HP VL600 - Vectra - 128 MB RAM User manual

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User’s Guide
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User’s Guide
This manual is for anyone who wants to
•Set up the PC for the first time
•Troubleshoot problems on the PC
•Replace system components
•Find out where to get more information and support.
Product Information and Help
Information On Your PC
Information about your PC is preloaded on your PC’s hard disk drive.
This information includes:
•HP Vectra Online Help and Information—where to get information
about your PC, including links to useful HP web site pages.
For Microsoft Windows users, you can access this page by clicking
the Start button and then clicking Programs ➭
➭➭
➭HP Info ➭
➭➭
➭ HP
Vectra VL.
•Working in Comfort—guidance on ergonomic issues.
For Microsoft Windows users, you can access this page by clicking
the Start button and then clicking Programs ➭
➭➭
➭HP Info ➭
➭➭
➭
Working Comfortably.
It is strongly recommended that you read the ergonomic
information before using your PC.
Information On HP’s Support Web Site
The HP web site contains a wide range of information, including
downloadable documentation, service and support options, and the
latest versions of drivers and utilities.

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Manuals for Your PC
In the "Manuals" section of the HP Vectra Support site
(www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport), you can download a wide range of
documentation for your PC. Documents provided are in Adobe Acrobat
(PDF) format. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on
your PC, you can download it from www.adobe.com.
The available documents include:
•Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide—describes in detail how to
troubleshoot your PC and install accessories. It also contains
information on the technical and security features of your PC.
•Service Handbook Chapters—information on upgrade and
replacement parts, including HP part numbers.
•Technical Reference Manual—technical information on system
components, such as system board, chipset and BIOS.
You can check this web site regularly to download any new documents
as they become available for your PC.
To download these documents, connect to the HP Vectra Support site
at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport, look in the "Manuals" section,
and then select your PC.

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Important Safety Information
WARNING For your safety, never remove the PC's cover without first removing
the power cord and any connection to a telecommunication network.
If a power protection device is fitted to your PC, you must remove the
power cord then wait for a complete shutdown of your system before
removing the cover. Remove the power protection device cables
before any servicing operation. Always replace the cover before
switching the PC on again.
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly installed. For
your safety, never attempt to recharge, disassemble, or burn the old
battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended
by the manufacturer. The battery in this PC is a lithium battery that
does not contain heavy metals. Nevertheless, in order to protect the
environment, do not dispose of batteries in household waste. Please
return used batteries to the shop from which you bought them, to the
dealer from whom you purchased your PC, or to HP so they can either
be recycled or disposed of in a sound way. Returned used batteries will
be accepted free of charge.
If you have a modem:
Do not attempt to connect this product to the phone line during a
lightning storm. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless
the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the
telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. Use
caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Avoid using a
telephone (other than a cordless type) during an lightning storm. There
may be a risk from lightning.
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Never touch or remove the communications board without first
removing the connection to the telephone network.

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Contents
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1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Unpacking Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Desktop model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Minitower model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Connecting an External SCSI Accessory
(Some Models Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting to a Network (Some Models Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Connecting Multimedia Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Starting Your PC for the First Time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Initializing Your Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Partitioning Your Hard Disk Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Stopping Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
HP Setup Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Operating System Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
ENERGY STAR Compliancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Manageability, Stability and Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
2 If You Have a Problem
If Your PC Does Not Start Properly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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If Your PC Has a Hardware Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
HP DiagTools Hardware Diagnostics Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Where Can I Get DiagTools? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Starting DiagTools from Your Hard Disk Drive’s Partition . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Starting DiagTools from the HP Image Creation & Recovery CD-ROM . 30
Frequently Asked Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Need More Help? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Hewlett-Packard Support and Information Services. . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Collecting Information on Your PC Before Contacting Support . . . . . . . 34
3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components
Before Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Removing and Replacing the Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Removing the Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Replacing the Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Replacing or Installing a Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Replacing an Accessory Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Which Drive Connectors To Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
In the Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
In the Minitower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Replacing the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or CD-RW Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
In the Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
In the Minitower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Replacing the Floppy Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
In the Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
In the Minitower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Replacing the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Replacing the System Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Replacing the Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Installing a Master Pass Key Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Recycling Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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Setting Up and Using Your PC
This chapter provides information about setting up and using
your PC.
Power on Status Light
(Flashes green in Standby Mode)
Power On/Off
Button
Hard Disk Activity Light
(yellow)
PowerOn/Off
Button
Keyboard Lock Status
Light (amber)
Floppy Drive
Minitower model
Desktop model
Hard Disk Activity Light
(yellow)
Power on Status Light
(Flashes green in Standby Mode)
Floppy Drive
Keyboard Lock
Status Light (amber)

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Unpacking Your PC
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Unpacking Your PC
WARNING If you have any doubt that you can lift the PC or monitor safely, do not try to
move it without help.
CAUTION Never lift your PC using the latch. The latch is intended only for opening
the PC.
How to lift and carry your PC
You can place the minitower unit
either on the desk or on the floor
near to easily accessible power
outlets.
Place the desktop PC at least
1 cm away from any wall or
other obstruction.
Monitor (not included in
the box with the PC)
Keyboard
User’s Guide
Mouse
Image Creation
& Recovery
CD-ROM
Power Cords
(one for the PC, one
for the monitor)
Monitor Cable

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1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Connecting Devices
Connecting Devices
The connectors are color-coded for easy matching. Match the colors.
Note, however, that some monitor connectors may not be color-coded.
The connectors are shaped to go in one way only.
Desktop model
NOTE Connect devices such as a smart card reader to both a serial connector
and a mouse port (not a keyboard port, which does not provide enough
power.)
Keyboard & Mouse
(To connect an HP multimedia
keyboard, refer to
page 18.)
2 USB Connectors
USB is supported by: a) the
latest version of Windows
95; b) Windows 98; c)
Windows 2000.
2 9-pin Serial
Connectors
Monitor
(To connect the monitor to
your PC, refer to the
manual that came with the
monitor.)
25-pin Parallel Connector
(To connect the printer to your
PC, refer to the manual that
came with the printer.)

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Connecting Devices
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Minitower model
Keyboard
(To connect an HP multimedia
keyboard, refer to page 18.)
2 USB Connectors
USB is supported by the latest versions
of Windows 95, Windows 98 and
Windows 2000.
2 9-pin Serial Connectors
Connect devices, such as a
smart card reader, to both a
serial connector and a mouse
port.
Monitor
To connect the monitor to your
PC, refer to the monitor
manual.
25-pin Parallel Connector
To connect the printer to your
PC, refer to the printer manual.
Mouse

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1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Connecting an External SCSI Accessory (Some Models Only)
Connecting an External SCSI Accessory
(Some Models Only)
Your PC may be equipped with an Ultra2 LVD/SE 16-bit SCSI connector
for external SCSI devices.
An external SCSI device is connected as follows:
1Set an unused SCSI address to the external device.
Refer to the manual provided with the SCSI accessory for
instructions on selecting a SCSI address.
2Make sure the SCSI device is terminated correctly (refer to the
manual provided with the SCSI accessory).
The total length of the
external SCSI cables
should not exceed 3 meters
(approximately 10 feet).
Make sure the SCSI
accessory is terminated
Desktop

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Connecting an External SCSI Accessory (Some Models Only)
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3Connect the SCSI accessory to your PC’s external 16-bit SCSI
connector with a shielded SCSI cable.
4Refer to the manual provided with the SCSI accessory to learn how
to install any software that may be necessary to use it.
SCSI Mode Setting For
External Devices
(Symbios cards only)
It is strongly recommended that you switch to 8 bit asynchronous mode when
connecting an external SCSI device. To do this, enter the Symbios
Configuration Utility during PC startup by pressing F6, select SYM53C895,
then select Device Selection and SYM53C895. Set the Sync Rate to
OFF and the Width to 8 bits.
The total length of the
external SCSI cables
should not exceed 3 meters
(approximately 10 feet).
Make sure the SCSI
accessory is terminated
Minitower

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1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Connecting to a Network (Some Models Only)
Connecting to a Network (Some Models Only)
Connect the network cable to the LAN connector.
If you decide to install a non-HP network card, installation and
configuration information may be provided on HP’s Support web site
(most common cards are documented). Go to the LAN Card Ready
section at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport.
10/100BT LAN
Connector
Let your Network Administrator know you
are connecting your PC to the network.
10/100BT LAN
Connector

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Connecting Multimedia Accessories
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Connecting Multimedia Accessories
WARNING Always turn the volume down before connecting the headphones or speakers.
This avoids discomfort from unexpected noise or static. Listening to loud
sounds for prolonged periods of time may permanently damage your hearing.
Before putting on headphones, place them around your neck and turn the
volume down. When you put the headphones on, slowly increase the volume
until you find a comfortable listening level. When you are able to hear
comfortably and clearly, without distortion, leave the volume in that position.
NOTE Some models have a DVD drive with a headphones socket and a volume
control. However, you should connect the keyboard sockets as shown
below to ensure that you can use all your PC’s multimedia features.
If you install a sound board, you will need to disable your PC’s integrated
audio function in the Advanced➪Integrated Audio Interface
section of the Setup program. To enter the HP Setup program, restart
your PC and press F2 during start-up.
1Connect the HP multimedia keyboard to the PC. The connectors are
color-coded for easy matching.
2Connect the microphone and headphones (or amplified speakers) to
the keyboard.
3At the rear of the PC, you can connect another audio accessory, such
as a CD player, into the remaining audio (light blue input) connector.

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1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Connecting Multimedia Accessories
Standard keyboard
connector
Speaker/headphones
socket (lime)
keyboard
headphones/speaker
socket
Keyboard microphone
socket
Socket for CD player or
other device (light blue)
Microphone
socket (pink)

1 Setting Up and Using Your PC
Connecting the Power Cord
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Connecting the Power Cord
WARNING For your safety always connect equipment to a grounded wall outlet. Always
use a power cord with a properly grounded plug, such as the one provided
with the equipment, or one in compliance with your national safety standards.
This equipment can be disconnected from the power by removing the power
cord from the power outlet. This means the equipment must be located close
to an easily accessible power outlet.
1Remove the warning label covering the PC’s power connector, and
ensure that the voltage setting is correct for your country. (The
voltage is set during manufacture and should already be correct.)
2Connect the power cords to the rear of the monitor and the
computer. (The connectors are shaped to go in one way only.)
3Connect the monitor’s power cord and the computer’s power cord to
a grounded outlet.
Voltage
Selection
Switch
Voltage
Selection
Switch