HP dx2700 manual Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features, Power-On Self-Test Post

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Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features

Setup Utilities (F10) and diagnostic features provide information needed about the computer system when contacting Customer Support. These tools can also be used to:

Change factory default settings and to set or change the system configuration, which may be necessary when you add or remove hardware.

Determine if all of the devices installed on the computer are recognized by the system and functioning properly.

Determine information about the operating environment of the computer.

Solve system configuration errors detected but not automatically fixed during the Power-On Self-Test (POST).

Establish and manage passwords and other security features.

Establish and manage energy-saving timeouts.

All features identified in this chapter may not be available on all HP products.

2.1Power-On Self-Test (POST)

POST is a series of diagnostic tests that runs automatically when the system is turned on. POST checks the following items to ensure that the computer system is functioning properly:

Keyboard

Memory modules

Diskette drives

All IDE (ATA) and SATA mass storage devices

Processors

Controllers

If the Supervisor Password is set, a key icon appears on the screen while POST is running. You will need to enter the password before continuing. Refer to Chapter 3, Section 3.1, “Initial Configuration and Deployment,” for information on setting, deleting, or bypassing the password.

If POST finds an error in the system, an audible and/or visual message occurs. For POST error messages and their solutions refer to Appendix C, “POST Error Messages.”

 

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Contents Service reference guide September Service Reference GuideService Reference Guide Contents Contents Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly MT chassis Microsoft Windows XP/Redflag Linux Installing the Operating SystemConverting to Ntfs Associated with WinXP OS HP SoftwareWindows XP Home and XP Professional Power-On Self-Test Post Setup Utilities and Diagnostics FeaturesUsing Computer Setup F10 Utilities Computer Setup UtilitiesSetup Utilities and Diagnostics Features Computer Setup Menu Computer SetupHeading Option Description Heading OptionDescription Features Sata Port For each, allows you toCD-ROM Allows you to set Dvmt Mode to Parallel port Allows you to select a setting for the onboard S1 POS PnP/PCI IRQ Resources Configurations Recovering the Configuration Settings Backing up the CmosRestoring the Cmos FailSafe Boot Block ROM Initial Configuration and DeploymentDesktop Management ROM FlashPower Management Dual-State Power ButtonEstablishing a Supervisor Password Using Computer Setup Password SecurityEstablishing a User Password Using Computer Setup SecurityEntering a User Password Delimiter character as shown current password Current password/new password/new passwordNational Keyboard Delimiter Characters Surge-Tolerant Power SupplySerial ATA Drive Guidelines and Features Serial ATA Hard Drive CharacteristicsSata 1.5 and 3.0 Hard Drives Sata Hard Drive Cables Sata Power CableSata Data Cable Pin Number Usage Device Plug Host PlugSata Smart Drives Drive CapacitiesWindows 2000, XP, and Linux Native Mode Legacy ModeMicrotower MT/Small Form Factor SFF Chassis DesignationsDx2708 MT Dx2700SFF Generating Static Electrostatic Discharge InformationPreventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment Relative Humidity Event 55% 40% 10%Grounding the Work Area Personal Grounding Methods and EquipmentRecommended Materials and Equipment Static Shielding Protection Levels Method VoltageGeneral Cleaning Safety Precautions Cleaning the Computer CaseRoutine Care Cleaning the Keyboard Cleaning the MonitorCleaning the Mouse Service Considerations Tools and Software RequirementsScrews Cables and Connectors Lithium Coin Cell BatteryHard Drives Preparation for Disassembly Access Panel MT Chassis Front Bezel MT Chassis Removing the Computer Access Panel Removing the Front Bezel Installing the Tower Stand Removing a 5.25 Drive Bezel Blank/MT Chassis Front Drive BezelsMemory Installing Memory Modules/MT chassisRotating the Easy Access Drive Bay Installing DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs SFF chassisInstalling a Dimm Expansion Cards Expansion Slot Cover Lock2 PCI/PCIe Expansion Card 431672-001 Removing the Expansion Slot Cover Installing an Expansion CardInstalling an Expansion Card Removing an Expansion Card Cable Management Locating Drive Positions DrivesRemoving a Drive Drive PositionsItem Description Desktop Drive Positions Locating Drive Positions SFF chassisRemoving an Optical Drive or Diskette Drive SFF chassis Installing an Optional Optical Drive SFF chassis Installing Guide Screws in the Optical Drive Connecting the Flat Ribbon Cable and Audio Cable Removing and Replacing the Hard Drive Upgrading the Hard Drive SFF chassisRemove the screw Slide the drive to the right of the bay Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly MT chassis System Fan Heatsink MT chassis Processor 431672-001 System Board Battery Battery Holder Power Supply Connector and Icon Pin Signal Connector Pin AssignmentsEnhanced Keyboard MouseConnector and Icon 1/8 miniphone Pin Signal Serial Interface, Powered and Non-PoweredParallel Interface MicrophoneLine-In Audio HeadphoneLine-Out Audio MonitorPin Power Pin Power for CPUConnector Pin Signal General Requirements Power Cord Set RequirementsPost Error Messages Post Error MessagesScreen Message Probable Cause Recommended Action Post Error Messages Default Settings Save and Exit Ensure the system board Bios supports the processorPost Error Messages Preliminary Checklist Troubleshooting Without DiagnosticsSolving General Problems Problem Cause SolutionStandby mode Num Lock key Problem Cause Solution Solving Hardware Installation Problems Interpreting Diagnostic Lights and Audible Codes Solving Display Problems Solving Display ProblemsSelect Enable VGA Mode Set properly Click Start All Programs Accessories System ToolsSolving Audio Problems Solving Audio ProblemsSolving Audio Problems Solving Printer Problems Solving Printer ProblemsWhere printer port is DIR C\ printer portSolving Keyboard Problems Solving Keyboard and Mouse ProblemsSolving Network Problems Solving Network ProblemsRestore Plus! CD Solving Memory Problems Solving Memory ProblemsSolving Processor Problems Solving Processor ProblemsSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Solving CD-ROM and DVD ProblemsSolving Internet Access Problems Solving Drive Key ProblemsSolving DiskOnKey Problems Solving Internet Access ProblemsPanel Select Start ControlOptions Delete Cookies buttonProperties Click the Device ManagerDiagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible CodesActivity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Restoring the Software Contacting Customer Support Memory
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dx2700 specifications

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