HP dx2310 manual Combined Mode

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Computer Setup (Continued)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Option

Description

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Integrated

On-Chip Serial ATA

Only available when you enter to setup with

 

Peripherals

 

advanced mode(Ctrl+A). Allows user to

 

 

 

select a setting for the working mode of the

 

 

 

onboard SATA devices:

 

 

 

• Disabled

 

 

 

• Auto

 

 

 

• Combined Mode

 

 

 

• Enhanced Mode

 

 

 

• SATA Only

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA PORT Speed Settings

Only available when you enter to setup with

 

 

 

advanced mode(Ctrl+A). Allows you to

 

 

 

Show/Modify when On-Chip Serial ATA is

 

 

 

Enhanced Mode:

 

 

 

• Disabled

 

 

 

• Force GEN I

 

 

 

• Force GEN II

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PATA IDE Mode

Only available when you enter to setup with

 

 

 

advanced mode(Ctrl+A). Allows you to

 

 

 

Show/Modify when On-Chip Serial ATA is

 

 

 

Combined Mode:

 

 

 

• Primary

 

 

 

• Secondary

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SATA Port

Only available when you enter to setup with

 

 

 

advanced mode(Ctrl+A). Show Only,

 

 

 

controlled by PATA IDE Mode:

• P1,P3 is Secondary

• P0,P2 is Primary

Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration.

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Contents Service reference guide April Service Reference GuideService Reference Guide Contents Removal and Replacement Procedures-Microtower MT Chassis Service Reference Guide 490778-001 Microsoft Windows XP/Windows Vista/ Redflag Linux Installing the Operating SystemHP Software Converting to Ntfs Associated with Windows OSPower-On Self-Test Post Setup Utilities and Diagnostics FeaturesUsing Computer Setup F10 Utilities Computer Setup UtilitiesSetup Utilities and Diagnostics Features Heading Option Description Computer Setup MenuComputer Setup For each, allows you to CD-ROM Onboard Lan ROM Dvmt Mode Combined Mode Parallel port Allows you to select a setting for the onboard S1 POS Bios can automatically configure all Restoring the Cmos Recovering the Configuration SettingsBacking up 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 Current password Current password/new password/new passwordNational Keyboard Delimiter Characters Surge-Tolerant Power SupplySata 3.0 Hard Drives Serial ATA Drive Guidelines and FeaturesSerial ATA Hard Drive Characteristics Sata Hard Drive Cables Sata Power CableSata Data Cable Pin Number Usage Device Plug Host PlugWindows 2000, XP, Vista, and Linux Sata Smart DrivesDrive Capacities Microtower MT Chassis DesignationsDx2318 MT 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 VoltageRoutine Care General Cleaning Safety PrecautionsCleaning the Computer Case Cleaning the Mouse Cleaning the KeyboardCleaning the Monitor Screws Service ConsiderationsTools and Software Requirements Hard Drives Cables and ConnectorsLithium Coin Cell Battery Preparation for Disassembly Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower MT ChassisAccess Panel MT Chassis Remove the computer access panel and front bezel MT chassisFront Bezel MT Chassis Removing a 5.25 Drive Bezel Blank/MT Chassis Front Drive BezelsMemory Installing Memory Modules/MT chassisExpansion Slot Cover Lock Expansion CardsRemove the slot cover lock .5.1, Expansion Slot Cover Lock 2 PCI/PCIe Expansion CardRemoving the Expansion Slot Cover Installing an Expansion CardRemoval and Replacement Procedures- Microtower MT Chassis Removing an Expansion Card Cable Management Locating Drive Positions DrivesItem Description Removing a DriveDrive Positions Removing the Hard disk Lift the hard disk drive cage out of the chassis Removing the Hard Drive Front I/O Panel Housing Assembly MT chassis System Fan Heatsink MT chassis Processor Removal and Replacement Procedures- Microtower MT Chassis System Board 490778-001 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 MonitorConnector Pin Signal Pin PowerPin Power for CPU General Requirements Power Cord Set RequirementsScreen Message Probable Cause Recommended Action Post Error MessagesPost Error Messages During memory testing Post Error Messages Preliminary Checklist Troubleshooting Without DiagnosticsStandby mode Solving General ProblemsProblem Cause Solution Num Lock key Press any key or click the mouse button Solving Hardware Installation Problems Interpreting Diagnostic Lights and Audible Codes Select Enable VGA Mode Solving Display ProblemsSolving Display Problems Set properly Font you are using Solving 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 ManagerActivity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended Action Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible CodesDiagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Contacting Customer Support Restoring the SoftwareMemory
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