HP dc7800 tower manual Drive Protection System DPS

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The Drive Protection System (DPS) is a diagnostic tool built into the hard drives installed in some computers. DPS is designed to help diagnose problems that might result in unwarranted hard drive replacement.

When these systems are built, each installed hard drive is tested using DPS, and a permanent record of key information is written onto the drive. Each time DPS is run, test results are written to the hard drive. Your service provider can use this information to help diagnose conditions that caused you to run the DPS software.

Running DPS will not affect any programs or data stored on the hard drive. The test resides in the hard drive firmware and can be executed even if the computer will not boot to an operating system. The time required to execute the test depends on the manufacturer and size of the hard drive; in most cases, the test will take approximately two minutes per gigabyte.

Use DPS when you suspect a hard drive problem. If the computer reports a SMART Hard Drive Detect Imminent Failure message, there is no need to run DPS; instead, back up the information on the hard drive and contact a service provider for a replacement hard drive.

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Contents Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Iii Iv About This Book Table of contents Accessing DPS Through Computer Setup HP Insight Diagnostics HP Insight DiagnosticsSurvey Tab Test Tab Log Tab Protecting the Software Protecting the SoftwareSelect a language and click Download HP Backup and Recovery Manager Safety and Comfort Before You Call for Technical Support Safety and ComfortTroubleshooting Without Diagnostics Helpful HintsHelpful Hints Computer date and time display is incorrect Cause Solution Solving General Problems1Solving General Problems Solving General Problems There is no sound or sound volume is too low Cause SolutionCannot remove computer cover or access panel Cause Solution Poor performance is experienced Cause SolutionCause Solution Cause unknown Restart the computerEnww Power supply shuts down intermittently Cause Solution Solving Power Problems2Solving Power Problems 3Solving Diskette Problems Solving Diskette ProblemsSolving Diskette Problems Cannot format diskette Cause Solution Problem has occurred with a disk transaction Cause SolutionDiskette drive cannot read a diskette Cause Solution Invalid system disk message is displayed Cause SolutionSecurity Password Options Solving Hard Drive Problems 4Solving Hard Drive ProblemsSolving Hard Drive Problems Storage Boot Order listComputer will not boot from hard drive Cause Solution Device ConfigurationTroubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Media Card Reader Problems Solving Media Card Reader Problems5Solving Media Card Reader Problems Can not write to the media card Cause SolutionTroubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Display Problems Solving Display Problems6Solving Display Problems Blank screen no video Cause SolutionDim characters Cause Solution Select ImageControl/ Horizontal Position or Vertical Image is not centered Cause SolutionOut of Range displays on screen Cause Solution Certain typed symbols do not appear correct Cause Solution Solving Audio Problems Solving Audio Problems7Solving Audio Problems Sound cuts in and out Cause SolutionSound from headphones is not clear or muffled Cause Solution Line-in jack is not functioning properly Cause Solution8Solving Printer Problems Solving Printer ProblemsSolving Printer Problems Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems 9Solving Keyboard Problems10Solving Mouse Problems Select Shut DownSolving Keyboard and Mouse Problems Computer will not start Cause Solution Solving Hardware Installation Problems11Solving Hardware Installation Problems Solving Hardware Installation Problems Goes awayOnce bad card is identified, remove and replace bad Option cardWake-on-LAN feature is not functioning Cause Solution Solving Network Problems12Solving Network Problems Diagnostics reports a failure Cause Solution Solving Network ProblemsNetwork status link light never flashes Cause Solution New network card will not boot Cause Solution 13Solving Memory Problems Solving Memory ProblemsSolving Memory Problems Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics Solving Processor Problems Solving Processor Problems14Solving Processor Problems Some fans only operate when neededSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems 15Solving CD-ROM and DVD ProblemsMode in Security Password Options Movie will not play in the DVD drive Cause SolutionSolving CD-ROM and DVD Problems Cannot eject compact disc tray-load unit Cause SolutionSolving Drive Key Problems 16Solving Drive Key ProblemsUSB Drive Key not found identified Cause Solution System will not boot from USB Drive Key Cause Solution17Solving Front Panel Component Problems Solving Front Panel Component ProblemsSolving Front Panel Component Problems Unable to connect to the Internet Cause Solution Solving Internet Access Problems18Solving Internet Access Problems Solving Internet Access Problems Click on System and MaintenanceDouble-clickAgere Systems PCI-SV92PP Soft ModemSolving Software Problems 19Solving Software ProblemsContacting Customer Support Contacting Customer SupportPost Error Messages Post Numeric Codes and Text Messages Post Numeric Codes and Text MessagesTable A-1Numeric Codes and Text Messages Control panel message Description Recommended actionContact an authorized dealer or reseller for Advanced Onboard Devices Computer Setup or Windows utilities Under Storage DPS Self-test SataKeyboard failure while Network Server Mode Table A-2Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and Audible Codes Activity Beeps Possible Cause Recommended ActionUse the Smart ID technology before Red Power LED flashes ten Bad option card Cmos Resetting the Password Jumper Resetting the Password JumperClearing and Resetting the Cmos Locate, press, and hold the Cmos button in for five seconds Figure B-1 Cmos buttonDrive Protection System DPS Accessing DPS Through Computer Setup Select Storage DPS Self-TestIndex
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dc7800 tower specifications

The HP dc7800 Tower is a powerful desktop computer designed for professional and enterprise environments. Known for its stability, performance, and versatility, this model has secured its place in a variety of business settings. Launched in the mid-2000s, it embodies HP’s commitment to quality and innovation.

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