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Installing or Restoring the Operating System
Depending on the workstation model, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional (with latest Service Pack), Microsoft XP Professional, or Red Hat® Linux® is preinstalled. The operating system is configured automatically the first time the computer is turned on.
ÄCAUTION: Do not add optional hardware devices to your computer until the operating system is successfully installed. Doing so may cause errors and may prevent the operating system from installing properly.
ÄCAUTION: Once the automatic installation has begun, DO NOT TURN OFF THE COMPUTER UNTIL THE PROCESS IS COMPLETE. Turning off the computer during the installation process might damage the software that runs the computer.
1.1Installing the Operating System and Software
The following sections discuss the operating system and HP software installation procedures.
1.1.1 Installing Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
The first time you turn on the computer, you will be prompted to select a language for the operating system. After selecting the language, read and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation of the operating system. This takes approximately 10 minutes, depending on the system hardware configuration. During this process, do not turn off your computer unless you are directed to do so.
Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers
To install hardware devices such as a printer, a display adapter, or network adapter after the operating system installation is completed, the operating system needs access to the appropriate software drivers for the devices.
To locate the most current device drivers go to www.hp.com.
The I386 directory and its subdirectories provide the
When prompted for the I386 directory on the operating system CD, replace the path specification with C:\I386 or use the browse button of the dialog box to browse the computer for the I386 folder.
✎The service pack for Windows 2000 Professional has been integrated into the program.
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