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Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide - Page 7
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Quick Setup & Getting Started Installing and Customizing the Software 1 Installing the Windows Operating System 1 Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates 2 Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems) ......... 2 Customizing the Monitor Display (Windows systems 3 Launching Windows XP from Windows 7 3 Accessing Disk Image (ISO) Files 3 Setting up Red Hat Enterprise Linux (HP...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide - Page 10
... to locate the i386 folder. This action points the operating system to the appropriate drivers.
Obtain the latest support software, including support software for the operating system from http://www.hp.com/support. Select your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter.
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Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide - Page 15
... Vision Diagnostics utility launches with the Survey tab displayed.
Downloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics
1. Go to http://www.hp.com.
2. Click the Support & Drivers link.
3. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware).
4. Enter your product name in the text box and press the Enter key.
5. Select your specific computer model.
6. Select your OS.
7. Click the Diagnostic link...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide - Page 17
... (DPS) Self-Test in Computer Setup. Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for more information.
NOTE: The Drive Protection System (DPS) Self-Test software is available on some models only.
● Check the power LED on the front of the computer to see if it is flashing red. The flashing lights are error codes that will help you...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide - Page 18
... light is on.
● Check the Power LED on the front of the computer to see if it is flashing. The flashing lights are error codes that will help you diagnose the problem. Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide (English only) for details.
● Turn up the brightness and contrast controls of the monitor if the monitor...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide - Page 21
..., Updating, and Maintaining Your PC (Windows 7 Systems)
Systems with Windows 7 provide a centralized location to easily manage your PC, including the following: ● View or change your computer name and other system settings ● Add a device or printer and change other system settings ● Get help and support for your specific model ● Install HP support software for your computer...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Convertible Minitower Business PC - Page 4
... utility. It can also be downloaded from http://www.hp.com and either burned to CD or installed to a USB flash drive.
1. In Windows Explorer, go to C:\SWSetup\ISOs and burn the file Vision Diagnostics.ISO to a CD or copy it to a USB flash drive.
2. While the computer is on, insert the CD in the optical drive or USB flash drive in a USB port.
3. Shut down the operating system...
Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq 8100 Elite Series Business Desktop Computers - Page 65
... with matching user-defined sample frame ■ ARP (address resolution protocol) packet ■ Flexible packet filtering-Packets that match defined CRC signature The PROSet Application software (pre-installed and accessed through the System Tray or Windows Control Panel) allows configuration of operational parameters such as WOL and duplex mode.
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Technical Reference Guide: HP Compaq 8100 Elite Series Business Desktop Computers - Page 67
.... This graphics subsystem employs the use of system memory to provide efficient, economical 2D and 3D performance.
All systems provide dual-monitor support in the standard configuration. These systems can be upgraded by installing a PCIe x16 graphics card in the PCIe x16 graphics slot, which disables the integrated graphics controller
This chapter covers the following subjects:
■ Functional...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 5
... Computer Setup (F10) Utilities ...8 Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities 9 Computer Setup-File ...10 Computer Setup-Storage 11 Computer Setup-Security 13 Computer Setup-Power 18 Computer Setup-Advanced 19 Recovering the Configuration Settings 22
4 Serial ATA (SATA) Drive Guidelines and Features 23 SATA Hard Drives ...23 SATA Hard Drive Cables ...23 SATA Data Cable ...23 SMART ATA Drives...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 15
... take up to 60 minutes. If your computer was not shipped with a Microsoft operating system, some portions of this documentation do not apply. Additional information is available in online help after you install the operating system.
Downloading Microsoft Windows Updates
1. To set up your Internet connection, click Start > Internet Explorer and follow the instructions on the screen.
2. Once an...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 16
.../support. Select your country and language, select Download drivers and software (and firmware), enter the model number of the computer, and press Enter.
Customizing the Monitor Display (Windows systems)
If you wish, you can select or change the monitor model, refresh rates, screen resolution, color settings, font sizes, and power management settings. To do so, right-click on the Windows Desktop...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 167
... the on-screen instructions to recover your system settings, your computer (select models only), or your files.
NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 168
...and then click Disk Management. NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). For additional information, refer to the "Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)" section in this guide. 3. Turn on or restart the computer, and...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 171
... on recovering information using the Windows tools, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support.
Using F11
CAUTION: Using F11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. The F11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 177
...from the storage device used to save it. NOTE: To exit HP Vision Diagnostics, click the Exit Diagnostics button at the bottom of the screen. Be sure to remove the USB flash drive or CD from the optical drive.
Downloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics
1. Go to http://www.hp.com. 2. Click the Software & Drivers link. 3. Select Download drivers and software (and firmware). 4. Enter your...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 180
... latest online support information, software and drivers, proactive notification, and worldwide community of peers and HP experts.
If it becomes necessary to call for technical assistance, be prepared to do the following to ensure that your service call is handled properly: ● Be in front of your computer when you call. ● Write down the computer serial number...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 209
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Reinstall the network drivers, using the Recovery Disc Set created from the hard drive's Recovery Partition.
Ensure that the cable is securely attached to the network connector and that the other end of the cable is securely attached to the correct device.
The network controller is defective.
Contact an authorized service provider.
New network card will not boot.
Cause
New network card may be...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 215
... came with the DVD drive.
Decoder software is not installed.
Install decoder software.
Damaged media.
Replace media.
Movie rating locked out by parental lock.
Use DVD software to remove parental lock.
Media installed upside down.
Reinstall media.
PAVP support is disabled (Blu ray only).
Set the Protected Audio Video Path (PAVP) option to "Min" in Computer Setup. Select Security > System...
Maintenance and Service Guide: HP Compaq 8100 and 8180 Elite Business PC - Page 229
... console software.
2. If the error persists and system BIOS has been recently updated, restore previous system BIOS version. Otherwise, update the ME firmware version.
3. If the error still persists, replace the system board.
2220-USB Key Provisioning file has mismatch version
Provisioning file contained on the USB key is not a valid version for the current ME firmware.
1. Reboot the computer...