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... available software and drivers.
On your Microsoft Windows desktop, click Start Æ All ProgramsÆ HP Help and Support.
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About this guide
This guide provides setup and basic troubleshooting information for the HP Z1 Workstation. It includes these topics:
Guide topics Locating HP resources on page 1 HP Z1 Workstation features on page 6 Setting up and using the workstation on page 10 Setting up and restoring Microsoft Windows on page 21 Setting up and restoring Linux on page 23 Updating the workstation on page 28...
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...Setup procedure ...11 Connecting to the Internet 15 Enabling Bluetooth Devices 15 Installing the USB keyboard/mouse receiver 16 Display options ...18 Adding an external monitor 18 Customizing the monitor display 18 Using the workstation as a monitor 19 Using the Webcam ...20 Installing optional components 20 Security ...20 Product recycling ...20
4 Setting up and restoring Microsoft Windows...
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... Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED 26 Setting up preloaded SLED 26 Installing SLED with the CD Installer Kit 26 Warranty ...26 Restoring SLED (preloaded systems only 27 Proprietary graphics drivers ...27
6 Updating the workstation 28 Updating the workstation after first boot 28 Upgrading the BIOS ...28 Determining the current BIOS version 28 Upgrading BIOS ...29 Upgrading device drivers ...29...
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... is located in the Maintenance and Service Guide on the Web at http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_manuals/.
Serial number and Certificate of Authenticity (COA) labels (if applicable)
Serial number labels are on the top or back panel (tower and desktop configurations) or on a pull-out card on the side of the display (all-in-one configuration). The COA...
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... performance of your workstation and resolve problems through automated updates and tune-ups, built-in diagnostics, and guided assistance.
To access HP Support Assistant, double-click the HP Support Assistant icon on your desktop.
NOTE: HP Support Assistant is pre-installed on all HP workstations running Microsoft Windows 7. HP Support Assistant is not available on workstations running Linux.
To...
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... pre-installed on Windows 7 systems. To transfer it to an optical disc or USB flash drive, click Start > All Programs > HP Help & Support > HP Vision Diagnostics Disk Creation.
Audible beep and LED code definitions
Refer to the workstation Maintenance and Service Guide at http://www.hp.com/ support/workstation_manuals.
POST error codes
Refer to the workstation Maintenance and Service Guide at...
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... BIOS version and date and compare it with the versions that appear on the HP website.
Operating systems
For additional information, on: ● Operating systems supported on HP workstations, go to http://www.hp.com/
go/wsos. ● Windows operating systems, go to http://www.microsoft.com/support. ● Linux operating systems, go to http://www.hp.com/linux.
Product updates...
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... running Microsoft Windows and a graphics driver is installed, the workstation automatically detects the external monitor and uses it as a display.
Customizing the monitor display
You can manually select or change the monitor refresh rates, screen resolution, color settings, font sizes, and power management settings of the workstation's display or external monitor. Use either the control panel of...
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... have a graphics DisplayPort output connector. A set of keystrokes on the workstation keyboard toggles the port from output to input and back. While in output mode, the port drives an external monitor. While in input mode, an external graphics source drives the workstation display. NOTE: This feature is only supported on the Microsoft Windows operating system. To use the...
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... Microsoft Windows
This chapter provides setup and update information for the Microsoft Windows operating system. It includes these topics:
Topics Setting up the Microsoft operating system on page 21 Restoring the operating system with HP Recovery Manager on page 22
NOTE: After you set up the operation system, you should make sure the latest BIOS, drivers, and software updates are installed on...
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... information on the primary hard drive, including all partitions. To restore Windows 7: 1. Boot from disc 1 of the HP Recovery Manager set. 2. Follow the prompts to restore your operating system. Some applications might not be restored using this process. If an application is not restored, install it with the appropriate installation media. NOTE: Microsoft Windows 7 also provides a backup and...
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...you set up the operating system, make sure the latest BIOS, drivers, and software updates are installed. Refer to the chapter on updating the workstation. CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the workstation until the operating system is successfully installed. Adding hardware might cause errors and prevent the operating system from installing correctly.
HP Linux Support...
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... Linux distribution, or who have a licensed version of RHEL or SLED and would like to install the HP-recommended driver additions. The kit also can be downloaded: 1. Go to http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_swdrivers. 2. Select your workstation model. 3. Select the desired operating system. 4. Select your software/driver language, then click the Software quick jump link. 5. Click the Obtain...
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... system is successfully installed.
● RHEL 6: Insert your HP driver CD. The HPIKL installation software automatically starts. Follow the prompts to install the contents.
Warranty
As part of the HP workstation hardware warranty, HP provides software configuration and installation support for certified versions of Red Hat Linux for up to 90 days from date of purchase.
Setting up Red Hat...
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.... 4. Insert your HP driver CD. The HPIKL installation software automatically starts. Follow the prompts to
install the contents.
Warranty
HP provides configuration and installation support for SLED 11 on Z series workstations for up to 90 days from date of purchase. Novell also provides support for all versions of SLED that are certified on HP workstations.
26 Chapter 5 Setting up and restoring...
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... F10 Setup utility. 3. Select File > System Information. Note the workstation BIOS version and compare it with the
BIOS versions that appear on the HP website. NOTE: For procedures for upgrading the BIOS as well as the F10 Setup utility BIOS Menu settings are located in the HP Z1 Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide at http://www.hp.com/support/workstation_manuals.
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... in the release notes to complete the installation.
Upgrading device drivers
If you install a peripheral device (such as a printer, display adapter, or network adapter), confirm you have the latest device drivers loaded. If you purchased your device through HP, visit the HP website to download the latest drivers for your device. These drivers have been tested to ensure the best compatibility...
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... upgraded service levels to extend and expand a standard product warranty.
HP troubleshooting resources and tools
This section provides information on the HP Help and Support Center, E-support, and Helpful Hints for troubleshooting.
HP Support Assistant
HP Support Assistant (Windows 7 systems only) helps you maintain workstation performance and resolve problems. HPSA provides automated updates...
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... primary VGA adapter. During startup, the other monitor connectors are disabled; if the monitor is connected to one of these ports, it will not function after Power-on Self Test (POST). You can select the default VGA source in Computer Setup (F10).
During operation
● Look for blinking LEDs on the workstation. The blinking lights are error codes...