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HP Vectra VL600 User Manual

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  • Page 1 English 1 www.hp.com/desktops/pccafe...
  • Page 2 Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. ® ® Microsoft , MS-DOS registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Hewlett-Packard France Business Desktop Division 38053 Grenoble Cedex 9 France 1999 Hewlett-Packard Company ® , Windows and Windows NT ® are U.S.
  • Page 3 Information about your PC is preloaded on your PC’s hard disk drive. This information includes: • HP Vectra Online Help and Information about your PC, including links to useful HP web site pages. For Microsoft Windows users, you can access this page by clicking button and then clicking Start Vectra VL —guidance on ergonomic issues.
  • Page 4 BIOS. You can check this web site regularly to download any new documents as they become available for your PC. To download these documents, connect to the HP Vectra Support site www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport and then select your PC.
  • Page 5 PC, or to HP so they can either be recycled or disposed of in a sound way. Returned used batteries will be accepted free of charge.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

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  • Page 11: Setting Up And Using Your Pc

    Desktop model Keyboard Lock Status Light (amber) Power on Status Light (Flashes green in Standby Mode) Floppy Drive Power On/Off Button Setting Up and Using Your PC This chapter provides information about setting up and using your PC. Minitower model...

  • Page 12: Unpacking Your Pc

    WARNING If you have any doubt that you can lift the PC or monitor safely, do not try to move it without help. Place the desktop PC at least 1 cm away from any wall or other obstruction. Image Creation &...

  • Page 13: Connecting Devices

    (To connect the monitor to your PC, refer to the manual that came with the monitor.) Keyboard & Mouse (To connect an HP multimedia keyboard, refer to page 18 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting Devices 25-pin Parallel Connector...

  • Page 14: Minitower Model

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting Devices Minitower model Keyboard (To connect an HP multimedia page 18 keyboard, refer to 2 USB Connectors USB is supported by the latest versions of Windows 95, Windows 98 and Windows 2000.

  • Page 15: Connecting An External Scsi Accessory (Some Models Only)

    SCSI accessory). The total length of the external SCSI cables should not exceed 3 meters (approximately 10 feet). Desktop 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting an External SCSI Accessory (Some Models Only) Make sure the SCSI accessory is terminated...
  • Page 16 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting an External SCSI Accessory (Some Models Only) The total length of the external SCSI cables should not exceed 3 meters (approximately 10 feet). Minitower 3 Connect the SCSI accessory to your PC’s external 16-bit SCSI connector with a shielded SCSI cable.

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Network (Some Models Only)

    PC to the network. 10/100BT LAN Connector If you decide to install a non-HP network card, installation and configuration information may be provided on HP’s Support web site (most common cards are documented). Go to the LAN Card Ready section at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport.

  • Page 18: Connecting Multimedia Accessories

    If you install a sound board, you will need to disable your PC’s integrated audio function in the Advanced section of the Setup program. To enter the HP Setup program, restart your PC and press F2 during start-up. 1 Connect the HP multimedia keyboard to the PC. The connectors are color-coded for easy matching.
  • Page 19 Keyboard microphone socket 1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting Multimedia Accessories Standard keyboard connector Speaker/headphones socket (lime) Socket for CD player or other device (light blue) Microphone socket (pink) keyboard headphones/speaker socket...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Power Cord

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Connecting the Power Cord Connecting the Power Cord WARNING For your safety always connect equipment to a grounded wall outlet. Always use a power cord with a properly grounded plug, such as the one provided with the equipment, or one in compliance with your national safety standards.

  • Page 21: Starting Your Pc For The First Time

    When the PC is switched on, the Vectra Logo is displayed. The PC performs a Power-On-Self-Test (POST). Press Esc if you want to view the POST details in the HP Summary Screen. 2 The software initialization routine starts. During this time, you will...

  • Page 22: Stopping Your Pc

    1 Setting Up and Using Your PC Starting Your PC for the First Time Use the FDISK utility to partition the hard disk drive into the size of partition you require. For more information on FDISK, refer to your operating system’s documentation.

  • Page 23: Power Management

    HP Setup Program You can configure power management in the HP Setup program. Refer to the “Power” menu in the HP Setup program. (To enter the HP Setup program, restart your PC and press F2 during start-up.) Operating System Power Management Operating systems such as Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 95 differ in...

  • Page 24: Manageability, Stability And Security

    HP’s web site at: www.hp.com/desktop/vectra/stability HP ProtectTools is designed to provide you with a comprehensive security solution that addresses your key security concerns, such as unauthorized PC access and theft. For more information, refer to HP’s security web site at: www.hp.com/desktop/vectra/security...

  • Page 25: If You Have A Problem

    Using HP’s hardware diagnostics program, DiagTools • Frequently Asked Questions • What to do if you need more help • Hewlett-Packard’s Support and Information Services For more detailed information, refer to the Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on HP’s Web site at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport...

  • Page 26: If Your Pc Does Not Start Properly

    Connect the power cord to a working grounded power outlet and the PC. Refer to the T roubleshooting and Upgrade Guide available from HP’s Web site at: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupp Refer to the monitor manual for an explanation of the LED signals (green, orange, or blinking).
  • Page 27 Have you checked that... The mouse cable is correctly connected. You are using the correct driver. If you are using HP’s enhanced mouse, ensure that the correct driver is installed. This driver is provided with all Windows NT 4.0 and Windows 95 preloaded systems.
  • Page 28 Your Setup program settings. Your PC’s Summary Screen For more information on the Setup program, refer to the T roubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on the HP Web at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Turn on or restart your PC. When the message F2 Setup appears, press the F2 key.

  • Page 29: Hp Diagtools Hardware Diagnostics Utility

    Starting DiagTools from Your Hard Disk Drive’s Partition 1 Restart your PC and press F2, when prompted, to enter HP’s Setup program. 2 Ensure that the P n P OS setting in the Main menu of your PC's Setup program is set to NO.

  • Page 30: Starting Diagtools From The Hp Image Creation & Recovery Cd-Rom

    Starting DiagTools from To start DiagTools from the CD-ROM: 1 Restart your PC and press F2, when prompted, to enter HP’s Setup program. 2 Ensure that your PC's boot order is set so that it will start on the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM CD-RW drive (either in the PC's Setup program or by pressing F8 during startup).

  • Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions Q: How can I get help with installing non-HP LAN cards in my PC? A: Refer to the LAN Card Ready section accessible from the support Web site at: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport information on commonly installed LAN cards and installation information for LAN card drivers.
  • Page 32 Q: Is my PC year 2000-compliant? A: All new Vectra PCs are designed to handle the transition to year 2000. For more information, refer to HP’s Year 2000 Web site: www.hp.com/year2000 Q: How can I find out what hardware and BIOS version are used in my A: Restart the PC and press during the power on self test.

  • Page 33: Need More Help

    If the problem persists, contact the software provider’s support. • Run HP DiagTools. You can create a hardware profile of your PC (Support Ticket) that can be faxed or mailed to support. See page 29 for information on using DiagTools.

  • Page 34: Hewlett-Packard Support And Information Services

    2 If You Have a Problem Hewlett-Packard Support and Information Services Hewlett-Packard Support and Information Services You can learn more about HP service and support from the support Web site: www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport. Collecting Information on Your PC Before Contacting Support Take a piece of paper and note down some of the information mentioned below.

  • Page 35: Replacing And Upgrading Pc Components

    Replacing and Upgrading PC Components This chapter provides information about replacing hardware components. For information about upgrading your PC and installing accessories, refer to the Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on HP’s web site www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Airflow Guide Power Supply CD-ROM, DVD-ROM...

  • Page 36: Before Starting

    Before Starting Read this section before replacing any components. This chapter explains how to install hardware accessories for your PC. If you want to install accessories, refer to HP’s web site at www.hp.com/go/pcaccessories chapter also explains how to replace defective hardware.

  • Page 37: Removing And Replacing The Cover

    2 Unlock the cover (with the key) at the rear of the PC if a lock is installed. 3 Desktop: Open the latch and remove the cover. Minitower: Open the latch and remove the side panel. 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components...
  • Page 38 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Removing and Replacing the Cover 4 Remove the front panel by freeing the plastic retaining tabs and lifting the panel off. retaining tabs retaining tabs...

  • Page 39: Replacing The Cover

    3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Removing and Replacing the Cover Replacing the Cover 1 Ensure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed (not trapped or snagging on anything.) 2 Replace the front panel.
  • Page 40 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Removing and Replacing the Cover 3 Desktop: Replace the cover, making sure you align the hinges properly. Minitower: Replace the side panel, making sure you align the hinges properly.

  • Page 41: Replacing Or Installing A Memory Module

    Replacing or Installing a Memory Module Replacing or Installing a Memory Module NOTE Use only HP memory modules provided for your PC model. The use of other memory modules is not supported. For information about supported HP accessories, connect to the web site www.hp.com/go/pcaccessories...
  • Page 42 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing or Installing a Memory Module 3 Open the two tabs and remove the old memory or continuity module. memory module continuity module 4 Line up the two side notches correctly and insert the new memory module, pressing down firmly on the top.

  • Page 43: Replacing An Accessory Board

    3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing an Accessory Board Replacing an Accessory Board 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 If you have a minitower, lay it on its side. 3 Remove the retaining bracket. Desktop Minitower...
  • Page 44 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing an Accessory Board 4 Hold the old accessory board firmly and carefully pull it out. Desktop Minitower 5 Aligning the new board carefully, slide it into position and press it firmly into the slot.

  • Page 45: Which Drive Connectors To Use

    SCSI mass storage devices, such as a supplementary SCSI hard disk drive. Up to two hard disk drives can be installed in your PC. Number in Power Connectors Desktop 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Which Drive Connectors To Use Number in...

  • Page 46: Ide Connectors

    3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Which Drive Connectors To Use IDE Connectors System Board 2nd hard disk drive Master (boot) hard disk drive SCSI Connectors SCSI Terminator CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW or Zip drive Floppy drive Wide SCSI 16-bit Connectors...
  • Page 47 IDE Connectors Floppy drive System Board CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW or Zip drive System Board System Board 2nd hard disk drive Master (boot) hard disk drive SCSI Connectors SCSI Terminator Wide SCSI 16-bit Connectors 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Which Drive Connectors To Use...

  • Page 48: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Replacing the Hard Disk Drive For information about recovering the disk drive contents, refer to the Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide, available on HP’s web site www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport In the Desktop 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter).

  • Page 49: In The Minitower

    4 Align the new hard drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and tighten the screws. 5 Attach the data and power connectors. 6 Replace the cover (described in this chapter). In the Minitower 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Lay the minitower on its side.
  • Page 50 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 5 Turn the drive tray over, remove all the screws from the base of the tray, then slide out the old hard drive. 6 Align the new hard drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and tighten the screws.

  • Page 51: Replacing The Cd-Rom, Dvd-Rom Or Cd-Rw Drive

    Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the laser unit. Refer to the label on the CD-ROM for power requirements and wavelength. This product is a class I laser product. In the Desktop 1 Remove the computer’s cover and front panel (described in this chapter).

  • Page 52: In The Minitower

    3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing the CD-ROM, DVD-ROM or CD-RW Drive 4 Loosen the tray’s four screws (two on each side) and remove the old CD-ROM drive. 5 Align the new CD-ROM drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and replace the screws.
  • Page 53 3 Press the two latches inward and slide out the drive tray. 4 Loosen the tray’s four screws (two on each side) and remove the old CD-ROM drive. 5 Align the new CD-ROM drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and replace the screws.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Floppy Drive

    3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing the Floppy Drive Replacing the Floppy Drive In the Desktop 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the connectors from both the floppy drive and the hard drive. floppy drive 3 Press the retaining clip on top of the drive tray and slide it backwards to remove it.

  • Page 55: In The Minitower

    4 Remove the four screws that fix the floppy drive to the tray and remove the old floppy drive. 5 Align the new floppy drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and replace the screws. 6 Replace the drive tray in the PC. 7 Attach the data and power connectors.
  • Page 56 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing the Floppy Drive 3 Press the two latches inward and slide out the floppy drive tray. 4 Loosen the tray’s 2 side screws and remove the old floppy drive. pin side 5 Insert the new floppy drive (pin side first) then replace the two side screws.

  • Page 57: Replacing The Processor

    Replacing the Processor 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 If you have a minitower, lay it on its side. 3 Remove the airflow guide. Desktop Minitower 4 Remove the old processor. 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components...
  • Page 58 6 Replace the airflow guide aligning the clips with the holes on the power supply. • Desktop: insert the bottom clip in the hole first, then squeezing the airflow guide on both sides, insert the side clips. • Minitower: insert the clips on one side first, and once these are engaged, insert the clips on the other side.

  • Page 59: Replacing The System Board

    5 Remove all data and power cables from the old system board. 6 Remove the old system board by unfastening the screws that secure the board in position and lifting it out of the PC. The desktop model has 7 screws and the minitower has 6.

  • Page 60: Replacing The Power Supply

    Hewlett Packard does not support power supply upgrades. This information is provided to help you replace a defective power supply unit. For your safety, only replace with a power supply provided by HP support services. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
  • Page 61 4 Remove the four screws (three external, one internal) securing the power supply. Desktop Minitower 5 Slide the old power supply forward and remove it. 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing the Power Supply...
  • Page 62 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Replacing the Power Supply 6 Insert the new power supply (lining up the metal catches). Desktop Minitower Desktop 7 Replace the four screws to secure the power supply. 8 Reconnect all internal power supply connectors.

  • Page 63: Installing A Master Pass Key Lock

    2 Push out the metal filler disc on the PC’s back panel. Desktop 3 In a desktop: remove the lock from the adapter and insert the lock in the hole (with the key in the lock). 4 In a minitower: a Remove the screw situated in the top casing of the PC, just behind the power supply (see above).
  • Page 64 3 Replacing and Upgrading PC Components Installing a Master Pass Key Lock 5 Secure the lock with the metal clip provided. This drawing shows a desktop PC. See the previous drawing for minitower models. Desktop 6 Replace the computer’s cover (described in this chapter) For more information, refer to the User’s Guide that came with...
  • Page 65 Regulatory Information...

  • Page 66: Regulatory Information

    Manufacturer’s Address: 5 Avenue Raymond Chanas-Eybens 38053 Grenoble Cedex 09 FRANCE Declares that the product: Product Name:Personal Computer Model Number:HP VECTRA VL600 Models DT and MT Conforms to the following Product Specifications: SAFETY International: IEC 60950:1991+A1+A2+A3+A4 / GB4943-1995 Europe: EN 60950:1992+A1+A2+A3+A4...

  • Page 67: Regulatory Statements

    PC, or to HP so that they can either be recycled or disposed of in the correct way. Returned batteries will be accepted free of charge.
  • Page 68 Warnung Wenn die Batterie nicht korreckt eingebaut wird, besteht Explosionsgefahr. Zu ihrer eigenen Sicherheit sollten Sie nicht versuchen, die Batterie wiederaufzuladen, zu zerlegen oder die alte Batterie zu verbrennen. Tauschen Sie die Batterie nur gegen den gleichen oder ähnlichen Typ aus, der vom Hersteller empfolen wird. Bei der in diesem PC intergrierten Batterie handeltes sich um eine Lithium-Batterie, die keine Schwermetalle enthält.

  • Page 69: Hp Software Product License Agreement

    PRODUCT RECOVERY CD-ROM. If your computer was shipped with a product recovery CD-ROM: (i) The product recovery CD-ROM and/or support utility software may only be used for restoring the hard disk of the HP computer with which the product recovery CD-ROM was originally provided.(ii) The use of any operating system software by Microsoft contained in any such product recovery CD-ROM shall be governed by the Microsoft End User License Agreement (EULA).

  • Page 70: Recycling Your Pc

    HP can also take your old PC back for recycling when it reaches the end of its useful life. HP has a product take-back program in several countries. The collected equipment is sent to one of HP’s recycling facilities in Europe or the USA.

  • Page 71: Index

    HP ProtectTools HP Setup program HP Support and Information Services HP Web site connectors drive connectors initializing software installing accessories keyboard connecting multimedia line in connector...
  • Page 72 Stability for Life starting and stopping PC support system board replacing TopTools troubleshooting basic Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide upgrading your PC USB connectors using power management voltage selection Web site, HP...

  • Page 73: Physical Characteristics

    Physical Characteristics For more information, refer to the PC’s data sheet in the library on HP’s web site at: www.hp.com/desktop. Characteristic Weight (excl. display and 10 kg (22 pounds) keyboard) Dimensions Width: 43.5 cm (17.13 inches), Height: 13.5 cm (5.32 inches), Depth: 43 cm (16.93 inches)
  • Page 74 PC Quick User’s Guide Setting Up and Using Your PC This manual Basic Problem Solving (Summary information only) HP Information CD-ROM Order form in Quick User’s Guide Troubleshooting and Upgrade Guide for this PC www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Operating System Online Help...

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