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Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq t5720/t5725 Thin Client Document Part Number: 405356-002 July 2006 This book provides basic hardware information for this series of thin clients.
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Standard features HP Compaq t5720/t5725 thin clients are terminals that connect to a Microsoft server with Citrix MetaFrame software running atop the server operating system. HP has partnered with Altiris to manage HP Compaq thin clients. Altiris Deployment Solution is a leading-edge tool to help with quick deployment and for on-going management of the thin clients in your organization.
Product features Front panel components Front panel components 1 Power button 2 Power LED * For more information, refer to the model-specific QuickSpecs at http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/QuickSpecs_A rchives/QuickSpecs_Archives.html. www.hp.com Flash activity LED USB ports (2) Hardware Reference Guide...
Use in combination with another key; its function depends on the application software you are using. Opens the Start menu in Microsoft Windows. Use in combination with other keys to perform other functions. For more information, see on page www.hp.com Product features “Windows Logo Key”...
Switch between open items. Open My Computer. Search for a file or folder. Search for computers. Ctrl Minimize all windows. Undo minimize all. Shift Display the System Properties Break dialog box. Open the Run dialog box. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
Additional function keys The following key combinations also work on the HP Compaq t5720/t5725 thin client: Special mouse functions Most software applications support the use of a mouse. The functions assigned to each mouse button depend on the software applications you are using.
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CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of Ä the thin client or optional equipment. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. See more information. Hardware Reference Guide Hardware upgrades Appendix D, “Electrostatic discharge” www.hp.com...
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8. Turn on the monitor, the thin client, and any devices you want to test. 9. Load any necessary drivers. ✎ You can download select hardware drivers from HP at http://www.hp.com/country/us/eng/support.html. 10. Reconfigure the thin client, if necessary. Flash memory upgrade on page 2-4...
2. 3. Disconnect the speaker cable 3 from the system board. Removing the chassis cover and disconnecting the speaker To replace the chassis cover, reverse the previous procedure. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Hardware upgrades...
The t5720/t5725 thin client offers several options, including flash memory, SODIMMs, and security hardware. For more information about security hardware, see view and order available options, visit the HP Web site at http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/thinclients/options /index.html. The following sections contain general installation instructions for some of the available options.
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6. Install the thin client software. For installation instructions, refer to the Troubleshooting Guide or the HP Compaq Thin Client Imaging Tool white paper available on the HP Web site at www.hp.com/products/thinclientsoftware Hardware Reference Guide “General hardware installation 2-1.
3. Install the module into the socket at a 45° angle 1 and then lower the module 2 until it clicks into place. Installing an optional SODIMM 4. Complete steps 6 through 10 of the installation sequence” on page “General hardware installation 2-1. “General hardware 2-1. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
PCI Expansion Module ✎ You can order the PCI Expansion Module kit at http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/thinclients/ options/index.html. Installation of a PCI Expansion Module requires that you replace the chassis cover with a PCI Expansion Module chassis cover. To install a PCI Expansion Module, follow the instructions included in the option kit.
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Installing PCI riser card 3. Connect the speaker cable from the PCI Expansion Module chassis cover to the system board. The speaker is installed in the PCI Expansion Module chassis cover. Connecting the speaker www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
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Installing a PCI card and PCI Expansion Module chassis cover 7. Complete steps 6 through 10 of the installation sequence” on page To remove the PCI Expansion Module, reverse the previous procedure. Hardware Reference Guide “General hardware 2-1. www.hp.com Hardware upgrades...
MultiBay hard drive and diskette drive A MultiBay hard drive and diskette drive are available as options for the t5720/t5725. These are external USB-compatible drives. For more installation information about these drives, visit www.hp.com/products/thinclientsoftware that accompany the option. 2-10 “General hardware installation 2-1.
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50° to 104° F -22° to 140° F ** The operating temperature range when the thin client is attached to a flat panel using the HP Quick Release is 50° - 95°F (10°-35°C). www.hp.com 250.18 mm 65.71 mm 205.55 mm 1.7 kg...
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Specifications HP Compaq t5720/t5725 Thin Client Relative Humidity (non-condensing) Operating (max. wet bulb temperature is 28° C or 84.2° F) Nonoperating (max. wet bulb temperature is 38.7° C or 101.6° F) Maximum Altitude (unpressurized) Operating (max. allowed rate of change is 457m per...
Securing the thin client The HP Compaq t5720/t5725 thin client is designed to accept a security cable lock. This cable lock prevents unauthorized removal of the thin client. To order this option, visit the HP web site at http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/thinclients/ options/index.html.
VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) standard, which provides industry-standard mounting interfaces for Flat Displays (FDs), such as flat panel monitors, flat displays, and flat TVs. The HP Quick Release connects to the VESA-standard mounting points, allowing you to mount the thin client in a variety of orientations.
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To use the HP Quick Release with a VESA-configured thin client: 1. Using four screws included in the mounting device kit, attach one side of the HP Quick Release to the thin client as shown in the following illustration. Connecting the HP Quick Release to the thin client www.hp.com...
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Mounting the thin client 2. Using four screws included in the mounting device kit, attach the other side of the HP Quick Release to the device to which you will mount the thin client. Make sure the release lever points upward.
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You only need to slide the lever to one side to remove the thin client. CAUTION: To ensure proper function of the HP Quick Release and a Ä secure connection of all components, make sure both the release lever on one side of the mounting device and the rounded opening on the other side face upward.
The following illustrations demonstrate some of the supported and not supported mounting options for the mounting bracket. ■ You can mount a thin client between a flat panel monitor and the wall. Thin client mounted with flat panel on wall Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Mounting the thin client...
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You can mount the thin client on the back of a flat panel monitor stand. Thin client mounted on back of monitor stand ■ You can mount the thin client on a wall. Thin client mounted on wall www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
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Mounting the thin client ■ You can mount the thin client under a desk. Thin client mounted under desk www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
CAUTION: Mounting a thin client in an non-supported manner could Ä result in failure of the HP Quick Release and damage to the thin client and/or other equipment. Do not mount the thin client on a flat panel monitor stand, between the panel and the stand.
■ Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers. ■ Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry. ■ Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly. Hardware Reference Guide Electrostatic discharge www.hp.com...
Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ✎ For more information about static electricity, contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.
Wipe the exterior of the thin client with a soft, damp cloth as needed. Using cleaning products may discolor or damage the finish. Occasionally clean the air vents of the thin client. Lint and other foreign matter can block the vents and limit airflow. www.hp.com...
Thin client operation Supported orientations HP supports the following orientations for the thin client. CAUTION: You must adhere to HP-supported orientations to ensure your Ä thin clients function properly. ■ You can stand thin clients vertically. Vertical orientation www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
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■ You can lay thin clients horizontally. Horizontal orientation ■ You can lay thin clients under a monitor stand with a one-inch clearance above the unit. Under monitor stand Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Thin client operation...
Thin client operation Non-supported orientations HP does not support the following orientations for the thin client. CAUTION: Non-supported placement of thin clients could result in Ä operation failure and/or damage to the devices. CAUTION: Thin clients require proper ventilation to maintain operating Ä...
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Do not stack thin clients ■ Do not put thin clients in drawers or other sealed enclosures. Thin clients require proper ventilation to maintain operating temperatures. Do not put thin clients in drawers or other sealed enclosures Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Thin client operation...
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Do not block the vents of the thin client ■ Do not position the thin client vertically without using the stand. Do not position the thin client vertically without using the stand www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
5. Pack the system components and external devices in their original packing boxes or similar packaging with sufficient packing material to protect them. ✎ For environmental nonoperating ranges, see “Specifications” Hardware Reference Guide Shipping information Appendix A, in this guide. www.hp.com...
HP for repair or exchange. In countries that support customer mail-in repair by returning the same unit to the customer, HP makes every effort to return the repaired unit with the same internal memory and flash modules that were sent.
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HP Quick Release C–2 memory 2–6 MultiBay diskette drive 2–10 MultiBay hard drive 2–10 PCI card into riser 2–9 PCI Expansion Module chassis cover 2–9 PCI riser card 2–8 thin client onto HP Quick Release C–4 thin client options 2–4 www.hp.com Index Index-1...