HP Pro 3005 MT User manual

Quick Setup & Getting Started

HP Business PCs and Personal

Workstations

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Quick Setup & Getting Started

HP Business PCs and Personal Workstations

Second Edition (November 2009)

Document Part Number: 581003-002

About This Book

WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow

directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow

directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.

NOTE: Text set off in this manner provides important supplemental

information.

Accessing User Guides and HP Diagnostics (Windows systems)

The menu and books are displayed in the language chosen during initial

system setup or as specified later in the Windows Regional Settings. If the

Regional Settings do not match one of the supported languages, the menu

and books are displayed in English.

To access HP user guides:

▲Select Start > All Programs > HP User Manuals.

To access Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics:

▲Refer to Accessing Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics in this guide.

To access the Safety and Comfort Guide:

▲Select Start > All Programs > HP Safety and Comfort Guide.

Accessing User Guides (Linux systems)

Locate the desktop icon labeled HP User Manuals and double-click. Select

the folder for your language. Select the guide you wish to access.

How to Check Warranty and Support Entitlement

Your warranty is available on the hard drive (some models). To access your

warranty:

▲Select Start > All Programs > Warranty

You may check your warranty entitlement by entering your product model

number and serial number at:

http://www.hp.com/support/warranty-lookuptool

HP Care Pack Services registration can be checked at:

http://www.hp.com/go/lookuptool/

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Table of contents

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 Workstations only) ......................... 4

Installing with the HP Driver CD ................................................... 4

Installing and Customizing Red Hat-enabled Workstations ......... 4

Verifying Hardware Compatibility ................................................. 4

Setting up Novell SLED (HP Workstations only) ............................................ 5

Protecting the Software .................................................................................. 5

Hewlett-Packard Vision Diagnostics (Windows systems) ............................... 5

Accessing HP Vision Diagnostics (Windows systems) ................ 6

Downloading the Latest Version of HP Vision Diagnostics .......... 7

Turning Off the Computer ............................................................................... 7

Finding More Information ................................................................................ 8

Before You Call for Technical Support ........................................................... 8

Helpful Hints ................................................................................................. 10

Basic Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 11

Interpreting POST Diagnostic Front Panel LEDs and

Audible Codes ............................................................................ 12

Using, Updating, and Maintaining Your PC (Windows 7 Systems) .............. 13

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Quick Setup & Getting Started

Installing and Customizing the Software

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.

NOTE: If the computer was shipped with Windows Vista or Windows 7

loaded, you will be prompted to register the computer with HP Total Care

before installing the operating system. You will see a brief movie followed

by an online registration form. Fill out the form, click the Begin button, and

follow the instructions on the screen.

CAUTION: Do not add optional hardware or third-party devices to the

computer until the operating system is successfully installed. Doing so may

cause errors and prevent the operating system from installing properly.

NOTE: Be sure there is a 10.2-cm (4-inch) clearance at the back of the

unit and above the monitor to permit the required airflow.

Installing the Windows Operating System

The first time you turn on the computer, the operating system is installed

automatically. This process takes about 5 to 10 minutes, depending on

which operating system is being installed. Carefully read and follow the

instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

CAUTION: 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 may damage the software

that runs the computer or prevent its proper installation.

NOTE: If the computer shipped with more than one operating system

language on the hard drive, the installation process could 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.

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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 Internet connection has been established, click the Start

button.

3. Select the All Programs menu.

4. Click on the Windows Update link.

In Windows Vista and Windows 7, the Windows Update screen

appears. Click view available updates and make sure all critical

updates are selected. Click the Install button and follow the

instructions on the screen.

In Windows XP, you will be directed to the Microsoft Windows

Update Web site. If you see one or more pop-up windows that ask

you to install a program from http://www.microsoft.com, click Yes to

install the program. Follow the instructions on the Microsoft Web site

to scan for updates and install critical updates and service packs.

It is recommended that you install all of the critical updates and service

packs.

5. After the updates have been installed, Windows will prompt you to

reboot the machine. Be sure to save any files or documents that you

may have open before rebooting. Then select Yes to reboot the

machine.

Installing or Upgrading Device Drivers (Windows systems)

When installing optional hardware devices after the operating system

installation is complete, you must also install the drivers for each of the

devices.

If prompted for the i386 directory, replace the path specification with C:

\i386, or use the Browse button in the dialog box 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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