HP Vectra VA6/xxxUser’s Guide
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1Setting Up and Using Your PC
1 Setting Up and Using Your PCUnpacking Your PC2 EnglishUnpacking Your PC1 When you receive your PC, unpack all the components.WARNING If you have a
English 31 Setting Up and Using Your PCConnecting the Mouse, Keyboard, Display and PrinterConnecting the Mouse, Keyboard, Display and PrinterConnect
1 Setting Up and Using Your PCConnecting Audio Accessories4 EnglishConnecting Audio AccessoriesYour PC has a Headphones jack and a Microphone jack o
English 51 Setting Up and Using Your PCConnecting the Power CablesConnecting the Power Cables1 Remove the warning label covering the computer’s powe
1 Setting Up and Using Your PCStarting and Stopping Your PC6 EnglishStarting and Stopping Your PCStarting Your PC1 Before you start your PC, always
English 71 Setting Up and Using Your PCSetting PasswordsSetting PasswordsYou can set two passwords, the administrator password and the user password
1 Setting Up and Using Your PCSetting Passwords8 EnglishSetting a User PasswordA user password can only be set if an Administrator Password has alre
English 91 Setting Up and Using Your PCUsing Power ManagementUsing Power ManagementPower management enables you to reduce the PC’s power consumption
NoticeThe information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this
1 Setting Up and Using Your PCAdditional Information and Help10 English
2How to Install Accessories In Your PCThis chapter explains how to install accessories, such as extra memory, accessory boards, and additional disk dr
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCAccessories You Can Install12 EnglishAccessories You Can InstallPlease contact your authorized reseller for i
English 132 How to Install Accessories In Your PCRemoving and Replacing the CoverRemoving and Replacing the CoverRemoving the Cover1 Switch off the
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCRemoving the Air Flow Guide14 EnglishRemoving the Air Flow GuideYour PC has an air flow guide to help reduce
English 152 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling MemoryInstalling MemoryCAUTION Static electricity can damage electronic components. Turn
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Memory16 English3 For each memory module, slide it into the slot at 45°. Pivot the memory module t
English 172 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling MemoryUpgrading the MGA Millennium Board Memory1 Switch off the display and computer, an
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Memory18 English5 Install any other accessories before replacing the cover and reconnecting the ca
English 192 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Mass Storage DevicesInstalling Mass Storage DevicesIf you need to have extra mass storag
User’s Guide
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Mass Storage Devices20 EnglishInternal Connectors If you add a flexible disk drive, hard disk driv
English 212 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Mass Storage DevicesThe following table explains which connectors you should use when yo
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Mass Storage Devices22 EnglishInstalling an Additional Hard Disk DriveRefer to the drive’s manuals
English 232 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Mass Storage Devices6 Resecure the access plate on the rear of the computer.7 Connect th
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Mass Storage Devices24 EnglishInstalling a Flexible Disk Drive, CD-ROM Drive, or Tape DriveWARNING
English 252 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Mass Storage DevicesTo Install a Drive:Step 3: Remove the cover plate (if present).Step
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Accessory Boards26 EnglishInstalling Accessory BoardsThe PC has six accessory board slots with sev
English 272 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Accessory BoardsInstalling the Board1 Switch off the display and computer, and disconnec
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling Accessory Boards28 English6 Align the board’s connector with the slot’s socket. Firmly press the b
English 292 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling an OverDrive ProcessorInstalling an OverDrive ProcessorYou can install an Intel OverDriv
iv EnglishWho this Manual is ForThis manual is for anyone who wants to: • Set up the PC for the first time• Configure the PC• Add accessories to th
2 How to Install Accessories In Your PCInstalling an OverDrive Processor30 English6 To install the new processor:a Locate the corner markers:• on th
3Troubleshooting Your PCThis chapter can help you solve problems that you may encounter when using your PC. It also introduces the HP Summary Screen
3 Troubleshooting Your PCSolving Problems32 English Solving ProblemsThis chapter can help you solve most problems you might have with your PC.If yo
English 333 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Does Not Start ProperlyIf Your PC Does Not Start ProperlyUse this section if your PC does not start
3 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Does Not Start Properly34 English Check Internal Items If the PC still does not start properly, follow this pro
English 353 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Does Not Start Properly1 Turn off the display, the computer, and all external devices.2 Unplug all p
3 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Does Not Start Properly36 English Clearing the PC’s Configuration MemoryIf the PC then starts, but POST still p
English 373 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Hardware ProblemIf Your PC Has a Hardware ProblemThis section describes what to do if you have
3 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Hardware Problem38 English If Nothing is Displayed on the ScreenIf nothing is displayed on the screen, bu
English 393 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Hardware ProblemIf Your Mouse Does Not Work• Ensure that the mouse is correctly connected.• En
English vImportant Ergonomic InformationIt is strongly recommended that you read the ergonomic information before using your PC. For Windows 95 users
3 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Hardware Problem40 English If the Flexible Disk Drive Does Not Work• Ensure you are using a formatted dis
English 413 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Hardware ProblemIf the Hard Disk Activity Light Does Not WorkIf the hard disk activity light d
3 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Hardware Problem42 English CD-ROM Drive is IdleIf the CD-ROM drive does not appear to be working, try acc
English 433 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Software ProblemIf Your PC Has a Software ProblemIf You Have Forgotten Your Password❒ If you f
3 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has a Software Problem44 English If Your Application Software Does Not WorkIf the PC reports the system is OK a
English 453 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has an Audio ProblemIf Your PC Has an Audio ProblemNo Sound When Running Any ApplicationsFirst, chec
3 Troubleshooting Your PCIf Your PC Has an Audio Problem46 English Audio Input from the Microphone is Too Low, or No Audio At AllCheck that the mic
English 473 Troubleshooting Your PCChanging the BatteryMS-DOS Games Give “Not enough memory” ErrorsMany games require a large amount of base memor
3 Troubleshooting Your PCChanging the Battery48 English After removing the computer’s cover and the air flow guide:1 Remove the old battery by slid
English 493 Troubleshooting Your PCTechnical Information Needed for TroubleshootingTechnical Information Needed for TroubleshootingSystem Board Sw
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3 Troubleshooting Your PCTechnical Information Needed for Troubleshooting50 English Power Consumption All measurements are in watts (rms).NOTE When
English 513 Troubleshooting Your PCTechnical Information Needed for TroubleshootingIRQs, DMAs, and I/O Addresses Used by Your PCIRQs used by PC Th
3 Troubleshooting Your PCThe HP Summary Screen and Setup Program52 English The HP Summary Screen and Setup ProgramThis section introduces the HP Su
English 533 Troubleshooting Your PCThe HP Summary Screen and Setup ProgramWhen you press , the HP Summary Screen, similar to the following one, w
3 Troubleshooting Your PCThe HP Summary Screen and Setup Program54 English 2 Press while F2=Setup is displayed at the bottom of the screen.F2=Setu
English 553 Troubleshooting Your PCThe HP Summary Screen and Setup ProgramYou move through the Setup program by using the following keys:• The o
3 Troubleshooting Your PCThe HP Summary Screen and Setup Program56 English
4Hewlett Packard Support and Information Services
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesIntroduction58 English IntroductionHewlett Packard computers are engineered for quality and relia
English 594 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesYour HP Authorized ResellerYour HP Authorized ResellerHP Authorized Resellers have bee
Contents English vii1 Setting Up and Using Your PCUnpacking Your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHP Support Assistant CD-ROM60 English HP Support Assistant CD-ROMHP Support Assistant is a yearly
English 614 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Information ServicesHewlett Packar
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Information Services62 English HP Forum on America OnlineThe HP Forum on America
English 634 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Information ServicesHP BBS LibraryThe HP electronic bulletin board lib
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Information Services64 English HP FAXback on Demand—HP FIRST HP FIRST is a servic
English 654 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Information ServicesOrdering Drivers and BIOS on DisketteYou can order
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHP Support Services66 English HP Support ServicesHewlett-Packard provides a three year hardware w
English 674 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Telephone SupportHewlett-Packard Telephone SupportHP North American Cu
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesLifeline Telephone Support68 English Please have the following information ready when you call so
English 694 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHP Network Phone-in Support Service (NPS)HP Network Phone-in Support Service (NPS)The
viii English Installing Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Main Memory Modules . . . . . . .
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesSummary70 English SummaryThe table below summarizes the services and support available from HP or
English 714 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Marketing HeadquartersHewlett-Packard Marketing HeadquartersShould you
4 Hewlett Packard Support and Information ServicesHewlett-Packard Marketing Headquarters72 English
English 73Glossaryadapter An accessory board, that connects to the system board via an accessory board slot.BBS Bulletin Board System. A computer th
74 EnglishGlossarymass storage Any device used to store large amounts of data. Usually refers to hard disks and tape backup units.memory modules Min
75Aaccessoriesinstalling, 11–??accessory boardinstalling, 26problems, 42Accessory boards, configuring in Win-dows 3.11, 26air flow guide, 14America
76 Indexpasswordsetting, 7PCstarting, 6stopping, 6PC, unpacking, 2power cables, connecting, 5printerconnector, 3installing, 3problems, 39problemswith
Regulatory Information and Warranty
français78 françaisRegulatory InformationDECLARATION OF CONFORMITYaccording to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014Manufacturer’s Name: HEWLETT-PACKARDMan
françaisfrançais 79FCC (for USA only)Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning:This equipment has been tested a
English ixIf the Hard Disk Does Not Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40If the CD-ROM Drive Has a Problem. . . .
français80 françaisNotice for the United KingdomThe HP Vectra PC is approved under approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to Pu
françaisfrançais 81HP Hardware WarrantyImportant: This is your hardware product warranty statement. Read it carefully.Warranty terms may be different
français82 françaisCustomer-replaceable components–such as the keyboard or mouse–may be serviced through expedited part shipment. In this event, HP
françaisfrançais 83HP Software Product License Agreement and Software & Product Limited WarrantyYour HP Vectra PC contains preinstalled software p
français84 françaisHP Software Product Limited WarrantyTHIS HP SOFTWARE PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL COVER ALL SOFTWARE THAT IS PROVIDED TO YOU,
Your HP Vectra PC Physical CharacteristicsCharacteristic DescriptionWeight (excluding display and keyboard)15 kg (33 pounds)Dimensions Width: 21 cm (
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