HP D3H66UTABA - Manual

2 HP Z1 Workstation features For complete and current information on supported accessories and components for the workstation, see http://partsurfer.hp.com . Components Front and bottom components Figure 2-1 Front and bottom components Table 2-1 Component descriptions 1 Camera angle adjustment dial ...

Rear components Figure 2-3 Rear components (excluding stand) Table 2-3 Component descriptions 1 Handle 6 Power cord connector 2 Subwoofer connector (orange) 7 USB 2.0 connectors (4) 3 Audio line-out connector (green) 8 Optical S/PDIF audio output 4 Audio line-in connector (blue) 9 RJ-45 network conn...

Product specifications Physical characteristics Table 2-4 Physical characteristics Weight With stand 21.3 kg (47.0 lbs) Without stand 15.4 kg (34.0 lbs) Stand only 5.9 kg (13.0 lbs) Dimensions Upright, excluding stand Height : 584.2 mm (23.0 in) Width : 660.4 cm (26.0 in) Depth : 419.1 cm (16.5 in) ...

3 Setting up and using the workstation Topics Setting up the workstation on page 11 Display options on page 21 Using the webcam on page 25 Installing optional components on page 25 Security on page 25 Product recycling on page 25 Setting up the workstation Location and ventilation Proper ventilation...

Setup procedure 1. The HP Z1 Workstation weighs 21.3 kg (47.0 lbs.) and must be removed from the box by two people. WARNING! If a product is shipped in packaging marked with this icon , the product must always be lifted by two people to avoid personal injury due to product weight. WARNING! To reduce...

Enabling Bluetooth Devices The workstation is Bluetooth®-enabled. To connect a Bluetooth wireless device: 1. Make your Bluetooth device send out a radio signal so that it is discoverable by the workstation (refer to the device documentation for instructions). 2. In the Windows Control Panel , go to ...

Display options Adjusting display brightness The HP Z1 Workstation uses two methods to control the display brightness. ● The backlight brightness settings control the overall brightness of the internal display panel only. ● The pixel color brightness settings control the individual pixel color inten...

Pixel color brightness Pixel color brightness is controlled with either the Intel® iGFx or the NVIDIA MXM graphics controller interface. Both controllers can adjust the internal display panel and an external monitor. This adjustment affects the brightness level of the individual RGB pixels and affec...

NVIDIA MXM controller pixel color adjustments for an external monitor 1. Right-click a blank area on the display desktop to open the system control window. Click the NVIDIA control panel. 2. Click the icon for your external monitor. A green box outlines the icon. 3. On the left side of the NVIDIA Co...

Using the HP Z1 Workstation as a monitor The DisplayPort connector on the HP Z1 Workstation is bi-directional and lets you use the workstation as a display for another computer, such as a laptop. The other computer (referred to as the external graphics source ) must have a graphics DisplayPort outpu...

Adjusting the audio signal ● There is no hardware volume control on the HP Z1 Workstation. (However, some keyboards do have volume buttons, usually in the upper-right corner.) ● Volume can be adjusted with the operating system (OS) master control or the software (SW) audio player control. ● The OS m...

4 Setting up and restoring Windows 7 This chapter provides setup and update information for the Windows 7 operating system. It includes these topics: Topics Setting up the Windows 7 operating system on page 27 Restoring and recovering in Windows 7 on page 28 NOTE: After you set up the operating syst...

Transferring files and settings The Windows operating system offers data migration tools that help you select and transfer files and data from one Windows-based computer to another. For information on these tools, go to http://www.microsoft.com . Restoring and recovering in Windows 7 To protect your...

System Restore If you have a problem that might be due to software that you installed on your computer, use System Restore to return the computer to a previous restore point. You can also set restore points manually. NOTE: Always use this System Restore procedure before you use the System Recovery f...

System Recovery WARNING! This procedure will delete all user information. To prevent loss of information, be sure to back up all user information so you can restore it after recovery. Always use the System Restore procedure before you use the System Recovery program. See System Restore on page 29 . ...

and you have not done so, select Back up your files first (recommended) , and then click Next . Otherwise, select Recover without backing up your files , and then click Next . 8. System Recovery begins. After System Recovery is complete, click Finish to restart the computer. 9. When Windows has load...

5 Setting up and restoring Windows 8 This chapter provides setup and update information for the Windows 8 operating system. It includes these topics: Topics Additional information on page 34 Backup and recovery in Windows 8 on page 35 NOTE: After you set up the operating system, you should make sure...

Downloading Windows 8 updates Microsoft may release updates to the operating system. To help keep the computer running optimally, HP recommends checking for the latest updates during the initial installation and periodically throughout the life of the computer. Run Windows Update as soon as possible...

NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer. 1. From the Start screen, type backup , click Settings , and then select from the list of displayed options. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your backup, create a system image, or cre...

3. If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are listed, restart the computer after Windows has loaded, and then press and hold Shift while clicking Restart . NOTE: If the computer fails to boot to Windows after several attempts, the system will boot to the Windows Recovery Environment ...

Using HP Windows 8 restore media (purchased separately) To order HP Windows 8 restore media, go to http://www.hp.com/support , select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also order the media by calling support. CAUTION: Using HP Windows 8 restore media completely e...

6 Setting up and restoring Linux HP offers a variety of Linux solutions for HP workstation customers: ● HP certifies and supports Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) on HP workstations. ● HP certifies and supports SUSE® Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED) on HP workstations. ● HP offers a SLED 11 preload on...

HP Installer Kit for Linux (HPIKL) The HP Installer Kit for Linux helps users install certified versions of RHEL or SLED on HP workstations. It is available as an operating system option on all HP workstations. The kit: ● Contains tested drivers that augment and/or replace those found in RHEL or SLE...

HPIKL driver disc Recent versions of Red Hat Linux typically require only driver updates with minor fixes to support HP workstations. These releases can usually be supported with the HPIKL driver disc, which can be used as a post-installation utility for the standard Red Hat Linux install. After you...

Setting up SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (SLED) HP offers a 64-bit SLED 11 preload on some Z series Workstations and supports 64-bit SLED 11 on other workstations. Various versions of SLED are certified and supported by SUSE on HP workstations. For more information, refer to the SUSE certification b...

Restoring SLED (preloaded systems only) The SLED restore media is required to restore the Linux operating system. To create restore media: 1. Click the SUSE ISO icon on the desktop to go to the /iso folder. This folder contains all iso images used to preload your workstation. 2. Follow the instructi...

7 Updating the workstation HP is constantly working on improving your total workstation experience. To ensure that the workstation leverages the latest enhancements, HP recommends that you install the latest BIOS, driver, and software updates on a regular basis. Updating the workstation after first ...

Upgrading BIOS To find and download the latest available BIOS, which includes the latest enhancements: 1. Go to http://www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport . 2. Select Download Drivers and Software from the left menu column under Tasks. 3. Follow the instructions to locate the latest BIOS available for ...

8 Diagnostics and Minor Troubleshooting Calling support At times you might encounter an issue that requires support. When you call support: ● Have the computer readily accessible. ● Write down the computer serial numbers, product numbers, model names, and model numbers and have them in front of you....

Locating ID labels To assist in troubleshooting, product, serial, and authentication numbers are available on each computer. ● All workstations have a serial number (unique for each workstation) and product number. Have these numbers available when you contact support. ● The Certificate of Authentic...

Locating warranty information To locate base warranty information, see http://www.hp.com/support/warranty-lookuptool . To locate an existing Care Pack, see http://www.hp.com/go/lookuptool . To extend a standard product warranty, visit http://www.hp.com/hps/carepack . HP Care Pack Services offer upgr...

Helpful hints If you encounter a problem with the workstation, monitor, or software, the following general suggestions might help you isolate and focus on the problem before taking further action. At startup ● Verify that the workstation is plugged into a functional AC power outlet. ● Remove all opt...

● If you recently installed new software, uninstall the software and verify if the workstation functions properly. ● If the internal display panel on an all-in-one computer is blank, open the computer and ensure that both ends of the cable between the system board and the internal display panel are ...

9 Routine Care General cleaning safety precautions ● Never use solvents or flammable solutions to clean the computer. ● Never immerse any component in water or cleaning solutions; apply any liquids to a clean cloth and then use the cloth on the component. ● Always unplug the computer before cleaning...

Cleaning the keyboard CAUTION: Use safety glasses equipped with side shields before attempting to clean debris from under the keys. ● If the keyboard has an on/off switch, turn it off. ● Follow the safety precautions in the Maintenance and Service Guide for your workstation before cleaning the compu...

Cleaning the mouse 1. Follow the safety precautions in the Maintenance and Service Guide for your workstation before cleaning the computer. 2. If the mouse has an on/off switch, turn it off. 3. Wipe the body of the mouse with a damp cloth. 4. If the mouse has a: ● Laser or LED: use a cotton swab dam...