HP Z440, Z640, and Z840 WorkstationSeriesUser Guide
Product supportTopic LocationProduct support For U.S. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go/contactHP.For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com
Product documentationTopic LocationHP user documentation, whitepapers, and third-partydocumentationUser documentation is located on your hard drive. O
Product updatesTopic LocationDriver and BIOS updates Go to http://www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport to find the latest drivers for theworkstation.To de
2 Workstation featuresFor complete and current information on supported accessories and components for yourworkstation, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com
HP Z440 Workstation rear panel components1 Power supply Built-In Self-Test(BIST) LED8 Audio line-in jack (blue)2PS/2 keyboard connector(purple)9 PC
HP Z640 Workstation componentsHP Z640 Workstation front panel components1 Optical drive bays 5 USB 3.0 charging port (1)2 Optical drive 6USB 3.0 p
HP Z640 Workstation rear panel components1 Power supply Built-In Self-Test(BIST) LED7AMT-enabled network jack(orange)2Rear power button 8 Audio line-
HP Z840 Workstation componentsHP Z840 Workstation front panel components1 Optical drive 5 USB 3.0 charging port (1)2 Optical drive bays 6USB 3.0 p
HP Z840 Workstation rear panel components1 Power supply Built-In Self-Test (BIST)LED8 USB 2.0 ports (2, black)2Rear power button 9 USB 3.0 ports (4,
Characteristic HP Z440 HP Z640 HP Z840Chassis dimensionsTower configurationHeight43.18 cm(17.00 in)44.40 cm(17.50 in)44.40 cm(17.50 in)Width16.89 cm(6
Copyright Information© Copyright 2014 Hewlett-PackardDevelopment Company, L.P.First Edition: October 2014Part Number: 748722–001WarrantyThe informatio
3 Setting up the workstationThis chapter describes how to set up your workstation.●Ensuring proper ventilation●Setup procedures●Adding monitors●Instal
●Never restrict the incoming or outgoing airflow of the workstation by blocking any vents or airintakes, as shown in the following figure.Setup proced
Adding monitorsPlanning for additional monitorsAll graphics cards provided with HP Z series Workstations support two simultaneous-display monitors(see
NOTE: Monitors with resolutions above 1920 x 1200 pixels at 60 Hz require a graphicscard with either Dual Link DVI (DL-DVI) or DisplayPort output. To
Matching graphics cards to monitor connectorsThe following table describes monitor configuration scenarios.Graphics card interface connectorMonitor co
●Graphics card with VGA and DL-DVI output — If the workstation does not have a PCIe graphicscard, but has one or more SVGA and/or DL-DVI outputs, you
Using a third-party graphics configuration utilityThird-party graphics cards may include a monitor configuration utility. Upon installation, this util
Product recyclingHP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, andrechargeable batteries.For information
4 Setting up, backing up, restoring, andrecovering Windows 7This chapter provides setup and update information for the Windows 7 operating system. It
Transferring files and settingsThe Windows operating system offers data migration tools that help you select and transfer files anddata from one Windo
About this guideThis guide provides setup and troubleshooting information for the HP Z Workstation series. It includesthese topics:Guide topicsLocatin
Backing up your informationNOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of yourworkstation. You may be prompted by
System RecoveryCAUTION: This procedure will delete all user information. To prevent loss of information, be sure toback up all user information so you
Using HP Recovery Disc operating system discsCAUTION: Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents andreformats the ha
5 Setting up, backing up, restoring, andrecovering Windows 8This chapter provides setup and update information for the Windows 8 operating system. It
Downloading Windows 8 updatesMicrosoft may release updates to the operating system. To help keep the workstation runningoptimally, HP recommends check
●Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly.●Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs.●Save customi
Creating recovery media and backupsRecovery after a system failure is only as good as your most recent backup.CAUTION: Use a flash drive with a capaci
History, see Windows Help and Support. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Helpand Support.●If you want to restore the system to a previ
1. If possible, back up all personal files.2. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition: from the Start screen, typeThis PC, an
4. Press F11 to select the System Recovery option.5. Choose your keyboard layout.6. Select Troubleshoot.7. Select Reset.8. Follow the on-screen instru
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Recovery using Windows 8 restore mediaThis recovery process requires Windows 8 restore discs, which can be ordered from the supportwebsite. The Window
6 Setting up and restoring LinuxHP offers a variety of Linux solutions for HP workstation customers:●HP certifies and supports Red Hat® Enterprise Lin
HP Installer Kit for Linux (HPIKL)The HP Installer Kit for Linux helps users install certified versions of RHEL or SLED on HPworkstations. It is avail
HPIKL driver discRecent versions of Red Hat Linux typically require only driver updates with minor fixes to support HPworkstations. These releases can
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 onother wo
Restoring SLED (preloaded systems only)To restore SLED, you must use the SLED restore media. To create restore media:1. Click the SUSE ISO icon on the
7 Updating the workstation●Updating the workstation after first boot●Updating the BIOS●Upgrading device driversHP is constantly working on improving y
Upgrading BIOSTo find and download the latest available BIOS version, which includes the latest enhancements:1. Go to http://www.hp.com/go/workstation
8 Diagnostics and minor troubleshooting●Calling support●Locating ID labels●Locating warranty information●HP troubleshooting resources and toolsCalling
Locating ID labelsTo assist in troubleshooting, identification labels are available on each workstation.●All workstations have a serial number (unique
Table of contents1 Locating HP resources ...
●http://www.hp.com/go/workstationsupport—Provides technical support information forworkstations.●http://www8.hp.com/us/en/contact-hp/phone-assist.html
Helpful hintsIf you encounter a problem with the workstation, monitor, or software, the following generalsuggestions might help you isolate and focus
●Upgrade the BIOS. A new release of the BIOS might have been released that supports newfeatures or fixes your problem.●For more detailed information,
9 Routine care●General cleaning safety precautions●Recommended cleaning products●Cleaning the chassis●Cleaning the keyboard●Cleaning the monitor●Clean
Cleaning the chassis●Follow the safety precautions in the Maintenance and Service Guide for your workstation beforecleaning the workstation.●To remove
Cleaning the mouse1. Follow the safety precautions in the Maintenance and Service Guide for your workstation beforecleaning the mouse.2. If the mouse
4 Setting up, backing up, restoring, and recovering Windows 7 ... 20Setting up t
Upgrading BIOS ... 39Upgrading device dr
1 Locating HP resourcesThis section provides information on the following resources for your HP workstation:●Product information●Product support●Produ
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