Specifications
Table Of Contents
- Product Features
- Activating and Customizing the Software
- Computer Setup (F10) Utility
- Illustrated parts catalog
- Serial ATA (SATA) Drive Guidelines and Features
- Routine Care and Disassembly Preparation
- Removal and Replacement Procedures – Microtower (MT) Chassis
- Removal and Replacement Procedures – Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis
- Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
- Safety and Comfort
- Before You Call for Technical Support
- Helpful Hints
- Solving General Problems
- Solving Power Problems
- Solving Hard Drive Problems
- Solving Media Card Reader Problems
- Solving Display Problems
- Solving Audio Problems
- Solving Printer Problems
- Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
- Solving Hardware Installation Problems
- Solving Network Problems
- Solving Memory Problems
- Solving Processor Problems
- Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems
- Solving USB Flash Drive Problems
- Solving Front Panel Component Problems
- Solving Internet Access Problems
- Solving Software Problems
- Contacting Customer Support
- HP PC Hardware Diagnostics
- Backup and Recovery
- Power Cord Set Requirements
- POST Error Messages
- Password Security and Resetting CMOS
- Specifications
- Index

Solving Software Problems
Most software problems occur as a result of the following:
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The application was not installed or configured correctly.
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There is insufficient memory available to run the application.
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There is a conflict between applications.
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Be sure that all the needed device drivers have been installed.
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If you have installed an operating system other than the factory-installed operating system,
check to be sure it is supported on the system.
If you encounter software problems, see the applicable solutions listed in the following table.
Computer will not continue and the HP logo does not display.
Cause Solution
ROM issue - POST error has occurred. Observe the beeps and LED lights on the front of the
computer. See Appendix A,
POST Error Messages
on page 195 to determine possible causes.
See the Worldwide Limited Warranty for terms and
conditions.
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