HP SMS Prod Pro Print Server HW Installation Guide For Z-Series Workstations

Hardware Installation Guide for Z-series Workstations

Document details
Purpose To describe how to install the HP Z840 Workstations, and Z8 G4 Workstations
Scope HP Z840 Workstations, and Z8 G4 Workstations
Document number CA493–04440
Revision number 04
Date May 2019
Security level HP Confidential
The information contained in this document is accurate at the date of release.

Check CE Suitcase for the most recent version of this document.
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Table of contents
1 Purpose ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Prerequisites for the HP IN050T Z840 Workstations ......................................................................................................... 1
Prerequisites for the HP IN100T Z840 Workstation or Z8 G4 Workstations .................................................................. 1
Estimated installation time ..................................................................................................................................................... 1
Parts list for HP Workstations ................................................................................................................................................ 1
2 Setting up the IN100T/IN150T Z8 G4 Workstation ............................................................................................................................. 2

Unboxing the Z8 G4 workstation ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Connect to the network ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Setting up the IN100T Z840 Workstation ............................................................................................................................................. 8

Unboxing the Z840 IN100T workstation ............................................................................................................................ 10
Connect to the network ......................................................................................................................................................... 11
4 Setting up the IN050T Z840 Workstation .......................................................................................................................................... 12

Unboxing the workstation .................................................................................................................................................... 14
5 Lantronix Spider Duo Installation ......................................................................................................................................................... 15

Lantronix Spider Duo components and diagram .............................................................................................................. 15
Connecting the Lantronix Spider Duo to the workstation ............................................................................................... 18
Finish connecting Lantronix Spider Duo hardware ........................................................................................................... 20
6 Initial operating system setup .............................................................................................................................................................. 23

Set up Windows ...................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Configure TCP/IP on WIndows 7 .......................................................................................................................................... 25
Configure TCP/IP on WIndows 10 ........................................................................................................................................ 29
Run HP Radar .......................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Perform Microsoft Windows updates ................................................................................................................................. 33
7 Configuring the Lantronix Spider Duo on the workstation .............................................................................................................. 34

Configuring the Lantronix Spider Duo ................................................................................................................................. 34
8 Rack-mount installation of the Z840 workstation ............................................................................................................................ 39

Rack mount parts list ............................................................................................................................................................ 39
Tools required ......................................................................................................................................................................... 39
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Preparing the workstation .................................................................................................................................................... 39
Installing the rails and flanges on the workstation .......................................................................................................... 41
Installing the rails on the server rack .................................................................................................................................. 43
Mounting the workstation into the server rack ................................................................................................................. 43
Reassembling the workstation ............................................................................................................................................ 44
9 Rack-mount installation of the Z8 G4 workstation ........................................................................................................................... 45

Rack mount parts list ............................................................................................................................................................ 45
Tools required ......................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Preparing the workstation .................................................................................................................................................... 45
Installing the rails and flanges on the workstation .......................................................................................................... 46
Installing the rails on the server rack .................................................................................................................................. 48
Mounting the workstation into the server rack ................................................................................................................. 48
Reassembling the workstation ............................................................................................................................................ 49
10 Z840 Workstation Recovery ............................................................................................................................................................... 50

Z840 Workstation system recovery procedure ................................................................................................................ 50
11 Z8 G4 Workstation Recovery Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 53

Z8 G4 Workstation system backup and recovery procedure .......................................................................................... 53
Appendix A Service and support ............................................................................................................................................................. 54
Appendix B Revision history and confidentiality notice ....................................................................................................................... 55

Revision history ...................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Printing instructions .............................................................................................................................................................. 55
Confidentiality notice ............................................................................................................................................................. 55
iii CA493–04440 Rev 04

1 Purpose
This document provides instructions for unpacking, installing, and configuring the hardware for workstation
configurations.
● Prerequisites for the HP IN050T Z840 Workstations
● Prerequisites for the HP IN100T Z840 Workstation or Z8 G4 Workstations
● Estimated installation time
● Parts list for HP Workstations
Prerequisites for the HP IN050T Z840 Workstations

● 4–way power outlet or a 6–port power strip
Prerequisites for the HP IN100T Z840 Workstation or Z8 G4

Workstations
● 4–way power outlet or a 6–port power strip
● Two approved static IP addresses
● Hotfix 18.1 on a thumb drive
Estimated installation time

1 hour for unpacking and the power-up procedure.
Parts list for HP Workstations

● HP Workstation
● HP 22" Monitor
● Keyboard
● Mouse
● Network cables (3)
● Power cord
● Network switch
● Accessory kit
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2 Setting up the IN100T/IN150T Z8 G4

Workstation
Before unpacking the system, check the packaging for any obvious signs of damage. If you notice any damage,
stop and do the following:
● Inform the customer of the damage.
● Instruct the customer to work with the shipping department to resolve the matter.
IMPORTANT: Do not plug workstation into power outlet until Lantronix dongle is properly connected.
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Figure 2-1 HP Z8 G4 Workstation – Front
1 Optical drive
2 Expansion drive bays
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3 Power button
4 Hard drive activity light
5 Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack
6 USB 3.0 ports (2)
7 USB-Type C ports (2)
8 SD Card slot

Figure 2-2 HP Z8 G4 Workstation – Rear
1 Rear power button
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2 Security slot
3 Power supply Built-In Self-Test (BIST) LED
4 Audio line-out jack (green)
5 Audio line-in jack (blue)
6 Power connection
7 Serial port
8 USB 3.0 ports (6, blue)
9 Network jacks (2, orange)
The bottom connector is AMT enabled
10 PS/2 keyboard connector (purple)
11 PS/2 mouse connector (light green)
12 PCIe3x16: GPU card
13 PCIe3x16: VCORN
14 10GB Card (IN150T only)
Unboxing the Z8 G4 workstation

IMPORTANT: When performing the following steps, take all necessary precautions to protect against
electrostatic discharge (ESD).
1. Call the application engineer who will be completing the installation of the software.
2. Obtain the required system role for the workstation from the application engineer.
3. Unpack the workstation. Verify that the product is not scratched or damaged, and then review the contents
of the box and make sure you have the following:
● HP Z8 G4 Workstation
● Mouse
● Keyboard
● Power cord
● Monitor
● Lantronix Spider Duo dongle kit
● Network switch
● Accessory kit
● Display-to-VGA adapter
● Serial Number labels
● Tag for connecting the serial number labels to the workstation

Connect the serial number label
1. Locate the serial number label kit.

Figure 2-3 Locate the serial number label kit
2. Attach the serial number label to the plastic tag.

Figure 2-4 Attach the serial number label
3. Attach the tag to the workstation.
Connect to the network

1. Place the network switch near the workstation, connect the power cable, and then plug the switch into a
wall outlet.
2. Connect a LAN cable to port 2 on the workstation, and the other end to port 5 on the network switch.
3. Connect a LAN cable to port 1 on the switch and the other end to the customer’s network.
4. Connect a LAN cable to the Ethernet port on the Lantronix Spider Duo and the other end to port 6 on the
network switch.
5. Complete the instructions in Lantronix Spider Duo Installation on page 15.
6. Complete the instructions in Initial operating system setup on page 23.
7. Complete the instructions in Configuring the Lantronix Spider Duo on the workstation on page 34.
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3 Setting up the IN100T Z840 Workstation
IMPORTANT: Do not plug workstation into power outlet until Lantronix dongle is properly connected.
Figure 3-1 HP IN100T Z840 Workstation – Front
1 Optical drive
2 Optical drive bays
3 Power button
5 USB 3.0 charging port (1)
6 USB 3.0 ports (3)
8 Microphone jack
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Figure 3-2 HP IN100T Z840 Workstation – Rear
2 Power connection
3 Rear power button
4 Serial port (monitor connection)
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9 USB 2.0 ports (2, black)
12 Security slot
13 PCIe3x8: LSI Battery
14 PCIe3x16: GPU card
15 PCIe3x16: VCORN
16 PCIe3x16: LSI RAID
Unboxing the Z840 IN100T workstation

1. Call the application engineer who will be completing the installation of the software.
2. Obtain the required system role for the workstation from the application engineer.
● HP Z840 Workstation
● Mouse
● Keyboard
● Power cord
● Monitor
● Lantronix Spider Duo dongle kit
● Network switch
● Accessory kit
● Display-to-VGA adapter
● Serial Number tag labels
● Tag for connecting the serial number labels to the workstation
Connect the serial number label
1. Locate the serial number label kit.

Figure 3-3 Locate the serial number label kit
2. Attach the serial number label to the plastic tag.

Figure 3-4 Attach the serial number label
3. Attach the tag to the workstation.
Connect to the network

1. Place the network switch near the workstation, connect the power cable, and then plug the switch into a
wall outlet.
2. Connect a LAN cable to port 2 on the workstation, and the other end to port 5 on the network switch.
3. Connect a LAN cable to port 1 on the switch and the other end to the customer’s network.
4. Connect a LAN cable to the Ethernet port on the Lantronix Spider Duo and the other end to port 6 on the
network switch.
5. Complete the instructions in Lantronix Spider Duo Installation on page 15.
7. Complete the instructions in Configuring the Lantronix Spider Duo on the workstation on page 34.
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4 Setting up the IN050T Z840 Workstation
Figure 4-1 HP IN050T Z840 – Front
1 Optical drive
2 Optical drive bays
3 Power button
5 USB 3.0 charging port (1)
6 USB 3.0 ports (3)
8 Microphone jack

Figure 4-2 HP IN050T Z840 Workstation – Rear
2 Power connection
3 Rear power button
4 Serial port (monitor connection)
9 USB 2.0 ports (2, black)
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12 Security slot
13 PCI/PCIe card slots
Unboxing the workstation

● HP Z840 Workstation
● Mouse
● Keyboard
● Power cord
● Monitor
● Network switch
● Accessory kit
2. Connect the monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the rear of the workstation.
3. Connect the network to network port 2 on the workstation.
4. Connect the power cable to the workstation.
5. Boot the workstation.

5 Lantronix Spider Duo Installation
Lantronix Spider Duo components and diagram

Figure 5-1 Lantronix components
NOTE: The power cable, VGA adapter cable and LAN cables are excluded from the previous graphic.
Cables Connections
(2) — Display-to-VGA adapter ● The (2) Display-to-VGA adapter’s display port connector connects to port 1 on the
GPU card in the workstation.
● The (2) Display-to-VGA adapter’s VGA port connects to the (3) computer input
cable’s VGA connector.
(3) — Computer input cable ● The (3) computer input cable USB plugs into a USB port on the workstation.
● The (3) computer input cable VGA connector connects to the (2) Display-to-VGA
adapter VGA connector.
● The (3) computer input cable display port connector plugs into the display port on
the (1) Lantronix Spider Duo.
(4) — Local KVM cable ● The (4) Local KVM cable’s HDMI connector plugs into the (1) Lantronix Spider Duo’s
Local KVM HDMI port.
● The mouse and keyboard plug into the (4) Local KVM cable’s two USB ports.
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Cables Connections
● The (4) Local KVM cable’s VGA connector plugs into VGA adapter cable (not shown),
which then connects to the monitor.
(5) — Configuration cable ● The (5) configuration cable’s serial connector connects to the workstation serial
port.
● The (5) configuration cable’s ethernet connector connects to the (1) Lantronix
Spider Duo ethernet port.
The following figure depicts the installed configuration of the Lantronix Spider Duo dongle. The steps in the next
section provide guidance on the installation.
Figure 5-2 Lantronix installation diagram
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Figure 5-3 Lantronix PC installation diagram
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Connecting the Lantronix Spider Duo to the workstation

1. Connect Display-to-VGA adapter (2) to the first display port on the GPU card in workstation.
Figure 5-4 Display-to-VGA adapter connected to GPU

2. Connect the VGA connector on the Computer Input cable (3) to the VGA port on the adapter (2), and then
connect the USB cable to an available port on the workstation.
Figure 5-5 Computer input connected to workstation
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3. Connect the Ethernet-to-VGA configuration cable (5) to the network port on the rear of the Lantronix
dongle, and then to the VGA port on the back of the workstation.
Figure 5-6 Configuration cable connected
Finish connecting Lantronix Spider Duo hardware

1. Connect the Display cable on (3) to the display port available on the Lantronix dongle (1).
Figure 5-7 Computer input connected to dongle

2. Connect the Local KVM cable (4) to the Local KVM port available on the Lantronix dongle (1).
Figure 5-8 HDMI connected to local KVM
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3. Connect the keyboard and mouse to the USB ports on Local KVM cable (4), and then connect the serial
cable to the monitor.
The monitor connection is not shown in the following figure.
Figure 5-9 Peripherals connected to KVM
4. Connect the power cord to the Lantronix dongle, and then plug it into an available outlet.

6 Initial operating system setup
When the workstation boots up for the first time, follow these steps for the initial configuration of the system.
If a message displays asking to format disk R:, click X to close the message.
Set up Windows
1. Press Ctrl+Alt+Del to login.
2. Click Administrator or Unicorn user.
NOTE: Some systems might not have an Administrator user.
3. A warning message displays prompting to change the password. Click OK.

4. Type a new Administrator account password in both text boxes, and then press Enter.
NOTE: The recommended password is HPdfeHPdfe#1.
5. A message displays to confirm the password change. Click OK.

6. The Choose System Role menu displays. Select 1 to choose the system manager role for the workstation.
Figure 6-1 Choose System Role
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7. When prompted, enter a new Name for the computer, and then click OK.
Figure 6-2 Windows -Rename the computer
NOTE: Do not use symbols other than the dash when naming the computer. Computer names are limited
to 14 characters.
8. The Date and Time dialog displays. Click Change time zone.
Figure 6-3 Date and Time dialog
9. The Time Zone Settings dialog displays. Select the local time zone, and then click OK.
Figure 6-4 Time Zone Settings dialog
10. The Date and Time dialog displays. Click the Change date and time.
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11. In the Date and Time Settings window, use the controls to change the date and time, and then click OK.
Figure 6-5 Date and Time Settings dialog
12. Click OK to close the Date and Time dialog. The workstation automatically reboots.
On the IN100T Z840 workstation, a Fatal firmware error might display after the device reboots. Click
Dismiss to clear the error message. There is no issue.
Figure 6-6 Fatal firmware error
Configure TCP/IP on WIndows 7

This step is only required if the customer is using a static IP address on the workstation.
1. On the desktop, click Start, right-click Network, and then select Properties.
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2. The Network and Sharing Center window displays. Click External Network.
Figure 6-7 Network and Sharing Center
3. The External Network Status dialog displays. Click Properties.

Figure 6-8 External Network Status dialog

4. The External Network Properties dialog displays. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and then
click Properties.
Figure 6-9 External Network Properties dialog

5. The Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) dialog displays. Select the Use the following IP address option,
and then type the IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway, and DNS server IP addresses in the
appropriate text boxes.
Figure 6-10 Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) dialog
6. Click OK to close the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties dialog.

7. Click OK to close the External Network Properties dialog.
8. Click Close to close the External Network Status dialog.
9. Close the Network and Sharing Center window.
10. Click on the Windows icon.
11. Type Security and Maintenance, and then click the icon.

12. Select the Security drop-down arrow.

13. Under Network firewall, click “Turn off notifications...”. This prevents the firewall notification from
displaying.
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This step is only required if the customer is using a static IP address on the workstation.
1. Click the Windows button, type Control Panel, and then select the Control Panel icon.
2. Click the Network and Sharing Center icon.

3. The Network and Sharing Center window displays. Click External Network.
Figure 6-11 Network and Sharing Center

4. The External Network Status dialog displays. Click Properties.

Figure 6-12 External Network Status dialog

5. The External Network Properties dialog displays. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and then
click Properties.
Figure 6-13 External Network Properties dialog

6. The Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) dialog displays. Select the Use the following IP address option,
and then type the IP address, Subnet mask, Default gateway, and DNS server IP addresses in the
appropriate text boxes.
Figure 6-14 Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) dialog
7. Click OK to close the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties dialog.

8. Click OK to close the External Network Properties dialog.
9. Click Close to close the External Network Status dialog.
10. Close the Network and Sharing Center window.
Run HP Radar
Install any updates that are downloaded by HP Radar on all servers before running Windows Update.

1. On the server desktop, click Start > All Programs > HP Radar, and then select HP Radar.
2. The HP Radar screen opens. Click Check for updates.
3. After checking for updates, select the Solutions tab. For each update listed, click Download. The update
files are downloaded to the computer.
4. After the software is successfully downloaded, the Download button changes into an Install button. Under
the Action column for HP Radar, click Install.
5. The software installation for the update launches. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
update installation.
6. After the software updates successfully, return to the HP Radar window, and then click Install on the next
update in the list. Repeat this process until all software updates are installed. Close the HP Radar window.
Perform Microsoft Windows updates

IMPORTANT: Make sure that Hot Fix 18.1 is installed on Z8 G4 workstations manually before connecting to the
internet.
1. On the desktop, click Start, click All Programs, and then select Windows Update.
2. Click Check for updates.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to apply any updates.
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7 Configuring the Lantronix Spider Duo on the

workstation
Configuring the Lantronix Spider Duo

No software is required for this device. There is the potential to upgrade the device firmware, but this device only
needs to be accessed via serial connection for the initial setup and by a Web browser for normal use.
1. Connect the Serial to RJ45 cable. The serial connection goes to the Workstation, and the RJ45 connection
goes to the Spider Duo.
Figure 7-1 Serial to RJ45 cable
2. Plug in the power for the Lantronix Spider Duo and then turn on the Workstation.
3. Copy the installer package for SecureLinx Spider Viewer to the desktop.
4. Click through the installer, accepting all defaults.
5. After Spider Viewer installs, double-click the Spider Viewer icon on the desktop to open the program.
6. In Spider Viewer, click the Configuration drop-down menu, and then select Find New Devices.
7. Right-click the device. If there are multiple devices. Check the Mac Address printed on the Lantronix label
for the correct device.
8. Select Initial Device Setup. Note the IP address of the Lantronix Spider Duo.
9. Open a browser, and then navigate to the IP address of the Lantronix Spider Duo.
10. Log in to the Lantronix Spider Duo with the following credentials:
● User: sysadmin
● Password: PASS
11. Type the new password, Barack2006, and then click Save.
12. Create the standard Indigo User for the Spider Duo.
a. Click the User Accounts tab, and then the User/Group link.
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Figure 7-2 User/Group Management
b. Create a new user for standard remote support login.

● New user name = Service
● Full user name = HP Service
● Password = Barak2006
● Confirm Password = Barak2006
● Group membership = Admin
Click the Create button.

Figure 7-3 Create user
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c. A confirmation message displays after the user is created.

Figure 7-4 Lantronix user created
d. Spider Duo now has standard login similar to iLO on servers.

13. Configure USB to work during POST (in BIOS).
a. Click the Interfaces tab, and then click the Keyboard/Mouse tab.
b. Confirm the box Force USB Full Speed Mode is checked.
c. Click the Host Interface menu and then select USB.
Figure 7-5 Lantronix Keyboard/Mouse tab
d. Click Save.
e. Assign a Host name to the Spider Duo.
i. Open a browser, and then navigate to the IP of the Spider Duo.
Figure 7-6 Lantronix login
ii. Log in using the sysadmin user. Password is PASS. Password is case-sensitive.
iii. After the first login, the sysadmin user requires a new password. Type Barak2006, and then
click Save.
Figure 7-7 Change Lantronix password
iv. After the password is changed, a confirmation message displays. Click the Home button.
Figure 7-8 Password change successful
v. Click on the Interfaces tab. The Network subsection displays.

Figure 7-9 Lantronix Interfaces tab
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vi. Change the Host name to ILO followed by the workstation serial number, and then click Save.
For example, ILO2UA70917NW where 2UA70917NW is the workstation serial number.
Figure 7-10 Change host name
vii. The system briefly shows a notification screen, and then disconnects as the Spider Duo resets
for the new Host name to take effect.
viii. Input the IP auto configuration, IP address, Subnet mask, and the Gateway IP address and then
click Save.
ix. The system briefly shows a notification screen, and then disconnects as the Spider Duo resets
for the new IP address to take effect. Any subsequent login requires typing the new address into
a browser.
f. Put the new Host name and IP address on the Lantronix Spider Duo.
8 Rack-mount installation of the Z840

workstation
This chapter describes how to install the sliding rack mount kit on an IN100T Z840 workstation. It also describes
how to install the workstation into a rack.
Rack mount parts list

Table 8-1 H0H64A - Z840 conversion kit
P/N Description Qty
H0H64A HP Z840 T/R conversion pack 1
AF654A HPE KVM Console USB/Display Port 1

Interface Adapter
8121-1346 PWR-CORD 3 COND 2-FT-LF 12A 1
Tools required
● T-15 Torx screwdriver
● Flathead screwdriver
Preparing the workstation

1. Power down the workstation.
2. Disconnect the workstation power cord.
3. Disconnect all the connections to external devices.
4. Remove the side access panel.
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5. Use a T-15 Torx screwdriver to remove the long screw that secures the rear handle, and then remove the
handle.
Figure 8-1 Removing the rear handle
6. Lift the rear edge of the top cover at the center, press on the front edge of the top cover, and then slide the
cover toward the rear of the workstation.
Figure 8-2 Disengage the top cover
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7. Lift the top cover from the chassis.

Figure 8-3 Removing the top cover
8. Reinstall the side access panel.
Installing the rails and flanges on the workstation

1. Align the flange with the screw holes on the left side of the chassis.
NOTE: The bottom of the chassis becomes the left side for mounting.
2. Attach the flange using a T-15 Torx screwdriver and two M4 screws.
Figure 8-4 Flange for rack mounting
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3. If necessary, use a flathead screwdriver to pry the clip off the inner slide, and then reposition to the desired
length.
Figure 8-5 Remove the clip from the slide
Figure 8-6 The front side of the repositioned clip
Figure 8-7 The back side of the repositioned clip
4. Align the inner slide with the two screw holes on the left side of the chassis.
5. Attach the inner slide using a T-15 Torx screwdriver and two M4 screws.

6. Repeat steps 1-5 to mount the rail to the right side of the chassis.
Figure 8-8 Installing rails and ambidextrous flanges
Installing the rails on the server rack

1. Insert the three pins on the rear of the mounting bracket in the holes in the rear rack column. Slide the
bracket forward to lock in place.
2. Insert the three pins on the front of the mounting bracket in the holes in the front rack column. Slide the
bracket backward to lock in place.
3. If the slide must be repositioned, release the rear bracket.
4. If the slide must be repositioned, release the front bracket.
Mounting the workstation into the server rack

1. Insert the inner rails into the outer rails.
2. Push the workstation to slide it completely into the rack. If the rails are locked, disengage them by pressing
the green lever found on the side of the outer rail.
3. Secure the workstation into the rack by tightening the thumb screws found on the mounting flanges.
4. Connect the KVM Console USB Interface Adapter USB connector to an open USB port on the back of the
workstation.
NOTE: There are two KVM adapters in the rail mount kit. If using the KVM adapter with the DVI port.
5. Connect the KVM Console USB Interface Adapter VGA connector to the VGA port on the back of the
workstation. This might require a DVI to VGA adapter.
6. Connect one side of an ethernet cable to the KVM Console USB Interface Adapter Ethernet connector, and
the other side to an open port on the KVM switch.
7. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the workstation, and then to an open port on the server
rack switch.
8. Connect a power cable to the back of the workstation, and then to an open power port on the server power
strip.
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Reassembling the workstation

1. Reconnect the external devices and power cords.
2. Restore the power to the workstation and all external devices.
3. Insert the slide adjustment attachment.

9 Rack-mount installation of the Z8 G4

workstation
This chapter describes how to install the sliding rack mount kit on a Z8 G4 workstation. It also describes how to
install the workstation into a rack.
Rack mount parts list

Table 9-1 H0H64A - Z8 G4 conversion kit
P/N Description Qty
H0H64B HP Z8 Adjustable Rail Rack Kit, Flush Mount 1
AF654A HPE KVM Console USB/Display Port 1

Interface Adapter
8121-1346 PWR-CORD 3 COND 2-FT-LF 12A 1
Tools required
● T-15 Torx screwdriver
● Flathead screwdriver
Preparing the workstation

1. Power down the workstation.
2. Disconnect the workstation power cord.
3. Disconnect all the connections to external devices.
4. Release the two tabs (1) on the rear panel from the computer.
5. Swing the rear edge of the top cover (2) away from the computer.
6. Remove the top cover (3).
Figure 9-1 Remove the Top Cover
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Installing the rails and flanges on the workstation

1. Align the flange with the screw holes on the left side of the chassis.
NOTE: The bottom of the chassis becomes the left side for mounting.
2. Attach the flange using a T-15 Torx screwdriver and two M4 screws.
Figure 9-2 Flange for rack mounting
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3. If necessary, use a flathead screwdriver to pry the clip off the inner slide, and then reposition to the desired
length.
Figure 9-3 Remove the clip from the slide
Figure 9-4 The front side of the repositioned clip
Figure 9-5 The back side of the repositioned clip
4. Align the inner slide with the two screw holes on the left side of the chassis.
5. Attach the inner slide using a T-15 Torx screwdriver and two M4 screws.
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6. Repeat steps 1-5 to mount the rail to the right side of the chassis.
Figure 9-6 Installing rails and ambidextrous flanges
Installing the rails on the server rack

1. Insert the three pins on the rear of the mounting bracket in the holes in the rear rack column. Slide the
bracket forward to lock in place.
2. Insert the three pins on the front of the mounting bracket in the holes in the front rack column. Slide the
bracket backward to lock in place.
3. If the slide must be repositioned, release the rear bracket.
4. If the slide must be repositioned, release the front bracket.
Mounting the workstation into the server rack

1. Insert the inner rails into the outer rails.
2. Push the workstation to slide it completely into the rack. If the rails are locked, disengage them by pressing
the green lever found on the side of the outer rail.
3. Secure the workstation into the rack by tightening the thumb screws found on the mounting flanges.
4. Connect the Display Port-to-VGA adapter Display Port connector to an open port on the GPU card on the
back of the workstation.
5. Connect the KVM Console USB Interface Adapter USB connector to an open USB port on the back of the
workstation.
6. Connect the KVM Console USB Interface Adapter VGA connector to the Display Port-to-VGA adapter VGA
port.
7. Connect one side of an ethernet cable to the KVM Console USB Interface Adapter Ethernet connector, and
the other side to an open port on the KVM switch.
8. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the workstation, and then to an open port on the server
rack switch.
9. Connect a power cable to the back of the workstation, and then to an open power port on the server power
strip.
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Reassembling the workstation

1. Reconnect the external devices and power cords.
2. Restore the power to the workstation and all external devices.
3. Insert the slide adjustment attachment.
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10 Z840 Workstation Recovery
Z840 Workstation system recovery procedure

1. Write down the network information for the workstation (if possible).
2. Write down the hostname and workgroup/domain for the workstation (if possible).
3. Reboot or turn on the PC, and then press ESC to enter the Boot Menu when prompted.
4. From the Startup Menu, select the Boot Menu.
Figure 10-1 Startup Menu
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5. From the Boot Menu, select the hard drive in the workstation which contains the recovery partition.
Figure 10-2 Boot Menu – Recovery drive
6. The Recovery menu displays.

● To restore the system, select Backup and Restore, select Restore, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to recover the system information.
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● To reimage the system, select Install Windows, and then follow the on-screen instructions to
complete a fresh install of the Windows operating system.
Figure 10-3 Recovery Menu
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11 Z8 G4 Workstation Recovery Menu
Z8 G4 Workstation system backup and recovery procedure

1. Write down the network information for the workstation (if possible).
2. Write down the hostname and workgroup/domain for the workstation (if possible).
3. Reboot or turn on the PC, and then press ESC to enter the Startup Menu when prompted.
4. From the Startup Menu, select Boot Menu.
Figure 11-1 Z8 G4 Recovery Menu
5. Select UEFI - Sandisk Cruzer Fit to restore the system from the SD card.
6. Follow the on screen instructions. The Z8 G4 will restart and the workstation completes the operation.
NOTE: If a blue Recovery screen displays, the incorrect selection was made.
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A Service and support
To obtain service, please contact the customer care center within your country/region:
Europe:
Belgium: +32 (0)2 626 4803
France: +33 (0)1 57 32 41 07
Germany: +49 (0)69 38 07 89 193
Ireland: +353 (0)1 656 9760
Italy: +39 02 69430637
Luxembourg: +352 (0)24 87 13 98
Netherlands: +31 (0)20 547 6870
Spain: +34 9 12757781
UK: +44 (0)84 5604 7435
APJ:
Japan: +81 (0)1 2085 5536
Singapore: +65 9891 1753
Distribution Channels (DC): +31 (0)20 654 5543
North America: 1-800-204-6344
Israel: +972 (0)8 938 1818
North America and International Israel APJ

Latin America
HP HP HP HP
Indigo Division Indigo Division Indigo Division Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
5555 Windward Parkway Startbaan 16 Kiryat Weizmann No.3 Tuas Link 4 #02-01
Alpharetta, GA 30004 1187XR Amstelveen P.O. Box 150 Singapore 637016
USA The Netherlands Rehovot 76101
Israel
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B Revision history and confidentiality notice
Revision history
Revision Description
CA493–04440 Rev 00 Initial document
CA493–04440 Rev 01 Enlarged some of the graphics, added the Lantronix configuration information directly to
the document, rearranged the information to make the installation linear.
CA493–04440 Rev 02 Added a chapter for installing the IN100T Z840 workstation into server rack.
CA493–04440 Rev 04 Added chapters for installing the Z8 G4 workstations.
Responsible Engineer (TS) Brett Bates
DFE Group Manager Richard Gines
Documentation Manager Ronit Shugal / Isaac Diwan
Written by Daniel Burton/Craig Moore
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Page size A4, Letter, or 8.27 x 11.00 in (21 x 27.94 cm)
Printing Office printer
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The information contained in this document is accurate at the date of release. Check CE Suitcase for the most recent version of this document.
This document contains valuable trade secrets and confidential information of HP. Nothing herein may be copied, reproduced or distributed in any form or medium, or
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Purpose To describe how to install the HP Z840 Workstations, and Z8 G4 Workstations

Scope HP Z840 Workstations, and Z8 G4 Workstations

Document number CA493–04440

Date May 2019

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The information contained in this document is accurate at the date of release.

2 Setting up the IN100T/IN150T Z8 G4 Workstation ............................................................................................................................. 2

3 Setting up the IN100T Z840 Workstation ............................................................................................................................................. 8

4 Setting up the IN050T Z840 Workstation .......................................................................................................................................... 12

5 Lantronix Spider Duo Installation ......................................................................................................................................................... 15

6 Initial operating system setup .............................................................................................................................................................. 23

7 Configuring the Lantronix Spider Duo on the workstation .............................................................................................................. 34

8 Rack-mount installation of the Z840 workstation ............................................................................................................................ 39

9 Rack-mount installation of the Z8 G4 workstation ........................................................................................................................... 45

10 Z840 Workstation Recovery ............................................................................................................................................................... 50

11 Z8 G4 Workstation Recovery Menu ................................................................................................................................................... 53

Appendix A Service and support ............................................................................................................................................................. 54

Appendix B Revision history and confidentiality notice ....................................................................................................................... 55

iii CA493–04440 Rev 04

Prerequisites for the HP IN050T Z840 Workstations

Prerequisites for the HP IN100T Z840 Workstation or Z8 G4

Estimated installation time

Parts list for HP Workstations

CA493–04440 Rev 04 Prerequisites for the HP IN050T Z840 Workstations 1

2 Setting up the IN100T/IN150T Z8 G4

2 Chapter 2 Setting up the IN100T/IN150T Z8 G4 Workstation CA493–04440 Rev 04

Figure 2-1 HP Z8 G4 Workstation – Front

2 Expansion drive bays

4 Hard drive activity light

5 Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack

6 USB 3.0 ports (2)

7 USB-Type C ports (2)

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Figure 2-2 HP Z8 G4 Workstation – Rear

1 Rear power button

3 Power supply Built-In Self-Test (BIST) LED

4 Audio line-out jack (green)

5 Audio line-in jack (blue)

8 USB 3.0 ports (6, blue)

9 Network jacks (2, orange)

The bottom connector is AMT enabled

10 PS/2 keyboard connector (purple)

11 PS/2 mouse connector (light green)

12 PCIe3x16: GPU card

14 10GB Card (IN150T only)

Unboxing the Z8 G4 workstation

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Connect the serial number label

1. Locate the serial number label kit.

2. Attach the serial number label to the plastic tag.

3. Attach the tag to the workstation.

Connect to the network

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3 Setting up the IN100T Z840 Workstation

Figure 3-1 HP IN100T Z840 Workstation – Front

2 Optical drive bays

4 Hard drive activity light

5 USB 3.0 charging port (1)

6 USB 3.0 ports (3)

7 Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) combo jack

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