Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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Table of Contents Upgrading and Servicing Guide ...............................................................1 Safety Information ..................................................................................................1 Opening and Closing the Computer .........................................................................1 Preparing the computer ......................................................................................2 Before opening the computer ................................
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Upgrading and Servicing Guide Safety Information This product has not been evaluated for connection to an “IT” power system (an AC distribution system with no direct connection to the earth, according to IEC 60950). WARNING: Please read “Safety Information” in the Limited Warranty and Support Guide before installing and connecting your computer to the electrical power system. This Upgrading and Servicing Guide provides instructions for removing and replacing hardware components of your computer.
Preparing the computer Before you can upgrade any component in your computer, you must prepare the computer so that you can safely handle it and its components. Read the following items before attempting to upgrade or service the computer: 1 These procedures assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with personal computers, and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using and modifying electronic equipment.
After closing the computer To avoid injury and equipment damage, always complete the following steps, in the order in which they are listed, after closing the computer: 1 Reconnect the power cord. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telecommunications or telephone cables into the network interface card (NIC) (labeled as an Ethernet or LAN connector). 2 Reconnect all the cables (such as the keyboard, mouse, and monitor cables).
CAUTION: To avoid damage, do not open the access door more than 85 degrees. 2 To open the access door, lift the front edge of the door latch (A), and then swing the door open. A The door opens until it is about 85 degrees to the chassis. Do not force the door to open more than 85 degrees. WARNING: Beware of sharp edges inside the chassis.
3 To remove the exterior door inlay when replacing it: NOTE: Do not remove the access door from the chassis hinges during these steps. a Remove the inlay screw (B) from the inside of the door. B b Close the door.
c On the outside of the door, do the following: CAUTION: To avoid damaging the inlay, do not pull out the inlay more than 2.54 cm (1 inch) away from the door. a Slowly pull out the square-cornered edge of the inlay (C, near the rear of the chassis) to free the three snaps along the left side of the inlay. b Continue to slowly pull out the edge of the inlay to free the two columns of three snaps located on each side of the middle of the inlay.
4 To remove the door from the chassis hinges: a Open the door fully so that it is at 85 degrees to the chassis. b Lift up the door about 2.54 cm (1 inch) until the hinges clear the hinge pins. c Set the door aside.
Replacing the access door Complete the following steps to place the left access door on its hinges, install an exterior inlay, or close the door: 1 To place the door on its hinges: CAUTION: To avoid damage, do not open the access door more than 85 degrees. 8 a Position the door completely open at 85 degrees to the chassis. b Insert the back edge of the door into the chassis, with the hinges over the hinge pins.
c Lower the door onto the hinges. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the door, check that both of the door hinges are properly seated onto the hinge pins. 2 To install an inlay: a If necessary, place the door on its hinges as described in step 1. b Close the door. c On the outside of the door: CAUTION: To avoid damaging the inlay, do not hold or pull out the inlay more than 2.54 cm (1 inch) away from the door.
d With the inlay near to the door, check that the snap studs (F) on the inlay align with the holes (G) in the door; adjust the inlay position up or down as needed. e Slowly press the inlay from top to bottom just to the left of the edge of the inlay (H) to engage the first column of snap studs. J H f Move toward the middle of the inlay, and press the inlay from top to bottom again, to engage the second column of snap studs (I).
3 To close the door, check that the internal covers are in place (see “Replacing the internal covers” on page 13), and then swing the door toward the front of the chassis until the latch locks. 4 See “After closing the computer” on page 3. Removing the internal covers Complete the following steps to access the components inside the chassis by removing the internal covers (PCI door, thermal divider, and power supply baffle): 1 Open the access door.
3 Remove the thermal divider (L) by pulling it straight out of the chassis. L 4 Remove the power supply baffle by pulling the baffle (M) straight out of the chassis.
Replacing the internal covers 1 Replace the power supply baffle by positioning the baffle onto the guide rails (M1), and then sliding the baffle straight into the chassis. L1 M1 2 Replace the thermal divider by positioning the divider onto the guide rails (L1), and then sliding the divider straight into the chassis. 3 Replace the PCI door: a Hold the door perpendicular (at 90 degrees) to the chassis, with the hinges over the hinge pins, and then lower the door onto the pins.
Accessing the chassis through the right side Complete the following steps to access the right side of the chassis to replace the inlay or the SATA backplane. You must remove the inlay to access the SATA backplane. CAUTION: To avoid damage, when you remove the inlay, protect the inlay by placing it onto a smooth surface covered by a soft cloth. 1 Loosen the inlay screw (N) from the inside of the chassis. NOTE: The inlay screw (N) is a captive screw. Do not remove it from the chassis.
2 On the right side of the chassis, do the following: CAUTION: To avoid damaging the inlay, do not pull out the inlay more than 2.54 cm (1 inch) away from the panel. a Slowly pull out the square-cornered edge of the inlay (O, near the rear of the chassis) to free the three snaps along the right side of the inlay. b Continue to slowly pull out the edge of the inlay to free the two columns of three snaps located on each side of the middle of the inlay.
3 To open the right access panel: a Remove the three screws (P) that secure the panel. P b 16 Swing open the panel.
The access panel opens until it is about 85 degrees to the chassis. Do not force the panel to open more than 85 degrees. CAUTION: To avoid damage, do not open the panel more than 85 degrees. WARNING: Beware of sharp edges inside the chassis.
c If necessary, lift the panel off the hinges. Replacing the right side access Complete the following steps to replace the panel and the inlay on the right side of the chassis. If you remove the inlay only, skip to step 4. 1 To place the panel on its hinges: CAUTION: To avoid damage, do not open the access panel more than 85 degrees. a Position the panel at 85 degrees to the chassis. b Insert the back edge of the panel into the chassis with the hinges over the hinge pins.
3 Insert three screws (P) to secure the panel.
4 To install an inlay: a To vertically position the inlay with the panel, align the top row of snap studs (Q) on the inlay with the top row of holes (R) in the panel. b Lower the inlay onto the panel just to the right of the slots (T), while maintaining the vertical position. c Slide the inlay toward the front of the chassis inserting the three tabs (S) on the inlay into the slots (T) in the panel.
d With the inlay near to the panel, check that the snap studs (Q) on the inlay align with the holes (R) in the panel; adjust the inlay position up or down as needed. U V W e Slowly press the inlay from top to bottom just to the right of the edge of the inlay (U), to engage the first column of snap studs. f Move toward the middle of the inlay, and press the inlay from top to bottom again to engage the second column of snap studs (V).
Locating Components Inside the Computer A Add-in cards: PCI and PCI-E slots B Memory C Access door (left side) with inlay D 5.25-inch bay for an optional full-size optical disc drive or other 5.
Removing and Replacing Drives Your computer has several drives that you can replace or upgrade. See “Locating Components Inside the Computer” on page 22 for drive locations. The primary hard disk drive, as well as each of the optional hard disk drives, is a Serial ATA (advanced technology attachment) drive. The chassis has bays for up to four additional optional hard disk drives.
2 Use a gentle rocking motion to remove the data cable plug and the power cable plug from the back of the slim optical disc drives: (C) is the tab for the primary slim disc drive (on the right when facing the front of the chassis), and (B) is the tab for the optional slim disc drive (between the primary slim drive and the full-size drive when facing the front of the chassis), which may be a drive or a filler.
4 Push the full-size drive (or filler) partway out through the front of the chassis. 5 Remove the optional slim optical disc drive by pulling the drive tab (B) toward the inside of the chassis, and then rotating it toward you and out of the chassis.
6 Remove the primary slim optical disc drive by pulling the drive tab (C) toward the inside of the chassis, and then rotating it toward you and out of the chassis. C Removing a full-size optical disc drive 1 Prepare the computer to be opened, and then open the left access door. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1. 2 Remove the data cable plug and the power cable plug from the back of the optional full-size optical disc drive.
3 Release the drive by pulling out the optical drive latch (H). H 4 Remove the drive by pushing it out through the front of the chassis.
Adding or replacing an optical drive Complete the steps for either the slim optical disc drive or the full-size drive. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the slim optical disc drive is in an adapter. Get your replacement slim drive assembly (drive in the adapter) from HP. Adding or replacing a slim optical disc drive 1 If necessary, remove the existing drive or filler. See “Removing an optical drive” on page 23.
C F1 F2 A B E C D F1 F2 B A Light bar at the top of the slim optical disc drive assembly B Tab on the primary or the optional slim optical disc drive C Alignment knobs D Power connector (pins) E Data connector (pins) F Slots for slim optical disc drives: (F1) is primary drive slot, (F2) is optional drive slot C B Upgrading and Servicing Guide 29
3 From the front, push the full-size drive (or the filler) all the way into the chassis. 4 Secure the drives by pushing in the optical drive latch (H). H 5 Connect the data cable plug and the power cable plug to the connectors on the back of the slim optical disk drives. 6 Close the access door and the computer. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1.
Adding or replacing a full-size optical disc drive 1 Remove the rails from the full-size drive filler, or the existing drive, and install the rails on the replacement drive. Complete the following steps: a Position the filler or the existing drive with the top of the unit (A) facing up. C B A D b Remove the two screws and the rail (B) on the left side of the unit. c Position the replacement drive with the top of the drive (the disc tray) facing up.
2 Hold the drive with the top facing toward the right. Specifically, the disc tray (E) faces toward the right. Slowly insert the drive into the chassis through the front. If the drive starts to bind or becomes stuck, stop inserting it. Remove the drive and check that the rails are correctly installed and that the top of the drive is facing toward the right. E 3 Secure the drive by pushing in the optical drive latch (H).
4 Connect the data cable plug and the power cable plug into the connectors of the replacement full-size optical disc drive. If you are adding a drive, route the cables and connect them at the motherboard and the power supply. 5 Close the access door and the computer. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1. Removing the hard disk drive 1 Prepare the computer to be opened, and then open the left access door. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1.
Adding or replacing a hard disk drive 1 If necessary, remove the existing drive. See “Removing the hard disk drive” on page 33. 2 Tip the left side of the drive into the drawer, and insert the pins (B) into the drive. If necessary, adjust the position of the pins on the left side (A) to match the drive. B A 3 Pull out the flexible right side of the drawer (C), and lower the drive into the drawer, inserting the pins (E) on the right side into the drive (D).
4 With the handle (G) released (up), align the drawer with the chassis slot, slide the drawer into the chassis, and then press the face of the drawer (F) to fully seat it into the power and SATA data connectors at the back. F H G F CAUTION: The computer may not recognize the drive if the drawer is not fully seated. 5 Press the handle (G) down to lock the latch (H). 6 Close the access door and the computer. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1.
To determine which type and speed of memory module your computer uses, and for specific memory module information and specifications, go to the Web site listed in your Limited Warranty and Support Guide, and click the Support link. WARNING: Using the wrong type of memory module could damage the computer. Removing a memory module 1 Prepare the computer to be opened, open the left access door, open and remove the PCI door, and remove the thermal divider. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1.
4 Push down the retaining clip on each end of the memory socket until the memory module pops out of the socket. WARNING: Do not pull the memory module out of the memory socket. Use the retaining clips to remove the module. 5 Lift the memory module out of the memory socket. Installing a memory module Upgrade the memory in your computer with memory modules of the same type and speed as the memory modules originally installed in your computer.
2 Press the module into place, and ensure that the retaining clips close by pressing them toward the module. 3 If necessary, replace the card you removed from the top add-in card slot. See “Removing and Installing an Add-in Card” on page 39. 4 Replace the thermal divider, replace and close the PCI door, close the left access door and the computer. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1.
Removing and Installing an Add-in Card An add-in card is a circuit board, such as a PCI or a PCI-E card, that fits into a computer add-in card slot. Your computer contains several add-in card slots that can be used to add components to your computer. The computer component configurations vary by model; refer to the documentation that came with the computer. IMPORTANT: Removal and installation of liquid-cooled graphics cards is not documented here.
4 Inside the chassis, press the latch (B) to release the add-in card you want to remove. The following figure shows a depressed latch (C). D D C D B CAUTION: Your computer may have a latch similar to (D) on the add-in connector. Pull up the latch (D) to release the card from the connector when removing the card. 5 If you are adding an add-in card, remove the slot cover.
IMPORTANT: Use only a slot cover that came with your computer. 7 If you are not replacing the old add-in card, insert the metal slot cover into the open slot. From the outside of the chassis, press the slot latch (E) to lock the slot cover in place. (See the Warning that follows.) The following figure shows a locked slot latch at (F). E F WARNING: Do not force the slot latch to close. Check inside the chassis that the end of the slot cover or card (G) fits against and around the alignment pin (H).
Installing an add-in card 1 If necessary, remove the add-in card slot cover or the existing add-in card. See “Removing an add-in card” on page 39. 2 Locate the card slot on the motherboard inside the chassis. In the following figure, (A) is a PCI-E (Express) x 16 connector, and (B) is a PCI connector. Your computer may vary. A A B A B 3 Inside the chassis, position the add-in card over the add-in card connector.
5 From the outside of the chassis, press the slot latch (E) to lock the card in place. (See the Warning that follows.) The following figure shows a locked slot latch at (F). E F WARNING: Do not force the slot latch to close. Check inside the chassis that the card (G) fits against and around the alignment pin (H). Do not close the latch unless the card is properly seated. H G 6 Connect cables to the card as needed. IMPORTANT: Some graphics cards require two power cable plugs.
When connecting to the power supply, match the power supply connector color to the plug, and check the power supply label for connector usage. Your power supply may vary from the figure. For more power supply information, see “Removing and Replacing the Power Supply” on page 45.
Removing and Replacing the Power Supply Removing the power supply 1 Prepare the computer to be opened, and then open the left access door, open and remove the PCI door, remove the thermal divider, and remove the power supply baffle. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1. WARNING: Remove the power cord from the computer. Failure to do so before removing the power supply can result in personal injury or equipment damage.
3 On the back of the chassis, loosen the four screws (B) that secure the power supply assembly in the chassis. C B B C B B C C 4 From inside the chassis, push out the power supply assembly through the back of the chassis. 5 Remove the four screws (C) that secure the power supply bracket to the power supply, and then remove the bracket.
Replacing the power supply 1 Align the four (inner) screw holes in the power supply bracket (C) with the screw holes on the face of the power supply. 2 Insert four screws (C) to secure the bracket to the power supply. C B B C B B C C 3 From the back of the chassis, insert the power supply assembly into the opening (D). D 4 Tighten the four screws (B) in the bracket to secure the power supply assembly in the chassis.
5 Inside the chassis, connect the plugs previously removed from the power supply. Match the power supply connector color to the plug, and check the power supply label for connector usage. WARNING: If you disconnect the power connector for the liquid cooling system, ensure that it is reconnected prior to connecting power and turning on the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the cooling system and to the computer. IMPORTANT: Some graphics cards require two power cable plugs.
J 12V2 (CPU), turquoise connector K 12V5 (PCI-E), blue connector 6 Replace the power supply baffle and the thermal divider, replace and close the PCI door, close the left access door and close the computer. See “Opening and Closing the Computer” on page 1. Removing and Replacing the SATA Backplane The replacement instructions include setting the LED switch on the SATA backplane.
4 Locate the SATA backplane (B) on the right side of the chassis.
5 Carefully cut the five tie-wraps (C) securing the five SATA data cables. Do not damage the cables. Remove the tie wraps from the anchors. F F E C D5 G D4 C C D3 D2 G C D1 C 6 Label the five SATA data cable plugs (D1–D5), and then disconnect them. 7 Disconnect the plugs (F) at the top of the card. 8 Remove the six screws (G) that secure the card to the chassis, and then lift the card from the chassis.
Replacing the SATA backplane 1 Set the LED switch (E) settings on the replacement SATA backplane to match the switch settings on the old backplane. E 2 Align the replacement SATA backplane over the posts and screw holes, and place the card onto the chassis. Insert the six screws (G) that secure the card to the chassis.
3 Reconnect the plugs (F) at the top of the card. 4 Reconnect the five SATA data cable plugs (D1–D5). 5 Insert new tie-wraps (C) through the anchors and around the SATA data cables, and then tighten the tie-wraps to secure the cables. 6 On the left side of the computer inside the hard disk drive drawer bay, reconnect the the power plug (A) to the SATA backplane (B). A B 7 Replace all the hard disk drives or the drive drawers into the chassis. See “Adding or replacing a hard disk drive” on page 34.
Replacing the Battery A lithium battery on the motherboard provides backup power for the computer timekeeping capability. The battery has an estimated life expectancy of seven years. When the battery starts to weaken, the date and time may become incorrect. If the battery fails, replace it with a CR2032 lithium battery (3 volt, 220mAH rating) or an equivalent battery. WARNING: There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
