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Upgrading and Servicing Guide HP Elite 7300 MT HP Pavilion HPE h8-1000 Series PC Computer features may vary by model. ● Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive on page 2 ● Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive on page 9 ● Upgrading or Replacing Memory on page 14 ● Upgrading or Replacing an Add-in Card on page 18 Features may vary by model.
Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Removing the hard disk drive 1. Remove any media or storage devices such as CDs, DVDs, and USB. 2. Close all programs, and then shut down your operating system. 3. Unplug the computer by disconnecting the power cord and all attached cables from the back of the computer. 4. Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, loosen the screw on the back panel that secures the panel to the computer. Computer features may vary by model.
. 6. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer, and then pull the side panel away from the computer. 7. Open the front bezel, and then remove it from the computer. The inside of the computer is exposed. 8. Lay the computer on a flat surface. 9. Remove the two screws holding the retaining bar in place. Lift the three tabs on the front bezel to release it. Features may vary by model.
10. Lift the retaining bar at the front of the computer (1), and then remove it from the back of the computer (2). 12. Using a screwdriver, push the lever marked “1” on the base of the right side of the hard drive cage by the motherboard. 11. Remove the three screws that attach the hard disk drive cage to the computer. 13. Grasp the hard drive cage and slide the cage toward the CD/DVD drive (1), and then lift the cage out of the computer (2).
14. Disconnect the two cables from the end of the hard disk drive. The cables may have a latch that is pressed to release the cable. NOTE: Keep the four screws available as they will be used in the new hard drive. Installing a new hard disk drive NOTE: The replacement part may look different than the original part because of manufacturer or model differences; however, the replacement part meets or exceeds the specifications of the original part. 1.
6 3. Reattach the cables to the bottom end of the hard disk drive. 4. Set the hard drive cage down into the bay, aligning the tabs on the bottom of the cage with the slots on the chassis. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 5. Once the cage is set on the slots (1), press down and slide the cage toward the bottom of the computer until it stops (2), ensuring that the three screw holes are aligned. 6. Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, secure the hard disk drive cage in place.
7. Insert the retaining bar in the back of the computer (1), and then align the screw holes at the front of the computer (2). 10. Insert the three tabs on the bezel door into the slots on the computer, and then close the bezel door until it locks in place. 8. Insert the two screws, securing the retaining bar in place. 11. Install the side panel on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. 9. Place the computer in an upright position. Features may vary by model.
12. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer. 13. Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. 14. Press the power button to turn on the computer. NOTE: If your hard disk drive was shipped without an operating system installed, you will need to reinstall it using the system recovery discs. To install the operating system, refer to the instructions included with your system recovery discs, or available from the HP support site (www.hp.
Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive Removing the CD/DVD drive 1. Remove any media or storage devices such as CDs, DVDs, and USB. 2. Close all programs, and then shut down your operating system. 3. Unplug the computer by disconnecting the power cord and all attached cables from the back of the computer. 4. Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, loosen the screw at the back of the computer that secures the side panel to the computer. Computer features may vary by model.
5. 6. 10 Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer, and then pull the side panel away from the computer. 7. Open the front bezel, and then remove it from the computer. The inside of the computer is exposed. 8. To unlock the CD/DVD drive, pull “Lever A” slightly out and release the lever in the center position. Numbers “1” and “2” will both be exposed. Lift the three tabs on the front bezel to release it.
9. Remove the cables from the back of the CD/ DVD drive. The cables may have a latch that is pressed to release the cable. Installing a new CD/DVD drive NOTE: The replacement part may look different than the original part because of manufacturer or model differences; however, the replacement part meets or exceeds the specifications of the original part. 1. Locate where the CD/DVD drive is to be inserted. 2. Insert the new CD/DVD drive into the slot. 10. Push the CD/DVD drive from behind. 11.
3. Slide the CD/DVD drive all the way into the slot. 4. To lock the CD/DVD drive in place, move “Lever A” to the number “2” position. Slide the CD/ DVD drive out slightly until “Lever A” latches into position to secure the drive. 5. Connect the cables to the back of the CD/DVD drive. 6. Reattach the front bezel by inserting the three tabs into the slots on the computer, and then close the bezel door until it locks in place. If you have more than one CD/DVD drive to install, repeat this step.
7. 8. Install the side panel on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. 9. NOTE: Make sure the panel is flush with the computer. Failure to do so might cause the panel to bend slightly outward and not close securely. 10. Press the power button to turn on the computer. Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer. Features may vary by model.
Upgrading or Replacing Memory Computer features may vary by model. 10 – 15 minutes most other DIMMs, so that they take less space in the case. SO-DIMM modules must meet the following requirements: ● 204-pin DDR3-DIMM ● PC3-10600 (1333 MHz) DDR3-SDRAM ● Unbuffered, non-ECC (64-bit) DIMMs ● 1.5 V memory only ● 16.0 GB maximum installable memory using 4GB Modules. Actual available memory that can be used in Windows will be less.
4. 5. Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, loosen the screw at the back of the computer that secures the side panel to the computer. 6. Lay the computer on a flat surface. 7. Locate the memory inside the computer. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer, and then pull the side panel away from the computer. 8. To release the memory card, press outwards on the retaining clips on the left and right sides of the top memory card (1).
Installing a new memory card 5. NOTE: The replacement part may look different than the original part because of manufacturer or model differences; however, the replacement part meets or exceeds the specifications of the original part. 1. Install the side panel on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. Orient the new memory card so that the notch in the memory card aligns with the tab in the socket. NOTE: Make sure the panel is flush with the computer.
7. Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. Troubleshooting If the computer displays a memory error after you have turned it back on: 8. 1. Turn the computer off and unplug the power cord. 2. Open up the memory compartment and make sure the memory card is firmly seated. 3. To install the memory card correctly, make sure it is inserted all the way into the compartment and then push down on it to snap it into place. Press the power button to turn on the computer.
Upgrading or Replacing an Add-in Card Removing the add-in card 1. Remove any media or storage devices such as CDs, DVDs, and USB. Computer features may vary by model. 2. Close all programs, and then shut down your operating system. 3. Unplug the computer by disconnecting the power cord and all attached cables from the back of the computer. 4. Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, loosen the screw at the back of the computer that secures the side panel to the computer.
5. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer, and then pull the side panel away from the computer. The inside of the computer is exposed. 6. Lay the computer on a flat surface. 7. Remove the two screws holding the retaining bar in place. Features may vary by model. 8. Lift the retaining bar at the front of the computer (1), and then remove it from the back of the computer (2). 9. On the back of the computer, locate the screw holding the bracket in place. 10.
11. Remove the bracket from the back of the computer. 12. To make it easier to access the add-in cards, disconnect the auxiliary power cable from the motherboard. 13. If the add-in card is in the large slot, press the latch to release the card. Carefully lift the add-in card out by the edges. 14. If the add-in card is in one of the smaller slots, gently lift the card out to remove it. If there are connectors attached to the card, remove them. 15.
2. Insert the add-in card into the slot on the motherboard, making sure it is firmly seated in place. 3. If the auxiliary power cable was removed, reconnect it to the motherboard. Installing a new add-in card NOTE: The replacement part may look different than the original part because of manufacturer or model differences; however, the replacement part meets or exceeds the specifications of the original part. 1. Locate where the card will be seated inside the computer. Features may vary by model.
4. To secure the add-in card in place, replace the bracket at the back of the computer. 7. Insert the two screws, securing the retaining bar in place. 5. Reattach the screw holding the bracket in place. 8. Place the computer in an upright position. 9. Install the side panel on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. 6. 22 Insert the retaining bar in the back of the computer (1), and then align the screw holes at the front of the computer (2).
10. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer. 11. Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. 12. Press the power button to turn on the computer. Features may vary by model.
