Copyright © 2011 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Part Number: 655123-003 Version: 1.
Upgrading and Servicing Guide 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 and Replacing Memory on page 15 ● Removing and Replacing an Add-in Card on page 19 ● Removing and Replacing a Power Supply on page 24 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. 8. Open the front bezel. 9. Remove the bezel from the computer. Pull the side panel away from the computer. 10. Locate hard disk drive in the computer. 7. Release the three tabs on the front bezel by lifting them away from the computer. Features may vary by model.
11. Lay the computer on a flat surface. 12. Remove the two screws that secure the hard disk drive cage to the computer. 14. Grasp the hard drive cage and slide the cage toward the CD/DVD drive, and then lift the cage out of the computer. 15. 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. 13. Using a screwdriver, push the lever marked “1” on the base on the right side of the hard disk drive cage by the motherboard.
16. The cage may contain one or two hard disk drives. Each drive has two screws on each side of the cage. 18. Slide the hard disk drive out of the cage. 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. 17.
6 2. Align the screw holes on the hard disk drive with the screw holes on the cage. 5. Set the hard drive cage down into the bay, aligning the tabs on the bottom of the cage with the tabs on the chassis. 3. Replace the four screws, two on each side of the cage, to secure the hard disk drive in the cage. 6. Press down and slide the cage to lock it in place. 4. Reattach the cables to the end of the hard disk drive. 7. Insert the two screws to secure the cage to the computer.
8. Place the computer in an upright position. 9. Reattach the front bezel by inserting the three tabs into the slots on the computer. 10. Close the bezel door until it locks in place. 11. Install the side panel on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. 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. 12.
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.com/support).
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 on the back panel that secures the panel to the computer. Computer features may vary by model.
5. 6. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer. 8. Open the front bezel. 9. Remove the bezel from the computer. Pull the side panel away from the computer. 10. Locate the CD/DVD drives on the computer. 7. 10 Release the three tabs on the front bezel by lifting them away from the computer. Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model.
11. To unlock the CD/DVD drive, pull “Lever A” slightly out and to the left, and then release the lever in the center position. Numbers “1” and “2” will both be exposed. If you have more than one CD/DVD drive to remove, repeat this step. However, instead of moving “Lever A”, move “Lever B.” 13. Disconnect the two cables from the back of the CD/DVD drive. The cables may have a latch that is pressed to release the cable. 14. Pull the CD/DVD drive out from the front of the computer. 12.
Installing a CD/DVD drive 3. Slide the CD/DVD drive back all the way into the slot. 4. To lock the CD/DVD drive into 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. 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. 2.
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. 8. 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. 9. 7. Install the side panel on the side of the computer, and then slide it toward the front of the computer. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer.
10. Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. 11. Press the power button to turn on the computer. Printed in: 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model.
Upgrading and Replacing Memory Computer features may vary by model. The memory performance may vary due to different system configurations. 10 – 15 minutes Before you begin Memory Compatibility Verify that the memory installed is compatible with this computer. SO-DIMMs are small outline dual inline memory modules. They are smaller and thinner than most other DIMMs, so that they take less space in the case.
4. 5. 6. 16 Using a flathead or Torx screwdriver, loosen the screw on the back panel that secures the panel to the computer. 7. Lay the computer on a flat surface. 8. Locate the memory in the computer. 9. To release the memory card, press outwards on the retaining clips on the left and right sides of the memory card. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer. Pull the side panel away from the computer. Upgrading and Servicing Guide Features may vary by model.
10. Holding the memory card by the edges, gently remove it from the slot. 2. Holding the memory card by the edges, press the card into the socket. Make sure the memory card is pressed completely into the socket, and then gently push down on the card until the retaining clips snap into place. 3. If you are replacing more than one memory card, repeat step 2 for the second memory card. 4. Place the computer in an upright position. 5.
6. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer. Troubleshooting If the computer displays a memory error after you have turned it back on: 7. Plug the power cord and any additional cables into the back of the computer. 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.
Removing and Replacing an Add-in Card Removing the add-in card 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.
5. 6. 7. 20 Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer. 8. Locate the add-in cards on the computer. 9. On the back of the computer, remove the screw holding the add-in card bracket in place. Pull the side panel away from the computer. Lay the computer on a flat surface. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 10. Remove the bracket from the back of the computer. Features may vary by model.
11. To make it easier to access the add-in cards, disconnect the auxiliary power cable from the motherboard. 12. If the add-in card is in the large slot (graphics card), press the latch to release the card. 13. If the add-in card is in one of the smaller slots (TV tuner card), gently lift the card out to remove it. If there are connectors attached to the card, remove them. 14. If there are additional add-in cards to be removed, repeat step 13 for each card.
2. 3. 22 Insert the add-in card into the slot on the motherboard, making sure it is firmly seated in place. Reconnect the auxiliary power cable to the motherboard. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 4. To secure the add-in card in place, install the bracket on the back of the computer. 5. Replace the screw that secures the bracket to the computer. 6. Place the computer in an upright position. Features may vary by model.
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. Printed in: Features may vary by model.
Removing and Replacing a Power Supply 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. 15 - 20 minutes Before you begin Observe the following requirements before removing and replacing the power supply. WARNING! Never open the cover with the power applied.
5. 6. Slide the side panel toward the back of the computer. 8. NOTE: Before removing the power supply carefully note its orientation in the computer. The replacement power supply will need to be placed in the same position. Pull the side panel away from the computer. 9. 7. Locate the power supply in the computer. Press the latch on the power supply connector to disconnect it from the motherboard. This connector is located between the processor and the chassis fan.
10. Press the latch on the power supply connector close to the hard disk drive to disconnect it from the motherboard. 12. Disconnect the power cable from the hard disk drive. The cable may have a latch that is pressed to remove the cable. 11. Disconnect the power cable from the CD/DVD drive. The cable may have a latch that is pressed to remove the cable. 13. Remove the four screws that secure the power supply, from the back of the computer. 14.
15. Move the power supply toward the front of the computer, and then tilt it out of the computer. 3. Install the four screws that secure the power supply to the computer. Replacing a power supply 4. Insert the power supply connector into the motherboard until it locks into place. Make sure the cable does not interfere with the processor fan.
5. Reattach the power supply connector, that is close to the hard disk drive, into the motherboard. Make sure the cable does not interfere with the processor fan. 6. Reattach the power cable to the CD/DVD drive. Make sure the cable does not interfere with the processor fan. 7. Reattach the power cable to the hard disk drive. Make sure the cable does not interfere with the processor fan. 8. Place the computer in an upright position. 9.
10. Tighten the screw, securing the side panel to the back of the computer. Printed in: 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.
