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HP Compaq dc7600 MT Hardware Reference Manual

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Hardware Reference Guide
HP Compaq Business PC
dc7600 Convertible Minitower
Document Part Number: 384568-001
May 2005
This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer
model.

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  • Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business PC dc7600 Convertible Minitower Document Part Number: 384568-001 May 2005 This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer model.
  • Page 2 Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Serial Number Location ..........1–6 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration ..... . . 1–7 Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration .
  • Page 4 Shipping Preparation ........... E–3 Index www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 5: Product Features

    Standard Configuration Features The HP Compaq Convertible Minitower computer can be easily converted to a desktop. Features may vary depending on the model. For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer, run the diagnostic utility (included on some computer models only).

  • Page 6: Front Panel Components

    Hard Drive Activity Light ✎ An optical drive is a CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, DVD+R/RW, or CD-RW/DVD Combo drive. 1–2 Optical Drive Eject Buttons Dual-State Power Button Power On Light USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports Headphone Connector Microphone Connector < www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 7: Rear Panel Components

    For information about Boot Order, refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD. Hardware Reference Guide l Parallel Connector c Monitor Connector Line-Out Connector for powered audio devices (green) Line-In Audio Connector (blue) Microphone Connector (pink) www.hp.com Product Features 1–3...

  • Page 8: Keyboard

    Used to open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows. Used in combination with other keys to perform other functions. Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on the application software you are using. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 9: Using The Windows Logo Key

    Locks the computer if you are connected to a network domain, or allows you to switch users if you are not connected to a network domain Launches the Run dialog box Launches the Utility Manager Activates the next Taskbar button www.hp.com Product Features 1–5...

  • Page 10: Serial Number Location

    Each computer has a unique serial number and a product ID number that are located on the top cover of the computer. Keep these numbers available for use when contacting customer service for assistance. Serial Number and Product ID Location 1–6 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 11: Changing From A Minitower To A Desktop Configuration

    Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, restart the computer 2. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and 3. Remove the computer access panel as described in the 4.
  • Page 12 Product Features 7. Before you reinstall each drive into the chassis, turn the drive so Installing a Drive in the Desktop Configuration 8. Gently slide the drive into the uppermost available bay until it Ä CAUTION: The bottom 5.25-inch drive bay has a shorter depth than the upper two bays.
  • Page 13 11. Reposition the bezel blanks within the subpanel in the proper 12. Reposition the subpanel (rotate it 90°) with the logo at the Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 13. Replace the front bezel and computer access panel.

  • Page 14: Changing From A Desktop To A Minitower Configuration

    5. Disconnect all power and data cables from the back of the drives 6. To release the drives from the 5.25-inch drive bay, press down Releasing the 5.25-inch Drives from the Drive Bays (Desktop) 1–10 and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock.
  • Page 15 3.5-inch drive. The bottom of the drive should be parallel to the yellow drivelock. snaps into place. When the drive is properly inserted, the drivelock will secure it. Repeat this step for each drive. drive bays. www.hp.com Product Features 1–11...
  • Page 16 11. Reposition the bezel blanks within the subpanel in the proper 12. Reposition the subpanel (rotate it 90°) with the logo at the Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 13. Replace the front bezel and computer access panel.

  • Page 17: Hardware Upgrades

    CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is always applied to the system board. You must disconnect the power cord from the power source before opening the computer to prevent system board damage. Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades Appendix D, “Electrostatic Discharge” www.hp.com 2–1...

  • Page 18: Smart Cover Lock

    ■ ■ ■ ■ ✎ The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from HP. Be prepared; order this key before you need one. To obtain a FailSafe Key: ■ ■ ■...
  • Page 19 To reattach the Smart Cover Lock, secure the lock in place with the tamper-proof screws. Hardware Reference Guide turn off any external devices. any external devices. tamper-proof screws that secure the Smart Cover Lock to the chassis. Access Panel.” www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades “Removing the Computer 2–3...

  • Page 20: Removing The Computer Access Panel

    Removing the Computer Access Panel 2–4 and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock. turn off any external devices. any external devices. about 2.5 cm (1 inch), then lift it up and off the unit 2. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 21: Replacing The Computer Access Panel

    3. If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup Hardware Reference Guide and slide the access panel forward until it locks into place. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–5...

  • Page 22: Removing The Front Bezel

    Removing the Front Bezel 2–6 and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock. turn off any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. away from the chassis to release it 2. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 23: Replacing The Front Bezel

    When replacing the front bezel, ensure that the bottom hinge points are properly placed in the chassis 1 and rotate the front bezel back into its original position 2. Replacing the Front Bezel Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–7...

  • Page 24: Removing Bezel Blanks

    Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that align it within the front bezel. Removing Bezel Blanks from the Subpanel (Desktop Shown) ✎ When replacing the subpanel, ensure that the aligning pins and any remaining bezel blanks are in their proper orientation.

  • Page 25: Installing Additional Memory

    CAS latency 4 (CL = 4) for DDR2/533 MHz contain the mandatory JEDEC SPD information 256Mbit, 512Mbit, and 1Gbit non-ECC memory technologies single-sided and double-sided DIMMS DIMMs constructed with x8 and x16 DDR devices; DIMMs constructed with x4 SDRAM are not supported www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–9...

  • Page 26: Populating Dimm Sockets

    DIMM in the system. For example, if the system is populated with a DIMM that is 400 MHz and a second DIMM that is 533 MHz, the system will run at the slower of the two speeds. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 27 DIMM Socket Locations Item Hardware Reference Guide Description DIMM socket XMM1, Channel A DIMM socket XMM2, Channel A DIMM socket XMM3, Channel B DIMM socket XMM4, Channel B www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades Socket Color Black White Black White 2–11...

  • Page 28: Installing Dimms

    WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before touching. 2–12 Discharge”. and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock. turn off any external devices. any external devices. www.hp.com Appendix D, Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 29 7. Push the module down into the socket, ensuring that the module Hardware Reference Guide memory module into the socket 2. is fully inserted and properly seated. Make sure the latches are in the closed position 3. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–13...
  • Page 30 10. If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup The computer should automatically recognize the additional memory the next time you turn on the computer. 2–14 to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 31: Installing Or Removing An Expansion Card

    You can install a PCI Express x1, x4, x8, or x16 expansion card in the PCI Express x16 expansion slot. Hardware Reference Guide Item Description PCI expansion slot PCI expansion slot PCI Express x1 expansion slot PCI Express x16 expansion slot www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–15...
  • Page 32 Computer Setup to unlock the lock. turn off any external devices. any external devices. and the corresponding expansion slot on the back of the computer chassis. and rotate the expansion card retention latch up. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 33 If you are installing an expansion card in a vacant socket, remove the appropriate expansion slot cover on the back of the chassis. Lift the expansion slot cover from the expansion slot. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–17...
  • Page 34 If you are removing a standard PCI card, hold the card at each end and carefully rock it back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket. Lift the card straight up to remove it. Be sure not to scrape the card against other components. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 35 Lift the card straight up to remove it. Be sure not to scrape the card against other components. expansion slot cover to close the open slot. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–19...
  • Page 36 “Aux” (located towards the edge of the system board in front of the PCI slots). to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 37: Drive Positions

    CD for instructions about using Computer Setup. Three 5.25-inch, half-height bays for optional drives (an optional hard drive mounting bracket for these drive bays is available from HP) One standard 3.5-inch, one-third height bay (1.44-MB diskette drive shown)* Two internal 3.5-inch, one-third height bays for hard drives www.hp.com...

  • Page 38: Installing Additional Drives

    SATA 0. Connect a second SATA hard drive to the secondary SATA controller labeled P61 SATA 1. Connect a third SATA drive to P62 SATA 2 and a fourth SATA drive to P63 SATA 3. HP does not support connecting both SATA and 3.5-inch PATA hard drives on the same system.
  • Page 39 If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble-pack mailer or other protective packaging and label the package “Fragile: Handle With Care.” www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades Appendix D, 2–23...

  • Page 40: Installing An Optical Or Other Removable Storage Device

    Optical and diskette drives use M3 metric guide screws. Eight extra metric guide screws are provided on the diskette drive bracket under the access panel. The HP-supplied metric screws are black. 2–24 and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock.
  • Page 41 Installing a 5.25-Inch Drive on a Minitower (top) and Desktop (bottom) 5. Install the drive in the desired drive bay by sliding it into the front Ä CAUTION: The bottom 5.25-inch drive bay has a shorter depth than the upper two bays. The bottom bay supports a drive that is no more than 17 cm (6.7 inches) in depth, including the cables that attach to the back of...
  • Page 42 See the “Removing Bezel Blanks” information. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD for instructions about using Computer Setup. www.hp.com section for more Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 43: Installing A Sata Hard Drive Into A 3.5-Inch Drive Bay

    ✎ HP does not support connecting both SATA and 3.5-inch PATA hard drives on the same system. To install a hard drive in a 3.5-inch drive bay: 1.
  • Page 44 CAUTION: Make sure the guide screws line up with the guide slots in the drive cage. The use of unnecessary force when installing any drive into the drive bay may result in damage to the drive. 2–28 automatically secures the drive in the bay. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 45 9. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. Refer to the Computer Hardware Reference Guide system board connector. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD for instructions about using Computer Setup. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–29...

  • Page 46: Removing A Drive From The Drive Bay

    2–30 and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock. turn off any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and remove the computer access panel. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 47 Hardware Upgrades 5. Remove the drive from the drive bay as follows: ❏ To remove an optical drive in the desktop configuration, press down on the yellow drivelock mechanism 1 and slide the drive from the drive bay 2. Removing an Optical Drive in the Desktop Configuration Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com...
  • Page 48 2–32 ❏ To remove a diskette drive or an optical drive in the minitower configuration, pull up on the green drivelock mechanism 1 for that specific drive and slide the drive from the drive bay 2. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 49 To remove a hard drive, pull up on the green hard drive drivelock mechanism 1 for that drive and slide the drive from the drive bay 2. Removing a Hard Drive 6. Store the removed drive in anti-static packaging. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–33...

  • Page 50: Specifications

    HP Compaq Convertible Minitower Desktop Dimensions Height Width Depth (depth will increase if the computer is equipped with a port security bracket) Tower Dimensions Height Width Depth (depth will increase if the computer is equipped with a port security bracket)
  • Page 51 Specifications HP Compaq Convertible Minitower (Continued) Heat Dissipation Maximum Typical (idle) Power Supply Operating Voltage Range* Rated Voltage Range Rated Line Frequency Power Output Rated Input Current (maximum)* *This system utilizes an active power factor corrected power supply. This allows the system to pass the CE mark requirements for use in the countries of the European Union.

  • Page 52: Battery Replacement

    Do not attempt to recharge the battery. Do not expose to temperatures higher than 60°C (140ºF). Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water. Replace the battery only with the HP spare designated for this product. www.hp.com B–1...
  • Page 53 Lift the battery out of its holder. b. Slide the replacement battery into position, positive side up. The battery holder automatically secures the battery in the proper position. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 54 To insert the new battery, slide one edge of the replacement battery under the holder’s lip with the positive side up. Push the other edge down until the clamp snaps over the other edge of the battery 2. www.hp.com Battery Replacement B–3...
  • Page 55 Insert the new battery and position the clip back into place. setups, using Computer Setup. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 56: C Security Lock Provisions

    ✎ For information on data security features, refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide and the Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD and the HP ProtectTools Security Manager Guide (some models) at Installing a Security Lock The security locks displayed below and on the following pages can be used to secure the Convertible Minitower computer.

  • Page 57: Padlock

    Security Lock Provisions Padlock Installing a Padlock C–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 58: Universal Chassis Clamp Lock

    Security Lock Provisions Universal Chassis Clamp Lock Without Security Cable 1. Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com C–3...
  • Page 59 2. Screw the lock to the chassis using the screw provided. 3. Insert the plug into the lock 1 and push the button in 2 to engage C–4 the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 60: With Security Cable

    With Security Cable 1. Fasten the security cable by looping it around a stationary object. 2. Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Security Lock Provisions C–5...
  • Page 61 3. Screw the lock to the chassis using the screw provided. 4. Insert the plug end of the security cable into the lock 1 and push C–6 the button in 2 to engage the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 62: D Electrostatic Discharge

    Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm +/- 10 percent resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the skin. www.hp.com D–1...
  • Page 63 If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ✎ For more information on static electricity, contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. D–2 Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations.

  • Page 64: Computer Operating Guidelines And Routine Care

    Never restrict the airflow into the computer by blocking any vents or air intakes. Do not place the keyboard, with the keyboard feet down, directly against the front of the desktop unit as this also restricts airflow. Never operate the computer with the cover or side panel removed.

  • Page 65: Optical Drive Precautions

    ■ ■ Safety If any object or liquid falls into the drive, immediately unplug the computer and have it checked by an authorized HP service provider. E–2 Turn off the computer before you do either of the following: ❏ Wipe the exterior of the computer with a soft, damp cloth as needed.

  • Page 66: Shipping Preparation

    Do not use a diskette on which you have stored or plan to store data. the computer. their power sources, then from the computer. packing boxes or similar packaging with sufficient packing material to protect them. in this guide. www.hp.com Appendix A, E–3...
  • Page 67 1–2 keyboard 1–4 rear panel 1–3 computer access panel 2–4 changing from desktop to minitower 1–10 changing from minitower to desktop 1–7 features 1–1 operating guidelines E–1 preventing electrostatic damage D–1 restore software 2–30 security locks 2–2 C–1...
  • Page 68 E–2 Parallel ATA devices 2–22 parallel connector 1–3 PCI card See expansion card power button 1–2 cord connector 1–3 indicator light 1–2 power supply A–2 product ID location 1–6 rear panel components 1–3 www.hp.com 2–13 1–3 Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 69 Smart Cover Lock and FailSafe Key 2–2 specifications computer A–1 memory 2–9 status lights 1–2 1–4 unlocking access panel 2–2 USB ports front panel 1–2 rear panel 1–3 ventilation guidelines E–1 Windows Logo key functions 1–5 locations 1–4 www.hp.com Index C–1 Index–3...

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