HP Compaq dx2450 MT Reference Manual
HP Compaq dx2450 MT Reference Manual

HP Compaq dx2450 MT Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 Service Reference Guide HP Compaq dx2450 Business PC...
  • Page 2 Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Status Tab ... 11 Log Tab ... 12 Help Tab ... 12 Saving and Printing Information in HP Insight Diagnostics ... 13 Downloading the Latest Version of HP Insight Diagnostics ... 13 Protecting the Software ... 13 HP Backup and Recovery Manager ... 14 4 Serial and Parallel ATA Drive Guidelines and Features SATA Hard Drives ...
  • Page 4 Preparation for Disassembly ... 27 External Security Devices ... 28 Cable Lock ... 28 Padlock ... 28 HP Business PC Security Lock ... 29 Computer Access Panel ... 31 Front Bezel ... 32 Removing Bezel Blanks ... 33 Cable Management ... 34 Cable Connections ...
  • Page 5 Speaker ... 62 Rear Chassis Fan ... 63 Power Supply ... 64 System Board ... 65 Battery ... 66 Type 1 Battery Holder ... 67 Type 2 Battery Holder ... 67 Type 3 Battery Holder ... 68 Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments Keyboard ...
  • Page 6 Appendix D System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators ... 92 Appendix E Specifications Index ... 100...
  • Page 7: Installing And Customizing The Software

    If the computer was shipped with Windows Vista loaded, you will be prompted to register the computer with HP Total Care before installing the operating system. You will see a brief movie followed by an online registration form. Fill out the form, click the Begin button, and follow the instructions on the screen.
  • Page 8: Hp Backup And Recovery Manager

    Manager Manual. NOTE: You can order a Recovery Disc Set from HP by calling the HP support center. Go to the following Web site, select your region, and click the Technical support after you buy link under the Call HP heading to obtain the support center telephone number for your region.
  • Page 9: Computer Setup (F10) Utility

    Computer Setup (F10) Utility Computer Setup (F10) Utilities Use Computer Setup (F10) Utility to do the following: ● Change factory default settings. ● Set the system date and time. ● Set, view, change, or verify the system configuration, including settings for graphics, audio, storage, communications, and input devices.
  • Page 10: Computer Setup-Main

    ● Boot ● Exit Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate heading, then press Enter. Use the arrow (up and down) keys to select the option you want, then press Enter. To return to the previous screen, press Esc. CAUTION: Do NOT turn the computer power OFF while the ROM is saving the Computer Setup (F10) changes because the CMOS could become corrupted.
  • Page 11: Computer Setup-Advanced

    Computer Setup—Advanced NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration. WARNING! Setting items on this menu to incorrect values may cause your system to malfunction. Table 2-2 Computer Setup—Advanced Option CPU Type CPU Speed Cache RAM (L2) Cache RAM (L3) Primary Video Adapter Allows you to select the boot display device when more than 2 video options are offered by the...
  • Page 12: Computer Setup-Power

    Table 2-2 Computer Setup—Advanced (continued) Onboard LAN Boot SATA Controller Onboard Audio Internal Speaker Supervisor Password User Password Computer Setup—Power NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration. Table 2-3 Computer Setup—Power Option After AC Power Failure Allows you to select system restart behavior after power loss: Chapter 2 Computer Setup (F10) Utility Allows you to disable/enable the boot ROM of the onboard LAN chip.
  • Page 13: Computer Setup-Boot

    Computer Setup—Boot NOTE: Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary depending on the hardware configuration. Table 2-4 Computer Setup—Boot Option Boot-time Diagnostic Screen 1st Boot Device 2nd Boot Device 3rd Boot Device 4th Boot Device Floppy Group Boot Priority CD-ROM Group Boot Priority Hard Drive Group Boot...
  • Page 14: Recovering The Configuration Settings

    Recovering the Configuration Settings To reset all BIOS Setup options to their default values (including options for ctrl+F10), you must enter F10 Setup mode and press F5. This does not include updates to system date, system time, supervisor password, user password, and CPU frequency multiplier.
  • Page 15: Computer Diagnostic Features

    Third party devices may not be detected by HP Insight Diagnostics. Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics To access HP Insight Diagnostics, you must create a Recovery Disc Set then boot to the CD containing the utility. It can also be downloaded from http://www.hp.com. See...
  • Page 16: Survey Tab

    It is recommended that you accept the assigned default keyboard for your language unless you want to test your specific keyboard. In the End User License Agreement page, click Agree if you agree with the terms. The HP Insight Diagnostics utility launches with the Survey tab displayed.
  • Page 17: Test Tab

    Custom) is also displayed. The main progress bar displays the percent complete of the current set of tests. While testing is in progress, a Cancel Testing button is displayed for use if you want to cancel the test. HP Insight Diagnostics...
  • Page 18: Log Tab

    The Clear Error Log button will clear the contents of the Error Log. Help Tab On the Help tab contains an HP Insight Diagnostics tab, an Error Codes tab, and a Test Components tab. The HP Insight Diagnostics tab contains help topics and includes search and index features.
  • Page 19: Saving And Printing Information In Hp Insight Diagnostics

    You can save the information displayed in the HP Insight Diagnostics Survey and Log tabs to a diskette or a USB 2.0 HP Drive Key (64MB or higher). You can not save to the hard drive. The system will automatically create an html file that has the same appearance as the information displayed on the screen.
  • Page 20: Hp Backup And Recovery Manager

    Manager Manual. NOTE: You can order a Recovery Disc Set from HP by calling the HP support center. Go to the following Web site, select your region, and click the Technical support after you buy link under the Call HP heading to obtain the support center telephone number for your region.
  • Page 21: Serial And Parallel Ata Drive Guidelines And Features

    Serial and Parallel ATA Drive Guidelines and Features NOTE: Serial ATA = SATA Parallel ATA = PATA SATA Hard Drives Serial ATA Hard Drive Characteristics Number of pins/conductors in data cable Number of pins in power cable Maximum data cable length Data interface voltage differential Drive voltages Jumpers for configuring drive...
  • Page 22: Sata Hard Drive Cables

    SATA Hard Drive Cables SATA Data Cable Always use an HP approved SATA 3.0 Gb/s cable as it is fully backwards compatible with the SATA 1.5 Gb/s drives. Current HP desktop products ship with SATA 3.0 Gb/s hard drives. SATA data cables are susceptible to damage if overflexed. Never crease a SATA data cable and never bend it tighter than a 30 mm (1.18 in) radius.
  • Page 23: Pata Device Information

    ATA SMART Drives The Self Monitoring Analysis and Recording Technology (SMART) ATA drives for the HP Personal Computers have built-in drive failure prediction that warns the user or network administrator of an impending failure or crash of the hard drive. The SMART drive tracks fault prediction and failure indication parameters such as reallocated sector count, spin retry count, and calibration retry count.
  • Page 24: Identifying The Chassis, Routine Care, And Disassembly Preparation

    Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation This chapter provides general service information for the computer. Adherence to the procedures and precautions described in this chapter is essential for proper service. CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is always applied to the system board.
  • Page 25: Electrostatic Discharge Information

    Electrostatic Discharge Information A sudden discharge of static electricity from your finger or other conductor can destroy static-sensitive devices or microcircuitry. Often the spark is neither felt nor heard, but damage occurs. An electronic device exposed to electrostatic discharge (ESD) may not appear to be affected at all and can work perfectly throughout a normal cycle.
  • Page 26: Personal Grounding Methods And Equipment

    ● Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry. ● Place reusable electrostatic-sensitive parts from assemblies in protective packaging or conductive foam. Personal Grounding Methods and Equipment Use the following equipment to prevent static electricity damage to equipment: ● Wrist straps are flexible straps with a maximum of one-megohm ± 10% resistance in the ground cords.
  • Page 27: Operating Guidelines

    ● 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. ●...
  • Page 28: Routine Care

    Routine Care General Cleaning Safety Precautions Never use solvents or flammable solutions to clean the computer. Never immerse any parts in water or cleaning solutions; apply any liquids to a clean cloth and then use the cloth on the component. Always unplug the computer when cleaning with liquids or damp cloths.
  • Page 29: Cleaning The Monitor

    Tools and Software Requirements To service the computer, you need the following: ● Torx T-15 screwdriver (HP screwdriver with bits, PN 161946-001) ● Torx T-15 screwdriver with small diameter shank (for certain front bezel removal) ●...
  • Page 30: Screws

    If an incorrect screw is used during the reassembly process, it can damage the unit. HP strongly recommends that all screws removed during disassembly be kept with the part that was removed, then returned to their proper locations.
  • Page 31: Lithium Coin Cell Battery

    Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of together with the general household waste. In order to forward them to recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or return them to HP, their authorized partners, or their agents. Service Considerations...
  • Page 32: Removal And Replacement Procedures Microtower (Mt) Chassis

    Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis Adherence to the procedures and precautions described in this chapter is essential for proper service. After completing all necessary removal and replacement procedures, run the Diagnostics utility to verify that all components operate properly. NOTE: Not all features listed in this guide are available on all computers.
  • Page 33: Preparation For Disassembly

    Preparation for Disassembly Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation on page 18 procedures. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer Devices on page Close any open software applications. Exit the operating system. Remove any diskette, compact disc, or media card from the computer. Turn off the computer and any peripheral devices that are connected to it.
  • Page 34: External Security Devices

    External Security Devices The following security devices are used to prevent unauthorized access to the internal components of the computer and/or secure the computer to a fixed object. Cable Lock Padlock Chapter 6 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis...
  • Page 35: Hp Business Pc Security Lock

    HP Business PC Security Lock Fasten the security cable by looping it around a stationary object. Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock. External Security Devices...
  • Page 36 Screw the lock to the chassis using the screw provided. Insert the plug end of the security cable into the lock (1) and push the button in (2) to engage the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. Chapter 6 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis...
  • Page 37: Computer Access Panel

    Computer Access Panel Prepare the computer for disassembly CAUTION: Before removing the computer access panel, ensure that the computer is turned off and that the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet. Loosen the screw (1) that secures the access panel to the computer chassis. Slide the access panel back (2) about 1.3 cm (1/2 inch), then lift it off the unit.
  • Page 38: Front Bezel

    Front Bezel Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Press outward on the three latches on the right side of the bezel (1), then rotate the right side of the bezel off the chassis (2) followed by the left side. To reinstall the front bezel, reverse the removal procedure.
  • Page 39: Removing Bezel Blanks

    Removing Bezel Blanks On some models, there are bezel blanks covering the 3.5-inch and 5.25-inch external drive bays that need to be removed before installing a drive. To remove a bezel blank: Remove the front bezel. To remove a 5.25-inch blank, break the blank out of the bezel (1). –...
  • Page 40: Cable Management

    Cable Management Always follow good cable management practices when working inside the computer. ● Keep cables away from major heat sources like the heatsink. ● Do not jam cables on top of expansion cards or memory modules. Printed circuit cards like these are not designed to take excessive pressure on them.
  • Page 41: Cable Connections

    Cable Connections System board connectors are color-coded to make it easier to find the proper connection. System Board Connections System Board Connector Name ATXPOWER ATX_CPU FLOPPY CPU_FAN CHASSIS_FAN F_PANEL F_USB1 F_USB2 F_AUDIO SPEAKER XMM1 XMM2 XMM3 XMM4 PCI 1 PCIE_X1_1 PCIE_X1_2 PCIE X16 PROCESSOR...
  • Page 42: Memory

    Memory The computer comes with double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR2- SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). The memory sockets on the system board can be populated with up to four industry-standard DIMMs. These memory sockets are populated with at least one preinstalled DIMM. To achieve the maximum memory support, you can populate the system board with up to 4 GB of memory configured in a high- performing dual channel mode.
  • Page 43 Item Description DIMM socket XMM1, Channel A (populate first) DIMM socket XMM2, Channel B (populate second) DIMM socket XMM3, Channel A DIMM socket XMM4, Channel B The system will automatically operate in single channel mode or dual channel mode, depending on how the DIMMs are installed.
  • Page 44 CAUTION: The memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with gold metal contacts to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation resulting from having incompatible metals in contact with each other. Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or optional cards. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object.
  • Page 45: Expansion Cards

    Expansion Cards The computer has one standard PCI expansion slot that can accommodate an expansion card up to 17.46 cm (6.875 inches) in length. The computer also has two PCI Express x1 expansion slots and one PCI Express x16 expansion slot. Table 6-1 Expansion Slot Locations Item...
  • Page 46 On the rear of the computer, a slot cover lock secures the expansion card brackets in place. Remove the screw from the slot cover lock then slide the slot cover lock up to remove it from the chassis. Before installing an expansion card, remove the expansion slot cover or the existing expansion card.
  • Page 47 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. Be sure not to scrape the card against the other components. If you are removing a PCI Express x16 card, pull the retention arm on the back of the expansion socket away from the card and carefully rock the card back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket.
  • Page 48 To install a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion socket on the system board then move the card toward the rear of the chassis so that the bottom of the bracket on the card slides into the small slot on the chassis. Press the card straight down into the expansion socket on the system board.
  • Page 49: Drives

    You may install either a third-height or a half-height drive into a half-height bay. ● If needed, HP has provided extra drive retainer screws on the interior of the front bezel that are used to secure the drives in the drive cage. Hard drives use 6-32 standard screws. All other drives use M3 metric screws.
  • Page 50: System Board Drive Connections

    CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive: If you are inserting or removing a drive, shut down the operating system properly, turn off the computer, and unplug the power cord. Do not remove a drive while the computer is on or in standby mode. Before handling a drive, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity.
  • Page 51: Drive Positions

    Table 6-2 System Board Drive Connections (continued) System Board Connector SATA3 Diskette Drive To verify the type, size, and capacity of the storage devices installed in the computer, run Computer Setup. Refer to Computer Setup (F10) Utility on page 3 Drive Positions Two 5.25-inch external drive bays for optional drives (optical drives shown) One 3.5-inch external drive bay for optional drive (media card reader shown)
  • Page 52: Removing An Optical Drive

    Removing an Optical Drive CAUTION: All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the computer. To remove an optical drive: Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Remove the front bezel Disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from the rear of the optical drive.
  • Page 53: Installing An Optical Drive Into The 5.25-Inch Drive Bay

    Installing an Optical Drive into the 5.25-inch Drive Bay To install an optional 5.25-inch optical drive: Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Remove the front bezel If you are installing a drive in a bay covered by a bezel blank, remove the front bezel then remove the bezel blank.
  • Page 54: Removing An External 3.5-Inch Drive

    Connect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) to the rear of the optical drive. Replace the front bezel and access panel. Lock any security devices that were disengaged when the access panel was removed. The system automatically recognizes the drive and reconfigures the computer. Removing an External 3.5-inch Drive CAUTION: All removable media should be taken out of a drive before removing the drive from the...
  • Page 55 Disconnect the drive cables, as indicated in the following illustrations: If you are removing a diskette drive, disconnect the data cable (1) and power cable (2) from the back of the drive. If you are removing a media card reader, disconnect the USB cable from the system board. Drives...
  • Page 56: Installing A Drive Into The 3.5-Inch External Drive Bay

    Remove the retainer screws that secure the drive to the bay (1) then slide the drive forward and out of the bay (2). Installing a Drive into the 3.5-inch External Drive Bay The 3.5-inch external drive bay on the front of the computer can be configured with a media card reader or a diskette drive.
  • Page 57 Slide the drive in through the front of the chassis (1) until the bezel on the drive is evenly aligned with the computer front bezel and install the M3 metric retainer screws (2) as shown in the illustration below. NOTE: Extra drive retainer screws are provided on the interior of the front bezel if needed.
  • Page 58: Removing An Internal 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

    Recovery Disc Set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any software applications that were preinstalled on the computer. If you do not have this CD set, select Start > HP Backup and Recovery and create it now. Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Remove the two screws that secure the hard disk drive cage to the chassis.
  • Page 59 Lift the hard disk drive cage out of the chassis. Disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from the back of the hard drive. Drives...
  • Page 60: Installing An Internal 3.5-Inch Hard Drive

    Remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive to the hard disk drive cage (1), then slide the hard disk drive out of the hard disk drive cage (2). Installing an Internal 3.5-inch Hard Drive Follow the steps in cage and, if necessary, the existing hard drive.
  • Page 61 Slide the new drive into the hard disk drive cage (1), aligning the drive with the four screw holes on the cage. Install the four 6-32 standard screws that secure the hard disk drive to the hard disk drive cage (2). Make sure the hard disk drive cables are facing the top of the drive cage. NOTE: If you are replacing an old drive with a new drive, use the four retainer screws from the old drive to install the new drive.
  • Page 62 Place the hard disk drive cage into the chassis (1), then slide it down toward the bottom of the chassis until it locks into place (2). Attach the two screws that secure the hard disk drive cage to the chassis. If installing a new drive, connect the opposite end of the data cable to the appropriate system board connector.
  • Page 63: Front Usb Panel

    NOTE: If you are replacing the primary hard drive, use the Recovery Disc Set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any software applications that were preinstalled on the computer. Front USB Panel Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Remove the front bezel Disconnect the front USB cable from the yellow system board connector (F_AUDIO) and the I/O cable from the white system board connector (F_USB1).
  • Page 64: Power Switch/Led Assembly

    Power Switch/LED Assembly Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Remove the front bezel Remove the optical drive Disconnect the cable from the black system board connector labeled F_PANEL. Remove the cable from the metal clamps on the side of the drive cage. This step may require a flat blade screwdriver to lift the clamps enough to remove the cable.
  • Page 65: Heatsink

    Heatsink You will need a screwdriver with a narrow shaft to loosen the heatsink screws. Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Unplug the fan cable from the system board (CPU FAN). Lift the silver latch that tightens the heatsink, and then pull the latch toward the heatsink to remove the metal hook from the tab on the backplate.
  • Page 66 To remove the backplate from the system board: Remove the four silver Phillips screws that secure the backplate to the system board. Remove the backplate from the system board. Chapter 6 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis...
  • Page 67: Processor

    Processor Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Remove the heatsink Rotate the locking lever to its full open position (1). Raise and rotate the microprocessor retainer to its fully open position (2). Carefully lift the processor from the socket (3). CAUTION: Do NOT handle the pins in the processor socket.
  • Page 68: Speaker

    After installing a new processor onto the system board, always update the system ROM to ensure that the latest version of the BIOS is being used on the computer. The latest system BIOS can be found on the Web at: http://h18000.www1.hp.com/support/files. Speaker...
  • Page 69: Rear Chassis Fan

    When replacing the speaker, be sure to route the wire behind the hard drive cage bracket, through the metal clamp on the chassis, through the metal clamp on the side of the second hard drive cage, and then down to the system board. Rear Chassis Fan Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel...
  • Page 70: Power Supply

    Power Supply Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Disconnect all power cables from the drives and from the system board. Remove the four silver T15 screws that connect the power supply to the chassis. While pressing the tab in front of the power supply that holds it in place, pull the power supply up slightly to loosen it from the chassis.
  • Page 71: System Board

    To install the power supply, reverse the removal procedure. System Board Prepare the computer for disassembly Remove the computer access panel Remove all expansion boards Disconnect all cables connected to the system board, noting their location for reinstallation. Remove the heatsink Remove the remaining eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
  • Page 72: Battery

    The lifetime of the lithium battery can be extended by plugging the computer into a live AC wall socket. The lithium battery is only used when the computer is NOT connected to AC power. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, go to recycle.
  • Page 73: Type 1 Battery Holder

    Type 1 Battery Holder Lift the battery out of its holder. Slide the replacement battery into position, positive side up. The battery holder automatically secures the battery in the proper position. Replace the computer access panel. Plug in the computer and turn on power to the computer. Reset the date and time and any special system setups using Computer Setup.
  • Page 74: Type 3 Battery Holder

    Plug in the computer and turn on power to the computer. Reset the date and time and any special system setups using Computer Setup. Refer to Setup (F10) Utility on page Type 3 Battery Holder Pull back on the clip (1) that holds the battery in place, then remove the battery (2). Insert the new battery and position the clip back in place.
  • Page 75: Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments

    Connector Pin Assignments This appendix contains the pin assignments for many computer and workstation connectors. Some of these connectors may not be used on the product being serviced. Keyboard Connector and Icon Mouse Connector and Icon Ethernet BNC Connector and Icon Signal Data Unused...
  • Page 76: Ethernet Rj-45

    Ethernet RJ-45 Connector and Icon Ethernet AUI Connector and Icon Signal Ground Negative AUI Differential Collision Positive AUI Differential Collision Negative AUI Differential Transmit Positive AUI Differential Transmit Ground Ground Negative AUI Differential Receive Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments Signal (+) Transmit Data (-) Transmit Data (+) Receive Data...
  • Page 77: Parallel Interface

    Parallel Interface Connector and Icon Signal Strobe Data Bit 0 Data Bit 1 Data Bit 2 Data Bit 3 Data Bit 4 Data Bit 5 Data Bit 6 Data Bit 7 Serial Interface, Powered and Non-Powered Connector and Icon Signal Acknowledge Busy Paper End...
  • Page 78: Usb

    Connector and Icon Microphone Connector and Icon (1/8” miniphone) 1 2 3 Headphone Connector and Icon (1/8” miniphone) 1 2 3 Line-in Audio Connector and Icon (1/8” miniphone) 1 2 3 Line-out Audio Connector and Icon (1/8” miniphone) 1 2 3 Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments Signal +5 VDC...
  • Page 79: External Infrared Transceiver

    External Infrared Transceiver Connector and Icon Monitor Connector and Icon Signal Red Analog Green Analog Blue Analog Not used Ground Ground Ground Ground Signal Transmit Receive Ground Mode Not Used Not Used Not Used Signal +5V (fused) Ground Not used DDC Serial Data Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync...
  • Page 80: Ata/Atapi (Ide) Standard Drive Cable

    ATA/ATAPI (IDE) Standard Drive Cable Connector Signal Reset Ground DD10 DD11 DD12 DD13 Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments Signal DD14 DD15 Ground (Key) DMARQ Ground DIOW Ground DIOR Ground IORDY CSEL Signal DMAK Ground INTRQ IOCS16 PDIAG (cable detect) CS1FX CS3FX DASP Ground...
  • Page 81: Cd-Rom 50-Pin Connector

    CD-ROM 50-Pin Connector Connector Signal Audio L-ch Audio R-ch Audio GND RESET DD10 DD11 24-Pin Power Connector Signal +3.3V +3.3V Signal DD12 DD13 DD14 DD15 DMARQ DIOR DIOW Front Signal +5 Vaux +12V +12V +3.3V Signal Signal IORDY DMACK INTRQ IOCS16 PDIAG CSEL...
  • Page 82: 24-Pin Microfit Power

    24-Pin MicroFit Power Connector Signal +5 Vaux PS_ON 4-Pin Power (for CPU) Connector and Icon 6-Pin Power (for CPU) Connector and Icon Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments Front Signal PWRGD +3.3V +3.3V Tach Fan-CMD Signal Signal +12V +5V Sense +3.3V Sense +3.3V +3.3V...
  • Page 83: Sata Data And Power

    SATA Data and Power Drive Connector Signal Ground Ground V 12 S = Data, P = Power PCI Express x1, x4, x8, and x16 PCI Express Connector Pin A Signal PRSNT1 +12V +12V JTAG2 PERn(2) PERp3 PERn3 Signal V 3.3 Ground Ground Signal...
  • Page 84: Pci Express

    PERp8 PERN8 PERp14 PERn14 PERp15 NOTE: x1 PCI Express uses pins 1-18 x4 PCI Express uses pins 1-32 x8 PCI Express uses pins 1-49 x16 PCI Express uses pins 1-8 PCI Express x1, x4, x8, and x16 PCI Express Connector Pin B Signal +12V...
  • Page 85: Pci Express Mini Card

    PETp9 PETn9 PETp15 PETn15 NOTE: x1 PCI Express uses pins 1-18 x4 PCI Express uses pins 1-32 x8 PCI Express uses pins 1-49 x16 PCI Express uses pins 1-8 PCI Express Mini Card PCI Express Mini Card Connector Signal WAKE# 3.3V Reserved** Reserved**...
  • Page 86: Dvi Connector

    PETn0 SMB_DATA PETp0 USB_D- NOTE: *Reserved for future second PCI Express LAN (if needed) **Reserved for future wireless coexistence control interface (if needed) ***Reserved for future UIM interface (if needed) DVI Connector Connector and Icon Signal T.M.D.S. Data2– T.M.D.S. Data2+ T.M.D.S.
  • Page 87: Appendix B Power Cord Set Requirements

    Power Cord Set Requirements The power supplies on some computers have external power switches. The voltage select switch feature on the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage between 100-120 or 220-240 volts AC. Power supplies on those computers that do not have external power switches are equipped with internal switches that sense the incoming voltage and automatically switch to the proper voltage.
  • Page 88: Country-Specific Requirements

    Country-Specific Requirements Additional requirements specific to a country are shown in parentheses and explained below. Country Australia (1) Austria (1) Belgium (1) Canada (2) Denmark (1) Finland (1) France (1) Germany (1) The flexible cord must be Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 0.75mm and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country where it will be used.
  • Page 89: Appendix C Troubleshooting

    Boot the computer to the Safe Mode to see if it will boot without all of the drivers loaded. When booting the operating system, use “Last Known Configuration.” ● Refer to the comprehensive online technical support at http://www.hp.com/support. ● Refer to...
  • Page 90: Helpful Hints

    To assist you in resolving problems online, HP Instant Support Professional Edition provides you with self-solve diagnostics. If you need to contact HP support, use HP Instant Support Professional Edition's online chat feature. Access HP Instant Support Professional Edition at: http://www.hp.com/go/ispe.
  • Page 91: Solving General Problems

    You may be able to easily resolve the minor problems described in this section. If a problem persists and you are unable to resolve it yourself or if you feel uncomfortable about performing the operation, contact your HP authorized reseller or service provider. Computer will not turn on.
  • Page 92 Computer will not respond to USB keyboard or mouse. Cause Keyboard or mouse is not connected to computer. Computer is in standby mode. Computer date and time display is incorrect. Cause RTC (real-time clock) battery may need to be replaced. NOTE: Connecting the computer to a live AC outlet prolongs the life of the RTC battery.
  • Page 93 Poor performance is experienced. Cause Too many applications running. Some software applications, especially games, are stressful on the graphics subsystem Cause unknown. Blank screen (no video). Cause Monitor is not turned on and the monitor light is not on. The cable connections are not correct. You may have a screen blanking utility installed or energy saver features are enabled.
  • Page 94: Solving Hardware Installation Problems

    Computer is beeping and will not start. Cause Internal error has occurred and the computer is beeping a code. Solving Hardware Installation Problems You may need to reconfigure the computer when you add or remove hardware, such as an additional drive or expansion card.
  • Page 95 Computer will not start. Cause Wrong memory modules were used in the upgrade or memory modules were installed in the wrong location. Solution Review the documentation that came with the system to determine if you are using the correct memory modules and to verify the proper installation.
  • Page 96: Interpreting Post Audible Codes

    Interpreting POST Audible Codes This section covers the audible codes that may occur before or during POST that do not necessarily have an error code or text message associated with them. WARNING! When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is always applied to the system board.
  • Page 97: Contacting Customer Support

    Contacting Customer Support For help and service, contact an authorized reseller or dealer. To locate a reseller or dealer near you, visit http://www.hp.com. NOTE: If you take the computer to an authorized reseller, dealer, or service provider for service, remember to provide the setup and power-on passwords if they are set.
  • Page 98 System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators These reference designators are used on most but not all HP system and riser boards. Designator CR35 E49/JP49 J20 - 29 J31 - J35 Appendix D System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators...
  • Page 99 Secondary SCSI connector Stacked parallel/SCSI connector AGP slot x16 PCI Express slot for graphics First parallel port Second parallel port Double-stacked parallel port, Top = Port B, Bottom = Port A Parallel port over single Serial Port Parallel port over Serial Port and Video Port Parallel port over dual VGA ports DVI connector Keyboard connector, PS/2 (Closest to power supply)
  • Page 100 Appendix D System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators USB rear port choke (2nd) USB rear port choke (3rd) USB front port choke (2nd) P/S connector (20 or 24 pin) Second P/S connector (as required) Processor 12V header Secondary Processor 12V header Main Power/HDD LED connector Speaker connector Analog audio connector (from CD-ROM)
  • Page 101 Primary serial port Double stack serial port, Top = Serial B, Bottom = Serial A Riser edge connector (male-mates with J30) PrimarySerial ATA (SATA) connector Second Serial ATA (SATA) connector Third Serial ATA (SATA) connector Fourth Serial ATA (SATA) connector VSFF expansion connector Graphics option connector Fifth Serial ATA (SATA) connector...
  • Page 102 XMM1 XMM2 - XMM5 XU15/U15 XU19/U19 Appendix D System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators South bridge Super I/O Clock chip 64 bit Bridge LOM1 LOM1 EEPROM LOM1 PHY Audio Codec Audio amplifier LOM2 LOM2 EEPROM LOM2 PHY SPI ROM - SOIC-8 footprint Fan controller SPI ROM - SO16 footprint TMDS controller...
  • Page 103 Secondary NIC clock crystal Y5/H5 RTC clock crystal/tie-down...
  • Page 104: Specifications

    Specifications Table E-1 Specifications Desktop Dimensions Height Width Depth Approximate Weight Temperature Range Operating Nonoperating Relative Humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating (38.7°C max wet bulb) Maximum Altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating NOTE: Operating temperature is derated 1.0° C per 300 m (1000 ft) to 3000 m (10,000 ft) above sea level; no direct sustained sunlight.
  • Page 105 Table E-1 Specifications (continued) Rated Input Current (maximum) This system utilizes a passive power factor corrected power supply. The power factor correction is present in the 230V operating mode only. This allows the system to pass the CE mark requirements for use in the countries of the European Union. This supply requires the use of an input voltage range select switch.
  • Page 106 50 hard drive 54 media card reader 50 optical drive 47 keyboard cleaning 22 pin assignments 69 line-in audio pin assignments 72 line-out audio pin assignments 72 locks cable lock 28 HP Business PC Security Lock 29 padlock 28...
  • Page 107 16 hard drive characteristics 15 pin assignments 77 power cable pinouts 16 screws, correct size 24 security cable lock 28 HP Business PC Security Lock 29 padlock 28 serial interface pin assignments 71 serial number location 26 service considerations 23...

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