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HP Compaq dx6100 ST Hardware Reference Manual

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Hardware Reference Guide
HP Compaq Business Desktops
dx6100 Slim Tower Model
Document Part Number: 359655-001
May 2004
This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer
model.

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  • Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business Desktops dx6100 Slim Tower Model Document Part Number: 359655-001 May 2004 This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer model.
  • Page 2 Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Upgrading the SATA Hard Drive ........2–28 Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Contents...
  • Page 4 Shipping Preparation ........... E–3 Index www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 5: Product Features

    Standard Configuration Features The HP Compaq Slim Tower features may vary depending on the model. For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer, run the Diagnostics for Windows utility. Instructions for using this utility are provided in the Troubleshooting Guide on the Documentation CD.

  • Page 6: Front Panel Components

    Hard Drive Activity Light Power On Light Power Button Diskette Drive Activity Light Diskette Drive Optical Drive Activity Light Diskette Eject Button Optical Drive (CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, DVD+R/RW, or CD-RW/DVD Combo Drive) Optical Drive Eject Button < 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 CD. Hardware Reference Guide l Parallel Connector c Monitor Connector h Headphone/Line-Out Connector Line-In Audio Connector Microphone Connector www.hp.com Product Features...

  • 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: 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...

  • Page 10: Serial Number Location

    Each computer has a unique serial number 1 located on the top of the computer and a product ID number 2 located on the side panel of the computer. Keep these numbers available for use when contacting customer service for assistance. Serial Number and Product ID Locations www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 11: Hardware Upgrades

    Ä CAUTION: Before removing the computer cover ensure that the computer is turned off and that the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet. Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades Appendix D, “Electrostatic Discharge” www.hp.com...

  • Page 12: Unlocking The 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 13 To open the computer cover with the Smart Cover Lock engaged: 1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet, and disconnect any external devices. 3.

  • Page 14: Removing The Computer From The Stand

    Removing the Computer from the Computer Stand ✎ Lay the computer on its side (with the computer cover facing up) before removing the computer cover and installing hardware. then turn off any external devices. computer, and disconnect any external devices. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 15: Removing The Computer Cover

    Computer Setup to unlock the lock. then turn off any external devices. computer, and disconnect any external devices. side. then slide the computer cover forward until it stops 2 and lift it up and off the chassis. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades...

  • Page 16: Replacing The Computer Cover

    To replace the computer cover, align the tabs on the panel with the slots on the chassis, then slide the cover all the way onto the chassis until it locks into place. Replacing the Computer Cover www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 17: Installing Additional Memory

    CAS latency 2.5 or 3 (CL = 2.5 or CL = 3) 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...

  • Page 18: Populating Dimm Sockets

    Channel B. However, the technology and device width can vary between the channels. For example, if Channel A is populated with two 256MB DIMMS and Channel B is populated with one 512MB DIMM, the system will operate in Interleaved mode. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 19 400 MHz, the system will run at the slower of the two speeds. 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 Blue Black Blue Black...

  • Page 20: Installing Ddr-Sdram Dimms

    WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before touching. 2-10 Appendix D, “Electrostatic Discharge” and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock. then turn off any external devices. any external devices. side. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 21 8. Push the module down into the socket, ensuring that the module Hardware Reference Guide the 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 2-11...
  • Page 22 11. If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory the next time you power on the computer. 2-12 install. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 23: Installing 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 x16 expansion slot PCI Express x1 expansion slot www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-13...
  • Page 24 Computer Setup to unlock the lock. then turn off any external devices. any external devices. side. Cover.” covers by lifting the green tab on the latch and rotating the latch to the open position 1. www.hp.com “Removing the Computer Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 25 CAUTION: All expansion card slots on the rear of the computer must contain either an expansion card or slot cover for proper cooling of internal components during operation. Hardware Reference Guide retention latch then pressing the card down into the slot on the system board. expansion card. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-15...

  • Page 26: Removing A Pci Express Expansion Card

    Pull the expansion card straight up from the socket then away from the inside of the chassis. Be sure not to scrape the card against the other components. www.hp.com “Removing the Computer Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 27 CAUTION: All expansion card slots on the rear of the computer must contain either an expansion card or slot cover for proper cooling of internal components during operation. Hardware Reference Guide expansion slot cover to close the open slot. expansion cards and expansion slot. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-17...

  • Page 28: Installing Additional Drives

    PRIMARY IDE) using a standard 80-conductor cable. Install guide screws to ensure the drive will line up correctly in the drive cage and lock in place. HP has provided extra guide screws (four 6-32 standard screws and four M3 metric screws), installed in the front of the chassis, under the computer cover.

  • Page 29: Locating Drive Positions

    To verify the type, size, and capacity of the storage devices installed in the computer, run Computer Setup. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Documentation CD for more information. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-19...

  • Page 30: Removing An Optical Drive

    4. Remove the computer from the stand and lay the computer on its 5. Remove the computer cover. Refer to 2-20 and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock. then turn off any external devices. any external devices. side. Cover.” www.hp.com “Removing the Computer Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 31 6. Press down on the green latch located on the front of the chassis 7. Slide the drive cage forward until until it stops 2. This unlocks Disengaging the Drive Cage Hardware Reference Guide next to the the drives 1. This disengages the drive cage. the drive. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-21...
  • Page 32 8. Disconnect the power and data cables from the rear of the optical Disconnecting the Power and Data Cables 9. Slide the optical drive forward and lift it up and out of the drive Removing the Optical Drive 2-22 drive. cage. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 33: Removing A Diskette Drive

    The screws take the place of drive rails. Hardware Reference Guide Drive,” to remove the optical drive and access the diskette drive. diskette drive. cage. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades “Removing an Optical 2-23...

  • Page 34: Installing An Optional Optical Drive

    Cover.” side of the drive. HP has provided four extra M3 metric guide screws on the front of the chassis, under the computer cover. The M3 metric guide screws are black. www.hp.com “Removing the Computer...
  • Page 35 7. Press down on the green latch located on the front of the chassis 8. Slide the drive cage forward until it stops 2. This unlocks the Disengaging the Drive Cage Hardware Reference Guide next to the drives 1. This disengages the drive cage. drive. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-25...
  • Page 36 9. Position the guide screws on the drive into the J-slots in the drive Installing the Optical Drive 2-26 bay 1. Then, slide the drive toward the rear of the computer 2 to secure the drive in the J slots. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 37 Ä CAUTION: When servicing the computer, ensure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer. Hardware Reference Guide until the drive cage locks into position. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-27...

  • Page 38: Upgrading The Sata Hard Drive

    4. Remove the computer from the stand and lay the computer on its 5. Remove the computer cover. Refer to 2-28 and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock. then turn off any external devices. any external devices. side. Cover.” www.hp.com “Removing the Computer Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 39 Hardware Upgrades 6. Press down on the green latch located on the front of the chassis next to the optical drive 1 and slide the optical drive cage forward 2. Sliding the Optical Drive Forward Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2-29...
  • Page 40 7. Rotate the power supply cage to the upright position. Raising the Power Supply Cage 8. Disconnect the power cable 1 and data cable 2 from the back of Disconnecting the Hard Drive Power Cable and Data Cable 2-30 the hard drive. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 41 P60 SATA 0 first to avoid any hard drive performance problems. Hardware Reference Guide slide the hard drive toward the front of the computer, then lift the drive up and out of the bay 2. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2-31...

  • Page 42: Installing A Drive Into The 3.5-Inch Drive Bay

    The screws take the place of drive rails. You will need a Torx T-15 screwdriver to remove and re-install the guide screws. HP has provided four extra 6-32 standard guide screws on the front of the chassis, under the computer cover. The 6-32 standard guide screws are silver.
  • Page 43 ✎ Install guide screws to ensure the drive will line up correctly in the drive cage and lock in place. HP has provided extra guide screws (four 6-32 standard screws and four M3 metric screws), installed in the front of the chassis, under the computer cover. The hard drive uses 6-32 standard screws.
  • Page 44 P61 SATA 1. larger front bezel inward 1 and rotating the drive bezel away from the larger front bezel 2. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 45 If you are installing a 3.5-inch device other than a diskette drive or hard drive, you must install the 3.5-inch device bezel (PN 358796-001). Contact an authorized HP reseller or service provider to order the appropriate bezel when reconfiguring the computer.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    ✎ Ensure at least 4 inches (10.2 cm) of space on all sides remains clear and free of obstructions. HP Compaq Slim Tower Tower Dimensions Height Width Depth (depth will increase if the computer is equipped with a port security bracket)

  • Page 47: Power Output

    Specifications HP Compaq Slim Tower (Continued) ✎ 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. Maximum rate of change is 10° C/Hr. The upper limit may be limited by the type and number of options installed.

  • Page 48: Battery Replacement

    Do not attempt to recharge the battery. Do not expose to temperatures higher than 60° C (140º F). 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...
  • Page 49 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 50 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...
  • Page 51 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 CD for more information. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 52: C Security Lock Provisions

    ✎ A port security bracket (not shown) is also available. Go to www.hp.com Cable Lock If present, insert the cable lock in the location shown below. Installing a Cable Lock...

  • Page 53: Padlock

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

  • Page 54: 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...
  • Page 55 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 the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 56: 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...
  • Page 57 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 the button in 2 to engage the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 58: 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...
  • Page 59 HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ✎ For more information on static electricity, contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.

  • Page 60: E Routine Computer Care And Shipping Preparation

    Never restrict the airflow into the computer by blocking the front vents or air intake. Do not place the keyboard, with the keyboard feet down, directly against the front of the desktop unit as this also restricts airflow. Keep the computer away from excessive moisture, direct sunlight, and extremes of heat and cold.

  • Page 61: 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. Do not move the drive during operation. This may cause it to malfunction during reading.

  • Page 62: 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,...
  • Page 63 2–14 FailSafe Key ordering 2–2 using 2–2 front panel components 1–2 guide screws 2–18 guidelines battery replacement B–1 computer care E–1 installation 2–1 optical drive E–2 shipping preparation E–3 www.hp.com Index 2–32 2–34 2–25 2–16 2–24 2–33 Index-1...
  • Page 64 1–2 precautions E–2 removing 2–20 padlock, installing C–2 Parallel ATA devices 2–18 parallel connector 1–3 PCI card See expansion card power button 1–2 cord connector 1–3 indicator light 1–2 power supply 2–30 www.hp.com 2–11 1–3 A–2 Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 65 Smart Cover FailSafe key 2–2 lock 2–2 removing lock 2–3 specifications computer A–1 memory 2–7 status lights 1–4 support telephone numbers 2–2 USB ports front panel 1–2 rear panel 1–3 Windows Logo key 2–32 functions 1–5 locations 1–4 www.hp.com Index Index-3...

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