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- Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide Compaq Presario 6000 Series Computer Document Part Number: 277956-001 March 2002 This guide provides information on identifying computer components and upgrading this series of computers.
- Page 2 All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
1 A Look at the Computer Front Panel Components ..........1–1 Rear Panel Components . -
Page 4: Electrostatic Discharge
Contents A Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage ......... A–1 When Handling Drives . -
Page 5: Look At The Computer
Front Panel Components Front Panel Components Optical drives Optical drive activity lights Diskette drive Hardware Reference Guide A Look at the Computer Depending on your computer model, may be a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM or DVD-R/RW drive. When lit, indicates that the optical drive is being accessed. - Page 6 A Look at the Computer Front Panel Components (Continued) Diskette drive activity light Power-on light 1394 port (available on select models) Optical drive eject buttons Diskette eject button Power button Hard drive activity light USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports ✎ Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model.
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Page 7: Rear Panel Components
Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components Voltage select switch (available on select models) Power cord connector PS/2 keyboard connector USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports Hardware Reference Guide A Look at the Computer Selects 230 volts (for some areas in Asia, Africa, Australia and Europe) or 115 volts (for North America, South America, and Japan). - Page 8 A Look at the Computer Rear Panel Components (Continued) Serial port VGA connector Network Interface Card (NIC) connector Audio line-out connector Audio line-in connector Modem port PS/2 mouse connector < Parallel port Microphone connector > Telephone extension (not available in all countries) ✎...
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Page 9: Mouse Components
Mouse Components Your computer includes a Scroll Mouse, a Wireless Wheel Mouse, or a USB Optical Mouse. The Wireless Wheel Mouse and the USB Optical Mouse are available with select models. Mouse Component Left mouse button Scroll wheel Right mouse button Hardware Reference Guide Click and quickly release to make screen selections. -
Page 10: Using The Scroll Mouse
A Look at the Computer Using the Scroll Mouse The mouse directs the cursor on the Windows desktop. Use the mouse to move quickly and easily through a document or Web site. Moving the scroll wheel on your mouse through a document or Web site is faster than using the scroll bar. -
Page 11: Using The Usb Optical Mouse
Using the USB Optical Mouse The USB optical mouse is available with select models. It provides the same functions as the scroll mouse and wireless wheel mouse except it uses an optical sensor instead of a mechanical ball to determine the position of the cursor on the screen. The surface on which you use the optical mouse plays an important role in tracking the cursor. -
Page 12: Keyboard Features
Your computer includes a Compaq PS/2 Easy Access Keyboard or a Compaq USB Smart Card Keyboard. The Smart Card Keyboard is available with select models in some geographic regions. Easy Access Keyboard Components Hardware Reference Guide Keyboard Features 2–1... -
Page 13: Using The Easy Access Buttons
Keyboard Features Easy Access Keyboard Components Function keys Easy Access Buttons Edit keys Status Lights Numeric Keys Arrow Keys Application Key* Windows Logo Keys* Main Keys *Keys available in select geographic regions. Using the Easy Access Buttons The Easy Access Buttons make accessing your favorite Web sites, services, and applications easier and faster. - Page 14 Provides your daily starting point to the Internet. It connects you to a customizable Web page filled with local weather, news, sports, and financial information. Takes you to the Compaq Help & Support Center, which provides information about your computer. You can find information about your computer and computer-related peripherals as well as access links to online technical support.
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Page 15: Customizing The Easy Access Buttons
Internet address. 2–4 Depending on your region, this button launches the Smart Card or the Compaq online Community. • The Smart Card button is available on U.S. English keyboards. When pressed, it provides information on obtaining a Smart Card and/or shopping at participating online merchants. -
Page 16: Using The Windows Logo Key
To reprogram the Easy Access Buttons, complete the following steps: 1. Double-click the keyboard icon in the notification area (lower 2. Click the Help button on the keyboard properties dialog box for Using the Windows Logo Key Use the Windows Logo key in combination with other keys to perform certain functions available in the Windows operating system. -
Page 17: Identifying System Status Lights
Keyboard Features Identifying System Status Lights The system lights on the keyboard provide a quick status of your computer and keyboard settings. System Status Lights Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock 2–6 When lit, the Num lock is on and indicates that you can use the numeric key pad to type numbers. -
Page 18: Smart Card Keyboard Components
Smart Card Keyboard Components The Compaq USB Smart Card Keyboard (available with select models in some regions) has the same features as the Easy Access Keyboard with the addition of Smart Card features. The Smart Card features provide online shopping convenience and security. -
Page 19: Using The Smart Card Feature
Keyboard Features Smart Card Keyboard Components Smart Card button Smart Card activity light Smart Card terminal Using the Smart Card Feature The smart card feature makes it easy for you to purchase merchandise online. To apply for a Smart Card or use your Smart Card to shop at participating online merchants: 1. - Page 20 The Smart Card Keyboard comes with a non-payment Smart Card, the Presario Internet Smart Card powered by Netissismo enables a value added Internet utility. The Internet utility will: Hardware Reference Guide Intelligently auto-sense and dial the default Internet connection on your Presario desktop computer. Securely log you into online accounts with automatic population of Web aliases and passwords.
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Page 21: Computer Upgrades
You can replace or upgrade several components in your computer. This chapter provides procedures on accessing and installing the internal parts of the computer. Preparing the Computer Ä CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or optional equipment. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object. - Page 22 Computer Upgrades 3. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet 1 and then Disconnecting the Power Cord Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and/or hot surfaces, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, and allow the internal system components to cool before touching.
- Page 23 5. Lay the computer on its side with the access panel (the side with 6. Remove the access panel by loosening the screw 1 that secures Removing the Computer Access Panel Hardware Reference Guide the pull grip) facing up. the access panel to the computer chassis. Slide the access panel back 2 about 1 inch/2.54 centimeters, then lift it up and off the unit.
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Page 24: Removing Or Upgrading A Drive
Computer Upgrades 7. Remove the front bezel by gently prying the top section 1 of the Removing the Front Bezel Removing or Upgrading a Drive Depending on your computer configuration, you may have up to four of the following storage drives in your computer. This section describes the procedure for replacing or upgrading your storage drives. -
Page 25: Locating Drive Positions
CD, before removing the hard drive. Failure to do so will result in data loss. After replacing the hard drive, you will need to run the Compaq Restore Plus! CD to load the Compaq factory installed files. - Page 26 Computer Upgrades 2. Complete the procedure described in “Preparing the Computer” 3. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive Disconnecting the Optical Drive Cables 3–6 at the beginning of this chapter. you want to remove as indicated in the following illustrations. Hardware Reference Guide...
- Page 27 Computer Upgrades Disconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables Disconnecting the Hard Drive Cables Hardware Reference Guide 3–7...
- Page 28 Computer Upgrades 4. A latch drive bracket with release tabs 1 secure the drives in their Removing a Drive 5. If you are replacing the old drive with a new drive, remove the 3–8 respective positions. Lift the release tab on the latch drive bracket for the drive you want to remove, then slide the drive from its drive bay 2.
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Page 29: Replacing Or Adding A Drive
Replacing or Adding a Drive 1. Install the four guide screws (two on each side) that you removed 2. Slide the drive into the drive bay 1, making sure to align the Sliding the Drive into the Drive Cage 3. Reconnect the power and data cables to your drive as indicated in Hardware Reference Guide from the old drive into the new drive. - Page 30 Computer Upgrades Reconnecting the Optical Drive Cables Reconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables 3–10 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 31: Upgrading Or Replacing Memory
Reconnecting the Hard Drive Cables 4. Complete the procedure described in “Reassembling the 5. Turn on the computer. 6. If you replaced the hard drive, insert the Compaq Restore Plus! Upgrading or Replacing Memory Your computer comes with random access memory (RAM), which temporarily stores data and instructions on your computer. -
Page 32: Removing A Memory Module
There are several different types of memory modules. Install the same type of memory currently in your computer. To find your type of memory, go to compaq.com/athome/memory Web site (not available in all languages). No tools are needed to remove, replace, or upgrade memory modules. - Page 33 2. Locate the memory module inside your computer. See the Locating the Memory Module ✎ The location and number of memory modules may vary slightly by model. Hardware Reference Guide following illustration for the location of the memory modules 1, memory slots 2 and release latches 3 on the system board.
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Page 34: Replacing Or Adding A Memory Module
Upgrade the memory in your computer with memory of the same type and speed to the memory originally installed in your computer. You can find out exactly what type of memory is in your computer at the compaq.com/athome/memory Web site (not available in all languages). 3–14 end of the memory module. - Page 35 1. Open both latches of the memory module socket 1. Opening the Latches on the Memory Module Socket ✎ If you are replacing a memory module, put the new memory module in the same memory slot from which the old memory was removed. ✎...
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Page 36: Removing Or Installing An Expansion Card
Computer Upgrades 2. The memory module can be installed in only one way. Match the Installing a Memory Module 3. Complete the procedure described in “Reassembling the ✎ If a blank screen is displayed after replacing or adding a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly or it is the wrong type of memory. - Page 37 Expansion cards you can add to your computer include: A Phillips screwdriver is needed to remove, replace, or add an expansion card. 1. Complete the procedure described in “Preparing the Computer” 2. On the rear of the computer an expansion bracket cover secures Removing the Screw and Expansion Bracket Cover 3.
- Page 38 Computer Upgrades 4. If you are removing an expansion card, hold the card at each end, Removing an Expansion Card 5. If you are not replacing the old expansion card with a new 3–18 carefully rock it back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket.
- Page 39 6. If you are replacing or adding a new expansion card, align the Replacing or Adding an Expansion Card ✎ When you install an expansion card, press firmly on the card so that the whole connector seats properly in the expansion card slot. 7.
- Page 40 Computer Upgrades 8. Replace the expansion cover bracket 1 and screw 2. Replacing the Expansion Bracket Cover 9. Complete the procedure described in “Reassembling the 3–20 Computer” section towards the end of this chapter. Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 41: Reassembling The Computer
Reassembling the Computer 1. Position the chassis in the upright position. At an angle, align the Replacing the Front Bezel Hardware Reference Guide lower end of the front bezel with the bottom end 1 of the chassis so that front bezel hooks onto the chassis, then press the top end of the bezel to the chassis until it snaps into place 2. - Page 42 Computer Upgrades 2. Place the side access panel in the proper position on the chassis Replacing the Side Access Panel 3–22 and slide it into place 1. Ensure that the hole for the thumbscrew is aligned with the hole in the chassis 2 and replace the thumbscrew.
- Page 43 3. Reconnect the power cable 1 to the computer and plug the cable Reconnecting the Power Cable 4. Reconnect all peripheral devices to the computer. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not plug telecommunications or telephone connectors into the network interface controller (NIC) ports.
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Page 44: Preventing Electrostatic Damage
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other electrostatic conductor may damage electronic components. Before handling electrostatic-sensitive components, discharge static electricity by one the methods described in this appendix. Preventing Electrostatic Damage When Handling Drives When Installing Internal Components Hardware Reference Guide Electrostatic Discharge Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching... - Page 45 Depending on your computer model, specifications may vary. Compaq 6000 Series Computer Desktop Dimensions Height Width Depth Approximate Weight Weight Supported (maximum distributed load) Temperature Range Operating Nonoperating Relative Humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum Altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating Power Supply...
- Page 46 Specifications Compaq 6000 Series Computer (Continued) Heat Dissipation Maximum Nominal *Some models use a full-ranging, active power factor corrected power supply. This eliminates the need for an input voltage select switch and greatly reduces the input current amplitude and harmonics.
- Page 47 1394 port 1–2 access panel removing 3–3 replacing 3–22 audio connectors line out 1–4 line-in 1–4 backup files 3–5 3–11 CD-R/RW drive 1–1 installation 3–4 CD-ROM drive 1–1 installation 3–4 components Easy Access keyboard 2–2 front panel 1–1 keyboard 2–1 mouse 1–5 rear panel 1–3 Smart Card keyboard 2–8...
- Page 48 Index identifying keys 2–2 Windows Logo Key 2–5 latch drive bracket 3–8 memory installation 3–11 location 3–13 microphone 1–4 modem port 1–4 mouse connector 1–4 customizing 1–6 optical mouse 1–7 scroll mouse 1–6 wireless wheel mouse 1–6 NIC 1–4 optical drives 1–1 activity light 1–1 eject button 1–2 optical mouse 1–7...