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HP dx2358 - Microtower PC Hardware Reference Manual

HP dx2358 - Microtower PC Hardware Reference Manual

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Hardware Reference Guide
HP Compaq Business Desktops
dx2358 Microtower Models
Document Part Number: 481135-001
February 2008
This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer
model.

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  • Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business Desktops dx2358 Microtower Models Document Part Number: 481135-001 February 2008 This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer model.
  • Page 2 Ä CAUTION: directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business Desktops dx2358 Microtower Models First Edition (February 2008) Document Part Number: 481135-001...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Product Features Standard Configuration Features......... . 1–1 Front Panel Components .
  • Page 4 Contents A Specifications B Battery Replacement C Security Lock Provisions Installing a Security Lock ..........C–1 Cable Lock .

  • Page 5: Product Features

    Product Features Standard Configuration Features The HP Compaq Microtower 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 and Diagnostics CD.

  • Page 6: Front Panel Components

    Product Features Front Panel Components Drive configuration may vary by model. Front Panel Components Optical Drives Power Button Optical Drive Activity Lights Optical Drive Eject Buttons Diskette Drive (optional) USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports Diskette Drive Activity Light (optional) Headphone Jack Diskette Drive Eject Button (optional) Microphone Connector Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 7: Rear Panel Components

    Product Features Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components n RJ-45 Network Connector Power Cord Connector Voltage Select Switch l Parallel Port Connector PS/2 Mouse Connector c Monitor Connector PS/2 Keyboard Connector h Headphone/Line-Out Connector Universal Serial Bus (USB) Audio/Line-In Connector Serial Port Connector Microphone Connector ✎...

  • Page 8: Keyboard

    Product Features Keyboard Keyboard Components 1 Function Keys Perform special functions depending on the software application being used. 2 Editing Keys Includes the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down. 3 Status Lights Indicate the status of the computer and keyboard settings (Num Lock, Caps Lock, and Scroll Lock).

  • Page 9: Windows Logo Key

    Product Features Windows Logo Key Use the Windows Logo key in combination with other keys to perform certain functions available in the Windows operating system. Refer to the “Keyboard” section to identify the Windows Logo key. Windows Logo Key Functions Windows Logo Key Displays or hides the Start menu.

  • Page 10: Serial Number Location

    Product Features 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 Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 1–6...

  • Page 11: Hardware Upgrades

    Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features The Microtower computer includes features that make it easy to upgrade and service. A Torx T-15 screwdriver is needed for many of the installation procedures described in this chapter. Warnings and Cautions Before performing upgrades be sure to carefully read all of the applicable instructions, cautions, and warnings in this guide.

  • Page 12: Removing The Computer Access Panel

    Hardware Upgrades Removing the Computer Access Panel 1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. 2. Remove all removable media, such as diskettes or compact discs, from the computer. 3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.

  • Page 13: Removing The Front Bezel

    Hardware Upgrades Removing the Computer Access Panel Removing the Front Bezel 1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. 2. Remove all removable media, such as diskettes or compact discs, from the computer. 3. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
  • Page 14 Hardware Upgrades 6. 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. Removing the Front Bezel Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–4...

  • Page 15: Installing Additional Memory

    Hardware Upgrades Installing Additional Memory The computer comes with double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR2-SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). 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.

  • Page 16: Populating Dimm Sockets

    Hardware Upgrades Populating DIMM Sockets The system will automatically operate in single channel mode, dual channel Asymmetric mode, or higher-performing dual cahnnel Interleaved mode, depending on how the DIMMs are installed. ■ The system will operate in single channel mode if the DIMM sockets are populated in one channel only.
  • Page 17 Hardware Upgrades There are four DIMM sockets on the system board, with two sockets per channel. The sockets are labeled XMM1, XMM2, XMM3, and XMM4. Sockets XMM1 and XMM2 operate in memory channel A. Sockets XMM3 and XMM4 operate in memory channel B. DIMM Socket Locations Item Description...

  • Page 18: Installing Dimms

    Hardware Upgrades Installing DIMMs Ä 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. Ä...
  • Page 19 Hardware Upgrades 5. Open both latches of the memory module socket 1, and insert the memory module into the socket 2. Installing a DIMM ✎ A memory module can be installed in only one way. For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the memory capacity of Channel A is equal to the memory capacity of Channel B.

  • Page 20: Removing A 5.25" Drive Bezel Blank

    Hardware Upgrades Removing a 5.25" Drive Bezel Blank If the computer was not shipped with a drive in the 5.25" option bay, the bay will be covered by a bezel blank. If you add a drive to the option bay, you must first remove the bezel blank. 1.

  • Page 21: Replacing Or Upgrading A Drive

    Hardware Upgrades Replacing or Upgrading a Drive The computer supports up to five drives that may be installed in various configurations. This section describes the procedure for replacing or upgrading the storage drives. A Torx screwdriver is needed to remove and install the guide screws and retainer screws on a drive.

  • Page 22: Locating Drive Positions

    Hardware Upgrades Locating Drive Positions ✎ The drive configuration shown below may be different than your computer model. Drive Positions First 5.25-inch, half-height bays for optional drives Second 5.25-inch, half-height bays for optional drives One standard 3.5-inch, one-third height bays (1.44-MB diskette drive shown) Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com...

  • Page 23: Removing A Drive

    Hardware Upgrades Removing a Drive ✎ Before you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that you can transfer the data to the new hard drive. Also, if you are replacing the primary hard drive, make sure you have created a Recovery Disc Set to restore the operating system, software drivers, and any software applications that were preinstalled on the computer.
  • Page 24 Hardware Upgrades 6. Remove the two screws that secure the hard disk drive cage to the chassis. Removing the Hard Drive Cage Screws Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–14...
  • Page 25 Hardware Upgrades 7. Push down the latch on the side of the hard disk drive cage 1, then slide the hard disk drive cage away from the bottom of the chassis 2 as shown below. Releasing the Hard Drive Cage Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–15...
  • Page 26 Hardware Upgrades 8. Lift the hard disk drive cage out of the chassis. Removing the Hard Drive Cage Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–16...
  • Page 27 Hardware Upgrades 9. Disconnect the power cable 1 and data cable 2 from the back of the hard drive. Disconnecting the Hard Drive Cables Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–17...
  • Page 28 Hardware Upgrades 10. 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. Removing the Hard Drive Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–18...

  • Page 29: Replacing A Drive

    Hardware Upgrades Replacing a Drive 1. Follow the steps in “Removing a Drive” on page 13 to remove the hard drive cage and, if necessary, the existing hard drive. 2. Slide the new drive into the hard disk drive cage 1, aligning the drive with the four screw holes on the cage.
  • Page 30 Hardware Upgrades 3. Connect the power cable 1 and data cable 2 to the back of the hard drive. Connecting the Hard Drive Cables Ä CAUTION: Never crease or bend a SATA data cable tighter than a 30 mm (1.18 in) radius. A sharp bend can break the internal wires. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–20...
  • Page 31 Hardware Upgrades 4. 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. Installing the Hard Drive Cage Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–21...
  • Page 32 Hardware Upgrades 5. Attach the two screws that secure the hard disk drive cage to the chassis. Securing the Hard Drive Cage 6. If installing a new drive, connect the opposite end of the data cable to the appropriate system board connector. ✎...

  • Page 33: Removing Or Installing An Expansion Card

    Hardware Upgrades Removing or Installing an Expansion Card The computer has 2 PCI expansion slots,1 PCI Express x1 expansion slot and 1 PCI Express x16 expansion slot. Expansion Slot Locations Item Description PCI Express x16 expansion slot PCI Express x1 expansion slot PCI expansion slot PCI expansion slot Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 34 Hardware Upgrades To remove, replace, or add an expansion card. 1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and turn off any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. 2. Remove the access panel and lay the computer on its side with the opening to internal parts where the access panel was located facing up.
  • Page 35 Hardware Upgrades 4. Before installing an expansion card, remove the expansion slot cover or the existing expansion card. a. If you are installing an expansion card in a vacant socket, remove the appropriate expansion slot cover on the back of the chassis.
  • Page 36 Hardware Upgrades b. If removing a standard PCI expansion card, hold the card at each end, and carefully rock it back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket. Pull the expansion card straight up from the socket 1 then away from the inside of the chassis 2 to release it from the chassis frame.
  • Page 37 Hardware Upgrades 5. If replacing or adding a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion slot on the system board then move the card toward the rear of the chassis 1 so that the bottom of the bracket on the card slides into the small slot on the chassis.
  • Page 38 Hardware Upgrades 9. If you are replacing an expansion card, store the old card in the anti-static packaging that contained the new card. 10. While holding the expansion card bracket against the chassis, slide the slot cover lock down toward the expansion card brackets and slot covers 1 to secure them in place and replace the screw 2 that secures the slot cover lock.

  • Page 39: Reassembling The Computer

    Hardware Upgrades Reassembling the Computer 1. Insert the three hooks on the left side of the bezel into the slots on the chassis and rotate the bezel on from left to right 1 so that it snaps in place. Replacing the Front Bezel Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–29...
  • Page 40 Hardware Upgrades 2. Place the side access panel in the proper position on the chassis and slide it into place 1. Ensure that the hole for the screw is aligned with the hole in the chassis and tighten the screw 2. Replacing the Side Access Panel 3.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Specifications HP Compaq Microtower Desktop Dimensions Height 14.76 inches 37.5 cm Width 6.98 inches 17.73 cm Depth 16.88 inches 42.87 cm Approximate Weight 18.26 lb 8.3 kg Temperature Range Operating 41° to 95°F 5° to 35°C Nonoperating -22° to 149°F -30°...
  • Page 42 Specifications HP Compaq Microtower (Continued) Heat Dissipation Maximum 1575 BTU/hr 397 kg-cal/hr Typical (idle) 307 BTU/hr 77 kg-cal/hr Input Voltage Switch Setting Power Supply 115 V 230 V Operating Voltage Range 90–132 VAC 180–264 VAC Rated Voltage Range 100–127 VAC 200–240 VAC...

  • Page 43: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement The battery that comes with the computer provides power to the real-time clock. When replacing the battery, use a battery equivalent to the battery originally installed in the computer. The computer comes with a 3-volt lithium coin cell battery. ✎...
  • Page 44 Battery Replacement 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. 1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.
  • Page 45 Battery Replacement Removing and Replacing a Coin Cell Battery ✎ After the battery has been replaced, use the following steps to complete this procedure. 5. Replace the computer access panel. 6. Plug in the computer and turn on power to the computer. 7.

  • Page 46: C Security Lock Provisions

    Security Lock Provisions Installing a Security Lock The security locks displayed below and on the following page can be used to secure the Microtower computer. ✎ A port security bracket (not shown) is also available. Go to www.hp.com for more information. Cable Lock Installing a Cable Lock Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 47: Padlock

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

  • Page 48: D Electrostatic Discharge

    Electrostatic Discharge A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce the life expectancy of the device. Preventing Electrostatic Damage To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions: ■...
  • Page 49 Electrostatic Discharge ■ Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats. ■ Use conductive field service tools. ■ Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.

  • Page 50: Computer Operating Guidelines And Routine Care

    Computer Operating Guidelines, Routine Care and Shipping Preparation Computer Operating Guidelines and Routine Care Follow these guidelines to take care of the computer and monitor: ■ Operate the computer on a sturdy, level surface. Leave a 10.2-cm (4-inch) clearance at the back of the system unit and above the monitor to permit the required airflow.

  • Page 51: Optical Drive Precautions

    Computer Operating Guidelines, Routine Care and Shipping Preparation Optical Drive Precautions Be sure to observe the following guidelines while operating or cleaning the optical drive. Operation ■ Do not move the drive during operation. This may cause it to malfunction during reading. ■...

  • Page 52: Shipping Preparation

    Computer Operating Guidelines, Routine Care and Shipping Preparation Shipping Preparation Follow these suggestions when preparing to ship the computer: 1. Back up the hard drive files on PD discs, tape cartridges, CDs, or diskettes. Be sure that the backup media is not exposed to electrical or magnetic impulses while stored or in transit.

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