HP Compaq dx2100 MT Hardware Reference Manual
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- Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq dx2100 Microtower Business Document Part Number: 403288-001 September 2005 This guide provides basic information about 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Shipping Preparation ........... 3–3 Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Contents... - Page 4 Grounding Methods........... . 4–1 www.hp.com...
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Page 5: Hardware Upgrades
HP Compaq dx2100 Microtower ✎ The drive configuration shown above may be different than your computer model. 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. -
Page 6: Warnings And Cautions
1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and 2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the Chapter 4, “Electrostatic Discharge” turn off any external devices. computer, and disconnect any external devices. www.hp.com for more Hardware Reference Guide... - Page 7 4. Slide the access panel back about 1.25 cm (1/2 inch), then lift it Removing the Access Panel ✎ To replace the access panel, reverse the removal steps. Hardware Reference Guide chassis 1. away from and off the unit 2. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades...
- Page 8 1 then rotate the bezel off the chassis 2, beginning with the left side then the right side. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 9: Removing A 5.25" Drive Bezel Blank
Access Panel and the Front Bezel.” tabs on the right towards the outer edge of the bezel 1 and pull the bezel blank inwards to remove it 2. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades “Removing the... -
Page 10: Installing Additional Memory
CAS latency 4 (CL = 4) for PC2 4200 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 Reference Guide... -
Page 11: Populating Dimm Sockets
256MB DIMMS and Channel B is populated with one 512MB DIMM, the system will operate in Interleaved mode. In any mode, the maximum operational speed is determined by the slowest DIMM in the system. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades Socket Color Black... -
Page 12: Installing Dimms
4. Locate the memory module sockets on the system board. WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow Å the internal system components to cool before touching. turn off any external devices. computer, and disconnect any external devices. www.hp.com Chapter 4, Hardware Reference Guide... - Page 13 The computer should automatically recognize the additional memory the next time you turn on the computer. 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. cable. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades...
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Page 14: Installing An Expansion Card
1 and slide the slot cover lock away from the slots to remove it from the computer 2. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide... - Page 15 Gently press the card straight down into the expansion slot on the system board 2. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades Expansion Card Type PCI Express x1...
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Page 16: Replacing Or Upgrading A Drive
CD, before removing the hard drive. Failure to do so will result in data loss. After replacing the primary hard drive, you will need to run the Restore Plus! CD to load the HP factory-installed files. -
Page 17: Locating Drive Positions
A diskette drive requires a 5.25" to 3.5" drive bay conversion kit. Hardware Reference Guide 5.25" full-height optical drive bay 5.25" full-height option drive bay (diskette drive shown)* Two internal 3.5", one-third height bays for hard drives www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 1-13... -
Page 18: Removing A 5.25" Drive
Access Panel and the Front Bezel.” then slide the drive forward and out of the bay 2. follow the instructions in “Removing a Diskette Drive” the diskette drive from the 5.25" adapter. www.hp.com “Removing the to remove Hardware Reference Guide... - Page 19 Standard screws are used for hard drives and have a silver finish. Metric screws are used for all other drives and have a black finish. Make sure to install the appropriate guide screws into the drive. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 1-15...
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Page 20: Removing A Diskette Drive
5.25" drive bay. squeezing inward through the slots on both sides of the adapter and lifting the brace up and off the adapter base. drive adapter 2. drive 4. www.hp.com to remove Hardware Reference Guide... -
Page 21: Removing A 3.5" Hard Drive
To install a hard drive, reverse the removal procedure. Hardware Reference Guide turn off any external devices. computer, and disconnect any external devices. Access Panel and the Front Bezel.” drive. then slide the drive forward and out of the bay 2. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades “Removing the 1-17... - Page 22 M3 metric threads. Standard screws are used for hard drives and have a silver finish. Metric screws are used for all other drives and have a black finish. Make sure to install the appropriate guide screws into the drive. 1-18 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 23: 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 24 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 25 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 26 Pull back on the clip 1 that is holding the battery in place and remove the battery 2. b. 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. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 27: 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 28: 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. 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 29: 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. www.hp.com... -
Page 30: Preventing Electrostatic Damage
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 31: Hardware Reference Guide Www.hp.com
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.