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HP Compaq dx6050 MT Hardware Reference Manual

HP Compaq dx6050 MT Hardware Reference Manual

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Hardware Reference Guide
HP Business Desktop
dx6050 Microtower Model
Document Part Number: 362000-001
May 2004
This guide provides detailed information on the features and use of
the HP dx6050 Microtower, and includes instructions for removing
and replacing internal components.

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  • Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide HP Business Desktop dx6050 Microtower Model Document Part Number: 362000-001 May 2004 This guide provides detailed information on the features and use of the HP dx6050 Microtower, and includes instructions for removing and replacing internal components.
  • 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Removing or Installing an Expansion Card ....... . 2–25 Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Contents...
  • Page 4 Shipping Preparation ........... F–3 Index www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 5: Product Features

    Standard Features Features of the HP dx6050 Business Desktop, Microtower model, 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 Library CD.

  • Page 6: Front Panel Components

    Optical Drive Activity Lights Diskette Drive (optional) Diskette Drive Activity Light Diskette Eject Button USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports 1–2 Optical Drive Eject Buttons Power Button Power On Light Hard Drive Activity Light Headphone Jack Microphone Connector www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 7: Rear Panel Components

    AGP card for proper operation. If the monitor is not connected to the correct connector, it will not function properly. Hardware Reference Guide n RJ-45 Connector l Parallel Connector c Monitor Connector (2) h Headphone/Line-Out Connector j Line-In Audio Connector Microphone Connector www.hp.com Product Features 1–3...

  • Page 8: Keyboards

    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: Easy Access Keyboard Components

    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 Product Features 1–5...

  • Page 10: Customizing The Easy Access Buttons

    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 “Easy Access Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 11: Serial Number Location

    Serial Number Location Each computer has a unique serial number that is located on the top cover of the computer. Keep this number available for use when contacting HP customer service for assistance. Serial Number Location Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Product Features 1–7...

  • Page 13: Hardware Upgrades

    Serviceability Features The HP dx6050 Microtower includes features that make it easy to upgrade and service. Installation Sequence It is very important that you follow this sequence of steps to ensure the proper installation of any optional equipment. For more information about Computer Setup, refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide.

  • Page 14: Unlocking The Smart Cover Lock

    This lock prevents unauthorized access to the internal components. The computer ships with the Smart Cover Lock in the unlocked position. For more information about locking the Smart Cover Lock, refer to the Desktop Management guide. Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key...
  • Page 15 ■ ■ Ä CAUTION: 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: ■ ■ ■ Hardware Reference Guide PC component (for example, processor or power supply) failure Forgotten password Contact an authorized HP reseller or service provider.
  • Page 16 3. Use the FailSafe Key to remove the Smart Cover Lock. Removing the Smart Cover Lock Screws To reattach the Smart Cover Lock, secure the lock in place with the tamper-proof screws using the FailSafe Key. 2–4 computer and disconnect any external devices. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 17: Removing The Computer Access Panel And Front Bezel

    Hardware Reference Guide unlock the lock. Refer to the Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation Library CD for more information about the Smart Cover Lock.
  • Page 18 You may want to lay the computer on its side to install internal parts. Be sure the side with the access panel and pull grip is facing up. Removing the Computer Access Panel 2–6 the computer chassis. off the unit. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 19 6. To remove the front bezel, press down on all three tabs on the left side of the bezel 1 then rotate the bezel off the chassis 2, beginning with the left side then the right side. Removing the Front Bezel Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–7...

  • Page 20: Reassembling The Computer

    1 into the rectangular holes on the chassis then rotate the bezel into place so that the three tabs on the left side of the bezel snap into the slots on the chassis 2. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 21 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 thumbscrew is aligned with the hole in the chassis and tighten the thumbscrew 2. Replacing the Side Access Panel Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–9...
  • Page 22 2–10 into an electrical outlet 2. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. Refer to the Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation Library CD for more information about the Smart Cover Lock and Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com...

  • Page 23: Installing Additional Memory

    266 MHz. For maximum performance improvement, install identical high-performance DIMMs. ❏ unbuffered PC 2100 266-MHz-compliant CAS Latency 2 or 2.5 (CL = 2 or CL = 2.5) ❏ unbuffered PC 2700 333-MHz-compliant CAS Latency 2.5 (CL = 2.5) www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–11...
  • Page 24 Memory Module Type 200 MHz PC2100 (266 MHz) 200 MHz PC2700 (333 MHz) 266 MHz PC2100 (266 MHz) 266 MHz PC2700 (333 MHz) 333 MHz PC2100 (266 MHz) 333 MHz PC2700 (333 MHz) www.hp.com Actual Memory Frequency Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 25: Preparing The Computer

    WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before touching. Hardware Reference Guide Appendix E, “Electrostatic Discharge” unlock the lock. through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. any external devices. module sockets. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–13...
  • Page 26 Removing a DDR-SDRAM DIMM 1. Press out on both latches of the DIMM socket at the same time. 2. Lift the module from the socket. 2–14 This releases the module and partially pushes it out of the socket. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 27 Open both latches of the memory module socket 1, and insert 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 2–15...

  • Page 28: Replacing Or Upgrading A Drive

    After replacing the primary hard drive, you will need to run the Restore Plus! CD to load the HP factory-installed files. To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive: ■...

  • Page 29: Locating Drive Positions

    2 Second optical drive 3 Diskette drive (optional) *An optical drive is a CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-R/RW, or CD-RW/DVD Combo drive. Hardware Reference Guide 4 Bay for optional 3.5” drive 5 Hard drive 6 Optional hard drive www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–17...

  • Page 30: Removing A Drive

    “Removing the Computer Access Panel and Front more information. as indicated in the following illustrations. www.hp.com Bezel”for Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 31 Hardware Upgrades Disconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables Disconnecting the Hard Drive Cables Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–19...

  • Page 32: Replacing A Drive

    The screws help guide the drive into its proper position in the bay. Extra guide screws are provided on the front of the chassis under the bezel. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 33 Hardware Upgrades 2. Slide the drive into the drive bay, making sure to align the guide screws with the guide slots, until the drive snaps into place. Sliding the Drives into the Drive Cage Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–21...
  • Page 34 Hardware Upgrades 3. Reconnect the power and data cables to the drive as indicated in the following illustrations. Reconnecting the Optical Drive Cables 2–22 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 35 Hardware Upgrades Reconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables Reconnecting the Hard Drive Cables Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–23...
  • Page 36 CD to restore the operating system, software drivers, and/or any software applications that were preinstalled on the computer from HP. Follow the instructions in the guide included with the restore CD. When the restore process has completed, reinstall any personal files that you backed up before replacing the hard drive.

  • Page 37: Removing Or Installing An Expansion Card

    (See “Removing the Computer Access Panel and Front Bezel” for more information.) from the expansion card brackets and expansion slot covers so that they are no longer secured by the lock. the corresponding slot cover. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades 2–25...
  • Page 38 Store the old card in the anti-static packaging that contained the new card. metal slot cover in the opened slot and slide the slot cover lock down to secure the slot cover in place. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 39 If replacing or adding a new AGP card, line the card up with the AGP expansion slot and press firmly on the card so that the whole connector seats properly. The retention arm will secure itself automatically. Computer” section of this chapter. www.hp.com Hardware Upgrades “Reassembling the 2–27...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    HP dx6050 Microtower HP dx6050 Microtower Dimensions Height Width Depth (depth will increase by several inches if the computer is equipped with a port security bracket) Approximate Weight Temperature Range Operating Nonoperating Relative Humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum Altitude (unpressurized)
  • Page 42 Specifications HP dx6050 Microtower Power Supply Operating Voltage Range Rated Voltage Range Rated Line Frequency Power Output Rated Input Current (maximum) A–2 Input Voltage Switch Setting 115 V 90-132 VAC 100-127 VAC 50-60 Hz 240 W 6 A @100 VAC www.hp.com...

  • Page 43: B Hard Drive Installation Guidelines

    Using the Cable-Select Feature with Ultra ATA Devices Optional drives are available from HP in kits that include a special drive cable. The configuration of the drive employs a cable-select feature that identifies the drive as device 0 (master drive) or device 1 (slave drive).
  • Page 44 Install guide screws to ensure that the drive lines up correctly in the drive cage. HP has provided extra guide screws installed in the front of the computer chassis behind the front bezel. Some options use M3 metric hardware. HP-supplied metric screws are black.

  • Page 45: Battery Replacement

    Do not attempt to recharge the battery. Do not expose to temperatures higher than 60°C (140ºF). 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 C–1...
  • Page 46 Smart Cover Sensor. and any external devices, disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, and remove the computer access panel. complete the following instructions to replace the battery. a. Lift the battery out of its holder. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 47 The battery holder automatically secures the battery in the proper position. a. To release the battery from its holder, squeeze the metal clamp that extends above one edge of the battery. b. When the battery pops up, lift it out. www.hp.com Battery Replacement C–3...
  • Page 48 Computer Setup. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide. to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 49: D Security Provisions

    The security locks displayed below and on the following page can be used to secure the computer. Cable Lock Installing a Cable Lock Hardware Reference Guide Security Provisions www.hp.com D–1...

  • Page 50: Padlock

    Security Provisions Padlock Installing a Padlock D–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 51: Universal Chassis Clamp Lock

    Security Provisions Universal Chassis Clamp Lock Without Security Cable 1. Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock. Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com D–3...
  • Page 52 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 D–4 the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 53: 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 Provisions D–5...
  • Page 54 3. Screw the lock to the chassis using the screw provided. 4. Insert the plug end of the security cable into the lock and push the D–6 button in to engage the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 55: Port Security Bracket

    Insert the tabs on the upper edge of the bottom section of the bracket into the slots on the rear of the computer. Push in 2 until the bottom section of the bracket locks in place. www.hp.com Security Provisions D–7...
  • Page 56 3. Position the outer portion of the top section of the bracket so that D–8 all cables fit through the slots provided 1, then lower the inner portion so that the bracket hooks onto the computer 2. www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...
  • Page 57 Security Provisions Installed Port Security Bracket Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com D–9...

  • Page 58: Removing The Port Security Bracket

    1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to 2. Loosen the thumbscrew on the rear of the computer 1, slide the D–10 unlock the lock. Refer to the Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation Library CD for more information about the Smart Cover Lock.
  • Page 59 3. Release the latches inside the computer 1 that secure the top 4. Unplug all cables from the rear of the computer. Hardware Reference Guide section of the bracket to the computer and remove the top section of the bracket 2. www.hp.com Security Provisions D–11...
  • Page 60 Security Provisions 5. Remove the bottom section of the bracket. D–12 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 61: E 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 E–1...
  • Page 62 If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, contact a HP-authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ✎ For more information on static electricity, contact a HP-authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. E–2 Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations.

  • Page 63: F 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 64: 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. F–2 Do not move the drive during operation. This may cause it to malfunction during reading.

  • Page 65: 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, F–3...
  • Page 67 1–5 electrostatic discharge 2–1 expansion card installation 2–25 expansion slots 2–25 FailSafe key 2–2 front bezel removing 2–7 replacing 2–8 front panel components 1–2 function keys 1–4 1–5 hard drive activity light 1–2 installation guidelines B–1 www.hp.com Index E–1 Index–1...
  • Page 68 2–24 security lock provisions D–1 serial number location 1–7 Smart Cover FailSafe key 2–2 lock 2–2 removing 2–4 specifications A–1 status lights 1–4 1–5 USB 1–2 Windows Logo key 1–6 Windows Logo keys 1–4 www.hp.com 1–5 Hardware Reference Guide...

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