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Compaq Evo D310 MT Hardware Reference Manual

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Hardware Reference Guide
Microtower Model
Compaq Evo Family
Document Part Number: 274620-001
May 2002
This book provides basic information for upgrading this series of
computers.

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  • Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide Microtower Model Compaq Evo Family Document Part Number: 274620-001 May 2002 This book provides basic information for upgrading this series of computers.
  • Page 2 © 2002 Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Evo are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the U.S. and/or other countries. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Intel, Pentium, Intel Inside, and Celeron are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Product Features Standard Configuration Features......... . 1–1 Front Panel Components .
  • Page 4 Contents B Hard Drive Installation Guidelines Using the Cable-Select Feature with Ultra ATA Devices..... . . B–1 Guidelines for Installing Ultra ATA Devices ......B–1 SCSI Devices.

  • Page 5: Product Features

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

  • Page 6: Front Panel Components

    Product Features Front Panel Components Front Panel Components CD-ROM, CD-R/RW, DVD-ROM or DVD-R/RW drive CD-ROM drive activity light Diskette drive Diskette drive activity light Power On light Microphone Connector (optional) 1–2 CD-ROM drive eject button Diskette eject button Power button Hard drive activity light USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports (optional)

  • Page 7: Rear Panel Components

    Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components Power Cord connector Voltage Select Switch Mouse connector Keyboard Connector Universal Serial Bus (USB) Serial Connector (COM1) RJ-45 Connector ✎ Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model. ✎ The monitor connector on the system board is inactive if an AGP expansion card is installed in the personal computer.

  • Page 8: Easy Access Keyboard

    Product Features Easy Access Keyboard Compaq Easy Access Keyboard Components Function Keys Easy Access Buttons Editing Keys Status Lights Numeric Keys Arrow Keys Application Key* 1–4 Performs special functions depending on the software application being used. Provides quick access to specific Internet destinations Includes the following: Insert, Home, Page Up, Delete, End, and Page Down.

  • Page 9: Customizing The Easy Access Buttons

    Compaq Easy Access Keyboard Components (Continued) Windows Logo Key* Ctrl Key *Keys available in select geographic regions. Customizing the Easy Access Buttons All Easy Access Buttons can be reprogrammed to open any software application or data file on your hard drive, or any Internet address. To reprogram the Easy Access Buttons, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 10: Windows Logo Key

    Most software applications support the use of a mouse. The functions assigned to each mouse button depend on the software applications you are using. 1–6 Displays or hides the Start menu Displays the Desktop Minimizes all open applications Undoes Minimize All Launches My Computer Launches Find Document...

  • Page 11: Serial Number Location

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

  • Page 12: Hardware Upgrades

    Serviceability Features Your computer includes features that make it easier 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 13: Removing The Computer Access Panel

    Hardware Upgrades 1. Open the computer by removing its outside cover. See the 2. Install any optional equipment. See the applicable sections of this 3. Replace the computer access panel. 4. Turn on the monitor, computer, and any devices you want to test. 5.
  • Page 14 Ä CAUTION: Before removing the computer access panel, ensure that the computer is turned off and that the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet. 3. Loosen the captive thumbscrew 1 that secures the access panel to 4. Slide the access panel 2 back about 1 inch (2.5 cm), then lift it ✎...
  • Page 15 Hardware Upgrades 5. Remove the front bezel by gently prying the top section 1 of the bezel away from the chassis, then pulling the bottom section 2. Removing the Front Bezel 2–4 Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 16: Installing Additional Memory

    Installing Additional Memory The computer comes with Double Data Rate-Synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR-SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). DIMMs The memory sockets on the system board can be populated with industry-standard DIMMs. These memory module slots are populated with at least one preinstalled memory module.

  • Page 17: Installing Ddr-Sdram Dimms

    Hardware Upgrades Installing DDR-SDRAM DIMMs Ä CAUTION: Your memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. When upgrading your 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 18 Hardware Upgrades Installing a DIMM Begin by installing a module into the socket nearest the preinstalled module, and install the modules following the numerical order of the sockets. A memory module can be installed in only one way. Match the notch on the module with the tab on the memory socket.

  • Page 19: Removing Or Upgrading A Drive

    Hardware Upgrades Removing or Upgrading a Drive The computer supports up to four drives which may be installed in various configurations. This section describes the procedure for replacing or upgrading the storage drives. A Torx or Flathead screwdriver is needed to replace a drive.

  • Page 20: Locating Drive Positions

    Locating Drive Positions Drive Positions 1 Optical drive 2 Second optical drive 3 Diskette drive 4 Hard drive ✎ An optical drive is a CD-ROM, CD-RW, or DVD-ROM drive. Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades 2–9...

  • Page 21: Removing A Drive

    Hardware Upgrades Removing A Drive 1. Shut down the operating system properly, then power off the 2. Remove the front bezel. 3. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive, Disconnecting the Optical Drive Cables 2–10 computer, disconnect the power cord from the power outlet, and remove the access panel.
  • Page 22 Hardware Upgrades Disconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables Disconnecting the Hard Drive Cables Hardware Reference Guide 2–11...
  • Page 23 Hardware Upgrades 4. A latch drive bracket with release tabs 1 secures the drives in the Removing a Drive 5. Remove the four screws, two from each side, from the old drive. 2–12 drive bay. 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.

  • Page 24: Replacing A Drive

    Replacing a Drive Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive: 1. Install the four guide screws (two on each side) that were 2. Slide the drive into the drive bay 1, making sure to align the Sliding the Drive into the Drive Cage Hardware Reference Guide If you are inserting or removing a hard drive, shut down the...
  • Page 25 Hardware Upgrades 3. Reconnect the power and data cables to the drive as indicated in Reconnecting the Optical Drive Cables Reconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables 2–14 the following illustrations. Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 26: Removing Or Installing An Expansion Card

    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! Removing or Installing an Expansion Card A Phillips screwdriver is needed to remove, replace, or add an expansion card.
  • Page 27 Hardware Upgrades 2. On the rear of the computer an expansion bracket cover secures Removing the Screw and Expansion Bracket Cover 3. Inside the computer, locate the expansion slots on the system 4. If removing an expansion card, hold the card at each end, 2–16 the expansion slots.
  • Page 28 Hardware Upgrades Removing an Expansion Card 5. If not replacing the old expansion card with a new expansion card, install the expansion slot cover to close the open slot. Insert the metal slot cover in the opened slot and install a screw to the top of the cover to secure it in place.
  • Page 29 Hardware Upgrades 6. If replacing or adding a new expansion card, align the edge of the Replacing or Adding an Expansion Card ✎ When installing an expansion card, press firmly on the card so that the whole connector seats properly in the expansion card slot. 7.
  • Page 30 Hardware Upgrades 8. Replace the expansion cover bracket 1 and screw 2. Replacing the Expansion Bracket Cover 9. Complete the procedure described in “Reassembling the Computer” section of this chapter. Hardware Reference Guide 2–19...

  • Page 31: Reassembling The Computer

    Hardware Upgrades Reassembling the Computer 1. Position the chassis in the upright position. At an angle, align the Replacing the Front Bezel 2–20 lower end of the front bezel with the botton end of the chassis so that front bezel hooks onto the chassis 1, then press the top end of the bezel to the chassis until it snaps into place 2.
  • Page 32 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 thumbscrew is aligned with the hole in the chassis 2 and replace the thumbscrew.
  • Page 33 Hardware Upgrades 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.

  • Page 34: Specifications

    Compaq Evo™ D300 Series Microtower Microtower 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 Heat Dissipation Maximum Nominal Hardware Reference Guide Specifications 14.5 in 36.8 cm 6.88in 17.5 cm...
  • Page 35 Specifications Compaq Evo™ D300 Series Microtower (Continued) Power Supply Operating Voltage Range Rated Voltage Range* Rated Line Frequency Power Output Rated Input Current (maximum)* *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 36: B Hard Drive Installation Guidelines

    Hard Drive Installation Guidelines Using the Cable-Select Feature with Ultra ATA Devices Optional drives are available from Compaq 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 37 Hard Drive Installation Guidelines 80-Conductor Ultra ATA Cable B–2 80-conductor Ultra ATA cable: ❏ 18 inches maximum total length, 80-conductor cable with maximum spacing of 6 inches between Device 0 and Device 1. Device 0 (master drive) connector Device 1 (slave drive) connector System board connector For optimal performance, connect hard drives to the primary controller.

  • Page 38: Scsi Devices

    SCSI Devices This section contains information relating to SCSI device guidelines and installation. Guidelines for Using SCSI Devices When installing and operating SCSI devices, you must follow these guidelines: ✎ For Small Form Factor models, a single device cable is the only cable that is supported.
  • Page 39 Hard Drive Installation Guidelines For additional information about optional SCSI devices, refer to the documentation included with the device or contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. B–4 Every SCSI chain or circuit must be terminated (closed) at both ends.

  • Page 40: Guidelines For Installing Optional Scsi Devices

    Ä CAUTION: Do not route cables near the air intake to the power supply. Cables routed in this manner can block airflow to the power supply, causing it to overheat. Guidelines for Installing Optional SCSI Devices ✎ If you mix Ultra ATA and SCSI hard drives in the same system, the Ultra ATA drive will be the boot drive unless the boot order is changed in the F10 Setup.

  • Page 41: Scsi Controllers

    Hard Drive Installation Guidelines SCSI Controllers Select models such as workstations ship with an integrated single channel Ultra 160 SCSI controller with an internal connector on the system board. SCSI Cables The front drive bays are available for installing or connecting mass storage SCSI devices.

  • Page 42: Using Scsiselect With Scsi Devices

    Using SCSISelect with SCSI Devices The SCSI host adapter includes the SCSISelect utility to configure the host adapter and to run SCSI disk utilities. To run the SCSISelect utility: A menu displays with the following options: ✎ For additional information about configuring POST message display status, refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the Compaq Documentation Library CD.

  • Page 43: Choosing The Quiet Drive Options

    Hard Drive Installation Guidelines Choosing the Quiet Drive Options ✎ The Quiet Drive is an optional feature and may or may not be included on your computer. If this computer is equipped with a Quiet Drive or, if you choose to install a Quiet Drive, you may configure the drive to operate in Quiet mode or Performance mode (default).
  • Page 44 Hard Drive Installation Guidelines ✎ If the Quiet Drive option is not displayed, your computer does not contain a Quiet drive. 7. To apply and save changes, select File > Save Changes. Hardware Reference Guide B–9...

  • Page 45: Battery Replacement

    The battery that comes with your computer provides power to the real-time clock and has a minimum lifetime of about three years. When replacing the battery, use a battery equivalent to the battery originally installed on your computer. Your computer comes with a 3-volt lithium coin cell battery.
  • Page 46 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. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to 2.
  • Page 47 Type 2 Removing a Coin Cell Battery (Type 2) Hardware Reference Guide b. Slide the replacement battery into position, positive side up. 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.
  • Page 48 Battery Replacement Replacing a Coin Cell Battery (Type 2) ✎ After the battery has been replaced, use the following steps to complete this procedure. 5. Replace the computer cover or access panel. 6. Plug in the computer and turn on power to the computer. 7.

  • Page 49: D Security Lock Provisions

    Installing a Security Lock The security locks displayed below and on the following page may be used to secure the microtower computer. Installing a Kensington Cable Lock on the Compaq Evo D300 Series Microtower Hardware Reference Guide Security Lock Provisions D–1...
  • Page 50 Security Lock Provisions Installing a Padlock on the Compaq Evo D300 Series Microtower D–2 Hardware Reference Guide...

  • Page 51: E 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: Grounding Methods There are several methods for grounding.
  • Page 52 Electrostatic Discharge If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. ✎ For more information on static electricity, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. E–2 Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Cd-Rom Drive Precautions

    Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation CD-ROM Drive Precautions Be sure to observe the following guidelines while operating or cleaning your CD-ROM drive. Operation Cleaning Safety If any object or liquid falls into the drive, immediately unplug the computer and have it checked by an authorized Compaq service provider.

  • Page 55: Shipping Preparation

    Shipping Preparation Follow these suggestions when preparing to ship your computer: 1. Back up the hard drive files on PD discs, tape cartridges, or ✎ The hard drive locks automatically when the system power is turned off. 2. Remove and store any program diskettes from the diskette drives. 3.
  • Page 56 access panel removing 2–3 replacing 2–21 backup files 2–8 2–15 battery replacement C–1 CD-R/RW drive installation 2–8 CD-ROM drive installation 2–8 Components Keyboard 1–4 components front panel 1–2 rear panel 1–3 computer access panel, removing 2–2 computer care F–1 diskette drive 1–2 activity light 1–2 eject button 1–2 installation 2–8...
  • Page 57 Index optical drives 2–9 B–2 activity light 1–2 eject button 1–2 power button 1–2 light 1–2 power cord connecting 2–22 Quiet Drive B–8 rear panel components 1–3 removing computer access panel 2–2 restoring software 2–15 Index–2 SCSI controller B–6 SCSI device guidelines B–3 SCSISelect utility B–7 security lock provisions D–1...

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