Compaq Evo w4000 CMT Hardware Reference Manual
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- Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide Evo Workstation W4000 Convertible Minitower Models Document Part Number: 244947-002 January 2002 This book provides basic information for upgrading this series of computers.
- Page 2 © 2002 Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq, the Compaq logo, and Evo are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, Pentium, Intel Inside, and Celeron are trademarks of Intel Corporation. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Serial Number Location ..........1–7 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration ..... . . 1–7 Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration . - Page 4 Contents Installing Additional Drives ..........2–14 Installing a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or other Removable Storage Device.
- Page 5 F Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation Routine Computer Care..........F–1 CD-ROM Drive Precautions .
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Page 6: Product Features
Standard Configuration Features The Compaq Evo™ Workstation W4000 can be easily converted to a desktop. Features may vary depending on your model. For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed on your computer, run Compaq Diagnostics for Windows or the INSPECT utility (available on some models). -
Page 7: Front Panel Components
Product Features Front Panel Components Front Panel Components Diskette Drive Activity Light Dual-State Power Button Power-On Light CD-ROM Eject Button CD-ROM Drive Busy Indicator 1–2 Diskette Eject Button Hard Drive Activity Light Headphone Connector USB Connector Microphone Connector Hardware Reference Guide... -
Page 8: Rear Panel Components
Rear Panel Components Rear Panel Components* Power Cord Connector Mouse Connector Keyboard Connector Universal Serial Bus (USB) Connector Serial Connector (COM1) Ethernet RJ-45 Connector *Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model. Hardware Reference Guide Parallel Connector Monitor Connector Headphone/Line-out Connector Line-in Audio Connector Microphone Connector... -
Page 9: Using The Keyboard
Product Features Using the Keyboard Compaq Easy Access Keyboard Components Ctrl Windows Logo Key* Application Key* Internet Keys *Keys available in select geographic regions. 1–4 Used in combination with another key; its effect depends on the application software you are using. Used to open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows. -
Page 10: Windows Logo Key
Compaq Easy Access Keyboard Components (Continued) Editing Keys Num Lock light Caps Lock light Scroll Lock light Windows Logo Key Use the Windows Logo Key in combination with other keys to perform certain functions available in the Windows operating systems. Windows Logo Key + Windows Logo Key + Windows Logo Key +... -
Page 11: Reprogramming The Easy Access Buttons
Product Features Reprogramming the Easy Access Buttons The Easy Access Keyboard icon is located on the Windows desktop status bar. Refer to the Readme-user.txt file for instructions about reprogramming the Easy Access Buttons. Locking and Unlocking the Easy Access Buttons The System Administrator can lock and unlock the Easy Access Buttons. -
Page 12: Serial Number Location
Compaq customer service for assistance. Serial Number Location Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the 2. Remove the computer access panel as described in the section 3. - Page 13 7. Before you install each drive into the chassis, turn it so that it is ✎ The diskette drive should always be placed in the bay nearest the top of the chassis in the desktop configuration for proper drive clearance and access. 1–8 (green) drivelock 1 as shown.
- Page 14 Installing a Drive in the Desktop Configuration 8. Gently slide the drive into the bay. When the drive is properly Ä CAUTION: The use of unnecessary force may result in damage to the drives. 9. Reconnect all power and data cables to the drives in the 5.25-inch 10.
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Page 15: Changing From A Desktop To A Minitower Configuration
1–10 it (rotate it 180°) with the logo plate in the proper orientation for the desktop configuration, then snap it back into the subpanel. computer and any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. - Page 16 4. Disconnect all power and data cables from the drives in the 5. To release the drives from the 5.25-inch drive bay, press the short Activating the Drivelock (Shown from the Rear of the Chassis) 6. While pressing the drivelock, pull the drives out of the drive bay. Hardware Reference Guide 5.25-inch drive bays.
- Page 17 Product Features 7. Before you install each drive into the chassis, turn it so that it is in ✎ The diskette drive should always be placed in the bay nearest the internal 3.5-inch drives in the minitower configuration for proper clearance within the chassis.
- Page 18 11. Remove the chrome logo plate from the subpanel and reposition Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 12. Replace the subpanel, front bezel, and the computer access panel. 13. Reconnect the external equipment.
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Page 19: Hardware Upgrades
Installation Sequence It is very important that you follow this sequence of steps to ensure the proper installation of any optional equipment. 1. If your computer includes the Smart Cover Lock feature and you 2. If the computer is already on, turn it off and disconnect the power Å... -
Page 20: 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 21 Ä CAUTION: The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from Compaq. Be prepared; order this key before you need one. To obtain a FailSafe Key: To open the access panel: 1. Turn off the computer and any external devices. 2.
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Page 22: Removing The Computer Access Panel
Hardware Upgrades Removing the Computer Access Panel Before removing the access panel, lay the computer down on its large base for greater stability. 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, see the previous 2. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the 3. -
Page 23: Removing The Front Bezel
Removing the Front Bezel 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to 2. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the 3. Push up on the two release tabs 1 , then rotate the front bezel Removing the Front Bezel ✎... -
Page 24: Removing Bezel Blanks
Hardware Upgrades Removing Bezel Blanks 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to 2. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the 3. Remove the computer access panel. Remove the front bezel. 4. Gently pull the subpanel, with the bezel blanks secured in it, Ä... -
Page 25: System Board
Installing Additional Memory Depending on your model, the computer comes with either synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) or double data rate (DDR)-SDRAM DIMMs. The memory sockets on the Intel 845 chipset-based system board can be populated with industry-standard SDRAM or DDR-SDRAM DIMMs. -
Page 26: Ddr-Sdram Dimms
Hardware Upgrades DDR-SDRAM DIMMs For proper system operation, if your system supports DDR-SDRAM DIMMs, the DIMMs must be industry-standard 184-pin, unbuffered PC 1600 200 Mhz- or PC2100 266 Mhz-compliant DDR-SDRAM DIMMs. The DDR-SDRAM DIMMs must support CAS Latency 2 or 2.5 (CL = 2 or CL = 2.5). They must also contain the mandatory JEDEC SPD information. - Page 27 4. Open both latches of the memory module socket 1 and insert the Installing a DIMM ✎ This illustration depicts a DDR-SDRAM DIMM. An SDRAM DIMM has two notches on its base. 5. Begin by installing a module into the socket nearest the 6.
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Page 28: Installing Or Removing An Expansion Card
Hardware Upgrades Installing or Removing an Expansion Card Your computer contains expansion slots that can be used to upgrade or add components to your computer. Removing an Expansion Slot Cover 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to 2. -
Page 29: Removing Or Installing An Expansion Card
Removing or Installing an Expansion Card 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to 2. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the 3. Remove the computer access panel. 4. If installing an expansion card, skip to step 11. 5. - Page 30 Hardware Upgrades Removing or Installing an Expansion Card ✎ When you install an expansion card, make sure you press firmly on the card so that the whole connector seats properly in the expansion card slot. 13. Replace the screw at the side of the expansion slot. 14.
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Page 31: Drive Positions
Drive Positions Desktop and Minitower Drive Positions 1 Two 5.25-inch, half-height bays for optional drives (labeled as 2 One standard 3.5-inch, 1.44-MB diskette drive mounted with a 3 Two internal 3.5-inch, one-third height bays for hard drives To verify the type and size of the storage devices installed in your computer, run Compaq Computer Setup. -
Page 32: Installing Additional Drives
Hardware Upgrades Installing Additional Drives The computer supports up to five drives which may be installed in various configurations. When installing additional drives, follow these guidelines: Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive: Installing a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or other Removable Storage Device 1. - Page 33 Be sure the guide screws line up with the guide slots in the drive cage. Aligning the Guide Screws and Installing an Optional 5.25-Inch Drive on a Minitower (top) and a Desktop (bottom) Hardware Reference Guide of the drive cage 2 ; the drivelock automatically secures the drive in the bay.
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Page 34: Installing A 3.5-Inch Drive Into A 5.25-Inch Drive Bay
Hardware Upgrades 5. Connect the drive power 1 and signal 2 cables and, if it is a Connecting the Drive Cables 6. Remove the appropriate bezel blank from the subpanel inside the 7. Replace the computer access panel. 8. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. See the section Installing a 3.5-Inch Drive into a 5.25-Inch Drive Bay 1. - Page 35 5. Insert the drive into the adapter 2 so that the guide screw aligns 6. Snap on the brace 1 and attach the drive bezel 3 to the front of Attaching a 3.5-Inch Drive to the 5.25-Inch Adapter Hardware Reference Guide in the slot, and then attach with two retaining screws.
- Page 36 ✎ The primary 3.5-inch diskette drive should only be installed into bay 3. Bay 3 is the topmost bay in the desktop configuration. Aligning the Guide Screws and Installing an Adapter with a 3.5-Inch Drive on a Minitower (top) and a Desktop (bottom) 2–18...
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Page 37: Installing A Hard Drive Into A 3.5-Inch Drive Bay
9. Connect the drive power 1 and signal 2 cables. Connecting the Drive Cables 10. Remove the appropriate bezel blank from the subpanel inside the 11. Replace the computer access panel. 12. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. See the section Installing a Hard Drive into a 3.5-inch Drive Bay ✎... - Page 38 Hardware Upgrades 4. Install two guide screws on each side of the drive 1 . 5. Install a hard drive into the 3.5-inch bay; refer to the following Installing a Hard Drive into the Hard Drive Bay 6. Connect the power cable 1 and signal cable 2 to the hard drive. Connecting the Power Cable and Signal Cable 2–20 illustration.
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Page 39: Removing A Drive From The Drive Bay
7. Connect the opposite end of the cables to the appropriate system 8. Replace the computer access panel. 9. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. See the section Removing a Drive from the Drive Bay 1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to 2. - Page 40 Hardware Upgrades 5. Press drivelock mechanisms ( 1 or 2 ) to unlock the drive in the Drivelock 1 Secures the 5.25-Inch Drives in the Desktop and Drivelock 2 Secures All Drives in the Minitower (Shown from the Rear of the Chassis) 2–22...
- Page 41 Hardware Upgrades 6. While pressing the drivelock, pull the drive out of the drive bay. Removing a Drive from the 5.25-Inch Drive Bay 7. Remove the drive from the drive bay and store in anti-static packaging. Hardware Reference Guide 2–23...
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Page 42: Specifications
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 Operating Voltage Range Rated Voltage Range* Rated Line Frequency Power Output Rated Input Current (maximum)* Heat Dissipation Maximum Nominal... -
Page 43: System Board
Specifications System Board System board components ✎ On the W4000 workstation, the number of DIMM sockets 8 will vary depending on the type of DIMM supported. System boards that support SDRAM DIMMs will have three DIMM sockets, whereas DDR-SDRAM boards will only have two DIMM sockets. PCI sockets Headphone/microphone connector AGP graphics socket... -
Page 44: 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 (primary drive) or device 1 (secondary drive). -
Page 45: Guidelines For Installing Ultra Ata Devices
Hard Drive Installation Guidelines Guidelines for Installing Ultra ATA Devices When installing additional Ultra ATA drives, follow these guidelines: 80-Conductor Ultra ATA Cable 1 Device 0 (master drive) connector 2 Device 1(slave drive) connector 3 System board connector B–2 If using multiple Ultra ATA devices, split the between the primary and secondary Ultra ATA channels for optimum performance. -
Page 46: 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: Hardware Reference Guide A single Ultra SCSI controller supports up to seven SCSI devices per channel. - Page 47 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. 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.
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Page 48: Guidelines For Installing Optional Scsi Devices
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. When replacing a hard drive, the replacement drive should be of the same type as the drive being removed. -
Page 49: Scsi Cables
Hard Drive Installation Guidelines SCSI Cables The front drive bays are available for installing or connecting mass storage SCSI devices. Using a SCSI Cable Select models ship with a multimode SCSI cable that supports Low Voltage Differential (LVD) or single-ended devices. The cable accommodates up to three SCSI devices in the front drive bay area (UATA models do not have the SCSI cable). -
Page 50: Choosing The Quiet Drive Options
A menu displays with the following options: ✎ For additional information about configuring POST message display status, refer to the Computer Setup Guide on the Reference Library CD. Choosing the Quiet Drive Options ✎ The Quiet Drive is an optional feature and may or may not be included on your computer. - Page 51 Hard Drive Installation Guidelines To determine if your computer contains a Quiet Drive or to activate Quiet mode, complete the following steps: 1. Turn on or restart the computer. If you are in Windows, click 2. When the F10 = Setup message displays in the lower-right corner ✎...
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Page 52: C Rtc Battery Replacement
The battery that comes with your computer provides power to the real-time clock (RTC) and has a minimum lifetime of about three years. When replacing the RTC 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 53 RTC 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 54 Ä CAUTION: For proper operation, position the battery with the positive (+) side up. Follow the battery handling precautions/warnings documented at the beginning of this section. Type 2 Removing a Coin Cell Battery (Type 2) Hardware Reference Guide b. Slide the replacement battery into position, positive (+) side up.
- Page 55 RTC Battery Replacement Ä CAUTION: For proper operation, position the battery with the positive (+) side up. Follow the battery handling precautions/warnings documented at the beginning of this section. Replacing a Coin Cell Battery (Type 2) ✎ After the battery has been replaced, use the following steps to complete this procedure.
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Page 56: D Security Lock Provisions
Installing a Security Lock There are several different security locks that may be used to secure the computer. The following illustrations portray some of the available security provisions which vary by model. Because of chassis differences, the slots may be located in a different position than shown. - Page 57 Security Lock Provisions Installing Compaq Type 2 Security Bracket (may vary by model) Å WARNING: To avoid injury, use care in handling the separated pieces of the security bracket; metal edges may be sharp. Be sure to install the bracket so that sharp edges do not extend from the edges of the computer chassis.
- Page 58 Security Lock Provisions Installing a Cable Lock with a Compaq Type 2 Bracket (may vary by model) Å WARNING: To avoid injury, use care in handling the separated pieces of the security bracket; metal edges may be sharp. Be sure to install the bracket so that sharp edges do not extend from the edges of the computer chassis.
- Page 59 Security Lock Provisions Installing a Cable Lock (may vary by model) Installing a Cable Lock (may vary by model) D–4 Hardware Reference Guide...
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Page 60: 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 61 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.
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Page 62: 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 63: 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 64: 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 65: Index
Keyboard 1–4 Rear Panel 1–3 1–11 computer access panel removing 2–4 computer care F–1 Configuration desktop 1–7 minitower 1–10 Configuration Features 1–1 DDR-SDRAM (double data rate synchronous dynamic random access memory) 2–7 DDR-SDRAM DIMMs installing 2–8 DIMMs (dual inline memory modules) installing 2–7... - Page 66 Index Rear Panel Components 1–3 removing a drive 2–21 an expansion card 2–10 an expansion slot cover 2–10 bezel blanks 2–6 computer access panel 2–4 front bezel 2–5 SCSI controller B–5 SCSI device guidelines B–3 SCSISelect utility B–6 Index–2 SDRAM (synchronous dynamic random access memory) 2–7 security Smart Cover Lock 2–2...