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HP Vectra VL6 8 Hardware Manual

HP Vectra VL6 8 Hardware Manual

Replacing hardware components
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Accessory Board(s)
System Board
Main Memory
Main Memory
System Board
Floppy Disk Drive
CD-ROM Drive
HP Vectra VL 8

Replacing Hardware Components

For information about upgrading your PC and installing accessories,
refer to the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide, available on HP's web
site at
www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport
Power Supply
Hard Disk Drive
Accessory Board(s)
.
CD-ROM Drive
Floppy Disk Drive
Hard Disk Drive(s)
Power Supply

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  • Page 1: Replacing Hardware Components

    Floppy Disk Drive CD-ROM Drive HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components For information about upgrading your PC and installing accessories, refer to the Upgrade and Maintenance Guide, available on HP’s web site at www.hp.com/go/vectrasupport Power Supply Hard Disk Drive...

  • Page 2: Before Starting

    Please return used batteries to the shop from which you bought them, or to the dealer from which you purchased your PC, or to HP, so that they can either be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound way.

  • Page 3: Removing And Replacing The Cover

    If necessary, unlock the cover using the key provided with the PC. b Lift the two latches on the sides of the PC upwards. c Slide the cover forwards and off the PC. HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Removing and Replacing the Cover English...
  • Page 4 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Removing and Replacing the Cover Replacing the Cover 1 Ensure that all internal cables are properly connected and safely routed. 2 Ensure that the cover lock is unlocked. 3 Desktop a Lower the cover onto the computer (aligning the front of the cover with the inner front edge of the computer frame), and firmly slide it forwards into position.
  • Page 5 4 First insert the rear of the new airflow guide to engage the hinges, then lower it into place. 5 Reconnect the airflow guide cable to the backplane. 6 Replace the cover (described in this chapter). HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Airflow Guide (Minitower Only) Step 3 English...

  • Page 6: Replacing The Power Supply

    HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Power Supply Replacing the Power Supply WARNING To avoid electric shock, do not open the power supply. There are no user- serviceable parts inside. 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter).
  • Page 7 4 Replace the cover (described in this chapter). 5 Select the correct voltage setting for your country, if required. In the Minitower 1 Remove the four screws securing the power supply. HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Power Supply English...
  • Page 8 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Power Supply 2 Slide the old power supply forwards and rotate it out of the PC. 3 Insert the new power supply into the PC and ensure it is correctly positioned.

  • Page 9: Replacing A Memory Module

    HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing a Memory Module Replacing a Memory Module 1 Remove the PC’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 If you have a minitower, lay it on its side. 3 Open the two tabs and remove the old memory module (if required).

  • Page 10: Replacing An Accessory Board

    HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing an Accessory Board Replacing an Accessory Board 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the airflow guide if necessary. 3 Remove the retaining bracket. Desktop Minitower English...
  • Page 11 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing an Accessory Board 4 Hold the old accessory board firmly and carefully pull it out. 5 Aligning the new board carefully, slide it into position and press it firmly into the slot.
  • Page 12 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing an Accessory Board 7 The accessory board may need a special connection, such as: Network board to the RPO/RWU (Remote Power On/Remote • Wake UP) connector or the WOL (Wake on LAN) connector.

  • Page 13: Which Drive Connectors To Use

    Master (end) connector Ultra ATA IDE HDD cable Slave (middle) connector Wide (16-bit) SCSI Connectors Power Connectors HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components IDE CD-ROM cable Master (end) connector Number in Desktop (3 devices max.) Which Drive Connectors To Use...
  • Page 14 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Which Drive Connectors To Use Minitower Connectors for 3.5-inch Floppy Drive or Tape Drive (Non-IDE) Connector for 5.25-inch Floppy Drive (Non-IDE) Wide (16-bit) SCSI Connectors Power Connectors English Ultra ATA IDE HDD cable...

  • Page 15: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    4 Remove the drive by sliding it forward about 1.5 cm ( lifting it up and out of the PC. 5 Remove the drive from the tray. HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Hard Disk Drive ½...
  • Page 16 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 6 Align the new hard drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and tighten the screws. Install the new drive and replace the retaining bracket. 8 Attach the data and power connectors.
  • Page 17 7 Replace the drive tray and metal latch. 8 Attach the data and power connectors. 9 Replace the power supply and cover (described in this chapter). HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Hard Disk Drive Securing 5.25-inch...
  • Page 18 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Hard Disk Drive In the Minitower’s Rear Shelf 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Unscrew the access plate on the rear on the computer. 3 Remove the drive’s connectors.
  • Page 19 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Hard Disk Drive In the Minitower’s Front Shelf 1 Remove the PC’s cover and power supply (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the drive’s connectors. 3 Remove the old drive from the PC.
  • Page 20 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 5 Align the new hard drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and tighten the screws. 6 With the tray facing upward, carefully insert the drive into the PC and slide it into place.
  • Page 21 3 Remove the old drive’s connectors. (If there is another drive in the same bay, remove its connectors too.) HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the CD-ROM, DVD, Tape or Zip Drive on the label on your...
  • Page 22 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the CD-ROM, DVD, Tape or Zip Drive 4 Push the two catches (indicated by the front drive unit down and then slide the unit out, holding it with both hands. 5 Carefully place the unit on its side and remove the top mounting bracket.
  • Page 23 14 Replace the cover (described in this chapter). In the Minitower 1 Remove the computer’s cover and front panel (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the old drive’s connectors. HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the CD-ROM, DVD, Tape or Zip Drive English...
  • Page 24 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the CD-ROM, DVD, Tape or Zip Drive 3 Remove the screws that secure the old drive in place and remove the drive. 4 Align the new drive in the tray (with the correct orientation) and replace the screws.

  • Page 25: Replacing The Floppy Drive

    4 Remove the mounting brackets from the old floppy drive. 5 Position the mounting brackets onto the new drive, aligning them properly so that they click into place. HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Floppy Drive English...
  • Page 26 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Floppy Drive 6 Slide the floppy drive back into the PC. 7 Attach the data and power connectors. 8 Replace the cover (described in this chapter). In the Minitower 1 Remove the computer’s cover and front panel (described in this chapter).
  • Page 27 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Floppy Drive 6 Slide the drive back into the PC and secure the drive with the screws provided. 7 Attach the data and power connectors. 8 Replace the cover and front panel (described in this chapter).

  • Page 28: Replacing The Processor

    HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Processor Replacing the Processor 1 Remove the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the old processor. 3 Install the new processor and clip it into place. 4 If the new processor is a different speed, ensure that the system board switches are correctly set for your processor speed.

  • Page 29: Replacing The System Board

    Minitower: Remove the airflow guide (described in this chapter). 4 Remove the main memory, processor and any power or data connectors from the old system board (described in this chapter). HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the System Board English...
  • Page 30 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the System Board 5 Remove the old system board by rotating the lever upwards and then sliding the board out of the PC. 6 First ensure the lever is open, then carefully slide the new system board into the PC, aligning the board with the rear connector bracket correctly.
  • Page 31 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the System Board 9 Desktop: Replace the lower bracket. Minitower: Replace the airflow guide (described in this chapter). 10 Replace the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). English...
  • Page 32 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Status Panel (Desktop Only) Replacing the Status Panel (Desktop Only) 1 Remove the computer’s cover and front panel (described in this chapter). 2 Remove the status panel’s power connector from the system board (to find out where this connector is, refer to the diagram on page 12).
  • Page 33 3 From inside the PC, gently push the power switch outwards until it is released. 4 Insert the power switch and reconnect the power connector. 5 Replace the computer’s cover (described in this chapter). HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Power Switch (Minitower Only) English...
  • Page 34 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Fan (Desktop Only) Replacing the Fan (Desktop Only) 1 Remove the computer’s cover and front panel (described in this chapter). 2 Before removing the fan, remove the system board, the status panel (described in this chapter) and the fan’s power connection to the...
  • Page 35 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Replacing the Fan (Desktop Only) 5 Attach the four rubber pins to the new fan. 6 Attach the new fan to the fan unit. 7 Slide the fan unit back into the PC until it clips into position.

  • Page 36: Changing The Battery

    HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Changing the Battery Changing the Battery You should order replacement battery HP 1420-0356 from your local Sales and Service office, or a “CR2032 type” battery, which is available from most local stores. After removing the computer’s cover: 1 Remove the old battery by lifting it clear of the battery holder with a screwdriver (note the position of the cross).
  • Page 37 HP Vectra VL 8 Replacing Hardware Components Changing the Battery External Battery You can also install an external battery in the PC, which you can order from your authorized reseller. Install the external battery as follows: 1 After removing the computer’s cover, connect the external battery cable to the battery connector on the system board.
  • Page 38 Part Number 5969-1975 Printed in France 06/99...

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