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- Page 1 Hardware Reference Guide HP ProDesk 480 G2 Microtower...
- Page 2 HP End User Not all features are available in all editions License Agreement (EULA). If you do not The information contained herein is subject of Windows 8.
- Page 3 About This Book This guide provides basic information for upgrading the HP ProDesk Business PC. WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive ..................26 Installing a 2.5-inch hard drive ................... 27 Installing a security lock ........................29 Cable lock .......................... 29 Padlock ..........................29 HP Business PC Security Lock ..................30 Appendix A Battery replacement ........................35... - Page 6 Appendix B Electrostatic discharge ........................38 Preventing electrostatic damage ......................38 Grounding methods ..........................38 Appendix C Computer operating guidelines, routine care and shipping preparation ......... 39 Computer operating guidelines and routine care ................39 Optical drive precautions ........................40 Operation ...........................
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Page 7: Product Features
Product features Standard configuration features Features may vary depending on the model. For support assistance and to learn more about the hardware and software installed on your computer model, run the HP Support Assistant utility. Standard configuration features... -
Page 8: Front Panel Components
Front panel components Drive configuration may vary by model. Some models have a bezel blank covering the optical drive bay. Slim Optical Drive (optional) Hard Drive Activity Light Dual-State Power Button USB 3.0 Ports (blue) Microphone Connector Headphone Connector SD Card Reader NOTE: The Power On Light is normally white when the power is on. -
Page 9: Rear Panel Components
NOTE: An optional second serial port and an optional parallel port are available from HP. When a graphics card is installed in one of the system board slots, the video connectors on the graphics card and the integrated graphics on the system board may be used at the same time. However, for such a configuration, only the display connected to the discrete graphics card will display POST messages. -
Page 10: Serial Number Location
Serial number location Each computer has a unique serial number and a product ID number that are located on the exterior of the computer. Keep these numbers available for use when contacting customer service for assistance. Chapter 1 Product features... -
Page 11: Hardware Upgrades
To reduce the risk of serious injury, read the . It describes proper workstation, setup, posture, and health and work habits for computer users, and provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This guide is located on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. WARNING! Energized and moving parts inside. -
Page 12: Removing The Computer Access Panel
Removing the computer access panel To access internal components, you must remove the access panel: Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. -
Page 13: Replacing The Computer Access Panel
Replacing the computer access panel Place the panel on the computer (1) then slide it forward (2) and tighten the thumbscrew (3) to secure the panel in place. Replacing the computer access panel... -
Page 14: Removing The Front Bezel
Removing the front bezel Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. -
Page 15: Removing An Optical Drive Bezel Blank
Removing an optical drive bezel blank On some models, there is a bezel blank covering the slim optical drive bay. Remove the bezel blank before installing an optical drive. To remove the bezel blank: Remove the access panel and front bezel. To remove the bezel blank, press upward on the bottom tab and press downward on the top tab on the right side of the blank (1), and then rotate the blank off the front of the bezel (2). -
Page 16: System Board Connections
System board connections Refer to the following illustration and table to identify the system board connectors for your model. System Board Connector System Board Label Color Component PCI1 white Expansion Card PCI Express x1 X1PCIEXP2 black Expansion Card PCI Express x1 X1PCIEXP1 black Expansion Card... -
Page 17: Installing Additional Memory
Installing additional memory The computer comes with double data rate 3 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR3- SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). DIMMs The memory sockets on the system board can be populated with up to two industry-standard DIMMs. These memory sockets are populated with at least one preinstalled DIMM. -
Page 18: Installing Dimms
channel and the remainder is assigned to single channel. If one channel will have more memory than the other, the larger amount should be assigned to Channel A. In any mode, the maximum operational speed is determined by the slowest DIMM in the system. ●... - Page 19 Open both latches of the memory module socket (1), and insert the memory module into the socket (2). NOTE: A memory module can be installed in only one way. Match the notch on the module with the tab on the memory socket. For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the memory capacity is spread as equally as possible between Channel A and Channel B.
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Page 20: Removing Or Installing An Expansion Card
Removing or installing an expansion card The computer has one PCI expansion slot, two PCI Express x1 expansion slots, and one PCI Express x16 expansion slot. NOTE: You can install a PCI Express x1, x8, or x16 expansion card in the PCI Express x16 slot. For dual graphics card configurations, the first (primary) card must be installed in the PCI Express x16 slot. - Page 21 one of the metal shields on the rear panel that covers the expansion slot. Be sure to remove the appropriate shield for the expansion card you are installing. If you are removing a PCI or PCI Express x1 card, hold the card at each end and carefully rock it back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket.
- Page 22 If you are removing a PCI Express x16 card, pull the retention arm on the back of the expansion socket away from the card and carefully rock the card back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket. Lift the card straight up then away from the inside of the chassis to remove it.
- Page 23 To install a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion socket on the system board then move the card toward the rear of the chassis (1) so that the bottom of the bracket on the card slides into the small slot on the chassis. Press the card straight down into the expansion socket on the system board (2).
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Page 24: Drive Positions
Lock any security devices that were disengaged when the computer access panel was removed. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary. Drive positions Slim optical drive bay 3.5-inch internal hard drive bay 2.5-inch internal hard drive bay 3.5-inch internal hard drive bay NOTE: The drive configuration on your computer may be different than the drive configuration shown above. -
Page 25: Removing And Installing Drives
Connect an optical drive to one of the white SATA connectors on the system board labeled ● SATA4 or SATA5. HP has provided four extra 6-32 hard drive mounting screws installed on the front of the chassis ● behind the bezel (1). The mounting screws are required for 3.5-inch and 2.5-inch hard drives installed in the hard drive bays. -
Page 26: Removing A Slim Optical Drive
Removing a slim optical drive Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices. -
Page 27: Installing A Slim Optical Drive
Push the green release latch on the right rear side of the drive toward the center of the drive (1) and push the rear of the drive forward to unlock it (2), and then slide the drive out of the drive bay (3). - Page 28 Align the small pins on the release latch with the small holes on the side of the drive and press the latch firmly onto the drive. Slide the optical drive through the front bezel (1) all the way into the bay so that the green latch locks onto the chassis frame (2).
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Page 29: Removing A 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Connect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) to the back of the optical drive. If installing a new drive, connect the opposite end of the data cable to one of the white SATA connectors (labeled SATA4 or SATA5) on the system board. Replace the front bezel. -
Page 30: Installing A 3.5-Inch Hard Drive
Disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from the back of the hard drive. Remove the four 6-32 mounting screws (1) and slide the drive out of the bay (2). Installing a 3.5-inch hard drive Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer. - Page 31 Slide the drive into the drive bay (1) and install the four 6-32 mounting screws (2) to secure the drive in place. NOTE: HP has supplied four extra 6-32 mounting screws on the front of the chassis behind the bezel. Refer to Removing and Installing drives on page 19 for an illustration of the location of the extra mounting screws.
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Page 32: Removing A 2.5-Inch Hard Drive
Removing a 2.5-inch hard drive NOTE: Before you remove the old hard drive, be sure to back up the data from the old hard drive so that you can transfer the data to the new hard drive. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer. -
Page 33: Installing A 2.5-Inch Hard Drive
Slide the drive into the drive bay (1) and install the four 6-32 mounting screws (2) to secure the drive in place. NOTE: HP has supplied four extra 6-32 mounting screws on the front of the chassis behind the bezel. Refer to Removing and Installing drives on page 19 of the location of the extra mounting screws. - Page 34 Connect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) to the back of the hard drive. If installing a new drive, connect the opposite end of the data cable to the appropriate system board connector. NOTE: You must connect the primary hard drive data cable to the dark blue connector labeled SATA0 to avoid any hard drive performance problems.
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Page 35: Installing A Security Lock
Installing a security lock The security locks displayed below and on the following page can be used to secure the computer. Cable lock Padlock Installing a security lock... -
Page 36: Hp Business Pc Security Lock
HP Business PC Security Lock Fasten the security cable by looping it around a stationary object. Insert the cable lock into the cable lock slot on the back of the monitor and secure the lock to the monitor by inserting the key into the key hole on the rear of the lock and rotating the key 90 degrees. - Page 37 Slide the security cable through the hole in the cable lock on the rear of the monitor. Use the bracket provided in the kit to secure other peripheral devices by laying the device cable across the center of the bracket (1) and inserting the security cable through one of the two holes in the bracket (2).
- Page 38 Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the computer chassis lock. Remove the thumbscrew from the rear of the computer. Chapter 2 Hardware upgrades...
- Page 39 Screw the lock to the chassis in the thumbscrew hole using the screw provided. Insert the plug end of the security cable into the lock (1) and push the button in (2) to engage the lock. Use the key provided to disengage the lock. Installing a security lock...
- Page 40 When you have completed all steps, all of the devices at your workstation will be secured. Chapter 2 Hardware upgrades...
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Page 41: Appendix A Battery Replacement
The lithium battery is only used when the computer is NOT connected to AC power. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, go to http://www.hp.com/... - Page 42 Slide the replacement battery into position, positive side up. The battery holder automatically secures the battery in the proper position. Type 2 To release the battery from its holder, squeeze the metal clamp that extends above one edge of the battery. When the battery pops up, lift it out (1). To insert the new battery, slide one edge of the replacement battery under the lip of the holder with the positive side up.
- Page 43 Insert the new battery and position the clip back into place. NOTE: After the battery has been replaced, use the following steps to complete this procedure. Replace the computer access panel. Plug in the computer and turn on power to the computer. Reset the date and time, your passwords, and any special system setups using Computer Setup.
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Page 44: Appendix B Electrostatic Discharge
● Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat. ● If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. NOTE: For more information on static electricity, contact an HP authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider. -
Page 45: Appendix C Computer Operating Guidelines, Routine Care And Shipping Preparation
Computer operating guidelines, routine care and shipping preparation Computer operating guidelines and routine care Follow these guidelines to properly set up and care for the computer and monitor: Keep the computer away from excessive moisture, direct sunlight, and extremes of heat and ●... -
Page 46: 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. Shipping preparation Follow these suggestions when preparing to ship the computer: Back up the hard drive files to an external storage device. Be sure that the backup media is not exposed to electrical or magnetic impulses while stored or in transit. -
Page 47: Index
Index computer access panel 7 HP Business PC Security access panel drive cables 19 Lock 30 removal 6 expansion card 14 padlock 29 replacement 7 memory 11 serial number location 4 optical drive 21 shipping preparation 40 specifications battery replacement 35...