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HP Elite 8300 Series Microtower Maintenance And Service Manual (356 pages)

Compaq Business PC

Brand: HP | Category: Desktop | Size: 14.81 MB

About this Book
3
Table of Contents
5
1 Product Features

13
2 Activating and Customizing the Software

25
- Activating and Customizing the Software in Windows 7
  25
- Activating and Customizing the Software in Windows 8
  26
3 Computer Setup (F10) Utility

28
- Computer Setup (F10) Utilities
  28
  - Using Computer Setup (F10) Utilities
    29
  - Computer Setup-File
    30
  - Computer Setup-Storage
    31
  - Computer Setup-Security
    34
  - Computer Setup-Power
    39
  - Computer Setup-Advanced
    40
- Recovering the Configuration Settings
  42
4 Illustrated Parts Catalog

43
- Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Spare Parts
  43
  - Computer System Components
    43
  - Cables
    45
  - Misc Parts
    46
  - Drives
    47
  - Misc Boards
    48
  - Sequential Part Number Listing
    48
- Microtower (MT) Chassis Spare Parts
  52
  - Computer Major Components
    52
  - Cables
    54
  - Misc Parts
    55
  - Drives
    56
  - Misc Boards
    57
  - Sequential Part Number Listing
    57
- Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis Spare Parts
  61
  - Computer Major Components
    61
  - Cables
    63
  - Misc Parts
    64
  - Drives
    66
  - Misc Boards
    66
  - Sequential Part Number Listing
    67
- Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Chassis Spare Parts
  70
  - Computer Major Components
    70
  - Cables
    71
  - Misc Parts
    72
  - Drives
    74
  - Misc Boards
    74
  - Sequential Part Number Listing
    74
5 Routine Care, SATA Drive Guidelines, and Disassembly Preparation

78
- Electrostatic Discharge Information
  78
- Operating Guidelines
  81
- Routine Care
  81
  - General Cleaning Safety Precautions
    81
  - Cleaning the Computer Case
    81
  - Cleaning the Keyboard
    82
  - Cleaning the Monitor
    82
  - Cleaning the Mouse
    83
- Service Considerations
  83
  - Power Supply Fan
    83
  - Tools and Software Requirements
    83
  - Screws
    83
  - Cables and Connectors
    84
  - Hard Drives
    84
  - Lithium Coin Cell Battery
    84
- SATA Hard Drives
  85
- SATA Hard Drive Cables
  85
  - SATA Data Cable
    85
- SMART ATA Drives
  85
- Cable Management
  85
6 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis

87
- Preparation for Disassembly
  87
- Access Panel
  88
- Front Bezel
  89
- Front Bezel Security
  90
- Bezel Blanks
  92
- System Board Connections
  93
- Memory
  94
  - Dimms
    94
  - DDR3-SDRAM Dimms
    94
  - Populating DIMM Sockets
    95
  - Installing Dimms
    96
- Expansion Card
  97
- Replace the Computer Access Panel
  100
- Reconnect the Power Cord and Turn on the Computer
  100
- Lock any Security Devices that Were Disengaged When the Access Panel was Removed
  100
- Drives
  101
- Hood Sensor
  116
- Front I/O, USB Assembly
  117
- Power Switch Assembly
  119
- Speaker
  120
- Rear Chassis Fan
  121
- Fan Sink
  122
- Processor
  124
- Power Supply
  127
- System Board
  128
- Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration
  129
- Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration
  131
7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis

134
- Preparation for Disassembly
  134
- Computer Access Panel
  135
- Front Bezel
  136
- Front Bezel Security
  137
- Bezel Blanks
  139
- Memory
  140
  - Dimms
    140
  - DDR3-SDRAM Dimms
    140
  - Populating DIMM Sockets
    140
  - Installing Dimms
    141
- Expansion Cards
  142
- System Board Connections
  148
- Drives
  150
- Front Fan Assembly
  159
- Front I/O Assembly
  161
- Power Switch/Led Assembly
  162
- Heat Sink
  163
- Processor
  165
- Speaker
  168
- Rear Chassis Fan
  169
- Power Supply
  171
- System Board
  173
8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis

175
- Preparation for Disassembly
  175
- Access Panel
  176
- Front Bezel
  177
- Front Bezel Security
  178
- Bezel Blanks
  180
- Memory
  181
  - Dimms
    181
  - DDR3-SDRAM Dimms
    181
  - Populating DIMM Sockets
    181
  - Installing Dimms
    182
- Expansion Card
  184
- System Board Connections
  189
- Drives
  190
  - Drive Positions
    190
  - Installing and Removing Drives
    191
    
    Removing a 5.25-Inch Drive from a Drive Bay
    192
    
    Installing a 5.25-Inch Drive into a Drive Bay
    193
    
    Removing a 3.5-Inch Drive from a Drive Bay
    196
    
    Installing a 3.5-Inch Drive into a Drive Bay
    197
    
    Removing and Replacing the Primary 3.5-Inch Internal Hard Drive
    199
- Fan Duct
  202
- Front Fan Assembly
  203
- Hood Sensor
  205
- Front I/O, Power Switch Assembly
  206
- Speaker
  208
- Heat Sink
  209
- Processor
  210
- Power Supply
  214
- System Board
  216
- Using the Small Form Factor Computer in a Tower Orientation
  218
9 Removal and Replacement Procedures Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Chassis

219
- Preparation for Disassembly
  219
- Access Panel
  220
- Front Bezel
  221
- Front Bezel Security
  222
- Bezel Blank
  224
- System Board Connections
  225
- Memory
  226
  - Sodimms
    226
  - DDR3-SDRAM Sodimms
    226
  - Populating SODIMM Sockets
    227
  - Installing Sodimms
    228
- Front Fan
  230
- Optical Drive
  231
  - Removing the Optical Drive
    231
  - Preparing the New Optical Drive
    232
  - Installing the New Optical Drive
    233
- Hard Drive
  234
- Optical Drive Rail
  239
- Card Reader
  240
- Speaker
  242
- Heat Sink
  243
- Processor
  245
- WLAN Module
  248
- Hood Sensor
  250
- Graphics Board
  251
- System Board
  253
- Rear Fan
  255
- Antennas
  256
- Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration
  260
- Port Cover
  261
- Power Supply, External
  262
10 Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics

263
- Safety and Comfort
  263
- Before You Call for Technical Support
  263
- Helpful Hints
  264
- Solving General Problems
  266
- Solving Power Problems
  270
- Solving Hard Drive Problems
  272
- Solving Media Card Reader Problems
  275
- Solving Display Problems
  277
- Solving Audio Problems
  282
- Solving Printer Problems
  284
- Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems
  286
- Solving Hardware Installation Problems
  288
- Solving Network Problems
  290
- Solving Memory Problems
  293
- Solving Processor Problems
  295
- Solving CD-ROM and DVD Problems
  295
- Solving USB Flash Drive Problems
  297
- Solving Front Panel Component Problems
  299
- Solving Internet Access Problems
  299
- Solving Software Problems
  301
- Contacting Customer Support
  303
11 POST Error Messages

304
12 Password Security and Resetting CMOS

317
- Resetting the Password Jumper
  318
- Clearing and Resetting the CMOS
  319
13 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics

321
14 Backup and Recovery

323
- Restoring and Recovering in Windows 7
  323
  - System Restore
    323
  - System Recovery
    323
    
    System Recovery When Windows Is Responding
    324
    
    System Recovery Using Recovery Media
    325
    
    System Recovery When Windows Is Not Responding
    325
    
    Creating Recovery Media
    326
    
    Using Recovery Media
    327
- Backup and Recovery in Windows 8
  328
  - Backing up Your Information
    328
  - Performing a System Recovery
    329
    
    Using the Windows Recovery Tools
    329
    
    Using F11 Recovery Tools
    330
    
    Using Windows 8 Operating System Media (Purchased Separately)
    330
Appendix A Battery Replacement

331
Appendix B Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive

334
Appendix C Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock

339
- Smart Cover Failsafe Key
  339
- Using the Smart Cover Failsafe Key to Remove the Smart Cover Lock
  340
Appendix D Power Cord Set Requirements

342
- General Requirements
  342
- Japanese Power Cord Requirements
  342
- Country-Specific Requirements
  343
Appendix E Specifications

344
- CMT Specifications
  344
- MT Specifications
  345
- SFF Specifications
  347
- USDT Specifications
  348
332 Appendix E Specifications

344
Index

349

HP Elite 8300 Series Microtower Reference Manual (179 pages)

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HP Elite 8300 Series Microtower Maintenance And Service Manual (356 pages)

Table of Contents

1 Product Features

2 Activating and Customizing the Software

3 Computer Setup (F10) Utility

4 Illustrated Parts Catalog

5 Routine Care, SATA Drive Guidelines, and Disassembly Preparation

6 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis

7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis

8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis

9 Removal and Replacement Procedures Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) Chassis

10 Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics

11 POST Error Messages

12 Password Security and Resetting CMOS

13 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics

14 Backup and Recovery

Appendix A Battery Replacement

Appendix B Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive

Appendix C Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock

Appendix D Power Cord Set Requirements

Appendix E Specifications

332 Appendix E Specifications

Index

HP Elite 8300 Series Microtower Reference Manual (179 pages)

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