Hardware Reference Guide
HP Compaq dx2200 Microtower Business
PC
Document Part Number: 413758-001
January 2006
This guide provides basic information about upgrading this computer
model.
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Serviceability Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
Removing the Access Panel and Front Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3
Removing a 5.25" Drive Bezel Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Removing a 3.5" Drive Bezel Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6
Installing Additional Memory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7
DIMMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7
DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7
Installing DIMMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8
Installing an Expansion Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10
Replacing or Upgrading a Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12
Locating Drive Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13
Removing a 5.25" Optical Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–14
Removing a 3.5" Media Card Reader or Diskette Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–16
Removing a 3.5" Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–18
2 Battery Replacement
Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1
Computer Operating Guidelines and Routine Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1
Optical Drive Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Shipping Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3
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Contents
4 Electrostatic Discharge
Preventing Electrostatic Damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
Grounding Methods. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1
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Serviceability Features
The Microtower computer includes features that make it easy to
upgrade and service. A Torx T-15 screwdriver is needed for many of
the installation procedures described in this chapter.
Warnings and Cautions
Before performing upgrades be sure to carefully read all of the
applicable instructions, cautions, and warnings in this guide.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock
and/or hot surfaces, be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall
outlet and allow the internal system components to cool before touching.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the
equipment, do not plug telecommunications/telephone connectors into the
network interface controller (NIC) receptacles.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electrical 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. See Chapter 4, “Electrostatic Discharge” for more
information.
CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source,
voltage is always applied to the system board. You must disconnect the
power cord from the power source before opening the computer to
prevent system board damage.
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Removing the Access Panel and Front Bezel
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.
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1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer 1, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the two screws that secure the access panel to the
computer chassis 2.
4. Slide the access panel back about 1.25 cm (1/2 inch), then lift it
away from and off the unit 3.
Removing the Power Cord and Access Panel
To replace the access panel, reverse the removal steps.
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5. To remove the front bezel, pull outward on all three tabs on the
left side of the bezel 1 then rotate the bezel off the chassis 2,
beginning with the left side then the right side.
Removing the Front Bezel
To replace the front bezel, insert the three hooks on the right side of
the bezel into the rectangular holes on the chassis then rotate the bezel
into place so that the catches on the three tabs on the left side of the
bezel snap into place on the chassis.
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Removing a 5.25" Drive Bezel Blank
If the computer was not shipped with a drive in the 5.25" option bay,
the bay will be covered by a bezel blank. If you add a drive to the
option bay, you must first remove the bezel blank.
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the access panel and front bezel. Refer to “Removing the
Access Panel and Front Bezel.”
4. While facing the inside of the front bezel, press the two retaining
tabs on the right towards the outer edge of the bezel 1 and pull
the bezel blank inwards to remove it 2.
Removing a 5.25" Bezel Blank
To install a 5.25" bezel blank, slide the left side of the blank into the
two retainer slots on the left side of the front bezel then snap the right
side of the blank into place.
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Removing a 3.5" Drive Bezel Blank
If the computer was not shipped with a device in the 3.5" bay, the bay
will be covered by a bezel blank. If you install a device in the 3.5"
bay, you must first remove the bezel blank.
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the access panel and front bezel. Refer to “Removing the
Access Panel and Front Bezel.”
4. While facing the inside of the front bezel, press outward on the
two retaining tabs on each side of the bezel blank 1 and pull the
bezel blank inwards to remove it 2.
Removing a 3.5" Bezel Blank
To install a 3.5" bezel blank, press the blank inward from inside the
front bezel so that it snaps into place.
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Installing Additional Memory
The computer comes with double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic
random access memory (DDR2-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. The sockets are labeled DIMM1
and DIMM2. To achieve the maximum memory support, you can
populate the system board with up to 2GB (2 x 1GB) of memory.
DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs
For proper system operation, the DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs must be:
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industry-standard 240-pin
unbuffered PC2-5300 667 MHz-compliant
1.9 volt DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs
The DDR2-SDRAM DIMMs must also:
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support CAS latency 4 (CL = 4) for PC2-5300 667 MHz
contain the mandatory JEDEC SPD information
In addition, the computer supports:
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256Mbit, 512Mbit, and 1Gbit non-ECC memory technologies
single-sided and double-sided DIMMS
DIMMs constructed with x8 and x16 DDR devices; DIMMs
constructed with x4 SDRAM are not supported
The system will not start if you install unsupported DIMMs.
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Installing DIMMs
CAUTION: The memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. When
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upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with gold
metal contacts to prevent corrosion and/or oxidation resulting from having
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of
the computer or optional cards. Before beginning these procedures,
ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a
grounded metal object. For more information, refer to Chapter 4,
“Electrostatic Discharge.”
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CAUTION: When handling a memory module, be careful not to touch
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any of the contacts. Doing so may damage the module.
1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the computer access panel.
4. Locate the memory module sockets on the system board.
WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow
the internal system components to cool before touching.
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5. Open both latches of the memory module socket 1, and insert the
memory module into the socket 2.
Installing a DIMM
A memory module can be installed in only one way. Match the notch
on the module with the tab on the memory socket.
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6. Push the module down into the socket, ensuring that the module
is fully inserted and properly seated. Make sure the latches are in
the closed position 3.
7. Replace the computer access panel and reconnect the power
cable.
The computer should automatically recognize the additional memory
the next time you turn on the computer.
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Installing an Expansion Card
The computer has two PCI expansion slots that can accommodate
expansion cards up to 17.46 cm (6.875 inches) in length, one PCI
Express x1 expansion slot, and one PCI Express x16 expansion slot.
1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the access panel and lay the computer on its side with the
opening to internal parts facing up.
4. On the rear panel of the computer, remove the screw that secures
the slot cover lock in place 1 and slide the slot cover lock up and
away from the slots to remove it from the computer 2.
Releasing the Slot Cover Lock
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5. If you are installing an expansion card for the first time, you must
use a flatblade screwdriver to pry out the metal shield on the rear
panel that covers the expansion slot. Be sure to remove the
appropriate shield for the expansion card you are installing.
Removable Shield
Top shield
Expansion Card Type
PCI Express x16
PCI Express x1
PCI
Second shield
Third shield
Bottom shield
PCI
6. Hold the expansion card just above the expansion slot on the
system board then move the card toward the rear of the chassis so
that the bottom of the bracket on the card slides into the small slot
on the chassis. Gently press the card straight down into the
expansion slot on the system board.
Adding an Expansion Card
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When installing an expansion card, press firmly on the card so that
the whole connector seats properly in the expansion card slot.
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7. While holding the expansion card bracket against the chassis,
slide the slot cover lock down toward the expansion card bracket
to secure it in place and replace the screw that secures the slot
cover lock.
8. Connect external cables to the installed card, if needed. Connect
internal cables to the system board, if needed.
9. Replace the computer access panel and reconnect the power
cable.
To remove an expansion card, reverse the installation procedure.
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CAUTION: After removing an expansion card, you must replace it with
a new card or expansion slot cover for proper cooling of internal
components during operation.
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Replacing or Upgrading a Drive
The computer supports up to five drives that may be installed in
various configurations.
This section describes the procedure for replacing or upgrading the
storage drives. A Torx T-15 screwdriver is needed to remove and
install the guide screws and retainer screws on a drive.
CAUTION: Make sure you back up your personal files on the hard drive
to an external storage device, such as a CD, before removing the hard
drive. Failure to do so will result in data loss. After replacing the primary
hard drive, you will need to run the Restore Plus! CD to load the HP
factory-installed files.
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Locating Drive Positions
The drive configuration shown below may be different than your
computer model.
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Drive Positions
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2
3
4
External 5.25" full-height optical drive bay
External 5.25" full-height option drive bay
External 3.5" option drive bay (media card reader shown)*
Internal 3.5" one-third height bay for optional secondary
hard drive
5
Internal 3.5" one-third height bay for primary hard drive
*The external 3.5" option drive bay accommodates a diskette
drive or a media card reader.
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Removing a 5.25" Optical Drive
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the access panel and front bezel. Refer to “Removing the
Access Panel and Front Bezel.”
4. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.
5. Remove the two retainer screws that secure the drive to the bay 1
then slide the drive forward and out of the bay 2.
Removing a 5.25” External Drive
To install a drive, reverse the removal procedure. Be sure to install a
guide screw on the front right side of a new drive. The guide screw
helps secure the drive in place.
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If you are installing a drive in the bottom 5.25" drive bay, remove the
metal shield that covers the bay by pressing inward on the silver tab
on the left side of the chassis then pulling the shield out from the front
of the chassis.
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There are a total of eight extra guide/retainer screws on the front of
the chassis behind the bezel. Four have 6-32 standard threads and four
have M3 metric threads. Standard screws are used for hard drives and
have a silver finish. Metric screws are used for all other drives and
have a black finish. Be sure to install the appropriate guide screws
into the drive.
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Removing a 3.5" Media Card Reader or Diskette Drive
The 3.5" external drive bay may be populated with a diskette drive or
a media card reader. The removal procedure is the same for both
devices.
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the access panel and front bezel. Refer to “Removing the
Access Panel and Front Bezel.”
4. If the device is a media card reader, disconnect the internal USB
cable from the system board. If the device is a diskette drive,
disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the drive.
5. Remove the retainer screws that secure the drive to the bay 1
then slide the drive forward and out of the bay 2.
Removing a 3.5” Device (Media Card Reader Shown)
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To install a drive, reverse the removal procedure. Refer to the
following table for proper retainer and guide screw locations.
Device
Retainer Screws
Guide Screws
Diskette Drive 2 (labeled “FDD” on chassis)
1 (front left side of
drive)
Media Card
Reader
2 (labeled “CR” on chassis)
none
If you are installing a drive in the external 3.5" drive bay for the first
time, use a flatblade screwdriver to pry out the metal shield covering
the bay.
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There are a total of eight extra guide/retainer screws on the front of
the chassis behind the bezel. Four have 6-32 standard threads and four
have M3 metric threads. Standard screws are used for hard drives and
have a silver finish. Metric screws are used for all other drives and
have a black finish. Be sure to install the appropriate guide screws
into the drive.
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Removing a 3.5" Hard Drive
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
3. Remove the access panel and front bezel. Refer to “Removing the
Access Panel and Front Bezel.”
4. Disconnect the power and data cables from the back of the hard
drive.
5. Remove the four retainer screws that secure the drive to the bay 1
then slide the drive back and out of the bay 2.
Removing a 3.5” Hard Drive
To install a hard drive, reverse the removal procedure. No guide
screws are required for drives installed in a 3.5" hard drive bay.
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Replacing the Battery
The battery that comes with the computer provides power to the
real-time clock. When replacing the battery, use a battery equivalent
to the battery originally installed in the computer. The computer
comes with a 3-volt lithium coin cell battery.
The lifetime of the lithium battery can be extended by plugging the
computer into a live AC wall socket. The lithium battery is only used
when the computer is NOT connected to AC power.
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WARNING: The computer contains an internal lithium manganese dioxide
battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery is not handled properly. To
reduce the risk of personal injury:
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Do not attempt to recharge the battery.
Do not expose to temperatures higher than 60° C (140º F).
Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or
dispose of in fire or water.
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Replace the battery only with the HP spare designated for this product.
CAUTION: Before replacing the battery, it is important to back up the
computer CMOS settings. When the battery is removed or replaced, the
CMOS settings will be cleared. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility
Guide on the Documentation CD for information on backing up the
CMOS settings.
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Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of
together with the general household waste. In order to forward them to
recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or
return them to HP, their authorized partners, or their agents.
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the computer or optional equipment. Before beginning these procedures,
ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a
grounded metal object.
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1. 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. Then
remove the computer access panel.
It may be necessary to remove an expansion card to gain access to the
battery.
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2. Locate the battery and battery holder on the system board.
3. Depending on the type of battery holder on your system board,
complete the following instructions to replace the battery.
Type 1
a. Lift the battery out of its holder.
Removing a Coin Cell Battery (Type 1)
b. Slide the replacement battery into position, positive side up.
The battery holder automatically secures the battery in the
proper position.
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Type 2
a. 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.
b. To insert the new battery, slide one edge of the replacement
battery under the holder’s lip with the positive side up. Push
the other edge down until the clamp snaps over the other edge
of the battery 2.
Removing and Replacing a Coin Cell Battery (Type 2)
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Type 3
a. Pull back on the clip 1 that is holding the battery in place and
remove the battery 2.
b. Insert the new battery and position the clip back into place.
Removing a Coin Cell Battery (Type 3)
After the battery has been replaced, use the following steps to
complete this procedure.
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4. Replace the computer cover or access panel.
5. Plug in the computer and turn on power to the computer.
6. Reset the date and time, your passwords, and any special system
setups using Computer Setup. Refer to the Computer Setup (F10)
Utility Guide on the Documentation CD.
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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:
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Keep the computer away from excessive moisture, direct sunlight,
and extremes of heat and cold.
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Operate the computer on a sturdy, level surface. Leave a 10.2-cm
(4-inch) clearance on all vented sides of the computer and
monitor to permit the required airflow.
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Never restrict the airflow into the computer by blocking any vents
or air intakes. Do not place the keyboard, with the keyboard feet
down, directly against the front of the desktop unit as this also
restricts airflow.
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Never operate the computer with the cover or side panel removed.
Do not stack computers on top of each other or place computers
so near each other that they are subject to each other’s
re-circulated or preheated air.
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If the computer is to be operated within a separate enclosure,
intake and exhaust ventilation must be provided on the enclosure,
and the same operating guidelines listed above will still apply.
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Keep liquids away from the computer and keyboard.
Never cover the ventilation slots on the monitor with any type of
material.
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Install or enable power management functions of the operating
system or other software, including sleep states.
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Turn off the computer before you do either of the following:
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Wipe the exterior of the computer with a soft, damp cloth as
needed. Using cleaning products may discolor or damage the
finish.
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Occasionally clean the air vents on all vented sides of the
computer. Lint, dust, and other foreign matter can block the
vents and limit the airflow.
Optical Drive Precautions
Be sure to observe the following guidelines while operating or
cleaning the optical drive.
Operation
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Do not move the drive during operation. This may cause it to
malfunction during reading.
Avoid exposing the drive to sudden changes in temperature, as
condensation may form inside the unit. If the temperature
suddenly changes while the drive is on, wait at least one hour
before you turn off the power. If you operate the unit
immediately, it may malfunction while reading.
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Avoid placing the drive in a location that is subject to high
humidity, extreme temperatures, mechanical vibration, or direct
sunlight.
Cleaning
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Clean the panel and controls with a soft, dry cloth or a soft cloth
lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Never spray
cleaning fluids directly on the unit.
Avoid using any type of solvent, such as alcohol or benzene,
which may damage the finish.
Safety
If any object or liquid falls into the drive, immediately unplug the
computer and have it checked by an authorized HP service provider.
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Shipping Preparation
Follow these suggestions when preparing to ship the computer:
1. Back up the hard drive files on PD discs, tape cartridges, CDs,
or diskettes. Be sure that the backup media is not exposed to
electrical or magnetic impulses while stored or in transit.
The hard drive locks automatically when the system power is
turned off.
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2. Remove and store any program diskettes from the diskette drives.
3. Insert a blank diskette into the diskette drive to protect the drive
while in transit. Do not use a diskette on which you have stored or
plan to store data.
4. Turn off the computer and external devices.
5. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet, then from
the computer.
6. Disconnect the system components and external devices from
their power sources, then from the computer.
Ensure that all boards are seated properly and secured in the board
slots before shipping the computer.
7. Pack the system components and external devices in their original
packing boxes or similar packaging with sufficient packing
material to protect them.
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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:
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Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in
static-safe containers.
Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they
arrive at static-free workstations.
Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from
their containers.
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Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive
component or assembly.
Grounding Methods
There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the
following methods when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive
parts:
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Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded
workstation or computer chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps
with a minimum of 1 megohm +/- 10 percent resistance in the
ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug
against the skin.
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Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations.
Wear the straps on both feet when standing on conductive floors
or dissipating floor mats.
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Use conductive field service tools.
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.
For more information on static electricity, contact an HP authorized
dealer, reseller, or service provider.
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