HP Compaq dx2200, Hardware Reference Manual

Page 1: ...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 ...

Page 2: ...or editorial errors or omissions contained herein This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Hewlett Packard Company Å WARNING Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of l...

Page 3: ... 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 3 Computer Operating Guidelines Routine Care and Shipping Preparation Computer Operating Guidelines and Ro...

Page 4: ...iv www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Contents 4 Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage 4 1 Grounding Methods 4 1 ...

Page 5: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com 1 1 1 Hardware Upgrades HP Compaq dx2200 Microtower The drive configuration shown above may be different than your computer model ...

Page 6: ...llow the internal system components to cool before touching Å 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 Ä CAUTION Static electricity can damage the electrical components of the computer or optional equipment Before beginning these procedures ensure that you...

Page 7: ...n 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 Ac...

Page 8: ...te 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 ...

Page 9: ... 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...

Page 10: ... 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 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 Re...

Page 11: ...m 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 industry standard 240 pin unbuffered PC2 5300 667 MHz compliant 1 9 volt DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs The DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs must also support CAS latency 4 CL 4 for PC2 5300 667 MHz contain the mandatory JEDEC SPD information In addition the computer supp...

Page 12: ...t you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object For more information refer to Chapter 4 Electrostatic Discharge Ä CAUTION When handling a memory module be careful not to touch 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 p...

Page 13: ...d in only one way Match the notch on the module with the tab on the memory socket 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 com...

Page 14: ...ter 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 c...

Page 15: ...e expansion card you are installing 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 Removable Shield Expansion Card Type Top shie...

Page 16: ...erse the installation procedure Ä 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 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 To...

Page 17: ...ositions 1 External 5 25 full height optical drive bay 2 External 5 25 full height option drive bay 3 External 3 5 option drive bay media card reader shown 4 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 ...

Page 18: ...evices 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 ...

Page 19: ...hassis then pulling the shield out from the front of the chassis 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 gu...

Page 20: ...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 th...

Page 21: ...ring the bay 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 Device Retainer Screws Gui...

Page 22: ...nect 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 screw...

Page 23: ...roperly To reduce the risk of personal injury 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 Replace the battery only with the HP spare designated for this product Ä CAUTION Before replacing the battery it is important to back up the computer CMOS settings When the...

Page 24: ...connect 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 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 bat...

Page 25: ...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 ...

Page 26: ... back into place Removing a Coin Cell Battery Type 3 After the battery has been replaced use the following steps to complete this procedure 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...

Page 27: ... Do not place the keyboard with the keyboard feet down directly against the front of the desktop unit as this also restricts airflow 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 If the computer is to be operated within a separate ...

Page 28: ...ction 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 Avoid placing the drive in a location that is subject to high humidity extreme temperatures mechanic...

Page 29: ...m 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 th...

Page 30: ...n their containers until they arrive at static free workstations Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers 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 electrost...

Page 31: ...ive floors or dissipating floor mats 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 ...