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Hardware Reference Guide

Convertible Minitower Models
Compaq Evo Desktop Family

Document Part Number: 243845-003

May 2002

This book provides basic information for upgrading this series of
computers.

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Page 1: ...b Hardware Reference Guide Convertible Minitower Models Compaq Evo Desktop Family Document Part Number 243845 003 May 2002 This book provides basic information for upgrading this series of computers ...

Page 2: ...cal or editorial errors or omissions contained herein The information in this document is provided as is without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty Å WARNING Text set off in this ma...

Page 3: ...ial Mouse Functions 1 6 Serial Number Location 1 7 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 1 7 Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 1 10 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence 2 1 Smart Cover Lock 2 2 Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key 2 2 Removing the Computer Access Panel 2 4 Removing the Front Bezel 2 5 Removing Bezel Blanks 2 7 Installing Additional Memory 2 8 D...

Page 4: ...t Swapping MultiBay Drives 2 25 Partitioning and Formatting a MultiBay Hard Drive 2 26 Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Home 2 26 Uninstalling the MultiBay Security Screw 2 26 Inserting a Drive into the MultiBay 2 27 Removing a Drive from the MultiBay 2 28 A Specifications B Hard Drive Installation Guidelines Using the Cable Select Feature with Ultra ATA Devices B 1 ...

Page 5: ...urity Lock D 1 Installing a Security Lock D 2 E Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage E 1 Grounding Methods E 1 F Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation Routine Computer Care F 1 Optical Drive Precautions F 2 Operation F 2 Cleaning F 2 Safety F 2 Shipping Preparation F 3 Index ...

Page 6: ...omputer can be easily converted to a desktop Features may vary depending on your model For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in your computer run Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Instructions for using these utilities are provided in the Troubleshooting Guide on the Compaq Documentation Library CD ...

Page 7: ...el Components 1 Diskette Drive Activity Light 6 Diskette Eject Button 2 Dual State Power Button 7 Hard Drive Activity Light 3 Power On Light 8 Optional Headphone Connector 4 Optical Eject Button 9 Optional USB Connector 5 Optical Drive Busy Indicator Optional Microphone Connector ...

Page 8: ...ial Bus USB Connector w Microphone Connector 6 Serial Connector COM1 e Serial Connector COM2 7 Ethernet RJ 45 Connector Arrangement and number of connectors will vary by model The monitor connector on the system board is inactive if an AGP expansion card is installed in the computer The monitor must be connected to the monitor connector on the installed AGP card for proper operation of the compute...

Page 9: ... to your favorite Web sites services and applications 3 Editing Keys Includes the following Insert Home Page Up Delete End and Page Down 4 Status Lights Indicates the status of your computer and keyboard settings Num Lock Caps Lock and Scroll Lock 5 Numeric Keys Works like a calculator keypad 6 Arrow Keys Used to navigate through a document or Web site These keys allow you to move left right up an...

Page 10: ...indows taskbar The Keyboard Properties dialog box is displayed 2 Click the Help button on the Keyboard Properties dialog box for instructions 7 Application Key Used like the right mouse button to open pop up menus in a Microsoft Office application May perform other functions in other software applications 8 Windows Logo Keys Used to open the Start menu in Microsoft Windows Used in combination with...

Page 11: ...indows Logo Key Displays or hides the Start menu Windows Logo Key d Displays the Desktop Windows Logo Key m Minimizes all open applications Shift Windows Logo Key m Undoes Minimize All Windows Logo Key e Launches My Computer Windows Logo Key f Launches Find Document Windows Logo Key Ctrl f Launches Find Computer Windows Logo Key F1 Launches Windows Help Windows Logo Key l Locks your computer if yo...

Page 12: ...n Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 1 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off the computer and any external devices Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 2 Remove the computer access panel as described in the section Removing the Computer Access Panel 3 Remove the front bezel as described in the section Removing the Fro...

Page 13: ... 6 While pressing the drivelock pull the drives out of the drive bay 7 Before you install each drive into the chassis turn it so that it is perpendicular to the internal 3 5 inch drive The bottom of the drive should be parallel to the green drivelock The diskette drive should always be placed in the bay nearest the top of the chassis in the desktop configuration for proper drive clearance and acce...

Page 14: ... to the drives 9 Reconnect all power and data cables to the drives in the 5 25 inch drive bays 10 Remove the subpanel as described in the section Removing Bezel Blanks and reposition it with the bezel blanks in the proper orientation for the desktop configuration 11 Remove the chrome logo plate from the subpanel and reposition it rotate it 180 with the logo plate in the proper orientation for the ...

Page 15: ...subpanel front bezel and the computer access panel 13 Reconnect the external equipment Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 1 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off the computer and any external devices Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 2 Remove the computer access panel as described in the section Removing the Comput...

Page 16: ...a cables from the drives in the 5 25 inch drive bays 5 To release the drives from the 5 25 inch drive bay press the short yellow drivelock 1 as shown Activating the Drivelocks Shown from the Rear of the Chassis 6 While pressing the drivelock pull the drives out of the drive bay ...

Page 17: ...drive should always be placed in the bay nearest the internal 3 5 inch drives in the minitower configuration for proper clearance within the chassis Installing a Drive in the Minitower Configuration 8 Gently slide the drive into the bay When the drive is properly inserted the drivelock will secure it Ä CAUTION The use of unnecessary force may result in damage to the drives 9 Reconnect all power an...

Page 18: ...away from the front bezel Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that align it within the front bezel 11 Remove the chrome logo plate from the subpanel and reposition it rotate it 180 with the logo plate in the proper orientation for the minitower configuration then snap it back into the subpanel Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 12 Replace the subpanel fron...

Page 19: ...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 Å WARNING To reduce the risk of electrical shock fire or damage to the equipment do not plug telecommunications or telephone connectors into the network interface controller NIC receptacles Ä CAUTION Static electrici...

Page 20: ...ver Lock The Smart Cover Lock is an optional feature included on select models only The Smart Cover Lock is a software controllable cover lock controlled by the setup password This lock prevents unauthorized access to the internal components The computer ships with the Smart Cover Lock in the unlocked position For more information about locking the Smart Cover Lock refer to the Desktop Management ...

Page 21: ... Refer to the Compaq Web site www compaq com for ordering information Call the appropriate number listed in the warranty To open the access panel 1 Turn off the computer and any external devices 2 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 3 Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key remove the two tamper proof screws that secure the Smart Cover Lock to the chassis...

Page 22: ...Cover Lock or use Computer Setup to unlock it 2 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off the computer and any external devices 3 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices Ä 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 Loosen the two s...

Page 23: ...d the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off the computer and any external devices Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices Remove the computer access panel 3 Push up on the two release tabs 1 then rotate the front bezel away from the chassis to release it 2 ...

Page 24: ...ence Guide Hardware Upgrades Removing the Front Bezel When replacing the front bezel ensure that the bottom hinge points are properly placed in the chassis before rotating the front bezel back into its original position ...

Page 25: ...emove the computer access panel Remove the front bezel 4 Gently pull the subpanel with the bezel blanks secured in it away from the front bezel then remove the desired bezel blank Ä CAUTION Hold the subpanel straight when you pull it away from the front bezel Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that align it within the front bezel Removing Bezel Blanks from the Subpanel Des...

Page 26: ... maximum memory support you may be required to replace the preinstalled DIMM with a higher capacity DIMM DDR SDRAM DIMMs For proper system operation if your system supports DDR SDRAM DIMMs the DIMMs must be industry standard 184 pin unbuffered PC 1600 200 Mhz or PC2100 266 Mhz compliant 2 5 volt DDR SDRAM DIMMs The DDR SDRAM DIMMs must support CAS latency 2 or 2 5 CL 2 or CL 2 5 They must also con...

Page 27: ...hat you are discharged of static electricity by briefly touching a grounded metal object See Appendix E Electrostatic Discharge for more information Ä CAUTION When handling a memory module be careful not to touch any of the contacts Doing so may damage the module 1 If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off ...

Page 28: ...dule can be installed in only one way Match the notch on the module with the tab on the memory socket Push the module down into the socket ensuring that the module is fully inserted and properly seated 3 7 Repeat steps 4 to 6 for any additional modules that you want to install 8 Replace the access panel 9 If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to relock the lock and enable th...

Page 29: ... use Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off the computer and any external devices 3 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet then disconnect any external devices 4 Remove the computer access panel and locate the correct vacant slot in the computer chassis 5 Remove the screw securing the slot cover then remove the expansion slot cover from t...

Page 30: ...pansion card disconnect any cables attached to the expansion card 6 Remove the screw at the side of the expansion slot 7 Hold the card at each end and carefully rock it back and forth until the connectors pull free from the slot Be sure not to scrape the card against other components 8 Store the card in anti static packaging 9 To close the open slot install an expansion slot cover or new expansion...

Page 31: ...press firmly on the card so that the whole connector seats properly in the expansion card slot 13 Replace the screw at the side of the expansion slot 14 Connect external cables to the installed card if needed Connect internal cables to the system board if needed 15 Replace the computer access panel 16 Reconfigure the computer if necessary ...

Page 32: ... drive mounted with a drive adapter in the 5 25 inch one third height bay labeled as drive bay 3 3 Two internal 3 5 inch one third height bays for hard drives labeled as drive bays 4 and 5 To verify the type and size of the storage devices installed in your computer run Compaq Computer Setup Refer to the Computer Setup F10 Utility Guide for more information Drive bay numbers are stamped on the cha...

Page 33: ...ge to the computer or drive If you are inserting or removing a hard drive shut down the operating system properly then turn off the computer Do not remove a hard drive while the computer is on or in standby mode Before handling a drive ensure that you are discharged of static electricity While handling a drive avoid touching the connector For more information about preventing electrostatic damage ...

Page 34: ...e chassis under the front bezel The Compaq supplied metric screws are black 4 Install the drive in the desired drive bay by sliding it into the front of the drive cage 2 the drivelock automatically secures the drive in the bay Be sure the guide screws line up with the guide slots in the drive cage Aligning the Guide Screws and Installing an Optional 5 25 Inch Drive on a Minitower top and a Desktop...

Page 35: ...e front bezel See the section Removing Bezel Blanks for more information 7 Replace the computer access panel 8 Reconfigure the computer if necessary See the section Installation Sequence for more information Installing a 3 5 Inch Drive into a 5 25 Inch Drive Bay 1 If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off t...

Page 36: ...Insert the drive into the adapter 2 so that the guide screw aligns in the slot and then attach with two retaining screws 6 Snap on the brace 1 and attach the drive bezel 3 to the front of the adapter Attaching a 3 5 Inch Drive to the 5 25 Inch Adapter ...

Page 37: ... sliding it into the front of the drive cage the drivelock automatically secures the adapter when it snaps into place The primary 3 5 inch diskette drive should only be installed into bay 3 Bay 3 is the topmost bay in the desktop configuration Aligning the Guide Screws and Installing an Adapter with a 3 5 Inch Drive on a Minitower top and a Desktop bottom ...

Page 38: ...n Sequence for more information Installing a Hard Drive into a 3 5 inch Drive Bay Compaq does not support mixing IDE and SCSI hard drives in the same system If you are replacing a hard drive in bay 4 or bay 5 it should be of the same type To install a hard drive in a 3 5 inch drive bay 1 If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Shut down the operating system ...

Page 39: ...crews on each side of the drive 1 5 Install a hard drive into the 3 5 inch bay refer to the following illustration Installing a Hard Drive into the Hard Drive Bay 6 Connect the power cable 1 and signal cable 2 to the hard drive Connecting the Signal Cable and Power Cable ...

Page 40: ...on Sequence for more information Removing a Drive from the Drive Bay 1 If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Shut down the operating system properly then turn off the computer disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and remove the computer access panel 3 Remove the front bezel 4 Disconnect the drive power and signal cables and if it is an optical d...

Page 41: ... 23 Hardware Upgrades 5 Press drivelock mechanisms 1 or 2 to unlock the drive in the drive bay Drivelock 1 Secures the 5 25 Inch Drives in the Desktop and 2 Secures All Drives in the Minitower Shown from the Rear of the Chassis ...

Page 42: ...ive from the drive bay and store in anti static packaging Working with the MultiBay The MultiBay is pre installed in some models of the Evo D500 Series computer It is a special drive bay that supports a variety of optional 12 7 mm removable drives including MultiBay 24X Max Optical Drive MultiBay 8X Optical Drive with RAM read MultiBay Optical Drive MultiBay SMART Hard Drive ...

Page 43: ...rive to liquids temperature extremes or products that have magnetic fields such as monitors or speakers If a drive must be mailed place the drive in a bubble pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package Fragile Handle with Care Hot Plugging or Hot Swapping MultiBay Drives Ä CAUTION To prevent damage to the computer the drive and any data stored on the drive If you are i...

Page 44: ...the My Computer icon then click Manage Disk Management 2 Select the MultiBay hard drive 3 On the Partition menu click Create Carefully read and respond to any prompts that appear on the screen Refer to the Microsoft Management Console online Help click Action Help while running Management Console for additional information Uninstalling the MultiBay Security Screw When installed the MultiBay securi...

Page 45: ...down the operating system software and turn off the computer if you are inserting or removing a hard drive 2 Remove any removable media such as a compact disc from the drive 3 With the top of the drive facing up and the drive connector facing the computer slide the drive into the MultiBay and push firmly to ensure that the electrical connector is properly seated ...

Page 46: ...Web site at www compaq com Removing a Drive from the MultiBay 1 Exit all software applications shut down the operating system software and turn off the computer if you are inserting or removing a hard drive 2 Remove the MultiBay security screw if it has been installed Refer to the Uninstalling the MultiBay Security Screw section for instructions on removing the MultiBay security screw 3 Slide the ...

Page 47: ...Hardware Reference Guide 2 29 Hardware Upgrades Removing a Drive from the MultiBay ...

Page 48: ...Depth 17 65 in 6 6 in 16 8 in 44 8 cm 16 7 cm 16 8 cm Approximate Weight 20 0 lb 9 1 kg Weight Supported maximum distributed load 100 0 lb 45 5 kg Temperature Range Operating Nonoperating 50 to 95 F 22 to 140 F 10 to 35 C 30 to 60 C Relative Humidity noncondensing Operating Nonoperating 10 90 5 95 10 90 5 95 Maximum Altitude unpressurized Operating Nonoperating 10 000 ft 30 000 ft 3048 m 9144 m ...

Page 49: ...requency 115V 90 132 VAC 100 127 VAC 50 60 Hz 230V 180 264 VAC 200 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Power Output 220 W 220 W Rated Input Current maximum 6 A 100VAC 3 A 200VAC This system utilizes a passive power factor corrected power supply when used in the 230V mode This allows the system to pass the CE mark requirements for use in the countries of the European Union Compaq Evo Convertible Minitower Continued ...

Page 50: ...ted to the cable s end connector applies only to 80 conductor ATA cables See Guidelines for Installing Ultra ATA Devices in this appendix for an example of an Ultra ATA cable Compaq hard drives ship with jumpers preset to cable select mode therefore no jumper setting changes on the existing or optional drives are required If you purchase a third party hard drive refer to the documentation included...

Page 51: ...vice 1 80 Conductor Ultra ATA Cable 1 Device 0 master drive connector 2 Device 1 slave drive connector 3 System board connector For optimal performance connect hard drives to the primary controller Connect expansion devices such as ATA optical drives tape drives and diskette drives to the secondary controller Install either a third height or a half height drive into a half height bay Install guide...

Page 52: ...f available for optimum performance SCSI cable recommendation 53 inches maximum length twisted pair LVD cable with built in terminator maximum of 5 drives with a minimum driving spacing of 5 25 inches For Small Form Factor models a single device cable is the only cable that is supported The SCSI controller requires a unique SCSI ID 0 7 or 8 15 for each SCSI device installed The controller identifi...

Page 53: ...ices The system accommodates a combination of internal and external SCSI devices such as hard drives tape drives and optical drives Compaq does not recommend mixing different width SCSI devices on the same SCSI chain or on the same SCSI channel Mixing devices of different widths on the same chain or channel will always result in the data transfer rate of the slowest device in that chain It is acce...

Page 54: ...delines for Using SCSI Devices in this appendix or refer to the documentation included with the device Determine if the device requires that termination be enabled or disabled Set the termination if necessary See Using a SCSI Cable in this appendix or refer to the documentation included with the device Some devices may not have terminating jumpers on the device Termination on these devices must be...

Page 55: ...ipped with your computer may look different than the one illustrated a five device cable For Small Form Factor models a single device cable is the only cable that is supported For additional information about installing optional SCSI devices refer to the documentation included with the device option kit or contact your Compaq authorized dealer reseller or service provider Using SCSISelect with SCS...

Page 56: ...vices and SCSI ID numbers For additional information about configuring POST message display status refer to the Computer Setup F10 Utility Guide on the Compaq Documentation Library CD Choosing the Quiet Drive Options The Quiet Drive is an optional feature and may or may not be included on your computer UATA drives only If this computer is equipped with a Quiet Drive or if you choose to install a Q...

Page 57: ...message displays in the lower right corner of the screen press the F10 key If you do not press the F10 key while the message is displayed you must restart the computer to access the utility 3 Select your language from the list and press the Enter key 4 A choice of five headings displays in the Computer Setup Utilities menu Using the arrow keys or the Tab key select Storage Device Configuration 5 S...

Page 58: ...battery is not handled properly To reduce the risk of personal injury Do not attempt to recharge the battery Do not expose to temperatures higher than 60 C 140ºF Do not disassemble crush puncture short external contacts or dispose of in fire or water Replace the battery only with the Compaq spare designated for this product Ä CAUTION Before replacing the battery it is important to back up the comp...

Page 59: ...k and disable the Smart Cover Sensor 2 Shut down the operating system properly turn off the computer and any external devices disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and remove the computer cover or access panel It may be necessary to remove an expansion card to gain access to the battery 3 Locate the battery and battery holder on the system board 4 Depending on the type of battery ho...

Page 60: ...sition positive side up The battery holder automatically secures the battery in the proper position Type 2 a To release the battery from its holder squeeze the metal clamp that extends above one edge of the battery b When the battery pops up lift it out Removing a Coin Cell Battery Type 2 ...

Page 61: ... Cell Battery Type 2 After the battery has been replaced use the following steps to complete this procedure 5 Replace the computer cover or access panel 6 Plug in the computer and turn on power to the computer 7 Reset the date and time your passwords and any special system setups using Compaq Computer Setup Refer to the Computer Setup F10 Utility Guide If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock use...

Page 62: ...ay some of the available security provisions which vary by model Because of chassis differences the slots may be located in a different position than shown Installing a Cable Lock Å WARNING To avoid injury use care in handling the separated pieces of the security bracket metal edges may be sharp Be sure to install the bracket so that sharp edges do not extend from the edges of the computer chassis...

Page 63: ...ng a Security Lock The security loop may be used to secure the computer The following illustration portrays the security loop which vary by model Because of chassis differences the slots may be located in a different position than shown Installing a Security Loop ...

Page 64: ...r 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 electrostatic s...

Page 65: ...r 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 your Compaq authorized dealer reseller or service provider For more information on static electricity contact your Compaq authorized dealer reseller or service provider ...

Page 66: ...ainst the front of the desktop unit as this also restricts airflow Keep the computer away from excessive moisture direct sunlight and extremes of heat and cold For information about the recommended temperature and humidity ranges for your computer refer to Appendix A Specifications in this guide Keep liquids away from the computer and keyboard Never cover the ventilation slots on the monitor with ...

Page 67: ...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 mechanical vibration or direct sunlight Cleaning Clean the panel and controls with a soft dry cloth or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution Never spray cleaning fluid...

Page 68: ...tte 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 prop...

Page 69: ...ures 1 1 D Drive Positions 2 14 DVD ROM drive 2 24 E Easy Access Buttons customizing 1 5 electrostatic discharge E 1 F formatting a MultiBay hard drive 2 26 front bezel removing 2 5 Front Panel Components 1 2 H hard drive installation guidelines B 1 MultiBay 2 24 2 26 partitioning and formatting 2 26 I installation sequence 2 1 installing a 3 5 inch drive 2 17 a hard drive 2 20 additional drives 2...

Page 70: ...1 3 removable drives optional 2 24 removing a drive 2 22 an expansion card 2 11 2 12 an expansion slot cover 2 11 bezel blanks 2 7 computer access panel 2 4 front bezel 2 5 S SCSI controller B 5 SCSI device guidelines B 3 SCSISelect utility B 6 SDRAM synchronous dynamic random access memory 2 8 security Smart Cover Lock 2 2 security lock provisions D 1 serial number 1 7 shipping preparation F 1 Sm...

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