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Hardware Reference Guide

HP 260 G2 DM Business PC

Summary of Contents for 260 G2 DM

Page 1: ...Hardware Reference Guide HP 260 G2 DM Business PC ...

Page 2: ... 860800 001 Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models Some features may not be available on your computer Software terms By installing copying downloading or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement EULA If you do not accept these license terms your sole remedy is to ...

Page 3: ... IMPORTANT Indicates information considered important but not hazard related for example messages related to property damage A notice alerts the user that failure to follow a procedure exactly as described could result in loss of data or in damage to hardware or software Also contains essential information to explain a concept or to complete a task NOTE Contains additional information to emphasize...

Page 4: ...iv About This Book ...

Page 5: ...ive 9 Installing additional memory 12 DDR4 SDRAM SODIMMs 12 Populating SODIMM sockets 13 Installing SODIMMs 14 Replacing the battery 16 Installing an optional rear port cover 18 Installing a security lock 19 Cable lock 19 Padlock 19 Mounting the computer 20 Supported mounting options 22 Appendix A Electrostatic discharge 23 Preventing electrostatic damage 23 Grounding methods 23 Appendix B Compute...

Page 6: ...Contacting support 26 Index 27 vi ...

Page 7: ...or a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer run the diagnostic utility included on some computer models only NOTE This computer model can be used in a tower orientation or a desktop orientation The tower stand is sold separately Standard configuration features 1 ...

Page 8: ...is a problem with the computer and it is displaying a diagnostic code Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide to interpret the code Rear panel components Rear panel components 1 Optional antenna cover 6 VGA monitor connector blue 2 Padlock loop 7 USB 3 0 ports blue 3 Security cable slot 8 USB 2 0 ports black with keyboard wakeup function 4 Power connector for the AC adapter 9 RJ 45 network jack...

Page 9: ... 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 Serial number location 3 ...

Page 10: ...ious injury read the Safety Comfort Guide 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 Disconnect power to the equipment before removing the enclosure Replace and secure the enclosure be...

Page 11: ...an AC outlet 2 3 Connect the round end of the power supply cord to the power connector on the rear of the computer 3 4 Route the power supply cord through the retainer clip to prevent the cord from becoming disconnected from the computer 4 5 Bundle any excess power supply cord with the supplied strap 5 IMPORTANT Failure to secure the power supply cord with the retainer clip may result in the power...

Page 12: ...ices 4 Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect any external devices IMPORTANT Regardless of the power on state voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer 5 If the computer is on a stand remove the computer from the stand 6 Re...

Page 13: ...Replacing the computer access panel Place the access panel on the computer and slide it back 1 and then install the screw 2 to secure the panel in place Replacing the computer access panel 7 ...

Page 14: ...e voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer 4 Orient the computer so that its right side is facing up and place the computer in the optional stand NOTE To stabilize the computer in a tower orientation HP recommends the use of the optional tower...

Page 15: ...al devices IMPORTANT Regardless of the power on state voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer 5 If the computer is on a stand remove the computer from the stand 6 Remove the computer access panel 7 Unplug the combined power and data cable fro...

Page 16: ... silver and blue isolation mounting guide screws from the sides of the old hard drive 9 Install the silver and blue isolation mounting guide screws in the sides of the new hard drive 10 Chapter 2 Hardware upgrades ...

Page 17: ...bay and then slide the hard drive forward 2 until it stops and locks into place 11 Replace the access panel 12 If the computer was on a stand replace the stand 13 Reconnect the power cord and any external devices and then turn on the computer 14 Lock any security devices that were disengaged when the access panel was removed Removing and replacing a hard drive 11 ...

Page 18: ...on the SODIMMs must be industry standard 288 pin unbuffered non ECC PC4 17000 DDR4 2133 MT s compliant 1 2 volt DDR4 SDRAM SODIMMs The SODIMMs must also support CAS latency 15 DDR4 2133 MT s 15 15 15 timing contain the mandatory Joint Electronic Device Engineering Council JEDEC specification In addition the computer supports 512 Mbit 1 Gbit 2 Gbit 4 Gbit and 8 Gbit non ECC memory technologies sing...

Page 19: ...ets are populated in one channel only The system will operate in a higher performing dual channel mode if the memory capacity of the SODIMM in Channel A is equal to the memory capacity of the SODIMM in Channel B The system will operate in flex mode if the memory capacity of the SODIMM in Channel A is not equal to the memory capacity of the SODIMM in Channel B In flex mode the channel populated wit...

Page 20: ...to Electrostatic discharge on page 23 When handling a memory module be careful not to touch any of the contacts Doing so may damage the module 1 Remove disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer 2 Remove all removable media such as a USB flash drive from the computer 3 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and turn off any external devices 4 Disconnect ...

Page 21: ...le with the tab on the memory socket 9 Replace the access panel 10 If the computer was on a stand replace the stand 11 Reconnect the power cord and any external devices and then turn on the computer 12 Lock any security devices that were disengaged when the computer cover or access panel was removed The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory when you turn on the computer Installin...

Page 22: ...ed metal object NOTE The lifetime of the lithium battery can be extended by plugging the computer into a live AC outlet 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 recycle The batt...

Page 23: ... battery holder on the system board 9 To release the battery from its holder pull back the metal clamp that extends above one edge of the battery 1 When the battery pops up lift it out of the holder 2 Replacing the battery 17 ...

Page 24: ...Replace the access panel 13 If the computer was on a stand replace the stand 14 Reconnect the power cord and any external devices and then turn on the computer 15 Reset the date and time your passwords and any special system setups using Computer Setup 16 Lock any security devices that were disengaged when the computer access panel was removed Installing an optional rear port cover To install the ...

Page 25: ...Installing a security lock The security locks displayed below and on the following pages can be used to secure the computer Cable lock Padlock Installing a security lock 19 ...

Page 26: ...ing interfaces for Flat Displays FDs such as flat panel monitors flat displays and flat TVs The HP Quick Release connects to the VESA standard mounting points allowing you to mount the computer in a variety of orientations NOTE When mounting to the computer use the 15 mm screws supplied with the HP Quick Release To use the HP Quick Release 1 Remove four screws from the bottom side of the computer ...

Page 27: ...4 Slide the side of the mounting device attached to the computer 1 over the other side of the mounting device 2 to mount the computer An audible click indicates a secure connection When attached the HP Quick Release automatically locks in position You only need to slide the lever to one side to remove the computer Mounting the computer 21 ...

Page 28: ...e following illustrations demonstrate some of the supported mounting options for the mounting bracket On the back of a flat panel monitor On a wall Under a desk allowing at least 2 5 cm 1 in clearance 22 Chapter 2 Hardware upgrades ...

Page 29: ... several methods for grounding Use one or more of the following methods when handling or installing electrostatic sensitive parts 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 Use heelstraps ...

Page 30: ...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 enclosure intake and exhaust ventilation must be provided on the enclosure and the same operating guidelines listed above will still apply Keep liquids away from the computer and keyboard Never cover the ...

Page 31: ...and store all removable media 3 Turn off the computer and external devices 4 Disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet and then from the computer 5 Disconnect the system components and external devices from their power sources then from the computer NOTE Ensure that all boards are seated properly and secured in the board slots before shipping the computer 6 Pack the system components and extern...

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Page 33: ... 9 memory 12 rear port cover 18 L locks cable lock 19 padlock 19 M memory installation 12 socket population 13 specifications 12 mounting options on back of monitor 22 on wall 22 under desk 22 mounting the computer 20 P power cord connection 5 product ID location 3 Q quick release 20 R rear panel components 2 removing battery 16 computer access panel 6 hard drive 9 S security cable lock 19 padlock...

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