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Hardware Reference Guide

HP Compaq Business PC

dc7600 Small Form Factor Model

Document Part Number: 384571-001

May 2005

This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer
model.

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Page 1: ...Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business PC dc7600 Small Form Factor Model Document Part Number 384571 001 May 2005 This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer model ...

Page 2: ...ditorial 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 life ...

Page 3: ...actor Computer in a Tower Orientation 2 2 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock 2 3 Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key 2 3 Removing the Computer Cover 2 5 Replacing the Computer Cover 2 6 Installing Additional Memory 2 7 DIMMs 2 7 DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs 2 7 Populating DIMM Sockets 2 8 Installing DIMMs 2 10 Installing an Expansion Card 2 13 Removing a PCI Express x16 Expansion Card 2 17 Installing Additional Dr...

Page 4: ...ovisions Installing a Security Lock C 1 Cable Lock C 1 Padlock C 2 Universal Chassis Clamp Lock C 3 D Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage D 1 Grounding Methods D 1 E Computer Operating Guidelines Routine Care and Shipping Preparation Computer Operating Guidelines and Routine Care E 1 Optical Drive Precautions E 2 Operation E 2 Cleaning E 2 Safety E 2 Shipping Preparation E 3 In...

Page 5: ...stalled in the computer run the diagnostics utility included on some computer models only Instructions for using the utility are provided in the Troubleshooting Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD The Small Form Factor computer can also be used in a tower orientation For more information see the Using the Small Form Factor Computer in a Tower Orientation section in this guide Small Form ...

Page 6: ...Microphone Connector 2 Diskette Drive 8 Headphone Connector 3 Optical Drive Activity Light 9 USB Universal Serial Bus Ports 2 4 Diskette Eject Button Hard Drive Activity Light 5 Optical Drive CD ROM CD R RW DVD ROM DVD R RW or CD RW DVD Combo Drive q Power On Light 6 Optical Drive Eject Button w Dual State Power Button Some models do not include an optical or diskette drive ...

Page 7: ...j Line In Audio Connector blue Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model The monitor connector on the system board is inactive when a PCI Express graphics card is installed in the computer If an ADD2 graphics card is installed the connectors on the card and the system board may be used at the same time Some settings may need to be changed in Computer Setup to use both connectors For i...

Page 8: ... or Web site These keys allow you to move left right up and down using the keyboard instead of the mouse 6 Ctrl Keys Used in combination with another key its effect depends on the application software you are using 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 ...

Page 9: ...s Windows 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 the computer if ...

Page 10: ...ion Each computer has a unique serial number 1 located on the left side of the computer and a product ID number 2 located on the top cover of the computer Keep these numbers available for use when contacting customer service for assistance Serial Number and Product ID Locations ...

Page 11: ... 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 electronic components of the computer or optional equipment Before beginning these procedures ensure that you are discharged of static electricity by br...

Page 12: ...or desktop orientation To use it in the tower orientation stand the computer up on its right side as shown in the illustration below Ensure at least 4 inches 10 2 cm of space on all sides of the computer remains clear and free of obstructions Changing from Desktop to Tower Orientation To further stabilize the computer in a tower orientation you can purchase a tower stand from HP ...

Page 13: ...d cannot enter your password to disable the lock you will need a Smart Cover FailSafe Key to open the computer cover You will need the key to access the internal computer components in any of the following circumstances Power outage Startup failure PC component for example processor or power supply failure Forgotten password The Smart Cover FailSafe Key is a specialized tool available from HP Be p...

Page 14: ... the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 3 Use the FailSafe Key to remove the tamper proof screw 1 that secures the Smart Cover Lock 4 Push the metal arm that wraps around the air vent grid up and back 2 to free the Smart Cover Lock from the chassis Removing the Smart Cover Lock Screw 5 Remove the computer cover Refer to Removing the Computer Cover To reattach the Smart Cover Lock sec...

Page 15: ...system then turn off any external devices 3 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the computer and disconnect any external devices Ä CAUTION Before removing the computer cover ensure that the computer is turned off and that the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet 4 Press the buttons on the left and right sides of the computer 1 then slide the computer cover forward ...

Page 16: ... Hardware Upgrades Replacing the Computer Cover To replace the computer cover align the tabs on the panel with the slots on the chassis then slide the cover all the way onto the chassis until it locks into place Replacing the Computer Cover ...

Page 17: ... the system board with up to 4GB of memory configured in a high performing dual channel mode DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs For proper system operation the DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs must be industry standard 240 pin unbuffered PC2 4200 533 MHz 1 8 volt DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs The DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs must also support CAS latency 4 CL 4 for DDR2 533 MHz contain the mandatory JEDEC SPD information In addition the computer supports ...

Page 18: ... the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel A is not equal to the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel B The system will operate in a higher performing dual channel Interleaved mode if the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel A is equal to the total memory capacity of the DIMMs in Channel B However the technology and device width can vary between the channels For example i...

Page 19: ...he sockets are labeled XMM1 XMM2 XMM3 and XMM4 Sockets XMM1 and XMM2 operate in memory channel A Sockets XMM3 and XMM4 operate in memory channel B DIMM Socket Locations Item Description Socket Color 1 DIMM socket XMM1 Channel A Black 2 DIMM socket XMM2 Channel A White 3 DIMM socket XMM3 Channel B Black 4 DIMM socket XMM4 Channel B White ...

Page 20: ...ng a grounded metal object Refer to Appendix D 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 restart the computer and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any extern...

Page 21: ...ry socket For maximum performance populate the sockets so that the memory capacity of Channel A is equal to the memory capacity of Channel B For example if you have one preinstalled DIMM in socket XMM1 and are adding a second DIMM it is recommended that you install a DIMM of equal memory capacity into the XMM3 or XMM4 socket 7 Push the module down into the socket ensuring that the module is fully ...

Page 22: ...ou want to install 9 Replace the computer cover 10 Plug in the power cord and turn on the computer 11 If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory the first time you power on the computer ...

Page 23: ...pansion slot The PCI and PCI Express slots support only low profile cards unless an optional riser is installed The optional riser supports two full height standard PCI slots If the riser is installed the PCI Express x16 expansion slot is inaccessible Expansion Slot Locations You can install a PCI Express x1 x4 x8 or x16 expansion card in the PCI Express x16 expansion slot Item Description 1 PCI e...

Page 24: ...xternal devices 3 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 4 Remove the computer cover Refer to Removing the Computer Cover 5 Identify the slot into which you want to insert the expansion card 6 Release the slot cover retention latch that secures the PCI slot covers by lifting the green tab on the latch and rotating the latch to the open position 1 7 Remo...

Page 25: ...r retention latch back in place to secure the expansion card 10 Connect external cables to the installed card if needed Connect internal cables to the system board if needed If the card requires audio connect the audio cable to the connector on the system board labeled Aux located towards the edge of the system board under the power supply cage 11 Replace the computer cover 12 Plug in the power co...

Page 26: ...Computer Setup When you install an expansion card make sure the metal bracket on the card slides into the slot on the back of the computer then press down firmly on the card so that the whole connector seats properly in the expansion card slot Ä CAUTION All expansion card slots on the rear of the computer must contain either an expansion card or slot cover for proper cooling of internal components...

Page 27: ...es 4 Remove the computer cover Refer to Removing the Computer Cover 5 Release the slot cover retention latch on the back of the computer that secures the PCI slot covers by lifting the green tab on the latch and rotating the latch to the open position 6 Pull the retention arm on the back of the PCI Express x16 expansion socket away from the card and carefully rock the card back and forth until the...

Page 28: ... back in place to secure the expansion cards and expansion slot covers 10 Replace the computer cover 11 Plug in the power cord and and turn on the computer 12 If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor Ä CAUTION All expansion card slots on the rear of the computer must contain either an expansion card or slot cover for proper c...

Page 29: ...ews installed in the front of the chassis under the computer cover The hard drive uses 6 32 standard screws All other drives use M3 metric screws The HP supplied metric screws are black and the HP supplied standard screws are silver Ä CAUTION To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive If you are inserting or removing a hard drive shut down the operating system properly then turn o...

Page 30: ... 3 5 inch drive bay 1 44 MB diskette drive shown If the computer has a 1 44 MB diskette drive installed it will be configured with a diskette drive bezel PN 360189 001 as shown in the illustration If the computer contains an empty 3 5 inch drive bay then a bezel blank PN 358797 001 will be installed on the computer instead If you do not have a drive in this slot you may choose to install a 3 5 inc...

Page 31: ...bo drive To remove an optical drive 1 If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock restart the computer and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any external devices 3 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 4 Remove the computer cover Refer to Removing the Computer Cover 5 Rotate ...

Page 32: ...2 22 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades 6 Disconnect the power and data cables from the rear of the optical drive Disconnecting the Power and Data Cables ...

Page 33: ...nce Guide www hp com 2 23 Hardware Upgrades 7 Rotate the drive cage back down to its normal position Rotating the Drive Cage Down Ä CAUTION Be careful not to pinch any cables or wires when rotating the drive cage down ...

Page 34: ...e drive from the drive cage While pressing the drive retainer latch slide the drive forward and lift it up and out of the drive cage 2 Removing the Optical Drive To replace the optical drive reverse the removal procedure When replacing a drive transfer the four guide screws from the old drive to the new one The screws take the place of drive rails ...

Page 35: ...ing the drive from the computer The diskette drive is located underneath the optical drive To remove the diskette drive 1 Follow the procedure in the above section Removing an Optical Drive to remove the optical drive and access the diskette drive 2 Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the diskette drive Disconnecting the Diskette Drive Cables ...

Page 36: ... Hardware Upgrades 3 Press the green drive retention latch 1 located on the side of the diskette drive to disengage the drive from the drive cage and slide the diskette drive forward approximately 6mm 1 4 inch 2 Disengaging the Diskette Drive ...

Page 37: ... until it is free from the drive cage 2 Removing the Diskette Drive To replace the diskette drive reverse the removal procedure making sure you slide the front guide screws into the cage first then rotate the rear of the drive down and slide it back until it locks into position When replacing a drive transfer the four guide screws from the old drive to the new one The screws take the place of driv...

Page 38: ...y external devices 4 Remove the computer cover Refer to Removing the Computer Cover 5 Install two M3 metric guide screws in the lower holes on each side of the drive HP has provided four extra M3 metric guide screws on the front of the chassis under the computer cover The M3 metric guide screws are black Ä CAUTION Use only 5 mm long screws as guide screws Longer screws can damage the internal comp...

Page 39: ...de www hp com 2 29 Hardware Upgrades 6 Position the guide screws on the drive into the J slots in the drive bay 1 Then slide the drive toward the rear of the computer 2 until it locks into place Installing the Optical Drive ...

Page 40: ...2 30 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades 7 Rotate the drive cage to its upright position Rotating the Drive Cage Up ...

Page 41: ...ware Reference Guide www hp com 2 31 Hardware Upgrades 8 Connect the data cable to the system board 9 Connect the power and data cables to the rear of the optical drive Connecting the Power and Data Cables ...

Page 42: ...ace the computer cover 12 Plug in the power cord and and turn on the computer 13 If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock use Computer Setup to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor The system automatically recognizes the drive and reconfigures the computer Ä CAUTION When servicing the computer ensure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process Impro...

Page 43: ... can install the data onto the new hard drive The preinstalled 3 5 inch hard drive is located under the power supply To remove and replace the hard drive 1 If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock restart the computer and enter Computer Setup to unlock the lock 2 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any external devices 3 Disconnect the power cord from the power...

Page 44: ...2 34 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades 5 Rotate the optical diskette drive cage to its upright position Rotating the Drive Cage Up ...

Page 45: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com 2 35 Hardware Upgrades 6 Remove the security clip if installed that secures the rear chassis wall to the power supply Removing the Security Clip ...

Page 46: ...2 36 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades 7 Rotate the power supply cage to its upright position The hard drive is located beneath the power supply cage Raising the Power Supply Cage ...

Page 47: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com 2 37 Hardware Upgrades 8 Disconnect the power cable 1 and data cable 2 from the back of the hard drive Disconnecting the Hard Drive Power Cable and Data Cable ...

Page 48: ...as only one SATA hard drive the data cable must be connected to the blue connector labeled P60 SATA 0 on the system board to avoid any hard drive performance problems When replacing the hard drive transfer the four screws from the old drive to the new one The screws take the place of drive rails You will need a Torx T 15 screwdriver to remove and re install the guide screws HP has provided four ex...

Page 49: ...a diskette drive or it may be an empty drive bay The type of bezel covering the drive bay will vary depending on the original computer configuration If the computer was not configured with a diskette drive you can install a 3 5 inch device such as a diskette drive or hard drive into the drive bay The type of bezel you need will depend on the type of device you plan to install If you are installing...

Page 50: ...assis under the computer cover The hard drive uses 6 32 standard screws All other drives use M3 metric screws The HP supplied M3 metric screws are black and the HP supplied 6 32 standard screws are silver 1 Follow the procedure described in the Removing an Optical Drive section to remove the optical drive and access the 3 5 inch drive bay 2 Hold the drive at an angle with the rear guide screws abo...

Page 51: ...ear of the drive 1 then slide the drive back until it locks into place 2 Installing a Drive into the 3 5 inch Drive Bay Hard Drive shown 4 Connect the power and data cables to the rear of the drive If installing a second hard drive connect the other end of the data cable to the white system board connector labeled P61 SATA 1 5 Replace the optical drive ...

Page 52: ... the drive bezel by pushing the two tabs on one side of the larger front bezel inward 1 and rotating the drive bezel away from the larger front bezel 2 The type of bezel will vary depending on the computer configuration Removing a Drive Bezel Diskette Drive Bezel shown ...

Page 53: ... a bezel blank PN 358797 001 as shown in the illustration below If you are installing a 3 5 inch device other than a diskette drive or hard drive you must install the 3 5 inch device bezel PN 358796 001 Contact an authorized HP reseller or service provider to order the appropriate bezel when reconfiguring the computer Installing a Drive Bezel Bezel Blank for Hard Drive shown 8 Replace the computer...

Page 54: ...es 37 85 cm Approximate Weight 21 lb 9 53 kg Temperature Range Operating 50 to 95 F 10 to 35 C Nonoperating 22 to 140 F 30 to 60 C Relative Humidity noncondensing Operating 10 90 10 90 Nonoperating 38 7 C max wet bulb 5 95 5 95 Maximum Altitude unpressurized Operating 10 000 ft 3048 m Nonoperating 30 000 ft 9144 m Operating temperature is derated 1 0 C per 300 m 1000 ft to 3000 m 10 000 ft above s...

Page 55: ...aximum 5A 100 VAC 2 5A 200 VAC Heat Dissipation Maximum 1260 BTU hr 318 kg cal hr Typical idle 340 BTU hr 86 kg cal hr This system utilizes an active power factor corrected power supply This allows the system to pass the CE mark requirements for use in the countries of the European Union The active power factor corrected power supply also has the added benefit of not requiring an input voltage ran...

Page 56: ...he 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 battery is removed...

Page 57: ...h 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 cover 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 holder on the system board complete the following inst...

Page 58: ...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 59: ... the battery has been replaced use the following steps to complete this procedure 5 Replace the computer cover 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 Computer Setup Refer to the Computer Setup F10 Utility Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD 8 If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock use Comput...

Page 60: ... Setup F10 Utility Guide and the Desktop Management Guide on the Documentation and Diagnostics CD and the HP ProtectTools Security Manager Guide some models at www hp com Installing a Security Lock The security locks displayed below and on the following pages can be used to secure the computer Cable Lock I Installing a Cable Lock ...

Page 61: ...C 2 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Security Lock Provisions Padlock Installing a Padlock ...

Page 62: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com C 3 Security Lock Provisions Universal Chassis Clamp Lock Without Security Cable 1 Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock ...

Page 63: ...are Reference Guide Security Lock Provisions 2 Screw the lock to the chassis using the screw provided 3 Insert the plug into the lock 1 and push the button in 2 to engage the lock Use the key provided to disengage the lock ...

Page 64: ...ware Reference Guide www hp com C 5 Security Lock Provisions With Security Cable 1 Fasten the security cable by looping it around a stationary object 2 Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock ...

Page 65: ... Guide Security Lock Provisions 3 Screw the lock to the chassis using the screw provided 4 Insert the plug end of the security cable into the lock 1 and push the button in 2 to engage the lock Use the key provided to disengage the lock ...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...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 ...

Page 68: ...strict 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 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 circula...

Page 69: ...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 70: ...sert 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 boar...

Page 71: ...ns A 1 D desktop dimensions A 1 DIMMs See memory diskette drive activity light 1 2 eject button 1 2 removing 2 21 drive bezel 2 20 2 39 2 42 installation guidelines 2 19 locations 2 20 E electrostatic discharge preventing damage D 1 expansion card installing 2 13 optional riser 2 13 PCI 2 13 PCI Express 2 13 2 17 slot locations 2 13 expansion slot cover removing 2 14 F FailSafe Key ordering 2 3 us...

Page 72: ...able lock C 1 chassis clamp lock C 3 padlock C 2 Smart Cover Lock 2 3 M memory Asymetric mode 2 8 capacity 2 7 2 8 2 11 identifying modules 2 11 identifying sockets 2 9 installing 2 7 Interleaved mode 2 8 populating sockets 2 8 single channel mode 2 8 specifications 2 7 microphone connector 1 2 monitor connecting 1 3 mouse connector 1 3 special functions 1 5 O optical drive activity light 1 2 clea...

Page 73: ...er Lock 2 4 RJ 45 connector 1 3 S SATA controllers 2 19 installing hard drive 2 33 2 39 security locks C 1 serial connector 1 3 serial number location 1 6 shipping preparation E 3 Smart Cover FailSafe key 2 3 lock 2 3 removing lock 2 4 specifications computer A 1 memory 2 7 status lights 1 4 support telephone numbers 2 3 U USB ports front panel 1 2 rear panel 1 3 V ventilation guidelines E 1 W Win...

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