Hardware Reference Guide
HP Compaq Business PC
dx2100 Slim Tower Model
Document Part Number: 376294-001
July 2005
This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer model.
Page 1: ...Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business PC dx2100 Slim Tower Model Document Part Number 376294 001 July 2005 This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer model ...
Page 2: ...r 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 li...
Page 3: ...1 Removing the Computer from the Stand 2 2 Removing the Computer Cover 2 3 Replacing the Computer Cover 2 4 Installing Additional Memory 2 5 DIMMs 2 5 DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs 2 5 Populating DIMM Sockets 2 6 Installing DIMMs 2 8 Installing an Expansion Card 2 10 Installing Additional Drives 2 14 Locating Drive Positions 2 15 Removing an Optical Drive 2 16 Removing a Diskette Drive 2 20 Installing an Optio...
Page 4: ...ck C 1 Padlock C 3 HP Business PC Security Lock C 4 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 Index ...
Page 5: ...wer features may vary depending on the model For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed 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 CD Slim Tower Configuration ...
Page 6: ...rophone Connector 7 Diskette Drive Activity Light 2 Headphone Connector 8 Diskette Drive 3 USB Universal Serial Bus Ports 2 9 Optical Drive Activity Light 4 Hard Drive Activity Light Diskette Eject Button 5 Power On Light q Optical Drive CD ROM CD R RW DVD ROM DVD R RW or CD RW DVD Combo Drive 6 Dual State Power Button Optical Drive Eject Button ...
Page 7: ...ut Connector for powered audio devices green 5 m Serial Connector j Line In Audio Connector blue Arrangement and number of connectors may vary by model 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 information about Boot Order refer to the Computer ...
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: ...ation Each computer has a unique serial number 1 located on the top of the computer and a product ID number 2 located on the side panel 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: ...ter from the stand 1 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any external devices 2 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the computer and disconnect any external devices 3 Lift the computer off the stand Removing the Computer from the Computer Stand Lay the computer on its side with the computer cover facing up before removing the computer cover and...
Page 13: ...et and the computer and disconnect any external devices 3 Remove the computer from the stand and lay the computer on its side 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 until it stops 2 an...
Page 14: ... 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 15: ...a high performing dual channel mode DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs For proper system operation the DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs must be industry standard 240 pin unbuffered PC3200 400 MHz compliant or PC4300 533 MHz compliant 1 8 volt DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs The DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs must also support CAS latency 3 4 or 5 CL 3 CL 4 or CL 5 for DDR2 400 MHz supports CAS latency 4 or 5 CL 4 or CL 5 for DDR2 533 MHz contain the mandatory...
Page 16: ...al 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 if Channel A is populated with two 256MB DIMMS and Channel B is populated wit...
Page 17: ...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 18: ... by briefly touching 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 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any external devices 2 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external ...
Page 19: ...xample 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 inserted and properly seated Make sure the latches are in the closed position 3 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 for any additional modules that you want to...
Page 20: ...PCI expansion slots that can accommodate an expansion card up to 6 875 inches 17 46 cm in length The computer also has one PCI Express x1 expansion slot The PCI and PCI Express slots support only low profile expansion cards Expansion Slot Locations Item Description 1 PCI expansion slots 2 PCI Express x1 expansion slot ...
Page 21: ...rnal devices 3 Remove the computer from the stand and lay the computer on its side 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 Remove the slot cover b...
Page 22: ... 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 11 Replace the computer cover and place the computer on its stand 12 Plug in the power cord and and turn on the computer 13 Rec...
Page 23: ...ard 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 during operation ...
Page 24: ...led 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 off the com...
Page 25: ...iskette drive shown 3 5 25 inch drive bay for optional drives If the computer has a 1 44 MB diskette drive installed it will be configured with a diskette drive bezel as shown in the illustration If the computer contains an empty 3 5 inch drive bay then a bezel blank 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 inch device such a...
Page 26: ...W or CD RW DVD Combo drive To remove an optical drive 1 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any external devices 2 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 3 Remove the computer from the stand and lay the computer on its side 4 Remove the computer cover Refer to Removing the Computer Cover 5 Rotate the drive cage to i...
Page 27: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com 2 17 Hardware Upgrades 6 Disconnect the power and data cables from the rear of the optical drive Disconnecting the Power and Data Cables ...
Page 28: ... Hardware Reference Guide 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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ... 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 32: ... 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 33: ... 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 components of the driv...
Page 34: ...re Reference Guide 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 35: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com 2 25 Hardware Upgrades 7 Rotate the drive cage to its upright position Rotating the Drive Cage Up ...
Page 36: ... www hp com Hardware Reference Guide 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 37: ...hen rotating the drive cage down 11 Replace the computer cover and place the computer on its stand 12 Plug in the power cord and and turn on the computer 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 Improper cable placement can damage the comput...
Page 38: ... it so that you 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 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any external devices 2 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 3 Remove the computer from the stand and lay the...
Page 39: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com 2 29 Hardware Upgrades 5 Rotate the optical diskette drive cage to its upright position Rotating the Drive Cage Up ...
Page 40: ...2 30 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Upgrades 6 Remove the security clip if installed that secures the rear chassis wall to the power supply Removing the Security Clip ...
Page 41: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com 2 31 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 42: ...2 32 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide 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 43: ...m has only one SATA hard drive the data cable must be connected to the 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 extr...
Page 44: ... configured with 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 the optional 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 i...
Page 45: ...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 46: ...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 47: ...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 the Drive Bezel Diskette Drive Bezel shown ...
Page 48: ...you are installing a hard drive you must install a bezel blank 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 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 ...
Page 49: ... 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 sea le...
Page 50: ...nt maximum 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...
Page 51: ...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 battery is...
Page 52: ...onnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices Then remove the computer stand and cover 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 the system board complete the following instructions to replace the battery Type 1 a Lift the ba...
Page 53: ...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 54: ...to 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 and stand 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 for more i...
Page 55: ... security lock turn off the computer unplug the power cord and lay the computer on its side Cable Lock For maximum security install a chassis security clip part number 372291 001 before installing the cable lock 1 Turn off the computer properly through the operating system then turn off any external devices 2 Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices 3 Rem...
Page 56: ...ence Guide Security Lock Provisions 5 Insert the security clip as shown in the illustration below Installing the Security Clip 6 Replace the computer cover 7 Insert the cable lock in the location shown below Installing a Cable Lock ...
Page 57: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com C 3 Security Lock Provisions Padlock I Installing a Padlock ...
Page 58: ...C 4 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Security Lock Provisions HP Business PC Security Lock Without Security Cable 1 Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock ...
Page 59: ...uide www hp com C 5 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 60: ...www hp com Hardware Reference Guide 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 61: ...om C 7 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 62: ...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 63: ...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 64: ...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 65: ...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 66: ...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 67: ...ving 2 20 drive bezel 2 15 2 34 2 37 installation guidelines 2 14 locations 2 15 E electrostatic discharge preventing damage D 1 expansion card installing 2 10 PCI 2 10 PCI Express 2 10 slot locations 2 10 expansion slot cover removing 2 11 F front panel components 1 2 G guide screws 2 14 2 23 2 35 guidelines battery replacement B 1 computer operating E 1 drive installation 2 14 electrostatic disc...
Page 68: ...e 2 6 capacity 2 5 2 6 2 9 identifying modules 2 9 identifying sockets 2 7 installing 2 5 Interleaved mode 2 6 populating sockets 2 6 single channel mode 2 6 specifications 2 5 microphone connector 1 2 monitor connecting 1 3 mouse connector 1 3 special functions 1 5 O operating guidelines E 1 optical drive activity light 1 2 cleaning E 2 connecting cables 2 26 eject button 1 2 guide screws 2 23 gu...
Page 69: ...urity clip 2 30 RJ 45 connector 1 3 S SATA controllers 2 14 installing hard drive 2 28 2 34 security locks C 1 serial connector 1 3 serial number location 1 6 shipping preparation E 3 specifications computer A 1 memory 2 5 status lights 1 4 U USB ports front panel 1 2 rear panel 1 3 V ventilation guidelines E 1 W Windows Logo key functions 1 5 locations 1 4 ...
