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Hardware Reference Guide

HP Compaq Business Desktops

dx6120 Slim Tower Models

Document Part Number: 374968-001

September 2004

This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer
model.

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Page 1: ...Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business Desktops dx6120 Slim Tower Models Document Part Number 374968 001 September 2004 This guide provides basic information for upgrading this computer model ...

Page 2: ...l 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...

Page 3: ...ings and Cautions 2 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 an Expansion Card 2 11 Removing a PCI Express Expansion Card 2 14 Installing Additional Drives 2 16 Locating Drive Positions 2 17 Removing an Optical Drive 2 18 Removing...

Page 4: ...urity Lock C 1 Cable Lock C 1 Padlock C 3 Universal Chassis Clamp Lock C 4 D Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic Damage D 1 Grounding Methods D 1 E Routine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation Routine Computer Care E 1 Optical Drive Precautions E 2 Operation E 2 Cleaning E 2 Safety E 2 Shipping Preparation E 3 Index ...

Page 5: ...mpaq Slim Tower features may vary depending on the model For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer run the Diagnostics for Windows utility Instructions for using this utility are provided in the Troubleshooting Guide on the Documentation CD Slim Tower Configuration ...

Page 6: ...ts 1 Microphone Connector 7 Diskette Drive Activity Light 2 Headphone Jack 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 Power Button Optical Drive Eject Button ...

Page 7: ...or q g Microphone Connector 6 n RJ 45 Network Connector 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 a standard PCI 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 Se...

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: ...he 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 electronic components of the computer or optional equipment Before beginning these procedures ensure that you are d...

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: ... system board with up to 4GB of memory configured in a high performing dual channel mode DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs For proper system operation if the computer supports DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs the 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 2 5 or 3 CL 2 5 or CL 3 contain the man...

Page 16: ...ved 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 with one 512MB DIMM the system will operate in Interleaved mode In any mode the maximum operational speed is determi...

Page 17: ... www hp com 2 7 Hardware Upgrades DIMM Socket Locations Item Description Socket Color 1 DIMM socket XMM1 Channel A White 2 DIMM socket XMM2 Channel A Black 3 DIMM socket XMM3 Channel B White 4 DIMM socket XMM4 Channel B Black ...

Page 18: ...static electricity 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 discon...

Page 19: ...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 20: ...ence Guide Hardware Upgrades 8 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for any additional modules that you want to install 9 Replace the computer cover The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory the next time you power on the computer ...

Page 21: ...p to 6 875 inches 17 46 cm in length The computer also has one PCI Express x1 expansion slot and one PCI Express x16 expansion slot 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 expansion slot 2 PCI expansion slot 3 PCI Express x16 expansion slot 4 PCI Express x1 expansion slot ...

Page 22: ...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 23: ...g an Expansion Card 9 Rotate the slot cover retention latch back in place to secure the expansion card 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 ...

Page 24: ...ase 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 5 Pull the retention arm on the back of the PCI Express expansion socket away from the card and carefully rock the card back and forth until the connectors pull free from the socket Pull the expansion card straight up from...

Page 25: ...expansion slot cover to close the open slot 8 Rotate the slot cover retention latch back in place to secure the expansion cards and expansion 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 26: ...puter 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 computer Do not remove a hard drive while the co...

Page 27: ... 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 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 inch device...

Page 28: ...ve is a CD ROM CD R RW DVD ROM DVD R RW 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 Compu...

Page 29: ...ardware Upgrades 5 Press down on the green latch located on the front of the chassis next to the the drives 1 This disengages the drive cage 6 Slide the drive cage forward until until it stops 2 This unlocks the drive Disengaging the Drive Cage ...

Page 30: ...uide Hardware Upgrades 7 Disconnect the power and data cables from the rear of the optical drive Disconnecting the Power and Data Cables 8 Slide the optical drive forward and lift it up and out of the drive cage Removing the Optical Drive ...

Page 31: ...he 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 signal and power cables from the rear of the diskette drive 3 Slide the diskette drive forward and lift it up and out of the drive cage Removing the Diskette Drive To r...

Page 32: ...ve 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 3 16 inch or 5 mm long screws as guide screws Longer screws can damage the internal components of th...

Page 33: ... 23 Hardware Upgrades 6 Press down on the green latch located on the front of the chassis next to the drives 1 This disengages the drive cage 7 Slide the drive cage forward until it stops 2 This unlocks the drive Disengaging the Drive Cage ...

Page 34: ...eference Guide Hardware Upgrades 8 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 to secure the drive in the J slots Installing the Optical Drive ...

Page 35: ... cage all the way back into the chassis until the drive cage locks into position The drive automatically locks in the drive cage when the drive cage is slid back 12 Replace the computer cover 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...

Page 36: ... 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 computer on its side 4 Remove the computer c...

Page 37: ...nce Guide www hp com 2 27 Hardware Upgrades 5 Press down on the green latch located on the front of the chassis next to the optical drive 1 and slide the optical drive cage forward 2 Sliding the Optical Drive Forward ...

Page 38: ...e Hardware Upgrades 6 Rotate the power supply cage to the upright position Raising the Power Supply Cage 7 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 39: ...and out of the bay 2 Removing the Hard Drive 9 To install a hard drive reverse the above procedure The replacement hard drive kit includes several data cables Make sure to use the cable that is exactly the same as the factory installed cable If the system has only one SATA hard drive the data cable must be connected to the connector labeled P60 SATA 0 first to avoid any hard drive performance prob...

Page 40: ...nstalling a Drive into the 3 5 inch Drive Bay Depending on the computer configuration the 3 5 inch drive bay on the left side of the computer may be 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 ...

Page 41: ...he 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 Position the guide screws on the drive into the J slots in the drive bay 1 Then slide the...

Page 42: ...t the other end of the data cable to the system board connector labeled P61 SATA 1 5 Remove 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 43: ...diskette drive bezel PN 360189 001 If you are installing a hard drive you must install 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 com...

Page 44: ... 95 inches 10 3 cm Depth depth will increase if the computer is equipped with a port security bracket 14 9 inches 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 Non...

Page 45: ...ange 100 240 VAC 100 240 VAC Rated Line Frequency 50 60 Hz 50 60 Hz Power Output 240 W 240 W Rated Input Current 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 Uni...

Page 46: ...ly 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 batt...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...ot shown is also available Go to www hp com for more information 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 Remove the computer from the s...

Page 51: ...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 52: ...Hardware Reference Guide www hp com C 3 Security Lock Provisions Padlock I Installing a Padlock ...

Page 53: ...C 4 www hp com Hardware Reference Guide Security Lock Provisions Universal Chassis Clamp Lock Without Security Cable 1 Thread the keyboard and mouse cables through the lock ...

Page 54: ...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 55: ...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 56: ...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 57: ...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 58: ...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 59: ...tly against 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 the 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 ...

Page 60: ...n 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 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 cleanin...

Page 61: ...k 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 boards are seat...

Page 62: ...Ms See memory diskette drive activity light 1 2 eject button 1 2 removing 2 21 drive bezel 2 17 2 30 2 32 installation guidelines 2 16 locations 2 17 drive cage unlocking 2 19 2 23 E electrostatic discharge preventing damage D 1 expansion card installing 2 11 PCI 2 11 PCI Express 2 11 2 14 slot locations 2 11 expansion slot cover removing 2 12 F front panel components 1 2 G guide screws 2 16 2 22 ...

Page 63: ... identifying sockets 2 6 installing 2 5 Interleaved mode 2 6 populating sockets 2 6 single channel mode 2 6 specifications 2 5 microphone connector 1 2 1 3 monitor connecting 1 3 mouse connector 1 3 special functions 1 5 O optical drive activity light 1 2 cleaning E 2 connecting cables 2 25 eject button 1 2 guide screws 2 22 guidelines E 2 installing 2 22 location 1 2 precautions E 2 removing 2 18...

Page 64: ... routine computer care E 1 S SATA controllers 2 16 installing hard drive 2 26 2 30 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 W Windows Logo key functions 1 5 locations 1 4 ...

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