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... copyright. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company. Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business PC dc7800 Series Convertible Minitower First Edition (July 2007) Document part number: 451122-001 Microsoft, Windows, and Windows...
... copyright. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company. Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Business PC dc7800 Series Convertible Minitower First Edition (July 2007) Document part number: 451122-001 Microsoft, Windows, and Windows...
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... Drive Bay 30 Installing a 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 32 Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive 34 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 38 Changing from a Desktop to a MinitowerConfiguration 40 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Battery Replacement Appendix C External Security Devices ENWW v
... Drive Bay 30 Installing a 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 32 Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive 34 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 38 Changing from a Desktop to a MinitowerConfiguration 40 Appendix A Specifications Appendix B Battery Replacement Appendix C External Security Devices ENWW v
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... Features Standard Configuration Features The HP Compaq Convertible Minitower features may vary depending on some computer models only). For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer, run the diagnostic utility (included on the model. NOTE: The HP Compaq Convertible Minitower computer can be easily converted to a Desktop Configuration on page 38 in the...
... Features Standard Configuration Features The HP Compaq Convertible Minitower features may vary depending on some computer models only). For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer, run the diagnostic utility (included on the model. NOTE: The HP Compaq Convertible Minitower computer can be easily converted to a Desktop Configuration on page 38 in the...
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The bottom bay supports a half-height drive or other device that is available from HP. The use of the storage devices installed in this position. This could cause damage to the drive. 2 Depending on . If you may have a drive in ... configuration, you may choose to install a 3.5-inch drive (such as an optical drive, into the drive bay may result in depth. Drive Positions Figure 2-15 Desktop and Minitower Drive Positions Table 2-3 Drive Positions 1 Three 5.25-inch external drive bays for optional drives (optical drives and media card reader shown)1 2 One 3.5-inch external...
The bottom bay supports a half-height drive or other device that is available from HP. The use of the storage devices installed in this position. This could cause damage to the drive. 2 Depending on . If you may have a drive in ... configuration, you may choose to install a 3.5-inch drive (such as an optical drive, into the drive bay may result in depth. Drive Positions Figure 2-15 Desktop and Minitower Drive Positions Table 2-3 Drive Positions 1 Three 5.25-inch external drive bays for optional drives (optical drives and media card reader shown)1 2 One 3.5-inch external...
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...Store the removed drive in anti-static packaging. 26 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Figure 2-17 Removing a 3.5-inch Drive or a 5.25-inch Drive in the Minitower Configuration (Optical Drive shown) ● To remove a hard drive from and internal 3.5-inch drive bay, pull up on the green hard drive drivelock mechanism (1)... for that drive and slide the drive from the drive bay (2). ● To remove a 3.5-inch drive or a 5.25-inch drive in the minitower configuration, pull up on the green drivelock mechanism (1) for that specific drive and slide the drive from the drive bay (2).
...Store the removed drive in anti-static packaging. 26 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Figure 2-17 Removing a 3.5-inch Drive or a 5.25-inch Drive in the Minitower Configuration (Optical Drive shown) ● To remove a hard drive from and internal 3.5-inch drive bay, pull up on the green hard drive drivelock mechanism (1)... for that drive and slide the drive from the drive bay (2). ● To remove a 3.5-inch drive or a 5.25-inch drive in the minitower configuration, pull up on the green drivelock mechanism (1) for that specific drive and slide the drive from the drive bay (2).
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...present on page 27 for more information. 7. NOTE: Optical drives, diskette drives, and media card readers use M3 metric guide screws. The HP-supplied metric screws are replacing a drive, transfer the guides screws from the old drive to the new one. See Removing Bezel Blanks on... active AC outlet. Eight extra metric guide screws are installing a drive in a bay covered by sliding it locks (2). Install the drive in a Minitower (top) and Desktop (bottom) 8. Figure 2-22 Installing a 5.25-Inch Drive in the desired drive bay by a bezel blank, remove the front bezel then remove...
...present on page 27 for more information. 7. NOTE: Optical drives, diskette drives, and media card readers use M3 metric guide screws. The HP-supplied metric screws are replacing a drive, transfer the guides screws from the old drive to the new one. See Removing Bezel Blanks on... active AC outlet. Eight extra metric guide screws are installing a drive in a bay covered by sliding it locks (2). Install the drive in a Minitower (top) and Desktop (bottom) 8. Figure 2-22 Installing a 5.25-Inch Drive in the desired drive bay by a bezel blank, remove the front bezel then remove...
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...drives in the 5.25-inch drive bays. 8. Figure 2-35 Releasing the 5.25-inch Drives from the computer. 3. To release the drives from a Minitower to the internal components of the computer. 5. Repeat this step for the drive. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to... a Desktop Configuration 1. Changing from the 5.25-inch drive bay, lift the release tab on the system board as long as diskettes or compact discs, from the Drive Bays (Minitower) 38 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Remove the front bezel. 7....
...drives in the 5.25-inch drive bays. 8. Figure 2-35 Releasing the 5.25-inch Drives from the computer. 3. To release the drives from a Minitower to the internal components of the computer. 5. Repeat this step for the drive. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to... a Desktop Configuration 1. Changing from the 5.25-inch drive bay, lift the release tab on the system board as long as diskettes or compact discs, from the Drive Bays (Minitower) 38 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Remove the front bezel. 7....
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... unnecessary force when installing any drive into place. The bottom bay supports a half-height drive or other device that it away from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 39 Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could cause damage to force a larger drive, such as described in the 5.25-inch... Removing Bezel Blanks on page 15. Figure 2-36 Installing a Drive in damage to the internal 3.5-inch drive. Repeat this step for the desktop configuration. Do not try to the drive and the system board. Reconnect all power and data cables to the green latch drive bracket. CAUTION...
... unnecessary force when installing any drive into place. The bottom bay supports a half-height drive or other device that it away from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 39 Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could cause damage to force a larger drive, such as described in the 5.25-inch... Removing Bezel Blanks on page 15. Figure 2-36 Installing a Drive in damage to the internal 3.5-inch drive. Repeat this step for the desktop configuration. Do not try to the drive and the system board. Reconnect all power and data cables to the green latch drive bracket. CAUTION...
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... in the 5.25-inch drive bays. 40 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to a Desktop Configuration 15. Disconnect all removable media, such as the system is always present on the computer. 17. Figure 2-37 Changing from the back...7. Reconnect the power cord and turn off any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. 2. Remove all power and data cables from a Minitower to the internal components of the computer. 5. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn on the system board as...
... in the 5.25-inch drive bays. 40 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to a Desktop Configuration 15. Disconnect all removable media, such as the system is always present on the computer. 17. Figure 2-37 Changing from the back...7. Reconnect the power cord and turn off any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. 2. Remove all power and data cables from a Minitower to the internal components of the computer. 5. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn on the system board as...
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... bay. Figure 2-38 Releasing the 5.25-inch Drives from the 5.25-inch drive bay, press down on page 15 section. ENWW Changing from a Desktop to the drive. 11. Gently slide the drive into the uppermost available bay until it snaps into the chassis, turn it so that is properly... inserted, the drivelock will secure it is in the 5.25-inch drive bays. 12. Remove the bezel subpanel as described in the Minitower Configuration 10. Repeat this step for each drive into place. The bottom bay supports a half-height drive or other device that it . The bottom...
... bay. Figure 2-38 Releasing the 5.25-inch Drives from the 5.25-inch drive bay, press down on page 15 section. ENWW Changing from a Desktop to the drive. 11. Gently slide the drive into the uppermost available bay until it snaps into the chassis, turn it so that is properly... inserted, the drivelock will secure it is in the 5.25-inch drive bays. 12. Remove the bezel subpanel as described in the Minitower Configuration 10. Repeat this step for each drive into place. The bottom bay supports a half-height drive or other device that it . The bottom...
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Lock any security devices that align it within the subpanel in the proper orientation for the minitower configuration. 14. Figure 2-40 Changing from the front bezel. Reposition the subpanel (rotate it 90º) with the logo at an angle could damage the ... 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. 17. CAUTION: Hold the subpanel straight when you pull it away from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 15. Reposition the bezel blanks within the front bezel. 13. Pulling the subpanel away at the bottom, then snap it back into the bezel...
Lock any security devices that align it within the subpanel in the proper orientation for the minitower configuration. 14. Figure 2-40 Changing from the front bezel. Reposition the subpanel (rotate it 90º) with the logo at an angle could damage the ... 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer. 17. CAUTION: Hold the subpanel straight when you pull it away from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 15. Reposition the bezel blanks within the front bezel. 13. Pulling the subpanel away at the bottom, then snap it back into the bezel...
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... computer configuration 38, 40 computer operating guidelines 53 connecting drive cables 27 D desktop conversion 38 DIMMs. See memory diskette drive installing 30 removing 25 drive connectors ... connector 4 L line-in connector 4 line-out connector 4 locks cable lock 48 HP Business PC Security Lock 50 padlock 49 Smart Cover Lock 9 ENWW M media card reader features... guidelines 17 installing 16, 18 populating sockets 17 socket locations 17 specifications 16 microphone connector 2 minitower conversion 40 monitor connector 4 mouse connector 4 special functions 7 N network connector 4 O optical...
... computer configuration 38, 40 computer operating guidelines 53 connecting drive cables 27 D desktop conversion 38 DIMMs. See memory diskette drive installing 30 removing 25 drive connectors ... connector 4 L line-in connector 4 line-out connector 4 locks cable lock 48 HP Business PC Security Lock 50 padlock 49 Smart Cover Lock 9 ENWW M media card reader features... guidelines 17 installing 16, 18 populating sockets 17 socket locations 17 specifications 16 microphone connector 2 minitower conversion 40 monitor connector 4 mouse connector 4 special functions 7 N network connector 4 O optical...
Illustrated Parts & Service Map - HP Compaq dc7800 Convertible Minitower Business PC
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...Finnish French French Arabic French Canadian German Greek Hebrew Hungarian International Italian Japanese *Not for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be liable for 435385-xxx -171 -181 -B41 -201 -221 -081 -351 -051 -DE1 -121 -041 ... 440747-001 449979-001 440499-001 439995-001 449978-001 440754-001 439994-001 dc7800 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 459785-001 page 1 Illustrated Parts & Service Map HP Compaq dc7800 Convertible Minitower Business PC © 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. S. and other countries. ...
...Finnish French French Arabic French Canadian German Greek Hebrew Hungarian International Italian Japanese *Not for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. HP shall not be liable for 435385-xxx -171 -181 -B41 -201 -221 -081 -351 -051 -DE1 -121 -041 ... 440747-001 449979-001 440499-001 439995-001 449978-001 440754-001 439994-001 dc7800 Illustrated Parts & Service Map, CMT Chassis 459785-001 page 1 Illustrated Parts & Service Map HP Compaq dc7800 Convertible Minitower Business PC © 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. S. and other countries. ...
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... ...50 6 Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation Chassis Designations ...51 Convertible Minitower (CMT 51 Small Form Factor (SFF 52 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT 52 Electrostatic Discharge Information ...53 Generating Static ...53 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment 53...57 Screws ...58 Cables and Connectors ...58 Hard Drives ...58 Lithium Coin Cell Battery 59 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Preparation for Disassembly ...60 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock ...61 External Security Devices ...62 Installing a Cable Lock ...
... ...50 6 Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation Chassis Designations ...51 Convertible Minitower (CMT 51 Small Form Factor (SFF 52 Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT 52 Electrostatic Discharge Information ...53 Generating Static ...53 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment 53...57 Screws ...58 Cables and Connectors ...58 Hard Drives ...58 Lithium Coin Cell Battery 59 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Preparation for Disassembly ...60 Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock ...61 External Security Devices ...62 Installing a Cable Lock ...
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...100 Type 1 Battery Holder ...101 Type 2 Battery Holder ...101 Type 3 Battery Holder ...102 Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 103 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 105 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis Preparation for Disassembly ...107 Unlocking the Smart... the Smart Cover Lock 109 External Security Devices ...110 Installing a Security Lock 110 Cable Lock ...110 Padlock ...110 HP Business PC Security Lock 111 Computer Access Panel ...113 Front Bezel ...114 Bezel Blanks ...115 Installing Additional Memory ...116 DIMMs...
...100 Type 1 Battery Holder ...101 Type 2 Battery Holder ...101 Type 3 Battery Holder ...102 Changing from a Desktop to a Minitower Configuration 103 Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration 105 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis Preparation for Disassembly ...107 Unlocking the Smart... the Smart Cover Lock 109 External Security Devices ...110 Installing a Security Lock 110 Cable Lock ...110 Padlock ...110 HP Business PC Security Lock 111 Computer Access Panel ...113 Front Bezel ...114 Bezel Blanks ...115 Installing Additional Memory ...116 DIMMs...
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Adherence to the procedures and precautions described in this chapter is always applied to prevent system board or component damage. Chassis Designations Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Designations 51 CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is essential for the computer. You must disconnect the power cord from the power source before opening the computer to the system board. 6 Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation This chapter provides general service information for proper service.
Adherence to the procedures and precautions described in this chapter is always applied to prevent system board or component damage. Chassis Designations Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Designations 51 CAUTION: When the computer is plugged into an AC power source, voltage is essential for the computer. You must disconnect the power cord from the power source before opening the computer to the system board. 6 Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation This chapter provides general service information for proper service.
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... is essential for Disassembly See Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation on page 62). 2. Preparation for proper service. 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Adherence to achieve a safe working position. After completing all necessary removal and replacement procedures, run the Diagnostics utility to it , noting its side... properly. NOTE: During disassembly, label each cable as the system is in an application may damage the unit. 60 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis
... is essential for Disassembly See Identifying the Chassis, Routine Care, and Disassembly Preparation on page 62). 2. Preparation for proper service. 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Adherence to achieve a safe working position. After completing all necessary removal and replacement procedures, run the Diagnostics utility to it , noting its side... properly. NOTE: During disassembly, label each cable as the system is in an application may damage the unit. 60 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis
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... computer chassis. Installing a Padlock A padlock may be used by itself to secure the access panel to a fixed object. 62 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Insert the cable lock in the location shown below. External Security Devices The following security devices are used to prevent unauthorized access to...
... computer chassis. Installing a Padlock A padlock may be used by itself to secure the access panel to a fixed object. 62 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Insert the cable lock in the location shown below. External Security Devices The following security devices are used to prevent unauthorized access to...
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CAUTION: Before removing the computer access panel, ensure that the power cord is turned off the unit (2). To install the access panel, reverse the removal procedure. 64 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Lift up and off and that the computer is disconnected from the electrical outlet. 2. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for Disassembly on the access panel handle (1), slide the access panel back about 1.25 cm (1/2 inch), and then lift it up on page 60). Computer Access Panel 1.
CAUTION: Before removing the computer access panel, ensure that the power cord is turned off the unit (2). To install the access panel, reverse the removal procedure. 64 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis Lift up and off and that the computer is disconnected from the electrical outlet. 2. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for Disassembly on the access panel handle (1), slide the access panel back about 1.25 cm (1/2 inch), and then lift it up on page 60). Computer Access Panel 1.
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... Access Panel on page 60). 2. Pulling the subpanel away at the bottom of the subpanel when properly oriented. 66 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis NOTE: When replacing the subpanel, ensure that align it away from the front bezel, then remove the desired bezel blank. Prepare the computer...
... Access Panel on page 60). 2. Pulling the subpanel away at the bottom of the subpanel when properly oriented. 66 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis NOTE: When replacing the subpanel, ensure that align it away from the front bezel, then remove the desired bezel blank. Prepare the computer...