End User License Agreement
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The term "Software Product" means computer software and may load the Software ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU Product into the local memory or storage device of the Software Product, provided the copy contains all or any Software Product, installed on a single computer ("Your Computer"). You may ... in this EULA may make archival or back-up purposes. You do not have Software Product into Your Computer's AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND temporary memory (RAM) for CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. Copying. You may accompany the HP Product. HP and its suppliers reserve all rights not expressly granted to...
The term "Software Product" means computer software and may load the Software ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU Product into the local memory or storage device of the Software Product, provided the copy contains all or any Software Product, installed on a single computer ("Your Computer"). You may ... in this EULA may make archival or back-up purposes. You do not have Software Product into Your Computer's AGREE TO ALL TERMS AND temporary memory (RAM) for CONDITIONS OF THIS EULA. Copying. You may accompany the HP Product. HP and its suppliers reserve all rights not expressly granted to...
Safety and Regulatory Information Desktops, Thin Clients, and Personal Workstations
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... in electrical and electronic equipment". Table 2-2 Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements (continued) Part Name Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI)) Memory X O O O I/O PCAs X O O O Power supply X O O O Keyboard X O O O Mouse X O O O Chassis/Other X O O O Fans X O O O Internal/External Media Reading X O O O Devices External Control Devices X O O O Cable X O O O Hard Disk Drive X O O O Display X X O O Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated...
... in electrical and electronic equipment". Table 2-2 Toxic and Hazardous Substances and Elements (continued) Part Name Lead (Pb) Mercury (Hg) Cadmium (Cd) Hexavalent Chromium (Cr(VI)) Memory X O O O I/O PCAs X O O O Power supply X O O O Keyboard X O O O Mouse X O O O Chassis/Other X O O O Fans X O O O Internal/External Media Reading X O O O Devices External Control Devices X O O O Cable X O O O Hard Disk Drive X O O O Display X X O O Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) Polybrominated...
Hardware Reference Guide - Compaq 500B/505B
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Removing the Front Bezel 1 Press the Power button to the computer. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer. Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel 5
Removing the Front Bezel 1 Press the Power button to the computer. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer. Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel 5
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... screwdriver z Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdrivers A flathead screwdriver can damage the electronic components inside the computer. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. z Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer. CAUTION: Static electricity can be injured from the computer...: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing Memory 1 Press the Power button to the computer. 10 Removing and Replacing Memory Discharge static electricity by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer...
... screwdriver z Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdrivers A flathead screwdriver can damage the electronic components inside the computer. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. z Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer. CAUTION: Static electricity can be injured from the computer...: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing Memory 1 Press the Power button to the computer. 10 Removing and Replacing Memory Discharge static electricity by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer...
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NOTE: The location and number of memory sockets may vary with the motherboard model in your computer. 8 Push down the retaining clip on your computer motherboard. Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 6 Lay the computer on its side. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 7 Locate the memory sockets on each end of the computer. Removing and Replacing Memory 11 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the memory socket to release the memory module. 537490-001 -
NOTE: The location and number of memory sockets may vary with the motherboard model in your computer. 8 Push down the retaining clip on your computer motherboard. Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 6 Lay the computer on its side. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 7 Locate the memory sockets on each end of the computer. Removing and Replacing Memory 11 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the memory socket to release the memory module. 537490-001 -
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...may not look exactly the same as the original part, due to different manufacturers or models. Removing and Replacing Memory 9 Touching only the memory module, lift it out of memory has a different notch position. Hewlett-Packard always provides quality parts that meet or exceed your original computer specifications.... 1 Touching only the top edge of the memory module, locate the notch at the memory module socket for the tab that matches the notch on the memory module. 12 537490-001 - NOTE: Each type of the socket. Incompatible...
...may not look exactly the same as the original part, due to different manufacturers or models. Removing and Replacing Memory 9 Touching only the memory module, lift it out of memory has a different notch position. Hewlett-Packard always provides quality parts that meet or exceed your original computer specifications.... 1 Touching only the top edge of the memory module, locate the notch at the memory module socket for the tab that matches the notch on the memory module. 12 537490-001 - NOTE: Each type of the socket. Incompatible...
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3 Position the memory module over the socket, aligning the notch with the tab in the socket, and then firmly press the module down into the socket. 5 The side panel has several tabs on its top, bottom, and leading edges. ...until the retaining clips at the ends of the socket lock the module into place. 6 The tabs fit into slots and over the front lip of the computer. 4 Set the computer upright. 537490-001 - Removing and Replacing Memory 13
3 Position the memory module over the socket, aligning the notch with the tab in the socket, and then firmly press the module down into the socket. 5 The side panel has several tabs on its top, bottom, and leading edges. ...until the retaining clips at the ends of the socket lock the module into place. 6 The tabs fit into slots and over the front lip of the computer. 4 Set the computer upright. 537490-001 - Removing and Replacing Memory 13
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7 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots on the computer and all peripherals, such as the keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 10 Reconnect the power cord. 11 Turn on the computer. Slide the side cover forward. 8 Reattach the screw at the back of the computer. 9 Connect the cables, such as the monitor. 12 Verify that the replacement memory works properly.
7 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots on the computer and all peripherals, such as the keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 10 Reconnect the power cord. 11 Turn on the computer. Slide the side cover forward. 8 Reattach the screw at the back of the computer. 9 Connect the cables, such as the monitor. 12 Verify that the replacement memory works properly.
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Removing an Optical Disc Drive 1 Press the Power button to remove it. Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive 17 Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Remove the side cover by loosening the screw that connects the cover to the computer. 3 Remove any discs in the drive. 5 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer.
Removing an Optical Disc Drive 1 Press the Power button to remove it. Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive 17 Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Remove the side cover by loosening the screw that connects the cover to the computer. 3 Remove any discs in the drive. 5 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer.
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Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 25 z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer. Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing a Hard Disk Drive 1 Press the Power button to the computer.
Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 25 z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer. Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing a Hard Disk Drive 1 Press the Power button to the computer.
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Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover by lifting it away from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing and Replacing an Add-In Card 33 Removing an Add-In Card 1 Press the Power button to the computer. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer.
Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by loosening the screw that connects the cover to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover by lifting it away from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc. Removing and Replacing an Add-In Card 33 Removing an Add-In Card 1 Press the Power button to the computer. z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer.
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z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer. Removing and Replacing a Power Supply 41 Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to the computer. Removing a Power Supply 1 Press the power button to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover, by loosening the screw that connects the cover to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc.
z Remove items such as memory cards, USB drives, etc. 4 Grasp the handle on the side cover and pull towards the back of the computer. Removing and Replacing a Power Supply 41 Slide the cover about 2.4 cm (1 inch) to the computer. Removing a Power Supply 1 Press the power button to turn off the computer. 2 Disconnect all cables and remove all items from the computer. 3 Remove the side cover, by loosening the screw that connects the cover to remove it. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer: z Disconnect cables for power, keyboard, mouse, monitor, etc.
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide
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... the system does not boot to the CD in the computer or the HP Memory Test utility to test memory only. NOTE: The HP Memory Test is run tests, save the test results, and print them so that is a comprehensive memory diagnostic utility that you must burn the utility onto a CD or copy it...
... the system does not boot to the CD in the computer or the HP Memory Test utility to test memory only. NOTE: The HP Memory Test is run tests, save the test results, and print them so that is a comprehensive memory diagnostic utility that you must burn the utility onto a CD or copy it...
Quick Setup & Getting Started Guide
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... ensures compliance with the computer, try the appropriate solutions below to try to cool before calling for Technical Support WARNING! includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Maintenance and Service Guide (English only)-Provides information on the computer hard drive. Refer to the system board. Before You Call...
... ensures compliance with the computer, try the appropriate solutions below to try to cool before calling for Technical Support WARNING! includes information on RTC batteries, memory, and power supply. ● Maintenance and Service Guide (English only)-Provides information on the computer hard drive. Refer to the system board. Before You Call...
Maintenance & Service Guide: Compaq 500B and 505B Minitower Business PC
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Table of contents 1 Product Description Chassis Designations ...1 Microtower (MT) ...1 Product Description ...2 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis Preparation for Disassembly ...3 Access Panel ...4 Front Bezel ...6 Memory ...8 DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs ...8 Populating DIMM Sockets 9 Installing Memory Modules 10 Expansion Cards ...12 Cable Management ...19 ...) - Model 500B ...36 Processor (AMD) - Model 500B 34 Heat sink assembly (AMD) - Model 505B 35 Processor (Intel) - Model 505B ...38 Power Supply ...39 System Board ...45 Battery ...46 Type 1 Battery Holder ...47 v
Table of contents 1 Product Description Chassis Designations ...1 Microtower (MT) ...1 Product Description ...2 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis Preparation for Disassembly ...3 Access Panel ...4 Front Bezel ...6 Memory ...8 DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs ...8 Populating DIMM Sockets 9 Installing Memory Modules 10 Expansion Cards ...12 Cable Management ...19 ...) - Model 500B ...36 Processor (AMD) - Model 500B 34 Heat sink assembly (AMD) - Model 505B 35 Processor (Intel) - Model 505B ...38 Power Supply ...39 System Board ...45 Battery ...46 Type 1 Battery Holder ...47 v
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...59 Computer Setup-Exit ...59 Appendix B Diagnostics Interpreting Diagnostic Beep Codes 61 LED Codes ...62 Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics ...63 Testing Memory Modules ...63 POST Error/Warning Messages ...64 Power Button/Power Button LED ...65 Using the Setup Utility ...65 BIOS Updates ...66...Media Card Reader Problems 73 Solving Display Problems ...74 Solving Audio Problems ...75 Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems 75 Solving Network Problems ...76 Solving Memory Problems ...77 vi Type 2 Battery Holder ...48 Type 3 Battery Holder ...48 Appendix A Computer (F10) Setup Model 500B - Computer ...
...59 Computer Setup-Exit ...59 Appendix B Diagnostics Interpreting Diagnostic Beep Codes 61 LED Codes ...62 Accessing HP Insight Diagnostics ...63 Testing Memory Modules ...63 POST Error/Warning Messages ...64 Power Button/Power Button LED ...65 Using the Setup Utility ...65 BIOS Updates ...66...Media Card Reader Problems 73 Solving Display Problems ...74 Solving Audio Problems ...75 Solving Keyboard and Mouse Problems 75 Solving Network Problems ...76 Solving Memory Problems ...77 vi Type 2 Battery Holder ...48 Type 3 Battery Holder ...48 Appendix A Computer (F10) Setup Model 500B - Computer ...
Maintenance & Service Guide: Compaq 500B and 505B Minitower Business PC
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... with double data rate 3 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR3SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). To achieve the maximum memory support, you install unsupported DIMMs. 8 Chapter 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis Memory The computer comes with x8 and x16 DDR devices;... DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs The memory sockets on the system board can populate the system board with up to 4 GB of memory configured in a highperforming dual channel...
... with double data rate 3 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR3SDRAM) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs). To achieve the maximum memory support, you install unsupported DIMMs. 8 Chapter 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis Memory The computer comes with x8 and x16 DDR devices;... DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs The memory sockets on the system board can populate the system board with up to 4 GB of memory configured in a highperforming dual channel...
Maintenance & Service Guide: Compaq 500B and 505B Minitower Business PC
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Populating DIMM Sockets There are two DIMM sockets on the system board. Socket Color Blue Blue Memory 9 Figure 2-6 DIMM Socket Locations - 500B Figure 2-7 DIMM Socket Locations - 505B Table 2-1 DIMM Socket Locations Item Description 1 DIMM1 socket, Channel A (populate first) 2 DIMM2 socket, Channel A NOTE: A DIMM must occupy the DIMM1 socket.
Populating DIMM Sockets There are two DIMM sockets on the system board. Socket Color Blue Blue Memory 9 Figure 2-6 DIMM Socket Locations - 500B Figure 2-7 DIMM Socket Locations - 505B Table 2-1 DIMM Socket Locations Item Description 1 DIMM1 socket, Channel A (populate first) 2 DIMM2 socket, Channel A NOTE: A DIMM must occupy the DIMM1 socket.
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...on the system board (500B shown). Figure 2-8 DIMM locations (500B shown) 10 Chapter 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis The memory module sockets have gold-plated metal contacts. To reduce risk of personal injury from having incompatible metals in contact with gold...oxidation resulting from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before adding or removing memory modules. When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with each other. Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by ...
...on the system board (500B shown). Figure 2-8 DIMM locations (500B shown) 10 Chapter 2 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis The memory module sockets have gold-plated metal contacts. To reduce risk of personal injury from having incompatible metals in contact with gold...oxidation resulting from hot surfaces, allow the internal system components to cool before adding or removing memory modules. When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory modules with each other. Static electricity can damage the electronic components of static electricity by ...