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... result in bodily harm or loss of Intel Corporation. Printed in U.S. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide .irst Edition (June 2000) Part Number 191010-001 Compaq Computer Corporation Notice Compaq Computer Corporation shall not be photocopied or reproduced in any form without notice.... © 2000 Compaq Computer Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, Windows 2000 Professional, and other product names mentioned herein may be liable for use in connection with the accompanying Compaq product, no part of Microsoft Corporation. ...
... result in bodily harm or loss of Intel Corporation. Printed in U.S. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide .irst Edition (June 2000) Part Number 191010-001 Compaq Computer Corporation Notice Compaq Computer Corporation shall not be photocopied or reproduced in any form without notice.... © 2000 Compaq Computer Corporation. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, Windows 2000 Professional, and other product names mentioned herein may be liable for use in connection with the accompanying Compaq product, no part of Microsoft Corporation. ...
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... to a Minitower Configuration 1-8 Windows Logo Key ...1-11 Special Mouse .unctions...1-11 Serial Number Location ...1-11 chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence...2-2 Removing the Workstation Access Panel 2-3 Removing the .ront Bezel...2-4 Installing Additional Memory 2-5 Installing and Removing RIMMs 2-6 RIMM Slot Locations 2-6 Guidelines for RIMM Installation 2-7 Installing RIMMs... Controller Expansion Slot 2-24 Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller 2-25 Installing a Processor ...2-26 Index ...I-1 Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide iii
... to a Minitower Configuration 1-8 Windows Logo Key ...1-11 Special Mouse .unctions...1-11 Serial Number Location ...1-11 chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence...2-2 Removing the Workstation Access Panel 2-3 Removing the .ront Bezel...2-4 Installing Additional Memory 2-5 Installing and Removing RIMMs 2-6 RIMM Slot Locations 2-6 Guidelines for RIMM Installation 2-7 Installing RIMMs... Controller Expansion Slot 2-24 Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller 2-25 Installing a Processor ...2-26 Index ...I-1 Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide iii
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Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-1 ?D=FJAH PRODUCT .EATURES Standard Configuration .eatures The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 is a minitower system that can be easily converted to a desktop. .eatures may vary depending on your model. .or a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in your workstation, run the INSPECT utility described in the Troubleshooting Guide.
Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-1 ?D=FJAH PRODUCT .EATURES Standard Configuration .eatures The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 is a minitower system that can be easily converted to a desktop. .eatures may vary depending on your model. .or a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in your workstation, run the INSPECT utility described in the Troubleshooting Guide.
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...the drive casing can be grasped. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-5 Refer to a desktop configuration: 1. To release a drive from the system. 3. Only hold the faceplate while removing a drive. Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Remove the workstation access panel. Carefully push the ...drive from the drives in the 5.25-inch drive bay. 6. Disconnect all power and data cables from the back of the workstation, and then disconnect the network cable from the 5.25-inch drive bay, slide the drivelock as shown. Remove the front ...
...the drive casing can be grasped. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-5 Refer to a desktop configuration: 1. To release a drive from the system. 3. Only hold the faceplate while removing a drive. Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Remove the workstation access panel. Carefully push the ...drive from the drives in the 5.25-inch drive bay. 6. Disconnect all power and data cables from the back of the workstation, and then disconnect the network cable from the 5.25-inch drive bay, slide the drivelock as shown. Remove the front ...
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...When converting from a minitower to a desktop orientation, use the replacement bezel blank that align it away from a minitower to the system. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-7 Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that was shipped with the bezel blank in Chapter 2 ...and reposition the subpanel with your workstation to ensure the Compaq logo is properly oriented. 12. Reconnect the power cord to the grounded AC outlet, then reconnect the network cable ...
...When converting from a minitower to a desktop orientation, use the replacement bezel blank that align it away from a minitower to the system. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-7 Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that was shipped with the bezel blank in Chapter 2 ...and reposition the subpanel with your workstation to ensure the Compaq logo is properly oriented. 12. Reconnect the power cord to the grounded AC outlet, then reconnect the network cable ...
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and data cables to the drives as labeled. Reconnect the power Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-9 When the drives are properly inserted, the drivelock will secure them. 9. After placing the workstation in the minitower configuration for proper clearance within the chassis. Installing the drives CAUTION: The use of unnecessary force when installing the drives may damage the drives. ✎ Always place the diskette drive in the bay nearest the internal 3.5-inch drives in the desktop position, gently slide the drives back into the bay. 2.
and data cables to the drives as labeled. Reconnect the power Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-9 When the drives are properly inserted, the drivelock will secure them. 9. After placing the workstation in the minitower configuration for proper clearance within the chassis. Installing the drives CAUTION: The use of unnecessary force when installing the drives may damage the drives. ✎ Always place the diskette drive in the bay nearest the internal 3.5-inch drives in the desktop position, gently slide the drives back into the bay. 2.
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... perform certain functions in combination with other keys to each mouse button depend on the rear panel of a mouse. Keep this number available when contacting Compaq customer service. Windows logo key + .1 Windows logo key + Tab Windows logo key + E Windows logo key + . Activates the next Taskbar button. Special ... you are using. Windows logo key + M Shift+Windows logo key + M Windows logo key + R Displays a pop-up menu for the selected object. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-11 Windows Logo Key Use the Windows Logo key in Windows 2000...
... perform certain functions in combination with other keys to each mouse button depend on the rear panel of a mouse. Keep this number available when contacting Compaq customer service. Windows logo key + .1 Windows logo key + Tab Windows logo key + E Windows logo key + . Activates the next Taskbar button. Special ... you are using. Windows logo key + M Shift+Windows logo key + M Windows logo key + R Displays a pop-up menu for the selected object. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-11 Windows Logo Key Use the Windows Logo key in Windows 2000...
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Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-1 2 chapter HARDWARE UPGRADES This chapter explains how to remove the workstation access panel and convert the minitower workstation to a desktop unit or the desktop workstation to install the following hardware: s Memory s Drives s Expansion boards s Processors ✎ Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or third-party devices that were not included with your workstation. It also explains how to a minitower unit.
Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-1 2 chapter HARDWARE UPGRADES This chapter explains how to remove the workstation access panel and convert the minitower workstation to a desktop unit or the desktop workstation to install the following hardware: s Memory s Drives s Expansion boards s Processors ✎ Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or third-party devices that were not included with your workstation. It also explains how to a minitower unit.
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Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation. 3. Loosening the two thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel ✎ When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to remove the workstation access panel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-3 Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Refer to the following illustration to tighten both thumbscrews. Removing the Workstation Access Panel To remove the workstation access panel: 1.
Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation. 3. Loosening the two thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel ✎ When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to remove the workstation access panel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-3 Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Refer to the following illustration to tighten both thumbscrews. Removing the Workstation Access Panel To remove the workstation access panel: 1.
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Additional RIMMs are available to upgrade the memory. Continuity RIMMs (CRIMMs) must populate any empty slots. Installing Additional Memory The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 supports Direct Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-5 A maximum of 32 count Direct RDRAM devices is supported on each Direct Rambus memory channel.
Additional RIMMs are available to upgrade the memory. Continuity RIMMs (CRIMMs) must populate any empty slots. Installing Additional Memory The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 supports Direct Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-5 A maximum of 32 count Direct RDRAM devices is supported on each Direct Rambus memory channel.
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... Direct RDRAMS are soldered on each Direct Rambus memory channel. A label on the RIMM will indicate the number of the workstation or option boards. Performance will not function. Doing so can damage the electronic components of Direct RDRAM devices on the RIMM ...mix RIMMs with the tabs on channel A must be followed when installing RIMMs or your workstation will reflect the lowest speed RIMMs. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the module. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-7 Push the RIMM down into the RIMM socket, ensuring that it...
... Direct RDRAMS are soldered on each Direct Rambus memory channel. A label on the RIMM will indicate the number of the workstation or option boards. Performance will not function. Doing so can damage the electronic components of Direct RDRAM devices on the RIMM ...mix RIMMs with the tabs on channel A must be followed when installing RIMMs or your workstation will reflect the lowest speed RIMMs. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the module. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-7 Push the RIMM down into the RIMM socket, ensuring that it...
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Removing RIMMs To remove a memory module from a RIMM slot, reverse the above procedure. 4. Refer to the following illustration to install a RIMM module. Installing a RIMM 5. The workstation will automatically recognize the added memory. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-9 Plug the power cord back into the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation, and reconnect the external devices. 7. Replace the workstation access panel. 6. Turn on the workstation.
Removing RIMMs To remove a memory module from a RIMM slot, reverse the above procedure. 4. Refer to the following illustration to install a RIMM module. Installing a RIMM 5. The workstation will automatically recognize the added memory. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-9 Plug the power cord back into the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation, and reconnect the external devices. 7. Replace the workstation access panel. 6. Turn on the workstation.
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... Blank Remove the drive bezel before installing any external devices. 2. Refer to Removing the Workstation Access Panel in these bay locations. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-11 Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet and the back of... the workstation. 3. Remove the front bezel. Turn off the workstation and any removable media storage device, such as...
... Blank Remove the drive bezel before installing any external devices. 2. Refer to Removing the Workstation Access Panel in these bay locations. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-11 Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet and the back of... the workstation. 3. Remove the front bezel. Turn off the workstation and any removable media storage device, such as...
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Identifying the metric screws Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-13 Compaq-supplied metric screws are installed in the drive bay. Some options use M3 metric hardware. Locating the Hardware Screws Compaq has provided extra guide screws, which are black. Install these screws to ensure that the drive lines up correctly in the front of the workstation chassis behind the front bezel 1.
Identifying the metric screws Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-13 Compaq-supplied metric screws are installed in the drive bay. Some options use M3 metric hardware. Locating the Hardware Screws Compaq has provided extra guide screws, which are black. Install these screws to ensure that the drive lines up correctly in the front of the workstation chassis behind the front bezel 1.
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Reassemble the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-15 Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5.
Reassemble the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-15 Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5.
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Installing a hard drive in a 5.25-inch drive bay Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5. Reassemble the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-17
Installing a hard drive in a 5.25-inch drive bay Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5. Reassemble the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-17
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Slide the drivelock to unlock the drive in the Desktop position, press the drivelock button to unlock the drive. Releasing the drives with the drivelock 6. While sliding the drivelock, push from the back of the drives until the drive casing can be grasped from the front of the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-19 If the drive is in the drive bay. 5.
Slide the drivelock to unlock the drive in the Desktop position, press the drivelock button to unlock the drive. Releasing the drives with the drivelock 6. While sliding the drivelock, push from the back of the drives until the drive casing can be grasped from the front of the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-19 If the drive is in the drive bay. 5.
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Identifying the PCI Expansion Slots This workstation contains four full-length PCI expansion slots 1. Identifying PCI expansion slots Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-21 The following illustration identifies the physical locations of these slots. Installing and Removing an Expansion Board This section provides instructions for installing and removing PCI and AGP expansion boards. ✎ .or documentation related to your graphics controller, refer to the Workstation Reference Library CD included with your workstation.
Identifying the PCI Expansion Slots This workstation contains four full-length PCI expansion slots 1. Identifying PCI expansion slots Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-21 The following illustration identifies the physical locations of these slots. Installing and Removing an Expansion Board This section provides instructions for installing and removing PCI and AGP expansion boards. ✎ .or documentation related to your graphics controller, refer to the Workstation Reference Library CD included with your workstation.
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... properly in the expansion board slot. ✎ If you are installing a full-length PCI board, make sure the card is engaged with the card guide. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-23 Connect external cables to the installed board, if necessary. 8. Plug the power cord back into place. Slide the expansion board into...
... properly in the expansion board slot. ✎ If you are installing a full-length PCI board, make sure the card is engaged with the card guide. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-23 Connect external cables to the installed board, if necessary. 8. Plug the power cord back into place. Slide the expansion board into...
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.... Be sure to engage the card guide. If you are installing a full-length expansion board, be sure to replace the metal slot screw and cover. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-25 Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller To install the AGP graphics controller, remove the metal slot screw and cover, insert...
.... Be sure to engage the card guide. If you are installing a full-length expansion board, be sure to replace the metal slot screw and cover. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-25 Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller To install the AGP graphics controller, remove the metal slot screw and cover, insert...