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... result in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide First Edition (October 2000) Part Number 212399-001 Compaq Computer Corporation The warranties for Compaq products are set off in this guide may be construed as...directions could result in any form without notice. Compaq shall not be photocopied or reproduced in bodily harm or loss of information. Notice © 2000 Compaq Computer Corporation. COMPAQ, the Compaq logo, and Deskpro Registered in this manner indicates that failure to...
... result in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide First Edition (October 2000) Part Number 212399-001 Compaq Computer Corporation The warranties for Compaq products are set off in this guide may be construed as...directions could result in any form without notice. Compaq shall not be photocopied or reproduced in bodily harm or loss of information. Notice © 2000 Compaq Computer Corporation. COMPAQ, the Compaq logo, and Deskpro Registered in this manner indicates that failure to...
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... Access Paper Icon Insert 1-13 Windows Logo Key...1-14 Special Mouse Functions...1-14 Serial Number Location ...1-14 chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence...2-2 Removing the Workstation Access Panel 2-3 Removing the Front Bezel...2-4 Installing Additional Memory 2-5 Installing and Removing RIMMs 2-5 RIMM Socket Locations 2-5 Guidelines for RIMM Installation 2-6 Installing ... ...2-12 Installing a Hard Drive into a 3.5-inch Drive Bay 2-12 Installing a Hard Drive into a 5.25-Inch Drive Bay 2-15 Removing a Drive...2-16 Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide iii
... Access Paper Icon Insert 1-13 Windows Logo Key...1-14 Special Mouse Functions...1-14 Serial Number Location ...1-14 chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence...2-2 Removing the Workstation Access Panel 2-3 Removing the Front Bezel...2-4 Installing Additional Memory 2-5 Installing and Removing RIMMs 2-5 RIMM Socket Locations 2-5 Guidelines for RIMM Installation 2-6 Installing ... ...2-12 Installing a Hard Drive into a 3.5-inch Drive Bay 2-12 Installing a Hard Drive into a 5.25-Inch Drive Bay 2-15 Removing a Drive...2-16 Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide iii
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Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-1 For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the Troubleshooting Guide. 1 chapter PRODUCT FEATURES Standard Configuration Features The Compaq Deskpro™ Workstation 300 is a minitower system that can be easily converted to a desktop. Features may vary depending on some models). Instructions for Windows or the INSPECT utility (available on your workstation, run Compaq Diagnostics for using these utilities are provided in your model.
Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-1 For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the Troubleshooting Guide. 1 chapter PRODUCT FEATURES Standard Configuration Features The Compaq Deskpro™ Workstation 300 is a minitower system that can be easily converted to a desktop. Features may vary depending on some models). Instructions for Windows or the INSPECT utility (available on your workstation, run Compaq Diagnostics for using these utilities are provided in your model.
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Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-3 Digital speakers must be Sound Blaster PCI 128 compatible. Serial connector (Serial B) w External SCSI connector (on select models) e Network Interface Card (NIC) connector r VGA (AGP) video connector ✎ *Your workstation has integrated ...audio with premium internal speaker and digital speaker support. An adapter is required. Speakers and adapter are not available as a Compaq option. Rear Panel Components Rear panel components 1 Power ...
Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-3 Digital speakers must be Sound Blaster PCI 128 compatible. Serial connector (Serial B) w External SCSI connector (on select models) e Network Interface Card (NIC) connector r VGA (AGP) video connector ✎ *Your workstation has integrated ...audio with premium internal speaker and digital speaker support. An adapter is required. Speakers and adapter are not available as a Compaq option. Rear Panel Components Rear panel components 1 Power ...
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After placing the workstation in the desktop configuration to the drives as labeled. While holding the drive casing, gently pull the drive out of the drives are properly inserted, ... damage to the drive. ✎ Always place the diskette drive in place. 9. Reconnect the power and data cables to ensure proper drive clearance and access. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-7 7. To prevent damage to the drive bezel, push the drive from the rear for removal from the front of the chassis (bay...
After placing the workstation in the desktop configuration to the drives as labeled. While holding the drive casing, gently pull the drive out of the drives are properly inserted, ... damage to the drive. ✎ Always place the diskette drive in place. 9. Reconnect the power and data cables to ensure proper drive clearance and access. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-7 7. To prevent damage to the drive bezel, push the drive from the rear for removal from the front of the chassis (bay...
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...in Chapter 2. 5. Disconnect all power and data cables from the 5.25-inch drive bay, press the drivelock as shown. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-9 Remove the workstation access panel. Remove the front bezel. While holding the drive casing, pull the drives out of the drives until the drive..., push from a desktop to "Removing the Front Bezel" in Chapter 2. 4. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices from the grounded AC outlet then disconnect the network cable and any external devices. 2.
...in Chapter 2. 5. Disconnect all power and data cables from the 5.25-inch drive bay, press the drivelock as shown. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-9 Remove the workstation access panel. Remove the front bezel. While holding the drive casing, pull the drives out of the drives until the drive..., push from a desktop to "Removing the Front Bezel" in Chapter 2. 4. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices from the grounded AC outlet then disconnect the network cable and any external devices. 2.
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...cord to the grounded AC outlet, then reconnect the network cable and any external devices to ensure that is shipped with your workstation to the system. 11. Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that the subpanel and front bezel ...Hold the subpanel straight when you pull it within the front bezel. Replace the subpanel, front bezel, and workstation access panel. Remove the subpanel 1 as described in "Removing the Bezel Blank" in Chapter 2, and reposition the subpanel 2 with the alignment tabs. 13. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-11
...cord to the grounded AC outlet, then reconnect the network cable and any external devices to ensure that is shipped with your workstation to the system. 11. Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that the subpanel and front bezel ...Hold the subpanel straight when you pull it within the front bezel. Replace the subpanel, front bezel, and workstation access panel. Remove the subpanel 1 as described in "Removing the Bezel Blank" in Chapter 2, and reposition the subpanel 2 with the alignment tabs. 13. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-11
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... functions as a visual aid in identifying the programmed destination of the Easy Access Button destinations, refer to any program or service of your personal preferences. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-13 Easy Access Software Your Easy Access Keyboard Buttons are programmed to select and print an icon that reflects the new button...
... functions as a visual aid in identifying the programmed destination of the Easy Access Button destinations, refer to any program or service of your personal preferences. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 1-13 Easy Access Software Your Easy Access Keyboard Buttons are programmed to select and print an icon that reflects the new button...
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2 chapter HARDWARE UPGRADES This chapter explains how to install the following hardware: s Memory s Drives s Expansion boards ✎ 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 remove the workstation access panel and the front bezel. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-1
2 chapter HARDWARE UPGRADES This chapter explains how to install the following hardware: s Memory s Drives s Expansion boards ✎ 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 remove the workstation access panel and the front bezel. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-1
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Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet. 3. Removing the Workstation Access Panel To remove the workstation access panel: 1. To remove the workstation access panel, loosen the two thumbscrews as shown in the following illustration. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-3 Loosening the two thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel ✎ When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to tighten both thumbscrews. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2.
Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet. 3. Removing the Workstation Access Panel To remove the workstation access panel: 1. To remove the workstation access panel, loosen the two thumbscrews as shown in the following illustration. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-3 Loosening the two thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel ✎ When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to tighten both thumbscrews. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2.
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...Socket XMM3, Channel B 2 RIMM Socket XMM4, Channel B 3 RIMM Socket XMM1, Channel A 4 RIMM Socket XMM2, Channel A Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-5 The four RIMM sockets are available to upgrade the memory. Continuity RIMMs (CRIMMs) must populate any empty sockets. ...Location of 32 count Direct RDRAM devices is supported per channel. Installing Additional Memory The Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 supports Error Checking and Correcting (ECC) Direct Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). Additional RIMMs are numbered XMM1 and...
...Socket XMM3, Channel B 2 RIMM Socket XMM4, Channel B 3 RIMM Socket XMM1, Channel A 4 RIMM Socket XMM2, Channel A Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-5 The four RIMM sockets are available to upgrade the memory. Continuity RIMMs (CRIMMs) must populate any empty sockets. ...Location of 32 count Direct RDRAM devices is supported per channel. Installing Additional Memory The Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 supports Error Checking and Correcting (ECC) Direct Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). Additional RIMMs are numbered XMM1 and...
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RIMM temperatures can damage the electronic components of the workstation or option boards. CAUTION: Static electricity can reach 212°F (100°C). Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you must be installed ..., do not touch any of personal injury when replacing or removing RIMMs, allow the module being removed from the RIMM socket sufficient time to cool. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-7 Possible Configuration 1 2 RIMM Installation Configurations Memory Channel A Memory Channel B RIMM Socket XMM1 RIMM Socket XMM2 RIMM Socket XMM3 RIMM ...
RIMM temperatures can damage the electronic components of the workstation or option boards. CAUTION: Static electricity can reach 212°F (100°C). Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you must be installed ..., do not touch any of personal injury when replacing or removing RIMMs, allow the module being removed from the RIMM socket sufficient time to cool. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-7 Possible Configuration 1 2 RIMM Installation Configurations Memory Channel A Memory Channel B RIMM Socket XMM1 RIMM Socket XMM2 RIMM Socket XMM3 RIMM ...
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... up to install or remove a drive. The drives support various drive configurations. ✎ Drive bay numbers are located inside the workstation. Minitower Drive Bay Positions Identifying minitower drive bay components 1 Bay 1-5.25-inch, half-height bay for optional drive 2 Bay 2-5.25-inch, half-height bay for ... and how to five drive bays. Bays 4 and 5 are stamped on the front of the drive bay components. It alos provides instructions for hard drive Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-9 Installing Additional Drives This section provides a description of the...
... up to install or remove a drive. The drives support various drive configurations. ✎ Drive bay numbers are located inside the workstation. Minitower Drive Bay Positions Identifying minitower drive bay components 1 Bay 1-5.25-inch, half-height bay for optional drive 2 Bay 2-5.25-inch, half-height bay for ... and how to five drive bays. Bays 4 and 5 are stamped on the front of the drive bay components. It alos provides instructions for hard drive Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-9 Installing Additional Drives This section provides a description of the...
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...the grounded AC outlet. 3. Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that align it away from the subpanel Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-11 Preparing for Drive Installation Remove the drive bezel blank before installing any external devices. 2. Shut down the operating... system properly, then turn off the workstation and any removable media storage device, such as a tape drive, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or diskette drive, in these ...
...the grounded AC outlet. 3. Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that align it away from the subpanel Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-11 Preparing for Drive Installation Remove the drive bezel blank before installing any external devices. 2. Shut down the operating... system properly, then turn off the workstation and any removable media storage device, such as a tape drive, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or diskette drive, in these ...
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To install a hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive bay Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-13 Installing a hard drive into a 3.5-inch bay, see the following two illustrations. 4.
To install a hard drive into a 3.5-inch hard drive bay Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-13 Installing a hard drive into a 3.5-inch bay, see the following two illustrations. 4.
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...panel. Remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" in this chapter. 2. Aligning the guide screws and installing a 3.5-inch drive Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-15 Install the adapter in the drive bay by sliding it into the hard drive adapter. 5. To install the drive ...and adapter: 1. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet. Turn off the workstation and any external drives. Install the guide screws into the front of the drive cage. To secure the drive to the adapter install the ...
...panel. Remove the front bezel. See "Removing the Front Bezel" in this chapter. 2. Aligning the guide screws and installing a 3.5-inch drive Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-15 Install the adapter in the drive bay by sliding it into the hard drive adapter. 5. To install the drive ...and adapter: 1. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet. Turn off the workstation and any external drives. Install the guide screws into the front of the drive cage. To secure the drive to the adapter install the ...
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Release the drivelock. ❏ If the drive is in the minitower position, slide the drivelock to unlock the drive in the drive bay. Releasing the drives with the drivelock Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-17 5.
Release the drivelock. ❏ If the drive is in the minitower position, slide the drivelock to unlock the drive in the drive bay. Releasing the drives with the drivelock Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-17 5.
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... physical locations of these sockets. Identifying PCI and AGP expansion sockets 1 Five PCI expansion sockets 2 One AGP expansion socket Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-19 Identifying the PCI and AGP Expansion Sockets This workstation contains five PCI sockets and one AGP socket. Installing and Removing an Expansion Board This section provides instructions for...
... physical locations of these sockets. Identifying PCI and AGP expansion sockets 1 Five PCI expansion sockets 2 One AGP expansion socket Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-19 Identifying the PCI and AGP Expansion Sockets This workstation contains five PCI sockets and one AGP socket. Installing and Removing an Expansion Board This section provides instructions for...
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Reassemble the workstation. s Install an expansion slot cover to secure the board in antistatic packaging. Slide the expansion board into the expansion socket and press the board firmly ... an expansion board, reverse the steps in the expansion board socket. ✎ If installing an AGP expansion board, the board must have an ATX bracket. 4. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-21 When reversing these steps: s Be sure to store the board in the expansion socket. 6. Installing an expansion board 5.
Reassemble the workstation. s Install an expansion slot cover to secure the board in antistatic packaging. Slide the expansion board into the expansion socket and press the board firmly ... an expansion board, reverse the steps in the expansion board socket. ✎ If installing an AGP expansion board, the board must have an ATX bracket. 4. Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide 2-21 When reversing these steps: s Be sure to store the board in the expansion socket. 6. Installing an expansion board 5.
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...°C -20° to 60°C 3,048 m 9,144 m 265 W 3.75 A 350 kg-cal/hr 175 kg-cal/hr Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide A-1 Desktop Dimensions Height Width Depth 6.60 in. 17.65 in. 17.11 in . Minitower Dimensions Height Width Depth 17.65 in. 6.60 in. 17.11 in . A appendix SPECIFICATIONS Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Component U.S.
...°C -20° to 60°C 3,048 m 9,144 m 265 W 3.75 A 350 kg-cal/hr 175 kg-cal/hr Deskpro Workstation 300 Hardware Reference Guide A-1 Desktop Dimensions Height Width Depth 6.60 in. 17.65 in. 17.11 in . Minitower Dimensions Height Width Depth 17.65 in. 6.60 in. 17.11 in . A appendix SPECIFICATIONS Compaq Deskpro Workstation 300 Component U.S.