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Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Pro 6305 Microtower Business PC HP Compaq Pro 6305 Small Form Factor Business PC
Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Pro 6305 Microtower Business PC HP Compaq Pro 6305 Small Form Factor Business PC
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... and services are either trademarks or registered trademarks of this document may be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Pro 6305 Microtower Business PC HP Compaq Pro 6305 Small Form Factor Business PC First Edition (August 2012) Document part number: 700967-001 © Copyright 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. No part of Microsoft Corporation...
... and services are either trademarks or registered trademarks of this document may be construed as constituting an additional warranty. Hardware Reference Guide HP Compaq Pro 6305 Microtower Business PC HP Compaq Pro 6305 Small Form Factor Business PC First Edition (August 2012) Document part number: 700967-001 © Copyright 2012 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. No part of Microsoft Corporation...
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Table of contents 1 Product Features ...1 Standard Configuration Features ...1 Microtower (MT) Front Panel Components 2 Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components 3 Microtower (MT) Rear Panel Components 4 Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear Panel Components 5 Media Card Reader Components ...5 Keyboard ...7 Using the Windows Logo Key 8 Serial Number Location ...10 2 Microtower (MT) Hardware Upgrades ...11 ...Hard Drive from a Drive Bay 32 Installing a Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 33 Installing a Security Lock ...37 Cable Lock ...37 Padlock ...37 HP Business PC Security Lock 38 v
Table of contents 1 Product Features ...1 Standard Configuration Features ...1 Microtower (MT) Front Panel Components 2 Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components 3 Microtower (MT) Rear Panel Components 4 Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear Panel Components 5 Media Card Reader Components ...5 Keyboard ...7 Using the Windows Logo Key 8 Serial Number Location ...10 2 Microtower (MT) Hardware Upgrades ...11 ...Hard Drive from a Drive Bay 32 Installing a Hard Drive into an Internal Drive Bay 33 Installing a Security Lock ...37 Cable Lock ...37 Padlock ...37 HP Business PC Security Lock 38 v
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Front Bezel Security ...42 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades 44 Serviceability Features ...44 Warnings and Cautions ...44 Removing the Computer Access Panel 45 Replacing the Computer Access Panel 46 Removing the ... a 3.5-inch Drive into a Drive Bay 69 Removing and Replacing the Primary 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive 71 Installing a Security Lock ...75 Cable Lock ...75 Padlock ...75 HP Business PC Security Lock 76 Front Bezel Security ...80 Appendix A Battery Replacement ...82 Appendix B Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive 85 Appendix C Unlocking...
Front Bezel Security ...42 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades 44 Serviceability Features ...44 Warnings and Cautions ...44 Removing the Computer Access Panel 45 Replacing the Computer Access Panel 46 Removing the ... a 3.5-inch Drive into a Drive Bay 69 Removing and Replacing the Primary 3.5-inch Internal Hard Drive 71 Installing a Security Lock ...75 Cable Lock ...75 Padlock ...75 HP Business PC Security Lock 76 Front Bezel Security ...80 Appendix A Battery Replacement ...82 Appendix B Removing and Replacing a Removable 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive 85 Appendix C Unlocking...
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For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer, run the diagnostic utility (included on the model. Figure 1-1 Microtower Configuration Figure 1-2 Small Form Factor Configuration NOTE: The Small Form Factor computer can also be used in this guide. Standard Configuration Features 1 1 Product Features Standard Configuration Features Features may vary depending on some computer models only). For more information, see Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration on page 49 in a tower orientation.
For a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in the computer, run the diagnostic utility (included on the model. Figure 1-1 Microtower Configuration Figure 1-2 Small Form Factor Configuration NOTE: The Small Form Factor computer can also be used in this guide. Standard Configuration Features 1 1 Product Features Standard Configuration Features Features may vary depending on some computer models only). For more information, see Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration on page 49 in a tower orientation.
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Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide to use the connector for a microphone Line-In device or a headphone. Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components 3 You can reconfigure the connector at any time in the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Figure 1-3 Front Panel Components Table...Connector NOTE: When a device is plugged into the Microphone/Headphone Connector, a dialog box will pop up asking if you want to interpret the code. Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components Drive configuration may vary by model. If it is flashing red, there is a problem with the computer and it is...
Refer to the Maintenance and Service Guide to use the connector for a microphone Line-In device or a headphone. Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components 3 You can reconfigure the connector at any time in the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Figure 1-3 Front Panel Components Table...Connector NOTE: When a device is plugged into the Microphone/Headphone Connector, a dialog box will pop up asking if you want to interpret the code. Small Form Factor (SFF) Front Panel Components Drive configuration may vary by model. If it is flashing red, there is a problem with the computer and it is...
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... port and an optional parallel port are available from HP. For AMD/ATI graphic cards installed in the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Figure 1-6 Media Card Reader Components Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear Panel Components 5 When a device is an optional device available on the graphics card. Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear Panel Components Figure 1-5 Rear Panel Components Table...
... port and an optional parallel port are available from HP. For AMD/ATI graphic cards installed in the Realtek HD Audio Manager. Figure 1-6 Media Card Reader Components Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear Panel Components 5 When a device is an optional device available on the graphics card. Small Form Factor (SFF) Rear Panel Components Figure 1-5 Rear Panel Components Table...
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Serial Number Location Each computer has a unique serial number and a product ID number that are located on the top cover of the computer. Keep these numbers available for use when contacting customer service for assistance. Figure 1-8 Microtower Serial Number and Product ID Location Figure 1-9 Small Form Factor Serial Number and Product ID Location 10 Chapter 1 Product Features
Serial Number Location Each computer has a unique serial number and a product ID number that are located on the top cover of the computer. Keep these numbers available for use when contacting customer service for assistance. Figure 1-8 Microtower Serial Number and Product ID Location Figure 1-9 Small Form Factor Serial Number and Product ID Location 10 Chapter 1 Product Features
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3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features The computer includes features that make it easy to the system board. When the computer is plugged into the network ... Before performing upgrades be sure to carefully read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Disconnect power to internal components. 44 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades This guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Do not plug telecommunications or telephone connectors into an AC power source, voltage is an important safety feature...
3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Serviceability Features The computer includes features that make it easy to the system board. When the computer is plugged into the network ... Before performing upgrades be sure to carefully read the Safety & Comfort Guide. Disconnect power to internal components. 44 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades This guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Do not plug telecommunications or telephone connectors into an AC power source, voltage is an important safety feature...
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Replacing the Computer Access Panel Slide the lip on the front end of the access panel under the lip on the front of the chassis (1) then press the back end of the access panel onto the unit so that it locks into place (2). Figure 3-2 Replacing the Computer Access Panel 46 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades
Replacing the Computer Access Panel Slide the lip on the front end of the access panel under the lip on the front of the chassis (1) then press the back end of the access panel onto the unit so that it locks into place (2). Figure 3-2 Replacing the Computer Access Panel 46 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades
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Figure 3-4 Removing a Bezel Blank Replacing the Front Bezel Insert the three hooks on the bottom side of the bezel onto the chassis (2) and snap it (2). Figure 3-5 Replacing the Front Bezel 48 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades To remove a bezel blank, push the two retaining tabs that hold the bezel blank in place towards the outer right edge of the bezel (1) and slide the bezel blank back and to the right to remove it into the rectangular holes on the chassis (1) then rotate the top side of the bezel into place. 2.
Figure 3-4 Removing a Bezel Blank Replacing the Front Bezel Insert the three hooks on the bottom side of the bezel onto the chassis (2) and snap it (2). Figure 3-5 Replacing the Front Bezel 48 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades To remove a bezel blank, push the two retaining tabs that hold the bezel blank in place towards the outer right edge of the bezel (1) and slide the bezel blank back and to the right to remove it into the rectangular holes on the chassis (1) then rotate the top side of the bezel into place. 2.
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..., then turn on all removable media, such as the system is facing down and place the computer in the optional stand. Changing from HP. 1. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as compact discs or USB ...computer in a tower orientation, HP recommends the use of the computer. 5. Figure 3-6 Changing from the power outlet and disconnect any security devices that were disengaged when the access panel was removed. Lock any external devices. Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration The Small Form Factor computer can be used in a...
..., then turn on all removable media, such as the system is facing down and place the computer in the optional stand. Changing from HP. 1. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as compact discs or USB ...computer in a tower orientation, HP recommends the use of the computer. 5. Figure 3-6 Changing from the power outlet and disconnect any security devices that were disengaged when the access panel was removed. Lock any external devices. Changing from Desktop to Tower Configuration The Small Form Factor computer can be used in a...
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... Media Card Reader USB Device, such as a Media Card Reader Hood Sensor USB Device, such as a Media Card Reader Expansion Card Expansion Card 50 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades System Board Connector System Board Label Color 1 DIMM4 (Channel A) DIMM4 white 2 DIMM3 (Channel A) DIMM3 black 3 DIMM2 (Channel B) DIMM2 white 4 DIMM1 (Channel B) DIMM1...
... Media Card Reader USB Device, such as a Media Card Reader Hood Sensor USB Device, such as a Media Card Reader Expansion Card Expansion Card 50 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades System Board Connector System Board Label Color 1 DIMM4 (Channel A) DIMM4 white 2 DIMM3 (Channel A) DIMM3 black 3 DIMM2 (Channel B) DIMM2 white 4 DIMM1 (Channel B) DIMM1...
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... prohibit opening the computer. 2. Remove/disengage any of static electricity by the slowest DIMM in Channel B. Disconnect the power cord from the stand. 52 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always supplied to the memory modules as long as the computer is plugged into...
... prohibit opening the computer. 2. Remove/disengage any of static electricity by the slowest DIMM in Channel B. Disconnect the power cord from the stand. 52 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always supplied to the memory modules as long as the computer is plugged into...
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... Populating DIMM Sockets on the memory socket. The computer should automatically recognize the additional memory the next time you turn on the computer. 54 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades If the computer was removed. For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the module is spread as equally as possible between...
... Populating DIMM Sockets on the memory socket. The computer should automatically recognize the additional memory the next time you turn on the computer. 54 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades If the computer was removed. For maximum performance, populate the sockets so that the module is spread as equally as possible between...
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... chassis. Before installing an expansion card, remove the expansion slot cover or the existing expansion card. Figure 3-12 Removing a Standard PCI Expansion Card 56 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades If you are installing an expansion card in a vacant socket, remove the appropriate expansion slot cover on the back of the chassis...
... chassis. Before installing an expansion card, remove the expansion slot cover or the existing expansion card. Figure 3-12 Removing a Standard PCI Expansion Card 56 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades If you are installing an expansion card in a vacant socket, remove the appropriate expansion slot cover on the back of the chassis...
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... the system board (2). Connect external cables to secure the expansion card. Press the card straight down into the expansion socket on the computer. 58 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Replace the computer access panel. 16. To install a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion socket on the system...
... the system board (2). Connect external cables to secure the expansion card. Press the card straight down into the expansion socket on the computer. 58 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Replace the computer access panel. 16. To install a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion socket on the system...
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The HP-supplied metric screws are black and the HPsupplied standard screws are required for a secondary hard drive. If you are replacing the primary hard drive, you ... you must be connected to ensure the drive will line up correctly in the drive cage and lock in place. HP has provided extra guide screws for more information). 60 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades All other drives (except the primary hard drive) use M3 metric screws. Installing and Removing Drives When...
The HP-supplied metric screws are black and the HPsupplied standard screws are required for a secondary hard drive. If you are replacing the primary hard drive, you ... you must be connected to ensure the drive will line up correctly in the drive cage and lock in place. HP has provided extra guide screws for more information). 60 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades All other drives (except the primary hard drive) use M3 metric screws. Installing and Removing Drives When...
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Remove the computer access panel. 7. Figure 3-18 Rotating the Drive Cage Up 62 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, ...
Remove the computer access panel. 7. Figure 3-18 Rotating the Drive Cage Up 62 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices. CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, ...
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... any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. 2. Press down on the green drive retainer button located on page 47 for more information. 64 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades If the computer is plugged into a Drive Bay 1. Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 3. See Removing Bezel Blanks on the left...
... any security devices that prohibit opening the computer. 2. Press down on the green drive retainer button located on page 47 for more information. 64 Chapter 3 Small Form Factor (SFF) Hardware Upgrades If the computer is plugged into a Drive Bay 1. Disconnect the power cord from the computer. 3. See Removing Bezel Blanks on the left...