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Table of Contents Start Here...1 Safety Information ...2 Locating Components...2 Opening the Computer ...3 Removing and Replacing a Memory Module 7 Removing a Memory Module ...8 Replacing a Memory Module 10 Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 14 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 14 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive...17 Table of Contents iii
Table of Contents Start Here...1 Safety Information ...2 Locating Components...2 Opening the Computer ...3 Removing and Replacing a Memory Module 7 Removing a Memory Module ...8 Replacing a Memory Module 10 Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 14 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 14 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive...17 Table of Contents iii
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...use a magnetic-tipped screwdriver when opening and closing the HP TouchSmart PC, to make it easier to the product specifications for system upgradability information. WARNING: Always disconnect the HP TouchSmart PC from the power source before attempting to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Failure to do so before you decide to upgrade or...the following items before removing the memory cover or the back cover. Upgrading and Servicing Guide This guide provides instructions for replacing or upgrading the memory and the hard disk drive in personal injury or equipment damage.
...use a magnetic-tipped screwdriver when opening and closing the HP TouchSmart PC, to make it easier to the product specifications for system upgradability information. WARNING: Always disconnect the HP TouchSmart PC from the power source before attempting to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Failure to do so before you decide to upgrade or...the following items before removing the memory cover or the back cover. Upgrading and Servicing Guide This guide provides instructions for replacing or upgrading the memory and the hard disk drive in personal injury or equipment damage.
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9 Insert your fingertips just under the cover, and then pull up firmly to release the tabs. 10 Slide the cover out toward you to remove it, and then set it aside. To replace a hard disk drive, see "Removing and Replacing a Memory Module" on page 14. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide To replace a memory module, see "Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive" on page 7.
9 Insert your fingertips just under the cover, and then pull up firmly to release the tabs. 10 Slide the cover out toward you to remove it, and then set it aside. To replace a hard disk drive, see "Removing and Replacing a Memory Module" on page 14. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide To replace a memory module, see "Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive" on page 7.
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4 Replace the memory module EMI shield. 5 Replace the hard disk drive/memory cover by lowering it into place, and sliding it will be flush with the grooves in the computer. The cover snaps into the grooves under the computer stand. When the cover is replaced properly, it so the slots on the cover fit into place with a click as the side tabs engage with the larger back cover. 12 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
4 Replace the memory module EMI shield. 5 Replace the hard disk drive/memory cover by lowering it into place, and sliding it will be flush with the grooves in the computer. The cover snaps into the grooves under the computer stand. When the cover is replaced properly, it so the slots on the cover fit into place with a click as the side tabs engage with the larger back cover. 12 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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Now, place the computer upright on a flat surface with the stand in a safe and open position. 10° min. 40°max Reconnect power cables and peripherals. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 13 You have completed this procedure successfully! Remove and reinstall the memory module. NOTE: If a blank screen is displayed after you replace or add a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly, or it is the wrong type of memory. 6 Replace the screw that secures the hard disk drive cage to the chassis.
Now, place the computer upright on a flat surface with the stand in a safe and open position. 10° min. 40°max Reconnect power cables and peripherals. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 13 You have completed this procedure successfully! Remove and reinstall the memory module. NOTE: If a blank screen is displayed after you replace or add a memory module, the memory is installed incorrectly, or it is the wrong type of memory. 6 Replace the screw that secures the hard disk drive cage to the chassis.
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... prepare the HP TouchSmart PC. Removing the Hard Disk Drive 1 Complete the procedures to do so may result in data loss. B A 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive You can replace or upgrade the hard disk drive. See "Start Here" on the hard disk drive to an external storage device, such as a DVD. After replacing the hard disk drive, you need...
... prepare the HP TouchSmart PC. Removing the Hard Disk Drive 1 Complete the procedures to do so may result in data loss. B A 14 Upgrading and Servicing Guide Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive You can replace or upgrade the hard disk drive. See "Start Here" on the hard disk drive to an external storage device, such as a DVD. After replacing the hard disk drive, you need...
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Do not bang or shake it. Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 1 If necessary, remove the hard disk drive. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive" on page 14. It can be easily damaged. 2 Slide the hard disk drive into the cage and then replace the four screws. CAUTION: Take care when handling a hard disk drive. Your hard disk drive cage might look different from the illustration. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 17
Do not bang or shake it. Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 1 If necessary, remove the hard disk drive. See "Removing the Hard Disk Drive" on page 14. It can be easily damaged. 2 Slide the hard disk drive into the cage and then replace the four screws. CAUTION: Take care when handling a hard disk drive. Your hard disk drive cage might look different from the illustration. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 17
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5 Replace the shipping screw that holds the hard disk drive cage to the computer. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 19
5 Replace the shipping screw that holds the hard disk drive cage to the computer. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 19
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6 Replace the hard drive EMI shield, pressing it firmly into place so the tabs engage. 20 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
6 Replace the hard drive EMI shield, pressing it firmly into place so the tabs engage. 20 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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7 Replace the hard disk drive/memory cover by lowering it into place, and sliding it will be flush with a click as the side tabs engage in the computer. When the cover is replaced properly, it so the slots on the cover fit into place with the larger back cover. 8 Replace the screw that secures the hard disk drive cage to the chassis. The cover snaps into the grooves under the computer stand. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 21
7 Replace the hard disk drive/memory cover by lowering it into place, and sliding it will be flush with a click as the side tabs engage in the computer. When the cover is replaced properly, it so the slots on the cover fit into place with the larger back cover. 8 Replace the screw that secures the hard disk drive cage to the chassis. The cover snaps into the grooves under the computer stand. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 21
Limited Warranty, Support, and System Recovery Guide
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... replacement unit of HP's choosing that occurs as a result of accident, misuse, abuse, contamination, improper or inadequate maintenance or calibration, or other than (i) HP, (ii) an HP authorized service provider, or (iii) your product in writing. 5 UNITS SENT IN FOR SERVICE MAY HAVE THE DATA ERASED FROM THE HARD DRIVE... AND THE PROGRAMS RESTORED TO THEIR ORIGINAL STATE. INCLUDING REPRESENTATIONS MADE IN HP SALES LITERATURE OR ADVICE GIVEN TO YOU BY HP OR AN AGENT OR EMPLOYEE OF HP - THOSE RIGHTS ARE NOT IN ANY WAY AFFECTED ...
... replacement unit of HP's choosing that occurs as a result of accident, misuse, abuse, contamination, improper or inadequate maintenance or calibration, or other than (i) HP, (ii) an HP authorized service provider, or (iii) your product in writing. 5 UNITS SENT IN FOR SERVICE MAY HAVE THE DATA ERASED FROM THE HARD DRIVE... AND THE PROGRAMS RESTORED TO THEIR ORIGINAL STATE. INCLUDING REPRESENTATIONS MADE IN HP SALES LITERATURE OR ADVICE GIVEN TO YOU BY HP OR AN AGENT OR EMPLOYEE OF HP - THOSE RIGHTS ARE NOT IN ANY WAY AFFECTED ...
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Restarting Your Computer Restarting is the simplest repair method for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. This may eliminate some ...Click the Windows Vista start button. 3 Click the Arrow button next to restore your computer, use the System Recovery program. Some software repairs are replacing a hard disk drive, you restart, the computer reloads the operating system and software into its memory. Software Repair Overview This section lists the available methods of a previous...
Restarting Your Computer Restarting is the simplest repair method for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. This may eliminate some ...Click the Windows Vista start button. 3 Click the Arrow button next to restore your computer, use the System Recovery program. Some software repairs are replacing a hard disk drive, you restart, the computer reloads the operating system and software into its memory. Software Repair Overview This section lists the available methods of a previous...
Warranty and Support Guide
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... LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. HP will, at its discretion, repair or replace any product from defects in material or workmanship for ninety (90) days or for the remainder of the Limited ...LIMITATION OF LIABILITY WILL BE EFFECTIVE EVEN IF YOU HAVE ADVISED HP OR AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF HP OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH DAMAGES. YOU SHOULD MAKE PERIODIC BACKUP COPIES OF THE DATA STORED ON YOUR HARD DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AS A PRECAUTION AGAINST POSSIBLE FAILURES, ALTERATION...
... LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. HP will, at its discretion, repair or replace any product from defects in material or workmanship for ninety (90) days or for the remainder of the Limited ...LIMITATION OF LIABILITY WILL BE EFFECTIVE EVEN IF YOU HAVE ADVISED HP OR AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF HP OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH DAMAGES. YOU SHOULD MAKE PERIODIC BACKUP COPIES OF THE DATA STORED ON YOUR HARD DRIVE OR OTHER STORAGE DEVICES AS A PRECAUTION AGAINST POSSIBLE FAILURES, ALTERATION...
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When you are experiencing software problems. The sections that follow provide detailed instructions for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. To restart your computer ...Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign (+) to the Lock button, and then click Restart. Some software repairs are replacing a hard disk drive, you use the System Recovery program. Complete the following procedure to update a driver, or to revert to the Lock button, and then click Shut ...
When you are experiencing software problems. The sections that follow provide detailed instructions for example, HP DVD Writer 640b). 5 Click the Driver tab. 6 To update a driver, click Update Driver, and follow the onscreen instructions. To restart your computer ...Properties. 2 Under Tasks, click Device Manager. 3 Click the plus sign (+) to the Lock button, and then click Restart. Some software repairs are replacing a hard disk drive, you use the System Recovery program. Complete the following procedure to update a driver, or to revert to the Lock button, and then click Shut ...
Getting Started Guide
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... the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by aligning the hooks on the right edge of the cover with the slots on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into place. Replace the connector cover by model A B I C D E J F G K H L M Connector Function A USB 2.0 ports (3) Connect USB devices (USB 2.0) such as printers, external hard disk drives, digital...
... the HP TouchSmart PC Features and configurations vary by aligning the hooks on the right edge of the cover with the slots on the computer, and then pressing it until it snaps into place. Replace the connector cover by model A B I C D E J F G K H L M Connector Function A USB 2.0 ports (3) Connect USB devices (USB 2.0) such as printers, external hard disk drives, digital...
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...Light on removing and replacing the memory and the hard disk drive for your HP TouchSmart PC, refer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide that came with your HP TouchSmart software Check www.hp.com/go/touchsmart for details. Continue pressing the button to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 17 Updating your computer... and new software features. * Certain Windows Vista product features require advanced or additional hardware. Adding Hardware and Software Some HP TouchSmart PCs feature a Windows Vista 64-bit system, and may not be compatible with the operating system.* Upgrading your hardware and ...
...Light on removing and replacing the memory and the hard disk drive for your HP TouchSmart PC, refer to the Upgrading and Servicing Guide that came with your HP TouchSmart software Check www.hp.com/go/touchsmart for details. Continue pressing the button to Know the HP TouchSmart PC 17 Updating your computer... and new software features. * Certain Windows Vista product features require advanced or additional hardware. Adding Hardware and Software Some HP TouchSmart PCs feature a Windows Vista 64-bit system, and may not be compatible with the operating system.* Upgrading your hardware and ...
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Table of Contents Start Here...1 Safety Information ...2 Locating Components...2 Opening the Computer ...3 Removing and Replacing a Memory Module 7 Removing a Memory Module ...8 Replacing a Memory Module 10 Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 15 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 15 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive...18 Table of Contents iii
Table of Contents Start Here...1 Safety Information ...2 Locating Components...2 Opening the Computer ...3 Removing and Replacing a Memory Module 7 Removing a Memory Module ...8 Replacing a Memory Module 10 Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 15 Removing the Hard Disk Drive 15 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive...18 Table of Contents iii
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... the power source before you decide to upgrade or service the computer, refer to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 1 Start Here Before you open and examine the computer. Read the following items before attempting to ...the screws. Upgrading and Servicing Guide This guide provides instructions for replacing or upgrading the memory and the hard disk drive in personal injury or equipment damage. Go to open the HP TouchSmart PC or perform any procedures can result in your HP TouchSmart PC. Write down and save the computer model and serial numbers,...
... the power source before you decide to upgrade or service the computer, refer to upgrade or service the HP TouchSmart PC. Upgrading and Servicing Guide 1 Start Here Before you open and examine the computer. Read the following items before attempting to ...the screws. Upgrading and Servicing Guide This guide provides instructions for replacing or upgrading the memory and the hard disk drive in personal injury or equipment damage. Go to open the HP TouchSmart PC or perform any procedures can result in your HP TouchSmart PC. Write down and save the computer model and serial numbers,...
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9 Insert your fingertips just under the cover, and then pull up firmly to release the tabs. 10 Slide the cover out toward you to remove it, and then set it aside. To replace a memory module, see "Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive" on page 7. To replace a hard disk drive, see "Removing and Replacing a Memory Module" on page 15. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
9 Insert your fingertips just under the cover, and then pull up firmly to release the tabs. 10 Slide the cover out toward you to remove it, and then set it aside. To replace a memory module, see "Removing and Replacing the Hard Disk Drive" on page 7. To replace a hard disk drive, see "Removing and Replacing a Memory Module" on page 15. 6 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
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4 Connect the power and data cables to the hard disk drive. 5 Replace the hard drive EMI shield, pressing it firmly into place so the tabs engage. 20 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
4 Connect the power and data cables to the hard disk drive. 5 Replace the hard drive EMI shield, pressing it firmly into place so the tabs engage. 20 Upgrading and Servicing Guide