580407-001 Upgrading and Servicing Guide
Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel
Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel 10–15 MINUTES Before you begin Tools Needed: z Flathead screwdriver z Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdrivers A flathead screwdriver can be used with the screw seen in the following illustration. WARNING: z Never open the cover with the power cord attached or power applied. You may damage your computer or be injured from the spinning fan blades. z Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer.
Removing the Front Bezel 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. 1 Press the Power button 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. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer.
Pull each of the three side tabs that secure the front bezel to the computer, to release the front bezel. Replacing the Front Bezel IMPORTANT: The new (replacement) part may not look the same as the original part, due to different manufacturers or models. Hewlett-Packard always provides quality parts that meet or exceed your original computer specifications. 1 To replace the front bezel, align the left side of the bezel and swing the front bezel toward the computer to close it.
3 The tabs fit into slots and over the front lip of the computer. 5 Reattach the thumb screw at the back of the computer. 4 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots on the computer and lay the panel into place. Slide the side cover forward. 6 Connect the cables, such as the keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 7 Reconnect the power cord. 8 Turn on the computer and all peripherals, such as the monitor.
Removing and Replacing the Front Bezel
Removing and Replacing Memory
Removing and Replacing Memory 25–30 MINUTES Removing Memory Before You Begin Tools Needed: z Flathead screwdriver z Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdrivers A flathead screwdriver can be used with the screw seen in the following illustration. 1 Press the Power button 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 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. 6 Lay the computer on its side. 7 Locate the memory sockets on your computer motherboard. NOTE: The location and number of memory sockets may vary with the motherboard model in your computer. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 8 Push down the retaining clip on each end of the memory socket to release the memory module.
9 Touching only the memory module, lift it out of the socket. Replacing Memory NOTE: The new (replacement) part may not look exactly the same as the original part, due to different manufacturers or models. 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 bottom edge. NOTE: Each type of memory has a different notch position.
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.
7 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots 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 keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 10 Reconnect the power cord. 11 Turn on the computer and all peripherals, such as the monitor. 12 Verify that the replacement memory works properly.
Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive 15–20 MINUTES Before you begin Tools Needed: z Flathead screwdriver z Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdrivers A flathead screwdriver can be used with the screw seen in the following illustration. WARNING: z Never open the cover with the power cord attached or power applied. You may damage your computer or be injured from the spinning fan blades. z Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer.
Removing an Optical Disc Drive 4 Remove the side cover by loosening the screw that connects the cover to the computer. 1 Press the Power button 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. 5 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.
6 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer. 8 Swing the front bezel out to remove from the computer. 9 Locate the optical disc drives at the top front of the computer. 7 Pull each of the three side tabs that secure the front bezel to the computer, to release the front bezel. 10 Remove the screws that fasten the disc drive in the computer.
11 Push the drive slightly forward. 13 Pull the disc drive out through the front of the computer. 12 Disconnect the power (1) and data (2) cables by squeezing the latch on the connector and pulling to remove.
Replacing an Optical Disc Drive 4 Replace the drive screws. IMPORTANT: The new (replacement) part may not look the same as the original part, due to different manufacturers or models. Hewlett-Packard always provides quality parts that meet or exceed your original computer specifications. 1 Push the replacement disc drive partially into the drive bay in the computer. 5 To replace the front bezel, align the left side of the bezel and swing the front bezel toward the computer to close it.
7 The tabs fit into slots and over the front lip of the computer. 8 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots on the computer. Slide the side cover forward. 9 Reattach the screw at the back of the computer. 10 Connect the cables, such as the keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 11 Reconnect the power cord. 12 Turn on the computer and all peripherals, such as the monitor. 13 Verify the new optical disc drive operates correctly.
Removing and Replacing an Optical Disc Drive
Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive
Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 25–30 MINUTES Before You Begin Observe the following requirements before removing and replacing a hard disk drive. WARNING: z Never open the cover with the power cord attached or power applied. You may damage your computer or be injured from the spinning fan blades. z Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer. z Before you open the computer, allow the internal system components to cool before touching.
Removing a Hard Disk Drive 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. 1 Press the Power button 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. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer.
6 Pull each of the three side tabs that secure the front bezel to the computer, to release the front bezel. 8 Locate the external drive bay at the front of the computer, below the optical drive bays. 7 Swing the front bezel out to remove from the computer. 9 Disconnect the power (1) and data (2) cables by squeezing the latch on the connector and pulling to remove.
10 Remove the two screws that secure the hard disk drive to the computer. 12 Remove the hard drive from the computer. 13 Carefully remove the replacement hard disk drive from the electrostatic bag and place the failed hard disk drive into the bag. 11 Pull the hard drive out of the front of the computer.
Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 3 Attach the two screws to secure the hard disk drive to the bay. NOTE: The replacement hard drive may not look exactly the same as the original drive due to different manufacturers or models. Hewlett-Packard always provides quality parts that meet or exceed your original computer specifications. 1 Slide the replacement hard disk drive into the bay. 4 Attach the power and data connectors to the back of the drive.
5 To replace the front bezel, align the left side of the bezel and swing the front bezel toward the computer to close it. 6 The side panel has several tabs on its top, bottom, and leading edges. Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 7 The tabs fit into slots and over the front lip of the computer. 8 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots on the computer. Slide the side cover forward.
9 Reattach the screw at the back of the computer. 12 Turn on the computer and all peripherals, such as the monitor. 13 Verify that the replacement hard disk drive works properly. 10 Connect the cables, such as the keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 11 Reconnect the power cord.
Removing and Replacing an Add-In Card
Removing and Replacing an Add-In Card 15–20 MINUTES Before you begin Tools Needed: z Flathead screwdriver z Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdrivers A flathead screwdriver can be used with the screw seen in the following illustration. WARNING: z Never open the cover with the power cord attached or power applied. You may damage your computer or be injured from the spinning fan blades. z Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer.
Removing an Add-In Card 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. 1 Press the Power button 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. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer.
6 Locate the add-in cards at the back of the computer. 7 Lay the computer on its side. 34 8 On the back of the computer, remove the screw from the bracket cover for the add-in cards. 9 Remove the bracket cover.
10 If you are removing a graphics card, press on the latch to release it. 11 Remove the graphics card from the card slot. 13 Lift the card out of the computer. 14 If present, remove any cables connected to the add-in card. 12 For other add-in cards, move the card back and forth gently to free it from the card slot in the computer.
Replacing an Add-In Card 3 If you are replacing a graphics card, verify that the latch in the computer snaps back into place. IMPORTANT: The new (replacement) part may not look the same as the original part, due to different manufacturers or models. Hewlett-Packard always provides quality parts that meet or exceed your original computer specifications. 1 Replace any cables previously removed from the card. 4 Press straight down until the card is fully seated in the card slot.
5 Replace the bracket cover on the back of the computer. 6 Replace the screw to secure the bracket to the back of the computer. Removing and Replacing an Add-In Card 7 The side panel has several tabs on its top, bottom, and leading edges. 8 The tabs fit into slots and over the front lip of the computer.
9 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots on the computer. Slide the side cover forward. 11 Reconnect all attached cables, such as the keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 12 Reconnect the power cord. 13 Turn on the computer and all peripherals, such as the monitor. 14 Verify that the new add-in card is working properly. 10 Reattach the screw at the back of the computer.
Removing and Replacing a Power Supply
Removing and Replacing a Power Supply 20–25 MINUTES Before you begin Tools Needed: z Flathead screwdriver z Phillips screwdriver Flathead screwdrivers A flathead screwdriver can be used with the screw seen in the following illustration. CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components inside the computer. Discharge static electricity by touching the metal cage of the computer before touching any internal parts or electronic components.
Removing a Power Supply 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. 1 Press the power button 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. 5 Remove the side panel by lifting it away from the computer.
6 Before removing the power supply carefully note its orientation in the computer. IMPORTANT: The replacement power supply will need to be placed in the same position. IMPORTANT: Noting the location, type and orientation of the power connectors is extremely important! Failure to correctly restore all power connectors appropriately will prevent the computer or components from working successfully. NOTE: The location of the power connectors on the motherboard may vary from the ones shown below.
11 The motherboard power connector has a latch that must be pressed to detach the connector from the motherboard. 12 Detach the motherboard power connector from the motherboard. Removing and Replacing a Power Supply 13 Some connectors may have latches that must be pressed to remove them. 14 Remove all other power connectors from the motherboard.
15 Set the computer upright. 18 Pull the power supply back and tilt it out of the computer. 16 Detach the four screws that connect the power supply to the computer. 17 Use a screwdriver to press the latch at the bottom of the power supply to release it.
Replacing a Power Supply IMPORTANT: Always replace the entire power supply. Never attempt to work within the power supply unit. 2 Make sure the replacement power supply is oriented the same way as the original power supply. Align it towards the guide and the ledge, then slide it back until it locks into place next to the latch. IMPORTANT: The new (replacement) part may not look the same as the original part, due to different manufacturers or models.
5 The side panel has several tabs on its top, bottom, and leading edges. 7 To reattach the panel, align the tabs on the panel over the corresponding slots on the computer. Slide the side cover forward. 8 Reattach the screw at the back of the computer. 6 The tabs fit into slots and over the front lip of the computer. 9 Connect all attached cables, such as the keyboard, mouse, Ethernet, and monitor cables. 10 Reconnect the power cord. 11 Turn on the computer and all peripherals, such as the monitor.
