Hardware Reference Guide HP t505 Flexible Thin Client

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General Hardware Installation Sequence
To ensure the proper installation thin client hardware components:
1. Back up any data, if necessary.
2. If the thin client is powered on:
a. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external
devices.
b. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.
c. Disconnect any external devices or cables, such as a cable lock.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and/or hot surfaces, be
sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet and allow the internal system components to
cool before touching.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not
plug telecommunications or telephone connectors into the network interface controller (NIC)
receptacles.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the thin client or optional
equipment. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity
by briefly touching a grounded metal object. See
Electrostatic Discharge on page 35 for more
information.
3. Remove the side access panel. See Removing and Replacing the Side Access Panel on page 10
for more information.
4. Remove any hardware that you will replace.
5. Install or replace equipment. For removal and replacement procedures, see
Removing and
Replacing the Battery on page 12.
NOTE: Option kits include more detailed installation instructions.
6. Replace the side access panel. See Removing and Replacing the Side Access Panel
on page 10.
7. Reconnect any external devices and power cords.
8. Turn on the monitor, the thin client, and any devices you want to test.
9. Load any necessary drivers.
NOTE: You can download select hardware drivers from HP. Go to http://www.hp.com and
search for your specific thin client model.
10. Reconfigure the thin client, if necessary.
General Hardware Installation Sequence
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