HP Compaq d330 MT User's Guide

Hardware Reference GuideHP Compaq Business Desktopsd330 Microtower ModelDocument Part Number: 323353-002September 2003This guide provides basic inform

1–6 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideProduct FeaturesSpecial Mouse FunctionsMost software applications support the use of a mouse. The functions ass

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–12Hardware UpgradesServiceability FeaturesThe Microtower computer includes features that make it easy to upgrade

2–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware UpgradesRemoving the Computer Access Panel and Front BezelTo remove the computer access panel:1. If yo

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–3Hardware UpgradesÄCAUTION: Before removing the computer access panel, ensure that the computer is turned off an

2–4 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades6. To remove the front bezel, press down on all three tabs on the left side of the bezel 1 th

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–5Hardware UpgradesInstalling Additional MemoryThe computer comes with double data rate synchronous dynamic rando

2–6 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware UpgradesIf a memory frequency is paired with an unsupported processor bus frequency, the system will r

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–7Hardware UpgradesThere are four DIMM sockets on the system board, with two sockets per channel. The sockets are

2–8 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware UpgradesInstalling DDR-SDRAM DIMMsÄCAUTION: The memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. When u

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–9Hardware UpgradesInstalling a DIMM✎A memory module can be installed in only one way. Match the notch on the mod

© Copyright 2003 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Wi

2–10 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware UpgradesReplacing or Upgrading a DriveThe computer supports up to six drives that may be installed in

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–11Hardware UpgradesRemoving a Drive1. If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to unlock the

2–12 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware UpgradesDisconnecting the Diskette Drive CablesDisconnecting the Hard Drive Cables (connectors may va

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–13Hardware Upgrades5. A latch drive bracket with release tabs secures the drives in the drive bay. Lift the rele

2–14 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware UpgradesReplacing a DriveÄCAUTION: To prevent loss of work and damage to the computer or drive: If y

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–15Hardware Upgrades1. Install the four guide screws (two on each side) that were removed from the old drive into

2–16 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades3. Reconnect the power and data cables to the drive as indicated in the following illustratio

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–17Hardware UpgradesReconnecting the Hard Drive Cables (connectors may vary)

2–18 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades4. If installing a new hard drive, connect the power and data cables to the system board.✎If

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–19Hardware Upgrades6. Turn on the computer.If you have installed a PATA hard drive that is not automatically rec

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com iiiContents1 Product FeaturesStandard Configuration Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–20 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades4. On the rear of the computer, a sliding slot cover lock secures the expansion card brackets

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–21Hardware Upgrades6. If removing an expansion card from a standard expansion socket, hold the card at each end,

2–22 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades7. If removing an AGP card from an AGP expansion socket with a retention mechanism, pull the

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–23Hardware Upgrades9. If replacing or adding a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion slot o

2–24 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades11. While holding the expansion card bracket against the chassis, slide the slot cover lock d

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–25Hardware UpgradesReassembling the Computer1. Position the chassis in the upright position. Insert the three ho

2–26 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades2. Place the side access panel in the proper position on the chassis and slide it into place

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 2–27Hardware Upgrades3. Reconnect the power cable to the computer 1 and plug the cable into an electrical outlet 2

2–28 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideHardware Upgrades

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com A–1ASpecificationsHP Compaq d330 Microtower Microtower Dimensions Height Width Depth (depth will increase if the c

iv www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideContentsA SpecificationsB PATA Hard Drive Installation GuidelinesUsing the Cable-Select Feature with Parallel AT

A–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideSpecificationsInput Voltage Switch Setting 115 V 230 VPower SupplyOperating Voltage Range Rated Voltage Range

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com B–1BPATA Hard Drive Installation Guidelines✎For more information about Serial ATA (SATA) devices, refer to the whi

B–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuidePATA Hard Drive Installation GuidelinesGuidelines for Installing PATA DrivesWhen installing additional drives,

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com B–3PATA Hard Drive Installation Guidelines✎If you have only one device, make sure to connect it to the Device 0 co

B–4 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuidePATA Hard Drive Installation Guidelines

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com C–1CBattery ReplacementThe battery that comes with the computer provides power to the real-time clock. When replac

C–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideBattery ReplacementÄCAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the computer or optiona

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com C–3Battery ReplacementType 2a. To release the battery from its holder, squeeze the metal clamp that extends above

C–4 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideBattery Replacementc. To insert the new battery, slide one edge of the replacement battery under the holder’s l

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com D–1DSecurity Lock ProvisionsInstalling a Security LockThe security locks displayed below and on the following page

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 1–11Product FeaturesStandard Configuration FeaturesThe HP Compaq Microtower features may vary depending on the mod

D–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideSecurity Lock ProvisionsIInstalling a Padlock

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com E-1EPort Security BracketInstalling the Port Security Bracket1. Insert the tabs on the bottom half of the port sec

E-2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuidePort Security Bracket2. Connect the cables to the computer.

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com E-3Port Security Bracket3. Position the top of the port security bracket over the cables 1 and rotate the the brac

E-4 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuidePort Security Bracket4. The illustration below shows the proper installation.

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com E-5Port Security BracketRemoving the Port Security Bracket1. Loosen the captive thumbscrew 1 that secures the acce

E-6 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuidePort Security Bracket3. Push in on the tabs 1 and rotate the top of the bracket away from the computer 2.

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com E-7Port Security Bracket4. Disconnect the cables from the computer.

E-8 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuidePort Security Bracket5. Push on the tabs to release the bottom of the bracket from the chassis 1. Rotate the br

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com F–1FElectrostatic DischargeA discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor may damage system bo

1–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideProduct FeaturesFront Panel ComponentsDrive configuration may vary by model.Front Panel Components 1 Optical Dr

F–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideElectrostatic Discharge Use heelstraps, toestraps, or bootstraps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com G–1GRoutine Computer Care and Shipping PreparationRoutine Computer CareFollow these suggestions to take care of th

G–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideRoutine Computer Care and Shipping PreparationOptical Drive PrecautionsBe sure to observe the following guideli

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com G–3Routine Computer Care and Shipping PreparationShipping PreparationFollow these suggestions when preparing to sh

G–4 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideRoutine Computer Care and Shipping Preparation

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com Index–1IndexAaccess panelremoving 2–3replacing 2–26Bbackup files 2–10, 2–19battery replacement C–1CCD-R/RW drivein

Index–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideIndexIinstallationdrives 2–11, 2–14expansion card 2–19installingmemory 2–5Kkeyboardcomponents 1–4PS/2 port

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 1–3Product FeaturesRear Panel ComponentsRear Panel Components1 Power Cord Connector 7nRJ-45 Network Connector2 Vol

1–4 www.hp.com Hardware Reference GuideProduct FeaturesEasy Access KeyboardEasy Access Keyboard Components 1 Function Keys Perform special functions d

Hardware Reference Guide www.hp.com 1–5Product FeaturesCustomizing the Easy Access ButtonsAll Easy Access buttons can be reprogrammed to open any soft