Compaq EX Series, EXS Series manual Subpanel and Bezel Blanks

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4.8Subpanel and Bezel Blanks

The subpanel and bezel blanks must be removed from the front bezel if you are installing a mass storage device for the first time.

WARNING: Power is continuous to the system board and power supply even when the power switch is turned off. To prevent damage to the unit, disconnect the power cord from the power source or the unit before beginning disassembly procedures.

1.Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 4.2).

2.Lay the computer down on its large base for greater stability.

3.Remove the access panel (Section 4.5).

4.Remove the front bezel (Section 4.6).

5.Pull on the subpanel to remove it from the inside of the front bezel.

CAUTION: Hold the subpanel straight when you pull it away from the front bezel. Pulling at an angle could damage the pins that align the subpanel within the front bezel.

6. Gently push on the bezel blanks to remove them from the subpanel.

CAUTION: When replacing the subpanel, ensure that the aligning pins and any remaining bezel blanks are in the proper orientation to prevent damage to the alignment pins.

✎The subpanel has markings on it to facilitate installation.

4-8Removal & Replacement Procedures

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Contents Maintenance & Service Guide Maintenance & Service Guide Maintenance & Service Guide Contents Removal and Replacement Procedures Specifications Technician Notes Symbols and ConventionsAbout this Guide Locating Additional Information Product Description ChapterComponent/Function Computer FeaturesFront Panel Controls and LEDs Component Rear Panel ConnectorsDrive Positions Reference Drive Bay ConfigurationSerial Number Location Spare Parts System Unit Spare Part Warranty Description Number TierMass Storage Devices Cables Standard, Memory, and Expansion Boards Miscellaneous Plastics Kit Miscellaneous Screw Kit not illustrated Keyboards not illustratedDescription Spare Part Number Miscellaneous Parts not illustratedShipping Boxes not illustrated Documentation and Software not illustratedRelative Humidity Event 55% 40% 10% Removal & Replacement PreliminariesElectrostatic Discharge Information Generating StaticMethod Voltage Preventing Electrostatic Damage to EquipmentPersonal Grounding Methods and Equipment Grounding WorkstationsRecommended Materials and Equipment General Cleaning Safety PrecautionsRoutine Care Cleaning the Monitor Cleaning the Computer CaseCleaning the Keyboard Tools and Software Requirements Service ConsiderationsCleaning the Mouse Power Supply FanHard Drives Cables and ConnectorsLithium Coin Cell Battery Disassembly Sequence Chart Removal and Replacement ProceduresDisassembly Preparation Feet Installation Cable Lock Access Panel Front Bezel Power Button Subpanel and Bezel Blanks Power Switch Assembly Drive Positions Using the Cable-Select Feature with Ultra ATA Devices Removing an Internal 3.5-Inch Hard Drive Removing an External 5.25-Inch Drive Removing an External 3.5-Inch Drive Page Expansion Board Slots Expansion BoardsRemoving a PCI Expansion Board Installing a PCI Expansion Board Page DIMMs Memory Module InstallationSystem Memory Page Graphics Cards Installing a GPA/AIMM Card 24Removal & Replacement Procedures Removing an AGP Card AGP Card with a Type I Retention Mechanism13.3 GPA/AIMM Card with a Type 2 Retention Mechanism AGP Card with a Type 2 Retention Mechanism Standard AGP Expansion Card Processor 30Removal & Replacement Procedures System Board Battery Chassis Fan Assembly Power Supply Connectors and Jumpers Connectors and JumpersClearing Cmos Disabling or Clearing the Power-On and Setup Passwords Definition Seagate Quantum Western Digital Hard Drive Jumper SettingsSeagate, Quantum, and Western Digital Definition J50 J48 J46 J44 J42 MaxtorSystem SpecificationsSpecifications Hardware DMA System Function System InterruptsSystem DMA Hardware IRQ System FunctionPort Register Name ICH Fixed I/O RegistersICH Fixed I/O Registers Port Register Name Size Memory Address System Function System Memory MapMB Diskette Drive Drives10.0 GB 15.0 GB Ultra ATA Hard Drives48X Max CD-ROM DrivesScroll Mouse Compaq KeyboardNVIDIA M64 Pro Supported Graphics ResolutionsColor Depth Mode Bits/pixel Refresh Rate Hz Intel 3D GraphicsIndex 2Index