HP D300 manual Removing the Computer Cover

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Hardware Upgrades

Removing the Computer Cover

To install optional equipment, you must remove the computer cover to gain access to internal components. The quick release cover latches located on the sides of the computer allow easy removal of the computer cover without the use of tools. To remove the cover, follow these steps:

1.If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, see the previous section on Smart Cover Lock or use Computer Setup to unlock it.

2.Turn off the computer and any external devices.

3.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet, and disconnect any external devices.

WARNING: Before removing the computer cover, ensure that the computer is turned off and that the power cord is disconnected from the electrical outlet.

4.Press in the button on each side of the front bezel to release the quick release cover latches.

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Contents Hardware Reference Guide Page Contents Electrostatic Discharge Product Features Standard Configuration FeaturesFront Panel Components Front Panel ComponentsRear Panel Components Rear Panel ComponentsEasy Access Keyboard Compaq Easy Access Keyboard ComponentsReprogramming the Easy Access Buttons Easy Access SoftwareLocking and Unlocking the Easy Access Buttons Special Mouse Functions Easy Access Paper Icon InsertWindows Logo Key Serial Number Location Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence Drawer Installation Method Using the Smart Cover FailSafe Key Smart Cover LockRemoving the Smart Cover Lock Screws Removing the Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover Installing Additional Memory DIMMsMemory Module Installation Locate the memory module sockets Installing a Dimm Removing the Expansion Card Cage Installing an Expansion Card Removing the Expansion Slot Cover Install the expansion card Drive Positions Desktop Drive PositionsInstalling Additional Drives Upgrading the Hard DriveDisconnecting Cables from the Hard Drive Removing a CD-ROM Drive Removing the CD-ROM Drive Installing an optional CD-ROM or DVD-ROM Drive Connecting the Flat Ribbon Cable and Audio Cable Hardware Upgrades Specifications Compaq Evo Small Form FactorHard Drive Installation Guidelines Using the Cable-Select Feature with Ultra ATA DevicesGuidelines for Installing Ultra ATA Devices Guidelines for Using Scsi Devices Scsi DevicesHard Drive Installation Guidelines Guidelines for Installing Optional Scsi Devices Scsi ControllersUsing SCSISelect with Scsi Devices Using a Scsi CableScsi Cables Choosing the Quiet Drive Options Hard Drive Installation Guidelines Battery Replacement Type Type Replacing a Coin Cell Battery Type Installing a Security Lock Security Lock ProvisionsInstalling Compaq Type 2 Security Bracket may vary by model Security Lock Provisions Installing a Kensington Cable Lock may vary by model Preventing Electrostatic Damage Electrostatic DischargeGrounding Methods Electrostatic Discharge Routine Computer Care Shipping Preparation Routine Computer CareCD-ROM Drive Precautions CleaningSafety OperationShipping Preparation Index Shipping preparation F-1 Windows Logo Key
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