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Hitachi 8000 Elite manual Remove the computer access panel

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Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration

1.Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.

2.Remove all removable media, such as compact discs or USB flash drives, from the computer.

3.Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.

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

CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.

5.Remove the computer access panel.

6.Remove the front bezel.

7.Disconnect all power and data cables from the back of the drives in the 5.25-inch drive bays.

8.To release the drives from the 5.25-inch drive bay, lift the release tab on the green latch drive bracket for the drive (1). While lifting the release tab, slide the drive from its drive bay (2). Repeat this step for each 5.25-inch drive.

Figure 2-37Releasing the 5.25-inch Drives from the Drive Bays (Minitower)

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Hitachi 8000 Elite manual Remove the computer access panel

Contents

Hardware Reference Guide Hardware Reference Guide About This Book ENWW iv About This BookTable of contents 1 Product Features2 Hardware Upgrades Appendix A Specifications Standard Configuration Features 1 Product Features2 Chapter 1 Product Features Front Panel ComponentsFigure 1-2 Front Panel Components ENWWTable 1-2 Media Card Reader Components Media Card Reader ComponentsSlot Media4 Chapter 1 Product Features Rear Panel ComponentsFigure 1-4 Rear Panel Components ENWWKeyboard Using the Windows Logo KeyTable 1-4 Keyboard Components Table 1-5 Windows Logo Key FunctionsENWW 6 Chapter 1 Product FeaturesTable 1-5 Windows Logo Key Functions continued arrowSerial Number Location 2 Hardware Upgrades Serviceability FeaturesWarnings and Cautions Smart Cover FailSafe Key Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock10 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Figure 2-1 Removing the Smart Cover Lock ScrewsENWW Removing the Computer Access Panel Figure 2-3 Replacing the Computer Access Panel Replacing the Computer Access Panel12 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWWRemoving the Front Bezel Removing Bezel Blanks Figure 2-6 Replacing the Front Bezel Replacing the Front BezelENWW Replacing the Front BezelInstalling Additional Memory DIMMsDDR3-SDRAMDIMMs Populating DIMM Sockets on page Installing DIMMs9.Replace the access panel 2 Figure 2-8 Installing a DIMMInstalling Additional Memory A DIMM must occupy the black XMM1 socketRemoving or Installing an Expansion Card Removing or Installing an Expansion Card 5.Remove the computer access panelFigure 2-10 Opening the Expansion Slot Retainer Figure 2-11 Removing an Expansion Slot CoverENWW 22 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades14.Replace the computer access panel Figure 2-14 Installing an Expansion Card17.Reconfigure the computer, if necessary Removing or Installing an Expansion CardDrive Positions Removing a Drive from a Drive Bay ENWW 26 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades7.Remove the drive from the drive bay as follows ENWWRemoving a Drive from a Drive Bay Figure 2-21 Removing a Hard Drive 28 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades8.Store the removed drive in anti-staticpackaging ENWWInstalling Additional Drives System Board Drive Connections 5.Remove the computer access panel 14.Reconfigure the computer, if necessary 5.Remove the computer access panel Installing Additional DrivesENWW 10.Replace the computer access panel Installing Additional Drives Figure 2-30 Removing the Thermal SensorENWW ENWW 36 Chapter 2 Hardware UpgradesInstalling Additional Drives Figure 2-33 Replacing the Hard DriveENWW Figure 2-35 Replacing the Thermal Sensor 38 Chapter 2 Hardware UpgradesFigure 2-36 Replacing the Carrier Cover ENWW5.Remove the computer access panel ENWW 40 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades5.Remove the computer access panel ENWW 42 Chapter 2 Hardware UpgradesENWW Table A-1 Specifications A SpecificationsDesktop Dimensions Tower DimensionsPower Supply Table A-1 Specifications continuedPower Output 115VB Battery Replacement Type TypeType 8.Replace the computer access panel 48 Appendix B Battery ReplacementENWW Installing a Security Lock C External Security DevicesHP/Kensington MicroSaver Security Cable Lock HP Business PC Security Lock PadlockFigure C-2 Installing a Padlock 50 Appendix C External Security DevicesENWW Installing a Security LockFront Bezel Security Installing a Security Lock 9.Replace the access panel7.Replace the front bezel ENWWD Electrostatic Discharge Preventing Electrostatic DamageGrounding Methods Computer Operating Guidelines and Routine Care Cleaning Optical Drive PrecautionsSafety Shipping PreparationIndex