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System Requirements and prerequisites The following represents a list of system memory (dual channel for UMA systems) and 80 GB 7200 RPM hard drive Applicable 2007 and prior models dc7700 dc7800 dc5700 dc5750 Applicable 2008 models dc7900 dc5800 dc5850 dx7400 dx7500 dx7510 Minimum Requirements...
System Requirements and prerequisites The following represents a list of system memory (dual channel for UMA systems) and 80 GB 7200 RPM hard drive Applicable 2007 and prior models dc7700 dc7800 dc5700 dc5750 Applicable 2008 models dc7900 dc5800 dc5850 dx7400 dx7500 dx7510 Minimum Requirements...
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... 7-5 7.6 Cable Management 7-6 7.6.1 Cable Connections 7-7 7.7 Drives 7-8 7.7.1 Drive Positions 7-8 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 v Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis 7.1 Preparation for Disassembly 6-1 6.2 External Security Devices 6-2 6.2.1 Installing a Cable Lock 6-2 6.2.2 Installing a Padlock 6-3 6.3 Access Panel 6-4 6.4 Front Bezel 6-5 6.5 Front Drive Bezels 6-7 6.6 Cable Management 6-8 6.6.1 Cable Connections 6-9 6.7 Memory 6-10 6.8 Expansion Cards 6-11 6.9 Drives 6-15 6.9.1 Drive Positions 6-15 6.9.2 Removing an...
... 7-5 7.6 Cable Management 7-6 7.6.1 Cable Connections 7-7 7.7 Drives 7-8 7.7.1 Drive Positions 7-8 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 v Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis 7.1 Preparation for Disassembly 6-1 6.2 External Security Devices 6-2 6.2.1 Installing a Cable Lock 6-2 6.2.2 Installing a Padlock 6-3 6.3 Access Panel 6-4 6.4 Front Bezel 6-5 6.5 Front Drive Bezels 6-7 6.6 Cable Management 6-8 6.6.1 Cable Connections 6-9 6.7 Memory 6-10 6.8 Expansion Cards 6-11 6.9 Drives 6-15 6.9.1 Drive Positions 6-15 6.9.2 Removing an...
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Contents 7.7.2 Optical Drive 7-9 7.7.3 External 3.5-inch Drive 7-12 7.7.4 Hard Drive 7-14 7.8 Memory 7-17 7.9 Expansion Card 7-19 7.9.1 Expansion Card Retainer 7-19 7.10Power Supply 7-21 7.11Fan Shroud 7-22 7.12Front I/O Device 7-23 7.13Chassis Fan 7-24 7.14Power Switch Assembly 7-25 7.15Speaker 7-... 7.19.3Type 3 Battery Holder 7-35 A Connector Pin Assignments B Power Cord Set Requirements C POST Error Messages D Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics E System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators F Memory Index vi 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750
Contents 7.7.2 Optical Drive 7-9 7.7.3 External 3.5-inch Drive 7-12 7.7.4 Hard Drive 7-14 7.8 Memory 7-17 7.9 Expansion Card 7-19 7.9.1 Expansion Card Retainer 7-19 7.10Power Supply 7-21 7.11Fan Shroud 7-22 7.12Front I/O Device 7-23 7.13Chassis Fan 7-24 7.14Power Switch Assembly 7-25 7.15Speaker 7-... 7.19.3Type 3 Battery Holder 7-35 A Connector Pin Assignments B Power Cord Set Requirements C POST Error Messages D Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics E System Board and Riser Board Reference Designators F Memory Index vi 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750
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...Configuration and Deployment" for information on setting, deleting, or bypassing the password. Refer to Appendix C, "POST Error Messages." Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 2-1 If POST finds an error in this chapter may be necessary when you add or remove hardware. ■ Determine if all ...2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST) POST is a series of diagnostic tests that the computer system is functioning properly: ■ Keyboard ■ Memory modules ■ All mass storage devices ■ Processors ■ Controllers ✎ If the Power-On Password is set or change the system ...
...Configuration and Deployment" for information on setting, deleting, or bypassing the password. Refer to Appendix C, "POST Error Messages." Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 2-1 If POST finds an error in this chapter may be necessary when you add or remove hardware. ■ Determine if all ...2.1 Power-On Self-Test (POST) POST is a series of diagnostic tests that the computer system is functioning properly: ■ Keyboard ■ Memory modules ■ All mass storage devices ■ Processors ■ Controllers ✎ If the Power-On Password is set or change the system ...
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... drive (when supported by drive). ■ Enable or disable DriveLock security (when supported by drive). 2-2 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.2 Computer Setup Utilities Use Computer Setup Utilities (F10) to change , or verify the system configuration, including ... the settings described in this computer. ■ Enable the power-on password prompt during system restarts (warm boots) as well as memory count, product name, and other non-error text messages. To manually switch to Post Messages Enabled during the Power-On Self-Test...
... drive (when supported by drive). ■ Enable or disable DriveLock security (when supported by drive). 2-2 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features 2.2 Computer Setup Utilities Use Computer Setup Utilities (F10) to change , or verify the system configuration, including ... the settings described in this computer. ■ Enable the power-on password prompt during system restarts (warm boots) as well as memory count, product name, and other non-error text messages. To manually switch to Post Messages Enabled during the Power-On Self-Test...
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...models) • Processor type/speed/stepping • Cache size (L1/L2) (dual core processors have this listed twice) • Installed memory size/speed and number of channels (single or dual) (if applicable) • Integrated MAC address for specific Computer Setup options may vary... depending on the hardware configuration. 2-4 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Apply Defaults and Exit Applies the currently selected default settings and clears any changes. Ignore Changes and Exit Exits Computer Setup ...
...models) • Processor type/speed/stepping • Cache size (L1/L2) (dual core processors have this listed twice) • Installed memory size/speed and number of channels (single or dual) (if applicable) • Integrated MAC address for specific Computer Setup options may vary... depending on the hardware configuration. 2-4 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Apply Defaults and Exit Applies the currently selected default settings and clears any changes. Ignore Changes and Exit Exits Computer Setup ...
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...the computer and perform hardware diagnostic tests on the computer are recognized by HP Insight Diagnostics. 2-14 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 This F10 option will be to have the NIC option ROM enabled. ✎ Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary ...is included on a diskette or USB HP Drive Key. The information in each screen of the computer. The NIC option ROM takes up memory space below 1MB commonly referred to a PXE server. Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features Heading Option Description Advanced* (continued) *For advanced users...
...the computer and perform hardware diagnostic tests on the computer are recognized by HP Insight Diagnostics. 2-14 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 This F10 option will be to have the NIC option ROM enabled. ✎ Support for specific Computer Setup options may vary ...is included on a diskette or USB HP Drive Key. The information in each screen of the computer. The NIC option ROM takes up memory space below 1MB commonly referred to a PXE server. Setup Utilities and Diagnostics Features Heading Option Description Advanced* (continued) *For advanced users...
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...the following categories of information to test your specific keyboard. 5. Refer to change the boot order in the selected category. This includes memory slots on the computer. 2. This list includes all categories of information about the computer. While the computer is recommended that the system ...to the optical drive before booting to access HP Insight Diagnostics. 1. Architecture-Provides system BIOS and PCI device information. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 2-15 In the View level field, you may need to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the computer. In...
...the following categories of information to test your specific keyboard. 5. Refer to change the boot order in the selected category. This includes memory slots on the computer. 2. This list includes all categories of information about the computer. While the computer is recommended that the system ...to the optical drive before booting to access HP Insight Diagnostics. 1. Architecture-Provides system BIOS and PCI device information. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 2-15 In the View level field, you may need to the Computer Setup (F10) Utility Guide on the computer. In...
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...; Monitor system health to fix problems before they occur ■ Automatically acquire and install drivers and BIOS updates without visiting each PC ■ Remotely configure BIOS and security settings ■ Automate processes to quickly resolve hardware problems Tight integration with HP Instant Support... ■ Active Chat-connect to HP customer support to resolve issues 3-4 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Capture detailed information about the processors, hard drives, memory, BIOS, drivers, and sensor information (such as Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS).
...; Monitor system health to fix problems before they occur ■ Automatically acquire and install drivers and BIOS updates without visiting each PC ■ Remotely configure BIOS and security settings ■ Automate processes to quickly resolve hardware problems Tight integration with HP Instant Support... ■ Active Chat-connect to HP customer support to resolve issues 3-4 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Capture detailed information about the processors, hard drives, memory, BIOS, drivers, and sensor information (such as Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS).
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...console. This is important to ensure the operating integrity of , and greater control over, HP PC BIOS images over the network. CAUTION: For maximum ROM protection, be shipping on remote HP ... password prevents unauthorized ROM upgrades. It also results in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). Should you need or want to upgrade the BIOS, you may download the latest BIOS ... product tips, feature articles, and/or driver and support alerts/notifications. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 3-7 To learn more information, visit http://www.hp.com/go/ssm. 3.4.1 Remote...
...console. This is important to ensure the operating integrity of , and greater control over, HP PC BIOS images over the network. CAUTION: For maximum ROM protection, be shipping on remote HP ... password prevents unauthorized ROM upgrades. It also results in a programmable flash ROM (read only memory). Should you need or want to upgrade the BIOS, you may download the latest BIOS ... product tips, feature articles, and/or driver and support alerts/notifications. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 3-7 To learn more information, visit http://www.hp.com/go/ssm. 3.4.1 Remote...
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... models only and will appear only if a power-on password is a Windows-based component of ProtectTools that the setup password be entered to the system. Memory Change and Smart Cover Sensor alerts can protect valuable data assets. Smart Cover Allows you to Factory Settings. ✎ For more information about Computer Setup...
... models only and will appear only if a power-on password is a Windows-based component of ProtectTools that the setup password be entered to the system. Memory Change and Smart Cover Sensor alerts can protect valuable data assets. Smart Cover Allows you to Factory Settings. ✎ For more information about Computer Setup...
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...access to access the utility. 3. Before exiting, Select File > Save Changes and Exit. 3-18 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Security Loop Provision Inhibits access to the interior of the computer to know the power-on password. A network-wide setup password ... administrator. Install a lock in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. Desktop Management Mechanical Security Features Feature Purpose Memory Change Alerts Detects when memory modules have been added, moved, or removed; Cable Lock Provision Inhibits access to the interior of the computer to a fixed...
...access to access the utility. 3. Before exiting, Select File > Save Changes and Exit. 3-18 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Security Loop Provision Inhibits access to the interior of the computer to know the power-on password. A network-wide setup password ... administrator. Install a lock in Windows, click Start > Shut Down > Restart. 2. Desktop Management Mechanical Security Features Feature Purpose Memory Change Alerts Detects when memory modules have been added, moved, or removed; Cable Lock Provision Inhibits access to the interior of the computer to a fixed...
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...■ When folding a flat ribbon cable, never fold to the cable end of expansion cards or memory modules. A sharp bend can break the internal wires. ■ Never bend a SATA data cable tighter... than a 30 mm (1.18 in a failed power supply. 6-8 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Sharp creases may damage the wires. ■ Some flat ribbon cables come prefolded. NEVER pull on... the top of the retaining latch attached to a sharp crease. Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.6 Cable Management Always follow these are not designed to lay properly by ...
...■ When folding a flat ribbon cable, never fold to the cable end of expansion cards or memory modules. A sharp bend can break the internal wires. ■ Never bend a SATA data cable tighter... than a 30 mm (1.18 in a failed power supply. 6-8 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Sharp creases may damage the wires. ■ Some flat ribbon cables come prefolded. NEVER pull on... the top of the retaining latch attached to a sharp crease. Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.6 Cable Management Always follow these are not designed to lay properly by ...
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Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.7 Memory Ä CAUTION: The memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that the module is turned on the memory socket. Refer to install a memory module in the closed position 3. Doing so may be easier to Section 5.2, "Electrostatic Discharge Information" for disassembly (Section 6.1). 2. Refer to Appendix F, "Memory...handling a memory module, be installed in contact with each other. To reassemble the computer, reverse the removal procedure. 6-10 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Removal ...
Microtower (MT) Chassis 6.7 Memory Ä CAUTION: The memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. Before beginning these procedures, ensure that the module is turned on the memory socket. Refer to install a memory module in the closed position 3. Doing so may be easier to Section 5.2, "Electrostatic Discharge Information" for disassembly (Section 6.1). 2. Refer to Appendix F, "Memory...handling a memory module, be installed in contact with each other. To reassemble the computer, reverse the removal procedure. 6-10 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Removal ...
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...; Do not rely on the system board, always follow these are not designed to take excessive pressure on the top of expansion cards or memory modules. Grasp the cable end of the connector 1. 2. Pulling on the cable. Always position the cables to the operation of movable or ...internal wires. ■ Never bend a SATA data cable tighter than a 30 mm (1.18 in a failed power supply. 7-6 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Squeeze on them. ■ Keep cables clear of the computer. Sharp creases may damage the wires. ■ Some flat ribbon cables come prefolded. Small ...
...; Do not rely on the system board, always follow these are not designed to take excessive pressure on the top of expansion cards or memory modules. Grasp the cable end of the connector 1. 2. Pulling on the cable. Always position the cables to the operation of movable or ...internal wires. ■ Never bend a SATA data cable tighter than a 30 mm (1.18 in a failed power supply. 7-6 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Squeeze on them. ■ Keep cables clear of the computer. Sharp creases may damage the wires. ■ Some flat ribbon cables come prefolded. Small ...
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...memory module, be careful not to touch any of the contacts. Remove the access panel(Section 7.3). 3. Doing so may damage the module. 1. Refer to Appendix F, "Memory" for the correct sequence for installing memory...memory module sockets. 6. Removal and Replacement Procedures- When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory...Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis 7.8 Memory Ä CAUTION: The memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. Open...procedures, ensure that you are discharged of the memory module socket 1, and insert the memory module into the socket 2. Remove the front...
...memory module, be careful not to touch any of the contacts. Remove the access panel(Section 7.3). 3. Doing so may damage the module. 1. Refer to Appendix F, "Memory" for the correct sequence for installing memory...memory module sockets. 6. Removal and Replacement Procedures- When upgrading the memory, it is important to use memory...Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis 7.8 Memory Ä CAUTION: The memory module sockets have gold metal contacts. Open...procedures, ensure that you are discharged of the memory module socket 1, and insert the memory module into the socket 2. Remove the front...
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..., ensuring that you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to install. ✎ The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory when the computer is fully inserted and properly seated. To reassemble the computer, reverse the removal procedure. ✎ If you want ...to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. 7-18 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for any additional modules that the module is turned on the memory socket. 7. Make sure the latches are in only one way. Removal and Replacement Procedures-
..., ensuring that you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to install. ✎ The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory when the computer is fully inserted and properly seated. To reassemble the computer, reverse the removal procedure. ✎ If you want ...to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor. 7-18 437963-001 Service Reference Guide, dc5750 Repeat steps 4 and 5 for any additional modules that the module is turned on the memory socket. 7. Make sure the latches are in only one way. Removal and Replacement Procedures-
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Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 7.1). 2. Remove the fan shroud (Section 7.11). 4. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 7-23 Rotate the optical drive retainer to its upright position to the chassis 1. 7. Remove the access panel (Section ...I /O device into the chassis 2 and disconnect the cables from the system board. Removal and Replacement Procedures- Push the front I /O device to access the memory module sockets. 6. Remove the optical drive (Section 7.7.2). 5. Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis 7.12 Front I /O device, reverse the removal procedure. To reinstall ...
Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 7.1). 2. Remove the fan shroud (Section 7.11). 4. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 7-23 Rotate the optical drive retainer to its upright position to the chassis 1. 7. Remove the access panel (Section ...I /O device into the chassis 2 and disconnect the cables from the system board. Removal and Replacement Procedures- Push the front I /O device to access the memory module sockets. 6. Remove the optical drive (Section 7.7.2). 5. Small Form Factor (SFF) Chassis 7.12 Front I /O device, reverse the removal procedure. To reinstall ...
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.... 7. After the alcohol has evaporated, apply thermal grease to the top of the drive cage or power supply. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 7-31 Removal and Replacement Procedures- Remove all data and power cables from the syringe supplied in the spares kit. To install...fan shroud from the chassis 2. Disconnect all PCI and PCI Express expansion boards (Section 7.9). 4. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 7.1). 2. Remove all memory modules (Section 7.8). 8. Remove the optical drive (Section 7.7.2). 6. Remove the power supply (Section 7.10). 10.
.... 7. After the alcohol has evaporated, apply thermal grease to the top of the drive cage or power supply. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 7-31 Removal and Replacement Procedures- Remove all data and power cables from the syringe supplied in the spares kit. To install...fan shroud from the chassis 2. Disconnect all PCI and PCI Express expansion boards (Section 7.9). 4. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 7.1). 2. Remove all memory modules (Section 7.8). 8. Remove the optical drive (Section 7.7.2). 6. Remove the power supply (Section 7.10). 10.
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...prevent PXE option ROM for Option ROMs Recently added PCI expansion card contains an option ROM too large to download during POST to free more memory for an expansion card's option ROM. C POST Error Messages POST Error Messages An error message results if the Power-On Self-Test (... it and see if the problem remains. 2. Not all computers use all of Memory setting in Computer Setup is enabled. If a PCI expansion card was recently added, remove it to a PXE server. 3. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 C-1 If the message disappears, there may be a problem with the ...
...prevent PXE option ROM for Option ROMs Recently added PCI expansion card contains an option ROM too large to download during POST to free more memory for an expansion card's option ROM. C POST Error Messages POST Error Messages An error message results if the Power-On Self-Test (... it and see if the problem remains. 2. Not all computers use all of Memory setting in Computer Setup is enabled. If a PCI expansion card was recently added, remove it to a PXE server. 3. Service Reference Guide, dc5750 437963-001 C-1 If the message disappears, there may be a problem with the ...