HP S7300CL - Manual (Page 5)

Upgrading and Servicing Guide 1
upgrading and servicing
the pc
This guide describes procedures for accessing the
internal parts of the PC and installing components.
NOTE: The procedures for the S0000 and 8000
series models are the same except where noted.
IN
8000 series model and S0000 series model
preparing the pc
Before you upgrade any component in your PC, you
need to prepare the PC so that you can safely handle
it and the components.
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage
the electronic components of the PC or
optional equipment. Ensure that you are
discharged of static electricity by briefly
touching a grounded metal object.
1 Remove any diskette or optical disc (CD or DVD)
from the PC.
2 Click the Start button, and then click Turn Off
Computer. Click Turn Off to turn the PC off.
3 Disconnect the modem/telephone cable, if present.
4 Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet
(1) and then from the PC (2).
disconnecting the power cord
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal
injury from electrical shock and hot
surfaces, disconnect the power cord from
the wall outlet, and allow the internal
system components to cool before
touching.
5 Disconnect all external devices connected to
the PC.
6 Lay the PC on its side with the access panel
(the side with the pull grip) facing up.
7 Remove the access panel by loosening the screw(s)
(1) that secure the access panel to the PC chassis.
Slide the access panel back (2) about 1 inch (2.5
cm), and then lift it up and off the unit.
removing the pc access panel on the S0000
series
model
WARNING: Beware of sharp edges
inside the chassis.