User manual HP TOUCHSMART 300-1115 UPGRADING AND SERVICING GUIDE

[. . . ] 12 Computer Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Removing the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Installing a New Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive . . . . . [. . . ] 9 Use your fingers to press outwards on the tabs on the left and right sides of a memory card to release it. 7 Use a torx or flat-head screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the right cover. 10 Hold the card by its edges, and remove it from the compartment. 8 Slide the right cover off. 584963-001 -- Upgrading or Replacing Memory 7 Installing a New Memory Card 1 Orient the new card so that the notch on the edge of the card faces forward and is on the right. 4 Slide the right cover into place. 2 Holding the card by its edges, slide it all the way into the slot. 5 Replace the right cover screw. 3 Gently push downward on the card to snap it into place. 6 Reconnect any cables that were disconnected for this procedure. 8 584963-001 -- Upgrading or Replacing Memory 7 Plug the power cord into the back of the computer and then into the power source. Troubleshooting [This section needs to be verified and/or modified for M5. It was copied from Amazon. ] If the computer displays a memory error after you have turned it back on, check the following: Turn the computer off and unplug the power cord, then open up the memory compartment and make sure the memory card is firmly seated. To install it correctly, make sure it inserted all the way into the compartment and then push down on it to snap it into place. Verify that the memory installed is compatible with this computer. SO-DIMMs are small outline dual inline memory modules. They are smaller and thinner than most other DIMMs, so that they take less space in the case. SO-DIMM modules must meet the following requirements: 200-pin DDR2-DIMM PC2-4200 (533 MHz) DDR2-SDRAM or PC25300 (667 MHz) DDR2-SDRAM Unbuffered, non-ECC (64-bit) DIMMs 1. 8 V memory only 4. 0 GB maximum installable memory. Actual available memory that can be used in Windows will be less. Because the memory uses dual channels, you should use the same DIMM type for both sockets. 8 Return the computer to the upright position and turn on the computer. 584963-001 -- Upgrading or Replacing Memory 9 10 584963-001 -- Upgrading or Replacing Memory HP Touchsmart300 PC Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive 5 - 10 minutes Before You Begin Observe the following requirements before removing and replacing the hard disk drive. 3 Unplug the computer by disconnecting the power cord from the back of the computer. Tools Needed Torx or flat screwdriver - medum-sized tip CAUTION: Static electricity can damage the electronic components inside the computer. Discharge static electricity by touching the metal cage of the computer before touching any internal parts or electronic components. WARNING: Never open the cover with the power cord attached or power applied. Avoid touching sharp edges inside the computer. 4 Unplug all attached cables from the back of the computer. 5 Set down a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the screen from scratches or other damage. [. . . ] 9 Loosen the screw at the back of the CD/DVD drive cage. TIP: You do not need to remove this screw, only loosen it in order to release the CD/DVD drive cage. 7 Use a torx or flat-head screwdriver to remove the screw that secures the left cover. 10 Grasp the tab at the top of the CD/DVD drive cage, and slide it in the direction of the arrow to disengage the CD/DVD drive cage. 8 Slide the left cover off. 584963-001 -- Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive 19 1 Disconnect the cable on the right-hand side of the 1 CD/DVD drive cage. 13 Slide the CD/DVD drive forward to remove it from the cage. 12 Use the small Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws that secure the CD/DVD drive in the cage. [. . . ]