Compaq dc5800 - Microtower PC Reference Guide

ReadyBoost Card
A ReadyBoost card is installed on the system board. A 10-pin connector, as well as a separate post,
secures the ReadyBoost card to the system board.
You can use two different methods to remove the ReadyBoost card. If replacing only the card, you can
remove the card from the system board but leave the post in place. If replacing the card and post, you
must remove the system board and then loosen the post from the bottom side of the system board before
removing the card.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 61).
2. Remove the computer access panel (
Computer Access Panel on page 66).
3. Disconnect the main power cable from the system board and push it aside.
4. Use tweezers or a small needle-nose pliers to compress the locking tip on the plastic standoff that
secures the ReadyBoost module and then carefully lift the back edge of the module until it releases.
To install the ReadyBoost card:
NOTE: If you are installing a ReadyBoost module for the first time, insert the plastic standoff into the
mounting hole provided on the system board.
1. Align the ReadyBoost module with the connector on the system board and the locking tip on the
standoff.
2. Push down until the module is securely in place.
3. Connect the main power cable to the system board.
94 Chapter 7 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis

Compaq dc5800 - Microtower PC Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Core 2 Duo, Intel Pentium Dual-Core, Intel Celeron
Memory	Up to 8 GB DDR2 SDRAM
Graphics	Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3100
Optical Drive	DVD-ROM, DVD+/-RW
Form Factor	Microtower
Expansion Slots	1 PCI, 2 PCIe x1, 1 PCIe x16
Audio	Integrated High Definition Audio
Network	Integrated Gigabit Ethernet
Ports	VGA, Serial, Parallel, PS/2, Audio in/out
Operating System	Windows Vista Business, Windows XP Professional
Power Supply	300W
USB Ports	8 USB 2.0 (2 front, 6 rear)