Compaq dc5800 - Microtower PC Hardware Reference Guide

Removing the Front Bezel
1. Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.
2. Remove all removable media, such as diskettes or compact discs, 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. Press outward on the two latches on the right side of the bezel and the single latch on the left side
of the bezel (1) to release the bottom of the bezel, then swing the bottom of the bezel away from
the chassis (2) to release the top of the bezel.
Figure 2-3 Removing the Front Bezel
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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)