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General| Brand | Hewlett-Packard |
|---|---|
| Model | Elite 8300 |
| Category | Desktop |
| Language | English |
Overview of hardware and software features, may vary by model.
Details of the front panel components for the CMT model.
Details of the front panel components for the MT model.
Details of the front panel components for the SFF model.
Details of the front panel components for the USDT model.
Details of the rear panel components for the CMT model.
Details of the rear panel components for the MT model.
Details of the rear panel components for the SFF model.
Details of the rear panel components for the USDT model.
Information on where to find the serial and product ID numbers.
Steps for automatically installing the OS and important cautions.
Instructions for updating Windows via Internet Explorer.
How to install drivers for optional hardware after OS installation.
Adjusting monitor settings like resolution and refresh rate in Windows.
Using Windows XP Mode for running XP applications.
Locating and using disk image files for software installation.
Lists functions like changing defaults, setting date/time, and configuring system settings.
Step-by-step guide on how to access and navigate the Computer Setup menu.
Options related to system information, ROM updates, and saving/restoring configurations.
Settings for device configuration, translation modes, SATA emulation, and boot order.
Options for setting passwords, device security, slot security, and network boot.
Settings for OS and hardware power management, including sleep states and fan control.
Advanced settings for power-on options, BIOS, device options, and AMT configuration.
Procedure to restore system configuration using saved settings.
Lists spare parts for the CMT chassis, including system components.
Lists various cables and their spare part numbers.
Lists miscellaneous spare parts such as fans, sensors, and locks.
Lists hard drives and optical drives with their spare part numbers.
Lists spare parts by their part number for cross-referencing.
Information on preventing damage from static electricity.
Explains how different activities generate static electricity and its relation to humidity.
Precautions to prevent damage to electronic components from ESD.
Equipment and methods for preventing static electricity damage.
Precautions for preventing static damage at the work area.
List of recommended materials and equipment for static prevention.
Guidelines to prevent overheating and prolong computer life.
General information on routine care and cleaning procedures.
Safety precautions before cleaning computer components.
Procedures for cleaning the computer case.
Procedures for cleaning the keyboard keys and body.
Procedures for cleaning the monitor screen and body.
Procedure for cleaning the mouse ball and body.
General considerations during computer disassembly and assembly.
Information about the variable-speed power supply fan.
List of tools and software needed for computer servicing.
Important considerations regarding computer screws and their interchangeability.
Handling instructions for flat, flexible cables used in the computer.
Handling instructions for hard drives as delicate components.
Information about the computer's real-time clock battery and its risks.
Characteristics and specifications of Serial ATA hard drives.
Guidelines for handling SATA data cables to prevent damage.
Information on Self Monitoring Analysis and Recording Technology drives.
Practices for managing cables inside the computer.
Explanation of drive partition size limits based on file system and OS.
Initial safety procedures and steps before disassembling the computer.
Procedure for removing and installing the computer access panel.
Procedure for removing and installing the front bezel.
Steps for installing or retrieving the front bezel security screw.
Procedure for removing bezel blanks from the subpanel.
Identifies system board connectors for various components.
Information about memory modules and compatibility.
Details on DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs and their specifications.
Specific requirements for DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs.
Guidance on installing DIMMs in single, dual, or flex modes for optimal performance.
Step-by-step instructions for installing memory modules into DIMM sockets.
Lists available expansion slots and compatible cards.
Procedure to open the expansion slot retainer for card installation.
Steps to remove the expansion slot cover.
How to remove standard PCI or PCI Express x1 cards.
Steps to remove PCI Express x16 cards.
Instructions for installing an expansion card into the system board.
Identifies the locations of drive bays for optical and hard drives.
Procedure to remove optical drives and hard drives from their bays.
Steps to remove a 5.25-inch drive from the desktop bay.
Steps to remove a 5.25-inch drive from the minitower bay.
Steps to remove a hard drive from the lower internal bays.
Steps to remove a hard drive from the upper internal bay.
Guidelines for connecting SATA drives, optical drives, and media card readers.
Illustration showing locations of extra guide screws for drive installation.
Steps for installing a 5.25-inch drive into a Minitower or Desktop bay.
Steps for installing a 3.5-inch hard drive into internal bays.
How to install isolation mounting guide screws for 3.5-inch hard drives.
How to install standard guide screws for drives in the upper bay.
Procedure for sliding a hard drive into the lower bays.
Procedure for sliding a hard drive into the upper bay and securing it.
Procedure for removing and installing the hood sensor.
Procedure for removing and installing the front I/O and USB assembly.
Illustration showing removal of the front I/O, USB, power switch assembly.
Procedure for removing and installing the power switch and LED assembly.
Procedure for removing and installing the internal speaker.
Procedure for removing and installing the rear chassis fan.
Procedure for removing and installing the fan sink.
Illustration showing how to loosen fan sink screws.
Lists different Intel processors and their part numbers.
Lists power supply options and their part numbers.
Lists system board part number and components to transfer.
Steps to convert a Minitower chassis to a Desktop configuration.
Illustration showing drive installation in a desktop configuration.
Steps to convert a Desktop chassis to a Minitower configuration.
Initial safety procedures and steps before disassembling the MT chassis.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT computer access panel.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT front bezel.
Steps for installing the MT front bezel security screw.
Procedure for removing bezel blanks from the MT chassis.
Information about MT memory modules and compatibility.
Details on DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs and their specifications for MT.
Specific requirements for DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs for MT.
Guidance on installing DIMMs in MT sockets for optimal performance.
Step-by-step instructions for installing memory modules into MT DIMM sockets.
Lists compatible expansion cards for MT chassis.
Procedure to open the expansion slot retainer for MT card installation.
Steps to remove the expansion slot cover for MT.
How to remove standard PCI or PCI Express x1 cards from MT.
Steps to remove PCI Express x16 cards from MT.
Instructions for installing an expansion card into MT system board.
Identifies MT system board connectors for various components.
Lists drives and their spare part numbers for MT chassis.
Identifies MT drive bay locations.
Procedure to remove drives from MT chassis bays.
Procedure to remove a hard drive from an MT chassis bay.
How to install guide screws for 3.5-inch drives in MT.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT front fan assembly.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT front I/O assembly.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT power switch/LED assembly.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT heat sink.
Lists Intel processors and their part numbers for MT chassis.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT speaker.
Procedure for removing and installing the MT rear chassis fan.
Lists power supply options and part numbers for MT.
Lists MT system board part number and components to transfer.
Initial safety procedures and steps before disassembling the SFF chassis.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF computer access panel.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF front bezel.
Steps for installing the SFF front bezel security screw.
Procedure for removing bezel blanks from the SFF chassis.
Information about SFF memory modules and compatibility.
Details on DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs and their specifications for SFF.
Specific requirements for DDR3-SDRAM DIMMs for SFF.
Guidance on installing DIMMs in SFF sockets for optimal performance.
Step-by-step instructions for installing memory modules into SFF DIMM sockets.
Lists compatible expansion cards for SFF chassis.
Procedure to open the expansion slot retainer for SFF card installation.
Steps to remove the expansion slot cover for SFF.
How to remove standard PCI or PCI Express x1 cards from SFF.
Steps to remove PCI Express x16 cards from SFF.
Instructions for installing an expansion card into SFF system board.
Identifies SFF system board connectors for various components.
Lists drives and their spare part numbers for SFF chassis.
Identifies SFF drive bay locations.
Guidelines for installing and removing drives in SFF chassis.
Procedure to remove a 5.25-inch drive from an SFF chassis bay.
Steps for installing a 5.25-inch drive into an SFF chassis bay.
Procedure to remove a 3.5-inch drive from an SFF chassis bay.
Illustration showing guide screws for optical drives in SFF.
Steps to remove and replace the primary 3.5-inch internal hard drive in SFF.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF fan duct.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF front fan assembly.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF hood sensor.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF front I/O and power switch assembly.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF speaker.
Procedure for removing and installing the SFF heat sink.
Lists Intel processors and their part numbers for SFF chassis.
Lists power supply options and part numbers for SFF.
Lists SFF system board part number and components to transfer.
Initial safety procedures and steps before disassembling the USDT chassis.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT computer access panel.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT front bezel.
Steps for installing the USDT front bezel security screw.
Procedure for removing bezel blanks from the USDT chassis.
Identifies USDT system board connectors for various components.
Information about USDT memory modules (SODIMMs) and compatibility.
Details on DDR3-SDRAM SODIMMs and their specifications for USDT.
Specific requirements for DDR3-SDRAM SODIMMs for USDT.
Guidance on installing SODIMMs in USDT sockets for optimal performance.
Step-by-step instructions for installing memory modules into USDT SODIMM sockets.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT front fan.
Information about the USDT slimline SATA optical drive.
Procedure to remove the optical drive from the USDT chassis.
Steps to attach the release latch to a new optical drive.
Instructions for installing a new optical drive into the USDT chassis.
Lists SATA hard drives and their spare part numbers for USDT.
Steps to unlock the hard drive carrier.
Steps to remove the hard drive carrier from the chassis.
Illustration showing removal of guide screws from the hard drive carrier.
Steps to slide the hard drive into its carrier.
Steps to secure the hard drive in the carrier with guide screws.
Procedure for installing the hard drive carrier into the chassis.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT optical drive rail.
Steps to remove the optical drive rail.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT card reader.
Illustration showing removal of the card reader screw.
Steps to pull the card reader from the chassis.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT speaker.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT heat sink.
Lists Intel processors and their part numbers for USDT chassis.
Steps to carefully lift the processor from its socket.
Steps for securing the heat sink after processor installation.
Procedures for removing front and rear antennas.
Procedure for removing and replacing the AMD Radeon HD 7650A graphics board.
Illustration showing graphics board heat sink screws.
Lists USDT system board part number and components to transfer.
Steps to remove the system board from the USDT chassis.
Procedure for removing and installing the USDT rear fan.
Procedures for removing front and rear antennas.
Steps to remove the front antenna from inside the chassis.
Steps to remove the rear antenna from outside the chassis.
Steps to pull the rear antenna through the chassis hole.
Steps to orient and place the SFF computer in a tower stand.
Procedure for installing and removing the optional rear port cover.
Information about the USDT external power supply.
Guidelines for establishing a safe and comfortable work environment.
Steps to isolate problems before contacting HP support.
General suggestions for troubleshooting computer, monitor, or software issues.
Easily resolvable general computer problems and their solutions.
Solutions for audio issues like low volume or no sound.
Troubleshooting steps for locked smart cover or access panel issues.
Common causes and solutions for slow computer performance.
Solutions for performance issues caused by too many running applications.
Tips for improving graphics performance with demanding applications.
Troubleshooting for processor thermal protection issues causing automatic shutdown.
Solutions for issues where the computer fails to power on or display activity.
Common causes and solutions for intermittent power supply shutdowns.
Troubleshooting for power failure due to overload or incorrect adapter.
Common causes and solutions for diskette drive issues.
Solutions for diskettes that cannot be written to.
Troubleshooting for errors during diskette formatting.
Solutions for directory or file problems on diskettes.
Solutions for diskette drives that fail to read diskettes.
Solutions for the "Invalid system disk" error message.
Troubleshooting for issues preventing booting from a diskette.
Common causes and solutions for hard drive errors.
Solutions for hard disks with bad sectors or drive failure.
Solutions for problems with directory structure or file integrity.
Troubleshooting for drives that are not recognized by the system.
Solutions for issues preventing the computer from booting from the hard drive.
Solutions for when the computer is unresponsive.
Troubleshooting for lack of power to a removable hard drive enclosure.
Solutions for when the computer does not recognize the removable hard drive.
Troubleshooting fan failure alarms on removable hard drive enclosures.
Common causes and solutions for media card reader issues.
Solutions for media card compatibility issues after formatting.
Troubleshooting write-protection errors on media cards.
Solutions for media cards that cannot be written to.
Solutions for issues accessing data on inserted media cards.
Steps for safely ejecting a media card using computer software.
Troubleshooting unrecognized media card readers after installation.
Solutions for preventing the computer from booting from inserted media cards.
Common causes and solutions for display issues with monitors.
Explains limitations on display outputs with specific configurations.
Troubleshooting steps for a blank monitor screen.
Solutions for incompatible monitor settings in the computer.
How to select the correct input source for the monitor.
Troubleshooting for pre-video memory errors indicated by LED codes.
Troubleshooting for pre-video graphics errors indicated by LED codes.
Troubleshooting for system board failures indicated by LED codes.
Solutions for monitor issues with energy saver features.
Troubleshooting for dim monitor display characters.
Solutions for blurry video or resolution setting issues.
Troubleshooting for distorted video display issues.
Instructions on how to degauss a monitor.
Troubleshooting for "No Connection" errors related to signal cables.
Solutions for "Out of Range" display errors due to unsupported settings.
Explains normal degaussing coil activation in CRT monitors.
Explains normal relay activation in CRT monitors.
Solutions for high-pitched noise from flat panel monitors.
Troubleshooting for fuzzy focus and display anomalies on flat panel monitors.
Solutions for issues related to graphics card seating or failure.
Solutions for incorrect display of typed symbols due to font issues.
Common causes and solutions for computer audio issues.
Troubleshooting steps for intermittent audio playback.
Solutions for no sound from speakers or headphones.
Steps to resume the computer from standby mode.
How to enable the internal speaker in Computer Setup.
Ensuring the correct audio device is selected for applications.
Making sure applications select the correct audio output device.
Setting the correct default audio device in the operating system.
Solutions for unclear or muffled headphone audio.
Troubleshooting for computer lock-ups during audio recording.
Common causes and solutions for printer issues.
Troubleshooting steps when the printer fails to print.
Solutions for printers producing garbled output.
Troubleshooting steps when the printer is offline.
Common causes and solutions for keyboard and mouse issues.
Troubleshooting for unrecognized keyboard input.
Solutions for unresponsive programs affecting keyboard input.
Information on keyboard repair.
Steps to resume the computer from standby mode.
Troubleshooting for arrow key issues, possibly related to Num Lock.
Troubleshooting steps for mouse responsiveness issues.
Solutions for unresponsive programs affecting mouse input.
Instructions for cleaning the mouse's internal components.
Information on mouse repair.
Steps to resume the computer from standby mode.
Troubleshooting for jerky or restricted mouse movement.
Solutions for wireless keyboard/mouse issues like lagging or no function.
How to reconfigure the computer when adding or removing hardware.
Troubleshooting steps for unrecognized devices.
Troubleshooting steps when the computer fails to start after hardware installation.
Troubleshooting memory installation errors indicated by LED codes.
Troubleshooting graphics card or system board issues indicated by LED codes.
Troubleshooting bad option cards indicated by LED codes.
Common causes and solutions for network connectivity issues.
Solutions for issues with the Wake-on-LAN feature.
Troubleshooting steps when the network driver is not detected.
Troubleshooting when the network status light does not flash.
Solutions when diagnostic tests report a failure.
Troubleshooting network communication issues after diagnostics pass.
Solutions for network controller issues after adding expansion boards.
Solutions for network controller issues when an expansion board is added.
Troubleshooting for network controller issues without an obvious cause.
Solutions for new network cards failing to boot.
Troubleshooting remote system installation connection issues.
Solutions for unprogrammed EEPROM errors reported by system setup.
Common causes and solutions for computer memory issues.
Troubleshooting memory installation errors.
Troubleshooting memory installation or module defects indicated by LED codes.
Solutions for "Out of memory" errors during application execution.
Troubleshooting incorrect memory counts detected during POST.
Solutions for insufficient memory errors during system operation.
Common causes and solutions for processor issues.
Troubleshooting steps when the processor is overheating.
Troubleshooting processor seating or installation errors indicated by LED codes.
Troubleshooting processor compatibility issues indicated by LED codes.
Common causes and solutions for CD-ROM and DVD drive issues.
Troubleshooting issues preventing booting from optical drives.
Solutions for optical drives not being found by the system.
Troubleshooting for undetected optical drives or missing drivers.
Solutions for problems playing movies in the DVD drive.
Common causes and solutions for USB flash drive issues.
Troubleshooting when USB flash drives are not assigned drive letters.
Solutions for USB flash drives not being recognized by the computer.
Troubleshooting issues preventing booting from USB flash drives.
Solutions for the computer booting to DOS after using a bootable flash drive.
Common causes and solutions for front panel device issues.
Troubleshooting for unrecognized front panel USB devices or audio jacks.
How to enable USB ports in Computer Setup.
Common causes and solutions for Internet connectivity issues.
Troubleshooting steps for inability to connect to the Internet.
Solutions for improperly configured IP addresses.
Steps to clear corrupted browser cookies in Windows.
Solutions for Internet programs that do not launch automatically.
Common causes and solutions for software-related issues.
Troubleshooting for boot failures before the HP logo screen.
Solutions for boot failures after the HP logo screen.
Solutions for "Illegal Operation" errors due to software or configuration issues.
Covers POST errors with numeric codes and text messages.
Solutions for ROM checksum errors related to system or expansion boards.
Solutions for system board failures involving DMA or timers.
Troubleshooting PCI expansion cards with large option ROMs.
Solutions for incorrect system configuration.
Solutions for invalid time or date.
Troubleshooting memory size errors.
Solutions for RAM failures.
Troubleshooting incompatible memory modules.
Warning about non-optimized DIMM configurations.
Solutions for unsupported ECC memory modules.
Troubleshooting keyboard failures.
Solutions for keyboard controller errors.
Troubleshooting keyboard or system unit errors.
Solutions for graphics display controller failures.
Solutions for flash screen image errors.
Troubleshooting CPU fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting chassis fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting front chassis fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting CPU or chassis fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting power supply fan detection issues.
Solutions for diskette controller or floppy drive circuitry errors.
Troubleshooting mismatch in diskette drive type.
Solutions for unreliable integrated graphics controller display cache.
Note for when the computer cover was removed.
Solutions for detached or unseated front audio harness.
Solutions for detached or unseated front USB harness.
Troubleshooting incompatibilities with PCI Express slots.
Solutions for serial port address conflicts.
Solutions for serial port B address conflicts.
Solutions for serial port address conflicts with IRQs.
Solutions for imminent hard drive failure warnings.
Solutions for improperly attached SATA devices.
Troubleshooting SATA Drivelock issues in RAID mode.
Solutions for processor incompatibility with ROM BIOS.
Troubleshooting memory errors during MEBx download.
Troubleshooting MEBx module checksum errors.
Troubleshooting MEBx cleanup errors.
Solutions for setup failures during MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting BIOS information transfer failures to MEBx.
Troubleshooting hardware errors during MEBx communication.
Troubleshooting general errors in MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting ME errors during MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting AMT errors during MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting HECI errors during MEBx execution.
Solutions for ME firmware image lock failures after update.
Troubleshooting ME firmware image unlock failures.
Solutions for missing electronic serial numbers.
Common causes and solutions for software-related issues.
Troubleshooting for boot failures before the HP logo screen.
Solutions for boot failures after the HP logo screen.
Solutions for "Illegal Operation" errors due to software or configuration issues.
Covers POST errors with numeric codes and text messages.
Solutions for ROM checksum errors related to system or expansion boards.
Solutions for system board failures involving DMA or timers.
Troubleshooting PCI expansion cards with large option ROMs.
Solutions for incorrect system configuration.
Solutions for invalid time or date.
Troubleshooting memory size errors.
Solutions for RAM failures.
Troubleshooting incompatible memory modules.
Warning about non-optimized DIMM configurations.
Solutions for unsupported ECC memory modules.
Troubleshooting keyboard failures.
Solutions for keyboard controller errors.
Troubleshooting keyboard or system unit errors.
Solutions for graphics display controller failures.
Solutions for flash screen image errors.
Troubleshooting CPU fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting chassis fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting front chassis fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting CPU or chassis fan detection issues.
Troubleshooting power supply fan detection issues.
Solutions for diskette controller or floppy drive circuitry errors.
Troubleshooting mismatch in diskette drive type.
Solutions for unreliable integrated graphics controller display cache.
Note for when the computer cover was removed.
Solutions for detached or unseated front audio harness.
Solutions for detached or unseated front USB harness.
Troubleshooting incompatibilities with PCI Express slots.
Solutions for serial port address conflicts.
Solutions for serial port B address conflicts.
Solutions for serial port address conflicts with IRQs.
Solutions for imminent hard drive failure warnings.
Solutions for improperly attached SATA devices.
Troubleshooting SATA Drivelock issues in RAID mode.
Solutions for processor incompatibility with ROM BIOS.
Troubleshooting memory errors during MEBx download.
Troubleshooting MEBx module checksum errors.
Troubleshooting MEBx cleanup errors.
Solutions for setup failures during MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting BIOS information transfer failures to MEBx.
Troubleshooting hardware errors during MEBx communication.
Troubleshooting general errors in MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting ME errors during MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting AMT errors during MEBx execution.
Troubleshooting HECI errors during MEBx execution.
Solutions for ME firmware image lock failures after update.
Troubleshooting ME firmware image unlock failures.
Solutions for missing electronic serial numbers.
Common causes and solutions for software-related issues.
Troubleshooting for boot failures before the HP logo screen.
Solutions for boot failures after the HP logo screen.
Solutions for "Illegal Operation" errors due to software or configuration issues.
Steps to disable or clear power-on and setup passwords using a jumper.
Procedure to reset CMOS values to factory defaults using the CMOS button.
Options for backing up data, creating system images, and repair discs.
Guidance on creating system repair discs and initial backups.
Tools to recover files in case of system failure.
Using Windows Backup and Restore or Startup Repair.
Procedure for performing a System Recovery using F11 key.
Steps to initiate recovery using a Windows 7 DVD.
Instructions for replacing the computer's internal lithium coin cell battery.
Instructions for replacing a Type 1 coin cell battery.
Instructions for replacing a Type 2 coin cell battery.
Instructions for replacing a Type 3 coin cell battery.
Procedure for removing and replacing a removable SATA hard drive.
Steps to remove the carrier cover of a removable hard drive.
Steps to remove the thermal sensor from the hard drive.
Illustration showing removal of security screws from the hard drive carrier.
Steps to disconnect and remove the hard drive from its carrier.
Steps to seat the hard drive in the SATA connector on the carrier.
Steps to replace security screws to hold the drive securely.
Steps to place and attach the thermal sensor to the hard drive.
Information about the Smart Cover FailSafe Key for opening the computer cover.
Steps to use the FailSafe Key to remove the Smart Cover Lock.
Illustration showing removal of lock screws from CMT.
Illustration showing removal of lock screws from MT.
Applicable requirements for power cords in all countries.
Specific requirements for power cords used in Japan.
Additional requirements specific to different countries.
Technical specifications for the Convertible Minitower (CMT) chassis.
Technical specifications for the Microtower (MT) chassis.
Technical specifications for the Small Form Factor (SFF) chassis.
Technical specifications for the Ultra-Slim Desktop (USDT) chassis.
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