HP Compaq dc5100 MT User Manual

2–2 www.hp.com Hardware Reference Guide
Hardware Upgrades
Removing the Computer Access Panel
To remove the computer access panel:
1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system and
turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and the
computer, and disconnect any external devices.
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CAUTION: Before removing the computer access panel, ensure that the
computer is turned off and that the power cord is disconnected from the
electrical outlet.
3. Loosen the captive thumbscrew 1 that secures the access panel to
the computer chassis.
4. Slide the access panel back 2 about 2.5 cm (1 inch), then lift it
off the unit.
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You may want to lay the computer on its side to install internal parts.
Be sure the side with the access panel and pull grip is facing up.
Removing the Computer Access Panel
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HP Compaq dc5100 MT Specifications

General

Memory	Up to 4 GB DDR2 SDRAM
Memory Slots	4 DIMM slots
Hard Drive	Up to 160 GB SATA
Network	Integrated Broadcom NetXtreme Gigabit Ethernet
Operating System	Windows XP Professional
Form Factor	Microtower
Processor	Intel Pentium 4
Chipset	Intel 915G
Optical Drive	CD-ROM, DVD-ROM
Graphics	Intel GMA 950
Audio	Integrated AC'97 audio
Expansion Slots	1 PCI Express x16, 3 PCI
Ports	1 serial, 1 parallel, audio in/out