HP Compaq Elite 8300 Series User Manual

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. Use the Smart Cover FailSafe Key to remove the two tamper-proof screws that secure the Smart
Cover Lock to the chassis.
Figure C-1 Removing the Smart Cover Lock Screws from the Convertible Minitower
Figure C-2 Removing the Smart Cover Lock Screws from the Microtower
164 Appendix C Unlocking the Smart Cover Lock

HP Compaq Elite 8300 Series Specifications

General

Chipset	Intel Q77 Express
Memory	Up to 32 GB DDR3
Processor	Intel Core i3/i5/i7
Storage	SSD
Graphics	Integrated Intel HD Graphics
Optical Drive	DVD-ROM, DVD+/-RW
Operating System	Windows 7, Windows 8, FreeDOS
Form Factor	Small Form Factor (SFF)
Audio	Integrated High Definition Audio
Network	Integrated Gigabit Ethernet
Ports	USB 2.0, USB 3.0, DisplayPort, VGA, Serial, PS/2, Audio