HP Compaq Pro 6300 Series Microtower User Manual

7. If you are not installing a new expansion card, install an expansion slot cover to close the open
slot.
CAUTION: After removing an expansion card, you must replace it with a new card or
expansion slot cover for proper cooling of internal components during operation.
8. To install a new expansion card, hold the card just above the expansion socket on the system
board then move the card toward the rear of the chassis so that the bracket on the card is
aligned with the open slot on the rear of the chassis. Press the card straight down into the
expansion socket on the system board.
Figure 6-11 Installing an Expansion Card
NOTE: When installing an expansion card, press firmly on the card so that the whole
connector seats properly in the expansion card slot.
9. Rotate the slot cover retention latch back in place to secure the expansion card.
10. Connect external cables to the installed card, if needed. Connect internal cables to the system
board, if needed.
11. Replace the computer access panel.
12. Reconnect the power cord and turn on the computer.
13. Lock any security devices that were disengaged when the access panel was removed.
14. Reconfigure the computer, if necessary.
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HP Compaq Pro 6300 Series Microtower Specifications

General

Form Factor	Microtower
Processor	Intel Core i3/i5/i7
Chipset	Intel Q75 Express
Memory	Up to 32 GB DDR3
Storage	256 GB Solid State Drive
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics or optional discrete graphics
Optical Drive	DVD-ROM
Operating System	Windows 7 Professional, Windows 8 Pro, FreeDOS
Ports	USB 2.0/3.0, VGA, DisplayPort
Network	Integrated Intel 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection
Audio	High Definition Audio with Realtek ALC221 codec
Power Supply	320W
Expansion Slots	1 PCIe x1
Weight	Approx. 16.5 lbs