HP Z Series User Manual

Removal and replacement procedures4
Adherence to these procedures and precautions is essential for proper service. After completing
all necessary removal and replacement procedures, run the Diagnostics utility to verify that all
components operate properly.
NOTE: Not all features listed in this guide are available on all computers.
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information
about supported parts for your computer, go to https://partsurfer.hp.com/partsurfer/, select your
country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Preparation for disassembly
Use this information to properly prepare to disassemble and reassemble the computer.
See Routine care, drive guidelines, and disassembly preparation on page 8 for initial safety procedures.
1. Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
IMPORTANT: Turn off the computer before disconnecting any cables.
Regardless of the power state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as the
system is plugged into an active AC outlet. In some systems, the cooling fan is on even when
the computer is in the Standby or Suspend modes. Always disconnect the power cord before
servicing a unit.
2. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer.
3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer
CAUTION: Beware of sharp edges inside the chassis.
NOTE: During disassembly, label each cable as you remove it, and note its position and routing. Keep
all screws with the removed components.
Front bezel
To remove the front bezel, use these procedures.
Before removing the front bezel, follow these steps:
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Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 18).
Remove the front bezel:
1. Position the computer on its right side with the bottom toward you.
2. Release the two tabs (1) on the bottom of the front bezel from the computer.
3. Swing the bottom edge of the front bezel (2) away from the computer.
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Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures

HP Z Series Specifications

General

Series	Z Series
Category	Desktop
Processor	Intel Xeon or Intel Core (depending on the specific model)
Operating System	Windows 10 Pro or Windows 11 Pro
Storage	SSD or HDD options, up to multiple TB
Graphics	NVIDIA Quadro or AMD Radeon Pro
Expansion Slots	Multiple PCIe slots
Ports	USB, DisplayPort, HDMI
Form Factor	Tower
Memory	Up to 256 GB DDR4 ECC or non-ECC SDRAM (depending on the specific model)
Power Supply	Various wattage options, typically 500W to 1000W (depending on the specific model)