HP Z Series User Manual

Before removing the storage device, follow these steps:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 18).
2. Remove the access panel (see Access panel on page 20).
Remove the storage device:
1. Disconnect the storage device power cable (1) and SATA cable (2) from the storage device.
2. Squeeze and hold the drive cage release tabs (3).
3. Remove the drive cage (4) from the computer.
4. Separate the drive cage retention arms (1) from the storage device, making sure the retention pins
(2) fully release from the device.
5. Remove the storage device (3) from the drive cage.
To replace the storage device, reverse the removal procedures.
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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)