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x. Watch DVD movies on television rather than a computer monitor. x. Play a video segment for recording on a VCR. 6-2 Learning About Your TV Out Connection -2 Learning About Your TV Out Connection TV Out Connections . NOTE: The view shown may differ slightly from your Internet PC. No. Components . SVGA Monitor Connector . TV Out Connector (available on select models) . Digital Flat Panel Monitor Port (available on select models) Upgrading Your Internet PC 7-1 Chapter 7 Upgrading Your Internet PC Your Internet PC is fully upgradable. Items that you can add or replace include the following: x. PCI expansion card x. ISA expansion card (available on select models only) x. Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) card (available of select models only) x. hard drive x. removable media storage drive x. memory modules x. system battery If you would like to replace the system board or microprocessor, consult a Compaq Authorized Service Provider. To find the nearest service provider in your area, visit the Compaq Web site at: Your safety is important. Before proceeding with any procedures involving the internal components of your Internet PC, please take a few moments to read the following Warning and Caution statements. Following the guidelines in these statements will help to reduce the risk of personal injury or equipment damage. 7-2 Upgrading Your Internet PC -2 Upgrading Your Internet PC WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock and damage to the equipment: . Do not disable any 3-prong grounding plug. The grounding pin on a 3-prong plug is an important safety feature. Removal of the grounding pin increases the risk of computer damage. If you cannot fit the plug into your electrical outlet, contact an electrician for information on having grounded outlets installed. Use only grounded electrical outlets when plugging in your computer. These outlets should be easily accessible at all times. When connecting a power cord to a grounded electrical outlet, ensure that nothing rests on the power cord. To reduce the risk of electrical shock and damage to the computer, BEFORE REMOVING THE COVER always ensure the following: x. The computer is turned off. x. The computer power cord is unplugged. x. The modem line is disconnected from the telephone jack. x. All network cables are disconnected. x. All cables and power cords are disconnected from the computer. . ` CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer by electrostatic discharge, you must become static-free before removing the cover. To become static-free, touch an unpainted metal surface or one of the screws on the computer cover. As you work, avoid touching exposed metal on any of the computer circuit boards. Upgrading Your Internet PC 7-3 Identifying the Major Components of Your Internet PC Your Compaq Internet PC has been constructed using a cover and drawer design concept. This design makes it simple to access the internal components. Please familiarize yourself with the major components. Computer Cover . NOTE: The view shown may differ slightly from your Internet PC. 7-4 Upgrading Your Internet PC -4 Upgrading Your Internet PC Computer Cage . NOTE: The view shown may differ slightly from your Internet PC. Upgrading Your Internet PC 7-5 Removing the Cover Before removing the cover, move the computer to a suitable work area. Choose a clean, spacious, and well-lit area. . 8VLQJDVFUHZGULYHUUHPRYHWKHILYHFRYHUUHWDLQLQJVFUHZV. Removing the Cover Retaining Screws . NOTE: The view shown may differ slightly from your Internet PC. 7-6 Upgrading Your Internet PC -6 Upgrading Your Internet PC . 8VLQJWKHFKDVVLVFDJHKDQGOH1VORZO\SXOORXWWKHFKDVVLVFDJH. Removing the Chassis Cage . NOTE: The view shown may differ slightly from your Internet PC. Replacing the Cover To replace the cover, perform the removal steps in reverse order. Upgrading Your Internet PC 7-7 Identifying Power Supply and Data Cables When performing upgrade procedures, you may find it necessary to disconnect power supply and data cables. Refer to the following graphics for assistance in identifying power supply and data cables. . * HINT: If you must disconnect a cable, mark the cable with a piece of masking tape labeled with the name of the device for future reference. Power Supply Cables Power supply cables usually have a white connector that consolidates several colored wires. Typical Power Supply Cable . NOTE: The view shown may differ slightly from your Internet PC. 7--8 Upgrading Your Internet PC Data Cables Data cables are thin wide cables that usually have black connectors. Typical Data Cable . NOTE: The view shown may differ slightly from your Internet PC. Upgrading Your Internet PC 7-9 Installing an Expansion Card Expansion cards, such as a scanner card or a modem, increase the capabilities of your computer. There are many different types of expansion cards available on the market. Before purchasing an expansion card or equipment that requires the installation of an expansion card, ensure that the ne...

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