HP 285 G3 User Manual

Removing a slim optical drive
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Preparation for disassembly on page 15)
2. Remove the access panel (Access panel on page 16)
3. Remove the front bezel (Front bezel on page 17)
4. Disconnect the power cable (1) and data cable (2) from the rear of the optical drive.
CAUTION: The slim optical drive must be removed from the drive cage before the drive cage can be
removed.
CAUTION: When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to avoid
damaging the cable.
CAUTION: When removing the cables, pull the tab or connector instead of the cable itself to avoid
damaging the cable.
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HP 285 G3 Specifications

General

Operating System	Windows 10 Pro 64, Windows 10 Home 64, FreeDOS
Form Factor	Microtower
Processor	AMD A8-9600, AMD A10-9700
Graphics	AMD Radeon R5, R7
Memory	Up to 32 GB DDR4
Storage	1TB HDD, 2TB HDD, 128GB SSD, 256GB SSD, 512GB SSD
Optical Drive	DVD-Writer
Ports	4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 4 x USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI, 1 x VGA, 1 x RJ-45, 1 x headphone/microphone combo jack
Power Supply	180 W
Weight	4.52 kg (Weight will vary by configuration.)