HP Compaq Elite 8300 User Manual

Processor
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparing to disassemble the computer on page 38).
2. Remove the access panel (see
Access panel on page 42).
3. Remove the graphics heat sink (see
Graphics heat sink on page 71).
4. Remove the processor heat sink (see
Processor heat sink – model 6300 on page 72).
5. Rotate the locking lever to its full open position (1).
6. Raise and rotate the microprocessor retainer to its fully open position (2).
7. Carefully lift the processor from the socket (3).
CAUTION: Do NOT handle the pins in the processor socket. These pins are very fragile and
handling them could cause irreparable damage. Once pins are damaged it may be necessary to
replace the system board.
The heat sink must be installed within 24 hours of installing the processor to prevent damage to
the processor’s solder connections.
Figure 7-49 Removing the processor
To install a new processor:
1. Place the processor in its socket and close the retainer. Make sure the slot in the processor fits
into the post on the socket.
2. Secure the locking lever. If reusing the existing heat sink, go to step 3. If using a new heat sink,
go to step 6.
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HP Compaq Elite 8300 Specifications

General

Operating temperature (T-T)	10 - 35 °C
Memory slots type	DIMM
Number of memory slots	4
Supported memory types	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	32 GB
HDD size	3.5 \
Dimensions (WxDxH)	178 x 445 x 448 mm
Microphone in	Yes
HDMI ports quantity	0
PS/2 ports quantity	2
USB 2.0 ports quantity	6
PCI slots	3
Chassis type	Mini-Tower
Product type	PC barebone
Product color	Gray
Audio system	HD
Motherboard chipset	Intel® Q77 Express
Compatible processor series	Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7
Power supply	320 W
Operating system installed	No
Processor model	-
Processor family	Intel

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	11200 g