Cables And Connectors; Hard Drives; Lithium Coin Cell Battery - HP Z8 G4 Maintenance And Service Manual

Cables and connectors

Most cables used throughout the unit are flat, flexible cables. These cables must be handled with care to avoid
damage. Apply only the tension required to seat or unseat the cables during insertion or removal from
the connector. Handle cables by the connector whenever possible. In all cases, avoid bending or twisting
the cables, and ensure that the cables are routed in such a way that they cannot be caught or snagged by parts
being removed or replaced.
CAUTION: When servicing this computer, ensure that cables are placed in their proper location during
the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer.

Hard Drives

Handle hard drives as delicate, precision components, avoiding all physical shock and vibration. This applies to
failed drives as well as replacement spares.
● If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and
label the package "Fragile: Handle With Care."
● Do not remove hard drives from the shipping package for storage. Keep hard drives in their protective
packaging until they are actually mounted in the computer.
Avoid dropping drives from any height onto any surface.
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● If you are inserting or removing a hard drive, turn off the computer. Do not remove a hard drive while
the computer is on or in standby mode.
● Before handling a drive, ensure that you are discharged of static electricity. While handling a drive, avoid
touching the connector.
Do not use excessive force when inserting a drive.
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● Avoid exposing a hard drive to liquids, temperature extremes, or products that have magnetic fields such
as monitors or speakers.

Lithium coin cell battery

The battery that comes with the computer provides power to the real-time clock and has a minimum lifetime of
about three years.
See the appropriate removal and replacement chapter for the chassis you are working on in this guide for
instructions on the replacement procedures.
WARNING! This computer contains a lithium battery. There is a risk of fire and chemical burn if the battery is
handled improperly. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, dispose in water or fire, or
expose it to temperatures higher than 140ºF (60ºC). Do not attempt to recharge the battery.
NOTE: Batteries, battery packs, and accumulators should not be disposed of together with general household
waste. In order to forward them for recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or
return them to HP.
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