The Ultimate Budget Workstation?
Get ready for an overview of this feature loaded computer that offers incredible workstation performance without breaking the bank.
The HP Z240 workstation features an Intel Core i3/i5/i7 OR Xeon processor, up to 64GB of RAM, and a variety of storage options, including traditional hard drives, solid-state drive and NVMe M.2 slot on the motherboard! Get ready for a full detailed tour through this workstation - and hopefully become inspired on why you might want to consider getting one!
The HP Z240 can handle video editing software, 3D modelling programs, or data analysis tools thanks to the workstation's powerful components.
But perhaps the best part of the HP Z240 is its affordability. Despite its impressive specs and performance, this workstation is surprisingly budget-friendly, making it a great choice for freelancers, small business owners, or anyone who needs a powerful workstation without spending a fortune.
Get ready to see how the Z240 can help you boost your computing productivity.
This video also features ChatGPT. The very chatty chat bot was challenged with providing a budget workstation for $200 USD. ChatGPT had near perfect ideas, but RACERRRZ stepped in and opened ChatGPT’s mind (coding logic) to a more powerful option - the HP Z240 Workstation!
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VIDEO INDEX:
0:00 Intro (Extended chat with ChatGPT - ChatGPT did not think to recommend the Z240!)
HP Z240 Workstation
2:44 Specifications
4:11 1) System Overview
5:01 2) HDD Fitment
6:38 2.1) SSD Fitment
7:10 3) PCIe Slot Upgrade
9:37 4) CPU Thermals - Fan Removal
10:26 5) Side Panel - Error Codes + Specifications
11:55 6) Memory Fitment
12:40 4.1) CPU Thermals - CPU Removal and Cleaning
14:00 4.2) CPU Thermals - CPU Fitment
14:50 4.3) CPU Thermals - CPU Thermal Paste - Spreading Method
17:20 2.2) NVMe Fitment
19:02 7) PCIe Slot Upgrade - GPU Fitment
19:31 8) Front Panel Removal
20:00 9) 5.25” HDD Expansion
22:17 Future Content Teaser #1
24:55 10) Front and Rear I/O
25:50 Conclusions
26:25 Future Content Teaser #2
27:13 Future Content Teaser #3
Materials Used:
Noctua NT-H1
Olmaster 5.25” HDD / SSD Bay Adapter
Quick Z240 Workstation Upgrade Tips:
Top CPUs:
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(They may not be listed by HP as supported but likely support has been added via BIOS updates etc.; the 7700k will likely not overclock in the Z240)
Note: the Xeon CPU would need ECC unbuffered memory and the i7 would need non-ECC memory (DDR4 2400MHz max spec.).
Ideal Memory (will vary between CPUs, check Intel's website to be sure):
Xeons: DDR4-2400 (should support 2133MHz, but not listed by Intel), DDR3L-1866 (ECC unbuffered Server Memory)
i3/i5/i7's: DDR4-2133/2400, DDR3L-1333/1600 @ 1.35V (Non-ECC Desktop Memory)
Keep an eye out for the upcoming video tutorials on:
Part 2 : Fractal Define 7-XL NAS Build! Z440 Motherboard Fitment.
ASUS Hyper M.2 Overview
HP Z Turbo Drive Quad Pro Overview
NVMe Adapter Shootout : Asus Hyper M.2 vs AORUS Gen 4 vs HP Z Turbo Drive Quad Pro!
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22 июл 2024