This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining
and servicing the computer. It provides comprehensive
information on identifying computer features, components, and
spare parts; troubleshooting computer problems; and performing
computer disassembly procedures.
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Maintenance and Service Guide
Compaq Presario V2600 Notebook PC
First Edition: March 2006
Document Part Number: 408525-001
The Compaq Presario V2600 Notebook PC offers advanced
modularity, Intel® Core Duo and Core Solo processors, and
extensive multimedia support.
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Compaq Presario V2600 Notebook PC
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Product Description
1.1Features
■ The following processors are available, varying by
computer model:
❏ Intel Core Duo T2500 (2.00-GHz)
❏ Intel Core Duo T2400 (1.83-GHz)
❏ Intel Core Duo T2300 (1.66-GHz)
❏ Intel Core Solo T1300 (1.66-GHz)
■ 14.0-inch WXGA (1280 × 768) TFT display with over
16.7 million colors, varying by computer model
■ 100-, 80-, 60-, or 40-GB high-capacity hard drive, varying by
computer model
■ 256-MB DDR synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) at 533 MHz,
expandable to 2.0 GB on models with Intel Core Duo
processors and 1.0 GB on models with Intel Core Solo
processors
■ Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Windows XP
Professional, or Free DOS, varying by computer model
■ Full-size Windows keyboard with embedded numeric keypad
■ TouchPad pointing device with on/off button and dedicated
two-way scroll region
■ Integrated 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet local area network
(LAN) network interface card (NIC) with RJ-45 jack
■ Integrated high-speed 56K modem with RJ-11 jack
■ Integrated wireless support for Mini Card IEEE 802.11b and
802.11b/g WLAN device
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■ Support for ExpressCards
■ External 65-watt AC adapter with 3-wire power cord
■ 6-cell or 12-cell Li-Ion battery pack
■ Stereo speakers with volume up and down buttons
■ Support for the following optical drives:
❏ 8X Max DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive
❏ 4X Max DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive
❏ 8X Max DVD-ROM Drive
❏ 24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
■ Connectors:
❏ External monitor
❏ Universal Serial Bus (USB) v. 2.0
❏ RJ-11 (modem)
❏ RJ-45 (network)
❏ Audio-out (headphone)
❏ Audio-in (microphone)
❏ Power
❏ IEEE 1394 digital (select models only)
❏ S-Video-out (select models only)
❏ Parallel
❏ Serial
❏ Docking (select models only)
❏ Memory Reader (select models only)
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Product Description
1.2 Resetting the Computer
If the computer you are servicing has an unknown password,
follow these steps to clear the password. These steps also
clear CMOS:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (refer to Section 5.3,
“Preparing the Computer for Disassembly,” for more
information).
2. Remove the real-time clock (RTC) battery (refer to
Section 5.16, “RTC Battery,” for more information).
3. Wait approximately 5 minutes.
4. Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the computer.
5. Connect AC power to the computer. Do not reinsert any
battery packs at this time.
6. Turn on the computer.
All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared.
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1.3Power Management
The computer comes with power management features that
extend battery operating time and conserve power. The
computer supports the following power management features:
■ Standby
■ Hibernation
■ Setting customization by the user
■ Hotkeys for setting the level of performance
■ Battery calibration
■ Lid switch standby/resume
■ Power/standby button
■ Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPM)
compliance
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1.4 External Components
The external components on the front of the computer are shown
below and described in Table 1-1.
Front Components
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Tabl e 1-1
Front Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Speakers (2)Produce stereo sound.
Product Description
2Wireless light
(select models only)
3Power light■ On: Computer is turned on.
4Drive lightOn or blinking: The internal hard drive or an
5Battery light■ Amber: The battery pack is charging.
6Display release buttonOpens the computer.
7Audio-in
(microphone) jack
8Audio-out
(headphone) jack
On: An integrated wireless device is
hardware enabled.
■ Blinking: Computer is in standby.
■ Off: Computer is off.
optical drive is being accessed.
■ Green: The battery pack is fully charged.
■ Off: The battery pack is discharging
or not inserted.
Connects an optional monaural (single
sound channel) microphone.
Connect optional headphones or powered
stereo speakers. Also connect the audio
function of an audio/video device such as
a television or VCR.
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Product Description
The external components on the right side of the computer
are shown below and described in Table 1-2.
Right-Side Components
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Tabl e 1-2
Right-Side Components
ItemComponentFunction
1USB connectors (2)Connect an optional USB device.
2Memory Reader
(select models only)
31394 port
(select models only)
4 Memory Reader light
(select models only)
5Optical driveSupports an optical disc.
6S-Video-out jack
(select models only)
In Windows, supports digital cards.
Connects an optional 1394 device such
as a scanner, digital camera, or digital
camcorder.
On: A digital card is being accessed.
Connects an optional S-Video device, such
as a television, VCR, camcorder, projector,
or video capture card.
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Product Description
The external components on the rear and left side of the computer
are shown below and described in Table 1-3.
Rear and Left-Side Components
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Tabl e 1-3
Rear and Left-Side Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Exhaust ventProvide airflow to cool internal components.
To prevent overheating, do not
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obstruct vents. User the computer
only on a flat, hard surface. Do not
allow a hard surface, such as a
printer, or a soft surface, such as
pillows, thick rugs or clothing, to block
airflow.
2Power connectorConnects an AC adapter cable.
3External monitor portConnects an optional VGA external monitor
or projector.
4Expansion port 2Connects the computer to an optional
expansion product or docking device.
5RJ-45 (network) jackConnects an optional network cable.
6RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects the modem cable.
7USB connectorConnects an optional USB device.
8ExpressCard slotSupports an optional ExpressCard device.
9Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the
computer.
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Product Description
The computer keyboard components on the computer are shown
below and described in Table 1-4.
Keyboard Components
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Table 1-4
Keyboard Components
ItemComponentFunction
1fnkeyCombines with other keys to perform
system tasks. For example, pressing
fn+f7 decreases screen brightness.
2caps lock keyEnables caps lock and turns on the caps
lock light.
3f1 to f12 keys (12)Perform system and application tasks.
When combined with the fn key, several
keys and buttons perform additional tasks
as hotkeys.
4num lock keyEnables numeric lock, turns on the
embedded numeric keypad, and turns
on the num lock light.
5Keypad keys (15)In Windows, can be used like the keys
on an external numeric keypad.
6Arrows keysMove the cursor around the screen.
7Windows
applications key
In Windows, displays a shortcut menu
for items beneath the pointer.
8Windows logo keyIn Windows, displays the Windows
Start menu.
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Product Description
The computer top components on the computer are shown below
and described in Table 1-5.
Top Components, Part 1
Tabl e 1-5
Top Components, Part 1
ItemComponentFunction
1Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
2Display switchIf the computer is closed while on, turns off
the display.
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Tabl e 1-5
Product Description
Top Components, Part 1
ItemComponentFunction
3Wireless buttonEnables/disables an internal wireless
device.
Wireless lightOn: an integrated wireless device is
hardware enabled.
4Power buttonWhen the computer is
■ Off, press to turn on the computer.
■ On, briefly press to initiate Hibernation.
■ In Standby, briefly press to resume
from Standby.
■ In Hibernation, briefly press to restore
from Hibernation.
Powe r light■ On: Computer is turned on.
■ Blinking: Computer is in standby.
■ Off: Computer is off.
5Volume down buttonDecreases system volume.
6Volume up buttonIncreases system volume.
7Volume mute buttonMutes or restores volume.
Mute lightOn: Volume is muted.
(Continued)
8Num lock lightOn: Num lock or the internal keypad is on.
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Product Description
The computer top components on the computer are shown below
and described in Table 1-6.
Top Components, Part 2
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Tabl e 1-6
Top Components, Part 2
ItemComponentFunction
Product Description
1TouchPad horizontal
scrolling region
2TouchPadMoves the pointer.
3TouchPad lightOn: TouchPad is enabled.
4TouchPad on/off
button
5TouchPad vertical
scroll region
6Left and right
TouchPad buttons
Scrolls toward left side or right side.
Enables/disables the TouchPad.
Scrolls upward or downward.
Function like the left and right buttons on an
external mouse.
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Product Description
The external components on the bottom of the computer
are shown below and described in Table 1-7.
Bottom Components
Table 1 -7
Bottom Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Optical driveSupports an optical disc.
2Battery pack release latchReleases a battery pack from the
battery bay.
3Battery packHolds a battery pack.
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Table 1 -7
Product Description
Bottom Components
ItemComponentFunction
4Exhaust vents (4)Provide airflow to cool internal
5Hard drive bayHolds the internal hard drive.
6Mini Card compartmentHolds an optional wireless LAN device.
7Memory module
compartment
8Label areas (2)Contain the computer serial number
(Continued)
components.
To prevent overheating, do not
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obstruct vents. Use the computer
only on a flat, hard surface.
Do not allow a hard surface, such
as a printer, or a soft surface,
such as pillows, thick rugs or
clothing, to block airflow.
To prevent an unresponsive
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system and the display of a
warning message, install only a
Mini Card device authorized for
use in your computer by the
governmental agency that
regulates wireless devices in your
country. If you install a device
and then receive a warning
message, remove the device to
restore computer functionality.
Then contact Customer Care.
Contains 2 memory slots that support
replaceable memory modules. The
number of preinstalled memory
modules varies by computer model.
and other applicable regulatory labels.
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Product Description
1.5Design Overview
This section presents a design overview of key parts and features
of the computer. Refer to Chapter 3, “Illustrated Parts Catalog,”
to identify replacement parts, and Chapter 5, “Removal and
Replacement Procedures,” for disassembly steps.
The system board provides the following device connections:
■ Memory module
■ Mini Card modules
■ Hard drive
■ Display
■ Keyboard and TouchPad
■ Audio
■ Intel Core Duo and Core Solo processors
■ Fan
■ ExpressCard
CAUTION: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm
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(3-inch) clearance on the left and right sides of the computer.
The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is
controlled by a temperature sensor and is designed to be turned
on automatically when high temperature conditions exist. These
conditions are affected by high external temperatures, system
power consumption, power management/battery conservation
configurations, battery fast charging, and software. Exhaust air is
displaced through the ventilation grill located on the left side of
the computer.
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WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by HP should repair
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this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed
to allow only subassembly-/module-level repair. Because of the
complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, do not attempt
to make repairs at the component level or modifications to any printed
wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any
indication of component replacement or printed wiring board
modification may void any warranty or exchange allowances.
2.1Computer Setup
Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be
used even when the operating system is not working or will not
load. If the operating system is working, the computer restarts the
operating system after you exit Computer Setup.
Pointing devices are not supported in Computer Setup; you
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must use the keyboard to navigate and make selections.
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The menu tables later in this chapter provide an overview of
Computer Setup options.
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Troubleshooting
Accessing Computer Setup
The information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed
from the File, Security, Tools, and Advanced menus.
1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the
computer. Press
displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
❏ To change the language, press f2.
❏ To view navigation information, press f1.
❏ To return to the Computer Setup menu, press esc.
2. Select the File, Security, Tools, or Advanced menu.
3. To exit Computer Setup, choose one of the following:
❏ To exit without saving any changes, use the arrow keys to
select File > Ignore changes and exit, and then follow
the instructions on the screen.
❏ To exit and save all the settings you have entered, use the
arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and
then follow the instructions on the screen.
Your preferences are set when you exit Computer Setup and go
into effect when the computer restarts.
f10 while the F10 = Based Setup message is
Computer Setup Defaults
To restore all settings in Computer Setup to the values that were
set at the factory:
1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the
computer. Press
displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
❏ To change the language, press f2.
❏ To view navigation information, press f1.
2. Use the arrow keys to select File > Restore defaults.
3. Select the Restore Defaults check box.
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f10 while the F10 = Based Setup message is
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4. To confirm the restoration, press f10.
5. Select File > Save changes and exit, and then follow the
instructions on the screen.
When the computer restarts, the factory settings are restored, and
any identification information you have entered is saved.
Selecting from the File Menu
Table 2 -1
File Menu
SelectTo Do This
System Information■ View identification information about the
computer and any battery packs in the system.
■ View specification information about the
processor, memory and cache size, video
revision, keyboard controller version, and
system ROM.
Save to floppySave system configuration settings to a diskette.
Restore to floppyRestore system configuration settings from a
diskette.
Restore defaultsReplace configuration settings in Computer Setup
with factory default settings. (Identification
information is retained.)
Ignore changes and exitCancel changes entered during the current
session. Then exit and restart the computer.
Save changes and exitSave changes entered during the current session.
Then exit and restart the computer. The changes
you save are to into effect when the computer
restarts.
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Troubleshooting
Selecting from the Security Menu
Table 2 -2
Security Menu
SelectTo Do This
Administrator passwordEnter, change, or delete an HP Administrator
password.
Power-on passwordEnter, change, or delete a power-on password.