Compaq Mini CQ10 Notebook PC and
Compaq Mini 102 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
SUMMARY
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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proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard
Company under license. Intel and Atom are
trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
and other countries. Microsoft and Windows
are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its
proprietor.
The information contained herein is subject
to change without notice. The only
warranties for HP products and services are
set forth in the express warranty statements
accompanying such products and services.
Nothing herein should be construed as
constituting an additional warranty. HP shall
not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: January 2010
Document Part Number: 602516-001
Revision A
Safety Warning Notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not
place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat
surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface,
such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the
skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the AC
adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International
Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
Panels25.7-cm (10.1-in) WSVGA (1024 × 600) AntiGlare LED
NOTE: Display assembly includes 1 webcam, 1 microphone, 2 speakers,
and 2 wireless local-area network (WLAN) antennas and cables; 2 wireless
wide-area network (WWAN) antennas and cables and a 5-band WWAN
antenna and cable on select models
Wide aspect 16:9 ratio✓✓
MemoryDDR2 PC2-6400, 533-MHz memory module✓✓
✓✓
✓✓
Compaq
Mini 102
One customer-accessible/upgradable memory module slot✓✓
Supports the following configurations:
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1024-MB total system memory (1024 × 1)✓✓
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2048-MB total system memory (2048 × 1)
NOTE: The computer is only available with 1 GB of memory, but supports
up to 2 GB of single channel memory.
✓
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CategoryDescriptionCompaq
Mini
CQ10
Compaq
Mini 102
Mass storage
devices
Optical driveSupports external USB optical drives only✓✓
Diskette driveSupports external USB diskette drives only✓✓
Audio/VisualHigh-definition (HD) audio✓✓
Hard drive✓✓
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9.5-mm, 6.35-cm (2.50-in)✓✓
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160 GB, 5400 RPM✓✓
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Serial ATA✓✓
Solid-state drive (SSD)
NOTE: For use with XP Home Edition only.
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16 GB, 6.35 cm (2.5 in)✓
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Multi-level cell (MLC) technology✓
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Serial ATA✓
Integrated 4-Ω, 1.5-W speakers (2)✓✓
Fixed integrated analog microphone✓✓
Fixed VGA webcam, 640 × 480 resolution, ƒ/2.8, up to 30 frames per
second
WirelessIntegrated wireless local area network (WLAN) and Bluetooth®
options by way of optional WLAN module:
Two WLAN antennas built into display assembly✓✓
Support for the following WLAN formats:
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802.11b/g✓✓
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802.11b/g/n✓✓
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802.11b/g with Bluetooth✓✓
Support for No WLAN option✓✓
Integrated wireless wide area network (WWAN) options by
way of optional WWAN module:
Two WWAN antennas built into display assembly✓✓
Support for 5-band WWAN antenna option✓✓
Subscriber identity module (SIM) security (customer-accessible in battery bay) ✓✓
Support for No WWAN option✓✓
✓✓
✓✓
2Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionCompaq
Mini
CQ10
Compaq
Mini 102
External media
cards
Internal media
cards
PortsAudio-in/out (microphone/stereo headphone) with jack detection✓✓
Digital Media Slot with push-push insert/eject port supporting:
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Memory Stick (MS)
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MS/Pro
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) memory card
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xD-Picture Card
Two Mini Card slots:
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Full-size Mini Card slot
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Half-size Mini Card slot
VGA (D-sub 15) supporting external 1600 × 1200 monitor at 75 Hz and
external WUXGA monitor at 60 Hz (hot plug/unplug with auto-detect of
standard- or wide-aspect video)
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)✓✓
USB (3)✓✓
3-pin AC power✓✓
✓✓
✓✓
✓✓
Keyboard/
pointing device
Power
requirements
SecuritySupport for HP Kensington Security Lock✓✓
Operating
system
92% keyboard✓✓
TouchPad, with 2 TouchPad buttons and 2-way scrolling (taps enabled by
default)
30-W UMA AC adapter (non-Smart) with localized cable plug support✓✓
Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter
identify the standard features on most computer models.
Top components
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(2)TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
screen.
(3)TouchPad scroll zoneScrolls up or down.
(4)Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel >
Printers and Other Hardware > Mouse.
Top components
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Light
ComponentDescription
Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
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Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when
pressed in combination with a function key.
(3)
(4)
Windows® logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the
pointer.
Top components
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Front components
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2) Power switch
(3)
Power light
Drive lightBlinking: The hard drive or flash drive is being
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in Standby.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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When the computer is off, slide the switch to
turn on the computer.
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When the computer is on, briefly slide the
switch to initiate Hibernation.
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When the computer is in Standby, briefly slide
the switch to exit Standby.
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When the computer is in Hibernation, briefly
slide the switch to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and
Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, slide
and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds to
turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, select
Start > Control Panel > Performance and
Maintenance > Power Options.
accessed.
(4)
Battery light
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On: A battery is charging.
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Blinking: A battery that is the only available
power source has reached a low battery level.
When the battery reaches a critical battery
level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
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Off: If the computer is plugged into an external
power source, the light turns off when all
batteries in the computer are fully charged. If
the computer is not plugged into an external
power source, the light stays off until the battery
reaches a low battery level.
ComponentDescription
(5)
(6)Wireless switchTurns the wireless feature on or off, but does not
Wireless light
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Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a
wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is
on.
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Amber: All wireless devices are off.
establish a wireless connection.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order
to establish a wireless connection.
Front components
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Right-side components
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Digital Media SlotSupports the following optional digital card formats:
(3)
(4)
USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
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Memory Stick (MS)
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MS/Pro
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory
Card
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xD-Picture card
External monitor portConnects an optional external display, such as a
monitor or projector, to the computer.
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
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Left-side components
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)AC adapter lightOn: The computer is connected to external power.
(4)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(5)
(6)
Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
Off: The computer is not connected to external
power.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to
cool internal components and prevent overheating. It
is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off
during routine operation.
USB port Connects an optional USB device.
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone)
jack
Produces sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or
television audio. Also connects an optional headset
microphone.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,
adjust the volume before putting on headphones,
earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety
information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety and
Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When an audio component is connected to
the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
The audio component cable must have a 4-conductor
connector.
Left-side components
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Display components
ComponentDescription
(1)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(2)Internal display switchTurns off the display if the display is closed while the
power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
(3)WebcamCaptures still photographs and videos.
NOTE: To capture videos, you need to install
additional webcam software.
(4)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(5)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Bottom components
ComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)
(3)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(4)
Battery release latches (2)Release the battery from the battery bay.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
Memory module compartmentContains the memory module slot.
Bottom components
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Wireless antennas
ComponentDescription
(1)WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWANs).
(2)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLANs).
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental
Notices that applies to your country or region. To access these notices, click Start > Help and
Support > User Guides.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag:
(1) Product name: This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
(2) Serial: This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
(3) Product: This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The
product number, or part number, helps a service technician determine what components and parts are
needed.
(4) Warranty: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer.
(5) Model: This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the
computer.
NOTE:The Warranty (4) and the Model (5) fields are excluded on select models.
NOTE:The service tag color may be different on select models.
For use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
and the United States
●
For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda,
Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain,
Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia,
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria,
Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad,
Chile, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus,
the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor,
Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji,
Finland, France, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana,
Gibraltar, Greece, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau,
Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy,
the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos,
Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia,
Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands,
Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia,
Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles,
the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman,
Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay,
the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino,
Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa,
South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia,
St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan,
Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey,
Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates,
the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen,
Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
537612-001
575920-001
518436-001
518436-002
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ItemDescriptionSpare part
number
Broadcom 4312G 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter
●
For use for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the United States,
and the U.S. Virgin Islands
●
For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda,
Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain,
Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia,
Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria,
Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad,
Chile, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus,
the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor,
Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji,
Finland, France, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana,
Gibraltar, Greece, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau,
Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy,
the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos,
Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia,
Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands,
Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia,
Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles,
the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman,
Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay,
the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino,
Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa,
South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia,
St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan,
Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey,
Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates,
the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen,
Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
504593-003
504593-004
(11)WWAN Module, Qualcomm EV-DO/HSPA
NOTE: Available as an option.
(12)RTC battery (includes cable and double-sided tape)537616-001
(13)System board (includes processor and replacement thermal material)
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Intel Atom N270 1.6-GHz processor, 512-KB Level 2 cache, 533-MHz front-side bus
(FSB)
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Intel Atom N270 1.6-GHz processor, 512-KB Level 2 cache, 533-MHz front-side bus
(FSB) for use with WWAN option
(14)Memory module
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1024-MB, PC2-6400, DDR2, 533-MHz598861-001
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1024-MB, PC2-6400, DDR2, 533-MHz, for use with WWAN option600131-001
(9)WWAN antenna assembly for use on select models538022-001
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Display/webcam cable
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WLAN antenna assembly (530 × 1.37 mm and 440 × 1.37 mm)
537658-001
594811-001
579571-001
Display assembly subcomponents
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ItemDescriptionSpare part number
(10)Display back cover with logo594808-001
Display screw kit (not illustrated)
Includes 14 PM2.0×3.0×4.0×0.4T screws
538510-001
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Mass storage devices
NOTE:Each hard drive spare part kit and solid-state drive spare part kit includes a cable and
mounting bracket.
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
(1)Hard drive, 160 GB, 5400 RPM594809-001
Hard drive mounting kit (includes brackets and screws)537641-001
(2)Solid state drive, 16 GB608396-001
Mass storage devices
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Miscellaneous parts
DescriptionSpare part number
30-W, 3-pin AC adapter496813-001
Power cords, 3-pin, 1.83m
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For use in Argentina490371-D01
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For use in Australia490371-011
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For use in Brazil490371-202
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For use in Denmark490371-081
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For use in Europe490371-021
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For use in Israel490371-BB1
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For use in Italy490371-061
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For use in India490371-D61
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For use in North America490371-001
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For use in Singapore and the United Kingdom490371-031
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For use in South Africa490371-AR1
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For use in Switzerland490371-111
Rubber kit
Includes 4 computer feet — two front and two rear
Screw kit
Includes the following screws:
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Phillips 1.6×2.5 mm, nickel
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Phillips 2.0×3.5 mm
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Phillips 2.5×4.0 mm, black
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Phillips 2.5×4.0 mm, nickel
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Phillips 2.5×6.0 mm
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Torx T8 2.5×4.0 mm
537618-001
537620-001
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Sequential part number listing
Spare part number Description
490371-001Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in North America
490371-011Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Australia
490371-021Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Europe
490371-031Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Singapore and the United Kingdom
490371-061Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Italy
490371-081Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Denmark
490371-111Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Switzerland
490371-202Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Brazil
490371-AR1Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in South Africa
490371-BB1Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Israel
490371-D01Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in Argentina
490371-D61Power cord, 3-pin, 1.83m, for use in India
496813-001AC adapter, 30-W, 3-pin
504593-003WiFi Adapter, Broadcom 4312G 802.11b/g for use for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam,
Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
504593-004WiFi Adapter, Broadcom 4312G 802.11b/g for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra,
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan,
the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan,
Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria,
Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile,
Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark,
Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador,
Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia,
Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guinea, GuineaBissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy,
the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon,
Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia,
the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands, Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico,
Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal,
the Nether Antilles, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman,
Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, the People’s Republic of China, Peru,
the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa,
San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain,
Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Swaziland,
Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia,
Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom,
Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
518436-001WiFi Adapter, Atheros 9285G 802.11b/g/n 1x1 for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam,
Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United States
Sequential part number listing
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518436-002WiFi Adapter, Atheros 9285G 802.11b/g/n 1x1 for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra,
Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan,
You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures:
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Flat-bladed screwdriver
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Magnetic screwdriver
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Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers
Service considerations
The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during
disassembly and assembly procedures.
NOTE:As you remove each subassembly from the computer, place the subassembly (and all
accompanying screws) away from the work area to prevent damage.
Plastic parts
CAUTION:Using excessive force during disassembly and reassembly can damage plastic parts. Use
care when handling the plastic parts. Apply pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance
instructions.
Cables and connectors
CAUTION:When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations
during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer.
Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required to unseat
or seat the cables during removal and insertion. Handle cables by the connector whenever possible. In
all cases, avoid bending, twisting, or tearing cables. Be sure that cables are routed in such a way that
they cannot be caught or snagged by parts being removed or replaced. Handle flex cables with
extreme care; these cables tear easily.
Preliminary replacement requirements
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Drive handling
CAUTION:Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the
computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions:
Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the
computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating
system.
Before handling a drive, be sure that you are discharged of static electricity. While handling a drive,
avoid touching the connector.
Handle drives on surfaces covered with at least one inch of shock-proof foam.
Avoid dropping drives from any height onto any surface.
After removing a hard drive, an optical drive, or a diskette drive, place it in a static-proof bag.
Avoid exposing a hard drive to products that have magnetic fields, such as monitors or speakers.
Avoid exposing a drive to temperature extremes or liquids.
If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble pack mailer or other suitable form of protective
packaging and label the package “FRAGILE.”
30Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures
Grounding guidelines
Electrostatic discharge damage
Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure
determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some
protection, but in many cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt
silicon junctions.
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can destroy static-sensitive devices or
microcircuitry. Even if the spark is neither felt nor heard, damage may have occurred.
An electronic device exposed to ESD may not be affected at all and can work perfectly throughout a
normal cycle. Or the device may function normally for a while, then degrade in the internal layers,
reducing its life expectancy.
CAUTION:To prevent damage to the computer when you are removing or installing internal
components, observe these precautions:
Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until you are ready to install them.
Use nonmagnetic tools.
Before touching an electronic component, discharge static electricity by using the guidelines described
in this section.
Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic components as little as possible.
If you remove a component, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.
The following table shows how humidity affects the electrostatic voltage levels generated by different
activities.
CAUTION:A product can be degraded by as little as 700 V.
Typical electrostatic voltage levels
Relative humidity
Event10%40%55%
Walking across carpet35,000 V15,000 V7,500 V
Walking across vinyl floor12,000 V5,000 V3,000 V
Motions of bench worker6,000 V800 V400 V
Removing DIPS from plastic tube2,000 V700 V400 V
Removing DIPS from vinyl tray11,500 V4,000 V2,000 V
Removing DIPS from Styrofoam14,500 V5,000 V3,500 V
Removing bubble pack from PCB26,500 V20,000 V7,000 V
Packing PCBs in foam-lined box21,000 V11,000 V5,000 V
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Packaging and transporting guidelines
Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment:
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To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes.
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Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging.
●
Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations.
●
Place items on a grounded surface before removing items from their containers.
●
Always be properly grounded when touching a component or assembly.
●
Store reusable ESD-sensitive parts from assemblies in protective packaging or nonconductive
foam.
●
Use transporters and conveyors made of antistatic belts and roller bushings. Be sure that
mechanized equipment used for moving materials is wired to ground and that proper materials
are selected to avoid static charging. When grounding is not possible, use an ionizer to dissipate
electric charges.
Workstation guidelines
Follow these grounding workstation guidelines:
●
Cover the workstation with approved static-shielding material.
●
Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface and use properly grounded tools
and equipment.
●
Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums.
●
When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use fixtures made only of static-safe
materials.
●
Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials, such as ordinary plastic assembly aids and
Styrofoam.
●
Handle ESD-sensitive components, parts, and assemblies by the case or PCM laminate. Handle
these items only at static-free workstations.
●
Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.
●
Turn off power and input signals before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment.
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Equipment guidelines
Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation.
●
When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps
with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground,
wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times. On grounded mats with banana-plug connectors,
use alligator clips to connect a wrist strap.
●
When standing, use foot straps and a grounded floor mat. Foot straps (heel, toe, or boot straps)
can be used at standing workstations and are compatible with most types of shoes or boots. On
conductive floors or dissipative floor mats, use foot straps on both feet with a minimum of one
megohm resistance between the operator and ground. To be effective, the conductive strips must
be worn in contact with the skin.
The following grounding equipment is recommended to prevent electrostatic damage:
●
Antistatic tape
●
Antistatic smocks, aprons, and sleeve protectors
●
Conductive bins and other assembly or soldering aids
●
Nonconductive foam
●
Conductive tabletop workstations with ground cords of one megohm resistance
●
Static-dissipative tables or floor mats with hard ties to the ground
●
Field service kits
●
Static awareness labels
●
Material-handling packages
●
Nonconductive plastic bags, tubes, or boxes
●
Metal tote boxes
●
Electrostatic voltage levels and protective materials
The following table lists the shielding protection provided by antistatic bags and floor mats.
MaterialUseVoltage protection level
Antistatic plasticBags1,500 V
Carbon-loaded plasticFloor mats7,500 V
Metallized laminateFloor mats5,000 V
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Component replacement procedures
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures.
There are as many as 54 screws, in 8 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened
when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and
replacement.
NOTE:The service tag color may be different on select models.
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag:
(1) Product name: This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
(2) Serial: This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
(3) Product: This number provides specific information about the product's hardware components. The
product number helps a service technician determine what components and parts are needed.
(4) Warranty: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer.
(5) Model: This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the
computer.
NOTE:The Warranty (4) and the Model (5) fields are excluded on select models.
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Computer feet
The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads, tethered to the base enclosure.
DescriptionSpare part number
Rubber kit537618-001
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Battery
DescriptionSpare part number
6-cell Li-ion battery (55-Wh) 2.55-Ah537627-001
3-cell Li-ion battery (28-Wh) 2.55-Ah537626-001
Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
Remove the battery:
1.Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you.
2.
Slide the battery release latches (1) to release the battery.
3.
Remove the battery (2).
Reverse this procedure to install a battery.
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SIM
NOTE:This section applies only to computer models with WWAN capability.
NOTE:If there is a SIM inserted in the SIM slot, it must be removed before disassembling the
computer. Be sure that the SIM is reinserted in the SIM slot after reassembling the computer.
Before removing the SIM, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the battery (see
Remove the SIM:
1.Press in on the SIM (1). (The module is partially ejected from the SIM slot.)
For use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
and the United States
●
For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina,
Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados,
Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana,
Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon,
Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo,
Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica,
the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea,
Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany,
Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau,
Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy,
the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia,
Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Madagascar,
Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands, Martinique, Mauritania,
Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique,
Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua,
Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay,
the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino,
Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea,
Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname,
Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga,
Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine,
the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela,
Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
518436-001
518436-002
Broadcom 4312G 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter
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DescriptionSpare part number
●
For use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
and the United States
●
For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina,
Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados,
Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana,
Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon,
Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo,
Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica,
the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea,
Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany,
Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau,
Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy,
the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia,
Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Madagascar,
Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands, Martinique, Mauritania,
Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique,
Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua,
Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay,
the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino,
Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea,
Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname,
Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga,
Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine,
the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela,
Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
504593-003
504593-004
CAUTION:The WWAN module and the WLAN module are not interchangeable.
To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized
for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore
computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support.
Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 36).
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5.
If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
6.Remove the following components:
a.
Keyboard (see
Keyboard on page 40)
SIM on page 37).
b.Hard drive (see
c.Top cover (see
Remove the WLAN module:
1.Remove the 2 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the WLAN module to the system board.
(The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
2.Disconnect the wireless antenna cables (2) from the terminals on the WLAN module.
3.Remove the WLAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
Mass storage devices on page 44)
Top cover on page 46)
Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
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WWAN module
NOTE:Not available for computers with Mobile Mi installed.
DescriptionSpare part number
Qualcomm EV-DO/HSPA WWAN module531993-001
CAUTION:The WWAN module and the WLAN module are not interchangeable.
To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized
for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore
computer functionality, and then contact technical support.
Before removing the WWAN module, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the SIM (see
Battery on page 36).
SIM on page 37).
6.Remove the following components:
a.
Keyboard (see
b.Hard drive or solid-state drive (see
c.
Top cover (see
Keyboard on page 40)
Mass storage devices on page 44)
Top cover on page 46)
Remove the WWAN module:
1.Remove the 2 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the WWAN connector module (3) to the
system board. (The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
2.
Disconnect the wireless antenna cables (2) from the terminals on the WWAN module.
NOTE:The red WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Main” terminal.
The blue WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Aux” terminal.
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3.
Remove the WWAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
Reverse this procedure to install the WWAN module.
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USB/audio board
DescriptionSpare part number
USB/audio board (includes cable)600124-001
Before removing the USB/audio board, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
6.
Remove the following components:
a.Keyboard (see
b.Hard drive (see
c.Top cover (see
Battery on page 36).
SIM on page 37).
Keyboard on page 40).
Mass storage devices on page 44).
Top cover on page 46).
Remove the USB board:
1.Release the ZIF connector (1) to which the USB/audio board cable is connected, and disconnect
the cable (2).
2.Release the USB/audio board from the clip attached to the base enclosure (3), and remove the
USB/audio board (4).
Reverse this procedure to install the USB/audio board.
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DC connector/power board
DescriptionSpare part number
DC connector/power board581326-001
Before removing the power/battery pass-through board, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
6.
Remove the following components:
a.Keyboard (see
b.Hard drive (see
c.Top cover (see
Battery on page 36).
SIM on page 37).
Keyboard on page 40)
Mass storage devices on page 44)
Top cover on page 46)
Remove the power/battery pass-through board:
1.Disconnect the power cable (1).
2.Remove the 2 Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws (2) that secure the power/battery pass-through board to
the base enclosure.
3.Remove the power/battery pass-through board (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the power/battery pass-through board.
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Fan
DescriptionSpare part number
Fan537613-001
NOTE:To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm (3-in) clearance on the left side of
the computer. The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by a temperature
sensor and is designed to turn 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 requirements.
Exhaust air is displaced through the ventilation grill located on the left side of the computer.
Before removing the fan, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
Battery on page 36).
SIM on page 37).
6.Remove the following components:
a.Keyboard (see
b.
Hard drive (see
c.Top cover (see
Keyboard on page 40)
Mass storage devices on page 44)
Top cover on page 46)
Remove the fan:
1.Disconnect the fan cable (1).
2.Remove the 2 Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws (2) that secure the fan to the base enclosure.
Before removing the heat sink assembly, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
6.
Remove the following components:
a.Keyboard (see
b.Hard drive (see
c.Top cover (see
d.WLAN module (see
e.Fan (see
Fan on page 56)
Battery on page 36).
SIM on page 37).
Keyboard on page 40)
Mass storage devices on page 44)
Top cover on page 46)
WLAN module on page 49)
Remove the heat sink assembly:
1.Remove the 4 Phillips PM1.6×2.5 screws (1) that secure the heat sink assembly to the system
board.
NOTE:The screws are numbered 1 through 4. Follow this order when removing the screws.
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2.
Remove the heat sink assembly (2).
NOTE:Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the heat sink
assembly and system board components, it may be necessary to move the heat sink assembly from
side to side to detach the assembly.
NOTE:The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the heat sink
assembly and the system board each time the heat sink assembly is removed. Thermal paste is
used on the processor (1), and thermal tape is used on the Northbridge chip (2). Replacement
thermal material is included with all heat sink assembly and system board spare part kits.
Reverse this procedure to install the heat sink assembly.
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System board
DescriptionSpare part number
System board (includes processor and replacement thermal material)
●
Intel Atom N270 1.6-GHz processor, 512-KB Level 2 cache, 533-MHz front-side bus (FSB)594804-001
●
Intel Atom N270 1.6-GHz processor, 512-KB Level 2 cache, 533-MHz front-side bus (FSB) for
use with WWAN option
Before removing the system board, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
599187-001
4.Remove the battery (see
5.If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
Battery on page 36).
SIM on page 37).
6.Remove the following components:
a.
Keyboard (see
b.Hard drive (see
c.Top cover (see
Keyboard on page 40)
Mass storage devices on page 44)
Top cover on page 46)
When replacing the system board, be sure that the following components are removed from the
defective system board and installed on the replacement system board:
●
WLAN module (see
●
WWAN module, if included (see
●
RTC battery (see
●
Heat sink assembly (see
WLAN module on page 49)
WWAN module on page 52)
RTC battery on page 43)
Heat sink assembly on page 58)
Remove the system board:
1.Release the tape securing the WWAN antennas (1).
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2.
Disconnect the following cables from the system board:
(2) Display panel cable
(3) Microphone cable
(4) Speaker cable
(5) WLAN cables
(6) WWAN cables (select models only)
3.Remove the 2 Phillips PM1.6×2.0 screws (1) that secure the actuators for the power switch and
wireless on/off switch to the system board.
4.Remove the actuators (2).
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5.
Remove the 3 Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws that secure the system board to the base enclosure.
6.Grasp the system board at the midpoint of the left side (1), and lift it up.
7.Pull the system board (2) out to the left at an angle to remove it.
8.Remove the system board.
Reverse the procedure to install the system board.
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Display assembly
NOTE:Each display assembly spare part kit includes 1 webcam, 1 microphone, 2 speakers, and 2
WLAN antenna assemblies; 2 WWAN antenna assemblies on select models.
DescriptionSpare part number
Display assembly, 25.7-cm (10.1-in), WSVGA, AntiGlare for use with WWAN594806-001
Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.If your computer has WWAN capability, remove the SIM (see
Battery on page 36).
SIM on page 37).
6.Remove the following components:
a.Keyboard (see
b.Hard drive (see
c.Top cover (see
Keyboard on page 40)
Mass storage devices on page 44)
Top cover on page 46)
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Remove the display assembly:
1.Release the tape securing the WWAN antennas (1).
2.Disconnect the following cables from the system board:
(2) Display panel cable
(3) Microphone cable
(4) Speaker cable
(5) WLAN cables
(6) WWAN cables (select models only)
CAUTION:Support the display assembly when removing the following screws. Failure to
support the display assembly can result in damage to the display assembly and other computer
components.
3.
Remove the 4 Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws (1) that secure the display assembly to the computer.
NOTE:One screw on the left hinge (2) also secures the display panel cable ground strap.
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4.
Remove the display assembly (3).
5.If it is necessary to replace the display bezel, perform the following steps:
a.
Remove the display hinge covers (1).
b.Flex the inside edges of the top and bottom (2), and then the left and right sides (3) of the
display bezel until the bezel disengages from the display enclosure.
c.Remove the display bezel (4).
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6.
If it is necessary to replace the display panel, perform the following steps:
a.Remove the 7 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws that secure the display panel to the display
enclosure.
b.Lift the display panel up from the display enclosure (1).
c.Disconnect the webcam cable (2) from the system board (2)
d.Remove the display panel (3) from the display enclosure.
7.If it is necessary to replace the speaker assembly, perform the following steps:
a.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the speaker assembly to the
display enclosure.
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b.
Remove the speaker assembly (2).
8.If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, perform the following steps:
a.Remove the 2 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure each hinge to the display enclosure.
b.Remove the hinges (2).
9.If it is necessary to replace the display panel cable, perform the following steps:
a.
Peel back the Mylar protection on the back of the display panel (1).
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b.
Disconnect the display panel cable (2).
10. If it is necessary to replace the webcam module, perform the following steps:
a.Disconnect the webcam cable (1) from the webcam.
b.Remove the webcam (2).
11. If it is necessary to replace the microphone receiver, perform the following steps:
a.
Release the microphone receiver from the clip (1) that secures it to the display enclosure.
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b.
Pull the receiver through the tabs (2), and remove the microphone receiver (3).
12. If it is necessary to replace the wireless antenna transceivers and cables, detach the cables from
the adhesive (1) that secures them to the display enclosure, and then remove the cables (2).
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly.
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5Computer Setup
Computer Setup in Windows 7
Starting the Setup Utility
The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your
Windows operating system is not working.
The utility reports information about the device and provides settings for startup, security, and other
preferences.
To start the Setup Utility:
▲
Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device, and then pressing f10 while the “F10
= BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
Using the Setup Utility
Changing the language of the Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to change the language of the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility is
not already running, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device, and then pressing f10 while the “F10
= BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter.
3.Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter.
4.When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed, press enter.
5.To save your change and exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving
Changes, and then press enter.
Your change goes into effect immediately.
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Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility
Because the Setup Utility is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and
selection are by keystroke.
●
To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys.
●
To choose an item in a list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use either the
arrow keys or f5 or f6.
●
To select an item, press enter.
●
To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.
●
To display additional navigation and selection information while the Setup Utility is open, press f1.
Displaying system information
The following procedure explains how to display system information in the Setup Utility. If the Setup
Utility is not open, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is open, begin at step 2.
1.
Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device, and then pressing f10 while the “F10
= BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Select the Main menu. System information such as the system time and date, and identification
information about the device is displayed.
3.To exit the Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit
Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the Setup Utility is
not already running, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the device, and then pressing f10 while the “F10
= BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults, and then press enter.
3.When the Setup Confirmation is displayed, press enter.
4.
To save your change and exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving
Changes, and then press enter.
The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the device restarts.
NOTE:Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory
default settings.
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Exiting the Setup Utility
You can exit the Setup Utility with or without saving changes.
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To exit the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the
arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter.
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To exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the
arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
After either choice, the device restarts in Windows.
Setup Utility menus
The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.
NOTE:Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your
device.
Main menu
SelectTo do this
System information
Security menu
SelectTo do this
Administrator passwordEnter, change, or delete an administrator password.
Power-On PasswordEnter, change, or delete a power-on password.
System Configuration menu
SelectTo do this
Language SupportChange the Setup Utility language.
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View and change the system time and date.
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View identification information about the device.
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View specification information about the processor, memory size,
and system BIOS.
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SelectTo do this
Processor C4 StateEnable/disable the processor C4 sleep state.
Boot OptionsSet the following boot options:
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f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12
functions of the Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5,
10, 15, 20).
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Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal
Network Adapter.
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Boot Order―Set the boot order for:
◦
Internal hard drive (select models only)
◦
USB Floppy
◦
USB CD/DVD ROM Drive
◦
USB flash drive
◦
USB Hard drive
◦
USB Card Reader
◦
Network adapter
Diagnostics menu
SelectTo do this
Hard Disk Self Test (select models only)Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.
Memory TestRun a diagnostic test on the system memory.
NOTE: Only the devices attached to the system will appear
in the boot order menu.
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Computer Setup in Windows XP
Starting Setup Utility
Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your
Windows operating system is not working.
The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other
preferences.
To start Setup Utility:
▲
Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the “F10
= BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
Using Setup Utility
Changing the language of Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to change the language of Setup Utility. If Setup Utility is not
already running, begin at step 1. If Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.Open Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the “F10
= BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter.
3.Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press enter.
4.When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed, press enter.
5.To save your change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving
Changes, and then press enter.
Your change goes into effect immediately.
Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility
Because Setup Utility is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and
selection are by keystroke.
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To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys.
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To choose an item in a list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use either the
arrow keys or f5 or f6.
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To select an item, press enter.
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To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.
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To display additional navigation and selection information while the Setup Utility is open, press f1.
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Displaying system information
The following procedure explains how to display system information in the Setup Utility. If the Setup
Utility is not open, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is open, begin at step 2.
1.Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the
“F10 = BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Select the Main menu. System information such as the system time and date, and identification
information about the computer is displayed.
3.
To exit the Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit
Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the Setup Utility is
not already running, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer, and then pressing f10 while the
“F10 = BIOS Setup Options” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults, and then press enter.
3.When the Setup Confirmation is displayed, press enter.
4.To save your change and exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving
Changes, and then press enter.
The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the computer restarts.
NOTE:Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory
default settings.
Exiting the Setup Utility
You can exit the Setup Utility with or without saving changes.
●
To exit the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the
arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter.
●
To exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the
arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
After either choice, the computer restarts and loads the operating system.
Setup Utility menus
The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.
NOTE:Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your
computer.
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Main menu
SelectTo do this
System information
Security menu
SelectTo do this
Administrator passwordEnter, change, or delete an administrator password.
Power-On PasswordEnter, change, or delete a power-on password.
System Configuration menu
SelectTo do this
Language SupportChange the Setup Utility language.
Processor C4 StateEnable/disable the processor C4 sleep state.
Boot OptionsSet the following boot options:
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View and change the system time and date.
●
View identification information about the computer.
●
View specification information about the processor, memory size,
and system BIOS.
●
f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12
functions of the Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5,
10, 15, 20).
●
Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal
Network Adapter.
●
Boot Order―Set the boot order for:
◦
Internal hard drive (select models only)
◦
USB Floppy
◦
USB CD/DVD ROM Drive
◦
USB flash drive
◦
USB Hard drive
◦
USB Card Reader
◦
Network adapter
NOTE: Only the devices attached to the system will appear
in the boot order menu.
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Diagnostics menu
SelectTo do this
Hard Disk Self Test (select models only)Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.
Memory TestRun a diagnostic test on the system memory.
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6Specifications
Computer specifications
Dimensions
Depth16.67 cm (6.56 in)
Width26.17 cm (10.30 in)
Height2.52 cm (0.99 in)
Weight
25.7-cm (10.1-in) LCD, equipped with a 3-cell battery, hard
drive, 1-GB memory, WLAN module, and 2 wireless antennas
Input power
Operating voltage19 V dc @ 1.58 A - 30 W
Operating current1.58 A
Temperature
Operating5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
Nonoperating-20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F)
Relative humidity (noncondensing)
Operating10% to 90%
Nonoperating0% to 95%
Maximum altitude (unpressurized)
Operating-15 m to 3,048 m (-50 ft to 10,000 ft)
Nonoperating-15 m to 12,192 m (-50 ft to 40,000 ft)
Shock
Operating125 g, 2 ms, half-sine
1.17 kg (2.57 lbs)
Nonoperating200 g, 2 ms, half-sine
Random vibration
Operating0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep
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rate
Nonoperating1.50 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.5 oct/min sweep
rate
NOTE: Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The computer operates well within this
* 1 GB = 1 billion bytes when referring to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. Actual drive
specifications may differ slightly.
NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Contact technical support for details.
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Solid-state drive specifications
Performance
Transfer modes supportedUDMA 0-4, Multiword-DMA 0-2, PIO 0-4
Read94902 KB/sec
Write26743 KB/sec
Characteristics
InterfaceSerial ATA revision 2.6
Flash typeMLC (LBG) NAND
Flash capacity16 GB
Electrical specifications
DC supply voltage5.0 V ±5%
Standby current130 mA (typical)
Active currentRead = 210.1 mA (average)
Write = 225.9 mA (average)
Environmental specifications
Operating temperature0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage temperature-40°C to +85°C (-40°F to 185°F)
Regulations and complianceRoHS, China RoHS, SGS ROHS, FCC, CE
UL – PCB Only
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System resource specifications
You can use Device Manager to get a graphical view of the system resources that control how the
devices work on the computer. System resources you can access from Device Manager are direct
memory access (DMA) channels, input/output (I/O) ports, interrupt request (IRQ) lines, and memory
addresses.
If two devices require the same resource and create a device conflict, you can manually change the
resource settings in Device Manager to be sure each setting is unique.
CAUTION:Improperly changing resource settings can disable your hardware and cause your
computer to malfunction or become inoperable. Only users who have expert knowledge of computer
hardware and hardware configurations should change resource settings.
To view resource settings in Windows 7 and Windows Vista:
1.Select Start > Computer.
2.Click System properties near the top of the Computer folder.
3.On the left, click Device Manager.
4.On the View menu, click one of the following:
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Resources by type
●
Resources by connection
To view resource settings in Windows XP:
1.Select Start > My Computer, or double-click My Computer on the desktop.
2.Under System Tasks, click View system information.
3.In the System Properties window, select the Hardware tab.
4.Click Device Manager.
5.On the View menu, click one of the following:
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Resources by type
●
Resources by connection
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7Backup and recovery
Select the section in this chapter that applies to the operating system installed on your computer.
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Windows 7 backup and recovery
Use the instructions in the section if Windows 7 is installed on your computer.
To protect your information, back up your files and folders. In case of system failure, you can use the
backup files to restore your computer.
CAUTION:In the event of a hard drive failure, you cannot use your computer to access the Disaster
Recovery utility. Therefore, HP recommends that you download the Disaster Recovery utility SoftPaq,
and then extract it to a USB flash drive as soon as possible after software setup. For details, refer to
“Downloading and extracting the Disaster Recovery utility” later in this chapter.
Depending on your computer model, you may have one of the following backup and recovery
solutions:
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Roxio BackOnTrack
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HP Recovery Manager
NOTE:For detailed information, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support.
Backing up and recovering using Roxio BackOnTrack
Successful recovery after a system failure depends on whether you have completely backed up your
files. If Roxio BackOnTrack is preinstalled on your computer, BackOnTrack allows you to create a
backup of your computer image. You should create the initial backup immediately after software setup.
As you add new software and data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular
basis to maintain a reasonably current backup.
Note the following guidelines when backing up your information:
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Store personal files in the Documents library and back up this folder regularly.
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Back up templates stored in their associated programs.
●
Save customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your
settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.
To copy the screen and paste it into a word-processing document, follow these steps:
1.Display the screen.
2.
Copy the screen:
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To copy the active window, press alt+fn+prt sc.
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To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc.
3.Open a word-processing document, select Edit>Paste.
4.Save the document.
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Creating a copy of the hard drive
The back up drive function of BackOnTrack creates a Disaster Recovery Set that is an exact image of
your hard drive data. You can back up the image to an external hard drive (purchased separately).
To create a Disaster Recovery Set using BackOnTrack, follow these steps:
NOTE:Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process.
NOTE:Comments are optional, but adding comments can help you remember the purpose of
the backup. The date and list of drives being backed up are automatically included in the
description.
6.
Select a destination for the Disaster Recovery Set.
NOTE:The destination cannot be a network drive.
7.Select the action button at the bottom-right of the computer screen.
8.Follow the on-screen instructions.
Performing a recovery
In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following ways to recover your files:
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BackOnTrack Disaster Recovery utility: You can use Disaster Recovery to recover your hard drive
image (including your files, programs, and operating system) after a hard drive failure.
●
BackOnTrack Instant Restore utility: You can use Instant Restore to quickly restore your computer to
a working state if a software-related problem occurs. The Instant Restore utility automatically
creates working states periodically. You can also define a working state by saving the current
computer state manually.
NOTE:For more information about computer system states, refer to the BackOnTrack software help.
Using the Disaster Recovery utility
NOTE:To perform a recovery with Disaster Recovery, you need a USB flash drive (purchased
separately). For optimum performance, the capacity of the drive should be no larger than 2 GB.
Disaster Recovery recovers data from a Disaster Recovery Set that you previously created with Roxio
BackOnTrack. Disaster Recovery is available from the HP Web site in a compressed file called a
SoftPaq.
NOTE:Running the SoftPaq makes the USB drive bootable.
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CAUTION:Before performing a disaster recovery, you must download the Disaster Recovery utility
and extract it to a USB flash drive.
Downloading and extracting the Disaster Recovery utility
To download and extract Disaster Recovery, follow these steps:
1.Connect a bootable USB flash drive or external drive to a USB port on your computer.
2.Open your Web browser, go to
3.Enter the SoftPaq number SP42226 in the Search box, press enter, and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
4.Select Download only to save the file to your computer.
5.When prompted, select Save, and then select the external drive from the list of storage locations.
6.After the file is downloaded, navigate to the USB flash drive or external drive, and then double-
click the SoftPaq file to format the USB flash drive and extract the Disaster Recovery files.
7.
If prompted to do so, restart your computer after the installation is complete.
Restoring your hard drive image
To restore your hard drive image using Disaster Recovery, follow these steps:
1.Connect the external hard drive containing the Disaster Recovery Set to your computer.
2.Connect the bootable USB flash drive containing the extracted Disaster Recovery utility to a USB
port on your computer.
3.
Change the boot device order by turning on or restarting the computer, and then press f9.
4.Use the arrow keys to select the USB flash drive, and then press enter.
http://www.hp.com/support, and select your country or region.
5.
At the Roxio BackOnTrack Disaster Recovery screen, select Disaster Recovery>Next.
6.
Browse to the external hard drive containing the Disaster Recovery Set, and then select Next.
7.
Select Next to proceed with the recovery.
NOTE:This process may take several minutes.
8.After a message on the screen reports a successful recovery, select Finish.
Using the Instant Restore utility
You can restore your computer from Windows when the operating system is functioning. If the
operating system is not functioning, you can also access the utility by restarting your computer.
NOTE:For more information about the Instant Restore utility, refer to the BackOnTrack software Help.
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Using the Instant Restore utility when the operating system is functioning
To recover information when the operating system is functioning properly, follow these steps:
1.Save and close all open documents and close any open programs.
4.Select Restore State, and then select a restore state.
5.Select the action button in the bottom-right corner of the computer screen.
6.Select Yes to confirm your selected restore state.
When the restore process is complete, the computer restarts and a notification message is displayed.
Using the Instant Restore utility when the operating system is not functioning
To recover information when the operating system is not functioning, follow these steps:
1.Restart the computer.
NOTE:If the operating system has stopped responding and the computer screen is blue, restart
the computer by turning the power switch off and then on.
2.When the computer logo (HP or Compaq) is displayed on the screen, press the f6 button
repeatedly until the Windows status bar is displayed.
3.When the Roxio BackOnTrack screen is displayed, follow the on-screen instructions.
Using Windows Backup and Restore
To create a backup using Windows Backup and Restore, follow these steps:
NOTE:Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process.
NOTE:The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the
computer.
1.
Select Start>All Programs>Maintenance>Backup and Restore.
2.Follow the on-screen instructions to set up and create a backup.
NOTE:Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your
computer. You may be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing
software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more
information.
Using system restore points
When you back up your system, you are creating a system restore point. A system restore point allows
you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then revert
back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your system.
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NOTE:Recovering to an earlier restore point does not affect data files saved or e-mails created since
the last restore point.
You also can create additional restore points to provide increased protection for your system files and
settings.
When to create restore points
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Before you add or extensively modify software or hardware.
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Periodically, whenever the system is performing optimally.
NOTE:If you revert to a restore point and then change your mind, you can reverse the restoration.
Creating a system restore point
1.Select Start>Control Panel>System and Security>System.
2.In the left pane, select System protection.
3.Select the System Protection tab.
4.Under Protection Settings, select the disk for which you want to create a restore point.
5.Select Create.
6.Follow the on-screen instructions.
Restoring to a previous date and time
To revert to a restore point (created at a previous date and time) when the computer was functioning
optimally, follow these steps:
1.Select Start>Control Panel>System and Security>System.
2.In the left pane, select System protection.
3.Select the System Protection tab.
4.Select System Restore.
5.Follow the on-screen instructions.
Backing up and recovering using HP Recovery Manager
If your computer includes HP Recovery Manager, tools provided by the operating system and by HP
Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the following tasks for safeguarding your
information and restoring it in case of a system failure:
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Backing up your information
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Creating a set of recovery discs
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Creating system restore points
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Recovering a program or driver
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Performing a full system recovery
Backing up your information
As you add new software and data files, you should back up your system on a regular basis to
maintain a reasonably current backup. Back up your system at the following times:
●
At regularly scheduled times
NOTE:Set reminders to back up your information periodically.
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Before the computer is repaired or restored
●
Before you add or modify hardware or software
Note the following when backing up:
●
Create system restore points using the Windows System Restore feature, and periodically copy
them to a disc.
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Store personal files in the Documents library, and periodically back up this folder.
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Back up templates stored in their associated programs.
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You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs.
●
When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R,
CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD-R, or DVD±RW. The discs you use depend on the type of optical drive you
are using.
NOTE:DVDs store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of
recovery discs required.
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When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into an optical drive.
●
Save the customized settings in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of the
settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.
To copy the screen and paste the image into a word-processing document:
1.Display the screen.
2.Copy the screen:
To copy only the active window, press alt+prt sc.
To copy the entire screen, press prt sc.
3.
Open a word-processing document, select Edit> Paste.
4.
Save the document.
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Creating a set of recovery discs
HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can restore your system to its original
factory state if you experience serious system failure or instability. Create these discs after setting up the
computer for the first time.
NOTE:This task will require an optional external or shared optical drive.
Handle these discs carefully and keep them in a safe place. The software allows the creation of only
one set of recovery discs.
Note the following guidelines before creating recovery discs:
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You will need high-quality DVD-R, DVD+R, BD-R (writable Blu-ray), or CD-R discs. All these discs
are purchased separately. DVDs have a larger storage capacity than CDs. If you use CDs, up to
20 discs may be required, whereas only a few DVDs are required.
NOTE:Double-layer discs and read-write discs—such as CD-RW, DVD±RW, and BD-RE
(rewritable Blu-ray) discs—are not compatible with the Recovery Manager software.
●
The computer must be connected to AC power during this process.
●
Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer.
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Number each disc before inserting it into an optical drive.
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If necessary, you can exit the program before you have finished creating the recovery discs. The
next time you open Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue the disc creation
process.
NOTE:You can recover only files that you have previously backed up. HP recommends that you use
Recovery Manager to create a set of recovery discs (entire drive backup) as soon as you set up your
computer.
Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the system if you experience system failure
or instability. Recovery Manager works from recovery discs that you create or from a dedicated
recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive. However, computers that include a solid-state
drive (SSD) may not have a recovery partition. If that is the case, recovery discs have been included
with your computer. Use these discs to recover your operating system and software.
NOTE:Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as System Restore. If you have not already
tried these features, try them before using Recovery Manager. For more information on these built-in
repair features, select Start>Help and Support.
NOTE:Recovery Manager recovers only the software that was preinstalled at the factory. Software
not provided with this computer must be downloaded from the manufacturer’s Web site or reinstalled
from the disc provided by the manufacturer.
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Recovering using the recovery discs
To restore the system from the recovery discs:
1.
Back up all personal files.
2.Insert the first recovery disc into an optional optical drive, and restart the computer.
3.Follow the on-screen instructions.
Recovering using the partition on the hard drive (select models only)
On some models, you can perform a recovery from the partition on the hard drive, which is accessed
by pressing either the Start button or f11. This restores the computer to its factory condition.
NOTE:Computers with an SSD may not have a recovery partition. If the computer does not have a
recovery partition, you will not be able to recover using this procedure. Recovery discs have been
included for computers that do not have a partition. Use these discs to recover your operating system
and software.
To restore the system from the partition, follow these steps:
1.Access Recovery Manager in either of the following ways: