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First Edition: December 2007
Document Part Number: 460150-001
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 computer 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).
computer models equipped with
Windows Vista™ Basic)
1024-MB total system memory (512 × 2, dual-
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channel)
512-MB total system memory (512 × 1, only on
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computer models equipped with
Windows Vista Basic)
Hard drives
Customer-accessible√√
Serial ATA (SATA)√√
Supports the following drives:
Optical drives
Customer-accessible√√
Parallel ATA√√
Supports 9.5-mm, 2.5-inch hard drives√√
√√
160-GB, 5400-rpm
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120-GB, 5400-rpm
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Fixed (removal of 1 screw required)√√
2Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescriptionComputers
equipped with
965GM
system board
12.7-mm tray load√√
Computers
equipped with
960GL
system board
Supports the following drives:
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer
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Combo Drive with LightScribe
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer
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Combo Drive
Diskette drive
Web camera
Microphone
Audio
2 Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers√√
Modem
Supports all world-wide certification requirements√√
Ethernet
WirelessIntegrated WLAN options by way of wireless module:
Support for the following WLAN formats:
Supports external USB diskette drive only√√
VGA camera, 30 frames per second√√
Integrated omnidirectional mono microphone√√
High-definition, Azalia technology audio√√
56K V.92 38.1-mm (1.5-inch) data/fax modem√√
10/100 network interface card (NIC)√√
3 wireless antennae built into display assembly√√
Intel Pro 3945a/b/g
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√√
√
Intel Pro 4965a/b/g/n
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Support for the following WLAN formats:
Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g
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Broadcom 802.11a/b/g
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External media card
Ports
Audio-out (stereo headphone)√√
S-Video-out√√
RJ-11 (modem)√√
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)√√
USB (3)√√
VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 × 1200 external
Multi-pin AC power√√
Docking
Digital Media Slot supporting SD, MMC, MS, MSPro, xD.
With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD,
MMC, MS Duo.
Audio-in (mono microphone)√√
resolution at 75 Hz (hot plug/unplug with auto-detect)
None√√
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CategoryDescriptionComputers
equipped with
965GM
system board
Computers
equipped with
960GL
system board
Keyboard/
pointing devices
TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons√√
Supports 2-way scroll√√
Taps enabled as default√√
Power requirements
6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh) Li-ion battery√√
Security
Operating systemPreinstalled:
Windows Vista Home Basic 32√√
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
Battery (system)√√
Hard drive√√
Memory module√√
Optical drive√√
Spill-resistant 36.6-cm (14.4-inch) keyboard√√
65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support√√
Security cable slot√√
Windows Vista Premium 32√√
AC adapter√√
WLAN module√√
4Chapter 1 Product description
2
External component identification
Display components
ItemComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
*To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your
country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
Internal display switchTurns off the display if the display is closed while the
computer is turned on.
Wireless antennae (3)*Send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices.
NOTE: The antennae are not visible from the outside of
the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas
immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.
Webcam lightOn: The integrated camera is in use.
WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
Internal microphoneRecords sound.
Display components5
Top components
Buttons, lights, and speakers
ItemComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Speakers (2)Produce sound.
Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off, but does not establish
a wireless connection.
NOTE: To establish a wireless connection, a wireless
network must already be set up.
Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
Wireless light
Drive lightBlinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
Battery light
Power light
Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a WLAN
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device, is turned on.
Amber: An integrated wireless device is turned off.
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On: A battery is charging.
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Blinking: A battery that is the only available power
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source has reached a low battery level or a critical
battery level.
Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power
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source, the light is turned 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.
On: The computer is on.
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6Chapter 2 External component identification
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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ItemComponentDescription
(8)
(9)
Power button●When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad
the computer.
When the computer is on, press the button to
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initiate Sleep.
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
●
button briefly to exit Sleep.
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
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briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows®
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about power settings, select Start >
Control Panel > System and Maintenance >
Power Options.
is enabled.
Top components7
Keys
ItemComponentFunction
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key or the esc key.
esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
Integrated numeric keypad keysCan be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Pointing devices
ItemComponentFunction
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
*This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel >
Hardware and Sound > Mouse.
TouchPad light
TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on
TouchPad horizontal scroll zoneScrolls left or right.
Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
TouchPad vertical scroll zoneScrolls up or down.
TouchPad on/off buttonEnables/disables the TouchPad.
Blue: TouchPad is enabled.
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Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
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the screen.
Top components9
Front components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)
(2)
Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
Right-side components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)
(2)
(3)
USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
Optical driveReads optical discs and on select models also writes to
Optical drive lightBlinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or
television audio.
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
optical discs.
(4)
Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
Left-side components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
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.
RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
S-Video-out jackConnects an optional S-Video device such as a television,
VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video
capture card.
Digital Media SlotSupports the following optional digital card formats: Secure
Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC),
Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xDPicture Card (XD).
USB portConnects an optional USB device.
Left-side components11
Bottom components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
Battery bayHolds the battery.
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
Vents (3)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
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/WLAN module compartmentContains the memory module slots and the WLAN module
slot.
Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
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Illustrated parts catalog
Serial number location
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number
located on the bottom of the computer.
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,
441086-003
441075-001
441075-002
16Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia and Montenegro,
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
●For use in Aruba, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Bulgaria,
●For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda,
Intel 802.11a/b/g WLAN modules:
For use in Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, the Bahamas, Barbados, Brunei,
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Canada, Chile, the Dominican Republic, Guam, Guatemala, Hong Kong, India,
Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Saudi Arabia,
Taiwan, the United States, and Vietnam
the Cayman Islands, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt,
El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Latvia, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Oman, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania,
Russia, Serbia and Montenegro, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain,
Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and Uzbekistan
Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g WLAN modules:
For use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
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and the United States
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, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African
Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the
Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor,
Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equitorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland,
France, French Guiana, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar,
Greece, the Grenadines, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana,
Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy,
the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait,
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, Qatar, the Republic of Moldova, Romania,
Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal,
Serbia and Montenegro, 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, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, 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
451861-001
451861-002
459339-001
459339-002
●For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda,
Broadcom 802.11b/g WLAN modules:
For use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands,