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First Edition: May 2008
Document Part Number: 462925-001
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).
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Table of contents
1 Product description
2 External component identification
Top components ................................................................................................................................... 4
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 104
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1Product description
CategoryDescription
Product NameHP 2533t Mobile Thin Client
ProcessorsVia C7-M Ultra-Low Voltage (ULV) 1.00-GHz, 128-KB L2 cache, 400-MHz front side bus (FSB)
WirelessIntegrated WLAN options by way of wireless module:
Support for 2 dual-band 2.4-/5.0-GHz WLAN antennae built into display assembly
Support for no-WLAN option
Support for Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN format
External media cardOne Type I/II PC Card slot, 16-bit PCMCIA and 32-bit Cardbus
SD/MMC Card Reader supporting Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card and MultiMediaCard (MMC)
PortsAudio-in (stereo microphone)
Audio-out (stereo headphone)
Docking
RJ-11 (modem)
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
USB (2 with optical drive, 3 without optical drive)
VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 × 1200 external resolution at 75-GHz (hot plug/unplug with
3-pin AC power via the HP Smart Adapter
DockingHP 2400/2500 Series Docking Station (TV-out connector does not work)
Keyboard/pointing
devices
Pointing stick with 2 pointing stick buttons
TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons and vertical scrolling zone
Spill-resistant keyboard
Windows Vista® Start button
Durable key caps
Power requirements65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support (2-wire plug with ground pin, supports 3-pin DC
9-cell, 83.0-Wh Li-ion battery with fuel gauge
auto-detect)
4.21-inch × 10.71-inch keyboard with embedded numeric keypad
connector)
6-cell, 55.0-Wh Li-ion battery with fuel gauge
3-cell, 31.0-Wh Li-ion battery with fuel gauge
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CategoryDescription
SecuritySupports Kensington security sock
Optional removable active smart card reader, occupies the single PC Card slot
Operating systemPreinstalled:
Windows® XP Embedded (XPe) in French, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Spanish,
Traditional Chinese, and U.S. English
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Battery (system)
Flash drive
Memory module
Optical drive
RTC battery
WLAN module
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2External component identification
Top components
Display
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Wireless antennae (2)Send and receive signals from one or more wireless
(2)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
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devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside
of the computer.
NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas
immediately around the antennae free from
obstructions.
NOTE: 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 the printed Getting Startedguide.
TouchPad
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Pointing stick*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on
the screen.
(2)Left pointing stick button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on
the screen.
(4)Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)Right pointing stick button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(6)TouchPad scroll zoneScrolls up or down.
(7)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 components5
Buttons
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Power button
(2)Info buttonLaunches Info Center.
(3)Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off, but does not
(4)Presentation buttonOpens the Presentation Options window, where you can
(5)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on or off.
(6)Volume mute buttonMutes and restores computer sound.
(7)Volume scroll zoneAdjusts speaker volume. Slide your finger to the left to
When the computer is off, press the button to turn
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on the computer.
When the computer is on, press the button to turn
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off the computer.
When the computer is in Standby, press the button
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briefly to exit Standby.
establish a wireless connection.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to
establish a wireless connection.
start a frequently used presentation, file, program, or
Web site. You can also adjust display settings for
optimum viewing.
decrease volume and to the right to increase volume.
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Keys
ItemComponentFunction
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when
pressed in combination with a function key or the esc
key.
(3)Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
(4)Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
(5)Embedded numeric keypad keysCan be used like the keys on an external numeric
keypad.
(6)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when
pressed in combination with the fn key.
Top components7
Lights
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Wireless lights* (2)
(2)Power lights† (2)
(3)Battery light
(4)Drive lightBlinking: The flash drive or optional optical drive is
(5)TouchPad on/off light
Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a
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wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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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.
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Amber: A battery is charging.
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Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity.
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Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available
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power source has reached a low battery level.
When the battery reaches a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
Off: If the computer is plugged into an external
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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.
being accessed.
Turquoise: TouchPad is on.
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(6)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(7)Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on.
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Amber: TouchPad is off.
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ItemComponentFunction
(8)Volume mute light
*The 2 wireless lights display the same information. The light on the wireless button is visible only when the computer is open.
The wireless light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.
†The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The
power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.
Turquoise: Computer sound is on.
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Amber: Computer sound is off.
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Top components9
Front components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Wireless light
(2)Power light
(3)Battery light
(4)Drive lightBlinking: The flash drive or optional optical drive is
(5)Display release latchOpens the computer.
Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a
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wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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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.
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Amber: A battery is charging.
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Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity.
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Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available
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power source has reached a low battery level.
When the battery reaches a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
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.
being accessed.
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Right-side components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)PC Card slot*Supports optional Type I and Type II 32-bit (CardBus) or
(2)SD Card Reader*Supports the Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card and
(3)Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered
(4)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone,
(5)USB port†Connects an optional USB device.
(6)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
16-bit PC Cards.
MultiMediaCard (MMC) optional digital card formats.
stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or
television audio.
stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(7)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(8)Docking connectorConnects an optional docking device.
*To view the status of the PC Card Slot and SD Card Reader, go to Computer Setup (f10).
†To view the status of the USB ports, use the USB Storage Options utility. Refer to the “Securing USB ports” section in the
Administrator's Guide for additional information.
Right-side components11
Left-side components
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
(3)Powered USB port*Provides power to an external device if used with a
(4)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(5)USB port*Connects an optional USB device.
*To view the status of the USB ports, use the USB Storage Options utility. Refer to the “Securing USB ports” section in the
Administrator's Guide for additional information.
powered USB cable.
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
(3)Powered USB port*Provides power to an external device if used with a
(4)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(5)Optical drive (select models only)Reads an optical disc.
*To view the status of the USB ports, use the USB Storage Options utility. Refer to the “Securing USB ports” section in the
Administrator's Guide for additional information.
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powered USB cable.
Rear components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(2)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.
Rear components13
Bottom components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)SpeakerProduces sound.
(2)Memory module compartmentContains a memory module slot and a WLAN
module slot.
CAUTION: 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.
(3)Vents (5)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(4)Battery release latches (2)Release the battery from the battery bay.
(5)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(6)Flash drive bayHolds the flash drive.
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3Illustrated 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.
(17)Solid-state, parallel ATA (PATA) flash drives (include flash drive bracket)
1-GB solid-state, PATA flash drive481095-001
(18)Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN modules:
2-GB solid-state, PATA flash drive494352-001
For use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
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and the United States
For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda,
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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, the People's Republic of China, 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, 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, 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 St. 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
Bluetooth module compartment cover (includes one captive screw, secured by a C-clip)
(4)Memory module compartment cover (includes one captive screw, secured by a C-clip)
(5)Rear cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips)
Plastics Kit19
Cable Kit
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
Cable Kit:481092-001
(1)Wireless antenna transceivers and cables
(2)Microphone receiver and cable
(3)LED board cable
(4)Modem module cable
Miscellaneous parts
DescriptionSpare part number
65-W, 3-prong, PFC AC adapter463958-001
Power cord490371-001
Screw Kit
Phillips PM2.5×11.0 captive screw
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Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw
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Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw
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Phillips PM2.0×6.0 screw
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Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screw
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Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw
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Torx T8M2.5×10.0 captive screw
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Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screw
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481107-001
Torx T8M2.0×5.0 screw
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Sequential part number listing
Spare part
number
441075-001Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico,
441075-002Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola,
441075-291Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Japan
Description
the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United States
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, the People's Republic of China, 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, 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, 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 St. 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
461750-001Modem module for use in all countries and regions except Australia and New Zealand
NOTE: The modem module spare part kits do not include a modem module cable. The modem module cable
is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 481092-001. See
part number information.
461750-002Modem module for use only in Australia and New Zealand
NOTE: The modem module spare part kits do not include a modem module cable. The modem module cable
is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 481092-001. See
part number information.