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contained herein.
Product notice
This guide describes features that are common
to most models. Some features may not be
available on your computer.
Not all features are available in all editions of
Windows 8. This computer may require
upgraded and/or separately purchased
hardware, drivers, and/or software to take full
advantage of Windows 8 functionality. See for
http://www.microsoft.com details.
This computer may require upgraded and/ or
separately purchased hardware and/or a DVD
drive to install the Windows 7 software and
take full advantage of Windows 7 functionality.
See
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/
windows7/get-know-windows-7 for details.
To access the latest user guide, go to
www.hp.com/support, and select your country.
Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow
the on-screen instructions.
Second Edition: May 2015
First Edition: June 2014
Document Part Number: 764419-002
http://
Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts
CAUTION:Your computer includes Customer Self-Repair parts and parts that should only be accessed by an
authorized service provider. See
on page 47 for details. Accessing parts described in Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized
Service Provider parts on page 63 can damage the computer or void your warranty.
Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts
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Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the
device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device 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 device 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).
Top ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Front ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Left ....................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Right ..................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Service Label ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 21
Computer major components ............................................................................................................................. 22
HP EliteBook 745 models .................................................................................................................. 26
HP EliteBook 755 models .................................................................................................................. 28
Mass storage devices .......................................................................................................................................... 30
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 32
Sequential part number listing ........................................................................................................................... 33
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 41
Service considerations ........................................................................................................................................ 41
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 41
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 41
Service door ....................................................................................................................................... 47
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 50
Internal base enclosure .................................................................................................................... 68
Internal base enclosure (HP EliteBook 745 models) ..................................................... 68
Internal base enclosure (HP EliteBook 755 models) ..................................................... 71
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 74
7 Computer Setup (BIOS), MultiBoot, and System Diagnostics in Windows 8.1 ..................................................... 99
Using Computer Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 99
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ................................................................................... 99
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ............................................................................... 100
Updating the BIOS ........................................................................................................................... 100
Determining the BIOS version ...................................................................................... 101
Downloading a BIOS update ......................................................................................... 101
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Using MultiBoot ................................................................................................................................................. 102
About the boot device order ........................................................................................................... 102
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) (select models only) ...................................................................... 104
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ............................................... 105
8 Computer Setup (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) in Windows 7 ................................................. 107
Using Computer Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 107
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ................................................................................. 107
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ............................................................................... 108
Updating the BIOS ........................................................................................................................... 108
Determining the BIOS version ...................................................................................... 109
Downloading a BIOS update ......................................................................................... 109
Using MultiBoot ................................................................................................................................................. 110
About the boot device order ........................................................................................................... 110
Using Setup Utility ............................................................................................................................................. 115
Changing the language of Setup Utility .......................................................................................... 115
Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility ....................................................................................... 115
Displaying system information ...................................................................................................... 116
Restoring factory default settings in Setup Utility ........................................................................ 116
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ........................................................................................................ 116
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device ............................................... 117
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10 Backup and recovery in Windows 8.1 ......................................................................................................... 119
Backing up your information ............................................................................................................................. 119
Performing a system recovery .......................................................................................................................... 119
Using the Windows recovery tools ................................................................................................. 120
Using f11 recovery tools ................................................................................................................. 120
Using Windows 8.1 operating system media (purchased separately) .......................................... 121
Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset .................................................................................... 122
Using HP Software Setup ................................................................................................................ 122
11 Backup and recovery in Windows 7 ............................................................................................................ 123
Creating recovery media and backups .............................................................................................................. 123
Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator ............................................................... 124
Creating recovery media .............................................................................................. 124
Backing up your information .......................................................................................................... 124
Performing a system recovery .......................................................................................................................... 125
Using the Windows recovery tools ................................................................................................. 125
Using f11 recovery tools (select models only) ............................................................................... 127
Using Windows 7 operating system media .................................................................................... 127
12 Backing up, restoring, and recovering in Ubuntu ........................................................................................ 129
Creating a restore image ................................................................................................................................... 129
Creating restore image on DVDs ..................................................................................................... 129
Creating a restore image on a USB device ...................................................................................... 130
Restoring the original factory state ............................................................................................... 130
Backing up your data files ................................................................................................................................. 132
Restoring your data files ................................................................................................................................... 133
35.6 cm (14.0 in) HD SVA display specifications ............................................................................................... 138
35.6 cm (14.0 in) HD+ SVA display specifications ............................................................................................. 139
35.6 cm (14.0 in) FHD, UWVA display specifications ........................................................................................ 140
39.6 cm (15.6 in) HD SVA display specifications ............................................................................................... 141
39.6 cm (15.6 in) FHD SVA display specifications ............................................................................................. 142
Hard drive specifications ................................................................................................................................... 143
Questions and answers ..................................................................................................................................... 149
Using HP Sure Start (select models only) ......................................................................................................... 150
15 Power cord set requirements .................................................................................................................... 151
Requirements for all countries ......................................................................................................................... 151
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................................. 152
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 157
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1Product description
CategoryDescriptionHP EliteBook
745
HP EliteBook
755
Product NameHP EliteBook 745 G2 Notebook PC√
HP EliteBook 755 G2 Notebook PC√
ProcessorsOffers the following processors:
●
AMD™ A6 Pro-7050B with Radeon™ R4 Graphics (dual-core; 3.0
√√
GHz/2.2 GHz; 17 W; 1 MB L2 cache)
●
AMD A8 Pro-7150B with Radeon R5 Graphics (quad-core; 3.2 GHz/
2.0 GHz; 19 W; 4 MB L2 cache)
●
AMD A10 Pro-7350B with Radeon R6 Graphics (quad-core; 3.3 GHz/
2.1 GHz; 19 W; 4 MB L2 cache)
Fusion Controller HubAMD A76M FCH√√
GraphicsAMD UMA Graphics - with shared video memory
√√
Support dual-display ports through the dock
UMA configurations support 3 independent displays when on the HP
2013 UltraSlim Docking Station
PanelAll display assemblies include two wireless local area network (WLAN)
√√
antenna cables and two wireless wide area network (WWAN) antenna
cables
●
(35.6 cm) 14.0 in HD AG SVA 45% CG 200 nits (cd/m
2
) eDP 1.2 flat
√
(1366x768) display with and without webcam
●
(35.6 cm) 14.0 in HD+ AG SVA 45% CG 250 nits (cd/m
2
) eDP 1.2 flat
(1600x900) display with and without webcam
●
(35.6 cm) 14.0 in FHD AG UWVA 72% CG 300 nits (cd/m
2
) eDP 1.3 +
PSR slim (1920x1080) display with and without webcam
●
(35.6 cm) 14.0 in FHD UWVA 72% CG 300 nits (cd/m
2
) eDP 1.3 +
PSR slim (1920x1080) display with capacitive touch enabled and
webcam
●
(39.6 cm) 15.6 in HD AG SVA 45% CG 200 nits (cd/m
2
) eDP 1.2 flat
√
(1366x768) display with and without webcam
●
(39.6 cm) 15.6 in FHD AG SVA 60% CG 300 nits (cd/m
2
) eDP 1.2 slim
(1920x1080) display with and without webcam
●
(39.6 cm) 15.6 in FHD AG SVA 60% CG 300 nits (cd/m
2
) eDP 1.2 slim
(1920x1080) display capacitive touch enabled and webcam
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CategoryDescriptionHP EliteBook
745
HP EliteBook
755
MemoryTwo customer-accessible/upgradable memory module slots with the
following specifications:
DDR3L PC3L-12800 (1600 MHz) SODIMMs
Supports dual channel memory
Supports 16384 MB of system RAM in the following configurations:
●
16384 MB (8192 MB×2)
●
12288 MB (8192 MB+4096 MB)
●
8192 MB (8192 MB×1 or 4096 MB×2)
●
6144 MB (4096 MB+2048 MB)
●
4096 MB (4096 MB×1)
●
2048 MB (2048×1)
Primary storageSupports 2.5 in (6.35 cm) hard drives in 9.5 mm (.37 in) and 7.0 mm (.28
in) thicknesses (all hard drives use the same bracket)
Compatible with Miracast-certified devices for Windows® 8.1
Integrated wireless wide area network (WWAN) options by way of
wireless module
Two world-wide/5-band WWAN antennas built into display assembly
Secured by subscriber identity module (SIM, user-accessible behind
battery)
Support for the following WWAN formats:
●
HP lt4211 LTE/EV-DO/HSPA+ 4G Mobile Broadband Module
√√
√√
●
HP lt4112 LTE/HSPA+ 4G Mobile Broadband Module
●
HP hs3110 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module
Supports no WWAN option
Supports WWAN after market option
External media cardsMedia reader slot supporting the following digital card formats:
●
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●
SDHC
●
SDXC
√√
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CategoryDescriptionHP EliteBook
745
HP EliteBook
755
PortsOffers the following ports:
●
Headphone/microphone combo
●
DisplayPort 1.2
●
Docking connector
●
USB 3.0 ports (3)
●
USB 3.0 charging port
●
HP Smart AC adapter
●
RJ-45 (Ethernet)
●
VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting: 1920×1200 external resolution @
75 Hz, hot plug and unplug and auto detection for correct output
to wide-aspect versus standard aspect video
Keyboard/pointing
devices
Backlit (select models only)√√
Gesture support: MultiTouch gestures enabled, two-finger scrolling, and
Taps enabled by default√√
●
Secondary battery connector√
Glass with chemical etched surface, dual-point, spill-resistant with
drain, DuraKeys
pinch-zoom as default
√√
√√
√√
Supports two-way scroll√√
On/off button√√
Power requirementsSupports the following HP Smart AC adapters:
Supports the following batteries:
SecuritySupports security cable lock√√
Supports fingerprint reader and no fingerprint reader option√√
45 W 2-prong 7.4 mm DC jack AC adapter (select models only)√√
√√
●
3 cell, 50 Wh, 4.45 Ah long-life battery
●
3 cell, 24 Wh, 2.2 Ah long-life battery
●
Secondary 6 cell, 60 Wh, 2.7 Ah battery√
√√
and TPM Enhanced Drive Lock
Operating systemWindows 7, Service Pack 1√√
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CategoryDescriptionHP EliteBook
745
HP EliteBook
755
Preinstalled:
●
Windows® 8.1 ML 64
●
Windows 8.1 CH 64
●
Windows 8.1 EM 64
●
Windows 8.1 Professional 64
●
Windows 8.1 Professional 64 DPK with Windows 7 Professional 64
and 32
●
Windows 7 Home Premium 64
●
Windows 7 Home Premium 32 (only available if 4096 MB Total
System Memory or less is selected)
●
Windows 7 Home Basic 32 (only available if 4096 MB Total System
Memory or less is selected)
●
Windows 7 Professional 64
●
Windows 7 Professional 32 (only available if 4096 MB Total
System Memory or less is selected)
●
FreeDOS 2.0
●
Ubuntu Linux
Restore media—DR-DVD:
√√
√√
●
Windows 8.1 (available with any Windows 8.1 operating system
and required with Windows 8.1 Professional downgrade operating
system)
●
Windows 7 (available with any Windows 7 or Windows 8.1
Professional downgrade operating system)
Restore media—OS-DVD:
●
Windows 8.1 Professional 64 (only available and required with
Windows 8 Professional downgrade operating system)
●
Windows 8.1 64
●
Windows 8.1 Country-Specific 64
●
Windows 8.1 Emerging Market 64 (available with Windows 8.1
downgrade AVs only except Asia-Pacific countries and regions and
the People's Republic of China)
●
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 and 32 (available with any Windows
7 HP operating system except Asia-Pacific countries and regions
and the People's Republic of China)
●
Windows 7 Professional 64 and 32 (available with any Windows 7
Professional or Windows 8.1 Professional downgrade except AsiaPacific countries and regions and the People's Republic of China)
●
Windows 7 Home Basic 32 (available with any Windows 7 Home
Basic except Asia-Pacific countries and regions and the People's
Republic of China)
√√
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CategoryDescriptionHP EliteBook
745
HP EliteBook
755
Certified:
●
Microsoft® WHQL
Web-only support:
●
Windows 8.1 Enterprise 64
●
Windows 7 Enterprise 64 and 32
ServiceabilityEnd user replaceable parts:
●
AC adapter
●
Battery
●
HDD/SSD hard drive
●
Keyboard
●
Memory module
●
WLAN module
●
WWAN module
√√
√√
√√
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2External component identification
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLAN).
(2)WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
area networks (WWAN).
(3)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(4)Webcam light (select models only)On: The webcam is in use.
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ComponentDescription
(5)Webcam (select models only)Records video and captures still photographs.
For information on using the webcam:
Windows 8.1:
On the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
Windows 7:
Select Start > All Programs > Communication and Chat >HP
WebCam.
(6)Internal display switchTurns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while
the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible on the outside of the
computer.
*The antennas are not visible on the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and EnvironmentalNotices that applies to your country or region.
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)Pointing stick Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(2)Left pointing stick buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off. (Select models only.)
(4)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(5)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
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ComponentDescription
(6)Right pointing stick buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
(7)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
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Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(3) TouchPad light
(4)
(5)Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on.
(6)
(7)
Power light
Microphone mute light
Wireless light
Mute light
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off.
●
On: The TouchPad is off.
●
Off: The TouchPad is on.
(Select models only.)
●
Amber: microphone sound is off.
●
Off: microphone sound is on.
●
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth
device, is on.
●
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
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Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)
ComponentDescription
(1)
Power button
●
When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the
computer.
●
When the computer is on, press the button briefly to 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
briefly to exit Hibernation.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will
result in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and operating system
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power
button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings:
Windows 8.1:
From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then
select Power Options.
Windows 7:
Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power
Options.
(2) Speakers (2)Produce sound.
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ComponentDescription
(3)
(4)
(5)Fingerprint reader (select models only)Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
logon.
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Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc key(Windows only) Displays 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, the num lk key, or the esc key.
(3)
(4)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
(5)Embedded numeric keypad When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an external
Windows key Windows 8.1:
Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
Windows desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return you to the
previous screen.
Windows 7:
Displays the Windows Start menu.
Ubuntu:
Displays the operating system menu.
combination with the fn key.
numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the
icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
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ComponentDescription
Front
(6)
(7)num lk keyTurns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed
ComponentDescription
(1)
Applications keyWindows 8.1:
Displays options for a selected object.
Windows 7 and Ubuntu:
Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
in combination with the fn key.
Wireless light
●
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth device, is on.
(2)
(3)
(4)
Power light
AC adapter/Battery light
Hard drive light
●
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off.
●
White: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.
●
Amber: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 0 to 90 percent.
●
Blinking amber: 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.
●
Off: The battery is fully charged.
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
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Left
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
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.
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.
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
USB 3.0 charging portConnects optional USB 3.0 devices and provides enhanced USB
power performance. The USB charging port can also charge
select models of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the
computer is off.
USB 3.0 portConnects optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB
power performance.
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Right
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)
(3)Memory card readerReads data from and writes data to memory cards such as
(4)
(5)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
DisplayPortConnects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
USB 3.0 ports (2)Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
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, see the Regulatory, Safety,and Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and
audio-in (microphone).
performance monitor or projector.
Secure Digital (SD).
power performance.
(6)Docking connectorConnects an optional docking device.
(7)
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
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Bottom
NOTE:Your computer bottom will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration that
most closely matches your computer.
ComponentDescription
(1)Accessory battery connectorConnects an optional accessory battery.
(2)Service doorProvides access to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN
(WLAN) module slot, the WWAN module slot, and the
memory module slots.
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, and then contact support.
Windows 8.1:
On the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
Other operating systems:
Go to
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or
region, and follow the on-screen instructions.
(3)
Service door release latch Releases the service door on the computer.
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ComponentDescription
(4)
(5)Vents (2)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
(6)
Service door release lockLocks service door.
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.
SIM slot (select models only)Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM). The
SIM slot is located inside the battery bay.
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