HP Compaq Presario CQ1-1020, Compaq Presario CQ1-1130, Compaq Presario CQ1-1225 Service Guide
Upgrading and Servicing Guide
Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive .......2
Before You Begin................................................. 2
Computer Preparation .......................................... 2
Removing the CD/DVD Drive ................................ 3
Installing a New CD/DVD Drive............................ 5
Removing and Replacing a Hard Disk Drive ....9
Before you begin................................................. 9
Computer Preparation .......................................... 9
Removing the Hard Disk Drive............................. 10
Installing a New Hard Disk Drive ........................ 12
Installing Memory ........................................16
Before You Begin ............................................... 16
Computer Preparation ........................................ 16
Installing the Memory ......................................... 17
Troubleshooting ................................................. 20
Removing and Replacing a Stand .................22
Before You Begin ............................................... 22
Computer Preparation ........................................ 22
Removing the Stand ........................................... 23
Installing a New Stand ....................................... 24
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Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive
Removing and Replacing a CD/DVD Drive
5 – 10 minutes
Before You Begin
Observe the following requirements before removing and
replacing the CD/DVD drive.
Tools Needed
Magnetic-tip Phillips screwdriver #2
Magnetic-tip Phillips screwdriver #00
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage
the electronic components inside the
computer. Discharge static electricity by
touching the metal cage of the computer
before touching any internal parts or
electronic components.
WARNING:
Never open the cover with the
power cord attached or power
applied. You may damage your
computer.
Avoid touching sharp edges
inside the computer.
2 Shut down the computer.
3 Unplug the computer by disconnecting the power cord
from the bottom of the computer.
IMPORTANT: Computer features may vary by model.
4 Unplug all attached cables from the side and bottom
of the computer.
Computer Preparation
1 Remove any media (CD, DVD, and memory cards)
from the computer.
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5 Set down a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth on a firm
surface, to protect the screen from scratches or other
damage. Place the computer face-down on the soft
surface.
Removing the CD/DVD Drive
6 Lift the stand so that the bottom screw is accessible.
8 Lift the two feet to detach the back cover.
9 Lift the back cover off the computer.
7 Remove the six screws attaching the back cover to the
computer.
10 Locate the CD/DVD drive compartment on the back of
the computer.
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11 Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw that
secures the CD/DVD cover.
TIP: The screw is very small and can be lost
easily. Use caution when you remove it.
Work over a surface where you can retrieve
a screw if it falls.
12 Push the CD/DVD drive in the direction indicated by
the arrow engraved on the computer.
14 Disconnect the CD/DVD drive cable.
15 Use a #00 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws
from the sides of the CD/DVD drive cage. There is one
screw located on each side.
13 Lift the CD/DVD drive out of the compartment.
TIP: The screws are very small and can be
lost easily. Use caution when you remove
them. Work over a surface where you can
retrieve a screw if it falls.
16 Use a #00 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw at
the back of the CD/DVD drive cage.
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17 Slide the CD/DVD drive forward to remove it from the
cage.
Installing a New CD/DVD Drive
1 Insert the new CD/DVD drive into the cage. Orient the
CD/DVD drive so that the connection for the cable
aligns with the opening at the rear of the cage.
2 Align the screw holes on the CD/DVD drive with the
screw holes on the cage.
3 Insert and tighten the screw on the back of the
CD/DVD cage.
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4 Insert and tighten the screw at the sides of the
CD/DVD cage.
TIP: Do not over-tighten these screws. It is
easy to strip the screw heads.
5 Connect the cable to the rear of the CD/DVD drive.
7 Replace the CD/DVD drive cover screw.
8 Before replacing the back cover, make sure the two
computer feet are properly positioned in place.
6 Insert the CD/DVD drive cage, sliding it forward until
the screw holes on the cage and computer align.
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9 Ensure the wire at the bottom of the computer clears
the foot.
12 Return the computer to the upright position.
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10 Position the back cover over the back of the computer
and snap into place.
11 Replace the six screws on the back cover.
13 Reconnect any cables that were disconnected for this
procedure.
14 Plug the power cord into the bottom of the computer.
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