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.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel, Core, Celeron, and
Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista 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: May 2009
Document Part Number: 512435-001
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Safety warning notice
WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly
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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).
Fixed (no tilt)
Activity LED
640 × 480 by 24 frames per second
EthernetIntel Realtek 8111C 10/100/1000 network
interface card (NIC)
Intel Realtek 8102E 10/100 NIC9
Ethernet cable included99
WirelessIntegrated WLAN options by way of
wireless module
2 wireless antennas built into display assembly
Supports no-WLAN option
Support for the following WLAN formats:
■ Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n
WLAN module
■ Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n
WLAN module with Bluetooth®
■ Atheros 9285G 802.11a/b/g/n
■ Atheros 9285G 802.11a/b/g/n with Bluetooth
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n
with Bluetooth
■ Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g
WLAN module
■ Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g
WLAN module with Bluetooth
Discrete graphics
subsystem memory
99
99
9
99
UMA graphics
subsystem memory
External media cardsOne ExpressCard slot, supporting optional
ExpressCard/34 cards
Digital Media Slot supporting Memory
Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP),
MultiMediaCard (MMC), Secure Digital (SD)
Memory Card, Secure Digital Input/Output (SD
I/O), and xD-Picture Card (XD). Adapter (not
included) provides support for mini versions of
SD, MMC, and MS Duo.
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Product description
CategoryDescription
PortsAudio-in (mono microphone)
Audio-out (stereo headphone)
Consumer infrared
eSATA
HDMI v. 1.3b supporting 1080p with HDCP key
HP Smart Adapter power
Multi-pin AC power
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and
activity lights)
USB v. 2.0 (3)
VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting:
■ 1920 × 1200 external resolution at 60 GHz
■ 1600 × 1200 external resolution at 75 GHz
hot plug/unplug with auto-detect
Keyboard/pointing
devices
13-in keyboard
Available in:
■ Black with painted finish
■ White with molded finish (Canada, Denmark,
Finland, Japan, Norway, South Korea, and
Thailand)
TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons
Supports 2-way scroll
Taps enabled as default
Discrete graphics
subsystem memory
99
99
UMA graphics
subsystem memory
Power requirements90-W HP Smart Adapter with localized cable
plug support (3-wire plug with ground pin,
supports 3-pin DC connector)
65-W HP Smart Adapter with localized cable
plug support (3-wire plug with ground pin,
supports 3-pin DC connector)
Fingerprint reader with Digital Persona
software support
Operating systemPreinstalled:
Windows Vista® Business (32 bit)
Windows Vista Home Basic (32 bit)
Windows Vista Premium (64 and 32 bit)
Windows Vista Ultimate (64 bit)
FreeDOS
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Battery (system)
Hard drive
Memory modules
RTC battery
Optical drive
WLAN module
WWAN module
Discrete graphics
subsystem memory
99
99
99
UMA graphics
subsystem memory
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Top components
Display components
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External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Wireless antennasOn select computer models, at least 2 antennas send and receive signals
from one or more wireless devices.
The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer.
✎
For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions.
(2)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(3)WebcamRecords audio and video and captures still photographs.
(4)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
(5)Internal display switchTurns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power
is on.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the
✎
to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
Maintenance and Service Guide2–1
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
that applies
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External component identification
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)
ItemComponentDescription
(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.
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 your power settings, select Start > Control Panel >
System and Maintenance > Power Options.
(2)Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not create a wireless
connection.
To establish a wireless connection, a wireless network must already be
✎
set up.
(3)Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
(4)Volume scroll zoneTo decrease the volume, slide your finger to the left on the scroll zone or tap
the minus sign. To increase the volume, slide your finger to the right on the
scroll zone or tap the plus sign.
(5)Fingerprint reader (select
models only)
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon.
*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in
Help and Support.
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Keys
External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
(2)
(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
fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with
a function key or the
fn key.
the
esc key.
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External component identification
Lights
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(2)Power lights (2)*■ On: The computer is on.
■ Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
■ Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(3)Wireless light■ On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network
(WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
■ Off: All wireless devices are off.
(4)Volume mute light■ White: Computer sound is on.
■ Amber: Computer sound is off.
(5)Volume down lightOn: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker volume.
(6)Volume up lightOn: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker volume.
(7)Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
(8)Battery light■ On: A battery is charging.
■ Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a
low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical low-battery level, the
battery light begins blinking more rapidly.
■ Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power 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.
(9)Drive lightBlinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
*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.
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Pointing devices
ItemComponentDescription
External component identification
(1)TouchPad light■ White: TouchPad is enabled.
■ Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
(2)TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(3)Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4)TouchPad on/off buttonEnables/disables the TouchPad.
(5)TouchPad scroll zoneScrolls up or down.
(6)Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device references, select Start > Control Panel > Hardware
and Sound > Mouse.
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External component identification
Front components
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power light■ On: The computer is on.
(2)Battery light■ On: A battery is charging.
(3)Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.
■ Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
■ Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
■ Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a
low battery level or a critical battery level.
■ Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power 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.
(4)Consumer infrared lensReceives a signal from the remote control (provided with select models only).
(5)Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
(6)Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers,
Left-side components
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)AC adapter light■ On: The computer is connected to external power.
microphone, or monaural microphone.
headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
■ Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
(3)USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
(4)Optical driveReads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs.
(5)Optical drive lightBlinking: The drive is being accessed.
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Right-side components
ItemComponentDescription
(1)ExpressCard slotSupports an optional ExpressCard/34 module.
(2)Digital Media SlotSupports the following optional digital card formats: Secure Digital (SD)
(3)Digital Media Slot lightBlinking: The media card is being accessed.
(4)eSATA/USB portConnects a high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external
(5)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition
External component identification
Memory Card, Secure Digital Input/Output (SD I/O), MultiMediaCard (MMC),
Memory Stick (MS), Memory Stick Pro (MSP), xD-Picture Card (XD).
hard drive, or connects an optional USB device.
television, or any compatible digital or audio component.
Depending on your computer model, the computer may include an
✎
HDMI port or a USB port at this location.
(6)RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(7)External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(8)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
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.
(9)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not
✎
prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
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External component identification
Bottom components
ItemComponentDescription
(1)Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)Wireless module compartmentHolds a wireless LAN module and the RTC battery.
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.
(4)Vents (6)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
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.
(5)Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive and the memory module slots.
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Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number provided
on the service tag.
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Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentDescription
1 Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
2Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
3Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about the product’s
hardware components. The part number helps a service
technician to determine what components and parts are needed.
4Model descriptionThis is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents,
drivers, and support for the computer.
5Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty period for
the computer.
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Illustrated parts catalog
Computer major components
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Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare Part Number
(1)Display assembly (includes 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, microphone, nameplate, and logo):
■ 13.3-in BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models equipped
with webcam
■ 13.3-in BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models not equipped
with webcam
See “Display assembly subcomponents” on page 7 for display assembly internal component spare
✎
part information.
(2)Keyboard cover (includes power button board and cable)531819-001
(3)Keyboard (includes keyboard cable):
■ For use in South Korea531774-AB1
■ For use in Taiwan531774-AB1
■ For use in Thailand531774-281
■ For use in the United States531774-001
Speaker assembly534435-001
(4a)Left speaker and cable
(4b)Right speaker and cable
(5)Top cover (includes TouchPad on/off board and cable, TouchPad button board and cable, and TouchPad board
and cable):
For use only with computer models equipped with fingerprint reader board (includes
fingerprint reader board cable)
531798-001
531799-001
531824-001
For use only with computer models not equipped with fingerprint reader board531825-001
Plastics Kit, includes:535521-001
(6a)ExpressCard slot bezel
(6b)Wireless module compartment cover
(6c)Hard drive cover
See “Plastics Kit” on page 8 for more Plastics Kit spare part information.
■ Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Canada,
the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
■ Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module 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, Cambodia,
Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Colombia, Comoros,
the 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, Grenada, 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, 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, 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
504664-001
504664-002
■ Atheros 9285G 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands,
Guam, Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in all countries and regions
except Pakistan, Russia, and the Ukraine
518436-001
480985-001
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Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare Part Number
(20)WLAN module
802.11a/b/g WLAN module:
■ Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands,
Guam, Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
■ Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g WLAN module 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, Cambodia,
Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Colombia, Comoros,
the 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, Grenada, 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, 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, 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
(continued)
504593-001
504593-002
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use only in Pakistan, Russia,
and the Ukraine
(21)RTC battery (includes cable and double-sided tape)531829-001
(22)Memory modules (800-MHz, DDR2):
■ 4-GB530792-001
■ 2-GB530790-001
■ 1-GB530788-001
(23)Hard drive (includes hard drive connector and hard drive bracket):
■ 500-GB, 7200-rpm573738-001
■ 500-GB, 5400-rpm530797-001
■ 320-GB, 7200-rpm572085-001
■ 320-GB, 5400-rpm530796-001
■ 250-GB, 7200-rpm572084-001
■ 250-GB, 5400-rpm530795-001
■ 160-GB, 5400-rpm530794-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes hard drive connector, hard drive bracket,
and screws)
482957-001
534990-001
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Display assembly subcomponents
Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
(1)Display bezel
For use only with computer models equipped with a webcam531800-001
For use only with computer models not equipped with a webcam531801-001
(7)Microphone (includes receiver and cable)534438-001
(8)Display enclosure531806-001
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Illustrated parts catalog
Plastics Kit
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
Plastics Kit:535521-001
(1)ExpressCard slot bezel
(2)Hard drive cover (includes three captive screws, secured by C-clips)
(3)Wireless module compartment cover (includes one captive screw, secured by a C-clip)
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Mass storage devices
Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
(1)Hard drive (includes hard drive connector and hard drive bracket):
■ 500-GB, 7200-rpm573738-001
■ 500-GB, 5400-rpm530797-001
■ 320-GB, 7200-rpm572085-001
■ 320-GB, 5400-rpm530796-001
■ 250-GB, 7200-rpm572084-001
■ 250-GB, 5400-rpm530795-001
■ 160-GB, 5400-rpm530794-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive connector, hard drive bracket,
and screws)
(2)Optical drive (includes bezel and bracket):
■ Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive with LightScribe530800-001
■ Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive530799-001
■ DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive with LightScribe530798-001
534990-001
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Illustrated parts catalog
Miscellaneous parts
DescriptionSpare part number
AC adapters:
■ 90-W PFC HP Smart Adapter463955-001
■ 65-W PFC HP Smart Adapter463958-001
Power cords:
■ For use in South Korea490371-AD1
■ For use in Taiwan and Thailand490371-AB1
■ For use in the United States490371-001
Screw Kit
■ Phillips PM3.0 × 4.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.5 × 9.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.5 × 7.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.5 × 6.0 captive screws
■ Phillips PM2.5 × 6.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.5 × 4.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.0 × 9.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.0 × 7.0 captive screws
■ Phillips PM2.0 × 5.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.0 × 4.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.0 × 3.0 screws
■ Phillips PM2.0 × 2.0 broadhead screws
531815-001
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Sequential part number listing
Spare part numberDescription
463955-00190-W PFC HP Smart Adapter
463958-00165-W PFC HP Smart Adapter
480985-001Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in all countries and regions except
Pakistan, Russia, and the Ukraine
482957-001Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use only in Pakistan, Russia, and the Ukraine
483113-001Bluetooth module
The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include a Bluetooth module cable. The Bluetooth
✎
module cable is available using spare part number 534436-001.
490371-001Power cord for use in the United States
490371-AB1Power cord for use in Taiwan and Thailand
490371-AD1Power cord for use in South Korea
504593-001Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam,
Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
504593-002Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g WLAN module 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, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad,
Colombia, Comoros, the 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, Grenada, 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, 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, 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
Illustrated parts catalog
504664-001Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam,
Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
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Illustrated parts catalog
Spare part numberDescription
504664-002Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module 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, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad,
Colombia, Comoros, the 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, Grenada, 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, 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, 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
See “Plastics Kit” on page 8 for more Plastics Kit spare part information.
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memory (includes replacement thermal material)
memory (includes replacement thermal material)
thermal material)
thermal material)
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Preliminary replacement requirements
Tools required
You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures:
■ Flat-bladed screwdriver
■ Phillips P0 screwdriver
■ Phillips P1 screwdriver
Service considerations
The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and
assembly procedures.
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As you remove each subassembly from the computer, place the subassembly (and all accompanying screws)
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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
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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
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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.
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Drive handling
CAUTION: Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the computer,
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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.
■ Before removing a diskette drive or optical drive, be sure that a diskette or disc is not in the drive and be sure
that the optical drive tray is closed.
■ 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.”
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 may work perfectly throughout a normal cycle.
Or the device may function normally for a while, and 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
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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.
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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.
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Typical electrostatic voltage levels
Relative humidity
Event10% 40% 55%
Walking across carpet 35,000 V 15,000 V 7,500 V
Walking across vinyl floor 12,000 V 5,000 V 3,000 V
Motions of bench worker 6,000 V 800 V 400 V
Removing DIPS from plastic tube 2,000 V 700 V 400 V
Removing DIPS from vinyl tray 11,500 V 4,000 V 2,000 V
Removing DIPS from Styrofoam 14,500 V 5,000 V 3,500 V
Removing bubble pack from PCB 26,500 V 20,000 V 7,000 V
Packing PCBs in foam-lined box 21,000 V 11,000 V 5,000 V
Packaging and transporting guidelines
Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment:
■ To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes.
■ 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.
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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.
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.
Material Use Voltage protection level
Antistatic plastic Bags 1,500 V
Carbon-loaded plastic Floor mats 7,500 V
Metallized laminate Floor mats 5,000 V
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Component replacement procedures
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures.
There are as many as 65 screws, in 12 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.
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number provided on
the service tag.
Removal and replacement procedures
ItemComponentDescription
Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
1
Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
2
Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about the product’s
3
Model descriptionThis is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents,
4
Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty period for
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hardware components. The part number helps a service
technician to determine what components and parts are needed.
drivers, and support for the computer.
the computer.
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Computer feet
The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Rubber Kit, spare part number
537202-001. There are 6 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below.
Battery
DescriptionSpare part number
9-cell, 2.55-Ah (83-Wh) Li-ion battery530803-001
6-cell, 2.55-Ah (55-Wh) Li-ion battery530802-001
6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh) Li-ion battery530801-001
Before removing the battery, 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.
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Remove the battery:
1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you.
2. Slide the battery release latch 1 to release the battery.
3. Lift the front edge of the battery 2 until it rests at an angle.
4. Remove the battery 3 from the computer.
Install the battery by inserting it into the battery bay until you hear a click.
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Hard drive
The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive connector and hard drive bracket.
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DescriptionSpare part number
500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive573738-001
500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive530797-001
320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive572085-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive530796-001
250-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive572084-001
250-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive530795-001
160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive530794-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive connector, hard drive bracket, and screws)534990-001
Before removing the hard drive, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Position the computer with the front toward you.
2. Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws 1 that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.
3. Lift the left side 2 of the hard drive cover to detach it from the computer.
4. Remove the hard drive cover 3. The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number
535521-001.
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5. Remove the 2 hard drive spacers 1 that secure the hard drive in the hard drive bay.
6. Grasp the Mylar tab 2 on the hard drive and slide the hard drive 3 to the right.
7. Remove the hard drive 4 from the hard drive bay.
8. If it is necessary to replace the hard drive bracket, follow these steps:
a. Remove the two Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screws 1 from each side of the hard drive.
b. Lift the bracket 2 straight up to remove it from the hard drive.
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.
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Memory module
DescriptionSpare part number
4-GB memory module (800-MHz, DDR2)530792-001
2-GB memory module (800-MHz, DDR2)530790-001
1-GB memory module (800-MHz, DDR2530788-001
Before removing the memory 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 8).
Remove the memory module:
The top memory module slot is for expansion memory and the bottom slot is for primary memory.
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1. Spread the retaining tabs 1 on each side of the memory module to release the memory module. (The edge of
the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
2. Remove the memory module 2 by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
Memory modules are designed with a notch 3 to prevent incorrect insertion into the memory
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module slot.
Reverse this procedure to install a memory module.
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WLAN module
DescriptionSpare part number
Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam,
Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Removal and replacement procedures
504664-001
Broadcom 4322AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module 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, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad,
Colombia, Comoros, the 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, Grenada, 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, 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, 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
Atheros 9285G 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto
Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in all countries and regions except
Pakistan, Russia, and the Ukraine
504664-002
518436-001
480985-001
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DescriptionSpare part number
Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam,
Puerto Rico, the United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Broadcom 4312G 802.11a/b/g WLAN module 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, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad,
Colombia, Comoros, the 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, Grenada, 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, 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, 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
Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use only in Pakistan, Russia, and the Ukraine482957-001
504593-001
504593-002
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 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 “Battery” on page 6).
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Remove the WLAN module:
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the
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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.
1. Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw 1 that secures the wireless module compartment cover to
the computer.
2. Lift the rear edge 2 of the wireless module compartment cover to detach it from the computer.
3. Remove the wireless module compartment cover 3. The wireless module compartment cover is included in the
Plastics Kit, spare part number 535521-001.
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4. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw 1 that secures the WLAN module bracket to the computer.
5. Remove the WLAN module bracket 2. (The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from
the computer.)
6. Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables 3 from the terminals on the WLAN module.
The black WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module “Main” terminal. The white WLAN antenna
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cable is connected to the WLAN module “Aux” terminal.
7. Remove the WLAN module 4 by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
WLAN modules are designed with a notch 5 to prevent incorrect insertion of the WLAN module into the WLAN
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module slot.
Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
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RTC battery
DescriptionSpare part number
RTC battery (includes cable and double-sided tape)531829-001
Before removing the RTC battery, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the wireless module compartment cover (see “WLAN module” on page 11).
Remove the RTC battery:
1. Disconnect the RTC battery cable 1 from the system board.
2. Detach the RTC battery 2 from the base enclosure and release the RTC battery as far as the RTC battery cable
allows. (The RTC battery is attached to the base enclosure with double-sided tape.)
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3. Remove the RTC battery.
Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery.
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Optical drive
The optical drive spare part kit includes an optical drive bezel and bracket.
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DescriptionSpare part number
Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive with LightScribe534988-001
Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive534987-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive with LightScribe534986-001
Before removing the optical drive, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
Remove the optical drive:
1. Position the computer with the right side toward you.
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×9.0 screw 1 that secures the optical drive to the computer.
3. Insert a thin tool, such as a paper clip, into the release access 2. (The optical drive disc tray is partially ejected
from the optical drive.)
4. Use the disc tray frame to slide the optical drive 3 out of the computer.
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5. If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, follow these steps:
a. Position the optical drive with the rear toward you.
b. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws 1 that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive.
c. Remove the optical drive bracket 2.
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the optical drive.
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Keyboard
For use in country or region:Spare part numberFor use in country or region:Spare part number
■ For use in South Korea531774-AD1■ For use in Thailand531774-281
■ For use in Taiwan531774-AB1■ For use in the United States531774-001
Before removing the keyboard, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 8).
Remove the keyboard:
1. Remove the three Phillips PM2.0×9.0 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer.
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2. Turn the computer display-side up with the front toward you.
3. Open the computer as far as possible.
4. Lift the rear edge 1 of the keyboard until it rests at an angle.
5. Slide the keyboard 2 toward the display until the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard are clear of the
openings in the top cover.
6. Swing the rear edge of the keyboard 3 up and forward until it rests upside down on the top cover.
7. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector 1 to which the keyboard cable is attached, and disconnect the
keyboard cable 2 from the system board.
8. Remove the keyboard.
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.
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Keyboard cover
DescriptionSpare part number
Keyboard cover (includes power button board and cable)531819-001
Before removing the keyboard cover, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 8).
6. Remove the keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18).
Remove the keyboard cover:
1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screws 1 and the eight Phillips PM2.0×2.0 broadhead screws 2 that
secure the keyboard cover to the computer.
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2. Turn the computer display-side up with the front toward you.
3. Open the computer as far as possible.
4. Disconnect the caps lock LED cable 1 and the LED board cable 2 from the low insertion force (LIF)
connectors on the system board.
5. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard cover 3 and swing it up and forward until it detaches from the computer.
6. Remove the keyboard cover.
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard cover.
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Right speaker
Description Spare part number
Speaker assembly (includes left and right speakers and speaker cables)534435-001
Before removing the right speaker, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
c. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20).
Remove the right speaker:
1. Disconnect the right speaker cable 1 from the system board.
2. Release the speaker cables from the clips 2 and routing channels built into the top cover.
3. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw 3 that secures the right speaker to the top cover.
4. Remove the right speaker 4.
Reverse this procedure to install the right speaker.
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Top cover
The top cover spare part kit includes the TouchPad on/off board and cable, TouchPad button board and cable, and
✎
TouchPad board and cable.
DescriptionSpare part number
For use only with computer models equipped with fingerprint reader board (includes fingerprint
reader board cable)
For use only with computer models not equipped with fingerprint reader board531825-001
Before removing the top cover, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on,
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
4. Remove the battery (see “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
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531524-001
and then shut it down through the operating system.
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
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Remove the top cover:
1. Turn the computer upside down with the front toward you.
2. Remove the following screws that secure the top cover to the base enclosure:
1 Four Phillips PM2.0×9.0 screws on the front edge of the base enclosure
2 One Phillips PM2.0×2.5 broadhead screw in the hard drive bay
3 One Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw in the hard drive bay
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3. Disconnect the left speaker cable 1 from the system board.
4. Remove the left speaker cable 2 from the clips and routing channel through which it is routed.
5. Disconnect the microphone cable 3 from the system board.
6. Disconnect the display panel cable 4 from the system board.
7. Remove the display panel cable from the clips 5 and routing channel through which it is routed.
8. Disconnect the TouchPad cable 1 from the LIF connector on the system board.
9. Disconnect the TouchPad on/off button board cable 2 from the LIF connector on the system board.
10. Disconnect the fingerprint reader board cable 3 from the system board.
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11. Remove the five Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws that secure the top cover to the base enclosure.
12. Lift the rear edge 1 of the top cover until it rests at an angle.
13. Remove the top cover 2 by lifting it straight up.
Before removing the fingerprint reader 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
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e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
Remove the fingerprint reader board:
1. Turn the top cover upside down with the front edge toward you.
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw 1 that secures the fingerprint reader board and bracket to the top cover.
3. Remove the fingerprint reader board bracket 2.
4. Detach the fingerprint reader board cable 3 from the top cover. The fingerprint reader board cable is attached
to the top cover with double-sided tape.
5. Remove the fingerprint reader board 4.
Reverse this procedure to install the fingerprint reader board.
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Left speaker
Description
Speaker assembly (includes left and right speakers and speaker cables)
Spare part number
531816-001
Before removing the left speaker, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
Remove the left speaker:
1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws 1 that secure the left speaker to the top cover.
2. Release the left speaker 2 by lifting the left side until the speaker clears the base enclosure.
3. Remove the left speaker.
Reverse this procedure to install the left speaker.
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Display assembly
The display assembly spare part kit includes 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, webcam, microphone,
✎
nameplate, and logo.
DescriptionSpare part number
13.3-in BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models equipped with webcam531798-001
13.3-in BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models not equipped with webcam531799-001
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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Disconnect the wireless antenna cables from the WLAN module (see “WLAN module” on page 11).
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6. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
g. Left speaker (see “Left speaker” on page 28)
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Remove the display assembly:
1. Remove the WLAN antenna cables 1 from the opening 2 in the base enclosure.
CAUTION: Support the display assembly when removing the following screws. Failure to support the display assembly can
Ä
result in damage to the display assembly and other computer components.
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws 1 that secure the display assembly to the computer.
3. Lift the display assembly 2 straight up and remove it.
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4. If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or any of the display assembly internal components, remove the
two Mylar screw covers 1 and the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws 2 on the display bezel lower edge.
5. Flex the inside edges of the top edge 1, the left and right sides 2, and the bottom edge 3 of the display bezel
until the bezel disengages from the display enclosure.
6. Remove the display bezel 4. The display bezel is available using the following spare part numbers:
❏ 531800-001—for use only with computer models equipped with a webcam
❏ 531801-001—for use only with computer models not equipped with a webcam
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7. If it is necessary to replace the webcam module, lift the webcam module 1 as far from the display enclosure as
the webcam module allows.
8. Disconnect the webcam module cable 2 from the webcam module.
9. Remove the webcam module. The webcam module is available using spare part number 531805-001.
10. If it is necessary to replace the display panel, remove the six Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws 1 that secure the
display panel to the display enclosure.
11. Remove the display panel 2. The display panel is available using spare part number 530782-001.
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12. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the six Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws 1 that secure the
hinges to the display panel.
13. Remove the display hinges 2. The display hinges are available using spare part number 531803-001.
14. If it is necessary to replace the display panel cable, turn the display panel upside down with the bottom edge
toward you.
15. Disconnect the display panel cable 1 from the connector on the back of the display panel.
16. Remove the display panel cable 2. The display panel cable is available using spare part number 531802-001
and includes the webcam module cable.
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17. If it is necessary to replace the wireless antenna transceivers and cables, release the tabs 1 built into the display
enclosure shielding.
18. Release the wireless antenna transceivers 2 from the display enclosure. The transceivers are attached to the
enclosure with double-sided tape.
19. Remove the wireless antenna transceivers and cables 3. The wireless antenna transceivers and cables are
available using spare part number 531804-001.
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20. If it is necessary to replace the microphone receiver and cable, remove the microphone receiver 1 from the clip
built into the display enclosure.
21. Remove the microphone cable from the clips 2 and routing channel built into the right side of the
display enclosure.
22. Remove the microphone receiver and cable 3. The microphone receiver and cable are available using spare
part number 534438-001.
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly.
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LED board
DescriptionSpare part number
LED board (includes cable)531826-001
Before removing the LED 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
Remove the LED board and cable:
1. Disconnect the LED board cable 1 from the system board.
2. Remove the LED board cable from the clips 2 and routing channel built into the base enclosure.
3. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw 3 that secures the LED board to the base enclosure.
4. Remove the LED board and cable 4.
Reverse this procedure to install the LED board.
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Bluetooth module
The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include a Bluetooth module cable. The Bluetooth module cable is
✎
available using spare part number 534436-001.
DescriptionSpare part number
Bluetooth module483113-001
Before removing the Bluetooth 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
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b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
Remove the Bluetooth module and cable:
1. Disconnect the Bluetooth module cable 1 from the system board.
2. Remove the Bluetooth module cable from the clips 2 and routing channel built into the base enclosure.
3. Remove Bluetooth module and cable 3.
Reverse this procedure to install the Bluetooth module.
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Audio board
DescriptionSpare part number
Audio board (includes cable)531812-001
Before removing the 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
Remove the audio board and cable:
1. Disconnect the audio board cable 1 from the system board.
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw 2 that secures the audio board to the system board.
3. Lift the rear edge of the audio board 3 so that the audio connectors slide out of the openings in the base
enclosure and remove the audio board and cable.
Reverse this procedure to install the audio board.
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USB board
DescriptionSpare part number
USB board (includes cable)531809-001
Before removing the USB 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
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e. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
Remove the USB board and cable:
1. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw 1 that secures the USB board to the system board.
2. Remove the USB board and cable 2.
Reverse this procedure to install the USB board.
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Power connector and cable
DescriptionSpare part number
Power connector and cable531810-001
Before removing the power connector and cable, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
d. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
e. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 29).
f. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
Remove the power connector and cable:
1. Remove the power connector 1 from the clip 2 built into the base enclosure.
2. Remove the power connector and cable.
Reverse this procedure to install the power connector and cable.
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System board
The system board spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
✎
DescriptionSpare part number
Removal and replacement procedures
For use only with computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with
discrete memory
For use only with computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with
UMA memory
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.
4. Remove the battery (see “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Memory module (see “Memory module” on page 10)
c. WLAN module (see “WLAN module” on page 11)
d. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
e. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
f. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
538765-001
538766-001
g. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
h. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
i. Left speaker (see “Left speaker” on page 28)
j. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 29).
When replacing the system board, be sure that the following additional components are removed from the defective
system board and installed on the replacement system board:
■ RTC battery (see “RTC battery” on page 15)
■ Heat sink (see “Fan/heat sink assembly” on page 44)
■ Processor (see “Processor” on page 49)
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Remove the system board:
1. Disconnect the following cables from the system board:
1 LED board cable
2 Bluetooth module cable
3 Audio board cable
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws that secure the system board to the base enclosure.
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3. Use the optical drive connector 1 to lift the left side of the system board 2 until it rests at an angle.
4. Remove the system board from the base enclosure by pulling it away at an angle 3.
Reverse this procedure to install the system board.
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Fan/heat sink assembly
The fan/heat sink assembly spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
✎
DescriptionSpare part number
For use only with computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with discrete memory531814-001
For use only with computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with UMA memory531813-001
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/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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Memory module (see “Memory module” on page 10)
c. WLAN module (see “WLAN module” on page 11)
d. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
e. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
f. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
g. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
h. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
i. Left speaker (see “Left speaker” on page 28)
j. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 29).
k. System board (see “System board” on page 41).
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Remove the fan/heat sink assembly:
1. Turn the system board upside down with the front toward you.
Steps 2 and 3 apply to computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with discrete memory. See steps 4
✎
and 5 for instructions on removing the fan/heat sink assembly on computer models equipped with graphics
subsystems with UMA memory.
2. Loosen the four captive Phillips PM2.0×7.0 screws 1 that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the
system board.
3. Remove the fan/heat sink assembly 2.
Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the fan/heat sink assembly and system board
✎
components, it may be necessary to move the fan/heat sink assembly from side to side to detach the assembly.
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The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the fan/heat sink assembly and the system
✎
board each time the fan/heat sink assembly is removed:
■ Thermal paste is used on the processor 1 and the heat sink section 2 that services it.
■ Thermal pads are used on the Northbridge chip 3 and the heat sink section 4 that services it.
■ Thermal pads are used on the graphics subsystem memory module 5 and the heat sink section 6 that
services it.
■ Thermal pads are used on the other system board components 7 and heat sink sections 8 that service them.
Replacement thermal material is included with all system board, fan/heat sink assembly, and processor spare
part kits.
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Steps 4 and 5 apply to computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with UMA memory. See steps 2
✎
and 3 for instructions on removing the fan/heat sink assembly on computer models equipped with graphics
subsystems with discrete memory.
4. Loosen the four captive Phillips PM2.0×7.0 screws 1 that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the
system board.
5. Remove the fan/heat sink assembly 2.
Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the fan/heat sink assembly and system board
✎
components, it may be necessary to move the fan/heat sink assembly from side to side to detach the assembly.
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The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the fan/heat sink assembly and the system
✎
board each time the fan/heat sink assembly is removed:
■ Thermal paste is used on the processor 1 and the heat sink section 2 that services it.
■ Thermal pads are used on the Northbridge chip 3 and the heat sink section 4 that services it.
■ Thermal pads are used on the other system board components 5 and sections of the heat sink 6 that
service them.
Replacement thermal material is included with all system board, fan/heat sink assembly, and processor spare
part kits.
Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly.
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Processor
The processor spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
Before removing the processor, 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 “Battery” on page 6).
5. Remove the following components:
a. Hard drive (see “Hard drive” on page 8)
b. Memory module (see “Memory module” on page 10)
c. WLAN module (see “WLAN module” on page 11)
d. RTC battery (see “RTC battery” on page 15)
e. Optical drive (see “Optical drive” on page 16)
f. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 18)
g. Keyboard cover (see “Keyboard cover” on page 20)
h. Right speaker (see “Right speaker” on page 22)
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i. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 29).
j. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 23).
k. System board (see “System board” on page 41).
l. Fan/heat sink assembly (see “Fan/heat sink assembly” on page 44).
Remove the processor:
1. Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to turn the processor locking screw 1 one-half turn counterclockwise until you
hear a click.
2. Lift the processor 2 straight up and remove it.
When you install the processor, the gold triangle 3 on the processor must be aligned with the triangle 4 embossed
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on the processor socket.
Reverse this procedure to install the processor.
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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 fingerprint reader (select models only) cannot be used to access the Setup Utility.
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The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences.
To start the Setup Utility:
»Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
– or –
1. Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
2. When the Startup Menu is displayed, press
5
Setup Utility
f10.
esc.
f10.
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 computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
– or –
Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
displayed, press
2. Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press
3. Use the arrow keys to select a language, and then press
4. When a confirmation prompt with your language selected is displayed, press
5. To save your change and exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and
then press
Your change goes into effect immediately.
f10.
enter.
f10.
esc. When the Startup Menu is
enter.
enter.
enter.
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Setup Utility
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 computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
– or –
Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
displayed, press
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
f10.
enter.
f10.
esc. When the Startup Menu is
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. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
– or –
Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the “Press the ESC key for Startup
Menu” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press
displayed, press
2. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults, and then press
3. When the Setup Confirmation is displayed, press
4. To save your change and exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and
then press
The Setup Utility default settings go into effect when the computer restarts.
Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory default settings.
f10.
enter.
✎
f10.
esc. When the Startup Menu is
enter.
enter.
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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
select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press
■ To exit the Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press
select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press
After either choice, the computer restarts in Windows.
Setup Utility menus
The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.
Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer.
✎
Main menu
Setup Utility
esc to return to the menu display. Then use the arrow keys to
enter.
esc to return to the menu display. Then use the arrow keys to
enter.
SelectTo Do This
System information■ View and change the system time and date.
Security menu
SelectTo Do This
Administrator passwordEnter, change, or delete an administrator password.
Power-On PasswordEnter, change, or delete a power-on password.
■ View identification information about the computer.
■ View specification information about the processor, memory size,
system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only).
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Setup Utility
System Configuration menu
SelectTo Do This
Language SupportChange the Setup Utility language.
Button Sound (select models only)Enable/disable the capacitative button tapping sound.
Virtualization TechnologyEnable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology.
Processor C6 State (select models only)Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state.
LAN Power Saving (select models only)Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. When enabled, saves power when the
computer is in DC mode.
Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select
models only)
Fan Always OnEnabled/disable Fan Always On. When enabled, the computer fan will always
Boot OptionsSet the following boot options:
Diagnostics menu
Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving.
be on.
f10 and f12 Delay (seconds)—Set the delay for the f10 and f12 functions of
■
the Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 15, 20).
■ CD-ROM boot—Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM.
■ Floppy boot—Enable/disable boot from diskette.
■ Internal Network Adapter boot—Enable/disable boot from Internal
Network Adapter.
■ Boot Order—Set the boot order for:
❐ Hard drive
❐ Internal CD/DVD ROM drive
❐ USB Diskette on Key/USB hard disk
❐ USB CD/DVD ROM drive
❐ USB Floppy
❐ Network adapter
SelectTo Do This
Hard Disk Self TestRun a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.
On models with two hard drives, this menu option is called the
✎
Primary Hard Disk Self Test.
Secondary Hard Disk Self Test
(select models only)
Memory TestRun a diagnostic test on the system memory.
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Computer specifications
Dimensions
Length21.9 cm8.62 in
Width32.8 cm12.9 in
Height (front to rear)3.2 to 3.6 cm1.25 to 1.41 in
Weight2.2 kg4.93 lbs
Input power
Operating voltage19.0 V dc @ 4.74 A - 65 W
Operating current4.74 A
Temperature
6
Specifications
MetricU.S.
Operating (not writing to optical disc)0°C to 35°C32°F to 95°F
Operating (writing to optical disc)5°C to 35°C41°F to 95°F
Nonoperating-20°C to 60°C-4°F to 140°F
Relative humidity
Operating10% to 90%
Nonoperating5% 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
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.
Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Contact technical support for details.
✎
7200 and
5400 rpm
7200 and
5400 rpm
5400 rpm
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Specifications
Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications
Applicable discRead: Write:
BD-ROM, BD-ROM-DL, BD-R,
BD-R-DL, BD-RE, BD-RE-DL,
DVD-ROM, DVD+R,
DVD+R-DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R,
DVD-R-DL, DVD-RW,
DVD-RAM (Ver.2), CD-DA,
CD-ROM (mode 1 and
mode 2), CD-ROM XA
(mode 2, form 1 and form 2),
Photo CD (single and multiple
sessions), CD Extra, CD-R,
CD-RW, and CD-TEXT
Access time BD DVD
Random < 230 ms < 180 ms
Cache buffer 4.5 MB
Data transfer rate
2X BD-RAM 9 MB/sec
BD-RAM, DVD-RAM (Ver.2),
DVD+R, DVD-R, CD-R, and
CD-ROM
8X DVD 2,400 KB/sec
16X CD-R 2,400 KB/sec
16X CD-RW 2,400 KB/sec
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DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive specifications
Applicable discRead:Write:
CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI,
CD-TEXT, CDROM,
CD-ROM XA,
MIXED MODE CD, CD-I,
CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD,
Video CD), Multisession CD
(Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA,
Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW),
CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM
(DV D -5, DV D-9, DV D -10,
DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM
Access timeCDDVD
Random< 175 ms < 230 ms
Cache buffer2.5 MB
Data transfer rate
24X CD-ROM3,600 KB/sec
CD-R and CD-RW DVD+R,
DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD-RAM
Specifications
8X DVD10,800 KB/sec
24X CD-R3,600 KB/sec
16X CD-RW2,400 KB/sec
8x DVD+R10,800 KB/sec
4X DVD+RW5,400 KB/sec
8X DVD-R10,800 KB/sec
4X DVD-RW5,400 KB/sec
2.4X DVD+R(9)2,700 KB/sec
5X DVD-RAM6,750 KB/sec
Transfer modeMultiword DMA mode
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Specifications
System DMA specifications
HardwareDMA System function
DMA0Not applicable
DMA1*Not applicable
DMA2*Not applicable
DMA3Not applicable
DMA4Direct memory access controller
DMA5*Not applicable
DMA6Not assigned
DMA7Not assigned
*ExpressCard controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5.
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System memory map specifications
Size Memory address System function
640 KB 00000000-0009FFFF Base memory
128 KB 000A0000-000BFFFF Video memory
64 KB 000C0000-000CFFFF Video BIOS
64 KB 000E8000-000FFFFF System BIOS
00100000- XFFFFFFFExtended memory (based on
(X+1)0000000-FEDFFFFFPCI bus
FED00000-FED003FFHigh precision event timer
FEE01000-FFFFFFFF PCI bus
Specifications
memory installed)
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Specifications
System interrupt specifications
Hardware IRQSystem function
IRQ0System timer
IRQ1Standard 101-/102-key or Microsoft natural keyboard
IRQ8System CMOS/real-time clock
IRQ12Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad
IRQ13Numeric data processor
IRQ16Intel ICH9 family USB universal host controller 2937
IRQ17High definition audio controller
IRQ18Intel ICH9 family USB universal host controller 2939
IRQ19Intel ICH9 family USB2 enhanced controller 293C
IRQ20Intel ICH9 family USB2 enhanced controller 293A
Mobile Intel 4 Series express chipset family
Intel ICH9 family USB universal host controller 2938
Marvell Yukon 88E8072 PCIE-gigabit Ethernet controller
Intel ICH9 family USB universal host controller 2936
Intel ICH9 family USB universal host controller 2934
IRQ21Intel ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI controller
IRQ22Intel ICH9 family USB universal host controller 2935
*Default configuration; audio possible configurations are IRQ5, IRQ7, IRQ9, IRQ10, or none.
PC Cards may assert IRQ3, IRQ4, IRQ5, IRQ7, IRQ9, IRQ10, IRQ11, or IRQ15. Either the infrared or the serial port
✎
may assert IRQ3 or IRQ4.
For operating systems after Windows 2000, APIC (Advanced programming interrupt controller) is used.
✎
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System I/O address specifications
I/O address (hex) System function (shipping configuration)
000 - 01F DMA controller
020 - 021 Program interrupt controller
024 - 025 Program interrupt controller
028 - 029Program interrupt controller
02C - 03DProgram interrupt controller
02E - 02FMotherboard resources
030 - 031Program interrupt controller
034 - 035Program interrupt controller
038 - 039Program interrupt controller
03C- 03DProgram interrupt controller
040 - 043 System timer
04E-04F Motherboard resources
050-053 System timer
060 Standard 101-/102-key or Microsoft natural keyboard
Specifications
061 Motherboard resources
062Microsoft ACPI-compliant embedded controller
063Motherboard resources
064 Standard 101-/102-key or Microsoft natural keyboard
065Motherboard resources
066 Microsoft ACPI-compliant embedded controller
067 Motherboard resources
070Motherboard resources
071-077System CMOS/real time clock
080Motherboard resources
081-091 Direct memory access controller
092Motherboard resources
093-09FDirect memory access controller
0A0-0A1Program interrupt controller
0A4-0A5Program interrupt controller
0A8-0A9Program interrupt controller
0AC-0ADProgram interrupt controller
0B0-0B1Program interrupt controller
0B2-0B3 Motherboard resources
0B4- 0B5Program interrupt controller
0B8-0B9 Program interrupt controller
0BC- 0BD Program interrupt controller
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Specifications
I/O address (hex) System function (shipping configuration)
0C0- 0DF Direct memory access controller
0F0- 0F0Numeric data processor
0200-027FMotherboard resources
3B0-3BBMobile Intel 4 series express chipset family
3C0-3DFMobile Intel 4 series express chipset family