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First Edition: April 2012
Document Part Number: 681033-001
Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard,
flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to
contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device
and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the
International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
Front ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 7
Left side ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Top ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
3 Illustrated parts catalog ............................................................................................................................... 16
Service tag ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Computer major components ............................................................................................................. 18
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 117
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For
additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety andEnvironmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to a headphone jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
(8)
Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
8Chapter 2 External component identification
●Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory Card
●
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●
●Ultra High Speed MultiMediaCard (UHS/MMC)
ComponentDescription
(9)
(10)
Hard drive light
Power light
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
White: The computer is on.
●
●Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state, which
is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts off
power to the display and other unneeded components.
●Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is
an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount of
power.
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Display
ComponentDescription
(1)Internal display switchTurns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed
(2)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(3)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
(4)WebcamRecords video, captures still photographs, and allows video
(5)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, andEnvironmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
while the power is on.
NOTE: The internal display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
local area networks (WLANs).
conferences and online chat by means of streaming video.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >Communication and Chat>CyberLink YouCam.
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TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on or off.
(2) TouchPad light
(3)TouchPad zoneMoves the on-screen pointer and selects or activates items
(4)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
On: The TouchPad is off.
●
●Off: The TouchPad is on.
on the screen.
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Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital
(2)
(3)
Power light●White: The computer is on.
Wireless light●White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
letters.
Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state,
●
which is an energy-saving mode. The computer shuts
off power to the display and other unneeded
components.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
●
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount
of power.
wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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Buttons
ComponentDescription
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
down briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Microsoft®
Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and
hold the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn
off the computer.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start >
Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options,
or refer to the user guides included with your computer.
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Keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
(2)fn keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
(3)
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
(5)
Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
with the fn key.
with the esc key.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
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ComponentDescription
(1)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(2)Vents (3)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal
components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal
fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
(3)
(4)
(5)
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
Wireless and memory module
compartment
Hard drive bayContains the hard drive.
Contains the wireless and memory modules.
CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the
wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in
the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless
devices in your country or region. If you replace the module and
then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore
computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and
Support.
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3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag.
ItemDescriptionFunction
(1)Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
(2)Serial numberThis is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
(3)Product part numberThis number provides specific information about the product's hardware
16Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
components. The part number helps a service technician to determine
what components and parts are needed.
ItemDescriptionFunction
(4)Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty period for
(5)Model description (select models only)This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and
the computer.
support for the computer.
Service tag17
Computer major components
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Display assembly (not spared)
NOTE: For display assembly spare part information, see
(2)Keyboard (includes keyboard cable):
18Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Display assembly subcomponents on page 22.
ItemComponentSpare part number
For use in India646125-D61
For use in Latin America646125-161
For use in South Korea646125-AD1
For use in Taiwan646125-AB1
For use in Thailand646125-281
For use in the United States646125-001
(3)Power button board (includes cable)685098-001
(4)Top cover (includes TouchPad):
For use with Compaq Presario CQ45 models:685110-001
For use with HP 1000 models:685109-001
(5)Speakers (includes left and right speakers and cable)685106-001
(6)TouchPad button board (includes bracket and cables)685099-001