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.
Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its
proprietor. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel and Core are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Java is a U.S.
trademark of Sun Microsystems, Inc.
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: October 2008
Document Part Number: 483222-001
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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).
Integrated personal area network (PAN) options by way of Bluetooth® module:
Support for no-WPAN option
Broadcom Bluetooth
External media cardOne ExpressCard slot, supporting optional ExpressCard/54 cards
SD Card Reader supporting MultiMediaCard (MMC) and Secure Digital (SD) Memory Cards
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Product description
CategoryDescription
DockingHP 2700 Ultra-Slim Expansion Base support
Signals passed through docking connector:
■ External monitor
■ Headphone
■ Microphone
■ Optical drive support
■ Power
■ RJ-45
■ USB 2.0
Ports1394a
Audio-in (mono microphone)
Audio-out (stereo headphone)
Multi-pin AC power
RJ-11 (modem)
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)
USB (2, one powered)
VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 × 1200 external resolution at 75 GHz (hot plug/unplug
Optional integrated Active Smart card reader
Integrated trusted platform module (TPM) 1.2 chip (soldered to system board)
Integrated USB-based fingerprint reader
Operating systemPreinstalled without Microsoft® Office:
Windows Vista® Business 32
Windows Vista Business 32 with Windows® XPTablet image
FreeDOS
Preinstalled with Microsoft Office:
Windows Vista Business 32 with Microsoft Office 2007 Ready
Windows Vista Business 32 with Windows XPTablet image and Microsoft Office 2007 Ready
Windows Vista Ultimate 32 with Microsoft Office 2007 Ready
Windows Vista Ultimate 32 with Windows XPTablet image and Microsoft Office 2007 Ready
Windows Vista Business 32 with Microsoft Office 2007 Personal
Windows Vista Business 32 with Windows XPTablet image and Microsoft Office
2007 Personal
Windows Vista Business 32 with Microsoft Office 2007 Personal and PowerPoint
Windows Vista Business 32 with Windows XPTablet image, Microsoft Office 2007 Personal,
and PowerPoint
Windows Vista Business 32 with Microsoft Office 2007 Pro
Windows Vista Business 32 with Windows XPTablet image and Microsoft Office 2007 Pro
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Product description
CategoryDescription
Operating systemRestore media:
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
Windows Vista Business 32
Windows Vista Business 64
Windows Vista Ultimate 32
Windows Vista DRDVD
Windows XPTablet
Windows XPTablet DRDVD
Microsoft Office Ready restore DVD
Certified: Novell SuSE Linux
Web support:
Windows Vista Enterprise 32
Windows Vista Enterprise 64
■ AC adapter
■ Battery (system)
■ Hard drive
■ Memory module
■ Optical drive
■ WLAN module
■ WWAN module
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Top components
Wireless antenna locations
2
External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
WWAN antenna*Sends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area
1
WLAN antennae (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area
2
External WWAN antennaSends and receives wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area
3
*These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennae free from obstructions.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that
applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
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networks (WWAN).
networks (WLAN).
networks (WWAN).
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External component identification
Display components
ItemComponentDescription
Webcam light (select models only)On: The webcam is in use.
1
Webcam (select models only)Records audio and video and captures still photographs.
2
Keyboard light buttonOpens and turns on the keyboard light.
3
Keyboard lightIlluminates the keyboard in low-light conditions when the keyboard light button
4
HP Fingerprint Sensor
5
(fingerprint reader)
Internal microphones (2)Record sound and transmit sound for video conferencing and Voice Over
6
Ambient light sensorAutomatically adjusts the display brightness based on the lighting conditions
7
Convertible hingeSwivels the display and converts the computer from traditional notebook
8
is pressed.
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon.
IP (VoIP).
in your environment.
mode into tablet mode or vice versa.
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Buttons and switches
External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
Internal display switchTurns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on.
1
Presentation buttonStarts the presentation feature.
2
Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
3
Volume scroll zoneAdjusts speaker volume:
4
■ To decrease volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from
right to left. You can also press and hold the left end of the volume
scroll zone.
■ To increase volume, slide your finger across the volume scroll zone from
left to right. You can also press and hold the right end of the volume
scroll zone.
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External component identification
Keys
ItemComponentDescription
esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
1
fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with
2
Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
3
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
4
Embedded numeric keypad keysCan be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
5
Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with
6
a function key or the esc key.
the fn key.
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Lights
ItemComponentDescription
Power lig ht■ On: The computer is on.
1
■ Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state (Windows Vista) or Standby
(Windows XP).
■ Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
External component identification
Battery light■ Amber: A battery is charging.
2
■ Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity.
■ Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power source has
reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery
level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
■ Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light turns
off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the computer is
not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the
battery reaches a low battery level.
Drive light■ Blinking turquoise: The hard drive is being accessed.
3
■ Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the internal hard drive.
Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
4
TouchPad light■ Off: TouchPad is enabled.
5
■ Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
Volume mute light■ Turquoise: Computer sound is on.
6
■ Amber: Computer sound is off.
Volume down lightBlinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease speaker volume.
7
Volume up lightBlinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase speaker volume.
8
Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is enabled.
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External component identification
Pointing devices
ItemComponentDescription
TouchPad light■ Off: TouchPad is enabled.
1
■ Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
TouchPad on/off controlEnables/disables the TouchPad when pressed in combination with the fn key.
2
Pointing stick*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
3
fn keyEnables/disables the TouchPad when pressed in combination with the f5 key.
4
Left pointing stick button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
5
TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
6
Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
7
Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
8
TouchPad scroll zone*Scrolls up or down.
9
Right pointing stick button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
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*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel >
Hardware and Sound > Mouse.
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Front components
ItemComponentDescription
Power switch■ When the computer is off, slide the switch to the right to turn on
1
External component identification
the computer.
■ When the computer is on, slide the switch to the right to shut down
the computer.
■ When the computer is in the Sleep state (Windows Vista) or Standby
(Windows XP), slide the switch to the right briefly to exit the Sleep state
or Standby.
■ When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the switch to the right briefly to
exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures
are ineffective, slide the switch to the right and hold 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.
Business card slotHolds a business card in position so that the webcam can capture an image.
2
Display release latchOpens the computer.
3
Keyboard light buttonOpens and turns on the keyboard light.
4
External WWAN antenna buttonOpens the external WWAN antenna.
5
Bluetooth compartmentContains an optional Bluetooth device.
6
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External component identification
Right-side components
ItemComponentDescription
HP Fingerprint Sensor
(fingerprint reader)
1394 portConnects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a camcorder.
Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers,
Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon.
headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
microphone, or monaural microphone.
SD Card ReaderSupports the following optional digital card formats:
■ Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
■ MultiMediaCard (MMC)
USB portConnects an optional USB device.
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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Left-side components
Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
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.
Wireless switchTurns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.
A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a
✎
wireless connection.
Wireless light■ Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network
(WLAN) device, the HP Mobile Broadband Module, and/or a Bluetooth
device, is on.
■ Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Info buttonLaunches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions.
Powered USB portProvides power to a USB device, such as an optional external MultiBay, if
used with a powered USB cable.
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External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
Pen holderStores the pen.
VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
Smart card reader (select
models only)
Wireless switchTurns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.
Wireless light■ Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network
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.
Supports optional smart cards and Java™ Cards.
A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a wireless
✎
connection.
WLAN device, the HP Mobile Broadband Module, and/or a Bluetooth
device, is on.
■ Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Info buttonLaunches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions.
Powered USB portProvides power to a USB device, such as an optional external MultiBay, if
used with a powered USB cable.
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Rear components
ItemComponentDescription
Jog dialIn tablet mode, functions like the enter key and the up and down arrows on a
Esc buttonIn tablet mode, allows you to exit or escape out of an application.
Rotate buttonIn tablet mode, switches the image between landscape and portrait
External component identification
standard keyboard.
■ Press inward to enter a command.
■ Rotate up to scroll up.
■ Rotate down to scroll down.
orientation.
Ctrl+alt+del buttonIn tablet mode:
■ While Windows is running, press the button with the pen to enter the
ctrl+alt+del command.*
■ While the Computer Setup utility is running, press the button with the pen
to enter the reset command. The computer resets and all unsaved
information is lost. The reset function can be used to restore functionality
when the system has become unresponsive.
RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable.
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
*To protect your work and the system, the ctrl+alt+delete command cannot be entered using the ctrl, alt, and del keys on the
on-screen keyboard.
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External component identification
Bottom components
ItemComponentDescription
Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive, memory module slots, WLAN module (select models
only), and WWAN module (select models only).
Vents (4)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.
SpeakerProduces sound.
Battery bayHolds the battery and subscriber identity module (SIM).
Charge level indicatorDisplays the approximate remaining battery charge.
Accessory battery connector doorSlides open to expose the accessory battery connector.
Accessory battery connectorConnects an optional accessory battery.
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
Docking connectorConnects an optional docking device.
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Serial number location
The service tag, affixed to the bottom of the computer, provides information that may be needed when
troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information:
Product name: This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
Serial number (s/n): This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
Part 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.
Model description: This is the number used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer.
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description
provided on the service tag.
(12)Base enclosure (includes display release latch and rubber feet)501501-001
Rubber Kit (not illustrated; includes 4 rubber feet, 5 Mylar screw covers, and 2 display
alignment guides)
(13)6-cell, 4.4-Wh battery504520-001
(14)Shield Kit, includes system board shield (not illustrated) and wireless compartment shield501503-001
483113-001
501483-001
501482-001
501481-001
501496-001
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Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare Part Number
(15)WLAN module:
Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in all countries and regions482957-001
Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in all countries and regions480985-001
Broadcom 4322 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados,
Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago,
the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United States
Broadcom 4322 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, Cameroon, Cape Verde,
the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia,
Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti,
Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador,
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,
Ireland, Israel, Italy, the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati,
Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg,
Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands,
Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro,
Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles, the Netherlands,
New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Panama,
Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino,
Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea,
Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname,
Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Ta j iki s t a n, Tan z a nia, To g o, To ng a,
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
Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados,
Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago,
the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United States
487330-001
487330-002
459263-001
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Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare Part Number
Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/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, Cameroon, Cape Verde,
the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia,
Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti,
Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador,
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,
Ireland, Israel, Italy, the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati,
Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg,
Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands,
Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro,
Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles, the Netherlands,
New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Panama,
Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino,
Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea,
Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname,
Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Ta j iki s t a n, Tan z a nia, To g o, To ng a,
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
(16)HSPDA EV-DO WWAN module483377-002
(17)Hard drive (includes bracket, isolator and connector cable)
459263-002
120-GB, 5400-rpm501491-001
80-GB, 5400-rpm501490-001
80-GB solid-state drive (includes bracket, isolator and connector cable)501492-001
Hard drive connector cable (not illustrated)504519-001
(18)Memory module (PC2-6400, 800-MHz, DDR2)
4096-MB501489-001
2048-MB501488-001
1024-MB501487-001
Cable Kit (not illustrated, includes audio connector board cable, see “Cable Kit” on page 3-7
for more Cable Kit information)
501500-001
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Cable Kit
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
Illustrated parts catalog
Cable Kit:501500-001
Audio connector board cable
Bluetooth module cable
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Illustrated parts catalog
Mass storage devices
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
Hard drive (includes bracket, isolator and connector cable)
120-GB, 5400-rpm501491-001
80-GB, 5400-rpm501490-001
80-GB solid-state drive (includes bracket, isolator and connector cable)501492-001
Hard drive connector cable (not illustrated)504519-001
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Plastics Kit
Item Description Spare part number
Illustrated parts catalog
Plastics Kit: 501499-001
Hinge cover
ExpressCard slot bezel
Hard drive cover (includes one captive screw, secured by a C-clip)
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Miscellaneous parts
Description Spare part number
65-W AC adapter 463958-001
Power cords:
For use in Argentina490371-D01
For use in Brazil490371-201
For use in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa490371-021
For use in Israel490371-BB1
For use in North America490371-001
Screw Kit
■ Phillips PM2.5×7.0 captive screw
■ Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw
■ Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screw
■ Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screw
■ Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw
■ Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw
■ Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screw
■ Torx T8M2.0×8.0 screw
■ Torx T8M2.0×5.0 screw
501498-001
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Sequential part number listing
Spare part numberDescription
459263-001Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize,
Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
and the United States
459263-002Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/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, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile,
the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus,
the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador,
Egypt, El Salvador, 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,
Ireland, Israel, Italy, the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan,
Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia,
Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands, Martinique,
Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique,
Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger,
Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, the
Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San
Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri
Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Swaziland,
Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia,
Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom,
Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
Illustrated parts catalog
461750-001Modem module for use in all countries and regions except Australia and New Zealand (includes
module cable)
461750-011Modem module for use only in Australia and New Zealand (includes module cable)
463958-00165-W AC adapter
480985-001Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in all countries and regions
482957-001Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in all countries and regions
The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include a Bluetooth module cable. The
✎
Bluetooth module cable is included in the Cables Kit, spare part number 501500-001.
483377-002HSPDA EV-DO WWAN module
487330-001Broadcom 4322 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize,
Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands,
and the United States
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Spare part numberDescription
487330-002Broadcom 4322 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, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile,
the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus,
the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador,
Egypt, El Salvador, 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,
Ireland, Israel, Italy, the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan,
Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia,
Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands, Martinique,
Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique,
Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the Nether Antilles, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger,
Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, the
Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San
Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone,
Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri
Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Swaziland,
Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia,
Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom,
Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
490371-001Power cord for use in North America
490371-021Power cord for use in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa
490371-201Power cord for use in Brazil
490371-BB1Power cord for use in Israel
490371-D01Power cord for use in Argentina
501481-001System board equipped with Intel Core2 Duo SU9300 1.20-GHz processor, 800-MHz FSB, and
504170-00112.1-inch, WXGA LED display assembly with webcam (includes ambient light sensor, fingerprint
See “Plastics Kit” on page 3-9 for more Plastics Kit spare part information.
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See “Cable Kit” on page 3-7 for more Cable Kit information.
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microphones, nameplate, 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, and 2 WWAN antenna
transceivers and cables)
reader, logo, 2 microphones, nameplate, 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, and 2 WWAN
antenna transceivers and cables)
504171-00112.1-inch, WXGA LED display assembly with outdoor light (includes ambient light sensor, fingerprint
reader, logo, 2 microphones, nameplate, 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, and 2 WWAN
antenna transceivers and cables)
504172-00112.1-inch, WXGA LED display assembly with webcam and outdoor light (includes ambient light
sensor, fingerprint reader, logo, 2 microphones, nameplate, 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and
cables, and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables)
504519-001Hard drive connector cable
504520-0016-cell, 4.4-Wh battery
507056-001Audio connector board (includes cable)
507057-001Speaker
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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
■ Magnetic screwdriver
■ Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers
■ Torx T8 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, damage to a
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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.
■ 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 these
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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
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■ 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
Unknown user password
If the computer you are servicing has an unknown user password, follow these steps to clear the password:
These steps also clear CMOS.
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Removal and replacement procedures
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 4-8).
5. Remove the real-time clock (RTC) battery (see “RTC battery” on page 4-23).
6. Wait approximately 5 minutes.
7. Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the computer.
8. Connect AC power to the computer. Do not reinsert any batteries at this time.
9. Turn on the computer.
All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared.
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Component replacement procedures
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures.
There are as many as 49 screws, in 9 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.
Serial number location
The service tag, affixed to the bottom of the computer, provides information that may be needed when
troubleshooting system problems. The service tag provides the following information:
Product name: This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
Serial number (s/n): This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
Part 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.
Model description: This is the number used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer.
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description
provided on the service tag.
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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
501496-001. There are four rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below.
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Battery
Description Spare part number
6-cell, 4.4-Wh battery504520-001
Before disassembling the computer, 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.
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 to release the battery.
3. Pivot the rear edge of the battery upward and remove it from the computer.
To insert the battery, insert the front edge of the battery into the battery bay and pivot the rear edge of the battery
downward until it is seated. The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into place.
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SIM
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Removal and replacement procedures
This section applies only to computer models with WWAN capability.
If there is a SIM inserted in the SIM slot, it must be removed before disassembling the computer. Be sure that the
SIM is reinserted in the SIM slot after reassembling the computer.
Before removing the SIM, 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 4-8).
Remove the SIM:
1. Press in on the SIM . (The module is partially ejected from the SIM slot.)
2. Remove the SIM from the SIM slot.
Reverse this procedure to install the SIM.
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Hard drive
The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket, hard drive isolator, and hard drive connector cable.
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DescriptionSpare part number
120-GB, 5400-rpm, 1.8-inch hard drive501490-001
80-GB, 5400-rpm, 1.8-inch hard drive501491-001
80-GB solid-state drive501492-001
Hard drive connector cable504519-001
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 4-8).
5. Remove the SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9).
Remove the hard drive:
1. Loosen the six Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screws that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.
2. Lift the rear edge of the hard drive cover until it rests at an angle, and then remove the hard drive cover.
The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 501499-001.
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3. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the computer.
4. Remove the hard drive bracket .
5. Disconnect the hard drive connector cable from the system board.
6. Release the hard drive by sliding it to the right, and then lifting the rear edge until the hard drive rests at
an angle.
7. Lift the hard drive straight up to remove it from the hard drive compartment.
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.
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WLAN module
CAUTION: The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable.
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DescriptionSpare part number
Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in all countries and regions482957-001
Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in all countries and regions480985-001
Broadcom 4322 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize,
Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and
the United States
Broadcom 4322 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, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the
People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the
Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt,
El Salvador, 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, Ireland,
Israel, Italy, the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia,
Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi,
Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands, Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico,
Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the
Nether Antilles, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan,
Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe,
Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the
Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St.
Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan,
Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tu n i sia, Tu r ke y, Tu r k men i s t an, Tu v a l u,
Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu,
Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize,
Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and
the United States
487330-001
487330-002
459263-001
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DescriptionSpare part number
Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/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, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the
People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the
Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt,
El Salvador, 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, Ireland,
Israel, Italy, the Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia,
Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi,
Malaysia, the Maldives, Mali, Malta, the Marshall Islands, Martinique, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico,
Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, the
Nether Antilles, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan,
Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal,
the Republic of Moldova, Romania, Russia, Rwanda, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe,
Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, the Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, the
Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, St. Kitts and Nevis, St.
Lucia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan,
Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tu n i sia, Tu r ke y, Tu r k men i s t an, Tu v a l u,
Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu,
Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe
459263-002
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 4-8).
5. Remove the SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9).
6. Remove the hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10).
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Remove the WLAN module:
1. Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables 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.
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws that secure the WLAN module to the computer. (The edge of the
module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
3. Remove the WLAN module by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
WLAN modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion into the WLAN module slot.
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Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
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WWAN module
CAUTION: The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable.
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DescriptionSpare part number
HSPDA EV-DO WWAN module483377-002
Before removing the WWAN 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 4-8).
5. Remove the SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9).
6. Remove the hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10).
Remove the WWAN module:
1. Disconnect the WWAN antenna cables from the terminals on the WWAN module.
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The red WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Main” terminal. The blue WWAN antenna
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cable is connected to the WWAN module “Aux” terminal.
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws that secure the WWAN module to the computer. (The edge of
the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
3. Remove the WWAN module by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
WWAN modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion into the WWAN module slot.
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Reverse this procedure to install the WWAN module.
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Memory module
DescriptionSpare part number
4096-MB (PC2-6400, 800-MHz, DDR2)501489-001
2048-MB (PC2-6400, 800-MHz, DDR2)501488-001
1024-MB (PC2-6400, 800-MHz, DDR2)501487-001
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 4-8).
5. Remove the SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9).
6. Remove the hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10).
Remove the memory module:
The top memory module slot is for extension memory and the bottom slot is for primary memory.
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1. Spread the retaining tabs 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 by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
Memory modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion into the memory module slots.
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Reverse this procedure to install a memory module.
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Keyboard
DescriptionSpare part number
For use in Belgium501493-A41
For use in Brazil501493-201
For use the Czech Republic501493-211
For use in Denmark501493-081
For use in Finland and Sweden501493-B71
For use in France501493-051
For use in French Canada501493-121
For use in Germany501493-041
For use in Greece501493-DJ1
For use in Hungary501493-221
For use in Iceland501493-DD1
For use in Israel501493-BB1
For use in Italy501493-061
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For use in Japan501493-291
For use in Latin America501493-161
For use in the Netherlands501493-B31
For use in Norway501493-091
For use in Portugal501493-131
For use in Russia501493-251
For use in Saudi Arabia501493-171
For use in Slovakia501493-231
For use in Slovenia501493-BA1
For use in South Korea501493-AD1
For use in Spain501493-071
For use in Switzerland501493-BG1
For use in Taiwan501493-AB1
For use in Thailand501493-281
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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 4-8).
5. Remove the SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9).
6. Remove the hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10).
Remove the keyboard:
1. Remove the following:
Two Mylar screw covers. The screw covers detailed in this section are available in the Rubber Kit, spare part
number RUB-001.
Six Torx T8M2.0×8.0 screws.
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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 of the keyboard and slide it back until the pointing stick cable is accessible.
5. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector to which the pointing stick cable is attached, and disconnect
the pointing stick cable from the system board.
6. Swing the top edge of the keyboard up and forward until it rests upside down on the palm rest.
7. Release the ZIF connector to which the keyboard cable is attached, and disconnect the keyboard cable
from the system board.
8. Remove the keyboard.
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.
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Hinge cover
The hinge cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 501499-001.
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Before removing the hinge 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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
Remove the hinge cover:
1. Turn the computer upside down, with the rear panel toward you.
2. Remove the two Torx T8M2.0×5.0 screws that secure the hinge cover to the computer.
3. Turn the computer right-side up, with the rear panel toward you.
4. Raise the display to an upright position.
5. Remove the hinge cover by pulling it away from the computer.
Reverse this procedure to install the hinge cover.
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Top cover
DescriptionSpare part number
Top cover (includes LED board and cable and display alignment guides)501502-001
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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
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and then shut it down through the operating system.
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
Remove the top cover:
1. Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.
2. Remove the following:
One small Mylar screw cover. All Mylar screw covers detailed in this section are included in the Rubber Kit,
spare part number RUB-001.
Three Torx T8M2.0×8.0 screws.
Two large Mylar screw covers. The screw covers detailed in this section are included in the Rubber Kit, spare
part number RUB-001.
Two Torx T8M2.0×4.0 screws.
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3. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you.
4. Open the computer as far as possible.
5. Release the ZIF connector to which the TouchPad board cable is connected and disconnect the TouchPad
board cable from the system board.
6. Release the ZIF connector to which the LED board cable is connected and disconnect the LED board cable
from the system board.
7. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer.
8. Lift the front edge of the top cover until it rests at an angle.
9. Remove the top cover by pulling it away from the computer at an angle.
Reverse this procedure to install the top cover.
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RTC battery
Removing the RTC battery and leaving it uninstalled for 5 or more minutes causes all passwords and CMOS
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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
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c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
Remove the RTC battery:
1. Disconnect the RTC battery cable from the system board.
2. Remove the RTC battery . The RTC battery is attached to the system board using two-sided tape.
Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery.
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Audio connector board
DescriptionSpare part number
Audio connector board (includes cable)507056-001
Before removing the audio connector 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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
Remove the audio connector board and cable:
1. Release the ZIF connector to which the audio connector board cable is connected, and disconnect the audio
connector board cable from the system board. The audio connector board cable is included with the audio
connector board and is also available in the Cables Kit, spare part number MCK-001.
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screw that secures the audio connector board to the base enclosure.
3. Remove the audio connector board and cable .
Reverse this procedure to install the audio connector board.
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Bluetooth module
DescriptionSpare part number
Bluetooth module
The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include a Bluetooth module cable. The
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Bluetooth module cable is included in the Cables Kit, spare part number 501500-001.
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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
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483113-001
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
f. Audio connector board (see “Audio connector board” on page 4-24)
Remove the Bluetooth module:
1. Disconnect the Bluetooth module cable from the system board.
2. Remove the Bluetooth module cable from the clips built into the base enclosure.
3. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw that secures the Bluetooth module and bracket to the system board.
4. Remove the module and bracket from the base enclosure.
Reverse this procedure to install the Bluetooth module.
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Speaker
DescriptionSpare part number
Speaker507057-001
Before removing the 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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
f. Audio connector board (see “Audio connector board” on page 4-24)
g. Bluetooth module (see “Bluetooth module” on page 4-25)
Remove the speaker:
1. Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board.
2. Remove the speaker cable from the clips built into the base enclosure.
3. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screw that attaches the speaker to the base enclosure.
4. Remove the speaker from the base enclosure.
Reverse this procedure to install the speaker.
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Display assembly
The display assembly spare part kit includes an ambient light sensor, fingerprint reader, logo, 2 microphones,
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nameplate, 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables.
DescriptionSpare part number
12.1-inch, WXGA LED display assembly with webcam and outdoor light504172-001
12.1-inch, WXGA LED display assembly with webcam504170-001
12.1-inch, WXGA LED display assembly with outdoor light504171-001
12.1-inch, WXGA LED display assembly504169-001
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 4-8).
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5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
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Remove the display assembly:
1. Open the computer as far as possible.
2. Disconnect the following cables from the system board and remove the cables from the clips built into the
system board shielding:
Fingerprint reader board cable
Webcam cable
Microphone cable
3. Remove the wireless antenna cables from the opening in the system board and the clips built into the system
board shielding.
4. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws that secure the display panel cable to the system board.
5. Disconnect the display panel cable from the system board.
6. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw that secures the display converter cable to the system board.
7. Disconnect the display converter cable from the system board.
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CAUTION: The display assembly will be unsupported when the following screws are removed. To prevent damage to the
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display assembly, support it before removing the screws.
8. Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws that secure the display assembly to the computer. Be sure to
hold the display before removing the last screw to prevent damage to the display.
9. Lift the display assembly straight up and remove it.
Reverse this procedure to install the display assembly.
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System board
The system board spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
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DescriptionSpare part number
Equipped with Intel Core2 Duo SL9400 1.86-GHz processor, 1066-MHz FSB, and 6-MB L2 cache501483-001
Equipped with Intel Core2 Duo SL9300 1.60-GHz processor, 1066-MHz FSB, and 6-MB L2 cache501482-001
Equipped with Intel Core2 Duo SU9300 1.20-GHz processor, 800-MHz FSB, and 3-MB L2 cache501481-001
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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
f. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 4-27)
When replacing the system board, be sure that the following components are removed from the defective system
board and installed on the replacement system board:
■ SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
■ WLAN module (see “WLAN module” on page 4-12)
■ WWAN module (see “WWAN module” on page 4-15)
■ Memory modules (see “Memory module” on page 4-16)
■ RTC battery (see “RTC battery” on page 4-23)
■ Fan/heat sink assembly (see “Fan/heat sink assembly” on page 4-34)
■ Modem module (see “Modem module” on page 4-36)
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Remove the system board:
1. Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.
2. Remove the wireless module compartment shield from the base enclosure. The wireless module compartment
shield is included in the Shield Kit, spare part number 501503-001.
3. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you.
4. Press the ExpressCard slot bezel to release it from the ExpressCard slot. (The ExpressCard slot bezel is
partially ejected from the ExpressCard slot.)
5. Remove the ExpressCard slot bezel . The ExpressCard slot bezel is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part
number 501499-001.
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6. Position the computer with the front toward you.
7. Remove the system board shield. The system board shield is included in the Shield Kit, spare part number
501503-001.
8. Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screws that secure the system board to the base enclosure.
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9. Position the computer with the rear panel toward you.
10. Use the battery connector to lift the front edge of the system board until it rests at an angle.
11. Remove the system board by sliding it away from the base enclosure at an angle.
Reverse this procedure to install the system board.
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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
f. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 4-27)
g. System board (see “System board” on page 4-30)
Remove the fan/heat sink assembly:
1. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
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2. Turn the system board upside down with the front toward you.
3. Loosen the six Phillips PM2.5×7.0 captive screws that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the base
enclosure in the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 sequence stamped into the fan/heat sink assembly.
4. Remove the fan/heat sink assembly .
Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the processor heat sink and system board
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components, it may be necessary to move the processor heat sink from side to side to detach it.
The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the heat sink , , and , the processor,
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the graphics system component , and the system board component each time the heat sink is removed.
Replacement thermal material is included with all system board and fan/heat sink assembly spare part kits.
Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly.
To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm (3-inch) clearance on the left side of the computer. The
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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.
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Modem module
The modem module spare part kit includes a modem module cable.
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Description Spare part number
For use only in Australia and New Zealand461750-011
For use in all countries and regions except Australia and New Zealand461750-001
Before removing the modem 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 4-8).
5. Remove the following components:
a. SIM (see “SIM” on page 4-9)
b. Hard drive cover (see “Hard drive” on page 4-10)
c. Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 4-17)
d. Hinge cover (see “Hinge cover” on page 4-20)
e. Top cover (see “Top cover” on page 4-21)
f. Display assembly (see “Display assembly” on page 4-27)
g. System board (see “System board” on page 4-30)
Remove the modem module:
1. Turn the system board upside down, with the RJ-11 and RJ-45 jacks toward you.
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws that secure the modem module to the system board.
3. Lift the modem module straight up to disconnect it from the system board.
4. Disconnect the modem module cable from the modem module.
5. Remove the modem module.
Reverse this procedure to install the modem module.
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Starting Computer Setup
Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is not
working or will not load.
Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this guide may not be supported by your computer.
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An external keyboard or mouse connected to a USB port can be used with Computer Setup only if USB legacy
✎
support is enabled.
To start Computer Setup, follow these steps:
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Computer Setup
1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
2. Press
f10 to enter BIOS Setup.
esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is
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Using Computer Setup
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup
The information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed from the File, Security, Diagnostics, and System
Configuration menus.
To navigate and select in Computer Setup, follow these steps:
1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
❏ To select a menu or a menu item, use the keyboard arrow keys and then press enter, or use a pointing device
to click the item.
❏ To scroll up and down, click the up arrow or the down arrow in the upper-right corner of the screen.
❏ To close open dialog boxes and return to the main Computer Setup screen, press esc, and then follow the
on-screen instructions.
You can use either a pointing device (TouchPad, pointing stick, or USB mouse) or the keyboard to navigate
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and make selections in Computer Setup.
2. Press f10 to enter BIOS Setup.
3. Select the File, Security, Diagnostics, or System Configuration menu.
To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods:
■ To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of the
screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
■ Use the arrow keys to select File > Ignore changes and exit, and then press .
– or –
■ To save your changes and exit Computer Setup menus, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the
screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
– or –
■ Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and then press .
Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts.
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Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup
Restoring defaults will not change the hard drive mode.
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To return all settings in Computer Setup to the values that were set at the factory, follow these steps:
1. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
2. Press to enter BIOS Setup.
3. Use a pointing device or the arrow keys to select File > Restore defaults.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. To save your changes and exit, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the
on-screen instructions.
– or –
Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and then press .
Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts.
Your password settings and security settings are not changed when you restore the factory settings.
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Computer Setup
Computer Setup menus
The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Computer Setup options.
Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer.
✎
File menu
SelectTo do this
System Information■ View identification information for the computer and the batteries in
Set System Date and TimeSet or change the date and time on the computer.
Restore defaultsReplace the configuration settings in Computer Setup with the original factory
Ignore changes and exitCancel any changes entered during the current session. Then exit and restart
Save changes and exitSave any changes entered during the current session. Then exit and restart the
the system.
■ View specification information for the processor, cache and memory size,
system ROM, video revision, and keyboard controller version.
settings. (Hard drive mode, password settings, and security settings are not
changed when you restore the factory settings.)
the computer.
computer. Your changes go into effect when the computer restarts.
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Security menu
Some of the menu items listed in this section may not be supported by your computer.
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SelectTo do this
User Management (requires an
administrator password)
■ Create a new BIOS user account.
■ View a list of ProtectTools users.
Password Policy (requires an
administrator password)
Allow HP SpareKey EnrollmentEnable/disable permission to enroll or reset HP SpareKey.
HP SpareKey EnrollmentEnroll or reset HP SpareKey, which is a set of security questions and answers
HP SpareKeyEnable/disable HP SpareKey (enabled by default).
Fingerprint Reset on Reboot (If Present)Enable/disable the fingerprint reader (select models only; disabled by default).
Change PasswordEnter, change, or delete a BIOS administrator password.
DriveLock Passwords■ Enable/disable DriveLock on any computer hard drive (enabled by default).
TPM Embedded Security (requires an
administrator password)
Revise password policy criteria.
used if you forget your password.
■ Change a DriveLock user password or master password.
DriveLock settings are accessible only when you enter Computer Setup
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by turning on (not restarting) the computer.
■ Change TPM (Trusted Platform Module) Embedded Security device state at
restart. The following options are available:
❐ Do Nothing (enabled by default)
❐ Available and Disabled
❐ Available and Enabled
❐ Factory Defaults
■ Reset Authentication Credential.
■ Enable/disable support for the following:
❐ Power-on authentication support (enabled by default)
❐ Operating system TPM management (enabled by default)
❐ Reset of TPM from operating system (disabled by default)
Disk SanitizerRun Disk Sanitizer to destroy all existing data on the primary hard drive or the
drive in the upgrade bay.
If you run Disk Sanitizer, the data on the selected drive is
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destroyed permanently.
System IDsEnter a user-defined computer asset tracking number and ownership tag.
Setup BIOS Administrator PasswordSet up a BIOS administrator password.
Always Prompt for HP SpareKey EnrollmentEnable/disable a prompt for HP SpareKey enrollment.
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Diagnostics menu
Select To do this
System Diagnostics menu■ F1 System Information–Displays the following information:
System Configuration menu
Some of the listed System Configuration options may not be supported by your computer.
✎
Select To do this
Computer Setup
❐ Identification information for the computer and the batteries in the
system.
❐ Specification information for the processor, cache and memory size,
system ROM, video revision, and keyboard controller version.
■ F2 Start-up Test
the computer.
■ F3 Run-In Test
■ F4 Hard Disk Test–Runs a comprehensive self-test on any hard drive in
the system.
–Verifies the system components needed for starting
–Runs a comprehensive check on system memory.
LanguageChange the Computer Setup language.
Boot Options■ Set a Startup Menu delay (in seconds).
■ Enable/disable Custom Logo (disabled by default).
■ Enable/disable Display Diagnostic URL (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable CD-ROM boot (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable SD Card boot (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable floppy boot (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable PXE Internal NIC boot (enabled by default).
■ Set the Express Boot Popup delay in seconds.
■ Set the boot order.
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Computer Setup
Select To do this
Device Configurations■ Enable/disable USB legacy support (enabled by default). When enabled,
USB legacy support allows the following:
❐ Use of a USB keyboard in Computer Setup even when a Windows®
operating system is not running.
❐ Startup from bootable USB devices, including a hard drive, diskette
drive, or optical drive connected by a USB port to the computer.
■ Select a parallel port mode: ECP (Enhanced Capabilities Port), standard,
bidirectional, or EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port).
■ Enable/disable fan always on while connected to an AC outlet (enabled
by default).
■ Enable/disable LAN Power Save (select models only). When enabled, saves
power by turning off the LAN when not in use (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable Data Execution Prevention. When enabled, the processor can
disable some virus code execution, which helps to improve computer security.
■ SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) device mode. The following
options are available:
Built-In Device Options■ Enable/disable the wireless switch (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable embedded WWAN device radio (select models only; enabled
by default).
■ Enable/disable embedded Bluetooth device radio (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable the Network Interface Controller (LAN) (enabled by default).
■ Set the wake on LAN state. Options include the following:
❐ Disabled
❐ Boot to Network (set by default)
❐ Follow Boot Order
■ Enable/disable the fingerprint device (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable a modem device (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable the embedded WLAN device (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable LAN/WLAN switching (disabled by default).
■ Enable the ambient light sensor (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable the Notebook Multibay device (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable the integrated camera (select models only; enabled
by default).
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Computer Setup
Select To do this
Device Configurations■ Enable/disable USB legacy support (enabled by default). When enabled,
USB legacy support allows the following:
❐ Use of a USB keyboard in Computer Setup even when a Windows®
operating system is not running.
❐ Startup from bootable USB devices, including a hard drive, diskette
drive, or optical drive connected by a USB port to the computer.
■ Select a parallel port mode: ECP (Enhanced Capabilities Port), standard,
bidirectional, or EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port).
■ Enable/disable fan always on while connected to an AC outlet (enabled
by default).
■ Enable/disable LAN Power Save (select models only). When enabled, saves
power by turning off the LAN when not in use (enabled by default).
■ Enable/disable Data Execution Prevention. When enabled, the processor can
disable some virus code execution, which helps to improve computer security.
■ SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) device mode. The following
options are available:
*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.
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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
*PC Card controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5.
System interrupt specifications
Hardware IRQSystem function
Specifications
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
Mobile Intel 4 Series Express Chipset Family
IRQ17High Definition Audio Controller
Intel® ICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller 2938
Marvel Yukon 88E8072 PCIE-Gigabit Ethernet Controller
IRQ18Intel® ICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller 2939
Intel® ICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller 2936
IRQ19 Intel® ICH9 Family USB2 Enhanced Controller 293C
IRQ20Intel® ICH9 Family USB2 Enhanced Controller 293A
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
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may assert IRQ3 or IRQ4.
For operating systems after Windows 2000, APIC (Advanced programming interrupt controller) is used.
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Specifications
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 - 02F Motherboard Resource
030 - 031Program interrupt Controller
034 - 035Program interrupt Controller
038 - 039Program interrupt Controller
03C- 03DProgram interrupt Controller
040 - 043 System Timer
04E-04F Motherboard Resource
050-053 System Timer
060 Standard 101-/102-Key or Microsoft. Natural Keyboard
061 Motherboard Resource
062Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Embedded Controller
063Motherboard Resource
064 Standard 101-/102-Key or Microsoft. Natural Keyboard
065Motherboard resources
066 Microsoft ACPI-Compliant Embedded Controller
067 Motherboard resources
070Motherboard resources
070-077System 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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I/O address (hex) System function (shipping configuration)
0C0- 0DF Direct memory access controller
0F0- 0F0Numeric data processor
0200-027FMotherboard resource
3B0-3BBMobile Intel 4 series Express Chipset Family
3C0-3DFMobile Intel 4 series Express Chipset Family
7020-703FICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller-2936
7040-705FICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller-2935
7060-707F ICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller-2934
7080-709F ICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller-2939
70A0-70BFICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller-2938
70C0-70DFICH9 Family USB universal Host Controller-2937
70E0-70E7 ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller
70E8-70EFICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller
70F0-70F7Mobile Intel 4 series Express Chipset Family
70F8-70FBICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller
70FC-70FF ICH9M-E/M SATA AHCI Controller
EF80-EF9F Motherboard resources
FE00-FE0F Motherboard resources
FE80-EF8FMotherboard resources
FFFFMotherboard resources
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System memory map specifications
SizeMemory addressSystem function
640 KB00000000-0009FFFFBase memory
128 KB000A0000-000BFFFFVideo memory
64 KB000C0000-000CFFFFVideo BIOS
64 KB000E8000-000FFFFFSystem BIOS
00100000- XFFFFFFFExtended memory (based on memory
(X+1)0000000-FEDFFFFFPCI bus
FED00000-FED003FFHigh precision event timer
FEE01000-FFFFFFFFPCI bus
installed)
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This section provides specification and reference information for the screws used in the computer. Some screws
listed in this section are available in the Screw Kit, spare part number 501498-001.
Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screw
ColorQuantityLength Thread Head diameter
Black65.0 mm 2.0 mm5.0 mm
7
Screw listing
Where used: 6 captive screws that secure the hard drive cover to the computer (screws are secured by C clips)
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Screw listing
Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw
ColorQuantityLength Thread Head diameter
Silver23.0 mm2.0 mm5.0 mm
Where used: 2 screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the system board
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Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw
ColorQuantityLengthThreadHead diameter
Black64.0 mm2.0 mm5.0 mm
Where used:
Two screws that secure the WLAN module to the system board
Two screws that secure the WWAN module to the system board
Screw listing
Where used: 2 screws that secure the modem module to the system board
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Screw listing
Torx T8M2.0×8.0 screw
ColorQuantityLength Thread Head diameter
Black98.0 mm2.0 mm4.5 mm
Where used: 6 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer
Where used: 3 screws that secure the top cover to the base enclosure
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Torx T8M2.0×5.0 screw
ColorQuantityLengthThreadHead diameter
Black45.0 mm2.0 mm4.5 mm
Where used: 2 screws that secure the hinge cover to the computer
Screw listing
Where used: 2 screws that secure the top cover to the base enclosure
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Screw listing
Phillips PM2.0×5.0 screw
ColorQuantityLengthThreadHead diameter
Black85.0 mm2.0 mm5.0 mm
Where used: 2 screws that secure the top cover to the base enclosure
Where used: One screw that secures the audio connector board to the base enclosure
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Where used: One screw that secures the speaker to the base enclosure
Where used: 4 screws that secure the system board to the base enclosure
Screw listing
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Screw listing
Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw
ColorQuantityLength Thread Head diameter
Black44.0 mm2.0 mm4.0 mm
Where used: One screw that secures the Bluetooth module to the base enclosure
Where used:
One screw that secures the display converter cable to the system board
Two screws that secure the display panel cable to the system board
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Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screw
ColorQuantityLength Thread Head diameter
Black46.0 mm2.5 mm5.0 mm
Where used: 4 screws that secure the display assembly to the computer
Screw listing
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Screw listing
Phillips PM2.5×7.0 captive screw
ColorQuantityLength Thread Head diameter
Silver67.0 mm2.5 mm5.0 mm
Where used: 6 captive screws that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the system board (screws are secured by
C clips)
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Backup and recovery in Windows Vista
Overview
To protect your information, use the Backup and Restore Center to back up individual files and folders, back up
your entire hard drive (select models only), or create system restore points. In case of system failure, you can use
the backup files to restore the contents of your computer.
The Backup and Restore Center provides the following options:
■ Backing up individual files and folders
■ Backing up the entire hard drive (select models only)
For detailed instructions, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support.
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In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them for later use.
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Backing up your information
Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. You should create your initial backup
immediately after software setup. As you add new software and data files, you should continue to back up your
system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup.
You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs.
Note the following when backing up:
■ Store personal files in the Documents folder, and back it up regularly.
■ Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs.
■ Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings.
The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences.
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Backup and recovery
To create a screen shot:
1. Display the screen you want to save.
2. Copy the screen image:
To copy only the active window, press
To copy the entire screen, press
3. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste.
The screen image is added to the document.
4. Save the document.
■ When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW,
DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, or DVD}RW. The discs you use will depend on the type of optical
drive installed in your computer.
DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup
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reduces the number of recovery discs required.
When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive of the computer.
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To create a backup using Backup and Restore Center, follow these steps:
Be sure that the computer is connected to AC power before you start the backup process.
alt+fn+prt sc.
fn+prt sc.
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The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer.
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1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore Center.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to back up your entire computer (select models only) or your files.
Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be
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prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing
Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information.
Performing a recovery
In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files:
■ Windows recovery tools: You can use the Backup and Restore Center to recover information you have
previously backed up. You can also use Windows Startup Repair to fix problems that might prevent Windows
from starting correctly.
■ f11 recovery tools: You can use the f11 recovery tools to recover your original hard drive image. The image
includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory.
If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer, you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to
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reboot the computer and repair the operating system. For additional information, refer to the Using a Windows
Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately) section in this guide.
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Using the Windows recovery tools
To recover information you previously backed up, follow these steps:
1. Click Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore Center.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to recover your entire computer (select models only) or your files.
Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer. You may be
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prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing
Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information.
To recover your information using Startup Repair, follow these steps:
CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created
Ä
and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process
restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery.
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. If possible, check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. To find the
partitions, select Start > Computer.
If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition have been deleted, you must recover your operating
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system and programs using the Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both
purchased separately). For additional information, refer to the Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD
(purchased separately) section in this guide.
Backup and recovery
3. Restart the computer, and then press f8 before the Windows operating system loads.
4. Select Repair your computer.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Using f11
CAUTION: Using f11 completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any
Ä
software installed on the computer are permanently removed. The f11 recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP
programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Software not installed at the factory must be reinstalled.
To recover the original hard drive image using f11, follow these steps:
1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition. To find the partition, select
3. Turn on or restart the computer, and then press esc while the “Press the ESC key for Startup Menu” message is
For additional information on recovering information using the Windows tools, perform a search for these topics in
✎
Help and Support.
Start > Computer.
If the HP Recovery partition has been deleted, you must recover your operating system and programs using the
✎
Windows Vista operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both purchased separately). For additional
information, refer to the “Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)” section in
this guide.
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
4. Press
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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f11 while the “Press <F11> for recovery” message is displayed on the screen.
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Backup and recovery
Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD (purchased separately)
If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer, you must purchase a Windows Vista operating system DVD to
reboot the computer and repair the operating system. Make sure that your most recent backup (stored on discs or on
an external drive) is easily accessible. To order a Windows Vista operating system DVD, go to
http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. You can also
order the DVD by calling technical support. For contact information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers
booklet included with the computer.
CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive.
Ä
All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete,
the recovery process helps you restore the operating system, as well as drivers, software, and utilities.
To initiate recovery using a Windows Vista operating system DVD, follow these steps:
This process takes several minutes.
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1. If possible, back up all personal files.
2. Restart the computer, and then insert the Windows Vista operating system DVD into the optical drive before
the Windows operating system loads.
3. When prompted, press any keyboard key.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Click Next.
6. Select Repair your computer.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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