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First Edition: August 2010
Document Part Number: 618049-001
MSG revision history
RevisionPublication dateDescription
AOctober 2010Display panels have been added in the following locations:
components on page 15, Sequential part number listing on page 22, Display
assembly on page 57.
A new part number for the top cover with Touchpad and Touchpad cable was
added in the following locations: Computer major components on page 15,
Sequential part number listing on page 22, Top cover on page 51.
System boards have been added in the following locations:
on page 1, Computer major components on page 15, Sequential part number
listing on page 22, System board on page 63.
The 6-cell 2.55-Ah, 55-hr Lithium-ion battery was added in the following locations:
Product description on page 1, Computer major components on page 15,
Sequential part number listing on page 22, Battery on page 33.
The DC bracket has been added to the following locations:
on page 21, Sequential part number listing on page 22; Power connector cable
and DC bracket on page 66
Service access covers have been added in the following locations:
major components on page 15, Sequential part number listing on page 22,
Service access cover on page 36.
An HP Mini sleeve was added in the following location:
listing on page 22.
Sequential part number
Computer major
Product description
Miscellaneous parts
Computer
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iv MSG revision history
Safety warning notice
WARNING!To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not
place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard,
flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to
contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device
and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the
International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
Identifying the hardware ....................................................................................................................... 5
Top ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Front ..................................................................................................................................................... 8
Right side ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Left side .............................................................................................................................................. 10
3 Illustrated parts catalog ............................................................................................................................... 14
Service tag ......................................................................................................................................... 14
Computer major components ............................................................................................................. 15
Mass storage device .......................................................................................................................... 20
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................ 21
Sequential part number listing ............................................................................................................ 22
4 Removal and replacement procedures ....................................................................................................... 27
Hard drive specifications .................................................................................................................... 82
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7 Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................................... 83
Using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................................................................. 83
Using system restore points ............................................................................................................... 84
When to create restore points ............................................................................................ 84
Creating a system restore point ......................................................................................... 84
Restoring to a previous date and time ............................................................................... 84
Backing up and recovering using HP Recovery Manager .................................................................. 85
Backing up your information .............................................................................................. 85
Creating a set of recovery discs ........................................................................................ 86
Performing a recovery ........................................................................................................................ 87
Recovering using the recovery discs ................................................................................. 87
Recovering using the partition on the hard drive (select models only) .............................. 88
8 Power cord set requirements ...................................................................................................................... 89
Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................ 89
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................... 90
Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 97
6.5 W, UMA, XSLOT/UMA, HD discrete/UMA, XSLOT, HD discrete
Intel Atom N550 dual-core, 1.5-GHz processor, 512-KB level 2 cache, 667-MHz FSB, 8.5
W, UMA XSLOT/UMA HD discrete
ChipsetIntel NM10 Express
GraphicsIntel Graphics Media Accelerator 3150 Unified Memory Architecture (UMA) graphics
subsystem with Broadcom Crystal High Definition (HD) Enhanced Video Accelerator
hardware decoder (select models only) and support for DVD playback from external drive
or Flash streaming and playback of locally-stored downloaded media files
DisplayThe display assembly includes 1 webcam, 1 microphone, 1 speaker box, and 2 wireless
Broadcom 802.11b/g/n (1x1) and Bluetooth™ 3.0 combination
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Broadcom 4313 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and 2070 Bluetooth 2.1+Enhanced Data Rate
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(EDR) Combo Adapter (Bluetooth 3.0 and high-speed ready)
Ralink RT3090BC4 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo Adapter
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(Bluetooth 3.0 and high-speed ready)
Atheros AR9285 802.11.b/g/n 1x1 WiFi Adapter
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2 WWAN antennas built into display assembly (select models only)
2 WLAN antennas built into display assembly
WWAN by way of:
Ericcson F3307 HSPA Mini Card (select models only)
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Qualcomm Gobi 2000 3G module (select models only)
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GPS by way of Broadcom GPS Mini Card (select models only)
Subscriber identity module (SIM) security
2Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescription
External media cardsDigital Media Slot with push-push technology, supporting:
Memory Stick (MS)
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Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
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Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory Card
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NOTE: SDxC supported for capacity; not speed
Internal media cardsTwo Mini Card slots:
Full-size Mini Card slot with support for WWAN, GPS
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Half-size Mini Card slot with support for WLAN or WLAN+Bluetooth combo
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PortsAudio-in/out combo
RJ-45 (Ethernet; includes link and activity lights)
USB 2.0 (3)
VGA, supporting up to 1600x900 external resolution @ 60 Hz, hot plug/unplug, and auto
detection for correct output to wide-aspect vs. standard-aspect video
3-pin AC power
External monitor
Keyboard/pointing
device
Power requirements40-W UMA AC adapter (non-Smart) with localized cable plug support
SecuritySupports security cable
93% island-style keyboard
HP TouchPad with multi-touch/gesture and left and right buttons support
Support for HP QuickWeb (Windows 7 only) (select models only)
USB Key Recovery support (for Service, refurbish centers, and repair centers)
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Battery (system)
Hard drive
Memory module
WLAN module or WLAN+Bluetooth module
WWAN module (select models only)
GPS module (select models only)
4Chapter 1 Product description
2External component identification
Identifying the hardware
Components included with the computer may vary by country or region and by model. The
illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most computer models.
To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps:
1.Select Start > My Computer.
2.In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information.
3.Select Hardware tab > Device Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify computer configurations using Device Manager.
Identifying the hardware5
Top
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
(4)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
TouchPad lightTurns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap the
TouchPad light to turn the TouchPad on and off.
screen.
6Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Caps lock light
(3)
(4)
TouchPad light
Mute light
Wireless light
Amber: The TouchPad is off.
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Off: The TouchPad is on.
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On: Caps lock is on.
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Off: Caps lock is off.
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Amber: Computer sound is off.
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Off: Computer sound is on.
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White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
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wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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Keys
ComponentDescription
Front
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the fn key.
(2)fn keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
with the esc key.
(3)
(4)
(5)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
ComponentDescription
Speakers (2)Produce sound.
Windows® logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
8Chapter 2 External component identification
Right side
ComponentDescription
(1)Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
Memory Stick (MS)
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Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital (SD) Card
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
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Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory
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Card
(2)
(3) Power switch
(4)
Power light
USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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When the computer is off, slide the switch to turn on
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the computer.
When the computer is on, slide the switch briefly to
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initiate Sleep.
When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the
●
switch briefly to exit Sleep.
When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the switch
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briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and operating
system shutdown procedures are ineffective, slide and hold
the power switch for at least 5 seconds to turn off the
computer.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start >
Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options,
or refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
Right side9
ComponentDescription
(5)
(6)
Left side
ComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
(2) Battery light
(3)
(4)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(5)
External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
Drive lightBlinking: The hard drive is being accessed.
Off: The computer is running on battery power.
●
Blinking white: The battery has reached a low or
●
critical battery level.
Amber: A battery is charging.
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White: The computer is connected to external power
●
and the battery is fully charged.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
ComponentDescription
(6)
(7)
Display
USB portConnects an optional USB device.
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an
optional headset microphone.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, refer to the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
local area networks (WLAN).
(2)WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
wide-area networks (WWAN).
(3)Internal microphoneRecords sound.
(4)WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > HP > HP
MediaSmart > HP MediaSmart Webcam.
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ComponentDescription
(5)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. 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.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)
Battery locking latchLocks the battery into the battery bay.
Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
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3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag.