HP Omnibook XE3 AMD Service Manual

HP Omnibook XE3

(AMD CPU Version: Technology Codes GE and GD)

Service Manual

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Edition History

Edition 1.........................August 2000

Edition 2....................November 2001

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Contents

Product Information......................................................................................................1-1

Technology Codes........................................................................................................................ 1-2

Features......................................................................................................................................... 1-3

Operation...................................................................................................................................... 1-6

Turning the Notebook On and Off......................................................................................... 1-6

Checking the Notebook’s Status............................................................................................ 1-7

Using Fn Hot Keys................................................................................................................. 1-9

Resetting the Notebook........................................................................................................ 1-10

Using the CD/DVD Player (selected models) ..................................................................... 1-11

Specifications.............................................................................................................................. 1-12

Hardware Specifications...................................................................................................... 1-12

Internal Design............................................................................................................................ 1-15

Removal and Replacement............................................................................................2-1

Disassembly Flowchart................................................................................................................. 2-2

Removing the Battery (User-Replaceable)................................................................................... 2-4

Removing an SDRAM Module (User-Replaceable).................................................................... 2-5

Removing the Mini-PCI PCA (selected models) (User-Replaceable).......................................... 2-7

Replacing Small Parts (User-Replaceable)................................................................................... 2-9

Removing the Keyboard Cover (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)................................. 2-10

Removing the Keyboard (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)........................................... 2-12

Removing the Hard Disk Drive (HP Authorized Service Providers Only) ................................ 2-14

Removing the Display Assembly (HP Authorized Service Providers Only).............................. 2-18

Removing the Top Case (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)............................................ 2-22

Removing the CD Player PCA (selected models) (HP Authorized Service Providers Only) .... 2-24

Removing the Hinge Saddle Set (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)............................... 2-25

Removing the Video PCA (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)........................................ 2-27

Removing the Heatsink Assembly (with Fan) (HP Authorized Service Providers Only).......... 2-29

Removing the CPU Module (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)...................................... 2-30

Removing the Floppy Disk Drive (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)............................. 2-32

Removing the CD/DVD Drive (HP Authorized Service Providers Only) ................................. 2-34

Removing the Motherboard or Bottom Case (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)............ 2-35

Reinstalling the Motherboard .............................................................................................. 2-37

Replacing the Bottom Case.................................................................................................. 2-38

Removing Notebook Components (HP Authorized Service Providers Only)............................ 2-40

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics..................................................................................3-1

Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................ 3-2

Checking for Customer Abuse............................................................................................... 3-3

Troubleshooting the Problem................................................................................................. 3-4

Verifying the Repair .............................................................................................................. 3-4

Suggestions for Troubleshooting........................................................................................... 3-5

Diagnostic Tools......................................................................................................................... 3-22

e-DiagTools Diagnostic Program ........................................................................................ 3-22

Power-On Self-Test ............................................................................................................. 3-28

Sycard PCCtest 450/460 CardBus Card (Optional)............................................................. 3-31

Desktop and Windows Management Interfaces (DMI/WMI)..............................................3-32

BIOS Setup Utility............................................................................................................... 3-33

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Replaceable Parts...........................................................................................................4-1

Reference Information...................................................................................................5-1

Password Removal Policy.............................................................................................................5-1

Hewlett-Packard Display Quality Statement.................................................................................5-2

Figures

Figure 1-1. Top/Right View.................................................................................................................1-3

Figure 1-2. Front View.........................................................................................................................1-4

Figure 1-3. Rear/Left View ..................................................................................................................1-4

Figure 1-4. Bottom View......................................................................................................................1-5

Figure 1-5. Status Lights ......................................................................................................................1-7

Figure 1-6. Resetting the Notebook....................................................................................................1-10

Figure 1-7. Multimedia Buttons.........................................................................................................1-11

Figure 1-8. Replaceable Module Diagram.........................................................................................1-15

Figure 2-1. Disassembly Flow..............................................................................................................2-2

Figure 2-2. Removing the Battery........................................................................................................2-4

Figure 2-3. Removing the SDRAM Cover...........................................................................................2-5

Figure 2-4. Removing an SDRAM Module.........................................................................................2-6

Figure 2-5. Removing the Mini-PCI PCA............................................................................................2-8

Figure 2-6. Removing the Keyboard Cover Retaining Screws ..........................................................2-10

Figure 2-7. Removing the Keyboard Cover .......................................................................................2-11

Figure 2-8. Loosening the Keyboard Retaining Screws.....................................................................2-12

Figure 2-9. Disconnecting the Keyboard Cable.................................................................................2-13

Figure 2-10. Removing the Hard Disk Drive.....................................................................................2-15

Figure 2-11. Removing the Hard Disk Carrier...................................................................................2-15

Figure 2-12. Removing the Display ...................................................................................................2-19

Figure 2-13. Video PCA DIP Switches..............................................................................................2-21

Figure 2-14. Removing the Top Case Retaining Screws....................................................................2-22

Figure 2-15. Removing the Top Case.................................................................................................2-23

Figure 2-16. Removing the CD Player PCA......................................................................................2-24

Figure 2-17. Removing the Hinge Saddle Retaining Screws.............................................................2-25

Figure 2-18. Removing the Hinge Saddle..........................................................................................2-26

Figure 2-19. Removing the Video PCA.............................................................................................2-28

Figure 2-20. Removing the Heatsink Assembly.................................................................................2-29

Figure 2-21. Removing the CPU Module...........................................................................................2-31

Figure 2-22. Removing the Floppy Disk Drive..................................................................................2-33

Figure 2-23. Removing the CD/DVD Drive......................................................................................2-34

Figure 2-24. Removing the Motherboard...........................................................................................2-36

Figure 2-25. Installing the PCMCIA Doors.......................................................................................2-38

Figure 2-26. Example of Serial Number Label ..................................................................................2-39

Figure 3-1. Basic Troubleshooting Steps .............................................................................................3-2

Figure 3-2. e-DiagTools Screens — Basic and Advanced.................................................................3-22

Figure 3-3. Serial and Parallel Loopback Connectors........................................................................3-24

Figure 4-1. Exploded View..................................................................................................................4-2

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Tables

Table 1-1. Omnibook XE3 Series Models...........................................................................................1-1

Table 1-2. Activating Power Modes.................................................................................................... 1-6

Table 1-3. Status Lights....................................................................................................................... 1-8

Table 1-4. Fn Hot Keys ....................................................................................................................... 1-9

Table 1-5. XE3 Series Hardware Specifications............................................................................... 1-12

Table 1-6. XE3 Series Accessories ................................................................................................... 1-14

Table 1-7. Functional Structure......................................................................................................... 1-16

Table 2-1. Removal Cross-Reference.................................................................................................. 2-1

Table 2-2. Required Equipment...........................................................................................................2-3

Table 2-3. Recommended Screw Torques........................................................................................... 2-3

Table 2-4. SDRAM Module Replacement Part Numbers................................................................... 2-5

Table 2-5. Mini-PCI PCA Replacement Part Numbers....................................................................... 2-7

Table 2-6. Replacing Small Parts (User-Replaceable)........................................................................ 2-9

Table 2-7. Hard Disk Drive Replacement Part Numbers.................................................................. 2-14

Table 2-8. Motherboard Video DIP Switch Settings for Technology Code GE Models .................. 2-20

Table 2-9. Motherboard Video DIP Switch Settings for Technology Code GD Models.................. 2-20

Table 2-10. CPU Module Replacement Part Numbers...................................................................... 2-30

Table 2-11. Removing Notebook Components................................................................................. 2-40

Table 3-1. Scope of Diagnostic Tools................................................................................................. 3-5

Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Suggestions............................................................................................. 3-6

Table 3-3. e-DiagTools Error Codes................................................................................................. 3-25

Table 3-4. POST Terminal-Error Beep Codes.................................................................................. 3-28

Table 3-5. POST Messages............................................................................................................... 3-29

Table 3-6. Sycard PCCtest Commands ............................................................................................. 3-31

Table 3-7. BIOS Setup Menus and Parameters................................................................................. 3-33

Table 4-1. Replaceable Parts for Technology Code GE Models......................................................... 4-3

Table 4-2. Replaceable Parts for Technology Code GD Models........................................................ 4-5

Table 4-3. Accessory Replaceable Parts.............................................................................................. 4-7

Table 4-4. Part Number Reference...................................................................................................... 4-8

Table 5-1. XE3 TFT LCD Guidelines (13.3/14.1/15.0-in XGA, 15.0-in SXGA+) ............................ 5-3

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Introduction

This manual provides reference information for servicing HP Omnibook XE3 notebook PCs. It is for
use by HP-authorized service personnel while installing, servicing, and repairing these products.

The manual is designed as a self-paced guide that will train you to install, configure, and repair XE3
notebooks. The manual is self-contained, so you can follow it without having equipment available.

The following table lists other sources of information about the notebook and related products.

Source Address or Number Comments

HP Notebook Web Site http://www.hp.com/notebooks

(European mirror:
http://www.europe.hp.com/notebooks)

HP Partnership Web http://partner.americas.hp.com Restricted to Authorized Resellers

only.

HP Asia Pacific Channel
Support Centre for DPSP
Partners

HP/MCD Web Site http://www.mcd.hp.com HP’s internal web site for division

America Online Keyword: HP Call [phone] for membership

CompuServe GO HP Call [phone] for membership

HP Support Assist CD [phone] US and Canada.

Microsoft Windows manual Information about Windows operating

Microsoft We b http://www.microsoft.com Information and updates for Windows

http://www.hp.com.au Restricte d to DPSP Partners only.

information.

within the US.

within the US.

[phone] Outside US and Canada.

system.

operating systems.

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Product Information

The Omnibook XE3 series is HP’s value all-in-one business notebook computer, targeted at small- to
medium-sized businesses (SMBs). It combines affordability, value, ease-of-use, and quality in a
convenient package that integrates easily into any SMB environment at a wide range of prices. It also
incorporates several new technologies and an enhanced industrial design for greater ease-of-use,
quality, and reliability.

The products described in this service manual may have either of two technology codes—GE or
GD—as listed in the following table. These codes determine the service parts needed for that model—
see “Technology Codes“ on page 1-2.

Table 1-1. Omnibook XE3 Series Models

Product CPU Display/color Hard

Drive

F2407M Athlon 1 GHz 15.0” XGA/silver 20 GB 256 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion ME GD
F2409 Duron 800 MHz 13.3-in XGA/blue 10 GB 128 MB CD (24X) No
F2410 Athlon 1 GHz 13.3-in XGA/blue 10 GB 128 MB CD (24X) No
F2411 Duron 800 MHz 13.3-in XGA/blue 10 GB 128 MB CD (24X) No
F2412 Duron 800 MHz 13.3-in XGA/blue 10 GB 128 MB CD (24X) No
F2418M Duron 850 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 128 MB DVD (8X) Yes Y 6 Li-Ion ME GD
F2419M Athlon 900 MHz 15.0-in XGA/silver 20 GB 256 MB DVD (8X) Yes Y 9 Li-Ion ME GD
F2420M Athlon 1 GHz 15.0-in XGA/silver 30 GB 256 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion ME GD
F3779 Duron 800 MHz 13.3-in XGA/cole gray 10 GB 128 MB CD (24X) No
F3780 Athlon 900 MHz 14.1-in XGA/cole gray 20 GB 128 MB DVD (8X) Yes Y 9 Li-Ion W98 GD
F3781 Athlon 900 MHz 14.1-in XGA/cole gray 20 GB 128 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion W98 GD
F3783M Duron 850 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 256 MB DVD (8X) Yes Y 6 Li-Ion ME/works GD
F3784M Duron 850 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 256 MB Combo Yes Y 6 Li-Ion ME/works GD
F3865M Duron 850 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 128 MB DVD (8X) Yes Y 6 Li-Ion ME/works GD
F3886HT Duron 900 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 256 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE
F3924H Athlon 900 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 256 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE
F3927H Athlon 1 GHz 15.0-in XGA/silver 30 GB 256 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE
F3928H Athlon 950 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 2x128 MB 4DVD (8X) Yes Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE
F3929H Athlon 1 GHz 15.0-in XGA/silver 20 GB 2x256 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-I on XP Home GE
F3930H Athlon 1.1 GHz 15.0-in SXGA+/silver 30 GB 2x256 MB Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE
F3931H Duron 900 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 10 GB 256 MB DVD (8X) No
F3933H Athlon 950 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 2x128 MB 4Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE
F3978AV BTCO BTCO BTCO BTCO BTCO Yes Y BTCO XP Home GE
F3980AV BTCO BTCO BTCO BTCO BTCO No

Standard
SDRAM

CD/DVD

1

drive

Multimedia
buttons/
status panel

5
5
5
5

5

5

5

LAN Battery 2OS

NNiMh W98 GD
NNiMh W98 GD
NNiMh W98 GD
NNiMh W98 GD

NNiMh W98 GD

Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE

YBTCOXP HomeGE

3

Tech.
Code

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Product CPU Display/color Hard

F4307H Duron 900 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 128 MB Combo Yes Y NiMH XP Home GE
F4308H Athlon 900 MHz 14.1-in XGA/silver 20 GB 256 MB Combo Yes Y NiMH XP Home GE
F4309H Athlon 1 GHz 15.0-in SXGA+/silver 30 GB 256 M B Combo Yes Y 9 Li-Ion XP Home GE

This table lists only base product configurations—cus tom configurations are not inc l uded.
All models include 56K modem.
LAN supports Ethernet 10Bas e-T (10 Mbps ) and 100B ase-T (100 Mbps).
BTCO = Built to Customer Order.

1

Combo optical drive = DVD + CD-RW.

2

Battery = 6- or 9-cell Li-Ion or NiMH.

3

OS = Windows XP Home Edit ion, Windows ME, or W i ndows 98.

4

Two 128-MB modules instead of one 256-MB module.

5

“Defeatured” SKUs have no mult i media player buttons or LCD status panel .

Drive

Standard
SDRAM

CD/DVD

1

drive

Multimedia
buttons/
status panel

LAN Battery 2OS

3

Tech.
Code

Technology Codes

HP does not change the name of a product every time the product’s technology changes. While this
helps ensure continuing market momentum for HP products, it complicates technology deployment
and support processes.

To help solve this problem, HP has added a technology code to the serial number of each of its
products. Since the BIOS must be matched to the notebook’s hardware, the same code is used for the
BIOS and the hardware. This manual refers to technology code deferences where applicable.

The table below shows the technology codes and the changes they signify for the products. Before
downloading software or drivers or performing repairs, note the technology code for the HP notebook
model.

Note that the first two characters of the BIOS ID (for example, GE.M1.02) indicate the hardware
technology. You can also determine the BIOS ID using the BIOS Setup utility, or by pressing Esc
during the boot process when the HP logo appears.

This manual contains service information for products having the following technology codes.

Technology code Product name Details

GD Omnibook XE3

Pavil ion N5XXX series
(X is any number 0-9)

GE Omnibook XE3

Pavil ion N5XXX series
(X is any number 0-9)

AMD Celeron and Athlon processors,
Windows ME, 2000, or 98 operating system.

AMD Celeron and Athlon processors, Windows XP
operating system, cosmetic change (new lighter
blue color on all plastics).

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Features

The following illustrations show the notebook’s main external features. For an exploded view of the
notebook, see page 4-2.

Figure 1-1. Top/Right View

1. One-Touch buttons (four).

2. Power switch and status light.

3. Status lights (left to right: battery status, caps lock,
num lock, scroll lock, floppy drive access, hard
drive access, CD/DVD drive access).
(See page 1-7.)

4. Pad Lock touch pad on/off button.

5. Touch pad (pointing device).

6. Scroll up/down toggle.

7. Click buttons.

8. CD/DVD drive.

9. Built-in microphone.

10. CD/DVD eject button.

11. Standby button (blue).

12. Modem port.

13. LAN port (selected models).

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Figure 1-2. Front View

14. Headphone jack.

15. Status panel mode select button (selected models).

16. Status panel (selected models).

Figure 1-3. Rear/Left View

19. AC adapter jack.

20. PS/2 port (external mouse or keyboard).

21. Serial port.

22. Parallel port.

23. VGA port (external monitor).

24. TV output port.

25. Two USB ports.

17. Multimedia buttons (selected models).

18. Latch.

26. Microphone jack.

27. Kensington lock slot (security connector).

28. PC card slots (upper and lower).

29. System-off switch (for resetting notebook).

30. PC card eject buttons.

31. Floppy disk drive.

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Figure 1-4. Bottom View

32. Battery.

33. Battery latch.

34. SDRAM cover.

35. Mini-PCI cover.

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Operation

This section gives an overview of the notebook’s operation.

Turning the Notebook On and Off

You can start and stop the notebook using its power switch or blue standby button. However, at times
you may want to use certain methods to start or stop the notebook—depending on power
considerations, types of active connections, and start-up time.

Table 1-2. Activating Power Modes

Power mode To enter this mode To turn on again
Display-off mode

Power status LED stays green.
Saves minimal power.
Turns off the display and hard disk.
Restarts quickly.
Maintains network connections.

Standby mode

Power status LED turns amber.
Saves significant power.
Turns off the display, hard drive, and other
components.
Maintains the current session in SDRAM.
Restarts quickly.
Restores network connections.

Hibernate mode

Power status LED turns off.
Saves maximum power.
Saves the current session to disk, then turns off.
Restores network connections.

Turn off

Power status LED turns off.
Saves maximum power.
Turns off without saving the current session.
At startup, resets everything, starts a new session,
and restores network connections with mini-PCI
and some PCMCIA cards.

Allow timeout. Press any key or

move a pointing
device to restore
the display (“Instant
On”).

Press the blue standby button.
–or–
Click Start, Turn Off Computer,
Stand By.
–or–
Click Start, Shutdown, Standby.
–or–
Allow timeout (Windows 98 only).

Click Start, Turn Off Computer,
then press and hold Shift and click
Hibernate.
–or–
Click Start, Shut Down, Hibernate.
–or–
Allow timeout (Windows 98 only).

Click Start, Turn Off Computer,
Turn Off.
–or–
Click Start, Shut Down, Shut down
(recommended).
–or–
Slide the power switch and hold for
five seconds (only if the Start menu
procedure doesn’t work).

Press the blue
standby button to
return to your
current session
(“Instant-On”).

Press the blue
standby button to
recover your
previous session.

Press the blue
standby button to
restart with a new
session.

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Checking the Notebook’s Status

The notebook’s status lights—located above the keyboard—report power and battery status, keyboard
status, and drive activity.

1. Power status.

2. Battery status.

3. Caps lock.

4. Num lock.

Figure 1-5. Status Lights

5. Scroll lock.

6. Floppy disk drive activity.

7. Hard disk drive activity.

8. CD/DVD drive activity.

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Indicator Meaning

LED next to

power switch

A

1

Power status

Green: the notebook is on.
Amber: the notebook is in standby mode.
No light: the notebook is off or in hibernate mode.

Battery status

Green: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged.
Amber: the AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging.
Red. the AC adapter is connected and the battery has a fault.
Off: the AC adapter is not connected, or the adapter is connected but the battery is

missing.

Caps Lock

Caps Lock is active.

Num Lock

Num Lock is active. (The Keypad Lock must also be on to use the embedded keypad.)

Scroll Lock

Scroll Lock is active.

Floppy disk drive activity

Green: the notebook is accessing the floppy disk drive.

Hard disk drive activity

Green: the notebook is accessing the hard disk drive.

CD/DVD drive activity

Green: the notebook is accessing the CD/DVD drive.

Table 1-3. Status Lights

In addition, the status panel on the front of the notebook (if present) provides CD playback status and
other system information. For details, see the section “Status panel” in the notebook’s

.

Guide

Reference

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Using Fn Hot Keys

The combination of the Fn key plus another key creates a
various system controls. To use a hot key, press

and hold

hot key

Fn, press the appropriate second key, then

—a shortcut key sequence—for

release both keys.

Table 1-4. Fn Hot Keys

Hot Key Effect

Fn+F1 Decreases the display brightness (TFT screens only).
Fn+F2 Increases the display brightness (TFT screens only).
Fn+F3 Decreases the display brightness (HPA screens only).
Fn+F4 Increases the display brightness (HPA screens only).
Fn+F5 Toggles among the built-in display, an external display, and simultaneous display on both.
Fn+F7 Mutes the notebook’s speakers.
Fn+F8 Toggles the built-in numeric keypad on and off. Does not affect an external keyboard. If

Num Lock is on, the numeric functions are active; otherwise, cursor control is active.
Fn+Lock key* Toggles Scroll Lock on and off.
Fn+Up arrow Increases sound volume.
Fn+Down arrow Decreases sound volume.

*The Lock key is in the top row of the keyboard:

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Resetting the Notebook

Occasionally, Windows or the notebook may stop responding, so that you cannot turn the notebook
off. If this happens, try the following in the order listed:

If possible, turn off the notebook from Windows: click Start, Turn Off Computer, Turn Off.

•

Press Ctrl+Alt+Del, then click Shut Down.

•

Slide and hold the power switch for about five seconds, until the notebook turns off.

•

Insert a straightened paper clip into the system-off switch on the left side of the notebook (beneath

•

the PC card eject buttons).

Figure 1-6. Resetting the Notebook

Once the notebook is off, press the blue standby button to restart.

Note

To boot from a CD or DVD, insert a bootable CD (such as a Recovery CD) into the drive, then
restart. Press Esc when the HP logo appears, then select the CD-ROM/DVD drive as the
temporary boot device.

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Using the CD/DVD Player (selected models)

The multimedia buttons on the front of the notebook control the CD/DVD player, and work in much
the same way as do the controls of a standalone CD or DVD player. The player operates whether the
notebook is on, off, or in standby or hibernate mode. (When the notebook is on, the volume control
buttons also govern the volume for most other audio applications.)

If the notebook is off or in standby or hibernate mode, slide the multimedia power switch to the left to
activate the player. For details about using the CD/DVD player, see the notebook’s

Figure 1-7. Multimedia Buttons

Reference Guide

.

1. Multimedia power (use only when notebook is
turned off or in standby or hibernate mode).

2. Previous track button.

3. Play/pause button.

4. Stop button (when notebook is on).
Stop/eject (when notebook is off).

5. Next track button.

6. Volume control down button.

7. Volume control up button.

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Specifications

The following tables list the specifications for the notebook and its accessories. These are subject to
change: for the latest versions, see the HP Notebook web site, www.hp.com/notebooks
(in Europe: www.europe.hp.com/notebooks).

Hardware Specifications

Table 1-5. XE3 Series Hardware Specifications

Physical Attributes Size:

13.03 x 10.72 x 1.59 in (331 x 272.3 x 40.5 mm) for 13.3/14.1-in models.

13.46 x 10.92 x 1.65 in (342 x 276.6 x 42.0 mm) for 15.0-in models.

Weight:

Processor Technology code GD:

Technology code GE:
Chip Set
SDRAM

Mass Storage Hard disk drive:

Display
Graphics Controller
Power

Keyboard and
Pointing Devices

Audio System

Audio

Ali M1647 + M1535.

133-MHz (PC133) SDRAM.

No SDRAM on board.

Two 1.25-in slots for expansion up to 512 MB, using two 256-MB SODIMM modules

(144 pin, 3.3 V).

– 10, 20, or 30 GB, PCI Bus Master Enhanced IDE.

– 9.5 mm, 2.5 in.

– Technology code GD: Supports Ultra DMA33/66.

– Technology code GE: Supports Ultra DMA33/66/100.

Floppy disk drive:

Optical drive:

(Combo), 12.7 mm module.

13.3/14.1/15.0-in XGA (1024x768) or 15.0-in SXGA+ (1400x1050) TFT LCD.

Trident CBXP + 8 MB video RAM.

Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (11.1 V) or NiMH battery (10.8 V).

Battery life: up to 3 hrs depending on settings, usage, battery, and other factors.

Charging time: 2.2 hrs (system off), 3 hrs (system on).

Low-battery warning.

Suspend/resume capability.

AC adapter (DC-in) jack.

Universal AC adapter: 100–240 Vac (50/60 Hz) input, 19 Vdc output, 60–65 W.

87/88/90-key spill-proof QWERTY keyboard with 101/102 key emulation.

Embedded numeric keypad, 12 function (Fn) keys.

Touch pad with on/off button.

Left and right click buttons, center scroll button.

NS87570 keyboard controller.

CD player with built-in control buttons and status display (selected models).

Two stereo speakers.

Built-in microphone.

Microphone and headphone jacks.

ESS Allegro (1988).

– Integrated AC’97 CODEC.

– HSP modem interface via MC’97 link.

– Supports wake up on Ring.

Modem CODEC ESS 2828 on mini-PCI slot.

7 lbs minimum.

AMD Duron and Athlon, 200-MHz FSB.
AMD K7 Duron and Athlon, 200-MHz FSB.

1.44 MB, 12.7 mm, 3-mode module.

24x CD, 8x DVD, 24x8x CD-RW (or higher), 8x4x24x8 DVD-CDRW

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Communications LAN:

– Transmission rate: 10 or 100 Mbps based on Auto-Negotiation.
– Data standard: supports Category 3 (10Base-T/100Base-T) and Category 5
(100Base-TX) media coupler.
– Power management: supports remote power-up using Wake on LAN from S3
(suspend) (WOL) technology and Deep power-down mode support.

Modem:

– Data modem standard: supports V.90, V.34, V.32bis, V.32, V.22bis, V.22, V.23,
and V.21; Bell 212A and 103.
– Error correction: V.42 LAPM, and MNP 2-4 error correction.
– Data compression: V.42bis and MNP 5 data compression.
– Fax modem standard: send/receive rates up to 14400 bps, V.17, V.29, V.27ter,
and V.21 channel 2.
– Power management: supports ACPI Power Management and wake up on Ring
from S3.

Input/Output

Expandability
Options

Environmental Limits

Serial port: 9 pins (RS232), 16550 compatible.
High-speed bidirectional parallel port: 25 pins, EPP/ECP capability.
VGA port: 15 pins.
PS/2: 6 pins, for keyboard, keypad or PS/2 mouse (Y adapter compatible).
Microphone-in, headphone-out jacks.
Internal microphone.
Two USB ports.
Composite TV-out.
RJ-45 (LAN), RJ-11 (modem) jacks

Two Type II or one Type III 16-/32-bit PCMCIA slots.
64/128/256-MB PC133 SODIMM: 3.3 V, 144-pin, SDRAM.

Mini-PCI modem, supporting wake-up on Ring# from D3 (cold) with AC-in.
Mini-PCI modem/LAN combo, supporting wake-up on Ring# & PME# from D3 (cold)
with AC-in.

Operating temperature: 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F).
Storage temperature: –20 to 65 °C (–4 to 149 °F).
Operating humidity: 20% (10% on some models) to 90% RH (5 to 35 °C).
Operating altitude: up to 3050 m (10,000 ft).
Storage altitude: up to 12,200 m (40,000 ft).

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Table 1-6. XE3 Series Accessories

Accessory Description
Memory

F1457C 64-MB SDRAM PC133 SODIMM expansion module
F3495A 128-MB SDRAM PC133 SODIMM expansion module
F3496A 256-MB SDRAM PC133 SODIMM expansion module

Power Options

F1455A Auto/airline AC adapter (75-watt)
F1781A Ultra Slimline AC adapter (60-watt)
F2024A/B Li-Ion battery (9 cell)
F2297A Car adapter (Europe only)
8120-6312

8120-6313
8120-6314
8120-6316
8120-6317
8120-8367
8120-8373
8120-8452
8120-8699
8121-0702

Adapters

F1469A PS/2 “Y” adapter

PC Cards

F1625A 56-Kbps global modem v.90 PC card (for support only)
F1626A 10/100 LAN CardBus Ethernet PC card
F1627A 56-Kbps US-only modem PC card (for support only)
P1980A USB Wireless LAN 802.11b PC card
P1981A USB Wireless LAN access point PC card
F1985A USB-NIC Ethernet adapter
F2135B/C Wireless Comm access point PC card
F2136B Wireless Comm PC card (128-bit)
F2196A 3Com Bluetooth PC card

Security Accessories

F1645A Kensington MicroSaver Notebook Security System
F1747A Port Defcon 1 Notebook Security System

Other

P1534A HP amplified external speakers
P1977A USB Compact Flash & IBM Microdrive reader
P1978A USB web camera
F2100A USB optical mouse

Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (Australia/New Zealand)
Replacement power cord, 125 Vac, 3 A (U.S./Canada/Taiwan/Mexico/Philippines)
Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (Europe/Egypt/Israel/Saudi Arabia)
Replacement power cord, 125 Vac, 3 A (Japan)
Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (South Africa)
Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (Argentina)
Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (People’s Republic of China)
Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (Chile)
Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (UK [EPSR] Hong Kong/Singapore)
Replacement power cord, 250 Vac, 2.5 A (India)

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Internal Design

y

The motherboard PCA is the central component of the notebook’s design, and plays a role in virtually
all system functions. The CPU module and most other subsystems connect to the motherboard.

The following figure shows the connections among the notebook’s replaceable electronic modules. In
addition, the table on page 1-16 lists the roles that the replaceable modules play in each of the
notebook’s functional subsystems.

Display

assembly

CPU module Video PCA Switchboard PCA

Top case

(speakers, touch

pad, click buttons)

Motherboard PCA

Heatsink/fan

assembl

Mini-PCI

PCA

PCMCIA

cards

Floppy disk

drive

PCMCIA

sockets (2)

Headphone

PCA

Hard disk

drive

CD player

PCA

Figure 1-8. Replaceable Module Diagram

Keyboard

CD/DVD drive

SDRAM

module

Battery

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Table 1-7. Functional Structure

Function Components Used Component Roles
Bootup

Processor

Memory

Power

Display

Hard disk

Floppy drive

Keyboard

Touch pad

Audio

Status

Serial
Parallel
PS/2 port
USB
PCMCIA

CPU module
Motherboard
Floppy disk module
Hard disk drive

CPU module
Motherboard

Motherboard
SDRAM module
Video PCA

Battery
Motherboard

Switchboard PCA
AC adapter

Motherboard
Display assembly
Video PCA

Motherboard
Hard disk drive

Motherboard
Floppy disk module

Motherboard
Keyboard

Motherboard
Top case

Motherboard
Switchboard PCA

Headphone PCA
Top case

Motherboard
Switchboard PCA
CD player PCA

Motherboard I/O controller, serial connector.
Motherboard I/O controller, parallel connector.
Motherboard Keyboard controller, PS/2 connector.
Motherboard Bus controller, USB connectors.
Motherboard

PCMCIA sockets

Main processor.
Primary system circuitry.
First source of disk-based startup code.
Second source of disk-based startup code.

Main processor, numeric data processor, L1 and L2 cache.
Primary system circuitry.

No onboard RAM.
Changeable RAM (2 slots).
Video RAM.

Power storage.
Power control circuitry, AC adapter socket, lid switch, system-off switch,
power supply.
Power switch, standby button.
AC-to-DC converter.

Video controller.
Display output, backlight, power converter for backlight.
Display drivers, LVDS processing, display/graphics controller, video
RAM.

Hard disk controller.
Hard disk mechanism.

I/O controller, floppy connector.
Floppy disk mechanism.

Keyboard controller, keyboard BIOS.
Key switches.

Keyboard BIOS.
Touch pad sensor, click buttons, controller (PS/2 output).

Audio controller, audio decoder, speaker amplifier, external microphone
jack.
Microphone.
Earphone amplifier.
Speakers.

LED circuitry, keyboard controller.
Status LEDs.
CD/DVD status display.

PCMCIA controller.
PCMCIA connectors.

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Removal and Replacement

This chapter shows how to remove and replace the notebook’s components and assemblies. The items
marked by

Battery (page 2-4).

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Carrier, hard disk drive (page 2-15).
Case, bottom (page 2-35).
Case, top (page 2-22).
Cover, keyboard (page 2-10).
Cover, mini-PCI (page 2-9).

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Cover, SDRAM (page 2-9).

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Covers, screw (page 2-9).

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Display assembly (page 2-18).
Doors, PCMCIA (page 2-38).
Drive, CD/DVD (page 2-34).
Drive, floppy disk (page 2-32).
Drive, hard disk (page 2-14).

in the following table are user-replaceable.

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Table 2-1. Removal Cross-Reference

Heatsink assembly (with fan) (page 2-29).
Keyboard (page 2-12).
Module, CPU (page 2-30).
Module, SDRAM (page 2-5).

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PCA, CD player (page 2-24).
PCA, headphone (page 2-41).
PCA, mini-PCI (page 2-7).

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PCA, motherboard (page 2-35).
PCA, switchboard (page 2-41).
PCA, video (page 2-27).
Saddle, hinge set (page 2-25).
Socket, PCMCIA (page 2-41).

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Caution

Always provide proper grounding when performing repairs. Without proper
grounding, an electrostatic discharge can damage the notebook and its
components.

Notes

To reassemble a component, perform the removal procedure in reverse order. Any special notes
required for reassembly are included at the end of each section.

Symbols like this throughout this chapter show approximate full-size screw outlines. You can
use these to verify the sizes of screws before you install them. Installing a wrong-size screw can
damage the notebook. (The symbol at the left represents an M2.5×5 mm T-head screw.)

HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Codes GE and GD) Removal and Replacement 2-1

Disassembly Flowchart

The following diagram shows the general “path” you will use in disassembling the notebook to access
any particular component.

Start

Battery, AC adapter,

SDRAM modules, mini-PCI PCA

Keyboard cover

Only if not removing

motherboard

or bottom case

If removing only

heatsink assembly

or CPU module

Keyboard

Hard disk drive assembly

Display assembly

Top case assembly

Hinge saddle set

• CD/DVD drive assembly

• Video PCA

• Floppy disk drive assembly

• Headphone PCA

Heatsink assembly (with fan)

Switchboard PCA
(also remove if removing
motherboard or bottom
case assembly)

CD player PCA

CPU module

Motherboard or

bottom case

Figure 2-1. Disassembly Flow

PCMCIA doors

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Table 2-2. Required Equipment

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#0 Phillips screwdriver, preferably magnetized.

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Small flat-blade screwdriver.

•

5 mm hexagonal socket screwdriver.

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Electrostatic device (wristband and pad).

Table 2-3. Recommended Screw Torques

Screw Thread Size Torque (cm-kgf) Torque (in-lbf)

M2.5 (2–11 mm long) 3.0 – 3.5 2.6 – 3.0

M2.5 (12–19 mm long) 2.5 – 3.0 2.2 – 2.6

M3 3.0 – 3.5 2.6 – 3.0

NOTES

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Removing the Battery

(User-Replaceable)

Required Equipment

None.

•

Removal Procedure

Slide the battery’s release latch, then lift the battery out of its compartment.

•

Figure 2-2. Removing the Battery

Reassembly Notes

Insert the front (rounded) end of the battery into the battery compartment, and lower the back end

•

in until it clicks into place.

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Removing an SDRAM Module

(User-Replaceable)

The notebook has no SDRAM on its motherboard, but has slots for two SDRAM modules.

Table 2-4. SDRAM Module Replacement Part Numbers

Description Part Number Exchange Part Number

Module, SDRAM, 128 MB, PC133 SODIMM 1818-8504
Module, SDRAM, 256 MB, PC133 SODIMM 1818-8635

Caution

Provide proper grounding and handle the SDRAM module only by its edges, or you could damage
the module through electrostatic discharge.

Required Equipment

#0 Phillips screwdriver.

•

Removal Procedure

Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

1.

On the bottom of the notebook, loosen both screws holding the SDRAM cover (the cover retains

2.

the screws), and remove the cover.

Figure 2-3. Removing the SDRAM Cover

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Press outward to release the latches at the sides of the SDRAM module, so the free edge of the

3.

module pops up.

Figure 2-4. Removing an SDRAM Module

Pull the module out of the connector.

4.

Reassembly Notes

Gently press the SDRAM module into the connector at an angle of about 30°, until it is fully

•

inserted. Then press down on both sides of the module until the latches snap closed.

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Removing the Mini-PCI PCA (selected models)

(User-Replaceable)

Certain notebook models include a mini-PCI PCA that contains either a modem or modem/LAN.

Table 2-5. Mini-PCI PCA Replacement Part Numbers

Description Part Number Exchange Part Number

PCA, mini-PCI (LAN/modem) F2409-60907
PCA, mini-PCI (LAN/modem) Malaysia F2409-60908
PCA, mini-PCI (modem) F2409-60909
PCA, mini-PCI (modem) Malaysia F2409-60910

Caution

Provide proper grounding and handle the PCA only by its edges, or you could damage it through
electrostatic discharge.

Required Equipment

#0 Phillips screwdriver.

•

Removal Procedure

Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.

1.

Loosen the screw holding the mini-PCI cover (the cover retains the screw), and remove the cover.

2.

Press outward to release the latches at the sides of the PCA, and carefully lift its free edge up. Note

3.

that the PCA has several sticky pads on the side facing the motherboard.
Disconnect the cable (modem models only) or cables (modem/LAN models only) from the PCA.

4.

Gently pull the PCA out of its connector.

5.

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Reassembly Notes

Figure 2-5. Removing the Mini-PCI PCA

Reattach the cable (modem models only) or cables (modem/LAN models only) to the PCA, and

•

tuck them into the compartment.
Gently press the PCA into the connector at an angle of about 30°, until it is fully inserted. Then

•

press down on both sides of the PCA until the latches snap closed.
Make sure sticky pads on the underside of the PCA are intact. Replace if needed.

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