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.
AMD Athlon, AMD Turion, and ATI Mobility Radeon are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned
by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel, Celeron, Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel
Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo
is a trademark of its proprietor.
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in
the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an
additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: September 2009
Document Part Number: 572521-001
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).
ATI RS780MN based low power:
Southbridge: SB710 low power
GraphicsnVidia GeForce 105M (N10M-LP) discrete
graphics with Hypermemory support, 512
MB DDR3
(64 MB × 16 × 2) at 800-MHz
Intel Unified Memory Allocation (UMA)
graphics (Mobile Intel GMA X4500 HD)
Integrated with shared video memory
(dynamically allocated)
ATI Mobility Radeon™ HD 4330 with
512-MB DDR3-600 display cache
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3200 with
128-MB DDR2 display cache
Panel■ 13.3-in wide-aspect BrightView LED
display assembly
■ 13.3-in high-definition (HD) (1366 ×
768), BrightView LED display assembly
■ 13.3-in thin with brushed aluminum display
assembly
Memory2 customer-accessible/upgradable
memory module slots
Supports dual-channel memory
Supports the following DDR2
configurations at 800 MHz:
■ 8192-MB total system memory (4096 ×
2, dual-channel)
■ 6144-MB total system memory (4096 +
2048, dual-channel)
■ 4096-MB total system memory (2048 ×
2, dual-channel)
■ 4096-MB total system memory (4096 x
1)
■ 3072-MB total system memory (2048 +
1024, dual-channel)
■ 2048-MB total system memory (1024 ×
2, dual-channel)
■ 2048-MB total system memory (2048 ×
1)
■ 1024-MB total system memory (1024 ×
1)
Systems with Intel
processors
Systems with AMD
processors
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Product description
CategoryDescription
Hard drivesSupports 9.50-mm, 6.35-cm (2.50-in)
hard drives
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection
Customer-accessible
Serial ATA (SATA)
Supports the following hard drives:
■ 500-GB, 7200- and 5400-rpm
■ 320-GB, 7200- and 5400-rpm
■ 250-GB, 7200- and 5400-rpm
■ 160-GB, 7200- and 5400-rpm
Support for 160-GB solid-state drive
(SSD) in single HDD configurations
Support for 128-GB SSD in single HDD
configurations
Optical drives12.7-mm tray load
Serial ATA (SATA)
Fixed (removal of 1 screw required)
Customer-accessible
DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive
with LightScribe
External USB: Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW
SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive with
LightScribe
Systems with Intel
processors
Systems with AMD
processors
Diskette driveSupports external USB drive only
Supports boot from USB device
MicrophoneSingle digital microphone
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Product description
CategoryDescription
Audio2 Altec/Lansing stereo speakers with
Systems with Intel
processors
Systems with AMD
processors
enclosures
Headphone jack
Microphone jack
WebcamLow-light VGA camera with fixed focus
ModemNo modem
EthernetIntegrated 10/100 network interface card
(NIC)
Ethernet cable not included
WirelessIntegrated wireless local-area network
(WLAN) options via Half-Mini Card.
2.4- & 5-GHz antennas in display
enclosure
Atheros wireless modules
■ 802.11b/g WLAN with 2 antennas
®
■ 802.11b/g + Bluetooth
with 2
antennas
■ 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN
■ 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN + Bluetooth with 2
antennas
Non-Intel wireless.
2nd source non-Intel (electromagnetic
(EM) only)
■ 802.11b/g
■ 802.11b/g (low cost) + Bluetooth with 2
antennas
■ 802.11a/b/g/n (draft 802.11n) WLAN
■ 802.11a/b/g/n (draft 802.11) WLAN +
Bluetooth
Intel wireless:
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 Wireless AGN w/2
antennas
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 Wireless AGN +
Bluetooth w/2 antennas
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 Wireless ABG w/2
antennas
■ Intel WiFi Link 5100 Wireless ABG +
Bluetooth w/2 antennas
Mini Card slot with USB support
SIM card option for universal mobile
telecommunications system (UMTS)
module
Wireless wide area network (WWAN)
powered by Gobi technology
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Product description
CategoryDescription
External media cardsDigital Media Slot, supporting the
following optional digital card formats:
■ MultiMediaCard (MMC)
■ MultiMediaCard Plus (MMCplus)
■ Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
■ Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC)
Memory Card
■ Memory Stick (MS)
■ Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
■ xD-Picture Card (XD) (also types H and
M)
Ports■ Audio-in (stereo microphone)
■ Audio-out (stereo headphone)
■ Hot Plug/Unplug and auto detector for
correct output to wide-aspect vs.
standard-aspect video
■ HDMI v.1.3b supporting 1080p with
HDCP key
■ Multi-pin AC power (non-smart pin)
■ RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and
activity lights)
■ USB 2.0 (4)
■ VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 ×
1200 external resolution at 75 GHz and
1920 x 1200 external resolution at
60Hz
Keyboard/
pointing devices
Power requirements65-W AC adapter (Non-smart ID Pin
Full size keyboard
TouchPad with TouchPad buttons
Supports 2-way scroll with legend
Taps enabled by default
supported) with localized cable plug
support
Systems with Intel
processors
Systems with AMD
processors
6-cell, 2.58-Ah (57-Wh) polymer battery
SecurityKensington Security Lock
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Product description
CategoryDescription
Operating systemPreinstalled:
®
■ Windows
7 Basic (32-bit)
■ Windows 7 Basic (64-bit)
■ Windows 7 Premium (32-bit)
■ Windows 7 Premium (64-bit)
■ Windows 7 Professional (32-bit)
■ Windows 7 Professional (64-bit)
Microsoft
®
Office preinstalled on:
■ Windows 7 Home Basic (32-bit and
64-bit)
■ Windows 7 Home Premium (32-bit and
64-bit)
■ Windows 7 Professional (32-bit and
64-bit)
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Battery (system)
Hard drive
Memory modules
Wireless modules
RTC battery
Systems with Intel
processors
Systems with AMD
processors
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Top Components
Pointing devices
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External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
1TouchPad light■ White: TouchPad is enabled.
■ Amber: TouchPad is disabled.
2TouchPad*Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
3Left TouchPad button*Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
4TouchPad on/off buttonEnables/disables the TouchPad.
5TouchPad scroll zoneScrolls up or down.
6Right TouchPad button*Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Then, right-click the device representing your computer, and click Mouse settings.
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External component identification
Lights
Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
✎
ItemComponentDescription
1Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
2Mute lightOn: Computer sound is off.
3Num lock lightOn: The embedded numeric keypad is enabled or num lock is on for an
optional external numeric keypad.
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Keys
✎
External component identification
Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
ItemComponentDescription
1
2Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
3num lk keyEnables/disables the embedded numeric keypad when pressed in
4Embedded numeric keypad keysWhen the keypad has been enabled, the keys can be used like the keys on an
5Windows applications keyDisplays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.
6Windows logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
7
esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key.
combination with the fn key.
external numeric keypad.
fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with
an arrow key, the num lk key or the
esc key.
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External component identification
Front components
ItemComponentDescription
1Speakers (2)Produce sound.
2Battery light■ On: A battery is charging.
■ Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a
low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the
battery light begins blinking rapidly.
■ Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light is
turned off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off
until the battery reaches a low battery level.
3Drive light■ White: The hard drive is being accessed.
■ Blinking: The hard drive or an optional external optical drive is being
accessed.
■ Amber: HP ProtectSmart has temporarily parked the drive.
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Right-side components
ItemComponentDescription
1Power light■ On: The computer is on.
2Power switch■ When the computer is off, slide the switch to turn on the computer.
3Wireless light■ Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network
4Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.
External component identification
■ Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
■ Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
■ When the computer is on, slide the switch briefly to 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 briefly to exit
Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows
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.
(WLAN) device, a wireless wide area network (WWAN) device, and/or a
Bluetooth
■ Amber: All wireless devices are off.
®
device, is on.
®
shutdown
5USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
6VentEnables 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.
7Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not
✎
prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
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External component identification
Left-side components
ItemComponentDescription
1Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
2AC adapter light■ On: The computer is connected to external power.
3RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
4External monitor portConnects an external VGA monitor or projector.
5HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition
■ Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
television, or any compatible digital or audio component.
6USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
Select models can be configured with an optional external USB optical
✎
disc drive. For more information, refer to the printed Quick Setup
poster.
7Digital Media SlotSupports the following digital card formats:
■ Memory Stick
■ Memory Stick Pro
■ MultiMediaCard
■ Secure Digital Memory Card
■ Secure Digital High Capacity Memory Card
■ xD-Picture Card
■ x-D-Picture Card Type H
■ x-D-Picture Card Type M
8Audio-out (headphone) jackProduces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers,
headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio.
When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the computer
✎
speakers are disabled.
9Audio-in (microphone) jackConnects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array
microphone, or monaural microphone.
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Bottom components
External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
1Subscriber identity module (SIM) slot
(select models only)
2Battery bayHolds the battery.
3Battery release latchReleases the battery from the battery bay.
4Vents (6)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
5Memory module compartmentContains the memory module slot (2 slots on select models) and a wireless
6Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive and wireless wide area network (WWAN) module (select
Located inside the battery bay.
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.
LAN module.
To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only
✎
with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the
governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message,
remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact
technical support through Help and Support.
models only).
To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only
✎
with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the
governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message,
remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact
technical support through Help and Support.
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External component identification
Display components
ItemComponentDescription
1Internal microphoneRecords sound.
2Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
3WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
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Wireless antennas
Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
✎
External component identification
ItemComponentDescription
1WWAN antennas (2)*(select models
only)
2WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the device. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennas free from obstructions.
To see wireless regulation 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.
Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide-area
networks (WWAN).
networks (WLAN).
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External component identification
Additional hardware components
ItemComponentDescription
1Power cord*Connects the AC adapter.
2AC adapterConverts AC power to DC power.
3Battery*Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power.
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region or country.
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Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number provided on
the service tag.
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Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentDescription
1Product nameThis is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
2Serial number (s/n)This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
3Part number/Product number (p/n)This number provides specific information about the product’s
hardware components. The part number helps a service
technician determine what components and parts are needed.
4Model descriptionThis is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents,
drivers, and support for the computer.
5Warranty periodThis number describes the duration of the warranty period for
the computer.
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Illustrated parts catalog
Computer major components
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Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
113.3-in, LED, HD display assembly (includes 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, nameplate, and logo):
13.3-in, LED, HD BrightView (1366x768) (Intel systems)580664-001
13.3-in, LED, HD BrightView (1366x768) MA (AMD systems)581177-001
13.3-in, HD BrightView (1366x768) WWAN (AMD systems)591222-001