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.
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Maintenance and Service Guide
HP Pavilion dv5100 Notebook PC
Second Edition: June 2006
First Edition: February 2006
Document Part Number: 405500-002
The HP Pavilion dv5100 Notebook PC offers advanced
modularity, Intel® Pentium® M processors, and extensive
multimedia support.
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HP Pavilion dv5100 Notebook PC
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Product Description
1.1Features
Numerous references are made throughout this Maintenance and
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Service Guide to “full-featured” and “defeatured” computer
models. A model is considered to be full-featured if it has
3 Universal Serial Bus ports and the following components:
■ PC Card slot
■ IEEE 1394 port
■ Digital Media Slot
A model is considered to be defeatured if it has only two
Universal Serial Bus ports and none of the components listed
above.
■ The following processors, varying by computer model:
❏ Intel Pentium M 2.0- or 1.83-GHz
❏ Intel Celeron M 1.60-GHz or 410 1.46-GHz
❏ Intel Core Duo T2600 (2.16-GHz), T2250 (1.73-GHz),
T2300E (1.66-GHz), or T2050 (1.60-GHz)
❏ Intel Core Solo T1350 1.86-, 1.83-GHz, or 1.66-GHz
■ 15.4-inch, WXGA, TFT (1280 × 800) display with antiglare
or BrightView, varying by computer model
■ 120, 100-, 80-, 60-, or 40-GB high-capacity hard drive,
varying by computer model
■ 256-MB DDR1 synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) at 667 MHz,
expandable to 2.0 GB
■ Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Windows XP
Professional, varying by computer model
■ Full-size Windows keyboard with embedded numeric keypad
■ TouchPad pointing device, including dedicated vertical scroll
region
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■ Integrated 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet local area
network (LAN) network interface card (NIC) with RJ-45 jack
■ Integrated high-speed 56K modem with RJ-11 jack
■ Integrated wireless support for Mini Card IEEE 802.11a/b/g
WLAN device
■ Support for one Type I or Type II PC Card slot, with support
for both 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards
■ Support for ExpressCard slot
■ External 65-watt AC adapter with 3-wire power cord
■ 12- or 6-cell Li-Ion battery
■ Stereo speakers
■ Volume up, volume mute, and volume down buttons
■ Support for the following optical drives:
❏ DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer
Combo Drive with LightScribe
❏ DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer
Combo Drive
❏ DVD±RW and CD-RW Double-Layer Combo Drive with
LightScribe and Hitachi LG Data Storage
❏ DVD±RW and CD-RW Double-Layer Combo Drive with
LightScribe
❏ DVD/CD-RW Double-Layer Combo Drive with
LightScribe
❏ DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive
❏ DVD-ROM drive
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■ Connectors:
❏ Audio-in (microphone)
❏ Audio-out (headphone)
❏ Digital Media Slot (select models only)
❏ Expansion port 2
❏ ExpressCard slot
❏ External monitor
❏ IEEE 1394 (select models only)
❏ PC Card (select models only)
❏ Power
❏ RJ-11 (modem)
❏ RJ-45 (network)
❏ S-Video-out
❏ Universal Serial Bus (USB) v. 2.0 (2 or 3 ports, varying by
computer model)
1.2 Resetting the Computer
If the computer you are servicing has an unknown password,
follow these steps to clear the password. These steps also
clear CMOS:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (refer to Section 5.3,
“Preparing the Computer for Disassembly,” for more
information.)
2. Remove the real-time clock (RTC) battery (refer to Section
5.8, “RTC Battery,” for more information.)
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3. Wait approximately 5 minutes.
4. Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the computer.
5. Connect AC power to the computer. Do not reinsert any
batteries at this time.
6. Turn on the computer.
All passwords and CMOS settings have been cleared.
1.3Power Management
The computer comes with power management features that
extend battery operating time and conserve power. The
computer supports the following power management features:
■ Standby
■ Hibernation
■ Setting customization by the user
■ Hotkeys for setting the level of performance
■ Battery calibration
Product Description
■ Lid switch standby/resume
■ Power button
■ Advanced Configuration and Power Management (ACPM)
compliance
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1.4 External Components
The external components on the front of the computer are shown
below and described in Table 1-1.
Front Components
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Tabl e 1-1
Front Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Power light■ On: Computer is turned on.
■ Off: Computer is off or in hibernation.
■ Blinking: Computer is in standby.
2Battery light■ On: A battery is charging or is close to
full charge capacity.
■ 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 condition.
■ Blinking: A battery that is the only
available power source has reached a
low-battery condition. When the battery
reaches a critical low-battery condition,
the battery light begins blinking quickly.
3Drive lightOn or blinking: The internal hard drive or an
optical drive is being accessed.
4SpeakersProduce stereo sound.
5Display release latchOpens the computer.
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The external components on the right side of the computer are
shown below and described in Table 1-2.
Right-Side Components
Tabl e 1-2
Right-Side Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Audio-out
(headphone) jack
Connects an optional headphone or
powered stereo speakers. Also connects
the audio function of an audio/video device,
such as a television or VCR.
2Audio-in (microphone)
jack
3ExpressCard slotSupports an optional ExpressCard.
4USB port
(select models only)
5Optical driveSupports an optical disc, such as a CD or
6RJ-11 (modem) jackConnects a modem cable (not included).
7Power connectorConnects the AC adapter cable.
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Connects an optional stereo microphone.
Connects optional USB devices.
DVD.
The external components on the rear panel of the computer are
shown below and described in Table 1-3.
Rear Panel Components
Tabl e 1-3
Rear Panel Components
ItemComponentFunction
Product Description
1Wireless lightOn: One or more internal wireless devices
have been turned on.
To establish a wireless connection, a
✎
wireless network must already be set
up.
2Battery bayHolds a battery.
3VentProvides airflow to cool internal
components.
To prevent overheating, do not
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obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard
surface, such as a printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or thick rugs
or clothing, to block airflow.
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The external components on the left side of the computer are
shown below and described in Table 1-4.
Left-Side Components
Tabl e 1-4
Left-Side Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the
computer.
The security cable is designed to act
✎
as a deterrent, but may not prevent
the product from being mishandled or
stolen.
2Monitor portConnects an optional VGA monitor or
projector.
3S-Video-out jackConnects the video function of an optional
S-Video device, such as a television, VCR,
or video capture card.
4RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable (not included).
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Tabl e 1-4
Product Description
Left-Side Components
ItemComponentFunction
5Expansion port 2Connects the computer to an optional
expansion product.
✎
6USB ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
71394 port
(select models only))
8Digital Media Slot light
(select models only)
9Digital Media Slot
(select models only)
10PC Card slot
(select models only)
Connects an optional 1394a device such as
a scanner, a digital camera, or a digital
camcorder.
On: An optional digital card is being
accessed.
Supports the following optional digital
cards: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card,
SD I/O Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick
Pro, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card, and
SmartMedia.
Supports an optional Type I or Type II
32-bit (CardBus) or 16-bit PC Card.
(Continued)
The computer has only one
expansion port. The term
describes the type of
port 2
expansion port.
expansion
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The standard keyboard components of the computer are shown
below and described in Table 1-5.
Standard Keyboard Components
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Table 1-5
Standard Keyboard Components
ItemComponentFunction
1f1 to f12 keys (12)Perform system and application tasks.
When combined with fn, function keys
perform additional tasks as hotkeys.
2caps lock keyEnables caps lock and turns on the
caps lock light.
3fn
4Windows logo keyDisplays the Microsoft Windows Start
5Windows
6Arrow keysMove the cursor around the screen.
7 Numeric keypad keys
8num lock keyEnables numeric lock, turns on the
keyCombines with other keys to perform
system tasks as hotkeys. For example,
pressing fn+f7 decreases screen
brightness.
menu.
Displays a shortcut menu for items
applications key
(15)
beneath the pointer.
Can be used like the keys on an external
numeric keypad.
embedded numeric keypad, and turns
on the num lock light.
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The computer top components are shown below and described in
Table 1-6.
Top Components
Table 1-6
Top Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is enabled.
2Power light■ On: The computer is on.
■ Blinking: The computer is in standby.
■ Off: The computer is off or in
hibernation.
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Table 1-6
Product Description
Top Components
ItemComponentFunction
2Power buttonWhen the computer is
3QuickLaunch buttonsLaunch default multimedia, digital imaging,
4Wireless buttonTurns the wireless functionality on or off,
5Wireless lightOn: One or more internal wireless devices
(Continued)
■ Off, press to turn on the computer.
■ On, press to enter hibernation.
■ In standby, briefly press to exit standby.
■ In hibernation, briefly press to exit
hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding
and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown
procedures cannot be used, press and
hold the power button for at least
5 seconds to turn off the computer.
or music applications.
but does not create a wireless connection.
To establish a wireless connection,
✎
a wireless network must already be
set up.
have been turned on.
To establish a wireless connection,
✎
a wireless network must already be
set up.
6Volume down buttonDecreases speaker volume.
7Volume mute buttonMutes or restores speaker volume.
8Volume up buttonIncreases speaker volume.
9Num lock lightOn: Num lock is enabled.
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The computer TouchPad components are shown below and
described in Table 1-7.
TouchPad Components
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Table 1-7
TouchPad Components
ItemComponentFunction
1TouchPadMoves the pointer and selects or activates
items on the screen. Can be set to perform
other mouse functions, such as scrolling,
selecting, and double-clicking.
2Left and right
TouchPad buttons
3TouchPad vertical
scroll zone
Function like the left and right buttons on
an external mouse.
Scrolls up or down.
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The external components on the bottom of the computer are
shown below and described in Table 1-8.
Bottom Components
Table 1 -8
Bottom Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Optical driveSupports an optical disc, such as a CD
or DVD.
2Labels areaContains the serial number and other
information labels.
3Battery release latchReleases a battery from the battery bay.
4Battery bayHolds a battery.
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Table 1 -8
Product Description
Bottom Components
ItemComponentFunction
5Vents (2)Provide airflow to cool internal
6Memory/Mini Card module
compartment cover
(Continued)
components.
To prevent overheating, do not
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obstruct vents. Use the computer
only on a hard, flat surface. Do
not allow a another hard surface,
such as an adjoining optional
printer, or a soft surface, such as
pillows or thick rugs or clothing,
to block airflow.
■ Contains 2 memory module slots that
support replaceable memory
modules. The number of preinstalled
memory modules varies by computer
model.
■ Holds an optional wireless LAN
device (select models only).
To prevent an unresponsive
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system and the display of a
warning message, install only a
Mini Card device authorized for
use in your computer by the
governmental agency that
regulates wireless devices in
your country. If you install an
unauthorized device and then
receive a warning message,
remove the device to restore
computer functionality. Then
contact Customer Care.
7Hard drive bayHolds the hard drive.
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1.5Design Overview
This section presents a design overview of key parts and features
of the computer. Refer to Chapter 3, “Illustrated Parts Catalog,”
to identify replacement parts, and Chapter 5, “Removal and
Replacement Procedures,” for disassembly steps.
The system board provides the following device connections:
■ Intel Pentium M processors
■ Audio
■ Digital media card
■ Display
■ ExpressCard
■ Hard drive
■ Keyboard
■ Memory module
■ Mini Card module
■ PC Card
■ To uc hP ad
CAUTION: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm
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(3-inch) clearance on the left and right sides of the computer.
The 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. Exhaust air is
displaced through the ventilation grill located on the left side of
the computer.
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Troubleshooting
WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by HP should repair
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this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed
to allow only subassembly-/module-level repair. Because of the
complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, do not attempt
to make repairs at the component level or modifications to any printed
wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any
indication of component replacement or printed wiring board
modification may void any warranty or exchange allowances.
2.1 Computer Setup
Computer Setup is a system information and customization utility
that can be used even when the operating system is not working
or will not load. This utility includes settings that are not
available in Windows.
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Using Computer Setup
Information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed from
the File, Security, Diagnostics, or System Configuration menus:
1. Turn on or restart the computer. Press
F10 = ROM-Based Setup message is displayed in
the lower-left corner of the screen.
❏ To change the language, use the cursor control keys
to navigate to the System Configuration menu.
❏ To view navigation information, press f1.
❏ To return to the Computer Setup menu, press esc.
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f10while the
Troubleshooting
2. Select the File, Security, Diagnostics, or
System Configuration menu.
3. To close Computer Setup and restart the computer:
❏ Select File > Save changes and exit, and then press enter.
– or –
❏ Select File > Ignore changes and exit, and then
– or –
❏ Select File > Restore defaults, and then press enter.
press
enter.
4. When you are prompted to confirm your action, press
Selecting from the File Menu
Table 2 -1
File Menu
SelectTo Do This
System Information■ View identification information about the
computer, processor, memory and cache size,
and system ROM.
■ View BIOS revision, keyboard controller
version, and battery pack serial number
information.
f10.
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Troubleshooting
Selecting from the Security Menu
Table 2 -2
Security Menu
SelectTo Do This
Setup PasswordEnter, change, or delete an Setup password.
Power-On PasswordEnter, change, or delete a power-on password.
Password Options
(Password options can
be selected only when
a power-on password
has been set.)
DriveLock PasswordsEnable/disable DriveLock; change a DriveLock