HP pavilion dx6500 Service Manual

HP Pavilion dx6500 Entertainment PC

Maintenance and Service Guide

© Copyright 2007 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.

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First Edition: September 2007

Document Part Number: 458613-001

Safety warning notice

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not

place the computer directly 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).

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Table of contents

1 Product description

2 External component identification

Display components ................................................................................................................. 4

Top components ...................................................................................................................... 6

Lights ....................................................................................................................... 6

Buttons and speakers ................................................................................................. 7

Keys ........................................................................................................................ 9

TouchPad ............................................................................................................... 10

Front components ................................................................................................................... 11

Left-side components ............................................................................................................... 12

Right-side components ............................................................................................................ 13

Rear component ..................................................................................................................... 14

Bottom components ................................................................................................................ 15

3 Illustrated parts catalog

Serial number location ............................................................................................................ 16

Computer major components ................................................................................................... 17

Display assembly components ................................................................................................. 20

Plastics Kit ............................................................................................................................. 21

Cable Kit .............................................................................................................................. 22

Mass storage devices ............................................................................................................. 23

Miscellaneous parts ................................................................................................................ 24

Sequential part number listing .................................................................................................. 25

4 Removal and replacement procedures

Preliminary replacement requirements ....................................................................................... 28

Tools required ......................................................................................................... 28

Service considerations ............................................................................................. 28

Plastic parts ............................................................................................. 28

Cables and connectors ............................................................................. 29

Drive handling ......................................................................................... 29

Grounding guidelines .............................................................................................. 30

Electrostatic discharge damage .................................................................. 30

Packaging and transporting guidelines ........................................ 31

Workstation guidelines .............................................................. 31

Equipment guidelines ................................................................. 32

Unknown user password .......................................................................................... 33

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Component replacement procedures ........................................................................................ 34

Serial number ......................................................................................................... 34

Computer feet ......................................................................................................... 35

Battery ................................................................................................................... 36

Camera module ...................................................................................................... 37

Display inverter ....................................................................................................... 39

Hard drives ............................................................................................................ 41

Memory module ...................................................................................................... 43

RTC battery ............................................................................................................ 45

WLAN module ........................................................................................................ 46

Optical drive .......................................................................................................... 47

Switch cover ........................................................................................................... 49

Speaker assembly ................................................................................................... 51

Power button board ................................................................................................. 52

Keyboard ............................................................................................................... 53

Display assembly .................................................................................................... 55

Top cover ............................................................................................................... 61

Bluetooth module .................................................................................................... 65

USB/power connector board .................................................................................... 67

System board ......................................................................................................... 68

Audio board ........................................................................................................... 71

ExpressCard assembly ............................................................................................. 72

Fan/heat sink assembly ........................................................................................... 74

Processor ............................................................................................................... 77

5 Setup Utility

Starting the Setup Utility .......................................................................................................... 79

Changing the language of the Setup Utility ............................................................................... 79

Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility .............................................................................. 80

Displaying system information .................................................................................................. 80

Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility .............................................................................. 80

Using advanced Setup Utility features ....................................................................................... 81

Closing the Setup Utility .......................................................................................................... 81

Setup Utility menus ................................................................................................................. 81

6 Specifications

Computer specifications .......................................................................................................... 83

15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display specifications ................................................................. 84

Hard drive specifications ........................................................................................................ 85

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive specifications ................................. 86

System DMA specifications ...................................................................................................... 87

System interrupt specifications ................................................................................................. 88

System I/O address specifications ............................................................................................ 89

System memory map specifications .......................................................................................... 91

7 Screw listing

Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screw ............................................................................................ 93

Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw ....................................................................................................... 94

Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw ....................................................................................................... 95

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Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screw ....................................................................................................... 96

Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw ....................................................................................................... 99

Phillips PM2.0×3.0 broad-head screw .................................................................................... 102

Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw ..................................................................................................... 103

Phillips PM2.5×3.0 broad-head screw .................................................................................... 105

Hex HM5.0×9.0 standoff ..................................................................................................... 106

Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw ..................................................................................................... 107

Phillips 2.0×7.0 screw .......................................................................................................... 109

Phillips PM2.5×4.0 captive screw .......................................................................................... 110

8 Backup and recovery

Recovering system information ............................................................................................... 111

Backing up your information ................................................................................... 111

Using system restore points ..................................................................................... 112

Creating recovery discs ......................................................................................... 113

Reinstalling software programs and drivers ............................................................... 114

Performing a recovery ........................................................................................... 115

Deleting the recovery partition on the hard drive ....................................................... 116

Updating reinstalled software ................................................................................. 116

When to back up ................................................................................... 111

Back up suggestions ............................................................................... 112

When to create restore points .................................................................. 112

Create a system restore point ................................................................... 112

Restore to a previous date and time .......................................................... 113

Reinstalling preinstalled programs and drivers ........................................... 114

Reinstalling programs from discs .............................................................. 114

Recovering from the recovery discs ........................................................... 115

Recovering from the partition on the hard drive .......................................... 115

9 Connector pin assignments

Audio-in (microphone) .......................................................................................................... 117

Audio-out (headphone) ......................................................................................................... 117

External monitor ................................................................................................................... 118

RJ-45 (network) .................................................................................................................... 119

S-Video-out .......................................................................................................................... 120

Universal Serial Bus .............................................................................................................. 120

10 Power cord set requirements

Requirements for all countries or regions ................................................................................. 121

Requirements for specific countries or regions .......................................................................... 122

11 Recycling

Battery ................................................................................................................................ 123

Display ............................................................................................................................... 123

Index ............................................................................................................................... 129

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Product description

Category Description

Product Name HP Pavilion dx6500 Entertainment PC

Processors Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processors

T7700 2.40-GHz processor, 4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB

T7500 2.20-GHz processor, 4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB

T7250 2.00-GHz processor, 2-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB

T5550 1.83-GHz processor, 2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB

T5450 1.67-GHz processor, 2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB

T5250 1.50-GHz processor, 2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB

Chipset

Southbridge: Intel ICH8m

Graphics

Panel

Memory

Customer-accessible/upgradable

Supports up to 4 GB of system RAM

PC2-5300, DDRII (667-MHz) dual-channel support

Supports the following configurations:

Northbridge: Intel GM965

Unified memory architecture (UMA) integrated with system memory, and:

Up to 64 MB on computer models with 512 MB of system RAM

●

or, up to 251 MB on computer models with 1024 MB or more of system RAM

●

or, up to 358 MB on computer models with 2048 MB or more of system RAM

●

Memory size is a dynamic change.

15.4-inch, WXGA BrightView

2 SODIMM slots

4096 MB (2048 × 2)

●

2048 MB (1024 × 2)

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1024 MB (512 × 2)

●

Hard drives

Supports 9.5-mm (2.5-inch), serial advanced technology attachment (SATA) hard drives

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Category Description

Supports the following dual hard drive configurations:

320-GB, 5400-rpm (160 GB × 2)

●

160-GB, 5400-rpm (80 GB × 2)

●

Optical drives

Parallel ATA (PATA)

12.7-mm tray load

Supports the following drives:

Diskette drive

Camera

Activity light

640 × 480 by 24 frames per second

Microphone

Audio

Supports Microsoft® Premium requirements

Pavilion-branded Altec Lansing speakers

Modem

Supports all world-wide certification requirements

Fixed (removal of 1 screw required)

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe

●

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive

●

Supports external USB drive only

Low-light, VGA camera (fixed; no tilt)

2 omnidirectional, dual-array microphones, with beam-forming, echo-cancellation, noise­suppression software

HD audio (Realtek ALC268)

56K V.92 data/fax AMoM modem (SilonLab ML 3080)

Modem cable not included

Ethernet

Ethernet cable not included

Wireless Integrated wireless local area network (WLAN) options by way of wireless

Intel PRO Wireless 4965 802.11a/g/n with 3 antennae integrated into the display assembly

Intel PRO Wireless 4965 802.11a/g/n with 3 antennae integrated into the display assembly

Intel PRO Wireless 3945 802.11a/b/g with 2 antennae integrated into the display assembly

Intel PRO Wireless 3945 802.11a/b/g with 2 antennae integrated into the display assembly

External media card

Digital Media Slot, supports SD, MMC, SDIO, MS, MSpro, and xD

Supports miniature versions of SD, MMC, and MSDuo with adapter (not included)

Ports

Audio-out (stereo headphone, 2)

Integrated Realtek RT8101e 10/100 network interface card (NIC)

module:

and Bluetooth

and Bluetooth

One ExpressCard34 slot

Audio-in (mono microphone)

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Category Description

Consumer infrared

RJ-45 (Ethernet; includes link and activity lights)

S-Video-out

USB (2)

VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 × 1200 external resolution @ 75 Hz (disabled when

computer is connected to devices through the expansion port 3), with hot plug/unplug and
automatic detection for correct output to wide-aspect vs. standard aspect video devices

1394

2-pin AC power

Docking

Keyboard/pointing
devices

TouchPad with 2 buttons and two-way scroll (taps enabled as default)

Power requirements

6-cell 2.55-Ah, 55-Wh, Li-ion battery

6-cell 2.20-Ah 47-Wh, Li-ion battery

65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support (2-wire plug with ground pin; supports 2-

Security

Operating system Preinstalled:

Windows Vista® Business (32-bit)

Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit)

Windows Vista Premium (32- and 64-bit)

Serviceability End-user replaceable parts:

AC adapter

Battery (system)

Expansion port 3 supports HP xb3000 Notebook Expansion Base and HP Notebook QuickDock

12.0-inch keyboard

12-cell 2.20-Ah, 95-Wh, Li-ion battery

pin DC connector)

Security cable slot

Hard drive

Memory module

RTC battery

Optical drive

WLAN module

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External component identification

Display components

Item Component Description

(1)

(2)

(3)

Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the

Wireless antennae (2 or 3, varying by computer
model)

Internal microphones (2) (select models only) Record sound.

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computer is on.

NOTE: The location of the internal display switch varies

by computer model.

Send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices.
These antennae are not visible from the outside of the
computer.

NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas

immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.

To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of
the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that
applies to your country or region. These notices are located
in Help and Support.

Item Component Description

NOTE: If there is a microphone icon next to each

microphone opening, the computer has internal
microphones.

(4)

(5)

Integrated camera light On: The integrated camera is in use.

Integrated camera Records video and captures still photographs.

Display components 5

Top components

Lights

Item Component Description

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Power lights (2)*

Battery light

Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.

Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.

Volume mute light

Volume down light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to decrease

Volume up light Blinking: The volume scroll zone is being used to increase

On: The computer is on.

●

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

●

Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

●

On: A battery is charging.

●

Blinking: A battery that is the only available power

●

source has reached a low battery level or a critical
battery level.

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.

Blue: Computer sound is turned on.

●

Amber: Computer sound is turned off.

●

speaker volume.

speaker volume.

(8)

*The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The
power light on the front of the computer is visible whether the computer is open or closed.

Num lock light On: Num lock is on or the embedded numeric keypad is

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enabled.

Buttons and speakers

Item Component Description

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

Power button*

Speakers (2) Produce sound.

Media button Opens the QuickPlay program.

DVD button Opens the DVD playback feature of the QuickPlay program.

When the computer is off, press the button to turn on

●

the computer.

When the computer is on, press the button to shut down

●

the computer.

When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the

●

button briefly to exit Sleep.

When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button

●

briefly to exit Hibernation.

If the computer has stopped responding and Windows®
shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the
power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.

To learn more about power settings, select Start > Control

Panel > System and Maintenance > Power
Options.

NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon

password, you may be asked to log on to Windows.
QuickPlay opens after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay
software Help for more information.

NOTE: If the computer has been set up to require a logon

password, you may be asked to log on to Windows.
QuickPlay opens after you log on. Refer to the QuickPlay
software Help for more information.

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Item Component Description

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help
and Support.

Previous/rewind button ● Plays the previous track or chapter when pressed once.

Rewinds media when pressed simultaneously with

●

the fn key.

Play/pause button Plays or pauses the disc.

Next/fast forward button

Stop button Stops the disc.

Volume mute button Mutes and restores the speaker sound.

Volume scroll zone Adjusts speaker volume. Slide your finger to the left to

Plays the next track or chapter when pressed once.

●

Fast forwards media when pressed simultaneously with

●

the fn key.

decrease volume and to the right to increase volume. You
can also tap the minus sign on the scroll zone to decrease
volume, or tap the plus sign on the scroll zone to increase
volume.

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Keys

Item Component Function

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination

with the fn key.

fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in

combination with a function key or the esc key.

Windows logo key Displays the Windows® Start menu.

Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer.

Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.

Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in

combination with the fn key.

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TouchPad

Item Component Function

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Control Panel >
Hardware and Sound > Mouse.

TouchPad light

TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the

Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad.

TouchPad scroll zone* Scrolls up or down.

Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.

Blue: TouchPad is enabled.

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Amber: TouchPad is disabled.

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screen.

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Front components

Item Component Function

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Power light

Battery light

Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed.

Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a

Wireless light

On: The computer is on.

●

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

●

Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.

●

On: A battery is charging.

●

Blinking: A battery that is the only available power

●

source has reached a low battery level or a critical
battery level.

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.

wireless connection.

NOTE: To establish a wireless connection, a wireless

network must already be set up.

Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a WLAN

●

device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is turned on.

● Amber: An integrated wireless device is turned off.

(6)

(7)

(8)

Consumer infrared lens Receives a signal from a remote control device, such as the

HP Remote Control.

Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo

array microphone, or monaural microphone.

Audio-out (headphone) jacks (2) Produce sound when connected to optional powered stereo

speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television
audio.

Front components 11

Left-side components

Item Component Function

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

Security cable slot Attaches 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.

S-Video-out jack Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television,

VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture
card.

External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

Expansion port 3 Connects the computer to an optional docking device or

expansion product.

NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. The

term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.

ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCard/34 cards.

RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.

NOTE: On select computer models, the network jack

provides Gigabit Ethernet functionality.

USB port Connects an optional USB device.

1394 port (select models only) Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as

a camcorder.

Digital Media Slot light (select models only) On: A digital card is being accessed.

(10)

Digital Media Slot (select models only) Supports the following optional digital card formats:

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Memory Stick (MS)

●

Memory Stick Pro (MSP)

●

MultiMediaCard (MMC)

●

Secure Digital Input/Output (SD I/O)

●

Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

●

xD-Picture Card (XD)

●

xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H

●

xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M

●

Right-side components

Item Component Function

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

Optical drive Reads optical discs, and, on select models, also writes to

optical discs.

Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.

USB port Connects an optional USB device.

Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

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Rear component

Component Description

Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.

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.

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Bottom components

Item Component Function

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Battery bay Holds the battery.

Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.

Vents (6) Enable airflow to cool internal components.

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.

Hard drive bays (2) Hold the hard drives.

Memory/WLAN module compartment Contains the memory module slots, the WLAN module slot,

and the RTC battery.

CAUTION: 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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Illustrated parts catalog

Serial number location

When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number
located on the bottom of the computer.

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Computer major components

Item Description Spare part number

(1) Display assemblies

15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models
equipped with a camera and microphones (includes camera, microphones, and WLAN
transceivers and antenna cables)

446481-001

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Item Description Spare part number

15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models

(2)

(3) Power button board (includes power button board cable)

(4) Speaker assembly

(5) Keyboards

For use in Canada and the United States 441427-001

(6) Top cover (includes TouchPad and cable)

(7) Top cover trim

(8a)

(8b)

(8c)

(8d)

equipped with microphones (includes microphones and WLAN transceivers and antenna
cables)

NOTE: See Display assembly components on page 20 for more information on display assembly spare part

numbers.

Switch cover (includes LED board and cable)

For use in French Canada 441427-121

Plastics Kit (see Plastics Kit on page 21 for more Plastics Kit component information):

ExpressCard slot bezel

Left hard drive cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips)

Memory/WLAN module compartment cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips)

Right hard drive cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips)

446482-001

446512-001

431437-001

431447-001

446508-001

431421-001

438368-001

(9)

(10) System board (includes replacement thermal material)

(11) Intel Core 2 Duo processors (include replacement thermal material)

T7500 2.20-GHz processor (4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB) 458796-001

T7250 2.00-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB) 458797-001

T5550 1.83-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 458798-001

T5450 1.67-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 458799-001

T5250 1.50-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 458800-001

(12) Fan/heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal material)

For use only with computer models equipped with T7700 and T7500 processors 450370-001

(13) ExpressCard assembly

(14) Audio board (includes infrared lens and audio board cable)

(15) Base enclosure (includes wireless on/off switch)

Bluetooth module (includes Bluetooth module cable)

T7700 2.40-GHz processor (4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB) 458801-001

Processor brackets (not illustrated; include replacement thermal material)

For use only with computer models equipped with T7250, T5550, T5450, and T5250
processors

412766-002

459251-001

446521-001

450371-001

431439-001

446523-001

460319-001

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Item Description Spare part number

(16) USB/power connector board (includes USB/power connector board cable)

(17) Batteries

6-cell, 2.55-Ah Li-ion 446507-001

6-cell, 2.20-Ah Li-ion 446506-001

(18) Hard drives (include hard drive bracket and hard drive connector)

80-GB, 5400-rpm 458804-001

(19) RTC battery (includes double-sided tape)

(20) Memory modules (667-MHz, PC2-5300, 1-DIMM)

1024-MB 446495-001

512-MB 446494-001

(21) Optical drives (include bezel)

Rubber Kit (not illustrated; includes base enclosure rubber feet and display bezel screw

covers)

12-cell, 2.55-Ah Li-ion 451864-001

160-GB, 5400-rpm 458803-001

2048-MB 453774-001

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 459253-001

431430-001

449454-001

449729-001

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive 459252-001

(22) WLAN modules

Intel 802.11a/b/g WLAN module 451861-001

Intel 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module 441086-001

Cable Kit (not illustrated; see
information)

Cable Kit on page 22 for more Cable Kit component

446519-001

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Display assembly components

Item Description Spare part number

(1) Display bezels

For use with computer models equipped with microphone (includes openings for

(2) Display Hinge Kit (includes left and right display hinges)

(3) Display inverter (includes Mylar shield)

(4) Camera module (includes cable)

(5) Display panel (15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView; includes cable)

(6) Wireless Antenna Kits

For use only with computer models equipped with an 802.11a/b/g WLAN module

(7) Microphone

(8) Display Cable Kit (includes camera module cable)

(9) Display enclosure (includes logo double-sided tape for camera module)

For use with computer models equipped with a camera and microphones (includes openings
for camera and microphones)

microphones)

For use only with computer models equipped with an 802.11a/g/n WLAN module
(includes 3 transceivers and cables)

(includes 2 transceivers and cables)

446483-001

433281-001

431395-001

431391-001

446486-001

446480-001

449727-001

431398-001

431393-001

431394-001

446487-001

Display hinge covers (not illustrated)

Display Screw Kit (not illustrated, includes screws and display bezel rubber screw

covers)

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431396-001

431399-001

Plastics Kit

Item Description Spare part number

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

Plastics Kit:

ExpressCard slot bezel

Left hard drive cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips)

Right hard drive cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips)

Memory/WLAN module compartment cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips)

438368-001

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Cable Kit

Item Description Spare part number

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Cable Kit:

LED board cable

Power button board cable

USB/power connector board cable

Audio board cable

Bluetooth module cable

446519-001

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Mass storage devices

Item Description Spare part number

(1) Hard drives (include hard drive bracket)

80-GB, 5400-rpm 458804-001

(2) Optical drives (include bezel and bracket)

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive 459252-001

160-GB, 5400-rpm 458803-001

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 459253-001

Mass storage devices 23

Miscellaneous parts

Description Spare part number

65-W PFC AC adapter

ATSC/NTSC TV tuner antenna

ATSC/NTSC/PAL TV tuner

Composite video cable

DVB-T tuner

DVB-T antenna adapter

ExpressCard Kit (includes software CD)

HP backpack

HP carrying case

HP lady's slim bag

HP Remote Control

Infrared emitter with cable

Optical wired mouse

Power cord

RF input adapter cable (without ferrite)

USB digital drive

453199-001

439131-001

439130-001

407939-001

412175-001

412176-001

445170-001

405527-001

418162-001

418163-001

435743-001

439129-001

436238-001

394279-001

407940-001

364727-002

Windows Vista remote control (fits into ExpressCard slot)

Windows Vista remote control (does not fit into ExpressCard slot)

Wired headset

Wireless laser mouse with cable adapter

Screw Kit

Hex HM5.0×9.0 standoff

●

● Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw

Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw

●

Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw

●

Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screw

●

Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw

●

Phillips PM2.5×4.0 captive screw

●

Phillips PM2.5×2.0 screw

●

Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screw

●

Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw

●

Phillips PM2.0×2.0 screw

●

439128-001

439254-001

371693-003

430958-001

434747-001

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Sequential part number listing

Spare part
number

364727-002 USB digital drive

371693-003 Wired headset with volume control

394279-001 Power cord

405527-001 HP backpack

407939-001 Composite video cable

407940-001 RF input adapter cable (without ferrite)

412175-001 DVB-T tuner

412176-001 DVB-T antenna adapter

412766-002 Bluetooth module (includes Bluetooth module cable)

418162-001 HP carrying case

418163-001 HP lady's slim bag

430958-001 Wireless laser mouse (includes cable adapter)

431391-001 Display inverter

431393-001 Microphone (includes receiver and cable)

431394-001 Display Cable Kit

Description

431395-001 Display Hinge Kit (includes left and right display hinges)

431396-001 Display Hinge Cover Kit

431398-001 Wireless Antenna Kit for use only with computer models equipped with an 802.11a/b/g WLAN module

(includes 2 transceivers and cables)

431399-001 Display Screw Kit

431421-001 Top cover trim

431430-001 Rubber Kit

431437-001 Power button board (includes power button board cable)

431439-001 ExpressCard assembly

431447-001 Speaker assembly

433281-001 Display bezel for use with computer models equipped with microphones

434747-001 Screw Kit

436238-001 Optical wired mouse

438368-001 Plastics Kit (see Plastics Kit on page 21 for more Plastics Kit component information)

439128-001 Windows Vista remote control (fits into ExpressCard slot)

439129-001 Infrared emitter with cable

439130-001 ATSC/NTSC/PAL TV tuner

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Spare part
number

439131-001 ATSC/NTSC TV tuner antenna

439254-001 Windows Vista remote control (does not fit into ExpressCard slot)

441086-001 Intel 802.11a/g/n WLAN module

441427-001 Keyboard for use in the United States and Canada

441427-121 Keyboard for use in French Canada

446480-001 15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display panel

446481-001 15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models equipped with a camera

446482-001 15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display assembly for use only with computer models equipped with microphones

446483-001 Display bezel for use with computer models equipped with a camera and microphones

446486-001 Camera module (includes cable)

446487-001 Display enclosure (includes double-sided tape for camera module

446494-001 512-MB memory module (667-MHz, PC2-5300, 1-DIMM)

446495-001 1024-MB memory module (667-MHz, PC2-5300, 1-DIMM)

446506-001 6-cell, 2.20-Ah Li-ion battery

Description

and microphones

446507-001 6-cell, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery

446508-001 Top cover (includes TouchPad and cable)

446512-001 Switch cover (includes LED board and cable)

446519-001 Cable Kit (see Cable Kit on page 22 for more Cable Kit component information)

446521-001 Fan/heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal material)

446523-001 Audio board (includes audio connectors, audio board cable, and infrared lens)

449454-001 USB/power connector board (includes USB/power connector board cable)

449727-001 Wireless Antenna Kit for use only with computer models equipped with an 802.11a/g/n WLAN module

(includes 3 transceivers and cables)

449729-001 RTC battery (includes double-sided tape)

450370-001 Processor bracket for use only with computer models equipped with T7700 and T7500 processors (includes

replacement thermal material)

450371-001 Processor bracket for use only with computer models equipped with T7250, T5550, T5450, and T5250

processors (includes replacement thermal material)

451861-001 Intel 802.11a/b/g WLAN module

451864-001 12-cell, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery

453199-001 65-watt PFC AC adapter

453774-001 2048-MB memory module (667-MHz, PC2-5300, 1-DIMM)

458796-001 Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 2.20-GHz processor (4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB; includes replacement thermal

material)

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Spare part
number

458797-001 Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 2.00-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB; includes replacement thermal

Description

material)

458798-001 Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 1.83-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB; includes replacement thermal

458799-001 Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 1.67-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB; includes replacement thermal

458800-001 Intel Core 2 Duo T5250 1.50-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB; includes replacement thermal

458801-001 Intel Core 2 Duo T7700 2.40-GHz processor (4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB; includes replacement thermal

458803-001 160-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive (includes Mylar tab and bracket)

458804-001 80-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive (includes Mylar tab and bracket)

459251-001 System board (includes replacement thermal material)

459252-001 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive

459253-001 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe

460319-001 Base enclosure (includes rubber feet and wireless on/off switch)

material)

material)

material)

material)

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4

Removal and replacement procedures

Preliminary replacement requirements

Tools required

You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures:

Flat-bladed screwdriver

●

Hex 5.0-mm nut driver

●

Magnetic screwdriver

●

Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers

●

Service considerations

The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly
and assembly procedures.

NOTE: As you remove each subassembly from the computer, place the subassembly (and all

accompanying screws) away from the work area to prevent damage.

Plastic parts

Using excessive force during disassembly and reassembly can damage plastic parts. Use care when
handling the plastic parts. Apply pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance instructions.

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Cables and connectors

CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations

during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer.

Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required to unseat
or seat the cables during removal and insertion. Handle cables by the connector whenever possible. In
all cases, avoid bending, twisting, or tearing cables. Be sure that cables are routed in such a way that
they cannot be caught or snagged by parts being removed or replaced. Handle flex cables with extreme
care; these cables tear easily.

Drive handling

CAUTION: Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the

computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions:

Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer
is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Before handling a drive, be sure that you are discharged of static electricity. While handling a drive,
avoid touching the connector.

Before removing a diskette drive or optical drive, be sure that a diskette or disc is not in the drive and be
sure that the optical drive tray is closed.

Handle drives on surfaces covered with at least one inch of shock-proof foam.

Avoid dropping drives from any height onto any surface.

After removing a hard drive, an optical drive, or a diskette drive, place it in a static-proof bag.

Avoid exposing a hard drive to products that have magnetic fields, such as monitors or speakers.

Avoid exposing a drive to temperature extremes or liquids.

If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in a bubble pack mailer or other suitable form of protective
packaging and label the package “FRAGILE.”

Preliminary replacement requirements 29

Grounding guidelines

Electrostatic discharge damage

Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure
determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some protection,
but in many cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions.

A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can destroy static-sensitive devices or
microcircuitry. Even if the spark is neither felt nor heard, damage may have occurred.

An electronic device exposed to ESD may not be affected at all and can work perfectly throughout a
normal cycle. Or the device may function normally for a while, then degrade in the internal layers,
reducing its life expectancy.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer when you are removing or installing internal

components, observe these precautions:

Keep components in their electrostatic-safe containers until you area ready to install them.

Use nonmagnetic tools.

Before touching an electronic component, discharge static electricity by using the guidelines described in
this section.

Avoid touching pins, leads, and circuitry. Handle electronic components as little as possible.

If you remove a component, place it in an electrostatic-safe container.

The following table shows how humidity affects the electrostatic voltage levels generated by different
activities.

CAUTION: A product can be degraded by as little as 700 V.

Typical electrostatic voltage levels

Relative humidity

Event 10% 40% 55%

Walking across carpet 35,000 V 15,000 V 7,500 V

Walking across vinyl floor 12,000 V 5,000 V 3,000 V

Motions of bench worker 6,000 V 800 V 400 V

Removing DIPS from plastic tube 2,000 V 700 V 400 V

Removing DIPS from vinyl tray 11,500 V 4,000 V 2,000 V

Removing DIPS from Styrofoam 14,500 V 5,000 V 3,500 V

Removing bubble pack from PCB 26,500 V 20,000 V 7,000 V

Packing PCBs in foam-lined box 21,000 V 11,000 V 5,000 V

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Packaging and transporting guidelines

Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment:

To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes.

●

Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging.

●

Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations.

●

Place items on a grounded surface before removing items from their containers.

●

Always be properly grounded when touching a component or assembly.

●

Store reusable ESD-sensitive parts from assemblies in protective packaging or nonconductive foam.

●

Use transporters and conveyors made of antistatic belts and roller bushings. Be sure that mechanized

●

equipment used for moving materials is wired to ground and that proper materials are selected to
avoid static charging. When grounding is not possible, use an ionizer to dissipate electric charges.

Workstation guidelines

Follow these grounding workstation guidelines:

Cover the workstation with approved static-shielding material.

●

Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface and use properly grounded tools

●

and equipment.

Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums.

●

When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use fixtures made only of static-safe

●

materials.

Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials, such as ordinary plastic assembly aids and

●

Styrofoam.

Handle ESD-sensitive components, parts, and assemblies by the case or PCM laminate. Handle these

●

items only at static-free workstations.

Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.

●

Turn off power and input signals before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment.

●

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Equipment guidelines

Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation.

When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps

●

with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground,
wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times. On grounded mats with banana-plug connectors,
use alligator clips to connect a wrist strap.

When standing, use foot straps and a grounded floor mat. Foot straps (heel, toe, or boot straps) can

●

be used at standing workstations and are compatible with most types of shoes or boots. On
conductive floors or dissipative floor mats, use foot straps on both feet with a minimum of one megohm
resistance between the operator and ground. To be effective, the conductive strips must be worn in
contact with the skin.

The following grounding equipment is recommended to prevent electrostatic damage:

Antistatic tape

●

Antistatic smocks, aprons, and sleeve protectors

●

Conductive bins and other assembly or soldering aids

●

Nonconductive foam

●

Conductive tabletop workstations with ground cords of one megohm resistance

●

Static-dissipative tables or floor mats with hard ties to the ground

●

Field service kits

●

Static awareness labels

●

Material-handling packages

●

Nonconductive plastic bags, tubes, or boxes

●

Metal tote boxes

●

Electrostatic voltage levels and protective materials

●

The following table lists the shielding protection provided by antistatic bags and floor mats.

Material Use Voltage protection level

Antistatic plastic Bags 1,500 V

Carbon-loaded plastic Floor mats 7,500 V

Metallized laminate Floor mats 5,000 V

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Unknown user password

If the computer you are servicing has an unknown user password, follow these steps to clear the password.

NOTE: These steps also clear CMOS.

Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the RTC battery (see

5.

Wait approximately 5 minutes.

6.

Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the computer.

7.

Connect AC power to the computer. Do not reinsert any batteries at this time.

8.

Turn on the computer.

9.

All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared.

Battery on page 36).

RTC battery on page 45).

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Component replacement procedures

This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures.

There are as many as 87 screws and standoffs, in 13 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or
loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw and standoff size and location
during removal and replacement.

Serial number

Report the computer serial number to HP when requesting information or ordering spare parts. The serial
number is located on the bottom of the computer.

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Computer feet

Description Spare part number

Rubber Kit (includes base enclosure rubber feet) 431430-001

The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The 7 feet attach to the base enclosure in the
locations illustrated below.

Component replacement procedures 35

Battery

Description Spare part number

12-cell, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery 451864-001

6-cell, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery 446507-001

6-cell, 2.20-Ah Li-ion battery 446506-001

Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery:

Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.

1.

2. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery.

3. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it (3) from the computer.

To insert the battery, insert the rear edge of the battery into the battery bay and pivot the battery downward
until it is seated. The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into place.

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Camera module

NOTE: If it has been determined that the camera module is the component that must be replaced to

complete the computer repair, the display assembly does not have to be removed. Follow the procedures
in this section to replace the camera module. For information on replacing the display assembly and other
display assembly internal components, see

Description Spare part number

Camera module (includes 2-sided tape) 446486-001

Before removing the camera module, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Display assembly on page 55.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Battery on page 36).

Remove the camera module:

Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.

1.

Open the computer as far as possible.

2.

3. Remove the four rubber screw covers (1) on the display bezel top edge. The display rubber screw

covers are included in the Display Screw Kit, spare part number 431399-001.

4. Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws (2) on the display bezel top edge.

5. Flex the inside edges of the left and right sides (1) and the top edge (2) of the display bezel until

the bezel disengages from the display enclosure.

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6. Release the display bezel top edge (3).

7. Release the camera module (1) from the display enclosure as far as the camera module cable allows.

8. Disconnect the camera module cable (2) from the camera module.

Remove the camera module.

9.

Reverse this procedure to install the camera module.

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Display inverter

NOTE: If it has been determined that the display inverter is the component that must be replaced to

complete the computer repair, the display assembly does not have to be removed. Follow the procedures
in this section to replace the display inverter. For information on replacing the display assembly and other
display assembly internal components, see

Description Spare part number

Display inverter 431391-001

Before removing the display inverter, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Display assembly on page 55.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Battery on page 36).

Remove the display inverter:

Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.

1.

Open the computer as far as possible.

2.

3. Remove the two rubber screw covers (1) on the display bezel bottom edge. The display rubber screw

covers are included in the Display Screw Kit, spare part number 431399-001.

4. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws (2) that secure the display bezel bottom edge to the

display assembly.

5. Flex the inside edges of the left and right sides (1) and the bottom edge (2) of the display bezel until

the bezel disengages from the display enclosure.

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6. Release the display bezel bottom edge (3).

7. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw (1) that secures the display inverter to the display enclosure.

8. Release the display inverter (2) as far as the display panel cable and the backlight cable allow.

9. Disconnect the display panel cable (3) and the backlight cable (4) from the display inverter.

Remove the display inverter.

10.

Reverse this procedure to install the display inverter.

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Hard drives

NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket.

Description Spare part number

160-GB, 5400-rpm 458803-001

80-GB, 5400-rpm 458804-001

Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Battery on page 36).

Remove the hard drives:

Position the computer with the front toward you.

1.

2. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure each hard drive cover to the computer.

3. Lift the right side of the hard drive covers (2), swing them up and to the left, and remove the covers.

The hard drive covers are included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 438368-001.

Component replacement procedures 41

4. Use the Mylar straps (1) to lift the hard drives (2) until they disconnect from the computer.

Remove the hard drives from the hard drive bays.

5.

If it is necessary to remove the hard drive bracket, remove the four Phillips PM3.0×4.0 hard drive

6.

bracket screws (1) that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive.

7. Lift the bracket (2) straight up to remove it from the hard drive.

Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.

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Memory module

Description Spare part number

2048-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2) 453774-001

1024-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2) 446495-001

512-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2) 446494-001

Before removing the memory module, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Battery on page 36).

Remove the memory module:

Position the computer with the front toward you.

1.

2. Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the memory/WLAN module compartment

cover to the computer.

3. Lift the rear edge of the cover (2), swing it up and forward, and remove the cover. The memory/

WLAN module compartment cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 438368-001.

4. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the memory module slot to release the memory module.

(The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)

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5. Remove the module (2) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle.

NOTE: Memory modules are designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect installation into the

memory module slot.

Reverse this procedure to install a memory module.

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RTC battery

NOTE: Removing the RTC battery and leaving it uninstalled for 5 or more minutes causes all passwords

and CMOS settings to be cleared.

Description Spare part number

RTC battery (includes double-sided tape) 449729-001

Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the memory/WLAN module compartment cover (see

5.

Battery on page 36).

Memory module on page 43).

Remove the RTC battery:

1. Disconnect the RTC battery cable (1) from the system board.

2. Remove the RTC battery (2) from the clip built into the base enclosure.

Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery.

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WLAN module

Description Spare part number

Intel 802.11a/g/n WLAN module 441086-001

Intel 802.11a/b/g WLAN module 451861-001

Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the memory/WLAN module compartment cover (see

5.

Battery on page 36).

Memory module on page 43).

Remove the WLAN module:

1. Disconnect the two WLAN antenna cables (1) from the WLAN module.

NOTE: The black WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module “Main” terminal. The

white WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module “Aux” terminal.

NOTE: Computer models equipped with an 802.11a/g/n WLAN module will have an additional

wireless antenna cable (2), yellow in color. Disconnect the yellow WLAN antenna cable from the
WLAN module middle terminal.

2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (3) that secure the WLAN module to the computer. (The

edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)

3. Remove the WLAN module (4) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle.

NOTE: WLAN modules are designed with a notch (5) to prevent incorrect installation into the

WLAN module slot.

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Reverse this procedure to install a WLAN module.

Optical drive

NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel.

Description Spare part number

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 459253-001

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive 459252-001

Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Battery on page 36).

Remove the optical drive:

Position the computer with right side toward you.

1.

2. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.

3. Insert a thin tool, such as a paper clip (2), into the release access. (The optical drive disc tray is

partially ejected from the optical drive.)

4. Use the disc tray frame to slide the optical drive (3) out of the computer.

If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, position the optical drive with the optical drive

5.

bracket toward you.

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6. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical

drive.

7. Remove the optical drive bracket (2).

Reverse the above procedure to reassemble and install the optical drive.

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Switch cover

Description Spare part number

Switch cover (includes LED board and cable) 446512-001

Before removing the switch cover, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Battery on page 36).

Remove the switch cover:

Remove the three Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer.

1.

Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.

2.

Open the computer as far as possible.

3.

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Lift the rear edge of the switch cover and swing it forward until it rests on the keyboard.

4.

5. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector (1) to which the power button board is connected,

and disconnect the cable (2) from the power button board.

6. Disconnect the microphone cable (3) from the power button board.

7. Release the ZIF connector (4) to which the LED board is connected and disconnect the cable (5)

from the power button board.

Remove the switch cover.

8.

Reverse this procedure to install the switch cover.

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Speaker assembly

Description Spare part number

Speaker assembly (includes cables) 431447-001

Before removing the speaker assembly, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the switch cover (see

5.

Battery on page 36).

Switch cover on page 49).

Remove the speaker assembly:

1. Disconnect the speaker assembly cable (1) from the power button board.

2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×2.0 broad-head screws (2) that secure the speaker assembly to the

switch cover.

3. Remove the speaker assembly (3).

Reverse this procedure to install the speaker assembly.

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Power button board

Description Spare part number

Power button board (includes power button board cable) 431437-001

Before removing the power button board, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the switch cover (see

5.

Battery on page 36).

Switch cover on page 49).

Remove the power button board:

1. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw (1) that secures the power button board to the switch cover.

2. Remove the power button board (2) from the switch cover.

Remove the power button board.

3.

Reverse this procedure to install the power button board.

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Keyboard

Description Spare part number

Keyboard for use in Canada and the United States 441127-001

Keyboard for use in French Canada 441127-121

Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps:

1.

2.

3.

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the switch cover (see

5.

Battery on page 36).

Switch cover on page 49).

Remove the keyboard:

Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.

1.

Remove the three Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer.

2.

Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.

3.

Open the computer as far as possible.

4.

5. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard (1) until it rests at an angle.

6. Release the keyboard (2) by sliding it back to disengage the tabs on the front edge of the keyboard

from the top cover.

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7. Swing the keyboard (3) up and forward until it rests on the palm rest.

8. Release the ZIF connector (1) to which the keyboard cable is attached and disconnect the keyboard

cable (2) from the system board.

Remove the keyboard.

9.

Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.

NOTE: The power button board cable and LED board cable are included in the Cable Kit, spare part

number 446519-001.

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Display assembly

Description Spare part number

15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display assembly for use with computer models equipped with a

camera and microphones (includes camera, microphones, and WLAN transceivers and antenna
cables)

15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display assembly for use with computer models equipped with

microphones (includes microphones and WLAN transceivers and antenna cables)

446481-001

446482-001

Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the memory/WLAN module compartment cover (see

5.

Disconnect the wireless antenna cables from the WLAN module (see

6.

Remove the keyboard (see

7.

Remove the switch cover (see

8.

Battery on page 36).

Memory module on page 43).

WLAN module on page 46).

Keyboard on page 53).

Switch cover on page 49).

Remove the display assembly:

Close the computer and turn it upside down, with the rear panel toward you.

1.

Remove the Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws that secure the display assembly to the computer.

2.

Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you.

3.

Open the computer to an upright position.

4.

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Disconnect the following cables:

5.

(1) Display panel cable

(2) Camera cable

(3) Microphone cable

6. Remove the wireless antenna cables (4) from the routing channels built into the top cover.

CAUTION: The display assembly will be unsupported when the following screws are removed. To

prevent damage to the display assembly, support it before removing the screws.

7. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws (1) that secure the display assembly to the computer.

8. Remove the display assembly (2).

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If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or any of the display assembly internal components,

9.

remove the following:

(1) Four rubber screw covers on the display bezel top edge. The display rubber screw covers are
included in the Display Screw Kit, spare part number 431399-001.

(2) Two rubber screw covers on the display bezel bottom edge.

(3) Two Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws on the display bezel bottom edge.

(4) Four Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws on the display bezel top edge.

10. Flex the inside edges of the left and right sides (1) and the top and bottom sides (2) of the display

bezel until the bezel disengages from the display enclosure.

11. Remove the display bezel (3). Display bezels are available using spare part numbers 446483-001

(for use with computer models equipped with a camera and microphones) and 433281-001 (for use
with computer models equipped with microphones).

NOTE: See Camera module on page 37 for camera module replacement instructions. See Display

inverter on page 39 for display inverter replacement instructions.

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12. If it is necessary to replace the display panel, remove the six Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws (1) that

secure the display panel to the display enclosure.

13. Remove the display panel (2). The display panel is available using the spare part number

446480-001.

If it is necessary to replace the display hinges and hinge covers, remove the Phillips PM2.5×6.0

14.

screws (1) that secure the each hinge cover to the hinges and remove the covers (2) by sliding them
off the hinges. The display hinge covers are available using spare part number 431396-001.

15. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws that secure each display hinge (3) to the display

panel.

16. Remove the display hinges (4). The display hinges are available using spare part number

431395-001.

If it is necessary to replace the wireless antenna transceivers and cables, remove the two Phillips

17.

PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the outside transceivers to the display enclosure.

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18. Remove the wireless antenna cables from the clips (2) built into the display enclosure.

19. Detach the wireless antenna transceivers (3) from the display enclosure and remove the transceivers

and cables (4). The wireless antenna transceivers and cables are available using the spare part
numbers 449727-001 (for use with computer models equipped with an 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN
module) and 431398-001 (for use with computer models equipped with an 802.11a/b/g WLAN
module).

20. If it is necessary to replace the microphones and cables, release the retention tabs (1) built into the

display enclosure that secure the microphone cables to the display enclosure

21. Remove the microphone receivers (2) from the clips in the display enclosure.

22. Remove the microphone cables (3) from the display enclosure. The microphones and cables are

available using spare part number 431393-001.

23. If it is necessary to replace the camera cable, release the retention tabs (1) built into the display

enclosure that secure the camera cable to the display enclosure.

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24. Remove the camera cable (2) from the display enclosure. The camera cable is included in the Display

Cable Kit, spare part number 431394-001.

Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly.

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Top cover

Description Spare part number

Top cover (includes TouchPad and cable) 446508-001

Before removing the top cover, follow these steps:

1.

2.

3.

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Disconnect the power button board cable and the LED board cables from the system board (see

5.

Battery on page 36).

Keyboard on page 53).

Remove the following components:

6.

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Display assembly (see

f.

Hard drives on page 41)

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Keyboard on page 53)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly on page 55)

Remove the top cover:

1. Remove the power button board cable and LED button board cable from the clips (1) built into the

top cover.

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2. Disconnect the power button board cable (2) and the LED button board cable (3) from the low

insertion force (LIF) connectors on the system board.

Remove the power button board cable and LED board cable.

3.

Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you.

4.

Remove the following screws:

5.

(1) Six Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer

(2) Two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws that secure the top cover trim to the computer

(3) Two Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screws that secure the top cover trim to the computer

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Remove the following:

6.

(1) One Phillips PM2.0×3.0 broad-head screw

(2) Two Phillips PM2.5×3.0 broad-head screws

(3) Two Hex HM5.0×9.0 standoffs

(4) One Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw

Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you.

7.

Release the ZIF connector to which the TouchPad cable is connected and disconnect the TouchPad

8.

cable (1) from the system board.

Remove the following screws:

9.

(2) Two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer

(3) One Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw that secures the top cover trim to the computer

10. Remove the top cover trim (1). The top cover trim is available using spare part number

431421-001.

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11. Lift the rear edge of the top cover (2) until it disengages from the computer.

Remove the top cover.

12.

Reverse this procedure to install the top cover and top cover trim.

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Bluetooth module

Description Spare part number

Bluetooth module (includes Bluetooth module cable) 412766-002

Before removing the Bluetooth module, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the following components:

5.

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Display assembly (see

f.

Top cover (see

g.

Battery on page 36).

Hard drives on page 41)

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Keyboard on page 53)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly on page 55)

Top cover on page 61)

Remove the Bluetooth module:

1. Disconnect the Bluetooth module cable (1) from the system board.

2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (2) that secure the Bluetooth module to the system board.

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3. Remove the Bluetooth module (3).

Reverse this procedure to install the Bluetooth module.

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USB/power connector board

Description Spare part number

USB/power connector board 449454-001

Before removing the USB/power connector board, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the following components:

5.

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Display assembly (see

f.

Top cover (see

g.

Battery on page 36).

Hard drives on page 41)

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Keyboard on page 53)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly on page 55)

Top cover on page 61)

Remove the USB/power connector board:

1. Disconnect the USB cable (1) and power connector cable (2) from the system board.

2. Remove the USB/power connector board cable from the clips (3) built into the base enclosure.

3. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw (4) that secures the USB/power connector board to the base

enclosure.

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4. Remove the USB/power connector board (5) and cable from the base enclosure.

Reverse this procedure to install the USB/power connector board.

System board

Description Spare part number

System board (includes replacement thermal material) 459251-001

Before removing the system board, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the following components:

5.

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Battery on page 36).

Hard drives on page 41)

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Keyboard on page 53)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly (see

f.

Top cover (see

g.

Top cover on page 61)

Display assembly on page 55)

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Audio board (see

h.

Audio board on page 71)

USB/power connector board (see

i.

When replacing the system board, be sure that the following components are removed from the defective
system board and installed on the replacement system board:

Memory modules (see

●

RTC battery (see

●

WLAN module (see

●

Bluetooth module (see

●

ExpressCard assembly (see

●

Fan/heat sink assembly (see

●

Processor (see

●

Remove the system board:

1. Press the ExpressCard slot bezel (1) to eject the bezel from the slot.

2. Remove the ExpressCard slot bezel (2) from the slot.

3. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw (3) that secures the system board to the base enclosure.

Processor on page 77)

Memory module on page 43)

RTC battery on page 45)

WLAN module on page 46)

Bluetooth module on page 65)

ExpressCard assembly on page 72)

Fan/heat sink assembly on page 74)

USB/power connector board on page 67)

4. Use the optical drive connector (1) to lift the right side of the system board (2) until it rests at an

angle.

5. Disconnect the audio board cable (3) from the system board.

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6. Remove the system board (4) by sliding it to the right until the connectors on the left side of the system

board disengage from the base enclosure.

Reverse the above procedure to install the system board.

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Audio board

Description Spare part number

Audio board (includes audio connectors, audio board cable, and infrared lens) 446523-001

Before removing the audio board, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the following components:

5.

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Display assembly (see

f.

Top cover (see

g.

System board (see

h.

Battery on page 36).

Hard drives on page 41)

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Keyboard on page 53)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly on page 55)

Top cover on page 61)

System board on page 68)

Remove the audio board:

1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the audio board to the computer.

2. Release the audio board (2) by sliding it back to disengage the audio connectors from the openings

in the base enclosure.

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3. Remove the audio board (3) by lifting it straight up.

Reverse this procedure to install the audio board.

ExpressCard assembly

Description Spare part number

ExpressCard assembly 431439-001

Before removing the ExpressCard assembly, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the following components:

5.

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Battery on page 36).

Hard drives on page 41)

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Keyboard on page 53)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly (see

f.

Top cover (see

g.

Top cover on page 61)

Display assembly on page 55)

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Remove the ExpressCard assembly:

Position the system board with the RJ-45 jack toward you.

1.

2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) and the two Phillips PM2.0×7.0 screws (2) that

secure the ExpressCard assembly to the system board.

Turn the system board upside down with the RJ-45 jack toward you.

3.

Remove the ExpressCard assembly from the system board.

4.

Reverse this procedure to install the ExpressCard assembly.

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Fan/heat sink assembly

Description Spare part number

Fan/heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal material) 446521-001

Processor brackets

For use only with computer models equipped with T7250, T5550, T5450, and T5250 processors

For use only with computer models equipped with T7700 and T7500 processors 450370-001

450371-001

NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm (3-inch) clearance on the right side

and rear panel 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 requirements.
Exhaust air is displaced through the ventilation grill located on the left side of the computer.

Before removing the fan/heat sink assembly, follow these steps:

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the

1.

computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

2.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and

3.

then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the following components:

5.

Battery on page 36).

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Display assembly (see

f.

Top cover (see

g.

Audio board (see

h.

USB/power connector board (see

i.

System board (see

j.

Hard drives on page 41)

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Keyboard on page 53)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly on page 55)

Top cover on page 61)

Audio board on page 71)

USB/power connector board on page 67)

System board on page 68)

Remove the fan/heat sink assembly:

Turn the system board upside down with the expansion port 3 and external monitor port toward you.

1.

2. Disconnect the fan cable (1) from the system board.

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3. Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (2) and the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw (3) that secure

the fan/heat sink assembly to the system board.

4. Remove the fan/heat sink assembly (4).

NOTE: Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the fan/heat sink

assembly and system board components, it may be necessary to move the fan/heat sink assembly
from side to side to detach the assembly.

NOTE: The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the fan/heat sink

assembly (1) and (2), the Northbridge chip (3), and the processor (4) each time the fan/heat sink
assembly is removed. Thermal material must be installed on all surfaces before the fan/heat sink
assembly is reinstalled. Replacement thermal material is included with all fan/heat sink assembly,
system board, and processor spare part kits.

If it is necessary to replace the processor bracket, turn the system board upside down, with the

5.

expansion port 3 and external monitor port toward you.

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Remove the processor bracket from the system board.

6.

Align the threaded posts on the processor bracket with the screw holes in the system board and install

7.

the bracket.

Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly and processor bracket.

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Processor

NOTE: All processor and processor bracket spare part kits include replacement thermal material.

Description Spare part number

Intel Core 2 Duo T7700 2.40-GHz processor (4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB) 458801-001

Intel Core 2 Duo T7500 2.20-GHz processor (4-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB) 458796-001

Intel Core 2 Duo T7250 2.00-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB) 458797-001

Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 1.83-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 458798-001

Intel Core 2 Duo T5450 1.67-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 458799-001

Intel Core 2 Duo T5250 1.50-GHz processor (2-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 458800-001

Before removing the processor, follow these steps:

1.

2.

3.

Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.

Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.

Remove the battery (see

4.

Remove the following components:

5.

Hard drives (see

a.

Optical drive (see

b.

Switch cover (see

c.

Keyboard (see

d.

Speaker assembly (see

e.

Display assembly (see

f.

Top cover (see

g.

Audio board (see

h.

USB/power connector board (see

i.

System board (see

j.

Fan/heat sink assembly (see

k.

Hard drives on page 41)

Keyboard on page 53)

Top cover on page 61)

Remove the processor:

Battery on page 36).

Optical drive on page 47)

Switch cover on page 49)

Speaker assembly on page 51)

Display assembly on page 55)

Audio board on page 71)

USB/power connector board on page 67)

System board on page 68)

Fan/heat sink assembly on page 74)

1. Turn the processor locking screw (1) one-half turn counterclockwise until you hear a click.

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2. Lift the processor (2) straight up and remove it.

NOTE: The gold triangle (3) on the processor must be aligned with the triangle icon (4) embossed

on the processor socket when you install the processor.

Reverse this procedure to install the processor.

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5

Setup Utility

Starting the Setup Utility

The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your
Windows® operating system is not working or will not load.

NOTE: The fingerprint reader (select models only) does not work when accessing the Setup Utility.

The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other
preferences.

To start the Setup Utility:

Turn on or restart the computer.

1.

Before Windows opens and while “Press <F10> to enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner

2.

of the screen, press f10.

Changing the language of the Setup Utility

The following procedure explains how to change the language of the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility is
not already running, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.

To start the Setup Utility, turn on or restart the computer, and then press f10 while “Press <F10> to

1.

enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.

2. Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter.

Press f5 or f6 (or use the arrow keys) to select a language, and then press enter to select a language.

3.

When a confirmation prompt with your preference selected is displayed, press enter to save your

4.

preference.

To set your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press f10 and then follow the instructions on the

5.

screen.

Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts in Windows.

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Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility

Because the Setup Utility is not Windows-based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and
selection are by keystroke.

To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys.

●

To choose an item in a drop-down list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use

●

either the arrow keys or f5 or f6.

To select an item, press enter.

●

To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.

●

To display additional navigation and selection information while the Setup Utility is open, press f1.

●

Displaying system information

The following procedure explains how to display system information in the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility
is not open, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is open, begin at step 2.

To start the Setup Utility, turn on or restart the computer, and then press f10 while “Press <F10>to

1.

enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.

2. Access the system information by using the Main menu.

3. To exit the Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit

Discarding Changes, and then press enter. (The computer restarts in Windows.)

Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility

The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the Setup Utility is not
already running, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.

To start the Setup Utility, turn on or restart the computer, and then press f10 while “Press <F10>to

1.

enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.

2. Select Exit > Load Setup Defaults, and then press enter.

When the Setup Confirmation is displayed, press enter to save your preferences.

3.

To set your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press f10, and then follow the instructions on the

4.

screen.

The Setup Utility default settings are set when you exit the Setup Utility and go into effect when the computer
restarts.

NOTE: Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory

default settings.

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Using advanced Setup Utility features

This chapter describes the Setup Utility features recommended for all users. For more information about
the Setup Utility features recommended for advanced users only, refer to Help and Support, which is
accessible only when the computer is in Windows.

The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service
Boot, and settings for boot order preferences.

The “<F12> to boot from LAN” message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time
the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt for a Network Service Boot.

The “Press <ESC> to change boot order” message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen
each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt to change the boot order.

Closing the Setup Utility

You can close the Setup Utility with or without saving changes.

To close the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session, use either of the following

●

procedures:

Press f10, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

◦

– or –

If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the

◦

arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter.

When you use the f10 procedure, you are offered an option to return to the Setup Utility. When
you use the Exit Saving Changes procedure, the Setup Utility closes when you press enter.

To close the Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session:

●

If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the arrow
keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.

After the Setup Utility closes, the computer restarts in Windows.

Setup Utility menus

The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.

NOTE: Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this section may not be supported by your computer.

Main menu

Select To do this

System information

View and change the system time and date.

●

View identification information about the computer.

●

View specification information about the processor, memory

●

size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select
models only).

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Security menu

Select To do this

Administrator password Enter, change, or delete an administrator password.

Power-On Password Enter, change, or delete a power-on password.

System Configuration menu

Select To do this

Language Support Change the Setup Utility language.

Enhanced SATA support (select models only) Enable/disable enhanced SATA mode.

Boot Options Set the following boot options:

f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12

●

functions of the Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0,
5, 10, 15, 20).

CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM.

●

Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy.

●

Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from

●

Internal Network Adapter.

Boot Order―Set the boot order for:

●

USB Floppy

◦

ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive

◦

Hard drive

◦

USB Diskette on Key

◦

USB Hard drive

◦

Network adapter

◦

Button Sound (select models only) Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound.

Video memory up to (select models only) Select the amount of video memory.

Diagnostics menu

Select To do this

Hard Disk Self Test Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.

NOTE: On models equipped with two hard drives, this menu

option is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test.

Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive.

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Specifications

Computer specifications

Metric U.S.

Dimensions

Height (front to back)

Width 35.71 cm 14.06 in

Depth 25.71 cm 10.12 in

Weight (with optical drive, hard drive, and battery)

Input power

Operating voltage

Operating current 3.5 A or 4.74 A

Temperature

Operating (not writing to optical disc)

Operating (writing to optical disc) 5°C to 35°C 41°F to 95°F

Nonoperating -20°C to 60°C -4°F to 140°F

Relative humidity

Operating

Nonoperating 5% to 95%

Maximum altitude (unpressurized)

Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia)

4.09 cm 1.61 in

2.86 kg 6.31 lbs

18.5 V dc —19.0 V dc

0°C to 35°C 32°F to 95°F

10% to 90%

-15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft

Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia) -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft

Shock

Operating

Nonoperating 200 g, 2 ms, half-sine

Random vibration

Operating

125 g, 2 ms, half-sine

0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep rate

Computer specifications 83

Metric U.S.

Nonoperating 1.50 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.5 oct/min sweep rate

NOTE: Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The computer operates well within this

range of temperatures.

15.4-inch, WXGA, BrightView display specifications

Metric U.S.

Dimensions

Height

Width 33.1 cm 13.03 in

Diagonal 39.1 cm 15.39 in

Number of colors

Contrast ratio

Brightness

Pixel resolution

Pitch

Format 1280 × 800

Configuration RGB vertical stripe

Backlight

Character display

Total power consumption

Viewing angle

20.7 cm 8.15 in

Up to 16.8 million

200:1 (typical)

150 nits (typical)

0.259 × 0.259 mm

Edge lit

80 × 25

4 W

+/-65° horizontal, +/-50° vertical (typical)

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Hard drive specifications

160-GB* 80-GB*

Dimensions

Height

Width 70 mm 70 mm

Weight 102 g 102 g

Interface type

Transfer rate

Synchronous (maximum)

Security ATA security ATA security

Seek times (typical read, including setting)

Single track

Average 13 ms 13 ms

Maximum 24 ms 24 ms

Logical blocks

Disk rotational speed

Operating temperature

NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult technical support for details.

*1 GB = 1 billion bytes when referring to hard drive storage capacity. Accessible capacity is less. Actual drive specifications
may differ slightly.

9.5 mm 9.5 mm

SATA SATA

100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec

3 ms 3 ms

312,588,800 156,294,400

5400 rpm 5400 rpm

5°C to 55°C (41°F to 131°F)

Hard drive specifications 85

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive specifications

Applicable disc Read:

CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT,
CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE
CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video
CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD­EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R,
CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9,
DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM

Center hole diameter

Disc diameter

Standard disc

Mini disc 8 cm (3.15 in)

Disc thickness

Track pitch

Access time

Random < 175 ms < 230 ms

Full stroke < 285 ms < 335 ms

Audio output level

1.5 cm (0.59 in)

12 cm (4.72 in)

1.2 mm (0.047 in)

0.74 μm

CD DVD

Audio-out, 0.7 Vrms

Write:

CD-R and CD-RW

DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD-RAM

Cache buffer

Data transfer rate

24X CD-ROM

8X DVD 10,800 KB/sec

24X CD-R 3,600 KB/sec

16X CD-RW 2,400 KB/sec

8X DVD+R 10,800 KB/sec

4X DVD+RW 5,400 KB/sec

8X DVD-R 10,800 KB/sec

4X DVD-RW 5,400 KB/sec

2.4X DVD+R(9) 2,700 KB/sec

5X DVD-RAM 6,750 KB/sec

Transfer mode

Startup time

Stop time

2 MB

3,600 KB/sec

Multiword DMA Mode

< 15 seconds

< 6 seconds

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System DMA specifications

Hardware DMA System function

DMA0 Not applicable

DMA1* Not applicable

DMA2* Not applicable

DMA3 Not applicable

DMA4 Direct memory access controller

DMA5* Available for PC Card

DMA6 Not assigned

DMA7 Not assigned

*PC Card controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5.

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System interrupt specifications

Hardware IRQ System function

IRQ0 System timer

IRQ1 Standard 101-/102-Key or Microsoft® Natural Keyboard

IRQ2 Cascaded

IRQ3 Intel 82801DB/DBM USB2 Enhanced Host Controller—24CD

IRQ4 COM1

IRQ5* Conexant AC—Link Audio Intel 82801DB/DBM SMBus Controller—24C3 Data Fax

Modem with SmartCP

IRQ6 Diskette drive

IRQ7* Parallel port

IRQ8 System CMOS/real-time clock

IRQ9* Microsoft ACPI-compliant system

IRQ10* Intel USB UHCI controller—24C2

Intel 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphic Controller

Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet Controller

IRQ11 Intel USB EHCI controller—24CD

Intel USB UHCI controller—24C4

Intel USB UHCI controller—24C7

Intel Pro/Wireless 2200BG

TI OHCI 1394 host controller

TI PCI1410 CardBus controller

IRQ12 Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad

IRQ13 Numeric data processor

IRQ14 Primary IDE channel

IRQ15 Secondary IDE channel

*Default configurations are IRQ5, IRQ7, IRQ9, IRQ10, or none.

NOTE: PC Cards may assert IRQ3, IRQ4, IRQ5, IRQ7, IRQ9, IRQ10, IRQ11, or IRQ15. Either the infrared or the serial port

may assert IRQ3 or IRQ4.

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System I/O address specifications

I/O address (hex) System function (shipping configuration)

000 - 00F DMA controller no. 1

010 - 01F Unused

020 - 021 Interrupt controller no. 1

022 - 024 Opti chipset configuration registers

025 - 03F Unused

02E - 02F 87334 “Super I/O” configuration for CPU

040 - 05F Counter/timer registers

044 - 05F Unused

060 Keyboard controller

061 Port B

062 - 063 Unused

064 Keyboard controller

065 - 06F Unused

070 - 071 NMI enable/RTC

072 - 07F Unused

080 - 08F DMA page registers

090 - 091 Unused

092 Port A

093 - 09F Unused

0A0 - 0A1 Interrupt controller no. 2

I/O Address (hex) System Function (shipping configuration)

0A2 - 0BF Unused

0C0 - 0DF DMA controller no. 2

0E0 - 0EF Unused

0F0 - 0F1 Coprocessor busy clear/reset

0F2 - 0FF Unused

100 - 16F Unused

170 - 177 Secondary fixed disk controller

178 - 1EF Unused

1F0 - 1F7 Primary fixed disk controller

1F8 - 200 Unused

201 JoyStick (decoded in ESS1688)

202 - 21F Unused

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I/O address (hex) System function (shipping configuration)

220 - 22F Entertainment audio

230 - 26D Unused

26E - 26 Unused

278 - 27F Unused

280 - 2AB Unused

2A0 - 2A7 Unused

2A8 - 2E7 Unused

2E8 - 2EF Reserved serial port

2F0 - 2F7 Unused

2F8 - 2FF Infrared port

300 - 31F Unused

320 - 36F Unused

370 - 377 Secondary diskette drive controller

378 - 37F Parallel port (LPT1/default)

380 - 387 Unused

388 - 38B FM synthesizer—OPL3

38C - 3AF Unused

3B0 - 3BB VGA

3BC - 3BF Reserved (parallel port/no EPP support)

3C0 - 3DF VGA

3E0 - 3E1 PC Card controller in CPU

3E2 - 3E3 Unused

3E8 - 3EF Internal modem

3F0 - 3F7 “A” diskette controller

3F8 - 3FF Serial port (COM1/default)

CF8 - CFB PCI configuration index register (PCIDIVO-1)

CFC - CFF PCI configuration data register (PCIDIVO-1)

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System memory map specifications

Size Memory address System function

640 KB 00000000-0009FFFF Base memory

128 KB 000A0000-000BFFFF Video memory

48 KB 000C0000-000CBFFF Video BIOS

160 KB 000C8000-000E7FFF Unused

64 KB 000E8000-000FFFFF System BIOS

15 MB 00100000-00FFFFFF Extended memory

58 MB 04800000-07FFFFFF Super extended memory

58 MB 04800000-07FFFFFF Unused

2 MB 08000000-080FFFFF Video memory (direct access)

4 GB 08200000-FFFEFFFF Unused

64 KB FFFF0000-FFFFFFFF System BIOS

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Screw listing

This section provides specification and reference information for the screws and standoffs used in the
computer. All screws and standoffs listed in this section are available in the Screw Kit, spare part number
434747-001, and the Display Screw Kit, spare part number 431399-001.

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