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Second Edition: May 2013
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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).
Display - SUSE Linux models ............................................................................................................ 11
Top ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only) ......................................... 14
Keys – Windows models .................................................................................................... 16
Model 4540s ...................................................................................................... 16
Model 4440s/4441s ........................................................................................... 17
Keys - SUSE Linux models ................................................................................................ 18
Front ................................................................................................................................................... 20
Left ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Right ................................................................................................................................................... 22
Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 163
WirelessIntegrated WLAN options by way of wireless module:
Two WLAN antennas built into display assembly√√√√
Supports “no WLAN” option√√√√
4540s
(Disc)
4440s
(UMA)
4440s/
4441s
(Disc)
Supports the following WLAN formats:
●Atheros 9485GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and
3012 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter
Broadcom 4313GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and
●
20702 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter
Intel Centrino Wireless-N 2230
●
Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6235
●
Ralink WLAN Ralink Ripple3 RT5390F_802.11
●
b/g/n 1x1 PCIe HMC
Atheros AR9485 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi
●
Adapter
●Atheros AR9565 802.11bgn 1x1 WiFi + BT4.0
combo Adapter
Ralink RT3290LE 802.11bgn 1x1 Wi-Fi and
●
Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter
Ralink RT5390R 802.11bgn 1x1 Wi-Fi Adapter
●
Integrated WWAN options by way of wireless module:
Two WWAN antennas built into display assembly
(world-wide 5 band, configured with panels)
√√√√
√√
Subscriber identity module (SIM) security
(customer-accessible)
Supports “no WWAN” option√√√√
Supports the following WWAN modules:
●Sierra MC8355 HSPA/CDMA with GPS
●Ericsson 5321 HSPA+ with GPS
Integrated personal area network (PAN) options by way of Bluetooth® module:
Bluetooth 4.0 only supported by combo card√√√√
External media card6-in-1 Digital Media Reader Slot√√√√
PortsAudio-in (stereo microphone)√√√√
Audio-out (stereo headphone)√√√√
4Chapter 1 Product description
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√√
CategoryDescription4540s
(UMA)
RJ-45 (Ethernet, includes link and activity lights)√√√√
USB 3.0 (2)√√√√
USB 2.0 (2)√√√√
4540s
(Disc)
4440s
(UMA)
4440s/
4441s
(Disc)
VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 × 1200
external resolution at 75-GHz (hot plug/unplug with
auto-detect)
HDMI√√√√
Multi-pin AC port√√√√
Keyboard/pointing
devices
Numeric keypad√√
Touchpad includes: supports 2-way scroll with
Power requirements Smart AC adapter with localized cable plug support
90-W√√
65-W√√
9-cell, 93-Wh Li-ion battery√√√√
6-cell, 47-Wh Li-ion battery√√√√
SecurityIntegrated fingerprint reader√√√√
Intel AT support√√√√
Full-sized keyboard√√√√
legend, taps enabled by default, 2-finger scrolling
and zoom enabled by default
(3-wire plug with ground pin):
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
Support Kensington security lock√√√√
Support no fingerprint reader option√√√√
Operating systemPreinstalled:
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Basics√√√√
Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft Basics
(Japan only)
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft
Basics
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit Digital Product Key
(DPK) with Windows 7 Professional Microsoft
Basics
Windows 8 Professional 32-bit Digital Product Key
with Windows 7 Professional Microsoft Basics
Windows 8 Multi-language (ML) 64-bit with
Microsoft Basics
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit with Microsoft
Basics
√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√
√√√√
√√√√
5
CategoryDescription4540s
(UMA)
4540s
(Disc)
4440s
(UMA)
4440s/
4441s
(Disc)
Novell™: SuSE Linux™ – SLED 11, 64-bit, SP2
(not available with WWAN)
FreeDOS√√√√
Preinstalled with Microsoft Office:
Windows 7 Home Basic 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Starter (not for Japan)
Windows 7 Home Basic 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Starter – EDGI
Windows 7 Home Basic 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Professional (Japan only)
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Starter MSNA
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Starter EDGI
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Starter (not for Japan)
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Personal (Japan only)
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Home & Business (Japan only)
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Professional (Japan only)
Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft Office
2010 Personal (Japan only)
Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft Office
2010 Home & Business (Japan only)
Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft Office
2010 Professional (Japan only)
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Starter EDGI
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Starter (not for Japan)
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Personal (Japan only)
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Home & Business (Japan only)
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft Office
2010 Professional
Windows 8 Professional Digital Product Key (DPK)
64-bit with Windows 7 Professional 32 Image and
Office 2010 Personal
√√√√
√√
√√
√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√
6Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescription4540s
(UMA)
4540s
(Disc)
4440s
(UMA)
4440s/
4441s
(Disc)
Windows 8 Professional Digital Product Key 64-bit
with Windows 7 Professional 32 Image and Office
2010 Home & Business
Windows 8 Professional Digital Product Key 64-bit
with Windows 7 Professional 32 Image Digital
Product Key and Office 2010 Home & Business
Windows 8 Professional Digital Product Key 64-bit
with Windows 7 Professional 64 Image and Office
2010 Starter
Windows 8 Professional Digital Product Key 64-bit
with Windows 7 Professional 64 Image and Office
2010 Personal
Windows 8 Professional Digital Product Key 64-bit
with Windows 7 Professional 64 Image and Office
2010 Home & Business
Windows 8 Professional Digital Product Key 64-bit
with Windows 7 Professional 64 Image and Office
2010 Professional
Windows 8 Multi-language (ML) 64-bit with Office
2010 Transition OEM Preinstallation Kit (OPK)
Windows 8 Emerging Markets (EM) 64-bit with
Office 2010 Transition OEM Preinstallation Kit
Windows 8 Chinese Market (CH) 64-bit with Office
2010 Transition OEM Preinstallation Kit
√√
√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
Windows 8 Multi-language 64-bit with Office 2010
Personal
Windows 8 Multi-language 64-bit with Office 2010
Home & Business
Windows 8 Multi-language 64-bit with Office 2010
Professional
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit with Office 2010
Transition OEM Preinstallation Kit
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit with Office 2010
Personal
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit with Office 2010
Home & Business
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit with Office 2010
Professional
Restore Media:
Windows 7 Professional 64√√√√
Windows 7 Professional 32√√
Windows 7 Home Premium 64√√√√
Windows 7 Home Basic 64√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
√√√√
7
CategoryDescription4540s
(UMA)
DRDVD Windows 7√√√√
DRDVD Windows 8√√√√
Windows 8 Professional 64√√√√
Web-only support:
4540s
(Disc)
4440s
(UMA)
4440s/
4441s
(Disc)
Windows XP Professional (Discrete graphic drive
not supported)
Windows 7 Home Basic 32√√√√
Windows 7 Home Premium 32√√√√
Windows 7 Professional 32√√√√
Certified:
Microsoft WHQL√√√√
ServiceabilityEnd-user replaceable parts:
AC adapter√√√√
Battery (system)√√√√
Hard drive√√√√
Memory module√√√√
Optical drive√√√√
WLAN module√√√√
WWAN module√√
Keyboard√√√√
√√√√
8Chapter 1 Product description
2External component identification
Display
ComponentDescription
(1)WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(2)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(3)Internal microphone(s) (1 or 2 depending on
model)
(4)Webcam light (select models only)On: The webcam is in use.
(5)Webcam (select models only)Records video and captures still photographs.
wide-area networks (WWAN).
local area networks (WLAN).
Record sound.
To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs > Music,Photos and Videos>WebCam Companion.
Display9
ComponentDescription
(6)Internal display switchTurns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety,and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. To access
this guide in Windows 8, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select the
User guides.
while the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
Display - SUSE Linux models
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(2)Internal microphones (1 or 2 depending on
model)
(3)Webcam light (select models only)On: The webcam is in use.
(4)Webcam (select models only)Records video and captures still photographs.
(5)Internal display switchTurns off the display or initiates Suspend if the display is closed
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately
around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety,and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
local area networks (WLAN).
Record sound.
while the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the
computer.
Display - SUSE Linux models11
Top
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off.
(2)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
(3)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(4)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
screen.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
ComponentsDescription
(1)
(2)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(3)
(4)
(5) TouchPad light ●Amber: The TouchPad is off.
Power light
Web browser light
Wireless light
On: The computer is on.
●
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
●
is an energy-saving mode that uses the least amount of
power.
On: The computer is on.
●
●Off: The computer is off, in Suspend mode, or in
Hibernation.
In SUSE Linux: Off: The computer is off, in the
Suspend state, or in Hibernation.
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
●
wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on
●Amber: All wireless devices are off.
Off: TouchPad is on.
●
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Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only)
14Chapter 2 External component identification
ComponentDescription
(1)
Power button
When the computer is off, press the button to turn on
●
the computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button briefly to
initiate Sleep/Suspend.
When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the
●
button briefly to exit Sleep/Suspend.
When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
●
briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and operating
system shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold
the power button down for at least 5 seconds to turn off the
computer.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button
will result in the loss of unsaved information.
To learn more about your power settings:
In Windows 7:
Select Start>Control Panel>System and
●
Security>Power Options.
In Windows 8:
From the Start screen, type power options. Click
●
Settings, and then select Power Options from the
options displayed.
In SUSE Linux:
1.Select Computer > Control Center.
2.In the left pane, click System, and then click Power
Management in the right pane.
(2)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
(3)
(4)
(5)Fingerprint reader (select models only)Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a
Web browser buttonOpens the default Web browser.
Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
NOTE: A wireless connection may be established if one
has been previously configured.
password logon.
Top15
Keys – Windows models
Model 4540s
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed
with the fn key.
in combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc
key, or other keys.
(3)
(4)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
(5)
(6)num lk keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions
(7)Integrated numeric keypadCan be used like an external numeric keypad.
Windows 7 logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows 8 logo key
combination with the fn key.
Windows 7 applications keyWindows 7: Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the
Windows 8 applications key
cursor.
Windows 8: Displays the App bar and a shortcut menu for
items beneath the cursor.
on the integrated numeric keypad.
16Chapter 2 External component identification
Model 4440s/4441s
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
with the fn key.
combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc
key, or other keys.
(3)
(4)Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when pressed in
(5)Embedded numeric keypad keysWhen the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an
(6)
(7)num lk keyTurns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when
Windows 7 logo keyDisplays the Windows Start menu.
Windows 8 logo key
combination with the fn key.
external numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by
the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
Windows 7 applications keyWindows 7: Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the
cursor.
Windows 8 applications key
Windows 8: Displays the App bar and a shortcut menu for
items beneath the cursor.
pressed in combination with the fn key.
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Keys - SUSE Linux models
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ComponentDescription
(1)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed
(2)
(3)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
(4)Embedded numeric keypad keysWhen the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an
(5)
(6)num lk keyTurns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when
Operating system logo key Displays the operating system menu.
Operating system applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
in combination with a function key.
combination with the fn key.
external numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by
the icon in the upper-right corner of the key
pressed in combination with the fn key.
18Chapter 2 External component identification
ComponentDescription
(1)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed
(2)
(3)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
(4)
(5)num lk keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions
(6)Integrated numeric keypadCan be used like an external numeric keypad.
Operating system logo key Displays the operating system menu.
Operating system applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the cursor.
in combination with a function key.
combination with the fn key.
on the integrated numeric keypad.
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Front
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Media Card ReaderSupports the following digital card formats:
(3)
Drive light
Audio-out (headphone) jack Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
●Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
●Memory Stick PRO
Memory Stick PRO Duo (needs an adapter)
●
MultiMediaCard (MMC)
●
●MultiMediaCardplus (MMC+)
Secure Digital (SD) Card
●
Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card
●
●Secure Digital Extra Capacity (SDXC) Card
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, refer to the
Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the
computer speakers are disabled.
(4)
Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
20Chapter 2 External component identification
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
Left
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(3)
(4)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
(5)
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.
AC adapter/battery light
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
White: The computer is connected to external power
●
and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.
Amber: The computer is connected to external power
●
and the battery is charged from 0 to 90 percent.
●Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available
power source has reached a low battery level. When
the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery
light begins blinking rapidly.
Off: The battery is fully charged.
●
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
(6)
(7)
(8)
RJ-45 (network) jackConnects a network cable.
HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a
high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
USB 3.0 ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
Left21
Right
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Optical drive (select models only)Reads an optical disc.
(3)Optical drive light (select models only) ●On: The optical drive is being accessed.
(4)Optical drive eject button (select models
USB 2.0 ports (2)Connect optional USB devices.
NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to
an optical disc.
Off: The optical drive is idle.
●
only)
Releases the optical drive disc tray.
22Chapter 2 External component identification
Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)
(2)Battery bayHolds the battery.
(3)
(4)Vents (2)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
Battery and service door release latches
Service doorProtects the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN)
Releases the battery from the battery bay by sliding
●
the release latches one time.
When the battery has been removed from the battery
●
bay, releases the service door from the computer by
sliding the release latches a second time.
module slot, the WWAN module slot, and the memory
module slots.
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. On Windows 7 models, contact
technical support through Help and Support. On Windows
8 models, from the Start screen, type help, and then
select Help and Support.
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.
Bottom23
3Illustrated parts catalog
Service tag and PCID label
Service tag
When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model
description provided on the service tag.
Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer.
●
Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
●
Part number/Product number (p/n) (3). This number provides specific information about the
●
product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine what
components and parts are needed.
Warranty period (4). This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for the
●
computer.
Model description (select models only) (5). This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate
●
documents, drivers, and support for the computer.
24Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
PCID label
The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS)
back to factory shipped specifications when replacing the system board. The label may have a
different number of characters depending on the operating system on the computer.
NOTE:Computer details may vary from images.
Windows 8 models
Non-Windows 8 models
Service tag and PCID label25
Computer major components
Model 4540s
Figure 3-1 Model 4540s
26Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemDescriptionSpare part number
(1)Display panel
39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, anti-glare, without webcam683481-001
39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, anti-glare, with webcam683482-001
39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, anti-glare, with webcam and WWAN683483-001
(2)Keyboard (includes cable)
NOTE: For a detailed list of available keyboards, see
on page 41.
For use in models without Windows 8683491-xxx
For use in models with Windows 8702237-xxx
(3)Top cover (includes touchpad assembly and cable)
713376-001NHeat sink for use in 4440s/4441s models with discrete graphics and the processor soldered onto
713377-001NHeat sink for use in 4440s/4441s models with UMA graphics and the processor soldered onto the
718475-001A500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive (locked; model 4440s/4441s only)
718658-001NSystem board for use in non-Windows 8 models with UMA graphics and a soldered on Intel Core
718658-501NSystem board for use in Windows 8 Standard models with UMA graphics and a soldered on Intel
718658-601NSystem board for use in Windows 8 Professional models with UMA graphics and a soldered on
718659-001NSystem board for use in non-Windows 8 models with UMA graphics and a soldered on Intel Core
718659-501NSystem board for use in Windows 8 Standard models with UMA graphics and a soldered on Intel
soldered on Intel Core i3-3120M processor
the system board (includes thermal material)
system board (includes thermal material)
i3-3110M processor for use only in Brazil
Core i3-3110M processor for use only in Brazil
Intel Core i3-3110M processor for use only in Brazil
i3-3120M processor for use only in Brazil
Core i3-3120M processor for use only in Brazil
48Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Spare part
number
CSR
flag
Description
718659-601NSystem board for use in Windows 8 Professional models with UMA graphics and a soldered on
731549-001NDisplay Cable Kit for use in 4440s/4441s models
Intel Core i3-3120M processor for use only in Brazil
Sequential part number listing49
4Removal and replacement procedures
Preliminary replacement requirements
Tools required
You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures:
●Flat-bladed screwdriver
●Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers
Torx T8 screwdriver
●
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
CAUTION: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.
50Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures
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.”
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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, and 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 are 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
Event10%40%55%
Walking across carpet35,000 V15,000 V7,500 V
Walking across vinyl floor12,000 V5,000 V3,000 V
Motions of bench worker6,000 V800 V400 V
Removing DIPS from plastic tube2,000 V700 V400 V
Removing DIPS from vinyl tray11,500 V4,000 V2,000 V
Removing DIPS from Styrofoam14,500 V5,000 V3,500 V
Removing bubble pack from PCB26,500 V20,000 V7,000 V
Packing PCBs in foam-lined box21,000 V11,000 V5,000 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 tapes
●
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.
MaterialUseVoltage protection level
Antistatic plasticBags1,500 V
Carbon-loaded plasticFloor mats7,500 V
Metallized laminateFloor mats5,000 V
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Component replacement procedures
This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures.
There are as many as 95 screws and screw locks, in 15 different sizes, that must be removed,
replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw and screw lock
size and location during removal and replacement.
Battery
DescriptionSpare part number
9-cell, 93 WHr, 2.8 Ah Li-ion battery633809-001
6-cell, 47 WHr, 2.2 Ah Li-ion battery633805-001
Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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:
1.Position the computer upside-down on a flat surface.
2.Slide the battery release latches (1) to release the battery.
NOTE:You can slide the battery release latches simultaneously or one at a time.
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3.Tilt the battery upward (2), and remove it from the battery bay (3).
Install the battery by inserting it into the battery bay until you hear a click.
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Using the optional security screw
Use the optional security screw to lock the service door to the bottom of the computer. When not in
use the security screw can be stored inside the battery bay.
Remove the battery:
To use the security screw:
1.Remove the battery.
2.Remove the security screw from inside the battery bay (1) and insert it (2) to lock the service
door in place.
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Bottom door
DescriptionSpare part number
Bottom door for use in 4540s models690978-001
Bottom door for use in 4440s/4441s models690979-001
Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 55).
Remove the bottom door:
1.Position the computer upside-down on a flat surface with the battery bay toward you.
2.With the battery bay toward you, remove the security screw (1) (if the security screw is being
used). For additional information about the security screw, see
Using the optional security screw
on page 57.
3.Slide the service door release latches (2) to release the service door.
NOTE:You can slide the service door release latches simultaneously or you can slide them
one at a time.
4.Slide the service door towards the front of the computer (3) and then lift it (4) away from the
computer.
Reverse the removal procedures to install the bottom door.
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SIM
NOTE:This section applies only to computer models with WWAN capability.
NOTE:The SIM is provided by the end-user as a security measure for the WWAN module. The SIM
should be removed, placed into a static-dissipative container, and then replaced when the computer
is reassembled.
Before removing the SIM, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the bottom door (see
Remove the SIM:
1.Press in on the SIM (1). (The module is partially ejected from the SIM slot.)
2.Remove the SIM (2) from the SIM slot.
Reverse this procedure to install the SIM.
Battery on page 55).
Bottom door on page 58).
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Optical drive
NOTE:All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel, bracket, and screws.
DescriptionSpare part number
For use in 4540s models
DVD-ROM drive700845-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive683500-001
Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive683499-001
For use in 4440s/4441s models
DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive691111-001
Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive691110-001
Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the bottom door (see
Battery on page 55).
Bottom door on page 58).
Remove the optical drive:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.Remove the Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer.
3.Push the optical drive tab (2) to release the optical drive from the computer.
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4.Remove the optical drive (3) from the computer.
Reverse this procedure to install an optical drive.
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Hard drive
NOTE:All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket and screws.
DescriptionSpare part number
750-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive633252-001
750-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive634250-001
640-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive669300-001
500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive634925-001
500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive (locked)718475-001
500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive (4540s models only)683802-001
500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive (4440s/4441s models only)669299-001
320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive641672-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive (4540s models)645193-001
320-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive (4440s/4441s models only)622643-001
128-GB solid-state drive684253-001
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket and screws)683488-001
Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the bottom door (see
Battery on page 55).
Bottom door on page 58).
NOTE:Instructions for removing the hard drive are imprinted on the service door.
Remove the hard drive:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the hard drive to the computer.
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3.Pull the Mylar tab on the hard drive (2) toward the side of the computer to disengage the hard
drive from the connector, and then lift the hard drive out of the hard drive bay.
NOTE:Model 4540s shown.
4.If it is necessary to replace the hard drive cover, lift the Mylar tab to unlock it.
5.Remove the four Phillips PM3.0×3.0 hard drive cover screws (1) that secure the cover to the
hard drive.
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6.Lift the top of the Mylar cover (2) from the drive, and then remove the cover from the hard drive
(3).
Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.
Memory modules
NOTE:Primary and expansion memory is installed in a stacked configuration in the bottom of the
computer.
DescriptionSpare part number
2-GB (PC3-12800, 1600-MHz, DDR3)652972-001
4-GB (PC3-12800, 1600-MHz, DDR3)641369-001
Update BIOS before adding memory modules
Before adding new memory, make sure you update the computer to the latest BIOS.
CAUTION:Failure to update the computer to the latest BIOS prior to installing new memory may
result in various system problems.
To update BIOS:
1.Navigate to
www.hp.com.
2.Click Support & Drivers > click Drivers & Software.
3.In the Enter a product name/number box, type the computer model information, and then click
Search.
4.Click the link for the computer model.
5.Select the operating system, and then click Next.
6.Under Step 2: Select a Download, click the BIOS link.
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7.Click the link for the most recent BIOS.
8.Click the Download button, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Before removing the memory module, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the bottom door (see
Battery on page 55).
Bottom door on page 58).
Remove the memory module:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.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.)
3.Remove the memory module (2) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
NOTE:Memory modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion into the
memory module slot.
NOTE:The computer uses two memory sockets. The top socket houses the expansion
memory module and the bottom socket houses the primary memory module. The removal
procedure is the same for both memory sockets.
Reverse this procedure to install a memory module.
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WWAN module
CAUTION:The WWAN module and the WLAN module are not interchangeable.
DescriptionSpare part number
Ericsson F5321 HSPA+ with GPS668969-001
Sierra MC8355 HSPA/CDMA with GPS634400-001
HP un2430 EV-DO/HSPA Mini Card702080-001
HP hs2350 hspa+ Mobile Broadband Module710788-001
Before removing the WWAN module, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the bottom door (see
Battery on page 55).
Bottom door on page 58).
Remove the WWAN module:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.Disconnect the WWAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WWAN module.
NOTE:The red WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Main” terminal. The
blue WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Aux” terminal.
3.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the WWAN module to the computer.
(The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
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4.Remove the WWAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
NOTE:WWAN modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion.
Figure 4-1 Removing the WWAN module
NOTE:If the WWAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WWAN module, the
protective sleeves must be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following
illustration.
Reverse this procedure to install the WWAN module.
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WLAN/Bluetooth combo card
The computer uses a card that provides both WLAN and Bluetooth functionality.
CAUTION:The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable.
DescriptionSpare part number
Atheros 9485GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and 3012 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter655795-001
Broadcom 4313GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and 20702 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter657325-001
Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the bottom door (see
Battery on page 55).
Bottom door on page 58).
Remove the WLAN module:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WLAN module.
NOTE:The WLAN antenna cable labeled “1” connects to the WLAN module “Main” terminal
labeled “1”. The WLAN antenna cable labeled “2” connects to the WLAN module “Aux” terminal
labeled “2”. If the computer is equipped with an 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module, the yellow WLAN
antenna cable connects to the middle terminal on the WLAN module.
3.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the WLAN module to the computer.
(The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
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4.Remove the WLAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
NOTE:WLAN modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion.
NOTE:If the WLAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WLAN module, the
protective sleeves must be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following
illustration.
Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
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Keyboard
NOTE:For a detailed list of available keyboards, see Sequential part number listing on page 41.
DescriptionSpare part number
Keyboard for use in 4540s models without Windows 8683491-xxx
Keyboard for use in 4540s models with Windows 8702237-xxx
Keyboard for use in 4440s/4441s models without Windows 8683657-xxx
Keyboard for use in 4440s/4441s models with Windows 8702238-xxx
Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet,
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
5.Remove the bottom door (see
Battery on page 55).
Bottom door on page 58).
Remove the keyboard:
1.Position the computer upside-down with the front toward you.
2.For model 4540s, remove the three Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws that secure the keyboard to the
computer.
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3.For model 4440s/4441s, remove the two Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws that secure the keyboard to
the computer.
4.Position the computer right-side up with the front toward you.
5.Open the computer as far as possible.
6.Slide the keyboard downward toward the palm rest (1).
7.Lift the top of the keyboard at an angle (2), and then pull the keyboard up to remove it from the
palm rest(3).
NOTE:Only pull the keyboard up enough to release it from the computer and flip it over onto
the palm rest. Under the keyboard, the cable is connected to the system board.
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8.Rotate the keyboard until it rests on the palm rest (1), and then disconnect the keyboard cable
by lifting the keyboard connector latch (2), and then disconnecting the keyboard cable from the
system board (3).
9.Remove the keyboard.
Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard.
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Heat shield
DescriptionSpare part number
Heat shield for use in 4540s models687696-001
Heat shield for use in 4440s/4441s models683497-001
Before removing the heat shield, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet,
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 55).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Bottom door (see
b.Keyboard (see
Bottom door on page 58).
Keyboard on page 70)
Remove the heat shield:
1.Position the computer upside-down with the front toward you.
2.If disassembling model 4440s/4441s, skip to step 7.
3.For model 4540s, remove the three Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws (1) that secure the heat shield to
the computer.
4.Slide the shield toward the inside of the computer (2).
5.Rotate the top of the shield upward (3).
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6.Remove the heat shield from the computer (4).
7.For model 4440s/4441s, remove the three Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the heat
shield to the computer.
8.Rotate the top of the shield upward (2).
9.Lift the heat shield from the computer (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the heat shield.
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Fan
DescriptionSpare part number
Fan for use in 4540s models683484-001
Fan for use in 4440s/4441s models683651-001
Before removing the fan, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 55).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Bottom door (see
b.Keyboard (see
c.Heat shield (see
Bottom door on page 58).
Keyboard on page 70)
Heat shield on page 73)
Remove the fan:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.Disconnect the fan cable (1) from the system board.
3.Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (2) that secure the fan to the system board.
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4.Remove the fan from the system board (3).
Reverse this procedure to install the fan.
NOTE:To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm (3-in) clearance on the left side 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.
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Heat sink
All heat sink spare part kits include replacement thermal material.
DescriptionSpare part number
For use in 4540s models:
Heat sink for use in models with UMA graphics and a removable processor683489-001
Heat sink for use in models with discrete graphics and a removable processor683490-001
Heat sink for use in models with UMA graphics and the processor soldered to the system board712920-001
Heat sink for use in models with discrete graphics and the processor soldered to the system
board
For use in 4440s/4441s models:
Heat sink for use in models with discrete graphics and a removable processor683655-001
Heat sink for use in models with UMA graphics and a removable processor683656-001
Heat sink for use in models with discrete graphics and the processor soldered to the system
board
Heat sink for use in models with UMA graphics and the processor soldered to the system board713377-001
712919-001
713376-001
Before removing the heat sink, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 55).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Bottom door (see
b.Keyboard (see
c.Heat shield (see
d.Fan (see
Fan on page 75)
Bottom door on page 58).
Keyboard on page 70)
Heat shield on page 73)
Remove the heat sink:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.To remove the discrete heat sink, in the order indicated, loosen the six captive Phillips screws
(1) that secure the heat sink to the system board.
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3.Lift the left side of the heat sink up at an angle (2), and then pull it away from the side of the
computer to remove it (3).
4.To remove the UMA heat sink, in the order indicated, loosen the four captive Phillips screws (1)
that secure the heat sink to the system board.
5.Lift the left side of the heat sink up at an angle (2), and then pull it away from the side of the
computer to remove it (3).
NOTE:For discrete models, thoroughly clean thermal material from the surfaces of the system
board components (1)(3) and the heat sink (2)(4) each time you remove the heat sink. All heat sink
and processor spare part kits include thermal material.
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NOTE:For UMA models, thoroughly clean thermal material from the surface of the system board
(1) and heat sink (2) each time you remove the heat sink. All heat sink and processor spare part kits
include thermal material.
Reverse this procedure to install the heat sink.
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Processor
NOTE:All processor spare part kits include replacement thermal material.
DescriptionSpare part number
Intel Core i7 processor, Quad Core:
3632QM, 2.2-GHz processor with 6-MB L3 cache701658-001
3612QM, 2.1-GHz processor with 6-MB L3 cache680647-001
Intel Core i5 processors, Dual Core:
3380M, 2.9-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache708762-001
3360M, 2.8-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache681953-001
3340M, 2.7-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache708761-001
3320M, 2.6-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache681952-001
3230M, 2.6-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache711903-001
3210M, 2.5-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache680645-001
2450M, 2.5-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache676359-001
Intel Core i3 processors, Dual Core:
3130M, 2.6-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache713163-001
3120M, 2.5-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache700627-001
3110M, 2.3-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache682417-001
2370M, 2.4-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache677152-001
2350M, 2.3-GHz processor with 3-MB L3 cache653340-001
Intel Pentium processor, Dual Core:
2020M, 2.4-GHz, with 2-MB L3 cache700628-001
B980, 2.4-GHz, with 2-MB L3 cache692428-001
B970, 2.3-GHz, with 2-MB L3 cache676785-001
Intel Celeron processor:
1000M, 1.8-GHz, with 2-MB L3 cache713162-001
B840, 1.9-GHz, with 2-MB L3 cache664663-001
Before removing the processor, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
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4.Remove the battery (see Battery on page 55).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Bottom door (see
b.Keyboard (see
c.Heat shield (see
d.Fan (see
e.Heat sink (see
Remove the processor:
1.Position the computer upside-down.
2.Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to turn the processor locking screw (1) one-half turn
counterclockwise until you hear a click.
3.Lift the processor (2) straight up and remove it.
NOTE:The gold triangle (3) on the processor must be aligned with the triangle embossed on
the processor slot when you install the processor.
Fan on page 75)
Bottom door on page 58).
Keyboard on page 70)
Heat shield on page 73)
Heat sink on page 77)
Reverse this procedure to install the processor.
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Top cover
NOTE:All top covers include the touchpad assembly.
DescriptionSpare part number
Top cover for use in model 4540s:
With a fingerprint reader683506-001
Without a fingerprint reader683507-001
For use in model 4440s/4441s:
With a fingerprint reader683666-001
Without a fingerprint reader683667-001
Before removing the top cover, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet,
the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 55).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Bottom door (see
b.Memory modules (see
c.WLAN/Bluetooth module (see
d.WWAN module (see
e.Keyboard (see
f.Heat shield (see
Bottom door on page 58).
Memory modules on page 64)
WLAN/Bluetooth combo card on page 68)
WWAN module on page 66)
Keyboard on page 70)
Heat shield on page 73)
Remove the top cover:
1.Position the computer upright with the front toward you.
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2.For 4540s models, disconnect the following cables from the system board:
(1) Speaker cable
(2) Function board/Power button board cable
(3) Fingerprint reader board cable
3.For 4440s/4441 models, disconnect the following cables from the system board:
(1) Function board/Power button board cable
(2) Finger print reader board cable
4.Position the computer upside down.
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5.For 4540s models, remove the following screws that secure the top cover to the computer:
(1) 4 rubber screw covers from the corners of the computer
(2) 11 Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screws
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6.For 4440s/4441s models, remove the following screws that secure the top cover to the
computer:
(1) 4 rubber screw covers from the corners of the computer
(2) 9 Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screws
(3) 1 Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screw from the hard drive bay
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7.For 4540s models, remove the following screws that secure the top cover to the computer:
(1) 2 Phillips PM2.0×2.5 screws from the optical drive bay
(2) 3 Phillips PM2.0×2.0 broadhead screws from the battery bay
8.For 4440s/4441s models, remove the following screws that secure the top cover to the
computer:
(1) 3 Phillips PM2.0×2.5 screws from the optical drive bay
(2) 2 Phillips PM2.0×2.0 screws from the battery bay
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9.Position the computer upright.
10. For 4540s models, remove the two 2 Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screws screws that secure the top cover
to the computer.
11. For 4440s/4441s models, remove the three 2 Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screws screws that secure the
top cover to the computer.
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12. Turn the computer upright and open it as far as possible.
13. Pry the top of the top cover loose from the computer (1).
14. Lift the top cover up slightly (2), enough not to inadvertently disconnect the touch pad cable from
the system board.
15. Lift the top cover upward enough to access the audio board cable (1), and the disconnect the
cable from the system board (2).
16. Remove the top cover from the computer.
Reverse this procedure to install the top cover.
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Fingerprint reader board
NOTE:Fingerprint assembly spare part kits include cable, bracket, and screws.
DescriptionSpare part number
Fingerprint reader board for use in 4540s models683485-001
Fingerprint reader board for use in 4440s/4441s models683652-001
Before removing the fingerprint reader board, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 55).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Bottom door (see
b.Keyboard (see
c.Top cover (see
Bottom door on page 58).
Keyboard on page 70)
Top cover on page 82)
Remove the fingerprint reader board:
1.Position the top cover upside-down with the front toward you.
2.Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw (1) that secures the fingerprint reader board bracket to
the top cover.
3.Slide the bracket toward the bottom of the top cover (2), and then lift it off the top cover (3).
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4.Remove the reader and cable assembly from the top cover (4).
Reverse this procedure to install the fingerprint reader board.
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Speaker assembly
NOTE:In 4540s models, the speakers are mounted to the bottom of the top cover.
NOTE:In 4440s/4441s models, the speakers are mounted to the base enclosure.
DescriptionSpare part number
Speaker assembly for use in 4540s models683505-001
Speaker assembly for use in 4440s/4441s models683665-001
Before removing the speaker assembly, follow these steps:
1.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.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.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.
4.Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 55).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Bottom door (see
b.Keyboard (see
c.Top cover (see
Bottom door on page 58).
Keyboard on page 70)
Top cover on page 82)
Remove the speaker assembly:
1.If disassembling model 4440s/4441s, skip to step 7.
2.Position the top cover upside-down with the front toward you.
3.For model 4540s, disconnect the speaker cable from the system board (1) and remove the
cables from under the power button board cable and from the clips.
4.Remove the cables from under the power button board cable and from the clips.
5.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×7.0 screws (2) that secure the speakers to the computer.
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6.Lift the opposite end of each speaker away from the tab and up at an angle, and then pull the
speaker away from tab and up and off the top cover (3).
7.For model 4440s/4441s, position the computer upright and open as far as possible.
8.Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board (1).
9.Remove the two broadhead PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the speakers to the computer,
and the remove the speakers from the computer (3).
Reverse these procedures to install the speaker assembly.
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