The information in this guide is subject to change without notice.
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ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS
MATERIAL.
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photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq
Computer Corporation.
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Microsoft, MS-DOS, and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Windows 98 and Windows 2000 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
The software described in this guide is furnished under a license agreement or
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Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
Maintenance and Service Guide
Compaq Presario 1700 Series Notebook Computer
First Edition (June 2000) Compaq Computer Corporation
This Maintenance and Service Guide is a troubleshooting reference that is used as a guide
when servicing the Compaq Presario 1700 Series Notebook Computers.
Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Compaq Presario 1700
Series Notebooks without notice.
Symbols
The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout this guide.
WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow the
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directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION:
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in the caution could result in damage to equipment or loss of data.
Important: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific
instructions.
Note: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting
points of information.
Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow the directions
Technician Notes
WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should repair this
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equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only
subassembly/module-level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual
boards and subassemblies, the user should not attempt to make repairs at the
component level or modifications to any printed circuit board. Improper repairs
can create a safety hazard. Any indications that component replacement or
printed circuit board modifications have been made may void any warranty.
Serial Number
When requesting information or ordering spare parts, you should provide the Notebook
serial number to Compaq. The serial number location