AMD is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices,
Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its
proprietor and used by HP Inc. under license.
NVIDIA and Quadro are trademarks and/or
registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in
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Linux is a registered trademark of Red Hat, Inc.
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Product notice
This guide describes features that are common
to most models. Some features may not be
available on your computer.
This computer may require upgraded and/ or
separately purchased hardware and/or a DVD
drive to install the Windows 7 software and take
full advantage of Windows 7 functionality. See
http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/
windows7/get-know-windows-7 for details.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise
using any software product preinstalled on this
computer, you agree to be bound by the terms
of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If
you do not accept these license terms, your sole
remedy is to return the entire unused product
(hardware and software) within 14 days for a full
refund subject to the refund policy of your seller.
For any further information or to request a full
refund of the price of the computer, please
contact your seller.
First Edition: June 2018
Document Part Number: L21782-001
Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts
CAUTION: Your computer includes Customer Self-Repair parts and parts that should only be accessed by an
authorized service provider. See Chapter 5, "Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair
parts," for details. Accessing parts described in Chapter 6, "Removal and replacement procedures for authorized
service provider parts," can damage the computer or void your warranty.
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iv Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts
Safety warning notice
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the
device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, at 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 airow. 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 device and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface
temperature limits dened by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC
60950-1).
Right ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Left .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Keyboard area ........................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Speakers and ngerprint reader ..................................................................................................................... 10
Special keys ........................................................................................................................................................ 11
3 Illustrated parts catalog ........................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Computer major components .............................................................................................................................................. 16
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................................... 21
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements ................................................................................................ 22
Service considerations .......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Plastic parts ........................................................................................................................................................ 22
Cables and connectors ..................................................................................................................................... 22
5 Removal and replacement procedures for authorized service provider parts ............................................................................ 26
Solid State drive ................................................................................................................................................. 29
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System board ..................................................................................................................................................... 31
Audio jack board ................................................................................................................................................ 35
Power module .................................................................................................................................................... 36
General troubleshooting steps ............................................................................................................................................ 45
Identify the issue ............................................................................................................................................... 46
1. Understand the issue ............................................................................................................... 46
Boot up sequence .................................................................................................... 46
2. Examine the environment ....................................................................................................... 48
3. Perform a visual inspection of hardware .............................................................................. 49
4. Update BIOS and drivers .......................................................................................................... 49
Manually updating BIOS and drivers ..................................................................... 49
Remotely deploying BIOS and drivers .................................................................. 49
Analyze the issue ............................................................................................................................................... 49
5. Remove or uninstall recently added hardware, software ................................................. 49
6. HP Hardware Diagnostics and Tools ..................................................................................... 50
HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...................................................................... 50
HP Support Assistant (HPSA) ................................................................................. 52
HP BIOS Conguration Utility (BCU) ....................................................................... 53
HP Image Diagnostic Tool ....................................................................................... 53
HP Thermal Monitor ................................................................................................. 53
Non HP diagnostics tools ........................................................................................ 53
7. Status lights, blinking light codes, troubleshooting lights, and POST error
POST error messages .............................................................................................. 55
Power Good (Troubleshooting) lights ................................................................... 56
Resolve the issue ............................................................................................................................................... 57
8. Hard reset .................................................................................................................................. 57
At startup ............................................................................................................................................................ 61
During operation ................................................................................................................................................ 62
Consulting with HP Service .............................................................................................................................. 62
Common issues and possible solutions ............................................................................................................................. 63
POST .................................................................................................................................................................... 69
No video (with power) .................................................................................................................. 69
USB .................................................................................................................................................. 92
Stuck power button .................................................................................................................... 103
Additional information ........................................................................................................................................................ 104
7 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start ............................................................................................................................ 119
Using Computer Setup ........................................................................................................................................................ 119
Using a USB keyboard or USB mouse to start Computer Setup (BIOS) ............................. 119
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ............................................................................................. 119
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ........................................................................................... 120
Updating the BIOS ........................................................................................................................................... 120
Determining the BIOS version .................................................................................................. 120
Downloading a BIOS update ..................................................................................................... 121
Changing the boot order using the f9 prompt ........................................................................................... 122
Using HP Sure Start (select products only) ..................................................................................................................... 122
8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering .............................................................................................................................................. 123
Creating recovery media and backups ............................................................................................................................. 123
Using HP Recovery media (select products only) ...................................................................................... 123
Using Windows tools ...................................................................................................................................... 124
Using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool (select products only) ..................................................... 125
Restore and recovery .......................................................................................................................................................... 125
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ..................................................................................................... 125
What you need to know before you get started ................................................................... 125
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ....................................................... 126
Using HP Recovery media to recover ...................................................................................... 127
Changing the computer boot order ......................................................................................... 127
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ............................................... 127
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9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics ................................................................................................................................................... 128
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products only) ......................................................................... 128
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows ............................................................................... 128
Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows version .......................... 128
Downloading HP Hardware Diagnostics Windows by product name or number
Installing HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows ...................................................................................... 129
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ......................................................................................................................... 129
Starting HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ................................................................................................ 129
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB ash drive .................................................... 130
Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version ................................... 130
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by product name or number (select
xx cm (xx-in) display specications .................................................................................................................................. 133
Hard drive specications ..................................................................................................................................................... 133
11 Power cord set requirements .......................................................................................................................................................... 135
Requirements for all countries .......................................................................................................................................... 135
Requirements for specic countries and regions ........................................................................................................... 136
12 Statement of memory volatility ...................................................................................................................................................... 138
Questions and answers ...................................................................................................................................................... 142
Using HP Sure Start (select models only) ........................................................................................................................ 143
Index ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 145
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1Product description
CategoryDescription
Product NameHP EliteBook x360 1030 G3 Notebook PC
Processors8th generation Intel® Core® processors:
●i5-8250U, 8 GB and 16 GB with fan/heatsink
●i5-8350U, 8 GB and 16 GB with fan/heatsink
●i7-8550U, 8 GB and 16 GB with fan/heatsink
●i7-8600U, 8 GB and 16 GB with fan/heatsink
ChipsetIntel Premium Chipset
Integrated with processor
GraphicsIntel UMA Graphics with shared video memory
●Windows 10 Professional 64 StF MSNA Plus (For use with i7 processor and more
than 4 GB RAM only)
Restore media–DR-DVD:
●Windows 10 (available with any Windows 10 operating system)
●Windows 10 DRUSB (for service only)
Certied:
●Microsoft WHQL: Windows 10 64
Web-only support:
●Windows 10 Enterprise 64
●Windows 10 Enterprise 64 LTSB 1709
ServiceabilityEnd user replaceable parts:
●AC adapter
3
2External component identication
Right
ComponentDescription
(1)Volume button Controls speaker volume on the computer.
(2)Battery lightWhen AC power is connected:
●White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.
●Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.
●O: The battery is not charging.
When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):
●Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level.
When the battery has reached a critical battery level, the
battery light begins blinking rapidly.
●O: The battery is not charging.
(3)USB Type-C power connector and Thunderbolt
ports with HP Sleep and Charge (2)
(4)Security cable slotAttaches an optional security cable to the computer.
Connect an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,
supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the
computer battery.
– and –
Connect and charge most USB devices that have a Type-C
connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or
smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
– and –
Connect a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,
providing DisplayPort output.
NOTE: Your computer may also support a Thunderbolt docking
station.
NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be
required.
4Chapter 2 External component identication
Left
ComponentDescription
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it
may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
(5)HDMI portConnects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
ComponentDescription
(1)USB SuperSpeed port with HP Sleep and ChargeConnects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and
even when the computer is o, charges most products such as a
cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch.
(2)Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
(3)Power button●When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an
optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional
standalone microphones.
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.
To access this guide:
▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and
then select HP Documentation.
‒ or –
▲ Select the Start button, select HP, and then select HP
Documentation.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
computer.
●When the computer is on, press the button briey to initiate
Sleep.
●When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button
briey to exit Sleep.
●When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button
briey to exit Hibernation.
Left5
Display
ComponentDescription
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button results
in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown
procedures are ineective, press and hold the power button for at
least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power options.
▲ Right-click the Power meter icon and then select
Power Options.
(4)Power light ●On: The computer is on.
●Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving
state. The computer shuts o power to the display and
other unneeded components.
●O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
(1)WWAN antennas* (select products only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
(2)WLAN antennas*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
(3)Camera light(s)On: One or more cameras are in use.
6Chapter 2 External component identication
area networks (WWANs).
area networks (WLANs).
ComponentDescription
(4)Internal microphonesRecord sound.
(5)Camera(s)Allow(s) you to video chat, record video, and record still images. Some
cameras also allow a facial recognition logon to Windows, instead of a
password logon.
NOTE: Camera functions vary depending on the camera hardware
and software installed on your product.
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the
antennas free from obstructions.
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
To access this guide:
▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.
‒ or –
▲ Select the Start button, select HP, and then select HP Documentation.
Display7
Keyboard area
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)TouchPad zoneReads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate items
(2)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
on the screen.
(3)Near Field Communications (NFC) tapping area
and antenna* (select products only)
(4)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
*The antenna is not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the area immediately around the antenna
free from obstructions.
For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.
To access this guide:
▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.
‒ or –
▲ Select the Start button, select HP, and then select HP Documentation.
Allows you to wirelessly share information when you tap it with
an NFC-enabled device.
8Chapter 2 External component identication
Lights
ComponentDescription
(1)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital
letters.
(2)Mute light●On: Computer sound is o.
●O: Computer sound is on.
(3)Microphone mute light●On: Microphone is o.
●O: Microphone is on.
(4)Num lk lightOn: Num lock is on.
(5)Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area
network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all
wireless devices are o.
(6)Sharing or presenting lightOn: Sharing is on.
(7)Call answer lightOn: Call answer is on.
(8)Call end lightOn: Call end is on.
Keyboard area9
Speakers and ngerprint reader
ComponentDescription
(1)SpeakersProduce sound.
(2)Fingerprint readerAllows a ngerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
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Special keys
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with another key. Such key combinations are called
hot keys.
See Hot keys (select products only) on page 14.
(3)Windows key Opens the Start menu.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start
menu.
(4)Action keysExecute frequently used system functions.
See Action keys on page 12.
(5)Embedded numeric keypad A numeric keypad superimposed over the keyboard alphabet
keys. When fn+num lk is pressed, the keypad can be used like an
external numeric keypad. Each key on the keypad performs the
function indicated by the icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
NOTE: If the keypad function is active when the computer is
turned o, that function is reinstated when the computer is turned
back on.
(6)num lk keyTurns the embedded numeric keypad on and o.
Keyboard area11
Action keys
An action key performs the function indicated by the icon on the key. To determine which keys are on your
product, see Special keys on page 11.
▲To use an action key, press and hold the key.
IconDescription
Helps prevent side-angle viewing from onlookers. If needed, decrease or increase brightness for well-lit or
darker environments. Press the key again to turn o the privacy screen.
NOTE: To quickly turn on the highest privacy setting, press fn+p.
Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key.
Turns the keyboard backlight o or on.
NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn o this feature.
Plays the previous track of an audio CD or the previous section of a DVD or a Blu-ray Disc (BD).
Starts, pauses, or resumes playback of an audio CD, a DVD, or a BD.
Plays the next track of an audio CD or the next section of a DVD or a BD.
Stops audio or video playback of a CD, a DVD, or a BD.
Decreases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
Increases speaker volume incrementally while you hold down the key.
Mutes the microphone.
Mutes or restores speaker sound.
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IconDescription
Turns the wireless feature on or o.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up before a wireless connection is possible.
Turns the TouchPad and TouchPad light on and o.
Switches the screen image among display devices connected to the system. For example, if a monitor is
connected to the computer, repeatedly pressing the key alternates the screen image from computer display to
monitor display to simultaneous display on both the computer and the monitor.
Initiates Sleep, which saves your information in system memory. The display and other system components turn
o and power is conserved. To exit Sleep, briey press the power button.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of information loss, save your work before initiating Sleep.
Provides quick access to your Skype for Business calendar.
NOTE: This feature requires Skype® for Business or Lync® 2013 running on Microsoft Exchange or Oce 365®
servers.
Turns the screen sharing function on or o.
NOTE: This feature requires Skype for Business or Lync 2013 running on Microsoft Exchange or Oce 365
servers.
●Answers a call.
●Starts a call during a 1-on-1 chat.
●Places a call on hold.
NOTE: This feature requires Skype for Business or Lync 2013 running on Microsoft Exchange or Oce 365
servers.
●Ends a call.
●Declines incoming calls.
●Ends screen sharing.
NOTE: This feature requires Skype for Business or Lync 2013 running on Microsoft Exchange or Oce 365
servers.
NOTE: The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature by pressing and holding the
fn key and the left shift key. The fn lock light will turn on. After you have disabled the action key feature, you can
still perform each function by pressing the fn key in combination with the appropriate action key.
Keyboard area13
Hot keys (select products only)
A hot key is the combination of the fn key and another key.
To use a hot key:
▲Press the fn key, and then press one of the keys listed in the following table.
KeyDescription
ETurns on the insert function.
WPauses the operation.
Bottom
ComponentDescription
(1)VentsEnable airow to cool internal components.
(2)SpeakersProduce sound.
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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 o during routine
operation.
Labels
The labels axed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems
or travel internationally with the computer. Labels may be in paper form or imprinted on the product.
IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the computer,
inside the battery bay, under the service door, on the back of the display, or on the bottom of a tablet kickstand.
●Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support, you
may be asked for the serial number, the product number, or the model number. Locate this information
before you contact support.
Your service label will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration that most
closely matches the service label on your computer.
Component
(1)HP product name
(2)Model number
(3)Product ID
(4)Serial number
(5)Warranty period
Component
(1)HP product name
(2)Product ID
(3)Serial number
(4)Warranty period
●Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.
●Wireless certication label(s)—Provide(s) information about optional wireless devices and the approval
markings for the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use.
Labels15
3Illustrated parts catalog
Computer major components
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on
supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow
the on-screen instructions.
NOTE: Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of warranty, are
on the service tag at the bottom of your computer. See Labels on page 15 for details.
16Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
ItemComponentSpare part number
(1)Display assembly , touch screen
NOTE: Touch displays are only spared as full hinge-ups. Individual components are
not spared for touch screen displays.
LCD 13 FHD AG UWVA 400 nits touchL31868-001
LCD 13 FHD AG UWVA 700 nits touch (privacy)L31869-001
Computer major components17
ItemComponentSpare part number
LCD 13 FHD BV UWVA 400 nits touchL31870-001
LCD 13 FHD AG UWVA 700 nits touch (privacy)L31871-001
LCD 13 FHD BV UWVA 500 nits touchL31872-001
(2)Power button (spared with volume control board). Includes power button cableL31857-001
(3)Keyboard/top cover (includes keyboard cable, top cover shielding, and magnets)
For use in the United StatesL31882-001
For use in the United KingdomL31882-031
For use in GermanyL31882-041
For use in FranceL31882–051
For use in ItalyL31882–061
For use in SpainL31882–071
For use in DenmarkL31882–081
For use in NorwayL31882–091
For use in PortugalL31882–131
For use in Turkey
For use in Turkey (F)
For use in GreeceL31882–151
For use in Latin AmericaL31882–161
For use in Saudi ArabiaL31882–171
For use in BrazilL31882–201
For use in HungaryL31882–211
For use in RussiaL31882–251
For use in BulgariaL31882–261
For use in RomaniaL31882–271
For use in ThailandL31882–281
For use in JapanL31882–291
For use in BelgiumL31882–A41
For use in TaiwainL31882–AB1
For use in KoreaL31882–AD1
For use in EuropeL31882–B31
L31882–141
L31882–541
For use in Sweden/FinlandL31882–B71
For use in SlovakiaL31882–BA1
For use in HebrewL31882–BB1
For use in SwitzerlandL31882–BG1
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