Compaq Armada 3500 series Service Manual page 3

2.5 Compaq Utilities ...................................................................................................................... 2-7
2.5.1 Computer Setup ................................................................................................................. 2-7
2.5.2 Computer Checkup (TEST) ............................................................................................... 2-9
2.5.3 Running View System Information (INSPECT) ............................................................. 2-16
2.5.4 Running Compaq Diagnostics ......................................................................................... 2-16
2.5.5 Boot Sequencing .............................................................................................................. 2-16
2.5.6 Factory Default Settings .................................................................................................. 2-17
2.6 Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics ................................................................................... 2-18
2.6.1 Before Replacing Parts .................................................................................................... 2-18
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3.1 System Unit.............................................................................................................................. 3-2
3.2 Mass Storage Devices .............................................................................................................. 3-4
3.3 Cables and Power Cords .......................................................................................................... 3-5
3.4 Standard and Optional Boards ................................................................................................. 3-6
3.5 Options ..................................................................................................................................... 3-7
3.6 Miscellaneous Parts ................................................................................................................. 3-8
3.7 Documentation ....................................................................................................................... 3-10
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4.1 Tools Required......................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2 Service Considerations............................................................................................................. 4-1
4.2.1 Plastic Parts........................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.2.2 Cables and Connectors....................................................................................................... 4-2
4.3 Preventing Damage to Removable Drives ............................................................................... 4-2
4.4 Preventing Electrostatic Damage ............................................................................................. 4-3
4.4.1 Packaging and Transporting Precautions........................................................................... 4-3
4.4.2 Workstation Precautions .................................................................................................... 4-4
4.4.3 Grounding Equipment and Methods.................................................................................. 4-5
4.4.4 Electrostatic Voltage Levels and Protective Materials ...................................................... 4-6
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5.1 Serial Number ........................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.2 Disassembly Sequence.............................................................................................................. 5-2
5.3 Preparing the Computer for Disassembly ................................................................................ 5-3
5.3.1 Disconnecting the AC Power............................................................................................. 5-3
5.3.2 Removing the PCMCIA Card............................................................................................ 5-6
5.3.3 Removing the Battery Pack ............................................................................................... 5-7
5.4 Memory Board .......................................................................................................................... 5-8
5.4.1 Removing the Memory Module......................................................................................... 5-9
5.4.2 Installing the Memory Module ........................................................................................ 5-10
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