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Compaq Presario CQ61 Notebook PC
HP G61 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
Document Part Number: 518438-001
May 2009
This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. It provides
comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts; and performing
computer disassembly procedures.

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  • Page 1 Compaq Presario CQ61 Notebook PC HP G61 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide Document Part Number: 518438-001 May 2009 This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts; and performing...
  • Page 2 Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1 Product description 2 External component identification Top components ..............2–1 TouchPad .
  • Page 4 Contents 4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements ........... . 4–1 Tools required .
  • Page 5 Contents 6 Specifications Computer specifications..............6–1 16-inch WXGA display specifications.
  • Page 6 Contents 9 Connector pin assignments Audio-in (microphone)..............9–1 Audio-out (headphone) .

  • Page 7: Product Description

    Description Intel UMA Discrete Silver Silver Discrete Product name Compaq Presario CQ61 Notebook PC HP G61 Notebook PC Processors Intel® Core™2 Duo processors (3-MB L2 cache, 1066-MHz front side bus (FSB)) ■ P8700 2.53-GHz processor ■ P7450 2.13-GHz processor Intel Core2 Duo processors (2-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB) ■...
  • Page 8 Product description Presario HP G61 Presario CQ61 HP G61 Intel CQ61 Intel Intel UMA Discrete HP G61 HP G61 Category Description Intel UMA Discrete Silver Silver Discrete Chipset Intel GM45 Intel GL40 Intel PM45 Southbridge ICH9M Graphics Intel Graphics Media Accelerator...
  • Page 9 Product description Presario HP G61 Presario CQ61 HP G61 Intel CQ61 Intel Intel UMA Discrete HP G61 HP G61 Category Description Intel UMA Discrete Silver Silver Discrete Panel 16-inch HD BrightView display panel (1366 × 768) 15.6-inch HD BrightView display panel (1366 ×...
  • Page 10 Product description Presario HP G61 Presario CQ61 HP G61 Intel CQ61 Intel Intel UMA Discrete HP G61 HP G61 Category Description Intel UMA Discrete Silver Silver Discrete Webcam VGA camera, fixed angle with activity light Microphone Integrated single analog microphone...
  • Page 11 Product description Presario HP G61 Presario CQ61 HP G61 Intel CQ61 Intel Intel UMA Discrete HP G61 HP G61 Category Description Intel UMA Discrete Silver Silver Discrete Ports Audio-in (stereo microphone) Audio-out (stereo headphone) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) version 1.3 supporting...
  • Page 12 Product description Presario HP G61 Presario CQ61 HP G61 Intel CQ61 Intel Intel UMA Discrete HP G61 HP G61 Category Description Intel UMA Discrete Silver Silver Discrete Serviceability End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive Mini Card components 1–6...

  • Page 13: External Component Identification

    External component identification Top components TouchPad Item Component Function TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. ■ White: TouchPad is enabled. TouchPad light ■...

  • Page 14: Lights

    External component identification Lights ✎ Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Item Component Description Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on. ■ On: The computer is on. Power lights (2)* ■ Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ■...

  • Page 15: Buttons

    External component identification Buttons Item Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound. ■ When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the Power button* computer. ■ When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ■...

  • Page 16: Keys

    External component identification Keys ✎ Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Item Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the key.

  • Page 17: Front Components

    External component identification Front components Item Component Description Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. Rear components Component Function...

  • Page 18: Left-Side Components

    External component identification Left-side components ✎ Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Item Component Function Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. ✎ The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.

  • Page 19: Right-Side Components

    External component identification Right-side components Item Component Function Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs. Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices. RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) Connects a modem cable.

  • Page 20: Bottom Components

    External component identification Bottom components Item Component Function Battery bay Holds the battery. Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. Vents (5) Enable airflow to cool internal components. ✎ The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.

  • Page 21: Display Components

    External component identification Display components Item Component Description Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. Webcam light (select models only) On: The webcam is in use. Webcam (select models only) Records audio and video and captures still photographs.

  • Page 22: Wireless Antennas

    External component identification Wireless antennas Your computer model has at least 2 antennas that send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These 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.

  • Page 23: Additional Hardware Components

    External component identification Additional hardware components Item Component Description Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.

  • Page 24: Illustrated Parts Catalog

    Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag. Component Description Product name This is the product name affixed to the front of your computer. Serial number (s/n) This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.

  • Page 25: Computer Major Components

    Illustrated parts catalog Computer major components 3–2 Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 26 Description Spare Part Number 16-in High Definition (HD), light-emitting diode (LED) display assembly For use in HP G61 computer models (includes webcam module and cable, 2 WLAN antenna 530981-001 transceivers and cables, microphone and cable, and logo) For use in Presario G61 computer models (includes webcam module and cable, 2 WLAN...
  • Page 27 Illustrated parts catalog Item Description Spare Part Number Power button board (includes power button board cable) 531215-001 Top cover (includes TouchPad board) 531206-001 Fan/heat sink assembly for use with UMA systems (includes replacement thermal material) 531210-001 Fan/heat sink assembly for use with discrete systems (includes replacement thermal 531220-001 material) Plastics Kit (see...
  • Page 28 Illustrated parts catalog Item Description Spare Part Number Intel Celeron processors (1-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) ■ 900 2.20-GHz processor 534419-001 ■ 585 2.16-GHz processor 519898-001 ■ T1700 1.83-GHz processor 534084-001 ■ T1600 1.66-GHz processor 532324-001 (13) Power connector cable 533465-001 (14) USB board (does not include USB board cable)
  • Page 29 Illustrated parts catalog Item Description Spare Part Number ■ For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, 482260-002 Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El...
  • Page 30 Illustrated parts catalog Item Description Spare Part Number ■ For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, 518436-002 Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador,...
  • Page 31 Illustrated parts catalog Item Description Spare Part Number Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module: ■ For use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and 459263-001 the United States ■ For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, 459263-002 Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia,...
  • Page 32 Illustrated parts catalog Item Description Spare Part Number ■ Intel Wi-Fi 5100 802.11 a/b/g ■ For use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, 480985-001 Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,...

  • Page 33: Display Assembly Components

    Illustrated parts catalog Display assembly components 3–10 Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 34 Item Description Spare Part Number Display bezel For use only with 16-in HP G61 display (includes microphone and webcam) 530478-001 For use only with 15.6-in HP G61 display (includes microphone and webcam) 530992-001 For use only with 15.6-in HP G61 display (includes microphone)

  • Page 35: Plastics Kit

    Illustrated parts catalog Plastics Kit Item Description Spare part number Plastics Kit: 513517-001 Hard drive cover (includes 4 captive screws, secured by C-clips) Wireless module compartment cover (includes 1 captive screw, secured by a C-clip) Mass storage devices Item Description Spare part number Hard drive (includes connector and bracket) 500-GB, 5400-rpm...

  • Page 36: Miscellaneous Parts

    56K V.92 data/fax modem for use in the United Sates (select models only) 510100-001 56K V.92 data/fax modem for use in Australia (select models only) 510100-011 Power cord (for use with both HP G61 and Presario CQ 61 computer models) For use in Argentina 490371-D01 For use in Australia...

  • Page 37: Sequential Part Number Listing

    Sequential part number listing Spare part number Description number 371693-001 Wired headset 418162-001 HP carrying case 430958-001 Wireless laser mouse (includes wireless receiver) 449729-001 RTC battery 459263-001 Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S.
  • Page 38 490371-021 Power cord for use in Europe with both HP G61 and Presario CQ 61 computer models 490371-031 Power cord for use in the United Kingdom and Singapore with both HP G61 and Presario CQ 61 computer models (Continued) Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 39 490371-291 Power cord for use in Japan with both HP G61 and Presario CQ 61 computer models 490371-AA1 Power cord for use in the People’s Republic of China with both HP G61 and Presario CQ 61 computer models 490371-AB1 Power cord for use in Taiwan with both HP G61 and Presario CQ 61 computer models...
  • Page 40 Illustrated parts catalog Spare part number Description number 517850-001 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 517852-001 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive 517865-001 Keyboard for use in the United States (includes keyboard cable) 517865-031 Keyboard for use in the United Kingdom (includes keyboard cable) 517865-041 Keyboard for use in Germany (includes keyboard cable) 517865-051...
  • Page 41 Illustrated parts catalog Spare part number Description number 518436-002 Atheros 802.11 b/g/n WLAN module for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, the Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican...
  • Page 42 Power connector cable 534077-001 Display Cable Kit 534078-001 Display bezel for use only with 16-in HP G61 computer models (includes microphone and webcam) 534084-001 Celeron T1700 1.83-GHz processor (1-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 534419-001 Celeron 900 2.20-GHz processor (1-MB L2 cache, 667-MHz FSB) 534992-001 Display bezel for use only with 15.6-in HP G61 computer models (includes microphone)
  • Page 43 Illustrated parts catalog Spare part number Description number 534993-001 Display bezel for use with 15.6-in Presario CQ-61 computer models (includes microphone and webcam) 534994-001 Display bezel for use with 16-in Presario CQ-61 computer models (includes microphone and webcam) 534995-001 Display bezel for use only with 15.6-in Presario CQ-61 computer models (includes microphone) 537850-001 Power connector cable 537851-001...

  • Page 44: Removal And Replacement Procedures

    Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ■ Flat-bladed screwdriver ■ Magnetic screwdriver ■ Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.

  • Page 45: Grounding Guidelines

    Removal and replacement procedures Drive handling Ä 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.
  • Page 46 Removal and replacement procedures The following table shows how humidity affects the electrostatic voltage levels generated by different activities. Ä CAUTION: A product can be degraded by as little as 700 V. Typical electrostatic voltage levels Relative humidity Event Walking across carpet 35,000 V 15,000 V 7,500 V...
  • Page 47 Removal and replacement procedures 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.

  • Page 48: Component Replacement Procedures

    Removal and replacement procedures Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. There are as many as 62 screws, in 7 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement. Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the service tag.

  • Page 49: Computer Feet

    Removal and replacement procedures Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Rubber Kit, spare part number 531213-001. There are 6 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below. 4–6 Maintenance and Service Guide...

  • Page 50: Battery

    Removal and replacement procedures Battery Description Spare part number 6 cell, 2.20-Ah, 47-Wh battery 513775-001 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.

  • Page 51: Optical Drive

    Removal and replacement procedures Optical drive ✎ The optical drive spare part kit includes an optical drive bezel and optical drive bracket. Description Spare part number DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 517850-001 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive 517852-001 Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 52 Removal and replacement procedures 5. If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, position the optical drive with the rear toward you. 6. Remove the 2 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws 1 that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive. 7.

  • Page 53: Hard Drive

    Removal and replacement procedures Hard drive ✎ The hard drive spare part kit includes a hard drive bracket and hard drive connector. The hard drive bracket and hard drive connector, as well as the hard drive bracket screws, are also available in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit. Description Spare part number 500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive...
  • Page 54 Removal and replacement procedures 3. Remove the 2 Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws 1 that secure the hard drive to the computer. 4. Grasp the Mylar tabs 2 on the hard drive, and then slide the hard drive to the left to disconnect it from the system board 3.

  • Page 55: Rtc Battery

    Removal and replacement procedures RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery 449729-001 Before removing the battery, 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.

  • Page 56: Memory Module

    Removal and replacement procedures Memory module Description Spare part number Memory module, 1-GB, PC2-6400 517843-001 Memory module, 2-GB, PC2-6400 517844-001 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.

  • Page 57: Wireless Module

    Removal and replacement procedures Wireless module Description Spare part number Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g WLAN module 459339-003 Atheros AR2425 802.11b/g WLAN module 459339-004 Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module 459263-001 Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module 459263-002 Atheros AR9280 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module 482260-001 Atheros AR9280 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module 482260-002 Intel Wi-F- 5100 802.11 a/b/g WLAN module...
  • Page 58 Removal and replacement procedures Remove the wireless module: Ä 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.

  • Page 59: Modem

    Removal and replacement procedures Modem Description Spare part number Modem 56K V.92 data/fax modem (select models only, for use in the United Sates) 510100-001 Modem 56K V.92 data/fax modem (select models only, for use in Australia) 510100-011 Before removing the modem, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 60: Keyboard

    Removal and replacement procedures Keyboard Description Spare part number Keyboard for use in Belgium 517865-A41 Keyboard for use in Brazil 517865-201 Keyboard for use in Canada 517865-121 Keyboard for use in the Czech Republic 517865-221 Keyboard for use in France 517865-051 Keyboard for use in Germany 517865-041...
  • Page 61 Removal and replacement procedures Remove the keyboard: 1. Turn the computer upside down, with the front toward you. 2. Remove the 5 Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer. 3. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. 4.
  • Page 62 Removal and replacement procedures 7. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector 1 to which the keyboard cable is attached, and then disconnect the keyboard cable 2 from the system board. 8. Remove the keyboard. Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard. Maintenance and Service Guide 4–19...

  • Page 63: Switch Cover

    Removal and replacement procedures Switch cover Description Spare part number Switch cover 531207-001 Before removing the switch cover, 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.
  • Page 64 Removal and replacement procedures 4. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw 1 that secures the switch cover to the computer. 5. Release the ZIF connector cable 2 . 6. Slide the switch cover 3 toward the display panel until it disengages from the top cover, and then lift up to remove the switch cover.

  • Page 65: Power Button Board

    Removal and replacement procedures Power button board Description Spare part number Power button board 531215-001 Before removing the display 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.

  • Page 66: Display Assembly

    Removal and replacement procedures Display assembly Description Spare part number 16-inch High Definition, light-emitting diode display assembly for HP G61 computer models 530981-001 (includes webcam module and cable, 2 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, microphone and cable, and logo) 16-inch High Definition, light-emitting diode display assembly for Presario G61 computer models...
  • Page 67 Removal and replacement procedures Remove the display assembly: 1. Pull the antenna cables through the opening in the top cover 1 and disengage the cables from the clip in the routing channel leading to the display hinge. 2. Disconnect the display panel cable 2 from the system board and remove it from its routing channel. 3.
  • Page 68 Removal and replacement procedures CAUTION: Support the display assembly when removing the following screws. Failure to support the display assembly can Ä result in damage to the display assembly and other computer components. 5. Remove the 4 Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws 1 securing the display hinges to the computer. 6.
  • Page 69 9. Remove the display bezel 3. The following display bezels are available: ❏ For use only with 16-inch HP G61 computer models equipped with a webcam module and microphone, spare part number 530478-001. ❏ For use only with 16-inch Presario CQ61 computer models equipped with a webcam module and microphone, spare part number 534994-001.
  • Page 70 Removal and replacement procedures 12. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the 3 Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screws 1 that secure each hinge to the display enclosure. 13. Remove the display hinges 2. The display hinges are available in the Display Hinge Kit, spare part number 530993-001.
  • Page 71 Removal and replacement procedures 16. If it is necessary to replace the display panel brackets, remove the 2 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws 1 that secure each bracket to the display panel. 17. Remove the display panel brackets 2 from the display panel. The display panel brackets for the 16-inch display are available using spare part number 530996-001, and for the 15.6-inch display using spare part number 530995-001.
  • Page 72 Removal and replacement procedures 20. If it is necessary to replace the microphone, release the microphone from its mounting clips 1. 21. Lift and remove the microphone cable 2. The microphone with cable is available using spare part number 531203-001. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly.

  • Page 73: Top Cover

    Removal and replacement procedures Top cover Description Spare part number Top cover (includes TouchPad, and button board) 531206-001 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 the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
  • Page 74 Removal and replacement procedures 3. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front facing you. 4. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw that secures the top cover to the computer. 5. Lift the rear edge of the top cover 1 until the top cover disengages from the base enclosure. 6.

  • Page 75: Audio Board

    Removal and replacement procedures Audio board Description Spare Part Number Audio board (includes audio board cable) 531208-001 Before removing the audio 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.

  • Page 76: Speakers

    Removal and replacement procedures Speakers Description Spare Part Number Speakers for use in India only 572082-001 Speakers for use in all countries and regions except India 531209-001 Before removing the speakers, 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.

  • Page 77: Usb Board

    Removal and replacement procedures USB board Description Spare part number USB board 531866-001 Before removing the USB 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.

  • Page 78: Bluetooth Module

    Removal and replacement procedures Bluetooth module Description Spare Part Number Bluetooth module 483113-001 Bluetooth module cable Before removing the Bluetooth 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.

  • Page 79: System Board

    Removal and replacement procedures System board ✎ The system board spare part kit includes UMA or discrete graphics subsystem memory, built-in modem, and replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number GM45 UMA system board (built-in modem, Digital Media Slot, and replacement thermal material) 517832-001 GM45 UMA system board (built-in modem, Digital Media Slot, HDMI port, and replacement thermal 517839-001...
  • Page 80 Removal and replacement procedures Remove the system board: 1. Disconnect the USB board cable 1 from its mounting clip in the base enclosure. 2. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable 2 from the system board. 3. Disconnect the RJ-11 cable 3 from the system board. 4.

  • Page 81: Fan/Heat Sink Assembly

    Removal and replacement procedures Fan/heat sink assembly Description Spare part number Fan/heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal material) for use only with computer models 531210-001 with UMA graphics subsystem memory Fan/heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal material) for use only with computer models 531220-001 with discrete graphics subsystem memory Before removing the fan/heat sink assembly, follow these steps:...
  • Page 82 Removal and replacement procedures Remove the fan/heat sink assembly: ✎ Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the fan/heat sink assembly and system board components, you may need to move the fan/heat sink assembly from side to side to detach the assembly. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the processor, loosen the fan/heat sink assembly screws in the sequence indicated on the heat Ä...
  • Page 83 Removal and replacement procedures ✎ Steps 5 through 8 apply only to computer models equipped with graphics subsystems having discrete memory. 5. Turn the system board right-side up, with the front toward you. 6. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board 1. 7.
  • Page 84 Removal and replacement procedures The following illustration shows the replacement thermal material locations for computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with discrete memory. ✎ The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the fan/heat sink assembly and the system board components each time the fan/heat sink assembly is removed.

  • Page 85: Processor

    Removal and replacement procedures Processor ✎ The processor spare part kit includes replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number Intel Core2 Duo P8700 2.53-GHz processor (3-MB L2 cache) 507960-001 Intel Core2 Duo P7450 2.13-GHz processor (3-MB L2 cache) 507965-001 Intel Core2 Duo T6600 2.20-GHz processor (3-MB L2 cache) 513593-001 Intel Core2 Duo T6400 2.06-GHz processor (3-MB L2 cache) 513592-001...
  • Page 86 Removal and replacement procedures Remove the processor: 1. Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to turn the processor locking screw 1 one-half turn counterclockwise until you hear a click. 2. Lift the processor 2 straight up and remove it. ✎ When you install the processor, the gold triangle on the processor 3 must be aligned with the triangle embossed on the processor slot 4.

  • Page 87: Power Connector Cable

    Removal and replacement procedures Power connector cable Description Spare Part Number Power connector cable 537850-001 Before removing the power connector cable, 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.

  • Page 88: Rj-1 1 Connector

    Removal and replacement procedures RJ-1 1 connector Before removing the RJ-11 connector, 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.
  • Page 89 Removal and replacement procedures Remove the RJ-11 connector 1. Remove the 2 screws 1 that secure the modem to the base enclosure. 2. Lift the modem 2 up, and then disconnect the RJ-11 connector cable 3. 3. Remove the cable from the clips 1, and then lift the connector straight up 2 and out of the computer. Reverse this procedure to install the RJ-11 connector.

  • Page 90: Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Starting Setup Utility The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your Windows® operating system is not working. ✎ The fingerprint reader (select models only) cannot be used to access the Setup Utility. The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other preferences.

  • Page 91: Navigating And Selecting In The Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup Utility is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selection are by keystroke. ■ To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys. ■...

  • Page 92: Exiting Setup Utility

    Setup Utility Exiting Setup Utility You can exit the Setup Utility with or without saving changes. ■ To exit the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session: If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press to return to the menu display. Then use the arrow keys to select Exit >...

  • Page 93: System Configuration Menu

    Setup Utility System Configuration menu Select To do this Language Support Change the Setup Utility language. Button Sound (select models only) Enable/disable the capacitive button tapping sound. Virtualization Technology (select models Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology. only) Processor C6 State (select models only) Enable/disable the processor C6 sleep state.

  • Page 94: Specifications

    Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Width 37.8 cm 14.9 in Depth 25.2 cm 9.9 in Height (front) 3.51 cm 1.39 in Height (rear 4.12 cm 1.62 Weight Equipped with 6-cell battery and optical drive 2.75 kg 6.06 Ibs Input power Operating voltage 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W or 19.0 V dc @ 4.74 A - 90 W Operating current...

  • Page 95: 16-Inch Wxga Display Specifications

    Specifications 16-inch WXGA display specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Height 21.4 cm 8.4 in Width 36.5 cm 14.4 in Diagonal 40.6 cm 16 in Number of colors Up to 16.8 million Contrast ratio 600:1 Brightness 200 nits typical Pixel resolution Pitch 0.259 x 0.259 mm Format 1366 x 900...

  • Page 96: Hard Drive Specifications

    Specifications Hard drive specifications 500-GB* 320-GB* 250-GB* 160-GB* Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm Width 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm Weight 101 g 101 g 101 g 101 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA SATA Transfer rate...

  • Page 97: Dvd±Rw And Cd-Rw Supermulti Double-Layer Combo Drive With Lightscribe Specifications

    Specifications DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe specifications Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-R and CD-RW CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video DVD-RW, DVD-system CD), Multisession CD memory (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW),...

  • Page 98: Blu-Ray Rom With Lightscribe Dvd±R/Rw Supermulti Double-Layer Drive Specifications

    Specifications Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive specifications Applicable disc Read: Write: BD-ROM, BD-ROM-DL, BD-R, DVD-system memory (Ver.2), BD-R-DL, BD-RE, BD-RE-DL, DVD+R, DVD-R, CD-R, and DVD-ROM, DVD+R, CD-RW DVD+R-DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R-DL, DVD-RW, DVD-system memory (Ver.2), CD-DA, CD-ROM (Mode 1 and mode 2), CD-ROM XA (Mode 2, form 1 and form 2), Photo CD (Single and multiple...

  • Page 99: System Interrupt Specifications

    Specifications System interrupt specifications Hardware IRQ System function IRQ0 System timer IRQ1 Standard 101-/102-Key or Microsoft® Natural Keyboard IRQ2 Cascaded IRQ4 COM1 IRQ6 Diskette drive IRQ7* Parallel port IRQ8 System CMOS/real-time clock IRQ9* Microsoft ACPI-compliant system IRQ12 Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad IRQ13 Numeric data processor IRQ14...
  • Page 100 Specifications I/O address (hex) System function (shipping configuration) Port A 093 - 09F Unused 0A0 - 0A1 Interrupt controller no. 2 I/O Address (hex) System Function (shipping configuration) 0A2 - 0BF Unused 0C0 - 0DF DMA controller no. 2 0E0 - 0EF Unused 0F0 - 0F1 Coprocessor busy clear/reset...

  • Page 101: System Memory Map Specifications

    Specifications I/O address (hex) System function (shipping configuration) 3E8 - 3EF Internal modem 3F0 - 3F7 “A” diskette controller 3F8 - 3FF Serial port (COM1/default) CF8 - CFB PCI configuration index register (PCIDIVO-1) CFC - CFF PCI configuration data register (PCIDIVO-1) System memory map specifications Size Memory address...

  • Page 102: Screw Listing

    Screw listing This section provides specification and reference information for the screws used in the computer. All screws listed in this section are available in the Screw Kit, spare part number 531212-001. Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw Color Quantity Length Thread Head diameter Black 3.0 mm 2.0 mm...
  • Page 103 Screw listing Where used: 2 screws that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive Where used: 2 screws that secure the modem to the computer 7–2 Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 104 Screw listing Where used: 4 screws that secure the display bracket to the display panel Where used: 1 screw that secures the WLAN module to the computer Maintenance and Service Guide 7–3...

  • Page 105: Phillips Pm2.5×5.0 Screw

    Screw listing Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw Color Quantity Length Thread Head diameter Black 5.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 5 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer 7–4 Maintenance and Service Guide...

  • Page 106: Phillips Pm2.5×6.0 Screw

    Screw listing Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw Color Quantity Length Thread Head diameter Black 6.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 2 screws that secure the display panel to the display Where used: 1 screw that secures the audio board to the base enclosure Maintenance and Service Guide 7–5...
  • Page 107 Screw listing Where used: 1 screw that secures the USB board to the base enclosure Where used: 2 screws that secure the system board to the base enclosure Where used: 1 screw that secures the top cover to the computer 7–6 Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 108 Screw listing Where used: 1 screw that secures the switch cover to the computer Where used: 6 screws that secure the display hinges to the display enclosure Maintenance and Service Guide 7–7...

  • Page 109: Phillips Pm2.5×6.0 Captive Screw

    Screw listing Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw Color Quantity Length Thread Head diameter Silver 6.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 3 screws that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the base enclosure (screws are secured by C-clips) on computer models equipped with graphics subsystems having UMA memory Where used: 5 screws that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the base enclosure (screws are secured by C-clips) on computer models equipped with graphics subsystems having discrete memory 7–8...
  • Page 110 Screw listing Where used: 4 screws that secure the hard drive cover to the base enclosure Where used: 1 screw that secures the WLAN cover to the base enclosure Maintenance and Service Guide 7–9...

  • Page 111: Phillips Pm2.5×7.0 Screw

    Screw listing Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw Color Quantity Length Thread Head diameter Black 7.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 2 screws that secure the display bezel to the display Where used: 2 screws that secure the hard drive to the computer 7–10 Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 112 Screw listing Where used: 1 screw that secures the optical drive to the computer Where used: 6 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer Where used: 4 screws that secure the display hinges to the computer Maintenance and Service Guide 7–1 1...
  • Page 113 Screw listing Where used: 7 screws that secure the top cover to the computer Where used: 5 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer Where used: 6 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer 7–12 Maintenance and Service Guide...

  • Page 114: Phillips Pm2.5×8.0 Screw

    Screw listing Phillips PM2.5×8.0 screw Color Quantity Length Thread Head diameter Black 8.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 2 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer Maintenance and Service Guide 7–13...

  • Page 115: Phillips Pm3.0×4.0 Screw

    Screw listing Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw Color Quantity Length Thread Head diameter Black 4.0 mm 3.0 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 4 screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive. 7–14 Maintenance and Service Guide...

  • Page 116: Backup And Recovery

    Creating recovery discs HP recommends that you create recovery discs to be sure that you can restore your system to its original factory state if you experience serious system failure or instability. Create these discs after setting up the computer for the first time.

  • Page 117: When To Back Up

    Backup and recovery ■ Only one set of recovery discs can be created per computer. ■ Number each disc before inserting it into the optical drive. ■ If necessary, you can exit the program before you have finished creating the recovery discs. The next time you open Recovery Manager, you will be prompted to continue the disc creation process.

  • Page 118: Using System Restore Points

    Backup and recovery Using system restore points When you back up your system, you are creating a system restore point. A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point if you want to reverse subsequent changes made to your system.

  • Page 119: Performing A Recovery

    Performing a recovery ✎ You can recover only files that you have previously backed up. HP recommends that you use Recovery Manager to create an entire drive backup as soon as you set up your computer. Recovery Manager software allows you to repair or restore the system if you experience system failure or instability.

  • Page 120: Connector Pin Assignments

    Connector pin assignments Audio-in (microphone) Signal Audio signal in Audio signal in Ground Audio-out (headphone) Signal Audio out, left channel Audio out, right channel Ground Maintenance and Service Guide 9–1...

  • Page 121: External Monitor

    Connector pin assignments External monitor Signal Red analog Green analog Blue analog Not connected Ground Ground analog Ground analog Ground analog +5 VDC Ground Monitor detect DDC 2B data Horizontal sync Vertical sync DDC 2B clock 9–2 Maintenance and Service Guide...

  • Page 122: Hdmi

    Connector pin assignments HDMI Signal Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 2+ Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 2 shield Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 2- Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 1+ Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 1 shield Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 1 shield Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 0+ Transition minimized differential signal (TDMS) data 0 shield...

  • Page 123: Modem)

    Connector pin assignments RJ-1 1 (modem) Signal Unused Ring Unused Unused Unused RJ-45 (network) Signal Transmit + Transmit - Receive + Unused Unused Receive - Unused Unused 9–4 Maintenance and Service Guide...

  • Page 124: Universal Serial Bus

    Connector pin assignments Universal Serial Bus Signal +5 VDC Data - Data + Ground Maintenance and Service Guide 9–5...

  • Page 125: Power Cord Set Requirements

    Power cord set requirements The wide range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased.

  • Page 126: Requirements For Specific Countries And Regions

    Power cord set requirements Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number Australia EANSW Austria Belgium CEBC Canada Denmark DEMKO Finland FIMKO France Germany Italy Japan METI The Netherlands KEMA Norway NEMKO The People's Republic of China South Korea Sweden SEMKO...

  • Page 127: Recycling

    ✎ Materials Disposal. This HP product contains mercury in the backlight in the display assembly that might require special handling at end-of-life. Disposal of mercury may be regulated because of environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities, or see the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) Web site at http://www.eiae.org...
  • Page 128 Recycling Perform the following steps to disassemble the display assembly: 1. Remove all screw covers 1 and screws 2 that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. 2. Lift up and out on the left and right inside edges 1 and the top and bottom inside edges 2 of the display bezel until the bezel disengages from the display assembly.
  • Page 129 Recycling 5. Remove all screws 1 that secure the display panel assembly to the display enclosure. 6. Remove the display panel assembly 2 from the display enclosure. 7. Turn the display panel assembly upside down. 8. Remove all screws that secure the display panel frame to the display panel. 9.
  • Page 130 Recycling 11. Remove the screws 1 that secure the backlight cover to the display panel. 12. Lift the top edge of the backlight cover 2 and swing it outward. 13. Remove the backlight cover. 14. Turn the display panel right-side up. 15.
  • Page 131 Recycling 16. Turn the display panel upside down. 17. Remove the backlight frame from the display panel. Å WARNING: The backlight contains mercury. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this component and causing exposure to the mercury. 18.
  • Page 132 Recycling 19. Disconnect the display cable 1 from the LCD panel. 20. Remove the screws 2 that secure the LCD panel to the display rear panel. 21. Release the LCD panel 3 from the display rear panel. 22. Release the tape 4 that secures the LCD panel to the display rear panel. 23.
  • Page 133 Index bottom components 2–8 built-in device AC adapters Bluetooth device radio 2–8 product description 1–5 modem 1–4 spare part numbers 3–13 wireless button 2–3 administrator password 5–3 WLAN device radio 2–8 antenna buttons disconnecting 4–15 power 2–3 location 2–10 4–15 wireless 2–3 spare part number 3–3 audio, product description 1–4...
  • Page 134 4–39 hinge removal 4–25 electrostatic discharge 4–2 spare part number 3–11 key 2–4 HP carrying case spare part number 3–13 3–14 Ethernet, product description 1–4 external media cards, product description 1–4 external monitor port I/O address specifications 6–6 location 2–6 interrupt specifications 6–6...
  • Page 135 Index lights battery 2–2 packaging guidelines 4–3 caps lock 2–2 panel, product description 1–3 drive 2–2 pin assignments optical drive 2–7 audio-in 9–1 power 2–2 audio-out 9–1 TouchPad 2–1 HDMI 9–3 wireless 2–2 headphone 9–1 headphone jack 2–5 microphone 9–1 Main menu 5–3 microphone jack 2–5 mass storage devices, spare part number 3–12...
  • Page 136 Index operating system 1–5 exiting 5–3 optical drives 1–3 Main menu 5–3 panel 1–3 navigating and selecting 5–2 ports 1–5 restoring default settings 5–2 power requirements 1–5 System Configuration menu 5–4 processors 1–1 speaker product name 1–1 removal 4–33 serviceability 1–6 spare part number 3–4 4–33 TouchPad 2–1...
  • Page 137 Index vents 2–5 2–8 video, product description 2–9 volume keys 2–4 warranty period 3–1 webcam location 2–9 product description 1–4 removal 4–26 spare part number 3–11 webcam light 2–9 Windows application keys 2–4 Windows logo key 2–4 wired headset spare part number 3–14 wireless antenna disconnecting 4–23 spare part number 3–11...

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