Cables And Connectors; Plastic Parts - Compaq Presario 305 Maintenance And Service Manual

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Product Description

Cables and Connectors

Most cables used throughout the unit are ribbon cables. Cables must be
handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required
to seat or unseat the cables during insertion or removal from the connector.
Handle cables by the connector whenever possible. In all cases, avoid
bending, twisting, or tearing the cables, and ensure that the cables are routed
in such a way that they cannot be caught or snagged by parts being removed
or replaced.
Use the following precautions when handling cables to avoid damage to the
cable or computer:
Always handle cables by their connectors.
Avoid bending, twisting, or pulling on the cables.
Apply minimum required force when seating or unseating the cables from
their connectors.
Place the cables in such a manner that they cannot be caught or snagged by
parts being removed or replaced.
Handle flex cables with extreme care; they can tear easily.
CAUTION: When servicing these computers, ensure that
cables are placed in their proper location during the
reassembly process. Improper cable placement can cause
severe damage to the unit.
Removing a cable from a ZIF Connector
Display panel cable location
Inverter cable location
Audio cable location
Touchpad cable location
Fan cable location
Light board cable location
Speaker cable location
Battery cable location

Plastic Parts

Plastic parts can be damaged by the use of excessive force during
disassembly and reassembly. When handling the plastic parts, use care. Apply
pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance instructions.
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