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HP XT905UT Maintenance And Service Manual

HP XT905UT Maintenance And Service Manual

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  • Page 1 HP EliteBook 8540p Notebook PC HP EliteBook 8540w Mobile Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide...
  • Page 2 © Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and...
  • Page 3 Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat 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 airflow.
  • Page 4 Safety warning notice...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents 1 Product description ............................1 2 External component identification ........................ 9 Display ..............................9 Top components ..........................10 Pointing devices ......................... 10 Lights ..........................11 Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader ................13 Keys ........................... 15 Front components ..........................16 Left-side components .........................
  • Page 6 Grounding guidelines ......................42 Electrostatic discharge damage ................ 42 Packaging and transporting guidelines ..........43 Workstation guidelines ..............43 Equipment guidelines ............... 44 Component replacement procedures ....................45 Service tag ......................... 45 Computer feet ........................46 Battery ..........................47 SIM ............................ 48 Optical drive ........................
  • Page 7 Security menu ........................107 System Configuration menu .................... 108 6 Specifications .............................. 112 Computer specifications ........................112 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD display specifications ..................113 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD+ display specifications ................... 114 39.6-cm (15.6-in) FHD display specifications ................... 115 Hard drive specifications ........................116 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive specifications ..........
  • Page 8 9 Power cord set requirements ........................136 Requirements for all countries and regions ..................136 Requirements for specific countries and regions ................137 10 Recycling ..............................138 Battery .............................. 138 Display .............................. 138 Index ................................. 144 viii...

  • Page 9: Product Description

    Product description Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Product Name HP EliteBook 8540p Notebook PC √ HP EliteBook 8540w Mobile Workstation √ Processors Intel® Core™i7 processors, Quad Core 820QM, 1.73-GHz (Turbo up to 3.06) √...
  • Page 10 Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation 39.6-cm (15.6-in) FHD √ √ 39.6-cm (15.6-in) FHD with webcam √ √ 39.6-cm (15.6-in) FHD DreamColor √ 39.6-cm (15.6-in) FHD DreamColor with √ webcam Support privacy filter √ √...
  • Page 11 Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Customer-accessible √ √ Serial ATA √ √ 12.7-mm tray load √ √ Supports “No Drive” option Supports the following 12.7-mm SATA optical √ √ drives: ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi DL Combo Drive with LightScribe ●...
  • Page 12 Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Supports the following WLAN formats: √ √ ● Intel Wi-Fi Link 6300, 802.11a/g/n, 3 × 3 ● Intel Wi-Fi Link 6200, 802.11a/b/g/n, 2 × 2 ● Intel Wi-Fi Link 6100, 802.11a/b/g (Ukraine and Russia only) ●...
  • Page 13 Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Docking connector √ √ Docking HP Docking Station √ √ HP Advanced Docking Station √ √ Keyboard/pointing devices Full-size keyboard with durable key cap √ √ coating Dual point (pointing stick and TouchPad) with 3 √...
  • Page 14 Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Windows Vista Home Basic √ √ FreeDOS √ √ Preinstalled with Microsoft® Office: Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft® √ √ Office 2007 Personal with Powerpoint Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft √...
  • Page 15 Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Windows 7 Professional with XPP images with √ √ Microsoft Office Professional Windows Vista Business 32 with Microsoft √ Office 2007 Ready Windows Vista Business 32 with Microsoft √...
  • Page 16 Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Serviceability End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter √ √ Battery (system) √ √ Hard drive √ √ Keyboard √ √ Memory module √ √ Optical drive √ √ Mini-PCI components (WLAN, WWAN, SIM) √...

  • Page 17: External Component Identification

    External component identification Display Component Description Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on. Internal microphones (2) Record sound. Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. Webcam Records audio and video and captures still photographs. Keyboard light Illuminates the keyboard in low-light conditions when pressed.

  • Page 18: Top Components

    Top components Pointing devices Component Description Pointing stick* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Center pointing stick button* Functions like the center button on an external mouse. Right pointing stick button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.

  • Page 19: Lights

    Lights NOTE: Lights indicated by callouts 5 – 7 and 10 – 13 are always lit when the computer is powered on. The light does not imply the function is active. NOTE: If you press the lights indicated by callouts 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13, the light blinks for a few seconds and turns back on.
  • Page 20 Component Description ● Drive light Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● QuickLook light On: The computer is on. ● Off: The computer is off or in the Sleep or Hibernation state. ●...

  • Page 21: Buttons, Switches, And Fingerprint Reader

    Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader Component Description ● Power button When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button to shut down the computer. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep.
  • Page 22 Component Description ● QuickWeb button When the computer is off, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is on, press the button to open the default Web browser. Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not establish a wireless connection.

  • Page 23: Keys

    Keys 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. Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Integrated numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.

  • Page 24: Front Components

    Front components Component Description ● Wireless light An integrated wireless device, such as a WLAN device, the HP Mobile Broadband Module (select models only), and/or a Bluetooth device, is on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. ● Power light On: The computer is on.

  • Page 25: Left-Side Components

    Component Description Display release button Opens the computer. Business card slot Holds a business card in position so that the webcam can capture an image. Left-side components Component Description USB ports (3) Connect optional USB devices. Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.

  • Page 26: Rear Components

    Rear components The vent enables airflow to cool internal components. 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 off during routine operation. Component Description External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

  • Page 27: Bottom Components

    Bottom components Component Description SIM slot Contains a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM) (select models only). The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. Battery bay Holds the battery. Docking connector Connects an optional docking device. Vents (6) Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.

  • Page 28: Wireless Antennas (Select Models Only)

    Wireless antennas (select models only) The antennas send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. Component Description WWAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWANs).

  • Page 29: Illustrated Parts Catalog

    Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag. ● Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer. ●...

  • Page 30: Computer Major Components

    Computer major components Item Description Spare part number Display assembly (includes 3 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables) For use in model 8540p: ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers without a webcam 595736-001 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog...
  • Page 31 Item Description Spare part number ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers with a webcam 595737-001 ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, FHD for use in computers without a webcam 595738-001 ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, FHD for use in computers with a webcam 600755-001 ●...
  • Page 32 Item Description Spare part number For use in Norway 595790-091 For use in Portugal 595790-131 For use in Russia 595790-251 For use in Saudi Arabia 595790-171 For use in Slovenia 595790-BA1 For use in South Korea 595790-AD1 For use in Spain 595790-071 For use in Sweden 595790-B71...
  • Page 33 Item Description Spare part number 520M, 2.40-GHz (Turbo up to 2.93) processor 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 594187-001 Modem module NOTE: The modem module spare part kit does not include a modem module cable. The modem module cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. See Cable Kit on page 30 for more Cable Kit spare part number information.
  • Page 34 Item Description Spare part number Broadcom 4322 AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, 518434-002 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, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica,...
  • Page 35 Item Description Spare part number (19) Hard drive (includes hard drive bracket and screws) 500-GB, 7200-rpm 595755-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm (for use in the upgrade bay) 595762-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm 595754-001 250-GB, 7200-rpm 595753-001 256-GB solid-state drive 595756-001 160-GB solid-state drive 595757-001 (20) Memory modules (PC3-10600, 1333-MHz, DDR3) 4-GB...

  • Page 36: Display Components

    Display components Item Description Spare part number Display bezel For use with computer models with a webcam 595747-001 For use with computer models without a webcam 595748-001 For use with computer models with DreamColor displays 595749-001 Webcam module 583219-001 Display hinges (includes left and right hinges) For use with computer models that do not use DreamColor displays 595742-001 For use with computer models that use DreamColor displays...

  • Page 37: Plastics Kit

    Plastics Kit Item Description Spare part number Plastics Kit: 595784-001 Bluetooth module cover ExpressCard slot protective insert WWAN cover Memory module compartment cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips) Hard drive cover (includes 4 captive screws, secured by C-clips) LCD hinge covers (left and right;...

  • Page 38: Cable Kit

    Cable Kit Item Description Spare part number Cable Kit: 595787-001 RJ-11 connector cable TouchPad cable Power connector cable Bluetooth module cable Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog...

  • Page 39: Mass Storage Devices

    Mass storage devices Item Description Spare part number Optical drive DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe 595759-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL Drive 595760-001 DVD-ROM Drive 595758-001 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 595761-001 Hard drive (includes bracket and screws) 500-GB, 7200-rpm 595755-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm (for use in the upgrade bay)

  • Page 40: Miscellaneous Parts

    Miscellaneous parts Description Spare part number AC adapters 90-W AC adapter 463955-001 90-W AC adapter for use in India 535593-001 120-W AC adapter 463953-001 150-W AC adapter 463954-001 Battery latch kit (includes latch, knob, and spring) 595750-001 Power cords: For use in Argentina 490371-D01 For use in Australia 490371-011...

  • Page 41: Sequential Part Number Listing

    Description Spare part number Rubber Kit (includes rubber feet and rubber screw covers) 595785-001 Screw Kit 595786-001 ● Phillips PM2.0×5.0 captive screw ● Black Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screw ● Silver Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.0×7.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw ●...
  • Page 42 Spare part Description number 490371-291 Power cord for use in Japan 490371-AA1 Power cord for use in the People's Republic of China 490371-AB1 Power cord for use in Taiwan 490371-AD1 Power cord for use in South Korea 490371-AR1 Power cord for use in South Africa 490371-BB1 Power cord for use in Israel 490371-D01...
  • Page 43 Spare part Description number 572509-001 Intel Wi-Fi Link 6200, 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy,...
  • Page 44 Spare part Description number 595742-001 Display hinges for use in models that do not use DreamColor displays (includes left and right hinge) 595743-001 Display hinges for use with models with DreamColor displays (includes left and right hinge) 595744-001 Display enclosure for use in HP Elite 8540p models (includes antennas, microphone, and microphone mylar) 595745-001 Display enclosure for use in HP Elite 8540w models that do not use DreamColor displays (includes...
  • Page 45 Spare part Description number 595775-001 Top cover for use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that include a fingerprint reader (includes TouchPad button and bracket) 595776-001 Top cover for use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that do not include a fingerprint reader (includes TouchPad button and bracket) 595777-001 Top cover for use with HP EliteBook 8540w computer models that include a fingerprint reader (includes...
  • Page 46 Spare part Description number 595790-061 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Italy (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-091 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Norway (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-131 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Portugal (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-251 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Russia (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-071...
  • Page 47 Spare part Description number 606979-001 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED display assembly, FHD, DreamColor for use in model 8540w computers without a webcam (includes 3 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables) 606980-001 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED display assembly, FHD, DreamColor for use in model 8540w computers with a webcam (includes 3 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables) Sequential part number listing...

  • Page 48: 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 ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers ● Torx T8 screwdriver Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.

  • Page 49: Cables And Connectors

    Cables and connectors CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer. Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required to unseat or seat the cables during removal and insertion.

  • Page 50: Grounding Guidelines

    Grounding guidelines Electrostatic discharge damage Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some protection, but in many cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions.

  • Page 51: Packaging And Transporting Guidelines

    Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes. ● Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging. ● Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations.

  • Page 52: Equipment Guidelines

    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. To provide proper ground, wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times.

  • Page 53: Component Replacement Procedures

    Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. There are as many as 95 screws and screw locks, in 15 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw and screw lock size and location during removal and replacement.

  • Page 54: Computer Feet

    Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Rubber Kit, spare part number 595785-001. There are 6 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...

  • Page 55: Battery

    Battery Description Spare part number 8-cell, 73-Wh Li-ion battery 493976-001 8-cell, 68-Wh Li-ion battery 592078-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 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. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.

  • Page 56: Sim

    NOTE: This section applies only to computer models with WWAN capability. NOTE: If there is a SIM inserted in the SIM slot, it must be removed before disassembling the computer. Be sure that the SIM is reinserted in the SIM slot after reassembling the computer. Before removing the SIM, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.

  • Page 57: Optical Drive

    Optical drive NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel. Description Spare part number DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe 595759-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL Drive 595760-001 DVD-ROM Drive 595758-001 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 595761-001 Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:...

  • Page 58: Upgrade Bay

    Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive. Remove the optical drive bracket (2). Reverse this procedure to install an optical drive. Upgrade bay Description Spare part number 500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 595762-001 Before removing a drive from the upgrade bay, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
  • Page 59 Remove the optical drive (5) from the computer. Remove the assembly from the base enclosure. Reverse this procedure to install the hard drive into the upgrade bay. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 60: Ambient Light Sensor

    Ambient light sensor NOTE: If it has been determined that the ambient light sensor is the component that must be replaced to complete the computer repair, the display assembly does not have to be removed. Follow the procedures in this section to replace the ambient light sensor. For information on replacing the display assembly and the display hinges, see Display assembly on page Description...
  • Page 61 Release the display bezel bottom edge (3) from the display assembly. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw (1) that secures the ambient light sensor to the display enclosure. Release the sensor (2) from the display enclosure as far as the display panel cable and backlight cable allow.

  • Page 62: Hard Drive

    Hard drive NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket and screws. Description Spare part number 500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 595755-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 595754-001 250-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 595753-001 256-GB solid-state drive (SSD) 595756-001 160-GB solid-state drive (SSD) 595757-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps:...
  • Page 63 Lift the right side of the hard drive cover, swing it to the left (2), and remove the cover. The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 595784-001 Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screw (1) that secures the hard drive to the computer. Grasp the Mylar tab on the hard drive and slide the hard drive to the right (2) to disconnect it from the system board.
  • Page 64 Remove the hard drive (3) from the hard drive bay. If it is necessary to replace the hard drive bracket, remove the four Phillips PM3.0×5.0 hard drive bracket screws (1) from each side of the hard drive. Lift the bracket (2) straight up to remove it from the hard drive. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.

  • Page 65: Bluetooth Module

    Bluetooth module NOTE: The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include a Bluetooth module cable. The Bluetooth module cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. See Cable Kit on page 30 for more Cable Kit spare part number information. Description Spare part number Bluetooth module...

  • Page 66: Rtc Battery

    Reverse this procedure to install the Bluetooth module. RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery 581075-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: 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 67 Disconnect the RTC battery cable (1) from the system board. Gently pull the battery away from the double-sided tape that secures it to the system board and remove it from the computer (2). Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 68: Expansion Memory Modules

    Expansion memory modules NOTE: Expansion memory is installed in a compartment on the bottom of the computer. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595764-001 have two memory slots. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595765-001 have four memory slots. On these computers, in both the expansion memory slots (on the bottom of the computer) and the primary memory slots (under the keyboard), slot 2 cannot be populated if slot 1 is not populated.
  • Page 69 Lift the right side of the cover (2), swing it up and to the left, and remove the cover. The memory module compartment cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 595784-001. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the expansion memory module slot to release the memory module.

  • Page 70: Wwan Module

    WWAN module CAUTION: The WWAN module and the WLAN module are not interchangeable. NOTE: Ericsson modules are only available in EMEA on certain computers. Description Spare part number HP un2420 Broadband Module (WWAN) 531993-001 Before removing the WWAN module, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
  • Page 71 Disconnect the WWAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WWAN module. NOTE: The red WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Main” terminal. The blue WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Aux” terminal. There are two different WWAN modules available, and each module has the antenna connectors reversed.
  • Page 72 Remove the WWAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: WWAN modules are designed with a notch (4) to prevent incorrect insertion. Figure 4-1 Ericsson module antenna locations Figure 4-2 Qualcomm module antenna locations Reverse this procedure to install the WWAN module.

  • Page 73: Keyboard

    Keyboard For use in: Spare part number For use in: Spare part number Keyboards with pointing stick (includes pointing stick cable): Belgium 595790-A41 Latin America 595790-161 Brazil 595790-201 The Netherlands and Europe 595790-B31 Bulgaria 595790-261 Norway 595790-091 Czech Republic and Slovakia 595790-A81 Portugal 595790-131...
  • Page 74 Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screws that secure the keyboard to the computer. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Open the computer as far as possible. Slide the four keyboard retention tabs (1) toward you. The tabs are located between the keys, between the keys, between the keys, and between the...
  • Page 75 Release the ZIF connector to which the pointing stick cable (2) is attached, and then disconnect the pointing stick cable from the system board. Remove the keyboard. Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 76: Primary Memory Module

    Primary memory module NOTE: Primary memory is installed under the keyboard. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595764-001 have two memory slots. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595765-001 have four memory slots. On these computers, in both the expansion memory slots (on the bottom of the computer) and the primary memory slots (under the keyboard), slot 2 cannot be populated if slot 1 is not populated.

  • Page 77: Wlan Module

    Remove the primary memory module (2) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: Memory modules are designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect insertion into the memory module slot. Reverse this procedure to install a primary memory module. WLAN module CAUTION: The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable.
  • Page 78 Description Spare part number Intel Wi-Fi Link 6100, 802.11a/b/g WLAN module for use in Russia and Ukraine 572510-001 Broadcom 4322 AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, 518434-001 Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United States Broadcom 4322 AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, 518434-002...

  • Page 79: Switch Cover

    Remove the WLAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: WLAN modules are designed with a notch (4) to prevent incorrect insertion. Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module. Switch cover Description Spare part number Switch cover for use in model 8540p (includes LED board and cable) 595770-001...
  • Page 80 Remove the three Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Open the computer as far as possible. Disconnect the LED board cable (1) from the ZIF connector on the system board. Release the switch cover by lifting the left and right inside edges of the switch cover (2) until it disengages from the computer, and then rotating it forward.

  • Page 81: Fan

    Description Spare part number 595769-001 Before removing the fan, follow these steps: 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. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
  • Page 82 Lift the fan from the base enclosure (5). Reverse this procedure to install the fan. NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm (3-in) clearance on the left side of the computer. The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by a temperature sensor and is designed to turn on automatically when high temperature conditions exist.

  • Page 83: Heat Sink

    Heat sink All heat sink spare part kits include replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number Heat sink for use in computers with NVIDIA Quadro FX 1800 graphics (includes fan) 595766-001 Heat sink for use in computers with NVIDIA Quadro FX 880 or NVIDIA NVS 5100 graphics (does 595767-001 not include fan) Heat sink for use in computers with ATI FirePro M5800 graphics (includes fan)
  • Page 84 In the order indicated, loosen the eight Torx T8M2.0x8.0 captive screws (1) - (8) that secure the heat sink to the base enclosure. Lift the right side of the heat sink (1) to disengage it from the graphics card. Remove the heat sink (2) from the computer. NOTE: The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the heat sink (1) - (3) each time the heat sink is removed.

  • Page 85: Processor

    Reverse this procedure to install the heat sink. Processor NOTE: All processor spare part kits include replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number Intel Core i7 processors, Quad Core 820QM, 1.73-GHz (Turbo up to 3.06) processor 8-MB L3 cache, 8 threads 583053-001 720QM, 1.66-GHz (Turbo up to 2.80) processor 6-MB L3 cache, 8 threads 586170-001...
  • Page 86 Remove the battery (see Battery on page 47). Remove the following components: Keyboard (see Keyboard on page Switch cover (see Switch cover on page Fan (see Fan on page Heat sink (see Heat sink on page Remove the processor: Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Use a flat-bladed screwdriver to turn the processor locking screw (1) one-half turn counterclockwise until you hear a click.

  • Page 87: Graphics Card

    Graphics card NOTE: All graphics card spare part kits include replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number NVIDIA NVS 5100 graphics card 595820-001 NVIDIA Quadro FX 880 graphics card 595821-001 NVIDIA Quadro FX 1800 graphics card 595822-001 ATI FirePro M5800 graphics card 595823-001 Before removing the graphics card, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
  • Page 88 Remove the graphics card (2) by sliding it away from the graphics card slot at an angle. NOTE: The graphics card is designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect insertion. Reverse this procedure to install the graphics card. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...

  • Page 89: Display Assembly

    Display assembly All display assemblies include 3 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables. Description Spare part number For use in model 8540p: 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers without a webcam 595736-001 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers with a webcam 595737-001...
  • Page 90 Remove the display assembly: Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Disconnect the display panel cable (1) from the system board. Remove the display panel cable from the clips built into the top cover (2) Disconnect the microphone cable from the pass-thru cable (3). Remove the WWAN antenna cables from the channel to the bottom of the base enclosure.(4).
  • Page 91 Remove the following: (1) Two rubber screw covers (2) Four Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screws, two on the bottom, two on back (3) Two Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screws in the battery bay Remove the three Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screws (1) that secure the display assembly to the computer.
  • Page 92 If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or display hinges, remove the following: (1) Four rubber screw covers on the display bezel top edge (2) Two rubber screw covers on the display bezel bottom edge (3) Four Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws on the display bezel top edge (4) Two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws on the display bezel bottom edge NOTE: Ambient light sensor on page 52...
  • Page 93 If it is necessary to replace the webcam module from the display enclosure, gently pull the webcam module away from the double-sided tape on the display enclosure (1), disconnect the webcam cable from the module (2), and then remove the webcam. The webcam module is available using spare part number 583219-001.
  • Page 94 If it is necessary to remove the display panel cable, remove the tape that secures the connector to the display panel (1), slide up and back the vertical bracket (2) that secures the cable to the display, and then lift the cable away from the display panel (3). The display panel cable is in the Display Panel Cable Kit, spare part number 595741-001.

  • Page 95: Top Cover

    Top cover All top covers include TouchPad button and bracket. Description Spare part number For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that include a fingerprint reader 595775-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that do not include a fingerprint reader 595776-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540w computer models that include a fingerprint reader 595777-001...
  • Page 96 Remove the two Phillips PM2.0x3.0 screws (4) from the hard drive bay. Turn the computer right-side up, with the rear toward you. Remove the two Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screws (1) from the top of the top cover. Close the computer and turn the rear toward you. Remove the two HM2.5×6.0 screw locks (2) that secure the top cover to the computer.
  • Page 97 Disconnect the following cables from the system board: ● (1) Black VGA cable ● (2) Gray VGA cable ● (3) Fingerprint reader cable ● (4) TouchPad cable ● (5) Card reader cable Lift the rear edge of the top cover (1), and then swing it up and forward slightly. Lift the top cover up (2) to allow access to the audio pass-thru cable located on the bottom of the top cover.
  • Page 98 Disconnect the audio pass-thru cable from the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...

  • Page 99: Modem Module

    Modem module NOTE: The modem module spare part kit does not include a modem module cable. The modem module cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. See Cable Kit on page 30 for more Cable Kit spare part number information. Description Spare part number Modem module for use in all countries and regions except Australia and New Zealand...

  • Page 100: Expresscard/Audio Assembly

    Disconnect the modem module cable (3) from the modem module. Reverse this procedure to install the modem module. ExpressCard/audio assembly Description Spare part number ExpressCard/audio assembly 595783-001 Before removing the ExpressCard/audio assembly, follow these steps: 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 101 Fan (see Fan on page Heat sink (see Heat sink on page Modem module (see Modem module on page Remove the ExpressCard/audio assembly: Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Disconnect the speaker cable from the assembly (1). Remove the two Torx T8M2.5×8.0 screws (2) that secure the assembly to the base enclosure.

  • Page 102: Speaker Assembly

    Speaker assembly Description Spare part number Speaker assembly 595788-001 Before removing the speaker assembly, follow these steps: 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. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
  • Page 103 Unplug the Bluetooth cable (1) from the system board, and then remove the cable from the routing channel atop the right speaker (2). Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the speaker assembly to the base enclosure. Remove the speaker assembly (2) from the base enclosure. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 104: System Board

    Reverse this procedure to install the speaker assembly. System board NOTE: All system board spare part kits include replacement thermal material and VGA support bracket. NOTE: Models that support quad-core processors have four memory slots. Models that support dual-core processors have two memory slots. Description Spare part number For use with the following dual-core processors: 520M, 540M, 620M...
  • Page 105 ● WWAN module (see WWAN module on page ● Processor (see Processor on page ● Graphics card (see Graphics card on page Remove the system board: Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Remove the four Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screws (1) that secure the system board to the base enclosure.

  • Page 106: Rj-11 Connector Cable

    Reverse the preceding procedure to install the system board. RJ-11 connector cable NOTE: The RJ-11 connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. Before removing the RJ-11 connector cable, follow these steps: 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 107 Remove the RJ-11 connector cable from the clips and routing channel (2) built into the base enclosure. Remove the RJ-11 connector cable from the base enclosure. Reverse this procedure to install the RJ-11 connector cable. Component replacement procedures...

  • Page 108: Usb/Vga Board

    USB/VGA board Description Spare part number USB/VGA board (includes cable) 595782-001 Before removing the USB/VGA board, follow these steps: 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. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
  • Page 109 Lift the USB/VGA board out of the chassis (2) Reverse this procedure to install the USB/VGA board. Component replacement procedures 101...

  • Page 110: Power Connector Cable

    Power connector cable NOTE: The power connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps: 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 111 Remove the power connector cable from the enclosure. Reverse this procedure to install the power connector cable. Component replacement procedures 103...

  • Page 112: Computer Setup

    Computer Setup Starting Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is not working or will not load. NOTE: Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this guide may not be supported by your computer.

  • Page 113: Restoring Factory Settings In Computer Setup

    To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods: ● To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes, click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. – or – Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select File >...

  • Page 114: Computer Setup Menus

    Computer Setup menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Computer Setup options. NOTE: Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer. File menu Select To do this ●...

  • Page 115: Security Menu

    Security menu NOTE: Some of the menu items listed in this section may not be supported by your computer. Select To do this Administrator Tools Setup BIOS Administrator Password Set up a BIOS administrator password. User Management (requires a BIOS administrator password) ●...

  • Page 116: System Configuration Menu

    System Configuration menu NOTE: Some of the listed System Configuration options may not be supported by your computer. Select To do this Language Change the Computer Setup language. ● Boot Options Set a Startup Menu delay (in seconds). ● Set the Multiboot Express Boot Popup delay (in seconds).
  • Page 117 Select To do this NOTE: Availability of these options varies by computer model. ● Enable/disable secondary battery fast charge (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable HP QuickLook (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable Preboot Authentication on HP QuickLook Boot (enabled by default). ●...
  • Page 118 Select To do this ● Built-In Device Options Enable/disable the wireless button state (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable embedded WLAN device radio (select models only; enabled by default). ● Enable/disable the embedded Bluetooth device radio (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable the Network Interface Controller (NIC) (enabled by default).
  • Page 119 Select To do this Port Options NOTE: All port options are enabled by default. ● Enable/disable the serial port. ● Enable/disable the parallel port. ● Enable/disable the flash media reader. ● Enable/disable the USB port. CAUTION: Disabling the USB port also disables MultiBay devices and ExpressCard devices on the advanced port replicator.

  • Page 120: Specifications

    Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Length 25.2 cm 9.9 in Width 37.4 cm 14.7 in Height (front to rear) 3.2 to 3.7 cm 1.28 to 1.45 in Weight (equipped with 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD+ display, NV 2.89 kg 6.37 lbs Graphics, DVD drive, 1-GB DIMM, 160-GB hard drive, WLAN module, 8-cell battery) Input power...

  • Page 121: 39.6-Cm (15.6-In) Hd Display Specifications

    Metric U.S. Nonoperating 1.50 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.5 oct/min sweep rate NOTE: Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD display specifications Metric U.S.

  • Page 122: Cm (15.6-In) Hd+ Display Specifications

    39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD+ display specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Height 20.9 cm 8.25 in Width 35.9 cm 14.15 in Diagonal 39.6 cm 15.6 in Surface treatment Anti-glare Contrast ratio 300:1 (typical) Refresh rate 60 Hz Brightness 200 nits (typical) Pixel resolution Pitch 0.2151 mm Format...

  • Page 123: 39.6-Cm (15.6-In) Fhd Display Specifications

    39.6-cm (15.6-in) FHD display specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Height 20.9 cm 8.25 in Width 35.9 cm 14.15 in Diagonal 39.6 cm 15.6 in Surface treatment Anti-glare Contrast ratio 300:1 (typical) Refresh rate 60 Hz Brightness 220 nits (typical) Pixel resolution Pitch 0.179 ×...

  • Page 124: Hard Drive Specifications

    Hard drive specifications 500-GB* 320-GB* 250-GB* Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm Width 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm Weight 101 g 101 g 101 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA Transfer rate 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec Security ATA security ATA security...

  • Page 125: Dvd±Rw And Cd-Rw Supermulti Dl Combo Drive Specifications

    DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive specifications Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD- CD-R and CD-RW ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD- CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), RW, DVD-RAM Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD- ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD- R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM...

  • Page 126: Blu-Ray Disc Rom With Supermulti Dvd±R/Rw Dl Drive

    Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL Drive Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CDTEXT, CD-R and CD-RW DVD+R, DVD+R(9), CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R(9),DVD-RW, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge DVD-RAM (Photo-CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVDROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R,...

  • Page 127: Blu-Ray Disc Rom Combo Drive

    Blu-ray Disc ROM Combo Drive Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R(9), CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R(9), DVD-RW, CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, DVD-RAM Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo- CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD- RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW.

  • Page 128: Dvd-Rom Drive Specifications

    DVD-ROM Drive specifications Applicable disc DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18, CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2), CD Digital Audio, CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2), CD-I (Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2), CD-R, CD-RW, Photo CD (single and multisession), CD-Bridge Center hole diameter 1.5 cm (0.59 in) Disc diameter...

  • Page 129: Specification Information In Device Manager

    Specification information in Device Manager Device Manager allows you to view and control the hardware attached to the computer, as well as provides hardware specification information. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows 7 and Windows Vista include the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.

  • Page 130: Backup And Recovery

    Backup and recovery Windows 7 To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive (select models only), create system repair discs (select models only), or create system restore points. In case of system failure, you can use the backup files to restore the contents of your computer.

  • Page 131: Performing A Recovery

    ● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences. To create a screen shot: Display the screen you want to save.

  • Page 132: Using The Windows Recovery Tools

    NOTE: If you are unable to boot (start up) your computer and you cannot use the system repair discs you previously created (select models only), you must purchase a Windows 7 operating system DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. For additional information, refer to the “Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)”...

  • Page 133: Using A Windows 7 Operating System Dvd (Purchased Separately)

    To recover the original hard drive image using f11, follow these steps: If possible, back up all personal files. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Recovery partition: select Start, right-click Computer, click Manage, and then click Disk Management. NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you must recover your operating system and programs using the Windows 7 operating system DVD and the Driver Recovery disc (both...

  • Page 134: Windows Vista

    Windows Vista To protect your information, use the Backup and Restore Center to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive (select models only), or create system restore points. In case of system failure, you can use the backup files to restore the contents of your computer. The Backup and Restore Center provides the following options: ●...

  • Page 135: Performing A Recovery

    ● When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, or DVD±RW. The discs you use will depend on the type of optical drive installed in your computer. NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required.

  • Page 136: Using F11

    To recover your information using Startup Repair, follow these steps: CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used for recovery.
  • Page 137 follow the on-screen instructions. You can also order the DVD by calling technical support. For contact information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive.

  • Page 138: Windows Xp

    Windows XP To protect your information, use the Windows Backup utility (select models only) to back up files and folders or create recovery points. In case of system failure, you can use the backup files to restore your computer. Windows provides the following options: ●...

  • Page 139: Performing A Recovery

    NOTE: The backup process may take over an hour, depending on file size and the speed of the computer. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Backup. Follow the on-screen instructions. Performing a recovery In case of system failure or instability, the computer provides the following tools to recover your files: ●...

  • Page 140: Connector Pin Assignments

    Connector pin assignments Audio-out (headphone) Signal Audio out, left channel Audio out, right channel Ground Audio-in (microphone) Signal Audio signal in Audio signal in Ground 132 Chapter 8 Connector pin assignments...

  • Page 141: External Monitor

    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 External monitor 133...

  • Page 142: Modem)

    RJ-11 (modem) Signal Unused Ring Unused Unused Unused RJ-45 (network) Signal Transmit + Transmit - Receive + Unused Unused Receive - Unused Unused 134 Chapter 8 Connector pin assignments...

  • Page 143: Universal Serial Bus

    Universal Serial Bus Signal +5 VDC Data - Data + Ground Universal Serial Bus 135...

  • Page 144: 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 145: Requirements For Specific Countries And Regions

    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 Switzerland Taiwan...

  • Page 146: 10 Recycling

    10 Recycling Battery When a battery has reached the end of its useful life, do not dispose of the battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery disposal. Display WARNING! The backlight contains mercury. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this component and causing exposure to the mercury.
  • Page 147 Perform the following steps to disassemble the display assembly: Remove all screw covers (1) and screws (2) that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. 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 148 Disconnect all display panel cables (1) from the display inverter and remove the inverter (2). Remove all screws (1) that secure the display panel assembly to the display enclosure. Remove the display panel assembly (2) from the display enclosure. Turn the display panel assembly upside-down. Remove all screws that secure the display panel frame to the display panel.
  • Page 149 Remove the display panel frame (2) from the display panel. Remove the screws (1) that secure the backlight cover to the display panel. Lift the top edge of the backlight cover (2) and swing it outward. Remove the backlight cover. Turn the display panel right-side up.
  • Page 150 Remove the backlight cables (1) from the clip (2) in the display panel. Turn the display panel upside-down. WARNING! The backlight contains mercury. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this component and causing exposure to the mercury. Remove the backlight frame from the display panel.
  • Page 151 Remove the backlight from the backlight frame. Disconnect the display panel cable (1) from the LCD panel. Remove the screws (2) that secure the LCD panel to the display rear panel. Release the LCD panel (3) from the display rear panel. Release the tape (4) that secures the LCD panel to the display rear panel.

  • Page 152: Index

    Index Symbols/Numerics Backup and Restore fingerprint reader 110 1394 port, identifying 17 Center 126, 127 integrated camera 110 base enclosure, spare part internal speakers 110 number 26, 36 LAN/WLAN switching 110 AC adapter, spare part battery microphone 110 numbers 32, 33 removal 47 modem 110 ambient light sensor...
  • Page 153 right-side 18 drive light 16 File menu 106 top 10 DriveLock password 107 fingerprint reader board, spare part computer feet DriveLock, automatic 107 number 24, 37 locations 46 Driver Recovery disc 131 fingerprint reader, identifying 14 spare part number 46 drives fn key, identifying 15 Computer Setup...
  • Page 154 memory module external monitor port 133 jacks product description 2 headphone jack 132 audio-in (microphone) 17 removal 60, 68 microphone jack 132 audio-out (headphone) 17 spare part number 68 modem jack 134 RJ-11 (modem) 18 spare part numbers 27, 60 monitor port 133 RJ-45 (network) 18 memory module compartment...
  • Page 155 primary memory module RJ-11 (modem) jack restoring factory settings 105 removal 68 identifying 18 Security menu 107 spare part number 68 pin assignments 134 System Configuration processor RJ-11 connector cable menu 108 product description 1 illustrated 30 SIM, removal 48 removal 77 removal 98 slots...
  • Page 156 top cover Windows 7 operating system removal 87 DVD 125 spare part number 24, 87 Windows applications key, spare part numbers 37 identifying 15 TouchPad buttons, Windows Backup utility 130, 131 identifying 10, 14 Windows logo key, identifying 15 TouchPad cable, illustrated 30 Windows recovery 131 TouchPad light, identifying 12 Windows Vista operating system...

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