Compaq 5000 Series Assemble & Disassembling

Disassembling The Compaq LTE 5000 Notebook Computer
This page contains step-by-step instructions and photographs that document the process
of taking your Compaq LTE 5000 or 5000-series notebook computer apart.
If you're curious about what's inside your LTE, want to look into upgrading it, or need to
remove a power on/standby/BIOS password, this page will tell you how to get the
computer apart and back together safely.
For safety, simplicity and time's sake, I am not doing a complete teardown of the
computer. The information here will help you see what's inside, repair a failing fan or
remove the power on password. While upgrading components like the display and
processor card with those from a "better" computer are possible, and I have done them
(note the 150MHz processor card in my LTE 5000...), they are very involved and require
you to take the LTE almost completely apart. Unless you are very sure of your skills and
have done this to other notebook computers before, I don't suggest you even try such
advanced upgrades.
Larger photos will be coming soon.
NOTICE: All information on this page is provided strictly on a use at your your own risk
basis. I cannot be held responsible for any results--good or bad--from the use of this
information. Please understand that this is NOT like taking apart a desktop computer!!!
If you don't have the needed tools, skills or physical ability to take your computer apart
safely I do not recommend you try. As with any other computer, the parts inside your LTE
are vulnerable to electro-static discharge damage. The parts used are also usually more
delicate and much more integrated than those in a desktop computer. You've been
warned...
Things You Need:
Small bladed or Torx-tip screwdrivers
A well lighted workspace
Containers to hold various screws and other bits of the machine as you take it apart
Plenty of time to do this without interruption.
Please be sure you have these things before continuing. It isn't difficult to get the LTE
apart, but you should take the time to make notes and keep various pieces well separated
and marked as you take the computer apart.
Let's get started.
IMPORTANT: Be sure you have shut your LTE down completely. Do not leave it in
standby during this process, as even with the battery removed a backup battery will
keep the memory running for quite some time. Remove any compact discs from the
CD-ROM drive before shutting your computer down.
1. Remove all media and storage devices from the computer. The release latch for the
floppy/CD/2nd hard disk bay is at the left side of the machine as it faces you. Press it and
pull the drive out. Do not hold the machine with the drives facing down and pull the latch.