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TravelMate 6495T/6495TG/6495Te/8473T/8473TG
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Hardware Specifications
Features
Summary of computer features including OS, platform, memory, display, and graphics.
Notebook Tour
Overview of the notebook's features and functions, detailing various views and components.
Specification Tables
Detailed specifications for computer components, including dimensions, input power, and environmental factors.
System BIOS
Information about BIOS vendor, version, ROM type, size, and supported protocols.
BIOS Flash Utilities
Details on BIOS flash memory updates, required conditions, and procedures.
System Utilities
BIOS Setup Utility
Describes the BIOS setup utility, a hardware configuration program.
Remove HDD/BIOS Password Utilities
Procedures for removing HDD and BIOS passwords, including specific commands and tools.
Using DMI Tools
Explanation of DMI tools for copying BIOS information to EEPROM for hardware management.
Machine Maintenance
Machine Disassembly and Replacement
Step-by-step procedures for disassembling the notebook computer for maintenance.
External Module Disassembly Process
Flowchart and steps for disassembling external modules of the notebook.
Main Unit Disassembly Process
Flowchart and steps for disassembling the main unit components of the notebook.
LCD Module Disassembly Process
Flowchart and steps for disassembling the LCD module components.
Troubleshooting
General Information
Guide for troubleshooting computer problems with step-by-step procedures.
Power On Issues
Procedures to follow if the system does not power on.
No Display Issues
Troubleshooting steps if the display does not work.
Error Codes
List of error codes and their corresponding error messages and causes.
Jumper and Connector Locations
Mainboard Layout
Diagrams and descriptions of mainboard top and bottom views and components.
Clearing Password Check and BIOS Recovery
Procedures for clearing BIOS passwords and performing BIOS recovery.
FRU List
Exploded Diagrams
Diagrams illustrating the exploded view of the main assembly and LCD assembly.
FRU List
Listing of all Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) with part numbers for ordering and RMA.
Model Definition and Configuration
Model Definition - CPU
Details on the various CPU models used, including specifications and BOM names.
Model Definition - Memory
Specifications for memory modules, including size, speed, voltage, and package type.
Model Definition - HDD
Details on hard disk drives, including vendor, product series, capacity, and performance.
Model Definition - Wireless LAN
Specifications for wireless LAN modules, including frequency bands and protocols supported.
Test Compatible Components
Microsoft Windows 7 Environment Test
Lists components, adapter cards, and peripherals that passed Windows 7 environment tests.

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