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Maintenance and Service Guide
Compaq Evo Notebook N1000 Series
and Compaq Presario 1500 Series
Mobile PC
Document Part Number: 279372-001
July 2002
This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining
and servicing the notebook. It provides comprehensive
information on identifying computer features, components, and
spare parts, troubleshooting computer problems, and performing
computer disassembly procedures.
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Troubleshooting
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Summarization of Contents
Product Description
Compaq Notebook Model Naming Conventions
Details the naming conventions used for Compaq Evo Notebook N1000 and Presario 1500 series models.
Compaq Notebook Key Features Overview
Provides a comprehensive list of hardware and software features available for the notebook models.
Clearing CMOS and System Passwords
Step-by-step instructions for clearing the computer's BIOS passwords and CMOS settings.
Notebook Power Management Features
Explains the various power management capabilities designed to extend battery life and conserve energy.
External Component Identification
Identifies and describes the external ports and connectors on the computer's front and right sides.
Troubleshooting
System Setup and Diagnostics Tools
Overview of Computer Setup and Compaq Diagnostics utilities for system management and testing.
Compaq Diagnostics Procedures
Guides on how to use Compaq Diagnostics for system information and component testing.
System Problem Troubleshooting Flowcharts
Provides visual guides and decision trees for diagnosing and resolving common computer issues.
Illustrated Parts Catalog
Major Component Identification and Part Numbers
Illustrates major computer components with corresponding part numbers for identification and ordering.
Plastics and Hardware Kit Components
Lists and illustrates miscellaneous plastic parts and hardware included in service kits.
Miscellaneous Cable Kit Components
Details the various cables included in the miscellaneous cable kit for system connectivity.
Mass Storage Device Identification
Illustrates and lists different mass storage devices like hard drives, diskette drives, and optical drives.
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries
Essential Tools for Computer Service
Lists the necessary tools required to perform safe and effective hardware removal and replacement procedures.
Disassembly and Assembly Best Practices
Provides crucial considerations and precautions for handling computer parts during service procedures.
Protecting Removable Drives During Service
Offers precautions for handling and preventing damage to fragile removable drives like HDDs and optical drives.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Prevention
Explains the risks of ESD and outlines essential precautions to protect electronic components.
ESD Grounding Procedures and Equipment
Details the proper use of grounding straps and mats to prevent electrostatic discharge damage.
Removal and Replacement Procedures
Computer Component Disassembly Guide
Provides a chart correlating component removal sections with the number of screws required.
Pre-Disassembly Steps for Notebooks
Outlines the essential steps to prepare the computer before commencing any disassembly procedures.
Replacing Memory Expansion Boards
Step-by-step guide for safely removing and installing memory expansion modules.
Notebook Keyboard Replacement Guide
Instructions for removing and replacing the computer keyboard assembly.
Notebook Processor Replacement Procedure
Detailed steps for safely removing and installing the computer's processor.
Notebook Display Module Replacement
Step-by-step instructions for removing and replacing the computer's display assembly.
Notebook System Board Replacement
Comprehensive guide for removing and installing the computer's main system board.
Specifications
Notebook Physical Specifications
Details the physical dimensions and weight of the notebook, varying by configuration.
Notebook Power Requirements
Specifies the nominal voltage, average and peak power consumption for stand-alone operation.
Operating Environmental Specifications
Provides the recommended operating and non-operating temperature and humidity ranges.
Hard Drive Technical Specifications
Details the capacity, interface, seek times, and configuration of hard drives.
External AC Adapter Specifications
Lists the power output, voltage, current, and frequency range of the AC adapter.
Notebook Battery Pack Specifications
Details the voltage, capacity, and operating temperature of the 8-cell Li-ion battery pack.
Connector Pin Assignments
RJ-45 Network Port Pinout
Diagram and pin assignment details for the RJ-45 network interface connector.
USB Port Pinout Details
Diagram and pin assignment information for the Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors.
External Monitor Port Pinout
Details the pin assignments for connecting an external monitor via VGA or similar interface.
Power Cord Set Requirements
General Power Cord Set Requirements
Outlines general requirements for power cord sets applicable across all countries of use.
Country-Specific Power Cord Requirements
Lists accredited agencies and notes for power cord sets, specific to different countries.
Screw Listing
TM2.5 x 5.0 Screw Specifications
Details specifications and usage locations for the TM2.5 x 5.0 Torx T8 Metric screws.
PM3.0 x 3.0 Screw Specifications
Provides specifications and usage locations for the PM3.0 x 3.0 Phillips Metric screws.
TM2.5 x 14.0 Shoulder Screw Specifications
Details specifications and usage locations for the TM2.5 x 14.0 Torx T8 Metric shoulder screws.
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