Bottom Components - Compaq Presario CQ20-100 - Notebook PC Maintenance And Service Manual

External component identification

Bottom components

Item Component
1
Vents (3)
2 Battery bay
3
Battery release latch
4
Wireless module compartment
5
Hard drive bay
2–8
Function
Enables airflow to cool internal components.
✎
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.
Holds the battery.
Releases the battery from the battery bay.
Holds a WLAN module (select models only).
✎
To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the module only with a
wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the
governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message,
remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact
technical support through Help and Support.
Holds the hard drive and two memory modules.
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