DISASSEMBLY
- Report the computer serial number to HP when requesting information or ordering spare parts. The serial number is located on the bottom of the computer.
- 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.
- Disconnect the power cord.
Battery Pack Spare Part Number Information
- 12-cell, 8.8-Amp hour à 407835-001
- 6-cell, 4.0-Amp hour à 407834-001
Remove the battery pack by following these steps:
- Turn the computer upside down with the front toward you.
- Slide the battery pack release latch [1] to the left. (The battery pack disengages from the computer.)
- Lift the front edge of the battery pack [2] and swing it back to remove it.
HARD DRIVE
Spare part number information
5400
rpm, 100-GB
5400
rpm, 80-GB
5400
rpm, 60-GB
5400
rpm, 40-GB
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409064-001
409063-001
409062-001
409061-001
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- Prepare the computer for disassembly.
- Loosen the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screws [1] that secure the hard drive cover to the computer.
- Lift the rear edge of the hard drive cover [2] , and then swing it up and forward and remove it.
- Slide the hard drive [1] to the right, and then lift the hard drive [2] from the hard drive bay.
- Remove the four Phillips PM3.0×4.0 hard drive frame screws [1] that secure the hard drive frame to the hard drive.
- Slide the hard drive [2] away from the hard drive to remove it.
COMPUTER FEET
- The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number (415691-001.)
- There are two additional computer feet that are installed on the 12-cell battery pack. These additional feet are not depicted in the following image.
MEMORY MODULE [1 DIMM]
Spare part number.
PC2-5300
1024
MB
512
MB
256
MB
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409060-001
409059-001
409058-001
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PC2-4200
1024
MB
512
MB
256
MB
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407767-001
407766-001
407765-001
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- Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screw [1] that secures the memory/Mini Card module compartment cover to the computer.
- Lift the right side of the cover [2] and swing it up and to the left and remove it. [The memory/Mini Card module compartment cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 415691-001]
- Spread the retaining tabs [1] on each side of the memory module socket to release the memory module. (The edge of the module opposite the socket rises away from the computer.)
- Remove the memory module by pulling the module away from the socket at an angle [2]. [Memory modules are designed with notches [3] to prevent incorrect installation into the memory module socket.]
MINI CARD MODULE
Before disconnecting the antenna cables, make note of which
cable is attached to which antenna clip on the Mini Card communications card.
- Disconnect the auxiliary and main [1] antenna cables from the Mini Card communications module.
- Slide the retaining bar [2] forward. (The edge of the module opposite the socket rises away from the computer.)
- Remove the Mini Card communications module by pulling the module away from the socket at an angle [3].
Mini Card communications modules are designed with notches [4]
to prevent incorrect installation into the Mini Card module socket.
OPTICAL DRIVE [SPARE PARTS]
- DVD±RW and CD-RW Double Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe and HLDS à 417699-001
- DVD±RW and CD-RW Double Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe à 413102-001
- DVD/CD-RW Double Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive à 413101-001 _ 413100-001.
- Remove the Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw [1] that secures the optical drive to the computer.
- Insert a thin tool into the notch [2] on the back of the optical drive and push to disconnect the optical drive from the system board.
- Remove the optical drive [3].
- If it is necessary to replace the optical drive bracket, perform the following steps:
- Position the optical drive with the connector toward you.
- Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws [1] that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive.
- Remove the optical drive bracket [2].
SWITCH COVER
- Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer.
- Turn the computer display-side up with the front toward you.
- Open the computer as far as possible.
- Insert a flat-bladed tool into the switch cover notches behind the f1, f5, f11, and insert keys [1] and lift up until the switch cover [2] disengages from the computer.
- Remove the switch cover.
KEYBOARD SPARE PART INFORMATION
- Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws [1] that secure the keyboard to the computer.
- Lift the rear edge of the keyboard [2] to release it from the top cover.
- Swing the keyboard [1] forward until it rests on the palm rest.
- Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector to which the keyboard cable [2] is attached and disconnect the keyboard cable [3].
- Remove the keyboard assembly.
DISPLAY ASSEMBLY
All display assemblies include a display cable, wireless
antenna transceivers, and antenna cables.
15.4-inch, WXGA with BrightView à 407842-001
15.4-inch, WXGA antiglare à 407840-001
- Before disconnecting the antenna cables, make note of which cable is attached to which antenna clip on the Mini Card communications card.
- Disconnect the auxiliary and main wireless antenna cables [1] from the Mini Card module.
- Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×13.0 screws [2] that secure the display assembly to the computer.
- Disconnect the display cable [1] from the system board.
- Remove the wireless antenna cables from the clips [2] in the top cover.
CAUTION: Support the display assembly when removing the
following screws. Failure to support the display assembly can result in damage
to the display assembly and other computer components.
- Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screws [1] that secure the display assembly to the computer.
- Lift the display assembly straight up and remove it [2].
