Maintenance
& Service Guide
Presario 305 Model
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Preface
This Maintenance and Service Guide is a
troubleshooting reference that can be used when servicing the Compaq Presario 305 Model
Portable Computers. Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the
Compaq Presario 305 Model Portable Computers without notice.
Symbols
The following words and symbols mark special messages
throughout this guide.
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WARNING: Text
set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could
result in bodily harm or loss of life. |
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CAUTION: Text
set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage
to equipment or loss of data. |
IMPORTANT: |
Text set off in this manner
presents clarifying information or specific instructions. |
NOTE: |
Text set off in this manner
presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of information. |
Technician Notes
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WARNING: Only
authorized technicians trained by Compaq should repair this equipment. All troubleshooting
and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly/module level repair. Because
of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, the user should not attempt
to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed circuit
board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any indications of component
replacement or printed circuit board modifications may void any warranty. |

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WARNING: The
computer is designed to be electrically grounded. To ensure proper operation, plug the AC
power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet only. |

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CAUTION: To
properly ventilate the system, you must provide at least 3 inches (7.62 cm) of clearance
on the left and right sides of the computer. |
Serial Number
When requesting information or ordering spare parts, the
computer serial number should be provided to Compaq. The serial number is located on the bottom of the computer.
Locating Additional Information
The following documentation is available to
support this product:
- Compaq Presario 305 Model Portable Computer
documentation set
- Introducing Windows 98 Guide
- Compaq Service Training Guides
- Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins
- Compaq QuickFind
- Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide
- Compaq Internet site at http://Compaq.com
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