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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.

WARNING.GIF (918 bytes) 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.
CAUTION.GIF (182 bytes) 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

WARNING.GIF (918 bytes) 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.

WARNING.GIF (918 bytes)

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.

 

CAUTION.GIF (182 bytes)

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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