Electrostatic Discharge
Service Considerations
Preparation for
Disassembly
Serial Number
Side Access
Panel
Expansion Card
(Modem or Network Card)
Memory Module
Hard Drive
Diskette Drive
Removing the Top
Door
Removing the CD
Storage Door
(Lower Front Panel - Open the CD Storage Door)
Optical and Mass
Storage Devices
(CD, CD-RW and/or DVD Drive, Hard Drive, Disk Drive)
Power Supply
Assembly
Front I/O Board
System Board
Components
(RTC Battery, Microprocessor/Heatsink Assembly) |
Service Considerations
Tool Requirements
- Phillips screwdriver
- Needle-nose pliers
- Flathead screwdriver
- Compaq Utilities software
Screws
The screws used in these products are not
interchangeable. If an incorrect screw is used during the reassembly process, it could
cause damage to the unit. Compaq strongly recommends that all screws removed during the
disassembly process be kept with the corresponding part that was removed, then returned to
their proper locations.
Important |
As each subassembly is removed from the
computer, it should be replaced away from the work area to prevent damage. |
Cables and Connectors
Most cables used throughout the unit
are ribbon cables. These must be handled gently to avoid damage.
Apply only the tension required to seat or unseat the cable insertion
or removal from the connector. Handle cables by the connector whenever
possible. In all cases, avoid bending, twisting, or tearing the cables,
and ensure that they cannot be caught or snagged by parts being removed.
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CAUTION |
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When servicing these computers,
ensure that cables are placed in their proper location during the
reassembly process. Improper cable placement can cause severe damage
to the unit. |
Ribbon Cable Positions Index
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