ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE
SERVICE CONSIDERATIONS
PREPARATION
FOR DISASSEMBLY
SERIAL
NUMBER
SIDE
ACCESS PANEL
EXPANSION
CARD
(Modem or Network Card)
MEMORY
MODULE
HARD
DRIVE
DISK
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
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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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