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... Changes, and then press enter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update... or cord. Follow the instructions on your computer. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Access the page on the screen to download. 3. Identify...
... Changes, and then press enter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update... or cord. Follow the instructions on your computer. Follow the instructions on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. During the download and installation, follow these instructions: Do not disconnect power from the AC outlet. Access the page on the screen to download. 3. Identify...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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...). It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an optional USB device. 8 Chapter 2 Components Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC...
...). It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an optional USB device. 8 Chapter 2 Components Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media Slot (8) USB port Description Connects an AC...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 2 Components
Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 12 Chapter 2 Components
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...adapter, identifying 12 antennae 11 applications key, Windows 5 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 6 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 6 B battery bay 13 battery bay, identifying 9 battery light, identifying 4 battery release latch, identifying 9 battery, identifying 12 bays battery 9, 13 hard drive 9 Bluetooth label 13 buttons power... Card 9 components additional hardware 12 bottom 9 display 10 front 6 left-side 8 right-side 7 top 2 connector, power 8 cord, power 12 D Digital Media Slot, identifying 8 display switch, identifying 10 drive light, identifying 3 E esc key, identifying 5...
...adapter, identifying 12 antennae 11 applications key, Windows 5 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 6 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 6 B battery bay 13 battery bay, identifying 9 battery light, identifying 4 battery release latch, identifying 9 battery, identifying 12 bays battery 9, 13 hard drive 9 Bluetooth label 13 buttons power... Card 9 components additional hardware 12 bottom 9 display 10 front 6 left-side 8 right-side 7 top 2 connector, power 8 cord, power 12 D Digital Media Slot, identifying 8 display switch, identifying 10 drive light, identifying 3 E esc key, identifying 5...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... √ √ Integrated omnidirectional mono microphone √ √ High-definition, Azalia technology audio √ √ 2 Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers √ √ 56K V.92 38.1-mm (1.5-inch) data/fax modem √ √ Supports ...DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive with auto-detect) Multi-pin AC power √ √ None √ √ 3 Category Diskette drive Web camera Microphone Audio Modem Ethernet..., MMC, MS, MSPro, xD. √ √ With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo.
... √ √ Integrated omnidirectional mono microphone √ √ High-definition, Azalia technology audio √ √ 2 Presario-branded Altec/Lansing speakers √ √ 56K V.92 38.1-mm (1.5-inch) data/fax modem √ √ Supports ...DVD±RW and CD-RW Super Multi Double-Layer Combo Drive with auto-detect) Multi-pin AC power √ √ None √ √ 3 Category Diskette drive Web camera Microphone Audio Modem Ethernet..., MMC, MS, MSPro, xD. √ √ With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo.
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Category Description Keyboard/ pointing devices Power requirements Security Operating system Serviceability Spill-resistant 36.6-cm (14.4-inch) keyboard TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons Supports 2-way scroll Taps enabled as default 65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support 6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh)... Li-ion battery Security cable slot Preinstalled: Windows Vista Premium 32 Windows Vista Home Basic 32 End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive WLAN module Computers equipped with 965GM system board Computers equipped with 960GL system ...
Category Description Keyboard/ pointing devices Power requirements Security Operating system Serviceability Spill-resistant 36.6-cm (14.4-inch) keyboard TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons Supports 2-way scroll Taps enabled as default 65-W AC adapter with localized cable plug support 6-cell, 2.20-Ah (47-Wh)... Li-ion battery Security cable slot Preinstalled: Windows Vista Premium 32 Windows Vista Home Basic 32 End-user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive WLAN module Computers equipped with 965GM system board Computers equipped with 960GL system ...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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.... It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Item (1) (2) Component Power connector Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media... Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent...
.... It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Item (1) (2) Component Power connector Vent (3) RJ-11 (modem) jack (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) External monitor port (6) S-Video-out jack (7) Digital Media... Slot (8) USB port Function Connects an AC adapter. Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W AC adapter Power cords: For use in Australia For use in Europe For use in India For use in Italy For use in the United Kingdom For use the United States Screw Kit ● Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw Spare part number 417220-001 383496-011 383496-021 383496-D61 383496-061 383496-031 383496-001 462408-001 22 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W AC adapter Power cords: For use in Australia For use in Europe For use in India For use in Italy For use in the United Kingdom For use the United States Screw Kit ● Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw ● Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw ● Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw Spare part number 417220-001 383496-011 383496-021 383496-D61 383496-061 383496-031 383496-001 462408-001 22 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
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... in the United States 383496-011 Power cord for use in Australia 383496-021 Power cord for use in Europe 383496-031 Power cord for use in the United Kingdom 383496-061 Power cord for use in Italy 383496-D61 Power cord for use in India 417220-001 65-W AC adapter 441075-001 Broadcom 802.11a...
... in the United States 383496-011 Power cord for use in Australia 383496-021 Power cord for use in Europe 383496-031 Power cord for use in the United Kingdom 383496-061 Power cord for use in Italy 383496-D61 Power cord for use in India 417220-001 65-W AC adapter 441075-001 Broadcom 802.11a...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. All passwords and all external devices connected to the computer. 3. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, ... the RTC battery and reassemble the computer. 8. Turn on page 65). 6. Remove the real-time clock (RTC) battery (see Battery on page 34). 5. Connect AC power to clear the password: NOTE: These steps also clear CMOS. 1. Disconnect all CMOS settings have been cleared. 32 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures Unknown user...
... the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. All passwords and all external devices connected to the computer. 3. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, ... the RTC battery and reassemble the computer. 8. Turn on page 65). 6. Remove the real-time clock (RTC) battery (see Battery on page 34). 5. Connect AC power to clear the password: NOTE: These steps also clear CMOS. 1. Disconnect all CMOS settings have been cleared. 32 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures Unknown user...
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... the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer and remove it is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you are unsure ...
... the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer and remove it is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you are unsure ...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... the battery (see Battery on , and then shut it down the computer. If you . 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Component replacement procedures 35 Remove the four rubber screw covers (1) and the four Phillips...
... the battery (see Battery on , and then shut it down the computer. If you . 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Component replacement procedures 35 Remove the four rubber screw covers (1) and the four Phillips...
Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... procedures 37 Hard drive NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the system board. If you . 2. Remove the battery (see Battery on the hard drive and...
... procedures 37 Hard drive NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the system board. If you . 2. Remove the battery (see Battery on the hard drive and...
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... it up and back, and remove the cover. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.) Component replacement procedures 39 Memory module Description 1024-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2...
... it up and back, and remove the cover. Shut down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.) Component replacement procedures 39 Memory module Description 1024-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2...
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Shut down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.) Component replacement procedures 43 The memory/WLAN module compartment cover is included in Hibernation, turn the computer on the WLAN module. 4. NOTE: ...
Shut down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.) Component replacement procedures 43 The memory/WLAN module compartment cover is included in Hibernation, turn the computer on the WLAN module. 4. NOTE: ...
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Remove the WLAN module (4) by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the slot at an angle. Optical drive NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel and optical drive bracket. Disconnect ...all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by pulling the module away...
Remove the WLAN module (4) by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the slot at an angle. Optical drive NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel and optical drive bracket. Disconnect ...all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by pulling the module away...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... 2 weeks or more, or is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ●... is not charging. ● Off: The battery is charging, the battery meter in use , or not installed. 10 Chapter 2 Using battery power Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. Charging a battery WARNING! NOTE: If the computer is on the computer. ●...
... 2 weeks or more, or is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. The battery light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ●... is not charging. ● Off: The battery is charging, the battery meter in use , or not installed. 10 Chapter 2 Using battery power Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. Charging a battery WARNING! NOTE: If the computer is on the computer. ●...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Turn off . Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲ Connect one of losing information when the computer...
... level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Turn off . Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲ Connect one of losing information when the computer...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... . Leave the computer plugged into the computer. 2. or - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. It is also not necessary to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Click Change advanced...
... . Leave the computer plugged into the computer. 2. or - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. It is also not necessary to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Connect the computer to calibrate a new battery. Click Change advanced...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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.... To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● AC adapter included with the computer ● Optional docking device or expansion product ● Optional power adapter Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING!
.... To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● AC adapter included with the computer ● Optional docking device or expansion product ● Optional power adapter Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING!