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...board ...48 TouchPad button board ...50 Optical drive connector cable ...52 eMMC board ...53 System board ...55 RTC battery ...59 Fan ...61 Heat sink assembly ...63 Power connector cable ...65 Speakers ...66 Display assembly ...67 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ... ...73 Updating the BIOS ...73 Determining the BIOS version ...73 Downloading a BIOS update ...74 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...74 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 75 8 Specifications ...76 Computer specifications ...76 15.6-inch display specifications ...76 Hard drive specifications ...77 viii
...board ...48 TouchPad button board ...50 Optical drive connector cable ...52 eMMC board ...53 System board ...55 RTC battery ...59 Fan ...61 Heat sink assembly ...63 Power connector cable ...65 Speakers ...66 Display assembly ...67 7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) ... ...73 Updating the BIOS ...73 Determining the BIOS version ...73 Downloading a BIOS update ...74 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...74 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 75 8 Specifications ...76 Computer specifications ...76 15.6-inch display specifications ...76 Hard drive specifications ...77 viii
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Category Description Support PS/2 interface Power requirements Supports the following AC adapters: 1M length power cord 45 W HP Smart AC adapter (3-wire, 4.5 mm barrel) Supports the following batteries: ● 4 cell, 41 Whr, 2.8 AH ● 3 cell, 31 Whr, 2.8 AH Security Kensington Security Lock Operating system Preinstalled: Windows 8.1 with...8.1 with Bing image (64 bit) with 2 years 100GB OneDrive Windows 8.1 Ubuntu FreeDOS 2.0 Serviceability End user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery Keyboard (select model replacement only) Memory module Optical drive Hard drive WLAN module 3
Category Description Support PS/2 interface Power requirements Supports the following AC adapters: 1M length power cord 45 W HP Smart AC adapter (3-wire, 4.5 mm barrel) Supports the following batteries: ● 4 cell, 41 Whr, 2.8 AH ● 3 cell, 31 Whr, 2.8 AH Security Kensington Security Lock Operating system Preinstalled: Windows 8.1 with...8.1 with Bing image (64 bit) with 2 years 100GB OneDrive Windows 8.1 Ubuntu FreeDOS 2.0 Serviceability End user replaceable parts: AC adapter Battery Keyboard (select model replacement only) Memory module Optical drive Hard drive WLAN module 3
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...cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects a network cable. ● White: The network is connected. ● Amber: Activity is using battery power. Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up , with connectors facing the slot, insert... HDMI port (7) USB 3.0 ports (8) Memory card reader Description Connects an AC adapter. ● On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Off: The computer is occurring on the network. NOTE: The security cable is designed to cycle on and off during routine...
...cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects a network cable. ● White: The network is connected. ● Amber: Activity is using battery power. Attaches an optional security cable to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up , with connectors facing the slot, insert... HDMI port (7) USB 3.0 ports (8) Memory card reader Description Connects an AC adapter. ● On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Off: The computer is occurring on the network. NOTE: The security cable is designed to cycle on and off during routine...
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Releases the battery. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom Component (1) Battery lock (2) Battery bay (3) Battery release latch (4) Vents (6) (5) Service door Description Locks and unlocks the battery in the battery bay. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Enable airflow to the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot and the memory module slots. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification Provides access to cool internal components. Holds the battery.
Releases the battery. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom Component (1) Battery lock (2) Battery bay (3) Battery release latch (4) Vents (6) (5) Service door Description Locks and unlocks the battery in the battery bay. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Enable airflow to the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot and the memory module slots. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification Provides access to cool internal components. Holds the battery.
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...752237-001 776906-001 776772-001 777664-001 779456-001 776777-001 776775-001 16 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog Item (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) Component Intel Core i3-4005U processor for use with Windows 8.1 Standard Intel Pentium ...8.1 Standard Intel Celeron N2830 processor for use in models without Windows 8.1 Intel Celeron N2830 processor for use with Windows 8.1 Standard Fan RTC battery Heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal material): Power connector (includes bracket): Hard drive connector cable is available in the hardware kit, part number...
...752237-001 776906-001 776772-001 777664-001 779456-001 776777-001 776775-001 16 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog Item (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) (20) (21) (22) Component Intel Core i3-4005U processor for use with Windows 8.1 Standard Intel Pentium ...8.1 Standard Intel Celeron N2830 processor for use in models without Windows 8.1 Intel Celeron N2830 processor for use with Windows 8.1 Standard Fan RTC battery Heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal material): Power connector (includes bracket): Hard drive connector cable is available in the hardware kit, part number...
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... 802.11 bgn 1×1 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 combo adapter 2-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 4-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) RTC battery HDMI to VGA adapter WLAN Realtek RTL8188EE 802.11bgn Wi-Fi Adapter for use on all computer models 18 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
... 802.11 bgn 1×1 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 combo adapter 2-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 4-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) RTC battery HDMI to VGA adapter WLAN Realtek RTL8188EE 802.11bgn Wi-Fi Adapter for use on all computer models 18 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
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... 2 rubber screw covers) Speakers (include subwoofer, speaker cables, and 4 rubber isolators) 45 W HP Smart AC adapter (nPFC, RC, 3-wire, 4.5 mm), nslim Heat sink 4 cell, 41 Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery Power cord for use in the United States, 3-pin, black, 1.00-m Power cord for use...black, 1.00-m Antenna Kit (includes left and right hinges and 2 rubber screw covers) Audio/USB port TouchPad button board (includes cable) 15.6-in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable) Power button board (includes cable) Cover Kit (includes service door and wireless module compartment cover) Sequential part...
... 2 rubber screw covers) Speakers (include subwoofer, speaker cables, and 4 rubber isolators) 45 W HP Smart AC adapter (nPFC, RC, 3-wire, 4.5 mm), nslim Heat sink 4 cell, 41 Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery Power cord for use in the United States, 3-pin, black, 1.00-m Power cord for use...black, 1.00-m Antenna Kit (includes left and right hinges and 2 rubber screw covers) Audio/USB port TouchPad button board (includes cable) 15.6-in the Netherlands (includes keyboard cable) Power button board (includes cable) Cover Kit (includes service door and wireless module compartment cover) Sequential part...
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... (includes TouchPad and cable) Top cover for use in models with eMMC (includes TouchPad and cable) Webcamera/microphone module 3 cell, 31 Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery Base enclosure for use in models without an optical drive DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive (includes bezel, bracket, cable, and screws) System board...
... (includes TouchPad and cable) Top cover for use in models with eMMC (includes TouchPad and cable) Webcamera/microphone module 3 cell, 31 Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery Base enclosure for use in models without an optical drive DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive (includes bezel, bracket, cable, and screws) System board...
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... (1) to unlock the battery and slide the battery release latch (2) to remove it from the computer. Slide the battery in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 2. Holding the battery in the middle, slide the battery (1) straight into the computer until the battery release latch locks into ...power cord from the computer. 3. Turn the computer upside down through the operating system. 2. Battery Description 4 cell, 41-Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery 3 cell, 31 Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery Spare part number 752237-001 776906-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 1.
... (1) to unlock the battery and slide the battery release latch (2) to remove it from the computer. Slide the battery in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 2. Holding the battery in the middle, slide the battery (1) straight into the computer until the battery release latch locks into ...power cord from the computer. 3. Turn the computer upside down through the operating system. 2. Battery Description 4 cell, 41-Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery 3 cell, 31 Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery Spare part number 752237-001 776906-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 1.
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Service door Description Service door is available with the plastics kit. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the service door screws (1) and (2). 2. Lift the door (3). 3. Reset the battery lock (2) to remove. 28 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Spare part number 776781-001 1. Slide the service door (4) forward to the locked position. 2.
Service door Description Service door is available with the plastics kit. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the service door screws (1) and (2). 2. Lift the door (3). 3. Reset the battery lock (2) to remove. 28 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts Spare part number 776781-001 1. Slide the service door (4) forward to the locked position. 2.
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...the computer. 3. If you are replacing it down through the operating system. 2. Turn off or in the same slot. 1. Remove the service door (see Battery on , and then shut it , install the new memory module in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 27). 5. Component replacement procedures 29 Disconnect the power...of the memory module slot to install the memory module. Remove the memory module (2) by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Service door on each side of the memory module. Spread the two retaining tabs (1) on page 28).
...the computer. 3. If you are replacing it down through the operating system. 2. Turn off or in the same slot. 1. Remove the service door (see Battery on , and then shut it , install the new memory module in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 27). 5. Component replacement procedures 29 Disconnect the power...of the memory module slot to install the memory module. Remove the memory module (2) by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Service door on each side of the memory module. Spread the two retaining tabs (1) on page 28).
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...only with a wireless module authorized for Customer Self-Repair parts Turn off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the WLAN module. Remove the battery (see Service door on page 27). 5. NOTE: The #1 WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module "Aux" terminal. 2. ...and replacement procedures for use in your country or region. Remove the WLAN module: 1. Locate the WLAN module (1). Remove the service door (see Battery on page 28). 6. The #2 WLAN antenna cable is off the computer. Remove the Phillips M2.0×2.5 screw (2) that regulates wireless devices ...
...only with a wireless module authorized for Customer Self-Repair parts Turn off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on the WLAN module. Remove the battery (see Service door on page 27). 5. NOTE: The #1 WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module "Aux" terminal. 2. ...and replacement procedures for use in your country or region. Remove the WLAN module: 1. Locate the WLAN module (1). Remove the service door (see Battery on page 28). 6. The #2 WLAN antenna cable is off the computer. Remove the Phillips M2.0×2.5 screw (2) that regulates wireless devices ...
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...: The optical drive spare part kit includes a bezel and bracket. If you are unsure whether the computer is completely removed from the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Battery on the paper clip (2) until the optical drive is off the computer. Remove the optical drive: 1. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the Phillips M2...
...: The optical drive spare part kit includes a bezel and bracket. If you are unsure whether the computer is completely removed from the computer. 3. Remove the battery (see Battery on the paper clip (2) until the optical drive is off the computer. Remove the optical drive: 1. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the Phillips M2...
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...Disconnect all external devices from the display enclosure. If it is necessary to replace the HP Pavilion Notebook display assembly subcomponents, see Battery on page 27). Remove the display bezel (6). Remove the battery (see Display assembly on , and then shut it is necessary to the display ... top edge (5) of the display assembly subcomponents: 1. If you are for replacing the display panel for HP Pavilion Notebook. b. Description Display bezel Display panel, raw (15.6 in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 67. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the...
...Disconnect all external devices from the display enclosure. If it is necessary to replace the HP Pavilion Notebook display assembly subcomponents, see Battery on page 27). Remove the display bezel (6). Remove the battery (see Display assembly on , and then shut it is necessary to the display ... top edge (5) of the display assembly subcomponents: 1. If you are for replacing the display panel for HP Pavilion Notebook. b. Description Display bezel Display panel, raw (15.6 in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 67. Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the...
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Remove the battery (see Battery on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Component replacement procedures 37 Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. If you are unsure ...
Remove the battery (see Battery on , and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Component replacement procedures 37 Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 3. If you are unsure ...
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... power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Service door on page 27), and then remove the following components: a. Remove the service door (see Battery on page 28). Remove the memory module (see Optical drive on page 29). e. Optical drive (see...
... power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Service door on page 27), and then remove the following components: a. Remove the service door (see Battery on page 28). Remove the memory module (see Optical drive on page 29). e. Optical drive (see...
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Turn off or in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 732071-001. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 30). b. WLAN module (see Keyboard on page 40). 44 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Keyboard (see WLAN module ...
Turn off or in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 732071-001. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 30). b. WLAN module (see Keyboard on page 40). 44 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts Keyboard (see WLAN module ...
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... or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 28). Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 40). c. e. Top cover (see WLAN module on page 32). WLAN module (see Top cover on page 27), and then remove the following...
... or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 28). Disconnect the power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 40). c. e. Top cover (see WLAN module on page 32). WLAN module (see Top cover on page 27), and then remove the following...
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... TouchPad ZIF connector, and then disconnect the TouchPad button board cable (1) from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the TouchPad board. 3. d. b. Top cover (see Battery on page 40). If you . 2. Optical drive (see Service door on page 32). Service door (see Optical drive on page 28). c. Remove the Phillips M2...
... TouchPad ZIF connector, and then disconnect the TouchPad button board cable (1) from the computer. 4. Disconnect all external devices from the TouchPad board. 3. d. b. Top cover (see Battery on page 40). If you . 2. Optical drive (see Service door on page 32). Service door (see Optical drive on page 28). c. Remove the Phillips M2...
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... e. Turn off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Memory module (see Battery on page 27), and then remove the following components: a. Before removing the optical drive connector cable, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the ...power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the clip (2) built into the base enclosure. 3. Remove the battery (see Memory module on page 29). Service door (see Optical drive on page 32). Remove the optical drive connector cable: 1. Remove the optical ...
... e. Turn off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Memory module (see Battery on page 27), and then remove the following components: a. Before removing the optical drive connector cable, follow these steps: 1. Disconnect the ...power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the clip (2) built into the base enclosure. 3. Remove the battery (see Memory module on page 29). Service door (see Optical drive on page 32). Remove the optical drive connector cable: 1. Remove the optical ...