HP G70 Notebook PC Compaq Presario CQ70 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... 3-2 Display assembly components 3-9 Plastics Kit 3-10 Mass storage devices 3-11 Miscellaneous parts 3-12 Sequential part number listing 3-13 4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements 4-1 Tools required 4-1 Service considerations 4-1 Grounding guidelines 4-2 Unknown user password 4-4 Component replacement procedures 4-5 Serial number 4-5 Computer feet 4-6 Battery 4-6 Optical drive 4-7 Hard drive 4-9 RTC battery 4-11 Memory module 4-12 WLAN module 4-13 Keyboard 4-15 Keyboard cover 4-17 Power button board 4-19 Maintenance and Service Guide...
... 3-2 Display assembly components 3-9 Plastics Kit 3-10 Mass storage devices 3-11 Miscellaneous parts 3-12 Sequential part number listing 3-13 4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements 4-1 Tools required 4-1 Service considerations 4-1 Grounding guidelines 4-2 Unknown user password 4-4 Component replacement procedures 4-5 Serial number 4-5 Computer feet 4-6 Battery 4-6 Optical drive 4-7 Hard drive 4-9 RTC battery 4-11 Memory module 4-12 WLAN module 4-13 Keyboard 4-15 Keyboard cover 4-17 Power button board 4-19 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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... (2) Function Enable airflow to cool internal components. ✎ The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on . ■ Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ■ Off: The computer is off or in the computer are fully charged. Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. If the computer is being accessed. Connects an optional computer headset microphone...
... (2) Function Enable airflow to cool internal components. ✎ The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on . ■ Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ■ Off: The computer is off or in the computer are fully charged. Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. If the computer is being accessed. Connects an optional computer headset microphone...
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...adapter light 3 External monitor port 4 RJ-45 (network) jack 5 HDMI port (select models only) 6 USB port 7 Digital Media Slot (select models only) 8 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Function Connects an AC adapter. ■ On: The computer is connected to external power. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ■ Memory Stick (MS) ■ Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ■ MultiMediaCard (MMC) ■ Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type...
...adapter light 3 External monitor port 4 RJ-45 (network) jack 5 HDMI port (select models only) 6 USB port 7 Digital Media Slot (select models only) 8 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) Function Connects an AC adapter. ■ On: The computer is connected to external power. Connects an optional USB device. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ■ Memory Stick (MS) ■ Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ■ MultiMediaCard (MMC) ■ Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H ■ xD-Picture Card (XD) Type...
HP G70 Notebook PC Compaq Presario CQ70 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... computer serial number to the computer. The serial number is the number you use to determine what components and parts are as many as 82 screws, in years) of your computer. All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. Removal and replacement procedures 7. Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the computer. 8. Connect AC power to HP when requesting information or ordering spare parts. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support...
... computer serial number to the computer. The serial number is the number you use to determine what components and parts are as many as 82 screws, in years) of your computer. All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. Removal and replacement procedures 7. Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the computer. 8. Connect AC power to HP when requesting information or ordering spare parts. The part number helps a service technician to locate documents, drivers, and support...
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Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly. Removal and replacement procedures ✎ The fan/heatsink assembly mounting bracket must be replaced as shown in spare part number 489126-001. The bracket is included in the following illustration when installing the fan/heatsink assembly. Maintenance and Service Guide 4-41 The fan/heatsink assembly mounting bracket is mounted on the opposite side of the system board, with the triangle locator symbols pointing toward the fan.
Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly. Removal and replacement procedures ✎ The fan/heatsink assembly mounting bracket must be replaced as shown in spare part number 489126-001. The bracket is included in the following illustration when installing the fan/heatsink assembly. Maintenance and Service Guide 4-41 The fan/heatsink assembly mounting bracket is mounted on the opposite side of the system board, with the triangle locator symbols pointing toward the fan.
HP G70 Notebook PC Compaq Presario CQ70 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...; Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ❐ Hard drive ❐ USB Diskette on Key ❐ USB Hard drive ❐ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Setup Utility System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology Processor C4 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To...
...; Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ❐ Hard drive ❐ USB Diskette on Key ❐ USB Hard drive ❐ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is called the Primary Hard Disk Self Test. Setup Utility System Configuration menu Select Language Support Button Sound (select models only) Virtualization Technology Processor C4 State (select models only) LAN Power Saving (select models only) Card Reader/1394 Power Saving (select models only) Fan Always On Boot Options To...
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... media cards, product description 1-3 external monitor port location 2-7 pin assignments 9-2 F f11 recovery 8-4 factory state, recovering to 8-1 fan/heatsink assembly removal 4-39 spare part number 4-39 feet locations 4-6 spare part number 4-6 fn key 2-4 front components 2-6 function keys 2-4 G graphics, product description 1-2 grounding equipment 4-4 H hard drive precautions 4-2 product description 1-2 removal 4-9 spare part number 3-5, 3-11, 3-15, 4-9 specifications 6-3 hard drive backup 8-3 hard drive bay 2-9 hard drive bracket, removal 4-10 hard drive cover illustration 3-3, 3-10 removal...
... media cards, product description 1-3 external monitor port location 2-7 pin assignments 9-2 F f11 recovery 8-4 factory state, recovering to 8-1 fan/heatsink assembly removal 4-39 spare part number 4-39 feet locations 4-6 spare part number 4-6 fn key 2-4 front components 2-6 function keys 2-4 G graphics, product description 1-2 grounding equipment 4-4 H hard drive precautions 4-2 product description 1-2 removal 4-9 spare part number 3-5, 3-11, 3-15, 4-9 specifications 6-3 hard drive backup 8-3 hard drive bay 2-9 hard drive bracket, removal 4-10 hard drive cover illustration 3-3, 3-10 removal...
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... media cards 1-3 graphics 1-2 hard drives 1-2 keyboard 1-4 memory module 1-2 microphone 1-3 modem module 1-3 operating system 1-4 optical drives 1-3 panel 1-2 ports 1-3 power requirements 1-4 processors 1-1 product name 1-1 security 1-4 serviceability 1-4 TouchPad 2-5 video 2-7 webcam 1-3 wireless 1-3 product name 1-1 R rear components 2-6 recovery methods f11 recovery 8-4 recovery discs 8-4 Recovery Manager 8-4 recovery partition 8-4 removal/replacement preliminaries 4-1 procedures 4-5 restore points 8-3 restoring factory settings 5-2 right-side components 2-8 RJ-11 (modem) jack location...
... media cards 1-3 graphics 1-2 hard drives 1-2 keyboard 1-4 memory module 1-2 microphone 1-3 modem module 1-3 operating system 1-4 optical drives 1-3 panel 1-2 ports 1-3 power requirements 1-4 processors 1-1 product name 1-1 security 1-4 serviceability 1-4 TouchPad 2-5 video 2-7 webcam 1-3 wireless 1-3 product name 1-1 R rear components 2-6 recovery methods f11 recovery 8-4 recovery discs 8-4 Recovery Manager 8-4 recovery partition 8-4 removal/replacement preliminaries 4-1 procedures 4-5 restore points 8-3 restoring factory settings 5-2 right-side components 2-8 RJ-11 (modem) jack location...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the HP Web site. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To update the software, follow these steps, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for more information. 2. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series...
... the HP Web site. NOTE: The computer system BIOS is connected to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. To update the software, follow these steps, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to Windows Help for more information. 2. Refer to improve the security of your computer model, product category, and series...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. b. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your computer. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your hard drive. You may need to an optional power source. To use the Setup Utility for Startup Menu...
... Support, and then click the link for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. Make a note of the date, name, or other system information is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site that is displayed. 3. b. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your computer. To download a BIOS update: 1. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your hard drive. You may need to an optional power source. To use the Setup Utility for Startup Menu...
Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... the device. 4 Updating software Click Install now to your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later. or - If you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. To do so, restart your computer. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Click your hard drive. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific...
... the device. 4 Updating software Click Install now to your computer after the installation is displayed, click an updated driver to download the driver and install it later. or - If you may be able to open a window containing additional information. 6. To do so, restart your computer. Click the option for software and driver downloads, type your operating system. 5. Click your hard drive. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on your specific...
Wireless (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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... WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to improve the security of your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN...
... WLAN device is properly installed on troubleshooting WLANs, refer to improve the security of your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to the Web site links provided in Help and Support. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting wireless connection problems If no WLAN device is not properly installed. Refer to Help and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. You may include the term wireless, wireless LAN...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Depending on -screen instructions. Follow the on the size of your hard drive at any time. After you use . Using Disk Defragmenter 9 Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you start it, it to run Disk Cleanup: 1. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to your permission or password for...
... and Support for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Depending on -screen instructions. Follow the on the size of your hard drive at any time. After you use . Using Disk Defragmenter 9 Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Defragmenter. 2. 3 Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you start it, it to run Disk Cleanup: 1. NOTE: Windows® includes the User Account Control feature to your permission or password for...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... use Microsoft Update: 1. Open your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your Internet browser and go to do so, restart your hard drive. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. Click Microsoft Update to get the latest updates for updates to install Microsoft Update. Click Security & Updates. 3. Follow the on your computer. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Click Change settings...
... use Microsoft Update: 1. Open your specific product from the models listed. 4. Click your Internet browser and go to do so, restart your hard drive. When prompted, click Save and then select a storage location on -screen instructions to the Windows operating system and other Microsoft products. 6. Click Microsoft Update to get the latest updates for updates to install Microsoft Update. Click Security & Updates. 3. Follow the on your computer. 18 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Click Change settings...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
... 6 D device drivers HP drivers 17 Windows drivers 18 Disk Cleanup software 9 Disk Defragmenter software 9 disk performance 9 drives caring for 1 hard 10, 11 optical 2 drives, optical drive 3 DVD burning 7, 16 changing region setting 6 copying 7 drive 2 playing 5 removing 8 DVD drive 3 H hard disk drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 hard drive installing 11 removing 10 replacing 10 M maintenance Disk Cleanup 9 Disk Defragmenter 9 O optical disc Blu-ray 5 removing 8 using 3, 4 optical drive identifying 2 P playing a CD or DVD 5 R region codes, DVD 6 S software Disk Cleanup 9 Disk...
Multimedia - Windows Vista
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... graphics card is installed on your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the HDMI port on your computer, and for best results use DVD Play as a high-definition television, or any other end of graphics card installed on the computer keyboard. - Plug one HDMI device connected to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer ▲ Check the label on your media program. Select Start...
... graphics card is installed on your computer, and then configure the default audio playback device according to the HDMI port on your computer, and for best results use DVD Play as a high-definition television, or any other end of graphics card installed on the computer keyboard. - Plug one HDMI device connected to an optional video or audio device, such as your computer ▲ Check the label on your media program. Select Start...
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... enter, and follow the instructions provided. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Proceed to install. 7. After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to step 6. 3. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click your hard drive. or - On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings...
... enter, and follow the instructions provided. This Windows feature can obtain the latest Windows device drivers by User Account Control, click Continue. 26 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Update. 2. Proceed to install. 7. After the file is downloaded, navigate to the folder where the file was stored, and double-click the file to step 6. 3. To use the HP Update Utility: 1. Click your hard drive. or - On the HP Welcome screen, click Settings...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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.... 5. Connect the computer to Never. 9. Record the Turn off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings listed in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 8. Change the On battery setting to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! The battery light on the computer turns on...
.... 5. Connect the computer to Never. 9. Record the Turn off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings listed in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it after the calibration. 8. Change the On battery setting to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! The battery light on the computer turns on...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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...-screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is off . You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully recharged. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep...
...-screen instructions. 16 Chapter 2 Using battery power Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is off . You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is fully recharged. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep...
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...Start, and then click the arrow next to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Shutting down the computer Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access...computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to the Lock button. 3. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. 4 ...
...Start, and then click the arrow next to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Shutting down the computer Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access...computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to the Lock button. 3. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. 4 ...