HP 15 Laptop PC (Intel) HP 15g Laptop PC HP 15q Laptop PC Maintenance and Service Guide
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation.
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Table of contents 1 Product description ....................................................................................................................................... 1 2 Getting to know your computer ...................................................................................................................... 7 Right side ...............................................................................................................................................................
Optical drive ....................................................................................................................................... 36 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts ................................................... 39 Component replacement procedures .................................................................................................................. 39 Display subcomponents (bezel, panel, camera) .................................
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 94 Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 95 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 96 9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) .......................................................................................................
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1 Product description Category Description Product name HP 15 Laptop PC (Intel) * Model numbers: 15-bs0xx, 15-bs1xx, 15-bs2xx, 15-bs5xx, 15-bs6xx, 15-bs7xx, 15-ra0xx, 15-ra1xx HP 15g Laptop PC * Model numbers: 15g-br0xx, 15g-br1xx HP 15q Laptop PC * Model numbers: 15q-bu0xx, 15q-bu1xx HP 15t Laptop PC * Model numbers: 15t-bs0xx, 15t-bs1xx Processor 8th generation Intel® Core™ processors Intel Core i7-8550U (1.8-GHz, turbo up to 4.0 GHz, 8-MB L3 cache, 2400-MHz, quad, 15W) Intel Core i5-8250U (1.
Category Description Graphics Internal graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620 (8th generation Intel core processors) Intel UHD Graphics 605 (Intel Pentium Silver N5000 processor) Intel UHD Graphics 600 (Intel Celeron N4000 processor) Intel HD Graphics 620 (7th generation Intel Core processors) Intel HD Graphics 610 (Intel Pentium Gold 4415U processor) Intel HD Graphics 520 (6th generation Intel Core processors) Intel HD Graphics 505 (Intel Pentium N4200 processor) Intel HD Graphics 500 (Intel Celeron N3350 proc
Category Description Supports up to 4 GB (4096×1) of DDR4-2400 single channel support (Intel Pentium Silver N5000, Celeron N4000 processors) Supports up to 8 GB of DDR3L-1600 single channel support (5th generation Intel Core, Intel Pentium N3710/N4200, Celeron N3060/N3350 processors) in the following configurations: Hard drives ● 8192-MB total system memory (8192×1) ● 4096-MB total system memory (4096×1) ● 2048-MB total system memory (2048×1) Supports 6.35-cm (2.5-in) SATA hard drives in 9.5-mm (.
Category Description HP Audio Control Ethernet Integrated 10/100/1000 network interface card (NIC) Wireless Network Integrated wireless options with single antenna (M.2/PCIe): Compatible with Miracast-certified devices Support for the following WLAN formats: ● Realtek RTL 8188EE 802.11 bgn 1x1 WiFi Adapter ● Realtek RTL8723DE 802.11 bgn 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adapter ● Realtek RTL8723BE-VB 802.11b/g/n 1x1 Wi-Fi + BT4.0 Combo Adapter ● Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9461 802.
Category Description 45-W (models with UMA graphics) 1 meter power cord Batteries (cylindrical) 4-cell, 41-Whr Li-ion battery 3-cell, 31-Whr Li-ion battery Security fTPM 2.
Category Description AC adapter Battery Optical drive 6 Chapter 1 Product description
2 Getting to know your computer Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where they're located, and how they work. Right side Component (1) Description Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display and other unneeded components. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
Left side Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) AC adapter and battery light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the battery has reached a low battery level. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The battery is not charging. (3) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
Display Component Description (1) WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLANs). (2) Camera light On: One or more cameras are in use. (3) Camera Allows you to video chat, record video, and record still images. Some cameras also allow a facial recognition logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. NOTE: Camera functions vary depending on the camera hardware and software installed on your product.
Keyboard area TouchPad Component 10 Description (1) TouchPad zone Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. (2) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
Lights Component Description (1) Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on, which switches the key input to all capital letters. (2) Mute light ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on.
Button Component Power button Description ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation. CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button results in the loss of unsaved information.
Special keys Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes specific functions when pressed in combination with another key. (3) Windows key Opens the Start menu. NOTE: (4) Action keys Pressing the Windows key again will close the Start menu. Execute frequently used system functions. NOTE: On select products, the f5 action key turns the keyboard backlight feature off or on.
Action keys An action key performs the function indicated by the icon on the key. To determine which keys are on your product, see Special keys on page 13. ▲ Icon To use an action key, press and hold the key. Description Opens the HP Support Assistant app. Decreases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key. Increases the screen brightness incrementally as long as you hold down the key. Switches the screen image between display devices connected to the system.
Bottom Component Description (1) Battery lock Locks the battery in the battery bay. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) Battery release latch Releases the battery. (4) Speakers (2) Produce sound. (5) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the computer, inside the battery bay, under the service door, or on the back of the display. ● Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer.
3 Illustrated parts catalog Computer major components NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Item Component Spare part number (1) Display assembly (touch or non-touch) not spared NOTE: For display assembly spare part information, see Display assembly subcomponents on page 23. (2) Top cover/keyboard NOTE: For a detailed list of keyboard country codes, see Top cover/keyboard on page 86.
Item Component Spare part number Heat sink assembly (includes replacement thermal materials) (9) For use in models with UMA graphics and Intel Pentium or Celeron processors 924977-001 (10) For use in models with UMA graphics memory and 6th or 7th generation Intel Core processors 924975-001 (11) For use in models with discrete graphics memory and Intel Pentium or Celeron processors 924978-001 (11) For use in models with discrete graphics memory and 6th or 7th generation Intel Core processors 92
Item Component (22) System board (includes replacement thermal materials) Spare part number All system boards use the following part numbers: xxxxxx-001: Non-Windows operating systems xxxxxx-601: Windows 10 operating system For use in models with discrete graphics memory: ● Intel Core i7-8550U processor and 4 GB of discrete graphics memory L10346-xx1 ● Intel Core i7-7500U processor and 4 GB of discrete graphics memory 924759-xx1 ● Intel Core i7-7500U processor and 2 GB of discrete graphics memor
Item Component Spare part number ● Intel Celeron N3060 processor (fOFR) L19048-xx1 ● Intel Celeron N3060 processor 924753-xx1 939605-xx1 (23) Speakers (includes left and right speakers and cable) (24) Battery 925306-001 4-cell, 41-Whr, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery 919701-850 3-cell, 31-Whr, 2.
Item Component Spare part number ● Amethyst purple 924905-001 ● Pale mint 924906-001 ● Jet black 924907-001 ● Snow white 924908-001 ● Empress red 924913-001 ● Rose gold 924914-001 ● Plum burgundy 941219-001 For use in models without an optical drive: 22 ● Pike silver 924909-001 ● Silk gold 924910-001 ● Smoke gray 924911-001 ● Marine blue 924912-001 ● Jet black 924915-001 ● Snow white 924916-001 ● Empress red 926295-001 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
Display assembly subcomponents Item Component Spare part number (1) Display bezel 924925-001 (2) Camera/microphone module (3) (4) HD 919471-006 VGA 919472-006 Raw display panel (39.6-cm [15.
Item (5) Spare part number Left, white, for use in defeatured models 924986-001 Right, white, for use in defeatured models 924987-001 Left, rose gold, for use in full featured models 932782-001 Right, rose gold, for use in full featured models 932783-001 Left, plum burgundy, for use in full-featured models 941518-001 Right, plum burgundy, for use in full-featured models 941519-001 Left, silk gold, for use in full-featured models L02819-001 Right, silk gold, for use in full-featured models
Cables Item Component Spare part number (1) Hard drive connector board cable 924927-001 (2) TouchPad button board cable 924934-001 (3) TouchPad cable 924928-001 (4) USB board cable 924929-001 (5) Power button board cable 924933-001 (6) Optical drive connector board cable 924926-001 Cables 25
Mass storage devices 26 Item Component Spare part number (1) Optical drive (DVD+/-RW Double-Layer SuperMulti) 920417-008 (2) Optical drive bezel Pike silver 924917-001 Silk gold 924918-001 Smoke gray 924919-001 Marine blue 924920-001 Amethyst purple 924921-001 Pale mint 924922-001 Jet black 924923-001 Snow white 924924-001 Empress red 926296-001 Rose gold 926297-001 Plum burgundy 941220-001 (3) Optical drive bracket 924979-001 (4) Solid-state drive, M.
Item Component Spare part number Value SSD: ● 256 GB 865902-017 ● 128 GB 827560-048 TLC SSD: (5) (6) ● 512 GB 763008-017 ● 256 GB 760615-043 ● 128 GB 759848-024 Hard drive, SATA; does not include brackets, connector board, or cable): 2-TB, 5400-rpm 912487-855 1-TB, 5400-rpm 778192-005 500-GB, 5400-rpm 778186-005 Hard drive bracket 924980-001 Miscellaneous parts Component Spare part number HP Smart AC adapter (4.
Component Spare part number For use in South Africa 920688-010 For use in South Korea 920688-013 For use in Switzerland 920688-009 For use in Taiwan 920688-015 For use in Thailand 920688-012 For use in the United Kingdom 920688-006 Power adapter For use in Japan 226768-001 Screw Kit 28 Black 925005-001 Silver 925006-001 HP HDMI to VGA Adapter 701943-001 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screwdriver ● Magnetic screwdriver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.
Drive handling CAUTION: Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Before handling a drive, be sure that you are discharged of static electricity.
Typical electrostatic voltage levels Relative humidity Event 10% 40% 55% Walking across carpet 35,000 V 15,000 V 7,500 V Walking across vinyl floor 12,000 V 5,000 V 3,000 V Motions of bench worker 6,000 V 800 V 400 V Removing DIPS from plastic tube 2,000 V 700 V 400 V Removing DIPS from vinyl tray 11,500 V 4,000 V 2,000 V Removing DIPS from Styrofoam 14,500 V 5,000 V 3,500 V Removing bubble pack from PCB 26,500 V 20,000 V 7,000 V Packing PCBs in foam-lined box 21,000 V 11,0
Equipment guidelines Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation. ● When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times. On grounded mats with banana-plug connectors, use alligator clips to connect a wrist strap.
5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts CAUTION: The Customer Self-Repair program is not available in all locations. Installing a part not supported by the Customer Self-Repair program may void your warranty. Check your warranty to determine if Customer Self-Repair is supported in your location. NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.
Battery Description Spare part number 4-cell, 41-Whr, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery 919701-850 3-cell, 31-Whr, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery 919700-850 919700-851 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
To replace the battery, align the battery so it is parallel to the rear of the computer, and then push the battery into the battery bay until it snaps into place (1). Slide the battery lock latch (2) to lock the battery.
Optical drive Description Spare part number DVD+/-RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive 920417-008 Optical drive bracket 924979-001 Optical drive bezel Pike silver 924917-001 Silk gold 924918-001 Smoke gray 924919-001 Marine blue 924920-001 Amethyst purple 924921-001 Pale mint 924922-001 Jet black 924923-001 Snow white 924924-001 Empress red 924296-001 Rose gold 924297-001 Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer.
2. Remove the optical drive (2) by sliding it out of the optical drive bay. 3. If it is necessary to remove the optical drive bezel, insert a paper clip into the release hole (1) to disengage the bezel. Press the tab (2) to release the bezel from the drive. Rotate the side of the bezel (3), and the remove it (4).
4. If it is necessary to replace the bracket on the rear of the optical drive, remove the Phillips PM2.0×2.5 screw (1) that secures the bracket to the drive, and then remove the bracket (2). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the optical drive.
6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts CAUTION: Components described in this chapter should only be accessed by an authorized service provider. Accessing these parts can damage the computer or void the warranty. NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
b. 3. 40 Remove the display bezel (4). To remove the camera/microphone module: a. Position the display assembly with the top edge toward you. b. Pry up to disengage the camera/microphone module from the adhesive that secures it to the display (1). c. Disconnect the cable (2) from the module. d. Remove the tape from the enclosure (3). Replacement cameras come with tape already installed.
4. To remove the display panel: a. Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the display panel to the top of the enclosure. b. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the display panel to the bottom of the enclosure. c. Lift the hinges up and move aside enough to be able to rotate the panel up and over (3). d. Rotate the display panel onto the keyboard (4) to gain access to the display cable connection on the back of the panel. e.
f. Remove the display panel from the computer (2). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly components.
Rubber feet Description Spare part number Rubber feet, upper Asteroid silver 931599-001 Dark ash silver 931600-001 Silk gold 924998-001 Marine blue 925000-001 Amethyst purple 925001-001 Pale mint 925002-001 Empress red 926298-001 Rose gold 926299-001 Plum burgundy 941520-001 Rubber feet, lower Asteroid silver 931601-001 Dark ash silver 931602-001 Silk gold 925299-001 Marine blue 925301-001 Amethyst purple 925302-001 Pale mint 925303-001 Empress red 926300-001 Rose gold 926
Reverse this procedure to install the rubber feet.
Bottom cover Description Spare part number Bottom cover for use in models with an optical drive: ● Pike silver 924901-001 ● Silk gold 924902-001 ● Smoke gray 924903-001 ● Marine blue 924904-001 ● Amethyst purple 924905-001 ● Pale mint 924906-001 ● Jet black 924907-001 ● Snow white 924908-001 ● Empress red 924913-001 ● Rose gold 924914-001 ● Plum burgundy 941219-001 Bottom cover for use in models without an optical drive: ● Pike silver 924909-001 ● Silk gold 924910-001
3. 46 Remove the 9 Phillips PM2.5×11.0 screws (2) that secure the bottom cover to the computer.
4. Start prying at the front of the computer and work around to the back to separate the bottom cover from computer (1), and then remove the bottom cover (2). Reverse this procedure to install the bottom cover.
WLAN module Description Spare part number Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 802.11AC 2x2 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adapter (non-vPro) 901229-855 Realtek RTL8723DE 802.11 bgn 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adapter 927230-855 Realtek RTL 8188EE 802.11 bgn 1x1 WiFi Adapter 927235-855 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 802.11 ac 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adapter 863934-855 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9461 802.
3. Remove the WLAN module by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle (3). NOTE: If the WLAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WLAN module, the protective sleeves must be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following illustration. Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
Memory module Description Spare part number Memory module (PC3L-1600) For use in models with Intel Pentium and Celeron processors: 8-GB 693374-005 4-GB 691740-005 2-GB 691739-005 Memory module (PC4-2400) For use in models with 6th and 7th generation Intel Core processors: 8-GB 862398-855 4-GB 862397-855 2-GB 864271-855 Before removing a memory module, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer.
2. Remove the memory module (2) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle. Reverse this procedure to install a memory module.
Optical drive connector board Description Spare part number Optical drive connector board 924990-001 Optical drive cable 924926-001 Before removing the optical drive connector board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
Hard drive and hard drive connector board NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket, cable, or connector board. Description Spare part number Hard drives: 2-TB, 5400-rpm 912487-855 1-TB, 5400-rpm 778192-005 500-GB, 5400-rpm 778186-005 Hard drive bracket 924980-001 Before removing the hard drive, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer.
54 3. Pull the hard drive assembly away from connector to remove it (3). 4. To remove the hard drive bracket, remove the two Phillips PM3.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the bracket to the hard drive. 5. Remove the hard drive bracket from the hard drive (2). 6. To remove the hard drive connector board, disconnect the cable from the board (1). 7. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the hard drive board to the computer.
8. Remove the hard drive board from the computer (3). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.
M.2 solid-state drive adapter bracket and connector board NOTE: You can install an M.2 solid-state drive into the hard drive bay using an adapter bracket and connector board. Description Spare part number Solid-state drive board 924992-001 Solid-state drive bracket 924981-001 Before removing the solid-state drive adapter bracket and connector board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer.
5. Lift the adapter bracket out of the computer (5) Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the solid-state drive adapter bracket and connector board.
Solid-state drive (SSD) Description Spare part number Value SSD: 256 GB 865902-017 128 GB 827560-048 TLC SSD: 512 GB 763008-017 256 GB 760615-043 128 GB 759848-024 Before removing the solid-state drive, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery 922847-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. 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.
Speakers Description Spare part number Speakers (includes left and right speakers and cable) 925306-001 Before removing the speakers, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
USB board Description Spare part number USB board 924991-001 USB board cable 924929-001 Before removing the USB board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
Fan Description Spare part number Fan 925012-001 NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least 7.6 cm (3.0 in) of clearance on the left side of the computer. The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by a temperature sensor and is designed to turn on automatically when high temperature conditions exist.
4. Remove the fan from the computer (4). Reverse this procedure to install the fan.
Heat sink assembly NOTE: The heat sink assembly spare part kit includes replacement thermal materials.
Discrete graphics ● Discrete graphics Thermal paste is used on the processor and associated heat sink area (1)(2), as well as the graphics chip and associated heat sink area (3)(4).
4. UMA graphics ● 66 UMA graphics Thermal paste is used on the heat sink (1) and the processor (2).
5. UMA graphics (fanless) ● UMA graphics (fanless) Thermal paste is used on the heat sink (1) and the processor (2). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the heat sink assembly.
TouchPad button board Description Spare part number TouchPad button board L07306-001 TouchPad button board cable 924934-001 TouchPad cable 924928-001 Before removing the TouchPad button board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
System board NOTE: The system board spare part kit includes replacement thermal materials.
Description Spare part number ● Intel Celeron N4000 processor L19049-xx1 ● Intel Celeron N3350 processor 934911-xx1 ● Intel Celeron N3060 processor (fOFR) L19048-xx1 ● Intel Celeron N3060 processor 924753-xx1 939605-xx1 Before removing the system board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2.
2. Remove the six Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the system board to the computer. 3. Rotate the side of the board upward (2), and then lift the system board out of the computer (3). Reverse this procedure to install the system board.
Display assembly This section describes removing the display assembly and disassembling display subcomponents. You must remove the display from the computer to disassemble display subcomponents. Before removing the display assembly, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
5. Separate the display from the computer (6). If it is necessary to replace any of the display assembly subcomponents: 1. To remove the display bezel: a. Flex the inside of the top edge (1), the left and right edges (2), and the bottom edge (3) of the display bezel until the bezel disengages from the display enclosure. NOTE: When removing the bezel from the bottom of the display (3), be careful not to peel the Mylar from the bottom of the display panel.
b. Remove the display bezel (4). NOTE: The display will not be connected to the computer as shown in the following image. 2. 74 To remove the camera/microphone module: a. Position the display assembly with the top edge toward you. b. Pry up to disengage the camera/microphone module from the adhesive that secures it to the display (1). c. Disconnect the cable (2) from the module.
d. 3. Remove the tape from the enclosure (3). Replacement cameras come with tape already installed. To remove the display panel: a. Remove the four Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the display panel to the top of the enclosure. b. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (2) that secure the display panel to the bottom of the enclosure. c. Lift the hinges up and move aside enough to be able to rotate the panel up and over (3).
d. Rotate the display panel onto the keyboard (4) to gain access to the display cable connection on the back of the panel. NOTE: The display will not be connected to the computer as shown in the following image. e. On the back of the display panel, release the adhesive strip that secures the display panel cable to the display panel, and then disconnect the cable (1). f. Remove the display panel from the computer (2).
a. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw (1) that secures each hinge cover to the display enclosure. b. Slide the left hinge cover toward the left and remove while threading the cable through the hinge cover (2). c. Slide the right hinge cover toward the right to remove (3). d. Remove the two broadhead Phillips PM2.5×2.5 screws (1) and the broadhead PM2.5×3.0 screw (2) that secure each hinge to the bottom of the display enclosure.
e. 78 Remove the display hinges (3).
5. To remove the wireless antennas an cables, release the cables from the clips built into the side of the display enclosure (1), and then remove the antennas and cables (2). When installing the antennas, use the following image to determine correct installation locations at the top of the display enclosure.
6. 80 To remove the display/camera cable, remove the cable from the clips built into the side of the display enclosure (1), and then remove the cable from the display enclosure (2).
7. Use the following image to determine proper cable routing around the left hinge for the camera/display cable and the wireless antenna cables. (1): Camera cable routing path (2): Display/camera cable routing path (3): Antenna cable routing path 8. If replacing the display enclosure, be sure that the subcomponents (including the camera/microphone module, the antenna receivers, and all associated cables and hardware) are transferred to the new enclosure.
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Power connector cable Description Spare part number Power connector cable 931613-001 Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
Power button board Description Spare part number Power button board 924994-001 Power button board cable 924933-001 Before removing the power button board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3.
Cable locations Description Spare part number TouchPad cable 924928-001 Hard drive cable 924927-001 USB board cable 924929-001 Optical drive connector board cable 924926-001 Power button board cable 924933-001 Use the following image to determine properly cable location and routing.
Top cover/keyboard The top cover/keyboard spare part remains after all other spare parts have been removed. The top cover/keyboard spare part kit includes the keyboard, keyboard cable and the keyboard backlight cable (if equipped). In this section, the first table provides the main spare part number for the keyboard. The second table provides the country codes. NOTE: All top cover/keyboard spare part kits include TouchPad.
For use in country or region Spare part number For use in country or region Spare part number For use in country or region Spare part number Greece -151 Russia -251 United Kingdom -031 Hungary -211 Saudi Arabia -171 United States -001 Component replacement procedures 87
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7 Using Setup Utility (BIOS) Setup Utility, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Setup Utility (BIOS) includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the computer, and the amount of system and extended memory.
Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source.
8 Backing up, restoring, and recovering This chapter provides information about the following processes. The information in the chapter is standard procedure for most products. ● Creating recovery media and backups ● Restoring and recovering your system For additional information, refer to the HP Support Assistant app. ▲ Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. ‒ or – Select the question mark icon in the taskbar.
You can use Windows tools to create system restore points and create backups of personal information, see Using Windows tools on page 92. ● If your computer does list the Recovery partition and the Windows partition, you can use HP Recovery Manager to create recovery media after you successfully set up the computer. HP Recovery media can be used to perform system recovery if the hard drive becomes corrupted.
Restore and recovery There are several options for recovering your system. Choose the method that best matches your situation and level of expertise: IMPORTANT: ● Windows offers several options for restoring from backup, refreshing the computer, and resetting the computer to its original state. For more information see the Get started app. ▲ ● Not all methods are available on all products. Select the Start button, and then select the Get started app.
website. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of your personal data. Before beginning recovery, back up any personal data you want to retain. Using HP Recovery media, you can choose from one of the following recovery options: NOTE: Only the options available for your computer display when you start the recovery process.
Changing the computer boot order If your computer does not restart in HP Recovery Manager, you can change the computer boot order, which is the order of devices listed in BIOS where the computer looks for startup information. You can change the selection to an optical drive or a USB flash drive. To change the boot order: IMPORTANT: For a tablet with a detachable keyboard, connect the tablet to the keyboard base before beginning these steps. 1. Insert the HP Recovery media. 2.
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) HP Recovery Manager software allows you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive space. IMPORTANT: After you remove the HP Recovery partition, you will not be able to perform System Recovery or create HP Recovery media from the HP Recovery partition. So before you remove the Recovery partition, create HP Recovery media; see Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) on page 91.
9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine whether the computer hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs outside the operating system so that it can isolate hardware failures from issues that are caused by the operating system or other software components.
3. Enter the product name or number. – or – Select Identify now to let HP automatically detect your product. 4. Select your computer, and then select your operating system. 5. In the Diagnostic section, follow the on-screen instructions to select and download the UEFI version you want. Additional BIOS crisis recovery tool HP provides a BIOS crisis recovery tool through the HP PC Hardware Diagnostics 3-in-1 USB key.
10 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Depth 253.8 mm 9.99 in Width 380.0 mm 14.9 in Height 23.8 mm 0.94 in 3 cell battery 1861 g 4.10 lb 4 cell battery 1908 g 4.21 lb 3 cell battery 2053 g 4.53 lb 4 cell battery 2100 g 4.63 lb Dimensions (touch models) Weight (configurations with SSD only) Weight (configurations with SSD+HDD only) Input power Operating voltage and current 19.5 V dc @ 3.33 A – 65 W 19.5 V dc @ 2.
39.6-cm (15.6-in) display specifications Metric U.S. Active diagonal size 39.6-cm 15.6-in Resolution 1366x768 (HD) 1920x1080 (FHD) Surface treatment BrightView Anti glare Brightness 200 nits (touch) 220 nits (non-touch) Viewing angle SVA Backlight WLED Graphics adapter eDP Thickness 3.2 mm (touch) 3.
Hard drive specifications 2-TB* 1-TB* 500-GB* Height 9.5 mm or 7.2 mm 9.5 mm or 7.2 mm 7.0 mm Length 100.4 mm 100.4 mm 100.6 mm Width 69.9 mm 69.9 mm 70.1 mm Weight 130.0 g 107.0 g 92.0 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA Synchronous (maximum) 300 MB/sec 300 MB/sec 300 MB/sec Security ATA security ATA security ATA security Single track 2.0 ms 2.
M.2 solid-state drive specifications 128-GB* 256-GB* 512-GB* Width 1 mm 1 mm 1.5 mm Length 50.8 mm 50.8 mm 80.0 mm Width 28.9 mm 28.9 mm 22.
DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications Component Value Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CDROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (PhotoCD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CDEXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVDR, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM CD-R and CD-RW Center hole diameter DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM 1.5 cm (0.59 in) Disc diameter Standard disc 12 cm (4.72 in) Mini disc 8 cm (3.
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11 Power cord set requirements The wide-range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts ac, or from 220 to 240 volts ac. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased. Power cord sets for use in other countries and regions must meet the requirements of the country or region where the computer is used.
Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number Argentina IRAM 1 Australia SAA 1 Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBEC 1 Brazil ABNT 1 Canada CSA 2 Chile IMQ 1 Denmark DEMKO 1 Finland FIMKO 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 India ISI 1 Israel SII 1 Italy IMQ 1 Japan JIS 3 The Netherlands KEMA 1 New Zealand SANZ 1 Norway NEMKO 1 The People's Republic of China CCC 4 Saudi Arabia SASO 7 Singapore PSB 1 So
Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number 3. The appliance coupler, flexible cord, and wall plug must bear a “T” mark and registration number in accordance with the Japanese Dentori Law. The flexible cord must be Type VCTF, 3-conductor, 0.75mm2 or 1.25mm2 conductor size. The wall plug must be a two-pole grounding type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (7 A, 125 V ac) configuration. 4. The flexible cord must be Type RVV, 3-conductor, 0.75mm2 conductor size.
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12 Recycling When a non-rechargeable or rechargeable battery has reached the end of its useful life, do not dispose of the battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/recycle.
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Index A AC adapter and battery light, identifying 8 action keys identifying 13 using 14 airplane mode key 14 antenna illustrated 24 antennas removing 79, 80 audio, product description 3 audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack, identifying 8 B backups 91 battery illustrated 21 removing 34 battery cover, identifying 15 battery lock, identifying 15 BIOS determining version 89 downloading an update 90 starting the Setup Utility 89 updating 89 Bluetooth label 16 boot order changing 95 bottom 16 bo
hard drive bracket illustrated 19, 27 hard drive brackets removing 54 hard drive connector removing 55 hard drive connector and cable removing 54 hard drive connector board removing 53 hard drive connector board cable illustrated 25 HDMI port identifying 8 heat sink assembly illustrated 19 removing 19, 64 hinge cover illustrated 23 hinges illustrated 24 removing 41, 75, 76 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) using 97 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 95 starting 94 HP Recovery media creating 91 rec
power cord requirements for all countries 105 requirements for specific countries and regions 106 set requirements 105 power lights, identifying 7 power requirements 4 processor product description 1 product description audio 3 display panel 2 Ethernet 4 external media cards 4 graphics 2 hard drive 3 internal card 4 keyboard 4 memory module 2 microphone 3 operating system 5 optical drive 3 pointing device 4 ports 4 power requirements 4 processor 1 product name 1 security 5 serviceability 5 video 3 wireless
wireless antenna illustrated 24 wireless antennas removing 79, 80 wireless certification label 16 wireless, product description 4 WLAN antennas, identifying 9 WLAN device 16 WLAN label 16 WLAN module illustrated 19 removing 48 workstation guidelines 31 114 Index
