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ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE
SERVICE CONSIDERATIONS
PREPARATION
FOR DISASSEMBLY
SERIAL
NUMBER
SIDE
ACCESS PANEL
GRAPHICS
CARD
EXPANSION
CARD
(Modem or Network Card)
SOUND
CARD
1394
CARD
MEMORY
MODULE
HARD
DRIVE
DISK
DRIVE
REMOVING
THE TOP DOOR
REMOVING
THE CD STORAGE DOOR
(Lower Front Panel - Open the CD Storage Door)
OPTICAL
AND MASS STORAGE DEVICES
(CD, CD-RW and/or DVD Drive, Hard Drive, Disk Drive)
FAN
ASSEMBLY
POWER
SUPPLY ASSEMBLY
FRONT
I/O BOARD
SYSTEM
BOARD COMPONENTS
(RTC Battery, Microprocessor/Heatsink Assembly)
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Service Considerations
Tool Requirements
- Phillips screwdriver
- Needle-nose pliers
- Flathead screwdriver
- Compaq Utilities software
Screws
The screws used in these products are not
interchangeable. If an incorrect screw is used during the reassembly process, it could
cause damage to the unit. Compaq strongly recommends that all screws removed during the
disassembly process be kept with the corresponding part that was removed, then returned to
their proper locations.
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Important |
As each subassembly is removed from
the computer, it should be replaced away from the work area to
prevent damage. |
Cables and Connectors
Most cables used throughout the unit
are ribbon cables. These must be handled gently to avoid damage.
Apply only the tension required to seat or unseat the cable during its
insertion or removal from the connector. Handle cables by the connector
whenever possible. In all cases, avoid bending, twisting, or tearing
the cables, and ensure that they cannot be caught or snagged by parts
being removed.
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CAUTION |
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When servicing these computers,
ensure that cables are placed in their proper location during the
reassembly process. Improper cable placement can cause severe damage
to the unit. |
Ribbon Cable Positions Index
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