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Maintenance and Service Guide HP Pavilion ze2300 Notebook PC Compaq Presario M2300 Notebook PC Document Part Number: 383111-002 November 2005 This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the computer. It provides comprehensive information on identifying computer features, components, and spare parts;...
Hewlett-Packard Company under license. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
Contents 6 Specifications A Connector Pin Assignments B Power Cord Set Requirements C Screw Listing D Display Component Recycling Index Maintenance and Service Guide...
Product Description The HP Pavilion ze2300 Notebook PC 1 and the Compaq Presario M2300 Notebook PC 2 offer advanced modularity, Intel® Mobile Pentium® M and Celeron® M processors, and extensive multimedia support. HP Pavilion ze2300 and Compaq Presario M2300 Maintenance and Service Guide...
Product Description 1.1 Features ✎ Numerous references are made throughout this Maintenance and Service Guide to “full-featured” and “defeatured” computer models. A model is considered to be full-featured if it has 3 Universal Serial Bus ports and the following components: ■...
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■ 15.0-inch XGA (1024 × 768) TFT display with over 16.7 million colors ■ 80-, 60-, or 40-GB high-capacity hard drive, varying by computer model ■ 256-MB DDR2 synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) at 400 MHz, expandable to 1.0 GB ■ Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional, varying by computer model ■...
Product Description ■ Connectors: ❏ External monitor port ❏ Universal Serial Bus (USB) v. 2.0 (up to 3 ports) ❏ RJ-11 (modem) jack ❏ RJ-45 (network) jack ❏ Audio-out (headphone) jack ❏ Audio-in (microphone) jack ❏ Power ❏ IEEE 1394 digital port ❏...
3. Wait approximately 5 minutes. 4. Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the computer. 5. Connect AC power to the computer. Do not reinsert any battery packs at this time. 6. Turn on the computer. All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. 1.3 Power Management The computer comes with power management features that extend battery operating time and conserve power.
Product Description 1.4 External Components The external components on the front of the HP Pavilion ze2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-1. Front Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 1–6 Maintenance and Service Guide...
(microphone) jack Audio-out (headphone) jack Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-1 Front Components HP Pavilion ze2300 Function Produce stereo sound. On: One or more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN and/or a Bluetooth® module (select models only), are turned on.
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Product Description The external components on the front of the Compaq Presario M2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-2. Front Components, Compaq Presario M2300 1–8 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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(microphone) jack Audio-out (headphone) jack Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-2 Front Components Compaq Presario M2300 Function Produce stereo sound. On: One or more optional internal wireless devices, such as a WLAN and/or a Bluetooth module (select models only), are turned on.
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Product Description The external components on the right side of the HP Pavilion ze2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-3. Right-Side Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 1–10 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-3 Right-Side Components HP Pavilion ze2300 Function Connect an optional USB device. Supports an optional digital memory card. Connects an optional 1394a device such as a scanner, digital camera, or digital camcorder.
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Product Description The external components on the right side of the Compaq Presario M2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-4. Right-Side Components, Compaq Presario M2300 1–12 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-4 Right-Side Components Compaq Presario M2300 Function Connect optional USB devices. Supports an optional digital memory card. Connects an optional 1394a device such as a scanner, digital camera, or digital camcorder.
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Product Description The external components on the left side of the HP Pavilion ze2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-5. Left-Side Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 1–14 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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*The computer has only one expansion port. The term expansion port 2 describes the type of expansion port. Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-5 Left-Side Components HP Pavilion ze2300 Function Connects an AC adapter cable. Connects an optional VGA monitor or projector.
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Product Description The external components on the left side of the Compaq Presario M2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-6. Left-Side Components, Compaq Presario M2300 1–16 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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*The computer has only one expansion port. The term expansion port 2 describes the type of expansion port. Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-6 Left-Side Components Compaq Presario M2300 Function Connects an AC adapter cable. Connects an optional VGA monitor or projector.
Product Description The external components on the rear panel of the HP Pavilion ze2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-7. Rear Panel Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 Item Component Battery bay Exhaust vent Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows, thick rugs, or clothing, to block airflow.
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The external components on the rear panel of the Compaq Presario M2300 computer are shown below an described in Table 1-8. Rear Panel Components, Compaq Presario M2300 Item Component Battery bay Exhaust vent Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows, thick rugs, or clothing, to block airflow.
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Product Description The computer keyboard components on the HP Pavilion ze2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-9. Keyboard Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 1–20 Maintenance and Service Guide...
Keypad keys (15) num lock key Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-9 Keyboard Components HP Pavilion ze2300 Function Perform system and application tasks. When combined with the fn key, several keys perform additional tasks as hotkeys. Enables caps lock and turns on the caps lock light.
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Product Description The computer keyboard components on the Compaq Presario M2300 computer are shown below and described in Table 1-10. Keyboard Components, Compaq Presario M2300 1–22 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Arrow keys Keypad keys (15) num lock key Maintenance and Service Guide Table 1-10 Keyboard Components Compaq Presario M2300 Function Perform system and application tasks. When combined with the Fn key, the function keys perform additional tasks as hotkeys. Enables caps lock and turns on the caps lock light.
Product Description The computer top components on the HP Pavilion ze2300 are shown below and described in Table 1-11. Top Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 Item Component Left and right TouchPad buttons TouchPad Caps lock light Display switch 1–24 Table 1-11...
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HP Pavilion ze2300 (Continued) Item Component Power button Volume down button Volume mute button Mute light Volume up button Wireless button (select models only) Num lock light 6-in-1 Digital Media Slot light (select models only) TouchPad vertical scrolling region Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Product Description The top components on the Compaq Presario M2300 are shown below and described in Table 1-12. Top Components, Compaq Presario M2300 Item Component Left and right TouchPad buttons TouchPad Caps lock light Display switch 1–26 Table 1-12 Top Components...
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Compaq Presario M2300 (Continued) Item Component Wireless light (select models only) Power button Volume down button Volume up button Volume mute button Mute light Num lock light 6-in-1 Memory Reader light (select models only) TouchPad vertical and horizontal scroll regions...
Product Description The external components on the bottom of the HP Pavilion ze2300 are shown below and described in Table 1-13. Bottom Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 Item Component Battery bay Battery pack release latch Memory module compartment 1–28 Table 1-13...
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HP Pavilion ze2300 (Continued) Item Component Exhaust vents (4) Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows, thick rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
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Product Description The external components on the bottom of the Compaq Presario M2300 are shown below and described in Table 1-14. Bottom Components, Compaq Presario M2300 Item Component Battery bay Battery pack release latch Memory module compartment 1–30 Table 1-14...
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Compaq Presario M2300 (Continued) Item Component Exhaust vents (4) Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard surface, such as a printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows, thick rugs, or clothing, to block airflow.
Product Description 1.5 Design Overview This section presents a design overview of key parts and features of the computer. Refer to to identify replacement parts, and Replacement Procedures,” The system board provides the following device connections: ■ Memory module ■ Mini PCI communications module ■...
Å WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by HP should repair this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only subassembly-/module-level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, do not attempt to make repairs at the component level or modifications to any printed wiring board.
Troubleshooting Accessing Computer Setup The information and settings in Computer Setup are accessed from the File, Security, Tools, and Advanced menus. 1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the computer. Press displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen. ❏...
4. To confirm the restoration, press 5. Select File > Save changes and exit, and then follow the instructions on the screen. When the computer restarts, the factory settings are restored, and any identification information you have entered is saved. Selecting from the File Menu Select System Information...
System IDs 2–4 Table 2-2 Security Menu To Do This Enter, change, or delete an HP Administrator password. Enter, change, or delete a power-on password. ■ Enable/Disable stringent security. ■ Enable/Disable required password on restart. Enable/disable DriveLock; change a DriveLock user or master password.
Selecting from the Tools Menu Select HDD Self Test options Battery Information Memory Check Maintenance and Service Guide Table 2-3 Tools Menu To Do This Run a quick or comprehensive self-test on any hard drive in the system. View information about any battery packs in the computer.
Troubleshooting Selecting from the Advanced Menu Select Language (or press f2) Boot options Device options 2–6 Table 2-4 Advanced Menu To Do This Change the Computer Setup language. ■ Enable/Disable MultiBoot, which sets a startup sequence that can include most bootable devices and media in the system.
Flowchart 2.1—Initial Troubleshooting Begin troubleshooting. Is there power? Beeps, LEDs, or error messages? Is there video? (no boot) Is the OS loading? Is there sound? Maintenance and Service Guide Go to “Flowchart 2.2—No Power, Part 1.” Check LED board, speaker connections.
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.2—No Power, Part 1 No power (power LED is off). Remove from docking device (if applicable). Power up on battery power? Power up on AC power? Power up in docking device? 1. Reseat the power cables in the docking device and at the AC outlet.
Flowchart 2.3—No Power, Part 2 Continued from “Flowchart 2.2—No Power, Part 1.” Visually check for debris in battery socket and clean if necessary. Power on? Check battery by recharging it, moving it to another computer, or replacing it. Power on? Done Maintenance and Service Guide Done...
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.4—No Power, Part 3 Continued from “Flowchart 2.3—No Power, Part 2.” Plug directly into AC outlet. Power LED Reseat AC adapter in computer and at power source. Power on? Power outlet active? Replace power cord. Power on? 2–12 Done Done Internal or...
Flowchart 2.5—No Power, Part 4 Continued from “Flowchart 2.4—No Power, Part 3.” Open computer. Loose or damaged parts? Close computer and retest. Power on? Done Maintenance and Service Guide Reseat loose components and boards and replace damaged items. Replace the following items (if applicable). Check computer operation after each replacement: 1.
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.6—No Video, Part 1 No video. Docking Device Stand-alone or docking device? Stand-alone Internal or external display*? Internal External Adjust brightness. Video OK? Replace the following one at a time. Test after each replacement. Check for bent pins on cable. Video OK? Done 2–14...
Flowchart 2.7—No Video, Part 2 Continued from “Flowchart 2.6—No Video, Part 1.” Remove computer from dock- ing device, if connected. Adjust display brightness. Video OK? Check that computer is properly seated in docking device, for bent pins on cable, and for monitor connection. Video OK? Adjust external monitor display.
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Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.8—Nonfunctioning Docking Device (if applicable) Nonfunctioning docking device. Reseat power cord in docking device and power outlet. Check voltage setting on docking device. Reset monitor cable connector at docking device. Docking device operating? Remove computer, replace docking device. 2–16 Reinstall computer into dock-...
Flowchart 2.9—No Operating System (OS) Loading No OS loading.* Reseat power cord in docking device and power outlet. *NOTE: Before beginning troubleshooting, always check cable connections, cable ends, and drives for bent or damaged pins. Maintenance and Service Guide No OS loading from hard drive, go to “Flowchart 2.10—No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 1.”...
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Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.10—No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 1 OS not loading from hard drive. Nonsystem disk message? Reseat external hard drive. OS loading? Boot from Check the setup utility for correct booting order. Boot from hard drive? Done 2–18 Go to “Flowchart 2.11—No OS Load-...
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Flowchart 2.11—No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 2 Continued from “Flowchart 2.10—No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 1.” 1. Replace Disc or diskette in 2. Replace drive? Remove disc or diskette and reboot. Boot from hard drive? Boot 2.13—No OS from diskette Loading, Dis- drive?
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Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.12—No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 3 Continued from “Flowchart 2.11—No OS Load- ing, Hard Drive, Part 2.” System files on hard drive? Virus hard drive? Run SCANDISK and check for bad sectors. Can bad sectors be fixed? Fix bad sectors.
Flowchart 2.13—No OS Loading, Diskette Drive OS not loading from diskette drive. Nonsystem disk message? Boot from another device? Diskette drive enabled in the Setup utility? Is diskette drive boot order cor- rect? Change boot priority using the setup utility. Maintenance and Service Guide Reseat diskette drive.
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Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.14—No OS Loading, Optical Drive No OS loading from CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Boots from CD or DVD? Reseat drive. 2–22 Disc in drive? Install Try another bootable disc. bootable disc. Done Boots from CD or DVD? Booting from another 2.17—Nonfunction- device?
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Flowchart 2.15—No Audio, Part 1 No audio. Computer in docking device (if applicable)? Go to “Flowchart 2.16—No Audio, Part 2.” 2.17—Nonfunctioning Maintenance and Service Guide Turn up audio internally or externally. Undock Replace the following docking device compo- nents one at a time, as applicable. Check audio status after each change.
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Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.16—No Audio, Part 2 Continued from “Flowchart 2.15—No Audio, Part 1.” Audio driver in OS configured? Correct drivers for application? Connect to external speaker. Audio? 2–24 Reload audio drivers. Load drivers and set configuration in OS. Replace audio board and speaker connections...
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Flowchart 2.17—Nonfunctioning Device Unplug the nonfunctioning device from the computer and inspect cables and plugs for bent or broken pins Clear CMOS. Reattach device. Close computer, plug in power, and reboot. Device boots properly? Done Maintenance and Service Guide Nonfunctioning device.
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Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.18—Nonfunctioning Keyboard Keyboard not operating prop- erly. Connect computer to good external key- board. External device works? Reseat internal key- board connector (if applicable). Keyboard operating properly? Done 2–26 Replace system board. Replace internal keyboard or cable. Keyboard operating properly? Replace...
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Flowchart 2.19—Nonfunctioning Pointing Device Pointing device not operating properly. Connect computer to good external pointing device. External device works? Reseat internal pointing device connector (if applicable). Pointing device operating properly? Done Maintenance and Service Guide Replace system board. Replace internal pointing device or cable.
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Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.20—No Network/Modem Connection No network or modem connec- tion. Network or modem jack or have jack acti- active? Digital line? NIC/modem drivers and recon- configured in OS? Disconnect all power from the computer and open. Reseat NIC/modem (if applicable). 2–28 Replace jack vated.
Illustrated Parts Catalog This chapter provides an illustrated parts breakdown and a reference for spare part numbers and option part numbers. 3.1 Serial Number Location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model number located on the bottom of the computer.
Illustrated Parts Catalog 3.2 Computer Major Components Computer Major Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 3–2 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Display assemblies (include wireless antenna transceivers and cables) 15.0-inch, XGA TFT with BrightView, for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models 15.0-inch, XGA TFT, for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 M2300 models 15.0-inch, XGA TFT with BrightView, for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models 15.0-inch, XGA TFT, for use on Compaq Presario...
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Illustrated Parts Catalog Computer Major Components, Compaq Presario M2300 3–4 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Denmark Europe and The Netherlands France French Canada Germany Greece Israel Italy Korea Norway For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models in: Europe and The Netherlands Korea Latin America Maintenance and Service Guide Table 3-1 381068-A41 Portugal 381068-201 Saudi Arabia...
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Illustrated Parts Catalog Computer Major Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 3–6 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Spare Parts: Computer Major Components (Continued) Item Description Top covers (include TouchPad) For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models Speaker assemblies For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models Bluetooth modules...
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Illustrated Parts Catalog Computer Major Components, Compaq Presario M2300 3–8 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Battery connector board System board (includes disk cell RTC battery) Base enclosures For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models Hard drives (include frame and connector) 5400-rpm, 40 GB 4200-rpm, 80 GB 4200-rpm, 60 GB...
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Illustrated Parts Catalog Computer Major Components, HP Pavilion ze2300 3–10 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Item Description Miscellaneous Plastics Kit For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models Includes: Hard drive cover (includes two captive screws) Memory module compartment cover (includes 2 captive screws) Mini PCI compartment cover (includes 2 captive screws)
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Illustrated Parts Catalog Computer Major Components, Compaq Presario M2300 3–12 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models: 8X DVD-ROM drive 24X DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 8X DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Dual Layer Combo Drive For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models: 8X DVD-ROM drive 24X DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 8X DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Dual Layer Combo Drive Battery packs 12-cell, 8.8-AHr...
Illustrated Parts Catalog 3.3 Miscellaneous Plastics Kit Miscellaneous Plastics Kit 3–14 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Spare Part Number Information Item Description Miscellaneous Plastics Kit For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models Includes: Memory module compartment cover Mini PCI compartment cover Hard drive cover PC Card slot space saver and computer feet...
Audio Y cable 2 HP backpack HP remote control Logo Kits For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models Notebook entertainment cable 2 USB travel mouse Wired headset with volume control 65-watt AC adapter Screw Kit (includes the following screws;...
Miscellaneous (not illustrated) Spare Part Information (Continued) Description Power cords, for use in: Australia and New Zealand Belgium, Europe, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, and Sweden Brazil Canada, French Canada, Latin America, Thailand, and The United States Denmark Hong Kong and the United Kingdom Israel...
Keyboard for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models in the Netherlands 367777-AB1 Keyboard for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models in Taiwan 367777-AD1 Keyboard for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models in Korea 371693-001 Wired headset with volume control 371694-001 HP remote control 371790-001...
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Sequential Spare Part Number Listing (Continued) Spare Part Number Description 373026-001 Mini PCI communications module, 802.11b/g Intel (for use in the rest of the world) 373047-001 Mini PCI communications module, 802.11b/g Broadcomm (for use in most of the world) 373048-001 Mini PCI communications module, 802.11b/g Broadcomm (for use in the rest of the world) 373979-001...
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Display assembly, 15.0-inch, XGA TFT, for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables) 381068-001 Keyboard for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models in Asia Pacific, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, the People’s Republic of China, and the United States 381068-031...
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Number Description 381068-201 Keyboard for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models in Brazil 381068-331 Keyboard for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models in Europe and The Netherlands 381068-A41 Keyboard for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models in Belgium 381068-AB1 Keyboard for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models in Taiwan...
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382416-001 USB/S-Video controller board 382417-001 Display hinge brackets for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models 382418-001 Hinge covers (for use only on Compaq Presario M2300 models) 382907-001 LED board for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models (includes cable) 383189-001 Speaker assembly for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models...
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TI 802.11 b/g WLAN module, for use in most of the world 392591-001 TI 802.11 b/g WLAN module, for use in the rest of the world 394452-001 Display assembly, 15.0-inch, XGA TFT, for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables) 394453-001...
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Illustrated Parts Catalog Sequential Spare Part Number Listing (Continued) Spare Part Number Description 395143-001 Keyboard cover for use with HP Pavilion ze2300 models with wireless capability 395145-001 Keyboard cover for use with HP Pavilion ze2300 models without wireless capability 395436-001...
Removal and Replacement This chapter provides essential information for proper and safe removal and replacement service. 4.1 Tools Required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ■ Magnetic screwdriver ■ Phillips P0 screwdriver ■ Flat-bladed screwdriver ■...
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries 4.2 Service Considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you should keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures. ✎ As you remove each subassembly from the computer, place the subassembly (and all accompanying s) away from the work area to prevent damage.
4.3 Preventing Damage to Removable Drives Removable drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the computer, damage to a removable drive, or loss of information, observe the following precautions: ■ Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down the computer.
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries 4.4 Preventing Electrostatic Damage Many electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some protection, but in many cases, the discharge contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions.
4.5 Packaging and Transporting Precautions Use the following grounding precautions when packaging and transporting equipment: ■ To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe containers, such as tubes, bags, or boxes. ■ Protect all electrostatic-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging. ■...
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries 4.6 Workstation Precautions Use the following grounding precautions at workstations: ■ Cover the workstation with approved static-shielding material (refer to ■ Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface and use properly grounded tools and equipment. ■...
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Other grounding equipment recommended for use in preventing electrostatic damage includes: ■ Antistatic tape ■ Antistatic smocks, aprons, and sleeve protectors ■ Conductive bins and other assembly or soldering aids ■ Nonconductive foam ■ Conductive tabletop workstations with ground cords of one megohm resistance ■...
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries Table 4-1 shows how humidity affects the electrostatic voltage levels generated by different activities. Typical Electrostatic Voltage Levels Event Walking across carpet Walking across vinyl floor Motions of bench worker Removing DIPS from plastic tube Removing DIPS from vinyl tray Removing DIPS from Styrofoam Removing bubble pack from PCB Packing PCBs in foam-lined box...
Removal and Replacement This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. There are 66 screws, in 8 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement.
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.1 Serial Number Report the computer serial number to HP when requesting information or ordering spare parts. The serial number is located on the bottom of the computer. Serial Number Location 5–2 Maintenance and Service Guide...
5.2 Disassembly Sequence Chart Use the chart below to determine the section number to be referenced when removing computer components. Disassembly Sequence Chart Section Description Preparing the Computer for Disassembly Battery pack Hard Drive Computer Feet Optical Drive Memory Module Mini PCI Communications Module Ä...
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5.23 System Board 5–4 # of Screws Removed HP Pavilion ze2300 = 4 Compaq Presario M2300 = 6 HP Pavilion ze2300 = 23 Compaq Presario M2300 = 25 1 loosened HP Pavilion ze2300 = 2 Compaq Presario M2300 = 4...
5.3 Preparing the Computer for Disassembly Before you begin any removal or installation procedures: 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.
Removal and Replacement Procedures b. Slide and hold the battery release latch 1 to the left. (The front edge of the battery pack disengages from the computer.) c. Lift the front edge of the battery pack 2 up and swing it back.
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✎ The hard drive cover is included in the Miscellaneous Plastics Kits, spare part numbers 382400-001 (for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models) and 382401-001 (for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models). Removing the Hard Drive Cover Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures 5–7...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 5. Grasp the mylar tab 1 and lift the hard drive until it disconnects from the computer. 6. Remove the hard drive 2 from the hard drive bay. Removing the Hard Drive 5–8 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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7. Remove the four PM2.5×4.0 screws 1 that secure the hard drive frame to the hard drive. 8. Lift the frame 2 up to remove if from the hard drive. 9. Slide the hard drive connector 3 toward you and remove it. Removing the Hard Drive Frame and Connector Reverse the above procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.5 Computer Feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are available using spare part number 408482-001. The feet attach to the base enclosure as illustrated below. Replacing the Computer Feet 5–10 Maintenance and Service Guide...
For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models: 8X DVD-ROM drive 24X DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 8X DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Dual Layer Combo Drive For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models: 8X DVD-ROM drive 24X DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 8X DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Dual Layer Combo Drive 1.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 2. Remove the PM2.0×7.0 screw 1 that secures the optical drive to the computer. 3. Insert a thin tool, such as a paper clip 2, into the media tray release hole. (The optical drive media tray releases from the optical drive.) 4.
5.7 Memory Module Memory Module Spare Part Number Information 512-MB 256-MB 128-MB 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (refer to Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures Section 381395-001 381394-001 403573-001 403572-001 5.3). 5–13...
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✎ The memory module compartment cover is included in the Miscellaneous Plastics Kits, spare part numbers 382400-001 (for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models) and 382401-001 (for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models). Removing the Memory Module Compartment Cover 5–14...
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6. Spread the retaining tabs 1 on each side of the memory module socket to release the memory module. (The right side of the module rises away from the computer.) 7. Slide the module 2 away from the socket at an angle. ✎...
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.8 Mini PCI Communications Module Mini PCI Communications Module Spare Part Number Information Broadcomm 802.11b/g wireless local access network (WLAN) module for use in most of the world) Broadcomm 802.11b/g WLAN module for use in the rest of the world Intel 802.11b/g WLAN module for use in most of the world Intel 802.11b/g WLAN module for use in the rest of the world...
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✎ The Mini PCI compartment cover is included in the Miscellaneous Plastics Kits, spare part numbers 382400-001 (for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models) and 382401-001 (for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models). Removing the Mini PCI Compartment Cover Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures 5–17...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures ✎ Before disconnecting the cables, make note of which wireless antenna cable is attached to which antenna clip on the Mini PCI communications module. 7. Disconnect the wireless antenna cables 1 from the Mini PCI communications module. 8.
5.9 Keyboard Cover Keyboard Cover Spare Part Number Information For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models with wireless capability (includes wireless button and light) For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models without wireless capability (includes wireless button and light) For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models with wireless...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the two PM2.0×8.0 screws that secure the keyboard cover to the computer. Removing the Keyboard Cover Screws 5–20 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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4. Turn the computer display-side up with the front panel toward you. 5. Open the computer as far as possible. 6. Insert a flat blade tool into the keyboard cover notches behind cover disengages from the computer. 7. Remove the keyboard cover. Removing the Keyboard Cover Reverse the above procedure to install the keyboard cover.
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.10 LED Board LED Board Spare Part Number Information For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly 2. Remove the keyboard cover 5–22 382415-001...
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3. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector to which the keyboard cable is connected and disconnect the keyboard cable 1 from the system board. 4. Remove the two PM2.0×4.0 screws 2 that secure the LED board to the computer. 5.
The Netherlands France French Canada Germany Greece Israel Italy Korea Norway For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models in: Europe and The Netherlands Korea Latin America 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly 2. Remove the keyboard cover 5–24 381068-A41 Portugal...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the four PM2.0×3.0 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer. Removing the Keyboard Screws Maintenance and Service Guide 5–25...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 4. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard and swing it toward you until it rests on the palm rest. Releasing the Keyboard 5–26 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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5. Release the ZIF connector 1 to which the keyboard cable is connected and disconnect the keyboard cable 2 from the system board. 6. Remove the keyboard. Disconnecting the Keyboard Cable Reverse the above procedure to install the keyboard. Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures 5–27...
Display Assembly Spare Part Number Information 15.0-inch, XGA TFT with BrightView, for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models 15.0-inch, XGA TFT, for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 M2300 models 15.0-inch, XGA TFT with BrightView, for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models 15.0-inch, XGA TFT, for use on Compaq Presario M2300...
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2. Turn the computer upside down with the front panel toward you. 3. Disconnect the wireless antenna cables from the Mini PCI communications module 1. 4. Remove the cables from the clip 2 in the base enclosure. Disconnecting and Removing the Wireless Antenna Cables Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures 5–29...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 5. Turn the computer display-side up with the front toward you. 6. Open the display. 7. Disconnect the display cable 1 from the system board. 8. Remove the wireless antenna cables from the clips 2 in the top cover.
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Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to the display assembly. ✎ Steps 9 and 10 apply only to HP Pavilion ze2300 models. See steps 11 and 12 in this section for information on removing the display assembly on Compaq Presario M2300 models.
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Failure to follow this caution can result in damage to the display assembly. ✎ Steps 11 and 12 apply only to Compaq Presario M2300 models. 11. Remove the six PM2.0×7.0 screws 1 that secure the display assembly to the computer.
5.13 Base Enclosure Base Enclosure Spare Part Number Information For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b. Optical drive c.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures ✎ Steps 3 through 5 apply only to HP Pavilion ze2300 models. See steps 6 through 8 in this section for information on removing the base enclosure screws on Compaq Presario M2300 models. 3. Remove the three PM2.0×8.0 screws 1 and the two PM2.0×4.0 screws 2 that secure the base enclosure to the...
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2 Seven PM2.0×8.0 screws that secure the base enclosure the computer 3 Six PM2.0×4.0 screws that secure the base enclosure the computer Removing the Base Enclosure Screws, Part 2, HP Pavilion ze2300 Models Only Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures 5–35...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures ✎ Steps 6 through 8 apply only to Compaq Presario M2300 models. 6. Remove the six PM2.0×8.0 screws 1 and the PM2.0×4.0 screw 2 that secure the base enclosure to the computer. Removing the Base Enclosure Screws, Part 1, Compaq Presario M2300 Models Only 5–36...
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8. Remove the three PM2.0×4.0 screws 1 and the fifteen PM2.0×8.0 screws 2 that secure the base enclosure to the computer. Removing the Base Enclosure Screws, Part 2, Compaq Presario M2300 Models Only Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures 5–37...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures ✎ Steps 9 and 10 apply to both HP Pavilion ze2300 and Compaq Presario M2300 models. 9. Lift the rear edge of the base enclosure 1 until it disengages from the computer. 10. Slide the base enclosure 2 back and remove it.
5.14 RTC Battery ✎ The RTC battery is spared with the system board spare part kits. If the battery needs to be replaced, use an “ML1220” model battery. 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 2. Remove the RTC battery from the socket on the system board. Removing the RTC Battery Reverse the above procedure to install the RTC battery. Make sure the battery is installed with the “+” side facing up. 5–40 Maintenance and Service Guide...
5.15 Speaker Assembly Speaker Assembly Spare Part Number Information For use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models For use on Compaq Presario M2300 models 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b. Optical drive c.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 2. Disconnect the speaker cable 1 from the system board. 3. Lift the speaker 2 straight up to remove it from the top cover. Removing the Speaker Assembly Reverse the above procedure to install the speaker assembly. 5–42 Maintenance and Service Guide...
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.16 Heat Sink Heat Sink Spare Part Number Information Heat sink (includes thermal pad) 395436-001 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 5.3) and remove the following components: a. Hard drive (Section 5.4) b. Optical drive (Section 5.6) c.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 2. Disconnect the fan cable 1 from the system board. 3. Remove the three PM2.0×4.0 screws 2 that secure the heat sink to the top cover. 4. Remove the heat sink 3. Removing the Heat Sink Reverse the above procedure to install the heat sink.
5.17 Fan Fan Spare Part Number Information Fan (includes thermal pad) 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b. Optical drive c. Memory module compartment cover d. Mini PCI compartment cover e. Keyboard cover f.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the two PM2.0×4.0 screws 1 that secure the fan to the heat sink. 4. Remove the fan 2. Removing the Fan Reverse the above procedure to install the fan. 5–46 Maintenance and Service Guide...
5.18 Processor Processor Spare Part Number Information Intel Pentium M 750 (1.80-GHz) with 400-MHz front-side bus (FSB) Intel Pentium M 740 (1.70-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB Intel Pentium M 735A (1.70-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB Intel Pentium M 730 (1.60-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB Intel Pentium M 725A (1.60-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB Intel Celeron M 380 (1.70-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB Intel Celeron M 370 (1.50-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB...
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 2. Turn the processor locking screw 1 one-quarter turn counterclockwise until you feel a click. 3. Lift the processor 2 straight up and remove it. ✎ The gold triangle 3 on the processor should be aligned in the front right corner when you install the processor.
5.19 Battery Connector Board Battery Connector Board Spare Part Number Information Battery connector board 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b. Optical drive c. Memory module compartment cover d. Mini PCI compartment cover e.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the PM2.0×4.0 screw that secures the battery connector board to the top cover. Removing the Battery Connector Board Screw 5–50 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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4. Turn the top cover upside down with the front panel toward you. 5. Remove the PM2.0×4.0 screw 1 that secures the battery connector board to the top cover. 6. Slide the battery connector board 2 toward the rear panel until it disconnects from the system board.
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.20 Power Connector Board Power Connector Board Spare Part Number Information Power connector board 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b. Optical drive c. Memory module compartment cover d.
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2. Remove the two PM2.0×4.0 screws 1 that secure the power connector board to the top cover. 3. Slide the power connector board 2 toward the rear panel until it disconnects it from the system board. 4. Remove the power connector board 3. Removing the Power Connector Board Reverse the above procedure to install the power connector board.
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.21 USB/S-Video Controller Board ✎ This section applies only to full-featured models. USB/S-Video Controller Board Spare Part Number Information USB/S-Video controller board 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b.
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2. Remove the PM2.0×4.0 screw 1 that secures the USB/S-Video controller board to the top cover. 3. Lift up on the right side of the board 2 to disconnect it from the system board. 4. Remove the USB/S-Video controller board. Removing the USB/S-Video Controller Board Reverse the above procedure to install the USB/S-Video controller board.
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.22 Bluetooth Module ✎ This section applies only to full-featured models. Bluetooth Module Spare Part Number Information Bluetooth module 1. Prepare the computer for disassembly and remove the following components: a. Hard drive b. Optical drive c.
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3. Remove the two PM1.5×3.5 screws 1 that secure the Bluetooth module to the USB/S-Video controller board. 4. Disconnect the Bluetooth module cable 2 from the USB/S-Video controller board. 5. Remove the Bluetooth module 3. Removing the Bluetooth Module Reverse the above procedure to install the Bluetooth module. Maintenance and Service Guide Removal and Replacement Procedures 5–57...
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5.23 System Board System Board Spare Part Number Information System board ✎ All system board spares kits include a disk cell RTC battery. ✎ When replacing the system board, ensure that the following components are removed from the defective system board and installed on the replacement system board: ■...
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1. Prepare the computer for disassembly remove the following components: a. Hard drive b. Optical drive c. Keyboard cover d. LED board e. Keyboard f. Display assembly g. Base enclosure h. Speaker assembly i. Battery connector board j. Power connector board k.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Release the ZIF connector 1 to which the TouchPad cable is connected and disconnect the cable 2 from the system board. Disconnecting the TouchPad Cable 5–60 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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4. Turn the top cover upside down with the front toward you. ✎ Step 5 applies only to HP Pavilion ze2300 models. See step 6 in this section for information on removing the system board screws on Compaq Presario M2300 models.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures ✎ Step 6 applies only to Compaq Presario M2300 models. 6. Remove the four PM2.0×4.0 screws that secure the system board to the top cover. Removing the System Board Screws, Compaq Presario M2300 Models Only 5–62...
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7. Flex the left edge of the top cover 1 out until the 1394 connector 2 disengages from the top cover. 8. Lift the left side of the system board 3 until the 1394 connector is clear. 9. Flex the front edge of the top cover 4 until the audio connectors 5 and LED section 6 of the system board disengage from the top cover.
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Removal and Replacement Procedures 10. Slide the system board to the left at an angle and remove it. Removing the System Board Reverse the above procedure to install the system board. 5–64 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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This chapter provides physical and performance specifications. Dimensions HP Pavilion ze2300 Height (varies from front to back) Width Depth Compaq Presario M2300 Height (varies from front to back) Width Depth Weight (varies by configuration) HP Pavilion ze2300 Compaq Presario M2300...
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Specifications Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia) Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia) Shock Operating Nonoperating Random Vibration Operating Nonoperating ✎ Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 6–2 Table 6-1 Computer (Continued)
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Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pixel resolution Pitch Format Configuration Backlight Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle Maintenance and Service Guide Table 6-2 15.0-inch, XGA, Display 22.9 cm 30.0 cm 38.1 cm Up to 16.8 million 250:1 150 nits typical 0.264 ×...
Specifications Dimensions Height Width Weight Interface type Transfer rate Synchronous (maximum) Security Seek times (typical read, including setting) Single track Average Maximum † Logical blocks Disk rotational speed Operating temperature ✎ Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult Customer Care for details. *1 GB = 1 billion bytes when referring to hard drive storage capacity.
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Primary 6-cell, Li-Ion Battery Pack Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight Energy Voltage Amp-hour capacity Watt-hour capacity Temperature Operating Nonoperating Maintenance and Service Guide Table 6-4 2.00 cm 9.40 cm 13.40 cm 0.34 kg 11.1 V 4.4 Ah 48 Wh 5°C to 45°C 0°C to 60°C Specifications 0.79 in...
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Specifications DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Dual Layer Combo Drive Applicable disc Center hole diameter 1.5 cm (0.59 in) Disc diameter Standard disc Mini disc 6–6 Table 6-5 Read: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2) CD Digital Audio CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-I ready (Mode 2, Form...
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DVD±RW/R and CD-RW Dual Layer Combo Drive (Continued) Disc thickness Track pitch Access time Random Full stroke Audio output level Cache buffer Data transfer rate CD-R (24X) CD-RW (10X) CD-ROM (24X) DVD (8X) Multiword DMA mode 2 Startup time Stop time Maintenance and Service Guide Table 6-5 1.2 mm (0.047 in)
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Specifications Applicable disc Center hole diameter Disc diameter Standard disc Mini disc 6–8 Table 6-6 DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive Read: DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2) CD Digital Audio CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-I ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-R, CD-RW...
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DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive (Continued) Disc thickness Track pitch Access time Random Full stroke Audio output level Cache buffer Data transfer rate CD-R (24X) CD-RW (10X) CD-ROM (24X) DVD (8X) Multiword DMA mode 2 Startup time Stop time Maintenance and Service Guide Table 6-6 1.2 mm (0.047 in) 0.74 µm...
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Specifications Applicable disc Center hole diameter Disc diameter Standard disc Mini disc Disc thickness 6–10 Table 6-7 8X DVD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18) CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2) CD Digital Audio CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-I ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-R CD-RW...
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8X DVD-ROM Drive (Continued) Track pitch Access time Random Full stroke Audio output level Cache buffer Data transfer rate CD-R (24X) CD-RW (10X) CD-ROM (24X) DVD (8X) Multiword DMA mode 2 Startup time Stop time Maintenance and Service Guide Table 6-7 0.74 µm CD media <...
Specifications Hardware DMA DMA0 DMA1 DMA2 DMA3 DMA4 DMA5 DMA6 DMA7 6–12 Table 6-8 System DMA System Function Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Direct memory access controller Available for PC Card Not assigned Not assigned Maintenance and Service Guide...
Connector Pin Assignments Signal +5 VDC Data – Maintenance and Service Guide Table A-1 Universal Serial Bus Signal Data + Ground A–1...
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Connector Pin Assignments Signal Transmit + Transmit – Receive + Unused A–2 Table A-2 RJ-45 (Network) Signal Unused Receive – Unused Unused Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Signal S-VHS color (C) signal Composite video signal S-VHS intensity (Y) signal S-VHS color ground Maintenance and Service Guide Connector Pin Assignments Table A-3 S-Video-Out Signal TV-CD S-VHS intensity ground Composite video ground A–3...
Connector Pin Assignments Signal Red analog Green analog Blue analog Not connected Ground Ground analog Ground analog Ground analog A–4 Table A-4 External Monitor Signal +5 VDC Ground Monitor detect DDC 2B data Horizontal sync Vertical sync DDC 2B clock Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Signal Unused Ring Maintenance and Service Guide Table A-5 RJ-11 (Modem) Signal Unused Unused Unused Connector Pin Assignments A–5...
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Connector Pin Assignments Signal Audio signal in Audio signal in Signal Audio out, left channel Audio out, right channel A–6 Table A-6 Audio-In (Microphone) Table A-7 Audio-Out (Headphone) Signal Ground Signal Ground Maintenance and Service Guide...
Power Cord Set Requirements 3-Conductor Power Cord Set The wide range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 or 220 to 240 volts AC. The power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country where the equipment is purchased.
Power Cord Set Requirements General Requirements The requirements listed below are applicable to all countries. ■ The length of the power cord set must be at least 1.5 m (5.0 ft) and a maximum of 2.0 m (6.5 ft). ■ All power cord sets must be approved by an acceptable accredited agency responsible for evaluation in the country where the power cord set will be used.
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Country-Specific Requirements 3-Conductor Power Cord Set Requirements Country/Region Australia Austria Belgium Canada Denmark Finland France Germany Italy Japan ✎ NOTES: 1. The flexible cord must be <HAR> Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler and wall plug) must bear the certification mark of the agency responsible for evaluation in the country where it will be used.
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Power Cord Set Requirements 3-Conductor Power Cord Set Requirements (Continued) Country/Region Korea The Netherlands Norway People’s Republic of China Sweden Switzerland Taiwan United Kingdom United States ✎ NOTES: 1. The flexible cord must be <HAR> Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm² conductor size.
All screws listed in this appendix are available in the Miscellaneous Screw Kits, spare part numbers 382402-001 (for use on HP Pavilion ze2300 models) and 382403-001 (for use on Compaq Presario M2300 models). Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Screw Listing Where used: Two screws that secure the hard drive cover to the computer (screws are captured on the cover by C clips; documented in Two screws that secure the memory module compartment cover to the computer (screws are captured on the cover by C clips; documented in Section 5.7) One screw that secures the Mini PCI compartment cover to the computer...
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Where used: 4 screws that secure the hard drive frame to the hard drive (documented in Section 5.4) Phillips PM2.5×4.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-2 Phillips PM2.5×4.0 Screw Color Qty. Silver Screw Listing Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.5 mm Head Width...
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Screw Listing Where used: One screw that secures the optical drive to the computer (documented in Section 5.6) Phillips PM2.0×7.0 Screw Location C–4 Table C-3 Phillips PM2.0×7.0 Screw Color Qty. Black Length Thread 7.0 mm 2.0 mm Maintenance and Service Guide Head Width 4.0 mm...
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Phillips PM2.0×7.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 4 screws that secure the display assembly on the HP Pavilion ze2300 computer (documented in Phillips PM2.0×7.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-3 Color Qty. Length Black 7.0 mm Section 5.12) Screw Listing...
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Screw Listing Phillips PM2.0×7.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 6 screws that secure the display assembly on the Compaq Presario M2300 computer (documented in Phillips PM2.0×7.0 Screw Locations C–6 Table C-3 Color Qty. Length Black 7.0 mm Section 5.12) Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Where used: 2 screws that secure the keyboard cover to the computer (documented in Section 5.9) Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-4 Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw Color Qty. Black Screw Listing Length Thread 8.0 mm 2.0 mm Head Width 4.0 mm...
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Screw Listing Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 3 screws that secure the base enclosure to the computer on the HP Pavilion ze2300 (documented in Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw Locations C–8 Table C-4 Color Qty. Black Section 5.13) Length Thread 8.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 7 screws that secure the base enclosure to the computer on the HP Pavilion ze2300 (documented in Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-4 Color Qty. Black Section 5.13) Screw Listing...
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Screw Listing Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 6 screws that secure the base enclosure on the Compaq Presario M2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw Locations C–10 Table C-4 Color Qty. Black 5.13) Length Thread 8.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 15 screws that secure the base enclosure on the Compaq Presario M2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×8.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-4 Color Qty. Black 5.13) Screw Listing Length Thread 8.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Screw Listing Where used: 2 screws that secure the LED board to the computer (documented in Section 5.10) Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Locations C–12 Table C-5 Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Color Qty. Silver Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm Maintenance and Service Guide Head Width 4.0 mm...
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Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 2 screws that secure the base enclosure to the HP Pavilion ze2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-5 Color Qty. Silver 5.13) Screw Listing Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Screw Listing Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 6 screws that secure the base enclosure to the HP Pavilion ze2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Locations C–14 Table C-5 Color Qty. Silver 5.13) Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: One screw that secures the base enclosure to the Compaq Presario M2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Location Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-5 Color Qty. Silver 5.13) Screw Listing Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Screw Listing Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 3 screws that secure the base enclosure on the Compaq Presario M2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Locations C–16 Table C-5 Color Qty. Silver 5.13) Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: Three screws that secure the heat sink to the computer (documented in Section 5.16) One screw that secures the battery connector board to the computer (documented in Section Two screws that secure the power connector board to the computer (documented in Section One screw that secures the USB/S-Video controller board to the computer...
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Screw Listing Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 2 screws that secure the fan to the heat sink (documented in Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Locations C–18 Table C-5 Color Qty. Length Silver 4.0 mm Maintenance and Service Guide Head Thread Width 2.0 mm 4.0 mm Section...
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Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: One screw that secures the battery connector board to computer (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Location Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-5 Color Qty. Silver 5.19) Screw Listing Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm Head Width 4.0 mm...
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Screw Listing Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 2 screws that secure the system board on the HP Pavilion ze2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Locations C–20 Table C-5 Color Qty. Silver 5.23) Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw (Continued) Where used: 4 screws that secure the system board on the Compaq Presario M2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-5 Color Qty. Silver 5.23) Screw Listing Length Thread 4.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Screw Listing Where used: 4 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer (documented in Section 5.11) Phillips PM2.0×3.0 Screw Locations C–22 Table C-6 Phillips PM2.0×3.0 Screw Color Qty. Black Length Thread 3.0 mm 2.0 mm Maintenance and Service Guide Head Width 4.0 mm...
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Where used: 5 screws that secure the base enclosure on the HP Pavilion ze2300 (documented in Section Phillips PM2.0×16.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide Table C-7 Phillips PM2.0×16.0 Screw Color Qty. Black 5.13) Screw Listing Length Thread 16.0 mm 2.0 mm...
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Screw Listing Where used: 2 screws that secure the Bluetooth module to the computer (documented in Section 5.22) Phillips PM1.5×3.5 Screw Locations C–24 Table C-8 Phillips PM1.5×3.5 Screw Color Qty. Silver Length Thread 3.5 mm 1.5 mm Maintenance and Service Guide Head Width 3.0 mm...
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Careful handling should be exercised when removing these components. ✎ Materials Disposal This HP product contains mercury in the display assembly backlight and may require special handling at end-of-life. Disposal of mercury may be regulated because of environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, contact...
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Display Component Recycling This appendix provides disassembly instructions for the display assembly. The display assembly must be disassembled to gain access to the backlight 1 and the LCD panel 2. ✎ Disassembly procedures differ from one display assembly to another. The procedures provided in this appendix are general disassembly instructions.
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Display Component Recycling Perform the following steps to disassemble the display assembly: 1. Remove all screw covers 1 and screws 2 that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. Removing the Display Bezel Screw Covers and Screws Maintenance and Service Guide D–3...
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Display Component Recycling 2. Lift up and out on the left and right inside edges 1 and the top and bottom inside edges 2 of the display bezel until the bezel disengages from the display assembly. 3. Remove the display bezel 3. Removing the Display Bezel D–4 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Display Component Recycling 4. Disconnect all LCD panel cables 1 from the display inverter and remove the inverter 2. Removing the Display Inverter Maintenance and Service Guide D–5...
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Display Component Recycling 5. Remove all screws 1 that secure the LCD panel to the display enclosure. 6. Remove the LCD panel 2 from the display enclosure. Removing the LCD Panel D–6 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Display Component Recycling 7. Turn the LCD panel upside down. 8. Remove all screws that secure the LCD panel frame to the LCD panel. Removing the LCD Panel Frame Screws Maintenance and Service Guide D–7...
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Display Component Recycling 9. Use a sharp-edged tool to cut the tape 1 that secures the side of the LCD panel to the LCD panel frame. 10. Remove the LCD panel frame 2 from the display panel. Removing the LCD Panel Frame D–8 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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11. Remove the screws 1 that secure the backlight cover to the LCD panel. 12. Lift the top edge of the backlight cover 2 and swing it forward. 13. Remove the backlight cover. Removing the Backlight Cover Maintenance and Service Guide Display Component Recycling D–9...
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Display Component Recycling 14. Turn the LCD panel right-side up. 15. Remove the backlight cables 1 from the clip 2 in the LCD panel. Releasing the Backlight Cables D–10 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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Display Component Recycling 16. Turn the LCD panel upside down. 17. Remove the backlight frame from the LCD panel. Removing the Backlight Frame Maintenance and Service Guide D–11...
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Display Component Recycling Å WARNING: The backlight contains mercury. Caution should be exercised when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this component and causing exposure to the mercury. 18. Slide the backlight out of the backlight frame. Removing the Backlight D–12 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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19. Disconnect the display cable 1 from the LCD panel. 20. Remove the screws 2 that secure the LCD panel to the LCD rear panel. 21. Release the LCD panel 3 from the LCD rear panel. 22. Release the tape 4 that secures the LCD panel to the LCD rear panel.
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Display Component Recycling 23. Remove the LCD panel. Removing the LCD Panel 24. Recycle the backlight and LCD panel. D–14 Maintenance and Service Guide...
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1394 port 1–11 6-in-1 Digital Media Slot 1–11 6-in-1 Digital Media Slot light 1–11 1–25 6-in-1 Memory Reader 1–13 6-in-1 Memory Reader light 1–13 1–27 AC adapter, spare part number 3–18 3–20 arrow keys 1–21 audio troubleshooting 2–23 audio Y cable 2, spare part number 3–18 audio-in jack location 1–7...
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Index components bottom 1–28 front 1–6 keyboard 1–20 left-side 1–14 rear 1–16 right-side 1–10 top 1–24 computer feet illustrated 3–14 locations 5–10 spare part number 3–15 3–26 Computer Setup Advanced Menu 2–6 File Menu 2–3 overview 2–1 Security Menu 2–4 Tools Menu 2–5 Computer Setup defaults 2–2 computer specifications 6–1...
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DVD-ROM drive OS loading problems 2–22 precautions 4–3 removal 5–11 spare part number 3–13 3–17 3–23 specifications 6–10 electrostatic discharge 4–4 4–8 exhaust vents 1–18 1–29 1–31 expansion port 2 1–15 external monitor port location 1–15 pin assignments A–4 removal 5–45 spare part number 3–7 3–24 5–45...
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Index heat sink removal 5–43 spare part number 3–7 3–26 5–43 hinge cover, spare part numbers 3–3 I/O address specifications 6–15 IDE drive light 1–7 interrupt specifications 6–13 keyboard removal 5–24 spare part numbers 3–5 3–20 3–22 5–24 troubleshooting 2–26 keyboard components 1–20 1–22 keyboard cover...
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modem jack location 1–15 pin assignments A–5 modem, troubleshooting 2–28 monitor port location 1–15 pin assignments A–4 mouse, spare part number 3–18 3–20 mute button 1–25 mute light 1–25 network jack location 1–15 pin assignments A–2 network, troubleshooting 2–28 nonfunctioning device, troubleshooting 2–16 notebook entertainment cable 2, spare part number 3–18...
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Index removal/replacement preliminaries 4–1 procedures 5–1 right-side components 1–10 1–12 RJ-11 jack location 1–15 pin assignments A–5 RJ-45 jack location 1–15 pin assignments A–2 Screw Kit, spare part number 3–18 3–24 screw listing C–1 SD Card memory module, spare part numbers 3–13 3–26 security cable slot 1–11 serial number 3–1...
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nonfunctioning device 2–16 2–25 OS loading 2–17 overview 2–1 pointing device 2–27 power 2–10 video 2–14 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port location 1–11 1–17 pin assignments A–1 USB digital drive, spare part number 3–17 USB travel mouse, spare part number 3–18 USB/S-Video controller board removal 5–54 spare part numbers 3–7...