Compaq Presario 1600 Series, 1650, 1655 manual Preface, Symbols

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Maintenance & Service Guide

Presario 1600 Series

Models: 1650 and 1655

Home Page Notice Preface Product Description Troubleshooting Illustrated Parts Catalog Removal & Replacement Procedures Specifications Pin Assignments Battery Pack Operations

Preface

This Maintenance and Service Guide is a troubleshooting guide that can be used for reference when servicing the Compaq Presario 1600 Series Portable Computers.

Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Compaq Presario 1600 Series Portable Computers without notice.

Symbols

The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout this guide.

WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of data.

IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions.

NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of information.

Technician Notes

WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq 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, the user should not attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make modifications to any printed circuit board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any indications of component replacement or printed circuit board modifications may void any warranty

Serial Number

When requesting information or ordering spare parts, the computer serial number should be provided to Compaq. The serial number is located on the bottom of the computer.

Locating Additional Information

The following documentation is available to support this product:

Compaq Presario 1600 Series Portable Computer documentation set

Introducing Windows 98 Guide

Service Training Guides

Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins

Compaq QuickFind

Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide

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Maintenance & Service Guide Maintenance & Service Guide Preface SymbolsPort Replicator Product DescriptionFollow the Preliminary Steps Run the Power-OnSelf-Test Post TroubleshootingIllustrated Parts Catalog Serial Number Location Removal and Replacement ProceduresSpecifications Connector Pin Assignments Battery Pack Operating Time Modem Models and FeaturesProcessor Hard Drive CD DriveFront of Unit Controls and LightsLeft Side Components Right Side Components Bottom of Unit Rear Connectors Port Replicator Pin Port Replicator Connector Port Replicator Rear Connectors Port Replicator Rear ConnectorsPower Management for Windows Removing the Battery Pack Run Computer Checkup Preliminary StepsRunning Post Power-On Self Test PostClearing the Power-on Password Compaq Diagnostics Computer Checkup TestView System Information Inspect Shipping Preparation Contacting Compaq SupportProcedures Diagnostic Error CodesBefore Replacing Parts Troubleshooting Without DiagnosticsSolving Minor Problems Solving Touch Pad/Pointing Device Problems Solving PC Card ProblemsSolving Power Problems Solving Printer ProblemsDescription Spare Part Number System UnitDescription Spare Part Number BoardsMiscellaneous Parts Documentation Software Mass Storage Devices Miscellaneous Cables Kit Spare Part Number Miscellaneous Cables KitModem Cables Spare Part Number DescriptionMiscellaneous Hardware and Plastics Kit Spare Part Number Miscellaneous Hardware and Plastics KitMiscellaneous Parts QuickFind Part Number Suffix Month Description Spare Part Number Quick Restore CDDocumentation and Software Quick Reference GuideGenerating Static Electrostatic DischargeService Considerations Plastic Parts Cables and ConnectorsCables Select the desired illustrationZIF Connectors Ribbon cable position for the 5.0-GB or 4.0-GB hard drive Ribbon cable position for the CD drive Ribbon cable position for the diskette drive Back to Cables and Connectors Preparing the Computer for Disassembly Removing the Palmrest Cover with Touch Pad Prepare the computer for disassemblyReturn to Removal & Replacement Procedures Removing the Keyboard Return to Removal Replacement Procedures Removing the Heatspreader Removing the Modem To replace the modem, reverse the previous procedures Removing the Processor Replace the processor bracket Removing the Status Panel Maintenance & Service Guide Audio Board Removing the Interface Board with HeaderNext Step When replacing interface board, ensure both Interface Board Components Removing the 5.0-GB or 4.0-GB Hard Drives Maintenance & Service Guide Bracket, reverse the previous procedures Removing the Battery Charger Board Removing the CD Drive Disconnect the CD drive cable from the system board Removing the Display Panel Assembly Maintenance & Service Guide Important before Removing the Upper CPU Cover Removing the Speaker Assembly Removing the Diskette Drive Maintenance & Service Guide Return to Removal Replacement Procedures Removing the Fan Assembly Removing the Audio Board To replace the audio board, reverse the previous procedures Removing the System Board Remove five standoffs from the system board Remove three screws from the system board Return to Removal & Replacement Procedures Removing the Memory Module Return to Removal Replacement Procedures