Compaq 1800T, 1825 specifications Preparing the Computer for Disassembly, Removal Sequence

Removal Sequence

Before beginning Removal & Replacement Procedures, complete the following steps:

1. Disconnect AC power and any external devices.

Electrostatic Discharge

Service Considerations

Cables and

Connectors

Preparing the Computer for Disassembly

Battery Pack

Palmrest

Cover with

Touch Pad

Keyboard Status Panel

Internet Button Board

Heatspreader

Network Interface Card

Modem

Hard Drive

DisqPlay

Module

Processor

DVD or

CD Drive

Display Panel Assembly

Upper CPU

Cover

Fan Assembly Diskette Drive

Battery Charger Board

Speaker

Assembly

System Board

Memory

Module

2.Remove the battery pack.

3.Remove any PC Cards.

4.Remove the Port Replicator.

IMPORTANT: The battery pack should be removed before performing any internal maintenance on the computer.

WARNING: Metal objects can damage the battery pack as well as the battery contacts in the battery compartment. To prevent damage, do not allow metal objects to touch the battery contacts. Place only the battery pack for the Compaq Presario 1800 Series Portable Computers into the battery compartment. Do not force the battery pack into the bay if insertion does not occur easily.

CAUTION: Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate the battery pack. Do not open a battery pack, as this damages the pack, makes it unusable, and exposes potentially harmful battery components. There are no field-serviceable parts located inside the battery pack.

The Compaq Presario 1800 Series Portable Computers have several screws of various sizes which are not interchangeable. Care must be

NOTE: taken during reassembly to ensure that the correct screws are used in their correct location. During removal please keep respective screws with their associated sub-assembly.