Compaq 1245 specifications Cables and Connectors, Select the desired illustration, Plastic Parts

CAUTION: 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.

Maintenance & Service Guide

Presario 1200 Series

Model: 1245

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Cables and Connectors

Most cables used throughout the units are ribbon cables; they must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage.

Use the following precautions when handling cables to prevent damage to the cable or computer:

●Apply only the required tension to seat or unseat the cables during insertion and removal from the connector.

●Handle cables by the connector whenever possible.

●In all cases, avoid bending, twisting, or tearing the cables, and ensure that the cables are routed in such a way that they cannot be caught or snagged by parts being removed or

replaced. Handle flex cables with extreme care; they can tear easily.

Select the desired illustration.

●Removing a Cable from a ZIF Connector.

●The ribbon cable position for the 3.2-GB,4.0-GB,4.3-GB, and 6.4-GB hard drive.

●The ribbon cable position for the CD drive.

●The ribbon cable position for the diskette drive.

●The cable position for the speaker assembly.

Plastic Parts

Plastic parts can be damaged if excessive force is used during disassembly and reassembly. When handling the plastic parts, use care. Apply pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance instructions.

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