Presario 1600XL Series

Model 1600T, 1600-XL140, 1600-XL141, 1600-XL142, 1600-XL143, 1600-XL144,

1600-XL146, 1600-XL147, 1600-XL150 XL156, XL157, XL255, XL256, XL257, and XL258

Preparing the Notebook for Disassembly

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

1.Disconnect AC power and any external devices.

2.Remove the QuikDock.

3.Remove the battery pack (pg 14).

4.Remove any PC Cards.

Important: The battery pack should be removed before performing any internal maintenance on the Notebook.

ÅWARNING: 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 1600XL Series Portable Notebooks into the battery compartment. Do not force the battery pack into the bay if insertion is difficult.

ÄCAUTION: Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate the battery pack. Do not open a battery pack; this action damages the pack, makes it unusable, and exposes potentially harmful battery components. No field-serviceable parts are located inside the battery pack.

Note: Compaq Presario 1600XL Series Portable Notebooks have several screws of various sizes that are not interchangeable. Care must be taken during reassembly to ensure that the correct screws are used in their correct location. During removal keep screws with their respective associated subassembly.

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PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1600XL SERIES

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Compaq 1600XL specifications Preparing the Notebook for Disassembly