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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 Series Portable Computer documentation set

Introducing Windows 98 Guide

Service Training Guides

Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins

Compaq QuickFind

Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide

1.800.AT.COMPAQ

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