1–40 Maintenance and Service Guide

Product Description
3 Serial number Identifies the notebook; needed when you
call Compaq customer support.
4 Docking connector Connects the notebook to the optional
expansion base, convenience base, or port
replicator.
5 Air vents (2) Allow airflow to cool internal components.
6 Fan Provides airflow to cool internal
components.
7 Hard drive Supports the removable primary hard drive.
8 Hard drive security
screw
Secures the hard drive.
9 Mini PCI compartment
cover
Covers the memory expansion
compartment that contains two memory
expansion slots for memory expansion
boards.
10 Battery release latch Releases the batter y pack from the battery
compartment.
11 Battery compartment Holds the battery pack.
Table 1-10Bottom Components
(Continued)
Item Component Function