Removal and replacement procedures

Component replacement procedures

This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures.

There are as many as 67 screws, in 10 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement.

Serial number

Report the computer serial number to HP when requesting information or ordering spare parts. The serial number is located on the bottom of the computer.

Item

Component

Description

 

 

 

1

Product name

This is the product name affixed to the front of your

 

 

computer.

 

 

 

2

Serial number (s/n)

This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each

 

 

product.

 

 

 

3

Part number/Product number (p/n)

This number provides specific information about the

 

 

product’s hardware components. The part number helps a

 

 

service technician to determine what components and

 

 

parts are needed.

 

 

 

4

Model description

This is the alphanumeric identifier you use to locate

 

 

documents, drivers, and support for your computer.

 

 

 

5

Warranty period

This number describes the duration (in years) of the

 

 

warranty period for this computer.

 

 

 

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