compaq presario 1200xl series User Manual
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PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIESREMOVAL SEQUENCE 1 Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Removal Sequence This chapter provides details for removing and replacing each component of the Presario 1200XL units. Electrostatic Discharge When removing or replacing parts, be careful to discharge static electricity before touching the internal Notebook components. A sudden discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can destroy...
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2 REMOVAL SEQUENCEPRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Tool and Software Requirements The following items are required to service the Notebook: •Torx T-9 screwdriver 5mm nut drivers (for screwlocks and standoffs) Small standard screwdriver Small Phillips screwdriver Diagnostics software Screws The screws used in the Notebook are not interchangeable. If an incorrect screw is used during the reassembly process, it can...
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PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIESREMOVAL SEQUENCE 3 Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B ZIF Connector The 1200XL Series Notebooks use zero insertion force (ZIF) connectors on the system board. Ä CAUTION: A ZIF connector and its attached cable can be easily damaged. Handle only the connector slide when removing or replacing a cable. Never pull or twist on the cable while it is connected. To remove a cable from a ZIF connector, lift both corners of the ZIF...
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4 REMOVAL SEQUENCEPRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Cables Most cables used throughout the unit are ribbon cables. Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Use the following precautions when handling cables to avoid damage to the cable and the Notebook: Always handle cables by their connectors. In all cases avoid bending, twisting, pulling, or tearing cables. Apply only the minimum pressure required to...
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PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIESREMOVAL SEQUENCE 5 Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Diskette Drive Ribbon Cable The ribbon cable position for the diskette drive is shown below. Ä CAUTION: When servicing this Notebook, ensure that cables are placed in their proper location during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the Notebook.
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6 REMOVAL SEQUENCEPRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Speaker Assembly Cable The cable position for the speaker assembly is shown below. The cable is routed under the battery charger board and under the edge of the system board. Ä CAUTION: When servicing this Notebook, ensure that cables are placed in their proper location during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the Notebook.
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PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIESREMOVAL SEQUENCE 7 Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Keyboard Ribbon Cable The ribbon cable position for the keyboard is shown below. Ä CAUTION: When servicing this Notebook, ensure that cables are placed in their proper location during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the Notebook.
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8 REMOVAL SEQUENCEPRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Hard Drive Ribbon Cable The ribbon cable position for the hard drive is shown below. Ä CAUTION: When servicing the Notebook, ensure that cables are placed in their proper location during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the Notebook. Note:
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PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIESREMOVAL SEQUENCE 9 Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Preparing the Notebook for Disassembly Before beginning Removal and Replacement procedures, complete the following steps: 1. Disconnect AC power and any external devices. 2. Remove the battery pack (pg 10 ). 3. Remove any PC cards. Important: The battery pack should be removed before performing any internal maintenance on the Notebook. Å WARNING: Metal objects can damage...
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10 REMOVAL SEQUENCEPRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES Presario 1200XL Series Model XL300, XL300A, and XL300B Removing the Battery To remove the battery pack, complete the following steps: 1. Slide 1 the battery compartment door down and remove it from the chassis. 2. Pull 2 the battery from the chassis by the tab located on the end of the battery pack and slide battery from the chassis. To replace the battery, reverse these procedures. Important: The battery pack should be...