HP Omnibook Xe3 Gf Service Manual

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Figure 2-19. Removing the CPU Module (Pentium) 
CPU module 
CPU module 
lock mechanism  

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4. Celeron SKUs: Turn the lock screw one-half turn counterclockwise to release the CPU module, 
and remove the CPU module from the motherboard. 
  
 
Figure 2-20. Removing the CPU Module (Celeron) 
Reassembly Notes 
• Carefully reinsert the module into its socket. Make sure the module is fully seated, and that none of 
its pins are bent or otherwise damaged. 
• Pentium SKUs: Carefully insert the tip of the flat-blade screwdriver in the...

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Removing the Floppy Disk Drive 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
Required Equipment 
• #0 Phillips screwdriver. 
Removal Procedure 
1.  Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 
• Keyboard cover (page 2-8). 
• Keyboard (page 2-10). 
• Display assembly (page 2-16). 
• Top case (page 2-19). 
• Hinge saddle set (page 2-22). 
2.  Release the drive’s ribbon cable from its connector on the motherboard. 
3.  Remove the...

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  Figure 2-21. Removing the Floppy Disk Drive 
Reassembly Notes 
• Make sure the headphone PCA cable is not trapped under the floppy disk drive. 
Screws, 
M2.5x4 mm (2)  

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Removing the CD/DVD Drive 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
Required Equipment 
• #0 Phillips screwdriver. 
Removal Procedure 
1.  Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 
• Keyboard cover (page 2-8). 
• Keyboard (page 2-10). 
• Hard disk drive (page 2-12). 
• Display assembly (page 2-16). 
• Top case (page 2-19). 
• Hinge saddle set (page 2-22). 
2.  Pull the drive to the right, off of its connector and out of...

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Removing the Motherboard or Bottom Case 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
Required Equipment 
• #0 Phillips screwdriver. 
• 5 mm hexagonal socket screwdriver. 
When Installing a New Motherboard 
Before replacing the motherboard, you must (if possible) electronically store the motherboard’s serial 
number and service ID for transfer to the new motherboard. 
1.  Exit Windows and boot to a DOS prompt: 
• For Windows 98, press F8...

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Removal Procedure 
1.  Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.  
2.  Remove these additional assemblies: 
• Battery (page 2-4). 
• SDRAM modules (page 2-5). 
• Mini-PCI PCA (page 2-6). 
• Keyboard cover (page 2-8). 
• Keyboard (page 2-10). 
• Hard disk drive (page 2-12). 
• Display assembly (page 2-16). 
• Top case (page 2-19). 
• Hinge saddle set (page 2-22). 
• Heatsink assembly (page 2-24). 
• CPU module (page...

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  Figure 2-23. Removing the Motherboard 
Reassembly Procedure 
• When reinstalling the motherboard, see “Reinstalling the Motherboard” on page 2-35. 
• When reinstalling the bottom case, see “Replacing the Bottom Case” on page 2-36. 
Screw, 
M2.5x5 mm (1) 
Screw, 
M2.5x5 mm (1) 
Standoff screws, 5 mm (4) CPU standoff 
screws, 5 mm (2) 
Headphone 
PCA 
CPU support 
plate 
CD/DVD support  

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Reinstalling the Motherboard 
Reassembly Procedure 
1.  Install the CPU support plate. 
2.  Insert the I/O connectors through their openings in the bottom case, then lower the motherboard 
into place. 
• Be careful not to trap the modem or modem/LAN cable(s) or headphone PCA cable under the 
motherboard (modem and modem/LAN models only). 
• Fit the modem cable through the notch on the edge of the motherboard, and make sure the 
LAN...

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Replacing the Bottom Case 
Installation Procedure 
1.  Install a new Microsoft Product ID label. 
2.  Transfer the old serial number label and install a new overlay, or create a new serial number label 
using the steps below. 
3.  If you need to install or replace the docking or PCMCIA doors, refer to the figures below. 
  
 
 Figure 2-24. Installing Docking Doors