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HP EliteBook 8540p Notebook PC HP EliteBook 8540w Mobile Workstation Maintenance and Service Guide...
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SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
Table of contents 1 Product description ............................1 2 External component identification ........................ 9 Display ..............................9 Top components ..........................10 Pointing devices ......................... 10 Lights ..........................11 Buttons, switches, and fingerprint reader ................13 Keys ........................... 15 Front components ..........................16 Left-side components .........................
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Cables and connectors ..................41 Drive handling ....................41 Grounding guidelines ......................42 Electrostatic discharge damage ................ 42 Packaging and transporting guidelines ..........43 Workstation guidelines ..............43 Equipment guidelines ............... 44 Component replacement procedures ....................45 Service tag ......................... 45 Computer feet ........................
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Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ..............105 Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ..............106 Computer Setup menus ........................107 File menu ......................... 107 Security menu ........................108 System Configuration menu .................... 109 6 Specifications .............................. 113 Computer specifications ........................113 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD display specifications ..................
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Audio-in (microphone) ........................134 External monitor ..........................135 RJ-11 (modem) ..........................136 RJ-45 (network) ..........................136 Universal Serial Bus ......................... 137 9 Power cord set requirements ........................138 Requirements for all countries and regions ..................138 Requirements for specific countries and regions ................139 10 Recycling ..............................
Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Product Name HP EliteBook 8540p Notebook PC √ HP EliteBook 8540w Mobile Workstation √ Processors Intel® Core™i7 processors, Quad Core 840QM, 1.86-GHz (Turbo up to 3.06) √ √...
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Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation NVIDIA N10P-GLM4 1GB GDDR5 - NVIDIA √ Quadro FX 1800M ATI FirePro M5800 √ Panel All display assemblies include 3 wireless local √ √ area network (WLAN) antennas and 2 wireless wide area network (WWAN) antennas 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD...
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320-GB, SED, 7200-rpm ● 250-GB, 7200 Supports the following solid-state drives: √ √ ● 256-GB ● 160-GB HP Mobile Data Protection System 3D √ √ RAID 0/1 Support √ √ Upgrade bay Fixed (removal of 1 screw required) √ √...
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Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Webcam Integrated 2-megapixel webcam with macro √ √ lens Modem 56K V.92 MDC data/fax modem √ √ Modem cable not included √ √ Supports “No Modem” option √...
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3-pin AC power √ √ Docking connector √ √ Docking HP Docking Station √ √ HP Advanced Docking Station √ √ Keyboard/pointing devices Full-size keyboard with durable key cap √ √ coating Dual point (pointing stick and TouchPad) with 3 √...
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Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation HP Fast Charge Technology √ √ Security Integrated fingerprint reader √ √ Integrated smart card reader √ √ Security cable slot √ √ Trusted platform module (TPM) V.1.2 √...
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Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft √ √ Office Personal Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Microsoft √ √ Office Professional Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft √...
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Category Description HP EliteBook HP EliteBook 8540p 8540w Mobile Notebook PC Workstation Windows Vista Home Basic √ √ Windows XP Professional √ √ DRDVD XP Pro √ √ DRDVD Windows 7 √ √ DRDVD Windows 7 with WinDVD √ √...
External component identification Display Component Description Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the power is on. Internal microphones (2) Record sound. Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. Webcam Records audio and video and captures still photographs. Keyboard light Illuminates the keyboard in low-light conditions when pressed.
Top components Pointing devices Component Description Pointing stick* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Center pointing stick button* Functions like the center button on an external mouse. Right pointing stick button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.
Lights NOTE: Lights indicated by callouts 5 – 7 and 10 – 13 are always lit when the computer is powered on. The light does not imply the function is active. NOTE: If you press the lights indicated by callouts 5, 6, 11, 12, and 13, the light blinks for a few seconds and turns back on.
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Description ● Drive light Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. ● QuickLook light On: The computer is on. ● Off: The computer is off or in the Sleep or Hibernation state.
Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. ● QuickLook button When the computer is off, press the button to open HP QuickLook. ● When the computer is on, press the button to open Software Setup. NOTE: If Software Setup is not available, the default Web browser opens.
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Component Description ● QuickWeb button When the computer is off, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is on, press the button to open the default Web browser. Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not establish a wireless connection.
Keys Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the key. Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. Integrated numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad.
● Drive light Blinking turquoise: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. Speakers (2) Produce sound. Media Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats: ●...
Component Description Display release button Opens the computer. Business card slot Holds a business card in position so that the webcam can capture an image. Left-side components Component Description USB ports (3) Connect optional USB devices. Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Rear components The vent enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Component Description External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
Holds the hard drive. Bluetooth compartment Contains a Bluetooth device. Wireless module compartment Contains an HP Mobile Broadband Module. NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region.
Wireless antennas (select models only) The antennas send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. Component Description WWAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide area networks (WWANs).
Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag. ● Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer. ●...
Computer major components Item Description Spare part number Display assembly (includes 3 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables) For use in model 8540p: ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers without a webcam 595736-001 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog...
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Item Description Spare part number ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers with a webcam 595737-001 ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, FHD for use in computers without a webcam 595738-001 ● 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, FHD for use in computers with a webcam 600755-001 ●...
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For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that include a fingerprint reader 595775-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that do not include a fingerprint reader 595776-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540w computer models that include a fingerprint reader...
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Item Description Spare part number Intel Core i5 processors, Dual Core 580M, 2.66-GHz (Turbo up to 3.33) processor 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 625825-001 560M, 2.66-GHz (Turbo up to 3.20) processor 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 625824-001 540M, 2.53-GHz (Turbo up to 3.06) processor 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 594188-001 520M, 2.40-GHz (Turbo up to 2.93) processor 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 594187-001...
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ATI FirePro M5800 graphics card 595823-001 (11) WWAN modules HP un2420 Broadband Module (WWAN) 531993-001 HP hs2320 HSPA Mobile Broadband Module 574248-001 HSPA F3607 WWAN minicard module 574249-001 (12) System board (includes replacement thermal material and VGA support bracket) For use with the following dual-core processors: 520M, 540M, 620M...
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Base enclosure (includes rubber feet) For use with HP EliteBook 8540w computer models without an RJ-11 cap 595772-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models with an RJ-11 cap 595773-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models without an RJ-11 cap...
Display enclosure (includes antennas, microphone, and microphone mylar) For use in HP Elite 8540p models 595744-001 For use in HP Elite 8540w models that do not use DreamColor displays 595745-001 For use in HP Elite 8540w models that use DreamColor displays...
Mass storage devices Item Description Spare part number Optical drive DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe 595759-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL Drive 595760-001 DVD-ROM Drive 595758-001 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 595761-001 Hard drive (includes bracket and screws) 640-GB, 7200-rpm 621046-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm...
Miscellaneous parts Description Spare part number AC adapters 90-W AC adapter 463955-001 613153-001 90-W AC adapter for use in India 535593-001 613160-001 120-W AC adapter 463953-001 613154-001 150-W AC adapter 463954-001 613156-001 Battery latch kit (includes latch, knob, and spring) 595750-001 Power cords: For use in Argentina...
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Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe 531993-001 HP un2420 Broadband Module (WWAN) 535593-001 90-W AC adapter for use in India 537921-001...
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Display enclosure for use in HP Elite 8540p models (includes antennas, microphone, and microphone mylar) 595745-001 Display enclosure for use in HP Elite 8540w models that do not use DreamColor displays (includes antennas, microphone, and microphone mylar) Sequential part number listing...
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Top cover for use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that include a fingerprint reader (includes TouchPad button and bracket) 595776-001 Top cover for use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that do not include a fingerprint reader (includes TouchPad button and bracket) 595777-001...
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Spare part Description number 595781-001 Ambient light sensor board (includes cable) 595782-001 USB/VGA board (includes cable) 595783-001 ExpressCard/audio assembly 595784-001 Plastics Kit (see Plastics Kit on page 29 for more Plastics Kit spare part information) 595785-001 Rubber Kit (includes rubber screw covers) 595786-001 Screw Kit 595787-001...
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Spare part Description number 595790-B71 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Sweden (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-BA1 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Slovenia (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-BB1 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Israel (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-BG1 Keyboard with pointing stick for use in Switzerland (includes keyboard and pointing stick cables) 595790-DD1...
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Spare part Description number 621046-001 640-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive (includes hard drive bracket and screws) 623181-001 LCD raw display panel, 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD SVA, anti-glare 624643-001 LCD raw display panel, 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD+ WVA, anti-glare 625824-001 Intel Core i5 560M Dual Core processor, 2.66-GHz (Turbo up to 3.20), 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 625825-001 Intel Core i5 580M Dual Core processor, 2.66-GHz (Turbo up to 3.33), 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 625826-001...
Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screwdriver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers ● Torx T8 screwdriver Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.
Cables and connectors CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer. Cables must be handled with extreme care to avoid damage. Apply only the tension required to unseat or seat the cables during removal and insertion.
Grounding guidelines Electrostatic discharge damage Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some protection, but in many cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions.
Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes. ● Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging. ● Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations.
Equipment guidelines Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation. ● When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times.
Component replacement procedures This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures. There are as many as 95 screws and screw locks, in 15 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw and screw lock size and location during removal and replacement.
Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. There are 6 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...
Battery Description Spare part number 8-cell, 73-Wh Li-ion battery 493976-001 8-cell, 68-Wh Li-ion battery 592078-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
NOTE: This section applies only to computer models with WWAN capability. NOTE: If there is a SIM inserted in the SIM slot, it must be removed before disassembling the computer. Be sure that the SIM is reinserted in the SIM slot after reassembling the computer. Before removing the SIM, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
Optical drive NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel. Description Spare part number DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive with LightScribe 595759-001 Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL Drive 595760-001 DVD-ROM Drive 595758-001 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 595761-001 Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps:...
Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive. Remove the optical drive bracket (2). Reverse this procedure to install an optical drive. Upgrade bay Description Spare part number 500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 595762-001 Before removing a drive from the upgrade bay, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
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Remove the optical drive (5) from the computer. Remove the assembly from the base enclosure. Reverse this procedure to install the hard drive into the upgrade bay. Component replacement procedures...
Ambient light sensor NOTE: If it has been determined that the ambient light sensor is the component that must be replaced to complete the computer repair, the display assembly does not have to be removed. Follow the procedures in this section to replace the ambient light sensor. For information on replacing the display assembly and the display hinges, see Display assembly on page Description...
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Release the display bezel bottom edge (3) from the display assembly. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw (1) that secures the ambient light sensor to the display enclosure. Release the sensor (2) from the display enclosure as far as the display panel cable and backlight cable allow.
Hard drive NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket and screws. Description Spare part number 640-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 621046-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 634919-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive, Self-encrypting drive (SED) 626978-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 603783-001 250-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 595753-001...
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Lift the right side of the hard drive cover, swing it to the left (2), and remove the cover. The hard drive cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 595784-001 Loosen the Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screw (1) that secures the hard drive to the computer. Grasp the Mylar tab on the hard drive and slide the hard drive to the right (2) to disconnect it from the system board.
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Remove the hard drive (3) from the hard drive bay. If it is necessary to replace the hard drive bracket, remove the four Phillips PM3.0×5.0 hard drive bracket screws (1) from each side of the hard drive. Lift the bracket (2) straight up to remove it from the hard drive. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive.
Bluetooth module NOTE: The Bluetooth module spare part kit does not include a Bluetooth module cable. The Bluetooth module cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. See Cable Kit on page 30 for more Cable Kit spare part number information. Description Spare part number Bluetooth module...
Reverse this procedure to install the Bluetooth module. RTC battery Description Spare part number RTC battery 581075-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Disconnect the RTC battery cable (1) from the system board. Gently pull the battery away from the double-sided tape that secures it to the system board and remove it from the computer (2). Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery. Component replacement procedures...
Expansion memory modules NOTE: Expansion memory is installed in a compartment on the bottom of the computer. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595764-001 or 630293-001 have two memory slots. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595765-001 or 630294-001 have four memory slots.
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Lift the right side of the cover (2), swing it up and to the left, and remove the cover. The memory module compartment cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 595784-001. Spread the retaining tabs (1) on each side of the expansion memory module slot to release the memory module.
Ericsson modules are only available in EMEA on certain computers. Description Spare part number HP un2420 Broadband Module (WWAN) 531993-001 HP hs2320 HSPA Mobile Broadband Module 574248-001 HSPA F3607 WWAN minicard module 574249-001 Before removing the WWAN module, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
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Lift the right side of the cover (2), swing it up and to the left, and remove the cover. The WWAN cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 595784-001. Disconnect the WWAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WWAN module. NOTE: The red WWAN antenna cable is connected to the WWAN module “Main”...
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Remove the WWAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: WWAN modules are designed with a notch (4) to prevent incorrect insertion. Figure 4-1 Ericsson module antenna locations Figure 4-2 Qualcomm module antenna locations Reverse this procedure to install the WWAN module.
Keyboard For use in: Spare part number For use in: Spare part number Keyboards with pointing stick (includes pointing stick cable): Belgium 595790-A41 Latin America 595790-161 Brazil 595790-201 The Netherlands and Europe 595790-B31 Bulgaria 595790-261 Norway 595790-091 Czech Republic and Slovakia 595790-A81 Portugal 595790-131...
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Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×12.0 captive screws that secure the keyboard to the computer. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Open the computer as far as possible. Slide the four keyboard retention tabs (1) toward you. The tabs are located between the keys, between the keys, between the keys, and between the...
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Release the ZIF connector to which the pointing stick cable (2) is attached, and then disconnect the pointing stick cable from the system board. Remove the keyboard. Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard. Component replacement procedures...
Primary memory module NOTE: Primary memory is installed under the keyboard. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595764-001 or 630293-001 have two memory slots. Computers that use the system board with spare part number 595765-001 or 630294-001 have four memory slots.
Remove the primary memory module (2) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: Memory modules are designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect insertion into the memory module slot. Reverse this procedure to install a primary memory module. WLAN module CAUTION: The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable.
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Description Spare part number Intel Wi-Fi Link 6200, 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, 572509-001 Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, French Guiana, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Greece, Guadeloupe, Guam, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan,...
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Remove the WLAN module: Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WLAN module. NOTE: The black WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module “Main” terminal. The white WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module “Aux”...
Switch cover Description Spare part number Switch cover for use in model 8540p (includes LED board and cable) 595770-001 Switch cover for use in model 8540w (includes LED board and cable) 595771-001 Before removing the switch cover, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
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Remove the switch cover from the computer (3). Reverse this procedure to install the switch cover. Component replacement procedures...
Description Spare part number 595769-001 Before removing the fan, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
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Lift the fan from the base enclosure (5). Reverse this procedure to install the fan. NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least a 7.6-cm (3-in) clearance on the left side of the computer. The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by a temperature sensor and is designed to turn on automatically when high temperature conditions exist.
Heat sink All heat sink spare part kits include replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number Heat sink for use in computers with NVIDIA Quadro FX 1800 graphics (includes fan) 595766-001 Heat sink for use in computers with NVIDIA Quadro FX 880 or NVIDIA NVS 5100 graphics (does 595767-001 not include fan) Heat sink for use in computers with ATI FirePro M5800 graphics (includes fan)
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In the order indicated, loosen the eight Torx T8M2.0x8.0 captive screws (1) - (8) that secure the heat sink to the base enclosure. Lift the right side of the heat sink (1) to disengage it from the graphics card. Remove the heat sink (2) from the computer. NOTE: The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the heat sink (1) - (3) each time the heat sink is removed.
Reverse this procedure to install the heat sink. Processor NOTE: All processor spare part kits include replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number Intel Core i7 processors, Quad Core 840QM, 1.86-GHz (Turbo up to 3.06) processor 8-MB L3 cache, 8 threads 612260-001 820QM, 1.73-GHz (Turbo up to 3.06) processor 8-MB L3 cache, 8 threads 583053-001...
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Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet, and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 47). Remove the following components: Keyboard (see Keyboard on page Switch cover (see Switch cover on page Fan (see...
Graphics card NOTE: All graphics card spare part kits include replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number NVIDIA NVS 5100 graphics card 595820-001 NVIDIA Quadro FX 880 graphics card 595821-001 NVIDIA Quadro FX 1800 graphics card 595822-001 ATI FirePro M5800 graphics card 595823-001 Before removing the graphics card, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
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Remove the graphics card (2) by sliding it away from the graphics card slot at an angle. NOTE: The graphics card is designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect insertion. Reverse this procedure to install the graphics card. Component replacement procedures...
Display assembly All display assemblies include 3 WLAN antenna transceivers and cables, and 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables. Description Spare part number For use in model 8540p: 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers without a webcam 595736-001 39.6-cm (15.6-in) LED, HD, AntiGlare for use in computers with a webcam 595737-001...
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Remove the display assembly: Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Disconnect the display panel cable (1) from the system board. Remove the display panel cable from the clips built into the top cover (2) Disconnect the microphone cable from the pass-thru cable (3). Remove the WWAN antenna cables from the channel to the bottom of the base enclosure.(4).
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Remove the following: (1) Two rubber screw covers (2) Four Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screws, two on the bottom, two on back (3) Two Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screws in the battery bay Remove the three Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screws (1) that secure the display assembly to the computer.
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If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or display hinges, remove the following: (1) Four rubber screw covers on the display bezel top edge (2) Two rubber screw covers on the display bezel bottom edge (3) Four Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws on the display bezel top edge (4) Two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws on the display bezel bottom edge NOTE: Ambient light sensor on page 52...
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If it is necessary to replace the webcam module from the display enclosure, gently pull the webcam module away from the double-sided tape on the display enclosure (1), disconnect the webcam cable from the module (2), and then remove the webcam. The webcam module is available using spare part number 583219-001.
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If it is necessary to remove the display panel cable, remove the tape that secures the connector to the display panel (1), slide up and back the vertical bracket (2) that secures the cable to the display, and then lift the cable away from the display panel (3). The display panel cable is in the Display Panel Cable Kit, spare part number 595741-001 for HD displays and 615116-001 for DreamColor displays.
For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that include a fingerprint reader 595775-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540p computer models that do not include a fingerprint reader 595776-001 For use with HP EliteBook 8540w computer models that include a fingerprint reader...
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Remove the two Phillips PM2.0x3.0 screws (4) from the hard drive bay. Turn the computer right-side up, with the rear toward you. Remove the two Torx T8M2.5×6.0 screws (1) from the top of the top cover. Close the computer and turn the rear toward you. Remove the two HM2.5×6.0 screw locks (2) that secure the top cover to the computer.
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Disconnect the following cables from the system board: ● (1) Black VGA cable ● (2) Gray VGA cable ● (3) Fingerprint reader cable ● (4) TouchPad cable ● (5) Card reader cable Lift the rear edge of the top cover (1), and then swing it up and forward slightly. Lift the top cover up (2) to allow access to the audio pass-thru cable located on the bottom of the top cover.
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Disconnect the audio pass-thru cable from the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. Component replacement procedures...
Modem module NOTE: The modem module spare part kit does not include a modem module cable. The modem module cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. See Cable Kit on page 30 for more Cable Kit spare part number information. Description Spare part number Modem module...
Disconnect the modem module cable (3) from the modem module. Reverse this procedure to install the modem module. ExpressCard/audio assembly Description Spare part number ExpressCard/audio assembly 595783-001 Before removing the ExpressCard/audio assembly, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Fan (see Fan on page Heat sink (see Heat sink on page Modem module (see Modem module on page Remove the ExpressCard/audio assembly: Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Disconnect the speaker cable from the assembly (1). Remove the two Torx T8M2.5×8.0 screws (2) that secure the assembly to the base enclosure.
Speaker assembly Description Spare part number Speaker assembly 595788-001 Before removing the speaker assembly, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
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Unplug the Bluetooth cable (1) from the system board, and then remove the cable from the routing channel atop the right speaker (2). Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the speaker assembly to the base enclosure. Remove the speaker assembly (2) from the base enclosure. Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...
Reverse this procedure to install the speaker assembly. System board NOTE: All system board spare part kits include replacement thermal material and VGA support bracket. NOTE: Models that support quad-core processors have four memory slots. Models that support dual-core processors have two memory slots. Description Spare part number For use with the following dual-core processors: 520M, 540M, 620M...
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When replacing the system board, be sure that the following components are removed from the defective system board and installed on the replacement system board: ● SIM (see SIM on page ● Memory module (see Expansion memory modules on page ●...
Disconnect the VGA board cable from the bottom of the system board. Remove the system board from the chassis. Reverse the preceding procedure to install the system board. RJ-11 connector cable NOTE: The RJ-11 connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. Before removing the RJ-11 connector cable, follow these steps: Shut down the computer.
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Heat sink (see Heat sink on page Modem module (see Modem module on page System board (see System board on page Remove the RJ-11 connector cable: Position the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. Remove the RJ-11 connector (1) from the clip built into the base enclosure. Remove the RJ-11 connector cable from the clips and routing channel (2) built into the base enclosure.
USB/VGA board Description Spare part number USB/VGA board (includes cable) 595782-001 Before removing the USB/VGA board, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
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Lift the USB/VGA board out of the chassis (2) Reverse this procedure to install the USB/VGA board. 102 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...
Power connector cable NOTE: The power connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 595787-001. Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps: Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Remove the power connector cable from the enclosure. Reverse this procedure to install the power connector cable. 104 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures...
Computer Setup Starting Computer Setup Computer Setup is a preinstalled, ROM-based utility that can be used even when the operating system is not working or will not load. NOTE: Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this guide may not be supported by your computer.
NOTE: You can use either a pointing device (TouchPad, pointing stick, or USB mouse) or the keyboard to navigate and make selections in Computer Setup. Press to enter BIOS Setup. Select the File, Security, Diagnostics, or System Configuration menu. To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods: ●...
Computer Setup menus The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Computer Setup options. NOTE: Some of the Computer Setup menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer. File menu Select To do this ●...
User Tools Change Password Enter, change, or delete a BIOS administrator password. HP SpareKey Enrollment Enroll or reset HP SpareKey, which is a set of security questions and answers used if you forget your password. Anti Theft AT-p Enable/disable Anti-Theft Protection.
System Configuration menu NOTE: Some of the listed System Configuration options may not be supported by your computer. Select To do this Language Change the Computer Setup language. ● Boot Options Set a Startup Menu delay (in seconds). ● Set the Multiboot Express Boot Popup delay (in seconds).
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Availability of these options varies by computer model. ● Enable/disable secondary battery fast charge (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable HP QuickLook (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable Preboot Authentication on HP QuickLook Boot (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable HP QuickWeb (enabled by default).
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Select To do this ● Built-In Device Options Enable/disable the wireless button state (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable embedded WLAN device radio (select models only; enabled by default). ● Enable/disable the embedded Bluetooth device radio (enabled by default). ● Enable/disable the Network Interface Controller (NIC) (enabled by default).
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Select To do this Port Options NOTE: All port options are enabled by default. ● Enable/disable the serial port. ● Enable/disable the parallel port. ● Enable/disable the flash media reader. ● Enable/disable the USB port. CAUTION: Disabling the USB port also disables MultiBay devices and ExpressCard devices on the advanced port replicator.
Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Length 25.2 cm 9.9 in Width 37.4 cm 14.7 in Height (front to rear) 3.2 to 3.7 cm 1.28 to 1.45 in Weight (equipped with 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD+ display, NV 2.89 kg 6.37 lbs Graphics, DVD drive, 1-GB DIMM, 160-GB hard drive, WLAN module, 8-cell battery) Input power...
Metric U.S. Nonoperating 1.50 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.5 oct/min sweep rate NOTE: Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD display specifications Metric U.S.
39.6-cm (15.6-in) HD+ display specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Height 20.9 cm 8.25 in Width 35.9 cm 14.15 in Diagonal 39.6 cm 15.6 in Surface treatment Anti-glare Contrast ratio 300:1 (typical) Refresh rate 60 Hz Brightness 200 nits (typical) Pixel resolution Pitch 0.2151 mm Format...
Hard drive specifications 640-GB* 500-GB* 320-GB* 250-GB* Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm Width 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm Weight 101 g 101 g 101 g 101 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA SATA Transfer rate 100 MB/sec...
DVD-ROM Drive specifications Applicable disc DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18, CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2), CD Digital Audio, CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2), CD-I (Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2), CD-R, CD-RW, Photo CD (single and multisession), CD-Bridge Center hole diameter 1.5 cm (0.59 in) Disc diameter...
Specification information in Device Manager Device Manager allows you to view and control the hardware attached to the computer, as well as provides hardware specification information. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows 7 and Windows Vista include the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your computer.
NOTE: For detailed instructions, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support. NOTE: In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them for later use. Backing up your information Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. You should create system repair discs (select models only) and your initial backup immediately after software setup.
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Note the following when backing up: ● Store personal files in the Documents library, and back it up regularly. ● Back up templates that are stored in their associated programs. ● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings.
Recovery disc (both purchased separately). For additional information, refer to the “Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)” section in this guide. If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are listed, restart the computer, and then press before the Windows operating system loads.
The recovery tool reinstalls the operating system and HP programs and drivers that were installed at the factory. Software not installed at the factory must be reinstalled.
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Select Repair your computer. Follow the on-screen instructions. Windows 7 127...
NOTE: For detailed instructions, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support. NOTE: In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them for later use. Backing up your information Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. You should create your initial backup immediately after software setup.
● When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, or DVD±RW. The discs you use will depend on the type of optical drive installed in your computer. NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required.
If possible, back up all personal files. If possible, check for the presence of the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition. To find the partitions, select Start > Computer.
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follow the on-screen instructions. You can also order the DVD by calling technical support. For contact information, refer to the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet included with the computer. CAUTION: Using a Windows Vista operating system DVD completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive.
NOTE: For detailed instructions, perform a search for these topics in Help and Support. NOTE: In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them for later use. Backing up your information Recovery after a system failure is as complete as your most current backup. You should create your initial backup immediately after software setup.
The recovery process reinstalls the original operating system, software, and drivers. Software, drivers, and updates not installed by HP must be manually reinstalled. To recover your operating system and programs, follow these steps: If possible, back up all personal files.
Connector pin assignments Audio-out (headphone) Signal Audio out, left channel Audio out, right channel Ground Audio-in (microphone) Signal Audio signal in Audio signal in Ground 134 Chapter 8 Connector pin assignments...
External monitor Signal Red analog Green analog Blue analog Not connected Ground Ground analog Ground analog Ground analog +5 VDC Ground Monitor detect DDC 2B data Horizontal sync Vertical sync DDC 2B clock External monitor 135...
Power cord set requirements The wide range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC, or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased.
Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number Australia EANSW Austria Belgium CEBC Canada Denmark DEMKO Finland FIMKO France Germany Italy Japan METI The Netherlands KEMA Norway NEMKO The People's Republic of China South Korea Sweden SEMKO Switzerland Taiwan...
NOTE: Materials Disposal. This HP product contains mercury in the backlight in the display assembly that might require special handling at end-of-life. Disposal of mercury may be regulated because of environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, contact your local authorities, or see the Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) Web site at http://www.eiae.org.
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Perform the following steps to disassemble the display assembly: Remove all screw covers (1) and screws (2) that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. Lift up and out on the left and right inside edges (1) and the top and bottom inside edges (2) of the display bezel until the bezel disengages from the display assembly.
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Disconnect all display panel cables (1) from the display inverter and remove the inverter (2). Remove all screws (1) that secure the display panel assembly to the display enclosure. Remove the display panel assembly (2) from the display enclosure. Turn the display panel assembly upside-down. Remove all screws that secure the display panel frame to the display panel.
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Remove the display panel frame (2) from the display panel. Remove the screws (1) that secure the backlight cover to the display panel. Lift the top edge of the backlight cover (2) and swing it outward. Remove the backlight cover. Turn the display panel right-side up.
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Remove the backlight cables (1) from the clip (2) in the display panel. Turn the display panel upside-down. WARNING! The backlight contains mercury. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this component and causing exposure to the mercury. Remove the backlight frame from the display panel.
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Remove the backlight from the backlight frame. Disconnect the display panel cable (1) from the LCD panel. Remove the screws (2) that secure the LCD panel to the display rear panel. Release the LCD panel (3) from the display rear panel. Release the tape (4) that secures the LCD panel to the display rear panel.
Index Symbols/Numerics Backup and Restore Center 128, fingerprint reader 111 1394 port, identifying 17 integrated camera 111 base enclosure, spare part internal speakers 111 number 27, 36 LAN/WLAN switching 111 AC adapter, spare part numbers battery microphone 111 32, 33, 38 removal 47 modem 111 ambient light sensor...
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28, 35, 87 display hinge external monitor port HP QuickLook 110 removal 87 identifying 18 HP SpareKey enrollment 108 spare part number 28, 35, 87 pin assignments 135 display panel product description 2 IEEE 1394 port, identifying 17...
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audio-out (headphone) 17 spare part number 68 modem jack 136 RJ-11 (modem) 18 spare part numbers 27, 60 monitor port 135 RJ-45 (network) 18 memory module compartment network jack 136 cover RJ-11 136 illustrated 29 RJ-45 jack 136 keyboard removal 58, 60 Universal Serial Bus (USB) product description 5 microphone (audio-in) jack...
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DVD-ROM Drive 121 security cable slot, identifying 18 serviceability 8 DVD±RW and CD-RW Security menu 108 webcam 4 SuperMulti DL Combo always prompt for HP wireless 4 Drive SpareKey enrollment 108 product name 1 hard drive 117 Automatic DriveLock 108...
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spare part number 24, 88 Windows applications key, spare part numbers 36 identifying 15 TouchPad buttons, identifying Windows Backup utility 132, 133 10, 14 Windows logo key, identifying 15 TouchPad cable, illustrated 30 Windows recovery 133 TouchPad light, identifying 12 Windows Vista operating system TouchPad scroll zone, DVD 130...
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