Compaq Armada E500 Series Maintenance And Service Guide

Removal and Replacement Preliminaries 4-1
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chapter
4
R
EMOVAL AND
R
EPLACEMENT
P
RELIMINARIES
This chapter provides essential information for proper and safe removal
and replacement service.
4.1 Tools Required
You will need the following tools to complete the removal and
replacement procedures:
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Magnetic screwdriver
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Torx T-8 screwdriver
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Phillips screwdriver (for screw securing diskette drive bezel to base
assembly on Armada V300 only)
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7-mm hex socket (for bushing guides)
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Tool kit (includes connector removal tool, loopback plugs, and case
utility tool)
4.2 Service Considerations
Listed below are some of the considerations that you should keep in
mind during disassembly and assembly procedures.
IMPORTANT: As you remove each subassembly from the computer,
place it (and all accompanying screws) away from the work area to
prevent damage.

Compaq Armada E500 Series Specifications

General

Processor	Intel Pentium III
Chipset	Intel 440BX
Optical Drive	24x CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Networking	10/100 Ethernet
Wireless	Optional 802.11b
RAM	Up to 512 MB
Display	14.1-inch TFT, 1024x768 resolution
Graphics	ATI Rage Mobility with 8 MB
Ports	USB, Parallel, Serial, VGA, PS/2, Infrared
Battery	Lithium-Ion
Operating System	Windows 98, Windows 2000
Storage	6 GB - 12 GB Hard Disk Drive
Battery Life	Approximately 2-3 hours