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Compaq Presario A900 User Manual

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Compaq Presario A900 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
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Compaq Presario A900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
GraphicsIntel Graphics Media Accelerator X3100
Operating SystemWindows Vista Home Premium
Battery6-cell Lithium-Ion
ProcessorIntel Pentium Dual-Core T2370
RAM1GB DDR2
Storage160 GB HDD
Display17-inch WXGA+ 1440 x 900
Optical DriveDVD±RW SuperMulti with Double Layer Support
Networking802.11b/g
Ports3 x USB 2.0, VGA, LAN, Headphone output, Microphone input

Summary

Safety warning notice

Product description

Processors

Details various Intel Core and Celeron processors used in the notebook.

Chipset

Information on Intel GM965 and GL960 chipsets.

Graphics

Describes Unified Memory Architecture (UMA) graphics subsystem.

Panel

Specifications for the 17.0-inch WXGA+BrightView display panel.

Memory

Details memory module slots, dual-channel support, and RAM configurations.

Hard drives

Information on supported hard drive sizes and accessibility.

Optical drives

Specifies optical drive types and accessibility.

Diskette drive

Notes support for external USB diskette drives only.

Web camera

Describes the integrated VGA camera specifications.

Microphone

Details the integrated omnidirectional microphone.

Audio

Information on high-definition audio and speakers.

Modem

Specifications for the 56K V.92 data/fax modem.

Ethernet

Details the 10/100 network interface card.

Wireless

Covers integrated WLAN options and supported formats.

External media card

Lists supported digital card formats for the media slot.

Ports

Describes various input/output ports like USB, audio, video, and network.

Docking

States that docking support is none.

Keyboard/pointing devices

Details keyboard features and TouchPad functionality.

Power requirements

Information on AC adapter and battery specifications.

Security

Mentions the security cable slot.

Operating system

Lists preinstalled Windows Vista versions.

Serviceability

Lists end-user replaceable parts.

External component identification

Display components

Identifies internal display switch, wireless antennae, webcam, and microphone.

Top components

Identifies speakers, wireless button, and various indicator lights.

Keys

Explains functions of Fn key, Esc key, function keys, and Windows keys.

Pointing devices

Details TouchPad, its buttons, scroll zones, and light status.

Front components

Identifies audio-out and audio-in jacks.

Right-side components

Identifies USB ports, optical drive, and security cable slot.

Left-side components

Identifies power connector, vents, modem, network, monitor, S-Video, and media slot.

Bottom components

Identifies battery bay, release latch, vents, and module compartments.

Illustrated parts catalog

Serial number location

Shows location of serial number on the bottom of the computer.

Computer major components

Provides an exploded view of the notebook's main components.

Display assembly components

Lists spare parts for the display assembly, including bezel and panel.

Plastics Kit

Details parts included in the plastics kit, like covers.

Mass storage devices

Lists spare parts for optical drives and hard drives.

Miscellaneous parts

Lists spare parts like AC adapters and power cords.

Sequential part number listing

An index of spare part numbers and their descriptions.

Removal and replacement procedures

Preliminary replacement requirements

Lists necessary tools and general service considerations for repairs.

Cables and connectors

Guidelines for handling and routing cables during service.

Drive handling

Precautions for safely handling hard drives and optical drives.

Grounding guidelines

Explains electrostatic discharge (ESD) and prevention methods.

Packaging and transporting guidelines

Procedures for safely packaging and transporting ESD-sensitive equipment.

Workstation guidelines

Recommendations for setting up a safe and effective repair workstation.

Equipment guidelines

Recommendations for grounding equipment during service.

Unknown user password

Steps to clear CMOS and user passwords by removing the RTC battery.

Serial number

Explains where to find the serial number for service requests.

Computer feet

Details the location and part number for computer feet.

Battery

Procedure for removing and installing the notebook battery.

Camera module

Step-by-step guide to remove and install the integrated camera module.

Hard drive

Instructions for removing and installing the computer's hard drive.

Memory module

Procedure for removing and installing memory modules (RAM).

WLAN module

Steps to remove and install the wireless LAN module.

Optical drive

Instructions for removing and installing the optical drive.

Switch cover and keyboard

Procedure for removing and replacing the switch cover and keyboard assembly.

Display assembly

Detailed steps for removing and installing the entire display assembly.

Top cover

Instructions for removing and replacing the top cover of the notebook.

USB board

Procedure for removing and installing the USB interface board.

Fan

Steps to remove and install the computer's cooling fan.

Speaker assembly

Procedure for removing and installing the speaker assembly.

System board

Detailed instructions for removing and installing the main system board.

Power connector cable

Steps for removing and installing the power connector cable.

RTC battery

Procedure for removing and installing the Real-Time Clock (RTC) battery.

Digital media board

Instructions for removing and installing the digital media board.

Heat sink

Steps for removing and installing the heat sink assembly.

Processor

Detailed procedure for removing and installing the CPU.

Setup Utility

Starting the Setup Utility

How to access and launch the system's BIOS setup utility.

Changing the Setup Utility language

Guide to changing the language displayed in the Setup Utility.

Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility

Explains keyboard controls for navigating and making selections within the utility.

Displaying system information

How to view computer hardware and system information in the utility.

Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility

Procedure to load factory default settings for system configuration.

Using advanced Setup Utility features

Overview of advanced options like drive self-test and boot order.

Closing the Setup Utility

Methods to exit the Setup Utility, with or without saving changes.

Setup Utility menus

Overview of the different menus and options available in the utility.

Specifications

Computer specifications

Lists overall physical dimensions, weight, power, temperature, and environmental specs.

17.0-inch, WXGA display specifications

Technical details for the notebook's display panel.

Hard drive specifications

Performance and physical details for supported hard drives.

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive specifications

Technical specifications for the optical drive's read/write capabilities.

DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive specifications

Technical details for the standard combo optical drive.

System DMA specifications

Lists Direct Memory Access (DMA) channel assignments.

System interrupt specifications

Details hardware interrupt (IRQ) assignments for system components.

System I/O address specifications

Lists I/O port addresses used by system functions.

System memory map specifications

Outlines memory address ranges and their system functions.

Screw listing

Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screw

Details of black Phillips PM2.5x6.0 screws and their usage locations.

Phillips PM3.0×4.0 screw

Details of silver Phillips PM3.0x4.0 screws and where they are used.

Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw

Details of black Phillips PM2.0x4.0 screws and their applications.

Phillips PM2.5×9.0 screw

Details of black Phillips PM2.5x9.0 screws and their locations.

Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw

Details of black Phillips PM2.5x5.0 screws and their usage.

Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw

Details of silver Phillips PM2.5x7.0 screws and their placement.

Backup and recovery

Recovering system information

Overview of tools for safeguarding and restoring system data.

Creating recovery discs

Steps to create recovery discs for system restoration.

Backing up your information

Guidance on when and how to back up important system files.

Using system restore points

How to create and use system restore points to revert changes.

Create a system restore point

Step-by-step guide to creating a system restore point.

Restore to a previous date and time

Instructions for reverting the system to a prior restore point.

Performing a recovery

Explains system recovery options using Recovery Manager or partition.

Recovering from the recovery discs

Procedure to restore the system using created recovery discs.

Recovering from the partition on the hard drive

Steps to perform system recovery from the internal recovery partition.

Connector pin assignments

Audio-out (headphone)

Pinout details for the audio output jack.

Audio-in (microphone)

Pinout details for the audio input jack.

External monitor

Pinout information for connecting an external monitor.

RJ-11 (modem)

Pinout details for the RJ-11 modem connector.

RJ-45 (network)

Pinout details for the RJ-45 network connector.

S-Video-out

Pinout details for the S-Video output connector.

Universal Serial Bus

Pinout details for the USB port.

Power cord set requirements

Requirements for all countries and regions

General specifications for power cords applicable globally.

Requirements for specific countries and regions

Country-specific requirements and certifications for power cords.

Recycling

Battery

Guidance on proper disposal of used computer batteries.

Display

Information on recycling display components, including mercury warnings.

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