Compaq presario V6000 User Manual

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Maintenance and Service
Guide
Compaq Presario V6000 Notebook PC
Document Part Number: 416630 - 003
April 2007
This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining
and servicing the computer. It provides comprehensive
information on identifying computer features, components, and
spare parts; troubleshooting computer problems; and performing
computer disassembly procedures.

Compaq presario V6000 Specifications

General

Wireless	802.11b/g
Audio	Altec Lansing speakers
Battery	6-cell Lithium-Ion
Chipset	Intel 945GM Express
Memory	Up to 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM (2 slots)
Graphics	Intel GMA 950
Display	15.4" WXGA (1280 x 800)
Hard Drive	80 GB SATA (5400 RPM)
Optical Drive	DVD±RW
Ports	3 USB 2.0, VGA, S-Video, Ethernet, Headphone, Microphone
Card Reader	5-in-1 card reader
Operating System	Windows XP Media Center Edition
Network	10/100 Ethernet

Summary

Product Description

Features

Resetting the Computer

Power Management

External Components

Design Overview

Troubleshooting

Setup Utility in Windows XP

Guide to using the BIOS Setup Utility for system configuration in Windows XP.

Setup Utility in Windows Vista

Guide to using the BIOS Setup Utility for system configuration in Windows Vista.

Troubleshooting Flowcharts

Provides visual flowcharts to diagnose and resolve common computer issues.

Illustrated Parts Catalog

Serial Number Location

Computer Major Components

Display Assembly Components

Mass Storage Devices

Plastics Kit

Miscellaneous

Sequential Part Number Listing

Removal and Replacement Preliminaries

Tools Required

Lists the necessary tools for performing disassembly and reassembly procedures.

Service Considerations

Provides general advice and cautions for servicing computer components.

Preventing Damage to Removable Drives

Offers precautions to avoid damage to sensitive removable drives.

Preventing Electrostatic Damage

Explains the risks of ESD and how to prevent it for sensitive components.

Packaging and Transporting Precautions

Details procedures for safely packaging and transporting computer equipment.

Workstation Precautions

Outlines safety and grounding precautions for working at a service workstation.

Grounding Equipment and Methods

Removal and Replacement Procedures

Serial Number

Details how to locate the computer's serial number for service.

Disassembly Sequence Chart

Provides a chart mapping sections to component removal steps.

Preparing the Computer For Disassembly

Outlines the essential steps to take before starting component removal.

Hard Drive

Step-by-step instructions for removing and replacing the hard drive.

Memory Module

Detailed guide for removing and installing memory modules.

Mini Card Module

Instructions for removing and replacing the Mini Card wireless module.

Optical Drive

Procedure for removing and replacing the optical drive.

Keyboard

Procedure for removing and replacing the computer keyboard.

Display Assembly

Instructions for removing and disassembling the display assembly.

Top Cover

Steps for removing and replacing the top cover assembly.

System Board

Steps for removing and replacing the main system board.

Processor

Procedure for safely removing and installing the CPU.

Specifications

Computer General Specifications

Display Specifications

Storage Device Specifications

Battery Specifications

System Component Specifications

B Backup and Recovery in Windows XP

Backing Up Your Information

C Backup and Recovery in Windows Vista

Recovering System Information

Backing up Your Information

Using System Restore Points

Creating Recovery Discs

Reinstalling Software Programs and Drivers

Performing a Recovery