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HP 15-bw0 Series User Manual

HP 15-bw0 Series
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HP 15 Laptop PC (AMD)
* Model numbers: 15-bw0xx
HP 15g Laptop PC
* Model numbers: 15g-bx0xx
HP 15q Laptop PC
* Model numbers: 15q-by0xx
Maintenance and Service Guide

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HP 15-bw0 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHP
Model15-bw0 Series
CategoryLaptop
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Description

Getting to Know Your Computer

Right Side

Identifies and describes the components located on the right side of the computer.

Left Side

Identifies and describes the components located on the left side of the computer.

Display

Identifies and describes the components of the computer's display assembly.

Keyboard Area

Identifies and describes the keyboard and touchpad components.

Lights

Identifies and explains the function of status indicator lights on the keyboard.

Button

Identifies and describes the computer's power button and its functions.

Special Keys

Identifies and explains the special keys on the keyboard, including Fn and Windows keys.

Action Keys

Explains the functions of various action keys that perform specific system tasks.

Bottom

Identifies and describes the components located on the bottom of the computer.

Labels

Explains the purpose and location of service, regulatory, and wireless certification labels.

Illustrated Parts Catalog

Computer Major Components

Provides an illustrated breakdown of the computer's major internal and external components.

Display Assembly Subcomponents

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

Mass Storage Devices

Illustrates and lists spare parts for mass storage devices like optical drives and SSDs.

Cables

Illustrates and lists spare parts for various internal computer cables and their connectors.

Miscellaneous Parts

Illustrates and lists spare parts for miscellaneous items like AC adapters and power cords.

Removal and Replacement Procedures Preliminary Requirements

Tools Required

Lists the essential tools needed to perform component removal and replacement procedures.

Service Considerations

Provides essential considerations for safely handling components during disassembly and reassembly.

Plastic Parts

Offers precautions for handling plastic parts to prevent damage during service.

Cables and Connectors

Provides guidance on carefully handling cables and connectors to avoid damage during service.

Drive Handling

Details precautions for handling hard drives and optical drives to prevent damage or data loss.

Grounding Guidelines

Explains electrostatic discharge (ESD) risks and precautions to protect components.

Packaging and Transporting Guidelines

Provides guidelines for properly packaging and transporting computer equipment.

Workstation Guidelines

Offers recommendations for setting up a safe and effective workstation for electronic repairs.

Equipment Guidelines

Recommends specific grounding equipment to prevent electrostatic damage to computer components.

Removal and Replacement Procedures for Customer Self-Repair Parts

Component Replacement Procedures

Outlines the general steps and considerations for performing customer self-repair of computer parts.

Battery

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing and replacing the computer's battery.

Optical Drive

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the computer's optical drive.

Bottom Cover

Provides instructions on how to remove and replace the computer's bottom cover.

Removal and Replacement Procedures for Authorized Service Provider Parts

Component Replacement Procedures

Outlines general procedures and cautions for authorized service provider part replacement.

Display Subcomponents (Bezel, Panel, Camera)

Details the removal and replacement of display bezel, panel, and camera/microphone module.

Rubber Feet

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the rubber feet on the computer.

Bottom Cover

Details the procedure for authorized service personnel to remove and replace the bottom cover.

WLAN Module

Provides steps for removing and replacing the Wireless LAN (WLAN) module.

Memory Module

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the computer's memory modules (RAM).

Optical Drive Connector Board

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the optical drive connector board.

Hard Drive and Hard Drive Connector Board

Details steps for removing and replacing the hard drive and its connector board.

M.2 Solid-State Drive Adapter Bracket and Connector Board

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the M.2 SSD adapter bracket and connector board.

Solid-State Drive (SSD)

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the computer's solid-state drive (SSD).

RTC Battery

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the Real-Time Clock (RTC) battery.

Speakers

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the computer's speakers.

USB Board

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the USB board.

Fan

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the computer's cooling fan.

Heat Sink Assembly

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the heat sink assembly for thermal management.

TouchPad Button Board

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the TouchPad button board.

System Board

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the computer's system board (motherboard).

Display Assembly

Details the procedure for removing the entire display assembly from the computer.

Power Connector Cable

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the computer's power connector cable.

Power Button Board

Details the procedure for removing and replacing the computer's power button board.

Cable Locations

Illustrates the proper routing and location of various internal computer cables.

Top Cover/Keyboard

Provides instructions for removing and replacing the top cover and keyboard assembly.

Using Setup Utility (BIOS)

Starting Setup Utility (BIOS)

Explains the steps to enter and start the computer's BIOS Setup Utility.

Updating Setup Utility (BIOS)

Provides information on how to obtain and install updated versions of the BIOS Setup Utility.

Determining the BIOS Version

Guides users on how to identify the current BIOS version installed on the computer.

Downloading a BIOS Update

Details the process for downloading BIOS updates from the HP website.

Backing Up, Restoring, and Recovering

Creating Recovery Media and Backups

Explains methods for creating system recovery media and personal data backups.

Creating HP Recovery Media (Select Products Only)

Details the procedure for creating HP-specific recovery media for system restoration.

Using Windows Tools

Describes how to use built-in Windows tools for system restore points and data backups.

Restore and Recovery

Outlines various options available for restoring and recovering the computer system.

Recovering Using HP Recovery Manager

Provides guidance on using HP Recovery Manager for system recovery procedures.

What You Need to Know Before You Get Started

Lists important information and prerequisites before starting system recovery processes.

Changing the Computer Boot Order

Explains how to change the computer's boot order to facilitate recovery media usage.

Removing the HP Recovery Partition (Select Products Only)

Details the process for removing the HP Recovery partition to free up disk space.

Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

To Start HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

Provides instructions on how to initiate HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) tests.

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB Device

Guides users on downloading and creating HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) on a USB device.

Additional BIOS Crisis Recovery Tool

Introduces an additional tool for BIOS crisis recovery using an HP PC Hardware Diagnostics USB key.

Specifications

Computer Specifications

Lists the general technical specifications for the computer, including dimensions and power.

39.6-cm (15.6-in) Display Specifications

Details the technical specifications of the 39.6-cm (15.6-in) display, such as resolution and brightness.

Hard Drive Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for various hard drive capacities and types.

M.2 Solid-State Drive Specifications

Lists the technical specifications for M.2 solid-state drives of different capacities.

DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive Specifications

Details the technical specifications for the DVD±RW SuperMulti DL optical drive.

Power Cord Set Requirements

Requirements for All Countries

Outlines the universal requirements applicable to all power cord sets used with the computer.

Requirements for Specific Countries and Regions

Lists specific power cord set requirements and certifications for various countries and regions.

Recycling

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