HP 246 User Manual

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Maintenance and Service Guide

HP 246 Specifications

General

Category	Laptop
RAM	4 GB
Display	14 inch
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics
Ports	HDMI, RJ-45, headphone/microphone combo jack
Wireless	Bluetooth

Summary

Illustrated Parts Catalog

Major Computer Components

Illustrates and lists major computer components and their spare part numbers.

Display Assembly Subcomponents

Details components of the display assembly and their spare part numbers.

Removal and Replacement Procedures

Preliminary Replacement Requirements

Outlines tools, service considerations, and precautions before component replacement.

Drive Handling and Grounding

Component Replacement Procedures

Computer Feet and Battery Replacement

Display Assembly Replacement

Procedures for removing the entire display assembly and its subcomponents.

Storage and Module Replacement

Internal Component Replacement

Board and Cable Replacement

System Board and Thermal Assembly Replacement

Processor Replacement

Detailed steps for removing and installing the Intel processor.

BIOS and System Diagnostics in Windows 8

BIOS and System Diagnostics in Windows 7

Starting and Updating BIOS

System Diagnostics

Backing Up, Restoring, and Recovering in Windows 8

Creating Recovery Media and Backups

Instructions on creating HP Recovery media and system restore points.

System Recovery Options

Explains options like Windows Refresh, Factory Reset, and HP Recovery Manager.

Backing Up, Restoring, and Recovering in Windows 7

Creating Backups and Recovery Media

Guides on creating backups, recovery media, and system restore points.

Restoring and Recovery Procedures

Details on restoring system restore points, specific files, and using HP Recovery Manager.