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HP 8710p - Compaq Business Notebook User Manual

HP 8710p - Compaq Business Notebook
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HP Compaq 8710p Notebook PC and
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Maintenance and Service Guide

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HP 8710p - Compaq Business Notebook Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Core 2 Duo
ChipsetIntel PM965 Express
RAMUp to 4GB DDR2 SDRAM (667 MHz)
Storage80/120/160 GB 5400 rpm SATA hard drive
Display1680x1050
Operating SystemWindows XP Professional
WirelessIntel Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN
PortsVGA, S-Video
Optical DriveDVD-ROM

Summary

Product Description

Computer Specifications

Detailed specifications for computer models, including dimensions, power, and environmental factors.

17.0-inch, WUXGA+WVA Display Specifications

Technical details for the 17.0-inch WUXGA+WVA display, covering resolution, brightness, and viewing angle.

17.0-inch, WSXGA+WVA Display Specifications

Technical details for the 17.0-inch WSXGA+WVA display, covering resolution, brightness, and viewing angle.

17.0-inch, WXGA+WVA Display Specifications

Technical details for the 17.0-inch WXGA+WVA display, covering resolution, brightness, and viewing angle.

Hard Drive Specifications

Specifications for various hard drive capacities, including dimensions, interface, and performance metrics.

DVD±RW and CD-RW Double-Layer Combo Drive Specifications

Technical specifications for the DVD±RW/CD-RW combo drive, detailing disc compatibility and data transfer rates.

DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive Specifications

Technical specifications for the DVD/CD-RW combo drive, detailing disc compatibility and data transfer rates.

DVD-ROM Drive

Technical specifications for the DVD-ROM drive, detailing disc compatibility and data transfer rates.

System DMA Specifications

Details on Direct Memory Access (DMA) channels and their system functions.

System Memory Map Specifications

Information on memory addresses and their corresponding system functions.

System Interrupt Specifications

Mapping of hardware IRQ lines to their system functions.

System I/O Address Specifications

Allocation of I/O addresses to specific system functions for hardware communication.

External Component Identification

Display Components

Identifies and describes components on the computer's display, like sensors and microphones.

Top Components

Locates and explains the function of top-mounted components such as power buttons, keys, and lights.

Pointing Devices

Details the functionality of the pointing stick and touchpad, including their buttons and scroll zones.

Front Components

Identifies and describes components located on the front of the computer, including lights and media card readers.

Left-Side Components

Identifies and describes ports and slots on the left side of the computer, such as USB and HDMI.

Rear Component

Identifies and describes components located on the rear of the computer, primarily vents for cooling.

Right-Side Components

Identifies and describes ports and drives on the right side of the computer, including audio and network jacks.

Bottom Components

Identifies and describes components located on the bottom of the computer, such as battery bay and docking connector.

Illustrated Parts Catalog

Serial Number Location

Explains where to find the computer's serial and model numbers for service requests.

Computer Major Components

Provides a visual breakdown and part numbers for major computer components like the display and keyboard.

Plastics Kit

Lists the components included in the plastics kit and their spare part numbers.

Cable Kit

Lists the cables included in the cable kit and their spare part numbers.

Mass Storage Devices

Lists spare part numbers for hard drives and optical drives.

Miscellaneous Parts

Lists spare part numbers for various accessories like AC adapters and power cords.

Sequential Part Number Listing

An index of spare part numbers, organized sequentially for quick reference.

Removal and Replacement Procedures

Preliminary Replacement Requirements

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

Cables and Pointing Stick Connectors

Provides guidelines for safely handling and routing computer cables and connectors during service.

Drive Handling

Specifies precautions for handling fragile storage drives to prevent damage and data loss.

Grounding Guidelines

Explains electrostatic discharge (ESD) risks and methods to prevent damage to electronic components.

Packaging and Transporting Guidelines

Provides grounding guidelines for safely packaging and transporting computer equipment.

Workstation Guidelines

Outlines procedures for setting up a safe, static-free workstation for electronic component handling.

Equipment Guidelines

Recommends grounding equipment and materials to prevent electrostatic damage to computer parts.

Unknown User Password

Steps to clear the computer's CMOS and reset user passwords if unknown.

Battery

Instructions for safely removing and replacing the computer's battery.

Display Inverter and Ambient Light Sensor Board

Procedures for replacing the display inverter and ambient light sensor board.

Hard Drive

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

Bluetooth Module

Instructions for removing and replacing the Bluetooth wireless module.

Primary Memory Module

Procedures for accessing and replacing the computer's primary memory (RAM) modules.

WLAN Module

Steps for removing and replacing the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module.

RTC Battery

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

Optical Drive

Step-by-step guide for removing and replacing the computer's optical drive.

Keyboard

Detailed instructions for removing and reinstalling the computer keyboard.

TouchPad

Instructions for removing and replacing the computer's touchpad.

Modem Module

Procedures for removing and replacing the computer's modem module.

Switch Cover

Instructions for removing and replacing the computer's switch cover.

Power Button Board

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

Fan/Heat Sink Assembly

Procedures for removing and replacing the fan and heat sink assembly for thermal management.

Graphics Card

Instructions for removing and replacing the computer's graphics card.

Heat Sink

Procedures for removing and replacing the processor heat sink.

Processor

Step-by-step guide for safely removing and installing the computer's processor.

Display Assembly

Instructions for removing and replacing the entire computer display assembly.

Top Cover

Procedures for removing and replacing the computer's top cover.

Speaker Assembly

Instructions for removing and replacing the computer's speaker assembly.

System Board

Detailed steps for removing and replacing the main system board.

USB/Audio Board

Procedures for removing and replacing the USB and audio interface board.

PC Card Assembly

Instructions for removing and replacing the PC Card assembly.

Computer Setup

Starting Computer Setup

Guide on how to access and initiate the computer's setup utility.

Using Computer Setup

Information on navigating menus, selecting options, and exiting the computer setup utility.

Computer Setup Menus

Overview of available options within the File, Security, Diagnostics, and System Configuration menus.

Specifications

Computer Specifications

Comprehensive technical specifications of the computer, including dimensions, power, and environmental limits.

17.0-inch, WUXGA+WVA Display Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the 17.0-inch WUXGA+WVA display panel.

17.0-inch, WSXGA+WVA Display Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the 17.0-inch WSXGA+WVA display panel.

17.0-inch, WXGA+WVA Display Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the 17.0-inch WXGA+WVA display panel.

Hard Drive Specifications

Technical details and performance metrics for various hard drive models used in the computer.

DVD±RW and CD-RW Double-Layer Combo Drive Specifications

Specifications for the optical drive's read and write capabilities for various disc types.

DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive Specifications

Specifications for the optical drive's read and write capabilities for various disc types.

DVD-ROM Drive

Specifications for the DVD-ROM drive's read capabilities for various disc types.

System DMA Specifications

Information on the Direct Memory Access (DMA) channels assigned to system functions.

System Memory Map Specifications

Details memory addresses and their system functions, including base and video memory.

System Interrupt Specifications

Lists hardware interrupts (IRQ) and their corresponding system functions.

System I/O Address Specifications

Maps I/O addresses to system functions for hardware device interaction.

Screw Listing

Phillips PM2.0×17.0 Captive Screw

Details of the Phillips PM2.0x17.0 captive screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Phillips PM2.5×13.0 Captive Screw

Details of the Phillips PM2.5x13.0 captive screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Phillips PM3.0×4.0 Screw

Details of the Phillips PM3.0x4.0 screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Phillips PM2.5×5.0 Captive Screw

Details of the Phillips PM2.5x5.0 captive screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Phillips PM2.0×4.0 Screw

Details of the Phillips PM2.0x4.0 screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Torx TM2.5×9.0 Screw

Details of the Torx TM2.5x9.0 screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Torx TM2.5×4.0 Screw

Details of the Torx TM2.5x4.0 screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Phillips PM2.5×7.0 Screw

Details of the Phillips PM2.5x7.0 screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Torx T8M2.0×10.0 Captive Screw

Details of the Torx T8M2.0x10.0 captive screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Hex Metric HM5.0×10.0 Standoff

Details of the Hex Metric HM5.0x10.0 standoff, including color, quantity, and application.

Phillips PM2.5×7.0 Captive Screw

Details of the Phillips PM2.5x7.0 captive screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Phillips PM2.0×6.0 Screw

Details of the Phillips PM2.0x6.0 screw, including color, quantity, and application.

Backup and Recovery

Creating Recovery Discs

Instructions for creating recovery discs to restore the system to factory settings.

Backing Up Your Information

Guidelines and suggestions for regularly backing up important system files and data.

Backing Up Specific Files or Folders

Procedures for backing up individual files and folders to various storage locations.

Backing Up the Entire Hard Drive

Steps for creating a complete backup of the hard drive, including the OS and applications.

Creating Recovery Points

How to create system recovery points to revert changes made to the computer.

Scheduling Backups

Using HP Backup Scheduler to automate backup tasks at specific intervals or events.

Performing a Recovery

Explains how to recover files or perform a full system restoration using HP Backup & Recovery Manager.

Initiating a Recovery in Windows

Steps to start a system recovery process directly within the Windows operating system.

Initiating a Recovery from the Hard Drive Recovery Partition

Steps to start a system recovery from the dedicated recovery partition on the hard drive.

Backup and Recovery Using Windows XP

Instructions for creating recovery discs and backing up data using Windows XP.

Connector Pin Assignments

1394

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the 1394 (FireWire) connector.

Audio-Out (Headphone)

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the audio output (headphone) jack.

Audio-In (Microphone)

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the audio input (microphone) jack.

External Monitor

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the external monitor connector (VGA).

HDMI

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector.

RJ-11 (Modem)

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the RJ-11 modem connector.

RJ-45 (Network)

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the RJ-45 network connector.

Universal Serial Bus

Pin assignments and signal descriptions for the Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector.

Power Cord Set Requirements

Requirements for All Countries and Regions

General requirements for power cord sets, including length, approvals, and electrical ratings.

Requirements for Specific Countries and Regions

Country-specific requirements for power cord sets, including accredited agencies and applicable notes.

Recycling

Battery

Guidelines for proper disposal of computer batteries at the end of their useful life.

Display

Instructions for disassembling the display assembly for recycling purposes, noting mercury content.

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