HP Compaq 2230s

HP Compaq 2230s Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
Document Part Number: 482392-002
November 2008
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.

HP Compaq 2230s Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	Compaq 2230s
Category	Laptop
Language	English

Summary

Product Description

Processors

Lists various Intel Core2 Duo, Core Duo, and Celeron processors.

Chipset

Details Northbridge and Southbridge chipsets (Intel GL40, GM45, ICH9M).

Memory

Details memory module slots and RAM capacity support.

Hard Drives

Specifies supported hard drive sizes and interface types.

Optical Drives

Lists available optical drive types (DVD/CD-RW, DVD-ROM, Blu-ray).

Power Requirements

Serviceability

External Component Identification

Display Components

Identifies wireless antennae, microphones, and webcam.

Top Components

Buttons and Fingerprint Reader

Illustrated Parts Catalog

Serial Number Location

Explains how to find product name, serial number, and part number.

Computer Major Components

Illustrates and lists major internal computer components.

Mass Storage Devices

Removal and Replacement Procedures

Preliminary Replacement Requirements

Covers tools, service considerations, grounding, and password clearing.

Battery Replacement

Details battery removal and installation.

Hard Drive Replacement

Provides steps for hard drive removal and replacement.

Memory Module Replacement

Explains how to remove and install memory modules.

WLAN Module Replacement

Optical Drive Replacement

Keyboard Replacement

Display Assembly Replacement

Provides steps for display assembly removal and replacement.

System Board Replacement

Provides steps for system board removal and replacement.

Processor Replacement

Details processor removal and installation.

Computer Setup

Starting Computer Setup

Instructions on how to launch the Computer Setup utility.

Navigating and Selecting in Computer Setup

Restoring Factory Settings in Computer Setup

Steps to reset all settings to their original factory values.

Specifications

Computer Specifications

Backup and Recovery

Backup and Recovery in Windows Vista

Explains backup and recovery options for Windows Vista.

Recovering the Hard Drive Using F11

Steps to recover the system using the f11 key.

Backup and Recovery in Windows XP

Explains backup and recovery options for Windows XP.

Recovering the Operating System and Programs

Steps to reinstall the OS and programs using recovery discs.