HP Notebook Series

1–30 Hardware Guide
Hardware Components
Bottom Components
Component Description
1
Battery release latch Releases the battery pack from the
battery bay.
2
Battery bay Holds the battery pack.
3
Exhaust vents Allow airflow to cool internal components.
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To prevent overheating, do not
obstruct the vent. Do not allow a
hard surface, such as an
adjoining printer, or a soft
surface, such as bedding or
clothing, to block airflow.
4
Hard drive bay Holds the primary hard drive.
5
Memory compartment Contains 2 memory slots, one of which is
accessible for an optional 128-MB,
256-MB, 512-MB, or 1024-MB memory
module upgrade. As shipped, the memory
slot might be filled with a replaceable
memory module, or it might be vacant,
depending on the notebook model.