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HP ZBook 15 G4 Service Manual

HP ZBook 15 G4
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HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation
Maintenance and Service Guide
IMPORTANT! This document is intended for
HP authorized service providers only.

Table of Contents

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HP ZBook 15 G4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form factorClamshell
Product typeMobile workstation
Product colorBlack
Country of originChina
Panel typeSVA
LED backlightYes
Display surfaceMatt
Display diagonal15.6 \
Native aspect ratio16:9
Bus typeDMI3
Tjunction100 °C
Processor cache6 MB
Processor cores4
System bus rate8 GT/s
Processor familyIntel® Core™ i5
Processor seriesIntel Core i5-700 Desktop Series
Processor codenameKaby Lake
Processor frequency2.5 GHz
Configurable TDP-down35 W
Processor lithography14 nm
Processor manufacturerIntel
PCI Express slots version3.0
Processor boost frequency3.5 GHz
Processor operating modes64-bit
PCI Express configurations1x16, 1x8+2x4, 2x8
Thermal Design Power (TDP)45 W
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes16
Motherboard chipsetIntel® CM238
Memory slots4x SO-DIMM
Internal memory8 GB
Memory clock speed2400 MHz
Memory form factorSO-DIMM
Internal memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Memory layout (slots x size)1 x 8 GB
SSD capacityThe Solid State Drive's storage capacity in Gigabytes.
SSD interfaceSATA
Storage mediaSSD
Total storage capacity256 GB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC, SDXC
Number of SSDs installed1
On-board graphics card ID0x591B
Discrete graphics card modelNVIDIA® Quadro® M620
On-board graphics card modelIntel® HD Graphics 630
Discrete graphics card memory2 GB
Discrete graphics memory typeGDDR5
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card OpenGL version4.4
On-board graphics card base frequency350 MHz
On-board graphics card DirectX version12.0
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)1000 MHz
Battery capacity90 Wh
Number of battery cells9
AC adapter power150 W
Number of built-in speakers2
Front camera HD typeHD
Front camera signal format720p
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version4.2
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ethernet LAN data rates10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
HDMI version1.4
Charging port typeDC-in jack
USB 2.0 ports quantity0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity3
Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
Pointing deviceTouchpad + Pointing Stick
Processor ARK ID97456
Processor package size42 x 28 mm
Supported instruction setsAVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
Intel Identity Protection Technology version1.00
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version0.00
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth264 mm
Width386 mm
Height26 mm
Weight2600 g

Summary

1 Product Description

Processors

Details about the various Intel Core and Xeon processors supported in the workstation.

Graphics

Overview of integrated and discrete graphics options, including NVIDIA and AMD cards.

Memory

Details on supported DDR4 memory modules and maximum system RAM configurations.

Storage Options

Specifications for M.2 and 2.5-inch SATA/NVMe solid-state drives and hard drives.

Ports and Connectivity

Overview of external ports, media card slots, and network connectivity options.

Keyboard and Pointing Devices

Description of keyboard features, TouchPad, and pointing stick.

Operating System

List of preinstalled, restore, and supported operating systems.

2 Components

Right Side Components

Identification and description of ports and connectors on the right side of the computer.

Left Side Components

Identification and description of ports and connectors on the left side of the computer.

Display Components

Identification of display-related components like antennas, camera, and microphone.

Keyboard Area Components

Description of keyboard elements including pointing stick, TouchPad, and buttons.

Lights

Explanation of system indicator lights such as power, caps lock, and wireless.

Buttons and Fingerprint Reader

Identification and function of power button, wireless button, and fingerprint reader.

Bottom Components

Identification of components located on the bottom of the computer, like speakers and vents.

3 Illustrated Parts Catalog

Computer Major Components

Visual guide to the main internal components of the computer.

Mass Storage Devices

Specifications and part numbers for M.2 and 2.5-inch storage drives.

4 Removal and Replacement Procedures Preliminary Requirements

Tools Required

List of tools necessary for performing component removal and replacement.

Service Considerations

Key considerations and precautions before disassembling and reassembling the computer.

Grounding Guidelines

Procedures to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to components.

5 Removal and Replacement Procedures for Authorized Service Provider Parts

Component Replacement Procedures

Detailed steps for removing and replacing specific computer components.

Display Subcomponents

Procedure for removing the display bezel, panel, and camera module.

Bottom Cover Removal

Step-by-step guide to removing the computer's bottom cover.

Battery Replacement

Instructions for safely removing and replacing the system battery.

Memory Module Replacement

Procedure for removing and installing memory modules.

Solid-State Drive (M.2) Replacement

Steps for removing and installing M.2 solid-state drives.

System Board Replacement

Steps for removing and installing the computer's system board.

6 Troubleshooting Guide

Resources

List of HP support tools, websites, and vendor resources for assistance.

General Troubleshooting Steps

A systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving computer issues.

Identify the Issue

Process for understanding the problem, including boot sequence and failures.

Examine the Environment

Checking for external factors like connections, power, and interference.

Visual Hardware Inspection

Performing a physical check of computer components for abnormalities.

Update BIOS and Drivers

Importance and procedure for updating system BIOS and device drivers.

Analyze the Issue

Methods for identifying root causes by removing recent changes or testing components.

HP Hardware Diagnostics and Tools

Overview of HP diagnostic tools for hardware failure analysis.

HP Support Assistant (HPSA)

Information on using HP Support Assistant for updates and diagnostics.

Common Issues and Solutions

Troubleshooting common problems like power, display, and performance issues.

8 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI)

Downloading the Tool to USB

Instructions for downloading and creating a bootable HP PC Hardware Diagnostics USB drive.

9 Backing Up, Restoring, and Recovering

Creating Recovery Media and Backups

Methods for creating system recovery media and backups.

Restoring and Recovering Your System

Options for restoring the computer to its original factory state.

10 Specifications

Computer Specifications

Technical details including dimensions, weight, and operating environment.

Storage Specifications

Detailed specifications for hard drives and solid-state drives.

11 Statement of Memory Volatility

Nonvolatile Memory Usage

Details on types of nonvolatile memory and their usage within HP Business computers.

Questions and Answers

Common questions and answers regarding BIOS, UEFI, and memory.

12 Power Cord Set Requirements

Requirements for All Countries

General power cord set requirements applicable to all regions.

Requirements for Specific Countries and Regions

Specific power cord set requirements and agency certifications by country.

13 Recycling

Battery Disposal and Recycling

Guidelines for proper battery disposal and HP's recycling program information.

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