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HP TouchSmart tx2 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
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© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. AMD, Athlon, Turion, and combinations thereof, are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett- Packard Company under license. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing
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iv Safety warning notice
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Table of contents 1 Product description 2 External component identification Top components ................................................................................................................................... 5 Display components ............................................................................................................ 5 Keys ..................................................................................................................................... 7 Po
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Unknown user password ................................................................................................... 32 Component replacement procedures ................................................................................................. 33 Service tag ......................................................................................................................... 33 Computer feet ..........................................................................................
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System interrupt specifications ........................................................................................................... 78 System I/O address specifications ..................................................................................................... 79 System memory map specifications ................................................................................................... 81 7 Screw listing Phillips PM3.0×3.0 screw ........................................
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11 Recycling Battery .............................................................................................................................................. 103 Display .............................................................................................................................................. 104 Index ................................................................................................................................................................. 109 viii
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1 Product description Category Description Product Name HP TouchSmart tx2 Notebook PC Processors AMD Turion™ 64 Mobile Technology Ultra Dual-Core ZM-86 processor, 2.40-GHz, 2-MB L2 cache, 800-MHz front side bus (FSB) AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology Ultra Dual-Core ZM-84 processor, 2.30-GHz, 2- MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology Ultra Dual-Core ZM-82 processor, 2.20-GHz, 2- MB L2 cache, 800-MHz FSB AMD Turion 64 Mobile Technology Dual-Core RM-74 processor, 2.10-GHz, 1-MB
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Category Description 3072-MB total system memory (2048 MB + 1024 MB) 2048-MB total system memory (2048 MB × 1, 1024 MB × 2, dual-channel) 1024-MB total system memory (1024 MB × 1) Hard drives Supports all 9.5-mm, 6.35-cm (2.5-inch) hard drives ● Serial ATA ● 500-GB, 5400-rpm 400-GB, 5400-rpm 320-GB, 5400-rpm 250-GB, 7200- and 5400-rpm 160-GB, 5400-rpm Optical drives 12.7-mm tray load ● Parallel ATA ● DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe DVD±RW and CD-RW
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Category Description Ports Audio-in (stereo microphone) Audio-out (stereo headphone) Audio-out (stereo headphone with S/PDIF) Consumer infrared (one in computer base, one in display assembly) eSATA High-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) v1.3 supporting 1080p with high- bandwidth digital content protection (HDCP) key RJ-11 (modem) RJ-45 (Ethernet), includes link and activity lights S-Video-out (includes component video support) USB (3) VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting 1600 × 1200 exter
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Category Description Hard drive Memory module Optical drive RTC battery WLAN module 4 Chapter 1 Product description
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2 External component identification Top components Display components Item Component Function (1) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from traditional notebook mode into slate mode or vice versa. In slate mode, the display is rotated and folded flat, so that you can view content while carrying the computer. (2) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. (3) Battery light On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only av
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Item Component Function (4) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (5) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. (6) Wireless antennae (select models only)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with WLANs. NOTE: The antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immedia
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Keys Item Component Function (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key. (3) Windows logo key Displays the Windows Start menu. (4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the pointer. (5) Embedded numeric keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. (6) Function keys Execute frequently use
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Pointing devices Item Component Function (1) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad light ● Blue: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (5) TouchPad vertical scroll zone Scrolls up or down. (6) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse. *This table describes factory
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Front components Item Component Function (1) Display release latch Opens the computer. (2) Power switch* ● When the computer is off, slide the power switch to the right to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, slide the power switch to the right to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the power switch to the right briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the power switch to the right briefly to exit Hibernation. If the computer ha
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Item Component Function (9) Wireless light ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a WLAN device and/or a Bluetooth device, is turned on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are turned off. *This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help and Support. Left-side components Item Component Function (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCard/34 cards. (3) Digital Medi
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Right-side components Item Component Function (1) Previous/rewind button Plays the previous track or chapter when the ● button is pressed once. Rewinds media when the button is pressed ● simultaneously with the fn key. (2) Play/pause button Plays or pauses media. (3) Next/fast forward button Plays the next track or chapter when the button is ● pressed once. Fast forwards media when pressed ● simultaneously with the fn key. (4) Stop button Stops playback. (5) Pen holder Stores the pen. (6) USB po
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Rear components Item Component Function (1) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. (2) RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. (3) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices. (4) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deter
