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HP TouchSmart tm2 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide
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© Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Intel, Pentium, Celeron, and Core are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. 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
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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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Table of contents 1 Product description ........................................................................................................... 1 2 External component identification ..................................................................................... 4 Top components ....................................................................................................................... 4 Display components ....................................................................
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Equipment guidelines ................................................................. 31 Component replacement procedures ........................................................................................ 32 Service tag ............................................................................................................. 32 Computer feet ......................................................................................................... 34 Battery .............................
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DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive specifications ................................. 79 7 Backup and recovery ...................................................................................................... 80 Creating recovery discs .......................................................................................................... 81 Backing up your information .................................................................................................... 82
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1 Product description Category Description Product Name HP TouchSmart tm2 Notebook PC Processors Intel™ Core™ i5-430UM 1.20-GHz turbo processor (800-MHz FSB, 3-MB L2 cache, 18-W) Intel Core i3-330UM 1.20-GHz processor (800-MHz FSB, 3-MB L2 cache, 18-W) Intel Pentium™ U5400 1.20-GHz processor (800-MHz FSB, 2-MB L2 cache, 18-W) Chipset Intel HM55 Express chipset Graphics ATi Mobility Radeon HD5450 4550 (ATI Park Pro) graphics subsystem with at least 512-MB of dedicated video memory Support for
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Category Description 500-GB, 7200-rpm 320-GB, 7200-rpm 250-GB, 7200-rpm Optical drives Supports only external optical drives ● 12.7-mm tray load ● Serial ATA ● Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive with LightScribe ● DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe Webcam HP TrueVision low-light VGA camera, fixed (no tilt), with activity light, 640 × 480 by 24 frames per second Diskette drive Supports external USB drive only ● Audio HD audio - Dolby Advanced Au
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Category Description VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting 1920 × 1200 external resolution @ 75 Hz. Disabled when connected to devices through the expansion port 3. Hot plug, unplug, and auto detect for correct output to wide-aspect and standard-aspect video. 2-pin 65-W AC power Docking Docking support through the expansion port 3. Supports the HP xb3000 Notebook Expansion Base and the HP Notebook QuickDock. Keyboard/pointing devices 12.1-inch island-style keyboard with duracoat finish Taps enabled as
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2 External component identification Top components Display components Item Component Function (1) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local area networks (WLAN). (2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (4) Webcam Records video and captures still photographs. (5) Speakers (2) Produce sound. 4 Chapter 2 External component identification ENWW
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Item Component Function (6) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from traditional notebook mode to slate mode or from slate mode to notebook mode. In slate mode, the display is rotated and folded flat, so that you can view content while carrying the computer. *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions. To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the sec
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Lights Item Component Description (1) Caps lock light White: Caps lock is on. (2) Mute light Amber: Computer sound is off. ● (3) Wireless light White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/ or a Bluetooth device, is on. NOTE: Wireless devices are enabled at the factory. ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. ● (4) TouchPad off indicator Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. 6 Chapter 2 External component identification ENWW
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TouchPad components Item Component Function (1) TouchPad off indicator To turn the TouchPad zone on and off, quickly double- tap the TouchPad off indicator. NOTE: When the TouchPad zone is active, the light is off. (2) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (3) Right TouchPad button Functions like the right button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. ENWW Top components 7
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Front components Component Function 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. Rear components Item Component Function (1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled
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Left-side 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) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. (3) USB port Connects an optional USB device. (4) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Au
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Right-side components Item Component Function (1) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a password logon. (2) Rotate button Rotates the screen image counterclockwise to 4 orientations: landscape primary, portrait primary, landscape secondary, and portrait secondary. ● (3) Power light White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● (4) Power switch When the computer
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Item Component Function (6) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not establish a wireless connection. NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a wireless connection. (7) Digital Media Slot Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick ● Memory Stick Pro ● MultiMediaCard ● Secure Digital Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (8) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices. ● (9) Battery light Off: The computer is running on battery power. ● Blin
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Bottom components Item Component Function (1) Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery and contains the SIM slot. NOTE: The battery is preinstalled in the battery bay at the factory. (3) Vents (4) Enable 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. (4) Hard drive bay Ho
