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HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC Maintenance and Service Guide - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 2
to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 3
● Chapter 1 - added new descriptions for the following components: ◦ Hard drive ◦ Processor ◦ WLAN module ● Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 - added added new spare part numbers and descriptions for the following components: ◦ Hard drive ◦ Processor ◦ System board ◦ Replacement Thermal Material Kit ENWW iii - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 4
iv Revision history ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 5
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 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 6
vi Safety warning notice ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 7
27 Flush glass display assembly spare parts 27 BrightView panel ...28 Mass storage devices ...29 Miscellaneous parts ...30 Sequential part number listing 31 4 Removal and replacement procedures 39 Preliminary replacement requirements 39 Tools required ...39 Service considerations 39 ENWW vii - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 8
guidelines 42 Equipment guidelines 43 Component replacement procedures 44 Service tag ...44 Computer feet ...45 Battery ...46 Primary hard drive cover 47 Hard drive ...48 Secondary hard drive 50 WLAN module ...52 RTC battery ...56 Memory module ...57 Optical drive ...58 Keyboard ...60 Top cover - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 9
specifications 103 Hard drive specifications ...104 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 105 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe or regions 119 Requirements for specific countries or regions 120 10 Recycling ...121 Battery ...121 ENWW ix - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 10
Display ...121 Index ...127 x ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 11
1 Product description Category Product Name Processors ENWW Description HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC AMD Phenom™ processors AMD Phenom X2 Dual-Core N970 Quad-Core, 35W, 2.20-GHz with 2.0-MB L2 cache AMD Phenom X2 Dual-Core N950 Quad- - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 12
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 6550 with 1024-MB of dedicated video memory (64- MB × 16 DDR3 x 800MHz × 4 PCs) ● ATI Mobility Radeon HD 6370 with 512-MB of dedicated video memory (64- M ×16 DDR3 × 800MHz × 4 PCs) ● ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 with 1024-MB of dedicated video memory (64- MB × 16 DDR3 x 800MHz - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 13
-MB × 2, dual-channel) ● 1024-MB total system memory (1024-MB × 1) Supports all Serial ATA (SATA) 9.5-mm/12.5-mm, 6.35-cm (2.50-inch) hard drives Supports up to 2 hard drives Support for Accelerometer Hard Drive Protection Dual hard drive configurations: ● 2-TB (1-TB, 5200-rpm × 2) ● 1500-GB (750-GB - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 14
Wireless Description Single hard drive configurations: ● 1-TB, 5200-rpm ● 750-GB, 5200-rpm ● 640-GB, 7200-rpm ● 640-GB, 5400-rpm ● 500-GB, 7200-rpm ● 320-GB, 7200-rpm ● 250-GB, 7200-rpm 12.7-mm tray load Serial ATA Fixed (1 screw for removal) Support for the following optical drives: ● DVD±RW and - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 15
adapter 5-in-1 Digital Media Reader Digital Media Slot supports Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card, MultiMediaCard (MMC with USB) High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) v1.3 supporting 1080p and 1920x1080 at 60Hz and 1920x1200 at 60Hz DVI Clickpad TouchPad supports 2-way scrolling Multitouch gestures enabled as default - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 16
with Digital Persona software support (select models only) Preinstalled: Windows® 7 Professional (64 bit) Windows 7 Home Premium (32 and 64 bit) Windows 7 Home Basic (32 and 64 bit) AC adapter Battery (system and RTC) Hard drives (2) Memory module Optical drive Mini card components 6 Chapter - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 17
2 Components Top components TouchPad Component TouchPad Function Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. To view or change the pointing device preferences: 1. Select Start > Devices and Printers. 2. Right-click the device representing the computer. 3. Select Mouse settings - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 18
on and off. Quickly double-tap the button to turn the TouchPad on and off. Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. To view or change pointing device preferences - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 19
Lights Item Description 1 Caps Lock light 2 Power light 3 Volume Mute light 4 Wireless light 5 TouchPad light 6 Fingerprint Reader light Function On-The Caps Lock is on. ● On-The computer is on. ● Flashing-The computer is in Sleep. ● Off-The computer is off or in Hibernation. Amber-The - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 20
. Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. This table describes the factory settings. For information about changing the factory settings, see Help and Support. 10 Chapter 2 Components ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 21
Keys Item Description 1 esc key 2 fn key 3 Windows Logo key 4 Windows Applications key 5 Integrated numeric keypad 6 Function keys Function Press the esc and fn keys at the same time to display system information. Press the at the same time as a function key or the esc key to execute - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 22
computer is in Sleep. ● Off-The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● White-The hard disk drive is active. ● Amber-The hard disk drive is parked. Connect optional USB devices. Flashing-Accessing the optical drive. Reads optical discs and, on select models, writes to optical discs. ● On-The computer - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 23
television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 24
the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Holds the primary hard drive, the memory module slots, and the WLAN module (select models only). CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module with a wireless module authorized for use by the governmental agency - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 25
Display components Item Description 1 Internal microphones (2) 2 Webcam light 3 Webcam Function Record sound. On-The webcam is in use. Records video, and captures still photographs. ENWW Display components 15 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 26
antennas free from obstructions. To review wireless regulatory notices, see the country-specific section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices chapter in Help and Support. 16 Chapter 2 Components ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 27
hardware components Item Description 1 Power cord* 2 AC adapter 3 Battery* Function Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Converts AC power to DC power. Provides power when the computer is not connected to an external power source. * Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 28
number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. (5) Model description: This is the alphanumeric identifier needed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 29
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Computer major components Item (1) Description Spare part number 17.3-inch display assembly HD+ BrightView display assembly with webcam and 2 microphones for use in silver computers (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables) 605324-001 20 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 31
subsystems with UMA memory 606574-001 Thermal Material Kit (not illustrated, includes thermal pads and thermal paste syringe) 634433-001 Processor (includes replacement thermal material) AMD Athlon X2 Dual-Core N370 Dual-Core, 35W, 2.50-GHz with 1.0-MB L2 cache 634686-001 AMD Athlon X2 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 32
Material Kit (not illustrated, includes thermal pads and thermal paste syringe) 634433-001 Optical drive connector 603680-001 USB board (includes cable) 605348-001 System board (includes replacement thermal material) For ATI Mobility Radeon HD 6550 discrete graphics with 1-GB of dedicated - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 33
SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive ● Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive (via software) 605416-001 605417-001 HP Bluetooth 2.1 integrated module 4-GB memory module 599092-001 Hard drive cable 605415-001 Subwoofer 605357-001 Battery ENWW Computer major components 23 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 34
for use with all computer models 593554-001 6-cell, 62-Wh, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery for use with all computer models 593562-001 9-cell, 93-Wh, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery for use with all computer models 593550-001 WLAN module Atheros AR9280 802.11a/b/g/n 2x2 WiFi Adapter for use in Antigua and - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 35
Item Description Spare part number Broadcom 4322 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 36
500-GB, 7200-rpm 603784-001 250-GB, 7200-rpm 605606-001 Hard drive only (does not include bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab -rpm 634638-001 and 634921-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm 603783-001 Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes left and right bracket rails, connector - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 37
23) Description Spare part number Base enclosure for use with silver computer models (includes rubber feet) 615443-001 Primary hard drive cover 605360-001 Display assembly components Flush glass display assembly spare parts Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Description Spare part number Display - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 38
BrightView panel Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) Description Display bezel For use in silver computer models For use in all other computer models Display hinge cover Display Hinge Kit (includes left and right hinges) Display panel (includes display panel cable) Webcam/microphone module - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 39
Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive (via software) ● DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 605416-001 ● DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive (via software) Hard drive kit (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 40
621046-001 640-GB, 5400-rpm 603785-001 500-GB, 5400-rpm 634638-001 and 634921-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm 603783-001 Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) 605415-001 Miscellaneous - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 41
in the United Kingdom and Hong Kong Power cord for use in Italy Power cord for use in Denmark Power cord for use in Switzerland HP Integrated module with Bluetooth 2.1 wireless technology (does not include a Bluetooth module cable) Atheros AR9280 802.11a/b/g/n 2x2 WiFi Adapter for use in Antigua and - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 42
ion battery for use with all computer models 6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery for use with all computer models 6-cell, 62-Wh, 2.8-Ah Li-ion battery Dual-Core, 35W, 2.3-GHz processor with 1-MB L2 cache (includes replacement thermal material) AMD Athlon X2 Dual-Core P320 Dual-Core, 25W, 2.1- - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 43
) AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core P520 Dual-Core, 25W, 2.3-GHz processor with 2-MB L2 cache (includes replacement thermal material) 2-GB memory module 1-GB memory module 4-GB memory module RTC battery Broadcom 4313 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and 2070 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo adapter (BT3.0+HS ready) Realink - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 44
605336-001 605337-001 605338-001 605339-001 605340-001 605341-001 605342-001 605343-001 605344-001 605344-031 Description Optical drive cable 320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive only (does not include left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, screws or rubber isolators) 500-GB - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 45
reader USB board (includes cable) Speaker assembly Subwoofer Power button board (includes cable) Wireless antenna Plastic Kit Power connector and cable Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) DVD±RW and - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 46
7200-rpm hard drive (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) Screw Kit Rubber feet Fan/heat sink assembly for use only with computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with UMA memory (includes replacement thermal material - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 47
thermal material) AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core P540 Dual-Core 2.4-GHz 25W processor with 2-MB L2 cache (includes replacement thermal material) 640-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive only (does not include left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, screws, or rubber isolators) System - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 48
thermal material) AMD Turion X2 Dual-Core P560 Dual-Core 2.5-GHz 35W processor with 2-MB L2 cache (includes replacement thermal material) 500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive only (does not include left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, screws, or rubber isolators) AMD - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 49
work area to prevent damage. Plastic parts CAUTION: Using excessive force during disassembly and reassembly can damage plastic parts. Use care when handling the plastic parts. Apply pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance instructions. ENWW Preliminary replacement requirements - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 50
servicing or replaced. Handle flex cables with extreme care; these cables tear easily. Drive handling CAUTION: Drives are fragile drives from any height onto any surface. After removing a hard drive, an optical drive, or a diskette drive, place it in a static-proof bag. Avoid exposing a hard drive - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 51
occurred. An electronic device exposed to ESD may not be affected at all and can work perfectly throughout a normal cycle. Or the device may function normally for a while, then 11,000 V 55% 7,500 V 3,000 V 400 V 400 V 2,000 V 3,500 V 7,000 V 5,000 V ENWW Preliminary replacement requirements 41 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 52
a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface and use properly grounded tools and equipment. ● Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment. 42 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 53
of one megohm resistance ● Static-dissipative tables or floor mats with hard ties to the ground ● Field service kits ● Static awareness labels ● Material-handling packages ● Nonconductive plastic mats Voltage protection level 1,500 V 7,500 V 5,000 V ENWW Preliminary replacement requirements 43 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 54
be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement. Service tag When identifier needed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. 44 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 55
Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Rubber Feet Kit, spare part number 605644-001. There are 4 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below. ENWW Component replacement procedures 45 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 56
it from the computer (3). To insert the battery, insert the rear edge of the battery into the battery bay and pivot the front edge of the battery downward until it is seated. The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into place. 46 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 57
primary hard drive cover: 1. Loosen the five Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws (1) that secure the primary hard drive cover to the computer. 2. Lift the primary hard drive cover (2) away from the computer. Reverse this procedure to install the primary hard drive cover. ENWW Component replacement - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 58
battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). Remove the hard drive: 1. Disconnect the hard drive cable connector from the system board (1). 2. Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screws (2). 48 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 59
replace the hard drive bracket or any of the hard drive bracket components, remove the following: ● (1) Hard drive adapter cable ● (2) Four rubber isolators ● (3) Four Phillips PM3.0×3.5 screws that secure the hard drive bracket rails and Mylar cover to the hard drive ● (4) Left and right hard drive - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 60
battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). Remove the secondary hard drive: 1. Disconnect the hard drive cable connector from the system board (1). 2. Remove the four hard drive screws (2). 50 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 61
3. Remove the hard drive vertically (3) from the computer. Reverse this procedure to install the secondary hard drive. ENWW Component replacement procedures 51 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 62
, Nether Antilles, Puerto Rico, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent and Gren., Suriname, and the United States 582564-001 52 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 63
, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe 582564-002 Broadcom 4313 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and 2070 Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo adapter (BT3.0+HS ready) 600370-001 ENWW Component replacement procedures 53 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 64
United Kingdom, Uruguay, the US Virgin Islands, the United States, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe 602992-001 54 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 65
computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the primary hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). Remove the WLAN module: CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 66
(see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). Remove the RTC battery: ▲ Remove the RTC battery from the socket on the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery. Be sure that the RTC battery is installed with the "+" sign facing up. 56 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 67
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). Remove the memory module: 1. Spread this procedure to install the memory module. ENWW Component replacement procedures 57 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 68
AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). Remove the optical drive: 1. Position the computer with the front toward you. 2. Remove the Phillips PM2 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 69
drive (2). 4. To remove the bezel from the optical drive, push down to release the corner of the front bezel (not the cover) (1). 5. Use the holding tabs to rotate (2) the bezel, and then remove the bezel by pulling the it away from the remaining holding tabs (3). ENWW Component replacement - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 70
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). Remove the keyboard: 1. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×6.5 screws (1) that secure the keyboard to the computer. 60 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 71
switch (2) (in the battery bay) to the right. 3. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you, and open the computer as far as possible. 4. Lift (1) and release (2) the keyboard until the keyboard connector on the system board is accessible. ENWW Component replacement procedures 61 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 72
the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). 7. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). 62 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 73
2.5×6.5 screws (center) ● 5 Phillips 2.0×1.5 screws (in battery bay) 3. Remove the following screws: ● 3 Phillips 2.5×2.0 screws (in the optical drive bay) ● 2 Phillips 2.5×1.5 screws (in secondary hard drive bay) ● 3 Phillips 2.5×6.5 screws (battery bay) ENWW Component replacement procedures 63 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 74
4. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you. 5. Open the computer as far as possible. 6. Remove 2 Phillips 2.5×6.5 screws (under keyboard). 64 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 75
7. Disconnect the fingerprint reader ribbon cable (1), TouchPad ribbon cable (2), and power button ribbon cable (3) from system board. 8. Lift (1) and remove the top cover (2). Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. ENWW Component replacement procedures 65 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 76
battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). 7. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive to the top cover. 66 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 77
3. Remove the power button board (2) and cable. Reverse this procedure to install the power button board. ENWW Component replacement procedures 67 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 78
the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). 7. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). 8. Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 79
when removing the following screws. Failure to support the display assembly can result in damage to the display assembly and other computer components. 2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the display assembly to the computer. ENWW Component replacement procedures 69 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 80
28 for display assembly internal component removal information for computer models equipped with BrightView display assemblies. 4. If it is necessary to replace the display enclosure or any of the display assembly internal components, remove the following screw covers and screws: (1) Two screw - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 81
(4). The display enclosure is available using spare part number 605330-001. 10. Slide off each hinge cover to remove from the display assembly. ENWW Component replacement procedures 71 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 82
the cable (4). The display panel cable is available in the Display Cable Kit using spare part number 605333-001. 14. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the eight Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the display hinges to the top of the display panel. 15. Remove the four - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 83
provide display assembly internal component removal information for computer models equipped with BrightView display assemblies. 17. If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or any of the display assembly internal components, remove the following screw covers and screws: (1) Two rubber screw - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 84
. 20. Remove the display bezel (4). The display bezel is available using the spare part number 605340-001. 21. If it is necessary to replace the display panel, remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws from the top corners and the six Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) from the display hinges. 22 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 85
Display Hinge Kit, spare part 605342-001. The display hinge screws are available in the Display Screw Kit, spare part number 605332-001. ENWW Component replacement procedures 75 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 86
(2) the antennas and cables to remove from the display enclosure. The wireless antennas are available using spare part number 605359-001. 76 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 87
is available in the Display Cable Kit using spare part number 605333-001. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly. ENWW Component replacement procedures 77 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 88
System board NOTE: The system board spare kit includes replacement thermal material. Replacement thermal material is also available in the Thermal Material the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 46). 78 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 89
see Hard drive on page 48). b. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 58) d. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 60) e. Top cover (see Top cover on page 62) f. Display assembly (see Display assembly on page 68) When replacing the - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 90
hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 58). d. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 60). 80 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 91
enclosure. Reverse this procedure to install the USB board. Bluetooth module Description HP Integrated module with Bluetooth 2.1 wireless technology (does not include a Bluetooth module from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 46). ENWW Component replacement procedures 81 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 92
hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive module. 82 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 93
the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). 7. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). 8. Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 94
hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 58). d. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 60). 84 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 95
secure the optical drive connector to the base enclosure. 2. Remove the optical drive connector (2) . Reverse this procedure to install the optical drive connector. Subwoofer AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 46). ENWW Component replacement procedures 85 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 96
hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive . 86 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 97
the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 98
assembly NOTE: The fan/heat sink assembly spare kit includes replacement thermal material. Replacement thermal material is also available in the Thermal Material Kit , system power consumption, power management/battery conservation configurations, battery fast charging, and software requirements. - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 99
the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 100
on the Northbridge contact (3) and Northbridge chip (4), the graphics/heat sink contact (5) and graphics subsystem chip (6), and graphics/heat sink contact (7) and capacitors (8). Replacement thermal material is included with all fan/heat sink assembly, system board, and processor spare part kits - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 101
4. Turn the system board upside down, with the expansion port and external monitor port toward you. 5. Loosen the four Phillips PM2.5×3.0 captive screws (1) that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the system board. ENWW Component replacement procedures 91 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 102
(2). Thermal pads are used on the Northbridge contact (3) and Northbridge chip (4). Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly. 92 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 103
Processor NOTE: The processor spare part kit includes thermal material. Replacement thermal material is also available in the Thermal Material Kit, spare part number 634433-001. Description 594172-001 616334-001 594164-001 634691-001 616347-001 594173-001 ENWW Component replacement procedures 93 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 104
the battery (see Battery on page 46). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 47). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 48). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 50). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 105
2. Lift the processor (2) straight up and remove it. NOTE: When you install the processor, the gold triangle (3) on the processor must be aligned with the triangle icon (4) embossed on the processor socket. Reverse this procedure to install the processor. ENWW Component replacement procedures 95 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 106
HP must repair this equipment. All troubleshooting hazard. Any indication of component replacement or printed wiring board modification your Windows operating system is not working. NOTE: The fingerprint reader message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - or - 1. Open the - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 107
key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - or - Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - or - Open the Setup Utility by turning on or - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 108
key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - or - Open the Setup Utility by turning on or ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed, press f10. 2. Use the - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 109
this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options. NOTE: Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this chapter may not be supported by your computer. Main menu Select System information To do this ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 110
. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Run a comprehensive self-test - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 111
3.18 to 3.58 cm DF (IMR): 3.30 to 3.70 cm Weight (with optical drive, hard drive, and battery) Flush glass display: 3.63 kg BrightView display: 3.41 kg DF (IMR): 3.25 kg Second hard drive adds: 0.11 kg Camera adds: 0.005 kg Input power Operating voltage 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W Operating - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 112
Metric U.S. Nonoperating -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft NOTE: Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 17.3-inch, HD+ flush glass AntiGlare display specifications Dimensions Height - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 113
17.3-inch, HD+ BrightView display specifications Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pitch resolution Pitch Format Configuration Backlight Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle Metric U.S. 23.3 cm 39.8 cm 43.9 cm Up to 16.8 million 200:1 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 114
bytes when referring to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. **1 GB = 1 billion bytes when referring to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Contact technical support for details. 104 Chapter - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 115
Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive Applicable disc Access time Random Cache buffer Data transfer rate 24X CD-ROM 8X DVD 24X CD-R 16X CD-RW 8X DVD+R 4,500 KB/sec 4,500 KB/sec 4,500 KB/sec Multiword DMA Mode ENWW Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 105 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 116
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe specifications Applicable disc Standard disc Mini disc Access time Random Full stroke Cache buffer Data transfer rate 24X CD-ROM 8X DVD 24X - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 117
be prompted for your permission or password for tasks such as installing software, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. Refer to Windows Help and Support for more information. After you open Device Manager, drill-down to a device and double-click it to access its properties. To access - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 118
operating system and HP Recovery Manager driver (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver works from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive or from recovery discs you create. NOTE: Computers with a solid-state drive - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 119
Note the following guidelines before creating recovery discs: NOTE: The external hard drive must be connected to a USB port on the computer, not to a USB Select Start > All Programs > Recovery Manager > Recovery Disk Creation. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. ENWW Creating recovery discs 109 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 120
active window, press alt+prt sc. To copy the entire screen, press prt sc. 3. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste. 4. Save the document. ● You can back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use any of - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 121
1. Select Start > All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up and create a backup. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to Windows settings. Refer to Help and Support for more information. ENWW Backing up your information 111 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 122
. A system restore point allows you to save and name a snapshot of your hard drive at a specific point in time. You can then recover back to that point to create a restore point. 5. Click Create. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 123
works from recovery discs or from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive. However, if your computer includes a solid-state drive recovery disc into the optical drive and restart the computer. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Recovering from the dedicated recovery - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 124
ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed at the bottom of the screen. Then, press f11 while the "Press for recovery" message is displayed on the screen. 2. Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 114 Chapter 7 Backup and recovery ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 125
8 Connector pin assignments Audio-in (microphone) Pin 1 2 3 Audio-out (headphone) Signal Audio signal in Audio signal in Ground Pin Signal 1 Audio out, left channel 2 Audio out, right channel 3 Ground ENWW Audio-in (microphone) 115 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 126
External monitor Pin Signal 1 Red analog 2 Green analog 3 Blue analog 4 Not connected 5 Ground 6 Ground analog 7 Ground analog 8 Ground analog 9 +5 VDC 10 Ground 11 Monitor detect 12 DDC 2B data 13 Horizontal sync 14 Vertical sync 15 DDC 2B clock 116 Chapter 8 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 127
HDMI Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 ENWW Signal TMDS data 2+ TMDS data 2 shield TMDS data 2- TMDS data 1+ TMDS data 1 shield TMDS data 1- TMDS data 0+ TMDS data 0 shield TMDS data 0- TMDS clock+ TMDS clock shield TMDS clockCEC Not connected DDC clock DDC data Ground +5V power - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 128
RJ-45 (network) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Universal Serial Bus Signal Transmit + Transmit Receive + Unused Unused Receive Unused Unused Pin Signal 1 +5 VDC 2 Data - 3 Data + 4 Ground 118 Chapter 8 Connector pin assignments ENWW - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 129
9 Power cord set requirements The wide range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 130
Requirements for specific countries or regions Country or region Accredited agency Applicable note number Australia EANSW 1 Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBC 1 Canada CSA 2 Denmark DEMKO 1 Finland FIMKO 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 Italy IMQ 1 Japan METI 3 The Netherlands - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 131
battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery them carefully. NOTE: Materials Disposal. This HP product contains mercury in the backlight in the .eiae.org. This section provides disassembly instructions for the display assembly. The display - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 132
Perform the following steps to disassemble the display assembly: 1. Remove all screw covers (1) and screws (2) that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. 2. Lift up and out on the left and right inside edges (1) and the top and bottom inside edges (2) of the display bezel until the bezel - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 133
4. Disconnect all display panel cables (1) from the display inverter and remove the inverter (2). 5. Remove all screws (1) that secure the display panel assembly to the display enclosure. 6. Remove the display panel assembly (2) from the display enclosure. 7. Turn the display panel assembly upside - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 134
10. Remove the display panel frame (2) from the display panel. 11. Remove the screws (1) that secure the backlight cover to the display panel. 12. Lift the top edge of the backlight cover (2) and swing it outward. 13. Remove the backlight cover. 14. Turn the display panel right-side up. 124 Chapter - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 135
15. Remove the backlight cables (1) from the clip (2) in the display panel. 16. Turn the display panel upside down. 17. Remove the backlight frame from the display panel. WARNING! The backlight contains mercury. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 136
18. Remove the backlight from the backlight frame. 19. Disconnect the display cable (1) from the LCD panel. 20. Remove the screws (2) that secure the LCD panel to the display rear panel. 21. Release the LCD panel (3) from the display rear panel. 22. Release the tape (4) that secures the LCD panel to - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 137
battery identifying 17 removal 46 spare part numbers 23, 32, 46 battery bay, identifying 14 battery release latch, identifying 14 bays battery 14 primary hard drive 14 Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive TouchPad 8 TouchPad On/Off 8 C cables, service considerations 40 caps lock light, identifying 9 Card Reader - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 138
, 37, 38, 48 specifications 104 Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 26, 30, 35, 48, 50 hard drive self test 100 HDMI port identifying 13 11 Windows applications 11 Windows logo 11 L LAN Power Saving 99 language support 99 latch, battery release 14 lights caps lock 9 mute 9 power 9 TouchPad 9 - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 139
cards 5 graphics 2 hard drives 3 keyboard 5 memory module 3 microphone 4 operating system 6 optical drives 4 pointing device 5 ports 5 power requirements 5 processors 1 product name 1 security 6 serviceability 6 webcam 4 wireless 4 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 108 recovering from - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 140
105 computer 101 display 102, 103 DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive 106 hard drive 104 optical drive 105, 106 static-shielding materials 43 subwoofer removal 85 spare part number 23, 35 supported discs 109 system board removal 78 spare part number 22 spare part numbers 35, 36, 37, 78 system failure or - HP Pavilion dv7-4200 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Servic - Page 141
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