HP dv6-1245dx HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 3
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, during operation. The computer and the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 4
iv Safety warning notice - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 5
...13 Right-side components ...13 Left-side components ...14 Bottom components ...15 Display components ...16 Cleaning the display ...16 Wireless antennas (select models only 17 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag ...18 Computer major components ...19 Display assembly components ...26 AntiGlare - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 6
46 Service tag ...46 Computer feet ...47 Battery ...48 Webcam/microphone module 49 Optical drive ...51 Memory module ...53 TV tuner module ...55 RTC battery ...56 Hard drive ...57 WLAN module ...60 Switch cover and keyboard 63 Power button board ...67 Display assembly ...68 Speaker ...78 Bluetooth - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 7
101 Diagnostics menu ...102 6 Specifications Computer specifications ...103 15.6-inch, WXGA display specifications 104 16.0-inch WXGA BrightView interrupt specifications ...111 System I/O address specifications 112 System memory map specifications 114 7 Screw listing Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 8
Universal Serial Bus ...144 10 Power cord set requirements Requirements for all countries or regions 145 Requirements for specific countries or regions 146 11 Recycling Battery ...147 Display ...147 Index ...153 viii - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 9
Description Computers Computers with discrete UMA graphics graphics HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC √ √ AMD Turion™ ZM-87, memory (64 MB × 16 DDR3 × 4 PCs) AMD internal graphics with 64-MB SidePort video memory (32 √ MB × 16) Unified memory architecture (UMA) with shared video memory - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 10
nits √ √ 2 SODIMM slots √ √ Customer-accessible/upgradable √ √ PC2-6400, 800-MHz, DDR2 √ √ Dual-channel support √ √ Supports up to 8-GB system memory √ √ ● 1024-MB total system memory (1024 MB × 1, dualchannel) ● 2048-MB total system memory (1024 MB × 2, dualchannel) ● 2048-MB - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 11
second √ √ 2 omnidirectional digital microphones, dual-array with appropriate software (supports beam forming, echo cancellation, and noise suppression) √ √ HD Audio √ √ Supports Microsoft® Premium Requirements √ √ Pavilion-branded Altec Lansing speakers √ √ 56K V.92 data/fax modem - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 12
) √ √ AC adapter plug √ √ Docking Expansion port 3 supports the HP Notebook Expansion Base √ √ and HP Notebook QuickDock Keyboard/pointing battery with target life of 2.5 hours √ 6-cell 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery with target life of 3 hours √ 6-cell 2.20-Ah Li-ion battery with target life - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 13
Windows Vista® Business (32-bit) Service Pack 2 Windows Vista Home Basic (32-bit) Service Pack 2 Windows Vista Premium (32-bit and-64 bit) Service Pack 2 Windows Vista Ultimate (64-bit) Service Pack 2 AC adapter Battery (system) Hard drive Memory module Optical drive Mini Card components Computers - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 14
2 External component identification Top components TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. (2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. (3) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 15
. If the computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. On: Caps lock is on - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 16
light On: The stop button has been pressed. ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is turned on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are turned off. (13) Num lock light On: The integrated numeric keypad is enabled, or num - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 17
Buttons, speakers and fingerprint reader Component (1) Speakers (2) (2) Power button* (3) Volume mute button (4) Volume scroll zone (5) Previous/rewind button (select models only) (6) Play/pause button (select models only) Description Produce sound. ● When the computer is off, press the button to - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 18
only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. *This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help and Support. 10 Chapter 2 External component identification - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 19
Keys Component (1) esc key (2) fn key (3) Windows logo key (4) Windows applications key (5) Integrated numeric keypad keys (6) Function keys Description Displays system information about your computer when pressed in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used system functions when - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 20
stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in Help and Support. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 21
drive (3) USB ports (2) (4) TV antenna/cable jack (select models only) (5) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (6) Security cable slot (7) AC adapter light (8) Power connector Description Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 22
as a camcorder. Blinking: The media card is being accessed. Supports optional ExpressCard/54 cards. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS) ● Memory Stick Pro (MSP) ● MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) ● xD-Picture Card (XD - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 23
to cycle on and off during routine operation. Holds the battery. Contains the memory module slots. Also holds the WLAN module, TV tuner card (select models functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Bottom components 15 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 24
Display components Component (1) Internal display switch (2) Internal microphones (2) (3) Webcam light (4) Integrated webcam Description Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed while the power is on. Record sound. On: The webcam is in use. Records audio and video and - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 25
, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support. Wireless antennas (select models only) 17 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 26
the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. (4) Model description: This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. (5) Warranty period: This number describes - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 27
Computer major components Item (1) Description Spare part number Display assembly (includes webcam, 2 microphones, and 2 wireless antenna transceivers and cables) 16.0-inch WXGA BrightView display assemblies: ● For use in white computers ● For use in black computers 512357-001 512358-001 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 28
for use in MTV2 artist edition computers 518772-001 573304-001 538355-001 538313-001 538315-001 15.6-inch WXGA BrightView display assemblies: ● For use in white computers ● For use in black Black textured keyboard 570228-xxx Bluetooth module 483113-001 20 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 29
For use only with MTV2 artist edition computers 570206-001 Speaker assembly 533865-001 Plastics Kit, includes: 511890-001 ExpressCard slot bezel Memory module cover Hard drive cover NOTE: See Plastics Kit on page 28 for more information. ExpressCard module 464793-002 USB board (includes - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 30
Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands Atheros 9280AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi Adapter for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 31
Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 32
Item (15) (16) (17) (18) (19) Description Spare part number Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 33
included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 533466-001. DVB-T TV tuner module (for use only with computers equipped with discrete graphics 482899-003 memory) TV tuner external antenna cable (not illustrated) With PAL jack 482900-002 RTC battery 449729-001 Computer major components 25 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 34
Display assembly components The HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC offers two types of display assemblies. Component For use in computers with a 16.0-inch display For use in computers with a 15.6-inch display Display inverter Display inverter cover Display cable Display Rubber Kit (not illustrated, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 35
16-inch non-LED display panels For use only with computers equipped with 15.6-inch non-LED display panels For use only with computers equipped with 16-inch LED display panels For use only with computers equipped with 15.6-inch LED display panels Display Hinge Kit (includes left and right hinges - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 36
Plastics Kit Item (1) (2) (3) Description Spare part number Plastics Kit 511890-001 ExpressCard slot bezel Hard drive cover (includes 2 captive screws secured by C-clips) Memory module compartment cover (includes 3 captive screws secured by C-clips) 28 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 37
Cable Kit Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Description Cable Kit Fingerprint reader cable Audio/Infrared module cable Modem module cable (includes RJ-11 jack) USB cable TV tuner module cable Spare part number 533466-001 Cable Kit 29 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 38
Miscellaneous parts Description Spare part number Notebook sleeve, 16-inch, white AC adapters 533534-001 65-W AC adapter 463958-001 90-W AC adapter 463955-001 Power cords: Argentina 490371-D01 Australia and New Zealand 490371-011 Belgium, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Finland, France, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 39
Wireless laser mouse RTC battery 90-W AC adapter 65-W AC adapter ExpressCard module Full-function remote control with teletext DVB-T TV tuner module (for use only with computers equipped with discrete graphics memory) TV tuner external antenna cable with PAL jack Bluetooth module Hard Drive Hardware - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 40
Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 41
the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, with 512-KB L2 cache 4 GB memory module (DDR2, 800-MHz, PC2-6400, 1-DIMM) 2 GB memory module (DDR2, 800-MHz, PC2-6400, 1-DIMM) 1 GB memory module (DDR2, 800-MHz, PC2- - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 42
memory and 512 MB of dedicated memory (includes replacement thermal material) 6-cell, 47-Wh, 2.20-Ah Li-ion battery 6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery 12-cell, 95-Wh, 8.8-Ah Li-ion battery Kit for use only with computers equipped with 15.6-inch BrightView display panels (includes left and right - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 43
Description Display enclosure for use in white computers equipped with AntiGlare display panels (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables) 15.6-inch WXGA BrightView display assembly for use in white computers (includes webcam, 2 microphones, and 2 antenna transceivers) White molded keyboard - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 44
white computers (includes LED board and cable) Atheros 9285G 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the , Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 45
518965-071 Description Atheros 9280AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi Adapter for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam New Guinea, Paraguay, the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the microphones, and 2 antenna transceivers) 15.6-inch WXGA AntiGlare display assembly for - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 46
for use in the Netherlands Display Hinge Kit for 15.6-inch AntiGlare displays (includes left and right hinges) AMD graphics subsystems with discrete graphics memory (includes replacement thermal material) Cable Kit (see Cable Kit on page 29) Notebook sleeve, 16-inch, white Speaker assembly 160-GB - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 47
570228-211 570228-221 570228-251 570228-281 570228-291 570228-B31 Description 16.0-inch WXGA BrightView LED display assembly for use in black computers 15.6-inch WXGA AntiGlare LED display assembly for use in black computers 16.0-inch WXGA AntiGlare LED display assembly for use in black computers - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 48
for use in South Korea Black textured keyboard for use in the Netherlands System board for use with computers equipped with SidePort memory Display enclosure for use only with white computers equipped with BrightView LED display panels (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables and logo - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 49
and replacement procedures: ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers ● Flat-bladed screwdriver Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance instructions. Preliminary replacement requirements 41 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 50
Cables and connectors CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer. Cables must - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 51
while, then degrade in the internal layers, reducing its life expectancy. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer PCB Packing PCBs in foam-lined box Typical electrostatic voltage levels Relative humidity 10% 40% 35,000 V 15,000 V 12,000 V 5,000 V 6,000 V 800 V 2,000 V 700 V 11,500 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 52
material. ● Use 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 vacuums. ● When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use fixtures made only of static - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 53
with ground cords 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 bags, tubes, or boxes ● Metal tote boxes ● Electrostatic voltage levels and - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 54
the product's hardware components. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. (4) Model description: This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. (5) Warranty period: This number describes - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 55
Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Rubber Feet Kit, spare part number 516499-001. There are 4 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below. Component replacement procedures 47 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 56
by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. Remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 3. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it from the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 57
Display assemblyon page 68 for webcam/microphone module removal instructions for computers equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies. NOTE: unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 58
4. Release the display bezel top edge (3) from the display enclosure. 5. Release the webcam/microphone module (1) from the display enclosure as far as the webcam/ microphone module cable allows. 6. Disconnect the webcam/microphone module cable (2) from the webcam/microphone module. 7. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 59
the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Remove the optical drive: 1. Position the computer with the front toward you. 2. Remove - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 60
7. Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical drive. 8. Remove the optical drive bracket (2). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the optical drive. 52 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 61
the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Remove the memory module: 1. Position the computer with the front toward you. 2. Loosen the three Phillips - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 62
5. Remove the module (2) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: Memory modules are designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect insertion into the memory module slot. Reverse this procedure to install a memory module. 54 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 63
from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the memory module compartment cover (see Memory module on page 53). Remove the TV tuner module: 1. Disconnect the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 64
by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the memory module compartment cover (see Memory module on page 53). Remove the RTC battery: Use a non-conductive pointed tool to pry - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 65
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Remove the hard drive: 1. Position the computer with the front toward you. 2. Loosen - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 66
(1) to lift the hard drive up, and then slide it to the left (2) to release it from the hard drive bay. 5. Disconnect the hard drive adapter cable (3) from the system board. 6. Remove the hard drive from the hard drive bay. 58 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 67
7. If it is necessary to 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 68
Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, the People's Republic of China, Peru, the Philippines, Poland, Portugal, the Republic of Moldova, Romania United States, and the U.S. Virgin Islands Atheros 9280AGN 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi Adapter for use in Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 69
Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, the Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, the People's Republic of China, Colombia, Comoros, the Congo, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, the Dominican Republic, East Timor - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 70
unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. 1. Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables (1) from - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 71
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). Remove the switch cover and keyboard: 1. Position the computer upside down with the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 72
screws that secure the switch cover to the computer (2) Three Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer (inside the battery bay) (3) Four Phillips PM2.5×6.5 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer 3. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 73
6. Move the switch cover back so it rests on the display. 7. Remove the three Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer. 8. Lift the rear edge (1) of the keyboard. 9. Slide the keyboard (2) back until the keyboard connector on the system board is accessible. Component - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 74
10. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector (1) to which the keyboard cable is connected and disconnect the cable (2) from the system board. 11. Remove the keyboard. 12. Disconnect the power button board cable (1) from the low insertion force (LIF) connector on the system board. 13. - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 75
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the switch cover and keyboard (see Switch cover and keyboard on page 63 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 76
use in black computers LED assembly for use in MTV2 artist edition computers 15.6-inch WXGA BrightView display assemblies: Non-LED for use in white computers the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 68 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 77
the system board. 2. Remove the WLAN antenna cables from the clip (3) built into the top cover. CAUTION: Support the display assembly when removing the following screws. Failure to support the display assembly can result in damage to the display assembly and other computer components. 3. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 78
information for computers equipped with BrightView display assemblies. NOTE: See Webcam/microphone moduleon page 49 for webcam/microphone module replacement instructions for computers equipped with BrightView display assemblies. 5. If it is necessary to replace the display enclosure or any of the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 79
9. Disconnect the display logo cable (3) from the display panel cable. 10. Remove the WLAN antenna cables and the webcam cable (4) from the left hinge. NOTE: You may have to flex the display hinge cover to remove the WLAN cables. 11. If it is necessary to replace the display inverter, remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 80
15. Slide the webcam/microphone module to the right, and then lift it from the display (2). 16. Disconnect the webcam/microphone module cable (3) from the webcam/ - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 81
to the display panel. 26. Remove the display hinge bracket (3). The Display Hinge Kit is available using spare part number 513477-001 for computers with 15.6-inch displays and 519209-001 for computers with 16-inch displays. Component replacement procedures 73 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 82
removal information for computers equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies. NOTE: See Webcam/microphone moduleon page 49 for webcam/microphone module replacement instructions for computers equipped with BrightView display assemblies. 28. If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or any of - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 83
30. Remove the display bezel (4). The display bezel is available using spare part number 512359-001 (16-inch display) or 512364-001 (15.6-inch display). 31. If it is necessary to replace the display inverter, disconnect the display inverter from the doublesided tape securing it to the display, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 84
are available using spare part numbers 511868-001 (16-inch non-LED display), 570094-001 (16-inch LED display), 512363-001 (15.6-inch non-LED display), and 570095-001 (15.6-inch LED display). 36. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 85
Remove the display hinges (2). The display hinges are available in the Display Hinge Bracket Kit, spare part 512360-001 (16-inch display) or 512365-001 (15.6-inch display). The display hinge screws are available in the Display Screw Kit, spare part number 512362-001. 38. If it is necessary to remove - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 86
the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57) b. Optical - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 87
power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the switch cover and keyboard (see Switch cover and keyboard on page 63). Remove the Bluetooth module: 1. Disconnect the Bluetooth module cable (1) from the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 88
the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57) b. Optical - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 89
3. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw (2) that secures the top cover to the computer. This screw is in the battery bay. 4. Turn the computer right-side up, with the front toward you. 5. Disconnect the following cables from the system board: (1) TouchPad cable (2) Fingerprint reader board - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 90
6. Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer. 7. Lift the rear edge (1) of the top cover until it rests at an angle. 8. Remove the top cover (2) by lifting it straight up. Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. 82 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 91
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 92
discrete graphics memory (includes 512836-001 cable) Audio/infrared board for use with computers equipped with UMA graphics memory (includes unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 93
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 94
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 95
d. Display assembly (see Display assembly on page 68). e. Top cover (see Top cover on page 80). f. USB board (see USB board on page 85). g. System board (see System board on page 88). Remove the power connector cable: 1. Remove the power connector cable (1) from the clips and routing channel (2) - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 96
the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. on page 55) ● RTC battery (see RTC battery on page 56) ● Memory module (see Memory module on page 53) ● Bluetooth module (see Bluetooth module on page 79) ● - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 97
2. Disconnect the following cables from the system board: (2) Audio/infrared board cable NOTE: The audio/infrared board cable connects to a LIF connector on the system board. (3) USB board cable NOTE: The USB board cable connects to a LIF connector on the system board. (4) Power connector cable 3. - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 98
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 99
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC Adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 100
the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. only to models with discrete subsystem memory on the system board. Steps 6 through 10 apply only to models with UMA subsystem memory on the system board. 1. - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 101
is included with all fan/heat sink assembly, system board, and processor spare part kits. NOTE: Steps 1 through 5 apply only to models with discrete subsystem memory on the system board. Steps 6 through 10 apply only to models with UMA subsystem - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 102
6. Turn the system board upside down, with the expansion port 3 and external monitor port toward you. 7. Disconnect the fan cable (1) from the system board. 8. Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×14.0 spring-loaded, captive screws (2), (3), and (4) that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the system - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 103
10. Remove the fan/heat sink assembly (7). NOTE: Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the fan/heat sink assembly and system board components, it may be necessary to move the fan/heat sink assembly from side to side to detach the assembly. NOTE: The thermal material - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 104
to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 48). 5. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 57 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 105
2. Lift the processor (2) straight up and remove it. NOTE: The gold triangle (3) on the processor must be aligned with the triangle icon (4) embossed on the processor socket when you install the processor. Reverse this procedure to install the processor. Component replacement procedures 97 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 106
5 Setup Utility WARNING! Only authorized technicians trained by HP must repair this equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow repair at only the subassembly or module level. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 107
. Your change goes into effect immediately. Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility Because the Setup Utility is not Windows based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selection are by keystroke. ● To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys. ● To choose an item in a list - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 108
Displaying system information The following procedure explains how to display system information in the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility is not open, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is open, begin at step 2. 1. Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the " - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 109
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 about the computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 110
15, 20). ● CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 111
°F to 95°F -4°F to 140°F Relative humidity Operating 10% to 90% Nonoperating 5% to 95% Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating -15 m to 3,048 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft Nonoperating -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft NOTE: Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 112
15.6-inch, WXGA display specifications Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pixel 35.9 cm 39.5 cm Up to 262,000 500:1 (typical) 220 nits (typical) 8.27 in 14.1 in 15.6 in 0.255 × 0.255 mm 1366 × 768 RGB vertical stripe Edge lit 80 × 25 6.5 W ±45° horizontal - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 113
16.0-inch WXGA 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. 21.4 cm 36.5 cm 40.6 cm Up to 262,000 600:1 200 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 114
16.0-inch WXGA AntiGlare 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. 21.4 cm 36.5 cm 40.6 cm Up to 262,000 600:1 200 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 115
referring to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. Actual drive specifications may differ slightly. NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Contact technical support for details. Hard drive specifications 107 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 116
Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive specifications Applicable disc Access time Random Cache buffer Data transfer rate 24X CD-ROM 8X DVD 24X CD-R 16X CD-RW 8X DVD+R 4X DVD+RW 8X DVD-R 4X DVD-RW 2.4X DVD+R(9) 5X DVD-RAM 1X BD-ROM 1X BD-R read 1X BD-RE read Transfer mode Read: Write: - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 117
DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive specifications Applicable disc Access time Random Cache buffer Data transfer rate 24X CD-ROM 8X DVD-ROM 24X CD-R 16X CD-RW 8X DVD+R 4X DVD+RW 8X DVD-R 4X DVD-RW 2.4X DVD+R(9) 5X DVD-RAM Transfer mode Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CDROM, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 118
DMA0 DMA1* DMA2* DMA3 DMA4 DMA5* DMA6 DMA7 *ExpressCard controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5. System function Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Direct memory access controller Available for PC Card Not assigned Not assigned 110 Chapter 6 Specifications - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 119
102-Key or Microsoft® Natural Keyboard IRQ2 IRQ3 IRQ4 IRQ5* IRQ6 IRQ7* IRQ8 Cascaded Intel 82801 DB/DBM USB2 Enhanced Host Controller-24CD COM1 Conexant AC-Link Audio Intel 82801 DB/DBM SMBus Controller-24C3 Data Fax Modem with SmartCP Diskette drive Parallel port System CMOS/real-time clock IRQ9 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 120
40 - 43 4E - 4F 50 - 53 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 70 - 77 81 - 91 92 A0 - A1 A4 - A5 A8 - A9 AC - AD B0 - B1 B2 - B3 B4 - B5 B8 - B9 System function (shipping configuration) DMA Controller Channel 0-3 PCI Bus on MS ACPI-Compliant System Programmable Interrupt - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 121
I/O address (hex) BC - BD C0 - DF F0 380 - 383 384 - 38E 3B0 - 3BB 3C0 - 3DF 400 - 47F 4D0 - 4D1 500 - 53F 600 - 60F 610 800 - 80F 810 - 817 820 - 823 D00 - FFFF 164E - 164F 2000 - 2FFF 3000 - 3FFF 4000 - 4FFF 5000 - 50FF 6000 - 6FFF 7000 - 70FF 7000 - 7FFF 8000 - 801F 8020 - 803F 8040 - 805F 8060 - - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 122
map specifications Size 640 KB 128 KB 48 KB 160 KB 64 KB 15 MB 58 MB 58 MB 2 MB 4 GB 64 KB Memory address 00000000-0009FFFF 000A0000-000BFFFF 000C0000-000CBFFF 000C8000-000E7FFF 000E8000-000FFFFF 00100000-00FFFFFF 04800000-07FFFFFF 04800000-07FFFFFF 08000000-080FFFFF 08200000-FFFEFFFF FFFF0000 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 123
7 Screw listing This section provides specification and reference information for the screws used in the computer. All screws listed in this section are available in the Screw Kit, spare part number 516498-001, or the Display Screw Kit, spare part number 512362-001. 115 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 124
Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw Color Silver Quantity 23 Length 3.0 mm Thread 2.0 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: One screw that secures the Bluetooth module to the top cover. Where used: 2 screws that secure the optical drive bracket to the computer. 116 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 125
Where used: 3 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer Where used: (1) One screw that secures the WLAN module to the system board (2) One screw that secures the TV tuner module to the system board Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw 117 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 126
Where used: 4 screws that secure the display hinges to the display bezel on computers equipped with BrightView display assemblies Where used: 8 screws that secure the display hinges to the display bezel on computers equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies Where used: 2 screws that secure the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 127
Phillips PM2.0×14.0 captive screw Color Silver Quantity 6 Length 14.0 mm Thread 2.0 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: 3 screws (secured by C-clips) that secure the discrete fan and heat sink to the system board Phillips PM2.0×14.0 captive screw 119 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 128
Where used: 3 screws (secured by C-clips) that secure the UMA fan and heat sink to the system board 120 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 129
Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screw Color Black Quantity 2 Length 3.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: 2 screws that secure the modem module to the system board Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screw 121 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 130
Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw Color Black Quantity 17 Length 4.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: 3 screws that secure the switch cover to the keyboard Where used: One screw that secures the power button board to the switch cover 122 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 131
Where used: One screw that secures the top cover to the computer Where used: 4 screws that secure the top cover to the computer Where used: 8 screws that secure the display panel on computers equipped with BrightView display assemblies Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw 123 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 132
Phillips PM2.5×6.0 screw Color Black Quantity 5 Length 6.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: 5 screws that secure the speaker to the top cover 124 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 133
Phillips PM2.0×2.0 broadhead screw Color Black Quantity 1 Length 2.0 mm Thread 2.0 mm Head diameter 7.0 mm Where used: One screw that secures the fingerprint reader board to the top cover Phillips PM2.0×2.0 broadhead screw 125 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 134
Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw Color Black Quantity 18 Length 5.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.4 mm Where used: 4 screws that secure the display inverter cover to the display bezel on computers equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies Where used: 2 screws that secure the display hinge bracket - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 135
Where used: 4 screws that secure the display enclosure to the display bezel on computers equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies Where used: 8 screws that secure the display panel brackets to the display panel enclosure Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screw 127 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 136
Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screw Color Black Quantity 5 Length 5.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: 3 screws (secured by C-clips) that secure the discrete fan and heat sink to the system board 128 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 137
Where used: 2 screws (secured by C-clips) that secure the UMA fan and heat sink to the system board Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screw 129 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 138
Phillips PM2.5×5.5 captive screw Color Black Quantity 5 Length 5.5 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.4 mm Where used: (1) 3 captive screws that secure the memory module compartment cover to the computer (screws are secured by C-clips) (2) 2 captive screws that secure the hard drive cover to the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 139
Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw Color Black Quantity 26 Length 7.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.4 mm Where used: (1) One screw that secures the USB board to the system board (2) One screw that secures the system board to the computer (3) One screw that secures the audio/infrared board to the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 140
Where used: 4 screws that secure the keyboard to the computer Where used: 2 screws that secure the switch cover to the keyboard Where used: 4 screws that secure the display assembly to the computer 132 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 141
Where used: One screw that secures the power connector bracket to the base enclosure Where used: One screw that secures the optical drive to the computer Where used: 9 screws that secure the top cover to the base enclosure Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screw 133 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 142
Where used: 2 screws that secure the display bezel to the display on computers equipped with BrightView display assemblies Phillips PM3.0×3.5 screw Color Silver Quantity 4 Length 3.5 mm Thread 3.0 mm Head diameter 4.8 mm Where used: 4 screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 143
maintain a reasonably current backup. Tools provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the following tasks a program or driver (Recovery Manager software feature). This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver without performing a - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 144
HP compatible with the Recovery Manager software. ● The computer must be connected to AC power during this process. ● Only one set of recovery discs can be NOTE: If you are operating the computer on battery power, you will be prompted to connect to AC power before you can go to the next step. - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 145
Backing up your information When to back up ● On a regularly scheduled basis NOTE: Set reminders to back up your information periodically. ● Before the computer is repaired or restored ● Before you add or modify hardware or software Backup suggestions ● Create a set of recovery discs using Recovery - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 146
points, select the disk for which you want to create a restore point. 5. Click Create. The System Protection window opens. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions. Restore to a previous date and time To revert to a restore point (created at a previous date and time), when the computer was functioning - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 147
have previously backed up. HP recommends that you use Recovery -in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. If you have not already and restart the computer. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Recovering from the dedicated recovery partition (select models only - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 148
9 Connector pin assignments 1394 Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 Audio-in (microphone) Signal Power Ground TPBTPB+ TPATPA+ Pin Signal 1 Audio signal in 2 Audio signal in 3 Ground 140 Chapter 9 Connector pin assignments - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 149
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 Audio-out (headphone) 141 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 150
HDMI Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Signal Transition minimized differential signal (TMDS) data 2+ TMDS data 2 shield TMDS data 2- TMDS data 1+ TMDS data 1 shield TMDS data 1- TMDS data 0+ - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 151
RJ-11 (modem) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 RJ-45 (network) Signal Unused Tip Ring Unused Unused Unused Pin Signal 1 Transmit + 2 Transmit - 3 Receive + 4 Unused 5 Unused 6 Receive - 7 Unused 8 Unused RJ-11 (modem) 143 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 152
Universal Serial Bus Pin Signal 1 +5 VDC 2 Data - 3 Data + 4 Ground 144 Chapter 9 Connector pin assignments - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 153
cord set will be used. ● The power cord sets must have a minimum current capacity of 10 amps and a nominal voltage rating of 125 or 250 V AC, as required by each country or region. ● The appliance coupler must meet the mechanical configuration of an EN 60 320/IEC 320 Standard Sheet C13 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 154
The Netherlands KEMA 1 Norway NEMKO 1 The People's Republic of China CCC 5 South Korea EK 4 Sweden SEMKO 1 Switzerland SEV 1 must be a two-pole grounding type with a NEMA 5-15P (15 A, 125 V) or NEMA 6-15P (15 A, 250 V) configuration. 3. The appliance coupler, flexible cord, and - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 155
life, do not dispose of the battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery NOTE: Materials Disposal. This HP product contains mercury in the backlight .eiae.org. This section provides disassembly instructions for the display assembly. The display - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 156
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 dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 157
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 dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 158
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. 150 Chapter - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 159
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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 160
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 dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 161
12 battery release latch, identifying 15 bays battery 15 hard drive 15 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive removal 51 spare part numbers 25, 33, 51 specifications 108 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD ±R/RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive precautions 25, 51 spare part number 25, 51 Bluetooth cable - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 162
specifications 104, 105, 106 display switch, identifying 16 displaying system information 100 docking support, product description 4 drive light, identifying 7, 12 drives boot order 102 preventing damage 42 drives, hard 15 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive precautions 42 removal - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 163
support 101 latch, battery release 15 lights battery 7, 12 caps lock 7 drive 7, 12 num lock 8 power 7, 12 TouchPad 6 volume down 7 volume mute 7 volume up 7 wireless 8 M Main menu 101 media activity buttons, identifying 9 memory map specifications 114 memory module identifying 15 10 notebook sleeve, - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 164
-45 (network) jack identifying 14 pin assignments 143 RTC battery removal 56 spare part number 25, 31, 56 Rubber Feet service considerations 41 service tag 18, 46 serviceability, product description 5 Setup Utility menus 101 starting 98 using 99 slots Digital Media 14 ExpressCard 14 memory module 15 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 165
number 21, 34, 85 USB cable illustrated 29 USB ports, identifying 13, 14 using system restore 137 V vents, identifying 13, 15 Virtualization Technology 101 volume down light, identifying 7 volume mute button, identifying 9 volume mute light, identifying 7 volume scroll zone, identifying 9 volume - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 166
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