HP dv6-1245dx HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Bluetooth is Windows, and Windows Vista are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. SD Logo is a trademark of its proprietor. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 3
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 AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for - 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 Front components ...14 Rear component ...15 Right-side components ...15 Left-side components ...16 Bottom components ...17 Display components ...18 Wireless antennas (select models only 19 3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag ...20 Computer major components ...21 Display assembly components - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 6
56 Component replacement procedures 57 Service tag ...57 Computer feet ...58 Battery ...59 Webcam/microphone module 60 Optical drive ...62 Memory module ...64 TV tuner module ...66 RTC battery ...67 Hard drive ...69 WLAN module ...72 Switch cover and keyboard 76 Power button board ...80 Display - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 7
113 6 Specifications Computer specifications ...114 15.6-inch, WXGA BrightView display specifications 115 16.0-inch WXGA BrightView display specifications 116 15.6-inch WXGA AntiGlare display specifications 117 16.0-inch WXGA AntiGlare display specifications 118 Hard drive specifications ...119 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 8
External monitor ...151 HDMI ...152 RJ-11 (modem) ...153 RJ-45 (network) ...153 Universal Serial Bus ...154 10 Power cord set requirements Requirements for all countries or regions 155 Requirements for specific countries or regions 156 11 Recycling Battery ...157 Display ...157 Index ...163 viii - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 9
Computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with discrete memory Computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with UMA memory HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment √ 1-MB L2 cache and 800-MHz FSB Intel Pentium Dual-Core T3400 2.16-GHz with 1- √ √ MB L2 cache and 667-MHz FSB Intel Core2 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 10
of √ dedicated video memory (64 MB × 16 DDR2 × 4 PCs) ● Up to 767 MB video memory on computer models equipped with 1 GB of main system memory ● Up to 1279 MB video memory on computer models equipped with 2 GB of main system memory ● Up to 1791 MB video memory on computer models equipped with - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 11
graphics subsystem memory on computer models equipped with 4096 MB of main system memory (64-bit OS) ● Memory size is dynamic change ● 15.6-inch, WXGA (1366 × 768) BrightView √ √ ● 16.0-inch, WXGA (1366 × 768) BrightView √ √ ● 15.6-inch WXGA (1366 × 768) AntiGlare √ √ ● 16.0-inch, WXGA (1366 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 12
(2048 MB + 4096 MB) ● 8192-MB total system memory (4096 MB × 2, dual-channel) Supports all Serial ATA (SATA) 9.5 mm, 6.35-cm √ √ (2.5-inch) hard drives Supports one hard drive √ √ Support for HP ProtectSmart Hard √ √ Drive Protection Single hard drive configurations: √ √ ● 160 GB - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 13
subsystems with discrete memory Computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with UMA memory VGA camera √ √ Fixed (no tilt) √ √ Activity LED √ √ 640 × 480 by 24 frames per second √ √ 2 omnidirectional microphones, dual-array with √ √ appropriate software (supports beam forming - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 14
Microphone input (audio-in) √ √ 2-pin AC power for 90-W AC adapter √ √ Docking Expansion port 3 supports the HP xb3000 √ √ Notebook Expansion Base and HP Notebook QuickDock Keyboard/pointing 16-inch full-size keyboard with numeric keypad √ √ devices Standard IMR keyboard with molded - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 15
with discrete memory Computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with UMA memory 6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery (Germany √ only) 6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery √ 12-cell, 95-Wh, 8.8-Ah Li-ion battery √ 90-W AC adapter with localized cable plug √ support (2-wire plug - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 16
(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 button on an external mouse. (4) TouchPad on/off button Enables/disables the TouchPad - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 17
off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 18
on. ● Amber: All wireless devices are turned off. (13) Num lock light On: The integrated numeric keypad is enabled, or num lock is enabled on a connected optional keypad. *The 2 power lights display the same information. The light on the power button is visible only when the computer is open. The - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 19
, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 20
Stop button Stops playback. (9) Wireless button Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 21
Keys Item 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 22
battery level. ● Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. (4) Consumer infrared lens Receives a signal from the remote control. (5) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 23
TV broadcasts. Connects a modem cable. Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Indicates that the power is on. Connects an AC adapter. Rear component 15 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 24
, the computer may include a USB port only. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a camcorder. Indicates that the component installed in the Digital Media Slot is operating. Supports the following optional digital card formats: ● Memory Stick (MS - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 25
that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Bottom components - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 26
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 integrated webcam is in use. Records audio and video and captures still photographs. 18 Chapter 2 External component identification - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 27
Wireless antennas (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennas send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. NOTE: The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 28
specific information about 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 29
Computer major components Item (1) Description Display assembly (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables) 15.6-inch WXGA BrightView display assembly with low light VGA webcam and 2 microphones, Onyx Spare part number 511867-001 Computer major components 21 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 30
and 2 microphones, Espresso Black (replaced by 571746-001) 518777-001 15.6-inch WXGA AntiGlare display assembly with standard VGA webcam and 2 microphones, Espresso Black (replaces 518777-001) 571746-001 16.0-inch WXGA BrightView display assembly with low light VGA webcam and 2 microphones - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 31
Black (replaces 518790-001 on select models) 571757-001 Power button board for computers with discrete graphics subsystem memory (includes cable) 512835-001 Power button board for computers with UMA graphics subsystem memory (includes 512834-001 cable) Keyboard, Onyx, IMR, molded keyboard - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 32
Item Description Spare part number For use in France 517864-051 For use in French Canada 517864-121 For use in Germany 517864-041 For use in Greece 517864-DJ1 For use in Hungary 517864-211 For international use 517864-B31 For use in Israel 517864-BB1 For use in Italy 517864-061 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 33
For use in France 518966-051 For use in French Canada 518966-121 For use in Germany 518966-041 For use in Greece 518966-DJ1 Computer major components 25 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 34
Item Description For use in Hungary For international use For use in Israel For use in Italy For use in Japan For use in Latin America For use in Portugal For use in Russia For use in Saudi Arabia For use in South Korea For use in Spain For use in Switzerland For use in Taiwan For use in Thailand - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 35
drive bay cover 511890-001 NOTE: See Plastics Kit on page 37 for more information. System board (includes replacement thermal material): ● For use with computer models equipped with UMA graphics subsystem memory 511863-001 ● For use with computer models equipped with discrete graphics subsystem - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 36
cache and 800-MHz FSB 513599-001 Intel Pentium Dual-Core T3400 2.16-GHz with 1-MB L2 cache and 667-MHz FSB 509549-001 computers equipped with UMA graphics memory subsystems) 501894-001 WLAN module: (Bluetooth supported) Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use with computer - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 37
Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe 487330-002 Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use only with computer models in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 38
Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe 504593-002 Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use only with computer models in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 39
-001 For use with computer models equipped with discrete graphics subsystem memory 512836-001 Power connector cable NOTE: The power connector cable is available in the Cable Kit, spare part number 512832-001. For more information, see Cable Kit on page 38. Battery Computer major components 31 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 40
battery for use with all computer models 511884-001 6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery for use with all computer models 511872-001 6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery for use only with computers for use only with computers equipped with discrete graphics 482899-003 memory) TV tuner external - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 41
Display assembly components The HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC offers two types of display assemblies. (for 16-inch only) (includes left and right hinges) 513477-001 Display Hinge Kit (for 15.6-inch only) (includes left and right hinges) 519209-001 Display Rubber Kit, (for 16-inch only) - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 42
Item Description Display Screw Kit (not illustrated) Display LCD cable (not illustrated) Spare part number 512362-001 512825-001 34 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 43
part number Display bezel (includes logo and display lid switch actuator magnet) For use with computer models equipped with 16-inch displays 512359-001 For use with computer models equipped with 15.6-inch displays 512364-001 Webcam/microphone module, low light VGA (includes cable) (replaced by - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 44
antenna transceivers and 517860-001 cables and logo LED board and cable) 15.6-inch DIsplay enclosure, Espresso Black (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables and logo LED board and cable) 16-inch 518773-001 Display Rubber Kit (not illustrated, includes display bezel rubber screw - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 45
Plastics Kit Item (1) (2) (3) Description Spare part number Plastics Kit 511890-001 ExpressCard slot bezel Hard drive bay cover (includes 2 captive screws, secured by C-clips) Memory module compartment cover (includes 1 captive screw, secured by a C-clip) Plastics Kit 37 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 46
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 Power connector cable TV tuner module cable (not illustrated) Spare part number 512832-001 38 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 47
AC adapters 65-W AC adapter 463958-001 90-W AC adapter, PFC 463955-001 90-W AC adapter for use only in Germany 510485-005 Power cords, Hong Kong Bluetooth cable Remote controls 490371-AB1 490371-031 489822-001 Full-function remote control Full-function remote control with teletext Rubber - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 48
459263-002 461749-001 461749-011 Description Headphone, black, with volume control and stereo/mono switch RTC battery Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use only with computer models in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 49
AC adapter, PFC 65-W AC adapter Full-function remote control Full-function remote control with teletext Intel Wi-Fi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use with computer Bluetooth cable Power cord for use in Canada, French Canada, Latin America, Thailand, and the United States Power cord for use - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 50
Power cord for use in South Korea Power cord for use in South Africa Power cord for use in Israel Power cord for use in Argentina Power cord for use in India Intel Celeron T1600 1.66-GHz processor with 1-MB L2 cache and 667-MHz FSB (for use only with computers equipped with UMA graphics memory - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 51
light VGA webcam and 2 microphones, Onyx 15.6-inch WXGA BrightView display assembly with low light VGA webcam and 2 microphones, Onyx BrightView display panel for use only with computer models equipped with 16-inch display panels (includes display panel cable) 1 GB memory module (DDR2, 800-MHz, PC2 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 52
-211 511885-221 511885-251 511885-A41 511885-AB1 511885-B31 511885-BB1 511885-BG1 Description 6-cell, 55-Wh, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery for use only with computers for Germany 160 GB, 5400 rpm hard drive (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, and four rubber - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 53
Plastics Kit (see Plastics Kit on page 37) Audio/infrared board (for use with computer models equipped with UMA graphics subsystem memory) 16.0-inch only with computer models equipped with 15.6-inch BrightView display panels (includes left and right hinges) Display enclosure for 16-inch BrightView - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 54
board for computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with discrete graphics memory Display enclosure for 15.6-inch BrightView displays (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables and logo LED board and cable), Moonlight White Display enclosure for 16-inch AntiGlare displays (includes - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 55
Spare part number 517863-161 517863-211 517863-221 517863-251 517863-A41 517863-AB1 517863-B31 517863-BB1 517863-DJ1 517864-001 517864-031 517864-041 517864-051 517864-061 517864-071 517864-111 517864-121 517864-131 517864-141 517864-161 517864-171 517864-211 517864-221 517864-251 517864-281 517864- - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 56
computer models equipped with ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 graphics with 1 GB memory (includes replacement thermal material) System board for use with computer enclosure for 16-inch AntiGlare displays (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables), Espresso Black 15.6-inch WXGA AntiGlare - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 57
characters Keyboard for use in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, Espresso Black, painted keyboard characters Display Hinge Kit for use only with computer models equipped with 15.6-inch AntiGlare display panels (includes left and right hinges) Intel Celeron 900 2.20-GHz with 1-MB L2 cache and 667-MHz FSB - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 58
, Espresso Black (replaces 518771-001) 16.0-inch WXGA AntiGlare display assembly with standard VGA webcam and 2 microphones, Espresso Black (replaces 518772-001) Webcam/microphone module, standard VGA (includes cable) (replaces 518727-001) 15.6-inch WXGA BrightView display assembly with standard VGA - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 59
Spare part number 572929-001 573076-001 Description Intel Pentium Dual-Core T4300 2.10-GHz with 1-MB L2 cache and 800-MHz FSB Intel Core Duo P7550 2.13-GHz with 3-MB L2 cache and 1066-MHz FSB Sequential part number listing 51 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 60
● Flat-bladed screwdriver Service considerations The following sections 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 61
servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed in their proper locations during the reassembly process. Improper cable placement can damage the computer tray is closed. Handle drives on surfaces covered with at least one inch of shock-proof foam. Avoid dropping drives from any height onto any - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 62
cases, ESD contains enough power to alter device device may function normally for a while, then degrade in the internal layers, reducing its life expectancy. CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer plastic voltage levels Relative humidity 10% 40% 35,000 V 15,000 V 12,000 V 5,000 V 6,000 V - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 63
. ● Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, plastic assembly aids and Styrofoam. ● Handle ESD-sensitive components, parts, and assemblies by the case or PCM laminate. Handle these items only at static-free workstations. ● Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry. ● Turn off power - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 64
of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear a strap snugly 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 65
specific information about 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 needed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. (5) Warranty - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 66
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. 58 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 67
operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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. Remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 68
/microphone module removal instructions for computer models equipped with devices connected 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 69
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 70
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). Remove the optical - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 71
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. Component replacement procedures 63 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 72
external devices connected 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 59). Remove the memory module: 1. Position the computer with - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 73
necessary, use a non-conductive pointed tool to spread the retaining tabs. 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 74
all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the memory module compartment cover - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 75
all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the memory module compartment cover - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 76
Use a non-conductive pointed tool to pry 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. 68 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 77
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). Remove the hard - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 78
the hard drive bay cover, swing it up and to the left, and remove the cover (3). The hard drive bay cover is included in the Plastics Kit, spare part number 511890-001. 4. Use the Mylar tab (1) to lift the hard drive up, and then slide it to the left (2) to release - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 79
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 connector 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 80
the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe (Bluetooth supported) 487330-002 Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use only with computer models in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 81
the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe (Bluetooth supported) 459263-002 Broadcom BCM4312 802.11b/g WLAN module for use only with computer models in Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Belize, Canada, the Cayman Islands, Guam, Puerto Rico - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 82
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the hard - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 83
3. Remove the WLAN module (3) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: WLAN modules are designed with a notch (4) to prevent incorrect insertion into the WLAN module slot. Reverse this procedure to install a WLAN module. Component replacement procedures 75 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 84
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). Remove the switch - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 85
PM2.5×4.0 screws that secure the switch cover to the computer (these are 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. 4. Open the computer as far as possible. 5. Lift the rear edge - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 86
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. 78 Chapter 4 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 87
) 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. Disconnect the LED board cable (2) from the LIF - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 88
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 89
VGA webcam, Espresso Black (replaced 518777-001 by 571746-001) 15.6-inch WXGA AntiGlare display assembly with standard VGA webcam, Espresso Black (replaces 571746-001 518777-001) 16.0-inch WXGA BrightView display assembly, Onyx 16.0-inch WXGA BrightView display assembly with low light VGA webcam - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 90
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Disconnect the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 91
moduleon page 60 for webcam/microphone module replacement instructions for computer models equipped with BrightView display assemblies. 5. in the Display Rubber Kit, spare part number 513479-001 (15.6-inch displays) or 512361-001 (16.0-inch displays). b. (2) Four Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws. 6. Turn - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 92
(includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables 512824-001 and logo LED board and cable) 16-inch BrightView display enclosure, Moonlight White (includes wireless antenna transceivers 517860-001 and cables and logo LED board and cable) 15.6-inch 84 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 93
enclosure, Espreso Black (includes wireless antenna transceivers and 518774-001 cables) 16-inch AntiGlare display enclosure, Moonlight White (includes wireless antenna transceivers 518775-001 and cables) 15.6-inch (replaced by 571744-001) AntiGlare display enclosure, Moonlight White (includes - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 94
17. Disconnect the backlight cables (2) and display panel cable (3) from the display bezel. 18. Remove the display inverter. The display inverter is available using spare part number 488317-001. 19. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the four Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 95
available in the Display Hinge Kit, spare part number 513477-001 (16-inch display) or 519209-001 (15.6-inch display). NOTE: Steps 23 through 33 provide display assembly internal component removal information for computer models equipped with BrightView display assemblies. See steps 5 through 22 for - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 96
25. 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). 26. If it is necessary to replace the display inverter, release the display inverter (1) as far from the display enclosure as the display panel - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 97
the display panel cable. Remove the display panel (3). Display panels are available using spare part number 511868-001 (16-inch WXGA BrightView display panel) or 512363-001 (15.6-inch WXGA BrightView display panel). 31. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the two Phillips PM2 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 98
32. Remove the display hinges (2). The display hinges are available in the Display Hinge 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. 33. If it is necessary to remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 99
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 100
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 NOTE: On computer models equipped with a standard display assembly, this - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 101
6. Remove the five 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. Component replacement procedures 93 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 102
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 103
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 104
3. Lift the modem module (3) straight up to disconnect it from the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the modem module. 96 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 105
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 106
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 107
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 108
the Phillips PM2.5×6.5 screw (2) that secures the power connector and bracket to the base enclosure. 3. Remove the power connector bracket (3). 4. Remove the power connector cable (4). Reverse this procedure to install the power connector cable. 100 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 109
devices connected 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 ● RTC battery (see RTC battery on page 67) ● Memory module (see Memory module on - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 110
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. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×6.5 screw (1) that secures the system board to the base enclosure. 4. Use the optical drive connector (2) to lift - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 111
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 112
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 113
the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected 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 59). 5. Remove the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 114
CAUTION: Remove the screws in the order indicated by the callouts to ensure consistent pressure over the processor board. 4. Loosen the three Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screws (5), (6), and (7) that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to the system board. CAUTION: Remove the screws in the order - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 115
800-MHz FSB Intel Pentium Dual-Core T3400 2.16 GHz with 1-MB L2 cache and 1066- devices connected 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 116
c. Switch cover and keyboard (see Switch cover and keyboard on page 76). d. Display assembly (see Display assembly on page 81). e. Top cover (see Top cover on page 91). f. USB board (see USB board on page 98). g. System board (see System board on page 101). h. Fan/heat sink assembly (see Fan/heat - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 117
HP must repair this equipment. All troubleshooting modification may void any warranty or exchange allowances. Starting that can be used even when your Windows operating system is not working. NOTE of the screen, press f10. or 1. Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 118
lower-left corner of the screen, press f10. - or - Open the Setup Utility by turning on or restarting the computer. While the "Press the ESC 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 119
the "Press the ESC 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 the computer. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 120
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 computer. ● View specification information about the processor, memory size, system BIOS, and keyboard - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 121
of the Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5, 10, 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. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for: ◦ USB Floppy - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 122
6 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Width 37.85 cm 14.9 in Depth Height (front to back) Weight (with optical drive, hard drive, and battery) Camera adds: 25.8 cm 3.4 to 4.2 cm 3.14 kg 0.009 kg 10.12 in 1.34 to 1.65 in 6.93 lbs 0.02 lbs Input power Operating - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 123
15.6-inch, WXGA BrightView display specifications Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pixel resolution Pitch Format Configuration Backlight Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle Metric U.S. 21.0 cm 35.9 cm 39.5 cm Up to 262,000 500:1 ( - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 124
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 ( - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 125
15.6-inch WXGA AntiGlare display specifications Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pixel resolution Pitch Format Configuration Backlight Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle Metric U.S. 21.0 cm 35.9 cm 39.5 cm Up to 262,000 500:1 ( - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 126
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 ( - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 127
temperature 5°C to 55°C (41°F to 131°F) *1 GB = 1 billion bytes when 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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 128
, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CDEXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CDR, CD-RW, DVDROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, HDROM (Single Layer), HD-ROM (Dual Layer), HD DVD-R, HD DVD-R for - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 129
DVD+RW 8X DVD-R 4X DVD-RW 2.4X DVD+R(9) 5X DVD-RAM Transfer mode Read: Write: BD-ROM, BD-R, BD-RE, CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CDMIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 130
System DMA specifications Hardware DMA 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 ExpressCard Not assigned Not assigned 122 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 131
System interrupt specifications Hardware IRQ System function IRQ0 IRQ1 System timer Standard 101-/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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 132
specifications I/O address (hex) 00 - 1F CF7 20 - 21 24 - 25 28 - 29 2C - 2D 2E - 2F 30 - 31 34 - 35 38 - 39 3C - 3D 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 (Aliases) Programmable Interrupt Controller (Aliases) 124 Chapter 6 Specifications - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 133
Programmable Interrupt Controller (Aliases) DMA Controller Channel 4 - 7 Numeric Data Processor ENE CIR Receiver EC VGA VGA LPC Programmable Interrupt Controlller LPC LPC LPC LPC LPC LPC PCI Bus on PCIDIVO-1) USB UHCI Controller - 2939 USB UHCI Controller - 2936 System I/O address specifications 125 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 134
I/O address (hex) 8080 - 809F 80A0 - 80BF 80C0 - 80DF 80E0 - 80FF 8100 - 8117 System function (shipping configuration) USB UHCI Controller - 2935 USB UHCI Controller - 2934 USB UHCI Controller - 3938 USB UHCI Controller - 2937 USB UHCI Controller - 2929 126 Chapter 6 Specifications - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 135
04800000-07FFFFFF 04800000-07FFFFFF 08000000-080FFFFF 08200000-FFFEFFFF FFFF0000-FFFFFFFF System function Base memory Video memory Video BIOS Unused System BIOS Extended memory Super extended memory Unused Video memory (direct access) Unused System BIOS System memory map specifications 127 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 136
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. 128 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 137
Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw Color Black Quantity 6 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: Two screws that secure the optical drive bracket to the computer. Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw 129 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 138
Where used: Three screws that secure the keyboard to the computer 130 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 139
Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screw Color Silver Quantity 8 Length 3.0 mm Thread 2.0 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm 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 131 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 140
Where used: Four screws that secure the display hinge brackets to the display panel. Where used: Two screws that secure the wireless antennas to the display cover 132 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 141
Phillips PM2.0×14.0 captive screw Color Silver Quantity 3 Length 14.0 mm Thread 2.0 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: Three screws that secure the fan and heat sink to the system board Phillips PM2.0×14.0 captive screw 133 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 142
Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screw Color Black Quantity 3 Length 3.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: Two screws that secure the modem module to the system board Where used: One screw that secures the audio/infrared board to the system board 134 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 143
Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw Color Black Quantity 10 Length 4.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: One screw that secures the power button board to the switch cover Where used: Three screws that secure the switch cover to the keyboard Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screw 135 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 144
Where used: Five screws that secure the top cover to the computer Where used: One screw that secures the top cover to the computer 136 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 145
Quantity 22 Length 5.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.4 mm Where used: Four screws that secure the display inverter cover to the display bezel on computer models equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies Where used: Two screws that secure the display hinge bracket to the display bezel on - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 146
: Four screws that secure the display hinges to the display bezel on computer models equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies Where used: Four screws that secure the display enclosure to the display bezel on computer models equipped with AntiGlare display assemblies Where used: Eight screws that - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 147
Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screw Color Black Quantity 3 Length 5.0 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.5 mm Where used: Three screws that secure the fan and heat sink to the system board Phillips PM2.5×5.0 captive screw 139 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 148
.5×5.5 captive screw Color Black Quantity 6 Length 5.5 mm Thread 2.5 mm Head diameter 4.4 mm Where used: (1) Three captive screws that secure the memory module compartment cover to the computer (screws are secured by C-clips) (2) Two captive screws that secure the hard drive bay cover to the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 149
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 Where used: Four screws that secure the keyboard to the - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 150
Where used: Two screws that secure the switch cover to the keyboard Where used: Four screws that secure the display assembly to the computer Where used: One screw that secures the power connector bracket to the base enclosure 142 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 151
Where used: One screw that secures the optical drive to the computer Where used: Nine screws that secure the top cover to the base enclosure Where used: Two screws that secure the display bezel to the display on computer models equipped with BrightView display assemblies Phillips PM2.5×6.5 screw 143 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 152
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: Four screws that secure the hard drive bracket to the hard drive 144 Chapter 7 Screw listing - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 153
and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with the following tasks for safeguarding your information and restoring it in case of a system failure: ● Creating a set of recovery discs (Recovery Manager software feature). Recovery discs are used to start up (boot) your computer and - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 154
opens. 2. Click Advanced Options. 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. 3. Click Recovery disc creation, and then click Next. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. 146 Chapter 8 Backup and Recovery - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 155
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 Manager. ● Create system restore points using the Windows System Restore feature, and periodically copy them to - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 156
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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 157
have a recovery partition. If that is the case, recovery discs have been included with your computer. Use these discs to recover your operating system and software. NOTE: Windows has its own built-in repair features, such as System Restore and driver roll-back capabilities. If you have not already - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 158
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 150 Chapter 9 Connector pin assignments - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 159
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) 151 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 160
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 shield TMDS clockConsumer electric control (CEC) Not connected DDC clock DDC data Ground +5V power Hot plug detect 152 Chapter 9 Connector pin assignments - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 161
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) 153 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 162
Universal Serial Bus Pin Signal 1 +5 VDC 2 Data - 3 Data + 4 Ground 154 Chapter 9 Connector pin assignments - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 163
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 equipment is - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 164
Requirements for specific countries 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 wall plug must bear . 5. The flexible cord must be Type VCTF, 3-conductor, 0.75-mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings (appliance coupler - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 165
components, handle them carefully. NOTE: Materials Disposal. This HP product contains mercury in the backlight in the display assembly instructions. Specific details, such as screw sizes, quantities, and locations, and component shapes and sizes, can vary from one computer model to another. Battery - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 166
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 167
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 168
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. 160 Chapter - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 169
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 - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 170
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 171
, product description 2 compartments memory module 17 WLAN module 17 components bottom 17 display 18 front 14 left-side 16 rear 15 right-side 15 top 8 computer feet locations 58 spare part number 58 computer specifications 114 connectors, power 15 connectors, service considerations 53 D Digital - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 172
spare part number 34, 36, 45 display specifications 115, 116, 118 displaying system information 111 docking support, product description 6 drive light, identifying 9, Kit spare part numbers 32, 41, 69 HDMI port identifying 16 pin assignments 152 headphone spare part numbers 40 headphone (audio-out - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 173
support 112 latch, battery release 17 lights battery 9, 14 caps lock 9 drive 9, 14 next/fast forward 9 num lock 10 play/pause 9 power 9, 14 previous/rewind 9 stop 10 TouchPad 8 volume down 9 volume mute 9 volume up 9 wireless 10 M media activity buttons, identifying 11 memory map specifications - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 174
System Configuration menu 112 using 110 slots Digital Media 16 ExpressCard 16 memory module 17 security cable 15 solid-state drive (SSD) 145, 149 speaker assembly, spare part number 27 specifications Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 120 computer 114 display 115, 116, 118 DVD±RW Combo Drive - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 175
memory map 127 optical drive 120, 121 system DMA 122 static-shielding materials 56 stop button, identifying 12 stop light, identifying 10 supported 15, 16 using system restore points 147 removal 60, 61, 85 spare part numbers 33, 35, 45, 60, 85 Windows applications key, identifying 13 Windows logo - HP dv6-1245dx | HP Pavilion dv6 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 176
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