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Contents
1.8.5 System Memory
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1-19
1.8.6 Cache
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1-19
1.8.7 Local Bus Video
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1-20
Chapter 2
2.1
Preliminary Steps
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2-2
2.2
Clearing the Power-On and Setup Passwords
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2-3
2.3
Power-On Self Test (POST)
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2-4
2.4
POST Error Messages
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2-4
2.5
Compaq Utilities
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2-7
2.5.1
Running Computer Setup
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2-7
2.5.2
Running Computer Checkup (TEST)
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2-8
2.5.3
View System Information (INSPECT)
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2-10
2.6
Diagnostic Error Codes
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2-11
2.7
Troubleshooting Without Diagnostics
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2-17
2.7.1
Solving Minor Problems
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2-17
Chapter 3
Illustrated Parts
3.1 System Unit
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3-2
3.2 Mass Storage Devices
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3-6
3.3 Cables and Power Cords
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3-8
3.4 Standard and Optional Boards
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3-10
3.5 Display Assembly
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3-12
3.6 Options
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3-14
3.8 Miscellaneous Parts
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3-16
3.8 Shipping Boxes
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3-18
3.9 Documentation
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3-19
Chapter 4
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries
4.1 Electrostatic Discharge
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4-1
4.1.1 Generating Static
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4-1
4.1.2 Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment
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4-2
4.1.3 Removing Batteries
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4-2
4.1.4 Preventing Damage to Drives
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4-3
4.1.5 Grounding Methods
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4-3
4.1.6 Grounding Workstations
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4-4
4.1.7 Grounding Equipment
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4-4
4.1.8 Recommended Materials and Equipment
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4-5
4.2 Service Considerations
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4-6
4.2.1 Tool Requirements
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4-6
4.2.2 Cables and Connectors
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4-6
4.3 Serial Number
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4-6