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Corporation. Product notice This guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may 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 Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 3
Self-Repair Parts CAUTION: Your computer includes Customer Self-Repair parts and parts that should only be accessed by an authorized service provider. See Chapter 5, "Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts," for details. Accessing parts described in Chapter 6, "Removal and - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 4
iv Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 5
Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 6
vi Safety warning notice - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 7
devices ...18 Sequential part number listing ...19 4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements 22 Tools required ...22 Service considerations ...22 Plastic parts ...22 Cables and connectors ...23 Drive handling ...23 Grounding guidelines ...24 Electrostatic discharge damage - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 8
...35 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts 38 Component replacement procedures ...38 Display HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ...74 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device 75 8 Specifications ...76 Computer specifications ...76 15 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 9
Manager 80 What you need to know 80 Using the HP Recovery partition (select models only 80 Using HP Recovery media to recover 81 Changing the computer boot order 81 Removing the HP Recovery partition (select models only 81 10 Power cord set requirements ...82 Requirements for all countries - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 10
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Name Processors Chipset Graphics Panel Memory Description HP 15 Notebook PC Processors are attached to the system board. ● AMD E1-6010 (1.35 GHz, 1 MB L2, 1333MHz DDR3L), dual core, 10 W ● AMD E1-2100 (1.0 GHz, 1 MB L2, 1333MHz DDR3L), dual core, 9 W ● AMD A8-6410 (2.0 GHz, 2 MB L2, 1600MHz DDR3L - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 12
MB (2048 MB×1) Supports 6.35-cm (2.5-in /hard drive protection support Supports the following hard models without an optical drive HD audio Dual speakers Supports HP TrueVision HD camera (E1-6010/A8-6410 models) Integrated 10/100 NIC Integrated wireless options with single antennas (HMC/PCIe) Support - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 13
1920x1200 @ 60Hz Full-size (15.0-in), black textured Island-style Multitouch gestures enabled Supports Windows® 8 Modern TrackPad Gestures Support PS/2 interface Supports the following AC adapters: 1M length power cord 45 W HP Smart AC adapter (3-wire, 4.5 mm barrel) Supports the following batteries - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 14
2 External component identification Finding your hardware and software information Locating hardware To find out what hardware is installed on your computer: 1. From the Start screen, type control panel, and then select Control Panel. 2. Select System and Security, select System, and then click - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 15
or USB hub. Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or reads and writes to an optical disc. NOTE: For disc compatibility information, go to the Help and Support web page. Follow the web page instructions to select your computer model. Select Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 16
Left side Component (1) (2) Power connector AC adapter light (3) Security cable slot (4) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights (5) Vent (6) HDMI port (7) USB 3.0 ports (8) Memory card reader Description Connects an AC adapter. ● On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 17
The webcam is in use. (3) Webcam Records video, captures photographs. Some models allow you to video conference and chat online using streaming video. To use country or region. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 18
button (3) Right TouchPad button Description Reads your finger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen. NOTE: The TouchPad also supports edge-swipe gestures. Functions like the left button on an external mouse. Functions like the right button on an external mouse. 8 Chapter - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 19
sound is on. On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth device, is on. NOTE: On some models, the wireless light is amber when all wireless devices are off. Top 9 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 20
Buttons and speakers Component (1) Power button (2) Speakers Description ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 21
when pressed in combination with the fn key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with the esc key or, on select models, the spacebar. Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the Windows desktop. NOTE: Pressing the Windows key again will return - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 22
Bottom Component (1) Battery lock (2) Battery bay (3) Battery release latch (4) Vents (7) (5) Service door Description Locks and unlocks the battery in the battery bay. Holds the battery. Releases the battery. Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 23
tablet or on the keyboard base. You may need the information when travelling internationally or when you contact support: (1): Serial number (2): Product number (3): Model number (4): Warranty period Using Windows, briefly press the fn+esc key combination to display the System Information screen - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 24
3 Illustrated parts catalog Computer major components NOTE: Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of warranty, are on the service tag at the bottom of your computer. See Locating system information on page 13 for details. 14 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 25
brackets, and hard drive connector cable). System board (includes replacement thermal material): Models with a hard drive and optical drive: AMD A8-6410 (2.0 GHz, 2 MB, L2, 1600MHz DDR3L, quad core, 15 W) for use in models with a hard drive and optical drive without Windows 8.1 785442-001 AMD - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 26
drive with Windows 8.1 Standard AMD E2-3000 1.65-GHz (1-MB L2, 1333MHz DDR3L dual core, 15 W) for use in models without Windows 8.1 781936-001 AMD E2-3000 1.65-GHz (1-MB L2, 1333MHz DDR3L dual core, 15 W) for use with Windows 781936-501 8.1 Standard AMD E1-2100 (1.0 GHz, 1 MB L2, 1333MHz DDR3L - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 27
) Component For use in models without an optical drive DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive (includes cable, bezel, bracket, and screws) Service door (part of the 2 rubber screws) Raw display panel, 15.6-in, BrightView, HD, LED, SVA, touchscreen Webcam/microphone module (includes adhesive) VGA - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 28
Smart AC adapter (nPFC, RC, 3-wire, 4.5 mm) Power cord (3-pin, black, 1.00-m) Screw Kit HDMI to VGA Adapter HP X3000 wireless mouse Mass storage devices Spare part number 741727-001 755530-001 776782-001 701943-001 684978-001 Item (1) (2) Component Spare part number Hard - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 29
(SATA, 7.0-mm; does not include hardware) HP X3000 wireless mouse WLAN Ralink RT3290LE 802.11 bgn Adapter for use on all computer models Display panel cable (includes (includes TouchPad button board (includes cable) 15.6-in, LED. HD, BrightView raw service door and wireless module compartment cover) Screw - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 30
AMD E2-3000 1.65-GHz processor (1-MB L2, 1333MHz DDR3L dual core, 15 W) for use in models with a 32 GB eMMC with Windows 8.1 Standard 15.6-in, LED, HD, BrightView display assembly (includes 2 rubber screw covers) System board with AMD A8-6410 processor (2.0 GHz, 2 MB, L2, 1600MHz DDR3L, quad core - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 31
Spare part number 785442-501 786679-001 790340-001 790340-501 Description System board with AMD A8-6410 processor (2.0 GHz, 2 MB, L2, 1600MHz DDR3L, quad core, 15 W) for use in models with a hard drive and optical drive with Windows 8.1 Standard Webcamera/microphone module, HD System board with AMD - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 32
need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screwdriver ● Magnetic screwdriver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers Service considerations The following sections include some of the considerations that you must keep in mind during disassembly and assembly - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 33
Cables and connectors CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed handling a drive, be sure that you are discharged of static electricity. While handling a drive, avoid touching the connector. Before removing a diskette drive or optical drive, be sure that a diskette or disc - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 34
touching an electronic component, discharge static electricity by using the guidelines described in this section. Avoid touching 000 V 12,000 V 6,000 V 2,000 V 11,500 V 14,500 V 26,500 V 21,000 V Relative humidity 40% 15,000 V 5,000 V 800 V 700 V 4,000 V 5,000 V 20,000 V 11,000 V 55% 7,500 V 3,000 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 35
removing items from their containers. ● Always be properly grounded when touching a component or assembly. ● Store reusable ESD-sensitive parts surface and use properly grounded tools and equipment. ● Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums. ● When fixtures - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 36
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 Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 37
program is not available in all locations. Installing a part not supported by the Customer Self-Repair program may void your warranty. Check your : Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of warranty, are on the service tag at the bottom of your computer - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 38
Battery Description 4 cell, 41-Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery 3 cell, 31 Wh, 2.8-Ah, Li-ion battery Spare part number 752237-001 776906-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 39
2. Reset the battery lock (2) to the locked position. Service door Description Service door is available with the plastics kit. 1. Using a small Phillips screwdriver, loosen the service door screws (1). 2. Lift the door (2). 3. Slide the service door (3) forward to remove. Spare part number 776781 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 40
power cord from the computer. 3. Disconnect all external devices from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28). 5. Remove the service door (see Service door on page 29). Remove the memory module: NOTE: Note the location of the memory module. If you are replacing it, install the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 41
message, remove the module to restore device functionality, and then contact technical support. Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the battery (see Battery on page 28). 5. Remove the service door (see Service door on page 29). 6. Locate the WLAN module (1). Remove - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 42
3. Remove the WLAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: If the WLAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WLAN module, the protective sleeves should be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following illustration. Reverse this procedure - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 43
Optical drive NOTE: The optical drive spare part kit includes a bezel and bracket. Description DVD±RW Double-Layer SuperMulti Drive (includes bezel, bracket, cable, and screws) Spare part number 779456-001 Before removing the optical drive, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. If you are - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 44
1. Remove the two Phillips screws from the optical drive (1) and remove the bracket (2). 2. Use an unbent paperclip and press in gently on the paper clip (1) and release from the tab (2) until the disc tray releases. Tilt the tray (3) and pull the bezel (4) to remove it. Reverse this procedure to - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 45
Keyboard NOTE: The keyboard spare part kit includes a keyboard cable. Description Keyboard for use in the United States Keyboard for use in Canada Spare part number 776778-001 776778-DB1 Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 46
4. Insert a thin tool or a keyboard push tool into the keyboard screw hole, and then press on the back of the keyboard until the keyboard disengages from the computer. 5. Turn the computer right-side up with the front toward you. 36 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self- - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 47
6. Gently slide your finger along the top edge of the keyboard to release the keyboard clips (1). Lift the rear edge of the keyboard (2), and then swing the keyboard up and forward until it rests upside down on the palm rest. 7. Release the ZIF connector (1) by lifting the connector tab to which the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 48
can damage the computer or void the warranty. Component replacement procedures NOTE: Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of warranty, are on the service tag at the bottom of your computer. See Locating system information on page 13 for details. This - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 49
These procedures are for replacing the display panel for HP Pavilion Notebook. For procedures to replace the HP Pavilion Notebook display assembly subcomponents, see Display assembly on page 67. Description Display bezel Display panel, raw (15.6 in HD WLED BrightView flat panel) Spare part number - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 50
(1) and disconnect the connector (2). Lift the panel (3) to remove it. Reverse this procedure to replace the panel. 40 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 51
the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Remove the service door (see Service door on page 29). c. Remove the WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Remove the memory module (see Memory module on page - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 52
2. Disconnect the power button cable (1) and the TouchPad cable (2). 3. Close the display and turn the computer upside down. 42 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 53
bottom of the computer. 5. Remove the additional three Phillips M2.0×1.5 screws from the optical drive bay (1) and the three Phillips M2.5×6.5 screws from under the service door (2). 6. Turn the computer over and open the display. Component replacement procedures 43 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 54
). ● USB/audio board, (see Hard drive on page 45). Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. 44 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 55
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 56
2. Lift the front of the hard drive (1) and slide the hard drive (2) forward . 46 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 57
3. Release the hard drive connector cable from the clips. NOTE: You will disconnect the hard drive connector cable from the system board when you remove the system board. 4. If it is necessary to disassemble the hard drive, perform the following steps: a. Remove the four Phillips M3.0×3.5 screws (1) - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 58
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 59
3. Remove the power button board (2) with cable (the cable was disconnected from the top cover when removing the top cover). Reverse this procedure to install the power button board. Component replacement procedures 49 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 60
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 61
4. Lift up and remove the TouchPad button board (3). Reverse this procedure to install the TouchPad button board. Component replacement procedures 51 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 62
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 63
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 64
3. Remove the eMMC board (3). Reverse this procedure to install the eMMC board. 54 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 65
with a hard drive and optical drive: AMD A8-6410 (2.0 GHz, 2 MB, L2, 1600MHz DDR3L, quad core, 15 W) for use in models with a hard drive and optical drive without Windows 8.1 AMD A8-6410 (2.0 GHz, 2 MB, L2, 1600MHz DDR3L, quad core, 15 W) for use in models with a hard drive and optical drive with - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 66
a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module ( Optical drive connector cable (4) USB/audio board cable 56 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 67
2. Remove the two Phillips M2.5×6.5 and M2.0×5.0 screws (1). Remove the bracket (2) that secures the power connector bracket to the base enclosure. 3. Remove the four Phillips M2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the system board to the base enclosure. 4. Lift the right side of the system board (2) until - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 68
the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, part number 732071-001. Reverse this procedure to install the system board. 58 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 69
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 70
2. Remove the RTC battery (2). Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery. When installing the RTC battery, make sure the "+" sign faces up. 60 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 71
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 72
4. Remove the fan (3) from the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the fan. 62 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 73
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 74
following illustration shows the replacement thermal material locations on a computer model equipped with a graphics subsystem with UMA memory. Thermal paste is the processor (1) and the fan/heat sink assembly section (2) that services it. 5. Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 75
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 76
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 77
this procedure to install the speaker. Display assembly Description Full display assembly, 15.6-in, BrightView, HD, LED, SVA, touchscreen Display bezel (includes 2 rubber screws) Raw display panel, 15.6-in, BrightView, HD, LED, SVA Webcamera/microphone module (includes adhesive) Webcamera/microphone - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 78
. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 28), and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 33). b. Service door (see Service door on page 29). c. WLAN module (see WLAN module on page 31). d. Memory module (see Memory module on page 30). e. Keyboard (see - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 79
a. Remove the two display bezel screw covers (1) and the two Phillips M2.5×5.0 screws (2) that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. The display bezel screw covers are included in the display bezel spare part kit, spare part number 676644-001, and in all display assembly subcomponent - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 80
Phillips M2.5×4.0 screws (1) and (2) that secure the hinges to the display enclosure. b. Remove the display hinge covers (2). 70 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 81
the display panel cable from the clips (1) and routing channel built into the display enclosure. b. Carefully release the cable from the channel guides (2) and remove the display panel cable (3). 8. If it is necessary to replace the wireless antenna cables and transceivers: a. Release the wireless - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 82
in the Antenna Kit, spare part number 776770-001. Reverse this procedure to install the display assembly. 72 Chapter 6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 83
Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) Setup Utility HP website. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regarding installing and troubleshooting - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 84
support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Click Updates and tune-ups, and then click Check for HP updates now. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions downloaded file from your hard drive. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 85
click Go. - or - Click Find Now to let HP automatically detect your product. 4. Select your computer model, and then select your operating system. 5. In the Diagnostic section, click HP UEFI Support Environment. - or - Click Download, and then select Run. Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) 75 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 86
humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating 19.5 V dc @ 2.31 - 45 W (select models only) 5°C to 35°C -20°C to 60°C 41°F to 95°F -4°F to 140°F 10% to 90% 5% to 95% -15 m to 3,048 m -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 10,000 ft -50 ft to 40,000 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 87
°F) *Size refers to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. Actual drive specifications may differ slightly. NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Contact support for details. Hard drive specifications 77 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 88
points and create backups of personal information. For more information and steps, see Help and Support. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support. Creating HP Recovery media HP Recovery Manager is a software program that offers a way to create recovery media after you - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 89
contact information from the HP website. Go to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. If you use see Help and Support. From the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support. ● If you need to correct a problem with a preinstalled - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 90
.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. IMPORTANT: HP Recovery Manager does not automatically provide backups of your personal data. Before beginning recovery, back up any personal data you wish to retain. Using the HP Recovery partition (select models - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 91
3. Select the optical drive or USB flash drive you want to boot from. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Removing the HP Recovery partition (select models only) HP Recovery Manager software allows you to remove the HP Recovery partition to free up hard drive space. IMPORTANT: After you remove the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 92
10 Power cord set requirements The wide-range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC, or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 93
be Type SPT-3 or equivalent, No. 18 AWG, 3-conductor. The wall plug 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 wall plug must bear a "T" mark and registration number in accordance with the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 94
dispose of the battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, see the - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 95
version 73 downloading an update 74 updating 73 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager 81 buttons left TouchPad 8 power 10 right TouchPad description 1 H hard drive product description 2 removal 45 spare part numbers 15, 18, 19, 45 specifications 77 hard drive connector cable illustrated 18 - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 96
HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) downloading 75 using 74 HP Recovery Manager correcting boot problems 81 starting 80 HP Recovery media creating 78 recovery 81 HP removal 35 spare part numbers 15, 19, 35 keypad, integrated recovery 80 model name 1 name 1 security 3 serviceability 3 video 2 wireless - HP Notebook - 15-f100dx | HP 15 Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 97
part number 29 serviceability, product description 3 slots memory card 6 security cable 6 speakers identifying 10 removal 66 spare part number 16, 19, 66 specifications computer 76 display 76 hard drive 77 supported discs recovery 78 system board removal 55 spare part numbers 15, 20, 55 system
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