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HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC Maintenance and Service Guide - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 2
to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 3
Revision history Revision A B Publication date August 2010 December 2010 Description ● Chapter 1 - added new descriptions for the following components: ◦ Hard drive ◦ Processor ◦ WLAN module ● Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 - added new spare part numbers and descriptions for the following components: ◦ - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 4
iv Revision history - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 5
the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 6
vi Safety warning notice - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 7
display assembly spare parts 28 Standard display assembly spare parts 29 Mass storage devices ...31 Miscellaneous parts ...33 Sequential part number listing 34 4 Removal and replacement procedures 44 Preliminary replacement requirements 44 Tools required ...44 Service considerations 44 vii - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 8
guidelines 47 Equipment guidelines 48 Component replacement procedures 49 Service tag ...49 Computer feet ...50 Battery ...51 Primary hard drive cover 52 Hard drive ...53 Secondary hard drive 55 WLAN module ...58 RTC battery ...61 Memory module ...62 Optical drive ...63 Keyboard ...65 Top cover - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 9
specifications 107 17.3-inch, HD+ BrightView display specifications 108 Hard drive specifications ...109 Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 110 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe specifications ........ 111 System DMA specifications ...112 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 10
9 Power cord set requirements 128 Requirements for all countries or regions 128 Requirements for specific countries or regions 129 10 Recycling ...130 Battery ...130 Display ...130 Index ...136 x - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 11
Category Product Name Processors Description HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 5000 through 5099 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 4000 through 4299 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC √ √ Intel® Core™ i7 processors Intel Quad Core i7-2820QM 2.30- √ GHz processor - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 12
Category Chipset Description HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 5000 through 5099 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 4000 through 4299 Intel Core i5-540M processor with √ 2.53-GHz, SC turbo up to 3.06-GHz, Dual 35W Intel Core i5-520M - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 13
Memory Description HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 5000 through 5099 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer customer-accessible/upgradeable √ √ SODIMM slots DDR3, 1333-MHz √ √ Supports dual-channel support √ √ Supports up to 8 GB of system RAM √ √ in the following - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 14
Category Hard drives Optical drives Description HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 5000 through 5099 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 4000 through 4299 Supports all Serial ATA (SATA) 9.5- √ √ mm/12.5-mm, 6.35-cm (2.50-in) hard drives Supports up to 2 hard drives - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 15
through 5099 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 4000 through 4299 Support for the following optical √ √ drives: ● DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe ● Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive Low-light VGA camera √ √ Fixed - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 16
devices Description HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 5000 through 5099 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer with USB) √ √ High-Definition Multimedia Interface √ √ (HDMI) v1.3 supporting 1080p and 1920x1080 at 60Hz and 1920x1200 at 60Hz DVI Mode Hot Plug/Unplug and - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 17
Security Operating system Serviceability Description HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 5000 through 5099 HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC, computer model 4000 through 4299 Dura-coat, Island style √ √ Mylar clickpad cover √ √ Clickpad √ √ TouchPad supports 2-way scrolling - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 18
2 Components Top components TouchPad Component TouchPad Function Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. To view or change the pointing device preferences: 1. Select Start > Devices and Printers. 2. Right-click the device representing the computer. 3. Select Mouse settings - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 19
TouchPad buttons Item 1 2 3 Description TouchPad On/Off button Left TouchPad button Right TouchPad button To view or change pointing device preferences: 1. Select Start > Devices and Printers. 2. Right-click the device representing your computer. 3. Select Mouse settings. Function Turns the - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 20
Lights Item Description 1 Caps Lock light 2 Power light 3 Volume Mute light 4 Wireless light 5 TouchPad light 6 Fingerprint Reader light Function On-The Caps Lock is on. ● On-The computer is on. ● Flashing-The computer is in Sleep. ● Off-The computer is off or in Hibernation. Amber-The - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 21
. Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password logon. This table describes the factory settings. For information about changing the factory settings, see Help and Support. Top components 11 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 22
Keys Item Description 1 esc key 2 fn key 3 Windows Logo key 4 Windows Applications key 5 Integrated numeric keypad 6 Function keys Function Press the esc and fn keys at the same time to display system information. Press the at the same time as a function key or the esc key to execute - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 23
computer is in Sleep. ● Off-The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● White-The hard disk drive is active. ● Amber-The hard disk drive is parked. Connect optional USB devices. Flashing-Accessing the optical drive. Reads optical discs and, on select models, writes to optical discs. ● On-The computer - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 24
a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Connects an optional high-performance eSATA component, such as an eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device. NOTE: Depending on the computer model, the computer might include only a USB port. Connects an - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 25
Battery bay 2 Battery Release latch 3 Vents (7) 4 Primary Hard Drive bay 5 Integrated subwoofer Function Holds the battery. Releases the battery from the battery hard drive, the memory module, and the WLAN module (select models only). CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 26
Display components Item Description 1 Internal microphones (2) 2 Webcam light 3 Webcam Function Record sound. On-The webcam is in use. Records video, and captures still photographs. 16 Chapter 2 Components - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 27
antennas free from obstructions. To review wireless regulatory notices, see the country-specific section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices chapter in Help and Support. Wireless antennas (select models only) 17 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 28
hardware components Item Description 1 Power cord* 2 AC adapter 3 Battery* Function Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. Converts AC power to DC power. Provides power when the computer is not connected to an external power source. * Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 29
3 Illustrated parts catalog 19 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 30
number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed. (4) Warranty period: This number describes the duration of the warranty period for the computer. (5) Model description: This is the alphanumeric identifier needed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 31
Computer major components Item (1) Description 17.3-in display assembly: For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: Spare part number 634867-001 Computer major components 21 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 32
with ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 graphics subsystems with discrete memory 603691-001 Processor (includes replacement thermal material): For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models: Intel Quad Core i7-2820QM 2.30-GHz processor (SC turbo up to 3.40-GHz), 45W 631254-001 (1600 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 33
with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: Intel Quad Core i7-840QM 1.86-GHz processor, SC turbo up to 3.06-GHz, 45W 612260-001 Intel Quad Core i7- -001 Optical drive connector 603680-001 USB board (includes cable) 605348-001 System board (includes replacement thermal material): - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 34
v.1.0 subwoofer 605322-001 Bluetooth module cable 605323-001 RTC battery 599516-001 Optical drive (includes bezel and bracket): Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 616978-001 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 605416-001 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 35
598859-001 2-GB memory module 598856-001 4-GB memory module 599092-001 Hard drive cable 605415-001 Subwoofer 605357-001 Battery: 9-cell, 93-Wh, 2.80-Ah Li-ion battery for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 640320-001 50xx computer models For use with all computer models: 9-cell - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 36
, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, USA, Uzbekistan, US Virgin Islands, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, Zimbabwe 593836-001 Hard drive: 26 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 37
cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models: 750-GB, 7200-rpm (includes - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 38
Display assembly components Flush glass display assembly spare parts Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Description Spare part number Display enclosure (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables and logo LED 605330-001 board and cable) Webcam/microphone module 603660-001 Display Hinge Kit ( - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 39
includes left and right hinges) Display panel (includes display panel cable) For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models Webcam/microphone module Display Cable Kit (includes display panel cable and Webcam cable - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 40
Item (8) Description Display enclosure For use only on computer models with black finish For use only with computer models with silver finish For use only with computer models with white finish Display Rubber Kit (not illustrated, includes display bezel rubber screw covers) Display Screw Kit (not - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 41
and bracket) Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 616978-001 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive 605416-001 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe 605417-001 Hard drive: For use with all computer models: 1-TB, 5400-rpm (includes left - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 42
4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) 603781-001 Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) 605415-001 For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models: 750-GB, 7200-rpm - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 43
and Hong Kong 490371-031 Remote control (full-function, with teletext) For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models: 599080-001 For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: 465541-004 Rubber Feet Kit 605644-001 DVB-T TV tuner 581222-001 DVB - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 44
module cable) DVB-T TV tuner DVB-T TV tuner antenna For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: Broadcom 4322 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models in Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada, Guinea - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 45
up to 3.06-GHz, 45W for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (select models only) Intel Dual Core i7-720QM 1.60-GHz processor, SC turbo up to 2.80-GHz, 45W for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (select models only) Full-function remote control - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 46
for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models 2-GB memory module 1-GB memory module 4-GB memory module RTC battery Broadcom 4313 802.11b drive cable Fan/heat sink assembly for use only with computer models equipped with graphics subsystems with UMA memory (includes replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 47
-001 605331-001 605332-001 605333-001 605334-001 605336-001 605337-001 Description 160-GB solid-state drive 320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 48
displays (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables and logo LED board and cable) Display enclosure for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models equipped with a standard display assembly with white finish (includes wireless antenna transceivers and cables and logo - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 49
, the United States, Uzbekistan, US Virgin Islands, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, Zimbabwe 250-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 50
use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (includes replacement thermal material) Intel Quad Core i7-840QM 1.86-GHz processor, SC turbo up to 3.06-GHz, 45W for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (includes replacement thermal material) 65-W HP Smart AC - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 51
, 7200-rpm hard drive (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) Intel Dual Core i3-380M processor with 2.53-GHz, 35W for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (includes replacement thermal material) Intel - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 52
Intel Quad Core i7-2630QM 2.00-GHz processor (SC turbo up to 2.90-GHz), 45W for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models (1600 MHz, 6-MB L2 cache; includes replacement thermal material) 500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive only for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 53
with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models (1066-MHz, 3 MB L3 cache; includes replacement thermal material) 17.3-inch HD+ Brightview display panel for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models 640-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 54
from the work area to prevent damage. Plastic parts CAUTION: Using excessive force during disassembly and reassembly can damage plastic parts. Use care when handling the plastic parts. Apply pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance instructions. 44 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 55
servicing or replaced. Handle flex cables with extreme care; these cables tear easily. Drive handling CAUTION: Drives are fragile drives from any height onto any surface. After removing a hard drive, an optical drive, or a diskette drive, place it in a static-proof bag. Avoid exposing a hard drive - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 56
have occurred. An electronic device exposed to ESD may not be affected at all and can work perfectly throughout a normal cycle. Or the device may function normally for a while, then 55% 7,500 V 3,000 V 400 V 400 V 2,000 V 3,500 V 7,000 V 5,000 V 46 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 57
a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface and use properly grounded tools and equipment. ● Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and and input signals before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment. Preliminary replacement requirements 47 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 58
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 Voltage protection level 1,500 V 7,500 V 5,000 V 48 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 59
be removed, replaced, or loosened when servicing the computer. Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement. Service tag When ordering the alphanumeric identifier needed to locate documents, drivers, and support for the computer. Component replacement procedures 49 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 60
Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Rubber Feet Kit, spare part number 605644-001. There are 4 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the locations illustrated below. 50 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 61
9-cell, 93-Wh, 2.80-Ah Li-ion battery for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models For use with all computer models: 9-cell, 93-Wh, 2.80-Ah Li-ion battery for use with all computer models 6-cell, 62-Wh, 2.80-Ah Li-ion battery for use with all computer models 6-cell, 55 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 62
hard drive cover: 1. Loosen the five Phillips PM2.5×6.0 captive screws (1) that secure the primary hard drive cover to the computer. 2. Lift the primary hard drive cover (2) away from the computer. Reverse this procedure to install the primary hard drive cover. 52 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 63
Hard Drive Hardware Kit (not illustrated, includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) 605415-001 For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC tab, 4 605606-001 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) Component replacement procedures 53 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 64
sliding it to the left (2), and then remove the hard drive (3) from the computer. 3. If it is necessary to replace the hard drive bracket or any of the hard drive bracket components, remove the following: ● (1) Hard drive adapter cable ● (2) Four rubber isolators ● (3) Four Phillips PM3.0×3.5 screws - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 65
001 Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes left and right bracket rails, connector cable, Mylar cover 605415-001 with tab, 4 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC cover with tab, 4 634638-001 screws, and 4 rubber isolators) Component replacement procedures 55 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 66
For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: 640 battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). Remove the secondary hard drive: 1. Remove the four hard drive screws (1). 56 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 67
2. Disconnect the hard drive by sliding it to the left (2), and then remove the hard drive (3) from the computer. Reverse this procedure to install the secondary hard drive. Component replacement procedures 57 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 68
HS Combo Adapter for use only 630705-001 with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: Broadcom 4322 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN , Suriname, and the United States 582564-001 58 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 69
or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. Component replacement procedures 59 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 70
computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the primary hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). Remove the WLAN module: CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 71
primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). Remove the RTC battery: ▲ Remove the RTC battery from the socket on the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery. Be sure that the RTC battery is installed with the "+" sign facing up. Component replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 72
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). Remove the memory module: 1. Spread procedure to install the memory module. 62 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 73
(see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). Remove the optical drive: 1. Position the computer with the front toward you. 2. Remove the Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screw (1) that secures the optical drive to the computer. Component replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 74
3. Remove the optical drive (2). Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the optical drive. 64 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 75
the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). battery bay) to the right. 3. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you, and open the computer as far as possible. Component replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 76
which the keyboard cable is connected and disconnect the cable (2) from the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard. 66 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 77
Description Spare part number Top cover with aluminum finish for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models (includes fingerprint reader) 634259-001 For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: For use only with computer models with silver finish - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 78
2.5×2.0 screws (in the optical drive bay) ● 2 Phillips 2.5×1.5 screws (in secondary hard drive bay) ● 3 Phillips 2.5×6.5 screws (battery bay) 4. Turn the computer display-side up, with the front toward you. 5. Open the computer as far as possible. 68 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 79
6. Remove 2 Phillips 2.5×6.5 screws (under keyboard). 7. Disconnect the fingerprint reader ribbon cable (1), TouchPad ribbon cable (2), and power button ribbon cable (3) from the system board. Component replacement procedures 69 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 80
8. Lift the top cover (1) and remove from the computer (2). Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. 70 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 81
battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the hard drive (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). 7. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive secure the power button board to the top cover. Component replacement procedures 71 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 82
3. Remove the power button board (2) and cable. Reverse this procedure to install the power button board. 72 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 83
Display assembly Description For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: HD+ AntiGlare display assembly with webcam and 2 microphones for use on computer models equipped with a flush glass display assembly HD - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 84
when removing the following screws. Failure to support the display assembly can result in damage to the display assembly and other computer components. 2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the display assembly to the computer. 74 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 85
steps 18 through 29 for component removal information for computer models equipped with a standard display assembly. 4. If it is necessary to replace the display enclosure or any of the display assembly internal components, remove the following screw covers and screws: (1) Two rubber screw covers - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 86
assembly, and then remove the cover (2). The hinge cover is available using spare part number 605336-001. 11. If it is necessary to replace the webcam/microphone module, remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screw (1) that secures the module to the display bezel. 12. Release the webcam/microphone module - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 87
display panel. The display panel cable is available in the Display Cable Kit using spare part number 605333-001. 15. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the six Phillips PM2.5×5.0 screws (1) that secure the display hinges to the top of the display panel. 16. Remove the four - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 88
with a standard display assembly. See steps 4 through 17 for component removal information for computer models equipped with a flush glass display assembly. 78 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 89
18. If it is necessary to replace the display bezel or any of the display assembly internal components, remove the following screw covers and screws: (1) sides (2), and the bottom edge of the display bezel (3) until the bezel disengages from the display enclosure. Component replacement procedures 79 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 90
using spare part numbers 635501-001 (for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models) and 605337-001 (for use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models). 25. If it is necessary to replace the display hinges, remove the two Phillips PM2.0×3.0 screws (1) that - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 91
webcam/microphone module, lift the module (1) and then disconnect the module cable (2). The webcam/microphone module is available using spare part number 603660-001. Component replacement procedures 81 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 92
in the Display Cable Kit using spare part number 605333-001. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly. 82 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 93
System board NOTE: The system board spare kit includes replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number With ATI Mobility Radeon HD 6550 discrete graphics subsystem, 1-GB and 512-MB of dedicated memory (Dual Core) and v.1.0 subwoofer 609787-001 Component replacement procedures 83 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 94
(see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). b. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 95
then lift the system board to the right and up and out of the base enclosure (3). Reverse this procedure to install the system board. Component replacement procedures 85 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 96
the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 97
module cable is available using spare part number 605323-001. Description For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 50xx computer models For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models Spare part number 630813-001 537921-001 Before removing the Bluetooth module, follow - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 98
c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 63). d. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 65). e. Top cover (see Top cover on page 67). f. Display assembly ( and remove the module (2) from the computer. Reverse this procedure to install the Bluetooth module. 88 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 99
the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). 7. Remove the secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). 8. Remove the optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 100
hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on page 63). d. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 65). 90 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 101
secure the optical drive connector to the base enclosure. 2. Remove the optical drive connector (2) . Reverse this procedure to install the optical drive connector. Subwoofer AC adapter from the computer. 4. Remove the battery (see Battery on page 51). Component replacement procedures 91 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 102
hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive the subwoofer. 92 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 103
the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 104
sink assembly NOTE: The fan/heat sink assembly spare kit includes replacement thermal material. Description For use only with computer models equipped with temperatures, system power consumption, power management/battery conservation configurations, battery fast charging, and software requirements. - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 105
the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 106
contact (3) and Northbridge chip (4), the graphics/heat sink contact (5) and graphics subsystem chip (6), and graphics/heat sink contact (7) and capacitors (8). Replacement thermal material is included with all fan/heat sink assembly, system board, and processor spare part kits. 4. Turn the system - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 107
(1) and the processor (2). Thermal pads are used on the Northbridge contact (3) and Northbridge chip (4).. Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly. Component replacement procedures 97 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 108
MHz, 6-MB L2 cache) For use only with HP Pavilion dv7 Notebook PC 40xx computer models: Intel Quad Core i7-840QM 1.86-GHz processor, SC turbo up to 3.06-GHz, 45W Intel Quad Core i7-820QM 1.73-GHz processor, SC turbo up to 3. -001 613587-001 613586-001 98 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 109
the battery (see Battery on page 51). 5. Remove the primary hard drive cover (see Primary hard drive cover on page 52). 6. Remove the following components: a. Hard drive (see Hard drive on page 53). b. Secondary hard drive (see Secondary hard drive on page 55). c. Optical drive (see Optical drive on - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 110
the processor must be aligned with the triangle icon (4) embossed on the processor socket. Reverse this procedure to install the processor. 100 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 111
utility is used even when the Windows operating system is not working. NOTE: The fingerprint reader (select models only) cannot be turning on or restarting the computer. When the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu screen appears, press the f10 key. - or - Open Setup Utility by turning on or - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 112
on or restarting the computer. When the Press the ESC key for Startup Menu screen appears, press the esc key. When the Startup Menu appears, press the Utility Because Setup Utility is not Windows-based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and selections are by keystroke. To navigate Setup - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 113
appears, press the f10 key. 2. Use the arrow keys to select Exit > Load Setup Defaults, and then press the enter key. 3. When the Setup Confirmation screen appears, press the enter key. 4. To save the change and exit Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 114
Setup Utility menus The menu tables provide an overview of Setup Utility options. NOTE: Some of the Setup Utility menu items might not be supported by the computer. Main menu Select System information Function ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about the - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 115
System Configuration menu Select Language Support Virtualization Technology (select models only) LAN ◦ Notebook Hard Drive ◦ Internal CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key/USB Hard Drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Function Primary Hard Disk - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 116
: 3.18 to 3.58 cm DF (IMR): 3.30 to 3.70 cm Weight (with optical drive, hard drive, and battery) Flush glass display: 3.63 kg Standard display: 3.41 kg DF (IMR): 3.25 kg Second hard drive adds: 0.11 kg Camera adds: 0.005 kg Input power Operating voltage 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W Operating - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 117
Metric U.S. Nonoperating -15 m to 12,192 m -50 ft to 40,000 ft NOTE: Applicable product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 17.3-inch, HD+ flush glass AntiGlare display specifications Dimensions Height - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 118
17.3-inch, HD+ BrightView display specifications Dimensions Height Width Diagonal Number of colors Contrast ratio Brightness Pitch resolution Pitch Format Configuration Backlight Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle Metric U.S. 23.3 cm 39.8 cm 43.9 cm Up to 16.8 million 200:1 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 119
to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. **1 GB = 1 billion bytes when referring to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Contact technical support for details. Hard drive specifications - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 120
Blu-ray ROM with LightScribe DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive Applicable disc Access time Random Cache buffer Data transfer rate 24X CD-ROM 8X DVD 24X CD-R 16X CD-RW 8X DVD+R 4X DVD+RW - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 121
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe specifications Applicable disc Standard disc Mini disc Access time Random Full stroke Cache buffer KB/sec 6,750 KB/sec Multiword DMA Mode DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe specifications 111 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 122
3B42 Intel 5 Series 4 Port SATA AHCI Controller Intel® 5 Series/3400 Chipset Family USB Enhanced Host Controller - 3B34 High Definition Audio Controller HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470 Intel WiFi Link 1000 BGN 112 Chapter 6 Specifications - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 123
-3B42 Intel 5 Series 4 Port SATA AHCI Controller - 3B29 Intel Turbo Boost Technology Driver Intel 5 Series/3400 Chipset Family USB Enhanced Host Controller - 3B34 High Definition Audio Controller HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System Relatek PCIe GBE Family Controller ATI - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 124
5 Series/3400 Chipset Family PCI Express Root Port 1 -3B42 Intel Turbo Boost Technology Driver Intel 5 Series/3400 Chipset Family USB Enhanced Host Controller - 3B34 High Definition Audio Controller HP Mobile Data Protection Sensor Microsoft ACPI-Compliant System Intel Graphics Media Accelerator HD - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 125
System I/O address 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 70 - 77 80 81 - 91 92 93-9F A0 - A1 A4 - A5 System function (shipping configuration) DMA Controller Channel 0-3 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 126
I/O address (hex) A8 - A9 AC - AD B0 - B1 B2 - B3 B4 - B5 B8 - B9 BC - BD C0 - DF F0 380 - 38E 3B0 - 3BB 3C0 - 3DF 400 - 47F 4D0 - 4D1 500 - 57F 680 - 69F 800 - 80F 810 - 817 820 - 823 D00 - FFFF 164E - 164F 2000 - 2FFF 3000 - 3FFF 4000 - 401F 4020 - 403F 4040 - 4047 4048 - 404F 4050 - 4057 4058 - - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 127
System memory map specifications Size 640 KB 128 KB 48 KB 160 KB 64 KB 15 MB 58 MB 58 MB 2 MB 4 GB 64 KB Memory address 00000000-0009FFFF 000A0000-000BFFFF 000C0000-000CBFFF 000C8000-000E7FFF 000E8000-000FFFFF 00100000-00FFFFFF 04800000-07FFFFFF 04800000-07FFFFFF 08000000-080FFFFF 08200000- - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 128
current backup. Tools provided by the operating system and HP Recovery Manager software are designed to help you with driver (Recovery Manager software feature)-This feature helps you reinstall a program or driver works from a dedicated recovery partition (select models only) on the hard drive or - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 129
include an internal optical drive, use an optional external optical drive (purchased separately) to create recovery discs, or purchase recovery discs from the HP website. Before creating Recovery Manager > Recovery Disc Creation. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. Creating recovery discs 119 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 130
active window, press alt+fn+prt sc. To copy the entire screen, press fn+prt sc. 3. Open a word-processing document, and then select Edit > Paste. 4. Save the document. ● Back up your information to an optional external hard drive, a network drive, or discs. ● When backing up to discs, use any of the - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 131
> Backup and Restore. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature Support. Using system restore points When backing up your system, you are creating a system restore point. A system restore point saves and names a snapshot of the hard drive - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 132
System Protection tab. 4. Click System Restore. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Performing a recovery NOTE: Recover only files that you have previously backed up. HP recommends using HP Recovery Manager to create a set of recovery discs (entire drive backup) as soon as you set up the computer - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 133
partitions, select Start > Computer. If the partition is present, an HP recovery drive is listed in the Hard Disk Drives section of the window. On some models, a recovery from the partition can be performed on the hard drive. This restores the computer to its factory condition. To restore the - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 134
8 Connector pin assignments Audio-in (microphone) Pin 1 2 3 Audio-out (headphone) Signal Audio signal in Audio signal in Ground Pin Signal 1 Audio out, left channel 2 Audio out, right channel 3 Ground 124 Chapter 8 Connector pin assignments - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 135
External monitor Pin Signal 1 Red analog 2 Green analog 3 Blue analog 4 Not connected 5 Ground 6 Ground analog 7 Ground analog 8 Ground analog 9 +5 VDC 10 Ground 11 Monitor detect 12 DDC 2B data 13 Horizontal sync 14 Vertical sync 15 DDC 2B clock External monitor 125 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 136
HDMI Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Signal TMDS data 2+ TMDS data 2 shield TMDS data 2- TMDS data 1+ TMDS data 1 shield TMDS data 1- TMDS data 0+ TMDS data 0 shield TMDS data 0- TMDS clock+ TMDS clock shield TMDS clockCEC Not connected DDC clock DDC data Ground +5V power Hot - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 137
RJ-45 (network) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Universal Serial Bus Signal Transmit + Transmit Receive + Unused Unused Receive Unused Unused Pin Signal 1 +5 VDC 2 Data - 3 Data + 4 Ground RJ-45 (network) 127 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 138
9 Power cord set requirements The wide range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 139
Requirements for specific countries or regions Country or region Accredited agency Applicable note number Australia EANSW 1 Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBC 1 Canada CSA 2 Denmark DEMKO 1 Finland FIMKO 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 Italy IMQ 1 Japan METI 3 The Netherlands - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 140
battery in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery them carefully. NOTE: Materials Disposal. This HP product contains mercury in the backlight in the .eiae.org. This section provides disassembly instructions for the display assembly. The display - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 141
Perform the following steps to disassemble the display assembly: 1. Remove all screw covers (1) and screws (2) that secure the display bezel to the display assembly. 2. Lift up and out on the left and right inside edges (1) and the top and bottom inside edges (2) of the display bezel until the bezel - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 142
4. Disconnect all display panel cables (1) from the display inverter and remove the inverter (2). 5. Remove all screws (1) that secure the display panel assembly to the display enclosure. 6. Remove the display panel assembly (2) from the display enclosure. 7. Turn the display panel assembly upside - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 143
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. Display 133 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 144
15. Remove the backlight cables (1) from the clip (2) in the display panel. 16. Turn the display panel upside down. 17. Remove the backlight frame from the display panel. WARNING! The backlight contains mercury. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 145
18. Remove the backlight from the backlight frame. 19. Disconnect the display cable (1) from the LCD panel. 20. Remove the screws (2) that secure the LCD panel to the display rear panel. 21. Release the LCD panel (3) from the display rear panel. 22. Release the tape (4) that secures the LCD panel to - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 146
removal 51 spare part numbers 25, 35, 43, 51 battery bay, identifying 15 battery release latch, identifying 15 bays battery 15 primary hard drive 15 Blu-ray Disc ROM Drive precautions 45 specifications 110 Blu-ray ROM DVD±R/RW SuperMulti DL Drive with LightScribe, spare part number 39 Blu-ray ROM - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 147
43, 53 specifications 109 hard drive cable, spare part number 25 Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare part number 27, 32, 39, 53, 55 hard drive self test 105 HDMI 12 Windows logo 12 L LAN Power Saving 105 language support 105 latch, battery release 15 lights caps lock 10 mute 10 power 10 TouchPad - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 148
cards 6 graphics 3 hard drives 4 keyboard 6 memory module 3 microphone 5 operating system 7 optical drives 4 pointing device 6 ports 6 power requirements 7 processors 1 product name 1 security 7 serviceability 7 webcam 5 wireless 5 product name 1 R recovering a program or driver 118 recovering from - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 149
Drive 111 hard drive 109 I/O addresses 115 interrupts 112, 113, 114 memory map 117 optical drive 110, 111 system DMA 112 starting Setup Utility 101 static-shielding materials 48 subwoofer removal 91 spare part number 25, 39 supported number 42 thermal material, replacement 96, 97 tools required 44 - HP Pavilion dv7 | HP Pavilion dv7 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Gui - Page 150
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