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Guide HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PCs Document Part Number: 389608-001 August 2005 This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining and servicing the notebook. It provides comprehensive information on identifying notebook features, components, and spare parts; troubleshooting - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 2
and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. Maintenance and Service Guide HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PCs First Edition August 2005 Document Part Number - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 3
1.2 Resetting the Notebook 1-4 1.3 Power Management 1-5 1.4 External Components 1-6 1.5 Design Overview 1-22 2 Troubleshooting 2.1 Computer Setup 2-1 2.2 Troubleshooting Flowcharts 2-7 3 Software Update and Recovery 3.1 Software Updates 3-1 3.2 System Recovery 3-6 4 Illustrated Parts Catalog - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 4
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.1 Serial Number 6-1 6.2 Disassembly Sequence Chart 6-2 6.3 Preparing the Notebook for Disassembly 6-4 6.4 Hard Drive 6-6 6.5 Notebook Feet 6-9 6.6 Bluetooth Board 6-10 6.7 Memory Module 6-12 6.8 Optical Drive 6-14 6.9 Switch Cover 6-16 6.10 Power Button - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 5
1 Product Description The HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PCs offer advanced modularity, AMD Turion™ 64 mobile technology and Mobile AMD Sempron™ processors, and extensive multimedia support. HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PCs Maintenance and Service Guide 1-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 6
million colors ■ 80-, 60-, 40-, or 30-GB high-capacity hard drive, varying by notebook model ■ 256-MB DDR PC2700 synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) at 333 MHz, expandable to 2.0 GB ■ Microsoft® Windows® XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional, varying by notebook model 1-2 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 7
Type II PC Card slot, with support for both 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards, varying by notebook model ■ External 65-watt AC adapter with 3-wire power cord, varying by notebook model ■ 6-cell Li-Ion battery pack ■ Stereo speakers ✎ The following features are available only on HP Compaq nx6125 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 8
(network) ❏ IEEE 1394 ❏ Travel battery ❏ Digital Media Slot (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) ❏ S-Video-out (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) ❏ Docking connector (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) 1.2 Resetting the Notebook If the notebook you are servicing has an unknown password, follow these steps to clear - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 9
minutes. 4. Replace the RTC battery and reassemble the notebook. 5. Connect AC power to the notebook. Do not reinsert any battery packs at this time. 6. Turn on the notebook. All passwords and all CMOS settings have been cleared. 1.3 Power Management The notebook comes with power management features - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 10
Wireless light On: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless LAN device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is turned on. Power/standby light Green: The notebook is on. Blinking green: The notebook is in standby mode. Off: The notebook is off or in hibernation. 1-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 11
battery reaches a low-battery condition. IDE (Integrated Drive Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is Electronics) drive light being accessed. Display release latch Opens the notebook. Speakers (2) Produce system sound. 6-in-1 Digital Media Slot (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Supports - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 12
Product Description The external components on the right side of the notebook are shown below and described in Table 1-2. Right-Side Components 1-8 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 13
Product Description Item 1 2 Table 1-2 Right-Side Components Component Function Optical drive Holds an optical disc. RJ-11 (modem) jack Connects a modem cable. Maintenance and Service Guide 1-9 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 14
Product Description The external components on the left side of the notebook are shown below and described in Table 1-3. Left-Side Components cool internal components. Ä To prevent overheating, do not obstruct vents. Using the notebook on a soft surface, such as a pillow, blanket, rug, or thick - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 15
, or television audio. PC Card slot Supports optional Type I or Type II PC Cards. ExpressCard slot (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Suppports optional ExpressCard/54 or ExpressCard/34 cards. PC Card slot eject button Ejects the PC Card from the PC Card slot. Maintenance and Service Guide 1-11 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 16
Product Description The external components on the rear panel of the notebook are shown below and described in Table 1-4. Rear Panel Components 1-12 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 17
MultiBay II to the notebook. The MultiBay II must be connected to an external power source. S-Video-out jack (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Connects an optional S-Video device such as a television, VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture card. Maintenance and Service Guide 1-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 18
Product Description The standard keyboard components of the notebook are shown below and described in Table 1-5. Standard Keyboard Components Item 1 2 3 Table 1-5 Standard Keyboard functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the esc key. 1-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 19
menu for items beneath the pointer. Arrow keys Moves the cursor around the screen. Keypad keys Can be used like the keys on an external numeric keypad. num lock key Enables numeric lock, turns on the embedded numeric keypad, and turns on the num lock light. Maintenance and Service Guide 1-15 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 20
button to exit standby. In hibernation, briefly press the button to exit hibernation. If the notebook has stopped responding and Microsoft Windows shutdown procedures cannot be used, press the power/standby button and hold for 5 seconds to turn off the notebook. 1-16 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 21
the embedded numeric keypad is enabled. Volume mute button (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Mutes system sound. Volume down button (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Decreases system sound. Volume up button (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Increases system sound. Maintenance and Service Guide 1-17 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 22
Product Description The notebook TouchPad components are shown below and described in Table 1-7. TouchPad Components 1-18 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 23
Left and right TouchPad buttons Function like the left and right buttons on an external mouse. Fingerprint reader HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of using a password. TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls upward or downward. Maintenance and Service Guide 1-19 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 24
latch Secures the primary battery pack into the battery bay. Docking connector (HP Compaq nx6125 models only) Connects the notebook to an optional HP Advanced Docking Station or HP Docking Station. Travel battery connector Connects an optional travel battery. 1-20 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 25
Item 5 6 7 Table 1-8 Bottom Components (Continued) Component Function Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slots. Hard drive bay Holds the hard drive. Primary battery release latch Releases the primary battery pack from the battery bay. Maintenance and Service Guide 1-21 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 26
Catalog," to identify replacement parts, and Chapter 6, "Removal and Replacement Procedures," for disassembly steps. The system board provides the following device connections: ■ AMD Turion 64 MT, Turion 64 ML, and Mobile AMD Sempron processors ■ Audio ■ Display ■ Hard drive ■ Keyboard and TouchPad - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 27
notebook restarts the operating system after you exit Computer Setup. ✎ Pointing devices are not supported in Computer Setup; you must use the keyboard to navigate and make selections. The menu tables later in this chapter provide an overview of Computer Setup options. Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 28
, use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set when you exit Computer Setup and take effect when the notebook restarts. Computer Setup Defaults To return all settings in Computer Setup to the values that were set - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 29
Troubleshooting 4. To confirm the restoration, press f10. 5. Select File > Save changes and exit, and then follow the instructions on the screen. information about the notebook and any battery packs in the system. ■ View specification information about the processor, memory and cache size, - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 30
Restore embedded security chip to factory settings. ■ Enable/Disable power-on authentication support. ■ Enable/Disable automatic DriveLock. ■ Reset power-on authentication credential ✎ Embedded Security settings are accessible only if the notebook is equipped with an embedded security chip. ■ Enable - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 31
the Tools Menu Troubleshooting Select HDD Self Test options Battery Information Memory Check Table 2-3 Tools Menu To Do This Run a quick or comprehensive self-test on any hard drive in the system. View information about any battery packs in the notebook. ■ Run a self-test on memory modules in the - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 32
support is enabled ❐ A USB keyboard, mouse, and hub work even when a Windows operating system is not loaded. ❐ The notebook starts from a bootable hard drive, diskette drive diskette, or CD, CD-RW, or DVD inserted into a drive connected by a USB connector to the notebook or to an optional docking - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 33
No Operating System (OS) Loading" 2.10 "Flowchart 2.10-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 1" 2.11 "Flowchart 2.11-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 2" 2.12 "Flowchart 2.12-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 3" 2.13 "Flowchart 2.13-No OS Loading, Diskette Drive" Maintenance and Service Guide 2-7 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 34
Troubleshooting Table 2-5 Troubleshooting Flowcharts Overview (Continued) Flowchart Description 2.14 "Flowchart 2.14-No OS Loading, Optical Drive" 2.15 "Flowchart 2.15-No Audio, Part 1" 2.16 "Flowchart 2.16-No Audio, Part 2" 2.17 "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device" 2.18 "Flowchart 2. - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 35
? Y N Is there sound? Y Check LED board, speaker connections. Y Go to "Flowchart 2.6-No Video, Part 1." Go to Y "Flowchart 2.9-No Operating System (OS) Loading." Y Go to "Flowchart 2.15-No Audio, Part 1." N All drives working? N Keyboard/ pointing device working? N Connecting to network - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 36
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.2-No Power, Part 1 No power (power LED is off). Remove from docking device (if applicable). N Power up on battery power? Y Reset power.* N Power up on battery power? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.3-No Power, Part 2." N Power up on AC power? Y Reset power.* N Power up on - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 37
in battery socket and clean if necessary. Y Power on? Done N Check battery by recharging it, moving it to another notebook, or replacing it. N Power on? Y Replace power supply (if applicable). N Done Power on? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.4-No Power, Part 3." Done Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 38
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.4-No Power, Part 3 Continued from "Flowchart 2.3-No Power, Part 2." Plug directly into AC outlet. Y Power LED on? N Reseat AC adapter in notebook and at power source. Y Power on? N N Power outlet active? Y Replace power cord. Y Power on? N Done Done Try different - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 39
Replace the following items (if applicable). Check notebook operation after each replacement: 1. Internal DC-DC converter* 2. Internal AC adapter 3. Processor board* 4. System board* *NOTE: Replace these items as a set to prevent shorting out among components. Maintenance and Service Guide 2-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 40
the following one at a time. Test after each replacement. 1. Cable between notebook and notebook display (if applicable) 2. Display 3. System board N Video OK? Y Try another display. N Internal and external video OK? Y Replace system board. Done Done 2-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 41
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.7-No Video, Part 2 Continued from "Flowchart 2.6-No Video, Part 1." Remove notebook from docking device, if connected. Adjust display brightness. Check brightness of external monitor. N Y Go to "A" in Video OK? "Flowchart Video OK? Done 2.6-No Video, Part 1." - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 42
, reset all internal parts, and replace any damaged items in docking device. Reinstall notebook into docking device. Y Docking device Done operating? N Done Replace the following docking device components one at a time. Check notebook operation after each replacement. 1. Power supply - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 43
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.9-No Operating System (OS) Loading No OS loading.* Reset power cord in docking device and power outlet. No OS loading from hard drive, go to "Flowchart 2.10-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 1." No OS loading from diskette drive, go to "Flowchart 2.13-No OS Loading, - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 44
2.11-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 2." Done N Boot from diskette? Y Change boot priority through the Setup utility and reboot. N Boot from hard drive? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.13-No OS Loading, Diskette Drive." Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device." 2-18 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 45
? Y Y Notebook booted? N Go to "Flowchart 2.12-No OS Loading, Hard Drive, Part 3." Create partition, and then format hard drive to bootable C:\ prompt. Format hard drive and bring to a bootable C:\ prompt. Load OS using Operating System disc (if applicable). Maintenance and Service Guide 2-19 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 46
sectors be fixed? Y Clean virus. Y OS loading from hard drive? N Y Diagnostics on diskette? N Replace hard drive. Run diagnostics and follow recommendations. N Fix bad sectors. Boot from hard drive? Replace hard drive. Y Done Replace hard drive. Done 2-20 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 47
1. Replace diskette drive. 2. Replace system board. N Y Reset the notebook. Refer to OS loading? Done Section 1.2, "Resetting the N Notebook," for instructions. Change boot priority using the Setup utility. Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device." Maintenance and Service Guide 2-21 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 48
? Y Done Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device." Y Reset the notebook. Booting order correct? N Refer to Section 1.2, "Resetting the Notebook," for instructions. Go to "Flowchart 2.17-Nonfunctioning Device." Correct boot order using the Setup utility. 2-22 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 49
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.15-No Audio, Part 1 No audio. Y Turn up audio internally or Audio? Done externally. N Y Notebook in docking device (if applicable)? N Go to "Flowchart 2.16-No Audio, Part 2." Undock N Internal audio? Y Go to "Flowchart 2.16-No Audio, Part 2." Replace the - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 50
Troubleshooting Flowchart 2.16-No Audio, Part 2 Continued from "Flowchart 2.15-No Audio, Part 1." N Audio driver in OS configured? Y Reload audio drivers. N Correct drivers for application? Y Load drivers and set configuration in OS. Connect to external speaker. N Replace audio Y board - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 51
bent or broken pins or other damage. Clear CMOS. Reattach device. Close notebook, plug in power, and reboot. N Device boots properly? Y Y Any physical device detected? N Replace hard drive. Replace NIC. If integrated NIC, replace system board. Fix or replace broken item. Go to "Flowchart 2.9-No - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 52
operating properly. Connect notebook to good external keyboard. N External device works? Y Replace system board. Reseat internal keyboard connector (if applicable). N OK? Y Replace internal keyboard or cable. Y Done OK? Done N Replace system board. 2-26 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 53
. Connect notebook to good external pointing device. N External device works? Y Replace system board. Reseat internal pointing device connector (if applicable). N OK? Y Replace internal pointing device or cable. Y Done OK? Done N Replace system board. Maintenance and Service Guide 2-27 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 54
nondigital line. N Y NIC/modem configured Reload drivers and OK? Done in OS? reconfigure. Y N Disconnect all power from the notebook and open. Reseat NIC/modem (if applicable). Replace NIC/modem (if applicable). Y OK? Done N Replace system board. 2-28 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 55
the time and date. 2. Access the updates through the HP Web site (http://www.hp.com) or the Support Software CD (purchased separately). For information about obtaining the Support Software CD, refer to "Obtaining the Support Software CD." 3. Install the updates. Maintenance and Service Guide 3-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 56
of the screen. 2. Use the arrow keys to select File > System Information, and then press enter. ROM date information is displayed. 3. To exit Computer Setup, use the arrow keys to select File > Ignore changes and exit. Then follow the instructions on the screen. 3-2 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 57
the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a ROM update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. During the download and installation: ■ Do not disconnect - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 58
this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to your hard drive. b. Follow the instructions on the screen to download your selection to the hard drive. ✎ Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the ROM package will be downloaded. You may need to - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 59
by following the instructions on the screen. ✎ After a message on the screen reports a successful installation, you may delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. Downloading Other Software To download and install software other than a ROM update: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 60
2. Follow the instructions on the screen to find the software you want to update. 3. At the download area, select the software you want and follow the download instructions on the Web page. ✎ Make a note of the path to the location on your hard drive where the ROM package will be downloaded. You may - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 61
Update available for recovery through Windows. By default, Local Recovery hard drive. For more information on configuring and using Altiris Local Recovery, visit the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/easydeploy, or open the software and click Help on the menu bar. Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 62
files and settings. It is recommended that you manually create restore points ■ Before you add or Support. 2. Click System Restore. The System Restore window opens. 3. Click Create a restore point, and then click Next. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. 3-8 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 63
it was functioning optimally: 1. Select Start > Help and Support. 2. Click System Restore. The System Restore window opens. 3. Click Restore my computer to an earlier time, and then click Next. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Reinstalling Applications Applications preinstalled or preloaded on - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 64
Software Update and Recovery Reinstalling Applications from the Hard Drive To reinstall a preloaded application or utility from your hard drive: 1. Select Start > All Programs > Software Setup, and then follow the instructions on the screen. 2. When you are prompted to select the software you want - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 65
Software Update and Recovery 1. Connect the computer to external power through the AC adapter and turn on the computer. 2. Immediately insert the Operating System disc into the computer. 3. Press and hold the power/standby button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. 4. Press the power/ - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 66
MultiBay. 1. Connect the computer to external power through the AC adapter and turn on the computer. 2. Immediately insert the Operating System disc into the computer. 3. Press and hold the power/standby button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer. 3-12 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 67
Software Update and Recovery 4. Press the power/standby drive deletes all current files. 12. Press F to format the drive. The reinstallation process begins. This process takes 1 to 2 hours to complete. The computer restarts in Windows when the process is complete. Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 68
where D indicates the optical drive. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions for installing the drivers. After the drivers are reinstalled, you must reinstall any software you added to the computer. Follow the installation instructions provided with the software. 3-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 69
an illustrated parts breakdown and a reference for spare part numbers. 4.1 Serial Number Location When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the notebook serial number and model number located on the bottom of the notebook. Serial Number Location Maintenance and Service Guide 4-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 70
Illustrated Parts Catalog 4.2 Notebook Major Components Notebook Major Components 4-2 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 71
) Power button board (includes power button board cable) Switch covers For use on HP Compaq nx6125 models For use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Spare Part Number 393552-001 393551-001 393553-001 393556-001 393555-001 393595-001 393558-001 393583-001 393561-001 393562-001 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 72
Illustrated Parts Catalog Notebook Major Components 4-4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 73
Catalog Table 4-1 Spare Parts: Notebook Major Components (Continued) Item 4 5 Description Keyboards Brazil Czech Taiwan Thailand Turkey United Kingdom United States Heat sink (includes thermal paste) Spare Part Number 393568-AA1 393568-241 393568-131 393568-251 393568-AR1 393568-171 393568- - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 74
Illustrated Parts Catalog Notebook Major Components 4-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 75
nx6125 models For use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Fingerprint sensor (not illustrated) PC Card assembly With Smart Card reader, for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models Without Smart Card reader, for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models Without Smart Card reader, for use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Spare Part - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 76
Illustrated Parts Catalog Notebook Major Components 4-8 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 77
Catalog Table 4-1 Spare Parts: Notebook Major Components (Continued) Item 12 13 14 15 16 17 Description RTC battery Speaker System boards For use on HP Compaq nx6125 models For use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Optical drives (include bezel) 24X Max CD-ROM drive 8X Max DVD-ROM drive 24X Max DVD/CD - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 78
Illustrated Parts Catalog Notebook Major Components 4-10 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 79
illustrated: Notebook feet PC Card slot space saver ExpressCard slot space saver Hard drives (include frame and connector) 5400-rpm 80-GB 60-GB 40-GB 393548-001 393546-001 393544-001 4200-rpm 80-GB 60-GB 40-GB 30-GB 393547-001 393545-001 393543-001 393542-001 Broadcomm Bluetooth wireless board - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 80
Miscellaneous Plastics Kit Spare Part Number 393593-001 Item 1 2 3 4 5 Description Memory module compartment cover (includes 2 captive screws) Hard drive cover (includes 2 captive screws) Notebook feet (4) ExpressCard slot space saver PC Card slot space saver 4-12 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 81
Illustrated Parts Catalog 4.4 Miscellaneous Cable Kit Table 4-3 Miscellaneous Cable Kit Spare Part Number 393594-001 Item 1 2 3 Description Bluetooth board cable RJ-11 connector module and cable TouchPad cable Maintenance and Service Guide 4-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 82
Illustrated Parts Catalog 4.5 Mass Storage Devices 4-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 83
-ROM drive 8X Max DVD-ROM drive 24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive 8X Max DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo, Dual Layer Drive Spare Part Number 393547-001 393545-001 393543-001 393542-001 393537-001 393538-001 393539-001 393540-001 393541-001 Maintenance and Service Guide 4-15 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 84
Part Number Label Kit 393592-001 Adjustable notebook stand 372420-001 HP Advanced Docking Station 374504-001 HP Docking Station 374803-001 65 watt AC adapter 338136-001 Screw Kit (includes the following screws; refer to Appendix C, "Screw Listing," for more information on specifications - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 85
Catalog Table 4-5 Miscellaneous (Not Illustrated) Spare Part Information (Continued) Description Power cords For use in: Australia and New United Kingdom Israel Japan People's Republic of China Saudi Arabia Spare Part Number 350188-011 350188-021 350188-001 350188-081 350188-031 350188-BB1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 86
China Power cord for use in Israel Adjustable notebook stand HP Advanced Docking Station HP Docking Station 802.11a/b/g WLAN mini PCI communications card for use in most of the world 802.11a/b/g WLAN mini PCI communications card for use in the rest of the world 4-18 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 87
drive (includes frame and connector) 5400-rpm, 40-GB hard drive (includes frame and connector) 4200-rpm, 60-GB hard drive (includes frame and connector) 5400-rpm, 60-GB hard drive (includes frame and connector) 4200-rpm, 80-GB hard drive (includes frame and connector) Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 88
for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models Switch cover for use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Speaker Base enclosure for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models Base enclosure for use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Broadcomm Bluetooth wireless board (includes Bluetooth board cable) 4-20 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 89
Catalog Table 4-6 Sequential Part Number Listing (Continued) Spare Part Number 393567-001 393568-001 393568-021 393568-031 393568-041 393568-051 393568-061 393568-071 Keyboard for use in Saudi Arabia Keyboard for use in Brazil Keyboard for use in Hungary Maintenance and Service Guide 4-21 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 90
Israel Keyboard for use in Iceland System board for use on HP Compaq nx6115 models System board for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models 256-MB memory module (333-MHz, DDR, PC2700) 512-MB memory module (333-MHz, DDR, PC2700) 1024-MB memory module (333-MHz, DDR, PC2700) 4-22 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 91
nx6125 models (includes button board cable) Button board for use on HP Compaq nx6115 models (includes button board cable) Fingerprint sensor TouchPad (includes TouchPad cable) RTC battery PC Card assembly with Smart Card reader, for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 92
reader, for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models PC Card assembly without Smart Card reader, for use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Label Kit Miscellaneous Plastics Kit Miscellaneous Cable Kit Bracket Kit Screw Kit Fan AMD Turion 64 ML-28 1.6-GHz processor (includes thermal paste) AMD Turion 64 ML-30 1.6-GHz - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 93
tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ■ Magnetic screwdriver ■ Phillips P0 screwdriver ■ Torx T8 screwdriver ■ 3/16-inch Hex socket wrench ■ Flat-bladed driver ■ Tool kit-includes connector removal tool, loopback plugs, and case utility tool Maintenance and Service Guide 5-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 94
damage. Plastic Parts 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. Cables and Connectors Ä CAUTION: When servicing the notebook, ensure that - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 95
Replacement Preliminaries 5.3 Preventing Damage to Removable Drives Removable drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the notebook, damage to a removable drive, or loss of information, observe the following precautions: ■ Before removing or inserting a hard - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 96
and Replacement Preliminaries protection, but in many cases, the discharge contains enough power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions. A to electrostatic discharge might not be affected at all and can work perfectly throughout a normal cycle. Or the device might function normally - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 97
Replacement Preliminaries 5.5 Packaging and Transporting Precautions Use the following grounding precautions when packaging and transporting equipment: ■ To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe containers, such as tubes, bags, or boxes. ■ Protect all electrostatic-sensitive parts - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 98
components, parts, and assemblies by the case or PCM laminate. Handle these items only at static-free workstations. ■ Avoid contact with pins, leads, or circuitry. ■ Turn off power and input signals before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment. 5-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 99
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries 5.7 Grounding straps) can be used at standing workstations and are compatible with most types of shoes or boots. On conductive floors or dissipative floor mats, tables or floor mats with hard ties to the ground ■ Field service kits ■ Static awareness labels - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 100
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries Table 5-1 shows how humidity affects the electrostatic voltage levels generated by different activities. Table 5-1 Typical Bags 1,500 V Carbon-loaded plastic Floor mats 7,500 V Metallized laminate Floor mats 5,000 V 5-8 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 101
detailed information on screw and nut sizes, locations, and usage. 6.1 Serial Number Report the notebook serial number to HP when requesting information or ordering spare parts. The serial number is located on the bottom of the notebook. Serial Number Location Maintenance and Service Guide 6-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 102
the Notebook for Disassembly Battery pack Hard Drive Notebook Feet Bluetooth Board Memory Module Optical Drive Switch Cover Power Button Board Keyboard Fan Heat Sink Processor Button Board # of Screws Removed 0 2 loosened to remove the hard drive cover 4 to disassemble the hard drive 0 1 2 loosened - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 103
Removal and Replacement Procedures Disassembly Sequence Chart (Continued) notebook functionality. Then contact Customer Care. Display Assembly 6 Top Cover 15 TouchPad 2 RTC Battery 0 Speaker 1 System Board 3 screws 2 screw locks PC Card Assembly 4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 104
the power cord. Battery Pack Spare Part Number Information 6-cell, 4.8-AHr 6-cell, 4.4-AHr 6-cell, 4.4-AHr 385894-001 385895-001 393549-001 4. Remove the battery pack by following these steps: a. Turn the notebook upside down with the rear panel toward you. 6-4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 105
1 to the right. (The battery pack disengages from the notebook.) c. Slide and hold the battery pack release latch 2 to the right. d. Slide the battery pack forward 3 and remove it. Removing the Battery Pack Reverse the above procedure to install the battery pack. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-5 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 106
cover to the notebook. 3. Lift the right side of the hard drive cover and swing it to the left 2. 4. Remove the hard drive cover. ✎ The hard drive cover is included in the Miscellaneous Plastics Kit, spare part number 393593-001. Removing the Hard Drive Cover 6-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 107
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5. Grasp the mylar tab 1 on the right side of the hard drive and slide the hard drive to the right 2 to disconnect it from the system board. 6. Remove the hard drive from the hard drive bay 3. Removing the Hard Drive Maintenance and Service Guide 6-7 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 108
7. Remove the 4 Phillips PM3.0×5.0 hard drive frame screws 1 from each side of the hard drive. 8. Lift the frame straight up 2 to remove if from the hard drive. Removing the Hard Drive Frame Reverse the above procedure to reassemble and install the hard drive. 6-8 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 109
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.5 Notebook Feet The notebook feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The feet are included in the Miscellaneous Plastics Kit, spare part number 393593-001. Replacing the Notebook Feet Maintenance and Service Guide 6-9 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 110
Broadcomm Bluetooth wireless board (includes Bluetooth board cable) 393566-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (refer to Section 6.3). 2. Remove the hard drive cover and hard drive (Section 6.4). 3. Position the notebook with the front toward you. 6-10 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 111
the Bluetooth board forward 2 and out of the clip in the top cover. 6. Remove the Bluetooth board from the notebook 3. 7. Disconnect the Bluetooth board cable 4 from the board. Removing the Bluetooth Board Reverse the above procedure to install a Bluetooth board. Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 112
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.7 Memory Module Memory Module Spare Part Number Information 1024 MB 512 MB 256 MB 393573-001 393572-001 393571-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (refer to Section 6.3). 2. Position the notebook with the rear panel toward you. 3. Loosen the 2 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 113
the module away from the socket at an angle 2. 8. Remove the memory module board. ✎ Memory modules are slotted 3 to prevent incorrect installation into the memory module socket. Removing the Memory Module Reverse the above procedure to install a memory module. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 114
and CD-RW Combo, Dual Layer Drive 393537-001 393538-001 393539-001 393540-001 393541-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3). 2. Remove the memory module compartment cover (Section 6.7). 3. Position the notebook with the right side toward you. 6-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 115
paper clip 2, into the media tray release hole and release the media tray. 6. Use the media tray to slide the optical drive out of the notebook 3. 7. Remove the optical drive. Removing the Optical Drive Reverse the above procedure to install an optical drive. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-15 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 116
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.9 Switch Cover Switch Cover Spare Part Number Information For use on HP Compaq nx6125 models For use on HP Compaq nx6115 models 393561-001 393562-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3). 2. Remove the 3 Torx T8M2.5×4.0 screws 1 and the Torx - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 117
Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Turn the notebook display-side up with front toward you. 4. Open the notebook as far as possible. 5. Insert a flat blade screwdriver edge of the switch cover disengages from the notebook. Releasing the Switch Cover, Part 1 Maintenance and Service Guide 6-17 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 118
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6. Use a flat blade screwdriver to separate the left 1 and right hinge covers 2 from the notebook and release the switch cover. Releasing the Switch Cover, Part 2 6-18 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 119
Removal and Replacement Procedures 7. Disconnect the power button board cable from the system board. 8. Remove the switch cover. Removing the Switch Cover Reverse the above procedure to install the switch cover. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-19 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 120
Part Number Information Power button board (includes power button board cable) 393583-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3). 2. Remove the switch cover (Section 6.9). 3. Turn the switch cover upside down with the hinge covers toward you. 6-20 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 121
Removal and Replacement Procedures 4. Remove the Torx T8M2.5×4.0 screw 1 that secures the power button board to the switch cover. 5. Remove the power button board 2. Removing the Power Button Board Reverse the above procedure to install the power button board. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-21 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 122
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.11 Keyboard Keyboard Spare Part Number Information Brazil Czech Republic Denmark Europe France 393568-141 393568-031 393568-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3). 2. Remove the switch cover (Section 6.9). 6-22 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 123
Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the 4 Torx T8M2.5×4.0 screws that secure the keyboard to the notebook. Removing the Keyboard Screws Maintenance and Service Guide 6-23 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 124
Removal and Replacement Procedures 4. Lift the rear edge of the keyboard up and swing it forward until it rests on the palm rest. Releasing the Keyboard 6-24 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 125
and Replacement Procedures 5. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector to which the keyboard cable is attached and disconnect the keyboard cable. Disconnecting the Keyboard Cable 6. Remove the keyboard. Reverse the above procedure to install the keyboard. Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 126
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.12 Fan Fan Spare Part Number Information Fan 393597-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3). the fan to the notebook. 6. Remove the fan 3. Removing the Fan Reverse the above procedure to install the fan. 6-26 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 127
Heat Sink Spare Part Number Information Heat sink (includes thermal paste) 393567-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3) and then remove the following components: a. Switch cover (Section 6.9) b. Keyboard (Section 6.11) c. Fan (Section 6.12) Maintenance and Service Guide 6-27 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 128
Removal and Replacement Procedures 2. Remove the 4 Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screws 1 that secure the heat sink to the notebook. 3. Lift the right side of the heat sink 2 to disengage it from the processor. 4. Slide the heat sink up and to the right 3 to remove it. ✎ Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 129
is removed. Thermal paste should be reapplied to both surfaces before the heat sink is reinstalled. Thermal paste is included with all heat sink and processor spare part kits. Replacing the Thermal Paste Reverse the above procedure to install the heat sink. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-29 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 130
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.14 Processor Processor Spare Part Number Information AMD Turion 64 ML-40 2.2-GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-37 2.0-GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-34 1.8-GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-32 1.8-GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-30 1.6-GHz AMD Turion 64 ML-28 1.6-GHz Mobile AMD Sempron 3100+ (1.80-GHz) - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 131
far as it will go. 4. Lift the processor straight up and remove it 4. ✎ The gold triangle 5 on the processor should be aligned in the front right corner when you install the processor. Removing the Processor Reverse the above procedure to install the processor. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-31 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 132
Spare Part Number Information For use on HP Compaq nx6125 models For use on HP Compaq nx6115 models 393584-001 393585-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3). 2. Remove the switch cover (Section 6.9). 3. Remove the keyboard (Section 6.11). 6-32 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 133
to which the LED board cable is attached and disconnect the cable 1. 5. Remove the Torx T8M2.5×4.0 screw 2 that secures the LED board to the notebook. 6. Remove the LED board 3. Removing the LED Board Reverse the above procedure to install the LED board. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-33 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 134
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.16 Mini PCI Communications Card Mini PCI Communications Card Spare Part Number Information 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3). 2. Remove the switch cover (Section 6.9). 3. Remove the keyboard (Section 6.11). 6-34 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 135
Removal and Replacement Procedures 4. Disconnect the auxiliary PCI communications card. (The edge of the card opposite the socket rises away from the notebook.) 6. Remove the Mini PCI communications card by pulling the card away from the socket communications card. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-35 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 136
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.17 Display Assembly Display Assembly Spare Part Number Information 15.0-inch, SXGA+WVA, TFT 15.0-inch, XGA, TFT 393552-001 393551-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3) and then remove the following components: a. Switch cover (Section 6.9) - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 137
Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the 2 Torx T8M2.5×9.0 screws 1 from the rear panel and the 2 Torx T8M2.5×9.0 screws 2 from the bottom of the notebook that secure the display assembly to the notebook. Removing the Display Screws Maintenance and Service Guide 6-37 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 138
-side up with the front toward you. 5. Open the notebook as far as possible. 6. Disconnect the wireless antenna cables 1 from the Mini PCI communications board. 7. cable from the clips 4 in the top cover. Disconnecting the Wireless Antenna and Microphone Cables 6-38 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 139
Removal and Replacement Procedures 10. Disconnect the display cable 1 from the system board. Ä CAUTION: Support the display assembly when removing the following screws. Failure to support the display assembly can result in damage to the display assembly and other notebook components. 11. Remove the - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 140
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.18 Top Cover Top Cover Spare Part Number Information For use on HP Compaq nx6125 models For use on HP Compaq nx6115 models Fingerprint sensor 393559-001 393560-001 393586-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3) and then remove the following - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 141
Removal and Replacement Procedures 3. Remove the 14 Torx T8M2.5×9.0 screws that secure the top cover to the notebook. Removing the Top Cover Screws, Part 1 Maintenance and Service Guide 6-41 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 142
Removal and Replacement Procedures 4. Turn the notebook top-side up with the front toward you. 5. Release the . 7. Remove the Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screw 3 that secures the top cover to the notebook. Disconnecting the Top Cover Cables and Removing the Top Cover Screw 6-42 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 143
Removal and Replacement Procedures 8. Lift up the rear edge of the top cover 1 until it disengages from the base enclosure. 9. Swing the top cover disengages from the base enclosure and remove the top cover. Reverse the above procedure to install the top cover. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-43 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 144
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.19 TouchPad TouchPad Spare Part Number Information TouchPad (includes TouchPad cable) 393587-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3) and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (Section 6.8) b. Switch cover (Section 6.9) c. - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 145
to the notebook. 4. Slide the TouchPad frame back 2, then lift the back edge of the frame up and forward 3. 5. Remove the frame. Removing the TouchPad Frame 6. Remove the TouchPad. Removing the TouchPad Reverse the above procedure to install an TouchPad. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-45 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 146
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.20 RTC Battery RTC Battery Spare Part Number Information RTC battery 393588-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3) and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (Section 6.8) b. Switch cover (Section 6.9) c. Keyboard (Section - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 147
Removal and Replacement Procedures 2. Remove the RTC battery from the socket on the system board. Removing the RTC Battery Reverse the above procedure to install an RTC battery. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-47 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 148
Removal and Replacement Procedures 6.21 Speaker Speaker Speaker Spare Part Number Information 393563-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3) and then remove the following components: a. Optical drive (Section 6.8) b. Switch cover (Section 6.9) c. Keyboard (Section 6.11) d. - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 149
the speaker cable 1 from the system board. 3. Remove the Torx T8M2.5×4.0 screw 2 that secures the speaker to the notebook. 4. Lift the speaker up 3 until it clears the system board. Removing the Speaker Reverse the above procedure to install the speaker. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-49 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 150
(Section 6.7) ■ Processor (Section 6.14) ■ Mini PCI communications module (Section 6.16) ■ RTC battery (Section 6.20) ■ PC Card assembly (Section 6.20) 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3), and then remove the following components: a. Hard drive (Section 6.4) b. Bluetooth board - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 151
3. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable 1 and RJ-11 connector module cable 2 from the system board. 4. Remove the 3 Torx T8M2.5×7.0 screws 3 that secure the system board to the base enclosure. Removing the System Board Screws and Disconnecting the System Board Cables Maintenance and Service Guide 6-51 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 152
Removal and Replacement Procedures 5. Use the optical drive connector 1 to lift the right side of the system board 2 until the hard drive connector 3 clears the base enclosure. 6. Slide the system board to the right 4 and system board. Removing the System Board 6-52 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 153
module and cable from the base enclosure. ✎ The RJ-11 connector module and cable is included in the Miscellaneous Cables Kit, spare part number 393594-001. Removing the RJ-11 Connector Module and Cable Reverse the above procedures to install the system board. Maintenance and Service Guide 6-53 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 154
for use on HP Compaq nx6125 models Without Smart Card reader, for use on HP Compaq nx6115 models 393589-001 393590-001 393591-001 1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (Section 6.3), and then remove the following components: a. Hard drive (Section 6.4) b. Bluetooth board (Section 6.6) c. Optical - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 155
and Replacement Procedures 2. Turn the system board upside down with the audio jacks, USB ports, and external monitor port toward you. 3. Remove the 4 Phillips PM1.5×4.0 screws that secure the PC Card assembly to the system board. Removing the PC Card Assembly Screws Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 156
Removal and Replacement Procedures 4. Turn the system board top-side up with the audio jacks, USB ports, and external monitor port toward you. 5. Lift the rear edge of the PC Card assembly to disconnect it from the system board and remove the PC Card assembly. Removing the PC Card Assembly Reverse - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 157
chapter provides physical and performance specifications. Table 7-1 Notebook Dimensions Metric U.S. Height (front to back) Width Depth 1.3 to 1.5 in 13.0 in 10.75 in Weight HP Compaq nx6125 model with 15.0-inch display, optical drive, and 6-cell battery pack HP Compaq nx6115 model with 15 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 158
Specifications Table 7-1 Notebook (Continued) Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating 10% to 90% 5% to 95% 10% product safety standards specify thermal limits for plastic surfaces. The notebook operates well within this range of temperatures. 7-2 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 159
Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle 30.0 cm 22.9 cm 38.1 cm Up to 16.8 million 250:1 150 nits typical 11.8 in 9.0 in 15.0 in 0.264 × 0.264 mm 1400 × 1050 RGB vertical stripe Edge lit 80 × 25 5.5 W +/-35° horizontal, +15/-35° vertical typical Maintenance and Service Guide 7-3 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 160
Character display Total power consumption Viewing angle 30.0 cm 22.9 cm 38.1 cm Up to 16.8 million 250:1 150 nits typical 11.8 in 9.0 in 15.0 in 0.264 × 0.264 mm 1024 × 768 RGB vertical stripe Edge lit 80 × 25 5.5 W +/-35° horizontal, +15/-35° vertical typical 7-4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 161
to 55°C (41°F to 131°F) ✎ Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult Customer Care for details. *1 GB = 1 billion bytes when referring to hard drive storage capacity. Actual accessible capacity is less. †Actual drive specifications may differ slightly. Maintenance and Service Guide 7-5 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 162
Specifications Table 7-5 Primary 6-cell, Li-Ion Battery Pack Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight Energy Voltage Amp-hour capacity Watt-hour capacity Temperature Operating Nonoperating 45°C 0°C to 60°C 0.79 in 3.70 in 5.28 in 0.75 lb 41°F to 113°F 32°F to 140°F 7-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 163
Specifications Table 7-6 DVD-ROM Drive Applicable disc DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18) CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2) CD Digital Audio CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-I ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) .6 MB/s Startup time < 10 seconds Stop time < 3 seconds Maintenance and Service Guide 7-7 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 164
DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2) CD Digital Audio CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-I ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-R, CD-RW Photo CD (single and multisession) CD-Bridge Write: CD-R and CD-RW 1.5 cm (0.59 in) 12 cm (4.72 in) 8 cm (3.15 in) 7-8 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 165
Specifications Table 7-7 DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive (Continued) Disc thickness 1.2 mm (0.047 in) Track pitch 0.74 µm Access time CD media DVD media Random Full stroke < 110 ms < 210 ms < 130 ms < 225 ms Audio time < 15 seconds Stop time < 6 seconds Maintenance and Service Guide 7-9 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 166
-18), CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2) CD Digital Audio CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-I ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-R, CD-RW Photo CD (single and multisession) CD-Bridge Write: CD-R and CD-RW DVD-R and DVD-RW 1.5 cm (0.59 in) 12 cm (4.72 in) 8 cm (3.15 in) 7-10 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 167
Specifications Table 7-8 DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive (Continued) Disc thickness Track pitch Access time Random Full stroke Audio output level Cache buffer Data transfer rate CD-R (16X) CD-RW (8X) CD-ROM KB/s at 1X DVD rate) 16.6 MB/s < 15 seconds < 6 seconds Maintenance and Service Guide 7-11 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 168
thickness Table 7-9 CD-ROM Drive CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2) CD Digital Audio CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-I ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and 2) CD-R CD-RW Photo CD (single and multisession) CD-Bridge 1.5 cm (0.59 in) 12 cm (4.72 in) 8 cm (3.15 in) 1.2 mm (0.047 in) 7-12 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 169
stroke < 110 ms < 220 ms < 125 ms < 225 ms Audio output level Line-out, 0.7 Vrms Cache buffer 128 KB/s Data transfer rate CD-R (24X) 3600 KB/s (150 KB/s at 1X CD rate) Multiword DMA mode 2 16.6 MB/s Startup time < 8 seconds Stop time < 4 seconds Maintenance and Service Guide 7-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 170
System Function DMA0 Not applicable DMA1* Not applicable DMA2* Not applicable DMA3 Not applicable DMA4 Direct memory access controller DMA5* Available for PC Card DMA6 Not assigned DMA7 Not assigned *PC Card controller can use DMA 1, 2, or 5. 7-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 171
Conexant AC-Link Audio SMBus Controller-24C3 Data Fax Modem with SmartCP Diskette drive Parallel port System CMOS/real-time clock Microsoft ACPI-compliant system UHCI controller-24C2 GM/GME Graphic Controller Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI fast Ethernet Controller Maintenance and Service Guide 7-15 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 172
-24CD USB UHCI controller-24C4 USB UHCI controller-24C7 Pro/Wireless 2200BG TI OHCI 1394 host controller TI PCI1410 CardBus controller IRQ12 Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad IRQ13 Numeric data processor IRQ14 Primary IDE channel IRQ15 Secondary IDE channel *Default configuration; audio possible - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 173
Specifications I/O Address (hex) 000 - 00F 010 - 01F 020 - 021 022 - 024 025 - 03F 02E - 02F 040 - 05F 044 - 05F 060 061 062 - Port B Unused Keyboard controller Unused NMI enable/RTC Unused DMA page registers Unused Port A Unused Interrupt controller no. 2 Maintenance and Service Guide 7-17 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 174
Specifications Table 7-12 System I/O Addresses reset Unused Unused Secondary fixed disk controller Unused Primary fixed disk controller Unused Joystick (decoded in ESS1688) Unused Entertainment audio Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Unused Reserved serial port 7-18 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 175
FM synthesizer-OPL3 Unused VGA Reserved (parallel port/no EPP support) VGA PC Card controller in CPU Unused Internal modem "A" diskette controller Serial port (COM1/default) PCI configuration index register (PCIDIVO-1) PCI configuration data register (PCIDIVO-1) Maintenance and Service Guide 7-19 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 176
00FFFFFF 01000000-047FFFFF 04800000-07FFFFFF 08000000-080FFFFF 08200000-FFFEFFFF FFFF0000-FFFFFFFF System Function Base memory Video memory Video BIOS Unused System BIOS Extended memory Super extended memory Unused Video memory (direct access) Unused System BIOS 7-20 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 177
A Connector Pin Assignments Table A-1 Audio-Out (Headphone) Pin Signal 1 Audio out, left channel 2 Audio out, right channel Pin Signal 3 Ground Maintenance and Service Guide A-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 178
Connector Pin Assignments Table A-2 Audio-In (Microphone) Pin Signal 1 Audio signal in 2 Audio signal in Pin Signal 3 Ground Table A-3 Universal Serial Bus Pin Signal 1 +5 VDC 2 Data - A-2 Pin Signal 3 Data + 4 Ground Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 179
Connector Pin Assignments Table A-4 S-Video-Out Pin Signal 1 S-VHS color (C) signal 2 Composite video signal 3 S-VHS intensity (Y) signal 4 S-VHS color ground Pin Signal 5 TV-CD 6 S-VHS intensity ground 7 Composite video ground Maintenance and Service Guide A-3 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 180
analog Pin Signal 9 +5 VDC 10 Ground 11 Monitor detect 12 DDC 2B data 13 Horizontal sync 14 Vertical sync 15 DDC 2B clock A-4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 181
Connector Pin Assignments Table A-6 RJ-11 (Modem) Pin Signal 1 Unused 2 Tip 3 Ring Pin Signal 4 Unused 5 Unused 6 Unused Maintenance and Service Guide A-5 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 182
Connector Pin Assignments Table A-7 RJ-45 (Network) Pin Signal 1 Transmit + 2 Transmit - 3 Receive + 4 Unused Pin Signal 5 Unused 6 Receive - 7 Unused 8 Unused A-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 183
or 220 to 240 volts AC. The power cord set included with the notebook meets the requirements for use in the country where the equipment is purchased. Power cord sets for use in other countries must meet the requirements of the country where the notebook is used. Maintenance and Service Guide B-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 184
voltage rating of 125 or 250 V AC, as required by each country's power system. ■ The appliance coupler must meet the mechanical configuration of an EN 60 320/IEC 320 Standard Sheet C13 connector for mating with the appliance inlet on the back of the notebook. B-2 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 185
Set Requirements Country-Specific Requirements 3-Conductor Power Cord Set Requirements Type VCT or VCTF, 3-conductor, 1.00 mm² conductor size. The wall plug must be a two-pole grounding type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (7 A, 125 V) configuration. Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 186
must be Type HO5VV-F, 3-conductor, 1.0 mm² conductor size. Power cord set fittings ( Type VCT or VCTF, 3-conductor, 1.00 mm² conductor size. The wall plug must be a two-pole grounding type with a Japanese Industrial Standard C8303 (7 A, 125 V) configuration. B-4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 187
C Screw Listing This appendix provides specification and reference information for the screws and screw locks used in the notebook. All screws and screw locks listed in this appendix are available in the Screw Kit, spare part number 393596-001. Maintenance and Service Guide C-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 188
2.5 mm 4.0 mm Where used: 1 Two screws that secure the hard drive cover to the notebook (screws are captured on the cover by C clips; documented in Section 6.4) 2 Two screws that secure the memory module compartment cover to the notebook (screws are captured on the cover by C clips; documented in - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 189
Screw Listing Table C-2 Phillips PM3.0×5.0 Screw Head mm Color Qty. Length Thread Width Black 4 5.0 mm 3.0 mm 4.0 mm Where used: 4 screws that secure the hard drive frame to the hard drive (documented in Section 6.4) Phillips PM3.0×5.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide C-3 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 190
Screw Listing Table C-3 Phillips PM1.5×3.0 Screw Head mm Color Qty. Length Thread Width Silver 1 3.0 mm 1.5 mm 3.0 mm Where used: One screw that secures the Bluetooth board to the notebook (documented in Section 6.6) Phillips PM1.5×3.0 Screw Location C-4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 191
optical drive to the notebook (documented in Section 6.8) 2 One screw that secures the switch cover to the notebook (documented in Section 6.9) 3 Four screws that secure the display assembly to the notebook (documented in Section 6.17) Torx T8M2.5×9.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 192
Screw Listing Table C-4 Torx T8M2.5×9.0 Screw (Continued) Head mm Color Qty. Length Thread Width Black 20 9.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 14 screws that secure the top cover to the notebook (documented in Section 6.18) Torx T8M2.5×9.0 Screw Locations C-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 193
Screw Listing Table C-5 Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw Head mm Color Qty. Length Thread Width Black 11 4.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 3 screws that secure the switch cover to the notebook (documented in Section 6.9) Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide C-7 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 194
Screw Listing Table C-5 Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw (Continued) mm Color Qty. Length Thread Black 11 4.0 mm 2.5 mm Where used: One screw that secures the power switch board to the switch cover (documented in Section 6.10) Head Width 5.0 mm Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw Location C-8 Maintenance and - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 195
Screw Listing Table C-5 Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw (Continued) mm Color Qty. Length Thread Black 11 4.0 mm 2.5 mm Where used: 4 screws that secure the keyboard to the notebook (documented in Section 6.11) Head Width 5.0 mm Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide C-9 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 196
Screw Listing Table C-5 Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw (Continued) Head mm Color Qty. Length Thread Width Black 11 4.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: One screw that secures the button board to the notebook (documented in Section 6.15) Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw Location C-10 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 197
5.0 mm Where used: 2 screws that secure the TouchPad frame and TouchPad to the top cover (documented in Section 6.19) Torx T8M2.5×4.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide C-11 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 198
. Length Thread Width Black 13 7.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 1 Three screws that secure the fan to the notebook (documented in Section 6.12) 2 Four screws that secure the heat sink to the notebook (documented in Section 6.13) Torx T8M2.5×7.0 Screw Locations C-12 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 199
Thread Width Black 13 7.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 1 Two screws that secure the display assembly to the notebook (documented in Section 6.17) 2 One screw that secures the top cover to the notebook (documented in Section 6.18) Torx T8M2.5×7.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide C-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 200
Screw Listing Table C-6 Torx T8M2.5×7.0 Screw (Continued) Head mm Color Qty. Length Thread Width Black 13 7.0 mm 2.5 mm 5.0 mm Where used: 3 screws that secure the system board to the notebook (documented in Section 6.22) Torx T8M2.5×7.0 Screw Locations C-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 201
4.0 mm Where used: 2 screw locks that secure the system board to the base enclosure (documented in Section 6.22) Hex HM3.0×10.0 Screw Locations Maintenance and Service Guide C-15 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 202
Screw Listing Table C-8 Phillips PM1.5×4.0 Screw Head mm Color Qty. Length Thread Width Silver 4 4.0 mm 1.5 mm 4.0 mm Where used: 4 screws that secure the PC Card assembly to the system board (documented in Section 6.23) Phillips PM1.5×4.0 Screw Locations C-16 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 203
the backlight. Careful handling should be exercised when removing these components. ✎ Materials Disposal This HP product contains mercury in the backlight of the display assembly and may require special handling at Industries Alliance (EIA) at http://www.eiae.org. Maintenance and Service Guide D-1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 204
from one display assembly to another. The procedures provided in this appendix are general disassembly instructions. Specific details, such as screw sizes, quantities, and locations, and component shapes and sizes, can vary from one notebook model to another. D-2 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 205
Display Component Recycling 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. Removing the Display Bezel Screw Covers and Screws Maintenance and Service Guide D-3 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 206
Display Component Recycling 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 disengages from the display assembly. 3. Remove the display bezel 3. Removing the Display Bezel D-4 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 207
Display Component Recycling 4. Disconnect all display panel cables 1 from the display inverter and remove the inverter 2. Removing the Display Inverter Maintenance and Service Guide D-5 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 208
Display Component Recycling 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. Removing the Display Panel Assembly D-6 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 209
Display Component Recycling 7. Turn the display panel assembly upside down. 8. Remove all screws that secure the display panel frame to the display panel. Removing the Display Panel Frame Screws Maintenance and Service Guide D-7 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 210
Display Component Recycling 9. Use a sharp-edged tool to cut the tape 1 that secures the sides of the display panel to the display panel frame. 10. Remove the display panel frame 2 from the display panel. Removing the Display Frame D-8 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 211
Display Component Recycling 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 forward. 13. Remove the backlight cover. Removing the Backlight Cover Maintenance and Service Guide D-9 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 212
Display Component Recycling 14. Turn the display panel right-side up. 15. Remove the backlight cables 1 from the clip 2 in the display panel. Releasing the Backlight Cables D-10 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 213
Display Component Recycling 16. Turn the display panel upside down. 17. Remove the backlight frame from the display panel. Removing the Backlight Frame Maintenance and Service Guide D-11 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 214
avoid damaging this component and causing exposure to the mercury. 18. Slide the backlight out of the backlight frame. Removing the Backlight D-12 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 215
3 from the display rear panel. 22. Release the tape 4 that secures the LCD panel to the display rear panel. Releasing the LCD Panel Maintenance and Service Guide D-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 216
Display Component Recycling 23. Remove the LCD panel. Removing the LCD Panel D-14 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 217
1-7 A AC adapter, spare part numbers 4-16, 4-18 adjustable notebook stand, spare part number 4-16, 4-18 Altiris Local Recovery 3-7 antenna, spare part number 4-3, 4-20 Application and Driver Recov- ery disc 3-6, 3-14 applications, reinstalling or repairing 3-10, 3-12, 3-14 arrow keys 1-15 audio - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 218
6-36 specifications 7-3, 7-4 display bracket, spare part numbers 4-3, 4-20 display inverter, spare part numbers 4-3, 4-20 display lid switch 1-16 display release latch 1-7 docking connector 1-20 docking device spare part number 4-16, 4-18 troubleshooting 2-16 Index-2 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 219
location 1-19 spare part number 4-7, 4-23, 6-40 flowcharts, troubleshooting no audio 2-23, 2-24 no network/modem connection 2-28 no OS loading 2-17 no OS loading from diskette drive 2-21 no OS loading from hard drive 2-18, 2-19, 2-20 no OS loading from optical drive 2-22 no power 2-10, 2-12, 2-13 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 220
16, 4-18 HP Docking Station, spare part number 4-16, 4-18 HP Web site 3-3 I I/O address specifications 7-17 IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) drive light 1-7 Info Center button 1-17 interrupt specifications 7-15 K keyboard removal 6-22 spare part numbers 4-5, 4-21, 4-22, 6-22 troubleshooting 2-26 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 221
troubleshooting 2-16, 2-25 notebook feet illustrated 4-12 locations 6-9 notebook specifications 7-1 num lock key 1-15 num lock light 1-17 O operating system System Restore 3-6 Windows reinstalling or repairing 3-14 Operating System disc 3-6, 3-10, 3-12 optical drive location 1-9 OS loading problems - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 222
removal 6-20 spare part number 4-3, 4-23, 6-20 power connector 1-13 power cord set requirements B-2 spare part numbers 4-17, 4-18 power management features 1-5 power, troubleshooting 2-10 power/standby button 1-16 power/standby light 1-6 Presentation mode button 1-17 processor removal 6-30 spare - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 223
part number 4-7, 4-23, 6-44 TouchPad button 1-19 TouchPad cable, illustrated 4-13 TouchPad scroll zone 1-19 transporting precautions 5-5 travel battery connector 1-20 troubleshooting audio 2-23 docking device 2-16 flowcharts 2-7 keyboard 2-26 modem 2-28 network 2-28 Maintenance and Service Guide - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Gu - Page 224
power 2-10 video 2-14 U Universal Serial Bus (USB) port location 1-11, 1-13 pin assignments A-2 V video troubleshooting 2-14 volume buttons 1-17 W Windows applications key 1-15 Windows logo key 1-15 wireless button 1-17 wireless light 1-6 workstation precautions 5-6 Index-8 Maintenance and Service
Maintenance and Service
Guide
HP Compaq nx6115 and nx6125
Notebook PCs
Document Part Number: 389608-001
August 2005
This guide is a troubleshooting reference used for maintaining
and servicing the notebook. It provides comprehensive
information on identifying notebook features, components, and
spare parts; troubleshooting notebook problems; and performing
notebook disassembly procedures.