HP (Hewlett-Packard) 4530s manual

HP ProBook 4530s Notebook PC Maintenance and Service Guide[...]

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Safety warning notice WARNING! To red uce the poss ibility of heat-related injuries o r of overheati ng the computer , do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the comp uter only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow an other hard surface , such as an adjo ining optional printe r, or a soft surface, suc[...]

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Table of contents 1 Product description .......... ... ............... .............. ................ .......... ................ .............. ...... ... 1 2 External component identification .......... ............ ............. ........... ............ ............. ............ .. 7 Display .... ........... ......... ............ ........... [...]

Grounding guidelines ..... ............ ........... ............ ........... ........... ............ ........... ......... 42 Electrostatic discharge damage ............ .............. ........... ........... ............ ...... 42 Pac kag in g an d tr ans por tin g gu ide li nes ........... ............ ........... ...... 4 3 Workstatio n guideli[...]

Determining the BI OS version .................................................................. 110 Downloadi ng a BIOS update ............... ........... ............ ............. .......... ...... 111 Using System Diagnostics .. ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ............ ......... ............ ....... 112 6 Sp[...]

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1 Product description Category Description Product Name HP ProBook 4530s Notebook PC Processors Intel Core i7 processor, Dual Core 2620M, 2.70-GHz (Turbo up to 3.4 0) processor 4-MB L3 cache, 4 threads Intel Core i5 processors, Dual Core 2540M, 2.60-GHz (Turbo up to 3.3 0) processor 3-MB L3 cache, 4 threads 2520M, 2.50-GHz (Turbo up to 3.2 0) proce[...]

Category Description 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, BrightView, 1366x76 8, includes camera 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, BrightView, 1366x 768, includes camera and WWAN 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD+, 1600x 900 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD+, 1600x9 00, includes camera Support privacy filter Memory Two customer-accessible/upgradeable m emory module slots supporting up to 8 G[...]

Category Description Fixed optical drives Supports the following 12.7-mm SATA optical drives: ● DVD-ROM ● DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL ● Blu-ray ROM DVD+/-RW S uperMulti DL ● Blu-ray R/RE D VD +/-RW Supe rMulti DL Drive Supports no optical drive option Audio/Visual Integrated dual-array microp hone (webcam models only ) Integrated mono (non-webca[...]

Category Description Supports “no WWAN” option Supports the following WWAN modules: ● Qualcomm Gobi 3000 HSPA/CDMA with GPS ● Ericsson 5521 HSPA+ ● Ericsson F3307-900 Integrated personal area network (PAN) o ptions by way of Bluetoot h® module: Bluetooth 3.0 only supported by combo card External media card One ExpressCard 34mm slot 6-in-[...]

Category Description Windows 7 Professional 32 with Microsoft® Basics Windows 7 Professional 64 with Microsoft Basics Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with Micros oft Basics Windows 7 Home Premium 32 with Micros oft Basics Windows Vista Home Basic 32 with Microsoft Basics Novell™: SuSE Linux™ – SLED 11 FreeDOS Preinstalled with Microsoft Office: Wi[...]

Category Description Windows 7 Home Basic 32 with Microsoft Office 2010 Starter Windows Vista Basic 32 with Microsoft Office 2010 Starter Windows Vista Basic 32 with Micros oft Office 2010 Personal Windows Vista Basic 32 with Micros oft Office 2010 Home & Business Windows Vista Basic 32 with Mi crosoft Office 2010 Professional Windows 7 Starter[...]

2 External component identification Display Component Description (1) Speakers (2) Produce sound. (2) Internal display swit ch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the displ ay is closed while the power is on. NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (3) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receiv[...]

Component Description (6) Webcam light (select models on ly) On: The webcam is in use. (7) Webcam (select models only) Records video and captures still photographs. To use the webcam, select Start > All Pr ograms > ArcSoft TotalMedia Suite > WebCam Companion . *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the comput er. For optimal tra[...]

Lights Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● Amber: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) Caps lock light ● White: Caps lock is on. ● Off: Caps lock is off. (3) Power light ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (4) QuickWeb light ● O[...]

Buttons and fingerprint read er (select models only) Component Description (1) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer. ● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep. ● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in [...]

Component Description (2) QuickWeb button ● When the computer is off or in Hibernation, press the button to open HP QuickWeb. ● When the computer is in Micro soft Windows, press the button to open the default Web browser. ● When the computer is in HP QuickWeb, press the button to open the default Web browser. NOTE: For more information, refer[...]

Keys NOTE: Refer to the illustration that mo st closely matches your computer. Component Descriptio n (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in combination with the fn key. (2) Function keys Execute frequently used sys tem functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. (3) num lk key Enables/disables the embedded numeric keypa[...]

Component Description (1) esc key Displays system information when pressed in com bination with the fn key. (2) Function keys Execute frequently used syst em functions when pressed in combination with the fn key. (3) num lk key Enables/disables the embedded numeric keypad when pressed in combination with the fn key. (4) Integrated numeric keypad Wh[...]

Front Component Descript ion (1) Drive light ● White: The hard drive or optical drive is being accessed. ● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. (2) Media Card Reader Supports the following digital card formats: ● Memory Stick Pro ● Memory Stick Duo Pro ● MultiMediaCard ● MultiMediaCard Micro ● Secure Digital [...]

Left Component Description (1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the com puter. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishan dled or stolen. (2) AC adapter light ● White: The computer is connected t o external power and the battery is 90 to 99% charged. [...]

Component Description (7) HDMI port Connects an optional vide o or audio device, such as a high- definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. (8) ExpressCard slot Reads and writes to ExpressCards. (9) USB port Connects an optional USB device. (10) USB port Connects an optional USB device. Right Component Description (1) USB [...]

Bottom Component Descript ion (1) Battery and access cover release latches Release the battery from the ba ttery bay, and the access cover from the computer. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) SIM slot Contains a wireless subscr iber identity module (SIM) (select models only). The SIM s lot is located inside the battery bay. (4) Vents (2) Enabl[...]

3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag When ordering pa rts or reques ti ng information , provide the co mputer serial num ber and mo del description provided on the service tag. ● Product name (1) . This is the product name affixe d to the front of the computer. ● Serial number (s/n) (2) . This is an alphanumeric id entifier that is uniqu e t[...]

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Item Description Spare part number (1) Displ ay pane l For use in silver HP ProBook 4530s models: ● 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD , anti-glare, without webcam 647001-001 ● 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD , anti-glare, with webcam 647002-001 ● 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, anti-g lare, with webcam and WWAN 647003-001 ● 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD , BrightView, without[...]

Item Description Spare part number For use in 4530s models with UM A graphics with WWAN 646245-001 For use in 4530s models with UMA graphics withou t WWAN 646246-001 (11) Processor (includes thermal material) Intel Core i7 processors , Quad Core 2630QM, 2.0-GHz (Turbo up to 2. 90) processor 6-MB L3 cache 635501-001 Intel Core i7 processors , Dual C[...]

Item Description Spare part number Atheros AR9002WB-1NGB 8 02.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo Adapter for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austri a, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bang ladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Boli[...]

Item Description Spare part number Ralink 5390GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi Adapter for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argent ina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baltics, Bang ladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina,[...]

Item Description Spare part number Realtek 8188GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi Adapter for use in Afghanis tan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argent ina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baltics, Bang ladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovin[...]

Item Description Spare part number (14) Heat sink (includes replacement thermal material) For use in models with UMA graphics 646284-001 (15) Fan 646285-001 (16) Optical drive connecto r 646286-001 (17) Hard drive extension board 646291-001 (18) USB board For use in 4530s models 646287-001 (19) Base enclosure For use in 4530s models 646261-001 (20)[...]

Item Description Spare part number ● DVD-ROM Drive 647949-001 (25) Bottom door For use in 4530s models 646263-001 26 Chapter 3 Illustra ted parts ca talog[...]

Display components Item Descri ption Spare part number (1) Display bezel For use with HP ProBook 4530s models with a webcam 646266-001 For use with HP ProBook 4530s models without a webcam 646265-001 (2) Display hinge covers For use with HP ProBook 4530s models 646281-001 Display components 27[...]

Item Desc ription Spare part number (3) Webcam module 6427 95-001 Microphone module (not illustrated) 642797-001 (4) Disp lay pane l 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, anti-glare 646311-001 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD, BrightView 646312-001 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) HD+ 647011-001 43.9-cm (17.3-inch) HD+, anti-glare 646313-001 (5) Display hinges (includes left and right[...]

Plastics Kit Item Descri ption Spare part number Plastics Kit for use in 4530s models 646309-001 (1) RJ-11 holder (2) Secure Digital card protective insert (3) ExpressCard slot protective insert (4) Optical drive protective insert Plastics Kit 29[...]

Cable Kit Item Desc ription Spare part number Cable Kit for use in 4530s models 646303-001 (1) Battery connector cable (2) Power connector cable (3) RJ-11 connector cable Mass storage devices Description Spare part n umber Optical drives For use in 4530s models: ● Blu-ray BD-R/RE DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 647951-001 ● Blu-ray Disc ROM with Su[...]

Miscellaneous parts Description Spare part number AC adapters 65-W AC adapter 609939-001 65-W AC adapter for use in India 609948-0 01 90-W AC adapter 609940-001 90-W AC adapter for use in India 609947-0 01 Power cords: For use in Argentina 490371-D01 For use in Australia and New Zealand 490371-011 For use in Brazil 490371-202 For use in the People&[...]

Sequential part number listing Spare part numbe r Description 449137-001 RTC battery 490371-001 Power cord for use in North America 490371-011 Power cord for use in Australia and New Zealand 490371-021 Power cord for use in Europe, the Middle Eas t, and Africa 490371-031 Power cord for use in the United Kingdom 490371-061 Power cord for use in Ital[...]

Spare part numbe r Description 593127-001 Atheros AR9002WB-1NGB 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Combo Adapter for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola , An tigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Ba ngladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhuta[...]

Spare part numbe r Description 609948-001 65-W AC adapter for use in India 621565-001 2-GB memory module (PC3-10600, 133 3-MHz, DDR3) 621569-001 4-GB memory module (PC3-10600, 133 3-MHz, DDR3) 622641-001 250-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 622643-001 320-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 628824-001 Modem module NOTE: The modem module spare part kit does not include [...]

Spare part numbe r Description 630813-001 Ralink 8190BC8 802.11b/g/n 2x2 WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0+HS Combo Adapter for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbu da, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baltics, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan[...]

Spare part numbe r Description 636672-001 Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6230 for use in Afghanistan , Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baltics, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botsw[...]

Spare part numbe r Description 642797-001 Microphone module 646245-001 System board for use in 45 30s models with UMA graphics with WWAN 646246-001 System board for use in 45 30s models with UMA graphics without WWAN 646251-001 Top cover for use in 4530s mod els with a fingerprint reader 646253-001 Top cover for use in 4530s mod els without a finge[...]

Spare part numbe r Description 646300-121 Keyboard for use in French Canada 646300-131 Keyboard for use in Portugal 646300-141 Keyboard for use in Turkey 646300-161 Keyboard for use in Latin America 646300-171 Keyboard for use in Saudi Arabia 646300-211 Keyboard for use H ungary 646300-251 Keyboard for use in Russia 646300-261 Keyboard for use in B[...]

Spare part numbe r Description 647001-001 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) displ ay assembly, HD, anti-gl are, without webcam, for use in 4530s models 647002-001 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) displ ay assembly, HD, anti-gl are, with webcam, for use in 4530s models 647003-001 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) displ ay assembly, HD, anti-g lare, with webcam and WWAN, for use in 4530s mo[...]

4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements Tools required You will need the fo llowing tools to comple te the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screwdriver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdriver s ● Torx T8 screwdriver Service considerations The following sections include some of the cons iderations th[...]

Cables and connectors CAUTION: When servicing the computer, be sure that cables are placed i n their proper location s during the reassembly proces s. Improper ca ble placement can damage the computer. Cables must be handled with extr eme care to avoid damage. App ly on ly the tension required to unseat or seat the c ables duri ng removal a nd inse[...]

Grounding guidelines Electrostatic discharge damage Electronic compo nents are sensit iv e to electrostatic disc harge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitiv ity. Networks built into many integrated ci rcui ts provide some protection, but in many cases, ESD contains en ough power to alter de vice parameters or melt s[...]

Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelin es when packaging and transporting equipment : ● To avoid hand contact, transport produc ts in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes. ● Protect ESD-sensitive parts and as semblies with conductive or ap proved containers or packag ing. ● Keep ESD-sensitive parts i n their contai[...]

Equipment guidelines Grounding equipment must include either a wr ist st rap or a foot st rap at a grounded workstation. ● When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a gr ounded system. Wrist stra ps are flexible stra ps with a minimum of one megohm ±10 % resistance in the ground cords . To provide p roper ground, wear a strap snugly against t[...]

Component replacement procedures This chapter provides remova l and replace ment procedures . There are as many as 95 screws and screw locks, in 1 5 different sizes, that must be removed, replaced, or loosened when servic ing the comp uter. Make special no te of each screw and screw lo ck size and location during removal and replacement. Service ta[...]

Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-bac ked rubber pads. The feet are included in the Rubber Kit, sp are part number 646307-0 01 for HP ProB ook 4530s models and 646308-001. There are 4 rubber feet that attach to the base enclosure in the lo cations illustrated below. 46 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

Battery Description Spare part n umber 9-cell, 93 WHr, 2.8 Ah Li-ion battery 633809-001 8-cell, 73 WHr, 2.8 Ah Li-ion battery 633807-001 6-cell, 47 WHr, 2.2 Ah Li-ion battery 633805-001 Before disassem bling the computer , follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the comp[...]

SIM NOTE: This section a pplies only to c omp uter models with WWAN capability. NOTE: If there is a SIM inserted in the SIM slot, it must be removed be fore disassemb ling the computer. Be sure that the SIM is reinserted in the SIM slot after reas semb ling the computer. Before removing the SIM, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you[...]

Bottom door Description Spare part n umber Bottom door for use in 4530s models 646263-001 Before disassem bling the computer , follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external device s[...]

Optical drive NOTE: All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel. Description Spare part n umber For use in 45 30s models : Blu-ray BD-R/RE DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 647951-001 Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive 647952-001 DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Com bo Drive 647950-001 DVD-ROM Drive 647949-001 Before removing the[...]

4. Remove the optical drive (3) from the computer. 5. If it is necessary to replace the opt ical drive brac ket, position the optical drive with the rear toward you. 6. Remove the two Phillip s PM2.0×3.0 s crews (1) that secure the optical drive bracket to t he optical drive. 7. Remove the o p tical dr ive brac ket (2) . Reverse this procedure to [...]

Hard drive NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits inc lude a hard drive bracket and scre ws. Description Spare part n umber 750-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 633252-001 640-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 603785-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 634925-001 500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 634638-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 641672-001 320-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 62264[...]

4. Remove the hard dri ve (3) from the hard drive bay. 5. If it is necessary to replace the hard drive bracket , remove the tape (1) that secures the My lar cover down onto the bracket, and th en lift to open the Mylar cover (2) . 6. Remove the two Phillips PM3.0× 3.0 hard drive bracket screws (3) from each side of the hard drive (4 total scr ews)[...]

Memory modules NOTE: Primary and ex pansion memory is installed in a stacked conf iguration in the bot tom of the computer. Description Spare part n umber 1-GB (PC3-10600, 1333-MHz, DDR3) 639736-001 2-GB (PC3-10600, 1333-MHz, DDR3) 621565-001 4-GB (PC3-10600, 1333-MHz, DDR3) 621569-001 Before removing the memory module, follow these steps: 1. Shut [...]

3. Remove the memory module (2) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: Memory modules are de signed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect i nsertion into the memory module slot. NOTE: The computer uses two memory sockets. The top socket ho uses the expansion memory module and is shown in the following image. The bottom socket h[...]

WWAN module CAUTION: The WWAN module and the WLAN module are not interchangeable. Description Spare part n umber HP lc2010 HSPA Mobile Broadband Module 632155-001 HP un2430 EV-DO/HSPA Mobile Broadband Module 634400-001 Before removing the WWAN mo dule, follow these s teps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off o[...]

4. Remove the WWAN mod ule (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: WWAN modules are des igned with a notch (4) to prevent incorrect insertio n. Figure 4-1 Removing the WWAN module NOTE: If the WWAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WWAN module, the protective sleeves must be installed on the antenna connecto[...]

WLAN/Bluetooth combo card The computer uses a c ard that provides both WLAN and Bluetooth functionality. CAUTION: The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable. Description Spare part n umber Atheros AR9002WB-1NGB 802.1 1b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and Bluetooth 2. 1+EDR Combo Adapter for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Ando rra, Angola, Ant[...]

Description Spare part n umber Realtek 8188BC8 802.11a/b/g/n 2x2 WiFi and Bl uetooth 3.0+HS Combo Adapter for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola , Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baltics, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Boliv[...]

Description Spare part n umber Ralink 8190BC8 802.11b/g/n 2x2 WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0+HS Combo Adapter for use in Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola , Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baltics, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, [...]

Description Spare part n umber Realtek 8188GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi Adapter for use in Afg hanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argent ina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Baltics, Banglad esh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovin a, [...]

Before removing the WLAN module, follo w these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external device s connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the[...]

4. Remove the WLAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle. NOTE: WLAN modules are de signed with a notch (4) to prevent incorrect insertion. NOTE: If the WLAN antennas are not connected to the terminal s on the WL AN module, the protective sleeves must be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown i n the following illus[...]

Keyboard NOTE: For a detailed list of available keyboa rds, see Sequential pa rt number listing on page 32 . Description Spare part n umber Keyboard 646300 -xxx Before removing the keyboard, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down t[...]

4. Insert a screwdriver or similar tool into th e gap near the WWAN module compartment and push to disen gage the k eyboard. 5. Position the computer uprigh t with the front toward you. 6. Open the computer as far as possib le. 7. Lift and rotate the keyboard (1) until it rests on the palm rest (2) . NOTE: Some units have double-sided tape se curin[...]

10. Remove the keyboard (3) . Reverse this procedure to install the keyboard. Top cover Description Spare part n umber Top cover for use in model 4530s : With a fingerprint reader 646251-001 Without a fingerprint reader 646253-001 Before removing the top cover, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i[...]

Remove the top cover: 1. Position the computer upside-d own with the front t oward you. 2. Remove the following covers and screws th at secure the top cover to the computer: (1) 4 rubber screw covers (2) 10 Torx T8M2.5 ×6.0 screw s NOTE: The following image shows model 45 30s. 3. Remove the following screws that se cure the top cover to the comput[...]

5. Remove the 6 Torx T8 M2.5×6.0 screws tha t secure the top cover to the comput er. NOTE: The following image shows model 4530s. 6. Remove the follo wing cables from the system board: ● Lift the connector latch (1) and disconnect the func tion board c able (2) ● Disconnect the speaker cable (3) ● Lift the connector latch (4) and disconnect [...]

8. Insert a screwdriver through the holes in the bat tery bay and press to disengage the top cover from the computer. 9. Position the computer uprigh t with the front toward you. 10. To remove the top cover , pull up on the top of the top cover (1) , pull upward on the left (2) and right sides (3) , and then lift the bottom of the top cover (4) to [...]

12. Lift the connector latch (1) , discon nect the card read er cable (2) , and then lift the top cover from the comput er (3) . Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. 70 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

Card reader board Description Spare part n umber Card reader board for use in 4530s models 646292-001 Before removing the card reader, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external [...]

5. Rotate the Touchpad button board u pward (4) , and then remove it (5) . Reverse this procedure to install the card reader. Speaker assembly Description Spare part n umber Speaker assembly for use in 4530s models (includes hous ing) 646298-001 Before removing the speaker assembly, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure [...]

NOTE: The following image shows model 4530s. 1. Position the top cover upside-d own with the front toward you. 2. If disassembling model 453 0s, remove the power button board cable from atop the left speaker (1) . 3. Remove the four Philli ps PM2.0×4.0 screws (2) that secure the speakers to the computer. 4. Lift the speaker from the top cover (3) [...]

Quick Launch board Description Spare part n umber Quick Launch board for use in 4530s models 646296-001 Before removing the Quick Launch board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all [...]

4. Lift the side of the board (3) , slide it out from under the tab, and then remove t he board from the top cove r (4) . Reverse this procedure to in stall the Quick Launch board. Power button board Description Spare part n umber Power button board for use in model 45 30s 646294-001 Before removing the power butt on bo ard, follow these steps: 1. [...]

NOTE: Model 4530s show n below. 1. Position the top cover upside-d own with the front toward you. 2. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×4.0 scr ew (1) that secures the bo ard to th e top cover. 3. Lift the board up at an angle (2) , and then remove it from the top cover (3) . Reverse this procedure to install the power button board. 76 Chapter 4 Removal an[...]

Modem module NOTE: The modem module spare part kit does not include a modem module cable. The mod em module cable is included in the Cable Kit, sp are part number 646303-001 for 4530s mo dels. See Cable Kit on page 30 for more Cable Kit spare part number information. Description Spare part n umber Modem module 628824-001 Before removing the modem m[...]

4. Disconnect the modem module cable (3) from the modem module. Reverse this procedure to install the modem module. 78 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

Lid switch Description Spare part n umber Lid switch for use in 4530s models 646289-001 Before removing the lid sw itch, follow these step s: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external device s conn[...]

4. Lift the board from the computer (4) . Reverse this procedure to install the lid switch. 80 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

USB board Description Spare part n umber USB board for use in 4530s models 646287-001 Before removing the USB board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external device s connected[...]

5. Lift the board and cable straight up out of the computer (5) Reverse this procedure to install the USB board. 82 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

Optical drive connector Description Spare part n umber Optical drive connector 646286-001 Before removing the optical driv e connector, follow these s teps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all externa[...]

3. Lift the optic al drive connector from t he computer (2) . Reverse this procedure to inst all the optical drive connector . 84 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

RJ-11 jack cable NOTE: The RJ-11 jack cable is included in the Cabl e Kit, spare part number 646303 -001 for 4530s models. Before removing the RJ-11 jack cable, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2[...]

4. Remove the RJ-11 jack from the cl ip built into the base enclosure (3) . Reverse this procedure to install the RJ- 11 jack cable. System board NOTE: All system board spare part kits include rep lacement thermal material. Description Spare part n umber System board for use in 4530s models with UMA graphics with WWAN 646245-001 System board for us[...]

d. Modem module (see Modem module on page 77 ) e. Keyboard (see Keyboard on page 64 ) f. Top cover (see Top cover on page 66 ) When replacing the system board, be sure to re move the following components from the defective system board and install on the re placement syste m board: ● SIM (see SIM on page 48 ) ● Memory module (see Memory modules[...]

5. Lift the system boar d up at an angle (4) to gain access to the cables und erneath. 6. On the bottom of the system boa rd, disconnect the battery connector cable (1) from the system board. 7. Disconnect the smaller power cable (2) and the larger power cabl e (3) from the system board. 8. Lift the system board out of the computer (4) . Reverse th[...]

RTC battery Description Spare part n umber RTC battery 449137-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external device s connected to the computer. [...]

3. Lift the battery from the system board (2 ) . Reverse this procedure to install the RTC battery. 90 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

Fan Description Spare part n umber Fan 646285-001 Before removing the fan, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external device s connected to the computer. 3. Disconnect the power [...]

4. Remove the fan from t he system board (3) . Reverse this procedure to install the fan. NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at leas t a 7.6-cm (3-in) clearance on the left side of the computer. The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by a temperature sensor and is designed to turn on automatically whe [...]

Heat sink All heat sink spare part kits in clude replacement thermal material. Description Spare part n umber Heat sink for use in computers with UMA graphics 646283-001 Before removing the heat sink, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut[...]

3. Remove the heat sink from the system board (5) . NOTE: For UMA models, thoroughly clean thermal mate rial from the surface of the system board (1) and heat sink (2) each time you remove the heat sink. A ll heat sink and processor spare part kits include thermal material. Reverse this procedure to install the heat sink. Processor NOTE: All proces[...]

Description Spare part n umber Intel Core i5 processors, Dual Core 2540M, 2.6-GHz (turbo up to 3.3-GH z) processor with 3-MB L3 cache 631255-001 2520M, 2.5-GHz (turbo up to 3.2-GH z) processor with 3-MB L3 cache 631253-001 2430M, 2.4-GHz (turbo up to 3.0-GH z) processor 3-MB L3 cache 653341-001 2410M, 2.3-GHz (turbo up to 2.9-GH z) processor with 3[...]

i. Top cover (see Top cover on page 66 ) j. System board (see Syste m board on page 86 ) k. Fan (see Fan on page 91 ) l. Heat sink (see Heat sink on page 93 ) Remove the processor: 1. Position the computer upside-d own with the front t oward you. 2. Use a flat-blade d screwdriver to tur n the processor locking screw (1) one-half turn counterclockwi[...]

Power cable The power cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part numbe r 646303-00 1 for 4530s mode ls. Before removing the power cable, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are uns ure whether the computer i s off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all ext[...]

3. Lift the power cable assembly fro m the computer (2) . Reverse this procedure to install the power cable. 98 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

Display assembly All display assemblies include WLAN antenna tr ansceivers and c ables. WWAN mode ls include 2 WWAN antenna tran sceivers and cables. For a list of in dividual display spare pa rts, see Display components on page 27 . Description Spare part number For use in silver H P ProBook 4530s models: ● 39.6-cm (15.6-inch) H D, anti-glare, w[...]

3. If necessary, disconnect the webcam cable (1) and displa y cable (2) from the system board, and then remove the cables from the cli p (3) . 100 Chapter 4 Removal and rep lacement procedures[...]

4. Remove the four Philli ps PM2.5×7.0 screws (1) from the hinges, and then remove the display from the comput er (2) . When installing the display assembly, be sure th at the wireless antenna cables are routed and arranged properly. Failure to properly route the antennas can result in degradation of the computer's WLAN and WWAN performance. [...]

5. If you need to remove the hinge covers from the display hing es, pu ll the hinges straight up and off the displa y to remove them. Display hinge covers are available using spar e part number 646281-001 f or 4530s mod els. 6. To replace the display bezel, remo ve the two rubber screw covers (1) and the two Torx T8M2.5×6 .0 screws (2) in the bott[...]

9. If it is necessary to replace the webca m module (shown in th e foll owing image) or micr ophone module from the display enclosure, di sconnect the cabl e from the module (1) , and then gently pull the module away from the double-sided tape on the display enclosure (2) . The webcam module is availa ble us ing spare part number 642795-001. The mi[...]

12. Disconnect the display panel cable from the back of the display panel by lifting the ta pe over the connector (1) , and then disconnec ting the cable from the panel (2) . The display cable is available using spare pa rt number 605766-001 fo r models without a webcam , 646273-001 fo r 4530s HD+ model s. 13. If it is necessary to replace the disp[...]

14. Remove the display hinges (2) . Display hinges are av ailable using spare part number 646279-0 01 for 4530s models. 15. If you need to remove the WLAN or WWAN antennas, lift the WLAN antenna cables (1) or WWAN antenna cables (2) from the clip s and routing p aths (3) built into the display enclosure. The WLAN antennas are available using spare [...]

16. To remove the display cable (1 ) or webcam cable (2) from the display enclosure, remove the cable from the cli ps (3) and routing paths in the display enclosure. The display cable is available using spare pa rt number 605766-001 fo r models without a webcam, 646 273-001 for 4530s HD+ model s. The webcam cable is av ailable using spare part numb[...]

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5 Computer Setup (BIOS) and System Diagnostics Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (B IOS), controls communication between al l the input and output de vices on th e system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Computer Setup includes settings for the types of devices installe d, the startup seq[...]

NOTE: You can use either a po inting device (TouchPa d, pointing stick , or USB mou se) or the keyboard to navigate and make selections in Computer Setup. 2. Press f10 to enter Computer Setup. To exit Comput er Setup menus, choose one of the following methods: ● To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes: Click the Exit icon in the [...]

Updating the BIOS Updated versio ns of the BIOS may be available on the HP Web site. Most BIOS updates on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs . Some download pack ages contain a file name d Readme.txt, which contai ns information regarding installing and troubleshooting the file. Determining the BIOS version To determin[...]

Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to t he comput er or an unsuccessful i nstallation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable e xternal power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an opti onal d[...]

Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine if the computer hardware is functioning properly. The followi ng diagnostic tests are available in Syst em Diagnostics: ● Start-up test—This test analyzes the main computer components that are required to start the computer. ● Run-in test—Thi s test [...]

6 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions , 45 30s models Length 25.6 cm 10.1 in Width 37.5 cm 14.8 in Height (front to rear) 2.9 to 3.6 cm 1.1 to 1.4 in Weight (equipped with optical drive, 1 DIMM, hard drive, optical drive, WLAN module, 6 cell battery) 2.5 kg 5.5 lbs Input power Operating voltage 19.0 V dc @ 4.74 A – 90 W [...]

Metric U.S. Operating 0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep rate Nonoperating 1.50 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.5 oct/min sweep rate NOTE: Applicable product safety standar ds specify thermal limits for plastic surfac es. The computer operates well within this range of temperatures. 39.6-cm (15.6-in), HD+ display specificat[...]

Metric U.S. PPI 100 Surface treatment Anti-glare or BrightV iew Contrast ratio 300:1 (typical) – Anti-glare 500:1 – BrightView Response time 8 ms Brightness 200 nits (typical ) Viewing angle SVA Backlight LED Luminance uniformity @ 13 points 1.4 (typ), 1.6 (max) Lifetime (1/2 luminance) 12,000 hours Color coordinate (white) (0.313, 0.329) Color[...]

43.9-cm (17.3-in), HD+ display specifications Metric U.S. Active diagonal size 43.9-cm 17.3-in Resolution 1600x900 ( HD+) Active area 382.08x214.92 PPI 106 Surface treatment Anti-glare or BrightV iew Contrast ratio 300:1 (typical) – Anti-glare 500:1 – BrightView Response time 16 ms Brightness 200 nits (typical ) Viewing angle SVA Backlight LED [...]

Hard drive specifications 750-GB* 640-GB* 500-GB* 320-GB* 250-GB* Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9. 5 mm Width 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm 70 mm Weight 115 g 101 g 101 g 101 g 101 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA SATA SATA Transfer rate 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec 100 MB/sec Security ATA security ATA security ATA security [...]

Blu-ray BD-R/RE DVD±RW SuperMulti DL Drive specifications Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MIDI, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, M IXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), Multisession CD (Pho to-CD, CD- EXTRA, Portfolio, CD- R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW. DV D-[...]

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive specifications Applicable disc Read: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-MID I, CD-TEXT, CD-ROM, CD-ROM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD) , Multisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Po rtfol io, CD-R, CD- RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVD- ROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD -RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM W[...]

Blu-ray Disc ROM with SuperMulti DVD±R/RW DL Drive Applicable disc Read: Write: CD-DA, CD+(E)G, CD-M IDI, CDTEXT, CD-ROM, CD-R OM XA, MIXED MODE CD, CD-I, CD-I Bridge (Photo-CD, Video CD), Mul tisession CD (Photo-CD, CD-EXTRA, Portfolio, CD-R, CD-RW), CD-R, CD-RW, DVDROM (DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18), DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD +R, DVD+RW, DVD-RAM, HD- R[...]

DVD-ROM Drive specifications Applicable disc DVD-ROM (DVD-5, D VD-9, DVD-10, DVD-18, CD-ROM (Mode 1 and 2), CD Digi tal Audio, CD-XA ready (Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2), CD-I (Mode 2, Form 1 and Form 2), CD-R, CD-RW, Photo CD (s in gle and multisession), CD-Bridge Center hole diameter 1.5 cm (0.59 in) Disc diameter Standard disc Mini disc 12 cm (4.72[...]

Specification information in Device Manager Device Manager allows you to vi ew and control the hard ware atta ched to the computer, as well as provides hardware spec ification information. You can also add hardware or modify de vice configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows 7 and Windows Vista include the User Account Control feat ure to i[...]

7 Backup and recovery Windows 7 ● Backing up your information ● Performing a system recovery To protect your information, use Wind ows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive (s elect models only), create system repair discs (select models only) by using the inst alled optical dr ive (select mo[...]

Backing up your information Recovery after a system failure is as good as your most recent b ackup. You sh ould create system repair discs (select models only) by using the installed optical drive (select mo d els only) or an opti onal external optical drive, and your initial ba ckup immediately after software se tup. As you a dd new soft ware and [...]

NOTE: If you are unable to bo ot (start up) your co mp uter and you cannot use t he system repair d iscs you previously crea ted (select models only), you must purchase a Windows 7 operating system DVD to reboot the computer and repair the operating system. For additional information , refer to Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased sepa[...]

To recover the original hard drive image using f11 : 1. If possible, back up all personal files. 2. If possible, check for the presence of the HP Reco very partition: click Start , right-click Computer , click Manage , a nd then click Disk Management . NOTE: If the HP Recovery partition is not listed, you mu st recove r your operatin g system and p[...]

Windows Vista To protect your information, use th e Backup and Restore Center to back up individual files and fold ers, back up your entire hard drive (se l ect models only), or create syste m restore points. I n case of system failure, you can use the backup file s to restore the contents of your computer. The Backup and Restore Center provides th[...]

NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) su pport store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduce s the nu mber of recovery discs required. ● When backing u p to discs, number each dis c before ins erting it into the optica l drive of the computer. To create a backup using Backup and Res tore Center: NOTE: Be sure that the comp[...]

CAUTION: Using Startup Repai r completely erase s hard drive co ntents and reformats the ha rd drive. All files you have created and any software insta lled on the computer are permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process rest ores the operating system, as well as the drivers, software, and utilities from the backup used[...]

4. Press f11 while the “Press <F11> for recovery” message is displayed on the screen. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Using a Windows Vista operating sy stem DVD (purchas ed separately) To order a Windows Vista operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/ support , select your country or region, and follow the on-screen inst ructi[...]

8 Power cord set requirements The wide range input featu re of the computer permits it to operate from any lin e 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 requi rements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased. Power cord se ts for use [...]

Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agenc y Applicable note number Australia EANSW 1 Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBC 1 Canada CSA 2 Denmark DE MKO 1 Finland FIMKO 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 Italy IMQ 1 Japan METI 3 The Netherlands KEMA 1 Norway NEMKO 1 The People's Republic of China C CC 5 South Korea EK 4 Sw[...]

9 Recycling Battery When a battery has reached the end of its useful life, do not dispose of th e battery in general household waste. Follow the local la ws and regulations in your area for computer battery disposal. Display WARNING! The backlight contains mercur y. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid damaging this c [...]

Perform the followi ng steps to disassemble the displ ay 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 le ft and right inside edges (1) and the top and bottom in side edges (2) of the display bezel until th e bezel disengages from the display assembly. 3. Rem[...]

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 disp lay enclosure. 6. Remove the disp lay panel assembly (2) from the display enclosure. 7. Position the display pane l assembly upside-down. 8. Remove all screws that secure the[...]

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 outwa rd. 13. Remove the backlight cover. 14. Position the display panel right-side up. 136 Chapter 9 Recycling[...]

15. Remove the backlight cables (1) from the clip (2) in the display pa nel. 16. Position the displa y panel upside-d own. WARNING! The backlight contains mercury. Exercise caution when removing and handling the backlight to avoid da maging this compone n t and causing exposu re to the mercury. 17. Remove the backlight frame from the display panel.[...]

18. Remove the backlight fr om the backlight frame. 19. Disconnect the display panel 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 the display rear panel. 23. Remove the LCD[...]

Index A AC adapter light 15 AC adapter, spare p art numbers 31, 33 access cove r release la tches 17 antennas disconnecting 56, 62 audio, product description 3 audio-in (microp hone) jack 14 audio-out (headphone) jack 14 B Backup and Restore 124 Backup and Restore Center 127, 128 base enclosure, spare part number 25, 37 battery removal 47 spare par[...]

DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti DL Combo Drive precautio ns 41 removal 50 spare part number 25, 30 , 39, 50 E electrostatic discharge 42 embedded num eric keypad, identifying 1 2 esc key, identif ying 12, 13 Ethernet, product description 3 ExpressCard s lot in sert, illustrated illus trated 29 ExpressCard slot, identifying 16 external media card s, pr[...]

P packing guidelines 43 plastic parts 40 Plastic s Kit, spare par t number 29, 38 pointing device, product description 4 ports external monitor 15 HDMI 16 product desc ription 4 USB 16 power button board removal 75 spare part number 20, 37, 75 power button, identifying 10 power cable removal 97 spare part number 97 power connecto r cable, illustrat[...]

U USB board removal 81 spare part number 25, 81 USB legacy support 108 USB port, identifying 16 USB ports, identifying 16 V vents, identifying 15, 17 W webcam 8 product desc ription 3 spare part number 28, 36 webcam light, identifying 8 webcam, identify ing 8 Windows 7 operating system DVD 126 Windows Back up and Restore 123 Windows Vista operating[...]