compaq evo notebook n1000 series User Manual

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6. Remove the hard drive by following these steps:
a. Turn the computer bottom side up with the right side 
facing forward.
b. Remove the TM2.5 ×8.0 hard drive retention screw 
1 
(Figure 5-6).
c. Slide the hard drive forward 
2 to unseat the hard drive 
connector from the system board.
Figure 5-6. Removing the Hard Drive Screw
Hard Drives
Spare Part Number Information
60 GB
40 GB
30 GB
20 GB303527-001
273491-001
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d. Lift the front edge of the hard drive 1 until it rests at an 
angle (Figure 5-7).
e. Remove the hard drive from the hard drive bay 
2.
Figure 5-7. Removing the Hard Drive
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7. Remove the four PM3.0 × 3.0 screws 1 that secure the hard 
drive to the hard drive bracket (Figure 5-8).
8. Slide the hard drive out of the hard drive bracket 
2.
Figure 5-8. Removing the Hard Drive Bracket
✎Hard drive brackets are available with carbon finish for 
Evo Notebook N1000 models and silver finish for Presario 1500 
models, and are included in the Miscellaneous Plastics/Hardware 
Kit, spare part number 285541-001.
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5.4 Computer Feet
The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubber pads. The 
computer feet are included in the Miscellaneous 
Plastics/Hardware Kit, spare part number 285541-001. The 
computer feet attach to the base enclosure as illustrated in 
Figure 5-9.
Figure 5-9. Replacing the Computer Feet
5.5 Memory Expansion Board
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 5.3).
2. Turn the computer bottom side up with the front facing...

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3. Remove the PM2.5 × 4.0 screw 1 that secures the memory 
expansion compartment cover to the base enclosure 
(Figure 5-10).
4. Slide the cover to the right 
2.
5. Lift the right edge of the cover and swing it to the left 
3.
6. Remove the cover.
Figure 5-10. Removing the Memory Expansion 
Compartment Cover
✎Memory expansion compartment covers are available with carbon 
finish for Evo Notebook N1000 models and silver finish for...

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7. Spread the memory expansion slot retaining tabs 1 to release 
the memory expansion board. The board tilts up at a 
45-degree angle (Figure 5-11).
8. Remove the board by pulling it away from the connector at a 
45-degree angle 
2.
Figure 5-11. Removing a Memory Expansion Board
Reverse the preceding procedures to install a memory 
expansion board.
5.6 Mini PCI Communications Board
Mini PCI Communication Boards
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1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 5.3).
2. Turn the computer bottom side up with the rear panel facing 
forward.
3. Remove the PM2.5 × 4.0 screw 
1 that secures the mini PCI 
compartment cover to the base enclosure (Figure 5-12).
4. Slide the cover to the left 
2.
5. Lift the left edge of the cover and swing it to the right 
3.
6. Remove the cover.
Figure 5-12. Removing the Mini PCI Communications 
Slot Cover
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7. Disconnect the modem cable from the mini PCI 
communications board 
1 (Figure 5-13).
8. Spread the retaining tabs 
2 on each side of the mini PCI 
communications board. The board releases and rests at an 
angle.
9. Remove the board by pulling it away from the socket at an 
angle 
3.
Figure 5-13. Removing a Mini PCI Communications Board
Reverse the preceding procedures to install a mini PCI 
communications board.
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5.7 Disk Cell RTC Battery
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 5.3).
2. Remove the mini PCI compartment cover (Section 5.6).
3. Remove the RTC battery from its socket on the system board 
(Figure 5-14).
Figure 5-14. Removing the Disk Cell RTC Battery
✎The computer uses a CR1220 lithium disk cell battery. When 
replacing the RTC battery, insert the battery with the “+” sign 
facing up.
Disk Cell RTC Battery
Spare Part Number...

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5.8 Connector Cover
✎The connector cover is available with carbon finish for Evo 
Notebook N1000 models and silver finish for Presario 1500 
models, and are included in the Miscellaneous Plastics/Hardware 
Kit, spare part number 285541-001.
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 5.3).
2. Turn the computer bottom side up with the rear panel facing 
forward.
3. Remove the two TM2.5 × 5.0 screws 
1 that secure the 
connector...