compaq lte 5000 User Manual

							2. Lift the auxiliary battery out of its compartment [1] and disconnect the
auxiliary battery cable [2] as shown in Figure 5-8. 
						

							Installing the Auxiliary Battery
The auxiliary battery is not cylindrical but protrudes along one side.
When installing the auxiliary battery, this side of the battery must enter
the battery compartment first. To install an auxiliary battery, complete
the following steps:
1. Remove the auxiliary battery compartment door if it is not already off
(Figure 5-7).
2. Plug the auxiliary battery cable into the connector in the rear of the
compartment (Figure 5-8).
3. Insert the auxiliary battery into the compartment, remembering that the
side of the battery that protrudes must enter the compartment first
(Figure 5-9). The battery compartment door will not close if the
battery is inserted improperly. 
						

							4. Install the auxiliary battery compartment door (Figure 5-7).
5.3.5 Hard Drive
The middle compartment on the front of the computer is a dedicated hard
drive bay. No other device should be installed in this bay. Remove the
hard drive prior to performing maintenance on the computer.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to save current data and turn the computer off before
removing the hard drive.
Removing the Hard Drive
To remove a hard drive from the hard drive bay, complete the following
steps:
1. Remove the security screw from the hard drive release on the bottom of
the computer (Figure 5-10). 
						

							2. Open the hard drive bay door [1], and while holding the hard drive
release actuated [2], pull on the tab [3] to remove the hard drive
(Figure 5-11). 
						

							Installing the Hard Drive
To install a hard drive, complete the following steps:
1. Open the hard drive bay door and insert the hard drive with the label
facing up and the hard drive connector facing the inside of the bay.
Make certain that the pull tab on the hard drive does not get trapped
under the drive (Figure 5-11).
2. Push the hard drive into the bay until it is seated.
3. Close the hard drive bay door.
4. Install the security screw (optional) as shown in Figure 5-10.
5.3.6 MultiBay Device
Either a mass storage device or a battery pack can be installed in the
MultiBay. The device installed in the MultiBay should be removed prior to
performing maintenance on the computer.
Removing a Device from the MultiBay
To remove a device from the MultiBay, complete the following steps: 
						

							1. Remove the MultiBay security screw (Figure 5-12).
2. Push the MultiBay device release [1] toward the front of the computer
and pull the device [2] out of the MultiBay (Figure 5-13). 
						

							Installing a Device in the MultiBay
Installation of a device in the MultiBay is the reverse of the removal
procedure. To install a device in the MultiBay, complete the following
steps:
1. Insert the device, with the label facing up and the connector/contacts
facing the inside of the bay (Figure 5-13).
2. Push firmly on the device; it will lock into place.
3. Install the security screw (optional) as shown in Figure 5-12.
5.3.7 PC Card
Compaq recommends that you remove any installed PC Cards (PCMCIA) before
performing any service on the computer. To remove a PC card, complete the
following steps:
1. Open the PC Card door [1] (Figure 5-14).
2. Press on the PC Card release button [2] to remove the PC Card
(Figure 5-14). 
						

							To install a PC Card, open the PC Card door, insert the card into the
slot, and press firmly until it is seated.
Chapter 5.4 External Computer Components 
This section describes the removal and replacement procedures that do not
require access to the internal components of the computer. This includes:
o Computer logo
o Computer feet
o Connector cover
o Auxiliary battery compartment door
o Memory expansion board
o EasyPoint II pointing device
o Hard drive bay door
o PC Card door
5.4.1 Computer Logo 
						

							The computer logo identifies the model of the computer. A logo for each
model is included with the display assembly spare parts kit. The logo has
an adhesive backing for installation. Select the appropriate logo for your
computer model, remove the protective covering from the adhesive back, and
install the logo as shown in Figure 5-15. The logo should be right reading
when viewed from the back of the computer with the display open.
5.4.2 Computer Feet
The computer feet are rectangular, adhesive-backed rubber pads. Install
the feet by removing the protective covering from the adhesive back and
placing the feet in their positions on the bottom of the computer as shown
in Figure 5-16. 
						

							5.4.3 Connector Cover
The connector cover snaps into place. To remove and replace a connector
cover, complete the following steps:
1. Open the connector cover.
2. Flex the center of the cover away from the computer (Figure 5-17) until
the pivots on each end of the cover disengage the pivot holes in the
computer housing.