HP Omnibook Xe3 Gf Service Manual

HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF)  Removal and Replacement  2-17 
  
 
  Figure 2-11. Removing the Display 
Reassembly Notes 
• While installing the hinge screws, support the display so that it remains approximately flat. 
• Before installing the switchboard PCA, make sure the large display cable lies within the notch in 
the hinge saddle. 
• When installing a new display assembly, follow the procedure given in “Installing a New Display 
Assembly” on the following page. 
Screws, 
M2.5x4 mm (2) 
Screws...

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Installing a New Display Assembly 
When installing a new display, you must make sure to set the DIP switches on the motherboard to 
match the particular display assembly.  
 
Caution 
Setting the DIP switches improperly could damage the display assembly. 
 
1.  Find the manufacturer of the display: this is shown on a label attached to the display assembly. 
2.  Find the display’s manufacturer and model in the table below, and set the...

HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF)  Removal and Replacement  2-19 
Removing the Top Case 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
Required Equipment 
• #0 Phillips screwdriver. 
Removal Procedure 
1.  Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery.  
2.  Remove these additional assemblies: 
• Keyboard cover (page 2-8). 
• Keyboard (page 2-10). 
• Display assembly (page 2-16). 
3.  Remove the eight retaining screws from the bottom case. 
  
 
  Figure 2-13. Removing the Top Case Retaining...

2-20  Removal and Replacement  HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF) 
8.  Release the CD player PCA cable from the motherboard. 
  
 
  Figure 2-14. Removing the Top Case 
Reassembly Notes 
• Make sure the touch pad cable and speaker cable connectors are fully inserted squarely in their 
sockets. 
• Make sure the tabs along the edges of the case snap shut. 
Screws, 
M2.5x4 mm (5) 
Screw, 
M2.5x8 mm (1) 
Speaker 
cables Touch pad 
cable 
CD player 
ribbon cable  

HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF)  Removal and Replacement  2-21 
Removing the CD Player PCA (selected models) 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
Required Equipment 
• #0 Phillips screwdriver. 
Removal Procedure 
1.  Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 
2.  Remove these additional assemblies: 
• Keyboard cover (page 2-8). 
• Keyboard (page 2-10). 
• Display assembly (page 2-16). 
• Top case (page 2-19). 
3.  Remove both standoff screws (use a 5-mm socket screwdriver), and...

2-22  Removal and Replacement  HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF) 
Removing the Hinge Saddle Set 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
Required Equipment 
• #0 Phillips screwdriver. 
Removal Procedure 
1.  Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 
2.  Remove these additional assemblies: 
• Keyboard cover (page 2-8). 
• Keyboard (page 2-10). 
• Display assembly (page 2-16). 
• Top case (page 2-19). 
3.  Remove the two retaining screws from the bottom case. 
  
 
  Figure 2-16....

HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF)  Removal and Replacement  2-23 
  
 
  Figure 2-17. Removing the Hinge Saddle 
Reassembly Notes 
• Make sure the posts on the underside of the hinge saddle line up with the hinge support openings in 
the bottom case, and that the holes in the front ends of the saddle fit over the alignment posts in the 
bottom case. 
Screws, 
M2.5x8 mm (2) 
Screws, 
M2.5x8 mm (2)  

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Removing the Heatsink Assembly (with Fan) 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
Required Equipment 
• #0 Phillips screwdriver. 
Removal Procedure 
1.  Unplug the AC adapter, if present, and remove the battery. 
2.  Remove these additional assemblies: 
• Keyboard cover (page 2-8). 
• Keyboard (page 2-10). 
• Display assembly (page 2-16). 
• Top case (page 2-19). 
• Hinge saddle set (page 2-22). 
3.  Disconnect the fan cable from the...

HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF)  Removal and Replacement  2-25 
  
 
  Figure 2-18. Removing the Heatsink Assembly 
Reassembly Notes 
• Make sure the fan cable is not pinned under the assembly. 
• Make sure the thermal pad on the heatsink is not damaged, and replace if necessary. 
Heatsink retaining 
screws (with springs) 
(4)  

2-26  Removal and Replacement  HP Omnibook XE3 (Technology Code GF) 
Removing the CPU Module 
(HP Authorized Service Providers Only) 
  Table 2-9. CPU Module Replacement Part Numbers 
Description Part Number Exchange Part Number 
Module, CPU (Pentium III-M, 866 MHz Tualatin)  F3950-60901  F3950-69101 
Module, CPU (Pentium III, 933 MHz Tualatin)  F3257-60904  F3257-69004 
Module, CPU (Pentium III-M, 1.06 GHz Tualatin)  F3941-60901  F3941-69101 
Module, CPU (Pentium III, 1.13 GHz Tualatin)  F3257-60906...