HP Pavilion Dv2970ef Special Edition Entertainment Notebook Pc Manual

							2.Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.
3.Turn the system board upside down with the external monitor port toward you.
4.Loosen the four Phillips PM2.0×13.0 captive screws (1) that secure the fan/heat sink assembly to
the system board.
NOTE:Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the fan/heat sink
assembly and system board components, it may be necessary to move the fan/heat sink assembly
from side to side to detach the assembly.
5.Remove the fan/heat sink assembly (2).
NOTE:The thermal material must be thoroughly cleaned from the surfaces of the fan/heat sink
assembly (1) and (2), and (3), the system board components (4) and (6), and the processor (5) each
time the fan/heat sink assembly is removed. Thermal pads and thermal paste must be installed on all
surfaces before the fan/heat sink assembly is reinstalled. Thermal pads and thermal paste are included
with all fan/heat sink assembly, system board, and processor spare part kits.
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							NOTE:The fan/heat sink assembly mounting bracket must be replaced as shown in the following
illustration when installing the fan/heat sink assembly.
The fan/heat sink assembly mounting bracket is available using spare part number 417114-001.
Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink assembly.
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							Processor
NOTE:All processor spare part kits include thermal material.
DescriptionSpare part number
Intel processors: 
Core Duo T9300 (2.50-GHz, 6-MB L2 cache)459799-001
Core Duo T8300 (2.40-GHz, 3-MB L2 cache)459798-001
Core Duo T8100 (2.10-GHz, 3-MB L2 cache)459797-001
Core Duo T7700 (2.40-GHz, 4-MB L2 cache)448148-001
Core Duo T7500 (2.20-GHz, 4-MB L2 cache)457312-001
Core Duo T7250 (2.0-GHz, 2-MB L2 cache)457311-001
Core Duo T5750 (2.00-GHz, 2GB L2 cache)462353-001
Core Duo T5550 (1.83-GHz, 2-MB L2 cache)458247-001
Core Duo T5450 (1.67-GHz, 2-MB L2 cache)451597-001
Core Duo T5250e (1.50-GHz, 2-MB L2 cache)453948-001
Pentium Dual-Core T2370 (1.73 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)462354-001
Pentium Dual-Core T2330 (1.60 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)457314-001
Pentium Dual-Core T2310 (1.46 GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)457313-001
Celeron M 540 (1.86-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)454321-001
Celeron M 530 (1.73-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)457315-001
AMD processors: 
Turion TL-68 (2.4-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)463917-001
Turion TL-66 (2.3-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)450804-001 and
453298-001
Turion TL-62 (2.1-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)455809-001
Turion TL-60 (2.0-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)455807-001
Turion TL-58 (1.9-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)448561-001
Turion TL-55 (1.86-GHz, 1-MB L2 cache)455808-001
Turion MK-38 (2.2-GHz, 512-MB L2 cache)449904-001
Athlon TK-57 (1.9-GHz, 2-GB L2 cache)459759-001
Sempron 3800 (2.2-GHz, 256-KB L2 cache)459760-001
Sempron 3600 (2.0-GHz, 256-KB L2 cache) 450609-001
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							Before removing the processor, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see 
Battery on page 56).
5.Remove the following components:
a.Hard drive (see 
Hard drive on page 61)
b.Optical drive (see 
Optical drive on page 73)
c.Keyboard (see 
Keyboard on page 74)
d.Switch cover (see 
Switch cover on page 79)
e.Display assembly (see 
Display assembly on page 82)
f.Top cover (see 
Top cover on page 87)
g.System board (see 
System board on page 106)
h.Fan/heat sink assembly (see 
Fan/heat sink assembly on page 112)
Remove the processor:
1.Turn the processor locking screw (1) one-half turn counterclockwise until you hear a click.
2.Lift the processor (2) straight up and remove it.
NOTE:The gold triangle (3) on the processor must be aligned with the triangle icon (4) embossed
on the processor socket when you install the processor.
Reverse this procedure to install the processor.
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Setup Utility
WARNING!Only authorized technicians trained by HP must repair this equipment. All troubleshooting
and repair procedures are detailed to allow repair at only the subassembly or module level. Because of
the complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, do not attempt to make repairs at the
component level or modify any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any
indication of component replacement or printed wiring board modification may void any warranty or
exchange allowances.
Starting the Setup Utility
The Setup Utility is a ROM-based information and customization utility that can be used even when your
Windows® operating system is not working or will not load.
NOTE:The fingerprint reader (select models only) does not work when accessing the Setup Utility.
The utility reports information about the computer and provides settings for startup, security, and other
preferences.
To start the Setup Utility:
1.Turn on or restart the computer.
2.Before Windows opens and while “Press  to enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner
of the screen, press f10.
Changing the language of the Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to change the language of the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility is
not already running, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.To start the Setup Utility, turn on or restart the computer, and then press f10 while “Press  to
enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Use the arrow keys to select System Configuration > Language, and then press enter.
3.Press f5 or f6 (or use the arrow keys) to select a language, and then press enter to select a language.
4.When a confirmation prompt with your preference selected is displayed, press enter to save your
preference.
5.To set your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press f10 and then follow the instructions on the
screen.
Your preferences go into effect when the computer restarts in Windows.
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							Navigating and selecting in the Setup Utility
Because the Setup Utility is not Windows-based, it does not support the TouchPad. Navigation and
selection are by keystroke.
●To choose a menu or a menu item, use the arrow keys.
●To choose an item in a drop-down list or to toggle a field, for example an Enable/Disable field, use
either the arrow keys or f5 or f6.
●To select an item, press enter.
●To close a text box or return to the menu display, press esc.
●To display additional navigation and selection information while the Setup Utility is open, press f1.
Displaying system information
The following procedure explains how to display system information in the Setup Utility. If the Setup Utility
is not open, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is open, begin at step 2.
1.To start the Setup Utility, turn on or restart the computer, and then press f10 while “Press to
enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Access the system information by using the Main menu.
3.To exit the Setup Utility without changing any settings, use the arrow keys to select Exit > Exit
Discarding Changes, and then press enter. (The computer restarts in Windows.)
Restoring default settings in the Setup Utility
The following procedure explains how to restore the Setup Utility default settings. If the Setup Utility is not
already running, begin at step 1. If the Setup Utility is already running, begin at step 2.
1.To start the Setup Utility, turn on or restart the computer, and then press f10 while “Press to
enter setup” is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.
2.Select Exit > Load Setup Defaults, and then press enter.
3.When the Setup Confirmation is displayed, press enter to save your preferences.
4.To set your preferences and exit the Setup Utility, press f10, and then follow the instructions on the
screen.
The Setup Utility default settings are set when you exit the Setup Utility and go into effect when the computer
restarts.
NOTE:Your password, security, and language settings are not changed when you restore the factory
default settings.
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							Using advanced Setup Utility features
This section describes the Setup Utility features recommended for all users. For more information about
the Setup Utility features recommended for advanced users only, refer to Help and Support, which is
accessible only when the computer is in Windows.
The Setup Utility features available for advanced users include a hard drive self-test, a Network Service
Boot, and settings for boot order preferences.
The “ to boot from LAN” message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen each time
the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt for a Network Service Boot.
The “Press  to change boot order” message that is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen
each time the computer is started or restarted in Windows is the prompt to change the boot order.
Closing the Setup Utility
You can close the Setup Utility with or without saving changes.
●To close the Setup Utility and save your changes from the current session, use either of the following
procedures:
◦Press f10, and then follow the instructions on the screen.
– or –
◦If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the
arrow keys to select Exit > Exit Saving Changes, and then press enter.
When you use the f10 procedure, you are offered an option to return to the Setup Utility. When
you use the Exit Saving Changes procedure, the Setup Utility closes when you press enter.
●To close the Setup Utility without saving your changes from the current session:
If the Setup Utility menus are not visible, press esc to return to the menu display. Then use the arrow
keys to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter.
After the Setup Utility closes, the computer restarts in Windows.
Setup Utility menus
The menu tables in this section provide an overview of Setup Utility options.
NOTE:Some of the Setup Utility menu items listed in this section may not be supported by your computer.
Main menu
SelectTo do this
System information
●View and change the system time and date.
●View identification information about the computer.
●View specification information about the processor, memory size,
system BIOS, and keyboard controller version (select models only).
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							Security menu
SelectTo do this
Administrator passwordEnter, change, or delete an administrator password.
Power-On Password Enter, change, or delete a power-on password.
System Configuration menu
SelectTo do this
Language SupportChange the Setup Utility language.
Enhanced SATA support (select models only)Enable/disable enhanced SATA mode.
Boot OptionsSet the following boot options:
●f10 and f12 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f10 and f12
functions of the Setup Utility in intervals of 5 seconds each (0, 5,
10, 15, 20).
●CD-ROM boot―Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM.
●Floppy boot―Enable/disable boot from Floppy.
●Internal Network Adapter boot―Enable/disable boot from
Internal Network Adapter.
●Boot Order―Set the boot order for:
◦USB Floppy
◦ATAPI CD/DVD ROM Drive
◦Hard drive
◦USB Diskette on Key
◦USB Hard drive
◦Network adapter
Button Sound (select models only)Enable/disable the Quick Launch Button tapping sound.
Dedicated Video Memory*Select amount of dedicated video memory.
Virtualization Technology*Enable/disable the processor Virtualization Technology.
Processor C4 StateEnable/disable the processor C4 sleep state.
*Available for AMD processors.
Diagnostics menu
SelectTo do this
Hard Disk Self Test Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive.
NOTE:On models with two hard drives, this menu option is called
the Primary Hard Disk Self Test.
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							SelectTo do this
Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only)Run a comprehensive self-test on a secondary hard drive.
Memory Test*Run a diagnostic test on system memory.
*Available for AMD processors.
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Specifications
Computer specifications
 MetricU.S.
Dimensions  
Height (front to back)2.60 to 3.90 cm1.02 to 1.54 in
Width33.40 cm13.15 in
Depth23.70 cm9.33 in
Weight (with optical drive, hard drive, and battery)2.49 kg5.49 lbs
Input power  
Operating voltage18.5 V dc —19.0 V dc
Operating current3.5 A or 4.74 A
Temperature
  
Operating (not writing to optical disc)0°C to 35°C32°F to 95°F
Operating (writing to optical disc)5°C to 35°C41°F to 95°F
Nonoperating-20°C to 60°C-4°F to 140°F
Relative humidity  
Operating10% to 90% 
Nonoperating5% to 95% 
Maximum altitude (unpressurized)  
Operating (14.7 to 10.1 psia)-15 m to 3,048 m-50 ft to 10,000 ft
Nonoperating (14.7 to 4.4 psia)-15 m to 12,192 m-50 ft to 40,000 ft
Shock  
Operating125 g, 2 ms, half-sine
Nonoperating200 g, 2 ms, half-sine
Random vibration
  
Operating 0.75 g zero-to-peak, 10 Hz to 500 Hz, 0.25 oct/min sweep rate
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