HP Pavilion Dx6500 Notebook Pc Series Service Guide

Memory module
DescriptionSpare part number
2048-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2)453774-001
1024-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2)446495-001
512-MB (PC2-5300, 667-MHz, DDR2) 446494-001
Before removing the memory module, 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...

5.Remove the module (2) by pulling it away from the slot at an angle.
NOTE:Memory modules are designed with a notch (3) to prevent incorrect installation into the
memory module slot.
Reverse this procedure to install a memory module.
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RTC battery
NOTE:Removing the RTC battery and leaving it uninstalled for 5 or more minutes causes all passwords
and CMOS settings to be cleared.
DescriptionSpare part number
RTC battery (includes double-sided tape) 449729-001
Before removing the RTC battery, 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....

WLAN module
DescriptionSpare part number
Intel 802.11a/g/n WLAN module441086-001
Intel 802.11a/b/g WLAN module 451861-001
Before removing the WLAN module, 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...

Reverse this procedure to install a WLAN module.
Optical drive
NOTE:All optical drive spare part kits include an optical drive bezel.
DescriptionSpare part number
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive with LightScribe459253-001
DVD±RW and CD-RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Combo Drive 459252-001
Before removing the optical drive, 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...

6.Remove the two Phillips PM2.0×4.0 screws (1) that secure the optical drive bracket to the optical
drive.
7.Remove the optical drive bracket (2).
Reverse the above procedure to reassemble and install the optical drive.
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Switch cover
DescriptionSpare part number
Switch cover (includes LED board and cable) 446512-001
Before removing the switch cover, 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...

4.Lift the rear edge of the switch cover and swing it forward until it rests on the keyboard.
5.Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector (1) to which the power button board is connected,
and disconnect the cable (2) from the power button board.
6.Disconnect the microphone cable (3) from the power button board.
7.Release the ZIF connector (4) to which the LED board is connected and disconnect the cable (5)
from the power button board.
8.Remove the switch cover.
Reverse this procedure to install...

Speaker assembly
DescriptionSpare part number
Speaker assembly (includes cables) 431447-001
Before removing the speaker assembly, 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...

Power button board
DescriptionSpare part number
Power button board (includes power button board cable) 431437-001
Before removing the power button board, 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...