HP Pavilion Tx1200 Notebook Pc Series Service Guide

Display components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Internal microphonesRecord sound.
(2)Integrated camera (select models only)Records video and captures still photographs.
(3)Display release latchOpens the computer.
(4)DVD buttonOpens DVD software.
●When the computer is on, press the button to open the
default DVD program and start a DVD in the optical
drive.
● When the computer is off, press the button to open
QuickPlay and start a DVD in the optical drive.
● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the...

ItemComponentFunction
(6)Mobility Center buttonOpens Mobility Center.
(7)Rotate buttonRotates the screen image clockwise into 4 orientations:
landscape primary, landscape secondary, portrait primary,
and portrait secondary.
(8)Convertible hingeSwivels the display and converts the computer from
traditional notebook mode into slate mode or vice versa. In
slate mode, the display is rotated and folded flat, so that you
can view content while carrying the computer.
(9)Drive lightBlinking: The hard drive or...

Front components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Display release latchOpens the computer.
(2)Power switch*●When the computer is off, slide the power switch to the
right to turn on the computer.
● When the computer is on, slide the power switch to the
right to initiate Sleep.
● When the computer is in the Sleep state, slide the
power switch to the right briefly to exit Sleep.
● When the computer is in Hibernation, slide the power
switch to the right briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped...

ItemComponentFunction
(9)Wireless light●Blue: An integrated wireless
 device, such as a wireless
local area network (LAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device, is turned on.
● Amber: All wireless devices are turned off.
*This table describes factory settings. For 
information about changing factory settings, refer to the user guides located in He lp
and Support.
Right-side components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Previous/rewind button● Plays the previous track or chapter when the button is
pressed once.
●...

ItemComponentFunction
(11)S-Video-out jackConnects an optional S-Video device such as a television,
VCR, camcorder, overhead projector, or video capture
card.
(12) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION:
To prevent overheating, do not
obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat
surface. Do not allow anot her hard surface, such as
an adjoining optional prin ter, or a soft surface,
such as pillows or thick rugs or clothing, to block
airflow.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up...

Rear components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)VentEnables airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION:To prevent overheating, do not
obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard,
flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface,
such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or  thick rugs or clothing, to
block airflow.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically
to cool internal components and prevent
overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle
on and off during...

Bottom components
ItemComponentFunction
(1)Vents (6)Enable airflow to cool internal components.
CAUTION:To prevent overheating, do not
obstruct vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat
surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as
an adjoining optional printe r, or a soft surface, such
as pillows or thick rugs or  clothing, to block airflow.
NOTE:The computer fan starts up automatically
to cool internal co mponents and prevent
overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle
on and off...

ItemComponentFunction
NOTE:To prevent an unresponsive system and
the display of a warning message, replace with
only a wireless module device authorized for use in
the computer by the governmental agency that
regulates wireless devices in your country or
region. If you replace the  device and then receive
a warning message, remove the device to restore
computer functionality. Then contact technical
support through Help and Support.
(7)Battery release latchReleases the battery fr om the battery bay....

3Unknown user password
If the computer you are servicing has an unknown user password, follow these steps to clear the password.
NOTE: These steps also clear CMOS.
Before disassembling the computer, 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 device
s connected to the computer.
3 . Disconnect the power cord.
4 . Remove the battery (see...

4Illustrated parts catalog
Serial number location
When ordering parts or requesting information, pr ovide the computer serial number and model number
located on the bottom of the computer.
ENWW Serial number location 15