HP PAVILION ZE4900 (01) PDF DOCUMENT

The HP PAVILION ZE4900 notebook and related models have the following features, which may vary by specific model:

Processors:

• Intel Pentium M 755 (2.0-GHz) with 400-MHz front side bus (FSB)

• Intel Pentium M 745 (1.8-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Pentium M 735 (1.7-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Pentium M 725 (1.6-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Pentium M 715 (1.5-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Pentium M 705 TJ85 (1.6- and 1.5-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Celeron M 350 (1.3-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Celeron M 340 (1.5-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Celeron M 330 (1.4-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

• Intel Celeron M 320 (1.3-GHz) with 400-MHz FSB

Display:

• 15.0-inch SXGA (1400 × 1050) or 15.0- or 14.1-inch XGA (1024 × 768) TFT display with over 16.8 million colors.

Storage and Memory:

• 60-, 40-, or 30-GB high-capacity hard drive.

• Diskette drive (HP Compaq nx9040 notebook model only).

• 256-MB DDR synchronous DRAM (SDRAM) at 333 MHz, expandable to 2.0 GB or 1.0 GB.

Operating System:

• Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional.

Input and Networking:

• Full-size Windows keyboard with embedded numeric keypad.

• TouchPad pointing device with on button and dedicated two-way scroll region.

• Integrated 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet local area network (LAN) network interface card (NIC) with RJ-45 jack.

• Integrated high-speed 56K modem with RJ-11 jack.

• Integrated wireless support for Mini PCI IEEE 802.11b/g WLAN device (select models only).

PC Card Slots:

• Support for 1 or 2 Type II PC Card slots, with support for both 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards (HP Compaq nx9040 models only).

• Support for 2 Type I PC Card slots, with support for both 32-bit (CardBus) and 16-bit PC Cards (all other models).

Power and Audio:

• External 65-watt AC adapter with 3-wire power cord.

• 6-cell or 8-cell Li-Ion battery pack.

• Altec Lansing stereo speakers with volume up and down buttons (HP Pavilion ze4900 models only).

Connectors:

• External monitor

• 2 Universal Serial Bus (USB) v. 2.0

• RJ-11 (modem)

• RJ-45 (network)

• Audio-out (headphone)

• Audio-in (microphone)

• Power

• IEEE 1394 digital (select models only)

• S-Video (select models only)

• Infrared (select HP Compaq nx9040 notebooks only)

• Parallel (select HP Compaq nx9040 notebooks only)

• Serial (select HP Compaq nx9040 notebooks only)

Optical Drives:

• 24X Max DVD+RW/R and CD-RW Combo Drive (HP Compaq nx9040 and nx9030 select models only)

• 8X Max DVD-ROM Drive

• 24X Max CD-ROM Drive (HP Compaq nx9040, nx9030, and nx9020 select models only)

• 24X Max DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive

If the Windows operating system or the notebook stops responding and you cannot turn it off normally, try the following steps in the order listed:

1. Press the power button to attempt a restart.

2. If possible, shut down Windows by pressing ctrl+alt+del, and then selecting Shut Down > Restart.

3. Press and hold the power button for about 4 seconds until the display shuts down. Then press the power button again to restart.

4. Use a ballpoint pen or a straightened paper clip to press the reset button located on the bottom of the notebook.

To boot from a CD, such as a Recovery disc, follow these steps:

1. Insert a bootable CD into the optical drive.

2. Restart the notebook.

3. Press the esc key when the HP logo appears.

4. Select the optical drive as the temporary boot device from the menu that appears.

The components on the front and right side of the HP PAVILION ZE4900 are detailed in the table below.

The components on the rear and left side of the HP PAVILION ZE4900 are described below.

The keyboard components and their functions on the HP PAVILION ZE4900 are as follows:

The components on the top of the HP PAVILION ZE4900 are described below.

The components on the bottom of all notebook models covered in this guide are as follows:

To access the Computer Setup utility, follow these steps:

1. Turn on or restart the notebook.

2. Press the f10 key while the “Press <F10> to enter Setup” message is displayed in the lower-left corner of the screen.

• To change the language, press f2.

• To view navigation information, press f1.

• To return to the Computer Setup menu, press esc.

3. Use the arrow keys to select the File, Security, Tools, or Advanced menu.

To exit Computer Setup, choose one of the following options:

• To exit without saving changes: Use the arrow keys to select File > Ignore changes and exit, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

• To exit and save changes: Use the arrow keys to select File > Save changes and exit, and then follow the instructions on the screen. Your preferences are set when you exit and take effect when the notebook restarts.

To return all settings in Computer Setup to their factory default values, follow these steps:

1. Open Computer Setup by turning on or restarting the notebook and pressing f10 when prompted.

2. Use the arrow keys to select File > Restore defaults.

3. Select the Restore Defaults check box.

4. To confirm the restoration, press f10.

5. Select File > Save changes and exit, and then follow the instructions on the screen. The factory settings will be restored when the computer restarts.

The Computer Setup utility includes File, Security, Tools, and Advanced menus with the following options:

File Menu

Security Menu

Tools Menu

Advanced Menu

You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures for the HP PAVILION ZE4900:

• Magnetic screwdriver

• Phillips P0 screwdriver

• Flat-bladed screwdriver

• Tool kit—includes connector removal tool, loopback plugs, and case utility tool

Please observe the following service considerations during disassembly and assembly procedures:

General:

• As you remove each subassembly, place it and its accompanying screws away from the work area to prevent damage.

Plastic Parts:

• Use care when handling plastic parts to avoid damage from excessive force. Apply pressure only at the points designated in the maintenance instructions.

Cables and Connectors:

• Handle cables with extreme care. Apply only the tension required to unseat or seat them. Handle cables by the connector whenever possible. Avoid bending, twisting, or tearing cables. Ensure cables are routed correctly so they are not caught or snagged by other parts during reassembly.

Removable Drives:

• Before removing a hard drive, shut down the notebook completely.

• Before removing an optical or diskette drive, ensure no media is inside.

• Discharge static electricity before handling a drive and avoid touching the connector.

• Handle drives on surfaces covered with shock-proof foam.

• Avoid dropping drives or exposing them to magnetic fields, temperature extremes, or liquids.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD):

• Many electronic components are sensitive to ESD. A static discharge can destroy components. To prevent this, use proper grounding precautions at your workstation.

• Use a wrist strap connected to a properly grounded work surface.

• Cover the workstation with approved static-shielding material.

• Keep the work area free of nonconductive materials like ordinary plastic or Styrofoam.

• Handle components by their case or laminate, avoiding contact with pins, leads, or circuitry.

• Turn off power and input signals before inserting or removing connectors.

The following chart outlines the sequence for disassembling the HP PAVILION ZE4900 notebook and the number of screws involved for each step.

Before you begin any removal or installation procedures, you must prepare the notebook by following these steps:

1. Shut down the notebook. If you are unsure whether it is off or in Hibernation, turn it on and then shut it down through the operating system.

2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the notebook.

3. Disconnect the power cord.

4. Remove the battery pack:

a. Turn the notebook upside down with the front panel toward you.

b. Slide and hold the battery release latch toward the back of the notebook.

c. Use the notch in the battery bezel to slide the battery pack to the left and remove it.

5. Remove the hard drive:

a. Remove the two rubber screw covers that conceal the hard drive retention screws.

b. Remove the two PM2.0×6.0 screws that secure the hard drive.

c. Use the notch in the hard drive bezel to slide the hard drive forward and remove it from the notebook.

Follow these steps to remove and replace a memory module:

1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly (shut down, disconnect power, remove battery).

2. Turn the notebook upside down and locate the memory module compartment cover.

3. Loosen the two PM2.0×4.0 screws that secure the cover.

4. Lift the back edge of the cover and swing it forward to remove it.

5. To remove a module, spread the two retaining tabs on each side of the memory module socket. The module will pop up at an angle.

6. Pull the memory module away from the socket at a 45-degree angle to remove it.

7. To install a new module, insert it into the socket at a 45-degree angle, and then press it down until the retaining tabs click into place.

8. Replace the compartment cover and tighten the screws.

To remove and replace the Mini PCI communications board:

1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly.

2. Locate the Mini PCI compartment on the bottom of the notebook.

3. Loosen the two PM2.0×4.0 screws securing the cover, lift the front edge, and remove it.

4. Make note of which antenna cable connects to which clip on the board.

5. Carefully disconnect the wireless antenna cables from the board.

6. Spread the two retaining tabs that secure the board. The board will pop up.

7. Remove the board by pulling it away from the socket at a 45-degree angle.

8. To install a new board, reverse the procedure. Ensure the antenna cables are reconnected to the correct clips.

Step 1: Remove the Keyboard Cover

1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly.

2. Position the notebook with the rear panel toward you and remove the two PM2.0x6.0 screws that secure the keyboard cover.

3. Turn the notebook display-side up and open it as far as possible.

4. Press and hold the f3, f8, f11, and home keys sequentially, using a flat tool at each key to gently separate the cover from the notebook.

5. Lift the cover up to remove it.

Step 2: Remove the Keyboard

1. With the keyboard cover removed, remove the three PM2.0x4.0 screws and the one PM2.0x3.0 screw that secure the keyboard.

2. Lift the back edge of the keyboard and swing it forward until it rests on the palm rest.

3. Release the zero insertion force (ZIF) connector to which the keyboard cable is attached.

4. Disconnect the cable and remove the keyboard.

To install a new keyboard, reverse these procedures.

To remove the optical drive, follow these steps:

1. Prepare the notebook for disassembly and remove the keyboard cover and keyboard.

2. Remove the PM2.0x8.0 screw and the PM2.0x4.0 screw that secure the optical drive to the notebook chassis.

3. Push on the back of the optical drive to disconnect it from the system board.

4. Slide the optical drive out of the bay to remove it.

To remove the entire display assembly:

1. Prepare the notebook and remove the keyboard cover and keyboard.

2. Remove the two PM2.0x5.0 screws that secure the wireless antenna boards.

3. Disconnect the main display cable from the system board.

4. Remove the six PM2.0x6.0 screws that secure the display hinges to the top of the notebook base.

5. Position the notebook with the rear panel toward you and the display perpendicular to the notebook.

6. Remove the two PM2.0x6.0 screws from the rear that secure the display.

7. Lift the display assembly straight up to remove it.

To remove the processor, you must first remove several other components, including the keyboard, top cover, and heat sink.

1. Follow the disassembly procedures to remove all prerequisite components and gain access to the system board.

2. Disconnect the fan cable from the system board.

3. Remove the three PM1.5×5.0 screws that secure the heat sink to the notebook.

4. Remove the heat sink. Carefully clean any old thermal pad residue from the heat sink and processor surfaces.

5. On the processor socket, turn the processor locking screw a quarter-turn counterclockwise until you feel a click.

6. Lift the processor straight up and remove it from the socket.

When reinstalling, ensure the gold triangle on the processor aligns with the corresponding mark on the socket, and always use a new thermal pad between the processor and heat sink.

The physical and environmental specifications for the HP PAVILION ZE4900 notebook are as follows:

The power cord set for the HP PAVILION ZE4900 must meet the following general requirements:

• The length must be at least 1.5 m (5.0 ft) and a maximum of 2.0 m (6.5 ft).

• It must be approved by an accredited agency in the country where it will be used.

• It must have a minimum current capacity of 10 amps and a nominal voltage rating of 125 or 250 V AC, as required by the country’s power system.

• The appliance coupler must meet the EN 60 320/IEC 320 Standard Sheet C13 connector configuration to mate with the appliance inlet on the notebook.