Page 3 - Safety warning notice
Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard,flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional ...
Page 4 - Table of contents
Table of contents 1 Product description ........................................................................................................................................ 1 2 External component identification ........................................................................................
Page 7 - Product description
1 Product description Category Description HP3115m HP3125 Product Name HP 3125 Notebook PC √ HP 3115m Notebook PC √ Processors AMD® E450 1.65-GHz processor (1.0-MB L2 cache, 1333-MHz, dual core, 18W) √ AMD E300 1.30-GHz processor (1.0-MB L2 cache, 1066-MHz, dual core, 18 W) √ AMD E2-2000, 1.75 GHz p...
Page 11 - External component identification
2 External component identification Display Item Component Description (1) Internal display switch Turns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display isclosed while the power is on. NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the outside of the computer. (2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive...
Page 16 - Lights
Lights Item Component Description (1) Power light ● White: The computer is on. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. (2) Mute light ● Amber: Computer sound is off. ● Off: Computer sound is on. (3) Wireless light ● White: An integrated wir...
Page 17 - Front
TouchPad Item Component Description (1) TouchPad light ● On: The TouchPad is off. ● Off: The TouchPad is on. (2) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. Quickly double-tap theTouchPad on/off button to turn the TouchPad on and off. (3) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or acti...
Page 18 - Left side
Left side Item Component Description (1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (2) Battery light ● White: The computer is connected to externalpower. If a battery installed, the battery isfully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to externalpower and the battery is charging. ● Off: The com...
Page 20 - Bottom
Bottom Item Component Description (1) Battery bay Holds the battery. (2) SIM slot (select models only) Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM).The SIM slot is located inside the battery bay. (3) Battery/service cover latch Releases the battery from the battery bay. (4) Vent Enables airf...
Page 21 - Illustrated parts catalog; Service tag and PCID label; Service tag
3 Illustrated parts catalog Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and modeldescription provided on the service tag. ● Product name (1) . This is the product name affixed to the front of the computer. ● Serial number (...
Page 22 - PCID label
PCID label The PCID label provides the information required to properly reset the notebook firmware (BIOS)back to factory shipped specifications when replacing the system board. The label may have adifferent number of characters depending on the operating system on the computer. Windows 8 models Non...
Page 26 - Display assembly subcomponents
Display assembly subcomponents Item Component Spare part number (1) Display bezel (includes display lid switch magnet) For use in 3115m models 669025-001 For use in 3125 models 714296-001 (2) Webcamera module 659516-001 Display Hinge Kit ,includes: 659499-001 (3a) Left and right hinges (3b) Left and...
Page 28 - Mass storage devices
Mass storage devices Item Component Spare part number (1) Hard drive (does not include the hard drive bracket, connector cable, isolators, or screws): 500-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm 669299-001 320-GB, 7200-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm (for use only in HP 3115m models) 634862-002 320-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm ...
Page 32 - Removal and replacement procedures; Preliminary replacement requirements; Tools required; Service considerations; Plastic parts
4 Removal and replacement procedures Preliminary replacement requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screwdriver ● Magnetic screwdriver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers Service considerations The following secti...
Page 33 - Drive handling; Grounding guidelines; Electrostatic discharge damage
Drive handling CAUTION: Drives are fragile components that must be handled with care. To prevent damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before removing or inserting a hard drive, shut down the computer. If you are unsure whetherthe computer is o...
Page 38 - Computer feet
Item Component Description (4) Warranty period This number describes the duration of the warrantyperiod for the computer. (5) Model description This is the alphanumeric identifier used to locatedocuments, drivers, and support for the computer. Computer feet The computer feet are adhesive-backed rubb...
Page 39 - Battery
Battery Description Spare part number 6-cell, 55-Whr, 2.55-Ah Li-ion battery 646757-001 Before disassembling the computer, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turnthe computer on, and then shut it down through the operating ...
Page 40 - SIM
SIM NOTE: The SIM is provided by the end-user as a security measure for the WWAN module. The SIM should be removed, placed into a static-dissipative container, and then replaced when the computeris reassembled. Before removing the SIM, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure...
Page 41 - Display panel
Display panel Description Spare part number 11.6-in, LED, HD, BrightView SVA display panel 668353-001 Before removing the display panel, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turnthe computer on, and then shut it down through ...
Page 44 - WLAN module
WLAN module Description Spare part number WLAN module for use in HP 3115m models: Ralink 3592BC8 802.11a/b/g/n 2×2 WiFi and Bluetooth 3.0+HS Combo Adapter 630813-001 Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6230 WLAN module (802.11a/b/g/n + Bluetooth) 636672-001 WLAN module for use in HP 3125 models: Intel Centrin...
Page 47 - WWAN module
WWAN module NOTE: This section applies only to computer models equipped with an Intel processor. Description Spare part number HP hs2340 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module for use in HP 3115m models 632155-001 CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless mo...
Page 49 - RTC battery
RTC battery Description Spare part number For use only on computer models with WWAN compatibility 664994-001 For use only on computer models without WWAN compatibility 599516-001 Before removing the RTC battery, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is...
Page 51 - Hard drive
Hard drive NOTE: The hard drive spare part kit does not include the hard drive bracket, connector cable, isolators, or screws. These components are included in the Hard Drive Hardware Kit, spare partnumber 664913-001. Description Spare part number Hard drives: 500-GB, 5400-rpm, SATA, 7.0-mm 669299-0...
Page 53 - Memory module
Memory module Description Spare part number 4-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 641369-001 2-GB memory module (PC3, 12800, 1600-MHz) 652972-001 Before removing a memory module, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turnt...
Page 54 - Keyboard
Keyboard NOTE: The keyboard spare part kit includes a keyboard cable. For use in country or region: Spare part number: For use in country or region: Spare part number: Keyboard in charcoal finish for use in HP 3115m models: Canada 659500-121 Latin America 659500-161 Tthe United States 659500-001 Key...
Page 58 - Display assembly
Display assembly NOTE: The display assembly subcomponents are spared as individual components. Before removing the display assembly subcomponents, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turnthe computer on, and then shut it dow...
Page 62 - Top cover
i. Remove the wireless antenna cables and transceivers (6) . The WLAN antenna are available in the Wireless Antenna Kit, spare part number 659492-001. Reverse this procedure to reassemble and install the display assembly. Top cover Description Spare part number Top cover in charcoal finish (includes...
Page 64 - Speakers
7. Remove the four Phillips PM2.5×7.0 screws that secure the top cover to the computer. 8. Lift the rear edge of the top cover (1) until the left and right sides disengage from the base enclosure. 9. Remove the top cover (2) . Reverse this procedure to install the top cover. Speakers Description Spa...
Page 66 - TouchPad button board
TouchPad button board Description Spare part number TouchPad button board (includes cable) 664993-001 Before removing the TouchPad button board, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turnthe computer on, and then shut it down ...
Page 67 - System board
System board NOTE: The system board spare part kit includes replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number System board for use in HP 3115m models: AMD E450 processor and WWAN capability 659512-001 AMD E450 processor but not WWAN capability 659511-001 AMD E300 processor and WWAN capabil...
Page 69 - Power connector cable
Power connector cable Description Spare part number Power connector cable (includes bracket) 664995-001 Before removing the power connector cable, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turnthe computer on, and then shut it dow...
Page 72 - Heat sink
Heat sink Description Spare part number Heat sink (includes replacement thermal material) 664999-001 NOTE: To properly ventilate the computer, allow at least 7.6 cm (3 in) of clearance on the left side of the computer. The computer uses an electric fan for ventilation. The fan is controlled by atemp...
Page 74 - Using Computer Setup; Starting Computer Setup; Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup
5 Computer Setup (BIOS) and AdvancedSystem Diagnostics in Windows 7 Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the inputand output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer).Computer Setup inclu...
Page 75 - Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup
To exit Computer Setup menus, choose one of the following methods: ● To exit Computer Setup menus without saving your changes: Click the Exit icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. – or – Use the tab key and the arrow keys to select File > Ignore ...
Page 76 - Updating the BIOS; Determining the BIOS version; Downloading a BIOS update
Updating the BIOS Updated versions of the BIOS may be available on the HP website. Most BIOS updates on the HP website are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs . Some download packages contain a file named Readme.txt, which contains information regardinginstalling and troubleshooting the fil...
Page 84 - Specifications; Computer specifications
7 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Width 29.16 cm 11.48 in Depth 2.15 cm 8.46 in Height (front to back) 2.11 to 3.19 cm 0.83 to 1.26 in Weight With 6-cell battery 1.60 kg 3.53 lb With 3-cell battery 1.46 kg 3.22 lb Input power Operating voltage and current 18.5 V dc @ 3....
Page 86 - Hard drive specifications
Hard drive specifications *640-GB *500-GB *320-GB *250-GB Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm 9.5 and 7.0 mm 9.5 and 7.0 mm Length 100.2 mm 100.4 mm 100.4 mm 100.4 mm Width 69.9 mm 69.9 mm 69.9 mm 69.9 mm Weight 98 g 110 g 110 g 110 g Interface type SATA SATA SATA SATA Transfer rate Synchronous (maximum...
Page 87 - Backup and recovery in Windows 7
8 Backup and recovery in Windows 7 To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders,back up your entire hard drive (select models only), create system repair discs (select models only)with an optional external optical drive, or create system restore...
Page 88 - Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator; Creating recovery media; Backing up your information
Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator HP Recovery Disc Creator is a software program that offers an alternative way to create recoverymedia. After you successfully set up the computer, you can create recovery media using HPRecovery Disc Creator. This recovery media performs a system ...
Page 89 - Performing a system recovery; Using the Windows recovery tools
NOTE: DVDs and DVDs with double-layer (DL) support store more information than CDs, so using them for backup reduces the number of recovery discs required. ● When backing up to discs, number each disc before inserting it into the external drive. To create a backup using Backup and Restore: NOTE: Be ...
Page 90 - Using f11 recovery tools
CAUTION: Using Startup Repair completely erases hard drive contents and reformats the hard drive. All files you have created and any software installed on the computer are permanentlyremoved. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as wellas the drivers, so...
Page 91 - Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately)
Using a Windows 7 operating system DVD (purchased separately) To order a Windows 7 operating system DVD, go to the HP website. For U.S. support, go to http:// www.hp.com/go/contactHP . For worldwide support, go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/ wwcontact_us.html . You can also order the DVD by...
Page 92 - Backup and recovery in Windows 8
9 Backup and recovery in Windows 8 To protect your information, use Windows Backup and Restore to back up individual files and folders,back up your entire hard drive, create system repair media (select models only) by using an optionalexternal optical drive, or create system restore points. In case ...
Page 94 - Using Windows 8 operating system media (purchased separately)
3. If the Windows partition and the HP Recovery partition are listed, restart the computer. AfterWindows has loaded, press and hold the shift key while clicking Restart . 4. Select Troubleshoot , select Advanced Options , and then select Automatic Repair . 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE:...
Page 95 - Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery; Remove everything and reinstall Windows
3. When prompted, press any keyboard key. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. After the repair is completed: 1. Eject the Windows 8 operating system media and then insert the Driver Recovery media. 2. Install the Hardware Enabling Drivers first, and then install Recommended Applications. Using Win...
Page 96 - Using HP Software Setup
To use the f11 key: 1. Press f11 while the computer boots. – or – Press and hold f11 as you press the power button. 2. Select Troubleshoot from the boot options menu. 3. Select Reset your PC , and follow the on-screen instructions. To use the Start screen: 1. On the Start screen, point to the far-ri...
Page 97 - 0 Power cord set requirements; Requirements for all countries
10 Power cord set requirements The wide-range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to120 volts AC, or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 3-conductor power cord set included with the computer meets the requirements for use in thecountry or region where the equ...
Page 98 - Requirements for specific countries and regions
Requirements for specific countries and regions Country/region Accredited agency Applicable note number Argentina IRAM 1 Australia SAA 1 Austria OVE 1 Belgium CEBEC 1 Brazil ABNT 1 Canada CSA 2 Chile IMQ 1 Denmark DEMKO 1 Finland FIMKO 1 France UTE 1 Germany VDE 1 India ISI 1 Israel SII 1 Italy IMQ ...
Page 101 - Index
Index A AC adapter, spare part number 23, 25 Action keys 9advanced system diagnostics 71, 76 antenna locations 5removal 55spare part number 21, 23, 56 Antenna Kit, spare part number 21, 56 audio, product description 2audio-in jack 13audio-out jack 13 B Backup and Restore 83, 87base enclosure, spare ...
