HP E3U93UTABA - Manual

1 Product description Category Description Product Name HP ProBook 430 G1 Notebook PC Processors All processors soldered onto system board. Intel® Core™ i7-4500U, 1.80-GHz/3.0-GHz core turbo, 4-MB L3 cache/Intel HDGraphics 4400 Intel Core i5-4250U, 1.30-GHz/2.6-GHz core turbo, 3-MB L3 cache/Intel HD...

2 External component identification Display - Windows models Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLAN). (2) WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to co...

Display - SLED models Component Description (1) WLAN antennas (2)* (select models only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wirelesslocal area networks (WLAN). (2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound. (3) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use. (4) Webcam Records video and capture...

Top TouchPad Component Description (1) TouchPad on/off button Turns the TouchPad on and off. (2) TouchPad zone Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on thescreen. (3) Left TouchPad button Functions like the left button on an external mouse. (4) Right TouchPad button Functions like the rig...

Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) Component Description (1) Power button ● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on thecomputer. ● (Windows 8) When the computer is in the Sleep state,press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● (SLED) When the computer is in the Suspend s...

Component Description (3) Wireless button (select models only) Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish awireless connection. NOTE: (SLED) A wireless connection may be established if one has been previously configured. (4) Volume mute button Mutes and restores speaker sound. (5) F...

Left Component Description (1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from beingmishandled or stolen. (2) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The comp...

Bottom Component Description (1) Battery release latches (2) Releases the battery. (2) Battery bay Holds the battery. (3) Vent Enable airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It isnormal for the internal ...

Service tag and PCID label Service tag When ordering parts or requesting information, provide the computer serial number and model description provided on the service tag. ● Warranty period (1) . This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for the computer. ● Model name (2) ...

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 a different number of characters depending on the operating system on the computer. 18 Chapter 2 Exter...

3 Illustrated parts catalog Computer major components Computer major components 19

Display components Item Description Spare part number (1) Display bezel 731994-001 (2) Webcam module 721543-001 (3) Display Hinge Kit (includes left and right hinges) 731996-001 (4) Display rear cover (includes WLAN and WWAN antennas and transceivers) 731995-001 22 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalo...

Mass storage devices Description Spare part number (1) Hard drives 500-GB, 5400-rpm 683802-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm 703267-001 128-GB solid-state drive 737584-001 120-GB solid-state drive (M.2) 731998-001 (2) Hard Drive Hardware Kit (includes hard drive bracket and screws; bracket illustrated) 727763-00...

4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminaryrequirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Flat-bladed screwdriver ● Phillips P0 and P1 screwdrivers ● Torx T8 screwdriver Service considerations The following sections include so...

Grounding guidelines Electrostatic discharge damage Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Circuitry design and structure determine the degree of sensitivity. Networks built into many integrated circuits provide some protection, but in many cases, ESD contains enough p...

Equipment guidelines Grounding equipment must include either a wrist strap or a foot strap at a grounded workstation. ● When seated, wear a wrist strap connected to a grounded system. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of one megohm ±10% resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper...

5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts CAUTION: The Customer Self-Repair program is not available in all locations. Installing a part not supported by the Customer Self-Repair program may void your warranty. Check your warranty to determine if Customer Self-Repair is sup...

Hard drive NOTE: All hard drive spare part kits include a hard drive bracket and screws. Description Spare part number 500-GB, 5400-rpm hard drive 683802-001 500-GB, 7200-rpm hard drive 703267-001 128-GB solid-state drive 737584-001 120-GB solid-state drive (M.2) 731998-001 Hard Drive Hardware Kit (...

SIM NOTE: This section applies only to computer models with WWAN capability. 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 computer is reassembled. Before removing...

Memory modules Description Spare part number 2-GB memory module (PC3L-12800, 1600-MHz, DDR3) 691739-001 4-GB memory module (PC3L-12800, 1600-MHz, DDR3) 691740-001 8-GB memory module (PC3L-12800, 1600-MHz, DDR3) 693374-001 Before removing the memory module, follow these steps: 1. Shut down the comput...

WWAN module CAUTION: The WWAN module and the WLAN module are not interchangeable. NOTE: M.2 SSD and WWAN devices share the same connector; therefore, you cannot install both devices at the same time. Description Spare part number HP lt4112 LTE/HSPA+ Gobi 4G Module 704031-001 HP hs3110 HSPA+ Mobile B...

WLAN/Bluetooth combo card The computer uses a card that provides both WLAN and Bluetooth functionality. CAUTION: The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable. Description Spare part number Realtek RTL8188EE 802.11bgn Wi-Fi Adapter 709848-001 Mediatek MT7630E 802.11bgn Wi-Fi Adapter an...

6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized ServiceProvider parts CAUTION: Components described in this chapter should only be accessed by an authorized service provider. Accessing these parts can damage the computer or void the warranty. Component replacement procedures NOTE: Details about ...

Fingerprint reader board NOTE: All fingerprint reader assembly spare part kits include cable, bracket, grommet, and screw) Description Spare part number Fingerprint reader board (includes cable, bracket, grommet, and screw) 727764-001 Before removing the fingerprint reader board, follow these steps:...

Power button board Description Spare part number Power button board (includes cable) 727760-001 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 ...

Display assembly All display assemblies include WLAN antenna transceivers and cables. WWAN models include 2 WWAN antenna transceivers and cables. Description Spare partnumber Display assembly for use in models without WWAN 727758-001 Display assembly for use in models with WWAN 731997-001 Before rem...

Power connector cable The power connector cable is included in the Cable Kit, spare part number 727757-001. 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, turn the computer on, and then shut i...

System board NOTE: All system board spare part kits include replacement thermal material. Description Spare part number System board for use in models with Intel Core i7 4500u processors: Non-Windows 8 models 727772-001 Windows 8 Standard models 727772-501 Windows 8 Professional models 727772-601 Sy...

7 Computer Setup (BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Windows 7 – Computer Setup (BIOS) and AdvancedSystem Diagnostics Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, displ...

4. Follow the on-screen instructions. 5. To save your changes and exit, click the Save icon in the lower-left corner of the screen, and then follow the on-screen instructions. – or – Use the arrow keys to select File > Save Changes and Exit , and then press enter . Your changes go into effect whe...

Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is runn...

Main menu Select To do this System information ● View and change the system time and date. ● View identification information about your computer. ● View specification information about the processor,memory size, and system BIOS. Security menu Select To do this Administrator password Control access t...

Windows 8 – Computer Setup (BIOS) and AdvancedSystem Diagnostics Using Computer Setup Computer Setup, or Basic Input/Output System (BIOS), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Computer Setup includ...

BIOS installation procedures vary. Follow any instructions that are displayed on the screen after the download is complete. If no instructions are displayed, follow these steps: 1. From the Start screen, type e , and then click File Explorer . 2. Click your hard drive designation. The hard drive des...

4. In the MultiBoot Express Popup Delay (Sec) field, enter the length of time in seconds that you want the computer to display the startup location menu before it defaults to the current MultiBoot setting. (When 0 is selected, the Express Boot startup location menu is not displayed.) 5. To save your...

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 ...

8 Specifications Computer specifications Metric U.S. Dimensions Length 23.4 cm 9.19 in Width 32.6 cm 12.83 in Height 2.1 cm 0.83 in Weight (equipped with 1 SODIMM, SSD, WLAN module, 4- cell battery, webcam) 1.5 kg 3.01 lbs Input power Operating voltage 19.0 V dc @ 4.74 A – 90 W or 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A ...

Hard drive specifications 320-GB* 500-GB* Dimensions Height 9.5 mm 9.5 mm Width 70 mm 70 mm Weight 92 g 101 g Interface type SATA Transfer rate 100 MB/sec Security ATA security Seek times (typical read, including setting) Single track 1.5 ms 3 ms Average 13 ms 13 ms Maximum 27 ms 24 ms Logical block...

Specification information in Device Manager Device Manager allows you to view and control the hardware attached to the computer, as well as provides hardware specification information. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows 7 includes the User A...

9 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 the installed optical drive (select models only) or an opt...

Creating recovery media with HP Recovery DiscCreator HP Recovery Disc Creator is a software program that offers an alternative way to create recovery media. After you successfully set up the computer, you can create recovery media using HP Recovery Disc Creator. This recovery media performs a system...

● Save customized settings that appear in a window, toolbar, or menu bar by taking a screen shot of your settings. The screen shot can be a time-saver if you have to reset your preferences. ● When backing up to discs, use any of the following types of discs (purchased separately): CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+R...

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 permanently removed. When reformatting is complete, the recovery process restores the operating system, as well as the drivers, ...

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...

10 Backup and recovery in Windows 8 To protect your information, use Windows backup and restore utilities to back up individual files and folders, back up your entire hard drive, create system repair media (select models only) by using the installed optical drive (select models only) or an optional ...

4. Press f11 while the “Press <F11> for recovery” message is displayed on the screen. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. Using Windows 8 operating system media (purchased separately) To order a Windows 8 operating system DVD, go to http://www.hp.com/support , select your country or region, ...

To start Refresh: 1. From the Start screen, point to the far-right upper or lower corner of the screen to display the charms. 2. Click Settings . 3. Click Change PC settings in the bottom-right corner of the screen, and then select General from the PC settings screen. 4. Scroll the right-side choice...

4. Scroll the right-side choices down to display Remove everything and reinstall Windows . 5. Under Remove everything and reinstall Windows , select Get started , and follow the on-screen instructions. Using HP Software Setup HP Software Setup can be used to reinstall drivers or select software that...

11 Backup and Recovery in SLED Recovery after a system failure is as good as your most recent backup. As you add new software and data files, you should continue to back up your system on a regular basis to maintain a reasonably current backup. Your computer includes tools provided by HP to help you...

4. Once the system has booted, the Boot Options menu should appear. 5. Using the arrow keys, select USB Disk On Key and press enter . NOTE: The description may vary from one USB key to another. Any entry other than Optical Disk Drive, Notebook Hard Drive or Notebook Ethernet should be the USB Recove...

12 Statement of Volatility The purpose of this document is to provide general information regarding non-volatile memory in industry-standards based HP Business Notebook PC systems and provide general instructions for restoring nonvolatile memory that can contain personal data after the system has be...

Questions and answers 1. How can the BIOS settings be restored (returned to factory settings)? a. Turn on or restart the computer and press F10 when prompted near the bottom of the display. b. Select File , then select Restore defaults . c. Follow the on-screen instructions. d. Select File , save ch...

13 Power cord set requirements The wide-range input feature of the computer permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 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 the country or region where the e...

Index A AC adapter, spare part numbers 25, 27 AC adapter/battery light 15 advanced system diagnostics 81 antennas disconnecting 46, 48 audio board removal 58 spare part number 20, 27, 58 audio board cable, illustrated 23 audio, product description 2 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 15 audio-o...