United States January 3, 2003
Presario 1600 Series
Models: 1683, 1685, 1687, 1688, 1690, 1692, 1693, and 1694
Before You Begin Specifications Parts Catalog
Removal Sequence Troubleshooting Battery Operations
Product Description Pin Assignments
Index
Preface
This Maintenance and Service Guide is a troubleshooting guide that can be used for reference when
servicing the Compaq Presario Series Portable Computers.
Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Compaq Presario Series
Portable Computers without notice.
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The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout this guide.
WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the
warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could
result in damage to equipment or loss of data.
IMPORTANT:
Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions.
NOTE:
Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of
information.
Technician Notes
WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should repair this
equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only
subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards
and subassemblies, the user should not attempt to make repairs at the component
level or to make modifications to any printed circuit board. Improper repairs can create
a safety hazard. Any indications of component replacement or printed circuit board
modifications may void any warranty
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Serial Number
When requesting information or ordering spare parts, the computer serial number should be
provided to Compaq. The serial number is located on the bottom of the computer.
Locating Additional Information
The following documentation is available to support this product:
● Compaq Presario Series Portable Computer documentation set
● Introducing Windows 98 Guide
● Service Training Guides
● Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins
● Compaq QuickFind
● Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide
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