Compaq 1256 Laptop User Manual


 
United States January 3, 2003
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Presario 1200 Series
Models: 1255, 1256, 1260, 1262, 1266, 1267, 1272, 1273, 1274, and 1275
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 1200 Series Portable Computers.
Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Compaq Presario 1200
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.
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 1200 Series Portable Computer documentation set
Introducing Windows 95 Guide
Service Training Guides
Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins
Compaq QuickFind
Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide
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