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Presario 1200 Series
Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Using this Guide To effectively use this guide, refer to the list of bookmarks at the left of the screen. These bookmarks help you navigate through the document quickly and easily. They are accessible from anywhere in the Maintenance and Service Guide (MSG). Viewing a Chapter Click one of the bookmarks or one of the color-coded bubbles on the Welcome page to view a chapter of this MSG. Expanding & Hiding Topics Click the + to expand
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Before You Begin Notice The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. This guide contains information protected by copyright. No part of this guide may be photocopied or reproduced in any
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Preface This Maintenance and Service Guide is a troubleshooting guide that is used as a reference guide when servicing the Compaq Presario 1200 Series Notebook Computers. Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Compaq Presario 1200 Series Notebooks without notice. Symbols The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout this guide. WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that a fai
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Locating Additional Information The following documentation is available to support this product: • Compaq Presario 1200XL Series Notebook Computer documentation set Introducing Windows 98 Guide Introducing Windows 2000 Guide Service Training Guides Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins Compaq QuickFind Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES BEFORE YOU BEGIN 3
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 4 BEFORE YOU BEGIN PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Product Description Compaq Presario 1200XL Series Portable Notebook Computer Models and Features Compaq Presario 1200 Series Portable Notebook Models Feature XL101, XL102, XL103 XL104, XL105, XL106 Display 12.1" HPA 12.1" HPA or 13.0" HPA AMD-K6II MMX 450MHz AMD-K6II MMX 450MHz Processor or AMD-K6II MMX 475MHz Hard Drive 4.8GB or 5.0GB 5.0GB CD or DVD Drive 24X CD-ROM 24X CD-ROM Modem 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax Battery
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Compaq Presario 1200 Series Portable Notebook Models Feature XL107 XL108, XL109 Display 13.0" HPA 12.1" TFT/LVDS AMD-K6II MMX 475MHz AMD-K6II MMX 450MHz Processor or AMD-K6II MMX 475MHz Hard Drive 6.0GB 6.0GB CD or DVD Drive 24X CD-ROM 24X CD-ROM or 6X DVD Modem 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax Battery 4.5Ahr NiMH or 3.5Ahr LiOn 3.5Ahr LiOn or 4.5Ahr NiMH System Memory 64MB 32MB or 64MB Compaq Presario 1200 Series Portable N
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Compaq Presario 1200 Series Portable Notebook Models Feature XL118 XL119 13.0" HPA 12.1" TFT Display or 12.1" TFT/LVDS Processor AMD-K6II MMX 500MHz AMD-K6II MMX 475MHz Hard Drive 6.0GB 6.0GB CD or DVD Drive 24X CD-ROM 24X CD-ROM Modem 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax Battery 4.5Ahr NiMH 3.5Ahr LiOn System Memory 64MB 64MB Compaq Presario 1200 Series Portable Notebook Models Feature XL120 XL121 Display 12.1" HPA 12.1" HPA Pr
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Compaq Presario 1200 Series Portable Notebook Models Feature XL125 XL126, XL127 Display 13.3" TFT 13.0" HPA Processor AMD-K6II+ MMX 533MHz AMD-K6II+ MMX 533MHz Hard Drive 6.0GB 6.0GB CD or DVD Drive 6X DVD 24X CD-ROM Modem 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax 56.0Kbps PCI data/fax Battery 3.2Ahr LiOn 3.2Ahr LiOn System Memory 64MB 96MB 4 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Front of Unit # Description # Description Display Headphone Jack 1 6 2 Power (On/Off) Button 7 Microphone Jack 3 Keyboard 8 Right TouchPad Button TouchPad Integrated Speakers and Ports 4 9 5 Left TouchPad Button PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 5
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Front Bezel Lights # Description # Description 1 Power Light 4 Num Lock Light Battery Charging Light Caps Lock Light 2 5 Power Cord Light Scroll Lock Light 3 6 6 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Right-Side Components # Description Battery Compartment 1 CD or DVD Drive Eject Button 2 CD or DVD Drive Manual Eject Hole 3 PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 7
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Left-Side Components # Description # Description 1 PC Card Eject Lever 3 Diskette Drive 2 PC Card Slot 4 Diskette Drive Eject Button 8 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Underside of the Unit # Description Memory Compartment 1 Stand Feet 2 PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 9
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Rear Connectors # Description # Description 1 AC Adapter 5 External VGA Monitor Port 2 Universal Serial Bus 6 Parallel/Printer Port 3 Security Slot 7 Keyboard/Mouse Port 4 Serial Port 8 Modem Jack 10 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1200XL SERIES
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Power Management The following power management features are available for conserving AC power and extending battery operating time: • Power Management Settings Low-Power Modes Battery Operating Life Servicing the Notebook - Full Off Mode Rebooting after a Lockup Recovering from a Loss of Electrical Power Power Management Settings Differing patterns of Notebook use determine the level of power management needed. These
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 The following table shows the default settings for each Power Scheme. Power Schemes AC Power Battery Power Always on (hrs/min/Never) (hrs/min/Never) System Standby Turn OFF Monitor Turn OFF Hard Disks Portable/Laptop AC Power Battery Power System Standby Turn OFF Monitor Turn OFF Hard Disks Home/Office Desk AC Power Battery Power System Standby Turn OFF Monitor Turn OFF Hard Disks Alarms The Notebook can be set to alarm when the batter
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 SpeedStep Technology Modes Does Era have SpeedStep? If so, are the settings listed below correct? SpeedStep Technology features several speed options for processor response to low-power conditions. These include the following settings: Maximum Performance: always at high speed Battery Optimized: always at low speed Reversed: opposite recommended Recommended: performance on AC, Battery Optimized on Battery Disabled: no run
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Presario 1200 Series Models: XL101-XL113, XL115, XL118-XL127 Low-Power Modes Compaq Presario 1200 Series Notebook Computers have two levels of low-power management: Hibernation and Standby (also known as Sleep mode). Hibernation Hibernation helps conserve battery life and protect data. Your Notebook automatically enters Hibernation mode when the battery has little power left or when the Notebook (operating on battery power) is in Standby mode for more than one hour. As the Notebook enters Hi
