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HP Pro Tablet 608 G1 Maintenance and Service Guide IMPORTANT! This document is intended for HP authorized service providers only.
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HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole remedy is to return the...
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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the tablet, do not place the tablet directly on your lap. Do not allow a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation.
Table of contents 1 Product description ............................1 2 External component identification ........................3 3 Illustrated parts catalog ..........................6 Locating the serial number and model number ....................6 Tablet major components ............................7 Miscellaneous parts ............................... 8 Sequential part number listing ..........................9 4 Removal and replacement preliminary requirements ..................
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Updating the BIOS ..............................43 Determining the BIOS version ......................43 Downloading a BIOS update ..........................44 8 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................... 45 Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................45 9 Backup and recovery ............................ 46 Creating recovery media and backups ........................
External component identification Component Description Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, combo jack earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional microphone-only devices.
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Component Description WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the tablet speakers are disabled.
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Component Description (14) ZIF (Zero Insertion Force) expansion slot Allows you to connect accessories such as a keyboard or power supply using the POGO pin connector. *The antennas are not visible from the outside of the tablet. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennas free from obstructions.
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your tablet, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions. The model number (1) and serial number (2) of your tablet are located on the back cover of the tablet. You may need the information when you travel internationally or when you contact support.
Item Component Spare part number (10) System board, includes audio board and thermal pads ● Equipped with Intel Atom x5-Z8500 Quad Core 2 GB RAM memory, 32 GB eMMC, NFC, 823051-401 Windows 8.1 EMB IP (WLAN soldered on) ● Equipped with Intel Atom x5-Z8500 Quad Core 2 GB RAM memory, 64 GB eMMC, NFC, 823052-401 Windows 8.1 EMB IP (WLAN soldered on) ●...
15W + Type C charging micro USB adapter (100% attached) 793116-005 WWAN module, HP It4211, LTE/EV-D0/HSPA+, QCOM MDM9615 Integrated GPS 793516-005 WWAN module, Huawei MU736, HSPA+, Intel XMM6260 3G, integrated GPS: HP hs3110 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module 823033-001 Antenna kit, includes all WLAN, WWAN, and Proximity Sensor antennas...
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Spare part number Description 823053-401 System board equipped with Intel Atom x5-Z8500 Quad Core 4 GB RAM memory, 64 GB eMMC, NFC, Windows 8.1 EMB IP, WWAN support (WLAN soldered on), includes audio board and thermal pads 823054-401 System board equipped with Intel Atom x5-Z8500 Quad Core 4 GB RAM memory, 128 GB eMMC, NFC, Windows 8.1 EMB IP, WWAN support (WLAN soldered on), includes audio board and thermal pads 823055-001 Front-facing webcamera (includes cable)
Removal and replacement preliminary requirements Tools required You will need the following tools to complete the removal and replacement procedures: ● Magnetic screw driver ● Phillips 00 screw driver ● Phillips 000 screw driver ● Plastic pry tool ● Suction cup ●...
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 power to alter device parameters or melt silicon junctions. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can destroy static-sensitive devices or microcircuitry.
Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags, or boxes. ● Protect ESD-sensitive parts and assemblies with conductive or approved containers or packaging. ● Keep ESD-sensitive parts in their containers until the parts arrive at static-free workstations.
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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 ground, wear a strap snugly against the skin at all times.
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on supported parts for your tablet, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow the on-screen instructions. This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for authorized service provider only parts.
Nano SIM card tray (select models only) NOTE: The nano SIM card tray is spared as part of the metal kit, spare part number 823036-001. Remove the SIM card tray: Insert a small straightened paper clip (1) into the card tray access hole. Press in gently only until the card tray is ejected.
Lift the tool handle (2) and the use the handle (3) to remove the back cover. Reverse this procedure to install the back cover. Disconnecting the battery CAUTION: Disconnecting a battery that is the sole power source for the tablet can cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work or shut down the tablet through the operating system before disconnecting the battery.
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Remove the 1.2 mm P0 Phillips-head screw (1) that secures the battery connector bracket to the system board. Lift the battery connector (2) to remove it from the system board. Carefully remove the battery ribbon cable (3) from the adhesive that secures it to the system board, and then disconnect the battery from the system board.
793116-005 Huawei ME906E, LTE/HSPA+, QCOM MDM9215, integrated GPS: HP lt4112 LTE/HSPA+ Gobi 4G Module 790198-005 Huawei MU736, HSPA+, Intel XMM6260 3G, integrated GPS: HP hs3110 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module 793516-005 Before removing the WWAN module, follow these steps: Turn off the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Remove the WWAN module (3) by pulling the module away from the slot. NOTE: WWAN modules are designed with a notch to prevent incorrect insertion. NOTE: If the WWAN antennas are not connected to the terminals on the WWAN module, the protective sleeves must be installed on the antenna connectors, as shown in the following illustration.
Left speaker Description Spare part number Speaker kit (includes left and right speakers and cables) 823050-001 Before removing the speakers, follow these steps: Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
Audio board Description Spare part number Models without WWAN capability 823041-001 Models with WWAN capability 823043-001 Before removing the audio board, follow these steps: Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
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Lift and remove the audio board (4). Reverse this procedure to install the audio board. Audio board...
Vibration motor board Description Spare part number Vibration motor board 823042-001 Before removing the vibration motor board, follow these steps: Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
Front-facing webcamera Description Spare part number Front-facing webcamera (includes cable) 823055-001 Before removing the front-facing webcamera, follow these steps: Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
Carefully remove the front-facing webcamera (4) from the retention clips that secure it to the display panel assembly, and then remove the webcamera. Reverse this procedure to install the front-facing webcamera. Rear-facing webcamera Description Spare part number Rear-facing webcamera (includes cable) 823056-001 Before removing the rear-facing webcamera, follow these steps: Turn off the tablet.
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CAUTION: Use care to prevent damaging the ZIF connectors and ribbon cables. Release the copper grounding strap and remove the plastic tape (1) covering the rear-facing webcamera ZIF connector. Release the ZIF connector (2) attaching the rear-facing webcamera cable to the system board. Peel up the adhesive connecting the webcamera cable to the battery.
System board Description Spare part number Equipped with Intel Atom x5-Z8500 Quad Core 2 GB RAM memory, 32 GB eMMC, NFC, Windows 8.1 EMB 823051-401 IP (WLAN soldered on), includes audio board and thermal pads Equipped with Intel Atom x5-Z8500 Quad Core 2 GB RAM memory, 64 GB eMMC, NFC, Windows 8.1 EMB 823052-401 IP (WLAN soldered on), includes audio board and thermal pads Equipped with Intel Atom x5-Z8500 Quad Core 4 GB RAM memory, 64 GB eMMC, NFC, Windows 8.1 EMB...
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Remove the back cover (see Back cover on page 16). Disconnect the battery (see Disconnecting the battery on page 17). Remove the WWAN module (see WWAN module (select models only) on page 19). Remove the left speaker (see Left speaker on page 21).
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Disconnect the POGO pin connector (2) from the system board and disconnect the microphone ribbon cable, and disconnect the right speaker cable (3) and move the cables out of the way. Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures...
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Carefully disconnect the wireless LAN antenna cables (1) from the system board, Remove the MAIN wireless LAN antenna cable from the routing clips on the system board and remove the cable (2). Remove the five Phillips silver screws (1) securing the system board to the display panel assembly. System board...
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Carefully lift the left edge of the system board and at an angle, remove the USB port from the cutout in the display panel assembly. and then remove the system board (2). Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures...
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Turn over the system board, and then release the ZIF connector to remove the audio cable (1) from the system board. Reverse this procedure to install the system board. System board...
Right speaker Description Spare part number Speaker kit (includes left and right speakers and cables) 823050-001 Before removing the right speaker, follow these steps: Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
Lift and remove the right speaker (2). Reverse this procedure to install the right speaker. Battery and middle plate Description Spare part number Battery and middle plate for models without WWAN capability, 21 Whr, 1S2P, Lithium-polymer, non- 823039-001 user removable Battery and middle plate for models with WWAN capability, 21 Whr, 1S2P, Lithium-polymer, non-user 823040-001 removable...
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WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the tablet, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. WARNING! Do not remove the battery from the middle plate. To avoid personal injury and damage to the product, use extreme care not to puncture, twist, or crack the battery.
Lift and remove the battery and middle plate (2). Reverse this procedure to install the battery and middle plate. Outer ring Description Spare part number Outer ring for models with WWAN capability 823038-001 Outer ring for models without WWAN capability 823037-001 Turn off the tablet.
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Remove the vibration motor board (see Vibration motor board on page 24). Remove the front-facing webcamera (see Front-facing webcamera on page 25). Remove the rear-facing webcamera (see Rear-facing webcamera on page 26). Remove the system board (see System board on page 28).
POGO pin connector Description Spare part number POGO pin connector and cable 823960-001 Turn off the tablet. If you are unsure whether the tablet is off, turn the tablet on, and then shut it down through the operating system. Disconnect the power from the tablet by unplugging the power adapter cord from the tablet. Disconnect all external devices from the tablet.
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Remove the POGO pin connector (2), and then remove the POGO pin connector ribbon cable from the adhesive that secures it to the display enclosure. Reverse this procedure to install the POGO pin connector. Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures...
The tablet operates on DC power, which can be supplied by an AC or a DC power source. The AC power source must be rated at 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 0.3-1.0 A. NOTE: . The HP adapter included with your tablet is recommended for charging the tablet. Temperature Operating 0°C to 35°C...
Using Computer Setup (BIOS) Computer Setup, or F10 BIOS Setup (Basic Input/Output System), controls communication between all the input and output devices on the system (such as disk drives, display, keyboard, mouse, and printer). Computer Setup includes settings for the types of devices installed, the startup sequence of the tablet, and the amount of system and extended memory.
BIOS currently installed. BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be revealed from the Start screen by selecting the HP Support Assistant app, selecting My computer, and then selecting System Information, or by using Setup Utility (BIOS).
Do not shut down the tablet or initiate Sleep. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any device, cable, or cord. To access HP Support Assistant on the Start screen, tap the HP Support Assistant app. – or – From the Windows desktop, tap the question mark icon in the taskbar.
Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is a Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) that allows you to run diagnostic tests to determine whether the tablet hardware is functioning properly. The tool runs outside the operating system so that it can isolate hardware failures from issues that are caused by the operating system or other software components.
For detailed instructions on various backup and restore options, perform a search for these topics in Windows Help and Support. In case of system instability, HP recommends that you print the recovery procedures and save them for later use. NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to improve the security of your tablet.
Using the Windows recovery tools on page ● F11 HP Recovery tools: You can use the F11 tools to recover your original hard drive image. The image includes the Windows operating system and software programs installed at the factory. See...
If the Windows partition is listed, shut down the tablet. NOTE: If the Windows partition is not listed, you can try recovery using the F11 HP Recovery tools. See Using F11 HP Recovery tools on page Turn off the tablet.
NOTE: If the tablet does not automatically restart in HP Recovery Manager, change the boot order. See Changing the boot device order on page Follow the on-screen instructions. Changing the boot device order To change the boot order so that you can boot from an external device: NOTE: An external flash drive is required to perform this procedure.
10 Power adapter requirements The wide-range input feature of the tablet permits it to operate from any line voltage from 100 to 120 volts AC, or from 220 to 240 volts AC. The 2-conductor power adapter included with the tablet meets the requirements for use in the country or region where the equipment is purchased.
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Country/region Accredited agency Norway NEMKO The People's Republic of China Saudi Arabia SASO Singapore South Africa SABS South Korea Sweden SEMKO Switzerland Taiwan BSMI Thailand TISI The United Kingdom ASTA The United States Requirements for specific countries and regions...
Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for battery disposal. HP encourages customers to recycle used electronic hardware, HP original print cartridges, and rechargeable batteries. For more information about recycling programs, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/recycle.
BIOS considerations 11 determining version 43 hard drive recovery 48 plastics kit updating 43 HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) spare part number 8, 9 button downloading 45 POGO pin connector and cable power 4 removal 39 volume down 4...
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47 removal 24 recovery media spare part number 7, 9, 24 creating 46 video, product description 1 creating using HP Recovery volume button, identifying 4 Manager 46 recovery partition 48 restoring the hard drive 48 webcamera rubber kit...