HP Chromebook 14A G5 User guide

Brand: HP

Model: Chromebook 14A G5

Category: Notebooks

Type: User guide

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Maintenance and Service Guide

HP Chromebook 14A G5

IMPORTANT! This document is intended for

HP authorized service providers only.

L.P.

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Inc. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its

proprietor and used by HP Inc. under license.

Thunderbolt is a trademark of Intel Corporation

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Microsoft Corporation in the United States

and/or other countries.

The information contained herein is subject to

change without notice. The only warranties for

HP products and services are set forth in the

express warranty statements accompanying

such products and services. Nothing herein

should be construed as constituting an

additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for

technical or editorial errors or omissions

contained herein.

First Edition: April 2019

Document Part Number: L62073-001

Product notice

This guide describes features that are common

to most models. Some features may not be

available on your computer.

To access the latest user guides, go to

http://www.hp.com/support, and follow

the instructions to nd your product. Then select

User Guides.

Software terms

By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise

using any software product preinstalled on this

computer, you agree to be bound by the terms

of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If

you do not accept these license terms, your sole

remedy is to return the entire unused product

(hardware and software) within 14 days for a full

refund subject to the refund policy of your seller.

For any further information or to request a full

refund of the price of the computer, please

contact your seller.

Safety warning notice

WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the device, do not place

the device directly on your lap or obstruct the device air vents. Use the device only on a hard, at surface. Do not

allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or

clothing, to block airow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows

or rugs or clothing, during operation. The device and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface

temperature limits dened by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC

60950-1).

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Table of contents

1 Product description .................................................................................................................................................................................. 1

2 External component identication ......................................................................................................................................................... 2

Right side ................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Left side ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Display ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

Bottom ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Speaker and buttons ................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Keyboard area ........................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Touchpad ............................................................................................................................................................... 8

Special keys .......................................................................................................................................................... 9

Labels ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

3 Illustrated parts catalog ........................................................................................................................................................................ 12

Computer major components .............................................................................................................................................. 12

Display components .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................................... 18

4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements ................................................................................................ 20

Tools required ......................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Service considerations .......................................................................................................................................................... 20

Plastic parts ........................................................................................................................................................ 20

Cables and connectors ..................................................................................................................................... 21

Drive handling .................................................................................................................................................... 21

Electrostatic discharge damage .......................................................................................................................................... 22

Packaging and transporting guidelines .............................................................................................................................. 23

Workstation guidelines .......................................................................................................................................................... 23

Equipment guidelines ............................................................................................................................................................ 24

5 Removal and replacement procedures .............................................................................................................................................. 25

Component replacement procedures ................................................................................................................................. 25

Keyboard/top cover ........................................................................................................................................... 25

Touchpad cable .................................................................................................................................................. 30

Touchpad ............................................................................................................................................................ 31

Battery ................................................................................................................................................................. 33

WLAN module .................................................................................................................................................... 34

Connector board cables .................................................................................................................................... 35

Connector board ................................................................................................................................................ 36

Speakers ............................................................................................................................................................. 38

Infrared sensor board cable ............................................................................................................................. 35

Infrared sensor board ....................................................................................................................................... 40

System board ..................................................................................................................................................... 41

Heat sink ............................................................................................................................................................. 44

Display assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 46

6 Specications .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 54

Computer specications ........................................................................................................................................................ 54

7 Power cord set requirements ............................................................................................................................................................... 55

Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................................................ 55

Requirements for specic countries and regions ............................................................................................................. 56

8 Recycling .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 58

Index ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 59

1 Product description

Table 1-1 Product components and descriptions

Category Description

Product Name HP Chromebook 14A G5

Processors AMD® A6-9220C 1.8-GHz (turbo up to 2.7-GHz) dual core processor (R5-720, 1866-MHz FSB, 1.0-MB L2 cache,

6 W)

AMD A4-9120C 1.6-GHz (turbo up to 2.4-GHz) dual core processor (R4-600, 1866-MHz FSB, 1.0-MB L2 cache,

6 W)

Chipset AMD integrated soldered-on-circuit (SoC)

Panel ● 14.0-inch, full high-denition (FHD) (1920×1080), BrightView, white light-emitting diode (WLED), liquid

crystal display (LCD), UWVA, 45, 220 nits, eDP, slim TouchScreen display assembly

● 14.0-inch, FHD (1920×1080), AntiGlare, WLED, LCD, UWVA, 45, 220 nits, eDP, slim non-TouchScreen

display assembly

● 14.0-inch, high-denition (HD) (1368×768), BrightView, WLED, LCD, SVA, 220 nits, eDP, slim TouchScreen

display assembly

● 14.0-inch, HD (1368×768), AntiGlare, WLED, LCD, SVA, 220 nits, eDP, slim non-TouchScreen

display assembly

Memory Support for DDR4-2666, 1.2 V system memory

Support for 4-GB of system memory (8 GB×16)

Storage Support for 64-, 32-, and 16-GB onboard embedded Multi-Media Controller (eMMC) storage, MMC v5.0

Audio and video Audio: Integrated dual speakers

Camera: Integrated one-piece xed HD 720p camera

Microphones: Dual-array microphone

Wireless Wireless local area network (WLAN) option: Qualcomm Atheros QCA6174A-5 ac 2×2 + Bluetooth® 4.2 M.2 2230

PCI-e WW with 2 antennas

External media cards HP MultiFormat microSD media card reader

Internal card expansion One M.2 slot for WLAN module

Ports ● Audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack

● USB Type-A port Gen. 1 (2)

● USB Type-C port Gen. 1

Security Nano security lock

Power requirements ● Support for a 2-cell, 47-Wh, 6.15-Ah, Li-ion, battery

● Support for a 45-W, standard USB Type-C straight AC adapter (non-PFC)

● Support for a 1.00-m power cord with a C5 connector

Operating system Chrome 64-bit

2 External component identication

Right side

Table 2-1 Right-side components and descriptions

Component Description

(1) Audio-out (headphone)/audio-in

(microphone) combo jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects

an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support

optional standalone microphones.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust

the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a

headset. For additional safety information, refer to

the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer

speakers are disabled.

(2) MicroSD memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store,

manage, share, or access information.

To insert a card:

1. Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing

the computer.

2. Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then

press in on the card until it is rmly seated.

To remove a card:

▲ Press in on the card, and then remove it from

the memory card reader.

(3) USB SuperSpeed port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity

tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.

(4) AC adapter and battery light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

fully charged.

● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery

is charging.

● Blinking amber: The battery has an error.

2 Chapter 2 External component identication

Table 2-1 Right-side components and descriptions (continued)

Component Description

● O: The battery is not charging.

(5) USB Type-C power connector and port Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,

supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging

the computer battery.

– and –

Connects a USB device that has a Type-C connector, such as a

cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and

provides data transfer.

– and –

Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,

providing DisplayPort output.

NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may

be required.

Right side 3

Left side

Table 2-2 Left-side components and descriptions

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 being mishandled

or stolen.

(2) USB Type-C port with HP Sleep and Charge Connects a USB device that has a Type-C connector, provides

data transfer, and even when the computer is o, charges

most products such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker,

or smartwatch.

– and –

Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,

providing DisplayPort output.

NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may

be required.

(3) USB SuperSpeed port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity

tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.

4 Chapter 2 External component identication

Display

Table 2-3 Display components and descriptions

Component Description

(1) WLAN antennas* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local

area networks (WLANs).

(2) Internal microphones (2) Record sound.

(3) Camera light On: The camera is in use.

(4) Camera Allows you to video chat, record video, and record still images.

*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer, and antenna location varies. For optimal transmission, keep the areas

immediately around the antennas free from obstructions.

For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices that applies to your country or region.

To access this guide, go to http://www.hp.com/support, and follow the instructions to nd your product. Then select User Guides.

Display 5

Bottom

Table 2-4 Bottom components and descriptions

Components Description

Vent Enables airow to cool internal components.

NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal

components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle

on and o during routine operation.

6 Chapter 2 External component identication

Speaker and buttons

Table 2-5 Speaker and button components and descriptions

Component Description

(1) Speaker Produces sound.

(2) Power button ● When the computer is o, press the button to turn on

the computer.

● When the computer is on, press the button briey to

initiate Sleep.

● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button

briey to exit Sleep (select products only).

● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briey

to exit Hibernation.

CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button results in

the loss of unsaved information.

If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown procedures

are ineective, press and hold the power button for at least 5

seconds to turn o the computer.

Speaker and buttons 7

Keyboard area

Touchpad

Table 2-6 Touchpad components and descriptions

Component Description

Touchpad zone Reads your nger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on the screen.

8 Chapter 2 External component identication

Special keys

Table 2-7 Special key components and descriptions

Component Description

(1) esc key Activates certain computer functions when pressed in combination

with other keys, such as tab or shift.

(2) Action keys Execute frequently used system functions.

Keyboard area 9

Labels

The labels axed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems

or travel internationally with the computer. Labels may be in paper form or imprinted on the product.

IMPORTANT: Check the following locations for the labels described in this section: the bottom of the computer,

inside the battery bay, under the service door, on the back of the display, or on the bottom of a tablet kickstand.

● Service label—Provides important information to identify your computer. When contacting support, you

may be asked for the serial number, the product number, or the model number. Locate this information

before you contact support.

Your service label will resemble one of the examples shown below. Refer to the illustration that most

closely matches the service label on your computer.

Table 2-8 Label components and descriptions

Component

(1) HP product name

(2) Model number

(3) Product ID

(4) Serial number

(5) Warranty period

Table 2-9 Label components and descriptions

Component

(1) HP product name

(2) Product ID

10 Chapter 2 External component identication

Table 2-9 Label components and descriptions (continued)

Component

(3) Serial number

(4) Warranty period

● Regulatory label(s)—Provide(s) regulatory information about the computer.

● Wireless certication label(s)—Provide(s) information about optional wireless devices and the approval

markings for the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use.

Labels 11

3 Illustrated parts catalog

Computer major components

NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information on

supported parts for your computer, go to http://partsurfer.hp.com, select your country or region, and then follow

the on-screen instructions.

12 Chapter 3 Illustrated parts catalog

Table 3-1 Computer component descriptions and spare part information

Item Component Spare part number

(1) Display assembly: The display assembly is spared at the subcomponent level only. For more display assembly spare part

information, see Display components on page 17.

(2) Keyboard/top cover with backlight (includes backlight cable and keyboard cable):

For use in Belgium L14354-A41

Computer major components 13

Table 3-1 Computer component descriptions and spare part information (continued)

Item Component Spare part number

For use in Brazil L14354-201

For use in Canada L14354-DB1

For use in the Czech Republic and Slovakia L14354-FL1

For use in Denmark, Finland, and Norway L14354-DH1

For use in France L14354-051

For use in Germany L14354-041

For use in Iceland L14354-DD1

For use in Israel L14354-BB1

For use in Italy L14354-061

For use in Latin America L14354-161

For use in the Netherlands L14354-B31

For use in Portugal L14354-131

For use in Romania L14354-271

For use in Russia L14354-251

For use in Saudi Arabia L14354-171

For use in South Korea L14354-AD1

For use in Spain L14354-071

For use in Switzerland L14354-BG1

For use in Taiwan L14354-AB1

For use in Thailand L14354-281

For use in Turkey L14354-141

For use in the United Kingdom L14354-031

For use in the United States L14354-001

Keyboard/top cover (includes keyboard cable):

For use in Belgium L14355-A41

For use in Brazil L14355-201

For use in Canada L14355-DB1

For use in the Czech Republic and Slovakia L14355-FL1

For use in Denmark, Finland, and Norway L14355-DH1

For use in France L14355-051

For use in Germany L14354-041

For use in Iceland L14355-DD1

For use in Israel L14355-BB1

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