HP Chromebook 11 G7 EE User guide

Maintenance and Service Guide

HP Chromebook 11 G7 Education Edition

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First Edition: April 2019

Document Part Number: L60407-001

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to most models. Some features may not be

available on your computer.

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versions of Windows. Systems may require

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Safety warning notice

CAUTION: 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

Keyboard area ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6

TouchPad ............................................................................................................................................................... 6

Special keys .......................................................................................................................................................... 7

Bottom ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Labels ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

3 Illustrated parts catalog ........................................................................................................................................................................ 10

Computer major components .............................................................................................................................................. 10

Display assembly subcomponents ..................................................................................................................................... 14

Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................................... 15

4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements ................................................................................................ 16

Tools required ......................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Service considerations .......................................................................................................................................................... 16

Plastic parts ........................................................................................................................................................ 16

Cables and connectors ..................................................................................................................................... 16

Drive handling .................................................................................................................................................... 17

Workstation guidelines ..................................................................................................................................... 17

Electrostatic discharge information .................................................................................................................................... 18

Generating static electricity ............................................................................................................................. 18

Preventing electrostatic damage to equipment ........................................................................................... 19

Personal grounding methods and equipment .............................................................................................. 19

Grounding the work area .................................................................................................................................. 19

Recommended materials and equipment ..................................................................................................... 20

Packaging and transporting guidelines .............................................................................................................................. 20

5 Removal and replacement procedures for Approved Service Provider Parts .............................................................................. 21

Component replacement procedures ................................................................................................................................. 21

Keyboard/top cover ........................................................................................................................................... 21

TouchPad cable .................................................................................................................................................. 25

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TouchPad ............................................................................................................................................................ 26

Battery ................................................................................................................................................................. 28

Speakers ............................................................................................................................................................. 30

WLAN module .................................................................................................................................................... 31

Power board cables ........................................................................................................................................... 32

Power board ....................................................................................................................................................... 33

System board ..................................................................................................................................................... 34

Power cable ........................................................................................................................................................ 38

Display assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 39

6 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ................................................................................................................................................. 50

Backing up information and creating recovery media ..................................................................................................... 50

Using Windows tools ......................................................................................................................................... 50

Using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool to create recovery media (select products only) .......... 50

Restoring and recovery ......................................................................................................................................................... 51

Restoring, resetting, and refreshing using Windows tools ......................................................................... 51

Recovering using HP Recovery media ............................................................................................................ 51

Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................................................ 51

7 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics ..................................................................................................................................................... 52

Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products only) ............................................................................ 52

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows ................................................................................. 52

Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows version ............................. 53

Downloading HP Hardware Diagnostics Windows by product name or number

(select products only) ................................................................................................................... 53

Installing HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows ......................................................................................... 53

Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ............................................................................................................................ 53

Starting HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI ................................................................................................... 54

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI to a USB ash drive ...................................................... 54

Downloading the latest HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version ..................................... 54

Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by product name or number (select

products only) ............................................................................................................................... 54

Using Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings (select products only) ...................................................... 55

Downloading Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI .......................................................................... 55

Downloading the latest Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI version ...................... 55

Downloading Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI by product name or number ... 55

Customizing Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings ............................................................ 55

8 Specications .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 57

Computer specications ........................................................................................................................................................ 57

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9 Power cord set requirements ............................................................................................................................................................... 58

Requirements for all countries ............................................................................................................................................ 58

Requirements for specic countries and regions ............................................................................................................. 59

10 Recycling ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 61

Index ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 62

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1 Product description

Table 1-1 Product components and descriptions

Category Description

Product Name HP Chromebook 11 G7 Education Edition

Processors Intel® Celeron™ N4100 1.1-GHz (turbo up to 2.4-GHz) processor (2400-MHz front-side bus (FSB), 4.0-MB L2

cache, quad core, 6 W)

Intel Celeron N4000 1.1-GHz (turbo up to 2.6-GHz) processor (2400-MHz FSB, 4.0-MB L2 cache, dual core, 6 W)

Panel ● 11.6-inch, high-denition (HD) (1366×768), BrightView, white light-emitting diode (WLED), UWVA, 50, 220

nits, eDP 1.2 without PSR, slim TouchScreen display assembly

● 11.6-inch, HD (1366×768), AntiGlare, WLED, UWVA, 220 nits, slim non-TouchScreen display assembly

● 11.6-inch, HD (1366×768), AntiGlare, WLED, SVA, slim non-TouchScreen display assembly

Memory Support for LPDDR4-3733, 1.1 V system memory

Support for 16-GB or 8-GB of system memory

Storage Support for 64-GB, 32-GB, or 16-GB embedded MultiMediaCard (eMMC) MMC v 5.0 storage

Included on system board

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

Microphone: Single-array microphone

Wireless Wireless local area network (WLAN) option: Intel 9560 ac 2×2 + Bluetooth® 5.0 MU-MIMO M.2 2230 non-vPro

MIPI+BRI WW with two 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 SuperSpeed port

● USB Type-C power connector and port

Security Nano security lock

Power requirements ● Support for a 2-cell, 47-Wh, 6.18-Ah, Li-ion, battery

● Support for a 45-W USB Type-C AC adapter (non-PFC, 1.8-m, 3-pin)

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

Operating system Chrome® 64-bit

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2 External component identication

The computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about the computer components,

where they are located, and how they work.

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, see the Regulatory, Safety, and

Environmental Notices.

To access this guide:

▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and

then select HP Documentation.

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.

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

Component Description

(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.

● 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) Nano 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 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.

(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 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

Keyboard area

TouchPad

Table 2-4 TouchPad components and descriptions

Component Description

TouchPad zone Reads nger gestures to move the pointer or activate items on

the screen.

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Special keys

Table 2-5 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 7

Bottom

Table 2-6 Bottom component and description

Component Description

Vents Enable 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.

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Labels

The labels axed to the computer provide information that may be needed when troubleshooting system

problems or traveling internationally with the computer. Labels may be in paper form or imprinted on

the product.

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

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

before contacting support.

The service label will resemble the example shown below:

Table 2-7 Service label components and descriptions

Item Component

(1) Product name

(2) Model number

(3) Product identication

(4) Serial number

(5) Warranty period

Labels 9

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.

NOTE: Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of warranty, are

on the service tag at the bottom of your computer. See Labels on page 9 for details.

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Computer major components 11

Table 3-1 Computer components 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 assembly subcomponents on page 14.

(2) Keyboard/top cover (includes keyboard cable):

For use in Belgium L52573-A41

For use in Brazil L52573-201

For use in Canada L52573-DB1

For use in the Czech Republic and Slovenia L52573-FL1

For use in Denmark, Finland, and Norway L52573-DH1

For use in France L52573-051

For use in Germany L52573-041

For use in Iceland L52573-DD1

For use in India L52573-D61

For use in Israel L52573-BB1

For use in Italy L52573-061

For use in Latin America L52573-161

For use in the Netherlands L52573-B31

For use in Portugal L52573-131

For use in Romania L52573-271

For use in Russia L52573-251

For use in Saudi Arabia L52573-171

For use in South Korea L52573-AD1

For use in Spain L52573-071

For use in Switzerland L52573-BG1

For use in Taiwan L52573-AB1

For use in Thailand L52573-281

For use in Turkey L52573-141

For use in the United Kingdom L52573-031

For use in the United States L52573-001

(3a) TouchPad (does not include TouchPad bracket or TouchPad cable) L52568-001

(3b) TouchPad bracket L52569-001

(3c) TouchPad cable (included in the Cable Kit, spare part number L52549-001)

Rubber Kit (not illustrated, includes TouchPad bracket rubber inserts) L52565-001

(4) Speakers (include cables) L52567-001

(5) Battery (2-cell, 47-WHr, 6.18-AHr, Li-ion; includes cable) L42583-002

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