Maintenance and Service Guide

HP ProBook 455 G6 Notebook PC

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First Edition: February 2019

Document Part Number: L46753-001

Product notice

to most models. Some features may not be

available on your computer.

Windows 10 is automatically updated, which is

always enabled. ISP fees may apply and

additional requirements may apply over time

for details.

To access the latest user guides, go to

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instructions to nd your product. Then select

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Software terms

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

For any further information or to request a full

refund of the price of the computer, please

Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts

IMPORTANT: Your computer includes Customer Self-Repair parts and parts that should only be accessed by

an authorized service provider. See Chapter 5, "Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-

Safety warning notice

CAUTION: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the

computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, at

Table of contents

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

2 Components .................................................................................................................................................. 6

Right ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Left ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Display .................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Keyboard area ...................................................................................................................................................... 11

Computer major components .............................................................................................................................. 19

Display components ............................................................................................................................................ 22

Cable Kit ............................................................................................................................................................... 23

Bracket Kit ............................................................................................................................................................ 24

Mass storage devices ........................................................................................................................................... 25

Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 26

4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 29

Tools required ...................................................................................................................................................... 29

Service considerations ......................................................................................................................................... 29

5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts ............................................................. 34

Using HP Sure Start (select products only) ......................................................................................................... 72

8 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics ................................................................................................................ 73

Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows (select products only) ................................................................. 73

Using Remote HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI settings (select products only) ............................................. 76

9 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ........................................................................................................... 78

Backing up information and creating recovery media ........................................................................................ 78

Restoring and recovery ........................................................................................................................................ 79

10 Specications ............................................................................................................................................ 80

Computer specications ...................................................................................................................................... 80

2 Components

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

Interface (HDMI) device.

(4) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.

● Green (left): The network is connected.

● Amber (right): Activity is occurring on the network.

(5) USB Type-C power connector port, SuperSpeed

port, and DisplayPort connector

Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,

supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the

computer battery.

– and –

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

provides high-speed data transfer.

● Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.

● O: The battery is not charging.

When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):

● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery

level. When the battery has reached a critical battery level,

the battery light begins blinking rapidly.

● O: The battery is not charging.

(7) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.

Left

(3) Vent Enables airow to cool internal components.

(4) Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that store, manage, share, or

(5) Drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

Display

NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Table 2-3 Display components and their descriptions

Component Description

(1) IR camera light (select products only) On: The IR camera is in use.

(2) Internal microphones (1 or 2 depending on model) Record sound.

(3) Camera(s) (select products only) Allow(s) you to video chat, record video, and record still images.

*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. 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:

▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.

Component Description

(1) Internal microphones (1 or 2 depending on model) Record sound.

(2) Camera(s) (select products only) Allow(s) you to video chat, record video, and record still images.

*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. 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:

▲ Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.