HP EliteBook 830 G5 Manual

HP EliteBook 830 G5 Notebook PC
HP EliteBook 836 G5 Notebook PC
Maintenance and Service Guide

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Second Edition: November 2018
First Edition: February 2018
Document Part Number: L12986-002
Product notice
This user guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features may
not be available on your computer.
Not all features are available in all editions of
Windows. This computer may require upgraded
and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers
and/or software to take full advantage of
Windows functionality. Go to
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Windows 7.
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HP does not support the Windows 8 or
Windows 7 operating system on this product or
provide any Windows 8 or Windows 7 drivers
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within 14 days for a full refund subject to the
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Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts
CAUTION: 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-Repair
parts," for details. Accessing parts described in Chapter 6, "Removal and replacement procedures for
Authorized Service Provider only parts," can damage the computer or void your warranty.
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iv Important Notice about Customer Self-Repair Parts

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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vi Safety warning notice

Table of contents
1 Product description ....................................................................................................................................... 1
2 Components .................................................................................................................................................. 7
Right ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Left ......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Display ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Keyboard area ...................................................................................................................................................... 12
TouchPad ........................................................................................................................................... 12
Lights ................................................................................................................................................. 13
Buttons, speakers, and ngerprint reader ........................................................................................ 14
Special keys ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Action keys ........................................................................................................................................ 16
Hot keys (select products only) ......................................................................................................... 17
Bottom ................................................................................................................................................................. 18
Front ..................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Cover .................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Labels ................................................................................................................................................................... 21
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 23
Computer major components .............................................................................................................................. 23
Display assembly subcomponents ...................................................................................................................... 26
Cable Kit ............................................................................................................................................................... 28
Plastics Kit ........................................................................................................................................................... 29
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 29
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 33
Tools required ...................................................................................................................................................... 33
Service considerations ......................................................................................................................................... 33
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 33
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 34
Drive handling ................................................................................................................................... 34
Grounding guidelines ........................................................................................................................................... 35
Electrostatic discharge damage ........................................................................................................ 35
Packaging and transporting guidelines .......................................................................... 36
Workstation guidelines ................................................................................................... 36
Equipment guidelines ..................................................................................................... 37
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5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts ............................................................. 38
Component replacement procedures .................................................................................................................. 38
Bottom cover ..................................................................................................................................... 38
Battery ............................................................................................................................................... 40
Solid-state drive (SSD) ...................................................................................................................... 42
Memory modules ............................................................................................................................... 44
WLAN/Bluetooth combo card ............................................................................................................ 46
WWAN module ................................................................................................................................... 48
Keyboard ........................................................................................................................................... 50
6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts ................................................... 53
Component replacement procedures .................................................................................................................. 53
Heat sink assembly ........................................................................................................................... 54
RTC battery ........................................................................................................................................ 56
RJ-45 board with bracket .................................................................................................................. 57
Power button board .......................................................................................................................... 58
Speaker assembly ............................................................................................................................. 59
Fingerprint reader assembly ............................................................................................................. 60
TouchPad ........................................................................................................................................... 61
TouchPad button board ..................................................................................................................... 62
NFC module ....................................................................................................................................... 63
Smart card reader .............................................................................................................................. 64
Fan ..................................................................................................................................................... 65
System board .................................................................................................................................... 67
Display assembly ............................................................................................................................... 71
Top cover ........................................................................................................................................... 82
7 Interpreting system validation diagnostic front panel LEDs and audible codes ................................................. 83
8 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start ............................................................................................. 85
Using Computer Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 85
Starting Computer Setup .................................................................................................................. 85
Using a USB keyboard or USB mouse to start Computer Setup (BIOS) .......................... 85
Navigating and selecting in Computer Setup ................................................................................... 85
Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup ................................................................................. 86
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................. 86
Determining the BIOS version ......................................................................................... 86
Downloading a BIOS update ........................................................................................... 87
Changing the boot order using the f9 prompt .................................................................................. 88
TPM BIOS settings (select products only) ........................................................................................................... 88
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Using HP Sure Start (select products only) ......................................................................................................... 88
9 Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) ....................................................................................................... 89
Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) to a USB device .................................................................... 89
10 Backing up, restoring, and recovering ......................................................................................................... 91
Creating recovery media and backups ................................................................................................................ 91
Using HP Recovery media (select products only) ............................................................................. 91
Using Windows tools ......................................................................................................................... 92
Using the HP Cloud Recovery Download Tool (select products only) ............................................... 93
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................... 93
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................... 93
What you need to know before you get started ............................................................. 93
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ................................................. 94
Using HP Recovery media to recover .............................................................................. 95
Changing the computer boot order ................................................................................ 95
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ......................................... 95
11 Specications ............................................................................................................................................ 96
Computer specications ...................................................................................................................................... 96
33.8-cm (13.3-in) display specications ............................................................................................................. 97
M.2 PCIe solid-state drive specications ............................................................................................................ 98
M.2 SATA solid-state drive specications ............................................................................................................ 99
12 Power cord set requirements .................................................................................................................... 100
Requirements for all countries .......................................................................................................................... 100
Requirements for specic countries and regions ............................................................................................. 100
13 Statement of memory volatility ................................................................................................................ 102
Nonvolatile memory usage ............................................................................................................................... 104
Questions and answers ..................................................................................................................................... 106
Using HP Sure Start (select models only) .......................................................................................................... 107
14 Recycling ................................................................................................................................................ 108
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 109
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1 Product description
Category Description
Product Name HP EliteBook 830 G5 Notebook PC
HP EliteBook 836 G5 Notebook PC
Processors 8th-generation Intel® Core™ quad-core processors:
Intel Core i7-8650U
Intel Core i7-8550U
Intel Core i5-8350U
Intel Core i5-8250U
7th-generation Intel Core dual-core processors:
Intel Core i7-7600U
Intel Core i7-7500U
Intel Core i5-7300U
Intel Core i5-7200U
Chipset Integrated with processor
Graphics Support HD decode, DX12, HDMI 1.4b, HDCP 2.2 via HDMI/DisplayPort up to 4K @60 Hz
Both UMA and discrete congurations support three independent displays through docking stations as follows:
●HP Docking Station - maximum resolution = 2.5K @60Hz (DisplayPort 1) and 2.5K @60Hz (DisplayPort 2)
●HP Thunderbolt 3 Dock - maximum resolution = 4K @60Hz (DP1) and 4K @60Hz (DisplayPort 2)
●HP Thunderbolt Dock 120W or 230W G2 - maximum resolution = 4K @60Hz (DisplayPort 1) and 4K @60Hz
(DisplayPort 2) with Thunderbolt
Internal graphics:
Intel HD Graphics 620
Panel Supports privacy lter and narrow bezel
33.8-cm (13.3-in), UWVA, non-touch:
Full high-denition (FHD)(1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP, slim, without camera
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP ,slim, with HD camera
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP ,slim, with HD+IR camera
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP ,slim, without camera, with WWAN
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP ,slim, with HD camera, with WWAN
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP ,slim, with HD+IR camera, with WWAN
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 400 nits, 72% CG, eDP+PSR ,slim, Ambient Light Sensor, with HD+IR camera
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Category Description
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 400 nits, 72% CG, eDP+PSR ,slim, Ambient Light Sensor, with HD+IR camera,
with WWAN
FHD (1920×1080), anti glare (AG), 300 nits, 72% CG, eDP+PSR ,ultra slim, Privacy, with HD+IR camera, with
WWAN
33.8-cm (13.3-in), UWVA, touch screen:
FHD (1920×1080), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP ,slim, with HD+IR camera, with WWAN
FHD (1920×1080), 220 nits, 45% CG, eDP ,slim, with HD+IR camera
Memory Two memory module slots
Memory is customer accessible/upgradeable
DDR4-2400 dual channel support (8th generation processors)
DDR4-2133 dual channel support (7th generation processors)
Supports up to 32 GB of system RAM in the following congurations:
●32768 MB (16384 MB×2)
●24576 MB (16384 MB×1 and 8192 MB×1)
●20480 MB (16384 MB×1 and 4096 MB×1)
●16384 MB (16384 MB×1 or 8192 MB×2)
●12288 MB (8192 MB×1 and 4096 MB×1)
●8192 MB (8192 MB×1 or 4096 MB×2)
●4096 MB (4096 MB×1)
Primary storage M.2 solid-state drives (2280):
1 TB, PCIe, Gen3×4, SS, NVMe, TLC
512 GB, PCIe, Gen3×4, SS, NVMe, TLC, Opal 2
512 GB, PCIe, Gen3×4, SS, NVMe, TLC
512 GB, SATA-3, SS, TLC, FIPS-140-2
360 GB, PCIe, Gen3×4, NVMe, SS, TLC
256 GB, PCIe, Gen3×4, NVMe, SS, TLC
256 GB, PCIe, NVMe, SS, value
256 GB, SATA-3, SS, TLC, FIPS-140-2
256 GB, SATA-3, Opal 2, TLC
128 GB, SATA-3, SS, TLC
Audio and video HP Bang & Olufsen Audio
Multi-array microphone (including World-Facing 3rd microphone)
Stereo speakers (2)(13mm × 38mm × 4mm)
Webcam HD RGB 720p
Webcam HD+IR RGB 720p
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Category Description
Camera privacy shutter (only with non-touch camera panels)
Supports WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)
Support for models without camera
Ethernet Intel Ethernet Connection I219-V 10/100/1000 (non-vPro)
Intel Ethernet Connection I219-LM 10/100/1000 (vPro)
S3/S4/S5 Wake-on-LAN
*The following support S3/S4/S5 wake on LAN/HBMA (via out of band): embedded NIC, HP Elite USB-C Dock, HP
USB-C Universal Dock, HP Thunderbolt Dock 120W/230W G2, and HP USB-C Mini Dock.
*The following support S3 wake on LAN/HBMA (via Windows operating system): HP Thunderbolt 3 Dock, HP Elite
USB-C Docking Station G2, HP USB-C Travel Dock, and HP USB Travel Dock.
Wireless
networking
WPAN Bluetooth:
Integrated wireless personal area network (PAN) supported by Bluetooth® 4.2 combo card
Wireless local area network (WLAN):
Integrated WLAN options with dual antennas (M.2 2230 socket PCIe/USB)
Supports the following WLAN formats:
●Intel Dual band wireless-AC 8265 802.11ac 2×2 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adaptor (vPro)
●Intel Dual band wireless-AC 8265 802.11ac 2×2 WiFi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adaptor (non-vPro)
●Realtek RTL8822BE 802.11ac 2×2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adapter
Two WLAN antennas built into bottom of display assembly
Support for models without WLAN
Compatible with Miracast-certied devices
Bluetooth Disabled IOPT
Support S3/S4 wake on Wireless LAN
Supports WLAN/LAN/WWAN switching
Support for HP Sure Connect with Client Side Load Balancing
Near-Field Communication (NFC):
NXP NPC300 Near Field Communication Module (NFC Mirage WNC XRAV-1 [NXP NPC300 I2C 10 mm x 17 mm])
NFC antenna
Support for models without NFC
Wireless wide area network (WWAN):
Integrated wireless wide area network (WWAN) options by way of wireless module
Two WWAN antennas (world wide 5 band, congured at top of display panel)
Supports the following WWAN formats:
●LTE CAT4: Huawei HP lt4132, LTE/HSPA+ w/GPS M.2
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Category Description
●LTE CAT9: Fibocom Intel XMM 7360 LTE-Advanced
WWAN modules are compatible with a programmable removable eSIM
Support for models without WWAN
Support for WWAN after market option (AMO)
Ports USB Type-C (Thunderbolt)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 port
USB 3.1 Gen 1 charging port
HDMI 1.4
RJ-45/Ethernet
Docking connector
Audio-out (headphone)/audio-in (microphone) combo jack
AC port
Docking HP Thunderbolt Dock 120W G2
HP Thunderbolt Dock 230W G2
HP Thunderbolt 3 Dock
HP Docking Station
Keyboard/
pointing devices
Keyboard:
HP Collaboration Keyboard
●Dual point, non-backlit, spill resistant with drain
●Dual point, backlit, spill resistant with drain, with HP Dura Keys
TouchPad:
Support for Microsoft Precison Touchpad Default Gestures
Firmware PTP (Point to Point) with Filter Driver
Support for ‘No Hybrid Mode’
Power
requirements
Battery:
HP Long Life Lithium Polymer Soft Pack Battery, 3-cell, 50 WHr
HP Fast Charge Technology
AC adapter:
65 W “Smart” right angle, 4.5 mm
65 W “Smart” right angle, 4.5 mm - Argentina
65 W “Smart” right angle, 4.5 mm - EM
65 W Straight USB Type C
45 W “Smart” right angle, 4.5 mm
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Category Description
45 W “Smart” right angle, 4.5 mm - Argentina
45 W “Smart” right angle, 4.5 mm, 2-prong (Japan only)
45 W Straight USB Type C
Power cord:
2 wire plug (C7), 1 m
3 wire plug (C5), 1.8 m
3 wire plug (C5), 1 m
Duckhead power cord (C5) 1.0 m
Duckhead power cord (C5) 1.8 m
Duckhead power cord (C5)
Security Security lock
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 (Inneon, soldered down)
Touch ngerprint sensor (landed, touch with 8x8 sensor)
Support for models without a ngerprint reader
Smart Card reader (active)
Support for models without a Smart Card reader
Preboot authentication (password, smart card)
Hardware enforced Firmware Protection: HP Hardware Root of Trust + Sure Start Gen4
Operating system Preinstalled:
Windows 10 Home 64
Windows 10 Home 64 Single Language
Windows 10 Home 64 Chinese Market CPPP
Windows 10 Home 64 High End Chinese Market CPPP
Windows 10 Home 64 Plus
Windows 10 Home 64 Plus Single Language
Win 10 Home Indonesia Market PPP Plus Single Language (only for 840 G5 models)
Win 10 Home Indonesia Market PPP × Single Language (only for 840 G5 models)
Windows 10 Professional 64
Windows 10 Home 64 StF MSNA Standard
Windows 10 Home 64 StF MSNA Plus
FreeDOS 2.0
Restore Media:
Windows 10 DRDVD
Windows 10 DRUSB
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Category Description
Windows 10 Pro 64 OSDVD
Windows 10 Pro 64 OSUSB
Certied:
Microsoft WHQL
Web-only support:
Windows 10 Enterprise 64
Windows 10 Pro 64 CBB 1703
Windows 10 Enterprise 64 LTSB 1607
Serviceability End user replaceable parts:
AC adapter
Solid-state drive
Memory module
WLAN module
WWAN module
Keyboard
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2 Components
Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where
they're located, and how they work.
Right
Component Description
(1) SIM card slot or plug Supports a wireless subscriber identity module (SIM) card or
plug.
NOTE: All models have a SIM card slot and icon, but models
that do not have the HP Mobile Broadband Module, a wireless
wide area network (WWAN) device, installed at the factory are
shipped with a non-removable plug inserted into the slot.
(2) 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.
To access this guide:
▲Select the Start button, select HP Help and Support, and
then select HP Documentation.
‒ or –
▲Select the Start button, select HP, and then select HP
Documentation.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
(3) USB 3.x SuperSpeed port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
tracker, or smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
(4) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
denition television, any compatible digital or audio
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Component Description
component, or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI) device.
(5) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
●Green (left): The network is connected.
●Amber (right): Activity is occurring on the network.
(6) Docking connector Connects an optional docking device.
(7) USB Type-C power connector and
Thunderbolt™ port with HP Sleep and Charge
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 and charges most USB devices that have a Type-C
connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or
smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
– and –
Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,
providing DisplayPort output.
NOTE: Your computer may also support a Thunderbolt
docking station.
NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be
required.
(8) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(9) Battery light When AC power is connected:
●White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.
●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.
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Left
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) 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.
(3) USB 3.x SuperSpeed port with HP Sleep and
Charge
Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and
even when the computer is o, charges most products such as a
cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch.
(4) Smart card reader Supports optional smart cards.
Left 9

Display
NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) WWAN antennas* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
area networks (WWANs).
(2) Camera(s) (select products only) Allow(s) you to video chat, record video, and record still images.
NOTE: Camera functions vary depending on the camera hardware
and software installed on your product.
(3) Internal microphones Record sound.
(4) Camera light(s) (select products only) On: One or more cameras are in use.
(5) WLAN antennas* (select products only) Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLANs).
*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.
‒ or –
▲Select the Start button, select HP, and then select HP Documentation.
10 Chapter 2 Components