Compaq ArmadaStation Manuale
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Maintenance and Service Guide
Compaq ArmadaStation
Compaq Armada MiniStation E
Compaq Armada MiniStation EX
Compaq Armada 7000 Family of Personal Computers
First Edition August 1997
Documentation Part Number 272412-001
Spare Part Number 296391-001
Compaq Computer Corporation
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Contents v
Contents
Preface
Symbols..............................................................................................................ix
Technician Notes ...............................................................................................ix
Serial Number.....................................................................................................x
Locating Additional Information........................................................................x
Chapter 1
Product Description
1.1 ArmadaStation Features............................................................................1-1
1.2 ArmadaStation Components.....................................................................1-4
Activity Lights.............................................................................................1-8
MultiBay......................................................................................................1-8
Half-Height Bay ..........................................................................................1-8
Security Lock...............................................................................................1-9
PC Card Slots ..............................................................................................1-9
Regional Modem and Ethernet Differences..............................................1-10
PCI and ISA Expansion Boards................................................................1-10
1.3 Armada MiniStation Features.................................................................1-11
1.4 Armada MiniStation Components..........................................................1-13
Activity Lights...........................................................................................1-16
MultiBay....................................................................................................1-16
Security Lock.............................................................................................1-16
PC Card Slots ............................................................................................1-17
Regional Modem and Ethernet Differences..............................................1-17
Chapter 2
Troubleshooting
Before Replacing Parts ....................................................................................2-1
Solving Docking and Undocking Problems................................................2-2
Solving Expansion Board Problems............................................................2-3
Solving Network Problems .........................................................................2-3
Chapter 3
Illustrated Parts Catalog
3.1 ArmadaStation Components.....................................................................3-2
3.2 Miscellaneous Base Plastics Kit Components..........................................3-4
3.3 Miscellaneous Base Hardware Kit Components......................................3-5
3.4 Miscellaneous Cable Kits .........................................................................3-6
3.5 Miscellaneous Cable Kit Components .....................................................3-8
3.6 Miscellaneous ...........................................................................................3-9
3.7 Documentation..........................................................................................3-9
3.8 Armada MiniStation Components..........................................................3-10
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3.9 Miscellaneous Enclosures Kit Components...........................................3-12
3.10 Miscellaneous Plastics Kit Components ..............................................3-13
3.11 MultiBay/PC Card Assembly...............................................................3-14
3.12 ArmadaStation and Armada MiniStation Options...............................3-16
3.13 Miscellaneous.......................................................................................3-18
3.14 Documentation......................................................................................3-18
Chapter 4
Removal and Replacement Preliminaries
4.1 Electrostatic Discharge.............................................................................4-1
Generating Static.........................................................................................4-1
Preventing Electrostatic Damage to Equipment.........................................4-2
Preventing Damage to Drives .....................................................................4-2
Grounding Methods ....................................................................................4-3
Grounding Workstations.............................................................................4-3
Grounding Equipment.................................................................................4-4
Recommended Materials and Equipment...................................................4-4
4.2 Service Considerations.............................................................................4-5
Tool and Software Requirements................................................................4-5
Screws..........................................................................................................4-5
Cables and Connectors................................................................................4-6
Plastic Parts .................................................................................................4-6
Chapter 5
ArmadaStation Removal and Replacement Procedures
5.1 Serial Number...........................................................................................5-1
5.2 Disassembly Sequence Chart ...................................................................5-2
5.3 Preparing the ArmadaStation for Disassembly........................................5-3
5.4 External Components ...............................................................................5-4
Compaq Logo..............................................................................................5-4
ArmadaStation Feet.....................................................................................5-5
Alignment Tray Assembly..........................................................................5-6
5.5 Rear Panel Assembly................................................................................5-8
5.6 Upper Case Assembly ............................................................................5-11
5.7 Drive Cage Shield...................................................................................5-14
5.8 Half-Height Bays....................................................................................5-16
Half-Height Drives....................................................................................5-16
Half-Height MultiBay Adapters................................................................5-22
5.9 I/O Assembly..........................................................................................5-31
5.10 Top Brace..............................................................................................5-35
5.11 Left Speaker Assembly.........................................................................5-38
5.12 Control Panel Cable..............................................................................5-39
5.13 Control Panel Assembly.......................................................................5-40
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5.14 Expansion Boards.................................................................................5-50
5.15 Mechanism Assembly...........................................................................5-52
5.16 Power Supply........................................................................................5-55
5.17 Backplane Assembly.............................................................................5-57
5.18 Expansion Card Cage ...........................................................................5-59
Chapter 6
Armada MiniStation Removal and Replacement Procedures
6.1 Serial Number...........................................................................................6-1
6.2 Disassembly Sequence Chart....................................................................6-2
6.3 Preparing the Armada MiniStation for Disassembly ...............................6-3
6.4 External Components................................................................................6-4
Compaq Logo..............................................................................................6-4
Armada MiniStation Feet............................................................................6-5
6.5 Enclosure Cover........................................................................................6-6
6.6 Module Assembly.....................................................................................6-7
6.7 Power Supply..........................................................................................6-11
6.9 MultiBay/PC Card Assembly.................................................................6-12
Chapter 7
Specifications
7.1 ArmadaStation Physical and Environmental Specifications....................7-1
7.2 Armada MiniStation Physical and Environmental Specifications...........7-2
Appendix A
Connector Pin Assignments ...............................................................................A-1
Appendix B
Power Cord Set Requirements
3-Conductor Power Cord Set..........................................................................B-1
General Requirements................................................................................B-1
Country-Specific Requirements.................................................................B-2
Notes...........................................................................................................B-2
Index ............................................................................................................................ I-1
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Preface
Preface ix
This Maintenance and Service Guide is a troubleshooting guide that can be used for
reference when servicing the Compaq ArmadaStation and Armada MiniStation E
and EX.
Compaq Computer Corporation reserves the right to make changes to the Compaq
ArmadaStation and Armada MiniStation E and EX without notice.
Additional information is available on the Compaq ArmadaStation and Armada
MiniStation E and EX Illustrated Parts Map. Information for the Compaq Armada 7700
Family of Personal Computers is available in the Compaq Armada 7700 Family of
Personal Computers Maintenance and Service Guide and Illustrated Parts Map.
Symbols
The following words and symbols mark special messages throughout this guide:
!WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the
warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the
caution could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific
instructions.
NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points
of information.
Technician Notes
!WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should attempt to repair this
equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only
subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and
subassemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or to
make modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety
hazard. Any indication of component replacement or printed wiring board modifications
may void any warranty or exchange allowances.
!WARNING: The computer is designed to be electrically grounded. To ensure proper
operation, plug the AC power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet only.
CAUTION: To properly ventilate your system, you must provide at least 3 inches
(7.62 cm) of clearance on the front and back of the computer.
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Serial Number
When requesting information or ordering spare parts, provide the ArmadaStation or
Armada MiniStation serial number. The ArmadaStation serial number is located on the
right side below the PCI/ISA expansion slots; the Armada MiniStation serial number is
located on the left side above the power button.
Locating Additional Information
The following documentation is available to support the ArmadaStation and Armada
MiniStation:
■ Compaq ArmadaStation documentation set
■ Compaq Armada MiniStation documentation set
■ Service training guides
■ Compaq Service Advisories and Bulletins
■ Compaq QuickFind
■Compaq Service Quick Reference Guide
■Compaq ArmadaStation and Armada MiniStation E and EX Maintenance and
Service Guide
■Compaq ArmadaStation and Armada MiniStation E and EX Illustrated Parts Map
■Compaq Armada 7700 Family of Personal Computers Maintenance and Service
Guide
■Compaq Armada 7700 Family of Personal Computers Illustrated Parts Map
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Chapter 1
Introduction 1-1
Product Description
1.1 ArmadaStation Features
The Compaq ArmadaStation provides fully integrated desktop capabilities for the
Compaq Armada 7000 Family of Personal Computers. The ArmadaStation eliminates
the need to disconnect external devices when you remove the computer.
Figure 1-1. Compaq ArmadaStation
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1-2 Introduction
The ArmadaStation provides a MultiBay device bay, a half-height device bay, two
PC Card slots, integrated Ethernet, integrated stereo speakers, modem connections,
computer I/O port replication, and connections for up to two PCI or ISA expansion
boards. When the computer is docked in the ArmadaStation, the total system
functionality includes:
■Support for up to three MultiBay devices simultaneously
■Overall system support for up to four hard drives*or two diskette drives
■Up to three CD-ROM drives installed as follows:
– Three CD-ROM drives: The two drives in the ArmadaStation must be used for
data; the CD-ROM drive in the computer can then be used for audio or data.*
– Two CD-ROM drives: You can have one drive in the ArmadaStation and one
in the computer; either drive can be data or audio. If both drives are in the
ArmadaStation, they must be for data only.*
– One CD-ROM drive: The drive can be either data or audio and in either the
computer or ArmadaStation.*
■Two PC Card slots
■Overall system support for up to four PC cards
■Charging of up to four battery packs*
■Any combination of two 32-bit PCI and 16- or 8-bit ISA expansion boards
*An Armada 7000 Half-Height MultiBay Adapter must be installed in the
ArmadaStation to support up to four hard drives or battery packs, or three CD-ROM
drives or MultiBay devices.
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Introduction 1-3
The ArmadaStation also provides a variety of external equipment connectors. The
following connectors are located on the ArmadaStation:
■Serial port
■Parallel port
■External mouse port
■External keyboard port
■External CRT port for resolutions up to 1280 × 1024
■RJ-11 modem jack (North America, Latin America, Japan, and Hong Kong
modem models)
■25-pin modem connector (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific modem
models)
■Ethernet RJ-45 jack
■Ethernet BNC connector (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific models)
■Two PC Card slots
■MIDI/joystick port
■Headphones out
■Infrared interface for IrDA wireless operations
■Infrared transceiver port
■Stereo speakers
■Stereo line-in, line-out
■Microphone out
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1-4 Introduction
1.2 ArmadaStation Components
The external components on the top, front, and right side of the ArmadaStation are
shown in Figure 1-2 and described in Table 1-1.
Figure 1-2. ArmadaStation Components: Top, Front, and Right Side
Table 1-1
ArmadaStation Components: Top, Front, and Right Side
Item Description
1 Monitor support cover slots (2)
2 Alignment guides (2)
3 Alignment tray
4 Stereo speakers (2)
5 Half-height bay
6 Docking latch
7 MultiBay
8 MultiBay device release button
9 Docking connector
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