Comments on: How to disassemble HP Compaq 8510p notebook PC

By: Laptop Tech

Laptop Tech — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 19:22:18 +0000

Chris,

Hi there i was wandering where abouts is the cmos battery located???i need to reset my bios.

Take a look at the step 18. It shows the location of the CMOS battery.
Even though, I doubt that disconnecting the battery will clear the password. But you can try.

By: Chris

Chris — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 08:07:23 +0000

Hi there i was wandering where abouts is the cmos battery located???i need to reset my bios.

Thanks

By: Roy

Roy — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 14:49:06 +0000

I also have a question: have you found any upgrades for the videocard of the 8510p? because i want to upgrade this to something higher then the radeon HD2600.
could you give us some pointers maybe?

Greetz and respect for your guides.

Roy

By: Kyle Guthrie

Kyle Guthrie — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 06:17:57 +0000

Hello I just found your site AND I LOVE IT!! Quick question for you tho! Can you install a bluetooth connetor on to a HP DV9000?

By: Joakim

Joakim — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:29:17 +0000

I need to replace a burnt component on the motherboard. I need to know the markings on the component. The component is a 8legged integrated circuit, located behind the plastic around the docking plug. It is marked with U606 on the board.

By: David

David — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:03:25 +0000

Thanks for your prompt reply! Here’s what I’ve been able to dig up:

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GATEWAY M-2626u BLUETOOTH MODULE – BROADCOM BCM 92045
Part numbers for the card: BCM2045, BCM92045, 2528449R, 6008074R

Features include:

Fully supports the bluetooth 1.1, 1.2, and 2.0 standards. Including 1Mbps, 2Mbps, and 3Mbps EDR operation
Lowest current consumption in all modes of operation
Supports class 1, 2, and 3 designs

Automatic calibration and frequency detection of crystal frequency

PLEASE NOTE: Cable connecting the Bluetooth module to motherboard is not included.
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If I find more info I’ll post it here. I just might get the nerve to try and install the module after my warranty expires. I’ll study your Gateway M-Series guides in the meantime. Thanks for providing this resource.

By: Laptop Tech

Laptop Tech — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 02:34:56 +0000

David,

Could you give me some guidance on the exact model # of the module I would need and how to install it?

I cannot tell where to install the Bluetooth module. I’ve created a couple of different guide for a Gateway M-series laptops, you can find them in the Gateway Laptops category on the right side of the website, but I’ve never taken it apart completely.

By: David

David — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 18:27:37 +0000

What an amazing site! I have a Gateway M-2626u laptop I got from HSN Dec. 08. The warranty expires next month. At that time I want to make some upgrades(i.e. 500GB HDD, Bluetooth module). My laptop didn’t come with bluetooth, although the manual mentions it was an option and there is a labeled keyboard shortcut to turn it off and on. Searching the Gateway site, I managed to find out that my M-26xx series support a Bluetooth 2.0 module and the drivers are for Broadcom module. Could you give me some guidance on the exact model # of the module I would need and how to install it?

By: Danny

Danny — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:41:00 +0000

I have a quick question,

I had a wxga 1680×1050 screen and it cracked. I purchased the wuga 1920×1200 screen cause i wanted teh upgrade. Now the cable from the screen to the inverter does not fit. it is too short…is there anything i can do? Do i need to buy a separate inverter to go up to 1920×1200? Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

By: Dave

Dave — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:52:56 +0000

Replacement of A/C power jack –

Is it soldered on? Is that something you can replace without removing the motherboard? I’m still under warranty but sending the computer in for service is a pain.

Thanks.

By the way, this site is awesome.