HP/Compaq info thread **Please read before posting**

The HP/Compaq section of the forum has grown tremendously over the past few years and since there is limited space for stickies, this thread will serve as the one stop shop for the most important threads in the forum. Stickied threads will still exist but will be limited to the most popular ones.

Important General Information Threads & Links

HP Student Discounts and Coupons
Looking for coupons & discounts from HP. This is the right thread to ask around.

Also remember to check out the Notebook & Tech bargains section of the forum for updated posting on deals from all notebooks/related technologies.

HP/Compaq Software & Driver Downloads
Drivers, software and disassembly manuals are available from HP at the above link.

HP Media Services Library or Media Library for Business Notebooks Thanks for the link digitallysane
Video guides for disassembling HP/Compaq notebooks.

HP Pavilion dv2000/dv6000/dv9000 and Compaq Presario v3000/v6000 Series Notebook PCs - HP Limited Warranty Service Enhancement
Having issues with the wireless or video? Check out the thread for possible solution.

HP Pavilion dv9000/dv9100/dv9200/dv9400 Series Notebook PCs - HP Limited Service Enhancement for Left Display Hinge
HP has identified a hinge issue with certain HP Pavilion dv9000, dv9100, dv9200 and dv9400 series notebook PCs.

NBR HP/Compaq Team
Join the team and spread the word. Help out fellow HP/Compaq users around NBR!
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OS Installation Guides

Windows Vista reinstall *without bloatware*
Want to get rid of all the excess programs HP pre installs on their systems and do a fresh start. Then this is the thread to read.

Windows XP on dv5(Intel) based systems
Windows XP installation guide for dv5 (Intel cpu based) series notebooks

Windows XP reinstall for Intel based DVx5xx series notebooks
This guide will work for any dv6500, dv9500, dv6700 or the dv9700 series notebooks.

Windows XP Installation for AMD based DVx5xx & above notebooks
If you have a recent AMD based dv2500/6500/9500, then this guide should work for you. it might also work for the newer dv2700/dv6700/dv9700 series as well with slight modifications.

Windows XP Clean Install guides for older Intel based DVx0xx series notebooks
If you have a dv2000/dv6000/dv9000(Intel) series notebooks then this guide is for you.

Windows XP reinstall for AMD based DVx0xx notebooks
This thread should also be useful for dv6000/dv9000(AMD) notebooks.

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Disassembly/Self Help Guides

IMPORTANT: Follow these guides at your own risk. Disassembly might lead to the warranty being void and further complications if not done properly.

How To: Fix dv2000 Lid Switch(Backlight) issue

How To: Clean the Heatsink/Fan Assembly on a dv2xxx

Dv6000 Speaker issues. (info on the known issue)

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Official HP Owners Lounges

A place to chat about your HP notebook with other owners and members.

*OFFICIAL: HP dv4t Owners Lounge*

*OFFICIAL: HP dv5t Owner's Lounge* *Intel*

*OFFICIAL: HP dv5z Owners Lounge* *AMD*

*OFFICIAL: HP dv7t Owners Lounge*

*OFFICIAL: HP HDX18 Owners Lounge*

*OFFICIAL: HP HDX16 Owners Lounge*

*OFFICIAL: HP HDX Owners Lounge*

*HP Envy 15 Owners Lounge*

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Drivers and Software

Find the latest drivers posted by our forum members.

*[Drivers] HP dv6 Gen 2 / dv7 Gen 3 / dv8 / HDX16 / HDX18 (INTEL)*

*[Drivers] HP ENVY 15 (INTEL)*

*[Drivers] HP dv6 Gen 3 / dv7 Gen 4 / Select Edition / ENVY 17 (INTEL)*

*[Drivers] HP dm4 / dv5 Gen 2 / G32 / CQ32 / ENVY 14 (INTEL)*

For more on drivers and software, visit the HP Drivers and Software Forum.

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Miscellaneous

HP/Compaq Desktop Wallpapers
A compilation of stock wallpapers from the HP and Compaq notebook range

Note: Comments & suggestions are always welcome; please PM me or other section moderators with any suggestions that you might have.