HP PAVILION DM4 take apart video, disassemble, how to open disassembly

[@Spozinbro]

3:34 DONT ACCIDENTALLY PRY ON THE KEYBOARD COVER SURROUNDING ALL OF THE KEYS. I just made that mistake and it cost me dearly...

[@manuelrivadeneyra7190]

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[@brand00990]

thanks for making this, im now convinced that i would never be able to put my laptop back together if i took it apart.

[@regazzz]

:)

[@EATSxBABIES]

Very helpful, thanks! Something to keep in mind to anyone watching this though. The ribbon cable input for the touchpad and fingerprint scanner might be slightly different than what is shown here. Mine was not side by side as the video shows but instead about 4cm apart and split by a portion of the frame making the 2 areas separate. Other than that you showed me everything I needed.

[@blutsx]

Thanks for the video! Was getting CPU error at startup... Cleaned and reapplied thermal paste and is now working flawlessly.

[@blutsx]

Also reseated the CPU if anyone having similar problems.

[@SatiLord]

Sure, I understand, yeah, I suppose ir wouldnt really fall intoa video response category. Thanks, will do and send you a link. Thank you very much for sparing your time to help me w/ this. I really appreciate it.

[@regazzz]

Hi, I am not sure if you asking about memory units, there should be two of does and you can see how I removed them at 2.40 of this video. Also you don't need to take apart a whole laptop to remove memory. You need only to open this door (watch this video and you will understand) and remove memory. But don't forget to remove a battery first and unplug from power source prior doing any job on your laptop. You can also check this video (right upper corner in this video)

[@DrTomatoSpaghetti]

So I just fixed my fan on this guy, it took a little while but you just have to be patient and gentle. Here are a couple tips I would have liked before hand. The keyboard and other ribbon connectors require you to flip up the plastic on the side of the ribbon itself to open. You can remove the fan without removing the rest of the heat sink etc, just unscrew it and remove the tape connecting the fan to the heat sink. Also, you do need to remove the hard drive, network card, keyboard, and optical drive to get to the fan :/

[@regazzz]

Hey, thank you so much for share this useful information to all people who might need it in the future!!!

[@nathanjackson3127]

Thank for the video, made a screen swap simple and easy. About 30 minutes start to finish. Appreciate it.

[@justStardust940]

Is there a shortcut for getting to the fan without taking apart the keyboard at all? I just wanna clean out the fan. I fear that i wouldn't be able to put the parts back together after such complete dissemble.

[@MichaelMulin]

sucks for u :(

[@bossanova]

just cleaning the fan is a crap - owner of this laptop since 2011 - still working good. Just get's warm, but thaks for showing!

[@regazzz]

THANK YOU!!! You have a nice project ahead of you! Glad to help!

[@regazzz]

Hi, there is no easy way. What you can do first is remove a keyboard only and try to remove dust with canned air. The hole to a fan is pretty small, but if there is not a lot of dust, it may help. If there is a huge amount of dust - it will be hard and it can move and block vent that it will not turn ... you will be able to remove some dust manually. Make sure unplug from power supply and remove battery prior to do that.

[@brenosales6514]

Thank you so much for sharing the video. Maybe it can help, my note has a broken screen and I would like to remove the screen compartment permanently so the note can be connected to a monitor. Can you tell if the note works without the screen, that is, with the screen removed?

[@regazzz]

I mean you can try it too, but usually it will not help, unless they have some solid pieces under button.

[@regazzz]

So far I know, it has two parts. mouse buttons and touchpad. Mouse buttons are removable, but touch pad looks like isn't. It is probably glued and it will be to hard to replace. I think if you press in some position and it is pop back, probably mouse buttons are still working ... It will be better to see it, and not just guess... There can be some plastic part (like button cover) broken in some place and that's why it keep sticking there... Can be some sticky like juice, but not with your laptop

[@zephram75]

Just done a fan replacement on a newer model - watch out for the screws hidden under the rubber feet!

[@albertodel8767]

Thanks it help me fix the screen and hinges!! Amazing

[@regazzz]

You will need to go up to that time in this video where I remove an LCD screen, than do not remove motherboard and find a part of the video where I am taking LCD apart.

[@regazzz]

it can be either some screw or some type of glue or tape or something else... but should be easy to remove, unless something preventing it.

[@NatsuDragn33I]

Wowee this is just what I needed. Since you seem to know a good bit- are cooling fans like hard drives with better options? I guess what I want to know is if it's possible for me to have a better fan (without needing to, like, rearrange or change the other parts)? Or are they pretty much all the same, and the best option is simply to avoid doing what was done to overheat the computer in the first place?

[@regazzz]

Hi, keep in mind that this video is a full disassemble video, you probably don't need to remove a motherboard (unless it is blocking LCD hinges)

[@regazzz]

Yeah, I like it too, I edit my videos just because I don't want to waste peoples time by watching me how I scratch my head to figure out how this damn thing coming out:) On the other hand usually people want to see where it goes and not exactly how it will be opened. If I would have hammer in my hands, will you take it as advice? My knife isn't sharp, so I use it, because other plastic tools I tried - failed withing a weeks. Anyway, thank you for comments!

[@SatiLord]

Thanks for the reply. Deffinetly not a spill, I know that for a fact, I dont eat by my laptop. I will make a video response, to show the button. Would that be ok?

[@deinhosemeador4243]

me ajudou a desmontar de um cliente aqui! obrigado amigo.

[@regazzz]

Hi, There shouldn't be more thermal paste, it should be a right amount. It also depend on type of thermal paste. Overheating can be a dust problem.

[@regazzz]

You are welcome!

[@regazzz]

maybe it is just dirty fan/heatsink... but if fan is failing you can replace it, why not? Just make sure you know what are you doing.

[@sasukedawnkon]

You can do other video in order to assemble, or you can do it one tutorial how clean fan the laptop, please

[@regazzz]

Hi, the first step will be removal of a keyboard and than if it is possible to use a canned air if fan is accessible. Just hold fan blades or it can be damaged.

[@akajos]

that was very helpful indeed. when i try to slide the dvd drive out, it gets stuck somewhere halfway through and it feels as if i'm going to break something if i pull too hard. i'm guessing this isn't normal, right? i see you pulled it out effortlessly.

[@jeremywh7]

In case someone else is wondering the same, it's cuz you need to remove more screws. One of them apparently impedes the optical drive. I had the same issue, cuz I tried removing it earlier on - just follow the video. :-)

[@PradigyMusicman]

My dm4 seems to be overheating(gets really warm underneath and the cpu fan is blowing at full speed) and Windows 7 locks up. Do you think adding thermal paste will help fix a possible over heated CPU? In this video, it doesn't look like must thermal paste is on the cpu. When I built I always put more on than that. Your input is appreciated. Thanks for the video!

[@fr.strken7318]

Hi regazz. Can you post a list of what kind of tools that is necessary to disassemble this pc.

[@adventistchannel395]

muchas gracias por compartir ese excelente video

[@regazzz]

Adventist Channel Gracias amigo! Thank you!

[@andeezaima319]

After 11 years of using it and I can't switch on my HP PAVILION DM4 laptop anymore so I will try this to satisfy my curiosity - 2021

[@regazzz]

Fix it! :-)

[@tdrewman]

Thank you, I had to take apart my nephews laptop to re-grease the CPU and clean out the cat hair, great guide.

[@SatiLord]

So basically, from what I understand, everything that may have caused that left button to collapse,is in the palmrest, and replacing it will fix the problem? It cannot be smth NOT in the palmrest, right? I mean the whole touchpad "mechanics" are embedded only in the palmrest, correct? Thanks.

[@regazzz]

You are welcome!!!

[@yerbauena3469]

Hi regazz, please could you tell me in your video where is the lid switch sensor? that turns off the screen when you close it. thanks

[@DineshOmapathi]

It's was helpful Thks cz my laptop keep overheating most probably need to clean the fan and use new thermal compound.

[@vurdet]

Is there any way to clean the fan without completely disassembling the notebook? Not a chance would try to follow your steps, lol. Greetings.

[@drv30]

Nice, Is there anyway to modify the cooling system so that the laptop doesn't overheat as much? I want to replace the thermal paste on this thing at the very least. It always smells like something is cooking and I am just watching a video or surfing the web. Maybe lubricate the fan bearing or something? It is just too hot all the time.

[@regazzz]

The main problem of this laptop it is very thin and everything is so compact inside. It will be quite a project to replace with some custom cooling system.

[@drv30]

regazzz I didn't replace the cooling system, but I removed it, cleaned it thoroughly, and then replaced the thermal paste. I also aligned the camera in the monitor with the monitor cover. I replaced the optical drive with the stock hard drive and the hard drive with a lower-end SSD. And finally, I fixed the cheap plastic hinge supports at the base of the monitor (soaked them with super glue), because they were about to break off completely on me. I also put Ubuntu into my computer! I have a whole new system! Thanks for the video. No talking, no backstory nobody cares about, just work. How it should be.

[@drv30]

regazzz However, it would be nice if you could change the camera angle a bit in some way so that your drill doesn't cover what you are doing (If it isn't too much trouble to do that of course.)

[@Anvanho]

Great video. thanks! question: on our dm4, when I attempted to remove the hard drive connector on the board (not on the HD itself); it must've been way too stuck, tried removing it just like you did, and other guides demonstrate, but it pulled the lower section up and out and off the board; tearing a few contacts; would that have torn away from right on the motherboard? (bad news) or is there a separate controller card the for the HD it tore away from? (not so bad news). thanks!

[@MrBabyorcaToYou]

hey regazz-- if you have a bad hinge to the screen, do you have to pull everything out before you can access it -- or is there an easier way to get to it?

[@PhoneInfoAssistencia]

Este notebook por ser de aluminio a carcaça , voltou todo esfolado de tanto que ele arrastou na bancada, fica esta observação para preservar a estetica do aparenlho do cliente...

[@HotDiceMiniatures]

Thank you SOOO MUCHHH!!!

[@SatiLord]

Ok, lets try that. The question is the following: I take care of my dm4 very well, but I use it alot. I tend to click on the left mouse button on the keypad alot. Cant say I push too hard, but I use it extensively. Today I have noticed that the left edge of the left mouse button on the touch-pad, collapses, It does not “pop back up”. If you press it in the middle, or the right corner, it works fine. I was wondering, what is the problem, whats causing it and what has to be done to fix this? Thx

[@regazzz]

Hi, on my other channel "LaptopRepairAid" you may also take a look at "HP DM4 HOW TO REMOVE KEYBOARD DVD HDD MEMORY WIFI BATTERY " There isn't whole laptop being taken apart, but only this items including keyboard.

[@regazzz]

Hm, something wrong with touchpad... I would say it is not bad... Finally you may change a whole palmrest. What is not hard to do. I really don't trust any touchpad on any laptop. Pretty much always use external mouse with my laptop...

[@pabloandroid]

Just excellent video! Good Job

[@regazzz]

Hello, I don't have this laptop anymore, so, can't really make another video, sorry.

[@alvaromolina3517]

Thank you, it was a very useful video.

[@regazzz]

You are very welcome!

[@regazzz]

To disassemble there isn't a big list. Screwdriver tools and something flat (I use knife, but it is a little dangerous due scratching abilities)

[@regazzz]

It is ok.

[@LZACCARO]

Friend, I loved this video. Very help me !!! Thanks

[@regazzz]

Do you need to change only a keyboard?

[@pabloandroid]

Just excellent video!

[@poiuh34]

Thank you for sharing this

[@regazzz]

You are very welcome!

[@fahamvshafal7002]

sir..mine also hp pavillion dm4..but it seems like there's no second closing plate..i mean the second layer to cover the keyboaed layer..and now i got a problem that my cool fan cant fuction normally..it also make sound..n it overheat faster..can u help me by showing how to open the fan for me..n mine also doenst have the screw on the under-left of the notebook..n sorry for my english..

[@Mangoizationable]

if I want to just clean the fan, do I have to take out the whole computer apart? or is there an easier way to get to the fan on an hp pavilion dm4?

[@adriannealdrin]

My laptop is HP Pavilion dm4 but it's beat edition. they're almost the same but do you have a laptop same as mine so I can see the proper removing of wires? I stop the process when I reach the motherboard. It's too hard for me to remove the wires 'cause I know the motherboard is too delicate and expensive for me. Well anyways, you might want to use an ordinary screwdriver and flatscrew driver instead of a knife haha. Thanks :D

[@regazzz]

Hey Adrianne Aldrin Alarcio unfortunately I don't have this beat edition. Just be careful and don't break anything, ok? :) My knife is not sharp at all and it is very thin. Some flat screwdrivers can make more damages than my knife. On the other hand if you have some used/expired credit cards - you can try it too.

[@MrBabyorcaToYou]

Thanks! and thank you for posting this helpful video.

[@oraclesays]

Awesome video :) Very helpful for me.

[@regazzz]

it maybe a different trim... you know the number after dm4- .....

[@SatiLord]

Seems it fit, I refrased it a bit :)

[@regazzz]

Hi, this video card isn't replaceable - it is glued/soldered to a motherboard.

[@tomekzski]

Is the plastic frame around the lcd glued on on put together with clips?

[@roxanaixchelalpizarrodrigu9391]

yo tengo esa laptop,pero mi pregunta es si en la parte superior abajo casi de lo que vendria sienedo como el maus hay una tarjeta de memoria

[@regazzz]

Looks like you need to change a keyboard, that's sad! On my second channel, LaptopRepairAid, you will be able to find a video exactly for keyboard for dm4 Have a good luck!

[@hugopelle]

What kind of screw drivers would do the trick ? (shape and size)

[@johnpham1802]

Thanks for the video!

[@cmzimmons190]

Mine is making a very loud noise from I think where the CPU is when I turn it on that goes away after a while. It's annoying enough I'd like to fix it. What parts should I buy?

[@regazzz]

THANK YOU!

[@filipeoliveira3012]

Great! I need to exchange my screen... now i know how! Thanks!!!!!

[@jerbsherb4391]

This guy seems to know what he is doing but for most people, try not to use a power tool to disassemble a laptop. If you cross thread something, you are screwed.

[@regazzz]

I completely agree and support your comment!

[@boylakibuto]

lifesaver!

[@sofianolasco3880]

Thanks from Brasil!

[@regazzz]

Hi, did you tried to look on ebay or google?

[@regazzz]

Great!!!

[@ABDOUPRO]

really nice work i hope im with u i like that job

[@Mystic21Fox]

Can I replace the video card? i have that notebook but i don't like videocard it's RD HD 6470M I want to replace it with another can i?

[@Mr_Chango_]

Me ha ayudado mucho! Gracias

[@2006bassi]

Please I would like to change the chassis of the pavilion dm4 laptop because of the poumels breaking and I would like to change the keyboard

[@DJKhal21]

is there a backlit keyboard that can be installed on this model?

[@CarlosMartinezTech]

necesito limpiar el condensador de mi laptop dm4 por sobre calienta, dime no hay otra forma de llegar a el sin necesidad de desarmarla toda

[@N3kr0manc3r]

Hi Regazz, I was thinking of upgrading my processor. Do you know if the processor can be pulled from this laptop like we can in desktop motherboards?

[@regazzz]

On some models of DM4 it can, on some other - can't, depend on the motherboard. What is your motherboard number?

[@N3kr0manc3r]

regazzz Hi regazzz, sorry for the late reply...how do i find the motherboard manufacturer and model number?

[@regazzz]

On Hp laptops, except G60 and some other few models, they are placing motherboard number somewhere close to a memory slot. If you see XXXXXX-001 number - it must be it. Check on Google pics how it looks and you will be able to see if CPU is replaceable or not.

[@N3kr0manc3r]

so if i see that it is replaceable then do i need to do BIOS whitelist removal? I bought a WLAN card and now I cannot put it in because of whitelisting :(

[@regazzz]

You just need to buy a correct CPU, wifi card etc that will work with your laptop well.

[@raulyanez7846]

can the video card be replaced?

[@Kelv_t0610]

can i replace an new fan on Pavilion DM4? because sometimes i use than suddenly whole laptop laggy i restart it show Overheating Problem

[@norachen4210]

how do you put everything back together?

[@regazzz]

Oh, that is what I do on my channel :)

[@zelioz848]

Is it normal that i have a yellow strip connected to my optical drive? I cant really pull it out becausd of it though

[@regazzz]

I am not sure how to allow it, just post two or three comments :) Will it work for you?

[@andydo2007vietnam]

what's is the drill are you using on this ?

[@rychard91]

do you have a video how to change a video memory on pavilion dm4-3099se? i want to change mine cuase is kinda slow when im on the internet..plz help..i will give u a good feedback

[@jaxjax4520]

+Ray Rodriguez 1:35 he starts removing the memory. Search the make and model of that board, make sure exactly what type of ram it takes. Whether it is DDR DDR2 DDR3 DDR4. This will most likely be DDR3 and it is, www.cnet.com/products/hp-pavilion-dm4-3099se-beats-edition-14-core-i5-2450m-windows-7-home-premium-64-bit-6-gb-ram-640-gb-hdd/specs/ just buy the new ram, DDR3 SDRAM (2DIMMs) Max supported RAM 16GB's 204Pin RAM. Just install the new ram exactly how he takes it out. There will be a notch at the bottom of the ram where the it will allow you to push it in to place. 240Pin ram is desktop ram, 204Pin ram is laptop ram, 240 Pin is long, 204 is short about half the size of desktop ram. You will see when he takes it out in this video. This is an example of laptop memory. www.amazon.com/Corsair-Vengeance-Laptop-Memory-CMSX8GX3M2A1600C9/dp/B006EWUOL8/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1458589307&sr=8-13&keywords=2X4GB+DDR3+SDRAM

[@EbilinforcerDJ]

Is the CPU replaceable?

[@CrankinUpWild]

Hey, How are you I have an Hthp Pavilion dm4-2180us.. I think the hole where you put the charger in is broken. How can I fix this? Please help me anybody?

[@Kelv_t0610]

can i replace an new fan on Pavilion DM4?

[@RanchoNomada]

I get an error 90B at start up indicating that my system fan is not working properly, I ordered 669934-001 fan from ebay. Would I be able to reuse the heat sink that comes with the computer or should I order the whole fan/heat sink combo? Thanks in advanced. Great Video.

[@regazzz]

Hello, I am sure you already fixed your laptop and everything is fine now, but in case you don't, I am sure you will be able to change this fan, maybe you will remove it first completely with heatsink, but fan is exchangeable.

[@RanchoNomada]

Thank you for the reply. I did fix it and was able to replace the fan only. I also cleaned off the old thermal paste and put in fresh one.

[@regazzz]

Great!!!

[@MazookDK]

Alfredo Cervantes After cleaning etc. can you hear and feel anything different? Temperatures, performance etc.?

[@RanchoNomada]

No nothing really changed.

[@regazzz]

At least you are honest! :)

[@renanfornazele]

Não tente abrir se comprou o seu no Brasil, vai estragar boa parte dele pois a montagem é diferente. Parece ter alguns rebites no lugar de parafusos nessa parte. 5:09

[@lordvega3112]

The keyboard is easy to come off, but it's such a pain to plug it back in....