The HP Pavilion dv5 Entertainment PC Maintenance and Service Guide provides product description, parts catalog, removal procedures, specifications, and…
This guide covers the HP Pavilion dv5 Entertainment PC in detail, including a full product description, external component identification, and an illustrated parts catalog. It also lists the tools, safety warnings, and step‑by‑step removal and replacement procedures for major components such as the battery, hard drive, optical drive, and modules.
Additional sections describe the Setup Utility, system specifications, screw listings, backup and recovery methods, connector pin assignments, power‑cord requirements, and recycling information. The document serves technicians and advanced users who need to service, upgrade, or troubleshoot the system.
| Width | 35.70 cm (14.06 in) |
|---|---|
| Depth | 25.94 cm (10.21 in) |
| Height (front to back) | 3.49 to 4.19 cm (1.37 to 1.65 in) |
| Weight (with optical drive, hard drive, and battery) | 2.82 kg (6.82 lbs) |
| Operating voltage | 18.5 V DC @ 3.5 A – 65 W |
| Display brightness | 150 nits (typical) |
| Hard drive interface | ATA‑7 |
| Hard drive transfer rate | 100 MB/sec (max) |
| Hard drive rotational speed | 5400 rpm |
The guide explains that you can recover the system by inserting the recovery discs and following the on‑screen prompts described in the Recovery section.
Do not place the computer on your lap or on soft surfaces, keep vents unobstructed, and avoid contact between the AC adapter and skin or soft materials.