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Page 2 Second Edition (July 2023) © Copyright Lenovo 2023. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...
Page 4 Onboard M.2 solid-state drive and its heatsink CPU and its carrier ... . 122 kit ....107 System board .
Page 5 About this manual ® This manual provides service and reference information for ThinkStation computers listed on the front cover. Illustrations in this manual might look different from your product. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. Important: This manual is intended only for trained service technicians who are familiar with ThinkStation computers.
Page 7: Chapter 1. Important Safety Information
Avoid contact with hot components inside the computer. During operation, some components become hot enough to burn the skin. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer, disconnect power, and wait approximately 10 minutes for the components to cool. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
Page 8: Electrical Safety
Electrical safety CAUTION: Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables can be hazardous. To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunication systems, networks, and modems before you open the computer covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.
Page 9: Safety Inspection Guide
– Power supply units – Pumps – Blowers and fans – Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.) • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. –...
Page 10: Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices
Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD damage can occur when there is a difference in charge between objects. Protect against ESD damage by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are all at the same charge.
Page 11 • Spanish DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. •...
Page 12 When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROM drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: • Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. •...
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Page 14 ≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 15 PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. Para evitar risco de choque elétrico: • Não conecte nem desconecte nenhum cabo ou execute instalação, manutenção ou reconfiguração deste produto durante uma tempestade com raios. •...
Page 16 PRECAUCIÓN: Quando produtos a laser (como unidades de CD-ROMs, unidades de DVD-ROM, dispositivos de fibra ótica ou transmissores) estiverem instalados, observe o seguinte: • Não remova as tampas. A remoção das tampas de um produto a laser pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à...
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Page 20 DANGER Le courant électrique provenant de l'alimentation, du téléphone et des câbles de transmission peut présenter un danger. Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique : • Ne manipulez aucun câble et n'effectuez aucune opération d'installation, d'entretien ou de reconfiguration de ce produit au cours d'un orage.
Page 21 Connexion Déconnexion 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 2. Commencez par brancher tous les cordons sur les 2. Débranchez les cordons d'alimentation des prises. unités. 3. Débranchez les câbles d'interface des connecteurs. 3. Branchez les câbles d'interface sur des 4.
Page 22 ≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) ATTENTION: Soulevez la machine avec précaution. ATTENTION: L'interrupteur de contrôle d'alimentation de l'unité et l'interrupteur dubloc d'alimentation ne coupent pas le courant électrique alimentantl'unité. En outre, le système peut être équipé de plusieurs cordonsd'alimentation.
Page 23 • Geräte niemals einschalten, wenn Hinweise auf Feuer, Wasser oder Gebäudeschäden vorliegen. • Die Verbindung zu den angeschlossenen Netzkabeln, Telekommunikationssystemen, Netzwerken und Modems ist vor dem Öffnen des Gehäuses zu unterbrechen, sofern in den Installations- und Konfigurationsprozeduren keine anders lautenden Anweisungen enthalten sind. •...
Page 24 Einige Lasergeräte enthalten eine Laserdiode der Klasse 3A oder 3B. Beachten Sie Folgendes: Laserstrahlung bei geöffneter Verkleidung. Nicht in den Strahl blicken. Keine Lupen oder Spiegel verwenden. Strahlungsbereich meiden. ≥18 kg ≥32 kg ≥55 kg ACHTUNG: Arbeitsschutzrichtlinien beim Anheben der Maschine beachten. ACHTUNG: Mit dem Netzschalter an der Einheit und am Netzteil wird die Stromversorgung für die Einheit nicht unterbrochen.
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Page 26 PERICOLO La corrente elettrica proveniente dai cavi di alimentazione, del telefono e di comunicazione può essere pericolosa. PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 27 Per evitare il rischio di scosse elettriche: • Non collegare o scollegare qualsiasi cavo oppure effettuare l'installazione, la manutenzione o la riconfigurazione del prodotto durante un temporale. • Collegare tutti i fili elettrici a una presa di alimentazione correttamente cablata e dotata di messa a terra.
Page 28 Quando vengono installati prodotti laser (quali CD-ROM, unità DVD-ROM, unità a fibre ottiche o trasmittenti), tener presente quanto segue: • Non rimuovere gli sportelli. L'apertura di un'unità laser può determinare l'esposizione a radiazioni laser pericolose. All'interno dell'unità non vi sono parti su cui effettuare l'assistenza tecnica. •...
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Page 30 PELIGRO La corriente eléctrica procedente de cables de alimentación, teléfonos y cables de comunicación puede ser peligrosa. Para evitar el riesgo de descarga eléctrica: • No conecte ni desconecte los cables ni realice ninguna tarea de instalación, mantenimiento o reconfiguración de este producto durante una tormenta eléctrica. •...
Page 31 • Cualquier equipo que se conecte a este producto también debe conectarse a tomas de corriente debidamente cableadas. • Siempre que sea posible, utilice una sola mano para conectar o desconectar los cables de señal. • No encienda nunca un equipo cuando hay señales de fuego, agua o daños estructurales. •...
Page 32 PELIGRO Algunos productos láser tienen incorporado un diodo láser de clase 3A o clase 3B. Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Cuando se abre, queda expuesto a radiación láser. No mire directamente al rayo láser, ni siquiera con instrumentos ópticos, y evite exponerse directamente al rayo láser. ≥18 kg ≥32 kg ≥55 kg...
Page 33: Chapter 2. Important Service Information
• Do not drop a system board or apply any excessive force to it. • Avoid rough handling of any kind. • Avoid bending a system board and hard pushing to prevent cracking at each Ball Grid Array (BGA) chipset. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
Page 34: How To Use Error Codes
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) model This model provides the ability for a customer to configure a Lenovo solution from a Web site, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label and eSupport will load these products as the 4-character MT, 4-character model, and 2-character country code.
Page 35: Chapter 3. Product Overview
– Low AC voltage countries require up to 20 amps of AC power. – Japan and Taiwan region require a high AC voltage outlet. – See details in the table below for North America, Japan, and Taiwan region. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
Page 36 Low / High AC voltage Countries or regions Requirements – Require 110-127V / 20A AC receptacle. – Lenovo power cord part number: North America SL60P41047 Low AC voltage (110-127V AC typical) 125V / 20A – Require 200V / 12A AC receptacle.
Page 37: Front
Front Description Description Item Item Power button Power indicator Always On USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 connector* USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 connector* ® USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connectors* Headset connector Diagnostic LCD switch Diagnostic LCD Front access bay lock ThinkStation ® Front access bays (1 to 6) Hard disk drive LED label* M.2 solid-state drive LED labels*...
Page 38 USB device Data rate (Gbit/s) Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) Power indicator Show the system status of your computer. • On: The computer is starting up or working. • Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode. • Blinking slowly: The computer is in sleep mode. Always On USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 connector With the Always On USB feature enabled, the Always On USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 connector can charge a USB-A compatible device when the computer is on, off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.
Page 39 Status and indication • Solid on: The storage drive status is failure. • 4 Hz blinking (four times per second): Locating the storage drive. • 1 Hz blinking (once a second): Rebuilding RAID. Status LED • Off (when the computer is powered on): The storage drive status is normal. •...
Page 40: Rear
Rear Description Description Item Item Power supply unit bays (2) Power cord connector Key-nest for the left side cover and front PCI-Express card areas access bays Key-nest for the dual M.2 SSD enclosure Power button Power indicator Audio line-in connector USB-C (3.2 Gen 2x2) connector Audio line-out connector USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 connectors...
Page 41 PCI-Express card areas Install PCI-Express cards into these areas to improve the operating performance of the computer. Depending ™ on the computer model, the video output connectors in these areas might be DisplayPort connectors or ™ Mini DisplayPort connectors. Chapter 3 Product overview...
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Page 43: Chapter 4. Service Checkout And Symptom-To-Fru Index
• Machine type and model • Processor or hard disk drive upgrades • Failure symptom – Do diagnostics indicate a failure? – What, when, where, single, or multiple systems? – Is the failure repeatable? – Has this configuration ever worked? © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
Page 44: Symptom-To-Fru Index
– If it has been working, what changes were made prior to its failing? – Is this the original reported failure? • Diagnostics version – Type and version level • Hardware configuration – Print (print screen) configuration currently in use –...
Page 45: Power Supply Problems
Error FRU/Action The boot sector on the startup drive is corrupted. The drive must be formatted. Do the following: 1. Attempt to back up the data on the failing hard disk drive. 2. Using the operating system programs, format the hard disk drive.
Page 46: Post Error Codes
POST error codes Each time you turn on the system, it performs a series of tests that check the operation of the system and some options. This series of tests are called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. POST checks the following operations: •...
Page 47: Miscellaneous Error Conditions
POST error message Description/Action Error code 8998 Not enough shadow RAM resources This error message is displayed for OPTION ROM, not all devices when the shadow RAM resources initialized. Suggest to remove some for option ROM are insufficient. add-on cards, or change to UEFI If the legacy option ROM is mode in BIOS setup.
Page 48 Message/Symptom FRU/Action Blank screen except for flashing cursor. 1. System Board 2. Primary Hard Disk Drive 3. Hard Disk Drive Cable Incorrect memory size during POST 1. Run the Memory tests. 2. Memory Module 3. System Board "Insert a Diskette" icon appears with a known-good 1.
Page 49: Undetermined Problems
Message/Symptom FRU/Action Serial or parallel connector device failure (system board 1. External Device Self-Test OK? connector) 2. External Device 3. Cable 4. System Board Serial or parallel connector device failure (adapter 1. External Device Self-Test OK? connector) 2. External Device 3.
Page 50: Clear Cmos
Note: Depending on the computer model, the recovery process will take two to three minutes. 8. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 9. Move the jumper back to the standard position. 10. Reinstall all the parts that have been removed. Then, reconnect the power cords for the computer and the monitor to electrical outlets.
Page 51: Chapter 5. Raid
To create a RAID volume: 1. Enable RAID by doing the following: a. Restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1 or Fn+F1. b. Select Devices ➙ PCH SATA Configuration and press Enter. © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
Page 52: Configure Raid With Avago Megaraid Configuration Utility
c. Select Configure SATA as and press Enter. Then, select RAID and press Enter. d. Press F10 or Fn+F10 to save the changes and exit. 2. Enter the BIOS menu again. 3. Select Advanced ➙ Intel RSTe SATA Controller and press Enter. 4.
Page 53 • An AVAGO MegaRAID adapter is installed in your computer. • The storage drives used for RAID configuration are connected to the installed AVAGO MegaRAID adapter instead of the system board. Storage drive requirements for RAID levels Your computer supports the following RAID levels: •...
Page 54: Configure Raid With Intel Virtual Raid On Cpu
• RAID5 • RAID6 • RAID10 Note: Some of the RAID levels might not be displayed because the number of installed storage drives and the model of the AVAGO MegaRAID adapter vary. b. Select Drives From: Select Unconfigured capacity or Free capacity depending on your needs and press Enter.
Page 55 • M.2 solid-state drives are installed in your computer. Storage drive requirements for RAID levels Your computer supports the following RAID levels: • RAID 0: striped disk array – Consists of at least two M.2 solid-state drives – Supported strip size: 4 KB, 8 KB, 16 KB, 32 KB, 64 KB, or 128 KB –...
Page 56 • RAID5 Note: Some of the RAID levels might not be displayed because the number of installed M.2 solid- state drives and the model of the upgrade key module vary. c. Select Disks: Select an M.2 solid-state drive and press Enter. Then, select X and press Enter to add it to a group.
Page 57: Copyright Lenovo 2023
4. Run the diagnostic program. 5. Recover your operating system. See “Self-help resources” on page 53. 6. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo. UEFI diagnostic program A UEFI diagnostic program is preinstalled on the computer. It enables you to test memory modules and internal storage devices, view system information, and check and recover bad sectors on internal storage devices.
Page 58: Diagnostics
ThinkStation Diagnostics, and then decode the error at https://www.thinkworkstationsoftware.com/ codes Note: You can download ThinkStation Diagnostics at https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/ lenovodiagnosticsolutions/downloads • If your computer does not function: 1. Use your smartphone to scan the QR code displayed on the diagnostic LCD to open https:// www.thinkworkstationsoftware.com/codes...
Page 59: Self-Help Resources
If you are unable to isolate and resolve the problem after running the Vantage app, save and print the log files created by the program. You might need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
Page 60 Resources How to access? Lenovo Support Web site with the latest support information of the following: • Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions https://pcsupport.lenovo.com • Product and service warranty • Product and parts details • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions •...
Page 61: Chapter 7. Hardware Removal And Installation
Screw driver: Philips Head 01 1, Shank length greater than 6 ThinkSation/DT Common tool inches Screw driver: Philips Head 02 2, Shank length greater than 6 ThinkSation/SC/DT Common tool inches Screw driver: Torx Head T5 IdeaPad Common tool © Copyright Lenovo 2023...
Page 62 Tool name Specific Product scope Tool type Screw driver: Torx Head T15 T15, for Chassis outside ThinkSation Common tool Screw driver: Torx Head T20 T20, Shank length greater than ThinkSation Common tool 6 inches, for heatsink and CPU Screw driver: Torx Head T30 T30, Shank length greater than ThinkSation Common tool...
Page 63: Major Frus And Crus
Tool name Specific Product scope Tool type Heat gun Special tool Brown brush 25 mm to 35 mm wide Special tool Note: The silicone grease can be applied to the surfaces of the microprocessor and heat sink to eliminate air gaps.
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Page 65 Number Description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU Right side cover Power distribution board and bracket Storage fan assembly BCB board and bracket Wi-Fi antenna cover NVLINK bridge* ThinkStation logo badge ID badge Front panel IO assembly Memory module Hard disk drive bracket* Hard disk drive* Lock kit for the front access bay* Think LED holder...
Page 66: System Board
Dummy cover for the upper PSU bay Top cover For detailed FRU and CRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go http://www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup System board Note: The system board might look slightly different from the illustration.
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Page 68 Figure 2. System board (back) part locations Item Item PCIe card slot 9 (x 16, Gen4, Microprocessor 1) PCIe card slot 8 (x 16, Gen5, Microprocessor 1) PCIe card slot 7 (x 16, Gen4, Microprocessor 1) PCIe card slot 6 (x 16, Gen5, Microprocessor 1) Memory slot 9 Memory slot 10 Memory slot 11...
Page 69 Item Item Graphics card power connector 3 Front fan assembly connector 2 Front panel connector Microprocessor 1 Front fan assembly connector 1 Misc power connector Thermal sensor connector Logo LED connector Bottom memory-fan connector Graphics card power connector 1 Graphics card power connector 2 Front fan assembly connector 3 Left cover presence switch connector (intrusion Microprocessor 1 fan connector...
Page 70: Expand Your Computer
Expand your computer You can enhance your computer capacity and performance by adding various devices according to the following rules: Note: To add or replace a device, see “Removing and installing hardware” on page 64. Description Item 1. Memory slots Up to sixteen memory modules are installed in selected models.
Page 71: External Options
External options You can connect external options to your computer, such as external speakers, a printer, or a scanner. For some external options, you must install additional software in addition to making the physical connection. When installing an external option, see Chapter 3 “Product overview” on page 29 to identify the required connector.
Page 72: Dummy Cover For The Upper Psu Bay
Dummy cover for the upper PSU bay Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Removal steps Remove the dummy cover for the upper PSU bay. PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 73: Power Supply Assembly
Power supply assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. The power supply assembly is hot-swappable. Removal steps Remove the power supply assembly. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 74: Top Cover
Top cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1.
Page 75: Front And Rear Wi-Fi Antenna
Front and rear Wi-Fi antenna Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the top cover. See “Top cover” on page 68. For access, do the following: 1. Rremove the top cover. See “Top cover” on page 68. 2.
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Page 77 Note: When installing the front and rear Wi-Fi antenna, follow the following cable routing: Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 78: Wi-Fi Antenna Cover
Wi-Fi antenna cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the top cover. See “Top cover” on page 68. Removal steps Remove the Wi-Fi antenna cover. Left side cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.
Page 79 Removal steps Remove the left side cover. Installation steps Install the left side cover. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 80: Nvlink Retainer
Note: If a locking device is available, use it to lock the computer after installing the computer cover. NVLINK retainer Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 81: Cpu Duct
Removal steps Remove the NVLINK retainer. CPU duct Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. Removal steps Remove the CPU duct. Wi-Fi card adapter Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.
Page 82 For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. Removal steps Remove the Wi-Fi card adapter. Note: If your computer comes with a Wi-Fi card that supports the Bluetooth function, disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Wi-Fi card adapter.
Page 83 Note: When installing the Wi-Fi card adapter, follow the following cable routing to connect the Bluetooth cable to the USB 2.0 connector on the system board. See “System board” on page 60. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 84: Wi-Fi Card
Wi-Fi card Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. Removal steps Remove the Wi-Fi card.
Page 85: Front Fan Assembly
Screw (quantity) Torque Color M2 x 3 mm, Zn coated (1) Black 1.5 ± 0.2 lb/in Front fan assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. Removal steps Remove the front fan assembly.
Page 86: Nvlink Bridge
NVLINK bridge Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Note: The NVLINK bridge is shipped in an accessary box within the computer carton box. You need to take it out from the packaging and install it by yourself. For access, do the following: 1.
Page 87: Front Fan Bracket
Removal steps Remove the NVLINK bridge. Front fan bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 88 For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3. Remove the front fan assembly. See “Front fan assembly” on page 79. Removal steps Remove the front fan bracket.
Page 89: Thermal Sensor
Thermal sensor Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3.
Page 90: Blank Bezel
Blank bezel Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the hard disk drive bracket beside the blank bezel. See “Hard disk drive in the front access bay” on page 92. Removal steps Remove the blank bezel.
Page 91: Front Panel Io Assembly
Front panel IO assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3.
Page 92: Lock Kit For The Front Access Bay
Lock kit for the front access bay Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2.
Page 93 Installation steps Install the front access bay lock. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 94: Think Led Holder And Cable
Think LED holder and cable Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3.
Page 95: Lock Kit For The Left Side Cover
Lock kit for the left side cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 96 Removal steps Remove the left side cover lock. Note: Loosen the two screws that secure the lock handle cover. The two screws cannot be removed from the lock handle cover. Screw (quantity) Torque Color 6-32*3.8 mm, Zn coated (2) Blue 3.0 ±...
Page 97 Installation steps Install the left side cover lock. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 98: Hard Disk Drive In The Front Access Bay
Hard disk drive in the front access bay Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
Page 99 Attention: The storage drive in the front access bay is hot-swappable only when the operating system of your computer does not reside on the storage drive installed in the front access bay. If the requirement is not met, do not remove or install the storage drive when the computer is turned on. Otherwise, data on the storage drive might get damaged.
Page 100 Installation steps of hard disk drive installed in the front access bay Install the hard disk drive. PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 101: Hard Disk Drive In The Psu Bay Storage Enclosure
Hard disk drive in the PSU bay storage enclosure Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
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Page 103: Right Side Cover
Right side cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. Removal steps Remove the right side cover. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 104 Installation steps Install the right side cover. PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 105: Cover Presence Switches
Cover presence switches Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Removal steps of the right cover presence switch For access, do the following: Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 106 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3. Remove the front fan assembly. See “Front fan assembly” on page 79. 4. Remove the front fan bracket. See “Front fan bracket” on page 81. Note: Disconnect the right cover presence switch cable from the right cover presence switch connector on the system board.
Page 107: Power Distribution Board And Bracket
Power distribution board and bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the power supply assembly. See “Power supply assembly” on page 67. 2. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 3.
Page 108: Bcb Board And Bracket
Screw (quantity) Torque Color 6-32*3.8 mm, Zn coated (3) Blue 3.0 ± 0.5 lb/in BCB board and bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the storage drives installed in the front access bay (if any). See “Hard disk drive in the front access bay”...
Page 109: Storage Fan Assembly
Screw (quantity) Torque Color 6-32*3.8 mm, Zn coated (3) Blue 3.0 ± 0.5 lb/in Storage fan assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2.
Page 110: M.2 Solid-State Drive In The Front Access Bay
M.2 solid-state drive in the front access bay Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
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Page 112: Dual M.2 Ssd Enclosure
Screw (quantity) Torque Color M2 x 4.5 mm, Zn coated (4) Black 1.5 ± 0.2 lb/in Screw (quantity) Torque Color M2 x 4.5 mm, Zn coated (1) Black 1.5 ± 0.2 lb/in Dual M.2 SSD enclosure Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1.
Page 113: Onboard M.2 Solid-State Drive And Its Heatsink Kit
Removal steps Remove the dual M.2 SSD enclosure. Onboard M.2 solid-state drive and its heatsink kit Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data.
Page 114 Installation steps Install the onboard M.2 solid-state drive. Notes: • Remove the protective film from both heatsink and thermal pad before installing the onboard M.2 solid- state drive. • If the new M.2 solid-state drive is double-sided, remove the 1.5-mm thick thermal pad upward first. PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 115: Memory Fan
Memory fan Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, remove the following parts in order: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3.
Page 116: Memory Module
5. Remove the rear fan assembly. See “Rear fan assembly” on page 83. 6. Disconnect the memory fan cable from the system board. See “System board” on page 60. Replacement steps Remove the memory fan. Memory module Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Ensure that you follow the installation order for memory modules shown in the following illustration.
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Page 118 For access, remove the following parts in order: • Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. • Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. • Remove the front fan assembly. See “Front fan assembly” on page 79. •...
Page 119: Pcie Bracket
Installation steps Install the memory module. PCIe bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2.
Page 120: Pcie Card
PCIe card Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Install PCIe cards according to the corresponding slot types and the following illustrated installation order: • 1 CPU PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 121 • 2 CPUs For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3. Remove the power cable from the PCIe card, if any. Removal steps Remove the PCIe card.
Page 122 Note: The card might fit tightly into the slot. If necessary, alternately move each side of the card a small amount until the card is removed from the slot. PX Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Page 123: Full-Length Pcie Card
For cable connection guide, see “Cable connection” on page 127. Full-length PCIe card Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. Install PCIe cards according to the corresponding slot types and the following illustrated installation order: •...
Page 124 Note: Do not change the graphics card slot installation location if you replace a GeforceRTX 4080 graphics card. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. 3.
Page 125: Super Capacitor Module
Note: The PCIe card extender is only available on some models. Screw (quantity) Torque Color M3 x 5.5 mm, Nickel coated (2) Black 5.5 ± 0.5 lb/in For cable connection guide, see “Cable connection” on page 127. Super capacitor module Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.
Page 126: Cpu Heatsink
1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the CPU duct. See “CPU duct” on page 75. Removal steps Remove the super capacitor module. Note: When installing a new super capacitor module, connect the super capacitor module cable to the super capacitor module connector (J14) on the RAID card.
Page 127 Removal steps 1. Remove the memory fan duct. Screw (quantity) Torque Color M3 x 5 mm, Nickel coated (4) Black 5.0 ± 0.5 lb/in 2. Loosen the four screws that secure the CPU heatsink to the system board in diagonal sequence and unlock the anti-tilt wires in the same sequence to lift the CPU heatsink.
Page 128: Cpu And Its Carrier
Screw (quantity) Torque Color Peek (4) Off white 10 ± 1 lb/in CPU and its carrier Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. CAUTION: Avoid contact with hot components inside the computer. During operation, some components become hot enough to burn the skin.
Page 129 Removal steps Note: Touch only the edges of the CPU. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. Install steps Note: Touch only the edges of the CPU. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 130: System Board
System board Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. CAUTION: Avoid contact with hot components inside the computer. During operation, some components become hot enough to burn the skin. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer, disconnect power, and wait approximately 10 minutes for the components to cool.
Page 131 • Remove the front fan bracket. See “Front fan bracket” on page 81. • Remove the rear fan. See “Rear fan assembly” on page 83. • Remove the front panel IO assembly. See “Front panel IO assembly” on page 85. •...
Page 132: Speaker
Screw (quantity) Torque Color M3 x 5 mm, Nickel coated (12) Black 5.0 ± 0.5 lb/in Speaker Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2.
Page 133: Rear Power Button
Rear power button Prerequisite Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions. For access, do the following: 1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover” on page 72. 2. Remove the system board. See “System board” on page 124. Removal steps Remove the rear power button.
Page 134 Notes: • C0 connector priority is higher than C1 connector. • MCIO connector 1 priority is higher than MCIO connector 2. • Front access bay 2+5 priority is higher than front access bay 3+6 . Figure 3. Cable connection for BCM9560 RAID AIC Notes: •...
Page 135 Figure 5. GFX GV100/RTX A5500/RTX A4500 Aux power connection Figure 6. GFX RTX A6000 Aux power connection Chapter 7 Hardware removal and installation...
Page 136 Note: When the NVIDIA Quadro SYNC II card and the graphics card are located in the upper PCIe card area and lower PCIe card area respectively, ensure that you remove the memory fan duct to route the SYNC II card cable and power cable through the hole of the memory fan duct as illustrated above. See “Memory fan” on page 109.
Page 137: Chapter 8. Notices And Trademarks
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Lenovo ThinkStation PX Hardware Maintenance Manual

Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

Chapter 3. Product Overview

Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index

Chapter 5. RAID

Chapter 6. Diagnostics

Chapter 7. Hardware Removal and Installation

Chapter 8. Notices and Trademarks

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