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  • Page 1 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 3376, 3377, 3378, 3386, 3387, and 3388...
  • Page 2 “Safety information” on page 3 and Appendix A “Notices” on page 167. Second Edition (July 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2012. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 3. General information ..33 Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing Lenovo Welcome....CMOS) ....
  • Page 4 Locating major FRUs and CRUs ..Replacing the battery ..Looking up FRU information ..Replacing the hard disk drive ..Locating parts on the system board .

  • Page 5: Chapter 1. About This Manual

    Before servicing a Lenovo computer product, be sure to read Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3. Chapter 7 “Symptom-to-FRU index” on page 63 and Chapter 11 “Additional service information” on page 163 are not specific to any machine type. These chapters are applicable to all ThinkCentre Edge computers.
  • Page 6 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 7: Chapter 2. Safety Information

    Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 8 Important: Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have handles covered with a soft material that does not insulate you when working with live electrical currents. Many customers have, near their equipment, rubber floor mats that contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharges. Do not use this type of mat to protect yourself from an electric shock.

  • Page 9: Voltage-Selection Switch

    Voltage-selection switch Some computers are equipped with a voltage-selection switch located near the power-cord connection point on the computer. If your computer has a voltage-selection switch, ensure that you set the switch to match the voltage available at your electrical outlet. Setting the voltage-selection switch incorrectly can cause permanent damage to the computer.

  • Page 10: Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices

    5. Check for any obvious alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any alterations. 6. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage. 7.
  • Page 11 • French • German • Hebrew • Italian • Korean • 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.
  • Page 12 CAUTION: 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. •...
  • Page 13 Chapter 2 Safety information...
  • Page 14 ≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) ThinkCentre Edge 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 CUIDADO: Ao substituir a bateria de lítio, utilize apenas uma bateria com Número de Peça 45C1566 ou um tipo de bateria equivalente recomendado pelo Se o seu sistema possui um módulo com uma bateria de lítio, substitua-o apenas por um módulo do mesmo tipo e do mesmo fabricante. A bateria contém lítio e pode explodir se não for utilizada, manuseada ou descartada de maneira correta.
  • Page 17 CUIDADO: O botão de controle de alimentação do dispositivo e o botão para ligar/desligar da fonte de alimentação não desligam a corrente elétrica fornecida ao dispositivo. O dispositivo também pode ter mais de um cabo de alimentação. Para remover toda a corrente elétrica do dispositivo, assegure que todos os cabos de alimentação estejam desconectados da fonte de alimentação.
  • Page 18 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 19 Chapter 2 Safety information...
  • Page 20 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 21 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 22 ATTENTION: Remplacer la pile au lithium usagée par une pile de référence identique exclusivement, (référence 45C1566), ou suivre les instructions du fabricant qui en définit les équivalences. Si votre système est doté d'un module contenant une pile au lithium, vous devez le remplacer uniquement par un module identique, produit par le même fabricant.
  • Page 23 ≥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 24 VORSICHT An Netz-, Telefon- und Datenleitungen können gefährliche Spannungen anliegen. Aus Sicherheitsgründen: • Bei Gewitter an diesem Gerät keine Kabel anschließen oder lösen. Ferner keine Installations-, Wartungs- oder Rekonfigurationsarbeiten durchführen. • Gerät nur an eine Schutzkontaktsteckdose mit ordnungsgemäß geerdetem Schutzkontakt anschließen.
  • Page 25 ACHTUNG: Bei der Installation von Lasergeräten (wie CD-ROM-Laufwerken, DVD- aufwerken, Einheiten mit Lichtwellenleitertechnik oder Sendern) Folgendes beachten: • Die Abdeckungen nicht entfernen. Durch Entfernen der Abdeckungen des Lasergeräts können gefährliche Laserstrahlungen freigesetzt werden. Das Gerät enthält keine zu wartenden Teile. •...
  • Page 26 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 27 Chapter 2 Safety information...
  • Page 28 PERICOLO La corrente elettrica proveniente dai cavi di alimentazione, del telefono e di comunicazione può essere pericolosa. 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. •...
  • Page 29 ATTENZIONE: Quando si sostituisce la batteria al litio, utilizzare solo il Numero parte 45C1566 o un tipo di batteria equivalente consigliato dal produttore. Se sul sistema è presente un modulo che contiene una batteria al litio, sostituirlo solo con un tipo di modulo dello stesso tipo della stessa casa di produzione. La batteria contiene litio e può...
  • Page 30 ≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) ATTENZIONE: Prestare attenzione nel sollevare l'apparecchiatura. ATTENZIONE: Il pulsante di controllo dell'alimentazione presente sull'unità e l'interruttore dell'alimentatore non disattivano l'alimentazione corrente fornita all'unità. E' possibile che l'unità disponga di più cavi di alimentazione.
  • Page 31 Chapter 2 Safety information...
  • Page 32 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 33 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 34 PRECAUCIÓN: Cuando haya productos láser (como unidades de CD-ROM, unidades de DVD, dispositivos de fibra óptica o transmisores) instalados, tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: • No quite las cubiertas. Si quita las cubiertas del producto láser, podría quedar expuesto a radiación láser peligrosa.
  • Page 35 PRECAUCIÓN: El botón de control de alimentación del dispositivo y el interruptor de alimentación de la fuente de alimentación no desconectan la corriente eléctrica suministrada al dispositivo. Además, el dispositivo podría tener más de un cable de alimentación. Para suprimir toda la corriente eléctrica del dispositivo, asegúrese de que todos los cables de alimentación estén desconectados de la toma de corriente.
  • Page 36 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 37: Chapter 3. General Information

    To access the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools. The following table lists the programs that you can access from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program. To access a program, double-click the corresponding icon.

  • Page 38: Lenovo Cloud Storage

    Lenovo Cloud Storage The Lenovo Cloud Storage program is a cloud storage solution that enables you to store your files, such as documents and pictures, on a server. You can access the stored files through the Internet from different devices such as personal computers, smart phones, or tablets.

  • Page 39: For Machine Types: 3376, 3378, And 3387

    For machine types: 3376, 3378, and 3387 Dimensions Width: 160 mm (6.3 inches) Height: 396.5 mm (15.61 inches) Depth: 390 mm (15.35 inches) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 7.5 kg (16.5 lb) (without package) Maximum configuration as shipped: 10.5 kg (23.1 lb) (with package) Environment •...
  • Page 40 Non-operating: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) Non-operating: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) (without package) • Humidity: Operating: 20% to 80% (non-condensing) Non-operating: 20% to 90% (non-condensing) • Altitude: Operating: -50 to 10 000 ft (-15.2 to 3 048 m) Non-operating: -50 to 35 000 ft (-15.2 to 10 668 m) Electrical input •...

  • Page 41: Chapter 4. General Checkout

    Service Support and Engineering functions. • 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? © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 42 – Has this configuration ever worked? – If it has been working, what changes were made prior to it failing? – Is this the original reported failure? • Diagnostics version – Type and version level • Hardware configuration – Print (print screen) configuration currently in use –...

  • Page 43: Chapter 5. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics

    Note: If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. For a list of service and support telephone numbers, refer to the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that comes with your computer or go to the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. Symptom...

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting Procedure

    • If the diagnostic programs detect a hardware failure, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center. See “Additional information resources” on page 34 for more information. • If you are unable to run the diagnostic programs, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center. See “Additional information resources” on page 34 for more information.

  • Page 45: Audio Problems

    Select the problem your computer is experiencing from the following list: • “Audio problems” on page 41 • “CD problems” on page 42 • “DVD problems” on page 43 • “Intermittent problems” on page 44 • “Hard disk drive problems” on page 45 •...

  • Page 46: Cd Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34. An audio disc or AutoPlay-enabled disc does not automatically play when it is...

  • Page 47: Dvd Problems

    Note that on some models the startup sequence is permanently set and cannot be changed. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34.

  • Page 48: Intermittent Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34.

  • Page 49: Hard Disk Drive Problems

    If airflow is blocked or the fans are not working, the computer might overheat. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34.
  • Page 50 See “Enabling or disabling a device” on page 59. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34.

  • Page 51: Monitor Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34.
  • Page 52 If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34.

  • Page 53: Networking Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, your monitor might need service. See “Additional information resources” on page 34 for details. Networking problems The following are the most common networking problems. Select your networking problem from the following list: •...

  • Page 54: A Wireless Lan Problem

    The adapter stops working for no apparent reason Symptom: The adapter stops working for no apparent reason. Action: The network driver files may be corrupt or missing. Update the driver by referring to the “Solution” description for the procedure to make sure that the correct device driver is installed. The Wake on LAN feature is not working Symptom: The Wake on LAN (WOL) feature is not working.

  • Page 55: Option Problems

    Bluetooth, a PIM item sent from the Windows 7 operating system might be saved as a file with the extension .contact. Option problems Use this information to diagnose problems with Lenovo hardware options that do not have their own troubleshooting information. Select your symptom from the following list: •...

  • Page 56: Performance And Lockup Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34.

  • Page 57: Insufficient Memory

    3. Click Disk Cleanup. 4. A list of unnecessary file categories is displayed. Select each file category you want to delete, and then click OK. • 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Programs. 3. Click Turn Windows features on or off. 4.

  • Page 58: Printer Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 56 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Additional information resources” on page 34. Printer problems Symptom: The printer does not work.

  • Page 59: Usb Problems

    Action: Some software developed before the year 2000 used only the last two digits of a year to sort dates, always assuming the first two digits were 19. Consequently, these programs sort dates out of order. Check with your software manufacturer to see if any updates are available. Many software manufacturers make updates available from the World Wide Web.

  • Page 60: Diagnostics

    Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

  • Page 61: Copyright Lenovo

    Using passwords By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to your computer and data. The following types of passwords are available: • Power-On Password © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 62: Password Considerations

    • Administrator Password • Hard Disk Password You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, using passwords improves computing security. If you decide to set any passwords, read the following sections. Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised.

  • Page 63: Erasing Lost Or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing Cmos)

    2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Security. 3. Depending on the password type, select Set Power-On Password, Set Administrator Password, or Hard Disk Password. 4. Follow the instructions on the right side of the screen to set, change, or delete a password. Note: A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters.

  • Page 64: Selecting A Startup Device

    5. Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program. See “Exiting the Setup Utility program” on page 62. Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up from a device such as the disc or hard disk drive as expected, do one of the following to select the startup device you want.

  • Page 65: Ice Performance Mode

    The wake up on alarm feature enables your computer to wake up at a set time. To enable the wake up on alarm feature, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. 2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Power ➙ Automatic Power On, and press Enter. 3.

  • Page 66: Exiting The Setup Utility Program

    To configure the ICE thermal alert function, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 57. 2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Power. 3. Select Intelligent Cooling Engine (ICE). The Intelligent Cooling Engine (ICE) window is displayed. 4.

  • Page 67: Chapter 7. Symptom-To-Fru Index

    • Microprocessor(s) connection Check the power cord for continuity. Power cord Check the power-on switch for continuity. Power-on switch Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are tones or a series of tones separated by pauses (intervals without sound) during POST. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 68: Post Error Codes

    The following tables describes beep symptoms. Beep Symptom FRU/Action Perform the following actions in order. 2 short beeps CMOS setting error 1. Start the Setup Utility program and press F10 to Save and exit. See Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility program”...
  • Page 69 POST Error code POST Error message Description/Action 1762 This error message is displayed when a hard disk SATA device configuration change has occurred drive or optical drive change has been made. Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program. Then press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program.

  • Page 70: Miscellaneous Error Messages

    Miscellaneous error messages Message/Symptom FRU/Action Changing display colors Display/Monitor Computer will not power-off. See “Hard disk drive boot 1. Power Switch error” on page 63. 2. System Board 3. Riser card, if installed Computer will not RPL from server 1. Ensure that network is in startup sequence as first device or first device after diskette 2.

  • Page 71: Undetermined Problems

    Message/Symptom FRU/Action Non-system disk or disk error-type message with a 1. Diskette Drive known-good diagnostic diskette. 2. System Board 3. Diskette Drive Cable 1. Display Other display symptoms not listed above (including blank or illegible display) 2. System Board Power-on indicator or hard disk drive in-use light not on, 1.
  • Page 72 d. Extended video memory e. External Cache f. External Cache RAM g. Hard disk drive h. Diskette drive 3. Turn on the power and the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter cards. If all devices and adapter cards have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board.

  • Page 73: Chapter 8. Locations

    Figure 1. Front connector, control, and indicator locations Hard disk drive activity indicator USB 2.0 connector (USB port 1) Power indicator Headphone connector Power switch Microphone connector Optical drive eject/close button USB 2.0 connector (USB port 2) © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 74: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 “Rear connector locations” on page 70 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer.

  • Page 75: Locating Major Frus And Crus

    Connector Description Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable. Microphone connector Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech-recognition software.
  • Page 76 Figure 3. Locating major FRUs and CRUs The following table lists the major FRUs shown in Figure 3 “Locating major FRUs and CRUs” on page 72 and identifies which FRUs also are self-service CRUs or optional-service CRUs. ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 77: Looking Up Fru Information

    Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) card WiFi card module WiFi adapter card Rear WiFi antenna Battery Rear fan Keyboard Mouse Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup Chapter 8 Locations...

  • Page 78: Locating Parts On The System Board

    Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 “System board part locations” on page 74 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board part locations 4-pin power connector Front panel connector (for connecting LED indicators and power switch) Microprocessor Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor)

  • Page 79: Locating Internal Drives

    SATA connectors (SATA 2.0 connectors) Cover presence switch connector (Intrusion switch connector) Power fan connector PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector Locating internal drives Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and enable your computer to read other types of media.

  • Page 80: For Machine Types: 3377, 3386, And 3388

    For machine types: 3377, 3386, and 3388. Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer Figure 6 “Front connector, control, and indicator locations” on page 76 shows the locations of the connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer. Figure 6.

  • Page 81: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 7 “Rear connector locations” on page 77 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer.

  • Page 82: Locating Major Frus And Crus

    Connector Description DisplayPort connector Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector. Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable.
  • Page 83 Figure 8. Locating major FRUs and CRUs The following table lists the major FRUs shown in Figure 8 “Locating major FRUs and CRUs” on page 79 and identifies which FRUs also are self-service CRUs or optional-service CRUs. Notes: Chapter 8 Locations...

  • Page 84: Looking Up Fru Information

    System board Microprocessor Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) card Heat sink and fan assembly Keyboard Mouse Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 85: Locating Parts On The System Board

    Locating parts on the system board Figure 9 “System board part locations” on page 81 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 9. System board part locations 4-pin power connector Front panel connector (for connecting LED indicators and power switch) Microprocessor Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor)

  • Page 86: Locating Internal Drives

    SATA connectors (SATA 2.0 connectors) Cover presence switch connector (Intrusion switch connector) Power fan connector PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector Locating internal drives Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and enable your computer to read other types of media.

  • Page 87: Chapter 9. Replacing Frus (Machine Types: 3376, 3378, And 3387)

    Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information” on page 1. Notes: 1. Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. 2. When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option.

  • Page 88: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel

    This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover. To remove the computer cover, do the following: 1.
  • Page 89 To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 83. 3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivoting the front bezel outward.

  • Page 90: Installing Or Replacing A Pci Card

    4. To reinstall the front bezel, align the three plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the front bezel inwards until it snaps into position on the left side. Figure 13.
  • Page 91 3. At the rear of the computer, remove the screw that secures the PCI card latch. Figure 14. Removing the screw that secures the PCI card latch 4. Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a PCI card, do one of the following: •...
  • Page 92 • If you are replacing an old PCI card, grasp the old card that is currently installed and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 15. Removing a PCI card Notes: a. The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot.

  • Page 93: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module

    7. Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCI card. Figure 16. Installing a PCI card 8. Reinstall the screw to secure the PCI card latch in place. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...
  • Page 94 UDIMM DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 One UDIMM Two UDIMMs X, 1 X, 2 Three UDIMMs X, 3 X, 1 X, 2 Four UDIMMs X, 3 X, 1 X, 4 X, 2 To install or replace a memory module, do the following: 1.

  • Page 95: Replacing The Battery

    • If you are installing a memory module, open the retaining clips of the memory slot into which you want to install the memory module. Figure 18. Opening the retaining clips 7. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key on the system board.

  • Page 96: Replacing The Primary Hard Disk Drive

    The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however, no battery lasts forever. If the battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including passwords) are lost. An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer. Refer to the “Lithium coin cell battery notice”...
  • Page 97 To replace the primary hard disk drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 83. 3. Locate the primary hard disk drive. See “Locating internal drives” on page 75. Note: There is also a secondary hard disk drive bay for you to purchase and install a secondary hard disk drive by yourself.

  • Page 98: Replacing The Optical Drive

    6. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay and align the screw holes in the new hard disk drive with the corresponding holes in the drive bay. Then, install the four screws to secure the new hard disk drive in place.
  • Page 99 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace the optical drive. Note: The optical drive is available only in some models. To replace an optical drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2.
  • Page 100 5. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay from the front and align the screw holes in the new optical drive with the corresponding holes in the drive bay. Then, install the three screws to secure the new optical drive in place.

  • Page 101: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly

    Replacing the power supply assembly Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information” on page 1. This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety and proper Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification.
  • Page 102 8. Install and tighten the four screws to secure the power supply assembly. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 9. Reconnect the power supply assembly cables to the system board and each of the drives.

  • Page 103: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    10. Secure the power supply assembly cables with the cable clips and ties in the chassis. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 118. Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information”...
  • Page 104 6. Follow this sequence to remove the four screws that secure the heat sink and fan assembly to the system board: a. Partially remove screw , then fully remove screw , and then fully remove screw b. Partially remove screw , then fully remove screw , and then fully remove screw Note: Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage to the...

  • Page 105: Replacing The Microprocessor

    • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 118. Replacing the microprocessor Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information” on page 1. This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
  • Page 106 Figure 32. Removing the microprocessor Notes: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. b. Note the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket. You can either look for the small triangle on one corner of the microprocessor or note the orientation of the notches on the microprocessor.

  • Page 107: Replacing The System Board

    10. Lower the new microprocessor straight down into the microprocessor socket on the system board. Figure 33. Installing the microprocessor 11. Close the microprocessor retainer and lock it into position with the small handle to secure the new microprocessor in the socket. 12.
  • Page 108 4. Remove the hard disk drive from the chassis. See “Replacing the primary hard disk drive” on page 92. 5. Remove the power supply assembly from the chassis. See “Replacing the power supply assembly” on page 97. 6. Remove all memory modules and PCI cards that are currently installed. See “Installing or replacing a memory module”...
  • Page 109 17. Install all memory modules and PCI cards removed from the failing system board on the new system board. See “Installing or replacing a memory module” on page 89 and “Installing or replacing a PCI card” on page 86. 18. Reconnect all remaining cables to the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 74.

  • Page 110: Replacing The Rear Fan

    5. Carefully press the other side of the socket cover downwards until the socket cover snaps into place. Figure 36. Securing the socket cover 6. Carefully check the four corners of the socket cover to make sure that the cover is secured in the microprocessor socket.
  • Page 111 5. The rear fan is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear fan by breaking or cutting the rubber mounts and gently pulling the rear fan out of the chassis. Note: The new rear fan will have four new rubber mounts attached. Figure 37.

  • Page 112: Replacing The Front Audio And Usb Assembly

    7. Pull on the tips of the rubber mounts until the rear fan is secured in place. Figure 38. Installing the rear fan 8. Connect the rear fan cable to the system fan connector on the system board. What to do next: •...

  • Page 113: Replacing The Wifi Units

    6. Remove the screw that secures the front audio and USB assembly bracket to the chassis to remove the bracket from the chassis. Figure 39. Removing the front audio and USB assembly 7. Install the new front audio and USB assembly into the chassis and align the screw hole in the bracket with the corresponding hole in the chassis.
  • Page 114 Removing the WiFi adapter card To remove a WiFi adapter card, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 83. 3.
  • Page 115 5. Grasp the WiFi adapter card that is currently installed and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 41. Removing the WiFi adapter card Note: The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot.
  • Page 116 2. Remove the two screws that secure the WiFi card module to the WiFi adapter card. Figure 43. Removing the screws that secure the WiFi card module 3. Pull the WiFi card module out of the mini PCI Express slot to remove it from the WiFi adapter card. Figure 44.
  • Page 117 1. Insert the WiFi card module into the mini PCI Express slot, and then install the two screws to secure the WiFi card module to the WiFi adapter card. Figure 45. Installing the WiFi card module Chapter 9 Replacing FRUs (machine types: 3376, 3378, and 3387)
  • Page 118 2. Connect the front antenna cable and rear antenna cable to the WiFi card module. Figure 46. Installing the WiFi antenna cables 3. Install the WiFi adapter card into the PCI Express x1 slot on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board”...

  • Page 119: Installing Or Removing The Rear Wifi Antenna

    • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 118. Installing or removing the rear WiFi antenna Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” on page 1.

  • Page 120: Installing Or Removing The Front Wifi Antenna

    3. Hold the thicker end of the rear WiFi antenna and unscrew the WiFi antenna from the rear of the computer. Figure 49. Removing the rear WiFi antenna What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...
  • Page 121 Figure 50. Peeling off the paper that protects the stickers 5. Stick the front antenna to the front panel as shown. Then insert the front antenna cable through the hole in the front panel. Figure 51. Installing the front WiFi antenna 6.

  • Page 122: Completing The Parts Replacement

    • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 118. Removing the front WiFi antenna To remove the front WiFi antenna, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2.
  • Page 123 8. To update your configuration, refer to Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 57. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Field Replacement Units (FRUs). Information about this will come with the new FRUs or will come a few days after you receive the new FRUs.
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  • Page 125: Chapter 10. Replacing Frus (Machine Types: 3377, 3386, And 3388)

    Notes: 1. Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. 2. When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option.

  • Page 126: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel

    This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover. To remove the computer cover, do the following: 1.
  • Page 127 3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the top of the front bezel and pivoting the front bezel outward to remove it from the computer. Carefully lay the front bezel aside without disconnecting the power switch and light-emitting diode (LED) assembly cable. Figure 55.

  • Page 128: Accessing The System Board Components And Drives

    Accessing the system board components and drives Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information” on page 1. This section provides instructions on how to access the system board components and drives. To access the system board components and drives, do the following: 1.

  • Page 129: Installing Or Replacing A Pci Card

    5. To lower the drive bay assembly, press the drive bay assembly clip inward and pivot the drive bay assembly downward as shown. Figure 58. Lowering the drive bay assembly Installing or replacing a PCI card Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information” on page 1.
  • Page 130 • If you are replacing an old PCI card, remove the screw that secures the old PCI card, grasp the old card that is currently installed, and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 59. Removing a PCI card Notes: a.

  • Page 131: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module

    Figure 60. Installing a PCI card What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 160. Installing or replacing a memory module Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information”...
  • Page 132 To install or replace a memory module, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 121. 3. Lay the computer on its side, and then pivot the drive bay assembly upward to access to the system board.

  • Page 133: Replacing The Battery

    7. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips close. Figure 63.

  • Page 134: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    5. Remove the old battery. Figure 64. Removing the old battery 6. Install a new battery. Figure 65. Installing a new battery 7. Reinstall the computer cover and connect the cables. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 160. Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after replacing the battery, an error message might be displayed.
  • Page 135 Figure 66. Pivoting the drive bay assembly 5. Hold the hard disk drive and remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive. Then, remove the hard disk drive from the drive bay assembly. Figure 67. Removing the hard disk drive 6.

  • Page 136: Replacing The Optical Drive

    7. Connect one end of the signal cable to the rear of the new hard disk drive and the other end to an available SATA connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 81. Then, locate an available five-wire power connector and connect it to the rear of the new hard disk drive.
  • Page 137 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace the optical drive. Note: The optical drive is available only in some models. To install or replace an optical drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2.
  • Page 138 7. Press the drive bay assembly clip inward and pivot the drive bay assembly downward as shown. Figure 71. Lowering the drive bay assembly 8. Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer. Figure 72. Removing the optical drive ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 139 9. Slide the new optical drive into the optical drive bay from the front of the computer. Figure 73. Installing a new optical drive 10. Hold the new optical drive and pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Align the screw holes in the new optical drive with the corresponding holes in the drive bay.

  • Page 140: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly

    11. Connect one end of the signal cable to the rear of the new optical drive and the other end to an available SATA connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 81. Then, locate an available five-wire power connector and connect it to the rear of the new optical drive.
  • Page 141 Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. To replace the power supply assembly, do the following: 1.
  • Page 142 6. At the rear of the computer, remove the three screws that secure the power supply assembly. Press the power supply clip downward to release the power supply assembly and then slide the power supply assembly to the front of the computer. Lift the power supply assembly out of the computer. Figure 77.
  • Page 143 Then, install the three screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. Figure 78. Installing the power supply assembly 9.

  • Page 144: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    10. Lower and position the heat sink fan duct on the top of the heat sink and fan assembly until it snaps into position. Figure 79. Installing the heat sink fan duct 11. Secure the power supply assembly cables with the cable clips and ties in the chassis. What to do next: •...
  • Page 145 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Then, pivot the two plastic retaining clips outward to remove the heat sink fan duct from the failing heat sink and fan assembly. Figure 80. Removing the heat sink fan duct 5. Disconnect the heat sink and fan assembly cable from the microprocessor fan connector on the system board.
  • Page 146 6. Follow this sequence to remove the four screws that secure the heat sink and fan assembly to the system board: a. Partially remove screw , then fully remove screw , and then fully remove screw b. Partially remove screw , then fully remove screw , and then fully remove screw Note: Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage to the...

  • Page 147: Replacing The Microprocessor

    Figure 82. Installing the heat sink fan duct What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 160. Replacing the microprocessor Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information”...
  • Page 148 5. Lift the small handle and open the retainer to access the microprocessor Figure 83. Accessing the microprocessor 6. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Figure 84. Removing the microprocessor Notes: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 149 b. Note the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket. You can either look for the small triangle on one corner of the microprocessor or note the orientation of the notches on the microprocessor. This is important when installing the new microprocessor on the system board. c.

  • Page 150: Replacing The System Board

    What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 160. Replacing the system board Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding “Important safety information” on page 1.
  • Page 151 8. Remove the eight screws that secure the system board. Figure 86. Removing the eight screws that secure the system board 9. Lift the system board out of the chassis. 10. Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board. See “Replacing the microprocessor”...

  • Page 152: Replacing The System Fan Assembly

    3. Note the orientation of the socket cover. Align the notches of the microprocessor socket cover with the alignment keys of the microprocessor socket. 4. Install one side of the socket cover into the microprocessor socket as shown. Figure 87. Installing the socket cover Note: Your microprocessor socket and cover might look slightly different from the illustration.
  • Page 153 This section provides instructions on how to replace the system fan. To replace the system fan, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 121. 3.

  • Page 154: Replacing The Front Audio And Usb Assembly

    9. Install the new system fan by aligning the new rubber mounts that came with the new system fan with the corresponding holes in the chassis, and then push the rubber mounts through the holes. Then, carefully pull on the tips of the rubber mounts from the bottom until the new system fan is secured in place. Figure 90.

  • Page 155: Replacing The Wifi Units

    3. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 122. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. See “Accessing the system board components and drives” on page 124. 5. Disconnect the front audio and USB assembly cables from the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board”...
  • Page 156 Replacing the WiFi units involves the following operations: • “Removing the WiFi adapter card” on page 152 • “Removing the WiFi card module” on page 153 • “Installing the WiFi units” on page 154 Removing the WiFi adapter card To remove the WiFi adapter card, do the following: 1.
  • Page 157 5. Grasp the WiFi adapter card that is currently installed and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 93. Removing the WiFi adapter card Note: The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot.
  • Page 158 2. Remove the two screws that secure the WiFi card module to the WiFi adapter card. Figure 95. Removing the screws that secure the WiFi card module 3. Pull the WiFi card module out of the mini PCI Express slot to remove it from the WiFi adapter card. Figure 96.
  • Page 159 1. Insert the WiFi card module into the mini PCI Express slot, and then install the two screws to secure the WiFi card module to the WiFi adapter card. Figure 97. Installing the WiFi card module 2. Connect the front antenna cable and rear antenna cable to the WiFi card module. Figure 98.

  • Page 160: Installing Or Removing The Rear Wifi Antenna

    3. Locate the two PCI Express x1 slots on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 81. 4. Install the WiFi adapter card into one of the two PCI Express x1 slots. Then install the screw to secure the WiFi adapter card in place.

  • Page 161: Removing The Rear Wifi Antenna

    3. Adjust the angle of the rear antenna to lower the risk of breaking the antenna by accident. Figure 100. Installing the rear WiFi antenna What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...

  • Page 162: Installing Or Removing The Front Wifi Antenna

    • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 160. Installing or removing the front WiFi antenna Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” on page 1.

  • Page 163: Removing The Front Wifi Antenna

    5. Stick the front antenna to the front panel as shown. Then insert the front antenna cable through the hole in the front panel. Figure 103. Installing the front WiFi antenna 6. Connect the front antenna cable to the WiFi card module. What to do next: •...

  • Page 164: Completing The Parts Replacement

    5. Remove the front antenna and cable from the front of the computer. Figure 104. Removing the front WiFi antenna What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 160. Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables.
  • Page 165 9. To update your configuration, refer to Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 57. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). Information about this will come with the new FRUs or will come a few days after you receive the new FRUs.
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  • Page 167: Chapter 11. Additional Service Information

    “Using passwords” on page 57. Operating system password Note: This section applies only to computer models that have an operating system preinstalled from Lenovo. An operating system password is very similar to a power-on password and denies access to the computer by an unauthorized user when the password is activated.

  • Page 168: Updating (Flashing) The Bios From Your Operating System

    Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure.

  • Page 169: Power Management

    4. Remove any cables that impede access to the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper. 5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the maintenance position (pin 2 and pin 3). 6. Reconnect any cables that were disconnected and reinstall the PCI card if removed. 7.
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  • Page 171: Appendix A. Notices

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 172: Television Output Notice

    Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. European conformance CE mark Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo Rescue and Recovery...

  • Page 173: Index

    94, 132 Optional-service CRUs 71, 78 environment, operating 35–36 Ethernet connector 71, 78 exiting, Setup Utility part numbers 1, 69, 73, 80, 83, 121 parts replacement, completing 118, 160 failure, recovering from POST/BIOS password © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 174 Administrator replacing considerations system board components Power-On Password accessing setting, changing, deleting system fan, replacing passwords erasing lost or forgotten passwords, using temporary startup device PCI card 86, 125 the BIOS, updating (flashing) 163–164 installing, replacing 86, 125 troubleshooting, basic slots 86, 125 troubleshooting, diagnostics...
  • Page 176 Part Number: Printed in USA (1P) P/N: *1P*...

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