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IdeaCentre A530 All-In-One PC
Hardware Maintenance Manual
Machine Types: 10141/F0A8 [A530]

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  • Page 1 IdeaCentre A530 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 10141/F0A8 [A530]...
  • Page 3 IdeaCentre A530 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 10141/F0A8 [A530]...
  • Page 4 First Edition (June 2013)7th © Copyright Lenovo 2013. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software are 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 5: Table Of Contents

    Selecting a startup device ..Replacing the converter board ..Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . Replacing the power switch board ..
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1. About This Manual

    This manual contains service and reference information for IdeaCentre A530 All-In-One computers listed on the cover. It is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Information.
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  • Page 9: Chapter 2. Safety Information

    Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables can be hazardous. To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, disconnect any attached power cords, telecommunication cables, network cables, and modem cables before you open the computer covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. © Copyright Lenovo 2013...
  • Page 10 Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment. 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 rubber floor mats near their equipment that contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharge.

  • Page 11: Safety Inspection Guide

    – Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potential hazards posed by these products. Each computer, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.

  • Page 12: Grounding Requirements

    • Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product. • Avoid contact with other people while handling the part. • Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on your body. • Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap.
  • Page 13 To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlets. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
  • Page 14 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3. General Information

    This section lists the physical specifications. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C Transit: -20° to 55°C Humidity: Operating: 35% to 80% Transit: 20% to 90% (40°C) Altitude: 86KPa to 106KPa Electrical input: Input voltage: 90V-264V(AC) Input frequency: 47Hz-63Hz © Copyright Lenovo 2013...
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  • Page 17: Chapter 4. General Checkout

    • If the computer displays a POST error, go to “POST error codes”. • If the computer hangs and no error is displayed, continue at step 7. 7. If the test stops and you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. © Copyright Lenovo 2013...
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  • Page 19: Chapter 5. Using The Setup Utility

    1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
  • Page 20 Administrator Password if you are responsible for maintaining the settings of several computers. After you set an Administrator Password, a password prompt is displayed every time you access the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program. If both the Administrator and Power-On Password are set, you can type either password. However, you must use your Administrator Password to change any configuration settings.

  • Page 21: Enabling Or Disabling A Device

    When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from the keyboard. Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 characters (a-z and 0-9).

  • Page 22: Selecting A Startup Device

    Select Network Setup, press the Enter key, then select Onboard Ethernet Support or LAN Boot Agent. 4. Select Disabled or Enabled and press the Enter key. 5. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Select Save Changes and Exit from the menu. Notes: a.

  • Page 23: Exiting The Lenovo Bios Setup Utility Program

    Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press the Esc key to return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press the Esc key several times. Do one of the following: •...
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  • Page 25: Chapter 6. Symptom-To-Fru Index

    Check that the following are properly installed: Reseat connectors • Power Cord • On/Off Switch connector • System Board Power Supply connectors • Microprocessor connections Check the power cord. Power Cord Check the power-on switch. Power-on Switch © Copyright Lenovo 2013...

  • Page 26: Post Error Codes

    POST error codes Each time you turn the computer on, it performs a series of tests to check that the system is operating correctly and that certain options are set. This series of tests is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. POST does the following: •...

  • Page 27: Chapter 7. Locating Connectors, Controls And Components

    4. Power indicator 13. Volume up 5. Hard disk drive indicator 14. Brightness down 6. Bluetooth status indicator 15. Brightness up 7. Wi-Fi status indicator 16. Built-in speakers 8. HDMI-in indicator 17. Memory card reader 9. Monitor On/Off © Copyright Lenovo 2013...
  • Page 28 Left and right view The following illustration shows the location of connectors, controls and components on the left and right side of the computer. 1. Air vents 5. Optical drive eject button 2. USB 3.0 connector 6. Optical drive 3. HDMI-in connector (selected models only) 7.
  • Page 29 Rear view The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the rear of the computer. 1. TV-Tuner connector (selected models only) 5. USB 2.0 connectors (2) 2. Headphone connector 6. Power connector 3. Microphone connector 7. Ethernet connector (RJ45) 4.
  • Page 30 Hardware components The following illustration shows the components that make up your computer. 1. System fan 16. Bluetooth module 17. Power switch board 2. Scalar board 3. Hard disk drive bracket 18. Front function board 4. Hard disk drive 19. Battery 5.
  • Page 31 Identifying parts on the motherboard The motherboard (sometimes called the planar or system board) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computing functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that can be installed later. The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the front of the motherboard.
  • Page 32 The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the back of the motherboard. 22. TV-Tuner card connector 23. Battery IdeaCentre A530 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 33 Identifying parts on the back of the LED panel The following illustration shows the location of components and controls on the back of LED panel. 1. Bluetooth module 5. Scalar board 2. Wi-Fi card 6. Converter board 3. Camera 7. Touch control board 4.
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  • Page 35: Chapter 8. Replacing Hardware

    Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.

  • Page 36: Replacing The Keyboard And Mouse

    Replacing the keyboard and mouse To replace the keyboard and mouse: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
  • Page 37 Step 3. Disconnect the failing power adapter from the computer. Step 4. To install the new power adapter: Connect the new power adapter to the same connector. Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...

  • Page 38: Removing The Base Cover

    Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the base cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.

  • Page 39: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    Step 6. To reattach the base cover: Line up the base cover with the base, slide it back and snap it into position. Place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface, then secure the base cover to the base with the 7 screws.

  • Page 40: Replacing A Memory Module

    Step 7. Slide the hard disk drive and rubbers out of the bay as shown. Step 8. Detach the rubbers from the hard disk drive as shown. Step 9. Install the new hard disk drive as follows: Attach the rubbers to the new hard disk drive. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay.

  • Page 41: Replacing The System Fan

    Step 5. Push out the latches on both sides of the memory socket to release the memory module. Gently pull the memory module upward to remove it from its socket. Step 6. To install the new memory module: Align the new memory module with the memory socket, then insert it and push down on the top edge.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Heat-Sink

    Step 5. Remove the 3 screws that secure the system fan to the heat-sink. Step 6. Disconnect the power cable from the motherboard. Step 7. Lift up the system fan to remove it. Step 8. To install the new system fan: Line up the new system fan with the mounting holes on the heat-sink and place it into position.

  • Page 43: Replacing The Cpu

    Step 6. Remove the 9 screws that secure the heat-sink to the motherboard. Step 7. Lift up the heat-sink to remove it. Attention: Place the heat-sink upside down on a flat surface to prevent thermal grease from contaminating other components. Step 8.
  • Page 44 Step 7. Use a flat head screwdriver to turn the CPU lock screw counterclockwise to unlock the CPU. Step 8. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket. Attention: Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocessor. When handling the microprocessor, touch only the sides.

  • Page 45: Replacing The Optical Drive

    Step 11. Lower the microprocessor straight down into its socket on the motherboard. Step 12. To secure the microprocessor by turning the CPU lock screw clockwise to lock the CPU into position. Step 13. Use a thermal grease syringe to place 5 drops of grease on the top of the microprocessor. Each drop of grease should be 0.03 ml (3 tick marks on the grease syringe).
  • Page 46 Step 6. Remove the 3 screws that secure the optical drive to the motherboard and lift the optical drive up to remove it. Step 7. Remove the 4 screws that secure the optical drive to the bracket and disconnect the data connector from the rear of optical drive.

  • Page 47: Replacing The Solid State Disk

    Step 8. Use a small flat head screwdriver to press and push out the pins that secure the cover to the drive. Step 9. Separate the cover from the defective optical drive. Step 10. Install the new optical drive as follows: Align the new optical drive with the cover, and then attach the cover to the new optical drive.

  • Page 48: Replacing The Motherboard

    Step 5. Remove the 2 screws that secure the solid state disk to the motherboard. Step 6. Pull the solid state disk upward to remove it from the card port. Step 7. To install the new solid state disk: Insert the notched end of the new solid state disk into the card port on the motherboard. Secure the new solid state disk to the motherboard using the 2 screws.
  • Page 49 Step 14. Remove the 7 screws that secure the motherboard to the chassis and slide it out as shown. Step 15. Remove the 2 screws that secure the TV-Tuner card to the motherboard. Step 16. Disconnect the antenna cable(s) from the TV-Tuner card. Step 17.
  • Page 50 Step 18. Use a flat head screwdriver as a lever to prise out the battery gently as shown. Step 19. To install the new motherboard: Insert the battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled “+” facing up, and press the battery into place.

  • Page 51: Replacing The Speaker System

    Replacing the speaker system Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the base cover. To replace the speaker system: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.

  • Page 52: Replacing The Tv Tuner Card

    Step 12. Detach the speakers from the chassis. Step 13. To install the new speaker system: Attach the new speaker cable to the chassis. Line up the motherboard with the chassis and slide it into position. Align the holes on the motherboard with the mounting holes on the chassis and secure it to the chassis with the 7 screws.
  • Page 53 Step 11. Remove the 7 screws that secure the motherboard to the chassis and slide it out as shown. Step 12. Remove the 2 screws that secure the TV-Tuner card to the motherboard. Step 13. Disconnect the antenna cable(s) from the TV-Tuner card. Step 14.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Battery

    Replacing the battery Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the base cover. To replace the battery: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.

  • Page 55: Removing The Hinge From The Chassis

    Step 12. Use a flat head screwdriver as a lever to prise out the battery as shown. Step 13. To install the new battery: Insert the new battery (CR2032) into the socket with the side labeled “+” facing up, and press the battery into place.

  • Page 56: Step 6. Remove The 6 Screws That Secure The Hinge To The Chassis

    Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4.

  • Page 57: Replacing The Hinge Cable

    Replacing the hinge cable Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the base cover. To replace the hinge cable: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
  • Page 58 Step 6. Remove the 6 screws that secure the hinge to the chassis , then raise the hinge to remove it from the chassis. Step 7. Raise the hinge and slide the rear deco out as shown. Step 8. Put the head of a flat head screwdriver between the middle frame and the rear cover as shown. Then using the screwdriver as a lever and the middle frame metal bar as the fulcrum, prise the rear cover away from the middle frame.
  • Page 59 Step 11. Disconnect the scalar and HDMI/DVI cables from the connectors on the scalar board. Step 12. Remove the 5 screws that secure the hinge to the middle frame and set the hinge aside. Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
  • Page 60 Step 13. Remove the 2 screws that secure the hinge cover pieces to the hinge, and then remove the 2 cover pieces. Step 14. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hinge front cover to the hinge. Step 15. Use a flat head screw driver to prise the front cover off gently, and then detach the hinge cable from the front cover.

  • Page 61: Removing The Rear Cover

    Connect the new scalar and HDMI/DVI cables to the connectors on the scalar board. Reattach the rear cover to the LED panel. Reattach the hinge to the base and secure it with the 6 screws. Connect the new scalar headphone input, scalar and DVI/HDMI cables to the connectors on the motherboard.

  • Page 62: Replacing The Scalar Board

    Step 8. Working around the edge in an anti-clockwise direction, use your fingers to prise up the rear cover. The rear cover is pinned into place, use short, sharp movements to prise it up. Step 9. Press down the hinge and slide out the rear cover. Step 10.

  • Page 63: Replacing The Touch Control Board

    Step 7. Disconnect all the cables from the scalar board. Step 8. Remove the 5 screws that secure the scalar board to the middle frame and lift it up to remove it. Step 9. To install the new scalar board: Line up the holes on the new scalar board with the mounting holes on the middle frame and secure the new scalar board with the 5 screws.

  • Page 64: Replacing The Converter Board

    Step 8. Lift up the touch control board to remove it from the middle frame. Step 9. To install the new touch control board: Connect all the cables to the new touch control board. Remove the insulating paper (siliconed paper) of the double sided tape on the new touch control board.

  • Page 65: Replacing The Power Switch Board

    Step 6. Remove the rear cover. Refer to “Removing the rear cover”. Step 7. Remove the 4 screws that secure the converter board to the middle frame. Step 8. Disconnect the 2 cables from the converter board. Step 9. Lift up the converter board to remove it. Step 10.

  • Page 66: Replacing The Bluetooth Module

    Step 4. Remove the base cover. Refer to “Removing the base cover”. Step 5. Remove the hinge from the chassis. Refer to “Removing the hinge from the chassis”. Step 6. Remove the rear cover. Refer to “Removing the rear cover”. Step 7.

  • Page 67: Replacing The Wi-Fi Card

    Step 6. Remove the rear cover. Refer to “Removing the rear cover”. Step 7. Push the pins out to release the Bluetooth module, then lift it up to remove it from the socket. Step 8. Disconnect the cable from the Bluetooth module. Step 9.

  • Page 68: Replacing The Camera

    Step 7. Use a small flat head screwdriver to prise the Wi-Fi card away from the socket. Step 8. Disconnect the antenna cable and data cable from the Wi-Fi card. Step 9. To install the new Wi-Fi card: Connect the data cable to the new Wi-Fi card. Line up the new Wi-Fi card with the socket, snap it into position and secure it with the pins.

  • Page 69: Replacing The Front Function Board

    Step 7. Remove the 2 screws that secure the camera to the front bezel. Step 8. Lift up the camera and disconnect the data cable from the camera. Step 9. To install the new camera: Connect the data cable to the new camera. Line up the holes in the new camera with the mounting holes on the front bezel and secure the new camera with the 2 screws.

  • Page 70: Replacing The Led Panel

    Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the base cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
  • Page 71 Step 5. Remove the hinge from the chassis. Refer to “Removing the hinge from the chassis”. Step 6. Remove the rear cover. Refer to “Removing the rear cover”. Step 7. Remove the scalar board. Refer to “Replacing the scalar board”. Step 8.
  • Page 72 Step 17. Remove the 5 screws that secure the hinge to the middle frame and set the hinge aside. Step 18. To install the new the LED panel: Line up the holes on the hinge with the mounting holes on the new middle frame and secure it with 5 screws.

  • Page 73: Chapter 9. General Information

    • Wake Up on Alarm: You can specify a date and time at which the computer will be turned on automatically. This can be either a single event , a daily event or a weekly event. • Wake Up on LAN: This feature allows LAN adapter card to wake the System. © Copyright Lenovo 2013...

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