Chapter 1. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo E50–05 desktop 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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– 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. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on these products. Each machine, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.
• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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 outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
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To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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.
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5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password 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 character (a-z, and 0-9).
To set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See ”Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13.) 2. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press the Enter key.
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.
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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3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or component. If all devices and components have been removed and the problem continues, replace the system board. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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4. VGA monitor connector 11. Cable clip 5. USB 2.0 connectors (2) 12. PCI Express X 16 graphics card slot 6. USB 3.0 connector 13. PCI Express X 1 card slot 7. Ethernet connector Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Hardware components The following illustration shows the components that make up your computer. 4. Hard disk drive 1. Microprocessor fan and heatsink 2. Memory modules 5. System fan 3. Optical drive 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 you can install later.
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11. Front USB connectors (2) 5. Hard disk and optical disk drive power connector 12. PCI express X 1 adapter slot 13. Front audio connector 6. SATA connectors (2) 7. PCI express X 16 adapter slot Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the 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.
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Step 4. Remove the 2 screws that secure the computer cover at the rear of the chassis. Step 5. To reinstall the computer cover: Line up the computer cover with the chassis then slide it back. Secure the computer cover to the chassis with the screws. Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the 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.
To replace the power switch board: 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. Step 3.
“Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 5. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 6. Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. Step 7. Remove the 2 screws that secure the optical disk drive bay to the chassis. Step 8. Slide out the optical disk drive out of the bay to remove it. Step 9.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 5. Disconnect the data and power cables from the solid state drive. Step 6. Remove the four screws that secure the solid state drive assembly to drive bay. Step 7. Pull the solid state drive assembly out of the drive bay. Step 8.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 5. Remove the screw that secures the latch to the chassis, open the adapter latch and remove the adapter by pulling it straight out of the adapter connector. Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
To install the new heat-sink assembly: Use a thermal grease syringe to place five drops of grease on the top of the microprocessor. Each drop of grease should be 0.03ml (3 tick marks on the grease syringe). Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Reattach the computer cover. Replacing an AMD CPU Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. Attention: The following instructions apply only for Lenovo H50 – 05 model. To replace the CPU 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.
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Step 6. Lift the small handle and open the retainer. 1 2 3 Attention: Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocessor. When handing the microprocessor, touch only the sides. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 7. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket. Attention: Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocessor. When handing the microprocessor, touch only the sides. Note: Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible.
“Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 5. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 6. Disconnect the data cables from the connectors on the motherboard. Step 7. Remove the screw that secures the front I/O assembly to the chassis. Step 8. Slide the I/O assembly out of the chassis. Step 9. To remove the USB bracket, lever up the bracket’s four pins with a screwdriver, then pull the front I/O board out of the bracket.
Line up the holes on the new motherboard with mounting holes on the chassis and secure it with screws. Reattach the memory module, Wi-Fi card, heat-sink assembly to the new motherboard. Connect the all cables to the new motherboard. Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Reattach the hard disk drive, optical drive, graphic card and the TV-Tuner card. Step 14. Reattach the computer cover. Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
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NetVista USB US Euro103P 00PC260 NetVista USB French 189 00PC232 NetVista USB French CA 445 00PC233 NetVista USB German 129 00PC235 NetVista USB Italy 141 00PC241 NetVista USB RU/Cyrillic 441 00PC250 NetVista USB Spanish 172 00PC253 Lenovo E50–05 Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Item # Description Lenovo PN NetVista USB Thailand 191 00PC256 NetVista USB UK English 166 00PC259 NetVista USB India 00PC264 NetVista USB Nordic 00PC267 Power Cord 31033857 Longwell B LAck single head 1.0M 3wire ULCSA Power Cord Volex 1.0M C5 US Power Cord...
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