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M710t User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Type (MT): 10M9, 10MA, 10QK, 10R8 Energy Star MT: 10M9, 10MA, 10QK, 10R8 Overview Specifications Locking the computer Locations of indicators, Specifications of your Locking devices for connectors, and computer your computer controls provided on your computer Replaceable hardware...
Contents Overview .........3 Replacing the storage drive ........30 Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive ......30 Front view ............... 3 Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive ......32 Rear view ................ 5 Replacing a memory module ........33 System board ..............7 Replacing a PCI Express card ........35 Machine type and model label ........
Overview Front view Note Your computer model might look slightly different from the illustration. Optical drive eject/close button (optional) Used to eject the tray of the optical drive. After you insert a disc into the tray, press the eject/close button to close the tray. Optical drive status indicator (optional) This indicator is on when the optical drive is in use.
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USB 3.0 connectors (2) Used to connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, printer, or personal digital assistant (PDA). For optimal data transfer, connect a USB 3.0 device to a USB 3.0 connector instead of a USB 2.0 connector. USB 3.0 connectors (2) Used to connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, printer, or personal digital assistant...
Rear view Note Your computer model might look slightly different from the illustration. Microphone connector Used to connect a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or use speech recognition software. VGA-out connector Used to send video signals from the computer to another video device, such as a monitor.
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Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. To attach an external audio device, connect a cable between the audio line-out connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the computer. Serial connector Used to connect an external modem, a serial printer, or other devices that use a serial connector.
System board Note Front view Rear view for additional component descriptions. 4-pin power connector Microprocessor fan connector Auxiliary fan connector 2 Internal speaker connector 10-pin power connector SATA power connectors (2) SATA 3.0 connectors (3) Auxiliary fan connector 1 M.2 storage drive slot Power button board connector Illuminated red dot connector Thermal sensor connector...
Machine type and model label The machine type and model label identifies the computer. When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify the computer and provide faster service. The machine type and model label is attached on the side of the computer as shown.
Specifications Power supply • 180 watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply • 210 watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply Storage drives Up to three storage drives Video features The integrated graphics card supports the following: • DisplayPort-out connector • VGA-out connector Audio features The integrated audio card supports the following: •...
The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order such a cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support. Attaching a cable lock A cable lock can be used to secure devices, such as the keyboard and the mouse, by locking the device cables to the computer.
• In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of defective CRUs. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
CRU. Optional-service CRUs can be removed and installed by users or, during the warranty period, by a Lenovo service technician. Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) FRUs are computer parts that a trained technician can upgrade or replace.
CRUs and FRUs locations Refer to the following illustrations to check the locations of CRUs and FRUs within the computer. Note Some of the following parts are optional on some models. Self-service CRU Computer cover p. 26 Coin-cell battery p. 40 Memory module p.
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Optional-service CRU Wi-Fi card p. 37 Wi-Fi card shield p. 37 Power supply assembly p. 46 Replacing hardware...
Heat sink and fan assembly p. 60 Rear fan p. 63 Microprocessor p. 61 System board p. 65 Power button board p. 58 Optical drive cable p. 28 Card reader p. 59 Front I/O bracket p. 57 Internal speaker p. 53 Wi-Fi antennas (2) p.
Replacing CRUs Before replacing CRUs To check the locations of CRUs, see CRUs and FRUs locations. Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Before replacing a CRU, click the illustration of the part to check the brief procedures. Dust shield Keyboard or wireless Mouse or wireless...
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Coin-cell battery M.2 storage drive M.2 storage drive bracket Power supply assembly To replace a component that is not in the list above, contact a Lenovo service Note technician. The support phone numbers are available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support/phone. Replacing CRUs...
Replacing the dust shield Note The dust shield is available only on some models. Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer.
Replacing the keyboard or wireless keyboard Note The wireless keyboard is available only on some models. Replacing the keyboard Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect the old keyboard cable from the computer. Connect a new keyboard to the appropriate connector on the computer. Depending on the model, you might connect the mouse to a PS/2 keyboard Note connector.
Replacing the wireless keyboard Remove your old wireless keyboard. Take out the new wireless keyboard from the package. Open the battery compartment cover, and install two AAA batteries according to the polarity indicators. Remove the USB dongle from the keyboard compartment or from the wireless mouse compartment and connect it to an available USB connector on the computer.
Replacing the mouse or wireless mouse Note The wireless mouse is available only on some models. Replacing the mouse Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect the old keyboard cable from the computer. Connect a new keyboard to the appropriate connector on the computer. Depending on the model, you might connect the mouse to a PS/2 keyboard Note connector.
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Replace the wireless mouse. • The green LED indicates that the mouse is ready for use. Note • The flashing amber LED indicates a low battery level. • Push the power switch to the off position when you are not using the mouse to extend the battery life.
Replacing the power cord Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer. Replace the power cord.
Removing the computer cover Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes Caution until the computer is cool. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer.
Replacing the front bezel Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Replace the front bezel. Complete the replacement. For details, see Completing the parts replacement. ...
Replacing the optical drive Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the optical drive.
Replacing the optical drive bracket Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the storage drive Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
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• 3.5-inch secondary storage drive Ensure that you disconnect or reconnect the storage drive cables during the Note replacement. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing CRUs...
Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive Remove the storage converter with the 2.5-inch storage drive. See Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive. Replace the 2.5-inch storage drive in the storage converter. Reinstall the storage converter with the 2.5-inch storage drive. See Replacing the 3.5-inch storage drive. ...
Replacing a memory module Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Ensure that you follow the installation order for memory modules shown in the following figure. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. ...
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Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing CRUs...
Replacing a PCI Express card Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
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If the card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the latch as shown to disengage Note the latch. Then, gently remove the card from the slot. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing CRUs...
Replacing the Wi-Fi card Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Depending on your computer model, refer to one of the following to replace the Wi-Fi card.
Replacing the coin-cell battery Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built- in features, such as parallel connector assignments (configurations). A coin-cell battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer.
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Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. To dispose of the coin-cell battery, refer to “Lithium coin-cell battery notice” in the Safety and Warranty Guide. Replacing CRUs...
Replacing the M.2 storage drive Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the M.2 storage drive bracket Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the power supply assembly Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. 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. Caution Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.
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Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing CRUs...
Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the cables. To reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the cables to your computer, do the following: Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer.
• Replace an FRU only with another FRU of the correct model. When you replace an FRU, ensure that the model of the machine and the FRU part number are correct by referring to the website http://www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup. • An FRU should not be replaced because of a single, unreproducible failure.
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Heat sink and fan assembly Microprocessor Rear fan Cover presence switch System board To replace a component that is not in the list above, contact a Lenovo service technician. Note The support phone numbers are available at http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. Replacing FRUs...
Replacing the Wi-Fi antennas Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Replacing the front Wi-Fi antenna Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the rear Wi-Fi antenna Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. Replace the rear Wi-Fi antenna. Replacing FRUs...
Replacing the internal speaker Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Replace the internal speaker.
Replacing the front fan Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Replace the front fan.
Replacing the thermal sensor Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Replace the thermal sensor.
Replacing the illuminated red dot cable Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the front I/O bracket Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the power button board Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the card reader board Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the microprocessor Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. The heat sink and fan assembly and microprocessor might be very hot. Caution Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
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Reconnect all cables that were disconnected from the system board. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing FRUs...
Replacing the rear fan Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Replace the rear fan.
Replacing the cover presence switch Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
Replacing the system board and chassis Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ...
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Route all the cables that you disconnected from the failing system board, and then reconnect the cables to the new system board. See System board. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing FRUs...
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