(Windows 7 only) ..Enabling or disabling a device ..An introduction to Lenovo programs ..Enabling or disabling the automatic power-on of your computer ... .
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Beep symptoms ... . Lenovo Web site ... . POST error codes... .
About this manual ® This manual provides service and reference information for ThinkStation computers listed on the front cover. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. Important: This manual is intended only for trained service technicians who are familiar with ThinkStation computers.
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 electrical shock. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• Find the room emergency power-off (EPO) switch, disconnecting switch, or electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then operate the switch or unplug the power cord quickly. • Do not work alone under hazardous conditions or near equipment that has hazardous voltages. •...
2. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as fully effective. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product. • Avoid contact with other people while handling the part. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• 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. • Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work surface. The mat is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices.
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Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following: Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) 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.
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≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. Chapter 1 Read this first: Important safety information...
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• Não remova as tampas. A remoção das tampas de um produto a laser pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação de laser. Não existem peças que podem ser consertadas no interior do dispositivo. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• A utilização de controles ou ajustes ou a execução de procedimentos diferentes dos especificados aqui pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação. PERIGO Alguns produtos a laser contêm diodo de laser integrado da Classe 3A ou da Classe 3B. Observe o seguinte: Radiação a laser quando aberto.
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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.
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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. Pour mettre l'unité hors tension, vous devez déconnectertous les cordons de la source d'alimentation. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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.
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Mit dem Netzschalter an der Einheit und am Netzteil wird die Stromversorgung für die Einheit nicht unterbrochen. Die Einheit kann auch mit mehreren Netzkabeln ausgestattet sein. Um die Stromversorgung für die Einheit vollständig zu unterbrechen, müssen alle zum Gerät führenden Netzkabel vom Netz getrennt werden. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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. •...
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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. Per disattivare l'alimentazione dall'unità, accertarsi che tutti i cavi di alimentazione siano scollegati dalla fonte di alimentazione. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• Cualquier equipo que se conecte a este producto también debe conectarse a tomas de corriente debidamente cableadas. • Siempre que sea posible, utilice una sola mano para conectar o desconectar los cables de señal. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• No encienda nunca un equipo cuando hay señales de fuego, agua o daños estructurales. • Desconecte los cables de alimentación, los sistemas de telecomunicaciones, las redes y los módems conectados antes de abrir las cubiertas de los dispositivos, a menos que se indique lo contrario en los procedimientos de instalación y configuración.
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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. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Used to connect a headphone to your computer. You can use the headphone to listen to the sounds from your computer without disturbing others. Card reader Used to insert a supported card-shaped storage medium to read the data on the medium. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Rear view Figure 2. Rear view Power-cord connector VGA connector ® Serial connector DisplayPort connectors (2) USB 3.0 connectors (4) USB 2.0 connectors (2) Microphone connector Audio line-out connector Audio line-in connector PCI/PCI-Express card area (different cards provide different connectors) Ethernet connector Optional serial connector Cable-lock slots (2)
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Used to secure certain cables. See “Attaching a cable lock” on page 56. PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors (available on some models) Used to attach a keyboard, a mouse, a trackball, or other pointing devices that uses a Personal System/2 (PS/2) keyboard connector. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Security-lock slot Used to attach a Kensington-style cable lock. See “Attaching a Kensington-style cable lock” on page 56. Padlock loop Used to install a padlock. See “Attaching a padlock” on page 55. Computer components The following illustration shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover”...
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• Non-CRUs: Parts must be installed or replaced only by trained service technicians. Number FRU description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU Power supply assembly Flex storage enclosure (some models) Front-access storage enclosure (some models) 5.25-inch flex module (some models) ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Number FRU description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU Optical/storage combination enclosure (slim optical drive plus storage drive) (some models) Optical drive (some models) Front Wi-Fi antenna (some models) Card reader Front audio and USB assembly Front bezel Power button System fan Internal speaker Thermal sensor Cover presence switch (also called intrusion...
PCI Express x1 card slot 1 PCI Express x16 card slot (graphic card available on some models) System fan connector Cover presence switch connector (intrusion switch connector) 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.
PCI Express solid-state drives or other PCI cards might be installed in the slots. Machine type and model label The machine type and model label identifies your computer. When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify your computer and provide faster service.
Computer features For your specific computer model, some features might vary or not apply. Information about your computer • To view basic information (such as microprocessor and memory information) about your computer, do the following: 1. Click the Start button to open the Start menu. 2.
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For more information, see “Internal drives” on page 35 and “Parts on the system board” on page 34. Power supply • 210-watt automatic 85% voltage-sensing power supply • 210-watt automatic 92% voltage-sensing power supply Wireless feature • Wireless local area network (LAN) • Bluetooth ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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System management features • Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results • Desktop Management Interface (DMI) Desktop Management Interface provides a common path for users to access information about all aspects of a computer, including processor type, installation date, attached printers and other peripherals, power sources, and maintenance history.
Accessing a program on your computer Note: For Windows 7, depending on your computer model, some of the Lenovo programs might be ready to be installed, so you must install them manually. Then, you can access and use these programs.
– Read how-to articles, explore Lenovo forums, and stay up-to-date on technology news with articles and blogs from trusted sources. Lenovo Companion is filled with exclusive Lenovo content to help you learn more about what you can do with your computer.
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• Lenovo ID (for Windows10) The Lenovo ID program enables you to create and manage your Lenovo ID. With a Lenovo ID, you can connect to everything Lenovo through a single account. Use your Lenovo ID for quick and simple authentication and then enjoy the various services provided by Lenovo.
When you register your computer with Lenovo, you enter required information into a Lenovo database. The information enables Lenovo to contact you when there is a recall or other severe problem and provide quicker service when you call Lenovo for help. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users.
Select or turn on Use AutoPlay for all media and devices. 2. Insert a recordable disc into the optical drive that supports recording. The AutoPlay window opens. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
® • Burn a disc using Windows Media Player. 1. Insert a recordable disc into the optical drive that supports recording. 2. Open Windows Media Player. See “Accessing a program on your computer” on page 40. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. •...
2. Click the Bluetooth icon in the Windows notification area on the taskbar. Then, click Add a Device and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If the Bluetooth icon is not displayed in the Windows notification area, add the icon to the notification area. See the Windows help system. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing users who have hearing, vision, and mobility limitations with greater access to information and technology. This section provides information about the ways these users can get the most out of their computer experience. You also can get the most up-to-date accessibility information from the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/accessibility...
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Ease of Access Center Ease of Access Center on the Windows operating system enables users to configure their computers to suit their physical and cognitive needs. To use Ease of Access Center, do the following: 1. Click the Start button to open the Start menu. 2.
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– Change the size of the items on the desktop or a window. Note: This function might not work on some windows. If your mouse has a wheel, press and hold Ctrl, and then scroll the wheel to change the item size. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Then, you can type a message on your computer and send it to the telephone. Documentation in accessible formats Lenovo provides electronic documentation in accessible formats, such as properly tagged PDF files or HyperText Markup Language (HTML) files. Lenovo electronic documentation is developed to ensure that visually impaired users can read the documentation through a screen reader.
The cause of a problem might be change in hardware, change in software, or any other actions that might have taken place. A log book can help you or a Lenovo technician determines the cause of a problem. • Create Product Recovery discs. See “Recovery information” on page 78 for more information about using Product Recovery discs to restore the hard disk drive to the factory-default settings.
If the local electrical outlet style is different from the type you are currently using, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center to purchase either an electrical plug adapter or a new power cord. For a list of Lenovo Support phone numbers, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. If you cannot find the support telephone number for your country or region, contact your Lenovo reseller.
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 Figure 9.
• For Windows 7: Use the Fingerprint Manager Pro or ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software program provided by Lenovo. To open the program, see “Accessing a program on your computer” on page 40. For more information about using the program, refer to the help system of the program.
Your computer is preinstalled with an antivirus program to help you guard against, detect, and eliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates.
Note: For some keyboards, you might need to press Fn+F10 to exit the Setup Utility program. Enabling or disabling the ErP LPS compliance mode Lenovo computers meet the eco-design requirements of the ErP Lot 3 regulation. For more information, go http://www.lenovo.com/ecodeclaration You can enable the ErP LPS compliance mode in the Setup Utility program to reduce the consumption of electricity when your computer is off or in sleep mode.
• Better Thermal Performance The computer works at a better thermal level with normal acoustic performance. To switch between better acoustic performance and better thermal performance, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 59. 2.
You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, using passwords improves computer security. If you decide to set any passwords, read the following topics. Password types The following types of passwords are available in the Setup Utility program: ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Power-on password When a power-on password is set, you are prompted to enter a valid password each time the computer is turned on. The computer cannot be used until the valid password is entered. • Administrator password Setting an administrator password deters unauthorized users from changing configuration settings. If you are responsible for maintaining the configuration settings of several computers, you might want to set an administrator password.
• If the storage device is a disc, ensure that your computer is turned on. Then, insert the disc into the optical drive. • If the storage device is an external device other than a disc, connect the storage device to the computer. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Start the Setup Utility and view the BIOS Revision level on the Main page. • Sources for obtaining the latest level BIOS available – Lenovo support Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/ – Lenovo Customer Support Center – Levels 1 and 2 Support To update the BIOS, see “Updating and recovering the BIOS”...
• RAID Level 1 – Mirrored disk array – Two hard disk drives minimum – Improved read performance and 100% redundancy To install a secondary hard disk drive, refer to “Replacing the secondary hard disk drive” on page 152. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Configuring the system BIOS to enable SATA RAID functionality This section describes how to configure the system BIOS to enable SATA RAID functionality. Note: Use the arrow keys on the keyboard to make selections. To enable SATA RAID functionality, do the following: 1.
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• See “Deleting RAID volumes” on page 67 for RAID volume deletion. • See “Creating RAID volumes” on page 67 for RAID volume creation. • Use the up and down arrow keys to select Exit and press Enter. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
5. Recover your operating system. See “Recovery information” on page 78. 6. If none of these actions solve your problem, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center. For a list of Lenovo Support phone numbers, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. For more information about help, service, and technical assistance, see Chapter 10 “Getting information, help, and service”...
Installation of the Windows 7 operating system from an external optical drive or an external USB device fails Solution: Go to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/documents/ht104142 for more information. The computer beeps multiple times before the operating system starts up Solution: Ensure that no keys are stuck.
• Click the volume icon in the Windows notification area on the taskbar. Then, click the speaker icon on top of the volume control. Click the Levels tab and ensure that the Balance settings are set correctly . Note: If the volume icon is not displayed in the Windows notification area, add the icon to the notification area.
Utility program. Refer to “Changing the startup device sequence permanently” on page 64. Note: In rare cases, the storage drive with the operating system might get corrupted or damaged. In such cases, replace the storage drive. Refer to Chapter 9 “Installing or replacing hardware” on page 89. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Networking problems This section provides solutions to networking-related problems. Ethernet LAN problems My computer cannot be connected to an Ethernet LAN Solutions: • Connect the cable from the Ethernet connector to the RJ45 connector of the hub. • Enable the Ethernet LAN feature in the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 59.
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4. If you are using the Headset profile, select Bluetooth Hands-free Audio, and then click Set Default. If you are using the AV profile, select Stereo Audio, and then click Set Default. 5. Click OK. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Performance problems This section provides solutions to performance-related problems of your computer. Excessive number of fragmented files Solution: Use the Windows disk defragmentation or disk optimization feature to clean up the files. Note: Depending on the volume of the storage drives and amount of data stored on the storage drives, the disk-defragmentation process might take up to several hours.
2. If the problem is caused by an application program: • Refer to the printed documentation that comes with the program or the help system of the program. • Update the program. See “Keeping your computer current” on page 52. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running Lenovo Solution Center, save and print the log files created by the program. You might need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
• Use the recovery medium you created earlier with the Create Recovery Media program to restore only the C drive or the entire storage drive to the factory-default settings. Note: To create a recovery medium, see “Good maintenance practices” on page 52. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
64. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to choose the appropriate recovery solution. • Use the recovery disc set provided by Lenovo to restore the entire storage drive to the factory-default settings. – If your computer comes with the recovery disc set, follow the instructions shipped with the disc set.
• If you did not receive any error message, look for a description of your error symptoms in the first part of this index. Hard disk drive boot error A hard disk drive boot error can have the following causes. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Error FRU/Action The start-up drive is not in the boot sequence in Check the configuration and ensure the start-up drive is configuration. in the boot sequence. No operating system installed on the boot drive. Install an operating system on the boot drive. The boot sector on the startup drive is corrupted.
Suggest to remove some ROM are insufficient. add-on cards, or change to UEFI mode in BIOS setup. If the legacy option ROM is insufficient, remove some add-in cards. For the system that supports UEFI, ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
set UEFI as the first priority or disable CSM in BIOS setup. 8999 This error message is displayed Not enough PCIe/PCI MMIO resources. Currently only one video when the PCIe/PCI MMIO (memory card is enabled. Please remove some mapped input/output) resources are PCIe cards, or enter BIOS Setup and insufficient.
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1. External Device Self-Test OK? connector) 2. External Device 3. Cable 4. Alternate Adapter 5. System Board 1. Keyboard Some or all keys on the keyboard do not work 2. Keyboard Cable 3. System Board ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Undetermined problems This section provides instructions on how to find out the failing devices or adapters. 1. Power-off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. a. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b.
• When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option. • In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1. To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following: ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 90. 3.
Figure 14. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. Disconnect the power button cable from the front bezel connector on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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6. Pinch and push the power button inward through the hole to disengage it from the chassis. Figure 15. Removing the power button 7. Insert the two plastic tabs on one side of the new power button into the hole in the chassis. Then press the power button as shown until the tab on the other side snaps into position.
Figure 17. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. Disconnect the card reader cable from the USB 2.0 connector on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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6. Remove the screw that secures the card reader bracket. Then, remove the card reader bracket out of the chassis. Figure 18. Removing the card reader bracket 7. Remove the two screws that secure the card reader to the bracket. Pull the card reader out of the card reader bracket.
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Figure 20. Installing the card reader bracket 10. Install the screw to secure the card reader bracket to the chassis. Figure 21. Installing the screw to secure the card reader bracket ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
11. Connect the card reader cable to a USB 2.0 connector on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...
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Figure 23. Removing a memory module • 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 24. Opening the retaining clips ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
7. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Ensure that the notch on the memory module is aligned with the key in the slot. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips completely close. Figure 25.
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– If the card is held in place by a retaining latch, disengage the card retaining latch on the PCI card slot. Then grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 27. Disengaging the card retaining latch 4. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
5. Install the new card into the appropriate slot on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. Rotate the PCI card retainer to the closed position. Figure 28. Installing a PCI card Note: If you are installing a PCI Express x16 graphics card, ensure that the memory-slot retaining clips are closed before you install the card to avoid any interference during the installation.
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” in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
To replace the battery, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2.
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7. Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See “Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly” on page 136. 8. Record the cable routing and cable connections and then disconnect all cables from the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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9. Remove the eight screws that secure the system board in the sequence as shown. Figure 34. Removing the eight screws that secure the system board 10. Slide the system board to the front of the computer and then carefully lift the system board out of the chassis.
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To install the microprocessor socket cover, do the following: 1. After you have removed the microprocessor from the failing system board, close the microprocessor retainer. Then put the small handle to the locked position to secure the retainer in place. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
2. Note the orientation of the socket cover, and install one side of the socket cover into the microprocessor socket. Carefully press the other side of the socket cover downward until the socket cover snaps into position. Note: Your microprocessor socket and cover might look slightly different from the illustration. Figure 36.
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Figure 38. Removing the microprocessor 8. Ensure that the small handle is in the raised position and the microprocessor retainer is fully open. 9. Remove the protective cover that protects the gold contacts of the new microprocessor. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
10. Note the orientation of the new microprocessor. Hold the new microprocessor by its edges and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket. Then, carefully lower the new microprocessor straight down into the microprocessor socket. Note: The small triangle on one corner of the new microprocessor is the microprocessor orientation indicator.
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Then lift the optical-drive retainer out of the chassis. If you are replacing an optical drive, do the following: a. Disconnect all cables from the rear of the optical drive. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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b. Press the optical-drive lock on the right side of the drive bay assembly and slide the optical drive out of the rear of the bay. Then remove the optical-drive retainer from the left side of the optical drive. Figure 41. Removing the optical drive 6.
Installing or replacing a slim optical drive in the flex module To install or replace a slim optical drive in the flex module, do the following: 1. Remove the flex module out of the chassis. See “Installing or replacing an optical drive” on page 109. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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2. Lift the clip on the rear of the flex module and slide the flex module cover to the rear to remove the cover. Figure 44. Removing the flex module cover 3. If you are installing a new slim optical drive, press the two metal clips to remove the plastic clip with the two screws as shown.
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Figure 48. Installing the plastic clip to the slim optical drive 5. Slide the new slim optical drive with the plastic clip into the flex module until the slim optical drive snaps into position. Figure 49. Installing the slim optical drive in the flex module ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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6. Position the flex module cover on the flex module so that the rail guides on the bottom of the cover engage the rails on the flex module. Then, push the cover to the front until it snaps into position. Figure 50.
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4. To install a new card reader into the card-reader retaining bracket, align the four holes in the card reader with the corresponding studs on the bracket. Then press the new card reader downward until it snaps into position. Figure 54. Installing the card reader into the card-reader retaining bracket ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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5. Note the orientation of the new card reader and route the card reader cable into the cable clip. Hold the clip on the card-reader retaining bracket to insert the new card reader into the card reader slot in the flex module. Ensure that the card reader snaps into position. Figure 55.
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Press the two clips toward each other as shown and then pull the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector out of the flex module. Figure 58. Removing the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector from the flex module ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
4. Note the orientation of the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector and route the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable into the cable clip. 5. Place the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector into the metal retainer. Then insert the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector into the corresponding slot in the flex module as shown.
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For more information, see the Windows help system. 2. Unlock the enclosure cover with the provided key as shown. Press the notch to open the enclosure cover. Figure 61. Opening the front-access storage enclosure cover ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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3. Press the pit on the bracket cover, and then grasp the tilted cover to pull the bracket out of the front-access storage enclosure. Figure 62. Removing the hard disk drive from the front-access storage enclosure 4. Flex both sides of the bracket to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket. Figure 63.
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1. Slide the front-access storage enclosure out of the chassis. See “Installing or replacing an optical drive” on page 109. 2. If you are replacing an old fan, cut the rubber mounts and lift the fan out of the front-access storage enclosure. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
3. To install a new fan into the front-access storage enclosure, insert two new rubber mounts (shipped with the new fan) into the corresponding holes in the fan. Position the fan onto the front-access storage enclosure. Figure 66. Installing and aligning the rubber mounts 4.
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Slide the hard disk drive out of the rear of the enclosure. Figure 69. Removing the hard disk drive from the rear b. Flex two sides of the blue bracket to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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4. To install a new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align pin , pin , pin and pin on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board on the bottom of the hard disk drive.
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2. If you are replacing an old slim optical drive, press the clip on the top of the enclosure as shown and push forward the slim optical drive. Then, slide the slim optical drive out of the front of the enclosure. Figure 73. Removing the slim optical drive from the enclosure ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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3. Insert a new slim optical drive into the enclosure until you hear a click. The slim optical drive is secured in place. Figure 74. Installing the slim optical drive in the enclosure What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1. Installing the solid-state drive To install the solid-state drive, do the following: ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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1. Install the solid-state drive into the storage converter. Then, install the four screws to secure the solid-state drive to the storage converter. Figure 77. Installing the solid-state drive into the storage converter 2. To install the solid-state drive with the storage converter into the 3.5-inch hard-disk-drive bracket, flex the bracket and align pin , pin , pin...
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150 or “Replacing the secondary hard disk drive” on page 152. 6. Flex the sides of the plastic 3.5-inch hard-disk-drive bracket to remove the storage converter from the bracket. Figure 79. Removing the storage converter from the 3.5-inch hard-disk-drive bracket ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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7. Remove the four screws that secure the solid-state drive. Then lift the solid-state drive out of the storage converter. Figure 80. Removing the solid-state drive from the storage converter 8. Install a new solid-state drive into the storage converter. Then install the four screws to secure the new solid-state drive to the storage converter.
2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 90. 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 90. 4. Locate the front audio and USB assembly. See “Computer components” on page 31. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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5. Press the release tab as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Figure 83. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6. Disconnect the front audio and USB assembly cables from the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. Note: Ensure that you note the locations of the cables when you disconnect the cables from the system board.
Figure 85. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. Disconnect the system fan cable from the power fan connector on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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6. The system fan is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the system fan by cutting the rubber mounts and lifting the system fan out of the chassis. Note: The new system fan comes with four new rubber mounts attached. Figure 86.
The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. To replace the heat sink and fan assembly, do the following: ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 90. 3.
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, then fully tighten screw , and then fully tighten screw 11. Connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
12. Lower and position the heat sink fan duct on the top of the heat sink and fan assembly until it snaps into position. Figure 90. Installing the heat sink fan duct What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. •...
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4. Gently pivot the two plastic retaining clips that secure the heat sink fan duct outward, and then lift the heat sink fan duct out of the chassis. Figure 91. Removing the heat sink fan duct ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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5. Press the release tab as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Figure 92. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6. Record the cable routing and cable connections. Then, disconnect the power supply assembly cables from all drives and from the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. 7.
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Lift the power supply assembly out of the computer. Figure 93. Removing the power supply assembly 9. Ensure that the new power supply assembly is the correct replacement. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Then, install the three screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. Figure 94. Installing the power supply assembly 11.
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13. Position the heat sink fan duct on the top of the heat sink as shown. Then, press the heat sink fan duct straight down until it snaps into position. Figure 96. Installing the heat sink fan duct What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 166. Replacing the internal speaker Attention: Before you replace any FRU, be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1. To replace the internal speaker, do the following: 1.
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Figure 99. Installing the internal speaker 8. Connect the internal speaker cable to the internal speaker connector on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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 166. Replacing the thermal sensor Attention: Before you replace any FRU, be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information”...
3. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 90. 4. Disconnect the cover presence switch cable from the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 34. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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5. Press the clip as shown and lift the cover presence switch up to remove it from the chassis. Figure 102. Removing the cover presence switch 6. Put the new cover presence switch into the hole and press it down until it snaps into position. Note: Pay attention to the orientation of the cover presence switch.
Figure 104. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. Locate the primary hard disk drive. See “Internal drives” on page 35. 6. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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7. Pull the blue handle to slide the hard disk drive out of the drive cage. Figure 105. Removing the primary hard disk drive 8. Flex the sides of the blue bracket to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket. 9.
2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 90. 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 90. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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4. Press the release tab as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Figure 108. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. Locate the secondary hard disk drive. See “Internal drives” on page 35. 6. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive. 7.
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9. Slide the secondary hard-disk-drive cage to the left of the chassis until it snaps into position and the screw hole in the cage is aligned with the screw hole in the bay. Figure 111. Installing the secondary hard-disk-drive cage ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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10. Install the screw to secure the secondary hard-disk-drive cage to the chassis. Figure 112. Installing the screw to secure the secondary hard disk drive cage 11. To install a new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align pin , pin , pin and pin...
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 90. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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3. If your computer comes with a Wi-Fi card module that supports the Bluetooth function, disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Wi-Fi adapter card. Figure 115. Disconnecting the Bluetooth cable Note: The Bluetooth cable connects the Bluetooth connector on the Wi-Fi adapter card to the USB 2.0 connector on the system board.
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Wi-Fi card module. Figure 117. Disconnecting the Wi-Fi antenna cables 2. Remove the screw that secures the Wi-Fi card module to the Wi-Fi adapter card. Figure 118. Removing the screw that secures the Wi-Fi card module ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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3. Pull the Wi-Fi card module out of the mini PCI Express slot. Figure 119. Removing the Wi-Fi card module Installing the Wi-Fi units To install the Wi-Fi units, do the following: 1. Insert the Wi-Fi card module into the mini PCI Express slot. Figure 120.
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34. 5. If the installed Wi-Fi card module supports the Bluetooth function, connect a Bluetooth cable from the Bluetooth connector on the Wi-Fi adapter card to the USB 2.0 connector on the system board. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
6. Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the Wi-Fi adapter card. Figure 123. Installing the Wi-Fi adapter 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 166. Installing or removing the front Wi-Fi antenna Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information”...
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Figure 124. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. Peel off the paper that protects the sticker on the front antenna. Figure 125. Peeling off the paper that protects the sticker ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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6. Stick the front antenna to the front panel as shown. Then insert the front antenna cable into the hole in the front panel. Figure 126. Installing the front Wi-Fi antenna 7. Connect the front antenna cable to the Wi-Fi card module. What to do next: •...
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 166. Installing or removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Installing the rear Wi-Fi antenna To install the rear Wi-Fi antenna, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2.
2. Ensure that the cables are routed correctly before reinstalling the computer cover. Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the computer chassis to avoid interference with reinstalling the computer cover. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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3. Press the release tab as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly downward until it snaps into position. Figure 131. Pivoting the drive bay assembly downward 4. Position the computer cover on the chassis so that the rail guides on the bottom of the computer cover engage the rails on the chassis.
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9. Update the configuration of your computer. See “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 59. 10. If a newly installed hardware component does not work normally, update the device driver. See “Keeping your computer current” on page 52. ThinkStation P310 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Customer participation is important to minimize any potential effects of batteries and accumulators on the environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous substances. For proper collection and treatment, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling Appendix C. WEEE and recycling information...
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