Lenovo ThinkCentre M810z User Manual And Hardware Maintenance Manual

Lenovo ThinkCentre M810z User Manual And Hardware Maintenance Manual

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M810z
User Guide and
Hardware Maintenance Manual
Machine Type (MT):
10NX, 10NY, 10Q0, 10Q1, 10Q2, 10RM, 10RQ
Energy Star MT:
10NX, 10NY, 10Q0, 10Q1, 10Q2, 10RM, 10RQ
Overview
Locations of indicators,
connectors, and
controls provided on
your computer
Replaceable parts
Locations of the
replaceable parts on
your computer
Specifications
Specifications of your
computer
Replacing CRUs
Replacing instructions
for Customer
Replaceable Units
(CRUs)
Locking the computer
Locking devices for
your computer
Replacing FRUs
Replacing instructions
for Field Replaceable
Units (FRUs) (for
technicians only)

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  • Page 1 M810z User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Type (MT): 10NX, 10NY, 10Q0, 10Q1, 10Q2, 10RM, 10RQ Energy Star MT: 10NX, 10NY, 10Q0, 10Q1, 10Q2, 10RM, 10RQ Overview Specifications Locking the computer Locations of indicators, Specifications of your Locking devices for connectors, and computer your computer...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Overview .........3 Replacing FRUs ......31 Front view ............... 3 Before replacing FRUs ..........31 Rear view ................ 5 Replacing the system board shield ......34 System board ..............7 Replacing the VESA mount bracket ......35 Adjusting the tilt-only stand ........9 Replacing the power supply assembly ....36 Adjusting the UltraFlex II Stand .........
  • Page 3: Overview

    Overview Front view Note Your computer model might look slightly different from the illustration. Integrated microphones (2) (optional) Used to record sounds or use speech-recognition software without using a microphone. Integrated camera activity indicator (optional) When the indicator is on, the camera is in use. Integrated camera (optional) Used to take pictures or hold a video conference.
  • Page 4 Always On USB 3.0 connector (for rapid charge) Used to connect a device that requires a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 connection, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a printer, or a personal digital assistant (PDA). With the ac power adapter connected, you can charge the automatically detected device even when the computer is in hibernation mode or turned off.
  • Page 5: Rear View

    Rear view Note Your computer model might look slightly different from the illustration. Integrated camera shield control slider (optional) Used to block the integrated camera. Security-lock slot Used to secure a Kensington-style cable lock. USB 3.0 connectors (4) Used to connect a USB-compatible device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, scanner, printer, or personal digital assistant (PDA).
  • Page 6 Power button Used to turn on your computer. You also can use the power button to turn off your computer only when you cannot use any Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedure to turn off your computer. Microphone-mute button Used to mute or unmute the microphones. Brightness-down control Used to decrease the brightness.
  • Page 7: System Board

    System board Note  Front view   Rear view  for additional component descriptions. M.2 Wi-Fi card slot Converter board connector Integrated camera connector Cover presence switch connector (Intrusion switch connector) Microprocessor Memory slot (DIMM1) Memory slot (DIMM2) Card reader connector M.2 storage drive slot Internal speaker connector Serial (COM2) connector Control button board connector...
  • Page 8 SATA 3.0 connector (for connecting a storage drive) LCD panel signal connector SATA power connector System fan connector Touch board connector Coin-cell battery SATA 3.0 connector (for connecting an optical drive or a secondary storage drive) Overview...
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Tilt-Only Stand

    Adjusting the tilt-only stand Note The tilt-only stand is available only on some models. Adjust the vertical position of the computer between 5° forward and 45° back. Adjusting the UltraFlex II Stand Note The UltraFlex II Stand is available only on some models. Adjust the vertical position of the computer between 5°...
  • Page 10: Machine Type And Model Label

    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. The machine type and model label is attached on the rear side of your computer as shown.
  • Page 11: Specifications

    Specifications Power supply • 150 watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply • 180 watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply (optional) Storage drives Up to two storage drives Video features • DisplayPort-out connector Audio features The integrated audio card supports the following: • Headset connector •...
  • Page 12: Locking The Computer

    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. Locking the computer...
  • Page 13: Replacing Hardware

    • In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of defective Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
  • Page 14: Knowing Replaceable Parts

    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.
  • Page 15: Crus And Frus Locations

    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 Tilt-only monitor stand  p. 24  Tilt-only monitor stand base  p.
  • Page 16 Optional-service CRU Control button board  p. 29  Secondary storage drive (a 2.5-inch storage drive)  p. 27  Storage drive bracket  p. 27  Replacing hardware...
  • Page 17 I/O bracket  p. 44  Wi-Fi card shield  p. 46  Wi-Fi card  p. 46  System board  p. 60  Microprocessor  p. 50  System board shield  p. 34  Serial connector module  p. 57  Coin-cell battery  p. 58  Serial connector module cable  p. 57  Memory module  p.
  • Page 18 Control button board holder Power supply assembly  p. 36  Heat sink  p. 49  System fan  p. 42  SATA cables (for connecrting optical drive or sencondary storage drive)  p. 38  Optical drive holder  p. 38  Optical drive  p. 38  SATA cables (for connecting primary storage drive)  p.
  • Page 19: Replacing Crus

    Mouse Power cord Computer stand Computer cover 2.5-inch storage drive Control button board To replace a component that is not in the list Note above, contact a Lenovo service technician. The support phone numbers are available at http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. Replacing CRUs...
  • Page 20: Replacing The Wireless Keyboard

    Replacing the wireless keyboard Note The wireless keyboard is available only on some models. 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.
  • Page 21: Replacing The Wireless Mouse

    Replacing the wireless mouse Note The wireless mouse is available only on some models. Disconnect the USB dongle from your computer. Then, remove your old wireless mouse. Remove the new wireless mouse from the package. Replace the wireless mouse. Replacing CRUs...
  • Page 22 • 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.
  • Page 23: Replacing The Power Cord

    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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 24: Replacing The Computer Stand

    Replacing the computer stand Note The computer stand is available only on some models. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 25 • UltraFlex II Stand Replacing CRUs...
  • Page 26: Removing The Computer Cover

    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 Caution several minutes until the computer is cool. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer.
  • Page 27: Replacing The 2.5-Inch Storage Drive

    Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 28 • The 2.5-inch storage drive in the secondary storage drive bay Reconnect the control button board cable to the control button board. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing CRUs...
  • Page 29: Replacing The Control Button Board

    Replacing the control button board 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 30: Completing The Parts Replacement

    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.
  • Page 31: Replacing Frus

    • 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.
  • Page 32 Before replacing an FRU, click the illustration of the part to check the brief procedures. System board shield VESA mount bracket Power supply assembly Optical drive Integrated camera Cover presence switch System fan I/O bracket Internal speakers Wi-Fi card Wi-Fi antennas Heat sink Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 33 Card reader M.2 storage drive Serial connector module Coin-cell battery System board LCD panel 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...
  • Page 34: Replacing The System Board Shield

    Replacing the system board shield 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 35: Replacing The Vesa Mount Bracket

    Replacing the VESA mount bracket 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 36: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly

    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. Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label Caution attached.
  • Page 37 Replace the power supply assembly. Connect the new power supply assembly cables to the power cord connector and the system board. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 38: Replacing The Optical Drive

    Replacing the optical drive 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 39 Replace the optical drive. Reconnect the signal cable and the power cable to the storage drive. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 40: Replacing The Integrated Camera

    Replacing the integrated camera 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 41: Replacing The Cover Presence Switch

    Replacing the cover presence switch 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 42: Replacing The System Fan

    Replacing the system fan 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 43 Replace the system fan. Connect the new system fan cable to the system board. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 44: Replacing The I/O Bracket

    Replacing the I/O bracket 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 45: Replacing The Internal Speakers

    Replacing the internal speakers 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 46: Replacing The Wi-Fi Card

    Replacing the Wi-Fi card 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 47 • Type2 Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 48: Replacing The Wi-Fi Antennas

    Replacing the Wi-Fi antennas 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 49: Replacing The Heat Sink

    Replacing the heat sink 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 50: Replacing The Microprocessor

    Replacing the microprocessor 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 51 Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 52: Replacing The Memory Module

    Replacing the memory module Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. If your computer supports one memory module, install the module into the DIMM 1 slot. If your computer supports two memory modules, install one memory module into the DIMM 1 slot first and then install the other into the DIMM 2 slot.
  • Page 53 Replace the memory module. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 54: Replacing The Card Reader

    Replacing the card reader 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 55: Replacing The M.2 Storage Drive

    Replacing the M.2 storage drive 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 56 • Type2 Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 57: Replacing The Serial Connector Module

    Replacing the serial connector module 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 58: Replacing The Coin-Cell Battery

    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.
  • Page 59 Replace the coin-cell battery. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  To dispose of the coin-cell battery, refer to the “Lithium coin-cell battery notice” in the Safety and Warranty Guide.
  • Page 60: Replacing The System Board

    Replacing the system board 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 61 Replace the system board. Note Carefully handle the system board by its edges. Route all the cables that you disconnected from the failing system board, and then reconnect the cables to the new system board. For details, see  System board.  Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables.
  • Page 62: Replacing The Lcd Panel

    Replacing the LCD panel 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. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
  • Page 63 Remove the control button board. For details, see  Replacing the control button board.  Remove the I/O bracket. For details, see  Replacing the I/O bracket.  Remove the heat sink. For details, see  Replacing the heat sink.  Remove the memory module. For details, see  Replacing the memory module. ...
  • Page 64 Replace the LCD panel. Connect the LCD cable to the new LCD panel. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details,  Completing the parts replacement.  Replacing FRUs...
  • Page 65: Notices & Trademarks

    Any warranties in certain transactions, therefore, this reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service statement may not apply to you. is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
  • Page 66: Trademarks

    VESA is a Trademark of the Video Electronics of those Web sites. The materials at those Web Standards Association. sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition risk.

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