Table of Contents
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M715s
User Guide and
Hardware Maintenance Manual
Machine Type (MT):
10MB, 10MC
Energy Star MT:
10MB, 10MC
Overview
Locations of indicators,
connectors, and
controls provided on
your computer
Replacing hardware
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 M715s User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Type (MT): 10MB, 10MC Energy Star MT: 10MB, 10MC Overview Specifications Locking the computer Locations of indicators, Specifications of your Locking devices for connectors, and computer your computer controls provided on your computer Replacing hardware Replacing CRUs Replacing FRUs...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview .........3 Replacing the coin-cell battery .........33 Replacing the M.2 solid-state drive ......34 Front view ............... 3 Replacing the M.2 solid-state drive bracket ..36 Rear view ................ 4 Replacing the power supply assembly ....37 System board ..............6 Completing the parts replacement ......38 Machine type and model label ........ -
Page 3: Overview
Overview Front view Note Your computer model might look slightly different from the illustration. Optical drive eject/close button 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 This indicator is on when the optical drive is in use. -
Page 4: Rear View
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. - Page 5 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.
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Page 6: System Board
System board Note Front view Rear view for additional component descriptions. 4-pin power connector Microprocessor fan connector Internal speaker connector Storage drive status indicator Power button board connector SATA power connectors (2) 10-pin power connector SATA 3.0 connectors (3) Auxiliary fan connector 1 Illuminated red dot connector Thermal sensor connector M.2 solid-state drive slot... - Page 7 Parallel connector Serial (COM2) connector Buzzer PCI Express x1 card slots (2) PCI Express x16 graphics card slot System fan connector Microprocessor socket Memory slot (DIMM1) Memory slot (DIMM2) Memory slot (DIMM3) Memory slot (DIMM4) Coin-cell battery M.2 Wi-Fi card slot Cover presence switch connector (Intrusion switch connector) Overview...
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Page 8: Machine Type And Model Label
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. -
Page 9: Specifications
Specifications Power supply • 180 watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply • 210 watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply Storage drives Up to two 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch storage drives and one M.2 solid-state drive Video features The integrated graphics card supports the following: •... - Page 10 Network features • Ethernet LAN • Wireless LAN (optional) • Bluetooth (optional) Physical dimensions • Width: 92.5 mm (3.6 inches) • Height: 343.5 mm (13.5 inches) • Depth: 290.5 mm (11.4 inches) Weight (without the package) • Maximum configuration as shipped: 6.0 kg (13.2 lb) Specifications...
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Page 11: 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. 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. -
Page 12: Replacing Hardware
• 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. -
Page 13: 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 14: 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 Computer cover p. 22 Coin-cell battery p. 33 Memory module p. - Page 15 Primary storage drive (a 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch storage drive) p. 26 Primary storage drive bracket p. 26 Storage converter p. 26 Vertical stand p. 20 PCI Express card p. 30 Replacing hardware...
- Page 16 Optional-service CRU Wi-Fi card p. 31 Wi-Fi card shield p. 31 Power supply assembly p. 37 Replacing hardware...
- Page 17 Heat sink fan duct p. 50 Heat sink and fan assembly p. 50 Microprocessor p. 51 System board p. 54 Card reader p. 48 Power button board p. 48 Front I/O bracket p. 48 Optical drive cable Storage drive cable Illuminated red dot p.
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Page 18: Replacing Crus
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. External options Computer cover Front bezel... - Page 19 Coin-cell battery M.2 solid-state drive M.2 solid-state 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...
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Page 20: Replacing External Options
Replacing external options 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. Refer to the following to replace external options. - Page 21 • Dust shield Reconnect all cables. Replacing CRUs...
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Page 22: 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 several minutes Caution until the computer is cool. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. -
Page 23: Replacing The Front Bezel
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. ... -
Page 24: 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 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. -
Page 25: Pivoting The Drive Bay Assembly Upward And Downward
Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward 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. ... -
Page 26: Replacing The Storage Drive
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 primary storage drive Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. ... -
Page 27: Replacing The 2.5-Inch Primary Storage Drive
Replacing the 2.5-inch primary storage drive Remove the storage converter with the 2.5-inch primary storage drive. See Replacing the 3.5-inch primary storage drive. Replace the 2.5-inch primary storage drive in the storage converter. Reinstall the storage converter with the 2.5-inch primary storage drive. See Replacing the 3.5-inch primary storage drive. ... - Page 28 Replace the 2.5-inch secondary storage drive. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new 2.5-inch secondary storage drive. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing CRUs...
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Page 29: Replacing A Memory Module
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. ... -
Page 30: Replacing A Pci Express Card
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. ... -
Page 31: 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 the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. - Page 32 • Type 2 Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing CRUs...
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Page 33: 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 34: Replacing The M.2 Solid-State Drive
Replacing the M.2 solid-state 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. ... - Page 35 • Type 2 Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing CRUs...
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Page 36: Replacing The M.2 Solid-State Drive Bracket
Replacing the M.2 solid-state 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. ... -
Page 37: 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. Caution Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. -
Page 38: 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 39: 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 40 Front I/O options Heat sink and fan assembly Microprocessor 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)
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Page 41: 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 the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Disconnect the Wi-Fi antenna cables from the Wi-Fi card. - Page 42 • Rear Wi-Fi antenna Connect the new Wi-Fi antenna cables to the Wi-Fi card. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing(FRUs)
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Page 43: Replacing The Internal Speaker
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. Disconnect the internal speaker cable from the system board. - Page 44 Connect the new internal speaker cable to the system board. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing(FRUs)
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Page 45: Replacing The Illuminated Red Dot
Replacing the illuminated red dot 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. ... -
Page 46: Replacing The Thermal Sensor
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. Disconnect the thermal sensor cable from the system board. - Page 47 Connect the new thermal sensor cable to the system board. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing(FRUs)
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Page 48: Replacing Front I/O Options
Replacing front I/O options 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 power button board cable, card reader cable, and the USB 3.1 Type-C connector cable from the system board. - Page 49 Connect the new power button board cable, card reader cable, and the USB 3.1 Type-C connector cable to the system board. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing(FRUs)
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Page 50: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly
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. ... -
Page 51: Replacing The Microprocessor
Replacing the microprocessor Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Before you open the Caution computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. - Page 52 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)
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Page 53: 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 the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Disconnect the cover presence switch cable from the system board. Replace the cover presence switch. -
Page 54: 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 the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover. Remove the front bezel. For details, see Replacing the front bezel. Remove the front I/O bracket. - Page 55 Replace the system board. • The numbers in the following figure show the locations of the screws instead Note of the removing and reinstalling order of the screws. • Handle the system board carefully 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.
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Page 56: 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 57: Trademarks
Web sites. The materials at those Web ThinkCentre logo sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo DisplayPort is a trademark of the Video Electronics product, and use of those Web sites is at your own Standards Association.