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Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware
Maintenance Manual
Machine Types: 90JX [C530-19ICB/Energy Star]/90JH [C730-19ICO/
Energy Star]

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  • Page 1 Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 90JX [C530-19ICB/Energy Star]/90JH [C730-19ICO/ Energy Star]...
  • Page 3 Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 90JX [C530-19ICB/Energy Star]/90JH [C730-19ICO/ Energy Star]...
  • Page 4 First Edition (May 2018)21st © Copyright Lenovo 2017. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility. . . 13 Replacing the graphic card ..Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . Replacing a memory module..
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1. About This Manual

    Chapter 1. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo Legion C530/C730 series desktop computers listed on the cover. It is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Information.
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  • Page 9: Chapter 2. Safety Information

    Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables can be hazardous. To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunication systems, networks, and modems before you open the computer covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. © Copyright Lenovo 2017...
  • Page 10 – Blowers and fans – Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.) • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 11: Safety Inspection Guide

    – Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on these products. Each machine, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.
  • Page 12: Grounding Requirements

    • Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 13 To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
  • Page 14 CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 15: Chapter 3. General Information

    This section lists the physical specifications. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C Transit: -20° to 55°C Humidity: Operating: 35% to 80% Transit: 20% to 90% (40°C) Altitude: 86KPa to 106KPa Electrical input: Input voltage: 90V-264V(AC) Input frequency: 47Hz-63Hz © Copyright Lenovo 2017...
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  • Page 17: Chapter 4. General Checkout

    • If the computer displays a POST error, go to “POST error codes”. • If the computer hangs and no error is displayed, continue at step 7. 7. If the test stops and you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. © Copyright Lenovo 2017...
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  • Page 19: Chapter 5. Using The Setup Utility

    1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key, and then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
  • Page 20 5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from the keyboard. Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password...
  • Page 21: Enabling Or Disabling A Device

    Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 character (a-z, and 0-9). To set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See ”Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13.) 2.
  • Page 22: Selecting A Startup Device

    Agent. 4. Select Disabled or Enabled and then press the Enter key. 5. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Note: If you do not want to save the settings, select Discard changes and Exit from the menu.
  • Page 23: Exiting The Lenovo Bios Setup Utility Program

    Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press the Esc key to return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press the Esc key several times. Do one of the following: •...
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  • Page 25: Chapter 6. Symptom-To-Fru Index

    Reseat connectors Check that the following are properly installed: • Power Cord • On/Off Switch connector • System Board Power Supply connectors • Microprocessor(s) connection Check the power cord. Power Cord Check the power-on switch. Power-on Switch © Copyright Lenovo 2017...
  • Page 26: Post Error Codes

    3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or component. If all devices and components have been removed and the problem continues, replace the system board. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 27: Chapter 7. Locating Connectors, Controls And Components

    The following illustration shows the location of controls and components on the front of the computer. Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 1. Microphone connector 3. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (2) 2. Headset connector © Copyright Lenovo 2017...
  • Page 28 1. DisplayPort-out connectors (2) (optional) 7. PCI-Express card area Serial connector (optional) 2. Rubber cable tie 8. Power connector 3. Security-lock slot 4. HDMI-out connector (optional) 5. Ethernet connector 6. Audio connectors HDMI-out connector (optional) Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 29: Chapter 8. Major Frus And Crus

    Chapter 8. Major FRUs and CRUs Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the following components might not be available. © Copyright Lenovo 2017...
  • Page 30 Figure 1. Major FRUs and CRUs The following table lists the major FRUs shown in the illustration above and identifies which FRUs are also self-service CRUs or optional-service CRUs. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 31 Notes: • Self-service CRUs: These CRUs unplug or are secured by no more than two screws. Examples of these types of CRUs include the keyboard, the mouse, any USB device, and the power cord. Other self-service CRUs depending on product design might include memory modules, adapter cards, hard disk drives, and optical drives.
  • Page 32 Number FRU description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU Mouse External optical drive For detailed FRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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  • Page 34: Chapter 9. Parts On The Motherboard

    The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the front of the motherboard. Figure 2. Lenovo Legion C530-19ICB& C730-19ICO 1. HDMI-out connector (optional) 11. SATA 3.0 connectors (2) 2.
  • Page 35: Chapter 10. Replacing Hardware

    Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
  • Page 36: Replacing The Keyboard And Mouse

    Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
  • Page 37: Removing The Right Computer Cover

    Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
  • Page 38 Refer to Chapter 7 “Locating connectors, controls and components” on page 21 to locate the various connectors. Step 4. Open the rubber cable tie. Step 5. Remove the right computer cover as following figure show. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 39: Removing The Front Bezel

    Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
  • Page 40 Step 8. To reattach the bezel: Align the three plastic tabs on both sides of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 41: Removing The Rear Computer Cover

    Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
  • Page 42: Replacing The Led Board

    Remove the right computer cover. Refer to “Removing the right computer cover” on page 31. Step 6. Disconnect the LED cable from the motherboard. Step 7. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel” on page 33. Step 8. Remove the LED board. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 43: Replacing The Power Supply Assemby

    Step 9. Install the new LED board: Insert the new LED board into its socket until it locks into place. Connect the new LED cable to the motherboard. Step 10. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. Replacing the power supply assemby Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat.
  • Page 44: Replacing An Optical Drive

    Refer to Chapter 7 “Locating connectors, controls and components” on page 21 to locate the various connectors. Step 4. The optical drive is external. Just disconnect it from the USB connector. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 45: Replacing The M.2 Storage Drive

    Step 5. To install the new optical drive, connect it to the USB connector. Step 6. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. Replacing the M.2 storage drive Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace the M.2 storage drive: Step 1.
  • Page 46 Step 6. Pull out the rubber button that secures the M.2 storage drive to the motherboard Step 7. Pull the M.2 storage drive out . Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 47: Replacing The 3.5-Inch Storage Drive

    Step 8. To install the new M.2 storage drive: Insert the new M.2 storage drive into the M.2 slot. Press the rubber button down until it locks into place to secure the M.2 storage drive. Reinstall the M.2 storage drive heat-sink. Step 9.
  • Page 48 Step 6. Remove the storage drive cage by tilting it 45 degrees and pulling it outward. Step 7. Disconnect the data and power cables. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 49 Step 8. Pull the storage drive assembly from its cage. Step 9. Remove the storage drive from its bracket. Chapter 10 Replacing hardware...
  • Page 50: Replacing The Graphic Card

    21 to locate the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the right computer cover. Refer to “Removing the right computer cover” on page 31. Step 5. Remove the screws that secure the graphic card latch, and then remove the latch.. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 51 Step 6. Remove the screws that secure the graphic card to the chassis . Step 7. Grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot. Chapter 10 Replacing hardware...
  • Page 52: Replacing A Memory Module

    Remove the right computer cover. Refer to “Removing the right computer cover” on page 31. Step 5. Locate the memory module connectors. Refer to Chapter 7 “Locating connectors, controls and components” on page 21. Step 6. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 53: Replacing The Wi-Fi Card

    Step 7. Position the new memory module over the memory connector. Make sure the notch on the memory module is correctly aligned with the connector key on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close. Step 8.
  • Page 54 Step 7. Disconnect the 2 antenna cables from the Wi-Fi card. Step 8. Pull the Wi-Fi card out from the slot. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 55: Replacing The Front Wi-Fi Antenna

    Step 9. To install the new Wi-Fi card: Line up the new Wi-Fi card, and then insert it into the Wi-Fi card slot. Connect the 2 antenna cables to the new Wi-Fi card. Position the Wi-Fi card cover on the Wi-Fi card and secure it to the motherboard with one screw.
  • Page 56 Step 8. Remove the Wi-Fi antenna cover. Step 9. Peel off the Wi-Fi antenna from the chassis, and then remove it. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 57: Replacing The Rear Wi-Fi Antenna

    Step 10. Install the new Wi-Fi antenna: Peel off the release paper on the adhesive surface of the new Wi-Fi antenna. Route the new Wi-Fi antenna cable through the corresponding hole, and then stick the new Wi-Fi antenna to the front panel. Connect the new Wi-Fi antenna cable to the Wi-Fi card.
  • Page 58: Replacing The Thermal Sensor

    Route the new thermal sensor cable through the hole and insert the corresponding retaining clip on the thermal sensor into the same hole. Then, press the other retaining clip on the thermal sensor into the other hole. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 59: Replacing The Heat-Sink And Fan Assembly

    Connect the thermal sensor cable to the motherboard. Step 10. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. Replacing the heat-sink and fan assembly Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace the heat-sink and fan assembly: Step 1.
  • Page 60: Replacing The Microprocessor

    Remove the heat-sink and fan assembly. Refer to “Replacing the heat-sink and fan assembly” on page 53. Step 6. Press the small handle downward to release it from the retainer, and then open the retainer to access the microprocessor. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 61 Step 7. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Note: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. b. Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. c.
  • Page 62: Replacing The Front Fan

    Disconnect the front fan power cable from the corresponding connector on the motherboard. Step 8. Remove the four screws that secure the front fan to the chassis, and then gently pull the front fan outward. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 63: Replacing The Rear Fan

    Step 9. To install the new front fan: Put the new front fan at the corresponding position on the front panel of the chassis. Secure it to the chassis with four screws. Connect the fan power cable to the corresponding connector on the motherboard. Step 10.
  • Page 64: Replacing The Motherboard

    To replace the motherboard: Step 1. Remove any media from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Lenovo Legion C530/C730Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 65 Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to Chapter 7 “Locating connectors, controls and components” on page 21 to locate the various connectors. Step 4.
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  • Page 67: Chapter 11. General Information

    • Wake Up on Alarm: You can specify a date and time at which the computer will be turned on automatically. This can be either a single event , a daily event or a weekly event. • Wake Up on LAN: This feature allows LAN adapter card to wake the System. © Copyright Lenovo 2017...

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