Replacing the microprocessor fan assembly . . . Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . Replacing the rear system fan ..Viewing and changing settings ..
This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo Legion Y720T 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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– 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 Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– 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.
• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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.
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CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
This chapter provides general information that applies to all machine types supported by this publication. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Type Lenovo Legion Y720T This section lists the physical specifications. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10°...
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 then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
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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...
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.
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13). 2. From the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu, select the Startup option.
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: •...
Make sure you have bootable media in the boot device. Undetermined problems 1. Power-off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if connected or installed) one at a time. a. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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b. Extended video memory c. External Cache d. External Cache RAM e. Hard disk drive f. Disk drive 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.
It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. The following illustrations show the locations of the different parts on the system board. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Y720T 12V power connector Front USB 3.0 connector Microprocessor Aux fan 2 Microprocessor fan header 1 Front panel connector Microprocessor fan header 2 Front USB 2.0 connector Power fan header Memory slots (4) Front USB, card reader connector Front LED header LPC debug Power connector Mini PCI-E slot...
Pseudo topic: DITA topic "file:/E:/Y720T-Intel/HMM/Replacing%20the%20keyboard%20and%20mouse. dita" could not be parsed. Removing the computer cover Attention: • Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To remove the computer cover: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all attached devices. Step 2.
Step 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs inside the chassis and pulling the bezel out as shown. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 3. To reattach the bezel, align the plastic tabs on the bottom of the bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, and then snap it into position. Cleaning front dust screen To replace the system fan: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. Step 3. Pull the plastic handle and slide the hard disk drive out of the drive bay. Release the hard disk drive from the bracket as shown. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 4. Line up the new hard disk drive with the plastic bracket and snap it into position. Step 5. Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive bay and slide the drive bay into place. Step 6. Connect the power and signal cables to the new hard disk drive. Step 7.
Disconnect the fan power cable from the connector on the motherboard. Step 6. Remove the 4 screws that secure the microprocessor fan to the heat-sink and lift up the microprocessor fan to remove it. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 7. To install the new microprocessor fan assembly: Line up the new microprocessor fan assembly with the heat-sink and secure it to the heat-sink with 4 screws. Connect the microprocessor fan power cable to the connector on the board. Step 8.
Disconnect the fan from the connector on the motherboard. Step 8. The front fan and the bracket are mounted to the chassis with two pins. Press down the two pins as illustrated, then slide out the front fan and the bracket slowly. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 9. The front fan is pined to the brackets, push the pins outward to release the fan from the bracket then lift up the fan to remove it. Step 10. To install a new fan: Place the new fan with into the bracket, then secure the fan with the two locking pins. Align the two locking pins at the bottom of the bracket with mounting holes on the chassis, then snap the fan and bracket into position.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 5. Disconnect the 2 antenna cables from the Wi-Fi card. Step 6. Remove the 2 screws that secure the Wi-Fi card to the motherboard. Step 7. Pull the Wi-Fi card upward to remove it from the card port. Step 8. Install the new Wi-Fi card: Line up the new Wi-Fi card, then insert it into the same card port.
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Step 6. Slide the top cover outward to remove the top cover as shown. Step 7. Reinstall the computer cover: Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Align the cover with the guide track on the computer case, then slide the cover in. Push the cover till it’s locking position. Press down the locking fin to secure the top cover. Step 8. Reattach the computer cover. Replacing a graphics card Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface.
Attention: Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocessor. When handing the microprocessor, touch only the sides. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Note: Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. Step 8. Holding the sides of the microprocessor with your fingers, remove the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the new microprocessor. Step 9.
Line up the holes on the new motherboard with mounting holes on the chassis and secure it with screws. Reattach the memory module, Wi-Fi card, CPU, and the heat-sink to the new motherboard. Connect the all cables to the new motherboard. Attach the graphic card to the new motherboard. Lenovo Legion Y720T Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 15. Reattach the computer cover. FRU lists This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs). Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs. Lenovo Legion Y720T-34IKH Service Parts Listing MT: 90H5 90H6 Description FruP/N...