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IBM Mobile Systems
ThinkPad Computer
Hardware Maintenance Manual
November 2001
This manual supports:
ThinkPad A22m Wireless models
ThinkPad Dock (MT 2631)
(MT 2628)

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  • Page 1 IBM Mobile Systems ThinkPad Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual November 2001 This manual supports: ThinkPad A22m Wireless models ThinkPad Dock (MT 2631) (MT 2628)
  • Page 2 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the general information under “Notices” on page 135. Second Edition (November 2001) The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION “AS IS”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Important service information . Strategy for replacing FRUs . How to use error messages . Diskette compatibility matrix . Safety notices: multilingual translations . Safety information. General safety . Electrical safety Safety inspection guide . Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Grounding requirements .
  • Page 4 1060 Ultrabay 2000 device . 1070 Dummy card 1080 Keyboard 1090 Keyboard CRU insulator . 1100 Hinge cover and clear sheet icon 1110 Keyboard bezel and speaker . 1120 Speaker cable . 1130 Wireless PC Card and sub card . 1140 PC Card slot assembly 1150 Fan assembly .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Important service information Important BIOS and device driver fixes are customer-installable. The BIOS and device drivers are posted on the IBM support site http://www.ibm.com/pc/support Advise customers to contact the PC Company HelpCenter at 800-772-2227 if they need assistance in obtaining or installing any diskette fixes. Customers in Canada should call IBM HelpPC at 800-565-3344 for assistance or download information.

  • Page 6: How To Use Error Messages

    Strategy for replacing a hard-disk drive Always try to run a low-level format before replacing a hard-disk drive. Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may have been changed. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting.

  • Page 7: Safety Notices: Multilingual Translations

    Safety notices: multilingual translations In this manual, safety notices appear in English with a page number reference to the appropriate multi-lingual, translated safety notice found in this section. The following safety notices are provided in English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish languages. Safety notice 1 Before the computer is powered-on after FRU replacement, make sure all screws, springs, and other...
  • Page 8 Safety notice 2 DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel and cadmium. Do not disassemble a standby battery, recharge it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing.
  • Page 9 Safety notices (continuation of safety notice 2) Alcune batterie di riserva contengono una piccola quantità di nichel e cadmio. Non smontarle, ricaricarle, gettarle nel fuoco o nell’acqua né cortocircuitarle. Smaltirle secondo la normativa in vigore (DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni e disposizioni locali).
  • Page 10 Safety notice 3 DANGER The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel. Do not disassemble it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing when replacing the battery pack.
  • Page 11 Safety notices (continuation of safety notice 3) Las baterías contienen pequeñas cantidades de níquel. No las desmonte, ni recargue, ni las eche al fuego o al agua ni las cortocircuite. Deséchelas tal como dispone la normativa local. Utilice sólo baterías que se encuentren en la lista de piezas al sustituir la batería.
  • Page 12 Safety notice 4 DANGER The lithium battery can cause a fire, an explosion, or a severe burn. Do not recharge it, remove its polarized connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerate it, or expose its cell contents to water. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.
  • Page 13 Safety notices (continuation of safety notice 4) La batteria di supporto e una batteria al litio e puo incendiarsi, esplodere o procurare gravi ustioni. Evitare di ricaricarla, smontarne il connettore polarizzato, smontarla, riscaldarla ad una temperatura superiore ai 100 gradi centigradi, incendiarla o gettarla in acqua.
  • Page 14 Safety notice 5 If the LCD breaks and the fluid from inside the LCD gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical care if any symptoms from the fluid are present after washing.
  • Page 15 Safety notice 6 DANGER To avoid shock, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card. Afin d’éviter tout risque de choc électrique, ne retirez pas le cache en plastique protégeant la partie inférieure de la carte d’alimentation. Aus Sicherheitsgründen die Kunststoffabdeckung, die den unteren Teil der Spannungswandlerplatine umgibt, nicht entfernen.
  • Page 16 Safety notice 7 DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials. Bien que le voltage des batteries principales soit peu élevé, le court-circuit ou la mise à la masse d’une batterie peut produire suffisamment de courant pour brûler des matériaux combustibles ou causer des brûlures corporelles graves.
  • Page 17 Safety notice 8 DANGER Before removing any FRU, power off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any interconnecting cables. Avant de retirer une unité remplaçable en clientèle, mettez le système hors tension, débranchez tous les cordons d’alimentation des socles de prise de courant, retirez la batterie et déconnectez tous les cordons d’interface.

  • Page 18: Safety Information

    Safety information The following section contains the safety information that you need to be familiar with before servicing an IBM mobile computer. General safety Follow these rules to ensure general safety: v Observe good housekeeping in the area of the machines during and after maintenance.

  • Page 19: Electrical Safety

    Electrical safety Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment. Important Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have handles covered with a soft material that does not insulate you when working with live electrical currents. Many customers have, near their equipment, rubber floor mats that contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharges.

  • Page 20: Safety Inspection Guide

    Observe the special safety precautions when you work with very high voltages; these instructions are in the safety sections of maintenance information. Use extreme care when measuring high voltages. v Regularly inspect and maintain your electrical hand tools for safe operational condition. v Do not use worn or broken tools and testers.

  • Page 21: Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices

    v Mechanical hazards, such as loose or missing hardware To determine whether there are any potentially unsafe conditions, use the following checklist at the beginning of every service task. Begin the checks with the power off, and the power cord disconnected. Checklist: 1.

  • Page 22: Grounding Requirements

    v Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on your body. v Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap. v Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work surface.
  • Page 23 When a CD-ROM drive, DVD drive or the other laser product is installed, note the following: CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure. O uso de controles, ajustes ou desempenho de procedimentos diferentes daqueles aqui especificados pode resultar em perigosa exposição à...
  • Page 24 Laser compliance statement Opening the CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive or the other optical storage device could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside those drives. Do not open. Some CD-ROM drives, DVD-ROM drives or the other optical storage devices contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode.
  • Page 25 Laser compliance statement DANGER Emits visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. Radiação por raio laser ao abrir. Não olhe fixo no feixe de luz, não olhe diretamente por meio de instrumentos óticos e evite exposição direta com o feixe de luz.
  • Page 26 Laser compliance statement ThinkPad A22m wireless models...

  • Page 27: General Descriptions

    General descriptions This chapter includes descriptions for any ThinkPad model that has the PC-Doctor DOS diagnostics program. Some descriptions might not apply to your particular computer. Read this first Before you go to the checkout guide, be sure to read this section.
  • Page 28 __ 6. Procedure index and page number in which the failing FRU was detected __ 7. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Machine type, model number, and serial number __ 9. Customer’s name and address Note for warranty: During the warranty period, the customer may be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable...

  • Page 29: Related Service Information

    Related service information This section provides information about the following: v “Service Web site” v “Product recovery program” v “Passwords” on page 27 v “Power management” on page 30 Service Web site When the latest maintenance diskette and the system program service diskette are available, a notice will be posted on http://www.ibm.com/pc/partner/infotips Product recovery program...

  • Page 30: To Create A Recovery Repair Diskette

    Creating the service partition: To create the Service Partition and install the preloaded system from the Recovery CD, do the following: To create the Service Partition (SP): 1. Erase all partitions on the hard-disk drive, using FDISK or a similar application. 2.

  • Page 31: Passwords

    Recovery Repair diskette. Make a Recovery Repair diskette and save it for future use. To make a Recovery Repair diskette: 1. Shut down and turn off the computer. 2. Attach the external diskette drive to the computer. 3. At the prompt, press F11. (The option to press F11 appears for only a few seconds.

  • Page 32: Supervisor Password

    Power-on password: A power-on password (POP) protects the system from being powered on by an unauthorized person. The password must be entered before an operating system can be booted. Hard-disk password: There are two hard-disk passwords (HDPs): v User HDP—for the user v Master HDP—for the system administrator, who can use it to get access to the hard disk even if the user has changed the user HDP...

  • Page 33: How To Remove The Hard-Disk Password

    After the POST ends, the password prompt does not appear. The POP has been removed. 5. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has been set and is known by the servicer: 1. Turn on the computer by pressing and holding F1. 2.

  • Page 34: Power Management

    Power management To reduce power consumption, the computer has three power management modes: screen blank, standby, and hibernation. Notes v Screen blank mode is called standby mode in Windows 95 and Windows NT. v Standby mode is called suspend mode in Windows 95 and Windows NT.

  • Page 35: Hibernation Mode

    battery becomes low has been selected in the “Power Management Properties” window, the computer goes into hibernation mode.) Note for the APM operating system: Even if you don’t set the low-battery alarm, the charge indicator notifies you when the battery is low, and then the computer enters the power-saving mode automatically.
  • Page 36 Note for OS/2 If you are using OS/2 in the default format, HPFS, you cannot create a hibernation file. If you want to use hibernation mode, you will need to reinstall OS/2 with FAT format. In hibernation mode, the following occurs: v The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk.

  • Page 37: Checkout Guide

    Checkout guide Use the following procedures as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only IBM products. The use of non-IBM products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of errors and invalid system responses.

  • Page 38: Thinkpad A22M Wireless Models

    If an error code appears, go to “Symptom-to-FRU index” on page 47. On the first screen, select the model and press Enter. Follow the instructions on the screen. 2. The main panel of PC-Doctor appears. 3. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and press Enter.

  • Page 39: Detecting System Information With Pc-Doctor

    5. Follow the instructions on the screen. If there is a problem, PC-Doctor shows messages describing it. 6. To exit the test, select Quit — Exit Diag. To cancel the test, press Esc. Note: After executing PC-Doctor, check the system time/date and reset them if needed.

  • Page 40: Checking The Ac Adapter

    v “Checking the ac adapter” v “Checking operational charging” v “Checking the battery pack” on page 37 v “Checking the backup battery” on page 37 Checking the ac adapter You are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is used: v If the power problem occurs only when the port replicator is used, replace the port replicator.

  • Page 41: Checking The Battery Pack

    Checking the battery pack Battery charging does not start until the Power Meter shows that less than 95% of the total power remains; under this condition the battery pack can charge to 100% of its capacity. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from having a shortened life.
  • Page 42 3. Remove the battery pack (see “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 ). 4. Remove the backup battery (see “Checking the battery pack” on page 37). 5. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. See the following figure. Red (+) Black (-) v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board.

  • Page 43: Thinkpad A22M Wireless Models

    ThinkPad A22m wireless models Product overview . Specifications . Status indicators . FRU tests . Fn key combinations . Symptom-to-FRU index . Numeric error codes . Error messages Beep symptoms . No beep symptoms . LCD-related symptoms . Intermittent problems . Undetermined problems .
  • Page 44 Bottom view . Parts list . Overall LCD FRUs 14.1-in. XGA TFT Keyboard . Recovery CDs For Windows 98 . For Windows 2000 . For Windows 2000/Windows NT . Miscellaneous parts . Optional FRUs . Common parts list . Tools . Power cords (system) .

  • Page 45: Product Overview

    Product overview This section presents the following product-unique information: v “Specifications” v “Status indicators” on page 42 v “FRU tests” on page 44 v “Fn key combinations” on page 46 Specifications The following table lists the specifications of the ThinkPad A20m wireless models: Feature Processor...

  • Page 46: Status Indicators

    Feature Infrared transfer 802.11b PC Card AC adapter Bay device Status indicators The system status indicators show the status of the computer, as follows: Indicator Meaning 1 Battery Green: Blinking green: Orange: Blinking orange: 2 Standby Green: status Blinking green: (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models Description...
  • Page 47 Indicator Meaning 3 Drive in Green: Note: Do not move the system while the Green drive in use light is on. Sudden physical shock could cause drive errors. 4 Num lock Green: 5 Caps lock Green: 6 Scroll lock Green: 7 Power on Green: Data is being read from or written to...

  • Page 48: Fru Tests

    FRU tests The following table shows the test for each FRU. System board Power LCD unit Modem Audio Speaker PC Card slots Keyboard TrackPoint or pointing device Hard-disk drive Diskette drive (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models Applicable test 1. Diagnostics --> CPU/Coprocessor 2.
  • Page 49 Applicable test CD-ROM or 1. Diagnostics --> Other Devices --> DVD drive 2. Interactive Tests --> CD-ROM/DVD Test Memory 1. If two DIMMs are installed, remove one of 2. If the problem does not recur, return the 3. If the test does not detect the error, run 1.

  • Page 50: Fn Key Combinations

    Fn key combinations The following table shows the function of each combination of Fn with a function key. The Fn key works independently from the operating system. Description combination Fn+F1 Reserved. Fn+F2 Reserved. Fn+F3 Turn off the LCD display, leaving the screen blank.

  • Page 51: Symptom-To-Fru Index

    Symptom-to-FRU index The symptom-to-FRU index in this section lists symptoms and errors and their possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first, in boldface type. Note: Do the FRU replacement or other actions in the sequence shown in the column headed “FRU or action, in sequence.”...
  • Page 52 Symptom or error 0190 Critical low battery error. 0193 RF antenna has been removed. 0194 The computer has been carried through a security gate. 0200 Hard disk error — The hard disk is not working. 021x Stuck key — Keyboard error. 0220 Monitor type error —...
  • Page 53 Symptom or error 0270 Real-time clock error. 0271 Date and time error — Neither the date nor the time is set in the computer. 02B2 Incorrect drive A type. 02F4 EISA CMOS not writable. 02F5 DIMM test failure. 02F6 Software NMI failure. 02F7 Fail-safe timer NMI failure.

  • Page 54: Error Messages

    Error messages Symptom or error Device address conflict. Allocation error for device. Failing bits: nnnn. Invalid system configuration data. I/O device IRQ conflict. Operating system not found. Hibernation error. Fan error. ThinkPad A22m wireless models Symptom-to-FRU index FRU or action, in sequence 1.

  • Page 55: Beep Symptoms

    Beep symptoms Symptom or error One beep and a blank, unreadable, or flashing LCD. One long and two short beeps, and a blank or unreadable LCD. Two short beeps with error codes. Two short beeps with blank screen. Two or more beeps, or a continuous beep.

  • Page 56: Lcd-Related Symptoms

    LCD-related symptoms Important The TFT LCD for the notebook computer contains many thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of dots that are missing, discolored, or always lighted is characteristic of TFT LCD technology, but excessive pixel problems can cause viewing concerns.

  • Page 57: Undetermined Problems

    Undetermined problems You are here because the diagnostic tests did not identify which adapter or device failed, wrong devices are installed, a short circuit is suspected, or the system is inoperative. Follow these procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate FRUs that have no defects).

  • Page 58: Fru Replacement Notices

    FRU replacement notices This section contains notices related to removing and replacing parts. Read this section carefully before replacing any FRU. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. In IBM ThinkPad computer, this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that have the following characteristics: v They maintain tight connections.

  • Page 59: Retaining Serial Numbers

    v Make sure you use the correct screw. If you have a torque screwdriver, tighten all screws firmly to the torque shown in the table. Never use a screw that you removed. Use a new one. Make sure the screws are tightened firmly.
  • Page 60 unique IDs until the year A.D. 3400. No two computers in the world have the same number. When you replace the system board, you must set the UUID on the new system board as follows: 1. Install the ThinkPad hardware maintenance diskette version 1.61, and restart the computer.

  • Page 61: Removing And Replacing A Fru

    Removing and replacing a FRU This section presents directions and drawings for use in removing and replacing a FRU. Be sure to observe the following general rules: 1. Do not try to service any computer unless you have been trained and certified. An untrained person runs the risk of damaging parts.

  • Page 62: 1010 Battery Pack

    1010 Battery pack DANGER Use only the battery in the parts listing for the computer you are servicing. The use of an incorrect battery can result in ignition or explosion of the battery. ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU...

  • Page 63: 1020 Dimm

    Removing and replacing a FRU 1020 DIMM For access, remove this FRU: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 Note: Loosen the screw 1 , but do not remove it. (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 64 When installing: With the notched end of the DIMM ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU toward the socket, insert the DIMM into the socket, and then press it firmly. Pivot the DIMM until it snaps into place. Make sure that the card is firmly fixed in the slot and does not move easily.

  • Page 65: 1030 Mini Pci Adapter

    Removing and replacing a FRU 1030 Mini PCI adapter For access, remove this FRU: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 Note: Loosen the screw 1 , but do not remove it. (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 66 Note: The illustration shows the combo card. Connector (A) is for the LAN feature and (B) is for the modem feature. This slot also supports a Mini PCI modem card or a Mini PCI network card. Step 4 depends on the card type. Disconnect either (A), (B), or both. When installing: With the notched end of the card toward ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU...

  • Page 67: 1040 Backup Battery

    1040 Backup battery DANGER Use only the battery in the parts listing for the computer you are servicing. The use of an incorrect battery can result in ignition or explosion of the battery. For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack”...

  • Page 68: 1050 Hard-Disk Drive Or Rf Id Adapter

    1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter Attention Do not drop or apply any shock to the hard-disk drive. The hard-disk drive is sensitive to physical shock. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data. Before removing the drive, have the user make a backup copy of all the information on the drive if possible.
  • Page 69 Removing and replacing a FRU When installing: Make sure that the hard-disk drive connector is firmly seated. ThinkPad A22m wireless models...

  • Page 70: 1060 Ultrabay 2000 Device

    1060 Ultrabay 2000 device Any of several devices can be inserted into the Ultrabay 2000. The procedure for installing and removing is the same for every device. Note: When you release the switch in step 1 , the lever pops out. Pull the lever a little in step 2 to release the device from the bay.
  • Page 71 Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models...

  • Page 72: 1070 Dummy Card

    Removing and replacing a FRU 1070 Dummy card Push the release button once, then the release button pops out. Push the release button again into the slot, then the dummy card pops out. ThinkPad A22m wireless models...

  • Page 73: 1080 Keyboard

    1080 Keyboard For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 15 mm, nylon-coated (3) (continued) Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 74 Removing and replacing a FRU (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 75 When installing: When installing the keyboard, do as 1. Make sure that the keyboard edges, shown as (A), (B), and (C) in the figure, are under the frame. 2. Press the Y key 1 to connect the keyboard to the connector on the underside of the key;...

  • Page 76: 1090 Keyboard Cru Insulator

    Removing and replacing a FRU 1090 Keyboard CRU insulator For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard”...

  • Page 77: 1100 Hinge Cover And Clear Sheet Icon

    1100 Hinge cover and clear sheet icon For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard”...

  • Page 78: 1110 Keyboard Bezel And Speaker

    1110 Keyboard bezel and speaker For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard” on page 69 v “1090 Keyboard CRU insulator”...
  • Page 79 Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 15 mm, nylon-coated (2) Cable routing: When replacing the cable, see the figure Removing and replacing a FRU for its routing. ThinkPad A22m wireless models Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm)
  • Page 80 When installing: When attaching the keyboard bezel onto ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU the unit, do as shown in the following figure.

  • Page 81: 1120 Speaker Cable

    Removing and replacing a FRU 1120 Speaker cable For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard”...

  • Page 82: 1130 Wireless Pc Card And Sub Card

    Removing and replacing a FRU 1130 Wireless PC Card and sub card For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1070 Dummy card”...
  • Page 83 Note: When unplugging the antenna jack from the wireless PC Card, do not pull the cable; it might snap. Unplug the jack by grapping it with your fingers. Pull the wireless PC Card out with your fingers. (continued) Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 84 If you cannot pull the card out with your fingers, do as follows: 1. Push the release button for the upper slot once a , using a tapering stick; then the release button pops out. (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU...
  • Page 85 Removing and replacing a FRU 2. Push the release button of the upper slot again b ; the wireless PC Card pops out 3a . Note: After removing the wireless PC Card, be sure to push the release button back into the slot. ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 86 Step Screw (quantity) M2.6 × 2.8 mm, nylon-coated (2) (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm)
  • Page 87 Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 4.8 mm, nylon-coated (1) Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm)
  • Page 88 When installing: 1. Install the sub card. Make sure that both of the connectors (steps 6 and 8 in the removal procedure) are firmly attached. 2. Insert the wireless PC Card into the upper slot of the PC Card slot. Make sure that the label on the wireless PC Card faces the bottom side of the computer and that the card is firmly attached.
  • Page 89 4. Secure the black cable with insulation tape as follows: Notes: a. Make sure that the cable does not jut out from the edge of the wireless PC Card as shown in A in the figure. Route the cable as shown in the left figure above.
  • Page 90 5. Route the cables as follows: a. Route the black cable and the gray cable one through the cable guide. b. Route the cables along the edge of the upper shield and secure them with the insulation tape a . c.

  • Page 91: 1140 Pc Card Slot Assembly

    1140 PC Card slot assembly For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1070 Dummy card” on page 68 v “1080 Keyboard”...
  • Page 92 When installing: Before installing the new PC card slot assembly, do the following. 1. Pull the release button cover of the upper slot out with your fingers as shown in the figure below. 2. Push both of the upper and the lower release buttons into each slot.

  • Page 93: 1150 Fan Assembly

    1150 Fan assembly For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard” on page 69 v “1090 Keyboard CRU insulator”...
  • Page 94 Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 4.8 mm, nylon-coated (5) When installing: Apply thermal grease on the a -part of ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU the fan assembly as in this figure. Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm)

  • Page 95: 1160 Diskette Drive

    1160 Diskette drive For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard” on page 69 v “1090 Keyboard CRU insulator”...
  • Page 96 Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 4.8 mm, nylon-coated (2) M2.5 × 15 mm, nylon-coated (2) When installing: Do not press the part of the diskette ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU drive marked a . To do so could damage the drive.

  • Page 97: 1170 Upper Shield

    1170 Upper shield For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1070 Dummy card” on page 68 v “1080 Keyboard”...

  • Page 98: 1180 Tv Card

    Removing and replacing a FRU 1180 TV card For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1070 Dummy card”...

  • Page 99: 1190 Cpu Socket And Cpu

    1190 CPU socket and CPU For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1020 DIMM” on page 59 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1070 Dummy card”...

  • Page 100: 1200 System Board And Rj45/11 Connector Assembly

    1200 System board and RJ45/11 connector assembly For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1020 DIMM” on page 59 v “1030 Mini PCI adapter” on page 61 v “1040 Backup battery” on page 63 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter”...
  • Page 101 Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 102 When installing: Before reinstalling the system board, do v Make sure that all of the thermal rubbers removed in step 3 are placed on the new system board as shown in the figures below. Upper side of the system board Bottom side of the system board v When installing the new RJ45/11 connector assembly onto the system board, make sure that the connector is...

  • Page 103: 2010 Lcd Assembly

    Removing and replacing a FRU 2010 LCD assembly For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard”...
  • Page 104 Note: When unplugging the antenna jack from the wireless PC Card, do not pull the cable; it might snap. Unplug the jack by gripping it with your fingers. Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 4.8 mm, nylon-coated (7) (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU Torque 0.392 Nm...
  • Page 105 Step Screw (quantity) M2.6 × 2.8 mm, nylon-coated (2) M2.5 × 4.8 mm, nylon-coated (2) Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm) 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm)
  • Page 106 When installing: After fixing the LCD assembly onto the 1. Plug the black antenna cable into jack a (AUX) of the wireless PC Card, and the gray antenna cable into jack b (MAIN). (continued) ThinkPad A22m wireless models Removing and replacing a FRU base cover with tightening the screws, do the following procedure.
  • Page 107 2. Secure the black cable with insulation tape as follows: Notes: a. Make sure that the cable does not jut out from the edge of the wireless PC Card as shown in A in the figure. Route the cable as shown in the left figure above.
  • Page 108 3. Route the cables as follows: a. Route the black cable and the gray cable one through the cable guide. b. Route the cables along the edge of the upper shield and secure them with the insulation tape a . c.

  • Page 109: 2020 Front Bezel

    2020 Front bezel For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard” on page 69 v “1090 Keyboard CRU insulator”...

  • Page 110: 2030 Inverter Card

    2030 Inverter card For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard” on page 69 v “1090 Keyboard CRU insulator”...

  • Page 111: 2040 Lcd Panel

    2040 LCD panel For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard” on page 69 v “1090 Keyboard CRU insulator”...
  • Page 112 Removing and replacing a FRU Strip off the insulation tape securing the cable ( 2 ) and then release the cable from the cable guides ( 3 ) of the LCD cover. When installing: Make sure that the cables are firmly routed as preceding figure.
  • Page 113 When installing: Make sure that both of the cables are Note: The LCD cable is taped onto the connector. Before disconnecting the LCD cable in step 8 , strip off the tape in the direction of the arrow 7 in the figure.

  • Page 114: 2050 Antenna Assembly

    2050 Antenna assembly For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v “1010 Battery pack” on page 58 v “1050 Hard-disk drive or RF ID adapter” on page 64 v “1060 Ultrabay 2000 device” on page 66 v “1080 Keyboard” on page 69 v “1090 Keyboard CRU insulator”...
  • Page 115 Removing and replacing a FRU When installing: 1. Attach the gray antenna cable to the left hinge and the black antenna cable to the right hinge. 2. Attach the left and right hinges as in this figure. ThinkPad A22m wireless models...

  • Page 116: 3010 Thinkpad Dock Pci Cover

    3010 ThinkPad Dock PCI cover Before replacing the PCI cover: There are two types of ThinkPad Dock as follows: v ThinkPad Dock: FRU part no. 08N1546 (PCI cover: FRU part no. 05K6246) v ThinkPad Dock with extension plate: FRU part no. 08N1537 (PCI cover: FRU part no.
  • Page 117 Note: Following illustration shows the PCI cover removal of ThinkPad Dock (FRU no. 08N1546.) Do the same procedure for the PCI cover removal of ThinkPad Dock with extension plate (FRU part no. 08N1537.) (Bottom view) Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models...

  • Page 118: 3020 Thinkpad Dock Top Cover

    3020 ThinkPad Dock top cover Note This section is only for the ThinkPad Dock (FRU no. 08N1546.) Top cover and screw kit for ThinkPad Dock (FRU part no. 12P4143) is not available for the ThinkPad Dock with extension plate (FRU part no.
  • Page 119 (Bottom view) Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 4.8 mm (8) (continued) Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm)
  • Page 120 Removing and replacing a FRU Make sure that the system lock key A is set to the Unlock position. Release the front latches in step 3 , and then remove the top cover 4 . For step 5 , see the inside view, shown in the circle.
  • Page 121 When replacing the top cover, do the following: v Make sure that the springs placed correctly. v Make sure that the device release lever is seated correctly. (continued) Removing and replacing a FRU ThinkPad A22m wireless models...
  • Page 122 Removing and replacing a FRU v Make sure that the release button works correctly. ThinkPad A22m wireless models...

  • Page 123: Locations

    Locations Front view System status indicators Battery and standby mode status indicators Built-in stereo speakers PC Card eject button PC Card slots Bay latch Eject button Ultrabay 2000 device Note: The Ultrabay 2000 accepts storage Video-out connector Video-in connector TrackPoint pointing stick TrackPoint buttons ThinkPad button Volume and mute buttons...

  • Page 124: Rear View

    Rear view Security keyhole Parallel connector Modem connector Network connector Serial connector External-monitor connector Universal serial bus (USB) connector External-input-device connector Power jack ThinkPad A22m wireless models Locations...

  • Page 125: Bottom View

    Bottom view Battery pack Battery pack latches Mini PCI card slot Docking connector DIMM slot Stereo headphone jack Stereo line-in jack Diskette drive Microphone jack Infrared port Hard-disk drive LCD latches ThinkPad A22m wireless models Locations...

  • Page 126: Parts List

    Parts list Overall ThinkPad A22m wireless models Parts list...
  • Page 127 v Each FRU is available for all types/models, unless specific types or models are given. v The FRUs marked with asterisk are CRU (customer replacable unit). v The FRUs marked with OP are also available as optional FRU. See “Miscellaneous parts” on page 130. LCD unit (see “LCD FRUs”...
  • Page 128 Cover, Mini PCI adapter slot Battery pack (Li-Ion) 6 cell, Panasonic for models except 2628-xxJ, xxE Battery pack (Li-Ion) 6 cell, SANYO for models except 2628-xxJ, xxE Battery pack (Li-Ion) 6 cell ECO, Panasonic for 2628-xxJ, xxE Battery pack (Li-Ion) 6 cell ECO, SANYO for 2628-xxJ, xxE Cover, DIMM slot Hard-disk drive (10.0 GB), Hitachi for...
  • Page 129 Keyboard* (see “Keyboard” on page 127) Pointing stick cap Clear sheet LED icon Fan duct RJ45/11 connector assembly Dummy card — Telephone cable for 2628-xxA, xxC, xxE, xxF, xxG, xxH, xxP, xxS, xxT, xxU, xxX, xxY — AC adapter (72 W), 2-pin (DELTA) for 2628-xxE, xxF, xxJ, xxP, xxS, xxU, xxX OP AC adapter (72 W), 2-pin (SANKEN) for 2628-xxE, xxF, xxJ, xxP, xxS, xxU, xxX OP...

  • Page 130: Lcd Frus

    LCD FRUs 14.1-in. XGA TFT LCD cover assembly 14.1 XGA with heatpipe LCD cable 14.1 XGA wireless LCD panel 14.1 XGA (DBU) LCD panel 14.1 XGA (SAMSUNG) Hinges 14.1 wireless Antenna assembly Inverter card (slim) ThinkPad A22m wireless models Parts list 12P4216 27L0658 05K9578...

  • Page 131: Keyboard

    Keyboard All of the keyboards listed below are CRUs (customer replaceable units.) Language Arabic Belgian Chinese, Traditional Czech Danish Dutch English, U.K. English, U.S. French, Canadian French, European German Greek Hungarian Hebrew Italian Japanese Korean Norwegian Polish Portuguese Russian Slovak Slovenian Spanish, European Spanish, Latin American...

  • Page 132: Recovery Cds

    Recovery CDs For Windows 98 Language Arabic Arabic, localized Czech Danish Dutch English, U.K. English, U.S. Finnish French, European/Canadian German Greek Hebrew Hungarian Italian Japanese Norwegian Polish Portuguese Russian Slovak Slovenian Spanish, European/Latin American Swedish Thai Turkish ThinkPad A22m wireless models Parts list 23P9868 23P9869...

  • Page 133: For Windows 2000

    For Windows 2000 Language Arabic Arabic, localized Czech Greek Hebrew Polish Russian Slovak Slovenian Thai Turkish For Windows 2000/Windows NT Language Danish Dutch English, U.K. English, U.S. French, Canadian/European Finnish German Hungarian Italian Japanese Norwegian Portuguese Spanish, European/Latin American Swedish ThinkPad A22m wireless models Parts list 23P9881...

  • Page 134: Miscellaneous Parts

    Miscellaneous parts Screw kit (including nylon-coated screws): v M2 x 3.6 mm, flat head (3) v M2 x 5.1 mm, flat head (5) v M2 x 5.7 mm, flat head (5) v M2 x 16 mm, bind head (3) v M2.5 x 4.8 mm, flat head (42) v M2.5 x 5.5 mm, flat head (2) v M2.5 x 15 mm, flat head (15) v M2.6 x 2.8 mm, bind head (7)

  • Page 135: Optional Frus

    Miscellaneous parts, for system board: v I/O bracket (right/left) v Guide, keyboard connector v Hex stud v I/O bracket spacer v FDD sponge v Docking hole cap v Flat head screw (M2.5 x 4.8) v Screw caps Miscellaneous parts, for diskette drive: v Bezel v Bezel without icon v Bracket...
  • Page 136 Hard-disk drive (12.0 GB), STD Hard-disk drive (12.0 GB), Hitachi Hard-disk drive (18.0 GB), STD Hard-disk drive (20.0 GB), STD Hard-disk drive (20.0 GB), Hitachi Hard-disk drive (32.0 GB), STD Hard-disk drive (48.0 GB), STD Mini PCI combo card (Intel) Mini PCI combo card (3Com) Mini PCI combo card (Ambit) Mini PCI combo card (M2) (IBM)

  • Page 137: Common Parts List

    Common parts list Tools Tools Triconnector wrap plug PC test card Audio wrap cable USB parallel test cable Screwdriver kit Torque screwdriver 5 mm socket wrench Screwdriver ThinkPad hardware maintenance diskette version 1.61 Note: Download the file from the Web site. Power cords (system) IBM power cords for a specific country are usually available only in that region:...

  • Page 138: Power Cords (Docking Station)

    Power cords (docking station) IBM power cords for a specific country are usually available only in that region: For 3-pin power cords: Region Argentina Australia, New Zealand Canada, Thailand, United States of America Denmark European countries India, South Africa Israel Italy Japan Korea...

  • Page 139: Notices

    Notices References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used.
  • Page 140 Part Number: 24P2911 (1P) P/N: 24P2911...

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