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Replacing the heat-sink... . Replacing the memory module ..Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . Replacing the solid state drive ..
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This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo All-In-One 520 series 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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• Do not service the following parts with the power on when they are removed from their normal operating positions in a computer: – Power supply units – Pumps – Blowers and fans – Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.) ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potential hazards posed by these products. Each computer, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.
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• Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications cables, network cables, and modem cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2.
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CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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This chapter provides general information that applies to all computer models covered by this manual. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Type Lenovo All-In-One 730S This section lists the physical specifications. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10°...
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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...
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Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 characters (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.
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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.
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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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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. ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Bottom view of the computer The following illustration shows the location of connectors, controls and components on the bottom of the computer. 1. Camera sliding cover 3. Memory card reader 2. Combo audio jack 4. Air vents ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Rear view The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the rear of the computer. 1. Power button 6. USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5Gbps) Type-C connector (only supports USB data transmission) 2. HDMI in/out switch 7. USB 3.0 connector 3.
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9. Keyboard and mouse 22. Motherboard top frame 10. Motherboard base frame 23. Camera module 11. Motherboard 24. Wi-Fi cover 12. HDD bracket 25. HDMI switch board 13. Hard disk drive 26. Power button board ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Identifying parts on the motherboard The motherboard (sometimes called the planar or system board) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computing functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the front of the motherboard.
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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.
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Remove any media from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Step 2. Disconnect the adapter from the connector on the computer, then unplug the adapter from electrical outlet. Step 3. Connect the new adapter as shown. ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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 touch screen from scratches or other damage.
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Step 7. Unplug the cables that connect to the Motherboard. Step 8. To reattach the rear cover: Align the rear cover with the chassis. Press the rear cover until it snaps into position. ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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 touch screen from scratches or other damage.
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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 touch screen from scratches or other damage.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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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 touch screen from scratches or other damage.
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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 touch screen from scratches or other damage.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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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. 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.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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Note: 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.
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Step 8. Remove the motherboard. Refer toReplacing the motherboard Step 9. Remove the LVDS and touch(touch model only) cables from the connectors in the LCD panel. Step 10. Remove the motherboard base frame. Step 11. Remove the four screws that secure the front decorative cover to the chassis. Step 12.
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Note: 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.
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Step 10. Remove the LVDS and Touch cables from the connectors in the LCD panel. Step 11. Remove the motherboard base frame. Step 12. Remove the screws that secure the main frame to the LCD panel. Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
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Step 13. Separate the LCD panel from the main frame as shown. ideacentre All-In-One 730S Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 14. To install the new the LCD panel module: Align the new LCD panel with the main frame. Secure the new LCD panel to the main frame with screws. Connect the touch(touch model only) and LVDS cables to the connectors in the new LCD panel.
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