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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 (ESD).
4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo alterations. 7. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
2. Ensure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as fully effective. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product. • Avoid contact with other people. •...
– “FRU identification” on page 20 Important: • Advise customers to contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center if they need any assistance in obtaining or installing any software fixes, drivers, and UEFI BIOS downloads. Telephone numbers for Lenovo Support are available at: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist...
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) model This model provides the ability for a customer to configure a Lenovo solution from a Web Site, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label and eSupport will load these products as the 4-character MT, 4-character model, and 2-character country code.
Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
Run quick test programs to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems, especially when the computer does not have the Vantage app installed. To download and install a quick test program, go to https://www.lenovo.com/diags , and follow the instructions on the Web site.
If the computer you are servicing is not installed with the UEFI diagnostic program, you can download a bootable diagnostic program from the Lenovo Support Web site. The bootable diagnostic program enables you to view system information and test some hardware devices in your computer, such as memory, storage devices, the LCD, and system board buses.
Checking the built-in battery and operational charging This system supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovo or an authorized manufacturer. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for other systems.
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Wire Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Black Ground • If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. • If the voltage is not correct, replace the coin-cell battery. • If the coin-cell battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• “Power management” on page 30 • “Symptom-to-FRU index” on page 31 • “Lenovo Memory Self Repair (for Intel models only)” on page 37 Service Web site: When the latest maintenance diskette and the system program service diskette become available, they will be posted on: https://support.lenovo.com...
The system management password can also protect the system information stored in UEFI BIOS like a supervisor password, but it has lower authority by default. The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) with the Lenovo client-management interface.
Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the storage drive. You can contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have the storage drive replaced. A fee will be charged for parts and service. If the storage drive is a CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit), you can also contact Lenovo to purchase a new storage drive to replace the old one by yourself.
5. Remove the coin-cell battery. See “1120 Coin-cell battery” on page 74. 6. Reinstall the coin-cell battery. 7. Reinstall the built-in battery. 8. Reinstall the base cover assembly. 9. Reconnect ac power. 10. Turn on the computer and wait until the POST ends. After the POST ends, the password prompt does not appear.
• The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the solid-state drive. • The system is powered off. Note: If the computer enters the hibernation mode while it is connected to the dock, do not disconnect it before resuming normal operation.
Numeric error codes Symptom or error FRU or action, in sequence 0177 Replace the system board. Bad SVP data, stop POST task—The checksum of the supervisor password in the EEPROM is not correct. 0183 1. Run the ThinkPad Setup program. The settings Bad CRC of Security Settings in EFI Variable.
Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology, do the following: 1.
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Note: We recommend that you speak to our Customer Support Center before attempting to service the computer yourself so that you can be directed to the correct documentation and repair information. It might be recommended to have a Lenovo-authorized service provider repair your computer depending on the complexity of the error or fault.
If the LCD you are servicing has two or less visible defective pixels, it should not be considered faulty. However, if the LCD has three or more visible defective pixels, it will be deemed as defective by Lenovo and it should be replaced.
• This policy applies to all ThinkPad Notebooks purchased on 1 January, 2008 or later. • Lenovo will not provide warranty replacement if the LCD is within specifications because we cannot guarantee that any replacement LCD will have zero pixel defects.
LCD assembly Lenovo Memory Self Repair (for Intel models only) Lenovo Memory Self Repair (hereafter referred to as repair tool) enables you to repair memory single-bit or single-row failure with internal redundant resources. It is recommended that you use the repair tool in the following situations: •...
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ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Key / Key combination Function Toggle keyboard backlight (for selected models) Break operation Pause operation Scroll contents Send system request Open system information Window (for ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 AMD only) Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. Go to beginning Go to end ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You can find a list of CRUs for your product in this Hardware Maintenance Manual. An electronic version of this manual can be found at .
Major FRUs and CRUs ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 5. Major FRUs and CRUs FRU description Self-service Optional-service LCD unit Note: LCD unit is a single FRU for models with OLED panel. Keyboard Nano-SIM-card tray* Keyboard bezel assembly M.2 solid-state drive thermal pad M.2 solid-state drive M.2 solid-state drive bracket Thermal pad for the wireless WAN module (for Intel models only) Wireless WAN module* Wireless-WAN-module bracket*...
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Notes: • Depending on the computer model, your computer might look different from the illustration above. • The Lenovo factory recovery USB key is used to restore the Microsoft Windows operating system. It might not come with the computer, and a user might order it from https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/...
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Table 6. Major FRUs and CRUs FRU description Self-service Optional-service LCD bezel sheet and elastic adhesive tapes LCD bezel Dummy camera shutter* Camera shutter* Camera with microphone* Microphone board (for non-camera models) Mic rubbers Wireless LAN antenna assembly (for silver models) Wireless LAN antenna assembly (for black models) Camera/LED cable LCD panel...
• Spec Connector and cable guide This topic provides information to help Lenovo authorized service technicians identify connectors and cables for replacement purpose. To view each FRU and the exploded illustration of the computer, see “Major FRUs and CRUs” on page 46 and “LCD FRUs and CRUs” on page 49.
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System board connectors and cables Table 8. System board connector and cable guide Connector/feature Internal cable required Cable connection Fingerprint reader connector Fingerprint reader cable Connect one end of the cable to (internal) the fingerprint reader and the other end to this connector. USB board connector (internal) USB board cable Connect one end of the cable to...
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Table 8. System board connector and cable guide (continued) Internal cable required Connector/feature Cable connection Speaker assembly connector Speaker assembly cable The speaker assembly comes with (internal) a cable. Connect the cable to this connector. Ethernet card connector (internal) Ethernet card cable Connect one end of the Ethernet card cable to the Ethernet card board and the other end to this...
Connect the cables to these connectors. Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, including part numbers, descriptions, and substitution part numbers, go to: https://support.lenovo.com/partslookup ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Maintenance Key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. 3. Restart the computer. 4. When the logo is displayed, press Esc. The ThinkPad Config Information Update Utility interface is displayed.
To check what ECAs have been previously applied to the machine, use the ECA Information Read/Write function on the LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key. 1. Insert the latest version of LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key, and then restart the computer.
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Note: Only the ECA number is stored in the EEPROM. The machine type of the ECA is assumed to be the same as the machine type of the machine that had the ECA applied to it. 1. Insert the latest version of LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key, and then restart the computer.
5. Clear the Turn on fast startup check box, and then click Save changes. To disable the built-in battery: 1. Restart your computer. When the logo screen is displayed, immediately press F1 to enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2. Select Config ➙ Power. The Power submenu is displayed. 3.
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When installing: Configure the keyboard language in UEFI BIOS: 1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. 2. Click Config ➙ Keyboard/Mouse ➙ Keyboard Layout, and then select the keyboard language. Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
1020 Base cover assembly Removal procedure Installation procedure Reinstall the screws in alphabetic order (a to h). ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Important notice for replacing a battery Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use. ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 and ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
The Vantage app provides an automatic battery diagnostic test that determines if the built-in battery is defective. A built-in battery FRU should not be replaced unless this diagnostic test shows that the battery is defective. The only exception to this is if the built-in battery is physically damaged or a customer is reporting a possible safety issue.
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• Do not touch the contact edge or circuit board of the M.2 solid-state drive. Otherwise the M.2 solid-state drive might get damaged. • Do not make the M.2 solid-state drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the M.2 solid-state drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks.
2. Go to Settings ➙ Restore profiles. The app will download and install its unique color profiles from Lenovo cloud automatically. 1050 M.2 solid-state drive and M.2 solid-state drive bracket (for AMD models only) For access, remove this FRU: •...
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• Do not make the M.2 solid-state drive subject to physical shocks or vibration. Put the M.2 solid-state drive on a soft material, such as cloth, to absorb physical shocks. Removal procedure • Type 1 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2.0 ×...
Note: If the app is uninstalled, reinstall it by downloading the installation package from https:// pcsupport.lenovo.com/us/en/downloads/DS540353 2. Go to Settings ➙ Restore profiles. The app will download and install its unique color profiles from Lenovo cloud automatically. 1060 Wireless WAN module and wireless-WAN-module bracket (for selected models) For access, remove this FRU: •...
Removal procedure Note: For AMD models, there is no mylar, so step 1 is not required. Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2.0 × 2.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.18 +/- 0.015 Nm (1.85 +/- 0.15 kgf-cm) When installing: When you install the wireless WAN module, ensure that you connect the blue cable to connector AUX and the orange cable to connector MAIN.
Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2.0 × 5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 0.18 +/- 0.015 Nm (1.85 +/- 0.15 kgf-cm) 1080 Thermal fan assembly For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 62 Removal procedure Depending on your computer model, do one of the following to remove the thermal fan assembly •...
• Before you attach the fan assembly to the computer, apply thermal grease, at an amount of 0.2 grams, on the part marked as shown in the following illustrations. Either too much or too less application of grease can cause a thermal problem due to imperfect contact with a component. –...
Removal procedure Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque Black M2.0 x 2.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) 0.18 +/- 0.015 Nm (1.85 +/- 0.15 kgf-cm) When installing: • Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. • Ensure that the cable is routed properly. 1120 Coin-cell battery DANGER Use only the authorized battery specified for the computer.
When installing: • Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. • Reset the system date and time in the BIOS menu. 1130 Memory module (for Intel models only) For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 62 Removal procedure Installation procedure Note: Memory module replacement might cause memory retraining during POST.
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• “1030 Built-in battery” on page 64 Removal procedure Note: There might exist a waterproof mylar covering the trackpad, remove the mylar before replacement. When installing: Reinstall the screws in alphabetic order (a to g). Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M1.6 ×...
Notes: • A mylar might cover the trackpad, and ensure that you attach the mylar to the trackpad after replacement. • Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. 1150 NFC module and NFC module cable (for selected models) For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
1170 Power button board cable and power button board with or without fingerprint reader For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 62 Removal procedure Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Note: After replacing the system board, use the Maintenance Utility to bind the model type, serial number, and Brand ID of the computer with the new system board. Refer to https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/ for instructions on how to do that. As an alternative, you also can use the Golden Key U1 solutions/HT506954 tool for that purpose.
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For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “Removing the nano-SIM-card and nano-SIM-card tray” on page 60 • “1010 Keyboard” on page 60 • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 62 • “1030 Built-in battery” on page 64 • “1040 M.2 solid-state drive and M.2 solid-state drive bracket (for Intel models only)” on page 65 •...
To restore the BIOS configuration, end users are required to input the Machine Type Model (MTM) and Serial Number (SN), select the product name and keyboard language of the computer after replacing a system board. For more details about the tool, go to: https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht516543 Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
The process of writing product information can only be used once and if unsure, consider getting support from a Lenovo-authorized service technician. Step 1.
Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M 2.5 × 4.0 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 0.29 +/- 0.03 Nm (3.0 +/-0.3 kgf-cm) M 2.0× 5.0 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.18 +/- 0.015 Nm (1.85 +/- 0.15 kgf-cm) When installing: Ensure that the connectors are attached firmly. Attention: When you route the cables, ensure that they are not subject to any tension.
Removal procedure When installing: Ensure that all the latches are attached firmly. Note: After the LCD bezel sheet is removed , it cannot be used anymore. A new LCD bezel sheet is required for replacement. 2020 LCD hinges For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
2. Turn over the LCD panel and detach the LCD cable from the LCD panel as shown. 2040 LCD cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 62 • “1070 I/O bracket” on page 70 •...
Removal procedure 2050 Camera-and-microphone module and cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 62 • “1070 I/O bracket” on page 70 • “1200 LCD unit” on page 84 • “2010 LCD bezel sheet and LCD bezel” on page 85 •...
2060 LCD cover assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 62 • “1070 I/O bracket” on page 70 • “1200 LCD unit” on page 84 • “2010 LCD bezel sheet and LCD bezel” on page 85 •...
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