Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Hardware Maintenance Manual
Lenovo Legion Tower 5i (26L, 8) and Lenovo Legion Tower 5 (26L, 8)

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the 90UX0015US and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Lenovo 90UX0015US

  • Page 1 Hardware Maintenance Manual Lenovo Legion Tower 5i (26L, 8) and Lenovo Legion Tower 5 (26L, 8)
  • Page 2 First Edition (October 2022) © Copyright Lenovo 2022. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Rear I/O shielding ... . Self-help resources ... . . Call Lenovo ....Chapter 7. Notices and Before you contact Lenovo .
  • Page 4 Lenovo products, please follow all instructions carefully. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing a Lenovo computer, be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1.
  • Page 5: Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

    Avoid contact with hot components inside the computer. During operation, some components become hot enough to burn the skin. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer, disconnect power, and wait approximately 10 minutes for the components to cool. © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 6: Electrical Safety

    Electrical safety CAUTION: 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.
  • Page 7: Safety Inspection Guide

    – Power supply units – Pumps – 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. –...
  • Page 8: Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices

    Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD damage can occur when there is a difference in charge between objects. Protect against ESD damage by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are all at the same charge.
  • Page 9 • Spanish DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. •...
  • Page 10 When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROM drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: • Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. •...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1 Important safety information...
  • Page 12 ≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 13 PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. Para evitar risco de choque elétrico: • Não conecte nem desconecte nenhum cabo ou execute instalação, manutenção ou reconfiguração deste produto durante uma tempestade com raios. •...
  • Page 14 PRECAUCIÓN: Quando produtos a laser (como unidades de CD-ROMs, unidades de DVD-ROM, dispositivos de fibra ótica ou transmissores) estiverem instalados, observe o seguinte: • Não remova as tampas. A remoção das tampas de um produto a laser pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à...
  • Page 15 Chapter 1 Important safety information...
  • Page 16 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 17 Chapter 1 Important safety information...
  • Page 18 DANGER Le courant électrique provenant de l'alimentation, du téléphone et des câbles de transmission peut présenter un danger. Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique : • Ne manipulez aucun câble et n'effectuez aucune opération d'installation, d'entretien ou de reconfiguration de ce produit au cours d'un orage.
  • Page 19 Connexion Déconnexion 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 2. Commencez par brancher tous les cordons sur les 2. Débranchez les cordons d'alimentation des prises. unités. 3. Débranchez les câbles d'interface des connecteurs. 3. Branchez les câbles d'interface sur des 4.
  • Page 20 ≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) ATTENTION: Soulevez la machine avec précaution. ATTENTION: L'interrupteur de contrôle d'alimentation de l'unité et l'interrupteur dubloc d'alimentation ne coupent pas le courant électrique alimentantl'unité. En outre, le système peut être équipé de plusieurs cordonsd'alimentation.
  • Page 21 • Geräte niemals einschalten, wenn Hinweise auf Feuer, Wasser oder Gebäudeschäden vorliegen. • Die Verbindung zu den angeschlossenen Netzkabeln, Telekommunikationssystemen, Netzwerken und Modems ist vor dem Öffnen des Gehäuses zu unterbrechen, sofern in den Installations- und Konfigurationsprozeduren keine anders lautenden Anweisungen enthalten sind. •...
  • Page 22 Einige Lasergeräte enthalten eine Laserdiode der Klasse 3A oder 3B. Beachten Sie Folgendes: Laserstrahlung bei geöffneter Verkleidung. Nicht in den Strahl blicken. Keine Lupen oder Spiegel verwenden. Strahlungsbereich meiden. ≥18 kg ≥32 kg ≥55 kg ACHTUNG: Arbeitsschutzrichtlinien beim Anheben der Maschine beachten. ACHTUNG: Mit dem Netzschalter an der Einheit und am Netzteil wird die Stromversorgung für die Einheit nicht unterbrochen.
  • Page 23 Chapter 1 Important safety information...
  • Page 24 PERICOLO La corrente elettrica proveniente dai cavi di alimentazione, del telefono e di comunicazione può essere pericolosa. Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 25 Per evitare il rischio di scosse elettriche: • Non collegare o scollegare qualsiasi cavo oppure effettuare l'installazione, la manutenzione o la riconfigurazione del prodotto durante un temporale. • Collegare tutti i fili elettrici a una presa di alimentazione correttamente cablata e dotata di messa a terra.
  • Page 26 Quando vengono installati prodotti laser (quali CD-ROM, unità DVD-ROM, unità a fibre ottiche o trasmittenti), tener presente quanto segue: • Non rimuovere gli sportelli. L'apertura di un'unità laser può determinare l'esposizione a radiazioni laser pericolose. All'interno dell'unità non vi sono parti su cui effettuare l'assistenza tecnica. •...
  • Page 27 Chapter 1 Important safety information...
  • Page 28 PELIGRO La corriente eléctrica procedente de cables de alimentación, teléfonos y cables de comunicación puede ser peligrosa. Para evitar el riesgo de descarga eléctrica: • No conecte ni desconecte los cables ni realice ninguna tarea de instalación, mantenimiento o reconfiguración de este producto durante una tormenta eléctrica. •...
  • Page 29 • Cualquier equipo que se conecte a este producto también debe conectarse a tomas de corriente debidamente cableadas. • Siempre que sea posible, utilice una sola mano para conectar o desconectar los cables de señal. • No encienda nunca un equipo cuando hay señales de fuego, agua o daños estructurales. •...
  • Page 30 PELIGRO Algunos productos láser tienen incorporado un diodo láser de clase 3A o clase 3B. Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente: Cuando se abre, queda expuesto a radiación láser. No mire directamente al rayo láser, ni siquiera con instrumentos ópticos, y evite exponerse directamente al rayo láser. ≥18 kg ≥32 kg ≥55 kg...
  • Page 31: Chapter 2. Important Service Information

    After replacing the system board, the recommended option is to download the latest BIOS package from Lenovo support website to bind the model type, serial number, and Brand ID of the computer with the new system board. Or use Golden Key U1 tool to bind the new system board. Refer to https://support.lenovo.com/...
  • Page 32: How To Use Error Codes

    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.
  • Page 33: Chapter 3. Product Overview

    Chapter 3. Product overview Front Description Item Lenovo Legion logo © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 34: Top

    Description Description Item Item USB 3.2 connectors Gen 1 (2) Headphone connector Microphone connector Power button Dust Screen Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 35: Rear

    Rear Figure 1. Legion T5 26IRB8 - Rear view Description Description Item Item Lighting switch USB 2.0 connectors (4) ® USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector USB 3.2 connectors Gen 1 (2) Audio connectors (3) PCI-Express card area Security-lock slot Power cord connector Ethernet connector (2.5G) Chapter 3 Product overview...
  • Page 36 Figure 2. Legion T5 26ARA8 - Rear view Description Description Item Item Lighting switch USB 3.2 connectors Gen 2 (2) USB-C (3.2 Gen 2) connector USB 3.2 connectors Gen 1 (2) USB 2.0 connectors (2) Audio connectors (3) PCI-Express card area Security-lock slot Ethernet connector (2.5G) Power cord connector...
  • Page 37: Chapter 4. Service Checkout And Symptom-To-Fru Index

    • Machine type and model • Processor or hard disk drive upgrades • Failure symptom – Do diagnostics indicate a failure? – What, when, where, single, or multiple systems? – Is the failure repeatable? – Has this configuration ever worked? © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 38: Symptom-To-Fru Index

    – If it has been working, what changes were made prior to its failing? – Is this the original reported failure? • Diagnostics version – Type and version level • Hardware configuration – Print (print screen) configuration currently in use –...
  • Page 39: Power Supply Problems

    Error FRU/Action The boot sector on the startup drive is corrupted. The drive must be formatted. Do the following: 1. Attempt to back up the data on the failing hard disk drive. 2. Using the operating system programs, format the hard disk drive.
  • Page 40: Post Error Codes

    POST error codes Each time you turn on the system, it performs a series of tests that check the operation of the system and some options. This series of tests are called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. POST checks the following operations: •...
  • Page 41: Miscellaneous Error Conditions

    POST error message Description/Action Error code 8998 Not enough shadow RAM resources This error message is displayed for OPTION ROM, not all devices when the shadow RAM resources initialized. Suggest to remove some for option ROM are insufficient. add-on cards, or change to UEFI If the legacy option ROM is mode in BIOS setup.
  • Page 42 Message/Symptom FRU/Action Blank screen except for flashing cursor. 1. System Board 2. Primary Hard Disk Drive 3. Hard Disk Drive Cable Incorrect memory size during POST 1. Run the Memory tests. 2. Memory Module 3. System Board "Insert a Diskette" icon appears with a known-good 1.
  • Page 43: Undetermined Problems

    Message/Symptom FRU/Action Serial or parallel connector device failure (system board 1. External Device Self-Test OK? connector) 2. External Device 3. Cable 4. System Board Serial or parallel connector device failure (adapter 1. External Device Self-Test OK? connector) 2. External Device 3.
  • Page 44 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 45: Chapter 5. Help And Support

    Do not try to drain out the liquid by turning over the computer. If your computer has keyboard drainage holes on the bottom, the liquid will be drained out through the holes. • Lenovo Vantage or Lenovo PC Manager Where can I get the latest device drivers and UEFI/BIOS? •...
  • Page 46 Use Lenovo Vantage to: • Configure device settings. • Download and install UEFI BIOS, drivers and firmware updates. Type Lenovo Vantage in the search box and then press • Secure you computer from outside threats. Enter. • Diagnose hardware problems.
  • Page 47: Call Lenovo

    Call Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, you can call Lenovo Customer Support Center. Before you contact Lenovo Prepare the following before you contact Lenovo: 1. Record the problem symptoms and details: •...
  • Page 48: Purchase Additional Services

    • Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
  • Page 49: Chapter 6. Hardware Removal And Installation

    Common tool Isolated tweezers Common tool Hexagonal socket Common tool Silicone grease Consumable tool Polyamide tape Consumable tool Mylar tape Consumable tool Eraser Consumable tool Electrical tape Consumable tool Double-sided tape Consumable tool Conductive tape Consumable tool © Copyright Lenovo 2022...
  • Page 50: Major Frus And Crus

    • FRUs: Refer to parts that are more complicated to replace and it is recommended that these should be replaced by trained service technicians. If customers elect to replace the FRU by themselves, we recommend that you ensure the correct instructions provided by Lenovo are carefully followed. Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 51 Chapter 6 Hardware removal and installation...
  • Page 52 Number Description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU Left computer cover PCI-Express card PCI-Express card holder Heat sink and fan assembly (150 W) Heat sink and fan assembly (65 W) Water cooling assembly * Microprocessor VR heatsink (Type 1) VR heatsink (Type 2) Rear antenna case cover Wi-Fi antenna PCI-Express slot cover...
  • Page 53 Optional-service CRU Solid-state drive heatsink Inside decoration cover Screws Power cord Mouse* Keyboard* * for selected models For detailed FRU and CRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go http://www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup Chapter 6 Hardware removal and installation...
  • Page 54: System Board

    System board Description Description System Fan ARGB connector 8-Pin CPU Power connector Top1_ARGB connector Top1_Fan connector Top2_ARGB connector 4-Pin CPU Fan connector Memory slots (DIMM) Top2_Fan connector 4-Pin AUX_Fan connector Logo_ARGB connector 4-Pin AUX_ARGB connector 6-Pin Side Led connector Front2_Fan connector Front2_ARGB connector Front1_Fan connector Front1_ARGB connector...
  • Page 55: Removing And Installing Hardware

    Description Description 4-Pin Pump connector CPU ARGB connector Microprocessor socket 4-Pin System Fan connector Removing and installing hardware This section provides instructions on how to remove and install hardware for your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer and maintain your computer by removing or installing hardware. Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Important safety information”...
  • Page 56: Right Computer Cover

    Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Unlock any locking device that secures the computer cover. Removal steps Right computer cover Prerequisite...
  • Page 57: Front Bezel

    Removal steps Front bezel Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 58: Top Mesh

    Removal steps Top mesh Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 59: Bottom Mesh

    Removal steps Bottom mesh Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 60: Inside Decoration Cover

    Inside decoration cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1.
  • Page 61: 3.5-Inch Storage Drive

    Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. For access, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Remove the power cord. See “Power cord” on page 51. 3.
  • Page 62: 2.5-Inch Storage Drive Bracket

    Removal steps 2.5–inch storage drive bracket Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the internal storage drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
  • Page 63: M.2 Solid-State Drive

    Removal steps Note: If you have a 2.5–inch storage drive, install it in the correct bracket position as needed. M.2 solid-state drive Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Attention: The internal storage drive is sensitive.
  • Page 64 3. Remove the left computer cover. See “Left computer cover” on page 51. 4. Remove the microprocessor heatsink and fan assembly. See “Heat sink and fan assembly” on page 62. Removal steps • Type 1 • Type 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 65: Memory Module

    Memory module Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Ensure that you follow the installation order for memory modules shown in the following illustration. For access, remove the following parts in order: •...
  • Page 66: Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    Removal steps Heat sink and fan assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. The heat sink might be very hot. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 67: Pci-Express Card And Card Holder

    PCI-Express card and card holder Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 68: Pci-Express Slot Cover

    Removal steps PCI-Express slot cover Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 69 For access, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. 2. Remove the power cord. See “Power cord” on page 51. 3. Remove the left computer cover. See “Left computer cover” on page 51. 4.
  • Page 70: System Fan (Rear Fan)

    System fan (rear fan) Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. For access, remove the following parts in order: • Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables. •...
  • Page 71: System Fan (Top Fan)

    • Remove the fan power cable from the system board. Removal steps System fan (top fan) Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. For access, remove the following parts in order: •...
  • Page 72: Power Supply Assembly

    Removal steps Power supply assembly Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety and proper Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification.
  • Page 73 3. Remove the right computer cover. See “Right computer cover” on page 52. 4. Disconnect the power supply cables from the system board. Removal steps Chapter 6 Hardware removal and installation...
  • Page 74: Rear Antenna Case Cover

    Rear antenna case cover Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 75 3. Loosen the screw and then remove the Wi-Fi card cover. 4. Disconnect the Wi-Fi antennas from the Wi-Fi card. 5. Remove the Wi-Fi card. Chapter 6 Hardware removal and installation...
  • Page 76: Front Wi-Fi Antenna

    Front Wi-Fi antenna Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Removal steps 1.
  • Page 77: Legion Logo Light Assembly

    5. Remove the screw and then remove the rear Wi-Fi antenna. LEGION logo light assembly Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 78: Usb & Audio Modules

    USB & Audio modules Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
  • Page 79: Water Cooling Assembly (For Selected Models)

    Removal steps 1. Remove the power cord. See “Power cord” on page 51. 2. Remove the left computer cover. See “Left computer cover” on page 51. 3. Remove the front bezel . See “Front bezel” on page 53. 4. Disconnect the thermal sensor cable from the system board. 5.
  • Page 80 5. Loosen the pump mounting screws and remove the fan mounting screws. 6. Remove the water cooling assembly. Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 81: Microprocessor

    Microprocessor Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Removal steps 1.
  • Page 82: Pch Heatsink

    PCH heatsink Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Removal steps 1.
  • Page 83: Vr Heatsink

    VR heatsink Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Removal steps 1.
  • Page 84: Sata Cable

    SATA cable Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Removal steps 1.
  • Page 85: System Board

    System board Prerequisite Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Avoid contact with hot components inside the computer. During operation, some components become hot enough to burn the skin. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer, disconnect power, and wait approximately 10 minutes for the components to cool.
  • Page 86 9. Remove the screws that secure the system board, and then carefully lift the system board out of the chassis. Note: Carefully handle the system board by its edges. The failing system board must be returned with a microprocessor socket cover to protect the pins during shipping and handling.
  • Page 87: Rear I/O Shielding

    Rear I/O shielding Prerequisites Before you start, read Chapter 1 “Important safety information” on page 1 and print the following instructions. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. Replacement procedure 1.
  • Page 88 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 89: Chapter 7. Notices And Trademarks

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
  • Page 90 Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. This document is copyrighted by Lenovo and is not covered by any open source license, including any Linux agreement(s) which may accompany software included with this product. Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice.

This manual is also suitable for:

Legion tower 5Legion tower 5i

Table of Contents