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Summarization of Contents
Chapter 1. About this manual
Important safety information
Read all caution and danger statements before performing any instructions.
Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs
Details on RoHS requirements for replacement parts and products sold in the EU.
Chapter 2. Safety information
General safety
Rules to ensure general safety during maintenance, including lifting and personal protection.
Electrical safety
Precautions for working with electrical hazards, including power cords and exposed circuits.
Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices
Guidelines for preventing ESD damage to sensitive components like ICs.
Safety notices (multi-lingual translations)
Lists various languages for safety notices provided in the manual.
Chapter 3. General information
Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox
Information on using the Toolbox for system maintenance, security, and diagnostics.
ThinkVantage Productivity Center
Details on tools for system ease of use and security, available on specific OS versions.
Additional information resources
Resources for up-to-date information, downloads, drivers, and publications.
Specifications
Lists physical specifications like dimensions, weight, environment, and electrical input.
Chapter 4. General checkout
Problem determination tips
Information to assist in problem determination, including machine type and failure symptoms.
Chapter 5. Diagnostic programs
Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox
Helps maintain computers, improve security, diagnose problems, and update drivers.
PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery
Used when the Windows operating system cannot start, accessed via workspace.
PC-Doctor for DOS
Diagnostic program that runs independently of the OS, useful if Windows won't start.
Creating a diagnostic disc
Instructions on how to create a bootable diagnostic disc from an ISO image.
Running tests
Describes four ways to run diagnostic tests: Normal, Quick, F5, and Ctrl-Enter.
Test results
Explains the error code format and meaning of diagnostic test results.
Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility program
Starting the Setup Utility program
Instructions on how to start the Setup Utility program by pressing F1.
Viewing or changing settings
How to navigate and modify system configuration settings within the Setup Utility.
Using passwords
Options for setting power-on and administrator passwords to prevent unauthorized access.
Enabling or disabling a device
Instructions on how to enable or disable specific devices like SATA controllers and USB connectors.
Selecting a startup device
Procedure to select a temporary or permanent startup device sequence.
Exiting the Setup Utility program
Steps to save changes, discard changes, or load optimal defaults before exiting.
Chapter 7. Symptom-to-FRU index
Hard disk drive boot error
Lists common causes and FRU actions for hard disk drive boot errors.
Power Supply Problems
Procedures for checking and verifying power supply issues.
Diagnostic error codes
Reference for diagnostic error codes and corresponding FRU/Action for various tests.
Beep symptoms
Describes beep patterns during POST and their corresponding FRU/Action.
POST error codes
Lists POST error messages, their descriptions, and recommended actions.
Miscellaneous error messages
Troubleshooting for common errors not covered by specific codes, like display issues.
Undetermined problems
Procedure for troubleshooting unknown issues by isolating components.
Chapter 8. Replacing FRUs (Machine Types: 0806, 0810, 0821, 0823, 0827, 0829,0832, 0835, 0842, 0844, 0846, 0848, 0851, and 4089.)
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer
Diagram showing the location of front panel connectors, controls, and indicators.
Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer
Diagram showing the location of rear panel connectors and parts, including color-coding.
Locating components
Diagram showing the locations of major internal components within the computer.
Locating parts on the system board
Diagram detailing the location of various parts on the system board.
Locating internal drives
Information on internal drive bays and how to identify drive types and sizes.
Removing the computer cover
Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the computer's outer cover.
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel
Procedure for removing and reinstalling the front bezel assembly.
Installing or replacing a PCI card
Instructions for installing or replacing PCI cards in available slots.
Installing or replacing a memory module
Procedure for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs in memory slots.
Replacing the battery
Instructions for replacing the system board battery that maintains date and time.
Replacing the power supply assembly
Procedure for replacing the computer's power supply unit.
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly
Instructions for replacing the heat sink and fan assembly connected to the microprocessor.
Replacing the microprocessor
Detailed steps for replacing the microprocessor, including handling thermal grease.
Replacing the system board
Procedure for replacing the main system board, including component transfer.
Replacing the optical drive
Instructions for removing and installing the optical drive (CD/DVD).
Replacing the hard disk drive
Steps for replacing the primary or secondary hard disk drives.
Replacing the front fan assembly
Procedure for replacing the front fan assembly, including drive bay access.
Completing the parts replacement
Final steps after replacing parts, including cover reinstallation and cable reconnection.
Chapter 9. Replacing FRUs (Machine Types: 0804, 0809, 0811, 0822, 0825, 0828, 0830, 0833, 0837, 0843, 0845, 0847, and 0849.)
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer
Diagram showing front panel connectors, controls, and indicators for specific machine types.
Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer
Diagram showing rear panel connectors and parts for specific machine types.
Locating components
Diagram showing internal component locations for specific machine types.
Locating parts on the system board
Diagram showing system board parts for specific machine types.
Locating internal drives
Information on internal drive bays and connecting cables for specific machine types.
Removing the computer cover
Steps to remove the computer cover for specific machine types.
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel
Procedure for removing and reinstalling the front bezel for specific machine types.
Accessing the system board components and drives
Procedure to access system board components and drives for specific machine types.
Installing or replacing a PCI card
Instructions for installing or replacing PCI cards in specific machine types.
Installing or replacing a memory module
Procedure for installing or replacing memory modules for specific machine types.
Replacing the battery
Instructions for replacing the system board battery for specific machine types.
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly
Procedure for replacing the heat sink and fan assembly for specific machine types.
Replacing the microprocessor
Steps for replacing the microprocessor for specific machine types.
Replacing the system board
Procedure for replacing the system board for specific machine types.
Replacing the optical drive
Instructions for replacing the optical drive for specific machine types.
Replacing the hard disk drive
Steps for replacing the hard disk drive for specific machine types.
Replacing the front fan assembly
Procedure for replacing the front fan assembly for specific machine types.
Completing the parts replacement
Final steps after parts replacement for specific machine types.
Chapter 10. FRU lists
Overall: Machine Types: 0806, 0810, 0821, 0823, 0827, 0829,0832, 0835, 0842, 0844, 0846, 0848, 0851, and 4089.
List of replaceable components for specific machine types.
Mechanical FRUs
List of mechanical field replaceable units and their FRU numbers.
Adapters and miscellaneous FRUs
List of adapters, dongles, and other miscellaneous FRUs with part numbers.
Power Cords
List of primary and secondary power cords by region and model type.
Recovery discs
List of recovery CDs for various operating systems and languages.
Chapter 11. Additional service information
Security features
Overview of security features including passwords and Vital Product Data.
BIOS levels
Information on determining current BIOS level and obtaining the latest BIOS.
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc
Instructions for updating the BIOS from a bootable disc.
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system
Procedure to update the BIOS from within the operating system via Lenovo website.
Recovering from a POST and BIOS update failure
Procedure for Boot-block Recovery if a POST or BIOS update fails.
Appendix A. Notices
Television output notice
Notice regarding copyright protection technology for television output features.
European conformance CE mark
Indicates compliance with European Union directives.
Trademarks
Lists Lenovo trademarks and third-party product/service names.
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