This manual contains service and reference information for ThinkCentre® 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. See Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3.
Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before the implementation date and expects its suppliers to be ready to support Lenovo's requirements and schedule in the EU. Products sold in 2005 will contain some RoHS compliant FRUs. The following statement pertains to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant parts.
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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. Do not use this type of mat to protect yourself from electrical shock.
Voltage-selection switch Some computers are equipped with a voltage-selection switch located near the power-cord connection point on the computer. If your computer has a voltage-selection switch, ensure that you set the switch to match the voltage available at your electrical outlet. Setting the voltage-selection switch incorrectly can cause permanent damage to the computer.
5. Check for any obvious alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any alterations. 6. 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. 7.
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• German • Hebrew • Italian • Korean • 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.
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CAUTION: 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. •...
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≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) PERIGO ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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. •...
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• Não remova as tampas. A remoção das tampas de um produto a laser pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação de laser. Não existem peças que podem ser consertadas no interior do dispositivo. • A utilização de controles ou ajustes ou a execução de procedimentos diferentes dos especificados aqui pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à...
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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.
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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 connecteurs. 4.
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≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) 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.
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• 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. • Zum Installieren, Transportieren und Öffnen der Abdeckungen des Computers oder der angeschlossenen Einheiten die Kabel gemäß...
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Laserstrahlung bei geöffneter Verkleidung. Nicht in den Strahl blicken. Keine Lupen oder Spiegel verwenden. Strahlungsbereich meiden. ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) 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.
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PERICOLO La corrente elettrica proveniente dai cavi di alimentazione, del telefono e di comunicazione può essere pericolosa. 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. •...
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• Se possibile, utilizzare solo una mano per collegare o scollegare i cavi di segnale. • Non accendere assolutamente apparecchiature in presenza di incendi, perdite d'acqua o danno strutturale. • Scollegare i cavi di alimentazione, i sistemi di telecomunicazione, le reti e il modem prima di aprire i coperchi del dispositivo, salvo istruzioni contrarie relative alle procedure di installazione e configurazione.
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PERICOLO Alcune unità laser contengono un diodo laser di Classe 3A o Classe 3B. Tener presente quanto segue: Aprendo l'unità vengono emesse radiazioni laser. Non fissare il fascio, non guardarlo direttamente con strumenti ottici ed evitare l'esposizione al fascio. ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) ATTENZIONE:...
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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. •...
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• Desconecte los cables de alimentación, los sistemas de telecomunicaciones, las redes y los módems conectados antes de abrir las cubiertas de los dispositivos, a menos que se indique lo contrario en los procedimientos de instalación y configuración. • Conecte y desconecte los cables, como se describe en la tabla siguiente, cuando instale, mueva o abra las cubiertas de este producto o de los dispositivos conectados.
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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 (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs)
• Troubleshooting information • Parts information • Downloads and drivers • Links to other useful sources of information To access this information, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications.
Environment • Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Non-operating: 10° to 60°C (50° to 140°F) • Humidity: Operating: 10% to 80% (10% per hour, non condensing) Non-operating: 10% to 90% (10% per hour) Transit: 0% to 90% (10% per hour) •...
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Dimensions Width: 317 mm (12.48 inches) Height: 99 mm (3.90 inches) Depth: 355 mm (13.98 inches) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 7.5 kg (16.53 lbs) Chapter 3 General information...
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– Has this configuration ever worked? – If it has been working, what changes were made prior to it failing? – Is this the original reported failure? • Diagnostics version – Type and version level • Hardware configuration – Print (print screen) configuration currently in use –...
2. If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after you run the Lenovo System Toolbox and PC-Doctor for Windows PE, save and print the log files created by both diagnostic programs. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
Windows operating system. Use PC-Doctor for DOS, if you are unable to start the Windows operating system or if Lenovo System Toolbox and PC-Doctor for Windows PE have not been successful in isolating a possible problem. You can run PC-Doctor for DOS from a diagnostic CD/DVD image that you create.
Test results (N/A, PASSED, FAILED, ABORTED) are displayed in the field beside the test description and in the test log. See “Viewing the test log” on page 38. To select one or more tests, use the following procedure. 1. Open the corresponding test category. 2.
• Performs all the steps in Quick Erase. • Provides a DOS utility that writes random data to all sectors of the hard drive. • Provides an estimate of time to completion along with a visual representation of completion status. •...
• Not be your name or your user name • Not be a common word or a common name • Be significantly different from your previous password Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, the computer cannot be used until a valid password is typed in. Privileged Access Password When a Privileged Access Password is set, it deters unauthorized people from changing configuration settings.
4. Return to the Setup Utility program menu and select Exit ® Save Changes and Exit. Note: If you do not want to save the settings, select Discard Changes and Exit. Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up from a device such as the disc, diskette, or hard disk drive as expected, use one of the following procedures to select a startup device.
Diagnostic error codes Refer to the following diagnostic error codes when using the diagnostic tests. See “Running tests” on page 36 for the specific type for information about the Diagnostic programs. In the following index, X can represent any number. Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action No action...
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Make sure the component that is called out 000-197-XXX BIOS test warning is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6 “Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information” on page 39 2. Re-run test 3. Replace the component that is called out in warning statement 4.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 001-036-XXX System Register error System board 001-038-XXX System Extension failure 1. Adapter card 2. System board 001-039-XXX System DMI data structure error 1. Flash the system. See “Flash update procedures” on page 521 2. System board 001-040-XXX System IRQ failure 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 001-272-XXX System IRQ5 failure 1. Device on IRQ5 2. System board 001-273-XXX System IRQ6 (diskette drive) failure 1. Diskette Cable 2. Diskette drive 3. System board 001-274-XXX System IRQ7 failure 1. Device on IRQ7 2. System board 001-275-XXX System IRQ8 failure 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 005-010-XXX 005-011-XXX 005-012-XXX 005-013-XXX 1. Video card, if installed Video Signal failure 2. System board 1. Video Ram 005-016-XXX Video Simple Pattern test failure 2. Video card, if installed 3. System board 1. Video card, if installed 005-024-XXX Video Addressing test failure 2.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 005-199-XXX Video test failed, cause unknown 1. Go to “Undetermined problems” on page 65 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Flash update procedures” on page 521 3. Replace component under function test 005-2XX-XXX 005-3XX-XXX Video subsystem error 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 011-027-XXX Serial port Configuration/Setup error 1. Run Setup, enable port 2. Flash the system. See “Flash update procedures” on page 521 3. System board 011-03X-XXX 011-04X-XXX Serial port failure System board 011-195-XXX Serial port Test aborted by user Information only Restart the test, if necessary 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 014-196-XXX Parallel port test halt, error threshold 1. Press F3 to review the log file exceeded 2. Restart the test to reset the log file 014-197-XXX Parallel port test warning 1. Make sure the component that is called out is connected and/or enabled.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 015-195-XXX USB port Test aborted by user Information only Restart the test, if necessary 015-196-XXX USB port test halt, error threshold exceeded 1. Press F3 to review the log file 2. Restart the test to reset the log file 015-197-XXX USB port test warning 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 018-199-XXX PCI Card test failed, cause unknown 1. Go to “Undetermined problems” on page 65 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Flash update procedures” on page 521 3. Replace component under function test 018-250-XXX PCI Card Services error 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. IDE signal cable 025-027-XXX IDE interface Configuration/Setup error 2. Flash the system. See “Flash update procedures” on page 521 3. Reseat IDE signal cable 4. IDE device 5. System board 025-02X-XXX 025-03X-XXX 025-04X-XXX IDE Interface 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 030-03X-XXX 030-04X-XXX SCSI interface error 1. SCSI signal cable 2. Check power supply 3. SCSI device 4. SCSI adapter card, if installed 5. System board 030-195-XXX SCSI interface Test aborted by user Information only Restart the test, if necessary 030-196-XXX SCSI interface test halt, error threshold 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. If a component is called out, make sure it is 035-198-XXX RAID interface test aborted connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6 “Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information” on page 39 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Flash update procedures”...
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 071-25X-XXX Audio port failure 1. Speakers 2. Audio card, if installed 3. System board 080-000-XXX Game Port interface Test Passed No action 080-XXX-XXX Game Port interface Error 1. Remove the game port device and re-test the system 080-195-XXX Game Port interface Test aborted by user Information only Restart the test, if necessary...
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Make sure the component that is called out 086-197-XXX Mouse Port interface test warning is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6 “Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information” on page 39 2. Re-run test 3. Replace the component that is called out in warning statement 4.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Press F3 to review the log file 170-196-XXX Voltage Sensor(s) test halt, error threshold exceeded 2. Restart the test to reset the log file 1. Make sure the component that is called out 170-197-XXX Voltage Sensor(s) test warning is connected and/or enabled.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 175-199-XXX Thermal Sensor(s) test failed, cause 1. See “Undetermined problems” on page 65 unknown 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Flash update procedures” on page 521 3. Replace component under function test 175-250-XXX 175-251-XXX Thermal Sensor(s) limit error 1.
Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 217-28X-XXX 217-29X-XXX Hard Disk Drive (SCSI) error 1. Hard Disk Drive Cable 2. Check power supply voltages 3. Reseat the hard disk drive cable 4. Hard Disk drive (SCSI) 5. SCSI adapter card 6. System board No action 220-000-XXX Hi-Capacity Cartridge Drive Test Passed 220-XXX-XXX Hi-Capacity Cartridge Drive error...
Beep Symptom FRU/Action 1 long and 2 short beeps Monitor or video adapter card Perform the following actions in order. error 1. Make sure the monitor is properly connected to the computer. 2. Replace the video adapter card (if present). 3.
POST Error Message Description/Action CPU at nnnn nnnn is the running speed of the microprocessor. Press Esc to skip memory test Pressing Esc skips the full memory test HARD DISK INSTALL FAILURE Cannot find or initialize the hard disk drive controller or the drive.
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Message/Symptom FRU/Action Computer will not perform a Wake On LAN® (if applicable) 1. Check power supply and signal cable connections to network adapter 2. Ensure that the operating system settings are set to enable Wake on LAN® 3. Ensure Wake On LAN feature is enabled in Setup/Configuration (see “Starting the Setup Utility program”...
Message/Symptom FRU/Action Program loads from the hard disk with a known-good 1. Run Setup and check Startup sequence. diagnostics diskette in the first 3.5-inch diskette drive 2. Diskette Drive 3. Diskette Drive Cable 4. System Board 5. Power Supply RPL computer cannot access programs from its own hard 1.
VGA monitor connector PCI adapter card slots (2) USB connectors (4) Serial port (some models) Computer components The following illustration will help you locate the major FRUs in the computer. Heat sink, and fan assembly Internal speaker Microprocessor Front audio / USB assembly Memory Hard disk drive Optical drive...
3. Disconnect the cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. 4. Remove any locking devices, such as a cable lock that secures the computer cover. 5.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly.
8. Install the four screws to secure the power supply. Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 9. Reconnect the power supply cables to the system board and the drives. 10. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 95.
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ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: When replacing the system board a new retention module for the microprocessor heat sink is required. Make sure you have a new retention module before beginning this procedure. This section provides instructions on how to remove and replace the system board. The procedure varies depending upon the machine type.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink and fan assembly.
1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 69. 2. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board. 3. Locate the heat sink and fan assembly. See “System board connectors” on page 68. 4.
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ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides information on how to remove and replace the microprocessor. The procedure varies depending upon the machine type.
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Note: Touch only the sides of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. 7. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket. Notes: a. Note the orientation of the notches on the microprocessor. This is important when reinstalling the microprocessor on the new system board.
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b. Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. 8. Make sure that the microprocessor retainer is fully open. 9. Holding the microprocessor with your fingers, remove the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the new microprocessor 10.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This provides instructions on how to remove and replace a memory module. 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 69.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace an adapter card. Your computer has one PCI Express x1 adapter card slot, one PCI Express x16 adapter card slot, and two PCI adapter card slots.
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Notes: a. The adapter card fits tightly into the adapter card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the adapter card a small amount until it is removed from the adapter card slot. b. If the adapter card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the adapter card retaining latch shown to disengage the latch.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support Important When a new hard disk drive is installed, a set of Product Recovery discs might be required. The set of Product Recovery discs enable the contents of the hard disk to be restored to the same state as when the computer was originally shipped from the factory.
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4. Remove the hard disk drive cage from the chassis by simply sliding it outward. 5. Pull on the blue handle to remove hard disk drive from the drive cage. 6. Remove the failing hard disk drive from the blue plastic bracket from by flexing the sides of the bracket enough to free it from the hard disk drive.
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8. Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive cage until it snaps into position. 9. Align the drive cage pivot pin with the slot in the upper drive cage and slide the hard disk drive into the chassis. ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual...
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Important When a new hard disk drive is installed, a set of Product Recovery discs might be required. The set of Product Recovery discs enable the contents of the hard disk to be restored to the same state as when the computer was originally shipped from the factory.
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5. Remove the hard drive cage from the chassis by simply sliding it outward. 6. Pull on the blue handle to release and remove the hard disk drive from the hard drive cage. 7. Remove the hard disk drive from the blue plastic bracket by flexing the sides of the bracket enough to slide it free of the hard disk drive.
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9. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard drive cage until it snaps into position. 10. Install the hard drive cage into the chassis until it snaps into position underneath the metal tab. Make sure that the hard drive cage is secure in the chassis. 11.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and replace an optical drive.
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ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Depending on your model type, your computer might have a diskette drive or a card reader installed. This section provides instructions on how to replace the diskette drive or card reader.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the rear fan assembly. To replace the rear fan assembly: 1.
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5. Remove the rear fan assembly out of the chassis. 6. Install the new rear fan assembly by aligning the rubber mounts of the rear fan assembly with the holes on the chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes. 7.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and replace the front audio/USB assembly.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and replace the CMOS battery. If the CMOS battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including passwords) are lost. An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the internal speaker. 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 69.
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1. Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer. 2. Replace the cover. 3. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Rear connectors” on page 67. 4.
Parallel port PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot VGA monitor connector PCI adapter card slot Computer components The following illustration will help you locate the major FRUs in the computer. Hard disk drive Optical drive Microprocessor, heat sink and fan assembly Memory slots (2) Internal speaker (some models) Power supply assembly...
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions how to remove a CMOS battery.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support Attention Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.
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9. Install and tighten the four screws at the rear of the chassis to secure the power supply assembly. Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 10. Reconnect all the power supply assembly cables to the drives and the system board.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
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9. The failing system board must be returned with a microprocessor socket cover to protect the pins during shipping and handling. Install the microprocessor socket cover removed from the new system board on the failing system board. To install the microprocessor socket cover: a.
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e. Lower the microprocessor retainer and then lower the lever to secure the retainer. Make sure the lever is securely locked into position. f. Follow any additional instructions included with the replacement part you received. 10. Position the new system board so that it is aligned with the mounting studs then slide it to the rear of the chassis until it is fully seated.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
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Notes: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. b. Note the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket. You can either look for the small triangle on one corner of the microprocessor or note the orientation of the notches on the microprocessor.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive.
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5. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive. 6. Remove the old hard disk drive from the bracket by flexing the sides of the bracket enough to slide it free from the hard disk drive. 7.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive.
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5. Remove the optical drive retainer from the drive being replaced and then install the retainer on the left side of the new drive to be installed. 6. Install the new optical drive into the bay until it snaps into position. 7.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the internal speaker.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and replace the power switch/LED assembly.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the card reader.
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Notes: a. The adapter card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the adapter card a small amount until it is removed from the adapter card slot. b. If the adapter card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the adapter card retaining latch shown to disengage the latch.
5. Rotate the adapter retainer to the closed position. 6. To complete the installation, go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 118. Completing the FRU replacement After replacing FRUs, you need to install any removed parts, replace the cover, and reconnect any cables, including telephone lines and power cords.
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3. Lower the drive bay assembly and place the drive locks to the locked position. Otherwise, you cannot close the computer cover. 4. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Rear connectors” on page 97. 5. If you have replaced the system board, you must update (flash) the BIOS. See “Flash update procedures”...
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Item # FRUs FRU # System fan, 4 pin system fan for Tamdhu2 • MT 7258: all models • MT 7260: all models • MT 7268: all models • MT 7270: all models 41R6269 • MT 7296: all models • MT 7298: all models •...
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– Start the Setup Utility. – Select Standard CMOS Features. • Sources for obtaining the latest level BIOS available 1. Lenovo support web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 2. Lenovo Customer Support Center 3. Levels 1 and 2 Support To update (flash) the BIOS, see “Flash update procedures” on page 521.
Note: Due to the constant improvements made to the Web site, Web page content (including the links referenced in the following procedure) is subject to change. 1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Locate the downloadable files for your machine type as follows: a.
10. Turn on the computer and the monitor. Insert the POST/BIOS update (flash) disc into the optical drive. 11. Turn the computer off and back on again. 12. The recovery session will take two to three minutes. During this time you will hear a series of beeps. After the update session is completed, there will be no video, the series of beeps will end, and the system will automatically turn off.
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