Chapter 1. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for IdeaCentre Q190 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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Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment. 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.
– Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on these products. Each machine, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.
• Avoid contact with other people while handling the part. • Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on your body. • Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap.
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To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
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≥18 kg(37 lbs) ≥32 kg(70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg(121.2 lbs) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device. The device also might have more than one power cord.
This chapter provides general information that applies to all machine types supported by this publication. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Type IdeaCentre Q190 This section lists the physical specifications. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10°...
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• Not be a common word or a common name • Be significantly different from your previous password Administrator password When a Administrator Password is set, it deters unauthorized persons from changing configuration settings. If you are responsible for maintaining the settings of several computers, you might want to set a Administrator Password.
To delete a previously set Power-On Password, do the following : 1. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press Enter. 2. The password dialog box will be displayed. Enter Current Password and press Enter. Press Enter in New Password and confirm New Password dialog.
1. Turn off your computer. 2. Press and hold the F12 key then turn on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu appears, release the F12 key. Note: If you are using a USB keyboard and the Startup Device Menu does not display using this method, repeatedly press and release the F12 key rather than leaving it pressed when turning on the computer.
POST error codes Each time you power-on the system, it performs a series of tests that check the operation of the system and some options. This series of tests is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. POST does the following operations.
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c. Memory modules d. Extended video memory e. External Cache f. External Cache RAM g. Hard disk drive h. Diskette drive 3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. If all devices and adapters have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board.
Rear view The following illustration shows the location of connectors on the rear of the computer. Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents may cause overheating. 1. S/P DIF port 2. VGA connector 3.
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1. Computer cover 6. Chassis 2. System fan 7. RTC battery 3. Heat-sink 8. Memory module 4. Wi-Fi card 9. Hard disk drive 5. Motherboard Chapter 7 Locations...
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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. 1.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo. General information Pre-disassembly instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1.
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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
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 4. Remove the rubber caps that protects the screws, then remove the 4 screws that secure the computer cover to the chassis. Step 5. Open the side door and remove the cover from this side gently. IdeaCentre Q190Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Step 6. Lift up the back of the hard disk drive and pull it out as shown. Step 7. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the hard disk drive bay. Step 8. Slide out the hard disk drive out of the bay to remove Step 9.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Your keyboard will be connected to a USB connector on one side or at the rear of the computer. Step 4. Disconnect the defective keyboard cable from the computer and connect the new keyboard cable to the same connector. Note: The mouse can be replaced using the same method.
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Power Cord 31-033857 longwell black1.0m 3wire ULCSA power cord Volex 1M C5 US power cord 31-033858 31-049517 Luxshare1.0M C5 US power cord Grandsun black1.0m3wire CCC power cord(R) 31-032953 31-045147 Luxshare 1.0M C5 CCC power cord longwell black 1.0m SAA power cord 31-035397 31-049500 Volex 1M C5 Australia power cord...
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Longwell black1.0m Korea C5 power cord® 31-039106 31-049498 Volex 1MC5 Korea power cord Longwell black1.0m SA C5 power cord® 31-039105 31-049501 Volex 1M C5 South Africa power cord Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...