This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo Erazer X510 desktop 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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– 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. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– 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.
• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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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To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
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5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from the keyboard. Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 character (a-z, and 0-9).
To set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See ”Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13.) 2. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press the Enter key.
Network Setup press the Enter key, then select Onboard Ethernet Support or LAN Boot Agent. 4. Select Disabled or Enabled and press the Enter key. 5. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu.
Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press the Esc key to return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press the Esc key several times. Do one of the following: •...
3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or component. If all devices and components have been removed and the problem continues, replace the system board. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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9. PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) 5. USB 3.0 connectors 10. PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Hardware components The following illustration shows the components that make up your computer. 1. Optical disk drive 5. Heat-sink and system fan 2. Hot-swappable hard disk 6. Memory module 3. Hard disk drive 7. Power supply 8. Motherboard 4. Graphics card Chapter 7 Locating connectors, controls and components...
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8. Thermal sensor header 19. PCI express X 1 adapter slots (2) 9. Power connector 20. PCI express X 16 adapter slots (2) 10. Front USB 3.0 connector 21. System fan header 11. eSATA connector Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace the power cord: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware 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.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 5. Locate the memory module connectors. Refer to “Locating components”. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 6. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown. Step 7. Position the new memory module over the memory connector. Make sure the notch on the memory module is correctly aligned with the connector key on the system board.
Connect the data and power cables to the new hard disk drive. Step 8. Reattach the computer cover. Removing the front bezel Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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To install the new optical drive: Line up the locking bracket with mounting holes, then reattach the locking bracket to the optical disk drive. Slide the new optical drive into the bay from the front until it snaps into position. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Connect the data and power cables to the new disk drive. Step 10. Reattach the front bezel and computer cover. Replacing the graphic card To replace the graphic card: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
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Step 10. To install the new graphic card: Install the new adapter into the same adapter connector and secure it to chassis with the screw. Close the adapter latch, reattach the metal bracket and secure the bracket with the screw. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 11. Reattach the computer cover. Replacing the heat-sink & fan assembly Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace the heat-sink and fan assembly: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
Attention: Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocessor. When handing the microprocessor, touch only the sides. Note: Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 7. Holding the sides of the microprocessor with your fingers, remove the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the new microprocessor. Step 8. Holding the sides of the microprocessor with your fingers, position the microprocessor so that the notches on the microprocessor are aligned with the tabs in the microprocessor socket.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 5. Remove the four screws that secure the Power supply to the chassis. Step 6. Slide then lift the Power supply out of chassis. Step 7. Install the new power supply: Line up the holes on the new power supply with mounting holes on the rear of the chassis and secure it to the chassis with the four screws.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 5. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 6. Use a screw driver to push the pin that lock top cover to the chassis , then slide the top cover toward the rear of the computer to remove the top cover. Step 7. Press the pins that lock the top USB-audio-card reader module , then press it down to remove Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 5. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”. Step 6. Use a screw driver to push the pin that lock top cover to the chassis , then slide the top cover toward the rear of the computer to remove the top cover. Step 7.
Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 5. Use a screw driver to push the pin that lock top cover to the chassis , then slide the top cover toward the rear of the computer to remove the top cover. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 6. Disconnect the power cable from the power board. Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
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Step 10. Install the new power board: Line up the new power board with the bracket, then secure the power board with the two pins. Connect the power board cable to the connector on the power board. Reattach the top cover. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 11. Reattach the computer cover. Replacing the motherboard Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace the motherboard: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
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Reattach the Wi-Fi card, CPU, heat-sink assembly, graphic card, memory module to the new motherboard. Connect the all cables to the new motherboard. Reattach the graphic card. Step 14. Reattach the computer cover. Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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LX(ASAP) 1.8M C13 UL power cord LW BLK1.8m ANE Power Cord® 31026350 31026140 VL BLK1.8m ANE Power Cord® LX(ASAP) 1.8M C13 ANZ power cord 31049524 31039730 LW 1.8m JAPAN Power Cord® Volex 1.8M C13 JPN power cord 31049514 Lenovo Erazer X510Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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