Lenovo ThinkCentre 9349 Hardware Installation Manual
Hardware installation and replacement guide
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- Page 1 ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide Machine Types 6176, 6179, 7064, 7094, 9349, 9356, 9357, 9439, 9488, 9702, 9708, 9709, 9789, 9851, 9948...
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- Page 4 Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Replacing the battery . Replacing the power supply assembly Replacing the heat sink . © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Replacing the primary hard disk drive . Replacing the secondary hard disk drive Replacing an optical drive Replacing the diskette drive . - Page 6 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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Page 7: Figures
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the primary hard disk drive Installing the primary hard disk drive into bracket . © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Installing the primary hard disk drive and bracket . Removing secondary hard disk drive . - Page 8 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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Page 9: Chapter 1. Important Safety Information
If you no longer have a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, you can obtain one online from the Lenovo http://www.lenovo.com/support © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. ® Support Web site at:... - Page 10 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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Page 11: Chapter 2. Overview
Publications v Troubleshooting information v Parts information v Downloads and drivers v Links to other useful sources of information v Support phone list To access this information, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. -
Page 12: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
Handling static-sensitive devices Do not open the static-protective package containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to install the new part. Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and parts. -
Page 13: Locations
Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls, and components of the computer. Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer. -
Page 14: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer. Figure 2. -
Page 15: Ethernet Connector
Connector Description Standard mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector. Standard keyboard Used to attach a keyboard that uses a standard keyboard connector connector. Serial connector Used to attach an external modem, serial printer, or other devices that use a 9-pin serial connector. -
Page 16: Locating Components
Locating components To open the computer cover, see “Removing the cover” on page 12. Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations Microprocessor fan and heat sink Memory modules (2) Battery PCI Express x1 adapter connector PCI adapter card Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide... -
Page 17: Identifying Parts On The System Board
Identifying parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the location of parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations Microprocessor and heat sink Microprocessor fan connector Memory connector 1 Memory connector 2 Power connector Diskette drive connector IDE connector Power fan connector Serial ATA connectors (4) - Page 18 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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Page 19: Chapter 3. Installing Options And Replacing Hardware
5 to identify the required connector, and then use the instructions that are included with the option to help you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option. © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. -
Page 20: Removing The Cover
Removing the cover Important Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover. This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. -
Page 21: Removing The Computer Cover
6. Press the cover-release button on the side of the cover and slide the computer cover to the rear to remove. Figure 5. Removing the computer cover Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware... -
Page 22: Removing And Replacing The Front Bezel
Removing and replacing the front bezel This section provides instructions on how to remove and replace the front bezel. 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 12. 2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivoting the bezel outward. -
Page 23: Installing Internal Options
Installing internal options Important Read “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 4 before removing the computer cover. Installing a memory module Your computer has two connectors for installing double data rate 2 dual inline memory modules (DDR2 DIMMs) that provide up to a maximum of 4.0 GB of system memory. -
Page 24: Installing Pci Adapters
4. Position the new memory module over the memory connector. Make sure the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the connector key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close. Figure 8. -
Page 25: Opening The Adapter Latch
2. At the rear of the computer, press the release button 1 to open the adapter latch 2 and remove the slot cover. Figure 9. Opening the adapter latch Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware... - Page 26 3. Remove the adapter from its static-protective package. 4. Install the adapter into the appropriate connector on the system board. 5. Pivot the adapter latch to the closed position to secure the adapters. Figure 10. Closing the adapter latch What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
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Page 27: Installing Internal Drives
Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and to enable your computer to read other types of media. -
Page 28: Drive Bay Locations
Drive specifications Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives: v An optical drive in bay 1 (some models) v A 3.5-inch diskette disk drive in bay 3 (some models) v A 3.5-inch primary hard drive in bay 4 Any bay that does not have a drive installed has a static shield and bay panel installed. -
Page 29: Locating The Spare Retainer Bracket
* You can obtain a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch from a local computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center. Installing a drive in bay 1 or bay 2 To install a drive in bay 1 or bay 2: 1. -
Page 30: Installing A Retainer Bracket
6. For a 5.25-inch drive, install a retainer bracket on the side of the drive. Figure 13. Installing a retainer bracket 7. For a 3.5-inch drive, you must use a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch. You can obtain a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch from a local computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center. -
Page 31: Connecting A Parallel Ata Drive
3. Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the IDE connector on the system board. 4. Locate the extra four-wire power connector labelled P4 and connect it to the drive. Figure 15. Connecting a parallel ATA drive Connecting a serial ATA drive: A serial optical or hard disk drive can be connected to any available SATA connector. -
Page 32: Replacing The Battery
Replacing the battery Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). A battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer. The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however, no battery lasts forever. -
Page 33: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instruction on how to replace the power supply assembly. - Page 34 6. Install the four screws to secure the power supply. Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 7. Reconnect the power supply connectors to the system board. 8. Reconnect a power supply connector to each of the drives.
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Page 35: Replacing The Heat Sink
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink. -
Page 36: Replacing The Primary Hard Disk Drive
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the primary hard disk drive. - Page 37 3. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the hard disk drive. 4. Press the blue release tab 1 down, slide the hard drive cage 2 back, and pivot it outward. Figure 22. Removing the primary hard disk drive 5. Remove the hard drive cage from the chassis by simply sliding it outward. 6.
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Page 38: Installing The Primary Hard Disk Drive Into Bracket
8. To install the new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align the pins 1 through 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive. Figure 23. -
Page 39: Replacing The Secondary Hard Disk Drive
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware... -
Page 40: Removing Secondary Hard Disk Drive
This section provides instructions on how to replace the secondary hard disk drive. Important When you receive a new hard disk drive, you also receive a set of Product Recovery discs. The set of Product Recovery discs will enable you to restore the contents of the hard disk to the same state as when your computer was originally shipped from the factory. -
Page 41: Installing The Secondary Hard Disk Drive Into
8. To install the new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align the pins 1 through 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive. Figure 26. -
Page 42: Replacing An Optical Drive
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace an optical drive. -
Page 43: Replacing The Diskette Drive
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware... -
Page 44: Replacing A Memory Module
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide... -
Page 45: Removing The Memory Module
This section provides instructions on how to replace a memory module. Note: Your computer has support for two memory modules. 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 12. Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side. 2. -
Page 46: Replacing A Pci Adapter
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a PCI adapter. - Page 47 3. Remove the new adapter from its static-protective package. 4. Install the new adapter into the same adapter connector. Figure 35. Install a new PCI adapter 5. Ensure the adapter is fully seated into the adapter connector. 6. At the rear of the computer, pivot the adapter latch to the closed position to secure the adapter.
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Page 48: Replacing The Front Fan Assembly
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly. -
Page 49: Replacing The Rear Fan Assembly
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the rear fan assembly. -
Page 50: Removing The Rear Fan Assembly
4. The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear fan assembly by gently pulling it out of the chassis. Figure 38. Removing the rear fan assembly 5. 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. -
Page 51: Replacing The Keyboard
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a keyboard. -
Page 52: Replacing The Mouse
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a mouse. -
Page 53: Mouse Connectors, Standard And Usb
3. Locate the mouse connector. Note: Your mouse might be connected to a standard mouse connector 1 or a USB connector 2 . Depending on where your mouse is connected, see “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 6 or “Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer”... - Page 54 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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Page 55: Chapter 4. Completing The Parts Replacement
5. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 6. 6. To update your configuration, see ″Using the Setup Utility program″ in the User Guide. © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. -
Page 56: Obtaining Device Drivers
Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/support/ on the World Wide Web. -
Page 57: Chapter 5. Security Features
See Figure 43. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many laptop computers. You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/ and search on Kensington. -
Page 58: Padlock
Padlock Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop such that the cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Figure 44. Installing a padlock Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password. - Page 59 3. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3). 4. Replace the computer cover and connect the power cord. See Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 47. 5.
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Page 61: Appendix. Notices
Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. -
Page 62: Television Output Notice
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