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Lenovo ThinkCentre M70a Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual (100 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 40.51 MB

Table of Contents
3
About this Manual
5
Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

7
Chapter 2. Important Service Information

33
Chapter 3. Product Overview

35
- Front
  35
- Rear
  36
Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index

37
- Service Checkout
  37
- Problem Determination Tips
  37
- Symptom-To-FRU Index
  38
- Hard Disk Drive Boot Error
  38
- Power Supply Problems
  39
- Beep Symptoms
  39
- POST Error Codes
  40
- Miscellaneous Error Conditions
  41
- Undetermined Problems
  43
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

45
- Basic Procedure for Resolving Computer Problems
  45
- Troubleshooting
  45
- Startup Problems
  46
- Audio Problems
  47
- Network Problems
  47
- Performance Problems
  50
- Storage Drive Problems
  51
- CD or DVD Problems
  51
- Serial Connector Problems
  52
- USB Device Problems
  52
- Software Problems
  53
- Diagnostics
  53
- Lenovo Diagnostic Tools
  53
- UEFI Diagnostic Program
  53
- The Vantage App
  54
- Recovery
  54
- Restore System Files and Settings to an Earlier Point
  54
- Restore Your Files from a Backup
  54
- Reset Your Computer
  54
- Use Advanced Options
  55
- Windows Automatic Recovery
  55
- Create and Use a Recovery USB Device
  55
- Update the Device Driver
  56
Chapter 6. Hardware Removal and Installation

57
- Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
  57
- Service Tool Kit
  57
- Major Frus and Crus
  58
- System Board
  62
- Removing and Installing Hardware
  63
- External Options
  63
- Computer Stand
  63
- Back Bump Cover
  66
- System Board Shield
  67
- VESA Mount Bracket
  68
- Hard Disk Drive and Cable
  69
- Second Hard Disk Drive and Cable
  71
- Heat Sink
  73
- Optical Drive and Optical Drive Bracket
  74
- System Fan
  76
- Memory Module
  77
- Wi-Fi Card
  78
- AC-In Bracket and Power Supply Assembly
  79
- M.2 Solid-State Drive
  81
- SD Card Reader Board
  82
- Serial Connector Module
  83
- Camera and Microphone Module
  84
- Microprocessor
  85
- System Board
  86
- Coin-Cell Battery
  88
- Left I/O Bracket and Right Bezel
  89
- Main Frame
  90
- Front Decorative Cover
  91
- Internal Speaker
  92
- Wi-Fi Antennas
  93
- Middle Frame
  94
- LCD Backlight Cable
  94
- LVDS Cable
  95
- Touch Cable
  96
Chapter 7. Notices and Trademarks

97

Lenovo ThinkCentre M70a Gen 3 User Manual (82 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 27.64 MB

Table of Contents
3
Discover Your Lenovo Computer
5
Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

7
- Front
  7
- Rear
  9
- Features and Specifications
  11
- USB Specifications
  12
Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

15
Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

19
Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

23
- Lock the Computer
  23
- UEFI BIOS Passwords
  23
- Computrace Agent Software Embedded in Firmware (for Selected Models)
  24
- Use BIOS Security Solutions
  24
- Wipe the Storage Drive Data
  24
- Erase All Storage Drive Data
  25
- Cover Presence Switch
  25
- Intel BIOS Guard
  26
- Smart USB Protection
  26
Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

27
Chapter 6. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

35
- Basic Procedure for Resolving Computer Problems
  35
- Troubleshooting
  35
- Startup Problems
  35
- Screen Problems
  36
- Audio Problems
  36
- Network Problems
  36
- Performance Problems
  38
- Storage Drive Problems
  38
- CD or DVD Problems
  39
- Serial Connector Problems
  40
- USB Device Problems
  40
- Software Problems
  40
- Lenovo Diagnostic Tools
  40
Chapter 7. CRU Replacement

43
- CRU List
  43
- Remove or Replace a CRU
  44
- Computer Stand
  44
- Rear Cover
  47
- Optical Drive
  48
- Optical Drive Holder
  50
- System Board Shield
  51
- VESA Mount Bracket Cover
  53
- VESA Mount Bracket
  56
- Hard Disk Drive and Bracket
  57
- M.2 Solid-State Drive
  61
- Memory Module
  65
Chapter 8. Help and Support

69
- Self-Help Resources
  69
- Call Lenovo
  70
- Before You Contact Lenovo
  70
- Lenovo Customer Support Center
  70
- Purchase Additional Services
  71
Appendix A. Accessibility and Ergonomic Information

73
Appendix B. Supplemental Information about the Ubuntu Operating System

75
Appendix C. Compliance Information

77
Appendix D. Notices and Trademarks

79

Lenovo ThinkCentre M70a Gen 3 User Manual (50 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Desktop | Size: 7.56 MB

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Lenovo ThinkCentre M70a Gen 3 Hardware Maintenance Manual (100 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

Chapter 3. Product Overview

Chapter 4. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Chapter 6. Hardware Removal and Installation

Chapter 7. Notices and Trademarks

Lenovo ThinkCentre M70a Gen 3 User Manual (82 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

Chapter 7. CRU Replacement

Chapter 8. Help and Support

Appendix A. Accessibility and Ergonomic Information

Appendix B. Supplemental Information about the Ubuntu Operating System

Appendix C. Compliance Information

Appendix D. Notices and Trademarks

Lenovo ThinkCentre M70a Gen 3 User Manual (50 pages)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Meet Your Computer

Chapter 2. Get Started with Your Computer

Chapter 3. Explore Your Computer

Chapter 4. Secure Your Computer and Information

Chapter 5. UEFI BIOS

Chapter 6. Diagnostics

Chapter 7. CRU Replacement

Chapter 8. Help and Support

Appendix A. Compliance Information

Appendix B. Notices and Trademarks

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