Important: This manual is intended only for trained service technicians who are familiar with Lenovo computers. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing a Lenovo computer, be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1 .
Reading and understanding all the safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to your product. If you no longer have a copy of the Safety and Warranty ® Guide, you can obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals.
Attention: Do not attempt to lift any objects that weigh more than 16 kg (35 lb) or objects that you think are too heavy for you. • Do not perform any action that causes hazards to the customer, or that makes the equipment unsafe. •...
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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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• Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. • Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product. • When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. •...
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≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) 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.
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≥18 kg (37 lb) ≥32 kg (70.5 lb) ≥55 kg (121.2 lb) PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. Chapter 1 Read this first: Important safety information...
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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. • Conecte todos os cabos de alimentação a tomadas elétricas corretamente instaladas e aterradas. •...
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• A utilização de controles ou ajustes ou a execução de procedimentos diferentes dos especificados aqui pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação. PERIGO Alguns produtos a laser contêm diodo de laser integrado da Classe 3A ou da Classe 3B. Observe o seguinte: Radiação a laser quando aberto.
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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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ATTENTION: Si des produits à laser (tels que des unités de CD-ROM, de DVD-ROM, des unités à fibres optiques, ou des émetteurs) sont installés, prenez connaissance des informations suivantes : • Ne retirez pas le carter. En ouvrant l'unité de CD-ROM ou de DVD-ROM, vous vous exposez au rayonnement dangereux du laser.
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VORSICHT An Netz-, Telefon- und Datenleitungen können gefährliche Spannungen anliegen. Aus Sicherheitsgründen: • Bei Gewitter an diesem Gerät keine Kabel anschließen oder lösen. Ferner keine Installations-, Wartungs- oder Rekonfigurationsarbeiten durchführen. • Gerät nur an eine Schutzkontaktsteckdose mit ordnungsgemäß geerdetem Schutzkontakt anschließen.
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• über 100 C erhitzen. • reparieren oder zerlegen. Die örtlichen Bestimmungen für die Entsorgung von Sondermüll beachten. ACHTUNG: Bei der Installation von Lasergeräten (wie CD-ROM-Laufwerken, DVD- aufwerken, Einheiten mit Lichtwellenleitertechnik oder Sendern) Folgendes beachten: • Die Abdeckungen nicht entfernen. Durch Entfernen der Abdeckungen des Lasergeräts können gefährliche Laserstrahlungen freigesetzt werden.
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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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ATTENZIONE: Quando vengono installati prodotti laser (quali CD-ROM, unità DVD-ROM, unità a fibre ottiche o trasmittenti), tener presente quanto segue: • Non rimuovere gli sportelli. L'apertura di un'unità laser può determinare l'esposizione a radiazioni laser pericolose. All'interno dell'unità non vi sono parti su cui effettuare l'assistenza tecnica. •...
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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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• No encienda nunca un equipo cuando hay señales de fuego, agua o daños estructurales. • 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.
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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 ≥32 kg ≥55 kg...
• Headphone connector Used to connect a set of headphones to your computer. You can use the headphones to listen to the sounds from your computer without disturbing others. • Microphone connector Used to connect a microphone to your computer. You can use the microphone to record sounds or use speech-recognition software.
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Power cord connector Serial connector ® DisplayPort connector VGA connector USB 3.0 connectors USB 2.0 connectors Microphone connector Audio line-out connector Audio line-in connector PCI Express card area (different cards provide different connectors) Wi-Fi antenna slot Ethernet connector Security-lock slot •...
• Wi-Fi antenna slot Used to install the rear Wi-Fi antenna cable connector that is optional. The rear Wi-Fi antenna is installed on the rear Wi-Fi antenna cable connector. Computer components Note: Some of the following components are optional. Figure 3. Computer components Computer cover Power supply assembly Optical drive...
Heat sink and fan assembly Front bezel Power cord Major FRUs and CRUs The following illustration shows the locations of the major FRUs and Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) in the computer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 48. Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the following components might not be available.
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M.2 Wi-Fi card PCI Express card Rear Wi-Fi antenna System board Heat sink and fan assembly Front bezel Power cord For detailed FRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup ideacentre 510SHardware Maintenance Manual...
Parts on the system board Figure 5. Parts on the system board Note: For the parts that are displayed on the figure above but not introduced in the following table, see “Front view” on page 27 and “Rear view” on page 28. 4-pin power connector Microprocessor Microprocessor fan connector...
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. • Air temperature: Operating: From 10°C (50°F) to 35°C (95°F) Storage in original shipping package: From -40°C (-40°F) to 60°C (140°F) Storage without package: From -10°C (14°F) to 60°C (140°F) •...
• Screen position: Keep the screen at a comfortable viewing distance, usually 51-61 cm (20-24 inches). Then, adjust the screen so that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level and you can view it without twisting your body. •...
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• Do not get the power switches or other controls wet. Moisture can damage these parts and cause an electrical hazard. • Always disconnect a power cord by grasping the plug instead of the cord. Chapter 3 You and your computer...
Enabling or disabling the ErP LPS compliance mode Lenovo computers meet the eco-design requirements of the ErP Lot 3 regulation. For more information, go http://www.lenovo.com/ecodeclaration You can enable the ErP LPS compliance mode in the Setup Utility program to reduce the consumption of electricity when the computer is off or in sleep mode.
Using BIOS passwords By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to the computer and data. You do not have to set any passwords to use the computer. However, using passwords improves computer security. If you decide to set any passwords, read the following topics. Setup Utility program password types The following types of passwords are available: •...
3. Depending on the password type, select Set Power-On Password, Set Administrator Password, or Hard Disk Password and press Enter. 4. Follow the instructions on the right side of the screen to set, change, or delete a password. Note: A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters. For more information, see “Password considerations”...
To update the BIOS, do the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/drivers. 2. Download the flash BIOS update driver for the operating system version or the ISO image version (used to create a flash update disc). Then, download the installation instructions for the flash BIOS update driver you download.
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1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See Chapter 6 “Installing or replacing hardware” on page 47. 3.
POST error codes Each time you turn the computer on, it performs a series of tests to check that the system is operating correctly and that certain options are set. This series of tests is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. POST does the following: •...
• When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option. • 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.
required connector. Use the instructions shipped with the option to help you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option. Removing the computer cover Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information”...
4. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the top of the front bezel and pivoting the front bezel outward. Figure 7. Removing the front bezel 5. To reinstall the front bezel, align the three plastic tabs on the bottom of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis.
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5. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the optical drive, and then remove the screw that secures the optical drive. Figure 8. Removing the screw that secures the optical drive 6. Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer. Figure 9.
13. Reinstall the front bezel. See “Replacing the front bezel” on page 48. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 74. Replacing the storage drive Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information”...
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7. Remove the screw that secures the hard disk drive bracket. Then, remove the hard disk drive bracket out of the chassis. Figure 11. Removing the screw that secures the hard disk drive bracket 8. Remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive. Then, slide the hard disk drive out of the hard disk drive bracket.
What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 74. Replacing the card reader Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information”...
9. Remove the two screws that secure the card reader to the bracket, and then slide the card reader from the bracket. Note: Touch only the edges of the card reader. Do not touch the circuit board of it. Figure 14. Removing the card reader from the bracket 10.
6. Remove the card reader. See “Replacing the card reader” on page 53. 7. Locate the front audio and USB assembly. See “Computer components” on page 30. 8. Disconnect the front audio and USB assembly cables from the system board. See “Parts on the system board”...
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5. Remove the storage drive. See “Replacing the storage drive” on page 51. 6. Remove the card reader. See “Replacing the card reader” on page 53. 7. Remove the front audio and USB assembly. See “Replacing the front audio and USB assembly” on page 54.
13. Reinstall the front audio and USB assembly. See “Replacing the front audio and USB assembly” on page 54. 14. Reinstall the card reader. See “Replacing the card reader” on page 53. 15. Reinstall the storage drive. See “Replacing the storage drive” on page 51. 16.
13. Insert the connector and cable of the new thermal sensor into the lower hole in the chassis. Then align the two tabs on the plastic holder holding the thermal sensor with the two holes in the chassis, and push the plastic holder until it snaps into position. Figure 19.
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CAUTION: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.
12. Install and tighten the three screws to secure the power supply assembly. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 13. Reconnect the power supply assembly cables to the system board. See “Parts on the system board”...
1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 48. 3.
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The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool. To replace the heat sink and fan assembly, do the following: 1.
b. Partially tighten screw , then fully tighten screw , and then fully tighten screw 10. Connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 33. What to do next: •...
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7. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Notes: • Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. • Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. •...
10. Note the orientation of the new microprocessor. Hold the new microprocessor by its edges and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket. Then, carefully lower the new microprocessor straight down into the microprocessor socket. Note: The small triangle on one corner of the new microprocessor is the microprocessor orientation indicator.
5. Locate the memory module you want to replace. The memory modules are installed in the memory slots on the system board. See “Parts on the system board” on page 33. 6. Remove any parts that might prevent your access to the memory module. 7.
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To replace a PCI Express card, do the following: 1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 74. Replacing the Wi-Fi card Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1 . Notes: : •...
7. Insert the new Wi-Fi card into the M.2 Wi-Fi card slot. Ensure that the Wi-Fi card is inserted firmly. Then, pivot the Wi-Fi card as shown so that the screw notch on the Wi-Fi card aligns with the screw hole in the system board.
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1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 48. 3.
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8. Stick the front antenna to the front panel as shown. Then insert the front antenna cable through the hole in the front panel. Figure 38. Installing the front Wi-Fi antenna 9. Connect the front antenna cable to the Wi-Fi card module. What to do next: •...
What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 74. Replacing the system board Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 “Read this first: Important safety information”...
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16. Remove the six screws that secure the system board, and then carefully lift the system board out of the chassis. Note: Carefully handle the system board by its edges. Figure 40. Removing the six screws that secure the system board 17.
The failing system board must be returned with a microprocessor socket cover to protect the pins during shipping and handling. To install the microprocessor socket cover, do the following: 1. After you have removed the microprocessor from the failing system board, close the microprocessor retainer.
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6. Install the screws to secure the computer cover. 7. Place the computer in an upright position. 8. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Front view” on page 27 and “Rear view” on page 28. 9.
• Engineering Change management - There might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that apply to your hardware available.
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Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com ideacentre 510SHardware Maintenance Manual...
Chapter 8. FRU lists This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs) for ideacentre 510S desktop computer. FRU P/N CRU ID Description Cables 00XL126 Fru175mmSATA cable 2 latch 00XL127 Fru,SATA PWRcable(80mm+140mm) 00XL148 Fru, USB3.0 F_IO cable_U320A530 03T7203...