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.
Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls, and components of the computer. Locating connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and connectors on the front 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.
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Connector Description USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB scanner or USB printer. If you have more than eight USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices.
Locating components To open the computer cover, see “Opening the cover” on page 12. Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations Optical drive (such as a CD or DVD drive) Power supply assembly Optical drive eject button Optical drive Hard disk drive...
Identifying parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the location of parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations Battery Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) IDE connector Optical drive connector PCI riser connector Front panel connector 12 V power connector Power connector System fan connector...
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Installing internal options Important Read “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 4 before opening the computer cover. Opening the cover Important Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer cover. To open the computer cover: 1.
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 power supply.
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2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the power supply. 3. Remove the PCI riser. See “Replacing a PCI adapter” on page 25. 4. Remove the three screws at the rear of the chassis securing the power supply. 5.
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8. Install the new power supply assembly into the chassis so that the screw holes in the power supply assembly align with those in the chassis. Note: Use only the screws that are provided by Lenovo. 9. Install and tighten the three screws at the rear of the chassis to secure 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 instructions on how to replace the heat sink.
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5. Remove the heat sink 1 from the system board by pivoting the lever 2 securing the heat sink until it is fully in the up position. Lift the heat sink off of the system board. 6. Place the new heat sink 1 into position and lower the lever 2 to secure 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 hard disk drive.
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4. Lift the hard disk drive and bracket up to remove it from the hard disk drive bay. 5. Remove the failing hard disk drive from the blue bracket by flexing the bracket enough to slide the drive out. Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware...
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.
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2. Push the optical drive eject button. 3. Pull the eject bar. Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware...
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4. Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer. 5. Slide the new optical drive into the bay until it locks into position. 6. Go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 35. ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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 memory module.
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4. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown. 5. Position the replacement memory module over the memory connector. Make sure that 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 memory connector until the retaining clips close.
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.
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 system fan.
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1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 12. 2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the system fan. 3. Locate the system fan. See “Locating components” on page 8. 4. Disconnect the system fan cable from the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board”...
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6. Remove the system fan 1 by sliding the tabs out of the side slots and lifting out. 7. Install the new system fan and connect the system fan cable to the system board. 8. Go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 35 ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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 bracket assembly.
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5. Lift the rear fan bracket assembly out of the slots 1 . 6. Install the new rear fan bracket assembly and connect the rear fan cable to the system board. 7. Go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 35. ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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 internal speaker.
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5. Push downward on the metal tab shown while lifting the speaker out from the computer. Note: You might need a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry the speaker from 6. Position the bottom of the new speaker into the metal tabs then pivot the top of the speaker downward until it snaps into position.
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.
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.
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7. To update your configuration, see ″Using the Setup Utility program″ in the User Guide. 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.
16. Turn on the computer to restart the operating system. 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. Installation instructions are provided in README files with the device-driver files. Chapter 4. Completing the parts replacement...
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See Figure 8. 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.
What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 35. Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about lost or forgotten passwords, go to the ThinkVantage To erase a forgotten password: 1.
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo...
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Part Number: 43C6657 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 43C6657...