Chapter 1. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for ThinkCentre® computer machine types listed on the front cover. This manual is intended only for trained Service Providers who are familiar with Lenovo® computer products. Note: Be sure to read and understand the Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3 before using the information in this manual.
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Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before the implementation date and expects its suppliers to be ready to support Lenovo's requirements and schedule in the EU. Products sold in 2005 will contain some RoHS compliant FRUs. The following statement pertains to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant parts.
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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. Do not use this type of mat to protect yourself from an electric shock.
Voltage-selection switch Some computers are equipped with a voltage-selection switch located near the power-cord connection point on the computer. If your computer has a voltage-selection switch, ensure that you set the switch to match the voltage available at your electrical outlet. Setting the voltage-selection switch incorrectly can cause permanent damage to the computer.
5. Check for any obvious alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any alterations. 6. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage. 7.
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• French • German • Hebrew • Italian • Korean • Spanish DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
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CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROM drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: • Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. •...
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≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) PERIGO ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. 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. •...
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• Não remova as tampas. A remoção das tampas de um produto a laser pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação de laser. Não existem peças que podem ser consertadas no interior do dispositivo. • A utilização de controles ou ajustes ou a execução de procedimentos diferentes dos especificados aqui pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à...
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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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Connexion Déconnexion 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 2. Commencez par brancher tous les cordons sur les 2. Débranchez les cordons d'alimentation des prises. unités. 3. Débranchez les câbles d'interface des connecteurs. 3. Branchez les câbles d'interface sur des connecteurs. 4.
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≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) ATTENTION: Soulevez la machine avec précaution. ATTENTION: L'interrupteur de contrôle d'alimentation de l'unité et l'interrupteur dubloc d'alimentation ne coupent pas le courant électrique alimentantl'unité. En outre, le système peut être équipé de plusieurs cordonsd'alimentation.
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• Die Verbindung zu den angeschlossenen Netzkabeln, Telekommunikationssystemen, Netzwerken und Modems ist vor dem Öffnen des Gehäuses zu unterbrechen, sofern in den Installations- und Konfigurationsprozeduren keine anders lautenden Anweisungen enthalten sind. • Zum Installieren, Transportieren und Öffnen der Abdeckungen des Computers oder der angeschlossenen Einheiten die Kabel gemäß...
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Laserstrahlung bei geöffneter Verkleidung. Nicht in den Strahl blicken. Keine Lupen oder Spiegel verwenden. Strahlungsbereich meiden. ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) ACHTUNG: Arbeitsschutzrichtlinien beim Anheben der Maschine beachten. ACHTUNG: Mit dem Netzschalter an der Einheit und am Netzteil wird die Stromversorgung für die Einheit nicht unterbrochen.
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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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• Se possibile, utilizzare solo una mano per collegare o scollegare i cavi di segnale. • Non accendere assolutamente apparecchiature in presenza di incendi, perdite d'acqua o danno strutturale. • Scollegare i cavi di alimentazione, i sistemi di telecomunicazione, le reti e il modem prima di aprire i coperchi del dispositivo, salvo istruzioni contrarie relative alle procedure di installazione e configurazione.
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PERICOLO Alcune unità laser contengono un diodo laser di Classe 3A o Classe 3B. Tener presente quanto segue: Aprendo l'unità vengono emesse radiazioni laser. Non fissare il fascio, non guardarlo direttamente con strumenti ottici ed evitare l'esposizione al fascio. ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) ATTENZIONE:...
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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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• 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. • Conecte y desconecte los cables, como se describe en la tabla siguiente, cuando instale, mueva o abra las cubiertas de este producto o de los dispositivos conectados.
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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 (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs)
This chapter provides general information that applies to all machine types supported by this manual. Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is only available on computers with the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo. The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program helps you work more easily and securely by providing easy access to various technologies, such as: •...
The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum system performance. See “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 35 for detailed information.
• Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Non-operating: -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F) (with package) Non-operating: -10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F) (without package) • Humidity: Operating: 20% to 80% (10% per hour, non condensing) Non-operating: 20% to 90% (10% per hour, non condensing) •...
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Non-operating: -50 to 35 000 ft (-15.2 to 10 668 m) Electrical input • Input voltage: – Low range: Minimum: 100 V ac Maximum: 127 V ac Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz Voltage-selection switch setting: 115 V ac –...
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– Is the failure repeatable? – Has this configuration ever worked? – If it has been working, what changes were made prior to it failing? – Is this the original reported failure? • Diagnostics version – Type and version level •...
4. If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the programs, save and print the log files created by the programs. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
1. Make sure your computer is turned off. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. Insert the diagnostic disc into the optical drive. 4.
• Failure Type: Represents the type of error encountered. • DeviceID: Contains the component's unit-ID that corresponds to a fixed disk drive, removable media drive, processor, specific RIMM, or a device on the PCI bus. • Date: Contains the date when the diagnostic test was run. The date is retrieved from CMOS and displayed using the YYYYMMDD format.
Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 16 (1 to 16) alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strong password, use the following guidelines: Note: The Setup Utility program passwords are not case sensitive.
SATA Controller When this option is set to Disabled, all devices connected to the SATA connectors (such as the hard disk drive and the optical drive) are disabled and will not be displayed in the system configuration. Serial Port1 Address Use this option to control the input and output of the serial port.
To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 39. 2. Select Startup ® Primary Boot Sequence. Read the information displayed on the right side of the screen.
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In the following index, X can represent any number. Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action No action 000-000-XXX BIOS Test Passed 000-002-XXX BIOS Timeout 1. Flash the system. See “Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc” on page 255. 2. System board 000-024-XXX BIOS Addressing test failure 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Make sure the component that is called out is 000-197-XXX BIOS test warning connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility” on page 39 2. Re-run test 3. Replace the component that is called out in warning statement 4.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Adapter card 001-038-XXX System Extension failure 2. System board 001-039-XXX System DMI data structure error 1. Flash the system. See “Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc” on page 255 2. System board 001-040-XXX System IRQ failure 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 001-273-XXX System IRQ6 (diskette drive) failure 1. Diskette Cable 2. Diskette drive 3. System board 001-274-XXX System IRQ7 failure 1. Device on IRQ7 2. System board 001-275-XXX System IRQ8 failure 1. Device on IRQ8 2. System board 001-276-XXX System IRQ9 failure 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Video Ram 005-016-XXX Video Simple Pattern test failure 2. Video card, if installed 3. System board 005-024-XXX Video Addressing test failure 1. Video card, if installed 2. System board 005-025-XXX Video Checksum Value error 1. Video card, if installed 2.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 005-2XX-XXX 005-3XX-XXX Video subsystem error 1. Video card, if installed 2. System board 006-000-XXX Diskette interface Test Passed No action 006-0XX-XXX Diskette interface error 1. Diskette drive Cable 2. Diskette drive 3. System board 006-195-XXX Diskette interface Test aborted by user Information only Re-start the test, if necessary 006-196-XXX Diskette interface test halt, error threshold 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 011-196-XXX Serial port test halt, error threshold 1. Press F3 to review the log file exceeded 2. Re-start the test to reset the log file 011-197-XXX Serial port test warning 1. Make sure the component that is called out is connected and/or enabled.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 014-197-XXX Parallel port test warning 1. Make sure the component that is called out is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility” on page 39 2. Re-run test 3. Replace the component that is called out in warning statement 4.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 015-196-XXX USB port test halt, error threshold exceeded 1. Press F3 to review the log file 2. Re-start the test to reset the log file 015-197-XXX USB port test warning 1. Make sure the component that is called out is connected and/or enabled.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 018-250-XXX PCI Card Services error 1. PCI card 2. Riser card, if installed 3. System board 020-000-XXX PCI Interface Test Passed No action 020-0XX-XXX PCI Interface error 1. PCI card 2. Riser card, if installed 3. System board 020-195-XXX PCI Test aborted by user Information only Re-start the test, if necessary 020-196-XXX PCI test halt, error threshold exceeded...
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. IDE signal cable 025-02X-XXX 025-03X-XXX 025-04X-XXX IDE Interface failure 2. Check power supply 3. Reseat IDE signal cable 4. IDE device 5. System board 025-195-XXX IDE interface Test aborted by user Information onlyRe-start the test, if necessary 025-196-XXX IDE interface test halt, error threshold 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 030-196-XXX SCSI interface test halt, error threshold 1. Press F3 to review the log file exceeded 2. Re-start the test to reset the log file 030-197-XXX SCSI interface test warning 1. If a component is called out, make sure it is connected and/or enabled.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 071-00X-XXX 071-01X-XXX 071-02X-XXXAudio port 1. Run Setup error 2. Flash the system. See “Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc” on page 255 3. System board 071-03X-XXX Audio port failure 1. Speakers 2. Microphone 3. Audio card, if installed 4.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Make sure the component that is called out is 080-197-XXX Game Port interface test warning connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility” on page 39 2. Re-run test 3. Replace the component that is called out in warning statement 4.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 086-199-XXX Mouse Port interface test failed, cause 1. See “Undetermined problems” on page 65 unknown 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc” on page 255 3. Replace component under function test 089-000-XXX Microprocessor Test Passed No action 089-XXX-XXX Microprocessor failure...
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 170-199-XXX Voltage Sensor(s) test failed, cause 1. See “Undetermined problems” on page 65 unknown 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc” on page 255 3. Replace component under function test 1.
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Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 1. Replace the memory module called out by the test 201-XXX-XXX System Memory error 2. System board No action 202-000-XXX System Cache Test Passed 202-XXX-XXX System Cache error 1. Cache, if removable 2. System board 3. Microprocessor 206-000-XXX Diskette Drive Test Passed No action 206-XXX-XXX Diskette Drive error...
Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action No action 305-000-XXX Monitor DDC Test Passed 305-250-XXX Monitor DDC self test failure 1. Run Setup to enable DDC 2. Cable 3. Monitor 4. Video card 5. System board 415-000-XXXModem Test Passed No action 415-XXX-XXX Modem error Remove the Modem and re-test the system Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are tones or a series of tones separated by pauses (intervals without sound) during POST.
POST error codes Each time you power-on the system, it performs a series of tests that check the operation of the system and some options. This series of tests is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. POST does the following operations.
POST Error Message Description/Action Pressing the TAB key permits the user to toggle between Press TAB to show POST screen the default POST display screen and a custom POST display screen. Error: Non-System disk or disk error Replace and press The BIOS was unable to find a suitable boot device.
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Message/Symptom FRU/Action "Insert a Diskette" icon appears with a known-good 1. System Board diagnostics diskette in the first 3.5-inch diskette drive. 2. Diskette Drive Cable 3. Network Adapter Intensity or color varies from left to right of characters 1. Display and color bars 2.
Undetermined problems If you encounter undetermined problems, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and the power. 2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. a. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Any adapter cards c.
Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer Rear connector and part locations shows the locations of the connectors and parts 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 4. System board part locations Microprocessor USB connector Battery Microprocessor fan connector Memory slots (2) Front audio connector 24-pin power connector PCI card slot Front panel connector PCI Express x1 card slots (2) SATA connectors (3) PCI Express x16 graphics card slot Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide System fan connector Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper...
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the front bezel. To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following: 1.
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Figure 7. Removing the front bezel 4. To reinstall the front bezel, align the other three plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position on the left side.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. Your computer has one standard PCI card slot, two PCI Express x1 card slots, and one PCI Express x16 graphics card slot.
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Figure 10. Removing the PCI card • If you are installing a PCI card, open the PCI card latch and remove the appropriate PCI card slot cover. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 69 to identify the types of PCI card slots. 5.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. Your computer has two memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 4 GB of system memory.
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• If you are replacing a memory module, open the retaining clips and remove the old memory module that is currently installed. Figure 12. Removing the memory module • If you are installing a memory module, open the retaining clips of the memory slot into which you want to install the memory module.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and configuration information for built-in features.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety and proper Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification.
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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. To replace the power supply assembly, do the following: 1.
8. Install the four screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 9. Connect the new power supply assembly cables to all drives and the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board”...
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CAUTION: The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover. To replace the heat sink and fan assembly, do the following: 1.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
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Figure 20. Accessing the microprocessor 8. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket, as shown in Removing the microprocessor. Notes: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. b. Note the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket. You can either look for the small triangle on one corner of the microprocessor or note the orientation of the notches on the microprocessor.
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Figure 21. Removing the microprocessor 9. Make sure that the small handle is in the raised position. 10. Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor. 11. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket, or align the small triangle on one corner of the microprocessor with the corresponding beveled corner of the microprocessor socket.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. To replace the optical drive, do the following: 1.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive. To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs (Machine Types: 0864, 7099, and 7846.)
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1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached 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 71. 3.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the card reader. Note: The card reader is available only in some models.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the front audio and USB assembly.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the system board. Chapter 8...
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CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer cover. To replace the system board: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
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12. Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board. See “Replacing the microprocessor” on page 83. 13. Install the new system board into the chassis by aligning the six mounting studs in the chassis with the corresponding holes in the new system board.
Figure 32. Installing the microprocessor socket cover Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables. To reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables to your computer, do the following: 1.
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Setup Utility program. See Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility” on page 39. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). Information about this will come with the new CRUs or will come a few days after you receive the new CRUs.
Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer Rear connector and part locations shows the locations of the connectors and parts 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 36. Component locations Heat sink and fan assembly (with a the front audio and USB assembly microprocessor underneath) Power supply assembly Hard disk drive Battery Memory modules (2) System board PCI Express x16 graphics card (available in some models) Optical drive Locating parts on the system board Figure 37 “System board part locations”...
Figure 37. System board part locations Microprocessor USB connector Battery Microprocessor fan connector Memory slots (2) Front audio connector 24-pin power connector PCI card slot Front panel connector PCI Express x1 card slots (2) SATA connectors (3) PCI Express x16 graphics card slot Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide System fan connector Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper...
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the front bezel. To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following: 1.
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Figure 40. Removing the front bezel 4. To reinstall the front bezel, align the other three plastic tabs on the bottom of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position. Figure 41.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to access the system board components and drives.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. Your computer has one standard PCI card slot, two PCI Express x1 card slots, and one PCI Express x16 graphics card slot.
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c. You might need to remove the front bezel and pivot the drive bay assembly upward to avoid interference with removing the PCI card. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 72 and “Accessing the system board components and drives” on page 104. Figure 44.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. Your computer has two memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 4 GB of system memory.
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6. Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might prevent your access to the memory slots. 7. Do one of the following: • If you are replacing a memory module, open the retaining clips and remove the old memory module that is currently installed.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and configuration information for built-in features.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink and fan assembly.
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2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 101. 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 102. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward, remove the four screws that secure the heat sink fan duct, and then lift the heat sink fan duct up to remove it from the chassis.
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Figure 52. Screws that secure the heat sink and fan assembly 7. Lift the heat sink and fan assembly off the system board. Notes: a. You might have to gently twist the heat sink and fan assembly to free it from the microprocessor. b.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot.
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5. Lift the small handle and open the retainer to access the microprocessor Figure 54. Accessing the microprocessor 6. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket, as shown in Removing the microprocessor. Notes: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. b.
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Figure 55. Removing the microprocessor 7. Make sure that the small handle is in the raised position. 8. Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor. 9. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket, or align the small triangle on one corner of the microprocessor with the corresponding beveled corner of the microprocessor socket.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety and proper Underwriters Laboratories (UL) certification.
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Figure 56. Removing the heat sink fan duct 5. Disconnect the power supply assembly cables from all drives and from the 24-pin power connector and 4-pin power connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 99. Note: You might also need to release the power supply assembly cables from some cable clips or ties that secure the cables to the chassis.
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8. Install the new power supply assembly into the chassis so that the screw holes in the new power supply assembly are aligned with the corresponding holes in the rear of the chassis. Then, install the three screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 58. Installing the power supply assembly 9. Connect the new power supply assembly cables to all drives and to the 24-pin power connector and 4-pin power connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 99. 10.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. To replace the optical drive, do the following: 1.
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Figure 60. Removing the two screws that secure the optical drive 7. Lower the drive bay assembly. See “Accessing the system board components and drives” on page 104. 8. Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer. Figure 61.
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Figure 62. Installing the optical drive 10. Hold the new optical drive and pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Align the screw holes in the new optical drive with the corresponding holes in the side of the drive bay assembly. Then, install the two screws to secure the new optical drive in place.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the system board.
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Figure 65. Removing the six screws that secure the system board 10. Lift the system board out of the chassis. 11. Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board. See “Replacing the microprocessor” on page 113. 12.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive. To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1.
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Figure 68. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. Hold the hard disk drive from one side of the drive bay assembly and remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive from the other side. Then, remove the hard disk drive from the drive bay assembly and disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the hard disk drive to completely remove it from the chassis.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the card reader. Chapter 9...
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Note: The card reader is available only in some models. To replace the card reader, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the front audio and USB assembly.
ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly. To replace the front fan assembly, do the following: 1.
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Figure 74. Removing the front fan assembly 9. Install the new front fan assembly by aligning the new rubber mounts that came with the new front fan assembly with the corresponding holes in the chassis, and then push the rubber mounts through the holes.
Figure 75. Installing the front fan assembly 10. Connect the new front fan assembly cable to the system fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 99. 11. Reinstall the hard disk drive. See “Replacing the hard disk drive” on page 87. 12.
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Figure 76. Cable routing (For a clear illustration of the cable routing, some components are not shown here.) 3. Lower the drive bay assembly. See “Accessing the system board components and drives” on page 104. 4. Reinstall the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 102. 5.
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Setup Utility program. See Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility” on page 39. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). Information about this will come with the new CRUs or will come a few days after you receive the new CRUs.
Windows 7 Home Premium 32 Recovery CD Windows 7 Home Premium 32 Recovery CD FRU # Japanese • MT 0864: 89Y8790 • MT 7099: • MT 7846: French • MT 0864: 89Y8786 • MT 7099: E6F H7G U4G • MT 7846: Korea •...
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Recovery CD Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Recovery CD FRU # Japanese • MT 0864: 89Y8835 • MT 7099: • MT 7846: French • MT 0864: 89Y8831 • MT 7099: • MT 7846: Korea • MT 0864: 89Y8836 •...
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with MS Office Starter 2010 Recovery CD FRU # C&L CORE WE (EN FR GR IT NL SP) • MT 0864: • MT 7099: • MT 7846: 03T1412 C&L Nordics (EN DK FI NO SV) •...
Windows 7 Home Basic 32 Office Starter 2010 Recovery CD FRU # Serbian-Latin • MT 0889: 03T1361 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: English for Russian • MT 0889: 03T1358 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: Brazilian Portuguese • MT 0889: 03T1356 •...
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Windows 7 Home Premium 32 Recovery CD FRU # Italian • MT 0889: 89Y8789 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: D1G K4G Q1G C&L CORE WE (EN FR GR IT NL SP) • MT 0889: 89Y8796 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: D1G K4G Q1G C&L Nordics (EN DK FI NO SV) •...
Windows 7 Home Premium 32 Office Starter 2010 Recovery CD FRU # German • MT 0889: 03T1368 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: D1G K4G Q1G Hebrew • MT 0889: 03T1369 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: D1G K4G Q1G Romanian •...
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Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Recovery CD FRU # Italian • MT 0889: 89Y8834 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: C&L CORE WE (EN FR GR IT NL SP) • MT 0889: 89Y8841 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: C&L Nordics (EN DK FI NO SV) •...
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with MS Office Starter 2010 Recovery CD Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with MS Office Starter 2010 Recovery CD FRU # French • MT 0889: 03T1403 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: Korea • MT 0889: 03T1407 •...
Windows 7 Home Premium 64 with MS Office Starter 2010 Recovery CD FRU # German • MT 0889: 03T1404 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: Hebrew • MT 0889: 03T1405 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: Romanian • MT 0889: 03T1408 •...
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Windows 7 Professional 64 Recovery CD FRU # C&L Hong Kong Chinese • MT 0889: Q4B Q5B 89Y8858 • MT 5023: • MT 7844: C&L CORE WE (EN FR GR IT NL SP) • MT 0889: F2G F3G F4G F5G G6G G8G H1G H3G 89Y8807 •...
“Using passwords” on page 39. Operating system password Note: This section applies only to computer models that have an operating system preinstalled from Lenovo. An operating system password is very similar to a power-on password and denies access to the computer by an unauthorized user when the password is activated.
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure.
7. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computer and monitor. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 94. 8. Turn on the computer and insert the POST and BIOS update (flash update) disc into the optical drive. The recovery session begins.
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computer cover 71, 101 removing, reinstalling front bezel 72, 102 replacing battery 78, 109 card reader 89, 127 front audio and USB assembly 90, 129 front fan assembly hard disk drive 87, 125 heat sink and fan assembly 81, 110 microprocessor 83, 113 optical drive...
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