Replacing the front Wi-Fi antenna ..Replacing the rear Wi-Fi antenna ..Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . Replacing the heat-sink and fan assembly ..
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This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo ideacentre 300 series desktop computers listed on the cover. It is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Information.
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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.
• Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product. • 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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To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
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≥18 kg(37 lbs) ≥32 kg(70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg(121.2 lbs) 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. To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source.
1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key, and then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
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5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from the keyboard. Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password...
Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 character (a-z, and 0-9). To set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See ”Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13.) 2.
Agent. 4. Select Disabled or Enabled and then press the Enter key. 5. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Note: If you do not want to save the settings, select Discard changes and Exit from the menu.
Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press the Esc key to return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press the Esc key several times. Do one of the following: •...
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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: •...
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Rear view The following illustrations show the location of connectors and components on the rear of the 310 series computers. Table 3. ideacentre 510A-15ARR 1. Audio connectors 5. Ethernet connector 2. HDMI-out connector 6. Wi-Fi antenna 3. VGA-out connector 7. Expansion card slots 8.
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Hardware components The following illustration shows the components that make up your computer. 1. Power supply assembly 12. Thermal sensor 2. PCI express adapter card 13. Optical drive 3. Rear system fan 14. Storage drive 4. Motherboard 15. Front I/O assembly (including the card reader) 5.
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6. Memory module 17. Mouse 7. Power button board 18. Keyboard 8. Computer cover 19. Power cord 9. Chassis 20. SATA cable (for connecting the storage drive) 10. Front bezel 21. SATA cable (for connecting the optical drive) 11. Front Wi-Fi antenna Identifying parts on the motherboard The motherboard (sometimes called the planar or system board) is the main circuit board in your computer.
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7. M.2 Wi-Fi card slot 19. Microphone connector 8. SATA power connector 20. Memory slots (2) 9. SATA 3.0 connector 21. Microprocessor fan connector 10. SATA 3.0 connector 22. Microprocessor socket 11. M.2 storage drive connector 23. 4-pin power connector 12.
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11. SATA 3.0 connectors (2) 24. Microprocessor socket 12. SATA 3.0 connector 25. 4-pin power connector 13. Auxiliary fan connector ideacentre 510/510A Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Step 5. To reinstall the computer cover: Line up the computer cover with the chassis, and then slide it back. Secure the computer cover to the chassis with the screws. Replacing the power supply assemby Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace the power supply assembly: Step 1.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Step 6. To reattach the bezel: Align the 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. Step 7. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. Replacing an optical drive Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat.
Step 8. To install the new optical drive: Insert the new optical drive into the chassis until it locks into place. Connect the data and power cables to the new optical drive. Step 9. Reinstall all the removed parts. Replacing the M.2 storage drive Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat.
Step 7. To install the new M.2 storage drive: Insert the new M.2 storage drive into the M.2 slot. Secure the new M.2 storage drive to the motherboard with one screw. Step 8. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. Replacing the storage drive Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat.
Step 10. To install the new 3.5-inch storage drive: Slide the new 3.5-inch storage drive into the drive bay. Secure the new 3.5-inch storage drive to the drive bay with the four screws. Connect the power and data cables to the 3.5-inch storage drive. Pivoting the drive bay assembly downward.
Step 9. Remove the two screws that secure the card reader to the front I/O assembly. Step 10. Remove the card reader from the front I/O assembly. Step 11. Install the new card reader : Align the new card reader into position, and then secure it to the front I/O assembly with two screws.
Step 8. Press the card retaining latch as shown to disengage the latch. Grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot Step 9. To install the new PCI Express card: Insert the new PCI Express card into the appropriate PCI Express card slot on the motherboard.
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Step 10. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Ensure that the notch on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key in the memory slot. Press the memory module down until snaps into position. Step 11. To replace a UDIMM memory module, refer to the following instructions: Step 12.
Step 14. Pivot the drive bay assembly downward. Step 15. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. Replacing the Wi-Fi card Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace the Wi-Fi card: Step 1.
Step 11. Install the new Wi-Fi card: Line up the new Wi-Fi card, and then insert it into the same card slot. Connect the 2 antenna cables to the new Wi-Fi card. Secure the Wi-Fi card to the motherboard with one screw. Step 12.
Route the new Wi-Fi antenna cable through the corresponding hole, and then stick the new Wi-Fi antenna to the front panel. Connect the new Wi-Fi antenna cable to the Wi-Fi card. Step 9. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. Replacing the rear Wi-Fi antenna Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat.
Step 8. Lift the failing heat sink and fan assembly off the motherboard. Note: Do not touch the thermal grease while handling the heat sink and fan assembly. Step 9. To install the new heat-sink assembly: Position the new heat sink and fan assembly on the motherboard so that the four screws are aligned with the holes in the motherboard.
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Step 9. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Note: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated. b. Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. c.
Note: The small triangle on one corner of the new microprocessor is the microprocessor orientation indicator. The new microprocessor is in the correct orientation when this indicator points to the beveled corner of the microprocessor socket. Step 13. Close the microprocessor retainer and lock it into position with the small handle to secure the new microprocessor in the socket.
Step 9. To install the new system fan: On the inside of the front panel, push the four rubber mounts on the new system fan through the corresponding holes in the chassis. On the outside of the front panel, pull the tips of the rubber mounts until the system fan is secured in place.
On the inside of the rear panel, push the four rubber mounts on the new rear fan through the corresponding holes in the chassis. On the outside of the rear panel, pull the tips of the rubber mounts until the rear fan is secured in place.
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Step 16. Lift up the motherboard to remove it. Step 17. Install the new motherboard: Line up the holes on the new motherboard with mounting holes on the chassis and secure it with seven screws. Step 18. Reinstall all the removed parts, and then reconnect the cables. ideacentre 510/510A Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Chapter 9. FRU lists This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs) for Lenovo ideacentre 510 and 510A series computers. Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs. Notes: FRUs that have a 1 or 2 in the CRU column are Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs).
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Keyboard Mouse Cmos battery Front Fan Rear Fan RF Antenna FRU=RF cable*2 Antenna Cover Wi-Fi Card Wi-Fi Card Cover Optional USB ports Optional Card reader kit FRU list of ideacentre 510A–15ARR FRU P/N Description ANTENNA 00XJ134 Fru, 15L New Rear antenna 00XJ133 Fru, Lx 15L New Front antenna BDPLANAR...
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00XH961 USB Calliope KB SR HBW 00XH959 USB Calliope KB SR GRE 00XH965 USB Calliope KB SR JPN 00XH633 USB Calliope KB BK NORDIC 00XH968 USB Calliope KB SR LA SPA 00XH978 USB Calliope KB SR SWS 00XH976 USB Calliope KB SR SPA 00XH611 USB,Calliope,KB,BK,LA SPA 00XH973...
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00XH990 USB Calliope KB SR NORDIC 00XH587 USB Calliope KB BK ENG 00XH987 USB Calliope KB SR IND ENG 00XH981 USB Calliope KB SR TUR 00XH979 USB Calliope KB SR THAI 00XH588 USB Calliope KB BK ARA 00XH994 USB KB SLV_CZ-SL 00XH618 USB Calliope KB BK SLK 00XH619...
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00XH892 WL KM Calliope SR Nordic 00XH889 WL KM Calliope SR IND ENG 00XH875 WL KM Calliope SR RUS 00XH854 WL KM Calliope SR CZE 00XH864 WL KM Calliope SR HUN 00XH863 WL KM Calliope SR HBW 00XH861 WL KM Calliope SR GRE/UK 00XH873 WL KM Calliope SR POR 00XH851...
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PWR_SUPPLY 00PC746 100-240Vac,SFF 210W PSU 00PC745 100-240Vac,SFF 180W PSU 00PC750 100-240Vac,SFF 180W PSU MOUSE 00PH131 USB Calliope Mouse Black(Orange wh 00PH143 Chicony USB Fingerprint MC B_O OPT_DRIVE 45K0494 9.0mm DVD Rambo without bezel RUBBER 01EF846 Graphic Card Rubber 15L,AVC VIDEO_CARD 01AJ846 BLD GT730 1GB DDR5 64Bit 01AJ860...
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00XL192 Fru 400mm SATA power cable CARDREADER 01AJ839 7 in 1 Card reader DT_KYB 00XH949 USB Calliope KB SR BRL 00XH608 USB Calliope KB BK JPN 00XH610 USB Calliope KB BK KOR 00XH948 USB Calliope KB SR BEL ENG 00XH967 USB Calliope KB SR KOR 00XH961 USB Calliope KB SR HBW...
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00XH622 USB Calliope KB BK THAI 00XH624 USB Calliope KB BK TUR 00XH625 USB Calliope KB BK UKE 00XH630 USB Calliope KB BK IND ENG 00XH593 USB Calliope KB BK BUL 00XH594 USB Calliope KB BK TC/ENG 00XH595 USB Calliope KB BK CZE 00XH621 USB Calliope KB BK SWS 00XH992...
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00XH881 WL KM Calliope SR THAI 00XH867 WL KM Calliope SR JPN 00XH866 WL KM Calliope SR ITA 00XH860 WL KM Calliope SR GER 00XH869 WL KM Calliope SR KOR 00XH857 WL KM Calliope SR FRA 00XH996 2.4G SVG CZ_SL 00XH846 Primax RFBU71 2.4G SVG US 00XH894...
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01AX704 Wireless,CMB,IN,8265 NV M2 01AX710 Wireless,CMB,CBT,8821CE FRU list of ideacentre 510–15ICB FRU P/N Description ANTENNA 00XJ134 Fru, 15L New Rear antenna 00XJ133 Fru, Lx 15L New Front antenna BDPLANAR 01LM344 Intel CoffeLake B360 WIN DPK 01LM343 Intel CoffeLake B360 NO DPK CABLE 00XL279 Fru175mmSATA cable 1 latch...
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00XH975 USB Calliope KB SR SLK 00XH982 USB Calliope KB SR UKE 00XH604 USB Calliope KB BK HBW 00XH605 USB Calliope KB BK HUN 00XH635 USB Calliope KB BK CAN ENG/FRA 00XH607 USB Calliope KB BK ITA 00XH955 USB Calliope KB SR FRA 00XH951 USB Calliope KB SR TC/ENG 00XH626...
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00XH616 USB Calliope KB BK RUS 00XH964 USB Calliope KB SR ITA 00XH962 USB Calliope KB SR HUN 00XH983 USB Calliope KB SR EURO ENG 00XH945 USB Calliope KB SR ARA 00XH944 USB Calliope KB SR ENG 00XH984 USB Calliope KB SR SLV 01EF483 rear System fan for TW 01EF548...
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00XH851 WL KM Calliope SR NoBAT BRL 00XH870 WL KM Calliope SR LA SPA 00XH850 WL KM Calliope SR BEL ENG 00XH847 WL KM Calliope SR ARA 00PH144 USB Calliope Mouse SR-GY 00XH878 WL KM Calliope SR SPA 00XH877 WL KM Calliope SR SLK 00XH880 WL KM Calliope SR SWS 00XH885...
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