• The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. Important: This manual is intended only for trained service technicians who are familiar with Lenovo products. Use this manual to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read all the information under Chapter 1 “Safety information”...
Electrical safety 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.
4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-Lenovo alterations. 7. 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.
2. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as fully effective. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product. • Avoid contact with other people. •...
Laser compliance statement (multilingual translations) The laser compliance statements in this section are provided in the following languages: • English • Arabic • Brazilian Portuguese • French • German • Hebrew • Japanese • Korean • Spanish • Traditional Chinese Chapter 1 Safety information...
To download software fixes, drivers, and BIOS, do as follows: 1. Go to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/. 2. Enter a serial number or select a product or use Lenovo smart downloading. 3. Select the BIOS/Driver/Applications. 4. Follow the directions on the screen and install the necessary software.
Note: RoHS and non-RoHS FRU part numbers with the same fit and function are identified by the unique FRU part numbers. Lenovo plans to transit to RoHS compliance before the implementation date and expects its suppliers to be ready to meet Lenovo’s requirements and schedule in the European Union. Products sold between 2005 and 2006 might contain some RoHS compliant FRUs.
• Diskette drive damage caused by pressure on the diskette drive cover, foreign material in the drive, or the insertion of a diskette with multiple labels • Damaged or bent diskette eject button • Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device •...
• If the problem persists, go to Chapter 5 “Lenovo V570, B570, and B570e” on page 37. Note: Noise from the ac power adapter does not always indicate a defect. Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that has less than 50% of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.
Lenovo computer includes a hidden partition when it is shipped. If you need to restore the system to the point of your first boot up, just enter Lenovo OneKey Rescue System and run Restore to factory default.
Supervisor password A supervisor password (SVP) protects the system information stored in the BIOS. The user must enter the SVP in order to get access to the BIOS and change the system configuration. Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be made available to the service technician, there is no service procedure to reset the password.
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If you have defined one of the following actions as the event that causes the system to go into hibernation mode, perform that action. • Closing the lid. • Pressing the power button. Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode automatically in either of the following conditions: •...
Chapter 5. Lenovo V570, B570, and B570e This chapter presents the following product-specific service references and parts information: • “Specifications” on page 37 • “Status indicators” on page 39 • “Fn key combinations” on page 40 Specifications This topic presents the physical specifications of the computer.
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Table 1. Specifications (continued) Feature Audio Video Ethernet (on the system board) PCI Express Mini Card slot WLAN Bluetooth wireless Keyboard Touch pad Fingerprint reader (V570/ B570) Integrated camera Battery ac power adapter Pre-installed operating system Hardware Maintenance Manual Description •...
Status indicators This chapter presents the system status indicators that show the status of the computer. For Lenovo V570 models: For Lenovo B570 and B570e models: Chapter 5 Lenovo V570, B570, and B570e...
Table 2. Status indicators Indicator Meaning Caps lock White: Caps Lock mode is enabled. You can enter all alphabetic characters (A-Z) in uppercase without pressing the Shift key. To enable or disable Caps Lock mode, press the caps lock key (CapsLk). Numeric lock White: The separate numeric keypad on the keyboard is enabled.
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Skip to the next track. Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Activate the system request. Activate the pause function. Activate the break function. Increase or decrease the display brightness level. Increase or decrease the sound volume. Chapter 5 Lenovo V570, B570, and B570e...
CRU; and (2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective part within thirty (30) days of your receipt of the replacement CRU. See your Lenovo Limited Warranty documentation for full details.
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• Torque driver If you have a torque driver, refer to the “Torque” column for each step. • Make sure that you use the correct screw. If you have a torque screwdriver, tighten all screws firmly to the torque shown in the table. Never use a screw that you removed. Use a new one. Make sure that all of the screws are tightened firmly.
CRU; and (2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective part within thirty (30) days of your receipt of the replacement CRU. See your Lenovo Limited Warranty documentation for full details.
1010 Battery pack Removal steps of battery pack DANGER Use only the battery specified in the parts list for your computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode. Unlock the battery latch . Holding the battery lock lever in the unlocked position pack in the direction shown by the arrow When installing: Install the battery pack in the slot.
1020 Dummy card For access, remove this FRU: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 Removal steps of dummy cards Remove the dummy card in the direction shown by the arrows 1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)/memory module/mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover For access, remove this FRU: •...
1040 Hard disk drive For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)/memory module/mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover” on page 47 Attention: • Do not drop the drive or apply any physical shock to it. The drive is sensitive to physical shock. Improper handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data.
1050 Optical drive For access, remove this FRU: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 Removal steps of optical drive Remove the screw , insert a screwdriver into the screw hole and push the optical drive in the direction shown by the arrow .
1060 Memory module For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)/memory module/mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover” on page 47 Removal steps of memory module Release the two latches on both edges of the socket at the same time in the direction shown by the arrows , and then unplug the DIMM in the direction shown by the arrow Note: If only one memory module is used on the computer you are servicing, the card must be installed in SLOT-0 (...
1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WAN For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)/memory module/mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover” on page 47 Removal steps of PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WAN Disconnect the two wireless LAN cables (black, white) In step , unplug the jacks by using the removal tool antenna RF connector (P/N: 08K7159) or pick the...
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Remove the card in the direction shown by the arrow When installing: • In models with a wireless LAN card that has two antenna connectors, plug the black cable (1st) (MAIN) into the jack labeled 1, and the white cable (2nd) (AUX) into jack labeled 2 on the card. •...
Lift the keyboard a little , and then detach the connector in the direction shown by the arrows When installing: Make sure that the FPC connector is attached firmly. 1090 Keyboard bezel For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack”...
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Remove the screw Step Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Detach five FPC connectors in the direction shown by the arrows the direction shown by arrow When installing: Make sure that all the FPC connectors, microphone connectors and LCD connector are attached firmly.
Remove the keyboard bezel in the direction shown by the arrow Remove the screw and then remove the power board Step Screw (quantity) M2 × 3.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) 1100 System board assembly Important notices for handling the system board: When handling the system board, bear the following in mind.
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For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1020 Dummy card” on page 47 • “1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)/memory module/mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover” on page 47 • “1040 Hard disk drive” on page 48 •...
Remove the system board in the direction shown by the arrow When installing: When attaching the system board to the base cover, adjust the placement of the wireless radio switch as shown in are attached to the holes on the base cover as shown in jacks might cause a damage.
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Removal steps of LCD unit Release the antenna cables from the cable guides in the direction shown by the arrows screws Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 × 6 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) When installing: • Route the antenna cables along the cable guides. As you route the cables, make sure that they are not subjected to any tension.
Remove the LCD unit in the direction shown by the arrows 1120 Fan assembly and heat sink assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1020 Dummy card” on page 47 • “1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)/memory module/mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover” on page 47 •...
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Removal steps of fan assembly and heat sink assembly Detach the fan connector in the direction shown by the arrow When installing: Make sure that the fan connector is attached firmly to the system board. Loosen the screws Chapter 7 Removing and replacing a FRU...
Lift the fan assembly and heat sink assembly in the direction shown by the arrow damage the connector. 1130 CPU For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1020 Dummy card” on page 47 •...
Removal steps of CPU Rotate the head of the screw in the direction shown by the arrow CPU in the direction shown by arrow When installing: Place the CPU on the CPU socket in the direction shown by arrow head of the screw in the direction shown by arrow 1140 Base cover, speakers, and bluetooth daughter card For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
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Removal steps of base cover, speakers and bluetooth daughter card Remove the screws , and then remove the speakers in the direction shown by the arrows Step Screw (quantity) M2 × 3.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Remove the bluetooth daughter card in the direction shown by the arrow Hardware Maintenance Manual Color Torque...
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Applying labels to the base cover The new base cover FRU is shipped with a kit containing labels of several kinds. When you replace the base cover, you need to apply the following label: The following labels need to be peeled off from the old base cover, and need to be put on the new base cover. Palmrest Label PRC/MTM Label Rating Label...
1150 LCD front bezel For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1020 Dummy card” on page 47 • “1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)/memory module/mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover” on page 47 •...
Remove the LCD front bezel in the direction shown by the arrows 1160 LCD panel, LCD cable, and hinges For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 46 • “1020 Dummy card” on page 47 •...
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Removal steps of LCD panel, LCD cable, and hinges Remove six screws . Unplug the integrated camera connector in the direction shown by the arrow the LCD panel in the direction shown by the arrows When installing: Make sure that the connector is attached firmly. Step Screw (quantity) M2.5 ×...
Note: The LCD cables are attached to the LCD panel by a metal connector. Peel off the adhesive tape and detach the connector in the direction shown by the arrow When installing: Make sure that the metal connector is attached firmly. 1170 Integrated camera For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
Removal steps of integrated camera Note: The integrated camera is stuck on the top center of the LCD cover. Remove the integrated camera from the LCD cover When installing: Stick the integrated camera to the top center of the LCD cover and ajust the placement of it to make sure the connector is attached firmly.
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Removal steps of antenna assembly and LCD cover Peel off the adhesive tapes securing the antenna boards, release the cables from the cable guide, and then remove the antenna assembly in the direction shown by the arrows When installing: Route the antenna cables along the cable guides and secure the antenna boards with adhesive tapes.
Right-side view Headphone jack Microphone jack USB connectors Bottom and left-side view Kensington slot ac power adapter jack Fan louvers VGA port HDMI port (Select models only) eSATA/USB combo port (Select models only) Hardware Maintenance Manual Optical drive RJ-45 port USB connector Battery latch (spring loaded) Battery pack...
CRU; and (2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective part within thirty (30) days of your receipt of the replacement CRU. See your Lenovo Limited Warranty documentation for full details.
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Table 4. Parts list—Overall No. FRU (Overall) LCD unit (see “LCD FRUs” on page 80.) Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 81.) LA57 TOP CASE GRAY W/TP&MIC (V570) LA57 TOP CASE DARK GRAY W/TP&MIC (V570) LB57 UPPER CASE ASSY W/TP&MIC (B570) LB57E Upper Case TEX-BLK W/TP.MIC (B570e) LA57 POWER BOARD LA57 TP BUTTON GRAY W/CABLE...
20 LA57 ODD BEZEL ASSY Tray in RAMBO 20 LA57 ODD BEZEL ASSY BLUE RAY COMBO 21 LA57 HDD DOOR ASSY LCD FRUs In Lenovo V570, B570, and B570e models, the type of LCD is 15.6-in. HD TFT. Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU no. 25011472...
Table 5. Parts list — 15.6-in. HD TFT No. FRU LA57 LCD BEZEL W/CAMERA HOLE (V570) LB57 LCD BEZEL W/CAMERA HOLE (B570) LB57E LCD Bezel Black W/Camera Hole (B570e) LA57 LCD SCREW HING MYLAR 15.6 HD LED Panel, B156XW02 V2 15.6 HD LED Panel, N156BGE-L21 15.6 HD LED Panel, LP156WH4-TLA1 15.6 HD LED Panel, LTN156AT16-L01...
Table 6. Parts list - Keyboard (continued) Language Greek Hebrew Hungarian Icelandic Italian Japanese Korean Latin Portuguese Russian Swiss Slovenian Spanish Thai Traditional Chinese Turkish U.K. English U.S. English U.S. English (International, with a Euro symbol) Miscellaneous parts Table 7. Parts list - Miscellaneous parts (a) LA57 FP BRACKET (V570 and B570) (b) LA57 HDD BRACKET ASSY (c) LA57 ODD BRACKET...
90 W, Chicony CPA-A090, 20 V, 4.5 A adapter (330PF) Power cords A Lenovo power cord for a specific country or region is usually available only in that country or region: Table 9. Parts list — 3-pin power cords (Linetek)
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Table 9. Parts list — 3-pin power cords (Linetek) (continued) Country or region Korea • LS15+H05VV-F+LP-E04A, 1 m Switzerland • LS15+H03VV-F+LP-37, 1 m Taiwan • LS15+VCTF+LP-53, 1 m U.K. • LP-61L+ H03VV-F+ LS15, 1 m • LP-30B + SPT-2 + LS15, 1 m Table 10.
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Table 10. Parts list — 3-pin power cords (Longwell) (continued) Country or region Switzerland • LP-37+H03VV-F+LS-18, 1 m Taiwan • LP-71+VCTF+LS-33, 1 m U.K. • LP-61L+H03VV-F+LS-18, 1 m • LP-30B+SPT-2 18AWG+LS-18, 1 m Table 11. Parts list — 3-pin power cords (Volex) Country or region Argentina •...
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Table 11. Parts list — 3-pin power cords (Volex) (continued) Country or region U.K. • LP-61L+H03VV-F+LS-18, 1 m • LP-30B+SPT-2 18AWG+LS-18, 1 m Table 12. Parts list — 3-pin power cords (others) Country or region • SSD YD-118-1+IEC53RVV+SSD-3-2B-1, 1 m Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU no.
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