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  • Page 3 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 4 First Edition (September 2009) © Copyright Lenovo 2009. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installing or replacing a memory module . . 94 Online Books folder . 39 Installing or replacing a PCI card . . 96 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools . . 39 Replacing the battery . . 99 ThinkVantage Productivity Center . . 39 Replacing the power supply assembly .
  • Page 6 Trademarks . . 138 Index ....139 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. About This Manual

    All the information in this manual is ® intended only for trained Service Providers who are familiar with Lenovo computer products. Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the Chapter 2, “Safety information,” on page 3 and “Notices,”...

  • Page 8: Important Information About Replacing The Rohs Compliant Frus

    FRU part numbers. 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.

  • Page 9: Chapter 2. Safety Information

    After service, reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels, and ground wires. Replace any safety device that is worn or defective. v Reinstall all covers correctly before returning the machine to the customer. Electrical safety © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 10 CAUTION: Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables can be hazardous. To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunication systems, networks, and modems before you open the server/workstation covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures.

  • Page 11: Voltage-Selection Switch

    v Always look carefully for possible hazards in your work area. Examples of these hazards are moist floors, nongrounded power extension cables, power surges, and missing safety grounds. v Do not touch live electrical circuits with the reflective surface of a plastic dental mirror.

  • Page 12: Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices

    If any unsafe conditions are present, you must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you can continue without first correcting the problem. Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they present: v Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame can cause serious or fatal electrical shock).

  • Page 13: Grounding Requirements

    v Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap. v Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work surface. The mat is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices.
  • Page 14 v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product. v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage.
  • Page 15 CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. If your system has a module containing a lithium battery, replace it only with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 Chapter 2. Safety information...
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  • Page 19 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) Chapter 2. Safety information...
  • Page 20 PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. Para evitar risco de choque elétrico: v Não conecte nem desconecte nenhum cabo ou execute instalação, manutenção ou reconfiguração deste produto durante uma tempestade com raios. v Conecte todos os cabos de alimentação a tomadas elétricas corretamente instaladas e aterradas.
  • Page 21 CUIDADO: Ao substituir a bateria de lítio, utilize apenas uma bateria com Número de Peça 33F8354 ou um tipo de bateria equivalente recomendado pelo Se o seu sistema possui um módulo com uma bateria de lítio, substitua-o apenas por um módulo do mesmo tipo e do mesmo fabricante.
  • Page 22 CUIDADO: O botão de controle de alimentação do dispositivo e o botão para ligar/desligar da fonte de alimentação não desligam a corrente elétrica fornecida ao dispositivo. O dispositivo também pode ter mais de um cabo de alimentação. Para remover toda a corrente elétrica do dispositivo, assegure que todos os cabos de alimentação estejam desconectados da fonte de alimentação.
  • Page 23 Chapter 2. Safety information...
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  • Page 25 Chapter 2. Safety information...
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  • Page 27 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 : v Ne manipulez aucun câble et n’effectuez aucune opération d’installation, d’entretien ou de reconfiguration de ce produit au cours d’un orage. v Branchez tous les cordons d’alimentation sur un socle de prise de courant correctement câblé...
  • Page 28 ATTENTION: Remplacer la pile au lithium usagée par une pile de référence identique exclusivement, (référence 33F8354), ou suivre les instructions du fabricant qui en définit les équivalences. Si votre système est doté d’un module contenant une pile au lithium, vous devez le remplacer uniquement par un module identique, produit par le même fabricant.
  • Page 29 ≥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. Pour mettre l’unité...
  • Page 30 VORSICHT An Netz-, Telefon- und Datenleitungen können gefährliche Spannungen anliegen. Aus Sicherheitsgründen: v Bei Gewitter an diesem Gerät keine Kabel anschließen oder lösen. Ferner keine Installations-, Wartungs- oder Rekonfigurationsarbeiten durchführen. v Gerät nur an eine Schutzkontaktsteckdose mit ordnungsgemäß geerdetem Schutzkontakt anschließen. v Alle angeschlossenen Geräte ebenfalls an Schutzkontaktsteckdosen mit ordnungsgemäß...
  • Page 31 CAUTION: Eine verbrauchte Lithiumbatterie nur durch eine Batterie mit der Teilenummer 33F8354 oder eine gleichwertige, vom Hersteller empfohlene Batterie ersetzen. Enthält das System ein Modul mit einer Lithiumbatterie, dieses nur durch ein Modul desselben Typs und von demselben Hersteller ersetzen. Die Batterie enthält Lithium und kann bei unsachgemäßer Verwendung, Handhabung oder Entsorgung explodieren.
  • Page 32 ≥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. Die Einheit kann auch mit mehreren Netzkabeln ausgestattet sein.
  • Page 33 Chapter 2. Safety information...
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  • Page 35 Chapter 2. Safety information...
  • Page 36 PERICOLO La corrente elettrica proveniente dai cavi di alimentazione, del telefono e di comunicazione può essere pericolosa. Per evitare il rischio di scosse elettriche: v Non collegare o scollegare qualsiasi cavo oppure effettuare l’installazione, la manutenzione o la riconfigurazione del prodotto durante un temporale. v Collegare tutti i fili elettrici a una presa di alimentazione correttamente cablata e dotata di messa a terra.
  • Page 37 ATTENZIONE: Quando si sostituisce la batteria al litio, utilizzare solo il Numero parte 33F8354 o un tipo di batteria equivalente consigliato dal produttore. Se sul sistema è presente un modulo che contiene una batteria al litio, sostituirlo solo con un tipo di modulo dello stesso tipo della stessa casa di produzione.
  • Page 38 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) ATTENZIONE: Prestare attenzione nel sollevare l’apparecchiatura. ATTENZIONE: Il pulsante di controllo dell’alimentazione presente sull’unità e l’interruttore dell’alimentatore non disattivano l’alimentazione corrente fornita all’unità. E’ possibile che l’unità disponga di più cavi di alimentazione. Per disattivare l’alimentazione dall’unità, accertarsi che tutti i cavi di alimentazione siano scollegati dalla fonte di alimentazione.
  • Page 39 Chapter 2. Safety information...
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  • Page 41 PELIGRO La corriente eléctrica procedente de cables de alimentación, teléfonos y cables de comunicación puede ser peligrosa. Para evitar el riesgo de descarga eléctrica: v No conecte ni desconecte los cables ni realice ninguna tarea de instalación, mantenimiento o reconfiguración de este producto durante una tormenta eléctrica.
  • Page 42 PRECAUCIÓN: Cuando sustituya una batería de litio, utilice solamente una batería número de pieza 33F8354 u otra de tipo equivalente recomendada por el fabricante. Si su sistema dispone de un módulo que contiene una batería de litio, reemplácelo sólo con el mismo tipo de módulo, del mismo fabricante. La batería contiene litio y puede explotar si no se utiliza, manipula o desecha correctamente.
  • Page 43 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) PRECAUCIÓN: Adopte procedimientos seguros al levantar el equipo. PRECAUCIÓN: El botón de control de alimentación del dispositivo y el interruptor de alimentación de la fuente de alimentación no desconectan la corriente eléctrica suministrada al dispositivo.
  • Page 44 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 45: Chapter 3. General Information

    PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Reader program installation. 2. The publications are available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3.

  • Page 46: Lenovo Welcome

    Lenovo Welcome The Lenovo Welcome program introduces some innovative built-in features of Lenovo to you and guides you through some important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer. Note: The Lenovo Welcome program is only available on computers preinstalled with Windows 7 or Windows Vista from Lenovo.

  • Page 47: Specifications

    Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 175 mm (6.9 inches) Height: 412 mm (16.2 inches) Depth: 442 mm (17.4 inches) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 10.5 kg (23.1 lbs) Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Non-operating: -40°...
  • Page 48 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 49: Chapter 4. General Checkout

    If possible, have this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. v Machine type and model v Processor or hard disk upgrades v Failure symptom – Do diagnostics indicate a failure? © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 50 – What, when, where, single, or multiple systems? – 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? v Diagnostics version –...

  • Page 51: Chapter 5. Diagnostics

    2. 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. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program is only available on computers preinstalled with Windows 7 from Lenovo.

  • Page 52: Pc-Doctor For Rescue And Recovery

    To run the Lenovo System Toolbox program, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information about running the Lenovo System Toolbox program, refer to the Lenovo System Toolbox help system.

  • Page 53: Running The Diagnostic Program From A Diagnostic Disc

    Running the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc This section provides instructions on how to run the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc that you created. To run the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc that you created, do the following: 1.

  • Page 54: Navigating Through The Diagnostics Programs

    Navigating through the diagnostics programs Use the cursor movement keys to navigate within the menus. v The Enter key is used to select a menu item. v The Esc key is used to back up to the previous menu. v For online help select F1. Running tests There are four ways to run the diagnostic tests.

  • Page 55: Viewing The Test Log

    v ChkDigits: Contains a 2-digit check-digit value to ensure the following: – Diagnostics were run on the specified date. – Diagnostics were run on the specified computer. – The diagnostic error code is recorded correctly. v Text: Description of the error. Note: See “Diagnostic error codes”...
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  • Page 57: Chapter 6. Using The Setup Utility

    Power-On Password v Administrator Password You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, using passwords improves computing security. If you decide to set any passwords, read the following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2009...

  • Page 58: Password Considerations

    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: v Have at least eight characters in length and contain at least one alphabetic character and one numeric character...

  • Page 59: Enabling Or Disabling A Device

    Enabling or disabling a device This section provides instructions on how to enable or disable user access to a device. SATA Controller When this option is set to Disabled, all devices connected to the SATA connectors (such as hard disk drives or the optical drive) are disabled and will not be displayed in the system configuration.

  • Page 60: Selecting Or Changing The Startup Device Sequence

    2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. Select the desired startup device from the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to begin. Note: Selecting a startup device from the Startup Device Menu does not permanently change the startup sequence.

  • Page 61: Chapter 7. Symptom-To-Fru Index

    Power Cord v On/Off Switch connector v On/Off Switch Power Supply connector v System Board Power Supply connectors v Microprocessor(s) connection Check the power cord for continuity. Power Cord Check the power-on switch for continuity. Power-on Switch © Copyright Lenovo 2009...

  • Page 62: Diagnostic Error Codes

    Diagnostic error codes Refer to the following diagnostic error codes when using the diagnostic tests. See “Running tests” on page 48 for the specific type for information about the Diagnostic programs. In the following index, X can represent any number. Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 000-000-XXX...
  • Page 63 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 000-039-XXX 1. Flash the system. See “Updating BIOS DMI data error (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 2. System board 000-195-XXX Information only BIOS Test aborted by user Re-start the test, if necessary 000-196-XXX 1. Press F3 to review the log file BIOS test halt, error threshold exceeded 2.
  • Page 64 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 001-025-XXX 1. Flash the system. See “Updating System Checksum Value error (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 2. System board 001-026-XXX 1. Flash the system. See “Updating System FLASH data error (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 2.
  • Page 65 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 001-198-XXX 1. If a component is called out, make sure System test aborted it is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 51 2. Flash the system and retest. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 134 3.
  • Page 66 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 001-278-XXX 1. Device on IRQ11 System IRQ11 failure 2. System board 001-279-XXX 1. Device on IRQ12 System IRQ12 failure 2. System board 001-280-XXX 1. Device on IRQ13 System IRQ13 failure 2. System board 001-281-XXX 1. Hard disk drive cable System IRQ14 2.
  • Page 67 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 005-024-XXX 1. Video card, if installed Video Addressing test failure 2. System board 005-025-XXX 1. Video card, if installed Video Checksum Value error 2. System board 005-027-XXX 1. Run Setup Video Configuration/Setup error 2. Video drivers update 3.
  • Page 68 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 005-199-XXX 1. Go to “Undetermined problems” on page Video test failed, cause unknown 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 134 3. Replace component under function test 005-2XX-XXX 1.
  • Page 69 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 011-002-XXX System board 011-003-XXX Serial port Timeout/Parity error 011-013-XXX System board 011-014-XXX Serial port Control Signal/Loopback test failure 011-015-XXX 1. Wrap plug Serial port External Loopback failure 2. System board 011-027-XXX 1. Run Setup, enable port Serial port Configuration/Setup error 2.
  • Page 70 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 014-001-XXX 1. Remove external parallel device, if Parallel port Presence present 2. Run setup, enable port 3. System board 014-002-XXX System board 014-003-XXX Parallel port Timeout/Parity error 014-013-XXX System board 014-014-XXX Parallel port Control Signal/Loopback test failure 014-015-XXX 1.
  • Page 71 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 015-000-XXX No action USB (Universal Serial Bus) port Interface Test Passed 015-001-XXX 1. Remove USB device(s) and re-test USB port Presence 2. System board 015-002-XXX 1. Remove USB device(s) and re-test USB port Timeout 2. System board 015-015-XXX 1.
  • Page 72 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 015-198-XXX 1. If a component is called out, make sure USB port test aborted it is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 51 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc”...
  • Page 73 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 018-250-XXX 1. PCI card PCI Card Services error 2. Riser card, if installed 3. System board 020-000-XXX No action PCI Interface Test Passed 020-0XX-XXX 1. PCI card PCI Interface error 2. Riser card, if installed 3. System board 020-195-XXX Information only PCI Test aborted by user...
  • Page 74 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 025-027-XXX 1. IDE signal cable IDE interface Configuration/Setup error 2. Flash the system. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 134 3. Reseat IDE signal cable 4. IDE device 5. System board 025-02X-XXX 1. IDE signal cable 025-03X-XXX 2.
  • Page 75 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 030-027-XXX 1. SCSI signal cable SCSI interface Configuration/Setup error 2. Flash the system. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 134 3. SCSI device 4. SCSI adapter card, if installed 5. System board 030-03X-XXX 1.
  • Page 76 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 035-196-XXX 1. Press F3 to review the log file RAID interface test halt, error threshold 2. Re-start the test to reset the log file exceeded 035-197-XXX 1. Make sure the component that is called RAID interface test warning out is connected and/or enabled.
  • Page 77 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 071-197-XXX 1. Make sure the component that is called Audio port test warning out is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 51 2. Re-run test 3. Replace the component that is called out in warning statement 4.
  • Page 78 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 080-198-XXX 1. If a component is called out, make sure Game Port interface test aborted it is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 51 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc”...
  • Page 79 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 086-199-XXX 1. See “Undetermined problems” on page Mouse Port interface test failed, cause unknown 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 134 3. Replace component under function test 089-000-XXX No action Microprocessor Test Passed...
  • Page 80 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 170-197-XXX 1. Make sure the component that is called Voltage Sensor(s) test warning out is connected and/or enabled. See Chapter 6, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 51 2. Re-run test 3. Replace the component that is called out in warning statement 4.
  • Page 81 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 175-198-XXX 1. If a component is called out, make sure Thermal Sensor(s) test aborted it is connected and/or enabled 2. Flash the system and re-test. See “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc” on page 134 3. Go to “Undetermined problems” on page 175-199-XXX 1.
  • Page 82 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 215-XXX-XXX 1. CD-ROM Drive Cable CD-ROM Drive error 2. Check power supply voltages 3. CD-ROM drive 4. System board 217-000-XXX No action Hard Disk Drive Test Passed 217-25X-XXX 1. Hard Disk Drive Cable 217-26X-XXX 2. Check power supply voltages Hard Disk Drive (IDE) error 3.
  • Page 83 Diagnostic error code FRU/Action 415-XXX-XXX Remove the Modem and re-test the system Modem error Chapter 7. Symptom-to-FRU index...

  • Page 84: Beep Symptoms

    Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are tones or a series of tones separated by pauses (intervals without sound) during POST. The following tables describes beep symptoms. Beep symptom FRU/Action 2 short beeps Perform the following actions in order. CMOS setting error 1.

  • Page 85: Post Error Codes

    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. v Checks some basic system-board operations v Checks the memory operation v Starts the video operation...
  • Page 86 POST error message Description/Action Press TAB to show POST screen Pressing the TAB key permits the user to toggle between the default POST display screen and a custom POST display screen. Error: Non-System disk or disk error The BIOS was unable to find a suitable boot Replace and press any key when ready device.

  • Page 87: Miscellaneous Error Messages

    Miscellaneous error messages Message/Symptom FRU/Action Changing display colors Display/Monitor Computer will not power-off. See “Power 1. Power Switch supply problems” on page 55. 2. System Board 3. Riser card, if installed Computer will not RPL from server 1. Ensure that network is in startup sequence as first device or first device after diskette 2.

  • Page 88: Undetermined Problems

    Message/Symptom FRU/Action Non-system disk or disk error-type message 1. Diskette Drive with a known-good diagnostic diskette. 2. System Board 3. Diskette Drive Cable Other display symptoms not listed above 1. Display (including blank or illegible display) 2. System Board Power-on indicator or hard disk drive in-use 1.
  • Page 89 c. Memory modules d. Extended video memory e. External Cache f. External Cache RAM g. Hard disk drive h. Diskette drive 3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. If all devices and adapters have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board.
  • Page 90 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 91: Chapter 8. Replacing Frus (Machine Types: 5441, 5473, 5597, And 5894.)

    3 before replacing any FRU. These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely. FRU replacements are to be done only by trained service technicians. This chapter does not contain the install, remove or replace procedure for all FRUs. Only the major FRUs are documented.Td4facd11437564 © Copyright Lenovo 2009...

  • Page 92: Locating Connectors On The Front Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the locations of the connectors on the front of your computer. Figure 1. Front connector locations 1 USB connector 3 Microphone connector 2 Headphone connector 4 USB connector Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 93: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the locations of the 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. Note: Not all computer models have the following connectors.
  • Page 94 Connector Description Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. When you attach an external audio device, a cable is connected between the audio line-out connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the computer.

  • Page 95: Locating Components

    Locating components Figure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To remove the computer cover and gain access to the inside of the computer, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 90. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Heat sink and fan assembly 5 PCI card 2 Memory modules (2)

  • Page 96: Locating Parts On The System Board

    “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.
  • Page 97 CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover. To remove the computer cover, do the following: 1. Remove any media from the drives. Then, turn off all attached devices and the computer.

  • Page 98: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel

    “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 and reinstall the front bezel.
  • Page 99 Figure 6. Removing the front bezel Chapter 8. Replacing FRUs - Tamdhu...

  • Page 100: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module

    “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 install or replace a memory module.
  • Page 101 5. If you are replacing a memory module, open the retaining clips and remove the old memory module that is currently installed. If you are installing a memory module, go to step 6. Figure 8. Removing the memory module 6. Open the retaining clips of the memory slot in which you want to install the new memory module.

  • Page 102: Installing Or Replacing A Pci Card

    “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 install or replace a PCI card.
  • Page 103 3. At the rear of the computer, press the release button 1 to open the PCI card latch 2 . Figure 11. Opening the PCI card latch 4. If you are installing a PCI card, remove the appropriate PCI card slot cover. If you are replacing a PCI card, locate the appropriate PCI card slot on the system board and remove the old PCI card that is currently installed.
  • Page 104 b. If the PCI card is secured in place by a retaining latch 1 , press the retaining latch downwards to release the PCI card from the latch. Then, grasp the PCI card and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 12.

  • Page 105: Replacing The Battery

    “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 Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration).

  • Page 106: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly

    “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 power supply assembly.
  • Page 107 7. Install the four screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 8. Connect the new power supply assembly cables to the system board and all drives.

  • Page 108: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    “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 heat sink and fan assembly.
  • Page 109 5. Remove the four screws 1 that secure the heat sink and fan assembly. Note: Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage. The four screws cannot be removed from the heat sink and fan assembly. Figure 17.

  • Page 110: Replacing The Microprocessor

    “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.
  • Page 111 6. Lift the small handle 3 and open the retainer 1 to access the microprocessor 2 . Figure 18. Accessing the microprocessor 7. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Notes: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated.
  • Page 112 c. Touch only the sides of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. d. Do not drop anything onto the socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. Figure 19. Removing the microprocessor 8.

  • Page 113: Replacing The System Board

    “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.
  • Page 114 To install the microprocessor socket cover: a. Make sure the microprocessor has been removed from the microprocessor socket, and then close the microprocessor retainer and lock it into position with the small handle. b. Insert the tabs 1 of the socket cover into the hinged side of the socket, and then press the other side of the socket cover downward until the tabs 2 snap into position.

  • Page 115: Replacing The Primary Hard Disk Drive

    “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 primary hard disk drive.
  • Page 116 4. Press the blue release tab 1 down, slide the hard disk drive cage 2 to the rear of the computer, and pivot it outward. Then, slide the hard disk drive cage outward to completely remove it from the chassis. Figure 22.

  • Page 117: Installing Or Replacing The Secondary Hard Disk Drive

    “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 install or replace the secondary hard disk drive.
  • Page 118 To install or replace the secondary hard disk drive, do the following: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 90. 2. Locate the secondary hard disk drive. If you are installing a secondary hard disk drive, go to step 7. 3.
  • Page 119 7. To install a new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the blue bracket properly and align pin 1 , pin 2 , pin 3 , and pin 4 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive.

  • Page 120: Replacing The Optical Drive

    “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 optical drive.

  • Page 121: Connecting A Sata Drive

    5. Install the optical drive retainer 1 on the side of the new optical drive. Then, slide the new optical drive into the optical drive bay from the front until it snaps into position. Figure 29. Installing the optical drive 6.
  • Page 122 4. Locate one of the extra five-wire power connectors and connect it to the SATA drive. Figure 31. Connecting a SATA hard disk drive Figure 30. Connecting a SATA optical drive Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 123: Replacing The Front Audio And Usb Assembly

    “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 front audio and USB assembly.

  • Page 124: Completing The Parts Replacement

    What to do next: v To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement.” Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables.
  • Page 125 7. To update your configuration, refer to Chapter 6, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 51. 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.
  • Page 126 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 127: Chapter 9. Fru Lists

    Intel 65W Heatsink (models A1Q) 43N9708 System board, Intel G41 MATX QT (GA) (models A1Q) 71Y7134 Microprocessor, E7400 2.8GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W (models) 53Y6653 Microprocessor, E7500 2.93GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W 53Y6654 (models) © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 128 Item# 5441 FRUs FRU# Microprocessor, E7600 3.06GHZ 1066M 3M R0 VT 65W (models) 71Y3486 Microprocessor, E1500 2.2GHz 800MHz 512KB (EIST,EM64T,EDB) M0 65W 53Y9051 (models) Microprocessor, E3200 2.4GHZ /800 MHz/1MB R0 (models) 71Y6251 Microprocessor, 440 2.0GHz 800MHz FSB 512K 35W A-1 Stepping Level (models) 43C1965 Microprocessor, 450 2.2GHz 800MHz FSB 512K 35W A-1 Stepping Level (models) 46R9514...
  • Page 129 FRU,Top handle assembly (all models) 43N9667 FRU.Rear IO Shield, ATX, 946, FOF (all models) 45K6266 FRU.Front I_O cable_R(Tampa_U420_A530)_ESD_NUD (all models) 45J9592 5441 Keyboards (Lenovo Preferred Pro USB -- without hub) FRU# USB FULL--US English (models A1Q) 41A5289 5441 Mice FRU#...

  • Page 130: Machine Type 5473

    Machine Type 5473 Item# 5473 FRUs FRU# Intel 95W/65W Heatsink (all models) 43N9409 Intel 65W Heatsink (all models) 43N9708 System board, Intel G41 MATX QT (GA) (models A1Q) 71Y7134 Microprocessor, E7400 2.8GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W (models) 53Y6653 Microprocessor, E7500 2.93GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W 53Y6654 (models) Microprocessor, E7600 3.06GHZ 1066M 3M R0 VT 65W (models)
  • Page 131 FRU,Top handle assembly (all models) 43N9667 FRU.Rear IO Shield, ATX, 946, FOF (all models) 45K6266 FRU.Front I_O cable_R(Tampa_U420_A530)_ESD_NUD (all models) 45J9592 5473 Keyboards (Lenovo Preferred Pro USB -- without hub) FRU# USB FULL--US English (models A1Q) 41A5289 5473 Mice FRU#...
  • Page 132 5473 Power Cords FRU # Power cord -India Line Cord - US (models A1Q) 41R3341 Power cord -India Line Cord - US (models A1Q) 41R3175 5473 Windows XP Pro Recovery CDs FRU# XP Pro Recovery DVD US English (models) 71Y7924 5473 Vista Home Basic 32 Recovery DVDs FRU# English (models)

  • Page 133: Machine Type 5597

    Machine Type 5597 Item# 5597 FRUs FRU# Intel 95W/65W Heatsink (models A1Q) 43N9409 Intel 65W Heatsink (models A1Q) 43N9708 System board, Intel G41 MATX QT (GA) (models A1Q) 71Y7134 Microprocessor, E7400 2.8GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W (models) 53Y6653 Microprocessor, E7500 2.93GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W 53Y6654 (models) Microprocessor, E7600 3.06GHZ 1066M 3M R0 VT 65W (models)
  • Page 134 FRU,Top handle assembly (all models) 43N9667 FRU.Rear IO Shield, ATX, 946, FOF (all models) 45K6266 FRU.Front I_O cable_R(Tampa_U420_A530)_ESD_NUD (all models) 45J9592 5597 Keyboards (Lenovo Preferred Pro USB -- without hub) FRU# USB FULL--US English (models A1Q) 41A5289 5597 Mice FRU#...
  • Page 135 5597 Power Cords FRU # Power cord -India Line Cord - US (models A1Q) 41R3341 Power cord -India Line Cord - US (models A1Q) 41R3175 5597 Windows XP Pro Recovery CDs FRU# XP Pro Recovery DVD US English (models) 71Y7924 5597 Vista Home Basic 32 Recovery DVDs FRU# English (models)

  • Page 136: Machine Type 5894

    Machine Type 5894 Item# 5894 FRUs FRU# Intel 95W/65W Heatsink (all models) 43N9409 Intel 65W Heatsink (all models) 43N9708 System board, Intel G41 MATX QT (GA) (models A1Q A2Q A3Q A4Q) 71Y7134 Microprocessor, E7400 2.8GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W (models) 53Y6653 Microprocessor, E7500 2.93GHZ 1066M 3M R0 (ViiV,EIST,EM64T,EDB) 65W 53Y6654...
  • Page 137 FRU,Top handle assembly (all models) 43N9667 FRU.Rear IO Shield, ATX, 946, FOF (all models) 45K6266 FRU.Front I_O cable_R(Tampa_U420_A530)_ESD_NUD (all models) 45J9592 5894 Keyboards (Lenovo Preferred Pro USB -- without hub) FRU# USB FULL--US English (models A1Q A2Q A3Q A4Q) 41A5289 5894 Mice FRU#...
  • Page 138 5894 Power Cords FRU # Power cord -India Line Cord - US (models A1Q A2Q A3Q A4Q) 41R3341 Power cord -India Line Cord - US (models A1Q A2Q A3Q A4Q) 41R3175 5894 Windows XP Pro Recovery CDs FRU# XP Pro Recovery DVD US English (models) 71Y7924 5894 Vista Home Basic 32 Recovery DVDs FRU#...

  • Page 139: Chapter 10. Additional Service Information

    – Start the Setup Utility. – Select System Information on the Main setup screen. v Sources for obtaining the latest level BIOS available 1. Lenovo support web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 2. Lenovo Customer Support Center 3. Levels 1 and 2 Support To update (flash) the BIOS, see “Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc”...

  • Page 140: Updating (Flashing) Bios From A Disc

    Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure.

  • Page 141: Power Management

    3. Locate the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper on the system board. Refer to “Locating parts on the system board” on page 90. 4. Remove any cables that might prevent your access to the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper. 5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the maintenance position (pin 2 and pin 3).
  • Page 142 Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 143: Appendix. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

  • Page 144: Television Output Notice

    Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks or service marks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Lenovo Care...
  • Page 145 94 boot error, hard disk drive 55 PCI card 96 Boot-block Recovery 134 secondary hard disk drive 111 changing Lenovo System Toolbox 45 startup device sequence 54 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 45 components, internal 89 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 39 computer cover...
  • Page 146 updating (flashing) BIOS 134 USB connector 88 rear connectors 87 using recovering passwords 51 from a POST/BIOS update failure 134 Setup Utility 51 recovery Boot-block 134 removing computer cover 90 VGA monitor connector 88 removing, reinstalling viewing and changing settings 51 front bezel 92 voltage-selection switch 5 replacing...
  • Page 148 Part Number: 71Y7240 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 71Y7240...

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