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Lenovo ThinkCentre Edge 62z Hardware Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 2117, and 2118...
  • Page 3 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 2117, and 2118...
  • Page 4 “Safety information” on page 3 and Appendix A “Notices” on page 107. First Edition (September 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2012. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    8 operating system ... Chapter 7. Symptom-to-FRU Index . . 59 Lenovo Support Web site ..Hard disk drive boot error ..
  • Page 6 Replacing the microprocessor ..BIOS levels ....Replacing the battery ... . Flash update procedures .

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. About This Manual

    Before servicing a Lenovo computer product, be sure to read “Important Safety Information” on page 1. Chapter 7 “Symptom-to-FRU Index” on page 59 and Chapter 10 “Additional Service Information” on page 103 are not specific to any machine type and are applicable to all ThinkCentre Edge computers.
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  • Page 9: Chapter 2. Safety Information

    Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 10 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 electrical shock.

  • Page 11: Safety Inspection Guide

    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. This guide addresses only those items. However, good judgment should be used to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of features or options not covered by this inspection guide.

  • Page 12: Grounding Requirements

    • 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. • 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 13 • Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product. • When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. •...
  • Page 14 ≥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.
  • Page 15 Chapter 2 Safety information...
  • Page 16 ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 17 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. • Conecte todos os cabos de alimentação a tomadas elétricas corretamente instaladas e aterradas. •...
  • Page 18 • A utilização de controles ou ajustes ou a execução de procedimentos diferentes dos especificados aqui pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação. PERIGO Alguns produtos a laser contêm diodo de laser integrado da Classe 3A ou da Classe 3B. Observe o seguinte: Radiação a laser quando aberto.
  • Page 19 Chapter 2 Safety information...
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  • Page 21 Chapter 2 Safety information...
  • Page 22 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.
  • Page 23 ATTENTION: Si des produits à laser (tels que des unités de CD-ROM, de DVD-ROM, des unités à fibres optiques, ou des émetteurs) sont installés, prenez connaissance des informations suivantes : • Ne retirez pas le carter. En ouvrant l'unité de CD-ROM ou de DVD-ROM, vous vous exposez au rayonnement dangereux du laser.
  • Page 24 VORSICHT An Netz-, Telefon- und Datenleitungen können gefährliche Spannungen anliegen. Aus Sicherheitsgründen: • Bei Gewitter an diesem Gerät keine Kabel anschließen oder lösen. Ferner keine Installations-, Wartungs- oder Rekonfigurationsarbeiten durchführen. • Gerät nur an eine Schutzkontaktsteckdose mit ordnungsgemäß geerdetem Schutzkontakt anschließen.
  • Page 25 • über 100 C erhitzen. • reparieren oder zerlegen. Die örtlichen Bestimmungen für die Entsorgung von Sondermüll beachten. ACHTUNG: Bei der Installation von Lasergeräten (wie CD-ROM-Laufwerken, DVD- aufwerken, Einheiten mit Lichtwellenleitertechnik oder Sendern) Folgendes beachten: • Die Abdeckungen nicht entfernen. Durch Entfernen der Abdeckungen des Lasergeräts können gefährliche Laserstrahlungen freigesetzt werden.
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  • Page 27 Chapter 2 Safety information...
  • Page 28 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. •...
  • Page 29 ATTENZIONE: Quando vengono installati prodotti laser (quali CD-ROM, unità DVD-ROM, unità a fibre ottiche o trasmittenti), tener presente quanto segue: • Non rimuovere gli sportelli. L'apertura di un'unità laser può determinare l'esposizione a radiazioni laser pericolose. All'interno dell'unità non vi sono parti su cui effettuare l'assistenza tecnica. •...
  • Page 30 ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 31 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. •...
  • Page 32 • No encienda nunca un equipo cuando hay señales de fuego, agua o daños estructurales. • 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.
  • Page 33 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 ≥32 kg ≥55 kg...
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  • Page 35: Chapter 3. General Information

    Maximum: 240 V ac Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz Lenovo programs Your computer comes with Lenovo programs to help you work more easily and securely. Depending on the Windows operating system preinstalled, the programs might vary. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 36: Accessing Lenovo Programs On The Windows 7 Operating System

    Note: If you do not find the program you need in Control Panel, open the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program navigation window and double-click the dimmed icon to install the program you need. Then, follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 37: Accessing Lenovo Programs On The Windows 8 Operating System

    If a desired program is not in the list, click the plus icon +. • Press the Windows key to go to the Start screen. Click a Lenovo program to launch it. If you cannot find the program you need, move the pointer to the bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms.
  • Page 38 • Product and parts details • User guides and manuals • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 39: Chapter 4. General Checkout

    Service Support and Engineering functions. • Machine type and model • Processor or hard disk drive upgrades • Failure symptom – Do diagnostics indicate a failure? – What, when, where, single, or multiple systems? – Is the failure repeatable? © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 40 – 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 • Hardware configuration – Print (print screen) configuration currently in use –...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics

    Note: If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. For a list of service and support telephone numbers, refer to the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that comes with your computer or go to the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. Symptom...

  • Page 42: Accessing Control Panel On The Windows 8 Operating System

    Symptom Action The wireless keyboard or mouse Verify that: does not work. • The computer is turned on. • The battery or batteries installed in the wireless keyboard or mouse are in good condition. • The wireless configurations are all set correctly. You might need to refer to the documentation that come with the wireless keyboard or mouse, or refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for wireless related instructions.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    • If the diagnostic program detects a hardware failure, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center. See “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31 for more information. • If you are unable to run the diagnostic program, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center. See “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31 for more information.

  • Page 44: Audio Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Diagnostics” on page 52 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. An audio disc or AutoPlay-enabled disc does not automatically play when it is...

  • Page 45: Cd Problems

    • If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Diagnostics” on page 52 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. CD problems Select your symptom from the following list: •...

  • Page 46: Dvd Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Diagnostics” on page 52 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. DVD problems Select your symptom from the following list: •...

  • Page 47: Intermittent Problems

    • Use the DVD menu for the video to select a different audio track. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Diagnostics” on page 52 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. Playback is very slow or choppy Symptom: Playback is very slow or choppy.
  • Page 48 4. Double-click USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard. The USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard Customization program starts. If these actions do not correct the problem, have the computer and keyboard serviced. See “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31 for details. The mouse or pointing device does not work Symptom: The mouse or pointing device does not work.

  • Page 49: Monitor Problems

    Wrong characters appear on the screen Symptom: Wrong characters appear on the screen. Action: Have the computer serviced. For details, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. The monitor works when you turn on the computer, but goes blank after some period...
  • Page 50 ➙ Advanced Settings. Then click the Monitor tab and select a new refresh rate. • See your operating system documentation or help for further information on monitor settings. If these actions do not correct the problem, your monitor might need service. See “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31 for details.

  • Page 51: Networking Problems

    2. Adjust the placement of the monitor and other devices so that they are at least 305 mm (12 inches) apart. 3. Turn on the monitor. If these actions do not correct the problem, your monitor might need service. See “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31 for details.
  • Page 52 On the Windows 8 operating system, do the following: 1. Open Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Device Manager. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. 4. If an exclamation mark is displayed next to an adapter name under Network adapters, you might not be using the correct driver or the driver is not enabled.

  • Page 53: A Wireless Lan Problem

    A wireless WAN problem Message: Unauthorized WAN card is plugged in - Power off and remove the WAN card. Action: Seek technical assistance for help to remove the unauthorized WAN card. See “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31 for more information.

  • Page 54: Option Problems

    Bluetooth, a PIM item sent from the Windows 7 operating system system might be saved as a file with the extension contact. Option problems Use this information to diagnose problems with Lenovo hardware options that do not have their own troubleshooting information. Select your symptom from the following list: •...
  • Page 55 Make a selection from the above list to find out more about the corrective actions you can take. Insufficient free hard disk drive space Symptom: Insufficient free hard disk drive space The Windows operating system will slow down and might produce errors if the hard disk drive gets too full. To check the amount of free space on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1.

  • Page 56: Printer Problems

    55. If the problem persists, run the tests described in the documentation that comes with your printer. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. See “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. Serial port problems Serial port is available with some certain computer models.

  • Page 57: Software Problems

    • Make sure that the serial-port adapter, if you added one, is properly installed and firmly seated. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Diagnostics” on page 52 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. Software problems Select your symptom from the following list: •...

  • Page 58: Usb Problems

    If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs to test the USB connector (see “Diagnostics” on page 52 for instructions). If the USB device came with its own diagnostics, run those diagnostics against the USB device. If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31.
  • Page 59 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.
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  • Page 61: Copyright Lenovo 2012

    A password can be any combination of up to 64 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: © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 62: Power-On Password

    • Have at least eight characters in length • Contain at least one alphabetic character and one numeric character • Setup Utility program is not case sensitive • Not be your name or your user name • Not be a common word or a common name •...

  • Page 63: Selecting A Startup Device

    • Select ATA Drive Setup to enable or disable a SATA device. 4. Select the desired settings and press Enter. 5. Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program. See “Exiting the Setup Utility program” on page 58. Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up from a device such as the disc or hard disk drive as expected, do one of the following to select the startup device you want.

  • Page 64: Exiting The Setup Utility Program

    Exiting the Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press Esc several times. Do one of the following: • If you want to save the new settings, press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program. •...

  • Page 65: Chapter 7. Symptom-To-Fru Index

    • Microprocessor(s) connection Check the power cord for continuity. Power cord Check the power-on switch for continuity. Power-on switch Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are tones or a series of tones separated by pauses (intervals without sound) during POST. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 66: Post Error Codes

    The following table describes the beep symptoms. Beep Symptom FRU/Action 2 short beeps CMOS setting error Common error code, see the detail failure information in “POST error codes” on page 60. 3 short and 1 long beeps DRAM memory error Perform the following actions in order.

  • Page 67: Miscellaneous Error Conditions

    Error code POST Error Message Description/Action 1820 More than one external fingerprint If more than one external fingerprint reader are attached. Power off and reader are connected to a computer, remove all but the reader that you set this error message will be displayed up within your main operating system.
  • Page 68 Message/Symptom FRU/Action 1. Run the Memory tests. Incorrect memory size during POST 2. Memory Module 3. System Board "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.

  • Page 69: Undetermined Problems

    Message/Symptom FRU/Action Serial or parallel port device failure (adapter port) 1. External Device Self-Test OK? 2. External Device 3. Cable 4. Alternate Adapter 5. System Board 1. Keyboard Some or all keys on the keyboard do not work 2. Keyboard Cable 3.
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  • Page 71: Chapter 8. Locations

    Figure 1 “Front connector, control, and indicator locations” on page 65 shows the locations of the connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer. Figure 1. Front connector, control, and indicator locations Integrated microphone Integrated camera Integrated camera indicator Power switch © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 72: Locating Connectors, Controls, And Indicators On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the rear of your computer Figure 2 “Rear connector locations” on page 66 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.

  • Page 73: Locating Major Frus And Crus

    Locating major FRUs and CRUs Figure 3 “Locating major FRUs and CRUs” on page 68 shows the locations of the major FRUs and CRUs in the computer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 75. Chapter 8 Locations...
  • Page 74 Figure 3. Locating major FRUs and CRUs ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 75: Looking Up Fru Information

    Inverter Microprocessor fan Optical drive Heat sink assembly VESA mount bracket External power adaptor Keyboard Mouse Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup Chapter 8 Locations...

  • Page 76: Locating Parts On The System Board

    Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 “Locations of the parts and connectors on the system board” on page 70 shows the locations of the parts and connectors on the system board. Figure 4. Locations of the parts and connectors on the system board Integrated camera cable connector SATA connector/Hard disk drive power connector Wi-Fi connector...

  • Page 77: Chapter 9. Replacing Frus

    5. Remove the screw that secures the system stand hinge cover, and then lift the system stand hinge cover up and remove it from the computer. © Copyright Lenovo 2012...

  • Page 78: Removing And Reinstalling The System Stand

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the system stand.
  • Page 79 To remove and reinstall the system stand, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the system stand hinge cover. See “Removing and reinstalling the system stand hinge cover” on page 71. 3.
  • Page 80 5. Reinstall the system stand hinge cover. See “Removing and reinstalling the system stand hinge cover” on page 71. ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 81: Removing The Computer Cover

    Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup 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.

  • Page 82: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 83 This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive. To replace the hard disk drive, 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.

  • Page 84: Replacing The Optical Drive

    Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support ThinkCentre Edge Hardware Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 85 This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. Note: The optical drive is available only in some models. To replace the optical drive, 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.

  • Page 86: Removing And Reinstalling The System Board Shield

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the system board shield.

  • Page 87: Replacing The Microprocessor Fan

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor fan. Chapter 9...

  • Page 88: Replacing The Heat Sink Assembly

    To replace the microprocessor fan, 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.
  • Page 89 Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink assembly. 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.

  • Page 90: Replacing The Microprocessor

    Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot.
  • Page 91 Figure 21. Opening the retainer to access the microprocessor 9. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket. 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.
  • Page 92 Figure 23. Removing the microprocessor 10. Make sure that the small handle is in the raised position and the microprocessor retainer is fully open. 11. Hold the new microprocessor and align the notches on it with the alignment keys in the microprocessor socket, or align the small triangle on one corner of the new microprocessor with the corresponding beveled corner of the microprocessor socket.

  • Page 93: Replacing The Battery

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the battery. 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 94: Replacing The Inverter

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the inverter. To replace the inverter, do the following: 1.

  • Page 95: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. Your computer has one memory slot for installing or replacing DDR3 SODIMM (small outline dual inline memory module).
  • Page 96 5. Locate the memory slots on the system board. See “Locating major FRUs and CRUs” on page 67. 6. Remove the system board shield to get access to the battery. See “Removing and reinstalling the system board shield” on page 80. 7.

  • Page 97: Replacing The Internal Speakers

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the internal speakers. To replace the internal speakers, do the following: 1.

  • Page 98: Replacing The Integrated Camera

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the integrated camera. Note: The integrated camera is available only in some models.

  • Page 99: Replacing The System Board

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the system board. To replace the system board, do the following: 1.
  • Page 100 Figure 32. Removing the six screws that secure the system board to the main bracket 13. Place the new system board into the chassis and align the screw holes with those in the chassis. 14. Reinstall the six screws that secure the system board to the main bracket. 15.

  • Page 101: Replacing The Lcd Panel

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the LCD panel. To replace the LCD panel, do the following: 1.
  • Page 102 9. Disconnect the LCD panel cable from the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 70. Figure 34. Disconnect the LCD panel cable from the system board 10. Remove all the 10 screws that secure the computer main bracket to the front bezel. Figure 35.
  • Page 103 14. Remove the four screws that secure the chassis to the LCD panel, and then lift the chassis out of the computer to get assess to the LCD panel. Figure 36. Removing the four screws that secure the LCD panel 15.

  • Page 104: Replacing The Wi-Fi Card

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the Wi-Fi card. Note: The Wi-Fi card is available only in some models.
  • Page 105 Figure 39. Removing the screw that secures the Wi-Fi card 8. Pivot the Wi-Fi card upward and lift the Wi-Fi card out of the mini PCI Express slot. Figure 40. Removing the Wi-Fi card 9. Insert the notched end of the new Wi-Fi card into the mini PCI Express slot. Press the new Wi-Fi card firmly, and then pivot the Wi-Fi card to align the screw hole in the new Wi-Fi card with that in the computer main bracket.

  • Page 106: Replacing The Usb Keyboard Or Mouse

    Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the USB keyboard or mouse.
  • Page 107 Setup Utility program. Refer to Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 55. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU). Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
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  • Page 109: Chapter 10. Additional Service Information

    – Start the Setup Utility. – Select Standard CMOS Features. • 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 “Flash update procedures” on page 103.

  • Page 110: Updating (Flashing) The Bios From A Disc

    Note: You can download a self-starting bootable disc image (known as an ISO image) with the system program updates to create a system-program-update disc. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. To update (flash) the BIOS from a disc on the Windows 8 (64-bit) operating system, do the following: 1.

  • Page 111: Updating (Flashing) The Bios From Your Operating System

    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. To update (flash) the BIOS from your operating system, do the following: 1.

  • Page 112: Power Management

    Power management Power management reduces the power consumption of certain components of the computer such as the system power supply, processor, hard disk drives, and some monitors. Automatic configuration and power interface (ACPI) BIOS Being an ACPI BIOS system, the operating system is allowed to control the power management features of the computer and the setting for Advanced Power Management (APM) BIOS mode is ignored.

  • Page 113: Appendix A. Notices

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 114: Television Output Notice

    Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. European conformance CE mark Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo Rescue and Recovery ThinkVantage Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

  • Page 115: Index

    Power-On Password FRU locations setting, changing, deleting FRU part numbers 1, 65, 69 passwords, using FRUs, replacing physical specifications Power-On, Password hard disk drive, replacing heat sink assembly, replacing rear connectors © Copyright Lenovo 2012...
  • Page 116 recovering the BIOS, updating (flashing) 104–105 a POST/BIOS update failure trademarks recovery troubleshooting, basic boot-block troubleshooting, diagnostics removing system board shield VESA mount bracket removing computer cover updating removing the system stand hinge cover (flashing) the BIOS replacing updating (flashing) the BIOS battery using hard disk drive...

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