Handling static-sensitive devices Do not open the static-protective package containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to install the new part. Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and parts.
Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls, and components of the computer. Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer.
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of 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. Figure 2.
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Connector Description USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB scanner or USB printer. If you have more than eight USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices.
Locating components To open the computer cover, see “Opening the cover” on page 12. Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations Hard disk drive Memory connectors (4) Microprocessor and heat sink Battery Optical drive (such as a CD or Power-supply assembly...
Identifying parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the location of parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations 4 - Pin power connector Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper Memory connectors PCI-e X16 connector Front audio connector PCI connector Battery Diskette drive connector 24-Pin power connector...
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Installing internal options Important Read “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 4 before opening the computer cover. Opening the cover Important Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer cover. To open the computer cover: 1.
Accessing system board components and drives To access system board components and the drives: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 12. 2. On some models, you might need to pivot the drive-bay assembly upward and pivot the hard disk drive upward to access the internal components, see Figure 6.
Installing adapter cards This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing PCI adapters. Your computer has one PCI adapter connector and one PCI Express x1 adapter connector. To install a PCI adapter: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 12. 2.
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Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and to enable your computer to read other types of media. Some of the types of drives that are available for your computer are: v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) or External Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (ESATA) hard disk drives...
Drive specifications Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives: v An optical drive in bay 1 (some models) v A 3.5-inch diskette drive in bay 2 (some models) v A 5.25-inch hard disk drive Any bay that does not have a drive installed has a static shield and bay panel installed.
Installing a drive in bay 1 To install an optical drive in bay 1: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 12. 2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections and remove the drive cables from the drive.
5. Slide the drive 3 into the bay until it locks in position. See Figure 10. Figure 10. Locking the optical drive 6. Pivot the drive-bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections and connect the drive cables. 7.
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What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 41. Installing a diskette drive in bay 2 To install a diskette drive in bay 2: 1.
3. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections and disconnect the drive bay cables. See Figure 13. Figure 13. Accessing the cable connections 4. Remove the metal shield from the diskette drive bay by using a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose.
8. Install the new drive 1 from the rear of the drive-bay assembly and slide the diskette-drive 1 to the locked position. See Figure 14. Figure 14. Installing a new drive 9. Reinstall the front bezel. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
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8. Restart the computer, leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Turn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately 5 seconds. The computer will turn off. 9. Repeat steps 1 through 3 on page 21. 10. Move the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pins 1 and 2).
Replacing 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). A battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer. The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however, no battery lasts forever.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. To replace the power supply assembly: 1. Remove the four screws at the rear of the chassis that secure the power supply.
9. Install the new power-supply assembly into the chassis so that the screw holes in the power-supply assembly align with those in the chassis. Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 10. Install and tighten the four screws at the rear of the chassis to secure the power-supply assembly.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink.
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3. Remove the heat sink from the system board by pivoting the lever 1 securing the heat sink until it is fully in the up position. Carefully lift the heat sink off of the system board. See Figure 22. Figure 22. Removing the heat sink 4.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive.
3. Unlatch the hard disk drive front retainers 1 and rotate the hard disk drive upwards and lift up to remove the hard disk drive from the computer. Figure 24. Removing the hard disk drive 4. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the rear of the hard disk drive. Chapter 3.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. To replace an optical drive: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 12.
2. Pivot the drive-bay-assembly upward to gain access to the optical drive. See Figure 26. Figure 26. Accessing the optical drive 3. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. 4. Press the optical-drive lock 1 . 5.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the diskette drive.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a memory module. Your computer has support for two memory modules.
2. Pivot the drive-bay assembly upward to gain access to the system board. 3. Locate the memory connectors. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 9. 4. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace an adapter card.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the fan assembly.
2. Pivot the drive-bay assembly upward to gain access to the fan assembly 1 . See Figure 33. Figure 33. Accessing the fan assembly 3. Disconnect the fan-assembly cables from the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 9. Note: Make sure you note the location of the fan cables when you disconnect the cables from the system board.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a keyboard.
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connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 6. Figure 35. Replacing a mouse 4. Disconnect the failing mouse cable from the computer. 5. Connect the new mouse cable to one of the USB connectors. 6. Go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 41. Chapter 3.
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8. To update your configuration, see ″Using the Setup Utility program″ in the ThinkCentre User Guide. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
1. Insert a system program update (flash) diskette or CD into the diskette drive or optical drive. System program updates are available at http://www.lenovo.com/support on the World Wide Web. Note: If you are inserting a CD-ROM into the optical drive, make sure that the computer is turned on.
16. Turn on the computer to restart the operating system. Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/support/ on the World Wide Web. Installation instructions are provided in README files with the device-driver files. ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
See Figure 37. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many laptop computers. You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/ and search on Kensington.
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What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 41. ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
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