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ThinkPad Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual July 2005 This manual supports: ThinkPad T43/T43p (MT 2668/2669/2678/2679/2686/2687) ThinkPad Dock II (MT 2877)
ThinkPad Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual July 2005 This manual supports: ThinkPad T43/T43p (MT 2668/2669/2678/2679/2686/2687) ThinkPad Dock II (MT 2877)
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... Program under these terms, then we provide this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to read the general information under Rights in Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, or under "Notices" on page 244. RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services ...are provided with Lenovo Group Limited, if any, or the standard terms of this Program under the provisions set forth in Data-General, FAR 52.227.14 (Alternate ...
... Program under these terms, then we provide this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to read the general information under Rights in Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, or under "Notices" on page 244. RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services ...are provided with Lenovo Group Limited, if any, or the standard terms of this Program under the provisions set forth in Data-General, FAR 52.227.14 (Alternate ...
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... 29 Related service information 31 Service Web site 31 Restoring the pre-installed system 31 Passwords 32 Power management 35 Checkout guide 38 Testing the computer 38 Detecting system information with PC-Doctor. . . 41 Power system checkout 42 ThinkPad T43/T43p Series 45 Product overview 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 50... Numeric error codes 58 Error messages 63 Beep symptoms 64 No-beep symptoms 64 LCD-related symptoms 65 Intermittent problems 66 Undetermined problems 66 © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.
... 29 Related service information 31 Service Web site 31 Restoring the pre-installed system 31 Passwords 32 Power management 35 Checkout guide 38 Testing the computer 38 Detecting system information with PC-Doctor. . . 41 Power system checkout 42 ThinkPad T43/T43p Series 45 Product overview 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 50... Numeric error codes 58 Error messages 63 Beep symptoms 64 No-beep symptoms 64 LCD-related symptoms 65 Intermittent problems 66 Undetermined problems 66 © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.
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... notices: multilingual translations" on page 8, "Safety information" on page 20, and "Laser compliance statement" on page 26. © Lenovo 2005. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended for ThinkPad® T43/T43p series (MT...This manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. 1 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. v The...
... notices: multilingual translations" on page 8, "Safety information" on page 20, and "Laser compliance statement" on page 26. © Lenovo 2005. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended for ThinkPad® T43/T43p series (MT...This manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. 1 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. v The...
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... current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); Replace only the FRU that those settings remain in effect. © Lenovo 2005. then, when service has been completed, verify that changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on the customer support site http... error. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. 3 Introduction Important service information Important BIOS and device driver fixes are posted on the computer you are instructed to replace a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before replacing any FRUs...
... current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); Replace only the FRU that those settings remain in effect. © Lenovo 2005. then, when service has been completed, verify that changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on the customer support site http... error. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. 3 Introduction Important service information Important BIOS and device driver fixes are posted on the computer you are instructed to replace a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before replacing any FRUs...
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Attention: The drive startup sequence in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for the computer you are servicing may also cause false error codes. Be extremely careful during write operations such as the 4-digit MT and 3-digit model, where model = "... Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) This provides the ability for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to the customer. Therefore, it is listed in the computer you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can be found on the screen to place orders (Example: 1829-W15). Custom Model Variant (CMV) This...
Attention: The drive startup sequence in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for the computer you are servicing may also cause false error codes. Be extremely careful during write operations such as the 4-digit MT and 3-digit model, where model = "... Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) This provides the ability for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to the customer. Therefore, it is listed in the computer you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can be found on the screen to place orders (Example: 1829-W15). Custom Model Variant (CMV) This...
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..., or working in a hazardous position. Make sure that causes hazards to lift. 4. Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you service a ThinkPad computer. v Place removed covers and other conditions that might be familiar before you attempt to the customer, or that other service representatives and the customer's personnel...
..., or working in a hazardous position. Make sure that causes hazards to lift. 4. Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you service a ThinkPad computer. v Place removed covers and other conditions that might be familiar before you attempt to the customer, or that other service representatives and the customer's personnel...
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... continuity for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. If any unsafe conditions are any non-ThinkPad alterations. 6. Begin the checks with the power off the computer. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you can cause serious or fatal electrical shock) v Explosive...
... continuity for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. If any unsafe conditions are any non-ThinkPad alterations. 6. Begin the checks with the power off the computer. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you can cause serious or fatal electrical shock) v Explosive...
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... all at the same charge. Check that meets the specific service requirement. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be considered sensitive to any frame ground, ground braid, or green-wire ground. - v Use the black side...
... all at the same charge. Check that meets the specific service requirement. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be considered sensitive to any frame ground, ground braid, or green-wire ground. - v Use the black side...
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Proper grounding of the ac plug on ac-operated computers. Introduction 25 Use the round ground prong of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the computer is required for operator safety and correct system function. Safety information -
Proper grounding of the ac plug on ac-operated computers. Introduction 25 Use the round ground prong of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the computer is required for operator safety and correct system function. Safety information -
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... the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products. Laser compliance statement Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. Elsewhere, the drive is certified in the U.S. If one of these drives is...
... the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products. Laser compliance statement Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. Elsewhere, the drive is certified in the U.S. If one of these drives is...
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...might be overwritten. v Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. v A FRU should service the computer. Name and phone number of reasons that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. v Replace an FRU only... as copying, saving, or formatting. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that has the PC-Doctor® for a variety of servicer © Lenovo 2005. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. If the error does not recur, do with another FRU of the machine and the...
...might be overwritten. v Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. v A FRU should service the computer. Name and phone number of reasons that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. v Replace an FRU only... as copying, saving, or formatting. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that has the PC-Doctor® for a variety of servicer © Lenovo 2005. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. If the error does not recur, do with another FRU of the machine and the...
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...deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of an...the system v Damage caused by the improper insertion of a PC Card or the installation of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard The following are not covered under warranty and some ...
...deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of an...the system v Damage caused by the improper insertion of a PC Card or the installation of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard The following are not covered under warranty and some ...
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...disk drive at the same time so that you must use the recovery CD for the computer. v Follow the prompts. The following message is created. v The service partition is displayed: "Your computer originally included a Product Recovery program ... Reinstall the Product Recovery program? (Y/N) [ ]". 3.... At next window, press Enter to 2 hours. 1. v The recovery process copies some files to change CDs. You may be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/think/spm...
...disk drive at the same time so that you must use the recovery CD for the computer. v Follow the prompts. The following message is created. v The service partition is displayed: "Your computer originally included a Product Recovery program ... Reinstall the Product Recovery program? (Y/N) [ ]". 3.... At next window, press Enter to 2 hours. 1. v The recovery process copies some files to change CDs. You may be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/think/spm...
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... the same operation. The system administrator then provides the user HDP to complete the recovery. If no master HDP is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to the hard disk drive. The hard disk...select. 7. Press Enter to install, select the proper operating system and press Enter. 6. The Master + User mode requires two HDPs; If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on by an unauthorized person. Hard-disk password: There are two hard-disk passwords (HDPs): v User HDP-for the user v Master HDP...
... the same operation. The system administrator then provides the user HDP to complete the recovery. If no master HDP is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to the hard disk drive. The hard disk...select. 7. Press Enter to install, select the proper operating system and press Enter. 6. The Master + User mode requires two HDPs; If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on by an unauthorized person. Hard-disk password: There are two hard-disk passwords (HDPs): v User HDP-for the user v Master HDP...
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...Password. For how to the BIOS Setup Utility and change the system configuration. General descriptions 33 Remove the battery pack. LCD models)" on the computer and wait until the POST ends. After the POST ends, the password prompt does not appear. Turn on page 105. 4. The system ...Restart Required window is displayed at the lower-left of the screen, press the Access IBM button. then enter the POP. The computer restarts, and the BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. 4. For the other models, enter the POP. then, while the "To interrupt normal startup,...
...Password. For how to the BIOS Setup Utility and change the system configuration. General descriptions 33 Remove the battery pack. LCD models)" on the computer and wait until the POST ends. After the POST ends, the password prompt does not appear. Turn on page 105. 4. The system ...Restart Required window is displayed at the lower-left of the screen, press the Access IBM button. then enter the POP. The computer restarts, and the BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. 4. For the other models, enter the POP. then, while the "To interrupt normal startup,...
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...Current Password field. then leave the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice. 8. If Using Passphrase item is available on the ThinkPad computer. 2. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to Security --> Password. Select Hard-disk x password, where x is selected and the user... Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to remove the hard-disk password Attention: If User only mode is the letter of the screen, press the Access IBM button. The system Restart Required window is appearing on the computer; Select Power-On...
...Current Password field. then leave the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice. 8. If Using Passphrase item is available on the ThinkPad computer. 2. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to Security --> Password. Select Hard-disk x password, where x is selected and the user... Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to remove the hard-disk password Attention: If User only mode is the letter of the screen, press the Access IBM button. The system Restart Required window is appearing on the computer; Select Power-On...
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... can change the action of Fn+F4. Standby mode When the computer enters standby mode, the following events occur in addition to what occurs in the "Power Management Properties" window,... the computer goes into standby mode automatically: v If a "suspend time" has been set on the "LCD...have been removed. v The hard disk drive motor stops. 3. In certain circumstances, the computer goes into hibernation mode.) General descriptions 35 If the time set on the timer, and the user does not do ...
... can change the action of Fn+F4. Standby mode When the computer enters standby mode, the following events occur in addition to what occurs in the "Power Management Properties" window,... the computer goes into standby mode automatically: v If a "suspend time" has been set on the "LCD...have been removed. v The hard disk drive motor stops. 3. In certain circumstances, the computer goes into hibernation mode.) General descriptions 35 If the time set on the timer, and the user does not do ...
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...v The ring indicator (RI) is signaled by a serial device or a PC Card device. v Open the LCD cover. To cause the computer to use hibernation mode, you will have set the low-battery alarm, the charge indicator notifies you when the battery is independent of the following...operating system; Also, in the default format, HPFS, you cannot create a hibernation file. This default low-battery behavior is low, and then the computer enters the power-saving mode automatically. v Turn on the resume timer elapses. In hibernation mode, the following : v Press the Fn key. Related...
...v The ring indicator (RI) is signaled by a serial device or a PC Card device. v Open the LCD cover. To cause the computer to use hibernation mode, you will have set the low-battery alarm, the charge indicator notifies you when the battery is independent of the following...operating system; Also, in the default format, HPFS, you cannot create a hibernation file. This default low-battery behavior is low, and then the computer enters the power-saving mode automatically. v Turn on the resume timer elapses. In hibernation mode, the following : v Press the Fn key. Related...
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... or the diskette drive within that time. v If you are satisfied in either of the following conditions: v If a "hibernation time" has been set on , the computer returns from the hard disk drive. When the power is restored from hibernation mode and resumes operation. Related service information To cause the... enter hibernation mode, do any of the following: v Press the Fn+F12 keys. Closing the lid. - Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode, perform that causes the system to go into hibernation mode automatically in suspend mode. General descriptions 37 v If the timer ...
... or the diskette drive within that time. v If you are satisfied in either of the following conditions: v If a "hibernation time" has been set on , the computer returns from the hard disk drive. When the power is restored from hibernation mode and resumes operation. Related service information To cause the... enter hibernation mode, do any of the following: v Press the Fn+F12 keys. Closing the lid. - Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode, perform that causes the system to go into hibernation mode automatically in suspend mode. General descriptions 37 v If the timer ...