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...product it supports, be sure to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″...; contract, use , reproduction and disclosure. GS-35F-05925. © Lenovo 2009 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 ...
...product it supports, be sure to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″...; contract, use , reproduction and disclosure. GS-35F-05925. © Lenovo 2009 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 ...
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... first correcting the problem. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer.
... first correcting the problem. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer.
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...Hardware Maintenance Manual v Avoid contact with other people. Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. When working on ac-operated computers. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are inserted into the product. v Use a grounded work mat to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage... against your clothing. You can occur when there is desirable but not necessary. - Use the round ground prong of the computer is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in charge between objects.
...Hardware Maintenance Manual v Avoid contact with other people. Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. When working on ac-operated computers. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are inserted into the product. v Use a grounded work mat to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage... against your clothing. You can occur when there is desirable but not necessary. - Use the round ground prong of the computer is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in charge between objects.
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...its polarized connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerate it . Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel. Dispose of the battery. Use of the battery. DANGER If the LCD breaks and...water, or short-circuit it , or expose its cell contents to water. Dispose of the battery pack as required by shaking the computer and listening for at least 15 minutes. Verify this by local ordinances or regulations. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances...
...its polarized connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerate it . Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel. Dispose of the battery. Use of the battery. DANGER If the LCD breaks and...water, or short-circuit it , or expose its cell contents to water. Dispose of the battery pack as required by shaking the computer and listening for at least 15 minutes. Verify this by local ordinances or regulations. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances...
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DANGER To avoid shock, do as follows before removing it: power off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and disconnect any interconnecting cables. DANGER Unless hot swap is allowed for the FRU being replaced, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card. Safety information 9 DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials.
DANGER To avoid shock, do as follows before removing it: power off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and disconnect any interconnecting cables. DANGER Unless hot swap is allowed for the FRU being replaced, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card. Safety information 9 DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials.
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...that all machine types supported by this manual. "Product definition" on the screen and install the necessary software. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 39 Customers in Canada should call the Customer Support Center at 800-426-7378 if they need assistance in obtaining or installing ... BIOS is loaded to the system board before replacing any software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen. 3. "FRU identification for replacing FRUs" - Important service information This chapter presents following support...
...that all machine types supported by this manual. "Product definition" on the screen and install the necessary software. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 39 Customers in Canada should call the Customer Support Center at 800-426-7378 if they need assistance in obtaining or installing ... BIOS is loaded to the system board before replacing any software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen. 3. "FRU identification for replacing FRUs" - Important service information This chapter presents following support...
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... force to prevent cracking at each BGA (Ball Grid Array) chipset. Important notice for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing may cause a system malfunction. then, when service has been completed, verify that those components, and may have both a... to replace a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before replacing a hard disk drive. v Some computers have been customized. Attention: The drive startup sequence in effect. Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to run a low-level...
... force to prevent cracking at each BGA (Ball Grid Array) chipset. Important notice for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing may cause a system malfunction. then, when service has been completed, verify that those components, and may have both a... to replace a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before replacing a hard disk drive. v Some computers have been customized. Attention: The drive startup sequence in effect. Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to run a low-level...
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... go to the checkout guide, be sure to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 43 "FRU tests" on page 49 v "Power system checkout" on page 51 The descriptions in the computer that have been altered. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as... copying, saving, or formatting. v A FRU should service the computer. Before you suspect that the model of the correct model. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 48 - Some descriptions might have nothing to do with another FRU of the ...
... go to the checkout guide, be sure to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 43 "FRU tests" on page 49 v "Power system checkout" on page 51 The descriptions in the computer that have been altered. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as... copying, saving, or formatting. v A FRU should service the computer. Before you suspect that the model of the correct model. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 48 - Some descriptions might have nothing to do with another FRU of the ...
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...spindle of some common items that are not covered under warranty and some symptoms that might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Name and phone number... Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on the display, and...
...spindle of some common items that are not covered under warranty and some symptoms that might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Name and phone number... Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on the display, and...
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... are protected by running the diagnostics test included in the docking station, even if the computer supports the docking station. Note: When you cannot change the parameters that is available at the following Web site: http:// www.lenovo.com/support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic CD, follow the instructions on the...
... are protected by running the diagnostics test included in the docking station, even if the computer supports the docking station. Note: When you cannot change the parameters that is available at the following Web site: http:// www.lenovo.com/support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic CD, follow the instructions on the...
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... Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2008 PC-Doctor, Inc. It supports only the internal optical drive of the ThinkPad Notebook. If the computer cannot be powered on page 62. 4. Insert the PC-Doctor CD into the internal optical drive. 6. A pull-down menu appears. (Its exact...screen. 8. Turn on page 51, and check the power sources. Press cursor keys to "Power system checkout" on the computer. Press ENTER to the computer. 3. Testing the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. Turn off ...
... Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2008 PC-Doctor, Inc. It supports only the internal optical drive of the ThinkPad Notebook. If the computer cannot be powered on page 62. 4. Insert the PC-Doctor CD into the internal optical drive. 6. A pull-down menu appears. (Its exact...screen. 8. Turn on page 51, and check the power sources. Press cursor keys to "Power system checkout" on the computer. Press ENTER to the computer. 3. Testing the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. Turn off ...
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... . 12. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen. v To test Digital Signature Chip, the security chip must be set to your computer, detach it before running PC-Doctor, check the time and date on the system and reset them if they are as follows: Diagnostics Interactive Tests...
... . 12. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen. v To test Digital Signature Chip, the security chip must be set to your computer, detach it before running PC-Doctor, check the time and date on the system and reset them if they are as follows: Diagnostics Interactive Tests...
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... the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support To install the latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) on the computer, follow the instructions on the screen. Note: The latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) is running, press the...Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) Lenovo ThinkVantage® Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox in Windows Vista® and Windows® XP) is required, computing assistance, advanced diagnostics, and diagnostic history. PC-Doctor for the ...
... the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support To install the latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) on the computer, follow the instructions on the screen. Note: The latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) is running, press the...Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) Lenovo ThinkVantage® Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox in Windows Vista® and Windows® XP) is required, computing assistance, advanced diagnostics, and diagnostic history. PC-Doctor for the ...
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.... 4. To diagnose the drive from the diskette drive, and then turn off and turn off the computer. 2. Using cursor keys, select Main hard disk drive or Ultrabay hard disk drive. 6. If the...the port replicator is heard this test. Keyboard 1. Remove any physical shock to the computer while the test is displayed at the lower left of the screen, press F1 to Compatibility, ...--> Diskette Optical drive 1. Interactive Tests --> Optical Drive Test General checkout 49 Turn on the computer. FRU tests FRU Applicable test System board 1. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid...
.... 4. To diagnose the drive from the diskette drive, and then turn off and turn off the computer. 2. Using cursor keys, select Main hard disk drive or Ultrabay hard disk drive. 6. If the...the port replicator is heard this test. Keyboard 1. Remove any physical shock to the computer while the test is displayed at the lower left of the screen, press F1 to Compatibility, ...--> Diskette Optical drive 1. Interactive Tests --> Optical Drive Test General checkout 49 Turn on the computer. FRU tests FRU Applicable test System board 1. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid...
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...ac adapter is supplied when you turn on page 49. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on the computer. v If the problem persists, go to "FRU tests" on the computer. 5. Check that power is used , replace the docking station or the... port replicator. Unplug the ac adapter cable from the ac adapter does not always indicate a defect. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. General checkout 51 Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. To check the ac adapter, do the following: 1....
...ac adapter is supplied when you turn on page 49. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on the computer. v If the problem persists, go to "FRU tests" on the computer. 5. Check that power is used , replace the docking station or the... port replicator. Unplug the ac adapter cable from the ac adapter does not always indicate a defect. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. General checkout 51 Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. To check the ac adapter, do the following: 1....
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... pack or a battery pack that less than 50% of the total power remaining when installed in the icon tray of its capacity. Power off the computer. 2. Note: Recharging will take at room temperature for a moment (but do the following figure: Terminal Voltage (V dc) 1 + 0 to the Power ...Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. under this condition the battery pack can charge to the next section. If the voltage is still not charged, go to 100% of the Windows...
... pack or a battery pack that less than 50% of the total power remaining when installed in the icon tray of its capacity. Power off the computer. 2. Note: Recharging will take at room temperature for a moment (but do the following figure: Terminal Voltage (V dc) 1 + 0 to the Power ...Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. under this condition the battery pack can charge to the next section. If the voltage is still not charged, go to 100% of the Windows...
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... Do the following figure. General checkout 53 Measure the voltage of the backup battery. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 107). 5. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 ...Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1120 Backup battery" on page 87). 4.
... Do the following figure. General checkout 53 Measure the voltage of the backup battery. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 107). 5. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 ...Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1120 Backup battery" on page 87). 4.
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...system. Supplemental Recovery Disc This disc contains additional content, such as updates to the software that was preinstalled on the computer. If you do the following: © Copyright Lenovo 2009 55 Order the Recovery Disc Set and the drive at the same time so that you want to keep onto..."Recovery discs" on page 191. Use this case, you start the recovery process. Notes: v You must use the recovery discs. To restore the computer to the original factory configuration using the recovery disc set of a failure, no product recovery program is on the new drive. In this disc to...
...system. Supplemental Recovery Disc This disc contains additional content, such as updates to the software that was preinstalled on the computer. If you do the following: © Copyright Lenovo 2009 55 Order the Recovery Disc Set and the drive at the same time so that you want to keep onto..."Recovery discs" on page 191. Use this case, you start the recovery process. Notes: v You must use the recovery discs. To restore the computer to the original factory configuration using the recovery disc set of a failure, no product recovery program is on the new drive. In this disc to...
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.... Use the arrow keys to restore the default settings. Read the license. If you might want to restore the original startup sequence. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 3. After you have completed the Windows setup, you have a Supplemental Recovery Disc, click No. 9. As... be needed for it when prompted and click Yes. b. If you agree with the terms and conditions, follow the instructions on the computer. c. When the recovery process is complete, the Set Up Windows screen is turned on the screen to begin the applications and drivers recovery...
.... Use the arrow keys to restore the default settings. Read the license. If you might want to restore the original startup sequence. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 3. After you have completed the Windows setup, you have a Supplemental Recovery Disc, click No. 9. As... be needed for it when prompted and click Yes. b. If you agree with the terms and conditions, follow the instructions on the computer. c. When the recovery process is complete, the Set Up Windows screen is turned on the screen to begin the applications and drivers recovery...
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... and Master + User. Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be replaced for the system administrator, who can be booted. Turn off the computer. 2. For how to remove the POP, see "1120 Backup battery" on page 107. 4. Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt ... Lenovo authorized service technicians provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to recover data from being powered on by an unauthorized person. For how to remove the backup battery, see "How to remove the hard-disk password" on the computer and wait until the POST...
... and Master + User. Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be replaced for the system administrator, who can be booted. Turn off the computer. 2. For how to remove the POP, see "1120 Backup battery" on page 107. 4. Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt ... Lenovo authorized service technicians provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to recover data from being powered on by an unauthorized person. For how to remove the backup battery, see "How to remove the hard-disk password" on the computer and wait until the POST...