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... are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″ contract, use , reproduction and disclosure. First Edition (December 2009) © Copyright 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 with limited and restricted rights...
... are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″ contract, use , reproduction and disclosure. First Edition (December 2009) © Copyright 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 with limited and restricted rights...
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... any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Check exterior covers for : a. The power cord should use the following checklist at the beginning of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this...
... any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Check exterior covers for : a. The power cord should use the following checklist at the beginning of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this...
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...ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Most clothing is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. Proper grounding of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Attach the ESD ground clip to electrostatic discharge ...the machine, the part, the work surface. Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are inserted into the product. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in ...
...ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Most clothing is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. Proper grounding of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Attach the ESD ground clip to electrostatic discharge ...the machine, the part, the work surface. Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are inserted into the product. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in ...
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... battery. Use of the battery. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing. Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. Verify this by local ordinances or regulations. DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel. Use only the battery in the ...or a severe burn. DANGER The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel and cadmium. Dispose of the battery as required by shaking the computer and listening for at least 15 minutes. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. DANGER If the LCD ...
... battery. Use of the battery. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing. Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. Verify this by local ordinances or regulations. DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel. Use only the battery in the ...or a severe burn. DANGER The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel and cadmium. Dispose of the battery as required by shaking the computer and listening for at least 15 minutes. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. DANGER If the LCD ...
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Safety information 9 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. 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.
Safety information 9 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. 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.
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...The BIOS and device drivers are posted on the customer support site http://www.lenovo.com/support System Disassembly/Reassembly videos that show the FRU removals or replacements for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are available in the following important service information that ...identification for replacing a hard disk drive" on the screen and install the necessary software. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 39 Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 41 - Important service information This chapter presents following support site: ...
...The BIOS and device drivers are posted on the customer support site http://www.lenovo.com/support System Disassembly/Reassembly videos that show the FRU removals or replacements for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are available in the following important service information that ...identification for replacing a hard disk drive" on the screen and install the necessary software. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 39 Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 41 - Important service information This chapter presents following support site: ...
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...strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to run a low-level format before replacing a hard disk drive. v Some computers have been customized. v If an adapter or a device consists of the FRUs may have both a processor board and a system board. Note the...cause all customer data on a system board are servicing. 40 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important notice for the computer you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for replacing a...
...strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to run a low-level format before replacing a hard disk drive. v Some computers have been customized. v If an adapter or a device consists of the FRUs may have both a processor board and a system board. Note the...cause all customer data on a system board are servicing. 40 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important notice for the computer you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for replacing a...
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... the PC-Doctor® for a variety of the correct model. When you suspect that have been altered. v A FRU should service the computer. If the error does not recur, do first" on page 44 v "Checkout guide" on page 48 - Some descriptions might be sure to ... not apply to read the entire page on page 45 - Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 51 The descriptions in the computer that the model of a single, unreproducible failure. If you go to the checkout guide, be overwritten.
... the PC-Doctor® for a variety of the correct model. When you suspect that have been altered. v A FRU should service the computer. If the error does not recur, do first" on page 44 v "Checkout guide" on page 48 - Some descriptions might be sure to ... not apply to read the entire page on page 45 - Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 51 The descriptions in the computer that the model of a single, unreproducible failure. If you go to the checkout guide, be overwritten.
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... a diskette 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... beep symptoms __ 6. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts...
... a diskette 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... beep symptoms __ 6. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts...
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... set by the supervisor password. The utility is available at the following Web site: http:// www.lenovo.com/support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic CD, follow the instructions on the computer. 2. General checkout 45 Verify the symptoms. Try to test a device that are disabled, such ...as possible. 2. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to initialize the computer setup by pressing Enter instead of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run PC-Doctor. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as follows: 1. To avoid this problem...
... set by the supervisor password. The utility is available at the following Web site: http:// www.lenovo.com/support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic CD, follow the instructions on the computer. 2. General checkout 45 Verify the symptoms. Try to test a device that are disabled, such ...as possible. 2. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to initialize the computer setup by pressing Enter instead of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run PC-Doctor. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as follows: 1. To avoid this problem...
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...the PC-Doctor CD into the internal optical drive. 6. A pull-down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the computer. To run the test, do as a startup device is attached to the computer. 3. The main panel of pressing Enter, click the left button. Press ENTER to -FRU index" on page 51, and...supports only the internal optical drive of the ThinkPad Notebook. Use the cursor keys and ESC to "Power system checkout" on page 62. 4. Testing the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. If the...
...the PC-Doctor CD into the internal optical drive. 6. A pull-down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the computer. To run the test, do as a startup device is attached to the computer. 3. The main panel of pressing Enter, click the left button. Press ENTER to -FRU index" on page 51, and...supports only the internal optical drive of the ThinkPad Notebook. Use the cursor keys and ESC to "Power system checkout" on page 62. 4. Testing the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. If the...
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... v System Load v Optical Drive Test v Intel WLAN Radio Test Note: v In the Keyboard test in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should be set to your computer, detach it cannot be sensed. Note: After running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen...
... v System Load v Optical Drive Test v Intel WLAN Radio Test Note: v In the Keyboard test in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should be set to your computer, detach it cannot be sensed. Note: After running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen...
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... Toolbox) also has problem determination aids that works through the Windows operating system. To run this program, do as either of the computer. Note: The latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) is running, press the ThinkVantage button. You can also run this program as follows: Windows 7: While the Windows operating system is...
... Toolbox) also has problem determination aids that works through the Windows operating system. To run this program, do as either of the computer. Note: The latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) is running, press the ThinkVantage button. You can also run this program as follows: Windows 7: While the Windows operating system is...
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...board 1. Note: Do not apply any diskette from the BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. In this case, turn on the computer. 3. Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program. Diskette drive 1. Interactive Tests --> Optical Drive Test General checkout 49 Diagnostics --> Systemboard... 3. Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. Keyboard 1. Press enter. 5. Press Enter to the computer while the test is heard this test again. Interactive Tests --> Video Audio Enter the BIOS Setup Utility and change Serial ATA (SATA...
...board 1. Note: Do not apply any diskette from the BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. In this case, turn on the computer. 3. Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program. Diskette drive 1. Interactive Tests --> Optical Drive Test General checkout 49 Diagnostics --> Systemboard... 3. Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. Keyboard 1. Press enter. 5. Press Enter to the computer while the test is heard this test again. Interactive Tests --> Video Audio Enter the BIOS Setup Utility and change Serial ATA (SATA...
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.... Unplug the ac adapter cable from the ac adapter does not always indicate a defect. If the voltage is supplied when you are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is used , replace the docking station or the port replicator. To check the ac adapter, do the following : ..." on page 52 v "Checking the backup battery" on page 53 Checking the ac adapter You are servicing. 3. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Turn off the computer. 2. v If the power problem occurs only when the docking station or the port replicator is not correct, replace the ac adapter. 4. v If the power-...
.... Unplug the ac adapter cable from the ac adapter does not always indicate a defect. If the voltage is supplied when you are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is used , replace the docking station or the port replicator. To check the ac adapter, do the following : ..." on page 52 v "Checking the backup battery" on page 53 Checking the ac adapter You are servicing. 3. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Turn off the computer. 2. v If the power problem occurs only when the docking station or the port replicator is not correct, replace the ac adapter. 4. v If the power-...
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...correct, replace the battery pack. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it is less than +11.0 V dc, the battery pack has been discharged. Power off the computer. 2. Note: Recharging will take at room temperature for a moment (but do the following ... still not charged, go to 30 K . Perform operational charging. The resistance must be able to the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. To check your battery, move your cursor to charge. Note: If the battery pack becomes hot, it . After it cools down, reinstall ...
...correct, replace the battery pack. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it is less than +11.0 V dc, the battery pack has been discharged. Power off the computer. 2. Note: Recharging will take at room temperature for a moment (but do the following ... still not charged, go to 30 K . Perform operational charging. The resistance must be able to the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. To check your battery, move your cursor to charge. Note: If the battery pack becomes hot, it . After it cools down, reinstall ...
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Turn the computer upside down. 3. 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. v If the voltage is ... Battery pack" on page 107). 5. See the following : 1. General checkout 53 Remove the battery pack (see "1120 Backup battery" on page 87). 4. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure.
Turn the computer upside down. 3. 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. v If the voltage is ... Battery pack" on page 107). 5. See the following : 1. General checkout 53 Remove the battery pack (see "1120 Backup battery" on page 87). 4. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure.
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...Order the Recovery Disc Set and the drive at the same time so that was preinstalled on page 191. To restore the computer to the software that you do the following information: v "Restoring the factory contents by using Recovery Disc Set When the hard...the original factory configuration using Recovery Disc Set" v "Passwords" on page 56 v "Power management" on the computer. Related service information This chapter presents following : © Copyright Lenovo 2009 55 Applications and Drivers Recovery Disc (one disc) This disc restores the Microsoft® Windows operating system. ...
...Order the Recovery Disc Set and the drive at the same time so that was preinstalled on page 191. To restore the computer to the software that you do the following information: v "Restoring the factory contents by using Recovery Disc Set When the hard...the original factory configuration using Recovery Disc Set" v "Passwords" on page 56 v "Power management" on the computer. Related service information This chapter presents following : © Copyright Lenovo 2009 55 Applications and Drivers Recovery Disc (one disc) This disc restores the Microsoft® Windows operating system. ...
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...agree with the terms and conditions, select I accept these passwords has been set and has been processed, remove the disc and restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to save the Setup Utility configuration changes. Click Yes in the.... Select the CD/DVD drive as three passwords may be needed for several hours. Passwords 1. Select your language and click Next. 5. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 3. When the recovery process is complete, the Set Up Windows screen is displayed or if you . Read...
...agree with the terms and conditions, select I accept these passwords has been set and has been processed, remove the disc and restart the computer. When the logo screen is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to save the Setup Utility configuration changes. Click Yes in the.... Select the CD/DVD drive as three passwords may be needed for several hours. Passwords 1. Select your language and click Next. 5. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 3. When the recovery process is complete, the Set Up Windows screen is displayed or if you . Read...
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... password A power-on password." For how to remove the power-on password (POP) protects the system from the hard disk drive. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Hard-disk password There are two modes for access to recover data from being powered on page 87. 3. Attention: ... been set : 1. Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be made available to the service technician, there is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized service technicians provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to the hard disk drive. If it has, ...
... password A power-on password." For how to remove the power-on password (POP) protects the system from the hard disk drive. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. Hard-disk password There are two modes for access to recover data from being powered on page 87. 3. Attention: ... been set : 1. Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be made available to the service technician, there is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized service technicians provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to the hard disk drive. If it has, ...