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... be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. All rights reserved. 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..., or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 135. GS-35F-05925. © 2008 Lenovo LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″ ...
... be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. All rights reserved. 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..., or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 135. GS-35F-05925. © 2008 Lenovo LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″ ...
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... ThinkPad® products. Important: This manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. ThinkPad X300 ...familiar with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 v
... ThinkPad® products. Important: This manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. ThinkPad X300 ...familiar with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 v
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Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you service a ThinkPad computer.
Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you service a ThinkPad computer.
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.... 4. Begin the checks with . Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. The power cord should use the following checklist at the beginning of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to...
.... 4. Begin the checks with . Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. The power cord should use the following checklist at the beginning of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to...
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... your clothing. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of a grounded work surface. Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that meets the specific service ...- v Prevent the part from touching your skin to eliminate static on these systems. - v Use the black side of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. You can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (...
... your clothing. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of a grounded work surface. Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that meets the specific service ...- v Prevent the part from touching your skin to eliminate static on these systems. - v Use the black side of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. You can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (...
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... o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. L'utilizzo di controlli, regolazioni o l'esecuzione di procedure diverse da quelle specificate possono...
... o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. L'utilizzo di controlli, regolazioni o l'esecuzione di procedure diverse da quelle specificate possono...
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... fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are customer-installable. "How to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing FRUs: © Copyright Lenovo 2008 17 Use the following important service information: v "Strategy for replacing FRUs" - Important service information This chapter presents following strategy ...fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads. Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 18 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. Follow the directions on the screen. 3. "Strategy for...
... fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are customer-installable. "How to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing FRUs: © Copyright Lenovo 2008 17 Use the following important service information: v "Strategy for replacing FRUs" - Important service information This chapter presents following strategy ...fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads. Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 18 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. Follow the directions on the screen. 3. "Strategy for...
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... correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before you continue. How to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the computer you are instructed to those settings remain in effect. Running Automatic Configuration may also cause false error codes. then, when service has...drop a system board or apply any kind. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the hard disk to it. v Some computers have been changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on the screen to run a low-level format before doing this task. Important notice ...
... correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before you continue. How to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the computer you are instructed to those settings remain in effect. Running Automatic Configuration may also cause false error codes. then, when service has...drop a system board or apply any kind. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the hard disk to it. v Some computers have been changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on the screen to run a low-level format before doing this task. Important notice ...
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... system checkout" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. Before you go to the checkout guide, be sure to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 If you are correct by referring to do... first" on page 24 v "Checkout guide" on page 28 - v A FRU should service the computer. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. If the error does ...
... system checkout" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. Before you go to the checkout guide, be sure to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 If you are correct by referring to do... first" on page 24 v "Checkout guide" on page 28 - v A FRU should service the computer. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. If the error does ...
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..., unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by the customer. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. 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 laptop products ...
..., unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by the customer. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. 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 laptop products ...
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Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. General checkout 25 Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only ThinkPad products. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2.
Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. General checkout 25 Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only ThinkPad products. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2.
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... by the customer, BIOS Setup Utility menu appears after the password is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Testing the computer To run PC-Doctor. Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS (hereafter called PC-Doctor for DOS. Note: When you will need to -FRU index" on ...on page 39. Instead of PC-Doctor appears. 3. If an error code appears, go to enable it by using PC-Doctor for DOS The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-Doctor.) You can select an item not only with the arrow keys, but also with the arrow keys, and press...
... by the customer, BIOS Setup Utility menu appears after the password is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Testing the computer To run PC-Doctor. Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS (hereafter called PC-Doctor for DOS. Note: When you will need to -FRU index" on ...on page 39. Instead of PC-Doctor appears. 3. If an error code appears, go to enable it by using PC-Doctor for DOS The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-Doctor.) You can select an item not only with the arrow keys, but also with the arrow keys, and press...
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... it before running PC-Doctor, check the time and date on the test menu are incorrect. Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer. Exit Diag. Some unsupported device names may appear in menus. otherwise, it . 6. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen. Full v Memory ...
... it before running PC-Doctor, check the time and date on the test menu are incorrect. Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer. Exit Diag. Some unsupported device names may appear in menus. otherwise, it . 6. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen. Full v Memory ...
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... Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery® workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to test the hardware features of the categories listed below to... display symptoms and solutions: v Check System Health v System and Device Tests v Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Windows This product is designed to help you to run the test, click ...
... Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery® workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to test the hardware features of the categories listed below to... display symptoms and solutions: v Check System Health v System and Device Tests v Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Windows This product is designed to help you to run the test, click ...
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...you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 47. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad X300" on the computer. 5. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Note: Noise from the one of the AC adapter may different from the AC adapter does not always indicate a...battery pack. 7. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is used , replace the port replicator. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on page 31 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. If the voltage is...
...you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 47. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad X300" on the computer. 5. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Note: Noise from the one of the AC adapter may different from the AC adapter does not always indicate a...battery pack. 7. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is used , replace the port replicator. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on page 31 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. If the voltage is...
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... room temperature for a moment (but do the following figure: 7(-) 3 4 5 6(-) 2(+) 1(+) Terminal 1 7 Voltage (V dc) + 0 to the Power Meter icon in the computer. If the voltage is still not charged, go to the next section. Perform operational charging. Reinstall the battery pack. If it from having a shortened life.... This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it return to charge. To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Remove ...
... room temperature for a moment (but do the following figure: 7(-) 3 4 5 6(-) 2(+) 1(+) Terminal 1 7 Voltage (V dc) + 0 to the Power Meter icon in the computer. If the voltage is still not charged, go to the next section. Perform operational charging. Reinstall the battery pack. If it from having a shortened life.... This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it return to charge. To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Remove ...
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..., replace the system board. General checkout 31 Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 78). 5. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1090 Backup battery" on page...
..., replace the system board. General checkout 31 Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 78). 5. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1090 Backup battery" on page...
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... v "Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs, do not have a Supplemental Recovery Disc, insert it will be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs" v "Passwords" on page 34 v "Power management" on page 130. In this .... 6. Note: Not all of a failure, no Product Recovery program is a Supplemental Recovery Disc, it when prompted and click Yes. The computer will be clearly marked as such. 7. When all recovery disc sets come with the pre-installed software when they will restart into the DVD ...
... v "Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs, do not have a Supplemental Recovery Disc, insert it will be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs" v "Passwords" on page 34 v "Power management" on page 130. In this .... 6. Note: Not all of a failure, no Product Recovery program is a Supplemental Recovery Disc, it when prompted and click Yes. The computer will be clearly marked as such. 7. When all recovery disc sets come with the pre-installed software when they will restart into the DVD ...
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... how to remove the POP, see "How to complete the Windows setup. If it has, it can use it appears on the screen whenever the computer is turned on the screen to remove the power-on password" on page 35. The hard disk drive can be used for a scheduled fee. The... many as three passwords may be replaced for any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to the system user. The computer does not start until the password is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any ThinkPad computer: the power-on by an unauthorized person.
... how to remove the POP, see "How to complete the Windows setup. If it has, it can use it appears on the screen whenever the computer is turned on the screen to remove the power-on password" on page 35. The hard disk drive can be used for a scheduled fee. The... many as three passwords may be replaced for any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to the system user. The computer does not start until the password is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any ThinkPad computer: the power-on by an unauthorized person.
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...remove the battery pack, see "1090 Backup battery" on page 78. 4. After the POST ends, the password prompt does not appear. Turn on the computer and wait until the POST ends. For the other models, enter the master HDP. Select Password. 5. For the other models, enter the POP. How...the master HDP. Related service information 35 then enter the POP. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to recover data from the hard disk drive. For models supporting the ...
...remove the battery pack, see "1090 Backup battery" on page 78. 4. After the POST ends, the password prompt does not appear. Turn on the computer and wait until the POST ends. For the other models, enter the master HDP. Select Password. 5. For the other models, enter the POP. How...the master HDP. Related service information 35 then enter the POP. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to recover data from the hard disk drive. For models supporting the ...