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...FRU index 39 Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 ThinkPad X300 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 49 FRU tests 51 Fn key combinations 53 FRU replacement... notices 55 Screw notices 55 Retaining serial numbers 56 Removing and replacing a FRU 59 Before servicing ThinkPad X300 60 1010 Battery pack 61 1020 Second battery or travel cover (some models 62 1030 Solid state drive (SSD 63 1040 ...
...FRU index 39 Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 ThinkPad X300 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 49 FRU tests 51 Fn key combinations 53 FRU replacement... notices 55 Screw notices 55 Retaining serial numbers 56 Removing and replacing a FRU 59 Before servicing ThinkPad X300 60 1010 Battery pack 61 1020 Second battery or travel cover (some models 62 1030 Solid state drive (SSD 63 1040 ...
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Notices 135 Trademarks 136 iv ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Notices 135 Trademarks 136 iv ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 v Important: This manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. About this manual along with ThinkPad products.
... tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 v Important: This manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. About this manual along with ThinkPad products.
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v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that 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 5 v "Handling devices that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer.
v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that 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 5 v "Handling devices that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer.
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.... If your eyes. Attention: Metal objects are fastened or rolled up with your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Use a slow lifting force. v Before you attempt to ensure general safety: v Observe good housekeeping in a hazardous position. v Insert the ends of...
.... If your eyes. Attention: Metal objects are fastened or rolled up with your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Use a slow lifting force. v Before you attempt to ensure general safety: v Observe good housekeeping in a hazardous position. v Insert the ends of...
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... the following parts with the reflective surface of the units.) v If an electrical accident occurs: - Switch off power. - Send another person to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Use caution; The surface is conductive;
... the following parts with the reflective surface of the units.) v If an electrical accident occurs: - Switch off power. - Send another person to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Use caution; The surface is conductive;
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... Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. Use good judgment as to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to assist you can cause serious or fatal electrical shock) v Explosive hazards, such as a damaged... any potentially unsafe conditions, use the following checklist at the beginning of every service task. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Begin the checks with . Disconnect the power cord. 3. If any unsafe conditions are any non...
... Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. Use good judgment as to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to assist you can cause serious or fatal electrical shock) v Explosive hazards, such as a damaged... any potentially unsafe conditions, use the following checklist at the beginning of every service task. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Begin the checks with . Disconnect the power cord. 3. If any unsafe conditions are any non...
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... wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Proper grounding of the ac plug on your clothing. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are wearing a wrist strap...
... wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Proper grounding of the ac plug on your clothing. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are wearing a wrist strap...
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... controls or adjustments or performance of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual If a CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or another laser device is certified in hazardous radiation exposure.... peligrosas. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. There are no serviceable parts inside those ...
... controls or adjustments or performance of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual If a CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or another laser device is certified in hazardous radiation exposure.... peligrosas. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. There are no serviceable parts inside those ...
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... change. v Avoid bending a system board and hard pushing to it. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may be the cause of them does not correct the...
... change. v Avoid bending a system board and hard pushing to it. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may be the cause of them does not correct the...
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... v Authorized IBM Business Partners can access Eclaim at the MT Model level) v eSupport can be accessed at the MT Model level. 20 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) v eSupport can be used to view the complete list...key commodities built in a particular machine serial (this is the same record found in the PEW record under QUICK PATH. warranty.vm&sitestyle=lenovo Select Warranty lookup. v eSupport can be returned in the eSupport record under SYSTEM DETAILS. Using the HMM For Key Commodities (Examples -...
... v Authorized IBM Business Partners can access Eclaim at the MT Model level) v eSupport can be accessed at the MT Model level. 20 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) v eSupport can be used to view the complete list...key commodities built in a particular machine serial (this is the same record found in the PEW record under QUICK PATH. warranty.vm&sitestyle=lenovo Select Warranty lookup. v eSupport can be returned in the eSupport record under SYSTEM DETAILS. Using the HMM For Key Commodities (Examples -...
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...Recovery" on page 28 v "Power system checkout" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that have been altered. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that the model of reasons that you suspect that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. v Be... incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to any FRU, read the following information: v "What to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 Before you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or ...
...Recovery" on page 28 v "Power system checkout" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that have been altered. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that the model of reasons that you suspect that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. v Be... incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to any FRU, read the following information: v "What to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 Before you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or ...
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... (cosmetic) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that you attach to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
... (cosmetic) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that you attach to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1. General checkout 25 The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products.
Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1. General checkout 25 The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products.
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... the computer configuration, some possible configurations of the procedure. then power on the computer. 2. Follow the instructions on the model.) 26 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS (hereafter called PC-Doctor for DOS. Note: PC-Doctor for DOS is available... on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on , go to "Symptom-to initialize the computer setup by...
... the computer configuration, some possible configurations of the procedure. then power on the computer. 2. Follow the instructions on the model.) 26 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS (hereafter called PC-Doctor for DOS. Note: PC-Doctor for DOS is available... on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on , go to "Symptom-to initialize the computer setup by...