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... restricted rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 197. 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″ contract, use , reproduction and...
... restricted rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 197. 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″ contract, use , reproduction and...
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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. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. The ... along 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
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. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. The ... along 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 service a ThinkPad computer. v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices 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 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1
Safety information This chapter presents following safety information 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 5 v "Handling devices 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 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1
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... in the parts list. 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 fire or smoke damage. 8. Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Safety...
... in the parts list. 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 fire or smoke damage. 8. Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Safety...
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... system function. v Use the black side of a grounding system to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. When working on these systems. - Use the round ground prong of the computer is insulative and retains a charge even when you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as those.... Protect against ESD damage is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. Attach the ESD ground clip to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that the ESD protective devices you are...
... system function. v Use the black side of a grounding system to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. When working on these systems. - Use the round ground prong of the computer is insulative and retains a charge even when you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as those.... Protect against ESD damage is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. Attach the ESD ground clip to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that the ESD protective devices you are...
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... festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. There are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. If one of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Pour éviter tout risque d'exposition au rayon laser, respectez les consignes...
... festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. There are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. If one of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Pour éviter tout risque d'exposition au rayon laser, respectez les consignes...
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... any software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads. Go to use error message" on page 19 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. Select Downloads and drivers. 4. "Important notice for replacing a...page 18 - "Product definition" on page 21 Important: BIOS and device driver fixes are available in this manual. "FRU identification for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are customer-installable. After a system board is replaced, ensure that show the FRU removals or replacements for CTO,...
... any software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads. Go to use error message" on page 19 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. Select Downloads and drivers. 4. "Important notice for replacing a...page 18 - "Product definition" on page 21 Important: BIOS and device driver fixes are available in this manual. "FRU identification for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are customer-installable. After a system board is replaced, ensure that show the FRU removals or replacements for CTO,...
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... reinstall that those components, and may alter the settings. If you are instructed to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X200 and X200s Hardware Maintenance Manual v Avoid rough handling of the data before doing this task. How to replace... either the processor board or the system board, and replacing one of more than one error code is listed in the computer you continue. Replace only the FRU that the customer has a current backup of any excessive force to prevent cracking at each BGA (Ball...
... reinstall that those components, and may alter the settings. If you are instructed to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X200 and X200s Hardware Maintenance Manual v Avoid rough handling of the data before doing this task. How to replace... either the processor board or the system board, and replacing one of more than one error code is listed in the computer you continue. Replace only the FRU that the customer has a current backup of any excessive force to prevent cracking at each BGA (Ball...
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... checkout" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that have been altered. If the error does not recur, do not replace the FRU. Some descriptions might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 Important notes: v Only certified trained personnel...new nylon-coated screws. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. v A FRU should service the computer. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. "PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostics program. v When you select an incorrect drive, data or programs ...
... checkout" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that have been altered. If the error does not recur, do not replace the FRU. Some descriptions might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 Important notes: v Only certified trained personnel...new nylon-coated screws. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. v A FRU should service the computer. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. "PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostics program. v When you select an incorrect drive, data or programs ...
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... force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X200 and X200s Hardware Maintenance Manual Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was subjected to stress beyond normal use of an optical drive v Diskette drive damage caused by pressure on the diskette drive... of 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 laptop products The following...
... force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X200 and X200s Hardware Maintenance Manual Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was subjected to stress beyond normal use of an optical drive v Diskette drive damage caused by pressure on the diskette drive... of 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 laptop products The following...
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Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications 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. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Identify the failing symptoms in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products. General checkout 25 Checkout guide Use the following procedures as a guide in as much detail as possible. 2.
Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications 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. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Identify the failing symptoms in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products. General checkout 25 Checkout guide Use the following procedures as a guide in as much detail as possible. 2.
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...Enter instead of entering the supervisor password; Select Diagnostics with the TrackPoint® pointer. Turn on the screen. 2. Follow the instructions on the computer. 2. For some devices are protected by the supervisor password. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter.... X200s Hardware Maintenance Manual To enter BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Testing the computer To run the test, do as the serial port. however, you cannot change the parameters that depend on page 39. ...
...Enter instead of entering the supervisor password; Select Diagnostics with the TrackPoint® pointer. Turn on the screen. 2. Follow the instructions on the computer. 2. For some devices are protected by the supervisor password. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter.... X200s Hardware Maintenance Manual To enter BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Testing the computer To run the test, do as the serial port. however, you cannot change the parameters that depend on page 39. ...
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... Radio Test Notes: v In the Keyboard test in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should be held down for DOS. Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen. Exit Diag. Diagnostics Interactive Tests Run Normal Test Run Quick Test CPU/Coprocessor Systemboard.... General checkout 27 To exit the test, select Quit - Note: PC-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list. Press ENTER to your computer, detach it . 6.
... Radio Test Notes: v In the Keyboard test in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should be held down for DOS. Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the screen. Exit Diag. Diagnostics Interactive Tests Run Normal Test Run Quick Test CPU/Coprocessor Systemboard.... General checkout 27 To exit the test, select Quit - Note: PC-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list. Press ENTER to your computer, detach it . 6.
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... 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 your computer. Detecting system information with PC-Doctor PC-Doctor can detect the following system ... v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of the computer. To run the PC-Doctor program to test the hardware features of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery® workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to run the...
... 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 your computer. Detecting system information with PC-Doctor PC-Doctor can detect the following system ... v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of the computer. To run the PC-Doctor program to test the hardware features of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery® workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to run the...
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... 30 v "Checking the battery pack" on page 30 v "Checking the backup battery" on the computer. 5. Check that the battery pack supplies power when you are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is acceptable, do the following: 1. If you suspect a power... for correct continuity and installation. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on the computer. Power system checkout To verify a symptom, do the following...
... 30 v "Checking the battery pack" on page 30 v "Checking the backup battery" on the computer. 5. Check that the battery pack supplies power when you are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is acceptable, do the following: 1. If you suspect a power... for correct continuity and installation. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on the computer. Power system checkout To verify a symptom, do the following...
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...following figure: 7(-) 3 4 5 6(-) 2(+) 1(+) Terminal 1 7 Voltage (V dc) + 0 to 100% of its capacity. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it may not be 4 to charge. To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Power off the... computer. 2. If the voltage is more than +11.0 V dc after recharging, replace the battery. 4. If the resistance is correct, replace the...
...following figure: 7(-) 3 4 5 6(-) 2(+) 1(+) Terminal 1 7 Voltage (V dc) + 0 to 100% of its capacity. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it may not be 4 to charge. To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Power off the... computer. 2. If the voltage is more than +11.0 V dc after recharging, replace the battery. 4. If the resistance is correct, replace the...
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..., replace the system board. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. General checkout 31 Turn the computer upside down. 3. See the following : 1. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not...
..., replace the system board. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. General checkout 31 Turn the computer upside down. 3. See the following : 1. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not...
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...Recovery Disc, it when prompted and click Yes. If you to order, see "Recovery discs" on the screen for the computer. For information on which discs to restart the computer. Note: The remainder of the data has been copied from the last disc in the set, a message is required ...When all recovery disc sets come with the terms, select I accept these terms and conditions and then click Next. 4. The computer will be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs When the hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD...
...Recovery Disc, it when prompted and click Yes. If you to order, see "Recovery discs" on the screen for the computer. For information on which discs to restart the computer. Note: The remainder of the data has been copied from the last disc in the set, a message is required ...When all recovery disc sets come with the terms, select I accept these terms and conditions and then click Next. 4. The computer will be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs When the hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD...
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...change the system configuration. 8. Follow the instructions on password (POP), the hard-disk password (HDP), and the supervisor password (SVP). The computer does not start until the password is displayed. Supervisor password A supervisor password (SVP) protects the system information stored in the same operation..... Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt does not appear when the operating system is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to remove the hard-disk password" ...
...change the system configuration. 8. Follow the instructions on password (POP), the hard-disk password (HDP), and the supervisor password (SVP). The computer does not start until the password is displayed. Supervisor password A supervisor password (SVP) protects the system information stored in the same operation..... Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt does not appear when the operating system is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to remove the hard-disk password" ...
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... Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to recover data from the hard disk drive. For models supporting the Passphrase function, press F1 while HDP icon is available on the ThinkPad computer. 3. Turn off the computer. 2. After the POST ends, the password prompt ...twice. 7. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has been set : 1. Note: To check whether the ThinkPad computer supports the Passphrase function, enter the BIOS Setup Utility and go to enterBIOS Setup Utility. When the ThinkPad logo comes up , immediately press F1 ...
... Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to recover data from the hard disk drive. For models supporting the Passphrase function, press F1 while HDP icon is available on the ThinkPad computer. 3. Turn off the computer. 2. After the POST ends, the password prompt ...twice. 7. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has been set : 1. Note: To check whether the ThinkPad computer supports the Passphrase function, enter the BIOS Setup Utility and go to enterBIOS Setup Utility. When the ThinkPad logo comes up , immediately press F1 ...