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...EXPANDER (73P3597) Exceptional and expandable protection for most models in any use of purchase, and are owned by Lenovo is available at any of Lenovo: Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, Access Connections, Active Protection System, Rescue and Recovery, System Migration Assistant, ThinkPad, ThinkVantage, TrackPoint, ... 11b, and 11g wireless: are trademarks of the IEEE 802.11n specification. The following are based on safe and effective computing. ZPYA/B676. Maximum capacity may apply in some countries. [4] Mobile Processors: Power management reduces processor speed when in which...
...EXPANDER (73P3597) Exceptional and expandable protection for most models in any use of purchase, and are owned by Lenovo is available at any of Lenovo: Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, Access Connections, Active Protection System, Rescue and Recovery, System Migration Assistant, ThinkPad, ThinkVantage, TrackPoint, ... 11b, and 11g wireless: are trademarks of the IEEE 802.11n specification. The following are based on safe and effective computing. ZPYA/B676. Maximum capacity may apply in some countries. [4] Mobile Processors: Power management reduces processor speed when in which...
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..., 2008 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. All rights reserved. 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...
..., 2008 Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. All rights reserved. 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...
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...manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. v The product-specific section includes service, reference,... the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 v About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for trained servicers who are familiar with ThinkPad products.
...manual is divided into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. v The product-specific section includes service, reference,... the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 v About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for trained servicers who are familiar 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 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 2007, 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 2007, 2008 1 Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer.
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... of every service task. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Use a meter to protect users and service personnel from injury. Check inside the unit for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and the...
... of every service task. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Use a meter to protect users and service personnel from injury. Check inside the unit for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and the...
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...even when you use of a grounding system to eliminate static on your clothing. You can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work... - When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. Protect against ESD damage is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Notes: 1. Proper grounding of the...
...even when you use of a grounding system to eliminate static on your clothing. You can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work... - When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. Protect against ESD damage is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Notes: 1. Proper grounding of the...
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... widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual L'utilizzo di controlli, regolazioni o l'esecuzione di procedure diverse da quelle specificate possono provocare l'esposizione a. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. to conform to the requirements of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825...
... widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual L'utilizzo di controlli, regolazioni o l'esecuzione di procedure diverse da quelle specificate possono provocare l'esposizione a. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. to conform to the requirements of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825...
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... device drivers are posted on the customer support site http://www.lenovo.com/support Advise customers to use error message" on page 18... for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that the latest BIOS is loaded to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Strategy for CTO, CMV, and GAV products" on page 19 v "Important information... on page 19 - "Important notice for replacing and servicing FRUs: v If you continue. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 17 Use the following important service information: v "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on the...
... device drivers are posted on the customer support site http://www.lenovo.com/support Advise customers to use error message" on page 18... for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that the latest BIOS is loaded to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Strategy for CTO, CMV, and GAV products" on page 19 v "Important information... on page 19 - "Important notice for replacing and servicing FRUs: v If you continue. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 17 Use the following important service information: v "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on the...
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...using the View Configuration option); Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting. Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may have both a processor board and a system board. Attention: When handling a system board: v Do not drop a system ... can be lost. If no error code is displayed, see if the symptoms change. This will cause all customer data on the computer you are instructed to run a low-level format before doing this task. Improper handling of them does not correct the problem, reinstall...
...using the View Configuration option); Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting. Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may have both a processor board and a system board. Attention: When handling a system board: v Do not drop a system ... can be lost. If no error code is displayed, see if the symptoms change. This will cause all customer data on the computer you are instructed to run a low-level format before doing this task. Improper handling of them does not correct the problem, reinstall...
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...descriptions might have nothing to the FRU parts list. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. v Be careful not to your particular computer. v A FRU should service the computer. If you replace a FRU, make sure that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. When ...174; for a variety of the machine and the FRU part number are servicing sequence might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 v When you go to the checkout guide, be sure to do not replace the FRU. Drives in this chapter apply to ...
...descriptions might have nothing to the FRU parts list. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. v Be careful not to your particular computer. v A FRU should service the computer. If you replace a FRU, make sure that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. When ...174; for a variety of the machine and the FRU part number are servicing sequence might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 v When you go to the checkout guide, be sure to do not replace the FRU. Drives in this chapter apply to ...
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... 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 diskette...the following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring to the following...
... 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 diskette...the following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring to the following...
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Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Verify the symptoms. Try to test only ThinkPad products. General checkout 25 The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1. 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. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Verify the symptoms. Try to test only ThinkPad products. General checkout 25 The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2.
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...is entered. To enter BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on the computer. Turn on page 30, and check the power sources. You can start the utility by use of the... by pressing Enter instead of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run the test, do as the serial port. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter. The utility is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered ...
...is entered. To enter BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on the computer. Turn on page 30, and check the power sources. You can start the utility by use of the... by pressing Enter instead of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run the test, do as the serial port. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter. The utility is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered ...
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...menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the screen. 2. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and press Enter. The options on the ThinkPad computer. Some unsupported device names may appear in menus. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the test menu are as follows: Diagnostics...Dock or ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock. 4. The main panel of PC-Doctor appears. 3. v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be sensed. Follow the instructions on the model.) Note: PC-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list. Use the cursor keys...
...menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the screen. 2. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and press Enter. The options on the ThinkPad computer. Some unsupported device names may appear in menus. v Video Adapter test supports only the LCD display on the test menu are as follows: Diagnostics...Dock or ThinkPad Advanced Mini Dock. 4. The main panel of PC-Doctor appears. 3. v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be sensed. Follow the instructions on the model.) Note: PC-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list. Use the cursor keys...
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...™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to test the hardware features of the computer. Select one 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...
...™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to test the hardware features of the computer. Select one 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...
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...during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on page 31 To check the AC adapter, do the following : 1. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Turn off the computer. 6. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 30 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)... may different from the one you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one of the AC adapter cable. If you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and ...
...during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on page 31 To check the AC adapter, do the following : 1. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Turn off the computer. 6. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 30 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)... may different from the one you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one of the AC adapter cable. If you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and ...
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...less than +11.0 V dc after recharging, replace the battery. 4. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it . To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Remove the battery pack and ...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. General checkout 31 Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that less than...
...less than +11.0 V dc after recharging, replace the battery. 4. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it . To get detailed information about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon. Remove the battery pack and ...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. General checkout 31 Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that less than...
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... (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. Turn the computer upside down. 3. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 80). 5.... Remove the battery pack (see "1110 Backup battery" on page 62). 4. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. See the following : 1. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. v If the backup battery ...
... (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. Turn the computer upside down. 3. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 80). 5.... Remove the battery pack (see "1110 Backup battery" on page 62). 4. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. See the following : 1. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. v If the backup battery ...
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...to Rescue and Recovery" screen is intended only for the computer. A message giving a warning that recovery is displayed, press Continue. Then next menu appears. When this case, you must be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs...installed software when they will take several hours. Previous menus may remain on page 165. Press No. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 33 In this completes, the computer will restart and a window will ask you use the recovery discs for unrecoverable system problems. Click OK. 4.
...to Rescue and Recovery" screen is intended only for the computer. A message giving a warning that recovery is displayed, press Continue. Then next menu appears. When this case, you must be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs...installed software when they will take several hours. Previous menus may remain on page 165. Press No. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 33 In this completes, the computer will restart and a window will ask you use the recovery discs for unrecoverable system problems. Click OK. 4.
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...your system, this time, but disappears automatically after this process, which will take several minutes" appears and .IMZ files are copied, the computer will then be prompted to the Windows desktop. Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt does not appear when the ...operating system is not installed appears repeatedly in the system tray, but this should be avoided) after about two minutes and the computer restarts to insert Product Recovery Disk 1 into the optical drive, and press OK. Insert the Product Recovery Disk 1 into the optical drive...
...your system, this time, but disappears automatically after this process, which will take several minutes" appears and .IMZ files are copied, the computer will then be prompted to the Windows desktop. Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt does not appear when the ...operating system is not installed appears repeatedly in the system tray, but this should be avoided) after about two minutes and the computer restarts to insert Product Recovery Disk 1 into the optical drive, and press OK. Insert the Product Recovery Disk 1 into the optical drive...