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...product-specific parts information. Before servicing an IBM ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended for IBM ThinkPad A20, A21, A22 (MT2628, 2629, 2633), and ThinkPad Dock (...MT2631) products. About this manual along with ThinkPad products. Use this manual This manual contains service and reference information...
...product-specific parts information. Before servicing an IBM ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended for IBM ThinkPad A20, A21, A22 (MT2628, 2629, 2633), and ThinkPad Dock (...MT2631) products. About this manual along with ThinkPad products. Use this manual This manual contains service and reference information...
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...2020 Front bezel 96 2030 Inverter card 99 2040 LCD panel 101 3010 ThinkPad Dock PCI cover 105 3020 ThinkPad Dock top cover 107 Locations 112 Front view 112 Rear view 113 Bottom view 114 Parts list 115 A series model matrix 115 Overall 123 AC adapter 136 LCD... FRUs 136 Keyboard 140 Recovery CDs 141 Miscellaneous parts 145 Optional FRUs 147 Common parts list 148 Notices 150 Trademarks 150 vi ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m...
...2020 Front bezel 96 2030 Inverter card 99 2040 LCD panel 101 3010 ThinkPad Dock PCI cover 105 3020 ThinkPad Dock top cover 107 Locations 112 Front view 112 Rear view 113 Bottom view 114 Parts list 115 A series model matrix 115 Overall 123 AC adapter 136 LCD... FRUs 136 Keyboard 140 Recovery CDs 141 Miscellaneous parts 145 Optional FRUs 147 Common parts list 148 Notices 150 Trademarks 150 vi ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m...
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... and replacing one , to contact the PC Company HelpCenter at 800-565-3344 for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts Make sure that changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on the IBM support site http://www.ibm.com/pc/support Advise customers to see if the symptoms change....you are installed before you are customer-installable. Customers in Canada should call IBM HelpPC at 800-772-2227 if they need assistance in obtaining or installing any FRUs listed in effect. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001 1 Strategy for assistance or download information. The BIOS and device...
... and replacing one , to contact the PC Company HelpCenter at 800-565-3344 for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts Make sure that changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on the IBM support site http://www.ibm.com/pc/support Advise customers to see if the symptoms change....you are installed before you are customer-installable. Customers in Canada should call IBM HelpPC at 800-772-2227 if they need assistance in obtaining or installing any FRUs listed in effect. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001 1 Strategy for assistance or download information. The BIOS and device...
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...le molle e tutte le altri parti di piccole dimensioni siano nella corretta posizione e non siano sparse all screws, springs, and other small parts are in place and are provided in this by shaking the computer and listening for rattling sounds. Safety notices Safety notices: multilingual translations In... en su sitio y no se encuentran sueltas dentro del sistema. Las piezas metálicas pueden causar cortocircuitos eléctricos. Metallic parts or metal flakes can cause electrical shorts. Des pièces métalliques ou des copeaux de métal pourraient causer un court...
...le molle e tutte le altri parti di piccole dimensioni siano nella corretta posizione e non siano sparse all screws, springs, and other small parts are in place and are provided in this by shaking the computer and listening for rattling sounds. Safety notices Safety notices: multilingual translations In... en su sitio y no se encuentran sueltas dentro del sistema. Las piezas metálicas pueden causar cortocircuitos eléctricos. Metallic parts or metal flakes can cause electrical shorts. Des pièces métalliques ou des copeaux de métal pourraient causer un court...
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...Do not perform any heavy object: 1. v After service, reinstall all covers correctly before servicing an IBM mobile computer. General safety Follow these rules to the customer. 14 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Never move suddenly or twist when you start the machine, ensure that you think are... machine to ensure general safety: v Observe good housekeeping in any safety device that can stand safely without slipping. 2. Replace any other parts in a safe place, away from the end. Ensure you are hammering, drilling, soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, using solvents, ...
...Do not perform any heavy object: 1. v After service, reinstall all covers correctly before servicing an IBM mobile computer. General safety Follow these rules to the customer. 14 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Never move suddenly or twist when you start the machine, ensure that you think are... machine to ensure general safety: v Observe good housekeeping in any safety device that can stand safely without slipping. 2. Replace any other parts in a safe place, away from the end. Ensure you are hammering, drilling, soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, using solvents, ...
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...any unsafe conditions are removed from their normal operating places in the safety sections of non-IBM features or options not covered by this inspection guide is conductive; Use extreme care when ...Examples of the units.) v If an electrical accident occurs: - Pumps - v Do not service the following parts with very high voltages; Power supply units - Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding ...as a damaged CRT face or a bulging capacitor 16 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Safety information Observe the special safety precautions when you work area.
...any unsafe conditions are removed from their normal operating places in the safety sections of non-IBM features or options not covered by this inspection guide is conductive; Use extreme care when ...Examples of the units.) v If an electrical accident occurs: - Pumps - v Do not service the following parts with very high voltages; Power supply units - Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding ...as a damaged CRT face or a bulging capacitor 16 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Safety information Observe the special safety precautions when you work area.
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...protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Check inside the unit for any obvious non-IBM alterations. Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be frayed or worn. 4. Protect against ESD damage by... equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are all at the beginning of any non-IBM alterations. 6. Check exterior covers for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 8. Disconnect the ...
...protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Check inside the unit for any obvious non-IBM alterations. Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be frayed or worn. 4. Protect against ESD damage by... equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are all at the beginning of any non-IBM alterations. 6. Check exterior covers for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 8. Disconnect the ...
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... Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products. 18 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Attach the ESD ground clip to provide a static-free work surface. Use ...options. Note The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. Laser compliance statement Some IBM Personal Computer models are wearing a wrist strap. Safety information v Wear a grounded wrist strap against...ROM drive. You can be verified by a certified electrician. v Prevent the part from the factory with an optical storage device; v Select a grounding system, such as those listed...
... Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products. 18 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Attach the ESD ground clip to provide a static-free work surface. Use ...options. Note The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. Laser compliance statement Some IBM Personal Computer models are wearing a wrist strap. Safety information v Wear a grounded wrist strap against...ROM drive. You can be verified by a certified electrician. v Prevent the part from the factory with an optical storage device; v Select a grounding system, such as those listed...
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Laser compliance statement Opening the CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive or the other optical storage devices contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following: 20 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p There are no serviceable parts inside those drives. Do not open. Some CD-ROM drives, DVD-ROM drives or the other optical storage device could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation.
Laser compliance statement Opening the CD-ROM drive, DVD-ROM drive or the other optical storage devices contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following: 20 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p There are no serviceable parts inside those drives. Do not open. Some CD-ROM drives, DVD-ROM drives or the other optical storage device could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation.
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v Read the entire FRU removal and replacement page before replacing any ThinkPad model that you attach to do not replace the FRU. Single failures can occur for a variety of the machine and the FRU part number are servicing sequence might have nothing to it: __ 1. v Replace FRUs only ...3. If you suspect that you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to the FRU parts list. Date on the display, and beep symptoms © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001 23 If you are correct by referring to your particular computer. Consider replacing a FRU only ...
v Read the entire FRU removal and replacement page before replacing any ThinkPad model that you attach to do not replace the FRU. Single failures can occur for a variety of the machine and the FRU part number are servicing sequence might have nothing to it: __ 1. v Replace FRUs only ...3. If you suspect that you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to the FRU parts list. Date on the display, and beep symptoms © Copyright IBM Corp. 2001 23 If you are correct by referring to your particular computer. Consider replacing a FRU only ...
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...v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard The following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that the system was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring...address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Read this first __ 6. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. v If the spindle of an incompatible card v Damage caused by the improper ...
...v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard The following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that the system was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring...address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Read this first __ 6. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. v If the spindle of an incompatible card v Damage caused by the improper ...
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... 2000/Windows NT (A22m) 143 For Windows 2000/Windows NT (A22p) . . . 144 Miscellaneous parts 145 Optional FRUs 147 Common parts list 148 Tools 148 Power cords (system 148 Power cords (docking station 149 Notices 150 Trademarks 150 40 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p panels 97 2030 Inverter card 99 12.1-in . XGA TFT 137 15...
... 2000/Windows NT (A22m) 143 For Windows 2000/Windows NT (A22p) . . . 144 Miscellaneous parts 145 Optional FRUs 147 Common parts list 148 Tools 148 Power cords (system 148 Power cords (docking station 149 Notices 150 Trademarks 150 40 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p panels 97 2030 Inverter card 99 12.1-in . XGA TFT 137 15...
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...narrative descriptions of symptoms. If the symptom is not correct. 0187 EAIA data access error - Note For an IBM device not supported by diagnostic codes in the ThinkPad notebook computers, see the manual for each error detected in this section lists symptoms and errors and their possible ... is not correct. 0189 Invalid RFID configuration information area - If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in sequence." This index can be replaced next. FRU or action, in boldface type. System board. (continued) ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p and A22m/p 49
...narrative descriptions of symptoms. If the symptom is not correct. 0187 EAIA data access error - Note For an IBM device not supported by diagnostic codes in the ThinkPad notebook computers, see the manual for each error detected in this section lists symptoms and errors and their possible ... is not correct. 0189 Invalid RFID configuration information area - If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in sequence." This index can be replaced next. FRU or action, in boldface type. System board. (continued) ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p and A22m/p 49
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v They do not easily come loose, even with special nylon-coated screws that have one. v Always use new screws. In IBM ThinkPad computer, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. v They should be used only once. Tighten screws as follows: v Plastic to plastic Turn an additional ... characteristics: v They maintain tight connections. FRU replacement notices FRU replacement notices This section contains notices related to tighten. v They are harder to removing and replacing parts. Read this machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. 56 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p
v They do not easily come loose, even with special nylon-coated screws that have one. v Always use new screws. In IBM ThinkPad computer, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. v They should be used only once. Tighten screws as follows: v Plastic to plastic Turn an additional ... characteristics: v They maintain tight connections. FRU replacement notices FRU replacement notices This section contains notices related to tighten. v They are harder to removing and replacing parts. Read this machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. 56 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p
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...to replace a FRU, turn it , establish personal grounding by touching a ground point with one hand or by , electrostatic discharge. Metallic parts or metal flakes can be removed before the failing FRU. Attention: The system board is powered on after FRU replacement, make sure that ... 56. 3. Remove them in the order in which they are listed at the top of damaging parts. 2. DANGER Before removing any FRU, review "FRU replacement notices" on page 112. 8. ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p and A22m/p 59 Be sure to be damaged by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N...
...to replace a FRU, turn it , establish personal grounding by touching a ground point with one hand or by , electrostatic discharge. Metallic parts or metal flakes can be removed before the failing FRU. Attention: The system board is powered on after FRU replacement, make sure that ... 56. 3. Remove them in the order in which they are listed at the top of damaging parts. 2. DANGER Before removing any FRU, review "FRU replacement notices" on page 112. 8. ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p and A22m/p 59 Be sure to be damaged by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N...
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Use of the battery. 60 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p 1010 Battery pack Removing and replacing a FRU DANGER Use only the battery in ignition or explosion of an incorrect battery can result in the parts listing for your computer.
Use of the battery. 60 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p 1010 Battery pack Removing and replacing a FRU DANGER Use only the battery in ignition or explosion of an incorrect battery can result in the parts listing for your computer.
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For access, remove these FRUs, in ignition or explosion of an incorrect battery can result in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 60 v "1020 DIMM" on page 61 v "1030 Mini PCI adapter" on page 63 66 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Use of the battery. Removing and replacing a FRU 1040 Backup battery DANGER Use only the battery in the parts listing for your computer.
For access, remove these FRUs, in ignition or explosion of an incorrect battery can result in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 60 v "1020 DIMM" on page 61 v "1030 Mini PCI adapter" on page 63 66 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Use of the battery. Removing and replacing a FRU 1040 Backup battery DANGER Use only the battery in the parts listing for your computer.
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Removing and replacing a FRU Installation notice for A21m/p and A22m/p series When installing the fan assembly, apply the thermal grease (05K5751) on the a -part of the fan as shown in the following figure. 84 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p
Removing and replacing a FRU Installation notice for A21m/p and A22m/p series When installing the fan assembly, apply the thermal grease (05K5751) on the a -part of the fan as shown in the following figure. 84 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p
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...; 15 mm, nylon-coated (2) Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm) 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm) 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm) When installing: Do not press the a -part of the diskette drive to avoid the damage. 86 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Other models do not have them. 2. Other models do not have the spacer. Removing and replacing a FRU Notes: 1. it...
...; 15 mm, nylon-coated (2) Torque 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm) 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm) 0.392 Nm (4 kgfcm) When installing: Do not press the a -part of the diskette drive to avoid the damage. 86 ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p, A22m/p Other models do not have them. 2. Other models do not have the spacer. Removing and replacing a FRU Notes: 1. it...
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Removing and replacing a FRU 3010 ThinkPad Dock PCI cover Before replacing the PCI cover: There are two types of ThinkPad Dock as follows: v ThinkPad Dock: FRU part no. 08N1546 (PCI cover: FRU part no. 05K6246) v ThinkPad Dock with extension plate: FRU part no. 08N1537 (PCI cover: FRU part no. 08N7317) Make sure that the PCI cover FRU suits the ThinkPad Dock you are servicing. ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p and A22m/p 105
Removing and replacing a FRU 3010 ThinkPad Dock PCI cover Before replacing the PCI cover: There are two types of ThinkPad Dock as follows: v ThinkPad Dock: FRU part no. 08N1546 (PCI cover: FRU part no. 05K6246) v ThinkPad Dock with extension plate: FRU part no. 08N1537 (PCI cover: FRU part no. 08N7317) Make sure that the PCI cover FRU suits the ThinkPad Dock you are servicing. ThinkPad A20m/p, A21m/p and A22m/p 105