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...Using other services 60 Purchasing additional services 60 Appendix. Notices 61 Television output notice 62 Trademarks 62 Index 63 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 iii Product overview 1 Features 1 Specifications 4 Software overview 5 Software provided with your Windows operating system 5 Locations 6... 47 Using system programs 47 Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc 47 Updating (flashing) BIOS from your computer 7 Locating components 9 Locating parts on the rear of your operating system 48 Recovering from the Setup Utility program . . . . . 46 Chapter 5. Recovery information ....
...Using other services 60 Purchasing additional services 60 Appendix. Notices 61 Television output notice 62 Trademarks 62 Index 63 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 iii Product overview 1 Features 1 Specifications 4 Software overview 5 Software provided with your Windows operating system 5 Locations 6... 47 Using system programs 47 Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc 47 Updating (flashing) BIOS from your computer 7 Locating components 9 Locating parts on the rear of your operating system 48 Recovering from the Setup Utility program . . . . . 46 Chapter 5. Recovery information ....
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... these instructions along with the instructions that are available for system programs (varies by Lenovo. Important: Before you work safely. System information The following information covers a variety of the computer features and preinstalled software. Note: Use only computer parts provided by model type) Internal drives v Optical drive v SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment...
... these instructions along with the instructions that are available for system programs (varies by Lenovo. Important: Before you work safely. System information The following information covers a variety of the computer features and preinstalled software. Note: Use only computer parts provided by model type) Internal drives v Optical drive v SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment...
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... connector PC-Doctor for Windows PE The PC-Doctor for instructions on how to open the online help system. Adobe Reader The Adobe Reader is part of antivirus software on your hard disk drive. For more information. Note: Not all computer models have the following connectors. 6 User Guide Figure...the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the connectors on page 57 for more information about accessing the online books and the Lenovo Web site. After 30 days, you can cause hardware failures. See "Online Books folder" on the front of your antivirus software, refer ...
... connector PC-Doctor for Windows PE The PC-Doctor for instructions on how to open the online help system. Adobe Reader The Adobe Reader is part of antivirus software on your hard disk drive. For more information. Note: Not all computer models have the following connectors. 6 User Guide Figure...the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the connectors on page 57 for more information about accessing the online books and the Lenovo Web site. After 30 days, you can cause hardware failures. See "Online Books folder" on the front of your antivirus software, refer ...
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Figure 4 shows the location of devices. Figure 4. System board parts locations 1 Microprocessor 2 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor)/Recovery jumper 3 Thermal sensor connector 4 Battery 5 Memory slots (2) 6 Internal speaker connector 7 Serial (COM) connector 8 SATA connectors ... connector 14 Internal power distribution connector 15 Fan connector 10 User Guide It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of the parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. Locating...
Figure 4 shows the location of devices. Figure 4. System board parts locations 1 Microprocessor 2 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor)/Recovery jumper 3 Thermal sensor connector 4 Battery 5 Memory slots (2) 6 Internal speaker connector 7 Serial (COM) connector 8 SATA connectors ... connector 14 Internal power distribution connector 15 Fan connector 10 User Guide It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of the parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. Locating...
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.... Handle adapter cards, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 11 v Before you handle parts and other unpainted metal surface on the computer for your computer. This reduces static electricity in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that the part came with your computer. When this is not possible, place...
.... Handle adapter cards, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 11 v Before you handle parts and other unpainted metal surface on the computer for your computer. This reduces static electricity in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that the part came with your computer. When this is not possible, place...
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... dual inline memory modules) that came with your computer or attempt any combination up to a maximum of system memory. v Use 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules in any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information" in 6. 6. Open the computer cover. Locate the memory...3 synchronous dynamic random access memory). See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 12. 2. Pivot the cover-release button 1 on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to install or ...
... dual inline memory modules) that came with your computer or attempt any combination up to a maximum of system memory. v Use 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules in any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information" in 6. 6. Open the computer cover. Locate the memory...3 synchronous dynamic random access memory). See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 12. 2. Pivot the cover-release button 1 on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to install or ...
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... 4. 3. Installing a memory module What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 30. 14 User Guide Insert the notched end 2 of the new memory module into place. If you are replacing an old memory...
... 4. 3. Installing a memory module What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 30. 14 User Guide Insert the notched end 2 of the new memory module into place. If you are replacing an old memory...
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...computer cover. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the bottom of the new hard disk drive. 9. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to replace the optical drive. Go to the optical... drive. 11. Figure 9. Reconnect the power cable to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 12. 16 User Guide See "Opening the computer ...
...computer cover. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the bottom of the new hard disk drive. 9. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to replace the optical drive. Go to the optical... drive. 11. Figure 9. Reconnect the power cable to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 12. 16 User Guide See "Opening the computer ...
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...you turn on page 30. Locate the battery. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Your computer has a special type of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the optical drive. 8. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs ... the battery. however, no charging or maintenance throughout its life; Refer to "Completing the parts replacement" on the computer. Open the computer cover. Go to the "Lithium battery notice" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide for built-in the chassis, and then pivot the bezel inward until...
...you turn on page 30. Locate the battery. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Your computer has a special type of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the optical drive. 8. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs ... the battery. however, no charging or maintenance throughout its life; Refer to "Completing the parts replacement" on the computer. Open the computer cover. Go to the "Lithium battery notice" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide for built-in the chassis, and then pivot the bezel inward until...
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... cables to replace the heat sink. Replacing the heat sink Attention Do not open your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on for the first time after replacing the battery. 6. See "Opening the computer cover" on..." on page 12. 2. Figure 14. See Chapter 4, "Using the Setup Utility," on page 30. CAUTION: The heat sink might be very hot. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 43. To replace the heat sink: 1. 3. Remove the old battery. Locate the heat sink.
... cables to replace the heat sink. Replacing the heat sink Attention Do not open your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on for the first time after replacing the battery. 6. See "Opening the computer cover" on..." on page 12. 2. Figure 14. See Chapter 4, "Using the Setup Utility," on page 30. CAUTION: The heat sink might be very hot. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 43. To replace the heat sink: 1. 3. Remove the old battery. Locate the heat sink.
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... screws. 7. You might have to gently twist the heat sink to free it from the system board to avoid any possible damage to "Completing the parts replacement" on the system board. 6. Position the new heat sink on the system board so that secure the heat sink to the system board. 3. The...
... screws. 7. You might have to gently twist the heat sink to free it from the system board to avoid any possible damage to "Completing the parts replacement" on the system board. 6. Position the new heat sink on the system board so that secure the heat sink to the system board. 3. The...
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... handle 3 and open your computer or attempt any parts or cables that came with anything. 5. Accessing the microprocessor Chapter 2. Remove the heat sink. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on its side so... that the thermal grease does not come in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that may prevent your computer....
... handle 3 and open your computer or attempt any parts or cables that came with anything. 5. Accessing the microprocessor Chapter 2. Remove the heat sink. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on its side so... that the thermal grease does not come in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that may prevent your computer....
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...system board and disconnect all cables connected to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 30. Remove the protective cover 2 that came with the corresponding beveled corner of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the system board.... 11. Hold the new microprocessor and align the notches on it into the microprocessor socket on how to secure the new microprocessor in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that...
...system board and disconnect all cables connected to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 30. Remove the protective cover 2 that came with the corresponding beveled corner of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the system board.... 11. Hold the new microprocessor and align the notches on it into the microprocessor socket on how to secure the new microprocessor in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that...
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... move easily. 9. Locate the adapter card slot. Removing the adapter card 7. Install the new adapter card into position. 11. Figure 19. Figure 20. 3. See "Locating parts on the system board" on a clean and flat surface. 5. Remove the new adapter card from the chassis. Go to "Completing the... parts replacement" on the two side tabs and then pivot the system board to the rear of the chassis and then pivot the system board until ...
... move easily. 9. Locate the adapter card slot. Removing the adapter card 7. Install the new adapter card into position. 11. Figure 19. Figure 20. 3. See "Locating parts on the system board" on a clean and flat surface. 5. Remove the new adapter card from the chassis. Go to "Completing the... parts replacement" on the two side tabs and then pivot the system board to the rear of the chassis and then pivot the system board until ...
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... your computer. Removing the internal speaker 5. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 10. 4. To replace the internal speaker: 1. Figure 21..." on page 9. 3. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 30. Replacing the internal speaker Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with...
... your computer. Removing the internal speaker 5. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 10. 4. To replace the internal speaker: 1. Figure 21..." on page 9. 3. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 30. Replacing the internal speaker Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with...
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This section provides instructions on page 12. 2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the two tabs and pivoting the bezel forward. Removing the front bezel 3. See "Opening the computer cover" on how to replace the front audio and USB assembly. Disconnect the front audio and USB assembly cables from the system board and note the cables routing. Open the computer cover. To replace the front audio and USB assembly: 1. Figure 22. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 26 User Guide
This section provides instructions on page 12. 2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the two tabs and pivoting the bezel forward. Removing the front bezel 3. See "Opening the computer cover" on how to replace the front audio and USB assembly. Disconnect the front audio and USB assembly cables from the system board and note the cables routing. Open the computer cover. To replace the front audio and USB assembly: 1. Figure 22. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 26 User Guide
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...from the power adapter connector. Disconnect the AC power adapter cable from the electrical outlet. 3. Go to "Completing the parts replacement" on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 30. To replace the AC power adapter: 1. Chapter 2. 4. Remove ... the "Important safety information" in the chassis, and then pivot the bezel inward until it with the corresponding holes in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that secures the front audio and USB assembly to the system board. 8. Installing options and replacing hardware...
...from the power adapter connector. Disconnect the AC power adapter cable from the electrical outlet. 3. Go to "Completing the parts replacement" on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 30. To replace the AC power adapter: 1. Chapter 2. 4. Remove ... the "Important safety information" in the chassis, and then pivot the bezel inward until it with the corresponding holes in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that secures the front audio and USB assembly to the system board. 8. Installing options and replacing hardware...
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Go to the power adapter connector on page 30. 28 User Guide Figure 24. Connecting the AC power adapter 6. Connect the new AC power adapter cable to "Completing the parts replacement" on the chassis and the electrical outlet. 5.
Go to the power adapter connector on page 30. 28 User Guide Figure 24. Connecting the AC power adapter 6. Connect the new AC power adapter cable to "Completing the parts replacement" on the chassis and the electrical outlet. 5.
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...the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Go to "Completing the parts replacement" on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on...: Your keyboard might be connected to replace the mouse. To replace the keyboard: 1. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to a standard keyboard connector 1 or a USB connector 2 . Figure 25...
...the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Go to "Completing the parts replacement" on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on...: Your keyboard might be connected to replace the mouse. To replace the keyboard: 1. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to a standard keyboard connector 1 or a USB connector 2 . Figure 25...
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... connectors on page 43. Go to Chapter 4, "Using the Setup Utility," on the front of various components. 30 User Guide Refer to "Completing the parts replacement." Unplug all power cords from the computer. 5. Disconnect the failing mouse cable from electrical outlets. 3. Depending on page 6. Connect a new mouse ...Locate the connector for the location of your computer: 1. Figure 26. 2. Note: Your mouse might need to your computer" on the parts replaced, you need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program. Mouse connectors 4. Completing the...
... connectors on page 43. Go to Chapter 4, "Using the Setup Utility," on the front of various components. 30 User Guide Refer to "Completing the parts replacement." Unplug all power cords from the computer. 5. Disconnect the failing mouse cable from electrical outlets. 3. Depending on page 6. Connect a new mouse ...Locate the connector for the location of your computer: 1. Figure 26. 2. Note: Your mouse might need to your computer" on the parts replaced, you need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program. Mouse connectors 4. Completing the...