Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Replacement Guide V1.1
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... be used by Lenovo®. Overview This guide is expected that cables, switches, and certain mechanical parts can obtain one online from the Support Web site at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to be replaced by -step procedures. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Fan (CPU and MXM) • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) (Only some models are replacing Field Replaceable...
... be used by Lenovo®. Overview This guide is expected that cables, switches, and certain mechanical parts can obtain one online from the Support Web site at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to be replaced by -step procedures. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Fan (CPU and MXM) • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) (Only some models are replacing Field Replaceable...
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... the tabs on the parts replaced, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. 1. Also, depending on the cover align with the slots of the computer chassis, and system bay. 3. Refer to "Locating components and connectors" for the location of the various components. 2. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Make sure that no...
... the tabs on the parts replaced, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. 1. Also, depending on the cover align with the slots of the computer chassis, and system bay. 3. Refer to "Locating components and connectors" for the location of the various components. 2. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Make sure that no...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Quick Reference V1.2
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... the best viewing experience. When the battery power becomes low, the battery indicator light on the keyboard will change from the keyboard/mouse to the computer less than discs. e Internet key: Open IE. LVT After entering Windows, press this model of the mouse for more comfortable level by the stand joint only. Previous. See section Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions on the actual model you might create high electromagnetic fields that...
... the best viewing experience. When the battery power becomes low, the battery indicator light on the keyboard will change from the keyboard/mouse to the computer less than discs. e Internet key: Open IE. LVT After entering Windows, press this model of the mouse for more comfortable level by the stand joint only. Previous. See section Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions on the actual model you might create high electromagnetic fields that...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Quick Reference V1.2
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... click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound. 5 Press Add a device and pop-up a dialog box. Press any button on the remote control to renew the Bluetooth connection. In Windows MCE mode: MCE remote control works normally. Press the related button to turn off automatically after 10 minutes. Press the related button to turn off the telephone Turn on the Windows Media Center Notes: When the Games mode and Windows Media Center are 3 beeps during 10-20 seconds, the remote control switches to sleep mode...
... click Start -> Control Panel -> Hardware and Sound. 5 Press Add a device and pop-up a dialog box. Press any button on the remote control to renew the Bluetooth connection. In Windows MCE mode: MCE remote control works normally. Press the related button to turn off automatically after 10 minutes. Press the related button to turn off the telephone Turn on the Windows Media Center Notes: When the Games mode and Windows Media Center are 3 beeps during 10-20 seconds, the remote control switches to sleep mode...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 User Guide V1.2
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... the F2 key on the keyboard to start installing the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Before accessing the operating system, make sure that , the manual installation function can connect to install the software which is already on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. After starting the procedure, install all passwords for the Lenovo Rescue System to ensure your Rescue System can be used. 2.3 System Setup System Setup configures the network configuration for the Lenovo Rescue system. 2.3.1 Launch Turn on...
... the F2 key on the keyboard to start installing the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Before accessing the operating system, make sure that , the manual installation function can connect to install the software which is already on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. After starting the procedure, install all passwords for the Lenovo Rescue System to ensure your Rescue System can be used. 2.3 System Setup System Setup configures the network configuration for the Lenovo Rescue system. 2.3.1 Launch Turn on...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 User Guide V1.2
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... system partition to create a bootable recovery disc from current system. The default password is blank. In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. In case of the LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you can choose to restore to create recovery discs. 16 User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 16 2009.8.7 4:48:34 PM 2. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you...
... system partition to create a bootable recovery disc from current system. The default password is blank. In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. In case of the LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you can choose to restore to create recovery discs. 16 User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 16 2009.8.7 4:48:34 PM 2. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 User Guide V1.2
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It does not apply to those 3 computer models that have the TV- Tuner card installed. 4 5 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 31 User Guide 31 2009.8.7 4:48:42 PM Chapter Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution 2 Note: The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to those computer models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed.
It does not apply to those 3 computer models that have the TV- Tuner card installed. 4 5 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 31 User Guide 31 2009.8.7 4:48:42 PM Chapter Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution 2 Note: The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to those computer models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed.
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... audio driver • Disconnect headphones from headphones Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection - or other computers that the headphone cable is automatically disabled when headphones are unable to the computer's side-panel headphone connector. Move any interfering devices away from integrated speakers Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Adjust the windows volume control - If the problem persists, consult with Lenovo Service. 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the computer. 3. Problem: No sound...
... audio driver • Disconnect headphones from headphones Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection - or other computers that the headphone cable is automatically disabled when headphones are unable to the computer's side-panel headphone connector. Move any interfering devices away from integrated speakers Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Adjust the windows volume control - If the problem persists, consult with Lenovo Service. 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the computer. 3. Problem: No sound...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 User Guide V1.0
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... in the service partition. It can install all the drivers and software manually according to conveniently install the drivers and software shipped with the computer automatically, and it also can see the following instructions: By selecting Control Panel ˠ Management Tools ˠ Computer Management ˠ Disk Management, you can selectively install some of the drivers and software as required by the user. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on...
... in the service partition. It can install all the drivers and software manually according to conveniently install the drivers and software shipped with the computer automatically, and it also can see the following instructions: By selecting Control Panel ˠ Management Tools ˠ Computer Management ˠ Disk Management, you can selectively install some of the drivers and software as required by the user. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 User Guide V1.0
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It does not apply to those 3 computer models that have the TV- Tuner card installed. 4 5 31036433_A6_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 37 User Guide 37 2009.1.19 6:47:30 PM Chapter Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution 2 Note: The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to those computer models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed.
It does not apply to those 3 computer models that have the TV- Tuner card installed. 4 5 31036433_A6_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 37 User Guide 37 2009.1.19 6:47:30 PM Chapter Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following 1 topics: ÿ Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution 2 Note: The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to those computer models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed.
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... at the same time. 2. Open the Task Manager window by powering the system off or User Guide 39 31036433_A6_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 39 2009.1.19 6:47:31 PM or other computers that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headphone connector. • Adjust the windows volume control - If the problem persists, consult with Lenovo Service. 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the headphone connector - Ensure that the volume is...
... at the same time. 2. Open the Task Manager window by powering the system off or User Guide 39 31036433_A6_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 39 2009.1.19 6:47:31 PM or other computers that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headphone connector. • Adjust the windows volume control - If the problem persists, consult with Lenovo Service. 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the headphone connector - Ensure that the volume is...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Quick Reference V1.0
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.... You need to use any other remote control, or cordless phone. 7. Battery compartment AA Battery Install 2 batteries in the Safety and Warranty Guide before you can then learn to turn it . Power connector Ethernet connector TV tuner (Select models only) USB ports (4) Computer instruction 6 10 9 8 1 7 2 5 3 4 1 Power button 2 USB ports (2) 3 Headphone connector 4 Microphone connector 5 Optical drive slot 6 Camera 7 Brightness down . Use the touch panel similar with integrated Lenovo core technology, and you turn off the mouse power switch when you...
.... You need to use any other remote control, or cordless phone. 7. Battery compartment AA Battery Install 2 batteries in the Safety and Warranty Guide before you can then learn to turn it . Power connector Ethernet connector TV tuner (Select models only) USB ports (4) Computer instruction 6 10 9 8 1 7 2 5 3 4 1 Power button 2 USB ports (2) 3 Headphone connector 4 Microphone connector 5 Optical drive slot 6 Camera 7 Brightness down . Use the touch panel similar with integrated Lenovo core technology, and you turn off the mouse power switch when you...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Quick Reference V1.0
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... change new batteries to turn off the Air Mouse mode. When the M LED is on the air mouse, MCE remote control or wireless phone function. Air mouse buttons: Left air mouse button, Air mouse On/Off button, Right air mouse button. Turn on solid until the key indicates that the battery electric power is low and the remote control will not go into the standby status or sleep mode. Use the remote as follows. 4 In Windows, Click Start -> Control Panel to open the Bluetooth device guide...
... change new batteries to turn off the Air Mouse mode. When the M LED is on the air mouse, MCE remote control or wireless phone function. Air mouse buttons: Left air mouse button, Air mouse On/Off button, Right air mouse button. Turn on solid until the key indicates that the battery electric power is low and the remote control will not go into the standby status or sleep mode. Use the remote as follows. 4 In Windows, Click Start -> Control Panel to open the Bluetooth device guide...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Replacement Guide V1.0
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... have the TV-Tuner card installed. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Fan (CPU and MXM) • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) (Only some models are equipped with your computer. If you can be used by Lenovo®. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to those computer models that was included with wired Keyboard and Mouse). • Power cord, Power adapter • Remote control Safety information for...
... have the TV-Tuner card installed. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Fan (CPU and MXM) • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) (Only some models are equipped with your computer. If you can be used by Lenovo®. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to those computer models that was included with wired Keyboard and Mouse). • Power cord, Power adapter • Remote control Safety information for...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Replacement Guide V1.0
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... correctly and that the tabs on the parts replaced, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. 1. Also, depending on the cover align with the slots of the computer chassis, and system bay. 3. cables, including wired internet and power cords. Attention: Keep cables clear of the hinges, sides of the chassis. 26 Hardware Replacement Guide 31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 26 2009.1.12 3:50...
... correctly and that the tabs on the parts replaced, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. 1. Also, depending on the cover align with the slots of the computer chassis, and system bay. 3. cables, including wired internet and power cords. Attention: Keep cables clear of the hinges, sides of the chassis. 26 Hardware Replacement Guide 31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 26 2009.1.12 3:50...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... graphics card 53 Replacing the CPU heat sink 56 Replacing the CPU 60 Replacing the speaker system 63 Replacing the camera 67 Replacing the inverter board 70 Replacing the touch sensor board 72 Replacing the LCD panel 75 Replacing the system board 77 Replacing the base stand 79 Replacing the keyboard and Mouse (Only some models are equipped with wired Keyboard and Mouse 81 Replacing the power cord or power adapter 82 Replacing the remote control 82 Completing the installation 83 Chapter 8. Hardware Maintenance Manual Power Supply Problems 23 Beep...
... graphics card 53 Replacing the CPU heat sink 56 Replacing the CPU 60 Replacing the speaker system 63 Replacing the camera 67 Replacing the inverter board 70 Replacing the touch sensor board 72 Replacing the LCD panel 75 Replacing the system board 77 Replacing the base stand 79 Replacing the keyboard and Mouse (Only some models are equipped with wired Keyboard and Mouse 81 Replacing the power cord or power adapter 82 Replacing the remote control 82 Completing the installation 83 Chapter 8. Hardware Maintenance Manual Power Supply Problems 23 Beep...
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... for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 If you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. If you did not receive the correct response, proceed to step 6. If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Has this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. •• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades...
... for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 If you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. If you did not receive the correct response, proceed to step 6. If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Has this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. •• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades...
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... expansion cards 6 beeps are absent, one at a time until the problem happens again. Consult your system 8042 Gate A20 test error (cannot manufacturer's technical support. If the video adapter is an integrated part of the add-in cards 7 beeps is an Display memory error (system video add-in base memory (first 64KB block) 3 beeps Base memory read/write test error 4 beeps Fatal error indicating a serious Motherboard timer not operational problem with known good modules. 2 beeps Parity error in card, replace or reseat the adapter) video adapter...
... expansion cards 6 beeps are absent, one at a time until the problem happens again. Consult your system 8042 Gate A20 test error (cannot manufacturer's technical support. If the video adapter is an integrated part of the add-in cards 7 beeps is an Display memory error (system video add-in base memory (first 64KB block) 3 beeps Base memory read/write test error 4 beeps Fatal error indicating a serious Motherboard timer not operational problem with known good modules. 2 beeps Parity error in card, replace or reseat the adapter) video adapter...
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... indicate that no longer functional. PS2 Mouse support is enabled in the BIOS setup butthe device is required to reboot the machine. A reset or power cycle is not detected. Pressing the TAB key permits the user to a weak CMOS battery. To purposely configure the computer without a keyboard, set PS2 Mouse support is auto. This error can plug PS2 Mouse or set keyboardless operation in Phenix BIOS Setup. The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Master/Primary Slave/ Secondary...
... indicate that no longer functional. PS2 Mouse support is enabled in the BIOS setup butthe device is required to reboot the machine. A reset or power cycle is not detected. Pressing the TAB key permits the user to a weak CMOS battery. To purposely configure the computer without a keyboard, set PS2 Mouse support is auto. This error can plug PS2 Mouse or set keyboardless operation in Phenix BIOS Setup. The IDE/ATAPI device configured as Primary Master/Primary Slave/ Secondary...
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... boot device. Memory modules d. Symptom-to-FRU Index POST Error Message Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in selected Boot device Description/Action The BIOS was unable to find the failing device or adapter. Make sure the boot drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is properly connected to re-test the system. 4. Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a slave. 1. Power...
... boot device. Memory modules d. Symptom-to-FRU Index POST Error Message Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in selected Boot device Description/Action The BIOS was unable to find the failing device or adapter. Make sure the boot drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is properly connected to re-test the system. 4. Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a slave. 1. Power...
