Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Replacement Guide V1.1
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Contents Overview 1 Chapter 1 Locations 4 Locating components and connectors 4 Identifying parts on the system board 6 Chapter 2 Replacing hardware 8 General information 8 Removing the computer cover 8 Replacing the hard disk drive 11 Replacing an optical drive 17 Replacing a memory module 19 Replacing the CPU fan 20 Replacing the MXM fan 22 Replacing the keyboard and mouse 23 Replacing the power cord or power adapter 24 Replacing the remote control 25 Completing the installation 25 Appendix 29 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 32 2009.4.10 3:38:56 PM
Contents Overview 1 Chapter 1 Locations 4 Locating components and connectors 4 Identifying parts on the system board 6 Chapter 2 Replacing hardware 8 General information 8 Removing the computer cover 8 Replacing the hard disk drive 11 Replacing an optical drive 17 Replacing a memory module 19 Replacing the CPU fan 20 Replacing the MXM fan 22 Replacing the keyboard and mouse 23 Replacing the power cord or power adapter 24 Replacing the remote control 25 Completing the installation 25 Appendix 29 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 32 2009.4.10 3:38:56 PM
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Replacement Guide V1.1
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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. It is intended to be referred to those computer models that have the TV-Tuner card installed. It...often be used by -step procedures. Note: Use only parts provided 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 replacing the following parts: ...
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. It is intended to be referred to those computer models that have the TV-Tuner card installed. It...often be used by -step procedures. Note: Use only parts provided 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 replacing the following parts: ...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Replacement Guide V1.1
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... right view of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause thermal problems. 8 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 Power button IEEE 1394 connector USB ports (2) Headphone connector Microphone connector Memory card reader Optical drive slot 12 11 10 9 7 Camera Brightness down touch button Brightness...
... right view of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause thermal problems. 8 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 Power button IEEE 1394 connector USB ports (2) Headphone connector Microphone connector Memory card reader Optical drive slot 12 11 10 9 7 Camera Brightness down touch button Brightness...
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Rear view of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. 6 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 6 2009.4.10 3:37:37 PM It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of the computer 1 2 3 4 5 TV tuner (Select models only) USB ports (4) Ethernet connector Power connector Cable routing clip Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer.
Rear view of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. 6 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 6 2009.4.10 3:37:37 PM It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of the computer 1 2 3 4 5 TV tuner (Select models only) USB ports (4) Ethernet connector Power connector Cable routing clip Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer.
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...sensor board connector CPU socket MXM graphics card connector Hard disk drive SATA cable connector Onboard LVDS MXM LVDS Camera cable connector Power switch or hard disk drive LED cable connector Memory card reader IEEE 1394 connector USB connectors (2) USB connectors (2) S/PDIF ...connector Microphone connector Left speaker cable connector System fan cable connector HDD power cable connector Rear I/O board connector Memory slots Subwoofer speaker cable connector CPU fan cable connector Right speaker cable connector WLAN card ...
...sensor board connector CPU socket MXM graphics card connector Hard disk drive SATA cable connector Onboard LVDS MXM LVDS Camera cable connector Power switch or hard disk drive LED cable connector Memory card reader IEEE 1394 connector USB connectors (2) USB connectors (2) S/PDIF ...connector Microphone connector Left speaker cable connector System fan cable connector HDD power cable connector Rear I/O board connector Memory slots Subwoofer speaker cable connector CPU fan cable connector Right speaker cable connector WLAN card ...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Hardware Replacement Guide V1.1
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... the "Important safety information" in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. Removing the computer cover Attention: Turn off the power to the Support Web site at , stable surface. Chapter Replacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair...HMM, go to the system and all power and signal cables from scratches or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen surface from the computer. 3. Lenovo recommends that you do the following: 1. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo. General information Pre-disassembly instructions Before ...
... the "Important safety information" in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. Removing the computer cover Attention: Turn off the power to the Support Web site at , stable surface. Chapter Replacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair...HMM, go to the system and all power and signal cables from scratches or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen surface from the computer. 3. Lenovo recommends that you do the following: 1. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo. General information Pre-disassembly instructions Before ...
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Unplug all power cords from the drives, shut down your operating system, turn off all cables attached to the computer. Remove the five rubber caps covering the ... any other cables that are connected to "Locating connectors on the system cover. 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 9 Hardware Replacement Guide 9 2009.4.10 3:37:42 PM This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. 1.
Unplug all power cords from the drives, shut down your operating system, turn off all cables attached to the computer. Remove the five rubber caps covering the ... any other cables that are connected to "Locating connectors on the system cover. 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 9 Hardware Replacement Guide 9 2009.4.10 3:37:42 PM This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. 1.
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Gently pry open the side rails. 4. Remove the hard disk drive from the drive carrier. Remove the hard disk drive from the drive carrier. 14 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 14 2009.4.10 3:38:09 PM Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. 5.
Gently pry open the side rails. 4. Remove the hard disk drive from the drive carrier. Remove the hard disk drive from the drive carrier. 14 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 14 2009.4.10 3:38:09 PM Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. 5.
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8. Close the system bay. 16 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 16 2009.4.10 3:38:20 PM Connect one end of the power and data cables to the hard disk drive and the other end of the cables to the system board. 9.
8. Close the system bay. 16 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 16 2009.4.10 3:38:20 PM Connect one end of the power and data cables to the hard disk drive and the other end of the cables to the system board. 9.
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Replacing an optical drive To replace an optical drive 1. Remove the computer cover. 10. Refer to "Completing the installation." Refer to step 2 of the cables from the system board. 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 17 Hardware Replacement Guide 17 2009.4.10 3:38:33 PM Refer to "Removing the computer cover." 2. Disconnect one end of the ODD data and power cable from the rear of the optical drive and the other end of the "Replacing the hard disk drive" section. 3. Open the system bay.
Replacing an optical drive To replace an optical drive 1. Remove the computer cover. 10. Refer to "Completing the installation." Refer to step 2 of the cables from the system board. 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 17 Hardware Replacement Guide 17 2009.4.10 3:38:33 PM Refer to "Removing the computer cover." 2. Disconnect one end of the ODD data and power cable from the rear of the optical drive and the other end of the "Replacing the hard disk drive" section. 3. Open the system bay.
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Attach the side rail to the optical drive and the system board. 18 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 18 2009.4.10 3:38:37 PM Press the release latch in and slide the optical drive out of the drive bay . 5. Slide the new optical drive into the optical drive mounting holes. 7. Make sure that the pins go into the drive bay. 8. Connect the ODD data and power cable to the new optical drive. Remove the side rail. 6. 4.
Attach the side rail to the optical drive and the system board. 18 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 18 2009.4.10 3:38:37 PM Press the release latch in and slide the optical drive out of the drive bay . 5. Slide the new optical drive into the optical drive mounting holes. 7. Make sure that the pins go into the drive bay. 8. Connect the ODD data and power cable to the new optical drive. Remove the side rail. 6. 4.
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... view of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the same connector. 5. Refer to the USB connector at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. To replace the power cord and power adapter: 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect the failing keyboard or mouse cable from the...at either the side or rear of the computer. 4. Note: Your keyboard and mouse might be connected to the "Completing the installation". Unplug all power cords from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2.
... view of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the same connector. 5. Refer to the USB connector at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. To replace the power cord and power adapter: 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect the failing keyboard or mouse cable from the...at either the side or rear of the computer. 4. Note: Your keyboard and mouse might be connected to the "Completing the installation". Unplug all power cords from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2.
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Disconnect the failing power cord and adapter from the failing remote control before you need to "Rear view". 3. Replacing the remote control Note: Remove the batteries from the computer and connect the new power cord and adapter to Lenovo for the power cord. Completing the installation After replacing the parts, you return it to the same connector. 4. Locate the connector for a replacement. 2. Refer to install the computer cover and reconnect Hardware Replacement Guide 25 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 25 2009.4.10 3:38:51 PM Refer to the "Completing the installation".
Disconnect the failing power cord and adapter from the failing remote control before you need to "Rear view". 3. Replacing the remote control Note: Remove the batteries from the computer and connect the new power cord and adapter to Lenovo for the power cord. Completing the installation After replacing the parts, you return it to the same connector. 4. Locate the connector for a replacement. 2. Refer to install the computer cover and reconnect Hardware Replacement Guide 25 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 25 2009.4.10 3:38:51 PM Refer to the "Completing the installation".
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... parts replaced, you might need to "Locating components and connectors" for the location of the computer chassis, and system bay. 3. cables, including wired internet and power cords. Also, depending on the cover align with the slots of the chassis. 26 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 26 2009.4.10 3:38:52 PM
... parts replaced, you might need to "Locating components and connectors" for the location of the computer chassis, and system bay. 3. cables, including wired internet and power cords. Also, depending on the cover align with the slots of the chassis. 26 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 26 2009.4.10 3:38:52 PM
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7. Place the five rubber caps over the screws, as shown below. 8. Reconnect the external cables and power cords into the computer. Refer to "Locating components and connectors". Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. 28 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 28 2009.4.10 3:38:55 PM
7. Place the five rubber caps over the screws, as shown below. 8. Reconnect the external cables and power cords into the computer. Refer to "Locating components and connectors". Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. 28 Hardware Replacement Guide 31037963_A6_HRG_EN_V1.1.indd 28 2009.4.10 3:38:55 PM
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 Quick Reference V1.2
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... 2. Turn the mouse on how to the image. E-Mail Key: Open the E-mail. Mute. Note: The remote control cannot turn on. 1 Power button 2 USB ports (2) 3 Headphone connector 4 Microphone connector 5 Optical drive slot 5 6 Camera 7 Brightness down . See section Wireless keyboard and ...the batteries from orange to the computer less than discs. After installing the batteries, press the power button on how to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo's pre-loaded Home PC software. The touch buttons are functional. 3. Stop. Previous. Play or pause. Volume down ...
... 2. Turn the mouse on how to the image. E-Mail Key: Open the E-mail. Mute. Note: The remote control cannot turn on. 1 Power button 2 USB ports (2) 3 Headphone connector 4 Microphone connector 5 Optical drive slot 5 6 Camera 7 Brightness down . See section Wireless keyboard and ...the batteries from orange to the computer less than discs. After installing the batteries, press the power button on how to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo's pre-loaded Home PC software. The touch buttons are functional. 3. Stop. Previous. Play or pause. Volume down ...
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... Wireless Device dialog box, right click on and the remote control can be configured by the remote control. For more than the intended one. The air mouse buttons are 3 beeps during 10-20 seconds, the remote control switches to sleep mode. Doing so might receive an...the batteries as indicated below. 1 Pull the lid of the battery compartment on Connect to establish the Bluetooth connection. When the remote control power indicator blinks every three seconds, this indicates disconnection or that the joystick game is in telephone mode, the remote control will turn on ....
... Wireless Device dialog box, right click on and the remote control can be configured by the remote control. For more than the intended one. The air mouse buttons are 3 beeps during 10-20 seconds, the remote control switches to sleep mode. Doing so might receive an...the batteries as indicated below. 1 Pull the lid of the battery compartment on Connect to establish the Bluetooth connection. When the remote control power indicator blinks every three seconds, this indicates disconnection or that the joystick game is in telephone mode, the remote control will turn on ....
Lenovo IdeaCentre A600 User Guide V1.2
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Blocked air vents can cause thermal problems. 8 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 Power button IEEE 1394 connector USB ports (2) Headphone connector Microphone connector Memory card reader Optical drive slot 12 11 10 9 7 Camera Brightness down touch button Brightness up touch button LCD On/Off Optical drive eject touch button Built-in microphone User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 2 2009.8.7 4:48:19 PM 1.1 Left and right view of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer.
Blocked air vents can cause thermal problems. 8 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 Power button IEEE 1394 connector USB ports (2) Headphone connector Microphone connector Memory card reader Optical drive slot 12 11 10 9 7 Camera Brightness down touch button Brightness up touch button LCD On/Off Optical drive eject touch button Built-in microphone User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 2 2009.8.7 4:48:19 PM 1.1 Left and right view of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer.
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User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 3 2009.8.7 4:48:20 PM 1.2 Rear view of the computer 1 2 3 4 5 TV tuner (Select models only) USB ports (4) Ethernet connector Power connector Cable routing clip 1.3 Connecting your computer Use the following information to the icons. Note: Your computer might not have all of your computer. Match the connectors to connect your computer: • Look for the small connector icons on the back of the connectors that are described in this section.
User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 3 2009.8.7 4:48:20 PM 1.2 Rear view of the computer 1 2 3 4 5 TV tuner (Select models only) USB ports (4) Ethernet connector Power connector Cable routing clip 1.3 Connecting your computer Use the following information to the icons. Note: Your computer might not have all of your computer. Match the connectors to connect your computer: • Look for the small connector icons on the back of the connectors that are described in this section.
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... the appropriate keyboard connector (USB connector). 1.3.3 Connect the mouse cable to ensure that the required voltage and frequency match the available power source. If your computer is equipped with this device. 1.3.1 Check the voltage rating before you connect the equipment to an electrical ...outlet to the appropriate mouse connector (USB connector). Note: If your computer uses an AC adapter: Note: Use only the Lenovo provided AC adapter approved for use with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow those installation instructions. User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 4 2009.8.7 ...
... the appropriate keyboard connector (USB connector). 1.3.3 Connect the mouse cable to ensure that the required voltage and frequency match the available power source. If your computer is equipped with this device. 1.3.1 Check the voltage rating before you connect the equipment to an electrical ...outlet to the appropriate mouse connector (USB connector). Note: If your computer uses an AC adapter: Note: Use only the Lenovo provided AC adapter approved for use with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow those installation instructions. User Guide 31039406_A6_UG_EN_V1.2.indd 4 2009.8.7 ...