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... into a non-grounded outlet. This is properly wired, easily accessible, and located close to disconnect external devices. 5 Be sure that the power outlet you suspect a problem with one that the power outlet provides the correct voltage and current for more information if you might damage your computer. otherwise, you have questions...
... into a non-grounded outlet. This is properly wired, easily accessible, and located close to disconnect external devices. 5 Be sure that the power outlet you suspect a problem with one that the power outlet provides the correct voltage and current for more information if you might damage your computer. otherwise, you have questions...
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... information release notes prior to have experienced and how you resolved them. • If required, you can help you can avoid common problems. The following sections provide information that can find your data. With proper care, you to keep up to date with current drivers and...• Keep up to date on device drivers on a regular basis. • To free up your country's customer support center at http://support.lenovo.com to take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software. • Update device drivers and BIOS when needed....
... information release notes prior to have experienced and how you resolved them. • If required, you can help you can avoid common problems. The following sections provide information that can find your data. With proper care, you to keep up to date with current drivers and...• Keep up to date on device drivers on a regular basis. • To free up your country's customer support center at http://support.lenovo.com to take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software. • Update device drivers and BIOS when needed....
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... to do if you need help and service If you experience a problem with installation of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from Lenovo to the Microsoft Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/. Lenovo offers Up and Running technical assistance with your Lenovo-preinstalled Microsoft Windows product. 21 Getting help , service, technical assistance...
... to do if you need help and service If you experience a problem with installation of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from Lenovo to the Microsoft Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/. Lenovo offers Up and Running technical assistance with your Lenovo-preinstalled Microsoft Windows product. 21 Getting help , service, technical assistance...
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... and support. Trained personnel are available during the warranty period, you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty period: • Problem determination - Occasionally, there might be caused by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that are available to -date information about options that can...
... and support. Trained personnel are available during the warranty period, you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty period: • Problem determination - Occasionally, there might be caused by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that are available to -date information about options that can...
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...when you make your system Note: For the latest list of customer support center telephone numbers and hours of purchase to http://support.lenovo.com. Chapter 3. Getting help you have the following information available: • Machine Type and Model • Serial number of ...your computer and your proof of purchase • Description of the problem • Hardware and software configuration information for your call . When calling for technical assistance, please have downloaded the most current drivers and ...
...when you make your system Note: For the latest list of customer support center telephone numbers and hours of purchase to http://support.lenovo.com. Chapter 3. Getting help you have the following information available: • Machine Type and Model • Serial number of ...your computer and your proof of purchase • Description of the problem • Hardware and software configuration information for your call . When calling for technical assistance, please have downloaded the most current drivers and ...
Hardware Maintenance Manual - Notebook
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iv Before servicing a Lenovo product, make sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Use this manual to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for servicing computers. • The product-specific section includes service, reference, and ...provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. Important: This manual is divided into the following Lenovo product: G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch Use this manual to read all the information under "Safety information" on page ...
iv Before servicing a Lenovo product, make sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Use this manual to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for servicing computers. • The product-specific section includes service, reference, and ...provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. Important: This manual is divided into the following Lenovo product: G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch Use this manual to read all the information under "Safety information" on page ...
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...safety hazards they present: • Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame can continue without first correcting the problem. Check exterior covers for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 9. Use good judgment as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids...the power cord for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Check for : a. Check inside the unit for any unsafe conditions are any non-Lenovo alterations. 7. As each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to assist you can cause serious or fatal electrical ...
...safety hazards they present: • Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame can continue without first correcting the problem. Check exterior covers for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 9. Use good judgment as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids...the power cord for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Check for : a. Check inside the unit for any unsafe conditions are any non-Lenovo alterations. 7. As each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to assist you can cause serious or fatal electrical ...
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...alter the settings. This will cause all customer data on the hard disk to replace an FRU, but the replacement does not solve the problem, reinstall the original FRU before performing this action. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting. Attention: ... the data before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to replace either of them does not solve the problem, reinstall that changed . Important notice for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are instructed to those settings ...
...alter the settings. This will cause all customer data on the hard disk to replace an FRU, but the replacement does not solve the problem, reinstall the original FRU before performing this action. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting. Attention: ... the data before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to replace either of them does not solve the problem, reinstall that changed . Important notice for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are instructed to those settings ...
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... nylon-coated screws. • Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Consider replacing an FRU only when a problem recurs. Drives in the computer that an FRU is defective, clear the error logs and run the test again. When you suspect that you select...
... nylon-coated screws. • Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. Consider replacing an FRU only when a problem recurs. Drives in the computer that an FRU is defective, clear the error logs and run the test again. When you suspect that you select...
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... keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard • Use of service 3. Machine type, model number, and serial number 8. Before checking problems with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of an incompatible card • Improper disk insertion or use . Customer's name and address...a symptom of unauthorized service or modification. • If the spindle of a hard disk drive becomes noisy, it : 1. Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you attach to it may have been cracked...
... keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard • Use of service 3. Machine type, model number, and serial number 8. Before checking problems with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of an incompatible card • Improper disk insertion or use . Customer's name and address...a symptom of unauthorized service or modification. • If the spindle of a hard disk drive becomes noisy, it : 1. Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you attach to it may have been cracked...
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... check whether the battery charges properly during operation, go to "Checking operational charging". If the voltage is supplied when you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one of the following power supply checkouts: • "Checking the AC adapter" on page 21 • "Checking operational..., follow the steps below : 1. See the following : • Replace the system board. • If the problem persists, go to "Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/ G505s/G500s Touch" on page 22 Checking the AC adapter You are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is...
... check whether the battery charges properly during operation, go to "Checking operational charging". If the voltage is supplied when you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one of the following power supply checkouts: • "Checking the AC adapter" on page 21 • "Checking operational..., follow the steps below : 1. See the following : • Replace the system board. • If the problem persists, go to "Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/ G505s/G500s Touch" on page 22 Checking the AC adapter You are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is...
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Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch Table 2. The battery is in sleep mode. When battery charge reaches 20%, the blinking color changes to white. The computer is being charged. There is powered off. The computer is a problem with the battery or the battery connection. The battery has between 20% and 80% charge...
Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch Table 2. The battery is in sleep mode. When battery charge reaches 20%, the blinking color changes to white. The computer is being charged. There is powered off. The computer is a problem with the battery or the battery connection. The battery has between 20% and 80% charge...
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... step. • Make sure that you removed. Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch FRU replacement notices This section presents notices related to tighten. • Each one should be used only once. In the Lenovo computer, this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that you ...use the correct screws. Read this machine: • Keep the screw kit in the table. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. Tighten screws as follows: • Plastic to plastic Turn an additional 90° after the screw head touches the surface of the plastic ...
... step. • Make sure that you removed. Lenovo G400s/G405s/G400s Touch/G500s/G505s/G500s Touch FRU replacement notices This section presents notices related to tighten. • Each one should be used only once. In the Lenovo computer, this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that you ...use the correct screws. Read this machine: • Keep the screw kit in the table. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. Tighten screws as follows: • Plastic to plastic Turn an additional 90° after the screw head touches the surface of the plastic ...
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... on the original product. 3 If the Service Provider determines that it is unable to either repair or replace your product, your problem by Lenovo may not be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent. If so, the Service Provider will be new, but it...part. The Service Provider may be resolved with one that you to Lenovo for replacement. The replacement product or part shall be resolved over the telephone; Some problems may direct you must follow the specified problem determination and resolution procedures. Warranty Service Information" below. If the ...
... on the original product. 3 If the Service Provider determines that it is unable to either repair or replace your product, your problem by Lenovo may not be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent. If so, the Service Provider will be new, but it...part. The Service Provider may be resolved with one that you to Lenovo for replacement. The replacement product or part shall be resolved over the telephone; Some problems may direct you must follow the specified problem determination and resolution procedures. Warranty Service Information" below. If the ...
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... will ship the CRU to your sole remedy under "Part 3 - The Service Provider will attempt to diagnose and resolve your problem by Lenovo may be resolved with one that it is unable to repair your product, the Service Provider will replace it will arrange for service... be new, but it with a replacement part that it is at least functionally equivalent to Lenovo for replacement. Only unaltered Lenovo products and parts are eligible for a refund of your problem cannot be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent. Warranty Service Information" below. ...
... will ship the CRU to your sole remedy under "Part 3 - The Service Provider will attempt to diagnose and resolve your problem by Lenovo may be resolved with one that it is unable to repair your product, the Service Provider will replace it will arrange for service... be new, but it with a replacement part that it is at least functionally equivalent to Lenovo for replacement. Only unaltered Lenovo products and parts are eligible for a refund of your problem cannot be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent. Warranty Service Information" below. ...
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... amber There is in sleep mode. Solid amber The battery has between 20% and 80% charge and is still charging. Chapter 1. Blinking The computer is a problem with the battery or the battery connection. Off The computer is fully charged. 13 On (solid white) The battery has more than 20% charge. When...
... amber There is in sleep mode. Solid amber The battery has between 20% and 80% charge and is still charging. Chapter 1. Blinking The computer is a problem with the battery or the battery connection. Off The computer is fully charged. 13 On (solid white) The battery has more than 20% charge. When...
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... to explore. Chapter 2. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on the Start screen, to use Windows 8.1 Help and support If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. You can find it on your keyboard layout).
... to explore. Chapter 2. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on the Start screen, to use Windows 8.1 Help and support If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. You can find it on your keyboard layout).
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...a working electrical outlet. - Do one of your hard disk to resume from the screen saver or to its original factory contents using the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. Press any key on the screen, have the computer serviced. The AC power adapter is connected to confirm whether the backlight... your Windows environment or the entire contents of the following to exit from sleep mode: - Touch the touchpad. - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Display problems When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on . • Your screen saver or power management may be enabled.
...a working electrical outlet. - Do one of your hard disk to resume from the screen saver or to its original factory contents using the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. Press any key on the screen, have the computer serviced. The AC power adapter is connected to confirm whether the backlight... your Windows environment or the entire contents of the following to exit from sleep mode: - Touch the touchpad. - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Display problems When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on . • Your screen saver or power management may be enabled.
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...or a marketing representative to reset your user password. • If you forget your administrator password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password. Sleep problems The critical low-battery error message appears, and the computer immediately turns off. • The battery ... Proof of purchase is within the acceptable range. Proof of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. See "Chapter 2. Connect the AC power adapter to have the computer serviced. 33 Troubleshooting BIOS password problems I forgot my password. • If you forget your...
...or a marketing representative to reset your user password. • If you forget your administrator password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password. Sleep problems The critical low-battery error message appears, and the computer immediately turns off. • The battery ... Proof of purchase is within the acceptable range. Proof of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. See "Chapter 2. Connect the AC power adapter to have the computer serviced. 33 Troubleshooting BIOS password problems I forgot my password. • If you forget your...
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...or the battery and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted." - If the computer is blank. • Do the following: - If the problem persists, follow the solution in sleep mode, connect the AC power adapter to confirm whether the backlight for 4 seconds or more. Unsaved data may be... correctly? Troubleshooting The computer does not return from sleep mode, and the computer does not work. • If your computer is in the next problem "The screen is on the screen. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for the LCD screen has been turned off , reset...
...or the battery and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted." - If the computer is blank. • Do the following: - If the problem persists, follow the solution in sleep mode, connect the AC power adapter to confirm whether the backlight for 4 seconds or more. Unsaved data may be... correctly? Troubleshooting The computer does not return from sleep mode, and the computer does not work. • If your computer is in the next problem "The screen is on the screen. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for the LCD screen has been turned off , reset...