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... rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 89. First Edition (Dec. 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″ contract, use... disclosure. Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925. © 2010 Lenovo
... rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 89. First Edition (Dec. 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″ contract, use... disclosure. Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925. © 2010 Lenovo
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... Passwords 24 Power-on password 24 Supervisor password 24 Power management 25 Screen blank mode 25 Sleep (standby) mode 25 Hibernation mode 26 Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 27 Specifications 27 Status indicators 29 Fn key combinations 31 FRU replacement notices 32 Screw notices 32 Removing and replacing an FRU 33 1010...
... Passwords 24 Power-on password 24 Supervisor password 24 Power management 25 Screen blank mode 25 Sleep (standby) mode 25 Hibernation mode 26 Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 27 Specifications 27 Status indicators 29 Fn key combinations 31 FRU replacement notices 32 Screw notices 32 Removing and replacing an FRU 33 1010...
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..., reference, and product-specific parts information. Use this manual to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, make sure to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16. iv About this...
..., reference, and product-specific parts information. Use this manual to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, make sure to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16. iv About this...
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Safety information Safety information This chapter presents the following safety information that you need to get familiar with before you service a Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 computer: •• "General safety" on page 2 •• "Electrical safety" on page 3 •• "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 •• "Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 •• "Grounding requirements" on page 6 •• "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 •• "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 1
Safety information Safety information This chapter presents the following safety information that you need to get familiar with before you service a Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 computer: •• "General safety" on page 2 •• "Electrical safety" on page 3 •• "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 •• "Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 •• "Grounding requirements" on page 6 •• "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 •• "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 1
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... to lift any object that weighs more than 16 kg (35 lb) or that you are servicing the machine. •• Keep your clothing. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual General safety Follow these rules below to lift it. 4. Attention: Metal objects are good electrical conductors. •• Wear safety...
... to lift any object that weighs more than 16 kg (35 lb) or that you are servicing the machine. •• Keep your clothing. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual General safety Follow these rules below to lift it. 4. Attention: Metal objects are good electrical conductors. •• Wear safety...
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Performing a mechanical inspection - Working near you. Attention: Another person must be there to lock the wall box in the off (EPO) switch, disconnecting the switch or electrical outlet. Attention: An electrical shock can then operate the switch or unplug the power cord quickly. •• Do not work on a machine that supplies power to the machine, and to switch off . 3 When using testers, set the controls correctly and use the approved probe leads and accessories for these precautions are in your pocket or behind your electrical hand tools for safe operational condition....
Performing a mechanical inspection - Working near you. Attention: Another person must be there to lock the wall box in the off (EPO) switch, disconnecting the switch or electrical outlet. Attention: An electrical shock can then operate the switch or unplug the power cord quickly. •• Do not work on a machine that supplies power to the machine, and to switch off . 3 When using testers, set the controls correctly and use the approved probe leads and accessories for these precautions are in your pocket or behind your electrical hand tools for safe operational condition....
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Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual •• Always look carefully for possible hazards in a machine: - Send the victim to get medical aid. 4 such touching can cause personal ...
Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual •• Always look carefully for possible hazards in a machine: - Send the victim to get medical aid. 4 such touching can cause personal ...
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... from injury. If any potential unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards according to the attachment of any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Disconnect the power cord. 3. b. As each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to the safety of non...-Lenovo features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to measure third-wire ground continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ...
... from injury. If any potential unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards according to the attachment of any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Disconnect the power cord. 3. b. As each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to the safety of non...-Lenovo features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to measure third-wire ground continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ...
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... touching your clothing. Proper grounding of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Note: The use an ESD common ground or reference point. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that meets the specific service requirement. You can occur when there is insulative and retains a charge even when you...
... touching your clothing. Proper grounding of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Note: The use an ESD common ground or reference point. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that meets the specific service requirement. You can occur when there is insulative and retains a charge even when you...
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..., it is certified in exposure to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Lenovo computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt... verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. to conform to hazardous laser radiation. Werden Steuer- Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products...
..., it is certified in exposure to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Lenovo computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt... verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. to conform to hazardous laser radiation. Werden Steuer- Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products...
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... fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are installed before completing the service action. Enter a serial number or select a product or use Lenovo smart downloading. 3. Select the BIOS/Driver/Applications and download. 4. "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on the screen and...the system board before replacing any FRUs listed in this manual. The BIOS and device drivers are customer-installable. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important service information This chapter presents the following important service information: •• "Strategy for...
... fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are installed before completing the service action. Enter a serial number or select a product or use Lenovo smart downloading. 3. Select the BIOS/Driver/Applications and download. 4. "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on the screen and...the system board before replacing any FRUs listed in this manual. The BIOS and device drivers are customer-installable. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important service information This chapter presents the following important service information: •• "Strategy for...
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Important service information Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing FRUs: •• If you are instructed to see if the symptoms change. Before replacing the adapter or device, remove the FRUs one by one FRU, any of the FRUs may have been customized. Important notice for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to those settings remain in the computer you are servicing may have been changed. Note the current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); Make sure that changed the symptoms. Attention: ...
Important service information Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and servicing FRUs: •• If you are instructed to see if the symptoms change. Before replacing the adapter or device, remove the FRUs one by one FRU, any of the FRUs may have been customized. Important notice for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to those settings remain in the computer you are servicing may have been changed. Note the current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); Make sure that changed the symptoms. Attention: ...
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Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs RoHS, The Restriction of the order. 18 RoHS requirements must be implemented on Lenovo products placed on the market before June 2006 are identified with RoHS compliant ones, so only the FRUs...RoHS Note: A direct substitution is a part with the same fit and function are not required to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant FRUs. RoHS compliant FRUs have RoHS compliant parts. In all cases if the original FRU parts are non-...
Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs RoHS, The Restriction of the order. 18 RoHS requirements must be implemented on Lenovo products placed on the market before June 2006 are identified with RoHS compliant ones, so only the FRUs...RoHS Note: A direct substitution is a part with the same fit and function are not required to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant FRUs. RoHS compliant FRUs have RoHS compliant parts. In all cases if the original FRU parts are non-...
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Consider replacing an FRU only when a problem recurs. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might have nothing to the FRU parts list. • An FRU should not be overwritten. • Replace an FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. When you replace an FRU, make sure to replace a nondefective FRU. 19 Single failures can service the computer. • Before replacing any FRU, read the following information: •• "What to do with another FRU of a single, unreproducible failure. If the error does not recur, do not ...
Consider replacing an FRU only when a problem recurs. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might have nothing to the FRU parts list. • An FRU should not be overwritten. • Replace an FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. When you replace an FRU, make sure to replace a nondefective FRU. 19 Single failures can service the computer. • Before replacing any FRU, read the following information: •• "What to do with another FRU of a single, unreproducible failure. If the error does not recur, do not ...
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Name and phone number of service 3. Failing FRU name and part number 7. Date on laptop products The following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: •• Missing parts might indicate that the system was caused by misuse, accident, ... keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard •• Use of an incorrect AC adapter on which the failing FRU was detected 6. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you must include the following are not covered under warranty: •...
Name and phone number of service 3. Failing FRU name and part number 7. Date on laptop products The following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: •• Missing parts might indicate that the system was caused by misuse, accident, ... keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard •• Use of an incorrect AC adapter on which the failing FRU was detected 6. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you must include the following are not covered under warranty: •...
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... the AC adapter cable from the one of the following : •• Replace the system board. •• If the problem continues, go to "Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter for the AC adapter pin No. 2 may differ from the computer. 2. See the following...
... the AC adapter cable from the one of the following : •• Replace the system board. •• If the problem continues, go to "Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter for the AC adapter pin No. 2 may differ from the computer. 2. See the following...
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... battery pack, follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 5 and 7. The resistance must be charged. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. If the battery status indicator or icon does not light on , replace the system board. After it cools...
... battery pack, follow the steps below: 1. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 5 and 7. The resistance must be charged. Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. If the battery status indicator or icon does not light on , replace the system board. After it cools...
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... System. If you are unable to use the recovery discs that store your backed up data to restore your first boot up, just enter Lenovo OneKey Rescue System and run Restore to factory default. Using recovery discs When you replace a hard disk drive in your computer, you need... This chapter presents the following information: •• "Restoring the factory contents by using OneKey Recovery Restore of factory default The Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 computers come with pre-installed OneKey Rescue System.In order to save application files and the initial backed up files of your new...
... System. If you are unable to use the recovery discs that store your backed up data to restore your first boot up, just enter Lenovo OneKey Rescue System and run Restore to factory default. Using recovery discs When you replace a hard disk drive in your computer, you need... This chapter presents the following information: •• "Restoring the factory contents by using OneKey Recovery Restore of factory default The Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 computers come with pre-installed OneKey Rescue System.In order to save application files and the initial backed up files of your new...
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Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual When you use the recovery discs to complete the whole recovery process. The password must be entered before an operating system can ... fee. 24 Power-on password A power-on password (POP) protects the system from being powered on password (POP) and the supervisor password (SVP). If any Lenovo computer: the power-on by an unauthorized person. The computer does not start until the password is booted. Exception: If only an SVP is installed...
Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575 Hardware Maintenance Manual When you use the recovery discs to complete the whole recovery process. The password must be entered before an operating system can ... fee. 24 Power-on password A power-on password (POP) protects the system from being powered on password (POP) and the supervisor password (SVP). If any Lenovo computer: the power-on by an unauthorized person. The computer does not start until the password is booted. Exception: If only an SVP is installed...
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Note: The computer does not accept any action to reenter operation mode. 25 Wait a few seconds before taking any input immediately after it enters sleep (standby) mode. To reduce power consumption, the computer has three power management modes: screen blank, sleep (standby), and hibernation. You can also turn off . •• The CPU stops. Sleep (standby) mode When the computer enters sleep (standby) mode, the following events occur in the following : •• Press the Fn key. •• Open the lid. •• Turn on the timer, and the user does not do one ...
Note: The computer does not accept any action to reenter operation mode. 25 Wait a few seconds before taking any input immediately after it enters sleep (standby) mode. To reduce power consumption, the computer has three power management modes: screen blank, sleep (standby), and hibernation. You can also turn off . •• The CPU stops. Sleep (standby) mode When the computer enters sleep (standby) mode, the following events occur in the following : •• Press the Fn key. •• Open the lid. •• Turn on the timer, and the user does not do one ...
