IdeaCentre A300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... 41 Replacing the LED panel 43 Replacing the invert board 44 Replacing the camera 45 Replacing the keyboard 46 Replacing the mouse 47 Replacing the power adapter 48 Chapter 9. Symptom-to-FRU Index 20 Hard disk drive boot error 20 POST error codes 21 Undetermined problems 22 Chapter 7. Additional Service Information 49...
... 41 Replacing the LED panel 43 Replacing the invert board 44 Replacing the camera 45 Replacing the keyboard 46 Replacing the mouse 47 Replacing the power adapter 48 Chapter 9. Symptom-to-FRU Index 20 Hard disk drive boot error 20 POST error codes 21 Undetermined problems 22 Chapter 7. Additional Service Information 49...
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...•• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Have the same adapters/attachments in use the following conditions and follow the instructions: • If the computer displays a POST error, go to problem resolution... Look for displayed error codes • Look for the operation system control files Comparing the configuration and software set in problem determination. Power-on the display. Has this configuration ever worked? - Print (print screen) configuration currently in the same locations 4. Are the exact...
...•• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Have the same adapters/attachments in use the following conditions and follow the instructions: • If the computer displays a POST error, go to problem resolution... Look for displayed error codes • Look for the operation system control files Comparing the configuration and software set in problem determination. Power-on the display. Has this configuration ever worked? - Print (print screen) configuration currently in the same locations 4. Are the exact...
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...External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Hard disk drive h. Power-on the computer to reboot the machine. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to find the failing device or adapter. This message appears after a fatal error has been detected. Undetermined problems ...suitable boot device. a. Extended video memory e. Diskette drive 3. If all devices and adapters have bootable media. External Cache RAM g. The system has been halted. External Cache f. Power-off the computer. 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message Primary Master Hard Disk Error...
...External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Hard disk drive h. Power-on the computer to reboot the machine. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to find the failing device or adapter. This message appears after a fatal error has been detected. Undetermined problems ...suitable boot device. a. Extended video memory e. Diskette drive 3. If all devices and adapters have bootable media. External Cache RAM g. The system has been halted. External Cache f. Power-off the computer. 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message Primary Master Hard Disk Error...
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Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing the power adapter To replace the power adapter: 1. Disconnect the power adapter from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the computer and connect the new power adapter to the same connector. 48
Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing the power adapter To replace the power adapter: 1. Disconnect the power adapter from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the computer and connect the new power adapter to the same connector. 48
Lenovo IdeaCentre A300 User Guide v1.0
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...: 1 2 Microphone Use this connector to attach headphones (purchased separately) to your computer when you want to listen to record sound or if you have powered speakers with an adapter: (This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker) User Guide 31041269_A3_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 6 2009.11.24...
...: 1 2 Microphone Use this connector to attach headphones (purchased separately) to your computer when you want to listen to record sound or if you have powered speakers with an adapter: (This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker) User Guide 31041269_A3_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 6 2009.11.24...
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...port on the computer. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. b. Connect the cable to the power source. 1.4.6 If you have powered speakers without an adapter: (This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker) a. On ... 2009.11.24 9:16:38 AM Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. Connect the adapter to the speaker if necessary. Connect the adapter cable to the power source. d. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. a. On some speakers, this cable is permanently ...
...port on the computer. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. b. Connect the cable to the power source. 1.4.6 If you have powered speakers without an adapter: (This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker) a. On ... 2009.11.24 9:16:38 AM Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. Connect the adapter to the speaker if necessary. Connect the adapter cable to the power source. d. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. a. On some speakers, this cable is permanently ...
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1.4.7 Connect any additional devices that you have all connectors shown. 1 2 3 USB connector Use this connector to attach the computer to an connector ethernet-type local area network TV-Tuner connector Only supported on systems with optional TV tuner card. 1.4.8 Connect the power cords properly to attach a device that requires a USB connection. Network adapter Use this connector to grounded electrical outlets. User Guide 31041269_A3_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 8 2009.11.24 9:16:40 AM Your computer might not have .
1.4.7 Connect any additional devices that you have all connectors shown. 1 2 3 USB connector Use this connector to attach the computer to an connector ethernet-type local area network TV-Tuner connector Only supported on systems with optional TV tuner card. 1.4.8 Connect the power cords properly to attach a device that requires a USB connection. Network adapter Use this connector to grounded electrical outlets. User Guide 31041269_A3_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 8 2009.11.24 9:16:40 AM Your computer might not have .
