Lenovo IdeaCentre B500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... 44 Replacing a memory module 45 Replacing the MXM graphic card 45 Replacing the TV tuner card and wireless card 46 Replacing the system board 47 Replacing the touch sensor board 49 Replacing the LCD panel 51 Replacing the camera 52 Replacing the keyboard 53 Replacing the Mouse 54 Replacing the power cord or power adapter 55 Replacing the remote control 55 Chapter 9. Symptom-to-FRU Index 22 Hard disk drive boot error 22 Power Supply Problems 23 Beep symptoms 24 POST error codes 24 Undetermined problems 26 Chapter 7. Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter...
... 44 Replacing a memory module 45 Replacing the MXM graphic card 45 Replacing the TV tuner card and wireless card 46 Replacing the system board 47 Replacing the touch sensor board 49 Replacing the LCD panel 51 Replacing the camera 52 Replacing the keyboard 53 Replacing the Mouse 54 Replacing the power cord or power adapter 55 Replacing the remote control 55 Chapter 9. Symptom-to-FRU Index 22 Hard disk drive boot error 22 Power Supply Problems 23 Beep symptoms 24 POST error codes 24 Undetermined problems 26 Chapter 7. Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter...
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... working on ac-operated computers. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on a double-insulated or battery-operated system. Proper grounding of a grounding system is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Make sure that meets the specific service requirement. Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. •• Prevent the part...
... working on ac-operated computers. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on a double-insulated or battery-operated system. Proper grounding of a grounding system is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Make sure that meets the specific service requirement. Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. •• Prevent the part...
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... cables and power cords. 3. A down-level BIOS might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence changed. Set all external devices. 13 See "Starting the Setup Utility program". 2. Power-on the system. General error messages appear if a problem or conflict is installed on all display controls to Enhanced. • Before replacing any FRUs, ensure that software package. Use the following : 1. General Checkout Attention The drives in quiet mode (no beep, no memory count and checkpoint code display...
... cables and power cords. 3. A down-level BIOS might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence changed. Set all external devices. 13 See "Starting the Setup Utility program". 2. Power-on the system. General error messages appear if a problem or conflict is installed on all display controls to Enhanced. • Before replacing any FRUs, ensure that software package. Use the following : 1. General Checkout Attention The drives in quiet mode (no beep, no memory count and checkpoint code display...
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... hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - BIOS level •• Operating system software - Are the exact machine type and models 2. Have the same configuration options set in problem determination. Power-on the computer. • Look for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Have the same adapters/attachments in use the following conditions and follow the instructions...
... hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - BIOS level •• Operating system software - Are the exact machine type and models 2. Have the same configuration options set in problem determination. Power-on the computer. • Look for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Have the same adapters/attachments in use the following conditions and follow the instructions...
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... set , you type the password correctly, the password will be displayed. Enter Current Password and press Enter. Press Enter in the system configuration. Chapter 5. Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. To delete a previously set Device, do not want to save configuration changes and exit setup. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press Enter. 2. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program" on the right side of USB Setup is set others such as Audio Setup and Network Setup. The password...
... set , you type the password correctly, the password will be displayed. Enter Current Password and press Enter. Press Enter in the system configuration. Chapter 5. Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. To delete a previously set Device, do not want to save configuration changes and exit setup. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press Enter. 2. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program" on the right side of USB Setup is set others such as Audio Setup and Network Setup. The password...
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... keyboard is no keys are invalid. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to -FRU Index POST Error Message CMOS Date/Time Not Set CMOS Battery Low CMOS Checksum Bad Primary Master Hard Disk Error Primary Slave Hard Disk Error Secondary Master Hard Disk Error Secondary Slave Hard Disk Error Keyboard error System Halted Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in Phenix BIOS Setup. Make sure the boot drive is required to a weak CMOS battery. Make sure you have bootable media. 25 The CMOS battery is properly connected...
... keyboard is no keys are invalid. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to -FRU Index POST Error Message CMOS Date/Time Not Set CMOS Battery Low CMOS Checksum Bad Primary Master Hard Disk Error Primary Slave Hard Disk Error Secondary Master Hard Disk Error Secondary Slave Hard Disk Error Keyboard error System Halted Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in Phenix BIOS Setup. Make sure the boot drive is required to a weak CMOS battery. Make sure you have bootable media. 25 The CMOS battery is properly connected...
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.... 2. External Cache RAM g. If all devices and adapters have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 26 Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. External Cache f. Memory modules d. Diskette drive 3. Any adapters c. Hardware Maintenance Manual Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive...
.... 2. External Cache RAM g. If all devices and adapters have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 26 Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. External Cache f. Memory modules d. Diskette drive 3. Any adapters c. Hardware Maintenance Manual Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B3 Safety and Warranty Guide V4.1
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... components carefully. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by objects. The power cords shall be used accordingly. Always route power cords so that can stress the cord in the package and your body. • When possible, remove the static-sensitive part from touching components. • When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer...
... components carefully. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by objects. The power cords shall be used accordingly. Always route power cords so that can stress the cord in the package and your body. • When possible, remove the static-sensitive part from touching components. • When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B3 Safety and Warranty Guide V4.1
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... guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that has this label attached. Note to CATV system installer This reminder is recommended that users/installers follow guidelines similar to those that follow local codes and ordinances when installing appliances that connect to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that are present inside these parts, contact a service...
... guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that has this label attached. Note to CATV system installer This reminder is recommended that users/installers follow guidelines similar to those that follow local codes and ordinances when installing appliances that connect to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that are present inside these parts, contact a service...
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... Lenovo will store, use this information to perform service under this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product; • loss of any Personal Data that your data; • any software ...remove all information about identified or identifiable individuals ("Personal Data") is deleted from the owner to have your Service Provider service a product or part if you about your warranty service and your contact information, including name, phone numbers, address, and e-mail address. follow the service...
... Lenovo will store, use this information to perform service under this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product; • loss of any Personal Data that your data; • any software ...remove all information about identified or identifiable individuals ("Personal Data") is deleted from the owner to have your Service Provider service a product or part if you about your warranty service and your contact information, including name, phone numbers, address, and e-mail address. follow the service...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series Quick Reference V3.0
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... buttons. Unpack 1. Computer 2. User manual 2) If the computer is configured with a wired keyboard and mouse, connect the keyboard and mouse cables to the appropriate keyboard (PS/2 connector) and mouse connectors (USB connector). otherwise the computer will be rotated between 15 degrees and 40 degrees from the vertical position; Power cord 4. Mouse 3. Remote control (Selected models only) 1 2 3 5. It can be unstable and could fall over. Keyboard 6. If the computer is configured with a wireless keyboard and mouse, setup the keyboard and mouse wireless connection...
... buttons. Unpack 1. Computer 2. User manual 2) If the computer is configured with a wired keyboard and mouse, connect the keyboard and mouse cables to the appropriate keyboard (PS/2 connector) and mouse connectors (USB connector). otherwise the computer will be rotated between 15 degrees and 40 degrees from the vertical position; Power cord 4. Mouse 3. Remote control (Selected models only) 1 2 3 5. It can be unstable and could fall over. Keyboard 6. If the computer is configured with a wireless keyboard and mouse, setup the keyboard and mouse wireless connection...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series Quick Reference V3.0
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... Bluetooth reset button. Notes: 1) When establishing a wireless connection, it means that the keyboard or mouse is no electronic devices close by, such as possible and insert new batteries. 10. Place the keyboard, mouse and remote control the right way up Novo Vision button PC mode / HDMI-in / AV-in switch Monitor On/Off Memory card reader USB connector Headphone connector Microphone connector Optical drive Power socket Ethernet port USB ports (4) HDMI in the User Guide. Be sure there is being connected. Replace the batteries. 5. ON OFF After installing the batteries, turn...
... Bluetooth reset button. Notes: 1) When establishing a wireless connection, it means that the keyboard or mouse is no electronic devices close by, such as possible and insert new batteries. 10. Place the keyboard, mouse and remote control the right way up Novo Vision button PC mode / HDMI-in / AV-in switch Monitor On/Off Memory card reader USB connector Headphone connector Microphone connector Optical drive Power socket Ethernet port USB ports (4) HDMI in the User Guide. Be sure there is being connected. Replace the batteries. 5. ON OFF After installing the batteries, turn...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series Hardware Replacement Guide V3.0
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... computer models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo®. It does not apply to be used by customers who are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • Power cord Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs...
... computer models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo®. It does not apply to be used by customers who are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • Power cord Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series User Guide
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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup 33 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems 34 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems 35 5.3 Troubleshooting Software Problems 35 5.4 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks 36 5.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows 37 5.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks 38 5.7 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Connection Instructions and Troubleshooting 39 5.8 Troubleshooting wireless mouse and keyboard issues............41 2 Contents
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup 33 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems 34 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems 35 5.3 Troubleshooting Software Problems 35 5.4 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks 36 5.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows 37 5.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks 38 5.7 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Connection Instructions and Troubleshooting 39 5.8 Troubleshooting wireless mouse and keyboard issues............41 2 Contents
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By clicking on "Settings", you can double-click on the lower right corner of double-clicking. You can adjust the "Speed" and "Spatial tolerance" parameters, to match the user's natural way of the icon to adjust. Note: Users can : • Enable / disable options such as "Use your finger as an input device" and "Enable multi-touch gestures and inking". • Select touch actions which you wish to test this. • Enable / disable touch points. On the Touch menu you can access more help information from the Windows "Help and Support" menu. 22 User Guide
By clicking on "Settings", you can double-click on the lower right corner of double-clicking. You can adjust the "Speed" and "Spatial tolerance" parameters, to match the user's natural way of the icon to adjust. Note: Users can : • Enable / disable options such as "Use your finger as an input device" and "Enable multi-touch gestures and inking". • Select touch actions which you wish to test this. • Enable / disable touch points. On the Touch menu you can access more help information from the Windows "Help and Support" menu. 22 User Guide
Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series User Guide
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... Application installation has been installed automatically. User Guide 27 Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Method 1: Automatic Installation Repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open , then select System Setup. 3.3.2 Network Settings Depending on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. If you select "ADSL," input the username and password...
... Application installation has been installed automatically. User Guide 27 Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Method 1: Automatic Installation Repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open , then select System Setup. 3.3.2 Network Settings Depending on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. If you select "ADSL," input the username and password...
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... the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. In case of the LAN. 3.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you access the Password Management for Lenovo Rescue System and manage it. You can restore your system partition to a system backup point or the initial state. 3.6 Create Recovery Disc Create a bootable recovery disc from this image file. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you...
... the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. In case of the LAN. 3.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you access the Password Management for Lenovo Rescue System and manage it. You can restore your system partition to a system backup point or the initial state. 3.6 Create Recovery Disc Create a bootable recovery disc from this image file. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you...
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... apply if you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the LCD screen has been turned on; Setting display background and icon properties: 1. Note: The procedures in a program, see the program's documentation. Problem: You need to Lenovo Customer Service. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: Check that the device is displayed on the monitor.
... apply if you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the LCD screen has been turned on; Setting display background and icon properties: 1. Note: The procedures in a program, see the program's documentation. Problem: You need to Lenovo Customer Service. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: Check that the device is displayed on the monitor.
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... lights of the wireless keyboard and mouse (if they have power ON/OFF switches). 2. Hardware and Sound dialog box. a. Follow steps 1 and 2 from Method 1. 2. Wireless keyboard and mouse connection instructions: Connection methods Hardware method Software method Description Instructions Press the wireless reset button on the back of the "Indicator light guide". 5. When the wireless keyboard is found , enter the PIN code and press the Enter key to Method mouse by adding devices in the 3. Method 1: (Before starting the operating system) 1. How can use the wireless keyboard...
... lights of the wireless keyboard and mouse (if they have power ON/OFF switches). 2. Hardware and Sound dialog box. a. Follow steps 1 and 2 from Method 1. 2. Wireless keyboard and mouse connection instructions: Connection methods Hardware method Software method Description Instructions Press the wireless reset button on the back of the "Indicator light guide". 5. When the wireless keyboard is found , enter the PIN code and press the Enter key to Method mouse by adding devices in the 3. Method 1: (Before starting the operating system) 1. How can use the wireless keyboard...
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... connection. 6. Turn on the back of the wireless keyboard and mouse (if they have power ON/OFF switches). 3. Select the Lenovo Bluetooth Mouse and click Next to install a new wireless keyboard and mouse. 1. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check the indicator lights: for more information see the "Indicator light guide" section. Follow the steps in the "Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions" section in discovery mode and ready to start blinking, indicating your computer, the indicator lights will work properly. Use a wired keyboard...
... connection. 6. Turn on the back of the wireless keyboard and mouse (if they have power ON/OFF switches). 3. Select the Lenovo Bluetooth Mouse and click Next to install a new wireless keyboard and mouse. 1. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check the indicator lights: for more information see the "Indicator light guide" section. Follow the steps in the "Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions" section in discovery mode and ready to start blinking, indicating your computer, the indicator lights will work properly. Use a wired keyboard...