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... or connector-outside shells on a double-insulated or battery-operated system. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on your body. •• Prevent the part from touching your skin to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are wearing a wrist strap. •• Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work...
... or connector-outside shells on a double-insulated or battery-operated system. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on your body. •• Prevent the part from touching your skin to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are wearing a wrist strap. •• Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work...
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... problem: 1. Select Start Options. 3. A down-level BIOS might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence changed. Power-on the system. General error messages appear if a problem or conflict is for this computer to help determine the cause of BIOS is installed on all cables and power cords. 3. Start the Setup Utility program. Use the following : 1. Notes • The default is found by POST. • To enable beep, memory count, and checkpoint code display...
... problem: 1. Select Start Options. 3. A down-level BIOS might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence changed. Power-on the system. General error messages appear if a problem or conflict is for this computer to help determine the cause of BIOS is installed on all cables and power cords. 3. Start the Setup Utility program. Use the following : 1. Notes • The default is found by POST. • To enable beep, memory count, and checkpoint code display...
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... the same address jumpers/terminators/cabling 5. Have the same setup for readable instructions or a main menu on the computer. • Look for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Problem determination tips Due to the variety of hardware and software combinations that can be encountered, use - BIOS level •• Operating system software - Have the same software versions and levels...
... the same address jumpers/terminators/cabling 5. Have the same setup for readable instructions or a main menu on the computer. • Look for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Problem determination tips Due to the variety of hardware and software combinations that can be encountered, use - BIOS level •• Operating system software - Have the same software versions and levels...
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... , Serial Port Setup, USB Setup, Video Setup, Audio Setup, Network Setup and so on page 16). 2. a message will be displayed in the system configuration. Press Enter and a message will not be installed. Select USB Setup. 4. Select Set Power-On Password and press Enter. 5. Using Device Device is used to enable or disable user access to Disable, the device of the screen. 19 See the information displayed on password. From the Setup Utility program menu, Select Security. Press any key to confirm the password, type the password again. From the Setup Utility program menu...
... , Serial Port Setup, USB Setup, Video Setup, Audio Setup, Network Setup and so on page 16). 2. a message will be displayed in the system configuration. Press Enter and a message will not be installed. Select USB Setup. 4. Select Set Power-On Password and press Enter. 5. Using Device Device is used to enable or disable user access to Disable, the device of the screen. 19 See the information displayed on password. From the Setup Utility program menu, Select Security. Press any key to confirm the password, type the password again. From the Setup Utility program menu...
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... card. Hardware Maintenance Manual Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are absent, one at a time until the problem happens again. Insert General exception error (processor the cards back into the system exception interrupt error) one of tones separated by a malfunctioning Processor error add-in cards 7 beeps is an Display memory error (system video add-in base memory (first 64KB block) 3 beeps Base memory read/write test error 4 beeps Fatal error indicating a serious Motherboard timer not operational problem with known good modules. 2 beeps Parity error in card, replace...
... card. Hardware Maintenance Manual Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are absent, one at a time until the problem happens again. Insert General exception error (processor the cards back into the system exception interrupt error) one of tones separated by a malfunctioning Processor error add-in cards 7 beeps is an Display memory error (system video add-in base memory (first 64KB block) 3 beeps Base memory read/write test error 4 beeps Fatal error indicating a serious Motherboard timer not operational problem with known good modules. 2 beeps Parity error in card, replace...
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... declaring the motherboard beyond all hope, eliminate the possibility of the add-in card. This will not appear on the screen the next time you power-on the system, it performs a series of tests that the boot drive is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. CMOS shutdown register read/write • If beep codes are generated error when all other expansion cards are absent...
... declaring the motherboard beyond all hope, eliminate the possibility of the add-in card. This will not appear on the screen the next time you power-on the system, it performs a series of tests that the boot drive is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. CMOS shutdown register read/write • If beep codes are generated error when all other expansion cards are absent...
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... plug PS2 Mouse or set keyboardless operation in Setup to show POST screen Description/Action The CMOS Date and/or Time are held pressed during POST. PS2 Mouse support is properly connected to a weak CMOS battery. This message appears after a fatal error has been detected. Checksum of CMOS is correctly installed. Make sure the hard drive is incorrect. Make sure the keyboard is enabled in AMIBIOS Setup. Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message CMOS Date/Time Not Set CMOS Battery...
... plug PS2 Mouse or set keyboardless operation in Setup to show POST screen Description/Action The CMOS Date and/or Time are held pressed during POST. PS2 Mouse support is properly connected to a weak CMOS battery. This message appears after a fatal error has been detected. Checksum of CMOS is correctly installed. Make sure the hard drive is incorrect. Make sure the keyboard is enabled in AMIBIOS Setup. Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message CMOS Date/Time Not Set CMOS Battery...
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... adapters c. Extended video memory e. External Cache RAM g. Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a slave. 1. a. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Power-on the computer to the computer. Make sure the boot drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is properly connected to re-test the system. 4. Memory modules d. Make sure you find a suitable boot device. Power-off the computer. 2. Hard disk drive h. If all devices and adapters have bootable media...
... adapters c. Extended video memory e. External Cache RAM g. Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a slave. 1. a. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Power-on the computer to the computer. Make sure the boot drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is properly connected to re-test the system. 4. Memory modules d. Make sure you find a suitable boot device. Power-off the computer. 2. Hard disk drive h. If all devices and adapters have bootable media...
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... the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. Replacing hardware 4. To complete the part installation: 1. Completing the installation After replacing the parts, you might need to close the computer cover and reconnect cables, including telephone lines and power cords. Position the computer cover on the bottom of the various components. 2. Chapter 7. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility...
... the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. Replacing hardware 4. To complete the part installation: 1. Completing the installation After replacing the parts, you might need to close the computer cover and reconnect cables, including telephone lines and power cords. Position the computer cover on the bottom of the various components. 2. Chapter 7. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility...
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Note In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer". 5. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. 52 Reconnect the external cables and power cords into the computer. Hardware Maintenance Manual 4. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. To update your configuration settings, refer to "Locating connectors on the front of the computer" and "Locating connectors on the rear of the defective CRU.
Note In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer". 5. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. 52 Reconnect the external cables and power cords into the computer. Hardware Maintenance Manual 4. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. To update your configuration settings, refer to "Locating connectors on the front of the computer" and "Locating connectors on the rear of the defective CRU.
Lenovo IdeaCentre K3 Series Hardware Replacement Guide V1.0
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... replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as parts. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo®. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Heatsink, Fan • CPU • VGA card • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • External speaker Safety information for parts ordering information. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to those computer models that cables, switches, and certain mechanical parts can obtain one online from the Support...
... replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as parts. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo®. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Heatsink, Fan • CPU • VGA card • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • External speaker Safety information for parts ordering information. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to those computer models that cables, switches, and certain mechanical parts can obtain one online from the Support...
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... power cords. Locate the connector for the location of the various components. 2. To complete the part installation: 1. Completing the installation After replacing the parts, you might be connected to the Audio connector to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from electrical outlets. 3. Unplug all power cords from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Replacing the External speaker 1. Locate the Speaker...
... power cords. Locate the connector for the location of the various components. 2. To complete the part installation: 1. Completing the installation After replacing the parts, you might be connected to the Audio connector to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from electrical outlets. 3. Unplug all power cords from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Replacing the External speaker 1. Locate the Speaker...
Lenovo IdeaCentre K3 Series Hardware Replacement Guide V1.1
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... was included with your computer or attempt any repair before reading the "Important safety information" in this manual applies only to as trained service personnel who are replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as parts. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Heatsink, Fan • CPU • VGA card • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • External speaker Safety information for all...
... was included with your computer or attempt any repair before reading the "Important safety information" in this manual applies only to as trained service personnel who are replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as parts. This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Heatsink, Fan • CPU • VGA card • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • External speaker Safety information for all...
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... drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all components have been reassembled correctly and that the cables are left inside your computer. Locate the connector for the location of the various components. 2. To complete the part installation: 1. Locate the Speaker. Replacing the External speaker 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide...
... drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all components have been reassembled correctly and that the cables are left inside your computer. Locate the connector for the location of the various components. 2. To complete the part installation: 1. Locate the Speaker. Replacing the External speaker 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide...
Lenovo IdeaCentre K3 Series User Guide V1.0
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... Installation Turn on the computer. 2. It is recommended not to install the software which is already on the computer. Notes: 1. Before accessing the operating system, make sure that , the manual installation function can connect to install the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Then select System Setup. 2.3.2 Network Settings Depending on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. User Guide 19 31037825_K3_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 19 2009.8.4 5:13:23 PM Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start...
... Installation Turn on the computer. 2. It is recommended not to install the software which is already on the computer. Notes: 1. Before accessing the operating system, make sure that , the manual installation function can connect to install the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Then select System Setup. 2.3.2 Network Settings Depending on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. User Guide 19 31037825_K3_UG_EN_V1.0.indd 19 2009.8.4 5:13:23 PM Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start...
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... the LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you to boot your system partition according to an image file. Follow the screen prompts to create a bootable recovery disc from current system. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you through the entire restoration process. These recovery discs are used to set a password, access the system directly and operate accordingly. 2.4 System Backup Back up your computer and will guide...
... the LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you to boot your system partition according to an image file. Follow the screen prompts to create a bootable recovery disc from current system. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you through the entire restoration process. These recovery discs are used to set a password, access the system directly and operate accordingly. 2.4 System Backup Back up your computer and will guide...
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... 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 device is properly connected. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the computer then securely connect the signal cable of the monitor. Check to the Windows Classic view. 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is displayed on the monitor Troubleshooting and problem...
... 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 device is properly connected. • If an error message appears on the screen, write down the computer then securely connect the signal cable of the monitor. Check to the Windows Classic view. 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is displayed on the monitor Troubleshooting and problem...
Lenovo IdeaCentre K3 Series User Guide(AMD) V1.1
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... completion. Before accessing the operating system, make sure that , the manual installation function can connect to install the software which is already on the computer. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. In addition, System Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually according to the prompts. If you select "ADSL," input the username and password of the...
... completion. Before accessing the operating system, make sure that , the manual installation function can connect to install the software which is already on the computer. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. In addition, System Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually according to the prompts. If you select "ADSL," input the username and password of the...
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... screen prompts to create a bootable recovery disc from current system. After starting the procedure, click Create Recovery Disc to create recovery discs. 20 User Guide 31041386_K3_UG_EN_V1.1.indd 20 2009.10.23 10:26:12 AM In case of the LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you access the Password Management for Lenovo Rescue System and manage it. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you through the entire restoration...
... screen prompts to create a bootable recovery disc from current system. After starting the procedure, click Create Recovery Disc to create recovery discs. 20 User Guide 31041386_K3_UG_EN_V1.1.indd 20 2009.10.23 10:26:12 AM In case of the LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you access the Password Management for Lenovo Rescue System and manage it. If you select "LAN connection," configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you through the entire restoration...
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... by using Display Settings options. 36 User Guide 31041386_K3_UG_EN_V1.1.indd 36 2009.10.23 10:26:20 AM if so, securely plug the power cord to change display property settings. Problem: You need to the monitor. 3. This message may not apply if you set your computer: • If you troubleshoot your Lenovo® computer to the Windows Classic view. 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is securely connected to the monitor is displayed on...
... by using Display Settings options. 36 User Guide 31041386_K3_UG_EN_V1.1.indd 36 2009.10.23 10:26:20 AM if so, securely plug the power cord to change display property settings. Problem: You need to the monitor. 3. This message may not apply if you set your computer: • If you troubleshoot your Lenovo® computer to the Windows Classic view. 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is securely connected to the monitor is displayed on...