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... Replacing a memory module 26 Replacing a hard disk drive 27 Replacing an optical drive 28 Replacing a graphics card 29 Replacing the TV-Tuner card 31 Replacing the Power supply 33 Replacing the microprocessor fan 33 Replacing the heat-sink 34 Replacing the... passwords 13 Enabling or disabling a device 15 Selecting a startup device 16 Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . 17 Chapter 6. General information . . . . 41 Additional Service Information 41 © Copyright Lenovo 2013 iii About this manual 1 Important Safety Information 1 Chapter 2. Safety information 3 ...
... Replacing a memory module 26 Replacing a hard disk drive 27 Replacing an optical drive 28 Replacing a graphics card 29 Replacing the TV-Tuner card 31 Replacing the Power supply 33 Replacing the microprocessor fan 33 Replacing the heat-sink 34 Replacing the... passwords 13 Enabling or disabling a device 15 Selecting a startup device 16 Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . 17 Chapter 6. General information . . . . 41 Additional Service Information 41 © Copyright Lenovo 2013 iii About this manual 1 Important Safety Information 1 Chapter 2. Safety information 3 ...
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..." or "motherboard") is the main circuit board in your computer. The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 6 1 Optical disk drive 2 Hard disk drive 3 Graphics card 5 4 Memory modules 5 System fan 6 Power supply Identifying parts on the system board. © Copyright Lenovo 2013 21
..." or "motherboard") is the main circuit board in your computer. The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 6 1 Optical disk drive 2 Hard disk drive 3 Graphics card 5 4 Memory modules 5 System fan 6 Power supply Identifying parts on the system board. © Copyright Lenovo 2013 21
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Replacing a graphics card Note: For this procedure, it : a. Remove the computer cover. Follow the below steps to remove a graphics card: If your computer has a Duo-graphics cards installed, follow the steps below to replace it helps to "Removing the computer cover". Refer to lay the computer flat. Replacing hardware 29 Step 2. Chapter 8. To replace a graphics card: Step 1. Remove the screw that secures the Duo-graphics cards fixing bracket and lift the bracket up.
Replacing a graphics card Note: For this procedure, it : a. Remove the computer cover. Follow the below steps to remove a graphics card: If your computer has a Duo-graphics cards installed, follow the steps below to replace it helps to "Removing the computer cover". Refer to lay the computer flat. Replacing hardware 29 Step 2. Chapter 8. To replace a graphics card: Step 1. Remove the screw that secures the Duo-graphics cards fixing bracket and lift the bracket up.
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b. If your computer has a single graphics card installed, follow the steps below to the chassis, open it, and remove the Duo-graphics cards connector. 4 1 3 2 c. Remove the graphics card by pulling it : 30 IdeaCentre K4 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to replace it straight out of the connector.
b. If your computer has a single graphics card installed, follow the steps below to the chassis, open it, and remove the Duo-graphics cards connector. 4 1 3 2 c. Remove the graphics card by pulling it : 30 IdeaCentre K4 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to replace it straight out of the connector.
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... Step 6. Step 4. a. Chapter 8. Remove the screw that secures the graphics latch to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. Step 5. Connect the two graphics cards with Duo-graphics cards only) Reattach the computer cover. Replacing hardware 31 Install the new adapter ...into the same adapter connector. Step 3. Turn the graphics card latch to the chassis. (For models with the Duo-graphics cards connector and reattach the Duo-graphics cards...
... Step 6. Step 4. a. Chapter 8. Remove the screw that secures the graphics latch to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. Step 5. Connect the two graphics cards with Duo-graphics cards only) Reattach the computer cover. Replacing hardware 31 Install the new adapter ...into the same adapter connector. Step 3. Turn the graphics card latch to the chassis. (For models with the Duo-graphics cards connector and reattach the Duo-graphics cards...
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Remove the computer cover. Install the new TV-tuner into the same connector. Turn the graphics card latch to the chassis and open it. 1 2 3 3 2 1 Step 3. Step 2. Step 4. Step 5. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the closed position and secure it straight out of the connector. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". Remove the TV-Tuner card by pulling it with the screw. 32 IdeaCentre K4 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual To replace the TV-Tuner card: Step 1.
Remove the computer cover. Install the new TV-tuner into the same connector. Turn the graphics card latch to the chassis and open it. 1 2 3 3 2 1 Step 3. Step 2. Step 4. Step 5. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the closed position and secure it straight out of the connector. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". Remove the TV-Tuner card by pulling it with the screw. 32 IdeaCentre K4 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual To replace the TV-Tuner card: Step 1.
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... Remove the heat-sink. Refer to "Replacing the Wi-Fi card". Refer to "Replacing the graphic card". Disconnect the all power cords from the connectors on the chassis and secure it . Reattach the memory module, Wi-Fi card, CPU, and the heat-sink to "Removing the computer cover"....to remove it with locating the various connectors. Remove the microprocessor fan. Refer to "Replacing the microprocessor fan". d. Attach the graphic card and TV-Tuner card to "Replacing the heat-sink". Refer to the new motherboard. Disconnect all cables to "Left and right view" and "Rear ...
... Remove the heat-sink. Refer to "Replacing the Wi-Fi card". Refer to "Replacing the graphic card". Disconnect the all power cords from the connectors on the chassis and secure it . Reattach the memory module, Wi-Fi card, CPU, and the heat-sink to "Removing the computer cover"....to remove it with locating the various connectors. Remove the microprocessor fan. Refer to "Replacing the microprocessor fan". d. Attach the graphic card and TV-Tuner card to "Replacing the heat-sink". Refer to the new motherboard. Disconnect all cables to "Left and right view" and "Rear ...
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Rear view of the chassis (If the rear view configuration shown in this chapter is different from the rear of your computer, please refer to the rear of your computer.) IdeaCentre K450 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector DisplayPort connector (selected models only) HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector USB 3.0 connector (selected models only) USB 2.0 connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) User Guide 3
Rear view of the chassis (If the rear view configuration shown in this chapter is different from the rear of your computer, please refer to the rear of your computer.) IdeaCentre K450 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector DisplayPort connector (selected models only) HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector USB 3.0 connector (selected models only) USB 2.0 connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) User Guide 3
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PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) IdeaCentre K430 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector HDMI connector (selected models only) USB connectors DisplayPort connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slots (some models are equipped with a graphics card) 4 User Guide
PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) IdeaCentre K430 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector HDMI connector (selected models only) USB connectors DisplayPort connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slots (some models are equipped with a graphics card) 4 User Guide
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PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) IdeaCentre K410 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 5
PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) IdeaCentre K410 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 5
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IdeaCentre K415 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors (USB ports 4 to 6) HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) Note: If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the connector on the graphics adapter. 6 User Guide
IdeaCentre K415 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors (USB ports 4 to 6) HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) Note: If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the connector on the graphics adapter. 6 User Guide
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... then connect the signal cable of this program. From here, select the appropriate options to see if the monitor has been turned on the computer graphics card. Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is securely connected to the connector on ; Check to : • Change the desktop background •... fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in a program, see if the signal cable to the monitor is displayed on the computer graphics card; Right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select Personalize from the pop-up menu. 2.
... then connect the signal cable of this program. From here, select the appropriate options to see if the monitor has been turned on the computer graphics card. Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is securely connected to the connector on ; Check to : • Change the desktop background •... fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in a program, see if the signal cable to the monitor is displayed on the computer graphics card; Right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select Personalize from the pop-up menu. 2.
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Hardware Replacement Guide This chapter contains the following topics: Identifying internal components Identifying parts on the system board Removing the computer cover Removing the front bezel Replacing a memory module Replacing a hard disk drive Replacing an optical drive Replacing a graphics card Replacing the TV-Tuner card Replacing the keyboard and mouse User Guide 39
Hardware Replacement Guide This chapter contains the following topics: Identifying internal components Identifying parts on the system board Removing the computer cover Removing the front bezel Replacing a memory module Replacing a hard disk drive Replacing an optical drive Replacing a graphics card Replacing the TV-Tuner card Replacing the keyboard and mouse User Guide 39
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... disk drive • Optical disk drive • Graphics card • TV-Tuner card Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the "Important safety information" in this guide, CRUs and FRUs will often be obtained online from the Lenovo® Support Web site at: http://support...
... disk drive • Optical disk drive • Graphics card • TV-Tuner card Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the "Important safety information" in this guide, CRUs and FRUs will often be obtained online from the Lenovo® Support Web site at: http://support...
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Locations Identifying internal components The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 6 5 Optical disk drive Graphics card System fan Hard disk drive System board Power supply User Guide 43
Locations Identifying internal components The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 6 5 Optical disk drive Graphics card System fan Hard disk drive System board Power supply User Guide 43
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Follow the below steps to remove a graphics card: If your computer has a Duo-graphics cards installed, follow the steps below to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Refer to replace it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace a graphics card: 1. User Guide 55 Remove the computer cover. Replacing a graphics card Note: For this procedure, it : a. Remove the screw that secures the Duo-graphics cards fixing bracket and lift the bracket up.
Follow the below steps to remove a graphics card: If your computer has a Duo-graphics cards installed, follow the steps below to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Refer to replace it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace a graphics card: 1. User Guide 55 Remove the computer cover. Replacing a graphics card Note: For this procedure, it : a. Remove the screw that secures the Duo-graphics cards fixing bracket and lift the bracket up.
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Remove the screw that secures the graphics card to the chassis, open it straight out of the connector. 56 User Guide c. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the chassis. 4 3 2 1 d. Remove the graphics card by pulling it , and remove the Duo-graphics cards connector. b.
Remove the screw that secures the graphics card to the chassis, open it straight out of the connector. 56 User Guide c. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the chassis. 4 3 2 1 d. Remove the graphics card by pulling it , and remove the Duo-graphics cards connector. b.
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b. If your computer has a single graphics card installed, follow the steps below to the chassis. 3 2 1 c. Remove the graphics card by pulling it . User Guide 57 Remove the screw that secures the graphics latch to the chassis and open it straight out of the connector. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card to replace it: a.
b. If your computer has a single graphics card installed, follow the steps below to the chassis. 3 2 1 c. Remove the graphics card by pulling it . User Guide 57 Remove the screw that secures the graphics latch to the chassis and open it straight out of the connector. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card to replace it: a.
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... bracket to the chassis. (For models with the screw. 4. Remove the screw that secures the TV-tuner card to chassis with Duo-graphics cards only) 6. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the chassis and open it to the chassis. 3 2 1 58 User Guide 3. Remove the ...same adapter connector and secure it . 3. Reattach the computer cover. Replacing the TV-Tuner card Note: For this procedure, it with the screw. 5. To replace the TV-Tuner card: 1. Turn the graphics card latch to the closed position and secure it helps to "Removing the computer cover". 2. ...
... bracket to the chassis. (For models with the screw. 4. Remove the screw that secures the TV-tuner card to chassis with Duo-graphics cards only) 6. Remove the screw that secures the graphics card latch to the chassis and open it to the chassis. 3 2 1 58 User Guide 3. Remove the ...same adapter connector and secure it . 3. Reattach the computer cover. Replacing the TV-Tuner card Note: For this procedure, it with the screw. 5. To replace the TV-Tuner card: 1. Turn the graphics card latch to the closed position and secure it helps to "Removing the computer cover". 2. ...
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Turn the graphics card latch to chassis with the screw. 7. Reattach the computer cover. Remove the TV-Tuner card by pulling it with the screw. 6. Install the new TV-tuner into the same connector and secure it to the closed position and secure it straight out of the connector. 5. 4. User Guide 59
Turn the graphics card latch to chassis with the screw. 7. Reattach the computer cover. Remove the TV-Tuner card by pulling it with the screw. 6. Install the new TV-tuner into the same connector and secure it to the closed position and secure it straight out of the connector. 5. 4. User Guide 59