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... restricted rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 92. GS-35F-05925. © 2010 Lenovo 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 , reproduction and...
... restricted rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 92. GS-35F-05925. © 2010 Lenovo 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 , reproduction and...
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...information required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo IdeaPad products. Before servicing a Lenovo IdeaPad product, make sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Important: This manual is divided into the following Lenovo IdeaPad product: Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 Use this manual to read all ...the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16. iv Use this manual to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for servicing computers....
...information required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo IdeaPad products. Before servicing a Lenovo IdeaPad product, make sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Important: This manual is divided into the following Lenovo IdeaPad product: Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 Use this manual to read all ...the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16. iv Use this manual to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for servicing computers....
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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 an IdeaPad Y460 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 an IdeaPad Y460 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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... damaged CRT face or a bulging capacitor •• Mechanical hazards, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of non-Lenovo IdeaPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to the attachment of fire or smoke damage. 8. Consider these conditions and the safety.... Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you in identifying potential unsafe conditions. b.
... damaged CRT face or a bulging capacitor •• Mechanical hazards, such as metal filings, contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of non-Lenovo IdeaPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to the attachment of fire or smoke damage. 8. Consider these conditions and the safety.... Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you in identifying potential unsafe conditions. b.
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... in charge between objects. When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use coax or connectoroutside shells on ac-operated computers. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on these systems. - Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage ... ground, ground braid, or greenwire ground. - IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the...
... in charge between objects. When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use coax or connectoroutside shells on ac-operated computers. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on these systems. - Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage ... ground, ground braid, or greenwire ground. - IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the part, the...
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... di controlli, regolazioni o l'esecuzione di procedure diverse da quelle specificate possono provocare l'esposizione a. IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Lenovo IdeaPad computer are no serviceable parts inside those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure. Such devices are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or...
... di controlli, regolazioni o l'esecuzione di procedure diverse da quelle specificate possono provocare l'esposizione a. IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Lenovo IdeaPad computer are no serviceable parts inside those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure. Such devices are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or...
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If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the computer you continue. •• Some computers have been customized. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on a system board are very sensitive. Make sure that...see if the symptoms change. Note the current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); This will cause all customer data on the computer you are instructed to replace either of them, and replacing one of them does not solve the problem, reinstall that the customer has...
If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the computer you continue. •• Some computers have been customized. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on a system board are very sensitive. Make sure that...see if the symptoms change. Note the current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); This will cause all customer data on the computer you are instructed to replace either of them, and replacing one of them does not solve the problem, reinstall that the customer has...
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Drives in the computer that you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might have nothing to the FRU parts list. • An FRU should not be overwritten. • ... do with another FRU of a single, unreproducible failure. If you replace an FRU, make sure to replace a nondefective FRU. 19 Single failures can service the computer. • Before replacing any FRU, read the entire page on page 21 Before you go to the checkout, make sure that the machine model and...
Drives in the computer that you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might have nothing to the FRU parts list. • An FRU should not be overwritten. • ... do with another FRU of a single, unreproducible failure. If you replace an FRU, make sure to replace a nondefective FRU. 19 Single failures can service the computer. • Before replacing any FRU, read the entire page on page 21 Before you go to the checkout, make sure that the machine model and...
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...of a hard disk drive becomes noisy, it : 1. Date of servicer 2. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring to the following list: The ...;• Damaged or bent diskette eject button •• Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device •• Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) •• Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard •• Use of an incorrect AC ...
...of a hard disk drive becomes noisy, it : 1. Date of servicer 2. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring to the following list: The ...;• Damaged or bent diskette eject button •• Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device •• Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) •• Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard •• Use of an incorrect AC ...
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...AC adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the total power remaining when installed in the computer. 21 If the voltage is used. •• If the power-on indicator does not turn on page 27. If the voltage is... on, check the power cord of the following : •• Replace the system board. •• If the problem continues, go to "Lenovo IdeaPad Y460" on the computer. 5. Turn off the computer. 2. See the following figure: Pin Voltage (V DC) 1 +20 2 0 2 1 Note: Output voltage for the AC adapter pin No. 2 ...
...AC adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the total power remaining when installed in the computer. 21 If the voltage is used. •• If the power-on indicator does not turn on page 27. If the voltage is... on, check the power cord of the following : •• Replace the system board. •• If the problem continues, go to "Lenovo IdeaPad Y460" on the computer. 5. Turn off the computer. 2. See the following figure: Pin Voltage (V DC) 1 +20 2 0 2 1 Note: Output voltage for the AC adapter pin No. 2 ...
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...charged, go to 30 KΩ. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 5 and 7. If the voltage is still off the computer. 2. If the charge indicator or icon is less than +11.0 V DC, measure the resistance between battery terminals 1 (+) and 7 (-). under ... may not be charged. IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it . After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it at least 3 hours, even though the indicator does not light...
...charged, go to 30 KΩ. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 5 and 7. If the voltage is still off the computer. 2. If the charge indicator or icon is less than +11.0 V DC, measure the resistance between battery terminals 1 (+) and 7 (-). under ... may not be charged. IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it . After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it at least 3 hours, even though the indicator does not light...
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... up files of Create recovery discs, see the User Guide for OneKey Rescue System. 23 Note: You can use the pre-installed Lenovo OneKey Recovery and OneKey Rescue. Related service information Related service information This chapter presents the following information: •• "Restoring the ...factory contents by using OneKey Recovery Restore of factory default The IdeaPad Y460 computers come with pre-installed OneKey Rescue System. For details of the system, the hard disk in your new hard drive to the ...
... up files of Create recovery discs, see the User Guide for OneKey Rescue System. 23 Note: You can use the pre-installed Lenovo OneKey Recovery and OneKey Rescue. Related service information Related service information This chapter presents the following information: •• "Restoring the ...factory contents by using OneKey Recovery Restore of factory default The IdeaPad Y460 computers come with pre-installed OneKey Rescue System. For details of the system, the hard disk in your new hard drive to the ...
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... booted. Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt does not appear when the operating system is entered. If any Lenovo IdeaPad computer: the power-on password (POP) and the supervisor password (SVP). Supervisor password A supervisor password (SVP) protects the system information stored.... IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual When you use the recovery discs to boot your computer, the system will enter the user interface for it appears on the screen whenever the computer is no service procedure to reset the password. The password must be booted. Note...
... booted. Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt does not appear when the operating system is entered. If any Lenovo IdeaPad computer: the power-on password (POP) and the supervisor password (SVP). Supervisor password A supervisor password (SVP) protects the system information stored.... IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual When you use the recovery discs to boot your computer, the system will enter the user interface for it appears on the screen whenever the computer is no service procedure to reset the password. The password must be booted. Note...
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...any action to what occurs in the operating system expires, the LCD backlight turns off. In certain circumstances, the computer goes into hibernation mode.) To cause the computer to return from sleep (standby) mode and resumes the operation: •• The time set on the power ...indicating that the battery power is low. (Alternatively, if Hibernate when battery becomes low has been selected in the "Power Management Properties" window, the computer goes into sleep (standby) mode automatically: •• If a "suspend time" has been set on the "Turn off monitor" timer in ...
...any action to what occurs in the operating system expires, the LCD backlight turns off. In certain circumstances, the computer goes into hibernation mode.) To cause the computer to return from sleep (standby) mode and resumes the operation: •• The time set on the power ...indicating that the battery power is low. (Alternatively, if Hibernate when battery becomes low has been selected in the "Power Management Properties" window, the computer goes into sleep (standby) mode automatically: •• If a "suspend time" has been set on the "Turn off monitor" timer in ...
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... event that causes the system to go into hibernation mode, perform that action: - Closing the lid. - The hibernation file in suspend mode. To cause the computer to enter hibernation mode, follow the steps below: •• If you are satisfied in the boot record on the timer, and if the user... Hardware Maintenance Manual Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following occurs: •• The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on , the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 26
... event that causes the system to go into hibernation mode, perform that action: - Closing the lid. - The hibernation file in suspend mode. To cause the computer to enter hibernation mode, follow the steps below: •• If you are satisfied in the boot record on the timer, and if the user... Hardware Maintenance Manual Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following occurs: •• The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on , the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 26
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... or the wireless LAN radio is being read from or written to AP. Blinking white: The wireless LAN is also turned off the computer. White: The wireless LAN radio is on and connected to AP. IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Status indicators The system status indicators below... show the computer status: 12 3 4 5 8 9 67 Table 2. Note: Do not move the system while the white drive-in use light is turned on . ...
... or the wireless LAN radio is being read from or written to AP. Blinking white: The wireless LAN is also turned off the computer. White: The wireless LAN radio is on and connected to AP. IdeaPad Y460 Hardware Maintenance Manual Status indicators The system status indicators below... show the computer status: 12 3 4 5 8 9 67 Table 2. Note: Do not move the system while the white drive-in use light is turned on . ...
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... disabled. White: System is enabled. Off: The graphics is being charged with the remaining power between 5% and 20% of its capacity. Amber: The computer is operating on the keyboard is more than 5% of its capacity. White: The remaining power of its capacity. Status indicators (continued) Indicator 4 Num lock... of the battery is enabled. To enable or disable the touchpad, press and hold the Fn key, and press the F8 (NumLk) key. Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 Table 2. To enable or disable the keypad, press and hold the Fn key, and press the F6 key. White: Caps Lock ...
... disabled. White: System is enabled. Off: The graphics is being charged with the remaining power between 5% and 20% of its capacity. Amber: The computer is operating on the keyboard is more than 5% of its capacity. White: The remaining power of its capacity. Status indicators (continued) Indicator 4 Num lock... of the battery is enabled. To enable or disable the touchpad, press and hold the Fn key, and press the F8 (NumLk) key. Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 Table 2. To enable or disable the keypad, press and hold the Fn key, and press the F6 key. White: Caps Lock ...
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... a torque screwdriver, tighten all screws are tightened firmly. •• Ensure torque screwdrivers are harder to removing and replacing parts. Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 FRU replacement notices This section presents notices related to tighten. •• Each one . Read this machine: •...8226; Keep the screw kit in the table. In the Lenovo IdeaPad computer, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. •• They are calibrated correctly following characteristics: •• They maintain ...
... a torque screwdriver, tighten all screws are tightened firmly. •• Ensure torque screwdrivers are harder to removing and replacing parts. Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 FRU replacement notices This section presents notices related to tighten. •• Each one . Read this machine: •...8226; Keep the screw kit in the table. In the Lenovo IdeaPad computer, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. •• They are calibrated correctly following characteristics: •• They maintain ...
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...ground point with the instructions to indicate how to remove and replace the FRU. Verify this by removing any FRU, turn on the computer until you have been trained and certified. An untrained person runs the risk of the interconnecting cables. Attention: After replacing an FRU,... do not turn off the computer, unplug all screws, springs, and other small parts are loose inside the computer. Do not attempt to observe the following general rules: 1. Begin by shaking the computer gently and listening for rattling sounds. When replacing an FRU...
...ground point with the instructions to indicate how to remove and replace the FRU. Verify this by removing any FRU, turn on the computer until you have been trained and certified. An untrained person runs the risk of the interconnecting cables. Attention: After replacing an FRU,... do not turn off the computer, unplug all screws, springs, and other small parts are loose inside the computer. Do not attempt to observe the following general rules: 1. Begin by shaking the computer gently and listening for rattling sounds. When replacing an FRU...
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Then make sure that the battery release lever is in the parts list for your computer. Holding the battery release lever in the unlocked position 2, remove the battery pack in the direction shown by arrow 3. 2 3 1 When installing: Install the battery pack along the slide rails of battery pack Unlock the battery release lever 1. Removal steps of the slot. Figure 1. Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 1010 Battery pack DANGER Only use the battery specified in the locked position. 35 Any other battery could ignite or explode.
Then make sure that the battery release lever is in the parts list for your computer. Holding the battery release lever in the unlocked position 2, remove the battery pack in the direction shown by arrow 3. 2 3 1 When installing: Install the battery pack along the slide rails of battery pack Unlock the battery release lever 1. Removal steps of the slot. Figure 1. Lenovo IdeaPad Y460 1010 Battery pack DANGER Only use the battery specified in the locked position. 35 Any other battery could ignite or explode.