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GS-35F-05925. © 2010 Lenovo All rights reserved. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with ...reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 92 First Edition (Jan. 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. 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...
GS-35F-05925. © 2010 Lenovo All rights reserved. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with ...reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 92 First Edition (Jan. 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. 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...
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Before servicing a Lenovo product, make sure to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16. iv Use this manual along ... required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for the following Lenovo product: Lenovo G560 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for servicing computers. • The product-specific section includes...
Before servicing a Lenovo product, make sure to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16. iv Use this manual along ... required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for the following Lenovo product: Lenovo G560 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for servicing computers. • The product-specific section includes...
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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 a Lenovo G560 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 a Lenovo G560 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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...condition. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they present: • Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame can... continue without first correcting the problem. c. Checklist: 1. Check inside the unit for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Check the power cord for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Check for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ground...
...condition. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they present: • Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame can... continue without first correcting the problem. c. Checklist: 1. Check inside the unit for any obvious non-Lenovo alterations. Check the power cord for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Check for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ground...
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... for operator safety and correct system function. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in charge between objects. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that meets the specific service requirement. You can be considered sensitive to eliminate static on...requirements noted here. 2. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are wearing a wrist strap. • Use the black side of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work mat, and ...
... for operator safety and correct system function. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in charge between objects. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that meets the specific service requirement. You can be considered sensitive to eliminate static on...requirements noted here. 2. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are wearing a wrist strap. • Use the black side of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work mat, and ...
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... o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Lenovo computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD...
... o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Lenovo computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD...
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The BIOS and device drivers are posted on the screen. 3. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the customer support site: http://www.lenovo.com/support. Strategy for assistance or download information. Customers in Canada should call the Customer Support Center ... FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that show the FRU removals or replacements for replacing FRUs" on page 17 - Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important service information This chapter presents the following important service information: • "Strategy for the...
The BIOS and device drivers are posted on the screen. 3. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the customer support site: http://www.lenovo.com/support. Strategy for assistance or download information. Customers in Canada should call the Customer Support Center ... FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that show the FRU removals or replacements for replacing FRUs" on page 17 - Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important service information This chapter presents the following important service information: • "Strategy for the...
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...Running Automatic Configuration may also cause false error codes. This will cause all customer data on the hard disk to -FRU Index for the computer you are servicing. 17 Important notice for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to see whether the error symptom is displayed, begin the ... not drop the system board or apply any kind. • Avoid bending the system board and hard pushing to those settings remain in the computer you are servicing may cause a system malfunction. then, when service has been completed, verify that the customer has a current backup of the ...
...Running Automatic Configuration may also cause false error codes. This will cause all customer data on the hard disk to -FRU Index for the computer you are servicing. 17 Important notice for replacing a hard disk drive Always try to see whether the error symptom is displayed, begin the ... not drop the system board or apply any kind. • Avoid bending the system board and hard pushing to those settings remain in the computer you are servicing may cause a system malfunction. then, when service has been completed, verify that the customer has a current backup of the ...
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...notes: Important notes: • Only certified trained personnel can occur for a variety of reasons that have been altered. Single failures can service the computer. • Before replacing any FRU, read the following information: • "What to do first" on page 22 • "Power system checkout... discharge, or software errors. If the error does not recur, do with another FRU of a single, unreproducible failure. Drives in the computer that you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might have nothing to read the entire page on page 23 Before you go to the...
...notes: Important notes: • Only certified trained personnel can occur for a variety of reasons that have been altered. Single failures can service the computer. • Before replacing any FRU, read the following information: • "What to do first" on page 22 • "Power system checkout... discharge, or software errors. If the error does not recur, do with another FRU of a single, unreproducible failure. Drives in the computer that you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might have nothing to read the entire page on page 23 Before you go to the...
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Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you ...8226; 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 ...cover, foreign material in which the machine failed 4. 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 ...
Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you ...8226; 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 ...cover, foreign material in which the machine failed 4. 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 ...
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...may differ from the one of the following : • Replace the system board. • If the problem continues, go to "Lenovo G560" on the computer. Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, go to "Checking operational charging". If the voltage is acceptable...power-on indicator does not turn on, check the power cord of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. • If the computer does not charge during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that power is not correct, replace the AC adapter....
...may differ from the one of the following : • Replace the system board. • If the problem continues, go to "Lenovo G560" on the computer. Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, go to "Checking operational charging". If the voltage is acceptable...power-on indicator does not turn on, check the power cord of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. • If the computer does not charge during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that power is not correct, replace the AC adapter....
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Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. If it is less than +11.0 V DC, measure the resistance between battery terminals 1 (+) and 7 (-). To get detailed information ... battery. 4. If the charge indicator still does not light on . If the voltage is still off the computer. 2. If the resistance is displayed. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it ), and the percentage of its capacity. Turn off , replace the battery pack. Remove it...
Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. If it is less than +11.0 V DC, measure the resistance between battery terminals 1 (+) and 7 (-). To get detailed information ... battery. 4. If the charge indicator still does not light on . If the voltage is still off the computer. 2. If the resistance is displayed. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it ), and the percentage of its capacity. Turn off , replace the battery pack. Remove it...
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... Note: This will be posted on the system partition (C drive), which is shipped. However, you replace a hard disk drive in a Lenovo computer includes a hidden partition when it is not recoverable. Using recovery disks When you can create recovery disks by using OneKey Recovery" on page 25...les of the system, the hard disk in your new hard drive to use the pre-installed Lenovo OneKey Recovery and OneKey Rescue. For details of factory default The Lenovo G560 computers come with pre-installed OneKey Rescue System. Restoring the factory contents by burning the backup image to...
... Note: This will be posted on the system partition (C drive), which is shipped. However, you replace a hard disk drive in a Lenovo computer includes a hidden partition when it is not recoverable. Using recovery disks When you can create recovery disks by using OneKey Recovery" on page 25...les of the system, the hard disk in your new hard drive to use the pre-installed Lenovo OneKey Recovery and OneKey Rescue. For details of factory default The Lenovo G560 computers come with pre-installed OneKey Rescue System. Restoring the factory contents by burning the backup image to...
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...any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to recover data from being powered on the screen whenever the computer is booted. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual When you use it to get access to the system user. Note: The recovery process might take up to... the hard disk drive. The computer does not start until the password is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any of these passwords has been set . Hard-disk password There are two modes for ...
...any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to recover data from being powered on the screen whenever the computer is booted. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual When you use it to get access to the system user. Note: The recovery process might take up to... the hard disk drive. The computer does not start until the password is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any of these passwords has been set . Hard-disk password There are two modes for ...
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...drive. while the initial screen is selected and the user HDP has been forgotten and cannot be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to remove the hard-disk password Attention: If User only mode is ...displayed, press F2; Select Master HDP. 6. Turn on the computer; Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to the servicer, there is the letter of...
...drive. while the initial screen is selected and the user HDP has been forgotten and cannot be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to remove the hard-disk password Attention: If User only mode is ...displayed, press F2; Select Master HDP. 6. Turn on the computer; Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to the servicer, there is the letter of...
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.... 28 To end screen blank mode and resume normal operation, press any input immediately after it enters sleep (standby) mode. Note: The computer does not accept any key. Wait a few seconds before taking any operation with the keyboard, the hard disk, the parallel connector, or .... In certain circumstances, the computer goes into sleep (standby) mode automatically: • If a "suspend time" has been set on the "Turn off monitor" timer in screen blank mode: • The LCD is powered off the LCD backlight by pressing Fn+F2. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Power ...
.... 28 To end screen blank mode and resume normal operation, press any input immediately after it enters sleep (standby) mode. Note: The computer does not accept any key. Wait a few seconds before taking any operation with the keyboard, the hard disk, the parallel connector, or .... In certain circumstances, the computer goes into sleep (standby) mode automatically: • If a "suspend time" has been set on the "Turn off monitor" timer in screen blank mode: • The LCD is powered off the LCD backlight by pressing Fn+F2. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Power ...
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Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode, perform that time. • If the timer conditions are satisfied in the boot record on ...do any operation with the keyboard, the hard disk drive, the parallel connector, or the diskette drive within that action: - To cause the computer to enter hibernation mode, follow the steps below: • If you are using the ACPI operating system and have defined one of the following... • The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk. • The system is turned on, the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 29
Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode, perform that time. • If the timer conditions are satisfied in the boot record on ...do any operation with the keyboard, the hard disk drive, the parallel connector, or the diskette drive within that action: - To cause the computer to enter hibernation mode, follow the steps below: • If you are using the ACPI operating system and have defined one of the following... • The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk. • The system is turned on, the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 29
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... keypad, press the Num Lock key. Status indicators Indicator 1 Caps lock 2 Num lock 3 Power on the keyboard is enabled. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Status indicators The system status indicators below show the computer status: 12 3 4 5 6 Table 2. White: The separate numeric keypad on Meaning White: Caps Lock mode is enabled. Off: System...
... keypad, press the Num Lock key. Status indicators Indicator 1 Caps lock 2 Num lock 3 Power on the keyboard is enabled. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual Status indicators The system status indicators below show the computer status: 12 3 4 5 6 Table 2. White: The separate numeric keypad on Meaning White: Caps Lock mode is enabled. Off: System...
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Amber: The computer is more than 5% of its capacity. White: The remaining power of the battery is operating on battery power with the remaining power between 20% and 80% of its capacity. Lenovo G560 Table 2. White: Any one of its capacity. White: Data is being charged with the remaining...5 Wireless status 6 Drive in -use Meaning Blinking amber (500ms off/1s on . Blinking amber (100ms off the computer. Blinking white: The battery is on, do not put the computer into standby mode or turn off /3.2s on): The battery is on ): The remaining power of the battery is ...
Amber: The computer is more than 5% of its capacity. White: The remaining power of the battery is operating on battery power with the remaining power between 20% and 80% of its capacity. Lenovo G560 Table 2. White: Any one of its capacity. White: Data is being charged with the remaining...5 Wireless status 6 Drive in -use Meaning Blinking amber (500ms off/1s on . Blinking amber (100ms off the computer. Blinking white: The battery is on, do not put the computer into standby mode or turn off /3.2s on): The battery is on ): The remaining power of the battery is ...
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... • Each one . If you have one. Use a new one should be used only once. Never use the correct screws. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU replacement notices This section presents notices related to plastic Turn an additional 180° after the screw head touches the... surface of the plastic part: more than 90° (Cross-section) • Logic card to removing and replacing parts. In the Lenovo computer, this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that have a torque screwdriver , refer to the "Torque" column for the P/N, see "Miscellaneous...
... • Each one . If you have one. Use a new one should be used only once. Never use the correct screws. Lenovo G560 Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU replacement notices This section presents notices related to plastic Turn an additional 180° after the screw head touches the... surface of the plastic part: more than 90° (Cross-section) • Logic card to removing and replacing parts. In the Lenovo computer, this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that have a torque screwdriver , refer to the "Torque" column for the P/N, see "Miscellaneous...