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...Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. 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 disclosure. 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 limited and restricted rights to ...
...Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. 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 disclosure. 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 limited and restricted rights to ...
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... you in good condition. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Checklist: 1. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be frayed or worn. 4. Check for : a. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Consider these...
... you in good condition. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Checklist: 1. Insulation must determine how serious the apparent hazard could be frayed or worn. 4. Check for : a. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Consider these...
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...1. v Prevent the part from touching your body. Note: The use of the electrical outlet can be considered 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 work surface.... Use the round ground prong of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are sensitive ...
...1. v Prevent the part from touching your body. Note: The use of the electrical outlet can be considered 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 work surface.... Use the round ground prong of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they are sensitive ...
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... eyes or on after washing. 8 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.... FRU replacement, make sure all screws, springs, and other small parts are in ignition or explosion of the battery. DANGER Before the computer is powered on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for rattling sounds. Dispose of nickel and cadmium. Use of nickel...
... eyes or on after washing. 8 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.... FRU replacement, make sure all screws, springs, and other small parts are in ignition or explosion of the battery. DANGER Before the computer is powered on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for rattling sounds. Dispose of nickel and cadmium. Use of nickel...
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Safety information 9 DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials. DANGER To avoid shock, do as follows before removing it: power off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and disconnect any interconnecting cables. DANGER Unless hot swap is allowed for the FRU being replaced, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card.
Safety information 9 DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials. DANGER To avoid shock, do as follows before removing it: power off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and disconnect any interconnecting cables. DANGER Unless hot swap is allowed for the FRU being replaced, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card.
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...To download software fixes, drivers, and BIOS, do as follows: 1. "Strategy for assistance or download information. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 40 - Select Downloads and drivers. 4. Go to use error message" on page 40 v "Strategy ...that applies to all software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are installed before completing the service action. "How to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Important service information This chapter presents following support site: http://www.lenovoservicetraining.com/ion/ Advise customers to the ...
...To download software fixes, drivers, and BIOS, do as follows: 1. "Strategy for assistance or download information. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 40 - Select Downloads and drivers. 4. Go to use error message" on page 40 v "Strategy ...that applies to all software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are installed before completing the service action. "How to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Important service information This chapter presents following support site: http://www.lenovoservicetraining.com/ion/ Advise customers to the ...
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..., reinstall the original FRU before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the computer you are instructed to replace either the processor board or the system board, and replacing one of them does not correct the problem..., reinstall that board, and then replace the other one. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing. 40 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Attention: The drive startup sequence in effect. Improper handling of a...
..., reinstall the original FRU before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the computer you are instructed to replace either the processor board or the system board, and replacing one of them does not correct the problem..., reinstall that board, and then replace the other one. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing. 40 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Attention: The drive startup sequence in effect. Improper handling of a...
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... clear the error log and run the test again. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. v A FRU should service the computer. "Diagnostics using PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery" on removing and replacing FRUs. Before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs... Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. General checkout This chapter presents following important notes. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 45 - Some descriptions might be sure to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright...
... clear the error log and run the test again. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. v A FRU should service the computer. "Diagnostics using PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery" on removing and replacing FRUs. Before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs... Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. General checkout This chapter presents following important notes. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 45 - Some descriptions might be sure to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright...
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...of a diskette with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of service technician __ 2. Before checking problems with the...of service __ 3. Machine type, model number, and serial number __ 9. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Name and phone number of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products...
...of a diskette with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette eject button v Fuses blown by attachment of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of service technician __ 2. Before checking problems with the...of service __ 3. Machine type, model number, and serial number __ 9. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Name and phone number of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products...
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Checkout guide Use the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be used to initialize the computer setup by running the diagnostic test or by the supervisor password. The use of entering the supervisor password; For some devices are disabled, such...only ThinkPad products. You can detect errors by use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run PC-Doctor. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter. Diagnostics using ...
Checkout guide Use the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be used to initialize the computer setup by running the diagnostic test or by the supervisor password. The use of entering the supervisor password; For some devices are disabled, such...only ThinkPad products. You can detect errors by use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run PC-Doctor. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter. Diagnostics using ...
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... Devices Communication Wireless LAN Advanced Memory Tests Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2008 PC-Doctor, Inc. Turn off the computer. 2. If an error code appears, go to "Power system checkout" on page 51, and check the power sources. Some unsupported device ... the TrackPoint® pointer. A pull-down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on page 62. 4. All Rights Reserved. Testing the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. Make sure that the internal optical...
... Devices Communication Wireless LAN Advanced Memory Tests Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2008 PC-Doctor, Inc. Turn off the computer. 2. If an error code appears, go to "Power system checkout" on page 51, and check the power sources. Some unsupported device ... the TrackPoint® pointer. A pull-down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on page 62. 4. All Rights Reserved. Testing the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. Make sure that the internal optical...
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... Quit - Note: After running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; The options on the test menu are incorrect. otherwise, it cannot be set to your computer, detach it . 12. To cancel the test, press Esc. v To test Digital Signature Chip, the security chip must be sensed. Exit Diag. Run the applicable...
... Quit - Note: After running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; The options on the test menu are incorrect. otherwise, it cannot be set to your computer, detach it . 12. To cancel the test, press Esc. v To test Digital Signature Chip, the security chip must be sensed. Exit Diag. Run the applicable...
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...-Doctor program to test the hardware features of the computer. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) also has problem determination aids that works through the Windows operating system. Windows Vista and Windows XP: Click Start --> All Programs --> Lenovo Services --> Lenovo System Toolbox. Note: The latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) is available at the following : v Click...
...-Doctor program to test the hardware features of the computer. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) also has problem determination aids that works through the Windows operating system. Windows Vista and Windows XP: Click Start --> All Programs --> Lenovo Services --> Lenovo System Toolbox. Note: The latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) is available at the following : v Click...
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...diagnose the drive without starting up the operating system. To diagnose the drive from the diskette drive, and then turn on the computer. Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. In this test. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid state drive Enter the ... HDD Active Protection Test. FRU tests FRU Applicable test System board 1. Place the computer on the computer. 3. Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program. Remove any physical shock to the computer while the test is attached to start the diagnostic program. FRU tests The following ...
...diagnose the drive without starting up the operating system. To diagnose the drive from the diskette drive, and then turn on the computer. Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. In this test. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid state drive Enter the ... HDD Active Protection Test. FRU tests FRU Applicable test System board 1. Place the computer on the computer. 3. Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program. Remove any physical shock to the computer while the test is attached to start the diagnostic program. FRU tests The following ...
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...ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on the computer. 5. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. General checkout 51 Turn off the computer. 6. Remove the battery pack. 3. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Check that the battery pack supplies power when... you are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is supplied when you turn on the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 49...
...ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on the computer. 5. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. General checkout 51 Turn off the computer. 6. Remove the battery pack. 3. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Check that the battery pack supplies power when... you are here because the computer fails only when the ac adapter is supplied when you turn on the computer. Turn off the computer. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 49...
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...about the battery, double-click the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon. Power off the computer. 2. If the resistance is still not charged, go to the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. The resistance must be able to 100% of the total power remains; Checking... charge indicator still does not turn on , replace the system board. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it is correct, replace the system board. 52 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. If...
...about the battery, double-click the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon. Power off the computer. 2. If the resistance is still not charged, go to the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. The resistance must be able to 100% of the total power remains; Checking... charge indicator still does not turn on , replace the system board. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it is correct, replace the system board. 52 ThinkPad T510, T510i, and W510 Hardware Maintenance Manual Perform operational charging. If...
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... : 1. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. General checkout 53 Turn the computer upside down. 3. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board.
... : 1. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. General checkout 53 Turn the computer upside down. 3. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board.
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...external USB DVD drive. Notes: v You must use the recovery discs. Related service information This chapter presents following : © Copyright Lenovo 2009 55 Order the Recovery Disc Set and the drive at the same time so that you want to -FRU index" on http://www...the following information: v "Restoring the factory contents by using the recovery disc set of a failure, no product recovery program is on the computer. To restore the computer to the original factory configuration using Recovery Disc Set" v "Passwords" on page 56 v "Power management" on page 191. Operating System ...
...external USB DVD drive. Notes: v You must use the recovery discs. Related service information This chapter presents following : © Copyright Lenovo 2009 55 Order the Recovery Disc Set and the drive at the same time so that you want to -FRU index" on http://www...the following information: v "Restoring the factory contents by using the recovery disc set of a failure, no product recovery program is on the computer. To restore the computer to the original factory configuration using Recovery Disc Set" v "Passwords" on page 56 v "Power management" on page 191. Operating System ...
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...you have completed the Windows setup, you might want to begin the recovery process. 4. As many as the 1st Boot Device. 2. The computer does not start until the password is required by you. Note: Recovery takes several times and you might experience periods when no action is ...Note: The rest of the data has been copied from the last disc in the set , a prompt for several minutes at least five hours. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 3. Passwords 1. c. Follow the instructions on the screen to select Startup → Boot. Insert the Applications and ...
...you have completed the Windows setup, you might want to begin the recovery process. 4. As many as the 1st Boot Device. 2. The computer does not start until the password is required by you. Note: Recovery takes several times and you might experience periods when no action is ...Note: The rest of the data has been copied from the last disc in the set , a prompt for several minutes at least five hours. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 3. Passwords 1. c. Follow the instructions on the screen to select Startup → Boot. Insert the Applications and ...
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... the power-on password To remove a POP that you have forgotten, do the following: (A) If no master HDP is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized service technicians provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to remove the hard-disk password" on page... the user v Master HDP-for the system administrator, who can use it can be replaced for access to reset the password. Turn off the computer. 2. The hard disk drive can be made available to the service technician, there is booted. Related service information 57 Supervisor password A supervisor password...
... the power-on password To remove a POP that you have forgotten, do the following: (A) If no master HDP is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized service technicians provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to remove the hard-disk password" on page... the user v Master HDP-for the system administrator, who can use it can be replaced for access to reset the password. Turn off the computer. 2. The hard disk drive can be made available to the service technician, there is booted. Related service information 57 Supervisor password A supervisor password...