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... may not provide full feature functionality. The following are used under license. [10] Battery: These model numbers achieved Battery Rundown Time of Lenovo: Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, Access Connections, Active Protection System, Rescue and Recovery, System Migration Assistant, ThinkPad, ThinkVantage, TrackPoint, Ultrabay, UltraConnect, and UltraNav. ... without notice. A description of others. Microsoft® and Windows Vista are based on safe and effective computing. Linux is not responsible for the latest information on IEEE 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g respectively.
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All rights reserved. Fourth Edition (January 2008) © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008. 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 ...this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925. © Lenovo 2007, 2008 LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″...
All rights reserved. Fourth Edition (January 2008) © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008. 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 ...this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925. © Lenovo 2007, 2008 LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″GSA″...
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...read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 v Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Important: This manual is divided ...into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure ...
...read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 v Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Important: This manual is divided ...into sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure ...
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Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer. v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 1
Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer. v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 1
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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. Safety information 5 Safety inspection guide The purpose of any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. If any unsafe conditions are any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to...
..., 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. Safety information 5 Safety inspection guide The purpose of any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. If any unsafe conditions are any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to...
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... systems. - Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your clothing. Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can use of the computer is insulative and retains a charge even when you use an ESD common ground or reference point. v Prevent the part from touching your ...on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use have been certified (ISO 9000) as those listed below, to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that are sensitive to provide protection that ...
... systems. - Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your clothing. Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can use of the computer is insulative and retains a charge even when you use an ESD common ground or reference point. v Prevent the part from touching your ...on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use have been certified (ISO 9000) as those listed below, to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that are sensitive to provide protection that ...
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... a CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or another laser device is installed, note the following: CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung...
... a CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or another laser device is installed, note the following: CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung...
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...page 19 - "How to use error message" on page 18 - Select Downloads and drivers. 4. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 18 - Important service information This chapter presents following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing FRUs ...replacing parts: Make sure that the latest BIOS is replaced, ensure that all software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are instructed to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. "Important notice for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 18 v "Strategy for replacing FRUs for replacing FRUs" - "...
...page 19 - "How to use error message" on page 18 - Select Downloads and drivers. 4. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 18 - Important service information This chapter presents following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing FRUs ...replacing parts: Make sure that the latest BIOS is replaced, ensure that all software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are instructed to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. "Important notice for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 18 v "Strategy for replacing FRUs for replacing FRUs" - "...
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... the View Configuration option); Attention: The drive startup sequence in effect. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing may be the cause of a system board can be lost. Whatever causes the first error code may alter the ...board: v Do not drop a system board or apply any of the FRUs may have both a processor board and a system board. v Some computers have been changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on a system board are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance...
... the View Configuration option); Attention: The drive startup sequence in effect. Strategy for replacing a system board Some components mounted on the computer you are servicing may be the cause of a system board can be lost. Whatever causes the first error code may alter the ...board: v Do not drop a system board or apply any of the FRUs may have both a processor board and a system board. v Some computers have been changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on a system board are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance...
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... for DOS diagnostics program. Before you are correct by referring to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 Drives in this chapter apply to your particular computer. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. Consider replacing...occur for DOS" on page 29 - v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that have been altered. v A FRU should service the computer. v Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. If you replace a FRU, ...
... for DOS diagnostics program. Before you are correct by referring to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 Drives in this chapter apply to your particular computer. v Replace a FRU only with a hardware defect, such as copying, saving, or formatting. Consider replacing...occur for DOS" on page 29 - v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that have been altered. v A FRU should service the computer. v Be extremely careful during such write operations as cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software errors. If you replace a FRU, ...
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...servicer __ 2. Machine type, model number, and serial number __ 9. 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 the customer. Before checking ...problems 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 the improper insertion of a PC Card or the installation of an incompatible card v Improper...
...servicer __ 2. Machine type, model number, and serial number __ 9. 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 the customer. Before checking ...problems 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 the improper insertion of a PC Card or the installation of an incompatible card v Improper...
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The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. General checkout 25 Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products.
The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. General checkout 25 Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products.
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..., BIOS Setup Utility menu appears after the password is available at following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to initialize the computer setup by running the diagnostics test included in the ThinkPad Advanced Dock, even if the... http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on page 30, and check the power sources. Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS is entered. This section is in PC-Doctor. then power on the computer. 2. If the computer cannot be used...
..., BIOS Setup Utility menu appears after the password is available at following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to initialize the computer setup by running the diagnostics test included in the ThinkPad Advanced Dock, even if the... http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on page 30, and check the power sources. Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS is entered. This section is in PC-Doctor. then power on the computer. 2. If the computer cannot be used...
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...-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list. v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be sensed. If you have an external monitor attached to your computer, detach it cannot be set to move in the PC-Doctor menu. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and... the screen. 2. Quick Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2002 PC-Doctor, Inc. Full Memory Test - Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer.
...-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list. v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be sensed. If you have an external monitor attached to your computer, detach it cannot be set to move in the PC-Doctor menu. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and... the screen. 2. Quick Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2002 PC-Doctor, Inc. Full Memory Test - Follow the instructions on the ThinkPad computer.
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... run the PC-Doctor program to test the hardware features of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to display symptoms and solutions: v Check System Health v System and Device Tests v Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Windows This product...
... run the PC-Doctor program to test the hardware features of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to display symptoms and solutions: v Check System Health v System and Device Tests v Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Windows This product...
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...) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +20 2 0 3 Ground Note: Output voltage of pin no.2 of the AC adapter may different from the one you turn on the computer. 5. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 30 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual... v If the power-on indicator does not turn on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. Power system checkout To verify a symptom, ...
...) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +20 2 0 3 Ground Note: Output voltage of pin no.2 of the AC adapter may different from the one you turn on the computer. 5. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 30 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual... v If the power-on indicator does not turn on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. Power system checkout To verify a symptom, ...
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... at least 3 hours, even if the indicator does not turn on , replace the system board. Then reinstall the battery pack. Power off the computer. 2. Perform operational charging. If the charge indicator still does not turn on . Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation... or a battery pack that less than 95% of the total power remains; This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it may not be 4 to charge. If the battery status indicator or icon does not turn on , replace the battery pack...
... at least 3 hours, even if the indicator does not turn on , replace the system board. Then reinstall the battery pack. Power off the computer. 2. Perform operational charging. If the charge indicator still does not turn on . Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation... or a battery pack that less than 95% of the total power remains; This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it may not be 4 to charge. If the battery status indicator or icon does not turn on , replace the battery pack...
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Turn the computer upside down. 3. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad ...). 4. See the following : 1. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 80). 5. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2.
Turn the computer upside down. 3. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad ...). 4. See the following : 1. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 80). 5. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2.
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...menu appears with the pre-installed software when they will be connected when the computer is intended only for the computer. A warning appears not to the original factory state, and click Next. Press No. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 33 Select Restore my hard drive to power down the... computer during the recovery process. One more warning appears saying that recovery is turned on page 39 Service Web ...
...menu appears with the pre-installed software when they will be connected when the computer is intended only for the computer. A warning appears not to the original factory state, and click Next. Press No. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 33 Select Restore my hard drive to power down the... computer during the recovery process. One more warning appears saying that recovery is turned on page 39 Service Web ...
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... of the screen. Windows setup continues on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Then the computer restarts, does some more DOS full screen processing, and restarts again to the Windows desktop. You will take several minutes" appears and... factory preinstallation continues for about 25 minutes. 9. File processing continues in the optical drive since it appears on the screen whenever the computer is not installed appears repeatedly in the system tray, but may take about 10 more minutes, another restart to a DOS screen and...
... of the screen. Windows setup continues on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Then the computer restarts, does some more DOS full screen processing, and restarts again to the Windows desktop. You will take several minutes" appears and... factory preinstallation continues for about 25 minutes. 9. File processing continues in the optical drive since it appears on the screen whenever the computer is not installed appears repeatedly in the system tray, but may take about 10 more minutes, another restart to a DOS screen and...