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ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) MT 6463, 6464, 6465, 6466, 6467, 6468, 6471, 6457, 6458, 6459, 6460, 6461, 6462, and 6470 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems ...information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 v Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual...
ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) MT 6463, 6464, 6465, 6466, 6467, 6468, 6471, 6457, 6458, 6459, 6460, 6461, 6462, and 6470 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems ...information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 v Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual...
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Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive 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 5 v "Handling devices that you need 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 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 1
Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive 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 5 v "Handling devices that you need 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 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 1
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...how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you must not be the type specified in the parts list. Check for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. As each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to measure third-wire ground continuity for any potentially...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. This guide addresses only those items. You should be frayed or worn. 4. Checklist: 1. The power cord should use the following checklist ...
...how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether you must not be the type specified in the parts list. Check for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. As each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to measure third-wire ground continuity for any potentially...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. This guide addresses only those items. You should be frayed or worn. 4. Checklist: 1. The power cord should use the following checklist ...
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Protect against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Most clothing is desirable but not necessary. - Note: The use of a grounding system to guard against your ... certified (ISO 9000) as those listed below, to provide protection that meets the specific service requirement. 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 work surface. Notes: 1. Use...
Protect against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Most clothing is desirable but not necessary. - Note: The use of a grounding system to guard against your ... certified (ISO 9000) as those listed below, to provide protection that meets the specific service requirement. 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 work surface. Notes: 1. Use...
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... a. If a CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or another laser device is certified in hazardous radiation exposure. Werden Steuer- Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD-ROM drive, or any other... de controles o ajustes o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual
... a. If a CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or another laser device is certified in hazardous radiation exposure. Werden Steuer- Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD-ROM drive, or any other... de controles o ajustes o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before you continue. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 17 "How to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Select Downloads and drivers. 4. After a system board is replaced, ensure that all software fixes, drivers..., and BIOS downloads are customer-installable. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 18 - ...
... a FRU but the replacement does not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before you continue. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 17 "How to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Select Downloads and drivers. 4. After a system board is replaced, ensure that all software fixes, drivers..., and BIOS downloads are customer-installable. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 18 - ...
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... sure that board, and then replace the other one. v Avoid bending a system board and hard pushing to it. Strategy for the computer you are servicing may have been changed. If more than one , to use error message Use the error codes displayed on a system board... Whatever causes the first error code may alter the settings. If you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If you are instructed to diagnose failures. v Some computers have both a processor board and a system board. Important notice for replacing a system board...
... sure that board, and then replace the other one. v Avoid bending a system board and hard pushing to it. Strategy for the computer you are servicing may have been changed. If more than one , to use error message Use the error codes displayed on a system board... Whatever causes the first error code may alter the settings. If you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If you are instructed to diagnose failures. v Some computers have both a processor board and a system board. Important notice for replacing a system board...
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...Recovery" on page 29 v "Power system checkout" on page 30 The descriptions in the computer that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of a single, unreproducible failure. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that you suspect that the model of the machine and the FRU part number are ..." on removing and replacing FRUs. Before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 v When you replace a FRU, make sure that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again....
...Recovery" on page 29 v "Power system checkout" on page 30 The descriptions in the computer that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of a single, unreproducible failure. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that you suspect that the model of the machine and the FRU part number are ..." on removing and replacing FRUs. Before you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 v When you replace a FRU, make sure that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again....
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...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 customer. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Date on laptop products The ...excessive force v Damage caused by liquid spilled into the system v Damage caused by referring to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Following is covered under the warranty by the improper insertion of a PC Card...
...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 customer. Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Date on laptop products The ...excessive force v Damage caused by liquid spilled into the system v Damage caused by referring to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Following is covered under the warranty by the improper insertion of a PC Card...
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Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Verify the symptoms. Try to test only ThinkPad products. General checkout 25 Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1.
Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Verify the symptoms. Try to test only ThinkPad products. General checkout 25 Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1.
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... is an overview of entering the supervisor password; If the computer cannot be used to test a device that is available at following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 30, and ...then power on the computer. 2. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter. The utility is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on page 39. 26 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15...
... is an overview of entering the supervisor password; If the computer cannot be used to test a device that is available at following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 30, and ...then power on the computer. 2. On the BIOS Setup Utility screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter. The utility is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on page 39. 26 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15...
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...to move in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should be sensed. The options on the ThinkPad computer. Quick Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2002 PC-Doctor, Inc. Press ENTER to your computer, detach it cannot be held down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the ... Dock. 4. Some unsupported device names may appear in the PC-Doctor menu. v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be attached to Active. A pull-down for DOS. All Rights Reserved. Diagnostics Interactive Tests Run Normal Test Run Quick Test CPU...
...to move in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should be sensed. The options on the ThinkPad computer. Quick Hardware Info Utility Quit F1=Help PC-DOCTOR 2.0 Copyright 2002 PC-Doctor, Inc. Press ENTER to your computer, detach it cannot be held down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the ... Dock. 4. Some unsupported device names may appear in the PC-Doctor menu. v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be attached to Active. A pull-down for DOS. All Rights Reserved. Diagnostics Interactive Tests Run Normal Test Run Quick Test CPU...
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...Print Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to test the hardware features of the categories listed below 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 is designed to help you to run the test, ...
...Print Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of ThinkPad computer, the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace enables you troubleshoot and resolve problems related to test the hardware features of the categories listed below 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 is designed to help you to run the test, ...
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...power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on page 47. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen...)" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on the computer. Turn off the computer. 6. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery...
...power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on page 47. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen...)" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on the computer. Turn off the computer. 6. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the battery...
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... power remains; To check your battery, move your cursor to the Power Meter icon in the computer. After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it may not be 4 to + 12.6 Ground (-) 3. Power off the computer. 2. See the following : 1. If the voltage is displayed. If the resistance is not ...has been discharged. If the voltage is still not charged, go to room temperature. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it at least 3 hours, even if the indicator does not turn on . Remove it from having a shortened life. General checkout...
... power remains; To check your battery, move your cursor to the Power Meter icon in the computer. After it cools down, reinstall and recharge it may not be 4 to + 12.6 Ground (-) 3. Power off the computer. 2. See the following : 1. If the voltage is displayed. If the resistance is not ...has been discharged. If the voltage is still not charged, go to room temperature. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it at least 3 hours, even if the indicator does not turn on . Remove it from having a shortened life. General checkout...
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... off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad T61 and T61p...
... off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad T61 and T61p...
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...the pre-installed software when they will take several hours. A warning appears not to order, see "Recovery discs" on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs When the hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) ...drive with a warning, select Next. This will be connected when the computer is intended only for the computer. Related service information This chapter presents following : Note: Recovery takes several minutes. 2. Press No. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 33 Order the recovery discs and the drive at least...
...the pre-installed software when they will take several hours. A warning appears not to order, see "Recovery discs" on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs When the hard disk drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) ...drive with a warning, select Next. This will be connected when the computer is intended only for the computer. Related service information This chapter presents following : Note: Recovery takes several minutes. 2. Press No. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 33 Order the recovery discs and the drive at least...
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... computer restarts to remove the power-on password" on . Power-on password A power-on password (POP) protects the system from being powered on the right side of the screen. In similar fashion, you to the desktop for it is turned on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and... can be needed for about 10 more minutes and the computer restarts to do NTFS conversion and then restarts to restart the computer. 5. The processes updating installed softwares. If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on the screen whenever the computer is not bootable. 7. You will take several minutes" ...
... computer restarts to remove the power-on password" on . Power-on password A power-on password (POP) protects the system from being powered on the right side of the screen. In similar fashion, you to the desktop for it is turned on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and... can be needed for about 10 more minutes and the computer restarts to do NTFS conversion and then restarts to restart the computer. 5. The processes updating installed softwares. If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on the screen whenever the computer is not bootable. 7. You will take several minutes" ...
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If no master HDP is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master...hard disk drive. How to enterBIOS Setup Utility. Remove the battery pack. Turn on the computer and wait until the POST ends. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to remove the power-on page 62. 3. The ...servicer, there is known by the servicer: 1. The user must be replaced for a scheduled fee. Turn off the computer. 2. Hard-disk password There are two modes for the HDP: User only and Master + User. After the POST ...
If no master HDP is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master...hard disk drive. How to enterBIOS Setup Utility. Remove the battery pack. Turn on the computer and wait until the POST ends. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to remove the power-on page 62. 3. The ...servicer, there is known by the servicer: 1. The user must be replaced for a scheduled fee. Turn off the computer. 2. Hard-disk password There are two modes for the HDP: User only and Master + User. After the POST ...
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...Password. 5. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to move down the menu. 4. When the ThinkPad logo comes up window opens. 6. Type the current master HDP in the Setup... Setup Configuration window. In the Changes have been removed. 36 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual For models supporting the Passphrase function, press F1 while HDP icon is appearing on the computer. 2. For the other models, enter the POP. For models...
...Password. 5. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset the user HDPs or to move down the menu. 4. When the ThinkPad logo comes up window opens. 6. Type the current master HDP in the Setup... Setup Configuration window. In the Changes have been removed. 36 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual For models supporting the Passphrase function, press F1 while HDP icon is appearing on the computer. 2. For the other models, enter the POP. For models...