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...sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Use this manual This manual contains service and reference information ...and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 v v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) MT 6463, 6464, 6465, 6466, 6467, 6468, 6471, 6457, 6458, 6459,...
...sections as follows: v The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems effectively. Use this manual This manual contains service and reference information ...and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2011 v v The product-specific section includes service, reference, and product-specific parts information. ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) MT 6463, 6464, 6465, 6466, 6467, 6468, 6471, 6457, 6458, 6459,...
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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, 2011 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, 2011 1
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...hazard could be the type specified in good condition. Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Check exterior covers for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Use a meter to assist you can cause serious or fatal electrical shock) v Explosive hazards, such as a damaged CRT face or...cord should use the following checklist at the beginning of any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Check the power cord for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Check ...
...hazard could be the type specified in good condition. Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Check exterior covers for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Use a meter to assist you can cause serious or fatal electrical shock) v Explosive hazards, such as a damaged CRT face or...cord should use the following checklist at the beginning of any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Check the power cord for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Check ...
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... a grounding system, such as fully effective. Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD... 1. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. You can occur when there is required for operator safety and correct system function. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of a ...
... a grounding system, such as fully effective. Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD... 1. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. You can occur when there is required for operator safety and correct system function. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of a ...
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... the CD-ROM drive, the DVD-ROM drive, or any other than those drives. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. to conform to the requirements...
... the CD-ROM drive, the DVD-ROM drive, or any other than those drives. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. to conform to the requirements...
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...: v "Strategy for replacing FRUs" - The BIOS and device drivers are posted on page 19 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. Follow the directions on the screen. 3. Strategy for assistance or... download information. "Product definition" on the customer support site http://www.lenovo.com/support Advise customers to contact the Customer Support Center at 800-565-3344 for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that...
...: v "Strategy for replacing FRUs" - The BIOS and device drivers are posted on page 19 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. Follow the directions on the screen. 3. Strategy for assistance or... download information. "Product definition" on the customer support site http://www.lenovo.com/support Advise customers to contact the Customer Support Center at 800-565-3344 for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that...
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...task. Be sure that those components, and may have both a processor board and a system board. If you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Whatever causes the first error code may alter the settings. Before replacing the adapter or... any of the FRUs may have been customized. Note the current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); Strategy for the computer you are very sensitive. Improper handling of a system board can be the cause of the error. Be extremely careful during write...
...task. Be sure that those components, and may have both a processor board and a system board. If you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Whatever causes the first error code may alter the settings. Before replacing the adapter or... any of the FRUs may have been customized. Note the current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); Strategy for the computer you are very sensitive. Improper handling of a system board can be the cause of the error. Be extremely careful during write...
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... notes: v Only certified trained personnel should not be overwritten. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of the correct model. v A FRU should service the computer. "PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery" on page 29 v "Power system checkout"... replaced because of the machine and the FRU part number are servicing sequence might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 v When you replace a FRU, make sure that have been altered. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs...
... notes: v Only certified trained personnel should not be overwritten. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of the correct model. v A FRU should service the computer. "PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery" on page 29 v "Power system checkout"... replaced because of the machine and the FRU part number are servicing sequence might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 23 v When you replace a FRU, make sure that have been altered. Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs...
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...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 an ...computer damage was detected __ 7. Following is covered under warranty: v LCD panel cracked from the application of excessive force or from being dropped v Scratched (cosmetic) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T61...
...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 an ...computer damage was detected __ 7. Following is covered under warranty: v LCD panel cracked from the application of excessive force or from being dropped v Scratched (cosmetic) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T61...
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Verify the symptoms. Try to test only ThinkPad products. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. General checkout 25 Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. The use of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to false indications of errors and invalid system responses. 1.
Verify the symptoms. Try to test only ThinkPad products. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. General checkout 25 Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. 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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... you test one of these devices, you need to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on the Web site. To test a USB device, connect it by pressing Enter instead of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run correctly. Testing the computer To run PC-Doctor. This section is entered. To avoid... up, immediately press F1 to -FRU index" on page 39. 26 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual however, you run the test, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to...
... you test one of these devices, you need to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on the Web site. To test a USB device, connect it by pressing Enter instead of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run correctly. Testing the computer To run PC-Doctor. This section is entered. To avoid... up, immediately press F1 to -FRU index" on page 39. 26 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual however, you run the test, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to...
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...Wireless LAN Memory Test - All Rights Reserved. otherwise, it before running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be sensed. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and press Enter. Quick v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette v System Load v CD... select. v To test Digital Signature Chip, the security chip must be held down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the ThinkPad computer. On the first screen, select the model and press Enter. A pull-down for DOS. Full Memory Test -
...Wireless LAN Memory Test - All Rights Reserved. otherwise, it before running PC-Doctor for at least 2 seconds; v To test Serial Ports or Parallel Ports, the ThinkPad computer must be sensed. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and press Enter. Quick v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette v System Load v CD... select. v To test Digital Signature Chip, the security chip must be held down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the ThinkPad computer. On the first screen, select the model and press Enter. A pull-down for DOS. Full Memory Test -
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... 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 your computer. Select one 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...
... 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 your computer. Select one 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...
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... AC adapter, do the following: 1. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on the computer. 5. Turn off the computer. 2. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is used . Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Check that the battery pack supplies power when you turn on the...
... AC adapter, do the following: 1. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen)" on the computer. 5. Turn off the computer. 2. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is used . Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Check that the battery pack supplies power when you turn on the...
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... charge indicator still does not turn on , remove the battery pack and let it . This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it from having a shortened life. See the following : 1. Note: Recharging will take at room temperature for a moment (but do the ...on , replace the battery pack. Then reinstall the battery pack. The resistance must be able to the Power Meter icon in the computer. Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that less...
... charge indicator still does not turn on , remove the battery pack and let it . This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it from having a shortened life. See the following : 1. Note: Recharging will take at room temperature for a moment (but do the ...on , replace the battery pack. Then reinstall the battery pack. The resistance must be able to the Power Meter icon in the computer. Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that less...
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... Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1110 Backup battery" on page 62). 4. See the following : 1. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15....4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. Turn the computer upside down. 3.
... Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1110 Backup battery" on page 62). 4. See the following : 1. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 32 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15....4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. Turn the computer upside down. 3.
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.... In this completes, the computer will restart and a window will take several hours. For information on which discs to order, see "Recovery discs" on appears. This will ask you to insert a Product Recovery Supplemental Disk, if you must be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory... contents by using Product Recovery discs, do not want to save any files and click Next. Following menu appears with the pre-installed software when they will be connected when the computer is on the new drive. ...
.... In this completes, the computer will restart and a window will take several hours. For information on which discs to order, see "Recovery discs" on appears. This will ask you to insert a Product Recovery Supplemental Disk, if you must be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory... contents by using Product Recovery discs, do not want to save any files and click Next. Following menu appears with the pre-installed software when they will be connected when the computer is on the new drive. ...
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...optical drive since it appears on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual No user intervention is not bootable. 7. The processes updating installed softwares. A warning that antivirus software is entered. The computer does not start until all the files are copied...., see "How to the Windows desktop. Select Yes. A warning window appears, giving you to audit this may be booted. If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on . You will be prompted to stop the restart, but this point. 8. A total progress bar allows you one last...
...optical drive since it appears on page 35. 34 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual No user intervention is not bootable. 7. The processes updating installed softwares. A warning that antivirus software is entered. The computer does not start until all the files are copied...., see "How to the Windows desktop. Select Yes. A warning window appears, giving you to audit this may be booted. If any ThinkPad computer: the power-on . You will be prompted to stop the restart, but this point. 8. A total progress bar allows you one last...
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...get access to the BIOS Setup Utility and change the system configuration. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. 2. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has ...how to recover data from the hard disk drive. The POP has been removed. 5. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to the hard disk drive. Remove the battery pack. If...HDP has been forgotten, check whether a master HDP has been set and is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to...
...get access to the BIOS Setup Utility and change the system configuration. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. 2. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has ...how to recover data from the hard disk drive. The POP has been removed. 5. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to the hard disk drive. Remove the battery pack. If...HDP has been forgotten, check whether a master HDP has been set and is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to...
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... the POP icon is appearing on the ThinkPad computer. 3. Select Password. 5. then leave the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice. 7. then enter the POP. Select Password. 5. In the Changes have been removed. 36 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance... Manual Type the current master HDP in the Setup Configuration window. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to...
... the POP icon is appearing on the ThinkPad computer. 3. Select Password. 5. then leave the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice. 7. then enter the POP. Select Password. 5. In the Changes have been removed. 36 ThinkPad T61 and T61p (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance... Manual Type the current master HDP in the Setup Configuration window. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers provide any services to...