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GS-35F-05925. Twelfth Edition (Feburary 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2012. Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration "GSA" contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read and understand the Chapter 2 "Safety information" on page 3 and Appendix A "Notices" on page 563.
GS-35F-05925. Twelfth Edition (Feburary 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2012. Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to restrictions set forth in Contract No. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration "GSA" contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read and understand the Chapter 2 "Safety information" on page 3 and Appendix A "Notices" on page 563.
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... access, the FRU part numbers are not compliant originally, replacement parts can also © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2012 1 If the parts are also available at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Important safety information Be sure to all caution and danger statements in this manual before June, 2006... are familiar with Lenovo® computer products. This manual includes a complete FRU part number list for ...
... access, the FRU part numbers are not compliant originally, replacement parts can also © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2012 1 If the parts are also available at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Important safety information Be sure to all caution and danger statements in this manual before June, 2006... are familiar with Lenovo® computer products. This manual includes a complete FRU part number list for ...
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... expects its suppliers to be used. Before or after June 2006 Current or original part Replacement FRU Must be RoHS Must be compliant. Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before June 2006 Current or original part Replacement FRU Non-RoHS Can be Non-RoHS Non-RoHS ...using RoHS compliant FRUs, so only the FRUs identified as compliant in the system HMM or direct substitutions for those FRUs can be ready to support Lenovo's requirements and schedule in the EU. RoHS compliant ThinkCentre parts have unique FRU part numbers. be noncompliant, but in all cases, if the...
... expects its suppliers to be used. Before or after June 2006 Current or original part Replacement FRU Must be RoHS Must be compliant. Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before June 2006 Current or original part Replacement FRU Non-RoHS Can be Non-RoHS Non-RoHS ...using RoHS compliant FRUs, so only the FRUs identified as compliant in the system HMM or direct substitutions for those FRUs can be ready to support Lenovo's requirements and schedule in the EU. RoHS compliant ThinkCentre parts have unique FRU part numbers. be noncompliant, but in all cases, if the...
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... software programs from the Adobe Web site at : http://www.lenovo.com/support Notes: 1. The publication is also available on the Lenovo Support Web site at : http://www.adobe.com Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage® Tools program is only available on your computer. ...the version preinstalled on your computer. Online Books folder Note: The Online Books folder is only available on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. The publication is available in Portable Document Format (PDF). To view the publication, click Start ®...
... software programs from the Adobe Web site at : http://www.lenovo.com/support Notes: 1. The publication is also available on the Lenovo Support Web site at : http://www.adobe.com Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage® Tools program is only available on your computer. ...the version preinstalled on your computer. Online Books folder Note: The Online Books folder is only available on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. The publication is available in Portable Document Format (PDF). To view the publication, click Start ®...
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..., and troubleshooting. • To open the Access Help information system on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ® Help and Support ® Lenovo Access Help. • To open the Access Help information system on the Windows Vista operating system or the Windows XP operating system, click... hard disk drive, the preinstalled Microsoft Windows Vista® operating system or the preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP operating system from http://www.lenovo.com/support. To start the SimpleTap program in a quick way, do any of the following: • Click the red SimpleTap launch point...
..., and troubleshooting. • To open the Access Help information system on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ® Help and Support ® Lenovo Access Help. • To open the Access Help information system on the Windows Vista operating system or the Windows XP operating system, click... hard disk drive, the preinstalled Microsoft Windows Vista® operating system or the preinstalled Microsoft Windows XP operating system from http://www.lenovo.com/support. To start the SimpleTap program in a quick way, do any of the following: • Click the red SimpleTap launch point...
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... of information Chapter 3. Additional information resources If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is available at: http://www.lenovo.com/support You can find the following information: • Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) installation or replacement instructions • Downloads and drivers • Parts information • Publications...
... of information Chapter 3. Additional information resources If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is available at: http://www.lenovo.com/support You can find the following information: • Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) installation or replacement instructions • Downloads and drivers • Parts information • Publications...
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... to problem resolution. 36 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual Have the same Diagnostic Diskettes (version) 7. If possible, have this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. • Machine type and model • Processor or hard disk upgrades • Failure symptom -
... to problem resolution. 36 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual Have the same Diagnostic Diskettes (version) 7. If possible, have this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. • Machine type and model • Processor or hard disk upgrades • Failure symptom -
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.... 3. If your computer. For more information about the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 38 for DOS diagnostic program from http://www.lenovo.com/support. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program is running the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, refer to a Lenovo technical support representative. Diagnostic programs can use the preinstalled diagnostic program...
.... 3. If your computer. For more information about the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 38 for DOS diagnostic program from http://www.lenovo.com/support. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program is running the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, refer to a Lenovo technical support representative. Diagnostic programs can use the preinstalled diagnostic program...
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...to the Rescue and Recovery workspace, you from gaining access to the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery program from http://www.lenovo.com/support. Use the PC-Doctor for computer problems, update system drivers, and view system information. From the Rescue and Recovery workspace,... and Recovery ® Diagnose hardware. Follow the instructions on the screen. The Lenovo System Toolbox program works through the Windows operating system to enable you are unable to a Lenovo technical support representative. Use the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery program if you are unable...
...to the Rescue and Recovery workspace, you from gaining access to the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery program from http://www.lenovo.com/support. Use the PC-Doctor for computer problems, update system drivers, and view system information. From the Rescue and Recovery workspace,... and Recovery ® Diagnose hardware. Follow the instructions on the screen. The Lenovo System Toolbox program works through the Windows operating system to enable you are unable to a Lenovo technical support representative. Use the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery program if you are unable...
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.... 3. Use any time to stop the testing process. Creating a diagnostic disc This section provides instructions on how to run the diagnostic program from : http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. To create a diagnostic disc, do the following: 1.
.... 3. Use any time to stop the testing process. Creating a diagnostic disc This section provides instructions on how to run the diagnostic program from : http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. To create a diagnostic disc, do the following: 1.
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... the front of the computer" on page 71 and "Locating connectors on the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 72. 4.
... the front of the computer" on page 71 and "Locating connectors on the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 72. 4.
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... 103. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the left side and pivoting the front bezel outward. Chapter 8. Removing the front bezel 3. Figure 6. Replacing FRUs (Machine Types...
... 103. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the left side and pivoting the front bezel outward. Chapter 8. Removing the front bezel 3. Figure 6. Replacing FRUs (Machine Types...
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... and understanding the "Important safety information" in any combination up to a maximum of 8 GB of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to a maximum of 8 GB. Figure 7. Note: Only DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs can be used. To replace a memory module...
... and understanding the "Important safety information" in any combination up to a maximum of 8 GB of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to a maximum of 8 GB. Figure 7. Note: Only DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs can be used. To replace a memory module...
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.... Lay the computer on its side and remove the four screws at the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on the system board. Chapter 8. Make sure the notch 1 on page 76. 3. Installing...
.... Lay the computer on its side and remove the four screws at the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on the system board. Chapter 8. Make sure the notch 1 on page 76. 3. Installing...
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...has a voltage-selection switch, ensure that came with your local country or region is the correct replacement. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 8. Go to "Completing the FRU replacement" on how to 230 V. 6. Reconnect the power supply connectors to secure the power supply. Removing... for the power supply 4. Install the four screws to the system board. 9. Reconnect a power supply connector to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 103. Install the new power supply into the chassis so that the screw holes in the power supply...
...has a voltage-selection switch, ensure that came with your local country or region is the correct replacement. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 8. Go to "Completing the FRU replacement" on how to 230 V. 6. Reconnect the power supply connectors to secure the power supply. Removing... for the power supply 4. Install the four screws to the system board. 9. Reconnect a power supply connector to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 103. Install the new power supply into the chassis so that the screw holes in the power supply...
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... system board. 8. Locate the heat sink and fan assembly. Tighten the four screws to secure the new heat sink and fan assembly to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Chapter 8. Position the new heat sink and fan assembly on its side. 3. Removing the heat sink and fan assembly 6.
... system board. 8. Locate the heat sink and fan assembly. Tighten the four screws to secure the new heat sink and fan assembly to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Chapter 8. Position the new heat sink and fan assembly on its side. 3. Removing the heat sink and fan assembly 6.
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... other cables you have a retention module for the new system board. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on the system board. 16. Make sure you removed. 17. See "Removing the...
... other cables you have a retention module for the new system board. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on the system board. 16. Make sure you removed. 17. See "Removing the...
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... settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). The battery normally requires no battery lasts forever. Tabs on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the microprocessor socket cover (bottom view) Figure 14. If the battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including...
... settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). The battery normally requires no battery lasts forever. Tabs on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the microprocessor socket cover (bottom view) Figure 14. If the battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including...
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.... See "Locating parts on the system board" on for information about replacing and disposing of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the computer and all attached devices. 7. Figure 15. Install a new battery. Installing a new battery 5. Removing the old battery 4. Note...
.... See "Locating parts on the system board" on for information about replacing and disposing of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on the computer and all attached devices. 7. Figure 15. Install a new battery. Installing a new battery 5. Removing the old battery 4. Note...
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... Recovery discs. The set of Product Recovery discs enables you also receive a set of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Recovering software" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that do not have an internal hard disk drive...
... Recovery discs. The set of Product Recovery discs enables you also receive a set of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Recovering software" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that do not have an internal hard disk drive...