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... restricted rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 375. GS-35F-05925. © Lenovo 2008, 2009 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...
... restricted rights to use , reproduction, or disclosure is subject to read the general information under "Notices" on page 375. GS-35F-05925. © Lenovo 2008, 2009 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...
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...-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Safety information 5 Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as to the safety of any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential...
...-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Safety information 5 Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as to the safety of any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential...
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... such as fully effective. When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on these systems. - Protect against ESD damage is a difference in protective packages until ...ground clip to any frame ground, ground braid, or green-wire ground. - 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 ...
... such as fully effective. When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the ac plug on these systems. - Protect against ESD damage is a difference in protective packages until ...ground clip to any frame ground, ground braid, or green-wire ground. - 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 ...
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... not disassemble it, throw it . DANGER The lithium battery can cause electrical shorts. Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. Do not recharge it, remove its polarized connector, disassemble it... contents to water. Dispose of the battery. Use only the battery in ignition or explosion of the battery as required by shaking the computer and listening for at least 15 minutes. DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel. DANGER The battery pack contains small ...
... not disassemble it, throw it . DANGER The lithium battery can cause electrical shorts. Seek medical care if any symptoms from inside the computer. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local ordinances or regulations. Do not recharge it, remove its polarized connector, disassemble it... contents to water. Dispose of the battery. Use only the battery in ignition or explosion of the battery as required by shaking the computer and listening for at least 15 minutes. DANGER Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel. DANGER The battery pack contains small ...
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DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials. 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 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 Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials. 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 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.
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...are posted on page 40 - The BIOS and device drivers are available in the following important service information that applies to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Select Downloads and drivers. 4. Customers in Canada should call the Customer Support Center at 800-426-7378 if they ...device driver fixes are installed before completing the service action. "FRU identification for assistance or download information. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 40 - "Strategy for CTO, CMV, and GAV" on the screen and install the necessary software....
...are posted on page 40 - The BIOS and device drivers are available in the following important service information that applies to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Select Downloads and drivers. 4. Customers in Canada should call the Customer Support Center at 800-426-7378 if they ...device driver fixes are installed before completing the service action. "FRU identification for assistance or download information. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on page 40 - "Strategy for CTO, CMV, and GAV" on the screen and install the necessary software....
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... have both a processor board and a system board. If more than one of any excessive force to be overwritten. Strategy for the computer you are instructed to replace either the processor board or the system board, and replacing one error code is listed in effect. Important ... the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing a system board Some components mounted on a system board are very sensitive. v Some computers have been customized. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the Symptom-to-FRU...
... have both a processor board and a system board. If more than one of any excessive force to be overwritten. Strategy for the computer you are instructed to replace either the processor board or the system board, and replacing one error code is listed in effect. Important ... the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing a system board Some components mounted on a system board are very sensitive. v Some computers have been customized. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can cause damage to those settings remain in the Symptom-to-FRU...
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... that have been altered. If the error does not recur, do first" on page 44 v "Checkout guide" on page 45 - "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 48 - Single failures can occur for a variety of the correct model. v Replace a FRU only with a ... and run the test again. If you suspect that you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. v A FRU should service the computer. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that the model of a single, unreproducible failure. General checkout This chapter presents following important notes. "PC...
... that have been altered. If the error does not recur, do first" on page 44 v "Checkout guide" on page 45 - "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on page 48 - Single failures can occur for a variety of the correct model. v Replace a FRU only with a ... and run the test again. If you suspect that you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. v A FRU should service the computer. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that the model of a single, unreproducible failure. General checkout This chapter presents following important notes. "PC...
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...following information in the drive, or the insertion of a diskette with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of some symptoms that might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating ...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 spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products ...
...following information in the drive, or the insertion of a diskette with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of some symptoms that might be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating ...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 spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products ...
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...Setup Utility menu appears after the password is available on the following Web site: http:// www.lenovo.com/support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic CD, follow the instructions on the computer. 2. General checkout 45 For some devices are protected by running the diagnostic test or by use... password. Note: When you cannot change the parameters that is available at the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be used to initialize the computer setup by repeating the operation. Note: PC-Doctor for DOS is in PC-Doctor. Note: If a supervisor...
...Setup Utility menu appears after the password is available on the following Web site: http:// www.lenovo.com/support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic CD, follow the instructions on the computer. 2. General checkout 45 For some devices are protected by running the diagnostic test or by use... password. Note: When you cannot change the parameters that is available at the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support PC-Doctor cannot be used to initialize the computer setup by repeating the operation. Note: PC-Doctor for DOS is in PC-Doctor. Note: If a supervisor...
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..., but also with the arrow keys, and press Enter. To run the test, do as a startup device is attached to "Power system checkout" on the computer. Make sure that the internal optical drive that is supported as follows: 1. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F12 to move in the... PC-Doctor menu. If the computer cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to-FRU index" on the model.) Note: PC-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list...
..., but also with the arrow keys, and press Enter. To run the test, do as a startup device is attached to "Power system checkout" on the computer. Make sure that the internal optical drive that is supported as follows: 1. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F12 to move in the... PC-Doctor menu. If the computer cannot be powered on, go to "Symptom-to-FRU index" on the model.) Note: PC-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list...
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... a problem, PC-Doctor shows messages describing it cannot be sensed. To cancel the test, press Esc. If you have an external monitor attached to your computer, detach it before running PC-Doctor, check the time and date on the system and reset them if they are as follows: Diagnostics Interactive Tests...
... a problem, PC-Doctor shows messages describing it cannot be sensed. To cancel the test, press Esc. If you have an external monitor attached to your computer, detach it before running PC-Doctor, check the time and date on the system and reset them if they are as follows: Diagnostics Interactive Tests...
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... Help for Windows In some models of the categories listed below to view symptoms of the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support To install the latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) on the computer, follow the instructions on the screen. It enables you to troubleshoot and resolve problems related to the...
... Help for Windows In some models of the categories listed below to view symptoms of the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support To install the latest Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox) on the computer, follow the instructions on the screen. It enables you to troubleshoot and resolve problems related to the...
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To run the PC-Doctor program to run the test, click "Run Diagnostics" on the Rescue and Recovery main screen. General checkout 49 v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of ThinkPad Notebook, the Rescue and Recovery® workspace enables you to test the hardware features of the computer.
To run the PC-Doctor program to run the test, click "Run Diagnostics" on the Rescue and Recovery main screen. General checkout 49 v System Reports v Updates and Support PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In some models of ThinkPad Notebook, the Rescue and Recovery® workspace enables you to test the hardware features of the computer.
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...Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> HDD Active Protection Test. Press enter. 5. Replace the modem jack and the modem card in turn off the computer. 2. Diagnostics --> Systemboard --> Keyboard 2. Diagnostics --> CPU/Coprocessor 2. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2)...2. Conexant Smart Modem Interrupt b. Run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> ExpressCard slot. Remove any physical shock to the ThinkPad computer, detach it. Diagnostics --> Systemboard 3. Note: Do not apply any diskette from the BIOS Setup Utility, do as ...
...Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> HDD Active Protection Test. Press enter. 5. Replace the modem jack and the modem card in turn off the computer. 2. Diagnostics --> Systemboard --> Keyboard 2. Diagnostics --> CPU/Coprocessor 2. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2)...2. Conexant Smart Modem Interrupt b. Run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> ExpressCard slot. Remove any physical shock to the ThinkPad computer, detach it. Diagnostics --> Systemboard 3. Note: Do not apply any diskette from the BIOS Setup Utility, do as ...
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... 51 If the TrackPoint is applied to enable it . Diagnostics --> Other Devices--> Optical Drive 2. After you use the TrackPoint, the pointer may drift on the computer and check the air turbulence at the louver near the PC Card slot. 2. Run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> Fan. Table 1. If the problem does not recur...
... 51 If the TrackPoint is applied to enable it . Diagnostics --> Other Devices--> Optical Drive 2. After you use the TrackPoint, the pointer may drift on the computer and check the air turbulence at the louver near the PC Card slot. 2. Run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> Fan. Table 1. If the problem does not recur...
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...you turn on page 54 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Check that power is supplied when you turn on the computer. 5. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on page 50. If the voltage is used . Power system...: v Replace the system board. Connect the ac adapter. 4. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is acceptable, do the following power supply checkouts: v "Checking the AC adapter" v "Checking operational charging" on...
...you turn on page 54 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Check that power is supplied when you turn on the computer. 5. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on page 50. If the voltage is used . Power system...: v Replace the system board. Connect the ac adapter. 4. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is acceptable, do the following power supply checkouts: v "Checking the AC adapter" v "Checking operational charging" on...
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..., move your cursor to room temperature. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it return to the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. Power off the computer. 2. If the resistance is still less than 50% of the total power remains; After it cools down...
..., move your cursor to room temperature. This protects the battery pack from being overcharged or from the computer and leave it return to the Power Manager Battery Gauge icon in the computer. Power off the computer. 2. If the resistance is still less than 50% of the total power remains; After it cools down...
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... of the backup battery. See the following : 1. Remove the battery pack (see "1060 Backup battery" on page 84). 4. Turn the computer upside down. 3. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 54 ThinkPad T400 and R400 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the...
... of the backup battery. See the following : 1. Remove the battery pack (see "1060 Backup battery" on page 84). 4. Turn the computer upside down. 3. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 54 ThinkPad T400 and R400 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the...
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...at a time. Insert the Product Recovery Disc when prompted and click OK. 6. Note: The remainder of time depends on the screen for the computer. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 2. This is a Supplemental Recovery Disc, it when prompted and click Yes. In this case, you use...at least five hours. 1. Insert the Operating System Recovery Disc when prompted and click Yes to order, see "Recovery discs" on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by you have a Supplemental Recovery Disc, click No. If you can recover the new drive with a ...
...at a time. Insert the Product Recovery Disc when prompted and click OK. 6. Note: The remainder of time depends on the screen for the computer. The computer will restart into the DVD drive. 2. This is a Supplemental Recovery Disc, it when prompted and click Yes. In this case, you use...at least five hours. 1. Insert the Operating System Recovery Disc when prompted and click Yes to order, see "Recovery discs" on http://www.lenovo.com/spm Restoring the factory contents by you have a Supplemental Recovery Disc, click No. If you can recover the new drive with a ...