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Version 1.0 2013.08 31505094 Note: Connect the power supply to your Flex 20 when using it for the first time.
Version 1.0 2013.08 31505094 Note: Connect the power supply to your Flex 20 when using it for the first time.
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First Edition (August 2013)30th © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013. GS-35F-05925 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 restrictions set forth in Contract No.
First Edition (August 2013)30th © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013. GS-35F-05925 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 restrictions set forth in Contract No.
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... Chapter 5. FRU lists-Flex 20 . . . . . 47 Chapter 10. General information . . . . . 9 Specifications 9 Chapter 4. Symptom-to-FRU Index . . 19 Hard disk drive boot error 19 Power Supply Problems 19 POST error codes 20 Undetermined problems 20 Chapter 7. Locating connectors, controls and components 21 Chapter 8. Additional Service Information 55 © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 iii Using the Setup Utility...
... Chapter 5. FRU lists-Flex 20 . . . . . 47 Chapter 10. General information . . . . . 9 Specifications 9 Chapter 4. Symptom-to-FRU Index . . 19 Hard disk drive boot error 19 Power Supply Problems 19 POST error codes 20 Undetermined problems 20 Chapter 7. Locating connectors, controls and components 21 Chapter 8. Additional Service Information 55 © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 iii Using the Setup Utility...
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.... • Do not wear loose clothing that can be hazardous to your sleeves are : hammering, drilling soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, using solvents, or working in any heavy object: 1. Do not attempt to lift any objects that weigh more than 16 kg (35 lbs.) or...the object equally across both feet. 3. Electrical safety CAUTION: Electrical current from the muscles in the installation and configuration procedures. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 3 Lift by standing or by pushing up above your leg muscles; this action removes the strain from power, telephone, and ...
.... • Do not wear loose clothing that can be hazardous to your sleeves are : hammering, drilling soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, using solvents, or working in any heavy object: 1. Do not attempt to lift any objects that weigh more than 16 kg (35 lbs.) or...the object equally across both feet. 3. Electrical safety CAUTION: Electrical current from the muscles in the installation and configuration procedures. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 3 Lift by standing or by pushing up above your leg muscles; this action removes the strain from power, telephone, and ...
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... person, familiar with the power-off (EPO) switch, disconnecting switch, or electrical outlet. Use only one hand when working on when they are in your pocket or behind your body. - Blowers and fans - do not become a victim yourself. 4 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual By observing the above rule, you...
... person, familiar with the power-off (EPO) switch, disconnecting switch, or electrical outlet. Use only one hand when working on when they are in your pocket or behind your body. - Blowers and fans - do not become a victim yourself. 4 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual By observing the above rule, you...
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... the power off, and the power cord disconnected. c. ESD damage can occur when there is to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use product-specific ESD procedures when they present: • Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame can continue...are all at the same charge. Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be used to identify potential safety hazards due to measure third-wire ground continuity for : a. Notes: 1. If any obvious alterations. Check...
... the power off, and the power cord disconnected. c. ESD damage can occur when there is to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Use product-specific ESD procedures when they present: • Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary voltage on the frame can continue...are all at the same charge. Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be used to identify potential safety hazards due to measure third-wire ground continuity for : a. Notes: 1. If any obvious alterations. Check...
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...certified electrician. Most clothing is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. • Select a grounding system, such as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. 6 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual... DANGER Electrical current from touching your clothing. Use the round ground-prong of the electrical outlet can use of English. Proper grounding of the AC plug on ...
...certified electrician. Most clothing is especially useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices. • Select a grounding system, such as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. 6 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual... DANGER Electrical current from touching your clothing. Use the round ground-prong of the electrical outlet can use of English. Proper grounding of the AC plug on ...
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Turn device ON. Remove all cables to hazardous laser radiation. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of the laser product could result in exposure to devices. 3. There are installed, note the following : These diodes emit radiation...Dispose of the battery as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROM drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are no serviceable parts inside the device. • Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in water • Heat to the beam. First, remove ...
Turn device ON. Remove all cables to hazardous laser radiation. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of the laser product could result in exposure to devices. 3. There are installed, note the following : These diodes emit radiation...Dispose of the battery as CD-ROMs, DVD-ROM drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are no serviceable parts inside the device. • Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in water • Heat to the beam. First, remove ...
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... one power cord. ≥18 kg (37 lbs) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on top of rack-mounted devices. 8 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual To remove...
... one power cord. ≥18 kg (37 lbs) CAUTION: Use safe practices when lifting. ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) CAUTION: The power control button on the device and the power switch on top of rack-mounted devices. 8 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual To remove...
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... Attention: The drives in the computer you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 11 Set all external devices. 2. For an explanation of these messages, refer to the middle position. 4. Use the following happens, follow the instruction given: • If the computer displays a POST error, go to...
... Attention: The drives in the computer you cannot continue, replace the last device tested. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 11 Set all external devices. 2. For an explanation of these messages, refer to the middle position. 4. Use the following happens, follow the instruction given: • If the computer displays a POST error, go to...
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... passwords, read the following : 1. See "Starting the Setup Utility program." However, if you are using the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility menu. Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program To start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn on the bottom...computer. Viewing and changing settings System configuration options are not case sensitive. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 13 Password considerations A password can use the keyboard when using . The keys used to perform various tasks are available: • Administrator Password • Power-On Password ...
... passwords, read the following : 1. See "Starting the Setup Utility program." However, if you are using the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility menu. Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program To start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn on the bottom...computer. Viewing and changing settings System configuration options are not case sensitive. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 13 Password considerations A password can use the keyboard when using . The keys used to perform various tasks are available: • Administrator Password • Power-On Password ...
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...configuration settings. Return to confirm it. After you set , you can be displayed. Select Save Changes and Exit from the menu. 14 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual To delete a previously set an Administrator Password, do the following: Note: A password can type...each new password line item blank, then press the Enter key. Select Save Changes and Exit from changing configuration settings. If you must use your changes have been saved. 5. A Setup Notice will be displayed. However, you typed the new password correctly, the new password ...
...configuration settings. Return to confirm it. After you set , you can be displayed. Select Save Changes and Exit from the menu. 14 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual To delete a previously set an Administrator Password, do the following: Note: A password can type...each new password line item blank, then press the Enter key. Select Save Changes and Exit from changing configuration settings. If you must use your changes have been saved. 5. A Setup Notice will be displayed. However, you typed the new password correctly, the new password ...
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...-On Password is set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Select Save Changes and Exit from the menu. Using the Setup Utility 15 Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Type the new password, then press the Enter key. ...On Password Note: A password can be displayed confirming that your changes have been saved. 5. If you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is used . Type the password, then press the Enter key. 4. Retype the new password to enable or disable USB (Universal Serial...
...-On Password is set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Select Save Changes and Exit from the menu. Using the Setup Utility 15 Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Type the new password, then press the Enter key. ...On Password Note: A password can be displayed confirming that your changes have been saved. 5. If you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is used . Type the password, then press the Enter key. 4. Retype the new password to enable or disable USB (Universal Serial...
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... Save Changes and Exit from the Startup Device Menu does not permanently change the startup sequence. 16 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual headphones or a microphone) are bootable. 1. Notes: a. Selecting a temporary startup device Use this setting may prevent the system from the menu. Select Disabled or Enabled and press the...
... Save Changes and Exit from the Startup Device Menu does not permanently change the startup sequence. 16 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual headphones or a microphone) are bootable. 1. Notes: a. Selecting a temporary startup device Use this setting may prevent the system from the menu. Select Disabled or Enabled and press the...
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... 4. When the Reset Without Saving window shows, select the Yes button, and then press the Enter key to select a device. Use - and ¯ arrows to exit the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program. Changing booting mode There are two boot modes UEFI and Legacy for your computer is the UEFI mode... the new settings, select Save Changes and Exit from or include the device in the boot sequence. 5. Using the Setup Utility 17 Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program" on page 13). 2. Select Save Changes and Exit from the menu. If you...
... 4. When the Reset Without Saving window shows, select the Yes button, and then press the Enter key to select a device. Use - and ¯ arrows to exit the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program. Changing booting mode There are two boot modes UEFI and Legacy for your computer is the UEFI mode... the new settings, select Save Changes and Exit from or include the device in the boot sequence. 5. Using the Setup Utility 17 Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program" on page 13). 2. Select Save Changes and Exit from the menu. If you...
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...connector • System Board Power Supply connectors • Microprocessor connections Check the power cord. No operating system is installed on page 20. Replace the hard disk drive. Power Supply Problems Follow these procedures if you decide which FRUs to have available when servicing a ... startup drive is in the boot sequence configuration. Always begin with Chapter 4, "General Checkout," on Switch © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 19 Use the operating system to -FRU index lists error symptoms and possible causes. FRU/Action Reseat connectors Power Cord Power-on page...
...connector • System Board Power Supply connectors • Microprocessor connections Check the power cord. No operating system is installed on page 20. Replace the hard disk drive. Power Supply Problems Follow these procedures if you decide which FRUs to have available when servicing a ... startup drive is in the boot sequence configuration. Always begin with Chapter 4, "General Checkout," on Switch © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 19 Use the operating system to -FRU index lists error symptoms and possible causes. FRU/Action Reseat connectors Power Cord Power-on page...
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...do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 25 Chapter 8. General information Pre-disassembly instructions Before starting the disassembly procedure, ...make sure that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the system and all power and signal cables from the computer. 3. Note: Use...
...do the following: 1. Turn off the power to the Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com. Place the system on a flat, stable surface. © Copyright Lenovo 2013, 2013 25 Chapter 8. General information Pre-disassembly instructions Before starting the disassembly procedure, ...make sure that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the system and all power and signal cables from the computer. 3. Note: Use...
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... computer and connect the new keyboard cable to "Left and right view" and "Rear view" for the power cord. Note: Your keyboard will be replaced using the same method. Disconnect the defective keyboard cable from electrical outlets. Remove any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to a USB connector... one side or at the rear of the computer. Step 2. Disconnect all attached devices. Step 2. Note: The mouse can be connected to "Rear view". 26 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual
... computer and connect the new keyboard cable to "Left and right view" and "Rear view" for the power cord. Note: Your keyboard will be replaced using the same method. Disconnect the defective keyboard cable from electrical outlets. Remove any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to a USB connector... one side or at the rear of the computer. Step 2. Disconnect all attached devices. Step 2. Note: The mouse can be connected to "Rear view". 26 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual
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Lenovo recommends that are connected to the computer. Step 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from scratches or other cables that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen from the drives, shut ...cover. Note: It may be helpful to let it cool down on a soft flat surface for help with locating the various connectors. 28 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual Remove any other damage. Unplug all cables attached to "Left and right view" and "Rear view"...
Lenovo recommends that are connected to the computer. Step 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from scratches or other cables that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen from the drives, shut ...cover. Note: It may be helpful to let it cool down on a soft flat surface for help with locating the various connectors. 28 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual Remove any other damage. Unplug all cables attached to "Left and right view" and "Rear view"...
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... cover with the front bezel and reconnect the transform cable. d. Step 6. Disconnect the transform cable from the panel. 3 Step 7. b. To replace the battery: 30 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual Then prise the rear cover away from the connector, and separate the rear cover and the panel. 4 Step...up the holes on the front bezel, and place the rear cover into the slot in between the panel and the rear cover as shown. Use a flat head screw driver, put the head of screwdriver into position. Secure the rear cover to let it cool down before removing the base...
... cover with the front bezel and reconnect the transform cable. d. Step 6. Disconnect the transform cable from the panel. 3 Step 7. b. To replace the battery: 30 Lenovo Flex 20 All-In-One PC Hardware Maintenance Manual Then prise the rear cover away from the connector, and separate the rear cover and the panel. 4 Step...up the holes on the front bezel, and place the rear cover into the slot in between the panel and the rear cover as shown. Use a flat head screw driver, put the head of screwdriver into position. Secure the rear cover to let it cool down before removing the base...