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... Setup Utility program 19 i Safety information 4 General safety...4 Electrical safety...5 Safety inspection guide 7 Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices 8 Grounding requirements 8 Safety notices...9 Chapter 3. About this manual 1 Important Safety Information 1 Using eSupport...2 Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs... 2 Chapter 2.
... Setup Utility program 19 i Safety information 4 General safety...4 Electrical safety...5 Safety inspection guide 7 Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices 8 Grounding requirements 8 Safety notices...9 Chapter 3. About this manual 1 Important Safety Information 1 Using eSupport...2 Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs... 2 Chapter 2.
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... power adapter 48 Chapter 9. Symptom-to-FRU Index 20 Hard disk drive boot error 20 POST error codes 21 Undetermined problems 22 Chapter 7. Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6.
... power adapter 48 Chapter 9. Symptom-to-FRU Index 20 Hard disk drive boot error 20 POST error codes 21 Undetermined problems 22 Chapter 7. Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6.
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... toutes les consignes de type DANGER et ATTENTION du présent document avant d'exécuter les instructions. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 computers listed on the cover. Important Safety Information Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this book before...
... toutes les consignes de type DANGER et ATTENTION du présent document avant d'exécuter les instructions. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 computers listed on the cover. Important Safety Information Be sure to read all caution and danger statements in this book before...
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... electronics industry. The list of Hazardous Substances in the Use Quick Path field; Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before June 2006 are not required to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. 2. So, if the parts are not compliant originally, replacement parts can...model. •• To view the complete list of FRUs at the following Web site: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com •• To view the key commodities: 1. Hardware Maintenance Manual Using eSupport For Key Commodities (Examples - then click Go. 3. The key commodities are compliant, the ...
... electronics industry. The list of Hazardous Substances in the Use Quick Path field; Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before June 2006 are not required to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. 2. So, if the parts are not compliant originally, replacement parts can...model. •• To view the complete list of FRUs at the following Web site: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com •• To view the key commodities: 1. Hardware Maintenance Manual Using eSupport For Key Commodities (Examples - then click Go. 3. The key commodities are compliant, the ...
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...manual implementation date and expects its suppliers to be RoHS Note: A direct substitution is a part with a different FRU part number that is automatically shipped by the distribution center at the time of order. RoHS compliant Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 parts have unique FRU part numbers. The following statement pertains to support Lenovo...Can sub to RoHS RoHS Must be ready to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant parts. Related Web URLs are: •• Lenovo information for Suppliers website: http://www-03.ibm.com/procurement/proweb.nsf/ ...
...manual implementation date and expects its suppliers to be RoHS Note: A direct substitution is a part with a different FRU part number that is automatically shipped by the distribution center at the time of order. RoHS compliant Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 parts have unique FRU part numbers. The following statement pertains to support Lenovo...Can sub to RoHS RoHS Must be ready to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant parts. Related Web URLs are: •• Lenovo information for Suppliers website: http://www-03.ibm.com/procurement/proweb.nsf/ ...
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... you. •• Do not perform any heavy object: 1. If your hair is long, fasten it. •• Insert the ends of a machine. Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety information 2 This chapter contains the safety information that you need to be trapped in your back. Lift by standing or by pushing up above...
... you. •• Do not perform any heavy object: 1. If your hair is long, fasten it. •• Insert the ends of a machine. Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety information 2 This chapter contains the safety information that you need to be trapped in your back. Lift by standing or by pushing up above...
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...: - First, check that it has been powered-off controls, is conductive; Examples of these instructions are removed from passing through your work area. Hardware Maintenance Manual •• If you need to work on a machine that has exposed electrical circuits, observe the following parts with the power on when they are...
...: - First, check that it has been powered-off controls, is conductive; Examples of these instructions are removed from passing through your work area. Hardware Maintenance Manual •• If you need to work on a machine that has exposed electrical circuits, observe the following parts with the power on when they are...
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...;• Select a grounding system, such as fully effective. Protect against ESD damage. - The mat is required for operator safety and correct system function. Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that meets the...
...;• Select a grounding system, such as fully effective. Protect against ESD damage. - The mat is required for operator safety and correct system function. Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that meets the...
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... not: •• Throw or immerse into the beam, do not view directly with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. Hardware Maintenance Manual CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by local ordinances or regulations. There are no...
... not: •• Throw or immerse into the beam, do not view directly with the same module type made by the same manufacturer. Hardware Maintenance Manual CAUTION: When replacing the lithium battery, use only Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by local ordinances or regulations. There are no...
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Type Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 This section lists the physical specifications. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C Transit: -20° to 55°C Humidity: Operating: 35% to 80% Transit: 20% to 93% (40°C) Altitude: 86KPa to all machine types supported by this publication. Hardware Maintenance Manual General information 3 This chapter provides general information that applies to 106KPa Electrical input Input voltage: 220V±22V Input frequency: 50Hz ±1Hz 12
Type Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 This section lists the physical specifications. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C Transit: -20° to 55°C Humidity: Operating: 35% to 80% Transit: 20% to 93% (40°C) Altitude: 86KPa to all machine types supported by this publication. Hardware Maintenance Manual General information 3 This chapter provides general information that applies to 106KPa Electrical input Input voltage: 220V±22V Input frequency: 50Hz ±1Hz 12
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..., replace the last device tested. Look at step 7. 7. If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Type and version level •• Hardware configuration - Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. If it has been working " systems will often lead to step 7. 6. Is this the original reported failure? •• Diagnostics version - Have the same BIOS...
..., replace the last device tested. Look at step 7. 7. If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Type and version level •• Hardware configuration - Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. If it has been working " systems will often lead to step 7. 6. Is this the original reported failure? •• Diagnostics version - Have the same BIOS...
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... Setting, changing, and deleting Administrator password To set, change any configuration settings, you decide to set any password to use your Administrator password. Hardware Maintenance Manual Using passwords By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized persons from your previous password Administrator password When an Administrator...
... Setting, changing, and deleting Administrator password To set, change any configuration settings, you decide to set any password to use your Administrator password. Hardware Maintenance Manual Using passwords By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized persons from your previous password Administrator password When an Administrator...
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... the screen. 18 The password dialog box will display that changes have been saved, select OK. 6. Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. Hardware Maintenance Manual Enter. 3.
... the screen. 18 The password dialog box will display that changes have been saved, select OK. 6. Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. Hardware Maintenance Manual Enter. 3.
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Notes • If you decide which FRUs to have available when servicing a computer. Hardware Maintenance Manual Symptom-to-FRU Index 6 The Symptom-to Undetermined problems on page 22. Hard disk drive boot error A hard disk drive boot error (error codes 1962 ...
Notes • If you decide which FRUs to have available when servicing a computer. Hardware Maintenance Manual Symptom-to-FRU Index 6 The Symptom-to Undetermined problems on page 22. Hard disk drive boot error A hard disk drive boot error (error codes 1962 ...
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... have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 22 Power-on the computer to the computer. Power-off the computer. 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message Primary Master Hard Disk Error Primary Slave Hard Disk Error Secondary Master Hard Disk Error Secondary Slave Hard Disk Error System Halted...
... have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 22 Power-on the computer to the computer. Power-off the computer. 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message Primary Master Hard Disk Error Primary Slave Hard Disk Error Secondary Master Hard Disk Error Secondary Slave Hard Disk Error System Halted...
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Hardware Maintenance Manual 4 Hinge cover 5 Hinge cable cover 6 Speaker L/R cover 7 Hinge 8 Base top cover 9 Motherboard cover 10 Motherboard 11 Base bottom mylar 12 Speaker L/R 13 Antenna L/R 14 Bluetooth ...
Hardware Maintenance Manual 4 Hinge cover 5 Hinge cable cover 6 Speaker L/R cover 7 Hinge 8 Base top cover 9 Motherboard cover 10 Motherboard 11 Base bottom mylar 12 Speaker L/R 13 Antenna L/R 14 Bluetooth ...
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...included with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Unplug all peripherals. 2. Note Use only parts provided by Lenovo. Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing hardware 8 Attention Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the "Important safety information" in the Hardware... Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the system and all...
...included with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Unplug all peripherals. 2. Note Use only parts provided by Lenovo. Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing hardware 8 Attention Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the "Important safety information" in the Hardware... Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the system and all...
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Refer to "Removing the hinge from the LED panel. 2 2 1 Removing the base top cover To remove the base top cover: 1. Lift up the base top cover. 30 Remove the hinge from LED panel: 1. Refer to "Removing the hinge cover." 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual Removing the hinge from LED panel To remove the hinge from LED panel. Disconnect the hinge cable from LED panel" 3. Hold the LED panel tightly and remove the 4 screws that secure the LED panel to the hinge. 1 2. Remove the hinge cover.
Refer to "Removing the hinge from the LED panel. 2 2 1 Removing the base top cover To remove the base top cover: 1. Lift up the base top cover. 30 Remove the hinge from LED panel: 1. Refer to "Removing the hinge cover." 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual Removing the hinge from LED panel To remove the hinge from LED panel. Disconnect the hinge cable from LED panel" 3. Hold the LED panel tightly and remove the 4 screws that secure the LED panel to the hinge. 1 2. Remove the hinge cover.
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Slide the hard disk drive out of the drive bay. 32 Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the drive bay. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the base bottom. 1 Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. 2 Pull out the hard disk drive. 1 2 6.
Slide the hard disk drive out of the drive bay. 32 Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the drive bay. Remove the 3 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the base bottom. 1 Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. 2 Pull out the hard disk drive. 1 2 6.
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... slide it out slowly. Refer to "Removing the motherboard cover." 5. Remove the hinge cover. Disconnect the system fan power cable from LED panel. Hardware Maintenance Manual 8. Replacing the system fan To replace the system fan 1. Refer to "Removing the hinge from the connector on the motherboard. 6. Refer to "Removing the base...
... slide it out slowly. Refer to "Removing the motherboard cover." 5. Remove the hinge cover. Disconnect the system fan power cable from LED panel. Hardware Maintenance Manual 8. Replacing the system fan To replace the system fan 1. Refer to "Removing the hinge from the connector on the motherboard. 6. Refer to "Removing the base...