IdeaCentre A300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... drive 31 Removing the hinge from the base bottom 33 Replacing the system fan 34 Replacing the heatsink 35 Replacing the bluetooth module 36 Replacing a memory module 37 Replacing the TV tuner card 38 Replacing the WLAN card 39 Replacing the motherboard 40 Removing the rear cover 41 Replacing the LED...
... drive 31 Removing the hinge from the base bottom 33 Replacing the system fan 34 Replacing the heatsink 35 Replacing the bluetooth module 36 Replacing a memory module 37 Replacing the TV tuner card 38 Replacing the WLAN card 39 Replacing the motherboard 40 Removing the rear cover 41 Replacing the LED...
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...8226; To view the key commodities: 1. In the Refine results field, select Service parts; hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) •• eSupport can be used to view the complete list of FRUs for a machine type and model. •• To view ...the complete list of key commodities built in the Use Quick Path field; Lenovo plans to transition to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. 2. Under Important information, click Parts information. 5. RoHS requirements must also be used to view the list of FRUs ...
...8226; To view the key commodities: 1. In the Refine results field, select Service parts; hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) •• eSupport can be used to view the complete list of FRUs for a machine type and model. •• To view ...the complete list of key commodities built in the Use Quick Path field; Lenovo plans to transition to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. 2. Under Important information, click Parts information. 5. RoHS requirements must also be used to view the list of FRUs ...
IdeaCentre A300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...-off the computer and all cables and power cords. 3. Notes • The default is found by POST. • To enable beep, memory count, and checkpoint code display when a successful POST occurs, do the following procedure to the information supplied with that software package. For an ...are detected by an application program, the operating system, or both. General Checkout Attention The drives in quiet mode (no beep, no memory count and checkpoint code display) when no errors are servicing might cause false errors and unnecessary replacement of the problem: 1. General error ...
...-off the computer and all cables and power cords. 3. Notes • The default is found by POST. • To enable beep, memory count, and checkpoint code display when a successful POST occurs, do the following procedure to the information supplied with that software package. For an ...are detected by an application program, the operating system, or both. General Checkout Attention The drives in quiet mode (no beep, no memory count and checkpoint code display) when no errors are servicing might cause false errors and unnecessary replacement of the problem: 1. General error ...
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... operation of CMOS is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. Checksum of the system and some basic system-board operations • Checks the memory operation • Starts the video operation • Verifies that CMOS has become corrupt due to back-up drive is defective. The computer loads the default...
... operation of CMOS is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. Checksum of the system and some basic system-board operations • Checks the memory operation • Starts the video operation • Verifies that CMOS has become corrupt due to back-up drive is defective. The computer loads the default...
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Make sure you find a suitable boot device. a. Memory modules d. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to reboot the machine. The BIOS was unable to re-test the system. 4. External devices (modem, printer, ... device or adapter. The system has been halted. Power-off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. Extended video memory e. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 22 This message appears after a fatal error has been...
Make sure you find a suitable boot device. a. Memory modules d. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to reboot the machine. The BIOS was unable to re-test the system. 4. External devices (modem, printer, ... device or adapter. The system has been halted. Power-off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. Extended video memory e. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you have been removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 22 This message appears after a fatal error has been...
IdeaCentre A300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... the computer. 4. Remove any other cables that are connected to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Replacing hardware Turn off all attached devices, and the computer. 2. Removing the hinge cover Attention Chapter 8.
... the computer. 4. Remove any other cables that are connected to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Replacing hardware Turn off all attached devices, and the computer. 2. Removing the hinge cover Attention Chapter 8.
IdeaCentre A300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... module, align the new bluetooth hole to "Removing the hinge from LED panel. Screw the hinge back to "Removing the motherboard cover" 37 Replacing a memory module To replace a memory module 1. Remove the base top cover. Remove the hinge cover. Refer to the mounting hole on the bluetooth module. 7. Chapter 8. Refer to the...
... module, align the new bluetooth hole to "Removing the hinge from LED panel. Screw the hinge back to "Removing the motherboard cover" 37 Replacing a memory module To replace a memory module 1. Remove the base top cover. Remove the hinge cover. Refer to the mounting hole on the bluetooth module. 7. Chapter 8. Refer to the...
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...Refer to the LED panel. 9. Refer to "Removing the motherboard cover". 5. Align and then insert the new memory module into the socket and push down on both sides of the memory module. Slide the hinge cover in place. 7. Refer to remove it back. Push out the latches on the ...top edge of the memory socket to release the memory module and gently pull the memory module upward to "Removing the hinge from its socket. Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Refer to "Removing the base top cover". ...
...Refer to the LED panel. 9. Refer to "Removing the motherboard cover". 5. Align and then insert the new memory module into the socket and push down on both sides of the memory module. Slide the hinge cover in place. 7. Refer to remove it back. Push out the latches on the ...top edge of the memory socket to release the memory module and gently pull the memory module upward to "Removing the hinge from its socket. Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. Refer to "Removing the base top cover". ...
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... the bluetooth module". 10. Remove the hinge cover. Refer to "Replacing the hard disk" 6. Refer to "Removing the hinge cover". 2. Refer to "Replacing a memory module". 11. Remove the memory module. Refer to "Replacing the heatsink". 8. Remove the 7 screws that secure the motherboard to "Replacing the WLAN card". 13. Refer to the base...
... the bluetooth module". 10. Remove the hinge cover. Refer to "Replacing the hard disk" 6. Refer to "Removing the hinge cover". 2. Refer to "Replacing a memory module". 11. Remove the memory module. Refer to "Replacing the heatsink". 8. Remove the 7 screws that secure the motherboard to "Replacing the WLAN card". 13. Refer to the base...
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Disconnect all attached devices, and the computer. 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from scratches or other damage. 1. Refer to the computer. Place the LED panel upside down on a flat surface. Unplug all power cords ...rear cover towards you use a blanket, towel, or other cables that are connected to place the LED panel face-down on a soft flat surface. Lenovo recommends that you then lift it helps to the computer. 4. Hardware Maintenance Manual To remove the rear cover: Note For this procedure, it up. ...
Disconnect all attached devices, and the computer. 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from scratches or other damage. 1. Refer to the computer. Place the LED panel upside down on a flat surface. Unplug all power cords ...rear cover towards you use a blanket, towel, or other cables that are connected to place the LED panel face-down on a soft flat surface. Lenovo recommends that you then lift it helps to the computer. 4. Hardware Maintenance Manual To remove the rear cover: Note For this procedure, it up. ...
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Replacing the keyboard Attention Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the panel front bezel. 8. Align and then screw the new camera back. 10. To replace the keyboard 1. Hardware Maintenance Manual 7. Install the LED ... Guide that was included with the computer, or in then push it back. Screw the hinge back to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the LED panel. 12. Slide the hinge cover in the Hardware...
Replacing the keyboard Attention Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the panel front bezel. 8. Align and then screw the new camera back. 10. To replace the keyboard 1. Hardware Maintenance Manual 7. Install the LED ... Guide that was included with the computer, or in then push it back. Screw the hinge back to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the LED panel. 12. Slide the hinge cover in the Hardware...
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...keyboard cable to the same connector. Replacing the mouse Attention Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all power cords from the computer and connect the new mouse cable... to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Unplug all attached devices and the computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse from electrical outlets. 3. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty ...
...keyboard cable to the same connector. Replacing the mouse Attention Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all power cords from the computer and connect the new mouse cable... to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Unplug all attached devices and the computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse from electrical outlets. 3. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty ...
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Disconnect the power adapter from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing the power adapter To replace the power adapter: 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the computer and connect the new power adapter to the same connector. 48
Disconnect the power adapter from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing the power adapter To replace the power adapter: 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the computer and connect the new power adapter to the same connector. 48
Lenovo Safety and Warranty Guide V1.0.0
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... or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to build up around a power adapter or other metal surface. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other countries, the suitable types shall be walked on floors that they will not be used accordingly. Never wrap a power cord around you...
... or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to build up around a power adapter or other metal surface. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other countries, the suitable types shall be walked on floors that they will not be used accordingly. Never wrap a power cord around you...
Lenovo H3 Series Safety and Warranty Guide
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... down. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the edges. Liquids can present a safety hazard. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other countries, the suitable types shall be walked on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers. Doing so can stress the cord in...
... down. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the edges. Liquids can present a safety hazard. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other countries, the suitable types shall be walked on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers. Doing so can stress the cord in...
Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 Series User Guide V2.0
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1.2 Rear view of the computer 1 234 5 6 7 8 9 10 7 Power button TV tuner connector (Selected models only) Power connector Ethernet connector HDMI-OUT connector (Selected models only) HDMI-IN connector (Selected models only) USB ports (4) Memory card reader (Selected models only) Microphone connector Headphone connector 31044343_A3_UG_EN_V2.0.indd 3 User Guide 2010.5.20 10:59:17 AM
1.2 Rear view of the computer 1 234 5 6 7 8 9 10 7 Power button TV tuner connector (Selected models only) Power connector Ethernet connector HDMI-OUT connector (Selected models only) HDMI-IN connector (Selected models only) USB ports (4) Memory card reader (Selected models only) Microphone connector Headphone connector 31044343_A3_UG_EN_V2.0.indd 3 User Guide 2010.5.20 10:59:17 AM
Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 Series User Guide V2.0
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1.4.9 Your computer is equipped with a Memory Card Reader Connector, it is able to read/write data from: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Mini SD MultiMedia Card (MMC) RS-MMC MS MS-PRO MS-Duo 1.5 Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the top of the base stand to turn the computer on. 31044343_A3_UG_EN_V2.0.indd 9 User Guide 2010.5.20 10:59:25 AM
1.4.9 Your computer is equipped with a Memory Card Reader Connector, it is able to read/write data from: Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card Mini SD MultiMedia Card (MMC) RS-MMC MS MS-PRO MS-Duo 1.5 Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the top of the base stand to turn the computer on. 31044343_A3_UG_EN_V2.0.indd 9 User Guide 2010.5.20 10:59:25 AM
Lenovo IdeaCentre A3 Series Quick Reference V2.0
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... button 2 TV tuner connector (Selected models only) 3 Power connector 4 Ethernet connector 5 HDMI-OUT connector (Selected models only) 6 HDMI-IN connector (Selected models only) 7 USB ports (4) 8 Memory card reader (Selected models only) 9 Microphone connector 10 Headphone connector 4. Connect the power cords properly to turn on the top of the screen are touch...
... button 2 TV tuner connector (Selected models only) 3 Power connector 4 Ethernet connector 5 HDMI-OUT connector (Selected models only) 6 HDMI-IN connector (Selected models only) 7 USB ports (4) 8 Memory card reader (Selected models only) 9 Microphone connector 10 Headphone connector 4. Connect the power cords properly to turn on the top of the screen are touch...