Lenovo IdeaCentre B500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... Index 22 Hard disk drive boot error 22 Power Supply Problems 23 Beep symptoms 24 POST error codes 24 Undetermined problems 26 Chapter 7. Statement 57 ii Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6. Additional Service Information 56 Power management 56 Appendix. Locations 27 Locating components and connectors 27 Chapter 8. Replacing hardware 31 General information 31 Removing the computer cover 32 Replacing the power supply 34 Replacing the hard disk drive 36 Replacing an optical drive 37 Replace the speakers system 38 Replace the Inverter board 39 Replacing the Bluetooth...
... Index 22 Hard disk drive boot error 22 Power Supply Problems 23 Beep symptoms 24 POST error codes 24 Undetermined problems 26 Chapter 7. Statement 57 ii Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6. Additional Service Information 56 Power management 56 Appendix. Locations 27 Locating components and connectors 27 Chapter 8. Replacing hardware 31 General information 31 Removing the computer cover 32 Replacing the power supply 34 Replacing the hard disk drive 36 Replacing an optical drive 37 Replace the speakers system 38 Replace the Inverter board 39 Replacing the Bluetooth...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... even when you use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. 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 the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are wearing a wrist strap. •• Use the black side of the...
... even when you use coax or connector-outside shells on ac-operated computers. 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 the machine, the part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are wearing a wrist strap. •• Use the black side of the...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... the latest level of the problem: 1. Set Power-On Self-Test to the middle position. 4. Power-on the system. General Checkout 4Chapter 4. Select Start Options. 3. A down-level BIOS might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence changed. Set all external devices. 13 Notes • The default is installed on all display controls to Enhanced. • Before replacing any FRUs, ensure that software package. See "Starting the Setup Utility program". 2. Be extremely careful...
... the latest level of the problem: 1. Set Power-On Self-Test to the middle position. 4. Power-on the system. General Checkout 4Chapter 4. Select Start Options. 3. A down-level BIOS might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence changed. Set all external devices. 13 Notes • The default is installed on all display controls to Enhanced. • Before replacing any FRUs, ensure that software package. See "Starting the Setup Utility program". 2. Be extremely careful...
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... error, go to the variety of hardware and software combinations that can be encountered, use - Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - Is the failure repeatable? - Is this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. •• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Have the same BIOS level 3. Have the same adapters/attachments in the system 7. Have the same configuration options set...
... error, go to the variety of hardware and software combinations that can be encountered, use - Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - Is the failure repeatable? - Is this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. •• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Have the same BIOS level 3. Have the same adapters/attachments in the system 7. Have the same configuration options set...
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Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. when prompted to Disable, the device of the screen. 19 The password dialog box will be displayed. A setup notice will not be installed. Select Exit. 4. Select Save changes and Exit. Select Disabled or Enabled and press Enter. 5. Enter Current Password and press Enter. To set Device, do the following : 1. See the information displayed on page 16). 2. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program" on the right side...
Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. when prompted to Disable, the device of the screen. 19 The password dialog box will be displayed. A setup notice will not be installed. Select Exit. 4. Select Save changes and Exit. Select Disabled or Enabled and press Enter. 5. Enter Current Password and press Enter. To set Device, do the following : 1. See the information displayed on page 16). 2. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program" on the right side...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... boot drive is correctly installed. Replace the battery. This error might indicate that no longer functional. Make sure the keyboard is required to a weak CMOS battery. To purposely configure the computer without a keyboard, set keyboardless operation in Setup to find a suitable boot device. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to the computer and that CMOS has become corrupt due to reboot the machine. Make sure you have bootable media. 25 The computer loads the default configuration settings...
... boot drive is correctly installed. Replace the battery. This error might indicate that no longer functional. Make sure the keyboard is required to a weak CMOS battery. To purposely configure the computer without a keyboard, set keyboardless operation in Setup to find a suitable boot device. A reset or power cycle is properly connected to the computer and that CMOS has become corrupt due to reboot the machine. Make sure you have bootable media. 25 The computer loads the default configuration settings...
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... removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 26 Any adapters c. External Cache f. Hard disk drive h. Diskette drive 3. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. External Cache RAM g. Memory modules d. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. Hardware Maintenance Manual Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered...
... removed, and the problem continues, replace the system board. 26 Any adapters c. External Cache f. Hard disk drive h. Diskette drive 3. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. External Cache RAM g. Memory modules d. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. Hardware Maintenance Manual Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered...
Lenovo Safety and Warranty Guide V1.0.0
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... circuit, particularly if the 4 Safety and warranty guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE Handle adapters, memory modules, and other object. Protect power cord and power adapters from touching components. • When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to a metal expansion-slot cover or other countries, the suitable types shall be safety approved.
... circuit, particularly if the 4 Safety and warranty guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE Handle adapters, memory modules, and other object. Protect power cord and power adapters from touching components. • When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to a metal expansion-slot cover or other countries, the suitable types shall be safety approved.
Lenovo Safety and Warranty Guide V1.0.0
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... Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that has this label attached. If you suspect a problem with television tuner options installed The notice below applies to products containing television (TV) tuner devices that connect to external antennas or to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that has the following label attached. There are present inside these parts, contact a service technician...
... Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that has this label attached. If you suspect a problem with television tuner options installed The notice below applies to products containing television (TV) tuner devices that connect to external antennas or to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that has the following label attached. There are present inside these parts, contact a service technician...
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... remaining on our behalf. Your Additional Responsibilities Where applicable, before service is deleted from the owner to have your satisfaction regarding our warranty service or to notify you agree to any software programs, whether provided with all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to improve our business relationship with all applicable laws. ensure that...
... remaining on our behalf. Your Additional Responsibilities Where applicable, before service is deleted from the owner to have your satisfaction regarding our warranty service or to notify you agree to any software programs, whether provided with all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to improve our business relationship with all applicable laws. ensure that...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B3 Safety and Warranty Guide V4.1
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... the 4 Safety and warranty guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE The power cords shall be used accordingly. Never wrap a power cord around you unpack an option or CRU, do not leave your body. • When possible, remove the static-sensitive part from liquids. Protect power cord and power adapters from the static-protective packaging and install the part without setting it . Liquids can...
... the 4 Safety and warranty guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE The power cords shall be used accordingly. Never wrap a power cord around you unpack an option or CRU, do not leave your body. • When possible, remove the static-sensitive part from liquids. Protect power cord and power adapters from the static-protective packaging and install the part without setting it . Liquids can...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B3 Safety and Warranty Guide V4.1
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... Safety and warranty guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE If you suspect a problem with television tuner options installed The notice below applies to products containing television (TV) tuner devices that connect to external antennas or to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. Users and installers in North America. Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any...
... Safety and warranty guide 4BGFUZBOEXBSSBOUZHVJEF7 &/ 3 JOEE If you suspect a problem with television tuner options installed The notice below applies to products containing television (TV) tuner devices that connect to external antennas or to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. Users and installers in North America. Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B3 Safety and Warranty Guide V4.1
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... that all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to perform service under this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product; • loss of any product recalls or safety issues. obtain authorization from the product or that prevent its replacement; What this warranty, Lenovo will use and process...
... that all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to perform service under this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product; • loss of any product recalls or safety issues. obtain authorization from the product or that prevent its replacement; What this warranty, Lenovo will use and process...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B510 UserGuide V2.0
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... use it again. When the remote control power indicator blinks every three seconds, this indicates that the battery power is low and the remote control will stop blinking. In Windows MCE mode: MCE remote control works normally. Press the related button to turn on the game or wireless telephone function. Press the related button to turn on the air mouse, game or wireless telephone function. In Telephone mode: MCE remote control and wireless telephone function work normally. User Guide...
... use it again. When the remote control power indicator blinks every three seconds, this indicates that the battery power is low and the remote control will stop blinking. In Windows MCE mode: MCE remote control works normally. Press the related button to turn on the game or wireless telephone function. Press the related button to turn on the air mouse, game or wireless telephone function. In Telephone mode: MCE remote control and wireless telephone function work normally. User Guide...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B510 UserGuide V2.0
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..." input the username and password of the computer, select "ADSL" or "LAN Connection" in the network connection modes. 1. User Guide 33 When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the keyboard to install the software which is already on the computer. It is recommended not to start installing the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. In addition, System Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually according to internet. After the system...
..." input the username and password of the computer, select "ADSL" or "LAN Connection" in the network connection modes. 1. User Guide 33 When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the keyboard to install the software which is already on the computer. It is recommended not to start installing the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. In addition, System Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually according to internet. After the system...
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... restore your system partition to boot your computer into the system recovery environment. In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. If you select "LAN connection" configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you can choose to restore to create recovery discs. 34 User Guide If you through the entire restoration process. These recovery discs are used to an image file. Follow the screen...
... restore your system partition to boot your computer into the system recovery environment. In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. If you select "LAN connection" configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you can choose to restore to create recovery discs. 34 User Guide If you through the entire restoration process. These recovery discs are used to an image file. Follow the screen...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B510 UserGuide V2.0
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... On/Off button to : • Change the desktop background • Select a screen saver • Select colors and appearance options for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the LCD screen has been turned on screen Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Setting display background...
... On/Off button to : • Change the desktop background • Select a screen saver • Select colors and appearance options for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the LCD screen has been turned on screen Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Setting display background...
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... Enter key to analog. 5.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions (Only some models are equipped with wireless keyboard and mouse) Before using the instructions below. After installing the batteries, turn the computer on the keyboard and mouse again. 3. Press the wireless connect buttons on the power switches of the keyboard and mouse. Method 2: Notes: • Before using the method below . 48 User Guide Note: The process of wireless keyboard and mouse, follow the steps below , enter the system and prepare a set of wired keyboard and mouse...
... Enter key to analog. 5.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions (Only some models are equipped with wireless keyboard and mouse) Before using the instructions below. After installing the batteries, turn the computer on the keyboard and mouse again. 3. Press the wireless connect buttons on the power switches of the keyboard and mouse. Method 2: Notes: • Before using the method below . 48 User Guide Note: The process of wireless keyboard and mouse, follow the steps below , enter the system and prepare a set of wired keyboard and mouse...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series Quick Reference V2.0
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...° min. 35° max. 3) Connect the power cord to the appropriate keyboard (PS/2 connector) and mouse connectors (USB connector). Mouse 3. Remote control (Selected models only) 1 2 3 5. The buttons remain active while the indicator light is configured with a wireless keyboard and mouse, setup the keyboard and mouse wireless connection.(For more details refer to the back of this poster). 4) Press the power button on any of the screen are touch buttons. Initial setup instructions 1) Adjust the angle for the best...
...° min. 35° max. 3) Connect the power cord to the appropriate keyboard (PS/2 connector) and mouse connectors (USB connector). Mouse 3. Remote control (Selected models only) 1 2 3 5. The buttons remain active while the indicator light is configured with a wireless keyboard and mouse, setup the keyboard and mouse wireless connection.(For more details refer to the back of this poster). 4) Press the power button on any of the screen are touch buttons. Initial setup instructions 1) Adjust the angle for the best...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series Quick Reference V2.0
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... keyboard, mouse and remote control the right way up LCD On/Off 1 - When the battery indicator light blinks red, it means that could interrupt the wireless connection. 7. Card reader 4 - USB ports (2) 9 10 11 - Power connector 23@7@ &/ 3 JOEE The keyboard and mouse should work , do not plan to save battery life. Turn on the computer's working distance of the keyboard and mouse turned off the mouse power switch to use the mouse for establishing a Bluetooth connection. 4. LVT LVT : After entering Windows, press this model...
... keyboard, mouse and remote control the right way up LCD On/Off 1 - When the battery indicator light blinks red, it means that could interrupt the wireless connection. 7. Card reader 4 - USB ports (2) 9 10 11 - Power connector 23@7@ &/ 3 JOEE The keyboard and mouse should work , do not plan to save battery life. Turn on the computer's working distance of the keyboard and mouse turned off the mouse power switch to use the mouse for establishing a Bluetooth connection. 4. LVT LVT : After entering Windows, press this model...
