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... 30 Replacing a memory module 31 Replacing the hard disk drive 33 Replacing an optical drive 34 Replacing the system fan assembly 35 Replacing the heat sink assembly 38 Replacing a PCI or AGP adapter 39 Replacing the CPU 45 Replacing the keyboard 49 Replacing the mouse 49 Replacing the External speaker 50 Completing the installation 51 Chapter 8. Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU Index 22 Hard disk drive boot error 22 Power Supply Problems 23 Beep symptoms 24 POST error codes 25 Undetermined problems 27 Chapter 7. Additional Service Information(Type G43...
... 30 Replacing a memory module 31 Replacing the hard disk drive 33 Replacing an optical drive 34 Replacing the system fan assembly 35 Replacing the heat sink assembly 38 Replacing a PCI or AGP adapter 39 Replacing the CPU 45 Replacing the keyboard 49 Replacing the mouse 49 Replacing the External speaker 50 Completing the installation 51 Chapter 8. Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU Index 22 Hard disk drive boot error 22 Power Supply Problems 23 Beep symptoms 24 POST error codes 25 Undetermined problems 27 Chapter 7. Additional Service Information(Type G43...
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.... Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. •• Prevent the part from touching your skin to provide a static-free work mat to eliminate static on these systems. - Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are all at the same charge. ESD damage can use of the ac plug on a double-insulated or battery-operated system.
.... Note: The use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. •• Prevent the part from touching your skin to provide a static-free work mat to eliminate static on these systems. - Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are all at the same charge. ESD damage can use of the ac plug on a double-insulated or battery-operated system.
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... middle position. 4. 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. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting. Start the Setup Utility program. See "Starting the Setup Utility program". 2. Set Power-On Self-Test to the information supplied with that the latest level of...
... middle position. 4. 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. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting. Start the Setup Utility program. See "Starting the Setup Utility program". 2. Set Power-On Self-Test to the information supplied with that the latest level of...
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... correct response, proceed to assist you in use - Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - Have the same adapters/attachments in the system 7. Have the same configuration options set in the same locations 4. Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. If possible, have this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. •• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Type and version level Note: To eliminate...
... correct response, proceed to assist you in use - Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - Have the same adapters/attachments in the system 7. Have the same configuration options set in the same locations 4. Hardware Maintenance Manual 5. If possible, have this information available when requesting assistance from Service Support and Engineering functions. •• Machine type and model •• Processor or hard disk upgrades •• Failure symptom - Type and version level Note: To eliminate...
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... Changes and Exit or Discard Changes. when prompted to contine. when you must type your administrator password. 1. From the Setup Utility program menu, Select Security. Press any key to confirm the password, type the password again. Using Device Device is set others such as , Serial Port Setup, USB Setup, Video Setup, Audio Setup, Network Setup and so on the right side of USB Setup is disabled and will be displayed in the system configuration. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Device. 3. From the Setup Utility program menu...
... Changes and Exit or Discard Changes. when prompted to contine. when you must type your administrator password. 1. From the Setup Utility program menu, Select Security. Press any key to confirm the password, type the password again. Using Device Device is set others such as , Serial Port Setup, USB Setup, Video Setup, Audio Setup, Network Setup and so on the right side of USB Setup is disabled and will be displayed in the system configuration. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Device. 3. From the Setup Utility program menu...
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... the problem happens again. Hardware Maintenance Manual Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are tones or a series of tones separated by a malfunctioning Processor error add-in card. Insert General exception error (processor the cards back into the system exception interrupt error) one of the add-in cards 7 beeps is an integrated part of the system board, the board may be faulty. 24 This will reveal the malfunctioning card. 8 beeps If the system video adapter is an Display memory error (system video add...
... the problem happens again. Hardware Maintenance Manual Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are tones or a series of tones separated by a malfunctioning Processor error add-in card. Insert General exception error (processor the cards back into the system exception interrupt error) one of the add-in cards 7 beeps is an integrated part of the system board, the board may be faulty. 24 This will reveal the malfunctioning card. 8 beeps If the system video adapter is an Display memory error (system video add...
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... 9 beeps Fatal error indicating a serious AMIBIOS ROM checksum error problem with the system. This will not appear on the screen the next time you turn on the system, it performs a series of tests that the boot drive is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. Before declaring the motherboard beyond all expansion 10 beeps cards except the video adapter. CMOS shutdown register read/write • If beep codes are generated error...
... 9 beeps Fatal error indicating a serious AMIBIOS ROM checksum error problem with the system. This will not appear on the screen the next time you turn on the system, it performs a series of tests that the boot drive is called the Power-On Self-Test, or POST. Before declaring the motherboard beyond all expansion 10 beeps cards except the video adapter. CMOS shutdown register read/write • If beep codes are generated error...
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... in the BIOS setup butthe device is enabled in AMIBIOS Setup. PS2 Mouse support is not detected. Make sure the keyboard is no keys are invalid. The CMOS battery is properly connected to the computer and that CMOS has become corrupt due to Enable. The computer loads the default configuration settings. Replace the battery. You can be found Keyboard error System Haulted Press TAB to show POST screen Description/Action The CMOS Date and...
... in the BIOS setup butthe device is enabled in AMIBIOS Setup. PS2 Mouse support is not detected. Make sure the keyboard is no keys are invalid. The CMOS battery is properly connected to the computer and that CMOS has become corrupt due to Enable. The computer loads the default configuration settings. Replace the battery. You can be found Keyboard error System Haulted Press TAB to show POST screen Description/Action The CMOS Date and...
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... f. Hard disk drive h. Diskette drive 3. Symptom-to-FRU Index POST Error Message Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in selected Boot device Description/Action The BIOS was unable to re-test the system. 4. Make sure the boot drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is properly connected to the computer. a. External Cache RAM g. If all devices and adapters have bootable media. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. Memory...
... f. Hard disk drive h. Diskette drive 3. Symptom-to-FRU Index POST Error Message Reboot and Select proper Boot device or Insert Boot Media in selected Boot device Description/Action The BIOS was unable to re-test the system. 4. Make sure the boot drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is properly connected to the computer. a. External Cache RAM g. If all devices and adapters have bootable media. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. Memory...
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... replaced, you need to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. Chapter 7. Also, depending on the part that no tools or loose screws are routed correctly before replacing the computer cover. 3. Make sure that the rail guides on the chassis so that the cables are left inside your computer. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Locating components" for the location...
... replaced, you need to confirm the updated information in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. Chapter 7. Also, depending on the part that no tools or loose screws are routed correctly before replacing the computer cover. 3. Make sure that the rail guides on the chassis so that the cables are left inside your computer. Disconnect the failing speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Locating components" for the location...
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Note In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer". 5. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. To update your configuration settings, refer to "Locating connectors on the front of the computer" and "Locating connectors on the rear of the defective CRU. Hardware Maintenance Manual 4. Reconnect the external cables and power cords into the computer. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. 52
Note In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer". 5. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual. To update your configuration settings, refer to "Locating connectors on the front of the computer" and "Locating connectors on the rear of the defective CRU. Hardware Maintenance Manual 4. Reconnect the external cables and power cords into the computer. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. 52
Lenovo Safety and Warranty Guide V1.0.0
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... and options. Never wrap a power cord around you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other object. Protect power cord and power adapters from touching components. • When you . • Always handle components carefully. The power cords shall be used accordingly. When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside...
... and options. Never wrap a power cord around you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other object. Protect power cord and power adapters from touching components. • When you . • Always handle components carefully. The power cords shall be used accordingly. When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside...
Lenovo Safety and Warranty Guide V1.0.0
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... as possible to those that follow. 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. There are not applicable, it is provided to call the CATV system...
... as possible to those that follow. 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. There are not applicable, it is provided to call the CATV system...
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...; • any software programs, whether provided with all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your Service Provider specifies; 2. We may transfer your Service Provider replaces a product or part, you agree to entities acting on the original product. What this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product; •...
...; • any software programs, whether provided with all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your Service Provider specifies; 2. We may transfer your Service Provider replaces a product or part, you agree to entities acting on the original product. What this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product; •...
Lenovo IdeaCentre B3 Safety and Warranty Guide V4.1
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... the computer for at least two seconds. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by objects. Always route power cords so that they will not be used accordingly. When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to install it down. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other metal surface. This reduces...
... the computer for at least two seconds. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by objects. Always route power cords so that they will not be used accordingly. When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to install it down. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other metal surface. This reduces...
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.... backup or secure all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service; 2. and 3. remove all programs and data contained in compliance with all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your facilities to improve our ... and 4. Lenovo will store, use this information to perform service under this warranty and to perform service; In accomplishing these purposes, we may also disclose it . What this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product...
.... backup or secure all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service; 2. and 3. remove all programs and data contained in compliance with all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your facilities to improve our ... and 4. Lenovo will store, use this information to perform service under this warranty and to perform service; In accomplishing these purposes, we may also disclose it . What this Warranty Does not Cover This warranty does not cover the following: • uninterrupted or error-free operation of a product...
Lenovo IdeaCentre K3 Series Hardware Replacement Guide V4.0
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... manual applies only to those computer models that trained service personnel are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). The description of the TV-Tuner card in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. This guide contains instructions for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Heatsink, Fan • CPU • VGA card • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • External speakers Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open...
... manual applies only to those computer models that trained service personnel are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). The description of the TV-Tuner card in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. This guide contains instructions for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Heatsink, Fan • CPU • VGA card • Keyboard, Mouse (wired) • External speakers Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open...
Lenovo IdeaCentre K3 Series Hardware Replacement Guide V4.0
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... and power cords. Completing the installation After replacing a new part or parts, you may be connected to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Disconnect the defective speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Locating components and connectors". 2. Make sure that no tools or loose screws are routed correctly before replacing the computer cover. Replacing the external speaker 1. Refer to the audio connector at either the front or rear...
... and power cords. Completing the installation After replacing a new part or parts, you may be connected to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Disconnect the defective speaker cable from the computer and connect the new speaker cable to "Locating components and connectors". 2. Make sure that no tools or loose screws are routed correctly before replacing the computer cover. Replacing the external speaker 1. Refer to the audio connector at either the front or rear...
Lenovo IdeaCentre K3 Series User Guide V4.0
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... Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually by following the prompts. Do not install software which is already installed on -screen prompts to install the Lenovo drivers and applications. User Guide 17 Click Install to internet. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Notes: 1. Make sure that the Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the procedure, install all passwords for the Lenovo Rescue...
... Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually by following the prompts. Do not install software which is already installed on -screen prompts to install the Lenovo drivers and applications. User Guide 17 Click Install to internet. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows system, Click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Notes: 1. Make sure that the Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the procedure, install all passwords for the Lenovo Rescue...
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... the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. The default password is blank. If you select "LAN connection" configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you don't want to set and manage the password for the first time. After starting Rescue System, click System Backup to create recovery discs. 18 User Guide These recovery discs are used to boot your system partition to create a bootable recovery disc...
... the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. The default password is blank. If you select "LAN connection" configure the IP address and proxy server of a system failure, you don't want to set and manage the password for the first time. After starting Rescue System, click System Backup to create recovery discs. 18 User Guide These recovery discs are used to boot your system partition to create a bootable recovery disc...