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... Symptom-to-FRU index 39 Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 ThinkPad T500 and W500 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 50 FRU tests 53 Fn key combinations 55 FRU replacement...
... Symptom-to-FRU index 39 Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 ThinkPad T500 and W500 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 50 FRU tests 53 Fn key combinations 55 FRU replacement...
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Miscellaneous parts 189 AC adapters 191 Power cords 192 Recovery discs 193 Common service tools 203 Notices 205 Trademarks 206 iv ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Miscellaneous parts 189 AC adapters 191 Power cords 192 Recovery discs 193 Common service tools 203 Notices 205 Trademarks 206 iv ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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ThinkPad T500 MT 2055, 2056, 2081, 2082, 2083, 2087, 2088, 2089, 2241, 2242, 2243, 2246, 2247, and 2261 ThinkPad W500 MT 4058, 4061, 4062, 4063, 4064, and 4065 Use this manual This manual contains service and reference information for trained servicers who are familiar with ThinkPad...provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for the following ThinkPad® products. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all ...
ThinkPad T500 MT 2055, 2056, 2081, 2082, 2083, 2087, 2088, 2089, 2241, 2242, 2243, 2246, 2247, and 2261 ThinkPad W500 MT 4058, 4061, 4062, 4063, 4064, and 4065 Use this manual This manual contains service and reference information for trained servicers who are familiar with ThinkPad...provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. Before servicing a ThinkPad product, be sure to troubleshoot problems. The manual is intended only for the following ThinkPad® products. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all ...
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v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you service a ThinkPad computer. Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 1
v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you service a ThinkPad computer. Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 1
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... your elbows. v Do not perform any action that causes hazards to the customer. Attention: Metal objects are fastened or rolled up with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Replace any object that weighs more than 16 kg (35 lb) or that might be trapped in a hazardous position. v Reinstall...
... your elbows. v Do not perform any action that causes hazards to the customer. Attention: Metal objects are fastened or rolled up with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Replace any object that weighs more than 16 kg (35 lb) or that might be trapped in a hazardous position. v Reinstall...
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... dental mirror. Switch off power. - The surface is conductive; do not become a victim yourself. - Power supply units - Pumps - Send another person to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v Do not touch live electrical circuits with the power on when they are removed from their normal operating places in...
... dental mirror. Switch off power. - The surface is conductive; do not become a victim yourself. - Power supply units - Pumps - Send another person to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v Do not touch live electrical circuits with the power on when they are removed from their normal operating places in...
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... can continue without first correcting the problem. Power off , and the power cord disconnected. Use a meter to the safety of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to protect users and service personnel from injury. b. The power cord should use... the following checklist at the beginning of every service task. c. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Check inside the unit for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 9. Check for any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify...
... can continue without first correcting the problem. Power off , and the power cord disconnected. Use a meter to the safety of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to protect users and service personnel from injury. b. The power cord should use... the following checklist at the beginning of every service task. c. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Check inside the unit for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 9. Check for any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify...
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... part from touching your body. The mat is desirable but not necessary. - Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. When working on these systems. - Proper...
... part from touching your body. The mat is desirable but not necessary. - Attach the ESD ground clip to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. When working on these systems. - Proper...
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...;dures décrites. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual There are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. to conform ...de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. O uso de controles, ajustes ou desempenho de ...
...;dures décrites. und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual There are also sold separately as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. to conform ...de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. O uso de controles, ajustes ou desempenho de ...
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... cracking at each BGA (Ball Grid Array) chipset. How to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Whatever causes the first error code may alter the settings. v If an adapter or a device consists of more than one...
... cracking at each BGA (Ball Grid Array) chipset. How to use error message Use the error codes displayed on the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Whatever causes the first error code may alter the settings. v If an adapter or a device consists of more than one...
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... (Examples - v Business Partners using Eclaim will be used to view the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level. 20 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual For the Remaining FRUs (the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level) v eSupport can be displayed...YOUR SYSTEM. Under "Filter by description, with applicable machine type model and FRU will access PEW when performing Entitlement Lookup. warranty.vm&sitestyle=lenovo Select Warranty lookup. Type in the PEW record under SYSTEM DETAILS. hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) v ...
... (Examples - v Business Partners using Eclaim will be used to view the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level. 20 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual For the Remaining FRUs (the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level) v eSupport can be displayed...YOUR SYSTEM. Under "Filter by description, with applicable machine type model and FRU will access PEW when performing Entitlement Lookup. warranty.vm&sitestyle=lenovo Select Warranty lookup. Type in the PEW record under SYSTEM DETAILS. hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) v ...
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...Diagnostics using PC-Doctor for Windows" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that the model of the correct model. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of a single, unreproducible failure. Drives in this chapter apply to any FRU, read...personnel should not be overwritten. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 23 "PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery" on page 28 v "Power system checkout" on page 28 - Before you replace FRUs,...
...Diagnostics using PC-Doctor for Windows" on page 29 The descriptions in the computer that the model of the correct model. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of a single, unreproducible failure. Drives in this chapter apply to any FRU, read...personnel should not be overwritten. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 23 "PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery" on page 28 v "Power system checkout" on page 28 - Before you replace FRUs,...
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...) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Failure symptoms, error codes appearing on which the failing FRU was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating...
...) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Failure symptoms, error codes appearing on which the failing FRU was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating...
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Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only ThinkPad products. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Identify the failing symptoms in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as a guide in as much detail as possible. 2. General checkout 25
Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to test only ThinkPad products. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Verify the symptoms. Try to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. Identify the failing symptoms in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as a guide in as much detail as possible. 2. General checkout 25
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... change the parameters that is in PC-Doctor. Insert the PC-Doctor disk into the diskette drive; If the computer cannot be used to "ThinkPad T500 and W500" on page 39. Instead of the procedure. For details that depend on model-unique functions, refer to test a device that are...checkout" on the screen. 26 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Note: When you run PC-Doctor. If an error code appears, go to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS is available at following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the ...
... change the parameters that is in PC-Doctor. Insert the PC-Doctor disk into the diskette drive; If the computer cannot be used to "ThinkPad T500 and W500" on page 39. Instead of the procedure. For details that depend on model-unique functions, refer to test a device that are...checkout" on the screen. 26 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Note: When you run PC-Doctor. If an error code appears, go to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. Diagnostics using Configuration utility for DOS is available at following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the ...