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ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 7258, 7259, 7260, 7267, 7268, 7269, 7270, 7279, 7280, 7290, 7296, 7297, 7298, 7303, 7304, 7306, 7307, 7408, 7413, 7487, 7491, 7506, 7508, 7514, 7843, and 7847
ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 7258, 7259, 7260, 7267, 7268, 7269, 7270, 7279, 7280, 7290, 7296, 7297, 7298, 7303, 7304, 7306, 7307, 7408, 7413, 7487, 7491, 7506, 7508, 7514, 7843, and 7847
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ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 7258, 7259, 7260, 7267, 7268, 7269, 7270, 7279, 7280, 7290, 7296, 7297, 7298, 7303, 7304, 7306, 7307, 7408, 7413, 7487, 7491, 7506, 7508, 7514, 7843, and 7847
ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 7258, 7259, 7260, 7267, 7268, 7269, 7270, 7279, 7280, 7290, 7296, 7297, 7298, 7303, 7304, 7306, 7307, 7408, 7413, 7487, 7491, 7506, 7508, 7514, 7843, and 7847
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... . . . . 6 Chapter 3. General information. . . . 29 The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program . . 29 Additional information resources 29 Specifications 29 Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508 . . . 30 Types 7259, 7267, 7269, 7279, 7297, 7303, 7306, 7487, 7506... 39 Password considerations 39 Power-On Password 40 Privileged Access Password 40 Setting, changing, and deleting a password . 40 © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2011 Enabling or disabling a device 40 Selecting a startup device 41 Selecting a temporary startup device . . . . 41 Selecting...
... . . . . 6 Chapter 3. General information. . . . 29 The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program . . 29 Additional information resources 29 Specifications 29 Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508 . . . 30 Types 7259, 7267, 7269, 7279, 7297, 7303, 7306, 7487, 7506... 39 Password considerations 39 Power-On Password 40 Privileged Access Password 40 Setting, changing, and deleting a password . 40 © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2011 Enabling or disabling a device 40 Selecting a startup device 41 Selecting a temporary startup device . . . . 41 Selecting...
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Notices 525 Television output notice 526 Trademarks 526 Index 527 iv ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU lists 121 Overall: MT 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508 . . . . 121 Mechanical FRUs 147 Keyboard and Mouse 158 Adapters and miscellaneous FRUs 201 Power Cords ...
Notices 525 Television output notice 526 Trademarks 526 Index 527 iv ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU lists 121 Overall: MT 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508 . . . . 121 Mechanical FRUs 147 Keyboard and Mouse 158 Adapters and miscellaneous FRUs 201 Power Cords ...
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...11.2 kg (24.7 lbs) Types 7259, 7267, 7269, 7279, 7297, 7303, 7306, 7487, 7506, and 7514 This section lists the physical specifications. 30 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual High range: Minimum: 200 V ac Maximum: 240 V ac Input frequency range: 50/60 Hz Voltage switch setting: 230 V ac Types 7258..., 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508 This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Environment • Air temperature:...
...11.2 kg (24.7 lbs) Types 7259, 7267, 7269, 7279, 7297, 7303, 7306, 7487, 7506, and 7514 This section lists the physical specifications. 30 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual High range: Minimum: 200 V ac Maximum: 240 V ac Input frequency range: 50/60 Hz Voltage switch setting: 230 V ac Types 7258..., 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508 This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Environment • Air temperature:...
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... 12 Audio line-in connector 13 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot 14 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2011 67 These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely. Rear connectors The following illustrations help you locate the various ..., controls. FRU replacements are documented. This chapter does not contain a remove and replace procedure for all FRUs. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) Important Before you replace any FRU, read "Important Safety Information" on...
... 12 Audio line-in connector 13 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot 14 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2011 67 These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely. Rear connectors The following illustrations help you locate the various ..., controls. FRU replacements are documented. This chapter does not contain a remove and replace procedure for all FRUs. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) Important Before you replace any FRU, read "Important Safety Information" on...
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... connector Removing the computer cover CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. To remove the computer cover: 1. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 69 Chapter 8.
... connector Removing the computer cover CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. To remove the computer cover: 1. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 69 Chapter 8.
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... the plastic tabs on the right side of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to "Completing the FRU replacement" on the left side. 4. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 69.... then pivot the bezel inward until it snaps into position on page 95. There are present inside these components. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 71 Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are no servicable parts inside...
... the plastic tabs on the right side of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to "Completing the FRU replacement" on the left side. 4. Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 69.... then pivot the bezel inward until it snaps into position on page 95. There are present inside these components. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 71 Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are no servicable parts inside...
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...the microprocessor socket cover removed from the system board. b. c. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 73 Place the ...computer on the failing system board. Carefully take note of the location of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to protect the pins during shipping and handling. Disconnect the...the notches 1 of the microprocessor socket cover with a microprocessor socket cover to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: When replacing the system board a new retention module for the microprocessor heat ...
...the microprocessor socket cover removed from the system board. b. c. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 73 Place the ...computer on the failing system board. Carefully take note of the location of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to protect the pins during shipping and handling. Disconnect the...the notches 1 of the microprocessor socket cover with a microprocessor socket cover to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: When replacing the system board a new retention module for the microprocessor heat ...
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... four screws cannot be very hot. Do not touch the thermal grease while handling the heat sink and fan assembly. 7. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 75 See "System board connectors" on page 69. 2. Lift the failing heat sink and fan...
... four screws cannot be very hot. Do not touch the thermal grease while handling the heat sink and fan assembly. 7. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 75 See "System board connectors" on page 69. 2. Lift the failing heat sink and fan...
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Notes: a. Chapter 8. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 77 This is important when reinstalling the microprocessor on the microprocessor. Note the orientation of the notches 1 on the new system board. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. 7. Note: Touch only the sides of the socket.
Notes: a. Chapter 8. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 77 This is important when reinstalling the microprocessor on the microprocessor. Note the orientation of the notches 1 on the new system board. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. 7. Note: Touch only the sides of the socket.
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...remove the memory module being replaced as shown. See "System board connectors" on page 69. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on its side. 2. See "Removing the computer cover"... type at "System board connectors" on the system board. 15. Go to remove and replace a memory module. 1. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 79 Install the heat sink and fan assembly on page 68. 16. 14.
...remove the memory module being replaced as shown. See "System board connectors" on page 69. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on its side. 2. See "Removing the computer cover"... type at "System board connectors" on the system board. 15. Go to remove and replace a memory module. 1. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 79 Install the heat sink and fan assembly on page 68. 16. 14.
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... shown to secure the adapter card. Pivot the adapter card latch to the closed position to disengage the latch. Notes: a. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 81 b. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the slot. 3. Remove the new adapter card...
... shown to secure the adapter card. Pivot the adapter card latch to the closed position to disengage the latch. Notes: a. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 81 b. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the slot. 3. Remove the new adapter card...
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... the blue bracket, flex the bracket, and align the pins 1 through 4 on the blue handle 3 to free it outward. 5. Chapter 8. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 83 Remove the hard disk drive cage from the chassis by simply sliding it from...
... the blue bracket, flex the bracket, and align the pins 1 through 4 on the blue handle 3 to free it outward. 5. Chapter 8. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 83 Remove the hard disk drive cage from the chassis by simply sliding it from...
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... understanding the "Important safety information" in the proper position. 11. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Important When a new hard disk drive is in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that are aligned when the hard disk drive is installed, a set of... the hard disk to be required. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the factory. Press down on page 69. 2. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 85
... understanding the "Important safety information" in the proper position. 11. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Important When a new hard disk drive is in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that are aligned when the hard disk drive is installed, a set of... the hard disk to be required. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the factory. Press down on page 69. 2. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 85
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Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 87 Make sure that the hard drive cage is secure in the chassis. 11. Install the hard drive cage into the chassis until it snaps into position. 10. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard drive cage until it snaps into position underneath the metal tab. Chapter 8. 9. Connect the signal and power cables to the rear of the new hard disk drive.
Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 87 Make sure that the hard drive cage is secure in the chassis. 11. Install the hard drive cage into the chassis until it snaps into position. 10. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard drive cage until it snaps into position underneath the metal tab. Chapter 8. 9. Connect the signal and power cables to the rear of the new hard disk drive.
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... drive or card reader into the drive bay until it on page 69. 2. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Depending on your model type, your computer might have a diskette drive or a card reader installed. Reinstall the front bezel. 9. To...drive or card reader. Chapter 8. Remove the front bezel. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 89 Note: The artwork in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. Go to replace the diskette drive. ...
... drive or card reader into the drive bay until it on page 69. 2. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to : http://www.lenovo.com/support Depending on your model type, your computer might have a diskette drive or a card reader installed. Reinstall the front bezel. 9. To...drive or card reader. Chapter 8. Remove the front bezel. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 89 Note: The artwork in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. Go to replace the diskette drive. ...
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... computer cover. Locate the rear fan assembly. Disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to the chassis by breaking them or cutting them with your ...computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with scissors. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 91 To replace the...
... computer cover. Locate the rear fan assembly. Disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to the chassis by breaking them or cutting them with your ...computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with scissors. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 91 To replace the...
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... the "Important safety information" in the chassis and to the system board. 7. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on page 95. See "Removing the... system fan connector on how to the chassis. 5. Remove the front bezel. Make sure that came with your computer. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 93 See "Removing and installing the front bezel" on page 70 3. Chapter...
... the "Important safety information" in the chassis and to the system board. 7. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to "Completing the FRU replacement" on page 95. See "Removing the... system fan connector on how to the chassis. 5. Remove the front bezel. Make sure that came with your computer. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 93 See "Removing and installing the front bezel" on page 70 3. Chapter...
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... information in the Setup Utility program. This is released. 6. Disconnect the internal speaker cable from the system board. 5. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 95 See "Removing and installing the front bezel" on page 95. Use ...you might appear to turn on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on for a few seconds and then turn off. See "System board connectors" on page 68. 8. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to replace the internal speaker. ...
... information in the Setup Utility program. This is released. 6. Disconnect the internal speaker cable from the system board. 5. Replacing FRUs (Types 7258, 7260, 7268, 7270, 7280, 7296, 7298, 7304, 7307,7413, 7491, and 7508) 95 See "Removing and installing the front bezel" on page 95. Use ...you might appear to turn on how to : http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on for a few seconds and then turn off. See "System board connectors" on page 68. 8. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to replace the internal speaker. ...