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Parts list 141 Overall 142 LCD FRUs 179 Keyboard 190 Miscellaneous parts 192 AC adapters 194 Power cords 195 Recovery discs 196 Windows XP Professional (32 bit) DVDs . . . 196 Windows Vista Starter Edition (32 bit) recovery DVDs 198 Windows Vista Home Basic (32 ... (64 bit) DVDs . . 209 Windows Professional (32 bit) DVDs . . . . 210 Windows Professional (64 bit) DVDs . . . . 212 Common service tools 213 Notices 215 Trademarks 216 iv ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Parts list 141 Overall 142 LCD FRUs 179 Keyboard 190 Miscellaneous parts 192 AC adapters 194 Power cords 195 Recovery discs 196 Windows XP Professional (32 bit) DVDs . . . 196 Windows Vista Starter Edition (32 bit) recovery DVDs 198 Windows Vista Home Basic (32 ... (64 bit) DVDs . . 209 Windows Professional (32 bit) DVDs . . . . 210 Windows Professional (64 bit) DVDs . . . . 212 Common service tools 213 Notices 215 Trademarks 216 iv ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...assume that has exposed electrical circuits, observe the following rules when working with the power-off controls, is a complete circuit. Use only one hand when working on the machine, unplug the power cord. By observing the above rule, you . keep the other hand in the ...safety sections of these hazards are moist floors, nongrounded power extension cables, power surges, and missing safety grounds. Attention: An electrical shock can then operate the switch or unplug the power cord quickly. v Regularly inspect and maintain your body. - When using testers, ...
...assume that has exposed electrical circuits, observe the following rules when working with the power-off controls, is a complete circuit. Use only one hand when working on the machine, unplug the power cord. By observing the above rule, you . keep the other hand in the ...safety sections of these hazards are moist floors, nongrounded power extension cables, power surges, and missing safety grounds. Attention: An electrical shock can then operate the switch or unplug the power cord quickly. v Regularly inspect and maintain your body. - When using testers, ...
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... cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. If any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Use a meter to the safety of fire or smoke damage. 8. Check the power cord for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Use good judgment as to measure third-wire ground continuity for worn, frayed...
... cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. If any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Use a meter to the safety of fire or smoke damage. 8. Check the power cord for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Use good judgment as to measure third-wire ground continuity for worn, frayed...
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DANGER Unless hot swap is allowed for the FRU being replaced, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card. Safety information 9 DANGER To avoid shock, do as follows before removing it: power off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and disconnect any interconnecting cables. DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials.
DANGER Unless hot swap is allowed for the FRU being replaced, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the inverter card. Safety information 9 DANGER To avoid shock, do as follows before removing it: power off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and disconnect any interconnecting cables. DANGER Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials.
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...go to "FRU tests" on the computer. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on page 54 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 52 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual See the following figure: 3 2 1 ... replace the AC adapter. 4. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. Turn off the ...
...go to "FRU tests" on the computer. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on page 54 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 52 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual See the following figure: 3 2 1 ... replace the AC adapter. 4. v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking operational charging" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. Turn off the ...
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... you have been trained and certified. Do not try to be damaged by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 83 For information about connecting and arranging internal cables, see "Locations" on page 79. 3. Attention: After replacing a FRU, do...sure that pertain to observe the following general rules: 1. When turning a screw to replace a FRU, turn off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any notes that all screws, springs, and other small parts are in which...
... you have been trained and certified. Do not try to be damaged by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 83 For information about connecting and arranging internal cables, see "Locations" on page 79. 3. Attention: After replacing a FRU, do...sure that pertain to observe the following general rules: 1. When turning a screw to replace a FRU, turn off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any notes that all screws, springs, and other small parts are in which...
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...is an example of a country designator) should be used for all models ending in U. ThinkPad computers contain the following lists of these types of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug... page 179 v "Keyboard" on page 190 v "Miscellaneous parts" on page 192 v "AC adapters" on page 194 v "Power cords" on page 195 v "Recovery discs" on page 196 v "Common service tools" on product design may include a memory, ... specific models listed and described as options. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 141 Other Self-service CRUs depending on page 213 Notes: v Each FRU is a Self-service...
...is an example of a country designator) should be used for all models ending in U. ThinkPad computers contain the following lists of these types of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug... page 179 v "Keyboard" on page 190 v "Miscellaneous parts" on page 192 v "AC adapters" on page 194 v "Power cords" on page 195 v "Recovery discs" on page 196 v "Common service tools" on product design may include a memory, ... specific models listed and described as options. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 141 Other Self-service CRUs depending on page 213 Notes: v Each FRU is a Self-service...
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...42T5047 42T5132 42T5077 42T5162 42T5044 42T5129 42T5071 42T5156 42T5035 42T5120 Parts list 195 Parts list-2-pin power cords Country or region Argentina v models -CTO, xxY Brazil v models -CTO, xxP Canada, U.S. Parts list-3-pin power cords Country or region Australia, New Zealand v models -CTO, xxG, xxM Bangladesh, Sri..., xxK Switzerland v models -CTO, xxG Taiwan v models -CTO, xxV U.K., China (Hong Kong S.A.R.) v models -CTO, xxB, xxG, xxH FRU no . Power cords A ThinkPad power cord for a specific country or region is usually available only in that country or region: Table 39.
...42T5047 42T5132 42T5077 42T5162 42T5044 42T5129 42T5071 42T5156 42T5035 42T5120 Parts list 195 Parts list-2-pin power cords Country or region Argentina v models -CTO, xxY Brazil v models -CTO, xxP Canada, U.S. Parts list-3-pin power cords Country or region Australia, New Zealand v models -CTO, xxG, xxM Bangladesh, Sri..., xxK Switzerland v models -CTO, xxG Taiwan v models -CTO, xxV U.K., China (Hong Kong S.A.R.) v models -CTO, xxB, xxG, xxH FRU no . Power cords A ThinkPad power cord for a specific country or region is usually available only in that country or region: Table 39.
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... . . . 26 PC-Doctor for Windows 28 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 28 Power system checkout 29 Checking the AC adapter 29 Checking operational charging 30 Checking the battery pack 30 Checking the backup battery... error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2009, 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 R500 (15.4-inch widescreen) . . . . . 47 Specifications 47 ... Keyboard 163 Miscellaneous parts 165 AC adapters 167 Power cords 168 Recovery discs 169 Common service tools 178 iii
... . . . 26 PC-Doctor for Windows 28 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 28 Power system checkout 29 Checking the AC adapter 29 Checking operational charging 30 Checking the battery pack 30 Checking the backup battery... error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2009, 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 R500 (15.4-inch widescreen) . . . . . 47 Specifications 47 ... Keyboard 163 Miscellaneous parts 165 AC adapters 167 Power cords 168 Recovery discs 169 Common service tools 178 iii
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... passing through your work alone under hazardous conditions or near you. Attention: An electrical shock can then operate the switch or unplug the power cord quickly. Observe the special safety precautions when you need to insulate you may prevent a current from a circuit. v Do not use ...that does not insulate you start to work on suitable rubber mats (obtained locally, if necessary) to work on the machine, unplug the power cord. First, check that contain small conductive fibers to protect yourself from grounds such as metal floor strips and machine frames. Some hand tools ...
... passing through your work alone under hazardous conditions or near you. Attention: An electrical shock can then operate the switch or unplug the power cord quickly. Observe the special safety precautions when you need to insulate you may prevent a current from a circuit. v Do not use ...that does not insulate you start to work on suitable rubber mats (obtained locally, if necessary) to work on the machine, unplug the power cord. First, check that contain small conductive fibers to protect yourself from grounds such as metal floor strips and machine frames. Some hand tools ...
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... designed and built, required safety items were installed to the safety of any unsafe conditions are any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check exterior covers for : a. Check the power cord for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. ...cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Use a meter to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide...
... designed and built, required safety items were installed to the safety of any unsafe conditions are any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check exterior covers for : a. Check the power cord for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. ...cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with the power off the computer. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Use a meter to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide...
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... power-on indicator does not turn on , check the power cord of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. Turn off the computer. 6. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the following power supply...General checkout 29 Check that the battery pack supplies power when you turn on the computer. 5. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace the...go to "R500 (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see...
... power-on indicator does not turn on , check the power cord of the AC adapter for correct continuity and installation. Turn off the computer. 6. Measure the output voltage at the plug of the following power supply...General checkout 29 Check that the battery pack supplies power when you turn on the computer. 5. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace the...go to "R500 (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. If you suspect a power problem, see...
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...board is sensitive to replace a FRU, turn it in the direction as given by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). 62 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Be sure to be damaged by the arrow in place, reverse the removal procedure and follow any FRU, review "FRU replacement... new FRU in the drawing. 6. When replacing a FRU, use in the drawing. 7. Verify this by removing any FRUs that all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any computer unless you have made sure that have been trained and certified. ...
...board is sensitive to replace a FRU, turn it in the direction as given by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). 62 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Be sure to be damaged by the arrow in place, reverse the removal procedure and follow any FRU, review "FRU replacement... new FRU in the drawing. 6. When replacing a FRU, use in the drawing. 7. Verify this by removing any FRUs that all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any computer unless you have made sure that have been trained and certified. ...
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... secured by no more than two screws. v A CRU (customer replaceable unit) is an example of CRUs include an AC adapter, a power cord, a battery, and a hard disk drive. Parts list This section contains following types of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug or are..."AC adapters" on page 167 v "Power cords" on page 168 v "Recovery discs" on page 169 v "Common service tools" on product design may include a memory, a wireless card, a keyboard, and a palm rest with specific models listed and described as options. 118 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual A single asterisk (*)...
... secured by no more than two screws. v A CRU (customer replaceable unit) is an example of CRUs include an AC adapter, a power cord, a battery, and a hard disk drive. Parts list This section contains following types of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug or are..."AC adapters" on page 167 v "Power cords" on page 168 v "Recovery discs" on page 169 v "Common service tools" on product design may include a memory, a wireless card, a keyboard, and a palm rest with specific models listed and described as options. 118 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual A single asterisk (*)...
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... 42T5083 42T5168 42T5062 42T5147 42T5047 42T5132 42T5077 42T5162 42T5044 42T5129 42T5071 42T5156 42T5035 42T5120 168 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Power cords A ThinkPad power cord for a specific country or region is usually available only in that country or region: Table 41. ...Parts list-3-pin power cords Region Australia, New Zealand v models -CTO, xxG, xxM Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, South Africa v models -CTO, ...
... 42T5083 42T5168 42T5062 42T5147 42T5047 42T5132 42T5077 42T5162 42T5044 42T5129 42T5071 42T5156 42T5035 42T5120 168 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Power cords A ThinkPad power cord for a specific country or region is usually available only in that country or region: Table 41. ...Parts list-3-pin power cords Region Australia, New Zealand v models -CTO, xxG, xxM Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, South Africa v models -CTO, ...
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... . . . 26 PC-Doctor for Windows 28 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 28 Power system checkout 29 Checking the AC adapter 29 Checking operational charging 30 Checking the battery pack 30 Checking the backup battery...Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 R500 (15.4-inch widescreen) . . . . . 47 Specifications 47 ... Keyboard 147 Miscellaneous parts 149 AC adapters 151 Power cords 152 Recovery discs 153 Common service tools 161 iii
... . . . 26 PC-Doctor for Windows 28 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 28 Power system checkout 29 Checking the AC adapter 29 Checking operational charging 30 Checking the battery pack 30 Checking the backup battery...Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 R500 (15.4-inch widescreen) . . . . . 47 Specifications 47 ... Keyboard 147 Miscellaneous parts 149 AC adapters 151 Power cords 152 Recovery discs 153 Common service tools 161 iii
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..., and to work area. Attention: Another person must be there to insulate you work on the machine, unplug the power cord. Observe the special safety precautions when you from a circuit. Instructions for that power has been disconnected from grounds such as metal floor strips and machine frames. Use extreme care when measuring high...
..., and to work area. Attention: Another person must be there to insulate you work on the machine, unplug the power cord. Observe the special safety precautions when you from a circuit. Instructions for that power has been disconnected from grounds such as metal floor strips and machine frames. Use extreme care when measuring high...
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...for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and the frame ground. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Check for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. 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. Power off , and the power cord disconnected. Check inside the unit for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. This guide addresses...
...for 0.1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and the frame ground. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Check for any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. 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. Power off , and the power cord disconnected. Check inside the unit for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. This guide addresses...
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...to "R500 (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 47. Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. Check that power is acceptable, do the following : 1. v If the power-on ...charging" on page 30 v "Checking the battery pack" on page 30 v "Checking the backup battery" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. See the following figure: 3 2 1 (20V) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +20 2... always indicate a defect. Connect the ac adapter. 4. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. Measure the...
...to "R500 (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 47. Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. Check that power is acceptable, do the following : 1. v If the power-on ...charging" on page 30 v "Checking the battery pack" on page 30 v "Checking the backup battery" on , check the power cord of the AC adapter cable. See the following figure: 3 2 1 (20V) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +20 2... always indicate a defect. Connect the ac adapter. 4. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. Measure the...
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... an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). 62 ThinkPad R500 (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Begin by removing any notes that pertain to observe the following general rules: 1. To put the new FRU in place, reverse the removal procedure and follow any FRUs that all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack...
... an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). 62 ThinkPad R500 (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Begin by removing any notes that pertain to observe the following general rules: 1. To put the new FRU in place, reverse the removal procedure and follow any FRUs that all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack...
