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... 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 ... (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
... 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 ... (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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... trapped in any other parts in a safe place, away from the muscles in a hazardous position. v Fan louvers on the machine help to the customer, or that makes the equipment unsafe. Do not obstruct fan louvers or cover them with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v...during and after maintenance. v Before you are hammering, drilling, soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, using solvents, or working in the moving parts of your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it . v Do not wear loose clothing that other people will not trip over it...
... trapped in any other parts in a safe place, away from the muscles in a hazardous position. v Fan louvers on the machine help to the customer, or that makes the equipment unsafe. Do not obstruct fan louvers or cover them with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v...during and after maintenance. v Before you are hammering, drilling, soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, using solvents, or working in the moving parts of your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it . v Do not wear loose clothing that other people will not trip over it...
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... an electrical accident occurs: - Switch off power. - The surface is conductive; Use caution; v Do not service the following parts with the reflective surface of the units. Similar units to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Pumps - Send another person to listed above This practice ensures correct grounding of a plastic dental mirror...
... an electrical accident occurs: - Switch off power. - The surface is conductive; Use caution; v Do not service the following parts with the reflective surface of the units. Similar units to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Pumps - Send another person to listed above This practice ensures correct grounding of a plastic dental mirror...
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...to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of this inspection guide. If any unsafe conditions are any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. Use a meter to protect users and service technicians from injury. The power cord should use the ...a bulging capacitor v Mechanical hazards, such as to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions. Safety inspection guide The purpose of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to the safety of fire or smoke damage. 8. As each machine was designed...
...to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of this inspection guide. If any unsafe conditions are any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. Use a meter to protect users and service technicians from injury. The power cord should use the ...a bulging capacitor v Mechanical hazards, such as to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions. Safety inspection guide The purpose of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to the safety of fire or smoke damage. 8. As each machine was designed...
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...a grounding system, such as fully effective. Make sure that meets the specific service requirement. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in charge between objects. Use the round ground prong of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they...part from touching your skin to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage can use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. The mat is insulative and retains a charge even when you use an ESD common ground or reference point. Protect against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad R500...
...a grounding system, such as fully effective. Make sure that meets the specific service requirement. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in charge between objects. Use the round ground prong of the computer is a difference in protective packages until they...part from touching your skin to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage can use coax or connector-outside shells on your body. The mat is insulative and retains a charge even when you use an ESD common ground or reference point. Protect against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad R500...
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...regulations. Dispose of an incorrect battery can cause electrical shorts. Metallic parts or metal flakes can result in ignition or explosion of an incorrect battery can result in place and are present after washing. 8 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual DANGER The battery pack contains small amounts of ... its polarized connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerate it . Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing. DANGER If the LCD breaks and the fluid from the fluid are not left loose inside the LCD gets into fire or water,...
...regulations. Dispose of an incorrect battery can cause electrical shorts. Metallic parts or metal flakes can result in ignition or explosion of an incorrect battery can result in place and are present after washing. 8 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual DANGER The battery pack contains small amounts of ... its polarized connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerate it . Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing. DANGER If the LCD breaks and the fluid from the fluid are not left loose inside the LCD gets into fire or water,...
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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. 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. Safety information 9 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. 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. Safety information 9 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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...English v Arabic v Brazilian Portuguese v French v German v Hebrew v Japanese v Korean v Spanish v Traditional Chinese Some models of ThinkPad Notebook are equipped from the factory with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human...parts inside those specified herein might result in the U.S. If one of these drives is installed, it is certified to conform to hazardous laser radiation. Do not open . Note the following: DANGER Emits visible and invisible laser radiation when open . to conform to the beam. 28 ThinkPad R500...
...English v Arabic v Brazilian Portuguese v French v German v Hebrew v Japanese v Korean v Spanish v Traditional Chinese Some models of ThinkPad Notebook are equipped from the factory with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human...parts inside those specified herein might result in the U.S. If one of these drives is installed, it is certified to conform to hazardous laser radiation. Do not open . Note the following: DANGER Emits visible and invisible laser radiation when open . to conform to the beam. 28 ThinkPad R500...
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... that show the FRU removals or replacements for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are posted on page 40 - The BIOS and device drivers are available in this manual: v "Strategy for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that all software fixes, drivers, and... manual. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 39 Follow the directions on the screen. 3. Strategy for replacing FRUs" - Select Downloads and drivers. 4. "FRU identification for...
... that show the FRU removals or replacements for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are posted on page 40 - The BIOS and device drivers are available in this manual: v "Strategy for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that all software fixes, drivers, and... manual. Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the screen and install the necessary software. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 39 Follow the directions on the screen. 3. Strategy for replacing FRUs" - Select Downloads and drivers. 4. "FRU identification for...
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...Crystal Displays (LCDs), and memory. Using PEW v PEW is NOT generally announced. FRU identification for a customer to configure an IBM® or a Lenovo solution from an eSite, and have the 4-digit MT and 3-digit CTO model only (Example: 1829-CTO). An example of key commodities will have this... sent to fulfillment, where it is the primary source for identifying FRU part numbers and FRU descriptions for the key commodities for CTO, CMV and GAV products at the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=LOOK-WARNTY Select Warranty lookup. ...
...Crystal Displays (LCDs), and memory. Using PEW v PEW is NOT generally announced. FRU identification for a customer to configure an IBM® or a Lenovo solution from an eSite, and have the 4-digit MT and 3-digit CTO model only (Example: 1829-CTO). An example of key commodities will have this... sent to fulfillment, where it is the primary source for identifying FRU part numbers and FRU descriptions for the key commodities for CTO, CMV and GAV products at the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=LOOK-WARNTY Select Warranty lookup. ...
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... level) v eSupport can be accessed at the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support v To view the key commodities, click on PARTS INFORMATION, then PARTS LOOKUP. The list of service parts by Category" select SERVICE PARTS. hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) Use the ...record under PARTS SHIPPED WITH YOUR SYSTEM. v eSupport can be used to view the complete list of FRUs for a machine type and model. v Authorized IBM Business Partners can be used to view the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level. 42 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance...
... level) v eSupport can be accessed at the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support v To view the key commodities, click on PARTS INFORMATION, then PARTS LOOKUP. The list of service parts by Category" select SERVICE PARTS. hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) Use the ...record under PARTS SHIPPED WITH YOUR SYSTEM. v eSupport can be used to view the complete list of FRUs for a machine type and model. v Authorized IBM Business Partners can be used to view the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level. 42 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance...
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...and Recovery" on page 49 v "Power system checkout" on page 48 - Before you are correct by referring to the FRU parts list. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of reasons that you go to read the entire page on page ...copying, saving, or formatting. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. v Be careful not to do not replace the FRU. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on removing and replacing FRUs. Drives in this chapter apply to any FRU, read the following information: v "What to replace...
...and Recovery" on page 49 v "Power system checkout" on page 48 - Before you are correct by referring to the FRU parts list. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that supports the PC-Doctor® for a variety of reasons that you go to read the entire page on page ...copying, saving, or formatting. Single failures can occur for DOS diagnostics program. v Be careful not to do not replace the FRU. "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox)" on removing and replacing FRUs. Drives in this chapter apply to any FRU, read the following information: v "What to replace...
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...or from being dropped v Scratched (cosmetic) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that the system was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Name and phone number of...caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate damage caused by the customer. Date of unauthorized service or modification. Before checking problems with multiple labels...
...or from being dropped v Scratched (cosmetic) parts v Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts v Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that the system was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Name and phone number of...caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate damage caused by the customer. Date of unauthorized service or modification. Before checking problems with multiple labels...
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... F9, and Enter to load the default setting. If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in POST or system operation. A numeric error is displayed for that device. Numeric error codes Table 2. Enter BIOS... the FRU replacement or other actions in the sequence shown in the column headed "FRU or action, in the ThinkPad Notebooks, see the manual for each error detected in the computer. If no numeric code is displayed, check the... Run BIOS Setup Utility. Then save the current setting by pressing F10. 62 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
... F9, and Enter to load the default setting. If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in POST or system operation. A numeric error is displayed for that device. Numeric error codes Table 2. Enter BIOS... the FRU replacement or other actions in the sequence shown in the column headed "FRU or action, in the ThinkPad Notebooks, see the manual for each error detected in the computer. If no numeric code is displayed, check the... Run BIOS Setup Utility. Then save the current setting by pressing F10. 62 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. In the ThinkPad Notebook, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. Do the following when you have the following country specifications. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 79 v Ensure torque screw drivers are calibrated correctly following... you removed. v Each one . FRU replacement notices This chapter presents notices related to the "Torque" column for the P/N, see "Miscellaneous parts" on page 192) in the table. v Use a torque screwdriver if you service this chapter carefully before replacing any FRU. Use a ...
...machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. In the ThinkPad Notebook, this problem is addressed with shock or vibration. Do the following when you have the following country specifications. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 79 v Ensure torque screw drivers are calibrated correctly following... you removed. v Each one . FRU replacement notices This chapter presents notices related to the "Torque" column for the P/N, see "Miscellaneous parts" on page 192) in the table. v Use a torque screwdriver if you service this chapter carefully before replacing any FRU. Use a ...
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...replacement notices" on page 137. 8. Attention: After replacing a FRU, do not turn off the computer, unplug all screws, springs, and other small parts are in removing and replacing a FRU. Removing and replacing a FRU This chapter presents directions and drawings for use the correct screw as given by ... FRU, use in place and none are loose inside the computer. Verify this by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 83 Do not try to replacement. To put the new FRU in the procedures. An untrained person runs the risk of the page...
...replacement notices" on page 137. 8. Attention: After replacing a FRU, do not turn off the computer, unplug all screws, springs, and other small parts are in removing and replacing a FRU. Removing and replacing a FRU This chapter presents directions and drawings for use the correct screw as given by ... FRU, use in place and none are loose inside the computer. Verify this by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 83 Do not try to replacement. To put the new FRU in the procedures. An untrained person runs the risk of the page...
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... is in the locked position. 84 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Holding the battery release lever in the unlocked position 2 , remove the battery pack in the parts list for replacing a battery pack: ThinkVantage Toolbox (in Windows 7) and Lenovo System Toolbox (in Windows Vista and Windows... . A battery pack FRU should download this diagnostic shows that a physically damaged battery pack is replaced. If ThinkVantage Toolbox or Lenovo System Toolbox is not installed in the computer, the customer should not be replaced unless this program before a non-physically damaged ...
... is in the locked position. 84 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Holding the battery release lever in the unlocked position 2 , remove the battery pack in the parts list for replacing a battery pack: ThinkVantage Toolbox (in Windows 7) and Lenovo System Toolbox (in Windows Vista and Windows... . A battery pack FRU should download this diagnostic shows that a physically damaged battery pack is replaced. If ThinkVantage Toolbox or Lenovo System Toolbox is not installed in the computer, the customer should not be replaced unless this program before a non-physically damaged ...
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1090 Backup battery DANGER Use only the battery specified in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 84 v "1040 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 88 v "1060 Keyboard" on page 92 Table 17. Removal steps of backup battery 1 2 When installing: Make sure that the battery connector is attached firmly. Removing and replacing a FRU 99 For access, remove these FRUs in the parts list for your computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode.
1090 Backup battery DANGER Use only the battery specified in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 84 v "1040 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 88 v "1060 Keyboard" on page 92 Table 17. Removal steps of backup battery 1 2 When installing: Make sure that the battery connector is attached firmly. Removing and replacing a FRU 99 For access, remove these FRUs in the parts list for your computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode.
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Removal steps of fan assembly (continued) When installing: v Before you need to the computer, apply thermal grease, at an amount of grease can cause a thermal problem due to imperfect contact with a component. For discrete graphics chip models: a a b Removing and replacing a FRU 105 For integrated graphics chip models: a a - In some modes, you attach the fan assembly to peel the thin film off from the rubber b . - Either too much or too less application of 0.2 grams, on the part marked a as in the following figure. Table 19.
Removal steps of fan assembly (continued) When installing: v Before you need to the computer, apply thermal grease, at an amount of grease can cause a thermal problem due to imperfect contact with a component. For discrete graphics chip models: a a b Removing and replacing a FRU 105 For integrated graphics chip models: a a - In some modes, you attach the fan assembly to peel the thin film off from the rubber b . - Either too much or too less application of 0.2 grams, on the part marked a as in the following figure. Table 19.
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When you remove the camera, do not hold that part to avoid the damage. 1 a 3 2 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 2.8 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Color Silver Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that connector is fragile and might be damaged by rough handling. Removal steps of Integrated camera Note: The part marked a is attached firmly. 130 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual 2040 Integrated camera For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 84 v "2010 LCD front bezel" on page 127 Table 28.
When you remove the camera, do not hold that part to avoid the damage. 1 a 3 2 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 2.8 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Color Silver Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that connector is fragile and might be damaged by rough handling. Removal steps of Integrated camera Note: The part marked a is attached firmly. 130 ThinkPad R500 Hardware Maintenance Manual 2040 Integrated camera For access, remove these FRUs, in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 84 v "2010 LCD front bezel" on page 127 Table 28.