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...-FRU index 39 Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen 47 Specifications 48 Status indicators 51 FRU tests 54...key combinations 56 FRU replacement notices 59 Screw notices 59 Retaining serial numbers 60 Removing and replacing a FRU 63 1010 Battery pack 64 1020 Ultrabay Enhanced device for R61 and R61i 65 1030 Hard disk drive cover, hard disk drive, and hard disk rubber rails 66 1040 Palm ...
...-FRU index 39 Numeric error codes 39 Error messages 43 Beep symptoms 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2007, 2008 No-beep symptoms 44 LCD-related symptoms 45 Intermittent problems 46 Undetermined problems 46 R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen 47 Specifications 48 Status indicators 51 FRU tests 54...key combinations 56 FRU replacement notices 59 Screw notices 59 Retaining serial numbers 60 Removing and replacing a FRU 63 1010 Battery pack 64 1020 Ultrabay Enhanced device for R61 and R61i 65 1030 Hard disk drive cover, hard disk drive, and hard disk rubber rails 66 1040 Palm ...
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... Remove the cover. 6. If any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to measure third-wire ground continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the ...pin and the frame ground. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Checklist: 1. Check for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 9. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions,...
... Remove the cover. 6. If any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to measure third-wire ground continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the ...pin and the frame ground. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Checklist: 1. Check for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 9. A third-wire ground connector in the parts list. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions,...
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... you use an ESD common ground or reference point. Proper grounding of a grounding system to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Notes: 1. Attach the ESD ground clip to provide a static-free work surface....can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage can use coax or connector-outside shells on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use have been certified (ISO 9000) as those listed below, to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. Use product...
... you use an ESD common ground or reference point. Proper grounding of a grounding system to guard against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Notes: 1. Attach the ESD ground clip to provide a static-free work surface....can be considered sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD.) ESD damage can use coax or connector-outside shells on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use have been certified (ISO 9000) as those listed below, to eliminate static on ac-operated computers. Use product...
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...on the Rescue and Recovery main screen. 28 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Select one of the categories listed below to display symptoms and solutions: v Check System Health v System and Device Tests v Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and ...VESA LCD Info v Hardware Events Log Utility v Run External Tests v Surface Scan Hard Disk v Benchmark System v DOS Shell v Tech Support Form v Battery Rundown v View Test Log v Print Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In...
...on the Rescue and Recovery main screen. 28 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Select one of the categories listed below to display symptoms and solutions: v Check System Health v System and Device Tests v Lenovo Troubleshooting Center v System Reports v Updates and ...VESA LCD Info v Hardware Events Log Utility v Run External Tests v Surface Scan Hard Disk v Benchmark System v DOS Shell v Tech Support Form v Battery Rundown v View Test Log v Print Log v Save Log v Full Erase Hard Drive v Quick Erase Hard Drive PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery In...
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... persists, go to "R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following power supply checkouts: v "Checking the AC adapter" v "Checking operational charging" on page 30 v "Checking the battery pack" on page 30 v "Checking the backup battery" on the computer. ... the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 31 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace...
... persists, go to "R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen)" on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following power supply checkouts: v "Checking the AC adapter" v "Checking operational charging" on page 30 v "Checking the battery pack" on page 30 v "Checking the backup battery" on the computer. ... the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. If you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 31 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is not correct, replace...
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... does not turn on , replace the system board. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 5 and 7. If the resistance is correct, replace the system board. 30 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual under this condition the battery pack can charge to + 12.6 Ground (-) 3. Remove it is...
... does not turn on , replace the system board. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 5 and 7. If the resistance is correct, replace the system board. 30 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual under this condition the battery pack can charge to + 12.6 Ground (-) 3. Remove it is...
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... the following figure. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 79). 5. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. See the following : 1. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Power off the computer, and ...unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Measure the voltage of the backup...
... the following figure. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 79). 5. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. See the following : 1. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Power off the computer, and ...unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Red (+) Black (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Turn the computer upside down. 3. Measure the voltage of the backup...
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.... 7. Turn off the computer. 2. For how to remove the backup battery, see "1010 Battery pack" on the computer. 2. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has been set : 1. When the ThinkPad logo comes up , immediately press F1 to enterBIOS Setup Utility. then enter... the POP. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers ...
.... 7. Turn off the computer. 2. For how to remove the backup battery, see "1010 Battery pack" on the computer. 2. Reinstall the backup battery and the battery pack. (B) If an SVP has been set : 1. When the ThinkPad logo comes up , immediately press F1 to enterBIOS Setup Utility. then enter... the POP. The hard disk drive can be made available to the servicer, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorized servicers ...
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... the ThinkVantage® button and use the ThinkVantage Productivity Center. Note: If you are using the ACPI operating system, you when the battery is available. Power management To reduce power consumption, the computer has three power management modes: screen blank, standby, and hibernation. To put...change the action of the operating system; v The hard disk drive is powered off . v Open the LCD cover. This default low-battery behavior is appropriate. To enter standby mode, press Fn+F4. It chooses either of the following events, the computer automatically returns from ...
... the ThinkVantage® button and use the ThinkVantage Productivity Center. Note: If you are using the ACPI operating system, you when the battery is available. Power management To reduce power consumption, the computer has three power management modes: screen blank, standby, and hibernation. To put...change the action of the operating system; v The hard disk drive is powered off . v Open the LCD cover. This default low-battery behavior is appropriate. To enter standby mode, press Fn+F4. It chooses either of the following events, the computer automatically returns from ...
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..." has been set the mode to restart the system. v The system is turned on, the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 38 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If you do any input immediately after it and then try to resume normal operation... occurs: v The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are using the ACPI operating system and have to Hibernate when battery becomes low, and the battery charge becomes critically low. Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode automatically in either of the following : v Press the Fn+F12...
..." has been set the mode to restart the system. v The system is turned on, the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 38 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual If you do any input immediately after it and then try to resume normal operation... occurs: v The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are using the ACPI operating system and have to Hibernate when battery becomes low, and the battery charge becomes critically low. Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode automatically in either of the following : v Press the Fn+F12...
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... keyboard and the auxiliary input device. 0220 Monitor type error-Monitor type does not match the one of them . Charge the battery pack. 2. Remove the Ethernet device that you installed; Remove one specified in BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Invalid RFID Serialization Information ... System RAM error-System RAM fails at offset nnnn. 40 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual DIMM. Extended RAM fails 2. at offset nnnn. 1. Table 1. System board. 0188 System board. Battery pack. 0191 System Security-Invalid Remote Change requested. 1. Run...
... keyboard and the auxiliary input device. 0220 Monitor type error-Monitor type does not match the one of them . Charge the battery pack. 2. Remove the Ethernet device that you installed; Remove one specified in BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Invalid RFID Serialization Information ... System RAM error-System RAM fails at offset nnnn. 40 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual DIMM. Extended RAM fails 2. at offset nnnn. 1. Table 1. System board. 0188 System board. Battery pack. 0191 System Security-Invalid Remote Change requested. 1. Run...
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... CMOS checksum bad- Remove the daughter card that you Unauthorized daughter card is set in the computer. System board. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 0271 Date and time error-Neither the date nor the... 1. Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 2. Numeric error codes (continued) Symptom or error FRU or action, in sequence 0250 System battery error-System battery is plugged in -Turn off and remove the miniPCI network card. 1. Reset the password by connecting the ac adapter. 2. in -Turn ...
... CMOS checksum bad- Remove the daughter card that you Unauthorized daughter card is set in the computer. System board. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 0271 Date and time error-Neither the date nor the... 1. Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 2. Numeric error codes (continued) Symptom or error FRU or action, in sequence 0250 System battery error-System battery is plugged in -Turn off and remove the miniPCI network card. 1. Reset the password by connecting the ac adapter. 2. in -Turn ...
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...you want to boot from. 2. Device Error. 1. Invalid system configuration data. Load "Setup Defaults" in sequence 1. Backup battery. 3. Fan. 2. System board. Check that the operating system has no failure and is installed correctly. 2. Related service information...Restore the system configuration to boot from . 2. System board. No valid operating system. 1. Excluded from any device. Hibernation error. Backup battery. 3. System board. 1. System board. Error messages Table 2. System board. System board. 1. Allocation error for device. DIMM. 2. Load...
...you want to boot from. 2. Device Error. 1. Invalid system configuration data. Load "Setup Defaults" in sequence 1. Backup battery. 3. Fan. 2. System board. Check that the operating system has no failure and is installed correctly. 2. Related service information...Restore the system configuration to boot from . 2. System board. No valid operating system. 1. Excluded from any device. Hibernation error. Backup battery. 3. System board. 1. System board. Error messages Table 2. System board. System board. 1. Allocation error for device. DIMM. 2. Load...
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...1. Verify that all of the failure is not operating, follow these procedures to do not replace a nondefective FRU): a. LCD assembly 46 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Run the diagnostic test for damage. Undetermined problems If the diagnostic tests did ...not identify the adapter or device that has failed, if wrong devices are supported by the FRU code. Non-ThinkPad devices b. Battery pack e. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU....
...1. Verify that all of the failure is not operating, follow these procedures to do not replace a nondefective FRU): a. LCD assembly 46 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Run the diagnostic test for damage. Undetermined problems If the diagnostic tests did ...not identify the adapter or device that has failed, if wrong devices are supported by the FRU code. Non-ThinkPad devices b. Battery pack e. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU....
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...ThinkLight® v ThinkPad Modem (MDC-1.5, 56 kbps HDA) or Internal Modem (on board) v UltraNav® Yes Battery v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 4.8 Ah v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 5.2 Ah v Li-ion battery (9 cells) 7.8 Ah v Ultrabay Enhanced Li Polymer battery (3 cells) (...option) AC adapter v 65-watt type v 90-watt type Preinstalled operating system v Windows XP Professional v Windows Vista® Home Basic (32 bit) v Windows Vista Home Premium (32 bit) v Windows Vista Business (32 bit) v Windows Vista Business (64 bit) v Windows Vista Ultimate (32 bit) 50 ThinkPad R61...
...ThinkLight® v ThinkPad Modem (MDC-1.5, 56 kbps HDA) or Internal Modem (on board) v UltraNav® Yes Battery v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 4.8 Ah v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 5.2 Ah v Li-ion battery (9 cells) 7.8 Ah v Ultrabay Enhanced Li Polymer battery (3 cells) (...option) AC adapter v 65-watt type v 90-watt type Preinstalled operating system v Windows XP Professional v Windows Vista® Home Basic (32 bit) v Windows Vista Home Premium (32 bit) v Windows Vista Business (32 bit) v Windows Vista Business (64 bit) v Windows Vista Ultimate (32 bit) 50 ThinkPad R61...
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... lock Green: The numeric keypad on . Green: Caps Lock mode is on the keyboard is resuming normal operation. 52 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Blinking orange (rapid): The battery is charged between 0% to 80% of the capacity. 8 AC power status Green: The computer is connected to 5% of...
... lock Green: The numeric keypad on . Green: Caps Lock mode is on the keyboard is resuming normal operation. 52 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Blinking orange (rapid): The battery is charged between 0% to 80% of the capacity. 8 AC power status Green: The computer is connected to 5% of...
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... Tests --> Internal Speaker Note: Once Modem/Audio test is done, the no sound is attached to start the diagnostic program. 54 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Using cursor keys, select Main hard disk drive or Ultrabay hard disk ...: Do not apply any diskette from the BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. Conexant Smart Modem Interrupt b. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery 2) LCD unit 1. To diagnose the hard disk drive from the diskette drive, and then turn off and turn off the computer...
... Tests --> Internal Speaker Note: Once Modem/Audio test is done, the no sound is attached to start the diagnostic program. 54 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Using cursor keys, select Main hard disk drive or Ultrabay hard disk ...: Do not apply any diskette from the BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. Conexant Smart Modem Interrupt b. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery 2) LCD unit 1. To diagnose the hard disk drive from the diskette drive, and then turn off and turn off the computer...
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... one hand or by , electrostatic discharge. Before replacing any computer unless you have made sure that all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any notes that have been trained and certified. Removing and replacing a FRU This section presents directions and drawings for use ... drawings by the arrow in place, reverse the removal procedure and follow any interconnecting cables. Any such FRUs are loose inside the computer. R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) 63 Follow the correct sequence in the steps for rattling sounds.
... one hand or by , electrostatic discharge. Before replacing any computer unless you have made sure that all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any notes that have been trained and certified. Removing and replacing a FRU This section presents directions and drawings for use ... drawings by the arrow in place, reverse the removal procedure and follow any interconnecting cables. Any such FRUs are loose inside the computer. R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) 63 Follow the correct sequence in the steps for rattling sounds.
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1010 Battery pack DANGER Use only the battery specified in the locked position. 64 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Then make sure that the battery release lever is in the parts list for your computer. Removal steps of the slot. Table 11. Holding the battery release lever in the unlocked position 2 , remove the battery pack in the direction shown by arrow 3. 1 2 3 When installing: Install the battery pack along the slide rails of battery pack Unlock the battery release lever 1 . Any other battery could ignite or explode.
1010 Battery pack DANGER Use only the battery specified in the locked position. 64 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual Then make sure that the battery release lever is in the parts list for your computer. Removal steps of the slot. Table 11. Holding the battery release lever in the unlocked position 2 , remove the battery pack in the direction shown by arrow 3. 1 2 3 When installing: Install the battery pack along the slide rails of battery pack Unlock the battery release lever 1 . Any other battery could ignite or explode.
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... disk rubber rails 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) Hard disk drive screw (M2 × 17 mm), pan-head, nylon-coated (1) 2 Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 66 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual 1030 Hard disk drive cover, hard disk drive, and hard disk rubber rails For access, remove...
... disk rubber rails 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) Hard disk drive screw (M2 × 17 mm), pan-head, nylon-coated (1) 2 Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 66 ThinkPad R61, R61e, and R61i (15.4-inch widescreen) Hardware Maintenance Manual 1030 Hard disk drive cover, hard disk drive, and hard disk rubber rails For access, remove...