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...45 Diagnostics using PC-Doctor for DOS . . . . 45 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox 48 PC-Doctor for Windows 48 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 49 FRU tests 50 Power system checkout 52 Checking the AC adapter 52 Checking operational charging 53 Checking the battery pack 53 Checking the...card (MDC-3.0) . . . . . 94 1080 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX 96 1090 Intel Turbo Memory Minicard or Wireless USB adapter 98 1100 Backup battery 100 1110 SIM card slot 101 1120 Keyboard bezel 102 1130 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN . . 104 1140 ...
...45 Diagnostics using PC-Doctor for DOS . . . . 45 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System Toolbox 48 PC-Doctor for Windows 48 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 49 FRU tests 50 Power system checkout 52 Checking the AC adapter 52 Checking operational charging 53 Checking the battery pack 53 Checking the...card (MDC-3.0) . . . . . 94 1080 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX 96 1090 Intel Turbo Memory Minicard or Wireless USB adapter 98 1100 Backup battery 100 1110 SIM card slot 101 1120 Keyboard bezel 102 1130 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN . . 104 1140 ...
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... . 256 . 258 . 259 Notices 261 Trademarks 262 iv ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Windows 7 Professional (32 bit) DVDs . . . Locations 141 Front view 141 Rear view 142 Bottom view 142 Parts list 143 Overall 144 LCD FRUs 219 Keyboard 237 Miscellaneous parts 239 AC adapters 241 Power cords 242 Recovery discs 243 Windows...
... . 256 . 258 . 259 Notices 261 Trademarks 262 iv ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Windows 7 Professional (32 bit) DVDs . . . Locations 141 Front view 141 Rear view 142 Bottom view 142 Parts list 143 Overall 144 LCD FRUs 219 Keyboard 237 Miscellaneous parts 239 AC adapters 241 Power cords 242 Recovery discs 243 Windows...
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...damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that the system was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Procedure index and page number in which the machine failed __ 4. Date of service technician __ 2. Date of... v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products The following are not covered under the warranty by referring to it may be a symptom of a hard disk drive becomes noisy...
...damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that the system was subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Procedure index and page number in which the machine failed __ 4. Date of service technician __ 2. Date of... v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products The following are not covered under the warranty by referring to it may be a symptom of a hard disk drive becomes noisy...
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...ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2) LCD unit 1. Conexant Smart Modem Interrupt b. Turn on a horizontal surface, and run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> HDD Active Protection Test. To diagnose the hard disk drive from the diskette drive, and then turn off and turn on the computer. 3. Press enter. 5. Press Enter to the ThinkPad...or Ultrabay hard disk drive. 6. Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. Diagnostics --> CPU/Coprocessor 2. Interactive Tests --> Diskette 50 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Then, run Diagnostics --> Fixed Disks...
...ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2) LCD unit 1. Conexant Smart Modem Interrupt b. Turn on a horizontal surface, and run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> HDD Active Protection Test. To diagnose the hard disk drive from the diskette drive, and then turn off and turn on the computer. 3. Press enter. 5. Press Enter to the ThinkPad...or Ultrabay hard disk drive. 6. Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. Diagnostics --> CPU/Coprocessor 2. Interactive Tests --> Diskette 50 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Then, run Diagnostics --> Fixed Disks...
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...turn on the computer. Check that the battery pack supplies power when you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is used . Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on the computer. 5. See...you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 50. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Note: Noise from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 52 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking ...
...turn on the computer. Check that the battery pack supplies power when you are here because the computer fails only when the AC adapter is used . Disconnect the ac adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. v If the power-on indicator does not turn on the computer. 5. See...you suspect a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 50. Connect the ac adapter. 4. Note: Noise from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. 52 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual v If the computer does not charge during operation, go to "Checking ...
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... page 100). 5. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 54 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Turn the computer upside down. 3. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. v If...
... page 100). 5. Checking the backup battery Do the following figure. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. v If the backup battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. 54 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Turn the computer upside down. 3. Measure the voltage of the backup battery. v If...
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...failed 1. Table 2. Run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. Default configuration used . 1. System board. 64 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Replace the backup battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 0280 Previous boot incomplete- Load...-Turn off and remove the miniPCI network card. 1. DIMM. 3. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. Replace the backup battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 0252 Password checksum bad-The password is ...
...failed 1. Table 2. Run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. Default configuration used . 1. System board. 64 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Replace the backup battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 0280 Previous boot incomplete- Load...-Turn off and remove the miniPCI network card. 1. DIMM. 3. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. Replace the backup battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 0252 Password checksum bad-The password is ...
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... listed and described as options. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 143 ThinkPad Notebooks contain the following lists of the service parts. v "Overall" on page 144 v "LCD FRUs" on page 219 v "Keyboard" on page 237 v "Miscellaneous parts" on page 239 v "AC adapters" on page 241 v "Power cords" on page...card, a keyboard, and a palm rest with OP are available as xxU (where U is available for all of these types of CRUs include an AC adapter, a power cord, a battery, and a hard disk drive. Parts list This chapter contains following types of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug ...
... listed and described as options. © Copyright Lenovo 2008, 2009 143 ThinkPad Notebooks contain the following lists of the service parts. v "Overall" on page 144 v "LCD FRUs" on page 219 v "Keyboard" on page 237 v "Miscellaneous parts" on page 239 v "AC adapters" on page 241 v "Power cords" on page...card, a keyboard, and a palm rest with OP are available as xxU (where U is available for all of these types of CRUs include an AC adapter, a power cord, a battery, and a hard disk drive. Parts list This chapter contains following types of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug ...
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Table 40. Parts list-Overall (continued) No. FRU 26 Keyboard (see "AC adapters" on page 237.) 27 TrackPoint stick caps - AC adapter (see "Keyboard" on page 241.) FRU no. 91P9642 91P8835 91P6915 CRU ID * N * 218 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Telephone cable, RoHS - Thermal grease -
Table 40. Parts list-Overall (continued) No. FRU 26 Keyboard (see "AC adapters" on page 237.) 27 TrackPoint stick caps - AC adapter (see "Keyboard" on page 241.) FRU no. 91P9642 91P8835 91P6915 CRU ID * N * 218 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Telephone cable, RoHS - Thermal grease -
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..., xxB, xxC, xxG, xxH, xxK, xxM, xxT, xxV) 42T4433 3-pin (90 W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxA, xxB, xxC, xxG, xxH, xxK, xxM, xxT, xxV) 45N0068 CRU ID * CRU ID * Parts list 241 Parts list-2-pin AC adapters FRU 2-pin (65 W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxE, xxF, xxJ, xxL, xxP, xxS, xxY, xxU) 2-pin (65... W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxE, xxF, xxJ, xxL, xxP, xxS, xxY, xxU) 2-pin (65 W, 20...
..., xxB, xxC, xxG, xxH, xxK, xxM, xxT, xxV) 42T4433 3-pin (90 W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxA, xxB, xxC, xxG, xxH, xxK, xxM, xxT, xxV) 45N0068 CRU ID * CRU ID * Parts list 241 Parts list-2-pin AC adapters FRU 2-pin (65 W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxE, xxF, xxJ, xxL, xxP, xxS, xxY, xxU) 2-pin (65... W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxE, xxF, xxJ, xxL, xxP, xxS, xxY, xxU) 2-pin (65 W, 20...
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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 31 Related service information 33 Restoring the factory contents by using...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 ...
... . . 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 31 Related service information 33 Restoring the factory contents by using...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 ...
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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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...Procedure index and page number in the parts exchange form or parts return form that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Before checking problems with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of some common items that are not covered under... of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products The following information in which the machine failed __ 4.
...Procedure index and page number in the parts exchange form or parts return form that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Before checking problems with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of some common items that are not covered under... of a nonsupported device v Forgotten computer password (making the computer unusable) v Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard v Use of an incorrect ac adapter on laptop products The following information in which the machine failed __ 4.
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... does not turn on page 47. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. If the voltage is used . Note: Noise from the computer. 2. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is acceptable, do the following:... when you turn on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. See the following figure: 3 2 1 (20V) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +20 2 0 3 Ground Note: Output voltage of pin no.2 of the AC adapter cable. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T500 and W500" on the computer. 5.
... does not turn on page 47. Unplug the AC adapter cable from the AC adapter does not always indicate a defect. If the voltage is used . Note: Noise from the computer. 2. v If the power problem occurs only when the ThinkPad Essential Port Replicator is acceptable, do the following:... when you turn on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. See the following figure: 3 2 1 (20V) Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +20 2 0 3 Ground Note: Output voltage of pin no.2 of the AC adapter cable. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad T500 and W500" on the computer. 5.
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... following : 1. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Turn the computer upside down. 3. General checkout 31 Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1100 Backup battery" on page 63). 4. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 79). 5. v If...
... following : 1. v If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. Turn the computer upside down. 3. General checkout 31 Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Remove the battery pack (see "1100 Backup battery" on page 63). 4. Remove the backup battery (see "1010 Battery pack" on page 79). 5. v If...
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... time and date. 0251 System CMOS checksum bad- Default configuration used . 1. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. Replace the backup battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. Load "Setup Default" in BIOS Setup Utility.... battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 1803 1. Related service information 41 System board. 0270 Real-time clock error. 1. Replace the backup battery. 3. in ...
... time and date. 0251 System CMOS checksum bad- Default configuration used . 1. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. Replace the backup battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. Load "Setup Default" in BIOS Setup Utility.... battery and run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 1803 1. Related service information 41 System board. 0270 Real-time clock error. 1. Replace the backup battery. 3. in ...
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... (BDC-2.1) Modem Touch pad ThinkLight® v ThinkPad Modem (MDC-3.0, 56 kbps HDA) v UltraNav® Yes Battery v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 2.6 Ah v Li-ion battery (9 cells) 2.6 Ah v Ultrabay Slim 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) ThinkPad T500 and W500...
... (BDC-2.1) Modem Touch pad ThinkLight® v ThinkPad Modem (MDC-3.0, 56 kbps HDA) v UltraNav® Yes Battery v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 2.6 Ah v Li-ion battery (9 cells) 2.6 Ah v Ultrabay Slim 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) ThinkPad T500 and W500...
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... change Serial ATA (SATA) setting to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 4. Insert a PCI-Express/USB Wrap card into the ExpressCard slot. 2. ThinkPad T500 and W500 53 Diagnostics --> Systemboard 3. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2) LCD unit 1. PC Card slot Diagnostics --> Systemboard --> PCMCIA ExpressCard slot Keyboard 1. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive Enter the...
... change Serial ATA (SATA) setting to enter the BIOS Setup Utility. 4. Insert a PCI-Express/USB Wrap card into the ExpressCard slot. 2. ThinkPad T500 and W500 53 Diagnostics --> Systemboard 3. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2) LCD unit 1. PC Card slot Diagnostics --> Systemboard --> PCMCIA ExpressCard slot Keyboard 1. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive Enter the...
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...the access panel is removed, the specific CRU is a Self-service CRU; v FRUs marked with finger print reader and touchpad. ThinkPad T500 and W500 121 Examples of these models, unless specific country or region designator is an example of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug or...access panel that the part is typically secured by no more than two screws. An N in the CRU ID column. ThinkPad computers contain the following lists of CRUs include an AC adapter, a power cord, a battery, and a hard disk drive. v FRU with specific models listed and described as 3Dx...
...the access panel is removed, the specific CRU is a Self-service CRU; v FRUs marked with finger print reader and touchpad. ThinkPad T500 and W500 121 Examples of these models, unless specific country or region designator is an example of CRUs: Self-service CRUs These CRUs unplug or...access panel that the part is typically secured by no more than two screws. An N in the CRU ID column. ThinkPad computers contain the following lists of CRUs include an AC adapter, a power cord, a battery, and a hard disk drive. v FRU with specific models listed and described as 3Dx...
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Telephone cable, RoHS - Table 42. AC adapter (see "AC adapters" on page 191.) FRU no. 91P6915 RoHS CRU ID ID R * 172 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Parts list-Overall (continued) No. FRU -
Telephone cable, RoHS - Table 42. AC adapter (see "AC adapters" on page 191.) FRU no. 91P6915 RoHS CRU ID ID R * 172 ThinkPad T500 and W500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Parts list-Overall (continued) No. FRU -