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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... 39 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 ThinkPad X300 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 49 FRU tests 51 Fn key combinations 53 FRU ...
.... . 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... 39 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 ThinkPad X300 47 Specifications 47 Status indicators 49 FRU tests 51 Fn key combinations 53 FRU ...
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... on the hard disk to diagnose failures. If you are instructed to run a low-level format before doing this task. v If an adapter or a device consists of the FRUs may cause a system malfunction. This will cause all customer data on the screen to be overwritten. ...If more than one FRU, any excessive force to those settings remain in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Running Automatic Configuration may also cause false error codes. Attention: When handling a system board: v Do not drop a system...
... on the hard disk to diagnose failures. If you are instructed to run a low-level format before doing this task. v If an adapter or a device consists of the FRUs may cause a system malfunction. This will cause all customer data on the screen to be overwritten. ...If more than one FRU, any excessive force to those settings remain in the Symptom-to-FRU Index for the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Running Automatic Configuration may also cause false error codes. Attention: When handling a system board: v Do not drop a system...
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... misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette ...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 symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that are not covered ...
... misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by referring to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Failing FRU name and part number __ 8. Before checking problems with multiple labels v Damaged or bent diskette ...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 symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that are not covered ...
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... and reset them if they are as follows: Diagnostics Interactive Tests v Run Normal Test v Run Quick Test v CPU/Coprocessor v Systemboard v Video Adapter v Serial Ports v Fixed Disks v Diskette Drives v Other Devices v ThinkPad Devices v Communication v Wireless LAN v Memory Test - Run the applicable function test. 5. All Rights Reserved. Quick v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette...
... and reset them if they are as follows: Diagnostics Interactive Tests v Run Normal Test v Run Quick Test v CPU/Coprocessor v Systemboard v Video Adapter v Serial Ports v Fixed Disks v Diskette Drives v Other Devices v ThinkPad Devices v Communication v Wireless LAN v Memory Test - Run the applicable function test. 5. All Rights Reserved. Quick v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette...
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... the power-on indicator does not turn on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad X300" on the computer. 5. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Check that power is supplied when you suspect ...a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 31 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Measure the output...
... the power-on indicator does not turn on page 30 To check the AC adapter, do the following: 1. v If the problem persists, go to "ThinkPad X300" on the computer. 5. Note: Noise from the computer. 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Check that power is supplied when you suspect ...a power problem, see the appropriate one you turn on page 31 Checking the AC adapter You are servicing. 3. Measure the output...
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... (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Measure the voltage of the backup battery.
... (-) Wire Red Black Voltage (V dc) +2.5 to +3.2 Ground v If the voltage is not correct, replace the backup battery. Power off the computer, and unplug the ac adapter from it. 2. Measure the voltage of the backup battery.
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... EEPROM checksum is failed. Run BIOS Setup Utility, and then save the current setting by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 0199 System Security- or press Esc to reset the time and date. 40 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Table 1. Press to EEPROM is not correct...
... EEPROM checksum is failed. Run BIOS Setup Utility, and then save the current setting by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 0199 System Security- or press Esc to reset the time and date. 40 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Load Setup Defaults in BIOS Setup Utility. 3. Table 1. Press to EEPROM is not correct...
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...network card is plugged in -Power off and remove the WAN card. 1. Related service information 41 Reset the password by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 0270 Real-time clock error. 1. Run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. System board.... used . 1. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. CPU. 2. System board. 1803 1. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 02F6 Software NMI failed 1. DIMM. 2. System board. Replace the backup...
...network card is plugged in -Power off and remove the WAN card. 1. Related service information 41 Reset the password by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 0270 Real-time clock error. 1. Run BIOS Setup Utility to reset the time and date. 3. System board.... used . 1. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. CPU. 2. System board. 1803 1. Charge the backup battery for more than 8 hours by connecting the ac adapter. 2. System board. 02F6 Software NMI failed 1. DIMM. 2. System board. Replace the backup...
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...board in the internal drive i. Non-ThinkPad devices b. Hard disk drive f. DIMM h. PC Cards 4. Turn on page 29.) 1. If the problem remains, replace the following : 1. System board b. Undetermined problems If the diagnostic tests did not identify the adapter or device that has failed, if ...of causes that the power supply being used at a time (do not replace a nondefective FRU): a. Battery pack e. LCD assembly 46 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU replacement should be due to the docking station or the port replicator c. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do with a...
...board in the internal drive i. Non-ThinkPad devices b. Hard disk drive f. DIMM h. PC Cards 4. Turn on page 29.) 1. If the problem remains, replace the following : 1. System board b. Undetermined problems If the diagnostic tests did not identify the adapter or device that has failed, if ...of causes that the power supply being used at a time (do not replace a nondefective FRU): a. Battery pack e. LCD assembly 46 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual FRU replacement should be due to the docking station or the port replicator c. When analyzing an intermittent problem, do with a...
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...Link 4965AGN v Sierra Wireless EV-DO Wireless WAN Mini PCI Express Adapter v Sierra Wireless MC8755 PCI Express MiniCard v Wireless USB PCI Express Half-Mini Card Bluetooth wireless Touch pad ThinkLight® v ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate (BDC-2) v UltraNav® Yes Battery...) 2.44 Ah v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 4.0 Ah v Li-Polymer second battery (3 cells) 2.12 Ah AC adapter v 65-watt type Preinstalled operating system v Windows XP Professional v Windows Vista® Business (32 bit) v Windows Vista Ultimate (32 bit) 48 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Table 7.
...Link 4965AGN v Sierra Wireless EV-DO Wireless WAN Mini PCI Express Adapter v Sierra Wireless MC8755 PCI Express MiniCard v Wireless USB PCI Express Half-Mini Card Bluetooth wireless Touch pad ThinkLight® v ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate (BDC-2) v UltraNav® Yes Battery...) 2.44 Ah v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 4.0 Ah v Li-Polymer second battery (3 cells) 2.12 Ah AC adapter v 65-watt type Preinstalled operating system v Windows XP Professional v Windows Vista® Business (32 bit) v Windows Vista Ultimate (32 bit) 48 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Table 7.
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... Interactive Tests --> Optical Drive Test 1. If the test does not detect the error, run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> HDD Active Protection Test. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2) LCD unit 1. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid state drive... test again. 3. Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program. Diagnostics --> Diskette Drives 2. Interactive Tests --> Diskette 1. ThinkPad X300 51 Remove any physical shock to Compatibility, and run this case, turn off and turn off the computer. 2. Press Enter...
... Interactive Tests --> Optical Drive Test 1. If the test does not detect the error, run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> HDD Active Protection Test. Power Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> AC Adapter, Battery 1 (Battery2) LCD unit 1. Interactive Tests --> Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid state drive... test again. 3. Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program. Diagnostics --> Diskette Drives 2. Interactive Tests --> Diskette 1. ThinkPad X300 51 Remove any physical shock to Compatibility, and run this case, turn off and turn off the computer. 2. Press Enter...
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1060 Wireless USB adapter For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 Table 16. Removal steps of wireless USB adapter Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 70 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
1060 Wireless USB adapter For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 Table 16. Removal steps of wireless USB adapter Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 70 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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Table 16. Removal steps of wireless USB adapter (continued) In step 3 , unplug the jacks by using the removal tool antenna RF connector (P/N: 08K7159) or pick the connectors with your fingers and gently unplug them in direction of the arrow. 4 4 3 Step Screw (quantity) M2 × 3 mm, small-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Silver Torque 0.189 Nm (1.85 kgfcm) 5 ThinkPad X300 71
Table 16. Removal steps of wireless USB adapter (continued) In step 3 , unplug the jacks by using the removal tool antenna RF connector (P/N: 08K7159) or pick the connectors with your fingers and gently unplug them in direction of the arrow. 4 4 3 Step Screw (quantity) M2 × 3 mm, small-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Silver Torque 0.189 Nm (1.85 kgfcm) 5 ThinkPad X300 71
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1120 Keyboard bezel For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 79 Table 23. Removal steps of keyboard bezel 1 1 1 1 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (5) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) ThinkPad X300 83
1120 Keyboard bezel For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 79 Table 23. Removal steps of keyboard bezel 1 1 1 1 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (5) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) ThinkPad X300 83
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... bezel" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for the audio sub card. 1 2 4 3 When installing: Make sure that the connectors are attached firmly. 86 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1130 Audio FPC and audio sub card For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical... drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 83 Table 24.
... bezel" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for the audio sub card. 1 2 4 3 When installing: Make sure that the connectors are attached firmly. 86 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1130 Audio FPC and audio sub card For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical... drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 83 Table 24.
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... Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest... 83 v "1130 Audio FPC and audio sub card" on page 86 Table 25. 1140 Speaker assembly For access, remove these FRUs in this figure. 88 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
... Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest... 83 v "1130 Audio FPC and audio sub card" on page 86 Table 25. 1140 Speaker assembly For access, remove these FRUs in this figure. 88 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...-coated (2) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 2 2 Step 2 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) ThinkPad X300 89 1150 LCD assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel... cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or...
...-coated (2) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 2 2 Step 2 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) ThinkPad X300 89 1150 LCD assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 61 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel... cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or...
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... Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest... (quantity) M2 × 3 mm, small-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Silver Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that the connectors are attached firmly. 92 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
... Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest... (quantity) M2 × 3 mm, small-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Silver Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that the connectors are attached firmly. 92 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...system board has an accelerometer, which can subject the accelerometer to as much as metal, wood, or composite. Place the computer on page 89 94 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Attention:: Do not apply physical shock to the computer while the test is not functioning, be sure to put it only on...a hard surface, such as 6,000 G's of as little as 6 inches so that it , using PC-Doctor for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 79 v "1120 Keyboard bezel" on page...
...system board has an accelerometer, which can subject the accelerometer to as much as metal, wood, or composite. Place the computer on page 89 94 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Attention:: Do not apply physical shock to the computer while the test is not functioning, be sure to put it only on...a hard surface, such as 6,000 G's of as little as 6 inches so that it , using PC-Doctor for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 79 v "1120 Keyboard bezel" on page...
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... Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest... very sensitive. v DO NOT touch or apply any kind of your hands. Improper handling of the LCD panel can cause damage to the LCD panel. a b a ThinkPad X300 101 v When you lift the LCD panel, always hold the top and bottom edges of pressure to the S-driver ( a ) and the print circuit board...
... Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 62 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 67 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter" on page 70 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 72 v "1090 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN" on page 77 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest... very sensitive. v DO NOT touch or apply any kind of your hands. Improper handling of the LCD panel can cause damage to the LCD panel. a b a ThinkPad X300 101 v When you lift the LCD panel, always hold the top and bottom edges of pressure to the S-driver ( a ) and the print circuit board...