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... and GAV products 41 General checkout 43 What to do first 44 Checkout guide 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...ECA information . . . 79 Removing and replacing a FRU . . . . 81 Before servicing ThinkPad X301 82 1010 Battery pack 83 1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover 84 1030 Solid state drive (SSD) or hard disk drive (HDD 85 1040 DIMM 87 1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN . . . 89 1060...
... and GAV products 41 General checkout 43 What to do first 44 Checkout guide 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...ECA information . . . 79 Removing and replacing a FRU . . . . 81 Before servicing ThinkPad X301 82 1010 Battery pack 83 1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover 84 1030 Solid state drive (SSD) or hard disk drive (HDD 85 1040 DIMM 87 1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN . . . 89 1060...
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...Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that the system was subjected to stress beyond normal use of an optical drive v Diskette drive damage caused by pressure on the diskette drive cover, foreign material in the drive, or the insertion of a diskette with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of some ... might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Name and phone number of a hard disk drive becomes noisy, it : __ 1.
...Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that the system was subjected to stress beyond normal use of an optical drive v Diskette drive damage caused by pressure on the diskette drive cover, foreign material in the drive, or the insertion of a diskette with the computer, determine whether the damage is a list of some ... might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 44 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Name and phone number of a hard disk drive becomes noisy, it : __ 1.
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... 2.0 Copyright 2002 PC-Doctor, Inc. It supports only the internal optical drive of the ThinkPad Notebook. If an error code appears, go to "Power system checkout" on page 62. 4. Insert the PC-Doctor CD into the internal optical drive. 6. Some unsupported device names may appear in menus. A pull-... the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. To run the test, do as a startup device is attached to select. 46 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual If the computer cannot be powered on the screen. ...
... 2.0 Copyright 2002 PC-Doctor, Inc. It supports only the internal optical drive of the ThinkPad Notebook. If an error code appears, go to "Power system checkout" on page 62. 4. Insert the PC-Doctor CD into the internal optical drive. 6. Some unsupported device names may appear in menus. A pull-... the computer Note: The PC-Doctor diagnostic CD does not support any optical drives connected through USB devices or any others. To run the test, do as a startup device is attached to select. 46 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual If the computer cannot be powered on the screen. ...
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... 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 Advanced Memory Tests v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette v System Load v Optical Drive Test v Intel WLAN Radio Test Notes: v In the Keyboard test in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should...
... 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 Advanced Memory Tests v Keyboard v Video v Internal Speaker v Mouse v Diskette v System Load v Optical Drive Test v Intel WLAN Radio Test Notes: v In the Keyboard test in Interactive Tests, the Fn key should...
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... system. Run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> Fan. 50 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. Diagnostics --> Systemboard --> Keyboard 2. Using cursor keys, select Main hard disk drive or Ultrabay hard disk drive. 6. Interactive Tests --> Diskette 1. FRU tests FRU System board Power LCD unit Audio Speaker Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid state drive Diskette drive Optical drive Memory Fan Applicable test...
... system. Run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> Fan. 50 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Diagnostics --> Video Adapter 2. Diagnostics --> Systemboard --> Keyboard 2. Using cursor keys, select Main hard disk drive or Ultrabay hard disk drive. 6. Interactive Tests --> Diskette 1. FRU tests FRU System board Power LCD unit Audio Speaker Keyboard Hard disk drive or solid state drive Diskette drive Optical drive Memory Fan Applicable test...
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Verify that has failed, if wrong devices are supported by the FRU code. External diskette drive or optical drive f. Turn on page 52.) 1. FRU replacement should be due to a variety of the failure is detected, do not replace any FRUs. 3. If any damaged FRU...of the following : 1. Run the diagnostic test for damage. If no error is operating correctly. (See "Power system checkout" on the computer. 5. Non-ThinkPad devices b. PC Cards 4. Verify that have no more errors exist. If the problem remains, replace the following FRUs one at least 10 times. 2.
Verify that has failed, if wrong devices are supported by the FRU code. External diskette drive or optical drive f. Turn on page 52.) 1. FRU replacement should be due to a variety of the failure is detected, do not replace any FRUs. 3. If any damaged FRU...of the following : 1. Run the diagnostic test for damage. If no error is operating correctly. (See "Power system checkout" on the computer. 5. Non-ThinkPad devices b. PC Cards 4. Verify that have no more errors exist. If the problem remains, replace the following FRUs one at least 10 times. 2.
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Removal steps of optical drive or second battery or travel cover Note: For models with the travel cover For access, remove this FRU: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 Table 10. 1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover, skip step 1 . 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (1) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 2 3 84 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Removal steps of optical drive or second battery or travel cover Note: For models with the travel cover For access, remove this FRU: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 Table 10. 1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover, skip step 1 . 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (1) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 2 3 84 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...84 Attention: v Do not drop the drive or apply any physical shock to physical shock. The drive is in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on it . 1030 Solid state drive (SSD) or hard disk drive (HDD) For access, remove these ...FRUs in suspend mode. Table 11. v Before removing the drive, have the user make a backup copy of SSD or HDD 1...
...84 Attention: v Do not drop the drive or apply any physical shock to physical shock. The drive is in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on it . 1030 Solid state drive (SSD) or hard disk drive (HDD) For access, remove these ...FRUs in suspend mode. Table 11. v Before removing the drive, have the user make a backup copy of SSD or HDD 1...
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1040 DIMM For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 Table 12. Removal steps of DIMM Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 Removing and replacing a FRU 87
1040 DIMM For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 Table 12. Removal steps of DIMM Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 Removing and replacing a FRU 87
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1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 Removing and replacing a FRU 89 Removal steps of PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 Table 13.
1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 Removing and replacing a FRU 89 Removal steps of PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 Table 13.
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1060 Wireless USB adapter or Intel Turbo Memory Minicard For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 Table 14. Removal steps of wireless USB adapter or Intel Turbo Memory Minicard Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 92 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
1060 Wireless USB adapter or Intel Turbo Memory Minicard For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 Table 14. Removal steps of wireless USB adapter or Intel Turbo Memory Minicard Note: Loosen the screws 1 , but do not remove them. 1 2 92 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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1070 Keyboard For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on the computer you are servicing, you removed the travel cover. 1a 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-...
1070 Keyboard For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on the computer you are servicing, you removed the travel cover. 1a 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-...
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Any other battery could ignite or explode. Removal steps of backup battery 1 2 When installing: Make sure that the battery connector is attached firmly. Removing and replacing a FRU 99 1080 Backup battery DANGER Use only the battery specified in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 Table 17. For access, remove these FRUs in the parts list for your computer.
Any other battery could ignite or explode. Removal steps of backup battery 1 2 When installing: Make sure that the battery connector is attached firmly. Removing and replacing a FRU 99 1080 Backup battery DANGER Use only the battery specified in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 Table 17. For access, remove these FRUs in the parts list for your computer.
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... tool antenna RF connector (P/N: 08K7159) or pick the connectors with your fingers and gently unplug them in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 Table 18. Removal steps of PCI Express Mini Card for wireless..., remove these FRUs in direction of the arrow. 2 2 1 Step 2 Screw (quantity) M2 × 3 mm, small-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Silver Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 100 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
... tool antenna RF connector (P/N: 08K7159) or pick the connectors with your fingers and gently unplug them in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 Table 18. Removal steps of PCI Express Mini Card for wireless..., remove these FRUs in direction of the arrow. 2 2 1 Step 2 Screw (quantity) M2 × 3 mm, small-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Silver Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 100 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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..., you can replace it by the procedures given in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1030 Solid state drive (SSD) or hard disk drive (HDD)" on page 85 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 Note: In models with or without a fingerprint reader...; 4 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 4 M2, shoulder, nylon-coated (2) Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 102 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
..., you can replace it by the procedures given in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1030 Solid state drive (SSD) or hard disk drive (HDD)" on page 85 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 Note: In models with or without a fingerprint reader...; 4 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 4 M2, shoulder, nylon-coated (2) Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) 102 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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Removal steps of BDC-2 1 2 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (1) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that connector is attached firmly. 104 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1110 Bluetooth daughter card (BDC-2) For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 102 Table 20.
Removal steps of BDC-2 1 2 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 6 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (1) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that connector is attached firmly. 104 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual 1110 Bluetooth daughter card (BDC-2) For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1070 Keyboard" on page 95 v "1100 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader" on page 102 Table 20.
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1120 Keyboard bezel For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 89 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter or ...
1120 Keyboard bezel For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 89 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter or ...
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1130 Audio FPC and audio sub card For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 89 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter or ... Keyboard" on page 95 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. 108 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Removal steps of audio FPC and audio sub card Note: Step from 1 to 4 are for the audio FPC, and step 5 to 7 are...
1130 Audio FPC and audio sub card For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 89 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter or ... Keyboard" on page 95 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. 108 ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Removal steps of audio FPC and audio sub card Note: Step from 1 to 4 are for the audio FPC, and step 5 to 7 are...
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... ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Removal steps of speaker assembly 3 2 1 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 4 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that the speaker connector is attached firmly, and the cables are routed as in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive...
... ThinkPad X301 Hardware Maintenance Manual Removal steps of speaker assembly 3 2 1 1 Step 1 Screw (quantity) M2 × 4 mm, bind-head, nylon-coated (2) Color Black Torque 0.167 Nm (1.7 kgfcm) When installing: Make sure that the speaker connector is attached firmly, and the cables are routed as in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive...
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1150 LCD assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 89 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter or ...
1150 LCD assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: v "1010 Battery pack" on page 83 v "1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover" on page 84 v "1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN" on page 89 v "1060 Wireless USB adapter or ...