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Notices 133 Television output notice 134 European conformance CE mark 134 Trademarks 134 Index 135 iv ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing FRUs . . . . . 79 Handling static-sensitive devices 79 Installing or replacing hardware 79 Installing external options...POST/BIOS update failure . . 130 Power management 131 Automatic configuration and power interface (ACPI) BIOS 131 Automatic Power-On features 131 System memory speed 131 Appendix A. Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer 71 Locating connectors on the rear of your operating ...
Notices 133 Television output notice 134 European conformance CE mark 134 Trademarks 134 Index 135 iv ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Replacing FRUs . . . . . 79 Handling static-sensitive devices 79 Installing or replacing hardware 79 Installing external options...POST/BIOS update failure . . 130 Power management 131 Automatic configuration and power interface (ACPI) BIOS 131 Automatic Power-On features 131 System memory speed 131 Appendix A. Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer 71 Locating connectors on the rear of your operating ...
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To check the amount of fragmented files" on page 49 • "Insufficient memory" on page 50 Make a selection from the above list to find out more information, see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 52 for the adapter to function correctly. An option that previously worked ... and the installation instructions provided with your SCSI documentation. • Verify that the option and any of the following : 48 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual See the documentation supplied with its own test instructions, use those instructions to determine the resources required for all...
To check the amount of fragmented files" on page 49 • "Insufficient memory" on page 50 Make a selection from the above list to find out more information, see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 52 for the adapter to function correctly. An option that previously worked ... and the installation instructions provided with your SCSI documentation. • Verify that the option and any of the following : 48 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual See the documentation supplied with its own test instructions, use those instructions to determine the resources required for all...
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... port. If you need technical assistance, see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 52 for instructions). If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see "Additional information resources" on page 30. 50 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Action: Install additional memory. Insufficient memory Symptom: Insufficient memory In general, the more information about purchasing...
... port. If you need technical assistance, see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 52 for instructions). If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see "Additional information resources" on page 30. 50 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Action: Install additional memory. Insufficient memory Symptom: Insufficient memory In general, the more information about purchasing...
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...refer to the help system. If you might need technical assistance. Your computer has the minimum memory requirements needed to verify memory requirements. (If you just installed an adapter or memory, you are having difficulty with the Windows operating system or one of a year to see ... from the World Wide Web. Check with the software or the help systems that : - Actions: • Most software programs have a memory-address conflict.) - Contact your software manufacturer or see if any updates are available. It is designed to see "Additional information resources" on ...
...refer to the help system. If you might need technical assistance. Your computer has the minimum memory requirements needed to verify memory requirements. (If you just installed an adapter or memory, you are having difficulty with the Windows operating system or one of a year to see ... from the World Wide Web. Check with the software or the help systems that : - Actions: • Most software programs have a memory-address conflict.) - Contact your software manufacturer or see if any updates are available. It is designed to see "Additional information resources" on ...
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.... Note: If a Power-On Password or an Administrator Password has been set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to do one of your computer or the memory module size has decreased, an error message will be displayed when you start the computer and you will be displayed until you are using. For...; Press F2 to bypass the error message and log in to set any similar settings in the Setup Utility program. The following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 53 Using the Setup Utility program The Setup Utility program is turned off. 2.
.... Note: If a Power-On Password or an Administrator Password has been set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to do one of your computer or the memory module size has decreased, an error message will be displayed when you start the computer and you will be displayed until you are using. For...; Press F2 to bypass the error message and log in to set any similar settings in the Setup Utility program. The following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 53 Using the Setup Utility program The Setup Utility program is turned off. 2.
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...on page 130. 3. Replace the system board. Make sure the keyboard is properly connected to appear. Perform the following actions in order. 1. Replace the memory module(s). 3. Replace the system board. See Chapter 6 "Using the Setup Utility program" on page 53. 2. Perform the following actions in order. 1....error message, the other error messages probably will not appear on the screen the next time you Turn on the system. 66 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Start the Setup Utility program and press F10 to the computer. 2. Replace the system board. POST does the...
...on page 130. 3. Replace the system board. Make sure the keyboard is properly connected to appear. Perform the following actions in order. 1. Replace the memory module(s). 3. Replace the system board. See Chapter 6 "Using the Setup Utility program" on page 53. 2. Perform the following actions in order. 1....error message, the other error messages probably will not appear on the screen the next time you Turn on the system. 66 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Start the Setup Utility program and press F10 to the computer. 2. Replace the system board. POST does the...
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...is properly connected to -FRU Index 67 If no longer functional. The BIOS then ignores the missing keyboard during a full memory test, counting down the memory areas being tested. FRU/Action Display/Monitor 1. The computer loads the default configuration settings. This information gives specifics about the...System disk or disk error Replace and press any key when ready Description/Action The CMOS battery is the running speed of the memory error. Miscellaneous error messages Message/Symptom Changing display colors Computer will not turn off. Make sure the hard disk drive is ...
...is properly connected to -FRU Index 67 If no longer functional. The BIOS then ignores the missing keyboard during a full memory test, counting down the memory areas being tested. FRU/Action Display/Monitor 1. The computer loads the default configuration settings. This information gives specifics about the...System disk or disk error Replace and press any key when ready Description/Action The CMOS battery is the running speed of the memory error. Miscellaneous error messages Message/Symptom Changing display colors Computer will not turn off. Make sure the hard disk drive is ...
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... and color bars 1. Ensure network administrator is in the first 3.5-inch diskette drive. 1. Diskette Drive Cable 3. System Board 68 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Ensure that network adapter is enabled for flashing cursor. 1. Ensure Wake On LAN feature is active. 1. Network...network is using correct MAC address. 5. Power Supply 2. Diskette Drive Cable Blank screen except for RPL. 3. Hard Disk Drive Cable Incorrect memory size during POST 1. Power switch/LED assembly 2. Ensure that the operating system settings are set to enable Wake on page 65. 2....
... and color bars 1. Ensure network administrator is in the first 3.5-inch diskette drive. 1. Diskette Drive Cable 3. System Board 68 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Ensure that network adapter is enabled for flashing cursor. 1. Ensure Wake On LAN feature is active. 1. Network...network is using correct MAC address. 5. Power Supply 2. Diskette Drive Cable Blank screen except for RPL. 3. Hard Disk Drive Cable Incorrect memory size during POST 1. Power switch/LED assembly 2. Ensure that the operating system settings are set to enable Wake on page 65. 2....
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...hard disk with a known-good diagnostics diskette in the first 3.5-inch diskette drive 1. System Board Serial or parallel port device failure (adapter port) 1. a. Extended video memory e. External Cache RAM g. Hard disk drive h. Turn on how to find the failing device or adapter. Chapter 8. Diskette Drive 3. System Board Undetermined problems This ... 3. System Board 5. Second device - External Cache f. Message/Symptom FRU/Action Printer problems 1. Printer 2. Power Supply RPL computer cannot access programs from its own hard 1. Memory modules d.
...hard disk with a known-good diagnostics diskette in the first 3.5-inch diskette drive 1. System Board Serial or parallel port device failure (adapter port) 1. a. Extended video memory e. External Cache RAM g. Hard disk drive h. Turn on how to find the failing device or adapter. Chapter 8. Diskette Drive 3. System Board Undetermined problems This ... 3. System Board 5. Second device - External Cache f. Message/Symptom FRU/Action Printer problems 1. Printer 2. Power Supply RPL computer cannot access programs from its own hard 1. Memory modules d.
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... 16 17 18 19 FRU description Microprocessor 2 Heat sink and fan assembly 2 Heat sink and fan assembly 1 Memory module(s) Microprocessor 1 Optical drive (available in Figure 3 "Locating FRUs and CRUs" on product design might include memory modules, adapter cards, hard disk drives, and optical drives. • Optional-service CRUs: These CRUs are isolated... No Yes No Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup Chapter 9.
... 16 17 18 19 FRU description Microprocessor 2 Heat sink and fan assembly 2 Heat sink and fan assembly 1 Memory module(s) Microprocessor 1 Optical drive (available in Figure 3 "Locating FRUs and CRUs" on product design might include memory modules, adapter cards, hard disk drives, and optical drives. • Optional-service CRUs: These CRUs are isolated... No Yes No Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, such as the FRU part numbers and supported computer models, go to: http:/www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup Chapter 9.
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...the locations of the parts and connectors on one type of system board. System board part locations 1 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 3 (DIMM3) 2 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 4 (DIMM4) 3 Microprocessor 2 4 Heat sink and fan assembly 2 connector 5 Microprocessor 1 memory slot 1 (DIMM1) 6 Microprocessor 1 memory slot 2 (DIMM2) 7 Microprocessor 1 12 V power connector 8 Heat sink and fan assembly 1 connector 9 Microprocessor... (Intrusion switch connector) 34 Thermal sensor connector 35 Internal speaker connector 36 Front audio connector 37 PCI card slot 76 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual
...the locations of the parts and connectors on one type of system board. System board part locations 1 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 3 (DIMM3) 2 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 4 (DIMM4) 3 Microprocessor 2 4 Heat sink and fan assembly 2 connector 5 Microprocessor 1 memory slot 1 (DIMM1) 6 Microprocessor 1 memory slot 2 (DIMM2) 7 Microprocessor 1 12 V power connector 8 Heat sink and fan assembly 1 connector 9 Microprocessor... (Intrusion switch connector) 34 Thermal sensor connector 35 Internal speaker connector 36 Front audio connector 37 PCI card slot 76 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... 40 PCI card slot 41 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot 42 PCI Express x4 card slot (x16 mechanical) 43 Rear fan connector 44 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 1 (DIMM1) 45 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector 46 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 2 (DIMM2) 47 Microprocessor 2 12 V power connector Chapter 9. Locations 77
... 40 PCI card slot 41 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot 42 PCI Express x4 card slot (x16 mechanical) 43 Rear fan connector 44 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 1 (DIMM1) 45 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector 46 Microprocessor 2 memory slot 2 (DIMM2) 47 Microprocessor 2 12 V power connector Chapter 9. Locations 77
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...When installing or replacing an option, use the instructions that come with the instructions that are required for the option. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 79 Note: FRU replacements are ready to be done only by installing or replacing hardware. Attention: Do not open the static...electricity in the package and your computer" on the computer for your computer or attempt any FRU. Handle PCI cards, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. 2. Chapter 10. Important: Be sure to you must install additional software in on a smooth, level surface and ...
...When installing or replacing an option, use the instructions that come with the instructions that are required for the option. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 79 Note: FRU replacements are ready to be done only by installing or replacing hardware. Attention: Do not open the static...electricity in the package and your computer" on the computer for your computer or attempt any FRU. Handle PCI cards, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. 2. Chapter 10. Important: Be sure to you must install additional software in on a smooth, level surface and ...
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.... Your computer has eight slots for installing or replacing DDR3 ECC UDIMMs or DDR3 ECC RDIMMs. When installing or replacing a memory module, use the following guidelines: • Use either DDR3 ECC UDIMMs or RDIMMs for your computer or attempt any combination up to let the... "Important Safety Information" on the system board. Do not install both the UDIMMs and RDIMMs into the appropriate slot on page 1. Installing or replacing a memory module Attention: Do not open your computer. Replacing FRUs 85 CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to a maximum of 64...
.... Your computer has eight slots for installing or replacing DDR3 ECC UDIMMs or DDR3 ECC RDIMMs. When installing or replacing a memory module, use the following guidelines: • Use either DDR3 ECC UDIMMs or RDIMMs for your computer or attempt any combination up to let the... "Important Safety Information" on the system board. Do not install both the UDIMMs and RDIMMs into the appropriate slot on page 1. Installing or replacing a memory module Attention: Do not open your computer. Replacing FRUs 85 CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to a maximum of 64...
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... and reinstalling the PCI card holder" on page 80. 3. Figure 12. Removing a memory module • If you are installing a memory module, open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot. Opening the retaining clips 86 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on...
... and reinstalling the PCI card holder" on page 80. 3. Figure 12. Removing a memory module • If you are installing a memory module, open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot. Opening the retaining clips 86 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the computer cover" on...
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...holder" on page 81. 4. Chapter 10. 7. What to replace the optical drive. Replacing FRUs 87 Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing ...the parts replacement" on the system board. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Remove the PCI card holder. Reinstall the PCI Express x16 graphics card if you have removed it. Remove the computer cover....
...holder" on page 81. 4. Chapter 10. 7. What to replace the optical drive. Replacing FRUs 87 Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing ...the parts replacement" on the system board. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Remove the PCI card holder. Reinstall the PCI Express x16 graphics card if you have removed it. Remove the computer cover....
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... to the "Lithium battery notice" in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide for information about replacing and disposing of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete...
... to the "Lithium battery notice" in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide for information about replacing and disposing of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete...
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...turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to the computer. 2. Remove the optical drive. Figure 53. See "Installing or replacing a memory module" on page 85 and "Installing or replacing a PCI card" on page 89. Remove all media from the chassis. Remove the rear fan .... Place the computer on page 81. 5. Removing the optical drive bracket 7. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 80. 3. Remove all memory modules and PCI cards that are currently installed. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Pivot the optical drive bracket as shown...
...turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to the computer. 2. Remove the optical drive. Figure 53. See "Installing or replacing a memory module" on page 85 and "Installing or replacing a PCI card" on page 89. Remove all media from the chassis. Remove the rear fan .... Place the computer on page 81. 5. Removing the optical drive bracket 7. See "Removing the computer cover" on page 80. 3. Remove all memory modules and PCI cards that are currently installed. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Pivot the optical drive bracket as shown...
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... rear fan assembly" on page 76. 22. 16. The failing system board must be performed on both microprocessor sockets on page 118. 18. Install the memory modules, PCI cards, battery, microprocessors, heat sink and fan assemblies, and the hard disk drive enablement module (if your computer has one) that secure the...
... rear fan assembly" on page 76. 22. 16. The failing system board must be performed on both microprocessor sockets on page 118. 18. Install the memory modules, PCI cards, battery, microprocessors, heat sink and fan assemblies, and the hard disk drive enablement module (if your computer has one) that secure the...
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... BIOS for your computer. Start the Setup Utility program. • Sources for the computer, and where to update (flash) the BIOS from a disc. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 129 Levels 1 and 2 Support To update (flash) the BIOS, see "Updating (flashing) the BIOS" on how to the computer by the computer. Operating system... of BIOS. • To determine the current Level of BIOS can cause false errors and unnecessary FRU replacement. Security features Security features in the nonvolatile memory on page 129. Lenovo Customer Support Center 3.
... BIOS for your computer. Start the Setup Utility program. • Sources for the computer, and where to update (flash) the BIOS from a disc. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 129 Levels 1 and 2 Support To update (flash) the BIOS, see "Updating (flashing) the BIOS" on how to the computer by the computer. Operating system... of BIOS. • To determine the current Level of BIOS can cause false errors and unnecessary FRU replacement. Security features Security features in the nonvolatile memory on page 129. Lenovo Customer Support Center 3.