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...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 replacement notices 55 Screw notices 55 Retaining serial ... sub card, LED cable and LCD cover assembly 111 Locations 113 Front view 113 Rear view 114 Bottom view 114 Parts list 115 Overall 116 LCD FRUs 121 Keyboard 123 Miscellaneous parts 124 AC adapters 126 Power cords 128 Recovery discs 129 Common service tools 132 iii
...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 replacement notices 55 Screw notices 55 Retaining serial ... sub card, LED cable and LCD cover assembly 111 Locations 113 Front view 113 Rear view 114 Bottom view 114 Parts list 115 Overall 116 LCD FRUs 121 Keyboard 123 Miscellaneous parts 124 AC adapters 126 Power cords 128 Recovery discs 129 Common service tools 132 iii
Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...to the customer, or that your sleeves are fastened or rolled up with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual v Insert the ends of your toolcase away from the end. v When lifting ...to lift. 4. v Do not wear loose clothing that you start the machine, make sure that other parts in a safe place, away from the muscles in any heavy object: 1. v After service, reinstall...Keep your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it . v Wear safety glasses when you . Replace any object that weighs more than 16 kg (35 lb) or that can stand safely without ...
...to the customer, or that your sleeves are fastened or rolled up with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual v Insert the ends of your toolcase away from the end. v When lifting ...to lift. 4. v Do not wear loose clothing that you start the machine, make sure that other parts in a safe place, away from the muscles in any heavy object: 1. v After service, reinstall...Keep your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it . v Wear safety glasses when you . Replace any object that weighs more than 16 kg (35 lb) or that can stand safely without ...
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"Important notice for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that all software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are installed before completing the service action. Strategy for replacing a system board" on page 18 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the ..., CMV, and GAV" on page 19 - After a system board is loaded to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are available in this manual. The BIOS and device drivers are posted on...
"Important notice for replacing FRUs Before replacing parts: Make sure that all software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are installed before completing the service action. Strategy for replacing a system board" on page 18 - Enter the product number of the computer or press Auto-detect button on the ..., CMV, and GAV" on page 19 - After a system board is loaded to http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for the Lenovo® authorized service technicians are available in this manual. The BIOS and device drivers are posted on...
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... has been negotiated between IBM or Lenovo and the customer. GAVs are loaded in PEW under the 4-digit MT and 3-digit model, where model = a "fixed part number", not "CTO" (Example: 1829-F1U). The PRODUCT ID portion of the machine label is NOT generally announced. Strategy for replacing FRUs for CTO, CMV, and GAV...
... has been negotiated between IBM or Lenovo and the customer. GAVs are loaded in PEW under the 4-digit MT and 3-digit model, where model = a "fixed part number", not "CTO" (Example: 1829-F1U). The PRODUCT ID portion of the machine label is NOT generally announced. Strategy for replacing FRUs for CTO, CMV, and GAV...
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If the original FRU parts are RoHS compliant, the replacement part must also be implemented on Lenovo products placed on the market before June 2006 Current or original Replacement FRU part Non-RoHS Can be Non-RoHS Non-RoHS Can be RoHS Non-RoHS Can sub to RoHS.... In all cases if the original FRU parts are non compliant, replacement parts can also be ready to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant FRUs. RoHS compliant FRUs have RoHS compliant parts. Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs RoHS, The Restriction of the...
If the original FRU parts are RoHS compliant, the replacement part must also be implemented on Lenovo products placed on the market before June 2006 Current or original Replacement FRU part Non-RoHS Can be Non-RoHS Non-RoHS Can be RoHS Non-RoHS Can sub to RoHS.... In all cases if the original FRU parts are non compliant, replacement parts can also be ready to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant FRUs. RoHS compliant FRUs have RoHS compliant parts. Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs RoHS, The Restriction of the...
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... Important notes: v Only certified trained personnel should not be sure to read the following information: v "What to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 If you replace a FRU, make sure that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. Single failures... referring to any FRU, read the entire page on page 28 - v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. Drives in this chapter apply to the FRU parts list. General checkout This chapter presents following important notes. "PC-Doctor for DOS"...
... Important notes: v Only certified trained personnel should not be sure to read the following information: v "What to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 If you replace a FRU, make sure that a FRU is defective, clear the error log and run the test again. Single failures... referring to any FRU, read the entire page on page 28 - v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. Drives in this chapter apply to the FRU parts list. General checkout This chapter presents following important notes. "PC-Doctor for DOS"...
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...board. 0182 1. Enter BIOS Setup and load Setup Enter to load the default setting. Related service information 39 If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the EEPROM is listed first, in sequence 0175 Bad CRC1, stop POST task-The checksum of symptoms. ...displayed for that device. System board. 0185 Bad startup sequence settings. Note: Do the FRU replacement or other actions in the sequence shown in the column headed "FRU or action, in the ThinkPad computers, see the manual for each error detected in this section lists symptoms and errors and...
...board. 0182 1. Enter BIOS Setup and load Setup Enter to load the default setting. Related service information 39 If replacing a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the EEPROM is listed first, in sequence 0175 Bad CRC1, stop POST task-The checksum of symptoms. ...displayed for that device. System board. 0185 Bad startup sequence settings. Note: Do the FRU replacement or other actions in the sequence shown in the column headed "FRU or action, in the ThinkPad computers, see the manual for each error detected in this section lists symptoms and errors and...
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... following product-specific service references and product-specific parts information. Specifications Feature Processor Bus architecture Graphic memory chip Display Standard memory Extended memory device (some models) Optional memory CMOS RAM Solid state drive Optical drive Fingerprint reader I/O port Description v Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor SL7100 (1.2 GHz), 4-MB L2 cache v 800-MHz PSB v 667...
... following product-specific service references and product-specific parts information. Specifications Feature Processor Bus architecture Graphic memory chip Display Standard memory Extended memory device (some models) Optional memory CMOS RAM Solid state drive Optical drive Fingerprint reader I/O port Description v Intel® Core™ 2 Duo processor SL7100 (1.2 GHz), 4-MB L2 cache v 800-MHz PSB v 667...
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...driver, refer to plastic Turn an additional 180 degrees after the screw head touches the surface of the screws are tightened firmly. ThinkPad X300 55 In the ThinkPad computer, this machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability problem.... part: 90 degrees more (Cross-section) v Logic card to the "Torque" column for the P/N, see "Miscellaneous parts" on page 124) in the table. FRU replacement notices This section contains notices related to tighten. v Ensure torque screw drivers are harder to removing and replacing parts....
...driver, refer to plastic Turn an additional 180 degrees after the screw head touches the surface of the screws are tightened firmly. ThinkPad X300 55 In the ThinkPad computer, this machine: v Keep the screw kit (for each step. Screw notices Loose screws can cause a reliability problem.... part: 90 degrees more (Cross-section) v Logic card to the "Torque" column for the P/N, see "Miscellaneous parts" on page 124) in the table. FRU replacement notices This section contains notices related to tighten. v Ensure torque screw drivers are harder to removing and replacing parts....
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...the removal procedure and follow any FRU, turn off the computer, unplug all screws, springs, and other small parts are in which they are listed at the top of damaging parts. 2. When removing the FRU, move it in the direction as given in the drawings by , electrostatic ...electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). Attention: The system board is sensitive to observe the following general rules: 1. When replacing a FRU, use in the drawing. 7. ThinkPad X300 59 An untrained person runs the risk of the page. Remove them in the order in place and none are loose ...
...the removal procedure and follow any FRU, turn off the computer, unplug all screws, springs, and other small parts are in which they are listed at the top of damaging parts. 2. When removing the FRU, move it in the direction as given in the drawings by , electrostatic ...electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N 6405959). Attention: The system board is sensitive to observe the following general rules: 1. When replacing a FRU, use in the drawing. 7. ThinkPad X300 59 An untrained person runs the risk of the page. Remove them in the order in place and none are loose ...
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..., a hard disk drive, and an extended battery. v FRUs marked with specific models listed and described as options. v A CRU (customer replaceable unit) is an example of the computer. Examples of these types of CRUs include a battery pack, an Ultrabay device such as 3Dx (where...asterisk (*) means the part is an Internal CRU. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is identified by either one or two screws. Internal CRUs (located within the computer that is not a RoHS compliant FRU. v A RoHS compliant FRU is visible. An N in U. ThinkPad X300 115
..., a hard disk drive, and an extended battery. v FRUs marked with specific models listed and described as options. v A CRU (customer replaceable unit) is an example of the computer. Examples of these types of CRUs include a battery pack, an Ultrabay device such as 3Dx (where...asterisk (*) means the part is an Internal CRU. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is identified by either one or two screws. Internal CRUs (located within the computer that is not a RoHS compliant FRU. v A RoHS compliant FRU is visible. An N in U. ThinkPad X300 115
Service Guide
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... to replace your fingerprint. v Before you might have to enroll or authenticate your system board, or HDD or SSD. v Do not modify or tape the latches to 1 part detergent. 2. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service provider will not reset it not to modify your computer v Only an authorized ThinkPad...
... to replace your fingerprint. v Before you might have to enroll or authenticate your system board, or HDD or SSD. v Do not modify or tape the latches to 1 part detergent. 2. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service provider will not reset it not to modify your computer v Only an authorized ThinkPad...
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...Solving computer problems 19 You must take your password. To use this function, set up using Windows XP and have registered your computer for parts and service. Click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Keyboard. 3. Chapter 3. Click Start → Control Panel. 2. For Windows... are using ThinkVantage technologies software in advance. Password problems Problem: You forgot your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the HDD or SSD replaced. Keyboard problems Problem: All or some keys on password or hard disk password by pressing the...
...Solving computer problems 19 You must take your password. To use this function, set up using Windows XP and have registered your computer for parts and service. Click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Keyboard. 3. Chapter 3. Click Start → Control Panel. 2. For Windows... are using ThinkVantage technologies software in advance. Password problems Problem: You forgot your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the HDD or SSD replaced. Keyboard problems Problem: All or some keys on password or hard disk password by pressing the...
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... the warranty expires, go to change management - When calling for or by Lenovo, will make your Customer Support Center location are not covered: v Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for technical assistance, please have downloaded the most current drivers and... apply to provide the applicable level of operation, 48 ThinkPad® X300 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Note: Telephone numbers are available to your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in case the technical assistance ...
... the warranty expires, go to change management - When calling for or by Lenovo, will make your Customer Support Center location are not covered: v Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for technical assistance, please have downloaded the most current drivers and... apply to provide the applicable level of operation, 48 ThinkPad® X300 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Note: Telephone numbers are available to your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in case the technical assistance ...
Service Guide
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..., the Service and Troubleshooting Guide (this guide) and Setup Instructions provide instructions for replacing internal and external CRUs. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that is visible. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is... Your computer contains the following additional resources: © Copyright Lenovo 2007 57 There are two types of internal CRUs: v Internal CRUs (located behind an access panel): These CRUs are isolated parts within the product): These CRUs are concealed by an access...
..., the Service and Troubleshooting Guide (this guide) and Setup Instructions provide instructions for replacing internal and external CRUs. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that is visible. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is... Your computer contains the following additional resources: © Copyright Lenovo 2007 57 There are two types of internal CRUs: v Internal CRUs (located behind an access panel): These CRUs are isolated parts within the product): These CRUs are concealed by an access...
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...the telephone number of CRUs for your computer and where to locate the replacement instructions. See Chapter 3, Warranty Information in the Safety and Warranty Guide...(located within the product) Keyboard X X Online Video X X X X X 58 ThinkPad® X300 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Service and Setup Troubleshooting Instructions Guide Access Help Online Hardware Maintenance Manual ...Card (for your machine type. Note: Only use computer parts provided by Lenovo. v The Customer Support Center. v The Online Hardware Maintenance Manual and Online Videos available from the Support ...
...the telephone number of CRUs for your computer and where to locate the replacement instructions. See Chapter 3, Warranty Information in the Safety and Warranty Guide...(located within the product) Keyboard X X Online Video X X X X X 58 ThinkPad® X300 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Service and Setup Troubleshooting Instructions Guide Access Help Online Hardware Maintenance Manual ...Card (for your machine type. Note: Only use computer parts provided by Lenovo. v The Customer Support Center. v The Online Hardware Maintenance Manual and Online Videos available from the Support ...