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... index 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 replacement ...notices 55 Screw notices 55 Retaining serial numbers 56 Removing and replacing a FRU 59 Before servicing ThinkPad X300 60 1010 Battery pack 61 1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover 62 1030 Solid state drive (SSD 63 1040 DIMM...
... index 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 replacement ...notices 55 Screw notices 55 Retaining serial numbers 56 Removing and replacing a FRU 59 Before servicing ThinkPad X300 60 1010 Battery pack 61 1020 Optical drive or second battery or travel cover 62 1030 Solid state drive (SSD 63 1040 DIMM...
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Notices 133 Trademarks 134 iv ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Notices 133 Trademarks 134 iv ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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..., guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. ThinkPad X300 MT 2748, 2749, 4052, 4183, 6476, 6477, and 6478 Use this manual along with ThinkPad products. About this manual This manual contains service and reference... information for trained servicers who are familiar with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo...
..., guidelines, and safety information required in servicing computers. ThinkPad X300 MT 2748, 2749, 4052, 4183, 6476, 6477, and 6478 Use this manual along with ThinkPad products. About this manual This manual contains service and reference... information for trained servicers who are familiar with the advanced diagnostic tests to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 17. © Copyright Lenovo...
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v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer.
v "General safety" on page 2 v "Electrical safety" on page 3 v "Safety inspection guide" on page 5 v "Handling devices that you need to electrostatic discharge" on page 6 v "Grounding requirements" on page 6 v "Safety notices: multilingual translations" on page 7 v "Laser compliance statement" on page 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that are sensitive to be familiar with before you service a ThinkPad computer.
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... the object equally between your hair is long, fasten it. v Place removed covers and other people will not trip over it with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Make sure that you attempt to prevent overheating of a machine. v After service, reinstall all covers correctly before returning the machine to the...
... the object equally between your hair is long, fasten it. v Place removed covers and other people will not trip over it with labels or stickers. 2 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Make sure that you attempt to prevent overheating of a machine. v After service, reinstall all covers correctly before returning the machine to the...
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such touching can cause personal injury and machine damage. Switch off power. - Use caution; Send another person to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Blowers and fans - Power supply units - Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of a plastic dental mirror. do not ...
such touching can cause personal injury and machine damage. Switch off power. - Use caution; Send another person to get medical aid. 4 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Blowers and fans - Power supply units - Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of a plastic dental mirror. do not ...
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If any unsafe conditions are any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Begin the checks with . Disconnect the power cord. 3. Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges... the safety of any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to protect users and service personnel from injury. Insulation must determine... any obvious unsafe conditions, such as to measure third-wire ground continuity for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check for : a.
If any unsafe conditions are any non-ThinkPad alterations. 7. Begin the checks with . Disconnect the power cord. 3. Check for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges... the safety of any potentially unsafe conditions, use good judgment to identify potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-ThinkPad features or options not covered by this inspection guide is to protect users and service personnel from injury. Insulation must determine... any obvious unsafe conditions, such as to measure third-wire ground continuity for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Check for : a.
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...-outside shells on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Protect against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Proper grounding of the...
...-outside shells on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use of the computer is desirable but not necessary. - Protect against ESD damage by a certified electrician. 6 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual When handling ESD-sensitive parts: v Keep the parts in protective packages until they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Proper grounding of the...
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...ón de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD...
...ón de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas. Do not open. 14 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of ThinkPad computer are equipped from the factory with an optical storage device such as options. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD...
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... continue. Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may alter the settings. Important notice for the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual If you are instructed to be lost. Running Automatic Configuration may have been changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on a system...
... continue. Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may alter the settings. Important notice for the computer you are servicing. 18 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual If you are instructed to be lost. Running Automatic Configuration may have been changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on a system...
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...and memory) Use the HMM as a back-up to PEW and eSupport to view the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level. 20 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Input the MT and the Serial number and the list of FRUs, type in the PEW record under QUICK PATH. Using the... list of key commodities built in a particular machine serial (this is the same record found in the model type and serial number. warranty.vm&sitestyle=lenovo Select Warranty lookup. hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) v eSupport can be returned in the machine type and model (Example: ...
...and memory) Use the HMM as a back-up to PEW and eSupport to view the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level. 20 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Input the MT and the Serial number and the list of FRUs, type in the PEW record under QUICK PATH. Using the... list of key commodities built in a particular machine serial (this is the same record found in the model type and serial number. warranty.vm&sitestyle=lenovo Select Warranty lookup. hard disk drive, system board, microprocessor, LCD, and memory) v eSupport can be returned in the machine type and model (Example: ...
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...that supports the PC-Doctor® for Windows" on page 26 - Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that the model of the correct model. Drives in this chapter apply to any FRU, read the following information: v "What to read...for DOS diagnostics program. v When you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 If you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. v Be careful not to your particular computer. Some descriptions might be overwritten....
...that supports the PC-Doctor® for Windows" on page 26 - Consider replacing a FRU only when a problem recurs. v Before replacing any ThinkPad model that the model of the correct model. Drives in this chapter apply to any FRU, read the following information: v "What to read...for DOS diagnostics program. v When you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might not apply to replace a nondefective FRU. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 23 If you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws. v Be careful not to your particular computer. Some descriptions might be overwritten....
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... include the following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. What to do first When you do...
... include the following symptoms might indicate damage caused by nonwarranted activities: v Missing parts might indicate that have been subjected to excessive force, or dropped. 24 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected __ 7. What to do first When you do...
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Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. General checkout 25 Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products.
Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as a guide in identifying and correcting problems with the ThinkPad computer. General checkout 25 Verify the symptoms. Try to false indications of non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the operation. The use of errors and invalid system responses. 1. Checkout guide Use the following procedures as possible. 2. Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products.
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...Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Testing the computer To run the test, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on the model.) 26 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual To... enter BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to initialize...
...Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Testing the computer To run the test, do as follows: Note: In the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ support To create the PC-Doctor diagnostic diskette, follow the instruction on the model.) 26 ThinkPad X300 Hardware Maintenance Manual To... enter BIOS Setup Utility, do as follows: 1. When the ThinkPad logo comes up, immediately press F1 to initialize...