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Chapter 1. About this manual This manual provides service and reference information for ThinkStation ® computers listed on the front cover. This manual is intended only for trained service personnel who are familiar with Lenovo ® computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo computer product, be sure...

Chapter 2. Safety information This chapter contains the safety information that you need to be familiar with before servicing a computer. General safety Follow these rules to ensure general safety: • Observe good housekeeping in the area of the machines during and after maintenance. • When lifting a...

• Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on your body. • Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap. • Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work surfac...

• Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product. • When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, teleco...

≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) 1 2 PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação, de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa. 10 ThinkStation D30 Hardware Maintenance Manual

• A utilização de controles ou ajustes ou a execução de procedimentos diferentes dos especificados aqui pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação. PERIGO Alguns produtos a laser contêm diodo de laser integrado da Classe 3A ou da Classe 3B. Observe o seguinte: Radiação a laser quando aberto. ...

DANGER Le courant électrique provenant de l'alimentation, du téléphone et des câbles de transmission peut présenterun danger. Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique : • Ne manipulez aucun câble et n'effectuez aucune opération d'installation, d'entretien ou de reconfiguration de ce produit au cou...

1 2 VORSICHT An Netz-, Telefon- und Datenleitungen können gefährliche Spannungen anliegen. Aus Sicherheitsgründen: • Bei Gewitter an diesem Gerät keine Kabel anschließen oder lösen. Ferner keine Installations-,Wartungs- oder Rekonfigurationsarbeiten durchführen. • Gerät nur an eine Schutzkontaktstec...

• über 100 C erhitzen. • reparieren oder zerlegen. Die örtlichen Bestimmungen für die Entsorgung von Sondermüll beachten. ACHTUNG: Bei der Installation von Lasergeräten (wie CD-ROM-Laufwerken, DVD- aufwerken, Einheiten mitLichtwellenleitertechnik oder Sendern) Folgendes beachten: • Die Abdeckungen n...

PERICOLO La corrente elettrica proveniente dai cavi di alimentazione, del telefono e di comunicazione può esserepericolosa. Per evitare il rischio di scosse elettriche: • Non collegare o scollegare qualsiasi cavo oppure effettuare l'installazione, la manutenzione o lariconfigurazione del prodotto du...

• No encienda nunca un equipo cuando hay señales de fuego, agua o daños estructurales. • Desconecte los cables de alimentación, los sistemas de telecomunicaciones, las redes y losmódems conectados antes de abrir las cubiertas de los dispositivos, a menos que se indique locontrario en los procedimien...

Algunos productos láser tienen incorporado un diodo láser de clase 3A o clase 3B. Tenga en cuenta losiguiente: Cuando se abre, queda expuesto a radiación láser. No mire directamente al rayo láser, ni siquiera coninstrumentos ópticos, y evite exponerse directamente al rayo láser. ≥18 kg ≥32 kg ≥55 kg...

Chapter 3. General information This chapter provides general information that applies to all machine types supported by this publication. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 210 mm (8.3 inches) Height: 485 mm (19.1 inches) (floor to top ...

Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system You can access Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system through Windows Search or fromControl Panel. The icon name displayed in the search result or Control Panel might be different from theprogram name. You can find the program by...

• Lenovo Cloud Storage • Lenovo Companion • Lenovo Reach • Lenovo SHAREit • Lenovo Solution Center • Lenovo Support • Lenovo Tools • Password Manager • System Update Lenovo Support Web site Technical support information is available on the Lenovo Support Web site at:http://www.lenovo.com/support Thi...

Chapter 4. General Checkout Attention The drives in the computer you are servicing might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence mighthave been changed. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting.Data or programs can be overwritten if you select an...

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes some basic troubleshooting and diagnostic programs. If your computer problem isnot described here, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31 for additional troubleshooting resources. Basic troubleshooting The following table provides i...

Symptom Action The operating system does notstart. Verify that: • The startup sequence includes the device where the operating system resides. Usually, the operating system is on the hard disk drive. For more information,see “Selecting a startup device” on page 57. The computer beeps multipletimes b...

• For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1: Open Control Panel, and then click System and Security ➙ System ➙ System Protection ➙ System Restore . If this does not correct the problem, continue with the next step. 6. Run the diagnostic program. See “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 53 for more information. • If ...

• “An audio disc or AutoPlay-enabled disc does not automatically play when it is inserted into a drive” on page 38 • “Sound comes from one external speaker only” on page 38 • “No audio in DOS applications or games” on page 38 No audio in Windows Symptom: No audio in Windows Actions: • If you are usi...

Actions: • Make sure the DOS application or game is configured to use SoundBlaster Pro or SoundBlaster emulation. Refer to the documentation that comes with the application or game for instructions onsetting sound-card settings. • If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic progr...

If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” onpage 53 for instructions). If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. DVD problems Select your symptom from the following list: • “Black screen instead of DVD vid...

Actions: • Disable any background programs, such as AntiVirus or Desktop Themes. • Ensure that video resolution is set to less than 1152 x 864. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” onpage 53 for instructions). If you need technical as...

If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic program Lenovo Solution Center. See “LenovoSolution Center” on page 53. If you need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 31. "No Operating System Found" message or the system not starting from the correcth...

1. Open Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound . 3. Click Devices and Printers . 4. Double-click USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard . The USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard Customization program starts. If these actions do not correct the problem, have the computer and keyboard serviced. See “Leno...

The fingerprint reader does not work Symptom: The fingerprint reader does not work. Action: The following could cause the fingerprint reader not to operate properly: • Not enrolling your fingerprint correctly. • Scratching the surface of the reader with a hard, pointed object. • Scraping the surface...

Action: The computer is probably set for energy savings with the power-management feature. If thepower-management feature is enabled, disabling it or changing the settings might solve the problem. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the diagnostic programs (see “Lenovo Solution Center” ...

Action: The monitor might be affected by interference from nearby equipment. Magnetic fields around otherdevices, such as transformers, appliances, fluorescent lights, and other monitors might be causing theproblem. Move fluorescent desk lighting or any equipment that produces magnetic fields furthe...

Option problems Use this information to diagnose problems with Lenovo hardware options that do not have their owntroubleshooting information. Select your symptom from the following list: • “An option that was just installed does not work” on page 48 • “An option that previously worked does not work ...

Action: Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter program. Note: Depending on the size of the hard disk drive and amount of data currently stored on the hard disk drive, the disk-defragmentation process might take up to several hours to complete. On the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. Close...

Serial port problems Use this information to troubleshoot the serial port and devices attached to the serial port. Symptom: Serial port cannot be accessed. Actions: • Make sure the serial cable is securely connected to the serial port on the computer and to the serial device. If the serial device ha...

2. If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the diagnostic program, save and print the log files created by the diagnostic program. You will need the log files when you speak to aLenovo technical support representative. Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo Solution Cen...

Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility program The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardlessof which operating system you are using. However, the operating system settings might override any similarsettings in the Setup Utility program. Star...

Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, itis recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strong password,use the following guidelines: • Have at least eight characters in lengt...

Note: A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters. For more information, see “Password considerations” on page 56. Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS) This section provides instructions on how to erase lost or forgotten passwords, such as a user pa...

4. Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program. Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit. • Enabling the after power loss feature The after power loss feature enables your computer to wake up when the power supply resumes after asudden loss of electricity. To enable the after p...

Chapter 7. Configuring RAID This chapter provides instructions on how to install hard disk drives and configure Redundant Array ofIndependent Disks (RAID) for your computer. Depending on your computer model, RAID can be enabled byIntel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (RSTe) or the LSI MegaRAID B...

• If five SATA hard disk drives or solid-state drives are installed, the SATA hard disk drive enablement module (one to five hard disk drives) is required. • If any SAS hard disk drives are installed, the SAS hard disk drive enablement module (one to five hard disk drives) is required. For more info...

using this adapter, refer to the complete MegaRAID SAS Software User Guide that is available at http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/guides-and-manuals/detail.page?DocID=UM007543. This section provides information about the following topics: • “Installing SATA or SAS hard disk drives” on page 64 • “Enter...

Entering the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility This section provides instructions on how to enter the LSI MegeRAID BIOS configuration utility. To enter the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility, do the following: 1. During the computer startup, follow the instructions on the screen. 2. Press...

Deleting RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configurationutility This section provides instructions on how to delete RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOSconfiguration utility. To delete RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility, do the following: 1. Enter the LSI MegaR...

Chapter 8. Symptom-to-FRU Index The Symptom-to-FRU index lists error symptoms and possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first.Always begin with Chapter 4 “General Checkout” on page 33. This index can also be used to help youdecide which FRUs to have available when servicing a computer. If...

The following tables describes beep symptoms. Beep Symptom FRU/Action 2 short beeps CMOS setting error Perform the following actions in order. 1. Start the Setup Utility program and press F10 to save and exit. See Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utilityprogram” on page 55. 2. Start the Setup Utility prog...

POST Error Message Description/Action CMOS battery failed The CMOS battery is no longer functional. Replace the battery. CMOS checksum error - defaults loaded Checksum of CMOS is incorrect. The computer loads the default configuration settings.This error might indicate that CMOS has become corruptdu...

Message/Symptom FRU/Action Printer problems 1. Printer 2. System board Program loads from the hard disk with a known-gooddiagnostics diskette in the first 3.5-inch diskette drive 1. Run the Setup Utility program and check Startup sequence. 2. Diskette drive 3. Diskette drive cable 4. System board 5....

Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 “Rear connector locations” on page 74 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of yourcomputer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where toconnect the cables on your computer. Figure 2....

The following table lists the major FRUs shown in Figure 3 “Locating major FRUs and CRUs” on page 75 andidentifies which FRUs also are self-service CRUs or optional-service CRUs. Notes: • Self-service CRUs: These CRUs unplug or are secured by no more than two screws. Examples of these types of CRUs ...

Locating internal drives Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to yourcomputer to increase storage capacity and enable your computer to read other types of media. Internaldrives are installed in bays. In this manual, the bays are referred to a...

Chapter 10. Replacing FRUs This chapter provides information about the FRU replacement instructions. Important Be sure to read and understand Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3 before replacing any FRU. Theseprecautions and guidelines will help you work safely. Note: FRU replacements are to be...

computer” on page 73 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 74 to identify therequired connector. Then, use the instructions that come with the option to help you make the connectionand install any software or device drivers that are required for the option. Removing the comp...

5. Disengage the cover latch 1 and remove the cover. Place the cover on a flat surface. Figure 6. Removing the computer cover Removing and reinstalling the front bezel Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important SafetyInformation” on pag...

3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the two plastic tabs on the left side and pivoting the front bezel outward. Figure 7. Removing the front bezel 4. To reinstall the front bezel, align the three plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, and th...

1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 82. 3. Open the PCI card retainer by lifting the retainer and then pivoting it out. Figure 8. Opening the PCI card retainer 4. Depending on whether...

Figure 9. Removing a PCI card Notes: a. The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot. 86 ThinkStation D30 Hardware Maintenance Manual

b. If the card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the card retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch. Grasp the card and gently pull it out of the card slot. 5. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package. 6. Install the new card into the appropriate card slot on the...

Note: Do not touch the contact edge and circuit board of the mSATA solid-state drive. Figure 11. Installing an mSATA solid-state drive 9. Reinstall any parts or reconnect any cables that you have removed. 10. Reinstall the front fan assembly. See “Replacing the hard disk drive fan assembly” on page ...

• If you are replacing an old memory module, open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot. Figure 13. Removing a memory module • If you are installing a memory module, open the retaining clips of the memory slot into which you want to install the memory module. F...

9. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips close. Figure 15. Installing a memory module 10. To install t...

8. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new optical drive. Figure 20. Connecting the optical drive 9. Reinstall the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 83. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To c...

8. Slide the card reader with retainer into the card reader drive bay until it snaps into position. Figure 23. Installing the card reader 9. Reconnect the card reader cable to the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 76. 10. Reinstall the front bezel. See “Removing and rein...

Refer to the “Lithium battery notice” in the ThinkStation Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To replace the battery, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer ...

9. Follow the following sequence to install the four screws to secure each new heat sink and fan assembly. Do not over-tighten the screws. a. Partially tighten screw 1 , then fully tighten screw 2 , and then fully tighten screw 1 . b. Partially tighten screw 3 , then fully tighten screw 4 , and then...

5. Press the tab, and then pivot the hard disk drive fan outward to remove it from the chassis. Figure 27. Removing the hard disk drive fan assembly 6. Position the hard disk drive fan, and then pivot the fan to insert the tab into the chassis. 7. Reconnect the hard disk drive fan cable to the syste...

Figure 29. Installing the rear fan assembly 7. Connect the rear fan assembly cable to the system fan connector on the system board. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts rep...

What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 124. Installing or replacing a hard disk drive enablement module Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt a...

7. To install a new hard disk drive enablement module, align the hole in the hard disk drive enablement module with the plastic standoff on the system board, and then position the hard disk drive module overthe corresponding connector on the system board. Figure 36. Installing a new hard disk drive ...

4. Locate the front audio and USB assembly. See “Locating major FRUs and CRUs” on page 74. 5. Disconnect the front audio and USB assembly cables from the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 76. Note: Make sure you note the locations of the cables when you disconnect the ca...

This section provides instructions on how to replace the internal speaker. Note: The internal speaker is only available on some models. To replace the internal speaker, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer cover. Se...

Installing the second microprocessor Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important SafetyInformation” on page 1. This topic provides instructions on how to install the second microprocessor. Depending on the model, your computer might come...

• Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. Figure 41. Removing the microprocessor 8. Touch the static-protective package that contains the new microprocessor to any unpainted surface on the outside of the computer. Th...

12. Gently press down the small handle 1 , and then push the handle inward to secure it. Then gently press down the small handle 2 and push the handle inward to lock the microprocessor retainer into position and secure the new microprocessor in the socket. Note: There are two marks on the microproce...

Figure 47. Opening the microprocessor retainer 8. Touch only the edges of the microprocessor and carefully lift it straight up and out of the microprocessor socket. Place the old microprocessor on a static-protective surface. Notes: • Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom of the microprocesso...

12. Pivot the microprocessor retainer downward to close the retainer. Figure 51. Closing the microprocessor retainer 13. Gently press down the small handle 1 , and then push the handle inward to secure it. Then gently press down the small handle 2 and push the handle inward to lock the microprocesso...

Figure 54. Closing the microprocessor retainer 2. Gently press down the small handle 1 , and then push the handle inward to secure it. Then gently press down the small handle 2 and push the handle inward to lock the microprocessor retainer into position. Figure 55. Securing the microprocessor in the...

Replacing the power supply assembly Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important SafetyInformation” on page 1. This document provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. CAUTION:Never remove the cover on a power supp...

Figure 57. Removing six screws that secure the power supply assembly 7. Slide the power supply assembly toward the front of the computer and then lift it out of the chassis. 8. Install the new power supply assembly into the chassis, and make sure the screw holes in the new power supply assembly alig...

7. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 74. 8. To update your configuration, refer to Chapter 6 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 55. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the d...

Chapter 11. Additional service information This chapter provides additional information that the service representative might find helpful. Security features Security features in this section include the following: • Passwords • Vital Product Data • Management Information Format (MIF) Hardware-contr...

Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure. To update (flash) the BIOS from your operating system, ...

Television output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory-installed television-output feature. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision C...

Index A Administrator, password 56 B basic troubleshooting 35 battery, replacing 97, 123 BIOS settings, changing 59 boot-block recovery 129 C card reader, replacing 95 changing password 56 startup device sequence 58 cleaning an optical mouse 43 CMOS, clearing 57 components, internal 74 computer cove...