Page 2 - Hardware Replacement Guide
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Page 3 - Contents
Contents Overview ...................................................................................... 1 Chapter 1 Locations ................................................................. 5 Locating components and connectors ...........................................5 Identifying parts on the ...
Page 4 - Overview; Safety information for replacing CRUs
1 Hardware Replacement Guide Overview This guide is intended to be used by customers who are replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as trained service personnel who are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). In this guide, CRUs and FRUs will often be referred to as parts. Note: Train...
Page 5 - Additional information resources; Handling static-sensitive devices
2 Hardware Replacement Guide Additional information resources The most up-to-date information for your computer is available online at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. You can find the following information:• CRU removal and installation• Publications • Troubleshooting• Parts• Links to other usef...
Page 8 - Locations; Chapter; Locating components and connectors; Internal components
5 Hardware Replacement Guide Locations Chapter This chapter provides illustrations to help you locate the various connectors, controls and components in your computer. To remove the computer cover, refer to the section in this manual entitled “Removing the computer cover”. Locating components and co...
Page 9 - Front view
6 Hardware Replacement Guide Power supply PCI Express adapter card System fan Memory modules Microprocessor fan and heat sink Hard disk drive PCI Express adapter connector Optical drive Front view The two following illustrations show the location of the connectors on the front of the computer. 9 8 3...
Page 11 - Rear view
8 Hardware Replacement Guide Rear view The following illustration shows the location of the connectors on the rear of the computer. Voltage selection switch (selected models only)Power connectorPS/2 keyboard connectorPS/2 mouse connectorUSB connectors (7)Ethernet connector7.1 Audio connectors (6)On-...
Page 12 - Identifying parts on the system board
9 Hardware Replacement Guide Identifying parts on the system board The system board (also known as the “mainboard” or “motherboard”) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install l...
Page 14 - General information; Pre-disassembly instructions; Removing the computer cover; To remove the computer cover:; Replacing hardware
11 Hardware Replacement Guide Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of th...
Page 16 - Removing the front bezel; To remove the front bezel:
13 Hardware Replacement Guide Removing the front bezel To remove the front bezel: 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side. 2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs inside the chassis...
Page 17 - Replacing a memory module; To replace a memory module:
14 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing a memory module Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the comput...
Page 18 - Replacing the hard disk drive; To replace the hard disk drive:
15 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing the hard disk drive Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the co...
Page 19 - Replacing an optical drive; To replace an optical drive
16 Hardware Replacement Guide 7. Refer to the “Completing the installation”. Replacing an optical drive Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the ...
Page 20 - Replacing the system fan assembly; To replace the system fan assembly:
17 Hardware Replacement Guide 5. Slide the new optical drive into the bay from the front until it snaps into position. 6. Connect the data and power cables to the drive.7. Install the front bezel. Refer to the steps 3 of the “Removing the front bezel”.8. Install the computer cover. Refer to “Complet...
Page 23 - Replacing the heat sink assembly; To replace the heat sink assembly:
20 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing the heat sink assembly Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the...
Page 25 - Replacing a PCI adapter; To replace an adapter:
22 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing a PCI adapter Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer...
Page 27 - Please remove the plastic bracket first as the following:
24 Hardware Replacement Guide Note 1: Replacement of some models equipped with graphic adapter bracket is different. Please remove the plastic bracket first as the following: 1. Remove the two screws that secure the plastic bracket at the bottom of the chassis. 2. Lift the plastic bracket out of the...
Page 29 - Please remove the bracket first as the following:
26 Hardware Replacement Guide Note 2: Replacement of some models equipped with graphic adapter bracket is different. Please remove the bracket first as the following: 1. Remove the screw that secures the bracket at the side of the chassis.2. Press the pin on one end of the metal bracket and pull the...
Page 31 - Replacing the CPU; To replace an CPU
28 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing the CPU Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To o...
Page 34 - Replacing the keyboard; To replace the keyboard:
31 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing the keyboard To replace the keyboard: 1. Remove any media (disket, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all attached devices. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Locate the connector for the keyboard. Re...
Page 35 - Replacing the mouse; To replace the mouse:
32 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing the mouse To replace the mouse: 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all attached devices. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Locate the connector for the mouse. Refer to...
Page 36 - Replacing the external speaker; Completing the installation; To complete the part installation:
33 Hardware Replacement Guide Replacing the external speaker 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all attached devices. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Locate the Speaker. Refer to “Locating connectors on th...
Page 38 - Declaration
35 Hardware Replacement Guide Declaration Thank you for using Lenovo products. Carefully read all documents shipped with your computer before you install and use the product for the first time. Lenovo is not responsible for any loss except when caused by installation and operations performed by Leno...
Page 39 - Trademarks
36 Hardware Replacement Guide Trademarks Lenovo and the Lenovo logo, IdeaCentre and IdeaCentre logo are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Intel Inside is a trademark of Intel ...