Lenovo ThinkStation S20- Manuals

iv ThinkStation Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide

Chapter 1. Important safety information CAUTION:Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all the related safetyinformation for this product. Refer to the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Readin...

When you handle parts and other computer components, take these precautions to avoid static-electricitydamage: • Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you. • Always handle parts and other computer components carefully. Handle adapter cards, memory modules, sys...

1 Optical drive (some models) 6 USB connector 2 3.5-inch diskette drive or card reader (some models) 7 Hard disk drive activity light 3 USB connector 8 Power button 4 Microphone connector 9 Power-on indicator 5 Headphone connector Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 “Rear conne...

Locating internal components To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 11. Figure 3 “Component locations” on page 7 shows the location of the components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Microprocessor, heat sink, and heat sink fan assembly 5 Hard disk d...

Identifying parts on the system board Figure 4 “System board parts locations” on page 8 shows the location of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations 1 Microprocessor 12 V power connector 16 Front panel connector 2 Microprocessor fan connector 17 Cover presence switch c...

Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware This chapter is an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer. You canexpand the capabilities of your computer by adding memory modules, adapter cards, or drives. Wheninstalling an option, use these instructions ...

5. Disengage the cover latch 1 and remove the cover. Place the cover on a flat surface. Figure 5. Removing the computer cover Removing the front bezel To remove the front bezel: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 11. 12 ThinkStation Hardware Installation and Repl...

2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs 1 on the left side and pivoting the bezel outward. Figure 6. Removing the front bezel 3. Lay the front bezel on a flat surface. 4. To reinstall the bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the bezel with the corresponding holes ...

• Use 1 GB, 2 GB or 4 GB memory modules in any combination up to a maximum of 24 GB. • Install memory modules into the blue color memory slots first. Note: Only DDR3 ECC UDIMMs can be used. To install a memory module: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 11. Note: ...

6. Connect any adapter card cables to the system board. 7. Latch the adapter card retainer. What to do next: • To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation, go to Chapter 4 “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Installing internal drives This se...

Drive specifications Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives:• An optical drive in bay 1• A blank bay for expansion or optional optical drive in bay 2• A 3.5-inch diskette drive or a card reader in bay 3 (some models)• Up to three hard disk drives in bay 4 (varies by model) A...

Installing a drive in bay 1 or bay 2 To install an optical drive in bay 1 or bay 2: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 11. 2. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing the front bezel” on page 12. Note: There is a drive retainer bracket on the inside of the front bez...

7. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position on the left side. 8. Locate an available SATA connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on th...

5. Slide the diskette drive or card reader into the drive bay until it snaps into position. See “Locating internal components” on page 7. Figure 15. Installing a new diskette drive or card reader 6. Connect the diskette drive cable to the diskette drive connector on the system board and then connect...

Figure 18. Installing the hard disk drive and bracket into the drive bay 6. Using the signal cable that came with the new drive, connect one end of the signal cable to the drive. Locate one of the extra five-wire power cables and connect it to the drive. Note: The signal cable will be different depe...

Figure 20. Connecting a 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drive Figure 21. Connecting a 3.5-inch SAS hard disk drive 7. If you are installing a SATA hard disk drive, connect the other end of the signal cable to one of the available SATA connectors on the system board. If you are installing a SAS hard disk dri...

Refer to the "Lithium battery notice" in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To replace the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and from the computer. 2. Open the compu...

1. Remove the computer cover and then lay the computer on its side. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 11. 2. Locate the power supply assembly. See “Locating internal components” on page 7. 3. Disconnect the power supply cables 1 , and 3 from the system board connectors. Disconnect the power ...

5. Remove the five screws at the rear of the chassis that secure the power supply assembly. Figure 25. Removing the power supply retaining screws 6. Depress the power supply assembly latch 1 . Slide the power supply assembly toward the front of the computer and remove it from the chassis. 26 ThinkSt...

Figure 26. Removing the power supply 7. Ensure that the new power supply is the correct replacement. Some power supplies automatically sense the voltage, some power supplies are voltage specific, and some power supplies have avoltage-selection switch. If there is a voltage-selection switch, use a ba...

Figure 27. Installing a new adapter card 8. Connect any adapter card cables to the system board. 9. Latch the adapter card retainer. 10. Go to Chapter 4, Chapter 4 “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. What to do next: • To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. • To compl...

a. Do not remove the plastic cover until you are ready to install the heat sink and fan assembly on the microprocessor. b. Do not touch the thermal grease on the heat sink and fan assembly. c. Do not put the heat sink and fan assembly anywhere except on the microprocessor after the plastic cover has...

4. Pull the handle of the hard disk drive bracket to remove the hard disk drive. Figure 29. Removing a hard disk drive 5. Remove the failing hard disk drive from the bracket by flexing the bracket. 6. Install the new hard disk drive into the bracket. See “Installing a hard disk drive in bay 4” on pa...

6. Install the new hard disk drive fan assembly bracket into the chassis by aligning the four latches 1 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the chassis and pushing the bracket inward until it snapsinto position. Figure 31. Installing the hard disk drive fan assembly 7. Go to Chapter 4 “Co...

5. Press the drive latch 1 and slide the optical drive out the front of the chassis. Figure 32. Removing the optical drive 6. Remove the retainer bracket from the drive being replaced and install it on the new drive. Figure 33. Retainer bracket for optical drive 7. Slide the new optical drive into t...

6. Slide the new diskette drive or card reader into the drive bay until it snaps into position. Figure 35. Installing a diskette drive or card reader 7. Connect the signal cable and power cable to the new diskette drive. If you are installing a card reader, connect the card reader cable to the card ...

5. Remove the screw that secures the front panel connector assembly to the chassis. Rotate the assembly to completely release it from the chassis. Figure 36. Removing the front panel connector assembly 6. Install the new front panel connector assembly into the chassis and secure it with the screw. 7...

3. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips. Figure 37. Removing a memory module 4. Position the replacement memory module over the memory slot. Make sure the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module s...

3. Remove the front bezel if you are replacing the front fan assembly. See “Removing the front bezel” on page 12. 4. Disconnect the fan assembly cable from the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 8. 5. The fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. C...

Replacing the keyboard Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide , go to: ht...

Figure 42. Mouse connector 4. Disconnect the failing mouse cable from the computer. 5. Connect the new mouse cable to one of the USB connectors. 6. Go to Chapter 4 “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Chapter 3 . Installing options and replacing hardware 45

Chapter 4. Completing the parts replacement After completing all parts replacements, replace the computer cover and reconnect cables, includingtelephone lines and power cords. Depending on the parts replaced, you might need to confirm the updatedinformation in the Setup Utility program. Refer to ...

Chapter 5. Security features To help prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer, several security lock options areavailable. In addition to a physical lock, unauthorized use of your computer can be prevented by a softwarelock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is t...

Appendix A. System memory speed The Intel Xeon microprocessor families compatible with this ThinkStation computer feature an integratedmemory controller, which provides the microprocessor with direct access to the system memory. Becauseof this design, the system memory speed will be determined by a ...

Index A adapter cards 27 installing 27 adapter cards, replacing 14 audio line-in connector 6 audio line-out connector 6 B battery, replacing 23 bay 4 drive, installing 19 C cable lock, security 49 card reader, replacing 37 CMOS, clearing 50 components, accessing system board 13 components, internal ...