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Contents Chapter 1. About this manual . . . . . . 1 Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . 1 Important information about replacing RoHScompliant FRUs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 2. Safety information . . . . . . 3 General safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Electrical safe...
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Chapter 9. Symptom-to-FRU Index . . 53 Hard disk drive boot error . . . . . . . . . . 53 Power Supply Problems . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Diagnostic error codes . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Beep symptoms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 POST error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Miscellaneous error messa...
Page 9 - Chapter 1. About this manual; Important Safety Information
Chapter 1. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for ThinkStation™ computers listed on the cover. Itis intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo® computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Information. Se...
Page 10 - distribution center at the time of order.
be noncompliant, but in all cases, if the parts are compliant, the replacement parts must also becompliant. Note: RoHS and non-RoHS FRU part numbers with the same fit and function are identified with unique FRU part numbers. Lenovo plans to transition to RoHS compliance well before the implementatio...
Page 11 - Chapter 2. Safety information; General safety; that you think are too heavy for you.; Electrical safety
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...
Page 13 - Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they present:
Voltage-selection switch Some computers are equipped with a voltage-selection switch located near the power-cord connectionpoint on the computer. If your computer has a voltage-selection switch, ensure that you set the switch tomatch the voltage available at your electrical outlet. Setting the volta...
Page 15 - • Throw or immerse into water
• French • German • Hebrew • Italian • Korean • Spanish DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfigurationof this product during an electric...
Page 18 - PERIGO
≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) 1 2 PERIGO 10 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual
Page 20 - pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação.; Utilize procedimentos de segurança para levantar equipamentos.
• Não remova as tampas. A remoção das tampas de um produto a laser pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação de laser. Não existem peças que podem ser consertadas no interior do dispositivo. • A utilização de controles ou ajustes ou a execução de procedimentos diferentes dos especificados aq...
Page 24 - DANGER; Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique :
1 2 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...
Page 25 - l'exposer à des températures supérieures à 100°C,
Connexion Déconnexion 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 2. Commencez par brancher tous les cordons sur les unités. 3. Branchez les câbles d'interface sur des connecteurs. 4. Branchez les cordons d'alimentation sur des prises. 5. Mettez les unités SOUS TENSION. 1. Mettez les unités HORS TENSION. 2. ...
Page 27 - • mit Wasser in Berührung bringen.; VORSICHT
• Die Verbindung zu den angeschlossenen Netzkabeln, Telekommunikationssystemen, Netzwerkenund Modems ist vor dem Öffnen des Gehäuses zu unterbrechen, sofern in den Installations- undKonfigurationsprozeduren keine anders lautenden Anweisungen enthalten sind. • Zum Installieren, Transportieren und Öff...
Page 28 - Arbeitsschutzrichtlinien beim Anheben der Maschine beachten.
Laserstrahlung bei geöffneter Verkleidung. Nicht in den Strahl blicken. Keine Lupen oder Spiegelverwenden. Strahlungsbereich meiden. ≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) ACHTUNG: Arbeitsschutzrichtlinien beim Anheben der Maschine beachten. ACHTUNG: Mit dem Netzschalter an der Einheit...
Page 31 - Gettare o immergere la batteria nell'acqua
• Se possibile, utilizzare solo una mano per collegare o scollegare i cavi di segnale. • Non accendere assolutamente apparecchiature in presenza di incendi, perdite d'acqua o dannostrutturale. • Scollegare i cavi di alimentazione, i sistemi di telecomunicazione, le reti e il modem prima diaprire i c...
Page 35 - Arrojarla al agua o sumergirla en ella
• 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 procedimientos de instalación y configuración. • Conecte y desconecte los cables, como se describe...
Page 36 - Adopte procedimientos seguros al levantar el equipo.
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 (37 lbs) ≥32 ...
Page 37 - Chapter 3. General information; Lenovo Welcome Center; after you have launched the SimpleTap program for the first time.
Chapter 3. General information This chapter provides general information that applies to all machine types supported by this publication. Lenovo Welcome Center The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built-in features of Lenovo and guides youthrough a few important setup tasks t...
Page 41 - Chapter 4. General Checkout; Attention; Problem determination tips
Chapter 4. General Checkout Attention The drives in the computer you are servicing might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequencechanged. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting. Data orprograms can be overwritten if you select an incorrect drive...
Page 43 - Chapter 5. Diagnostics; See “PC-Doctor for DOS” on page 36 for detailed information.; Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools; Start
Chapter 5. Diagnostics Diagnostic programs are used to test hardware components of your computer. Diagnostic programs canalso report operating-system-controlled settings that interfere with the correct operation of your system.You can use the preinstalled diagnostic program to diagnose computer prob...
Page 44 - Launch Advanced Rescue and Recovery; Creating a diagnostic CD/DVD image
PC-Doctor for Windows PE The PC-Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace on eachLenovo computer. Use PC-Doctor for Windows PE if you are unable to start the Windows operating systemor if Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox has not been successful in isolating a p...
Page 47 - Enter; Viewing the test log; to activate the log file.
• Performs all the steps in Quick Erase. • Provides a DOS utility that writes random data to all sectors of the hard drive. • Provides an estimate of time to completion along with a visual representation of completion status. • Provides messages that warn the user about non-recoverable process. Impo...
Page 49 - Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility; Starting the Setup Utility program; To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:; Viewing and changing settings; • User Password; Password considerations; character and one numeric character
Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility 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. Starting the...
Page 52 - Exiting from the Setup Utility program; Save Settings; or; Save
Exiting from the Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program menu (youmight have to press Esc several times). If you want to save the new settings, select Save Settings or Save and exit the Setup Utility . Otherwise, your chan...
Page 53 - ThinkStation Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide; Configuring the system BIOS to enable SATA RAID functionality; Devices
Chapter 7. Installing hard disk drives and configuring RAID(types 4105, 4157, 4217) This chapter contains information about installing hard disk drives and configuring Redundant Array ofIndependent Disks (RAID) for this product. Note: The information about configuring RAID in this chapter is applica...
Page 55 - Entering the Marvell BIOS Setup to configure SAS RAID
• RAID Level 0 – Striped disk array – Two hard disk drives minimum – Better performance without fault tolerance • RAID Level 1 – Mirrored disk array – Two hard disk drives minimum – Improved read performance and 100% redundancy • RAID Level 5 – Block-level striped disk array with distributed parity ...
Page 56 - Configuring the Marvell BIOS Setup to delete an array
Configuring the Marvell BIOS Setup to set an optional hot spare harddisk drive To configure the Marvell BIOS Setup to set an optional hot spare hard disk drive: 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+M when prompted to enter the Marvell BIOS Setup. 2. On the Marvell BIOS Setup screen, use the arrow...
Page 57 - Entering the Marvell BIOS Setup to configure SATA or SAS RAID
Chapter 8. Installing hard disk drives and configuring RAID(types: 4155, 4158, 4218) This chapter contains information about installing hard disk drives and configuring Redundant Array ofIndependent Disks (RAID) for this product. Note: The information about configuring RAID in this chapter only appl...
Page 59 - On the Marvell BIOS Setup screen, use the arrow keys to select; RAID Config; Use the arrow keys to select; Next; Press Y when prompted to complete the deletion.
2. On the Marvell BIOS Setup screen, use the arrow keys to select RAID Config and press Enter. The RAID Config menu opens. 3. From the RAID Config menu, select Delete array . 4. Use the arrow keys and the Enter key to select the array you want to delete from the list. 5. Use the arrow keys to select...
Page 61 - Hard disk drive boot error; A hard disk drive boot error can have the following causes.; Power Supply Problems; If you suspect a power problem, use the following procedures.
Chapter 9. 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...
Page 62 - Diagnostic error codes; In the following index,
Diagnostic error codes Refer to the following diagnostic error codes when using the diagnostic tests. See “Running tests” on page37 for the specific type for information about the Diagnostic programs. In the following index, X can represent any number. Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 000-000-XXX BI...
Page 79 - Beep symptoms; The following tables describes beep symptoms.
Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 305-000-XXX Monitor DDC Test Passed No action 305-250-XXX Monitor DDC self test failure 1. Run Setup to enable DDC 2. Cable 3. Monitor 4. Video card 5. System board 415-000-XXX Modem Test Passed No action 415-XXX-XXX Modem error Remove the Modem and re-test the syste...
Page 80 - POST error codes; POST
POST error codes Each time you power-on the system, it performs a series of tests that check the operation of the systemand some options. This series of tests is called the Power-On Self-Test , or POST . POST does the following operations. • Checks some basic system-board operations • Checks the mem...
Page 81 - Miscellaneous error messages
POST Error Message Description/Action Press TAB to show POST screen Pressing the TAB key permits the user to toggle betweenthe default POST display screen and a custom POSTdisplay screen. Error: Non-System disk or disk error Replace and pressany key when ready The BIOS was unable to find a suitable ...
Page 83 - Undetermined problems; d. Extended video memory
Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as amaster and the optical drive is jumpered as a slave. 1. Power-off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. a. External dev...
Page 85 - Important; Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer
Chapter 10. Replacing FRUs (Type 4105, 4157, 4217) Important Before you replace any FRU, read Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3. These precautions andguidelines will help you work safely. FRU replacements are to be done by trained service technicians only. This chapter does not contain a remo...
Page 86 - Removing the cover; To remove the computer cover:
1 Power cord connector 9 Microphone connector 2 Serial port 10 Audio line-out rear speakers connector 3 Ethernet connector 11 SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interconnect Format) outconnector 4 Serial port (some models) 12 USB connectors (8) 5 Audio line-out subwoofer/center speakersconnector 13 Optical...
Page 87 - Locations
5. Disengage the cover latch 1 and remove the cover. Place the cover on a flat surface. Locations The following illustration will help you locate the major FRUs in the computer. Chapter 10 . Replacing FRUs (Type 4105, 4157, 4217) 79
Page 89 - Locating parts on the system board
Locating parts on the system board 1 Microprocessor 12 V power connector 16 Front panel connector 2 Microprocessor fan connector 17 Cover presence switch connector 3 Microprocessor 18 Thermal sensor connector 4 Memory slots (6) 19 PS/2 connector 5 24-pin system power connector 20 Front audio connect...
Page 90 - Removing the front bezel; To remove the front bezel:; Replacing the power supply
Removing the front bezel To remove the front bezel: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 78. 2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs 1 on the left side and pivoting the bezel outward. 3. Lay the front bezel on a flat surface. 4. To reinstall the bezel, align th...
Page 92 - Replacing a memory module
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 ballpoint pen to slide the switch, ifne...
Page 94 - Replacing a PCI adapter card
5. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Replacing a PCI adapter card 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 cop...
Page 98 - Replacing the heat sink; To replace the heat sink:
9. Connect any adapter card cables to the system board. 10. Latch the adapter card retainer. 11. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Replacing the heat sink CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the co...
Page 100 - Replacing the microprocessor
10. Reconnect the heat sink fan cable. See “Locating parts on the system board ” on page 81. 11. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Replacing the microprocessor CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let t...
Page 102 - Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108.; Replacing the system board; To replace the system board:
9. Place the heat sink into position and replace the 4 screws to secure the heat sink to the system board. 10. Reconnect the heat sink fan cable. 11. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Replacing the system board CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off t...
Page 105 - Replacing a hard disk drive; When you receive a new hard disk drive, you also receive a set of
Replacing a hard disk drive 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:...
Page 106 - on the bottom of the hard disk drive.; on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive adapter; Install the hard disk drive and bracket into the drive bay.
5. Remove the failing hard disk drive from the bracket by flexing the bracket. 6. To install the new hard disk drive into the bracket, flex the bracket, and then align pin 1 , pin 2 , pin 3 , and pin 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bott...
Page 107 - Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108.
Figure 3. Connecting a 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drive Figure 4. Connecting a 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drive Figure 5. Connecting a 3.5-inch SAS hard disk drive 9. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Chapter 10 . Replacing FRUs (Type 4105, 4157, 4217) 99
Page 108 - Replacing the hard disk drive fan assembly; Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 78.
Replacing the hard disk drive fan assembly 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...
Page 109 - Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108.; Replacing an optical drive; To remove or replace the optical drive, do the following:
7. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Replacing an optical drive 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 ...
Page 110 - Replacing the diskette drive or card reader
6. Remove the retainer bracket from the drive being replaced and install it on the new drive. 7. Slide the new optical drive into the bay from the front until it snaps into position. 8. Reconnect the signal and power cables to the new drive. 9. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Rep...
Page 112 - Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108.; Replacing the front and rear fan assemblies
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 reader connector on the system board. See “Locating partson the system board ” on page 81. 8. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Repl...
Page 113 - Replacing the front panel connectors assembly
8. Depending on which fan assembly you are replacing, reconnect the fan assembly cable to the adapter card fan assembly connector or the rear fan assembly connector on the system board. See “Locatingparts on the system board ” on page 81. 9. If you are installing the hard disk drive fan assembly, re...
Page 114 - Replacing the power switch/LED assembly; Replacing the battery
6. Install the new front panel connectors assembly into the chassis and secure it with the screw. 7. Reconnect the cables to the system board. 8. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Replacing the power switch/LED assembly Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair befo...
Page 115 - Replacing the internal speaker
4. Remove the old battery. 5. Install the new battery. 6. Replace the computer cover and connect the cables. See “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after battery replacement, an error message might be displayed. This is normal after ...
Page 116 - Completing the FRU replacement; inside your computer.
6. Remove the speaker and speaker cable from the computer. 7. Route the new speaker cable and then position the new internal speaker tabs 3 into the metal speaker slots and then push the internal speaker downward until the speaker locking tabs snap into position. 8. Connect the speaker cable to the ...
Page 117 - Rear connectors
Chapter 11. Replacing FRUs (Type 4155, 4158, 4218) Important Before you replace any FRU, read Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3. These precautions andguidelines will help you work safely. FRU replacements are to be done by trained service technicians only. This chapter does not contain a remo...
Page 124 - Installing or replacing a memory module
Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 9. Install and tighten the four screws at the rear of the chassis to secure the power supply. 10. Install and tighten the two screws that secure the power supply to the inside of the chassis. 11. Reconnect all power supply cables to the drives, adapter c...
Page 126 - To replace a PCI adapter card, do the following:
7. To install the memory fan, engage the rear of the duct with the retainer on the system board and then pivot the duct downwards until the duct snaps into position. Reconnect the memory fan cableto the system board. 8. Go to “Completing the FRU replacement” on page 108. Note: Your system memory spe...
Page 131 - Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket.
Important Touch only the sides of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. 5. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket. Notes: a. Note the orientation of the notches 1 on the microprocessor. This is important when reinstalling the microprocessor on the new s...
Page 138 - To replace the hard disk drive fan assembly:
Replacing the hard disk drive fan assembly 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...
Page 145 - ThinkStation User Guide
Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after replacing the battery, an error message might be displayed. This is normal after replacing the battery. 8. Turn on the computer and all attached devices. 9. Use the Setup Utility program to set the date and time and any passwords. See ...
Page 147 - Chapter 12. FRU lists
Chapter 12. FRU lists Attention: Read “Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs” on page 1 before replacing any FRUs. Note: In the following tables, a CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit) is identified as either "1", "2", or "N" in the CRU column. "N" mean...
Page 161 - Mechanical FRUs; The FRUs listed in the following tables are not illustrated.
Item # FRUs FRU # CRU 8 Hard disk drive, 600GB SAS - 15000 rpm, 3.5" • MT 4105: CTO • MT 4157: CTO • MT 4217: CTO 03X3623 1 8 Hard disk drive, 250GB SATA - 7200 rpm, 3.5" • MT 4105: CTO • MT 4157: CTO • MT 4217: CTO 03T7039 1 8 Hard disk drive, 500GB SATA - 7200 rpm, 3.5" • MT 4105: CTO ...
Page 164 - Keyboard and Mouse
FRUs FRU # CRU FRU, handle filler with screws • MT 4105: all models • MT 4157: all models • MT 4217: all models 41R5699 2 FRU, retainer, 3.5" device • MT 4105: all models • MT 4157: all models • MT 4217: all models 41R5614 2 FRU, SSD mounting kit • MT 4105: all models • MT 4157: all models • MT ...
Page 190 - Recovery discs
Power Cords - Secondary FRU # CRU Line Cord - Italy • MT 4105: CTO 96G D2G M2G E6G E9G F1G F4G F5G J6G J7G K7G P1G P2G O4G O5G O6G O7G 1CG 2AG 2BG 2CG 2DG 3CG 4CG 8CG 9CG 4AG • MT 4157: CTO F3G F4G F6G G6G G8G M6G 1AG 2AG 3AG 4AG 5AG 6AG 2CL 2CG 3CG 3DG 5CG • MT 4217: CTO 41R3233 1 Line Cord - A mod...
Page 191 - Windows Vista Business 32 Recovery CD
limitation, if a model came with Windows XP Professional preinstalled from the factory, but has either aWindows 7 or Windows Vista COA affixed to the system, that model is eligible only for recovery DVDs thatmatch the operating system specified on the COA. Windows XP Professional 64 Mono Recovery CD...
Page 194 - Windows Vista Business 64 Recovery CD
Vista Bussiness 32 FRU # CRU Portuguese • MT 4105: CTO • MT 4157: CTO • MT 4217: CTO 64Y3694 1 Serbian-Latin • MT 4105: CTO • MT 4157: CTO • MT 4217: CTO 64Y3695 1 Slovakian • MT 4105: CTO • MT 4157: CTO • MT 4217: CTO 64Y3696 1 Arabic Localized • MT 4105: CTO • MT 4157: CTO • MT 4217: CTO 64Y3690 1...
Page 259 - Chapter 13. Additional Service Information; Security features in this section include the following:
Chapter 13. 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...
Page 260 - Updating (flashing) BIOS from the operating system; Enter a product number; Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure
Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc This section provides instructions on how to update (flash) BIOS from a disc. System program updates areavailable at: http://www.lenovo.com/support on the World Wide Web. 1. Make sure the optical drive you want to use is set as the first boot device in the startu...
Page 265 - Appendix B. System memory speed
Appendix B. 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 ...
Page 267 - Index
Index A adapter card, replacing 86 adapter cards, replacing 118 administrator, password 42 advanced settings 43 B battery, replacing 106, 136 C card reader, replacing 102, 132 changing password 42 startup device sequence 43 connectors front 77, 109 considerations, passwords 41 cover removing 78, 110...