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Contents Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Chapter 1. Important safety information 1 Chapter 2. Overview . . . . . . . . . 3 Additional information resources . . . . . . . 3 Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . . . 4 Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Locating controls and conn...
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iv ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide
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Figures 1. Controls and connectors . . . . . . . . . 5 2. Connector locations . . . . . . . . . . 6 3. Component locations . . . . . . . . . . 8 4. System board parts locations . . . . . . . 9 5. Pivoting the cover . . . . . . . . . . 12 6. Pivoting the drive bay . . . . . . . . . 13 7. Installing t...
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Chapter 2. Overview This guide provides information about replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). This guide does not include procedures for all parts. It is expected that cables, switches, and certain mechanical parts be replaced by trained service personnel without the need for step-by-step p...
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Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding memory, adapters, or drives. When installing an option, use these instructions along...
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4. Remove the metal shield from the diskette drive bay by using a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose. 5. Remove the plastic panel in the bezel by squeezing the plastic tabs that secure the panel on the inside of the bezel. 6. Slide the diskette drive lock to the unlock position. See “Loca...
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Replacing a hard disk drive Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide , go to the Support Web site at http://www....
Page 37 - Replacing
5. Remove the failing hard disk drive from the bracket by flexing the bracket. 6. Install the new drive, flex the bracket, and align the pins on the bracket with the recesses in the hard disk drive bracket. Important Do not touch the circuit board on the bottom of the hard disk drive. 7. Connect the...
Page 49 - Enter
Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette or CD-ROM Important Start the Setup Utility program to view your system information. See “Using the Setup Utility program” in the User Guide for this product. If the serial number and the machine type/model listed on the Main menu do not match what is printed...
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Chapter 5. Security features To help prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer, several security lock options are available. In addition to a physical lock, unauthorized use of your computer can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is...
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Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password. When you turn on your computer, you are prompted to type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate ...
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Appendix. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is no...
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Index A adapter connectors 14 installing 14 audio line-in connector 7 audio line-out connector 7 B battery, replacing 22 bay 2 drive, installing 17 bay 3 drive, installing 19 boot-block recovery 41 C cable lock, security 43 CMOS, clearing 20 components, accessing system board 13 components, internal...