Page 2 - “Safety information” on page 3 and Appendix A “Notices” on page 175.
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3 and Appendix A “Notices” on page 175. Second Edition (November 2013) © Copyright Lenovo 2013. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software are deliver...
Page 3 - Contents
Contents Chapter 1. About this manual . . . . . . 1 Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 2. Safety information . . . . . . 3 General safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Electrical safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety inspection guide . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Hand...
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Locating connectors on the rear of yourcomputer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Locating major FRUs and CRUs . . . . . . 78 Looking up FRU information . . . . . . . 79 Locating parts on the system board . . . . 80 Locating internal drives . . . . . . . . . 81 Chapter 9. Replacing FRUs (machinetype:...
Page 5 - Chapter 1. About this manual; E computers listed on the front; Important safety information
Chapter 1. About this manual This manual provides service and reference information for ThinkCentre ® E 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 sur...
Page 7 - Chapter 2. Safety information; General 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 10 - Grounding requirements; DANGER
When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the product. • Avoid contact with other people while handling the part. • Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on your body. • Prevent the part from touching your clot...
Page 11 - • Throw or immerse into water
• Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfigurationof this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. • Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this ...
Page 14 - PERIGO
≥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 ThinkCentre E93 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Page 16 - pode resultar em exposição prejudicial à radiação.; Utilize procedimentos de segurança para levantar equipamentos.
• 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. ...
Page 20 - Pour éviter tout risque de choc électrique :; Connexion; l'exposer à des températures supérieures à 100°C,
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...
Page 22 - Zum Anschließen der Kabel gehen Sie wie folgt vor; • mit Wasser in Berührung bringen.
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...
Page 23 - VORSICHT
• 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...
Page 26 - Per collegarsi; Gettare o immergere la batteria nell'acqua
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...
Page 30 - Arrojarla al agua o sumergirla en ella
• 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...
Page 31 - 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 ≥32 kg ≥55 kg...
Page 33 - Chapter 3. General information; Specifications; Dimensions
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. For machine type: 10AR Dimensions Width: 160 mm (6.30 inches) Height: 396.5 mm (1...
Page 34 - For machine type: 10AQ; Tools program or from Control Panel.; Start
For machine type: 10AQ Dimensions Width: 100.7 mm (3.96 inches) Height: 335.5 mm (13.20 inches) Depth: 382 mm (15.04 inches) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 6.7 kg (14.8 lb) Environment • Air temperature: Operating: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) Storage: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) in orig...
Page 35 - Accessing Lenovo programs from Control Panel; To access Lenovo programs from Control Panel, click; . Then depending on the; Program
program icon. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation process completes, theprogram icon will be activated. Table 1. Programs in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program Program Icon name Communications Utility Web Conferencing Fingerprint Software Fingerprint Reader Lenovo S...
Page 36 - Search; Lenovo Support Web site
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operatingsystem If your computer is preinstalled with the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system, you can accessLenovo programs by doing one of the following: • On the Windows 8 operating system, press the Windows key to go to the Start sc...
Page 37 - Chapter 4. General checkout; Attention; did not; 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 39 - Chapter 5. Troubleshooting and diagnostics; Basic troubleshooting; telephone numbers, refer to the; Symptom
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter provides information about diagnosing and troubleshooting computer problems. If yourcomputer problem is not described here, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 32 for additionaltroubleshooting resources. Basic troubleshooting The following ta...
Page 40 - Troubleshooting procedure
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 58. The computer beeps multipletimes b...
Page 41 - Troubleshooting
• 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 54 for more information. • If ...
Page 43 - No audio in DOS applications or games; CD problems; A CD or DVD does not work
If these actions do not correct the problem, you might have a failing speaker. Have the speaker serviced. Ifyou need technical assistance, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 32. No audio in DOS applications or games Symptom: No audio in DOS applications or games Actions: • Ensure that the DOS app...
Page 44 - DVD problems; Black screen instead of DVD video
Unable to use a startable (bootable) recovery medium, such as the Product RecoveryCD, to start your computer Symptom: Unable to use a startable (bootable) recovery medium, such as the Product Recovery CD,to start your computer. Action: Ensure that the CD or DVD drive is in the startup sequence befor...
Page 45 - Intermittent problems
• Ensure that the disc surface is clean and not scratched. • Check all cable connections to and from the speakers. • Use the DVD menu for the video to select a different audio track. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution Center program. If you need technicalassistance,...
Page 46 - Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems; All or some keys on the keyboard do not work
Some or all hard disk drives missing from the Setup Utility program Symptom: Some or all hard disk drives missing from the Setup Utility program Actions: • Ensure that all hard disk drive signal cables and power cables are connected correctly. • Ensure that your computer is configured correctly to s...
Page 47 - The mouse or pointing device does not work
To open the Enhanced Performance Customization Keyboard program, do one of the following: – On the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel . 2. Click Hardware and Sound . 3. Click Devices and Printers . 4. Double-click USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard . The USB ...
Page 48 - Monitor problems
5. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 6. Turn your computer back on. The pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse Symptom: The pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse. Action: Erratic movement of the mouse pointer is generally caused by a buildup of dir...
Page 49 - Wrong characters appear on the screen; Symptom: Wrong characters appear on the screen.; The image appears to be flickering; Symptom: The image appears to be flickering.
Wrong characters appear on the screen Symptom: Wrong characters appear on the screen. Action: Have the computer serviced. For details, see “Lenovo Support Web site” on page 32. The monitor works when you turn on the computer, but goes blank after some periodof computer inactivity Symptom: The monito...
Page 50 - The image is discolored; Networking problems; Ethernet problems
On the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system, open Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound ➙ Adjust screen resolution ➙ Advanced Settings . Then click the Monitor tab and select a new refresh rate. • See your operating system documentation or help for further information on monitor settings. ...
Page 52 - Option problems
If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model, it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps. Instead,it connects at 100 Mbps Symptom: If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model, it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps.Instead, it connects at 100 Mbps. Actions: • Try another cable. • Ensure t...
Page 53 - Performance and lockup problems; Insufficient free hard disk drive space
• “An option that previously worked does not work now” on page 49 An option that was just installed does not work Symptom: An option that was just installed does not work. Action: Verify that: • The option is designed for your computer. • You followed the installation instructions supplied with the ...
Page 54 - Excessive number of fragmented files
2. Right-click your C drive entry and then click Properties . The amount of free disk space is displayed. To check the amount of free space on the Windows 8 operating system, do the following: 1. Open File Explorer and click Computer . 2. Right-click your C drive entry and then click Properties . Th...
Page 55 - Insufficient memory; Printer problems
1. Close any programs that are currently running and close any open windows. 2. Click Start ➙ Computer . 3. Right-click your C drive entry and then click Properties . 4. Click the Tools tab. 5. Click Defragment Now , then click Continue . 6. Click Defragment Now again to start a disk-defragmentation...
Page 56 - Software problems; When using a sort feature, dates do not sort in the correct order
Actions: • Ensure that the serial cable is securely connected to the serial port on the computer and to the serial device. If the serial device has its own power cord, ensure that it is attached to a properly groundedelectrical outlet. • If the serial device has its own On/Off switch, ensure that it...
Page 57 - USB problems; Symptom: The USB connectors cannot be accessed.; Diagnostics
• Check with your software manufacturer to see if any updates are available. Many software manufacturers make updates available from the World Wide Web. • If the software program used to work correctly, but does not work correctly now, do the following: – On the Windows 7 operating system, click Sta...
Page 58 - Lenovo Solution Center
Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. Itcombines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, alongwith hints and tips for maximum system performance. Notes: • The Lenovo Solu...
Page 59 - Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility program; Starting the Setup Utility program; To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:; Security; Viewing and changing settings
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...
Page 61 - USB Setup; Disable
2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Security . 3. Depending on the password type, select Set Power-On Password , Set Administrator Password , or Hard Disk Password . 4. Follow the instructions on the right side of the screen to set, change, or delete a password. Note: A password can ...
Page 64 - Exiting the Setup Utility program
1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 55. 2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Power . 3. Select Intelligent Cooling Engine (ICE) . The Intelligent Cooling Engine (ICE) window is displayed. 4. Select ICE Thermal Alert . The ICE Thermal Al...
Page 65 - Hard disk drive boot error; Error; Power supply problems; If you suspect a power problem, use the following procedures.; Beep symptoms
Chapter 7. 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 the Chapter 4 “General checkout” on page 33. You can use this index to help you decidewhich FRUs are needed when servicing a computer. If you are...
Page 66 - POST error codes; POST; POST Error code
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...
Page 68 - Miscellaneous error conditions
Miscellaneous error conditions Message/Symptom FRU/Action Changing display colors Display/Monitor Computer will not power-off. See “Hard disk drive boot error” on page 61. 1. Power Switch 2. System Board 3. Riser card, if installed Computer will not RPL from server 1. Ensure that network is in start...
Page 69 - Undetermined problems; If you encounter undetermined problems, do the following:
Message/Symptom FRU/Action Non-system disk or disk error-type message with aknown-good diagnostic diskette. 1. Diskette Drive 2. System Board 3. Diskette Drive Cable Other display symptoms not listed above (including blankor illegible display) 1. Display 2. System Board Power-on indicator or hard di...
Page 71 - For machine type: 10AR
Chapter 8. Locations This chapter introduces the locations of the computer hardware components. For machine type: 10AR Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of yourcomputer Figure 1 “Front connector, control, and indicator locations” on page 67 shows the locations of theconnecto...
Page 72 - Locating connectors on the rear of your computer
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 “Rear connector locations” on page 68 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. ® 8 7 6 5...
Page 74 - Locating major FRUs and CRUs
Locating major FRUs and CRUs “Locating major FRUs and CRUs” on page 70 shows the locations of the various components in yourcomputer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 85. 70 ThinkCentre E93 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Page 76 - Looking up FRU information
Notes: • Self-service CRUs: These CRUs unplug or are secured by no more than two screws. Examples of these types of CRUs include the keyboard, the mouse, any USB device, and the power cord. Otherself-service CRUs depending on product design might include memory modules, adapter cards, harddisk drive...
Page 77 - Locating parts on the system board
Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 “Locations of the parts and connectors on the system board” on page 73 shows the locationsof the parts and connectors on the system board. Figure 4. Locations of the parts and connectors on the system board 1 4-pin power connector 16 Front panel connector ...
Page 78 - Locating internal drives
14 SATA 3.0 connectors 29 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector 15 Power fan connector 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 medi...
Page 87 - Important; Handling static-sensitive devices; • Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.; Installing or replacing hardware; Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo.; Installing external options
Chapter 9. Replacing FRUs (machine type: 10AR) 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 provides instructions about...
Page 89 - Removing the computer cover; To remove the computer cover, do the following:
Removing the computer cover This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing thesystem stand hinge cover. Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before re...
Page 90 - Removing and reinstalling the front bezel; To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following:
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information”in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide , g...
Page 91 - Replacing the hard disk drive; To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:
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, then pivot the front bezel inwards until it snaps into position onthe left side. Figure 13. Reinstalling the front bezel What to do next: • To work with ano...
Page 93 - Replacing the solid-state drive
6. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay and align the screw holes in the new hard disk drive with the corresponding holes in the drive bay. Then, install the four screws to secure thenew hard disk drive in place. Figure 15. Installing the hard disk drive 7. Connect one end of t...
Page 94 - drive from the converter as shown.
1. Remove the four screws that secure the solid-state drive to the storage converter. Then, remove the drive from the converter as shown. Figure 16. Removing the solid-state drive from the storage converter 2. Take the new solid-state drive out of the static-protective package. 3. Position the solid...
Page 95 - Replacing the optical drive; The optical drive is only available in some models.
Replacing the optical drive Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information”in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide , go to: http://w...
Page 96 - Replacing the slim card reader; The slim card reader is only available in some models.
6. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay from the front and align the screw holes in the new optical drive with the corresponding holes in the drive bay. Then, install the three screws to secure the newoptical drive in place. Figure 19. Installing the optical drive 7. Connect one end of the...
Page 97 - reader from the system board.; shown to remove it from the bracket.
4. Note the cable routing of the installed slim card reader and disconnect the cable of the slim card reader from the system board. 5. Remove the screw that secures the slim card reader bracket and then remove the bracket from the chassis. Figure 20. Removing the slim card reader bracket 6. Remove t...
Page 98 - the front of the chassis.; system board” on page 73.
Figure 22. Installing the new slim card reader into the bracket 9. Route the cable of the new card reader through the corresponding hole for the card reader bracket in the front of the chassis. 10. Install the bracket into the chassis so that the hole in the bracket is aligned with the corresponding...
Page 99 - Replacing the front audio and USB assembly; To replace the front audio and USB assembly, do the following:; bracket with the corresponding hole in the chassis.
Replacing the front audio and USB assembly Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information”in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide , ...
Page 100 - Replacing the power supply assembly; Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away.; To replace the power supply assembly, do the following:
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 122. Replacing the power supply assembly CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. ...
Page 101 - power supply assembly.; assembly align with those in the chassis.
4. Lay the computer on its side and remove the four screws at the rear of the chassis that secure the power supply assembly. Figure 25. Removing the screws for the power supply assembly 5. Slide the power supply assembly to the front of the computer and pivot it downwards to disengage it from the ch...
Page 102 - Replacing the system fan; To replace the system fan, do the following:
10. Secure the power supply assembly cables with the cable clips and ties in the chassis. 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 122. Replacing the syste...
Page 103 - chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes.; parts on the system board” on page 73.; Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly
6. Install the new system fan by aligning the new rubber mounts with the corresponding holes in the chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes. 7. Pull on the tips of the rubber mounts until the new system fan is secured in place. Figure 28. Installing the system fan 8. Connect the new sys...
Page 105 - Replacing the microprocessor
9. Follow the following sequence to install the four screws to secure the 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 ...
Page 107 - microprocessor in the socket.
b. Note the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket. You can either look for the small triangle 1 on one corner of the microprocessor or note the orientation of the notches 2 on the microprocessor. This is important when installing the new microprocessor on the system board. c. Touch only th...
Page 108 - Installing or replacing a PCI card; To install or replace a PCI card, do the following:
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 122. Installing or replacing a PCI card Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading ...
Page 109 - amount until it is removed from the card slot.
• If you are replacing an old PCI card, grasp the old card that is currently installed, and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 34. 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 ...
Page 110 - Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCI card.
7. Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCI card. Figure 35. Installing a PCI card 106 ThinkCentre E93 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Page 111 - Reinstall the screw to secure the PCI card latch in place.; Replacing the battery; Refer to the “Lithium coin cell battery notice” in the
8. Reinstall the screw to secure the PCI card latch in place. Figure 36. Reinstalling the screw that secures the PCI card latch 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 replace...
Page 112 - might be displayed. This is normal after replacing the battery.; Installing or replacing a memory module
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 85. 3. Locate the bat...
Page 113 - UDIMM; To install or replace a memory module, do the following:
Your computer has four slots for installing or replacing DDR3 UDIMMs that provide up to a maximum of32 GB system memory. When installing or replacing a memory module, use 2 GB, 4 GB, or 8 GB DDR3UDIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of 32 GB. The following table provides information about the me...
Page 114 - want to install the memory module.; on the memory; Replacing the system board
• If you are installing a memory module, open the retaining clips of the memory slot into which you want to install the memory module. Figure 40. Opening the retaining clips 7. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with ...
Page 115 - To replace the system board, do the following:
Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information”in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide , go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This s...
Page 117 - Replacing the Wi-Fi units; Removing the Wi-Fi adapter card
5. Carefully press the other side of the socket cover downwards until the socket cover snaps into place. Figure 44. Securing the socket cover 6. Carefully check the four corners of the socket cover to make sure that the cover is secured in the microprocessor socket. 7. Close the microprocessor retai...
Page 118 - connector on the system board to support the Bluetooth function.
Figure 45. Disconnecting the Bluetooth cable Note: The Bluetooth cable connects the Bluetooth connector on the Wi-Fi adapter card to the front USB connector on the system board to support the Bluetooth function. 4. At the rear of the computer, remove the screw that secures the PCI card latch. 5. Gra...
Page 119 - small amount until it is removed from the card slot.; Removing the Wi-Fi card module
Note: 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. Removing the Wi-Fi card module To remove the Wi-Fi card module, do the following: 1. Remove the Wi-Fi adapter card from the computer, and then d...
Page 120 - Installing the Wi-Fi units
Figure 49. Removing the Wi-Fi card module Installing the Wi-Fi units To install the Wi-Fi units, do the following: 1. Insert the Wi-Fi card module into the mini PCI Express slot, and then install the two screws to secure the Wi-Fi card module to the Wi-Fi adapter card. 116 ThinkCentre E93 Hardware M...
Page 121 - the system board” on page 73.
Figure 50. Installing the Wi-Fi card module 2. Connect the front antenna cable and rear antenna cable to the Wi-Fi card module. Figure 51. Installing the Wi-Fi antenna cables 3. Install the Wi-Fi adapter card into the PCI Express x1 slot on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” ...
Page 122 - Installing or removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna; Installing the rear Wi-Fi antenna
Figure 52. Installing the Wi-Fi adapter card 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 122. Installing or removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna Attention: Do not ...
Page 123 - Removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna
Figure 53. Installing the rear Wi-Fi antenna 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 122. Removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna To remove the rear Wi-Fi antenna...
Page 124 - Installing or removing the front Wi-Fi antenna; Installing the front Wi-Fi antenna
Figure 54. Removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna 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 122. Installing or removing the front Wi-Fi antenna Attention: Do not o...
Page 125 - hole in the front panel.
Figure 55. Peeling off the paper that protects the stickers 5. Stick the front antenna to the front panel as shown. Then insert the front antenna cable through the hole in the front panel. Figure 56. Installing the front Wi-Fi antenna 6. Connect the front antenna cable to the Wi-Fi card module. What...
Page 126 - Removing the front Wi-Fi antenna; Disconnect the front antenna cable from the Wi-Fi card module.; Completing the parts replacement
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 122. Removing the front Wi-Fi antenna To remove the front Wi-Fi antenna, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all powe...
Page 127 - rear of your computer” on page 68.
2. Make sure that the cables are routed correctly before reinstalling the computer cover. Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the computer chassis to avoid interference with reinstalling the computercover. 3. If you have removed the front bezel, reinstall it. 4. Position the computer cover ...
Page 132 - Accessing the system board components and drives; To access the system board components and drives, do the following:
Figure 61. Reinstalling the front bezel 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 169. Accessing the system board components and drives Attention: Do not op...
Page 133 - To lower the drive bay assembly, press the drive bay assembly clip
Figure 62. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5. To lower the drive bay assembly, press the drive bay assembly clip 1 inward and pivot the drive bay assembly downward as shown. Figure 63. Lowering the drive bay assembly Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly CAUTION: The heat sink and fan asse...
Page 137 - the hard disk drive from the drive bay assembly.; disk drive from the chassis.
Figure 67. Pivoting the drive bay assembly 5. Hold the hard disk drive and remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive. Then, remove the hard disk drive from the drive bay assembly. Figure 68. Removing the hard disk drive 6. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard di...
Page 138 - disk drive bay” on page 134.; Replacing the solid-state drive in the hard disk drive bay
Figure 69. Installing the hard disk drive 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 169. Replacing the solid-state drive Attention: Do not open your compute...
Page 140 - from the bottom of the optical drive bay.; to remove it from the bracket.
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 126. 3. Remove the fr...
Page 141 - on; Install the screw
9. Slide the new solid-state drive into the solid-state drive bracket as shown until the four holes in the drive are aligned with the corresponding holes in the bracket. Then, install the four screws to secure thenew solid-state drive to the bracket. Figure 74. Installing the solid-state drive into ...
Page 144 - parts on the system board” on page 80.
Figure 78. Installing the system fan 10. Connect the new system fan cable to the system fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 80. 11. Reinstall the heat sink fan duct. See “Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly” on page 129. 12. Reinstall the hard dis...
Page 145 - Press the drive bay assembly clip; Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer.
3. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” on page 127. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. See “Accessing the system board components and drives” on page 128. 5. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the optical drive. 6. Hold the optical drive and...
Page 149 - system board” on page 80.
Figure 86. Installing the new slim card reader into the bracket 9. Route the cable of the new card reader through the corresponding hole for the card reader bracket in the front of the chassis. 10. Install the bracket into the chassis so that the hole in the bracket is aligned with the corresponding...
Page 152 - power supply clip
Figure 89. Removing the heat sink fan duct 5. Disconnect the power supply assembly cables from all drives and from the 14-pin power connector and 4-pin power connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 80. Note: You might also need to release the power supply asse...
Page 154 - To replace the microprocessor, do the following:
Figure 92. Installing the heat sink fan duct 11. Secure the power supply assembly cables with the cable clips and ties in the chassis. 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 ...
Page 155 - on the microprocessor.
5. Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See “Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly” on page 129. Note: Place the heat sink and fan assembly on its side so that the thermal grease on the bottom of it does not get in contact with anything. 6. Lift the small handle 1 and open the retainer 2 to acc...
Page 156 - kept as clean as possible.
c. Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. d. Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. 8. Make sure that the small handle is in the raised position and the microproces...
Page 163 - Lift the system board out of the chassis.
Figure 103. Removing the eight screws that secure the system board 9. Lift the system board out of the chassis. 10. Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board. See “Replacing the microprocessor” on page 150. 11. Install the new system board into th...
Page 174 - rear of your computer” on page 76.
Figure 119. Reinstalling the computer cover 6. If there is a padlock available, lock the computer cover. 7. If there is a Kensington-style cable lock available, lock the computer. 8. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer”...
Page 175 - Chapter 11. Additional service information; Security features in this section include the following:
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...
Page 178 - automatically. This can be either a single event or a daily event.
Power management Power management reduces the power consumption of certain components of the computer such as thesystem power supply, processor, hard disk drives, and some monitors. Automatic configuration and power interface (ACPI) BIOS Being an ACPI BIOS system, the operating system is allowed to ...
Page 181 - Index
Index A accessing system board components 128 administrator, password 56 audio line-in connector 69, 77 audio line-out connector 69, 77 B basic troubleshooting 35 battery, replacing 107, 155 BIOS settings, changing 60 boot-block recovery 173 C changing password 56 startup device sequence 58 cleaning...