Lenovo T430u- User Manual

About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for the following ThinkPad ® products. ThinkPad T430u Machine Type (MT): 3351, 3352, 3353, 6273, and 8614 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems. Important: This manual is intended onl...

Chapter 1. Safety information This chapter presents following safety information that you need to be familiar with before you service aThinkPad notebook computer.• “General safety” on page 1 • “Electrical safety” on page 2 • “Safety inspection guide” on page 3 • “Handling devices that are sensitive ...

Electrical safety Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment. Important: Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have handles covered with a soft materialthat does not insulate you when working with live electrical currents.Many customers have, near their eq...

– Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.– Switch off power.– Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The purpose of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions. As eachmachine was designed and built, required safety items were in...

1. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they exceed the requirements noted here. 2. Ensure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified (ISO 9000) as fully effective. When handling ESD-sensitive parts: • Keep the parts in protective packages until they are inserted into the produc...

Chapter 2. Important service information This chapter presents following important service information that applies to all machine types supported bythis manual:• “Strategy for replacing FRUs” on page 21 – “Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive” on page 22 – “Important notice for replacing a syst...

• If an adapter or a device consists of more than one FRU, any of the FRUs might be the cause of the error. Before replacing the adapter or device, remove the FRUs, one by one, to see if the symptoms change.Replace only the FRU that changed the symptoms. Attention: The setup configuration on the com...

Custom Model Variant (CMV) This is a unique configuration that has been negotiated between Lenovo and the customer. A unique 4-digitMT and 3-digit model is provided to the customer to place orders (Example: 1829-W15). A CMV is a specialbid offering. Therefore, it is NOT generally announced. • The MT...

• To view the complete list of FRUs, do the following: 1. Click Product & Parts Detail and then follow the instructions on the screen to reach the Product and Parts Details page. 2. Click the Parts Detail tab to view the list of service parts. 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Chapter 3. General checkout This chapter presents the following information:• “What to do first” on page 25 • “Checkout guide” on page 26 – “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 26 – “Quick test programs” on page 26 – “UEFI diagnostic program” on page 27 – “Bootable diagnostic programs” on page 27 • “Pow...

• LCD panel cracked from the application of excessive force or from being dropped• Scratched (cosmetic) parts• Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts• Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that have been cracked or broken by excessive force• Damage caused by liquid spi...

To download and install a quick test program, go to http://www.lenovo.com/diagnose, and follow theinstructions on the Web site. To run a quick test using the downloaded program, do the following: 1. Go to the C:\SWTOOLS\ldiag folder. 2. Double-click the gui_lsc_lite.exe file. 3. When the User Accoun...

To use the diagnostic medium you have created, do one of the following: • If you have created the bootable diagnostic medium on a USB device, do the following: 1. Attach the USB device to the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. If the computer cannot be turned on, go to “Power system checkout” on pag...

Pin Voltage (V dc) 1 +20 2 0 3 Ground 1 2 3 (20V) Note: Output voltage across pin 2 of the ac power adapter might be different from the one you are servicing. 3. If the voltage is not correct, replace the ac power adapter.4. If the voltage is acceptable, replace the system board. Note: Noise from th...

Chapter 4. Related service information This chapter presents the following information:• “Restoring the factory contents by using Recovery Disc Set” on page 31 • “Passwords” on page 32 • “Power management” on page 34 • “Symptom-to-FRU index” on page 35 Service Web site: When the latest maintenance d...

c. Select the CD/DVD drive as the 1st Boot Device . 2. Insert the Operating System Recovery Disc into the DVD drive. 3. Press F10 to save the ThinkPad Setup configuration changes. Follow the instructions on the screen to begin the recovery process. 4. Select your language and click Next . 5. Read th...

Attention: If the user HDP has been forgotten, check whether a master HDP has been set. If it has, it can be used for access to the hard disk drive. If no master HDP is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenovo authorizedservice technicians can provide any services to reset either the user or the master ...

Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following occurs: • The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk. • The system is powered off. If you have defined one of the following actions as the event that causes the system to go into hibernationmode, perform that action.• ...

Numeric error codes Table 1. Numeric error codes Symptom or error (beeps, if any) FRU or action, in sequence 0177 Bad SVP data, stop POST task. System board. 0183 Bad CRC of Security Settings in EFI Variable. EnterThinkPad Setup. 1. Run ThinkPad Setup. 2. Press F9 and then press Enter to load the de...

Error messages Table 2. Error messages Symptom or error (beeps, if any) FRU or action, in sequence Fan error. 1. Fan . 2. Thermal grease.3. System board. Thermal sensing error. The thermal sensor is not functioning correctly. Have thecomputer serviced. This system does not support batteries that are...

If the LCD you are servicing has two or less visible defective pixels, it should not be considered faulty.However, if the LCD has three or more visible defective pixels, it will be deemed as defective by Lenovo andit should be replaced. Notes: • This policy applies to all ThinkPad notebook computers...

Chapter 5. Status indicators This chapter presents the system status indicators that show the status of the computer. 3 2 1 4 5 Table 6. Status indicators Indicator Meaning 1 Caps Lock statusindicator When the Caps Lock mode is enabled, this indicator will be displayed on the screen. Youcan type all...

Chapter 6. Function key combinations The following table describes the functions of Fn key combinations. Table 7. Function key combinations Key combinations Description Fn+Esc Press Fn+Esc to mute the sound of the computer. Fn+F1 Press Fn+F1 to turn down the volume of the computer. Fn+F2 Press Fn+F2...

Rear view 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 3 1 System status indicator 5 Fan louvers (rear) 2 Media card reader 6 HDMI connector 3 Fan louvers (right) 7 SIM card slot 4 Security keyhole 8 Mini DisplayPort connector Bottom view 2 1 1 Bottom cover latch 2 Bottom cover Locating FRUs and CRUs This topic introduces the fol...

Major FRUs and CRUs 1 2 3 4 5 13 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 21 48 Hardware Maintenance Manual

LCD FRUs and CRUs 1 4 2 3 5 6 8 7 No. Description Self-service CRU Optional-serviceCRU 1 LCD bezel No No 2 LCD panel No No 3 Hinges No No 4 Integrated camera and microphone combo card No No 5 Camera cable No No 6 LCD base cove assembly No No 50 Hardware Maintenance Manual

No. Description Self-service CRU Optional-serviceCRU 7 Antenna kit No No 8 LCD cable No No Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, including part numbers, descriptions, and substitution part numbers, go tohttp://www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup. Chapter 7 . Locations 51

Chapter 8. FRU replacement notices This chapter presents notices related to removing and replacing parts. Read this chapter carefully beforereplacing any FRU. Notes: • Each FRU is available for all types or models, unless otherwise specified.• CRU statement for customers: You can resolve some proble...

Notes: • Ensure that you use the correct screw. It is recommended to use new screws for replacements. • If you have a torque screwdriver, tighten all screws firmly to the torque specified in the screw information table for each step. • Ensure torque screw drivers are calibrated correctly following t...

Product ID on rear label: TTTT-MMM (Use this number when setting Serial Number) In the example, the Serial Number to be input is “1STTTTMMMSSSSSSS”. Retaining the UUID The Universally Unique Identifier (UUID) is a 128-bit number uniquely assigned to your computer atproduction and stored in the EEPRO...

Chapter 9. Removing or replacing a FRU This chapter provides instructions on how to remove or replace a FRU. CRU statement for customers: You can resolve some problems with your product with a replacement part you can install yourself, called a “CustomerReplaceable Unit” or “CRU.” Some CRUs are desi...

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1020 Battery pack For access, remove this FRU:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 Important notices for replacing a battery pack • The Lenovo Solution Center program provides an automatic battery diagnostic test that determines if the battery pack is defective. A battery pack FRU should n...

1 2 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 2 M2 × 5.0 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (5) Black 0.181 Nm(1.85 kgf-cm) Remove the battery pack by using the pull tab 3 . 3 1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly Attention: • Do not drop the drive or apply any physical shock to it. The drive is sen...

For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 Removal steps of hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly Remove the screws 1 that secure the hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly. 1 1 1 1 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 1 M2 ×...

Removal steps of hard disk drive or solid-state drive bracket 1 1 1 1 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 1 M2 × 6.0 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 0.392 Nm(4.00 kgf-cm) 2 1040 Keyboard For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 Rem...

When the front edge of the keyboard is housed firmly, gently press the keyboard with your palms to slide thekeyboard toward you until it snaps into position. 1050 Memory module For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1040 Keyboard” ...

1060 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1040 Keyboard” on page 63 Removal steps of PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN Detach the antenna RF connectors 1 . Remove the screw 2 . 1 1 2 St...

1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN or mSATA solid-state drive Depending on models, the computer you are servicing might come with one of the following cards installed:PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN, PCI Express Half Mini Card for wireless WAN, or mSATA solid-statedrive. For access, ...

3 Removal steps of PCI Express Half Mini Card for wireless WAN Detach the antenna RF connectors 1 . Then remove the screw 2 . Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 2 M2 × 3.0 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm(1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Plug the red cable into the jack marked MAIN , and...

3 4 4 Removal steps of mSATA solid-state drive Attention: • Do not drop the drive or apply any physical shock to it. The drive is sensitive to physical shock. Improper handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data. • Before removing the drive, have the user make a backup copy of all the infor...

Remove the screw 1 that secures the mSATA solid-state drive. 1 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 1 M2 × 3.0 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm(1.85 kgf-cm) 2 1080 Backup battery For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “...

1 2 When installing: Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. 1090 Keyboard bezel For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly” on page 61 • “1040 Keyboard” on page 63 • “1070 PCI E...

Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 1 M2.5 × 6.5 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.392 Nm(4.00 kgf-cm) 2 M2 x 5 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm(1.85 kgf-cm) 3 M2 x 3 mm, flat-head (6) Silver 0.181 Nm(1.85 kgf-cm) Turn the computer over to remove the screw 4 under the keyboard a...

When installing: Route the cables as shown in the following illustration before you attach the keyboard bezel. 1110 Speaker assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly” on page...

1120 Media card reader For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly” on page 61 • “1040 Keyboard” on page 63 • “1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN or mSATA solid-state drive” on...

1130 Fingerprint reader If the computer you are servicing has the fingerprint reader, follow the following instructions to remove orreplace it. For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assemb...

6 5 1140 Power button sub card For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly” on page 61 • “1040 Keyboard” on page 63 • “1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN or mSATA solid-state d...

When installing: Ensure that the end of cable marked with PB is attached firmly to the power button sub card, and the end marked with MB is attached firmly to the system board. 1150 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive cable For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “...

For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1020 Battery pack” on page 60 • “1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly” on page 61 • “1040 Keyboard” on page 63 • “1050 Memory module” on page 66 • “1060 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN” on page 67 • “1070...

4 When installing: • Before you attach the thermal fan assembly to the computer, apply thermal grease, at an amount of 0.2 grams, on the parts marked a as in the following illustrations. Either too much or too less application of grease might cause a thermal problem due to imperfect contact with a c...

Removal steps of system board Attention: The following components soldered on the system board are extremely sensitive. When you service the system board, avoid any kind of rough handling. a Graphic Processing Unit (GPU) b Microprocessor c Platform Controller Hub (PCH) Note: The GPU is only availabl...

• “1030 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive assembly” on page 61 • “1040 Keyboard” on page 63 • “1050 Memory module” on page 66 • “1060 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN” on page 67 • “1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN or mSATA solid-state drive” on page 68 • “1080 Backup battery” on...

Removal steps of LCD unit 1 2 When installing: Ensure that the connectors are attached firmly. Detach the antennas as shown in the following illustration. 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 When installing: Ensure that the cables are routed correctly as shown in the above illustration. Chapter 9 . Removing or replacin...

2020 LCD bezel Removal steps of LCD bezel When installing: Ensure that all the latches are attached firmly. 2030 LCD panel For access, remove this FRU:• “2020 LCD bezel ” on page 87 Removal steps of LCD panel 1 1 1 1 1 1 Chapter 9 . Removing or replacing a FRU 87

Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 1 M2 × 2.5 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (6) Silver 0.181 Nm(1.85 kgf-cm) 3 4 2 2040 Integrated camera and microphone combo card For access, remove this FRU:• “2020 LCD bezel ” on page 87 Removal steps of integrated camera and microphone combo card 2 1 When installi...

2050 Hinges For access, remove these FRUs in order:• “1010 Bottom cover” on page 58 • “1040 Keyboard” on page 63 • “1060 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN” on page 67 • “1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN or mSATA solid-state drive” on page 68 • “1090 Keyboard bezel” on page 72 • “2010...

When installing: Before you install the hinges, route the cables as shown in the following illustration. Ensure that all cables are routed on the far side of the rib and no cables are pinched under the frame. 2060 Wireless antenna cables and LCD rear cover assembly For access, remove these FRUs in o...

3 3 3 3 Cable routing: When you install the antenna assembly, route the cables as shown in the following illustration. As you route the cables, ensure that they are not subject to any tension. Tension could cause thecables to be damaged by the cable guides, or a wire to be broken. 1 1 a b c d a Wire...

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