Page 4 - Note
Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand Chapter 2 “Safetyinformation” on page 3 and Appendix A “Notices” on page 161. First Edition (May 2011) © Copyright Lenovo 2011. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursua...
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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 safety ....
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Keyboard and Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Adapters and miscellaneous FRUs . . . . . . . 142 Power Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Recovery discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Windows 7 Professional 64 Recovery CD . . 150 Windows 7 Ultimate 64 Recovery CD . . . . 155 Chapter 11. Additi...
Page 7 - 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 frontcover. It is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo® computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Informati...
Page 8 - distribution center at the time of order.
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 implementation date and expects its suppliersto be ready to support Lenovo's requirements and schedule in the EU. Product...
Page 9 - 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 12 - Grounding requirements; DANGER
• Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to eliminate static on your body. • Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap. • Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide a static-free work surfac...
Page 13 - • Throw or immerse into water
• When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modemsbefore you open the device covers, unless instr...
Page 16 - PERIGO
≥18 kg (37 lbs) ≥32 kg (70.5 lbs) ≥55 kg (121.2 lbs) 1 2 PERIGO 10 ThinkStation Hardware Maintenance Manual
Page 18 - 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 22 - 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 23 - 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 25 - • 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 26 - 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 29 - 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 33 - 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 34 - 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 35 - Chapter 3. General information; Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools; The Lenovo ThinkVantage; Start; Program name; Lenovo Welcome
Chapter 3. General information This chapter provides general information that applies to all machine types supported by this publication. Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools The Lenovo ThinkVantage ® Tools program guides you to a host of information sources and provides easy access to various tools to help yo...
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 sequence mighthave been changed. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or formatting.Data or programs can be overwritten if you select an...
Page 39 - Chapter 5. Diagnostics; See “PC-Doctor for DOS” on page 33 for detailed information.; Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox; . Follow the instructions on; Creating a diagnostic disc; To create a diagnostic disc, do the following:; Running the diagnostic program from the diagnostic disc
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 computer.You can use the preinstalled Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program to dia...
Page 40 - Test results
To run the diagnostic program from the diagnostic disc that you created, do the following: 1. Make sure that your computer is turned off. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. Insert the diagnostic disc i...
Page 41 - Quick and Full erase - hard disk drive; Enter; Viewing the test log
• Failure Type: Represents the type of error encountered. • DeviceID: Contains the component's unit-ID that corresponds to a fixed disk drive, removable media drive, serial orparallel port, processor, specific RIMM, or a device on the PCI bus. • Date: Contains the date when the diagnostic test was r...
Page 43 - Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility program; Starting the Setup Utility program
Chapter 6. Using the Setup Utility program You can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configuration settings of your computer,regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the operating system settings might overrideany similar settings in the Setup Utility program. ...
Page 44 - Security
Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, itis recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strong password,use the following guidelines: • Have at least eight characters in lengt...
Page 45 - Enabling or disabling a device; USB Setup; External SATA Port; Disabled; Devices; Selecting a startup device; Startup
Note: A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters. For more information, see “Password considerations” on page 38. Enabling or disabling a device This section provides information on how to enable or disable user access to the following devices: USB Setup Use this...
Page 46 - Exiting the Setup Utility program; • If you do not want to save the settings, select; Exit
Exiting the Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program main menu.You might have to press Esc several times. Do one of the following: • If you want to save the new settings, press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program...
Page 47 - Chapter 7. Configuring RAID; RAID Level
Chapter 7. Configuring RAID This chapter provides information about how to configure Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID)for your computer. Note: The information about configuring RAID in this chapter is applicable only for a Windows environment. For information about configuring RAID in a Li...
Page 49 - Notes; Hard disk drive boot error; A hard disk drive boot error can have the following causes.; Error; Power Supply Problems; If you suspect a power problem, use the following procedures.
Chapter 8. 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 31. This index can also be used to help youdecide which FRUs to have available when servicing a computer. If...
Page 50 - Diagnostic error codes; In the following index,; Diagnostic Error Code
Diagnostic error codes Refer to the following diagnostic error codes when using the diagnostic tests. See “Running tests” on page34 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 67 - POST
Diagnostic Error Code FRU/Action 305-000-XXX Monitor DDC Test Passed No action 305-250-XXX Monitor DDC self test failure 1. Run the Setup Utility program 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 ...
Page 69 - Miscellaneous error messages
POST Error code POST Error message Description/Action 0197 System Security - Unauthorized securitydata change detected Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program.Then press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utilityprogram. 0190 System Security - Invalid security changerequested Press F1 to enter the S...
Page 71 - Undetermined problems; d. Extended video memory
Undetermined problems This section provides instructions on how to find out the failing devices or adapters. 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. a. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Any adapters c. Memory modules d. Ex...
Page 73 - Chapter 9. Replacing FRUs; Important; Locations
Chapter 9. Replacing FRUs This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for replacing major FRUs. Important Be sure to read and understand the Chapter 2 “Safety information” on page 3 before replacing any FRU.These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely. FRU replacements are to be do...
Page 74 - Locating connectors on the rear of your computer; Connector
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. Figure 2....
Page 76 - Locating components
Locating components Figure 3 “Component locations” on page 70 shows the locations of the various components in yourcomputer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 72. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Heat sink and fan assembly 7 Front fan assembly 2 Microprocessor 8 ...
Page 77 - Locating parts on the system board
Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 “System board part locations” on page 71 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board part locations 1 4-pin power connector 14 Front panel connector for power switch and LED indicators 2 Microprocessor fan connector 15 Fron...
Page 78 - Removing the computer cover; To remove the computer cover, do the following:
Removing the computer cover Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation User Guide . To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation User Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkStationUserGuides. This secti...
Page 79 - computer to remove the cover.; Removing and reinstalling the front bezel; To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following:
6. Press the cover-release button on the side of the computer and slide the cover to the rear of the computer to remove the cover. Figure 5. Removing the computer cover Removing and reinstalling the front bezel Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understandi...
Page 80 - Installing or replacing a PCI card; To install or replace a PCI card, do the following:
3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivoting the front bezel outward. Figure 6. Removing the front bezel 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...
Page 82 - amount until it is removed from the card slot.; Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package.
Figure 8. 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 the card slot. b. If the card is held in place by a retaining latch, disengage the card retaining latch in either of the two ...
Page 83 - Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCI card.; Installing or replacing a memory module; parts on the system board” on page 71.
7. Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCI card. Figure 10. Installing a PCI 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 102. Insta...
Page 84 - module out of the memory slot.; want to install the memory module.
4. Locate the memory slots. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 71. 5. Remove any parts that might prevent your access to the memory slots. Depending on your computer model, you might need to remove the PCI Express x16 graphics card for easier access to the memoryslots. See “Installing ...
Page 85 - Replacing the battery; ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide
7. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips close. Figure 13. Installing a memory module 8. Reinstall the...
Page 86 - might be displayed. This is normal after replacing the battery.; Installing or replacing the optical drive; To install or replace an optical drive, do the following:
4. Remove the old battery. Figure 14. Removing the old battery 5. Install a new battery. Figure 15. Installing a new battery 6. Reinstall the computer cover and connect the cables. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 102. Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after repla...
Page 88 - Replacing the card reader
6. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay from the front of the computer until the optical drive snaps into position. Figure 18. Installing the optical drive 7. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new optical drive. Figure 19. Connecting the optical drive 8. Reinstall the fro...
Page 90 - “Locating parts on the system board” on page 71.; Replacing the power supply assembly
8. Slide the new card reader into the drive bay until it snaps into position. 9. Reconnect the card reader cable to one of the available front USB connectors on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 71. 10. Reinstall the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the fr...
Page 91 - To replace the power supply assembly, do the following:
DANGER Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. CAUTION:Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this labelattached. There are no servicea...
Page 92 - power supply assembly.; assembly align with those in the chassis.; Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly
5. Lay the computer on its side and remove the four screws at the rear of the chassis that secure the power supply assembly. Figure 22. Removing the screws for the power supply assembly 6. Slide the power supply assembly to the front of the computer and then lift it out of the chassis. 7. Ensure tha...
Page 94 - Replacing the microprocessor
b. Partially tighten screw 3 , then fully tighten screw 4 , and then fully tighten screw 3 . 10. Connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 71. What to do next: • To work with another piece of...
Page 96 - 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 97 - Replacing the system board; To replace the system board, do the following:
What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 102. Replacing the system board Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “I...
Page 99 - Replacing the primary hard disk drive; To replace the primary hard disk drive, do the following:
3. Align the notches 1 of the microprocessor socket cover with the alignment keys 2 of the microprocessor socket. Lower the socket cover straight down into the microprocessor socket on the system board. Note: Your microprocessor socket and cover might look slightly different from the illustration. 4...
Page 101 - Replacing the secondary hard disk drive
10. Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive cage until it snaps into position. 11. Align the drive cage pivot pin with the slot 1 in the upper drive cage and slide the hard disk drive cage into the chassis. 12. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive. 13. Press d...
Page 104 - Replacing the front fan assembly; The front fan assembly is only available in some models.
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 102. Replacing the front fan assembly Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading an...
Page 106 - Replacing the rear fan assembly
6. Insert the two tabs 2 of the new front fan assembly into the corresponding holes in the chassis, and press the other two tabs 1 through the holes until the front fan assembly is secured in place. Figure 34. Installing the front fan assembly 7. Connect the front fan assembly cable to the front fan...
Page 107 - chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes.
4. Disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the rear fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 71. 5. The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear fan assembly by breaking or cutting the rubber mounts and gently ...
Page 108 - Completing the parts replacement
7. Pull on the tips of the rubber mounts until the rear fan assembly is secured in place. Figure 36. Installing the rear fan assembly 8. Connect the rear fan assembly cable to the rear fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 71. What to do next: • To work ...
Page 109 - Install the screws to secure the computer cover.
3. 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. 4. Position the computer cover on the chassis so that the rail guides on the bottom o...
Page 111 - Chapter 10. FRU lists; FRUs
Chapter 10. 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 "1", "2", or "N" in the CRU column. "N" means that ...
Page 116 - Mechanical FRUs; The FRUs listed in the following tables are not illustrated.
Item # FRUs FRU # CRU 9 Hard disk drive, 80 GB Solid State Drive (SSD) - MLC HDD, 2.5" • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO 18M • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 03T7025 1 9 Hard disk drive, 160 GB SSD - MLC HDD, 2.5" • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO 22M 23M 65J 66J 67J • MT 7821: CTO • MT ...
Page 120 - Keyboard and Mouse; CRU
FRUs FRU # CRU Rear USB 2 ports II HP • MT 7782: all models • MT 7783: all models • MT 7821: all models • MT 7823: all models • MT 7824: all models 42Y8005 2 PS2 cable_R_170 mm_knockout (With screw) • MT 7782: all models • MT 7783: all models • MT 7821: all models • MT 7823: all models • MT 7824: al...
Page 147 - Mice
Keyboard (Enhanced Performance) FRU # CRU Turkish • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 41A4996 1 UK English • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 41A4997 1 US Euro • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO •...
Page 148 - Adapters and miscellaneous FRUs
Adapters and miscellaneous FRUs Adapters & Misc FRU # CRU 256 MB NVIDIA NVS295 (2xDP) • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO 49V • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 46R2782 1 512M NVIDIA Quadro 400 (DVI+DP) • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 03T8040 1 512M...
Page 150 - Power Cords
Adapters & Misc FRU # CRU NVIDIA Quadro 2000 (Dual Link DVI+DP+DP) 1 GB GDDR5 • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO 15J 21M 22M 23M 26G 41U 41F 43U 43F 56J 57J 58J 62J 63J 64J 65J 66J 67J • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 15J 17J 21J 25J 29M 31M 43G 48G 57U 57F 99U 99L 99G 99M 99A 99H 99R 99E...
Page 156 - Recovery discs; Windows 7 Professional 64
Power Cords --secondary FRU # CRU Line Cord - South Africa • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO 16M 17M 18M 19M 21M 22M 23M 24M 25G 26G 27G 28G 29G • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 26M 27M 28M 29M 31M 32G 33G 34G 35G 36G 37G 38G 39G 41G 42G 43G 44G 45G 46G 47G 48G 97M 98M 99M 97G 98G 99G 97A 98...
Page 161 - Windows 7 Ultimate 64 Recovery CD; Windows 7 Ultimate 64
Windows 7 Professional 64 FRU # CRU C&L Croatian (EN/SL/CR) • MT 7782: CTO • MT 7783: CTO 25G 26G 27G 28G 29G • MT 7821: CTO • MT 7823: CTO • MT 7824: CTO 32G 33G 34G 35G 36G 37G 38G 39G 41G 42G 43G 44G 45G 46G 47G 48G 97G 98G 99G 81G 03W2788 1 Windows 7 Ultimate 64 Recovery CD Windows 7 Ultimat...
Page 163 - Chapter 11. Additional service information; Security features
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 168 - The emission notices information is available in the; Trademarks
Television output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory-installed television-output feature. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S.patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision C...
Page 169 - Index
Index A Administrator, password 38 audio line-in connector 68 audio line-out connector 68 B battery, replacing 79 boot-block recovery 158 C card reader, replacing 82 changing password 38 startup device sequence 39 components, internal 70 computer cover removing 72 computer cover, reinstalling 102 co...