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 material that does not insulate you when working with live electrical currents. Many customers have, near their equipment, rubber floor mats that contain small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharges.
– 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 each machine was designed and built, required safety items were installed to protect users and service technicians from injury.
2. Make sure 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 product. • Avoid contact with other people. •...
Laser compliance statement (multilingual translations) The laser compliance statements in this section are provided in the following languages: • English • Arabic • Brazilian Portuguese • French • German • Hebrew • Japanese • Korean • Spanish • Traditional Chinese Chapter 1 Safety information...
– “FRU identification for CTO, CMV, and GAV products” on page 27 Important: • Advise customers to contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center if they need any assistance in obtaining or installing any software fixes, drivers, and UEFI BIOS downloads. Telephone numbers for Lenovo Support are available at: http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone...
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) This provides the ability for a customer to configure a Lenovo solution from an eSite, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label, Product Entitlement Warehouse (PEW), eSupport, and the HMM will load these products as the 4-digit MT and 3-digit model, where model = “CTO”...
Custom Model Variant (CMV) This is a unique configuration that has been negotiated between Lenovo and the customer. A unique 4-digit MT and 3-digit model is provided to the customer to place orders (Example: 1829-W15). A CMV is a special bid offering.
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• eSupport can be used to view the complete list of FRUs for a machine type and model. • 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.
“What to do first” on page 29 • “Checkout guide” on page 30 – “System supporting the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program and the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostics program” on page 30 – “System supporting the Lenovo diagnostics programs” on page 34 •...
System supporting the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program and the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostics program The section provides information about ThinkPad computers that support the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox ® program and the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostics program. Some descriptions might not apply to your particular computer.
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Configuration utility for DOS. The utility is available on the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Testing the computer Note: The PC-Doctor for DOS CD-R/CD-RW disc supports only test of internal optical disc drives (CD-RW, CD-RW/DVD Combo, and DVD Multi drives) on ThinkPad computers.
Benchmark System DOS Shell Tech Support Form Battery Rundown Erase Drive Contents View PCDR Host Log Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox ® ® Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox is a diagnostic program that works through the Windows operating system. It enables you to view symptoms of computer problems and solutions for them, and includes automatic notification when action is required, computing assistance, advanced diagnostics, and diagnostic history.
Web site. To run this program, do as follows: Windows 7: Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ System and Security ➙ Lenovo - System Health and Diagnostics. Windows XP: Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox.
The Lenovo Solution Center program is available for download at http://www.lenovo.com/diags To run the Lenovo Solution Center program, click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ System and Security ➙ Lenovo - System Health and Diagnostics, and then follow the instructions on the screen.
• Microsoft Windows Server 2003 • Microsoft Windows Server 2008 To download and install a quick test program, go to http://www.lenovo.com/diags and follow the instructions on the Web site. To run a test using a quick test program, do the following: 1.
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 page 36, and check the power sources.
Voltage (V dc) Ground (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, do the following: •...
Terminal Voltage (V dc) + 0 to + 12.6 Ground (-) 3. If the voltage is less than +11.0 V dc, the battery pack has been discharged. Note: Recharging will take at least 3 hours, even if the indicator does not turn on. If the voltage is still less than +11.0 V dc after recharging, replace the battery.
Service Web site: When the latest maintenance diskette and the system program service diskette become available, they will be posted on http://www.lenovo.com/support. Restoring the factory contents by using Recovery Disc Set When the hard disk drive is replaced because of a failure, no product recovery program is on the new drive.
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 the license. If you agree with the terms and conditions, select I accept these terms and conditions and then click Next.
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 authorized service technicians provide any services to reset either the user or the master HDP, or to recover data from the hard disk drive.
4. Select Password. 5. Select Hard-disk x password, where x is the letter of the hard disk drive. A pop-up window opens. 6. Select Master HDP. 7. Type the current master HDP in the Enter Current Password field. then leave the Enter New Password field blank, and press Enter twice.
• The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk drive. • The system is powered off. Note: If the computer enters the hibernation mode while it is docked to the docking station, do not undock it before resuming normal operation.
Numeric error codes Table 3. Numeric error codes Symptom or error (beeps, if any) FRU or action, in sequence 0187 System board. EAIA data access error-The access to EEPROM is failed. (two short beeps) 0189 System board. Invalid RFID configuration information area—The EEPROM checksum is not correct.
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 and it should be replaced.
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2. Visually check each FRU for damage. Replace any damaged FRU. 3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: a. Non-ThinkPad devices b. Printer, mouse, and other external devices c. Battery pack d. Hard disk drive e. External diskette drive or optical drive f.
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Table 7. Status indicators (continued) Indicator Meaning Sleep (standby) The illumination dot in the ThinkPad logo on the outer lid of the computer and on the status palm rest works as a system-status indicator: it shows whether the computer is in sleep (standby), hibernation, or normal mode.
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Table 8. Special keys (continued) Description Special key Wireless radio control Enables or disables the built-in wireless networking features. If you press this key, a list of (F9) wireless features is displayed. You can quickly change the radio state of each feature in the list. Notes: If you want to use this button to enable or disable the wireless features, the following device drivers must be installed on your computer beforehand: •...
CRU; and (2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective part within thirty (30) days of your receipt of the replacement CRU. See your Lenovo Limited Warranty documentation for full details.
If you replace the system board, you must restore the serial number of the system unit to its original value. Before replacing the system board, save the original serial number by doing the following: 1. Install the LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.76 or later, and restart the computer.
When you replace the system board, you must set the UUID on the new system board as follows: 1. Install the LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.76 or later, and restart the computer. 2. From the main menu, select 4. Assign UUID. A new UUID is created and written. If a valid UUID already exists, it is not overwritten.
CRU; and (2) you may be charged for the replacement CRU if Lenovo does not receive the defective part within thirty (30) days of your receipt of the replacement CRU. See your Lenovo Limited Warranty documentation for full details.
Important notice for replacing a battery pack: • Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox or Lenovo Solution Center ( in Windows 7) has an automatic battery diagnostic that determines if the battery pack is defective. A battery pack FRU should not be replaced unless this diagnostic shows that the battery is defective.
When installing: Install the battery pack in the slot. Make sure that the battery latch is in the locked position. 1020 ExpressCard blank bezel Removal steps of ExpressCard blank bezel When you press the ExpressCard blank bezel , it pops out Chapter 8 Removing and replacing a FRU...
When installing: Make sure that the bezel is correctly oriented as shown in the following figure. 1030 Bottom slot cover For access, remove this FRU: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 Removal steps of bottom slot cover Note: Loosen the screws , but do not remove them.
1040 Optical drive or travel cover For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 Removal steps of optical drive or travel cover Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 ×...
1050 Memory modules For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 Removal steps of memory modules Note: If only one memory module is used on the computer you are servicing, the card must be installed in SLOT-0 ( : lower slot), but not in SLOT-1 ( : upper slot).
• Never remove the drive while the computer is operating or is in suspend mode. Removal steps of HDD assembly Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque Black 0.181 Nm M2 × 6 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (2) (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Make sure the HDD is attached firmly. Chapter 8 Removing and replacing a FRU...
Removal steps of HDD bracket Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M3 × 2.8 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (4) Black 0.392 Nm (4 kgf-cm) 1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 •...
Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 3 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Plug the gray cable into the jack marked MAIN or M, and the black cable into the jack marked AUX or A on the card. Note: In models with a wireless LAN card that has three antenna connectors, plug the gray cable (MAIN) into the jack marked TR1, the white cable (third) into the jack marked RO or TR3, and the black cable (AUX) into the jack marked TR2 on the card.
Removal steps of PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN In step , unplug the jacks by using the removal tool antenna RF connector (P/N: 08K7159) or pick the connectors with your fingers and gently unplug them in the direction of the arrow. When installing: Plug the orange cable into the jack marked MAIN, and the blue cable into the jack marked AUX on the card.
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• Ensure that you partition the mSATA solid-state drive after installing it on the computer you are servicing. Otherwise, the mSATA solid-state drive will not function correctly. For instructions on on how to partition an mSATA solid-state drive, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/msata-fru.http://www.lenovo.com/support/msata-fru.. Step Screw (quantity)
1090 Backup battery For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 Removal steps of backup battery DANGER Use only the battery specified in the parts list for your computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode.
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Removal steps of keyboard When installing: Make sure the screws have been fastened to secure to keyboard. Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 6 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Chapter 8 Removing and replacing a FRU...
When installing: Make sure that the connectors are attached firmly. When installing: Attach the keyboard so that the keyboard edge is under the frame as shown in the following figure. 1120 Top case assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
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Removal steps of top case assembly Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque Black 0.181 Nm M2 × 6 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (10) (1.85 kgf-cm) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque Black 0.181 Nm M2 × 3 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (5) (1.85 kgf-cm) Chapter 8 Removing and replacing a FRU...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 6 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Make sure that the connector is attached firmly to the system board. In step , push the top case assembly out from the frame by using a plastic pry tool as shown in the following figure.
Remove the top case assembly in the direction shown by the arrow , and then detach the connector When installing: Make sure that the connector is attached firmly to the system board. 1130 Bluetooth daughter card For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
Removal steps of Bluetooth daughter card Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × 3 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Make sure that the connector on the bottom side of the card is attached firmly to the system board.
Removal steps of speaker assembly When installing: Attach the speaker assembly and route the cable as shown in the following figure, and make sure that the speaker connector is attached firmly. 1160 System board assembly and fan assembly Important notices for handling the system board: When handling the system board, bear the following in mind.
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Note: If the test shows that the HDD Active Protection System is not functioning, be sure to document the drop in any reject report, and replace the system board. • Avoid rough handling of any kind. • At every point in the process, be sure not to drop or stack the system board. •...
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For models with an integrated thermal module Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × 3 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 3 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Make sure that the connector is attached firmly to the system board. When installing: • Make sure that the cables are attached to the cable guides firmly. •...
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• When you route the cables, make sure that they are not subjected to any tension. Tension could cause the cables to be damaged by the cable guides, or a wire to be broken. Removal steps of fan assembly Loosen the screws , but do not remove them.
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When installing: Before you attach the fan assembly to the computer, apply thermal grease, at an amount of 0.2 grams, on the part marked as shown in the following figures. Either too much or too less application of grease can cause a thermal problem due to imperfect contact with a component. You need to peel the thin film off from the rubbers marked For models with a discrete fan assembly For models with an integrated fan assembly...
1170 CPU For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1020 ExpressCard blank bezel” on page 57 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 • “1040 Optical drive or travel cover” on page 59 •...
1180 DC-in sub card and base cover assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1020 ExpressCard blank bezel” on page 57 • “1040 Optical drive or travel cover” on page 59 •...
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Removal steps of base cover assembly Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2.5 × 6 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.392 Nm (4 kgf-cm) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2.5 × 6 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.392 Nm (4 kgf-cm) Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Applying labels to the base cover The new base cover FRU is shipped with a kit containing labels of several kinds. If the Windows Authentication label (COA) is attached to a part that is replaced, return the old part with the label attached to the customer, or provide a letter to the customer stating what the label was originally on the system and what the label part number, serial number, and product key were.
For the location of each label, refer to the following figure: 1190 LCD unit For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 • “1040 Optical drive or travel cover” on page 59 •...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2.5 × 6 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.392 Nm (4 kgf-cm) When installing: Make sure that the connector is attached firmly to the system board. In step , release wireless antenna cables from the cable guides. Chapter 8 Removing and replacing a FRU...
2010 LCD bezel assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 • “1040 Optical drive or travel cover” on page 59 • “1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN” on page 62 •...
Step Screw cap Screw (quantity) Color Torque Black 0.181 Nm M2 × 4.5 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (4) (1.85 kgf-cm) When installing: Make sure that all the latches are attached firmly. Then secure the bezel with the screws. 2020 Integrated camera For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
When installing: Make sure that the connector is attached firmly. 2030 LCD panel, LCD cable, LCD rear cover assembly, and hinges For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 •...
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When installing: Make sure that the LCD connector is attached firmly. Removal steps of hinges Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 3.5 mm, wafer-head, nylon-coated (4) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Chapter 8 Removing and replacing a FRU...
2040 Wireless LAN antenna assembly, wireless WAN antenna assembly, and LCD rear cover assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Battery pack” on page 56 • “1030 Bottom slot cover” on page 58 • “1040 Optical drive or travel cover” on page 59 •...
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Cable routing: When you install the antenna assembly, route the cables as shown in the following figure. As you route the cables, make sure that they are not subjected to any tension. Tension could cause the cables to be damaged by the cable guides, or a wire to be broken. : Wireless LAN AUX antenna (black) : Wireless WAN AUX antenna (blue) : Wireless WAN MAIN antenna (orange)
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Note: Some models might have a third white cable for wireless LAN. Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Rear view Sleep (standby) status indicator eSATA/USB connector Media Card Reader slot USB connectors Combo audio jack External monitor connector HDMI port RJ-45 (Ethernet) connector : For the description of the sleep (standby) status indicator, see Chapter 5 “Status indicators” on page 47. Bottom view Battery pack Bottom slot cover...
CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You may find a list of CRUs in the publications that ship with your product or at http://www.lenovo.com/CRUs. You may be required to return the defective part that is replaced by the CRU.
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Table 9. Parts list - Overall No. FRU (Overall) FRU no. LCD unit (see “LCD FRUs” on page 105.) Keyboard (see “Keyboard” on page 108.) 04W4061 N Top case assembly without fingerprint reader, painted • 1141-CTO • 1167-CTO • 1198-CTO 04W1478 N Top case assembly without fingerprint reader, without paint •...
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Table 10. Parts list - LCD (continued) No. FRU (LCD) FRU no. Microphone 04W0447 N • 1141-CTO, 3Vx, 3Wx, E3x, E2x • 1167-CTO • 1198-CTO Wireless WAN antenna set for 1141 and 1167 04W1846 04W1886 Wireless LAN antenna set 04W1845 04W1885 Hinges, black 04W2237...
Table 17. Parts list—Windows XP Professional (32 bit) recovery DVDs (continued) Language 03W7477 Simplified Chinese Spanish 03W7495 03W7496 Swedish Traditional Chinese 03W7478 Turkish 03W7497 03W7979 US English Windows 7 Home Basic (32 bit) DVDs Windows 7 Home Basic (32 bit) is preinstalled as the operating system in the following models: •...
Table 19. Parts list—Windows 7 Home Basic (64 bit) recovery DVDs Language CRU ID Arabic 04T2964 Brazilian Portuguese 04T2965 French 04T2968 Indian English 04T2967 Portuguese 04T2969 Russian 04T2970 Serbian-Latin 04T2972 04T2966 Simplified Chinese Spanish 04T2971 Turkish 04T2973 04T2974 US English Windows 7 Home Premium (32 bit) DVDs Windows 7 Home Premium (32 bit) is preinstalled as the operating system in the following models: •...
Table 22. Parts list—Windows 7 Professional (32 bit) recovery DVDs Language CRU ID French 04T2919 Germany 04T2920 Indian English 04T2918 Japanese 04T2921 Simplified Chinese 04T2917 04T2922 Spanish US English 04T2923 04T2924 English, Danish, Finnish, Swedish, and Norwegian English, Dutch, French, German, and Italian 04T2925 Windows 7 Professional (64 bit) DVDs Windows 7 Professional (64 bit) is preinstalled as the operating system in the following models:...
USB floppy diskette drive for maintenance diskette 05K9283 USB floppy diskette drive tool kit 27L3452 Test card for integrated Smart Card 42W7820 — LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.76 or later Note: Download the file from the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Part Number: 0A60575_05 Printed in (1P) P/N: 0A60575_05 *1P0A60575_05*...