Contents Overview ..................1 Chapter 1 Locations ..............5 Locating components and connectors ...........5 Chapter 2 Replacing hardware ..........9 General information ................9 Replacing a memory module ............10 Replacing the optical drive ............12 Replacing the hard disk drive ............14 Replacing the keyboard and mouse ..........16 Replacing the power cord ............17 Chapter 3 Appendix ..............
Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo®. The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to those models that have the TV-Tuner card installed. It does not apply to those models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed.
Troubleshooting information • Parts information • Links to other useful sources of information To access this information, go to: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Tools required You need the following tools to disassemble the computer: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge •...
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• Limit your movements. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you. • Always handle parts and other computer components carefully. Handle adapters, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry. • Prevent others from touching the parts and other computer components.
Locations Chapter This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls and components of the computer. Locating components and connectors The following illustrations will help you to locate the various components and connectors in your computer. Font view The following illustration shows the location of controls and componens on the front of the computer.
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Built-in microphone Camera Power button Built-in IR receiver (only functional on models equipped with a IR receiver module) Hard disk drive indicator Wireless LAN card indicator LCD ON/OFF indicator (When Menu button turning on the LCD, the indicator light will be off; when turning off the LCD, the indicator light will be solid on.) Direction button...
Rear view The following illustration shows the location of connectors on the rear of the computer. Ethernet connector USB ports (4) TV tuner port Power connector Hardware Replacement Guide...
Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen from scratches or other damage.
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5. Push out the latches on both sides of the memory socket to release the memory module and gently pull the memory module upward to remove it from its socket. All of the memory modules can be removed using the same procedure.
To remove the optical drive: Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the screen from scratches or other damage.
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7. Push a small metal stick (e.g.a paper clip) into the small hole on the optical drive cover so that the drive springs out as shown. 8. Remove the 2 screws that secure the optical drive to the metal bracket. 9.
To replace the hard disk drive: Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the screen from scratches or other damage.
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2. Remove the screw that secures the hard disk drive bay to the chassis. 3. Spring up the handle on the hard disk drive bay, then slide and lift the hard disk drive bay out of the chassis as shown. 4.
Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com To replace the keyboard: 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com To replace the power cord 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.
Thank you for using Lenovo products. Carefully read all documents shipped with your computer before you install and use the product for the first time. Lenovo is not responsible for any loss except when caused by installation and operations performed by Lenovo professional service personnel.
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