This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo C50-30 All-In-One computers listed on the cover. 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 Information.
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– Blowers and fans – Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.) • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potential hazards posed by these products. Each computer, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.
• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlets. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
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To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
This chapter provides general information that applies to all computer models covered by this manual. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Type Lenovo C50-30 This section lists the physical specifications. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10°...
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1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
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5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from the keyboard. Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 characters (a-z and 0-9).
To set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See ”Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13.) 2. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press the Enter key.
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13). 2. From the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu, select the Startup option.
Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press the Esc key to return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press the Esc key several times. Do one of the following: •...
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3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or component. If all devices and components have been removed and the problem continues, replace the system board. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
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. Step 2. Disconnect the power cord from the connector on the computer, then unplug the power cord from electrical outlet. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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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Remove the 2 screws that secure the optical drive to the metal bracket. Step 9. Use a small flat head screwdriver to press and push out the pins that secure the cover to the disk. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
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Step 8. Remove the seven screws that secure the middle cover to the chassis, then Step 9. The middle cover is pinned to the rear deco, use a plastic spudger to release the middle cover as shown. Chapter 7 Replacing hardware...
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
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Follow the numbers printed on the new heat-sink to secure it in order using the screws. Use the sealing tape to seal the gap in-between the system fan and heat-sink. Step 14. Reattach the EMI cover, middle cover, optical drive, stand holder, foot cover and stand base. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
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Step 6. Remove the memory modules. Refer to “Replacing a memory module”. Step 7. Remove the optical drive. Refer to “Replacing the optical drive”. Step 8. Remove the stand holder. Refer to “Removing the stand holder”. Step 9. Remove the middle cover. Refer to “Removing the middle cover”. Step 10.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. 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 computer screen from scratches or other damage.
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Step 7. Remove the stand holder. Refer to “Removing the stand holder”. Step 8. Remove the middle cover. Refer to “Removing the middle cover”. Step 9. Remove the EMI cover. Refer to “Removing the EMI cover”. Step 10. Remove the system fan. Refer to “Replacing the system fan”. Step 11.
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Step 19. Remove the four screws that secure the LED panel to the chassis. Step 20. Lift up the chassis from the LED panel. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 21. Remove the LVDS cable from the connector on the LED panel. Step 22. To install the new the LED panel module: Connect the LVDS cable to the LED panel. Line up the chassis with new LED panel module, place the chassis into position. Connect the converter cable to the connector on the LED panel.
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Secure the chassis and LED panel to the front bezel using the four screws. Attach the speaker module to the new LED module. Step 23. Reattach the system fan, EMI cover, middle cover, optical drive, computer stand, foot cover and stand base. Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Chapter 8. FRU lists This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs) for Lenovo C50-30 All-In-One desktop computer. Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs. Notes: FRUs that have a 1 or 2 in the CRU column are Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs).
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W C50-30 HDD SATA Cable 5C10G86519 W C50-30 Converter-Panel Cable LG 5C10G86495 W C50-30 Converter-Panel Cable SAM 5C10G86516 W C50-30 LVDS Cable 5C10G86492 Antenna W C50-30 SPEED 5A30G86509 Antenna W C50-30 WNC 5A30G86488 Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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5CB0G86526 Front Cover W C50-30 BLK NT 5CB0G86493 Front Cover W C50-30 WHT NT 5CB0G86513 DISPLAY LCD Module W C50-30 TS LG BLK 5D10G81603 LCD Module W C50-30 TS SAM BLK 5D10G81610 LCD Module W C50-30 TS LG WHT 5D10G81607...
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Luxshare 1.0M C5 Europe Power Cord 31049518 Longwell B LAck single head 1.0M India Power Cord 31035395 Luxshare 1.0M C5 India Power Cord 31503353 Longwell B LAck single head 1.0M Italy C5 Power Cord® 31039104 Lenovo C50 Series All-In-One Computer Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Volex 1.0M C5 Italy Power Cord 31049504 Luxshare 1.0M C5 Italy Power Cord 31503359 Longwell B LAck single head 1.0M Brazil Power Cord® 31035828 Volex 1.0M C5 Brazil Power Cord 31049505 Luxshare 1.0M C5 Brazil Power Cord 31503357 31039100 Longwell B LAck single head 1.0M Argentina C5 Power Cord® Volex 1.0M C5 LA Power Cord 31049507 31503356...
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