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Hardware Replacement Guide
Lenovo 3000 J Series
Types 8453, 8454, 8455, 8458, 8459, 8460
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Lenovo 3000 J Series
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First Edition (December 2005) © Copyright Lenovo 2005. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. U.S. GOVERNMENT USERS – RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo Group Limited, if any, or the standard terms of this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to accept this Program under t
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Contents Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Chapter 2. Replacing hardware . . . . .7 Safety information for replacing CRUs . . . . . .v Removing the cover . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Safety information for replacing FRUs . . . . . .v Replacing a memory module . . . . . . . . .8 Additional information resources . . . . . . .v Replacing a PCI adapter . . . . . . . . . .10 Tools required . . . . . . . . . . . . .vi Replacing a keyboard . . . . . . . . . . .11 Handling static-sensitiv
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Overview This guide is intended to be used by customers who are replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as trained service personnel who are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). In this document, CRUs and FRUs will be referred to as parts. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to the Hardware Maintenance Manual for parts ordering information. This guide does not include procedures for all parts. It is expected that cables, switches, and certain mechanical parts
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Tools required To replace some parts in your computer, you might need a flat-blade or Phillips screwdriver. Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and parts. When replacing a part, do not open the static-protective package containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to install the new part. When you handle parts and other computer components, take
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Chapter 1. Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls and components of the computer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the cover” on page 7. Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the location of connectors on the front of the computer. 1 USB connector 3 Microphone connector 2 Headphone connector 4 USB connector © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. 1
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Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the location of connectors on the rear of the computer. 1 Standard mouse connector 9 Audio line out connector 2 Parallel connector 10 Microphone connector 3 Ethernet connector 11 USB connectors 4 Audio line in connector 12 USB connectors 5 Power cord connector 13 VGA monitor connector 6 Voltage selection switch 14 Serial connector 7 PCI adapter connectors 15 Standar
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Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1 Optical drive 4 Power supply 2 Diskette drive bay 5 PCI adapter connector 3 Memory modules 6 AGP adapter connector Chapter 1. Locations 3
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Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices. The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board for some computer models. 1 Microprocessor and heat sink 11 Front panel connector 2 Microprocessor fan connector 12 Power LED connector 3 Memory connector 1 13 Clear CMOS/Recovery
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The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board for some computer models. 1 Microprocessor and heat sink 10 SATA IDE connectors 2 Fan connector 11 Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper 3 Memory connector 1 12 Front panel connector 4 Memory connector 2 13 Front USB connectors 5 Power connector 14 Front audio connector 6 Diskette drive connector 15 PCI adapter connectors 7 PATA secondary IDE connector 16 AGP adapter connector 8 PATA
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Chapter 2. Replacing hardware Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Quick Reference that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Quick Reference or HMM, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. Note: Use only the parts provided by Lenovo. Removing the cover Important Turn off your computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the
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6. Remove the two screws at the rear of the computer cover and slide the cover to the rear to remove. Replacing a memory module Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Quick Reference that was included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for the computer. To obtain copies of the Quick Reference or HMM, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions o
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3. Remove the two screws at the front of the chassis securing the drive bay assembly. 4. Slide the drive bay assembly forward until the drive bay assembly is aligned with the two slots on the sides of the chassis and remove the drive cables from the system board. Then pivot the drive bay assembly upward to remove it completely from the computer. 5. Remove any parts that might prevent access to the memory connectors. 6. Remove the memory module being replaced by
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7. Position the replacement memory module over the memory connector. Make sure that the notch 1on the memory module aligns correctly with the connector key2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the memory connector until the retaining clips close. 8. Align the drive bay assembly with the two slots and rails on the sides of the chassis, reconnect the drive cables on the system board, and then slide the drive bay assembly towards the rear of the ch
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3. Remove the adapter cover latch and remove the failing adapter. 4. Remove the adapter from its static-protective package. 5. Install the adapter into the appropriate connector on the system board. 6. Install the adapter cover latch and insert the screw that secure the adapter. 7. Go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 12. Replacing a keyboard Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in
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3. Locate the keyboard connector. Note: Your keyboard might be connected to a standard keyboard connector 1or a USB connector 2. Depending on where your keyboard is connected, see “Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 2 or “Locating the connectors on the front of your computer” on page 1. 4. Disconnect the failing keyboard cable from the computer. 5. Connect the new keyboard to the appropriate connector on the computer. 6. Go to “Completing t
