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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the Safety and Warranty Guide for this product and “Notices,” on page 45. First Edition (February 2008) © Copyright Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as de
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Contents Replacing the heat sink . . . . . . . . . .25 Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Replacing a hard disk drive . . . . . . . . .27 Replacing an optical drive . . . . . . . . .29 Chapter 1. Important safety information 1 Replacing the diskette drive . . . . . . . . .31 Installing or replacing a memory module . . . .32 Chapter 2. Overview . . . . . . . . .3 Replacing a adapter card . . . . . . . . . .34 Additional information resources . . . . . . .3 Replacing the
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Figures 1. Controls and connectors . . . . . . . . .5 20. Accessing the heat sink . . . . . . . .25 2. Connector locations . . . . . . . . . .6 21. Removing the heat sink . . . . . . . .26 3. Component locations . . . . . . . . . .8 22. Accessing the hard drive . . . . . . . .27 4. System board parts locations . . . . . . .9 23. Removing the hard disk drive . . . . . .28 5. Pivoting the cover . . . . . . . . . .12 24. Removing the hard disk drive and 6. Pivoting t
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Chapter 1. Important safety information CAUTION: Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and understanding the safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to your product. © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. 1
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Chapter 2. Overview This guide provides information about replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). This guide does not include procedures for all parts. It is expected that cables, switches, and certain mechanical parts be replaced by trained service personnel without the need for step-by-step procedures. ® Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo . This guide contains instructions for installing and or replacing the following parts: v Battery v Power supply v Heat sink v
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Handling static-sensitive devices 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. Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and parts. When you handle parts and other computer components, take these precautions to avoid static-electricity damage: v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up aro
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Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls, and components of the computer. Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer. Note: Not all computer models will have the following controls and connections. Figure 1. Controls and connectors 1 Diskette drive (some models) 6 USB connector 2 Power button 7 Microphone connec
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Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer. Figure 2. Connector locations 1 Power cord connector 8 Ethernet connector 2 Keyboard connector 9 Microphone 3 Mouse connector 10 Audio line-out connector 4 Serial connector 11 Audio line-in connector 5 Parallel conne
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Connector Description USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB scanner or USB printer. If you have more than eight USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices. Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable. Serial connec
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Locating components To open the computer cover, see “Opening the cover” on page 12. Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Hard disk drive 4 Diskette drive 2 Microprocessor and heat sink 5 Memory connectors (2) 3 Optical drive (such as a CD or 6 Power-supply assembly DVD drive) 8 ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide
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Identifying parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the location of parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations 1 CD in connector 12 Front USB2 connector 2 PCI connector 13 Front USB1 connector 3 Diskette Drive connector 14 BIOSWP 4 Battery 15 SPI debug connector 5 Speaker connector 16 COM2 connector 6 Cover presence switch (Tamper 17 PSU Connector (2x12) switch) connector 7 Microprocessor fan connector 18 SATA connector (2)
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Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding memory, adapters, or drives. When installing an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option. Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guid
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Installing internal options Important Read “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 4 before opening the computer cover. Opening the cover Important Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer cover. To open the computer cover: 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Unplug all power cords from electr
