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ThinkCentre
Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide
MachineTypes 6137, 6234, 6258, 6303, 7174, 7220, 7346, 7354, 7357,
7360, 7483, 7627, 7630, 7638, 8910, 9964
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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide for this product and “Notices,” on page 39. First Edition (November 2008) © Copyright Lenovo 2008. 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 defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use
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Contents Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly . . . .23 Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Replacing a hard disk drive . . . . . . . . .25 Replacing an optical drive . . . . . . . . .26 Chapter 1. Important safety information 1 Replacing a memory module . . . . . . . .28 Replacing an adapter card . . . . . . . . .30 Chapter 2. Overview . . . . . . . . .3 Replacing the card reader . . . . . . . . . .31 Additional information resources . . . . . . .3 Replacing the keyb
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Figures 1. Controls and connectors . . . . . . . . .5 17. Removing the power supply . . . . . . .22 2. Connector locations . . . . . . . . . .6 18. Accessing the heat sink . . . . . . . .23 3. Component locations . . . . . . . . . .8 19. Removing the heat sink and fan assembly 24 4. System board parts locations . . . . . . .9 20. Removing the hard disk drive . . . . . .25 5. Opening the cover . . . . . . . . . .12 21. Removing the hard disk drive from the bracket 26
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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 ThinkCentre 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 or damage to your product. If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, you
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Chapter 2. Overview This guide provides information about installing and or replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). However, 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 sup
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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 section 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 have the following controls and connectors. Figure 1. Controls and connectors 1 USB connector 3 Headphone connector 2 Microphone connector 4 USB connector Chapter
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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 Serial port (some models) 9 Standard mouse connector (some models) 2 Power cord connector 10 DisplayPort connector 3 Audio line-in connector 11 USB connectors (2) 4 Audio line-out connecto
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Connector Description USB connector Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector, such as a USB keyboard, a USB mouse, a USB scanner, or a 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 po
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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 Internal speaker 2 Microprocessor, heat sink and fan 5 Memory slots (4) assembly 3 Optical drive 6 Power supply 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 PCI adapter card slot 11 Memory slots (4) 2 PCI Express x16 adapter card slot 12 24-pin power connector 3 Battery 13 Serial (COM 2) connector 4 Internal speaker connector 14 Front audio connector 5 Cover presence (Intrusion) switch 15 SATA connectors (2) connector 6 Microprocessor fan connector 16 System fan connector
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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 modules, adapter cards, 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 ThinkCentre
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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 three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer cover. To open the computer cover: 1. Remove any media from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3.
