Thinkpad z61t
Thinkpad z61t
Thinkpad z61t
October 2007
Important
This manual is intended for trained service personnel who are familiar with
ThinkPad products. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests
to troubleshoot problems effectively.
After a system board is replaced, ensure that the latest BIOS is loaded to the
system board before completing the service action.
Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary expense for replacing and
servicing FRUs:
v If you are instructed to replace a FRU but the replacement does not correct the
problem, reinstall the original FRU before you continue.
v Some computers have both a processor board and a system board. If you are
instructed to replace either the processor board or the system board, and
replacing one of them does not correct the problem, reinstall that board, and
then replace the other one.
v If an adapter or a device consists of more than one FRU, any of the FRUs may
be the cause of the error. Before replacing the adapter or device, remove the
FRUs, one by one, to see if the symptoms change. Replace only the FRU that
changed the symptoms.
Attention: The setup configuration on the computer you are servicing may have
been customized. Running Automatic Configuration may alter the settings. Note
the current configuration settings (using the View Configuration option); then,
when service has been completed, verify that those settings remain in effect.
Attention: The drive startup sequence in the computer you are servicing may
have been changed. Be extremely careful during write operations such as copying,
saving, or formatting. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs can be
overwritten.
Product definition
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO)
This provides the ability for a customer to configure an IBM® or a LenovoTM
solution from an eSite, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is
built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label, Product Entitlement
Warehouse (PEW), eSupport, and the HMM will load these products as the 4-digit
MT and 3-digit model, where model = “CTO” (Example: 1829-CTO).
v The PEW record is the 4-digit MT and 3-digit model, where model = “CTO”
(Example: 1829-CTO).
v eSupport will show both the CTO and CMV machine type models (Example:
1829-CTO and 1829-W15 will be found on the eSupport site.)
v The HMM will have the 4-digit MT and 3-digit CTO model only (Example:
1829-CTO). Again, CMVs are custom models and are not found in the HMM.
Using PEW
v PEW is the primary source for identifying FRU part numbers and FRU
descriptions for the key commodities for CTO, CMV and GAV products at a MT
- serial number level. An example of key commodities are hard disk drives,
system boards, microprocessors, Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs), and memory.
v Remember, all CTO and CMV products are loaded in PEW under the 4-digit MT
and 3-digit model, where model = “CTO” (Example: 1829-CTO). GAVs are
loaded in PEW under the 4-digit MT and 3-digit model, where model = a “fixed
part number”, not “CTO” (Example: 1829-F1U).
v PEW can be accessed at the following Web site:
http://w3-3.ibm.com/pc/entitle
Customers can also access PEW via
http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/product.do?template=/warranty/
warranty.vm&sitestyle=lenovo
Select Warranty lookup. Input the MT and the Serial number and the list of key
commodities will be returned in the PEW record under COMPONENT
INFORMATION.
v Business Partners using Eclaim will access PEW when performing Entitlement
Lookup. Business Partners will enter Loc ID, MT and Serial, and the key
commodities will be returned in the Eclaim record under SYSTEM DETAILS.
v Authorized IBM Business Partners can access Eclaim at the following Web site:
https://wca.eclaim.com
Using eSupport
For Key Commodities (Examples - hard disk drive, system board,
microprocessor, LCD, and memory)
v eSupport can be used to view the list of key commodities built in a particular
machine serial (this is the same record found in PEW).
v eSupport can be accessed at the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/
support
v To view the key commodities, click on PARTS INFORMATION, then PARTS
LOOKUP. Type in the model type and serial number. The key commodities will
be returned in the eSupport record under PARTS SHIPPED WITH YOUR
SYSTEM.
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Important service information
For the Remaining FRUs (the complete list of FRUs at the MT Model level)
v eSupport can be used to view the complete list of FRUs for a machine type and
model.
v To view the complete list of FRUs, type in the machine type and model
(Example: 1829-CTO) under QUICK PATH. Under “View by Document Type”
select PARTS INFORMATION. Under “Filter by Category” select SERVICE
PARTS. Under “Parts Information by Date” select SYSTEM SERVICE PARTS. The
list of service parts by description, with applicable machine type model and FRU
will be displayed.
Note: RoHS and non-RoHS FRU part numbers with the same fit and function are
identified with unique FRU part numbers.
RoHS compliant FRUs have unique FRU part numbers. Before or after the RoHS
implementation date, failed RoHS compliant parts must always be replaced using
RoHS compliant FRUs, so only the FRUs identified as compliant in the system
HMM or direct substitutions for those FRUs may be used.
Products marketed before June 2006 Products marketed after June 2006
Current or original Replacement FRU Current or original Replacement FRU
part part
Non-RoHS Can be Non-RoHS Must be RoHS Must be RoHS
Non-RoHS Can be RoHS
Non-RoHS Can sub to RoHS
RoHS Must be RoHS
Note: A direct substitution is a part with a different FRU part number that is
automatically shipped by the distribution center at the time of the order.
The following safety notices are provided in English, French, German, Hebrew,
Italian, and Spanish.
Safety notice 1
Before the computer is powered on after FRU replacement, make sure all screws, springs,
and other small parts are in place and are not left loose inside the computer. Verify this
by shaking the computer and listening for rattling sounds. Metallic parts or metal flakes
can cause electrical shorts.
Avant de remettre l’ordinateur sous tension après remplacement d’une unité en clientèle,
vérifiez que tous les ressorts, vis et autres pièces sont bien en place et bien fixées. Pour
ce faire, secouez l’unité et assurez-vous qu’aucun bruit suspect ne se produit. Des pièces
métalliques ou des copeaux de métal pourraient causer un court-circuit.
Bevor nach einem FRU-Austausch der Computer wieder angeschlossen wird, muß
sichergestellt werden, daß keine Schrauben, Federn oder andere Kleinteile fehlen oder im
Gehäuse vergessen wurden. Der Computer muß geschüttelt und auf Klappergeräusche
geprüft werden. Metallteile oder-splitter können Kurzschlüsse erzeugen.
Prima di accendere l’elaboratore dopo che é stata effettuata la sostituzione di una FRU,
accertarsi che tutte le viti, le molle e tutte le altri parti di piccole dimensioni siano nella
corretta posizione e non siano sparse all’interno dell’elaboratore. Verificare ciò scuotendo
l’elaboratore e prestando attenzione ad eventuali rumori; eventuali parti o pezzetti
metallici possono provocare cortocircuiti pericolosi.
Antes de encender el sistema despues de sustituir una FRU, compruebe que todos los
tornillos, muelles y demás piezas pequeñas se encuentran en su sitio y no se encuentran
sueltas dentro del sistema. Compruébelo agitando el sistema y escuchando los posibles
ruidos que provocarían. Las piezas metálicas pueden causar cortocircuitos eléctricos.
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Safety notices
Safety notice 2
DANGER
Some standby batteries contain a small amount of nickel and cadmium. Do not
disassemble a standby battery, recharge it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it.
Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only the
battery in the appropriate parts listing. Use of an incorrect battery can result in
ignition or explosion of the battery.
Alcune batterie di riserva contengono una piccola quantità di nichel e cadmio. Non
smontarle, ricaricarle, gettarle nel fuoco o nell’acqua né cortocircuitarle. Smaltirle
secondo la normativa in vigore (DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni e disposizioni
locali). Quando si sostituisce la batteria dell’RTC (real time clock) o la batteria di
supporto, utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseriti nell’appropriato Catalogo parti. L’impiego di
una batteria non adatta potrebbe determinare l’incendio o l’esplosione della batteria
stessa.
Safety notice 3
DANGER
The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel. Do not disassemble it, throw it
into fire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery pack as required by local
ordinances or regulations. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing when
replacing the battery pack. Use of an incorrect battery can result in ignition or
explosion of the battery.
Akkus enthalten geringe Mengen von Nickel. Sie dürfen nicht zerlegt,
wiederaufgeladen, kurzgeschlossen, oder Feuer oder Wasser ausgesetzt werden. Bei
der Entsorgung die örtlichen Bestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. Beim Ersetzen
der Batterie nur Batterien des Typs verwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgeführt ist.
Der Einsatz falscher Batterien kann zu Entzündung oder Explosion führen.
La batteria contiene piccole quantità di nichel. Non smontarla, gettarla nel fuoco o
nell’acqua né cortocircuitarla. Smaltirla secondo la normativa in vigore (DPR 915/82,
successive disposizioni e disposizioni locali). Quando si sostituisce la batteria,
utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseriti nell’appropriato Catalogo parti. L’impiego di una
batteria non adatta potrebbe determinare l’incendio o l’esplosione della batteria stessa.
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Safety notice 4
DANGER
The lithium battery can cause a fire, an explosion, or a severe burn. Do not recharge it,
remove its polarized connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerate
it, or expose its cell contents to water. Dispose of the battery as required by local
ordinances or regulations. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing. Use of
an incorrect battery can result in ignition or explosion of the battery.
Die Systembatterie ist eine Lithiumbatterie. Sie kann sich entzünden, explodieren
oder schwere Verbrennungen hervorrufen. Batterien dieses Typs dürfen nicht
aufgeladen, zerlegt, über 100 C erhitzt oder verbrannt werden. Auch darf ihr Inhalt
nicht mit Wasser in Verbindung gebracht oder der zur richtigen Polung angebrachte
Verbindungsstecker entfernt werden. Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichen Bestimmungen
für Sondermüll beachten. Beim Ersetzen der Batterie nur Batterien des Typs
verwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgeführt ist. Der Einsatz falscher Batterien
kann zu Entzündung oder Explosion führen.
Safety notice 5
If the LCD breaks and the fluid from inside the LCD gets into your eyes or on your
hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek
medical care if any symptoms from the fluid are present after washing.
Si le panneau d’affichage à cristaux liquides se brise et que vous recevez dans les yeux
ou sur les mains une partie du fluide, rincez-les abondamment pendant au moins quinze
minutes. Consultez un médecin si des symptômes persistent après le lavage.
Nel caso che caso l’LCD si dovesse rompere ed il liquido in esso contenuto entrasse in
contatto con gli occhi o le mani, lavare immediatamente le parti interessate con acqua
corrente per almeno 15 minuti; poi consultare un medico se i sintomi dovessero
permanere.
Si la LCD se rompe y el fluido de su interior entra en contacto con sus ojos o sus manos,
lave inmediatamente las áreas afectadas con agua durante 15 minutos como mínimo.
Obtenga atención medica si se presenta algún síntoma del fluido despues de lavarse.
Safety notice 6
DANGER
To avoid shock, do not remove the plastic cover that protects the lower part of the
inverter card.
Afin d’éviter tout risque de choc électrique, ne retirez pas le cache en plastique
protégeant la partie inférieure de la carte d’alimentation.
Per evitare scosse elettriche, non rimuovere la copertura in plastica che avvolge la
parte inferiore della scheda invertitore.
Para evitar descargas, no quite la cubierta de plástico que rodea la parte baja de la
tarjeta invertida.
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Safety notice 7
DANGER
Though the main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or grounded battery can
produce enough current to burn personnel or combustible materials.
Bien que le voltage des batteries principales soit peu élevé, le court-circuit ou la mise
à la masse d’une batterie peut produire suffisamment de courant pour brûler des
matériaux combustibles ou causer des brûlures corporelles graves.
Obwohl Hauptbatterien eine niedrige Spannung haben, können sie doch bei
Kurzschluß oder Erdung genug Strom abgeben, um brennbare Materialien zu
entzünden oder Verletzungen bei Personen hervorzurufen.
Aunque las baterías principales tienen un voltaje bajo, una batería cortocircuitada o
con contacto a tierra puede producir la corriente suficiente como para quemar material
combustible o provocar quemaduras en el personal.
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DANGER
Before removing any FRU, power off the computer, unplug all power cords from
electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any interconnecting
cables.
Avant de retirer une unité remplaçable en clientèle, mettez le système hors tension,
débranchez tous les cordons d’alimentation des socles de prise de courant, retirez la
batterie et déconnectez tous les cordons d’interface.
Die Stromzufuhr muß abgeschaltet, alle Stromkabel aus der Steckdose gezogen, der
Akku entfernt und alle Verbindungskabel abgenommen sein, bevor eine FRU entfernt
wird.
Prima di rimuovere qualsiasi FRU, spegnere il sistema, scollegare dalle prese elettriche
tutti i cavi di alimentazione, rimuovere la batteria e poi scollegare i cavi di
interconnessione.
Antes de quitar una FRU, apague el sistema, desenchufe todos los cables de las tomas
de corriente eléctrica, quite la batería y, a continuación, desconecte cualquier cable de
conexión entre dispositivos.
Safety information
The following section presents safety information with which you need to be
familiar before you service a ThinkPad computer.
General safety
Follow these rules to ensure general safety:
v Observe good housekeeping in the area of the machines during and after
maintenance.
v When lifting any heavy object:
1. Make sure that you can stand safely without slipping.
2. Distribute the weight of the object equally between your feet.
3. Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly or twist when you attempt to
lift.
4. Lift by standing or by pushing up with your leg muscles; this action removes
the strain from the muscles in your back. Do not attempt to lift any object that
weighs more than 16 kg (35 lb) or that you think is too heavy for you.
v Do not perform any action that causes hazards to the customer, or that makes
the equipment unsafe.
v Before you start the machine, make sure that other service representatives and
the customer’s personnel are not in a hazardous position.
v Place removed covers and other parts in a safe place, away from all personnel,
while you are servicing the machine.
v Keep your toolcase away from walk areas so that other people will not trip over
it.
v Do not wear loose clothing that can be trapped in the moving parts of a
machine. Make sure that your sleeves are fastened or rolled up above your
elbows. If your hair is long, fasten it.
v Insert the ends of your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it with a
nonconductive clip, about 8 centimeters (3 inches) from the end.
v Do not wear jewelry, chains, metal-frame eyeglasses, or metal fasteners for your
clothing.
Attention: Metal objects are good electrical conductors.
v Wear safety glasses when you are hammering, drilling, soldering, cutting wire,
attaching springs, using solvents, or working in any other conditions that might
be hazardous to your eyes.
v After service, reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels, and ground wires.
Replace any safety device that is worn or defective.
v Reinstall all covers correctly before returning the machine to the customer.
v Fan louvers on the machine help to prevent overheating of internal components.
Do not obstruct fan louvers or cover them with labels or stickers.
Electrical safety
Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment.
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Important
Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some hand tools have handles
covered with a soft material that does not insulate you when working with
live electrical currents.
Many customers have, near their equipment, rubber floor mats that contain
small conductive fibers to decrease electrostatic discharges. Do not use this
type of mat to protect yourself from electrical shock.
v Do not service the following parts with the power on when they are removed
from their normal operating places in a machine:
– Power supply units
– Pumps
– Blowers and fans
– Motor generators
and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.)
v If an electrical accident occurs:
– Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.
– Switch off power.
– Send another person to get medical aid.
If any unsafe conditions are present, you must determine how serious the apparent
hazard could be and whether you can continue without first correcting the
problem.
To determine whether there are any potentially unsafe conditions, use the
following checklist at the beginning of every service task. Begin the checks with
the power off, and the power cord disconnected.
Checklist:
1. Check exterior covers for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges).
2. Power off the computer. Disconnect the power cord.
3. Check the power cord for:
a. A third-wire ground connector in good condition. Use a meter to measure
third-wire ground continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the external
ground pin and the frame ground.
b. The power cord should be the type specified in the parts list.
c. Insulation must not be frayed or worn.
4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries.
5. Remove the cover.
6. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad alterations. Use good judgment as to the
safety of any non-ThinkPad alterations.
7. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditions, such as metal filings,
contamination, water or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
8. Check for worn, frayed, or pinched cables.
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9. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws or rivets) have not been
removed or tampered with.
Notes
1. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they exceed the requirements
noted here.
2. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you use have been certified
(ISO 9000) as fully effective.
Note
The use of a grounding system to guard against ESD damage is desirable
but not necessary.
– Attach the ESD ground clip to any frame ground, ground braid, or green-wire
ground.
– When working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system, use an ESD
common ground or reference point. You can use coax or connector-outside
shells on these systems.
– Use the round ground prong of the ac plug on ac-operated computers.
Grounding requirements
Electrical grounding of the computer is required for operator safety and correct
system function. Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a
certified electrician.
CAUTION:
Pour éviter tout risque d’exposition au rayon laser, respectez les consignes de réglage
et d’utilisation des commandes, ainsi que les procédures décrites.
Werden Steuer- und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann
gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten.
Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD-ROM drive, or any other optical storage
device could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no
serviceable parts inside those drives. Do not open.
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Laser compliance statement
A CD-ROM drive, a DVD-ROM drive, or any other storage device installed may
contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following:
DANGER
Emits visible and invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do
not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Radiação por raio laser ao abrir. Não olhe fixo no feixe de luz, não olhe diretamente
por meio de instrumentos óticos e evite exposição direta com o feixe de luz.
Laserstrahlung bei geöffnetem Gerät. Nicht direkt oder über optische Instrumente in
den Laserstrahl sehen und den Strahlungsbereich meiden.
Aprendo l’unità vengono emesse radiazioni laser. Non fissare il fascio, non guardarlo
direttamente con strumenti ottici e evitare l’esposizione diretta al fascio.
Radiación láser al abrir. No mire fijamente ni examine con instrumental óptico el haz
de luz. Evite la exposición directa al haz.
Important notes
v Only certified trained personnel should service the computer.
v Before replacing any FRU, read the entire page on removing and
replacing FRUs.
v When you replace FRUs, use new nylon-coated screws.
v Be extremely careful during such write operations as copying, saving, or
formatting. Drives in the computer that you are servicing sequence might
have been altered. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs might
be overwritten.
v Replace a FRU only with another FRU of the correct model. When you
replace a FRU, make sure that the model of the machine and the FRU part
number are correct by referring to the FRU parts list.
v A FRU should not be replaced because of a single, unreproducible
failure. Single failures can occur for a variety of reasons that have nothing
to do with a hardware defect, such as cosmic radiation, electrostatic
discharge, or software errors. Consider replacing a FRU only when a
problem recurs. If you suspect that a FRU is defective, clear the error log
and run the test again. If the error does not recur, do not replace the FRU.
v Be careful not to replace a nondefective FRU.
What to do first
When you do return a FRU, you must include the following information in the
parts exchange form or parts return form that you attach to it:
__ 1. Name and phone number of servicer
__ 2. Date of service
__ 3. Date on which the machine failed
__ 4. Date of purchase
__ 5. Failure symptoms, error codes appearing on the display, and beep
symptoms
__ 6. Procedure index and page number in which the failing FRU was detected
__ 7. Failing FRU name and part number
__ 8. Machine type, model number, and serial number
__ 9. Customer’s name and address
Following is a list of some common items that are not covered under warranty and
some symptoms that might indicate that the system was subjected to stress beyond
normal use.
Before checking problems with the computer, determine whether the damage is
covered under the warranty by referring to the following list:
To install the factory contents by using Product Recovery discs, do the following:
Note
The recovery process might take up to 2 hours.
1. Insert the Rescue and Recovery™ Disk1 of 1 into the optical drive, then restart
the computer. This will take several minutes.
2. When the “Welcome to Rescue and Recovery” screen is displayed, press
Continue. In the Rescue and Recovery menu, select Restore Your System. A
message giving a warning that USB devices used in recovery must be
connected when the computer is turned on appears. Click OK.
3. “Restore Your System” window appears. Select Restore my hard drive to the
original factory state, and click Next. A warning appears, click Yes. Then next
menu appears. Select I do not want to save any files and click Next. Following
menu appears with a warning, select Next. A warning appears not to power
down the computer during the recovery process. Click OK. One more warning
appears saying that recovery is intended only for unrecoverable system
problems. Click OK.
4. The Terms and Conditions window appears, select I accept these terms and
conditions and press OK. Previous menus may remain on the screen, but the
Predesktop installer begins copying files. When this completes, the computer
will restart and a window will ask you to insert a Product Recovery
Supplemental Disk, if you have one. Press No.
5. You will then be prompted to insert Product Recovery Disk 1 into the optical
drive. Insert the Product Recovery Disk 1 into the optical drive, and press OK.
In similar fashion, you will be prompted to insert the remaining recovery discs
until all the files are copied.
6. After all the files are copied, the computer will restart and return to the
“Welcome to Rescue and Recovery” screen where a window “Recovering your
system, this may take several minutes” appears and .IMZ files are processed.
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A total progress bar allows you to audit this process, which will take about 8
minutes. The final recovery disc may be safely removed during this time, but
may also be left in the optical drive since it is not bootable.
7. You will then be prompted to restart the computer. Select Yes. A warning
window appears, giving you one last chance to stop the restart, but disappears
automatically after about 5 seconds. File processing continues in DOS full
screen mode for about two minutes and the computer restarts to the Windows®
desktop. No user intervention is required (and should be avoided) after this
point.
8. Windows setup continues on the desktop and DOS window for IBM system
setup, with progress measured by a Factory Preinstallation window on the right
side of the screen. The processes are updating installed softwares.
A warning that antivirus software is not installed appears repeatedly in the
system tray, but this should be ignored. The entire process at desktop takes
about 25 minutes.
9. Then the computer restarts, does some more DOS full screen processing, and
restarts again to a Windows desktop where factory preinstallation continues for
about 12 more minutes, another restart to a DOS screen and then back to the
Windows splash screen and back to the desktop for more preinstallation.
This lasts about 10 more minutes and the computer restarts to do NTFS
conversion and then restarts to the OOBE (Out of Box Experience)
environment.
Passwords
As many as three passwords may be needed for any ThinkPad computer: the
power-on password (POP), the hard-disk password (HDP), and the supervisor
password (SVP).
If any of these passwords has been set, a prompt for it appears on the screen
whenever the computer is turned on. The computer does not start until the
password is entered.
Exception: If only an SVP is installed, the password prompt does not appear when
the operating system is booted.
Power-on password:
A power-on password (POP) protects the system from being powered on by an
unauthorized person. The password must be entered before an operating system
can be booted.
Hard-disk password:
There are two hard-disk passwords (HDPs):
v User HDP—for the user
v Master HDP—for the system administrator, who can use it to get access to the
hard disk even if the user has changed the user HDP
Note: There are two modes for the HDP: User only and Master + User. The
Master + User mode requires two HDPs; the system administrator enters
both in the same operation. The system administrator then provides the user
HDP to the system user.
Attention: If the user HDP has been forgotten, check whether a master HDP has
been set. If it has, it can be used for access to the hard disk drive. If no master
HDP is available, Lenovo does not provide any services to reset either the user or
the master HDP, or to recover data from the hard disk drive. The hard disk drive
can be replaced for a scheduled fee.
Supervisor password:
A supervisor password (SVP) protects the system information stored in the BIOS
Setup Utility. The user must enter the SVP in order to get access to the BIOS Setup
Utility and change the system configuration.
Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be made available to the
servicer, there is no service procedure to reset the password. The system board
must be replaced for a scheduled fee.
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To remove a user HDP that has been forgotten, when the SVP and the master HDP
are known, do the following:
1. Turn on the computer; then, while the “To interrupt normal startup, press the
blue ThinkVantage button” message is displayed at the lower-left of the
screen, press the ThinkVantage button. The Rescue and Recovery screen
opens.
For models supporting the Passphrase function, press F1 while HDP icon is
appearing on the screen; then enter the master HDP. For the other models,
enter the master HDP.
Power management
To reduce power consumption, the computer has three power management modes:
screen blank, standby, and hibernation.
To end screen blank mode and resume normal operation, press any key.
Standby mode
When the computer enters standby mode, the following events occur in addition to
what occurs in screen blank mode:
v The LCD is powered off.
v The hard disk drive is powered off.
v The CPU stops.
Note: If you are using the ACPI operating system, you can change the action of
Fn+F4.
To cause the computer to return from standby mode and resume operation, do one
of the following:
v Press the Fn key.
v Open the LCD cover.
v Turn on the power switch.
Also, in either of the following events, the computer automatically returns from
standby mode and resumes operation:
v The ring indicator (RI) is signaled by a serial device or a PC Card device.
v The time set on the resume timer elapses.
Note: The computer does not accept any input immediately after it enters
standby mode. Wait a few seconds before taking any action to reenter
operation mode.
Hibernation mode
In hibernation mode, the following occurs:
v The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk.
v The system is powered off.
Note: If the computer enters the hibernation mode while it is docked to the
docking station, do not undock it before resuming normal operation. If you
do undock it and then try to resume normal operation, you will get an error
message, and you will have to restart the system.
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Related service information
Also, the computer goes into hibernation mode automatically in either of the
following conditions:
v If a “hibernation time” has been set on the timer, and if the user does not do
any operation with the keyboard, the TrackPoint, the hard disk drive, the
parallel connector, or the diskette drive within that time.
v If the timer conditions are satisfied in suspend mode.
When the power is turned on, the computer returns from hibernation mode and
resumes operation. The hibernation file in the boot record on the hard disk drive is
read, and system status is restored from the hard disk drive.
Checkout guide
Use the following procedures as a guide in identifying and correcting problems
with the ThinkPad computer.
Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only ThinkPad products. The use of
non-ThinkPad products, prototype cards, or modified options can lead to
false indications of errors and invalid system responses.
1. Identify the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
2. Verify the symptoms. Try to re-create the failure by running the diagnostic test
or by repeating the operation.
For some possible configurations of the computer, PC-Doctor might not run
correctly. To avoid this problem, you need to initialize the computer setup by use
of the BIOS Setup Utility before you run PC-Doctor. On the BIOS Setup Utility
screen, press F9, Enter, F10, and then Enter.
Note: When you initialize the computer configuration, some devices are disabled,
such as the serial port. If you test one of these devices, you will need to
enable it by using PS2.EXE.
PC-Doctor cannot be used to test a device that is in the docking station, even if the
computer supports the docking station. To test a USB device, connect it to the USB
connector of the computer.
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Checkout guide
Note: In the following procedure, you can select an item not only with the arrow
keys, but also with the TrackPoint pointer. Instead of pressing Enter, click
the left button.
1. Insert the PC-Doctor disk into the diskette drive; then power on the computer.
If the computer cannot be powered on, go to “Power system checkout” on page
30, and check the power sources.
If an error code appears, go to “Symptom-to-FRU index” on page 44.
On the first screen, select the model and press Enter. Follow the instructions on
the screen.
2. The main panel of PC-Doctor appears.
3. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and press Enter.
A pull-down menu appears. (Its exact form depends on the model.)
Note: PC-Doctor menu does not mean the formal support device list. Some
unsupported device names may appear in the PC-Doctor menu.
Use the cursor keys and ESC to move in menus. Press ENTER to select.
(continued)
Note: After running PC-Doctor, check the time and date on the system and reset
them if they are incorrect.
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Checkout guide
Hardware Info
v System Configuration
v Memory Contents
v Physical Disk Drives
v Logical Disk Drives
v VGA Information
v IDE Drive Info
v PCI Information
v PNPISA Info
v SMBIOS Info
v VESA LCD Info
v Hardware Events Log
Utility
v Run External Tests
v Surface Scan Hard Disk
v Benchmark System
v DOS Shell
v Tech Support Form
v Battery Rundown
v View Test Log
v Print Log
v Save Log
v Full Erase Hard Drive
v Quick Erase Hard Drive
Note: Output voltage of pin no.2 of the ac adapter may different from the one
you are servicing.
3. If the voltage is not correct, replace the ac adapter.
4. If the voltage is acceptable, do the following:
v Replace the system board.
v If the problem persists, go to “Product overview” on page 34.
Note: Noise from the ac adapter does not always indicate a defect.
Perform operational charging. If the battery status indicator or icon does not turn
on, remove the battery pack and let it return to room temperature. Reinstall the
battery pack. If the charge indicator or icon still does not turn on, replace the
battery pack.
If the charge indicator still does not turn on, replace the system board. Then
reinstall the battery pack. If it is still not charged, go to the next section.
To check your battery, move your cursor to the Power Meter icon in the icon tray
of the Windows taskbar and wait for a moment (but do not click), and the
percentage of battery power remaining is displayed. To get detailed information
about the battery, double-click the Power Meter icon.
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Note: If the battery pack becomes hot, it may not be able to charge. Remove it
from the computer and leave it at room temperature for a while. After it
cools down, reinstall and recharge it.
3. If the voltage is less than +11.0 V dc, the battery pack has been discharged.
Note: Recharging will take at least 3 hours, even if the indicator does not turn
on.
If the voltage is still less than +11.0 V dc after recharging, replace the battery.
4. If the voltage is more than +11.0 V dc, measure the resistance between battery
terminals 3 and 2. The resistance must be 4 to 30 K .
If the resistance is not correct, replace the battery pack. If the resistance is
correct, replace the system board.
Red (+)
Wire Voltage (V dc)
Red +2.5 to +3.2
Black (-)
Black Ground
Product overview
This section presents the following product-unique information:
v “Specifications”
v “Status indicators” on page 37
v “FRU tests” on page 39
v “Fn key combinations” on page 41
Specifications
The following table lists the specifications of the ThinkPad Z61t:
Feature Description
Processor v Intel® Celeron® M Processor 410 (1.46 GHz), 1-MB L2
cache
v Intel Celeron M Processor 420 (1.6 GHz), 1-MB L2 cache
v Intel Celeron M Processor 430 (1.73 GHz), 1-MB L2 cache
v Intel® Core™ Solo processor T1300 (1.66 GHz), 2-MB L2
cache
v Intel Core Solo processor T1400 (1.83 GHz), 2-MB L2 cache
v Intel Core Duo processor T2300 (1.66 GHz), 2-MB L2
cache
v Intel Core Duo processor T2300E (1.66 GHz), 2-MB L2
cache
v Intel Core Duo processor T2400 (1.83 GHz), 2-MB L2
cache
v Intel Core Duo processor T2500 (2.0 GHz), 2-MB L2 cache
v Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5500 (1.66 GHz), 2-MB L2
cache
v Intel Core 2 Duo processor T5600 (1.83 GHz), 2-MB L2
cache
v Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7200 (2.0 GHz), 4-MB L2
cache
v Intel Core 2 Duo processor T7400 (2.16GHz), 4-MB L2
cache
Bus architecture v 533-MHz or 667-MHz FSB
v 667-MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300)
v HUB link
v PCI bus
v LPC bus
Graphic memory chip v Maximum 128-MB shared with system memory (Intel
Graphics Media Accelerator 950)
Display v 14.0-inch wide, 16M colors, WXGA (1280 x 768 resolution)
(200nit) TFT color LCD
v 14.1-inch wide, 16M colors, WXGA (1280 x 800 resolution)
(185nit) TFT color LCD
v 14.1-inch wide, 16M colors, WXGA+ (1440 x 900
resolution) (200nit) TFT color LCD
Standard memory v 256-MB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 1
v 256-MB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 2
v 512-MB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 1
v 512-MB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 2
v 1-GB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 1
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Feature Description
Optional memory v 256-MB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 1
v 512-MB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 1
v 1-GB DDR2-667 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-5300) card × 1
v 2-GB DDR2-533 SDRAM SO-DIMM (PC2-4200) card × 1
(maximum of 2048 MB)
CMOS RAM v 256 bytes
Hard disk drive v 40 GB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm high, SATA interface
v 60 GB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm high, SATA interface
v 80 GB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm high, SATA interface
v 100 GB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm high, SATA interface
v 120 GB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm high, SATA interface
v 60 GB, 7200 rpm, 9.5 mm high, SATA interface
v 100 GB, 7200 rpm, 9.5 mm high, SATA interface
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Product overview
Feature Description
PCI Express Mini card for v ThinkPad 11a/b/g Wireless LAN Mini PCI Express
wireless LAN Adapter
v Intel PRO Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
v ThinkPad 11a/b/g/n Wireless LAN Mini-PCI Express
Adapter
PCI Express Mini cards for v Sierra Wireless EV-DO Wireless WAN Mini PCI Express
wireless WAN Adapter
v Sierra Wireless MC8755 PCI Express MiniCard
v Integrated Cingular HSDPA 3G Wireless Broadband
Network Adapter
PC Card and ExpressCard v PC Card (Type-II) and ExpressCard
slot
Modem v ThinkPad Modem (MDC-1.5, 56 kbps HDA)
Bluetooth wireless v ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate (BDC-2)
Touch pad v UltraNav®
ThinkLight Yes
Battery v Li-ion battery (4 cells) 2.6 Ah
v Li-ion battery (7 cells) 2.6 Ah
AC adapter v 65-watt type
Preinstalled operating v Windows XP Professional
system v Windows XP Home Edition
v Windows Vista™ Buisiness (32 bit)
Status indicators
The system status indicators show the status of the computer, as follows:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
11
10 9 8
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Indicator Meaning
1 Wireless LAN Green:
status The wireless feature (the IEEE 802.11 standard) is on, and the
radio link is ready for use.
Blinking green:
Data is being transmitted.
2 Bluetooth status Note: Some models do not have this indicator.
R
Green:
Bluetooth wireless is operational. This indicator is on when
Bluetooth wireless is on and not in suspend mode.
Blinking green:
Data is being transmitted.
3 Wireless WAN Note: Some models do not have this indicator.
status Green:
The wireless WAN is on, and the radio link is ready for use.
Blinking green:
Data is being transmitted.
4 Num lock Green:
The numeric keypad on the keyboard is enabled. To enable or
disable the keypad, press and hold the Shift key, and press
the NumLk (ScrLk) key.
5 Caps lock Green:
Caps Lock mode is enabled. To enable or disable Caps Lock
mode, press the Caps Lock key.
6 Drive in use Green:
Data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive, the
diskette drive, or the drive in the Ultrabay Slim device. When
this indicator is on, do not put the computer into standby
mode or turn off the computer.
Note: Do not move the system while the green drive-in-use light
is on. Sudden physical shock could cause drive errors.
7 Power on Green:
The computer is on and ready to use. This indicator stays lit
whenever the computer is on and is not in standby mode.
8 Battery status Green:
The battery is charged between 80% to 100% of the capacity,
and being discharged between 0% to 80% of the capacity.
Blinking green:
The battery is charged between 20% to 80% of the capacity,
and being charged.
Orange:
The battery is charged between 5% and 20% of the capacity,
and being discharged.
Blinking orange (slow):
The battery is charged between 5% to 20% of the capacity,
and being charged.
Blinking orange (rapid):
The battery is charged between 0% to 5% of the capacity.
(continued)
Indicator Meaning
9 AC power Green:
status The computer is connected to the ac power supply.
FRU tests
The following table shows the test for each FRU.
(continued)
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Product overview
After you use the TrackPoint, the pointer may drift on the screen
for a short time. This drift can occur when a slight, steady
pressure is applied to the TrackPoint pointer. This symptom is not
a hardware problem. If the pointer stops after a short time, no
service action is necessary.
Fn key combinations
The following table shows the function of each combination of Fn with a function
key.
(continued)
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To disable this function and use the Fn+F7 key combination for
switching a display output location, start Presentation Director, and
change the settings.
Switch a display output location
v External monitor (CRT display)
v Computer display and external monitor (LCD + CRT display)
v Computer display (LCD)
Notes:
1. This function is not supported if different desktop images are
displayed on the computer display and the external monitor (the
Extend desktop function).
2. This function does not work while a DVD movie or a video clip is
playing.
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Symptom-to-FRU index
The symptom-to-FRU index in this section lists symptoms and errors and their
possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first, in boldface type.
Note: Do the FRU replacement or other actions in the sequence shown in the
column headed “FRU or action, in sequence.” If replacing a FRU does not
solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not
replace a nondefective FRU.
This index can also help you determine, during regular servicing, what FRUs are
likely to need to be replaced next.
A numeric error is displayed for each error detected in POST or system operation.
In the displays, n can be any number.
Note
For a device not supported by diagnostic codes in the ThinkPad notebook
computers, see the manual for that device.
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Error messages
Symptom or error FRU or action, in sequence
Device address conflict. 1. Load “Setup Defaults” in the BIOS
Setup Utility.
2. Backup battery.
3. System board.
Allocation error for device. 1. Load “Setup Defaults” in the BIOS
Setup Utility.
2. Backup battery.
3. System board.
Failing bits: nnnn. 1. DIMM.
2. System board.
Invalid system configuration data. 1. DIMM.
2. System board.
I/O device IRQ conflict. 1. Load “Setup Defaults” in the BIOS
Setup Utility.
2. Backup battery.
3. System board.
Hibernation error. 1. Restore the system configuration to
what it was before the computer
entered hibernation mode.
2. If memory size has been changed,
re-create the hibernation file.
Fan error. 1. Fan.
2. Thermal grease.
3. System board.
Thermal sensing error. System board.
Cannot boot from any device. Check the status of device which you want
to boot from.
Device Error.
1. The device you want to boot from.
2. System board.
Beep symptoms
Symptom or error FRU or action, in sequence
One beep and a blank, unreadable, or 1. Reseat the LCD connector.
flashing LCD. 2. LCD assembly.
3. External CRT.
4. System board.
One long and two short beeps, and a blank 1. System board.
or unreadable LCD. 2. LCD assembly.
3. DIMM.
Two short beeps with error codes. POST error. See “Numeric error codes” on
page 44.
Two short beeps and a blank screen. 1. System board.
2. DIMM.
Three short beeps, pause, three more short 1. DIMM.
beeps, and one short beep. 2. System board
One short beep, pause, three short beeps,
pause, three more short beeps, and one short
beep.
Only the cursor appears. Reinstall the operating system.
Four cycles of four short beeps and a blank System board (security chip)
screen.
Five short beeps and a blank screen. System board
No-beep symptoms
Symptom or error FRU or action, in sequence
No beep, power-on indicator on, LCD blank, 1. Make sure that every connector is
and no POST. connected tightly and correctly.
2. DIMM.
3. System board.
No beep, power-on indicator on, and LCD 1. Reseat DIMM.
blank during POST.
2. System board.
The power-on password prompt appears. A power-on password or a supervisor
password is set. Type the password and
press Enter.
The hard-disk password prompt appears. A hard-disk password is set. Type the
password and press Enter.
LCD-related symptoms
Important: The TFT LCD for the notebook computer contains many thin-film
transistors (TFTs). The presence of a small number of dots that are
missing, discolored, or always lighted is characteristic of TFT LCD
technology, but excessive pixel problems can cause viewing concerns.
The LCD should be replaced if the number of missing, discolored, or
lighted dots in any background is as follows:
Minimum quantity of defective pixels required for LCD replacement on June 2006 or later
manufactured ThinkPad
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LCD resolution Bright dots Dark dots Bright and dark dots
XGA, WXGA 5 6 6
WXGA+, SXGA+, 5 8 10
WSXGA+
UXGA, WUXGA, 5 13 13
QXGA
Notes:
1. Lenovo will not provide replacement if the LCD is within specification as we
cannot guarantee that any replacement LCD will have zero pixel defects.
2. A bright dot means a pixel is always on (white or color.)
3. A dark dot means a pixel is always off (black color.)
4. One pixel consists of R, G, B sub-pixels.
Intermittent problems
Intermittent system hang problems can be due to a variety of causes that have
nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as cosmic radiation, electrostatic
discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should be considered only when a
problem recurs.
Undetermined problems
If the diagnostic tests did not identify the adapter or device that has failed, if
wrong devices are installed, or if the system simply is not operating, follow these
procedures to isolate the failing FRU (do not isolate FRUs that have no defects).
Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating
correctly. (See “Power system checkout” on page 30.)
1. Turn off the computer.
2. Visually check each FRU for damage. Replace any damaged FRU.
3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:
a. Non-ThinkPad devices
b. Devices attached to the port replicator
c. Printer, mouse, and other external devices
d. Battery pack
e. Hard disk drive
f. External diskette drive or optical drive
g. DIMM
h. Optical disk or diskette in the internal drive
i. PC Cards
4. Turn on the computer.
5. Determine whether the problem has been solved.
6. If the problem does not recur, reconnect the removed devices one at a time
until you find the failing FRU.
7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRUs one at a time (do not
replace a nondefective FRU):
a. System board
b. LCD assembly
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Screw notices
Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. In the ThinkPad computer, this
problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that have the following
characteristics:
v They maintain tight connections.
v They do not easily come loose, even with shock or vibration.
v They are harder to tighten.
v Each one should be used only once.
(Cross-section)
(Cross-section)
v Torque driver
If you have a torque driver, refer to the “Torque” column for each step.
v Make sure that you use the correct screw. If you have a torque screwdriver,
tighten all screws firmly to the torque shown in the table. Never use a screw
that you removed. Use a new one. Make sure that all of the screws are
tightened firmly.
v Ensure torque screwdrivers are calibrated correctly following country
specifications.
If you replace the system board, you must restore the serial number of the system
unit to its original value.
Before replacing the system board, save the original serial number by doing the
following:
1. Install the ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.73 or later, and
restart the computer.
2. From the main menu, select 1. Set System Identification.
3. Select 2. Read S/N data from EEPROM.
The serial number of each device in your computer is displayed; the serial number
of the system unit is listed as follows:
v 20: Serial number
Note: The serial number of the system unit is also written on the label attached to
the bottom of the computer.
After you have replaced the system board, restore the serial number by doing the
following:
1. Install the ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.73 or later and
restart the computer.
2. From the main menu, select 1. Set System Identification.
3. Select 1. Add S/N data from EEPROM.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
When you replace the system board, you must set the UUID on the new system
board as follows:
1. Install the ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.73 or later, and
restart the computer.
2. From the main menu, select 4. Assign UUID.
A new UUID is created and written. If a valid UUID already exists, it is not
overwritten.
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To check what ECAs have been previously applied to the machine, use the ECA
Information Read/Write function on the ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette
Version 1.73 or later.
1. Insert the ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.73 or later, and
restart the computer.
2. From the main menu, select 6. Set ECA Information.
3. To read ECA information, select 2. Read ECA/rework number from EEPROM
and follow the instruction.
4. To read box build date, select 5. Read box build date from EEPROM, and
follow the instruction on the screen.
After an ECA has been applied to the machine, the EEPROM must be updated to
reflect the ECA's application. Use the ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette
Version 1.73 or later to update the EEPROM.
Note: Only the ECA number is stored in the EEPROM. The machine type of the
ECA is assumed be the same as the machine type of the machine that had
the ECA applied to it.
1. Insert the ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette Version 1.73 or later, and
restart the computer.
2. From the main menu, select 6. Set ECA Information.
3. To write ECA information, select 1. Write ECA/rework number from EEPROM,
and follow the instruction.
4. To write box build date, select 4. Write box build date from EEPROM, and
follow the instruction on the screen.
If the system board is being replaced, try to read the ECA information from the old
system board and transfer the information to the new system. If the system board
is inoperable, this will not be possible.
DANGER
Before removing any FRU, turn off the computer, unplug all power cords from
electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, and then disconnect any interconnecting
cables.
Attention: After replacing a FRU, do not turn on the computer until you have
made sure that all screws, springs, and other small parts are in place and none are
loose inside the computer. Verify this by shaking the computer gently and listening
for rattling sounds. Metallic parts or metal flakes can cause electrical short circuits.
Attention: The system board is sensitive to, and can be damaged by, electrostatic
discharge. Before touching it, establish personal grounding by touching a ground
point with one hand or by using an electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N
6405959).
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Use only the battery specified in the parts list for your computer. Any other battery
could ignite or explode.
Unlock the battery release lever 1. Holding the battery release lever in the
unlocked position 2, remove the battery pack in the direction shown by arrow
3.
1 2
When installing: Install the battery pack along the slide rails of the slot. Then
make sure that the battery release lever is locked, as in this
figure.
Note: When you release the switch in step 1, the lever pops out. In step 2,
pull the lever a little to release the device from the bay.
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1030 Hard disk drive cover, hard disk drive, and hard disk
drive rubber rails
For access, remove this FRU:
v “1010 Battery pack” on page 56
Attention
v Do not drop the hard disk drive or apply any physical shock to it. The
hard disk drive is sensitive to physical shock. Improper handling can cause
damage and permanent loss of data.
v Before removing the drive, have the user make a backup copy of all the
information on it if possible.
v Never remove the drive while the system is operating or is in suspend
mode.
(continued)
When installing: Make sure that the hard disk drive connector is attached firmly.
(continued)
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When installing: Rubber rails of the hard disk drive must be attached to the
replacement drive. Otherwise the hard disk drive cannot be
properly installed to the computer.
Note
In models with the fingerprint reader, the sensor has been attached to the
palm rest FRU as the child part. If the fingerprint reader has any defects and
needs to be replaced, you need to replace the palm rest by the procedures
given in this section. These procedures are the same for a palm rest with or
without a fingerprint reader.
(continued)
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3. Press the left-top edge and the right-top edge of the palm rest to latch the palm
rest to the frame firmly.
1050 DIMM
For access, remove these FRUs in order:
v “1010 Battery pack” on page 56
v “1040 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader” on page 61
2
1
When installing: Insert the notched end of the DIMM into the socket. Press the
DIMM firmly, and pivot it until it snaps into the place.
Make sure that it is fixed firmly in the slot and does not move
easily.
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1060 Keyboard
For access, remove this FRU:
v “1010 Battery pack” on page 56
v “1040 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader” on page 61
Lift the keyboard a little in the direction shown by arrow 2, and then detach the
connector 3.
When installing: Make sure that the keyboard edges a are under the frame as
shown in this figure.
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1 2
In step 2, remove the card by pulling the tab with your fingers in the direction
shown by the arrow.
(continued)
Turn the card over 3, and detach the modem connector 4.
When installing: Make sure that the modem connector and the connector on the
underside of the card are attached firmly.
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In steps 1a and 1b, unplug the jacks by using the removal tool for antenna RF
connector (P/N: 08K7159), or pick the connectors with your fingers and gently
unplug them in the direction shown by the arrow.
2
2
1a
1b
(continued)
When installing: Plug the red cable into the jack labeled MAIN on the card, and
the blue cable into the jack labeled DIV.
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In steps 1a and 1b, unplug the jacks by using the removal tool for antenna RF
connector (P/N: 08K7159), or pick the connectors with your fingers and gently
unplug them in the direction shown by arrow.
1b
1a
(continued)
When installing: Plug the gray cable into the jack labeled MAIN on the card, and
the black cable to the jack labeled AUX.
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1100 PCI Express Mini card for 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless LAN
For access, remove these FRUs in order:
v “1010 Battery pack” on page 56
v “1040 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader” on page 61
v “1060 Keyboard” on page 66
In steps 1a, 1b, and 1c, unplug the jacks by using the removal tool for
antenna RF connector (P/N: 08K7159), or pick the connectors with your fingers
and gently unplug them in the direction shown by the arrow.
1c
1b
1a
(continued)
When installing: Plug the gray cable (MAIN) into the jack labeled TR1, the white
cable (3rd) into jack labeled R0, and the black cable (AUX) into
jack labeled TR2 on the card.
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Use only the battery specified in the parts list for your computer. Any other battery
could ignite or explode.
When installing: Make sure that the battery connector is attached firmly.
(continued)
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2
2
2
1
1
(continued)
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3 3
When installing: Make sure that the speaker cables are routed along the cable
guides 3 and that the connector 2 is attached firmly.
4
4
5 5
4
4
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When installing:
v Before you attach the fan assembly to the computer, apply thermal grease on the
part marked a as in the following figure.
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1160 CPU
For access, remove these FRUs in order:
v “1010 Battery pack” on page 56
v “1040 Palm rest or palm rest with fingerprint reader” on page 61
v “1060 Keyboard” on page 66
v “1120 Keyboard bezel” on page 77
v “1150 Fan assembly” on page 82
Attention: CPU is extremely sensitive. When you service the CPU, avoid any
kind of rough handling.
Rotate the head of the screw in the direction shown by arrow 1 to release the
lock; then remove the CPU 2.
a
b
When installing: Place the CPU on the CPU socket a, and then rotate the head
of the screw in the direction shown by arrow b to secure the
CPU.
Strip the tape that secures the wireless WAN antenna 1, and release the antenna
cable from the cable guide. Then slide the antenna in the direction shown by arrow
2.
2
1
When installing: Make sure that the antenna cable is routed along the cable
guides, and that the antenna is attached to the guides a firmly.
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4
2
b
a
a
In step 3, release the antenna cables from the cable guides.
When installing:
1. Make sure that the antenna cables are routed along the cable guides. In the
parts indicated by circle a in the figure, do not tense the cables. To do so, the
cables may get damaged by the cable guides of the frame, and may cause a
broken wire.
2. In the part indicated by circle b, do not twist the cables, and place the cables
to be parallel.
3. Make sure that the connector 2 is attached firmly.
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1b
1c 1b
1b
1a
1b
1a
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In step 2, lift the MG frame a little in the direction shown by the arrow, and then
remove it in the direction shown by arrow 3.
Attention: Before step 2, be sure that the Ultrabay Slim device eject lever is not
popped out and it is housed in its position properly as shown in the figure a.
2 3
Following labels are the typical labels stuck on the bottom side of the
computer when it is shipped.
a Windows license label (COA)
b Product label
c FCC or homologation label
d MAC address label
b c d
For some models, you also need to apply one or two FCC labels or the other
types of labels. Check the old base cover; if it has one or two FCC labels or
the other types of labels, find duplicates of them in the package and apply
them to the new base cover.
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2
3
When installing: Make sure that the connector 1 is attached firmly, and that the
cable is routed as in the figure above.
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Remove the ac power jack cable a and the modem cable b.
a
b
4
1
3
When installing: Make sure that the connectors 1 and 3 are attached firmly,
and that the cables are routed as in the figure above.
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8 7
7
8 7
7
7
9
9
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Remove the system board and the PC Card slot assembly from the MG frame
together, in the direction shown by arrow 11.
11
10
10
When installing: Attach the system board so that the two small projections on the
MG frame 10 fit into the holes provided, and then secure the
system board with the screw.
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Note: If the test shows that HDD Active Protection is not functioning, be
sure to document the drop in any reject report, and replace the
system board.
v Avoid rough handling of any kind.
v If you put a system board down, be sure to put it only on a padded
surface such as an ESD mat or conductive corrugated material.
After replacing the system board, run PC-Doctor for DOS to make sure that
HDD Active Protection still functions. The procedure is as follows:
1. Place the computer on a horizontal surface.
2. Run Diagnostics --> ThinkPad Devices --> HDD Active Protection Test.
Attention: Do not apply physical shock to the computer while the test is
running.
Following components soldered on the system board are extremely sensitive. When
you service the system board, avoid any kind of rough handling.
a Accelerometer chip for the HDD Active Protection System
b MCH (Memory ControllerHub)
c ICH (I/O Controller Hub)
d Security chip
e CPU
b c
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2
2
2
2
Turn over the system board, and then disconnect the PC Card slot assembly from
the system board.
When installing:
v Make sure that the connector of PC Card slot is attached to the system board
firmly.
v When you attach the system board to the base cover, make sure that the wireless
switch on the system board and the plastic housing in the base cover are in the
same position (L or R). If the wireless switch is not in the same position as the
plastic housing , the force of pushing the board into the base cover will snap the
switch right off and may cause damage to the wireless switch.
1 2
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In step 3, while sliding the LCD latch lever in the direction shown by the arrow,
remove the bezel in the direction shown by arrow 4.
2 2
2
2
2
2 2
2
2
3
When installing: Make sure that connectors 2 and 3 are attached firmly.
Cable routing: When installing the inverter card, route the connector cable as in
this figure.
When installing: Make sure that connector is attached firmly, and that the card is
attached to the guide as in this figure.
Strip the tape securing the antenna cable 1. Then remove the antenna cable.
1
2
When installing: In step 2, press the part indicated by the arrow until it snaps
into place.
1
3
Cable routing: Route the antenna cable as shown in this figure. In the part
indicated by circle a, do not tense the cable. To do so, the cable
may get damaged by the hinge, and may cause a broken wire.
3
a
2
1
Note: The part marked a is fragile and easy to break. When you deal with the
camera assembly, do not hold that part to avoid damage.
1
2
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7
8
8
7
Remove the LCD cable assembly b from the LCD panel.
10
b
When installing: When replacing any LCD FRUs, be sure not to pinch the antenna
cables. Make sure that the cables are routed as shown in the
figures on page 115 and 116.
Strip the tapes 1 and 2 that secure the antenna cables.
2 1
1 1
1
1
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Remove the LCD latches before you remove the antenna cables.
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1
2 3
7 7
6 6
6 6
(continued)
Cable routing: Route and secure the antenna cables as shown in the following
figures.
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Locations
Front view
1 ThinkLight
2 Status indicators
Note: For the description of each indicator, see “Status indicators” on page
37.
3 Wireless WAN antenna or wireless LAN 3rd antenna (for some models)
4 Security key hole
5 Universal serial bus (USB) connectors
6 Ultrabay Slim status indicator
7 Ultrabay Slim latch
8 Ultrabay Slim
9 IEEE 1394 connector
10 PC Card slot
11 Fingerprint reader (for some models)
12 TrackPoint buttons
13 Touch pad buttons
14 Touch pad
15 TrackPoint pointing stick
16 UltraNav
17 Volume control buttons
18 ThinkVantage button
19 Built-in array microphones
20 Power switch
21 Integrated camera
20 21
1
19 2
18
17
3
15
4
14
13 5
6
16 12 7
8
9
11
10 5
Rear view
1 Status indicators
Note: For the description of each indicator, see “Status indicators” on page
37.
2 RJ-45 (Ethernet) connector
3 RJ-11 (modem) connector
4 External monitor connector
5 AC power connector
6 Video-out connector
2
3
4
5
Bottom view
1 Battery pack
2 Battery pack latch
3 Docking connector
4 Hard disk drive cover
5 Stereo headphone jack
6 Microphone jack
7 Wireless radio switch
8 Infrared port
9 3-in-1 Digital Media Reader
1
2
3
9
8
7
6
5
Parts list
Overall
1
24
23
3
d 22
a
21
20
19
5
6
7
8
9
c
18
10
17 11
b
12
13
16
14
15
v Each FRU is available for all types or models, unless specific types or models are
specified.
v FRU with specific models listed and described as xxU (where U is an example of
a country designator) should be used for all models ending in U.
v FRU with specific models listed and described as 3Dx (where 3D is an example
of a unique configuration) should be used for all of these models, unless specific
country or region designator is specified.
v A CRU (customer replaceable unit) is identified by a single asterisk (*) or two
asterisks (**) in the CRU ID column. An N in the CRU ID column means the
part is not a CRU. A single asterisk (*) means the part is a Tier 1 CRU; two
asterisks (**) means the part is a Tier 2 CRU.
A tier 1 CRU is very easy to remove and replace. It can be done by virtually all
customers. A tier 2 CRU may require the use of a common tool to remove and
replace it.
v A RoHS compliant FRU is identified by an R. An N in the RoHS ID column
means the part is not a RoHS compliant FRU.
v FRUs marked with OP are available as options.
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1
10
a b 6
c
d
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Keyboard
Language P/N P/N P/N RoHS CRU
(ALPS) (Chicony) (NMB) ID ID
Arabic 39T7121 39T7181 39T7308 R **
Belgian 39T7122 39T7182 39T0962
Canadian, multilanguage (445) 39T7119 39T7179 39T0959
Chinese, Traditional 39T7145 39T7205 39T0985
Czech 39T7123 39T7183 39T0963
Danish 39T7124 39T7184 39T0964
Dutch 39T7132 39T7192 39T7314
English, U.K. 39T7142 39T7202 39T0982
English, U.S. 39T7118 39T7178 39T0958
English, U.S. (International, with a 39T7143 39T7203 39T0983
Euro symbol)
Finnish, Swedish 39T7139 39T7199 39T0979
French, Canadian (058) 39T7120 39T7009 39T0960
French, Canadian (Acnor) — — 39T7468
French, European 39T7126 39T7186 39T7456
German 39T7127 39T7187 39T7450
Greek 39T7128 39T7188 39T0968
Hebrew 39T7130 39T7190 39T0970
Hungarian 39T7003 39T7189 39T0969
Icelandic — — 42T3004
Italian 39T7131 39T7191 39T0971
Japanese 39T7144 39T7010 39T0984
Korean 39T7215 39T7011 39T7213
Norwegian 39T7004 39T7193 39T0973
Polish 39T7134 39T7194 39T0974
Portuguese 39T7135 39T7195 39T0975
Portuguese, Brazilian 39T7299 39T7301 39T7297
Russian 39T7136 39T7196 39T0976
Slovak 39T7005 39T7197 39T0977
Slovenian 39T7006 39T7198 39T0978
Spanish, European 39T7002 39T7185 39T0965
Spanish, Latin American 39T7147 39T7008 39T0987
Swiss 39T7007 39T7200 39T0980
Thai 39T7146 39T7206 39T0986
Turkish 39T7141 39T7201 39T0981
Recovery discs
Windows XP Professional CDs
Windows XP Professional is preinstalled as the operating system in the following
models:
v 9440-CTO, 22x, 23x, 24x, 26x, 27x, 28x, 29x, 2Ax, 2Bx, 2Cx, 2Dx, 2Ex, 2Fx, 2Gx,
2Hx, 2Jx, 2Lx, 2Mx, 2Px, 2Qx, 2Rx, 2Tx, A4x, A4x, A5x, A5x, A8x, ACx, ADx,
AHx, AJx, AKx, AMx, ANx, APx, AQx, ARx, ASx, ATx, AVx, AWx, B1x, B2x,
B3x, B4x, B5x, B6x, B7x, B8x, B9x, BAx, BCx, BDx, BFx, BGx, BHx, BJx, BKx, BLx,
BMx, BNx, BPx
v 9441-CTO, 2Dx, 41x, 42x, 43x, 44x, 45x, 46x, 47x, 49x, 4Ax, 4Bx, 4Cx, 4Dx, 4Fx,
4Gx, 4Hx, 4Jx, 4Kx, 4Nx, 4Px, 4Sx, 4Tx, 53x, 54x, 57x, 58x, 5Bx, 5Cx, 5Fx, 5Gx,
5Kx, 5Lx, 5Px, 5Qx, 5Rx, 5Tx, 5Wx, 6Bx, 6Ex, 6Fx, 6Gx, 6Hx, 6Jx, 6Kx, 6Lx, 6Mx,
6Nx, 6Px, 6Qx, 6Rx, 7Dx, E1x, E2x, E3x, E4x, KBx, KDx, KGx, KHx, KJx, KMx,
KNx, KQx, KRx, KSx, KTx, KWx, KVx, M1x, M2x, M3x, M4x, M5x, M6x, M7x,
M8x, M9x, MBx, MCx, MDx, MFx, MGx, MHx, MJx, MKx, MNx, MPx, MQx,
MQx, MRx, MSx, MTx, MVx, MWx, NAx, NBx, NCx
v 9442-CTO, 26x, 2Lx, 2Dx, 44x, 45x, 46x, 4Ax, 4Cx, 4Fx, 4Gx, 71x, 72x, 73x, 74x,
75x, 76x, 77x, 78x, 7Ax, 7Bx, 7Dx, 7Jx, 7Lx, 7Mx, 7Px, 7Qx, 7Rx, 7Sx, 7Tx, 7Ux,
88x, 89x, 8Bx, 8Cx, 8Fx, 8Gx, E1x, E2x, E3x, E4x, E5x, E6x, E7x, E8x, E9x, EAx,
P1x, P2x, P3x, P4x, P5x, P6x, P9x, PBx, PCx, PDx, PFx, PGx, PHx, PJx, PMx,
PMx, PRx, PSx, PTx, PVx, PWx, R1x, R2x, R3x, R4x, R5x, R6x, R7x, R8x, R9x,
RAx, RBx, RCx, RDx, RFx, RGx, RHx, RJx, RKx, RMx, RNx
v 9443-CTO, 45x, 46x, 4Fx, 4Gx, 7Dx, 88x, 89x, 91x, 92x, 93x, 94x, 96x, 97x, 98x,
99x, 9Ax, 9Bx, 9Cx, 9Dx, 9Ex, 9Fx, 9Gx, 9Hx, 9Kx, 9Lx, 9Mx, 9Nx, 9Px, 9Qx, 9Rx,
9Sx, 9Tx, 9Ux, 9Vx, E1x, E2x, E3x, E4x, E5x, E6x, E7x, E8x, E9x, EAx, X1x, X4x,
X5x, X6x, X8x, X9x, XAx, XBx, XCx, XCx, XDx, XEx
v 9448-CTO, 2Dx, 2Fx, 45x, 46x, 8Ax, 8Hx, 8Ex, 8Dx, Q1x
Miscellaneous parts
FRU P/N RoHS CRU
ID ID
Screw kit (including nylon-coated screws): 41W4834 R N
v M2 × 3 mm (silver), small head (8)
v M2 × 3 mm (black), flat head (32)
v M2 × 5 mm (black), flat head (26)
v M2 × 7 mm (black), flat head (2)
v M2 × 9 mm (black), flat head (2)
v M2 × 14 mm (black), flat head (7)
v M3 × 3 mm (PHILLIPS/slotted) (1)
v Hex stud (2)
v Security screw (1)
System miscellaneous parts: 41W4833 R N
v Cable, RJ11-docking connector on system board
v (a) DC in cable
Note: Italicized letter in parentheses is reference to the
exploded view on page 119.
Base miscellaneous parts: 41W4832 R N
v Rubber foot
v Insulation sheet
v Gasket
System board miscellaneous parts: 41W4831 R N
v (b) Audio cover
v (c) CPU support plate
v (d) MDC cable
v Magnetic tape
v Gasket
Note: Italicized letters in parentheses are references to the
exploded view on page 119.
LCD assembly miscellaneous parts 41W4835 R N
v (a) LCD latch L
v (b) Coil spring
v (c) Link wire
v (d) LCD latch R
v (e) Cable bush
v Wireless WAN antenna cover
v Screw Caps
Note: Italicized letters in parentheses are references to the
exploded view on page 138.
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AC adapters
FRU P/N RoHS CRU
ID ID
3-pin (65 W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxG, xxM, xxQ, xxA, xxT, xxB, xxH, xxC, xxK,
xxV) OP
Delta 92P1153 R *
Lite-On 92P1157 R *
2-pin (65W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxU, xxL, xxF, xxP, xxS, xxY, xxE, xxJ) OP
Delta 92P1155 R *
Lite-On 92P1159 R *
3-pin (90W, 20 V) adapter (models CTO, xxG, xxM, xxQ, xxA, xxT, xxB, xxH, xxC, xxK,
xxV)OP
SANKEN 92P1112 R *
Lite-On 92P1108 R *
ASTEC 92P1104 R *
2-pin (90W, 20 V) adapte (models CTO, xxU, xxL, xxF, xxP, xxS, xxY, xxE, xxJ)OP
SANKEN 92P1114 R *
Lite-On 93P5026 R *
ASTEC 42T5000 R *
Power cords
A ThinkPad power cord for a specific country or region is usually available only in
that country or region:
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