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V320 User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Type (MT): 10N5, 10N6 Energy Star MT: 10N5, 10N6 Overview Locking the computer Specifications Locations of indicators, Locking devices for Specifications of your connectors, and your computer computer controls provided on your computer...
Contents Overview .........3 Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly ...30 Replacing the PCI Express card ......31 Front view ............... 3 Replacing the Wi-Fi card ...........32 Rear view ................ 4 Replacing the coin-cell battery ........34 System board ..............6 Completing the parts replacement ......36 Machine type and model label ........
Overview Front view Note Your computer model might look slightly different from the illustration. Optical drive eject/close button Used to eject the tray of the optical drive. After you insert a disc into the tray, press the eject/close button to close the tray. Optical drive activity indicator This indicator is on when the optical drive is in use.
Rear view Note Your computer model might look slightly different from the illustration. Microphone connector Used to connect a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or use speech recognition software. HDMI connector Used to send or receive audio and video signals. Another audio or video device (such as a high-performance monitor) can be attached to this High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector.
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Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. To attach an external audio device, connect a cable between the audio line-out connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the computer. Ethernet connector Used to connect an Ethernet cable for network access.
Machine type and model label The machine type and model label identifies the computer. When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify the computer and provide faster service. The machine type and model label is attached on the front of the computer as shown.
The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order such a cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Attaching a cable lock A cable lock can be used to secure devices, such as the keyboard and the mouse, by locking the device cables to the computer.
Specifications Power supply • 65-watt power adapter • 90-watt power adapter Storage drives Up to two storage drives Video features The integrated graphics card supports the following: • HDMI connector • VGA connector The optional discrete graphics card provides enhanced display capability and experience.
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Network features • Ethernet LAN • Wireless LAN (optional) • Bluetooth (optional) Physical dimensions • Width: 145 mm (5.7 inches) • Height: 366 mm (14.4 inches) • Depth: 293 mm (11.5 inches) Weight (without the package) Maximum configuration as shipped: 5.2 kg (11.5 lb) Specifications...
• In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of defective CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units). Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
CRU. Optional-service CRUs can be removed and installed by users or, during the warranty period, by a Lenovo service technician. Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) FRUs are computer parts that a trained technician can upgrade or replace.
CRUs and FRUs locations Refer to the following illustrations to check the locations of CRUs and FRUs within the computer. Note Some of the following parts are optional on some models. Self-service CRU Computer cover p. 22 Coin-cell battery p. 34 Memory module p.
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Optional-service CRU Heat sink and fan assembly p. 30 Wi-Fi card p. 32 Wi-Fi card shield p. 32 Replacing hardware...
System board p. 45 Optical drive cable p. 24 Card reader p. 39 Power button p. 40 Wi-Fi antennas p. 42 Rear Wi-Fi antenna cover p. 42 Thermal sensor p. 44 Storage drive cable p. 27 Power supply shield Chassis Replacing hardware...
Replacing customer-replaceable units (CRUs) Before replacing CRUs Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that a user can upgrade or replace. There are two types of CRUs: self-service and optional-service. Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide.
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Heat sink and fan PCI Express card Wi-Fi card assembly Coin-cell battery To replace a component that is not in the list above, contact a Lenovo service Note technician. The support phone numbers are available at: http://www.lenovo.com/ support/phone Replacing customer-replaceable units (CRUs)
Replacing the wireless mouse Note The wireless mouse is available only on some models. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
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• The green LED indicates that the mouse is ready for use. Note • The flashing amber LED indicates a low battery power level. • Push the power switch to the off position when you are not using the mouse to extend the battery life.
Replacing the wireless keyboard Note The wireless keyboard is available only on some models. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Replacing the power adapter Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. Replace the power adapter. Replacing customer-replaceable units (CRUs)
Removing the computer cover Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes Caution until the computer is cool. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer.
Replacing the front bezel Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Replacing the optical drive Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Replacing the optical drive bracket Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Replacing the storage drive Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
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• Replace the 3.5-inch storage drive in the secondary storage drive bay. • Replace the 2.5-inch storage drive in the secondary storage drive bay. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the storage drive. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details, Completing the parts replacement. ...
Replacing the memory module Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. If your computer supports one memory module, install the module into the DIMM 1 slot. If your computer supports two memory modules, install one memory module into the DIMM 1 slot first and then install the other into the DIMM 2 slot.
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot. Before you open the computer Caution cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
Replacing the PCI Express card Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Replacing the Wi-Fi card Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
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• Type 2 Note The locations of Wi-Fi antenna connectors might vary. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the cables. For details, see Completing the parts replacement. Replacing customer-replaceable units (CRUs)
Replacing the coin-cell battery Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built- in features, such as parallel connector assignments (configurations). A coin-cell battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer.
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Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details, Completing the parts replacement. To dispose of the coin-cell battery, refer to the “Lithium coin-cell battery notice” topic in the Safety and Warranty Guide. Replacing customer-replaceable units (CRUs)
Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the cables. To reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the cables to your computer, do the following: Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer.
• Replace an FRU only with another FRU of the correct model. When you replace an FRU, ensure that the model of the machine and the FRU part number are correct by referring to the website http://www.lenovo.com/serviceparts-lookup. • An FRU should not be replaced because of a single, unreproducible failure.
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Card reader Power button Wi-Fi antennas Thermal sensor System board To replace a component that is not in the list above, contact a Lenovo service Note technician. The support phone numbers are available at: http://www.lenovo.com/ support/phone Replacing field-replaceable units (FRUs)
Replacing the card reader Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Replacing the power button Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
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Connect the cable of the power button to the system board. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details, Completing the parts replacement. Replacing field-replaceable units (FRUs)
Replacing the Wi-Fi antennas Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
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• Rear Wi-Fi antenna Connect the antenna cables to the Wi-Fi card. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details, Completing the parts replacement. Replacing field-replaceable units (FRUs)
Replacing the thermal sensor Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Replacing the system board Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Attention Product Information Guide. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
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Replace the system board. Note Carefully handle the system board carefully by its edges. Route all the cables that you disconnected from the failing system board, and then reconnect the cables to the new system board. See System board. Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details, Completing the parts replacement. ...
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