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Lenovo ThinkCentre A61e 6418 Hardware Installation And Replacement Manual

Lenovo ThinkCentre A61e 6418 Hardware Installation And Replacement Manual

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  • Page 1 ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide Machine Types 6417, 6418, 6449, 6453...
  • Page 3 ThinkCentre Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
  • Page 4 Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Installing internal options Installing memory . Replacing the battery . Replacing the heat sink . © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Replacing a hard disk drive . Replacing an optical drive Replacing a memory module Replacing the AC power adapter .
  • Page 6 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...

  • Page 7: Figures

    Removing the front bezel . Removing the optical drive . Retainer bracket for optical drive . © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Replacing the optical drive . Removing the memory module . Installing the new memory module Locating the modem daughter card on the .
  • Page 8 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Important Safety Information

    If you no longer have a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, you can obtain one online from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support. © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.
  • Page 10 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2. Overview

    Troubleshooting information v Parts information v Downloads and drivers v Links to other useful sources of information v Support phone list To access this information, point your browser to: http://www.lenovo.com/support © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. ™...

  • Page 12: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    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.

  • Page 13: Locations

    Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls, and components of the computer. Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer.

  • Page 14: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of connectors on the rear of some computer models. 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.
  • Page 15 Connector Description USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB scanner or USB printer. If you have more than six USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices.

  • Page 16: Locating Components

    Locating components To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the cover” on page 11. This section shows the location of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Locating components 1 Optical drive 2 System fan assembly 3 Hard disk drive Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...

  • Page 17: Identifying Parts On The System Board

    Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices. Figure 4 shows the location of parts on the system board for some computer models.
  • Page 18 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 3. Installing Options And Replacing Hardware

    5 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 6. 4. Remove any locking devices, such as a cable lock that secures the computer cover. © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.

  • Page 20: Installing Internal Options

    5. Press the cover-release button on the side of the cover and pivot the computer cover outward. 6. Before completely removing the computer cover, disconnect all the cables from the system board. Installing internal options Important Read “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 4 before removing the computer cover.

  • Page 21: Replacing The Battery

    3. Insert the notched end 2 of the memory module into the socket 1 . Press the memory module firmly, and pivot the memory module until it snaps into place. Make sure that the memory module is firmly fixed in the connector and does not move easily.

  • Page 22: Replacing The Heat Sink

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink.

  • Page 23: Removing The Heat Sink Held In Place By

    3. Remove the four screws securing the heat sink to the retention module on the system board. Figure 8. Removing the heat sink held in place by screws 4. Lift the failing heat sink off the system board. 5. Position the new heat sink on the retention module so that the four screws are aligned with the posts on the system board.

  • Page 24: Replacing A Hard Disk Drive

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive.

  • Page 25: Replacing An Optical Drive

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace an optical drive.

  • Page 26: Removing The Optical Drive

    2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the two tabs and pivoting the bezel forward to remove completely. Figure 11. Removing the front bezel 3. Disconnect the signal and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. 4. Press the blue release button and remove the optical drive out the front of the computer.

  • Page 27: Replacing A Memory Module

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a memory module.

  • Page 28: Replacing The Ac Power Adapter

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the AC power adapter.

  • Page 29: Replacing The Modem

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the modem.

  • Page 30: Locating The Modem Daughter Card On The System Board

    2. Locate the MDC connector. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 9. The modem card 1 will be connected to the MDC connector. Figure 17. Locating the modem daughter card on the system board 3. Disconnect the RJ11 modem cable from the modem card. 4.

  • Page 31: Replacing The System Fan Assembly

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the system fan assembly.

  • Page 32: Installing The Short Rubber Mounts

    7. When installing your new system fan assembly, use the new rubber mounts that come with the new system fan. 8. Install the two short rubber mounts in the new system fan assembly as shown in Figure 19. Figure 19. Installing the short rubber mounts 9.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Keyboard

    Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a keyboard.
  • Page 34 3. Locate the mouse connector. See “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 6 or “Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer” on page 5. Figure 22. Mouse connectors, USB 4. Disconnect the failing mouse cable from the computer. 5.

  • Page 35: Chapter 4. Completing The Parts Replacement

    Figure 23. Routing the cables Important Correctly route all power supply cables to avoid interference with replacing the computer cover. Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the computer chassis. © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.

  • Page 36: Obtaining Device Drivers

    6. To update your configuration, see ″Using the Setup Utility″ in your User Guide. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.

  • Page 37: Chapter 5. Security Features

    To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password. When you turn on your computer, you are prompted to type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use. © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.

  • Page 38: Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos)

    Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about lost or forgotten passwords, go to the ThinkVantage To erase a forgotten password: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 11. 2.

  • Page 39: Appendix. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

  • Page 40: Television Output Notice

    Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo ThinkCentre ThinkVantage IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.
  • Page 42 Part Number: 43C6226 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 43C6226...

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