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1120 Power button with fingerprint reader module Appendix B. Abbreviation table ..95 and bracket ....X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Machine types (MT): 20CD, 20CE ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 Machine types (MT): 20CB, 20CC ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 and ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 might be shipped with different microprocessors, ® namely Intel and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). Hereby Intel models and AMD models are used to distinguish computer models with different microprocessors.
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This practice ensures correct grounding of the units. • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries. 5. Remove the cover. 6. Check for any obvious non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo alterations. Use good judgment as to the safety of any non-ThinkPad / non-Lenovo 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.
The safety notices in this section are provided in the following languages: • English • Arabic • Brazilian Portuguese • French • German • Hebrew • Japanese • Korean • Spanish • Traditional Chinese DANGER X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– “FRU identification” on page 22 Important: • Advise customers to contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center if they need any assistance in obtaining or installing any software fixes, drivers, and UEFI BIOS downloads. Telephone numbers for Lenovo Support are available at: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist...
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) model This model provides the ability for a customer to configure a Lenovo solution from a Web Site, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label and eSupport will load these products as the 4-character MT, 4-character model, and 2-character country code.
Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
If the computer you are servicing is not installed with the UEFI diagnostic program, you can download a bootable diagnostic program from the Lenovo Support Web site. The bootable diagnostic program enables you to view system information and test some hardware devices in your computer, such as memory, storage...
• “Checking the ac power adapter” on page 27 • “Checking the built-in battery and operational charging” on page 27 • “Checking the coin-cell battery” on page 27 X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Checking the built-in battery and operational charging This system supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovo or an authorized manufacturer. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for other systems.
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• If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. • If the voltage is not correct, replace the coin-cell battery. • If the coin-cell battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
When the latest maintenance diskette and the system program service diskette become available, they will be posted on: https://support.lenovo.com Reset or restore Windows To reset or restore Windows, refer to the information below: • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Window recovery options.
The system management password can also protect the system information stored in UEFI BIOS like a supervisor password, but it has lower authority by default. The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) with the Lenovo client-management interface.
To check whether the storage drive is a CRU and the relevant replacement procedure, see “Major FRUs and CRUs (for X1 Carbon Gen 10)” on page 52 or . “Major FRUs and CRUs (for X1 Yoga Gen 7)”...
Also, in either of the following events, the computer automatically returns from sleep mode and resumes operation: • The ring indicator (RI) is signaled by a serial device or a PC Card device. • The time set on the resume timer elapses. X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Note: The computer does not accept any input immediately after it enters sleep mode. Wait a few seconds before taking any action to reenter operation mode. Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following occurs: • The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the solid-state drive. •...
HDD (HDD0) 3. Replace the system board. 2200 Have the computer serviced. Machine Type and Serial Number are invalid. 2201 Replace the system board. Machine UUID is invalid X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology, do the following: 1.
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The following section describes some beep errors and the corresponding solutions. Note: Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center or product documentation. Only use a Lenovo-authorized service provider to repair your product. Error codes...
If the LCD you are servicing has two or less visible defective pixels, it should not be considered faulty. However, if the LCD has three or more visible defective pixels, it will be deemed as defective by Lenovo and it should be replaced.
Verify that all attached devices are supported by the computer. Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly. See “Power system checkout” on page 26. X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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 dock c. Printer, mouse, and other external devices d.
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Send system request Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. Go to beginning Go to end X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
(Thunderbolt™ 4) power USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector connector Lenovo Integrated Pen USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Nano-SIM-card tray Audio connector Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
For ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 ® USB-C (Thunderbolt™ 4) power USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) connector connector USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Audio connector Nano-SIM-card tray Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Security-lock slot * for selected models Bottom ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7...
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CRUs, you can either install the CRU yourself or you can request that a Service Provider install the CRU according to the warranty service for your product. If you intend on installing the CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request.
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Touchpad, P sensor, and NFC cable (for models with NFC) Nano-SIM-card tray* Power button with fingerprint reader module Fingerprint reader bracket Pen holder Lenovo Integrated Pen Pen charger with cable Recovery USB* Power cord ac power adapter Miscellaneous parts (See “Miscellaneous parts and other FRUs”...
* for selected models Major FRUs and CRUs (for X1 Carbon Gen 10) X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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FRU descriptions Self-service CRU Optional-service LCD unit Note: LCD unit is a single FRU. Keyboard bezel assembly with keyboard Trackpad (for models without NFC) Trackpad (for models with NFC) NFC module* Coin-cell battery Speaker kit Built-in battery Thermal fan assembly System board Wireless-WAN antenna assembly* Base cover assembly...
To view each FRU and the exploded illustration of the computer, see “Major FRUs and CRUs (for X1 Yoga Gen 7)” on page 50, and “Major FRUs and CRUs (for X1 Carbon Gen 10)” on page 52.
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System board connectors and cables Item Connector (location) Internal cable required Cable connection Always on USB 3.2 Connect USB-A compatible devices. connector Gen 1 (external) Camera connector Camera cable The LCD unit comes with the camera cable. (internal) Connect the cable to this connector. WLAN antenna connector WLAN antenna The LCD unit comes with the WLAN antenna.
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Connect the WWAN antenna assembly to this two ends. NFC connector Connect this end to the NFC module. Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, including part numbers, descriptions, and substitution part numbers, go to: https://support.lenovo.com/partslookup Chapter 6 Locations...
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4. Run the Update.bat file as Administrator. 5. Lay down the computer with the LCD panel facing up as shown and then follow the on-screen instructions to start the calibration process. X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
1. Connect a USB memory key to the computer. 2. Go to and follow the instructions on the screen to create a https://www.lenovo.com/maintenanceutilities Maintenance Key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. 3. Restart the computer. Chapter 7 FRU replacement notices...
Maintenance Key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. 3. Restart the computer. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press Esc. The ThinkPad Config Information Update Utility interface is displayed.
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1. Insert the latest version of LENOVO ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette or Maintenance Key, and then restart the computer. 2. From the main menu, select 6. Set ECA Information. 3. To read the ECA information, select 2. Read ECA/rework number from EEPROM and follow the instructions on the screen.
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After you finish the servicing, ensure that you install the removed nano-SIM card back into the computer. Removing ThinkPad Pen Pro (for X1 Yoga Gen 7) If the computer has a ThinkPad Pen Pro installed, remove the pen before you start servicing. X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Attention: Your computer might be a ThinkPad 30th anniversary edition, tailored with unique appearance and silk printing. In case of replacement for your cover parts, Lenovo service provider can only replace with standard cover parts. Please be aware this doesn’t impact the computer usage.
The only exception to this is if the battery is physically damaged or a customer is reporting a possible safety issue. If the Lenovo Solution Center program is not installed on the computer, the customer should download and install the program to diagnose the battery, before getting a non-physically damaged battery replaced. Note that the replacement of a physically damaged battery is not covered by the warranty.
Table 6. X1 Yoga Gen 7 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 0.181 Nm M2.0 × L2.2 mm (2) Silver (1.85 kgf-cm) Table 7. X1 Carbon Gen 10 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque 0.181 Nm M2.0 × L2.8 mm (2) Silver (1.85 kgf-cm)
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When installing: Ensure that you connect the blue cable to connector, the black with grey cable to connector, the white cable to connector and the orange cable to connector. Type 2 X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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When installing: Attach the bracket to the wireless WWAN card . Insert the wireless WWAN card and bracket , and pivot downward . Install the screw to secure the wireless WWAN card and bracket Ensure that you connect the blue cable to connector, the black with grey cable to connector, the white cable to...
M2 × L2.2 mm, big-hat (1) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) 1050 Pen charger (for X1 Yoga Gen 6 only) For access, remove this FRU: • “1010 Base cover assembly” on page 67 X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
M2 × L4.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) 1090 USB board For access, remove this FRU: • “1010 Base cover assembly” on page 67 X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Removal steps of the USB board Table 8. For X1 Yoga Gen 6 Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L3.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × L2.2 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Table 9.
• “1010 Base cover assembly” on page 67 • “1020 Built-in battery” on page 68 Removal steps of the trackpad, P sensor and and NFC cable (for model with NFC module) X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Removal steps of the trackpad and P sensor cable (for model without NFC module) 1120 Power button with fingerprint reader module and bracket For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Base cover assembly” on page 67 X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Removal steps of the fingerprint reader module and bracket Table 10. X1 Yoga Gen 6 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × L3.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Table 11. X1 Carbon Gen 9 Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 ×...
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Removal steps of the trackpad (for models with NFC module) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × L1.8 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Silver or 0.181 Nm Black (1.85 kgf-cm) X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Removal steps of the trackpad (for model without NFC module) Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L1.8 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (4) Silver or 0.181 Nm Black (1.85 kgf-cm) 1140 Coin-cell battery For access, remove these FRUs: • “1010 Base cover assembly” on page 67 •...
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M2 × L3.5 mm, flat-head shoulder, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) M2 × L2.2 mm step screw, flat-head shoulder, nylon-coated (4) Black 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M1.6 × L2.6 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (6) Black or silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Attention: When you route the cables, ensure that they are not subject to any tension. Tension could cause the cables to be damaged by the cable guides, or a wire to be broken. 1170 System board assembly Important notices for handling the system board When handling the system board, read the following:...
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ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 10 21CB and 21CC ThinkPad X1 Yoga Gen 7 Removal steps of system board (for X1 Yoga Gen 7) X1 Carbon Gen 10 and X1 Yoga Gen 7 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2 × L2.8 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (8) Silver 0.181 Nm (1.85 kgf-cm) Removal steps of system board (for X1 Carbon Gen 10) Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Attention: Your computer might be a ThinkPad 30th anniversary edition, tailored with unique appearance and silk printing. In case of replacement for your cover parts, Lenovo service provider can only replace with standard cover parts. Please be aware this doesn’t impact the computer usage.
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Removal steps of the LCD unit (for X1 Yoga Gen 7) Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2.5 × L4 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (8) Black 0.294 Nm (3.0 kgf-cm) Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Attention: Your computer might be a ThinkPad 30th anniversary edition, tailored with unique appearance and silk printing. In case of replacement for your cover parts, Lenovo service provider can only replace with standard cover parts. Please be aware this doesn’t impact the computer usage.
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• “1030 M.2 SSD, bracket, and thermal pad” on page 69 • “1040 WWAN card and bracket(for selected models)” on page 69 • “1050 Pen charger (for X1 Yoga Gen 6 only)” on page 72 • “1060 Pen holder (for X1 Yoga Gen 7 only)” on page 73 •...
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