This manual contains service and reference information for ideacntre 510s series desktop computers listed on the cover. It is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Information.
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– Blowers and fans – Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.) • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on these products. Each machine, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.
• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
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To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
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5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from the keyboard. Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 character (a-z, and 0-9).
To set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See ”Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13.) 2. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press the Enter key.
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13). 2. From the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu, select the Startup option.
Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press the Esc key to return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press the Esc key several times. Do one of the following: •...
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2. Remove or disconnect the following components (if connected or installed) one at a time. a. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Extended video memory c. External Cache d. External Cache RAM e. Hard disk drive f. Disk drive ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or component. If all devices and components have been removed and the problem continues, replace the system board. Chapter 6 Symptom-to-FRU Index...
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It provides basic computing functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the front of the motherboard. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Table 1. 510s–08IKL 13 14 1. Audio connectors 15. Auxiliary fan connector 2. VGA-out and serial (COM1) connectors 16. SATA connectors (3) 3. HDMI-out connector 17. SATA power connectors (2) 4. USB 3.0 connectors (2) 18. USB 3.0 connectors (2) 5.
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Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to “Locating connectors on the rear of the computer”. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 4. Remove the two screws that secures the cover, slide the computer cover outward as shown. Step 5. Reinstall the computer cover: Align the cover with the guide track on the computer case, then slide the cover in. Secure the computer cover with the two screws. Removing the front bezel Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat.
Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat,stable surface. To replace an optical drive: Step 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 2. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 3. Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. Step 4. Press the release button and push the optical drive straight out of the front of the chassis. Step 5. Detach the bracket from the optical drive as shown. Step 6.
Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer flat. To replace a memory module: Step 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 2. Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 3. Remove the memory module to be replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown. Step 4. Position the new memory module over the memory connector. Make sure that the notch on the memory module aligns correctly with the connector key on the system board.
Remove the front bezel. Refer to “Removing the front bezel”. Step 6. Disconnect the 2 antenna cables from the Wi-Fi card. Step 7. Remove the screw that secures the Wi-Fi card to the motherboard. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 8. Remove the card bracket and pull the Wi-Fi card upward to remove it from the card port. Step 9. Install the new Wi-Fi card: Line up the new Wi-Fi card, then insert it into the same card port. Attach the card bracket to the new Wi-Fi card.
Step 8. Remove the graphic card. Refer to “Replacing the graphic card”. Step 9. Remove the Wi-Fi card. Refer to “Replacing the Wi-Fi card”. Step 10. Disconnect the all cables from the connectors on motherboard. ideacentre 510S Series Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 11. Remove the seven screws that secure the motherboard to the chassis. Step 12. Slide then lift the motherboard out of the chassis to remove it. Step 13. Install the new motherboard: Line up the holes on the new motherboard with mounting holes on the chassis and secure it with screws.
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Step 7. Install the new front I/O bracket, power button or card reader follow the below illustrations: Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
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Step 8. Reattach the front bezel and the computer cover. Ideacentre 510S-08IKL FRU list This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs). Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs. 510S-08IKL Service Parts Listing MT: 90GB FruP/N...