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Lenovo 30A7 Hardware Maintenance Manual (220 pages)
Machine Types: 30A6, 30A7, 30A8, and 30A9
Brand:
Lenovo
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 17.93 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
About this Manual
7
Chapter 1. Read this First: Important Safety Information
9
Power Cords and Power Adapters
9
General Safety
9
Electrical Safety
10
Safety Inspection Guide
12
Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices
12
Grounding Requirements
13
Safety Notices (Multi-Lingual Translations)
13
Chapter 2. Product Overview
35
Locations
35
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
36
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
36
Locating Components
40
Locating Major Frus and Crus
40
Locating Parts on the System Board
42
Locating Internal Drives
46
Locating the Machine Type and Model Label
47
Features
47
Specifications
51
Lenovo Programs
51
Accessing Lenovo Programs on the Windows 7 Operating System
51
Accessing Lenovo Programs on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
52
An Introduction to Lenovo Programs
52
Chapter 3. Using Your Computer
55
Registering Your Computer
55
Using Keyboard Shortcuts
55
Using the Fingerprint Reader
56
Using the Wheel Mouse
56
Managing Power
56
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) BIOS
57
Automatic Power-On Features
57
Setting the Computer Volume
57
Setting the Volume from the Desktop
57
Setting the Volume from Control Panel
58
Using a Disc
58
Using the Optical Drive
58
Handling and Storing a Disc
59
Playing and Removing a Disc
59
Recording a Disc
59
Navigating Among Screens on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
60
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
61
Frequently Asked Questions
61
Chapter 4. You and Your Computer
63
Accessibility and Comfort
63
Arranging Your Workspace
63
Comfort
63
Glare and Lighting
64
Air Circulation
64
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
64
Accessibility Information
64
Moving Your Computer to Another Country or Region
68
Chapter 5. Security
69
Security Features
69
Locking the Computer Cover
69
Attaching a Kensington-Style Cable Lock
71
Using Passwords
71
BIOS Passwords
71
Windows Passwords
72
Configuring the Fingerprint Reader
72
Using and Understanding Firewalls
72
Protecting Data against Viruses
72
Chapter 6. Advanced Configuration
73
Using the Setup Utility Program
73
Starting the Setup Utility Program
73
Viewing and Changing Settings
73
Using BIOS Passwords
74
Enabling or Disabling a Device
75
Selecting a Startup Device
76
Selecting or Changing the Startup Device Sequence
76
Enabling Erp LPS Compliance Mode
76
Exiting the Setup Utility Program
77
Updating or Recovering the BIOS
77
BIOS Levels
77
Using System Programs
78
Changing the BIOS Settings before Installing a New Operating System
78
Updating the BIOS from a Disc
78
Updating the BIOS from Your Operating System
79
Recovering from a BIOS Update Failure
80
Configuring RAID
80
Configuring RAID with Intel Rste
80
Quick RAID Setup Using the LSI Megaraid BIOS Configuration Utility
83
Chapter 7. Preventing Problems
87
Keeping Your Computer Current
87
Getting the Latest Device Drivers for Your Computer
87
Updating Your Operating System
87
Using the System Update Program
88
Cleaning and Maintenance
88
Basics
88
Cleaning Your Computer
88
Optical Mouse
89
Display Screen
89
Good Maintenance Practices
89
Moving Your Computer
90
Chapter 8. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
91
Basic Troubleshooting
91
Troubleshooting Procedure
92
Troubleshooting
92
Audio Problems
93
CD Problems
93
DVD Problems
94
Intermittent Problems
95
Hard Disk Drive Problems
95
Problems with the Keyboard or Mouse
96
Monitor Problems
97
Application Programs
97
Networking Problems
98
Ethernet Problems
98
I Have Connected an Option to My Computer, but It Does Not Work
99
Performance and Lockup Problems
99
The Printer Does Not Work
100
Serial Connector Cannot be Accessed
100
Software Problems
101
My USB Connectors Cannot be Accessed
101
Diagnostics
101
Lenovo Solution Center
102
UEFI Diagnostic Program
102
Hardware Diagnostics
103
Chapter 9. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index
105
Service Checkout
105
Problem Determination Tips
105
Symptom-To-FRU Index
106
Hard Disk Drive Boot Error
106
Power Supply Problems
107
Beep Symptoms
107
POST Error Codes
107
Miscellaneous Error Conditions
108
Undetermined Problems
110
Chapter 10. Recovery Information
111
Recovery Information for the Windows 7 Operating System
111
Creating and Using Recovery Media
111
Creating Recovery Media
112
Using Recovery Media
112
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
112
Performing a Backup Operation
112
Performing a Recovery Operation
112
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
114
Reinstalling Programs and Device Drivers
114
Reinstalling Preinstalled Programs and Device Drivers
115
Solving Recovery Problems
116
Recovery Information for the Windows 8.1 Operating System
116
Refreshing Your Computer
116
Resetting Your Computer to the Factory-Default Settings
116
Using the Advanced Startup Options
117
Recovering Your Operating System if Windows 8.1 Fails to Start
117
Chapter 11. Installing or Replacing Hardware
119
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
119
Installing or Replacing Hardware
119
Installing External Options
119
Removing the Computer Cover
119
Removing and Reinstalling the Direct Cooling Air Baffle
120
Installing or Replacing a Device in the Optical Drive Bay
122
Installing or Replacing a Device in the Flex Module
125
Removing and Reinstalling the Optical Drive Bracket
132
Replacing the Cover Presence Switch
134
Replacing the Front Fan Assembly
136
Installing or Replacing an Internal Storage Drive
137
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
163
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
164
Installing or Replacing a Full-Length PCI Card
167
Replacing the Rear Fan Assembly
170
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
172
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
174
Installing or Replacing a Flex Adapter
176
Installing or Replacing the Super Capacitor Module
178
Replacing the Battery
181
Replacing a Microprocessor
182
Replacing the System Board
186
Replacing the Internal Speaker
189
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
191
Completing the Parts Replacement
191
Obtaining Device Drivers
193
Chapter 12. Getting Information, Help, and Service
195
Information Resources
195
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
195
Help and Support
195
Safety and Warranty
195
Lenovo Web Site
195
Lenovo Support Web Site
196
Help and Service
196
Using the Documentation and Diagnostic Program
196
Calling for Service
196
Using Other Services
197
Purchasing Additional Services
197
Chapter 13. System Memory Speed
199
Appendix A. Regulatory Information
201
Export Classification Notice
201
Electronic Emissions Notices
201
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
201
Eurasian Compliance Mark
203
Brazil Regulatory Notice
203
Mexico Regulatory Notice
203
Additional Regulatory Information
203
Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Information
205
Important WEEE Information
205
Recycling Information for Japan
205
Recycling Information for Brazil
206
Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
206
Battery Recycling Information for the European Union
206
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)
209
European Union Rohs
209
China Rohs
209
Turkish Rohs
209
Ukraine Rohs
210
India Rohs
210
Appendix D. ENERGY STAR Model Information
211
Appendix E. Notices
213
Trademarks
214
Index
215
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Brand:
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| Category:
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
About this Manual
6
Chapter 1. Read this First: Important Safety Information
7
Power Cords and Power Adapters
7
General Safety
7
Electrical Safety
8
Safety Inspection Guide
10
Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices
10
Grounding Requirements
11
Safety Notices (Multi-Lingual Translations)
11
Chapter 2. Product Overview
33
Locations
33
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
34
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
34
Locating Components
38
Locating Major Frus and Crus
38
Locating Parts on the System Board
41
Locating Internal Drives
44
Locating the Machine Type and Model Label
45
Features
45
Specifications
49
Lenovo Programs
49
Accessing a Program on Your Computer
49
An Introduction to Lenovo Programs
50
Chapter 3. Using Your Computer
53
Registering Your Computer
53
Using Windows Shortcut Keys
53
Using Fingerprint Authentication
53
Using the Wheel Mouse
54
Managing Power
54
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) BIOS
54
Automatic Power-On Features
54
Setting the Computer Volume
55
Using a Disc
55
Using the Optical Drive
55
Handling and Storing a Disc
56
Playing and Removing a Disc
56
Recording a Disc
56
Navigating Among Screens on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
56
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
58
Frequently Asked Questions
58
Chapter 4. You and Your Computer
61
Accessibility and Comfort
61
Arranging Your Workspace
61
Comfort
61
Glare and Lighting
62
Air Circulation
62
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
62
Accessibility Information
62
Moving Your Computer to Another Country or Region
65
Chapter 5. Security
67
Security Features
67
Locking the Computer Cover
67
Attaching a Kensington-Style Cable Lock
69
Using Passwords and Windows Accounts
69
Using Fingerprint Authentication
70
Using and Understanding Firewalls
70
Protecting Data against Viruses
70
Chapter 6. Advanced Configuration
71
Using the Setup Utility Program
71
Starting the Setup Utility Program
71
Viewing and Changing Settings
71
Using BIOS Passwords
72
Enabling or Disabling a Device
73
Selecting a Startup Device
74
Enabling Erp LPS Compliance Mode
74
Exiting the Setup Utility Program
75
Updating or Recovering the BIOS
75
BIOS Levels
75
Using System Programs
76
Changing the BIOS Settings before Installing a New Operating System
76
Updating the BIOS
76
Recovering from a BIOS Update Failure
77
Configuring RAID
77
Configuring RAID with Intel Rste
77
Quick RAID Setup Using the LSI Megaraid BIOS Configuration Utility
80
Chapter 7. Preventing Problems
83
Keeping Your Computer Current
83
Getting the Latest System Updates
83
Cleaning and Maintenance
83
Basics
83
Cleaning Your Computer
84
Good Maintenance Practices
85
Moving Your Computer
85
Chapter 8. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
87
Basic Troubleshooting
87
Troubleshooting Procedure
88
Troubleshooting
88
Audio Problems
89
CD Problems
89
DVD Problems
90
Intermittent Problems
91
Hard Disk Drive Problems
91
Problems with the Keyboard or Mouse
92
Monitor Problems
92
Networking Problems
93
I Have Connected an Option to My Computer, but It Does Not Work
95
Performance and Lockup Problems
95
The Printer Does Not Work
96
Serial Connector Cannot be Accessed
96
Software Problems
97
My USB Connectors Cannot be Accessed
97
Diagnostics
98
Lenovo Solution Center
98
UEFI Diagnostic Program
98
Hardware Diagnostics
99
Chapter 9. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index
101
Service Checkout
101
Problem Determination Tips
101
Symptom-To-FRU Index
102
Hard Disk Drive Boot Error
102
Power Supply Problems
103
Beep Symptoms
103
POST Error Codes
104
Miscellaneous Error Conditions
105
Undetermined Problems
107
Chapter 10. Recovery Information
109
Recovery Information for the Windows 7 Operating System
109
Creating and Using Recovery Media
109
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
110
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
112
Reinstalling Programs and Device Drivers
112
Reinstalling Preinstalled Programs and Device Drivers
113
Solving Recovery Problems
114
Recovery Information for the Windows 8.1 Operating System
114
Refreshing Your Computer
114
Resetting Your Computer to the Factory-Default Settings
114
Using the Advanced Startup Options
115
Recovering Your Operating System if Windows 8.1 Fails to Start
115
Recovery Information for the Windows 10 Operating System
115
Chapter 11. Installing or Replacing Hardware
117
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
117
Installing or Replacing Hardware
117
Installing External Options
117
Removing the Computer Cover
117
Removing and Reinstalling the Direct Cooling Air Baffle
118
Installing or Replacing a Device in the Optical Drive Bay
120
Installing or Replacing a Device in the 5.25-Inch Flex Module
123
Removing and Reinstalling the Optical Drive Bracket
130
Replacing the Cover Presence Switch
132
Replacing the Front Fan Assembly
134
Installing or Replacing an Internal Storage Drive
135
Installing or Replacing the Blind-Connect Assembly
162
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
164
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
166
Installing or Replacing a Full-Length PCI Card
171
Installing or Replacing the Super Capacitor Module
173
Replacing the Rear Fan Assembly
176
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
178
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
180
Installing or Replacing a Flex Adapter
182
Replacing the Battery
184
Replacing a Microprocessor
186
Replacing the System Board
190
Replacing the Internal Speaker
193
Replacing the Wi-Fi Units
195
Installing or Removing the Wi-Fi Antennas
201
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
203
Completing the Parts Replacement
204
Obtaining Device Drivers
206
Chapter 12. Getting Information, Help, and Service
207
Information Resources
207
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
207
Windows Help System
207
Safety and Warranty
207
Lenovo Web Site
207
Lenovo Support Web Site
208
Help and Service
208
Using the Documentation and Diagnostic Program
208
Calling for Service
208
Using Other Services
209
Purchasing Additional Services
209
Chapter 13. System Memory Speed
211
Appendix A. Regulatory Information
213
Export Classification Notice
213
Electronic Emissions Notices
213
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
213
Eurasian Compliance Mark
215
Brazil Audio Notice
215
Mexico Wireless-Radio Compliance Information
215
Additional Regulatory Information
215
Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Information
217
Important WEEE Information
217
Recycling Information for Japan
217
Recycling Information for Brazil
218
Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
218
Battery Recycling Information for the European Union
218
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)
221
European Union Rohs
221
China Rohs
221
Turkish Rohs
221
Ukraine Rohs
222
India Rohs
222
Appendix D. ENERGY STAR Model Information
223
Appendix E. Notices
225
Trademarks
226
Index
227
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