Lenovo ThinkCentre A61e User Manual

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Machine Types 6417, 6418, 6449, 6453ThinkCentreHardware Installation and Replacement Guide

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2 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide

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Chapter 2. Overview This guide provides information about replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). This guide does not include proc

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Handling static-sensitive devices Do not open the static-protective package containing the new part until the defective part has been

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Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls, and components of the computer. Locating

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Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of connectors on the rear of some computer models. So

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Connector Description USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection, such as a USB k

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Locating components To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the cover” on page 11. This section shows the location of the vario

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Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in yo

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10 Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide

Page 11 - Chapter 2. Overview

Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are avai

Page 13 - Locations

5. Press the cover-release button on the side of the cover and pivot the computer cover outward. 6. Before completely removi

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3. Insert the notched end 2 of the memory module into the socket 1. Press the memory module firmly, and pivot the memory m

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3. Remove the old battery. 4. Install the new battery. 5. Replace the computer cover, and connect all the cables. See Chapt

Page 16 - Locating components

3. Remove the four screws securing the heat sink to the retention module on the system board. 4. Lift the failing heat sink o

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Replacing a hard disk drive Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety informati

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7. To install the new hard disk drive into the plastic bracket 1, flex the bracket and align the pins on the bracket with t

Page 19 - Removing the cover

2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the two tabs and pivoting the bezel forward to remove completely. 3. Disconnect the sig

Page 20 - Installing memory

6. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay until it snaps into position. 7. Connect the signal and power cables to th

Page 21 - Replacing the battery

3. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown. 4. Insert the notched end 2 of the memo

Page 22 - Replacing the heat sink

3. Disconnect the AC power adapter cable from the power adapter connector. 4. Connect the new AC power adapter cable to the p

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ThinkCentre Hard ware Installation and Replacement Gui de

Page 24 - Attention

2. Locate the MDC connector. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 9. The modem card 1 will be connected to th

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9. Go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 27.Replacing the system fan assembly Attention Do not open your

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7. When installing your new system fan assembly, use the new rubber mounts that come with the new system fan. 8. Install the

Page 27 - Replacing a memory module

Replacing the keyboard Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in

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3. Locate the mouse connector. See “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 6 or “Locating controls and connec

Page 29 - Replacing the modem

Chapter 4. Completing the parts replacement After replacing the parts, you need to close the cover and reconnect cables, including t

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3. Position the computer cover on the chassis so that the rail guide on the bottom of the computer cover engages the rail. The

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Chapter 5. Security features To help prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer, several security lock options a

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Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about

Page 33 - Replacing the mouse

Appendix. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your

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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the Safety and Warranty Guide for t

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vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measuremen

Page 37 - Password protection

Part Number: 43C6226 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 43C6226

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Contents Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Chapter 1. Important safety information 1 Chapter 2. Overview . . . . .

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iv Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide

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Figures 1. Controls and connectors . . . . . . . . .5 2. Locating the rear connectors . . . . . . .6 3. Locating co

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vi Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide

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Chapter 1. Important safety information CAUTION: Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all the rela

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