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Preface
About this manual
This manual contains service and reference information forIBM ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 (2621) products. Usethis manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests totroubleshoot problems effectively.
The manual is divided into sections as follows:
Common sections provides general information,
guidelines, and safety information required to servicecomputers.
Product-specific sections includes service, reference,
and product-specific parts information.
–Part I includes information on the models in
Group-A and B. (See the 2621 model table onpage iii.)
This manual is intended for trained servicers who arefamiliar with ThinkPad products. Use this manualalong with the advanced diagnostic tests to trouble-shoot problems effectively. Before servicing an IBMThinkPad product, be sure to review the safety infor-mation under “Safety Notices (MultilingualTranslations)” on page4 and “Safety Information” onpage 11.
Related publications
The following product publications are available throughIBM or your IBM Authorized Dealer.
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Contents
Preface.....................iii
ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 Hardware Maintenance
Manual.....................1
GeneralDescriptions...............1
Introduction....................2
Important Service Information..........2
Drive and Diskette Compatibility Matrix.....3
Safety Notices (Multilingual Translations)....4
SafetyInformation...............11
Laser Compliance Statement..........16
Read this first...................19
What to do first................19
FRU replacement notices.............21
LCD replacement notice............21
Screwnotices.................21
System board/Inverter replacement notice....22
BiosLevels..................23
Flash (BIOS) update procedure.........23
Related service information............24
Power button as reset switch..........24
Running a low-level format...........24
Service Web site...............24
Passwords..................24
Power management features..........26
Fn key combinations..............27
Checkoutguide..................28
Testing the computer.............28
Related service information...........29
Power systems checkout............30
Symptom-to-FRUIndex..............33
Numeric Error Codes and Messages......33
LCD-RelatedSymptoms............34
Keyboard/TrackPoint-RelatedSymptoms....35
Indicator-RelatedSymptoms..........35
Power-RelatedSymptoms...........35
Memory-RelatedSymptoms..........36
Audio-RelatedSymptoms...........36
PC Card (PCMCIA)-Related Symptoms.....37
Power Management-Related Symptoms.....37
Peripheral-Device-RelatedSymptom......37
Modem-RelatedSymptoms...........38
IntermittentProblems.............38
UndeterminedProblems............38
Locations.....................40
FrontView..................40
RearView...................41
BottomView..................42
SwitchLocations................43
ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 (Part I)........43
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Productoverview...............44
FRU removals and replacements........50
Parts list (ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500).....90
ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 (Part II)......107
Productoverview..............108
FRU removals and replacements.......113
Parts list (ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500)....142
Notices.....................160
Trademarks..................161
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GeneralDescriptions
This chapter includes descriptions for any ThinkPad modelthat has the PC-Doctor DOS diagnostics program. Somedescriptions might not apply to your particular computer.
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IntroductionImportant Service Information
Important
Diskette fixes are customer installable. The diskettefixes are located on the PC Company Bulletin BoardService (BBS). The direct phone line for modem con-nection is 919-557-0001 or tieline 255-0001.
Advise customers to contact the PC CompanyHelpCenter at 800-772-2227 if they need assistance inobtaining or installing any diskette fixes.
Customers in Canada should call IBM HelpPC at800-565-3344 for assistance or download information.The Canadian BBS phone numbers are:
Ensure that all diskette fixes are installed prior toreplacing any FRUs listed in this manual.
Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary FRUreplacement and service expense:
If you are instructed to replace a FRU and that
does not correct the problem, reinstall the originalFRU before you continue.
Some computers have both a processor board and a
system board. If you are instructed to replace eitherthe processor board or the system board, and the firstboard that you replaced does not correct the problem,reinstall the original board, then replace the other(processor or system) board.
If an adapter or device consists of more than one
FRU, an error code may be caused by any of theFRUs. Before replacing the adapter or device, removethe FRUs, one by one, to see if the symptomschange. Replace only the FRU that changed thesymptoms.
Attention:Acustomized setup configuration (other thandefault settings) may exist on the computer you are ser-vicing. Running Automatic Configuration may alter thosesettings. Note the current configuration settings (using the
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View Configuration option) and verify that the settings arein place when service is complete.
Hard Disk Drive Replacement Strategy:
Always try to run a low-level format before replacing a harddisk drive.
Attention:The drive startup sequence in the computer youare servicing might have been changed. Be extremelycareful during write operations such as copying, saving, orformatting. Data or programs can be over-written if youselect an incorrect drive.
How to Use Error Messages:Usetheerror
codes displayed on the screen to diagnose failures. If morethan one error code is displayed, begin the diagnosis withthe first error code. The cause of the first error code canresult in false error codes being displayed. If no error codeis displayed, see if the error symptom is listed in theSymptom-to-FRU Index for the computer you are servicing.
How to Read POST Error Messages:POST
error messages are displayed on the screen as three, four,five, or eight digits. The error messages that can be dis-played as shorter POST messages are highlighted in thisindex. Some digits will represent different information forSCSI errors versus non-SCSI errors. The followingexample shows which digits display the shorter POST errormessages and also defines the SCSI information in aneight-digit error message.POST
All SCSI devices are set to a different SCSI ID. DuplicateSCSI ID settings can generate a false error message. Usethe SCSI ID to determine whether the error message iscoming from an internal or an external device.
Drive and Diskette Compatibility Matrix
The following table provides identification information for
3.5-inch drives.
The following table provides compatibility information for
3.5-inch diskettes and 3.5-inch diskette drives.
Diskette DriveIdentifying Mark
3.5-Inch - 1.44MB1.44 on the eject button
3.5-Inch - 2.88MB2.88 on the eject button
DisketteCapacity1.44MB Drive2.88MB Drive
1.0MBRead/WriteRead/Write
2.0MBRead/WriteRead/Write
4.0MBNot CompatibleRead/Write
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The following table provides identification information for
5.25-inch diskette drives.
The following table provides compatibility information for
5.25-inch diskettes and 5.25-inch diskette drives.
Note:A 360KB diskette written to or formatted on a
1.2MB drive can be read reliably only on a 1.2MBdrive.
Diskette DriveIdentifying Mark
5.25-Inch - 360KB (External)Asterisk on bezel
5.25-Inch - 1.2MB (Internal)1.2 on the eject button
DisketteCapacity360KB Drive1.2MB Drive
360KBRead/WriteRead/Write
1.2MBNot CompatibleRead/Write
Safety Notices (MultilingualTranslations)
In this manual, safety notices appear in English with apage number reference to the appropriate multilingual,translated safety notice found in this section.
The following safety notices are provided in English,French, German, Italian, and Spanish languages.
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Safety Notice 1
Before the computer is powered-on after FRU replace-ment, make sure all screws, springs, or other smallparts are in place and are not left loose inside thecomputer. Verify this by shaking the computer and lis-tening for rattling sounds. Metallic parts or metal flakescan cause electrical shorts.
Avant de remettre l'ordinateur sous tension aprèsremplacement d'une unité en clientèle, vérifiez quetous les ressorts, vis et autres piòces sont bien enplace et bien fixées. Pour ce faire, secouez l'unité etassurez-vous qu'aucun bruit suspect ne se produit.Des pièces métalliques ou des copeaux de métalpourraient causer un court-circuit.
Bevor nach einem FRU-Austausch der Computerwieder angeschlossen wird, muβsichergestelltwerden, daβkeine Schrauben, Federn oder andereKleinteile fehlen oder im Gehäuse vergessen wurden.Der Computer muβgeschüttelt und aufKlappergeräusche geprüft werden. Metallteile oder
-splitter können Kurzschlüsse erzeugen.Prima di accendere l'elaboratore dopo che é stata
effettuata la sostituzione di una FRU, accertarsi chetutte le viti, le molle e tutte le altri parti di piccoledimensioni siano nella corretta posizione e non sianosparse all'interno dell'elaboratore. Verificare ciòscuotendo l'elaboratore e prestando attenzione adeventuali rumori; eventuali parti o pezzetti metallicipossono provocare cortocircuiti pericolosi.
Antes de encender el sistema despues de sustituiruna FRU, compruebe que todos los tornillos, muellesy demás piezas pequeñas se encuentran en su sitio yno se encuentran sueltas dentro del sistema.Compruébelo agitando el sistema y escuchando losposibles ruidos que provocarõan. Las piezas metálicaspueden causar cortocircuitos eléctricos.
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Safety Notice 2
Some standby batteries contain a small amount ofnickel and cadmium. Do not disassemble it, rechargeit, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it.Disposeof the battery as required by local ordinances or regu-lations. Use only the battery in the appropriate partslisting. Use of an incorrect battery can result in ignitionor explosion of the battery.
Certaines batteries de secours contiennent du nickelet du cadmium. Ne les démontez pas, ne lesrechargez pas, ne les exposez ni au feu ni à l'eau. Neles mettez pas en court-circuit. Pour les mettre aurebut, conformez-vous à la réglementation en vigueur.Lorsque vous remplacez la pile de sauvegarde oucelle de l'horloge temps réel, veillez à n'utiliser que lesmodèles cités dans la liste de pièces détachéesadéquate. Une batterie ou une pile inappropriée risquede prendre feu ou d'exploser.
Die Bereitschaftsbatterie, die sich unter demDiskettenlaufwerk befindet, kann geringe MengenNickel und Cadmium enthalten. Sie darf nur durch dieVerkaufsstelle oder den IBM Kundendienstausgetauscht werden. Sie darf nicht zerlegt,wiederaufgeladen, kurzgeschlossen, oder Feuer oderWasser ausgesetzt werden. Die Batterie kann schwereVerbrennungen oder Verätzungen verursachen. Beider Entsorgung die örtlichen Bestimmungen fÎrSondermüll beachten. Beim Ersetzen derBereitschafts- oder Systembatterie nur Batterien desTyps verwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgeführtist. Der Einsatz falscher Batterien kann zu Entzündungoder Explosion führen.
Alcune batterie di riserva contengono una piccolaquantità di nichel e cadmio. Non smontarle, ricaricarle,gettarle nel fuoco o nell'acqua né cortocircuitarle.Smaltirle secondo la normativa in vigore (DPR 915/82,successive disposizioni e disposizioni locali). Quandosi sostituisce la batteria dell'RTC (real time clock) o labatteria di supporto, utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseritinell'appropriato Catalogo parti. L'impiego di unabatteria non adatta potrebbe determinare l'incendio ol'esplosione della batteria stessa.
Algunas baterías de reserva contienen una pequeñacantidad de níquel y cadmio. No las desmonte, nirecargue, ni las eche al fuego o al agua ni lascortocircuite. Deséchelas tal como dispone lanormativa local.Utilice sólo baterías que seencuentren en la lista de piezas. La utilización de unabatería no apropiada puede provocar la ignición oexplosión de la misma.
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Safety Notice 3
The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel. Donot disassemble it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery pack as required bylocal ordinances or regulations. Use only the battery inthe appropriate parts listing when replacing the batterypack. Use of an incorrect battery can result in ignitionor explosion of the battery.
La batterie contient du nickel. Ne la démontez pas, nel'exposez ni au feu ni à l'eau. Ne la mettez pas encourt-circuit. Pour la mettre au rebut, conformez-vousà la réglementation en vigueur. Lorsque vousremplacez la batterie, veillez à n'utiliser que lesmodèles cités dans la liste de pièces détachéesadéquate. En effet, une batterie inappropriée risque deprendre feu ou d'exploser.
Akkus enthalten geringe Mengen von Nickel. Siedürfen nicht zerlegt, wiederaufgeladen,kurzgeschlossen, oder Feuer oder Wasser ausgesetztwerden.Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichenBestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. BeimErsetzen der Batterie nur Batterien des Typsverwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgeführt ist. DerEinsatz falscher Batterien kann zu Entzündung oderExplosion führen.
La batteria contiene piccole quantità di nichel. Nonsmontarla, gettarla nel fuoco o nell'acqua nécortocircuitarla. Smaltirla secondo la normativa invigore (DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni edisposizioni locali). Quando si sostituisce la batteria,utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseriti nell'appropriatoCatalogo parti. L'impiego di una batteria non adattapotrebbe determinare l'incendio o l'esplosione dellabatteria stessa.
Las baterías contienen pequeñas cantidades deníquel. No las desmonte, ni recargue, ni las eche alfuego o al agua ni las cortocircuite.Deséchelas talcomo dispone la normativa local. Utilice sólo bateríasque se encuentren en la lista de piezas al sustituir labatería. La utilización de una batería no apropiadapuede provocar la ignición o explosión de la misma.
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Safety Notice 4
The lithium battery can cause a fire, explosion, orsevere burn. Do not recharge it, remove its polarizedconnector, disassemble it, heat it above 100°C(212°F), incinerate it, or expose its cell contents towater.Dispose of the battery as required by localordinances or regulations. Use only the battery in theappropriate parts listing. Use of an incorrect batterycan result in ignition or explosion of the battery.
La pile de sauvegarde contient du lithium. Elleprésente des risques d'incendie, d'explosion ou debrûlures graves. Ne la rechargez pas, ne retirez passon connecteur polarisé et ne la démontez pas. Nel'exposez pas à une temperature supérieure à 100°C,ne la faites pas brûler et n'en exposez pas le contenuà l'eau.Mettez la pile au rebut conformément à laréglementation en vigueur.Une pile inappropriéerisque de prendre feu ou d'exploser.
Die Systembatterie ist eine Lithiumbatterie. Sie kannsich entzünden, explodieren oder schwereVerbrennungen hervorrufen. Batterien dieses Typsdürfen nicht aufgeladen, zerlegt, über 100 C erhitztoder verbrannt werden. Auch darf ihr Inhalt nicht mitWasser in Verbindung gebracht oder der zur richtigenPolung angebrachte Verbindungsstecker entferntwerden. Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichenBestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. BeimErsetzen der Batterie nur Batterien des Typsverwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgeführt ist. DerEinsatz falscher Batterien kann zu Entzündung oderExplosion führen.
La batteria di supporto e una batteria al litio e puoincendiarsi, esplodere o procurare gravi ustioni.Evitare di ricaricarla, smontarne il connettorepolarizzato, smontarla, riscaldarla ad una temperaturasuperiore ai 100 gradi centigradi, incendiarla o gettarlain acqua. Smaltirla secondo la normativa in vigore(DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni e disposizionilocali). L'impiego di una batteria non adatta potrebbedeterminare l'incendio o l'esplosione della batteriastessa.
La bateria de repuesto es una bateria de litio y puedeprovocar incendios, explosiones o quemadurasgraves. No la recargue, ni quite el conectorpolarizado, ni la desmonte, ni caliente por encima delos 100°C (212°F), ni la incinere ni exponga elcontenido de sus celdas al agua.Deséchela tal comodispone la normativa local.
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Safety Notice 5
If the LCD breaks and the fluid from inside the LCDgets into your eyes or on your hands, immediatelywash the affected areas with water for at least 15minutes. Seek medical care if any symptoms from thefluid are present after washing.
Si le panneau d'affichage à cristaux liquides se briseet que vous recevez dans les yeux ou sur les mainsune partie du fluide, rincez-les abondamment pendantau moins quinze minutes. Consultez un médecin sides symptômes persistent après le lavage.
Die Leuchtstoffröhre im LCD-Bildschirm enthältQuecksilber. Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichenBestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. DerLCD-Bildschirm besteht aus Glas und kannzerbrechen, wenn er unsachgemäβbehandelt wirdoder der Computer auf den Boden fällt.Wenn derBildschirm beschädigt ist und die darin befindlicheFlüssigkeit in Kontakt mit Haut und Augen gerät,sollten die betroffenen Stellen mindestens 15 Minutenmit Wasser abgespült und bei Beschwerdenanschlieβend ein Arzt aufgesucht werden.
Nel caso che caso l'LCD si dovesse rompere ed illiquido in esso contenuto entrasse in contatto con gliocchi o le mani, lavare immediatamente le partiinteressate con acqua corrente per almeno 15 minuti;poi consultare un medico se i sintomi dovesseropermanere.
Si la LCD se rompe y el fluido de su interior entra encontacto con sus ojos o sus manos, laveinmediatamente las áreas afectadas con agua durante15 minutos como mínimo. Obtenga atención medica sise presenta algún síntoma del fluido despues delavarse.
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Safety Notice 6
To avoid shock, do not remove the plastic cover thatsurrounds the lower portion of the inverter card.
Afin d'éviter tout risque de choc électrique, ne retirezpas le cache en plastique protégeant la partieinférieure de la carte d'alimentation.
Aus Sicherheitsgründen die Kunststoffabdeckung, dieden unteren Teil der Spannungswandlerplatine umgibt,nicht entfernen.
Per evitare scosse elettriche, non rimuovere lacopertura in plastica che avvolge la parte inferioredella scheda invertitore.
Para evitar descargas, no quite la cubierta de plásticoque rodea la parte baja de la tarjeta invertida.
Safety Notice 7
Though main batteries have low voltage, a shorted orgrounded battery can produce enough current to burncombustible materials or personnel.
Bien que le voltage des batteries principales soit peuélevé, le court-circuit ou la mise à la masse d'unebatterie peut produire suffisamment de courant pourbrûler des matériaux combustibles ou causer desbrûlures corporelles graves.
Obwohl Hauptbatterien eine niedrige Spannunghaben, können sie doch bei Kurzschluβoder Erdunggenug Strom abgeben, um brennbare Materialien zuentzünden oder Verletzungen bei Personenhervorzurufen.
Sebbene le batterie di alimentazione siano a bassovoltaggio, una batteria in corto circuito o a massa puòfornire corrente sufficiente da bruciare materialicombustibili o provocare ustioni ai tecnici dimanutenzione.
Aunque las baterías principales tienen un voltaje bajo,una batería cortocircuitada o con contacto a tierrapuede producir la corriente suficiente como paraquemar material combustible o provocar quemadurasen el personal.
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Safety Notice 8
Before removing any FRU, power-off the computer,unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, removethe battery pack, then disconnect any interconnectingcables.
Avant de retirer une unitÒ remplaable en clientèle,mettez le système hors tension, débranchez tous lescordons d'alimentation des socles de prise de courant,retirez la batterie et déconnectez tous les cordonsd'interface.
Die Stromzufuhr muβabgeschaltet, alle Stromkabelaus der Steckdose gezogen, der Akku entfernt undalle Verbindungskabel abgenommen sein, bevor eineFRU entfernt wird.
Prima di rimuovere qualsiasi FRU, spegnere ilsistema, scollegare dalle prese elettriche tutti i cavi dialimentazione, rimuovere la batteria e poi scollegare icavi di interconnessione.
Antes de quitar una FRU, apague el sistema,desenchufe todos los cables de las tomas de corrienteeléctrica, quite la batería y, a continuación,desconecte cualquier cable de conexión entredispositivos.
SafetyInformation
The following section contains the safety information thatyou need to be familiar with before servicing an IBMmobile computer.
GeneralSafety:Follow these rules to ensure
general safety:
Observe good housekeeping in the area of the
machines during and after maintenance.
When lifting any heavy object:
1.Ensure you can stand safely without slipping.
2.Distribute the weight of the object equallybetween your feet.
3.Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly ortwist when you attempt to lift.
4.Lift by standing or by pushing up with your legmuscles; this action removes the strain from themuscles in your back.
Do not attempt to lift anyobjects that weigh more than 16 kg (35 lb) orobjects that you think are too heavy for you.
Do not perform any action that causes hazards to the
customer, or that makes the equipment unsafe.
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Before you start the machine, ensure that other
service representatives and the customer's personnelare not in a hazardous position.
Place removed covers and other parts in a safe
place, away from all personnel, while you are ser-vicing the machine.
Keep your tool case away from walk areas so that
other people will not trip over it.
Do not wear loose clothing that can be trapped in the
moving parts of a machine. Ensure that your sleevesare fastened or rolled up above your elbows.If yourhair is long, fasten it.
Insert the ends of your necktie or scarf inside clothing
or fasten it with a nonconductive clip, approximately 8centimeters (3 inches) from the end.
Do not wear jewelry, chains, metal-frame eyeglasses,
or metal fasteners for your clothing.Attention:Metal objects are good electrical conduc-
tors.
Wear safety glasses when you are: hammering,
drilling soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, usingsolvents, or working in any other conditions that mightbe hazardous to your eyes.
After service, reinstall all safety shields, guards,
labels, and ground wires. Replace any safety devicethat is worn or defective.
Reinstall all covers correctly before returning the
machine to the customer.
ElectricalSafety:Observe the following rules when
working on electrical equipment.
Important
Use only approved tools and test equipment. Somehand tools have handles covered with a soft materialthat does not insulate you when working with live elec-trical currents. Many customers have, near their equip-ment, rubber floor mats that contain small conductivefibers to decrease electrostatic discharges. Do not usethis type of mat to protect yourself from electricalshock.
Find the room emergency power-off (EPO) switch,
disconnecting switch, or electrical outlet. If an elec-trical accident occurs, you can then operate theswitch or unplug the power cord quickly.
Do not work alone under hazardous conditions or
near equipment that has hazardous voltages.
Disconnect all power before:
–Performing a mechanical inspection
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–Working near power supplies–Removing or installing main units
Before you start to work on the machine, unplug the
power cord. If you cannot unplug it, ask the customerto power-off the wall box that supplies power to themachine and to lock the wall box in the off position.
If you need to work on a machine that has exposed
electrical circuits, observe the following precautions:
–Ensure that another person, familiar with the
power-off controls, is near you.Attention:Another person must be there to
switch off the power, if necessary.
–Use only one hand when working with
powered-on electrical equipment; keep the otherhand in your pocket or behind your back.
Attention:There must be a complete circuit tocause electrical shock. By observing the aboverule, you may prevent a current from passingthrough your body.
–When using testers, set the controls correctly
and use the approved probe leads and accesso-ries for that tester.
–Stand on suitable rubber mats (obtained locally,
if necessary) to insulate you from grounds suchas metal floor strips and machine frames.
Observe the special safety precautions when youwork with very high voltages; these instructions are inthe safety sections of maintenance information. Useextreme care when measuring high voltages. Regu-larly inspect and maintain your electrical hand toolsfor safe operational condition.
Do not use worn or broken tools and testers.Never assume that power has been disconnected
from a circuit. First, check that it has beenpowered-off.
Always look carefully for possible hazards in your
work area. Examples of these hazards are moistfloors, nongrounded power extension cables, powersurges, and missing safety grounds.
Do not touch live electrical circuits with the reflective
surface of a plastic dental mirror. The surface isconductive; such touching can cause personal injuryand machine damage.
Do not service the following parts with the power on
when they are removed from their normal operatingplaces in a machine:
–Power supply units
–Pumps
–Blowers and fans
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–Motorgeneratorsand similar units. (This practice ensures correct
grounding of the units.)
If an electrical accident occurs:
–Use caution; do not become a victim your-
self.
–Switch off power.–Send another person to get medical aid.
Safety Inspection Guide:Theintentofthis
inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentiallyunsafe conditions on these products. Each machine, as itwas designed and built, had required safety items installedto protect users and service personnel from injury. Thisguide addresses only those items. However, good judg-ment should be used to identify potential safety hazardsdue to attachment of non-IBM features or options notcovered by this inspection guide.
If any unsafe conditions are present, you must determinehow serious the apparent hazard could be and whetheryou can continue without first correcting the problem. Con-sider these conditions and the safety hazards they present:
Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary
voltage on the frame can cause serious or fatal elec-trical shock).
Explosive hazards, such as a damaged CRT face or
bulging capacitor.
Mechanical hazards, such as loose or missing hard-
ware.
The guide consists of a series of steps presented in achecklist. Begin the checks with the power off, and thepower cord disconnected.
Checklist:
1.Check exterior covers for damage (loose, broken, orsharp edges).
2.Power-off the computer. Disconnect the power cord.
3.Check the power cord for:
a.A third-wire ground connector in good condition.
Use a meter to measure third-wire ground conti-nuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the externalground pin and frame ground.
b.The power cord should be the appropriate type
as specified in the parts listings.
c.Insulation must not be frayed or worn.
4.Remove the cover.
5.Check for any obvious non-IBM alterations. Use goodjudgment as to the safety of any non-IBM alterations.
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6.Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe condi-tions, such as metal filings, contamination, water orother liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
7.Check for worn, frayed, or pinched cables.
8.Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screwsor rivets) have not been removed or tampered with.
Handling Electrostatic Discharge-SensitiveDevices:Any computer part containing transistors or
integrated circuits ( ICs) should be considered sensitive toelectrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD damage can occurwhen there is a difference in charge between objects.Protect against ESD damage by equalizing the charge sothat the machine, the part, the work mat, and the personhandling the part are all at the same charge.
Notes:
1.Use product-specific ESD procedures when theyexceed the requirements noted here.
2.Make sure that the ESD protective devices you usehave been certified (ISO 9000) as fully effective.
When handling ESD-sensitive parts:
Keep the parts in protective packages until they are
inserted into the product.
Avoid contact with other people.Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to
eliminate static on your body.
Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most
clothing is insulative and retains a charge even whenyou are wearing a wrist strap.
Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide
a static-free work surface. The mat is especiallyuseful when handling ESD-sensitive devices.
Select a grounding system, such as those listed
below, to provide protection that meets the specificservice requirement.
Note:The use of a grounding system is desirable
but not required to protect against ESDdamage.
–Attach the ESD ground clip to any frame ground,
ground braid, or green-wire ground.
–Use an ESD common ground or reference point
when working on a double-insulated or battery-operated system.
–You can use coax or connector-outside shells on
these systems.
–Use the round ground-prong of the AC plug on
AC-operated computers.
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GroundingRequirements:Electrical grounding of
the computer is required for operator safety and correctsystem function. Proper grounding of the electrical outletcan be verified by a certified electrician.
Laser Compliance Statement
Some IBM Personal Computer models are equipped fromthe factory with a CD-ROM drive. CD-ROM drives are alsosold separately as options. The CD-ROM drive is a laserproduct. The CD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. toconform to the requirements of the Department of Healthand Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations(DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products.Elsewhere, the drive is certified to conform to the require-ments of the International Electrotechnical Commission(IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser pro-ducts.
When a CD-ROM drive is installed, note the following.
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CAUTION:Use of controls or adjustments or performance of pro-cedures other than those specified herein might resultin hazardous radiation exposure.
O uso de controles, ajustes ou desempenho deprocedimentos diferentes daqueles aqui especificadospode resultar em perigosa exposição à radiação.
Pour éviter tout risque d'exposition au rayon laser,respectez les consignes de réglage et d'utilisation descommandes, ainsi que les procédures décrites.
Werden Steuer- und Einstellelemente anders als hierfestgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährlicheLaserstrahlung auftreten.
L'utilizzo di controlli, regolazioni o l'esecuzione di pro-cedure diverse da quelle specificate possonoprovocare l'esposizione a
El uso de controles o ajustes o la ejecución deprocedimientos distintos de los aquí especificadospuede provocar la exposición a radiacionespeligrosas.
Opening the CD-ROM drive could result in exposure tohazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable partsinside the CD-ROM drive. Do not open.
Some CD-ROM drives contain an embedded Class 3A orClass 3B laser diode.Note the following.
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DANGER
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare intothe beam, do not view directly with opticalinstruments, and avoid direct exposure to thebeam.
Radiação por raio laser ao abrir. Não olhefixo no feixe de luz, não olhe diretamente pormeio de instrumentos óticos e eviteexposição direta com o feixe de luz.
Rayonnement laser si carter ouvert. Évitez defixer le faisceau, de le regarder directementavec des instruments optiques, ou de vousexposer au rayon.
Laserstrahlung bei geöffnetem Gerät. Nichtdirekt oder über optische Instrumente in denLaserstrahl sehen und den Strahlungsbereichmeiden.
Kinyitáskor lézersugár ! Ne nézzen bele seszabad szemmel, se optikai eszközökkel.KerÎlje a sugárnyalábbal való érintkezést !
Aprendo l'unità vengono emesse radiazionilaser. Non fissare il fascio, non guardarlodirettamente con strumenti ottici e evitarel'esposizione diretta al fascio.
Radiación láser al abrir. No mire fijamente niexamine con instrumental óptico el haz deluz. Evite la exposición directa al haz.
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Read this first
Before you go to the check procedures, be sure to readthis section.
Important Notes
Only certified trained personnel should service
the computer.
Read the entire FRU service procedures before
replacing any FRUs.
Use new nylon-coated screws when you replace
FRUs.
Be extremely careful during write operations such
as copying, saving, or formatting.Drives in the
computer that you are servicing might have beenrearranged or the drive startup sequence might havebeen altered. If you select an incorrect drive, data orprograms could be overwritten.
Replace FRUs only for the correct model.When
you replace a FRU, make sure that the model of themachine and FRU part number are correct by refer-ring to the FRU parts list.
A FRU should not be replaced because of a
single, unreproducible failure.Single failure can
occur for a variety of reasons that have nothing to dowith a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation,electrostatic discharge, or software error. FRUreplacement should be considered only when a recur-ring problem exists. In this case, clear the error logand run the test again. Do not replace FRUs if logerrors do not reappear.
Be careful not to replace a non-defective FRU.
What to do first
The servicer must include the following in the partsexchange form or parts return form that is attached to thereturned FRU:
1.Name and phone number of servicer
2.Date of service
3.Date when part failed
4.Date of purchase
5.Failure symptoms, error codes appearing on display,and beep symptoms
6.Procedure index and page number in which failingFRU was detected
7.Failing FRU name and part number
8.Machine type, model number and serial number
9.Customer's name and address
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Before checking problems with the computer, determinewhether the damage is covered under the warranty byreferring to the following:
Note for Warranty:
For Warranty:
During the warranty period, the customer may beresponsible for repair costs if the computer damagewas caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuit-able physical or operating environment, or impropermaintenance by the customer. The following list pro-vides some common items that are not covered underwarranty and some symptoms that may indicate thesystem was subjected to stresses beyond normal use.
The following is not covered under warranty:
LCD panel cracked by applying excessive force
or by being dropped.
Scratched (cosmetic) parts.Cracked or broken plastic parts, broken latches,
broken pins, or broken connectors caused byexcessive force.
Damage caused by liquid spilled into the system.Damage caused by improperly inserting a PC
Card or installation of an incompatible card.
Damage caused by foreign material in the FDD.Diskette drive damage caused by pressing the
diskette drive cover or inserting diskettes withmultiple labels.
Damaged or bent diskette drive eject button.CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive damage caused by
excessive force, shock, or by being dropped.
Fuses blown by attaching a nonsupported device.Forgotten computer password (making the com-
puter unusable).
The following symptoms might indicate damagecaused by non-warranted activities:
Missing parts may be a symptom of unauthorized
service or modification.
HDD spindles can become noisy if subjected to
excessive force or by being dropped.
I9990303 errors can be caused by exposure to
strong magnetic fields.
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FRU replacement notices
This section contains notices for removal and replacement.Read this section carefully before replacing any FRU.
LCD replacement notice
The TFT LCD for the computer contains many thin-filmtransistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored,or lighted dots (on all the time) is characteristic of TFTLCD technology, but excessive pixel problems can causeviewing concerns. The LCD should be replaced if thenumber of missing, discolored, or lighted dots in any back-ground is:
SVGA (12.1"): 5 or more bright dots, 5 or more dark
dots, or a total of 9 or more bright and dark dots.
XGA (14.1"/15.0"): 8 or more bright dots, 8 or more
dark dots, or a total of 9 or more bright and dark dots.
Screwnotices
This computer uses special nylon-coated screws with thefollowing characteristics:
They maintain tight connections.They do not easily come loose, even with shock or
vibration.
They need additional force to tighten.They should be used only once.
Do the following when you service this machine:
Keep the screw kit (P/N 08K5877) in your tool bag.Always use new screws if you are instructed.Use a torque screwdriver if you have one.
Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. The IBMThinkPad computer addresses this problem with nylon-coated screws. Tighten screws as follows:
Plastic to plastic
Turn an additional 90 degreesafter the screw headtouches the surface of the plastic part:
Logic card to plastic
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Turn an additional 180 degreesafter the screw headtouches the surface of the plastic part:
Torquedriver
If you have a torque driver, refer to the "Torque"column with each step.
Make sure you use the correct screw, and tighten all
screws firmly to the torque shown in the table if youhave a torque screwdriver. Never use a screw that
you removed. Use a new one. Make sure thescrews are tightened firmly.
System board/Inverter replacementnotice
Restoring the system unit serial number:
The EEPROM on the inverter contains vital product data(VPD), such as the system unit serial number and thesystem board serial number. You must restore the systemunit serial number to its original number when the systemboard is replaced.
To restore the system unit serial number, do the following:
1.Install the ThinkPad CE Utility Diskette Version 1.60and restart the computer.
2.Select 1. Set System Identificationfrom the mainmenu.
3.Select 2. Read S/N data from EEPROM.
Each serial number is displayed with its device type. Writedown the system unit serial number. The device type des-ignations for each serial number are as follows:
20: System unit serial number40: System board serial number
To restore the serial number after you have replaced thesystem board, do the following:
1.Install the ThinkPad CE Utility Diskette Version 1.60and restart the computer.
2.Select 1. Set System Identificationfrom the mainmenu.
3.Select 1. Add S/N data from EEPROM.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
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Note:The system unit serial number is written in the label
attached on bottom of the computer.
BiosLevels
An incorrect level of BIOS can cause false error andunnecessary FRU replacement.Use the following informa-tion to determine the current level of BIOS installed in thecomputer, the latest BIOS available for the computer, andwhere to obtain the latest level of BIOS.
Current Level BIOS information.
1.Power-on the computer.
2.Press F1 at the IBM log screen to enter Setup.
3.Click on System Information and press Enter.
4.The System BIOS version will be displayed.
Sources for determining the latest level of BIOS avail-
able.
1.IBM PC Company Home Page
www.ibm.com/pc/us/
2.PC PartnerInfo-Technical Database
3.RETAIN
Sources for obtaining the latest level BIOS available.
1.IBM PC Company Home Page
www.ibm.com/pc/us/
2.PC PartnerInfo-Technical Database
To update the BIOS, see “Flash (BIOS) update procedure.”
Flash (BIOS) update procedure
1.Insert the System Program Service Diskette into thediskette drive.
2.Power-on the computer
3.Select Update System Programs from the menu andfollow the instructions displayed on the screen.
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Related service information
This section provides information about the following:
“Power button as reset switch”“Running a low-level format”“Service Web site”
“Passwords”
“Power management features” on page26“Fn key combinations” on page27
Power button as reset switch
The power button acts as a reset switch when pressed formore than 4 seconds. This resets the system (regardlessof the microcode status) and forces the power off. Use thisonly when power is not completely off or the microcode isin a hung state.
Running a low-level format
Attention:Make sure the drive address to be formatted is
correct. This procedure erases all information on the disk.To format the hard disk, use the Full Erase Hard Driveor
Quick Erase Hard Drivein Utility of the PC-Doctor DOSprogram.Refer to “Testing the computer” on page28.
Service Web site
When the latest maintenance diskette and system programservice diskette are available, they are posted on:
When the power-on password (POP), hard disk password(HDP), and setup password (SUP) (the same function assupervisor password) are used, the following situationsmay occur:
If the POP is the same as the HDP, the POP
prompt appears, but the HDP prompt does notappear.
If the POP is not the same as the HDP, both
prompts appear.
Hard disk password:Harddiskpasswordisa
security feature that is used to protect the hard disk datafrom unauthorized access. No overriding capability is pro-vided, so it can not be replaced if it is forgotten. If the cus-tomer forgets the hard disk password, the hard disk drivemust be replaced.
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Removing the power-on and setup pass-words:Removing the power-on and setup passwords:
Do the following to remove the passwords::
1.Power off the computer.
2.Remove the battery and the AC Adapter.
3.Remove the keyboard, see "Keyboard"on page 60.
4.Change DIP switch position (Pin 6) to "Check Pass-word Disabled", see "Switch Locations"on page
43.
5.Put back keyboard.
6.Connect the AC Adapter.
7.Power on the computer and press F1 to enter theBIOS Utility menu.
8.The main screen displays as below:
BIOSUtility
SystemInformation
BasicSystemSettings
StartupConfiguration
OnboardDevicesConfiguration
SystemSecurity
LoadDefaultSettings
↑↓↵=Movehighlightbar,=Select,Esc=Exit
9.Using the up or down arrow key, select System Secu-rity.
10.Press the Enter Key. The password selection windowappears:
15.Save the changes, and exit the BIOS Utility menu.
16.Power off the computer.
17.Disconnect the AC Adapter.
18.Remove the keyboard.
19.Change DIP switch position (Pin 6) to "Check Pass-word Enabled".
20.Put back the keyboard.
Power management features
Two power management modes are available in the com-puter system to reduce power consumption and to prolongbattery life.
Standbymode:When in standby mode, the fol-
lowing occurs:
The LCD backlight turns off.The hard disk motor either spins down or stops (con-
trolled by OS).
CPU enters stop-grant mode.
Events that cause the computer to enter standby mode:Note:These events depend on the Power buttonsset-
tings (options set to standby mode) in the"Advanced" page of the "Power Management Prop-erties" screen.
Standby requested by the Sleep button (Fn+F4)Standby requested by the power buttonStandby requested by closing the lid.
Events that cause the computer to exit standby mode:RTCalarm
Power-on switch is operatedAny key or Easy Launch button operationThe LCD is opened (if the system entered standby
mode from closing the lid).
Note:This is true if When I close the lid of my
portable computer:is set to Standbyin the
"Advanced" page of the "Power ManagementProperties" screen
Plug-in or plug-out of USB devicesA serial or PC Card device signals the modem ring
indicatorNote:The modem ring wakeup function is effective
only on embedded PC Card modem devices.
The battery power is at a critical level.
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Hibernationmode:When in hibernation mode, the
following occurs:
The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are
stored on the hard disk.
The system is powered off.
Events that cause the computer to enter hibernation mode:Note:These events depend on the Power buttonsset-
tings (options set to hibernation mode) in the"Advanced" page of the "Power Management Prop-erties" screen.
Hibernation requested by the Sleep button (Fn+F4)Hibernation requested by the power buttonHibernation requested by closing the lid.
Events that cause the computer to exit hibernation mode:RTCalarm
Power-on switch is operated
When power is turned on, the hibernation history in theboot record on the hard disk is recognized and the systemstatus is restored from the hard disk to resume operation.
Fn key combinations
The following table shows the Fn key and function keycombinations and their corresponding functions. The Fnkey works independently of the operating system. Theoperating system obtains the status through the systemmanagement interface to control the system.
Fn keyFunction
Fn+F1Launch Control at a glance.Fn+F2Launch Power Management Properties.Fn+F4Sleep buttonFn+F7Switch display output location.Fn+HomeBrightness upFn+EndBrightness downFn+InsContrast up (HPA LCD models only)Fn+DelContrast down (HPA LCD models only)
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Checkoutguide
Use the following procedure as a guide for computer prob-lems.
Note:The diagnostic tests are intended to test only IBM
products. Non-IBM products, prototype cards, ormodified options can give false errors and invalidsystem responses.
1.Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as pos-sible.
2.Verify the symptoms by attempting to recreate thefailure by running the diagnostic test or by repeatingthe same operation.
Testing the computer
The ThinkPad computer has a test program calledPC-Doctor DOS (hereafter called
PC-Doctor
). You candetect errors by running the diagnostics test of PC-Doctor.This section is an overview on detecting the problem.Refer to “Product overview” on page44 for details thatdepend on model-unique functions.
To run the test, do the following:Note:In the following procedure, you can select an item
not only with the arrow keys, but also with theTrackPoint. Instead of pressing Enter, you canclick the left click button.
1.Insert the PC-Doctor DOS Disk into the diskette drive;then power on the computer.
If the computer cannot be powered on, go to “Powersystems checkout” on page30 and check the powersources.
If an error code appears, go to “Symptom-to-FRUIndex” on page33.
The PC-Doctor main panel appears.
2.Select Diagnosticswith the arrow keys, and pressEnter.
A pull-down menu appears:Note:The pull-down menu differs depending on the
model.
3.Run the applicable function test.
4.Follow the instructions on the screen. If there is aproblem, PC-Doctor shows some messages.
5.Reseat the cable or connector of the detected FRUand run the test again.
If the error recurs, replace the FRU that caused theerror.
Note:With some FRUs, especially the system
board, the problem might be caused byperipheral FRUs. Verify that each peripheral
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FRU, such as the flexible cable, has noproblem by doing the following:
a.Replace each peripheral FRU one at a
time, and run the test again.
b.If the peripheral FRUs have no problem,
replace the main FRU itself.To see the FRU structure of each model,
refer to “Product overview” on page44.
6.To exit the test, select Quit – Exit Diag.To cancel the test, press Esc.
The following table lists the options on the test menu.
To verify the symptom of the power problem on the com-puter, do the following:
1.Power off the computer.
2.Remove the battery pack.
3.Connect the AC Adapter.
4.Check that power is supplied when you power on thecomputer.
5.Power off the computer.
6.Disconnect the AC Adapter and install the chargedbattery pack.
7.Check that power is supplied by the battery packwhen you power on the computer.
If you suspect a power problem, refer the appropriatepower supply check listed below:
“Checking the AC Adapter”“Checking operational charging” on page31“Checking the Battery ASM” on page31
Checking the AC Adapter:Youcarehere
because the computer fails only when the AC Adapter isused:
If the power-on indicator does not turn on, check the
power cord of the AC Adapter for correct continuityand installation.
If the operational charge does not work, go to
“Checking operational charging” on page31.
Unplug the AC Adapter cable from the computer andmeasure the output voltage at the plug of the AC Adaptercable. See the following figure:
1
2
30
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If the voltage is not correct, replace the AC Adapter.If the voltage is within the range, do the following:
Replace the DC-DC & BATT board.Replace the system board.If the problems still persist, go to “Undetermined
Problems” on page38.
Note:An audible noise from the AC Adapter does not
always indicate a defect.
Checking operational charging:Tocheck
operational charging, use a discharged battery pack(Battery ASM) or a Battery ASM that has less than 50% ofthe total power remaining when installed in the computer.
Perform operational charging. If the battery status indicatoror icon does not turn on or does not show orange color,remove the Battery ASM and let it return to room temper-ature. Reinstall the Battery ASM. If the charge indicator oricon still does not turn on or still does not show orangecolor, replace the Battery ASM.
If the charge indicator still does not turn on, replace theDC-DC & BATT board, then the system board. Thenreinstall the Battery ASM. If the reinstalled Battery ASM isnot charged, go to the next section.
Checking the Battery ASM:Afterthebatteryis
fully charged, charger can not charge battery until the FuelGauge shows that less than 95% of total power remains;with this condition the battery pack can charge to 100% ofits capacity. This protects the Battery ASM from beingovercharged or from having a shortened life.
Note:The Battery ASM might not be able to charged
when it is hot. In that case, remove it from thecomputer and leave it at room temperature for awhile.After it cools down, reinstall it and rechargeit.
Do the following:
1.Power off the computer.
2.Remove the battery pack and measure the voltagebetween battery terminals 1 (+) and 7 (-). See the fol-lowing figure.
PinVoltage (V dc)
115.5V — 17.0V2Ground
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Note:Signal lines, not used in these steps, are used
for communications between the system andthe battery.
3.First, discharge the battery, until the voltage is lessthan 10.8V (LiIon) or 9.6V (NiMH). Then, charge thebattery for 30 minutes. Now, check the voltage. If thevoltage is still less than 10.8V (Li-Ion) or 9.6V (NiMH),replace the battery.
4.If the voltage is more than 10.8V (LiIon) or 9.6V(NiMH), measure the resistance between battery ter-minals 5 and 7. The resistance must be 390Ω(Li-Ion)or 10KΩ(NiMH). If the resistance is not correct,replace the Battery ASM. If the resistance is correct,replace the DC-DC & BATT board, then the systemboard.
TerminalSignal / Voltage (V dc)
1BT-2BT-SENSE3BT-SCLK4BT-SDATA5BT-TH6BT+SENSE7BT+
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Symptom-to-FRUIndex
The Symptom-to-FRU Index lists the symptoms and errorsand the possible causes. The most likely cause is listedfirst.
Note:Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the
sequence shown in the FRU/Action columns. If aFRU does not solve the problem, put the originalpart back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.
This index can also be used to help you decide whichFRUs should be available when servicing a computer.
Numeric error codes show the errors detected in POST orsystem operation (runtime). In the following error codes, Xcan be any number.
If no codes are available, use narrative symptoms.If the symptom, is not listed, go to “Undetermined
Problems” on page38.Note:For any IBM device not supported by the diagnostic
codes in this ThinkPad computer, see the manualfor that device.
Numeric Error Codes and Messages
ErrorCode
MessageFRU/Action in Sequence
006Equipment
ConfigurationError
Enter BIOS Utility andexecute "Load SetupDefault Settings"; thenreboot the system.
040Diskette Drive
ControllerError
Go to “FRU tests” on
page 48.DiskettedriveSystemboard
070Real Time
Clock Error 1
Backup battery (RTC
battery)
Enter BIOS Utility and
execute "Load Setup
Default Settings"; then
reboot the system.Systemboard
071CMOS Battery
Bad 4
Backup battery (RTC
battery)
Enter BIOS Utility and
execute "Load Setup
Default Settings"; then
reboot the system.Systemboard
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ErrorCode
MessageFRU/Action in Sequence
072CMOS
ChecksumError 1
Enter BIOS Utility andexecute "Load SetupDefault Settings"; thenreboot the system.
110Incorrect
PasswordSpecified.System Halted1
Set SWZ1 Pin 6
(Check Password) to"0".
Enter BIOS Utility and
clear password.
Set SWZ1 Pin 6
(Check Password) to"1".
252VPD
ChecksumError
Run CE Utility.Input correct data.
Operatingsystem notfound
Boot from system diskette.
LCD-RelatedSymptoms
LCD FRU Replacement Notice
The TFT LCD for the computer contains many thin-filmtransistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discol-ored, or lighted dots (on all the time) is characteristicof TFT LCD technology, but excessive pixel problemscan cause viewing concerns. The LCD should bereplaced if the number of missing, discolored, orlighted dots in any background is:
SVGA (12.1"): 5 or more bright dots, 5 or more
dark dots, or a total of 9 or more bright and darkdots.
XGA (14.1"/15.0"): 8 or more bright dots, 8 or
more dark dots, or a total of 9 or more bright anddark dots.
LCD has extra hori-zontal or vertical linesdisplayed.
Check LCD inverter IDLCD FPC ASM
LCDinverterLCDSystemboard
Keyboard/TrackPoint-RelatedSymptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
Keyboard (one ormore keys) doesn'twork.
Go to “FRU tests” on
page 48.
Reseat keyboard cable.KeyboardSystemboard
TrackPoint does notwork.
Go to “FRU tests” on
page 48.
Reseat keyboard cable.KeyboardSystemboard
Indicator-RelatedSymptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
Indicator incorrectlyremains off or on, butsystem runs cor-rectly.
Reseat LED board.LEDboardSystemboard
Power-RelatedSymptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
Power shuts downduring operation.
Go to “Power systems
checkout” on page30.ACAdapterBatterypack
DC/DC & Charge board
Systemboard
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Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
The system doesn'tpower on.
Go to “Power systems
checkout” on page30.ACAdapterBattery
DC/DC & Charge board
Systemboard
The system doesn'tpower off.
Go to “Power systems
checkout” on page30.
Hold and press the power
switch for more than 4
seconds.
DC/DC & Charge board
Systemboard
Battery can't becharged.
Go to “Power systems
checkout” on page30.Batterypack
DC/DC & Charge board
Systemboard
Memory-RelatedSymptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
Memory count (size)appears differentfrom the actual size.
Go to “FRU tests” on
page 48.
Enter BIOS Utility and
execute "Load Setup Default
Settings"; then reboot the
system.DIMMSystemboard
Audio-RelatedSymptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
Internal speakersmake noise or emitno sound.
Speaker volume controlGo to “FRU tests” on
page 48.Speaker(s)
External speakersmake noise or emitno sound.
Speaker volume controlGo to “FRU tests” on
page 48.Speaker(s)
In DOS or Windows,multimedia programs,no sound comes fromthe computer.(Onlysystem beeps areheard at power on.)
Speaker volume controlGo to “FRU tests” on
page 48.Speaker(s)
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PC Card (PCMCIA)-Related Symptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
System cannot detectthe PC Card(PCMCIA)
PC Card (PCMCIA) slots
assembly
Systemboard
PCMCIA slot pin isdamaged.
PC Card (PCMCIA) slots assembly
Power Management-Related Symptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
The system doesn'tenter hibernationmode.
Go to “Hibernation mode” on
page 27.
Keyboard
Hard disk drive
Systemboard
The system doesn'tresume fromhibernation mode.
Go to “Hibernation mode” on
page 27.
Hard disk drive
Systemboard
The system doesn'tenter into or resumefrom sleep modeafter closing the LCD.
LidswitchSystemboard
Battery fuel-gaugedoesn't go higherthan 90%.
Remove battery pack and let
it cool for 2 hours.
Refresh battery (continue
using battery until power off,then charge the battery).
Batterypack
DC/DC & Charge board
Systemboard
System configurationdoes not match theinstalled devices.
Enter BIOS Utility and execute"Load Setup Default Settings";then reboot the system.
System hangsintermittently.
Reseat hard disk drive.Fan ASM (go to “FRU tests”
on page48).
Systemboard
In DOS or Windows,multimedia programs,no sound comes fromthe computer.
Speaker volume controlSpeaker (go to “FRU tests”
on page48).
Systemboard
Peripheral-Device-RelatedSymptom
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
External display doesnot work correctly.
System board
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Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
Printer problems.Run printer self-test.
PrinterdriverPrintercable
Ensure that "Parallel Port" in
the "Onboard Devices Config-
uration" menu of the BIOS
Utility is correctly set.Systemboard
Serial or parallel portdevice problems.
DevicedriverDevicecableDevice
Ensure that "Serial Port" and
"Parallel Port" in the
"Onboard Devices Configura-
tion" menu of the BIOS Utility
is correctly set.Systemboard
Modem-RelatedSymptoms
Symptom/ErrorFRU/Action in Sequence
Internal modem doesnot work correctly
Go to “FRU tests” on
page 48.ModemconnectorModemboardSystemboard
IntermittentProblems
Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by avariety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardwaredefect, such as cosmic radiation, electronic discharge, orsoftware errors. FRU replacement should only be consid-ered when a recurring problem exists.
When analyzing the intermittent problem, do the following:
1.Run the diagnostic test for the system board at least10 times.
2.If no error is detected, do not replace any FRUs.
3.If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun thetest to verify that there are no more errors.
UndeterminedProblems
The diagnostic tests did not identify which adapter ordevice failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whethera short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inop-erative. Follow the procedures below to isolate the failingFRU.
Verify that the power supply being used at the time of thefailure is operating correctly.
1.Power off the computer.
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2.Check the cables, wires, and connectors for short cir-cuits and open circuits. Visually check them fordamage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.
3.Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:Non-IBMdevices
Printer, external mouse & keyboard, and other
external devices
Batterypack
Hard disk driveDiskette drive/CD-ROM drivePC Card (PCMCIA)
4.Power on the computer.
5.Determine if the problem has changed.
6.If the problem does not occur again, reconnect theremoved devices one at a time until you find thefailing FRU.
7.If the problem remains, replace the following FRUsone at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.
Chargerboard
Audio & battery function connection boardLCDassemblySystemboard
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LocationsFrontView
1.LCDlatches
2.Keyboard Light (available on select models only)
3.LCD
4.Speakers
5.Keyboard Light switch (available on select modelsonly)
6.Statusindicators
7.CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
8.CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive activity indicator
9.CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive eject button
10.CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive emergency eject hole
11. Batterypack
12. MediaCenter
13.Media Center previous track/chapter button
14.Media Center next track/chapter button
15. Volumecontrol
16.Media Center status LCD
17.Media Center play/pause button
18.Media Center stop/eject button
19.Media Center power button
20.Internet Scroll Bar
21. Clickbuttons
22. Fnkey
23. TrackPointstick
24.Easy Launch buttons
25. Built-inmicrophone
26. Powerbutton
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13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
23
24
25
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3
4
4
5
6
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7
11
10
9
8
2
Note:15" LCD has different locations of speakers, micro-
phone and status indicator.The speakers arelocated in the back of LCD. Microphone and statusindicator are moved to the main unit.
RearView
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4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
2
3
15
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17
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2.Mouse/keyboard (PS/2) connector
3.Telephoneconnector
4.Serialconnector
5.Parallelconnector
6.Securitykeyhole
7.Universal serial bus (USB) connector
8.External monitor connector
9.TV-out (S-video) jack
10.PC Card slots
11.PC Card eject buttons
12. Line-out/headphonejack
13. Line-injack
14. Microphone-injack
15. Diskettedrive
16. Diskette-drive-activityindicator
17.Diskette eject button
BottomView
1
2
3
4
1.Battery-packlatch
2.Memory slot door
3.Modem card compartment
4.Tiltfeet
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SwitchLocations
There are two switches found on the system board. Referto the figure below on how to set these switches.
EnglishJapaneseGerman
Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5
Boot BlockDisabled
Boot BlockEnabled
CheckPasswordEnabled
CheckPasswordDisabled
Pin 6
ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 (Part I)
This section applies to the models in Group-A and B. (Seethe 2621 model table on page iii.)
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Productoverview
The following shows an overview of the system features.Note:The table below applies to the models in Group-A
(See the 2621 model table on page iii.)
FeatureDescription
ProcessorIntel** Celeron** processor 400,
433 or 466 MHzBus architecturePCISystem memory2 DIMM slots, no memory on
EIDE interfaceModem56.6 Kbps, internal (depends on
the model)PC Card (PCMCIA)One Type III or Type II, with
CardBus and ZV supportI/O portsExternal monitor
Speaker-out
Line-in
Microphone-in
DC-in
Mouse/keyboard
Parallel
Serial
USB
Telephone (RJ11)
TV-out (S-video)
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Statusindicators:The system-status indicators on
the computer show the current status of your computer bytheir on or off states and colors (green and orange). Eachindicator is identified with a symbol. The following showsthe location and the meaning of each icon:
1
A
+
7
126
5
4
3
2
1
FeatureDescription
AC Adapter56–Watt type
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SymbolColorMeaning
(1) Battery statusGreenEnough battery power
remains for operation.
Blinkingorange
The battery pack needsto be charged
OrangeThe battery pack is
being charged.
(2) Standbymode
GreenThe computer is in
standby mode
Blinkinggreen
The computer is enteringor resuming fromhibernation mode.
(3) Drive in useOrange
(somewill beGreen)
Data is being read fromor written to the harddisk, floppy drive, or datais being read from theCD-ROM drive. Do notenter standby mode orpower off the computerwhen this indicator is on.
(4) Numeric lockGreenThe numeric keypad on
the keyboard is enabled.You enable or disablethe keypad by pressingand holding the Shiftkey, and pressing theNumLkkey. For details,see the
User's Refer-
ence
.
(5) Caps lockGreenCaps Lock mode is
enabled. All alphabeticcharacters
(A-Z)
areentered in capital letterswithout the Shiftkeybeing pressed. Youenable or disable theCaps Lock mode bypressing the Caps Lockkey.
(6) Scroll lockGreenScroll Lock mode is
enabled. The Arrowkeys can be used asscreen-scroll functionkeys. The cursor cannotbe moved with theArrowkeys.
Not allapplication programssupport this function.
You enable or disableScroll Lock mode bypressing theScrLkkey.
(7) Power onGreenThe computer is opera-
tional. This indicator ison when the computer ison.
Mouse (Interactive Tests).Hard disk driveFixed Disks (Diagnostics)Diskette drive1.Diskette Drive (Diagnostics)
2.Diskette (Interactive Tests)
CD-ROM orDVD-ROM drive
CD-ROM/DVD (Interactive Tests)
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FRUApplicable test
Memory1.If a DIMM is installed, remove it
and run Memory Test-Quick(Diagnostics)
2.If the problem does not recur,replace the DIMM and run thetest again.
3.If the test does not detect theerror, run Memory Test-Full(Diagnostics)
Fan1.Start Windows 98 and check the
air turbulence at the louver at therear of the computer.
2.Run the fan test in Other Devices(Diagnostics).
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FRU removals and replacements
This section contains information about removals andreplacements.
Do not damage any parts. Only certified and trained
personnel should service the computer.
The arrows in this section show the direction of move-
ment to remove a FRU, or to turn a screw to releasethe FRU. The arrows are marked in numeric order, insquare callout, to show the correct sequence ofremoval.
Any FRUs that must be removed before removing the
failing FRU are listed at the top of the page.
To replace a FRU, reverse the removal procedure
and follow any notes that pertain to replacement. See“Locations” on page40 for internal cable connectionsand arrangement information.
When replacing a FRU, use the correct screw size, as
shown in the procedure.
Safety Notice 1
Translations in "Safety Notices (Multilingual Trans-lations)" section: Before the computer is powered-onafter FRU replacement, make sure all screws, springs,or other small parts are in place and are not left looseinside the computer. Verify this by shaking the com-puter and listening for rattling sounds. Metallic parts ormetal flakes can cause electrical shorts.
Safety Notice 3
Translations in "Safety Notices (Multilingual Trans-lations)" section: The battery pack contains smallamounts of nickel. Do not disassemble it, throw it intofire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose of the batterypack as required by local ordinances or regulations.Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listingwhen replacing the battery pack. Use of an incorrectbattery can result in ignition or explosion of thebattery.
Safety Notice 8
Translations in "Safety Notices (Multilingual Trans-lations)" section: Before removing any FRU, power-offthe computer, unplug all power cords from electricaloutlets, remove the battery pack, then disconnect anyinterconnecting cables.
Attention:The system board is sensitive and can bedamaged by electronic discharge. Establish personalgrounding by touching a ground point with one hand beforetouching these units.
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An electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N: 6405959)must be used to establish personal grounding.
Batteryassembly
1
3
2
Note:When install a new battery pack, push the battery
in and lock it. No need to repeat step 1 and 2.
Warning
Battery packs are capable of delivering high currentsfor a significant amount of time. Do not short thebattery terminals.
CD player panel and CD player controlboard
1
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5
3
4
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 6L (2)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Note:The FPC is connected to the system board by the
other end. When removing the CD player paneland CD player control board, release the FPC withcaution.
Hard disk drive assembly
“Battery assembly” on page51“CD player panel and CD player control board” on
page 51
Warning
Do not drop or apply any shock to the hard disk drive.The hard disk drive is sensitive to physical shock.Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanentloss of data on the drive.
Before removing the drive, have the user make abackup copy of all the information on the drive if pos-sible.
Never remove the drive while the system is operatingor is in suspend mode.
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Hard disk drive kitting pack
“Battery assembly” on page51“CD player panel and CD player control board” on
page 51
“Hard disk drive assembly” on page53
1
2
Memory cover and memory card
“Battery assembly” on page51
2
1
Memory cover
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M3 x 4L (2)Silver3.2 kgf-cm
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Note:The screw does not separate from the memory
cover.To install the memory card:With the notched end of the memory card toward the right
side of the socket, insert the memory card, at an angle ofapproximately 20°, into the socket; then press it firmly.Pivot the memory card until it snaps into place.
Modem cover and modem card
“Battery assembly” on page51
1
2
Note:The screw does not separate from the modem
cover.To remove the modem card:
1.Disconnect the modem cable.
2.Press the release latches on both sides of the modemboard.
3.Pull out the modem card.
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3
2
When reinserting the card, reverse the procedures above.
Middle cover and launch key assembly
“Battery assembly” on page51
1
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3
Optional customerized sheet
Power button
5
4
6
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L (2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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8
9
Turn over
Stick
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
3M2.5 x 3.5L (2)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Notes:
1.Adjust the LCD module to the widest angle. Becareful not to scratch the surface of the middle cover.
2.Turn the middle cover and launch key assemblyupside down when removing the FFC.
10
CAUTION:There is a FFC connected to the middle cover. Whenremoving the middle cover, release the FFC withcaution.
11
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Keyboard
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2
3
4
5
6
7
LargegreenFPC
SmallgreenFPC
YellowFPC
Note:Make sure the FPC finger side is facing outwards,
when inserted.
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Notes:
1.When replacing the keyboard, make sure that the 3cables are clean and insert them directly into the con-nectors, making sure they make contact with thebottom of the connector. Now press down on thelatch of the connector to secure.
2.If the cables do not touch the bottom of the con-nector, the keyboard function will be rendereduseless.
3.The cables of the keyboard are fragile and could bedamaged. Be careful when pulling out the cables.
Upper heat sink
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60
1
3
2
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 8L (4)Black1.6 kgf-cm2M2.5 x 10L (1)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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CD-ROM/DVD-ROMassembly
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1
CAUTION:When the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM assembly is removed,the machine is unstable.
CD-ROM/DVD-ROM chassis assembly
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“CD-ROM/DVD-ROMassembly”
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3
4
Caution
Do not disassemble the CD-ROM; there are no useradjustments or serviceable parts inside. The use ofcontrols, adjustments or performing procedures otherthan those specified may result in hazardous radiationexposure.
The CD-ROM is a sensitive electronic device, handlingshould be cautious.
Do not apply any extra force to the CD-ROM drivewhen removing it.
PCMCIAholder
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 3L (4)Silver1.8 kgf-cm
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 3L (2)Silver1.3 kgf-cm
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2
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L (4)Silver with
washerhead
1.6 kgf-cm
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Note:Before removing and replacing the PCMCIA holder,
make sure that the PCMCIA cards are removed.
CAUTION:When removing the PCMCIA holder, pull them up at anangle. It cannot be removed when pulled straight up.
LCDassembly
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1
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 6L (2)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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3
2
Backupbattery
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
2M2 x 12L (2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm4M2.5 x 6L (1)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Safety Notice 4
Translation in "Safety Notices: Multilingual Trans-lations" section: The backup battery is a lithium batteryand can cause a fire, an explosion, or severe burns.Do not recharge it, remove its polarized connector,disassemble it, heat it above 100°C (212°F), incinerateit, or expose its cell contents to water. Dispose of thebattery as required by local ordinances or regulations.Use of an incorrect battery can result in ignition orexplosion of the battery. Replacement batteries can beordered from IBM or IBM Authorized Dealers.
Keyboardbezel
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Memory cover
1
2
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5
4
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 6L (4)Black3.2 kgf-cm2M2.5 x 3.5L (2)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Fragile
CAUTION:The upper cover has several latches. When removingthe upper cover from the bottom cover, gently releasethese latches, then raise the side of the uppoer coverfacing the palm rest to remove it. Be careful not tobreak the latches.
Diskette drive assembly
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Fanassembly
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 3.5L (3)Black2.0 kgf-cm2M2 x 4L (1)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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DC-DC charger board
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1
2
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
2M2.5 x 3.5L (2)Black3.2 kgf-cm
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 3.5L (2)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Systemboard
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Notes:
1.When removing the system board from the bottomcover, gently raise the side of the system boardfacing the rear I/O ports; then pull out the systemboard.
2.When replacing the system board, align the powerswitch and power actuator. Make sure that the powerswitch operates correctly before securing the screws.
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 3.5L(3)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Bottomcase
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LCD bezel assembly (12.1")
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Note:When removing the LCD, take note of the
following:
Be careful not to scratch the LCD cover when
removing the screw covers.
The LCD front cover has several latches.
Release these latches; then remove the LCDcover. Be careful not to break these latches.
Gently push the two hooks outward to remove
the LCD front cover.
LCD bezel assembly (13.0")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
2M2.5 x 10L(2)Black1.6 kgf-cm3M2.5 x 6L(1)Black1.6 kgf-cm
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Note:When removing the LCD, take note of the
following:
Be careful not to scratch the LCD cover when
removing the screw covers.
The LCD front cover has several latches.
Release these latches; then remove the LCDcover. Be careful not to break these latches.
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
2M2.5 x 10L(2)Black3.2 kgf-cm3M2.5 x 6L(1)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Gently push the two hooks outward to remove
the LCD front cover.
LCD bezel assembly (14.1")
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2
3
2
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
2M2.5 x 10L(2)Black3.2 kgf-cm3M2.5 x 6L(1)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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Note:When removing the LCD, take note of the
following:
Be careful not to scratch the LCD cover when
removing the screw covers.
The LCD front cover has several latches.
Release these latches; then remove the LCDcover. Be careful not to break these latches.
Gently push the two hooks outward to remove
the LCD front cover.
LED board (12.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (12.1")” on page73
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L(2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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3
Right speaker
Left speaker
Microphone
5
4
6
LED board (13.0")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (13.0")” on page74
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L(2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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2
Right speaker
Left speaker
Microphone
5
4
6
LED board (14.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (14.1")” on page76
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L(2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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2
4
6
5
Light
Right speaker
Left speaker
Microphone
LCD inverter (12.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (12.1")” on page73
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L(2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
M3 x 5L(1)Silver3.2 kgf-cm
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3
LCD inverter (13.0")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (13.0")” on page74
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1
3
4
LCD inverter (14.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (14.1")” on page76
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L(2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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2
4
3
Cable assembly of microphone (12.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (12.1")” on page73“LED board (12.1")” on page77
Cable assembly of microphone (13.0")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (13.0")” on page74“LED board (13.0")” on page78
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2 x 4L(2)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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Cable assembly of microphone (14.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (14.1")” on page76“LED board (14.1")” on page79
LCD bracket hinge assembly, speakerassembly and LCD rear cover assembly(12.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (12.1")” on page73“LED board (12.1")” on page77“LCD inverter (12.1")” on page80“Cable assembly of microphone (12.1")” on page82
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StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M3 x 5L(3)Silver3.2 kgf-cm
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5
4
LCD bracket hinge assembly, speakerassembly and LCD rear cover assembly(13.0")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (13.0")” on page74
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
2M2.5 x 6L(3)Black3.2 kgf-cm
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
4M2.5 x 6L(2)Black3.2 kgf-cm
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“LED board (13.0")” on page78“LCD inverter (13.0")” on page81“Cable assembly of microphone (13.0")” on page82
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LCD bracket hinge assembly, speakerassembly, keyboard light, and LCD rearcover assembly (14.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (14.1")” on page76“LED board (14.1")” on page79“LCD inverter (14.1")” on page81
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 6L(7)Black3.2 kgf-cm
86ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500 HMM
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“Cable assembly of microphone (14.1")” on page83
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2
3
4
StepSize (Quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 x 6L(2)Black3.2 kgf-cm2M2 x 4L(1)Silver1.6 kgf-cm3M2 x 3L(4)Silver1.6 kgf-cm
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LCD FPC assembly (12.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (12.1")” on page73“LED board (12.1")” on page77“LCD inverter (12.1")” on page80“Cable assembly of microphone (12.1")” on page82“LCD bracket hinge assembly, speaker assembly and
LCD rear cover assembly (12.1")” on page83
LCD FPC assembly (13.0")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65“LCD bezel assembly (13.0")” on page74“LED board (13.0")” on page78“LCD inverter (13.0")” on page81“Cable assembly of microphone (13.0")” on page82“LCD bracket hinge assembly, speaker assembly and
LCD rear cover assembly (13.0")” on page85
LCD FPC assembly (14.1")
“Battery assembly” on page51“Middle cover and launch key assembly” on page56“Keyboard” on page60“LCD assembly” on page65
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“LCD bezel assembly (14.1")” on page76“LED board (14.1")” on page79“LCD inverter (14.1")” on page81“Cable assembly of microphone (14.1")” on page83“LCD bracket hinge assembly, speaker assembly,
keyboard light, and LCD rear cover assembly (14.1")”on page86
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2
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Parts list (ThinkPad i Series 1400/1500)
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2-a
Note:The table below applies to the models in Group-A
(See the 2621 model table on page iii.)
No.DescriptionFRU No.
1Middle Cover & Launch Key ASM
14.1"
08K5865
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No.DescriptionFRU No.
Middle Cover & Launch Key ASM
14.1" (for Japan)
08K6054
Middle Cover & Launch Key ASM
12.1"/13.0"
08K5869
Middle Cover & Launch Key ASM
12.1"/13.0" (for Japan)
08K6055
2Launch Key Board08K34042-aCD Control Card08K34053Upper Heat sink08K58684Keyboard Bezel (IBM Logo, Lid SW,
Bracket Screw, PCMCIA Shutter)
08K5918
Keyboard Bezel (IBM Logo, Lid SW,Bracket Screw, PCMCIA Shutter) (forJapan)
08K6053
5FDD w/ Bezel05K91796Fan ASM08K58727PCMCIA Holder08K58738Planar W/O TV out (Celeron 400)10L1535
Planar W/ TV out (Celeron 433)10L1537Planar W/ TV out (Celeron 466)10L1539