Laptop L40SX
Laptop CL57
Notebook N45SL
Notebook N51XX
Portable P70/P75
ThinkPad 300
ThinkPad 350
ThinkPad 500
ThinkPad 510
ThinkPad 710T
Expansion Unit
Dock Station I
Dock Station II
Before using this information and the product it
supports, be sure to read the general information
under “Notices” on page 489.
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About This Manual
This manual contains service and reference information for
IBM* Laptop, Notebook, Portable, and ThinkPad Computer
products. Use this manual along with the advanced
diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively.
The manual is divided into sections as follows:
The Introduction section provides general information,
guidelines, and safety information required to service
computers.
The majority of the manual consists of
product-specific sections that include service,
reference, and product-specific parts information.
The Common Devices Checkout section contains
information for testing optional attachable devices
common to the products in this manual.
The Common Parts Listing section contains parts
listings for parts and tools common to the products in
this manual.
The Miscellaneous section contains acronyms,
abbreviations, terms, and a telephone number listing.
Important
This manual is intended for trained servicers who are
familiar with IBM mobile products. Use this manual
along with the advanced diagnostic tests to
troubleshoot problems effectively.
Before servicing an IBM mobile product, be sure to
review the safety information under “Safety Notices
(Multi-lingual Translations)” on page 7 and “Safety
Information” on page 14.
*
Trademark of the IBM Corporation.
iii
Related Publications
The following publications are available for IBM mobile
products. For more information, contact IBM or your IBM
Authorized Dealer.
PublicationPart, Form Number
Mobile Systems HMM Volume 2:
Thinkpad Computers
Model L40 SX (8543) HMR15F2267, S15F2267
Model L40 SX (8543) HMS15F2266, S15F2266
Model N45SL (2614) HMR42G0485, S42G0485
Model N45SL (2614) HMS42G0486, S42G0486
Model N51 SX/SLC (8551) HMR04G5111, S04G5111
Model N51 SX/SLC (8551) HMS04G5112, S04G5112
Model CL57 SX (8554) HMR10G4419, S10G4419
Model CL57 SX (8554) HMS10G4420, S10G4420
Model P70 386 (8573) HMR64F3994, S64F3994
Model P70 386 (8573) HMS15F2198, S15F2198
Model P75 486 (8573) HMR84F8525, S84F8525
Model P75 486 (8573) HMS84F7593, S84F7593
ThinkPad 350/350C (2618),
PS/Note 425/425C HMS
Expansion Unit (3550-001) HMR42G2335, S42G2335
Expansion Unit (3550-001) HMS42G2336, S42G2336
Expansion Unit (3550-002) HMR42G2331, S42G2331
Expansion Unit (3550-002) HMS42G2332, S42G2332
PS/2 FaxConcentrator/A HMR
Supplement
PS/2 FaxConcentrator/A HMS
Supplement
PS/2 Comm. Cartridge I HMR10G5992, S10G5992
PS/2 Comm. Cartridge I HMS10G5993, S10G5993
PS/2 Comm. Cartridge II HML
(N51SX)
PS/2 Comm. Cartridge II HML
(CL57SX)
PS/2 Data/Fax Modem HML04G5110, S04G5110
IBM High Speed Internal,
PCMCIA Data/Fax Modems
30H2357,
S82G-1502-03
A211000, GA211000
15F2662, S15F2662
84F8541, S84F8541
04G5109, S04G5109
10G4421, S10G4421
61G1556, S61G1556
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Obsolete Publications
This manual obsoletes the following publication:
PublicationPart, Form Number
IBM Laptop, Notebook, and
Portable Computers Vol. 1
82G1501, S82G1501
Related Diskettes
The following diskettes are available for IBM mobile
products. For more information, contact IBM or your IBM
Authorized Dealer.
DiskettePart, Form Number
Model L40 SX (8543)
Reference Diskette
Model N45SL (2614)
Advanced Diagnostics
Model N51 SX/SLC (8551)
Reference and Diagnostic
Package
All models in the following table have VGA video. Models
N51, CL57, P70/75, and Thinkpads 700x and 720x are
Micro Channel* systems. All others are AT* bus systems.
ModelTypeProcessorMemory Hrd Dsk
Model L40SX8543-044 386SX-20 2M/18M 60M
Model N45 SL2614-065 386SL-25 2M/8M 80M
Model N51 SLC8551-025 386SLC-16 2M/10M 80M
Model N51 SX8551-033 386SX-16 2M/10M 40M
Model CL57 SX8554-045 386SX-20 2M/16M 80M
Model P70 3868573-031 80386-16 2M/8M 30M
Diskette fixes are customer installable. The diskette
fixes are located on the PC Company Bulletin Board
Service (BBS). The direct phone line for modem
connection is 919-557-0001 or tieline 255-0001.
Advise customers to contact the PC Company
HelpCenter at 800-772-2227 if they need assistance in
obtaining or installing any diskette fixes.
Customers in Canada should call IBM HelpPC at
800-565-3344 for assistance or down-load information.
The Canadian BBS phone numbers are:
Montreal 514-938-3022
Toronto 905-316-4255
Vancouver 604-664-6464
Winnipeg 204-934-2735
FRU Replacement Strategy
Before Replacing Parts
Ensure that all diskette fixes are installed prior to
replacing any FRUs listed in this manual.
Use the following strategy to prevent unnecessary FRU
replacement and service expense:
If you are instructed to replace a FRU and that does
not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU
before you continue.
Some computers have both a processor board and a
system board. If you are instructed to replace either
the processor board or the system board, and the first
board 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 might be caused by any of the
FRUs. Before replacing the adapter or device,
remove the FRUs, one by one, to see if the
symptoms change. Replace only the FRU that
changed the symptoms.
Warning: A customized setup configuration (other than
default settings) might exist on the computer you are
servicing. Running Automatic Configuration might alter
those settings. Note the current configuration settings
(using the View Configuration option) and verify that the
settings are in place when service is complete.
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The advanced diagnostic tests are intended to test
only
IBM products. Non-IBM products or modified options can
give false errors and invalid responses.
Hard Disk Drive Replacement Strategy
Always try to run a low-level format before replacing a hard
disk drive.
Warning: The drive startup sequence in the computer
you are servicing might have been changed. Be extremely
careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or
formatting. Data or programs can be overwritten if you
select an incorrect drive.
How to Use Error Messages
Use the error codes displayed on the screen to diagnose
failures. If more than one error code is displayed, begin
the diagnosis with the first error code. The cause of the
first error code can result in false error codes being
displayed. If no error code is displayed, see if the error
symptom is listed in the Symptom-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 displayed as shorter POST messages are
highlighted in this index. Some digits will represent
different information for SCSI errors versus non-SCSI
errors.
The following example shows which digits display the
shorter POST error messages and also defines the SCSI
information in an eight-digit error message.
All SCSI devices are set to a different SCSI ID.
Duplicate SCSI ID settings can generate a false error
message. Use the SCSI ID to determine whether the error
message is coming from an internal or an external device.
Device Code │ Logical Unit Number (SCSI)
Introduction
5
Drive and Diskette Compatibility Matrix
The following table provides identification information for
diskettes and diskette drives.
Diskette
Drive
3.5-Inch - 1.44MB1.44 on the eject button
3.5-Inch - 2.88MB2.88 on the eject button
Identifying
Mark
The following table provides compatibility information for
3.5-inch diskettes and 3.5-inch diskette drives.
Diskette
Capacity
1.0MBRead/WriteRead/Write
2.0MBRead/WriteRead/Write
4.0MBNot CompatibleRead/Write
1.44MB
Drive
2.88MB
Drive
The following table provides identification information for
5.25-inch diskette drives.
Diskette
Drive
5.25-Inch - 360KB (External)Asterisk on bezel
5.25-Inch - 1.2MB (Internal)1.2 on the eject button
Identifying
Mark
The following table provides compatibility information for
5.25-inch diskettes and 5.25-inch diskette drives.
Diskette
Capacity
360KBRead/WriteRead/Write
1.2MBNot CompatibleRead/Write
360KB
Drive
1.2MB
Drive
Note: A 360KB diskette written to or formatted on a
1.2MB drive can be read reliably only on a 1.2MB
drive.
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Safety Notices (Multi-lingual
Translations)
In this manual, safety notices appear in English with a
page number reference to the appropriate multi-lingual,
translated safety notice found in this section.
The following safety notices are provided in English,
French, German, Italian, and Spanish languages.
Safety Notice 1
Before the computer is powered-on after FRU
replacement, make sure all screws, springs, or other
small parts are in place and are not left loose inside
the computer. Verify this by shaking the computer
and listening for rattling sounds. Metallic parts or
metal flakes can cause electrical shorts.
Avant de remettre l'ordinateur sous tension apres
remplacement d'une unite en clientele, verifiez que
tous les ressorts, vis et autres pieces sont bien en
place et bien fixes. Pour ce faire, secouez l'unite et
assurez-vous qu'aucun bruit suspect ne se produit.
Des pieces metalliques ou des copeaux de metal
pourraient causer un court-circuit.
Bevor nach einem FRU-Austausch der Computer
wieder angeschlossen wird, muB sichergestellt
werden, daB keine Schrauben, Federn oder andere
Kleinteile fehlen oder im Gehause vergessen wurden.
Der Computer muß geschuttelt und auf
Klappergerausche gepruft werden. Metallteile
oder-splitter konnen Kurzschlusse erzeugen.
Prima di accendere l'elaboratore dopo che stata
effettuata la sostituzione di una FRU, accertarsi che
tutte le viti, le molle e tutte le altri parti di piccole
dimensioni siano nella corretta posizione e non siano
sparse all'interno dell'elaboratore. Verificare ciò
scuotendo l'elaboratore e prestando attenzione ad
eventuali rumori; eventuali parti o pezzetti metallici
possono provocare scosse elettriche.
Antes de encender el sistema despues de sustituir
una FRU, compruebe que todos los tornillos, muelles
y demás piezas pequeñas se encuentran en su sitio y
no se encuentran sueltas dentro del sistema.
Compruebelo agitando el sistema y escuchando los
posibles ruidos que provocarían. Las piezas metálicas
pueden causar cortocircuitos electricos.
Introduction 7
Safety Notice 2
Some standby batteries contain a small amount of
nickel and cadmium. Do not disassemble it, recharge
it, throw it into fire or water, or short-circuit it. Dispose
of the battery as required by local ordinances or
regulations. Use only the battery in the appropriate
parts listing when replacing the RTC or backup
battery. Use of an incorrect battery can result in
ignition or explosion of the battery.
Certaines batteries de secours contiennent du nickel
et du cadmium. Ne les demontez pas, ne les
rechargez pas, ne les exposez ni au feu ni à l'eau.
Ne les mettez pas en court-circuit. Pour les mettre au
rebut, conformez-vous à la reglementation en vigueur.
Lorsque vous remplacez la pile de sauvegarde ou
celle de l'horloge temps reel, veillez à n'utiliser que les
modèles cites dans la liste de pieces detachees
adequate. Une batterie ou une pile inappropriee
risque de prendre feu ou d'exploser.
Einige Hilfsbatterien enthalten geringe Mengen Nickel
und Cadmium. Sie durfen nicht zerlegt,
wiederaufgeladen, Feuer oder Wasser ausgesetzt,
oder kurzgeschlossen werden. Die Batterien mussen
vorschriftsmaBig entsorgt werden. Beim Ersetzen von
RTC oder der Sicherungsbatterie nur Batterien des
Typs verwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgefuhrt
ist. Der Einsatz falscher Batterien kann zu
Entzundung oder Explosion fuhren.
Alcune batterie di riserva contengono una piccola
quantità di nichel e cadmio. Non smontarle, ricaricarle,
gettarle nel fuoco o nell'acqua n cortocircuitarle.
Smaltirle secondo la normativa in vigore (DPR 915/82,
successive disposizioni e disposizioni locali). Quando
si sostituisce la batteria dell'RTC (real time clock) o la
batteria di supporto, utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseriti
nell'appropriato Catalogo parti. L'impiego di una
batteria non adatta potrebbe determinare l'incendio o
l'esplosione della batteria stessa.
Algunas baterías de reserva contienen una pequeña
cantidad de niquel y cadmio. No las desmonte, ni
recargue, ni las eche al fuego o al agua ni las
cortocircuite. Desechelas tal como dispone la
normativa local. Utilice sólo baterías que se
encuentren en la lista de piezas para sustituir la
batería de reserva o RTC. La utilización de una
batería no apropiada puede provocar la ignición o
explosión de la misma.
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Safety Notice 3
The battery pack contains small amounts of nickel.
Do not disassemble it, throw it into fire or water, or
short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery pack as
required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only
the battery in the appropriate parts listing when
replacing the battery pack. Use of an incorrect battery
can result in ignition or explosion of the battery.
La batterie contient du nickel. Ne la demontez pas,
ne l'exposez ni au feu ni à l'eau. Ne la mettez pas en
court-circuit. Pour la mettre au rebut, conformez-vous
à la reglementation en vigueur. Lorsque vous
remplacez la batterie, veillez à n'utiliser que les
modeles cites dans la liste de pieces detachees
adequate. En effet, une batterie inappropriee risque
de prendre feu ou d'exploser.
Auch Akkus enthalten geringe Mengen von Nickel.
Sie durfen nicht zerlegt, wiederaufgeladen, Feuer oder
Wasser ausgesetzt, oder kurzgeschlossen werden.
Die Batterien mussen vorschriftsmaBig entsorgt
werden. Beim Ersetzen von RTC oder der
Sicherungsbatterie nur Batterien des Typs verwenden,
der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgefuhrt ist. Der Einsatz
falscher Batterien kann zu Entzundung oder Explosion
fuhren.
La batteria contiene piccole quantità di nichel. Non
smontarla, gettarla nel fuoco o nell'acqua nè
cortocircuitarla. Smaltirla secondo la normativa in
vigore (DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni e
disposizioni locali). Quando si sostituisce la batteria,
utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseriti nell'appropriato
Catalogo parti. L'impiego di una batteria non adatta
potrebbe determinare l'incendio o l'esplosione della
batteria stessa.
Las baterías contienen pequeñas cantidades de
niquel. No las desmonte, ni recargue, ni las eche al
fuego o al agua ni las cortocircuite. Desechelas tal
como dispone la normativa local. Utilice sólo baterías
que se encuentren en la lista de piezas al sustituir la
batería. La utilización de una batería no apropiada
puede provocar la ignición o explosión de la misma.
Introduction 9
Safety Notice 4
The lithium battery can cause a fire, explosion, or
severe burn. Do not recharge it, remove its polarized
connector, disassemble it, heat it above 100 degrees
C (212 degrees F), incinerate it, or expose its cell
contents to water. Dispose of the battery as required
by local ordinances or regulations. Use of an incorrect
battery can result in ignition or explosion of the
battery. Replacement batteries can be ordered from
IBM or IBM Authorized Dealers.
La pile de sauvegarde contient du lithium. Elle
presente des risques d'incendie, d'explosion ou de
brûlures graves. Ne la rechargez pas, ne retirez pas
son connecteur polarise et ne la demontez pas. Ne
l'exposez pas à une temperature superieure à 100ØC,
ne la faites pas brûler et n'en exposez pas le contenu
à l'eau. Mettez la pile au rebut conformement à la
reglementation en vigueur. Une pile inappropriee
risque de prendre feu ou d'exploser. Les piles de
rechange peuvent etre obtenues aupres d'IBM ou d'un
distributeur agree IBM.
Die Sicherungsbatterie ist eine Lithiumbatterie. Sie
kann sich entzunden, explodieren oder schwere
Verbrennungen hervorrufen. Batterien dieses Typs
durfen nicht aufgeladen, zerlegt, uber 100 C erhitzt,
verbrannt, deren Polkappen abgenommen oder deren
Inhalt mit Wasser in Verbindung gebracht werden. Die
Batterien mussen vorschriftsmaBig entsorgt werden.
Der Einsatz falscher Batterien kann zu Entzundung
oder Explosion fuhren. Austauschbatterien können bei
IBM oder IBM Vertragspartnern bestellt werden.
La batteria di supporto e una batteria al litio e puo
incendiarsi, esplodere o procurare gravi ustioni.
Evitare di ricaricarla, smontarne il connettore
polarizzato, smontarla, riscaldarla ad una temperatura
superiore ai 100 gradi centigradi, incendiarla o gettarla
in acqua. Smaltirla secondo la normativa in vigore
(DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni e disposizioni
locali). L'impiego di una batteria non adatta potrebbe
determinare l'incendio o l'esplosione della batteria
stessa. Le batterie possono essere ordinate ai
rivenditori autorizzati IBM o all'IBM.
La bateria de repuesto es una bateria de litio y puede
provocar incendios, explosiones o quemaduras
graves. No la recargue, ni quite el conector
polarizado, ni la desmonte, ni caliente por encima de
los 100oC (212oF), ni la incinere ni exponga el
contenido de sus celdas al agua. Desechela tal como
dispone la normativa local.
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Safety Notice 5
If the LCD breaks and the fluid from inside the LCD
gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately
wash the affected areas with water for at least 15
minutes. Seek medical care if any symptoms from the
fluid are present after washing.
Si le panneau d'affichage à cristaux liquides se brise
et que vous recevez dans les yeux ou sur les mains
une partie du fluide, rincez-les abondamment pendant
au moins quinze minutes. Consultez un medecin si
des symptomes persistent apres le lavage.
Wenn die LCD-Anzeige zerbrechen sollte und die
darin enthaltene Flussigkeit mit Augen oder Handen in
Beruhrung kommt, sofort mindestens 15 Minuten lang
die betroffenen Korperstellen mit Wasser abwaschen.
Sollten danach noch durch die LCD-Flussigkeit
hervorgerufene Symptome auftreten sollte ein Arzt
aufgesucht werden.
In caso l'LCD si dovesse rompere ed il liquido in esso
contenuto entrasse in contatto con gli occhi o le mani,
lavare immediatamente le parti interessate con acqua
corrente per almeno 15 minuti; poi consultare un
medico se i sintomi dovessero permanere.
Si la LCD se rompe y el fluido de su interior entra en
contacto con sus ojos o sus manos, lave
inmediatamente las áreas afectadas con agua durante
15 minutos como minimo. Obtenga atención medica
si se presenta algún sintoma del fluido despues de
lavarse.
Safety Notice 6
To avoid shock, do not remove the plastic cover that
surrounds the lower portion of the inverter card.
Afin d'viter tout risque de choc lectrique, ne retirez pas
le cache en plastique prot geant la partie inf rieure de
la carte d'alimentation.
Aus Sicherheitsgr nden die Kunststoffabdeckung, die
den unteren Teil der Spannungswandlerplatine umgibt,
nicht entfernen.
Per evitare scosse elettriche, non rimuovere la
copertura in plastica che avvolge la parte inferiore
della scheda invertitore.
Para evitar descargas, no quite la cubierta de pl stico
que rodea la parte baja de la tarjeta invertida.
Introduction 11
Safety Notice 7
Though main batteries have low voltage, a shorted or
grounded battery can produce enough current to burn
combustible materials or personnel.
Bien que le voltage des batteries principales soit peu
eleve, le court-circuit ou la mise à la masse d'une
batterie peut produire suffisamment de courant pour
brûler des materiaux combustibles ou causer des
brûlures corporelles graves.
Obwohl Hauptbatterien eine niedrige Spannung
haben, konnen sie doch bei KurzschluB oder Erdung
genug Strom erzeugen, um brennbare Materialien zu
entzunden oder Verletzungen bei Personen
hervorzurufen.
Sebbene le batterie di alimentazione siano a basso
voltaggio, una batteria in corto circuito o a massa può
fornire corrente sufficiente da bruciare materiali
combustibili o provocare ustioni ai tecnici di
manutenzione.
Aunque las baterías principales tienen un voltaje bajo,
una batería cortocircuitada o con contacto a tierra
puede producir la corriente suficiente como para
quemar mate- rial combustible o provocar quemaduras
en el personal.
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Safety Notice 8
Before removing any FRU, power-off the computer,
unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove
the battery pack, then disconnect any interconnecting
cables.
Avant de retirer une unite remplacable en clientele,
mettez le systeme hors tension, debranchez tous les
cordons d'alimentation des socles de prise de courant,
retirez la batterie et deconnectez tous les cordons
d'interface.
Die Stromzufuhr muB abgeschaltet, alle Stromkabel
aus der Steckdose gezogen, der Akku entfernt und
alle Verbindungskabel abgenommen sein, bevor eine
FRU entfernt wird.
Prima di rimuovere qualsiasi FRU, spegnere il
sistema, scollegare dalle prese elettriche tutti i cavi di
alimentazione, rimuovere la batteria e poi scollegare i
cavi di interconnessione.
Antes de quitar una FRU, apague el sistema,
desenchufe todos los cables de las tomas de corriente
electrica, quite la batería y, a continuación,
desconecte cualquier cable de conexión entre
dispositivos.
Introduction 13
Safety Information
The following section contains the safety information that
you need to be familiar with before servicing an IBM
mobile computer.
General Safety
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 equally
between your feet.
3. Use a slow lifting force. Never move suddenly
or twist when you attempt to lift.
4. Lift by standing or by pushing up with your leg
muscles; this action removes the strain from the
muscles in your back.
objects that weigh more than 16 kg (35 lb) or
objects 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.
Before you start the machine, ensure that other
service representatives and the customer's personnel
are not in a hazardous position.
Place removed covers and other parts in a safe
place, away from all personnel, while you are
servicing 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 sleeves
are fastened or rolled up above your elbows. If your
hair is long, fasten it.
Insert the ends of your necktie or scarf inside clothing
or fasten it with a nonconductive clip, approximately 8
centimeters (3 inches) from the end.
Do not wear jewelry, chains, metal-frame eyeglasses,
or metal fasteners for your clothing.
Remember: A metal object is a conductor of
After service, reinstall all safety shields, guards,
labels, and ground wires. Replace any safety device
that is worn or defective.
Reinstall all covers correctly before returning the
machine to the customer.
Electrical Safety
Observe the following rules when working on electrical
equipment.
Important
Use only approved tools and test equipment. Some
hand tools have handles covered with a soft material
that does not insulate you when working with live
electrical currents.
Many customers have, near their equipment, rubber
floor mats that contain small conductive fibers to
decrease electrostatic discharges. Do not use this
type of mat to protect yourself from electrical shock.
Find the room emergency power-off (EPO) switch,
disconnecting switch, or electrical outlet. If an
electrical accident occurs, you can then operate the
switch 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
– 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 customer
to power-off the wall box that supplies power to the
machine and to lock the wall box in the off position.
If you need to work on a machine that has
electrical circuits, observe the following precautions:
– Ensure that another person, familiar with the
power-off controls, is near you.
Remember: 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 other
hand in your pocket or behind your back.
Remember: There must be a complete circuit to
cause electrical shock. By observing the above
rule, you might prevent a current from passing
through your body.
– When using testers, set the controls correctly
and use the approved probe leads and
accessories for that tester.
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– Stand on suitable rubber mats (obtained locally,
if necessary) to insulate you from grounds such
as metal floor strips and machine frames.
Observe the special safety precautions when you
work with very high voltages; these instructions are in
the safety sections of maintenance information. Use
extreme care when measuring high voltages.
Regularly inspect and maintain your electrical hand
tools for safe operational condition.
Do not use worn or broken tools and testers.
Never assume
from a circuit. First,
powered-off.
Always look carefully for possible hazards in your
work area. Examples of these hazards are moist
floors, nongrounded power extension cables, power
surges, and missing safety grounds.
Do not touch live electrical circuits with the reflective
surface of a plastic dental mirror. The surface is
conductive; such touching can cause personal injury
and machine damage.
Do not service the following parts
when they are removed from their normal operating
places in a machine:
– Power supply units
– Pumps
– Blowers and fans
– Motor generators
and similar units. (This practice ensures correct
grounding of the units.)
If an electrical accident occurs:
– Use caution; do not become a victim
yourself.
– Switch off power.
– Send another person to get medical aid.
that power has been disconnected
check
that it has been
with the power on
Safety Inspection Guide
The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in
identifying potentially unsafe conditions on these products.
Each machine, as it was designed and built, had required
safety items installed to protect users and service
personnel from injury. This guide addresses only those
items. However, good judgment should be used to identify
potential safety hazards due to attachment of non-IBM
features or options not covered by this inspection guide.
If any unsafe conditions are present, you must determine
how serious the apparent hazard could be and whether
you can continue without first correcting the problem.
Consider these conditions and the safety hazards they
present:
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Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary
voltage on the frame can cause serious or fatal
electrical shock).
Explosive hazards, such as a damaged CRT face or
bulging capacitor
Mechanical hazards, such as loose or missing
hardware
The guide consists of a series of steps presented in a
checklist. Begin the checks with the power off, and the
power cord disconnected.
Checklist:
1. Check exterior covers for damage (loose, broken, or
sharp 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
continuity for 0.1 ohm or less between the
external ground 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
good judgment as to the safety of any non-IBM
alterations.
6. Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe
conditions, such as metal filings, contamination, water
or other liquids, or signs of fire or smoke damage.
7. Check for worn, frayed, or pinched cables.
8. Check that the power-supply cover fasteners (screws
or rivets) have not been removed or tampered with.
Any computer part containing transistors or integrated
circuits (ICs) should be considered sensitive to electrostatic
discharge (ESD). ESD damage can occur when there is a
difference in charge between objects. Protect against ESD
damage by equalizing the charge so that the machine, the
part, the work mat, and the person handling the part are all
at the same charge.
Notes:
1. Use product-specific ESD procedures when they
exceed the requirements noted here.
2. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you use
have 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 when
you are wearing a wrist strap.
Use the black side of a grounded work mat to provide
a static-free work surface. The mat is especially
useful when handling ESD-sensitive devices.
Select a grounding system, such as those listed
below, to provide protection that meets the specific
service requirement.
Note: The use of a grounding system is desirable
but not required to protect against ESD
damage.
– 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 computer. You can use coax or
connector-outside shells on these computers.
– Use the round ground-prong of the AC plug on
AC-operated computers.
Grounding Requirements
Electrical grounding of the PS/2 computer is required for
operator safety and correct computer function. Proper
grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a
certified electrician.
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