IBM THINKPAD R SERIES SM Service Manual

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Preface

About this manual
This manual contains service and reference information for IBM ThinkPad R Series products. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively.
The manual is divided into sections as follows:
v The Introduction section provides general information,
guidelines, and safety information required to service computers.
v The product-specific section includes service, reference,
and product-specific parts information.
Important
This manual is intended for trained servicers who are familiar with ThinkPad products. Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively. Before servicing an IBM ThinkPad product, be sure to review the safety information under Safety Notices (Multi-lingual Translations)on page 3 and Safety Informationon page 11.
Related publications
The following product publications are available through IBM or your IBM Authorized Dealer.
Publication Part, Form Number
Mobile Systems HMM Volume 1: Laptop, Notebook, Portable, and ThinkPad Computers (Models L40, CL57, N45, N51, P70/P75, ThinkPad 300, 350, 500, 510, 710T, Expansion Unit, Dock I, Dock II)
Mobile Systems HMM Volume 2: ThinkPad Computers (Models 340, 355, 360, 370, 700, 701, 720, 750,
755)
Mobile Systems HMM Volume 3: ThinkPad Computers (Models 365, 380, 385, 560, 760, SelectaDock)
Mobile Systems HMM Volume 4: ThinkPad Computers (Models 380, 385, 560, 760, 765)
30H2356, S82G-1501-01
30H2357, S82G-1502-03
84H8099, S82G-1503-05
05L1271, S05L-1270-01
Related diskettes
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The following diskettes are available through IBM or your IBM Authorized Dealer.
Diskette Part, Form Number
ThinkPad 300 (2615) Advanced Diagnostics Diskette
ThinkPad 350, 350C, 425, 425C (2618) Advanced Diagnostics Diskette
ThinkPad 365 (2625) Advanced Diagnostics Diskette
ThinkPad 380/385 (2635) Maintenance Diskette
ThinkPad 500 (2603) Advanced Diagnostics Diskette
ThinkPad 510 (2604) Advanced Diagnostics Diskette
ThinkPad 700 (9552) Reference Diskette
ThinkPad 700C (9552) Reference Diskette
ThinkPad 720/720C (9552) Reference Diskette
ThinkPad i Series 1400 (2611) Diagnostic and Utilities diskettes
ThinkPad Hardware Maintenance Diskette (for all Models 355, 360, 560, 750, 755, 760)
ThinkPad Dock I (3545) 71G4140, S71G-4140
Docking Station (3550) 42G2428, S42G-2428
Data/Fax Modem 61G1556, S61G-1556
FaxConcentrator/A 84F8540, S84F-8540
33G9361, S33G-9361
A211000, GA21-1000
76H7578, S30H-2498
06J0333, S06J-0333
71G3702, S71G-3702
83G8095, S83G-8095
42G2017, S42G-2017
42G2023, S42G-2023
61G1194, S61G-1194
01K4841, S01K-4841-00
78H5384, S78H-5384
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Contents

Preface ...............iii
ThinkPad R Series Hardware Maintenance Manual 1
Introduction ..............1
ImportantServiceInformation........1
Drive and Diskette Compatibility Matrix .....2
Safety Notices (Multi-lingual Translations) ....3
SafetyInformation...........11
Laser Compliance Statement .......16
General Descriptions ...........19
Read this first .............20
What to do first ...........20
FRU replacement notices .........22
LCD replacement notice .........22
Screwnotices............22
System board/LCD/Inverter replacement notice 23
Relatedserviceinformation.........26
Power button as reset switch .......26
Running a low-level format ........26
ServiceWebsite...........26
Passwords .............26
Power management features .......28
Fn key combinations ..........30
Product recovery program ........30
Checkout guide ............33
Testing the computer ..........33
Relatedserviceinformation........34
Power systems checkout.........35
Product overview ............39
Statusindicators...........40
FRUtests.............42
Symptom-to-FRU Index ..........44
Numeric Error Codes and Messages .....44
Beep Symptoms ...........51
LCD-Related Symptoms .........52
Keyboard/TrackPoint-Related Symptoms ....53
Indicator-Related Symptoms........53
Power-Related Symptoms ........53
Memory-Related Symptom ........54
Audio-Related Symptoms ........54
PC Card (PCMCIA)-Related Symptoms ....55
Power Management-Related Symptoms ....55
Peripheral-Device-Related Symptoms .....56
Modem-Related Symptom ........56
Operating System-Related Symptom .....57
IntermittentProblems..........57
Undetermined Problems .........57
FRU removals and replacements .......59
1010 Battery assembly .........60
1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI card ....60
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1030 Memory cover and Memory card.....62
1040 Hard disk drive assembly .......63
1050 CD-ROM assembly ........64
1060 Keyboard ...........64
1070 Backup battery ..........66
1080 Middle cover ..........67
1090 LCD assembly ..........68
1100 Keyboard bezel ..........69
1110 PCMCIA holder ..........71
1120 Auxiliary Antenna .........72
1120 Speaker ............73
1140CPUspring...........73
1150 Fan assembly ..........74
1160 System board ..........75
1170 Modem Cable ..........76
1180 Hard disk drive bezel ........77
1090 CD-ROM chassis .........78
1200 LCD bezel assembly (13.3)......79
1210 LCD Inveter (13.3) ........81
1220 LED board (13.3).........81
1230 LCD bracket hinge assembly (13.3) ...82
1240 LCD FPC assembly (13.3)......83
1250 Wireless reassembly ........84
Locations ..............86
FrontView.............86
Rear View .............86
BottomView............86
Switch Locations ...........88
Parts list (ThinkPad R Series ) ........89
LCDFRU.............92
Keyboard .............94
Common parts list...........95
OptionPartsList...........101
Notices..............102
Trademarks .............103
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ThinkPad R Series Hardware Maintenance Manual

Introduction

Important Service Information

Important
Diskette fixes are customer-installable. The diskette fixes are posted on the IBM support site http://www.pc.ibm.com/support/ .
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 download information.
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:
v If you are instructed to replace a FRU and that does
not correct the problem, reinstall the original FRU before you continue.
v 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.
v If an adapter or device consists of more than one FRU,
an error code may 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.
Attention: A customized setup configuration (other than default settings) may exist on the computer you are servicing. Running Automatic Configuration may 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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Hard Disk Drive Replacement Strategy
Always try to run a low-level format before replacing a hard disk drive.
Attention: 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 over-written 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.
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.

Drive and Diskette Compatibility Matrix

The following table provides identification information for
3.5-inch drives.
Diskette Drive Identifying Mark
3.5-Inch - 1.44MB 1.44 on the eject button
3.5-Inch - 2.88MB 2.88 on the eject button
The following table provides compatibility information for
3.5-inch diskettes and 3.5-inch diskette drives.
Diskette Capacity 1.44MB Drive 2.88MB Drive
1.0MB Read/Write Read/Write
2.0MB Read/Write Read/Write
4.0MB Not Compatible Read/Write
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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 lordinateur sous tension après remplacement dune unité en clientèle, vérifiez que tous les ressorts, vis et autres pièces sont bien en place et bien fixées. Pour ce faire, secouez lunité et assurez-vous quaucun bruit suspect ne se produit. Des pièces métalliques ou des copeaux de métal pourraient causer un court-circuit.
Bevor nach einem FRU-Austausch der Computer wieder angeschlossen wird, muβ sichergestellt werden, daβ keine Schrauben, Federn oder andere Kleinteile fehlen oder im Gehäuse vergessen wurden. Der Computer muβ geschüttelt und auf Klappergeräusche geprüft werden. Metallteile oder
-splitter können Kurzschlüsse erzeugen.
Prima di accendere lelaboratore dopo che é 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 allinterno dellelaboratore. Verificare ciò scuotendo lelaboratore e prestando attenzione ad eventuali rumori; eventuali parti o pezzetti metallici possono provocare cortocircuiti pericolosi.
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. Compruébelo agitando el sistema y escuchando los posibles ruidos que provocarían. Las piezas metálicas pueden causar cortocircuitos eléctricos.
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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. 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 démontez 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 réglementation en
vigueur. Lorsque vous remplacez la pile de
sauvegarde ou celle de lhorloge temps réel, veillez
à nutiliser que les modèles cités dans la liste de
pièces détachées adéquate. Une batterie ou une
pile inappropriée risque de prendre feu ou
dexploser.
Die Bereitschaftsbatterie, die sich unter dem
Diskettenlaufwerk befindet, kann geringe Mengen
Nickel und Cadmium enthalten. Sie darf nur durch
die Verkaufsstelle oder den IBM Kundendienst
ausgetauscht werden. Sie darf nicht zerlegt,
wiederaufgeladen, kurzgeschlossen, oder Feuer
oder Wasser ausgesetzt werden. Die Batterie kann
schwere Verbrennungen oder Verätzungen
verursachen. Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichen
Bestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. Beim
Ersetzen der Bereitschafts- oder Systembatterie nur
Batterien des Typs verwenden, der in der
Ersatzteilliste aufgeführt ist. Der Einsatz falscher
Batterien kann zu Entzündung oder Explosion
führen.
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Alcune batterie di riserva contengono una piccola quantità di nichel e cadmio. Non smontarle, ricaricarle, gettarle nel fuoco o nellacqua né cortocircuitarle. Smaltirle secondo la normativa in vigore (DPR 915/82, successive disposizioni e disposizioni locali). Quando si sostituisce la batteria dellRTC (real time clock) o la batteria di supporto, utilizzare soltanto i tipi inseriti nellappropriato Catalogo parti. Limpiego di una batteria non adatta potrebbe determinare lincendio o lesplosione della batteria stessa.
Algunas baterías de reserva contienen una pequeña cantidad de níquel y cadmio. No las desmonte, ni recargue, ni las eche al fuego o al agua ni las cortocircuite. Deséchelas tal como dispone la normativa local. Utilice sólo baterías que se encuentren en la lista de piezas. La utilizaciónde 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 démontez pas,
ne lexposez ni au feu ni à l’eau. Ne la mettez pas
en court-circuit. Pour la mettre au rebut,
conformez-vous à la réglementation en vigueur.
Lorsque vous remplacez la batterie, veillez à
nutiliser que les modèles cités dans la liste de
pièces détachées adéquate. En effet, une batterie
inappropriée risque de prendre feu ou dexploser.
Akkus enthalten geringe Mengen von Nickel. Sie
dürfen nicht zerlegt, wiederaufgeladen,
kurzgeschlossen, oder Feuer oder Wasser
ausgesetzt werden. Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichen
Bestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. Beim
Ersetzen der Batterie nur Batterien des Typs
verwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgeführt ist.
Der Einsatz falscher Batterien kann zu Entzündung
oder Explosion führen.
La batteria contiene piccole quantità di nichel. Non
smontarla, gettarla nel fuoco o nellacqua né
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 nellappropriato
Catalogo parti. Limpiego di una batteria non adatta
potrebbe determinare lincendio o lesplosione della
batteria stessa.
Las baterías contienen pequeñas cantidades de
níquel. No las desmonte, ni recargue, ni las eche al
fuego o al agua ni las cortocircuite. Deséchelas 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 bateríano
apropiada puede provocar la ignición o explosiónde
la misma.
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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°C (212°F), incinerate it, or expose its cell contents to water. Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. Use only the battery in the appropriate parts listing. Use of an incorrect battery can result in ignition or explosion of the battery.
La pile de sauvegarde contient du lithium. Elle présente des risques dincendie, dexplosion ou de brûlures graves. Ne la rechargez pas, ne retirez pas son connecteur polarisé et ne la démontez pas. Ne lexposez pas à une temperature supérieure à 100°C, ne la faites pas brûleretn’en exposez pas le contenu à l’eau. Mettez la pile au rebut conformément à la réglementation en vigueur. Une pile inappropriée risque de prendre feu ou dexploser.
Die Systembatterie ist eine Lithiumbatterie. Sie kann sich entzünden, explodieren oder schwere Verbrennungen hervorrufen. Batterien dieses Typs dürfen nicht aufgeladen, zerlegt, über 100 C erhitzt oder verbrannt werden. Auch darf ihr Inhalt nicht mit Wasser in Verbindung gebracht oder der zur richtigen Polung angebrachte Verbindungsstecker entfernt werden. Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichen Bestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. Beim Ersetzen der Batterie nur Batterien des Typs verwenden, der in der Ersatzteilliste aufgeführt ist. Der Einsatz falscher Batterien kann zu Entzündung oder Explosion führen.
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). Limpiego di una batteria non adatta potrebbe determinare lincendio ol’esplosione della batteria stessa.
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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 100°C (212°F), ni la incinere ni
exponga el contenido de sus celdas al agua.
Deséchela 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 daffichage 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 médecin si des symptômes persistent aprèsle lavage.
Die Leuchtstoffröhre im LCD-Bildschirm enthält Quecksilber. Bei der Entsorgung die örtlichen Bestimmungen für Sondermüll beachten. Der LCD-Bildschirm besteht aus Glas und kann zerbrechen, wenn er unsachgemäβ behandelt wird oder der Computer auf den Boden fällt. Wenn der Bildschirm beschädigt ist und die darin befindliche Flüssigkeit in Kontakt mit Haut und Augen gerät, sollten die betroffenen Stellen mindestens 15 Minuten mit Wasser abgespült und bei Beschwerden anschlieβend ein Arzt aufgesucht werden.
Nel caso che caso lLCD 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 mínimo. Obtenga atención medica si se presenta algúnsíntoma del fluido despues de lavarse.
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Safety Notice 6
To avoid shock, do not remove the plastic cover that
surrounds the lower portion of the inverter card.
Afin d’éviter tout risque de choc électrique, ne
retirez pas le cache en plastique protégeant la
partie inférieure de la carte dalimentation.
Aus Sicherheitsgründen 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
plástico que rodea la parte baja de la tarjeta
invertida.
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 élevé, le court-circuit ou la mise à la masse
dune batterie peut produire suffisamment de
courant pour brûler des matériaux combustibles ou
causer des brûlures corporelles graves.
Obwohl Hauptbatterien eine niedrige Spannung
haben, können sie doch bei Kurzschluβ oder Erdung
genug Strom abgeben, um brennbare Materialien zu
entzünden 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 material 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 unité remplaçable en clientèle, mettez le système hors tension, débranchez tous les cordons dalimentation des socles de prise de courant, retirez la batterie et déconnectez tous les cordons dinterface.
Die Stromzufuhr muβ 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 eléctrica, quite la batería y, a continuación, desconecte cualquier cable de conexión entre dispositivos.

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:
v Observe good housekeeping in the area of the
machines during and after maintenance.
v When lifting any heavy object:
1. Ensure you can stand safety 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. Do not attempt to lift any
objects that weigh more than 16 kg (35 lb) or objects that you think are too heavy for you.
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v Do not perform any action that causes hazards to the
customer, or that makes the equipment unsafe.
v Before you start the machine, ensure that other service
representatives and the customers personnel are not in a hazardous position.
v Place removed covers and other parts in a safe place,
away from all personnel, while you are servicing the machine.
v Keep your tool case away from walk areas so that other
people will not trip over it.
v 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.
v 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.
v Do not wear jewelry, chains, metal-frame eyeglasses, or
metal fasteners for your clothing. Attention: Metal objects are good electrical
conductors.
v Wear safety glasses when you are: hammering, drilling
soldering, cutting wire, attaching springs, using solvents, or working in any other conditions that might be hazardous to your eyes.
v After service, reinstall all safety shields, guards, labels,
and ground wires. Replace any safety device that is worn or defective.
v 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.
v 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.
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v Do not work alone under hazardous conditions or near
equipment that has hazardous voltages.
v Disconnect all power before:
Performing a mechanical inspection
Working near power supplies
Removing or installing main units
v 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.
v 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 other hand in your pocket or behind your back.
Attention: There must be a complete circuit to cause electrical shock. By observing the above rule, you may 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.
– 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.
v Regularly inspect and maintain your electrical hand tools
for safe operational condition.
v Do not use worn or broken tools and testers.
v Never assume that power has been disconnected from
a circuit. First, check that it has been powered-off.
v 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.
v 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.
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v Do not service the following parts with the power on
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.)
v If an electrical accident occurs:
Use caution; do not become a victim yourself.Switch off power.Send another person to get medical aid.
Safety Inspection Guide
The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on these products. Each machine, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury. 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:
v Electrical hazards, especially primary power (primary
voltage on the frame can cause serious or fatal electrical shock).
v Explosive hazards, such as a damaged CRT face or
bulging capacitor.
v 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
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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.
Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices
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:
v Keep the parts in protective packages until they are
inserted into the product.
v Avoid contact with other people.
v Wear a grounded wrist strap against your skin to
eliminate static on your body.
v Prevent the part from touching your clothing. Most
clothing is insulative and retains a charge even when you are wearing a wrist strap.
v 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.
v 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.
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– 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.
Grounding Requirements
Electrical grounding of the computer is required for operator safety and correct system function. Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician.

Laser Compliance Statement

Some IBM Personal Computer models are equipped from the factory with a CD-ROM drive. CD-ROM drives are also sold separately as options. The CD-ROM drive is a laser product. The CD-ROM drive is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of the Department of Health and 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 requirements of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 825 and CENELEC EN 60 825 for Class 1 laser products.
When a CD-ROM drive is installed, note the following.
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CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
O uso de controles, ajustes ou desempenho de procedimentos diferentes daqueles aqui especificados pode resultar em perigosa exposição à radiação.
Pour éviter tout risque d’exposition au rayon laser, respectez les consignes de réglage et d’utilisation des commandes, ainsi que les procédures décrites.
Werden Steuer- und Einstellelemente anders als hier festgesetzt verwendet, kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten.
L’utilizzo di controlli, regolazioni o l’esecuzione di procedure diverse da quelle specificate possono provocare l’esposizione a
El uso de controles o ajustes o la ejecución de procedimientos distintos de los aquí especificados puede provocar la exposición a radiaciones peligrosas.
Opening the CD-ROM drive could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the CD-ROM drive. Do not open.
Some CD-ROM drives contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following.
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DANGER
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Radiação por raio laser ao abrir. Não olhe fixo no feixe de luz, não olhe diretamente por meio de instrumentos óticos e evite exposição direta com o feixe de luz.
Rayonnement laser si carter ouvert. Évitez de fixer le faisceau, de le regarder directement avec des instruments optiques, ou de vous exposer au rayon.
Laserstrahlung bei geöffnetem Gerät. Nicht direkt oder über optische Instrumente in den Laserstrahl sehen und den Strahlungsbereich meiden.
Kinyitáskor lézersugár!Nenézzen bele se szabad szemmel, se optikai eszközökkel. Kerülje a sugárnyalábbal valóérintkezést !
Aprendo lunità vengono emesse radiazioni laser. Non fissare il fascio, non guardarlo direttamente con strumenti ottici e evitare lesposizione diretta al fascio.
Radiaciónláser al abrir. No mire fijamente ni examine con instrumental óptico el haz de luz. Evite la exposición directa al haz.
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General Descriptions

This chapter includes descriptions for any ThinkPad model that has the PC-Doctor DOS diagnostics program. Some descriptions might not apply to your particular computer.
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Read this first

Before you go to the checkout guide, be sure to read this section.
Important Notes: v Only certified trained personnel should service the
computer.
v Read the entire FRU service procedures before
replacing any FRUs.
v Use new nylon-coated screws when you replace
FRUs.
v Be extremely careful during write operations such
as copying, saving, or formatting. Drives in the
computer that you are servicing might have been rearranged or the drive startup sequence might have been altered. If you select an incorrect drive, data or programs could be overwritten.
v Replace FRUs only for the correct model. When you
replace a FRU, make sure that the model of the machine and FRU part number are correct by referring to the FRU parts list.
v 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 do with a hardware defect, such as: cosmic radiation, electrostatic discharge, or software error. FRU replacement should be considered only when a recurring problem exists. In this case, clear the error log and run the test again. Do not replace FRUs if log errors do not reappear.
v Be careful not to replace a non-defective FRU.

What to do first

The servicer must include the following in the parts exchange form or parts return form that is attached to the returned 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 failing FRU was detected
7. Failing FRU name and part number
8. Machine type, model number and serial number
9. Customers name and address
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Before checking problems with the computer, determine whether the damage is covered under the warranty by referring to the following:
Note for Warranty:
For Warranty:
During the warranty period, the customer may be responsible for repair costs if the computer damage was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by the customer. The following list provides some common items that are not covered under warranty and some symptoms that may indicate the system was subjected to stresses beyond normal use.
The following is not covered under warranty:
v LCD panel cracked by applying excessive force
or by being dropped.
v Scratched (cosmetic) parts.
v Cracked or broken plastic parts, broken latches,
broken pins, or broken connectors caused by excessive force.
v Damage caused by liquid spilled into the system.
v Damage caused by improperly inserting a PC
Card or installation of an incompatible card.
v Damage caused by foreign material in the FDD.
v Diskette drive damage caused by pressing the
diskette drive cover or inserting diskettes with multiple labels.
v Damaged or bent diskette drive eject button.
v CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive damage caused by
excessive force, shock, or by being dropped.
v Fuses blown by attaching a nonsupported device.
v Forgotten computer password (making the
computer unusable).
The following symptoms might indicate damage caused by non-warranted activities:
v Missing parts may be a symptom of unauthorized
service or modification.
v HDD spindles can become noisy if subjected to
excessive force or by being dropped.
v 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-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or lighted dots (on all the time) is characteristic of TFT LCD technology, but excessive pixel problems can cause viewing concerns. The LCD should be replaced if the number of missing, discolored, or lighted dots in any background is:
v XGA : 8 or more bright dots, 8 or more dark dots, or a
total of 9 or more bright and dark dots.

Screw notices

This computer uses special nylon-coated screws with the following characteristics:
v They maintain tight connections.
v They do not easily come loose, even with shock or
vibration.
v They need additional force to tighten.
v They should be used only once.
Do the following when you service this machine:
v Keep the screw kit (P/N 08K6560) in your tool bag.
v Always use new screws if you are instructed.
v Use a torque screwdriver if you have one.
Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. The IBM ThinkPad computer addresses this problem with nylon-coated screws. Tighten screws as follows:
v Plastic to plastic
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Turn an additional 90 degrees after the screw head touches the surface of the plastic part:
v Logic card to plastic
Turn an additional 180 degrees after the screw head touches the surface of the plastic part:
v Torque driver
If you have a torque driver, refer to the Torquecolumn with each step.
v Make sure you use the correct screw, and tighten all
screws firmly to the torque shown in the table if you have a torque screwdriver. Never use a screw that you
removed. Use a new one. Make sure the screws are tightened firmly.

System board/LCD/Inverter replacement notice

Restoring the LCD panel ID
The EEPROM on the inverter stores its supported LCD type ID code. If you replace a LCD with one of a different brand or use a new inverter, the ID information in the inverter EEPROM should be updated.
Follow the steps blew to set the LCD panel ID:
1. Install the ThinkPad CE Utility Diskette and restart the computer.
2. Select 1. LCD Panel ID Utility from the main menu.
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3. Follow the instruction on screen to read current or to set new LCD Panel ID code.
4. Restart computer : the new LCD should work normally.
Note: When you set a new LCD Panel ID and the new
LCD is not yet enabled (to function), so connect an external CRT to see the program execution process.
CAUTION: Make sure the new ID code you choose corresponds with the LCD brand and type. If you write a wrong ID into inverterm, just reboot and re-execute the program and input the correct ID code.
Note: If LCD cannot display after change ID code, make
sure you write the correct ID code, or try reseating the LCD coaxtial cable connectors.
Thermal Sensor
The system is equipped with sensors to protect against system overheating. By setting system and processor thermal thresholds, the system can turn on the cooling fan or shut down automatically when temperatures reach the defined threshold parameters.
System experiencing frequent auto sensor shutdown may need to reset the thermal sensor threshold and execute the fan test to ensure the normal operation of the cooling fan.
Follow the steps below to set thermal threshold:
1. Install the ThinkPad CE Utility Diskette and restart the computer.
2. Select 2. Thermal Sensor Utility from the main menu.
3. Select 1. Read Thermal Settingto view the original setting or 2. Set Default Thermal Settingto restore the default setting.
UUID
The Universal Unique Identifier (UUID) is a 128–bit number uniquely assigned to your computer at production and stored in the EEPROM of your 24RF08. The algorithm that generates the unique number is designed to provide unique IDs until the year A.D. 3400. Consequently, no tow computers in the world will have the same number.
When you replace the system board, you must set the UUID on the new system board as follows:
1. Install the ThinkPad CE Utility Diskette and restart the computer.
2. Select 3. UUID Data Utility from the main menu then make a selection to read or create the UUID data.
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A new UUID is created and written. If a valid UUID already exists, it is not overwritten.
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Related service information

This section provides information about the following:
v Power button as reset switch
v Running a low-level format
v Service Web site
v Passwords
v Power management featureson page 28
v Fn key combinationson page 30
v Product recovery programon page 30

Power button as reset switch

The power button acts as a reset switch when pressed for more than 4 seconds. This resets the system (regardless of the microcode status) and forces the power off. Use this only when power is not completely off or the microcode is in 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, select Utility, and then use the Full Erase Hard Drive or Quick Erase Hard Drive in Utility of the PC-Doctor for DOS program. Refer to Testing the computeron page 33.

Service Web site

When the latest maintenance diskette and system program service diskette are available, they are posted on:
Maintenance diskette:
http://www.pc.ibm.com/partner/infotips
System program service diskette:
http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/files.html or http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/support/thinkpad/tpopsys.html

Passwords

When the power-on password (POP), hard disk password (HDP), and supervisor password (SVP) are used, the following situations may occur:
v If the POP is the same as the HDP, the POP prompt
appears, but the HDP prompt does not appear.
v If the POP is not the same as the HDP, both prompts
appear.
v When SVP is set, POST should invoke BIOS setup
without erasing POP. Before entering BIOS setup SVP
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will be prompted. If correct SVP is entered, POST enters BIOS setup without erasing POP. To boot up the system user should override POP by SVP at the password sub-menu.
v When SVP is not set, POST erase the POP and then
boots up the system.
Power-on passwords
Power-on password is a security feature that is used to protect the system from unauthorized access. If power-on is forgotten, follow the procedure described in Removing the Power-on password″.
Supervisor password
A supervisor password (SVP) protects the system information stored in the IBM BIOS Setup Utility . The SVP must be entered in order to access the IBM BIOS Setup Utility and make changes to system configuration settings.
Attention: If the SVP has been forgotten and cannot be made available to the servicer, there is no service procedure to reset the password. The system board must be replaced for a scheduled fee.
Removing the power-on password
If the customer forgets the power-on password, follow this procedure to erase POP if SVP is not set:
1. Turn off the system.
2. Set DIP SW3, Bit 4 to ON.
3. Turn on the system, and confirm the system starts without prompting for Power-on password.
4. Turn off the system.
5. Set DIP SW3, Bit 4 to OFF.
If SVP is set, do the followings to erase POP:
1. Power on the computer and press F1 to enter the
BIOS Utility menu.
2. Enter correct SVP (Supervisor password) at the password prompt.
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3. The main screen displays as below:
4. Using the up or down arrow key, select Password.
5. Press the Enter key.
The following submenu is displayed:
* Power-On password
* Supervisor password
* Lock BIOS setting
* Hard disk x password
6. Select Power-On password and press Enter .
7. Type in correct SVP at Enter Current Password and press Enter.
8. PressEnter at Enter New Password″.
9. Press Enter at Confirm New Password″.
10. Press Enter in the Changes have been saved
window.
11. Press F10; then select Yes in the Setup confirmation
window.
Hard disk password
The hard disk password is a security feature that is used to protect the hard disk data from unauthorized access.
Attention: If the hard disk password is forgotten, IBM does not provide any services to reset the hard drive password nor recover data from the hard drive. The hard drive can be replaced for a scheduled fee.

Power management features

Power management modes are available in the computer system to reduce power consumption and to prolong battery life.
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Standby mode
When in standby mode, the following occurs:
v The LCD backlight turns off.
v The hard disk motor either spins down or stops
(controlled by OS).
v Suspend LED turns on.
Events that cause the computer to enter standby mode:
Note: These events depend on the Power button, Sleep
button and Lid settings (options set to standby
mode) in the Advancedpage of the Power Management Propertiesscreen.
v Standby requested by the Sleep button (Fn+F4)
v Standby requested by the power button
v Standby requested by closing the lid.
Events that cause the computer to exit standby mode:
v RTC alarm
v Power-on switch is operated
v Fn key is pressed
v The LCD is opened (if the system entered standby
mode from closing the lid).
Note: ThisistrueifWhen I close the lid of my
portable computer: is set to Standby in the
Advancedpage of the Power Management Propertiesscreen.
v An embedded modem signals the modem ring indicator
v The battery power is at a critical level.
Display off mode
When in display off mode, the following occur:
v The LCD backlight turns off.
Events that cause the computer to enter display off mode:
v Hotkey : Fn+F3
Events that cause the computer to exit display off mode:
v Anykey or mouse operation
Hibernation mode
When in hibernation mode, the following occurs:
v The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are
stored on the hard disk.
v The system is powered off.
Events that cause the computer to enter hibernation mode:
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Note: These events depend on the Power button, Sleep
button and Lid settings (options set to hibernate
mode) in the Advancedpage of the Power Management Propertiesscreen.
v Hibernation requested by the Sleep button (Fn+F4) or
(Fn+F12)
v Hibernation requested by the power button
v Hibernation requested by closing the lid.
Events that cause the computer to exit hibernation mode:
v RTC alarm
v Power-on switch is operated
v WOL (wake on Lan)
When power is turned on, the hibernation history in the boot record on the hard disk is recognized and the system status is restored from the hard disk to resume operation.

Fn key combinations

The following table shows the Fn key and function key combinations and their corresponding functions. Some of the keys do not work if proper device drivers and utilities are not installed.
Fn key Function
Fn+F3 Display off
Fn+F4 Sleep button
Fn+F7 Switch display output location.
Fn+F8 Display expansion
Fn+F12 Hibernation
Fn+PageUp Thinkpad light
Fn+Home Brightness up
Fn+End Brightness down

Product recovery program

Restoring the Pre-installed Software
To restore the pre-installed software, you can use either the Product Recovery program or a Recovery CD. The Product Recovery program is in a section of the hard disk drive (the Service Partition) that is not displayed by Windows Explorer. Use the Recovery CD if it was provided with the computer.
Note: The recovery process might take up to 2 hours.
To use the Product Recovery program to restore the pre-installed software, do the following:
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1. Save all files and shut down the desktop.
2. Turn off the computer.
3. Turn on the computer. Quickly press F11 when this message is displayed on the screen: ...To start the
Product Recovery program, press F11″ .....This
message is displayed for only a few seconds.
Note: If this message does not appear, you can use a
Recovery Repair diskette to get access to the Product Recovery program.(seeCreating a Recovery Repair disketteon page 32 for instructions for making the Recovery Repair diskette)
4. From the list displayed on the screen, select the operating system you want to recover.
5. Select the recovery options you want, and follow the instructions on the screen.
Creating the Service Partition
To create Service Partition and install the preloaded system from Recovery CD, do the following;
To create Service Partition [SP]:
1. Erase all partitions on the hard-disk drive using FDISK or similar application.
2. Boot with Recovery CD (and boot diskette if required).
3. A menu will appear stating Your computer
originally included a Product Recovery program ... Reinstall the Product Recovery Program? (Y/N) [ ]″.}.
Note: If the hard-disk drive contains any partitions,
you will not receive this menu - go to step 1.
4. Enter ″Y″ and Service Partition will be created and loaded with D2D files.
Note: If you do not want to create Service Partition,
press ″N″ , and the d then go to step 8.
5. Press Enterat next window to continue.
* Service Partition will be created. System will automatically reboot during this process.
* Recovery process will copy some files to the Service Partition, PKUNZIP others
* Follow prompts - you may be prompted to change CDs.
* System will reboot when complete, continue to step 6 to install preloaded system.
Install preloaded system from CD:
6. Boot with Recovery CD (and boot diskette if required)
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7. If the hard-disk drive is blank, a menu will appear
stating Your computer originally included a
Product Recovery program ... Reinstall the Product Recovery Program? (Y/N) [ ]″.
* To install Service Partition, go to step 4.
* To preload hard-disk drive without installing Service Partition, press ″N″.
8. If a menu appears asking which operating system to install, highlight proper operating system and press ″″ENTER.
9. A menu will appear stating Full Recovery:. Press ″″ENTERto select.
10. Enter ″Y″ at the three windows which follow.
11. Follow prompts to complete Recovery.
Creating a Recovery Repair diskette
The Recovery Repair diskette is used to recover the prompt that is needed to access the Product Recovery program, if the prompt does not appear. Make a Recovery Repair diskette and save it for future use.
To make a Recovery Repair diskette:
1. Shut down and turn off the computer.
2. Attach the external diskette drive to the computer.
3. At the prompt, pressF11. (The option to pressF11 appears for only a few seconds. You must press F11 quickly.) The Product Recovery program main menu appears.
4. If you are using Windows 2000 Professional, you will be prompted to select the appropriate operating system setting. This menu does not appear for Windows 98 SE.
5. Select System Utilities from the main menu. Press Enter.
6. Select Create a Recovery Repair diskette. Press Enter.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions.
8. When the process is completed, label the diskette as the Recovery Repair diskette and save it for future use.
To use the Recovery Repair diskette:
1. Shut down and turn off the computer.
2. Attach the external diskette drive to the computer.
3. Insert the Recovery Repair diskette into the drive; then turn on the computer.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Checkout guide

Use the following procedure as a guide for computer problems.
Note: The diagnostic tests are intended to test only IBM
products. Non-IBM products, prototype cards, or modified options can give false errors and invalid system responses.
1. Obtain the failing symptoms in as much detail as possible.
2. Verify the symptoms by attempting to recreate the failure by running the diagnostic test or by repeating the same operation.

Testing the computer

The ThinkPad computer has a test program called PC-Doctor DOS (hereafter called PC-Doctor). You can detect errors by running the diagnostics test of PC-Doctor. This section is an overview on detecting the problem. Refer to Product overviewon page 39 for details that depend 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 the TrackPoint. Instead of pressing Enter, you also can click 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 Power systems checkouton page 35 and check the power sources.
If an error code appears, go to Symptom-to-FRU Indexon page 44.
The PC-Doctor main panel appears.
2. Select Diagnostics with the arrow keys, and press Enter.
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 a problem, PC-Doctor shows some messages.
5. Reseat the cable or connector of the detected FRU and run the test again.
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If the error recurs, replace the FRU that caused the error.
Note: With some FRUs, especially the system board,
the problem may be caused by peripheral FRUs. Verify that each peripheral FRU, such as the flexible cable, has no problem 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 overviewon page 39.
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.
Diagnostics Interactive Tests
v Run Normal Test
v Run Quick Test
v CPU/Coprocessor
v Systemboard
v Video Adapter
v Serial Port
v Parallel Port
v Fixed Disks
v Diskette Drives
v Other Devices
v Wireless network controller
(802.11b)
v Memory Test Full
v Memory Test Quick
Note: In Keyboard test within Interactive Tests, the Fn key is scanned only once. Each key should be pressed for at least 2 seconds; otherwise, it cannot be sensed.
v Keyboard
v Video
v Internal Speaker
v Mouse
v Joystick Test
v Diskette Test
v System Load
v CD-ROM/DVD
v Stereo Speaker

Related service information

PC-Doctor can detect the following system information:
Hardware Info:
v System Configuration
v Memory Contents
v Physical Disk Drive
v Logical Disk Drive
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v VGA Information
v IDE Drive Information
v PCI Information
v PNPISA Information
v SMBIOS Information
v FRU Information
v VESA LCD Information
Utility:
v Run External Tests
v Surface Scan Hard Disk
v Benchmark System
v DOS Shell
v Tech Support Form
v Battery Rundown
v View Test Log
v Print Log
v Save Log
v Full Erase Hard Drive
v Quick Erase Hard Drive

Power systems checkout

To verify the symptom of the power problem on the computer, 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 the computer.
5. Power off the computer.
6. Disconnect the AC Adapter and install the charged battery pack.
7. Check that power is supplied by the battery pack when you power on the computer.
If you suspect a power problem, refer the appropriate power supply check listed below:
v Checking the AC Adapter
v Checking operational chargingon page 36
v Checking the Battery ASMon page 37
Checking the AC Adapter
You care here because the computer fails only when the AC Adapter is used:
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v If the power-on indicator does not turn on, check the
power cord of the AC Adapter for correct continuity and installation.
v If the operational charge does not work, go to “Checking
operational charging”.
Unplug the AC Adapter cable from the computer and measure the output voltage at the plug of the AC Adapter cable. See the following figure:
Pin Voltage (V dc)
1 15.5 V. - 17.0 V.
2 Ground
If the voltage is not correct, replace the AC Adapter.
If the voltage is within the range, do the following:
v Replace the system board.
v If the problems still persist, go to Undetermined
Problemson page 57.
Note: An audible noise from the AC Adapter does not
always indicate a defect.
Checking operational charging
To check operational charging, use a discharged battery pack (Battery ASM) or a Battery ASM that has less than 50% of the total power remaining when installed in the computer.
Perform operational charging. If the battery status indicator or icon does not turn on, remove the Battery ASM and let it return to room temperature. Reinstall the Battery ASM. If the charge indicator or icon still does not turn on, replace the Battery ASM.
If the charge indicator still does not turn on, replace the system board. Then reinstall the Battery ASM. If the reinstalled Battery ASM is not charged, go to the next section.
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Checking the Battery ASM
Note: The Battery ASM may not be able to charged when
it is hot. In that case, remove it from the computer and leave it at room temperature for a while. After it cools down, reinstall it and recharge it.
Do the following:
1. Power off the computer.
2. Remove the battery pack and measure the voltage between battery terminals 1 (+) and 6 (-). See the following figure.
2
3
4
5
6
1
Terminal Pin No. Description
1 1 +0 to +12.6 for LiION
+0 to +13V for NiMH
2 Slit Isolation slit
3 4 Thermistor
4 5 Battery
Note: Signal lines, not used in these steps, are used
for communications between the system and the battery.
3. If the voltage is less than +11.0 V dc, the battery pack has been discharged. Note: Recharging will take at least 3 hours, even if the indicator does not turn on. If the voltage is still less than +11.0 V dc after recharging, replace the battery.
4. If the voltage is more than 8V for NiMH, 9V for LiION, measure the resistance between battery terminals 5 and 6. The resistance must be 4 to 30K.Ifthe
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resistance is not correct, replace the Battery ASM. If the resistance is correct, replace the system board.
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Product overview

The following shows an overview of the system features.
Feature Description
Processor Intel Pentium III Celeron processor
Bus architecture Host bus 64bits/100 MHz, PCI 32
System memory 64 MB or 128 MB base main memory
CMOS RAM 242 bytes + 4 Kbytes
Video Trident Cyberblade Aladdin i1 with
Audio AC97 audio based on the Ali M1535
Diskette drive (optional) External 1.44MB (3–mode), 3.5 inch
Hard disk drive 10GB, 15GB or 30GB, 2.5–inch
CD-ROM drive CD-ROM: 5.25–inch, 24X speed,
Modem Integrated CDC soft Modem based on
800/100, 900/100 MHz, 1 GHz, L2 cache
bits/33 MHz, ISA 16 bits/8.33 MHz, PCMCIA 16 bits/33MHz, Cardbus 32 bits/32 MHz
on system board PC 133
Two 144pins SODIMM slots supports 64 MB, 128MB, 256MB, and 512MB DIMM card
Maximum frequency: PC 133
Maximum size: 1024 MB
2D/3D Graphics accelerator.
8MB Video RAM (share with system memory)
13.3–inch, 32 bit true colors, 1024x768 pixel TFT XGA color LCD
14.1–inch, 32 bit true colors, 1024x768 pixel TFT XGA color LCD
AC link DMA engine
16–bit audio
Internal stereo speakers
floppy drive via USB interface (Bootable)
9.5mm height, E-IDE interface
E-IDE interface
DVDROM : 8X speed
DVD/ CDRW : 6X DVD/ 4X, 24X CD-RW
CD-RW
the Ali M1535 AC link DMA engine 56 Kbps Data/Fax Modem
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Feature Description
Ethernet (optional) Intel 82550GY on board . It supports
IEEE 1394 (optional) Ti TSB43AB22 1394 controller on
PC Card (PCMCIA) One Type I/II or Type III
I/O ports External monitor
Power 72–Watt AC Adapter
10/100Mbps
board
IEEE 1394.a 4–pin connector no cable power
100Mbps, 200Mbps and 400Mbps
Speaker-out
Microphone-in
DC-in
TV-out (S-Video out)
Parallel
Two USB
IEEE 1394a (optional)
Telephone (RJ11)
LAN (RJ45, optional)
6–cell Li-Ion & 8–cell NiMH Battery Packs (Dumb Battery)

Status indicators

The system-status indicators on the computer show the current status of your computer by their on or off states and colors (green and orange). Each indicator is identified with a symbol. The following shows the location and the
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meaning of each icon:
2
1
Symbol Color Meaning
(1) Drive in use
(2) Numeric lock
Green Data is being read from or
Green The numeric keypad on the
written to the hard disk. Do not enter standby mode or power off the computer when this indicator is on.
keyboard is enabled. You enable or disable the keypad by pressing and holding the Shift key, and pressing the NumLk key. For details, see the User’s Reference.
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Symbol Color Meaning
(3) Caps lock
(4) Scroll lock
(5) Power on
(6) Battery status
(7) Standby mode
Green Caps Lock mode is
Green Scroll Lock mode is
Green The computer is
Green Enough battery power
Blinking green
Blinking orange
Orange The battery pack is being
Green The computer is in standby
enabled. All alphabetic characters (A-Z) are entered in capital letters without the Shift key being pressed. You enable or disable the Caps Lock mode by pressing the Caps Lock key.
enabled. The Arrow keys can be used as screen-scroll function keys. The cursor cannot be moved with the Arrow keys. Not all application
programs support this function. You enable or
disable Scroll Lock mode by pressing the ScrLk key.
operational. This indicator is on when the computer is on.
remains for operation.
The battery power charges up to 80% full power
The battery pack needs to be charged
charged.
mode

FRU tests

The following table shows the applicable test for each FRU using PC-Doctor.
FRU Applicable test
System board
Power Battery (Diagnostics)
LCD unit
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1. CPU/Coprocessor (Diagnostics)
2. System board (Diagnostics)
1. Video Adapter (Diagnostics)
2. Video (Interactive Tests)
FRU Applicable test
Modem
Audio Internal Speaker (Interactive Tests)
Speaker System beeper: Internal Speaker
PC Card slots System board (Diagnostics)
Keyboard
TrackPont or Pointing device
Hard disk drive Fixed Disks (Diagnostics)
CD-ROM drive CD-ROM, DVD, CD-RW, DVD/CD-RW
Memory
Fan
1. Make sure the modem set up correctly.
2. Replacing the modem jack and modem card one at a time, run the modem tests in Other Devices (Diagnostics)
Stereo Speaker (Interactive Tests)
(Interactive Tests)
1. Keyboard (Diagnostics)
2. Keyboard (Interactive Tests)
If the TrackPoint does not work, see if an external PS/2 mouse is connected to the mouse/keyboard connector and remove it. The TrackPoint is automatically disabled if an external PS/2 mouse is attached. Check also if the TrackPoint driver is correctly installed by accessing Windows Device Manager via the System icon in the Control Panel.
After you use the TrackPoint, the pointer drifts on the screen for a short time. This self-acting pointer movement can occur when a slight, steady pressure is applied to the TrackPoint pointer. This symptom is not a hardware problem. No service actions are necessary if the pointer movement stops in a short period of time.
If this does not correct the TrackPoint problem, continue with the following: Mouse (Interactive Tests).
(Interactive Tests)
1. 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 the test again.
3. If the test does not detect the error, run Memory Test-Full (Diagnostics)
1. Power on system and check the air turbulence at the louver at the rear of the computer.
2. Run the fan test in Other Devices (Diagnostics).
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Symptom-to-FRU Index

The Symptom-to-FRU Index lists the symptoms and errors and the possible causes. The most likely cause is listed first.
Note: Perform the FRU replacement or actions in the
sequence shown in the FRU/Action columns. If a FRU does not solve the problem, put the original part back in the computer. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.
This index can also be used to help you decide which FRUs should be available when servicing a computer.
Numeric error codes show the errors detected in POST or system operation (runtime). In the following error codes, X can be any number.
If no codes are available, use narrative symptoms.
If the symptom, is not listed, go to Undetermined Problemson page 57.
Note: For any IBM device not supported by the diagnostic
codes in this ThinkPad computer, see the manual for that device.

Numeric Error Codes and Messages

Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
0200 Failure Fixed Disk Fixed disk is not
0210 Stuck key Stuck key on
0211 Keyboard error Keyboard not
0212 Keyboard
Controller Falied
0213 Keyboard locked
Unlock key switch
working or not configured properly. Check to see if fixed disk is attached properly. Run setup. Find out if the fixed-disk type is correctly identified.
keyboard.
working.
Keyboard Controller Falied test. May require replacing keyboard controller.
Unlock the system to proceed.
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Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
0220 Monitor type does
not match CMOS Run SETUP
0230 Shadow RAM
failed at offset : nnnn
0231 System RAM
failed at offset : nnnn
0232 Extended RAM
Failed at offset : nnnn
0250 System battery is
dead Replace and run SETUP
0251 System CMOS
checksum bad-default configuration
*0260 System timer error The timer test
0270 Real time clock
error
Monitor type not correctly identified is Setup.
Shadow RAM failed at offset nnnn of the 64k block at which the error was detected.
System RAM failed at offset nnnn of in the 64k block at which the error was detected.
Extended memory not working or not configured properly at offset nnnn,
The CMOS clock battery indicator shows the battery is dead. Replace the battery and run Setup to reconfigure the system.
System CMOS has been corrupted or modified incorrectly, perhaps by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The BIOS installed Default Setup Values. If you do not want these values, enter Setup and enter your own values. If the error persists, check the system battery or contact your dealer.
failed. Requires repair of system board.
Real-Time Clock fails BIOS hardware test. May require board repair.
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Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
0271 Check date and
time settings
0280 Previous boot
incomplete-Default configuration used
0281 Memory Size
found by POST differed from CMOS
02B0 Diskette drive A
error Diskette drive B error
02B2 Incorrect Drive A
type run SETUP
02B3 Incorrect Drive B
type run SETUP
BIOS found date or time out of range and reset the Real-Time Clock. May require setting legal date (1991–2099).
Previous POST did not complete successfully. POST loads default values and offers to run Setup. If the failure was caused by incorrect values and they are not corrected, the next boot will likely fail. On system with control of wait states, improper Setup settings can also teminate POST and cause this error on the next boot. Run Setup and verify that wait-state configuration is correct. This error is cleared the next time the system is booted.
Memory size found by POST differed from CMOS.
Drive A: or B: is present but fails the BIOS POST diskette tests. CHeck to see that the drive is defined with the proper diskette type in Setup and that the diskette drive is attached corretly.
Type of floppy drive A: not correctly identified in Setup
Type of floppy drive B: not correctly identified in Setup
IBM customized not to display this message.
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Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
02D0 System cache
error- Cache disabled
02F0: CPU ID: CPU socket
02F4: EISA CMOS not
writeable
02F5: DMA Test Failed ServerBIOS2 test
02F6: Software NMI
Failed
02F7: Fail-Safe Timer
NMI Failed
device Address Conflict
Allocation Error for: device
CD ROM Drive CD ROM Drive
Entering SETUP Starting Setup
RAM cache failed and BIOS disabled the cache. On older boards, check the cache jumpers. You may have to replace that cache. See your dealer. A disabled cache slows system performance considerably.
number for Multi-Processor error.
ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot write to EISA CMOS.
error: Cannot write to extended DMA (Direct Memory Access) registers.
ServerBIOS2 test error: Cannot generate software NMI(Non-Maskable Interrupt).
ServerBIOS2 test error: Fail-Safe Timer takers too long.
Address conflict for specified device.
Run ISA or EISA configuration Utility to resolve resource conflict for the specified device.
identified.
program
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Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
Failing Bits: nnnn The hex number
Fixed Disk n Fixed disk n (0–3)
Invalid System Configuration Data
I/O device IRQ conflict
PS/2 Mouse Boot Summary Screen:
nnnn kB Extended RAM Passed
nnnn Cache SRAM Passed
nnnn kB Shadow RAM Passed
nnnn kB System RAM Passed
One or more I2O Block Storage Devices were excluded from the Setup Boot Menu
Operating system not found
nnnn is a map of the bits at the RAM address which failed the memory test. Each 1 (one) in the map indicates a failed bit. See errors 230, 231, or 232 above for offset address of the failure in System,Extended, or Shadow memory.
identified.
Problem with NVRAM (CMOS) data.
I/O device IRQ conflict error.
PS/2 Mouse installed
Where nnnn is the amount of RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
Where nnnn is the amount of system cache in kliobytes successfully tested.
Where nnnn is the amount of shadow RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
Where nnnn is the amount of system RAM in kilobytes successfully tested.
There was not enough room in the IPL table to display all installed I2O block-storage devices.
Operating system cannot be located on either drive A: or drive C:. Enter Setup and see if fixed disk and drive A: are properly identified.
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Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
Parity Check 1 nnnn
Parity Check 2 nnnn
Press F1 to resume, F2 to Setup, F3 for previous
Press F2 to enter Setup
PS/2 Mouse: PS/2 mouse
Run the I2O Configuration Utility
Parity error found in the system bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????. Parity is a method for checking errors in binary data. A parity error indicates that some data has been corrupted.
Parity error found in the I/O bus. BIOS attempts to locate the address and display it on the screen. If it cannot locate the address, it displays ????.
Displayed after any recoverable error message. Press F1 to start the boot process or F2 to enter Setup and change the settings. Press F3 to display the previous screen (usually an initialization error of an Option ROM, i.e., an add-on card). Write down and follow the information shown on the screen.
Optional message displayed during POST. Can be turned off in Setup.
identified.
Oneormore unclaimed block storage devices have the Configuration Request bit set in the LCT. Run an I2O Configuration Utility (e.g. the SAC utility).
IBM customized F2to F1
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Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
System BIOS shadowed
UMB upper limit segment address: nnnn
Video BIOS shadowed
0175 Bad CRC1, stop
POST task
0187 EAIA data access
error
0188 Invalid RFID
Serialization Information Area or Bad CRC2
0189 Invalid RFID
Configuration Information Area
0190 Critical low-battery
error
0193 RF antenna had
been removed
0194 The computer is
carried through the security gate
1801 Unsupported
docking station is attached - Power off and remove the docking station
Fan error Cooling fan is
System BIOS copied to shadow RAM.
Displays the address nnnn of the upper limit of Upper Memory Blocks, indicating released segments of the BIOS which can be reclaimed by a virtual memory manager.
Video BIOS successfully copied to shadow RAM
EEPROM CRC1 is not correct (block #6).
EEPROM access (read or write) is failed.
EEPROM checksum is not correct (block #0,1).EEPROM CRC2 is not correct (block #6).
EEPROM checksum is not correct (block #4,5).
Critical Low Battery.
RFID antenna has been removed, which was once installed.
The computer is carried through the security gate (portal gate).
Attached docking station is not supported by the product.
failing.
Replace planar.
Replace planar. Box serial number needs to be reinstalled.
Replace planar. UUID needs to be reinstalled.
RFID model only.
RFID model only.
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Error
Message Meanings Comment
Code
Do you want abort resume from hibernation? (Y/N)System memory removed, press F3 to power off systemand restore memory chip, press F4 to normal boot
Docking station is removed or its ID is different,press F3 to power off system and restore correctdocking station, press F4 to normal boot.
WRONG MEMORY: Serial Presence Detected (SPD) indicates 66MHz Memory. This processor requires 100MHz memory. Shut system down.

Beep Symptoms

DIMM is removed during hibernation state.
Undocked during hibernation state, or docked to another docking station during hibernation state.
In 100MHz clock system 66MHz Memory are installed.
No error appears when; undock
-> hibernation
-> dock -> wakeup. The docking is configured by OS.
Shut system down.(Stop this point)
Event Description S1/S3 Beep
POST
Diagnostic boot
Post error N/A 3 short beeps
Low battery warning beep
Critical Thermal
DRAM type error
Responses of Boot Block BIOS Flash
End Diagnostic boot
System POST N/A 3 long beeps
PC133 SDRAM only
Success N/A 2 long, 1 short, and
BIOS file size mismatch
BIOS file reading error
Floppy drive not installed
N/A 1 short beep
N/A 4 short beeps
N/A 2 long beeps
then 1 long beep
N/A 1 long, 1 short beep
N/A 1 long, 2 short beeps
N/A 2 short beeps
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Run Time / Sleep state
BaySwap alarm
AC attach/detach
Power Control Beep
Volume control beep
Inhibit bay swap Yes Continuous 2 short, 1
System enters / resume from S1/S3/S4 state.
Volume key Up/Down
long beeps .
NO 1 short beep
N/A 1 short beep
N/A 1 short beep

LCD-Related Symptoms

LCD FRU Replacement Notice
The TFT LCD for the computer contains many thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or lighted dots (on all the time) is characteristic of TFT LCD technology, but excessive pixel problems can cause viewing concerns. The LCD should be replaced if the number of missing, discolored, or lighted dots in any background is:
v XGA : 8 or more bright dots, 8 or more dark dots,
or a total of 9 or more bright and dark dots.
Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
LCD backlight does not work.
LCD is too dark.
LCD brightness cannot be adjusted.
Unreadable LCD screen.
Missing pixels in characters.
Abnormal screen
Wrong color displayed.
v Keyboard (if contrast and
brightness function keys do not work)
v Reseat LCD connector
v Check LCD inverter ID
v LCD Cable ASM
v LCD Inverter/LED board
(13.3/14.1″)
v LCD
v System board
v Reseat LCD connector
v Check LCD inverter ID
v LCD Cable ASM
v LCD Inverter/LED board
(13.3/14.1″)
v LCD
v System board
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Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
LCD has extra horizontal or vertical lines displayed.
v Check LCD inverter ID
v LCD Cable ASM
v LCD Inverter/LED board
(13.3/14.1″)
v LCD
v System board

Keyboard/TrackPoint-Related Symptoms

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
Keyboard (one or more keys) doesnt work.
TrackPoint does not work.
v Go to FRU testson page 42.
v Reseat keyboard cable.
v Keyboard
v System board
v Go to FRU testson page 42.
v Reseat keyboard cable.
v Keyboard
v System board

Indicator-Related Symptoms

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
Indicator incorrectly remains off or on, but system runs correctly.
v Reseat Inveter/LED board
(13.3/14.1″)
v Inveter/LED board (13.3/14.1″)
v System board
v Coaxial cable

Power-Related Symptoms

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
Power shuts down during operation.
v Go to “Power systems checkouton
page 35.
v AC Adapter
v Battery assembly
v Keyboard
v System board
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Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
The system doesn’t power on.
The system doesn’t power off.
Battery cant be charged.
v Go to “Power systems checkouton
page 35.
v AC Adapter
v Battery assembly
v Keyboard
v System board
v Go to Power systems checkouton
page 35.
v Hold and press the power switch
for more than 4 seconds.
v Keyboard
v System board
v Go to Power systems checkouton
page 35.
v Battery assembly
v System board

Memory-Related Symptom

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
Memory count (size) appears different from the actual size. (The main memory with 8MB of VGA.)
v Go to FRU testson page 42.
v Enter BIOS Utility and execute
Load Setup Default Settings; then reboot the system.
v DIMM
v System board

Audio-Related Symptoms

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
Internal speakers make noise or emit no sound.
External speakers make noise or emit no sound.
In DOS or Windows, multimedia programs, no sound comes from the computer. (Only system beeps are heard at power-on.)
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v Speaker volume control
v Go to FRU testson page 42.
v Speaker(s)
v Speaker volume control
v Go to FRU testson page 42.
v Speaker(s)
v Speaker volume control
v Go to FRU testson page 42.
v Speaker(s)

PC Card (PCMCIA)-Related Symptoms

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
System cannot detect the PC Card (PCMCIA)
PCMCIA slot pin is damaged.
v PC Card (PCMCIA) holder
assembly
v System board
PC Card (PCMCIA) holder assembly

Power Management-Related Symptoms

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
The system doesnt enter hibernation mode.
The system doesn’t resume from hibernation mode.
The system doesnt enter into or resume from sleep mode after closing the LCD.
System configuration does not match the installed devices.
System hangs intermittently.
v Go to “Hibernation modeon
page 29.
v Boot an operating system and
press Fn+F12 and see if the computer enters hibernation mode.
v Keyboard
v Hard disk drive connector
v Hard disk drive
v System board
v Go to Hibernation modeon
page 29.
v Hard disk drive connector
v Hard disk drive
v System board
v Lid switch
v System board
v Lid close action in the power
operation properties of the OS
v Enter BIOS Utility and execute
Load Setup Default Settings; then reboot the system.
v Reseat Hard disk/diskette/CD-ROM
drive connector.
v Reseat hard disk/diskette/CD-ROM
drive connector.
v Fan ASM (go to “FRU testson
page 42).
v System board
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Peripheral-Device-Related Symptoms

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
External display does not work correctly.
Printer problems.
Parallel port device problems.
v Both display mode, press Fn+F7.
v System board
v Run printer self-test.
v Printer driver
v Printer cable
v Ensure that Parallel Portin the
Config sub-menumenu of the BIOS Utility is correctly set.
v System board
v Device driver
v Device cable
v Device
v Ensure that Parallel Portin the
Config sub-menumenu of the BIOS Utility is correctly set.
v System board

Modem-Related Symptom

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
Internal modem does not work correctly
v Go to FRU testson page 42.
v Modem connector
v Modem board
v System board
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Operating System-Related Symptom

Symptom/Error FRU/Action in Sequence
Operating system not found
v Check that the operating system
has no failure and is installed correctly.
v Check the Boot device list in the
startup/Boot sub-menu is enabled on each bootable device.
v Enter IBM BIOS Setup Utility and
see whether the hard disk drive and the diskette drive are properly identified.
v Reseat the hard disk drive.
v Reinstall the operating system.
v Diskette drive
v Hard disk drive
v System board

Intermittent Problems

Intermittent system hang problems can be caused by a variety of reasons that have nothing to do with a hardware defect, such as cosmic radiation, electronic discharge, or software errors. FRU replacement should only be considered when a recurring problem exists.
When analyzing on intermittent problem, do the following:
1. Run the diagnostic test for the system board at least 10 times.
2. If no error is detected, do not replace any FRUs.
3. If any error is detected, replace the FRU. Rerun the test to verify that there are no more errors.

Undetermined Problems

The diagnostic tests did not identify which adapter or device failed, which installed devices are incorrect, whether a short circuit is suspected, or whether the system is inoperative. Follow the procedures below to isolate the failing FRU.
Verify that the power supply being used at the time of the failure is operating correctly.
1. Power off the computer.
2. Check the cables, wires, and connectors for short circuits and open circuits. Visually check them for damage. If any problems are found, replace the FRU.
3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices:
v Non-IBM devices
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v Printer, external mouse & keyboard, and other
external devices
v Battery pack
v Hard disk drive
v CD-ROM drive/Diskette drive (optional)
v PC Card (PCMCIA)
4. Power on the computer.
5. Determine if the problem has changed.
6. If the problem does not occur again, reconnect the removed devices one at a time until you find the failing FRU.
7. If the problem remains, replace the following FRUs one at a time. Do not replace a non-defective FRU.
v Hard disk drive connection board
v LCD assembly
v System board
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FRU removals and replacements

This section contains information about removals and replacements.
v Do not damage any parts. Only certified and trained
personnel should service the computer.
v The arrows in this section show the direction of
movement to remove a FRU, or to turn a screw to release the FRU. The arrows are marked in numeric order, in square callout, to show the correct sequence of removal.
v Any FRUs that must be removed before removing the
failing FRU are listed at the top of the page.
v To replace a FRU, reverse the removal procedure and
follow any notes that pertain to replacement. See Locationson page 86 for internal cable connections and arrangement information.
v When replacing a FRU, use the correct screw size, as
shown in the procedure.
Safety Notice 1
Translations in Safety Notices (Multi-lingual Translations)section: 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.
Safety Notice 3
Translations in Safety Notices (Multi-lingual Translations)section: 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.
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Safety Notice 8
Translations in Safety Notices (Multi-lingual Translations)section: Before removing any FRU, power-off the computer, unplug all power cords from electrical outlets, remove the battery pack, then disconnect any interconnecting cables.
Attention: The system board is sensitive and can be damaged by electronic discharge. Establish personal grounding by touching a ground point with one hand before touching these units.
An electrostatic discharge (ESD) strap (P/N: 6405959) must be used to establish personal grounding.

1010 Battery assembly

1
Warning
Battery packs are capable of delivering high currents for a significant amount of time. Do not short the battery terminals.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturers instructions.
2

1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI card

v 1010 Battery assembly
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2
1
Note: The screw does not separate from the PCI cover.
3
4
Note: There are 2 cables on step 4 : The gray cable is the
main antenna and the black cable is the auxiliarey antenna.
Note: When you install the PCI card, remember to press it
down and ensure the connection is well.
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1030 Memory cover and Memory card

v “1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
2
1
Note: The screw does not separate from the memory
cover.
4
3
33
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 of approximately 20°, into the socket; then press it firmly.
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Pivot the memory card until it snaps into place.
Side View

1040 Hard disk drive assembly

v “1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
1
2
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M3 x L4 (1) Black 3.2 kgf-cm
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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 permanent loss of data on the drive.
Before removing the drive, have the user make a backup copy of all the information on the drive if possible.
Never remove the drive while the system is operating or is in suspend mode.

1050 CD-ROM assembly

v “1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
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2
3

1060 Keyboard

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2.5 x L10 (2) Black 3.2 kgf-cm
2
4
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Notes:
1. When replacing the keyboard, make sure that the cable is clean and insert it directly into the connector, making sure it makes contact with the bottom of the connector.
2. If the cable do not touch the bottom of the connector, the keyboard function will be rendered useless.
3. The cable of the keyboard are fragile and could be damaged. Be careful when pulling out the cable.

1070 Backup battery

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to manufacturers instruction.
Safety Notice 4
Translation in Safety Notices: Multi-lingual Translationssection: The backup battery is a lithium battery and 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), 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.
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1080 Middle cover

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
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2
4
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
2 M2.5 x L10 (1) Black 3.2 kgf-cm
4 M2.5 x L10 (1) Black 3.2 kgf-cm

1090 LCD assembly

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
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3
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Note: Release the gray cable, which is the main antenna
from the system.
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4
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
4 M2.5 x L10 (4) Black 3.2 kgf-cm
5 M2.5 x L5 (1) Silver 3.2 kgf-cm
5
6

1100 Keyboard bezel

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2.5 x L10 (7) Black 3.2 kgf-cm
2
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CAUTION: The keyboard bezel has several latches. When removing the keyboard bezel from the bottom cover, gently release these latches, then raise the side of the keyboard bezel facing the palm rest to remove it. Be careful not to break the latches.

1110 PCMCIA holder

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
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2
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
2 M2 x L6 (3) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm
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Note: Before removing and replacing the PCMCIA holder,
make sure that the PCMCIA cards are removed and the eject levers are sticking out.

1120 Auxiliary Antenna

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2 x L4(1) Silver 2.5 kgf-cm
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1120 Speaker

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
2
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
2 M2.5 x L4(1) Black 2.5 kgf-cm
1

1140 CPU spring

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2.5 x L5 (2) Silver 3.2 kgf-cm

1150 Fan assembly

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
v 1140 CPU springon page 73
2
1
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
3 M2.5 x L5 (2) Silver 3.2 kgf-cm

1160 System board

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1040 Hard disk drive assemblyon page 63
v 1050 CD-ROM assemblyon page 64
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
v 1120 Speakeron page 73
4
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1
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2.5 x L10(3) Silver 3.2 kgf-cm
Notes:
1. When removing the system board from the bottom cover, gently raise the side of the system board facing the rear I/O ports; then pull out the system board.

1170 Modem Cable

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1040 Hard disk drive assemblyon page 63
v 1050 CD-ROM assemblyon page 64
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
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v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
v 1120 Speakeron page 73
v 1160 System boardon page 75

1180 Hard disk drive bezel

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1040 Hard disk drive assemblyon page 63
v 1050 CD-ROM assemblyon page 64
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
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v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
v 1120 Speakeron page 73
v 1160 System boardon page 75
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2 x L6 (2) Silver 1.6 kgf-cm

1090 CD-ROM chassis

v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1040 Hard disk drive assemblyon page 63
v 1050 CD-ROM assemblyon page 64
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1100 Keyboard bezelon page 69
v 1120 Speakeron page 73
v 1150 Fan assemblyon page 74
v 1160 System boardon page 75
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v “1180 Hard disk drive bezelon page 77
2
1
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
2 M2.5 x L5 (3) Silver 3.2 kgf-cm
1200 LCD bezel assembly (13.3″)
v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
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v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
2
3
1
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
2 M2 x L4(2) Silver 2.5 kgf-cm
3 M2.5 x L6(2) Black 2.5 kgf-cm
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4
6
5
Note: When removing the LCD, take note of the following:
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v Be careful not to scratch the LCD bezel when
removing the screw mylars.
v The LCD bezel has several latches. Release
these latches; then remove the LCD bezel. Be careful not to break these latches.
v Gently push the two LCD latches outward to
remove the LCD bezel.
1210 LCD Inveter (13.3″)
v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1200 LCD bezel assembly (13.3″)on page 79
1
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2 x L10(4) Black 2.5 kgf-cm
1220 LED board (13.3″)
v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1200 LCD bezel assembly (13.3″)on page 79
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3
1230 LCD bracket hinge assembly (13.3″)
v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1200 LCD bezel assembly (13.3″)on page 79
v 1210 LCD Inveter (13.3″)on page 81
v 1220 LED board (13.3″)on page 81
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4
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Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2 x L4 (4) Silver 2.5 kgf-cm
1240 LCD FPC assembly (13.3″)
v 1010 Battery assemblyon page 60
v 1020 Mini-PCI cover and Mini-PCI cardon page 60
v 1030 Memory cover and Memory cardon page 62
v 1060 Keyboardon page 64
v 1080 Middle coveron page 67
v 1090 LCD assemblyon page 68
v 1200 LCD bezel assembly (13.3″)on page 79
v 1210 LCD Inveter (13.3″)on page 81
v 1220 LED board (13.3″)on page 81
v 1230 LCD bracket hinge assembly (13.3″)on page 82
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1
Step Size (Quantity) Color Torque
1 M2 x L4(1) Silver 2.5 kgf-cm
2

1250 Wireless reassembly

v 1230 LCD bracket hinge assembly (13.3″)on page 82
v 1220 LED board (13.3″)on page 81
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Locations

y

Front View

System-statusindicators
TrackPoint

Rear View

Powe r j ack
Monitor connector
Ethernet connector
USB connector

Bottom View

Computer displa
Ultrabay 2000
Modem connector
1
1. Battery pack
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4
3
2
2. Mini-PCI Card slot door
3. Memory slot door
4. Docking connector
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Switch Locations

SW3
1
1
Boot Block Enabled
1
Check Passwo rd Enabled
0
Pin3
Pin4
100
Boot Block Disabled
10
Check Passwo rd Disabled
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Parts list (ThinkPad R Series )

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2
3
4
6
5
19
7
8
9
10
18
17
11
12
16
13
14
15
No. Description FRU No.
1 Hinge Cap 26P9722
3 Middle Cover ASM WW 26P9727
4 KBD Bezel Asm. WW 26P9725
5 Antenna Kit 13.3
Antenna Kit 14.1
Antenna Aux
Antenna LCD
ThinkPad R Series 89
26P9712
26P9711
No. Description FRU No.
6 Cable Asm. kit , RJ11 and lid switch
RJ-11 Cable for CDC board model
RJ-11 Cable mini PCI combo board model
Lid switch Cable
7 Planar P-III 1 GHz 26P8143
Planar P-III 1 GHz w/1394 26P8145
Planar Celeron 900MHz 26P8149
Planar Celeron 800MHz w/1394 26P8151
8 FAN Asm. 26P9723
9 PCMCIA Slot 26P9724
10 HDD w/tray & screws module IBM
Assy./10 GB
HDD w/tray & screws module HITACHI //10 GB
HDD w/tray & screws module IBM /15GB08K9663
27L0689
08K9661
08K9662
HDD w/tray & screws module HITACHI /15 GB
HDD w/tray & screws module IBM /30GB08K9665
HDD w/tray & screws module HITACHI /30 GB
11 HDD Bezel 26P9737
12 Lower Case w/ label WW 26P9729
Lower Case w/ label EMEA 26P9730
Lower Case w/ label IIPC 26P9731
Lower Case w/ label Korea 26P9732
Lower Case w/ label W/W-wireless 26P9733
Lower Case w/ label EMEA-wireless 26P9734
Lower Case w/ label IIPC-wireless 26P9735
Lower Case w/ label Korea-wireless 26P9736
13 Modem CDC 26P8070
14 802.11b/Modem combo card 26P8092
15 Mini-PCI / DIMM door kit 26P9739
16 Battery Assy. (Ni-Mh)
Sanyo-W/W
Sanyo-Japan
08K9664
05K9666
02K6827
02K6835
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No. Description FRU No.
Battery Assy. (Li-Ion)
Sanyo-W/W
Sanyo-Japan
Panasonic-W/W
Panasonic-Japan
17 Speaker Kit 02K5989
18 RTC Battery 11J8591
19 CD-ROM Module
TEAC
HLDS(LG)
DVD-ROM Module
HLDS(Hitachi)
CDRW Module
SONY
SONY ( for WinXP)
TEACCDRW / DVD Module
Toshiba
Rubber Kit
PCMCIA screw cap* 3
rubber foot * 3
LCD bezel screw cap (W/W) *4
IEEE-1394 dummy label
IEEE-1394 icon label
Screw Kit
HDD COIN SCREW
M/B HEX SCREW
SCREW DIMM COVER STEEL
SCREW MACH PAN NYLOK M2.0*13 NI
BH MSN+N SCREW M2.0*6
SCREW MACH FLAT M3*2.8
SCREW HDD M3*L4
WCH MSN+CZ SCREW M2.5*5
SCREW M2.5L10B 86.9A353100
SCREW M2.5*6
SCREW M2.4 WAFER NI
02K6822
02K6830
02K6824
02K6832
27L3436
08K9545
27L4236
27L4221
27L4231
08K9644
27L4249
26P9742
26P9741
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LCD FRU

13.3-inch TFT
3
1
3
2
4
6
5
7
8
No. Description FRU No.
1 13.3LCD Bezel 26P9715
2 LCD Panel Asm (13.3TFT)
Sanyo
LG
3 13.3Hinge-Bracket Asm (R,L) 26P9720
4 LCD-Invertor / LED card (for 13.3″ &
14.1TFT)
5 LCD cable Asm. 27L0687
6 Antenna Kit 13.3LCD
Antenna w/ 13.3LCD
Antenna aux
11P8212
11P8220
26P8139
26P9712
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No. Description FRU No.
7 LCD Rear Cover Asm for 13.3/14.1″ (
for Wireless model )
13.3/14.1LCD rear cover
13.3/14.1LCDPanel W/Wireless
IBM Logo
LCD Rear Cover Asm for 13.3/14.1
13.3/14.1LCD rear cover
13.3/14.1LCDPanel W/O Wireless
IBM Logo
8 LCD Hinge Cap 26P9722
LG/IBM Logo Kit
for LCD Rear Cover
for KBD Bezel
26P9709
26P9707
08K5860
14.1-inch TFT
1
3
2
3
4
6
5
7
8
No. Description FRU No.
1 14.1LCD Bezel (for W/W) 26P9713
ThinkPad R Series 93
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