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Contents

About this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Chapter 1. Safety information . . . . . . 1

General safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electrical safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety inspection guide . . . . . . . . . . . .

Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive
devices

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Grounding requirements . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety notices (multi-lingual translations) . . . . .

Chapter 2. General information . . . .

Specifications (30AG and 30AH) . . . . . . . .

Specifications (30AJ and 30AK) . . . . . . . .

Lenovo programs

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Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
7 operating system . . . . . . . . . . .

Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
8.1 operating system . . . . . . . . . .

Lenovo Support Web site . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 3. General checkout . . . . .

Problem determination tips . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting and
diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . .

Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8.1
operating system. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting procedure . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . .

CD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DVD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . .

Hard disk drive problems . . . . . . . . .

Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Monitor problems. . . . . . . . . . . .

Networking problems . . . . . . . . . .

Option problems . . . . . . . . . . . .

Performance and lockup problems . . . . .

Printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . .

Serial connector problems . . . . . . . .

Software problems . . . . . . . . . . .

A wireless LAN problem . . . . . . . . .

Bluetooth problem . . . . . . . . . . .

USB problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lenovo Solution Center . . . . . . . . .

UEFI diagnostic program . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 5. Advanced configuration . .

Using the Setup Utility program . . . . . . . .

Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . .

Viewing and changing settings

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Using BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . .

Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . .

Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . .

Enabling ErP LPS compliance mode . . . .

ICE performance mode . . . . . . . . .

ICE thermal alert . . . . . . . . . . . .

Changing the BIOS settings before installing a
new operating system . . . . . . . . . .

Exiting the Setup Utility program . . . . . .

Configuring RAID. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RAID Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Configuring the system BIOS to enable SATA
RAID functionality. . . . . . . . . . . .

Creating RAID volumes . . . . . . . . .

Deleting RAID volumes

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Resetting disks to non-RAID . . . . . . .

Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU index . .

Hard disk drive boot error . . . . . . . . . .

Power supply problems . . . . . . . . . . .

Beep symptoms . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

POST error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Miscellaneous error conditions . . . . . . . .

Undetermined problems . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 7. Locations . . . . . . . . .

Locations (30AG, and 30AH) . . . . . . . . .

Locating connectors, controls, and indicators
on the front of your computer . . . . . . .

Locating connectors on the rear of your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locating major FRUs and CRUs . . . . . .

Looking up FRU information . . . . . . .

Locating parts on the system board

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Locating internal drives . . . . . . . . .

Locations (30AK and 30AJ) . . . . . . . . . .

Locating connectors, controls, and indicators
on the front of your computer . . . . . . .

Locating connectors on the rear of your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locating major FRUs and CRUs . . . . . .

Looking up FRU information . . . . . . .

Summary of Contents for ThinkStation P300

Page 1: ...ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types 30AG 30AH 30AJ and 30AK ...

Page 2: ...under Appendix B Notices on page 231 First Edition June 2014 Copyright Lenovo 2014 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If data or software are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No GS 35F 05925 ...

Page 3: ...Center 51 UEFI diagnostic program 52 Chapter 5 Advanced configuration 53 Using the Setup Utility program 53 Starting the Setup Utility program 53 Viewing and changing settings 53 Using BIOS passwords 54 Enabling or disabling a device 55 Selecting a startup device 55 Enabling ErP LPS compliance mode 56 ICE performance mode 57 ICE thermal alert 57 Changing the BIOS settings before installing a new o...

Page 4: ...stalling or replacing a memory module 146 Installing or replacing a PCI card 148 Installing or replacing the card reader 150 Replacing the battery 155 Installing or replacing the mSATA solid state drive 156 Installing or replacing a device in the optical drive bay 162 Installing or replacing the solid state drive 178 Replacing the front audio and USB assembly 182 Replacing the system fan 183 Repla...

Page 5: ...cations and Customer Replaceable Unit CRU identification see Chapter 7 Locations on page 67 For FRU replacement instructions see Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs on page 83 For FRU part numbers go to http www lenovo com serviceparts lookup Important This manual is intended only for trained service technicians who are familiar with ThinkStation computers Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic t...

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Page 7: ...ce away from all personnel while you are servicing the machine Keep your tool case away from walk areas so that other people will not trip over it Do not wear loose clothing that can be trapped in the moving parts of a machine Ensure that your sleeves are fastened or rolled up above your elbows If your hair is long fasten it Insert the ends of your necktie or scarf inside clothing or fasten it wit...

Page 8: ...r if necessary Use only one hand when working with powered on electrical equipment keep the other hand in your pocket or behind your back Remember There must be a complete circuit to cause electrical shock By observing the above rule you may prevent a current from passing through your body When using a tester set the controls correctly and use the approved probe leads and accessories for that test...

Page 9: ... sharp edges 2 Power off the computer Disconnect the power cord 3 Check the power cord for a A third wire ground connector in good condition Use a meter to measure third wire ground continuity for 0 1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and frame ground b The power cord should be the appropriate type as specified in the parts listings c Insulation must not be frayed or worn 4 Remove the co...

Page 10: ...mage 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 ope...

Page 11: ...s to outlet 5 Turn device ON 1 Turn everything OFF 2 First remove power cords from outlet 3 Remove signal cables from connectors 4 Remove all cables from devices CAUTION When replacing the lithium battery use only Part Number 45C1566 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer If your system has a module containing a lithium battery replace it only with the same module type made ...

Page 12: ...37 lb 32 kg 70 5 lb 55 kg 121 2 lb CAUTION Use safe practices when lifting CAUTION The power control button on the device and the power switch on the power supply do not turn off the electrical current supplied to the device The device also might have more than one power cord To remove all electrical current from the device ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source 1 2 6 T...

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Page 14: ... 18 kg 37 lb 32 kg 70 5 lb 55 kg 121 2 lb 1 2 PERIGO A corrente elétrica proveniente de cabos de alimentação de telefone e de comunicações é perigosa 8 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 15: ...s aos dispositivos 3 Conecte os cabos de sinal aos conectores 4 Conecte os cabos de alimentação às tomadas 5 LIGUE os dispositivos 1 DESLIGUE Tudo 2 Primeiramente remova os cabos de alimentação das tomadas 3 Remova os cabos de sinal dos conectores 4 Remova todos os cabos dos dispositivos CUIDADO Ao substituir a bateria de lítio utilize apenas uma bateria com Número de Peça 45C1566 ou um tipo de ba...

Page 16: ... evite exposição direta ao feixe 18 kg 37 lb 32 kg 70 5 lb 55 kg 121 2 lb CUIDADO Utilize procedimentos de segurança para levantar equipamentos CUIDADO O botão de controle de alimentação do dispositivo e o botão para ligar desligar da fonte de alimentação não desligam a corrente elétrica fornecida ao dispositivo O dispositivo também pode ter mais de um cabo de alimentação Para remover toda a corre...

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Page 20: ...nt produit ou des périphériques qui lui sont raccordés reportez vous aux instructions ci dessous pour connecter et déconnecter les différents cordons Connexion Déconnexion 1 Mettez les unités HORS TENSION 2 Commencez par brancher tous les cordons sur les unités 3 Branchez les câbles d interface sur des connecteurs 4 Branchez les cordons d alimentation sur des prises 5 Mettez les unités SOUS TENSIO...

Page 21: ... à laser contiennent une diode à laser intégrée de classe 3A ou 3B Prenez connaissance des informations suivantes Rayonnement laser lorsque le carter est ouvert Evitez toute expositiondirecte au rayon laser Evitez de regarder fixement le faisceau ou del observer à l aide d instruments optiques 18 kg 37 lb 32 kg 70 5 lb 55 kg 121 2 lb ATTENTION Soulevez la machine avec précaution ATTENTION L interr...

Page 22: ...en sind Zum Installieren Transportieren und Öffnen der Abdeckungen des Computers oder der angeschlossenen Einheiten die Kabel gemäß der folgenden Tabelle anschließen und abziehen Zum Anschließen der Kabel gehen Sie wie folgt vor Zum Abziehen der Kabel gehen Sie wie folgt vor 1 Schalten Sie alle Einheiten AUS 2 Schließen Sie erst alle Kabel an die Einheiten an 3 Schließen Sie die Signalkabel an die...

Page 23: ...hier angegeben verwendet kann gefährliche Laserstrahlung auftreten VORSICHT Einige Lasergeräte enthalten eine Laserdiode der Klasse 3A oder 3B Beachten Sie Folgendes Laserstrahlung bei geöffneter Verkleidung Nicht in den Strahl blicken Keine Lupen oder Spiegel verwenden Strahlungsbereich meiden 18 kg 32 kg 55 kg ACHTUNG Arbeitsschutzrichtlinien beim Anheben der Maschine beachten ACHTUNG Mit dem Ne...

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Page 26: ...oni di installazione spostamento o apertura dei coperchi di questo prodotto o delle unità collegate Per collegarsi Per scollegarsi 1 SPEGNERE le apparecchiature 2 Innanzitutto collegare tutti i cavi alle unità 3 Collegare i cavi di segnale ai connettori 4 Collegare i cavi di alimentazione alla presa 5 Accendere l unità 1 SPEGNERE le apparecchiature 2 Innanzitutto rimuovere i cavi di alimentazione ...

Page 27: ...laser contengono un diodo laser di Classe 3A o Classe 3B Tener presente quanto segue Aprendo l unità vengono emesse radiazioni laser Non fissare il fascio non guardarlo direttamente con strumenti ottici ed evitare l esposizione al fascio 18 kg 32 kg 55 kg ATTENZIONE Prestare attenzione nel sollevare l apparecchiatura ATTENZIONE Il pulsante di controllo dell alimentazione presente sull unità e l in...

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Page 29: ...nstalación mantenimiento o reconfiguración de este producto durante una tormenta eléctrica Conecte todos los cables de alimentación a tomas de corriente debidamente cableadas y conectadas a tierra Cualquier equipo que se conecte a este producto también debe conectarse a tomas de corriente debidamente cableadas Siempre que sea posible utilice una sola mano para conectar o desconectar los cables de ...

Page 30: ...sitivos PRECAUCIÓN Cuando sustituya una batería de litio utilice solamente una batería número de pieza 45C1566 u otra de tipo equivalente recomendada por el fabricante Si su sistema dispone de un módulo que contiene una batería de litio reemplácelo sólo con el mismo tipo de módulo del mismo fabricante La batería contiene litio y puede explotar si no se utiliza manipula o desecha correctamente No d...

Page 31: ...IÓN Adopte procedimientos seguros al levantar el equipo PRECAUCIÓN El botón de control de alimentación del dispositivo y el interruptor de alimentación de la fuente de alimentación no desconectan la corriente eléctrica suministrada al dispositivo Además el dispositivo podría tener más de un cable de alimentación Para suprimir toda la corriente eléctrica del dispositivo asegúrese de que todos los c...

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Page 33: ...ed 13 kg 28 66 lb Environment Air temperature Operating 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F Storage in original shipping package 40 C to 60 C 40 F to 140 F Storage without package 10 C to 60 C 14 F to 140 F Humidity Operating 20 to 80 non condensing Storage 20 to 90 non condensing Altitude Operating 15 2 to 3048 m 50 to 10 000 ft Storage 15 2 to 10 668 m 50 to 35 000 ft Electrical input Input voltage Low ra...

Page 34: ...trical input Input voltage Low range Minimum 100 V ac Maximum 127 V ac Input frequency 50 60 Hz High range Minimum 200 V ac Maximum 240 V ac Input frequency 50 60 Hz Lenovo programs Your computer comes with Lenovo programs to help you work more easily and securely Depending on the Windows operating system preinstalled the programs might vary Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating sys...

Page 35: ...anager Pro or ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software Lenovo Fingerprint Manager Pro or Lenovo Fingerprint Reader Lenovo Bluetooth Lock Lenovo Bluetooth Lock Lenovo Reach Lenovo Reach Lenovo SHAREit Lenovo SHAREit Lenovo Solution Center Lenovo System Health and Diagnostics Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools Password Manager Lenovo Password Vault PC Cloud Manager PC Cloud Manager Recover...

Page 36: ...te Technical support information is available on the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support This Web site is updated with the latest support information such as the following Drivers and software Diagnostic solutions Product and service warranty Product and parts details User guides and manuals Knowledge base and frequently asked questions 30 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance ...

Page 37: ... computer Look for displayed error codes Listen for beep codes Look for readable instructions or a main menu on the display If you did not receive the correct response proceed to step 6 on page 31 If you do receive the correct response proceed to step 7 on page 31 6 Look at the following conditions and follow the instructions If you hear beep codes during POST go to Beep symptoms on page 61 If the...

Page 38: ...dentical only if they 1 Are the exact machine type and models 2 Have the same BIOS level 3 Have the same adapters attachments in the same locations 4 Have the same address jumpers terminators cabling 5 Have the same software versions and levels 6 Have the same Diagnostic Diskettes version 7 Have the same configuration options set in the system 8 Have the same setup for the operating system control...

Page 39: ...re that it is switched on The power indicator on the front of the computer is on The computer voltage matches the voltage available at the electrical outlet for your country or region The monitor screen is blank Verify that The monitor signal cable is correctly connected to the monitor and to the appropriate monitor connector on the computer The monitor power cord is correctly connected to the mon...

Page 40: ...er are connected to properly grounded functioning electrical outlets 3 Verify that all attached devices are enabled in the BIOS settings of your computer For more information about accessing and changing the BIOS settings refer to your Using the Setup Utility program on page 53 4 Go to the Troubleshooting on page 35 and follow the instructions for the type of problem you are experiencing If the Tr...

Page 41: ...l safety information provided with your computer For your safety do not operate the computer with the cover removed 2 Run the diagnostic program to ensure that your computer is operating correctly 3 Reinstall the new hardware option or software following the manufacturer s instructions Select the problem your computer is experiencing from the following list Audio problems on page 35 CD problems on...

Page 42: ...ned to run in DOS the program does not use the Windows sound feature and must be configured to use SoundBlaster Pro or SoundBlaster emulation Verify that the audio device drivers are correctly installed See Microsoft Windows help system for more information If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Lenovo Support Web sit...

Page 43: ... action for A CD or DVD does not work on page 37 If this does not correct the problem follow the action for A CD or DVD does not work on page 37 A CD or DVD does not work Symptom A CD or DVD does not work Actions Verify that the disc is inserted correctly with its label up Ensure that the disc you are using is clean To remove dust or fingerprints wipe the disc clean with a soft cloth from the cent...

Page 44: ...ll not play Symptom DVD movie will not play Actions Ensure that the disc surface is clean and not scratched Check the disc or package for regional coding You might need to purchase a disc with coding for the region where you are using your computer If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Lenovo Support Web site on page...

Page 45: ...on the fan grill is not blocked there is air flow around the grill and the fans are working If airflow is blocked or the fans are not working the computer might overheat If SCSI devices are installed verify that the last external device in each SCSI chain is terminated correctly See your SCSI documentation If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you ne...

Page 46: ...vo Solution Center on page 51 Keyboard mouse or pointing device problems Select your symptom from the following list All or some keys on the keyboard do not work on page 40 The mouse or pointing device does not work on page 41 The pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse on page 41 The fingerprint reader does not work on page 42 The wireless keyboard does not work on page 42 All...

Page 47: ...Support Web site on page 30 Optical mouse This section provides instructions on how to clean an optical mouse An optical mouse uses a light emitting diode LED and an optical sensor to navigate the pointer If the pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the optical mouse you might need to clean the mouse To clean an optical mouse do the following 1 Turn off your computer 2 Disconnect the m...

Page 48: ...ect the transceiver and the keyboard Monitor problems Note Many monitors have status indicator lights and built in controls for adjusting brightness contrast width height and other picture adjustments However the controls vary from monitor type to monitor type For information about the status lights and using the controls refer to the documentation that comes with your monitor Select your symptom ...

Page 49: ... Attention Using a resolution or refresh rate that is not supported by your monitor might damage it Check the documentation that comes with your monitor to verify the supported refresh rates The monitor might be affected by interference from nearby equipment Magnetic fields around other devices such as transformers appliances fluorescent lights and other monitors might be causing the problem Move ...

Page 50: ... apparent reason on page 45 If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use a speed of 1000 Mbps the connection fails or errors occur on page 45 If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps Instead it connects at 100 Mbps on page 45 Your computer cannot connect to the network Symptom Your computer cannot connect to the network Actions Ensure t...

Page 51: ...n Symptom The adapter stops working for no apparent reason Action The network driver files may be corrupt or missing Update the driver by referring to the Solution description for the procedure to ensure that the correct device driver is installed The Wake on LAN feature is not working Symptom The Wake on LAN WOL feature is not working Actions Ensure that WOL is enabled in the BIOS Setup Utility p...

Page 52: ...you need technical assistance see Lenovo Support Web site on page 30 An option that previously worked does not work now Symptom An option that previously worked does not work now Actions Verify that all option hardware and cable connections are secure If the option comes with its own test instructions use those instructions to test the option If the failing option is a SCSI option verify that The ...

Page 53: ...n File Explorer 2 Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties 3 Click Disk Cleanup 4 A list of unnecessary file categories is displayed Select each file category you want to delete and then click OK Method 2 1 Open Control Panel 2 Click Programs 3 Click Turn Windows features on or off 4 A list of optional Windows components is displayed Follow the instructions on the screen Method 3 1...

Page 54: ... the Windows operating system runs Action Install additional memory For information about purchasing memory see Lenovo Support Web site on page 30 For step by step instructions on installing memory see Installing or replacing a memory module on page 88 If these actions do not correct the problem run the diagnostic programs see Lenovo Solution Center on page 51 for instructions If you need technica...

Page 55: ...re dates do not sort in the correct order Symptom When using a sort feature dates do not sort in the correct order Action Some software developed before the year 2000 used only the last two digits of a year to sort dates always assuming the first two digits were 19 Consequently these programs sort dates out of order Check with your software manufacturer to see if any updates are available Many sof...

Page 56: ...rt Web site on page 30 for details A wireless LAN problem Symptom You cannot connect using the built in wireless networking card Actions Ensure that your wireless LAN driver is the latest version Check the Web site and verify the driver version supported by Access Connections is the latest documented in the readme file Ensure that your computer is within range of a wireless access point Ensure tha...

Page 57: ...puter problems if your computer is running the Windows operating system Notes 1 Your computer is preinstalled with the Lenovo Solution Center program for diagnostic purposes For more information about the Lenovo Solution Center program see Lenovo Solution Center on page 51 2 If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the diagnostic program save and print the log fil...

Page 58: ...page 61 for error code descriptions and troubleshooting hints 2 Repeatedly press and release the F10 key when turning on the computer The main screen of the UEFI diagnostic program is displayed 3 Follow the instructions on the screen to use the diagnostic program The options on the main screen are as follows Table 2 Items on the main screen of the UEFI diagnostic program DIAGNOSTICS TOOLS LCD test...

Page 59: ...n you start the computer and you will be prompted to do one of the following Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program Note After you enter the Setup Utility program press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit The error message will not be displayed again Press F2 to bypass the error message and log in to the operating system Note Yo...

Page 60: ...ange any configuration settings Hard disk password Setting a hard disk password prevents unauthorized access to the data on the hard disk drive When a hard disk password is set you are prompted to enter a valid password each time you try to access the hard disk drive Notes After you set a hard disk password your data on the hard disk drive is protected even if the hard disk drive is removed from o...

Page 61: ... five seconds 7 Repeat step 1 through step 2 8 Move the Clear CMOS Recovery jumper back to the standard position pin 1 and pin 2 9 Reinstall the computer cover and connect the power cord See Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Enabling or disabling a device This section provides information on how to enable or disable user access to the following devices USB Setup Use this option to enabl...

Page 62: ...rs meet the eco design requirements of the ErP Lot 3 regulation For more information go to http www lenovo com ecodeclaration You can enable the energy related products directive ErP lowest power state LPS compliance mode in the Setup Utility program to reduce the consumption of electricity when your computer is in sleep or off mode To enable ErP LPS compliance mode in the Setup Utility program do...

Page 63: ... 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 53 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Power 3 Select Intelligent Cooling Engine ICE The Intelligent Cooling Engine ICE window is displayed 4 Select ICE Performance Mode The ICE Performance Mode window is displayed 5 Select Better Acoustic Performance or Better Thermal Performance as desired 6 Press F10...

Page 64: ...ity program main menu You might have to press Esc several times Do one of the following If you want to save the new settings press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program If you do not want to save the settings select Exit Discard Changes and Exit and then press Enter When the Reset Without Saving window shows select Yes and then press Enter to exit the Setup Utility program If you ...

Page 65: ...b 5 If appropriate use the arrow keys to select a Stripe Size in the Stripe Size field and press Tab 6 Type a volume size in the Capacity field and press Tab 7 Press Enter to initiate volume creation 8 When prompted press Y to accept the warning message and create the volume 9 Return to step 2 to create additional RAID volumes or select Exit and press Enter 10 Press Y when prompted to confirm the ...

Page 66: ... Reset Disks to Non RAID and press Enter 3 Use the arrow keys and the space key to mark individual physical hard disk drives to be reset and then press Enter to complete the selection 4 When prompted press Y to confirm the reset action 5 After completing the Reset Disks to Non RAID function you can See Deleting RAID volumes on page 59 for RAID volume deletion See Creating RAID volumes on page 59 f...

Page 67: ...rror FRU Action The start up drive is not in the boot sequence in configuration Check the configuration and ensure the start up drive is in the boot sequence No operating system installed on the boot drive Install an operating system on the boot drive The boot sector on the startup drive is corrupted The drive must be formatted Do the following 1 Attempt to back up the data on the failing hard dis...

Page 68: ... probably will not appear on the screen the next time you turn on the system Error code POST error message Description Action 0135 Fan failure The system might be overheating Press F10 to exit Note If the problem is caused by the microprocessor fan press F10 will not solve the problem 0211 Keyboard not found When there is no keyboard detected the error message will be displayed 0164 Memory size de...

Page 69: ... 4 Ensure network administrator is using correct MAC address 5 Ensure no interrupt or I O address conflicts 6 Network adapter advise network administrator of new MAC address Dead computer See Power supply problems on page 61 1 Power Supply 2 System Board Diskette drive in use light remains on or does not light when drive is active 1 Diskette Drive 2 System Board 3 Diskette Drive Cable Blank screen...

Page 70: ...rk administrator is using LCCM Hybrid RPL check startup sequence a First device network b Second device hard disk 2 Hard disk drive RPL computer does not RPL from server 1 Check startup sequence 2 Check the network adapter LED status Serial or parallel connector device failure system board connector 1 External Device Self Test OK 2 External Device 3 Cable 4 System Board Serial or parallel connecto...

Page 71: ...ive 3 Power on the computer to re test the system 4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter If all devices and adapters have been removed and the problem continues replace the system board See Replacing the system board on page 130 Chapter 6 Symptom to FRU index 65 ...

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Page 73: ...e front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer Figure 1 Front connector control and indicator locations 1 Optical drive eject close button 2 USB 3 0 connectors 2 3 Hard disk drive activity indicator 4 Power indicator 5 Power button 6 Microphone connector 7 Headphone connector 8 Card reader slot availab...

Page 74: ...0 connectors 2 7 Microphone connector 8 PCI PCI Express card area different cards provide different connectors 9 Audio line in connector 10 Optional serial connector 11 Cable lock slots 12 Padlock loop 13 Audio line out connector 14 Ethernet connector 15 PS 2 keyboard and mouse connectors available on some models 16 Security lock slot Note If your computer has a discrete graphics card a network in...

Page 75: ... keyboard connector optional Used to attach a keyboard that uses a Personal System 2 PS 2 keyboard connector PS 2 mouse connector optional Used to attach a mouse a trackball or other pointing devices that use a PS 2 mouse connector Serial connector Used to attach an external modem a serial printer or other devices that use a 9 pin serial connector USB 2 0 connector Used to attach a device that req...

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Page 77: ...r No No 4 Memory modules Yes No 5 Hard disk drive hybrid drive or solid state drive available on some models Yes No 6 Optical drive available on some models Yes No 6 Flex module available on some models No Yes 7 Card reader available on some models No No 8 Front audio and USB assembly Yes No 9 Front bezel Yes No 10 Power button No No 11 Thermal sensor available on some models No No 12 Front Wi Fi ...

Page 78: ...slot 2 DIMM2 8 Memory slot 3 DIMM3 9 Memory slot 4 DIMM4 10 Thermal sensor connector 11 Hard disk drive fan connector 12 4 pin SATA power connectors 13 14 pin power connector 14 eSATA connector 15 SATA connectors 16 Power fan connector 17 Front panel connector for connecting LED indicators and the power button 18 Front USB 3 0 connector for connecting USB connectors on the front panel 19 USB 2 0 c...

Page 79: ... the drive installed Refer to the appropriate section in Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs on page 83 for instructions on how to install or replace internal drives for your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays Figure 5 Drive bay locations 1 Primary optical drive bay with an optical drive or a flex module installed in some models 2 Secondary optical drive bay with an opt...

Page 80: ...ration shows the locations of the connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer Figure 6 Front connector control and indicator locations 1 Optical drive eject close button 2 Power indicator 3 Power button 4 Hard disk drive activity indicator 5 USB 3 0 connector 6 Microphone connector 7 Headphone connector 8 USB 3 0 connector 74 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 81: ...mouse connectors in some models 15 Security lock slot 16 Padlock loop Note If your computer has a discrete graphics card a network interface card or an audio card installed in one of the PCI card slots ensure that you use the connectors on the card instead of the corresponding connectors on the computer Connector Description Audio line in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external au...

Page 82: ...m a serial printer or other devices that use a 9 pin serial connector USB 3 0 connector Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2 0 connector such as a USB keyboard a USB mouse a USB scanner or a USB printer If you have more than eight USB devices you can purchase a USB hub which you can use to connect additional USB devices USB 3 0 connector Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2 0 or ...

Page 83: ...major FRUs and CRUs The following table lists the major FRUs shown in Figure 8 Locating major FRUs and CRUs on page 77 and identifies which FRUs are also self service CRUs or optional service CRUs Chapter 7 Locations 77 ...

Page 84: ... 25 inch assembly available on some models No Yes 5 Front Wi Fi antenna available on some models No Yes 6 Card reader available on some models No No 7 Front audio and USB assembly Yes No 8 Front bezel Yes No 9 Power button No No 10 System fan No Yes 11 Internal speaker available on some models No No 12 Thermal sensor No No 13 Cover presence switch also called intrusion switch available on some mod...

Page 85: ...ATA connector 15 SATA connectors 16 Power fan connector 17 Front panel connector for connecting LED indicators and the power button 18 Front USB 3 0 connector for connecting USB connectors on the front panel 19 USB 2 0 connector or card reader connector 20 USB hardware disable header 21 Clear CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor Recovery jumper 22 Serial COM2 connector 23 Internal speaker ...

Page 86: ...tion in Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs on page 83 for instructions on how to install or replace internal drives for your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays Figure 10 Drive bay locations 1 Optical drive bay The optical drive bays support the following three devices Depending on your computer model one of them might be installed Optical drive 5 25 inch cage assembly ...

Page 87: ...y 3 Secondary hard disk drive bay A 2 5 inch hard disk drive or solid state drive might be installed in this bay 4 Primary hard disk drive bay A 3 5 inch hard disk drive 3 5 inch hybrid drive or 2 5 inch solid state drive might be installed in this bay Chapter 7 Locations 81 ...

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Page 89: ...stalling or replacing an option use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option Removing the computer cover Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 CAUTION Before you open the computer cover turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool To remove the...

Page 90: ...e sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 To remove and reinstall the front bezel do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 ...

Page 91: ...replacing a PCI card Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card Your computer has one standard PCI card slot one PCI Express x1 card slot one PCI Express x16 card slot negotiable link width x4 x1 and one PCI Express x16 graphics card slot graphics card availabl...

Page 92: ...3 At the rear of the computer press the release button 1 to open the card latch 2 Figure 13 Opening the PCI card latch 86 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 93: ...all amount until it is removed from the card slot b If the card is held in place by a retaining latch disengage the card retaining latch on the PCI card slot Then grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot Figure 15 Disengaging the card retaining latch 5 Remove the new PCI card from its static protective package 6 Install the new card into the appropriate slot on the system board See Locati...

Page 94: ...u should consider when installing or removing a memory module The X mark indicates the memory slot s into which the memory module s should be installed in different situations The numbers 1 2 3 and 4 indicate the installation sequence To locate the memory module slots see Locating parts on the system board on page 72 UDIMM DIMM 1 DIMM 2 DIMM 3 DIMM 4 One UDIMM X Two UDIMMs X 1 X 2 Three UDIMMs X 3...

Page 95: ... 6 Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a memory module do one of the following If you are replacing an old memory module open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot Figure 17 Removing a memory module If you are installing a memory module open the retaining clips of the memory slot into which you want to install the memory module Figure 18 Open...

Page 96: ...l one or both of them might be installed Optical drive 5 25 inch flex module equipped with some or all of the following components Slim optical drive Card reader eSATA connector IEEE 1394 connector For detailed information about the installation and replacement of devices in the 5 25 inch flex module see Installing or replacing a device in the 5 25 inch flex module on page 93 This section provides...

Page 97: ... lift the retainer out of the chassis Figure 20 Removing the optical drive retainer from the computer If you are replacing an optical drive do the following a Disconnect cables from the rear of the optical drive press the release button 1 and then slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer Figure 21 Removing the optical drive b Remove the optical drive retainer from the left side of ...

Page 98: ... 23 Installing the optical drive 7 Connect any required cables For the optical drive connect the power cable and the signal cable to the rear of the optical drive Figure 24 Connecting the cables to the rear of the new optical drive What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement ...

Page 99: ...r IEEE 1394 connector in the flex module on page 97 Installing or replacing a slim optical drive in the flex module To install or replace a slim optical drive in the flex module do the following 1 Slide the flex module out of the front of the computer See Installing or replacing a device in the optical drive bay on page 90 2 Lift the clip on the side of the flex module upward and slide the flex mo...

Page 100: ...all the screws to secure the clip on the side of the new slim optical drive Figure 28 Installing the clip of the slim optical drive in the flex module 5 Slide the new slim optical drive with the clip into the flex module until the slim optical drive snaps into position Figure 29 Installing the slim optical drive in the flex module 94 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 101: ...ment on page 142 Installing or replacing a card reader in the flex module To install or replace a card reader in the flex module do the following 1 Slide the flex module out of the front of the computer See Installing or replacing a device in the optical drive bay on page 90 2 Lift the clip on the side of the flex module upward and slide the flex module cover to the rear of the flex module to remo...

Page 102: ...rd reader from the bracket Figure 33 Removing the card reader from the card reader retaining bracket 4 To install the a new card reader into the card reader retaining bracket align the four holes in the card reader with the corresponding studs on the bracket and then press the new card reader downward until it snaps into position Figure 34 Installing the card reader into the card reader retaining ...

Page 103: ... position Figure 36 Reinstalling the flex module cover 7 Connect the card reader cable to the USB 2 0 connector or card reader connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Installing or...

Page 104: ... IEEE 1394 connector do the following a Disconnect the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable from the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 b Press the two clips toward each other as shown to pull the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector out of the flex module Figure 38 Removing the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector in the flex module 98 ThinkStation P300 Har...

Page 105: ...m of the flex module cover engage the rails on the flex module Then push the cover to the front of the flex module until it snaps into position Figure 40 Reinstalling the flex module cover 7 Connect the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable to the corresponding connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 What to do next To work with another piece of hardw...

Page 106: ...sembly and slide the front audio and USB assembly to the right as shown to remove it from the chassis Figure 41 Removing the front audio and USB assembly 7 Route the cables of the new front audio and USB assembly through the corresponding square hole in the front of the chassis Then position the new front audio and USB assembly into the chassis and slide it to the left as shown Install the screw t...

Page 107: ...e two screws to secure the card reader Figure 43 Installing the card reader 6 Install the front audio and USB assembly into the chassis See Replacing the front audio and USB assembly on page 99 7 Connect the card reader cable to the USB 2 0 connector or card reader connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 8 Reinstall the front bezel See Removing and reinstall...

Page 108: ...io and USB assembly Figure 44 Removing the card reader 8 Install the new card reader into the card reader slot from the rear of the front audio and USB assembly Then install the two screws to secure the card reader Note Carefully handle the card reader by its edges Figure 45 Installing the new card reader 9 Install the front audio and USB assembly into the chassis See Replacing the front audio and...

Page 109: ... in the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide for information about replacing and disposing of the battery To replace the battery do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer co...

Page 110: ...tories UL certification CAUTION Hazardous moving parts Keep fingers and other body parts away CAUTION Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached Hazardous voltage current and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached There are no serviceable parts inside these components If you suspect a problem with one of these par...

Page 111: ...xt To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 CAUTION The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot Before you open the computer...

Page 112: ...to gently twist the heat sink and fan assembly to free it from the microprocessor Do not touch the thermal grease while handling the heat sink and fan assembly 8 Position the new heat sink and fan assembly on the system board so that the four screws are aligned with the holes on the system board Note Position the new heat sink and fan assembly so that the heat sink and fan assembly cable is toward...

Page 113: ...ly available in some models To replace the internal speaker do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Locate the internal speaker connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 4 Disconnect the internal speaker cable from the system board 5...

Page 114: ...Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the thermal sensor To replace the thermal sensor do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Remove the front bezel See Remov...

Page 115: ...holder of the thermal sensor downward and then push the clip outward to release the clip Then disengage the plastic holder holding the thermal sensor from the chassis Figure 52 Removing the thermal sensor 7 Pull the entire thermal sensor out of the chassis Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 109 ...

Page 116: ...ion or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Replacing the microprocessor Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor CAUTION The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot Before you open the computer cover turn off the computer and wa...

Page 117: ...se on the bottom of it does not get in contact with anything 6 Lift the small handle 1 and open the retainer 2 to access the microprocessor 3 Figure 54 Accessing the microprocessor 7 Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket Notes Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated Touch only the edges of the microprocessor Do not touch the g...

Page 118: ...the microprocessor socket Note The small triangle 3 on one corner of the new microprocessor is the microprocessor orientation indicator The new microprocessor is in the correct orientation when this indicator points to the beveled corner 4 of the microprocessor socket Figure 56 Installing the microprocessor 11 Close the microprocessor retainer and lock it into position with the small handle to sec...

Page 119: ...e solid state drive do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Install the solid state drive into the storage converter shipped with the solid state drive Then install the four screws to secure the solid state drive to th...

Page 120: ...sk drive on page 119 6 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the solid state drive What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Installing or replacing the mSATA solid state drive The mSATA solid state drive is only available on some models This section p...

Page 121: ...secure the mSATA solid state drive to the storage converter Figure 60 Installing the screws to secure the mSATA solid state drive 3 Slide the storage converter into the mSATA solid state drive bay until it snaps into position Then install the screw to secure the storage converter to the chassis Figure 61 Installing the storage converter with mSATA solid state drive into the chassis 4 Connect the s...

Page 122: ...to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 84 4 Locate the mSATA solid state drive See Locating major FRUs and CRUs on page 69 5 Disconnect the signal cable and power cable from the mSATA solid state drive 6 Remove the screw that secures the storage converter for the mSATA sol...

Page 123: ...ve insert the mSATA solid state drive into the mini PCI Express slot on the storage converter and then press the mSATA solid state drive downward Figure 65 Installing the mSATA solid state drive into the storage converter 10 Install the two screws to secure the mSATA solid state drive to the storage converter Figure 66 Installing the screws to secure the mSATA solid state drive Chapter 8 Replacing...

Page 124: ...d and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 To replace the primary hard disk drive do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Locate the p...

Page 125: ...nnect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Replacing the secondary hard disk drive Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 Not...

Page 126: ...from the hard disk drive 5 Pull the blue handle to release and remove the hard disk drive from the hard disk drive cage Figure 71 Removing the secondary hard disk drive 6 Flex the sides of the blue bracket to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket 7 To install a new hard disk drive into the blue bracket flex the bracket and align pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 and pin 4 on the bracket with the correspondi...

Page 127: ... secondary optical drive bay in your computer To install a tertiary 3 5 inch hard disk drive or a 2 5 inch solid state drive do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer c...

Page 128: ...e hard disk drive to the 5 25 inch optical drive bracket Figure 74 Installing the tertiary hard disk drive Install the solid state drive into the 5 25 inch optical drive bracket To install the solid state drive into the 5 25 inch optical drive bracket do the following 122 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 129: ...lid state drive into the storage converter b Install the solid state drive with the storage converter into the 5 25 inch optical drive bracket Then fully tighten the four screws to secure the solid state drive with the storage converter to the 5 25 inch optical drive bracket Figure 76 Installing the solid state drive with the storage converter Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 123 ...

Page 130: ...ket snaps into position Figure 78 Installing the optical drive bracket 8 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive or solid state drive Figure 79 Connecting the hard disk drive or solid state drive What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on p...

Page 131: ...el on page 84 4 Disconnect the front fan assembly cable from the power fan connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 5 The front fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts Remove the front fan assembly by breaking or cutting the rubber mounts and gently pulling the front fan assembly out of the chassis Note The new front fan assembly will ha...

Page 132: ...nnected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Locate the rear fan assembly See Locating major FRUs and CRUs on page 69 4 Disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the system fan connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 5 The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts Remove the rear ...

Page 133: ...on Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 To replace the power button do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 84 4 Locate the ...

Page 134: ...rew to secure the power button to the front bezel Figure 85 Installing the power button 8 Reconnect the power button cable to the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 9 Reinstall the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 84 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or repla...

Page 135: ... the cover presence switch connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 6 Remove the screw that secures the cover presence switch and remove the cover presence switch from the chassis Figure 86 Removing the cover presence switch 7 Position the new cover presence switch so that the screw hole in the cover presence switch is aligned with the corresponding hole in t...

Page 136: ...the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board 4 Remove all memory modules and PCI cards that are currently installed See Instal...

Page 137: ...ing the eight screws that secure the system board 8 Slide the system board to the front of the computer and then carefully lift the system board out of the chassis 9 Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board See Replacing the microprocessor on page 110 Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 131 ...

Page 138: ... Installing or replacing a memory module on page 88 and Installing or replacing a PCI card on page 85 13 Refer to your record to connect cables to the new system board You also can refer to Locating parts on the system board on page 72 to help you locate the connectors on the system board and connect cables 14 To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on pa...

Page 139: ... FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the Wi Fi units The Wi Fi units include a Wi Fi adapter card a Wi Fi card module and a rear Wi Fi antenna cable Replacing the Wi Fi units involves the following operations Removing the Wi Fi adapter card on page 133 Removing the Wi Fi card module on page 135 Installing th...

Page 140: ...ecting the Bluetooth cable Note The Bluetooth cable connects the Bluetooth connector on the Wi Fi adapter card to the front USB connector on the system board to support the Bluetooth function 4 At the rear of the computer press the release button 1 to open the PCI card latch 2 Figure 92 Opening the PCI card latch 134 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 141: ...essary alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot Removing the Wi Fi card module To remove the Wi Fi card module do the following 1 Remove the Wi Fi adapter card from the computer and then disconnect the front and rear Wi Fi antenna cables from the Wi Fi card module Figure 94 Removing the Wi Fi antenna cables Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 135 ...

Page 142: ...e screws that secure the Wi Fi card module 3 Pull the Wi Fi card module out of the mini PCI Express slot to remove it from the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 96 Removing the Wi Fi card module Installing the Wi Fi units To install the Wi Fi units do the following 136 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 143: ...e Wi Fi card module into the mini PCI Express slot and then install the two screws to secure the Wi Fi card module to the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 97 Installing the Wi Fi card module Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 137 ...

Page 144: ... USB connector on the system board 5 Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 99 Installing the Wi Fi adapter card What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Installing or removing the rear Wi Fi antenna Important Before...

Page 145: ...cement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 142 Removing the rear Wi Fi antenna To remove the rear Wi Fi antenna do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Straighten the rear Wi Fi antenna so that it can be mor...

Page 146: ... cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 83 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 84 4 Peel off the paper that protects the sticker on the front antenna Figure 102 Peeling off the paper that protects the sticker 5 Stick the front antenna to the front panel as shown Then insert the front a...

Page 147: ...page 83 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 84 4 Disconnect the front antenna cable from the Wi Fi card module 5 Remove the front antenna and cable from the front of the computer Figure 104 Removing the front Wi Fi antenna What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to...

Page 148: ...the computer cover and reconnect cables Depending on the parts you installed or replaced you might need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program Refer to Using the Setup Utility program on page 53 To reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables to your computer do the following 1 Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screw...

Page 149: ...most areas of the world Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit CRU Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers that are not preinstalled in your operating system at http www lenovo com support Installation instructions are provided in readme files with the device dr...

Page 150: ... computer is cool To remove the computer cover do the following 1 Remove any media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer 2 Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 3 Disconnect the power cord Input Output cables and any other cables that are connected to the computer 4 Remove any locking device that secures the computer cover such as a padlock or a Kensington...

Page 151: ...lectrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the top of the front bezel and pivoting the front bezel outward to remove it from the computer Figure 108 Removing the front bezel 4 To reinstall the front bezel align the three plastic tabs on the top of the front bezel with the corresponding ho...

Page 152: ...y module Your computer has four slots for installing or replacing DDR3 UDIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 32 GB system memory When installing or replacing a memory module use 4 GB or 8 GB DDR3 UDIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of 32 GB The following table provides information about the memory module installation rules that you should consider when installing or removing a memory module...

Page 153: ...ory module open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot Figure 110 Removing a memory module If you are installing a memory module open the retaining clips of the memory slot into which you want to install the memory module Figure 111 Opening the retaining clips Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 147 ...

Page 154: ...lacement on page 223 Installing or replacing a PCI card Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card Your computer has one PCI card slot one PCI Express x1 card slot one PCI Express x16 card slot negotiable link width x4 x1 and one PCI Express x16 graphics card s...

Page 155: ...into the card slot If necessary alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot If the card is held in place by a retaining latch disengage the card retaining latch on the PCI card slot Then grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot Figure 114 Disengaging the card retaining latch 5 Remove the new PCI card from its static protective package 6 Ins...

Page 156: ...n on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace the card reader Note The card reader is only available in some models For new installation see Installing the card reader on page 150 For replacement see Replacing the card reader on page 153 Installing the card reader To install the card reader do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from e...

Page 157: ...ivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 116 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6 Install the new card reader into the card reader bracket Then install the two screws to secure the card reader to the bracket Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 151 ...

Page 158: ...n the screw hole in the bracket with the corresponding hole in the chassis Figure 117 Installing the card reader 8 Install the screw to secure the card reader bracket to the chassis Figure 118 Installing the screw that secures the card reader 152 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 159: ...rn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 4 Locate the card reader See Locating major FRUs and CRUs on page 76 5 Press the release tab 1 as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 119 Pivoting the dr...

Page 160: ... reader to the bracket 9 Install the card reader bracket to the chassis Then push the bracket to the left to align the screw hole in the bracket with the corresponding hole in the chassis Figure 121 Installing the card reader 10 Install the screw to secure the card reader bracket to the chassis 154 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 161: ...s parallel connector assignments configuration A battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life however no battery lasts forever If the battery fails the date time and configuration information including passwords are lost An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer Refer to the Lithi...

Page 162: ... Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Installing or replacing the mSATA solid state drive Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace the mSATA solid state drive Note The mSATA solid state drive is only available in some models For new installation see Installing t...

Page 163: ...wn and pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 125 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6 Insert the mSATA solid state drive into the mini PCI Express slot on the storage converter and then press the mSATA solid state drive downward Figure 126 Installing the mSATA solid state drive into the storage converter Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 157 ...

Page 164: ...verter with the corresponding hole in the chassis Then install the screw to secure the mSATA solid state drive storage converter to the chassis Figure 128 Installing the mSATA solid state drive 9 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the mSATA solid state drive What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement...

Page 165: ...ver See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 4 Locate the card reader drive bay 5 Press the release tab 1 as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 129 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6 Disconnect the signal cable and power cable from the mSATA solid state drive Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 159 ...

Page 166: ...ive storage converter from the chassis Figure 130 Removing the mSATA solid state drive storage converter 8 Remove the two screws that secure the mSATA solid state drive from the storage converter Figure 131 Removing the screws that secure the mSATA solid state drive 160 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 167: ...SATA solid state drive into the mini PCI Express slot on the storage converter and then press the mSATA solid state drive downward Figure 133 Installing the mSATA solid state drive into the storage converter 11 Install the two screws to secure the mSATA solid state drive to the storage converter Figure 134 Installing the screws that secure the mSATA solid state drive Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 161 ...

Page 168: ...ling or replacing a device in the optical drive bay Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace an optical drive Note The following instructions also apply to a 5 25 inch flex module or 5 25 inch cage assembly To install or replace an optical drive do the following 1 Remov...

Page 169: ...ing a Remove the metal static shield from the bay b Locate the optical drive retainer from the left side of the computer Push the optical drive retainer downwards to unlock the retainer Then lift the optical drive retainer out of the chassis If you are replacing an optical drive do the following a Disconnect all cables from the rear of the optical drive Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 163 ...

Page 170: ...f the rear of the bay Then remove the optical drive retainer from the left side of the optical drive Figure 137 Removing the optical drive 6 Install the optical drive retainer on the side of the new optical drive Figure 138 Installing the optical drive retainer 164 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 171: ...stand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to a device in the 5 25 inch flex module Installing and replacing a device in the 5 25 inch flex module involves the following operations Installing or replacing a slim optical drive in the flex module on page 165 Installing or replacing a card reader in the flex module on page 168 Installing or replacing an eSA...

Page 172: ...old slim optical drive do the following a press the tab as shown to remove the slim optical drive out of the flex module Figure 141 Removing the slim optical drive in the flex module b Remove the screws that secure the clip to remove the clip from the side of the slim optical drive Figure 142 Removing the clip of the slim optical drive in the flex module 166 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance ...

Page 173: ...dule until the slim optical drive snaps into position Figure 144 Installing the slim optical drive in the flex module 6 Position the flex module cover on the flex module so that the rail guides on the bottom of the flex module cover engage the rails on the flex module Then push the cover to the front of the flex module until it snaps into position Figure 145 Reinstalling the flex module cover Chap...

Page 174: ...vice in the optical drive bay on page 162 2 Lift the clip on the side of the flex module upward and slide the flex module cover to the rear of the flex module to remove the cover Figure 146 Removing the flex module cover 3 If you are replacing a card reader do the following a Disconnect the card reader cable from the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 b Pull the clip as...

Page 175: ...rresponding studs on the bracket and then press the new card reader downward until it snaps into position Figure 149 Installing the card reader into the card reader retaining bracket 5 Note the orientation of the new card reader and route the card reader cable into the cable clip Hold the clip on the card reader retaining bracket to insert the new card reader into the card reader slot in flex modu...

Page 176: ... complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Installing or replacing an eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector in the flex module To install or replace an eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector in the flex module do the following 1 Slide the flex module out of the front of the computer See Installing or replacing a device in the optical drive bay on ...

Page 177: ...ctor or IEEE 1394 connector in the flex module 4 Note the orientation of the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector and route the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable into the cable clip 5 Place the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector into the metal retainer Then insert the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector into the corresponding slot in the flex module as shown Figure 154 Installi...

Page 178: ...ion on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to a device in the 5 25 inch cage assembly Installing and replacing a device in the 5 25 inch cage assembly involves the following operations Installing or replacing a slim optical drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly on page 172 Installing or replacing a hard disk drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly on page 174 Installing or replacing a sli...

Page 179: ...e the slim optical drive out of the front of the 5 25 inch cage assembly Figure 156 Removing the slim optical drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly b Remove the two screws that secure the slim optical drive retainer Figure 157 Removing the slim optical drive retainer Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 173 ...

Page 180: ...g the slim optical drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Installing or replacing a hard disk drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly To install or replace a slim optical drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly do the following ...

Page 181: ...ve slide the new hard disk drive into the 5 25 inch cage assembly from the rear of the 5 25 inch cage assembly Then install the four screws to secure the new hard disk drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly Figure 161 Installing the hard disk drive in the 5 25 inch cage assembly What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or repla...

Page 182: ...the fan from the 5 25 inch cage assembly 3 To install a new cage assembly fan align the four holes in the new fan with the corresponding tabs on the fan bracket until the new fan is secured in place Figure 163 Installing the fan in the cage assembly What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the ...

Page 183: ...im optical drive conversion board Then pivot the slim optical drive conversion board to remove it out of the 5 25 inch cage assembly Figure 164 Removing the slim optical drive conversion board 5 Install the new slim optical drive conversion board into the 5 25 inch cage assembly Then install the two screws to secure the new slim optical drive conversion board Figure 165 Installing the slim optical...

Page 184: ...els For new installation see Installing the solid state drive on page 178 For replacement see Replacing the solid state drive on page 179 Installing the solid state drive Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install the 2 5 inch solid state drive To install the solid state drive do th...

Page 185: ...o complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Replacing the solid state drive Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 To replace the solid state drive do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords...

Page 186: ... the storage converter from the bracket Figure 168 Removing the storage converter from the 3 5 inch hard disk drive bracket 7 Remove the four screws that secure the solid state drive Then lift the solid state drive out of the storage converter Figure 169 Removing the solid state drive from the storage converter 180 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 187: ...n 4 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the storage converter Figure 171 Installing the storage converter with the new solid state drive into the hard disk drive bracket 10 Install the storage converter with the bracket into the hard disk drive bay See Replacing the primary hard disk drive on page 201 or Replacing the secondary hard disk drive on page 203 11 Connect the signal cable and...

Page 188: ...ical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 4 Locate the front audio and USB assembly See Locating major FRUs and CRUs on page 76 5 Press the release tab 1 as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 172 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6 Disconnect the fron...

Page 189: ...o connector and the front USB connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 72 13 Reinstall the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 84 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Replacing the system fan...

Page 190: ...and lifting the system fan out of the chassis Note The new system fan will have four new rubber mounts attached Figure 175 Removing the system fan 7 Install the new system fan by aligning the new rubber mounts that came with the new system fan with the corresponding holes in the chassis and then push the rubber mounts through the holes Then carefully pull on the tips of the rubber mounts from the ...

Page 191: ... the heat sink and fan assembly Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink and fan assembly CAUTION The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot Before you open the computer cover turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool To replace ...

Page 192: ...1 b Partially remove screw 3 then fully remove screw 4 and then fully remove screw 3 Note Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage to the system board The four screws cannot be removed from the heat sink and fan assembly Figure 177 Screws that secure the heat sink and fan assembly 7 Lift the failing heat sink and fan assembly off the system board Notes Yo...

Page 193: ...s to secure the new heat sink and fan assembly Do not over tighten the screws a Partially tighten screw 1 then fully tighten screw 2 and then fully tighten screw 1 b Partially tighten screw 3 then fully tighten screw 4 and then fully tighten screw 3 11 Connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page...

Page 194: ...some models To replace the internal speaker do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 4 Locate the internal speaker connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on pag...

Page 195: ...ure 181 Removing the internal speaker 8 Position the new internal speaker into the four metal clips 1 and push the internal speaker downward until it is secured in place Figure 182 Installing a new internal speaker 9 Connect the internal speaker cable to the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 79 Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 189 ...

Page 196: ... and other body parts away CAUTION Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached Hazardous voltage current and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached There are no serviceable parts inside these components If you suspect a problem with one of these parts contact a service technician To replace the power supply assembl...

Page 197: ...pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 184 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6 Record the cable routing and cable connections Then disconnect the power supply assembly cables from all drives and from power connectors 1 2 and 3 on the system board Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 191 ...

Page 198: ...he chassis 8 At the rear of the computer remove the three screws that secure the power supply assembly Press the power supply clip 1 downward to release the power supply assembly and then slide the power supply assembly to the front of the computer Lift the power supply assembly out of the computer 192 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 199: ... Install the new power supply assembly into the chassis so that the screw holes in the new power supply assembly are aligned with the corresponding holes in the rear of the chassis Then install the three screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place Note Use only screws provided by Lenovo Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 193 ...

Page 200: ...on the system board on page 79 12 Press the release tab 1 as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly downward Figure 188 Pivoting the drive bay assembly downward 13 Position the heat sink fan duct on the top of the heat sink as shown Then press the heat sink fan duct straight down until it snaps into position 194 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 201: ...er 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the power button To replace the power button do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 4 Locate the powe...

Page 202: ...bly upward 6 Disconnect the power button cable from the power button connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 79 7 Push the power button inward through the hole to disengage it from the chassis Figure 191 Removing the power button 196 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 203: ...arts replacement on page 223 Replacing the cover presence switch Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the cover presence switch also known as intrusion switch To replace the cover presence switch do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from elec...

Page 204: ... Installing the cover presence switch 8 Reconnect the cover presence switch cable to the cover presence switch connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 79 9 Reinstall the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replac...

Page 205: ...hed devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Place a soft clean towel or cloth on the desk or other flat surface Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay it down so that the screen is against the surface and the cover is facing up 3 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover ...

Page 206: ...is is important when installing a new microprocessor on the system board Figure 196 Noting the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket c Touch only the sides of the microprocessor Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom d Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible Figure 197 Removing the microprocessor 7 Ma...

Page 207: ... the heat sink and fan assembly on page 185 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Replacing the primary hard disk drive Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructi...

Page 208: ... hard disk drive 6 Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive 7 Pull the blue handle to slide the hard disk drive out of the drive cage Figure 200 Removing the primary hard disk drive 8 Flex the sides of the blue bracket to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket 202 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 209: ... drive into the drive cage until it snaps into position Figure 202 Installing the primary hard disk drive 11 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Replacing the secondary hard disk drive...

Page 210: ...ter cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 4 Press the release tab 1 as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 203 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5 Locate the secondary hard disk drive 6 Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive 7 Remove the cable clip ...

Page 211: ...t onto the bottom of the primary hard disk drive bay so that the tabs on the bay pass through the holes in the bracket Figure 205 Positioning the bracket onto the bottom of the primary hard disk drive bay 9 Slide the secondary hard disk drive bracket to the left of the chassis until it snaps into position and the screw hole 1 in the bracket is aligned with the screw hole in the bay 2 Chapter 8 Rep...

Page 212: ...hard disk drive bracket 10 Install the screw to secure the secondary hard disk drive bracket to the chassis Figure 207 Installing the screw to secure the secondary hard disk drive bracket 206 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 213: ...ge until it snaps into position Figure 209 Installing the secondary hard disk drive 13 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new secondary hard disk drive What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Replacing the system board Important Before you rep...

Page 214: ...ter cover on page 144 4 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 5 Press the release tab 1 as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 210 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 6 Remove all memory modules and PCI cards that are currently installed See Installing or replacing a memory module on page 146 and Installing or replacing a PCI card on p...

Page 215: ...ng the eight screws that secure the system board 10 Slide the system board to the front of the computer and then carefully lift the system board out of the chassis 11 Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board See Replacing the microprocessor on page 199 Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 209 ...

Page 216: ... Installing or replacing a memory module on page 146 and Installing or replacing a PCI card on page 148 15 Refer to your record to connect cables to the new system board You also can refer to Locating parts on the system board on page 79 to help you locate the connectors on the system board and connect cables 16 To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on ...

Page 217: ... read and understand Chapter 1 Safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the thermal sensor To replace the thermal sensor do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel...

Page 218: ... 214 Removing the thermal sensor 9 Pull the entire thermal sensor out of the chassis 10 Insert the connector and cable of the new thermal sensor into the left hole 1 in the chassis Then align the two tabs on the plastic holder holding the thermal sensor with the two holes 1 and 2 in the chassis and press the plastic holder until it snaps into position Figure 215 Installing the new thermal sensor 2...

Page 219: ...odule and a rear Wi Fi antenna cable Replacing the Wi Fi units involves the following operations Removing the Wi Fi adapter card on page 213 Removing the Wi Fi card module on page 214 Installing the Wi Fi units on page 215 Removing the Wi Fi adapter card To remove a Wi Fi adapter card do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the compu...

Page 220: ...card slot If necessary alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot Removing the Wi Fi card module To remove the Wi Fi card module do the following 1 Remove the Wi Fi adapter card from the computer and then disconnect the front and rear Wi Fi antenna cables from the Wi Fi card module Figure 218 Removing the Wi Fi antenna cables 214 ThinkStation P300 ...

Page 221: ...emoving the screws that secure the Wi Fi card module 3 Pull the Wi Fi card module out of the mini PCI Express slot to remove it from the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 220 Removing the Wi Fi card module Installing the Wi Fi units To install the Wi Fi units do the following Chapter 8 Replacing FRUs 215 ...

Page 222: ...d module into the mini PCI Express slot and then install the two screws to secure the Wi Fi card module to the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 221 Installing the Wi Fi card module 216 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 223: ...le supports the Bluetooth function use a Bluetooth cable to connect the Bluetooth connector on the Wi Fi adapter card to the front USB connector on the system board 5 Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 223 Installing the Wi Fi adapter card What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installati...

Page 224: ...i antenna do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 144 3 Remove the front bezel See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 145 4 Press the release tab 1 as shown and pivot the drive bay assembly upward Figure 224 Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward 5 Peel off the...

Page 225: ...o the Wi Fi card module What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Removing the front Wi Fi antenna To remove the front Wi Fi antenna do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See R...

Page 226: ...d 5 Disconnect the front antenna cable from the Wi Fi card module 6 Remove the front antenna and cable from the front of the computer Figure 228 Removing the front Wi Fi antenna What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 220 ThinkStation P300 Hardware Maintenance...

Page 227: ... antenna cable connector attached on the rear of the computer 3 Adjust the angle of the rear antenna to lower the risk of breaking the antenna by accident 3 4 5 6 7 8 Figure 229 Installing the rear Wi Fi antenna What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 223 Removing...

Page 228: ...age 1 This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard or mouse To replace the keyboard or mouse do the following 1 Disconnect the old keyboard cable or mouse cable from the computer 2 Connect a new keyboard or mouse to one of the USB connectors on the computer Depending on where you want to connect the new keyboard or mouse see Locating connectors controls and indicators on the f...

Page 229: ...ables to your computer do the following 1 Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer See Locating major FRUs and CRUs on page 76 for the locations of various components in your computer 2 If you have removed the front bezel reinstall it 3 Ensure that the cables are routed correctly before reinstalling the computer cove...

Page 230: ...ds to the computer See Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 75 9 To update your configuration refer to Using the Setup Utility program on page 53 Note In most areas of the world Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit CRU Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives Obtaining device drivers You can obt...

Page 231: ... board After you replace the system board the VPD must be updated To update the VPD see Flash update procedures on page 225 BIOS levels An incorrect level of BIOS can cause false errors and unnecessary FRU replacement Use the following information to determine the current level of BIOS installed in the computer the latest BIOS available for the computer and where to obtain the latest level of BIOS...

Page 232: ...ing N However if you do want to change the machine type and model press Y and then type in the machine type and model and press Enter 9 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update After the update is completed remove the disc from the optical drive 10 Restart your computer and start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 53 11 From the Setup Utili...

Page 233: ... Boot block Recovery 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Place a soft clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay it down so that the screen is against the surface and the cover is fac...

Page 234: ...her a single event or a daily event Wake on LAN If the computer has a properly configured token ring or Ethernet LAN adapter card that is Wake on LAN enabled and there is remote network management software you can use the Wake on LAN feature When you set Wake on LAN to Enabled the computer will turn on when it receives a specific signal from another computer on the local area network LAN To enable...

Page 235: ...and number of DIMMs installed Refer to the following table for the information on the supported system memory speed for your own computer model Table 3 DIMM type and speed PC3 12800 1 5 V Microprocessor model Memory frequency Intel i5 4570 i5 4670 i7 4770 Intel Xeon E3 1220V3 E3 1225V3 E3 1230V3 E3 1240V3 E3 1245V3 E3 1270V3 E3 1275V3 E3 1280V3 1600 MHz Table 4 DIMM type and speed PC3 12800E 1 5 V...

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Page 237: ...e publication Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time without notice The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons The information contained in this document does not affect or change Len...

Page 238: ...thorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited European conformance CE mark Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States other countries or both Lenovo Rescue and Recovery The Lenovo logo The ThinkStation logo ThinkStation ThinkVantage Microsoft Windows and Windows Media are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies Intel a...

Page 239: ...gram 51 diagnostics troubleshooting 33 DisplayPort connector 69 76 drivers device 143 224 drives bays 73 80 specifications 73 80 E environment operating 27 28 Ethernet connector 69 76 exiting Setup Utility 58 F failure recovering from POST BIOS 227 flashing the BIOS 226 front connectors controls indicators 67 74 front audio and USB assembly replacing 99 182 front bezel front bezel removing 84 145 ...

Page 240: ...ock 227 removing computer cover 83 144 replacing battery 103 155 card reader 101 153 front audio and USB assembly 99 hard disk drive 118 201 heat sink and fan assembly 105 185 microprocessor 110 199 mSATA solid state drive 116 159 solid state drive 179 system board 130 S security enabling or disabling 55 selecting startup device 55 temporary startup device 56 Self service CRUs 69 76 serial connect...

Page 241: ...ating flashing the BIOS 226 updating flashing the BIOS 227 USB 2 0 connector 69 76 USB 3 0 connector 69 76 using passwords 54 Setup Utility 53 V VGA connector 76 VGA monitor connector 69 viewing and changing settings 53 W Wi Fi units Wi Fi adapter card Wi Fi card module Wi Fi antenna cable replacing 133 213 Copyright Lenovo 2014 235 ...

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