Lenovo 30113RU - IdeaCentre A600 - 3011 Parts list manual

Version 1.0 2009.1
Hardware Replacement Guide
31036449
31036449_A6_HRG_FM_EN.indd 1 2009.1.16 10:53:25 AM

Hardware Replacement Guide
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 31 2009.1.12 3:50:43 PM

Contents
Overview ..................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1 Locations ................................................................. 4
Locating components and connectors ...........................................4
Identifying parts on the system board ...........................................6
Chapter 2 Replacing hardware ................................................ 8
General information ........................................................................8
Removing the computer cover ......................................................8
Replacing the hard disk drive .......................................................11
Replacing an optical drive ............................................................17
Replacing a memory module ......................................................19
Replacing the CPU fan .................................................................20
Replacing the MXM fan ................................................................22
Replacing the keyboard and mouse ............................................23
Replacing the power cord or power adapter ................................24
Replacing the remote control .......................................................25
Completing the installation ..........................................................25
Appendix. ................................................................................. 29
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 32 2009.1.12 3:50:44 PM

1
Hardware Replacement Guide
Overview
This guide is intended to be used by customers who are replacing Customer
Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as trained service personnel who are replacing
Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). In this guide, CRUs and FRUs will often be referred
to as parts.
Note: Trained service personnel should refer to the Hardware Maintenance
Manual (HMM) for parts ordering information.
This guide does not include procedures for all parts. It is expected that cables,
switches, and certain mechanical parts can be replaced by trained service
personnel without the need for step-by-step procedures.
Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo®.
The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to those computer
models that have the TV-Tuner card installed. It does not apply to those computer
models that do not have the TV-Tuner card installed.
This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts:
• Memory modules
• Hard disk drive
• Optical drive
• Fan (CPU and MXM)
• Keyboard, Mouse (wired) (Only some models are equipped with wired Keyboard
and Mouse).
• Power cord, Power adapter
• Remote control
Safety information for replacing CRUs
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important
safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your
computer. If you no longer have this copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, you
can obtain one online from the Support Web site at
http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 1 2009.1.12 3:49:13 PM

2Hardware Replacement Guide
Additional information resources
If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is
available from the World Wide Web.
You can find the following information:
• CRU removal and installation information
• Publications
• Troubleshooting information
• Parts information
• Links to other useful sources of information
To access this information, go to: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
Tools required
To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools:
• Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge
• Flat screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver
• Hex screwdriver
• Plastic flat screwdriver
• Plastic tweezers
Note: The screws for the different components vary in size. During the
disassembly procedure, group the screws with their corresponding
components to avoid a mismatch when replacing the components.
Handling static-sensitive devices
Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer
components.
When you are replacing a part, do not open the static-protective package
containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the
computer and you are ready to install the new part.
When you handle parts and other computer components, take these precautions
to avoid static-electricity damage:
• Limit your movement. Movement can cause static-electricity to build up around
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 2 2009.1.12 3:49:14 PM

3
Hardware Replacement Guide
you.
• Always handle parts and other computer components carefully. Handle
adapters, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by the
edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry.
• Prevent others from touching the parts and other computer components.
• Before you replace a new part, touch the static-protective package containing
the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the
computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the package
and your body.
• When possible, remove the new part from the static-protective packaging, and
install it directly in the computer without setting the part down. When this is not
possible, place the static-protective package that the part came in on a smooth,
level surface and place the part on it.
• Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 3 2009.1.12 3:49:14 PM

4Hardware Replacement Guide
Locations
Chapter
This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls
and components of the computer. To remove the computer cover, refer to
“Removing the computer cover.”
Locating components and connectors
The following illustrations will help you to locate the various components and
connectors in your computer.
Internal components
The following illustration shows the components inside your computer.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 4 2009.1.12 3:49:15 PM

5
Hardware Replacement Guide
Inverter board
MXM (Mobile PCI Express Module) heat sink
System board
Right speaker
Hard disk drive
System memory
MXM fan
CPU fan
Optical drive
Left speaker
Subwoofer
TV tuner card
Wireless card
CPU heat sink
Left and right view of the computer
Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air
vents can cause thermal problems.
1
2
3
4
5
6
12
11
10
9
13
8
7
Power button Camera
IEEE 1394 connector Brightness down touch button
USB ports (2) Brightness up touch button
Headphone connector LCD On/Off
Microphone connector Optical drive eject touch button
Memory card reader Built-in microphone
Optical drive slot
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 5 2009.1.12 3:49:25 PM

6Hardware Replacement Guide
Rear view of the computer
1
2
3
4
5
TV tuner (Select models only)
USB ports (4)
Ethernet connector
Power connector
Cable routing clip
Identifying parts on the system board
The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit
board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a
variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 6 2009.1.12 3:49:26 PM

7
Hardware Replacement Guide
The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board.
Bluetooth and wireless receiver module connector
Touch sensor board connector
CPU socket
MXM graphics card connector
Hard disk drive SATA cable connector
Onboard LVDS
MXM LVDS
Camera cable connector
Power switch or hard disk drive LED cable connector
Memory card reader
IEEE 1394 connector
USB connectors (2)
USB connectors (2)
S/PDIF connector
Microphone connector
Left speaker cable connector
System fan cable connector
HDD power cable connector
Rear I/O board connector
Memory slots
Subwoofer speaker cable connector
CPU fan cable connector
Right speaker cable connector
WLAN card connector
ODD SATA and power connector
TV tuner module connector
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 7 2009.1.12 3:49:29 PM

8Hardware Replacement Guide
Attention:
Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the
“Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was
included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM)
for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or
HMM, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
General information
Pre-disassembly instructions
Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the
following:
1. Turn off the power to the system and all peripherals.
2. Unplug all power and signal cables from the computer.
3. Place the system on a flat, stable surface.
Removing the computer cover
Attention:
Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool
before removing the computer cover.
To remove the computer cover:
Note: For this procedure, it helps to place the computer face-down on a soft
flat surface. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft
cloth to protect the touch screen surface from scratches or other damage.
Replacing hardware
Chapter
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 8 2009.1.12 3:49:30 PM

9
Hardware Replacement Guide
1. Before removing any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives,
shut down your operating system, turn off all attached devices, and the
computer.
2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords,
input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the
computer. Refer to “Locating connectors on the rear of the computer.”
4. Remove the five rubber caps covering the screws on the system cover.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 9 2009.1.12 3:49:30 PM

10 Hardware Replacement Guide
5. Remove the five screws that secure the system cover to the chassis.
6. Release the left and right tabs from the connector housing, then pull each side
of the cover out slightly , release the top tabs from the connector housing,
then lift the cover away from the computer .
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 10 2009.1.12 3:49:32 PM

11
Hardware Replacement Guide
Replacing the hard disk drive
Attention:
Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the
“Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was
included with your computer or in the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM)
for the computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide or
HMM, go to the Support Web site at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
To replace the hard disk drive
1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover.”
2. Press the release latches on the system bay and open the system bay .
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 11 2009.1.12 3:49:33 PM

12 Hardware Replacement Guide
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 12 2009.1.12 3:49:40 PM

13
Hardware Replacement Guide
3 Press the release latch in toward the drive carrier, then pull the drive carrier up
slightly and slide it out of the drive bay.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 13 2009.1.12 3:49:49 PM

14 Hardware Replacement Guide
4. Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive.
5. Remove the hard disk drive from the drive carrier.
Gently pry open the side rails.
Remove the hard disk drive from the drive carrier.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 14 2009.1.12 3:49:57 PM

15
Hardware Replacement Guide
6. Install the new hard disk drive.
Insert the new hard disk drive into the drive carrier.
Flex the side rails and insert the pins into the hard disk drive’s mounting holes.
7. Slide the drive carrier into the drive bay and press the carrier down into the
bay until it snaps into place .
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 15 2009.1.12 3:50:02 PM

16 Hardware Replacement Guide
8. Connect one end of the power and data cables to the hard disk drive and the
other end of the cables to the system board.
9. Close the system bay.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 16 2009.1.12 3:50:09 PM

17
Hardware Replacement Guide
10. Refer to “Completing the installation.”
Replacing an optical drive
To replace an optical drive
1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover.”
2. Open the system bay. Refer to step 2 of the “Replacing the hard disk drive”
section.
3. Disconnect one end of the ODD data and power cable from the rear of the
optical drive and the other end of the cables from the system board.
31036449_A6_HRG_EN.indd 17 2009.1.12 3:50:21 PM