Lenovo IdeaCentre B300 Parts list manual

Version 1.0 2010.4
Machine type: 10051
10052
Lenovo
IdeaCentre B3 Series
Hardware Replacement Guide
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Contents
Overview ..................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1 Locations ................................................................. 4
Locating components and connectors...........................................4
Chapter 2 Replacing hardware ............................................... 7
General information........................................................................7
Replacing a memory module ........................................................7
Replacing the Optical drive ..........................................................10
Removing the computer stand:....................................................11
Removing the computer cover.....................................................13
Replacing the hard disk drive.......................................................14
Replacing the keyboard ..............................................................16
Replacing the mouse ...................................................................17
Replacing the power cord or power adapter ................................18
Appendix. ................................................................................. 19
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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
• Keyboard, Mouse (wired)
• Power cord, Power adapter
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.
Additional information resources
If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is
available from the World Wide Web.
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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
you.
• Always handle parts and other computer components carefully. Handle
adapters, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by the
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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.
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Locations
Chapter
This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls
and components of the computer.
Locating components and connectors
The following illustrations will help you to locate the various components and
connectors in your computer.
Font view
The following illustrations show the location of connectors on the front of the
computer.
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Camera LCD On/Off indicator
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Built-in microphone Hard disk drive indicator
LCD On/Off Wireless LAN card indicator
Brightness down Bluetooth indicator
Brightness up Power button
Left and right view
The following illustrations show the location of connectors on the left and right side
of the computer.
Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air
vents may cause thermal problems.
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Memory card reader Microphone connector
USB connector Optical drive
Headphone connector
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Rear view
The following illustration shows the location of connectors on the rear of the
computer.
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Power connector TV tuner connector (selected models)
PS/2 keyboard connector USB ports (4)
IEEE 1394 connector Wireless reset button
Ethernet connector
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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.
Replacing a memory module
Attention:
Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool
before removing 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
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1. Remove 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 rubber cap that protects the screw.
5. Remove the screw that secures the memory cover to the computer chassis.
6. Lift up the memory cover.
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7. Push out the latches on both sides of the memory socket to release the
memory module and gently pull the memory module upward to remove it
from its socket .Both memory modules can be removed by using the same
procedure.
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8. Align then insert the new memory module into the socket and push down on
the top edge of the memory module. Make sure the latches lock the memory
module in place.
9. Align then slide back the memory cover.
10. Screw the memory cover back.
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Replacing the Optical drive
Attention:
Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool
before replacing the optical drive.
To remove the optical drive:
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 screen surface from scratches or other damage.
1. Remove 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 rubber cap that protects the screw.
5. Remove the screw that secures the optical drive to the chassis.
6. Slide the optical drive out of the drive bay.
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7. Remove the 2 screws that secure the optical drive to the metal bracket.
8. Remove the optical drive cover.
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9. Install the new optical drive.
(1) Connect the new optical drive to the cover.
(2) Screw back the metal bracket to the new optical drive.
(3) Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay.
10. Screw the new optical drive back to the chassis.
Removing the computer stand:
To remove the computer stand:
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 screen surface from scratches or other damage.
1. Remove 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”.
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4. Push the computer stand upward to the end , then slide the lock to the right
side to lock the computer stand .
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5. Remove the 2 screws that secure the computer stand to the computer
chassis.
6. Slide out the computer stand.
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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 screen surface from scratches or other damage.
1. Remove 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 computer stand. Refer to “Removing the computer stand”.
5. Lift up the computer cover gently from the bottom right corner to release
the cover from the setscrews .
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Replacing the hard disk drive
Attention:
Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let the computer cool
before replacing the hard disk drive.
To replace the hard disk drive:
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 screen surface from scratches or other damage.
1. Remove the computer stand. Refer to “Removing the computer stand”.
2. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.
3. Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive.
4. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the chassis.
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5. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the hard disk drive bay.
6. Slide the hard disk drive out of the bay.
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7. Install the new hard disk drive.
(1) Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive bay.
(2) Screw back the 4 screws on the drive bay.
8. Connect the data and power cables back to the hard disk drive.
9. Align the 4 screw holes in the hard disk drive bay with the mounting holes in
the chassis, then screw it back.
10. Install the computer cover and stand.
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Replacing the keyboard
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 keyboard:
1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives,
shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the
computer.
2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Locate the connector for the keyboard. Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear
view”.
Note: Your keyboard might be connected to the standard keyboard
connector at the rear of the computer or to a USB connector either side
or rear of the computer.
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4. Disconnect the failing keyboard cable from the computer and connect the new
keyboard cable to the same connector.
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Replacing the mouse
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 mouse:
1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives,
shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the
computer.
2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Locate the connector for the mouse. Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear
view”.
Note: Your mouse is connected to the USB connector at either side or the
rear of the computer.
4. Disconnect the failing mouse cable from the computer and connect the new
mouse cable to the same connector.
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