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Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types: 10156/90AJ [H500] - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 4
First Edition (September 2013)18th © Copyright Lenovo 2013. 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 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 5
a device 15 Selecting a startup device 16 Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program . . 17 Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU Index . . 19 Hard disk drive boot error 19 Power Supply Problems 19 POST error codes 20 Undetermined problems 20 Chapter 7. Locating connectors, controls and components 21 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 6
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reference information for Lenovo H500 desktop computers listed on the cover. It is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Information. The description of the TV card in this manual is only used - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 8
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safe place, away from all personnel, while you are servicing the machine. • Keep your tool case away from power cords, telecommunication systems, networks, and modems before you open the computer covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. © Copyright Lenovo - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 10
instructions Power supply units - Pumps - Blowers and fans - Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.) • If an electrical accident occurs: - Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. - Switch off power. 4 Lenovo H500Hardware Maintenance Manual - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 11
The guide consists of a series of steps presented in a checklist. Begin the checks with the power off, and the power cord disconnected. Checklist: 1. Check exterior covers for damage (loose, broken, or sharp edges). 2. Power-off the computer. Disconnect the power cord. 3. Check the power cord - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 12
you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. • Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. 6 Lenovo H500Hardware Maintenance Manual - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 13
. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 5. Turn device ON. To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Remove signal could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. • Use of controls or adjustments or - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 14
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. 2 1 CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. 8 Lenovo H500Hardware Maintenance Manual - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 15
information that applies to all machine types supported by this publication. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Type Lenovo H500 This section lists the physical specifications. Environment - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 16
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of the problem: 1. Power-off the computer and all external devices. 2. Check all cables and power cords. 3. Set all display controls to the middle position. 4. Power-on all external devices. 5. Power-on the computer. • Look for displayed error codes • Look for readable instructions or a main menu on - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 18
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. 2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key. Note: If a Power-On Password or an Administrator Password has been set, the Setup Utility program menu is not displayed until you type your password. For more - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 20
changes have been saved. 4. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 21
correctly, the password will be installed. To change a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See "Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program" on page 13.) 2. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press the Enter key. 3. The - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 22
key, and then select Onboard Audio Controller. Network Setup press the Enter key, then select Onboard Ethernet Support or LAN Boot Agent. 4. Select Disabled or Enabled and press the Enter key. 5. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Select Save changes - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 23
the boot sequence. 5. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. from the menu. When the Save & reset window shows, select the Yes button, and then press the Enter key to exit the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program. - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 24
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an operating system on the boot drive. The drive must be formatted. Do the following: 1. Attempt to back-up the data on the failing hard disk drive. 2. Use the operating system to format the hard disk drive. Replace the hard disk drive. Power Supply Problems Follow these procedures if you suspect - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 26
ignores the missing keyboard during POST. The BIOS was unable to find a suitable boot device. Make sure the boot drive is properly connected to the computer. Make sure you have bootable media in the boot device. Undetermined problems 1. Power-off the computer. 2. Remove or disconnect the following - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 27
. Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 1. Power button 2. Hard disk drive indicator 3. Memory card reader (selected models only) 4. USB connectors 5. Headphone connector 6. Microphone connector 7. Optical Drive (selected models - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 28
and components on the rear of the computer. Lenovo H500 1. USB 3.0 connector 2. On-board VGA connector 3. USB 2.0 connectors (2) 4. Audio connectors 5. Power connector 6. PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) 7. Ethernet connector 8. Wi-Fi antenna - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 29
Hardware components The following illustration shows the components that make up your computer. 1. Microprocessor fan and heat-sink 2. Memory modules 3. PCI express adapter card 4. PCI express adapter connectors 5. System fan 6. Optical drive 7. Hard disk drive Chapter 7. Locating connectors, - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 30
circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computing functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. The following illustration shows the location of connectors and components on the front of the motherboard. Lenovo H500 1 23 4 5 15 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 31
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, 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 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 32
any media (disks, CDs, DVDs or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 33
Step 4. Remove the 2 screws that secure the computer cover at the rear of the chassis. Chapter 8. Replacing hardware 27 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 34
any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 35
any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 36
any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 37
any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 38
the graphic card To replace the graphic card: Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 39
Step 5. Remove the screw that secures the latch to the chassis, 1 open the adapter latch 2 and remove the adapter by pulling it straight out of the adapter connector. 3 Chapter 8. Replacing hardware 33 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 40
any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 41
Line up the screws on the new heat-sink with mounting holes on the motherboard and secure it with the 4 screws. c. Reconnect the microprocessor fan power cable to the connector on the motherboard. Step 9. Reattach the computer cover. Replacing an Intel CPU Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 42
memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power kept as clean as possible. 36 Lenovo H500Hardware Maintenance Manual - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 43
down into its socket on the motherboard. Step 10. To secure the memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 44
Step 4. Step 5. Step 6. Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". Disconnect the fan power cable from the connector on the motherboard. Pull the system fan assembly out of the chassis. 38 Lenovo H500Hardware Maintenance Manual - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 45
the rubber mounts through the holes. b. Pull on the tips of the rubber mounts until the fan assembly is in place. c. Connect the system fan power cable to the connector on the board. Step 8. Reattach the computer cover. Chapter 8. Replacing hardware 39 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 46
replace the Power supply: Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Step 6. Step 7. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 47
any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 48
. To replace the motherboard: Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Step 6. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Disconnect all - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 49
holes on the chassis and secure it with screws. b. Reattach the memory module, Wi-Fi card, heat-sink assembly to the new motherboard. c. Connect the all cables to the new motherboard. d. Reattach the hard disk drive, optical drive, graphic card and the TV-Tuner card. Chapter 8. Replacing hardware 43 - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 50
Step 16. Reattach the computer cover. 44 Lenovo H500Hardware Maintenance Manual - Lenovo H500 | Lenovo H500 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 51
types supported by this publication. Additional Service Information This chapter provides additional information that the service representative might find helpful. Power management Power management reduces the power consumption of certain components of the computer such as the system power supply
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Machine Types: 10156/90AJ [H500]