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9. To install a PCI card retainer, insert the corresponding end of the PCI card retainer into the gaps in the

PCI card latch as shown. Pivot the retainer downward to insert part

a

into the corresponding slot in the

front fan assembly. Then, pivot the tab on the front fan assembly to close the latch inside.

Figure 105. Installing the PCI card retainer

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 189.

Full-length PCI card

Attention:

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter

1 “Read this first: Important safety information” on page 1.

Depending on your computer model, your computer comes with one of the following combinations:

ThinkStation P510:

One standard PCI card slot, one PCI Express x1 card slot, two PCI Express x4 card

slots, and two PCI Express x16 graphics card slots

ThinkStation P710:

One standard PCI card slot, one PCI Express x4 card slot, one PCI Express x8 card

slot, and three PCI Express x16 graphics card slots

To install or replace a full-length PCI card, do the following:

1. Prepare your computer. See “Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover” on page 99.

2. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board.

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Summary of Contents for ThinkStation P710

Page 1: ...ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types 30B4 30B5 30B6 and 30B7 ...

Page 2: ...safety information on page 1 and Appendix F Notices on page 211 First Edition April 2016 Copyright Lenovo 2016 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No GS 35F 05925 ...

Page 3: ...ions and cable lengths 51 Comfort 51 Accessibility information 52 Cleaning your computer 55 Maintenance 55 Basic maintenance tips 55 Good maintenance practices 56 Keeping your computer current 56 Moving your computer 57 Chapter 5 Security 59 Locking your computer 59 Locking the computer cover 59 Attaching a Kensington style cable lock 61 Viewing and changing security settings in the Setup Utility ...

Page 4: ... the flex bay storage enclosure 105 Device in the 5 25 inch flex module 110 Optical drive bracket 122 Cover presence switch 124 Front fan assembly 126 Internal storage drive 127 Blind connect assembly 145 Power supply assembly 147 PCI card 149 Full length PCI card 154 Super capacitor module 156 Rear fan assembly 159 Heat sink and fan assembly 161 Memory module 163 Flex adapter 165 Battery 167 Micr...

Page 5: ...Battery recycling information for the European Union 205 Appendix D Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS Directive 207 European Union RoHS 207 China RoHS 207 Turkish RoHS 207 Ukraine RoHS 208 India RoHS 208 Appendix E ENERGY STAR model information 209 Appendix F Notices 211 Trademarks 212 Copyright Lenovo 2016 iii ...

Page 6: ... tests to troubleshoot problems Important This manual is intended only for trained service technicians who are familiar with ThinkStation computers Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems effectively Before servicing a ThinkStation computer be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 ...

Page 7: ...ch can eventually result in overheating Ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins or shows signs of overheating such as deformed plastic at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion...

Page 8: ...e that is worn or defective Reinstall all covers correctly before returning the machine to the customer CAUTION Hazardous moving parts Keep fingers and other body parts away CAUTION Before you open the computer cover turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool Electrical safety CAUTION Electrical current from power telephone and communication cables can be hazardous T...

Page 9: ... approved probe leads and accessories for that tester Stand on suitable rubber mats obtained locally if necessary to insulate you from grounds such as metal floor strips and machine frames Observe the special safety precautions when you work with very high voltages these instructions are in the safety sections of maintenance information Use extreme care when measuring high voltages Regularly inspe...

Page 10: ...eter 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 cover 5 Check for any obvious alterations Use good judgment as to the safety of any alterations 6 Check inside the unit for any obvious unsafe conditi...

Page 11: ... can use coax or connector outside shells on these systems Use the round ground prong of the ac plug on ac operated computers Grounding requirements Electrical grounding of the computer is required for operator safety and correct system function Proper grounding of the electrical outlet can be verified by a certified electrician Safety notices multi lingual translations The caution and danger safe...

Page 12: ...n 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 by the same manufacturer The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used handled or disposed of Do not Throw or immerse into water Heat to more than 100 C 212 F Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by...

Page 13: ...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 Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information 7 ...

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Page 15: ...8 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 Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information 9 ...

Page 16: ...tivos 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 bateria equival...

Page 17: ...te 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 corrente ...

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Page 19: ...1 2 Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information 13 ...

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Page 21: ...roduit 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 TENSION 1 ...

Page 22: ...iennent 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 interrupteur de con...

Page 23: ...ind 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 Buc...

Page 24: ...n 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 Netzschalter an...

Page 25: ...1 2 Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information 19 ...

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Page 27: ...i 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 dalla...

Page 28: ...ono 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 interruttore de...

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Page 30: ...ntenimiento 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 señal 24 Thin...

Page 31: ...vos 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 debe ...

Page 32: ...ocedimientos 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 cables de alim...

Page 33: ...he locations of your computer hardware Note The computer hardware might look slightly different from the illustrations Front view Figure 1 Front connectors controls and indicators 1 Optical drive eject close button some models 2 Power button 3 Power indicator 4 Hard disk drive activity indicator 5 Diagnostic indicator 6 SD card slot 7 Diagnostic USB 3 0 connector 8 USB 3 0 connectors 2 9 Always On...

Page 34: ... error related event log is downloading from the diagnostic USB 3 0 connector 6 SD card slot Insert a secure digital SD card into the slot so that the data on the card can be accessed and read 7 Diagnostic USB 3 0 connector When a system error is detected the diagnostic indicator blinks In this case if you connect an FAT32 format USB flash drive to the connector the error related log can be automa...

Page 35: ...ThinkStation P510 Figure 2 ThinkStation P510 rear panel 1 Audio line out connector 2 Microphone connector 3 PS 2 keyboard connector 4 Serial connector 5 USB 2 0 connectors 4 6 USB 3 0 connectors 4 7 PCI card area PCI cards available vary by model 8 Power cord connector 9 Security lock slot 10 Key nest slots 11 Ethernet connector 12 Padlock loop 13 PS 2 mouse connector 14 Audio line in connector Ch...

Page 36: ...tion P510 and ThinkStation P710 computers one or more discrete graphics cards might be installed in the Peripheral Component Interconnect PCI card area Depending on your computer model the graphics cards might provide the following connectors Digital Visual Interface DVI connector DisplayPort connector Mini DisplayPort connector DisplayPort connector Attach a high performance monitor a direct driv...

Page 37: ...rial connector to the serial connector 5 USB 2 0 connectors 4 Connect a USB compatible device such as a USB keyboard mouse storage drive or printer to this connector 6 USB 3 0 connectors 4 Connect a USB compatible device such as a USB keyboard mouse storage drive or printer to this connector 7 PCI card area PCI cards available vary by model To improve the operating performance of your computer you...

Page 38: ...cover on page 59 13 PS 2 mouse connector Attach a PS 2 mouse a trackball or other pointing devices that use a PS 2 mouse connector 14 Audio line in connector The audio line in connector is used to receive audio signals from an external audio device such as a stereo system When you attach an external audio device a cable connection is established between the audio line out connector of the device a...

Page 39: ... drive flex module or flex bay storage enclosure amount and combination vary by model 5 Front fan assembly some models 6 Hard disk drives hybrid drives or solid state drives amount and combination vary by model 7 Flex adapter some models 8 Power supply module 9 Direct cooling air baffle 10 PCI card some models 11 Rear fan assemblies Major FRUs and CRUs The following illustration shows the location...

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Page 41: ... Flex bay storage enclosure Yes No 7 Optical drive Yes No 8 Flex module Yes No 9 Front panel I O cable No No 10 Front fan assembly Yes No 11 Blind connect assembly some models No No 12 Hard disk drive hybrid drive or solid state drive Yes No 13 Flex adapter No Yes 14 M 2 solid state drive Yes No 15 Direct cooling air baffle Yes No 16 Power supply module Yes No 17 PCI card or PCI Express card Yes N...

Page 42: ...y slot 15 Flex adapter slot 16 4 pin power connectors 2 17 Front fan connector 18 Clear CMOS Recovery jumper 19 Front access storage enclosure control connector for SATA 5 connector 20 4 pin power connector 21 Thunderbolt connector 22 Front USB connector 23 Hard disk drive activity indicator connector used only with a 9364 RAID card 24 Front access storage enclosure control connector for SATA 6 co...

Page 43: ...1 PCI Express 3 0 x4 card slot 42 Rear fan connector 43 Microprocessor fan connector 44 Rear fan connector ThinkStation P710 Figure 7 System board part locations 1 Front audio connector 2 Internal speaker connector 3 Rear fan connector 4 Cover presence switch connector Intrusion switch connector some models 5 Memory slot 6 Memory slot 7 Memory slot 8 Microprocessor fan connector 1 9 Microprocessor...

Page 44: ...CI card slot 39 PCI Express 3 0 x16 graphics card slot 40 PCI Express 3 0 x8 slot 41 PCI Express 3 0 x16 graphics card slots 2 42 Rear fan connector 43 Memory slot 44 Memory slot 45 Memory slot 46 Microprocessor 2 47 Microprocessor fan connector 2 48 Memory slot 49 Memory slot 50 Memory slot Internal drives Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data You can add driv...

Page 45: ...ys Figure 8 Drive bay locations 1 Card reader for an SD card 2 Optical drive bays 2 for an optical drive a flex module or a flex bay storage enclosure 3 Storage drive bays 4 for a hard disk drive a hybrid drive or a solid state drive Chapter 2 Product overview 39 ...

Page 46: ...or and memory information about your computer do the following 1 Click the Start button to open the Start menu 2 Depending on your Microsoft Windows operating system version do one of the following For Windows 7 Right click Computer and then click Properties For Windows 10 Click Settings System About To view detailed information about the devices such as the optical drive and network adapters on y...

Page 47: ...owing For Windows 7 Click the Start button to open the Start menu Right click Computer and then click Manage For Windows 10 Right click the Start button to open the Start context menu 2 Click Disk Management and follow the instructions on the screen Video features PCI Express x16 graphics card slots on the system board for a discrete graphics card Video connectors on a discrete graphics card DVI c...

Page 48: ...ply 650 watt automatic voltage sensing power supply 850 watt automatic voltage sensing power supply Wireless features Depending on your computer model the following wireless features are supported Wireless LAN Bluetooth System management features Ability to store power on self test POST hardware test results Desktop Management Interface DMI Desktop Management Interface provides a common path for u...

Page 49: ...tures and access methods in a BIOS that allows a user or application to store and retrieve information specific about the computer in question Wake on LAN WOL Wake on LAN is an Ethernet computer networking standard that allows a computer to be turned on or woken up by a network message The message is usually sent by a program running on another computer on the same local area network Windows Manag...

Page 50: ...torage 10 90 non condensing Altitude Operating From 15 2 m 50 ft to 3048 m 10 000 ft Storage From 15 2 m 50 ft to 10 668 m 35 000 ft Electrical input Input voltage From 100 V ac to 240 V ac Input frequency 50 60 Hz Programs This section provides information about the programs on your computer Accessing a program on your computer Note For Windows 7 depending on your computer model some of the Lenov...

Page 51: ...operating system Note Depending on your computer model some of the following programs might not be available Fingerprint Manager Pro or ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software Windows 7 The Fingerprint Manager Pro or ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software program enables you to use a fingerprint reader The integrated fingerprint reader provided on some keyboards enables you to enroll your fingerprint and ass...

Page 52: ...ls Windows 7 The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program provides easy access to various tools to help your work more easily and securely Recovery Media Windows 7 The Recovery Media program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings Rescue and Recovery Windows 7 The Rescue and Recovery program is a one button recovery and restore solution It includes a set...

Page 53: ...k the volume icon in the Windows notification area on the taskbar Note If the volume icon is not displayed in the Windows notification area add the icon to the notification area See the Windows help system 2 Follow the instructions on the screen and the hover text to adjust the volume mute the speaker or unmute the speaker Using a disc This section provides information about using a disc and the o...

Page 54: ...m To remove a disc from the optical drive do the following 1 With the computer on press the eject close button on the front of the optical drive The tray slides out of the drive 2 Carefully remove the disc from the tray 3 Press the eject close button again or gently push the tray forward to close the tray Note If the tray does not slide out of the drive when you press the eject close button turn o...

Page 55: ...Ethernet LAN problems on page 80 Connecting to an Ethernet LAN You can connect your computer to an Ethernet LAN by connecting an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector DANGER To avoid the risk of electrical shock do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector Connecting to a wireless LAN You can connect your computer to a wireless LAN without the use of an Ethernet cable but by mea...

Page 56: ...nabled device do the following 1 Ensure that the Bluetooth feature on your computer is working and the Bluetooth enabled device is located within a distance of about 10 m 32 8 ft from your computer 2 Click the Bluetooth icon in the Windows notification area on the taskbar Then click Add a Device and follow the instructions on the screen Note If the Bluetooth icon is not displayed in the Windows no...

Page 57: ...s impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting an antiglare filter placed over the screen might be helpful However these filters might affect the clarity of the image on the screen try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing glare Air circulation Your computer produces heat The computer has a fan that pulls in fresh air and forces out hot air through the air vents...

Page 58: ...nformation Lenovo is committed to providing users who have hearing vision and mobility limitations with greater access to information and technology This section provides information about the ways these users can get the most out of their computer experience You also can get the most up to date accessibility information from the following Web site http www lenovo com accessibility Keyboard shortc...

Page 59: ...rd displays a visual keyboard with all the standard keys High Contrast High Contrast is a feature that heightens the color contrast of some text and images on your screen As a result those items are more distinct and easier to identify Personalized keyboard Adjust keyboard settings to make your keyboard easier to use For example you can use your keyboard to control the pointer and type certain key...

Page 60: ...t prevent some items from fitting on the screen Customizable item size You can make the items on your screen easier to read by changing the item size To change the item size temporarily use the Magnifier tool in Ease of Access Center See Ease of Access Center on page 53 To change the item size permanently do the following Change the size of all the items on your screen 1 Right click a blank area o...

Page 61: ...is a good practice to clean your computer periodically to protect the surfaces and ensure trouble free operation Use only mild cleaning solutions and a damp cloth to clean the painted surfaces of the computer Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare so remember to clean the screen periodically Wipe the screen surface gently with a soft dry cloth or blow on the screen to remove grit an...

Page 62: ...y discs to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings Create rescue media using discs or USB storage devices as early as possible You can use a rescue medium to recover from failures that prevent you from gaining access to the Windows environment or the Rescue and Recovery workspace on your hard disk drive Keeping your computer current In most cases it is a good practice to have t...

Page 63: ...to the computer 3 If you saved the original shipping cartons and packing materials use them to pack the units If you are using different cartons cushion the units to avoid damage Moving your computer to another country or region When you move your computer to another country or region you must take local electrical standards into consideration If the local electrical outlet style is different from...

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Page 65: ...odule TPM on page 63 BIOS guard on page 63 Locking your computer This section provides information about locking your computer with the locking devices to keep your computer safe Locking the computer cover Locking the computer cover helps prevent unauthorized people from gaining access to the inside of your computer Your computer comes with a padlock loop and might also come with a key lock that i...

Page 66: ...Figure 10 Installing a padlock Figure 11 Locking the computer cover 60 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 67: ...nging security settings in the Setup Utility program To view and change security settings in the Setup Utility program do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 65 2 Select Security 3 Follow the instructions on the right side of the screen to view and change security settings You can refer to Using the Setup Utility program on page 65 to get ...

Page 68: ...he fingerprint reader refer to the documentation shipped with the fingerprint keyboard or located on the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support keyboards Using the cover presence switch The cover presence switch prevents your computer from logging in to the operating system when the computer cover is not properly installed or closed To use the cover presence switch enable the cover...

Page 69: ...installed with an antivirus program to help you guard against detect and eliminate viruses Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30 day subscription After 30 days you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates Note Virus definition files must be kept up to date to guard against new viruses For more information about how t...

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Page 71: ...e the configuration settings follow the instructions on the right side of the screen The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of the screen Enabling or disabling a device This section provides information about how to enable or disable user access to hardware devices such as USB connectors or storage drives To enable or disable a device do the following 1 Start the Setup ...

Page 72: ...ss Enter Note For some keyboards you might need to press Fn F10 to exit the Setup Utility program When the ErP LPS compliance mode is enabled you can wake up your computer by doing one of the following Press the power button Enable the Wake Up on Alarm feature to make your computer wake up at a set time See Enabling or disabling the automatic power on of your computer on page 65 Enable the After P...

Page 73: ...indows 10 64 bit select Disabled 4 Select Yes in the window displayed and press Enter to confirm your selection 5 To save setting and exit the Setup Utility program press F10 select Yes in the window displayed and press Enter Note For some keyboards you might need to press Fn F10 to exit the Setup Utility program Using BIOS passwords By using the Setup Utility program you can set passwords to prev...

Page 74: ...a common word or a common name Be significantly different from your previous passwords Setting changing and deleting a password To set change or delete a password do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 65 2 Select Security 3 Depending on the password type select Set Power On Password Set Administrator Password or Hard Disk Password and pre...

Page 75: ...ert the disc into the optical drive If the storage device is an external device other than a disc connect the storage device to the computer 2 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 65 3 Select Startup 4 Follow the instructions on the right side of the screen to change the startup device sequence 5 To save settings and exit the Setup Utility program press F1...

Page 76: ... the Setup Utility and view the BIOS Revision level on the Main page Sources for obtaining the latest level BIOS available Lenovo support Web site http www lenovo com support Lenovo Customer Support Center Levels 1 and 2 Support To update the BIOS see Updating and recovering the BIOS on page 70 Note BIOS settings vary by operating system Change the BIOS settings before installing a new operating s...

Page 77: ...age 69 9 Repeat steps 1 4 10 Move the Clear CMOS Recovery jumper back to the standard position pin 1 and pin 2 11 Repeat step 6 and step 7 Then turn on your computer Configuring RAID This chapter provides instructions on how to install hard disk drives and configure RAID for your computer Depending on your computer model RAID can be enabled by Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise RSTe or the ...

Page 78: ...Therefore if only one hard disk drive is installed in your computer the following information does not apply This section provides information about the following topics Entering the Intel RSTe configuration utility on page 72 Creating RAID volumes using the Intel RSTe configuration utility on page 72 Deleting RAID volumes using the Intel RSTe configuration utility on page 73 Resetting hard disk d...

Page 79: ...olumes using the Intel RSTe configuration utility This section provides instructions on how to use the Intel RSTe configuration utility to delete RAID volumes To delete a RAID volume do the following 1 Enter the Intel RSTe configuration utility See Entering the Intel RSTe configuration utility on page 72 2 Press the up and down arrow keys to select Delete RAID Volume Press Enter to enter the DELET...

Page 80: ...AS hard disk drives Ensure that your computer has the minimum number of SATA or SAS hard disk drives installed for the following supported levels of RAID RAID Level 0 Striped disk array A RAID Level 0 hard disk drive group consisting of at least one hard disk drive Supported strip size 8 KB to 1 MB Better performance without fault tolerance RAID Level 00 Spanned hard disk drive group with a series...

Page 81: ...iguration Wizard on the WebBIOS main screen to enter the Choosing the Configuration Type window 2 Press the up and down arrow keys to select one of the three configuration types Clear Configuration Clear the existing configuration New Configuration Clear the existing configuration and create new configuration Add Configuration Retain the existing storage configuration and add new hard disk drives ...

Page 82: ...e Entering the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility on page 75 2 Click the virtual hard disk drives you want to delete and then the Virtual Drive window is displayed 3 Click Delete and then click Go 4 Click Yes to save your changes Setting the hot spare hard disk drive This section provides instructions on how to set the hot spare hard disk drive To set the hot space hard disk drive do the foll...

Page 83: ...virus If the program detects a virus remove the virus If the antivirus program does not resolve your problem continue with the next step 3 Go to Troubleshooting on page 77 and follow the instructions for the type of problem you are experiencing If these troubleshooting instructions do not resolve your problem continue with the next step 4 Run the diagnostic program See Diagnostics on page 85 If th...

Page 84: ...d none of the volume settings is set too low Note If the volume icon is not displayed in the Windows notification area add the icon to the notification area See the Windows help system For some computers that have a front audio panel ensure that the volume is not set too low Ensure that your external speakers and headphones if used are connected to the correct audio connectors on the computer Most...

Page 85: ...ch as the Product Recovery CD cannot be used to start your computer Solution Ensure that the CD or DVD drive is set as the top priority of the Boot Priority Order in the Setup Utility program Refer to Selecting a temporary startup device on page 69 for information about viewing and changing the startup sequence Note On some computer models the startup sequence is permanently set and cannot be chan...

Page 86: ...vice in each SCSI chain is terminated correctly For more information see your SCSI documentation Storage drive problems Some or all storage drives are missing from the Setup Utility program Solutions Ensure that the signal cables and power cables for all the storage drives are connected correctly If the computer is installed with SAS storage drives ensure that the LSI MegaRAID SAS adapter is corre...

Page 87: ... mode might degrade performance cause data loss or result in lost connections When a Gigabit Ethernet model computer is used at a speed of 1000 Mbps the Ethernet LAN connection fails or errors occur Solution Connect the network cable to the Ethernet connector using Category 5 wiring and a 100 BASE T hub switch not 100 BASE X A Gigabit Ethernet model computer should connect to the network at a spee...

Page 88: ...ed 3 Right click the Bluetooth radios under Bluetooth Radios and click Enable Enable the Bluetooth adapter 1 Depending on your Windows version do one of the following For Windows 7 Click the Start button to open the Start menu For Windows 10 Right click the Start button to open the Start context menu 2 Click Control Panel View Control Panel by Large icons or Small icons and then click Network and ...

Page 89: ...ree storage drive space is insufficient Solutions Free up the storage drive space Clean out your Inbox Sent Items and Deleted Items folders from your e mail application Clean up your C drive 1 Click the Start button to open the Start menu 2 Depending on your Windows version do one of the following For Windows 7 Click Computer For Windows 10 Click File Explorer This PC 3 Right click your C drive an...

Page 90: ...hat comes with the serial device for more information If you added one serial connector adapter ensure that the adapter is installed correctly USB device problem A USB device cannot be accessed Solutions Connect the USB cable from the USB connector to the USB device If the USB device has its own power cord connect the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet Turn on the USB device and keep the d...

Page 91: ... report operating system controlled settings that interfere with the correct operation of your computer Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo Solution Center program is the diagnostic program preinstalled on your computer The program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems It combines diagnostic tests system information collection security status and support information along with hi...

Page 92: ...on page 27 2 Wait about 10 to 15 seconds for the diagnostic data to transfer from the computer to the USB device During the data transfer the diagnostic indicator blinks quickly When the data transfer finishes the indicator stops blinking and stays on Note Diagnostic data is available for transfer through the diagnostic USB connector only when the diagnostic indicator is illuminated or blinks at a...

Page 93: ...start your computer Then repeatedly press and release the F8 key until the Advanced Boot Options window opens Select Repair Your Computer press Enter and follow the instructions on the screen to choose the appropriate recovery solution Note For some keyboards you might need to press Fn F8 to open the Advanced Boot Options window Use the Rescue and Recovery program to restore the storage drive from...

Page 94: ...g the instructions on the screen Use System Restore to restore system files and settings to an earlier point 1 Right click the Start button to open the Start context menu 2 Click Control Panel View Control Panel by Large icons or Small icons and then click Recovery Open System Restore 3 Follow the instructions on the screen Use the File History tool to restore your files from a backup Note If you ...

Page 95: ...the instructions shipped with the USB key If your computer does not come with the recovery USB key contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center to order a recovery USB key See Calling for service on page 194 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting diagnostics and recovery 89 ...

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Page 97: ...rds 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 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 91 If you do receive the correct response proceed to step 7 on page 91 6 Look at the following conditions ...

Page 98: ...t up between working and non working systems will often lead to problem resolution Symptom to FRU index The Symptom to FRU index lists error symptoms and possible causes The most likely cause is listed first Always begin with Service checkout on page 91 This index can also be used to help you decide which FRUs to have available when servicing a computer If you are unable to correct the problem usi...

Page 99: ...n Power cord On Off switch connector On Off switch power supply connector System board power supply connectors Microprocessor s connection Reseat connectors Check the power cord for continuity Power cord Check the power on switch for continuity Power on switch Beep symptoms Beep symptoms are tones or a series of tones separated by pauses intervals without sound during POST The following table desc...

Page 100: ...he boot drive is working If the POST detects a problem an error message appears on the screen A single problem might cause several error messages to appear When you correct the cause of the first error message the other error messages probably will not appear on the screen the next time Error code POST error message Description Action 0135 CPU fan failure System fan failure Power fan failure Front...

Page 101: ...cient remove some add in cards For the system that supports UEFI set UEFI as the first priority or disable CSM in BIOS setup 8999 Not enough PCIe PCI MMIO resources Currently only one video card is enabled Please remove some PCIe cards or enter BIOS Setup and enable Above 4GB Decode This error message is displayed when the PCIe PCI MMIO memory mapped input output resources are insufficient For the...

Page 102: ...tem Board 2 Primary Hard Disk Drive 3 Hard Disk Drive Cable Incorrect memory size during POST 1 Run the Memory tests 2 Memory Module 3 System Board Insert a Diskette icon appears with a known good diagnostics diskette in the first 3 5 inch diskette drive 1 System Board 2 Diskette Drive Cable 3 Network Adapter Intensity or color varies from left to right of characters and color bars 1 Display 2 Vid...

Page 103: ...l or parallel connector device failure adapter connector 1 External Device Self Test OK 2 External Device 3 Cable 4 Alternate Adapter 5 System Board Some or all keys on the keyboard do not work 1 Keyboard 2 Keyboard Cable 3 System Board Undetermined problems This section provides instructions on how to find out the failing devices or adapters 1 Power off the computer 2 Remove or disconnect the fol...

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Page 105: ...r or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds This reduces static electricity from the package and your body before you install or replace a new part When possible remove the new part from the static protective package and install it directly in the computer without setting the part down When this is not possible place the static protective package on a smooth level s...

Page 106: ...available Use computer parts provided only by Lenovo When installing or replacing an option use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option In most areas of the world Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives External options You can connect exter...

Page 107: ...irect cooling air baffle do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Grasp the handle in the direct cooling air baffle and pull the direct cooling air baffle out of the computer Figure 14 Removing the direct cooling air baffle To reinstall the direct cooling air baffle do the following Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware ...

Page 108: ...placement on page 189 Device in the optical drive bay Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 The optical drive bay of your computer supports the following devices Optical drive Flex module Flex bay storage enclosure The following instructions on how to install or replace an opti...

Page 109: ...r If there is a metal static shield installed in the optical drive bay remove the metal static shield If you are replacing an old optical drive disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the optical drive Then press the tabs 1 toward each other as shown and push the rear of the optical drive to slide it out of the computer Note If you are replacing a flex module or a flex bay...

Page 110: ... drive Note If you are replacing a flex module or a flex bay storage enclosure connect additional cables between the bay and the system board or adapter cards Figure 18 Connecting cables to the optical drive 7 Reinstall the direct cooling air baffle See Direct cooling air baffle on page 101 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the install...

Page 111: ...pare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 If the flex bay storage enclosure is installed in the computer disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the 3 5 inch storage drive first Then remove the flex bay storage enclosure from the front of the computer See Device in the optical drive bay on page 102 3 If you are replacing a 3 5 inch sto...

Page 112: ...bay See Device in the optical drive bay on page 102 6 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new storage drive Figure 21 Connecting the cables to the storage 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 189 2 5 inch storage drive To install or replac...

Page 113: ...bay storage enclosure from the front of the computer See Device in the optical drive bay on page 102 3 If you are replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive do the following a Remove the four screws that secure the storage converter Take the storage converter together with the drive out of the flex bay storage enclosure Figure 22 Removing the 2 5 inch storage drive and the storage converter from the flex ...

Page 114: ...f the storage converter Note When installing or removing the storage drive do not touch the circuit board on the storage drive and make sure that the circuit board faces downward Figure 23 Removing the 2 5 inch storage drive from the storage converter 108 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 115: ...rive into the storage converter 5 Install the 2 5 inch storage drive and the storage converter into the flex bay storage enclosure Then install the four screws to secure the storage converter to the flex bay storage enclosure Figure 25 Installing the 2 5 inch storage drive and the storage converter into the flex bay storage enclosure Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 109 ...

Page 116: ...1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace 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 Slim optical drive on page 110 Card reader on page 113 eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector on page 115 Front Thunderbolt adapter kit on page ...

Page 117: ...e two metal clips 1 to remove the plastic clip with the two screws as shown Remove the two screws and then go to step 4 Figure 28 Removing the plastic clip with the two screws If you are replacing an old slim optical drive do the following a Press the button as shown to remove the slim optical drive from the flex module Figure 29 Removing the slim optical drive from the flex module Chapter 9 Insta...

Page 118: ...two screws to secure the plastic clip on the rear of the new slim optical drive Figure 31 Installing the plastic clip to the slim optical drive 6 Slide the new slim optical drive with the plastic clip into the flex module until the slim optical drive snaps into position Figure 32 Installing the slim optical drive in the flex module 112 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 119: ... 189 Card reader To install or replace a card reader in the flex module do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Remove the flex module from the front of the computer See Device in the optical drive bay on page 102 3 Lift the clip on the rear of the flex module Then slide the flex module cover to the rear of the flex module t...

Page 120: ...d reader from the bracket Figure 36 Removing the card reader from the card reader retaining bracket 5 To install 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 Then press the new card reader downward until it snaps into position Figure 37 Installing the card reader into the card reader retaining bracket 1...

Page 121: ...e 39 Reinstalling the flex module cover 8 Connect the card reader cable to the USB 2 0 connector or card reader connector on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 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 189 eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connecto...

Page 122: ...E 1394 connector do the following a Disconnect the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable from the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 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 41 Removing the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector in the flex module 116 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardwa...

Page 123: ... 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 43 Reinstalling the flex module cover 8 Connect the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable to the corresponding connector on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 What to do next To work with another piece of hard...

Page 124: ...the front of the computer See Device in the optical drive bay on page 102 3 Lift the clip on the rear of the flex module and then slide the flex module cover to the rear of the flex module Figure 44 Removing the flex module cover 4 If you are replacing a front Thunderbolt I O adapter do the following to remove the old front Thunderbolt adapter first a Record the cable connections and cable routing...

Page 125: ...d the retaining bracket out of the flex module c Flex the four clips on the sides of the retaining bracket to remove the front Thunderbolt I O adapter from the bracket Figure 46 Removing the front Thunderbolt I O adapter from the retaining bracket 5 If you are installing a new front Thunderbolt I O adapter do the following Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 119 ...

Page 126: ... a new front Thunderbolt I O adapter into the retaining bracket align the four holes in the front Thunderbolt I O adapter with the corresponding mounting studs on the bracket Then press the card downward until it snaps into position Figure 48 Installing the front Thunderbolt I O adapter into the retaining bracket 120 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 127: ...rd into the PCI Express 2 0 x4 card slot on the system board See PCI card on page 149 and Parts on the system board on page 35 7 Connect the cables to the front Thunderbolt I O adapter Connect the power cable in the flex module to the 4 pin power connector a Connect the GPIO cable to the connector b Connect the internal DP to DP cable to the DisplayPort connector c Connect the Mini SAS cable to th...

Page 128: ...connector on the front Thunderbolt PCI Express x4 card Connect the Mini SAS cable to the SAS connector on the front Thunderbolt PCI Express x4 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 189 Optical drive bracket Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any...

Page 129: ... bracket To reinstall the optical drive bracket do the following 1 Position the optical drive bay into the chassis at a relative angle of about 45 degree as shown Align the two posts on the top and the bottom of the optical drive bracket with the notches in the computer chassis Figure 53 Positioning the optical drive bracket into the chassis Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 123 ...

Page 130: ...mpt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 To replace the cover presence switch do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Direct cooling air baffle on page 101 3 Remove the optical drive bracket See Optical drive ...

Page 131: ...sence switch 8 Connect the cable of the new cover presence switch to the cover presence switch connector on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 9 Reinstall the optical drive bracket See Optical drive bracket on page 122 10 Reinstall the direct cooling air baffle See Direct cooling air baffle on page 101 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropri...

Page 132: ...nd removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Pull the front fan assembly by the handle to slide it out of the computer chassis Note When you slide out the front fan assembly avoid pulling the front fan assembly cable Figure 57 Removing the front fan assembly 3 Disconnect the front fan assembly cable from the front fan connector on the system board 4 Connect the cable of the new front fan assembly t...

Page 133: ... Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 Depending on your computer model your computer might come with one or more of the following types of internal storage drives 3 5 inch hard disk drive 3 5 inch hybrid drive 2 5 inch hard disk drive 2 5 inch solid state drive M 2 solid state drive on a flex adapter PCI Express solid state drive To install or replace an internal storag...

Page 134: ...Internal drives on page 38 3 Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a 3 5 inch storage drive do one of the following If you are installing a 3 5 inch storage drive open the handles on both sides of the storage drive bracket and pull out the empty bracket If you are replacing a 3 5 inch storage drive open the handles on both sides of the storage drive bracket Disconnect the cables fro...

Page 135: ... bracket and align pins 1 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the new storage drive Do not touch the circuit board 2 on the storage drive Note Ensure that the circuit board 2 faces upward and the connectors 3 face toward the front of the bracket Figure 62 Installing the storage drive into the type 1 bracket Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 129 ...

Page 136: ...tall or replace a 3 5 inch storage drive in a type 2 bracket do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Locate the storage drive bay See Internal drives on page 38 3 Press the pit on the bracket cover and then grasp the tilted cover to pull the bracket out of the storage drive bay Figure 64 Removing the type 2 storage drive bra...

Page 137: ... the sides of the bracket and align pins 1 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the new storage drive Do not touch the circuit board 3 on the storage drive Note Ensure that the circuit board 3 faces upward and the connectors 2 face toward the rear of the bracket Figure 66 Installing the storage drive into the type 2 bracket Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 131 ...

Page 138: ...a 2 5 inch hard disk drive or a 2 5 inch solid state drive To install or replace a 2 5 inch storage drive refer to the following Installing or replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive in the storage drive bay on page 132 Installing or replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive with a converter in the storage drive bay on page 137 Installing or replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive in the storage drive bay Dependin...

Page 139: ...If you are installing a 2 5 inch storage drive open the handles on both sides of the storage drive bracket and pull out the empty bracket If you are replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive open the handles on both sides of the storage drive bracket Disconnect the cables from the storage drive and pull out the bracket with the storage drive Figure 69 Removing the type 1 storage drive bracket Then flex t...

Page 140: ...e 71 Installing the storage drive into the type 1 bracket 5 Slide the bracket with the new storage drive into the storage drive bay Note Ensure that the storage drive is on the upper side You might need to flip over the storage drive bracket Figure 72 Installing the type 1 storage drive bracket 6 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new storage drive and then close the handles on bo...

Page 141: ...nternal drives on page 38 3 Press the pit on the bracket cover and then grasp the tilted cover to pull the bracket out of the storage drive bay Figure 73 Removing the type 2 storage drive bracket 4 If you are replacing a storage drive flex the sides of the bracket to remove the storage drive from the bracket Figure 74 Removing the storage drive from the type 2 bracket Chapter 9 Installing or repla...

Page 142: ...ure that the circuit board faces downward and the connectors 2 face toward the rear of the bracket Figure 75 Installing the storage drive into the type 2 bracket 6 Slide the bracket with the new storage drive into the storage drive bay until it snaps into position Figure 76 Installing the type 2 storage drive bracket 136 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 143: ...acing a 2 5 inch solid state drive with a converter To install or replace a 2 5 inch storage drive with a converter in a type 1 bracket do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Locate the storage drive bay in which you want to install or replace a storage drive See Internal drives on page 38 3 Depending on whether you are ins...

Page 144: ...bracket Disconnect the cables from the converter and pull out the bracket Figure 78 Removing the type 1 storage drive bracket Then flex the sides of the bracket to remove the converter from the bracket Figure 79 Removing the converter from the type 1 bracket 138 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 145: ...nnect the storage drive from the plastic frame Figure 80 Removing the metal bracket from the plastic frame of the converter 5 If you are replacing a storage drive with a converter carefully flex the sides of the metal bracket to remove the storage drive from the bracket Figure 81 Removing the storage drive from the metal bracket of the converter Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 139 ...

Page 146: ...of the storage drive face toward the tab of the metal bracket Figure 82 Installing the storage drive into the metal bracket of the converter 7 Insert the four posts 1 on the metal bracket into the corresponding slots in the plastic frame as shown Figure 83 Inserting the metal bracket into the plastic frame of the converter 140 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 147: ...l bracket into the plastic frame of the converter 9 Flex the sides of the storage drive bracket and align the four pins 1 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the converter Note Ensure that the circuit board faces upward and the connectors 2 face toward the front of the bracket Figure 85 Installing the converter into the type 1 bracket Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 141 ...

Page 148: ...orage drive with a converter in a type 2 bracket do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Locate the storage drive bay in which you want to install or replace a storage drive See Internal drives on page 38 3 Press the pit on the bracket cover and then grasp the tilted cover to pull the bracket out of the storage drive bay Fig...

Page 149: ...of the converter on page 139 5 Install the new storage drive into the converter See Figure 82 Installing the storage drive into the metal bracket of the converter on page 140 6 Flex the sides of the bracket and align pins 1 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the converter Note Ensure that the circuit board face upward and the connectors 2 face toward the rear of the bracket Figure 89 I...

Page 150: ... cover on page 99 2 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the flex adapter 3 Locate and remove the flex adapter with M 2 slots from the system board See Flex adapter on page 165 4 Depending on whether you are installing or replacing an M 2 solid state drive do one of the following If you are replacing an M 2 solid state drive remove the screw that secures the M 2 solid state drive Then...

Page 151: ...ter or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 Note The blind connect assembly is available only when you are using the following type of storage drive bracket Figure 93 Storage drive bracket supported by blind connect assembly To install or replace the blind connect assembly do the following 1 Prepare your computer S...

Page 152: ...release it from the four tabs Figure 94 Removing the blind connect assembly c Pull the blind connect assembly completely out of the chassis and remove the cables through the routing hole Note Be careful when you pull the cables through the hole 5 Take the new blind connect assembly Insert the cables through the routing hole at the bottom of the storage drive bay 146 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hard...

Page 153: ...If your blind connect assembly comes with two additional cables 1 connect them to the two PCIe connectors 2 on the flex adapter as shown Figure 96 Connecting the blind connect assembly to the flex adapter 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 189 Power supply as...

Page 154: ...y 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 assembly do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Pull the handle on the power supply assembly and pivot it downward as shown...

Page 155: ...ttention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 Depending on your computer model your computer comes with one of the following combinations ThinkStation P510 One standard PCI card slot one PCI Express x1 card slot two PCI Express x4 card slots and two PCI Express x16 graphics card slots T...

Page 156: ...er comes with a full length PCI card refer to Full length PCI card on page 154 for its replacement instructions To install or replace a PCI card do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board 3 If you are replacing a PCI card with a PCI card retainer installed remov...

Page 157: ...ide Figure 101 Opening the latch in the front fan assembly b Gently pull the PCI card retainer out of the slot in the front fan assembly and then remove the card retainer from the PCI card latch Figure 102 Removing the PCI card retainer Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 151 ...

Page 158: ...to rest it on the edge of the rear panel Figure 103 Opening the PCI card latch 5 Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a PCI card do one of the following If you are installing a PCI card remove the appropriate metal slot cover 152 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 159: ...etaining latch press the card retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch Grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot Figure 104 Removing a PCI card 6 Remove the new PCI card from its static protective package 7 Install the new card into the appropriate slot on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 Note If the new PCI card needs to be connected to another device con...

Page 160: ...empt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 Depending on your computer model your computer comes with one of the following combinations ThinkStation P510 One standard PCI card slot one PCI Express x1 card slot two PCI Express x4 card slots and two PCI Express x16 graphics card slots ThinkStation P710 One standard PCI card sl...

Page 161: ... 4 Pull and pivot the tab on the front fan assembly as shown to open the latch inside Figure 107 Opening the latch in the front fan assembly 5 Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a full length PCI card do one of the following If you are installing a new full length PCI card remove the appropriate metal slot cover Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 155 ...

Page 162: ...arts on the system board on page 35 Note It is recommended that you install the full length PCI card into a PCI Express x16 graphics card slot for best performance 8 Pivot the PCI card latch to the right and push it back in until it snaps into position Then pivot the tab on the front fan assembly to close the latch inside 9 Connect one end of the power cable to the new full length PCI card and the...

Page 163: ...ling the super capacitor module go to step 7 If you are replacing the super capacitor module do the following a Disconnect the super capacitor module cable from the RAID card b Remove the holder with the failing super capacitor module from the PCI Express card slot in which it is installed See PCI card on page 149 c Gently pivot the plastic retaining clip 1 on the bracket as shown and remove the f...

Page 164: ...lder with the new super capacitor module into a PCI Express card slot See PCI card on page 149 Note It is recommended that you use the PCI Express card slot with the fewest lanes 9 Connect the super capacitor module cable to the super capacitor module connector on the RAID card as shown Figure 111 Connecting the super capacitor module cable 10 Reinstall the direct cooling air baffle if you have re...

Page 165: ...puter See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Direct cooling air baffle on page 101 3 Locate the rear fan assembly See Computer components on page 33 4 Locate and disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the rear fan connector on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 Note If your computer comes with tw...

Page 166: ...assembly 7 Pivot the new rear fan assembly toward the rear panel as shown until the retaining clip snaps into position Figure 114 Installing the rear fan assembly 8 Connect the rear fan assembly cable to the rear fan connector on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 160 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 167: ...pen the computer cover turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool To replace the heat sink and fan assembly do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board 3 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Direct cooling air baffle on page 101...

Page 168: ...n 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 Ensure that the heat sink and fan assembly cable is toward the microprocessor fan connector on the system board 9 Follow the following sequence to install the four screws to secure the new heat sink and fan assembly Do not over tighten the screws ...

Page 169: ...ation P510 For ThinkStation P710 Your computer has 12 slots for installing or replacing DDR4 DIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 384 GB system memory When installing or replacing a memory module use the following guidelines Use DDR4 ECC UDIMMs or DDR4 ECC RDIMMs for your computer Do not install any combination of UDIMMs and RDIMMs into the same computer Use 8 GB DDR4 ECC UDIMMs up to a maximum o...

Page 170: ...em board 4 Locate the memory slots See Parts on the system board on page 35 5 Remove any parts that might prevent your access to the memory slots Depending on your computer model you might need to remove the optical drive bracket for easier access to the memory slots See Optical drive bracket on page 122 6 Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a memory module do one of the following...

Page 171: ...tall the optical drive bracket if you have removed it See Optical drive bracket on page 122 9 Reinstall the direct cooling air baffle See Direct cooling air baffle on page 101 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 189 Flex adapter Attention Do not open your comp...

Page 172: ...r on its side for easier access to the system board 3 Locate the flex adapter slot on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 4 Pull and pivot the tab on the front fan assembly as shown to open the latch inside Figure 121 Opening the latch in the front fan assembly 5 If you are replacing an old flex adapter grasp the old card that is installed and gently pull it out of the flex a...

Page 173: ...orks with a cable connected to it connect the cable to the new flex adapter 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 189 Battery Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 Read this first Important safet...

Page 174: ...the battery See PCI card on page 149 or Full length PCI card on page 154 4 Remove the old battery Figure 124 Removing the battery 5 Install a new battery Figure 125 Installing a battery 6 Reinstall the PCI card if you have removed it See PCI card on page 149 or Full length PCI card on page 154 7 Reinstall the computer cover and connect the cables See Completing the parts replacement on page 189 No...

Page 175: ...lled If you want to install two microprocessors into your computer use the E5 2600 v4 series microprocessors Your microprocessor socket and socket cover might look slightly different from the illustrations in this topic To replace a microprocessor do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Remove the direct cooling air baffle S...

Page 176: ... and socket might look different from the one illustrated Touch only the edges of the microprocessor Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible Figure 128 Removing the microprocessor 9 Touch the static protective package that contains the new microprocessor to any unpainted s...

Page 177: ...ld the new microprocessor by its edges and align the notches 1 on it with the tabs 2 in the microprocessor socket Then carefully lower the new microprocessor straight down into 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 faces the beve...

Page 178: ...ked with first and then close the small handle marked with Always follow the correct sequence when you close the small handles Figure 132 Securing the microprocessor in the socket 14 Reinstall the heat sink and fan assembly See Heat sink and fan assembly on page 161 15 If you are instructed to return the old microprocessor follow all packaging instructions and use any packaging materials that are ...

Page 179: ...irect cooling air baffle on page 101 3 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board 4 Remove all PCI or PCI Express cards that are installed See PCI card on page 149 or Full length PCI card on page 154 5 Remove the optical drive bracket See Optical drive bracket on page 122 6 Remove the flex adapter if it is installed See Flex adapter on page 165 7 Remove the front fan assemb...

Page 180: ...is Notes Carefully handle the system board by its edges The system board on your computer might look slightly different from the illustration Figure 133 Removing the system board 14 Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and then install it onto the new system board See Microprocessor on page 169 174 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 181: ...m Refer to the information that you have noted down and the related topics in Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware on page 99 Connect all cables to the new system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 17 Connect the external cables and the power cord to the computer The failing system board must be returned with a microprocessor socket cover to protect the pins during shipping and h...

Page 182: ... 2 Gently press down the small handle 1 and then push the handle inward to secure it Then gently press down the small handle 2 and push the handle inward to lock the microprocessor retainer into position Figure 136 Securing the microprocessor in the socket 176 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 183: ...he following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Direct cooling air baffle on page 101 3 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board 4 Remove all PCI or PCI Express cards that are installed See PCI card on page 149 or Full length PCI card on page 154 5 Remove the optical dri...

Page 184: ...might look slightly different from the illustration Figure 138 Removing the system board 14 Remove the screw that secures the front panel I O cable to the chassis Figure 139 Removing the screw that secures the front panel I O cable 15 Remove any cable ties that are binding the front panel I O cable to the chassis and then remove the front panel I O cable with bracket out of the chassis 178 ThinkSt...

Page 185: ...ving the front panel I O cable from the metal bracket To install a new front panel I O cable do the following 1 Install the front panel I O cable into the cable bracket Press down the clips until the front panel I O cable is secured in place Figure 141 Installing the front panel I O cable into the cable bracket Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 179 ...

Page 186: ...e the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 189 Internal speaker Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 To replace the internal speaker do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on pa...

Page 187: ...9 Install the system board See System board on page 173 Note Ensure that the internal speaker cable is routed underneath the system board 10 Connect the cable of the new internal speaker to the internal speaker connector on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 11 Reinstall the optical drive bracket See Optical drive bracket on page 122 12 Reinstall the direct cooling air baffl...

Page 188: ...1 The Wi Fi units include a Wi Fi adapter card a Wi Fi card module and a Wi Fi antenna Replacing the Wi Fi units involves the following operations Removing the Wi Fi units on page 182 Installing the Wi Fi units on page 186 Removing the Wi Fi units To remove the Wi Fi units do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Unscrew the ...

Page 189: ... comes with a Wi Fi card module that supports the Bluetooth function disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 146 Disconnecting the Bluetooth cable Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 183 ...

Page 190: ...g the PCI card latch 5 Grasp the Wi Fi adapter card that is installed and gently pull it out of the slot Figure 148 Removing the Wi Fi adapter card Note The card fits tightly into the slot If necessary alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until the card is removed from the slot 184 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 191: ... card module Figure 149 Disconnecting the Wi Fi antenna cables 7 Remove the two screws that secure the Wi Fi card module to the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 150 Removing the screws that secure the Wi Fi card module Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 185 ...

Page 192: ...r replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 189 Installing the Wi Fi units To install the Wi Fi units do the following 1 Prepare your computer See Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover on page 99 2 Insert the Wi Fi card module into the mini PCI Express slot on the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 152 Installing the Wi Fi card module 186 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardwa...

Page 193: ...dule to the Wi Fi adapter card Figure 153 Installing the screws to secure the Wi Fi card module 4 Connect the two Wi Fi antenna cables to the Wi Fi card module Figure 154 Connecting the Wi Fi antenna cables Chapter 9 Installing or replacing hardware 187 ...

Page 194: ... it back in until it snaps into position 7 If the installed Wi Fi card module supports the Bluetooth function connect a Bluetooth cable to the Wi Fi adapter card Note The Bluetooth cable connects the Bluetooth connector on the Wi Fi adapter card to the 29 in 1 card reader connector on the system board See Parts on the system board on page 35 188 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manu...

Page 195: ...t 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 65 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 screws are left inside your computer...

Page 196: ... and the bottom of the cover with the corresponding little posts on the chassis Note Keep the handle on the cover latch lifted before you finish reinstalling the computer cover Figure 157 Positioning the computer cover 190 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 197: ...the computer cover See Locking your computer on page 59 7 Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the corresponding connectors on the computer See Hardware locations on page 27 8 Update the configuration of your computer if necessary See Using the Setup Utility program on page 65 9 If a newly installed hardware component does not work normally update the device driver See Keeping your com...

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Page 199: ... Setup Guide provided with your computer contains important safety information product warranty terms initial setup procedure and legal notices Ensure that you read and understand all safety information in the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide before using your computer In addition read and understand Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 before using your computer This pr...

Page 200: ...o reseller or Lenovo marketing representative The following services are available during the warranty period Problem determination Trained service personnel are available to assist you with determining a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem Hardware repair If the problem is caused by hardware under warranty trained service personnel are available to provide th...

Page 201: ...e In some countries fees and restrictions might apply at the time of service To determine whether your computer is eligible for International Warranty Service and to view a list of the countries or regions where service is available go to http www lenovo com support For technical assistance with the installation of or questions related to Service Packs for your preinstalled Microsoft Windows produ...

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Page 203: ...37 v4 E5 2650L v4 E5 2648L v4 E5 1680 v4 E5 1660 v4 E5 1650 v4 E5 1630 v4 E5 1620 v4 2400 MHz 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2640 v4 E5 2630 v4 E5 2630L v4 E5 2628L v4 E5 2623 v4 E5 2620 v4 E5 2618L v4 E5 1650 v3 E5 1620 v3 E5 1607 v4 E5 1603 v4 2133 MHz 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2620 v3 E5 2609 v4 E5 2608L v4 E5 2603 v4 1866 MHz 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2609 v3 1600 MHz Table 3 DIMM type and speed RDIMM PC4 2400 R DIM...

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Page 205: ...nterference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is...

Page 206: ...tallieren und zu betreiben Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der Lenovo verändert bzw wenn Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne Empfehlung der Lenovo gesteckt eingebaut werden Deutschland Einhaltung des Gesetzes über die elekt...

Page 207: ...ation Advertencia En Mexico la operación de este equipo estásujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones 1 es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y 2 este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada Additional regulatory information For additional regulatory information refer to the Regulatory Noti...

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Page 209: ... the WEEE marking must not dispose of end of life EEE as unsorted municipal waste but use the collection framework available to them for the return recycle and recovery of WEEE and to minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances Lenovo electrical and electronic equipment EEE may contain parts and components which at end of li...

Page 210: ...mputers A button shaped lithium battery is installed inside your Lenovo computer to provide power to the computer clock while the computer is off or disconnected from the main power source If you need to replace it with a new one contact your place of purchase or contact Lenovo for service If you need to dispose of a disused lithium battery insulate it with vinyl tape contact your place of purchas...

Page 211: ...ccumulators on the environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous substances Before placing electrical and electronic equipment EEE in the waste collection stream or in waste collection facilities the end user of equipment containing batteries and or accumulators must remove those batteries and accumulators for separate collection Disposing of lithium batteries and battery...

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Page 213: ...triction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment RoHS recast or RoHS 2 For more information about Lenovo worldwide compliance on RoHS go to http www lenovo com social_responsibility us en RoHS_Communication pdf China RoHS Turkish RoHS The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Haza...

Page 214: ...Ukraine RoHS India RoHS RoHS compliant as per E Waste Management Handling Rules 2011 208 ThinkStation P510 and P710 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 215: ...nd the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions For more information about ENERGY STAR go to http www energystar gov Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day to day operations To help in this endeavor set the following power management features to take effect when your computer has been inactive for a specified duration Table 4 ENERGY STAR power management fe...

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Page 217: ...he publication Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the products and or the programs 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 Leno...

Page 218: ... Microsoft group of companies Intel Thunderbolt and Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U S and or other countries Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds DisplayPort and Mini DisplayPort are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association Android is a trademark of Google Inc Other company product or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others 212 Thi...

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