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ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Summary of Contents for ThinkStation P900

Page 1: ...ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types 30A4 and 30A5 ...

Page 2: ... safety information on page 1 and Appendix E Notices on page 203 First Edition October 2014 Copyright Lenovo 2014 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No GS 35F 05925 ...

Page 3: ...ing a disc 48 Using the optical drive 48 Handling and storing a disc 49 Playing and removing a disc 49 Recording a disc 49 Navigating among screens on the Windows 8 1 operating system 50 Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 1 operating system 51 Frequently asked questions 51 Chapter 4 You and your computer 53 Accessibility and comfort 53 Arranging your workspace 53 Comfort 53 Glare and lightin...

Page 4: ... for the Windows 7 operating system 103 Creating and using recovery media 103 Performing backup and recovery operations 104 Creating and using a rescue medium 106 Reinstalling programs and device drivers 106 Solving recovery problems 108 Recovery information for the Windows 8 1 operating system 108 Refreshing your computer 108 Resetting your computer to the factory default settings 108 Using the a...

Page 5: ...otices 191 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 191 Eurasian compliance mark 193 Brazil regulatory notice 193 Mexico regulatory notice 193 Additional regulatory information 193 Appendix B WEEE and recycling information 195 Important WEEE information 195 Recycling information for Japan 195 Recycling information for Brazil 196 Battery recycling information for Taiwan 196 Batte...

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Page 7: ...oubleshoot 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 Copyright Lenovo 2014 v ...

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Page 9: ... 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 or overheating or where...

Page 10: ...device 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 hazard...

Page 11: ... 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 12: ... a meter to measure third wire ground continuity for 0 1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and frame ground b The power cord should be the appropriate type as specified in the parts listings c Insulation must not be frayed or worn 4 Remove the 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 con...

Page 13: ... 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 14: ... or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer If your system has a module containing a lithium battery replace it only with the same module type made 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 requir...

Page 15: ...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 17: ...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 18: ...positivos 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 equ...

Page 19: ...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 23: ...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 24: ... contiennent une diode à laser intégrée de classe 3A ou 3B Prenez connaissance des informations suivantes Rayonnement laser lorsque le carter est ouvert Evitez toute expositiondirecte au rayon laser Evitez de regarder fixement le faisceau ou del observer à l aide d instruments optiques 18 kg 37 lb 32 kg 70 5 lb 55 kg 121 2 lb ATTENTION Soulevez la machine avec précaution ATTENTION L interrupteur d...

Page 25: ...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 26: ...geben 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 Netzschalte...

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Page 29: ...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 30: ...ntengono 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 interrutto...

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Page 32: ...ón mantenimiento o reconfiguración de este producto durante una tormenta eléctrica Conecte todos los cables de alimentación a tomas de corriente debidamente cableadas y conectadas a tierra Cualquier equipo que se conecte a este producto también debe conectarse a tomas de corriente debidamente cableadas Siempre que sea posible utilice una sola mano para conectar o desconectar los cables de señal 24...

Page 33: ...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 34: ...te procedimientos seguros al levantar el equipo PRECAUCIÓN El botón de control de alimentación del dispositivo y el interruptor de alimentación de la fuente de alimentación no desconectan la corriente eléctrica suministrada al dispositivo Además el dispositivo podría tener más de un cable de alimentación Para suprimir toda la corriente eléctrica del dispositivo asegúrese de que todos los cables de...

Page 35: ...section provides the following topics Locating connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer on page 28 Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 29 Locating components on page 30 Locating parts on the system board on page 34 Locating internal drives on page 35 Locating the machine type and model label on page 37 Note The components in your computer might look sli...

Page 36: ...y 3 SD card reader slot 4 Headset connector 5 Always On USB 3 0 connector 6 USB 3 0 connectors 2 7 Diagnostic USB 3 0 connector 8 Optical drive eject close button some models 9 Hard disk drive activity indicator 10 Power indicator Note The orientation of the ThinkStation logo plate on the front of your computer is adjustable When you lay the computer on its side you can slightly pull out the logo ...

Page 37: ...rds available vary by computer model 9 Security lock slot 10 Key nest 11 Ethernet connectors 2 12 PS 2 mouse connector 13 Audio line in connector 14 PCI card area PCI cards available vary by computer model Notes A discrete graphics card or a network interface card can be installed in the appropriate Peripheral Component Interconnect PCI or PCI Express card slot If such a card is installed ensure t...

Page 38: ... computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech recognition software Mini DisplayPort connector Used to attach a high performance monitor a direct drive monitor or other devices that use a Mini DisplayPort connector The Mini DisplayPort connector is a miniaturized version of a DisplayPort connector PS 2 keyboard connector Used to attach a keyboard that uses a Personal System 2 PS 2 ke...

Page 39: ...solid state drive amount and combination vary by model 9 Front fan assembly 10 Multi function bracket 11 Cover presence switch intrusion switch 12 Heat sink and fan assembly 1 13 PCI card vary by computer model 14 Heat sink and fan assembly 2 some models 15 Rear fan assembly 16 Direct cooling air baffle Locating major FRUs and CRUs Figure 4 Locating major FRUs and CRUs on page 32 shows the locatio...

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Page 41: ...elf service CRU Optional service CRU 1 Power supply assembly Yes No 2 Flex adapter some models No Yes 3 M 2 solid state drive some models Yes No 4 Multi function bracket 1 Yes No 5 Front fan assembly 1 Yes No 6 Memory modules amount varies by model Yes No 7 Battery Yes No 8 Optical drive Yes No 9 Front access storage enclosure No Yes 10 Flex module Yes No 11 Hard disk drive hybrid drive or solid s...

Page 42: ...PCI Express 2 0 x4 card slot 2 PCI Express 3 0 x16 graphics card slot 3 PCI Express 3 0 x16 graphics card slot 4 Memory slot 5 Memory slot 6 Memory slot 7 Memory slot 8 Power supply connector 9 Microprocessor fan connector 2 10 Memory slot 11 Memory slot 12 Memory slot 13 Memory slot 14 Flex adapter slot 2 15 Optical drive fan connector 16 4 pin power connector 17 4 pin power connector 18 Front fa...

Page 43: ...s card slot 50 PCI Express 2 0 x1 card slot 51 PCI Express 3 0 x16 graphics card slot 52 Memory slot 53 Memory slot 54 Memory slot 55 Memory slot 56 Rear fan assembly connector 57 Microprocessor 2 some models 58 Front audio connector 59 Internal speaker connector Locating internal drives Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data You can add drives to your computer ...

Page 44: ...gital SD card reader slot with an SD card installed in some models 3 Optical drive bays Depending on your computer model the following devices might be installed in the optical drive bays Optical drive Front access storage enclosure Flex module Note The flex module might be installed with the following IEEE 1394 connector eSATA connector 29 in 1 card reader Slim optical drive 4 Storage drive bays ...

Page 45: ...ollowing On the Microsoft Windows 7 operation system click Start right click Computer and select Properties to view the information On the Microsoft Windows 8 1 operating system go to the desktop and move your pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Then click Settings PC info to view the information Memory Your computer supports up to 16 double data rat...

Page 46: ...llowing connectors DisplayPort connector DVI connector Mini DisplayPort connector Audio features Integrated audio controller supports the following connectors and devices on your computer Audio line in connector Audio line out connector Headset connector Internal speaker Microphone connectors Input Output I O features 100 1000 Mbps Ethernet connector 9 pin serial connectors Audio connectors audio ...

Page 47: ...ive Management Technology is hardware and firmware based technology that makes computers easier and less expensive for businesses to monitor maintain update upgrade and repair Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise RSTe Intel RSTe is a device driver that provides support for SATA or SAS Redundant Array of Independent Disks RAID 0 1 5 and 10 arrays on specific Intel chipset system boards to enha...

Page 48: ...n see Chapter 5 Security on page 59 Preinstalled operating system Your computer is preinstalled with one of the following operating systems Windows 7 operating system Windows 8 1 operating system Operating system s certified or tested for compatibility varies by model type The operating system s listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press ...

Page 49: ...perating system preinstalled the programs might vary Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system You can access Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system through Windows Search or from Control Panel The icon name displayed in the search result or Control Panel might be different from the program name You can find the program by its program name or icon name as shown in the ...

Page 50: ...edia Lenovo Factory Recovery Disks or Create Recovery Media Rescue and Recovery Lenovo Enhanced Backup and Restore System Update Lenovo Update and Drivers Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 1 operating system If your computer is preinstalled with the Windows 8 1 operating system you can access Lenovo programs by doing the following Press the Windows key to go to the Start screen Click a Le...

Page 51: ...items from personal computers smartphones or tablets As a result you can access edit and share your files from anywhere With Lenovo Reach you also can add your favorite Web services to your cloud desktop and stay logged in to Web sites with the cloud password manager Lenovo SHAREit Windows 7 and Windows 8 1 The Lenovo SHAREit program provides a quick and easy way to share files and folders among c...

Page 52: ...if you cannot start the Windows operating system System Update Windows 7 and Windows 8 1 The System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up to date by downloading and installing software update packages Examples of these software update packages include Lenovo programs device drivers UEFI BIOS updates and other third party programs 44 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance M...

Page 53: ...ur computer connected to the Internet For Windows 7 The preinstalled Lenovo Product Registration program launches automatically after you have used your computer for a time Follow the instructions on the screen to register your computer For Windows 8 1 Open the Lenovo Support program Then click Registration and follow the instructions on the screen to register your computer Note For detailed infor...

Page 54: ...nkVantage Fingerprint Software Using the wheel mouse The wheel mouse has the following controls 1 Primary mouse button Use this button to select or start a program or menu item 2 Wheel Use the wheel to control the scrolling action of the mouse The direction in which you rotate the wheel controls the direction of the scrolling action 3 Secondary mouse button Use this button to display a menu for th...

Page 55: ...lick Hardware and Sound Power Options 3 In the left panel click Choose what the power button does 4 In the Shutdown setting section clear Turn on fast startup Note If the settings are unavailable click Change settings that are currently unavailable 5 Click Save changes Setting the computer volume An audio controller is built into the computer system board to support the audio connectors on your co...

Page 56: ...to increase or down to decrease the volume Using a disc This section provides information about the following topics Using the optical drive on page 48 Handling and storing a disc on page 49 Playing and removing a disc on page 49 Recording a disc on page 49 Using the optical drive Depending on the model your computer is equipped with one of the following optical drives CD ROM drive Used to read CD...

Page 57: ...on 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 off your computer Then insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole adjacent to the eject c...

Page 58: ...ing a touch screen Do one of the following From the desktop tap the Windows screen control icon in the bottom left corner of the screen From any other workspace do one of the following Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen Tap the Windows screen control icon at the bottom Swipe in from the right e...

Page 59: ...h Control Panel To access Control Panel on the Windows 8 1 operating system do one of the following From the desktop 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms 2 Click Settings 3 Click Control Panel From the Start screen 1 Click the down arrow in the bottom left corner of the screen to go to the Apps screen 2 Scroll to the right side and click Co...

Page 60: ...lp Additionally the Windows 8 1 operating system provides a Help Tips application that you can open from the Start screen or Apps screen How can I change the Windows 8 1 startup behavior to open either the desktop or the Start screen On the Windows 8 1 operating system you can set the computer to open either the desktop or the Start screen by default To set the default startup screen do the follow...

Page 61: ...you arrange your workspace Comfort Although no single working position is ideal for everyone here are a few guidelines to help you find a position that suits you best Sitting in the same position for a long time can cause fatigue The backrest and seat of your chair should adjust independently and provide good support The seat should have a curved front to relieve pressure on the thighs Adjust the ...

Page 62: ...ir vents usually 51 mm 2 inches of air space is sufficient Also ensure that the vented air is not blowing on people Electrical outlets and cable lengths The following factors might determine the final placement of your computer Location of electrical outlets Length of power cords Length of the cables that are connected to the monitor and other devices When arranging your workspace Avoid the use of...

Page 63: ... Then type Narrator into the search field In the list of results click Narrator For Windows 8 1 Move your pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms and click Search Then type Narrator into the search field In the list of results click Narrator For more information about how to use and configure Narrator see the Windows Help and Support information system S...

Page 64: ...harms and click Search Then type Magnifier into the search field In the list of results click Magnifier For more information about how to use and configure Magnifier see the Windows Help and Support information system Note For touch screen computer models you also can zoom in and zoom out by using touch gestures instead of the keyboard See Zoom on page 56 Zoom You can use the zoom feature to enlar...

Page 65: ...multi touch screen To open On Screen Keyboard do the following For Windows 7 Click the Start button Then type On Screen Keyboard into the search field In the list of results click On Screen Keyboard For Windows 8 1 Move your pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms and click Search Then type On Screen Keyboard into the search field In the list of results ...

Page 66: ...the documentation through a screen reader Each image in the documentation also includes adequate alternative text so that visually impaired users can understand the image when they use a screen reader 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 you relocate your computer to...

Page 67: ...presence switch detects that your computer cover is not correctly installed or closed an error message will be displayed To bypass the error message and log in to the operating system do the following 1 Properly install or close your computer cover See Completing the parts replacement on page 183 2 Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program Then press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility progra...

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Page 69: ...same type of lock used with many notebook computers You can order such a cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at http www lenovo com support Figure 9 Kensington style cable lock Using passwords You can set a variety of passwords through the Microsoft Windows operating system and through the BIOS of your computer to help deter unauthorized use of your computer BIOS passwords ...

Page 70: ...ot Authentication or Erase Fingerprint Data as desired and press Enter 4 Select the desired settings and press Enter 5 Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit Using and understanding firewalls A firewall can be hardware software or a combination of both depending on the level of security required Firewalls work on a set of rules to...

Page 71: ...For more information about how to use your antivirus software refer to the help system of your antivirus software Chapter 5 Security 63 ...

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Page 73: ...essage will be displayed You must do one of the following Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program Note After you enter the Setup Utility program press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit The error message will not be displayed again Press F2 to bypass the error message and log in to the operating system Note You have to enable th...

Page 74: ...ange any configuration settings Hard disk password Setting a hard disk password prevents unauthorized access to the data on the hard disk drive When a hard disk password is set you are prompted to enter a valid password each time you try to access the hard disk drive Notes After you set a hard disk password your data on the hard disk drive is protected even if the hard disk drive is removed from o...

Page 75: ...on for approximately 10 seconds Then turn off the computer by holding the power button for approximately five seconds 7 Repeat step 1 through step 2 8 Move the Clear CMOS Recovery jumper back to the standard position pin 1 and pin 2 9 Reinstall the computer cover and connect the power cord See Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Enabling or disabling a device This section provides informa...

Page 76: ... Sequence Read the information displayed on the right side of the screen 4 Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program See Exiting the Setup Utility program on page 69 Enabling ErP LPS compliance mode Lenovo computers meet the eco design requirements of the ErP Lot 3 regulation For more information go to http www lenovo com ecodeclaration You can enable ErP LPS compliance mode in ...

Page 77: ...ttings select Exit Discard Changes and Exit and then press Enter When the Reset Without Saving window displays select Yes and then press Enter to exit the Setup Utility program If you want to return to the default settings press F9 to load the default settings and then press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program Updating or recovering the BIOS Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to...

Page 78: ...he update files For most models you can download an update program that can be used to create a system program update disc or be run from the operating system Changing the BIOS settings before installing a new operating system BIOS settings vary by operating system Change the BIOS settings before installing a new operating system To change the BIOS settings do the following 1 Start the Setup Utili...

Page 79: ... program on page 69 To update the BIOS from a disc do the following 1 Turn off your computer 2 Press the power button to turn on the computer Then repeatedly press and release the F12 key until the Startup Device Menu window opens 3 From the Startup Device Menu window select the desired optical drive as the startup device Then insert the disc into this optical drive and press Enter The update begi...

Page 80: ...tion pin 1 and pin 2 11 Reconnect any cables that were disconnected and reinstall the PCI card if removed 12 Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect any cables that were disconnected 13 Press the power button to turn on the computer and restart the operating system Configuring RAID This chapter provides instructions on how to install hard disk drives and configure Redundant Array of Independent...

Page 81: ... one to five hard disk drives is required If any SAS hard disk drives are installed the SAS hard disk drive enablement module one to five hard disk drives is required Configuring SATA or SAS RAID functionality with the Intel RSTe configuration utility This section describes the information about configuring SATA or SAS RAID functionality with the Intel RSTe configuration utility Note The Intel RST...

Page 82: ...ize Press the up and down arrow keys to select a strip size e Capacity Customize the capacity of the RAID volume The default RAID volume is the largest value 4 Press Enter to finish configuring all the five options When prompted press Y to confirm the creation of the new RAID volume 5 After the new RAID volume is created the information about the RAID volume will be displayed under DISK VOLUME INF...

Page 83: ...tware User Guide that is available at http support lenovo com en_US guides and manuals detail page DocID UM007543 This section provides information about the following topics Installing SATA or SAS hard disk drives on page 75 Entering the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility on page 76 Creating RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility on page 76 Deleting RAID volumes using...

Page 84: ...n the screen 2 Press Ctrl H to enter the CONTROLLER SELECTION window 3 Select the controller you want to configure and then click Start to enter the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility Creating RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility This section provides instructions on how to create RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility To create RAID volumes u...

Page 85: ...D BIOS configuration utility This section provides instructions on how to delete RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility To delete RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility do the following 1 Enter the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility See Entering the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility on page 76 2 Click the virtual hard disk drives you want ...

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Page 87: ...d and install the appropriate device driver Attention Do not download the latest device drivers from the Windows Update Web site The device drivers provided on the Windows Update Web site have not been tested by Lenovo and using them might cause unexpected problems Obtain the latest device drivers from Lenovo Updating your operating system You can update your operating system through the system up...

Page 88: ...rograms on the Windows 8 1 operating system on page 42 If System Update is not currently installed on your computer you can download it from the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support Cleaning and maintenance With appropriate care and maintenance your computer will serve you reliably The following topics offer information to help you keep your computer in top working order Basics H...

Page 89: ...on 5 Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer 6 Turn your computer back on Display screen Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare Remember to clean your monitor screen periodically Cleaning a flat panel monitor surface To clean the flexible film surface of a flat panel computer display wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth or blow on the screen to remove grit and other loose particle...

Page 90: ...r USB storage drives 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 Moving your computer Take the following precautions before moving your computer 1 Back up all files and data from the hard disk drive There are a variety of backup programs availab...

Page 91: ...ched on The power indicator on the front of the computer is on The computer voltage matches the voltage available at the electrical outlet for your country or region The monitor screen is blank Ensure that The monitor signal cable is correctly connected to the monitor and to the appropriate monitor connector on the computer The monitor power cord is correctly connected to the monitor and to a work...

Page 92: ...on settings do not solve the problem or have adverse effects To restore a captured configuration do the following For Windows 7 Click Start Control Panel System and Security System System Protection System Restore For Windows 8 1 Open Control Panel and then click System and Security System System Protection System Restore Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 1 se...

Page 93: ...tor Note When external speaker or headphone cables are attached to the audio connector the internal speaker if present is disabled In most cases if an audio adapter is installed in one of the expansion slots the audio function built into the system board is disabled Therefore you must use the audio connectors on the audio adapter Ensure that the program you are running is designed for use in the M...

Page 94: ...ence on page 68 for information on viewing and changing the startup sequence Note that on some models the startup sequence is permanently set and cannot be changed DVD problems This section provides solutions to DVD related problems Black screen instead of DVD video Solutions Restart the DVD player program Try a lower screen resolution or color depth Close any open files and then restart the compu...

Page 95: ...correct hard disk drive on page 87 Some or all hard disk drives missing from the Setup Utility program Symptom Some or all hard disk drives missing from the Setup Utility program Actions Ensure that all hard disk drive signal cables and power cables are connected correctly Ensure that your computer is configured correctly to support the hard disk drives If your computer is installed with five SATA...

Page 96: ...d use the help system in the Enhanced Performance Customization Keyboard program to help diagnose problems To open the Enhanced Performance Customization Keyboard program do one of the following On Windows 7 1 Click Start Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Devices and Printers 4 Double click USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard On Windows 8 1 1 Open Control Panel For more information se...

Page 97: ...n provides solutions to monitor related problems My screen goes blank while the computer is on Solutions Your screen saver or power management might have been enabled Do one of the following Press a key to exit the screen saver Press the power button to resume the computer from sleep or hibernation mode The monitor works when I turn on the computer but goes blank when I start some application prog...

Page 98: ... driver might not be the latest or is disabled Right click the highlighted adapter to update the driver 5 Click Update Driver Software and then follow the instructions on the screen On Windows 8 1 1 Open Control Panel For more information see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 1 operating system on page 51 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Device Manager Type the administrator password or p...

Page 99: ...ution Free up hard disk drive space Method 1 1 Click Start Computer on Windows 7 or open File Explorer on Windows 8 1 2 Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties 3 Click Disk Cleanup and then follow the instructions on the screen Method 2 1 Open Control Panel Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 1 oper...

Page 100: ...ot work Solutions If you are using IEEE approved printer signal cables do the following 1 Connect the printer signal cable firmly to the correct parallel serial or USB connector on the computer 2 Load the paper correctly 3 Turn on the printer and keep the printer online If you are using non IEEE approved printer signal cables do the following 1 Correctly install device drivers and software that co...

Page 101: ...rmation 2 Verify that other software works correctly on your computer 3 Verify that the software you are using works on another computer If you received any error messages while using the program see the printed documentation that comes with the program or the help system for solutions Check if any updates are available from your manufacturer or Web site Many software manufacturers make updates av...

Page 102: ...ter running the program save and print the log files You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative For additional information refer to the Lenovo Solution Center help system UEFI diagnostic program A UEFI diagnostic program is preinstalled on the computer It enables you to test memory modules and internal storage devices view system information and check a...

Page 103: ...ailable for transfer through the diagnostic USB connector only when text and a numerical error code is displayed on the four digit diagnostic display In normal conditions the diagnostic USB connector functions as a standard USB 3 0 connector 3 Depending on whether you are using a USB key or an Android device such as a smartphone do one of the following If you are using a USB key go to http www len...

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Page 105: ...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 97 If you do receive the correct response proceed to step 7 on page 97 6 Look at the following conditions ...

Page 106: ...e set 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 97 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...

Page 107: ...onnection 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 describes the beep symptoms Beep symptom FRU Action 2 short beeps CMOS setting error Common error code see the detail failure informa...

Page 108: ...ore than one external fingerprint reader are attached Power off and remove all but the reader that you set up within your main operating system If more than one external fingerprint reader are connected to a computer this error message will be displayed to inform you to remove all of the fingerprint keyboards except the one compatible with the fingerprint application on your computer 1962 No opera...

Page 109: ...stem 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 Vi...

Page 110: ...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 followin...

Page 111: ...ructions on the screen 3 When the installation process finishes the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon is activated This section contains the following topics Creating and using recovery media on page 103 Performing backup and recovery operations on page 104 Creating and using a rescue medium on page 106 Reinstalling programs and device drivers on page 106 Solving recovery problems on page 108 Creat...

Page 112: ...installing programs and device drivers on page 106 Performing backup and recovery operations The Rescue and Recovery program enables you to back up all your hard disk drive contents including the operating system data files software programs and personal settings You can store the backup at the following locations The Rescue and Recovery workspace The secondary hard disk drive if a secondary hard ...

Page 113: ... up your hard disk drive using the Rescue and Recovery program you can restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup even if you cannot start the Windows operating system Restore your hard disk drive to the factory default state You can restore the complete contents of your hard disk drive to the factory default state even if you cannot start the Windows operating system If you hav...

Page 114: ...ate a rescue medium using a disc a USB storage drive with sufficient capacity or a secondary internal hard disk drive 5 Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen to create a rescue medium Using a rescue medium Depending on whether you have created a rescue medium using a disc or a USB hard disk drive do one of the following If you have created a rescue medium using a disc do the following...

Page 115: ...bfolder 5 Do one of the following Locate the EXE file Double click the EXE file and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation Locate the readme file with the txt extension The device driver installation information is included in the readme file Follow the instructions to complete the installation If the device subfolder contains an INF file and you want to install the dev...

Page 116: ...or future use Recovery information for the Windows 8 1 operating system This section contains the following topics Refreshing your computer on page 108 Resetting your computer to the factory default settings on page 108 Using the advanced startup options on page 109 Recovering your operating system if Windows 8 1 fails to start on page 109 Refreshing your computer If your computer does not perform...

Page 117: ... click Restart now Troubleshoot Advanced options 3 Restart your computer following the instructions on the screen Recovering your operating system if Windows 8 1 fails to start The Windows recovery environment on your computer is capable of operating independently from the Windows 8 1 operating system It enables you to recover or repair the operating system even if the Windows 8 1 operating system...

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Page 119: ...n a smooth level surface and place the part on the package Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface Installing or replacing hardware This section provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for your computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer and maintain your computer by installing or replacing hardware Attention Do not open your computer or...

Page 120: ...mputer cover See Locking the computer cover and Attaching a Kensington style cable lock 3 Press the pit 1 so that the handle 2 is lifted Then pivot the handle to the left as shown and pull the handle to remove the cover from the chassis 1 2 Figure 10 Removing the computer cover Installing or replacing an internal storage drive Depending on your computer model your computer might come with one or m...

Page 121: ...e 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 To install or replace a 3 5 inch storage drive in a hard disk drive bay do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and...

Page 122: ...ive flex the sides of the bracket to release the four pins 1 from the storage drive Then remove the storage drive from the bracket 1 Figure 12 Removing the storage drive from the bracket 114 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 123: ... 2 faces upward Then flex the sides of the bracket and align the four pins 1 on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the storage drive Note Do not touch the circuit board 2 of the storage drive 1 2 Figure 13 Installing the storage drive into the bracket Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 115 ...

Page 124: ...owing 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle on page 128 4 Locate...

Page 125: ...wn to open the cover of the front access storage enclosure 1 Figure 16 Opening the cover of the front access storage enclosure c Open the handles on both sides of the hard disk drive bracket Then pull the bracket with the storage drive out of the front access storage enclosure d Remove the storage drive from the bracket See step 5 on page 113 6 Install the new storage drive into the storage drive ...

Page 126: ...stalling or replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive in a hard disk drive bay on page 118 Installing or replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive with a converter in a hard disk drive bay on page 120 Installing or replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive in an optical drive bay on page 123 Installing or replacing a 2 5 inch storage drive in a hard disk drive bay Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any rep...

Page 127: ...installing a storage drive go to step 6 If you are replacing a storage drive flex the sides of the bracket to release the four pins 1 from the storage drive Then remove the storage drive from the bracket 1 Figure 18 Removing the storage drive from the bracket Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 119 ...

Page 128: ...ention 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 install or replace a 2 5 inch storage drive with a 2 5 inch to 3 5 inch converter in a hard disk drive bay do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cord...

Page 129: ...dapter from the converter If you are replacing a storage drive do the following a Remove the converter from the bracket See step 5 on page 113 b Pivot tab 1 on the metal adapter upward and push the adapter to the rear of the converter as shown until the four tabs on the adapter are slide into the notches 2 Then pivot the adapter as shown to remove it with the storage drive from the converter 1 2 F...

Page 130: ...the adapter 6 Note the orientation of the connector on the new storage drive Then flex the sides of the adapter and align the four pins 1 with the corresponding holes in the storage drive Note Do not touch the circuit board if accessible of the 2 5 inch storage drive 1 Figure 23 Installing the storage drive into the adapter 122 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 131: ...n optical drive bay do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling ...

Page 132: ... replacing an M 2 solid state drive 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 install or replace an M 2 solid state drive do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlet...

Page 133: ...rive align the notch 1 on the new M 2 solid state drive with the slot key 2 in the M 2 slot Then insert the solid state drive into an M 2 slot until it is secured tightly so that the notch 3 is aligned with the corresponding screw hole in the flex adapter Install the screw to secure the solid state drive Note Ensure that the side with the circuit board is upward Do not touch the circuit board of t...

Page 134: ... and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the cover presence switch bracket 4 Locate the cover presence switch bracket See Locating components on page 30 5 Note the routing of the cover presence switch cable and then disconnect the cover presence switch ca...

Page 135: ...ch from the bracket 8 Insert the end of the new cover presence switch with the post into the circle clip 2 Ensure that the clip 1 is placed between the two branched cables of the new cover presence switch Then press the cover presence switch downward until it snaps into position 2 1 Figure 30 Installing the cover presence switch into the bracket Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 127 ...

Page 136: ...on To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle 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 remove the direct cooling air baffle do the following 1 Remove all media from the d...

Page 137: ...3 Pull the direct cooling air baffle outward by its handle 1 to remove it from the chassis 1 Figure 32 Removing the direct cooling air baffle Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 129 ...

Page 138: ...tion of the direct cooling air baffle slightly to avoid any interference with other components in the chassis 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 183 Removing and installing a device in an optical drive bay Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any re...

Page 139: ...which you want to remove an optical drive See Locating internal drives on page 35 5 Disconnect the cables from the optical drive Note If you remove a flex module or a front access storage enclosure you might need to disconnect the cables from the device a PCI card or the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 1 Press the tab 1 downward and push the optical drive to the fron...

Page 140: ...e of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing or replacing a device in the flex module Important Before you replace any FRU be sure to read and understand Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page 1 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a device in ...

Page 141: ...oving the flex module cover 3 If you are installing a new slim optical drive go to step 4 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 37 Removing the slim optical drive from the flex module Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 133 ...

Page 142: ...the two screws to secure the plastic clip on the rear of the new slim optical drive Figure 39 Installing the plastic clip to the slim optical drive 5 Slide the new slim optical drive with the plastic clip into the flex module until the slim optical drive snaps into position Figure 40 Installing the slim optical drive in the flex module 134 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 143: ...ling or replacing a 29 in 1 card reader in the flex module To install or replace a 29 in 1 card reader in the flex module do the following 1 Slide the flex module out of the front of the computer See Removing and installing a device in an optical drive bay on page 130 2 Lift the clip 1 on the side of the flex module upward and slide the flex module cover to the rear of the flex module to remove th...

Page 144: ...rd reader from the bracket Figure 44 Removing the card reader from the card reader retaining bracket 4 To install the a new card reader into the card reader retaining bracket align the four holes in the card reader with the corresponding studs on the bracket and then press the new card reader downward until it snaps into position Figure 45 Installing the card reader into the card reader retaining ...

Page 145: ...ion Figure 47 Reinstalling the flex module cover 7 Connect the card reader cable to the USB 2 0 connector or card reader connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 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 183 Installing or repla...

Page 146: ... IEEE 1394 connector do the following a Disconnect the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable from the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 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 49 Removing the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector in the flex module 138 ThinkStation P900 Ha...

Page 147: ...s on the flex module Then push the cover to the front of the flex module until it snaps into position Figure 51 Reinstalling the flex module cover 7 Connect the eSATA connector or IEEE 1394 connector cable to the corresponding connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To compl...

Page 148: ...11 3 If necessary remove the direct cooling air baffle for easier operation See Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle on page 128 4 Locate the multi function bracket you want to remove See Locating components on page 30 5 If you are replacing the multi function bracket installed in the upper position of the chassis remove the power supply assembly See Replacing the power supply a...

Page 149: ...front fan assemblies 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 CAUTION Hazardous moving parts Keep fingers and other body parts away To replace the front fan assemblies do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disco...

Page 150: ...oving the front fan assembly 5 Slide the front fan assembly into the multi function bracket until it snaps into position Figure 55 Installing the front fan assembly What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 142 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 151: ...rt that has the following label attached Hazardous voltage current and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached There are no serviceable parts inside these components If you suspect a problem with one of these parts contact a service technician To replace the power supply assembly do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devic...

Page 152: ...o the power supply assembly bay until it snaps into position Pivot the handle to the closed position to ensure that the new power supply assembly is fully installed into position 1 Figure 57 Installing the power supply assembly What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on p...

Page 153: ... of the battery To replace the battery do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Removing and reinstalling ...

Page 154: ...ollowing flex adapters might be installed in the flex adapter slots Flex adapter with two mini SAS HD connectors Flex adapter with one SATA 3 0 connector one USB 2 0 connector and two mini SAS HD connectors Flex adapter with two M 2 slots with the M 2 solid state drive installed in some models To install or replace a flex adapter do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all...

Page 155: ...unction bracket Then grasp the failing flex adapter by its edges and gently pull it out of the flex adapter slot Notes If there is any cable connected to the failing flex adapter disconnect the cable first The flex adapter might fit tightly into the flex adapter slot If necessary alternately move each side of the adapter a small amount until it is removed from the slot 1 2 Figure 61 Removing the f...

Page 156: ...ard of the flex adapter Ensure that you install the flex adapter only into a flex adapter slot Do not install the flex adapter into a PCI or PCI Express card slot 1 2 Figure 62 Installing the flex adapter 7 Pivot the tab 1 downward until it snaps into position Ensure that the latch inside the multi function bracket is closed 1 Figure 63 Closing the card latch 8 If a device only works with its cabl...

Page 157: ...rom the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the PCI card slots 4 Locate the PCI card slot in which you want to install or replace a PCI c...

Page 158: ... 2 until it stops and then pivot it to the left until it stops The PCI card latch 1 is opened 2 1 Figure 65 Opening the PCI card latch b Remove the appropriate metal slot cover on the rear of the chassis If you are replacing a PCI card do the following 150 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 159: ...f the PCI card slot lift the handle 2 until it stops and then pivot it to the left until it stops The PCI card latch 1 is opened 2 1 Figure 66 Opening the PCI card latch Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 151 ...

Page 160: ... held in place by a retaining latch press the card retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch Grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot The card fits tightly into the card slot If necessary alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot Figure 67 Removing the PCI card 152 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 161: ...the PCI card slot Then insert the new PCI card downward into the card slot until it is secured tightly See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 Note Do not touch the circuit board of the PCI card 1 2 Figure 68 Installing the PCI card Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 153 ...

Page 162: ...tion To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing or replacing a full length PCI Express 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 Your computer has the following PCI card slots PCI Express x1 card slot PCI Express x...

Page 163: ...e system board on page 34 Note If your computer is installed with only one microprocessor refer to the order of installing PCI cards shown on the left figure If your computer is installed with two microprocessors refer to the order of installing PCI cards shown on the right figure 3 4 2 5 1 5 7 2 8 1 6 3 4 Figure 70 The order of installing PCI cards 5 Remove the direct cooling air baffle if it imp...

Page 164: ... the handle 4 until it stops and then pivot it to the left until it stops The card latch 3 is opened 4 1 2 3 Figure 71 Opening PCI card latches b Remove the metal slot cover of the PCI card slot on the rear of the chassis If you are replacing a full length PCI Express card do the following 156 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 165: ...power cable from the full length PCI Express card and then grasp the card that is currently installed and gently pull it out of the slot Notes If the card is held in place by a retaining latch press the card retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch Grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot The card fits tightly into the card slot If necessary alternate moving each side of the card...

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Page 167: ...ot key 2 in the PCI card slot Then insert the new card downward into the card slot until it is secured tightly See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 Note Do not touch the circuit board of the PCI card 1 2 Figure 74 Installing the full length PCI Express card Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware 159 ...

Page 168: ...ete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Installing or replacing the super capacitor module 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 install or replace the super capacitor module do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives a...

Page 169: ...dule 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 Installing or replacing a PCI card on page 149 c Gently pivot the plastic retaining clip 1 as shown and remove the failing super capacitor module from the holder at the same time 1 Figure 76 Re...

Page 170: ...ing or replacing a PCI card on page 149 Note It is recommended that you use the PCI Express card slot with the fewest lanes 10 Connect the super capacitor module cable to the super capacitor module connector on the RAID card using the extended cable shipped with the super capacitor module Figure 78 Connecting the cable of the super capacitor module to the RAID card 11 Reinstall the direct cooling ...

Page 171: ... up to a maximum of 128 GB Use 8 GB or 16 GB RDIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of 256 GB Use 32 GB LRDIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of 512 GB To install or replace a memory module do the following 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Remove the direct cooling air ba...

Page 172: ...to which you want to install the memory module Figure 80 Opening retaining clips If you are replacing a memory module open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot Figure 81 Removing the memory module 164 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 173: ...rmation on page 1 CAUTION The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot Before you open the computer cover turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool Depending on your computer model your computer might be installed with one or two heat sink and fan assemblies To replace the heat sink and fan assemblies do the following 1 Remove all media from the drives and turn ...

Page 174: ...assembly position the new heat sink and fan assembly on the system board so that the four screws are aligned with the holes on the system board Note Position the new heat sink and fan assembly so that the heat sink and fan assembly cable is toward the heat sink and fan assembly connector on the system board 10 Follow the following sequence to install the four screws to secure the new heat sink and...

Page 175: ...e all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle on page 128 4 Locate the rear fan...

Page 176: ...sor Installing the second microprocessor 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 This topic provides instructions on how to install the second microprocessor Depending on the model your computer might come with one or two microprocessors For computer models with one microprocesso...

Page 177: ...m electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 111 3 Remove the direct cooling air baffle See Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle on page 128 4 Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board 5 Locate the microprocessor socket 2 on the system board See Locat...

Page 178: ... microprocessor to any unpainted surface on the outside of the computer Then remove the new microprocessor from the package 9 Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor Do not touch the pins on the microprocessor socket or the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor Figure 88 Do not touch the pins 17...

Page 179: ...ientation when this indicator faces the beveled corner 4 of the microprocessor socket Figure 89 Installing the microprocessor 11 Remove the plastic microprocessor socket cover Store the microprocessor socket cover in case that you later remove the microprocessor and need the socket cover to protect the pins on the socket Note Do not remove the socket cover until you install a microprocessor into t...

Page 180: ...small handle marked with Always follow the correct sequence when you close the small handles Figure 92 Securing the microprocessor in the socket 14 Install the new heat sink and fan assembly that comes with the microprocessor option kit See Replacing the heat sink and fan assemblies on page 165 What to do next To work with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the ins...

Page 181: ...all two microprocessors into your computer use the E5 2600 v3 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 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect al...

Page 182: ...all handle 1 by following the same instructions Ensure that the small handles are in the fully open position Figure 93 Opening the handles 8 Gently press down the small handle 2 to open the microprocessor retainer Pivot the retainer upward until it is in the fully open position Figure 94 Opening the microprocessor retainer 174 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 183: ...ket pins must be kept as clean as possible Figure 95 Removing the microprocessor 10 Touch the static protective package that contains the new microprocessor to any unpainted surface on the outside of the computer Then remove the new microprocessor from the package 11 Remove the new microprocessor from the protective cover that protects the gold contacts on the bottom of the new microprocessor Do n...

Page 184: ...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 beveled corner 4 of the microprocessor socket Figure 97 Installing the microprocessor 13 Pivot the microprocessor retainer downward to close the retainer Figure 98 Closing the microprocessor retainer ...

Page 185: ...installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Replacing the system board 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 This section provides instructions on how to replace the system board CAUTION The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot Befor...

Page 186: ...length PCI Express card that is installed See Installing or replacing a full length PCI Express card on page 154 12 Remove the memory modules that are installed See Installing or replacing a memory module on page 163 13 Remove the heat sink and fan assemblies See Replacing the heat sink and fan assemblies on page 165 14 Record the cable routing and cable connections and then disconnect all cables ...

Page 187: ... Chapter 11 Installing or replacing hardware on page 111 Connect all cables to the new system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 19 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 handling Install the microprocessor socket covers removed from the ...

Page 188: ...iner 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 103 Securing the microprocessor in the socket 180 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 189: ...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 Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer Then disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer 2 Remove the computer cover...

Page 190: ...by the two tabs Figure 106 Installing the internal speaker 8 Reconnect the speaker cable to the internal speaker connector on the system board See Locating parts on the system board on page 34 9 Reinstall the system board See Replacing the system board on page 177 10 Reinstall the direct cooling air baffle See Removing and reinstalling the direct cooling air baffle on page 128 182 ThinkStation P90...

Page 191: ...ork with another piece of hardware go to the appropriate section To complete the installation or replacement go to Completing the parts replacement on page 183 Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts you must reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables Depending on the parts you installed or replaced you might need to confirm the update...

Page 192: ...k slot See Attaching a Kensington style cable lock on page 61 6 Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer See Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 29 7 To update your configuration refer to Using the Setup Utility program on page 65 Note In most areas of the world Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit CRU Information about thi...

Page 193: ...er contains information on safety setup warranty and notices The safety information in the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide provides information you need to know before setting up and using this product Read and understand all safety information provided in the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide before using this product The information in Chapter 1 Read this first Important safety information on page...

Page 194: ...e problem see the documentation that comes with the operating system or software program including readme files and online help Most computers come with a diagnostic program that help you identify hardware problems You can also get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates from Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support Calling for service During the warr...

Page 195: ...nal Warranty Service which automatically entitles you to obtain warranty service throughout the warranty period Service will be performed by service providers authorized to perform warranty service Service methods and procedures vary by country and some services might not be available in all countries International Warranty Service is delivered through the method of service such as depot carry in ...

Page 196: ...ice availability and service name might vary by country or region For more information about these services go to the Lenovo Web site at http www lenovo com 188 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 197: ...5 1630 v3 E5 1620 v3 2133 MHz 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2640 v3 E5 2630 v3 E5 2623 v3 E5 2620 v3 E5 2630L v3 E5 1607 v3 E5 1603 v3 1866 MHz 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2609 v3 E5 2603 v3 1600 MHz Table 4 DIMM type and speed RDIMM PC4 2133 R DIMM operating voltage Microprocessor model Memory frequency 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2699 v3 E5 2698 v3 E5 2697 v3 E5 2695 V3 E5 2690 v3 E5 2685 v3 E5 2683 v3 E5 2680 v3 E5 2670...

Page 198: ...ge Microprocessor model Memory frequency v3 E5 1650 v3 E5 1630 v3 E5 1620 v3 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2640 v3 E5 2630 v3 E5 2623 v3 E5 2620 v3 E5 2630L v3 E5 1607 v3 E5 1603 v3 1866 MHz 1 2 V Intel Xeon E5 2609 v3 E5 2603 v3 1600 MHz 190 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 199: ...hich 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 connected Consult an authorized dealer or ser...

Page 200: ...installieren 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 el...

Page 201: ...ndiciones 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 Notice shipped with your computer Depending on the configuration of your computer and the coun...

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Page 203: ...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 For additional WEEE information go to http www lenovo com recycling Recycling information for Japan Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo compute...

Page 204: ...Disposal of a lithium battery must comply with local ordinances and regulations Recycling information for Brazil Declarações de Reciclagem no Brasil Descarte de um Produto Lenovo Fora de Uso Equipamentos elétricos e eletrônicos não devem ser descartados em lixo comum mas enviados à pontos de coleta autorizados pelo fabricante do produto para que sejam encaminhados e processados por empresas especi...

Page 205: ...o indicate that they are to be collected separately and recycled at end of life The label on the battery may also include a chemical symbol for the metal concerned in the battery Pb for lead Hg for mercury and Cd for cadmium Users of batteries and accumulators must not dispose of batteries and accumulators as unsorted municipal waste but use the collection framework available to customers for the ...

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Page 207: ...azardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment RoHS recast or RoHS 2 For more information about Lenovo progress 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 Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electroni...

Page 208: ...Ukraine RoHS India RoHS RoHS compliant as per E Waste Management Handling Rules 2011 200 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenance Manual ...

Page 209: ... electricity Reduced electrical consumption contributes to potential financial savings a cleaner environment and 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 tak...

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Page 211: ...e publication Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time without notice The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons The information contained in this document does not affect or change Len...

Page 212: ... of the Microsoft group of companies Intel and Thunderbolt 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 204 T...

Page 213: ...ors rear 29 connectors controls indicators front 28 considerations passwords 66 cover presence switch intrusion switch replacing 126 creating and using a rescue medium 106 creating and using recovery media 103 CRU completing the installation 183 CRUs Customer Replaceable Units returning defective 31 customer support center 186 D deleting a password 66 Description 30 device drivers 184 devices hand...

Page 214: ...12 super capacitor module 160 installing options memory module 163 internal drives 38 internal speaker replacing 181 internal storage drive installing 112 replacing 112 K Kensington style cable lock 61 keyboard replacing 183 L Lenovo Solution Center 94 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 185 locating components 30 31 lock key lock 59 looking up part numbers v 31 M M 2 solid state drive installing 124 replac...

Page 215: ...45 cover presence switch intrusion switch 126 flex adapter 146 front fan assembly 141 full length PCI Express 154 heat sink and fan assembly 165 internal speaker 181 M 2 solid state drive 124 PCI card 149 PCI Express solid state drive 149 power supply assembly 143 rear fan assembly 167 storage drive 112 super capacitor module 160 system board 177 Rescue and Recovery 103 workspace Rescue and Recove...

Page 216: ...cs 83 U updating system programs 69 the BIOS 70 updating the BIOS 71 USB 2 0 connector 30 USB 3 0 connector 30 using a rescue medium creating and 106 BIOS passwords 66 diagnostic program 186 documentation 186 other services 187 Setup Utility 65 V video features 38 viewing and changing settings 65 W warranty information 185 workspace backup and recovery 105 208 ThinkStation P900 Hardware Maintenanc...

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