Lenovo ThinkPad Z61M User manual

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Service
and Troubleshooting Gui de
Includes:
v Introduction to other sources of information
v Important tips for taking care of your computer
v Diagnostics and troubleshooting
v Recovery options
v Help and service
v Warranty information for your computer
ThinkPad
®
Z61
Service
and Troubleshooting Gui de
Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the following:
v Safety and Warranty Guide included in the package with this publication.
v Wireless related information in online Access Help and Appendix D, “Notices,” on page 57.
v ThinkPad Regulatory Notice included in the package with this publication.
First Edition (August 2006)
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Contents
Read first . . . . . . . . . . . . .v
Chapter 1. Finding information . . . . .1
This guide and other publications . . . . .1
Finding information with the ThinkVantage
button . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Chapter 2. Caring for your ThinkPad
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Chapter 3. Solving computer problems . .9
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . .10
Diagnosing problems . . . . . . . . .11
Diagnosing HDD from BIOS Setup Utility 12
Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor
from the service partition . . . . . .12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .12
Error messages . . . . . . . . . .12
Errors without messages . . . . . . .17
A password problem . . . . . . . .18
Keyboard problems . . . . . . . .19
Pointing device problems . . . . . .19
Standby or hibernation problems . . . .20
Computer screen problems . . . . . .21
Battery problems . . . . . . . . .22
A Hard disk drive problem . . . . . .23
Fingerprint authentication problems . . .23
A startup problem . . . . . . . . .23
Other problems . . . . . . . . . .23
Starting BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . .24
Chapter 4. Recovery options . . . . . .27
Using Rescue and Recovery . . . . . . .27
Restoring factory contents . . . . . . .27
Recovering data . . . . . . . . . . .28
Installing a new operating system . . . . .28
Chapter 5. Upgrading and replacing
devices . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . .29
Upgrading the hard disk drive . . . . . .30
Replacing memory . . . . . . . . . .33
Chapter 6. Getting help and service . . .39
Getting help and service . . . . . . . .39
Getting help on the Web . . . . . . . .39
Calling the Customer Support Center . . .39
Getting help around the world . . . . . .41
Appendix A. Warranty information . . . .43
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . .43
Warranty Period . . . . . . . . .43
Types of Warranty Service . . . . . .44
Worldwide telephone list . . . . . . .46
Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units
(CRUs) . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Appendix C. Features and Specifications 53
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .54
Appendix D. Notices . . . . . . . . .57
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Television output notice . . . . . . .58
Electronic emissions notices . . . . . . .58
Federal Communications Commission
(FCC) Statement . . . . . . . . .58
Industry Canada Class B emission
compliance statement . . . . . . . .59
Avis de conformité à la réglementation
d’Industrie Canada . . . . . . . . .59
European Union EMC Directive
conformance statement . . . . . . .59
Important information for the European
Directive 2002/96/EC . . . . . . . . .60
IBM Lotus Software Offer . . . . . . .61
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . .63
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
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Read first
Avoid leaving the base of your computer, or any other part that
becomes hot during operation, in contact with your lap or any
part of your body for an extended period when the computer is
turned on or when the battery is charging.
When the ac adapter is connected to an electrical outlet and your computer, it
generates heat. Do not place the adapter in contact with any part of your
body while using it. Never use the ac adapter to warm your body. Extended
contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn.
Route the cables of an ac adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any
other electronic device, or any communication lines, so that they cannot be
pinched by your machine or other objects, walked on, tripped over, or in any
way be subjected to treatment that could disturb the operation of your
computer. Applying strong force to the cables may damage or break them.
To prevent damage to the hard disk and subsequent data loss,
before moving your computer, press Fn+F4 to put it in standby
mode or turn it off. Make sure that the standby status indicator
is on (is green) before moving the computer.
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Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push or place
heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices.
Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and
protection. Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed
suitcase or bag.
Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and
keep your computer away from water to avoid the danger of
electrical shock.
Read first
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Chapter 1. Finding information
This guide and other publications
Setup Instructions
helps you to unpack your ThinkPad computer and get started. It
includes a few tips for first-time users, and introduces software
preinstalled by Lenovo.
This Service and Troubleshooting Guide
provides information about caring for your ThinkPad computer, basic
troubleshooting information, some recovery procedures, help and
service information, and warranty information for your computer. The
troubleshooting information in this Guide applies only to problems
that might prevent you from accessing the comprehensive help and
information portal, called Productivity Center, preloaded on your
ThinkPad computer.
Access Help
is a comprehensive online manual that provides answers to most of
your questions about your computer, helps you to configure
preloaded features and tools, or solve problems. To open Access Help,
click Start, move the pointer to All Programs (in Windows
®
other
than Windows XP, Programs); then to ThinkVantage
®
. Click Access
Help.
Productivity Center
provides an easy access to software tools and key Lenovo sites,
eliminating the need to carry other reference manuals around. To open
Productivity Center, press the ThinkVantage button on your keyboard.
For more information about using the ThinkVantage button,
see“Finding information with the ThinkVantage button” on page 2.
Safety and Warranty Guide
includes general safety instructions and complete Lenovo Statement of
Limited Warranty.
Regulatory Notice
supplements this Guide. Read it before you use the wireless features
of your ThinkPad computer. The ThinkPad Z61 complies with the
radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in
which it has been approved for wireless use. You are requested to
install and use your ThinkPad computer in strict accordance with the
local RF regulations.
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Finding information with the ThinkVantage button
The blue ThinkVantage button can help you in many situations when your
computer is working normally, and even when it is not. Press the
ThinkVantage button to open the Productivity Center and get access to
informative illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions for getting started and
staying productive.
You can also use the ThinkVantage button to interrupt the startup sequence of
your computer and start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, which runs
independently of the Windows operating system and is hidden from it.
Finding information
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Chapter 2. Caring for your ThinkPad computer
Though your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work
environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following
these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your
computer.
Important tips:
Be careful about where and how you work
v Do not leave the base of your computer, or any other part that becomes hot
during operation, in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an
extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is
charging. Your computer dissipates some heat during normal operation.
This heat is a function of the level of system activity and battery charge
level. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could cause
discomfort or, eventually, a skin burn.
v When the ac adapter is connected to an electrical outlet and your computer,
it generates heat. Do not place the adapter in contact with any part of your
body while using it. Never use the ac adapter to warm your body.
Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin
burn.
v Route the cables of an ac adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any
other electronic device, or any communication lines, so that they cannot be
pinched by your machine or other objects, walked on, tripped over, or in
any way be subjected to treatment that could disturb the operation of your
computer. Applying strong force to the cables may damage or break them.
v Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your
computer away from water (to avoid the danger of electrical shock).
v Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to prevent the
risk of suffocation from plastic bags.
v Keep your computer away from magnets, activated cellular phones,
electrical appliances, or speakers (within 13 cm/5 in).
v Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/41°F
or above 35°C/95°F).
Be
gentle with your computer
v Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and the
keyboard or under the keyboard.
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v Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place heavy objects
on your computer, display, or external devices.
v Your computer display is designed to be opened and used at an angle
slightly greater than 90 degrees. Do not open the display beyond 180
degrees, as this might damage the computer hinge.
Carry
your computer properly
v Before moving your computer, be sure to remove any media, turn off
attached devices, and disconnect cords and cables.
v Be sure your computer is in standby or hibernation mode, or turned off,
before moving it. This will prevent damage to the hard disk drive and data
loss.
v When picking up your open computer, hold it by the bottom. Do not pick
up or hold your computer by the display.
v Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection.
Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.
Handle
storage media and drives properly
v Avoid inserting diskettes at an angle and attaching multiple or loose
diskette labels, as these can lodge in the drive.
v If your computer comes with an optical drive, do not touch the surface of a
disc or the lens on the tray.
v Wait until you hear the CD or DVD click into the center pivot of an optical
drive before closing the tray.
v When installing your hard disk, diskette or optical drive, follow the
instructions shipped with your hardware, and apply pressure only where
needed on the device.
Take
care in setting passwords
v Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk
password, Lenovo authorized service provider will not reset it, and you
might have to replace your system board or hard disk drive.
Other
important tips
v Your computer modem might use only an analog telephone network, or
public-switched telephone network (PSTN). Do not connect the modem to a
PBX (private branch exchange) or any other digital telephone extension line
because this could damage your modem. Analog phone lines are often used
in homes, while digital phone lines are often used in hotels or office
buildings. If you are not sure which kind of phone line you are using,
contact your telephone company.
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v Your computer might have both an Ethernet connector and a modem
connector. If so, be sure to connect your communication cable to the correct
one, so your connector is not damaged.
v Register your ThinkPad products with Lenovo (refer to the Web page:
www.lenovo.com/register). This can help authorities return your computer
to you if it is lost or stolen. Registering your computer also enables Lenovo
to notify you about possible technical information and upgrades.
v Only an authorized ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and
repair your computer.
v Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or closed.
v Take care not to turn your computer over while the ac adapter is plugged
in. This could break the adapter plug.
v Turn off your computer if you are replacing a device in a device bay, or else
verify that the device is warm- or hot-swappable.
v If you exchange drives in your computer, reinstall the plastic bezel faces (if
supplied).
v Store your external and removable hard disk, diskette or optical drives in
the appropriate containers or packaging when they are not being used.
v Before you install any of the following devices, touch a metal table or a
grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your
body. The static electricity could damage the device.
PC Card
ExpressCard
Smart Card
Memory Card, such as xD-Picture Card, SD Card, Memory Stick, and
MultiMediaCard
Memory module
PCI Expess Mini Card
Communication Daughter Card
v When transferring data to or from a Flash Media Card, such as an SD card,
do not put your computer in standby or hibernation mode before the data
transfer is complete. To do so might cause damage to your data.
Cleaning
the cover of your computer
Occasionally clean your computer as follows:
1. Prepare a mixture of a gentle kitchen-use detergent (one that does not
contain abrasive powder or strong chemicals such as acid or alkaline). Use
5 parts water to 1 part detergent.
2. Absorb the diluted detergent into a sponge.
3. Squeeze excess liquid from the sponge.
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4. Wipe the cover with the sponge, using a circular motion and taking care
not to let any excess liquid drip.
5. Wipe the surface to remove the detergent.
6. Rinse the sponge with clean running water.
7. Wipe the cover with the clean sponge.
8. Wipe the surface again with a dry, soft lint-free cloth.
9. Wait for the surface to dry completely and remove any cloth fibers from
the computer surface.
Cleaning
your computer keyboard
1. Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a soft, dust-free cloth.
2. Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth. Wipe the keys one by one; if you
wipe several keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and
possibly damage it. Make sure that no liquid drips onto or between the
keys.
3. Allow to dry.
4. To remove any crumbs and dust from beneath the keys, you can use a
camera blower with a brush or cool air from a hair drier.
Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on the display or the keyboard.
Cleaning
your computer display
1. Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you see a
scratchlike mark on your display, it might be a stain transferred from the
keyboard or the TrackPoint pointing stick when the cover was pressed
from the outside.
2. Wipe or dust the stain gently with a soft, dry cloth.
3. If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water or a 50-50
mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water that does not contain impurities.
4. Wring out as much of the liquid as you can.
5. Wipe the display again; do not let any liquid drip into the computer.
6. Be sure to dry the display before closing it.
Care for the fingerprint reader
The following actions could damage the fingerprint reader or cause it not to
work properly:
v Scratching the surface of the reader with a hard, pointed object.
v Scraping the surface of the reader with your nail or anything hard.
v Using or touching the reader with a dirty finger.
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If you notice any of the following conditions, gently clean the surface of the
reader with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth:
v The surface of the reader is dirty or stained.
v The surface of the reader is wet.
v The reader often fails to enroll or authenticate your fingerprint.
Caring for your ThinkPad computer
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Chapter 3. Solving computer problems
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . .10
Diagnosing problems . . . . . . . . .11
Diagnosing HDD from BIOS Setup Utility 12
Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor
from the service partition . . . . . .12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .12
Error messages . . . . . . . . . .12
Errors without messages . . . . . . .17
A password problem . . . . . . . .18
Keyboard problems . . . . . . . .19
Pointing device problems . . . . . .19
Standby or hibernation problems . . . .20
Computer screen problems . . . . . .21
Battery problems . . . . . . . . .22
A Hard disk drive problem . . . . . .23
Fingerprint authentication problems . . .23
A startup problem . . . . . . . . .23
Other problems . . . . . . . . . .23
Starting BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . .24
Note: See Access Help if your system is running and Access Help is accessible. This chapter presents
information for use when Access Help is inaccessible.
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Frequently asked questions
This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you can find
detailed answers. For details about each publication included in the package
with the ThinkPad computer, see “This guide and other publications” on page
1.
What safety precautions should I follow when using my ThinkPad
computer?
See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for detailed information
about safety.
How can I prevent problems with my ThinkPad computer?
See “Read first” on page v, and also Chapter 2, “Caring for your
ThinkPad computer,” on page 3 of this Guide. More tips can be found
in the following sections of Access Help:
v Preventing problems
v Spills on the keyboard
What are the main hardware features of my new ThinkPad computer?
See the “ThinkPad tour” section of Access Help.
Where can I find the detailed specifications for my machine?
See www.lenovo.com/think/support
I need to upgrade a device or I need to replace one of the following: the
hard disk drive, the PCI Express Mini Card, the Modem Daughter Card,
memory, the keyboard, or the palm rest.
See Appendix B, “Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs),” on page 51 of
this Guide for the list of Customer Replaceable Units and the location
of the instructions for removing or replacing components.
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Diagnosing problems
If you have a problem with your computer, you can test it by using
PC-Doctor
®
for Windows. To run PC-Doctor for Windows, do as follows:
1. Click Start.
2. Move the pointer to All Programs (Programs in Windows 2000) and then
to PC-Doctor for Windows.
3. Click PC-Doctor.
For more information about PC-Doctor for Windows, see the Help for the
program.
Attention
Running any tests can take up to several minutes or longer. Make sure
you have time to run the entire test; do not interrupt the test while it is
running.
My computer is not operating properly.
Study the “Problem solving section of Access Help. This Guide
describes only problems that might prevent you from accessing the
online help system.
Where are the recovery CDs?
No recovery CD or a Windows CD is provided with your computer
originally. For an explanation of the alternative recovery methods
offered by Lenovo, see “Restoring factory contents” on page 27 of this
Guide.
How can I contact the Customer Support Center?
See Chapter 6, “Getting help and service,” on page 39 of this Guide.
For the phone numbers of the Customer Support Center nearest to
you, see “Worldwide telephone list” on page 46.
Where can I find warranty information?
See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for detailed warranty
information. For the warranty applicable to your computer, including
the warranty period and type of warranty service, see “Warranty
Information” on page 43.
Solving computer problems
Chapter 3. Solving computer problems 11
When preparing to contact the Customer Support Center, be sure to print the
test log so that you can rapidly provide information to the help technician.
Diagnosing HDD from BIOS Setup Utility
You can diagnose the hard disk drive without starting up the operating
system. To diagnose the hard disk drive from the BIOS Setup Utility, do as
follows:
1. Remove any diskette from the diskette drive, and then turn off the
computer.
2. Turn on the computer.
3. While the message, “To interrupt normal startup, press the blue
ThinkVantage button,” is displayed at the lower left of the screen, press F1
to enter the BIOS Setup Utility.
4. Using cursor keys, select HDD diagnostic program. Press Enter.
5. Using cursor keys, select Main hard disk drive or Ultrabay hard disk
drive.
6. Press Enter to start the diagnostic program.
Diagnosing problems using PC-Doctor from the service partition
By using PC-Doctor from the Rescue and Recovery workspace in the service
partition of the hard disk drive, you can diagnose your system without
starting up the operating system. Do as follows:
1. Remove any diskette from the diskette drive, and then turn off the
computer.
2. Turn on the computer.
3. While the message, “To interrupt normal startup, press the blue
ThinkVantage button,” is displayed at the lower left of the screen, press
the ThinkVantage button to enter the Rescue and Recovery workspace.
4. Select Diagnose hardware. The computer restarts and PC-Doctor starts up.
For more information about PC-Doctor, press F1 to go to the Help or online
manual.
Troubleshooting
If you do not find your problem here, refer to Access Help. The following
section only describes problems that might prevent you from accessing this
help system.
Error messages
Notes:
1. In the charts, x can be any character.
2. The version of PC-Doctor referred to here is PC-Doctor for Windows.
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