Optical drive eject/close button Optical drive status indicator Card reader slot (optional) Power indicator Power button Microphone connector Headphone connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectors (2) USB 2.0 connectors (2) Storage drive activity indicator Optical drive eject/close button Used to eject the tray of the optical drive. After you insert a disc into the tray, press the eject/close button to close the tray.
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Figure 2. Rear view Audio line-out connector VGA-out connector HDMI 1.4 connector USB 2.0 connectors (2) Power adapter connector Ethernet connector Power adapter cable loop Cable lock slots (2) Rear Wi-Fi antenna cover PCI/PCI-Express card area (different cards provide different connectors) Padlock loop Security-lock slot Chapter 1...
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Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers, headphones, or multimedia keyboards. To connect a stereo system or other external recording device, connect a cable between the audio line-in connector of the device and the audio line-out connector of the computer.
System board Note: See “Front view” on page 1 and “Rear view” on page 2 for additional component descriptions. Figure 3. System board Microprocessor fan connector Memory slot Coin-cell battery Front panel connector (for connecting LED indicators and the power button) Buzzer SATA power connector SATA 3.0 connector...
Machine type and model label The machine type and model label identifies the computer. When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify the computer and provide faster service. The machine type and model label is attached on the side of the computer as shown.
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Physical dimensions • Width: 145.0 mm (5.7 inches) • Height: 366.0 mm (14.4 inches) • Depth: 293.2 mm (11.5 inches) Weight (without the package) Maximum configuration as shipped: 3.3 kg (8.8 lb) Statement on USB transfer rate Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed below for each corresponding device.
The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the 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 6.
• When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions explained in this manual along with the instructions that come with the option. • In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of defective CRUs. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
Locating FRUs (including CRUs) Notes: • Some of the following components are optional. • To replace a component that is not in the list below, contact a Lenovo service technician. For a list of Lenovo Support phone numbers, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone...
Figure 8. Removing the power adapter Figure 9. Installing the power adapter Removing the computer cover Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is cool.
3. Remove the computer cover. Figure 10. Removing the computer cover 4. Complete the replacement. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the front bezel Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
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Figure 11. Removing the front bezel Chapter 4 Replacing hardware...
Figure 12. Installing the front bezel 4. Complete the replacement. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the optical drive Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide. 1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer.
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Figure 13. Removing the optical drive Figure 14. Removing the optical drive bracket Chapter 4 Replacing hardware...
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Figure 15. Installing the optical drive bracket Figure 16. Installing the optical drive 6. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new optical drive. 7. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47.
Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide. 1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer.
Figure 18. Pivoting the drive bay assembly downward 5. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the storage drive Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
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Figure 19. Removing the 3.5-inch storage drive in the primary storage drive bay Figure 20. Installing the 3.5-inch storage drive in the primary storage drive bay • 3.5-inch storage drive in the secondary storage drive bay Chapter 4 Replacing hardware...
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Figure 21. Removing the 3.5-inch storage drive in the secondary storage drive bay Figure 22. Installing the 3.5-inch storage drive in the secondary storage drive bay • 2.5-inch storage drive in the secondary storage drive bay V330–15IGM User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 23. Removing the 2.5-inch storage drivein the secondary storage drive bay Figure 24. Removing the 2.5-inch storage drivefrom the bracket Chapter 4 Replacing hardware...
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Figure 25. Installing the 2.5-inch storage driveinto the bracket Figure 26. Installing the 2.5-inch storage drivein the secondary storage drive bay 7. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new storage drive. 8. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47.
Replacing the power button Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide. 1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer. 2.
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Figure 28. Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward Figure 29. Removing the storage drive indicator V330–15IGM User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 30. Installing the power button and storage drive indicator Figure 31. Pivoting the drive bay assembly downward 6. Connect the new power button cable to the system board. 7. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47.
Replacing the card reader Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide. 1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer. 2.
7. Connect the new card reader cable to the system board. 8. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the coin-cell battery Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
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Figure 35. Removing the coin-cell battery Figure 36. Installing the coin-cell battery V330–15IGM User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Figure 37. Installing the coin-cell battery 6. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. To dispose of the coin-cell battery, refer to Lithium coin-cell battery notice in theSafety and Warranty Guide. Replacing the memory module Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
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Figure 38. Removing the memory module Figure 39. Removing the memory module V330–15IGM User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Figure 40. Installing the memory module Figure 41. Installing the memory module 6. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
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1. Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables from the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 15. 3.
7. Connect the new heat sink and fan assembly cable to the system board. 8. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing a PCI Express card Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
Figure 45. Installing a PCI Express card 6. Replace a PCI Express card. 7. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the Wi-Fi card Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
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• Type 1 Figure 46. Removing the Wi-Fi card shield Figure 47. Disconnecting the antennas Figure 48. Removing the Wi-Fi card Chapter 4 Replacing hardware...
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Figure 49. Installing the Wi-Fi card Figure 50. Connecting the antennas Figure 51. Installing the Wi-Fi card shield • Type 2 V330–15IGM User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 52. Removing the Wi-Fi card shield Figure 53. Disconnecting the antennas Figure 54. Removing the Wi-Fi card Chapter 4 Replacing hardware...
Figure 55. Installing the Wi-Fi card Figure 56. Connecting the antennas Figure 57. Installing the Wi-Fi card shield 6. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the Wi-Fi antennas Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
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2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 15. 3. Remove the front bezel. See “Replacing the front bezel” on page 16. 4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. See “Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward and downward” on page 21.
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Figure 60. Installing the Wi-Fi antenna • Rear Wi-Fi antenna Figure 61. Removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna cover V330–15IGM User Guide and Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Figure 62. Removing the Wi-Fi antenna Figure 63. Peeling off the paper that protects the stickers Chapter 4 Replacing hardware...
Figure 64. Installing the Wi-Fi antenna Figure 65. Installing the rear Wi-Fi antenna cover 7. Reinstall the removed parts. To complete the replacement, see “Completing the parts replacement” on page 47. Replacing the system board Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
7. Remove a PCI Express card. See “Replacing a PCI Express card” on page 37. 8. Remove the Wi-Fi card. See “Replacing the Wi-Fi card” on page 38. 9. Record the cable routing and cable connections, and then disconnect all cables from the system board. See “System board”...
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1. Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer. 2. Ensure that the cables are routed correctly before reinstalling the computer cover. Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the computer chassis to avoid interference when reinstalling the computer cover.
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