About this manual ® This manual contains service and reference information for the following ThinkPad product: ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 Machine types (MT) 21A9 and 21AA ThinkPad T15p Gen 2 Machine types (MT) 21A7 and 21A8 Use this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to troubleshoot problems.
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This practice ensures correct grounding of the units. • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
0.1 ohm or less between the external ground pin and the frame ground. b. The power cord should be the authorized type specified for your computer. Go to: https:// support.lenovo.com/partslookup c. Insulation must not be frayed or worn. 4. Check for cracked or bulging batteries.
The safety notices in this section are provided in the following languages: • English • Arabic • Brazilian Portuguese • French • German • Hebrew • Japanese • Korean • Spanish • Traditional Chinese DANGER ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– “FRU identification” on page 23 Important: • Advise customers to contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center if they need any assistance in obtaining or installing any software fixes, drivers, and UEFI BIOS downloads. Telephone numbers for Lenovo Support are available at: https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/supportphonelist...
Dynamic Configure To Order (CTO) model This model provides the ability for a customer to configure a Lenovo solution from a Web site, and have this configuration sent to fulfillment, where it is built and shipped directly to the customer. The machine label and eSupport will load these products as the 4-character MT, 4-character model, and 2-character country code.
FRU identification To identify FRUs for a product, do the following: 1. Go to: https://support.lenovo.com/partslookup 2. Type the Machine Type in the corresponding field to get a general FRU list, or type the Serial Number for more detailed FRU information.
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Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
If the computer you are servicing is not installed with the UEFI diagnostic program, you can download a bootable diagnostic program from the Lenovo Support Web site. The bootable diagnostic program enables you to view system information and test some hardware devices in your computer, such as memory, storage devices, the LCD, and system board buses.
• “Checking the coin-cell battery” on page 29 Checking the ac power adapter To check the ac power adapter, do the following: 1. Unplug the ac power adapter cable from the computer. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
This computer supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovo or an authorized builder. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for other systems. If an unauthorized battery or a battery designed for another systems is installed, the system will not charge.
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• If the voltage is correct, replace the system board. • If the voltage is not correct, replace the coin-cell battery. • If the coin-cell battery discharges quickly after replacement, replace the system board. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
When the latest maintenance diskette and the system program service diskette become available, they will be posted on: https://support.lenovo.com Reset or restore Windows To reset or restore Windows, refer to the information below: • Use Lenovo recovery options. 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/HowToCreateLenovoRecovery 2. Follow the on-screen instructions. • Use Window recovery options.
The system management password can also protect the system information stored in UEFI BIOS like a supervisor password, but it has lower authority by default. The system management password can be set through the UEFI BIOS menu or through Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) with the Lenovo client-management interface.
Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the storage drive. You can contact a Lenovo authorized service provider to have the storage drive replaced. A fee will be charged for parts and service. If the storage drive is a CRU (Customer Replaceable Unit), you can also contact Lenovo to purchase a new storage drive to replace the old one by yourself.
Also, in either of the following events, the computer automatically returns from sleep mode and resumes operation: • The ring indicator (RI) is signaled by a serial device or a PC Card device. • The time set on the resume timer elapses. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Note: The computer does not accept any input immediately after it enters sleep mode. Wait a few seconds before taking any action to reenter operation mode. Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following occurs: • The system status, RAM, VRAM, and setup data are stored on the hard disk drive or solid-state drive. •...
ThinkVantage Active Protection sensor diagnostics failed. 2100 1. Reseat the M.2 solid-state drive. Detection error on Main HDD (HDD0) 2. Replace the M.2 solid-state drive. 3. Replace the system board. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
The battery installed is not supported by this system and Replace the battery. will not charge. Please replace the battery with the correct Lenovo battery for this system. Press the ESC key to continue. This system does not support batteries that are not Replace the battery.
Beep errors Lenovo SmartBeep technology enables you to decode beep errors with your smartphone when a black screen occurs with beeps from your computer. To decode the beep error with Lenovo SmartBeep technology, do the following: 1. Go to https://support.lenovo.com/smartbeep or scan the following QR Code.
If the LCD you are servicing has two or less visible defective pixels, it should not be considered faulty. However, if the LCD has three or more visible defective pixels, it will be deemed as defective by Lenovo and it should be replaced.
28) 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Visually check each FRU for damage. Replace any damaged FRU. 3. Remove or disconnect all of the following devices: ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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a. Non-ThinkPad devices b. Devices attached to the dock c. Printer, mouse, and other external devices d. Battery e. Hard disk drive or solid-state drive f. External diskette drive or optical drive g. Memory module 4. Turn on the computer. 5.
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Break operation Pause operation Scroll contents Send system request Enter sleep mode To wake up the computer, press Fn or the power button. Go to beginning Go to end ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
(Thunderbolt™ 4) connector Power connector Smart card reader* Audio connector SD card reader USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Always on USB 3.2 connector Gen 1 Ethernet connector Security-lock slot ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Bottom view Keyboard drainage hole Emergency-reset hole Rear view Nano-SIM-card tray* * for selected models Locating FRUs and CRUs This topic introduces the following service parts: • “Major FRUs and CRUs” on page 49 • “LCD FRUs” on page 51 •...
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CRUs, you can either install the CRU yourself or you can request that a Service Provider install the CRU according to the warranty service for your product. If you intend on installing the CRU, Lenovo will ship the CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request.
Major FRUs and CRUs Note: Depending on the computer model, your computer might look different from the illustration above. Table 6. Major FRUs and CRUs FRU description Self-service CRU Optional-service CRU LCD unit Nano-SIM-card tray* Keyboard bezel assembly Wireless WAN card* Coin-cell battery Speaker assembly Chapter 6...
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Lenovo factory recovery USB key* * for selected models Note: The Lenovo factory recovery USB key is used to restore the Microsoft Windows operating system. It might not come with the computer, and a user might order it from https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/ , though additional shipping and handling fees might apply.
• Spec Connector and cable guide This topic provides information to help Lenovo authorized service technicians identify connectors and cables for replacement purpose. To view each FRU and the exploded illustration of the computer, see “Major FRUs and CRUs” on page 49 and “LCD FRUs” on page 51.
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System board connectors and cables Table 9. System board connector and cable guide Item Connector (location) Internal cable required Cable connection Camera/LED connector (internal) Camera/LED cable Connect one end of the cable to the camera/mic combo board and the other end to this connector. Wireless WAN card slot (internal) Insert the wireless WAN card into this slot.
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Then, insert the tray with the card into this slot. Keyboard connectors (internal) Keyboard assembly cables The keyboard assembly comes with the cables. Connect the cables to these connectors. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Looking up FRU information For detailed FRU information, including part numbers, descriptions, and substitution part numbers, go to: https://support.lenovo.com/partslookup Chapter 6 Locations...
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CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You can find a list of CRUs for your product in this Hardware Maintenance Manual. An electronic version of this manual can be found at .
These numbers need to remain the same throughout the life of the computer. If you replace the system board, you must restore the serial number of the system unit to its original value. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Maintenance key. Note: Only an authorized Lenovo service technician can access the above Web site. 3. Restart the computer. 4. When the logo is displayed, press Esc. The ThinkPad Config Information Update Utility interface is displayed.
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CRU to you. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You can find a list of CRUs for your product in this Hardware Maintenance Manual. An electronic version of this manual can be found at .
After you finish the servicing, ensure that you install the card and the tray back into the slot firmly. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
For the labels that are not shipped with the new base cover assembly, peel them from the old base cover assembly, and adhere them to the new one. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
GEO label 1* COA label GEO label 2* Country label MTY local label* Asset tag label Genuine Microsoft label IMEI label SN label * for selected models 1030 Speaker assembly For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 Removal steps of the speaker assembly Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
Removal steps of the coin-cell battery DANGER Use only the authorized battery specified for your computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode. When installing: Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
1050 M.2 solid-state drive For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 Attention: The M.2 solid-state drive is sensitive. Inappropriate handling might cause damage and permanent loss of data. When handling the M.2 solid-state drive, observe the following guidelines: •...
When installing: Plug the orange cable into the M connector and the blue cable into the D/G connector. 1070 Memory module For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Removal steps of the memory module 1080 DC-IN bracket and DC-IN cable For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 Removal steps of the DC-IN bracket and DC-IN cable Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2.5 × 5 mm, big-head, nylon-coated (1) Black 0.29 +/- 0.03 Nm (3.0 +/- 0.3 kgf-cm)
When installing: Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. 1090 Thermal fan assembly For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 Removal steps of the thermal fan assembly ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 Important notices for replacing a built-in battery Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.
1110 IO bracket For access, remove this FRU: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 • “1100 Built-in battery” on page 71 Removal steps of the IO bracket ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• “1110 IO bracket” on page 72 Removal steps of the system board Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2.5 × 5 mm, big-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.29 +/- 0.03 Nm (3.0 +/- 0.3 kgf-cm) ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step Screw (quantity) Color Torque M2 × 3.5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.18 +/- 0.015 Nm (1.85 +/- 0.15 kgf-cm) M2 × 3 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Silver 0.18 +/- 0.015 Nm (1.85 +/- 0.15 kgf-cm) When installing: • Attach the thermal pad under the solid-state drive. •...
M2 × 2 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) 0.18 +/- 0.015 Nm (1.85 +/- 0.15 kgf-cm) When installing: • Attach a smart card sponge to the smart card reader as shown. ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
• Ensure that all the connectors are attached firmly. 1150 LCD unit For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 • “1080 DC-IN bracket and DC-IN cable” on page 69 • “1110 IO bracket” on page 72 Removal steps of the LCD unit Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
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Torque Step Screw (quantity) Color M2.5 × 5 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (2) Black 0.29 +/- 0.03Nm (3.0 +/- 0.3 kgf-cm) ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
When installing: Ensure that all the connectors are attached firmly and all the cables are inserted back into place properly. 1160 Keyboard bezel assembly For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1010 Keyboard” on page 63 • “1020 Base cover assembly” on page 64 •...
2020 LCD panel For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1150 LCD unit” on page 77 • “2010 LCD bezel assembly” on page 79 Removal steps of the LCD panel ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Installation steps of the LCD panel Chapter 8 Removing or replacing a FRU...
For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1150 LCD unit” on page 77 • “2010 LCD bezel assembly” on page 79 • “2020 LCD panel” on page 80 ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Removal steps of the conventional camera/mic combo board When installing: Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. Removal steps of the infrared camera/mic combo board When installing: Ensure that the connector is attached firmly. 2040 Camera/LED cable For access, remove these FRUs in order: •...
For access, remove these FRUs in order: • “1150 LCD unit” on page 77 • “2010 LCD bezel assembly” on page 79 • “2020 LCD panel” on page 80 ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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TFTs thin-film transistors UEFI Unified Extensible Firmware Interface Universal Serial Bus UUID universally unique identifier video graphics array VRAM video random-access memory wide area network ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 and T15p Gen 2 Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Part Number: SP40W87740 Printed in China (1P) P/N: SP40W87740...