Lenovo 5065, 5063, 5059, 5053, 5044, 5061, 5041, 5051, 5055, 5057, 4162 manual Replacing the microprocessor

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10.Connect the new heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 9.

11.Reconnect any cables that have been removed.

What to do next:

To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.

To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 37.

Replacing the microprocessor

Attention:

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:

http://www.lenovo.com/support

This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor.

CAUTION:

The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover.

To replace the 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 all cables that are connected to the computer.

2.Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14.

3.Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See “Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly” on page 24.

Note: Place the heat sink and fan assembly on its side so that the thermal grease on the bottom of it does not get in contact with anything.

4. Lift the small handle

1

to release the microprocessor

2

secured on the system board.

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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Page ThinkCentre User Guide Second Edition November Copyright Lenovo Contents Appendix A. Notices Important safety information Vi ThinkCentre User Guide Features Product overviewPower supply System management featuresInput/Output I/O features ConnectivitySecurity features SpecificationsPreinstalled software programs Software overview Software provided with your Windows operating systemThinkVantage Client Security Solution Product RecoveryThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery Password ManagerLocations Power ManagerThinkVantage System Update Fingerprint SoftwareLocating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer Front connector, control, and indicator locationsConnector Description Locating components Locating parts on the system boardLocating internal drives System board part locationsDrive bay locations ThinkCentre User Guide Installing external options Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling or replacing hardware Handling static-sensitive devicesRemoving the computer cover Removing the computer coverRemoving and reinstalling the front bezel Removing the front bezelInstalling or replacing a PCI card Reinstalling the front bezelRemoving the screw that secures the PCI card latch Removing the PCI card Installing or replacing a memory module What to do nextReplacing the battery Opening the retaining clips of the memory slotInstall the new battery Replacing the power supply assembly Removing the power supply assembly screws Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the microprocessor Accessing the microprocessor Replacing the optical drive Removing the microprocessorRemoving the optical drive Connecting a Sata optical drive Replacing the hard disk driveRemoving the hard disk drive Replacing the front audio and USB assembly Connecting a Sata hard disk driveReplacing the rear fan assembly Removing the front audio and USB assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Replacing the rear fan assembly Replacing the keyboardKeyboard connectors Replacing the mouseCompleting the parts replacement Reinstalling the computer coverObtaining device drivers Basic security features Integrated cable lockErasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Password protectionPadlock ThinkCentre User Guide Creating and using recovery media Recovery informationCreating recovery media Using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operationsUsing the Rescue and Recovery workspace Performing a backup operationPerforming a recovery operation Click the Restore your system from a backup iconCreating and using a rescue medium Using a rescue medium Creating a rescue mediumInstalling or reinstalling device drivers Solving recovery problemsViewing or changing settings Using the Setup Utility programStarting the Setup Utility program Using passwordsAdministrator password Password considerationsPower-on password Setting, changing, or deleting a passwordSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting a startup deviceViewing or changing the startup device sequence Exiting the Setup Utility program Updating flashing the Bios from a disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Recovering from a Post and Bios update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemClick Downloads and drivers Updating system programs ThinkCentre User Guide Troubleshooting and diagnostic programs Basic troubleshootingLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Diagnostic programsPC-Doctor for DOS Optical mouse Cleaning the mouseNon-optical mouse Retainer ring Ball Plastic rollers Ball cage Online Books folder Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolsThinkVantage Productivity Center Access HelpSafety and warranty Lenovo WelcomeUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Help and serviceCalling for service Using other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix A. Notices Television output notice European conformance CE mark TrademarksIndex CRUConsiderations Set Power-On Password ThinkCentre User Guide Page 0A22689

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