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Models: X100E 350828U

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Intermittent problems

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Undetermined problems

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Safety information

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Status indicators

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General safety

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Electrical safety

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Fn key combinations

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Safety inspection guide

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Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic

 

 

 

 

 

discharge

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6

FRU replacement notices

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Grounding requirements

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Screw notices

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65

Safety notices (multilingual translations) . . . .

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Retaining serial numbers

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66

 

 

 

Important service information

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Restoring the serial number of the system unit

 

66

Retaining the UUID

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66

Strategy for replacing FRUs

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Reading or writing the ECA information . .

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Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive . . . . 30

 

 

 

Important notice for replacing a system board .

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Removing and replacing a FRU . . .

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How to use error message

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Before servicing ThinkPad X100e

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Strategy for replacing FRUs for CTO, CMV, and

 

 

 

 

1010 Battery pack

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GAV

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1020 Bottom door

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Product definition

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1030 Hard disk drive (HDD)

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FRU identification for CTO, CMV, and GAV

 

 

 

 

1040 DIMM

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products

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31

1050 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN. . . 77

 

 

 

General checkout

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1060 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN .

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1070 Bluetooth daughter card (BDC-2) . . . .

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What to do first

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1080 Keyboard

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82

Checkout guide

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1090 Palm rest assembly, power-on board assembly

 

Diagnostics using PC-Doctor for DOS . . .

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(with cable), and microphone

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Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (Lenovo System

 

 

1100 CRT board assembly (with cable) . . . .

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Toolbox)

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1110 Speaker assembly

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PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . .

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1120 System board, fan assembly, and backup

 

 

FRU tests

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battery

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Power system checkout

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41

1130 LCD unit

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Checking the AC adapter

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1140 DC-in cable and base cover assembly . . .

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Checking operational charging

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2010 LCD bezel assembly

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Checking the battery pack

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42

2020 Integrated camera

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102

Checking the backup battery

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2030 LCD panel, hinges, and LCD cable . . .

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Related service information

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2090 Antenna kit and LCD rear cover assembly

 

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Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Restoring the factory contents by using Recovery

 

 

Disc Set

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45

Front view

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107

Passwords

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46

Rear view

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Power-on password

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47

Bottom view

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108

Hard-disk password

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47

 

 

 

Supervisor password

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47

Parts list

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How to remove the power-on password . . . . 47

Overall

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110

How to remove the hard-disk password . . . . 48

LCD FRUs

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117

Power management

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50

Keyboard

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119

Screen blank mode

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50

AC adapters

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120

Sleep (Standby) mode

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50

Miscellaneous parts

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120

Hibernation mode

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Power cords

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121

Symptom-to-FRU index

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52

Recovery discs

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122

Numeric error codes

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52

Windows XP Home Edition (32 bit) DVDs. . . 122

Error messages

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Windows 7 Starter (32 bit) DVDs

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No-beep symptoms

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Windows 7 Home Basic (32 bit) DVDs . . .

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LCD-related symptoms

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Windows 7 Home Premium (32 bit) DVDs .

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X100E, 350828U specifications

The Lenovo 350828U, also known as the ThinkPad X100E, represents an intriguing blend of performance, portability, and durability in the world of business laptops. Designed primarily for mobile professionals and students, the X100E is lightweight and compact, making it highly portable without sacrificing functionality.

One of the main features of the Lenovo X100E is its robust design. Built to meet military specifications for toughness, it can withstand a range of environmental conditions, including vibrations, low temperatures, and dusty environments. This ruggedness is paired with an ergonomic keyboard, which is a staple in Lenovo’s ThinkPad line. The keyboard is spill-resistant and engineered to provide a comfortable typing experience, crucial for long work sessions.

In terms of display, the X100E boasts an 11.6-inch LED backlit screen with a resolution of 1366x768 pixels. This compact size, combined with a bright display, ensures clarity and visibility in various lighting conditions. The screen is designed to minimize glare, further enhancing usability during outdoor or bright environments.

Under the hood, the Lenovo 350828U features options of AMD processors, providing a balance of efficiency and performance for everyday computing tasks like web browsing, document editing, and multimedia consumption. The integration of AMD graphics is particularly beneficial for those needing to handle light graphical applications or video playback seamlessly.

Connectivity options include USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports, HDMI, VGA, and an Ethernet port, along with a built-in webcam for video conferencing. The presence of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth ensures that users stay connected wirelessly, allowing for convenient access to network resources and peripherals.

Battery life is another critical aspect of the X100E, often lasting up to six hours on a single charge, making it suitable for users who need to work on the go without worrying about frequent recharging.

Additionally, the laptop supports various operating systems, with Windows being the primary choice, providing software versatility across different business environments.

In summary, the Lenovo 350828U, X100E, combines portability, durability, and performance in a compact form factor, making it a smart choice for professionals seeking a reliable mobile computing solution. With its solid build quality, impressive battery life, and comprehensive connectivity options, the ThinkPad X100E effectively meets the diverse needs of its users.