Chapter 1. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo H30 serious computers listed on the cover. It is intended only for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo computer products. Before servicing a Lenovo product, be sure to read the Safety Information.
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– Blowers and fans – Motor generators and similar units. (This practice ensures correct grounding of the units.) • If an electrical accident occurs: – Use caution; do not become a victim yourself. – Switch off power. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
– Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on these products. Each machine, as it was designed and built, had required safety items installed to protect users and service personnel from injury.
• Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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To Connect To Disconnect 1. Turn everything OFF. 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 2. First, remove power cords from outlet. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 3. Remove signal cables from connectors. 4. Attach power cords to outlet. 4.
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To remove all electrical current from the device, ensure that all power cords are disconnected from the power source. CAUTION: Do not place any object weighing more than 82 kg (180 lbs.) on top of rack-mounted devices. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
This chapter provides general information that applies to all machine types supported by this publication. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Type Lenovo H30 series This section lists the physical specifications. Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10°...
1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program is displayed, release the F1 key.
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5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu. Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you cannot start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program until a valid password is typed from the keyboard. Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password Note: A password can be any combination of letters and numbers up to 16 character (a-z, and 0-9).
To set a Power-On Password, do the following: 1. Start the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program (See ”Starting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program” on page 13.) 2. From the Security menu, select Set Power-On Password and press the Enter key.
Network Setup press the Enter key, then select Onboard Ethernet Support or LAN Boot Agent. 4. Select Disabled or Enabled and press the Enter key. 5. Return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program menu and select the Exit option. 6. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu.
Exiting the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press the Esc key to return to the Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press the Esc key several times. Do one of the following: •...
3. Power-on the computer to re-test the system. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or component. If all devices and components have been removed and the problem continues, replace the system board. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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H30-05 1. On-board VGA connector 7. Audio connectors 2. Wi-Fi antenna (selected models only) 8. Power connector 3. HDMI connector (selected models only) 9. Cable clip 4. USB 2.0 connectors (2) 10. PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slot (some models are equipped with a graphics card) 5.
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9. PCI Express X 1 adapter slot (some models are equipped with USB 3.0 or TV tuner card) 4. USB 3.0 connectors (2) 10. Power connector 5. USB 2.0 connectors (2) 11. Voltage selection switch (selected models only) 6. Ethernet connector Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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Hardware components The following illustration shows the components that make up your computer. 1. Heat-sink and CPU fan 3. Optical disk drive and bay 2. System board 4. Hard disk drive Identifying parts on the motherboard The motherboard (sometimes called the planar or system board) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computing functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later.
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5. Hard disk and optical disk drive power connector 13. Front USB connectors (2) 6. SATA connectors (2) 14. Mini PCI-E slot 15. Front audio connector 7. PCI express X 16 adapter slot 8. Battery Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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Lenovo H30-05 1. Microprocessor and heat sink 7. SATA connectors (2) 2. Microprocessor fan header 8. Mini PCI-E slot 3. Memory slots (2) 9. Front USB connectors (2) 4. Hard disk drive power connector 10. Front audio connector 5. Clear CMOS jumper 11.
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6. Hard disk drive power connector 16. Front audio connector 7. Power connector 17. PCI express X 16 adapter slot 8. Power fan header 18. System fan header 9. SATA connectors (3) 19. Battery 10. Front panel connector Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.
Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
Step 4. Remove the 2 screws that secure the computer cover at the rear of the chassis. Step 5. To reinstall the computer cover: Line up the computer cover with the chassis then slide it back. Secure the computer cover to the chassis with the screws. Removing the front bezel Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover.
Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.
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Step 6. Remove the 2 screws that secure the optical disk drive bay to the chassis. Step 7. Slide out the optical disk drive bay, then lift it up. Step 8. Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. Step 9.
Slide out the hard disk drive bay, then lift it up. Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. Step 9. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the bay. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
“Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 5. Locate the memory module connectors. Refer to “Locating components”. Step 6. For Lenovo H30–00 refer to the below instructions: Chapter 8 Replacing hardware...
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Step 9. For Lenovo H30–05 and H30–50 refer to the below instructions: Step 10. Remove the memory module being replaced by opening the retaining clips as shown. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 11. Position the new memory module over the memory connector. Make sure the notch on the memory module is correctly aligned with the connector key on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close. Step 12.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 5. Disconnect the fan power cable from the connector on the motherboard. Step 6. Remove the 4 screws that secure the microprocessor fan to the heat-sink and lift up the microprocessor fan to remove it. Step 7. To install the new microprocessor fan: Line up the new microprocessor fan with the heat-sink and secure it to the heat-sink with 4 screws.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”. Step 5. Remove the graphic card. Refer to “Replacing the graphic card”. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 6. Disconnect the 2 antenna cables from the Wi-Fi card. Step 7. Remove the 2 screws that secure the Wi-Fi card to the motherboard. Step 8. Pull the Wi-Fi card upward to remove it from the card port. Step 9. Install the new Wi-Fi card: Line up the new Wi-Fi card, then insert it into the same card port.
Remove the microprocessor fan. Refer to “Replacing the microprocessor fan”. Step 10. Remove the heat-sink. Refer to “Replacing the heat-sink”. Step 11. Remove the graphic card. Refer to “Replacing the graphic card”. Step 12. Remove the Wi-Fi card. Refer to “Replacing the Wi-Fi card”. Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 13. Disconnect the all cables from the connectors on motherboard. Step 14. Remove the 5 screws that secure the motherboard to the chassis. Step 15. Lift up the motherboard to remove it. Step 16. Install the new motherboard: Line up the holes on the new motherboard with mounting holes on the chassis and secure it with screws.
Chapter 9. FRU lists-H30-00 This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs). Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs. Notes: FRUs that have a 1 or 2 in the CRU column are Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs).
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Sunrex EKB-10YA(IT) B-Silk USB KB-LVT8 Sunrex EKB-10YA(HB) B-Silk USB KB-LVT8 25209129 25209130 Sunrex EKB-10YA(FR) B-Silk USB KB-LVT8 Sunrex EKB-10YA(GK) B-Silk USB KB-LVT8 25209131 25209132 Sunrex EKB-10YA(HG) B-Silk USB KB-LVT8 Sunrex EKB-10YA(BG) B-Silk USB KB-LVT8 25209133 Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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25200528 25200530 Sunrex LXH-EMS-10ZA B-Silk Mouse Primax M300 USB gesture mouse BLK 25213876 25214502 Primax M300 USB gesture mouse BLK-Israel Chassis For H30-00 JT LX-326CT chassis 30500528 JT LX-326CT Chassis 5C80G59892 JT LX-326CT Chassis F/Bezel 5CB0G59895 JT LX-326CT USB&CR Bracket...
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Luxshare 1.0M C5 South Africa Power cord LW BLK1.8M UL CSA Power Cord(R) 31026357 31033217 GS BLK1.8M UL power cord® VL BLK1.8M UL CSA Power Cord® 31026145 31049521 Luxshare 1.8M C13 US Power cord LW BLK1.8M ANE Power Cord® 31026350 Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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31039729 31049511 Volex 1.8M C13 Denmark Power cord Longwell 1.8M SEV C13 power cord® 31039732 Volex 1.8M C13 Switzerland Power cord 31049516 Longwell 1.8M Israel C13 power cord® 31039728 Volex 1.8M C13 Israel Power cord 31049510 Chapter 9 FRU lists-H30-00...
Chapter 10. FRU lists-H30–05 This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs). Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs. Notes: FRUs that have a 1 or 2 in the CRU column are Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs).
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Panasonic SW440 SATA Black DVDROMLH 25216356 25216227 TSST SH-116CB SATA Black DVDROMLH HLDS GHB0N SATA Black DVDRWLH 25214470 25213061 PLDS DH-16AESH SATA Black DVDRWLH(LSOPU) TSST SH-216DB SATA Black DVDRWLH 25213720 25213885 Panasonic SW830 SATA Black DVDRWLH Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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Liteon WB335 1x1BGN+BT4.0 HMC WLAN Screw 31501076 JT M2X3 antiskid Screw WIFI Antenna LS X315 Front Antenna 31507039 31507040 LS X315 Rear Antenna LS 326CT Antenna 550mm Front SA30G18119 LS 326CT Antenna 400mm Rear SA30G18120 JT Wi-Fi cover 31501130 Chapter 10 FRU lists-H30–05...
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LCS SATA power cable(300mm_300mm) 31502005 GX SATA power cable(300mm_300mm) 31502006 Chicony TGR1226 2.4G touchpad BLK final 25212969 Cover JT VGA Rubber cover 31049015 31505052 MACE VGA Rubber cover - Optional JT HDMI Rubber cover 31049017 Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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JT LX-326CT Chassis 5C80G59892 JT LX-326CT Chassis F/Bezel 5CB0G59895 JT LX-326CT USB&CR Bracket 5B40G59896 JT 328BT-23L Wlan Antenna Cover 5CB0G59219 31504156 JT H81MB rearIO shielding LS 600mm 321HT&326CT LED cable 31507411 31507412 JT 600mm 321HT&326CT LED cable Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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31039100 Longwell Black single head 1.0m Argentina C5 Power cord ® Volex 1.0M C5 LA Power cord 31049507 31503356 Luxshare 1.0M C5 LA Power cord Longwell Black single head 1.0m Denmark C5 Power cord ® 31039101 Chapter 10 FRU lists-H30–05...
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VL BLK1.8m BSMI Power Cord® LW BLK1.8m SABS Power Cord® 31031394 31049509 Volex 1.8M C13 South Africa Power cord Longwell Black single head 1.8m C13 IRAM Power cord ® 31036980 31049515 Volex 1.8M C13 LA Power cord Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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Longwell1.8M Denmark C13 power cord® 31039729 31049511 Volex 1.8M C13 Denmark Power cord Longwell1.8M SEV C13 power cord® 31039732 31049516 Volex 1.8M C13 Switzerland Power cord Longwell1.8M Israel C13 power cord® 31039728 Volex 1.8M C13 Israel Power cord 31049510 Chapter 10 FRU lists-H30–05...
Chapter 11. FRU lists-H30–50 This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs). Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs. Notes: FRUs that have a 1 or 2 in the CRU column are Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs).
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VL BLK1.8M VDE Power Cord® 31026144 31049522 Luxshare 1.8M C13 Europe Power cord Luxshare 1.8M C13 India Power cord 31502871 31033216 Longwell Black single head 1.8MIndia Power cord® LW BLK1.8M BSMI Power Cord® 31026349 31026146 VL BLK1.8M BSMI Power Cord® Chapter 11 FRU lists-H30–50...
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Luxshare 1.8M C13 Switzerland Power cord 31502868 Volex 1.8M C13 Switzerland Power cord 31049516 Longwell 1.8M Israel C13 power cord® 31039728 Luxshare 1.8M C13 Israel Power cord 31502866 Volex 1.8M C13 Israel Power cord 31049510 Lenovo H30 SeriesHardware Maintenance Manual...
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