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IBM Mobile Systems
ThinkPad Computer
Hardware Maintenance Manual
January 2003
This manual supports:
ThinkPad X30, X31 (MT 2672/2673)
ThinkPad Dock (MT 2631)
ThinkPad Dock II (MT 2877)
           

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NoteBefore using this information and the product it
supports, be sure to read the general information
under “Notices” on page 170.
First Edition (January 2003)
The following paragraph does not apply to the United
Kingdom or any country where such provisions are
inconsistent with local law:
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT ANY
WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
LIMITED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR...

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Contents
About this manual...........1
Introduction.............3
Important service information.........3
Strategy for replacing FRUs........3
How to use error messages........4
Diskette compatibility matrix.........4
Safety notices: multilingual translations......4
Safety information............16
General safety............16
Electrical safety...........17
Safety inspection guide.........18
Handling devices that are sensitive to electorostatic
discharge............19
Grounding requirements.........20...

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Removing and replacing a FRU........70
1010 Battery pack...........71
1020 Hard-disk drive..........72
1030 DIMM cover...........74
1040 DIMM............75
1050 Backup battery..........76
1060 Keyboard...........77
1070 Mini PCI adapter.........81
1080 Fan assembly..........89
1090 Communication daughter card (CDC) . . . 91
1100 Keyboard bezel..........98
1110 PC card slot..........101
1120 Hinge cover and LCD assembly....104
1130 Sub card assembly........108
1140 Speaker assembly........109
1150 System...

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About this manual
This manual contains service and reference information for
IBM ThinkPad X30, X31 (MT 2672/2673), ThinkPad Dock
(MT 2631), and ThinkPad Dock II (MT 2877) products. Use
this manual along with the advanced diagnostic tests to
troubleshoot problems.
The manual is divided into sections as follows:
vThe common sections provide general information,
guidelines, and safety information required in servicing
computers.
vThe product-specific section includes service, reference,
and product-specific...

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2ThinkPad X30, X31 (MT 2672/2673) 

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Introduction
Important service information
ImportantBIOS and device driver fixes are
customer-installable. The BIOS and device drivers
are posted on the IBM support site
http://www.ibm.com/pc/support
Advise customers to contact the PC Company
HelpCenter at 800-772-2227 if they need assistance
in obtaining or installing any diskette fixes.
Customers in Canada should call IBM HelpPC at
800-565-3344 for assistance or download
information.
Strategy for replacing FRUs
Before replacing partsMake sure that all...

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Strategy for replacing a hard-disk driveAlways try to run a low-level format before replacing a
hard-disk drive.
Attention:The drive startup sequence in the computer
you are servicing may have been changed. Be extremely
careful during write operations such as copying, saving, or
formatting. If you select an incorrect drive, data or
programs can be overwritten.
How to use error messages
Use the error codes displayed on the screen to diagnose
failures. If more than one error code is displayed, begin the...

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Safety notice 1
Before the computer is powered-on after FRU
replacement, make sure all screws, springs, and other
small parts are in place and are not left loose inside
the computer. Verify this by shaking the computer and
listening for rattling sounds. Metallic parts or metal
flakes can cause electrical shorts.
Avant de remettre l’ordinateur sous tension après
remplacement d’une unitéen clientèle, vérifiez que
tous les ressorts, vis et autres pièces sont bien en
place et bien fixées. Pour ce faire,...

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Safety notice 2
DANGER
Some standby batteries contain a small amount of
nickel and cadmium. Do not disassemble a standby
battery, recharge it, throw it into fire or water, or
short-circuit it. Dispose of the battery as required
by local ordinances or regulations. Use only the
battery in the appropriate parts listing. Use of an
incorrect battery can result in ignition or explosion
of the battery.
Certaines batteries de secours contiennent du
nickel et du cadmium. Ne les démontez pas, ne les
rechargez pas,...
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