Chapter 1. About this manual This manual contains service and reference information for Lenovo A540/A740 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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– Power supply units – Pumps – 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. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
– Switch off power. – Send another person to get medical aid. Safety inspection guide The intent of this inspection guide is to assist you in identifying potential hazards posed by these products. Each computer, 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 A540/A740Hardware 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 outlets. 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 A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
This chapter provides general information that applies to all computer models covered by this manual. Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Type Lenovo A540/A740 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 characters (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.
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, 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 Lenovo BIOS Setup Utility program main menu, select the Startup option.
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 A540/A740Hardware 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.
To replace the power cord and power adapter: Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Note: 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.
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the base cover. Refer to “Removing the base cover”. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 5. Remove the 4 screws that secure the hard disk drive to the motherboard. Step 6. Disconnect the data and power cable from the hard disk drive. Chapter 7 Replacing hardware...
Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4. Remove the base cover. Refer to “Removing the base cover”. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 5. Push out the latches on both sides of the memory socket to release the memory module. Gently pull the memory module upward to remove it from its socket. Step 6. Align the new memory module with the memory socket, then insert it and push down on the top edge.
Step 4. Remove the base cover. Refer to “Removing the base cover”. Step 5. Remove the system fan. Refer to “Replacing the system fan”. Step 6. Remove the 8 screws that secure the heat-sink to the motherboard. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 7. Remove the heat-sink by lifting it up. Attention: Place the heat-sink upside down on a flat surface to prevent thermal grease from contaminating other components. Attention: Use an alcohol pad to wipe the thermal grease off the heat-sink and CPU. Step 8.
Remove a memory module. Refer to “Replacing a memory module”. Step 6. Remove the system fan. Refer to “Replacing the system fan”. Step 7. Remove the heat-sink. Refer to “Replacing the heat-sink”. Step 8. Remove all the cables connected to the motherboard. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 9. Remove the 3 screws that secure the motherboard to the chassis and slide it out as shown. Step 10. To install the new motherboard: Install the memory module to the connector on the new motherboard. Line up the new motherboard with the chassis and slide it into position. Align the holes on the new motherboard with the mounting holes on the chassis and secure it to the chassis with the screws.
Reattach the base cover and secure it with the screws. Removing the rear cover Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. To remove the rear cover Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer.
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Step 7. Slide the LED panel upward from the bottom (with “Lenovo” logo) of the panel. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 8. Open up the LED panel from the bottom , remove the 2 screws that secure the transform board to the rear cover , and then disconnect the 2 cables from the transform board. Step 9. Then separate the rear cover from the LED panel. Step 10.
Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors. Step 4.
Step 12. Reattach the base cover and secure it with the screws. Replacing the NFC module Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. To replace the Bluetooth module: Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, DVDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices. Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer.
Step 12. Reattach the base cover and secure it with the screws. Replacing the LED panel Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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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 12. Reattach the base cover and secure it with the screws. A540 FRU lists This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs) for A540 All-In-One computers. Attention: Be sure to read and understand all the safety information before replacing any FRUs.
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C A540 W8P I3-4158 UMA W/TV 5B20F63000 C A540 W8P I5-4258 UMA W/TV 5B20F62991 5B20F62980 C A540 W8P I7-4558 UMA W/TV C A540 W8P I3-4158 DIS W/O TV 5B20F62969 C A540 W8P I5-4258 DIS W/O TV 5B20F62996 C A540 W8P I7-4558 DIS W/O TV 5B20F62976...
TV Scalar BD,C,A540,W/O cable 5C50F63296 ANTENNA ANTENNA WLAN,C,A540,Main+AUX 5A30F63288 CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TV JACK,C,A540,F 5CA0F63309 CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TV JACK,C,A540,P 5CA0F63289 A740 FRU lists This chapter lists the information on the field replaceable units (FRUs) for A540 All-In-One computers. Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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• N-identifies parts that are not to be replaced by the customer. FRUs FRU Description Service Part Number (FRU CRU ID Mainboard BDPLANAR 5B20F62981 C,A540,NOK,I3-4158, DIS,W/O TV BDPLANAR C,A540,NOK,I5-4258, DIS,W/O TV 5B20F62970 BDPLANAR C,A540,NOK,I7-4558, DIS,W/O TV 5B20F62997 BDPLANAR C,A540,NOK,I3-4158, DIS,W/TV...
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RTL8723AS-VAU 1x1bgn BT4.0 Combo USB 20200052 20200052 RTL8723AS-VAU 1x1bgn BT4.0 Combo USB RTL8723AS-VAU 1x1bgn BT4.0 Combo USB 20200052 RTL8723AS-VAU 1x1bgn BT4.0 Combo USB 20200052 20200052 RTL8723AS-VAU 1x1bgn BT4.0 Combo USB 20200052 RTL8723AS-VAU 1x1bgn BT4.0 Combo USB Lenovo A540/A740Hardware Maintenance Manual...
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Remoter Remoter Philips Win8 IRWhite Controller 888900017 Philips IR receiver 888900019 Philips Win7 IR receiver(R) 888010662 TV tuner DVB-T Avermedia H334 DVB-T Mini TV Card 11201071 11201072 ATSC Avermedia H334 ATSC Mini TV Card 31026357 Power Cord Power Cord LW BLK1.8m UL CSA Power Cord(R) VL BLK1.8m UL CSA Power Cord®...