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Lenovo ThinkPad X220 4287 User Manual

Lenovo ThinkPad X220 4287
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Lenovo ThinkPad X220 4287 Specifications

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ModelThinkPad X220 4287
CategoryLaptop
RAMUp to 8GB DDR3
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 3000
BluetoothBluetooth 3.0
Webcam720p HD Webcam
ProcessorIntel Core i5-2520M
Storage320GB HDD
Display12.5-inch HD (1366x768)
Operating SystemWindows 7 Professional
Weight1.5 kg (3.3 lbs)
Battery6-cell
WirelessIntel Centrino Advanced-N 6205
Ports3 x USB 2.0, VGA, DisplayPort, Ethernet, SD card reader, headphone/microphone combo jack
Dimensions305 x 206.5 x 19-34.6 mm (12.0 x 8.1 x 0.75-1.36 inches)
SecurityFingerprint reader, TPM

Summary

About this Manual

Chapter 1. Safety Information

General Safety

General safety guidelines and precautions for handling equipment and performing maintenance.

Electrical Safety

Safety rules for working with electrical equipment and preventing electrical shock hazards.

Safety Inspection Guide

Checklist for identifying and addressing potential safety hazards before service.

Handling ESD-Sensitive Devices

Precautions for preventing electrostatic discharge damage to sensitive electronic components.

Grounding Requirements

Importance of proper grounding for operator safety and correct system function.

Safety Notices (Multilingual Translations)

List of languages for safety notices provided in the manual.

Laser Compliance Statement (Multilingual Translations)

Compliance statements for laser products in multiple languages.

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

Strategy for Replacing FRUs

Guidelines for planning and executing Field Replaceable Unit replacements.

Replacing a Hard Disk Drive

Strategy and precautions for Hard Disk Drive replacement procedures.

Replacing a System Board

Key considerations and warnings for system board replacement.

Using Error Messages

How to interpret and use error messages for troubleshooting.

FRU Identification for CTO/CMV/GAV

Methods to identify FRUs for specific product configurations.

Chapter 3. General Checkout

What to Do First

Initial steps and information required before troubleshooting.

Checkout Guide

Procedures for identifying and correcting common ThinkPad problems.

Diagnostics Using PC-Doctor for DOS

Using PC-Doctor for DOS to detect and diagnose hardware issues.

Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox

Using ThinkVantage Toolbox for system diagnostics and support.

PC-Doctor for Windows

Utilizing PC-Doctor within the Windows environment for troubleshooting.

PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery

Running PC-Doctor from the Rescue and Recovery environment.

FRU Tests

Specific diagnostic tests for Field Replaceable Units.

Power System Checkout

Procedures for troubleshooting power-related issues.

Chapter 4. Related Service Information

Restoring Factory Contents (Product Recovery Discs)

Steps to restore the system to factory settings using recovery discs.

Restoring Factory Contents (Recovery Disc Set)

Using a recovery disc set to restore the system to its original configuration.

Passwords

Information on power-on, hard-disk, and supervisor passwords.

Power Management

Explanation of sleep, hibernation, and screen blank modes.

Symptom-to-FRU Index

A guide linking symptoms to potential Field Replaceable Units.

Chapter 5. Status Indicators

Wireless LAN Status Indicator

Meaning of the wireless LAN status indicator light.

Wireless PAN Status Indicator

Meaning of the wireless PAN (Bluetooth/USB) status indicator.

Drive In Use Indicator

Meaning of the drive activity indicator light.

Fingerprint Reader Status Indicator

Meaning of the fingerprint reader status indicator.

Battery Status Indicator

Meaning of the battery charge and status indicator.

Sleep Status Indicator

Meaning of the sleep/standby mode status indicator.

Chapter 6. Fn Key Combinations

Fn+F1 to Fn+F3

Description of Fn key combinations for system lock and power management.

Fn+F4 to Fn+F7

Description of Fn key combinations for sleep, wireless, and display output.

Fn+F8 to Fn+F12

Description of Fn key combinations for input devices and hibernation.

Fn+PgUp to Fn+ScrLk

Fn key combinations for ThinkLight, display brightness, magnifier, etc.

Fn+Pause and Fn+Cursor Keys

Fn key combinations for media playback and break key functions.

Chapter 7. FRU Replacement Notices

Screw Notices

Important information and guidelines regarding screw usage during service.

Retaining Serial Numbers

Procedures for saving and restoring system serial numbers.

Restoring the System Unit Serial Number

Step-by-step guide to restore the system unit serial number.

Retaining the UUID

How to preserve the Universally Unique Identifier when replacing the system board.

Reading or Writing ECA Information

Procedures for managing Engineering Change Announcement data.

Chapter 8. Removing and Replacing a FRU

Before Servicing Models

Preparatory steps and notices before beginning service.

Disconnecting Flip-Lock ZIF Connectors

How to properly disconnect cables from ZIF connectors.

Battery Pack Replacement

Step-by-step guide for removing and installing the battery pack.

Hard Disk Drive/SSD Replacement

Procedures for replacing the hard disk or solid state drive.

DIMM Replacement

Steps for removing and installing Memory modules.

Keyboard Replacement

Guide for removing and replacing the keyboard assembly.

Palm Rest Replacement

Procedures for replacing the palm rest, with or without fingerprint reader.

PCI Express Mini Card (Wireless LAN/WiMAX)

Procedures for replacing the wireless LAN/WiMAX card.

Backup Battery Replacement

Guide for accessing and replacing the backup battery.

PCI Express Mini Card (Wireless WAN)

Procedures for replacing the wireless WAN card.

Keyboard Bezel Replacement

Steps for removing and installing the keyboard bezel.

LCD Assembly Replacement

Guide for replacing the LCD panel and related components.

Base Cover/Speaker Assembly Replacement

Procedures for removing the base cover and speaker assembly.

Chapter 9. Locations

Front View

Identification of components on the front of the ThinkPad laptop.

Rear View

Identification of components on the rear of the ThinkPad laptop.

Bottom View

Identification of components on the bottom of the ThinkPad laptop.

UltraBase Top/Bottom Views

Component locations on the ThinkPad UltraBase.

Port Replicator Series 3 Views

Component locations for the Port Replicator Series 3.

Mini Dock Series 3 Views

Component locations for the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3.

Mini Dock Plus Series 3 Views

Component locations for the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3.

Chapter 10. Parts List

Overall Parts List

Comprehensive list of all major parts and their FRU numbers.

LCD FRUs

Specific parts list for LCD components.

Keyboard Parts List

List of available keyboards by language.

Miscellaneous Parts

List of common screws, kits, and other small parts.

AC Adapters and Power Cords

List of compatible AC adapters and power cords.

Recovery Discs

List of available operating system recovery discs.

Appendix A. Notices

Electronic Emissions Notices

Information regarding electronic emission compliance.

Trademarks

List of registered trademarks associated with the product.

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