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ThinkPad E550 - User Manual

ThinkPad E550
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Summary

About this manual

Chapter 1. Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Follow rules to ensure general safety during maintenance and handling.

Electrical Safety Guidelines

Observe rules for safe operation when working with electrical equipment.

Safety Inspection Guide

Guide to identify potentially unsafe conditions before service tasks.

Handling Electrostatic Discharge Sensitive Devices

Precautions for handling computer parts sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD).

Grounding Requirements

Ensures correct electrical grounding for operator safety and system function.

Multilingual Safety Notices

Provides safety notices in multiple languages.

Laser Compliance Statements

Multilingual compliance statements for laser products.

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

FRU Replacement Strategy

Guidance on the strategy for replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs).

Hard Disk;SSD Replacement Strategy

Procedure for replacing hard disk or solid-state drives.

System Board Replacement Notice

Important precautions for handling and replacing the system board.

Using Error Codes for Diagnosis

Guidance on using error codes to diagnose failures.

FRU Replacement for Model Types

Information on FRU replacement for CTO, special-bid, and standard models.

Product Model Definitions

Defines different ThinkPad model types and identification methods.

FRU Identification Methods

How to identify Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) using Lenovo eSupport.

Chapter 3. General Checkout Procedures

Initial Steps Before Checkout

Information required for parts exchange or return forms.

General Checkout Guide

Procedures for identifying and correcting computer problems.

Lenovo Solution Center Program

Troubleshooting and resolving computer problems using Lenovo Solution Center.

Quick Test Programs

Running quick diagnostic tests for troubleshooting.

UEFI Diagnostic Program

Using the preinstalled UEFI diagnostic program for system information and hardware tests.

Bootable Diagnostic Programs

Creating and using bootable diagnostic media for troubleshooting.

Power System Checkout

Verifying the functionality of the battery pack or AC power adapter.

Chapter 4. Related Service Information

Restoring Factory Contents with Recovery Discs

Steps to restore computer to factory default settings using Recovery Disc Set.

Windows 8.1 Recovery Overview

Information on recovery solutions for Windows 8.1 OS.

Refreshing Your Computer

Refreshing the PC without losing personal files or settings.

Resetting to Factory Defaults

Procedure to reset the computer to its original factory default settings.

Advanced Startup Options

Changing firmware, startup settings, or restoring from system image.

Recovering OS if Windows 8.1 Fails to Start

Recovering or repairing the OS when Windows 8.1 fails to boot.

Creating and Using Recovery Media

Creating backup media for Windows recovery environment and image.

Password Management

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

Power Management Modes

Details on screen blank, sleep, and hibernation power management modes.

Symptom-to-FRU Index

Index listing symptoms, errors, and their potential FRU causes.

Chapter 5. Status Indicators

System Status Indicators

Indicators for power connection, operating mode, and hibernation.

Fn Lock Indicator Function

Status of the Fn Lock function and its effect on function keys.

Chapter 6. Special Keys

Fn Lock Key Functionality

Enabling or disabling the Fn Lock function and its behavior.

Speaker Mute Functionality

Muting or unmuting the computer's speakers.

Speaker Volume Control

Adjusting speaker volume up or down.

Microphone Mute Functionality

Muting or unmuting the computer's microphones.

Display Brightness Control

Adjusting the display brightness.

Display Output Switching

Switching the display output location.

Wireless Networking Control

Enabling or disabling built-in wireless networking features.

OS Specific Key Functions

Opening Settings, Search, Control Panel, or Computer.

Calculator Launch Key

Launching the calculator application.

Lock System Key

Locking the operating system.

Default Browser Launch Key

Opening the default web browser.

Computer Access Key

Opening the Computer window.

Other Fn Key Combinations

Functions of Fn+B, Fn+K, Fn+P, Fn+S key combinations.

Chapter 7. Component Locations

Front View Component Locations

Identifies controls, connectors, and indicators on the front of the computer.

Rear View Component Locations

Identifies components on the rear of the computer.

Bottom View Component Locations

Identifies components on the bottom of the computer.

Major FRUs and CRUs Identification

Lists major Field Replaceable Units and Customer Replaceable Units.

LCD FRUs and CRUs Identification

Identifies FRUs and CRUs related to the LCD assembly.

Chapter 8. FRU Replacement Notices

Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) Statement

Explains CRU types and customer responsibilities for replacement.

Screw Replacement Notices

Guidelines for using special nylon-coated screws for reliability.

Retaining Serial Numbers and UUID

Procedures for restoring serial numbers and creating new UUIDs.

Chapter 9. FRU Removal and Replacement

General FRU Removal and Replacement Guidelines

General rules and precautions before servicing and replacing FRUs.

Removing the Lenovo-OneLink-Connector Cover

Steps to remove the Lenovo-OneLink-connector cover.

Replacing the Battery Pack

Important notices and steps for replacing the battery pack.

Removing the Large Bottom Cover

Steps to remove the large bottom cover.

Removing the Small Bottom Cover

Steps to remove the small bottom cover.

Replacing the Optical Drive or Bezel

Steps to remove the optical drive or its bay bezel.

Replacing the Memory Module

Steps to remove and install the memory module.

Replacing the Hard Disk or Solid-State Drive

Steps for removing and installing the HDD/SSD assembly.

Replacing the Wireless LAN Card

Steps to remove and install the wireless LAN card.

Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery

Steps to remove and install the coin-cell battery.

Replacing the Keyboard

Steps to remove and install the keyboard.

Replacing the Keyboard Bezel Assembly

Steps to remove and install the keyboard bezel assembly.

Replacing the System Board and Thermal Fan

Notices and steps for handling and replacing the system board and fan.

Replacing the dc-in;USB-Connector Board

Steps to remove and install the dc-in/USB-connector board.

Replacing the Audio Connector Card

Steps to remove and install the audio connector card.

Replacing the Speaker Assembly

Steps to remove and install the speaker assembly.

Replacing the LCD Unit

Steps to remove and install the LCD unit.

Replacing the LCD Bezel

Steps to remove and install the LCD bezel.

Replacing the LCD Panel

Steps to remove and install the LCD panel.

Replacing the LCD Hinges

Steps to remove and install the LCD hinges.

Replacing 2 D Camera;Microphone Module

Steps to remove the camera/microphone module for 2D camera models.

Replacing 3 D Camera;Microphone Modules

Steps to remove camera/microphone modules for 3D camera models.

Replacing LCD Cables

Steps to remove and install LCD cables.

Replacing Wireless LAN Assembly and LCD Rear Cover

Steps to remove the wireless LAN antenna assembly and LCD rear cover.

Appendix A. Notices and Disclaimers

Electronic Emission Notices

Information regarding electronic emission for Class B digital devices.

Product Trademarks

Lists trademarks of Lenovo, Microsoft, and Intel.

Appendix B. Abbreviations and Acronyms

Abbreviations and Acronyms List

Defines abbreviations and acronyms used in the manual.

ThinkPad E550 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorIntel Core i3/i5/i7
RAMUp to 16GB DDR3
Storage1TB HDD
Display15.6" HD (1366x768) or FHD (1920x1080)
GraphicsAMD Radeon R7 M260
Operating SystemWindows 10
Optical DriveDVD-RW
ConnectivityWi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0
PortsUSB 3.0, USB 2.0, HDMI, VGA, Ethernet, Headphone/Mic Combo
Webcam720p HD
BatteryUp to 6 hours (depending on configuration and usage)

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