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Lenovo ThinkPad W700 and W700ds Service Manual
This manual offers detailed service information for the ThinkPad W700 and W700ds, including safety instructions, grounding requirements, and FRU replacement strategies. Technicians are instructed to follow general safety rules, use antistatic precautions, and disconnect power before any work.
The document also contains the full specifications, part numbers, and diagrams for components such as processors, memory, displays, storage, and power accessories, enabling accurate troubleshooting and repair of these workstation‑class laptops.
Lenovo ThinkPad W700 specifications
| Processor options | Intel Core 2 Duo T9400, T9550, T9600, T9800; Intel Core 2 Quad Q9000, Q9100; Intel Core 2 Extreme X9100, QX9300 |
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| Standard memory | 1‑GB DDR3‑1067 SDRAM SO‑DIMM (PC3‑8500) per module, up to 8 GB total |
| Display | 17.0‑inch WSXGA+ (1440 × 900) TFT LCD; optional 17.0‑inch WUXGA (1920 × 1200) TFT LCD |
| Hard disk drive | 250 GB, 5400 rpm, 9.5 mm SATA (other capacities listed) |
| Battery | Li‑ion 9‑cell, 2.6 Ah |
| AC adapter | 170‑watt type |
All Lenovo ThinkPad W700 documents by type
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Questions answered in these manuals
What safety precautions must be taken before servicing the ThinkPad W700?
Technicians should follow the general safety rules, wear safety glasses, use antistatic measures, and ensure the power is disconnected before any work.
Which processors are supported in the W700 and W700ds models?
Supported processors include Intel Core 2 Duo T9400, T9550, T9600, T9800, Intel Core 2 Quad Q9000, Q9100, and Intel Core 2 Extreme X9100 and QX9300.
What operating system is recommended for the ThinkPad W700?
The leaflet recommends Windows Vista Business for the ThinkPad W700.
Does the ThinkPad W700 support solid‑state drives?
Yes, the ThinkPad W700 supports SSD solid‑state drives.
