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Contents

Important

safety

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Conditions

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immediate

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General

safety

guidelines

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Service

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upgrades

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Static

electricity

prevention

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Power

cords

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power

adapters

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Extension

cords

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related

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Plugs

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outlets

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External

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Batteries

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Heat

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ventilation

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Operating

environment

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Electrical

current

safety

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Lithium

battery

notice

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Modem

safety

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Laser

compliance

statement

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Power

supply

statement

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Data

safety

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Cleaning

and

maintenance

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Additional

safety

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Introduction

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Chapter

1.

Arranging

your

workspace

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Comfort

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Glare

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lighting

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Air

circulation

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Electrical

outlets

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cable

lengths

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Chapter

2.

Setting

up

your

computer

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Connecting

your

computer

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Turning

on

power

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Finishing

the

software

installation

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Completing

important

tasks

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Updating

your

operating

system

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Installing

other

operating

systems

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Updating

your

antivirus

software

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Shutting

down

the

computer

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Chapter

3.

Installing

options

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Features

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Available

options

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Specifications

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Supported

operating

positions

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Tools

required

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Handling

static-sensitive

devices

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Installing

external

options

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Locating

controls

and

connectors

on

the

front

of

your

computer

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Locating

connectors

on

the

rear

of

your

computer

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Obtaining

device

drivers

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Opening

the

cover

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Locating

components

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Accessing

system

board

components

and

drives

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Identifying

parts

on

the

system

board

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Installing

memory

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Installing

PCI

adapters

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Installing

internal

drives

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Drive

specifications

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Installing

a

drive

in

bay

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Installing

a

diskette

drive

in

bay

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Security

features

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Integrated

cable

lock

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Password

protection

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Changing

the

battery

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Erasing

a

lost

or

forgotten

password

(clearing

CMOS)

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Closing

the

cover

and

connecting

the

cables

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Chapter

4.

Recovering

software

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Creating

and

using

the

Product

Recovery

disc

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Performing

backup

and

recovery

operations

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Using

the

Rescue

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Recovery

workspace

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Creating

and

using

rescue

media

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Creating

and

using

a

Recovery

Repair

diskette

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Recovering

or

installing

device

drivers

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Setting

a

rescue

device

in

the

startup

sequence

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Solving

recovery

problems

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Chapter

5.

Using

the

Setup

Utility

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Starting

the

Setup

Utility

program

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Viewing

and

changing

settings

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Using

passwords

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Password

considerations

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User

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Administrator

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Setting,

changing,

and

deleting

a

password

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Using

Security

Profile

by

Device

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Selecting

a

startup

device

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Selecting

a

temporary

startup

device

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Changing

the

startup

device

sequence

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Advanced

settings

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Exiting

from

the

Setup

Utility

program

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Chapter

6.

Updating

system

programs

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Using

system

programs

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Updating

(flashing)

BIOS

from

a

diskette

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CD-ROM

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Updating

(flashing)

BIOS

from

your

operating

system

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Recovering

from

a

POST/BIOS

update

failure

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Chapter

7.

Troubleshooting

and

diagnostics

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Basic

troubleshooting

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Diagnostic

programs

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PC-Doctor

for

Windows

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PC-Doctor

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DOS

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©

Lenovo

2005,

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Summary of Contents for THINKCENTRE 9636

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Page 3: ...User Guide Types 9636 9638 9640 9641 Types 9642 9643 9644 9645 ...

Page 4: ...STRICTED RIGHTS Our products and or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS Use duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo Group Limited if any or the standard terms of this commercial license or if the agency is unable to accept this Program under these terms then we provide this Program under the provisions set forth in Commercial Com...

Page 5: ...s and drives 22 Identifying parts on the system board 23 Installing memory 24 Installing PCI adapters 25 Installing internal drives 26 Drive specifications 27 Installing a drive in bay 2 28 Installing a diskette drive in bay 3 30 Security features 32 Integrated cable lock 33 Password protection 33 Changing the battery 33 Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing CMOS 34 Closing the cover and c...

Page 6: ...Warranty 62 www lenovo com 62 Help and service 62 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs 63 Calling for service 63 Using other services 64 Purchasing additional services 64 Appendix A Manual modem commands 65 Basic AT commands 65 Extended AT commands 67 MNP V 42 V 42bis V 44 commands 68 Fax Class 1 commands 69 Fax Class 2 commands 69 Voice commands 70 Appendix B Notices 73 Television outp...

Page 7: ... product this information applies to your product In addition computer products contain a coin sized internal battery that provides power to the system clock even when the computer is unplugged so the battery safety information applies to all computer products Conditions that require immediate action Products can become damaged due to misuse or neglect Some product damage is serious enough that th...

Page 8: ... that product until you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions or until you get a suitable replacement General safety guidelines Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage Service and upgrades Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center or your documentation Only use a s...

Page 9: ...ctricity to build up around you v Always handle components carefully Handle adapters memory modules and other circuit boards by the edges Never touch exposed circuitry v Prevent others from touching components v When you install a static sensitive option or CRU touch the static protective package containing the part to a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer f...

Page 10: ...n either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords surge protectors uninterruptible power supplies and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product Never overload these devices If power strips are used the load should not excee...

Page 11: ...e batteries or short circuit the metal contacts Do not expose the battery to water or other liquids Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat which can cause gasses or flame to vent from the battery pack or coin cell If your battery is damaged or if you notice any discharge ...

Page 12: ...om vents and any perforations in the bezel More frequent cleanings might be required for computers in dusty or high traffic areas v Do not restrict or block any ventilation openings v Do not store or operate your computer inside furniture as this might increase the risk of overheating v Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35 C 95 F v Do not use non desktop air filtration devic...

Page 13: ...stallation and configuration procedures v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing moving or opening covers on this product or attached devices To connect 1 Turn everything OFF 2 First attach all cables to devices 3 Attach signal cables to connectors 4 Attach power cords to outlet 5 Turn device ON To disconnect 1 Turn everything OFF 2 First remove power cor...

Page 14: ... from the factory with a CD or DVD drive CD and DVD drives are also sold separately as options CD and DVD drives are laser products These drives are certified in the U S to conform to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products Elsewhere these drives are certified to conform to the requirements o...

Page 15: ... viruses hackers spyware and other malicious activities that might damage your computer software or data It is your responsibility to ensure that you have adequate protection in the form of firewalls antivirus software and anti spyware software and keep this software up to date Cleaning and maintenance Keep your computer and workspace clean Shut down the computer and then disconnect the power cord...

Page 16: ...xiv User Guide ...

Page 17: ...ta recover software and restore the entire contents of your hard disk to a previously saved state v Chapter 5 Using the Setup Utility on page 45 provides instructions on how to view and change the configuration settings of your computer v Chapter 6 Updating system programs on page 49 provides information about updating POST BIOS and how to recover from a POST BIOS update failure v Chapter 7 Troubl...

Page 18: ...xvi User Guide ...

Page 19: ... on the keyboard and your hands and fingers relaxed You can change the angle of the keyboard for maximum comfort by adjusting the position of the keyboard feet Viewing Distance Lower Back Support Seat Height Adjust the monitor so the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level Place the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance usually 51 to 61 cm 20 to 24 in and position it so you can vie...

Page 20: ...might result in a malfunction or damage Place the computer and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents usually 51 mm 2 in of air space is sufficient Also make sure the vented air is not blowing on someone else Electrical outlets and cable lengths The location of electrical outlets and the length of power cords and cables that connect to the monitor printer and other devices might determine th...

Page 21: ...ded connectors match the color of the cable end with the color of the connector For example match a blue cable end with a blue connector or a red cable end with a red connector Note Depending on your model type your computer might not have all of the connectors that are described in this section 1 Check the position of the voltage selection switch on the rear of the computer Use a ballpoint pen to...

Page 22: ...ble to the USB connector 4 Connect the monitor cable to the monitor connector on the computer v If you have a Video Graphics Array VGA Standard monitor connect the cable to the connector as shown Note If your model has two monitor connectors be sure to use the connector on the accelerated graphics port AGP adapter v If you have a digital video interface DVI monitor connect the cable to the connect...

Page 23: ...phone outlet as shown at the top of the illustration You also can use the splitter or converter without the telephone as shown at the bottom of the illustration 6 If you have audio devices attach them using the following instructions For more information about speakers see steps 7 and 8 on page 6 1 Audio line in This connector receives audio signals from an external audio device such as a stereo s...

Page 24: ...nnect the speakers to the computer d Connect the ac adapter to the ac power source 8 If you have unpowered speakers with no ac adapter use the following instructions a Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary On some speakers this cable is permanently attached b Connect the speakers to the computer 9 Connect any additional devices that you have Your computer might not have all...

Page 25: ...mes called Firewire because it transmits data rapidly There are two types of IEEE 1394 connectors the 4 pin and the 6 pin IEEE 1394 offers connection to several types of consumer electronics including digital audio devices and scanners 10 Connect the power cords to properly grounded electrical outlets Note Refer to the Access Help online help system for more information about connectors See Access...

Page 26: ...e following tasks which will save you time and trouble later v Create a diagnostic CD image diagnostic diskettes or rescue media Diagnostic programs are used to test hardware components of your computer and report operating system controlled settings that can cause hardware failures Making a diagnostic CD image diagnostic diskettes or rescue media ahead of time assures that you will be able to run...

Page 27: ...rd disk with a free 90 day subscription After 90 days you must get a new virus definition Refer to the Access Help online help system for more information about updating your antivirus software See Access Help on page 62 for instructions on how to open the online help system Shutting down the computer When you are ready to turn off your computer always follow the shutdown procedure for your operat...

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Page 29: ...n read Important safety information on page v These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely Note Use only the parts provided by Lenovo Features This section provides an overview of the computer features and preinstalled software System information The following information covers a variety of models For information for your specific model use the Setup Utility See Chapter 5 Using the ...

Page 30: ... speaker some models Connectivity v 10 100 1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller v Peripheral Component Interconnect PCI V 90 Data Fax modem some models System management features v Preboot Execution Environment PXE and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP v Wake on LAN v Wake on Ring in the Setup Utility program this feature is called Serial Port Ring Detect for an external modem v Remote ...

Page 31: ... by device Preinstalled software Your computer might come with preinstalled software If it does an operating system device drivers to support built in features and other support programs are included Operating systems preinstalled varies by model Note Not all countries or regions have these operating systems v Microsoft Windows XP Home v Microsoft Windows XP Professional v Microsoft Windows Vista ...

Page 32: ...ch as printers joysticks and scanners Security devices such as an integrated cable lock Monitors v Internal options System memory called dual inline memory modules DIMMs Peripheral component interconnect PCI adapter PCI Express x1 adapter Optical drive such as CD drives and DVD drives some models Hard disk drive For the latest information about available options see the Lenovo Web site at http www...

Page 33: ...2134 m 10 to 32 C 50 to 89 6 F Non operating 10 to 43 C 50 to 110 F Humidity Operating 10 to 80 Non operating 10 to 90 Transit 10 to 90 Maximum altitude 7000 ft 2133 6 m Electrical input Input voltage Low range Minimum 100 V ac Maximum 127 V ac Input frequency range 50 60 Hz Voltage switch setting 115 V ac High range Minimum 200 V ac Maximum 240V ac Input frequency range 50 60 Hz Voltage switch se...

Page 34: ... not open the static protective package containing the option until you are instructed to do so When you handle options and other computer components take these precautions to avoid static electricity damage v Limit your movement Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you v Always handle components carefully Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges Never touch any exposed ...

Page 35: ...ons you must install additional software in addition to making the physical connection When adding an external option use the information in this section to identify the required connector and then use the instructions that come with the option to help you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option Locating controls and connectors on the front o...

Page 36: ...onnector 3 PCI Express x1 adapter connector 11 Mouse connector 4 PCI adapter connector 12 Keyboard 5 USB connectors 4 13 Audio line out connector 6 Ethernet connector 14 Audio line in connector 7 USB connectors 2 15 Power supply diagnostic LEDs 8 VGA monitor connector Note Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your compute...

Page 37: ...evices that use a 25 pin parallel connector Audio line in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device such as a stereo system When you attach an external audio device a cable is connected between the audio line out connector of the device and the audio line in connector of the computer Audio line out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to external devic...

Page 38: ... operating system and turn off all attached devices 2 Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets 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 4 Remove any locking devices such as a cable lock that secure the cover 5 Press the buttons on the sides of the computer and pivot the computer ...

Page 39: ... components in your computer 1 Diskette drive lock 7 Internal speaker 2 Microprocessor and heat sink 8 Hard disk drive 3 Memory modules 2 9 Optical drive 4 Battery 10 Optical drive lock 5 PCI riser assembly 11 Diskette drive 6 Power supply assembly Chapter 3 Installing options 21 ...

Page 40: ... system board components and the drives 1 Open the computer cover See Opening the cover on page 20 2 Pivot the drive bay assembly upward as illustrated Note Make sure you note the location of any cables that you disconnect from the drives or the system board 3 If any PCI adapters are installed remove the PCI riser and adapter cards Do not remove any adapters from the riser card See Installing PCI ...

Page 41: ...stration shows the locations of parts on the system board 1 Memory connector 1 10 Internal speaker connector 2 Memory connector 2 11 Diskette drive connector 3 SATA IDE connectors 2 12 Front panel connector 4 BIOS WP 13 Power supply connector 5 Cover presence switch Tamper SW connector 14 12v power connector 6 PCI riser connector 15 Microprocessor 7 Battery 16 Fan connector 2 8 Clear CMOS Recovery...

Page 42: ...y DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs can be used To install a memory module 1 Open the computer cover See Opening the cover on page 20 2 Access the system board See Accessing system board components and drives on page 22 3 Locate the memory connectors See Identifying parts on the system board on page 23 4 Open the retaining clips 5 Position the memory module over the memory connector Make sure that the notch 1 on t...

Page 43: ...card with one PCI adapter connector and one PCI Express x1 adapter connector To install a PCI adapter 1 Open the computer cover See Opening the cover on page 20 2 While holding the left rear of the computer chassis down pull upward on the handle provided to remove the PCI riser and any adapters that are currently installed 3 Release the adapter latch and remove the connector cover for the appropri...

Page 44: ... computer uses to read and store data You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and to enable your computer to read other types of media Some of the different drives that are available for your computer are v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment SATA hard disk drives v SATA Optical drives such as CD drives or DVD drives v Removable media drives Note These different drives a...

Page 45: ...ypes and size of drives you can install in each bay 1 Bay 1 Maximum height 26 1 mm 1 0 in 3 5 inch hard disk drive preinstalled 2 Bay 2 Maximum height 43 0 mm 1 7 in Optical drives such as CD drive or DVD drive preinstalled in some models 3 5 inch hard disk drive requires a Universal Adapter Bracket 5 25 to 3 5 inch 5 25 inch hard disk drive 3 Bay 3 Maximum height 12 7 mm 0 5 in 3 5 inch diskette ...

Page 46: ...ions 3 Remove the front bezel by releasing the tab as shown and pivoting the bezel outward from the bottom 4 Lower the drive bay assembly 5 Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by using a flat blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose 6 If you are installing a drive with accessible media such as an optical drive remove the plastic panel in the bezel by squeezing the plastic tabs that secure t...

Page 47: ...to the drive bay until it snaps into position 11 Slide the optical drive lock 1 to the locked position 12 Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections 13 Continue at Connecting a serial ATA drive Connecting a serial ATA drive A serial optical or additional hard disk drive can be connected to any available SATA connector 1 Locate the signal cable that comes with the n...

Page 48: ...iate section v To complete the installation go to Closing the cover and connecting the cables on page 35 Installing a diskette drive in bay 3 To install a diskette drive in bay 3 do the following 1 Open the computer cover See Opening the cover on page 20 2 Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections 30 User Guide ...

Page 49: ... drive bay by using a flat blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose 6 Remove the plastic panel in the bezel by squeezing the plastic tabs that secure the panel on the inside of the bezel 7 Reinstall the front bezel 8 Slide the diskette drive lock to the unlock position See Locating components on page 21 9 Connect the flat cable to the new drive Chapter 3 Installing options 31 ...

Page 50: ...the cover and connecting the cables on page 35 Security features To help prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer several security lock options are available In addition to a physical lock unauthorized use of your computer can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is typed in Make sure that any security cables you install do not int...

Page 51: ...password When you turn on your computer you are prompted to type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use What to do next v To work with another option go to the appropriate section v To complete the installation go to Closing the cover and connecting the cables on page 35 Changing the battery Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date time and settings for built ...

Page 52: ...ayed This is normal after replacing the battery 9 Turn on the computer and all attached devices 10 Use the Setup Utility program to set the date and time and any passwords See Chapter 5 Using the Setup Utility on page 45 Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing CMOS This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords For more information about lost or forgotten passwords go to the ThinkVantag...

Page 53: ...e the computer cover and reconnect cables including telephone lines and power cords Also depending on the option that is installed you might need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program To close the computer cover and connect cables to your computer 1 Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer 2...

Page 54: ...able lock as necessary 6 Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer See Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 18 7 To update the configuration see Chapter 5 Using the Setup Utility on page 45 36 User Guide ...

Page 55: ...to the same state as when the computer was originally shipped from the factory Product Recovery discs are useful if you transfer the computer to another area sell the computer recycle the computer or as a last resort put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed As a precautionary measure it is important to create a set of Product Recovery discs as soon a...

Page 56: ...escue device in the startup sequence on page 43 for more information 4 If you have set a Master password type your password when prompted 5 In the Rescue and Recovery menu click Restore your system 6 Follow the instructions on the screen Insert the appropriate Product Recovery disc when prompted Note After restoring your hard disk to the original factory content you might have to reinstall some so...

Page 57: ...rkspace see Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected hidden area of your hard disk that operates independently from the Windows operating system This enables you to perform recovery operations even if the Windows operating system cannot be started You can perform the following recovery operations from t...

Page 58: ...he of the following v To rescue files from your hard disk or from a backup click Rescue files then follow the instructions on the screen v To restore your hard disk from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to restore your hard drive to the factory contents click Restore your system then follow the instructions on the screen v For information about other features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace cl...

Page 59: ...ive When the rescue media starts the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens Help for each feature is available from the Rescue and Recovery workspace If your rescue media fails to start you might not have your rescue device CD drive DVD drive or USB device set correctly in your BIOS startup sequence See Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence on page 43 for more information Creating and using...

Page 60: ... devices The latest device drivers for factory installed devices also are available on the World Wide Web at http www lenovo com think support To reinstall a device driver for a factory installed device do the following 1 Start your computer and operating system 2 Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to display the directory structure of your hard disk 3 Open the C SWTOOLS folder 4 Open the DRIVERS...

Page 61: ...lity on page 45 Solving recovery problems If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment you can v Use your rescue media CD DVD or USB hard disk to start the Rescue and Recovery workspace See Creating and using rescue media on page 40 for details v Use a Recovery Repair diskette to repair the Rescue and Recovery workspace or repair a file needed to enter t...

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Page 63: ...lity program menu is not displayed until you type your password See Using passwords for more information The Setup Utility might start automatically when POST detects that hardware has been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer Viewing and changing settings The Setup Utility program menu lists items that identify system configuration topics When working with the Setup Utility...

Page 64: ... access the Setup Utility program If both the user and administrator passwords are set you can type either password However to change any configuration settings you must use your administrator password Setting changing and deleting a password To set change or delete a password do the following Note A password can be any combination of up to twelve characters A Z a z and 0 9 See Password considerat...

Page 65: ...elease the F12 key Note If you are using a USB keyboard and the Startup Device Menu does not display using this method repeatedly press and release the F12 key rather than leaving it pressed when turning on the computer 3 Select the desired startup device from the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to begin Note Selecting a startup device from the Startup Device menu does not permanently change t...

Page 66: ...ng system other than Windows XP your computer performance might be degraded Therefore you should always set HyperThreading to Disabled unless you are sure your operating system supports HyperThreading Exiting from the Setup Utility program When you finish viewing or changing settings press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program menu you might have to press Esc several times If you want to save...

Page 67: ...uctions for using the POST BIOS updates are available in a txt file that is included with the update files For most models you can download either an update program to create a system program update flash diskette or an update program that can be run from the operating system Note You can download a self starting bootable CD image known as an iso image of the diagnostics program from http www leno...

Page 68: ...edure commonly called Boot block Recovery 1 Turn off the computer and any attached devices such as printers monitors and external drives 2 Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets and open the computer cover See Opening the cover on page 20 3 Access the system board See Accessing system board components and drives on page 22 4 Locate the Clear CMOS Recovery jumper on the system board See Ide...

Page 69: ...15 Close the computer cover and reconnect any cables that were disconnected 16 Turn on the computer to restart the operating system Chapter 6 Updating system programs 51 ...

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Page 71: ...d warranty information that is provided with your computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers The monitor screen is blank Verify that v The monitor cable is securely attached to the rear of the monitor and to the rear of the computer v The monitor power cord is plugged into the monitor and into a working electrical outlet v The monitor is turned on and the brightness and contrast ...

Page 72: ...information If you cannot correct the problem have the computer serviced Refer to the safety and warranty information that is provided with your computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers The operating system will not start Verify that v There is no diskette in the diskette drive v The startup sequence includes the device where the operating system resides Usually the operating s...

Page 73: ...ws Follow the instructions on the screen For additional information about running the diagnostic program refer to the PC Doctor for Windows help system If you still suspect a problem after PC Doctor for Windows runs successfully run PC Doctor for DOS or PC Doctor for Windows PE to help you diagnose your computer problem PC Doctor for DOS Depending upon your machine type and model you either have P...

Page 74: ...When the operation is complete remove the diskette and click Quit Running diagnostics from the CD or diskettes To run diagnostics from the diagnostic CD image or diagnostic diskettes that you created use the following procedure 1 Make sure your computer is turned off 2 If you are running diagnostics from diskettes using a USB diskette drive plug in the USB device 3 Insert the CD into the optical d...

Page 75: ... from the Rescue and Recovery workspace use the following procedure 1 Shut down the operating system and turn off the computer 2 Repeatedly press and release the F11 key as you turn on the computer 3 When you hear beeps or see a logo screen stop pressing the F11 key The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens 4 From the Rescue and Recovery workspace select Diagnose hardware 5 The diagnostic program op...

Page 76: ...o clean the mouse Use the following procedure to clean the non optical mouse Note The following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse 1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage To clean a mouse with a ball follow the instructions below 1 Turn off your computer 2 Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer 3 Turn the mouse upside down Twist the retainer ring 1 to the u...

Page 77: ...hol Turn the rollers with your finger and continue swabbing them until all the dirt is removed Be sure the rollers are still centered in their channels after you clean them 9 Remove any fibers from the swab that might be remaining on the rollers 10 Replace the ball and the retainer ring Twist the retainer ring to the locked position 11 Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer 12 Turn your compute...

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Page 79: ...s also are available on the Lenovo Web site at http www lenovo com Notes 1 These publications are in Portable Document Format PDF format which requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to be installed If Adobe Acrobat Reader has not yet been installed on your computer a message will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Acrobat Reader installation 2 The publicat...

Page 80: ...ore information on CRUs see Service and upgrades on page vi www lenovo com The Lenovo Web site www lenovo com provides an extensive amount of information and services to help you buy upgrade and maintain your computer You can access the most up to date information for your computer on the Lenovo Web site From the www lenovo com Web site you can also v Shop for desktop and notebook computers monito...

Page 81: ...le during the warranty period v Problem determination Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem v Hardware repair If the problem is determined to be caused by hardware under warranty trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service v Engineering Change mana...

Page 82: ...y in or on site service that is provided in the servicing country Service centers in certain countries might not be able to service all models of a particular machine type In some countries fees and restrictions might apply at the time of service To determine whether your computer is eligible for International Warranty Service and to view a list of the countries where service is available go to ht...

Page 83: ...one it is just like specifying a parameter of 0 Example ATH ENTER Basic AT commands In the following listings all default settings are printed in bold text Command Function A Manually answer incoming call A Repeat last command executed Do not precede A with AT or follow with ENTER D_ 0 9 A D and L last number redial P pulse dialing Note Pulse dialing is not supported for Australia New Zealand Norw...

Page 84: ...turn to Data Mode O1 Return to Data Mode and initiate an equalizer retrain P Set Pulse dial as default Q_ Q0 Modem sends responses Sr Read and display value in register r Sr n Set register r to value n n 0 255 T Set Tone Dial as default V_ V0 Numeric responses V1 Word responses W_ W0 Report DTE speed only W1 Report line speed error correction protocol and DTE speed W2 Report DCE speed only X_ X0 H...

Page 85: ...low control M_ M0 Asynchronous operation P_ P0 US setting for off hook to on hook ratio P1 UK and Hong Kong off hook to on hook ratio P2 Same as P0 setting but at 20 pulses per minute P3 Same as P1 setting but at 20 pulses per minute R_ R0 Reserved R1 CTS operates per flow control requirements S_ S0 Force DSR Signal High ON S1 DSR off in command mode on in on line mode T_ T0 Ends test in progress ...

Page 86: ... Parameter b specifies automode operations where 0 automode disabled 1 automode enabled with V 8 V 32 Annex A Parameter c specifies the minimum connection data rate 300 56000 Parameter d specifies the maximum connection rate 300 56000 Parameter e specifies the codec type 0 Law and 1 A Law Parameter f specifies robbed bit signaling detection 0 detection disabled 1 detection enabled MNP V 42 V 42bis...

Page 87: ... Set the polled station identification FCIG Report the polled station identification FCR Capability to receive FCR Capability to receive FCSI Report the called station ID FDCC DCE capabilities parameters FDCS Report current session FDCS Current session results FDIS Report remote capabilities FDIS Current sessions parameters FDR Begin or continue phase C receive data FDT Data transmission FDTC Repo...

Page 88: ...ufacturer REV Identify Revision Level TL Audio output transmit level VBQ Query Buffer Size VBS Bits per sample ADPCM or PCM VBT Beep Tone Timer VCI Identify Compression Method VLS Voice line select VRA Ringback goes away timer VRN Ringback never came timer VRX Voice Receive Mode VSDB Silence deletion tuner VSK Buffer skid setting VSP Silence detection period VSR Sampling rate selection VSS Silence...

Page 89: ...s not have Taxsignal switched OFF modem function may be impaired The impairment may be resolved by a filter with the following specifications Telekom PTT SCR BE Taximpulssperrfilter 12kHz PTT Art 444 112 7 Bakom 93 0291 Z N Appendix A Manual modem commands 71 ...

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Page 91: ...s information could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information herein these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time without notice The products described in this document are not intended for...

Page 92: ...ion technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States other countries or both Lenovo Rescue and Recovery ThinkCentre ThinkVantage The following terms a...

Page 93: ...6 PC Doctor for DOS 54 55 PC Doctor for Windows 54 55 PC Doctor for Windows PE 54 57 programs 54 63 Rescue and Recovery workspace 56 57 diagnostic CD image creating 55 running 56 diagnostic diskettes creating 56 running 56 drives bays 27 internal 26 specifications 27 dual inline memory modules DIMMs 24 E environment operating 15 Ethernet 12 Ethernet connector 19 exiting Setup Utility 48 expansion ...

Page 94: ...ST 49 R recovering from a POST BIOS update failure 50 Rescue and Recovery 37 riser card 25 S security cable lock 33 features 13 selecting startup device 47 temporary startup device 47 serial connector 19 Setup Utility 45 software installing 8 system board components accessing 22 connectors 23 identifying parts 23 location 23 memory 14 24 system management 12 system programs 49 T ThinkVantage Produ...

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