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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the “Important safety information” on page v and Appendix D, “Notices,” on page 45. Third Edition (October 2005) © Copyright Lenovo 2005. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. U.S. GOVERNMENT USERS – RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS.
Contents Important safety information . . . . . . v Conditions that require immediate action . . . . . v General safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . . vi Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . vii Extension cords and related devices . . . . . vii Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . viii Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . ix CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . ix Additional safety information. . . . . .
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Important safety information Note Please read important safety information first. This information can help you safely use your ThinkCentre® or ThinkPad® personal computer. Follow and retain all information included with your computer. The information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the Lenovo™ Statement of Limited Warranty. Customer safety is important. Our products are developed to be safe and effective. However, personal computers are electronic devices.
unplug it from the power source and telecommunication lines until you can speak to the Customer Support Center for further guidance. See “Information resources” on page xiii. v Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or power supplies that are cracked, broken or damaged. v Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks or fire. v Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, creases), discharge from a battery, or a buildup of foreign substances on the battery.
Danger Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. Attention Before replacing any CRUs, turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the cover. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer. Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp.
product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and input ratings. Plugs and outlets If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not bend or modify the plug.
Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions: v Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer produces some heat during normal operation.
v Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or damaged discs Additional safety information Danger Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
Modem safety information Caution To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using telephone equipment, always follow basic safety precautions, such as: v Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. v Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.
Overview Thank you for selecting this computer. Your computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computer technology and can be upgraded as your needs change. Adding hardware options to your computer is an easy way to increase its capabilities. Instructions for installing external and internal options are included in this publication. When adding an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come along with the option.
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Chapter 1. Installing options This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding memory, adapters, or drives. When installing an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option. Important Before you install or remove any option, read “Important safety information” on page v. These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely.
v Intel Celeron® D processor v Internal cache (size varies by model type) Memory v Support for two double data rate dual inline memory modules (DDR DIMMs) v 6 Mbits flash memory for system programs Internal drives v 3.
Expansion v Three drive bays v One 32-bit PCI adapter connector v One PCI Express x1 adapter connector Power v 230 Watt power supply with manual voltage selection switch v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching v Advanced Power Management support v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support Security features v User and administrator passwords for BIOS access v Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (some models, see the
Available options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – Serial port devices, such as external modems and digital cameras – Audio devices, such as external speakers for the sound system – USB devices, such 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)
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 310 mm (12.2 in.) Heat output (approximate) in British thermal units (Btu) per hour: Height: 87.5 mm (3.45 in.) Minimum configuration: 256 Btu/hr (75 watts) Depth: 358 mm (14.1 in.) Maximum configuration: 904 Btu/hr (265 watts) Airflow Weight Minimum configuration as shipped: 7.3 kg (16 lbs) Maximum configuration: 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs) Approximately 16 cubic feet (0.
Supported operating positions To provide proper air flow to internal components, you must position your computer in one of the positions as illustrated below. Note: A floor stand should be used when placing your computer in the vertical position. Tools required To install some options in your computer, you might need a flat-blade or Phillips screwdriver. Additional tools might be needed for certain options. See the instructions that come with the option.
v When you install a new option, touch the static-protective package containing the option to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the package and your body. v When possible, remove the option and install it directly in the computer without setting the option down. When this is not possible, place the static-protective package that the option came in on a smooth, level surface and place the option on it.
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of connectors on the rear of your computer.
Connector Description Serial connector Used to attach an external modem, serial printer, or other devices that use a 9-pin serial connector. Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable. USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection, such as a USB scanner or USB printer.
Opening the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 6 before opening the computer cover. To open the computer cover: 1. Remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer.
Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Diskette drive lock Microprocessor and heat sink Memory modules (2) Battery PCI riser assembly Power supply assembly 7 8 9 10 11 Internal speaker Hard disk drive Optical drive Optical drive lock Diskette drive Chapter 1.
Accessing system board components and drives You might need to pivot the drive bay assembly upward and remove the PCI riser and adapters to access system board components such as memory, the battery, and to access the drives. To access system board components and the drives: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 10. 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.
Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board.
Installing memory Your computer has two connectors for installing double date rate dual inline memory modules (DDR DIMMs) that provide up to a maximum of 4 GB of system memory. When installing memory modules, the following rules apply: v Use 1.8 V, 240-pin, double data rate 2 synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR2 SDRAM). v Use 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB DIMMs in any combination. Note: Only DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs can be used. To install a memory module: 1. Open the computer cover.
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 25. Installing PCI adapters This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing PCI adapters. Your computer has a riser 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 10. 2.
5. Install the adapter into the appropriate connector in the PCI riser. Note: The top connector is for the PCI adapter and the bottom connector is for the PCI Express x1 adapter. 6. Position the adapter latch to retain the adapters. 7. Reinstall the PCI riser assembly. 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 25.
Drive specifications Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives: v A 3.5-inch hard disk drive in bay 1 v An optical drive in bay 2 (some models) v A 3.5-inch diskette drive in bay 3 (some models) Any bay that does not have a drive installed has a static shield and bay panel installed. The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays. The following list describes the types and size of drives you can install in each bay: 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 26.1 mm (1.0 in.
Installing a drive in bay 2 To install an optical drive or an additional hard disk drive in bay 2, do the following: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 10. 2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections. 3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the tab as shown. 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.
Note: If you are installing a 3.5-inch hard disk drive you must use a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch. You can obtain this bracket from a local computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center. 7. Reinstall the front bezel. 8. Slide the optical drive lock to the unlock position. See “Locating components” on page 11. 9.
2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections. 3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the tab as shown. 4. Lower the drive bay assembly. 5. Remove the metal shield from the diskette 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.
10. Install the new drive from the rear of the drive bay assembly and slide the diskette drive lock 1 to the locked position. 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 25. Connecting drives The steps to connect a drive are different depending on the type of drive you are connecting. Use one of the following procedures for your drive connection.
4. Locate the extra four-wire power connector labelled P4 and connect it to the drive. Connecting an additional serial ATA hard disk drive A serial hard disk drive can be connected to any available SATA connector. 1. Locate the signal cable that comes with the new drive. 2. Locate the available SATA connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 13. 3. Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the available SATA connector on the system board. 4.
Integrated cable lock With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as the Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many laptop computers. You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo. Go to http://www.lenovo.
Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To change the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and from the computer. 2. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 10. 3. Access the system board. See “Accessing system board components and drives” on page 12. 4. Locate the battery. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 13. 5. Remove the old battery. 6.
4. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3). 5. Reinstall the PCI riser assembly if removed. 6. Lower the drive bay assembly and reconnect any cables that were disconnected. 7. Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. See “Closing the cover and connecting the cables.” 8. Restart the computer, leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Turn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately 5 seconds.
8. To update the configuration, see Chapter 2, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 27.
Chapter 2. Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility program is stored in the electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) of your computer. The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the operating-system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility program. Starting the Setup Utility program To start the Setup Utility program, do the following: 1.
Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to twelve characters (a-z and 0-9) and symbols. For security reasons, it is a good idea to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. Strong passwords typically adhere to the following rules: v Have at least eight characters in length v Contain at least one alphabetic character, one numeric character, and one symbol v Contain at least one of the following symbols: , .
before any hard disk drive can be used. This prompt is displayed each time you turn on your computer. If your computer has multiple hard disk drives, they all must use the same password. Attention If an IDE Drive User Password is set but no IDE Drive Master Password is set, there is no recovery in the event that the IDE Drive User Password is lost or forgotten. The hard disk drive must be replaced. See “IDE Drive Master Password.
Using Security Profile by Device Security Profile by Device is used to enable or disable user access to the following devices: IDE controller Diskette Drive Access Diskette Write Protect When this feature is set to Disable, all devices connected to the IDE controller (such as hard disk drives or the CD-ROM drive) are disabled and will not be displayed in the system configuration. When this feature is set to Disable, the diskette drive cannot be accessed.
1. Start the Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 27). 2. Select Startup. 3. Select Startup Sequence. See the information displayed on the right side of the screen. 4. Select the devices for the Primary Startup Sequence, the Automatic Startup Sequence, and the Error Startup Sequence. 5. Select Exit from the Setup Utility menu and then Save Settings or Save and exit the Setup Utility.
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Appendix A. Updating system programs This appendix contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update failure. System program System programs are the basic layer of software that is built into your computer. They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Utility program. POST is a set of tests and procedures that is performed each time you turn on your computer.
Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Due to constant improvements being made to the Web site, Web page content (including the links referenced in the following procedure) is subject to change. 1. From your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/think/support in the address field and press Enter. 2. Locate the Downloadable files for your machine type as follows: a. Under Use Quick path, type your machine type and click Go. b. Click Continue. c. Click Downloads and drivers. d.
Appendix B. Cleaning the mouse This appendix provides instructions on how to clean your mouse. The procedure will be different depending on which type of mouse you have. Cleaning an optical mouse If you experience some problems with your optical mouse, check the following: 1. Unplug the mouse from the computer. 2. Turn the mouse over and look carefully at the lens area. a. If there is a smudge on the lens, gently clean the area with a plain cotton-tipped swab. b.
To clean a mouse with a ball: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Turn the mouse over, with the top side down, and look carefully at the bottom. Twist the retainer ring 1 to the unlocked position to remove the ball. 3. Place your hand over the retainer ring and ball 2 , and then turn the mouse over, top side up, so that the retainer ring and ball fall out into your hand. 4. Wash the ball in warm, soapy water then dry it with a clean cloth. Blow air carefully into the ball cage 4 to dislodge dust and lint. 5.
Appendix C. Manual modem commands The following section lists commands for manually programming your modem. Commands are accepted by the modem while it is in Command Mode. Your modem is automatically in Command Mode until you dial a number and establish a connection. Commands can be sent to your modem from a PC running communication software or any other terminal devices. All commands sent to the modem must begin with AT and end with ENTER.
Command Function H1 Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy I_ L_ M_ I0 Display product-identification code I1 Factory ROM checksum test I2 Internal memory test I3 Firmware ID I4 Reserved ID L0 Low speaker volume L1 Low speaker volume L2 Medium speaker volume L3 High speaker volume M0 Internal speaker off M1 Internal speaker on until carrier detected M2 Internal speaker always on M3 Internal speaker on until carrier detected and off while d
Extended AT commands Command Function &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 Turn on CD when remote carrier is present &D0 Modem ignores the DTR signal &D1 Modem returns to Command Mode after DTR toggle &D2 Modem hangs up, returns to the Command Mode after DTR toggle &D3 Resets modem after DTR toggle &F_ &F Recall factory default configuration &G_ &G0 Guard tone disabled &G1 Guard tone disabled &G2 1800 Hz guard tone &K0 Disable flow control &K3 Enable RTS/CTS hardware flow
Command Function &W_ %E_ &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile as Profile 1 %E0 Disable auto-retrain %E1 Enable auto-retrain +MS? Displays the current Select Modulation settings +MS=? Displays a list of supported Select Modulation options +MS=a,b,c,e,f Select modulation where: a=0, 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 12, 56, 64, 69; b=0-1; c=300-56000; d=30056000; e=0-1; and f=0-1. A, b, c, d, e, f default=12, 1, 300, 56000, 0, 0.
Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n Data/Fax Auto Answer +FCLASS=n Service Class +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC framing +FRM=n Receive data +FRS=n Receive silence +FTH=n Transmit data with HDLC framing +FTM=n Transmit data +FTS=n Stop transmission and wait Fax Class 2 commands +FCLASS=n Services class. +FAA=n Adaptive answer. +FAXERR Fax error value. +FBOR Phase C data bit order. +FBUF? Buffer size (read only). +FCFR Indicate confirmation to receive. +FCLASS= Service class.
+FPHCTO Phase C time out. +FPOLL Indicates polling request. +FPTS: Page transfer status. +FPTS= Page transfer status. +FREV? Identify revision. +FSPT Enable polling. +FTSI: Report the transmit station ID.
Attention Switzerland User: If your Swisscom phone line does 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 C.
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Appendix D. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. Television output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory-installed television-output feature.
Index A H adapter connectors 15 installing 15 peripheral component interconnect (PCI) audio line in connector 9 audio line out connector 9 audio subsystem 2 hard disk drive recovery 29 hard disk drive security 28 B battery, changing 23 BIOS, updating (flashing) Boot-block recovery 34 33 4 I information resources xiii input/output (I/O) features 2 installing options adapters 15 internal drives 16 memory modules 14 security features 22 internal drives 2 C K cables, connecting 25 changing startup dev
password (continued) lost or forgotten 24 setting, changing, deleting 29 user 28 passwords considerations 28 PCI adapter 15 physical specifications 5 power Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support 3 Advanced Power Management support 3 features 3 R recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure 34 resetting hard disk drive password 29 power-on password 29 riser card 15 S security cable lock 23 features 3 selecting startup device 30 temporary startup device 30 serial connector 9 Setup Utility 2
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