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- Page 1 ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 0399, 0452, 0500, 0598, and 0841...
- Page 3 ThinkCentre User Guide...
- Page 4 Second Edition (November 2009) © Copyright Lenovo 2009. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility . . . 39 Starting the Setup Utility program . Viewing and changing settings . Using passwords © Copyright Lenovo 2009 Password considerations . Set User Password . Set Supervisor Password . Setting, changing, and deleting a password . - Page 6 User Guide...
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Page 7: Important Safety Information
If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, you can obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support ©... - Page 8 User Guide...
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Page 9: Chapter 1. Product Overview
10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller System management features v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results v Automatic power-on startup v System Management (SM) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) and SM software © Copyright Lenovo 2009 ® microprocessor ® dual-core microprocessor ™... - Page 10 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) Input/Output (I/O) features v Ethernet connector v 9-pin serial port v Six USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors (two on the front panel and four on the rear panel) v Two audio connectors on the front panel (headphone connector and microphone connector)
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Page 11: Specifications
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 175 mm (6.9 inches) Height: 371 mm (14.6 inches) (with front bezel) 350 mm (13.78 inches) (without front bezel) Depth: 425 mm (16.7 inches) (with front bezel) 370 mm (14.5 inches) (without front bezel) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 11.2 kg (24.7 lbs) Environment... - Page 12 This diagnostic program works through the Windows operating system to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled settings that can cause hardware failures. See “Lenovo System Toolbox” on page 46 for more information. Note: The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on computers preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo.
- Page 13 Your computer comes with antivirus software that you can use to detect and eliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your hard disk drive with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus program updates.
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Page 14: Locations
Locations Locating connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the locations of the connectors on the front of your computer. Note: Not all computer models have the following connectors. Figure 1. Front connector locations 1 USB connector 2 Headphone connector User Guide 3 Microphone connector... -
Page 15: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer. Figure 2. - Page 16 Connector Audio line-in connector Audio line-out connector Ethernet connector Microphone connector Serial port USB connector VGA monitor connector User Guide Description 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.
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Page 17: Locating Components
Locating components Figure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To remove the computer cover and gain access to the inside of the computer, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 14. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Heat sink and fan assembly 2 Memory modules 3 Battery... -
Page 18: Locating Parts On The System Board
Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board part locations 1 Microprocessor 2 Microprocessor fan connector 3 Memory slots (2) 4 Thermal sensor connector 5 24-pin power connector 6 SATA connectors (3) 7 Front panel connector 8 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal... - Page 19 Figure 5 shows the locations of the drive bays in your computer. Figure 5. Drive bay locations 1 Bay 1 - Optical drive bay (with an optical drive installed) 2 Bay 2 - Secondary SATA hard disk drive bay 3 Bay 3 - Primary SATA hard disk drive bay (with a 3.5-inch SATA hard disk drive installed) Chapter 1.
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Page 21: Chapter 2. Installing Or Replacing Hardware
PCI cards, or drives, and maintain your computer by replacing the failing hardware. Notes: 1. Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. 2. When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option. -
Page 22: Removing The Computer Cover
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. -
Page 23: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the front bezel. - Page 24 3. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis. Then, pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position on the left side. Note: If you have completely removed the front bezel off the chassis, you need Figure 8.
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Page 25: Installing Or Replacing A Pci Card
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. - Page 26 b. If the PCI card is secured in place by a retaining latch 1 , press the retaining latch downwards to release the PCI card from the latch. Then, grasp the PCI card and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 10.
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Page 27: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. - Page 28 2. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board. 3. Locate the memory slots on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 10. 4. Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might prevent your access to the memory slots.
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Page 29: Replacing The Battery
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and configuration information for built-in features. -
Page 30: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. - Page 31 7. Install the four screws to secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 8. Connect the new power supply assembly cables to the system board and all drives.
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Page 32: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink and fan assembly. - Page 33 4. Remove the four screws 1 that secure the heat sink and fan assembly. Note: Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage. The four screws cannot be removed from the heat sink and fan assembly. Figure 18.
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Page 34: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive. - Page 35 4. Remove the four screws that secure the hard disk drive. Then, slide the hard disk drive out of the chassis. Figure 19. Removing the hard disk drive 5. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay and align the screw holes in the new hard disk drive with the corresponding holes in the drive bay.
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Page 36: Replacing The Optical Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. - Page 37 3. Remove the two screws that secure the optical drive. Then, slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer. Figure 23. Removing the optical drive 4. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay from the front and align the screw holes in the new optical drive with the corresponding holes in the drive bay.
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Page 38: Replacing The Keyboard Or Mouse
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard or mouse. -
Page 39: Completing The Parts Replacement
7. To update your configuration, refer to Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 39. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). Information about this will come with the new CRUs or will come a few days after you receive the new CRUs. -
Page 40: Installing Security Features
See Figure 27. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order an integrated cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support... -
Page 41: Padlock
Padlock Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop so that the computer cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Figure 28. Installing a padlock Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password. - Page 42 7. Move the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2). 8. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the power cords. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 31. User Guide...
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Page 43: Chapter 3. Recovery Information
On Windows Vista and Windows XP, you can create recovery media using discs only. v To create recovery media on Windows 7, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. -
Page 44: Using Recovery Media
Device drivers for factory-installed devices are located in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS subdirectory on the computer hard disk drive (usually drive C:). The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Other device drivers are on the software media that come with individual devices. - Page 45 WIN98.txt. The TXT file contains information about how to install the device driver. Follow the instructions to complete the installation. v If the device subfolder contains a file with the .inf extension and you want to install the device driver using the INF file, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for the detailed information about how to install the device driver.
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Page 47: Chapter 4. Using The Setup Utility
Not be your name or your user name v Not be a common word or a common name v Be significantly different from your previous passwords © Copyright Lenovo 2009 displayed until you type the correct password. For more information, see “Using passwords.”... -
Page 48: Set User Password
Set User Password After you have set a user password using the Set User Password option, the user is prompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on. The computer cannot be used until a valid password is typed in. For more information on how to set a password, see “Setting, changing, and deleting a password.”... -
Page 49: Selecting A Startup Device
Notes: a. If you do not want to save the settings, select Exit → Discard Changes and Exit. b. If you have changed the settings and want to return to the default settings, select Exit → Load Optimal Defaults or press F9. Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up from a device such as the hard disk drive or the disc in the optical drive as expected, do one of the following to select the... -
Page 50: Exiting From The Setup Utility Program
Exiting from the Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing the settings, press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press Esc several times. Then, do one of the following: v If you want to save the new settings, press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program. -
Page 51: Chapter 5. Updating System Programs
Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST and BIOS. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com. Instructions 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) disc or an update program that can be run from the operating system. -
Page 52: Updating (Flashing) Bios From Your Operating System
Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure. To update (flash) BIOS from your operating system: 1. -
Page 53: Chapter 6. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics
Note: If you cannot correct the problem after doing the basic troubleshooting, have the computer serviced. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer for the safety and warranty information and the list of Lenovo Support telephone numbers. Symptom The computer does not start... -
Page 54: Diagnostic Programs
2. If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the diagnostic program, save and print the log files created by the diagnostic program. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative. -
Page 55: Pc-Doctor For Dos
PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program if you are unable to start the Windows operating system or if the Lenovo System Toolbox program has not been successful in isolating a possible problem. You can run the PC-Doctor for DOS program from a diagnostic disc that you created. -
Page 56: Non-Optical Mouse
To clean the optical mouse, do the following: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3. Turn the mouse upside down to look at the lens. a. If there is a smudge on the lens, gently clean the area with a plain cotton-tipped swab. - Page 57 4. Place your hand over the retainer ring and ball 2 , and then turn the mouse bottom-side down, so that the retainer ring and ball fall out into your hand. 5. Wash the ball in warm, soapy water. Then dry it with a clean cloth. 6.
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Page 59: Chapter 7. Getting Information, Help, And Service
PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Reader program installation. 2. The publications are available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. -
Page 60: Lenovo Web Site (Http://Www.lenovo.com)
55. Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) The Lenovo Web site provides up-to-date information and services to help you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer. You can also do the following: v Shop for desktop and notebook computers, monitors, projectors, upgrades and accessories for your computer, and special offers. -
Page 61: Using Other Services
You must retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty service. For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support and click Support phone list or refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that is provided with your computer. -
Page 62: Purchasing Additional Services
Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com User Guide... -
Page 63: Appendix. Notices
Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. -
Page 64: Television Output Notice
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Trademarks Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, ThinkCentre, and ThinkVantage are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. -
Page 65: Index
3 Ethernet 1 Ethernet connector 8 exiting, Setup Utility 42 expansion 2 external options, installing 13 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 failure, recovering from POST/BIOS update 44 features 1 flashing BIOS 43 front bezel removing, reinstalling 15 front connectors 6... - Page 66 media, creating and using recovery media 35 memory module 19 installing, replacing 19 microphone connector 8 mouse cleaning 47 non-optical 48 optical mouse 47 mouse, replacing 30 non-optical mouse 48 notice, television output 56 notices 55 Online Books folder 51 optical drive, replacing 28 optical mouse 47 padlock 33...
- Page 67 USB connector 8 using diagnostic programs 52 documentation 52 other services 53 passwords 39 Setup Utility 39 VGA monitor connector 8 video subsystem 1 viewing and changing settings 39 warranty information 51 Web site, Lenovo 52 Index...
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- Page 70 Part Number: 71Y5767 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 71Y5767...
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