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- Page 1 User Guide Types 8129, 8132, 8133 Types 8134, 8135, 8136 n t r in k...
- Page 3 User Guide Types 8129, 8132, 8133 Types 8134, 8135, 8136...
- Page 4 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 Computer Software–Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, or under Rights in...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Password protection Changing the battery . Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) . © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Replacing the cover and connecting the cables . Chapter 2. Using the Setup Utility . vi . vi program . - Page 6 User Guide...
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Page 7: Important Safety Information
In the unlikely event that you notice any of the conditions listed below, or if you have any safety concerns with your product, stop using the product and unplug it from the power source and telecommunication lines until you can © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. ™ Statement of Limited Warranty. -
Page 8: General Safety Guidelines
Note: If you notice these conditions with a product (such as an extension cord) that is not manufactured for or by Lenovo, stop using that product until you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions, or until you get a suitable replacement. -
Page 9: Power Cords And Power Adapters
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. -
Page 10: Plugs And Outlets
In addition many mobile products such as ThinkPad notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts. -
Page 11: Heat And Product Ventilation
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. -
Page 12: Additional Safety Information
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. -
Page 13: Modem Safety Information
Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Laser compliance statement Some personal computer models are equipped from the factory with a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. CD-ROM drives and DVD-ROM drives are also sold separately as options. -
Page 14: Power Supply Statement
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. -
Page 15: Overview
Links to other useful sources of information v Support phone list To access this information, point your browser to: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. ® program on your desktop provides a link to more information xiii... - Page 16 User Guide...
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Page 17: Chapter 1. Installing Options
When installing an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option. Note: Use only the parts provided by Lenovo. Important Before you install or remove any option, read “Important safety information”... - Page 18 Memory v Support for four double data rate 2 (DDR2) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) v 512 KB flash memory for system programs Internal drives v 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) internal hard disk drive v EIDE CD drive or DVD drive (some models) Video subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) monitor...
- Page 19 1. The operating systems listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press. Additional operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the publication of this booklet. Corrections and additions to this list are subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested for compatibility, check the Web site of the operating system vendor.
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Page 20: Specifications
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Height: 146 mm (5.7 in.) Width: 442 mm (17.4 in.) Depth: 401 mm (15.8 in) Weight Minimum configuration as shipped: 24 lb (11 kg) Maximum configuration: 31 lb (14 kg) Environment Air temperature: System on: 10°... -
Page 21: Available Options
Within the United States, call 1-800-426-2968, your Lenovo reseller, or Lenovo marketing representative. v Within Canada, call 1-800-565-3344 or 1-800-426-2968. v Outside the United States and Canada, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Tools required To install some options in your computer, you might need a flat-blade or Phillips screwdriver. -
Page 22: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options. When you add an option, do 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. -
Page 23: Locating The Connectors On The Front Of Your Computer
Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the front of the computer. Note: Not all computer models will have the following connectors. 1 IEEE 1394 connector 2 USB connector 3 USB connector n t r in k... -
Page 24: Locating The Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer
Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer. 1 PCI Express (x1) adapter connector 2 PCI adapter connectors 3 PCI Express (x16) graphics adapter connector (some models) 4 Standard mouse connector 5 Ethernet connector... -
Page 25: Obtaining Device Drivers
USB connectors Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/think/support on the World Wide Web. Installation instructions are provided in README files with the device-driver files. Description Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. -
Page 26: Removing The Cover
Removing the cover Important: Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 6 before removing the cover. To remove the cover: 1. Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. -
Page 27: Locating Components
Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. Power supply Memory modules PCI Express (x16) graphics adapter connector (some models) PCI adapter connector Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. -
Page 28: Installing Memory
The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Speaker connector 2 Memory connector 4 3 Memory connector 3 4 Memory connector 2 5 Memory connector 1 6 Front panel I/O connector 7 Power supply connector 8 PATA IDE connector 9 System fan connector 10 SATA connectors... - Page 29 2. You might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the memory connector. See “Installing adapters” on page 14. 3. Rotate the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the system board. 4. Locate the memory connectors. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 11.
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Page 30: Installing Adapters
What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the cables” on page 23. Installing adapters This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing adapters. - Page 31 3. Open the adapter-slot-cover latch and remove the slot cover for the appropriate expansion connector. 4. Remove the adapter from its static-protective package. 5. Install the adapter into the appropriate connector on the system board. 6. Close the adapter-slot-cover latch. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
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Page 32: Installing Internal Drives
Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your 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. -
Page 33: Installing A Drive
The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays. The following list describes some of the drives that you can install in each bay and their height requirements: 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 25.8 mm (1.0 in.) 2 Bay 2 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) 3 Bay 3 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) 4 Bay 4 - Maximum height: 25.8 mm (1.0 in.) * You can obtain a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch from a local... - Page 34 3. If the drive you are installing is a removable-media drive, remove the bay panel from the front bezel. 4. Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into one of the slots and gently prying it loose. 5.
- Page 35 8. Install the drive into the bay until it snaps into position. Note: or If you are installing the adapter bracket, install the screws that secure the bracket in the bay. 9. A hard disk drive requires two cables; a power cable that connects to the power supply and a signal cable that connects to the system board.
- Page 36 Connecting the first CD drive or DVD drive 1. Locate the three-connector signal cable that comes with your computer or with the new drive. 2. Locate the PATA IDE connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 11. 3.
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Page 37: Installing Security Features
Installing security features To help prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer, security lock options are available. In addition to physical locks, unauthorized use of your computer can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is typed in. -
Page 38: Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos)
The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however, no battery lasts forever. If the battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including passwords) are lost. An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer. Refer to “Lithium battery notice”... -
Page 39: Replacing The Cover And Connecting The Cables
4. If necessary, see “Installing adapters” on page 14 to remove any adapters that impede access to the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper. 5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3). 6. - Page 40 User Guide...
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Page 41: Chapter 2. Using The Setup Utility Program
When a User Password is set, 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 from the keyboard. © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. -
Page 42: Administrator Password
Administrator password Setting an Administrator Password deters unauthorized persons from changing configuration settings. If you are responsible for maintaining the settings of several computers, you might want to set an Administrator Password. After you set an Administrator Password, a password prompt is displayed each time you try to access the Setup Utility program. -
Page 43: Using Security Profile By Device
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 To set Security Profile by Device, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 25). -
Page 44: Changing The Startup Sequence
Changing the startup sequence To view or change the primary or automatic power-on startup sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 25). 2. Select Startup. 3. Select Startup Sequence. See the information displayed on the right side of the screen. -
Page 45: Appendix A. Updating System Programs
Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the system programs. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on the World Wide Web (see the Quick Reference). Instructions for using the system program updates are available in a .txt file that is included with the update files. -
Page 46: Updating (Flashing) Bios From Your Operating System
8. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Due to constant improvements being made to the Lenovo Web site, Web page content (including the links referenced in the following procedure) is subject to change. -
Page 47: Appendix B. Cleaning The Mouse
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. © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. - Page 48 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.
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Page 49: Appendix C. Manual Modem Commands
Basic AT commands In the following listings, all default settings are printed in bold text. Command DS=n © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. Function Manually answer incoming call. Repeat last command executed. Do not precede A/ with AT or follow with ENTER. - Page 50 Command Sr=n User Guide Function Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy Display product-identification code Factory ROM checksum test Internal memory test Firmware ID Reserved ID Low speaker volume Low speaker volume Medium speaker volume High speaker volume Internal speaker off Internal speaker on until carrier detected...
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Page 51: Extended At Commands
Extended AT commands Command &C_ &D_ &F_ &G_ &K_ &M_ &P_ &R_ &S_ &T_ &V 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... -
Page 52: Mnp/V.42/V.42Bis/V.44 Commands
Command &W_ +MS? +MS=? +MS=a,b,c,e,f MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Command &Q_ +DS44=0, 0 +DS44=3, 0 +DS44? +DS44=? User Guide Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile as Profile 1 Disable auto-retrain Enable auto-retrain Displays the current Select Modulation settings... -
Page 53: Fax Class 1 Commands
Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n +FCLASS=n +FRH=n +FRM=n +FRS=n +FTH=n +FTM=n +FTS=n Fax Class 2 commands +FCLASS=n +FAA=n +FAXERR +FBOR +FBUF? +FCFR +FCLASS= +FCON +FCIG +FCIG: +FCR +FCR= +FCSI: +FDCC= +FDCS: +FDCS= +FDIS: +FDIS= +FDR +FDT= +FDTC: +FET: +FET=N +FHNG +FLID= +FLPL +FMDL? -
Page 54: Voice Commands
+FPHCTO +FPOLL +FPTS: +FPTS= +FREV? +FSPT +FTSI: Voice commands #BDR #CID #CLS #MDL? #MFR? #REV? #VBQ? #VBS #VBT #VCI? #VLS #VRA #VRN #VRX #VSDB #VSK #VSP #VSR #VSS #VTD #VTM #VTS #VTX User Guide Phase C time out. Indicates polling request. Page transfer status. - Page 55 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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Page 57: Appendix D. 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 58: Television Output Notice
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 ThinkCentre ThinkPad... -
Page 59: Index
2 installing options adapters 14 internal drives 17 memory 12 memory modules 12 © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. installing options (continued) security features 21 keyboard connector 9 locating components 11 memory dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) 12... - Page 60 security features 3, 21 padlock loop 21 security profile by device 27 serial connector 9 Setup Utility 25 system board connectors 12 identifying parts 11 location 12 memory 5, 12 system programs 29 USB connectors 9 using, security profile by device 27 video, subsystem 2 User Guide...
- Page 62 Part Number: 39J7694 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 39J7694...
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