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Note Before using this information and the pr oduct it supports, be sure to read the “Important safety information” on page v and Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 73. First Edition (May 2006) © Copyright Lenovo 2005, 2006. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. U.S. GOVERNMENT USERS – R[...]

Contents Important safety information . . . . . .v Conditions that requir e immediate action . . . . .v General safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . .v i Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v i Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . vii Extension cords and r elated devices . . . . . viii Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . viii Batteries . [...]

ThinkV antage Productivity Center . . . . . .6 1 Access Help . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 2 W arranty and safety . . . . . . . . . .6 2 www .lenovo.com . . . . . . . . . . .6 2 Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . .6 2 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 3 Calling for service . . . . . . . . . . .6 3 Using o[...]

Important safety information Note Please read the following important safety information first. This information can help you safely use your desktop or notebook personal computer . Follow and retain all information included with your computer . The information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agr eement or the Lenovo ™ [...]

In the unlikely event that you notice any of the following conditions, 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 speak to the Customer Support Center for further guidance. v Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, sur ge pro[...]

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 pr oduct manufacturer . The power cords shall[...]

Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cor ds, surge pr otectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical r equirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips ar e used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician f[...]

shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechar geable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or stor e these batteries in a discharged state. Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are char ging. Notebook computers can generate a significant amount of heat due[...]

v Remove CD and DVD discs from the computer when not in use. v Do not bend or flex CD and DVD discs, or force them into the computer or their packaging. v Check CD and 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[...]

Dispose of the battery as requir ed by local ordinances or r egulations. Modem safety information Caution To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AW G or larger telecommunication line cord. To reduce the risk of fir e, electrical shock, or injury when using telephone equipment, always follow basic safety precautions, such as: v Never install te[...]

Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, curr ent, and energy levels ar e present inside any component that has this label attached. There ar e no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service[...]

Introduction This User Guide contains the following information: v Chapter 1, “Arranging your workspace,” on page 1 provides information about setting up your computer for comfort and the impact of light sources, air circulation, and electrical outlets. v Chapter 2, “Setting up your computer,” on page 3 provides information about setting up[...]

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Chapter 1. Arranging your workspace To get the most from your computer , arrange both the equipment you use and your work area to suit your needs and the kind of work you do. Y our comfort is of foremost importance, but light sour ces, air circulation, and the location of electrical outlets also can affect the way you arrange your workspace. Comfor[...]

Where it is impossible to avoid r eflections or to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter placed over the screen might be helpful. However , these filters might affect the clarity of the image on the screen; try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing glar e. Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glar e. Remember to[...]

Chapter 2. Setting up your computer Before you begin, make sur e you set up your computer in the best possible work area that suits your needs and the kind of work you do. For mor e information, refer to Chapter 1, “Arranging your workspace,” on page 1. Note: Read “Important safety information” on page v before you set up your computer . Th[...]

Note: Some models will have keyboards with a fingerprint r eader . After you setup and turn on your computer , refer to the Access Help online help system for information about your fingerprint reader . See “Access Help” on page 62 for instructions on how to open the online help system. 3. Connect the USB mouse cable to a USB connector . 4. Con[...]

5. If you have a modem, connect the modem using the following information. L IN E PHONE P H O N E LINE PHONE LINE PHONE LINE 1 This illustration shows the two connections on the back of the computer that are needed to set up your modem. 2 In the United States and other countries or regions that use the RJ-1 1 telephone outlet, attach on[...]

7. If you have powered speakers with an 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 ac adapter cable to the speaker . c. Connect the speakers to the computer . d. Connect the ac adapter to the ac power source. 8.[...]

1 USB Use this connector to attach a device that requir es a USB connection, such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner , printer , or personal digital assistant (PDA). 2 Serial Use this connector to attach an external modem, serial printer , or other device that uses a 9-pin serial connector . 3 S-video Use this connector to attach a tel[...]

T urning on power T urn on the monitor and other external devices first, and then turn on the computer . When the power-on self-test (POST) is finished, the logo window closes. If your computer has preinstalled softwar e, the software installation pr ogram starts. If you experience any problems during startup, see Chapter 7, “T roubleshooting and[...]

Updating your operating system Microsoft makes updates available for various operating systems thr ough the Microsoft W indows Update We b site. The We b site automatically determines what W indows updates ar e available for your specific computer and lists those updates only . Updates could include security fixes, new versions of W indows componen[...]

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Chapter 3. Installing options This chapter provides an intr oduction to the features and options that ar e available for your computer . Yo u 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 y[...]

Internal drives v 3.5-inch, half-inch (slim) diskette drive (some models) v Serial Advanced T echnology Attachment ( S ATA ) internal hard disk drive v S ATA optical drive (some models) V ideo subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a V ideo Graphics Array (VGA) monitor v Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000 with dual display support v P[...]

Power v 225 W att 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 a rope clip (U-bolt) v Support for the a[...]

A vailable 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[...]

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer . Dimensions W idth: 350 mm (13.8 in.) Height: 107.9 mm (4.2 in.) Depth: 385 mm (15.2 in.) W eight Minimum configuration as shipped: 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs) Maximum configuration: 10.0 kg (22.0 lbs) Environment Air temperature: Operating at 0 - 3000 ft (914.4 m): 10° to 35°[...]

Supported operating positions To provide pr oper air flow to internal components, you must position your computer in one of the positions as illustrated below . Note: In the vertical position, the speaker vents should face up to ensure optimal sound. 16 User Guide[...]

T ools 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. Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity , although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options. [...]

Installing external options This section shows the various external connectors on your computer to which you can attach external options, such as external speakers, a printer , or a scanner . For some external options, you must install additional software in addition to making the physical connection. When adding an external option, use the informa[...]

Locating connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows locations of connectors on the rear of your computer . 1 Power cord connector 9 Serial connector 2 Rope clip holes 10 Parallel connector 3 Serial connector (some models) 11 VGA monitor connector 4 Integrated cable lock 12?[...]

Connector Description Audio line in connector Used to receive audio signals fr om 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 f[...]

Opening the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v“Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 17 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[...]

Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer . 1 Power supply assembly 6 Micropr ocessor and heat sink 2 Internal speaker 7 Memory module 3 Diskette drive 8 PCI riser assembly 4 Optical drive 9 PCI Express (x16) graphics adapter connector [...]

Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard ) is the main cir cuit board in your computer . It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are installed or that you can install later . The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1[...]

Installing memory Y our computer has four connectors for installing double date rate dual inline memory modules (DDR2 DIMMs) that provide up to a maximum of 4.0 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[...]

4. Open the retaining clips. 5. Position the memory module over the memory connector . Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the connector key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close. What to do next: v To work with another option, go [...]

2. While holding the left rear of the computer chassis down, pull upward on the handle provided to r emove the PCI riser and any adapters that are curr ently installed. 3. Release the adapter latch and remove the connector cover for the appropriate expansion connector . 4. Remove the adapter from its static-protective package. 26 User Guide[...]

5. Install the adapter into the appropriate connector in the PCI riser . 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 39. Instal[...]

Drive specifications Y our computer comes with the following installed drives: v An optical drive in bay 1 (some models) v A 3.5-inch diskette drive in bay 2 (some models) v A 3.5-inch hard disk drive in bay 3 Any bay that does not have a drive installed has a static shield and bay panel installed. The following illustration shows the locations of [...]

Installing a drive in bay 1 To install an optical drive or an additional hard disk drive in bay 1, do the following: 1. Open the computer cover . See “Opening the cover” on page 21. 2. Remove the plastic panel from the front bezel. 3. Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by using a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose. 4. For a 5[...]

6. Install the drive into the bay until it snaps into position. 7. Continue at “Connecting drives.” Connecting drives The steps to connect a drive are dif ferent depending on the type of drive you ar e connecting. Use the following procedur es for your drive connection. 30 User Guide[...]

Connecting additional serial ATA hard disk drive A serial hard disk drive can be connected to any available S ATA connector . 1. Locate the signal cable that comes with the new drive. 2. Locate the available S ATA connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 23. 3. Connect one end of the signal cable to the[...]

Installing a diskette drive in bay 2 To install a diskette drive in bay 2, do the following: 1. Open the computer cover . See “Opening the cover” on page 21. 2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. 3. Remove the plastic panel from the front bezel. 4. Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by using a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry it l[...]

7. Install the new drive from the rear of the drive bay 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 39. Chapter 3. Installing options 33[...]

Security features To help prevent har dware theft and unauthorized access to your computer , several security lock options are available. The following sections will help you identify and install the various types of locks that might be available for your computer . In addition to a physical lock, unauthorized use of your computer can be prevented [...]

Rope Clip Using a 3/16-inch or 5-mm rope clip (sometimes r eferred to as a U-bolt ), a steel security cable, and a padlock can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. Rope clip knockouts at the r ear of the chassis are pr ovided. To install a rope clip: 1. Open the computer cover . See “Opening the cover” on page [...]

Integrated cable lock W ith an integrated cable lock (sometimes r eferred to as the Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixtur e. 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 cov[...]

Changing the battery Y our computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). A battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer . The battery normally requir es no charging or maintenance thr oughout its life; however , no b[...]

5. Install the new battery . 6. Reinstall the PCI riser assembly if removed. 7. Close the computer cover , and connect the cables. See “Closing the cover and connecting the cables” on page 39. Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after battery replacement, an err or message might be displayed. This is normal after replacing t[...]

Closing the cover and connecting the cables After working with options, you need to install any removed parts, close the computer cover , and reconnect cables, including telephone lines and power cor ds. Also, depending on the option that is installed, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program. To close the comp[...]

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Chapter 4. Recovering software The Rescue and Recovery program is softwar e aimed at helping users restor e their computer data and recover fr om software or har dware-r elated failures. In the event of a computer failure, use the Rescue and Recovery pr ogram to restor e the contents of the primary hard drive to a pr eviously saved state. This chap[...]

To use Product Recovery discs, do the following: Attention: When you restore the factory contents fr om the Product Recovery discs, all files currently on the har d disk will be deleted and replaced by the original factory contents. During the restor e process, you will be given the opportunity to save one or more files curr ently on your hard disk[...]

2. From the Rescue and Recovery main window , click the Restore your system from a backup icon. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. For information about performing a restor e operation from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, see “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace.” Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace The Rescue and Recovery wor[...]

v To rescue files from your har d disk or from a backup, click Rescue files in the Rescue and Recovery menu; then, follow the instructions on the screen. v To restore your har d disk from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to r estore your hard drive to the factory contents, click Restore your system in the Rescue and Recovery menu; then, follow the i[...]

To create rescue media, do the following: 1. From the W indows desktop, click Start , click All Programs , click ThinkV antage , then click Create Recovery Media . 2. In the Rescue Media area, select the type of rescue media you want to cr eate. Yo u can create rescue media using a CD, USB har d drive, or an internal hard drive. 3. Click OK. 4. Fol[...]

and Recovery workspace. For information about creating and using r escue media, see “Creating and using r escue media” on page 44. Recovering or installing device drivers Before you can r ecover or install device drivers, your operating system must be installed on your computer . Make sure that you have the documentation and software media for [...]

7. Use the down-arrow key to select Save and exit the Setup Utility , then press Enter . 8. When the Setup Confirmation window appears, press Enter . 9. The computer restarts. Note: If you are using an external device, you first must turn of f your computer before connecting the external device. For more information on Setup Utility , see Chapter 5[...]

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Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility program is stor ed 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 , regar dless of which operating system you are using. However , the operating-system settings[...]

v Setup Utility program and hard disk drive passwor ds are not case sensitive v Not be your name or your user name v Not be a common word or a common name v Be significantly different fr om your previous passwor d User Password When a User Password is set, the user is pr ompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on. The compu[...]

Note: Selecting a startup device from the Startup Device menu does not permanently change the startup sequence. Changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 49). 2. Select Startup .[...]

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Chapter 6. Updating system programs This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update failur e. Using system programs System programs ar e 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 S[...]

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Chapter 7. T roubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes some basic troubleshooting and diagnostic pr ograms. If your computer problem is not described her e, see Chapter 8, “Getting information, help, and service,” on page 61 for additional troubleshooting r esources. Basic troubleshooting The following table provides information to [...]

Symptom Action The Enhanced Performance USB Keyboard does not work. V erify that: v The computer is turned on. v The keyboard is securely connected to a USB connector on the fr ont or rear of the computer . v No keys are stuck. If you cannot correct the pr oblem, have the computer serviced. Refer to the warranty and safety information that is provi[...]

PC-Doctor for Windows PC-Doctor for W indows is a diagnostic pr ogram that works through the W indows operating system. The PC-Doctor for W indows diagnostic pr ogram enables you to view symptoms and solutions for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center , update system drivers, and review system information. To open PC-Doctor fo[...]

6. Follow the instructions on the screen. 7. When prompted, insert a blank, formatted diskette into the diskette drive and continue to follow the instructions on the scr een. 8. When the operation is complete, remove the diskette and click Quit . 9. Insert another blank, formatted diskette into the diskette drive and continue to follow the instruct[...]

Optical mouse An optical mouse uses a light-emitting diode (LED) and an optical sensor to navigate the pointer . If the pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the optical mouse, you might need to clean the mouse. Use the following procedur e to clean the optical mouse: 1. T urn off your computer . 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the c[...]

To clean a mouse with a ball, follow the instructions below: 1. T urn off your computer . 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer . 3. T urn the mouse upside down. T wist the retainer ring 1 to the unlocked position to remove the ball. 4. Place your hand over the retainer ring and ball 2 , and then turn the mouse right-side up, [...]

Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and service If you need help, service, or technical assistance or just want more information about products manufactur ed by Lenovo, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. Information resources This section provides information on how to access useful r esources r elating t[...]

v Client Security Solutions v Factory Recovery v System Updates v Service and support Note: ThinkV antage T echnologies are only available on select Lenovo computers. To access the ThinkV antage Productivity Center pr ogram, click Start , select All Programs , select ThinkV antage , and click Productivity Center . Access Help The Access Help online[...]

Using the documentation and diagnostic programs Many computer problems can be solved without outside assistance. If you experience a problem with your computer , see Chapter 7, “T roubleshooting and diagnostics,” on page 55. For information on additional resour ces to help you troubleshoot your computer pr oblem, see “Information resour ces?[...]

Note: Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. If the number for your country or region is not pr ovided, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing repr esentative. If possible, be at your computer when you call and have the following information available: v Machine type and model v Serial numbers of your hardware pr oducts v Des[...]

Appendix A. Manual modem commands This appendix provides commands for manually pr ogramming your modem. Commands are accepted by the modem while it is in Command Mode. Y our 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 ot[...]

Command Function H1 Force modem of f-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy I_ I0 Display product-identification code I1 Factory ROM checksum test I2 Internal memory test I3 Firmware ID I4 Reserved ID L_ L0 Low speaker volume L1 Low speaker volume L2 Medium speaker volume L3 High speaker volume M_ M0 Internal speaker off M1 In[...]

Extended AT commands Command Function &C_ &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 T urn on CD when remote carrier is present &D_ &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 [...]

Command Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W_ &W0 Stores the active pr ofile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active pr ofile as Profile 1 %E_ %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 Selec[...]

Fax Class 1 commands +F AE=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 T ransmit data with HDLC framing +FTM=n T ransmit data +FTS=n Stop transmission and wait Fax Class 2 commands +FCLASS=n Services class. +F AA=n Adaptive answer . +F AXERR Fax err or value.[...]

+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. V oice commands #BDR Select Baud Rate #CID Enable Caller ID detection and reporting format #CLS Select Data, Fax or V oice/Audio #MDL? Identify M[...]

Attention Switzerland User: If your Swisscom phone line does not have T axsignal switched OFF , modem function may be impaired. The impairment may be r esolved by a filter with the following specifications: T elekom PTT SCR-BE T aximpulssperrfilter-12kHz PTT Art. 444.1 12.7 Bakom 93.0291.Z.N Appendix A. Manual modem commands 71[...]

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Appendix B. Notices Lenovo may not offer the pr oducts, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo repr esentative for information on the products and services curr ently available in your area. Any refer ence to a Lenovo product, pr ogram, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that[...]

vary significantly . Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measur ements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measur ements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual r esults may vary . Users of this document should verify the applicable data [...]

Index A Access Help 62 adapter connectors 25 installing 25 peripheral component interconnect (PCI) 14 antivirus software, updating 9 arranging your workspace 1 audio line in connector 20 audio line out connector 20 audio subsystem 12 B battery , changing 37 BIOS, updating (flashing) 53 C cables, connecting 39 changing startup device sequence 51 cha[...]

N non-optical mouse 59 notices 73 O Online Books folder 61 opening the cover 21 operating system installing 9 updating 9 optical mouse 59 options 14 available 14 external 14 internal 14 P parallel connector 20 password administrator 50 erasing 38 lost or forgotten 38 setting, changing, deleting 50 user 50 passwords considerations 49 PCI adapter 25 [...]

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