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Note Before using this information and the pr oduct it supports, be sure to read the Safety and Warranty Guide that came with this product and Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 57. Second Edition (July 2008) © Copyright Lenovo 2005, 2008. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. All rights reserved. LENOVO products,[...]

Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Chapter 1. Important safety information 1 Additional safety requir ements for machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Chapter 2. Arranging your workspace . .3 Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Glare and lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Air circulation . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

Appendix A. Manual modem commands . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 9 Basic AT commands . . . . . . . . . . .4 9 Extended AT commands . . . . . . . . . .5 1 MNP/V .42/V .42bis/V .44 commands . . . . . .5 2 Fax Class 1 commands . . . . . . . . . .5 3 Fax Class 2 commands . . . . . . . . . .5 3 V oice commands . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 4 Appendix B. Notice[...]

Introduction This User Guide contains the following information: v Chapter 1, “Important safety information,” on page 1 pr ovides information about where to find safety information for this pr oduct. v Chapter 2, “Arranging your workspace,” on page 3 pr ovides information about setting up your computer for comfort and the impact of light so[...]

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Chapter 1. Important safety information CAUTION: Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk [...]

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Chapter 2. 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 can also 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 3. Setting up your computer Read and understand the Safety and Warranty Guide befor e you set up your computer . Reading and understanding the safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and or damage to your product. Set up your computer in the best possible work area that suits your needs and habits. For more information, see C[...]

v If the voltage supply range is 100–127 V AC, set the switch to 11 5 V. v If the voltage supply range is 200–240 V AC, set the switch to 230 V. 115 2. Connect the keyboar d cable to the appropriate keyboard connector , either the standard keyboar d connector 1 or the Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector 2 . Note: Some models will h[...]

4. Connect the monitor cable to the monitor connector on the computer . v If you have a V ideo Graphics Array (VGA) Standard monitor , connect the cable to the connector as shown. Note: If your model has two monitor connectors, be sur e to use the connector on the graphics adapter . v If you have a digital video interface (DVI) monitor , your compu[...]

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 power ed speakers with an ac adapter: 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 sour ce. 8. If you have unpower ed speaker[...]

9. Connect any additional devices that you have. Y our computer might not have all connectors that are shown. 1394 1394 1 USB connector 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 connector Use this connector to attach[...]

T urning on computer 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 program starts. If you experience any problems during startup, r efer to Chapter 10, “Getti[...]

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 are available for your specific computer and lists those updates only . Updates could include security fixes, new versions of W indows component[...]

Features This section provides an overview of the computer featur es and preinstalled software. System information The following information covers a variety of models. For information for your specific model, use the Setup Utility . See Chapter 5, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 19. Microprocessor v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483: Intel[...]

v W ake on Ring (in the Setup Utility program, this featur e is called Serial Port Ring Detect for an external modem) v Remote Administration v Automatic power -on startup v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM softwar e v Ability to stor e power-on self-test (POST) hardwar e test results Input/output features v 9-pin serial connector v Machine types[...]

v Cover pr esence switch (some models) v Startup sequence contr ol v Startup without diskette drive, keyboar d, or mouse v Unattended start mode v Diskette and har d disk I/O control v Serial and parallel port I/O contr ol Preinstalled software Y our computer might come with preinstalled software. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to [...]

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for all the ThinkStation machine types. Dimensions machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483 tower: W idth: 175 mm (6.9 in.) Height: 478 mm (18.8 in.) floor to top of handle Depth: 460 mm (18.1 in.) W eight machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483 tower: Maximum configuration: 16.33 kg (36 lbs) Dimen[...]

Chapter 4. Software overview The ThinkStation is manufactured with the W indows V ista operating system and several preloaded applications. The applications can be specified by the client. Software provided with your Windows operating system This section describes the W indows V ista applications included with this product. Software provided by Len[...]

Adobe Acrobat Reader This program allows you to view , navigate and print pdf files. See “Online Books folder” on page 45 for more information about accessing the online books and the Lenovo We b site. 18 User Guide[...]

Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility 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 might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility program. Starting the Setup Utility program To start the Setup Uti[...]

v Contain at least one alphabetic character , one numeric character , and one symbol v Contain at least one of the following symbols: , . / ` ; ’ [] v Yo u can also use the space bar v Setup Utility pr ogram and hard disk drive passwords ar e not case sensitive v Not be your name or your user name v Not be a common wor d or a common name v Be sig[...]

3. Select the desir ed startup device from the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to begin. Note: Selecting a startup device fr om the Startup Device menu does not permanently change the startup sequence. Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Sta[...]

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Chapter 6. Installing and configuring RAID This section contains information about attaching S ATA devices and configuring RAID for this product. Attaching S ATA hard disk drives Yo u must attach the minimum number of S ATA drives for the level of RAID. v RAID Level 0: Tw o drives minimum v RAID Level 1: Tw o drives v RAID Level 5: Thr ee drives mi[...]

Deleting RAID volumes This section describes how to use the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM Configuration Utility to delete RAID volumes. 1. Pr ess Ctrl+I when prompted to enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM Configuration Utility . 2. Use the arr ow keys to select the RAID volume to be deleted, and press Delete. 3. When pr omp[...]

4. Use the up and down arr ow to select Enabled , and press F10 to save the new settings. Configuring the system BIOS to enable SAS RAID 0 functionality To configure the system BIOS to enable SAS RAID 0 functionality , use the LSI Logic Config Utility as the SAS Configuration Utility . This utility assumes that the system has the requir ed number o[...]

9. Pr ess Delete to confirm erasing data from the disk. Configuring a mirrored volume with three to five disks, with an optional hot spare disk: To configure a mirr ored volume with three to five disks, with an optional hot spar e disk: 1. On the RAID Pr operties screen, use the arrow key to select the first disk for the IM (Mirror) volume. 2. Use [...]

7. When the Keep Data/Erase Disk message is displayed, pr ess F3 to keep the data currently on this disk. The value in the Array Disk column changes to Primary . 8. Use the arr ow keys to select the secondary (mirrored) disk for the IM volume. Select Ye s as the value for the Array Disk column. Note: If a partition is defined on the disk, a message[...]

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Chapter 7. 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 built into your computer . They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Uti[...]

6. When pr ompted to change the machine type/model, press Y. 7. T ype in the seven character machine type/model of your computer and then press Enter . 8. Follow the instructions on the scr een to complete the update. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Due to the constant impr ovements made to the We b site, We b page content[...]

Chapter 8. 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 10, “Getting information, help, and service,” on page 45 for additional troubleshooting r esources. Basic troubleshooting The following table provides information to[...]

Symptom Action The 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 safety and warranty information that is provided with your compute[...]

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

Creating a diagnostic CD image To create a diagnostic CD image, download a self-starting bootable CD image (known as an .iso image) of the diagnostic program fr om http://www .lenovo.com/support/. After you download the image, you can create the CD using any CD burning software. If the computer does not have a CD burner or you do not have Internet [...]

6. When the pr ogram finishes, be sure to remove the CD or diskette fr om the drive. 7. Select the diagnostic test you want to run. Pr ess the F1 key for additional help. Cleaning the mouse This section provides instr uctions on how to clean an optical or non-optical mouse. Optical mouse An optical mouse uses a light-emitting diode (LED) and an opt[...]

1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage To clean a mouse with a ball, follow the instructions below: 1. T urn off your computer . 2. Disconnect the mouse cable fr om 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 ove[...]

Chapter 9. Recovering software This chapter will help you become familiar with recovery solutions pr ovided by Lenovo. This chapter explains how and when to use the following recovery methods: v Cr eating and using Product Recovery discs v Performing backup and r ecovery operations v Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace v Cr eating and using res[...]

operations. When using Product Recovery discs on W indows V ista, you are prompted to insert your Pr oduct Recovery discs and are guided through the process of r estoring from original factory contents only . To use Product Recovery discs on Windows XP , do the following: Attention: When you r estore the factory contents from the Pr oduct Recovery [...]

After you have backed up your hard disk drive, you can r estore the complete contents of the hard disk drive, r estore selected files only , or restor e only the W indows operating system and applications. To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following: 1. Fr om the W indows desktop, click Start → All Progra[...]

Attention: If you r estore the hard disk drive fr om a Rescue and Recovery backup or restor e the hard disk drive to the factory contents, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C) will be deleted in the recovery pr ocess. If possible, make copies of important files. If you are unable to start the W indows operating syste[...]

To create rescue media, do the following: 1. Fr om the W indows desktop, click Start → All Programs → ThinkV antage → Create Recovery Media . 2. In the Rescue Media ar ea, select the type of rescue media you want to create. Yo u can create r escue media using a CD, USB hard drive, or a second internal hard disk drive. 3. Click OK . 4. Follow [...]

2. Insert the Recovery Repair diskette into diskette drive A. 3. T urn on the computer and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If the r epair operation finishes without error , you will be able to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace by repeatedly pr essing the F1 1 key while you restart your computer . When you hear beeps or see a log[...]

Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Before you start the Rescue and Recovery pr ogram from a CD, DVD, USB hard disk drive, or any external device, you must first change the startup sequence in the Setup Utility . To view or change the startup sequence, do the following: 1. W ith the computer turned off, repeatedly pr ess and release the[...]

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Chapter 10. Getting information, help, and service This chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance for products manufactur ed by Lenovo. Information resources This section describes how to access useful resour ces relating to your computing needs. Online Books folder The Online Books folder provides publications to h[...]

v Service and support Note: ThinkV antage T echnologies are only available on select Lenovo computers. To access the ThinkV antage Productivity Center program, click Start → All Programs → ThinkV antage → Productivity Center . Safety and W arranty The safety and warranty information that is provided with your computer contains information on [...]

Lenovo maintains pages on the W orld W ide We b where you can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates. To access these pages, go to http://www .lenovo.com/support/ and follow the instructions. Calling for service During the warranty period you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Suppor[...]

Service methods and procedur es vary by country , and some services might not be available in all countries. International W arranty Service is delivered through the method of service (such as depot, carry-in, or on-site service) that is provided in the servicing country . Service centers in certain countries might not be able to service all models[...]

Appendix A. 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. 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 an[...]

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 error 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 55[...]

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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, program, 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 administrator , password 20 advanced settings 21 antivirus software, updating 12 arranging workspace 3 AT commands basic 49 extended 51 audio subsystem 13 B backup and recovery operations 38 basic trouble shooting 31 BIOS, updating (flashing) 29, 30 books folder , online 45 C cable lengths 4 changing password 20 startup device sequence 21 c[...]

M manual modem commands 49 media, creating and using r escue 40 MNP/V .42/V .42bis/V .44, commands 52 modem commands basic AT 49 Extended AT 51 fax class 1 53 fax class 2 53 manual 49 MNP/V .42/V .42bis/V .44 52 V oice 54 mouse cleaning 35 non-optical 35 optical mouse 35 N non-optical mouse 35 notice, television output 58 notices 57 O online books [...]

using (continued) documentation 46 other services 47 passwords 19 recovery r epair diskette, creating and using 41 rescue media, cr eating and 40 Setup Utility 19 utility program, starting 19 V video subsystem 13 viewing and changing settings 19 voice, commands 54 W warranty information 46 web site, Lenovo 46 workspace, arranging 3 workspace, backu[...]

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