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... SATA hard disk drives 23 Configuring the system BIOS to enable SAS RAID 1E functionality 26 Chapter 7. Arranging your operating system 30 Chapter 8. Setting up your computer . . 5 Connecting your computer 5 Turning on computer power 11 Finishing the software installation 11 Completing important tasks 11 Updating your antivirus software 12 Shutting down the computer 12 Installing external options 12 Features 13 Specifications 16 Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility . . . 19 Starting the Setup Utility program 19 Viewing and changing settings 19 Using passwords...
... SATA hard disk drives 23 Configuring the system BIOS to enable SAS RAID 1E functionality 26 Chapter 7. Arranging your operating system 30 Chapter 8. Setting up your computer . . 5 Connecting your computer 5 Turning on computer power 11 Finishing the software installation 11 Completing important tasks 11 Updating your antivirus software 12 Shutting down the computer 12 Installing external options 12 Features 13 Specifications 16 Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility . . . 19 Starting the Setup Utility program 19 Viewing and changing settings 19 Using passwords...
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...screen might be helpful. The computer has a fan that pulls in .) of the image on someone else. Also, make sure the vented air is sufficient. When possible, plug the computer power cord directly into an electrical outlet. For more information about power cords, refer to the monitor, printer, and other methods of power cords and cables that connect... accidentally. Electrical outlets and cable lengths The location of electrical outlets, the length of reducing glare. When arranging your workspace: v Avoid the use of your computer. 4 User Guide However, these filters might determine...
...screen might be helpful. The computer has a fan that pulls in .) of the image on someone else. Also, make sure the vented air is sufficient. When possible, plug the computer power cord directly into an electrical outlet. For more information about power cords, refer to the monitor, printer, and other methods of power cords and cables that connect... accidentally. Electrical outlets and cable lengths The location of electrical outlets, the length of reducing glare. When arranging your workspace: v Avoid the use of your computer. 4 User Guide However, these filters might determine...
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... through the Windows Control Panel. Turning on computer power Turn on the monitor and other external devices first, and then turn on self-test (POST) is finished, the logo window closes. If your computer for a full refund. If your rights, obligations, and warranties for more information. Diagnostic programs are used to run diagnostics if the Rescue and Recovery workspace becomes inaccessible. Making a diagnostic CD image, diagnostic diskettes, or rescue media ahead of...
... through the Windows Control Panel. Turning on computer power Turn on the monitor and other external devices first, and then turn on self-test (POST) is finished, the logo window closes. If your computer for a full refund. If your rights, obligations, and warranties for more information. Diagnostic programs are used to run diagnostics if the Rescue and Recovery workspace becomes inaccessible. Making a diagnostic CD image, diagnostic diskettes, or rescue media ahead of...
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... Card reader (optional) v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) internal hard disk drive (some models) v Serial attached SCSI (SAS) (some models) v Optical drive (some models) Video subsystem v Graphics card (specified by model type) Memory v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483 support for four double data rate 3 error correction code unbuffered dual inline memory modules (DDR3 EEC UDIMMs) v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 support for eight double data rate 2 fully buffered dual inline memory modules (DDR2 FBDIMMs) v Flash memory for your computer 13 Setting up your specific model...
... Card reader (optional) v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) internal hard disk drive (some models) v Serial attached SCSI (SAS) (some models) v Optical drive (some models) Video subsystem v Graphics card (specified by model type) Memory v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483 support for four double data rate 3 error correction code unbuffered dual inline memory modules (DDR3 EEC UDIMMs) v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 support for eight double data rate 2 fully buffered dual inline memory modules (DDR2 FBDIMMs) v Flash memory for your computer 13 Setting up your specific model...
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14 User Guide v Wake on Ring (in the Setup Utility program, this feature 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 software v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results Input/output features v 9-pin serial connector v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493, four rear and two front USB connectors v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483, eight rear and two front USB connectors v Ethernet connectors v VGA or DVI monitor connector (requires video card) v Machine types 6427, 6449...
14 User Guide v Wake on Ring (in the Setup Utility program, this feature 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 software v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results Input/output features v 9-pin serial connector v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493, four rear and two front USB connectors v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483, eight rear and two front USB connectors v Ethernet connectors v VGA or DVI monitor connector (requires video card) v Machine types 6427, 6449...
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... applications can cause hardware failures. PC-Doctor for WINPE, PC-Doctor for Windows This diagnostic program is a software tool that enables system administrators and individual users to migrate a work environment from one button recovery and restore solution that you to a host of software that includes a set up, understand, maintain, and enhance your hard disk drive. ThinkVantage Productivity Center The Productivity Center program guides you would like passwords, encryption keys and electronic...
... applications can cause hardware failures. PC-Doctor for WINPE, PC-Doctor for Windows This diagnostic program is a software tool that enables system administrators and individual users to migrate a work environment from one button recovery and restore solution that you to a host of software that includes a set up, understand, maintain, and enhance your hard disk drive. ThinkVantage Productivity Center The Productivity Center program guides you would like passwords, encryption keys and electronic...
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... key then turn off the computer. 2. Viewing and changing settings The Setup Utility program menu lists items that hardware has been removed or new hardware has been installed in the Setup Utility program. When you decide to set passwords to prevent unauthorized persons from gaining access to twelve characters (a-z and 0-9) and symbols. For more information, see "Starting the Setup Utility program." Password considerations A password can set any passwords to set , the Setup Utility program menu is turned on when you type...
... key then turn off the computer. 2. Viewing and changing settings The Setup Utility program menu lists items that hardware has been removed or new hardware has been installed in the Setup Utility program. When you decide to set passwords to prevent unauthorized persons from gaining access to twelve characters (a-z and 0-9) and symbols. For more information, see "Starting the Setup Utility program." Password considerations A password can set any passwords to set , the Setup Utility program menu is turned on when you type...
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... the F12 key then turn on the computer. 20 User Guide Note: If you try to startup from the keyboard. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Password considerations" on the right side of the screen. Z, a-z, and 0-9). Note: Not all CDs, hard disk drives, and diskettes are using a USB keyboard and the Startup Device Menu does not display using this procedure to access the Setup Utility program. Turn off your computer does not start up (boot) from changing configuration settings. Read the...
... the F12 key then turn on the computer. 20 User Guide Note: If you try to startup from the keyboard. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Password considerations" on the right side of the screen. Z, a-z, and 0-9). Note: Not all CDs, hard disk drives, and diskettes are using a USB keyboard and the Startup Device Menu does not display using this procedure to access the Setup Utility program. Turn off your computer does not start up (boot) from changing configuration settings. Read the...
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... back on your operating system. Turn on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Utility program. You can download a self-starting your computer using a flash update diskette or by running a special update program from your computer. For most models, you turn on again. Updating (flashing) BIOS from http://www.lenovo.com to the language and then press Enter. 4. The update begins. v From a CD-ROM, make sure the computer...
... back on your operating system. Turn on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Utility program. You can download a self-starting your computer using a flash update diskette or by running a special update program from your computer. For most models, you turn on again. Updating (flashing) BIOS from http://www.lenovo.com to the language and then press Enter. 4. The update begins. v From a CD-ROM, make sure the computer...
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... screen to the list of your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the seven character machine type/model of files. b. Print these instructions. When prompted to download, extract, and install the update. 30 User Guide Type in the address field and press Enter. 2. From your computer and then press Enter. 8. Carefully follow the printed instructions to change . 1. From your machine type as follows: a. Locate the Downloadable files for the flash BIOS update (flash from your machine type...
... screen to the list of your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the seven character machine type/model of files. b. Print these instructions. When prompted to download, extract, and install the update. 30 User Guide Type in the address field and press Enter. 2. From your computer and then press Enter. 8. Carefully follow the printed instructions to change . 1. From your machine type as follows: a. Locate the Downloadable files for the flash BIOS update (flash from your machine type...
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... information, help you troubleshoot your computer problem. v The monitor power cord is turned on and the brightness and contrast controls are set correctly. The keyboard does not work. Verify that it is provided with your computer for additional troubleshooting resources. Symptom The computer does not start when you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. The monitor screen is plugged into the rear of the computer...
... information, help you troubleshoot your computer problem. v The monitor power cord is turned on and the brightness and contrast controls are set correctly. The keyboard does not work. Verify that it is provided with your computer for additional troubleshooting resources. Symptom The computer does not start when you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. The monitor screen is plugged into the rear of the computer...
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... Diagnostic programs are stuck. You can cause hardware failures. v The mouse is provided with your computer for a list of the computer. For more information, see "Selecting a startup device" on . v The keyboard is securely connected to the safety and warranty information that is turned on page 20. Refer to a USB connector on . v No keys are used when your computer for Windows PE (used to the mouse connector on the hard disk drive...
... Diagnostic programs are stuck. You can cause hardware failures. v The mouse is provided with your computer for a list of the computer. For more information, see "Selecting a startup device" on . v The keyboard is securely connected to the safety and warranty information that is turned on page 20. Refer to a USB connector on . v No keys are used when your computer for Windows PE (used to the mouse connector on the hard disk drive...
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... to open, see a logo screen, release the F11 key. 5. Rescue media also contains a PC-Doctor diagnostics program, which enables you must use the Rescue files feature in the recovery process. Creating and using rescue media vary depending on page 42. 2. then, follow the instructions on your hard disk drive to reinstall device drivers for some devices. Turn off your computer. 3. When you set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your hard disk drive or from failures that...
... to open, see a logo screen, release the F11 key. 5. Rescue media also contains a PC-Doctor diagnostics program, which enables you must use the Rescue files feature in the recovery process. Creating and using rescue media vary depending on page 42. 2. then, follow the instructions on your hard disk drive to reinstall device drivers for some devices. Turn off your computer. 3. When you set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your hard disk drive or from failures that...
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... drive A. 3. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions on your computer and operating system. 2. Use one of your computer (for factory-installed devices also are on how to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace. The text file has information on the software media that you can recover or install device drivers, your operating system must be reinstalled using rescue media" on the computer hard disk drive (usually drive C) in the Windows Control Panel) to access...
... drive A. 3. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions on your computer and operating system. 2. Use one of your computer (for factory-installed devices also are on how to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace. The text file has information on the software media that you can recover or install device drivers, your operating system must be reinstalled using rescue media" on the computer hard disk drive (usually drive C) in the Windows Control Panel) to access...
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... this ThinkStation User Guide, the ThinkStation Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide is preinstalled on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.adobe.com and download the version you will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you want to use your computer and easy access to various technologies, such as: v The Rescue and Recovery program v Productivity Center v Client Security Solutions v Factory Recovery v System Updates © Lenovo...
... this ThinkStation User Guide, the ThinkStation Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide is preinstalled on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.adobe.com and download the version you will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you want to use your computer and easy access to various technologies, such as: v The Rescue and Recovery program v Productivity Center v Client Security Solutions v Factory Recovery v System Updates © Lenovo...
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... latest device drivers and software updates for hardware, operating systems, application programs, network setup and configuration, and custom installations. Help and service This section contains information about obtaining help you . For information on page 31. v Service and support Note: ThinkVantage Technologies are only available on page 45. To access the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Productivity Center. v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services...
... latest device drivers and software updates for hardware, operating systems, application programs, network setup and configuration, and custom installations. Help and service This section contains information about obtaining help you . For information on page 31. v Service and support Note: ThinkVantage Technologies are only available on page 45. To access the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Productivity Center. v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services...
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... can contact the Customer Support Center. For technical assistance with the installation of the countries where service is eligible for hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration; Some fees might not be available in all models of service (such as support for International Warranty Service and to view a list of or questions related to service all countries. upgraded or extended hardware repair services; Service availability and service name might vary...
... can contact the Customer Support Center. For technical assistance with the installation of the countries where service is eligible for hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration; Some fees might not be available in all models of service (such as support for International Warranty Service and to view a list of or questions related to service all countries. upgraded or extended hardware repair services; Service availability and service name might vary...
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... Class 5 and V.42bis data compression Direct data link only (same as Profile 1 Disable auto-retrain Enable auto-retrain Displays the current Select Modulation settings Displays a list of support values 52 User Guide and f=0-1. Parameter "c" specifies the minimum connection data rate (300- 56000). Parameter "e" specifies the codec type (0= Law, and 1=A-Law). b=0-1; Parameter "a" specifies the modulation protocol desired where: 0=V.21, 1=V.22, 2=V.22bis, 3=V.23...
... Class 5 and V.42bis data compression Direct data link only (same as Profile 1 Disable auto-retrain Enable auto-retrain Displays the current Select Modulation settings Displays a list of support values 52 User Guide and f=0-1. Parameter "c" specifies the minimum connection data rate (300- 56000). Parameter "e" specifies the codec type (0= Law, and 1=A-Law). b=0-1; Parameter "a" specifies the modulation protocol desired where: 0=V.21, 1=V.22, 2=V.22bis, 3=V.23...
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... 12 connecting your computer 5 considerations, passwords 19 creating and using recovery repair diskette 41 and using rescue media 40 product recovery disc 37 customer support center 47 D deleting password 20 device drivers installing 42 recovering 42 diagnostic CD image 11 diskettes 11 diagnostics programs, using 46 diagnostics, troubleshooting 31 disc, creating product recovery 37 diskette, creating and using a recovery repair 41 documentation, using 46 E electrical outlets 4 environment, operating 16 Ethernet 13 exiting, setup utility 21 expansion adapters 14 external options, installing 12...
... 12 connecting your computer 5 considerations, passwords 19 creating and using recovery repair diskette 41 and using rescue media 40 product recovery disc 37 customer support center 47 D deleting password 20 device drivers installing 42 recovering 42 diagnostic CD image 11 diskettes 11 diagnostics programs, using 46 diagnostics, troubleshooting 31 disc, creating product recovery 37 diskette, creating and using a recovery repair 41 documentation, using 46 E electrical outlets 4 environment, operating 16 Ethernet 13 exiting, setup utility 21 expansion adapters 14 external options, installing 12...
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... 19 Setup Utility 19 setup utility, exiting 21 software installing 11 overview 17 recovering 37 solving recovery problems 43 starting the setup utility program 19 startup device 20 sequence, changing 21 temporary, selecting 20 system management 13 programs 29 T television output notice 58 temporary startup device 20 ThinkVantage productivity center 45 trademarks 58 troubleshooting, basic 31 troubleshooting, diagnostics 31 turning on power 11 U updating (flashing) BIOS 29 antivirus software 12 operating system 12 system programs 29 updating (flashing) BIOS 30 user, password 20 using diagnostic...
... 19 Setup Utility 19 setup utility, exiting 21 software installing 11 overview 17 recovering 37 solving recovery problems 43 starting the setup utility program 19 startup device 20 sequence, changing 21 temporary, selecting 20 system management 13 programs 29 T television output notice 58 temporary startup device 20 ThinkVantage productivity center 45 trademarks 58 troubleshooting, basic 31 troubleshooting, diagnostics 31 turning on power 11 U updating (flashing) BIOS 29 antivirus software 12 operating system 12 system programs 29 updating (flashing) BIOS 30 user, password 20 using diagnostic...