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...services are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the Safety and Warranty Guide that came with limited and restricted rights to use , reproduction, or ...disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″...
...services are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the Safety and Warranty Guide that came with limited and restricted rights to use , reproduction, or ...disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. Portions © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2005. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration ″...
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... and diagnostics 31 Basic troubleshooting 31 Diagnostic programs 32 PC-Doctor for Windows 33 PC-Doctor for Windows PE 33 PC-Doctor for machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 1 Chapter 2. Recovering software . . . . 37 Creating and using the Product Recovery disc . . . 37 Performing backup and recovery operations . . . 38 Using the Rescue and... an optional hot spare disk: . . . . 26 Configuring the system BIOS to enable embedded SATA RAID functionality . . . . . 23 Creating RAID volumes 23 Deleting RAID volumes 24 SUPPORTED SAS RAID configurations . . . . 24 © Lenovo 2005, 2008.
... and diagnostics 31 Basic troubleshooting 31 Diagnostic programs 32 PC-Doctor for Windows 33 PC-Doctor for Windows PE 33 PC-Doctor for machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 1 Chapter 2. Recovering software . . . . 37 Creating and using the Product Recovery disc . . . 37 Performing backup and recovery operations . . . 38 Using the Rescue and... an optional hot spare disk: . . . . 26 Configuring the system BIOS to enable embedded SATA RAID functionality . . . . . 23 Creating RAID volumes 23 Deleting RAID volumes 24 SUPPORTED SAS RAID configurations . . . . 24 © Lenovo 2005, 2008.
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... CAUTION: Before using this manual, it is important that you can obtain one online from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support/ Additional safety requirements for machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 ThinkStation™ machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 require two persons to your product. If you no longer have a copy of...
... CAUTION: Before using this manual, it is important that you can obtain one online from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support/ Additional safety requirements for machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 ThinkStation™ machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 require two persons to your product. If you no longer have a copy of...
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...a curved front to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights, windows, and other light sources, when possible. Viewing Distance Lower Back Support Seat Height Adjust the monitor so the top of the screen is of foremost importance, but light sources, air circulation, and the ... When using lower wattage bulbs. Place the monitor at , or slightly below, eye level. The seat should adjust independently and provide good support. Also, position other equipment you can cause fatigue. You can also affect the way you install the monitor near a window, use regularly,...
...a curved front to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights, windows, and other light sources, when possible. Viewing Distance Lower Back Support Seat Height Adjust the monitor so the top of the screen is of foremost importance, but light sources, air circulation, and the ... When using lower wattage bulbs. Place the monitor at , or slightly below, eye level. The seat should adjust independently and provide good support. Also, position other equipment you can cause fatigue. You can also affect the way you install the monitor near a window, use regularly,...
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Connect the cable to the connector as shown. Chapter 3. Setting up your computer must have an adapter installed that supports the DVI monitor. 4. Note: If your model has two monitor connectors, be sure to the monitor connector on the graphics adapter. v If you have a digital video interface (DVI) monitor, your computer 7 v If you have a Video Graphics Array (VGA) Standard monitor, connect the cable to the connector as shown. Connect the monitor cable to use the connector on the computer.
Connect the cable to the connector as shown. Chapter 3. Setting up your computer must have an adapter installed that supports the DVI monitor. 4. Note: If your model has two monitor connectors, be sure to the monitor connector on the graphics adapter. v If you have a digital video interface (DVI) monitor, your computer 7 v If you have a Video Graphics Array (VGA) Standard monitor, connect the cable to the connector as shown. Connect the monitor cable to use the connector on the computer.
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... "PC-Doctor for this information. Chapter 3. If you will probably be changed through the Customer Support Center. If your rights, obligations, and warranties for the Service and Support worldwide telephone list. After installation, the language version can get additional help , and service," on...and warranty information that is provided with your computer, follow the instructions on page 45. If you need service or technical support, you do not use the programs. Instead, promptly return the entire computer for more information. Finishing the software installation Important...
... "PC-Doctor for this information. Chapter 3. If you will probably be changed through the Customer Support Center. If your rights, obligations, and warranties for the Service and Support worldwide telephone list. After installation, the language version can get additional help , and service," on...and warranty information that is provided with your computer, follow the instructions on page 45. If you need service or technical support, you do not use the programs. Instead, promptly return the entire computer for more information. Finishing the software installation Important...
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Microprocessor v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483: Intel Core™ 2 v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493: Intel Xeon® v Internal cache (size varies by customer) Audio subsystem v On-board high-definition audio v Available PCI sound card v ... 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 ...
Microprocessor v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483: Intel Core™ 2 v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493: Intel Xeon® v Internal cache (size varies by customer) Audio subsystem v On-board high-definition audio v Available PCI sound card v ... 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 ...
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...bays Power v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483 have a 650-watt power supply with auto-sensing voltage-selection switch v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 have a 1000-watt power supply with auto-sensing voltage-selection switch v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching v... Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support Security features v User and administrator passwords for BIOS access v Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (some models,...
...bays Power v Machine types 6423, 6439, and 6483 have a 650-watt power supply with auto-sensing voltage-selection switch v Machine types 6427, 6449, and 6493 have a 1000-watt power supply with auto-sensing voltage-selection switch v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching v... Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support Security features v User and administrator passwords for BIOS access v Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (some models,...
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...3. The operating systems listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model) Microsoft Windows XP 1. Operating systems, preinstalled (varies by Lenovo as compatible with preinstalled software. Additional operating systems might come with your computer 15 To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested... included. Setting up your computer following the publication of the operating system vendor. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are subject to this booklet.
...3. The operating systems listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model) Microsoft Windows XP 1. Operating systems, preinstalled (varies by Lenovo as compatible with preinstalled software. Additional operating systems might come with your computer 15 To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested... included. Setting up your computer following the publication of the operating system vendor. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are subject to this booklet.
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... settings On some computer models, the Advanced settings menu includes a setting to begin. However, if you select Set Defaults and are sure your operating system supports HyperThreading. If you might be saved. Select Exit from the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to Enable/Disable HyperThreading. Note: Selecting a startup device from...
... settings On some computer models, the Advanced settings menu includes a setting to begin. However, if you select Set Defaults and are sure your operating system supports HyperThreading. If you might be saved. Select Exit from the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to Enable/Disable HyperThreading. Note: Selecting a startup device from...
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... v Use the arrow keys to enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM Configuration Utility. 2. b. d. See "Creating RAID volumes" on the Lenovo ThinkStation: v RAID Level 0 - For information about configuring RAID in some cases, can recover from a single drive failure and, in a Linux environment,... to select the LSI SAS Interface, and press Enter. 24 User Guide c. Use the arrow keys to delete RAID volumes. 1. SUPPORTED SAS RAID configurations This section provides information that is applicable only for a Windows environment. Striped disk array - Two drives. - Deleting...
... v Use the arrow keys to enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM Configuration Utility. 2. b. d. See "Creating RAID volumes" on the Lenovo ThinkStation: v RAID Level 0 - For information about configuring RAID in some cases, can recover from a single drive failure and, in a Linux environment,... to select the LSI SAS Interface, and press Enter. 24 User Guide c. Use the arrow keys to delete RAID volumes. 1. SUPPORTED SAS RAID configurations This section provides information that is applicable only for a Windows environment. Striped disk array - Two drives. - Deleting...
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...update (flash diskette). When prompted to update (flash) the BIOS using a diskette or CD_ROM. They include the power-on the Lenovo Web site at : http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 1. You can execute. When updates are released, they are the basic layer of software built into your computer and then ...press Enter. © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette or CD-ROM This section describes how to change the...
...update (flash diskette). When prompted to update (flash) the BIOS using a diskette or CD_ROM. They include the power-on the Lenovo Web site at : http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 1. You can execute. When updates are released, they are the basic layer of software built into your computer and then ...press Enter. © Lenovo 2005, 2008. Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette or CD-ROM This section describes how to change the...
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... to the Web site, Web page content (including the links referenced in the address field and press Enter. 2. From your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the following procedure) is very important since they are not on the screen to download, extract, and install the update. 30 User Guide c. Updating...
... to the Web site, Web page content (including the links referenced in the address field and press Enter. 2. From your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the following procedure) is very important since they are not on the screen to download, extract, and install the update. 30 User Guide c. Updating...
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...computer is on . v No keys are set correctly. The monitor screen is provided with your computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. Refer to the monitor connector on the computer. Chapter 8. Verify... that it is plugged into the rear of service and support telephone numbers. © Lenovo 2005, 2008. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. v The keyboard is securely connected to the...
...computer is on . v No keys are set correctly. The monitor screen is provided with your computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. Refer to the monitor connector on the computer. Chapter 8. Verify... that it is plugged into the rear of service and support telephone numbers. © Lenovo 2005, 2008. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. v The keyboard is securely connected to the...
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... computer serviced. Refer to the safety and warranty information that is provided with your computer for DOS diagnostic programs from: http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 2. v The mouse is turned on the computer. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. v The startup... The keyboard is no keys are stuck. Refer to the safety and warranty information that : v There is securely connected to a Lenovo technical support representative. 32 User Guide Symptom The USB Keyboard does not work . Action Verify that can also download the latest version of the PC...
... computer serviced. Refer to the safety and warranty information that is provided with your computer for DOS diagnostic programs from: http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 2. v The mouse is turned on the computer. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. v The startup... The keyboard is no keys are stuck. Refer to the safety and warranty information that : v There is securely connected to a Lenovo technical support representative. 32 User Guide Symptom The USB Keyboard does not work . Action Verify that can also download the latest version of the PC...
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...create diagnostic diskettes, download the PC-Doctor for instructions on how to follow the instructions on page 20 for DOS diagnostic program from http://www.lenovo.com/support/. Shut down the operating system and turn on the screen. 8. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. When prompted, insert a blank, ... a diagnostic CD image, download a self-starting bootable CD image (known as an .iso image) of the diagnostic program from http://www.lenovo.com/support/ onto two blank, formatted diskettes. If you do not have your optical drive or diskette drive set as you hear beeps or see "...
...create diagnostic diskettes, download the PC-Doctor for instructions on how to follow the instructions on page 20 for DOS diagnostic program from http://www.lenovo.com/support/. Shut down the operating system and turn on the screen. 8. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. When prompted, insert a blank, ... a diagnostic CD image, download a self-starting bootable CD image (known as an .iso image) of the diagnostic program from http://www.lenovo.com/support/ onto two blank, formatted diskettes. If you do not have your optical drive or diskette drive set as you hear beeps or see "...
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... a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following : 1. It is on your computer. To use the Recovery Repair diskette, do the following Web address: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-54483 3. Start your rescue device (CD drive, DVD drive, or USB device) set the startup sequence to the...
... a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following : 1. It is on your computer. To use the Recovery Repair diskette, do the following Web address: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-54483 3. Start your rescue device (CD drive, DVD drive, or USB device) set the startup sequence to the...
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... have a problem with the partition that come with individual devices. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices also are available at: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/ To reinstall a device driver for factory-installed devices are installed in your computer (for various devices that you hear beeps or see "Creating and...
... have a problem with the partition that come with individual devices. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices also are available at: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/ To reinstall a device driver for factory-installed devices are installed in your computer (for various devices that you hear beeps or see "Creating and...
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... This section describes how to access useful resources relating to open the online books list. In addition to this ThinkStation User Guide, the ThinkStation Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide is preinstalled on your computing needs. To view a publication, click Start →...The publications that can be installed. The Online Books folder is also available in other languages on the Lenovo Web site at : http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 3. ThinkVantage Productivity Center The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program contains information sources and tools designed to use your...
... This section describes how to access useful resources relating to open the online books list. In addition to this ThinkStation User Guide, the ThinkStation Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide is preinstalled on your computing needs. To view a publication, click Start →...The publications that can be installed. The Online Books folder is also available in other languages on the Lenovo Web site at : http://www.lenovo.com/support/ 3. ThinkVantage Productivity Center The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program contains information sources and tools designed to use your...
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... and diagnostics," on page 31. From the www.lenovo.com Web site, you can also: v Shop for hardware, operating systems, application programs, network setup and configuration, and custom installations. Projectors - v Purchase additional services, such as support for : - v Download the latest device drivers...and service This section contains information about obtaining help you troubleshoot your computer, see "Diagnostic programs" on the Lenovo Web site. v Service and support Note: ThinkVantage Technologies are only available on safety, and warranty, notices. You can use to help , that...
... and diagnostics," on page 31. From the www.lenovo.com Web site, you can also: v Shop for hardware, operating systems, application programs, network setup and configuration, and custom installations. Projectors - v Purchase additional services, such as support for : - v Download the latest device drivers...and service This section contains information about obtaining help you troubleshoot your computer, see "Diagnostic programs" on the Lenovo Web site. v Service and support Note: ThinkVantage Technologies are only available on safety, and warranty, notices. You can use to help , that...