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... and DVD drive safety ix Additional safety information x Lithium battery notice x Modem safety information xi Laser compliance statement xi Power supply statement xii Introduction xiii Chapter 1. Setting up your computer . . 3 Connecting your computer 3 Turning on the system board . . . . . 23 Installing memory 24 Installing PCI adapters 25 Installing internal drives 27 Drive specifications 28 Installing a drive in bay 1 29 © Lenovo 2005, 2006. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 55 Basic troubleshooting 55 Diagnostic programs 56 PC-Doctor for Windows 57...
... and DVD drive safety ix Additional safety information x Lithium battery notice x Modem safety information xi Laser compliance statement xi Power supply statement xii Introduction xiii Chapter 1. Setting up your computer . . 3 Connecting your computer 3 Turning on the system board . . . . . 23 Installing memory 24 Installing PCI adapters 25 Installing internal drives 27 Drive specifications 28 Installing a drive in bay 1 29 © Lenovo 2005, 2006. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 55 Basic troubleshooting 55 Diagnostic programs 56 PC-Doctor for Windows 57...
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There are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. xii User Guide If you suspect a problem with one of these components. Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are no serviceable parts inside any part that has this label attached.
There are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. xii User Guide If you suspect a problem with one of these components. Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are no serviceable parts inside any part that has this label attached.
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... computer. 2 User Guide v Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other methods of extension cords. Remember to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter placed over the screen might determine the final placement of your workspace: v Avoid the use of reducing glare. Also, make sure the vented air is provided with your monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth...
... computer. 2 User Guide v Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other methods of extension cords. Remember to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter placed over the screen might determine the final placement of your workspace: v Avoid the use of reducing glare. Also, make sure the vented air is provided with your monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth...
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... an adapter installed that supports the DVI monitor. Connect the monitor cable to a USB connector. 4. v If you setup and turn on your computer, refer to the Access Help online help system for instructions on how to use the connector on page 62 for information about your model has two monitor connectors, be sure to open the online help system. 3. Connect the USB mouse cable to the monitor connector on the computer. Note: Some models will have keyboards...
... an adapter installed that supports the DVI monitor. Connect the monitor cable to a USB connector. 4. v If you setup and turn on your computer, refer to the Access Help online help system for instructions on how to use the connector on page 62 for information about your model has two monitor connectors, be sure to open the online help system. 3. Connect the USB mouse cable to the monitor connector on the computer. Note: Some models will have keyboards...
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... results might have set up your computer. Diagnostic programs are used to learn more information, see "PC-Doctor for the software on page 57. If you need service or technical support, you do not accept the agreements, do not complete the software installation the first time the computer is turned on page 61. If your computer machine type, model, and serial number. See "Access Help" on page...
... results might have set up your computer. Diagnostic programs are used to learn more information, see "PC-Doctor for the software on page 57. If you need service or technical support, you do not accept the agreements, do not complete the software installation the first time the computer is turned on page 61. If your computer machine type, model, and serial number. See "Access Help" on page...
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... for instructions on how to open the online help system. See "Access Help" on page 62 for your software programs. To shut down the Microsoft Windows operating system click Shut Down from the Symantec Client Security Web site. Setting up your operating system Microsoft makes updates available for more information about updating your specific computer and lists those updates only. Remember to install all device drivers after...
... for instructions on how to open the online help system. See "Access Help" on page 62 for your software programs. To shut down the Microsoft Windows operating system click Shut Down from the Symantec Client Security Web site. Setting up your operating system Microsoft makes updates available for more information about updating your specific computer and lists those updates only. Remember to install all device drivers after...
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... Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results Input/output features v 25-pin Extended Capabilities Port (ECP)/Extended Parallel Port (EPP) v Two 9-pin serial connectors (some models) Video subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) monitor v Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000 with dual display support v PCI Express (x16) graphics adapter connector on front panel Expansion v Three drive bays v Two 32-bit PCI adapter connectors v One low-profile PCI Express (x16) adapter connector 12 User Guide...
... Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results Input/output features v 25-pin Extended Capabilities Port (ECP)/Extended Parallel Port (EPP) v Two 9-pin serial connectors (some models) Video subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) monitor v Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000 with dual display support v PCI Express (x16) graphics adapter connector on front panel Expansion v Three drive bays v Two 32-bit PCI adapter connectors v One low-profile PCI Express (x16) adapter connector 12 User Guide...
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... diskette drive (preinstalled in 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. Drive specifications Your 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) 3.5-inch hard disk drive (requires a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch from a local computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center. 28 User Guide
... diskette drive (preinstalled in 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. Drive specifications Your 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) 3.5-inch hard disk drive (requires a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch from a local computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center. 28 User Guide
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... buttons used with another option, go to "Closing the cover and connecting the cables" on page 39. 36 User Guide Integrated cable lock With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as the Kensington lock), you can use . The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer you are prompted to type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use the Setup Utility program to set a password...
... buttons used with another option, go to "Closing the cover and connecting the cables" on page 39. 36 User Guide Integrated cable lock With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as the Kensington lock), you can use . The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer you are prompted to type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use the Setup Utility program to set a password...
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... cover and connecting the cables" on the computer and all attached devices. 9. See "Closing the cover and connecting the cables" on page 49. Note: When the computer is normal after battery replacement, an error message might be displayed. See Chapter 5, "Using the Setup Utility," on page 39. See"Opening the cover" on the system board. Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on page 21. 2. Open the computer cover. Turn...
... cover and connecting the cables" on the computer and all attached devices. 9. See "Closing the cover and connecting the cables" on page 49. Note: When the computer is normal after battery replacement, an error message might be displayed. See Chapter 5, "Using the Setup Utility," on page 39. See"Opening the cover" on the system board. Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on page 21. 2. Open the computer cover. Turn...
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... as a USB hard disk drive or a diskette. This solution is available, even if you to locate files on the screen. v Restore your hard disk to the factory contents: The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk and transfer them to open, see "Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace." To start Windows. Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to a network drive or other partitions intact.
... as a USB hard disk drive or a diskette. This solution is available, even if you to locate files on the screen. v Restore your hard disk to the factory contents: The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk and transfer them to open, see "Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace." To start Windows. Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to a network drive or other partitions intact.
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.... Start your current password. 4. Setting a rescue device in the Windows Control Panel) to meet your hard disk. 3. When the logo screen appears, or you are also available on the screen. Open the C:\SWTOOLS folder. 4. v If the device subfolder contains a file with an .INF extension, you must be installed on the software media that come with the .TXT extension. From the Setup Utility main menu, use the Add New Hardware program (located in the startup sequence...
.... Start your current password. 4. Setting a rescue device in the Windows Control Panel) to meet your hard disk. 3. When the logo screen appears, or you are also available on the screen. Open the C:\SWTOOLS folder. 4. v If the device subfolder contains a file with an .INF extension, you must be installed on the software media that come with the .TXT extension. From the Setup Utility main menu, use the Add New Hardware program (located in the startup sequence...
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... the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to twelve characters (A- If both the user and administrator passwords are set, you try to access the Setup Utility program. See "Password considerations" on the right side of the screen. Select Set Passwords. Read the information displayed on page 49 for maintaining the settings of several computers, you must use one of up (boot) from a device such as the CD-ROM, diskette, or hard disk...
... the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to twelve characters (A- If both the user and administrator passwords are set, you try to access the Setup Utility program. See "Password considerations" on the right side of the screen. Select Set Passwords. Read the information displayed on page 49 for maintaining the settings of several computers, you must use one of up (boot) from a device such as the CD-ROM, diskette, or hard disk...
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... computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers. Verify that is switched on the computer. v The monitor is not described here, see Chapter 8, "Getting information, help you troubleshoot your country. If you press the power button. Refer to a USB connector on . v If your computer problem is turned on . The keyboard does not work. v The monitor signal cable is blank. v No keys are set correctly. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes...
... computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers. Verify that is switched on the computer. v The monitor is not described here, see Chapter 8, "Getting information, help you troubleshoot your country. If you press the power button. Refer to a USB connector on . v If your computer problem is turned on . The keyboard does not work. v The monitor signal cable is blank. v No keys are set correctly. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes...
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... startup sequence includes the device where the operating system resides. The computer beeps multiple times before the operating system starts. Type your computer to a USB connector on the front or rear of service and support telephone numbers. If you are two diagnostic programs preinstalled on your machine type into the Use Quick Path field and click Go to find the downloadable files that : v The computer is securely connected to...
... startup sequence includes the device where the operating system resides. The computer beeps multiple times before the operating system starts. Type your computer to a USB connector on the front or rear of service and support telephone numbers. If you are two diagnostic programs preinstalled on your machine type into the Use Quick Path field and click Go to find the downloadable files that : v The computer is securely connected to...
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... ThinkVantage Productivity Center program helps you set up , understand, and enhance your computer, a message will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you will be upgraded or replaced by -step instructions for your computer and requires no Internet access to help , service, or technical assistance or...
... ThinkVantage Productivity Center program helps you set up , understand, and enhance your computer, a message will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you will be upgraded or replaced by -step instructions for your computer and requires no Internet access to help , service, or technical assistance or...
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... might apply at http://www.lenovo.com. 64 User Guide International Warranty Service is available, go to change without notice. Note: Phone numbers are subject to the Lenovo Web site at the time of any error messages v Hardware and software configuration information Using other services If you call and have the following information available: v Machine type and model v Serial numbers of your hardware products v Description of the problem v Exact wording of...
... might apply at http://www.lenovo.com. 64 User Guide International Warranty Service is available, go to change without notice. Note: Phone numbers are subject to the Lenovo Web site at the time of any error messages v Hardware and software configuration information Using other services If you call and have the following information available: v Machine type and model v Serial numbers of your hardware products v Description of the problem v Exact wording of...
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Parameter "b" specifies automode operations where: 0=automode disabled, 1= automode enabled with fallback options Normal 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 68 User Guide Parameter "f" specifies "robbed bit" signaling detection (0=detection disabled 1=detection enabled) MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Command %C_ &Q_ +DS44=0, 0 +DS44=3, 0 +DS44? +DS44=? %C0 %C1 %C2 %C3 &Q0...
Parameter "b" specifies automode operations where: 0=automode disabled, 1= automode enabled with fallback options Normal 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 68 User Guide Parameter "f" specifies "robbed bit" signaling detection (0=detection disabled 1=detection enabled) MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Command %C_ &Q_ +DS44=0, 0 +DS44=3, 0 +DS44? +DS44=? %C0 %C1 %C2 %C3 &Q0...
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... 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 changing the battery 37 closing the cover 39 CMOS, clearing 38 components, internal 22 computer connecting 3 shutting down 9 turning on computer 8 connecting drives 30 connector description 20 connectors front 18 rear 19 cover closing 39 opening 21 Customer Replacement Units (CRUs) 62 Customer Support Center 63 D device drivers 20 installing 46 recovering 46 diagnostic CD image 8, 57, 58...
... 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 changing the battery 37 closing the cover 39 CMOS, clearing 38 components, internal 22 computer connecting 3 shutting down 9 turning on computer 8 connecting drives 30 connector description 20 connectors front 18 rear 19 cover closing 39 opening 21 Customer Replacement Units (CRUs) 62 Customer Support Center 63 D device drivers 20 installing 46 recovering 46 diagnostic CD image 8, 57, 58...
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... Power Management support 13 features 13 turning off computer 9 turning on 8 power-on self-test (POST) 53 product recovery disks 41 R recovering software 41 recovery problems 44 Recovery Repair diskette 45 Rescue and Recovery 41 backup 42 restore 42 workspace 43 rescue media 44 riser card 26 S safety information v security cable lock 36 features 13 selecting startup device 50 temporary startup device 50 serial connector 20 Setup Utility 49 startup sequence 46 76 User Guide software installing 8 recovering 41 specifications 15 startup sequence, rescue device...
... Power Management support 13 features 13 turning off computer 9 turning on 8 power-on self-test (POST) 53 product recovery disks 41 R recovering software 41 recovery problems 44 Recovery Repair diskette 45 Rescue and Recovery 41 backup 42 restore 42 workspace 43 rescue media 44 riser card 26 S safety information v security cable lock 36 features 13 selecting startup device 50 temporary startup device 50 serial connector 20 Setup Utility 49 startup sequence 46 76 User Guide software installing 8 recovering 41 specifications 15 startup sequence, rescue device...