Lenovo 41N5622 User Manual

ThinkCentre an d Lenovo DVD-ROM Drive (Serial ATA) User’ s Guid e

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Safety information . . . . . . . . . .v

General safety guidelines . . . . . . . vii

Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . vii

Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . viii

Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii

Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . .ix

CD and DVD drive safety . . . . . . . . . .ix

About this book . . . . . . . . . . .xi

Registering your option . . . . . . . . . .xi

Installation and user’s guide . . . . . 1-1

Product description . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Installation requirements . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Handling precautions . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Drive controls and connectors . . . . . . . 1-2

Installing the drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Step 1. Opening the computer . . . . . . . 1-3

Step 2. Unpacking the drive . . . . . . . 1-3

Step 3. Mounting the drive in the bay . . . . 1-3

Step 4. Attaching the cables to the drive and

main board . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Step 5. Completing the hardware installation . . 1-5

What to do next . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Care and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Caring for a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Caring for the DVD-ROM drive . . . . . . 1-6

Manually ejecting a disc . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Installing software . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

Playing audio CDs . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Configuring the drive for digital playback . . . 1-7

Configuring the playback application for digital

playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Using WinDVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7

Operating system support . . . . . . . . 1-7

Starting WinDVD . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

Changing the DVD region code . . . . . . 1-8

Appendix A. Product specifications A-1

Appendix B. Problem solving . . . . B-1

Appendix C. Customizing the device

driver configuration settings . . . . . C-1

Enabling DMA for Windows 2000 Professional . . C-1

Enabling DMA for Windows XP . . . . . . . C-1

Enabling digital audio extraction for Windows 2000 C-2 Enabling digital audio extraction for Windows XP C-6

Appendix D. Service and Support . . . D-1

Online technical support . . . . . . . . . D-1

Telephone technical support . . . . . . . . D-1

Appendix E. Lenovo Statement of

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . E-1

Part 1 - General Terms . . . . . . . . . . E-1

Part 2 - Country-unique Terms . . . . . . . E-4

Part 3 - Warranty Information . . . . . . . E-15

Warranty Period . . . . . . . . . . . E-15

Types of Warranty Service . . . . . . . . E-15

Worldwide telephone list . . . . . . . . E-16

Guarantee supplement for Mexico . . . . . . E-19

Appendix F. Notices . . . . . . . . . F-1

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2

Appendix G. Electronic emission

notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1

Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Emission Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . G-1

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Safety information

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança.

Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí.

Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt.

Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information.

Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité.

Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die Sicherheitshinweise lesen.

Prima di installare questo prodotto, leggere le Informazioni sulla Sicurezza.

Lees voordat u dit product installeert eerst de veiligheidsvoorschriften.

Les sikkerhetsinformasjonen (Safety Information) før du installerer dette produktet.

Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações sobre Segurança.

Antes de instalar este producto lea la información de seguridad.

Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten.

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General safety guidelines

Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage.

Service

Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center. Use only a service provider who is approved to repair your particular product.

Note: Some parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. These parts are

referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo expressly identifies CRUs as such, and provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to replace those parts. Yo u must closely follow all instructions when performing such replacements. Always make sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source before you attempt the replacement. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center.

Power cords and power adapters

Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer.

Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp. This can present a safety hazard.

Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on, tripped over, or pinched by objects.

Protect the cord and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the cord or power adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids can also cause gradual corrosion of the power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on the adapter which can eventually result in overheating.

Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles.

Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter.

Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way.

Extension cords and related devices

Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and input ratings.

Plugs and outlets

If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician.

Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement.

Some products are equipped with a three-pronged plug. This plug fits only into a grounded electrical outlet. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat this safety feature by trying to insert it into a non-grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the outlet with one that enables this safety feature. Never overload an electrical outlet. The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads and branch circuit ratings.

Batteries

Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired, easily accessible, and located close to the equipment. Do not fully extend power cords in a way that will stress the cords.

Connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet carefully

All personal computers manufactured by Lenovo contain a non-rechargeable coin cell battery to provide power to the system clock. In addition many mobile products such as notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with Lenovo approved parts.

Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation.

Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a replacement from the battery manufacturer.

Batteries can degrade when they are left unused for long periods of time. For some rechargeable batteries (particularly Lithium Ion batteries), leaving a battery unused in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which could

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shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state.

Heat and product ventilation

Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions:

v Do not leave the base of your computer in contact with your lap or any part of

your body for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer produces some heat during normal operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially, a skin burn.

v Do not operate your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or

in explosive environments.

v Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety,

comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface. Never block, cover or disable these features.

CD and DVD drive safety

CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even shatter when the CD drive is in use. To protect against possible injury due to this situation, and to reduce the risk of damage to your machine, do the following:

v Always store CD/DVD discs in their original packaging v Always store CD/DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat

sources

v Remove CD/DVD discs from the computer when not in use v Do not bend or flex CD/DVD discs, or force them into the computer or their

packaging

v Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or

damaged discs

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About this book

This manual contains instructions for installing and using the ThinkCentre Lenovo parts:

Part 1: Installation and user’s guide

This guide contains the product description and installation instructions.

Part 2: Appendixes

This section contains device-driver, problem-solving, product specifications, service and support, statement of limited warranty and notice information.

Note: The illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from your

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DVD-ROM Drive (Serial ATA). The manual is divided into the following

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Installation and user’s guide

This section contains the product description, hardware and software installation instructions, and operating information for the ThinkCentre and Lenovo DVD-ROM Drive (Serial ATA).

Product description

This option package is intended for multimedia applications.

In addition to this guide, your option package includes the following:

v One 16X/48X DVD-ROM SATA Drive v One package of (4) four M3x5 screws v One Serial ATA cable v One laser safety guide v One Lenovo safety manual

Contact your place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase; it might be required to receive warranty service.

Your drive can read many DVD and CD formats, including DVD video, DVD-RAM, video CD, audio CD formats, and DVD+R/-R DL discs. However, you must install the included InterVideo WinDVD software to play video files. The drive also reads multiple-session, extended architecture (XA) discs, such as the Kodak Photo CD. This drive delivers data at up to 40 times the standard CD-ROM drive speed (40X), for CD-ROM and CD-R media. This drive delivers data at up to 16 times the standard DVD-ROM drive speed (16X) for DVD media. This drive is designed for installation in a personal computer that uses Serial ATA (SATA) drive architecture.

Installation requirements

Be sure that your computer meets the following system requirements before installing the drive:

v Minimum microprocessor: Intel v Minimum RAM: 32 MB v Microsoft

or Windows Me operating system

v An available drive bay v An available Serial ATA connection v 40 MB available hard disk space v Audio adapter supporting 44.1 or 48 kHz sampling rate v Optional stereo speakers

Windows

Pentium

98, Windows 95 OSR2, Windows 2000, Windows NT

133MHz or Intel Pentium II 233MHz

4.0,

Before you begin

Before you install the DVD-ROM drive, read the information in this section on handling precautions and on using the drive controls and connectors.

Handling precautions

Use the following handling precautions to protect your drive. v Keep the DVD-ROM drive in the antistatic bag until you are ready to install the

drive. Limit your movement when installing; movement can cause static electricity buildup.

v Handle the drive with care. Dropping or jarring the drive can damage the

components inside the drive housing.

v Do not force insertion of the Serial ATA or power cables. Doing so might

damage the connector or the drive.

Drive controls and connectors

The following diagrams show the location and functions of the drive controls and connectors.

Front view of the drive

1Disc drawer

This drawer is where you load and unload a disc.

2Open/Close button

This button opens and closes the disc drawer when you push it.

3Emergency eject hole

This hole provides access to the eject mechanism to remove a disc from the drive.

4Busy indicator

This light comes on when the drive reads from, or plays a disc.

Rear view of the drive

115-pin power connector

27-pin signal connector

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Installing the drive

Follow these steps to install the DVD-ROM drive:

Step 1. Opening the computer

1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.

2. Unplug all power cords from the computer and all attached devices.

3. Lift the cover from the computer. Refer to your computer documentation for

Step 2. Unpacking the drive

1. Before opening the antistatic bag that the drive is packed in, touch the bag to

2. Remove the drive from the bag.

Step 3. Mounting the drive in the bay

Attention: Be sure to use the mounting screws in the option package when you are driving screws directly into the drive. Using screws that are too long might damage the drive.

instructions on how to lift the computer cover.

an unpainted metal surface for at least two seconds. This drains the static electricity from the package and your body.

If you must put the drive down, place the antistatic bag on a flat, padded surface, such as a magazine, and place the drive on the antistatic bag.

You can mount the DVD-ROM drive horizontally or vertically in the computer. If you mount the drive vertically, you must secure any discs that you place into the drive before the drive tray is closed, or the DVD-ROM drive will not be able to read the disc properly.

1. Slide the drive into the bay. Your computer might have specific required procedures for installing storage devices. For more information on storage devices, refer to the documentation that comes with your computer.

2. Align the drive-bay screw holes with the threaded holes in the drive housing or mounting bracket.

3. Thread the screws in loosely to check their position. Two screws are usually used on each side. Verify that the alignment is correct; then tighten the screws to secure the drive. Do not overtighten.

Step 4. Attaching the cables to the drive and main board

The following diagram shows where to connect the cables to the drive and main board.

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To attach the cables to the drive, do the following:

1. Attach a 7-pin Serial ATA data cable connector 1 to the Serial connector on

the drive.

2. Attach a 15-pin power cable 2 to the power connector on the drive.

If your computer has more than two Serial ATA connectors on the main board, use the second or third connector to connect the drive. For more information on detailed hardware installation, refer to your system documentation. Be sure that the cables will not be pinched or crowded by the computer cover and that all other cable and power connections are secure.

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Step 5. Completing the hardware installation

1. Be sure that the DVD-ROM drive is securely mounted and that the connectors are firmly attached.

2. Be sure that the cables do not interfere with the computer cover, and that they do not block the power-supply fan blades or airflow paths.

3. Reinstall the computer cover.

4. Reconnect all external devices.

5. Plug all power cords into the wall outlets.

What to do next

If you will be using the drive as a data-only DVD-ROM drive, or as a CD-ROM drive, you have completed the installation and do not need to install support software. For more information on maintaining your drive, see “Care and maintenance.”

Care and maintenance

This section includes information on taking care of your DVD-ROM drive and the CDs and DVDs that you use with the drive.

Caring for a CD or DVD

Digital discs are high-density media that must be handled with care and kept clean to ensure that they remain readable. The following precautions help to prolong the life of your discs.

Attention: Wiping a disc using a circular motion can damage the disc and cause data loss.

v Handle the disc by the edges or the center hole. Do not touch the surface of the

disc.

v To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the disc from the center to the edge with a

soft, lint-free cloth.

v Do not write on the surface. v Do not place the disc in direct sunlight. v Do not use commercial cleaners to clean the disc. v Do not bend the disc.

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Caring for the DVD-ROM drive

To protect your DVD-ROM drive during operation, observe the following precautions:

v Do not move the drive when it is in use. Doing so might cause data error or

damage the drive.

v Avoid exposing the drive to the following conditions:

– High humidity – High temperature – Excessive dust – Mechanical vibration – Sudden shock or dropping – Placement on an inclined surface – Direct sunlight – Sudden temperature changes

v Do not insert foreign objects into the drive. v Do not stack objects on the drive. v Do not remove the drive cover or attempt to service the drive. v Remove any discs from the disc drawer and make sure that the drawer is closed

before moving the drive unit.

v Keep the original packing materials. If you need to ship the drive unit to a

different location, use the original packing materials to ensure that the drive is transported safely.

Manually ejecting a disc

If a drive becomes defective and will not allow the disc to eject, turn off the computer and straighten a large paper clip to form a tool. The straightened end must extend at least 45 mm (1.8 in.). Insert the extended end into the emergency eject hole on the front of the drive (see “Front view of the drive” on page 1-2). Push the paper clip until the tray opens. Gently pull out the tray until you can remove the disc.

Installing software

All of the software for the drive is included on the ThinkCentre and Lenovo DVD-ROM Drive (Serial ATA) User’s Guide and Software CD. The User’s Guide and Software CD contains this User’s Guide, Multimedia Center for Think Offerings,

DLA, and Intervideo WinDVD. DLA is installed when you install the Multimedia Center for Think Offerings.

Complete the following procedure to install the software:

1. Insert the User’s Guide and Software CD into the drive. If the CD starts

2. If the CD does not automatically start, click Start, and then click Run.

3. Type e:\launch.bat where e is the drive letter of the CD or DVD drive.

4. Click OK.

5. Select your language.

6. Select the software you want to install.

7. Follow the on-screen instructions.

8. After the software is installed, restart the computer.

automatically, skip to step 6.

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For full drive functionality, install all software applications listed in the browser window except the UDF Reader. The UDF Reader application is for other computers that do not recognize UDF discs.

Note: The quick installations will overwrite any versions of the software that are

Playing audio CDs

Your computer comes equipped to play back audio CDs using Windows Media Player. In addition, you can use WinDVD or a third party audio player to play back audio CDs. Audio CDs will autoplay when inserted. If you have Windows XP, the menu will display that enables you to select from the players that are installed in your computer system. CDs that have both audio and data will start any autoplay programs in the Data section instead of displaying a menu. To play the audio on CDs with both audio and programs, cancel the data portion, right-click on the drive letter in My Computer, and select Play.

To play audio CDs on your drive, you must enable digital playback for both the drive and the player application.

Configuring the drive for digital playback

If you are using Windows XP, your drive will be automatically configured for digital playback.

already installed.

Configuring the playback application for digital playback

Using WinDVD

Operating system support

If you are using Windows 2000, you will need to configure your computer system to use digital playback. For step-by-step instructions on how to enable digital extraction, refer to “Enabling digital audio extraction for Windows 2000” on page C-2.

Your CD playback application must also be configured for digital playback for CD audio to be heard on your computer system. If you want to use Windows Media Player as your playback application, follow the instructions in “Enabling digital audio extraction for Windows 2000” on page C-2 to enable this feature in Windows Media Player. If you have a third-party CD player application, refer to the instructions in the documentation for that application.

This section describes how to use and customize the DVD Player software. You can find current information on the DVD Player software in the README file on the User’s Guide and Software CD. Before using WinDVD, you might have to update some of your operating system components.

The following components are not present in all Microsoft operating systems but are required to operate WinDVD: IDE DMA, Microsoft Internet Explorer 5, and DirectX 8.1. This section provides instructions for updating various operating systems to enable DVD playback. See Appendix C, “Customizing the device driver configuration settings,” on page C-1 for information on enabling DMA bus mastering and for locating video device drivers.

To update your operating system, select one of the following procedures:

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