ThinkCentre
User Guide
Machine Types: 0267, 0385, 4164, 4167, 5025, 5032, 5035, 5049, 5070, and 7518
Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the “Important safety information” on page v and Appendix A “Notices” on page 115.
First Edition (April 2011)
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Contents
Important safety information . . . . . . |
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Service and upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Static electricity prevention. . . . . . . . . . . |
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Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . . |
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Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . . |
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Plugs and outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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External devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . . . |
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Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Modem safety information . . . . . . . . . . |
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Laser compliance statement . . . . . . . . . . |
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Power supply statement . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 1. Product overview . . . . . . |
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Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Software overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Software provided by Lenovo . . . . . . . . |
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Adobe Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Antivirus software. . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Locating connectors, controls, and indicators |
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on the front of your computer . . . . . . . . |
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Locating connectors on the rear of your |
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computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Locating components . . . . . . . . . . |
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Locating parts on the system board . . . . |
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Locating internal drives . . . . . . . . . |
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Machine type and model label. . . . . . . |
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Chapter 2. Using your computer . . . |
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Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . |
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Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Using Windows shortcut keys . . . . . . . |
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Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . . |
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Using a fingerprint reader . . . . . . . . |
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Using the wheel mouse . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Adjusting audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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About your computer audio . . . . . . . . |
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Setting the volume from the desktop . . . . |
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Setting the volume from Control Panel . . . |
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Using CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Handling and storing CD and DVD media . . |
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Playing a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . . |
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Recording a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 3. You and your computer. |
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Accessibility and comfort . . . . . . . . . |
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Arranging your workspace . . . . . . . |
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Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Glare and lighting . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Air circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Electrical outlets and cable lengths . . . . |
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Register your computer with Lenovo . . . . . |
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Moving your computer to another country or |
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region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Voltage-selection switch . . . . . . . . |
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Replacement power cords . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 4. Security . . . . . . . . . . |
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Security features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Attaching an integrated cable lock . . . . . . . |
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Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Windows passwords . . . . . . . . . . |
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Setting up the integrated Security Chip . . . . . |
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Setting the Security Chip . . . . . . . . . |
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Using and understanding firewalls . . . . . . . |
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Protecting data against viruses . . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 5. Installing or replacing |
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hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . . |
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Installing or replacing hardware . . . . . . . . |
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Installing external options . . . . . . . . |
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Opening the computer cover . . . . . . . |
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Removing and reinstalling the front bezel . . |
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Accessing the system board components and |
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drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Installing or replacing a memory module . . . |
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Installing or replacing a PCI card . . . . . . |
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Installing or replacing the card reader . . . . |
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Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . . |
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Replacing the hard disk drive . . . . . . . |
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Replacing the optical drive . . . . . . . . |
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Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly . . |
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Replacing the power supply assembly . . . |
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Replacing the microprocessor . . . . . . . |
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Replacing the internal speaker. . . . . . . |
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Replacing the front audio and USB |
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assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Replacing the keyboard or mouse . . . . . |
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Completing the parts replacement . . . . . |
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Chapter 6. Recovery information. . . |
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Creating and using recovery media . . . . . . |
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Creating recovery media . . . . . . . . . |
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Using recovery media . . . . . . . . . . |
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Performing backup and recovery operations . . . |
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Performing a backup operation . . . . . . |
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Performing a recovery operation . . . . . . |
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Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace . . . |
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Creating and using a rescue medium . . . . . . |
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Creating a rescue medium . . . . . . . . |
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Using a rescue medium . . . . . . . . . |
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Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device |
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drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Reinstalling software programs . . . . . . . . |
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Reinstalling device drivers . . . . . . . . . . |
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Solving recovery problems . . . . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility |
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program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . . |
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Viewing and changing settings . . . . . . . . |
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Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Password considerations . . . . . . . . . |
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Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . . |
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Administrator Password . . . . . . . . . |
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Hard Disk Password. . . . . . . . . . . |
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Setting, changing, and deleting a password . |
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Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing |
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CMOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . . . |
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Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . . . . |
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Selecting a temporary startup device . . . . |
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Selecting or changing the startup device |
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sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Enabling ErP compliance mode . . . . . . . . |
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Smart performance choices . . . . . . . . . |
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Exiting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 8. Updating system |
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programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Using system programs . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc . . . . |
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Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating |
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system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure . . |
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Chapter 9. Preventing problems . . . |
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Keeping your computer current . . . . . . . . |
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Getting the latest device drivers for your |
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computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Updating your operating system . . . . . . |
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Using System Update . . . . . . . . . . |
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Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . |
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Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Cleaning your computer . . . . . . . . . |
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Good maintenance practices . . . . . . . |
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Moving your computer . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and |
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diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Troubleshooting procedure . . . . . . . . . . |
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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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CD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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DVD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . . |
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Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device |
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problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Monitor problems. . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Networking problems . . . . . . . . . . |
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Option problems . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Performance and lockup problems . . . . . |
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Printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Serial port problems. . . . . . . . . . . |
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Software problems . . . . . . . . . . . |
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USB problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Diagnostic programs . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox . . . . . . . |
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PC-Doctor for DOS . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Chapter 11. Getting information, |
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help, and service . . . . . . . . . . |
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Information resources . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools . . . . . . . . |
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ThinkVantage Productivity Center . . . . . |
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Lenovo Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Help and Support. . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Safety and Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . |
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Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) . . |
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Lenovo Support Web site. . . . . . . . . |
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Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Using the documentation and diagnostic |
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programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Calling for service. . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Using other services . . . . . . . . . . |
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Purchasing additional services . . . . . . |
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Appendix A. Notices . . . . . . . . |
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Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Appendix B. Regulatory |
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information . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Export classification notice . . . . . . . . . . 117
Television output notice . . . . . . . . . . . 117
EU-EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) EN 55022 class
B Statement of Compliance . . . . . . . . . 117
Japanese VCCI Class B statement . . . . . . . 118
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less
than or equal to 20 A per phase . . . . . . . . 118
Additional regulatory information . . . . . . . 118
Appendix C. WEEE and recycling statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Important information for the European Directive 2002/96/EC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Recycling information . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Appendix D. Power cord notice. . . 125
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
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CAUTION:
Before using this manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safety information for this product. Refer to the information in this section and the safety information in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product. Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to your product.
If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, you can obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo® Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. The Lenovo Support Web site also provides the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and this ThinkCentre User Guide in additional languages.
Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center or your documentation. Only use a Service Provider who is approved to repair your particular product.
Note: Some computer parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. Upgrades typically are referred to as options. Replacement parts approved for customer installation are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to install options or replace CRUs. You must closely follow all instructions when installing or replacing parts. The Off state of a power indicator does not necessarily mean that voltage levels inside a product are zero. Before you remove the covers from a product equipped with a power cord, always make sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source. For more information on CRUs, refer to Chapter 5 “Installing or replacing hardware” on page 29. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center.
Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety.
CAUTION:
Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away.
CAUTION:
Before replacing any CRUs, turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the cover.
Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options. Improper handling of static-sensitive parts can cause damage to the part. When you unpack an option
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or CRU, do not open the static-protective package containing the part until the instructions direct you to install it.
When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to avoid static-electricity damage:
•Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you.
•Always handle components carefully. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other circuit boards by the edges. Never touch exposed circuitry.
•Prevent others from touching components.
•When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the package and your body.
•When possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the static-protective packaging and install the part without setting it down. When this is not possible, place the static-protective packaging on a smooth, level surface and place the part on it.
•Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.
Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer.
The power cords shall be safety approved. For Germany, it shall be H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75 mm2, or better. For other countries, the suitable types shall be used accordingly.
Never wrap a power cord around a 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 power cord and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your power 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 power cord or power adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids also can cause gradual corrosion of power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on a power 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 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.
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.
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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.
Do not share an electrical outlet with other home or commercial appliances that draw large amounts of electricity; otherwise, unstable voltage might damage your computer, data, or attached devices.
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.
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.
Be sure that the power outlet provides the correct voltage and current for the product you are installing.
Carefully connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet.
Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than Universal Serial Bus (USB) and 1394 cables while the computer power is on; otherwise, you might damage your computer. To avoid possible damage to attached devices, wait at least five seconds after the computer is shut down to disconnect external devices.
Computers, power adapters, and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Always follow these basic precautions:
•Do not leave your computer, power adapter, or accessories in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the products are functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer, power adapter, and many accessories produce some heat during normal operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially, a skin burn.
•Do not charge the battery or operate your computer, power adapter, or accessories near flammable materials or in explosive environments.
•Ventilation slots, fans, and 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.
Inspect your desktop computer for dust accumulation at least once every three months. Before inspecting your computer, turn off the power and unplug the computer's power cord from the electrical outlet; then remove any dust from vents and perforations in the bezel. If you notice external dust accumulation, then examine and remove dust from the inside of the computer including heat sink inlet fins, power supply vents, and fans. Always turn off and unplug the computer before opening the cover. If possible, avoid operating your computer within two feet of high-traffic areas. If you must operate your computer in or near a high-traffic area, inspect and, if necessary, clean your computer more frequently.
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For your safety and to maintain optimum computer performance, always follow these basic precautions with your desktop computer:
•Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in.
•Regularly inspect the outside of the computer for dust accumulation.
•Remove dust from vents and any perforations in the bezel. More frequent cleanings might be required for computers in dusty or high-traffic areas.
•Do not restrict or block any ventilation openings.
•Do not store or operate your computer inside furniture, as this might increase the risk of overheating.
•Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35°C (95°F).
•Do not install air filtration devices. They may interfere with proper cooling.
The optimal environment in which to use your computer is 10°C-35°C (50°F-95°F) with humidity ranging between 35% and 80%. If your computer is stored or transported in temperatures less than 10°C (50°F), allow the cold computer to rise slowly to an optimal operating temperature of 10°C-35°C (50°F-95°F) before use. This process could take two hours in extreme conditions. Failure to allow your computer to rise to an optimal operating temperature before use could result in irreparable damage to your computer.
If possible, place your computer in a well-ventilated and dry area without direct exposure to sunshine.
Keep electrical appliances such as an electric fan, radio, high-powered speakers, air conditioner, and microwave oven away from your computer because the strong magnetic fields generated by these appliances can damage the monitor and data on the hard disk drive.
Do not place any beverages on top of or beside the computer or other attached devices. If liquid is spilled on or in the computer or an attached device, a short circuit or other damage might occur.
Do not eat or smoke over your keyboard. Particles that fall into your keyboard can cause damage.
CAUTION:
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) telecommunication line cord listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using telephone equipment, always follow basic safety precautions, such as:
•Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
•Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.
•Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.
•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
•Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
•Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
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CAUTION:
When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following:
•Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device.
•Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.
DANGER
Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following.
Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.
Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.
Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.
Keep your computer and workspace clean. Shut down the computer and then disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer. Do not spray any liquid detergent directly on the computer or use any detergent containing flammable material to clean the computer. Spray the detergent on a soft cloth and then wipe the computer surfaces.
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This chapter provides information about the computer features, specifications, software programs provided by Lenovo, and locations of connectors, components, parts on the system board, and internal drives.
This section provides information about the computer features. The following information covers a variety of models. For information about your specific model, use the Setup Utility program. See Chapter 7 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 75.
Microprocessor
Your computer comes with one of the following microprocessors (internal cache size varies by model type):
•Intel® Core™ i3 microprocessor
•Intel Core i5 microprocessor
•Intel Core i7 microprocessor
•Intel Pentium® microprocessor
Memory
Your computer supports up to four double data rate 3 unbuffered dual inline memory modules (DDR3 UDIMMs).
Internal drives
•Optical drive: DVD-ROM or DVD-R (optional)
•Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) hard disk drive
Note: Your computer supports SATA 2.0 and SATA 3.0 devices. For more information, see “Locating parts on the system board” on page 11.
Video subsystem
•Integrated graphics for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) connector and a DisplayPort connector
•Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express x16 graphics card slot on the system board for a discrete graphics card
Audio subsystem
•Integrated high-definition (HD) audio
•Audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and microphone connector on the rear panel
•Microphone connector and headphone connector on the front panel
•Internal speaker (available on some models)
Connectivity
•100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller
•PCI Fax modem (some models)
System management features
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•Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results
•Desktop Management Interface (DMI)
Desktop Management Interface provides a common path for users to access information about all aspects of a computer, including processor type, installation date, attached printers and other peripherals, power sources, and maintenance history.
•Intel Standard Manageability
Intel Standard Manageability is hardware and firmware technology that builds certain functionality into computers in order to make them easier and less expensive for businesses to monitor, maintain, update, upgrade, and repair.
•Intel Matrix Storage Manager
Intel Matrix Storage Manager is a device driver that provides support for SATA RAID 5 arrays and SATA RAID 10 arrays on specific Intel chipset system boards to enhance hard disk performance.
•Preboot Execution Environment (PXE)
The Preboot Execution Environment is an environment to start computers using a network interface independent of data storage devices (such as the hard disk drive) or installed operating systems.
•Smart Performance Choice
The Smart Performance Choice function enables your computer to run with better acoustic performance or better thermal performance. See “Smart performance choices” on page 79.
•System Management (SM) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) and SM software
The SM BIOS specification defines data structures and access methods in a BIOS that allows a user or application to store and retrieve information specific about the computer in question.
•Wake on LAN
Wake on LAN is an Ethernet computer networking standard that allows a computer to be turned on or woken up by a network message. The message is usually sent by a program running on another computer on the same local area network.
•Wake on Ring
Wake on Ring, sometimes referred to as Wake on Modem, is a specification that allows supported computers and devices to resume from sleep or hibernation mode.
•Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)
Windows Management Instrumentation is a set of extensions to the Windows Driver Model. It provides an operating system interface through which instrumented components provide information and notification.
Input/Output (I/O) features
•9-pin serial port (one standard and one optional)
•Eight Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors (two on the front panel and six on the rear panel)
•One Ethernet connector
•One DisplayPort connector
•One VGA monitor connector
•One Personal System/2 (PS/2) keyboard connector (optional)
•One PS/2 mouse connector (optional)
•Three audio connectors on the rear panel (audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and microphone connector)
•Two audio connectors on the front panel (microphone connector and headphone connector)
For more information, see “Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer” on page 7 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 8.
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Expansion
•One hard disk drive bay
•One optical drive bay
•Two PCI card slots
•One PCI Express x1 card slot
•One PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
Power supply
Your computer comes with 240-watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply.
Security features
•Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware
•Cover presence switch (also called intrusion switch)
•Ability to enable or disable a device
•Ability to enable and disable USB connectors individually
•Keyboard with fingerprint reader (shipped with some models)
•Power-on password (POP), administrator password, and hard disk drive password to deter unauthorized use of your computer
•Startup sequence control
•Startup without keyboard or mouse
•Support for an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock)
•Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
For more information, see Chapter 4 “Security” on page 25.
Preinstalled software programs
Your computer is preinstalled with software programs to help you work more easily and securely. For more information, see “Software overview” on page 4.
Preinstalled operating system
Your computer is preinstalled with one of the following operating systems:
•Microsoft® Windows® 7
•Microsoft Windows Vista®
Operating system(s), certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model type)
•Linux
•Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP 3
1.The operating system(s) listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press. Additional operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the publication of this manual. This list is subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested for compatibility, check the Web site of the operating system vendor.
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This section lists the physical specifications for your computer.
Dimensions
Width: 334 mm (13.15 inches)
Height: 97 mm (3.8 inches)
Depth: 369 mm (14.53 inches)
Weight
Maximum configuration as shipped: 7.5 kg (16.53 lb)
Environment
• Air temperature:
Operating: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
Non-operating: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Non-operating: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) (without package)
• Humidity:
Operating: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating: 20% to 90% (non-condensing)
• Altitude:
Operating: -50 to 10 000 ft (-15.2 to 3 048 m)
Non-operating: -50 to 35 000 ft (-15.2 to 10 668 m)
Electrical input
•Input voltage:
– Low range:
Minimum: 100 V ac
Maximum: 127 V ac
Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz
– High range:
Minimum: 200 V ac
Maximum: 240 V ac
Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz
The computer comes with a preinstalled operating system and several software programs provided by Lenovo.
The following software programs are provided by Lenovo to help you improve productivity and reduce the cost associated with maintaining your computer. Software programs provided with your computer might vary depending on your computer model type and preinstalled operating system.
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Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools
The Lenovo ThinkVantage® Tools program guides you to a host of information sources and provides easy access to various tools to help you work more easily and securely.
Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is only available on computers with the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo.
To access the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program, click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools.
The following table lists the programs that you can access from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program. To access a program, double-click the corresponding icon.
Table 1. Program icon names in Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools
Program name |
Icon name in Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools |
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Create Recovery Media |
Factory Recovery Disks |
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Fingerprint Software |
Fingerprint Reader |
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Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox |
System Health and Diagnostics |
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ThinkVantage Password Manager |
Password Vault |
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ThinkVantage Power Manager |
Power Controls |
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ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery® |
Enhanced Backup and Restore |
ThinkVantage System Update |
Update and Drives |
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ThinkVantage Productivity Center
The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program guides you to a host of information and tools to help you set up, understand, maintain, and enhance your computer.
Note: The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program is only available on computers preinstalled with the Windows Vista operating system from Lenovo.
For more information, see “ThinkVantage Productivity Center” on page 111.
Lenovo Welcome
The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built-in features of Lenovo and guides you through a few important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer.
Fingerprint Software
The integrated fingerprint reader provided on some keyboards enables you to enroll your fingerprint and associate it with your power-on password, hard disk password, and Windows password. As a result, fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. A fingerprint reader keyboard is available with select computers or can be purchased for computers that support this option.
Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox
The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get familiar with the innovative technologies provided by Lenovo, and get more information about your computer. See “Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox” on page 109 for detailed information.
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Product Recovery
The Product Recovery program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings.
ThinkVantage Client Security Solution
The ThinkVantage Client Security Solution program is available on select Lenovo computers. It helps protect your information, including vital security information like passwords, encryption keys, and electronic credentials, while guarding against unauthorized user access to data.
Note: The ThinkVantage Client Security Solution program is only available on computers with the Windows Vista operating system from Lenovo.
ThinkVantage Password Manager
The ThinkVantage Password Manager program automatically captures and fills in authentication information for Windows applications and Web sites.
Notes:
•The ThinkVantage Password Manager program is only available on computers with the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo.
•If the Password Vault icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the ThinkVantage Password Manager program manually before enabling its features. To install the ThinkVantage Password Manager program, do the following:
1.Click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools, and double-click Password Vault.
2.Follow the instructions on the screen.
3.When the installation process completes, the Password Vault icon is activated.
ThinkVantage Power Manager
The ThinkVantage Power Manager program provides convenient, flexible, and complete power management for your ThinkCentre® computer. By using the ThinkVantage Power Manager program, you can adjust your power settings to achieve the best balance between system performance and power saving.
ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery
The ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program is a one button recovery and restore solution that includes a set of self-recovery tools to help you diagnose computer problems, get help, and recover from system crashes, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.
Note: If the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program manually before enabling its features. To install the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program, do the following:
1.Click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools, and double-click Enhanced Backup and Restore.
2.Follow the instructions on the screen.
3.When the installation process completes, the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon is activated.
ThinkVantage System Update
The ThinkVantage System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date by downloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, BIOS updates, and other third party applications).
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The Adobe Reader program is a tool used to view, print, and search PDF documents.
Your computer comes with antivirus software that you can use to detect and eliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your hard disk drive with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus program updates.
This section provides information to help you locate the connectors on the front and rear of your computer, parts on the system board, and components and internal drives in your computer.
Figure 1 “Front connector, control, and indicator locations” on page 7 shows the locations of the connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer.
Figure 1. Front connector, control, and indicator locations
1 |
Optical drive eject/close button |
2 |
Power switch |
3 |
Hard disk drive activity indicator |
4 |
Power indicator |
5 |
USB connector (USB port 2) |
6 |
Microphone connector |
7 |
Headphone connector |
8 |
USB connector (USB port 1) |
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Figure 2 “Rear connector locations” on page 8 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer.
Figure 2. Rear connector locations
1 |
Power cord connector |
2 |
Serial port (Serial port 1) |
3 |
VGA monitor connector |
4 |
DisplayPort connector |
5 |
USB connectors (USB ports 3 to 8) |
6 |
Microphone connector |
7 |
Audio line-out connector |
8 |
Audio line-in connector |
9 |
PCI Express x16 graphics card slot |
10 |
PCI Express x1 card slot |
11 |
PCI card slots |
12 |
Optional serial port (Serial port 2) |
13 |
Cable lock slots (2) |
14 |
Ethernet connector |
15 |
Integrated cable lock (Kingston lock) slot |
16 |
Cover-release button |
17 |
PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors (optional) |
Connector |
Description |
Audio line-in connector |
Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo |
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system. When you attach an external audio device, a cable is connected between |
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the audio line-out connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the |
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computer. |
Audio line-out connector |
Used to send audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as |
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powered stereo speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers), headphones, |
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multimedia keyboards, or the audio line-in connector on a stereo system or other |
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external recording device. |
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Connector |
Description |
DisplayPort connector |
Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other |
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devices that use a DisplayPort connector. |
Ethernet connector |
Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). |
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Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use a Category 5 |
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Ethernet cable. |
Microphone connector |
Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or |
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if you use speech-recognition software. |
Serial port |
Used to attach an external modem, a serial printer, or other devices that use a |
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9-pin serial port. |
PS/2 keyboard connector |
Used to attach a keyboard that uses a PS/2 keyboard connector. |
(optional) |
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PS/2 mouse connector (optional) |
Used to attach a mouse, a trackball, or other pointing devices that use a PS/2 |
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mouse connector. |
USB connector |
Used to attach a device that requires a USB connector, such as a USB keyboard, |
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a USB mouse, a USB scanner or a USB printer. If you have more than eight USB |
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devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional |
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USB devices. |
VGA monitor connector |
Used to attach a VGA monitor or other devices that use a VGA monitor connector. |
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Figure 3 “Component locations” on page 10 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To open the computer cover, see “Opening the computer cover” on page 30.
Figure 3. Component locations
1 |
Heat sink and fan assembly |
2 |
Power supply assembly |
3 |
Memory module |
4 |
Optical drive |
5 |
Front audio and USB assembly |
6 |
Front bezel |
7 |
System fan assembly |
8 |
Internal speaker (installed in some models) |
9 |
Cover presence switch (Intrusion switch) |
10Hard disk drive
11PCI card (installed in some models)
12Heat sink fan duct
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Figure 4 “System board part locations” on page 11 shows the locations of the parts on the system board.
Figure 4. System board part locations
1 |
4-pin power connector |
2 |
Microprocessor |
3 |
Microprocessor fan connector |
4 |
Memory slot 1 (DIMM1) |
5 |
Memory slot 2 (DIMM2) |
6 |
Memory slot 3 (DIMM3) |
7 |
Memory slot 4 (DIMM4) |
8 |
Thermal sensor connector |
9 |
24-pin power connector |
10Battery
11Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper
12Parallel connector
13SATA connector 1 (SATA 3.0 connector)
14 |
SATA connectors 2 and 3 (SATA 2.0 connectors) |
15 |
eSATA connector |
16 |
Power fan connector |
17Front panel connector (for connecting LED indicators and power switch)
18Front USB connector 1 (for connecting USB ports 1 and 2 on the front bezel)
19Front USB connector 2 (for connecting additional USB devices)
20 |
Serial (COM2) connector |
21 |
Internal speaker connector |
22 |
Front audio connector |
23 |
PCI card slots (2) |
24 |
PCI Express x1 card slot |
25 |
PCI Express x16 graphics card slot |
26 |
System fan connector |
27 Cover presence switch connector (Intrusion switch connector)
28 |
PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector |
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Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and enable your computer to read other types of media. Internal drives are installed in bays. In this manual, the bays are referred to as bay 1, bay 2, and so on. Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives:
•An optical drive in bay 1
•A 3.5-inch hard disk drive in bay 3
When installing or replacing an internal drive, it is important to note the type and size of the drive that you can install or replace in each bay and correctly connect the cables to the drive installed. Refer to the appropriate section in Chapter 5 “Installing or replacing hardware” on page 29 for instructions on how to install or replace internal drives for your computer.
Figure 5 “Drive bay locations” on page 12 shows the locations of the drive bays.
Figure 5. Drive bay locations
1 |
2 |
2 |
Bay 1 - Optical drive bay (with an optical drive installed) Bay 2 - Card reader drive bay
Bay 3 - SATA hard disk drive bay (with a 3.5-inch hard disk drive installed)
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The machine type and model label identifies your computer. When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify your computer and provide faster service.
The following is a sample of the machine type and model label.
Figure 6. Machine type and model label
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This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components.
The following are a few tips that will help you optimize the use of your computer.
Can I get my user guide in another language?
The user guide is available in various languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkCentreUserGuides
Where are my recovery discs?
Lenovo provides a program that enables you to create recovery discs. For details about creating recovery discs, see “Creating recovery media” on page 67.
Additionally, in case of a hard disk failure, you can order Product Recovery discs from the Lenovo Customer Support Center. For information about contacting the Customer Support Center, see Chapter 11 “Getting information, help, and service” on page 111. Before using the Product Recovery discs, refer to the documentation that comes with the discs.
Attention: A Product Recovery disc package might contain multiple discs. Make sure you have all of the discs ready before starting the recovery process. During the recovery process, you might be prompted to change discs.
Where can I find help about the Windows operating system?
The Windows Help and Support information system provides you detailed information about using the Windows operating system to help you get the most of your computer. To access the Windows Help and Support information system, click Start Help and Support.
Depending on your model, your computer comes with either a standard keyboard or a fingerprint reader keyboard. The Microsoft Windows shortcut keys are provided on both keyboard types.
This section provides information about the following topics:
•“Using Windows shortcut keys” on page 15
•“Using the blue ThinkVantage button” on page 16
•“Using a fingerprint reader” on page 16
Both the standard keyboard and the fingerprint reader keyboard provide three keys you can use with your Microsoft Windows operating system.
•The two Start menu keys are located beside the Alt key on either side of the spacebar. They feature the Windows logo. When you press either, the Windows Start menu opens. The style of the Windows logo varies depending on the keyboard type.
•The context-menu key is located next to the Ctrl key on the right side of the Spacebar. Pressing the context-menu key opens the context menu for the active program, icon, or object.
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Note: You can use the mouse or the Up and Down arrow keys to highlight menu selections. You can close the Start menu or the context menu by clicking the mouse or pressing Esc.
Some keyboards have a blue ThinkVantage button that you can use to open a comprehensive on-board help and information center from Lenovo.
•If you are using the Windows Vista operation system, pressing the blue ThinkVantage button opens the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program.
•If you are using the Windows 7 operating system, pressing the blue ThinkVantage button opens the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program.
For more information about the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program and the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, see “ThinkVantage Productivity Center” on page 111 and “Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox” on page 109.
Some computers might come with a keyboard that has a fingerprint reader. For more information about the fingerprint reader, see “Fingerprint Software” on page 5.
To open the ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software program and use the fingerprint reader, do one of the following:
•On the Windows 7 operating system, click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Fingerprint Reader.
•On the Windows Vista operating system, click Start All Programs ThinkVantage ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software.
Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information, refer to the ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software help system.
The wheel mouse has the following controls:
1 |
Wheel |
2 |
Primary mouse button |
3 |
Secondary mouse button |
Use the wheel to control the scrolling action of the mouse. The direction in which you rotate the wheel controls the direction of the scrolling action.
Use this button to select or start a program or menu item.
Use this button to display a menu for the active program, icon, or object.
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You can switch the function of the primary and secondary mouse buttons and change other default behavior through the mouse properties function in the Windows Control Panel.
Sound is an important part of the computer experience. Your computer has a digital audio controller built into the system board. Some models also have a high-performance audio adapter installed in one of the PCI card slots.
If a factory-installed, high-performance audio adapter is installed in your computer, the system-board audio connectors on the rear of the computer are typically disabled; use the connectors provided on the audio adapter.
Each audio solution provides at least three audio connectors: audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and Microphone connector. On some models, a fourth connector is provided for the attachment of unpowered stereo speakers (speakers that do not require an ac power source). The audio adapter provides you with the ability to record and play back sound and music, as well as to enjoy sound with multimedia applications and work with speech-recognition software.
Optionally, you can connect a set of powered stereo speakers to the audio line-out connector to enjoy better sound with multimedia applications.
The desktop volume control is accessible through the volume icon in the taskbar, which is located at the bottom-right corner of the Windows desktop. Click the volume icon and move the slider up or down to control the volume, or click the Mute icon to turn the audio off. If the volume icon is not in the taskbar, see “Adding the volume icon to the taskbar” on page 17.
Adding the volume icon to the taskbar
To add the volume icon to the taskbar on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following:
1.From the Windows desktop, click Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization.
2.In the Taskbar and Start Menu topic, click Customize icons on the taskbar.
3.Click Turn system icons on or off and change the volume behaviors from Off to On.
4.Click OK to save the new settings.
To add the volume icon to the taskbar on the Windows Vista operating system, do the following:
1.From the Windows desktop, click Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization.
2.In the Taskbar and Start Menu topic, click Customize icons on the taskbar.
3.On the Notification Area tab, select Volume to allow the icon to display.
4.Click Apply to save the new settings.
You can set the computer volume from Control Panel. To set the computer volume from Control Panel, do the following:
1.From the Windows desktop, click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound.
2.In the Sound topic, click Adjust system volume.
3.Move the sliders up or down to raise or lower the volume of your computer.
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Your computer might have a DVD ROM drive or recordable DVD drive installed. DVD drives use industry-standard, 12 cm (4.75-inch) CD media or DVD media. If your computer comes with a DVD drive, the drive can read DVD-ROM discs, DVD-R discs, DVD-RAM discs, DVD-RW discs, and all types of CDs, such as CD-ROM discs, CD-RW discs, CD-R discs, and audio CDs. If you have a recordable DVD drive, it can also record on DVD-R discs, DVD-RW discs, type II DVD-RAM discs, CD-RW standard and high speed discs, and CD-R discs.
Follow these guidelines when using the DVD drive:
•Do not place the computer in a location where the drive is exposed to the following:
–High temperature
–High humidity
–Excessive dust
–Excessive vibration or sudden shock
–An inclined surface
–Direct sunlight
•Do not insert any object other than a CD or DVD into the drive.
•Before moving the computer, remove the CD or DVD from the drive.
CD and DVD media are durable and reliable, but they do require some care and special handling. When handling and storing a CD or DVD, follow these guidelines:
•Hold the disc by its edges. Do not touch the surface of the side that is not labeled.
•To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the disc with a clean, soft cloth from the center to the outside. Wiping the disc in a circular direction might cause loss of data.
•Do not write or stick paper on the disc.
•Do not scratch or mark the disc.
•Do not place or store the disc in direct sunlight.
•Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the disc.
•Do not drop or bend the disc.
•Do not insert damaged discs into the drive. Warped, scratched, or dirty discs can damage the drive.
If your computer comes with a DVD drive, you can listen to audio CDs or watch DVD movies. To play a CD or DVD, do the following:
1.Press the Eject/Load button on the DVD drive to open the tray.
2.With the tray fully extended, insert the CD or DVD into the tray. Some DVD drives have a snap hub in the center of the tray. If your drive has a snap hub, support the tray with one hand and then push on the center of the CD or DVD until it snaps into place.
3.Press the Eject/Load button again or gently push the tray forward to close the tray. The CD or DVD player program starts automatically. For additional information, refer to the CD or DVD player program help system.
To remove a CD or DVD from the DVD drive, do the following:
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