Lenovo 7629, 7637, 6139, 6136, 9961 User Manual
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ThinkCentre
User Guid e
Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and
Warranty Guide and “Notices,” on page 61.
Second Edition (May 2009)
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Contents
Important safety information . . . . . .v
Chapter 1. Product overview . . . . . .1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Software overview . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Software provided with your Windows operating
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Locating connectors on the front of your computer 6
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer 7
Locating components . . . . . . . . . .9
Locating parts on the system board . . . . .10
Chapter 2. Installing options and
replacing hardware . . . . . . . . .11
Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . .11
Installing options and replacing hardware . . . .11
Installing external options . . . . . . . .12
Opening the computer cover . . . . . . .12
Installing or replacing a memory module . . .13
Replacing the hard disk drive . . . . . . .15
Replacing the optical drive . . . . . . . .16
Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . .18
Replacing the heat sink . . . . . . . . .19
Replacing the microprocessor . . . . . . .21
Replacing the adapter card . . . . . . . .23
Replacing the internal speaker . . . . . . .25
Replacing the front audio and USB assembly . .25
Replacing the AC power adapter . . . . . .27
Replacing the keyboard . . . . . . . . .29
Replacing the mouse . . . . . . . . . .29
Completing the parts replacement . . . . . .30
Installing security features . . . . . . . . .32
Integrated cable lock . . . . . . . . . .33
Password protection . . . . . . . . . .33
Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing
CMOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Chapter 3. Recovery information . . .35
Creating and using Product Recovery discs . . . .35
Performing backup and recovery operations . . .36
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace . . . .37
Creating and using rescue media . . . . . . .38
Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette . .39
Recovering or installing device drivers . . . . .40
Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence . .41
Solving recovery problems . . . . . . . . .41
Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility . . .43
Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .43
Viewing and changing settings . . . . . . . .43
Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Password considerations . . . . . . . . .44
Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . .44
Privileged Access Password . . . . . . . .44
Hard Disk User Password . . . . . . . .44
Setting, changing, and deleting a password . . .44
Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . . .45
Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . . . .45
Selecting a temporary startup device . . . . .45
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence 46
Advanced settings . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Exiting from the Setup Utility program . . . . .46
Chapter 5. Updating system programs 47
Using system programs . . . . . . . . . .47
Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc . . . . . .47
Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure . . .48
Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and
diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .51
Diagnostic programs . . . . . . . . . . .53
Lenovo System Toolbox . . . . . . . . .53
PC-Doctor for Windows PE . . . . . . . .53
PC-Doctor for DOS . . . . . . . . . . .54
Cleaning the mouse . . . . . . . . . . .54
Optical mouse . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Non-optical mouse . . . . . . . . . . .55
Chapter 7. Getting information, help,
and service . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Information resources . . . . . . . . . . .57
Online Books folder . . . . . . . . . .57
ThinkVantage Productivity Center . . . . . .57
Lenovo Welcome . . . . . . . . . . .58
Access Help . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Safety and Warranty . . . . . . . . . .58
Lenovo We b site (http://www.lenovo.com) . . .58
Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Using the documentation and diagnostic
programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Calling for service . . . . . . . . . . .59
Using other services . . . . . . . . . .60
Purchasing additional services . . . . . . .60
Appendix. Notices . . . . . . . . . .61
Television output notice . . . . . . . . . .62
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
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Important safety information
CAUTION:
Before using this manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safety
information for this product. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide
that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading
and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury
and or 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
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Chapter 1. Product overview
This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available
for your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding
memory modules, drives, or adapter cards. When installing or replacing an option,
use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option.
Important: Before you install or replace any option, be sure to read and
understand the “Important safety information” first. These precautions
and guidelines will help you work safely.
Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo.
Note:
Features
This section provides an overview of the computer features and preinstalled
software.
System information
The following information covers a variety of models. For information about
your specific model, use the Setup Utility program. See Chapter 4, “Using the
Setup Utility,” on page 43.
Microprocessor
v Intel® Celeron® processor
v Intel Core™ 2 Duo processor
v Intel Core 2 Quad processor
v Intel Pentium® dual-core processor
v Internal cache (size varies by model type)
Memory
v Supports two DDR3 DIMMs
(double data rate 3 dual inline memory modules)
v Flash memory for system programs (varies by model type)
Internal
drives
v Optical drive
v SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) internal hard disk drive (some
models)
v Solid State Drive (SSD) (some models)
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Video subsystem
Integrated graphics for a VGA (Video Graphics Array) connector and DisplayPort
connector
Audio subsystem
v Audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and microphone connector on
the rear panel
v High Definition (HD) with ADI 1882 Audio Codec
v Microphone connector and headphone connector on the front panel
v Mono internal speaker (some models)
Connectivity
v 10/100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller
v PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) V.90 Data/Fax modem (some models)
System
management features
v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results
v Automatic power-on startup
v ASF 2.0 (Alert Standard Format)
v Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) (some models)
v Intel matrix storage manager
v Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
(DHCP)
v Remote Administration
v Secure Managed Client (SMC) (some models)
v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software
v Wake on LAN
®
v Wake on Ring (in the Setup Utility program, this feature is called Serial Port
Ring Detect for an external modem)
Input/Output
features
v Eight USB connectors (two on the front panel and six on the rear panel)
v Ethernet connector
v One DisplayPort connector
v One optional 9-pin serial port
v One VGA monitor connector
v Standard keyboard connector (some models)
v Standard mouse connector (some models)
v Three audio connectors (audio line-in, audio line-out, and microphone) on the
rear panel
v Tw o audio connectors (microphone and headphone) on the front panel
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Expansion
v One hard disk drive bay
v One optical drive bay
v One 32-bit PCI adapter card slot
Power
v 130-watt power adapter
v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching
v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support
Security
features
v Computrace
v Cover presence switch (also called intrusion switch, some models)
v Diskette drive and hard disk drive I/O control
v Hard Disk User Password
v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (some models, see the ThinkVantage
®
Productivity Center program for more information)
v Power-On Password (POP) and Privileged Access Password (PAP) for BIOS
access
v Serial and parallel port I/O control
v Startup sequence control
v Startup without diskette drive, keyboard, or mouse
v Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock)
v Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
v Unattended start mode
v USB individual switch on/off
Preinstalled
software
Your computer might come with preinstalled software. If it does, an operating
system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are
included.
Operating system, preinstalled
Microsoft® Windows Vista
®
Notes:
1. Computer models without an internal hard disk drive do not have an operating
system preinstalled.
2. The Windows Vista operating system might not be available or supported in all
countries or regions.
Operating
v Linux
®
systems, certified or tested for compatibility
1
(varies by model type)
v Microsoft Windows® XP
1. The operating systems 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
booklet. Corrections and additions to this list are subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been certified or
tested for compatibility, check the We b site of the operating system vendor.
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Specifications
This section lists the physical specifications for your computer.
Dimensions
Width: 275 mm (10.83 inches)
Height: 80 mm (3.15 inches)
Depth: 238 mm (9.37 inches)
Weight
Maximum configuration as shipped: 4.18 kg (9.22 lbs)
Environment
Air temperature:
Humidity:
Maximum altitude:
Electrical
Input voltage:
High range:
Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)
Non-operating: -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F) (with package)
Non-operating: -10° to 60°C (14° to 140°F) (without package)
Operating: 10% to 80% (10% per hour, non condensing)
Non-operating: 10% to 90% (10% per hour, non condensing)
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)
input
Low range:
Minimum: 100 V AC
Maximum: 127 V AC
Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz
Voltage-selection switch setting: 115 V AC
Minimum: 200 V AC
Maximum: 240 V AC
Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz
Voltage-selection switch setting: 230 V AC
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Software overview
This section describes the software preinstalled on the computer models that have
an internal hard disk drive and an operating system from Lenovo.
Software provided with your Windows operating system
This section describes the Windows applications included with your computer.
Software provided by Lenovo
The following software applications are provided by Lenovo to help you improve
productivity and reduce the cost associated with maintaining your computer.
Software provided with your computer might vary depending on your model.
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.
ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery: The ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery
®
(RnR) program is a one button recovery and restore solution that includes a set of
self recovery tools to help users diagnose computer problems, get help, and
recover from system crashes quickly, even if the primary operating system will not
start.
ThinkVantage Client Security Solution: The ThinkVantage Client Security
Solution (CSS) 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.
ThinkVantage System Update: The ThinkVantage System Update (TVSU)
program helps you keep the software on your system up-to-date, by downloading
and installing software packages (TVT applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes,
and other third party applications). Some examples of software that you should
keep updated are programs provided by Lenovo, such as the Rescue and Recovery
program and the Productivity Center program.
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.
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 drive 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 System Toolbox
The Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program is preinstalled on your hard disk
drive. This diagnostic program works through the Windows operating system to
diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled settings that
can cause hardware failures. See “Lenovo System Toolbox” on page 53 for more
information.
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PC-Doctor for Windows PE
The PC-Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program is preinstalled on your hard
disk drive. It is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace on each Lenovo
computer to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled
settings that can cause hardware failures. Use the PC-Doctor for Windows PE if
you are unable to start the Windows operating system or if the Lenovo System
Toolbox has not been successful in isolating a possible problem. See “PC-Doctor for
Windows PE” on page 53 for more information.
Adobe Reader
The Adobe Reader is a tool used to view, print, and search PDF documents.
See “Online Books folder” on page 57 for more information about accessing the
online books and the Lenovo We b site.
Antivirus software
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.
For more information about updating your antivirus software, refer to the Access
Help online help system. See “Access Help” on page 58 for instructions on how to
open the online help system.
Locations
Locating connectors on the front of your computer
Figure 1 shows the location of the connectors on the front of your computer.
Note: Not all computer models have the following connectors.
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Figure 1. Front connector locations
1 USB connector 3 Microphone connector
2 Headphone connector 4 USB connector
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer
Figure 2 shows the location 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 VGA monitor connector 8 Cover-release button
2 USB connectors (3) 9 PCI adapter card slot
3 Ethernet connector 10 Audio line-out connector
4 Audio line-in connector 11 Microphone connector
5 Standard mouse and keyboard
12 USB connectors (3)
connectors (some models)
6 Serial port (some models) 13 DisplayPort connector
7 Cable lock slot 14 AC power adapter connector
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Connector Description
Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device,
such as a stereo system. When you attach an external audio
device, a cable is connected between the audio line-out
connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the
computer.
Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to external
devices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers with
built-in amplifiers), headphones, multimedia keyboards, or the
audio line-in connector on a stereo system or other external
recording device.
DisplayPort connector Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive
monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector.
Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network
(LAN).
Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use
a Category 5 Ethernet cable.
Microphone connector Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you want
to record sound or if you use speech-recognition software.
Serial port Used to attach an external modem, a serial printer, or other
devices that use a 9-pin serial port.
Standard keyboard
connector
Used to attach a keyboard that uses a standard keyboard
connector.
Standard mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, a trackball, or other pointing devices
that use a standard mouse connector.
USB connector Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus
(USB) connector, such as a USB keyboard, a USB mouse, a USB
scanner or a USB printer. If you have more than eight USB
devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to
connect additional USB devices.
VGA monitor connector Used to attach a VGA monitor or other devices that use a VGA
monitor connector.
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Locating components
To open the computer cover, see “Opening the computer cover” on page 12.
Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer.
Figure 3. Component locations
1 Optical drive 5 Heat sink
2 Front bezel 6 Battery
3 Hard disk drive (some models) 7 Memory slots (2)
4 System fan assembly 8 Internal speaker (some models)
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Locating parts on the system board
The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit
board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a
variety of devices.
Figure 4 shows the location of the parts on the system board.
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Figure 4. System board parts locations
1 Microprocessor 9 PCI adapter card slot
2 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal
10 Front USB connector 2
Oxide Semiconductor)/Recovery jumper
3 Thermal sensor connector 11 Intrusion switch connector/Cover
presence switch connector
4 Battery 12 Front I/O and LED/Switch header
5 Memory slots (2) 13 e SATA connector
6 Internal speaker connector 14 Internal power distribution connector
7 Serial (COM) connector 15 Fan connector
8 S ATA connectors (2)
Chapter 2. Installing options and replacing hardware
This chapter provides instructions for installing options and replacing hardware for
your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding
memory modules, adapter cards, or drives. When installing or replacing an option,
use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option.
Handling static-sensitive devices
Do not open the static-protective package containing the new part until the
defective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to install
the new part. Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage
computer components and parts.
When you handle parts and other computer components, take these precautions to
avoid static-electricity damage:
v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around
you.
v Always handle parts and other computer components carefully. Handle adapter
cards, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by the edges.
Never touch any exposed circuitry.
v Prevent others from touching the parts and other computer components.
v Before you replace a new part, 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.
v When possible, remove the new part from the static-protective packaging, and
install it directly in the computer without setting the part down. When this is
not possible, place the static-protective package that the part came in on a
smooth, level surface and place the part on it.
v Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.
Installing options and replacing hardware
This section provides introductions for installing options and replacing hardware
for your computer. When installing or replacing an option, use these instructions
along with the instructions that come with the option.
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Attention
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with
your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
Note: Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo.
Installing external options
External speakers, a printer, or a scanner can be connected to your computer. For
some external options, you must install additional software in addition to making
the physical connection. When installing an external option, see “Locating
connectors on the front of your computer” on page 6 and “Locating connectors on
the rear of your computer” on page 7 to identify the required connector, and then
use the instructions that come with the option to help you make the connection
and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option.
Opening the computer cover
This section provides instructions on how to open the computer cover.
CAUTION:
The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and
wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer
cover.
Important
Be sure to read and understand “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page
11 before opening the computer cover.
To open the computer cover:
1. Remove any media from the drives, shut down your operating system, and
turn off all attached devices and the computer.
2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
3. Disconnect the cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords,
input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the
computer. See “Locating connectors on the front of your computer” on page 6
and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 7.
4. Remove any locking devices that lock the computer cover-release button, such
as a cable lock.
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5. Carefully lift and position the computer upside down as shown in 6.
6. Pivot the cover-release button 1 on the rear of the computer and then open
the computer cover as shown.
Figure 5. Opening the computer cover
Installing or replacing a memory module
Attention
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with
your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module.
Your computer has two slots for installing SODIMMs (small outline dual inline
memory modules) that provide up to a maximum of 4 GB of system memory.
When installing memory modules, the following rules apply:
v Use 1.8 V, 200-pin DDR3 SDRAM (double data rate 3 synchronous dynamic
random access memory).
v Use 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules in any combination up to a maximum of 4
GB.
To install or replace a memory module:
1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the computer cover” on page 12.
2. Locate the memory slots. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 10.
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3. If you are replacing an old memory module, open the retaining clips and
remove the memory module being replaced as shown.
Figure 6. Removing the memory module
4. Insert the notched end 2 of the new memory module into the slot 1. Press
the memory module firmly and pivot the memory module until it snaps into
place. Make sure that the memory module is firmly fixed in the slot and does
not move easily.
Figure 7. Installing a memory module
What to do next:
v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
v To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on
page 30.
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Replacing the hard disk drive
Attention
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with
your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive if your
computer has one. For computer models that do not have an internal hard disk
drive installed and use a remote hard disk drive accessed through the SMC Storage Array, contact your network or storage administrator.
Important
When you receive a new hard disk drive, you also receive a set of Product
Recovery discs. The set of Product Recovery discs enables you to restore the
contents of the hard disk drive to the factory-installed state. For more
information on recovering factory-installed software, refer to Chapter 3,
“Recovery information,” on page 35.
To replace the hard disk drive:
1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the computer cover” on page 12.
2. Disconnect the power cable from the optical drive.
3. Place your finger on the tab located on the front of the hard disk drive and
push upward. Then press inward on the side tabs and pivot the hard disk
drive upward to remove.
Figure 8. Removing the hard disk drive
4. Remove the failing hard disk drive from the chassis.
5. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive.
6. Remove the hard disk drive from the plastic bracket by flexing the sides of the
bracket enough to slide it free of the hard disk drive.
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