Lenovo 6302, 6239, 8494, 7628, 7635 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 77.

Second Edition (May 2009)

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Locating connectors on the front of your computer 7 Locating connectors on the rear of your computer 8

Locating components . . . . . . . . . .10

Locating parts on the system board . . . . .11

Chapter 2. Installing options and

replacing hardware . . . . . . . . .13

Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . .13

Installing options and replacing hardware . . . .13

Installing external options . . . . . . . .14

Removing the computer cover . . . . . . .14

Removing and installing the front bezel . . . .15

Installing internal options . . . . . . . .16

Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . .26

Replacing the power supply assembly . . . .27

Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly . . .28

Replacing the primary hard disk drive . . . .30

Replacing the secondary hard disk drive . . .32

Replacing the optical drive . . . . . . . .35

Replacing the diskette drive . . . . . . . .37

Replacing the front fan assembly . . . . . .39

Replacing the rear fan assembly . . . . . .40

Replacing the internal speaker . . . . . . .42

Replacing the keyboard . . . . . . . . .44

Replacing the mouse . . . . . . . . . .45

Completing the parts replacement . . . . . .45

Installing security features . . . . . . . . .46

Integrated cable lock . . . . . . . . . .47

Padlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Password protection . . . . . . . . . .48

Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing

CMOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Chapter 3. Recovery information . . .51

Creating and using Product Recovery discs . . . .51

Performing backup and recovery operations . . .52

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace . . . .53

Creating and using rescue media . . . . . . .54

Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette . .55

Recovering or installing device drivers . . . . .56

Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence . .57

Solving recovery problems . . . . . . . . .57

Viewing and changing settings . . . . . . . .59

Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . .59

Password considerations . . . . . . . . .60

Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . .60

Privileged Access Password . . . . . . . .60

Hard Disk User Password . . . . . . . .60

Setting, changing, and deleting a password . . .60

Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . . .61

Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . . . .61

Selecting a temporary startup device . . . . .61

Selecting or changing the startup device sequence 62

Advanced settings . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Exiting from the Setup Utility program . . . . .62

Chapter 5. Updating system programs 63

Using system programs . . . . . . . . . .63

Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc . . . . . .63

Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure . . .64

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and

diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . .67

Diagnostic programs . . . . . . . . . . .69

Lenovo System Toolbox . . . . . . . . .69

PC-Doctor for Windows PE . . . . . . . .69

PC-Doctor for DOS . . . . . . . . . . .70

Cleaning the mouse . . . . . . . . . . .70

Optical mouse . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Non-optical mouse . . . . . . . . . . .71

Chapter 7. Getting information, help,

and service . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Information resources . . . . . . . . . . .73

Online Books folder . . . . . . . . . .73

ThinkVantage Productivity Center . . . . . .73

Lenovo Welcome . . . . . . . . . . .74

Access Help . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Safety and Warranty . . . . . . . . . .74

Lenovo We b site (http://www.lenovo.com) . . .74

Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Using the documentation and diagnostic

programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Calling for service . . . . . . . . . . .75

Using other services . . . . . . . . . .76

Purchasing additional services . . . . . . .76

Appendix. Notices . . . . . . . . . .77

Television output notice . . . . . . . . . .78

Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78

Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility . . .59

Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .59

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

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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 59.

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 up to four DDR3 DIMMs

(double data rate 3 dual inline memory modules)

v Flash memory for system programs (varies by model type)

Internal

drives

v Diskette drive (some models)

v Optical drive

v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) internal hard disk drive (some

models)

v Solid State Drive (SSD) (some models)

subsystem

Video

v Integrated graphics for a VGA (Video Graphics Array) connector and

DisplayPort connector

v PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express x16 graphics slot on the

system board for discrete graphics card

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 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 9-pin serial port (one standard and one optional)

v Eight USB connectors (two on the front panel and six on the rear panel)

v Ethernet connector

v One DisplayPort 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 Two audio connectors (microphone and headphone) on the front panel

v VGA monitor connector

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Expansion

v One diskette drive bay

v Two hard disk drive bays (one standard and one optional)

v Two optical drive bays

v Two 32-bit PCI adapter card slots

v One PCI Express x1 adapter card slot

v One PCI Express x16 graphic adapter card slot

Power

v 280-watt auto-sensing power supply (some models)

v 280-watt power supply with manual voltage-selection switch (some models)

v 320-watt auto-sensing power supply (some models)

v 450-watt auto-sensing power supply (some models)

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

(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: 175 mm (6.89 inches)

Height: 402 mm (15.83 inches)

Depth: 440 mm (17.32 inches)

Weight

Maximum configuration as shipped: 11 kg (24.25 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 computers 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 69 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 DOS” on page 70 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 73 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 74 for instructions on how to open the online help system.

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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.

Figure 1. Front connector locations

1 USB connector 3 Microphone connector 2 Headphone connector 4 USB connector

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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 Voltage-selection switch (some

10 USB connectors (2)

models)

2 Power cord connector 11 Microphone connector 3 Standard mouse connector 12 Audio line-out connector 4 Standard keyboard connector 13 Audio line-in connector 5 VGA monitor connector 14 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot 6 Serial port 15 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot 7 DisplayPort connector 16 PCI adapter card slots (2) 8 USB connectors (4) 17 Second serial port (some models) 9 Ethernet 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

Standard mouse connector

Used to attach a keyboard that uses a standard keyboard 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 remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 14.

Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer.

Figure 3. Component locations

1 Microprocessor, heat sink, and heat

6 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot

sink fan assembly 2 Memory slots (4) 7 Cover presence switch (also called Intrusion

switch) (some models)

3 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot 8 Rear system fan assembly 4 PCI adapter card 9 Power supply assembly 5 PCI adapter card slot

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Locating parts on the system board

Figure 4 shows the location of the parts on the system board.

Figure 4. System board parts locations

1 Microprocessor 15 Front USB connector 1 2 Microprocessor fan connector 16 Front USB connector 2 3 Memory slot 1 17 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide

Semiconductor)/Recovery jumper

4 Memory slot 2 18 Serial (COM2) connector 5 Memory slot 3 19 Front audio connector 6 Memory slot 4 20 Internal speaker connector 7 24-pin power connector 21 PCI adapter card slots (2) 8 Thermal sensor connector 22 Cover presence switch (also called Intrusion

switch) connector

9 Diskette drive connector 23 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot 10 S ATA connectors (3) 24 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot 11 Parallel (LPT) connector 25 Battery 12 Power fan connector 26 System fan connector 13 e SATA connector 27 4-pin power connector 14 Front panel connector

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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.

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 7 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 8 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.

Removing the computer cover

This section provides instructions on how to remove 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 removing the computer cover.

Important

Be sure to read and understand “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 13 before removing the computer cover.

To remove 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 7 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 8.

4. Remove any locking devices, such as a cable lock that secures the computer

cover.

5. If there are thumbscrews that secure the computer cover, remove them.

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6. Press the cover-release button on the side of the computer cover and slide the

computer cover to the rear to remove.

Figure 5. Removing the computer cover

Removing and installing the front bezel

This section provides instructions on how to remove and install the front bezel.

To remove and install the front bezel:

1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14.

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2. Release the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivot the front bezel outward

to remove it. Carefully set the bezel to the side without disconnecting the power switch and LED assembly cable.

Figure 6. Removing the front bezel

3. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the front

bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position on the left side.

4. To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page

45.

Installing internal options

Important

Be sure to read and understand “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 13 before removing the computer cover.

Installing or replacing an adapter card

Attention

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This section provides instructions on how to install or replace an adapter card. Your computer has two standard PCI adapter card slots, one PCI Express x1 adapter card slot, and one PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot.

To install or replace an adapter card:

1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14.

2. At the rear of the computer, press the release button 1 to open the adapter

card latch 2. Remove the appropriate slot cover. If you are replacing an adapter card, remove the adapter card that is currently installed.

Figure 7. Opening the adapter card latch

Notes:

a. The adapter card fits tightly into the adapter card slot. If necessary, alternate

moving each side of the adapter card a small amount until it is removed from the adapter card slot.

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b. If the adapter card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the adapter

card retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch. Grasp the adapter card and then gently pull the adapter card out of the slot.

3. Remove the new adapter card from its static-protective package.

4. Install the adapter card into the appropriate slot on the system board. See

“Locating parts on the system board” on page 11.

5. Pivot the adapter card latch to the closed position to secure the adapter card.

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Figure 8. Closing the adapter card latch

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 45.

Installing or replacing a memory module

Attention

Your computer has four slots for installing or replacing DDR3 DIMMs (double data rate 3 dual inline memory modules) that provide up to a maximum of 8 GB system memory.

When installing or replacing a memory module, use the following guidelines:

v Use 1.8 V, 240-pin, DDR3 DIMMs (double data rate 3 dual inline memory

modules).

v Use 1 GB or 2 GB memory modules in any combination up to a maximum of 8

GB.

Only DDR3 SDRAM DIMMs can be used.

Note:

To install or replace a memory module:

1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14.

2. Remove any parts that might prevent access to the memory slots.

3. Locate the memory slots. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 11.

4. Open the retaining clips.

Figure 9. Opening the retaining clips

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If you are replacing an old memory module, open the retaining clips and remove the memory module being replaced as shown.

Figure 10. Removing the memory module

5. Position the memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch

1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips close.

Figure 11. Installing the 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 45.

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Installing internal drives

This section provides instructions on how to install the internal drives.

Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. Yo u can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and enable your computer to read other types of media. Some of the types of drives that are available for your computer are:

v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) hard disk drives v SATA optical drives, such as CD drives or DVD drives

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Lenovo 6302, 6239, 8494, 7628, 7635 User Manual

Contents

Important safety information

Chapter 1. Product overview

Features

Specifications

Software overview

Software provided with your Windows operating system

Software provided by Lenovo

Lenovo System Toolbox

PC-Doctor for Windows PE

Adobe Reader

Antivirus software

Locations

Locating connectors on the front of your computer

Locating connectors on the rear of your computer

Locating components

Locating parts on the system board

Chapter 2. Installing options and replacing hardware

Handling static-sensitive devices

Installing options and replacing hardware

Installing external options

Removing the computer cover

Removing and installing the front bezel

Installing internal options

Installing or replacing an adapter card

Installing or replacing a memory module

Installing internal drives