Lenovo THINKSTATION S30 (RFCB7FR) Manual

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ThinkStation

User Guide

Machine Types: 0567, 0568, 0569, and 0606

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 B “Notices” on page 107.

First Edition (April 2012)

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

Contents

Important safety information . . . . . .	v
Service and upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . .	v
Static electricity prevention. . . . . . . . . . .	v
Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . .	vi
Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . .	vi
Plugs and outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	vii
External devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	vii
Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . . .	vii
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . .	viii
Modem safety information . . . . . . . . . .	viii
Laser compliance statement . . . . . . . . . .	ix
Power supply statement . . . . . . . . . . . .	ix
Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .	ix

Chapter 1. Product overview . . . . . .	1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4
Software overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	5
Software provided by Lenovo . . . . . . . .	5
Adobe Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Antivirus software. . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators
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
Locating internal drives . . . . . . . . .	12
Machine type and model label. . . . . . .	13

Chapter 2. Using your computer . . .	15
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . .	15
Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
Using Windows shortcut keys . . . . . . .	15
Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . .	16
Using the wheel mouse . . . . . . . . . . .	16
Adjusting audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16
About your computer audio . . . . . . . .	16
Setting the volume from the desktop . . . .	17
Setting the volume from Control Panel . . .	17
Using CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . .	17
Handling and storing CD and DVD media . .	17
Playing a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . .	18
Recording a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . .	18
Chapter 3. You and your computer . .	19

Accessibility and comfort . . . . . . . . . .	19
Arranging your workspace . . . . . . . .	19
Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	19
Glare and lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .	20
Air circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . .	20
Electrical outlets and cable lengths . . . . .	20
Register your computer with Lenovo . . . . . .	21
Moving your computer to another country or
region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	21
Voltage-selection switch . . . . . . . . .	21
Replacement power cords . . . . . . . .	21

Chapter 4. Security . . . . . . . . . .	23
Security features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Locking the computer cover . . . . . . . . .	24
Installing a padlock . . . . . . . . . . . . .	25
Attaching an integrated cable lock . . . . . . .	26
Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	26
BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . .	26
Windows passwords . . . . . . . . . .	27
Using and understanding firewalls . . . . . . .	27
Protecting data against viruses . . . . . . . .	27
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing
hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	29
Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . .	29
Installing or replacing hardware . . . . . . . .	29
Installing external options . . . . . . . .	29
Removing the computer cover. . . . . . .	30
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel . .	31
Installing or replacing a PCI card . . . . . .	32
Installing or replacing a memory module . . .	34
Installing or replacing the optical drive . . .	37
Installing or replacing a hard disk drive . . .	40
Installing or replacing a hard disk drive
enablement module . . . . . . . . . . .	43
Replacing the card reader . . . . . . . .	45
Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . .	47
Replacing the power supply assembly . . .	48
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly . .	51
Replacing the rear fan assembly . . . . . .	53
Replacing the keyboard or mouse . . . . .	54
Completing the parts replacement . . . . .	55
Chapter 6. Recovery information . . .	57
Creating and using recovery media . . . . . .	57
Creating recovery media . . . . . . . . .	57

Using recovery media . . . . . . . . . .	58
Performing backup and recovery operations . . .	58
Performing a backup operation . . . . . .	58
Performing a recovery operation . . . . . .	59
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace . . .	59
Creating and using a rescue medium . . . . . .	60
Creating a rescue medium . . . . . . . .	60
Using a rescue medium . . . . . . . . .	60
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device
drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	61
Reinstalling software programs . . . . . . . .	62
Reinstalling device drivers . . . . . . . . . .	62
Solving recovery problems . . . . . . . . . .	62

Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility
program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	65
Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .	65
Viewing and changing settings . . . . . . . .	65
Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	65
Password considerations . . . . . . . . .	66
Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . .	66
Administrator Password . . . . . . . . .	66
Hard Disk Password. . . . . . . . . . .	66
Setting, changing, and deleting a password .	66
Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing
CMOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	67
Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . . .	67
Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . . . .	67
Selecting a temporary startup device . . . .	68
Selecting or changing the startup device
sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	68
Enabling ErP compliance mode and Deep Sx . .	68
Exiting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .	69

Chapter 8. Configuring RAID . . . . .	71
Configuring RAID with Intel RSTe . . . . . . .	71
Installing SATA or SAS hard disk drives . . .	71
Configuring SATA or SAS RAID functionality with
Intel RSTe configuration utility. . . . . . . . .	72
Entering the Intel RSTe configuration utility . .	72
Quick RAID setup using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS
configuration utility . . . . . . . . . . . . .	73
Installing SATA or SAS hard disk drives . . .	74
Entering the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration
utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	74
Creating RAID volumes using the LSI
MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility . . . .	75
Deleting RAID volumes using the LSI
MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility . . . .	75
Setting the hot spare hard disk drive . . . .	76
Chapter 9. Updating system
programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	77

Using system programs . . . . . . . . . . .	77
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc . . . .	77
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	78
Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure . .	78

Chapter 10. Preventing problems . .	79
Keeping your computer current . . . . . . . .	79
Getting the latest device drivers for your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	79
Updating your operating system . . . . . .	79
Using System Update . . . . . . . . . .	80
Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . .	80
Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	80
Cleaning your computer . . . . . . . . .	81
Good maintenance practices . . . . . . .	82
Moving your computer . . . . . . . . . . .	82
Chapter 11. Troubleshooting and
diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	83
Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . .	83
Troubleshooting procedure . . . . . . . . . .	84
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	84
Audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . .	85
CD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .	86
DVD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .	87
Hard disk drive problems . . . . . . . . .	89
Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . .	89
Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	90
Monitor problems. . . . . . . . . . . .	91
Ethernet problems . . . . . . . . . . .	93
Option problems . . . . . . . . . . . .	94
Performance and lockup problems . . . . .	95
Printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . .	96
Serial port problems. . . . . . . . . . .	97
Software problems . . . . . . . . . . .	97
USB problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .	98
Lenovo Solution Center . . . . . . . . . . .	99
Chapter 12. Getting information, help,
and service . . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Information resources . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools . . . . . . . .	101
Lenovo Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Help and Support. . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Safety and Warranty. . . . . . . . . . .	101
Lenovo Web site . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Lenovo Support Web site. . . . . . . . .	102
Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	102
Using the documentation and diagnostic
programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	102

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Calling for service. . . . . . . . . . . .	102
Using other services . . . . . . . . . .	103
Purchasing additional services . . . . . .	103

Appendix A. System memory
speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	105
Appendix B. Notices. . . . . . . . .	107
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	108
Appendix C. Regulatory
information . . . . . . . . . . . . .	109
Export classification notice . . . . . . . . . .	109
Electronic emissions notices . . . . . . . . .	109
Federal Communications Commission
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . .	109
Appendix D. WEEE and recycling
information . . . . . . . . . . . . .	113

Important WEEE Information . . . . . . . . . 113 Recycling information . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Recycling information for Brazil . . . . . . . . 114 Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . . 114

Battery recycling information for the European

Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) . . . . 117

China RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Turkish RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Ukraine RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 India RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

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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 information in this section and the safety information in the ThinkStation 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 ThinkStation 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 ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide and this ThinkStation User Guide in additional languages.

Service and upgrades

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 prevention

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

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.

Power cords and power adapters

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.

Extension cords and related devices

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

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Plugs and outlets

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

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

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.

External devices

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.

Heat and product ventilation

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.

Operating environment

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.

Modem safety information

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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Laser compliance statement

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.

Power supply statement

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.

Cleaning and maintenance

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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Chapter 1. Product overview

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.

Features

This section introduces the computer features. The information covers a variety of models.

To view the information about your specific model, do one of the following:

•Go into the Setup Utility program by following the instructions in Chapter 7 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 65. Then, select Main System Summary to view the information.

•In the Windows environment, click Start, right-click Computer, and select Properties to view the information.

Microprocessor

Your computer comes with an Intel® Xeon® microprocessor. The processor speed, the number of the available processor cores, and the internal cache vary by machine type.

Memory

Your computer supports up to eight DDR3 ECC UDIMMs (double data rate 3 error correction code unbuffered dual inline memory modules) or DDR3 ECC RDIMMs (double data rate 3 error correction code registered dual inline memory modules).

Internal drives

•Optical drive: DVD-ROM, DVD-R/W, or Blu-ray (optional)

•Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) hard disk drive

Note: To support SAS hard disk drives, an optional SAS hard disk drive enablement module or a RAID-on-Chip (ROC) card is required.

•Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) hard disk drive

•Solid state drive

Video subsystem

•Two Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express x16 graphics card slots on the system board for discrete graphics cards

For more information, see “Locating parts on the system board” on page 11.

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

Connectivity

• 100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller

System management features

•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.

•ErP compliance mode

The energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode reduces the consumption of electricity when your computer is in standby or off mode. For more information, see “Enabling ErP compliance mode and Deep Sx” on page 68.

•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 Active Management Technology (AMT)

Intel Active Management Technology 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 Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (RSTe)

Intel RSTe is a device driver and software solution that provides support for SATA RAID 0, 1, and 5 arrays or SAS RAID 0 and 1 arrays (the hard disk drive enablement module is required) on specific Intel chipset system boards to enhance hard disk drive 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.

•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.

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Input/Output (I/O) features

•One 9-pin serial port

•One or more Digital Video Interface (DVI) or DisplayPort connectors (varies by model)

•One Ethernet connector

•Ten Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 connectors (two on the front panel and eight on the rear panel)

•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)

•Two USB 3.0 connectors on the rear panel

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.

Expansion

•One card reader bay

•Three hard disk drive bays

•Two optical drive bays

•One PCI card slot

•Two PCI Express x4 card slots (one slot is x16 mechanical)

•Two PCI Express x16 graphics card slots

Power supply

Your computer comes with a 610-watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply.

Security features

•Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware

•Cover presence switch (also called intrusion switch) (available in some models)

•Ability to enable or disable a device

•Ability to enable and disable USB 2.0 connectors individually

•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)

•Support for a padlock

•Support for a keylock

•Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

For more information, see Chapter 4 “Security” on page 23.

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 5.

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Preinstalled operating system

Your computer is preinstalled with the Microsoft® Windows® 7 operating system.

Operating system(s), certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model type)

•Red Hat Enterprise Linux®

•Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP 3

Specifications

This section lists the physical specifications for your computer.

Dimensions

Width: 175 mm (6.89 inches)

Height: 478 mm (18.82 inches) (floor to top of handle)

Depth: 460 mm (18.11 inches)

Weight

Maximum configuration as shipped: 16.33 kg (36 lb)

Environment

• Air temperature:

Operating: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)

Storage: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) in original shipping package

Storage: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F) without package

Note: The allowable upper temperature limit decreases by 1°C (1.8°F) for every 300 m (1000 ft) above sea level.

• Humidity:

Operating: 10% to 80% (non-condensing)

Storage: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)

• Altitude:

Operating: -50 to 10 000 ft (-15.2 to 3 048 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

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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Software overview

The computer comes with a preinstalled operating system and several software programs provided by Lenovo.

Software 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.

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.

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

Create Recovery Media	Factory Recovery Disks

Lenovo Solution Center	System Health and Diagnostics

SimpleTap	SimpleTap

ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery®	Enhanced Backup and Restore

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.

Product Recovery

The Product Recovery program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings.

SimpleTap

The SimpleTap program provides you with a quick way to customize some basic computer settings such as muting the speakers, adjusting the volume, locking the computer operating system, launching a program, opening a Web page, opening a file, and so on. You also can use the SimpleTap program to access the Lenovo App Shop, from which you can download various applications and computer software.

To start the SimpleTap program, do any of the following:

•Click Start All Programs SimpleTap.

•Click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools, and double-click SimpleTap.

•Click the red SimpleTap launch point on the desktop. The red launch point is available on the desktop after you have launched the SimpleTap program for the first time.

•Press the blue ThinkVantage button if your keyboard has one.

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Note: The SimpleTap program is only available on certain models preinstalled with the Windows 7 operating system. If your Windows 7 model is not preinstalled with the SimpleTap program, you can download it from http://www.lenovo.com/simpletap.

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.

Lenovo Solution Center

The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum system performance. See “Lenovo Solution Center” on page 99 for detailed information.

Adobe Reader

The Adobe Reader program is a tool used to view, print, and search PDF documents.

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.

Locations

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.

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Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of 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	USB 2.0 connector
3	Microphone connector
4	Headphone connector

5	USB 2.0 connector
6	Hard disk drive activity indicator
7	Power switch
8	Power indicator

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Locating connectors on the rear of your computer

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 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors (optional)

3	Ethernet connector
4	Audio line-in connector

5 DVI monitor connector (number and location vary by model)

6 Audio line-out connector

7 Microphone connector

8 USB 3.0 connectors (2)

9 USB 2.0 connectors (8)

10 Serial port (Serial port 1)

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.
DVI monitor connector	Used to attach a DVI monitor or other devices that use a DVI monitor connector.

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Connector	Description
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.
PS/2 keyboard connector	Used to attach a keyboard that uses a PS/2 keyboard connector. This connector is
(optional)	available when you have an optional PS/2 keyboard and mouse adapter installed
	in your computer.
PS/2 mouse connector	Used to attach a mouse, a trackball, or other pointing devices that use a PS/2
(optional)	mouse connector. This connector is available when you have an optional PS/2
	keyboard and mouse adapter installed in your computer.
Serial port	Used to attach an external modem, a serial printer, or other devices that use a
	9-pin serial port.
USB 2.0 connector	Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 connection, such as a
	keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a printer, or a personal digital assistant (PDA).
USB 3.0 connector	Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection,
	such as a keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a printer, or a personal digital assistant
	(PDA).

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Locating components

Figure 3 “Component locations” on page 10 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 30.

Figure 3. Component locations

1	Heat sink and fan assembly
2	Optical drive bay
3	Card reader bay
4	Front bezel
5	Internal speaker
6	Adapter card guide

7	Hard disk drive or solid state drive
8	Adapter card retainer
9	PCI Express card (installed in some models)

10Memory module(s)

11Rear fan assembly

12Power supply assembly

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Locating parts on the system board

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	PS/2 adapter connector
2	Microprocessor fan connector
3	Microprocessor 12 V power connector
4	Microprocessor
5	Memory fan connector
6	Hard disk drive fan connector
7	Memory slot 3 (DIMM3)
8	Memory slot 7 (DIMM7)
9	Memory slot 4 (DIMM4)

10Memory slot 8 (DIMM8)

11Hard disk drive enablement module (optional)

1224-pin power connector

13Front fan connector

14Internal USB connector

21Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper

22Front USB connector 2 (for connecting the card reader)

23eSATA connector (for connecting eSATA adapter)

24Auxiliary LED connector

25Front panel connector (for connecting LED indicators and power switch)

26Thermal sensor connector

27Front audio connector

28Internal speaker connector

29PCI Express x4 card slot

30PCI card slot

31PCI Express x16 graphics card slot

32PCI Express x4 card slot (x16 mechanical)

33PCI Express x16 graphics card slot

34Rear fan connector

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15	SATA connectors 1 and 2 (SATA 3.0 connectors)
16	SATA connectors 3 and 4 (SATA 2.0 connectors)
17	SATA/SAS connectors for the hard disk drive (3)
18	Hard disk drive LED (LSI)

19Cover presence switch connector (Intrusion switch connector)

20Front USB connector 1 (for connecting USB ports 1 and 2 on the front bezel)

35	4-pin power connector
36	Battery
37	Memory slot 1 (DIMM1)
38	Memory slot 5 (DIMM5)
39	Memory slot 2 (DIMM2)
40	Memory slot 6 (DIMM6)

Locating internal drives

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.

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 “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

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1	Optical drive bay (with an optical drive installed in some models)
2	Optical drive bay
3	Card reader bay
4	Hard disk drive bay or solid state drive bay 1
5	Hard disk drive bay or solid state drive bay 2
6	Hard disk drive bay or solid state drive bay 3

Machine type and model label

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.

Machine Type: XXXX

Model Number: XXX

Figure 6. Machine type and model label

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Chapter 2. Using your computer

This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components.

Frequently asked questions

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/ThinkStationUserGuides

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 57.

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 12 “Getting information, help, and service” on page 101. 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.

Using the keyboard

Your computer comes with a standard keyboard. The Microsoft Windows shortcut keys are provided on the standard keyboard.

This section provides information about the following topics:

•“Using Windows shortcut keys” on page 15

•“Using the blue ThinkVantage button” on page 16

Using Windows shortcut keys

The standard keyboard provides 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.

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.

Using the blue ThinkVantage button

Some keyboards have a blue ThinkVantage button that you can use to open a comprehensive on-board help and information center from Lenovo.

On the Windows 7 operating system, pressing the blue ThinkVantage button opens the SimpleTap program. See “SimpleTap” on page 5 for more information.

Using the wheel mouse

The wheel mouse has the following controls:

1	Primary mouse button
2	Wheel
3	Secondary mouse button

Use this button to select or start a program or menu item.

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 display a menu for the active program, icon, or object.

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.

Adjusting audio

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.

About your computer audio

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. 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.

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Setting the volume from the desktop

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.

Setting the volume from Control Panel

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.

Using CDs and DVDs

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.

Handling and storing CD and DVD media

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.

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•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.

Playing a CD or DVD

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:

1.With the computer on, press the Eject/Load button. When the tray slides out automatically, carefully remove the disc.

2.Close the tray by pressing the Eject/Load button or by gently pushing the tray forward.

Note: If the tray does not slide out of the drive when you press the Eject/Load button, insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency-eject hole located on the front of the DVD drive. Be sure the drive is powered off when using the emergency eject. Use the Eject/Load button instead of the emergency eject except

in an emergency.

Recording a CD or DVD

If your computer comes with a recordable DVD drive, you can use the drive to record CDs or DVDs. To record a CD or DVD, do the following:

1.Click Start All Programs Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition.

2.Follow the instructions on the screen.

For detailed information about using the Corel DVD MovieFactory program, see the help system for the program.

You can also use Windows Media Player to record CDs and data DVDs. For more information, see “Help and Support” on page 101.

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