ThinkCentre User Guide
Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide for this product and Appendix B, “Notices,” on page 43. Third Edition (October 2008) © Copyright Lenovo 2008. All rights reserved. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.
Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Chapter 1. Important safety information 1 Chapter 2. Features and specifications . 3 Features . . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . 5 Chapter 3. Software overview . . . . . 7 Software provided with your Windows operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Software provided by Lenovo . . . . . . PC Doctor for Windows, PC Doctor for Windows PE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adobe Reader . . . . . . . .
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Introduction This ThinkCentre User Guide contains the following information: v Chapter 1, “Important safety information,” on page 1 provides information about where to find safety information for this product. v Chapter 2, “Features and specifications,” on page 3 provides information about your computer features and specifications. v Chapter 3, “Software overview,” on page 7 provides information on the operating system and software applications that might be preloaded on your computer.
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Chapter 1. Important safety information CAUTION: Before using this manual, it is important that you 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.
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Chapter 2. Features and specifications This chapter provides an introduction to your computer features and specifications. 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 for your specific model, use the Setup Utility. See Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 9.
v Wake on Ring (in the Setup Utility program, this feature is called Serial Port Ring Detect for an external modem) v Remote Administration v Automatic power-on startup v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results Input/output features v 25-pin Extended Capabilities Port (ECP)/Extended Parallel Port (EPP) v 9-pin serial port v USB connectors (two on the front panel and the number of the rear panel USB connectors varies by model) v Standard
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® Note: Windows Vista might not be available or supported in all countries or regions.
For machine types: 6176, 6179, 7064, 7094, 9349, 9356, 9357, 9439, 9488, 9702, 9708, 9709, 9789, 9851, 9948 Dimensions Width: 175 mm (6.9 inches) Height: 402 mm (15.8 inches) Depth: 440 mm (17.
Chapter 3. Software overview The computer is manufactured with a preloaded operating system, Windows Vista, and several preloaded applications. Software provided with your Windows operating system This section describes the Windows applications included with this product. 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.
PC Doctor for Windows, PC Doctor for Windows PE The diagnostic programs are preinstalled from the factory on your hard disk drive. Two diagnostic programs are available to assist you in diagnosing hardware problems. PC-Doctor for Windows works through the Windows operating system to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled settings that can cause hardware failures. The PC-Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace.
Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, the operating-system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility program. Starting the Setup Utility program To start the Setup Utility program, do the following: 1. If your computer is already on when you start this procedure, shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2.
Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 16 characters (A-Z, a-z and 0-9). For security reasons, it is a good idea to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised.
To enable or disable a device, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 9. 2. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Device. 3. Select Floppy Drive Setup or ATA Drives Setup. 4. Select the desired devices and settings and press Enter. 5. Return to the Setup Utility program menu, select Exit and then Save Changes and Exit. Note: If you do not want to save the settings, select Discard Changes and Exit or Discard Changes.
Advanced settings On some computer models, the Advanced menu includes a setting to enable or disable HyperThreading. This feature works only with HyperThreading-aware operating systems, such as Windows Vista and Windows XP. The default setting for HyperThreading is Enabled. However, if you select Set Defaults and are using an operating system other than Windows Vista or Windows XP, your computer performance might be degraded.
Chapter 5. Updating system programs This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update failure. Using system programs System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer. They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Utility program. POST is a set of tests and procedures that is performed each time you turn on your computer.
6. When prompted to change the machine type/model, press Y. 7. Type in the seven character machine type/model of your computer and then press Enter. 8. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Due to the constant improvements made to the Web site, Web page content (including the links referenced in the following procedure) is subject to change. 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2.
Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes some basic troubleshooting and diagnostic programs. If your computer problem is not described here, see Chapter 8, “Getting information, help, and service,” on page 31 for additional troubleshooting resources. Basic troubleshooting The following table provides information to help you troubleshoot your computer problem. Symptom Action The computer does not start when you press the power button.
Symptom Action The keyboard does not work. The computer does not respond to the keyboard. Verify that: v The computer is turned on. v The monitor is turned on and the brightness and contrast controls are set correctly. v The keyboard is securely connected to the keyboard connector on the computer. v No keys are stuck. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced.
v PC-Doctor for DOS or PC-Doctor for Windows PE, depending upon your machine type and model (used when your Windows operating system will not start) Notes: 1. You can download the latest version of the PC-Doctor for Windows or PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic programs from: http://www.lenovo.com/support Type your machine type into the Use Quick Path field and click Go to find the downloadable files that are specific to your computer. 2.
1. Make sure your computer is turned off. 2. If you are running diagnostics from diskettes using a USB diskette drive, plug in the USB device. 3. Insert the disc into the optical drive or the first diagnostic diskette into the diskette drive. 4. Restart the computer. Note: If the diagnostic program does not start, the optical drive or diskette drive has not been set as a bootable device. See “Selecting a startup device” on page 11 for instructions on how to select or change the startup device. 5.
Running diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace You can run the PC-Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program from the Rescue and Recovery workspace. To run diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, use the following procedure: 1. Shut down the operating system and turn off the computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F11 key as you turn on the computer. 3. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, stop pressing the F11 key. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. 4.
Non-optical mouse The non-optical mouse uses a ball to navigate the pointer. If the pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse, you might need to clean the mouse. To clean the non-optical mouse: Note: The following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse. 1 2 3 4 Retainer ring Ball Plastic rollers Ball cage To clean a mouse with a ball, follow the instructions below: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3.
11. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 12. Turn your computer back on. Chapter 6.
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Chapter 7. Recovering software This chapter will help you become familiar with recovery solutions provided by Lenovo.
v Windows Vista: Use Product Recovery discs to restore your computer to the original factory contents only. When using Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, you are given the option to enter the Rescue and Recovery workspace and choose from a variety of recovery operations. When using Product Recovery discs on Windows Vista, you are prompted to insert your Product Recovery discs and are guided through the process of restoring from original factory contents only.
v v v v On On On On a second hard disk drive installed in your computer an externally attached USB hard disk drive a network drive recordable disc (a recordable CD or DVD drive is required for this option) After you have backed up your hard disk drive, you can restore the complete contents of the hard disk drive, restore selected files only, or restore only the Windows operating system and applications. To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following: 1.
the Rescue and Recovery workspace operates independently from the Windows operating system, you can restore the factory contents even if you cannot start the Windows operating system. Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory contents, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C) will be deleted in the recovery process. If possible, make copies of important files.
To create rescue media, do the following: 1. Click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Recovery Media. 2. In the Rescue Media area, select the type of rescue media you want to create. You can create rescue media using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a second internal hard disk drive. 3. Click OK. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen.
2. Insert the Recovery Repair diskette into diskette drive. 3. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If the repair operation finishes without error, you will be able to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace by repeatedly pressing the F11 key while you restart your computer. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key. You will also be able to access the Windows environment after the repair operation finishes.
Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Before you start the Rescue and Recovery program from a disc, USB hard disk drive, or any external device, you must first change the startup sequence in the Setup Utility. To view or change the startup sequence, do the following: 1. With the computer turned off, repeatedly press and release the F1 key while you turn on the computer. 2. When the logo screen appears, or you hear a series of beeps, release the F1 key. 3.
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Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and service This chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance for products manufactured by Lenovo. Information resources This section describes how to access useful resources relating to your computing needs. Online Books folder The Online Books folder provides publications to help you set up and use your computer. The Online Books folder is preinstalled on your computer and requires no Internet access to view the publications.
v System Update v Service and support Note: ThinkVantage Technologies are only available on select Lenovo computers. To access the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Productivity Center. Access Help The Access Help online help system provides information about getting started, doing basic tasks, customizing settings for your personal preference, protecting data, expanding and upgrading, and troubleshooting.
Help and service This section contains information about obtaining help and service. Using the documentation and diagnostic programs If you experience a problem with your computer, see Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting and diagnostics,” on page 15. For information on additional resources to help you troubleshoot your computer problem, see “Information resources” on page 31.
If possible, be at your computer when you call.
Appendix A. Manual modem commands The following section lists commands for manually programming your modem. Commands are accepted by the modem while it is in Command Mode. Your modem is automatically in Command Mode until you dial a number and establish a connection. Commands can be sent to your modem from a PC running communication software or any other terminal devices. All commands sent to the modem must begin with AT and end with ENTER.
Command Function H1 Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy I_ L_ M_ I0 Display product-identification code I1 Factory ROM checksum test I2 Internal memory test I3 Firmware ID I4 Reserved ID L0 Low speaker volume L1 Low speaker volume L2 Medium speaker volume L3 High speaker volume M0 Internal speaker off M1 Internal speaker on until carrier detected M2 Internal speaker always on M3 Internal speaker on until carrier detected and off while d
Extended AT commands Command Function &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 Turn on CD when remote carrier is present &D0 Modem ignores the DTR signal &D1 Modem returns to Command Mode after DTR toggle &D2 Modem hangs up, returns to the Command Mode after DTR toggle &D3 Resets modem after DTR toggle &F_ &F Recall factory default configuration &G_ &G0 Guard tone disabled &G1 Guard tone disabled &G2 1800 Hz guard tone &K0 Disable flow control &K3 Enable RTS/CTS hardware flow
Command Function &W_ %E_ &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile as Profile 1 %E0 Disable auto-retrain %E1 Enable auto-retrain +MS? Displays the current Select Modulation settings +MS=? Displays a list of supported Select Modulation options +MS=a,b,c,e,f Select modulation where: a=0, 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 12, 56, 64, 69; b=0-1; c=300-56000; d=30056000; e=0-1; and f=0-1. A, b, c, d, e, f default=12, 1, 300, 56000, 0, 0.
Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n Data/Fax Auto Answer +FCLASS=n Service Class +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC framing +FRM=n Receive data +FRS=n Receive silence +FTH=n Transmit data with HDLC framing +FTM=n Transmit data +FTS=n Stop transmission and wait Fax Class 2 commands +FCLASS=n Services class. +FAA=n Adaptive answer. +FAXERR Fax error value. +FBOR Phase C data bit order. +FBUF? Buffer size (read only). +FCFR Indicate confirmation to receive. +FCLASS= Service class.
+FPHCTO Phase C time out. +FPOLL Indicates polling request. +FPTS: Page transfer status. +FPTS= Page transfer status. +FREV? Identify revision. +FSPT Enable polling. +FTSI: Report the transmit station ID.
Attention Switzerland User: If your Swisscom phone line does not have Taxsignal switched OFF, modem function may be impaired. The impairment may be resolved by a filter with the following specifications: Telekom PTT SCR-BE Taximpulssperrfilter-12kHz PTT Art. 444.112.7 Bakom 93.0291.Z.N Appendix A.
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Appendix B. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. Television output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory-installed television-output feature.
Index A access help 32 administration, password advanced settings 12 AT commands basic 35 extended 37 audio subsystem 3 documentation, using 10 33 E environment, operating 6 Ethernet 3 exiting, setup utility 12 expansion adapters 4 B F backup and recovery operations 24 basic trouble shooting 15 BIOS, updating (flashing) 13, 14 books folder, online 31 boot-block recovery 14 failure, recovering from POST/BIOS fax class 1 commands 39 fax class 2 commands 39 features 3 specifications 3 flashing BIOS 13 f
MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44, commands modem commands basic AT 35 Extended AT 37 fax class 1 39 fax class 2 39 manual 35 MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.
V video subsystem 3 viewing and changing settings voice, commands 40 9 W warranty information 32 Web site, Lenovo 32 workspace, backup and recovery 25 Index 47
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