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.
Locations This chapter provides illustrations to help locate the various connectors, controls, and components of the computer. Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the location of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer.
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of 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.
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Connector Description Standard mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector. Standard keyboard Used to attach a keyboard that uses a standard keyboard connector connector. Parallel connector Used to attach a parallel printer, parallel scanner, or other devices that use a 25-pin parallel connector.
Locating components To open the computer cover, see “Removing the cover” on page 11. Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations Microprocessor fan and heat PCI adapter connector sink Memory modules PCI Express x1 adapter connector Battery Cover presence (Intrusion) switch...
Identifying parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the location of parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations 4-pin power connector Power fan connector System fan connector Front panel connector Microprocessor fan connector Internal speaker connector Microprocessor and heat sink Front USB connector 2 Memory connector 1...
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6. Press the cover-release button on the side of the cover and slide the computer cover to the rear to remove. Figure 5. Removing the computer cover Removing and replacing the front bezel This section provides instructions on how to remove and replace the front bezel. 1.
2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivoting the bezel outward. Carefully set the bezel to the side without disconnecting the power switch and LED assembly cable. Figure 6. Removing the front bezel 3.
v Use 512 MB, 1.0 GB, or 2.0 GB memory modules in any combination up to a maximum of 8.0 GB. Note: Only DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs can be used. To install a memory module: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 11. Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side.
To install a PCI adapter: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 11. 2. At the rear of the computer, press the release button 1 to open the adapter latch 2 and remove the slot cover. Figure 9.
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5. Pivot the adapter latch to the closed position to secure the adapters. Figure 10. Closing the adapter latch What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,”...
Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing 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 to enable your computer to read other types of media.
Figure 11 shows the location of the drive bays. Figure 11. Drive bay locations The following list describes the types and size of drives that you can install in each bay: 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) v Optical drive such as CD drive or DVD drive (preinstalled in some models) v 5.25-inch hard disk drive...
2. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and replacing the front bezel” on page 12. Note: Notice the spare retainer bracket 1 attached to the side of the upper drive cage. Figure 12. Locating the spare retainer bracket 3. Remove the metal static shield from the drive bay using your fingers to pull it outward.
8. Install the 5.25-inch drive or the adapter bracket and 3.5-inch drive into the bay. Figure 14. Installing a new drive 9. To reinstall the bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot it inward until it snaps into position on the left side.
What to do next v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 45. Replacing the battery Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration).
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instruction on how to replace the power supply.
6. Install the four screws to secure the power supply. Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 7. Reconnect the power supply connectors to the system board. 8. Reconnect a power supply connector to each of the drives.
5. Pivot the handle 1 to release the heat sink clamp and then disengage the clamp from the plastic retention bracket. Figure 19. Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Note: You might have to gently twist the heat sink to free it from the microprocessor.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the primary hard disk drive.
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4. Press the blue release tab 1 down, slide the hard drive cage 2 back, and pivot it outward. Figure 21. Removing the primary hard disk drive 5. Remove the hard disk drive cage from the chassis by simply sliding it outward.
8. To install the new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align the pins 1 through 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive. Figure 22.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
This section provides instructions on how to replace the secondary hard disk drive. Important When you receive a new hard disk drive, you also receive a set of Product Recovery discs. The set of Product Recovery discs will enable you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the same state as when your computer was originally shipped from the factory.
8. To install the new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align the pins 1 through 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive. Figure 25.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace an optical drive.
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide...
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Chapter 3. Installing options and replacing hardware...
This section provides instructions on how to replace a memory module. Note: Your computer has support for four memory modules. 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 11. Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on its side. 2.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a PCI adapter.
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3. Remove the new adapter from its static-protective package. 4. Install the new adapter into the same adapter connector. Figure 34. Install a new PCI adapter 5. Ensure the adapter is fully seated into the adapter connector. 6. At the rear of the computer, pivot the adapter latch to the closed position to secure the adapter.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the rear fan assembly.
4. The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear fan assembly by gently pulling it out of the chassis. Figure 37. Removing the rear fan assembly 5. Install the new rear fan assembly by aligning the rubber mounts of the rear fan assembly with the holes on the chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace the internal speaker. 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 11.
4. Push the metal tab on the top of the internal speaker outward and slide the internal speaker upward to completely remove it from the chassis. Figure 39. Removing the internal speaker 5. Position the new speaker into the metal clips and push downward on the speaker until it snaps into position.
Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. To obtain a copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. This section provides instructions on how to replace a keyboard.
3. Locate the mouse connector. Note: Your mouse might be connected to a standard mouse connector 1 or a USB connector 2 . Depending on where your mouse is connected, see “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 6 or “Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer”...
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6. To update your configuration, see ″Using the Setup Utility″ in the User Guide. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective CRU. Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.
See Figure 44. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many laptop computers. You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/ and search on Kensington.
Padlock Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop such that the cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Figure 45. Installing a padlock Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password.
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3. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3). 4. Replace the computer cover and connect the power cord. See Chapter 4, “Completing the parts replacement,” on page 45. 5.
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Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo...
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Part Number: 45C6347 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 45C6347...
Chapter 9, “Getting information, help, and service,” on page 41 provides ® information about the wide variety of helpful resources available from Lenovo v Appendix A, “Manual modem commands,” on page 45 provides commands for manually programming your modem.
Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter placed over the screen might be helpful. However, these filters might affect the clarity of the image on the screen; try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing glare.
Connecting your computer Use the following information when connecting your computer. v Look for the small connector icons on the back of your computer. Match the connectors to the icons. v If your computer cables and connector panel have color-coded connectors, match the color of the cable end with the color of the connector.
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3. Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse connector. 4. Connect the monitor cable to the monitor connector on the computer. v If you have a Video Graphics Array (VGA) Standard monitor, connect the cable to the connector as shown. Note: If your model has two monitor connectors, be sure to use the connector on the graphics adapter.
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5. If you have a modem, connect the modem using the following information. L IN L I N L I N L IN This illustration shows the two connections on the back of the computer that are needed to set up your modem. In the United States and other countries or regions that use the RJ-11 telephone outlet, attach one end of the telephone cable to the telephone and the other end to the telephone connector on the back of the computer.
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7. If you have powered speakers with an ac adapter: a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers, if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. b. Connect the ac adapter cable to the speaker. c. Connect the speakers to the computer. d.
1 USB Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB connection, such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner, printer, or personal digital assistant (PDA). 2 Serial Use this connector to attach an external modem, serial printer, or other device that uses a 9-pin serial connector. 3 S-video Use this connector to attach a television set that has an S-Video connector.
Finishing the software installation Important Read the license agreements carefully before using the programs on this computer. These agreements detail your rights, obligations, and warranties for the software on this computer. By using these programs, you accept the terms of the agreements. If you do not accept the agreements, do not use the programs.
Your computer comes with antivirus software you can use to detect and eliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your hard disk drive with a free 90-day subscription. After 90 days, you must get a new virus definition.
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Internal drives v Diskette drive (some models) v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA II) internal hard disk drive v Optical drive (some models) Video subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) and Digital Visual Interface (DVI) monitor (dual display supported) v PCI Express (x16) graphics adapter connector on the system board Audio subsystem v High Definition (HD) with Realtek ALC662...
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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 Web site of the operating system vendor.
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. For machine types: 7057, 7062, 7092, 9342, 9344, 9354, 9426, 9486, 9624, 9707, 9787, 9804, 9945 Dimensions Width: 331 mm (13 in.) Height: 104 mm (4.1in.) Depth: 412 mm (16.2 in.) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs) For machine types: 7061, 7090, 9353, 9421, 9485, 9623, 9625, 9705, 9786, 9795, 9935,...
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For all machine types Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Non-operating: -40° to 60°C (-40° to 140°F) Humidity: Operating: 10% to 80% (10% per hour, non condensing) Non-operating: 10% to 90% (10% per hour) Maximum altitude: Operating: -50 to 10,000 ft (-15.2 to 3048 m) Non-operating: -50 to 35,000 ft (-15.2 to 10.668) Electrical input...
(applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes and other updates). Some examples of software that you would like to keep updated are programs provided by Lenovo, such as the Rescue and Recovery program and the Productivity Center program.
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Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Acrobat Reader is a tool used to view, print, and search PDF documents. See “Online Books folder” on page 41 for more information about accessing the online books and the Lenovo Web site. User Guide...
v Contain at least one alphabetic character, one numeric character, and one symbol v Contain at least one of the following symbols: , . / ` ; ' [] v You can also use the space bar v Setup Utility program and hard disk drive passwords are not case sensitive v Not be your name or your user name v Not be a common word or a common name v Be significantly different from your previous password...
3. Select Security Profile by Device. 4. Select the desired devices and settings and press Enter. 5. Return to the Setup Utility program menu and select Exit and then Save Settings or Save and exit the Setup Utility. Note: If you do not want to save the settings, select Exit the Setup Utility without saving.
Exiting from the Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program menu (you might have to press Esc several times). If you want to save the new settings, select Save Settings or Save and exit the Setup Utility. Otherwise, your changes will not be saved.
Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST/BIOS. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com. Instructions for using the POST/BIOS updates are available in a .txt file that is included with the update files. For most models, you can download either an update program to create a system-program-update (flash) diskette or an update program that can be run from the 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. From your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the address field and press Enter. 2. Locate the Downloadable files for your machine type as follows: a.
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.
PC-Doctor for DOS Depending upon your machine type and model, you have either PC- Doctor for DOS or PC-Doctor for Windows PE on your Lenovo computer. The PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace and runs independently of the Windows operating system.
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3. Repeatedly press and release the F11 key as you turn on the computer. 4. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, stop pressing the F11 key. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. Note: For some models, press the Esc key to enter Rescue and Recovery. 5.
PC-Doctor for Windows PE Depending upon your machine type and model, you either have PC-Doctor for DOS or PC-Doctor for Windows PE on your Lenovo computer. The PC-Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace.
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 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers...
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11. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 12. Turn your computer back on. Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics...
Chapter 8. Recovering software This chapter will help you become familiar with recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. This chapter explains how and when to use the following recovery methods: v Creating and using Product Recovery discs v Performing backup and 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. To use Product Recovery discs on Windows Vista, do the following: Attention: When you restore the factory contents from the Product Recovery discs, all files currently on the hard disk drive will be deleted and replaced by the original factory contents.
For information about performing a restore operation from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, see “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace.” Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected, hidden area of your hard disk drive that operates independently from the Windows operating system. This enables you to perform recovery operations even if the Windows operating system cannot be started.
v For information about other features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace, click Help. Notes: 1. After restoring a hard disk drive to the original factory contents you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See “Recovering or installing device drivers”...
1. Start your computer and operating system. 2. Using an Internet browser, go to the following Web address: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-54483 3. Insert a diskette into diskette drive A. Information on the diskette will be erased and the diskette will be formatted appropriately.
The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices also are available on the World Wide Web at http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/. To reinstall a device driver for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. Start your computer and operating system.
Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Before you start the Rescue and Recovery program from a CD, DVD, 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.
Acrobat Reader installation. 2. The publications that are preinstalled on your computer are available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/ support/. 3. If you want to install a different language version of Adobe Acrobat Reader than the version provided on your computer, go to the Adobe Web site at http://www.adobe.com and download the version you want to use.
The Lenovo Web site (www.lenovo.com) provides information and services to help you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer. You can access up-to-date information for your computer on the Lenovo Web site. From the www.lenovo.com Web site, you can also: v Shop for: –...
For instructions on using the diagnostic programs, see “Diagnostic programs” on page 26. Lenovo maintains pages on the World Wide Web where you can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates. To access these pages, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/ and follow the instructions.
Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com. User Guide...
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Command Function Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy Display product-identification code Factory ROM checksum test Internal memory test Firmware ID Reserved ID Low speaker volume Low speaker volume Medium speaker volume High speaker volume Internal speaker off Internal speaker on until carrier detected Internal speaker always on...
Extended AT commands Command Function &C_ &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 Turn on CD when remote carrier is present &D0 &D_ 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...
Command Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W_ &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile as Profile 1 Disable auto-retrain 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,...
Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n Data/Fax Auto Answer +FCLASS=n Service Class +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC framing Receive data +FRM=n +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.
+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. Voice commands Select Baud Rate #BDR #CID Enable Caller ID detection and reporting format Select Data, Fax or Voice/Audio #CLS #MDL?
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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.
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Lenovo Logo...