Lenovo ThinkCentre A58e User Manual
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- Page 1 ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 3425, 3980, 5214, and 5354...
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- Page 4 Notes 1. The Lenovo personal computer machine types 3425, 3980, 5214, and 5354 are certified to be sold and used only in Japan. All the information in this manual applies only to the foregoing machine types. 2. Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and “Notices,”...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Installing or replacing a memory module . . 14 Diagnostic programs . . 44 Replacing the hard disk drive . . 15 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox . . 44 Replacing the optical drive . . 17 Lenovo System Toolbox . . 44 Replacing the heat sink . - Page 6 User Guide...
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Page 7: Important Safety Information
If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, you can ® obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support... - Page 8 User Guide...
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Page 9: Chapter 1. Product Overview
Connectivity v 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller System management features v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results v Automatic power-on startup v Desktop Management Interface (DMI) v Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) © Copyright Lenovo 2009... - Page 10 v System Management (SM) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) and SM software v Wake on LAN v Wake on Ring (in the Setup Utility program, this feature is called Serial Port Ring Detect for an external modem) Input/Output (I/O) features v Ethernet connector v One optional 9-pin serial port v Six USB (Universal Serial Bus) connectors (two on the front panel and four on the rear panel)
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Page 11: Specifications
This section describes the software provided with your Windows operating system. 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 model type and preinstalled operating system. - Page 12 Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo. Lenovo Welcome: The Lenovo Welcome program introduces some innovative built-in features of Lenovo to you and guides you through some important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer.
- Page 13 See “Lenovo System Toolbox” on page 44 for more information. Note: The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on computers preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo.
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Page 14: Locations
Locations Locating connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the locations of the connectors on the front of your computer. Figure 1. Front connector locations 1 USB connector 3 Headphone connector 2 Microphone connector 4 USB connector User Guide... -
Page 15: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 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. - Page 16 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.
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Page 17: Locating Components
Locating components To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 12. Figure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Front audio and USB assembly 6 Heat sink 2 Hard disk drive 7 System board 3 System fan assembly... -
Page 18: Locating Parts On The System Board
Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board part locations 1 Battery 8 SATA connectors (2) 2 Thermal sensor connector 9 Front USB connector 2 3 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal 10 Front audio connector Oxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper 4 Serial (COM) connector... -
Page 19: Chapter 2. Installing Or Replacing Hardware
You can expand the capabilities of your computer and maintain your computer by installing or replacing hardware. Notes: 1. Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. 2. When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option. -
Page 20: Removing The Computer Cover
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. -
Page 21: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the front bezel. -
Page 22: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. -
Page 23: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive. - Page 24 3. Place your finger on the tab located on the front of the hard disk drive and push upward. Meanwhile, press inward on the side tabs of the bracket and pivot the hard disk drive upward to remove it from the hard disk drive bay. Figure 10.
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Page 25: Replacing The Optical Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. - Page 26 4. Press the blue release button 1 and slide the optical drive out the front of the computer. Figure 13. Removing the optical drive 5. Remove the optical drive retainer 1 from the old optical drive and install it on the side of the new optical drive. Figure 14.
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Page 27: Replacing The Heat Sink
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink. -
Page 28: Replacing The System Fan Assembly
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the system fan assembly. - Page 29 Note: The new system fan assembly comes together with four new rubber mounts: two short rubber mounts and two long rubber mounts. Figure 18. Installing the short rubber mounts 6. Install the two new long rubber mounts by pushing them through the holes on the rear of the chassis.
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Page 30: Replacing The Ac Power Adapter
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the ac power adapter. -
Page 31: Replacing The Keyboard Or Mouse
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard or mouse. -
Page 32: Completing The Parts Replacement
Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables. Depending on the parts you installed or replaced, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program. -
Page 33: Installing Security Features
7. To update your configuration, refer to Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 37. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs). Information about this will come with the CRUs or will come a few days after you received the CRUs. -
Page 34: Password Protection
You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Figure 24. Integrated cable lock Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password. When you turn on your computer, you are prompted to type the password. - Page 35 7. Move the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2). 8. Reinstall the computer cover and connect the power cord. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 24. Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware...
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Page 37: Chapter 3. Recovery Information
On Windows Vista and Windows XP, you can create recovery media using discs only. v To create recovery media on Windows 7, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. -
Page 38: Using Recovery Media
v To create Product Recovery discs on Windows Vista, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Product Recovery Media. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. v To create Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage →... -
Page 39: Performing Backup And Recovery Operations
To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on Windows 7, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. -
Page 40: Using The Rescue And Recovery Workspace
3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. v To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on Windows Vista or Windows XP, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Rescue and Recovery. -
Page 41: Creating And Using Rescue Media
This section provides instructions on how to create rescue media on different operating systems. v To create a rescue medium on Windows 7, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. -
Page 42: Using Rescue Media
4. In the Rescue Media area, select the type of rescue media you want to create. You can create a rescue medium using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 5. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen. v To create a rescue medium on Windows Vista or Windows XP, do the following: 1. -
Page 43: Using A Recovery Repair Diskette
Device drivers for factory-installed devices are located on the computer hard disk drive (usually drive C:) in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS folder. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Other device drivers are on the software media that come with individual devices. -
Page 44: Setting A Rescue Device In The Startup Sequence
WIN98.txt. The TXT file contains information about how to install the device driver. Follow the instructions to complete the installation. v If the device subfolder contains a file with the .inf extension and you want to install the device driver using the INF file, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for the detailed information about how to install the device driver. -
Page 45: Chapter 4. Using The Setup Utility
Have at least eight characters in length and contain at least one alphabetic character and one numeric character v Setup Utility program passwords are not case sensitive v Not be your name or your user name v Not be a common word or a common name © Copyright Lenovo 2009... -
Page 46: Set User Password
v Be significantly different from your previous passwords Set User Password After you have set a user password using the Set User Password option, the user is prompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on. The computer cannot be used until a valid password is typed in. -
Page 47: Selecting A Startup Device
4. Press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press Esc several times. 5. Press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program. Note: If you do not want to save the settings, select Exit → Discard Changes and Exit. -
Page 48: Exiting From The Setup Utility Program
Exiting from the Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings, press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program main menu. You might have to press Esc several times. If you want to save the new settings, press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program. -
Page 49: Chapter 5. Updating System Programs
Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST and 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) disc or an update program that can be run from the operating system. -
Page 50: Updating (Flashing) Bios From Your Operating System
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure. -
Page 51: Chapter 6. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics
Note: If you cannot correct the problem after doing the basic troubleshooting, have the computer serviced. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer for the safety and warranty information and the list of Lenovo Support telephone numbers. Symptom Action... -
Page 52: Diagnostic Programs
2. If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the diagnostic programs, save and print the log files created by the diagnostic programs. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative. -
Page 53: Pc-Doctor For Rescue And Recovery
To run the Lenovo System Toolbox, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information about running the Lenovo System Toolbox, refer to the Lenovo System Toolbox help system. -
Page 54: Cleaning The Mouse
Running the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc This section provides instructions on how to run the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc that you created. To run the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc that you created, do the following: 1. - Page 55 1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage To clean the non-optical mouse, do the following: Note: The following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse. 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3.
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Page 57: Chapter 7. Getting Information, Help, And Service
If the Adobe Reader has not been installed on your computer, a message will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Reader installation. 2. The publications are available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. -
Page 58: Lenovo Welcome
Windows 7 or Windows Vista from Lenovo. The Lenovo Welcome program introduces some innovative built-in features of Lenovo to you and guides you through some important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer. Access Help... -
Page 59: Help And Service
Engineering Change management - There might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that apply to your hardware available. -
Page 60: Using Other Services
For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support and click Support phone list or refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that is provided with your computer. Note: Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. If the number for your country or region is not provided, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. -
Page 61: Appendix. Notices
Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. -
Page 62: Television Output Notice
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 Rescue and Recovery... -
Page 63: Index
23 diagnostics, troubleshooting 43 diskette, creating and using a recovery repair 34 documentation, using 51 drivers, device 25 Lenovo System Toolbox 44 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 44 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 49 Lenovo Web site 50 environment, operating 3 Lenovo Welcome 4... - Page 64 replacing (continued) optical drive 17 media, creating and using recovery media 29 system fan assembly 20 media, creating and using rescue 33 Rescue and Recovery 29 memory module 14 workspace, Rescue and Recovery 32 installing, replacing 14 Rescue and Recovery workspace 32 microphone connector 8 rescue device, startup sequence 36 mouse...
- Page 65 34 rescue media, creating and 33 Setup Utility 37 VGA monitor connector 8 video subsystem 1 viewing and changing settings 37 warranty information 50 Web site, Lenovo 50 workspace, backup and recovery 32 Index...
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- Page 68 Part Number: 71Y6306 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 71Y6306...