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Lenovo THINK STATION 4262 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    ThinkStation User Guide Machine Types: 4262, 4263, 4264, 4265, 4266, 4269, 4271, and 4272...
  • Page 2 ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide and Appendix B “Notices” on page 73. Third Edition (December 2011) © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011. 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ....57 Performing a recovery operation ..Using system programs ... © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 4 Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating Lenovo Welcome ... . system ....

  • Page 5: 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://support.lenovo.com. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 6 ThinkStation User Guide...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1. Product Overview

    • Three SATA hard disk drives or Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) hard disk drives Video subsystem • Two Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express x16 card slots on the system board for discrete graphics cards (varies by model type) © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 8 Audio subsystem • Integrated high-definition (HD) audio • Microphone connector and headphone connector on the front panel • Eight audio connectors on the rear panel – Audio line-in connector – Audio line-out front speaker connector – Audio line-out rear speaker connector –...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    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.

  • Page 10: Software Overview

    This section provides information about 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 11: Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox

    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. For more information, see “Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools” on page 65. Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is only available on computers with the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo.

  • Page 12: Locating Computer Controls, Connectors, And Parts

    See “Online Books folder” on page 65 for more information about accessing and viewing the publications. 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 computer with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates.

  • Page 13: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 “Rear connector locations” on page 7 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.

  • Page 14: Locating Components

    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.

  • Page 15: Locating Parts And Connectors On The System Board

    Figure 3. Component locations Memory modules Hard disk drives (3) Heat sink and fan assembly 2 Power supply assembly Optical drive bracket PCI card Optical drive Heat sink and fan assembly 1 Front fan assembly bracket Rear fan assemblies (2) Hard disk drive bay Locating parts and connectors on the system board Note: Your computer comes with one of the following system boards.
  • Page 16 Figure 4. System board part and connector locations CPU 1 memory slots (6) Clear Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) /Recovery jumper CPU 1 memory fan connector Thermal sensor connector CPU 2 12 V power connector Cover presence switch connector Microprocessor 2 Personal System/2 (PS/2) keyboard and mouse connector 24-pin power connector Internal speaker connector...
  • Page 17 Figure 5 “System board part and connector locations” on page 11 shows the locations of the parts and connectors on the other type of system board. Figure 5. System board part and connector locations CPU 1 memory slots (3) Clear Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) /Recovery jumper CPU 1 memory fan connector Thermal sensor connector...
  • Page 18 SATA connectors (4) Microprocessor 1 Battery ThinkStation User Guide...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2. 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 And Reinstalling The Front Bezel

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the front bezel.

  • Page 21: Removing And Reinstalling The Pci Card Holder

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the PCI card holder.
  • Page 22 5. Press the two tabs that secure the PCI card holder inward, and then pivot the card holder to remove it from the chassis. Figure 8. Removing the PCI card holder 6. To reinstall the PCI card holder into the chassis, insert the two tabs into the corresponding holes in the chassis, and then pivot the PCI card holder downward until the front of the card holder snaps into position.

  • Page 23: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module.
  • Page 24 • If your computer has only one CPU installed, be sure to install memory modules only in the memory slots adjacent to that CPU. • If your computer has two CPUs installed, install equal numbers of memory modules in both sets of CPU DIMM slots for maximum performance.
  • Page 25 Figure 11. Removing the memory fan duct 7. Open the retaining clips as shown. Figure 12. Opening the retaining clips If you are replacing an old memory module, open the retaining clips and gently pull the memory module out of the memory slot. Figure 13.
  • Page 26 b. If your computer has six memory slots on the system board, you might have to use more force to remove the memory module installed in memory slot ThinkStation User Guide...

  • Page 27: Installing Or Replacing A Pci Card

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. Your computer has the following...
  • Page 28 • Two PCI card slots • One PCI Express x1 card slot • One PCI Express x4 card slot (x16 mechanical) • Two PCI Express x16 card slots To install or replace a PCI card, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

  • Page 29: Installing A New Hard Disk Drive

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to install a new hard disk drive into your computer.
  • Page 30 6. To install a new hard disk drive into the bracket, flex the sides of the bracket properly and align pin , pin , and pin on the bracket with the corresponding holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board on the hard disk drive.
  • Page 31 8. Slide the new hard disk drive with the bracket and the signal cable into the hard disk drive bay until it snaps into position. Figure 21. Installing a new hard disk drive 9. Locate one of the extra five-wire power cables and connect it to the new hard disk drive. Chapter 2 Installing or replacing hardware...

  • Page 32: Replacing A Hard Disk Drive

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to replace a hard disk drive. To replace a hard disk drive, do the following: 1.

  • Page 33: Replacing The Optical Drive

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. To replace the optical drive, do the following:...
  • Page 34 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 13. 3.

  • Page 35: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com CAUTION: The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover.
  • Page 36 • If you are replacing heat sink and fan assembly 1, go to step 6. • If you are replacing heat sink and fan assembly 2, do the following: a. Remove the optical drive. See “Replacing the optical drive” on page 27. b.
  • Page 37 Figure 28. Removing the heat sink and fan assembly 8. Carefully lift the heat sink and fan assembly off the system board. Notes: a. You might have to gently twist the heat sink and fan assembly to free it from the microprocessor. b.

  • Page 38: Replacing The Front Fan Assembly

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly. Note: Not all computers have the front fan assembly.
  • Page 39 6. Press the two tabs that attach the front fan assembly bracket to the chassis toward each other as shown and then completely remove the front fan assembly bracket from the chassis. Figure 29. Removing the front fan assembly bracket Chapter 2 Installing or replacing hardware...

  • Page 40: Replacing The Rear Fan Assembly

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to replace the rear fan assembly. Note: Your computer supports two rear fan assemblies.
  • Page 41 To replace the rear fan assembly, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer. 2.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Keyboard Or Mouse

    ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://support.lenovo.com This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard or mouse. To replace the keyboard or mouse, do the following: 1.

  • Page 43: Completing The Parts Replacement

    4. Connect a new keyboard or mouse to one of the USB connectors on the computer. Depending on where you want to connect the new keyboard or mouse, see “Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer” on page 6 or “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 7. Figure 33.

  • Page 44: Obtaining Device Drivers

    Setup Utility program. Refer to Chapter 4 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 49. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU). Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.

  • Page 45: Locking Devices

    This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order an integrated cable lock from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://support.lenovo.com...

  • Page 46: Password Protection

    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. The computer cannot be used until a valid password is typed in. Refer to Chapter 4 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 49 for more information.

  • Page 47: Chapter 3. Recovery Information

    On the Windows XP operating system, you can create recovery media using discs only. • To create recovery media on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 48: Performing Backup And Recovery Operations

    • On the Windows 7 operating system, you can use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings only. You can use recovery media to put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed. Attention: When you use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings, all the files currently on the hard disk drive will be deleted and replaced by the factory default settings.

  • Page 49: Performing A Backup Operation

    • To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system, 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 50: 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 you cannot start the Windows operating system. You can perform the following recovery operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace: •...

  • Page 51: Creating And Using A Rescue Medium

    • To create a rescue medium on the Windows 7 operating system, 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 52: Installing Or Reinstalling Device Drivers

    Device drivers for factory-installed devices are located on the computer hard disk drive (usually drive C::) in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS subdirectory. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://support.lenovo.com. Other device drivers are on the software media that come with individual devices.
  • Page 53 information about temporarily or permanently changing the startup device sequence. For more information about the Setup Utility program, see Chapter 4 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 49. It is important to create a rescue medium and a set of recovery media as early as possible and store them in a safe place for future use.
  • Page 54 ThinkStation User Guide...

  • Page 55: Chapter 4. Using The Setup Utility Program

    • Set Administrator Password • Set User Password You do not have to set a password to use your computer. However, using a password improves computing security. If you decide to set a password, read the following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...

  • Page 56: Password Considerations

    Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 12 (1 to 12) alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strong password, use the following guidelines: Note: The Setup Utility program passwords are not case sensitive.

  • Page 57: Selecting A Startup Device

    USB Support Use this option to enable or disable USB connectors. ICH SATA When this feature is set to Disabled, any optical drives or eSATA devices are disabled and will not be displayed in the system configuration. Marvell SATA/SAS controller When this feature is set to Disabled, all internal hard disk drives are disabled and will not be displayed in the system configuration.

  • Page 58: Advanced Settings

    3. Select the startup devices for the Primary Startup Sequence, the Automatic Startup Sequence, and the Error Startup Sequence. 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 the new settings and exit the Setup Utility program. Notes: a.

  • Page 59: Chapter 5. Configuring Raid

    2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Devices ➙ IDE Drives Setup and press Enter. 3. Select SATA RAID Enable and press Enter. 4. Select Enabled and press Enter. 5. Press F10 to save the new settings and exit the Setup Utility program. © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...

  • Page 60: Creating Raid Volumes

    Creating RAID volumes This section describes how to use the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM configuration utility to create RAID volumes. 1. Press Ctrl+I when prompted to enter the Intel Matrix Storage Manager option ROM configuration utility. 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to select Create RAID Volume and press Enter. 3.

  • Page 61: Installing Sata Or Sas Hard Disk Drives

    Installing SATA or SAS hard disk drives Your computer must have the minimum number of SATA or SAS hard disk drives installed for the supported level of RAID below: • RAID Level 0 – Striped disk array – Two hard disk drives minimum –...

  • Page 62: Configuring The Marvell Bios Setup To Set An Optional Hot Spare Hard Disk Drive

    Configuring the Marvell BIOS Setup to set an optional hot spare hard disk drive To configure the Marvell BIOS Setup to set an optional hot spare hard disk drive, do the following: 1. Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+M when prompted to enter the Marvell BIOS Setup. 2.

  • Page 63: Chapter 6. Updating System Programs

    Utility program by starting your computer with a system-program-update disc or running a special update program from your operating system. 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 and BIOS updates are available in a TXT file that is included with the update files.

  • Page 64: Updating (Flashing) The Bios From Your Operating System

    Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure.
  • Page 65 16. Turn on the computer and remove the disc from the optical drive. Chapter 6 Updating system programs...
  • Page 66 ThinkStation User Guide...

  • Page 67: Chapter 7. Troubleshooting And Diagnostic Programs

    Note: If you cannot solve the problem after doing the basic troubleshooting, have the computer serviced. Refer to the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer for the safety and warranty information and the list of Lenovo Support telephone numbers. Symptom...

  • Page 68: Diagnostic Programs

    2. If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the programs, save and print the log files created by the programs. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

  • Page 69: Pc-Doctor For Rescue And Recovery

    • To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the Windows XP operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information about running the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, refer to the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox help system.

  • Page 70: Cleaning An Optical Mouse

    3. Insert the diagnostic disc into the optical drive. 4. Select the optical drive with the diagnostic disc as the startup device and press Enter. The diagnostic program opens. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen to run the desired diagnostic test. For additional help, press the F1 key.

  • Page 71: Chapter 8. Getting Information, Help, And Service

    Internet access to view the publication. To view the publication, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Online Books ➙ Online Books, then double-click the publication for your computer. The publication is also available on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com Notes: 1.

  • Page 72: Safety And Warranty

    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. Safety and warranty The ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer contains information about safety, warranty, service and support phone numbers, CRUs, and other notices and information resources.

  • Page 73: Using Other Services

    • 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 74: Purchasing Additional Services

    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...

  • Page 75: Appendix A. System Memory Speed

    E5504, E5506, E5507 Intel Xeon E5603, E5606, E5607, E5520, E5530, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB 1 to 3 1066 MHz E5540, E5620, E5630, E5640 Intel Xeon E5645, E5649, 1333 MHz X5550, X5560, X5570, © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 76 Table 3. DIMM type and speed: PC3-10600R (continued) Number of DIMMs DIMM size (capacity) installed per Microprocessor model Memory frequency microprocessor bank X5650, X5660, X5667, X5670, X5672, X5675 Table 4. DIMM type and speed: PC3-8500R Number of DIMMs DIMM size (capacity) installed per Microprocessor model Memory frequency...
  • Page 77 Table 6. DIMM type and speed: PC3-8500U Number of DIMMs DIMM size (capacity) installed per Microprocessor model Memory frequency microprocessor bank Intel Xeon E5502, E5503, 800 MHz E5504, E5506, E5507 Intel Xeon E5603, E5606, E5607, E5520, E5530, E5540, E5620, E5630, E5640, E5645, X5647, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB 1 to 6...
  • Page 78 Table 8. DIMM type and speed: PC3-8500R Number of DIMMs DIMM size (capacity) installed per Microprocessor model Memory frequency microprocessor bank Intel Xeon E5502, E5503, 800 MHz E5504, E5506, E5507 Intel Xeon E5603, E5606, E5607, E5520, E5530, E5540, E5620, E5630, E5640, E5645, E5649, 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB 1 to 6...

  • Page 79: Appendix B. Notices

    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. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 80: Television Output Notice

    The emission notices information is available in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo Rescue and Recovery...

  • Page 81: Index

    Lenovo Solution Center environment, operating Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox eSATA connector Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Ethernet Lenovo Web site Ethernet connector exiting, Setup Utility program expansion external options, installing media, creating and using recovery media © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 82 memory module resources, information installing, replacing system board Microphone connector mouse, replacing safety safety information security enabling or disabling notice, television output features 3, 38 notices integrated cable lock selecting startup device temporary startup device serial port Online Books folder service operations, backup and recovery and help...
  • Page 83 Setup Utility program video subsystem viewing and changing settings warranty information Web site, Lenovo workspace, backup and recovery © Copyright Lenovo 2010, 2011...
  • Page 84 ThinkStation User Guide...
  • Page 86 Part Number: 89Y7306 (1P) P/N: 89Y7306 *89Y7306*...

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