Lenovo ThinkCentre 3029 User Manual
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Page 1: User Guide
ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 3029, 3054, 3139, 3219, 3246, 3282, 3349, 3421, 3544, 3652, 5384, 5450, 5474, 5498, 5554, 5852, 6232, and 6590... - Page 3 ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 3029, 3054, 3139, 3219, 3246, 3282, 3349, 3421, 3544, 3652, 5384, 5450, 5474, 5498, 5554, 5852, 6232, and 6590...
- Page 4 First Edition (October 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. 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. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Software overview ....Performing a recovery operation ..Software provided by Lenovo ..Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace . . . - Page 6 European conformance CE mark ..Lenovo Welcome ... . Trademarks ....
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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 viii ThinkCentre User Guide...
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Page 9: Chapter 1. Product Overview
• 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 (installed in some models) Connectivity • 100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller • PCI Fax modem (some models) System management features © Copyright Lenovo 2010... - Page 10 • Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results • Automatic power-on startup • Desktop Management Interface (DMI) • Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) (available on some models) • Intel Matrix Storage Manager • Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) • Secure Managed Client (SMC) (some models) •...
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Page 11: 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 12: Software Overview
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 59. ThinkCentre User Guide... -
Page 13: Password Manager
Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is only available on computers with the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo. ThinkVantage Productivity Center The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program guides you to a host of information and tools to help you set up, understand, maintain, and enhance your computer. -
Page 14: Adobe Reader
Lenovo Web site. 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. -
Page 15: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer
Figure 1. Front connector locations USB connector Microphone connector Headphone connector USB connector Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Rear connector locations 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 16 Figure 2. Rear connector locations Microphone connector Voltage-selection switch (some models) Power cord connector Audio line-out connector Serial port Audio line-in connector PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors PCI Express x16 graphics card slot (optional) VGA monitor connector (not applicable on PCI Express x1 card slot some models) DisplayPort connector (not applicable on...
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Page 17: Locating Components
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. -
Page 18: Locating Parts On The System Board
Front audio and USB assembly Power supply assembly PCI card (installed in some models) Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 “System board parts locations” on page 10 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations 4-pin power connector Front panel connector Microprocessor... -
Page 19: Locating Internal Drives
eSATA connector PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector Power fan connector 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. Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives: •... - Page 20 ThinkCentre User Guide...
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Page 21: Chapter 2. Installing Or Replacing Hardware
Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support 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. Installing external options You can connect external options to your computer, such as external speakers, a printer, or a scanner. -
Page 22: Removing The Computer Cover
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “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. CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing the computer cover. -
Page 23: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel
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. To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following: 1. - Page 24 This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. Your computer has two standard PCI card slots, one PCI Express x1 card slot, and one PCI Express x16 graphics card slot. To install or replace a PCI card, do the following: 1.
- Page 25 Figure 9. Removing a PCI card Notes: a. The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot. 5. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package. 6.
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Page 26: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module
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. Your computer has four slots for installing or replacing DDR3 DIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 16 GB system memory. - Page 27 5. Open the retaining clips. Figure 11. 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 12. Removing a memory module 6.
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Page 28: Installing Or Replacing The Optical Drive
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 the optical drive. To install or replace an optical drive, do the following: 1. - Page 29 Figure 14. Removing the optical drive 5. Install the optical drive retainer on the side of the new optical drive. Figure 15. Installing the optical drive retainer 6. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay from the front of the computer until the optical drive snaps into position.
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Page 30: Replacing The Battery
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “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 ThinkCentre User Guide... - Page 31 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). A battery keeps this information active when you turn off the computer. The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however, no battery lasts forever.
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Page 32: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly
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 power supply assembly. To replace the power supply assembly, do the following: 1. -
Page 33: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly
Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 10. Reconnect the power supply assembly cables to the system board and each of the drives. 11. Secure the power supply assembly cables with the cable clips and ties in the chassis. What to do next: •... -
Page 34: Replacing The Primary Hard Disk Drive
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “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 ThinkCentre User Guide... - Page 35 This section provides instructions on how to replace the primary hard disk drive if your computer has one. For computer models that do not have an internal hard disk drive and use a remote hard disk drive accessed through the SMC - Storage Array, contact your network or storage administrator. To replace the primary hard disk drive, do the following: 1.
- Page 36 Figure 23. Installing the hard disk drive into the bracket 10. Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive cage until it snaps into position. 11. Align the drive cage pivot pin with the slot in the upper drive cage and slide the hard disk drive cage into the chassis.
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Page 37: Replacing The Secondary Hard Disk Drive
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 Note: Depending on your model type, your computer might come with a secondary hard disk drive bay for installing or replacing a secondary hard disk drive. - Page 38 Figure 26. Installing the hard disk drive into the bracket 10. Slide the new hard disk drive into the hard disk drive cage until it snaps into position. 11. Install the hard disk drive cage into the chassis until it snaps into position underneath the metal tab. Make sure that the hard disk drive cage release button is secured in the chassis.
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Page 39: Replacing The Front Fan Assembly
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 front fan assembly. Note: Not all computers have the front fan assembly. -
Page 40: Replacing The Rear Fan Assembly
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 rear fan assembly. To replace the rear fan assembly, do the following: 1. - Page 41 3. Locate the rear fan assembly. See “Locating components” on page 9. 4. Disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the system fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 10. 5. The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear fan assembly by breaking or cutting the rubber mounts and gently pulling the rear fan assembly out of the chassis.
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Page 42: Replacing The Front Audio And Usb Assembly
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 front audio and USB assembly. -
Page 43: Replacing The Internal Speaker
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 internal speaker. Note: Not all computers have the internal speaker. - Page 44 2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14. 3. Locate the internal speaker connector on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 10. 4. Disconnect the internal speaker cable from the system board. 5.
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Page 45: Replacing The Keyboard Or Mouse
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. To replace the keyboard or mouse, do the following: 1. -
Page 46: Completing The Parts Replacement
Figure 35. Connecting the USB keyboard or mouse What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 38. Completing the parts replacement After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables. -
Page 47: Installing Security Features
9. To update your configuration, 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 48: Padlock
The cable lock also locks the buttons used to remove the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order an integrated cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Figure 37. -
Page 49: Password Protection
Figure 38. Installing a padlock 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. - Page 50 9. Reinstall the computer cover and connect the power cord. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 38. ThinkCentre User Guide...
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Page 51: Chapter 3. Recovery Information
“creating Product Recovery discs.” • 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 52: Using Recovery Media
• 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 53: Performing A Recovery Operation
• To perform a recovery 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 54: Creating And Using A Rescue Medium
• Restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk drive to the factory default settings. If you have multiple partitions on your hard disk drive, you have the option to restore the factory default settings to the C: partition and leave the other partitions intact. -
Page 55: 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 56: Solving Recovery Problems
2. Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to display the directory structure of your hard disk drive. 3. Go to the C:\SWTOOLS directory. 4. Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are several subfolders named for various devices installed in your computer, such as AUDIO or VIDEO. 5. -
Page 57: Chapter 4. Using The Setup Utility Program
• Have at least eight characters in length • Contain at least one alphabetic character and one numeric character • Setup Utility program and hard disk drive passwords are not case sensitive © Copyright Lenovo 2010... -
Page 58: Power-On Password
• Not be your name or your user name • Not be a common word or a common name • Be significantly different from your previous passwords Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, you are prompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on. -
Page 59: Selecting A Startup Device
2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Devices. 3. Depending on the device you want to enable or disable, do one of the following: • Select USB Setup to enable or disable a USB device. • Select ATA Drive Setup to enable or disable an internal or external SATA device. 4. - Page 60 ThinkCentre User Guide...
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Page 61: Chapter 5. 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 62: 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. To update (flash) the BIOS from your operating system, do the following: 1. -
Page 63: Chapter 6. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics
Note: If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. For a list of service and support telephone numbers, refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer or go to the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. Symptom... -
Page 64: Diagnostic Programs
Toolbox program to test devices, diagnose computer problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and view system information. • To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ System Health and Diagnostics. Follow the instructions on the screen. -
Page 65: Pc-Doctor For Rescue And Recovery
PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery The PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace on each Lenovo computer. Use the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program if you are unable to start the Windows operating system. -
Page 66: Cleaning An Optical Mouse
Note: You can insert the disc into the optical drive when you are setting the startup device sequence. However, if you insert the disc into the optical drive when you have already entered the operating system, you need to restart the computer to access the diagnostic program. 3. -
Page 67: Chapter 7. 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://www.lenovo.com/support Notes: 1. -
Page 68: Lenovo Welcome
Note: The Lenovo Welcome program is only available on computers that have an internal hard disk drive, a preinstalled Windows 7 or Windows Vista operating system, and preinstalled software programs from Lenovo. -
Page 69: Help And Service
Most computers come with a set of diagnostic programs that help you identify hardware problems. For instructions on using the diagnostic programs, see “Diagnostic programs” on page 56. You can also get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates from Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support... -
Page 70: Using Other 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 71: Appendix A. 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 72: Television Output Notice
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. European conformance CE mark Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo Personal System/2... -
Page 73: Index
DisplayPort connector Input/Output (I/O) features documentation, using installing drivers, device device drivers drives installing options © Copyright Lenovo 2010... - Page 74 (POST) Power-On, Password productivity center, ThinkVantage keyboard connector programs, updating system keyboard, replacing protection, password purchasing additional services Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Lenovo Web site rear connectors Lenovo Welcome 5, 60 rear fan assembly, replacing locating components...
- Page 75 (flashing) the BIOS USB connector using a rescue medium, creating and diagnostic programs documentation other services passwords Setup Utility VGA monitor connector video subsystem viewing and changing settings warranty information Web site, Lenovo workspace, backup and recovery © Copyright Lenovo 2010...
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- Page 78 Part Number: 71Y7146 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 71Y7146 *71Y7146*...