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  • Page 3 ThinkStation User Guide...
  • Page 4 First Edition (June 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.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Locating parts and connectors on the system Chapter 5. Configuring RAID ..57 board . 11 Configuring RAID for machine types 4262, 4263, 4264, and 4265 . . 57 Chapter 2. Installing or replacing Installing SATA hard disk drives .
  • Page 6 Information resources . . 71 Purchasing additional services . . 74 Online Books folder . 71 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools . . 71 Appendix A. System memory speed . . 75 Lenovo Welcome . 72 Safety and warranty . 72 Appendix B. Notices ..77 Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com).

  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkStation 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...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Product Overview

    75 for the information on the supported system memory speed for your computer model. Internal drives v One Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) optical drive v Three SATA hard disk drives or Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) hard disk drives © Copyright Lenovo 2010...
  • Page 10 Video subsystem v Two Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express x16 card slots on the system board for discrete graphics cards (varies by model type) Audio subsystem v Integrated high-definition (HD) audio v Microphone connector and headphone connector on the front panel v Eight audio connectors on the rear panel –...
  • Page 11 1. 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: Specifications

    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 13 Windows 7 operating system 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 14: Locating Computer Controls, Connectors, And Parts

    Locating computer controls, connectors, and parts This section provides information to help you locate your computer controls, connectors, and parts. Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the locations of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer.

  • 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.
  • Page 17 Connector Description Optical SPDIF in Used to receive 5.1 digital audio signals from an external device connector (such as a receiver or a multimedia device) through a TOSLINK (ToshibaLink) optical cable. Optical SPDIF out Used to send 5.1 digital audio signals from a computer to an connector external device (such as an amplifier or a receiver) through a TOSLINK optical cable.

  • Page 18: Locating Components

    Locating components Figure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To remove the computer cover and access the inside of the computer, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 13. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Memory modules 7 Hard disk drives (3) 2 Heat sink and fan assembly 2 8 Power supply assembly...

  • Page 19: Locating Parts And Connectors On The System Board

    Locating parts and connectors on the system board Note: Your computer comes with one of the following system boards. Figure 4 shows the locations of the parts and connectors on one type of system board. Figure 4. System board part and connector locations 1 CPU 1 memory slots (6) 19 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper...
  • Page 20 Figure 5 shows the locations of the parts and connectors on the other type of system board. Figure 5. System board part and connector locations 1 CPU 1 memory slots (3) 18 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper 2 CPU 1 memory fan connector 19 Thermal sensor connector 3 Microprocessor 2...

  • Page 21: Chapter 2. Installing Or Replacing Hardware

    You can maintain your computer or expand the capabilities of 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 22 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. To remove the computer cover, do the following: 1.

  • Page 23: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel

    Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation 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: Removing And Reinstalling The Pci Card Holder

    “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the PCI card holder.

  • Page 25: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module

    Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. Depending on your model, your computer has six or 12 slots for installing or...
  • Page 26 v Use 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, or 16 GB RDIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of 96 GB or 192 GB of system memory. v Always install DIMMs in the numerical order printed on the system board (DIMM1, DIMM2, DIMM3, and so on).
  • Page 27 memory fan cable from the system board, remove the blue shipping clip, press inward on the two tabs 1 , pivot the fan duct, and then disengage the rear of the fan duct. Note: Not all computer models have the memory fan duct and blue shipping clip.
  • Page 28 Notes: a. If your computer has 12 memory slots on the system board, you might have to use more force to remove the memory modules installed in memory slots 1 and 2 . 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 1 .
  • Page 29 8. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the key 2 in the memory slot. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips close.

  • Page 30: Installing Or Replacing A Pci Card

    Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. Your computer has the following six expansion slots for installing or replacing PCI...
  • Page 31 b. If the card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the card retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch. Grasp the card and then gently pull it out of the slot. 5. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package. 6.

  • Page 32: Installing A New Hard Disk Drive

    “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a new hard disk drive into your computer.
  • Page 33 7. Connect one end of the signal cable that comes with the new hard disk drive to the rear of the new hard disk drive. Note: The signal cable will be different depending on whether you are installing a SATA hard disk drive or a SAS hard disk drive. Figure 19.
  • Page 34 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 User Guide...
  • Page 35 9. Locate one of the extra five-wire power cables and connect it to the new hard disk drive. Note: You might need to disconnect power cables for other hard disk drives installed in your computer and then rotate the air flow wall outward for easier access to the rear of the new hard disk drive.

  • Page 36: Replacing A Hard Disk Drive

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

  • Page 37: Replacing The Optical Drive

    Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. To replace the optical drive, do the following: 1.
  • Page 38 4. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the optical drive, press the blue release button 1 as shown, and then slide the optical drive out of the computer. Figure 24. Removing the optical drive 5.

  • Page 39: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support 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 40 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 41 7. Follow this sequence to remove the four screws that secure the heat sink and fan assembly to the system board: a. Partially remove screw 1 , then fully remove screw 2 , and then fully remove screw 1 . b.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Front Fan Assembly

    Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation 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 43 5. Disconnect the front fan assembly cable from the front fan connector on the system board. See “Locating parts and connectors on the system board” on page 11. 6. Press the two tabs 1 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.
  • Page 44 7. Insert the two tabs 1 on the new front fan assembly bracket into the corresponding holes in the chassis, and then press the two tabs through the holes until the bracket is secured in place. Figure 30. Installing the new front fan assembly bracket 8.

  • Page 45: Replacing The Rear Fan Assembly

    Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the rear fan assembly. Note: Your computer supports two rear fan assemblies.
  • Page 46 7. 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. Figure 31. Removing the rear fan assembly 8.

  • Page 47: Replacing The Keyboard Or Mouse

    Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware...

  • Page 48: Completing The Parts Replacement

    This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard or mouse. To replace the keyboard or mouse, do the following: 1. Remove any media from the drives. Then, turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 3.

  • Page 49: Obtaining Device Drivers

    Setup Utility program. Refer to Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility program,” on page 53. 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 50: Basic Security Features

    Basic security features There are several security options available to help you prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer. In addition to physical locks, you can also prevent unauthorized use of your computer by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is typed in.

  • Page 51: Password Protection

    You can order an integrated cable lock from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Your computer comes with a keylock 3 , which was built into the computer cover. The keys for the computer cover are attached to the rear of the machine. For security, store the keys in a secure place when you are not using them.
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  • Page 53: Chapter 3. Recovery Information

    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 54: Using Recovery Media

    v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows XP operating system, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Recovery Media. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media on different operating systems.

  • Page 55: Performing Backup And Recovery Operations

    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 56: Using The Rescue And Recovery Workspace

    v To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows XP operating system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2.

  • Page 57: 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 58: Using A Rescue Medium

    v To create a rescue medium on the Windows XP operating system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Recovery Media. The Create Rescue and Recovery Media window opens. 2. In the Rescue Media area, select the type of the rescue medium you want to create.

  • Page 59: Solving Recovery Problems

    Other device drivers are on the software media that come with individual devices. To install or reinstall the device driver for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. Turn on the computer.
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  • Page 61: Chapter 4. Using The Setup Utility Program

    By using the Setup Utility program, you can set a password to prevent unauthorized access to your computer and data. The following options are available to help you set an administrator password or a user password: v Set Administrator Password v Set User Password © Copyright Lenovo 2010...

  • Page 62: Password Considerations

    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. Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 12 (1 to 12) alphabetic and numeric characters.

  • Page 63: Enabling Or Disabling A Device

    Enabling or disabling a device This section provides instructions on how to enable or disable user access to a 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.

  • Page 64: Viewing Or Changing The Startup Device Sequence

    2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. Select the desired startup device on the Startup Device Menu and press Enter to begin. Note: Selecting a startup device on the Startup Device Menu does not permanently change the startup device sequence.

  • Page 65: Copyright Lenovo

    Windows environment. For information about configuring RAID in a Linux environment, contact your Linux software provider. Configuring RAID for machine types 4262, 4263, 4264, and 4265 This section contains information about the required number of SATA hard disk drives for the supported level of RAID and SATA RAID configuration for machine types 4262, 4263, 4264, and 4265.

  • Page 66: Creating Raid Volumes

    5. Press F10 to save the new settings and exit the Setup Utility program. 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.

  • Page 67: Configuring Raid For Machine Types 4266, 4269, 4271, And 4272

    Configuring RAID for machine types 4266, 4269, 4271, and 4272 This section contains information about the required number of SATA or SAS hard disk drives for the supported level of RAID and SATA or SAS RAID configuration for machine types 4266, 4269, 4271, and 4272. Note: Your computer must have either all SATA hard disk drives or all SAS hard disk drives installed.

  • Page 68: Configuring The Marvell Bios Setup To Set An Optional Hot Spare Hard Disk Drive

    4. Use the arrow keys and the Enter key to select each free hard disk drive that you want to include in the array. 5. Select Next and press Enter. 6. From the Create array menu, select RAID level and press Enter. Note: Only the valid RAID levels will be active.
  • Page 69 3. From the RAID Config menu, select Delete array. 4. Use the arrow keys and the Enter key to select the array you want to delete from the list. 5. Use the arrow keys to select Next and press Enter. 6.
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  • Page 71: Chapter 6. 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 and BIOS updates are available in a TXT file that is included with the update files.

  • Page 72: 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 73 9. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computer and monitor to electrical outlets. Refer to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 40. 10. Turn on the computer and the monitor. Insert the POST/BIOS update (flash) disc into the optical drive.
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  • Page 75: 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 Action...

  • Page 76: Diagnostic Programs

    To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → System Health and Diagnostics.

  • Page 77: Pc-Doctor For Dos

    PC-Doctor for DOS You can also download the latest version of the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program from http://www.lenovo.com/support. The PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program runs independently of the Windows operating system. Use the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program if you are unable to start the Windows operating system.
  • Page 78 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3. Turn the mouse upside down to view the lens. a. If there is a smudge on the lens, gently clean the area with a plain cotton-tipped swab. b.

  • Page 79: Chapter 8. Getting Information, Help, And Service

    PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Reader installation. 2. The publication is available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. If you want to install a different language version of the Adobe Reader...

  • Page 80: Lenovo Welcome

    Windows 7 operating system 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. Safety and warranty...

  • Page 81: Calling For Service

    You must retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty service. 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 ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that is provided with your computer.

  • Page 82: 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 User Guide...

  • Page 83: Appendix A. System Memory Speed

    Intel 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 800 MHz Xeon E5540 Intel 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 800 MHz Xeon E5620 Intel 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 800 MHz Xeon E5630 © Copyright Lenovo 2010...
  • Page 84 Table 1. System memory speed (continued) Intel 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 1066 800 MHz Xeon E5640 Intel 1333 1066 1066 1333 1066 1066 1066 800 MHz Xeon X5550 Intel 1333 1066 1066 1333 1066 1066 1066 800 MHz Xeon X5560 Intel...

  • Page 85: Appendix B. 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 86: Television Output Notice

    European conformance CE mark 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...

  • Page 87: Index

    50 keyboard, replacing 39 diagnostic programs, troubleshooting 67 diagnostics programs, using 72 documentation, using 72 drivers, device 41 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 68 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 71 Lenovo Web site 72 environment, operating 4 eSATA connector 8 Ethernet 2 Ethernet connector 8...
  • Page 88 selecting (continued) temporary startup device 55 notice, television output 78 serial port 9 notices 77 service and help 72 Customer Support Center 73 getting 71 services Online Books folder 71 other 73 operations, backup and recovery 47 purchasing additional 74 optical mouse Set Administrator Password 54 cleaning 69...
  • Page 89 72 Web site, Lenovo 72 workspace, backup and recovery 48 Index...
  • Page 90 User Guide...
  • Page 92 Part Number: 89Y7306 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 89Y7306...

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