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Machine Types:0804, 0809, 0811, 0822, 0825, 0828, 0830,

0833, 0837, 0843, 0845, 0847, and 0849


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Note

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety andWarranty Guide and Notices, on page 75.

First Edition (August 2010)

Copyright Lenovo 2010.

LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense andare sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restrictedrights to use, reproduction and disclosure.

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are deliveredpursuant a General Services Administration GSA contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictionsset forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.


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Contents

Important safety information . . . . . . v

Chapter 1. Product overview . . . . . . 1Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Software overview . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Software provided with your Windows operatingsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Locating connectors, controls, and indicators onthe front of your computer . . . . . . . . 7Locating connectors and parts on the rear of yourcomputer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Locating components . . . . . . . . . . 10Locating parts on the system board . . . . . 11Locating internal drives . . . . . . . . . 12

Chapter 2. Installing or replacinghardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . . 13Installing or replacing hardware . . . . . . . 13

Installing external options . . . . . . . . 14Removing the computer cover . . . . . . . 14Removing and reinstalling the front bezel . . . 15Accessing the system board components anddrives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Installing or replacing a PCI card . . . . . . 18Installing or replacing a memory module . . . 20Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . . 22

Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly . . . 24Replacing the microprocessor . . . . . . . 27Replacing the power supply assembly . . . . 30Replacing the optical drive . . . . . . . . 35Replacing the hard disk drive . . . . . . . 38Replacing the front fan assembly . . . . . . 41Replacing the USB keyboard or mouse . . . . 44Completing the parts replacement . . . . . . 44

Obtaining device drivers . . . . . . . . . . 45Basic security features . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Integrated cable lock . . . . . . . . . . 46Padlock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47Password protection . . . . . . . . . . 47Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing

CMOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Chapter 3. Recovery information . . . 49Creating and using recovery media . . . . . . 49

Creating recovery media . . . . . . . . . 49Using recovery media . . . . . . . . . . 50

Performing backup and recovery operations . . . 51Performing a backup operation. . . . . . . 51Performing a recovery operation . . . . . . 51

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace . . . . 52Creating and using a rescue medium . . . . . . 53

Creating a rescue medium . . . . . . . . 53

Using a rescue medium . . . . . . . . . 54Installing or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 55

Solving recovery problems . . . . . . . . . 55

Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utilityprogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Starting the Setup Utility program. . . . . . . 57Viewing or changing settings . . . . . . . . 57Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Password considerations . . . . . . . . . 58Power-on password . . . . . . . . . . 58Administrator password . . . . . . . . . 58Setting, changing, or deleting a password . . . 58

Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . . . 59Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . . . . 59

Selecting a temporary startup device . . . . . 59

Viewing or changing the startup device sequence 60Exiting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . . 60

Chapter 5. Updating system programs 61Using system programs . . . . . . . . . . 61Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc . . . . 61Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operatingsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Recovering from a POST and BIOS update failure 62

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting anddiagnostic programs. . . . . . . . . 65Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Diagnostic programs . . . . . . . . . . . 66Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox . . . . . . . 66PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 66PC-Doctor for DOS . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Cleaning an optical mouse . . . . . . . . . 68

Chapter 7. Getting information, help,and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Information resources . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Online Books folder . . . . . . . . . . 69Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools . . . . . . . . 69ThinkVantage Productivity Center . . . . . . 70Lenovo Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Access Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Safety and warranty . . . . . . . . . . 70Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com). . . 71

Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Using the documentation and diagnosticprograms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Calling for service . . . . . . . . . . . 71Using other services . . . . . . . . . . 72Purchasing additional services . . . . . . . 73

Appendix. Notices . . . . . . . . . . 75Television output notice . . . . . . . . . . 76

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European conformance CE mark . . . . . . . 76Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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Important safety information

CAUTION:Before using this manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safety

information for this product. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guidethat you received with this product for the latest safety information. Readingand understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injuryand or damage to your product.

If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, you canobtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo Support Website at:http://www.lenovo.com/support

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Chapter 1. Product overview

This chapter provides information about the computer features, specifications,preinstalled software programs, and locations of connectors, components, parts on

the system board, and internal drives.

This chapter contains the following topics:

v Features: This section provides information about the computer features.

v Specifications on page 4: This section lists the physical specifications for yourcomputer.

v Software overview on page 4: This section provides information about thesoftware programs provided with your computer.

v Locations on page 7: This section provides information to help you locate yourcomputer connectors, components, parts on the system board, and internaldrives.

Features

This section provides information about the computer features.

System informationThe following information covers a variety of models. For information aboutyour specific model, use the Setup Utility program. See Chapter 4, Using theSetup Utility program, on page 57.

Microprocessor

Your computer comes with one of the following microprocessors (internal cachesize varies by model type):

v Intel Celeron microprocessor

v Intel Celeron dual-core microprocessor

v Intel Core2 Duo microprocessor

v Intel Core 2 Quad microprocessor

v Intel Pentium dual-core microprocessor

Memory module(s)

v Supports up to two double data rate 3 dual inline memory modules (DDR3DIMMs)

Internal drives

v Card reader (available in some models)

v Optical drive

v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) hard disk drive

Video subsystem

v Integrated graphics card functioning through a Video Graphics Array (VGA)connector

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v Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express x16 graphics card slot on thesystem board for a discrete graphics card

Audio subsystem

v Integrated high-definition (HD) audio

v Headphone connector and microphone connector on the front panel

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Audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and microphone connector onthe rear panel

Connectivity

v 10/100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller

System management features

v Ability to store the power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results

v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)

v Automatic power-on startup

v Desktop Management Interface (DMI)

v

Intel Trusted Execution Technology (Intel TXT)v Preboot Execution Environment (PXE)

v System Management (SM) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) and SM software

v Wake on LAN (WOL)

v Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)(WMI is the infrastructure for management data and operations on Windowsoperating systems.)

Input/Output (I/O) features

v 9-pin serial port (one standard and one optional)

v Ethernet connector

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Six Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors(two USB connectors on the front panel and four USB connectors on the rearpanel)

v Three audio connectors on the rear panel(audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and microphone connector)

v Two audio connectors on the front panel(headphone connector and microphone connector)

v VGA monitor connector on the rear panel

For more information, refer to Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on thefront of your computer on page 7 and Locating connectors and parts on the rearof your computer on page 8.

Expansionv One hard disk drive bay

v One optical drive bay

v One PCI Express x1 card slot

v One PCI Express x16 graphics card slot

v One slim card reader drive bay

v Two PCI card slots

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Power supplyYour computer comes with one of the following power supplies:

v 240-watt universal input power supply

Security features

v A power-on password and an administrator password to deter unauthorized use

of your computerv Computrace

v Cover presence switch (also called intrusion switch) (available in some models)

v Enabling or disabling SATA devices

v Enabling or disabling the serial port

v Enabling or disabling USB connectors

v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (shipped with some models)

v Startup sequence control

v Startup without keyboard or mouse

v Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock. SeeIntegrated cable lock on page 46 for more information.)

v Support for the addition of a padlock (see Padlock on page 47 for moreinformation)

Preinstalled software programsYour computer is preinstalled with some software programs to help you workmore easily and securely. For more information, see Software overview on page4.

Preinstalled operating systemYour computer is preinstalled with one of the following operating systems:

v Microsoft Windows 7

v Microsoft Windows Vista

v Microsoft Windows XP Professional(preinstalled through downgrade rights in Windows 7 Professional or WindowsVista Business)

Operating system(s), certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model type)

v Linux

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 thismanual. This list is subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested for compatibility, check theWeb site of the operating system vendor.

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Specifications

This section lists the physical specifications for your computer.

Dimensions

Width: 99 mm (3.9 inches)

Height: 335 mm (13.19 inches)

Depth: 382 mm (15.04 inches)

Weight

Maximum configuration as shipped: 6.6 kg (14.55 lbs)

Environment

Air temperature:

Operating: 10 to 35C (50 to 95F)

Non-operating: -40 to 60C (-40 to 140F)

Non-operating: -10 to 60C (14 to 140F) (without package)

Humidity:

Operating: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)

Non-operating: 20% to 90% (non-condensing)Altitude:

Operating: -50 to 10 000 ft (-15.2 to 3 048 m)

Non-operating: -50 to 35 000 ft (-15.2 to 10 668 m)

Electrical input

Input voltage:

Low range:

Minimum: 100 V ac

Maximum: 127 V ac

Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz

Voltage-selection switch setting: 115 V ac

High range:

Minimum: 200 V ac

Maximum: 240 V ac

Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz

Voltage-selection switch setting: 230 V ac

Software overview

The computer comes with a preinstalled operating system and several preinstalledapplications.

Software provided with your Windows operating systemThis section provides information about the software provided with your Windowsoperating system.

Software provided by LenovoThe following software programs are provided by Lenovo to help you improveproductivity and reduce the cost associated with maintaining your computer.Software programs provided with your computer might vary depending on yourmodel type and preinstalled operating system.

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Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program guidesyou to a host of information sources and provides easy access to various tools tohelp you work more easily and securely. For more information, see LenovoThinkVantage Tools on page 69.

Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is only available on computerswith the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo.

ThinkVantage Productivity Center: The ThinkVantage Productivity Centerprogram guides you to a host of information sources and tools to help you set up,understand, and maintain your computer, and enhance your computerperformance. For more information, see ThinkVantage Productivity Center onpage 70.

Note: The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program is only available oncomputers preinstalled with the Windows Vista operating system or theWindows XP operating system from Lenovo.

Lenovo Welcome: The Lenovo Welcome program introduces some innovativebuilt-in features of Lenovo to you and guides you through some important setup

tasks to help you make the most of your computer.

Note: The Lenovo Welcome program is only available on computers preinstalledwith the Windows 7 operating system or the Windows Vista operatingsystem from Lenovo.

Product Recovery: The Product Recovery program enables you to restore thecontents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings.

ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery: The ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery

(RnR) program is a one button recovery and restore solution that includes a set ofself-recovery tools to help you diagnose computer problems, get help, and recoverfrom system crashes, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

Password Manager: The Password Manager program automatically captures andfills in authentication information for Windows applications and Web sites.

Note: The Password Manager program is only available on computers preinstalledwith the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo.

ThinkVantage Client Security Solution: The ThinkVantage Client SecuritySolution (CSS) program helps you protect your information, including vitalsecurity information like passwords, encryption keys, and electronic credentials,while guarding against unauthorized user access to data.

Note: The ThinkVantage Client Security Solution program is only available oncomputers preinstalled with the Windows Vista operating system or theWindows XP operating system from Lenovo.

Power Manager: The Power Manager program provides convenient, flexible, andcomplete power management for your ThinkCentre computer. By using the PowerManager program, you can adjust your power settings to achieve the best balance

between system performance and power saving.

ThinkVantage System Update: The ThinkVantage System Update (TVSU)program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date bydownloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device



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drivers, BIOS updates, and other third party applications). Some examples ofsoftware that you should keep updated are programs provided by Lenovo, such asthe Rescue and Recovery program and the ThinkVantage Productivity Centerprogram.

Fingerprint Software: The integrated fingerprint reader provided on somekeyboards works with the Fingerprint Software program to enable you to enroll

your fingerprint and associate it with your Windows password. As a result,fingerprint authentication can replace your password and enable simple and secureuser access. A fingerprint reader keyboard is available with certain computers orcan be purchased for computers that support this option.

Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolboxThe Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer,improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get familiar with theinnovative technologies provided by Lenovo, and get more information about yourcomputer. For more information, see Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox on page 66.

PC-Doctor for Rescue and RecoveryThe PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program is preinstalled on

your ThinkCentre computer as part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace to helpyou diagnose hardware problems. It can also report operating-system-controlledsettings that interfere with the correct operation of your system. Use the PC-Doctorfor Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program if you are unable to start theWindows operating system. For more information, see PC-Doctor for Rescue andRecovery on page 66.

Adobe ReaderThe Adobe Reader program is a tool used to view, print, and search PDFdocuments.

See Online Books folder on page 69 for more information about accessing andviewing the publications.

Antivirus softwareYour computer comes with antivirus software that you can use to detect andeliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on yourcomputer with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew thelicense to continue receiving the antivirus software updates.

For more information about how to use your antivirus software, refer to the helpsystem of your antivirus software.

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Locations

This section provides information to help you locate your computer connectors,components, parts on the system board, and internal drives.

Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of

your computerFigure 1 shows the locations of the connectors, controls, and indicators on the frontof your computer.

1 Optical drive eject/close button 5 USB connector2 Power switch 6 Microphone connector3 Hard disk drive activity indicator 7 Headphone connector4 Power indicator 8 USB connector

Figure 1. Front connector, control, and indicator locations



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Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computerFigure 2 shows the locations of the connectors and parts on the rear of yourcomputer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to helpyou determine where to connect the cables on your computer.

1 Power cord connector 7 Audio line-in connector2 Serial port 8 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot

3 VGA monitor connector 9 PCI Express x1 card slot4 USB connectors (4) 10 PCI card slots (2)5 Microphone connector 11 Ethernet connector6 Audio line-out connector 12 Personal System/2 (PS/2) keyboard and

mouse connector (available on some models)

Figure 2. Rear connector and part locations

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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 audiodevice, a cable is connected between the audio line-outconnector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the

computer.

Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to externaldevices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers withbuilt-in amplifiers), headphones, multimedia keyboards, theaudio line-in connector on a stereo system, or other externalrecording devices.

Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network(LAN).Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, usea Category 5 Ethernet cable.

Microphone connector Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you wantto record sound or if you use speech-recognition software.

Serial port Used to attach an external modem, a serial printer, or otherdevices that use a 9-pin serial port.

USB connector Used to attach a device that uses a USB connector, such as aUSB keyboard, a USB mouse, a USB scanner, or a USB printer.If the USB connectors on your computer are not enough foryou to connect all your USB devices, you can purchase a USBhub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices.

VGA monitor connector Used to attach a VGA monitor or other devices that use a VGAmonitor connector.



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Locating parts on the system boardFigure 4 shows the locations of the parts on the system board.

1 Microprocessor 12 Front panel connector2 Microprocessor fan connector 13 USB connectors (2)3 Memory slots (2) 14 Serial (COM 2) connector

4 Thermal sensor connector 15 Front audio connector5 24-pin power connector 16 Internal speaker connector6 Parallel connector 17 PCI card slots (2)7 Battery 18 PCI Express x1 card slot8 Cover presence switch connector(Intrusion switch connector) (available insome models)

19 PCI Express x16 graphics card slot

9 SATA connectors (3) 20 System fan connector10 Clear CMOS (Complementary MetalOxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper

21 4-pin power connector

11 Power fan connector 22 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connector

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Locating internal drivesInternal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You canadd drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and enable yourcomputer to read other types of media. Internal drives are installed in bays. In thismanual, the bays are referred to as bay 1, bay 2, and so on.

When installing or replacing an internal drive, it is important to note the type andsize of the drive that you can install or replace in each bay and correctly connectthe cables to the drive installed. Refer to the appropriate section in Chapter 2,Installing or replacing hardware, on page 13 for instructions on how to install orreplace internal drives for your computer.

Figure 5 shows the locations of the drive bays in your computer.

1 Bay 1 - Optical drive bay (with an optical drive installed)2 Bay 2 - Slim card reader drive bay3 Bay 3 - SATA hard disk drive bay

Figure 5. Drive bay locations

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Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware

This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for yourcomputer.


v Handling static-sensitive devices

v Installing or replacing hardware

v Obtaining device drivers on page 45

v Basic security features on page 45

Handling static-sensitive devices

Do not open the static-protective package containing the new part until thedefective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to install

the new part. Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damagecomputer components and parts.

When you handle computer parts and components, take these precautions to avoidstatic-electricity damage:

v Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up aroundyou.

v Always carefully handle the parts and other computer components. Handle PCIcards, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors by the edges.Never touch exposed circuitry.

v Prevent others from touching the parts and other computer components.

v Before you replace a new part, touch the static-protective package containing the

new part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface onthe computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity from thepackage and your body.

v Remove the new part from the static-protective package and directly install it inthe computer without placing it on any other surface. If it is hard for you to dothis in your specific situation, place the static-protective package of the new parton a smooth, level surface, and then place the new part on the static-protectivepackage.

v Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.

Installing or replacing hardware

This section provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for yourcomputer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding memorymodules, PCI cards, or drives, and maintain your computer by replacing the failinghardware.

Notes:

1. Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo.

2. When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in thissection along with the instructions that come with the option.



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Installing external optionsYou can install external options to your computer, such as external speakers, aprinter, or a scanner. For some external options, you must install additionalsoftware in addition to making the physical connection. When you install anexternal option, see Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front ofyour computer on page 7 and Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your

computer on page 8 to identify the required connector. Then, use the instructionsthat come with the option to help you make the connection and install software ordevice drivers that are required for the option.

Removing the computer cover

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding theImportant safety information in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came withyour 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 coolbefore removing the computer cover.

To remove the computer cover, do the following:

1. Remove all media from the drives. Then, turn off all attached devices and thecomputer.

2. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.3. Disconnect the power cord, Input/Output (I/O) cables, and all other cables that

are connected to the computer.

4. Remove any locking device that secures the computer cover, such as anintegrated cable lock or a padlock. See Integrated cable lock on page 46 orPadlock on page 47.

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5. Remove the two screws that secure the computer cover and slide the computercover to the rear to remove it.

Removing and reinstalling the front bezel

Attention


This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the front bezel.

To remove and reinstall the front bezel, do the following:

1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and thecomputer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets anddisconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

2. Remove the computer cover. See Removing the computer cover on page 14.

Figure 6. Removing the computer cover

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3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the top of thefront bezel and pivoting the front bezel outward to remove it from thecomputer. Carefully lay the front bezel aside without disconnecting the powerswitch and light-emitting diode (LED) assembly cable.

4. To reinstall the front bezel, align the other three plastic tabs on the bottom ofthe front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the front

bezel inward until it snaps into position.

5. Go to Completing the parts replacement on page 44.

Figure 7. Removing the front bezel

Figure 8. Reinstalling the front bezel

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Accessing the system board components and drives

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding theImportant safety information in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came withyour 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 access the system board componentsand drives.

To access the system board components and drives, do the following:


2. Remove the computer cover to access the system board components. SeeRemoving the computer cover on page 14.

3. Remove the front bezel. See Removing and reinstalling the front bezel onpage 15.

4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to access all the internal drives, cables,and other components.

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5. To lower the drive bay assembly, press the drive bay assembly clip 1 inwardand pivot the drive bay assembly downward as shown.

Installing or replacing a PCI card

Attention


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, andone PCI Express x16 graphics card slot. See Locating parts on the system boardon page 11.

To install or replace a PCI card, do the following:



3. Do one of the following:

v If you are replacing a PCI card, remove the screw that secures the old PCIcard and release the old PCI card from the PCI card slot. Then, carefullyremove the old PCI card from the chassis, as shown in Figure 11 on page 19.

Notes:

a. If there are any cables between the PCI card and the system board, notethe cable routing and then disconnect the cables.

Figure 10. Lowering the drive bay assembly

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b. If the PCI card is secured in place by a retaining latch 1, press theretaining latch to release the PCI card from the latch. Then, grasp the PCIcard by the edges and carefully pull it out of the PCI card slot. Ifnecessary, alternate moving each side of the PCI card a small and equalamount until it is completely removed from the slot.

c. You might need to remove the front bezel and pivot the drive bayassembly upward to avoid interference with removing the PCI card. See

Removing and reinstalling the front bezel on page 15 and Accessingthe system board components and drives on page 17.

v If you are installing a PCI card, remove the appropriate PCI card slot cover.See Locating parts on the system board on page 11 to identify the types ofPCI card slots.

4. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package.

Figure 11. Removing the PCI card



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5. Install the new PCI card into the appropriate PCI card slot on the systemboard. Then, install the screw to secure the new PCI card in place.

6. If necessary, connect any cables between the PCI card and the system board.See Locating parts on the system board on page 11 to identify the variousconnectors on the system board.

What to do next:v To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.

v To complete the installation or replacement, go to Completing the partsreplacement on page 44.

Installing or replacing a memory module

Attention



This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module.

Your computer has two memory slots for installing or replacing DDR3 SDRAMDIMMs that provide up to a maximum of 4 GB of system memory. Wheninstalling or replacing a memory module, use 1 GB or 2 GB DDR3 SDRAM DIMMsin any combination up to a maximum of 4 GB of system memory.

Figure 12. Installing the PCI card

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To install or replace a memory module, do the following:



3. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board.

4. Locate the memory slots on the system board. See Locating parts on thesystem board on page 11.

5. Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might prevent your access tothe memory slots.


v If you are replacing a memory module, open the retaining clips and removethe old memory module that is currently installed.

v If you are installing a memory module, open the retaining clips of the

memory slot into which you want to install the memory module.

Figure 13. Removing the memory module

Figure 14. Opening the retaining clips of the memory slot



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7. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that thenotch 1 on the new memory module is aligned with the key 2 in thememory slot. Then, press the new memory module straight down into thememory slot until the retaining clips close and the new memory module snapsinto position.

8. Reinstall any parts and reconnect any cables that have been removed ordisconnected.

What to do next:

v To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.


Replacing the battery

Attention


Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, andconfiguration information for built-in features. The battery keeps this informationactive when you turn off the computer.

The battery normally requires no charging or maintenance throughout its life;however, no battery lasts forever. If the battery fails, the date, time, andconfiguration information, including passwords, are lost. An error message isdisplayed when you turn on the computer.

Before performing the following procedure, be sure to read and understand theinformation about replacing and disposing of the battery in the Batteries andLithium battery notice sections of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide.

Figure 15. Installing the memory module

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To replace the battery, do the following:



3. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. See Accessing the system board

components and drives on page 17.4. Locate the battery. See Locating parts on the system board on page 11.

5. Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might prevent your accessto the battery.

6. Remove the old battery.

7. Install the new battery.


9. Lower the drive bay assembly. See Accessing the system board componentsand drives on page 17.

10. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect all external cables. SeeCompleting the parts replacement on page 44.

11. Turn on the computer and all attached devices.

Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after replacing thebattery, an error message might be displayed. This is normal afterreplacing the battery.

12. Use the Setup Utility program to set the date, time, passwords, and any otherconfiguration information. See Chapter 4, Using the Setup Utility program,on page 57.

What to do next:


v To complete the replacement, go to Completing the parts replacement onpage 44.

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Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly

Attention



This section provides instructions on how to replace the heat sink and fanassembly.

CAUTION:

The heat sink and fan assembly might be very hot. Turn off the computer andwait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing thecomputer cover.

To replace the heat sink and fan assembly, do the following:




4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Remove the four screws that secure theheat sink fan duct and then lift the heat sink fan duct up to remove it fromthe chassis.

5. Disconnect the heat sink and fan assembly cable from the microprocessor fanconnector on the system board. See Locating parts on the system board onpage 11.

Figure 18. Removing the heat sink fan duct

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6. Follow this sequence to remove the four screws that secure the heat sink andfan assembly to the system board:

a. Partially remove screw 1, then fully remove screw 2, and then fullyremove screw 1.

b. Partially remove screw 3, then fully remove screw 4, and then fullyremove screw 3.

Note: Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid anypossible damage to the system board. The four screws cannot beremoved from the heat sink and fan assembly.

7. 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 itfrom the microprocessor.

b. When handling the heat sink and fan assembly, do not touch the thermalgrease on the bottom of the heat sink and fan assembly.

8. Place the new heat sink and fan assembly on the system board so that thefour screws are aligned with the corresponding holes in the system board.

Make sure that you properly place the new heat sink and fan assembly so thatyou can easily connect the new heat sink and fan assembly cable to themicroprocessor fan connector on the system board.

9. Follow this sequence to install the four screws to secure the new heat sink andfan assembly, as shown in Figure 19:

a. Partially tighten screw 1, then fully tighten screw 2, and then fullytighten screw 1.

b. Partially tighten screw 3, then fully tighten screw 4, and then fullytighten screw 3.

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10. Connect the new heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fanconnector on the system board. See Locating parts on the system board onpage 11.

11. Lower and position the heat sink fan duct on the top of the heat sink and fanassembly until the four screw holes in the heat sink fan duct are aligned withthose in the heat sink and fan assembly. Install the four screws to secure theheat sink fan duct.

What to do next:



Figure 20. Installing the heat sink fan duct

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Replacing the microprocessor

Attention



This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor.

CAUTION:

The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer andwait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before removing thecomputer cover.

To replace the microprocessor, do the following:



3. Remove the heat sink and fan assembly. See Replacing the heat sink and fanassembly on page 24.

Note: Place the heat sink and fan assembly on its side so that the thermalgrease on the bottom of it does not get in contact with anything.



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4. Lift the small handle 3 and open the retainer 1 to access themicroprocessor 2.

5. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the microprocessor socket, asshown in Figure 22 on page 29.

Notes:

a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one

illustrated.b. Note the orientation of the microprocessor in the socket. You can either

look for the small triangle 1 on one corner of the microprocessor or notethe orientation of the notches 2 on the microprocessor. This is importantwhen installing the new microprocessor on the system board.

c. Touch only the edges of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contactson the bottom.

Figure 21. Accessing the microprocessor

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d. Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed.The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible.

6. Make sure that the small handle is in the raised position.

7. Remove the new microprocessor 1 from the protective cover 2 thatprotects the gold contacts of the new microprocessor.

8. Hold the new microprocessor by the edges and align the notches on it withthe tabs in the microprocessor socket, or align the small triangle on one cornerof the microprocessor with the corresponding beveled corner of the

microprocessor socket.9. Lower the new microprocessor straight down into the microprocessor socket

on the system board.

10. Close the microprocessor retainer and lock it into position with the smallhandle to secure the new microprocessor in the socket.

11. Reinstall the heat sink and fan assembly. See Replacing the heat sink and fanassembly on page 24.


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What to do next:



Replacing the power supply assembly

Attention


This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly.

Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord hasbeen disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety and properUnderwriters Laboratories (UL) certification.

DANGER

Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away.

CAUTION:Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the followinglabel attached.

Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any componentthat has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside thesecomponents. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a servicetechnician.

To replace the power supply assembly, do the following:


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4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward, remove the four screws that secure theheat sink fan duct, and then lift the heat sink fan duct out of the chassis.

5. Disconnect the power supply assembly cables from all drives and from the24-pin power connector and 4-pin power connector on the system board. SeeLocating parts on the system board on page 11.

Note: You might also need to release the power supply assembly cables from

some cable clips or ties that secure the cables to the chassis. Make surethat you note the cable routing before disconnecting the cables.

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6. At the rear of the computer, remove the three screws that secure the powersupply assembly. Press the power supply clip 1 downward to release thepower supply assembly and then slide the power supply assembly to the frontof the computer. Lift the power supply assembly out of the computer.

7. Make sure that the new power supply assembly is the correct replacement.Some power supply assemblies automatically sense the voltage or acceptuniversal input, some power supply assemblies are voltage specific, and some

power supply assemblies have a voltage-selection switch. If your powersupply assembly has a voltage-selection switch, make sure that you set thevoltage-selection switch to match the voltage available at your electrical outlet.If necessary, use a ballpoint pen to slide the voltage-selection switch to thecorrect position.

v If the voltage supply range in your local country or region is 100127 V ac,set the voltage-selection switch to 115 V.

v If the voltage supply range in your local country or region is 200240 V ac,set the voltage-selection switch to 230 V.

Figure 24. Removing the power supply assembly

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8. Install the new power supply assembly into the chassis so that the screw holesin the new power supply assembly are aligned with the corresponding holesin the rear of the chassis. Then, install the three screws to secure the newpower supply assembly in place.

Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo.

9. Connect the new power supply assembly cables to all drives and the system

board. See Locating parts on the system board on page 11.

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10. Lower and position the heat sink fan duct on the top of the heat sink and fanassembly until the four screw holes in the heat sink fan duct are aligned withthe corresponding holes in the heat sink and fan assembly. Then, install thefour screws to secure the heat sink fan duct in place.

What to do next:



Figure 26. Installing the heat sink fan duct

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7. Press the drive bay assembly clip 1 inward and pivot the drive bayassembly downward as shown.

8. Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer.

Figure 28. Lowering the drive bay assembly

Figure 29. Removing the optical drive

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9. Slide the new optical drive into the optical drive bay from the front of thecomputer.

10. Hold the new optical drive and pivot the drive bay assembly upward. Alignthe screw holes in the new optical drive with the corresponding holes in thedrive bay. Then, install the two screws to secure the new optical drive inplace.

Figure 30. Installing a new optical drive

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11. Connect one end of the signal cable to the rear of the new optical drive andthe other end to an available SATA connector on the system board. SeeLocating parts on the system board on page 11. Then, locate an availablefive-wire power connector and connect it to the rear of the new optical drive.

What to do next:



Replacing the hard disk drive

Attention


This section provides instructions on how to replace the hard disk drive.

To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:




Figure 32. Connecting a SATA optical drive

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4. Note the location of the four screws 1 that secure the hard disk drive. Then,pivot the drive bay assembly upward.

5. Hold the hard disk drive and remove the four screws that secure the hard diskdrive. Then, remove the hard disk drive from the drive bay assembly anddisconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the hard diskdrive to completely remove it from the chassis.

Figure 33. Pivoting the drive bay assembly

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6. Connect one end of the signal cable to the rear of the new hard disk drive andthe other end to an available SATA connector on the system board. SeeLocating parts on the system board on page 11. Then, locate an availablefive-wire power connector and connect it to the rear of the new hard diskdrive.

7. Position the new hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay and align thescrew holes in the new hard disk drive with the corresponding holes in thedrive bay. Then, install the four screws to secure the new hard disk drive inplace.

What to do next:



Figure 35. Connecting a SATA hard disk drive

Figure 36. Installing the hard disk drive

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Replacing the front fan assembly

Attention



This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly.

To replace the front fan assembly, do the following:




4. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the front fan assembly.See Accessing the system board components and drives on page 17.

5. Remove the hard disk drive for easier access to the front fan assembly. SeeReplacing the hard disk drive on page 38.

6. Remove the heat sink fan duct. See Figure 23 on page 31.

7. Note the cable routing and disconnect the front fan assembly cable from thesystem fan connector on the system board. See Locating parts on the system

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8. The front fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts.Remove the front fan assembly by cutting the rubber mounts and lifting thefront fan assembly out of the chassis.

Figure 37. Removing the front fan assembly

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9. Install the new front fan assembly by aligning the new rubber mounts thatcame with the new front fan assembly with the corresponding holes in thechassis, and then push the rubber mounts through the holes. Then, carefullypull on the tips of the rubber mounts from the bottom until the new front fanassembly is secured in place.

Note: The new front fan assembly will have four new rubber mounts

attached.

10. Connect the new front fan assembly cable to the system fan connector on thesystem board. See Locating parts on the system board on page 11.

11. Reinstall the heat sink fan duct. See Figure 26 on page 34.

12. Reinstall the hard disk drive. See Replacing the hard disk drive on page 38.

What to do next:v To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.


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Replacing the USB keyboard or mouse

Attention



This section provides instructions on how to replace the USB keyboard or mouse.

To replace the USB keyboard or mouse, do the following:

1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and thecomputer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.

2. Disconnect the cable of the old USB keyboard or mouse from the computer.

3. Connect the cable of the new USB keyboard or mouse to one of the USBconnectors on the computer. Depending on where you want to connect the newUSB keyboard or mouse, see Locating connectors, controls, and indicators onthe front of your computer on page 7 or Locating connectors and parts onthe rear of your computer on page 8.

What to do next:


v To complete the replacement, go to Completing the parts replacement.

Completing the parts replacementAfter completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to reinstallthe computer cover and reconnect cables.

To reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables to your computer, do thefollowing:

1. Make sure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that notools or loose screws are left inside your computer. See Locating componentson page 10 for the locations of the various components in your computer.

2. Make sure that all the internal cables are routed properly to avoid interferencewith lowering the drive bay assembly and closing the computer cover. Keep thecables clear of the hinges and sides of the chassis.

3. Lower the drive bay assembly. See Accessing the system board componentsand drives on page 17.

Figure 39. Connecting the USB keyboard or mouse

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Integrated cable lockAn integrated cable lock, sometimes referred to as the Kensington lock, can beused to secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. Thecable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operatedwith a key. The cable lock also locks the computer cover. See Figure 41. This is thesame type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order an

integrated cable lock from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at:http://www.lenovo.com/support

Note: Make sure that the integrated cable lock you installed does not interferewith other computer cables.

Figure 41. Installing an integrated cable lock

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PadlockYour computer is equipped with a padlock loop so that the computer cover cannot

be removed when a padlock is installed.

Password protectionTo deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utilityprogram to set a password. When you turn on your computer, you are promptedto type the password. The computer cannot be used until a valid password istyped in. Refer to Chapter 4, Using the Setup Utility program, on page 57 formore information.

Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS)This section provides instructions on how to erase a lost or forgotten password,such as a user password.

To erase a lost or forgotten password, do the following:



3. Locate the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper on the system board. See Locatingparts on the system board on page 11.

4. Remove any parts and disconnect any cables that might prevent your accessto the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper.

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5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2) to themaintenance position (pin 2 and pin 3).


7. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computerand monitor. See Completing the parts replacement on page 44.

8. Turn on the computer and leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Then,turn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately fiveseconds.

9. Repeat step 1 through step 4.

10. Move the Clear CMOS /Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pin 1and pin 2).


12. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect all cables. See Completing theparts replacement on page 44.

13. Turn on the computer. Your password has been erased and you can use theSetup Utility program to set a new password. See Chapter 4, Using the SetupUtility program, on page 57 for more information.

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Chapter 3. Recovery information

This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided byLenovo.


v Creating and using recovery media

v Performing backup and recovery operations on page 51

v Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace on page 52

v Creating and using a rescue medium on page 53

v Installing or reinstalling device drivers on page 55

v Solving recovery problems on page 55

Notes:

1. There are a variety of methods to choose from when considering how to

recover in the event of a software- or hardware-related problem. Some methodsvary depending on the type of your operating system.

2. The product on the recovery media may be used only for the followingpurposes:

v Restore the product preinstalled on your computer

v Reinstall the product

v Modify the product using the Additional Files

Creating and using recovery media

You can use recovery media to restore the hard disk drive to the factory defaultsettings. Recovery media are useful if you transfer the computer to another area,

sell the computer, recycle the computer, or put the computer in an operational stateafter all other methods of recovery have failed. As a precautionary measure, it isimportant to create recovery media as early as possible.

Note: The recovery operations you can perform using recovery media varydepending on the operating system from which the recovery media werecreated. The recovery media might contain a boot medium and a datamedium. Your Microsoft Windows license permits you to create only onedata medium, so it is important that you store the recovery media in a safeplace after you have made them.

Creating recovery media

This section provides instructions on how to create recovery media on differentoperating systems.

Note: On the Windows 7 operating system, you can create recovery media usingdiscs or external USB storage devices. On the Windows Vista and WindowsXP operating systems, you can create recovery media using only discs, sothis operation is also called creating Product Recovery discs.

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v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows Vista operating system, clickStart All Programs ThinkVantage Create Product Recovery Media. Then,follow the instructions on the screen.

v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows XP operating system, clickStart All Programs ThinkVantage Create Recovery Media. Then, followthe instructions on the screen.

Using recovery mediaThis section provides instructions on how to use recovery media on differentoperating systems.

v On the Windows 7 operating system and the Windows Vista operating system,you can use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory defaultsettings only. You can use recovery media to put the computer in an operationalstate after all other methods of recovery have failed.

Attention: When you use recovery media to restore the computer to the factorydefault settings, all the files currently on the hard disk drive will be deleted andreplaced by the factory default settings.

To use recovery media on the Windows 7 operating system or the Windows

Vista operating system, do the following:1. Depending on the type of your recovery media, connect the boot medium

(memory key or other USB storage device) to the computer, or insert the bootdisc into the optical drive.

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 and press Enter. The restore process begins.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the operation.

Notes:

1. After restoring your computer to the factory default settings, you might haveto reinstall device drivers for some devices. See Installing or reinstalling

device drivers on page 55.2. Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled.

If you need to recover or reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Worksapplications, you must use the Microsoft Office CD or Microsoft Works CD.These discs are provided only with computers preinstalled with MicrosoftOffice or Microsoft Works.

v On the Windows XP operating system, you can use Product Recovery discs torestore your computer to the factory default settings, perform a custom factoryrecovery, or perform other rescue and recovery operations such as rescuingindividual files. You will be given the option to enter the Rescue and Recoveryworkspace and choose from a variety of recovery operations.

Attention: When you use Product Recovery discs to restore the computer to

the factory default settings, all the files currently on the hard disk drive will bedeleted and replaced by the factory default settings. During the restore process,you will be given the option to save one or more files currently on the hard diskdrive to other media before the data is deleted.

To use Product Recovery discs on the Windows XP operating system, do thefollowing:


2. Insert the boot disc into the optical drive.

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3. Select the optical drive with the boot disc as the startup device and pressEnter. After a short delay, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens.

4. On the Rescue and Recovery menu, click Restore your system.

5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Insert the appropriate ProductRecovery disc when prompted.

Performing backup and recovery operationsThe Rescue and Recovery program enables you to back up all your hard disk drivecontents including the operating system, data files, software programs, andpersonal settings. You can designate where the Rescue and Recovery programstores the backup:

v In a protected area of your hard disk drive

v On the secondary hard disk drive if a secondary hard disk drive is installed inyour computer

v On an attached external USB hard disk drive

v On a network drive

v On recordable discs (a recordable optical drive is required for this option)

After you have backed up the contents on the hard disk drive, you can restore thecomplete contents of the hard disk drive, restore only the selected files, or restoreonly the Windows operating system and applications.

Performing a backup operationThis section provides instructions on how to perform a backup operation using theRescue and Recovery program on different operating systems.

v To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on theWindows 7 operating system, do the following:

1. From the Windows desktop, click Start All Programs LenovoThinkVantage Tools Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue andRecovery program opens.

2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advancedRescue and Recovery arrow.

3. Click Back up your hard drive and select backup operation options. Then,follow the instructions on the screen to complete the backup operation.

v To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on theWindows Vista operating system or the Windows XP operating system, do thefollowing:

1. From the Windows desktop, click Start All Programs ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Launch advanced Rescue

and Recovery Back up your hard drive, and select backup operationoptions.

3. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the backup operation.

Performing a recovery operationThis section provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation usingthe Rescue and Recovery program on different operating systems.

v To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on theWindows 7 operating system, do the following:

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2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advancedRescue and Recovery arrow.

3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation.v To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the

Windows Vista operating system or the Windows XP operating system, do thefollowing:

1. From the Windows desktop, click Start All Programs ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click Launch advanced Rescueand Recovery.

3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon.

4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation.

For more information about performing a recovery operation from the Rescue andRecovery workspace, see Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace.

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace

The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected, hidden area of yourhard disk drive that operates independently from the Windows operating system.This enables you to perform recovery operations even if you cannot start theWindows operating system. You can perform the following recovery operationsfrom the Rescue and Recovery workspace:

v Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup

The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to locate files on your harddisk drive and transfer them to a network drive or other recordable media, such

as a USB device or a disc. This solution is available even if you did not back upyour files or if changes were made to the files since your last backup operation.You can also rescue individual files from a Rescue and Recovery backup locatedon your local hard disk drive, a USB device, or a network drive.

v Restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup

If you have backed up your hard disk drive using the Rescue and Recoveryprogram, you can restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery

backup, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

v Restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings

The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the completecontents of your hard disk drive to the factory default settings. If you havemultiple partitions on your hard disk drive, you have the option to restore thefactory default settings to the C: partition and leave the other partitions intact.Because the Rescue and Recovery workspace operates independently from theWindows operating system, you can restore the factory default settings even ifyou cannot start the Windows operating system.

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Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backupor restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings, all files on theprimary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C:) will be deleted in the recoveryprocess. If possible, make copies of important files. If you are unable to start theWindows operating system, you can use the rescue files feature of the Rescue andRecovery workspace to copy files from your hard disk drive to other media.

To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following:1. Make sure the computer is turned off.

2. Repeatedly press and release the F11 key when turning on the computer. Whenyou hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key.

3. If you have set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your password whenprompted. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens after a short delay.

Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see Solvingrecovery problems on page 55.


v To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue

files and follow the instructions on the screen.v To restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to

restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, click Restore yoursystem and follow the instructions on the screen.

For more information about the features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace,click Help.

Notes:

1. After restoring your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, you mighthave to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See Installing or reinstallingdevice drivers on page 55.

2. Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled. If

you need to recover or reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Worksapplications, you must use the Microsoft Office CD or Microsoft Works CD. Thesediscs are provided only with computers preinstalled with Microsoft Office orMicrosoft Works.

Creating and using a rescue medium

With a rescue medium, such as a disc or a USB hard disk drive, you can recoverthe computer from failures that prevent you from gaining access to the Rescue andRecovery workspace on your hard disk drive.

Notes:

1. The recovery operations you can perform using a rescue medium vary

depending on the operating system.2. The rescue disc can be started in all types of optical drives.

3. You can also run the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program,after using a rescue medium to recover the computer from failures and gainingaccess to the Rescue and Recovery workspace.

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v To create a rescue medium on the Windows 7 operating system, do thefollowing:


2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced

Rescue and Recovery arrow.3. Click the Create Rescue Media icon. The Create Rescue and Recovery Media

window opens.

4. In the Rescue Media area, select the type of the rescue medium you want tocreate. 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 to create a rescuemedium.

v To create a rescue medium on the Windows Vista operating system or theWindows 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. You can create a rescue medium using a disc, a USB hard disk drive,or a secondary internal hard disk drive.

3. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen to create a rescuemedium.

Using a rescue mediumThis section provides instructions on how to use the rescue medium you havecreated.

v If you have created a rescue medium using a disc, use the following instructions

to use the rescue medium:1. Turn off your computer.


3. On the Startup Device Menu, select the desired optical drive as the first bootdevice. Then, insert the rescue disc into the optical drive and press Enter. Therescue medium starts.

v If you have created a rescue medium using a USB hard disk drive, use thefollowing instructions to use the rescue medium:

1. Attach the USB hard disk drive to one of the USB connectors on yourcomputer.


3. On the Startup Device Menu, select the USB hard disk drive as the first bootdevice and press Enter. The rescue medium starts.

When the rescue medium starts, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. Thehelp information for each feature is available from the Rescue and Recoveryworkspace. Follow the instructions to complete the recovery process.

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Installing or reinstalling device drivers

Before installing or reinstalling device drivers, make sure that you have apreinstalled operating system and the documentation and software media for thedevice.

Device drivers for factory-installed devices are located on the computer hard disk

drive (usually drive C:) in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS subdirectory. The latest devicedrivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Other device drivers are on the software media that come with individualdevices.

To install or reinstall the device driver for a factory-installed device, do thefollowing:

1. Turn on the computer.

2. Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to display the directory structure ofyour hard disk drive.

3. Go to the C:\SWTOOLS directory.

4. Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are severalsubfolders named for various devices installed in your computer, such asAUDIO or VIDEO.

5. Open the appropriate device subfolder.


v In the device subfolder, look for a SETUP.exe file. Double-click the file andfollow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation.

v In the device subfolder, look for a README.txt file or a file with the .txtextension. This file might be named after the operating system, such asWIN98.txt. The TXT file contains information about how to install the devicedriver. 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 andSupport information system for detailed information about how to install thedevice driver.

Solving recovery problems

If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windowsenvironment, do one of the following:

v Use a rescue medium to start the Rescue and Recovery workspace. See Creatingand using a rescue medium on page 53.

v Use recovery media if all other methods of recovery have failed and you need torestore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings. See Creating and

using recovery media on page 49.

Note: If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or theWindows environment from a rescue medium, a recovery repair diskette, orrecovery media, you might not have the rescue device (an internal hard diskdrive, a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or other external devices) set as thefirst boot device in the startup device sequence. You must first make surethat your rescue device is set as the first boot device in the startup devicesequence in the Setup Utility program. See Selecting a startup device onpage 59 for detailed information about temporarily or permanently changing

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the startup device sequence. For more information about the Setup Utilityprogram, see Chapter 4, Using the Setup Utility program, on page 57.

It is important to create a rescue medium, a recovery repair diskette, and a set ofrecovery media as early as possible and store them in a safe place for future use.

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Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility program

You can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configurationsettings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using.

However, the operating system settings might override any similar settings in theSetup Utility program.

This chapter provides information about the following topics to help you use theSetup Utility program:

v Starting the Setup Utility program

v Viewing or changing settings

v Using passwords

v Enabling or disabling a device on page 59

v Selecting a startup device on page 59

v Exiting the Setup Utility program on page 60

Starting the Setup Utility program

This section provides instructions on how to start the Setup Utility program.

To start the Setup Utility program, do the following:

1. Make sure your computer is turned off.

2. Repeatedly press and release the F1 key when turning on the computer. Whenyou hear multiple beeps or see a logo screen, release the F1 key. The SetupUtility program opens.

Note: If a password has been set, the Setup Utility program menu will not be

displayed until you type the correct password. For more information, seeUsing passwords.

Viewing or changing settings

The Setup Utility program menu lists various items about the system configurationsettings. To view or change the settings, start the Setup Utility program. SeeStarting the Setup Utility program. Then, follow the instructions on the screen.

When working with the Setup Utility program, you must use the keyboard. Thekeys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of each screen.

Using passwordsBy using the Setup Utility program, you can set a password to preventunauthorized access to your computer and data. The following options areavailable to help you set a power-on password or an administrator password:

v Set Power-On Password

v Set Administrator Password

You do not have to set a password to use your computer. However, using apassword improves computing security. If you decide to set a password, read thefollowing sections.



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