IBM 8215 User Guide
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this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the " - RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, this Program under the provisions set forth in Commercial Computer Software-Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 5
options 4 Specifications 5 Supported operating positions 6 Tools required 6 Handling static-sensitive devices 6 Installing external options 7 Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer 7 Locating connectors on the rear of your computer 8 Obtaining device drivers 9 Opening - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 6
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an authorized servicer. As with you might hear sounds like popping, computer and its components for damage or wear or signs of danger. If you have any question about the condition of a component, do not use the product. Contact the Customer Support Center or the product manufacturer for instructions - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 8
Support or popping sound, or strong computer product, the power cord or power adapter. v The computer Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center. Use only a service Support Center. Although there are no moving parts in your computer - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 9
Danger Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. Attention Before replacing any CRUs, turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the cover. Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 10
outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do approved parts. Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation. Battery Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 11
desktop computer for dust accumulation at least once every three months. Before inspecting your computer, turn off the power and unplug the computer overheating. v Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35° C (95° F). v Do not use non-ThinkCentre air filtration devices. CD and DVD - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 12
v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. v Connect Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. x User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 13
the jack is specifically designed for disconnected at the network interface. v leak. Laser compliance statement Some personal computer models are equipped from the factory with note the following handling instructions. Caution Use of laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the CD-ROM - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 14
that has the following label attached. Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. xii User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 15
for your computer is available from the World Wide Web. You can find the following information: v CRU removal and installation instructions v Publications v Troubleshooting information v Parts information v Downloads and drivers v Links to other useful sources of information v Support phone list - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 16
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to the features and options that are available for your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding memory, adapters, or drives. When installing an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option. Important Before you install or - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 18
disk drive v Optical drive (some models) Video subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) monitor v Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 with dual display support Audio subsystem The integrated HD audio v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 19
v Diskette and hard disk I/O control v Serial and parallel port I/O control v Security profile by device Preinstalled software Your computer might come with preinstalled software. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are included - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 20
external modems and digital cameras - Audio devices, such as external speakers for the sound system - USB devices, such as disk drive For the latest information about available options, see the following World Wide Web pages: v http://www.lenovo.com/think/us/en/ v http://www.lenovo.com/think/support - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 21
This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 310 mm (12.2 in.) Height: 87.5 mm (3.45 and other nearby noise sources. The declared sound-power levels indicate an upper limit, below which a large number of computers will operate. Voltage switch setting: 230 - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 22
package containing the option until you are instructed to do so. When you handle options and other computer components, take these precautions to avoid . Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry. v Prevent others from touching components. 6 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 23
software or device drivers that are required for the option. Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer. 1 Optical drive 5 USB connectors (2) 2 Hard disk drive activity - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 24
Audio line in connector Audio line out connector USB connectors (4) Standard keyboard connector Standard mouse connector Power supply diagnostic LEDs Note: Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer. 8 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 25
, serial printer, or other devices that use a 9-pin serial connector. Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable. USB connectors Used to attach a device that requires - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 26
cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. 4. Remove the floor stand, if attached. 5. Remove any locking devices such as a cable lock that secure the cover. 6. Press the buttons on the sides of the computer and pivot the cover upward to open the computer as shown. 10 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 27
will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1 Diskette drive lock 2 Microprocessor and heat sink 3 Memory modules (2) 4 Battery 5 PCI riser assembly 6 Power supply assembly 7 Internal speaker 8 Hard disk drive 9 Optical drive 10 Optical drive lock 11 Diskette - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 28
riser and adapters to access system board components such as memory, the battery, and to access the drives. To access system board components and the drives: 1. Open the computer cover. See "Opening the cover" on page 10. from the riser card. See "Installing PCI adapters" on page 15. 12 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 29
Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. The following illustration - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 30
). v Use 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB DIMMs in any combination. Note: Only DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs can be used. To install a memory module: 1. Open the computer cover. See "Opening the cover" on page 10. 2. Access the system board. See "Accessing system board components and drives" on page 12. 3. Locate - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 31
to "Closing the cover and connecting the cables" on page 25. Installing PCI adapters This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing PCI adapters. Your computer has a riser card with one PCI adapter connector and one PCI Express x1 adapter connector. To install a PCI - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 32
provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read are available for your computer are: v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) hard disk drives v Parallel ATA hard disk drives v Optical drives, Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 33
Drive specifications Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives: v A 3.5-inch hard disk drive in bay 1 v An optical drive in bay 2 (some models) v A 3.5-inch diskette drive in bay 3 (some models) Any bay that does not have a drive installed - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 34
an additional hard disk drive in bay 2, do the following: 1. Open the computer cover. See " Opening the cover" on page 10. 2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections. 3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the tab as shown. 18 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 35
Note: If you are installing a 3.5-inch hard disk drive you must use a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch. You can obtain this bracket from a local computer retailer or by contacting the Customer Support Center. 7. Reinstall the front bezel. 8. Slide the optical drive lock to the unlock - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 36
2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain access to the cable connections. 3. Remove the front bezel by releasing the tab as shown. 20 User Guide 4. Lower the drive bay assembly. 5. Remove the metal shield from the diskette drive bay by using a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose. - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 37
. Use one of the following procedures for your drive connection. Connecting an optical drive or a parallel ATA hard disk drive 1. Locate the two-connector signal cable that comes with your computer or with the new drive. 2. Locate the PATA primary IDE connector on the system board. See "Identifying - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 38
lock options are available. In addition to a physical lock, unauthorized use of your computer can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is typed in. Make sure that any security cables you install do not interfere with other computer cables. 22 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 39
type the password to unlock the keyboard for normal use. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to "Closing the cover and connecting the cables" on page 25. Changing the battery Your computer has a special type of memory that - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 40
to "Resetting the hard disk drive and power-on password" on page 29 to reset your password. If you do clear CMOS or restore Setup Utility defaults, you will have to re-enroll in the Hardware Password Reset program. To erase a forgotten password: 1. Open the computer cover. See"Opening the cover - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 41
cords. Also, depending on the option that is installed, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program. To close the computer cover and connect cables to your computer: 1. Ensure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 42
8. To update the configuration, see Chapter 2, "Using the Setup Utility," on page 27. 26 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 43
multiple beeps, release the F1 key. Notes: a. If you are using a USB keyboard and the Setup Utility program does not display using this method, repeatedly press and release the F1 key rather than leaving it pressed when turning on the computer. b. If a user password or an administrator password has - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 44
only once when you turn on your computer. v Do not move an IDE hard disk drive to another computer if an IDE Drive User Password has been set unless that computer also supports the IDE Drive User password. v If your computer is connected to a local area network (LAN), the Wake on LAN feature will - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 45
can be used. This prompt is displayed each time you turn on your computer. If your computer has multiple hard disk drives, they all must use the same password. Attention If an IDE Drive User Password is set but no IDE Drive Master Password is set, there is no recovery in the event that the IDE - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 46
Setup Utility without saving. Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up (boot) from a device such as the CD-ROM, diskette, or hard disk as expected, use one of the following procedures to select change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 30 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 47
Defaults and are using an operating system other than Windows XP, your computer performance might be degraded. Therefore, you should always set HyperThreading to Disabled unless you are sure your operating system supports HyperThreading. Exiting from the Setup Utility program When you finish viewing - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 48
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computer using a flash update diskette or by running a special update program from your operating system. Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST/BIOS. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on the World Wide Web (see the Quick Reference). Instructions - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 50
the list of files. Carefully follow the printed instructions to download, extract, and install the update. Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure If power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS is being updated (flash update), your computer might not restart correctly. If this happens - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 51
appendix provides instructions on how to clean your mouse. The procedure will be different depending on which type of mouse you have. Cleaning an optical mouse If you experience some problems with your Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage © Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005. 35 - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 52
To clean a mouse with a ball: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Turn the mouse over, with the top side down, and look carefully at the bottom. Twist the retainer from the swab that might be remaining on the rollers. 8. Replace the ball and the retainer ring. 9. Turn your computer back on. 36 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 53
manually @ ! ; DS=n E_ E0 E1 +++ H_ H0 Function Manually answer incoming call. Repeat last command executed. Do not precede redial pulse dialing Note: Pulse dialing is not supported for Australia, New Zealand, Norway, and South in the modem non-volatile memory. Commands are not echoed Commands - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 54
W2 X_ X0 X1 X2 X3 X4 Z_ Z0 Z1 38 User Guide Function Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy Display product-identification code Factory ROM checksum test Internal memory test Firmware ID Reserved ID Low speaker volume Low speaker volume Medium speaker - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 55
Digital Loopback Test Perform a Remote Digital Loopback Test and Self-Test Perform Local Analog Loopback Test and Self-Test Displays Active and Stored Profiles Appendix C. Manual modem commands 39 - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 56
as Profile 1 Disable auto-retrain Enable auto-retrain Displays the current Select Modulation settings Displays a list of supported Select Modulation options Select modulation where: a=0, 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 12, 56, 64 \N0) Disable V.44 Enable V.44 Current values List of support values 40 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 57
FDTC: +FET: +FET=N +FHNG +FK +FLID= +FLPL +FMDL? +FMFR? Data/Fax Auto Answer Service Class Receive data with HDLC framing Receive data Receive silence Transmit data with HDLC framing Transmit data Stop transmission and . Identify model. Identify manufacturer. Appendix C. Manual modem commands 41 - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 58
Select Data, Fax or Voice/Audio Identify Model Identify Manufacturer Identify Revision Level Audio output transmit level Query Buffer Size Bits per sample (ADPCM or PCM) Beep Tone Timer Identify Compression Method Enable timing mark placement Generate tone signals Voice transmit mode 42 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 59
your Swisscom phone line does not have Taxsignal switched OFF, modem function may be impaired. The impairment may be resolved by a filter with the following specifications: Telekom PTT SCR-BE Taximpulssperrfilter-12kHz PTT Art. 444.112.7 Bakom 93.0291.Z.N Appendix C. - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 60
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operation of any other product, program, or service. Lenovo may have patents or pending patent support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons. The information contained in this document does not affect or change Lenovo product specifications IBM Corp. 2005. 45 - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 62
the applicable data for their specific environment. Television output notice The countries, or both: Lenovo ThinkCentre ThinkPad ThinkVantage The following terms , other countries, or both: IBM (used under license) Wake on service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. 46 User Guide - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 63
line out connector 9 audio subsystem 2 B battery, changing 23 BIOS, updating (flashing) 33 Boot-block recovery 34 H hard disk drive recovery 29 hard disk drive security 28 I information resources xiii input/output (I/O) features 2 installing options adapters 15 internal drives 16 memory modules 14 - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 64
28 PCI adapter 15 physical specifications 5 power Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support 3 Advanced Power Management support 3 features 3 R recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure 34 resetting hard disk drive password 29 power-on password 29 riser card 15 S security - IBM 8215 | User Guide - Page 65
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