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    ThinkStation User Guide Machine Types: 0567, 0568, 0569, and 0606
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    product it supports, be sure to read and understand the "Important safety information" on page v and Appendix B "Notices" on page 107. First Edition (April 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2012. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration
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    the card reader 45 Replacing the battery 47 Replacing the power supply assembly . . . 48 Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly . . 51 Replacing the rear fan assembly 53 Replacing the keyboard or mouse . . . . . 54 Completing the parts replacement . . . . . 55 Chapter 6. Recovery information
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    RAID . . . . . 71 Configuring RAID with Intel RSTe 71 Installing SATA or SAS hard disk drives . . . 71 Configuring SATA or SAS RAID functionality with Intel RSTe configuration utility 72 Entering the Intel RSTe configuration utility . . 72 Quick RAID setup using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration
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    Calling for service 102 Using other services 103 Purchasing additional services 103 Appendix A. System memory speed 105 Appendix B. Notices 107 Trademarks 108 (RoHS) . . . . 117 China RoHS 117 Turkish RoHS 117 Ukraine RoHS 117 India RoHS 118 Index 119 © Copyright Lenovo 2012 iii
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    iv ThinkStation User Guide
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    from the Lenovo® Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. The Lenovo Support Web site also provides the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide and this ThinkStation User Guide in additional languages. Service and upgrades Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do
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    requirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and input ratings. vi ThinkStation User Guide
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    installing. Carefully connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet. External devices Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than Universal Serial Bus (USB) and 1394 cables while the computer power heat sink inlet fins, power supply vents, and fans. Always
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    -powered installing or modifying telephone lines. • Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. • Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. viii ThinkStation User Guide
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    Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part 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
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    3 error correction code registered dual inline memory modules). Internal drives • Optical drive: DVD-ROM, DVD-R/W, or Blu-ray (optional) • Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) hard disk drive Note: To support SAS hard disk drives, an optional SAS hard disk drive enablement module or a RAID-on-Chip (ROC) card
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    , upgrade, and repair. • Intel Rapid Storage Technology enterprise (RSTe) Intel RSTe is a device driver and software solution that provides support for SATA RAID 0, 1, and 5 arrays or SAS RAID 0 and 1 arrays (the hard disk drive enablement module is required) on specific Intel chipset system boards
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    bays • Two optical drive bays • One PCI card slot • Two PCI Express x4 card slots (one slot is x16 mechanical) • Two PCI Express x16 graphics card slots Power supply Your computer comes with a 610-watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply. Security features • Computrace Agent software embedded in
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    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. 4 ThinkStation User Guide
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    Solution Center System Health and Diagnostics SimpleTap SimpleTap ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery® Enhanced Backup and Restore Lenovo Welcome The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built-in features of Lenovo and guides you through a few important setup tasks to help
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    problems, get help, and recover from system crashes, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system. Note: If the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program manually
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    your computer. Figure 1. Front connector, control, and indicator locations 1 Optical drive eject/close button 2 USB 2.0 connector 3 Microphone connector 4 Headphone connector 5 USB 2.0 connector 6 Hard disk drive activity indicator 7 Power switch 8 Power indicator Chapter 1. Product overview 7
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    Power cord connector 2 PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors (optional) 3 Ethernet connector 4 Audio line-in connector 5 DVI monitor connector (number and location vary by model) 6 Audio line-out connector 7 Microphone connector 8 USB 3.0 connectors (2) 9 USB 2.0 connectors (8) 10 Serial port (Serial
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    have an optional PS/2 keyboard and mouse adapter installed in your computer. Used to attach an external modem, a serial printer, or other devices that use a 9-pin serial port. Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 connection, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a printer
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    2 Optical drive bay 3 Card reader bay 4 Front bezel 5 Internal speaker 6 Adapter card guide 7 Hard disk drive or solid state drive 8 Adapter card retainer 9 PCI Express card (installed in some models) 10 Memory module(s) 11 Rear fan assembly 12 Power supply assembly 10 ThinkStation User Guide
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    slot 4 (DIMM4) 10 Memory slot 8 (DIMM8) 11 Hard disk drive enablement module (optional) 12 24-pin power connector 13 Front fan connector 14 Internal USB connector 21 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper 22 Front USB connector 2 (for connecting the card reader) 23
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    to the appropriate section in "Installing or replacing hardware" on page 29 for instructions on how to install or replace internal drives for your computer. Figure 5 "Drive bay locations" on page 12 shows the locations of the drive bays. Figure 5. Drive bay locations 12 ThinkStation User Guide
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    Optical drive bay (with an optical drive installed in some models) 2 Optical drive bay 3 Card reader bay 4 Hard disk drive bay or When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify your computer and provide faster service. The following is
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    help you optimize the use of your computer. Can I get my user guide in another language? The user guide is available in various languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkStationUserGuides Where are my recovery discs? Lenovo provides a program that enables you to create
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    function in the Windows Control Panel. Adjusting audio Sound is an important part of the computer experience. Your computer has a digital audio controller built into the system board. Some models also have a high-performance audio adapter installed in one of the PCI card slots. About your
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    the computer volume from Control Panel, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound. 2. In the Sound topic, click Adjust system volume. 3. Move the sliders up or down to raise or lower the volume of your computer. Using CDs and DVDs Your computer
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    Follow the instructions on the screen. For detailed information about using the Corel DVD MovieFactory program, see the help system for the program. You can also use Windows Media Player to record CDs and data DVDs. For more information, see "Help and Support" on page 101. 18 ThinkStation User Guide
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    work habits. Lenovo is committed to providing people with disabilities greater access to information and technology. As a result, the following information provides ways to help users system, others can be purchased through vendors, or accessed through the World Wide Web: http://www.lenovo support.
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    the computer power cord directly into an electrical outlet. • Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other areas where they might get kicked accidentally. For more information about power cords, see "Power cords and power adapters" on page vi. 20 ThinkStation User Guide
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    technical information and upgrades. When you register your computer, information is entered into a database, which enables Lenovo to contact you in case of a recall or other severe problem. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users. Moving your computer
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    For power cord information and part numbers, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/powercordnotice 22 ThinkStation User Guide
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    and computer theft recovery solution. The software system, do the following: 1. Properly install or close your computer cover. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 55. 2. Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program. Then press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program. The error
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    the rear of the computer. For security, store the keys in a secure place when you are not using them. Figure 7. Locking the computer cover 24 ThinkStation User Guide
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    Installing a padlock Your computer comes with a padlock loop so that the computer cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Figure 8. Installing a padlock Chapter 4. Security 25
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    ://www.lenovo.com/support Figure 9. Integrated cable lock Using passwords You can set a variety of passwords through the Microsoft Windows operating system and through the BIOS of your computer to help deter unauthorized use of your computer. BIOS passwords You can use the BIOS Setup Utility program
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    Depending on your version of the Windows operating system, you can use passwords for a variety of features, including controlling login access, access to shared resources, network access, and individual user settings. For more information, see "Help and Support" on page 101. Using and understanding
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    . • Always handle parts and other computer components carefully. Handle PCI cards, memory modules, system boards, and microprocessors instructions that come with the option to help you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option. © Copyright Lenovo
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    v. This section provides instructions on how to remove the power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect the power cords, Input/Output cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. See "Locating connectors, controls 10. Removing the computer cover 30 ThinkStation User Guide
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    : 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Remove the computer work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 55. Chapter 5. Installing
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    section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. Your computer has one standard PCI card slot, two PCI Express x4 card slots, and two PCI Express x16 graphics card slots. To install or replace a PCI card, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords
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    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 gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 13. Removing a PCI card 5. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package. Chapter 5. Installing or replacing
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    the appropriate slot on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 11. Figure 14. Installing a PCI card 7. Pivot the adapter card retainer to the closed position to secure the PCI card. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section
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    2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB DDR3 RDIMMs in any combination up to a maximum of 256 GB. • Always install DIMMs in the numerical order indicated in "Locating parts on the system board" on page 11. To install or replace a memory module, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all
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    the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips close. Figure 18. Installing a memory module 36 ThinkStation User Guide
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    cooler downward until it snaps into position. Reconnect the memory fan cable to the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 11. Figure 19. Installing the memory cooler What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete
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    drive, press the blue release button, and then slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer. Figure 20. Removing the optical drive 5. Install the optical drive retainer on the side of the new optical drive. Figure 21. Installing the optical drive retainer 38 ThinkStation User Guide
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    and the power cable to the new optical drive. Figure 23. Connecting the optical drive 8. Reinstall the front bezel. See "Removing and reinstalling the front bezel" on page 31. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. Chapter 5. Installing or replacing
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    instructions on how to install or replace a hard disk drive. Note: If you are installing a SAS hard disk drive, you must ensure that the SAS hard disk drive enablement module (one to three hard disk drives) or the LSI MegaRAID SAS adapter card is installed. To install power ThinkStation User Guide
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    corresponding holes in the hard disk drive. Figure 25. Installing the hard disk drive into the bracket Note: If you are installing a 2.5-inch hard disk drive, you need to install it into a 2.5 to 3.5-inch converter bracket first. Then install the 2.5-inch hard disk drive with the converter bracket
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    8. Slide the new hard disk drive and bracket into the hard disk drive bay until it snaps into position. Figure 27. Installing a hard disk drive 9. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive. Figure 28. Connecting a SATA hard disk drive 42 ThinkStation User Guide
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    disk drive. Figure 29. Connecting a SAS hard disk drive What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 55. Installing or replacing a hard disk drive enablement
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    with the plastic standoff on the system board and then position the module on the corresponding connector on the system board. Press the hard disk drive enablement module downward until it is secured in place. Figure 31. Installing a new hard disk drive enablement module 44 ThinkStation User Guide
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    and reinstalling the front bezel" on page 31. 4. Locate the card reader. See "Locating components" on page 10. 5. Disconnect the card reader cable from the front USB connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 11. Chapter 5. Installing or replacing hardware 45
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    6. Press the blue retaining clip to remove the card reader out of the chassis. Figure 32. Removing the card reader 7. Install the card reader retainer on the side of the new card reader. Figure 33. Installing the card reader retainer 46 ThinkStation User Guide
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    Installing the card reader 9. Reconnect the card reader cable to the front USB connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 11. 10 type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration). A
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    " on page 55. Replacing the power supply assembly Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the "Important safety information" on page v. This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. 48 ThinkStation User Guide
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    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. To replace the power supply assembly, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all
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    37. Removing the screws for the power supply assembly 6. Depress the power supply assembly latch 1 . Slide the power supply assembly to the front of the computer and then lift it out of the chassis. 7. Ensure that the new power supply assembly is the correct replacement. 50 ThinkStation User Guide
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    so that the screw holes in the power supply assembly align with those in the chassis. 9. Install and tighten the five screws to secure the power supply assembly. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 10. Reconnect the power supply assembly cables to the system board and each of the drives. 11
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    fan connector on the system board. 9. Follow the following sequence to install the four screws to secure 10. Connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 11. 52 ThinkStation User Guide
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    To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts " on page 10. 4. Disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the rear fan connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page
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    fan assembly cable to the rear fan connector on the system board. What to do next: • To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. • To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 55. Replacing the keyboard or mouse Attention
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    few days after the CRU arrives. Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Installation instructions are provided in readme files with the device-driver files. Chapter 5. Installing or replacing hardware 55
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    store the recovery media in a safe place after you have made them. Creating recovery media This section provides instructions on how to create recovery media. Note: On the Windows 7 operating system, you can create recovery media using discs or external USB storage devices. © Copyright Lenovo 2012
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    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. 2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 58 ThinkStation User
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    provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program. To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage
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    following instructions to use the rescue medium: 1. Attach the USB hard disk drive to one of the USB connectors on your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Please select boot device window opens, release the F12 key. 60 ThinkStation User Guide
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    about how to install the device driver. Follow the instructions to complete the installation. • 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 and Support information system for detailed
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    to see if your program has special installation instructions. • To reinstall most commercially available programs in your system, see Microsoft Windows help system for more information. • To reinstall selected application programs that came preinstalled from Lenovo, do the following: 1. Turn on the
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    It is important to create a rescue medium and a set of recovery media as early as possible and store them in a safe place for future use. Chapter 6. Recovery information 63
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    various items about the system configuration. To view or change settings, start the Setup Utility program. See "Starting the Setup Utility program" on page 65. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. You can use either the keyboard or the mouse to navigate through BIOS menu choices. The keys
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    installed Setup Utility program main menu, select Security. 3. Depending on the password type, select Set Power-On Password, Set Administrator Password, or Hard Disk Password. 4. Follow the instructions on the right side of the screen to set, change, or delete a password. 66 ThinkStation User Guide
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    the computer cover and connect the power cord. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 55. Enabling or disabling a device This section provides information on how to enable or disable user access to the following devices: USB Configuration SATA Configuration Use this option to enable or
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    Power On, and press Enter. 3. Select Wake Up on Alarm and press Enter. Then follow the instructions on the screen. 4. Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program. Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit. • Enabling the after power loss feature 68 ThinkStation User Guide
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    when the power supply resumes after a sudden loss of electricity. To enable the after power loss feature, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. 2. From the Setup Utility program main menu, select Power ➙ After Power Loss, and press Enter. 3. Select Power On and press Enter. 4. Press
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    setup using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility" on page 73 Configuring RAID with Intel RSTe If your computer comes with Intel RSTe, you can follow the sections below to configure RAID with Intel RSTe. This section provides information about the following topics: • "Installing SATA or SAS
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    RAID volumes using the Intel RSTe configuration utility This section provides instructions on how to use the Intel RSTe configuration utility to create RAID volumes. To create a RAID volume, do the following: 1. Enter the Intel RSTe configuration utility. See "Entering the Intel RSTe configuration
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    (not supported on SATA hard disk drives when the SAS hard disk drive enablement module is installed) c. Disks: Press Enter to enter the SELECT DISKS MENU window. Follow the instructions at the bottom of the menu to select hard disk drives, and then press Enter to complete the configuration. d. Strip
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    , do the following: 1. During the computer startup, follow the instructions on the screen. 2. Press Ctrl+H to enter the CONTROLLER SELECTION window. 3. Select the controller you want to configure, and then click Start to enter the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility. 74 ThinkStation User Guide
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    instructions on how to create RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility. To create RAID volumes using the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility, do the following: 1. Click Configuration Wizard on the WebBIOS main screen to enter the Choosing the Configuration Type window
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    Drive window is displayed. 3. Select Make Global HSP or Make Dedicated HSP, and then click Go. 4. The main screen of the LSI MegaRAID BIOS configuration utility is displayed, and the hard disk drive you selected is listed as a hot spare hard disk drive in the right pane. 76 ThinkStation User Guide
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    disc This section provides instructions on how to update (flash) the BIOS from a disc. Note: You can download a self-starting bootable disc image (known as an ISO image) with the system program updates to create a system-program-update disc. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support To update (flash) the
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    the BIOS from your operating system, do the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Do the following to locate the downloadable files for your machine type: a. In the Enter a product number field, type your machine type and click Go. b. Click Downloads and drivers. c. Select BIOS from
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    Update Web site. The device drivers provided on the Windows Web site have not been tested by Lenovo and using them might cause unexpected problems. Obtain updated device drivers from Lenovo. 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Click Download & Drivers. 3. Select the machine type of your
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    packages are stored on Lenovo servers and can be downloaded from the Lenovo Support Web site. Update packages can contain applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes, or software updates. When the System Update program connects to the Lenovo Support Web site, the System Update program automatically
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    and ensure trouble-free operation. CAUTION: Be sure to turn off the computer and monitor power switches before cleaning directly onto the display or the keyboard. Optical mouse This section provides instructions on how to clean an optical mouse. An optical mouse uses a 10. Preventing problems 81
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    computer supply driver updates, intermittent problems CD or DVD to recover from failures that prevent you from gaining access to the Windows environment or the Rescue and Recovery system also might have a backup program that you can use. Lenovo provides the Rescue and Recovery ThinkStation User Guide
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    to help you troubleshoot your computer problems. Note: If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. For a list of service and support telephone numbers, refer to the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer or go to the Lenovo Support Web site at
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    Setup Utility program" on page 65. 4. Go to the "Troubleshooting" on page 84 and follow the instructions for the type of problem you are experiencing. If the Troubleshooting information does not help you resolve a problem, continue with the next step. 5. Try using a previously captured configuration
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    " on page 94 • "Performance and lockup problems" on page 95 • "Printer problems" on page 96 • "Serial port problems" on page 97 • "Software problems" on page 97 • "USB problems" on page 98 Audio problems Select your symptom from the following list: • "No audio in Windows" on page 85 • "An audio disc
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    with the application or game for instructions on setting sound-card settings. • If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution Center program. If you need technical assistance, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on page 101. CD problems Select your symptom
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    If you are using the Windows 7 operating system, follow the action for "A CD or DVD does not work" on page 87. If this does not correct the problem, follow the action for "A CD or DVD does not work" on page 87. A CD or DVD does not work Symptom: A CD or DVD does not work. Actions: • Verify that the
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    to a DVD-ROM drive, make sure that the DVD disc is in the drive labeled "DVD". If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution Center program. If you need technical assistance, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on page 101. 88 ThinkStation User Guide
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    the LSI MegaRAID SAS adapter is installed. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution Center program. If you need technical assistance, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on page 101. "No Operating System Found" message or the system not starting from
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    device drivers for the mouse or pointing device are installed correctly. • If you are using a USB keyboard or mouse, verify that the USB connectors are enabled in the BIOS settings. See "Enabling or disabling a device" on page 67. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution
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    , disabling it or changing the settings might solve the problem. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution Center program. If you need technical assistance, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on page 101. Chapter 11. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 91
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    are installed. Refer to the documentation for the affected application program to see if device drivers are required. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution Center program. If you need technical assistance, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on
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    the distance is within acceptable limits but the problem persists, try a different cable. • The cable is installed properly. • You are using the correct device driver. On the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Device
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    any other installed adapters) to determine the resources required for each adapter. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Solution Center program. If you need technical assistance, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on page 101. 94 ThinkStation User Guide
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    device drivers are installed correctly. If these actions do not correct the problem, run the Lenovo Control Panel. 2. Click Programs. 3. Click Turn Windows features on or off. 4. A list of optional Windows components is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen. Chapter 11. Troubleshooting
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    , the more memory that is installed, the better the Windows operating system runs. Action: Install additional memory. For information about purchasing memory, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on page 101. For step-by-step instructions on installing memory, see "Installing or
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    problems. 1. Any device drivers and other software that came with the printer are correctly installed. 2. You have assigned the printer port correctly in your operating system, application program, or BIOS settings. For more information about BIOS settings, see Chapter 7 "Using the Setup
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    USB connector (see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 99 for instructions). If the USB device came with its own diagnostics, run those diagnostics against the USB device. If you need technical assistance, see Chapter 12 "Getting information, help, and service" on page 101. 98 ThinkStation User Guide
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    Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum system performance. Notes: • The Lenovo Solution Center program is available
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    as support for hardware, operating systems, application programs, network setup and configuration, and custom installations. • Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. • Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model. • Access the online manuals for
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    the warranty: • Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or non-warranted Lenovo parts • Identification of software problem sources • Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers 102 ThinkStation User Guide
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    , you can purchase additional services, such as support for hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration services; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installation services. Service availability and service name might vary by country
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    installed. Refer to the following table for the information on the supported system memory speed for your own computer model. Table 2. DIMM type and speed: PC3-10600E DIMM operating voltage Microprocessor model Intel Xeon E5-1603, E5-1607, E5-2603, E5-2609 1.5 V Intel Xeon E5-1620, E5-1650, E5
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    that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 107
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    the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo Rescue and Recovery ThinkStation ThinkVantage Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Intel and Intel Xeon are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries
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    Regulations (EAR) and has an Export Classification Control Number (ECCN) of 4A994.b. It can be • Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the
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    the installation of option cards from Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse B. Korea Class B compliance statement 110 ThinkStation User Guide
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    Japanese VCCI Class B statement Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Keyboard and mouse compliance statement for Taiwan Appendix C. Regulatory information 111
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    collective systems for reclaiming these end of life products. Users of lenovo.com/recycling Recycling information Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services
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    Lenovo em situação de descarte, ligue para o nosso SAC ou encaminhe um e-mail para: [email protected], informando o modelo, número de série e cidade, a fim de enviarmos as instruções para o correto descarte do seu produto Lenovo. Battery recycling information for Taiwan 114 ThinkStation User Guide
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    the metal concerned in the battery (Pb for lead, Hg for mercury, and Cd for cadmium). Users of batteries and accumulators must not dispose of batteries and accumulators as unsorted municipal and treatment, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/lenovo/environment Appendix D. WEEE and recycling information 115
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    Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) China RoHS Turkish RoHS The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (
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    India RoHS RoHS compliant as per E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011. 118 ThinkStation User Guide
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    102 diagnostics, troubleshooting 83 documentation, using 102 drivers, device 55 drives bays 12 © Copyright Lenovo 2012 specifications 12 DVI monitor connector 8 E environment, operating 4 Ethernet 2 Ethernet connector 9 exiting, Setup Utility 69 expansion 3 external options, installing 29 F failure
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    serial port 9 service and help 102 customer support center 102 getting 101 services other 103 purchasing additional 103 setting password 66 settings changing 65 viewing 65 Setup Utility 65 Setup Utility program, starting 65 Setup Utility, exiting 69 software recovering 57 solving recovery problems
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    , basic 83 troubleshooting, diagnostics 83 U updating (flashing) the BIOS 77 system programs 77 updating (flashing) the BIOS 78 USB 2.0 connector 9 USB 3.0 connector 9 using a rescue medium, creating and 60 diagnostic programs 102 documentation 102 other services 103 passwords 65 Setup Utility 65
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ThinkStation
User Guide
Machine Types:
0567, 0568, 0569, and 0606