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    ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 7522, 7560, 7610, and 7705
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    ThinkCentre User Guide
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    information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and "Notices," on page 65. Second Edition (June 2009) © Copyright Lenovo 2009. All rights reserved. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively
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    and diagnostics 55 Basic troubleshooting 55 Diagnostic programs 56 Lenovo System Toolbox 57 PC-Doctor for Windows PE 57 PC-Doctor for DOS 58 Cleaning the mouse 58 Optical mouse 58 Non-optical mouse 59 Chapter 7. Getting information, help, and service 61 Information resources 61
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    iv User Guide
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    manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safety information for this product. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide Guide, you can obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo® Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support © Copyright Lenovo 2009
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    vi User Guide
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    Utility," on page 47. Microprocessor v Intel® Celeron® processor v Intel Celeron dual-core processor v Intel Pentium® dual-core processor v Intel Core™ 2 Duo processor v Intel Core 2 Quad processor v Internal cache (size varies by model type) Memory v Supports up to two DDR2 DIMMs (double data rate
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    bay for a card reader (some models) v One PCI 32-bit adapter card slot v One PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot (varies by model type) Power v 280-watt auto-sensing power supply v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support 2 User Guide
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    fingerprint reader (some models) v Power-On Password (POP) and Administrator Password computer might come with preinstalled software. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the
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    Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 317 mm (12.48 inches) Height: 99 mm (3.9 inches) Depth: 355 mm (13.98 inches) Weight V AC Maximum: 240 V AC Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz Voltage-selection switch setting: 230 V AC 4 User Guide
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    or can be purchased for computers that support this option. Lenovo System Toolbox The Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program is preinstalled on your hard disk drive. This diagnostic program works through the Windows operating system to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system
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    Windows PE diagnostic program is preinstalled on your hard disk drive. It is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace on each Lenovo computer to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled settings that can cause hardware failures. Use the PC-Doctor for Windows PE if you are
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    are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer. Figure 2. Rear connector locations 1 Serial port (some models) 2 Power cord connector 3 Standard mouse connector 4 Standard keyboard connector 5 Serial port 6 Parallel port 7 VGA monitor connector 8 USB connectors
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    and the audio line-in connector of the computer. Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers), attach a VGA monitor or other devices that use a VGA monitor connector. 8 User Guide
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    cover, see "Opening the computer cover" on page 12. Figure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Hard disk drive 2 Heat sink and fan assembly 3 Internal speaker 4 Optical drive 5 Memory slots 6 Power supply assembly Chapter 1. Product
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    connector 7 Cover presence (Intrusion) switch connector 8 Microprocessor 9 4-pin power connector 10 Front panel connector 11 Memory slots (2) 12 Front USB connectors (2) 13 Serial (COM 2) connector 14 Power fan connector 15 24-pin power connector 16 SATA connectors (2) 17 Clear CMOS (
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    information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. Installing external options External speakers, a printer, or
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    " in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to open the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off the computer and wait three to five
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    copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. Your computer has two slots for installing or replacing DDR2 DIMMs (double data rate 2 dual inline memory modules) that provide up
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    guidelines: v Use 1.8 V, 240-pin, DDR2 DIMMs (double data rate 2 dual inline memory modules). v Use 512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB memory be used. To install or replace a memory module: 1. Open the computer cover. See "Opening the computer cover" on page 12. 2. Pivot the drive bay assembly upward to Guide
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    the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace an adapter card. Your
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    retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch. Grasp the adapter card and then gently pull the adapter card out of the slot. 16 User Guide
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    internal drives This section provides instructions on how to install the internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and drive electronics (IDE) drives. Internal drives are installed in bays. In this manual, the bays are referred to as bay 1, bay 2, and so on.
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    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) Any disk drive Optical drive, such as a CD drive or a DVD drive (preinstalled in some models) 5.25-inch hard disk drive 18 User Guide
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    Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions to the cable connections and connect the signal cable and the power cable for the drive. 6. Continue at "Connecting a SATA drive"
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    signal cable to the drive and the other end to the available SATA connector on the system board. 4. Locate one of the extra five-wire power connectors and connect it to the drive. Figure 15. Connecting a SATA drive What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate
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    Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions remove it from the computer. Figure 16. Removing the hard disk drive 5. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the
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    Do not touch the circuit board on the bottom of the hard disk drive. 8. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive. 9. Install the new hard disk drive and bracket into the rear retainer and position. 10. Go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 35. 22 User Guide
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    the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. To replace the
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    from the old optical drive and then install it on the left side of the new optical drive. Figure 19. Installing the retainer 24 User Guide
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    new optical drive 7. Connect the signal and power cables to the rear of the optical Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the battery. Your computer
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    5. Reinstall the computer cover and connect the cables. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 35. Note: When the computer is turned on be displayed. This is normal after replacing the battery. 6. Turn on the computer and all attached devices. 7. Use the Setup Utility program to set the
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    ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. To replace the power supply assembly: 1. Remove the
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    See "Replacing the hard disk drive" on page 21. Figure 24. Power connectors on the system board 6. Remove the power supply assembly cables from the cable clips and ties. 7. Slide the power supply assembly away from the chassis and remove it from the computer. 28 User Guide Figure 25. Removing the
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    secure the power supply assembly. Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 10. Reconnect all the power supply assembly Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions
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    sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. 7. Go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 35. 30 User Guide
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    the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat
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    is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. 9. Make sure that the small handle is in the raised position. 32 User Guide
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    10. Remove the protective cover 2 that protects the gold contacts on the new microprocessor 1 . 11. Hold the new microprocessor and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket, or align the small triangle on one corner with the corresponding beveled corner of the
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    ://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard. To replace the keyboard: 1. Remove any media from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Locate
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    2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Locate the connector for the mouse. Note: Your mouse might be connected to a standard mouse connector 1 or a USB connector 2 . Depending on where your mouse is connected, see "Locating connectors on the rear of your computer" on page 7 or "
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    come with the CRU or will come a 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. 36 User Guide
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    lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo by searching on Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Figure 30. Integrated cable lock Password protection To deter
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    instructions power switch for approximately five seconds. 6. Repeat step 1 and step 2. 7. Move the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper back to the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2). 8. Close the computer cover and connect the power cord. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 35. 38 User Guide
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    discs v Performing backup and recovery operations v Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace v Creating and using rescue media v Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette v Recovering or installing device drivers v Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence v Solving recovery problems Notes
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    Recovery discs to restore your computer to the factory-installed contents, perform a custom factory recovery, or perform other rescue and recovery operations such as rescuing individual files. v Windows Vista: use Product Recovery discs to restore your computer to the factory-installed contents
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    of your hard disk drive v On a secondary hard disk drive installed in your computer v On an externally attached USB hard disk drive v On a network drive to select backup operation options. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen. To perform a restore operation using the Rescue and Recovery program
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    perform recovery operations even if the Windows operating system cannot be started. You can perform perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, you can perform computer. 2. Restart your computer. recovery problems" on follow the instructions on the instructions on the screen.
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    drivers for some devices. See "Recovering or installing device drivers" on page 44. 2. Some computers . Note: The recovery operations you can perform using rescue media vary depending on the hard disk drive. 3. Click OK. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen. Note: For Windows Vista, use rescue
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    factory-installed devices also are available at: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support To reinstall a device driver for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. Start your computer and operating system. 2. Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to display the directory structure of your hard disk
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    want to install, click Have Disk and Browse. Then select the appropriate device driver file from the device subfolder. v In the device subfolder, look for a SETUP.EXE file. Double-click SETUP.EXE and follow the instructions on the screen. Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Before you
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    defined as a startup device in the BIOS startup sequence. For more information, see "Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence" on page 45. 46 User Guide
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    computer is already on when you computer. 2. Press and hold the F1 key, and then turn on the computer on the computer. b. If a Power-On Password your computer. Viewing The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed computer and data. The following types of passwords are available: v Power
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    Power-On Password When a Power-On Password is set, the user is prompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on. The computer several computers, you program. If both the Power-On Password and Administrator Utility program menu, select Set Power-On Password or Set Administrator
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    Exit → Save Changes and Exit. Note: If you do not want to save the settings, select Discard Changes and Exit. Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up from a device such as the CD-ROM, diskette, or hard disk drive as expected, use one of the following procedures to
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    other than Windows Vista, 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 → Save Changes and Exit. Otherwise, your changes will not be saved. 50 User Guide
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    into your computer. They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the Setup Utility program. POST is a set of tests and procedures that are performed each time you turn on your computer. BIOS is a layer of software that translates instructions from other
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    http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. instructions to download, extract, and install the update. Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure If the power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS is being updated (flash update), your computer might not restart correctly. If this happens, perform
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    15. Close the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computer and monitor to electrical outlets. 16. Turn on the computer to restart the operating system. Chapter 5. Updating system programs 53
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    "Connecting your computer" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. Refer to the safety and warranty information that is provided with your computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 55
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    problem, have the computer serviced. Refer to the safety and warranty information that is provided with your computer for a list of service and support diagnostic programs preinstalled on your computer: v Lenovo System Toolbox (used to diagnose problems while running the Windows operating system
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    symptoms and solutions for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. To run the Lenovo System Toolbox, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional
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    which you are using the mouse. If you have a very intricate picture or pattern beneath the mouse it may be difficult for the digital signal processor (DSP) to determine changes in the mouse position. 5. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 6. Turn your computer back on. 58 User Guide
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    following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse. 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3. Turn the mouse upside down. Twist the retainer ring 1 to the Twist the retainer ring to the locked position. Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 59
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    11. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 12. Turn your computer back on. 60 User Guide
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    view the PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Acrobat Reader installation. 2. The publications that are preinstalled on your computer are available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. If you want to install a different language version
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    . v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model. v Access the online manuals. v Access the Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty. v Access troubleshooting and support information for your computer model and
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    to help you troubleshoot your computer problem, see "Information resources" on page 61. If you suspect a software problem, see the and download device drivers and updates. To access these pages, follow the instructions at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Calling for service During the warranty
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    might apply at the time of service. To determine whether your computer is eligible for International Warranty Service and to view a list of the countries where service is available, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support, click Warranty, and follow the instructions on the screen. For technical
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    operation of any other product, program, or service. Lenovo may have patents or pending patent applications for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. Any performance data
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    Microsoft group of companies. Celeron, Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks
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    13 components, internal 9 computer cover opening 12 connecting support center 63 D device drivers 36 installing 44 recovering 44 devices, handling static-sensitive 11 diagnostics programs, using 63 diagnostics, troubleshooting G getting help 61 information 61 service 61 H hard disk drive, replacing 21
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    support 2 features 2 power supply assembly, replacing 27 Power-On Password 48 power-on self-test (POST) 51 Product Recovery discs, creating and using 39 programs, updating system 51 protection, password 37 68 User Guide purchasing additional services 64 R rear connectors 7 recovering device drivers
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    , basic 55 troubleshooting, diagnostics 55 U updating (flashing) BIOS 51 system programs 51 updating (flashing) BIOS 52 USB connector 8 using diagnostic programs 63 documentation 63 other services 64 passwords 47 Recovery Repair diskette, creating and using 44 rescue media, creating and
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    Part Number: 53Y6289 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 53Y6289
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Machine Types:
7522, 7560, 7610, and 7705
ThinkCentre
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