Lenovo ThinkCentre M76 (English) User Guide

Lenovo ThinkCentre M76 Manual

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    ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 3120, 3122, 3126, and 3128
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    product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and Appendix A "Notices" on page 79. Second Edition (December 2011) © Copyright Lenovo 2011. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration
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    the parts replacement . . . . . 52 Obtaining device drivers 53 or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 59 Solving recovery problems 59 Chapter Troubleshooting and diagnostic programs 69 Basic troubleshooting 69 Diagnostic programs 70 Lenovo Solution Center 70 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 71 PC
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    75 Information resources 75 Online Books folder 75 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 75 Lenovo Welcome 76 Access Help 76 Safety and warranty 76 Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) . . 76 Lenovo Support Web site 76 Help and service 77 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs 77 Calling
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    reduces the risk of personal injury and or damage to your product. If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, you can obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo® Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support © Copyright Lenovo 2011 iii
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    specifications, software programs provided by Lenovo, and locations of connectors, components, parts on the system board, and internal Phenom™ II microprocessor • AMD Sempron™ microprocessor Memory module(s) Your computer supports up to four double data rate 3 dual inline memory modules (DDR3 DIMMs
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    and Power Interface (ACPI) • Automatic power-on startup • Desktop Management Interface (DMI) • Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) • System the front of your computer" on page 7 and "Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer" on page 7. Expansion • One ThinkCentre User Guide
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    ) • Startup sequence control • Startup without keyboard or mouse • Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock. See operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the publication of this manual. This list is subject to change
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    The following software programs are provided by Lenovo to help you improve productivity and reduce the cost associated with maintaining your computer. Software programs provided with your computer might vary depending on your model type and preinstalled operating system. 4 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    to help you diagnose computer problems, get help, and recover manually before enabling its features. To install the Password Manager program, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools, and double-click Password Vault. 2. Follow the instructions device drivers, BIOS
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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. See "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 70 for detailed
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    Microphone connector 7 Headphone connector 8 USB connector (USB port 1) Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer Figure 2 "Rear connector and part locations" on page 8 shows the locations of the connectors and parts on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your
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    Figure 2. Rear connector and part locations 1 Power cord connector 2 PS/2 keyboard connector line-out connector DVI monitor connector Ethernet connector Description Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a use a Category 5 Ethernet cable. 8 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    Connector Microphone connector PS/2 keyboard connector PS/2 mouse connector Serial port USB connector VGA monitor connector Description Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech-recognition software. Used to attach a keyboard that uses a PS/2
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    models) 9 Cover presence switch (Intrusion switch) 10 Hard disk drive 11 PCI card (installed in some models) 12 Heat sink fan duct Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 "System board part locations" on page 11 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. 10 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    Figure 4. System board part locations 1 Microprocessor 2 Microprocessor fan connector 3 Memory slots (4) 4 Thermal sensor connector computer to read other types of media. Internal drives are installed in bays. In this manual, the bays are referred to as bay 1, bay 2, and so on. Your computer comes
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    appropriate section in "Installing or replacing hardware" on page 13 for instructions on how to install or replace internal drives for your computer. Figure 5 "Drive bay - Card reader drive bay 2 Bay 3 - SATA hard disk drive bay (with a 3.5-inch hard disk drive installed) 12 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Notes: 1. Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. 2. When installing or replacing an option, use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option
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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 computer" on page 7 and "Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer" on page 7.
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    understanding 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 remove and reinstall the front
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    and understanding 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 access the system board
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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 . See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 8. Remove any parts that might prevent
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    ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. Your computer has two standard PCI card slots, one PCI Express x1 card slot, and one PCI Express x16 graphics card slot. 18 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    To install or replace a PCI card, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Open the computer cover. See "Opening the computer cover" on page 14. 3. Rotate the PCI card retainer to the open position. 4. Depending on whether you are
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    "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. Figure 13. Installing the PCI card 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 52. 20 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    and understanding 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 the card
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    6. Install the card reader bracket to the chassis. Then push the bracket to the left to align the screw hole in the bracket with the corresponding hole in the chassis. Figure 14. Installing the card reader 22 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    reader 8. Pivot the optical drive bay upward and connect the card reader cable to one of the USB connectors on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 9. Reinstall the front bezel. See "Removing and reinstalling the front bezel" on page 15. Note: You might have
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    drive bay upward and disconnect the card reader cable from the USB connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 6. Remove the screw that secures the card reader bracket. Then, the two screws to secure the card reader to the bracket. 24 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    9. Install the card reader bracket to the chassis. Then push the bracket to the left to align the screw hole in the bracket with the corresponding hole in the chassis. Figure 18. Installing the card reader Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware 25
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    of the USB connectors on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 12. Reinstall 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 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    on page 14. 3. Locate the battery. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 4. Remove 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
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    drive 5. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the hard disk drive to completely remove the hard disk drive from the chassis. 28 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    6. Flex the retaining clips as shown to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket. Figure 23. Removing the hard disk drive from the bracket 7. To install a new hard disk drive into the bracket, flex the bracket and align pin 1 , pin 2 , pin 4 , and pin 5 on the bracket with the corresponding holes
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    understanding 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
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    5. Press the blue retaining clip to pivot the optical drive bay upward. Figure 25. Pivoting the optical drive bay 6. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the optical drive. Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware 31
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    7. Press the optical drive lock 1 and slide the optical drive out of the rear of the drive bay assembly. Figure 26. Removing the old optical drive 8. Install the optical drive retainer on the side of the new optical drive. Figure 27. Installing the optical drive retainer 32 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    and understanding 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 heat sink and
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    Disconnect the heat sink and fan assembly cable from the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 4. Follow this sequence to remove the four screws that secure on the bottom of the heat sink and fan assembly. 34 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    4 , and then fully tighten screw 3 . 9. Connect the new heat sink and fan assembly cable to the microprocessor fan connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware 35
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    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. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected
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    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. To replace the power supply assembly, do the following: 1. Remove all media from the
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    5. Remove the two screws that secure the heat sink fan duct, and then lift the heat sink fan duct out of the chassis. Figure 32. Removing the heat sink fan duct 38 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    6. Pivot the optical drive upward and disconnect the power supply assembly cables from all drives and from power connectors 1 and 2 on the system board. Figure 33. Power connectors on the system board Note: You might also need to release the power supply assembly cables from some cable clips or
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    secure the new power supply assembly in place. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. Figure 35. Installing the power supply assembly 10. Connect the new power supply assembly cables to all drives and the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 40 ThinkCentre 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
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    page 14. 3. Locate the system board and disconnect all cables connected to the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 4. Remove the heat sink and fan assembly with the fan duct of the microprocessor socket. Figure 38. Removing the microprocessor 42 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    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 look for the small triangle 1 on one corner of the microprocessor. This is important when installing the new microprocessor on the system board
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    understanding 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 internal speaker
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    the internal speaker. See "Locating components" on page 10. 5. Disconnect the internal speaker cable from the internal speaker connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware 45
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    6. Remove the screw that secures the cover presence switch (intrusion switch) and remove the cover presence switch from the chassis. Figure 41. Removing the cover presence switch 46 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    7. Push the internal speaker outward through the hole 1 to disengage it from the two metal tabs on the chassis. Then, slide the internal speaker to the right to remove it from the chassis. Figure 42. Removing the internal speaker 8. Align the new internal speaker with the two metal clips on the
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    speaker 9. Reconnect the internal speaker cable to the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 10. Position the cover presence switch so that the screw hole in the cover presence switch is aligned with the corresponding hole in the chassis. 48 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    and understanding 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 front audio and
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    and USB assembly cables from the system board and note the cables routing. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 10. 5. Remove the screw that secures the front audio complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 52. 50 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    computer" on page 7 or "Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer" on page 7. 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
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    your computer" on page 7 or "Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computer" on page 7. Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU). Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. 52 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    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. Basic security features There are several security options available to help you prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access
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    reconnect all cables. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 52. 13. Turn on the computer. Your password has been erased and you can use the Setup Utility program to set a new password. See Chapter 4 "Using the Setup Utility program" on page 61 for more information. 54 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    device drivers" on page 59 • "Solving recovery problems" on manually before enabling its features. To install the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following: a. Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools, and double-click Enhanced Backup and Restore. b. Follow the instructions
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    This section provides instructions on how to perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system. To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 56 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    Then, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the backup operation. Performing a recovery operation This section provides instructions on how to system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. The
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    the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools instructions on how to use the rescue medium you have created. • If you have created a rescue medium using a disc, use the following instructions to use the rescue medium: 1. Turn off your computer. 58 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    created a rescue medium using a USB hard disk drive, use the following instructions to use the rescue medium: 1. Attach the USB hard disk drive to DRIVERS subdirectory. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Other device drivers
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    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. 60 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    the Setup Utility program. See "Starting the Setup Utility program" on page 61. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. When working with the Setup Utility program, you must use the keyboard. The keys . If you decide to set a password, read the following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2011 61
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    menu, select Security ➙ Set Power-On Password or Set Administrator Password. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to set, change, or delete a password. Note: A password can a device This section provides instructions on how to enable or disable user access to a device. 62 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    Setup ➙ SATA Controller to enable or disable the devices connected to the SATA connectors on the system board. • Select USB Setup and follow the instructions on the screen to enable or disable the USB connector(s) of your choice. 4. Select the desired settings and press Enter. 5. Press Esc to return
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    settings, select Exit ➙ Discard Changes and Exit. • If you want to return to the default settings, press F9 or select Exit ➙ Load Optimal Defaults. 64 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    , they are available as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com. Instructions for using the POST and BIOS updates are available updates to create a system-program-update disc. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support To update (flash) the BIOS from a disc, do the following:
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    to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Do drivers. c. Select BIOS from the Refine results drop-down list box to easily locate all the BIOS related links. d. Click the BIOS update link. 3. Click the TXT file that contains the instructions "Completing the parts replacement" on page ThinkCentre User Guide
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    any cables that have been removed or disconnected. 13. Close the computer cover and reconnect power cords and all other external cables. See "Completing the parts replacement" on page 52. 14. Turn on the computer and remove the disc from the optical drive. Chapter 5. Updating system programs 67
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    . Note: If you cannot solve the problem after doing the basic troubleshooting, have the computer serviced. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer for the safety and warranty information and the list of service and support telephone numbers. You can also get
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    the Lenovo Solution Center program on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ System Health and Diagnostics. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information, refer to the Lenovo Solution Center help system. 70 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    computer problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and view system information. To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ System Health and Diagnostics. Follow the instructions
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    Cleaning the mouse This section provides instructions on how to clean an optical or non-optical mouse. Optical mouse An optical mouse uses a light- mouse. Note: The illustration might be slightly different from your mouse. 1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage 72 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    retainer ring. Twist the retainer ring to the locked position. 11. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 12. Turn your computer back on. Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and diagnostic programs 73
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    message will be displayed when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Reader installation. 2. The publication is available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. If you want to install a different language version of
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    You can also get the latest service and support telephone numbers and a PDF version of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Before using the information in this manual and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand
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    parts details • User guides and manuals • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions Help and service This section provides information about obtaining help and service. Using the documentation and diagnostic programs If you experience problems with your computer, see Chapter 6 "Troubleshooting
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    phone numbers for your country or region, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support and click Support phone list or refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that is provided with your computer. Note: The service and support phone numbers are subject to change without notice. If the number
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    Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead. However, it is the user other life support applications are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product,
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    mero de série e cidade, a fim de enviarmos as instruções para o correto descarte do seu produto Lenovo. Battery recycling information for Taiwan Battery recycling information for the European Union Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU). 80 ThinkCentre User Guide
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    mercury, and Cd for cadmium). Users of batteries and accumulators must not lenovo.com/lenovo/environment Trademarks Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, Rescue and Recovery, ThinkCentre, and ThinkVantage are trademarks of Lenovo service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Appendix A. Notices 81
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    diagnostic programs, troubleshooting 69 diagnostic programs, using 77 documentation, using 77 drivers, device 53 drives © Copyright Lenovo 2011 bays 11 75 information 75 service 75 H hard disk drive, replacing 27 heat sink and fan assembly replacing 33 help Access Help 76 and service 77 getting 75
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    56 optical drive, installing or replacing 30 optical mouse 72 P parts replacement, completing 52 password considerations 62 erasing 54 lost or forgotten 54 setting, changing, deleting 62 password protection 53 84 ThinkCentre User Guide PC-Doctor for DOS 71 PCI card 18 installing, replacing 18
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    , creating and 58 diagnostic programs 77 documentation 77 other services 78 passwords 61 Setup Utility program 61 V VGA monitor connector 9 video subsystem 1 © Copyright Lenovo 2011 viewing or changing settings 61 W warranty information 76 Web site, Lenovo 76 workspace, backup and recovery 57 85
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    Part Number: 0A94223 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 0A94223 *0A94223*
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ThinkCentre
User Guide
Machine Types:
3120, 3122, 3126, and 3128