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Ethernet

 

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Microphone

 

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mouse

 

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Serial

 

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User

 

Guide

Summary of Contents for ThinkCentre 7258

Page 1: ...Machine Types 7258 7260 7268 7270 7280 7296 7298 7304 7307 7413 7491 and 7508 ThinkCentre User Guide ...

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Page 4: ...d services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C F R 2 101 with limited and restricted rights to use reproduction and disclosure LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If products data computer software or services are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduction or disclos...

Page 5: ...Recovery workspace 49 Creating and using rescue media 50 Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette 51 Recovering or installing device drivers 52 Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence 53 Solving recovery problems 53 Chapter 4 Using the Setup Utility 55 Starting the Setup Utility program 55 Viewing and changing settings 55 Using passwords 55 Password considerations 56 Power On Password...

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Page 7: ...Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information Reading and understanding the safety information 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 ...

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Page 9: ...covers a variety of models For information about your specific model use the Setup Utility program See Chapter 4 Using the Setup Utility on page 55 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 Support for two DDR2 DIMMs d...

Page 10: ...al port one standard and one optional v Ethernet connector v One 25 pin Extended Capabilities Port ECP Extended Parallel Port EPP v Six USB connectors two on the front panel and four on the rear panel v Standard keyboard connector v Standard mouse connector v Three audio connectors audio line in audio line out and microphone on the rear panel v Two audio connectors microphone and headphone on the ...

Page 11: ...does an operating system device drivers to support built in features and other support programs are included Operating system preinstalled Microsoft Windows Vista Note The Windows Vista operating system might not be available or supported in all countries or regions Operating systems certified or tested for compatibility1 varies by model v Linux v Microsoft Windows XP 1 The operating systems liste...

Page 12: ...ckage Non operating 10 to 60 C 14 to 140 F without package Humidity Operating 10 to 80 10 per hour non condensing Non operating 10 to 90 10 per hour non condensing Maximum altitude Operating 50 to 10 000 ft 15 2 to 3 048 m Non operating 50 to 35 000 ft 15 2 to 10 668 m Electrical input Input voltage Low range Minimum 100 V AC Maximum 127 V AC Input frequency range 50 60 Hz Voltage switch setting 1...

Page 13: ...te ThinkVantage System Update TVSU is a software application that helps you keep the software on your system up to date by downloading and installing software packages TVT applications device drivers BIOS flashes and other third party applications Some examples of software that you should keep updated are programs provided by Lenovo such as the Rescue and Recovery program and the Productivity Cent...

Page 14: ...line books and the Lenovo Web site Antivirus software Your computer comes with antivirus software that you can use to detect and eliminate viruses Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your hard disk drive with a free 30 day subscription After 30 days you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus program updates For more information about updating your antivirus ...

Page 15: ...gure 1 shows the location of the connectors on the front of your computer Note Not all computer models have the following connectors 1 USB connector 3 Microphone connector 2 Headphone connector 4 USB connector Figure 1 Front connectors Chapter 1 Product overview 7 ...

Page 16: ...election switch some models 9 Ethernet connector 2 Power cord connector 10 Microphone connector 3 Standard mouse connector 11 Audio line out connector 4 Standard keyboard connector 12 Audio line in connector 5 Serial port 13 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot 6 Parallel port 14 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot 7 VGA monitor connector 15 PCI adapter card slots 2 8 USB connectors 4 16 Serial...

Page 17: ...ed to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech recognition software Parallel port Used to attach a parallel printer a parallel scanner or other devices that use a 25 pin parallel port Serial port Used to attach an external modem a serial printer or other devices that use a 9 pin serial port Standard keyboard connector Used to attach a keyboard that us...

Page 18: ...s in your computer 1 Microprocessor heat sink and fan assembly 6 PCI adapter card slot 2 Memory slots 2 7 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot 3 Battery 8 Cover presence Intrusion switch some models 4 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot 9 Rear fan assembly 5 PCI adapter card 10 Power supply assembly Figure 3 Component locations 10 User Guide ...

Page 19: ...dio connector 5 Diskette drive connector 16 Internal speaker connector 6 24 pin power connector 17 PCI adapter card slots 2 7 Battery 18 PCI Express x1 adapter card slot 8 Cover presence Intrusion switch connector 19 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter card slot 9 SATA connectors 4 20 System fan connector 10 Clear CMOS Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor Recovery jumper 21 4 pin power connector 1...

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Page 21: ...rts and other computer components v Before you replace a new part touch the static protective package containing the part to a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds This reduces static electricity in the package and your body v When possible remove the new part from the static protective packaging and install it directly in the compute...

Page 22: ... computer cool before removing the computer cover Important Be sure to read and understand Handling static sensitive devices on page 13 before removing the computer cover This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover To remove the computer cover 1 Remove any media from the drives shut down your operating system and turn off all attached devices and the computer 2 Unplug al...

Page 23: ...ess the cover release button on the side of the computer cover and slide the computer cover to the rear to remove Figure 5 Removing the computer cover Chapter 2 Installing options and replacing hardware 15 ...

Page 24: ...until it snaps into position on the left side 4 To complete the installation go to Completing the parts replacement on page 43 Installing or replacing a memory module Your computer has two slots for installing DDR2 DIMMs double data rate 2 dual inline memory modules that provide up to a maximum of 4 GB of system memory When installing memory modules use the following guidelines v Use 1 8 V 240 pin...

Page 25: ...w 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 7 Opening the retaining clips Figure 8 Removing the memory module Figure 9 Positioning the memory module Chapter 2 Installing options and replacing hardware 17 ...

Page 26: ...ard slot one PCI Express x16 adapter card slot and two PCI adapter card slots See Identifying parts on the system board on page 11 To install or replace an adapter card 1 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 14 2 At the rear of the computer press the release button 1 to open the adapter latch 2 If you are installing an adapter card remove the appropriate slot cover If ...

Page 27: ...e adapter card retaining latch 1 as shown to disengage the latch Grasp the adapter card and then gently pull the adapter card out of the slot 3 Remove the new adapter card from its static protective package 4 Install the adapter card into the appropriate slot on the system board 5 Pivot the adapter card latch to the closed position to secure the adapter card Figure 11 Closing the adapter card latc...

Page 28: ...d other types of media Some of the types of drives that are available for your computer are v Serial Advanced Technology Attachment SATA hard disk drives v SATA optical drives such as CD drives or DVD drives v Removable media drives Note These types of drives are also referred to as integrated drive electronics IDE drives Internal drives are installed in bays In this manual the bays are referred t...

Page 29: ...in each bay 1 Bay 1 Maximum height 43 mm 1 7 inches v Optical drive such as CD drive or DVD drive preinstalled in some models v 5 25 inch hard disk drive 2 Bay 2 Maximum height 43 mm 1 7 inches v Optical drive such as CD drive or DVD drive v 5 25 inch removable media drive 3 Bay 3 Maximum height 25 8 mm 1 inch 3 5 inch diskette drive or card reader preinstalled in some models 4 Bay 4 Maximum heigh...

Page 30: ...n page 16 Note Notice the spare retainer 1 attached to the side of the upper drive cage 3 Pull the metal static shield outward to remove it from the drive bay 4 If you are installing a drive with accessible media such as an optical drive remove the plastic panel in the bezel for bay 1 or bay 2 by squeezing the plastic tabs that secure the panel on the inside of the bezel 5 Remove the retainer from...

Page 31: ...nnecting a SATA drive A SATA optical drive or a SATA hard disk drive can be connected to any available SATA connector 1 Locate the signal cable that comes with the new drive 2 Locate an available SATA connector on the system board See Identifying parts on the system board on page 11 3 Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to an available SATA connector on the system board ...

Page 32: ... http www lenovo com support This section provides instructions on how to replace the primary hard disk drive Important When you receive a new hard disk drive you also receive a set of Product Recovery discs The set of Product Recovery discs enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory installed state For more information on recovering factory installed software refer ...

Page 33: ... from the chassis by sliding it outward 6 Pull on the blue handle 3 to release and remove the hard disk drive from the drive cage 7 Flex the sides of the blue plastic bracket enough to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket Figure 17 Removing the primary hard disk drive Chapter 2 Installing options and replacing hardware 25 ...

Page 34: ...pin 2 pin 3 and pin 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive 9 Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive cage until it snaps into position Figure 18 Installing the hard disk drive into bracket 26 User Guide ...

Page 35: ... metal latch 2 pivot the drive cage into place and then slide it forward until it snaps into position Note There are two arrows one on the upper drive cage and one on the hard disk drive cage The arrows are aligned when the hard disk drive is in the proper position 13 Go to Completing the parts replacement on page 43 Figure 19 Installing the primary hard disk drive and bracket Chapter 2 Installing...

Page 36: ... receive a set of Product Recovery discs The set of Product Recovery discs enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory installed state For more information on recovering factory installed software refer to Chapter 3 Recovery information on page 47 To replace the secondary hard disk drive 1 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 14 2 Locate t...

Page 37: ...stic bracket enough to remove the hard disk drive from the bracket 8 To install the new hard disk drive into the blue bracket flex the bracket and align pin 1 pin 2 pin 3 and pin 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive Figure 21 Installing the hard disk drive into bracket Chapter 2 Installing options and replacing...

Page 38: ... Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Important safety information in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included 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 optical dri...

Page 39: ...l it on the new drive 5 Slide the new optical drive into the bay from the front until it snaps into position 6 Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the optical drive 7 Go to Completing the parts replacement on page 43 Figure 23 Removing the optical drive Figure 24 Retainer for optical drive Chapter 2 Installing options and replacing hardware 31 ...

Page 40: ...ive or card reader Note The artwork in this section shows how to replace the diskette drive To replace the card reader the procedure is the same as replacing the diskette drive To replace the diskette drive or card reader 1 Remove the computer cover See Removing the computer cover on page 14 2 Remove the front bezel See Removing and installing the front bezel on page 16 3 Disconnect the signal cab...

Page 41: ...your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Important safety information in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included 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 Re...

Page 42: ... is 200 240 V AC set the switch to 230 V 7 Install the new power supply assembly into the chassis so that the screw holes in the power supply assembly align with those in the chassis 8 Install the four screws to secure the power supply Note Use only the screws provided by Lenovo 9 Reconnect the power supply cables to the system board and the drives 10 Go to Completing the parts replacement on page...

Page 43: ...or fan connector on the system board 5 Remove the four screws 1 that secure the heat sink and fan assembly to the system board Note Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage to the system board The four screws cannot be removed from the heat sink and fan assembly 6 Lift the failing heat sink and fan assembly off the system board Notes a You might have to g...

Page 44: ...on Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Important safety information in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that was included 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 fan assembly To replace the front fan asse...

Page 45: ...g them or cutting them with scissors 5 Remove the front fan assembly out of the chassis 6 Install the new front fan assembly by aligning the rubber mounts of the front fan assembly with the holes on the chassis and push the rubber mounts through the holes Figure 29 Removing the front fan assembly Chapter 2 Installing options and replacing hardware 37 ...

Page 46: ...ounts until the fan assembly is in place 8 Connect the front fan assembly cable to the power fan connector on the system board 9 Go to Completing the parts replacement on page 43 Figure 30 Installing the front fan assembly 38 User Guide ...

Page 47: ...4 2 Locate the rear fan assembly See Locating components on page 10 3 Disconnect the rear fan assembly cable from the system fan connector on the system board See Identifying parts on the system board on page 11 4 The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts Carefully remove the four rubber mounts from the rear of the chassis by breaking them or cutting them with scissors...

Page 48: ...nts until the rear fan assembly is in place 8 Connect the rear fan assembly cable to the system fan connector on the system board 9 Go to Completing the parts replacement on page 43 Figure 32 Replacing the rear fan assembly 40 User Guide ...

Page 49: ...ng system and turn off all attached devices and the computer 2 Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets 3 Locate the keyboard connector Note Your keyboard might be connected to a standard keyboard connector 1 or a USB connector 2 Depending on where your keyboard is connected see Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 8 or Locating connectors on the front of your computer on...

Page 50: ...t down your operating system and turn off all attached devices and the computer 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 8 or Locating connectors on the front of y...

Page 51: ...osition the computer cover on the chassis so that the rail guides on the bottom of the computer cover engage the rails Then push the computer cover closed until it snaps into position 3 If the cover is secured with thumbscrews install them 4 If a cover lock is installed lock the cover 5 Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer See Locating connectors on the rear of your comput...

Page 52: ...ped in Make sure that any security cables you install do not interfere with other computer cables Integrated cable lock An integrated cable lock sometimes referred to as the Kensington lock can be used to secure your computer to a desk table or other non permanent fixture The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key The cable lock also locks th...

Page 53: ...ection v To complete the installation go to Completing the parts replacement on page 43 Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing CMOS This section contains instructions on erasing some lost or forgotten passwords such as a user password For more information about lost or forgotten passwords go to the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program See ThinkVantage Productivity Center on page 69 for ...

Page 54: ... power cord See Completing the parts replacement on page 43 6 Restart the computer and leave it on for approximately 10 seconds Turn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately five seconds The computer will turn off 7 Repeat step 1 through step 3 on page 46 8 Move the Clear CMOS Recovery jumper back to the standard position pin 1 and pin 2 9 Close the computer cover and connect...

Page 55: ...restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the same state as when the computer was originally shipped from the factory Product Recovery discs are useful if you transfer the computer to another area sell the computer recycle the computer or as a last resort put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed As a precautionary measure it is important to crea...

Page 56: ...ation see Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence on page 53 4 In the Rescue and Recovery menu click Restore your system 5 Follow the instructions on the screen Insert the appropriate Product Recovery disc when prompted To use Product Recovery discs on Windows Vista do the following Attention When you restore the factory contents from the Product Recovery discs all files currently on the h...

Page 57: ... recovery operations even if the Windows operating system cannot be started You can perform the following recovery operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace v Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to locate files on your hard disk drive and transfer them to a network drive or other recordable media such as a USB hard disk driv...

Page 58: ...e instructions on the screen v For information about other features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace click Help Notes 1 After restoring a hard disk drive to the original factory contents you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices See Recovering or installing device drivers on page 52 2 Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled If you need to rec...

Page 59: ...on see Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence on page 53 Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment use a Recovery Repair diskette to repair the Rescue and Recovery workspace or repair a file needed to enter the Windows environment It is important to create a Recovery Repair diskette as soon as pos...

Page 60: ...ory 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 drive 3 Open the C SWTOOLS folder 4 Open the DRIVERS folder Within the DRIVERS folder are several subfolders that are named for various devices installed in your computer for example AUDIO or VIDEO 5 Open the appropriate device ...

Page 61: ...g the Setup Utility on page 55 Solving recovery problems If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment you can v Use your rescue media CD DVD or USB hard disk drive to start the Rescue and Recovery workspace See Creating and using rescue media on page 50 for details v Use a Recovery Repair diskette to repair the Rescue and Recovery workspace or repair a f...

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Page 63: ...Password PAP has been set the Setup Utility program menu is not displayed until you type your password For more information see Using passwords The Setup Utility program might start automatically when POST detects that hardware has been removed or new hardware has been installed in your computer Viewing and changing settings The Setup Utility program menu lists items that identify system configura...

Page 64: ...a password prompt is displayed each time you try to access the Setup Utility program If both the Power On Password and Privileged Access Password are set you can type either password However to change any configuration settings you must use your Privileged Access Password Setting changing and deleting a password To set change or delete a password do the following Note A password can be any combina...

Page 65: ...ve the settings select Discard Changes and Exit Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up from a device such as the disc diskette or hard disk drive as expected use one of the following procedures to select a startup device Selecting a temporary startup device Use this procedure to start up from any start device Note Not all discs hard disk drives and diskettes are bootable 1 T...

Page 66: ...anced settings On some computer models the Advanced menu includes a setting to enable or disable HyperThreading This feature works only with HyperThreading aware operating systems such as Windows Vista The default setting for HyperThreading is Enabled However if you select Set Defaults and are using an operating system other than Windows Vista your computer performance might be degraded Therefore ...

Page 67: ... the Lenovo Web site at http www lenovo com Instructions for using the POST BIOS updates are available in a TXT file that is included with the update files For most models you can download either an update program to create a system program update flash disc or an update program that can be run from the operating system Note You can download a self starting bootable CD DVD image known as an ISO im...

Page 68: ...ernal drives 2 Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets and remove the computer cover Refer to Removing the computer cover on page 14 3 Access the system board Refer to Removing and installing the front bezel on page 16 4 Locate the Clear CMOS Recovery jumper on the system board Refer to Identifying parts on the system board on page 11 5 Remove any cables that impede access to the Clear CMOS...

Page 69: ... any cables that were disconnected and reinstall the computer cover Refer to Completing the parts replacement on page 43 17 Turn on the computer to restart the operating system Chapter 5 Updating system programs 61 ...

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Page 71: ...warranty information that is provided with your computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers The monitor screen is blank Verify that v The monitor cable is securely attached to the rear of the monitor and to the rear of the computer v The monitor power cord is plugged into the monitor and into a working electrical outlet v The monitor is turned on and the brightness and contrast co...

Page 72: ...rrect 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 The operating system will not start Verify that v There is no diskette in the diskette drive v The startup sequence includes the device where the operating system resides Usually the operating system is on the hard disk dr...

Page 73: ...gnose the computer problem The Lenovo System Toolbox also has problem determination aids that determine software and usage problems PC Doctor for Windows PE The PC Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace on each Lenovo computer Use PC Doctor for Windows PE if you are unable to start the Windows operating system or if Lenovo System Toolbox has not been ...

Page 74: ...ive set as a startable device See Selecting a startup device on page 57 for instructions on how to change the startup device 4 When the diagnostics program opens follow the instructions on the screen 5 When the program finishes be sure to remove the disc from the drive 6 Select the diagnostic test you want to run Press the F1 key for additional help Cleaning the mouse This section provides instruc...

Page 75: ...p so that the retainer ring and ball fall out into your hand 5 Wash the ball in warm soapy water then dry it with a clean cloth 6 Blow air carefully into the ball cage 4 to dislodge dust and lint 7 Look for a buildup of dirt on the plastic rollers 3 inside the ball cage This buildup usually appears as a stripe running across the middle of the rollers 8 If the rollers are dirty clean them by using ...

Page 76: ...11 Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer 12 Turn your computer back on 68 User Guide ...

Page 77: ...een installed on your computer a message will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe 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 of Adobe Reader rather than the version p...

Page 78: ...y setup warranty and notices Read and understand all safety information before using this product Lenovo Web site http www lenovo com The Lenovo Web site provides up to date information and services to help you buy upgrade and maintain your computer You can also do the following v Shop for Desktop and notebook computers Monitors Projectors Upgrades and accessories Special offers v Purchase additio...

Page 79: ...re repair If the problem is caused by hardware under warranty trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service v Engineering Change management There might be changes that are required after a product has been sold Lenovo or your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes ECs that apply to your hardware available These items are not covered by the warranty v R...

Page 80: ...n countries might not be able to service all models of a particular machine type In some countries fees and restrictions 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 tech...

Page 81: ...information could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors Changes are periodically made to the information herein these changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time without notice The products described in this document are not intended for u...

Page 82: ...tion technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States other countries or both Lenovo Rescue and Recovery The Lenovo logo ThinkCentre ThinkVantage Wake...

Page 83: ...ivers 44 installing 52 recovering 52 devices handling static sensitive 13 diagnostics programs using 71 diagnostics troubleshooting 63 disc creating product recovery 47 diskette drive or card reader replacing 32 diskette creating and using a recovery repair 51 documentation using 71 drivers device 44 drives bays 21 internal 20 specifications 21 E environment operating 4 Ethernet 2 Ethernet connect...

Page 84: ...On password 56 Privileged Access password 56 product recovery disc creating 47 productivity center ThinkVantage 69 programs updating system 59 protection password 45 purchasing additional services 72 R rear connectors 8 rear fan assembly replacing 39 recovering device drivers 52 from a POST BIOS update failure 60 information 47 recovery boot block 60 operations backup and 48 problems solving 53 re...

Page 85: ...ing basic 63 troubleshooting diagnostics 63 U updating flashing BIOS 59 antivirus software 6 system programs 59 updating flashing BIOS 60 USB connector 9 using diagnostic programs 71 documentation 71 other services 72 passwords 55 recovery repair diskette creating and using 51 rescue media creating and 50 Setup Utility 55 utility program starting 55 V VGA monitor connector 9 video subsystem 1 view...

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