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Lenovo ThinkCentre A35 8139 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Guide Type 8139...
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  • Page 4 RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo Group Limited, if any, or the standard terms of this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to accept this Program under these terms, then we provide this Program under the provisions set forth in Commercial Computer Software–Restricted Rights at FAR 52.227-19, when applicable, or under Rights in...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Password protection Changing the battery . Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) . © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005. Replacing the cover and connecting the cables . Chapter 2. Using the CMOS Setup . vi .
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  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005. ™ Statement of Limited Warranty.

  • Page 8: General Safety Guidelines

    Note: If you notice these conditions with a product (such as an extension cord) that is not manufactured for or by Lenovo, stop using that product until you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions, or until you get a suitable replacement.

  • Page 9: Power Cords And Power Adapters

    Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer. Never wrap a power cord around the power adapter or other object. Doing so can stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack or crimp. This can present a safety hazard.

  • Page 10: Batteries

    In addition many mobile products such as ThinkPad notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts.

  • Page 11: Cd And Dvd Drive Safety

    For your safety and to maintain optimum computer performance, always follow these basic precautions with your desktop computer: v Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in. v Regularly inspect the outside of the computer for dust accumulation.

  • Page 12: Lithium Battery Notice

    v Disconnect the attached power cords, telecommunications systems, networks, and modems before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. v Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following table when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To connect: 1.

  • Page 13: Laser Compliance Statement

    Laser compliance statement Some personal computer models are equipped from the factory with a CD-ROM drive or a DVD-ROM drive. CD-ROM drives and DVD-ROM drives are also sold separately as options. CD-ROM drives and DVD-ROM drives are laser products. These drives are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products.
  • Page 14 User Guide...

  • Page 15: Overview

    Links to other useful sources of information v Support phone list To access this information, point your browser to http://www.lenovo.com/think/support © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005. ® program, on your desktop, provides a link to more information xiii...
  • Page 16 User Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Installing Options

    The following information covers a variety of models. For information for your specific model, use the CMOS Setup Utility. See Chapter 2, “Using the CMOS Setup Utility program,” on page 27. © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005.
  • Page 18 Microprocessor (varies by model type) ® v Intel Pentium v Intel Celeron v Internal cache (size varies by model type) Memory v Support for two double data rate (DDR) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) v 4 Mb flash memory Internal drives v Internal Parallel ATA hard disk drive v Optical drive (some models) v Diskette drive...
  • Page 19 1. The operating systems listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press. Additional operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the publication of this booklet. Corrections and additions to this list are 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.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Height: 374 mm (14.72 in.) Width: 180 mm (7.09 in.) Depth: 458 mm (18.03 in.) Weight Minimum configuration as shipped: 9.1 kg 20.06 lb) Maximum configuration: 10.2 kg (22.5 lb) Environment Air temperature: System on: 10°...

  • Page 21: Available Options

    Within the United States, call 1-800-426-2968, your Lenovo reseller, or Lenovo marketing representative. v Within Canada, call 1-800-565-3344 or 1-800-426-2968. v Outside the United States and Canada, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Tools required To install some options in your computer, you might need a flat-blade or Phillips screwdriver.

  • Page 22: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

    Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options. When you add an option, do not open the static-protective package containing the option until you are instructed to do so. When you handle options and other computer components, take these precautions to avoid static electricity damage: v Limit your movement.

  • Page 23: Locating The Connectors On The Front Of Your Computer

    Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the front of the computer. 1 USB connector 2 USB connector 3 Microphone connector 4 Headphones connector Chapter 1. Installing options...

  • Page 24: Locating The Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer. Note: Some computer models have the following connectors. 1 Power connector 2 Voltage switch 3 Mouse connector 4 Keyboard connector 5 Serial connector 6 Parallel connector...
  • Page 25 Note: Some computer models have the following connectors. 1 Power connector 2 Voltage switch 3 Mouse connector 4 Keyboard connector 5 Serial connector 6 Parallel connector 7 VGA monitor connector 8 USB connectors Note: Some connectors on the rear of the computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer.
  • Page 26 Connector Mouse connector Keyboard connector Serial connector Parallel connector Audio line out connector Audio line in connector Microphone connector MIDI/joystick connector USB connectors Ethernet connector User Guide Description Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector. Used to attach a keyboard that uses a standard keyboard connector.

  • Page 27: Obtaining Device Drivers

    Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/ on the World Wide Web. Installation instructions are provided in README files with the device-driver files. Removing the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices”...

  • Page 28: Locating Components

    Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1 Microprocessor and heat sink 2 Memory modules 3 AGP connector Identifying parts on the system board The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer.
  • Page 29 The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board for some models. 1 Microprocessor fan connector 2 Microprocessor and heat sink 3 Memory connector 1 4 Memory connector 2 5 Power connector 6 Diskette drive connector 7 Primary IDE connector 8 Secondary IDE connector 9 Battery 10 Fan connector...

  • Page 30: Installing Memory

    The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board for some models. 1 Microprocessor and heat sink 2 Microprocessor fan connector 3 Memory connector 1 4 Memory connector 2 5 Power connector 6 Diskette drive connector 7 Primary IDE connector 8 Secondary IDE connector 9 Fan connector Installing memory...

  • Page 31: Installing Adapters

    3. Open the retaining clips. 4. Position the memory module over the memory connector. Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the connector key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close.
  • Page 32 3. Remove the adapter from its static-protective package. 4. Install the adapter into the appropriate slot on the system board. 5. Secure the adapter with the screw as shown. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the cables”...

  • Page 33: Installing Internal Drives

    Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for removing and replacing internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. You can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and to enable your computer to read other types of media.
  • Page 34 The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays. The following table describes some of the drives you can install in each bay and their height requirements. 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) 2 Bay 2 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) 3 Bay 3 - Maximum height: 25.8 mm (1.0 in.) 4 Bay 4 - Maximum height: 25.8 mm (1.0 in.) You can obtain a Universal Adapter Bracket, 5.25 to 3.5-inch, from a local computer retail or...

  • Page 35: Installing A Drive

    Installing a drive To install an internal drive, follow these steps: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 11. 2. Remove the two screws at the rear of the right side cover and slide the cover to the rear to remove.
  • Page 36 4. Remove the front bezel by removing the two screws and releasing the six plastic tabs inside the chassis and then completely remove the bezel. 5. Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into one of the slots and gently prying it loose. User Guide...
  • Page 37 6. Remove the plastic panel in the bezel for bay 2 by squeezing the plastic tabs that secure the panel on the inside of the bezel. 7. Make sure the drive that you are installing is set correctly as either a master or a slave device.

  • Page 38: Installing Security Features

    The steps to connect a drive are different depending on the type of drive you are connecting. Use one of the following procedures for your drive connection. Connecting the first CD drive or DVD drive 1. Locate the three-connector signal cable that comes with your computer or with the new drive.

  • Page 39: Padlock Loop

    Padlock loop Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop that locks the cover to your computer when a padlock is installed. Using a padlock at least or at 5 mm or 3/16-inch can secure your computer cover to help prevent unauthorized people from gaining access to the inside of your computer.

  • Page 40: Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos)

    Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To change the battery: 1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Unplug the power cord and remove the cover. See “Identifying parts on the system board”...

  • Page 41: Replacing The Cover And Connecting The Cables

    5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3). Note: If only two pins exist on the system board, place the jumper across the 6. Replace the cover and connect the power cord. See “Replacing the cover and connecting the cables.”...
  • Page 42 3. Position the cover on the chassis so that the guides on the top and bottom of the cover engage the chassis and push the cover to the closed position. Insert the screws that secure the cover. 4. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Installing external options”...

  • Page 43: Chapter 2. Using The Cmos Setup Utility Program

    You do not have to set a password of either type to use your computer. However, if you decide to set either one, read the following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005.

  • Page 44: User Password

    User password The user password feature deters unauthorized persons from gaining access to your computer. Setting, changing, or deleting a user password To set or change a user password, do the following: Note: A password can be any combination of up to eight characters (A- Z, a-z, and 0-9).

  • Page 45: Selecting A Startup Device

    4. When prompted to confirm the password, type the password again. If you type the password correctly, the password will be installed. To delete a previously set administrator password, do the following: Note: When prompted for a password, you must type your administrator password.
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  • Page 47: Appendix A. Updating System Programs

    Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the system programs. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on the World Wide Web (see the Quick Reference).

  • Page 48: Recovering From A Post/Bios Update Failure

    3. Print these instructions. This is very important since they are not on the screen after the download begins. 4. From your browser, Click Back to return to the list of files. Carefully follow the printed instructions to download, extract, and install the update. Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure If power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS is being updated (flash update), your computer might not restart correctly.

  • Page 49: Appendix B. Cleaning The Mouse

    If the pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse, you might need to clean the mouse. Note: The following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse. 1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005.
  • Page 50 To clean a mouse with a ball: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Turn the mouse over, with the top side down, and look carefully at the bottom. Twist the retainer ring 1 to the unlocked position to remove the ball. 3.

  • Page 51: Appendix C. Manual Modem Commands

    Basic AT commands In the following listings, all default settings are printed in bold text. Command DS=n © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005. Function Manually answer incoming call. Repeat last command executed. Do not precede A/ with AT or follow with ENTER.
  • Page 52 Command Sr=n User Guide Function Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy Display product-identification code Factory ROM checksum test Internal memory test Firmware ID Reserved ID Low speaker volume Low speaker volume Medium speaker volume High speaker volume Internal speaker off Internal speaker on until carrier detected...

  • Page 53: Extended At Commands

    Extended AT commands Command &C_ &D_ &F_ &G_ &K_ &M_ &P_ &R_ &S_ &T_ &V Function &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 Turn on CD when remote carrier is present &D0 Modem ignores the DTR signal &D1 Modem returns to Command Mode after DTR toggle &D2 Modem hangs up, returns to the Command...

  • Page 54: Mnp/V.42/V.42Bis/V.44 Commands

    Command &W_ +MS? +MS=? +MS=a,b,c,e,f MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Command &Q_ +DS44=0, 0 +DS44=3, 0 +DS44? +DS44=? User Guide Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile as Profile 1 Disable auto-retrain Enable auto-retrain Displays the current Select Modulation settings...

  • Page 55: Fax Class 1 Commands

    Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n +FCLASS=n +FRH=n +FRM=n +FRS=n +FTH=n +FTM=n +FTS=n Fax Class 2 commands +FCLASS=n +FAA=n +FAXERR +FBOR +FBUF? +FCFR +FCLASS= +FCON +FCIG +FCIG: +FCR +FCR= +FCSI: +FDCC= +FDCS: +FDCS= +FDIS: +FDIS= +FDR +FDT= +FDTC: +FET: +FET=N +FHNG +FLID= +FLPL +FMDL?

  • Page 56: Voice Commands

    +FPHCTO +FPOLL +FPTS: +FPTS= +FREV? +FSPT +FTSI: Voice commands #BDR #CID #CLS #MDL? #MFR? #REV? #VBQ? #VBS #VBT #VCI? #VLS #VRA #VRN #VRX #VSDB #VSK #VSP #VSR #VSS #VTD #VTM #VTS #VTX User Guide Phase C time out. Indicates polling request. Page transfer status.
  • Page 57 Attention Switzerland User: If your Swisscom phone line does not have Taxsignal switched OFF, modem function may be impaired. The impairment may be resolved by a filter with the following specifications: Telekom PTT SCR-BE Taximpulssperrfilter-12kHz PTT Art. 444.112.7 Bakom 93.0291.Z.N Appendix C.
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  • Page 59: Appendix D. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

  • Page 60: Television Output Notice

    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 ThinkCentre ThinkPad...

  • Page 61: Index

    (I/O) features 2 installing options adapters 15 internal drives 19 memory 14 © Copyright Lenovo 2005. © Portions Copyright IBM Corp. 2005. installing options (continued) memory modules 14 security features 22 keyboard connector 8, 9, 10 locating components 12...
  • Page 62 recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure 32 removing the cover 11 replacing the cover 25 security features 3, 22 serial connector 8, 9, 10 system board connectors 13, 14 identifying parts 12 location 13, 14 memory 5, 14 system programs 31 USB connectors 8, 9, 10 VGA monitor connector 8, 9 video, subsystem 2...
  • Page 64 Part Number: 7TA43-001 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 7TA43-001...

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