IBM ThinkCentre 8143 User Manual

IBM ThinkCentre 8143 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    ™ ThinkCentre User Guide Types 8143, 8144, 8146 Types 8422, 8423, 8427...
  • Page 3 ™ ThinkCentre User Guide Types 8143, 8144, 8146 Types 8422, 8423, 8427...
  • Page 4 Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the “Important safety information” on page v and Appendix D, “Notices,” on page 43. Second Edition (June 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights – Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    . 25 General safety guidelines . . vi Service . . vi Chapter 2. Using the IBM Setup Utility Power cords and power adapters . . vi Extension cords and related devices . . vii program ....27 Plugs and outlets .
  • Page 6 User Guide...
  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    Follow and retain all information included with your IBM computer. The information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty. Customer safety is important to IBM. Our products are developed to be safe and effective.
  • Page 8: General Safety Guidelines

    Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the IBM Support Center. Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to repair your particular product.
  • Page 9: Extension Cords And Related Devices

    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 IBM for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with IBM approved parts.
  • Page 10: Heat And Product Ventilation

    Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a replacement from the battery manufacturer.
  • Page 11: Additional Safety Information

    Additional safety information DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet.
  • Page 12: Lithium Battery Notice

    CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. When replacing the battery, use only IBM Part Number 33F8354 or an equivalent type battery recommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
  • Page 13: Laser Compliance Statement

    Laser compliance statement Some IBM 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.
  • Page 14 DANGER: Certains modèles d’ordinateurs personnels sont équipés d’origine d’une unité de CD-ROM ou de DVD-ROM. Mais ces unités sont également vendues séparément en tant qu’options. L’unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est un appareil à laser. Aux État-Unis, l’unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est certifiée conforme aux normes indiquées dans le sous-chapitre J du DHHS 21 CFR relatif aux produits à...
  • Page 15: Overview

    It also includes basic troubleshooting information, software recovery procedures, help and service information, and warranty information. Access IBM, on your desktop, provides a link to more information about your computer. If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date manuals for your computer are available from the World Wide Web.
  • Page 16 User Guide...
  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Installing Options

    System information The following information covers a variety of models. For a listing of the features for your specific model, refer to the IBM Setup Utility program. See Chapter 2, “Using the IBM Setup Utility program,” on page 27. Microprocessor (varies by model type) ®...
  • Page 18 Remote Program Load (RPL) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) v Wake on LAN v Wake on Ring (in the IBM Setup Utility program, this feature is called Serial Port Ring Detect for an external modem) v Remote Administration...
  • Page 19 Diskette and hard disk I/O control v Serial and parallel port I/O control v Security profile by device IBM preinstalled software Your computer might come with preinstalled software. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are included.
  • Page 20: Available Options

    You can also obtain information by calling the following telephone numbers: v Within the United States, call 1-800-IBM-2YOU (1-800-426-2968), your IBM reseller, or IBM marketing representative. v Within Canada, call 1-800-565-3344 or 1-800-IBM-4YOU. v Outside the United States and Canada, contact your IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. User Guide...
  • Page 21: Specifications

    Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Heat output (approximate) in British thermal units (Btu) per hour: Height: 492 mm (19.4 in.) Minimum configuration: 256 Btu/hr (75 watts) Width: 175 mm (6.9 in.) Maximum configuration: 1058 Btu/hr (310 watts) Depth: 450 mm (17.7 in.) Airflow Weight...
  • 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. Note: Not all computer models will have the following connectors. IEEE 1394 connector Microphone connector USB connector Headphone connector USB connector Chapter 1.
  • 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. Diagnostic LEDs PS/2 mouse connector Voltage selection switch USB connectors (4) Power connector USB connectors (2) Audio line out connector Ethernet connector Audio line in connector...
  • Page 25: Obtaining Device Drivers

    Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ on the World Wide Web. Installation instructions are provided in README files with the device-driver files. Chapter 1. Installing options...
  • Page 26: Removing The Cover

    Removing the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 6 before removing the cover. To remove the cover: 1. Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer. 2.
  • Page 27: Locating Components

    The system board (sometimes called the planar or motherboard) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are IBM-installed or that you can install later. Chapter 1. Installing options...
  • Page 28: Installing Memory

    The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 12V power connector SATA 1 IDE connector Diskette drive connector Cover presence switch connector Speaker connector Power supply connector DIMM connector 4 PCI Express x16 graphics slot DIMM connector 3 PCI Express x1 slot DIMM connector 2 PCI slot...
  • Page 29 1.8 V and can be used in any combination of 256 MB, 512 MB, and 1 GB sizes. Note: The type of memory required is also indicated in text near the IBM logo on the system board. To install a DIMM: 1.
  • Page 30: Installing Adapters

    Installing adapters This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing adapters. Your computer has four expansion slots. There are two slots for PCI adapters, one for a PCI Express x16 adapter, and one for a PCI Express x1 adapter. To install an adapter: 1.
  • Page 31: Installing Internal Drives

    Also, it is important to correctly connect the internal drive cables to the installed drive. Drive specifications Your computer comes with the following IBM-installed drives: v An optical drive in bay 1 (some models) v A 3.5-inch diskette disk drive in bay 4 v A 3.5-inch hard drive in bay 5...
  • Page 32 The following list describes the types and size of drives you can install in each bay: 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) v Optical drive such as CD and DVD (preinstalled in some models) v 3.5-inch hard disk drive (requires a special mounting bracket) v 5.25-inch removable media drive 2 Bay 2 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.)
  • Page 33: Installing A Drive In Bay 1 Or Bay 2

    Installing a drive in bay 1 or bay 2 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 10. 2. Remove the front bezel by pushing the blue release button as shown. 3. Remove the static shield from the drive bay by using a flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry it loose.
  • Page 34: Installing A Hard Disk Drive In Bay 3

    Refer to the documentation that comes with your drive for master/slave jumper information. 6. Install a retainer bracket on the side of the drive. 7. Install the drive into the bay until it snaps into position. 8. Continue at “Connecting drives” on page 20. Installing a hard disk drive in bay 3 1.
  • Page 35 3. Remove the knockout from drive bay 3 by using a flat-blade screwdriver to pry it loose. 4. PATA drives must be jumpered as either a master or a slave device. SATA hard disk drives do not require either a master or a slave device jumper. If you are installing an SATA hard disk drive, continue to step 6.
  • Page 36: Connecting Drives

    7. Install the drive into the bay until it snaps into position. 8. Continue at “Connecting drives.” Connecting drives The steps to connect a drive are different depending on the type of drive. Use one of the following procedures for your drive connection. Connecting the first optical drive 1.
  • Page 37: Connecting A Serial Ata Hard Disk Drive

    3. Locate the extra four-wire power connector and connect it to the drive. Connecting a serial ATA hard disk drive A serial hard disk drive can be connected to any available SATA IDE connector. 1. Locate the signal cable that comes with the new drive. 2.
  • Page 38: Integrated Cable Lock

    The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key. This is the same type of lock used with many laptop computers. You can order a cable lock directly from IBM. Go to http://www.pc.ibm.com/support and search on Kensington.
  • Page 39: Padlock

    Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop such that the cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the IBM Setup Utility program to set passwords. See “Using passwords” on page 27. What to do next v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
  • Page 40: Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos)

    9. Turn on the computer and all attached devices. 10. Use the IBM Setup Utility program to set the date and time and any passwords. See Chapter 2, “Using the IBM Setup Utility program,” on page 27.
  • Page 41: Replacing The Cover And Connecting The Cables

    4. Install any cover locking devices such as a cable lock or padlock as necessary. 5. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Installing external options” on page 6. 6. To update the configuration, see Chapter 2, “Using the IBM Setup Utility program,” on page 27. Chapter 1. Installing options...
  • Page 42 User Guide...
  • Page 43: Chapter 2. Using The Ibm Setup Utility Program

    2. Press and hold the F1 key then turn on the computer. When you hear multiple beeps, release the F1 key. Note: If a user password or an administrator password has been set, the IBM Setup Utility program menu is not displayed until you type your password.
  • Page 44: User Password

    Administrator Password. After you set an Administrator Password, a password prompt is displayed each time you try to access the IBM Setup Utility program. If both the user and administrator passwords are set, you can type either password.
  • Page 45: Setting, Changing, And Deleting A Password

    2. From the IBM Setup Utility program menu, select Security. 3. Select Security Profile by Device. 4. Select the desired devices and settings and press Enter. 5. Return to the IBM Setup Utility program menu and select Exit and then Save Settings. Selecting a startup device...
  • Page 46: Selecting A Temporary Startup Device

    Load Default Settings on the Exit menu. Exiting from the IBM Setup Utility program When you finish viewing or changing settings, press Esc to return to the IBM Setup Utility program menu (you might have to press Esc several times). If you want to save the new settings, select Save Settings before you exit.
  • Page 47: Appendix A. Updating System Programs

    They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the IBM Setup Utility program. POST is a set of tests and procedures that is performed each time you turn on your computer. BIOS is a layer of software that translates instructions from other layers of software into electrical signals that the computer hardware can understand.
  • Page 48: Recovering From A Post/Bios Update Failure

    8. 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

    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. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 50 3. Place your hand over the retainer ring and ball 2 , and then turn the mouse over, top side up, so that the retainer ring and ball fall out into your hand. 4. Wash the ball in warm, soapy water then dry it with a clean cloth. Blow air carefully into the ball cage 4 to dislodge dust and lint.
  • Page 51: Appendix C. Manual Modem Commands

    Dial one of the four telephone numbers (n=0-3) stored in the modem non-volatile memory. Commands are not echoed Commands are echoed Escape Characters - Switch from Data Mode to Command Mode (T.I.E.S. Command) Force modem on-hook (hang up) © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 52 Command 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 Internal speaker always on...
  • Page 53: Extended At Commands

    Extended AT commands Command Function &C_ &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 Turn on CD when remote carrier is present &D0 &D_ Modem ignores the DTR signal &D1 Modem returns to Command Mode after DTR toggle &D2 Modem hangs up, returns to the Command Mode after DTR toggle &D3 Resets modem after DTR toggle...
  • Page 54: Mnp/V.42/V.42Bis/V.44 Commands

    Command Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W_ &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile as Profile 1 Disable auto-retrain Enable auto-retrain +MS? Displays the current Select Modulation settings +MS=? Displays a list of supported Select Modulation options +MS=a,b,c,e,f Select modulation where: a=0, 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11,...
  • Page 55: Fax Class 1 Commands

    Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n Data/Fax Auto Answer +FCLASS=n Service Class +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC framing Receive data +FRM=n +FRS=n Receive silence +FTH=n Transmit data with HDLC framing +FTM=n Transmit data +FTS=n Stop transmission and wait Fax Class 2 commands +FCLASS=n Services class.
  • Page 56: Voice Commands

    +FPHCTO Phase C time out. +FPOLL Indicates polling request. +FPTS: Page transfer status. +FPTS= Page transfer status. +FREV? Identify revision. +FSPT Enable polling. +FTSI: Report the transmit station ID. Voice commands Select Baud Rate #BDR #CID Enable Caller ID detection and reporting format Select Data, Fax or Voice/Audio #CLS #MDL?
  • 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.
  • Page 58 User Guide...
  • Page 59: Appendix D. Notices

    Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this IBM product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.
  • Page 60: Television Output Notice

    Television output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory-installed television-output feature. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation.
  • Page 61: Index

    27 PATA connector 12 physical specifications 5 power Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) IBM Setup Utility 27 support 3 information resources xiii Advanced Power Management support 3 input/output (I/O) connectors 12 features 2 © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004...
  • Page 62 9 setup utility 27 system board connectors 12 identifying parts 11 location 12 memory 4, 12 system programs 31 USB connectors 9 using IBM Setup Utility program 27 passwords 27 security profile by device 29 video, subsystem 2 User Guide...
  • Page 64 Part Number: 19R0450 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 19R0450...

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