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- Page 1 ™ ThinkCentre User Guide Types 8424, 8425, 8428 Types 8171, 8172, 8173...
- Page 3 ™ ThinkCentre User Guide Types 8424, 8425, 8428 Types 8171, 8172, 8173...
- Page 4 Note 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 41. First Edition (April 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. US Government Users Restricted Rights –...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Important safety information ..v Conditions that require immediate action . General safety guidelines . Service . Power cords and power adapters . Extension cords and related devices . Plugs and outlets . Batteries . Heat and product ventilation . - Page 6 User Guide...
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Page 7: Important Safety Information
Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or power supplies that are cracked, broken or damaged. v Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks or fire. © Copyright IBM Corp. 2004 ® personal computer. Follow ® or the product... -
Page 8: General Safety Guidelines
v Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, creases), discharge from a battery, or a buildup of foreign substances on the battery. v A cracking, hissing or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the product. v Signs that liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the computer product, the power cord or power adapter. -
Page 9: Extension Cords And Related Devices
Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles. Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter. -
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 v Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. v Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product. v When possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. v Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage.
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Page 12: Lithium Battery Notice
Connexion: 1. Mettez les unités hors tension. 2. Commencez par brancher tous les cordons sur les unités. 3. Branchez les câbles d’interface sur des connecteurs. 4. Branchez les cordons d’alimentation sur des prises. 5. Mettez les unités sous tension. Lithium battery notice CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. -
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 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...
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Page 15: Chapter 1. Overview
Chapter 1. Overview Thank you for selecting an IBM the latest advances in computer technology and can be upgraded as your needs change. Instructions for installing external and internal options are included in this publication. When adding an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come along with the option. -
Page 16: Features
Features This section provides an overview of the computer features and preinstalled software. System summary The following information covers a variety of models. For a listing of features for your specific model, go to Chapter 3, “Using the IBM Setup Utility,” on page 25. - Page 17 v System Management (SM) BIOS and SM software v Ability to store POST hardware test results Input/output features v 1 PCI Slot v 1 PCI Express x1 slot with support for PCI-e DVI-D Connection Adapter v 25-pin Parallel Port v Two 9-pin serial connectors v Eight USB 2.0 connectors (two on front panel and six on rear panel) ®...
- Page 18 v Startup without diskette drive, keyboard, or mouse v 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 comes with preinstalled software. An operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are included.
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Page 19: Available Options
Operating systems (preinstalled) (varies by model) Note: Not all countries or regions will have these operating systems. v Microsoft v Microsoft Windows XP Professional Available options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives –... -
Page 20: Specifications
Specifications This section lists certain specifications for your computer. For the latest specification information, see the User Guide for your computer model and type at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/support/ Dimensions Width: 12.2 inches (310 mm) Height: 3.35 inches (85 mm) Depth: 14.1 inches (358 mm) Weight Minimum configuration as shipped: 7.3 kg (16 lbs) Maximum configuration: 8.5 kg (18.7 lbs) -
Page 21: Supported Operating Positions
Supported operating positions To provide proper air flow to internal components, you must position your computer in one of the positions as illustrated below. Chapter 1. Overview... - Page 22 User Guide...
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Page 23: Chapter 2. Installing Options
Chapter 2. Installing options This chapter provides instructions for installing optional memory, PCI adapters, drives, and security features. When installing an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option. Important Before you install or remove any option, read “Important safety information” on page v. -
Page 24: Locating Controls And Connectors On The Front Of Your Computer
Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows locations of the controls and connectors on the front of your computer. Cover keylock (some models) CD or DVD drive Hard disk drive activity indicator Power-on indicator Power button User Guide USB connectors (2) -
Page 25: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows locations of connectors on the rear of your computer. Power cord connector Cable lock latch Rope clip (U-bolt) holes PCI and PCI express adapter slots Serial connectors (2) Ethernet connector USB connectors (2) VGA monitor connector... -
Page 26: Opening The Cover
Opening the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 9 before opening the cover. To open 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
Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. Diskette drive lock DIMM (memory) connectors (2) Battery PCI riser Power supply assembly CD or DVD drive (hard disk drive is under the CD drive) CD or DVD drive lock Chapter 2. -
Page 28: Accessing System Board Components And Drives
Accessing system board components and drives You might need to rotate the drive bay assembly upward and remove the PCI riser and adapters to access system board components such as memory, the battery, the Clear CMOS/BIOS recovery jumper and to access the drives. To access system board components and the drives: 1. -
Page 29: Identifying Parts On The System Board
Identifying parts on the system board 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. The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. -
Page 30: Installing Memory
Installing memory Your computer has two connectors for installing dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) that provide up to a maximum of 2 GB of system memory. When installing memory, the following rules apply: v Use 2.5 V, 184-pin, double data rate synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR SDRAM), non-ECC DIMMs. -
Page 31: Installing Pci Adapters
Installing PCI adapters This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing PCI adapters. Your computer has a riser card with one PCI expansion slot and one PCI Express x1 expansion slot. To install a PCI adapter: 1. Open the cover. See “Opening the cover” on page 12. 2. -
Page 32: Removing And Replacing The Battery
6. Position the adapter-slot-cover latch to retain the adapters. 7. Reinstall the PCI riser and adapters. 8. Close the cover. See “Closing the cover and connecting the cables” on page 24. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to “Closing the cover and connecting the cables”... -
Page 33: Removing And Replacing An Optical Drive
6. Install the new battery. 7. Install the PCI riser and adapters if removed. 8. Replace the cover, and connect the cables. See “Closing the cover and connecting the cables” on page 24. Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after battery 9. -
Page 34: Removing And Replacing A Diskette Drive
8. If you are replacing an existing drive, place the master/slave jumper on the drive in the same position as on the drive being replaced. Also refer to any instructions that come with the drive. 9. Connect the signal cable and power cable to the drive. 10. -
Page 35: Identifying Security Locks
Make sure that any security cables you install do not interfere with other computer cables. Identifying security locks The following illustration will help you to identify the various types of security locks that your computer might have. Holes for Rope clip (U-bolt) Slot for integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) Cover lock Integrated security cable... - Page 36 User Guide...
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Page 37: Rope Clip
Rope clip Using a 3/16 in (5 mm) security rope clip (sometimes referred to as a U-bolt), a steel security cable, and a padlock you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. For computers designed to accommodate the rope clip, knockouts at the rear of the chassis are provided. -
Page 38: Erasing A Lost Or Forgotten Password (Clearing Cmos)
Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about lost or forgotten passwords, go to Access IBM. To erase a forgotten password: 1. Refer to “Accessing system board components and drives” on page 14. 2. -
Page 39: Chapter 3. Using The Ibm Setup Utility
Chapter 3. Using the IBM Setup Utility The IBM Setup Utility program is stored in the electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) of your computer. The IBM Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. -
Page 40: Password Considerations
You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, if you decide to set any passwords, read the following sections. Password considerations If you are setting any of the various types of passwords on your computer, you should read and understand the following information: v If you type an incorrect password, you will see an error message. -
Page 41: Ide Drive Master Password
IDE Drive Master Password The IDE Drive Master Password is used to recover use of the hard disk drive in the event that the IDE Drive User Password is lost or forgotten. Only the person who knows the IDE Drive Master password can reset the IDE Drive User Password. -
Page 42: Selecting A Startup Device
Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up (boot) from a device such as the CD-ROM, diskette, or hard disk as expected, use one of the following procedures to select a startup device. Selecting a temporary startup device Use this procedure to startup from any boot device. -
Page 43: Appendix A. Updating Post/Bios
Appendix A. Updating POST/BIOS This appendix contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update failure. POST/BIOS POST and BIOS are the basic layer of software that is built into your computer. They include the power-on self-test (POST), the basic input/output system (BIOS) code, and the IBM Setup Utility program. -
Page 44: Recovering From A Post/Bios Update Failure
Scroll down and look for a .txt file that has instructions for Flash BIOS update from the operating system. Click the .txt file. Print these instructions. This is very important since they are not on the screen after the download begins. 8. -
Page 45: Appendix B. Cleaning The Mouse
Appendix B. Cleaning the mouse This appendix provides instructions on how to clean your mouse. The procedure will be different depending on which type of mouse you have. Cleaning an optical mouse If you experience some problems with your optical mouse, check the following: 1. - Page 46 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.
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Page 47: Appendix C. Manual Modem Commands
Appendix C. Manual modem commands The following section lists commands for manually programming your modem. Commands are accepted by the modem while it is in Command Mode. Your modem is automatically in Command Mode until you dial a number and establish a connection. - Page 48 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...
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Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 52: 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 53 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 55: Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used. -
Page 56: Trademarks
Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries or both: PS/2 ThinkCentre Wake on LAN Intel, Celeron, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. -
Page 57: Index
Index Special characters .iso image 29 Access IBM 1 adapter installing 17 peripheral component interconnect (PCI) 5 removing and replacing 17 slots 17 audio subsystem 2 automatic startup sequence 28 battery, changing 18 BIOS settings 25 BIOS updating 29 Boot-block recovery 30 bootable CD image 29 cable lock 20 cables, connecting 24... - Page 58 password erasing 24 lost or forgotten 24 setting, changing, deleting 27 PCI adapter 17 POST/BIOS 29 power Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support 3 Advanced Power Management support 3 features 3 primary startup sequence 28 recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure 30 removing and replacing adapters 17 battery 18...
- Page 60 Part Number: 19R0474 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 19R0474...