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Machine Types: 7259, 7267, 7269, 7279, 7290, 7297, 7303, 7306, 7408,
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  • Page 1 ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 7259, 7267, 7269, 7279, 7290, 7297, 7303, 7306, 7408, 7487, 7506, and 7514.
  • Page 3 ThinkCentre User Guide...
  • Page 4 © Copyright Lenovo 2009. All rights reserved. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and 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.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing Safety and Warranty . . 64 CMOS) . . 39 Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) . . 64 Help and service . 65 Chapter 3. Recovery information . . . 41 Using the documentation and diagnostic Creating and using Product Recovery discs .
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  • Page 7: Important Safety Information

    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...
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  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Product Overview

    Important: Before you install or replace any option, be sure to read and understand the “Important safety information” first. These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely. Note: Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. Features This section provides an overview of the computer features and preinstalled software.
  • Page 10 Audio subsystem v Audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and microphone connector on the rear panel v Integrated high-definition (HD) audio with RTL ALC662 Audio Codec v Microphone connector and headphone connector on the front panel v Mono internal speaker (some models) Connectivity v 10/100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller v PCI V.90 Data/Fax modem (some models)
  • Page 11 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 12: Specifications

    Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 317 mm (12.48 inches) Height: 99 mm (3.90 inches) Depth: 355 mm (13.98 inches) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 7.5 kg (16.53 lbs) Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Non-operating: -40°...
  • Page 13: Software Overview

    PC-Doctor for Windows PE The PC-Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program is preinstalled on your hard disk drive. It is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace on each Lenovo computer to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled settings that can cause hardware failures. Use PC-Doctor for Windows PE if you...
  • Page 14: Locations

    Windows operating system or if Lenovo System Toolbox has not been successful in isolating a possible problem. See “PC-Doctor for DOS” on page 60 for more information. Adobe Reader Adobe Reader is a tool used to view, print, and search PDF documents.
  • Page 15: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer

    Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer. Figure 2.
  • Page 16 Connector Description Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. When you attach an external audio device, a cable is connected between the audio line-out connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the computer.
  • Page 17: Locating Components

    Locating components To open the computer cover, see “Opening the computer cover” on page 12. Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Hard disk drive 4 Optical drive 2 Microprocessor, heat sink and fan 5 Memory slots (2) assembly 3 Internal speaker (some models)
  • Page 18: Locating Parts On The System Board

    Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the location of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations 1 PCI adapter card slot 11 Memory slots (2) 2 PCI Express x16 graphics adapter 12 Front USB connectors (2) card slot 3 Internal speaker connector 13 Serial (COM 2) connector...
  • Page 19: Chapter 2. Installing Options And Replacing Hardware

    “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 Note: Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 20: Installing External Options

    Installing external options External speakers, a printer, or a scanner can be connected to your computer. For some external options, you must install additional software in addition to making the physical connection. When installing an external option, see “Locating connectors on the front of your computer” on page 6 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer”...
  • Page 21 5. Press the buttons on the sides of the computer and pivot the computer cover upward to open. Figure 5. Opening the computer cover Chapter 2. Installing options and replacing hardware...
  • Page 22: Accessing The System Board Components And Drives

    “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 Your computer has two slots for installing or replacing DDR2 DIMMs (double data rate 2 dual inline memory modules) that provide up to a maximum of 4 GB system memory.
  • Page 23 v Use 512 MB, 1 GB, or 2 GB memory modules in any combination up to a maximum of 4 GB. Note: Only DDR2 SDRAM DIMMs can be used. To install or replace a memory module: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the computer cover” on page 12. 2.
  • Page 24: Installing Or Replacing An Adapter Card

    “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 an adapter card.
  • Page 25 To install or replace an adapter card: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the computer cover” on page 12. 2. Rotate the adapter card retainer to the open position. Remove the appropriate slot cover. If you are replacing an adapter card, remove the adapter card that is currently installed.
  • Page 26: Installing Internal Drives

    4. Install the adapter card into the appropriate adapter card slot on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 10. Figure 11. Installing the adapter card 5. Rotate the adapter retainer to the closed position. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section.
  • Page 27: Drive Specifications

    When you install an internal drive, it is important to note the type and size of the drive that you can install in each bay. Also, it is important to correctly connect the internal drive cables to the installed drive. Drive specifications Your computer comes with the following factory-installed drives: v A 3.5-inch hard disk drive in bay 1...
  • Page 28 “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 a drive in bay 2.
  • Page 29: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    “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 hard disk drive.
  • Page 30 To replace the hard disk drive: 1. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the computer cover” on page 12. 2. You might need to pivot the drive bay assembly upward to gain easy access to the hard disk drive. 3. Locate the hard disk drive. 4.
  • Page 31 6. Remove the old hard disk drive from the bracket by flexing the sides of the bracket enough to slide it free from the hard disk drive. 7. To install a new hard disk drive into the 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.
  • Page 32: Replacing The Optical Drive

    “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.
  • Page 33 4. Press the optical drive lock 1 and slide the optical drive out of the rear of the drive bay assembly. Figure 19. Removing the old optical drive 5. Remove the optical drive retainer from the drive being replaced and then install the retainer on the left side of the new drive to be installed.
  • Page 34: Replacing The Battery

    “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 Your computer has a special type of memory that maintains the date, time, and settings for built-in features, such as parallel-port assignments (configuration).
  • Page 35 3. Remove the old battery. Figure 22. Removing the old battery 4. Install a new battery. Figure 23. Installing a new battery 5. Close the computer cover and connect the cables. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 36. Note: When the computer is turned on for the first time after replacing the battery, an error message might be displayed.
  • Page 36: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly

    “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 power supply assembly.
  • Page 37 5. Disconnect the power supply assembly cables from all drives and from the power connectors 1 and 2 . Note: You might need to remove the hard disk drive to gain easy access to the power connector 1 . See “Replacing the hard disk drive” on page Figure 25.
  • Page 38: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly

    9. Install and tighten the four screws at the rear of the chassis to secure the power supply assembly. Note: Use only the screws provided by Lenovo. 10. Reconnect all the power supply assembly cables to the drives and the system board.
  • Page 39 3. Locate the heat sink and fan assembly and disconnect the heat sink and fan assembly cable from the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 10. 4. Remove the heat sink and fan assembly from the system board by pivoting the lever 1 that secures the heat sink and fan assembly until the lever is fully in the up position.
  • Page 40: Replacing The Microprocessor

    “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 CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the computer cover.
  • Page 41 6. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket. Figure 30. Lifting the microprocessor 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 either look for the small triangle 1 on one corner of the microprocessor or note the orientation of the notches 2 on the microprocessor.
  • Page 42 8. Remove the protective cover 2 that protects the gold contacts on the new microprocessor 1 . 9. Hold the new microprocessor and align the notches on it with the tabs in the microprocessor socket, or align the small triangle on one corner with the corresponding beveled corner of the microprocessor socket.
  • Page 43: Replacing The Keyboard

    “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 keyboard. To replace the keyboard: 1.
  • Page 44: Completing The Parts Replacement

    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”...
  • Page 45: Installing Security Features

    7. 7. To update your configuration, see Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page Note: In most areas of the world, 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.
  • Page 46: Integrated Cable Lock

    See Figure 34. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo by searching on Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support...
  • Page 47: Erasing Lost Or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing Cmos)

    Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (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. To access the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program, click Start → All Programs →...
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  • Page 49: Chapter 3. Recovery Information

    Chapter 3. Recovery information This chapter will help you get familiar with recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. This section explains how and when to use the following recovery methods: v Creating and using Product Recovery discs v Performing backup and recovery operations...
  • Page 50: Performing Backup And Recovery Operations

    v Windows Vista: use Product Recovery discs to restore your computer to the original factory contents only. When using Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, you are given the option to enter the Rescue and Recovery workspace and choose from a variety of recovery operations.
  • Page 51: Using The Rescue And Recovery Workspace

    v On recordable CDs or DVDs (a recordable CD or DVD drive is required for this option) After you have backed up your hard disk drive, you can restore the complete contents of the hard disk drive, restore selected files only, or restore only the Windows operating system and applications.
  • Page 52: Creating And Using Rescue Media

    Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory contents, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C) will be deleted in the recovery process. If possible, make copies of important files.
  • Page 53: Creating And Using A Recovery Repair Diskette

    To create a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following: 1. Start your computer and the operating system. 2. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-54483 3. Insert a diskette into the diskette drive. Information on the diskette will be erased and the diskette will be formatted appropriately.
  • Page 54: Recovering Or Installing Device Drivers

    The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices also are available on the World Wide Web at: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support To reinstall a device driver for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. Start your computer and operating system.
  • Page 55: Setting A Rescue Device In The Startup Sequence

    Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Before you start the Rescue and Recovery program from a CD, DVD, USB hard disk drive, or any external device, you must first change the startup sequence in the Setup Utility. To view or change the startup sequence, do the following: 1.
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  • Page 57: Chapter 4. Using The Setup Utility

    The following types of passwords are available: v Power-On Password v Privileged Access Password You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, if you decide to set any passwords, read the following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 58: Password Considerations

    Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 16 (1 to 16) alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strong password, use the following guidelines: v Have at least eight characters in length v Contain at least one alphabetic character and one numeric character...
  • Page 59: Selecting A Startup Device

    To set SATA Controller, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 49. 2. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Devices → ATA Drives Setup → SATA Controller. 3. Select the desired devices and settings and press Enter. 4.
  • Page 60: Selecting Or Changing The Startup Device Sequence

    Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 49. 2. Select Startup. 3. See the information displayed on the right side of the screen. 4.
  • Page 61: Chapter 5. Updating System Programs

    Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST/BIOS. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on 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.
  • Page 62: Updating (Flashing) Bios From Your Operating System

    (including the links referenced in the following procedure) is subject to change. 1. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Locate the downloadable files for your machine type as follows: a. In the Enter a product number field, type your machine type and click Go →...
  • Page 63 14. Reconnect any cables that were disconnected and reinstall the hard disk drive if removed. 15. Close the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computer and monitor to electrical outlets. Refer to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 36. 16.
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  • Page 65: Chapter 6. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics

    Safety and Warranty Guide. If you cannot correct 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. © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 66: Diagnostic Programs

    There are two diagnostic programs preinstalled on your computer: v Lenovo System Toolbox (used when the Windows operating system is running) v PC-Doctor for Windows PE (used when the Windows operating system does not...
  • Page 67: Lenovo System Toolbox

    Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. To run the Lenovo System Toolbox, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information about running the diagnostic program, refer to the Lenovo System Toolbox help system.
  • Page 68: Pc-Doctor For Dos

    The PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program runs independently of the Windows operating system. Use PC-Doctor for DOS, if you are unable to start the Windows operating system or if Lenovo System Toolbox and PC-Doctor for Windows PE have not been successful in isolating a possible problem. You can run PC-Doctor for DOS from a diagnostic CD/DVD image that you create.
  • Page 69: Non-Optical Mouse

    Non-optical mouse The non-optical mouse uses a ball to navigate the pointer. If the pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse, you might need to clean the mouse. To clean a non-optical mouse, follow the instructions below: Note: The following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse.
  • Page 70 11. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 12. Turn your computer back on. User Guide...
  • Page 71: Chapter 7. Getting Information, Help, And Service

    Rescue and Recovery v Service and support v System Update Note: ThinkVantage Technologies are only available on select Lenovo computers. To access the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Productivity Center. © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 72: Lenovo Welcome

    Lenovo Welcome The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built-in features of Lenovo and guides you through a few important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer. Access Help The Access Help online help system provides information about getting started, doing basic tasks, customizing settings for your personal preference, protecting data, expanding and upgrading, and troubleshooting.
  • Page 73: Help And Service

    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.
  • Page 74: Using Other Services

    Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com User Guide...
  • Page 75: Appendix. 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 76: Television Output Notice

    Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks or service mark of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Rescue and Recovery...
  • Page 77: Index

    65 adapter card 16 diagnostics, troubleshooting 57 internal drives 18 disc, creating product recovery 41 memory module 14 diskette, creating and using a recovery repair 45 security features 37 documentation, using 65 internal drives 1 © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
  • Page 78 ThinkVantage 63 programs, updating system 53 keyboard connector 8 protection, password 38 keyboard, replacing 35 purchasing additional services 66 Lenovo System Toolbox 59 rear connectors 7 Lenovo Web site 64 recovering Lenovo Welcome 64 device drivers 46 locating components 9...
  • Page 79 45 rescue media, creating and 44 Setup Utility 49 utility program, starting 49 VGA monitor connector 8 video subsystem 1 viewing and changing settings 49 warranty information 64 Web site, Lenovo 64 workspace, backup and recovery 43 Index...
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  • Page 82 Part Number: 53Y6367 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 53Y6367...

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