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Lenovo ThinkCentre M57 User Manual

Machine types: 6393, 9394, 9395, 6396, 6397, 8333, 8334
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  • Page 1 ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 6393, 6394, 6395, 6396, 6397, 8333, and 8334.
  • Page 3 ThinkCentre User Guide...
  • Page 4 © Copyright Lenovo 2008. 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

    Access Help . . 30 Changing the language setting for the BIOS . Safety and Warranty . . 30 Using passwords . Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) . . 30 Password considerations . . 10 Help and service . 31 User Password .
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  • Page 7: Introduction

    Chapter 8, “Getting information, help, and service,” on page 29 provides ® information about the wide variety of helpful resources available from Lenovo v Appendix A, “Manual modem commands,” on page 33 provides commands for manually programming your modem.
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  • Page 9: Chapter 1. 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 11: Chapter 2. Features And Specifications

    10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet controller (some models) v PCI V.90 Data/Fax modem (some models) System management features v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results v Automatic power-on startup v Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) © Copyright Lenovo 2008...
  • Page 12 v System Management BIOS ® v Wake on LAN Input/Output features v DVI monitor connector v Ethernet connector v One optional 9-pin serial port (some models) v Six USB connectors (two on the front panel and four on the rear panel) 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 front panel...

  • Page 13: Specifications

    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.
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  • Page 15: Chapter 3. Software Overview

    (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 Center program. System Migration Assistant...

  • Page 16: Pc Doctor For Windows, Pc Doctor For Windows Pe

    18 for more information. Adobe Reader Adobe Reader is a tool used to view, print, and search PDF documents. See “Online Books folder” on page 29 for more information about accessing the online books and the Lenovo Web site. User Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 4. Using The Setup Utility

    By using the Setup Utility program, you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized persons from gaining access to your computer and data. See “Starting the Setup Utility program.” The following types of passwords are available: v User Password v Administrator Password © Copyright Lenovo 2008...

  • Page 18: 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 A password can be any combination of up to 12 (1 to 12) alphabetic and numeric characters.

  • Page 19: Selecting A Startup Device

    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 boot device.
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  • Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 2008...
  • Page 24 Symptom Action The keyboard does not work. Verify that: The computer does not respond v The computer is turned on. to the keyboard. v The monitor is turned on and the brightness and contrast controls are set correctly. v The keyboard is securely connected to the keyboard connector on the computer.

  • Page 25: Diagnostic Programs

    PC-Doctor for DOS Depending on your machine type and model, you have either PC-Doctor for DOS or PC-Doctor for Windows PE on your Lenovo computer. The PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace and runs independently of the Windows operating system.

  • Page 26: Pc-Doctor For Windows Pe

    PC-Doctor for Windows PE Depending on your machine type and model, you either have PC-Doctor for DOS or PC-Doctor for Windows PE on your Lenovo computer. The PC-Doctor for Windows PE diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace.

  • Page 27: Cleaning The Mouse

    2. Repeatedly press and release the F11 key as you turn on the computer. 3. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, stop pressing the F11 key. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. 4. From the Rescue and Recovery workspace, select Launch Advanced Rescue and Recovery →...
  • Page 28 To clean a non-optical mouse, follow the instructions below: Note: The following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse. 1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3.

  • Page 29: Chapter 7. Recovering Software

    Chapter 7. Recovering software This chapter will help you become familiar with recovery solutions provided by Lenovo for computers that come with a preinstalled operating system and an internal hard disk drive. This chapter explains how and when to use the following...

  • Page 30: Performing Backup And Recovery Operations

    v Windows Vista: use Product Recovery discs to restore your computer to the factory-installed 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 31: 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 32: 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-installed contents, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C) will be deleted in the recovery process.

  • Page 33: Creating And Using A Recovery Repair Diskette

    To create a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following: 1. Start your computer and 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 34: 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 35: 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 37: Chapter 8. Getting Information, Help, And Service

    CRUs are computer parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. To view a publication, click Start → All Programs → Online Books → Online Books. Double-click the appropriate publication for your computer. The publications also are available on the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com Notes: 1.

  • Page 38: Access Help

    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: –...

  • Page 39: 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 40: 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 41: Appendix A. 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 Lenovo 2008...
  • Page 42 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 43: 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 44: 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 45: 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 46: 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 47 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 A.
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  • Page 49: Appendix B. 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 50: 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 Rescue and Recovery...

  • Page 51: Index

    PC-Doctor for DOS 17 PC-Doctor for Windows 17 PC-Doctor for Windows PE 17, 18 programs 17 Lenovo Web site 30 Rescue and Recovery workspace 18 running diskettes 18 running, CD/DVD image 18 diagnostics 15 diagnostics programs, using 31...
  • Page 52 rescue media, creating and using 24 resources, information 29 manual modem commands 33 media, creating and using rescue 24 memory 3 microprocessor 3 safety 1 MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44, commands 36 safety information 30 modem commands security basic AT 33 features 4 Extended AT 35 selecting fax class 1 37 start up device 11...
  • Page 53 3 viewing and changing settings 9 voice, commands 38 warranty information 30 Web site, Lenovo 30 workspace, backup and recovery 23 Index...
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  • Page 56 Part Number: 53Y6783 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 53Y6783...

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