Lenovo Personal Computer 4263 User Manual

Video subsystemv Two Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Express x16 card slots on thesystem board for discrete graphics cards (varies by model ty

Expansionv One optical drive bayv One PCI Express x1 card slotv One PCI Express x4 card slot (x16 mechanical)v Three hard disk drivesv Two PCI card sl

SpecificationsThis section lists the physical specifications for your computer.DimensionsWidth: 130 mm (5.12 inches)Height: 427 mm (16.81 inches)Depth

Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is only available on computerswith the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo.Lenovo Welcome: The Lenovo W

Locating computer controls, connectors, and partsThis section provides information to help you locate your computer controls,connectors, and parts.Loc

Locating connectors on the rear of your computerFigure 2 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Someconnectors on the rea

Connector DescriptionAudio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device,such as a stereo system. When you attach an e

Connector DescriptionOptical SPDIF inconnectorUsed to receive 5.1 digital audio signals from an external device(such as a receiver or a multimedia dev

Locating componentsFigure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. Toremove the computer cover and access the inside of the c

Locating parts and connectors on the system boardNote: Your computer comes with one of the following system boards.Figure 4 shows the locations of the

Figure 5 shows the locations of the parts and connectors on the other type ofsystem board.1 CPU 1 memory slots (3) 18 Clear CMOS (Complementary Me

Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardwareThis chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for yourcomputer.This chapter cont

This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover.CAUTION:Turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the compute

Removing and reinstalling the front bezelAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safet

Removing and reinstalling the PCI card holderAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important s

6. To reinstall the PCI card holder into the chassis, insert the two tabs 1 into thecorresponding holes in the chassis, and then pivot the PCI card

v Use 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, or 16 GB RDIMMs in any combination up to amaximum of 96 GB or 192 GB of system memory.v Always install DIMMs in the nume

memory fan cable from the system board, remove the blue shipping clip, pressinward on the two tabs 1, pivot the fan duct, and then disengage the rea

Notes:a. If your computer has 12 memory slots on the system board, you mighthave to use more force to remove the memory modules installed inmemory slo

8. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that thenotch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the key 2 in thememor

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Installing or replacing a PCI cardAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety infor

b. If the card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the card retaining latch1 as shown to disengage the latch. Grasp the card and then gentl

Installing a new hard disk driveAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety informa

7. Connect one end of the signal cable that comes with the new hard disk driveto the rear of the new hard disk drive.Note: The signal cable will be di

8. Slide the new hard disk drive with the bracket and the signal cable into thehard disk drive bay until it snaps into position.Figure 21. Installing

9. Locate one of the extra five-wire power cables and connect it to the new harddisk drive.Note: You might need to disconnect power cables for other h

Replacing a hard disk driveAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety information”

7. To install a new hard disk drive, go to “Installing a new hard disk drive” onpage 24.What to do next:v To work with another piece of hardware, go t

4. Disconnect the signal cable and the power cable from the rear of the opticaldrive, press the blue release button 1 as shown, and then slide the o

Then, disconnect the old signal cable from the system board. Connectone end of the new signal cable to the optical drive and the otherend to an availa

NoteBefore using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkStation Safety andWarranty Guide and Appendix B

1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and thecomputer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets anddis

7. Follow this sequence to remove the four screws that secure the heat sink andfan assembly to the system board:a. Partially remove screw 1, then fu

10. Position the new heat sink and fan assembly on the microprocessor so that thefour screws are aligned with the holes in the system board.Note: Posi

5. Disconnect the front fan assembly cable from the front fan connector on thesystem board. See “Locating parts and connectors on the system board” on

7. Insert the two tabs 1 on the new front fan assembly bracket into thecorresponding holes in the chassis, and then press the two tabs through theho

Replacing the rear fan assemblyAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety informat

7. The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts.Remove the rear fan assembly by breaking or cutting the rubber mounts andgen

9. Pull on the tips of the rubber mounts until the rear fan assembly is secured inplace.10. Connect the rear fan assembly cable to the appropriate rea

This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard or mouse.To replace the keyboard or mouse, do the following:1. Remove any media from

5. Position the computer cover on the chassis so that the rail guides on the bottomof the computer cover engage with the rails on the chassis. Then, c

ContentsImportant safety information ...vChapter 1. Product overview ...1Features ...1Specifications ...4Software overvi

Basic security featuresThere are several security options available to help you prevent hardware theft andunauthorized access to your computer. In add

used with many notebook computers. You can order an integrated cable lock fromLenovo by searching for Kensington at:http://www.lenovo.com/supportYour

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Chapter 3. Recovery informationThis chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided byLenovo.This chapter contains the following to

v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows XP operating system, clickStart → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Recovery Media. Then, followt

Performing backup and recovery operationsThe Rescue and Recovery program enables you to back up all your hard disk drivecontents including the operati

v To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on theWindows XP operating system, do the following:1. From the Windows deskto

Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see “Solvingrecovery problems” on page 51.4. Do one of the following:v To rescue files from

v To create a rescue medium on the Windows XP operating system, do thefollowing:1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage

drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Other device drivers are on the software media that come wi

Information resources ...71Online Books folder ...71Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ...71Lenovo Welcome ...72Safety and warranty

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Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility programYou can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configurationsettings of your computer, regardl

You do not have to set a password to use your computer. However, using apassword improves computing security. If you decide to set a password, read th

Enabling or disabling a deviceThis section provides instructions on how to enable or disable user access to adevice.USB Support Use this option to ena

2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. Whenthe Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key.3. Select the desired

Chapter 5. Configuring RAIDThis chapter contains information about installing hard disk drives and configuringRedundant Array of Independent Disks (RA

5. Press F10 to save the new settings and exit the Setup Utility program.Creating RAID volumesThis section describes how to use the Intel Matrix Stora

Configuring RAID for machine types 4266, 4269, 4271, and 4272This section contains information about the required number of SATA or SAS harddisk drive

4. Use the arrow keys and the Enter key to select each free hard disk drive thatyou want to include in the array.5. Select Next and press Enter.6. Fro

3. From the RAID Config menu, select Delete array.4. Use the arrow keys and the Enter key to select the array you want to deletefrom the list.5. Use t

Important safety informationCAUTION:Before using this manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safetyinformation for this product. Refer

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Chapter 6. Updating system programsThis chapter provides information about updating the POST and BIOS, and how torecover from a POST and BIOS update f

4. When prompted to change the serial number, it is suggested that you press N.However, if you do want to change the serial number, press Y, then type

9. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computerand monitor to electrical outlets. Refer to “Completing the parts replac

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Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostic programsThis chapter provides information about some basic troubleshooting and diagnosticprograms. If your c

Diagnostic programsDiagnostic programs are used to test hardware components of your computer.Diagnostic programs can also report operating-system-cont

For additional information about running the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recoveryprogram, refer to the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery help system.Note

1. Turn off your computer.2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer.3. Turn the mouse upside down to view the lens.a. If there is a smudge on th

Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and serviceThis chapter provides information about help, service, and technical assistance forLenovo products.Th

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To access the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program, click Start → All Programs →Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools.Lenovo WelcomeNote: The Lenovo Welcome program

Most computers come with a set of diagnostic programs that you can use to helpyou identify hardware problems. For instructions on using the diagnostic

International Warranty Service, which automatically entitles you to obtain warrantyservice throughout the warranty period. Service will be performed b

Appendix A. System memory speedThe Intel Xeon microprocessor families compatible with this ThinkStation computerfeature an integrated memory controlle

Table 1. System memory speed (continued)IntelXeonE56401066MHz1066MHz1066MHz1066MHz1066MHz1066MHz1066MHz800 MHzIntelXeonX55501333MHz1066MHz1066MHz1333M

Appendix B. NoticesLenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in thisdocument in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo repr

vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-levelsystems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the sam

IndexAa rescue medium, creating and using 49Administrator password 54advanced settings 56antivirus software 5audio line-in connector 8audio line-out c

Nnotice, television output 78notices 77OOnline Books folder 71operations, backup and recovery 47optical mousecleaning 69Optical SPDIF in connector 9Op

Wwarranty information 72Web site, Lenovo 72workspace, backup and recovery 48Index81

Chapter 1. Product overviewThis chapter provides information about the computer features, specifications,preinstalled software programs, and connector

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