Lenovo 8095 User Manual

User Guid e Ty pe s 8095, 8096, 8141, 8142 Ty pe s 8145, 8420, 8421, 8426 ThinkCentre

product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult

Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a sig

v Check CD/DVD discs for cracks before each use. Do not use cracked or damaged discsAdditional safety information Danger Electrica

Modem safety information Caution To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. To reduce

Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached. Hazardous volt

Overview Thank you for selecting a ThinkCentre computer. Your computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computer technology

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Chapter 1. Installing options ThinkCentre This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for y

Memory v Support for four double data rate (DDR or DDR2, depending on model) dual inline memory modules (DIMMs) v 512 KB flash

Expansion v Four drive bays v Two 32-bit peripheral component interconnect (PCI) adapter connectors v One PCI Express (x1) adapt

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Height: 146 mm (5.7 in.) Width: 442 m

Available options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and exter

v Always handle components carefully. Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry. v Preve

Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the front

Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear

Connector Description Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Note: To operate the comput

Removing the cover Important: Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 5 before

Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. *XXXXXXXXX**XXXXXXXXX* 1

The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 12v power connector 13 SATA 2 connector 2

1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 10. 2. Locate the memory connectors. See “Identifying parts on

User Guid e Ty pe s 8095, 8096, 8141, 8142 Ty pe s 8145, 8420, 8421, 8426

5. Position the memory module over the memory connector. Make sure that the notch 1on the memory module aligns correctly with

3. Open the adapter latch and remove the connector cover for the appropriate expansion connector. *XXXXXXXXX**XXXXXXXXX* 4. Remov

Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drive

The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays. The following list describes some of the drives that you can

4. Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into one of the slots and gently prying it

8. Install the drive into the bay until it snaps into position. *XXXXXXXXX**XXXXXXXXX* 9. A drive requires two cables; a powe

Connecting an additional optical drive or parallel ATA hard disk drive 1. Locate the PATA IDE connector on the system board and

Padlock loop Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop that locks the cover to your computer when a padlock is installed. Make

Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To change the battery: 1.

Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS) This section applies to lost or forgotten passwords. For more information about

Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the “Important safety information” on page v and A

4. Position the cover over the chassis and pivot it down over the computer until it snaps into place. 5. Reconnect the ext

Chapter 2. Using the Setup Utility program The Setup Utility program is stored in the electrically erasable programmable read-only me

v If you type an incorrect password, you will see an error message. If you type an incorrect password three consecutive times,

Attention Make sure that the IDE Drive Master password is stored in a safe place. If both the IDE Drive User password and the ID

Selecting a temporary startup device Use this procedure to startup from any boot device. Note: Not all CDs, hard disks, and disket

Appendix A. Updating system programs This appendix contains information about updating system programs and how to recover from a POST

2. Locate the Downloadable files for your machine type as follows: a. Under Use Quick path, type your machine type and click

Appendix B. Cleaning the mouse This appendix provides instructions on how to clean your mouse. The procedure will be different depen

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

Appendix C. Manual modem commands The following section lists commands for manually programming your modem. Commands are accepted by

Contents Important safety information . . . . . .v Conditions that require immediate action . . . . .v General safety guidelines

Command Function H1 Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy I_ I0 Display product-identification

Extended AT commands Command Function &C_ &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 Turn on CD when remote carrier i

Command Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W_ &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the

Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n Data/Fax Auto Answer +FCLASS=n Service Class +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC framing +FRM=n Receive data +FR

+FPHCTO Phase C time out. +FPOLL Indicates polling request. +FPTS: Page transfer status. +FPTS= Page transfer status. +FREV? Identify r

Attention Switzerland User: If your Swisscom phone line does not have Taxsignal switched OFF, modem function may be impaired. The im

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Appendix D. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult yo

vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measuremen

Index Aadaptersconnectors 14 installing 14 peripheral component interconnect (PCI) 5 audio line in connector 9 audio line out connector

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replacing the cover 23 Ssecurityfeatures 3, 20 padlock loop 21 security profile by device 27 serial connector 9 Setup Utility 25 system

Part Number: 19R0462 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 19R0462

Important safety information Note Please read important safety information first. This information can help you safely use your ThinkC

speak to the Customer Support Center for further guidance. See “Information resources” on page xiii for more information. v Power

Danger Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. Attention Before replacing any CRUs, turn off the compu