Lenovo 6396 User Manual

ThinkCentreUser GuideMachineTypes 6393, 6394, 6395, 6396, 6397

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Chapter 2. Arranging your workspace To get the most from your computer, arrange both the equipment you use and your work area to

Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare. Remember to clean your monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth moistene

Chapter 3. Setting up your computer Read and understand the Safety and Warranty Guide before you set up your computer. Reading and

v If you have a Video Graphics Array (VGA) Standard monitor, connect the cable to the connector as shown. Note: If your model

a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers, if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. b. Conn

1 USB Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB connection, such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner, printer, or per

installation is complete, refer to the Access Help online help system to learn more about your computer. See “Access Help” on page

Updating your antivirus software If your computer has a preloaded Microsoft Windows operating system, it comes with antivirus software

v An integrated graphics controller for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) monitor or a digital DVI_D monitor.Audio subsystem v Line i

Expansion v Two drive baysPower v 120 Watt power supply (some models) v 130 Watt power supply (some models)Security features v

Dimensions Width: 275 mm (10.83 in.) Height: 81 mm (3.19 in.) Depth: 242 mm (9.53 in.)Weight Note: The weight does not inclu

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Chapter 4. Software overview This chapter describes the software that was installed on your machine at the factory. Software provided

Adobe Acrobat Reader Adobe Acrobat Reader is a tool used to view, print, and search PDF documents. See “Online Books folder” on pa

Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer

Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to twelve characters (a-z and 0-9) and symbols. For security reasons

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

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Chapter 6. Updating system programs This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a POST/BIOS up

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5. For some models, a "Program ended normally" message is displayed and no additional action is required. For other mode

7. Close the computer cover and reconnect any cables that were disconnected. Refer to "Completing the parts replacement"

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Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes some basic troubleshooting and diagnostic programs. If your computer

Symptom Action The USB Keyboard does not work. Verify that: v The computer is turned on. v The keyboard is securely connected to

PC-Doctor for DOS or PC-Doctor for Windows PE, save and print the log files created by both diagnostic programs. You will need th

If you do not have Internet access, create the diagnostic diskettes using the following procedure: Note: You will need a diskette

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

5. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 6. Turn your computer back on.Non-optical mouse The non-optical mouse uses a ball

9. Remove any fibers from the swab that might be remaining on the rollers. 10. Replace the ball and the retainer ring. Twist

Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the Safety and Warranty Guide that came with this

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Chapter 8. Recovering software This chapter will help you become familiar with recovery solutions provided by Lenovo for computers th

When using Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, you are given the option to enter the Rescue and Recovery workspace and choose f

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,

Attention: If you restore the hard disk from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk to the factory contents, all

To create rescue media, do the following: 1. Open the Start menu from the Windows desktop, select All Programs, click ThinkVantage

2. Insert the Recovery Repair diskette into diskette drive A. 3. Turn on the computer and follow the instructions on the scree

Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Before you start the Rescue and Recovery program from a CD, DVD, USB hard disk dr

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Chapter 9. Getting information, help, and service This chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance for

Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v Chapter 1. Important safety information .

To access the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program, open the Start menu from the Windows desktop, select All Programs, select Th

Using the documentation and diagnostic programs If you experience a problem with your computer, see Chapter 7, “Troubleshooting and d

v Serial numbers of your hardware products v Description of the problem v Exact wording of any error messages v Hardware and

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

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 &V &V0 Displays Active and Stored Profiles &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W_ &W0 Stores th

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

PC-Doctor for Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 PC-Doctor for DOS . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific

Index Aaccess help 42 administration, password 18 antivirus software, updating 10 arranging workspace 3 AT commandsbasic 45 extended 47 au

information (continued)important safety 1 resources 41 safety 42 warranty 42 input/output (I/O) features 11 installingdevice drivers 38 ope

softwareinstalling 8 overview 15 recovering 33 solving recover problems 39 starting the setup utility program 17 startup device 18 sequen

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Part Number: 45C6870 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 45C6870

Introduction This User Guide contains the following information: v Chapter 1, “Important safety information,” on page 1 provides inf

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Chapter 1. Important safety information CAUTION: Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all the rela