Lenovo 6137, 9964, 7638, 8910, 7627, 7630 Installing external options, Opening the computer cover

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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” on page 7 to identify the required connector, and then use the instructions that come with the option to help you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option.

Opening the computer cover

This section provides instructions on how to open the computer cover.

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.

Important

Be sure to read and understand “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 11 before opening the computer cover.

To open the computer cover:

1.Remove any media from the drives, shut down your operating system, and turn off all attached devices and the computer.

2.Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.

3.Disconnect the cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. See “Locating connectors on the front of your computer” on page 6 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 7.

4.Remove any locking devices, such as a cable lock that secures the computer cover.

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Contents Page Page ThinkCentre User Guide Page Contents Iv User Guide Important safety information Vi User Guide Features Product overviewConnectivity Power Specifications EnvironmentSoftware overview Software provided with your Windows operating systemLocations Locating connectors on the front of your computer PC-Doctor for Windows PELocating connectors on the rear of your computer Rear connector locationsConnector Description Locating components Component locationsLocating parts on the system board Shows the location of the parts on the system boardHandling static-sensitive devices Installing options and replacing hardwareInstalling options and replacing hardware Installing external options Opening the computer coverOpening the computer cover Accessing the system board components and drives Installing or replacing a memory moduleOpening the retaining clips Installing or replacing an adapter card What to do nextRemoving an adapter card Installing internal drives Installing the adapter cardDrive specifications Installing a drive in bay Connecting a Sata drive Replacing the hard disk drive Removing the hard disk drive Installing the hard disk drive bracket Accessing the optical drive Replacing the optical driveRemoving the old optical drive Replacing the battery Installing a new optical driveRemove the old battery Replacing the power supply assembly Removing the retaining screws for the power supply assemblyPower connectors on the system board Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the card reader Removing the securing screw of the card readerReplacing the keyboard Replacing the mouseCompleting the parts replacement Mouse connectorsInstalling security features Cable routingPassword protection Integrated cable lockErasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing Cmos Recovery information Creating and using Product Recovery discsPerforming backup and recovery operations Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating and using rescue media Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette To use rescue media, do one of the followingRecovering or installing device drivers Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Solving recovery problemsUser Guide Using the Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Using passwordsPassword considerations Power-On PasswordPrivileged Access Password Hard Disk User PasswordSelecting a temporary startup device Enabling or disabling a deviceSelecting a startup device Selecting or changing the startup device sequence Advanced settingsExiting from the Setup Utility program Updating system programs Using system programsUpdating flashing Bios from a disc Updating flashing Bios from your operating system Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failureUpdating system programs User Guide Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingSymptom Action PC-Doctor for Windows PE Diagnostic programsLenovo System Toolbox Optical mouse Cleaning the mousePC-Doctor for DOS Non-optical mouse User Guide Getting information, help, and service Information resourcesOnline Books folder ThinkVantage Productivity CenterLenovo Welcome Access HelpSafety and Warranty Calling for service Help and serviceUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Using other services Purchasing additional servicesAppendix. Notices Television output notice TrademarksIndex CRUPage Page User Guide Page Part Number 53Y9876
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