Lenovo 8456, 8455, 8453, 8454, 8459, 8460, 8457, 8458 manual Overview, Information resources

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Overview

Thank you for selecting a Lenovo computer. Your computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computer technology and can be upgraded as your needs change.

Adding hardware options to your computer is an easy way to increase its capabilities. Instructions for installing external and internal options are included in this publication. When adding an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come along with the option.

Information resources

The Quick Reference that comes with your computer provides information for installing your computer and starting the operating system. It also includes basic troubleshooting information, software recovery procedures, help and service information, and warranty information.

The Lenovo Care program provides a link to more information about your computer. You can start the Lenovo Care program by clicking the icon on your desktop, or by clicking Start -> All programs -> Lenovo Care.

If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is available from the World Wide Web.

You can find the following information:

vCRU removal and installation instructions

vPublications

vTroubleshooting information

vParts information

vDownloads and drivers

vLinks to other useful sources of information

vSupport phone list

To access this information, point your browser to: http://www.lenovo.com/ support/

© Lenovo 2006. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005.

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Contents User Guide Lenovo 3000 J Series Page Lenovo 3000 J Series Page Contents Iv User Guide Conditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService General safety guidelinesPower cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices Plugs and outletsBatteries Heat and product ventilation CD and DVD drive safetyAdditional safety information Lithium battery noticeTo connect To disconnect Laser compliance statement Modem safety informationPower supply statement Information resources OverviewXiv User Guide Features Installing optionsConnectivity Operating systems, preinstalled varies by model Available options Environment SpecificationsDimensions WeightSupported operating positions Tools requiredHandling static-sensitive devices Installing external options Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Obtaining device drivers Connector DescriptionRemoving the cover Locating components Accessing system board components Identifying parts on the system board User Guide Microprocessor and heat sink 10 Sata IDE connectors Fan connector 11 Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper Installing memory What to do next Installing PCI adaptersSecurity features Password protection Changing the batteryPadlock Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Replacing the cover and connecting the cables Using passwords Using the Setup UtilityStarting the Setup Utility program Viewing and changing settingsAdministrator or Supervisor Password Changing the startup device sequence Exiting from the Setup Utility programSelecting a startup device Selecting a temporary startup deviceUser Guide Updating flashing Bios from a diskette Appendix A. Updating system programsSystem program User Guide Appendix B. Cleaning the mouse Cleaning an optical mouseCleaning a mouse with a ball User Guide Basic AT commands Appendix C. Manual modem commandsInternal speaker on until carrier detected Low speaker volumeSet Pulse dial as default Set Tone Dial as defaultExtended AT commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Fax Class 2 commands Fax Class 1 commandsVoice commands Appendix C. Manual modem commands User Guide Appendix D. Notices Trademarks Television output noticeIndex Page Page Part Number 41T3715