Lenovo 8326, 8288, 8342, 8329, 8297, 8380 manual Installing options, Features

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Chapter 1. Installing options

This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by adding memory, adapters, or drives. When installing an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option.

Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo.

Important

Before you install or remove any option, read “Important safety information” on page v. These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely.

Features

This section provides an overview of the computer features and preinstalled software.

System information

The following information covers a variety of models. For information for your specific model, refer to the Setup Utility program. See Chapter 2, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 27.

Microprocessor (varies by model type)

vIntel® Pentium® D processor

vIntel Pentium 4 processor with HyperThreading Technology

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Contents User Guide Types 8288, 8297 Types 8329, 8342 Page User Guide Types 8288, 8297 Types 8329, 8342 Page Contents Iv User Guide Conditions that require immediate action Important safety informationService General safety guidelinesPower cords and power adapters Batteries Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets Heat and product ventilation CD and DVD drive safetyTo connect To disconnect Additional safety informationLithium battery notice Laser compliance statement Modem safety informationPower supply statement Information resources OverviewXiv User Guide Features Installing optionsVideo subsystem Operating systems preinstalled varies by model type Specifications Tools required Available optionsHandling static-sensitive devices Installing external optionsLocating the connectors on the front of your computer Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer Obtaining device drivers Connector DescriptionRemoving the cover Locating components Identifying parts on the system board What to do next Installing memoryInstalling adapters What to do next Drive specifications Installing internal drivesInstalling options Installing a drive in bay 1 or bay Installing options Connecting the first optical drive Connecting drivesInstalling security features Connecting a serial ATA hard disk driveIntegrated cable lock Padlock Password protectionChanging the battery Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Replacing the cover and connecting the cables User Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup UtilityViewing and changing settings Using passwordsAdministrator Password User PasswordSetting, changing, and deleting a password Using Security Profile by DeviceChanging the startup device sequence Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Exiting from the Setup Utility program Advanced settingsSystem programs Updating flashing Bios from a diskette or CD-ROMAppendix A. Updating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Updating flashing Bios from your operating systemCleaning a mouse with a ball Appendix B. Cleaning the mouseCleaning an optical mouse User Guide Basic AT commands Appendix C. Manual modem commandsSet Pulse dial as default Low speaker volumeSet Tone Dial as default Internal speaker on until carrier detectedExtended 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 Password lost or forgotten Page Part Number 41D4435