Lenovo 9795, 9705, 9625, 9421, 9353, 9485, 9623, 7061, 7090, 3656, 9935, 9953 Product overview, Features

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Chapter 1. Product overview

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 modules, drives, or PCI cards. When installing or replacing an option, use these instructions along with the instructions that come with the option.

Important: Before you install or replace any option, be sure to read and understand the “Important safety information” first. These precautions and guidelines will help you work safely.

Note: Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo.

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 about your specific model, use the Setup Utility. See Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 59.

Microprocessor

vAMD Athlonmicroprocessor

vAMD Phenommicroprocessor

vAMD Sempronmicroprocessor

vInternal cache (size varies by model type)

Memory

vSupports up to four DDR2 DIMMs

(double data rate 2 dual inline memory modules)

vFlash memory for system programs (varies by model type)

Internal drives

vDiskette drive or card reader (varies by model type)

vSerial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) internal hard disk drive

vOptical drive (some models)

Video subsystem

vIntegrated graphics controller for a VGA (Video Graphics Array) connector and a Digital Visual Interface (DVI) connector (dual display supported)

vPCI Express x16 graphics card slot on the system board

Audio subsystem

vHigh Definition (HD) with Realtek ALC662

vMicrophone connector and headphone connector on the front panel

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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Page ThinkCentre User Guide Second Edition December Copyright Lenovo 2008 Contents Index Important safety information Vi User Guide Product overview FeaturesConnectivity Security features Environment SpecificationsSoftware provided with your Windows operating system Software overviewLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Antivirus software Locations Locating connectors on the front of your computerRear connector locations Locating connectors on the rear of your computerConnector Description Component locations Locating componentsLocating internal drives Locating parts on the system boardShows the locations of the drive bays User Guide Installing or replacing hardware Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling external options Handling static-sensitive devicesRemoving the computer cover Removing the computer cover Installing or replacing a PCI card Removing and reinstalling the front bezelOpening the PCI card latch What to do next Opening the retaining clips Installing or replacing a memory moduleRemoving the memory module Replacing the batteryInstall a new battery Removing the retaining screws for the power supply assembly Replacing the power supply assemblyReplacing the heat sink and fan assembly Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the primary hard disk drive Replacing the heat sink and fan assemblyRemoving the primary hard disk drive Installing the primary hard disk drive into the bracket Replacing the secondary hard disk drive Installing the primary hard disk drive and bracketRemoving the secondary hard disk drive Installing the secondary hard disk drive into the bracket Replacing the optical drive Installing the secondary hard disk drive and drive cageRemoving the optical drive Replacing the diskette drive or card reader Removing the diskette drive or card reader Removing the front fan assembly Replacing the front fan assemblyInstalling the front fan assembly Replacing the rear fan assemblyRemoving the rear fan assembly Installing the rear fan assembly Replacing the front audio and USB assemblyRemoving the front audio and USB assembly Removing the old internal speaker Replacing the internal speakerReplacing the keyboard Installing a new internal speakerKeyboard connectors Replacing the mouse Completing the parts replacementReinstalling the computer cover Installing security featuresIntegrated cable lock Integrated cable lockPassword protection Erasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing CmosPadlock Installing or replacing hardware User Guide Recovery information Creating and using recovery mediaCreating recovery media Using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Performing a backup operationPerforming a recovery operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating rescue media Creating and using rescue mediaCreating and using a recovery repair diskette Using rescue mediaCreating a recovery repair diskette Using a recovery repair disketteInstalling or reinstalling device drivers Solving recovery problems Setting a rescue device in the startup sequenceStarting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup UtilityViewing and changing settings Using passwordsUser Password Password considerationsAdministrator Password Setting, changing, and deleting a passwordSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting a startup deviceSelecting or changing the startup device sequence Exiting from the Setup Utility programUsing system programs Updating flashing the Bios from a diskette or discUpdating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemUpdating system programs User Guide Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnosticsLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Diagnostic programsLenovo System Toolbox PC-Doctor for Rescue and RecoveryCleaning the mouse PC-Doctor for DOSOptical mouse Non-optical mouse User Guide Information resources Getting information, help, and serviceOnline Books folder Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolsSafety and Warranty Access HelpThinkVantage Productivity Center Lenovo WelcomeHelp and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programsCalling for service Purchasing additional services Using other servicesAppendix. Notices Trademarks Television output noticeCRU IndexPower Page User Guide Page Part Number 89Y0418
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