Overview, Information resources | Lenovo TC S51-8171, TC A51-8425

Chapter 1. Overview

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

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 setting up your computer, starting the operating system, troubleshooting, and notices.

Access IBM provides a link to more information about your computer. Click Start → Access IBM.

If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date manuals for your computer are available from the World Wide Web. To access this information, point your browser to:

http://www.ibm.com/pc/support

Type your machine type and model number in the Quick Path field, and click Go.

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Contents

User Guide Types 8424, 8425 Types 8171, 8172 Page User Guide Types 8424, 8425 Types 8171, 8172 Page Contents Iv User Guide Conditions that require immediate action Important safety information General safety guidelines ServicePower cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices Plugs and outletsBatteries CD and DVD drive safety Additional safety informationHeat and product ventilation To connect To disconnect Lithium battery notice Modem safety informationConnexion Déconnexion Consignes de sécurité relatives au modem Laser compliance statement Xii User Guide Information resources Overview Features Expansion Input/output featuresPower Security features IBM preinstalled software Available options Operating systems preinstalled varies by model Specifications Supported operating positions User Guide Installing options Installing external optionsHandling static-sensitive devices Cover keylock some models Obtaining device drivers Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Opening the cover Locating components Accessing system board components and drives Identifying parts on the system board Installing memory Installing PCI adapters What to do next Removing and replacing the battery Removing and replacing an optical drive Removing and replacing a diskette drive Installing security features Integrated security cable Identifying security locks User Guide Cover lock Password protectionTo install a rope clip Rope clip Closing the cover and connecting the cables Erasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Exiting from the IBM Setup Utility program Using the IBM Setup UtilityStarting the IBM Setup Utility program Viewing and changing settings IDE Drive User Password Password considerationsUser Password Administrator Password Select Security Profile by Device IDE Drive Master PasswordSetting, changing, and deleting a password Using Security Profile by Device Changing the startup device sequence Advanced settingsSelecting a startup device Selecting a temporary startup device Appendix A. Updating POST/BIOS Updating flashing Bios from a disketteUpdating flashing Bios from your operating system Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Appendix B. Cleaning the mouse Cleaning an optical mouseCleaning a mouse with a ball User Guide Basic AT commands Appendix C. Manual modem commands Internal speaker on until carrier detected Low speaker volumeSet Pulse dial as default Set Tone Dial as default Extended AT commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands Fax Class 2 commands Fax Class 1 commands Voice commands Appendix C. Manual modem commands User Guide Appendix D. Notices IBM Trademarks Index Special characters Page Page Part Number 19R0474