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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the “Important safety information” on page v and Appendix E, “Notices,” on page 95. Third Edition (May 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004.
Contents Important safety information . . . . . .v Conditions that requir e immediate action . . . . .v General safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . .v i Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .v i Power cords and power adapters . . . . . .v i Extension cords and related devices .
Chapter 4. Using the IBM Setup Utility program . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 7 Starting the IBM Setup Utility program . . . . .7 7 V iewing and changing settings . . . . . . . .7 7 Exiting from the IBM Setup Utility program . . .7 7 Using passwords . .
Important safety information This information can help you safely use your IBM ® personal computer . Follow and retain all information included with your IBM computer . The information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the IBM Statement of Limited W arranty .
v Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, creases), discharge from a battery , or a buildup of foreign substances on the battery . v A cracking, hissing or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the product. v Signs that liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the computer product, the power cord or power adapter .
Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles. Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins and/or shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter .
Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is damaged, or if you notice any disch.
Additional safety information DANGER Electrical current from power , telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
v Lorsque vous installez, que vous déplacez, ou que vous manipulez le présent produit ou des périphériques qui lui sont raccordés, reportez-vous aux instructions ci-dessous pour connecter et déconnecter les différents cordons. Connexion: 1. Mettez les unités hors tension.
v Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. v Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. v A void using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm.
DANGER: Certains modèles d’ordinateurs personnels sont équipés d’origine d’une unité de CD-ROM ou de DVD-ROM. Mais ces unités sont également vendues séparément en tant qu’options. L’unité de CD-ROM/DVD-ROM est un appareil à laser .
Overview Thank you for selecting an IBM ® computer . Y our computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computer technology and can be upgraded as your needs change.
Identifying your computer See Chapter 1, “T ypes 8149, 8177, and 8178,” on page 1. See Chapter 2, “T ypes 8126, 8174, 8175, and 8176,” on page 25.
Chapter 1. T ypes 8149, 8177, and 8178 This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer . Yo u 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.
v EIDE CD drive or DVD drive (some models) V ideo subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a V ideo Graphics Array (VGA) monitor v Accelerated graphics port (AGP) video adapter slot on the sy.
Security features v User and administrator passwords v Support for the addition of a rope clip and lockable cable v Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock v Startup sequence control v St.
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer . Dimensions Height: 140 mm (5.5 in.) W idth: 425 mm (16.7 in.) Depth: 425 mm (16.7 in) W eight Minimum configuration as shipped: 10.0 kg (22 lb) Maximum configuration: 1 1.
A vailable options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – Serial port devices, such as external modems and dig.
v Prevent others from touching components. v When you install a new option, touch the static-protective package containing the option to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the package and your body .
Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer . 1 Power connector 8 Audio line out conne.
Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector . Parallel connector Used to attach a parallel printer , parallel scanner , or other devices that use a 25-pin parallel connector .
Removing the cover Important: Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 5 before removing the cover . To remove the cover: 1. Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer .
Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer . 1 CD drive or DVD drive 7 DIMMs 2 USB connector 8 Micropr ocessor .
The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Micropr ocessor 11 S ATA 0 connector 2 DIMM connector 1 12 Front panel connector 3 DIMM con.
To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the cover . See “Removing the cover” on page 9. 2. Yo u might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the DIMM slots. See “Installing adapters” on page 12. 3. To locate the DIMM connectors. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 10.
2. Remove the adapter-slot-cover latch and the slot cover for the appropriate expansion slot. 3. Remove the adapter from its static-protective package. 4. Install the adapter into the appropriate slot on the system board. 5. Install the adapter-slot-cover latch.
Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. Yo u can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and to enable your computer to read other types of media.
The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays. The following list describes some of the drives that you can install in each bay and their height requir ements: 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) CD drive or DVD drive (preinstalled in some models) 5.
4. Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into one of the slots and gently prying it loose. 5. Pivot the drive-bay latch handle toward the front of the computer and then pivot the drive-bay cage upward, as shown, until it is latched in the upright position.
7. Install the drive into the bay . Align the screw holes and insert the two screws. 8. Pivot the drive-bay cage back into place. 9. A hard disk drive requir es two cables; a power cable that connects to the power supply and a signal cable that connects to the system board.
3. Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the secondary IDE connector on the system board. To reduce electronic noise, use the connectors at the end of the cable only . 4. Y our computer has extra power connectors for additional drives.
Identifying security locks The following illustration shows the locations of the security features on the rear of the computer . 1 Rope clip 2 Integrated cable lock Rope clip Using a 3/16-.
5. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not a part of or permanently secured to the building structur e or foundation, and from which it cannot be removed; then fasten the cable ends together with a lock.
Integrated cable lock W ith an integrated cable lock (sometimes referr ed to as a Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key .
Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery . To change the battery: 1. T urn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Remove the cover . See “Removing the cover” on page 9. 3. Locate the battery .
6. Replace the cover and connect the power cord. See “Replacing the cover and connecting the cables.” 7. Restart the computer , leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. T urn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately 5 seconds.
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Chapter 2. T ypes 8126, 8174, 8175, and 8176 This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer . Yo u 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.
Internal drives v 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive v Internal hard disk drive v EIDE CD drive or DVD drive (some models) V ideo subsystem v An integrated graphics controller for a V ideo Graphics Arra.
v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching v Advanced Power Management support v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) support Security features v User and administrator passwords v Su.
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer . Dimensions Height: 398 mm (15.67 in.) W idth: 180 mm (7.08 in.) Depth: 402 mm (15.82 in.) W eight Minimum configuration as shipped: 7.6 kg (16.8 lb) Maximum configuration: 9.
A vailable options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – Serial port devices, such as external modems and dig.
v Prevent others from touching components. v When you install a new option, touch the static-protective package containing the option to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity in the package and your body .
Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the USB connectors on the front of the computer .
Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the back of the computer . 1 Power connector 8 USB connectors 2.
Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector . Keyboard connector Used to attach a keyboard that uses a standard keyboard connector .
Removing the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 29 before removing the cover . To remove the cover: 1. Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer .
Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer . 1 Micropr ocessor and heat sink 4 PCI slots 2 DIMMs 5 PCI adapter .
The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Micropr ocessor 11 S ATA 0 connector 2 DIMM connector 1 12 Front panel connector 3 DIMM con.
To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the cover . See “Removing the cover” on page 34. 2. Yo u might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the DIMM slots. See “Installing adapters” on page 38. 3. Locate the DIMM connectors. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 35.
Installing adapters This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing adapters. Y our computer has three expansion slots for PCI adapters. One slot, used for an AGP adapter , is available on some models. Yo u can install an adapter up to 228 mm (9 inches) long in the AGP slot, PCI slot 2, or PCI slot 3.
5. Secure the adapter with the screw as shown. What to do next v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to “Replacing the cover and connecting the cables” on page 48. Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives.
Drive specifications Y our computer comes with the following IBM-installed drives: v A CD drive or DVD drive in bay 1 v A 3.5-inch diskette disk drive in bay 3 v A 3.5-inch hard drive in bay 4 Any bay that does not have a drive installed has a static shield and bay panel installed.
Installing a drive To install an internal drive, follow these steps: 1. Remove the cover . See “Removing the cover” on page 34. 2. If your computer has a CD drive or DVD drive, you might need to remove the signal and power cables from the drive. 3.
6. Install the drive into the bay . Align the screw holes and install two screws to secure the drive. 7. A hard disk drive requir es two cables; a power cable that connects to the power supply and a signal cable that connects to the system board. v A parallel ATA hard disk drive requir es a four-wir e power cable.
Connecting an additional CD drive, DVD drive, or parallel ATA hard disk drive An additional drive can be connected to either the primary IDE or secondary IDE connector . 1. Locate an available IDE connector on the three-connector signal cable attached to either the primary IDE or secondary IDE connector on the system board.
Identifying security locks The following illustration shows the locations of the security features on the rear of the computer . 1 Rope clip 2 Integrated cable lock 3 Padlock loop Ro.
5. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not a part of or permanently secured to the building structur e or foundation, and from which it cannot be removed; then fasten the cable ends together with a lock.
Integrated cable lock W ith an integrated cable lock (sometimes referr ed to as a Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key .
configuration information (including passwords) are lost. An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer . Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery . To change the battery: 1.
4. If necessary , see “Installing adapters” on page 38 to remove any adapters that impede access to the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper . 5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3).
5. To update the configuration, see Chapter 4, “Using the IBM Setup Utility program,” on page 77. Chapter 2. T ypes 8126, 8174, 8175, and 8176 49.
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Chapter 3. T ypes 8084, 8085, 8147, 8148, and 8179 This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer . Yo u 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.
v 512 KB flash memory for system programs Internal drives v 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive v Internal hard disk drive v EIDE CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (some models) V ideo subsystem v An integrated gr.
Power v 230 W power supply with manual voltage selection switch v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching v Advanced Power Management support v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) s.
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer . Dimensions Height: 413 mm (16.25 in.) W idth: 191 mm (7.5 in.) Depth: 406 mm (16 in.) W eight Minimum configuration as shipped: 9.1 kg (20 lb) Maximum configuration: 1 1.
A vailable options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – Serial port devices, such as external modems and dig.
v Always handle components carefully . Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry . v Prevent others from touching components.
Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the front of the computer . Note: Not all computer models will have the following connectors.
Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the back of the computer . 1 Power connector 8 USB connectors 2.
Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector . Keyboard connector Used to attach a keyboard that uses a standard keyboard connector .
Removing the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 55 before removing the cover . To remove the cover: 1. Shut down your operating system, remove any media (diskettes, CDs, or tapes) from the drives, and turn off all attached devices and the computer .
Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer . 1 Micropr ocessor and heat sink 4 PCI adapter 2 DIMMs 5 Power supp.
The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Micropr ocessor 11 S ATA 0 connector 2 DIMM connector 1 12 Front panel connector 3 DIMM con.
To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the cover . See “Removing the cover” on page 60. 2. Yo u might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the DIMM slots. See “Installing adapters.” 3. Locate the DIMM connectors. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 61.
2. Remove the adapter-slot-cover latch and the slot cover for the appropriate expansion slot. 3. Remove the adapter from its static-protective package. 4. Install the adapter into the appropriate slot on the system board. 5. Install the adapter-slot-cover latch.
Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drives are devices that your computer uses to read and store data. Yo u can add drives to your computer to increase storage capacity and to enable your computer to read other types of media.
The following illustration shows the locations of the drive bays. The following list describes some of the drives you can install in each bay and their height requir ements: 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 in.) CD drive or DVD drive (preinstalled in some models) 5.
4. Remove the metal shield from the drive bay by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into one of the slots and gently prying it loose. 5. Make sure the drive that you are installing is set correctly as either a master or a slave device. Note: A serial ATA hard disk drive does not need to be set as either a master or a slave device.
7. Install the drive into the bay and lock it into position. Note: Some drives might requir e screws to secure the drive into the bay . If this is the case, align the screw holes, and insert the screws to secure the drive.
2. Locate the secondary IDE connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 61. 3. Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the secondary IDE connector on the system board. To reduce electronic noise, use the connectors at the end of the cable only .
Identifying security locks The following illustration shows the locations of the security features on the rear of the computer . 1 Rope clip 2 Integrated cable lock Rope clip Using a 3/16-.
5. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not a part of or permanently secured to the building structur e or foundation, and from which it cannot be removed; then fasten the cable ends together with a lock.
Integrated cable lock W ith an integrated cable lock (sometimes referr ed to as a Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. The cable lock attaches to a security slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key .
The battery normally requir es no charging or maintenance throughout its life; however , no battery lasts forever . If the battery fails, the date, time, and configuration information (including passwords) are lost. An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer .
3. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 61. 4. If necessary , see “Installing adapters” on page 63 to remove any adapters that impede access to the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper .
4. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer . See “Installing external options” on page 56. 5. To update the configuration, see Chapter 4, “Using the IBM Setup Utility program,” on page 77.
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Chapter 4. Using the IBM Setup Utility program The IBM Setup Utility program is stored in the electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM) of your computer . The IBM Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer , regar dless of which operating system you are using.
Administrator password Setting an administrator password deters unauthorized persons from changing configuration settings. If you are responsible for maintaining the settings of several computers, you might want to set an administrator password.
Selecting a temporary startup device Use this procedur e to startup from any boot device. Note: Not all CDs, hard disks, and diskettes are startable (bootable). 1. T urn off your computer . 2. Press and hold the F12 key then turn on your computer . When the Startup Device Menu displays, release the F12 key .
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Appendix A. Updating system programs This appendix contains information about updating system programs and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update failure. System programs System programs are the basic layer of software that is built into your computer .
8. From your browser , Click Back to return to the list of files. Carefully follow the printed instructions to download, extract, and install the update. Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure If power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS is being updated (flash update), your computer might not restart correctly .
Appendix B. Cleaning the mouse This appendix provides instructions on how to clean your mouse. The procedur e will be differ ent depending on which type of mouse you have. Cleaning an optical mouse If you experience some problems with your optical mouse, check the following: 1.
3. Place your hand over the retainer ring and ball 2 , and then turn the mouse over , top side up, so that the retainer ring and ball fall out into your hand. 4. W ash the ball in warm, soapy water then dry it with a clean cloth. Blow air carefully into the ball cage 4 to dislodge dust and lint.
Appendix C. Manual modem commands The following section lists commands for manually programming your modem. Commands are accepted by the modem while it is in Command Mode. Y our modem is automatically in Command Mode until you dial a number and establish a connection.
Command Function H1 Force modem off-hook (make busy) Note: H1 command is not supported for Italy I_ I0 Display product-identification code I1 Factory ROM checksum test I2 Internal memory test I3 Firmw.
Extended AT commands Command Function &C_ &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 T urn on CD when remote carrier is present &D_ &D0 Modem ignores the DTR signal &D1 Mode.
Command Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W_ &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile as Profile 1 %E_ %E0 Disable auto-retrain %E1 Enabl.
Fax Class 1 commands +F AE=n Data/Fax Auto Answer +FCLASS=n Service Class +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC framing +FRM=n Receive data +FRS=n Receive silence +FTH=n T ransmit data with HDLC framing +FTM=n T ransmit data +FTS=n Stop transmission and wait Fax Class 2 commands +FCLASS=n Services class.
+FPHCTO Phase C time out. +FPOLL Indicates polling request. +FPTS: Page transfer status. +FPTS= Page transfer status. +FREV? Identify revision. +FSPT Enable polling.
Attention Switzerland User: If your Swisscom phone line does not have T axsignal switched OFF , modem function may be impaired. The impairment may be resolved by a filter with the following specifications: T elekom PTT SCR-BE T aximpulssperrfilter-12kHz PTT Art.
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Appendix D. Customer replaceable unit (CRU) parts list For your computer , the following parts are designated customer replaceable unit (CRU) parts. Refer to the warranty section of your Quick Reference for more information.
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Appendix E. Notices IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local IBM repr esentative for information on the products and services currently available in your area.
T elevision output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory-installed television-output feature. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners.
Index A adapters accelerated graphics port (AGP) 5, 29, 55 installing T ypes 8084, 8085, 8147, 8148, and 8179 63 T ypes 8126, 8174, 8175, and 8176 38 T ypes 8149, 8177, and 8178 12 peripheral componen.
mouse connector 8, 33, 59 N noise level 4, 28, 54 O options available 5, 29, 55 external 5, 29, 55 internal 5, 29, 55 P parallel connector 8, 33, 59 password erasing 22, 47, 73 lost or forgotten 22, 4.
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Part Number: 19R0764 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 19R0764.
Un punto importante, dopo l’acquisto del dispositivo (o anche prima di acquisto) è quello di leggere il manuale. Dobbiamo farlo per diversi motivi semplici:
Se non hai ancora comprato il Lenovo A50 è un buon momento per familiarizzare con i dati di base del prodotto. Prime consultare le pagine iniziali del manuale d’uso, che si trova al di sopra. Dovresti trovare lì i dati tecnici più importanti del Lenovo A50 - in questo modo è possibile verificare se l’apparecchio soddisfa le tue esigenze. Esplorando le pagine segenti del manuali d’uso Lenovo A50 imparerai tutte le caratteristiche del prodotto e le informazioni sul suo funzionamento. Le informazioni sul Lenovo A50 ti aiuteranno sicuramente a prendere una decisione relativa all’acquisto.
In una situazione in cui hai già il Lenovo A50, ma non hai ancora letto il manuale d’uso, dovresti farlo per le ragioni sopra descritte. Saprai quindi se hai correttamente usato le funzioni disponibili, e se hai commesso errori che possono ridurre la durata di vita del Lenovo A50.
Tuttavia, uno dei ruoli più importanti per l’utente svolti dal manuale d’uso è quello di aiutare a risolvere i problemi con il Lenovo A50. Quasi sempre, ci troverai Troubleshooting, cioè i guasti più frequenti e malfunzionamenti del dispositivo Lenovo A50 insieme con le istruzioni su come risolverli. Anche se non si riesci a risolvere il problema, il manuale d’uso ti mostrerà il percorso di ulteriori procedimenti – il contatto con il centro servizio clienti o il servizio più vicino.
