Lenovo THINKSTATION 4219 Manuale Utente

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System management featuresv Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test resultsv Automatic power-on startupv Intel Active Management Tech

Security featuresv Computracev Cover presence switch (also called intrusion switch, some models)v Enabling or disabling a devicev Enabling or disablin

SpecificationsThis section lists the physical specifications for your computer.DimensionsWidth: 174.8 mm (6.88 inches)Height: 425.2 mm (16.74 inches)

Software overviewThe computer comes with a preinstalled operating system and several preinstalledapplications.Software provided by LenovoThe following

Lenovo System ToolboxThe Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program is preinstalled on your hard diskdrive. This diagnostic program works through the Wi

LocationsLocating connectors on the front of your computerFigure 1 shows the locations of the connectors on the front of your computer.1 USB connect

Locating connectors on the rear of your computerFigure 2 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Someconnectors on the rea

Connector DescriptionAudio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device,such as a stereo system. When you attach an e

Locating componentsFigure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. Toremove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer co

Locating parts on the system boardFigure 4 shows the locations of the parts on the system board.1 4-pin power connector 13 Front panel connector2

Internal drives are installed in bays. In this manual, the bays are referred to asbay 1, bay 2, and so on. Figure 5 shows the locations of the drive b

Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardwareThis chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for yourcomputer.Handling static-s

Installing external optionsYou can connect external options to your computer, such as external speakers, aprinter, or a scanner. For some external opt

6. Press the cover-release button on the side of the computer and slide the coverto the rear of the computer to remove the cover.Removing and reinstal

2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs on the left side andpivoting the front bezel outward.3. To reinstall the front bezel, al

2. At the rear of the computer, press the release button 1 to open the card latch2.Figure 8. Opening the PCI card latchChapter 2. Installing or re

3. If you are installing a PCI card, remove the appropriate metal slot cover. If youare replacing an old PCI card, grasp the old card that is currentl

6. Pivot the card latch to the closed position to secure the PCI card.What to do next:v To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate

v Use 1 GB, 2 GB, or 4 GB memory modules in any combination up to amaximum of 16 GB.v Install memory modules in the sequence of DIMM 1, DIMM 3, DIMM 2

5. Position the new memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that thenotch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key 2 on the

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v If you are replacing an optical drive, disconnect the signal cable and thepower cable from the rear of the optical drive, press the blue release but

5. Slide the new optical drive into the drive bay from the front of the computeruntil the optical drive snaps into position.6. Connect the signal cabl

Replacing the power supply assemblyAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety info

10. Secure the power supply assembly cables with the cable clips and ties in thechassis.What to do next:v To work with another piece of hardware, go t

5. Carefully remove the four screws 1 that secure the heat sink and fanassembly to the system board.Note: Carefully remove the four screws from the

What to do next:v To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.v To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts rep

6. Pull on the blue handle 3 to release and remove the hard disk drive fromthe drive cage.7. Flex the sides of the blue bracket to remove the hard d

10. Align the drive cage pivot pin with the slot 1 in the upper drive cage andslide the hard disk drive cage into the chassis.11. Connect the signal

To replace the secondary hard disk drive, do the following:1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14.2. Locate the se

7. To install a new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket andalign pin 1, pin 2, pin 3, and pin 4 on the bracket with thecor

NoteBefore using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkStation Safety andWarranty Guide and “Notices,”

9. Install the hard disk drive cage into the chassis until it snaps into positionunderneath the metal tab. Make sure that the hard disk drive cage rel

2. Remove the front bezel. See “Removing and reinstalling the front bezel” onpage 15.3. Disconnect the card reader cable from the front USB connector

Replacing the front fan assemblyAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety informa

4. Release the two tabs 1 that attach the front fan assembly to the chassis asshown and then completely remove the front fan from the chassis.Figure

5. Insert the two tabs 2 of the new front fan assembly into the correspondingholes in the chassis, and press the other two tabs 1 through the hole

Replacing the rear fan assemblyAttentionDo not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety informat

6. Pull on the tips of the rubber mounts until the rear fan assembly is secured inplace.7. Connect the rear fan assembly cable to the system fan conne

This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard.To replace the keyboard, do the following:1. Remove any media from the drives. Then,

3. Disconnect the old mouse cable from the computer.Note: Your mouse might be connected to a PS/2 mouse connector 1 or aUSB connector 2. Depending

4. Position the computer cover on the chassis so that the rail guides on the bottomof the computer cover engage the rails on the chassis. Then, push t

ContentsImportant safety information ...vChapter 1. Product overview ...1Features ...1Specifications ...4Software overvi

Note: Make sure that any security cables you installed do not interfere with othercomputer cables.Integrated cable lockAn integrated cable lock, somet

PadlockYour computer is equipped with a padlock loop so that the cover cannot beremoved when a padlock is installed.Password protectionTo deter unauth

6. Turn on the computer and leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Then,turn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately fivesec

Chapter 3. Recovery informationThis chapter will help you get familiar with recovery solutions provided byLenovo. This chapter explains when and how t

v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows Vista operating system, clickStart → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Product Recovery Media. Th

Performing backup and recovery operationsThe Rescue and Recovery program enables you to back up all your hard disk drivecontents including the operati

4. Follow the instructions on the screen.v To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on theWindows Vista operating system

3. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key.4. If you have set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your password whenprompted. T

4. In the Rescue Media area, select the type of rescue media you want tocreate. You can create a rescue medium using a disc, a USB hard disk drive,or

Creating a recovery repair disketteThis section provides instructions on how to create a recovery repair diskette.To create a recovery repair diskette

Lenovo Welcome ...69Safety and Warranty ...70Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com). . . 70Help and service ...70Using the do

4. Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are severalsubfolders named for various devices installed in your computer, such asAUDIO

Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility programThe Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings ofyour computer, regardless

Password considerationsA password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters.For security reasons, it is recommended to use

Enabling or disabling a deviceThis section provides information on how to enable or disable user access to thefollowing devices:Floppy Driver A When t

Selecting or changing the startup device sequenceTo view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do thefollowing:1. Start the Se

Chapter 5. Configuring RAIDThis chapter provides information about how to configure Redundant Array ofIndependent Disks (RAID) for your computer.Note:

4. Use the arrow keys to select a RAID level in the RAID Level field and pressTab.5. If appropriate, use the arrow keys to select a Stripe Size in the

Chapter 6. Updating system programsThis chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and recovering froma POST/BIOS update failure.Using syst

Note: If you want to change the machine type/model, press Y when prompted.Type in the machine type/model and then press Enter.6. Follow the instructio

Note: The recovery session will take two to three minutes. During this timeyou will hear a series of beeps.11. After the recovery session is completed

Important safety informationCAUTION:Before using this manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safetyinformation for this product. Refer

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Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnosticsThis chapter describes some basic troubleshooting and diagnostic programs. If yourcomputer problem is not de

Symptom ActionThe operating system does notstart.Verify that:v There is no diskette in the diskette drive.v The startup sequence includes the device w

The Lenovo System Toolbox program is a diagnostic program that works throughthe Windows operating system and enables you to view symptoms and solution

1. Download a self-starting bootable CD/DVD image (known as an ISO image) ofthe diagnostic program from:http://www.lenovo.com/support2. Use any CD/DVD

To clean the optical mouse, do the following:1. Turn off your computer.2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer.3. Turn the mouse upside down t

4. Place your hand over the retainer ring and ball 2, and then turn the mouseright-side up, so that the retainer ring and ball fall out into your ha

Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and serviceThis chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance forproducts manufactu

Note: The Lenovo Welcome program is only available on computers preinstalledwith the Windows 7 operating system or the Windows Vista operatingsystem f

Calling for serviceDuring the warranty period, you can get help and information by telephonethrough the Customer Support Center.The following services

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service all models of a particular machine type. In some countries, fees andrestrictions might apply at the time of service.To determine whether your

Appendix. NoticesLenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in thisdocument in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo repres

vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-levelsystems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the sam

IndexAAdministrator, password 54advanced settings 56antivirus software 6audio line-in connector 9audio line-out connector 9audio subsystem 1Bbackup an

Kkeyboard connector 9keyboard, replacing 38LLenovo System Toolbox 64Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 64Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 69Lenovo Web site 70Lenovo

solving recovery problems 52starting the Setup Utility program 53startup device 55sequence, changing 56temporary, selecting 55static-sensitive devices

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Chapter 1. Product overviewThis chapter provides information about the computer features, specifications,preinstalled software programs, part and conn