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ThinkStation
User Guide
MachineTypes: 4155, 4158, and 4218
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ThinkStation User Guide
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Note Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with this product and AppendixC, “Notices,” on page 61. Second Edition (October 2009) © Copyright Lenovo 2009. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, repr
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Contents Entering the Marvell BIOS Setup to configure Introduction.............v SATA or SAS RAID...........25 Configuring the Marvell BIOS Setup to enable Chapter1. Important safety information 1 SATA or SAS RAID 0, 1, 5, or 10 functionality. . 26 Configuring the Marvell BIOS Setup to set an Chapter2. Arranging your workspace . . 3 optional hot spare hard disk drive......26 Comfort................3 Configuring the Marvell BIOS Setup to delete an Glare and lighting ............3 optional hot spa
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Safety and Warranty ..........48 Fax Class 1 commands ..........55 Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com). . . 48 Fax Class 2 commands ..........55 Help and service ............48 Voice commands.............56 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs..............48 AppendixB. System memory speed . . 59 Calling for service...........48 Using other services ..........49 AppendixC. Notices.........61 Purchasing additional services.......50 Television output notice..........62 European conf
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Introduction This ThinkStation User Guide contains the following information: v Chapter1, “Important safety information,” on page 1 provides information about where to find safety information for this product. v Chapter2, “Arranging your workspace,” on page 3 provides information about setting up your computer for comfort and the impact of light sources, air circulation, and electrical outlets. v Chapter3, “Setting up your computer,” on page 5 provides information about setting up your computer,
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Chapter1. Important safety information CAUTION: Before using this manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safety information for this product. Refer to the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and or damage to your product. If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide, you can obtain one online
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Chapter2. Arranging your workspace To get the most from your computer, arrange both the equipment you use and your work area to suit your needs and the kind of work you do. Your comfort is of foremost importance, but light sources, air circulation, and the location of electrical outlets can also affect the way you arrange your workspace. Comfort Although no single working position is ideal for everyone, here are a few guidelines to help you find a position that suits you best. Sitting in the sam
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Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting, an antiglare filter placed over the screen might be helpful. However, these filters might affect the clarity of the image on the screen; try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing glare. Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare. Remember to clean your monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth as directed in your monitor documentation. Air circulation Your computer and monitor produce he
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Chapter3. Setting up your computer Be sure to read and understand the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide before you set up your computer. Reading and understanding the safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and or damage to your product. Set up your computer in the best possible work area that suits your needs and the kind of work you do. For more information, see Chapter2, “Arranging your workspace,” on page 3. Connecting your computer Use the following information when conn
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2. Connect the USB mouse cable to the USB connector. 3. Connect the monitor cable to the monitor connector. Note: Depending on your model type, your computer might come with a Low Force Helix (LFH) connector on the rear panel, which enables you to connect up to four monitors. The standard LFH connector has two breakout Video Graphics Array (VGA) cables or Digital Video Interface (DVI) cables. This solution provides you with flexibility for a variety of monitor configurations. To use the LFH conn
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4. If you have a modem, connect the modem using the following information. 1 This illustration shows the two connectors on the back of the computer that are needed to set up your modem. 2 In the United States and other countries or regions that use the RJ-11 telephone outlet, attach one end of the telephone cable to the telephone and the other end to the telephone connector on the back of the computer. Attach one end of the modem cable to the modem connector on the back of the computer and t
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5. If you have audio devices, attach them using the following instructions. For more information about speakers, see step 6 and step 7 on page 10. 8 User Guide
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1 Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. When you attach an external audio device to your computer, connect the cable to the audio line-out connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the computer. 2 Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to (front speaker connector) external audio devices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers), multimedia keyboar
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F_LR F_LR 6. If you have powered speakers with an ac power adapter: a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers, if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. b. Connect the ac power adapter cable to the speaker. c. Connect the speakers to the computer. d. Connect the ac power adapter to the ac power source. 7. If you have unpowered speakers with no ac power adapter: a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers, if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is p
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1394 1394 8. Connect any additional devices that you have. Your computer might not have all connectors that are shown. 1 USB connector Used to attach a device that requires a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector, such as a USB keyboard, a USB mouse, a USB scanner, or a USB printer. If you have more than 10 USB devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional USB devices. 2 Serial port Used to attach an external modem, a serial printer, or other devices that use a
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9. Connect the power cords to properly grounded electrical outlets. Turning on computer power Turn on the monitor and other external devices first, and then turn on the computer. When the power-on self-test (POST) is finished, the logo window closes. If your computer has preinstalled software, the software installation program starts. If you experience any problems during startup, refer to Chapter10, “Getting information, help, and service,” on page 47. You can get additional help and informatio
