Lenovo 3658- User Manual

Chapter 1. Product overview This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are availablefor your computer. You can expand the capabilities of your computer by addingmemory modules, drives, or adapter cards. When installing or replacing an option,use these instructions along w...

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 331 mm (13.0 inches) Height: 104 mm (4.1 inches) Depth: 412 mm (16.2 inches) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 8.8 kg (19.4 lbs) Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F)...

Software overview The computer comes with a preinstalled operating system and several preinstalledapplications. Software provided with your Windows operating system This section describes the Windows applications provided with your computer. Software provided by Lenovo The following software applica...

Power Manager: The Power Manager program provides convenient, flexible, and complete power management for your ThinkCentre ® computer. By using the Power Manager program, you can adjust your power settings to achieve the best balancebetween system performance and power saving. Factory Recovery: The ...

Antivirus software Your computer comes with antivirus software that you can use to detect andeliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on yourcomputer with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew thelicense to continue receiving the antivirus software ...

Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the location of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Someconnectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determinewhere to connect the cables on your computer. 1 PS/2 mouse connector 10 PCI Express x16 graphi...

Locating components To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 16. Figure 3 shows the location of the various components in your computer. 1 System fan plenum, system fan and heat sink assembly 7 Battery 2 Microprocessor 8 Power supply assembly 3 Optical drive 9 PCI card...

Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the location of the parts on the system board. 1 4-pin power connector 13 Internal speaker connector 2 System fan connector 14 Front USB connector 2 3 Microprocessor fan connector 15 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor)/Recovery jumpe...

Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for yourcomputer. Handling static-sensitive devices Do not open the static-protective package containing the new part until thedefective part has been removed from the computer and yo...

5. Press the cover-release button on the top of the computer cover, slide thecomputer cover to the rear, and remove it. If your computer has screws thatsecure the computer cover, remove the screws, and then remove the computercover. Accessing the system board components and drives Attention Do not o...

5. Using the blue handle 1 , lift and slide the drive bay assembly forward until the locating studs in the drive bay assembly are aligned with the slots on thesides of the chassis. Pull upward on the handle to remove the drive bayassembly completely from the chassis. Depending on what component of t...

What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” onpage 35. Installing or replacing an adapter card Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the“Im...

6. Close the adapter card latch to secure the adapter card. What to do next: v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” onpage 35. Replacing the hard disk drive Attention Do not open your computer or attempt ...

7. Reconnect the signal and power cables to the rear of the hard disk drive. 8. Position the hard disk drive and bracket so that it engages the retaining clipsin the bottom of the chassis when you slide the bracket to the right. 9. Slide the hard disk drive and bracket to the right until it snaps in...

8. Install the new optical drive into the bay until it snaps into position. 9. Reconnect the signal and power cables to the new optical drive. 10. Go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 35. Replacing the diskette drive or card reader Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repai...

6. Remove the failing diskette drive or card reader by sliding it out the front ofthe drive bay assembly. 7. Remove the retaining bracket from the failing diskette drive or card readerand install it on the new diskette drive or card reader. 8. Install the new diskette drive or card reader into the d...

Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Gui...

8. Position the heat sink and fan assembly on the microprocessor socket andthen position the clamp on the plastic retention bracket. Pivot the handle 1 to clamp the heat sink and fan assembly to the plastic retention bracket. 9. Reconnect the heat sink and the fan assembly cable to the microprocesso...

7. Remove the system fan assembly by pulling the bracket outward and lifting itup from the system board to remove completely. 8. Install a new system fan assembly and install the two screws that secure thesystem fan assembly. 9. Connect the system fan assembly cable to the system fan connector on th...

Replacing the keyboard Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide , go to: http:/...

Replacing the mouse Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide , go to: http://ww...

Important Correctly route all power supply cables to avoid interference with thedrive bay assembly. Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of thecomputer chassis. 3. If the drive bay assembly was removed, align it with the two slots and rails onthe sides of the chassis and reconnect the drive cab...

Make sure that any security cables you installed do not interfere with othercomputer cables. Integrated cable lock An integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as the Kensington lock) can beused to secure your computer to a desk, table, or other non-permanent fixture. Thecable lock attaches to a ...

Padlock Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop so that the computer cover cannotbe removed when a padlock is installed. Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utilityprogram to set a password. When you turn on your computer, you are promptedto ty...

Chapter 3. Recovery information This chapter will help you get familiar with recovery solutions provided byLenovo. This chapter explains when and how to use the following recoverymethods: v Creating and using recovery media v Performing backup and recovery operations v Using the Rescue and Recovery ...

v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows Vista operating system, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Product Recovery Media . Then, follow the instructions on the screen. v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows XP operating system, click Start → All Programs → Think...

4. Follow the instructions on the screen. v To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on theWindows Vista operating system or the Windows XP operating system, do thefollowing: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Rescue and Recovery . T...

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. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens after a short delay. Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see “Solvingrecovery problems” ...

Creating a recovery repair diskette This section provides instructions on how to create a recovery repair diskette. To create a recovery repair diskette, do the following: 1. Turn on the computer, and make sure that your computer has Internet access. 2. Follow the instructions on the Web site at: ht...

4. Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are severalsubfolders named for various devices installed in your computer, such asAUDIO or VIDEO. 5. Open the appropriate device subfolder. 6. Do one of the following: v In the device subfolder, look for a README.txt file or a file with t...

Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings ofyour computer, regardless of which operating system you are using. However, theoperating system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utilityprogram. Starting the ...

Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 12 (1 to 12) alphabetic and numericcharacters (a-z and 0-9). For security reasons, it is recommended to use a strongpassword that cannot be easily compromised. A strong password should adhere tothe following rules: v Have at least ei...

Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do thefollowing: 1. Start the Setup Utility program (see “Starting the Setup Utility program” onpage 49). 2. Select Startup and read the information displayed on the right side of ...

Chapter 5. Updating system programs This chapter contains information about updating the POST/BIOS and how torecover from a POST/BIOS update failure. Using system programs System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer. Theyinclude the power-on self-test (POST), the basic I...

6. When prompted to change the machine type/model, press Y. 7. Type in the seven character machine type/model of your computer and thenpress Enter. 8. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update. Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system Note: The Web page content (inc...

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes some basic troubleshooting and diagnostic programs. If yourcomputer problem is not described here, see Chapter 7, “Getting information, help,and service,” on page 63 for additional troubleshooting resources. Basic troubleshooting The ...

Symptom Action The USB Keyboard does notwork. Verify that: v The computer is turned on. v The keyboard is securely connected to a USB connector on the front or rear ofthe computer. v No keys are stuck. The mouse does not work. Thecomputer does not respond tothe mouse. Verify that: v The computer is ...

PC-Doctor for DOS You can also download the latest version of the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnosticprogram from http://www.lenovo.com/support. The PC-Doctor for DOSdiagnostic program runs independently of the Windows operating system. Use thePC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program if you are unable to start...

Chapter 7. Getting information, help, and service This chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance forproducts manufactured by Lenovo. Information resources This section describes how to access useful resources relating to your computingneeds. Online Books folder Note:...

v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computermodel. v Access the online manuals for your products. v Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. v Access troubleshooting and support information for your computer model a...

Refer to the safety and warranty information that is provided with your computerfor a complete explanation of warranty terms. You must retain your proof ofpurchase to obtain warranty service. For a list of service and support phone numbers for your country or region, go tohttp://www.lenovo.com/suppo...

Index A adapter card 21 installing, replacing 21 administrator, password 50antivirus software 7audio line-in connector 10audio line-out connector 10audio subsystem 1 B backup and recovery operations 43basic troubleshooting 57battery, replacing 27BIOS, updating (flashing) 53, 54Boot-block recovery 54...