Lenovo THINKSTATION 4219- User Manual

Chapter 1. Product overview This chapter provides information about the computer features, specifications,preinstalled software programs, part and connector locations, and internal drives. Features This section provides information about the computer features. System information The following inform...

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 174.8 mm (6.88 inches) Height: 425.2 mm (16.74 inches) (floor to top of handle) Depth: 430.8 mm (16.96 inches) Weight Maximum configuration: 11.2 kg (24.7 lbs) Environment Air temperature: Operating: 1...

Lenovo System Toolbox The Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program is preinstalled on your hard diskdrive. This diagnostic program works through the Windows operating system todiagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled settings thatcan cause hardware failures. See “Lenovo Syst...

Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 shows the locations 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 Power cord connector 8 Microphone connector 2...

Locating components Figure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. Toremove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 14. 1 Microprocessor, heat sink, and heat sink fan assembly 5 Front audio and USB assembly 2 Memory module 6 PCI card (installed in some...

Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. 1 4-pin power connector 13 Front panel connector 2 Microprocessor 14 Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper 3 Microprocessor fan connector 15 Front USB connectors (2) 4 DI...

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...

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 reinstalling the front bezel Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety information” in ...

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, align the three plastic tabs on the right side of thefront bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the frontbezel inwards until i...

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 section. v To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the partsreplacement” on page 40. Installing or replacing a memory module ...

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 system board. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until theretaining clips close. 6. Reinstall the PCI Express x16 graphics card if you ha...

Replacing the power supply assembly Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide ...

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 to the appropriate section. v To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” onpage 40. Replacing the heat sink and fan assemb...

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 replacement” onpage 40. Replacing the primary hard disk drive Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding...

10. Align the drive cage pivot pin with the slot 1 in the upper drive cage and slide the hard disk drive cage into the chassis. 11. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive. 12. Press down on the metal latch 2 and pivot the drive cage into place, and then slide it to t...

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 releasebutton is secured in the chassis. 10. Connect the signal cable and the power cable to the new hard disk drive. What to do next: v To work with ano...

Replacing the front fan assembly Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide , g...

Replacing the rear fan assembly Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading andunderstanding the “Important safety information” in the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide , go...

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 connector on the systemboard. What to do next: v To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the replacement, go ...

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, turn off all attached devices and thecomputer. 2. Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Disconnect the old keyboard cable from the...

3. Disconnect the old mouse cable from the computer. Note: Your mouse might be connected to a PS/2 mouse connector 1 or a USB connector 2 . Depending on where your mouse is connected, see “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 8 or“Locating connectors on the front of your compute...

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 the cover tothe front of the computer until it snaps into position. 5. If the computer cover is secured with thumbscrews, install them. 6. If there is ...

Note: 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...

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 program 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. Start...

Enabling or disabling a device This section provides information on how to enable or disable user access to thefollowing devices: Floppy Driver A When this option is set to Disabled , the floppy drive cannot be accessed. USB Setup Use this option to enable or disable a USB connector. When a USBconne...

Chapter 5. Configuring RAID This chapter provides information about how to configure Redundant Array ofIndependent Disks (RAID) for your computer. Note: The information about configuring RAID in this chapter is applicable onlyfor a Windows environment. For information about configuring RAID in aLinu...

4. Use the arrow keys to select a RAID level in the RAID Level field and press Tab. 5. If appropriate, use the arrow keys to select a Stripe Size in the Stripe Size field and press Tab. 6. Type a volume size in the Capacity field and press Tab. 7. Press Enter to initiate volume creation. 8. When pro...

Chapter 6. Updating system programs This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and recovering froma POST/BIOS update failure. Using system programs System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer. Systemprograms include the POST, the BIOS code, and the Setup ...

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 instructions on the screen to complete the update. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the ...

Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter describes some basic troubleshooting and diagnostic programs. If yourcomputer problem is not described here, see Chapter 8, “Getting information, help,and service,” on page 69 for additional troubleshooting resources. Basic troubleshooting The ...

Symptom Action The operating system does notstart. Verify that: v There is no diskette in the diskette drive. v The startup sequence includes the device where the operating system resides.Usually, the operating system is on the hard disk drive. For more information,see “Selecting a startup device” o...

The Lenovo System Toolbox program is a diagnostic program that works throughthe Windows operating system and enables you to view symptoms and solutionsfor computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update systemdrivers, and review system information. To run the Lenovo System Toolbo...

1. Download a self-starting bootable CD/DVD image (known as an ISO image) ofthe diagnostic program from:http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Use any CD/DVD burning software to create a diagnostic disc with the ISOimage. Running the diagnostic program from a diagnostic disc This section provides instruct...

Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and service This chapter contains information about help, service, and technical assistance forproducts manufactured by Lenovo. Information resources You can use the information in this section to access useful resources relating toyour computing needs. Online B...

Note: The Lenovo Welcome program is only available on computers preinstalledwith the Windows 7 operating system or the Windows Vista operatingsystem from Lenovo. Safety and Warranty The ThinkStation Safety and Warranty Guide that is provided with your computer contains information on safety, setup, ...

Calling for service During the warranty period, you can get help and information by telephonethrough the Customer Support Center. The following services are available during the warranty period: v Problem determination - Trained service personnel are available to assist you with determining a hardwa...

service all models of a particular machine type. In some countries, fees andrestrictions might apply at the time of service. To determine whether your computer is eligible for International Warranty Serviceand to view a list of the countries where service is available, go tohttp://www.lenovo.com/sup...

Index A Administrator, password 54advanced settings 56antivirus software 6audio line-in connector 9audio line-out connector 9audio subsystem 1 B backup and recovery operations 47basic troubleshooting 63BIOS, updating (flashing) 59, 60boot-block recovery 60 C cable lock, security 42changing password ...