IBM THINKCENTRE 8128 User Manual

ThinkCentre™ User Guide Ty pe s 8128, 8185, 8186, 8187, 8188 Ty pe s 8189, 8190, 8192, 8193, 8194 Ty pe s 8195, 8196, 8197, 8413, 8414 Ty pe s 8415,

foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a replacement from the battery manufacturer. Batteries can degrade when they

The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Microprocessor 11 SATA 2 IDE connector 2 DIMM connector 1 12

To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 82. 2. You might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the DIMM slo

2. Remove the adapter-slot-cover latch and the slot cover for the appropriate expansion slot. 3. Remove the adapter from its static-protective

Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drives are devices

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 t

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

7. Install the drive into the bay and lock it into position. Note: Some drives might require screws to secure the drive into the bay. If this is th

2. Locate the PATA secondary IDE connector on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 83. 3. Connect one end of the

Identifying security locks The following illustration shows the locations of the security features on the rear of the computer. 1 Rope clip 2

5. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not a part of or permanently secured to the building structure or foundation,

Additional safety information DANGER Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: v Do

Integrated cable lock With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as a Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or ot

configuration information (including passwords) are lost. An error message is displayed when you turn on the computer. Refer to “Lithium battery notic

3. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the system board. See “Identifying parts on the system board” on page 83. 4. If necessary, see “Insta

5. To update the configuration, see Chapter 5, “Using the IBM Setup Utility program,” on page 99. Chapter 4. Types 8189, 8190, 8194, 8195, 8415, 84

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Chapter 5. Using the IBM Setup Utility program The IBM Setup Utility program is stored in the electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEP

User password The user password feature deters unauthorized persons from gaining access to your computer. Administrator password Setting an administra

Using IDE Drives Setup In addition to listing the different IDE devices, there are options for configuring the serial and parallel IDE controllers. P

1. Start the IBM Setup Utility program (see “Starting the IBM Setup Utility program” on page 99). 2. Select Startup. 3. Select Startup Sequence.

Appendix A. Updating system programs This appendix contains information about updating system programs and how to recover from a POST/BIOS update fail

v Lorsque vous installez, que vous déplacez, ou que vous manipulez le présent produit ou des périphériques qui lui sont raccordés, reportez-vous aux

6. Scroll down and look for a .txt file that has instructions for Flash BIOS update from the operating system. Click the .txt file. 7. Print these

Appendix B. Cleaning the mouse This appendix provides instructions on how to clean your mouse. The procedure will be different depending on which type

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 y

Appendix C. Manual modem commands The following section lists commands for manually programming your modem. Commands are accepted by the modem while i

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

Extended AT commands Command Function &C_ &C0 Force Carrier Detect Signal High (ON) &C1 Turn on CD when remote carrier is present &D_

Command Function &V1 Display Last Connection Statistics &W_ &W0 Stores the active profile as Profile 0 &W1 Stores the active profile a

Fax Class 1 commands +FAE=n Data/Fax Auto Answer +FCLASS=n Service Class +FRH=n Receive data with HDLC framing +FRM=n Receive data +FRS=n Receive sil

+FPHCTO Phase C time out. +FPOLL Indicates polling request. +FPTS: Page transfer status. +FPTS= Page transfer status. +FREV? Identify revision. +FSPT

Attention Switzerland User: If your Swisscom phone line does not have Taxsignal switched OFF, modem function may be impaired. The impairment may be re

v Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. v Use caution whe

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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. Re

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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 represen

Television output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory-installed television-output feature. This product incorporates c

Index Aadaptersaccelerated graphics port (AGP) 5, 27, 51, 77 installingTypes 8128, 8187, 8188, 8193, 8414, and 8431 35 Types 8185, 8186, 8192, 8413, a

modemBasic AT commands 107 Extended AT commands 109 Fax Class 1 commands 111 Fax Class 2 commands 111 MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands 110 Voice command

Part Number: 13R9196 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 13R9196

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

Overview Thank you for selecting an IBM computer. Your computer incorporates many of the latest advances in computer technology and can be upgraded as

Identifying your computer See Chapter 1, “Types 8185, 8186, 8192, 8413, and 8430,” on page 1. See Chapter 2, “Types 8128, 8187, 8188, 8193, 8414,

Chapter 1. Types 8185, 8186, 8192, 8413, and 8430 This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your com

Internal drives v 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive v Internal hard disk drive v EIDE CD-ROM drive or DVD-ROM drive (some models)Video subsystem

Power v 200 W power supply with manual voltage selection switch v Automatic 50/60 Hz input frequency switching v Advanced Power Management suppo

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Height: 104 mm (4.1 in.) Width: 360 mm (14.2 in.)

Available options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – S

v Always handle components carefully. Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry. v Prevent others from to

Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer.

Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector. Parallel conne

Removing the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 5 before removing the cov

Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1Power supply 5DIMM 2PCI slot 

The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Microprocessor 11 SATA 2 IDE connector 2 DIMM connector 1 12

To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 9. 2. Locate the DIMM connectors. See “Identifying parts on the system bo

To install an adapter: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 9. 2. Pivot one of the drive bay latch handles toward the front of th

ThinkCentre™ User Guide Ty pe s 8128, 8185, 8186, 8187, 8188 Ty pe s 8189, 8190, 8192, 8193, 8194 Ty pe s 8195, 8196, 8197, 8413, 8414 Ty pe s 8415,

7. Install the adapter-slot-cover latch. 8. Clear any cables that might impede the replacement of the drive bays. 9. Replace the support bar

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

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

d. Your computer has extra power connectors for connecting additional drives. Connect the power cable to the drive. 8. Clear any cables that mi

Rope clip Using a 3/16-inch or 5-mm rope clip (sometimes referred to as a U-bolt), a steel security cable, and a padlock can secure your computer to a

Integrated cable lock With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as a Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or ot

Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To change the battery: 1. Turn off the co

5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3). 6. Replace the cover and co

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Chapter 2. Types 8128, 8187, 8188, 8193, 8414, and 8431 This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for yo

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,

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)Video subsystem v An i

v Advanced Power Management support v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) supportSecurity features v User and administrator passwo

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Height: 140 mm (5.5 in.) Width: 425 mm (16.7 in.)

Available options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – S

v Prevent others from touching components. v When you install a new option, touch the static-protective package containing the option to a metal e

Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer.

Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector. Parallel conne

Removing the cover Important: Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 27 before removing the c

Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1CD drive or DVD drive 7 DIMMs 2

The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Microprocessor 11 SATA 2 IDE connector 2 DIMM connector 1 12

Contents Important safety information . . . . . .v Conditions that require immediate action . . . . .v General safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . .v

To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 31. 2. You might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the DIMM slo

To install an adapter: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 31. 2. Remove the adapter-slot-cover latch and the slot cover for the

Installing internal drives This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing internal drives. Internal drives are devices

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

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

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 d

4. Your computer has extra power connectors for additional drives. Connect a power connector to the drive. 5. If you have a CD-ROM audio cable, co

Identifying security locks The following illustration shows the locations of the security features on the rear of the computer. 1 Rope clip 2

5. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not a part of or permanently secured to the building structure or foundation,

Integrated cable lock With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as a Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or ot

Replacing the cover and connecting the cables . . .70 Chapter 4. Types 8189, 8190, 8194, 8195, 8415, 8432, and 8433 . . . . . .73 Features . . . . .

Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To change the battery: 1. Turn off the co

5. Move the jumper from the standard position (pins 1 and 2) to the maintenance or configure position (pins 2 and 3). 6. Replace the cover and co

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Chapter 3. Types 8196 and 8197 This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available for your computer. You can expa

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)Video subsystem v An i

v Advanced Power Management support v Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) supportSecurity features v User and administrator passwo

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Height: 398 mm (15.67 in.) Width: 180 mm (7.08 in.)

Available options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – S

v Prevent others from touching components. v When you install a new option, touch the static-protective package containing the option to a metal e

Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the USB connectors on the front of the compute

Important safety information This information can help you safely use your IBM® personal computer. Follow and retain all information included with you

Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer.

Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector. Keyboard conne

Removing the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 51 before removing the co

Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1Microprocessor and heat sink 4PC

The following illustration shows the locations of parts on the system board. 1 Microprocessor 11 SATA 2 IDE connector 2 DIMM connector 1 12

To install a DIMM: 1. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 56. 2. You might have to remove an adapter to gain access to the DIMM slo

Installing adapters This section provides information and instructions for installing and removing adapters. Your computer has three expansion slots f

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

Drive specifications Your 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 dr

3. Remove the bay panel from the drive bay by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver at the end and gently prying it loose. 4. Remove the metal shield

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,

6. Install the drive into the bay. Align the screw holes and install two screws to secure the drive. 7. A hard disk drive requires two cables;

3. Connect one end of the signal cable to the drive and the other to the PATA secondary IDE connector on the system board. To reduce electronic nois

Identifying security locks The following illustration shows the locations of the security features on the rear of the computer. 1 Rope clip 2

5. Thread the cable through the rope clip and around an object that is not a part of or permanently secured to the building structure or foundation,

Integrated cable lock With an integrated cable lock (sometimes referred to as a Kensington lock), you can secure your computer to a desk, table, or ot

Refer to “Lithium battery notice” on page x for information about replacing and disposing of the battery. To change the battery: 1. Turn off the co

To erase a forgotten password: 1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Remove the cover. See “Removing the cover” on page 56. 3.

3. Position the cover on the chassis so that the guides on the top and bottom of the cover engage the chassis and push the cover to the closed posit

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Chapter 4. Types 8189, 8190, 8194, 8195, 8415, 8432, and 8433 This chapter provides an introduction to the features and options that are available

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

v 512 KB flash memory for system programsInternal drives v 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB diskette drive v Internal hard disk drive v EIDE CD drive or DVD

Expansion v Five drive bays v Three 32-bit peripheral component interconnect (PCI) adapter slots v One accelerated graphics port (AGP) expansion

Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Height: 413 mm (16.25 in.) Width: 191 mm (7.5 in.)

Available options The following are some available options: v External options – Parallel port devices, such as printers and external drives – S

v Always handle components carefully. Handle adapters and memory modules by the edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry. v Prevent others from to

Locating the connectors on the front of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the front of the computer. N

Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer The following illustration shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of the computer.

Connector Description Mouse connector Used to attach a mouse, trackball, or other pointing device that uses a standard mouse connector. Keyboard conne

Removing the cover Important Read “Important safety information” on page v and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 77 before removing the co

Locating components The following illustration will help you locate the various components in your computer. 1Microprocessor and heat sink 4PC