Lenovo ThinkStation D30 - Manual

PN: SP40F46586
Printed in China
Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide
Brief user notices
ThinkStation D30
http://www.lenovo.com/support
Lenovo ® electronic manuals... for a greener planet!
Refer to the electronic User Guide for detailed product information:
http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals
Unpack
ThinkStation ®
computer
Mouse
Keyboard Power cord Documentation
Note: Recovery discs are not provided. Instead, everything needed for recovering factory-installed files and applications is
provided in the Lenovo_Recovery partition on your hard disk drive. If you decide to remove the Lenovo_Recovery partition, be
sure to create a recovery disc first. For more information, see "Recovery information" in the User Guide. See “Accessing your
User Guide” for instructions on opening the electronic User Guide provided on your computer.
Connector locations
Note: The locations of the connectors, controls, and indicators on your computer might be slightly different from the illustrations.
Front view
Optical drive eject/close button
Third Edition (March 2014)
© Copyright Lenovo 2012, 2014.
LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to
restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.
USB 3.0 connector (USB connector 1) (in some models)
Microphone connector
Headphone connector
USB 3.0 connector (USB connector 2) (in some models)
1394 connector (in some models)
Power button
Power indicator
Hard disk drive activity indicator
Rear view
Power cord connector
PS/2 keyboard and mouse connectors (in some models)
Ethernet connectors (2)
Audio line-in connector
DVI connector, DisplayPort ® connector, or mini
DisplayPort ® connector (number and location vary by
model)
DVI connector, DisplayPort connector, or mini
DisplayPort connector (number and location vary by
model)
Audio line-out connector
Microphone connector
USB 3.0 connectors (USB connectors 1 to 2)
USB 2.0 connectors (USB connectors 3 to 10)
Serial connector
Initial setup instructions
Note: Depending on the model type, your computer might
not have all of the connectors that are described in this
section.
1.
Connect the keyboard cable to an appropriate
keyboard connector.
USB 2.0
connector
USB 3.0
connector
PS/2 keyboard
connector
2.
Connect the mouse cable to an appropriate mouse
connector.
USB 2.0
connector
USB 3.0
connector
PS/2 mouse
connector
3.
Connect the display cable to an appropriate video
connector.
Note: If your computer is installed with a graphics card,
ensure that you use the monitor connectors on the
graphics card.
DisplayPort
connector or
mini DisplayPort
connector
DVI connector
4.
If you have audio devices, attach them using the
following instructions.
Audio line-in connector: Used to receive audio signals from an
external audio device, such as a stereo system.
Audio line-out connector: Used to send audio signals from the
computer to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers.
Microphone connector: Used to attach a microphone to your
computer to record sound or use speech-recognition software.
Headphone connector: Used to attach headphones to your
computer to listen to music or other sounds without disturbing
anyone.
5.
If you have powered speakers with an ac power
adapter, do the following:
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
speakers.
c. Connect the speakers to the audio line-out
connector or the headphone connector on the
computer.
d. Connect the ac power adapter to an ac power
source.
6.
If you have unpowered speakers with no ac power
adapter, do the following:
a. Connect the cable that runs between the
speakers, if necessary. On some speakers, this
cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the speakers to the audio line-out
connector or the headphone connector on the
computer.
7.
If you have any additional devices, connect them to
the appropriate connectors. Your computer might not
have all connectors that are shown.
USB 2.0 connector: Used to attach a device that requires a
USB 2.0 connector, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a
printer, or a personal digital assistant (PDA).
USB 3.0 connector: Used to attach a device that requires a
USB 2.0 or 3.0 connector, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a
scanner, a printer, or a personal digital assistant (PDA). A USB
3.0 connector provides high transmission speeds to reduce the
time that is required for data transmission.
Serial connector: Used to attach an external modem, a serial
printer, or other devices that use a 9-pin serial connector.
Ethernet connector: Used to attach the computer to an
Ethernet-type local area network or to a cable modem.
Important: To operate the computer within FCC limits when it is
connected to an Ethernet network, use a Category 5 Ethernet
cable.
8.
Connect the power cord to the computer first and
then to a properly-grounded electrical outlet. Ensure
that all power cord connectors are securely and
completely plugged into receptacles.
Power cord
9.
Press the power button on the front of the computer.
10.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
setup.
Accessing your user guide
Your User Guide contains detailed information about your
computer. To access your User Guide, do the following:
Microsoft ® Windows ® 8.1:
 Method 1
1. Go to the Start screen.
2. Click the arrow icon in the bottom-left corner of
the screen to go to the Apps screen. If you are
using a touch screen, swipe up to go to the Apps
screen.
3. Scroll to the right side of the screen, and click or
tap Help and Support. The Windows Help and
Support window opens.
4. Click or tap Lenovo User Guide.
 Method 2
1. Go to the Start screen.
2. Click or tap Lenovo Support. The Lenovo
Support window opens.
3. Click or tap User Guide.
Microsoft Windows 8:
 From the desktop or the Start screen
1. Move the pointer to the top-right or bottom-right
corner of the screen to display the charms, and
then click Search. If you are using a touch screen,
swipe in from the right edge of the screen to
display the charms, and then tap Search.
2. On the Apps screen, scroll to the right side, and
click or tap Help and Support. The Windows
Help and Support window opens.
3. Click or tap Lenovo User Guide.
 From the Start screen
1. Click or tap Lenovo Support. The Lenovo
Support window opens.
2. Click or tap User Guide.
Microsoft Windows 7:
1. From the Windows desktop, click Start and then click
Help and Support. The Help and Support application
opens.
2. Click Lenovo User Guide.
3. In the Lenovo User Guide window, click the link for
your model and the User Guide opens.
Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista ® :
1. From the Windows desktop, click Start All
Programs ThinkVantage Lenovo User
Guide.
2. In the Lenovo User Guide window, click the link for
your model and the User Guide opens.
Models without preinstalled operating systems and
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) clients:
Go to the Lenovo Support Web site to access your User
Guide. See “Downloading publications” for additional
information.
User Guides are available in additional languages from
the Lenovo Web site. See “Downloading publications” for
additional information.
Read this flyer before using your computer
This flyer provides critical safety and regulatory information for Lenovo computers
and instructions on how to access electronic versions of the publications developed
for your computer.
Read first — regulatory information
For users in Mexico:
Advertencia: En Mexico la operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes
dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia
perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia,
incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada.
Downloading publications
Electronic versions of your computer publications are available from the Lenovo
Support Web site. To download the publications for your computer, go to
http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals and follow the instructions on the screen.
Service and Support information
The following information describes the technical support that is available for your
product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of your product. Refer to
the Lenovo Limited Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. See
“Lenovo Limited Warranty notice” later in this document for details on accessing the
full warranty.
If you purchased Lenovo services, refer to the following terms and conditions for
detailed information:
 For Lenovo Warranty Service Upgrades or Extensions, go to:
http://support.lenovo.com/lwsu
 For Lenovo Accidental Damage Protection Services, go to:
http://support.lenovo.com/ladps
Online technical support
Online technical support is available during the lifetime of a product at:
http://www.lenovo.com/support
Telephone technical support
Where applicable, you can get help and information from the Customer Support
Center by telephone. Before contacting a Lenovo technical support representative,
please have the following information available: model and serial number, the exact
wording of any error message, and a description of the problem. Your technical
support representative might want to walk you through the problem while you are at
your computer during the call.
Worldwide Lenovo support telephone list
Important: Telephone numbers are subject to change without notice. The most up-
to-date telephone list for the Customer Support Center is always available at:
http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone
If the telephone number for your country or region is not listed, contact your Lenovo
reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.
Country or region Telephone number
Africa
South Africa: 0800110756 (English, Afrikaans)
Central Africa: Contact the nearest Lenovo Business Partner
Algeria +33 6 7348 1739 (French, English)
Argentina 0800-666-0011 (Spanish)
Australia 1800 041 267 (English)
Austria 01-24592-5901 (German)
Bahrain Kanoo IT: 00 973 1771 1722
Bahrain Business Machine LLC: 00 973 1758 4302
Belgium 02-210-9820
+32 (0)2 339 3611 (Warranty service and support)
Country or region Telephone number
(Dutch)
02-210-9800
(French)
Bolivia 0800-10-0189 (Spanish)
Brazil Calls made from within the Sao Paulo region: (11) 3889-8986
Calls made from outside the Sao Paulo region: 0800-701-4815
(Brazilian Portuguese)
Brunei Dial 800-1111, and then dial 866-273-5446
(English, Bahasa Melayu)
Canada 1-800-565-3344 (English, French)
Caribbean
(Bermuda, Jamaica,
Tortola) 1-800 426 7378
(English)
Chile 800-361-213 (Spanish)
China Technical Support Line
800-990-8888
86-10-58851110
(Mandarin)
Colombia 1-800-912-3021 (Spanish)
Costa Rica 0-800-011-1029 (Spanish)
Croatia 0800-0426
Cyprus 80092537
(Greek)
Czech Republic +420-2-7213-1316
Denmark 4520-8200
7010-5150 (Warranty service and support)
(Danish)
Dominican Republic 1-866-434-2080 (Spanish)
Ecuador 1-800-426911 OPCION 4 (Spanish)
Egypt 800-0000-418 (Toll free)
002-02-2594-8500 (Standard charges apply)
(English, Arabic)
El Salvador 800-6264 (Spanish)
Estonia +372 66 00 800
+372 6776793
Finland 09-459-6960
+358-800-1-4260 (Warranty service and support)
Country or region Telephone number
(Finnish)
France 0238-557-450
Hardware: 0810-631-213 (Warranty service and support)
Software: 0810-631-020 (Warranty service and support)
(French)
Germany 01805-00 46 18 (Warranty service and support)
(German)
Greece Contact the nearest Lenovo Business Partner
Guatemala 1800-624-0051 (Spanish)
Honduras Tegucigalpa: 232-4222
San Pedro Sula: 552-2234
(Spanish)
Hong Kong (852) 3071-3561
(Cantonese, English, Mandarin)
Hungary +36 1 3825716
+36 1 3825720
(English, Hungarian)
India 1800 3000 THINK 1800 3070 8465 (Reliance)
1800-419-4666 (Tata)
Email: [email protected]
(English, Hindi)
Indonesia +6221 2992 5823
001-803-606-282 (Local number only)
+603 8315 6859 (DID)
(English, Bahasa Indonesia)
Ireland 01-815-9202
01-881-1444 (Warranty service and support)
(English)
Israel Givat Shmuel Service Center: +972-3-531-3900
Italy 02-7031-6101
+39-800-820094 (Warranty service and support)
(Italian)
Japan 0120-000-817
Jordan Jordan Business Systems: 00 962 6 5000999 Ext 713/127
General Computer & Electronic (GCE): 00 962 6 551 3879
Kazakhstan +77273231427