Lenovo 9636QKU User manual

SMART. CAPABLE. UNDEMANDING.
THINKCENTRE A55
The ThinkCentre® A55 desktop is
now available in a space-saving small
form factor and a versatile expandable
tower. Outfitted with Intel®Dual
Core™ Processors, ThinkCentre A55
models provide impressive multitasking
performance. And with a host of
unique ThinkVantage®Technologies
and design features, these competitively
priced desktops combine robust
security with outstanding quality to
deliver exceptional overall value.
New Thinking. New ThinkCentre.
™
Lenovo recommends Windows Vista
™Business.

Lenovo recommends Windows Vista
™Business.
Processor
Intel®Pentium®D Processor, Intel Pentium 4
Processor with HT Technology or Intel®Celeron®
D Processor
Preloaded operating system3
Genuine Windows Vista™ Business 32
Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic 32
Genuine Windows®XP Professional
Genuine Windows XP Home
Video graphics (integrated)
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000,
PCI Express 16-lane graphics slot* (full height)
Core chipset
Intel 946GZ Express
Memory4/max capacity5
DDR 667MHz (PC2-5300) or
DDR 533MHz (PC2-4200)/4.0GB
Hard disk drive6
80GB, 160GB, 250GB or
500GB (7200rpm) Serial ATA
Optical drive (full-size)
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD-ROM Combo or
Multi-Burner Plus
Audio (integrated)
AD 1986 HD;
Rear audio: line in, line out
Front audio: mic in, headphone out
Internal speaker
Security features
Client Security Solution (software)
Connectivity (integrated)
Intel PRO/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Expansion
4 slots (full height) x 4 bays
Dimensions
402x175x440mm (15.8x6.9x17.3")
Ports
6 USB 2.0 (2 front-access), 1 serial (second serial
option), 1 parallel, PS/2®mouse/keyboard, VGA
Keyboard (varies by model)
Preferred Pro USB Full Size Keyboard7 , Preferred
Pro USB Fingerprint Keyboard, Preferred Pro PS/2
Full Size Keyboard, Enhanced Performance USB
Keyboard or Enhanced Performance Wireless
Keyboard and Mouse
Mouse (varies by model)
USB Optical Wheel Mouse (400DPI)
USB ScrollPoint®Optical Mouse (800DPI)
PS/2 2 Button Ball Mouse
PS/2 Optical Wheel Mouse
Visit thinkcentre.com for more information and
details by model.
Outstanding value comes standard.
Your choice of technologies, like the Intel 946GZ Express chipset for faster performance and new
Intel Dual Core Processors for multitasking and multimedia, make the ThinkCentre A55 desktop the
perfect solution. Easily configured to your needs, ThinkCentre A55 models suit the way you work,
right out of the box. Steel chassis with toolless access simplify service. And a choice of warranty
options1means you’re covered by international warranty service2when and where you need it.
Plus, TopSeller models have been designed and priced with small and medium businesses in mind.
Select models come preloaded with Genuine Windows Vista™ and are Microsoft®Office ready for
the 2007 Microsoft Office Business Suites. ThinkCentre A55 desktops are products of Lenovo, a
global company incorporating the former IBM PC Division. Find out more at lenovo.com
ThinkCentre A55 Family specifications
IF IT MADE COFFEE, YOU’D NEVER LEAVE THE OFFICE.
A55 Tower Machine Type: 8705
Processor
Intel Pentium D Processor, Intel Pentium 4 Processor
with HT Technology or Intel Celeron D Processor
Preloaded operating system
Genuine Windows Vista Business 32
Video graphics (integrated)
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 3000
Core chipset
Intel 946GZ Express
Memory/max capacity
DDR 667 MHz (PC2-5300) or
DDR 533 MHz (PC2-4200)/4GB
Hard disk drive
80GB, 160GB, 250GB or
500GB (7200 rpm) Serial ATA
Optical drive (full-size)
CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, DVD/CD-RW
Combo or DVD Recordable
Audio (integrated)
AD 1986 HD;
Rear audio: line in, line out,
Front audio: mic in, headphone out
Internal speaker
Security features
Client Security Solution (Software)
Connectivity (integrated)
Gigabit
Expansion
2 slots x 3 bays
Dimensions
87.5x310x358mm (3.3x12.2x14.1")
Ports
6 USB 2.0 (2 front-access), 1 serial (second serial
optional), 1 parallel, PS/2 mouse/keyboard, VGA
Keyboard
Preferred Pro PS/2 Full Size Keyboard, Preferred
Pro USB Full Size Keyboard, Preferred Pro USB
Fingerprint Keyboard, Enhanced Performance
USB Keyboard or Enhanced Performance Wireless
Keyboard and Mouse
Mouse (varies by model)
USB Optical Wheel Mouse (400DPI)
USB ScrollPoint Optical Mouse (800DPI)
A55 Small Form Factor: 9636

Kensington MicroSaver
Keylock from Lenovo
(73P2582) helps you
avoid theft and physically
secure your desktop,
printer or monitor.
Lenovo USB/Analog
Headset by Sennheiser
(40Y8518) enhances your
communications and
multimedia experience.
Preferred PRO USB
Fingerprint Keyboard
(73P4730) puts password
security at your fingertips.
IF IT MADE COFFEE, YOU’D NEVER LEAVE THE OFFICE.
Take productivity to the next level.
Help users help themselves.
ThinkVantage Technologies are integrated into every ThinkCentre A55 system to help reduce
the burden on your help desk. These unique tools, including ThinkVantage Productivity Center,
ThinkVantage Client Security Solution, and ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery™, make system
management, security and even recovering from system crashes, quick and easy.
Just short of omniscient.
The help you need is always standing by—around the clock and around the world.
2ThinkCentre
service and support continues to be available from IBM.
ThinkCentre A55 Family software
Preloaded operating systems
Genuine Windows Vista Business 32
Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic 32
Genuine Windows XP Professional
Genuine Windows XP Home
Supported operating systems
Genuine Windows Vista Business 32
Genuine Windows Vista Home Basic 32
Genuine Windows XP Professional (SP1a, SP2)
Genuine Windows XP Home Edition (SP1a, SP2)
Genuine Windows 2000 Professional (SP3, SP4)
Included software8
(preloaded)
Diskeeper Lite
Google: Google Toolbar, Google Desktop,
Picasa from Google
Multimedia Center for Think Offerings, including:
– InterVideo WinDVD (DVD, DVD/CD-RW &
DVD-RW models)
– InterVideo WinDVD Creator (DVD-RW models)
– Roxio DigitalMedia LE (DVD/CD-RW &
DVD-RW models)
PC-Doctor
Symantec Client Security
(with 90 days of virus definitions)
ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software (select models)
ThinkVantage Productivity Center with Away Manager
ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery
ThinkVantage System Update
ThinkVantage System Migration Assistant™
Java™ JRE™
(downloadable)
Secure Data Disposal™
ThinkVantage ImageUltra™ Builder
(licensed web deliverable)
ThinkVantage Update Retriever
ThinkVantage Package Builder
(license–CD not included)
IBM®Lotus®SmartSuite®Millennium
IBM Lotus Notes®stand-alone client
Certified operating systems
For a listing of completed Linux certifications,
visit lenovo.com/linux
For important warranty information, see page 4.
Select models are
Microsoft Office ready
for the 2007 Microsoft
Office Business Suites.
Activation keys can be
purchased from Lenovo,
a Lenovo Solution Partner
or directly from Microsoft.
Lenovo recommends Windows Vista
™Business.

1.866.426.1316
lenovo.com
© 2007 Lenovo. Produced in the U.S.A., 01-07. All rights reserved. Availability: All offers subject to availability. Lenovo reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without
notice. Lenovo is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors. Warranty information: For a copy of applicable product warranties, write to: Warranty Information, P.O. Box 12195, RTP, NC
27709, Attn: Dept. ZPYA/B676. Lenovo makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services. *Select models may include these graphics adapter cards: 128M NVIDIA
GeForce 6200TC with VGA/TV, 64M NVIDIA GeForce 6200TC with VGA/TV, 128M NVIDIA GeForce 7300LE with VGA/TV, 256M ATI Radeon X1300 PRO with VGA/TV, 128M ATI Radeon X300SE with
dual VGA (via cable). Footnotes: [1] Limited warranty: Support unrelated to warranty issues may be subject to additional charges. [2] International warranty service: is available for most models
in any country in which this product is sold and serviced. Service delivery methods and parts availability vary by country, may be different from that in the country of purchase and are subject to change
without notice. Fees and restrictions may apply in some countries. [3] Operating system: Level of support varies by operating system. Operating systems not preloaded on the system may not provide full
feature functionality. Refer to lenovo.com/pc/support and enter your machine type and model number for more information. [4] Memory: Maximum memory varies depending on model and may require
replacement of standard memory with optional maximum memory module. For models with 4GB maximum memory, accessible memory will be less than 4GB depending on the system configuration. For
PCs without a separate video card, memory supports both system and video. Accessible system memory is up to 128MB less than the amount stated, depending on video mode. [5] Maximum capacity:
may require the replacement of a standard component with the largest supported component available. [6] Hard drive: GB=1 billion bytes. Accessible capacity is less; up to 4GB is service partition.
[7] Full-size keyboard: As defined by ISO/IEC 15412. [8] Included software: may differ from its retail version (if any) and may not include user manuals or all program functionality. License agreements
may apply. Certain IBM and ThinkCentre logo products: are not manufactured, warranted or supported by IBM or Lenovo. IBM and Lenovo logos and trademarks used under license. Contact Lenovo for
details. The following are trademarks of Lenovo: Lenovo, the Lenovo logo, ImageUltra, PS/2, Rescue and Recovery, ScrollPoint, Secure Data Disposal, System Migration Assistant, ThinkCentre and
ThinkVantage. IBM, Lotus, Lotus Notes and SmartSuite are trademarks of IBM and are used under license. Microsoft, Vista and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel, Intel
Inside, the Intel Inside logo, Celeron, Core and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. Java
and JRE are trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other company, product and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
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