User ManualTable of ContentsImportant safety information7Service and upgrades7Static electricity prevention7Power cords and power adapters8Extension cords and related devices8Plugs and outlets9External devices9Heat and product ventilation9Operating environment10Modem safety information10Laser compliance statement11Power supply statement11Cleaning and maintenance11Chapter 1. Product overview13Features13Specifications16Lenovo programs17Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system17Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system18An introduction to Lenovo programs19Locations21Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer21Locating connectors on the rear of your computer23Locating components25Locating parts on the system board28Adjusting the frame stand30Machine type and model label31Chapter 2. Using your computer33Frequently asked questions33Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 operating system33Using the keyboard34Using Windows shortcut keys34Using the blue ThinkVantage button34Using a fingerprint reader34Using the wheel mouse35Adjusting audio35About your computer audio35Setting the volume from the desktop35Setting the volume from Control Panel36Using CDs and DVDs36Handling and storing CD and DVD media36Playing a CD or DVD37Recording a CD or DVD37Using the single-touch and multi-touch feature37Chapter 3. You and your computer41Accessibility and comfort41Arranging your workspace41Comfort41Glare and lighting42Air circulation42Electrical outlets and cable lengths42Register your computer43Moving your computer to another country or region43Voltage-selection switch43Replacement power cords44Chapter 4. Security45Security features45Attaching an integrated cable lock46Using passwords46BIOS passwords46Windows passwords47Configuring the fingerprint reader47Using and understanding firewalls47Protecting data against viruses47Chapter 5. Installing or replacing hardware49Handling static-sensitive devices49Installing or replacing hardware49Installing external options49Removing and reinstalling the frame stand50Installing the monitor stand50Removing the computer cover53Removing and reinstalling the frame foot54Removing and reinstalling the handle bar55Removing and reinstalling the rear I/O assembly56Installing or replacing a memory module57Replacing the hard disk drive58Replacing the optical drive61Replacing the converter board62Replacing the heat sink63Replacing the microprocessor65Replacing the internal speakers68Replacing the thermal sensor69Replacing the integrated camera71Replacing the WI-FI card72Replacing the ambient light sensor74Replacing the Bluetooth module75Replacing the card reader76Replacing the ExpressCard77Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly for GPU78Replacing the rear PS/2 connectors and serial port assembly80Replacing the mouse81Replacing the keyboard84Completing the parts replacement85Chapter 6. Recovery information87Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system87Creating and using recovery media87Performing backup and recovery operations88Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace89Creating and using a rescue medium90Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers91Reinstalling software programs92Reinstalling device drivers92Solving recovery problems92Recovery information for the Windows 8 operating system93Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility program95Starting the Setup Utility program95Viewing and changing settings95Using passwords95Password considerations96Power-On Password96Administrator Password96Hard Disk Password96Setting, changing, and deleting a password96Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS)97Enabling or disabling a device97Selecting a startup device98Selecting a temporary startup device98Selecting or changing the startup device sequence98Enabling ErP compliance mode98ICE performance mode99ICE thermal alert99Exiting the Setup Utility program100Chapter 8. Updating system programs101Using system programs101Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc101Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system102Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure102Chapter 9. Preventing problems103Keeping your computer current103Getting the latest device drivers for your computer103Updating your operating system103Using System Update104Cleaning and maintenance104Basics104Cleaning your computer105Good maintenance practices106Moving your computer107Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and diagnostics109Basic troubleshooting109Troubleshooting procedure110Troubleshooting110Audio problems111CD problems112DVD problems113Intermittent problems115Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems115Monitor problems117Networking problems118Option problems121Performance and lockup problems122Printer problems123Serial port problems124Software problems124USB problems125Lenovo Solution Center126Chapter 11. Getting information, help, and service127Information resources127Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools127Lenovo Welcome127Help and Support127Safety and Warranty127Lenovo Web site127Lenovo Support Web site128Help and service128Using the documentation and diagnostic program128Calling for service128Using other services129Purchasing additional services129Appendix A. Notices131Trademarks132Appendix B. Regulatory information133Export classification notice133Electronic emissions notices133Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity133Additional regulatory information135Appendix C. WEEE and recycling information137Important WEEE Information137Recycling information137Recycling information for Brazil138Battery recycling information for Taiwan138Battery recycling information for the European Union139Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)141China RoHS141Turkish RoHS141Ukraine RoHS141India RoHS142Appendix E. ENERGY STAR model information143Index145Size: 5.83 MBPages: 150Language: EnglishOpen manual
