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Table 2. Programs in Control Panel (continued) Program Control Panel section Recovery Media System and Security Rescue and Recovery System and Security SimpleTap System Update View Management Utility Programs System and Security System and Security Green text in Control Panel Lenovo - Factory Recovery Disks Lenovo - Enhanced Backup and Restore Lenovo - SimpleTap Lenovo - Update and Drivers Lenovo View Management Utility Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available. Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system If your computer is preinstalled with the Windows 8 operating system, you can access Lenovo programs by doing either of the following: • Click the Lenovo QuickLaunch icon from the taskbar. A list of programs is displayed. Double-click a Lenovo program to launch it. If a desired program is not in the list, click the plus icon +. • Press the Windows key to go to the Start screen. Click a Lenovo program to launch it. If you cannot find the program you need, move the pointer to the bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Then click the Search charm to search for the desired program. Your computer supports the following Lenovo programs: • Fingerprint Software • Lenovo Companion • Lenovo Settings • Lenovo Solution Center • Lenovo QuickLaunch • Lenovo Support • Password Manager • System Update An introduction to Lenovo programs This topic provides a brief introduction to some Lenovo programs. Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available. • Communications Utility The Communications Utility program provides a central location for integrated camera and microphone settings. It controls advanced settings for the integrated microphone and camera to optimize Web conferencing and Voice over IP (VOIP) experience. • Fingerprint Software The integrated fingerprint reader provided on some keyboards enables you to enroll your fingerprint and associate it with your power-on password, hard disk password, and Windows password. As a result, fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. A fingerprint reader keyboard is available with select computers or can be purchased for computers that support this option. • Lenovo Cloud Storage 6 ThinkCentre Edge User Guide

Section	Page
Important safety information	7
Service and upgrades	7
Static electricity prevention	7
Power cords and power adapters	8
Extension cords and related devices	8
Plugs and outlets	9
External devices	9
Heat and product ventilation	9
Operating environment	10
Modem safety information	10
Laser compliance statement	11
Power supply statement	11
Cleaning and maintenance	11
Chapter 1. Product overview	13
Features	13
Specifications	16
Lenovo programs	16
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system	16
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system	18
An introduction to Lenovo programs	18
Locations	20
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer	21
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the rear of your computer	22
Adjusting the frame stand	23
Machine type and model label	24
Chapter 2. Using your computer	25
Frequently asked questions	25
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 operating system	25
Using the keyboard	26
Using Windows shortcut keys	26
Using the blue ThinkVantage button	26
Using a fingerprint reader	26
Using the wheel mouse	27
Adjusting audio	27
About your computer audio	27
Setting the volume from the desktop	27
Setting the volume from Control Panel	28
Using CDs and DVDs	28
Handling and storing CD and DVD media	28
Playing a CD or DVD	29
Recording a CD or DVD	29
Chapter 3. You and your computer	31
Accessibility and comfort	31
Arranging your workspace	31
Comfort	31
Glare and lighting	32
Air circulation	32
Electrical outlets and cable lengths	32
Registering your computer	33
Moving your computer to another country or region	33
Voltage-selection switch	33
Replacement power cords	34
Chapter 4. Security	35
Security features	35
Attaching an integrated cable lock	36
Using passwords	36
BIOS passwords	36
Windows passwords	37
Configuring the fingerprint reader	37
Using and understanding firewalls	37
Protecting data against viruses	37
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing hardware	39
Handling static-sensitive devices	39
Installing or replacing hardware	39
Installing external options	39
Removing and reinstalling the system stand hinge cover	40
Removing and reinstalling the system stand	41
Replacing the keyboard or mouse	43
Obtaining device drivers	43
Chapter 6. Recovery information	45
Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system	45
Creating and using recovery media	45
Performing backup and recovery operations	46
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace	47
Creating and using a rescue medium	48
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers	49
Reinstalling software programs	50
Reinstalling device drivers	50
Solving recovery problems	50
Recovery information for the Windows 8 operating system	51
Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility program	53
Starting the Setup Utility program	53
Viewing and changing settings	53
Using passwords	53
Password considerations	54
Power-On Password	54
Administrator Password	54
Hard Disk Password	54
Setting, changing, and deleting a password	54
Enabling or disabling a device	55
Selecting a startup device	55
Selecting a temporary startup device	55
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence	55
Enabling ErP compliance mode	56
Smart performance choices	56
Exiting the Setup Utility program	57
Chapter 8. Updating system programs	59
Using system programs	59
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc	59
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system	60
Chapter 9. Preventing problems	61
Keeping your computer current	61
Getting the latest device drivers for your computer	61
Updating your operating system	61
Using System Update	62
Cleaning and maintenance	62
Basics	62
Cleaning your computer	63
Good maintenance practices	64
Moving your computer	64
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and diagnostics	65
Basic troubleshooting	65
Troubleshooting procedure	66
Troubleshooting	66
Audio problems	67
CD problems	68
DVD problems	69
Intermittent problems	71
Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems	71
Monitor problems	73
Networking problems	74
Option problems	77
Performance and lockup problems	78
Printer problems	79
Serial port problems	80
Software problems	80
USB problems	81
Lenovo Solution Center	81
Chapter 11. Getting information, help, and service	83
Information resources	83
Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools	83
Lenovo Welcome	83
Help and Support	83
Safety and Warranty	83
Lenovo Web site	83
Lenovo Support Web site	84
Help and service	84
Using the documentation and diagnostic program	84
Calling for service	84
Using other services	85
Purchasing additional services	85
Appendix A. Notices	87
Trademarks	88
Appendix B. Regulatory information	89
Export classification notice	89
Electronic emissions notices	89
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity	89
Additional regulatory information	91
Appendix C. WEEE and recycling information	93
Important WEEE information	93
Recycling information	93
Recycling information for Brazil	94
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	94
Battery recycling information for the European Union	95
Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)	97
China RoHS	97
Turkish RoHS	97
Ukraine RoHS	97
India RoHS	98
Appendix E. ENERGY STAR model information	99

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Table 2. Programs in Control Panel (continued)

Program

Control Panel section

Green text in Control Panel

Recovery Media

System and Security

Lenovo - Factory Recovery Disks

Rescue and Recovery

System and Security

Lenovo - Enhanced Backup and

Restore

SimpleTap

Programs

Lenovo - SimpleTap

System Update

System and Security

Lenovo - Update and Drivers

View Management Utility

System and Security

Lenovo View Management Utility

Note:

Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available.

Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system

If your computer is preinstalled with the Windows 8 operating system, you can access Lenovo programs by

doing either of the following:

•

Click the

Lenovo QuickLaunch

icon from the taskbar. A list of programs is displayed. Double-click a

Lenovo program to launch it. If a desired program is not in the list, click the plus icon +.

•

Press the Windows key to go to the Start screen. Click a Lenovo program to launch it. If you cannot ﬁnd

the program you need, move the pointer to the bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms.

Then click the

charm to search for the desired program.

Your computer supports the following Lenovo programs:

•

Fingerprint Software

•

Lenovo Companion

•

Lenovo Settings

•

Lenovo Solution Center

•

Lenovo QuickLaunch

•

Lenovo Support

•

Password Manager

•

System Update

An introduction to Lenovo programs

This topic provides a brief introduction to some Lenovo programs.

Note:

Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available.

•

Communications Utility

The Communications Utility program provides a central location for integrated camera and microphone

settings. It controls advanced settings for the integrated microphone and camera to optimize Web

conferencing and Voice over IP (VOIP) experience.

•

Fingerprint Software

The integrated ﬁngerprint reader provided on some keyboards enables you to enroll your ﬁngerprint

and associate it with your power-on password, hard disk password, and Windows password. As a

result, ﬁngerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. A

ﬁngerprint reader keyboard is available with select computers or can be purchased for computers that

support this option.

•

Lenovo Cloud Storage

ThinkCentre Edge User Guide