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, and Setup Guide Brief user notices ThinkCentre M73 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/thinkuserguides ThinkCentre® computer Mouse Keyboard Power cord or ac - Lenovo ThinkCentre M73 | (English) Safety, Warranty and Setup Guide - Page 2
• Heat sink and fan assembly • Microprocessor • Power supply assembly • Rear fan assembly • Wi-Fi adapter card* • Wi-Fi card module* • Wi-Fi front antenna* Machine types 10B4, 10B5, 10B6, and 10B7. Self-service CRUs • Coin cell battery • Keyboard • Memory module • Mouse • Optical drive* • PCI card
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Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide
Brief user notices
ThinkCentre M73
Lenovo
®
electronic manuals... for a greener planet!
Refer to the electronic
User Guide
for detailed product information:
Unpack
ThinkCentre
®
computer
Mouse
Keyboard
Power cord or ac
power adapter
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.
Tiny desktop, rear view
USB 2.0 connector (USB connector 5)
Ethernet connector
Second Edition (August 2013)
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VGA monitor connector
USB 2.0 connector (USB connector 3)
USB 2.0 connector (USB connector 4)
DisplayPort connector
ac power adapter connector
Security-lock slot
Optional connector
ac power adapter cable loop
Wi-Fi card module antenna slot
Tiny desktop
Tower and small desktop, rear
view
Power cord connector
PS/2 mouse connector
PS/2 keyboard connector
DisplayPort connector
VGA monitor connector
USB 3.0 connectors (2)
USB 2.0 connectors (2)
Microphone connector
Audio line-out connector
Audio line-in connector
PCI Express x16 graphics card slot
PCI Express x1 card slots (2)
Ethernet connector
Serial connector
Tower
Small desktop
Notes
:
1.
If you use the optional connector for installing a serial connector, the serial connector and the
adjacent VGA monitor connector might interfere with each other when connecting cables. To
avoid the interference, ensure that you use the serial connector convert cable that comes with the
computer when you connect a device to the serial connector.
2.
The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) mount bracket and vertical stand are
optional parts. If your computer comes with the VESA mount bracket installed, ensure that you
remove the VESA mount bracket before you install the vertical stand. For more information, see
"Installing or replacing hardware" in the
User Guide
.
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.
VGA connector
DisplayPort
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.
Headset connector:
Used to attach a supported headset to your
computer to record sound, use speech-recognition software, listen
to music, or other sounds without disturbing anyone. The headset
connector is also known as audio jack.
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 or the power adapter 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 for tower and small
desktop computers
Power adapter for tiny desktop
computers
9.
Press the power button on the front of the computer.
10.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
setup.
Note:
If your computer comes with an external optical
drive, an external hard disk drive, an external battery, or
an I/O box, ensure that you install the cable that connects
your computer and the external device. If your computer
comes with the Wi-Fi feature, ensure that you install the
Wi-Fi antenna stick to your computer.
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.
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
Computer models equipped with wireless communications comply with the radio
frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been
approved for wireless use. In addition, if your product contains a telecom modem, it
complies with the requirements for connection to the telephone network in your
country.
Be sure to read the Regulatory Notice for your country or region before using the
wireless devices contained in your computer. To obtain a PDF version of the
Regulatory Notice, refer to the “Downloading publications” section below.
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/ThinkCentreUserGuides 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:
•
For Lenovo Accidental Damage Protection Services, go to:
Online technical support
Online technical support is available during the lifetime of a product at:
Telephone technical support
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:
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)
(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
Country or region
Telephone number
(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)
(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