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    User Guide ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520
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    . To refer to them, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support, and then click User Guides & Manuals. Third Edition (October 2011) © Copyright Lenovo 2011. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration "GSA" contract, use, reproduction, or
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    icon to the system tray . 34 Power management 35 Checking battery status 35 Using the ac power adapter 35 Charging the battery 36 Maximizing battery life 36 Managing your battery power 36 Power-saving modes 37 Handling the battery 38 Connecting to the network 40 Ethernet connections 40
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    memory 93 Replacing the keyboard 95 ThinkPad Edge E420 95 ThinkPad Edge E520 99 Replacing the SIM card 103 Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer 105 Finding ThinkPad options 105 Chapter 8. Advanced configuration 107 Installing a new operating system 107 Before you begin 107 Installing Windows
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    which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase 168 Lenovo product service information for Taiwan 168 Brazil 170 Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . . 170 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada 171 Battery recycling
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    battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other parts may become hot. The temperature they reach depends on the amount of system activity and the level of charge in the battery cables of an ac power adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any other electronic device, so that they
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    . However, personal computers are electronic devices. Power cords, power adapters, and other features can create potential safety risks that can result in physical injury or property damage, especially if misused. To reduce these risks, follow the instructions included with your product, observe all
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    Guide has been uploaded to the Web site. Service and upgrades Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center or your documentation. Only use a Service Provider who is approved to repair your particular product. Note: Some computer parts
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    source. For more information on CRUs, refer to the Replacing devices for this product. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for
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    AC input or anywhere on the power adapter. Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way. Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors
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    . There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. External devices CAUTION: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than Universal Serial Bus (USB) while the computer power is on; otherwise
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    notebook computers, utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts. Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush
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    • Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) • Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. The following statement applies Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate. Perchlorate Material - special handling may
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    power adapters, and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook computers can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions: • When your computer is turned on or the battery is charging, the base
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    attached power cords, battery pack, and all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. • Use of controls
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    or earphones If your computer has both a headphone connector and an audio-out connector, always use the headphone connector for headphones (also EN 50332-2 can be dangerous due to excessive sound pressure levels. If your Lenovo computer came with headphones or earphones in the package, as a set, the
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    users in the U.S.A. Many PC products and accessories contain cords, cables or wires, such as power cords or cords to connect the accessory to a PC. If this product has such a cord cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Save these instructions. xvi User Guide
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    " on page 19 • "ThinkVantage technologies and software" on page 19 Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators This section introduces you to the hardware features of your computer " on page 10 • "Bottom view" on page 9 • "Status indicators" on page 11 © Copyright Lenovo 2011 1
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    Edge E420 front view Figure 1. ThinkPad Edge E420 front view 1 UltraConnect wireless antennas (left) 3 Built-in microphone 5 Power switch 7 System-status indicators (illuminated ThinkPad logo) 9 TrackPoint pointing stick 11 Touch pad buttons 13 Built-in stereo speaker (left) 15 Volume control
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    , refer to the instructions in "ThinkPad Edge E420 special keys" on page 27. UltraNav® 9 TrackPoint pointing stick 10 TrackPoint buttons 11 Touch pad buttons 12 Touch pad The keyboard contains the unique TrackPoint® pointing device. Pointing, selecting, and dragging are all part of a single process
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    For details, refer to the instructions in "ThinkPad Edge E420 special keys" on page 27. ThinkPad Edge E520 front view Figure 2. ThinkPad Edge E520 front view 1 UltraConnect wireless antennas (left) 3 Built-in microphone 5 Numeric keypad 7 Fingerprint reader 9 Built-in stereo speaker (right) 11
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    switch for 4 seconds or more. If the system is still not reset, remove the ac power adapter and the battery. The power switch can also be programmed via Power Manager to shut down the computer or put it into sleep (standby) or hibernation. 7 Fingerprint reader Your computer may have an integrated
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    . For details, refer to the instructions in "ThinkPad Edge E520 special keys" on page 29. Right-side view Figure 3. ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520 right-side view Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. 1 Always On USB connector 3 Power jack 2 Optical drive
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    Figure 4. ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520 left-side view Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. 1 Fan louvers (left) 3 USB connectors 5 HDMI port 7 Media card reader slot 2 Monitor connector 4 eSATA/USB combo connector 6 Combo audio jack 1 Fan louvers (left
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    support a conventional microphone. For more information about the audio devices supported by the combo audio jack of your computer, see "Using audio features" on page 51. 7 Media card reader slot Depending on the model, your computer may have a media card reader slot. The media card reader supports
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    Figure 5. ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520 bottom view 1 Battery 3 PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless WAN 5 Hard disk drive 2 SIM card slot 4 Memory-upgrade slot 6 PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX 1 Battery Use your computer with battery power whenever ac power is unavailable
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    /WiMAX in the PCI Express Mini Card slot which enables wireless LAN/WiMAX communications. Rear view Figure 6. ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520 rear view 1 Ethernet connector 2 Fan louvers (rear) 1 Ethernet connector Connect your computer to a LAN with the Ethernet connector. DANGER To avoid the risk
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    in "Access Connections" on page 21. 2 Fan louvers (rear) The internal fan and louvers enable air to circulate in the computer and cool the central processor. Note: To avoid impeding airflow, do not place any obstacle in front of the fan. Status indicators The status indicators show the current
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    Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. The illuminated dot in the ThinkPad logo on the outer lid of your computer and on the palm rest works as a system-status indicator: it sleep (standby) mode. • Off: The computer is off or in hibernation mode. 12 User Guide
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    an indicator that shows the status of ac power. Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. The meaning of the indicator is as follows: • Green: The ac power adapter is connected. • Off: The ac power adapter is not connected. On-screen indicators Some indicators
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    label as shown below: FCC ID and IC Certification number label There is no FCC ID or IC Certification number for the PCI Express Mini Card shown on the enclosure of your computer. The FCC ID and IC Certification number label is affixed on the
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    a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection or Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN. Certificate below: Features ThinkPad Edge E420 features Processor • To see the system properties of your computer, click Start, right-click Computer (in Windows® XP,
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    memory Storage device • 2.5-inch (64 mm) hard disk drive Display The color display uses TFT technology: • Size: 14.0 inch (355.6 mm) • Resolution: - LCD: Up to 1366-by-768 - External monitor: Up to 2048-by-1536 • Brightness control • Integrated camera (on some models) • Built-in microphones Keyboard
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    memory Storage device • 2.5-inch (64 mm) hard disk drive Display The color display uses TFT technology: • Size: 15.6 inch (396.2 mm) • Resolution: - LCD: Up to 1366-by-768 - External monitor: Up to 2048-by-1536 • Brightness control • Integrated camera (on some models) • Built-in microphones Keyboard
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    reader (on some models) Specifications ThinkPad Edge E420 specifications Size • Width: 343.4 mm (13.52 inch) • Depth: 234 mm (9.21 inch) • Height: 29.3 to 33.1 mm (1.15 to 1.30 inch) Heat output • 65 W (222 Btu/hr) maximum or 90 W (307 Btu/hr) maximum (depending on the model) Power source (ac power
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    Battery life • For percentage of remaining battery power, see the Power Manager Battery Gauge in the task bar. • The Power Manager also displays a green, yellow and red indication. A battery under warranty with a red indication is eligible for a warranty replacement. Operating environment This
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    Connection Airbag Protection Fingerprint Reader System Health and Diagnostics 3G Mobile Broadband Password Vault Power Controls Factory Recovery Disks Enhanced Backup and Restore Update and Drivers GPS • You can also get the applications from Control Panel. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. Depending on
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    and Sound System and Security Lenovo - Power Controls Recovery Media System and Security Lenovo - Factory Recovery Disks System Update System and Security Lenovo - Update and Drivers Rescue and Recovery System and Security Lenovo - Enhanced Backup and Restore ThinkVantage GPS Network and
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    about the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, see "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox" on page 23. The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along
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    page 20. • For Windows XP: Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ Power Manager. Product Recovery This program enables you to create recovery media to restore the contents of the system drive or hard disk drive to the same state as when the computer was originally shipped from the factory. For
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    (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, UEFI Firmware updates, and other third party applications). Some examples of software that you should keep updated are programs provided by Lenovo, such as the Rescue and Recovery program. To open System Update, do the following: • For Windows 7: See
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    : http://www.lenovo.com/support/faq. Can I get my user guide in another language? • To download the user guide in another language, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support. Then follow the instructions on the screen. On the go and need to use battery power more effectively? • To conserve power, or to
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    your hard disk" on page 67. Getting connected in different locations is a challenge? • To troubleshoot a wireless networking issue, see http://www.lenovo.com/support/faq • Take advantage of the networking features by use of Access Connections. • To learn more about using the wireless features of
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    . 3. Configure the key functionality as desired. • Pressing Fn for four seconds and the ThinkPad Keyboard Properties window is displayed. Then configure the key functionality as desired. ThinkPad Edge E420 special keys Your computer has several special keys 1 and 2 . To take advantage of each
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    microphone mute key, all of the recording devices are set on mute or unmute; this is the default setting. Camera mute (F5) During a video conference you can control the video streaming from the integrated camera by pressing this key. The video output will be grayed out, and the audio not supported if
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    the Windows operating system. ThinkPad Edge E520 special keys Your computer has several special keys 1 , 2 , 3 and 4 . To take advantage of each function, directly press the desired key. Notes: To use F1-F12 as standard function keys, do either of the following: • In the keyboard properties window
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    on your computer beforehand: • Power Management driver • OnScreen Display Utility • Wireless device drivers For information on the wireless features, refer to "Wireless connections" on page 40. Windows key If you press this key, the Start menu of Windows is displayed or hidden. 30 User Guide
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    pad. • Set the touch pad as the main pointing device, and disable the TrackPoint. Changing the UltraNav settings You can change your settings of UltraNav in the UltraNav tab of the Mouse Properties window. • For Windows 7: Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ UltraNav. • For
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    keyboard may look slightly different from the illustration above. If you are not familiar with the TrackPoint, these instructions the TrackPoint You can customize the TrackPoint pointing device and its buttons as follows: • Switch the removable. You can replace it as shown in the drawing. 32 User
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    those of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse. Note: Your computer keyboard may look slightly different from the illustration above. Using the multi-touch touch pad The touch pad of your computer supports multi-touch with which you can zoom in, zoom out, scroll or rotate on the
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    Click OK. Note: You can also open the UltraNav properties window by clicking the UltraNav icon in the task bar. For details, refer to the instructions in "Displaying the UltraNav icon." on page 34 Adding the UltraNav icon to the system tray For easy access to the UltraNav properties, you can enable
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    Show UltraNav icon on the system tray. 5. Click OK or Apply. For Windows XP: 1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers battery pack provided with it, or from ac power through the ac power adapter. While you use ac power, the battery charges automatically. The ac power adapter
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    life of the battery, do the following: • Use the battery until the charge is completely depleted-until the battery status indicator starts blinking orange. • Recharge the battery completely before using it. The battery is fully charged if the battery indicator shows green when the ac power adapter
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    are not using the wireless features, such as Bluetooth or wireless LAN, turn them off. This will help conserve power. To turn off the wireless features, press a small amount of power. To enable the function, do as follows: For Windows 7 : 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ System and Security. 2. Click
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    DANGER Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack. Attempting to do so can cause an explosion, or liquid leakage from the battery pack. A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty. 38 User Guide
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    it away from children. The battery pack is a consumable supply. If your battery begins to discharge too quickly, replace the battery pack with a new one of the type recommended by Lenovo. For more information on replacing the battery pack, contact your Customer Support Center. DANGER Do not drop
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    building or a house. Devices based on the 802.11 standards can connect to this network. Wireless WAN A wireless wide area network covers a broader geographic area. Cellular networks are used for data transmission, and access is provided by a wireless service carrier. Bluetooth One of a number of
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    antenna sites or satellite systems maintained by wireless service providers. Some ThinkPad notebooks come with a built-in wireless WAN card integrating some wireless WAN technologies, such as 1xEV-DO, HSPA, 3G or GPRS. You can connect to the Internet or your company network with the built-in
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    icon in the task bar. 2. Select Start Using Bluetooth. The Start Using Bluetooth window opens, and some virtual device drivers are installed automatically. 3. Wait until the installation of the drivers is complete. Some other virtual device drivers will be installed on demand when you use certain
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    the instructions in "Installing the Microsoft Bluetooth software in Windows XP" on page 44. For information about how to use the Bluetooth function, do as follows: 1. Press F9 to turn on Bluetooth. 2. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 3. Click Printers and Other Hardware. 4. Click Bluetooth Devices
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    the ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate Software. 1. Turn Bluetooth power off. 2. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 3. Click Add or Remove Programs. 4. Select ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate Software; then click Change/Remove to uninstall the software. 5. Follow the instructions on
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    Bluetooth power on before installing ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate Software, that is, if you skipped step 1- replace the Bluetooth driver, as follows: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance; then click System. 3. Click the Hardware tab; then click Device
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    Connections Gauge states: wireless LAN - Power to the wireless radio is off or no signal. - Power to the wireless radio is on. system closer to the wireless access point. - is marginal. Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection - excellent. Power
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    - Power to the WAN radio is off - No association - No signal - Signal level 1 - Signal level 2 - Signal level 3 Note: If you have trouble in Connections wireless status icon in the system tray. • Click Power Off Wireless Radio. Note: If your computer is a Windows 7 model, click Show hidden icons
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    time. You can see other parts by moving the image with the TrackPoint or another pointing device. You can move the display output to the computer display, the external monitor, or both in the Display Settings window (in Windows XP, Display Properties window). Connecting an external monitor To attach
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    such as the shutdown screen of Windows. This is caused by the device drivers on my computer. 13. Clear the Show compatible hardware check box. 14. Select Manufacturer and Model for your monitor. If you cannot find your monitor in the list, stop the installation of this driver and use the driver
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    then click Next. 14. Select Don't search. I will choose the driver to install, and then parts of the image by moving the screen with the TrackPoint or other pointing device. Note: The virtual screen function is not supported on Windows the Intel® display adapter, you can designate the other display as
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    the Monitor tab, then set Colors. For Windows XP: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Connect audio features Your computer is equipped with the following: • Combo audio jack, 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter • Built-in stereo speakers • Built-in dual array digital microphone Your computer also has an audio
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    : Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Sounds, Speech, and Audio Devices ➙ SmartAudio. The SmartAudio window opens. Using an integrated camera Your computer has an integrated low-light enhanced camera (USB2.0 Camera). The following features may be available: • Capture video • Take a picture • Manage your
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    firmly into the 4-in-1 media card reader slot. The card may stop before it is completely installed into the slot. If the flash media card is not Plug and Play, do the following: • For Windows 7: 1. Open Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Device Manager. If you are prompted for an
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    the card from your computer and store it safely for future use. Note: If you do not remove the card from your computer after you eject the card from the Windows operating system, the card can no longer be accessed. To access the card, you must remove it once, then insert it again. 54 User Guide
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    in mind, you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. Lenovo is committed to providing the latest information and technology to our this area. Ergonomic information Working in the virtual office may mean adapting to frequent changes in your environment. Following some simple rules will
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    support and system services/index.html. Explore your options for and external products that can provide the adjustability and features that you want. ThinkPad features that promote comfort: There are easy to use ThinkPad features that can help make your computer more comfortable to use. 56 User Guide
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    Control Panel. 2. Click Accessibility Options. This help system supports the accessibility features provided by your Windows operating system, screen readers designed to operate in the Windows environment, and Windows keyboard navigation. For a complete listing of Microsoft Windows Keyboard Guide
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    these items • An ac power adapter for the country that you are traveling to • An adapter to connect to a phone line in that country Other items you may wish to consider • ThinkPad AC/DC Combo Adapter • External storage device • Phone line splitter, in case you need to dial manually 58 User Guide
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    Hard disk security" on page 64 • "Using a fingerprint reader" on page 65 • "Notice instructions shipped with the mechanical lock. Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo icon appears, enter Power-on password or Supervisor
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    64 power-on password 1. Print these instructions. 2. Save all open files, and exit all applications. 3. Turn your computer off and then turn it on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. The ThinkPad Setup window minimum length of a power-on password on the ThinkPad Setup menu. For
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    it, you have to take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. 11. Press F10 to exit. 12. Select Yes in the Setup Confirmation window. Changing or removing the power-on password To change the power-on password, follow the steps 1 through 7. Enter
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    and master passwords, Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. 19. Press
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    Internal Bluetooth device - Enabling or disabling the Internal Wireless WAN device - Enabling or disabling the Security mode - Enabling or disabling the Reader priority - Erasing the fingerprint data Notes: • The system administrator can set the same supervisor password on many ThinkPad Notebooks
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    . If you forget your supervisor password, Lenovo can not reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a Lenovo marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. 12. Press F10 to exit
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    security attacks on media, NAND flash or device controllers by use of a hardware encryption chip. For reader, begin by enrolling your fingerprint as follows: 1. Turn on your computer. 2. To start Lenovo Fingerprint software, refer to "Fingerprint Software" on page 22. 3. Follow the instructions
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    reader in one smooth motion. Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. Care for the fingerprint reader The following actions could damage the fingerprint reader the following: • Clean or wipe your hands to remove any excess dirt or moisture from the fingers. •
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    bring the hard disk drive back to factory-ship state. These operations, however, only change the file allocation of the data; they do not delete the data itself. In other words, the data retrieval processing is disabled under an operating system such as Windows. The data is still there, even though
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    by Lenovo. This applications and device drivers" on page 74 • "Solving recovery problems" on hard disk drive to the factory default settings. Recovery media system from which the recovery media were created. The recovery media might contain a boot medium and a data medium. Your Microsoft Windows
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    , so this operation is also called "creating Product Recovery discs." • To create recovery media on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. • To create Product Recovery discs on the
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    USB hard disk drive • On a network drive • On recordable discs (a recordable Windows operating system and applications. Performing a backup operation This section provides instructions Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo
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    window, click Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery. 3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon. 4. Follow the instructions network drive or other recordable media, such as a USB device device, or a network Windows operating system. • Restore your hard disk drive to the factory recovery problems"
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    Restore your system and follow the instructions on the screen. For more information about the features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace, click Help. Notes: 1. After restoring your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See
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    configuration of your computer. Reinstall device drivers only when it is necessary to correct a problem with your computer. To reinstall a device driver for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Use Windows Explorer or Computer (in Windows XP, My Computer) to
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    file, and follow the instructions on the screen. Attention: If you need updated device drivers, do not download them from the Windows Update Web site. Obtain them from Lenovo. For more information, see "Making sure device drivers are current" on page 126. Solving recovery problems If you are unable
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    . Handle adapters, memory modules, and other circuit boards by the edges. Never part on the computer cover or other metal surface. Replacing the battery Before you start, print these instructions. This system may not support batteries that are not genuine Lenovo-made or authorized. These systems
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    only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Slide and hold the battery latch to the unlock position 1 , and remove the battery 2 . 78 User Guide
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    battery latch to the locked position 2 . 5. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer. Replacing the hard disk drive Before you start, print these instructions. You can replace the hard disk drive with a new one which can be purchased from your Lenovo
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    3. Remove the battery. For more information about how to remove the battery, refer to "Replacing the battery" on page 77. 4. Loosen the screws 1 , and then remove the cover 2 . 5. Remove the screws 1 , and then slide the hard disk drive towards the front of the system 2 . 80 User Guide
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    6. Remove the hard disk drive by lifting its upper side. 7. Place the new hard disk drive from the lower side as shown in the picture. 8. Slide the hard disk drive firmly into the connector 1 , and then reinstall the screws 2 . Chapter 6. Replacing devices 81
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    the battery" on page 77. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer. Replacing the optical drive ThinkPad Edge E420 Before you start, print these instructions. An optical drive is preinstalled in the bay. If it needs to be repaired, remove it
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    5. Loosen the screw. 6. Pull out the drive. To install a repaired drive or a new one, do as follows: Chapter 6. Replacing devices 83
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    1. Insert the drive in the bay, and then press it firmly into the connector. 2. Reinstall the screw. 3. Attach the cover 1 , pivot it downwards, and then tighten the screws 2 . 4. Put the battery in place. 84 User Guide
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    5. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer; then turn it on. ThinkPad Edge E520 Before you start, print these instructions. An optical drive is preinstalled in the bay. If it needs to be repaired, remove it as follows: 1. Turn off the computer; then
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    the battery in place. 4. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer; then turn it on. Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN Before you start, print these instructions. Some ThinkPad models have a PCI Express Mini Card slot
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    computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for a few minutes, till the inside of the computer cools, before you start the following procedures. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. For more information about how
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    is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them. 6. Remove the screw 1 . The card pops up 2 . Remove the card. 88 User Guide
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    7. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket 1 . Pivot the card until you can snap it into place. Secure the card with the screw 2 . 8. Connect the antenna cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card as shown in the drawing. 9. Attach the cover 1 , pivot it
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    the battery, refer to "Replacing the battery" on page 77. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Installing and replacing a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection Before you start, print these instructions. Your
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    in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them. 6. Remove the screw 1 . The card pops up 2 . Remove the card. Chapter 6. Replacing devices 91
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    7. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket 1 . Pivot the card until you can snap it into place. Secure the card with the screw 2 . 8. Connect the antenna cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card as shown in the drawing. 9. Attach the cover 1 , pivot it
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    about how to reinstall the battery, refer to "Replacing the battery" on page 77. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Replacing memory Before you start, print these instructions. Increasing memory capacity is an effective way
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    -DIMMs are already in the memory slots, press out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time 1 , and then remove an SO-DIMM 2 to make room for the new one. Be sure to save it for future use. 6. Find the notch on the contact edge side of the SO
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    avoid shock hazard, disconnect the cables before opening the cover of this slot. ThinkPad Edge E420 Removing the keyboard To remove the keyboard, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for a few minutes, till the inside
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    4. Loosen the screws 1 , and then remove the cover 2 . 5. Remove the screws 1 and 2 . 6. Push hard in the direction shown by the arrows 1 in the drawing to unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The keyboard will open up slightly 2 . 96 User Guide
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    7. Remove the cables 2 and 4 by flipping the connectors 1 and 3 upwards. Now the keyboard has been removed. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: 1. Attach the cables. Chapter 6. Replacing devices 97
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    2. Insert the keyboard. Make sure that the rear edges of the keyboard are under the frame, as shown by the arrows. 3. Slide the keyboard as shown by the arrows. 4. Reinstall the screws 1 and 2 . 98 User Guide
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    information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to "Replacing the battery" on page 77. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. ThinkPad Edge E520 Removing the keyboard To remove the keyboard, do the following: 1. Turn off the
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    5. Remove the screws 1 and 2 . 6. Push hard in the direction shown by the arrows 1 in the drawing to unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The keyboard will open up slightly 2 . 100 User Guide
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    7. Remove the cables 2 and 4 by flipping the connectors 1 and 3 upwards. Now the keyboard has been removed. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: 1. Attach the cables. Chapter 6. Replacing devices 101
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    2. Insert the keyboard. Make sure that the rear edges of the keyboard are under the frame, as shown by the arrows. 3. Slide the keyboard as shown by the arrows. 102 User Guide
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    information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to "Replacing the battery" on page 77. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Replacing the SIM card Before you start, print these instructions. Your computer may require a SIM
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    mounted on one side of the card. Replacement instructions To replace the SIM card, do as follows: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn it over. 3. Remove the battery. For more information, refer to
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    . Finding ThinkPad options If you want to expand the capabilities of your computer, Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to meet your needs. Options include memory, storage, networking adapters, and port replicators, batteries, power adapters, printers, scanners, keyboards, mice
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    Environment (WinRE) using 64-bit version of Microsoft Windows Installation DVD, you should not change the initial UEFI/Legacy Boot setting in ThinkPad Setup. The UEFI/Legacy Boot setting must be the same as it was when the Windows OS image was installed. Or, you will see an error. For the country
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    to "Installing Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7" on page 112. 8. Apply the PCMCIA Power Policy Registry Patch. To do this, go to C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES\PCMCIAPW\, double-click install.bat, and then follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 9. Install device drivers. To do this
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    print these instructions. Note: Your computer supports Windows XP with Service Pack 3. Before you install the Windows XP Service Pack 3, make sure you install the Windows XP Service Pack 2 first. Note: To make sure that graphics works normally on Windows XP, change the ThinkPad Setup setting before
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    "Installing Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7" on page 112. 18. Apply the PCMCIA Power Policy Registry Patch. To do this, go to C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES\PCMCIAPW\, double-click install.bat, and then follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 19. Install device drivers. To do this
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    device drivers To install device drivers, refer to the following web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support Installing the driver for 4-in-1 media card reader To use the 4-in-1 media card reader, you need to download and install the Ricoh Multi Card Reader Driver for Windows 7/Vista and Windows
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    . Click OK and close the Display Properties window. Installing Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 Before you begin Before you install the operating system, Copy all the subdirectories and files in the C:\SWTOOLS directory to a removable storage device, to avoid losing files during the
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    on page 71. 2. If the diskette drive is connected to the computer, remove any diskette from the diskette drive, and then turn off the computer. 3. Turn more information, refer to "Using passwords" on page 59. An example of the ThinkPad Setup menu is shown as below: 4. Using the cursor keys, move to
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    : • Network: Set the LAN function. • USB: Enable or disable USB related functions. • Keyboard/Mouse: Set the keyboard and the mouse related functions. • Display: Specify the settings for display output. • Power: Set power management related functions. • Beep and Alarm: Enable or disable the audio
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    ThinkPad Setup. If you select Set Minimum Length, you can specify a minimum length for power power. Refer to "Boot submenu" on page 116. 2. Select the device you want to start first. 3. Press F10 to save the changes and restart the system. To change the startup sequence temporarily so that the system
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    devices. • Boot Order Lock: Enable or disable the Boot Priority Order lock. Restart menu If you need to close the ThinkPad Setup and restart the system, select Restart from the ThinkPad of the ThinkPad Setup. Note: Some items are displayed on the menu only if the computer supports the corresponding
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    Keyboard/Mouse Fn and Ctrl Key swap • Disabled • Enabled Fn Key Lock • Disabled • Enabled Comments Loads the Ethernet LAN Option ROM to enable startup from an integrated network device. Enable or disable boot support refer to the online help of the Power Manager program. If you select "Enabled
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    prompt, and ThinkPad Setup. • Integrated Graphics • Switchable Graphics Integrated Graphics provides longer battery life, and Switchable Graphics enhances performance. • Disabled • Enabled If you select "Enabled," the system UEFI automatically switches the graphics device setting to Switchable
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    mode, and when the ac power adapter is connected or disconnected. Enable or disable the low battery alarm. If you enable this function, a beep sounds when a password prompt is displayed, and again if you type a wrong password. Enable or disable keyboard beep when unmanageable key combinations are
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    Memory Protection Execution Prevention • Disabled • Enabled Virtualization Intel Virtualization Technology • Disabled • Enabled I/O Port Access 120 User Guide Intel VT-d Feature Ethernet be used with your operating system, then by selecting "Enabled" select "Disabled" and reset the setting. If
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    Bluetooth USB Port Optical eSATA Port Memory Card Slot Selection • Disabled • Enabled • Disabled • Enabled • Disabled • Enabled • Disabled • Enabled • Disabled • Enabled Anti-Theft Integrated Camera • Disabled • Enabled Microphone • Disabled • Enabled Fingerprint Reader monitoring service
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    during POST: • Quick: ThinkPad Logo screen is displayed. • Diagnostics: Test messages are displayed. Beep at POST completion: • Quick: No. Sound on error case only. • Diagnostics: Yes. Always sounds. "Ctrl-S" prompt for on-board Ethernet: • Quick: No. • Diagnostics: Yes. Memory testing during POST
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    to as flash memory). You can update UEFI BIOS and the Configuration/ThinkPad Setup program by starting your computer with a flash update optical disc or flash update tool application running on the Windows environment. In some instances when you add software, hardware, or a device driver, you may be
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    about System Restore see Chapter 5 "Recovery overview" on page 69. 8. Update device drivers and UEFI when needed. 9. Profile your machine athttp://www.lenovo.com/support to keep up to date with current drivers and revisions. 10. Keep up to date for device drivers on other non-Lenovo hardware
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    front of you. Also, if the machine is producing error codes, it is helpful to have the error screen on or the message written down. Making sure device drivers are current Device drivers are programs that contain instructions for the operating system about how to operate or "drive" a certain piece of
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    portable desktop fans or air purifiers keyboard or other parts of the computer, or through connectors on I/O devices power adapter is plugged in. This could break the adapter plug. Carry your computer properly • Before moving your computer, be sure to remove any media, turn off attached devices
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    if it is lost or stolen. Registering your computer also enables Lenovo to notify you about possible technical information and upgrades. Be sure not to modify your computer • Only an authorized ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your computer. • Do not modify or tape the latches
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    acid or alkaline). Use 5 parts water to 1 part detergent. 2. Absorb the diluted . 4. To remove any crumbs or dust from beneath the keys, you can use a camera blower with a display, it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard or the TrackPoint pointing stick when the cover was pressed problems 129
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    that are preinstalled with the Windows 7 operating system. If your Windows 7 model is not preinstalled with the program, you can download it from http://www.lenovo.com/support. The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests
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    but does not start when the battery is attached, call the Customer Support Center for support. 3. While the machine is off, remove all sources of power from the machine (battery and ac power). Remove all external devices that are attached to your computer (keyboard, mouse, printer, scanner, etc
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    to go to ThinkPad Setup. Press F9 and then press Enter to load the default setting. Press F10 and then press Enter to restart the system. • Message: 0187: EAIA data access error. Solution: The access to EEPROM is failed. Have the computer serviced. Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems 133
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    . Have the computer serviced. • Message: 0190: Critical low-battery error. Solution: The computer turned off, because the battery is low. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer and charge the battery, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. • Message: 0191: System Security - Invalid
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    card is plugged in - Power off and remove the network card. Solution: The mini PCI Express network card is not supported on this computer. Remove it. • Message: 1803: Unauthorized daughter card is plugged in - Power off and remove the daughter card. Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems
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    using ThinkPad Setup. • Message: Fan error Solution: Cooling fan has failed. Have the computer serviced. • Message: EMM386 Not Installed-Unable to Set Page Frame Base Address. Solution: Edit C:\CONFIG.SYS and change a line from device = C:\WINDOWS\EMM386.EXE RAM to device = C:\WINDOWS\EMM386
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    the ThinkPad Setup and add the device to boot order. Errors without messages • Problem: My screen keeps blanking when I do not want it to. Solution: You can disable any system timers, such as the LCD turn-off timer or the blank timer 1. Start Power Manager. 2. Click the Power plan tab (in Windows XP
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    allowable distance from the computer to hub is 100 meters. If the cable is connected and the distance is within acceptable limits but the problem persists, try a different cable. - You are using the correct device driver. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 138 User Guide
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    -click the highlighted adapter. 5. Click Update Driver Software, and then follow the instructions on the screen. For Windows XP: 1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click System. 3. Click the Hardware tab, and click the Device Manager button
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    network in China. A wireless WAN problem • Message: Unauthorized WAN card is plugged in - Power off and remove the WAN card. Solution: The WAN card is not supported on this computer. Remove it. Note: Depending on your computer, some models do not have a wireless WAN. Bluetooth problems For Windows
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    . If you find it, connect to the services you want. If you are sure that the device is responding, turn the Bluetooth power off and then on again, or restart your computer. Then try to connect again. • Problem: You cannot pull a business card from the connected computer. Solution: Make sure
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    to close the Bluetooth Service Selection window. • Problem: ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate Software does not function. Solution: Do the following: 1. Turn on Bluetooth by pressing F9. 2. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 3. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon. 4. Click the System icon
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    Mouse, and then click the UltraNav tab. Keyboard problems • Problem: All or some keys on the keyboard do not work. Solution: Make sure that the correct device driver is installed. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. Change the view of the Control Panel from Category to Large icons or
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    monitor, Audio, and Optical drive. Check these topics to learn more information. Computer screen problems • Problem: The screen is blank. Solution: Do the following: - Press F6 to bring up the image. - If you are using the ac power adapter, or using the battery and the Power Manager Battery Gauge
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    the manual shipped with the external monitor to check the resolutions and refresh rates that are supported. - If the external monitor supports the Adapter tab. 5. Make sure that the correct device driver name is shown in the adapter information window. Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems
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    , and click Properties to open the Display Properties window. 2. Click the Settings tab. 3. Click Advanced. 4. Click the Adapter tab. 5. Make sure that the correct device driver name is shown in the adapter information window. Note: The device driver name depends on the video chip that has been
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    list or specific location (Advanced), and then click Next. 14. Select Don't search. I will choose the driver to install, and then click Next. 15. Clear the the driver, click OK to close the Properties window. 18. Set Colors and Screen area in the Display Properties window. 19. Click OK. • Problem:
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    : Did you follow the correct procedure in installing the operating system or application program? If you did, have the external monitor serviced. • Problem: The Extend desktop function does not work. Solution: Enable the icons must touch each other. 11. Click OK to apply the changes. 148 User Guide
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    to the setup menu. For details, see the reference manual for the monitor. Audio problems • Problem: Wave or MIDI sound does not play correctly. Solution: Make sure the built-in audio device is configured correctly. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click
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    XP, use the hardware volume control or the Wave volume control on the Volume Control window. This is because the Built-In Synthesizer Software does not support the control. • Problem: The sound cannot be turned off completely even if you set the Master volume control at minimum. 150 User Guide
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    the computer. 3. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer and let it charge. If the optional Quick Charger is available, use it to charge the over-discharged battery pack. If the battery pack cannot be fully charged in 24 hours, use a new battery pack. • Problem: Your computer shuts down before
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    and then test for system power with minimal devices attached. a. Disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. b. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. c. Remove the battery. Refer to "Replacing the battery" on page 77. d. Remove the memory (SO-DIMM). Refer to
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    4 seconds or more. If the system is still not reset, remove the ac power adapter and the battery. Startup problems Print these instructions now and keep them with your computer for reference later. If you receive an error message before the operating system loads, check the following item: • Follow
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    . If you have not saved your data, it may be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the system is still not reset, remove the ac power adapter and the battery. • Problem: Your computer does not enter sleep (standby) or hibernation mode. Solution: Check
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    the device drivers are correctly installed. • Problem: You Base 826510. Visit the Microsoft Knowledge Base homepage at: http://support.microsoft.com/, type the number of the knowledge base article you need in the search field, and click the Search button. Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems
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    • Problem: A device connected to the USB connector does not work. Solution: Open the Device Manager window. Make sure that the USB device setup is correct, and that the assignment of computer resource and the installation of the device driver are correct. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start ➙ Control
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    Windows XP: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click System. 3. Click the Hardware tab, and click the Device Manager button. Refer to "Diagnosing problems" on page 131 and run a diagnostic test of the USB connector. Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems
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    Chapter 11. Getting support There is more to owning a ThinkPad Notebook than having a powerful, portable computer. This chapter offers information about when to communicate with Lenovo and how best to do it. • "Before you contact Lenovo" on page 159 • "Getting help and service" on page 160 • "
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    Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support This portal is updated with the latest information about the following subjects: Download Drivers & Software Diagnose & Fix Product & Service Warranty Product & Parts Detail User Guides & Manuals KnowledgeBase & FAQ Download drivers, flash the BIOS, and
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    period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for Lenovo and non-Lenovo hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installations. Service availability and service name might vary by
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    . Following profiles are supported by Bluetooth device: • Generic Access • Service Discovery • Serial Port • Dial-up Networking • FAX • LAN Access using PPP • Personal Area Network • Generic Object Exchange • Generic Object Push • File Transfer • Synchronization • Audio Gateway • Headset • Printer
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    wireless cards on board of airplanes, in hospitals or near petrol stations, blasting areas (with electro-explosive devices), medical implants or body-worn electronic medical devices, e.g. pace makers. • In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is
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    Notice shipped with your computer. If your computer is shipped without the Regulatory Notice, you can find it on the Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support To view the Regulatory Notice on the Web site, do the following: Appendix A. Regulatory information 165
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    following information refers to the ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520, machine types 1141, 1143, 1144, and 1167. Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules
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    the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any failure to the product, including the installation of option cards from other manufacturers. This product has against interference with licensed communication devices. German Class B compliance
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    which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Additional it at the Web site http://www.lenovo.com/support. For details, refer to the instructions on "Locating wireless regulatory notices" on page 165. 168 User
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    product is not to be thrown away, but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive. Users of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) with the WEEE of Effective Utilization of Resources, Lenovo Japan provides, through its PC Collecting and Recycling Services, for the collecting, reuse, and
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    battery is installed on the system board of your Lenovo computer to provide power to the computer clock while the computer is off or disconnected from the main power source. If you want to replace it with a new one, contact your place of purchase or ask for a repair service provided by Lenovo
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    the European Union. This label is applied to various batteries to indicate that the battery is not to be thrown away, but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive. In accordance with the European Directive 2006/66/EC, batteries and accumulators are labeled to indicate that they are to
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    Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment. Therefore, the result obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly. Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems
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User Guide
ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520