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Product Recovery The Product Recovery program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings. ThinkVantage Client Security Solution The ThinkVantage Client Security Solution program is available on select Lenovo computers. It helps protect your information, including vital security information like passwords, encryption keys, and electronic credentials, while guarding against unauthorized user access to data. Note: The ThinkVantage Client Security Solution program is only available on computers with the Windows Vista operating system from Lenovo. ThinkVantage Password Manager The ThinkVantage Password Manager program automatically captures and fills in authentication information for Windows applications and Web sites. Notes: • The ThinkVantage Password Manager program is only available on computers with the Windows 7 operating system from Lenovo. • If the Password Vault icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the ThinkVantage Password Manager program manually before enabling its features. To install the ThinkVantage Password Manager program, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools, and double-click Password Vault. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. 3. When the installation process completes, the Password Vault icon is activated. ThinkVantage Power Manager The ThinkVantage Power Manager program provides convenient, flexible, and complete power management for your ThinkCentre® computer. By using the ThinkVantage Power Manager program, you can adjust your power settings to achieve the best balance between system performance and power saving. ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery The ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program is a one button recovery and restore solution that includes a set of self-recovery tools to help you diagnose computer problems, get help, and recover from system crashes, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system. Note: If the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program manually before enabling its features. To install the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools, and double-click Enhanced Backup and Restore. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen. 3. When the installation process completes, the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon is activated. ThinkVantage System Update The ThinkVantage System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date by downloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, BIOS updates, and other third party applications). Chapter 1. Product overview 7

Section	Page
Important safety information	9
Service and upgrades	9
Static electricity prevention	9
Power cords and power adapters	10
Extension cords and related devices	10
Plugs and outlets	11
External devices	11
Heat and product ventilation	11
Operating environment	12
Modem safety information	12
Laser compliance statement	13
Power supply statement	13
Cleaning and maintenance	13
Russia Compliance Mark for Market Access	13
Chapter 1. Product overview	15
Features	15
Specifications	19
Software overview	19
Software provided by Lenovo	19
Adobe Reader	22
Antivirus software	22
Locations	22
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer	22
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer	23
Locating components	25
Locating parts on the system board	26
Locating internal drives	27
Machine type and model label	27
Chapter 2. Using your computer	29
Frequently asked questions	29
Using the keyboard	29
Using Windows shortcut keys	29
Using the blue ThinkVantage button	30
Using a fingerprint reader	30
Using the wheel mouse	30
Adjusting audio	31
About your computer audio	31
Setting the volume from the desktop	31
Setting the volume from Control Panel	31
Using CDs and DVDs	32
Handling and storing CD and DVD media	32
Playing a CD or DVD	32
Recording a CD or DVD	33
Chapter 3. You and your computer	35
Accessibility and comfort	35
Arranging your workspace	35
Comfort	35
Glare and lighting	36
Air circulation	36
Electrical outlets and cable lengths	36
Register your computer with Lenovo	37
Moving your computer to another country or region	37
Voltage-selection switch	37
Replacement power cords	37
Chapter 4. Security	39
Security features	39
Locking the computer cover	40
Attaching an integrated cable lock	41
Using passwords	41
BIOS passwords	41
Windows passwords	42
Setting up the integrated Security Chip	42
Setting the Security Chip	42
Using and understanding firewalls	43
Protecting data against viruses	43
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing hardware	45
Handling static-sensitive devices	45
Installing or replacing hardware	45
Installing external options	45
Removing the computer cover	46
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel	47
Installing or replacing a PCI card	48
Installing or replacing a memory module	50
Installing or replacing the optical drive	52
Installing or replacing the card reader	55
Replacing the battery	59
Replacing the power supply assembly	60
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly	62
Replacing the microprocessor	64
Replacing the primary hard disk drive	67
Replacing the secondary hard disk drive	69
Replacing the front fan assembly	71
Replacing the rear fan assembly	72
Replacing the front audio and USB assembly	74
Replacing the internal speaker	75
Replacing the keyboard or mouse	77
Completing the parts replacement	78
Chapter 6. Recovery information	81
Creating and using recovery media	81
Creating recovery media	81
Using recovery media	82
Performing backup and recovery operations	82
Performing a backup operation	82
Performing a recovery operation	83
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace	83
Creating and using a rescue medium	84
Creating a rescue medium	84
Using a rescue medium	85
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers	85
Reinstalling software programs	86
Reinstalling device drivers	87
Solving recovery problems	87
Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility program	89
Starting the Setup Utility program	89
Viewing and changing settings	89
Using passwords	89
Password considerations	90
Power-On Password	90
Administrator Password	90
Hard Disk Password	90
Setting, changing, and deleting a password	90
Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS)	91
Enabling or disabling a device	91
Selecting a startup device	92
Selecting a temporary startup device	92
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence	92
Enabling ErP compliance mode	92
Smart performance choices	93
Exiting from the Setup Utility program	93
Chapter 8. Updating system programs	95
Using system programs	95
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc	95
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system	96
Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure	96
Chapter 9. Preventing problems	97
Keeping your computer current	97
Getting the latest device drivers for your computer	97
Updating your operating system	97
Using System Update	97
Cleaning and maintenance	98
Basics	98
Cleaning your computer	99
Good maintenance practices	100
Moving your computer	100
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and diagnostics	103
Basic troubleshooting	103
Troubleshooting procedure	104
Troubleshooting	105
Audio problems	105
CD problems	107
DVD problems	107
Intermittent problems	109
Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems	109
Monitor problems	111
Networking problems	113
Option problems	115
Performance and lockup problems	116
Printer problems	119
Serial port problems	119
Software problems	119
USB problems	120
Diagnostic programs	121
Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox	121
PC-Doctor for DOS	121
Chapter 11. Getting information, help, and service	123
Information resources	123
Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools	123
ThinkVantage Productivity Center	123
Lenovo Welcome	123
Help and Support	123
Safety and Warranty	124
Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com)	124
Lenovo Support Web site	124
Help and service	124
Using the documentation and diagnostic programs	124
Calling for service	125
Using other services	125
Purchasing additional services	126
Appendix A. Regulatory information	127
Export classification notice	127
Television output notice	127
EU-EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) EN 55022 class B Statement of Compliance	127
Japanese VCCI Class B statement	128
Japanese compliance for products less than or equal to 20 A per phase	128
Additional regulatory information	128
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements	129
European Union (EU) WEEE statement	129
Japan recycling statements	129
Appendix C. Power cord notice	131
Appendix D. Notices	135
Trademarks	136

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Product Recovery

The Product Recovery program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory

default settings.

ThinkVantage Client Security Solution

The ThinkVantage Client Security Solution program is available on select Lenovo computers. It helps protect

your information, including vital security information like passwords, encryption keys, and electronic

credentials, while guarding against unauthorized user access to data.

Note:

The ThinkVantage Client Security Solution program is only available on computers with the Windows

Vista operating system from Lenovo.

ThinkVantage Password Manager

The ThinkVantage Password Manager program automatically captures and ﬁlls in authentication information

for Windows applications and Web sites.

Notes:

•

The ThinkVantage Password Manager program is only available on computers with the Windows 7

operating system from Lenovo.

•

If the

Password Vault

icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed, it indicates that you

need to install the ThinkVantage Password Manager program manually before enabling its features. To

install the ThinkVantage Password Manager program, do the following:

1. Click

Start

➙

All Programs

➙

Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools

, and double-click

Password Vault

2. Follow the instructions on the screen.

3. When the installation process completes, the

Password Vault

icon is activated.

ThinkVantage Power Manager

The ThinkVantage Power Manager program provides convenient, ﬂexible, and complete power management

for your ThinkCentre

computer. By using the ThinkVantage Power Manager program, you can adjust your

power settings to achieve the best balance between system performance and power saving.

ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery

The ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program is a one button recovery and restore solution that includes

a set of self-recovery tools to help you diagnose computer problems, get help, and recover from system

crashes, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system.

Note:

If the

Enhanced Backup and Restore

icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed, it

indicates that you need to install the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program manually before enabling

its features. To install the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery program, do the following:

1. Click

Start

➙

All Programs

➙

Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools

, and double-click

Enhanced Backup

and Restore

2. Follow the instructions on the screen.

3. When the installation process completes, the

Enhanced Backup and Restore

icon is activated.

ThinkVantage System Update

The ThinkVantage System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date by

downloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, BIOS updates,

and other third party applications).

Chapter 1

Product overview