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Machine type: 10122/90A2 Erazer X7 Series User Guide Version 2.0 2013.03 31504505 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 2
manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide Lenovo 2013. All rights reserved. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 3
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connector instructions 4 Connecting your computer 5 7.1 Audio configuration instructions 5 Connecting the power cord 6 Display connecting instructions when Support 17 Using the Rescue System 19 OneKey Recovery 20 Driver and Application Installation 21 Using the Software 23 Lenovo Support - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 5
Audio Problems 27 Troubleshooting Software Problems 28 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks 28 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows 29 Windows Help and Support 30 BIOS setup utility 30 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks 31 Hardware Replacement Guide 33 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 6
connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer model and configuration. User Guide 1 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 7
on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. Microphone connector Headphone connector USB 3.0 connector USB 2.0 connector Overclock switch button Power button / Engine Srart button Memory card readers Optical drives Hot-swappable hard disk frame Expansion hard disk frame slots bays - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 8
from the rear of your computer, please refer to the rear of your computer.) Power connector PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter slots (some models are equipped with a connector Coaxial S/P DIF connector USB 3.0 standard B connector Power supply for portable HDD (Output: 12Vdc, Max 3A) User Guide 3 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 9
to use the connector on the graphics adapter. Basic connector instructions Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers), headphones, multimedia keyboards, or the audio line- connector. 4 User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 10
Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructions for those devices. Connecting your computer Use the following , select Hardware and Sound → Lenovo HD Audio Manager. Follow the instructions to configure advanced settings. User Guide 5 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 11
the 7.1 surround sound audio device system in your actual audio configuration interface and read the electronic Help information for further assistance. Connecting the power cord Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet. We recommend using a grounded connection or a surge protector. 6 User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 12
Display connecting instructions when playing Blu-ray Discs Note: Only some models are equipped with Blu-ray optical drive. Check the connectors available on your cable) DVI to HDMI (DVI-HDMI cable) HDMI to HDMI (HDMI cable) HDMI to DVI (HDMI-DVI cable) Computer Cable Display User Guide 7 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 13
Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware. IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country. Your computer is designed to support on the manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. Wireless network connection For wireless networks, you Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 14
-swappable hard disk frame (selected models only) Depending on its configuration, your PC may have drive bays which enable you to connect hard disk drives (purchased or 2.5" hard disk drive (purchased separately) Installing 3.5" hard disk drive (purchased separately) 1 2 3 A B C User Guide 9 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 15
the hard disk, be careful not to damage it. • In the Rescue System program, the hot-swappable hard disk can not be recognized. 10 User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 16
1. Launch the Lenovo® ERAZER® Control Center by double-clicking the desktop shortcut. 2. User Account Control now informs you about changes being made to your computer. Confirm the query with Yes. You will see the program's main page with some information regarding your computer. User Guide 11 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 17
; if the button shows Enable, overclocking is enabled by the OC switch. 5. To disable overclocking, click the Enable button and restart your computer. 12 User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 18
its default setting. The Lenovo® ERAZER® Control Center is also a monitoring tool that shows you information about the motherboard, memory and processor. The data provided is purely for information and cannot be changed. Note: If your computer becomes abnormal or black screen after overclocking the - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 19
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The Charms Bar Shutting down the computer Switching between apps Closing an app Opening other system programs Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8 operating system is provided by Microsoft Corporation. Please use it in accordance with the END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 21
user interfaces: the Start Screen and the Windows desktop. To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following: • Select the Windows desktop tile on the Start Screen. • Press the the right edge of the screen, then tap Settings.) 2. Select Power → Shutdown. 16 User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 22
with the mouse to open the menu. • Press the Windows key + X. Windows Help and Support If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following: • Select the Settings charm, then select Help. • Press - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 23
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Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics: OneKey Recovery Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Recovery will result in loss of data. • You the operating system on the C: partition. Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system cannot run. User Guide 19 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 25
the service partition. If the service partition is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will up relevant data before performing system recovery. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions to select the backup task you want to restore from and the disk Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 26
of the Lenovo applications and drivers that were shipped with your Lenovo hardware. Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation software. The system will restart. After the system has restarted, the drivers and application installation process will continue until it has completed. Method 2: Manual - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 27
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Using the Software This chapter contains the following topic: Software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features will depend on which software was shipped with the computer model you purchased. User Guide 23 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 29
displayed.) Registration Registration provides you with access to product support, upgrades and alerts on topics. Take advantage of award-winning Lenovo services. User Guide The User Guide provides more information about your computer. Service and Warranty You can extend the warranty of your - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 30
Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topic: Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution User Guide 25 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 31
on the screen, write down the exact message. This message may help support personnel diagnose and fix the problem(s). • If an error message occurs in a program, see the Help document of this program. Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is displayed on the monitor - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 32
Lenovo Service. Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the integrated speakers. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Adjust the Windows volume control - select the speaker icon from the Settings Charm or click the arrow on taskbar to show the hidden icons in Windows desktop - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 33
. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check to determine if there is an optical drive icon in the resource manager of the operating system. If not, restart your computer. If there is still no icon, contact Lenovo Service. Otherwise, continue with the next step of this procedure. 28 User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 34
x 1000/(1024 x 1024 x 1024) = 37G. If the Service partition of 3G - 3 x 1000 x 1000 x 1000/(1024 troubleshooting Windows Record the following information as it may be useful later when troubleshooting system problems: The drivers for this computer model only support the Windows 8 system. User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 35
the boot mode? There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy. To change the boot mode, start the BIOS setup utility and select Startup → Boot Priority, then set boot mode to UEFI or Legacy support on the boot menu. When do I need to change the boot mode? The default boot mode for - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 36
dust buildup. The cleaning supplies you need to clean displays, and follow the instructions included with the product. keyboard thoroughly, shut down the computer and scrub it gently with a wet cloth. Do not use the keyboard keyboard every day. Keep all surfaces clean and free of grease stains. User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 37
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Hardware Replacement Guide This chapter contains the following topics: Identifying internal components Identifying parts on the system board hard disk drive Replacing a solid state drive Replacing an optical drive Replacing a graphics card Replacing the keyboard and mouse User Guide 33 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 39
procedures. Note: Use only parts provided by Lenovo®. The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual applies only to computer models with a TV-Tuner card, and therefore does not apply to models without a TV-Tuner card. This guide contains instructions for replacing the following parts: • Memory - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 40
online at: http://support.lenovo.com You can find the following information online: • Customer replacement unit removal and installation information • Publications • Troubleshooting information • Parts information , and microprocessors by their edges. Never touch any exposed circuitry. User Guide 35 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 41
its anti-static packaging on a smooth, flat surface before installing it. • Do not place parts on the computer cover or other metal surface. 36 User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 42
Locations Identifying internal components The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Power supply Memory modules Graphics card Hard disk drive Heat sink Motherboard Solid state drive User Guide 37 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 43
" or "motherboard") is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of 7 System fan connectors 8-pins power connector Memory slots (4) Microprocessor and socket Microprocessor fan connector 24-pins power connector USB 3.0 connectors (2) - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 44
that was included with your computer. To obtain copies of the Safety and Warranty Guide, go to the Support Web site at: http://support.lenovo.com General information Pre-disassembly instructions Before proceeding with the disassembly procedure, make sure that you do the following: 1. Turn off the - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 45
3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to "Locating connectors on to the chassis with the two screws. * Both covers can be removed using the same method. 40 User Guide - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 46
aligned correctly with the connector key . Push the memory module straight down into the connector until the retaining clips close. 5. Reattach the computer cover. User Guide 41 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 47
the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace a hard disk drive 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Disconnect the data and power cables from the hard disk drive. 3. Lift the hard disk drive up and out of the drive bay. 2 1 42 User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 48
the bracket with the four screws. c. Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive bay and snap it into place. d. Connect the data and power cables to the new hard disk drive. 6. Reattach the computer cover. User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 49
the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace a solid state drive 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Disconnect the data and power cables from the solid state drive. 3. Lift the solid state drive up and out of the drive bay. 2 1 44 User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 50
the bracket with the four screws. c. Slide the new solid state drive into the drive bay and snap it into place. d. Connect the data and power cables to the new solid state drive. 6. Reattach the computer cover. User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 51
the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace an optical drive 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Disconnect the data and power cables from the rear of the optical drive. 3. Remove the screw that secures the hard disk drive to the chassis. 2 1 46 User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 52
4. Remove the two screws and pull the clip outward to release the optical drive from the chassis. 4 3 User Guide 47 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 53
install the new optical drive: a. Slide the new optical drive into the bay from the front until it snaps into position. b. Connect the data and power cables to the new disk drive. 7. Reattach the computer cover. 48 User - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 54
to "Removing the computer cover". 2. Remove the four screws that secure the graphic card bracket to the chassis, and remove the bracket as shown. User Guide 49 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 55
that secure the graphics card to the chassis. 4. Disconnect the power cables from the graphics card. 5. Push the pin to unlock card: a. Attach the new graphics card to the same adapter connector. b. Connect the power cables to the new graphics card. c. Secure the new graphics card to the chassis with - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 56
attached devices. 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets. 3. Locate the connector for the keyboard. Refer to "Front view of the chassis" and "Rear view of the chassis". 4. Disconnect the defective keyboard cable from the computer and connect the new keyboard - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 57
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exactly the actual configuration of the computer that you purchase.You are welcome to contact us about the manuals included with your computer. For the latest information or any questions or comments, contact or visit the Lenovo Web site: Service Web site: http://support.lenovo.com User Guide 53 - Lenovo Erazer X700 | Lenovo Erazer X7 Series User Guide - Page 59
Lenovo service names referred to herein or in other Lenovo publications may be trademarks or service marks of others. All rights reserved. Names or marks of certain companies mentioned in the manuals through the Power menu in the Setup Utility program main menu, select Power → ErP and press Enter. 3.
Version 2.0
2013.03
Erazer X7 Series
User Guide
Machine type: 10122/90A2
31504505