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1 USB 3.0 connector 3 HDMITM connector 5 Reset button 7 DisplayPort® connector 9 Security-lock slot 2 Ethernet connector 4 SD card reader slot (available on some models) 6 USB 3.0 connector 8 ac power adapter connector 10 Wi-Fi antenna slot • ac power adapter connector Used to connect the ac power adapter to your computer for power supply. • DisplayPort connector Used to connect a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector. • Ethernet connector Used to connect an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN). Note: To operate the computer within Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Class B limits, use a Category 5e or better Ethernet cable. • HDMI connector Used to deliver uncompressed high-definition video and multichannel digital audio signals through a single cable. A high-performance monitor, a direct drive monitor, or another audio or video device that uses a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector can be attached to this HDMI connector. • Reset button Used to put the computer into the recovery mode. For more information about restoring your computer, contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center. • SD card reader slot Used to hold a secure digital (SD) card and make the card be read by the card reader. • Security-lock slot For information, see "Attaching a Kensington-style cable lock" on page 43. • USB 3.0 connector Used to connect a device that requires a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 connection, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a printer, or a PDA. • Wi-Fi antenna slot Used to install the rear Wi-Fi antenna cable connector that is available only on some models. The rear Wi-Fi antenna is installed on the rear Wi-Fi antenna cable connector. Chapter 2. Product overview 29

Section	Page
About this manual	5
Chapter 1. Read this first: Important safety information	7
Power cords and power adapters	7
General safety	7
Electrical safety	8
Glass parts notice	10
Safety inspection guide	10
Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices	10
Grounding requirements	11
Safety notices (multi-lingual translations)	11
Chapter 2. Product overview	33
Locations	33
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer	33
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer	34
Locating components	36
Locating major FRUs and CRUs	36
Locating parts on the system board	38
Locating the machine type and model label	40
Features	40
Specifications	42
Chapter 3. Using your computer	43
Registering your computer	43
Frequently asked questions	43
Chapter 4. You and your computer	45
Accessibility and comfort	45
Arranging your workspace	45
Comfort	45
Glare and lighting	46
Air circulation	46
Electrical outlets and cable lengths	46
Accessibility information	46
Moving your computer to another country or region	47
Chapter 5. Security	49
Attaching a Kensington-style cable lock	49
Chapter 6. Preventing problems	51
Basics	51
Cleaning your computer	51
Computer	51
Display screen	51
Moving your computer	52
Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics	53
Basic troubleshooting	53
Troubleshooting procedure	53
Troubleshooting	54
Audio problems	54
Intermittent problems	54
Monitor problems	55
Networking problems	55
Insufficient free storage drive space	56
Serial connector cannot be accessed	56
Software problems	56
My USB connectors cannot be accessed	57
Chapter 8. Service checkout and symptom-to-FRU index	59
Service checkout	59
Problem determination tips	59
Symptom-to-FRU index	60
Power supply problems	60
Miscellaneous error conditions	60
Undetermined problems	62
Overview of the USB recovery shim	62
Chapter 9. Installing or replacing hardware	67
Handling static-sensitive devices	67
Installing or replacing hardware	67
Installing external options	67
Replacing the ac power adapter	67
Removing the front cover	69
Replacing the system fan	71
Replacing a memory module	72
Replacing the system board frame	74
Replacing the power button board	75
Replacing the coin-cell battery	77
Replacing the M.2 storage drive	78
Replacing the M.2 Wi-Fi card module	79
Replacing the M.2 Wi-Fi antennas	80
Replacing the reset button board	84
Replacing the system board	85
Completing the parts replacement	87
Chapter 10. Getting information, help, and service	91
Information resources	91
Safety and Warranty	91
Lenovo Web site	91
Lenovo Support Web site	91
Help and service	92
Calling for service	92
Using other services	92
Purchasing additional services	93
Appendix A. Regulatory information	95
Export classification notice	95
Electronic emissions notices	95
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity	95
Eurasian compliance mark	97
Brazil regulatory notice	97
Mexico regulatory notice	97
Additional regulatory information	97
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling information	99
Important WEEE information	99
Recycling information for Japan	99
Recycling information for Brazil	100
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	100
Battery recycling information for the European Union	100
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)	103
European Union RoHS	103
China RoHS	103
Turkish RoHS	103
Ukraine RoHS	104
India RoHS	104
Appendix D. China Energy Label	105
Appendix E. ENERGY STAR model information	107
Appendix F. Notices	109