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locating parts 9 memory module 13 T television output notice 50 temporary startup device 37 the BIOS, updating (flashing) 39-40 ThinkVantage productivity center 45 trademarks 50 troubleshooting, basic 41 troubleshooting, diagnostics 41 U updating (flashing) the BIOS 39 system programs 39 updating (flashing) the BIOS 40 USB connector 8 using a rescue medium, creating and 32 diagnostic programs 47 documentation 47 other services 48 passwords 35 Setup Utility 35 V VGA monitor connector 8 video subsystem 1 viewing and changing settings 35 W warranty information 46 Web site, Lenovo 46 workspace, backup and recovery 31 © Copyright Lenovo 2010 53

Section	Page
Important safety information	7
Chapter 1. Product overview	9
Features	9
Specifications	11
Software overview	12
Software provided by Lenovo	12
Adobe Reader	14
Antivirus software	14
Locations	14
Locating connectors on the front of your computer	14
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer	15
Locating components	16
Locating parts on the system board	17
Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware	19
Handling static-sensitive devices	19
Installing or replacing hardware	19
Installing external options	19
Opening the computer cover	20
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel	20
Installing or replacing a memory module	21
Replacing the hard disk drive	22
Replacing the optical drive	24
Replacing the battery	25
Replacing the heat sink	26
Replacing the internal speaker	27
Replacing the front audio and USB assembly	28
Replacing the ac power adapter	29
Replacing the ac power adapter bracket	30
Replacing the keyboard or mouse	33
Completing the parts replacement	33
Installing security features	34
Integrated cable lock	34
Password protection	35
Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS)	35
Chapter 3. Recovery information	37
Creating and using recovery media	37
Creating recovery media	37
Using recovery media	38
Performing backup and recovery operations	38
Performing a backup operation	38
Performing a recovery operation	39
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace	39
Creating and using a rescue medium	40
Creating a rescue medium	40
Using a rescue medium	41
Installing or reinstalling device drivers	41
Solving recovery problems	42
Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility program	43
Starting the Setup Utility program	43
Viewing and changing settings	43
Using passwords	43
Password considerations	43
Power-On Password	44
Administrator Password	44
Hard Disk Password	44
Setting, changing, and deleting a password	44
Enabling or disabling a device	44
Selecting a startup device	45
Selecting a temporary startup device	45
Selecting or changing the startup device sequence	45
Exiting from the Setup Utility program	45
Chapter 5. Updating system programs	47
Using system programs	47
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc	47
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating system	48
Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure	48
Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and diagnostics	49
Basic troubleshooting	49
Diagnostic programs	50
Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox	50
PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery	51
PC-Doctor for DOS	51
Cleaning an optical mouse	52
Chapter 7. Getting information, help, and service	53
Information resources	53
Online Books folder	53
Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools	53
ThinkVantage Productivity Center	53
Lenovo Welcome	54
Access Help	54
Safety and Warranty	54
Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com)	54
Help and service	55
Using the documentation and diagnostic programs	55
Calling for service	55
Using other services	56
Purchasing additional services	56
Appendix A. Notices	57
Television output notice	58
European conformance CE mark	58
Trademarks	58