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• Password Manager (Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1) The Password Manager program automatically captures and fills in authentication information for Windows programs and Web sites. • System Update (Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 8.1) The System Update program enables you to keep the software on the computer up-to-date by downloading and installing software packages, including ThinkVantage programs, device drivers, Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) basic input/output system (BIOS) updates, and other third-party programs. Chapter 1. Product overview 17

Section	Page
Read this first	7
Important safety information	8
Conditions that require immediate action	9
Safety guidelines	9
Chapter 1. Product overview	17
Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators	17
Front view	17
Right-side view	19
Left-side view	20
Bottom view	22
Status indicators	22
Locating important product information	24
Machine type and model label	24
FCC ID and IC Certification number label	25
Certificate of Authenticity label	26
Genuine Microsoft label	26
Features	27
Specifications	28
Operating environment	28
Lenovo programs	29
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system	29
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system	31
Lenovo programs overview	31
Chapter 2. Using your computer	35
Registering your computer	35
Frequently asked questions	35
Special keys	37
Using the UltraNav pointing device	39
Using the TrackPoint pointing device	39
Using the touch pad	41
Disabling the UltraNav pointing device and using an external mouse	41
Adding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area	42
Power management	42
Checking the battery status	42
Using the ac power adapter	43
Charging the battery	44
Maximizing the battery life	44
Managing the power plans	44
Power-saving modes	44
Handling the battery	45
Connecting to the network	47
Ethernet connections	47
Wireless connections	47
Presentations and multimedia	49
Changing display settings	49
Connecting a projector or an external monitor	50
Using dual displays	51
Using audio features	52
Using the camera	53
Using a flash media card	53
Inserting a flash media card	53
Removing a flash media card	54
Chapter 3. You and your computer	55
Accessibility and comfort	55
Ergonomic information	55
Comfort	56
Accessibility information	56
Traveling with your computer	57
Travel tips	57
Travel accessories	57
Chapter 4. Security	59
Attaching a mechanical lock	59
Using passwords	59
Typing passwords	59
Power-on password	60
Hard disk passwords	60
Supervisor password	62
Hard disk security	63
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive	64
Using firewalls	64
Protecting data against viruses	65
Chapter 5. Recovery overview	67
Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system	67
Creating and using recovery media	67
Performing backup and recovery operations	68
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace	69
Creating and using a rescue medium	70
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers	71
Solving recovery problems	72
Recovery overview for the Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 operating systems	72
Refreshing your computer	72
Resetting your computer to the factory default settings	73
Using the advanced startup options	73
Recovering your operating system if Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 fails to start	74
Creating and using recovery media	74
Chapter 6. Replacing devices	77
Static electricity prevention	77
Replacing the battery	77
Replacing the hard disk drive	79
Replacing the wireless LAN card	82
Replacing a memory module	84
Replacing the keyboard	86
Replacing the coin-cell battery	91
Chapter 7. Advanced configuration	95
Installing a new operating system	95
Before you begin	95
Installing the Windows 7 operating system	96
Installing the Windows 8 operating system or the Windows 8.1 operating system	96
Installing device drivers	97
Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card reader	97
Installing the driver for USB 3.0 on the Windows 7 operating system	97
Installing the ThinkPad monitor file for Windows Vista/7 on the Windows 7 operating system	97
Installing other drivers and software on the Windows 7 operating system	98
ThinkPad Setup	98
Main menu	98
Config menu	99
Date/Time menu	102
Security menu	103
Startup menu	106
Restart menu	109
Updating your system UEFI BIOS	109
Using system management	109
Setting management features	110
Chapter 8. Preventing problems	113
General tips for preventing problems	113
Making sure device drivers are current	114
Taking care of your computer	115
Cleaning the cover of your computer	116
Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problems	119
Diagnosing problems	119
Troubleshooting	119
Computer stops responding	119
Spills on the keyboard	120
Error messages	120
Errors without messages	122
Beep errors	123
Memory module problems	123
Networking problems	124
Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices	125
Problems with the display and multimedia devices	126
Battery and power problems	131
Problems with drives and other storage devices	134
A software problem	134
A USB problem	135
Chapter 10. Getting support	137
Before you contact Lenovo	137
Getting help and service	138
Using diagnostic programs	138
Lenovo Support Web site	138
Calling Lenovo	138
Finding ThinkPad options	139
Purchasing additional services	140
Appendix A. Regulatory information	141
Wireless related information	141
Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas	142
Locating wireless regulatory notices	143
Export classification notice	143
Electronic emission notices	143
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity	143
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement	143
European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive	144
German Class B compliance statement	144
Korea Class B compliance statement	145
Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement	145
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase	145
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan	145
Eurasian compliance mark	145
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements	147
Important WEEE information	147
Japan recycling statements	147
Recycling information for Brazil	148
Battery recycling information for the European Union	148
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	149
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada	149
Recycling information for China	149
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)	151
European Union RoHS	151
China RoHS	151
Turkish RoHS	151
Ukraine RoHS	152
India RoHS	152
Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information	153
Appendix E. Notices	155