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For information about using the Windows key with other keys, refer to the help information system of the Windows operating system. Other functions • Fn+Spacebar: Enables or disables the ThinkLight light. • Fn+B: Has the same function as the Break key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+P: Has the same function as the Pause key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+S: Has the same function as the SysRq key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+K: Has the same function as the ScrLK key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+I: Has the same function as the Insert key on a conventional keyboard. Using the UltraNav pointing device Your computer comes with the UltraNav pointing device. The UltraNav pointing device consists of the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad, each of which is itself a pointing device with both basic and extended functions. You can configure both devices by choosing the settings you prefer as follows: • Set both the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad as pointing devices. This setting enables the use of all the basic and extended functions of the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad. • Set the TrackPoint pointing device as the main pointing device and the touch pad for extended functions only. This setting enables the use of all basic and extended functions with the TrackPoint pointing device while limiting the use of the touch pad to scrolling, tap zones, and slow-motion pointer functions. • Set the TrackPoint pointing device as the main pointing device, and disable the touch pad. • Set the touch pad as the main pointing device, and disable the TrackPoint pointing device. Changing the UltraNav pointing device settings To change the UltraNav pointing device settings, go to Control Panel, then click Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ UltraNav. Then change the settings as you desire. You also can change the UltraNav pointing device settings by clicking the UltraNav icon in the Windows notification area. To display the UltraNav icon in the Windows notification area, see "Adding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area" on page 28. Using the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device consists of a pointing stick 1 on the keyboard and three click buttons at the bottom of the keyboard. Move the pointer 5 on the screen, you apply pressure to the nonslip cap on the pointing stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard; the pointing stick itself does not move. The speed at which the pointer moves depends on the pressure you apply to the pointing stick. The functions of the left 4 and right 2 click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse. The TrackPoint center button 3 , called the scroll bar, enables you to scroll Web pages or documents in any direction with no need to use the graphic scroll bars on the side of the window. Chapter 2. Using your computer 25

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	20
Left-side view	22
Bottom view	23
Rear view	24
Status indicators	24
Locating important product information	26
Machine type and model label	26
FCC ID and IC Certification number label	27
Certificate of Authenticity label	27
Features	28
Specifications	29
Operating environment	30
Lenovo programs	30
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system	31
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system	32
An introduction to Lenovo programs	33
Chapter 2. Using your computer	37
Registering your computer	37
Frequently asked questions	37
Special keys	39
Using the UltraNav pointing device	41
Using the TrackPoint pointing device	41
Using the touch pad	43
Disabling the UltraNav pointing device and using an external mouse	44
Adding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area	44
Power management	44
Checking the battery status	44
Using the ac power adapter	45
Charging the battery	45
Maximizing the battery life	46
Managing the battery power	46
Power-saving modes	46
Connecting to the network	48
Ethernet connections	48
Wireless connections	48
Attaching an external monitor	52
Changing display settings	53
Using the Extend desktop function	53
Setting up a presentation	54
Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature	55
Using audio features	55
Using the integrated camera	56
Using the ThinkLight light feature	56
Using the optical drive	56
Using a media card	57
Inserting a media card	57
Removing a media card	57
Chapter 3. You and your computer	59
Accessibility and comfort	59
Ergonomic information	59
Comfort	60
Accessibility information	60
Traveling with your computer	61
Travel tips	61
Travel accessories	62
Chapter 4. Security	63
Attaching a mechanical lock	63
Using passwords	63
Passwords and sleep mode	63
Typing passwords	63
Power-on password	64
Hard disk passwords	64
Supervisor password	66
Hard disk security	68
Setting the security chip	69
Using the fingerprint reader	70
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid state drive	72
Using firewalls	73
Protecting data against viruses	73
Chapter 5. Recovery overview	75
Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system	75
Creating and using a recovery media	75
Performing backup and recovery operations	76
Using the OneKey Recovery Pro workspace	77
Creating and using a rescue medium	78
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers	79
Solving recovery problems	79
Recovery overview for the Windows 8 operating system	80
Refreshing your computer	80
Resetting your computer to the factory default settings	80
Advanced startup options	80
Chapter 6. Replacing devices	83
Static electricity prevention	83
Disabling the built-in battery	83
Replacing the SIM card	84
Replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive	85
Replacing the keyboard	87
Replacing the optical drive	91
Replacing a memory module	93
Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless LAN connection	95
Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless WAN connection	97
Replacing the backup battery	102
Chapter 7. Advanced configuration	105
Installing a new operating system	105
Before you begin	105
Installing the Windows 7 operating system	106
Installing the Windows 8 operating system	107
Installing device drivers	107
Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card reader	107
Installing the driver for USB 3.0 (for Windows 7)	107
Installing the ThinkPad monitor file for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8 (for Windows 7)	108
Installing other drivers and software (for Windows 7)	108
ThinkPad Setup	108
Main menu	109
Config menu	109
Date/Time menu	113
Security menu	114
Startup menu	118
Restart menu	119
Updating your system UEFI BIOS	120
Using system management	120
System management	120
Setting management features	121
Chapter 8. Preventing problems	123
General tips for preventing problems	123
Making sure device drivers are current	124
Taking care of your computer	125
Cleaning the cover of your computer	126
Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problems	129
Diagnosing problems	129
Troubleshooting	129
Computer stops responding	129
Spills on the keyboard	130
Error messages	130
Errors without messages	132
Beep errors	133
Memory module problems	134
Networking problems	134
Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices	136
Problems with the display and multimedia devices	137
Fingerprint reader problems	142
Battery and power problems	142
Problems with drives and other storage devices	145
A software problem	146
Problems with ports and connectors	147
Chapter 10. Getting support	149
Before you contact Lenovo	149
Getting help and service	150
Using diagnostic programs	150
Lenovo Support Web site	150
Calling Lenovo	150
Finding ThinkPad options	151
Purchasing additional services	151
Appendix A. Regulatory information	153
Wireless related information	153
Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas	154
Locating wireless regulatory notices	155
Export classification notice	155
Electronic emission notices	155
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity	155
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement	155
European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive	156
German Class B compliance statement	156
Korea Class B compliance statement	156
Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement	157
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase	157
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan	157
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements	159
Important WEEE information	159
Japan recycling statements	159
Recycling information for Brazil	160
Battery recycling information for the European Union	160
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	161
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada	161
Appendix C. ENERGY STAR model information	163
Appendix D. Notices	165
Trademarks	166
Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)	167
China RoHS	167
Turkish RoHS	167
Ukraine RoHS	167

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For information about using the Windows key with other keys, refer to the help information system of the

Windows operating system.

Other functions

•

Fn+Spacebar

: Enables or disables the ThinkLight light.

•

Fn+B

: Has the same function as the Break key on a conventional keyboard.

•

Fn+P

: Has the same function as the Pause key on a conventional keyboard.

•

Fn+S

: Has the same function as the SysRq key on a conventional keyboard.

•

Fn+K

: Has the same function as the ScrLK key on a conventional keyboard.

•

Fn+I

: Has the same function as the Insert key on a conventional keyboard.

Using the UltraNav pointing device

Your computer comes with the UltraNav pointing device. The UltraNav pointing device consists of the

TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad, each of which is itself a pointing device with both basic and

extended functions. You can conﬁgure both devices by choosing the settings you prefer as follows:

•

Set both the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad as pointing devices.

This setting enables the use of all the basic and extended functions of the TrackPoint pointing device

and the touch pad.

•

Set the TrackPoint pointing device as the main pointing device and the touch pad for extended

functions only.

This setting enables the use of all basic and extended functions with the TrackPoint pointing device while

limiting the use of the touch pad to scrolling, tap zones, and slow-motion pointer functions.

•

Set the TrackPoint pointing device as the main pointing device, and disable the touch pad.

•

Set the touch pad as the main pointing device, and disable the TrackPoint pointing device.

Changing the UltraNav pointing device settings

To change the UltraNav pointing device settings, go to Control Panel, then click

Hardware and Sound

➙

Mouse

➙

UltraNav

. Then change the settings as you desire.

You also can change the UltraNav pointing device settings by clicking the

UltraNav

icon in the Windows

notiﬁcation area. To display the

UltraNav

icon in the Windows notiﬁcation area, see “Adding the UltraNav

icon to the Windows notiﬁcation area” on page 28.

Using the TrackPoint pointing device

The TrackPoint pointing device consists of a pointing stick

on the keyboard and three click buttons at the

bottom of the keyboard. Move the pointer

on the screen, you apply pressure to the nonslip cap on the

pointing stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard; the pointing stick itself does not move. The speed at

which the pointer moves depends on the pressure you apply to the pointing stick. The functions of the left

and right

click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse.

The TrackPoint center button

, called the scroll bar, enables you to scroll Web pages or documents in any

direction with no need to use the graphic scroll bars on the side of the window.

Chapter 2

Using your computer