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Information about your computer and preinstalled software, if any, is available in the documentation that comes with your computer. The documentation includes printed books, online books, readme files, and help files. In addition, information about Lenovo products is available on the World Wide Web. Microsoft Service Packs are the latest software source for Windows product updates. They are available through Web download (connection charges might apply) or through disc. For more specific information and links, go to http://www.microsoft.com. Lenovo offers technical assistance with installation of, or questions related to, Service Packs for your Lenovo-preinstalled Microsoft Windows product. For information, contact the Customer Support Center. Using diagnostic programs Many computer problems can be solved without outside assistance. If you experience a problem with your computer, the first place to start is the troubleshooting information in your computer documentation. If you suspect a software problem, see the documentation, including readme files and help information systems, that comes with the operating system or application program. ThinkPad notebook computers come with a set of diagnostic programs that you can use to help you identify hardware problems. See "Diagnosing problems" on page 131 for instructions on how to use the diagnostic programs. The troubleshooting information or the diagnostic programs might tell you that you need additional or updated device drivers or other software. You can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates from the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Lenovo Support Web site Technical support information is available on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support This Web site is updated with the latest support information such as the following: • Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions • Product and service warranty • Product and parts details • User guides and manuals • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions Calling Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty period, you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center. The following services are available during the warranty period: • Problem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem. • Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service. • Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that apply to your hardware available. The following items are not covered: 148 User Guide

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Information about your computer and preinstalled software, if any, is available in the documentation that
comes with your computer. The documentation includes printed books, online books, readme files, and help
files. In addition, information about Lenovo products is available on the World Wide Web.
Microsoft Service Packs are the latest software source for Windows product updates. They are available
through Web download (connection charges might apply) or through disc. For more specific information and
links, go to http://www.microsoft.com. Lenovo offers technical assistance with installation of, or questions
related to, Service Packs for your Lenovo-preinstalled Microsoft Windows product. For information, contact
the Customer Support Center.
Using diagnostic programs
Many computer problems can be solved without outside assistance. If you experience a problem with your
computer, the first place to start is the troubleshooting information in your computer documentation. If you
suspect a software problem, see the documentation, including readme files and help information systems,
that comes with the operating system or application program.
ThinkPad notebook computers come with a set of diagnostic programs that you can use to help you identify
hardware problems. See “Diagnosing problems” on page 131 for instructions on how to use the diagnostic
programs.
The troubleshooting information or the diagnostic programs might tell you that you need additional or
updated device drivers or other software. You can get the latest technical information and download device
drivers and updates from the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support.
Lenovo Support Web site
Technical support information is available on the Lenovo Support Web site at:
This Web site is updated with the latest support information such as the following:
• Drivers and software
• Diagnostic solutions
• Product and service warranty
• Product and parts details
• User guides and manuals
• Knowledge base and frequently asked questions
Calling Lenovo
If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty period, you can
get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center. The following services are
available during the warranty period:
• Problem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a
hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem.
• Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty,
trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
• Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product
has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes
(ECs) that apply to your hardware available.
The following items are not covered:
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