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Using the media card reader If your computer has a media card reader slot, it supports the following cards: • SD card • SDHC card • SDXC card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Notes: • Your computer does not support the Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM) feature for SD cards. • When transferring data to or from a flash media card, such as an SD card, do not put your computer in sleep (standby) or hibernation mode before the data transfer is complete. To do so might cause damage to your data. Chapter 2. Using your computer 49

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	18
Right-side view	20
Left-side view	22
Bottom view	23
Status indicators	24
Locating important product information	26
Machine type and model label	27
FCC ID and IC Certification number label	27
Certificate of Authenticity label	28
Features	28
Specifications	29
Operating environment	30
ThinkVantage Technologies and software	31
Accessing applications in Windows 7	31
Access Connections	33
Active Protection System	33
Fingerprint Software	33
Lenovo Solutions Center	33
Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools	34
Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox	34
Message Center Plus	34
Password Manager	35
Power Manager	35
Product Recovery	35
Presentation Director	35
Rescue and Recovery	35
System Update	35
ThinkVantage GPS	36
Chapter 2. Using your computer	37
Registering your computer	37
Frequently asked questions	37
Special keys and buttons	38
Function key combinations	39
Windows key and application key	42
Using the UltraNav pointing device	42
Using the TrackPoint pointing device	43
Using the touch pad	44
Behavior of the UltraNav and an external mouse	45
Adding the UltraNav icon to the system tray	46
Power management	46
Checking battery status	46
Using the ac power adapter	46
Charging the battery	47
Maximizing battery life	47
Power-saving modes	48
Handling the battery	49
Connecting to the network	50
Ethernet connections	50
Wireless connections	51
Using a projector or external display	58
Changing display settings	58
Attaching an external monitor	59
Setting up a presentation	61
Using a color profile	61
Using audio features	61
Using the integrated camera	62
Using dual displays	63
Using the media card reader	65
Chapter 3. You and your computer	67
Accessibility and comfort	67
Ergonomic information	67
Adjusting your computer to fit you	68
Accessibility information	69
Traveling with your computer	69
Travel tips	70
Travel accessories	70
Chapter 4. Security	71
Attaching a mechanical lock	71
Using passwords	71
Passwords and sleep (standby) mode	72
Power-on password	72
Hard disk passwords	73
Supervisor password	75
Hard disk security	77
Using a fingerprint reader	77
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid state	79
Using and understanding firewalls	80
Protecting data against viruses	80
Chapter 5. Recovery overview	83
Creating and using recovery media	83
Creating recovery media	84
Using recovery media	84
Performing backup and recovery operations	85
Performing a backup operation	85
Performing a recovery operation	85
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace	86
Creating and using a rescue medium	87
Creating a rescue medium	87
Using a rescue medium	87
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers	88
Solving recovery problems	89
Chapter 6. Replacing devices	91
Static electricity prevention	91
Replacing the battery	91
Replacing the solid state drive or hard disk drive	93
Replacing a memory module	96
Replacing the keyboard	99
Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless	103
Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless	107
Replacing the SIM card	110
Replacing the backup battery	112
Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer	117
Finding ThinkPad options	117
Chapter 8. Advanced configuration	119
Installing a new operating system	119
Before you begin	119
Installing Windows 7	120
Installing Windows Vista	121
Installing Windows XP	122
Installing device drivers	124
Installing the driver for 4-in-1 media card reader	124
Installing ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7	124
Installing Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7	126
Installing drivers and software	126
ThinkPad Setup	126
Config menu	127
Date/Time menu	128
Security menu	128
Startup menu	129
Restart menu	130
ThinkPad Setup items	130
Updating your system UEFI BIOS	137
Using system management	138
System management	138
Setting management features	138
Chapter 9. Preventing problems	141
General tips for preventing problems	141
Making sure device drivers are current	142
Getting the latest drivers from the Web site	142
Getting the latest drivers using System Update	142
Taking care of your computer	143
Cleaning the cover of your computer	144
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems	147
Diagnosing problems	147
Troubleshooting	148
Computer stops responding	148
Spills on the keyboard	149
Error messages	149
Errors without messages	151
Beep errors	152
Memory problems	152
Networking	152
Keyboard and other pointing devices	157
Display and multimedia devices	158
Fingerprint reader problems	165
Battery and power	165
Drives and other storage devices	169
Software problems	169
Ports and connectors	169
Universal Serial Bus problems	169
Chapter 11. Getting support	171
Before you contact Lenovo	171
Registering your computer	171
Downloading system updates	171
Recording information	171
Getting help and service	172
Using diagnostic programs	172
Lenovo Support Web site	172
Calling Lenovo	173
Purchasing additional services	173
Appendix A. Regulatory information	175
Wireless related information	175
Locating the UltraConnect wireless antennas	176
Locating wireless regulatory notices	177
Export classification notice	178
Electronic emission notices	178
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity	178
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement	178
European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility	179
German Class B compliance statement	179
Korea Class B compliance statement	179
Japanese VCCI Class B statement	180
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the pow	180
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan	180
Additional regulatory information	180
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements	181
WEEE Information	181
Japan recycling statements	181
Recycling information for Brazil	182
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	182
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada	183
Battery recycling information for the European Union	183
Appendix C. Notices	185
Trademarks	186
Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)	187
China RoHS	187
Turkish RoHS	187
Ukraine RoHS	187