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Table 2. Applications in Control Panel (continued) Application Control Panel section System Update System and Security ThinkVantage GPS Network and Internet System and Security Green text in Control Panel Lenovo - Update and Drivers Lenovo - GPS Access Connections Access Connections™ is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing location profiles. Each location profile stores all the network and Internet configuration settings needed for connecting to a network infrastructure from a specific location such as a home or an office. By switching between location profiles as you move your computer from place to place, you can quickly and easily connect to a network with no need to reconfigure your settings manually and restart the computer each time. Active Protection System The Active Protection System™ protects your hard disk drive when the shock sensor inside your computer detects a condition that could damage the drive, such as system tilt, excessive vibration, or shock. The hard disk drive is less vulnerable to damage when it is not operating; so the system stops it from spinning, and might also move the read/write heads of the drive to areas that do not contain data. As soon as the shock sensor senses that the environment is stable again (minimal change in system tilt, vibration, or shock), it turns the hard disk drive on. Lenovo Screen Reading Optimizer The Lenovo Screen Reading Optimizer program provides you a convenient way to use electronic reading software. It can detect the orientation of your computer and rotate the screen accordingly. It also enables you to adjust the screen brightness. Lenovo Solution Center Note: Depending on the date when your computer was manufactured, your computer is preinstalled with either the Lenovo Solution Center program or the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program for diagnostic purposes. For additional information about the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, see "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox" on page 18. The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum system performance. For detailed information, see "Diagnosing problems" on page 127. To start the Lenovo Solution Center program in Windows 7, see "Accessing applications in Windows 7" on page 15. Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program helps you work more easily and securely by providing easy access to various technologies, such as: • Lenovo Solution Center or Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (depending on the date of manufacture) • Power Manager • Rescue and Recovery 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	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
Lenovo Screen Reading Optimizer	33
Lenovo Solution Center	33
Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools	33
Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox	34
Message Center Plus	34
Password Manager	34
Power Manager	34
Product Recovery	34
Presentation Director	35
Rescue and Recovery	35
SimpleTap	35
System Update	35
ThinkVantage GPS	35
ThinkVantage Productivity Center	35
Chapter 2. Using your computer	37
Registering your computer	37
Frequently asked questions	37
Special keys and buttons	38
Function key combinations	38
Windows key and application key	41
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	45
Power management	46
Checking battery status	46
Using the ac power adapter	46
Charging the battery	47
Maximizing battery life	47
Power-saving modes	47
Handling the battery	49
Connecting to the network	50
Ethernet connections	50
Wireless connections	50
Using a projector or external monitor	58
Changing display settings	58
Attaching an external monitor	58
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
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid state	77
Using and understanding firewalls	78
Protecting data against viruses	78
Chapter 5. Recovery overview	79
Creating and using recovery media	79
Creating recovery media	80
Using recovery media	80
Performing backup and recovery operations	81
Performing a backup operation	81
Performing a recovery operation	81
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace	82
Creating and using a rescue medium	83
Creating a rescue medium	83
Using a rescue medium	83
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers	84
Solving recovery problems	85
Chapter 6. Replacing devices	87
Static electricity prevention	87
Replacing the battery	87
Replacing the solid state drive or hard disk drive	89
Replacing a memory module	92
Replacing the keyboard	95
Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless	99
Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless	103
Replacing the SIM card	106
Replacing the backup battery	108
Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer	113
Finding ThinkPad options	113
Chapter 8. Advanced configuration	115
Installing a new operating system	115
Before you begin	115
Installing the Windows 7 operating system	116
Installing Windows Vista	117
Installing Windows XP	118
Installing device drivers	120
Installing the driver for 4-in-1 media card reader	120
Installing ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7	120
Installing Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7	121
Installing drivers and software	122
ThinkPad Setup	122
Config menu	123
Date/Time menu	123
Security menu	123
Startup menu	124
Restart menu	126
ThinkPad Setup items	126
Updating your system UEFI BIOS	133
Using system management	133
System management	134
Setting management features	134
Chapter 9. Preventing problems	137
General tips for preventing problems	137
Making sure device drivers are current	138
Getting the latest drivers from the Web site	138
Getting the latest drivers using System Update	138
Taking care of your computer	139
Cleaning the cover of your computer	140
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems	143
Diagnosing problems	143
Troubleshooting	144
Computer stops responding	144
Spills on the keyboard	145
Error messages	145
Errors without messages	147
Beep errors	148
Memory problems	148
Networking	148
Keyboard and other pointing devices	153
Display and multimedia devices	154
Battery and power	161
Drives and other storage devices	164
Software problems	165
Ports and connectors	165
Universal Serial Bus problems	165
Chapter 11. Getting support	167
Before you contact Lenovo	167
Registering your computer	167
Downloading system updates	167
Recording information	167
Getting help and service	168
Using diagnostic programs	168
Lenovo Support Web site	168
Calling Lenovo	168
Purchasing additional services	169
Appendix A. Regulatory information	171
Wireless related information	171
Locating the UltraConnect wireless antennas	172
Locating wireless regulatory notices	172
Export classification notice	173
Electronic emission notices	173
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity	173
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement	174
European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility	174
German Class B compliance statement	174
Korea Class B compliance statement	175
Japanese VCCI Class B statement	175
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the pow	175
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan	175
Additional regulatory information	175
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements	177
WEEE Information	177
Japan recycling statements	177
Recycling information for Brazil	178
Battery recycling information for the European Union	178
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	179
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada	179
Appendix C. Notices	181
Trademarks	182
Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)	183
China RoHS	183
Turkish RoHS	183
Ukraine RoHS	183

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Table 2. Applications in Control Panel (continued)

Application

Control Panel section

Green text in Control Panel

System Update

System and Security

Lenovo - Update and Drivers

ThinkVantage GPS

Network and Internet

System and Security

Lenovo - GPS

Access Connections

™

is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing location proﬁles. Each

location proﬁle stores all the network and Internet conﬁguration settings needed for connecting to a network

infrastructure from a speciﬁc location such as a home or an ofﬁce.

By switching between location proﬁles as you move your computer from place to place, you can quickly and

easily connect to a network with no need to reconﬁgure your settings manually and restart the computer

each time.

Active Protection System

The Active Protection System

™

protects your hard disk drive when the shock sensor inside your computer

detects a condition that could damage the drive, such as system tilt, excessive vibration, or shock. The

hard disk drive is less vulnerable to damage when it is not operating; so the system stops it from spinning,

and might also move the read/write heads of the drive to areas that do not contain data. As soon as the

shock sensor senses that the environment is stable again (minimal change in system tilt, vibration, or

shock), it turns the hard disk drive on.

Lenovo Screen Reading Optimizer

The Lenovo Screen Reading Optimizer program provides you a convenient way to use electronic reading

software. It can detect the orientation of your computer and rotate the screen accordingly. It also enables

you to adjust the screen brightness.

Lenovo Solution Center

Note:

Depending on the date when your computer was manufactured, your computer is preinstalled with

either the Lenovo Solution Center program or the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program for diagnostic

purposes. For additional information about the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, see “Lenovo

ThinkVantage Toolbox” on page 18.

The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It

combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along

with hints and tips for maximum system performance. For detailed information, see “Diagnosing problems”

on page 127.

To start the Lenovo Solution Center program in Windows 7, see “Accessing applications in Windows 7”

on page 15.

Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools

The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program helps you work more easily and securely by providing easy access

to various technologies, such as:

•

Lenovo Solution Center or Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox (depending on the date of manufacture)

•

Power Manager

•

Rescue and Recovery

Chapter 1

Product overview