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• Recording and playback of pulse-code modulation (PCM) and Waveform Audio File Format (WAV) files • Recording from various sound sources, such as a headset attached Note: The audio connector does not support a conventional microphone. The following table shows which functions of the audio devices attached to the connectors on your computer, the supported ThinkPad OneLink Dock, or the ThinkPad OneLink Pro Dock are supported. Table 2. Audio feature list Connector Audio connector Headset with a 3.5 mm (0.14-inch), 4-pole plug Headphone and microphone functions supported Conventional headphone Headphone function supported Conventional microphone Not supported Configuring for sound recording To configure the microphone for optimal sound recording, use the Conexant HD Audio Manager program. To start the program, go to Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound ➙ Conexant HD Audio Manager. Using the camera If your computer has a camera, you can use the camera to preview your video image and take a snapshot of your current image. To start the camera, do the following: • For Windows 7: Open the Communications Utility program. • For Windows 8.1: Click Camera from the Start screen. When the camera is started, the green camera-in-use indicator turns on. You also can use the integrated camera with other programs that provide features such as photographing, video capturing, and video conferencing. To use the camera with other programs, open one of the programs and start the photographing, video capturing, or video conferencing function. Then, the camera starts automatically and the green camera-in-use indicator turns on. For more information about using the camera with a program, refer to the help information system of the program. Configuring camera settings You can configure the camera settings to meet your needs, such as adjusting the quality of the video output. To configure the camera settings, do one of the following: • For Windows 7: Start the Communications Utility program and configure the camera settings as desired. • For Windows 8.1, do one of the following: - Configure the camera settings directly from the program that is using the camera. For details, see the help information system of the program. - Click Lenovo Settings from the Start screen. Then click Camera. Follow the instructions on the screen to configure the camera settings as desired. Using a flash media card Your computer has a media card slot, it supports the following cards: 48 User Guide

Section	Page
Read this first	7
Important safety information	8
Conditions that require immediate action	9
Service and upgrades	9
Power cords and power adapters	10
Extension cords and related devices	11
Plugs and outlets	11
Power supply statement	11
External devices	12
General battery notice	12
Notice for built-in rechargeable battery	12
Notice for non-rechargeable coin-cell battery	13
Heat and product ventilation	13
Electrical current safety information	14
Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice	15
Using headphones or earphones	15
Additional safety information	15
Chapter 1. Product overview	17
Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators	17
Front view	17
Right-side view	19
Left-side view	21
Bottom view	22
Rear view	22
Status indicators	23
Locating important product information	24
Machine type and model label	24
FCC ID and IC Certification information	24
Certificate of Authenticity label	25
Genuine Microsoft label	25
Features	26
Specifications	27
Operating environment	28
Lenovo programs	28
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system	28
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8.1 operating system	29
An introduction to Lenovo programs	30
Chapter 2. Using your computer	33
Registering your computer	33
Frequently asked questions	33
Using the special buttons	35
Using the multi-touch screen	36
Using the Tablet Digitizer Pen or ThinkPad Active Pen	39
Operating modes	42
Enabling the operating modes	43
Rotating the computer display	43
Notebook mode	43
Stand mode	44
Tablet mode	45
Tent mode	47
Using the keyboard	48
Special keys	50
ThinkPad pointing device	51
TrackPoint pointing device	52
Trackpad	53
Trackpad touch gestures	54
Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device	55
Replacing the cap of the TrackPoint pointing stick	55
Power management	56
Checking the battery status	56
Using the ac power	57
Charging the battery	57
Maximizing the battery life	58
Managing the battery power	58
Power-saving modes	58
Connecting to the network	59
Ethernet connections	59
Wireless connections	59
Using an external display	62
Connecting an external display	62
Choosing a display mode	63
Changing display settings	63
Using audio features	63
Using the camera	64
Using a flash media card	64
Chapter 3. Enhancing your computer	67
Finding ThinkPad options	67
ThinkPad OneLink Dock	67
ThinkPad OneLink Pro Dock	68
Chapter 4. Security	71
Using passwords	71
Typing passwords	71
Power-on password	71
Supervisor password	72
Hard disk passwords	73
Hard disk security	75
Setting the security chip	76
Notice on deleting data from your storage drive	77
Using firewalls	78
Protecting data against viruses	78
Chapter 5. Advanced configuration	79
Installing a new operating system	79
Installing the Windows 7 operating system	79
Installing the Windows 8.1 operating system	80
Installing device drivers	81
Using the ThinkPad Setup program	81
Main menu	82
Config menu	82
Date and Time menu	85
Security menu	85
Startup menu	90
Restart menu	92
Updating the UEFI BIOS	92
Using system management	92
Chapter 6. Preventing problems	95
General tips for preventing problems	95
Making sure device drivers are current	96
Taking care of your computer	97
Cleaning the cover of your computer	98
Chapter 7. Troubleshooting computer problems	101
Diagnosing problems	101
Troubleshooting	101
Computer stops responding	101
Spills on the keyboard	102
Error messages	102
Beep errors	104
Memory module problems	104
Networking problems	104
Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices	106
Problems with the display and multimedia devices	107
Battery and power problems	112
Problems with drives and other storage devices	115
A software problem	115
Problems with ports and connectors	116
Chapter 8. Recovery overview	117
Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system	117
Creating and using a recovery media	117
Performing backup and recovery operations	118
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace	119
Creating and using a rescue medium	120
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers	121
Solving recovery problems	122
Recovery overview for the Windows 8.1 operating system	122
Refreshing your computer	122
Resetting your computer to the factory default settings	123
Using the advanced startup options	123
Recovering your operating system if Windows 8.1 fails to start	123
Creating and using recovery media	123
Chapter 9. Getting support	125
Before you contact Lenovo	125
Getting help and service	125
Using diagnostic programs	126
Lenovo Support Web site	126
Calling Lenovo	126
Purchasing additional services	127
Chapter 10. You and your computer	129
Accessibility and comfort	129
Ergonomic information	129
Comfort	130
Accessibility information	130
Traveling with your computer	134
Travel tips	134
Travel accessories	135
Appendix A. Regulatory information	137
Wireless related information	137
Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas	138
Locating wireless regulatory notices	139
Certification related information	139
Export classification notice	139
Electronic emission notices	139
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity	139
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement	140
European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive	140
German Class B compliance statement	140
Korea Class B compliance statement	141
Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement	141
Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase	141
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan	141
Eurasian compliance mark	141
Brazil regulatory notice	141
Mexico regulatory notice	141
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements	143
Important WEEE information	143
Japan recycling statements	143
Recycling information for Brazil	144
Battery recycling information for the European Union	144
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	145
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada	145
Recycling information for China	145
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)	147
European Union RoHS	147
China RoHS	148
Turkish RoHS	148
Ukraine RoHS	149
India RoHS	149
Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information	151
Appendix E. Notices	153

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• Recording and playback of pulse-code modulation (PCM) and Waveform Audio File Format (WAV) ﬁles

• Recording from various sound sources, such as a headset attached

Note:

The audio connector does not support a conventional microphone.

The following table shows which functions of the audio devices attached to the connectors on your

computer, the supported ThinkPad OneLink Dock, or the ThinkPad OneLink Pro Dock are supported.

Table 2. Audio feature list

Connector

Headset with a 3.5 mm

(0.14–inch),4-poleplug

Conventional

headphone

Conventional

microphone

Audio connector

Headphone and

microphone functions

supported

Headphone function

supported

Not supported

Conﬁguring for sound recording

To conﬁgure the microphone for optimal sound recording, use the Conexant HD Audio Manager program. To

start the program, go to Control Panel and click

HardwareandSound

➙

ConexantHDAudioManager

Using the camera

If your computer has a camera, you can use the camera to preview your video image and take a snapshot

of your current image.

To start the camera, do the following:

• For Windows 7: Open the Communications Utility program.

• For Windows 8.1: Click

Camera

from the Start screen.

When the camera is started, the green camera-in-use indicator turns on.

You also can use the integrated camera with other programs that provide features such as photographing,

video capturing, and video conferencing. To use the camera with other programs, open one of the programs

and start the photographing, video capturing, or video conferencing function. Then, the camera starts

automatically and the green camera-in-use indicator turns on. For more information about using the camera

with a program, refer to the help information system of the program.

Conﬁguring camera settings

You can conﬁgure the camera settings to meet your needs, such as adjusting the quality of the video output.

To conﬁgure the camera settings, do one of the following:

• For Windows 7: Start the Communications Utility program and conﬁgure the camera settings as desired.

• For Windows 8.1, do one of the following:

– Conﬁgure the camera settings directly from the program that is using the camera. For details, see the

help information system of the program.

– Click

Lenovo Settings

from the Start screen. Then click

Camera

. Follow the instructions on the

screen to conﬁgure the camera settings as desired.

Using a ﬂash media card

Your computer has a media card slot, it supports the following cards:

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