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... 1 Using the Computer Hardware 1 1.1 Front view of the chassis 2 1.2 Rear view of the chassis 3 1.3 Connecting your computer 6 1.4 7.1 Audio configuration instructions 8 1.5 5.1 Audio configuration instructions 9 1.6 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical outlets 10 1.7 How to play Blu-ray Discs (selected models only 10 1.8 Wired keyboard (selected models only 11 1.9 Hot-swappable hard disk (selected models only 11 1.10 Power Control Switch (selected models only 14 Chapter 2 Using the Rescue System 19 2.1 OneKey Recovery 20 2.2 Driver and Application Installation...
... 1 Using the Computer Hardware 1 1.1 Front view of the chassis 2 1.2 Rear view of the chassis 3 1.3 Connecting your computer 6 1.4 7.1 Audio configuration instructions 8 1.5 5.1 Audio configuration instructions 9 1.6 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical outlets 10 1.7 How to play Blu-ray Discs (selected models only 10 1.8 Wired keyboard (selected models only 11 1.9 Hot-swappable hard disk (selected models only 11 1.10 Power Control Switch (selected models only 14 Chapter 2 Using the Rescue System 19 2.1 OneKey Recovery 20 2.2 Driver and Application Installation...
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Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 1.1 Front view of the chassis Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Power button Power Control Switch indicator ON/OFF (selected models only) Hard disk drive indicator Power control switch (selected models only) Memory card readers (selected models only) USB connector Microphone connector Headphone connector Optical drive (some models are equipped with only one optical drive) Hot plug HDD port (selected models only) Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive. 2 User Guide
Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 1.1 Front view of the chassis Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Power button Power Control Switch indicator ON/OFF (selected models only) Hard disk drive indicator Power control switch (selected models only) Memory card readers (selected models only) USB connector Microphone connector Headphone connector Optical drive (some models are equipped with only one optical drive) Hot plug HDD port (selected models only) Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive. 2 User Guide
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1.2 Rear view of the chassis IdeaCentre K430 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector HDMI connector (selected models only) USB connectors DisplayPort connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 3
1.2 Rear view of the chassis IdeaCentre K430 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector HDMI connector (selected models only) USB connectors DisplayPort connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 3
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...Used to attach a device that requires a USB connection. Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector. DisplayPort connector (optional) Used to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers), headphones, multimedia keyboards, or the audio line-in connector on systems with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructions for those devices. TV-Tuner connector (optional) Only supported...
...Used to attach a device that requires a USB connection. Audio line-out connector Used to send audio signals from the computer to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector. DisplayPort connector (optional) Used to external devices, such as powered stereo speakers (speakers with built-in amplifiers), headphones, multimedia keyboards, or the audio line-in connector on systems with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructions for those devices. TV-Tuner connector (optional) Only supported...
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... detailed settings, click Start → Control panel → Hardware and Sound → Lenovo HD Audio Manager. Sound configuration is as follows: 1. Follow the instructions to configure it. 3. 1.4 7.1 Audio configuration instructions Use the following the prompts. 8 User Guide Right click the Sound icon in the system property bar and select the sounds option to setup the sounds in the pop-up speaker setup dialog box and proceed with the speaker setup by following illustration when connecting a 7.1 surround sound audio system: S/PDIF out connector Center...
... detailed settings, click Start → Control panel → Hardware and Sound → Lenovo HD Audio Manager. Sound configuration is as follows: 1. Follow the instructions to configure it. 3. 1.4 7.1 Audio configuration instructions Use the following the prompts. 8 User Guide Right click the Sound icon in the system property bar and select the sounds option to setup the sounds in the pop-up speaker setup dialog box and proceed with the speaker setup by following illustration when connecting a 7.1 surround sound audio system: S/PDIF out connector Center...
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... with the speaker setup by following guides when connecting to the 5.1 surround audio device: Blue line-in connector Surround Green line-out connector Pink Mic-in connector Front channel Center-LEF The configurations are different from 2.0 stereo to 5.1 surround.) This model of computer supports transforming stereo sound into 5.1 surround sound. After the configuration, 5.1 surround can be used once this configuration procedure is only for further assistance. 1.5 5.1 Audio configuration instructions (This instruction is...
... with the speaker setup by following guides when connecting to the 5.1 surround audio device: Blue line-in connector Surround Green line-out connector Pink Mic-in connector Front channel Center-LEF The configurations are different from 2.0 stereo to 5.1 surround.) This model of computer supports transforming stereo sound into 5.1 surround sound. After the configuration, 5.1 surround can be used once this configuration procedure is only for further assistance. 1.5 5.1 Audio configuration instructions (This instruction is...
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... Recovery Driver and Application Installation System Setup System Backup System Recovery Create Recovery Disc Attention: Using this , all of the existing data on drive C: will be lost, but the content and format of the other partitions of the hard disk drive will result in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the computer to factory default settings or to install an operating...
... Recovery Driver and Application Installation System Setup System Backup System Recovery Create Recovery Disc Attention: Using this , all of the existing data on drive C: will be lost, but the content and format of the other partitions of the hard disk drive will result in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the computer to factory default settings or to install an operating...
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... all of system recovery. Note: System Recovery will not be deleted. Deleting this partition will prompt you can use application. Please wait during the recovery process. 4. After the system is an easy-to-use it to restart the computer. You can see the following instructions: By selecting Control Panel → Administrative Tools → Computer Management → Disk Management, you to restore your Lenovo hardware. 20 User Guide
... all of system recovery. Note: System Recovery will not be deleted. Deleting this partition will prompt you can use application. Please wait during the recovery process. 4. After the system is an easy-to-use it to restart the computer. You can see the following instructions: By selecting Control Panel → Administrative Tools → Computer Management → Disk Management, you to restore your Lenovo hardware. 20 User Guide
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... until the Lenovo Rescue System open , then select System Setup. 2.3.2 Network Settings Depending on the computer. 2. After starting the operating system. In addition, System Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually by following the prompts. Do not install software which is already installed on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. Make sure that the Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the procedure, install all passwords for the Lenovo Rescue...
... until the Lenovo Rescue System open , then select System Setup. 2.3.2 Network Settings Depending on the computer. 2. After starting the operating system. In addition, System Setup sets and manages all the drivers and software manually by following the prompts. Do not install software which is already installed on the network access mode of the ADSL connection. Make sure that the Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the procedure, install all passwords for the Lenovo Rescue...
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... LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you to set a password, access the system directly and operate it accordingly. 2.4 System Backup This backs up your system partition by following the prompts. 2.5 System Recovery Reboot your system partition to an image file. In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. Follow the on-screen prompts to a system backup point or the initial state (factory default settings). 2.6 Create Recovery Disc...
... LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you to set a password, access the system directly and operate it accordingly. 2.4 System Backup This backs up your system partition by following the prompts. 2.5 System Recovery Reboot your system partition to an image file. In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. Follow the on-screen prompts to a system backup point or the initial state (factory default settings). 2.6 Create Recovery Disc...
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... desktop background • Select a screen saver • Select colors and appearance options for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures to ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is securely connected to the connector on the computer graphics card...
... desktop background • Select a screen saver • Select colors and appearance options for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures to ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is securely connected to the connector on the computer graphics card...
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... exit a running program normally. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Problem: Ripple on screen. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection - Open the Task Manager window by pressing Ctrl, Alt and Delete at the same time. 2. Ensure that may be generating magnetic interference. 2. Problem: No sound from the integrated speakers. User Guide 25 Check to the computer's side-panel headphone connector. double-click the speaker icon in...
... exit a running program normally. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Problem: Ripple on screen. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection - Open the Task Manager window by pressing Ctrl, Alt and Delete at the same time. 2. Ensure that may be generating magnetic interference. 2. Problem: No sound from the integrated speakers. User Guide 25 Check to the computer's side-panel headphone connector. double-click the speaker icon in...
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... Optical drive is unable to determine if there is still no icon, contact Lenovo Service. Back up all documents and system settings related to properly uninstall programs: 1. Problem resolution: During installation never abort the install process by powering the system off or through other drastic means. Check to read , replace it . 2. Perform the instructions displayed to uninstall the software. 3.4 Troubleshooting Problems with a known good CD/DVD...
... Optical drive is unable to determine if there is still no icon, contact Lenovo Service. Back up all documents and system settings related to properly uninstall programs: 1. Problem resolution: During installation never abort the install process by powering the system off or through other drastic means. Check to read , replace it . 2. Perform the instructions displayed to uninstall the software. 3.4 Troubleshooting Problems with a known good CD/DVD...
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... and save a new channel list. • You must set the TV tuner input signal to analog before you can use the keyboard until it is dry. Clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the monitor and keyboard every day. Keep all surfaces clean and free of the following are general methods for cleaning displays, and follow the instructions included with...
... and save a new channel list. • You must set the TV tuner input signal to analog before you can use the keyboard until it is dry. Clean your computer, disconnect the computer from the monitor and keyboard every day. Keep all surfaces clean and free of the following are general methods for cleaning displays, and follow the instructions included with...
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... the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for parts ordering information. This guide contains instructions for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical disk drive • Graphics card • TV-Tuner card Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer. This guide does not include procedures for step-by Lenovo®. The description of all parts. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to models without the need for the replacement of...
... the Hardware Maintenance Manual (HMM) for parts ordering information. This guide contains instructions for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical disk drive • Graphics card • TV-Tuner card Safety information for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer. This guide does not include procedures for step-by Lenovo®. The description of all parts. Note: Trained service personnel should refer to models without the need for the replacement of...
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4.1 Locations 4.1.1 Identifying internal components The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 6 5 Optical disk drive Graphics card System fan Hard disk drive System board Power supply User Guide 33
4.1 Locations 4.1.1 Identifying internal components The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 6 5 Optical disk drive Graphics card System fan Hard disk drive System board Power supply User Guide 33
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... the locations of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. Lenovo K430 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 12V power connector Microprocessor fan header Power connector PCI express X 16 adapter slots (2) Microprocessor and heat sink Memory slots (4) Front USB header Power fan header 34 User Guide 4.1.2 Identifying parts on the system board. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of the different parts on the system board The system board (also...
... the locations of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later. Lenovo K430 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 12V power connector Microprocessor fan header Power connector PCI express X 16 adapter slots (2) Microprocessor and heat sink Memory slots (4) Front USB header Power fan header 34 User Guide 4.1.2 Identifying parts on the system board. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of the different parts on the system board The system board (also...
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Front panel connector Front USB connector Serial (COM2) connector Front audio connector System fan header Front USB connector Mode switch connector Battery PCI express X 1 adapter slots (2) Lenovo K410 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12V power connector Microprocessor fan header Thermal sensor header Battery 12 11 10 Microprocessor and heat sink Memory slots (2) Power connector SATA connectors (3) User Guide 35
Front panel connector Front USB connector Serial (COM2) connector Front audio connector System fan header Front USB connector Mode switch connector Battery PCI express X 1 adapter slots (2) Lenovo K410 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12V power connector Microprocessor fan header Thermal sensor header Battery 12 11 10 Microprocessor and heat sink Memory slots (2) Power connector SATA connectors (3) User Guide 35
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... cables from the computer. 3. Mini PCI-E slot eSATA connector SSD power connector (Optional) SATA connectors (4) Front panel connector Mode switch connector ROM socket Front USB header Front audio connector System fan header Power connector Power fan header LPC debug connector Serial (COM2) connector SPI debug connector Front USB connector (2) Clear CMOS jumper PCI express X 1 adapter slots (3) PCI express X 16 adapter slot 4.2 Replacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the "Important safety information" in the Hardware Maintenance...
... cables from the computer. 3. Mini PCI-E slot eSATA connector SSD power connector (Optional) SATA connectors (4) Front panel connector Mode switch connector ROM socket Front USB header Front audio connector System fan header Power connector Power fan header LPC debug connector Serial (COM2) connector SPI debug connector Front USB connector (2) Clear CMOS jumper PCI express X 1 adapter slots (3) PCI express X 16 adapter slot 4.2 Replacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any repair before reading the "Important safety information" in the Hardware Maintenance...
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....energystar.gov. User Guide 51 Lenovo encourages you reduce the consumption of greenhouse gas emissions. For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to sleep: After 25 minutes • Advanced power settings: - Hibernate: Never To awaken your computer from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any key on your keyboard. Microsoft Windows XP • Turn off monitor: After 15 minutes • Turn off hard disk drives: Never •...
....energystar.gov. User Guide 51 Lenovo encourages you reduce the consumption of greenhouse gas emissions. For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to sleep: After 25 minutes • Advanced power settings: - Hibernate: Never To awaken your computer from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any key on your keyboard. Microsoft Windows XP • Turn off monitor: After 15 minutes • Turn off hard disk drives: Never •...