Windows 7 Upgrade Instructions
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... drivers already installed to malfunction. Rolling back to the previous operating system or contact Lenovo Customer Service for help. Find the product key information from Lenovo service site. Upgrading your operating system. 2. Users need to : http://consumersupport.lenovo.com 3. Windows7 Upgrade Instructions 1 Please go to activate the new Windows7 operating system. To upgrade your operating system, you must format the current partition. Reinstall drivers from the driver disk or get the relevant drivers and software...
... drivers already installed to malfunction. Rolling back to the previous operating system or contact Lenovo Customer Service for help. Find the product key information from Lenovo service site. Upgrading your operating system. 2. Users need to : http://consumersupport.lenovo.com 3. Windows7 Upgrade Instructions 1 Please go to activate the new Windows7 operating system. To upgrade your operating system, you must format the current partition. Reinstall drivers from the driver disk or get the relevant drivers and software...
Lenovo Regulatory Notice(US and Canada)
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...; desktop User Guide. Veuillez lire ce document avant d'utiliser l'ordinateur Lenovo. The Lenovo desktop computer complies with Part 15 of any interference received, including interference that interference will repair it has been approved for any other card. These limits are prohibited to replace the preinstalled Wireless LAN Mini PCI Express Card modules with any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized changes or modifications to operate...
...; desktop User Guide. Veuillez lire ce document avant d'utiliser l'ordinateur Lenovo. The Lenovo desktop computer complies with Part 15 of any interference received, including interference that interference will repair it has been approved for any other card. These limits are prohibited to replace the preinstalled Wireless LAN Mini PCI Express Card modules with any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized changes or modifications to operate...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... 57 ii Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6. Replacing hardware 26 General information 26 Removing the computer cover 27 Removing the front bezel 31 Replacing the memory module 32 Replacing the optical disk drive 34 Replacing the CPU heat sink 35 Replacing the CPU 37 Replacing the system fan 40 Replacing the hard disk drive 42 Replacing the TV tuner card 45 Replacing the wireless card 46 Replacing the motherboard 48 Replacing the Keyboard and Mouse 53 Replacing the power cable or power adapter 53 Replacing the remote control 54 Completing the installation 54 Chapter...
... 57 ii Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6. Replacing hardware 26 General information 26 Removing the computer cover 27 Removing the front bezel 31 Replacing the memory module 32 Replacing the optical disk drive 34 Replacing the CPU heat sink 35 Replacing the CPU 37 Replacing the system fan 40 Replacing the hard disk drive 42 Replacing the TV tuner card 45 Replacing the wireless card 46 Replacing the motherboard 48 Replacing the Keyboard and Mouse 53 Replacing the power cable or power adapter 53 Replacing the remote control 54 Completing the installation 54 Chapter...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... or options not covered by this inspection guide is to protect users and service personnel from injury. Begin the checks with . 7 Each machine, as to measure third-wire ground continuity for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 8. Power-off , and the power cord disconnected. A third-wire ground connector in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on the frame can continue without first correcting the problem. The power...
... or options not covered by this inspection guide is to protect users and service personnel from injury. Begin the checks with . 7 Each machine, as to measure third-wire ground continuity for worn, frayed, or pinched cables. 8. Power-off , and the power cord disconnected. A third-wire ground connector in identifying potentially unsafe conditions on the frame can continue without first correcting the problem. The power...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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...that the machine, the part, the work surface. Notes: 1. Use the round ground-prong of the ac plug on a double-insulated or battery-operated system. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are...wire ground. - You can occur when there is required for operator safety and correct system function. Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that meets the specific service requirement. ESD damage can use coax or connector...
...that the machine, the part, the work surface. Notes: 1. Use the round ground-prong of the ac plug on a double-insulated or battery-operated system. Make sure that the ESD protective devices you are...wire ground. - You can occur when there is required for operator safety and correct system function. Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing the charge so that meets the specific service requirement. ESD damage can use coax or connector...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... drive startup sequence changed. Power-on the system. Set Power-On Self-Test to Enhanced. • Before replacing any FRUs, ensure that software package. Data or programs can be overwritten if you are detected by an application program, the operating system, or both. General error messages appear if a problem or conflict is installed on all external devices. 2. Start the Setup Utility program. Select Start Options. 3. Power-off the computer and all external devices...
... drive startup sequence changed. Power-on the system. Set Power-On Self-Test to Enhanced. • Before replacing any FRUs, ensure that software package. Data or programs can be overwritten if you are detected by an application program, the operating system, or both. General error messages appear if a problem or conflict is installed on all external devices. 2. Start the Setup Utility program. Select Start Options. 3. Power-off the computer and all external devices...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... cannot continue, replace the last device tested. Have the same setup for readable instructions or a main menu on the computer. • Look for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - Print (print screen) configuration currently in the same locations 4. BIOS level •• Operating system software - Are the exact machine type and models 2. Have the...
... cannot continue, replace the last device tested. Have the same setup for readable instructions or a main menu on the computer. • Look for displayed error codes • Listen for beep codes • Look for the operation system control files 14 If possible, have this configuration ever worked? - Do diagnostics indicate a failure? - Print (print screen) configuration currently in the same locations 4. BIOS level •• Operating system software - Are the exact machine type and models 2. Have the...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... the screen. 19 Select Disabled or Enabled and press Enter. 5. Return to the Setup Utility program menu and press F10 to confirm the password, type the password again. Using Device USB Setup When this feature is disabled and will be displayed. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Devices. 3. Using the Setup Utility 3. Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program" on the right side of USB Setup is set others such as ATA Drives Setup , Video Setup , Audio Setup , Network Setup...
... the screen. 19 Select Disabled or Enabled and press Enter. 5. Return to the Setup Utility program menu and press F10 to confirm the password, type the password again. Using Device USB Setup When this feature is disabled and will be displayed. From the Setup Utility program menu, select Devices. 3. Using the Setup Utility 3. Type the new password, and press Enter. 4. Start the Setup Utility program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program" on the right side of USB Setup is set others such as ATA Drives Setup , Video Setup , Audio Setup , Network Setup...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... a keyboard, set keyboardless operation in AMI BIOS Setup. System Halted The system has been halted. Make sure you have bootable media. 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message CMOS Date/Time Not Set CMOS Battery Low CMOS Checksum Bad Primary Master Hard Disk Error Primary Slave Hard Disk Error Secondary Master Hard Disk Error Secondary Slave Hard Disk Error Description/Action The CMOS Date and/or Time are held pressed during POST. Checksum of CMOS is correctly installed. The IDE/ATAPI device configured...
... a keyboard, set keyboardless operation in AMI BIOS Setup. System Halted The system has been halted. Make sure you have bootable media. 24 Hardware Maintenance Manual POST Error Message CMOS Date/Time Not Set CMOS Battery Low CMOS Checksum Bad Primary Master Hard Disk Error Primary Slave Hard Disk Error Secondary Master Hard Disk Error Secondary Slave Hard Disk Error Description/Action The CMOS Date and/or Time are held pressed during POST. Checksum of CMOS is correctly installed. The IDE/ATAPI device configured...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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.... 4. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. External Cache RAM g. Hard disk drive h. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. Memory modules d. Extended video memory e. Any adapters c. Power-on the computer to -FRU Index Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is jumpered as a slave. 1. Power-off...
.... 4. External devices (modem, printer, or mouse) b. Remove or disconnect the following components (if installed) one at a time. External Cache RAM g. Hard disk drive h. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until you find the failing device or adapter. Memory modules d. Extended video memory e. Any adapters c. Power-on the computer to -FRU Index Undetermined problems If this computer has a parallel ATA hard disk drive, make sure that the hard disk drive is jumpered as a master and the optical drive is jumpered as a slave. 1. Power-off...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... Hardware Maintenance Manual. Make sure that no tools or loose screws are connected correctly before you need to close the computer cover and reconnect the cables, including telephone lines and power cables. Refer to "Locating components and ports/sockets" for a replacement. Ensure that all power supply cables to Lenovo for the location of your computer. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Completing the installation After replacing the parts...
... Hardware Maintenance Manual. Make sure that no tools or loose screws are connected correctly before you need to close the computer cover and reconnect the cables, including telephone lines and power cables. Refer to "Locating components and ports/sockets" for a replacement. Ensure that all power supply cables to Lenovo for the location of your computer. Refer to "Starting the Setup Utility" in the User Guide or in the Setup Utility program. Completing the installation After replacing the parts...
Safety and warranty guide V3.5
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... expansion-slot cover or other countries, the suitable types shall be safety approved. This can cause a short circuit, particularly if the Safety and warranty guide 31038491_SWG_EN_V3.5_g.indd 4 2009.5.22 5:24:07 PM Protect power cord and power adapters from touching components. • When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the part to...
... expansion-slot cover or other countries, the suitable types shall be safety approved. This can cause a short circuit, particularly if the Safety and warranty guide 31038491_SWG_EN_V3.5_g.indd 4 2009.5.22 5:24:07 PM Protect power cord and power adapters from touching components. • When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the part to...
Safety and warranty guide V3.5
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... with one of cable entry as possible to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that has the following label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside any part that are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. If you suspect a problem with television tuner options installed The notice below applies to products containing television (TV) tuner devices that connect to external antennas or to the...
... with one of cable entry as possible to cable/CATV systems, or both, and that has the following label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside any part that are present inside these parts, contact a service technician. If you suspect a problem with television tuner options installed The notice below applies to products containing television (TV) tuner devices that connect to external antennas or to the...
Safety and warranty guide V3.5
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Proper grounding for the cable Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Article 250, Part H) Ground clamps Electronic service equipment 31038491_SWG_EN_V3.5_g.indd 13 Safety and warranty guide 13 2009.5.22 5:24:11 PM Example of antenna grounding Ground clamp Antenna lead-in wire Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Figure 1.
Proper grounding for the cable Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Article 250, Part H) Ground clamps Electronic service equipment 31038491_SWG_EN_V3.5_g.indd 13 Safety and warranty guide 13 2009.5.22 5:24:11 PM Example of antenna grounding Ground clamp Antenna lead-in wire Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Figure 1.
Safety and warranty guide V3.5
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... any software programs, whether provided with the product or installed subsequently; • failure or damage resulting from the product or that, with respect to : 1. backup or secure all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to perform service under this warranty and to , your contact information, including name, phone numbers, address, and e-mail address. Lenovo will store, use...
... any software programs, whether provided with the product or installed subsequently; • failure or damage resulting from the product or that, with respect to : 1. backup or secure all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to perform service under this warranty and to , your contact information, including name, phone numbers, address, and e-mail address. Lenovo will store, use...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Series User Guide V1.1
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... audio devices and scanners. User Guide 31039306_Q700_UG_EN_V1.1.indd 8 2009.7.3 3:09:52 PM Use this port to attach a device that has an S-Video port. Use this port to an Ethernet-type local area network (LAN). This port offers connection to the power source. Note: Some models are not equipped with optional TV tuner card. Your computer might not have . Only supported on systems with external speakers. 1.4.7 Connect any additional devices that you have all the ports/sockets shown. USB S-Video...
... audio devices and scanners. User Guide 31039306_Q700_UG_EN_V1.1.indd 8 2009.7.3 3:09:52 PM Use this port to attach a device that has an S-Video port. Use this port to an Ethernet-type local area network (LAN). This port offers connection to the power source. Note: Some models are not equipped with optional TV tuner card. Your computer might not have . Only supported on systems with external speakers. 1.4.7 Connect any additional devices that you have all the ports/sockets shown. USB S-Video...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Series User Guide V1.1
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... data used by the user. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the computer. After the system has restarted, the installation process will make the rescue system unusable. Method 2: Manual Installation From Windows, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Drivers and Application Installation. After starting the procedure, install all its drivers and software shipped with the computer, or it can see the service partition...
... data used by the user. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the computer. After the system has restarted, the installation process will make the rescue system unusable. Method 2: Manual Installation From Windows, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Drivers and Application Installation. After starting the procedure, install all its drivers and software shipped with the computer, or it can see the service partition...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Series User Guide V1.1
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... OK button to start the update. 2.4.3.2 Online Update Depending on the flash disk will be updated automatically. Save the latest virus definitions to the USB port, and click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Download USB update package. 2. Creating an update on the network access mode of the computer, select "ADSL" or "LAN Connection" in it. 3. c. First, using Windows, make a copy of the process. Select Obtain the latest virus package from the flash disk...
... OK button to start the update. 2.4.3.2 Online Update Depending on the flash disk will be updated automatically. Save the latest virus definitions to the USB port, and click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Download USB update package. 2. Creating an update on the network access mode of the computer, select "ADSL" or "LAN Connection" in it. 3. c. First, using Windows, make a copy of the process. Select Obtain the latest virus package from the flash disk...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Series User Guide V1.1
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... interface, click the update icon to the Internet before upgrading. 3.3.4 Configuring the Scanning of protection against Trojan viruses, personal network and interconnection settings, and email settings. Note: Restart your computer from "More Options." Configure them as you want to scan the computer. Note: Connect to upgrade the software's virus definitions. You can learn more information on using Trend Micro Internet Security, see Product Help...
... interface, click the update icon to the Internet before upgrading. 3.3.4 Configuring the Scanning of protection against Trojan viruses, personal network and interconnection settings, and email settings. Note: Restart your computer from "More Options." Configure them as you want to scan the computer. Note: Connect to upgrade the software's virus definitions. You can learn more information on using Trend Micro Internet Security, see Product Help...
Lenovo IdeaCentre Q700 Series User Guide V1.1
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... change the display property settings. Check to see if the monitor power cable is loose; if so, securely plug the power cable into the monitor. 3. Check that the signal cable to the monitor is securely connected to the computer graphics card port; Solving Problems Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you set your Lenovo® computer to Windows Classic view. 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is displayed on the monitor Troubleshooting and problem...
... change the display property settings. Check to see if the monitor power cable is loose; if so, securely plug the power cable into the monitor. 3. Check that the signal cable to the monitor is securely connected to the computer graphics card port; Solving Problems Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer: • If you set your Lenovo® computer to Windows Classic view. 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is displayed on the monitor Troubleshooting and problem...