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...) problems 31 Fingerprint reader problems . . . . . 33 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 Startup problems 33 Chapter 4. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs 67 Appendix C. Notices ...and drives properly 6 Be sure not to modify your computer display . . . . 8 Chapter 3. Features and Specifications 69 Features 69 Specifications 70 Appendix D. Getting help and service . . . 55 Getting help and service 55 ... drive 41 Replacing memory 48 Chapter 6. Warranty information . . . . 63 Types of your ThinkPad computer 5 Important tips 5 Be careful about where and how you work 5 Be gentle with...
...) problems 31 Fingerprint reader problems . . . . . 33 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 Startup problems 33 Chapter 4. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs 67 Appendix C. Notices ...and drives properly 6 Be sure not to modify your computer display . . . . 8 Chapter 3. Features and Specifications 69 Features 69 Specifications 70 Appendix D. Getting help and service . . . 55 Getting help and service 55 ... drive 41 Replacing memory 48 Chapter 6. Warranty information . . . . 63 Types of your ThinkPad computer 5 Important tips 5 Be careful about where and how you work 5 Be gentle with...
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... Warranty Guide includes general safety instructions and complete Lenovo™ Limited Warranty. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 Under Quick Links in this Guide applies only to problems that provides answers to configure preloaded features and tools, or solve problems. To open Access... Help, do either of your questions about caring for first-time users. Click Access Help. It includes a few tips for your ThinkPad...
... Warranty Guide includes general safety instructions and complete Lenovo™ Limited Warranty. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 1 Under Quick Links in this Guide applies only to problems that provides answers to configure preloaded features and tools, or solve problems. To open Access... Help, do either of your questions about caring for first-time users. Click Access Help. It includes a few tips for your ThinkPad...
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...with the ThinkVantage button The blue ThinkVantage button can also use . The ThinkPad computer complies with the local RF regulations. Press the ThinkVantage button to open the ThinkVantage Productivity Center (or Lenovo Care) and get access to informative illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions... and use the wireless features of your computer and start the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace, which runs independently of the Windows® operating system and is hidden from it is working normally, and even when it . 2 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide
...with the ThinkVantage button The blue ThinkVantage button can also use . The ThinkPad computer complies with the local RF regulations. Press the ThinkVantage button to open the ThinkVantage Productivity Center (or Lenovo Care) and get access to informative illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions... and use the wireless features of your computer and start the Rescue and Recovery™ workspace, which runs independently of the Windows® operating system and is hidden from it is working normally, and even when it . 2 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide
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...describes methods of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "This guide and other publications" on your system is running and Access Help is inaccessible. For an explanation of troubleshooting for my ThinkPad computer? Frequently asked questions This section lists frequently... Lenovo 2008 11 See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for removing or replacing components. See the Appendix B, "Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)," on page 5 of Access Help: v Preventing problems v Troubleshooting What are the recovery discs? Where are the main hardware features of...
...describes methods of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "This guide and other publications" on your system is running and Access Help is inaccessible. For an explanation of troubleshooting for my ThinkPad computer? Frequently asked questions This section lists frequently... Lenovo 2008 11 See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for removing or replacing components. See the Appendix B, "Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)," on page 5 of Access Help: v Preventing problems v Troubleshooting What are the recovery discs? Where are the main hardware features of...
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See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for detailed warranty information. v Security: Set security features. When the ThinkPad logo comes up your computer. Using the cursor keys, move to an item you are protected by the supervisor password. If you want is ... When the item you reach the BIOS Setup Utility menu. Press F3 or Esc to load the default settings or discard the changes. 12 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Entering the BIOS Setup Utility Your computer provides a program, called BIOS Setup Utility, that are in the Restart submenu to...
See the separate Safety and Warranty Guide for detailed warranty information. v Security: Set security features. When the ThinkPad logo comes up your computer. Using the cursor keys, move to an item you are protected by the supervisor password. If you want is ... When the item you reach the BIOS Setup Utility menu. Press F3 or Esc to load the default settings or discard the changes. 12 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Entering the BIOS Setup Utility Your computer provides a program, called BIOS Setup Utility, that are in the Restart submenu to...
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...If you added a memory module just before turning the computer on, reinstall it . Message Solution 01C9: More than one Your ThinkPad computer has a built-in Ethernet feature, and Ethernet devices are no objects placed on the keyboard, or if you have one device such as the date and ... as a Mini-PCI Ethernet Card or an Ethernet of them. If this does not solve the problem, have the computer serviced. 16 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Make sure that the external keyboard is connected, do the following: v Turn off all attached devices. If you added...
...If you added a memory module just before turning the computer on, reinstall it . Message Solution 01C9: More than one Your ThinkPad computer has a built-in Ethernet feature, and Ethernet devices are no objects placed on the keyboard, or if you have one device such as the date and ... as a Mini-PCI Ethernet Card or an Ethernet of them. If this does not solve the problem, have the computer serviced. 16 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Make sure that the external keyboard is connected, do the following: v Turn off all attached devices. If you added...
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... storage media such as a worm or virus. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 35 For more information about using Rescue and Recovery features, see "Problem solving" in Access Help. Solid state drive (SSD) With Lenovo technologies advancing to take backups at designated intervals. For more information... v Troubleshoot and diagnose problems using the Internet and link to be lighter, smaller and faster. v Communicate using diagnostics. When the ThinkPad logo comes up your system is not running properly, use Rescue and Recovery to help solve or identify your system a recovery starting ...
... storage media such as a worm or virus. © Copyright Lenovo 2008 35 For more information about using Rescue and Recovery features, see "Problem solving" in Access Help. Solid state drive (SSD) With Lenovo technologies advancing to take backups at designated intervals. For more information... v Troubleshoot and diagnose problems using the Internet and link to be lighter, smaller and faster. v Communicate using diagnostics. When the ThinkPad logo comes up your system is not running properly, use Rescue and Recovery to help solve or identify your system a recovery starting ...
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... headphone jack v Microphone jack v 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors v IEEE 1394 connector v RJ11 Modem connector v RJ45 Ethernet connector v Serial Ultrabay Enhanced v Docking connector © Copyright Lenovo 2008 69 External monitor: Up to 2048-by -1050 - Features and Specifications Features Processor v See the system properties of your computer. Appendix C.
... headphone jack v Microphone jack v 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors v IEEE 1394 connector v RJ11 Modem connector v RJ45 Ethernet connector v Serial Ultrabay Enhanced v Docking connector © Copyright Lenovo 2008 69 External monitor: Up to 2048-by -1050 - Features and Specifications Features Processor v See the system properties of your computer. Appendix C.
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... v Express Card and Smart Card Optical drive v Combo, Multi-Burner, or Blu-ray drive, depending on the model Wireless features v Integrated wireless LAN v Integrated Bluetooth v Integrated wireless USB Digital media reader v 7-in-1 digital media reader slot (on some models) Security... features v Fingerprint reader (on some models) Specifications Size v Width: 358.5 mm (14.1 inch) v Depth: 260.0 mm (10.2 inch) v Height: 36.4 to 38.5 mm (1.43 inch to 95% 70 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide
... v Express Card and Smart Card Optical drive v Combo, Multi-Burner, or Blu-ray drive, depending on the model Wireless features v Integrated wireless LAN v Integrated Bluetooth v Integrated wireless USB Digital media reader v 7-in-1 digital media reader slot (on some models) Security... features v Fingerprint reader (on some models) Specifications Size v Width: 358.5 mm (14.1 inch) v Depth: 260.0 mm (10.2 inch) v Height: 36.4 to 38.5 mm (1.43 inch to 95% 70 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide
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Nominal voltage: 10.8 V DC - Appendix C. Features and Specifications 71 Heat output v 65 W (222 Btu/hr) maximum or 90W (307 Btu/hr) maximum (depending on the task bar. Capacity: 4.8 AH or 7.8 AH, depending on the model Battery life v For percentage of remaining battery power, see the Power Manager Gauge on the model) Power source (AC adapter) v Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz v Input rating of the AC adapter: 100-240 V AC, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack v Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack -
Nominal voltage: 10.8 V DC - Appendix C. Features and Specifications 71 Heat output v 65 W (222 Btu/hr) maximum or 90W (307 Btu/hr) maximum (depending on the task bar. Capacity: 4.8 AH or 7.8 AH, depending on the model Battery life v For percentage of remaining battery power, see the Power Manager Gauge on the model) Power source (AC adapter) v Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz v Input rating of the AC adapter: 100-240 V AC, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack v Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack -
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... persons. Building One Morrisville, NC 27560 U.S.A. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is the user's responsibility to these changes will be used instead. Lenovo may be used . All © Copyright Lenovo 2008 73 Notices Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this publication at any license to evaluate...
... persons. Building One Morrisville, NC 27560 U.S.A. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is the user's responsibility to these changes will be used instead. Lenovo may be used . All © Copyright Lenovo 2008 73 Notices Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this publication at any license to evaluate...
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...2717, 2718, 2719, 2720, 2731, 2732, 2733, 2734, 2735, 2736, 2737 By using ENERGY STAR qualified products and taking advantage of the power-management features of your computer, you can contribute to potential financial savings, a cleaner environment, and the reduction of time: 78 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Lenovo... computers of the following power-management features to take effect when your day-to-day operations. To help reduce...
...2717, 2718, 2719, 2720, 2731, 2732, 2733, 2734, 2735, 2736, 2737 By using ENERGY STAR qualified products and taking advantage of the power-management features of your computer, you can contribute to potential financial savings, a cleaner environment, and the reduction of time: 78 ThinkPad® R500 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Lenovo... computers of the following power-management features to take effect when your day-to-day operations. To help reduce...
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...system 14 diagnosing problems 13 drives handling 6 E error messages troubleshooting 15 F factory contents restoring 36 features hardware 69 features and specifications 69 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 finding information 1 fingerprint reader caring for 7 troubleshooting 33 frequently asked questions 11 H hard ... packing material 5 password setting 7 troubleshooting 23 PC-Doctor 13, 14 for Windows 13 pointing device troubleshooting 24 product features 69 product specifications 70 product warranty 63 International Warranty Service 57 Productivity Center 2 publication guide 1 R recovering data 37...
...system 14 diagnosing problems 13 drives handling 6 E error messages troubleshooting 15 F factory contents restoring 36 features hardware 69 features and specifications 69 © Copyright Lenovo 2008 finding information 1 fingerprint reader caring for 7 troubleshooting 33 frequently asked questions 11 H hard ... packing material 5 password setting 7 troubleshooting 23 PC-Doctor 13, 14 for Windows 13 pointing device troubleshooting 24 product features 69 product specifications 70 product warranty 63 International Warranty Service 57 Productivity Center 2 publication guide 1 R recovering data 37...