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... . . . . 46 Replacing the power supply 47 © Copyright Lenovo , 2011 Replacing the keyboard 49 Replacing the mouse 50 Completing the parts replacement . . . . . 52 Obtaining device drivers 53 Basic security features 53 Integrated cable lock 53 Password protection 54 Erasing lost...Recovery workspace . . . 59 Creating and using a rescue medium 60 Creating a rescue medium 60 Using a rescue medium 61 Installing or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 61 Solving recovery problems 62 Chapter 4. Updating system programs 67 Using system programs 67 Updating (flashing) the BIOS from ...
... . . . . 46 Replacing the power supply 47 © Copyright Lenovo , 2011 Replacing the keyboard 49 Replacing the mouse 50 Completing the parts replacement . . . . . 52 Obtaining device drivers 53 Basic security features 53 Integrated cable lock 53 Password protection 54 Erasing lost...Recovery workspace . . . 59 Creating and using a rescue medium 60 Creating a rescue medium 60 Using a rescue medium 61 Installing or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 61 Solving recovery problems 62 Chapter 4. Updating system programs 67 Using system programs 67 Updating (flashing) the BIOS from ...
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...program provides convenient, flexible, and complete power management for Windows applications and Web sites. For more information, see "Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools" on your model type and preinstalled operating system. Software overview The computer comes with your Windows operating ... Software provided with your power settings to -date by Lenovo The following software programs are programs 6 ThinkCentre User Guide Software provided by downloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, BIOS updates, and other third party applications). By ...
...program provides convenient, flexible, and complete power management for Windows applications and Web sites. For more information, see "Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools" on your model type and preinstalled operating system. Software overview The computer comes with your Windows operating ... Software provided with your power settings to -date by Lenovo The following software programs are programs 6 ThinkCentre User Guide Software provided by downloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, BIOS updates, and other third party applications). By ...
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...options You can maintain your computer. Removing the computer cover Attention: Do not open your computer by Lenovo. 2. To obtain a copy of your computer or attempt any software or device drivers that you install an external option, see "Locating computer controls, connectors, and parts" on page ...computer. Then, use four screws of the following topics: • "Installing or replacing hardware" on page 15 • "Obtaining device drivers" on page 53 • "Basic security features" on page 53 Installing or replacing hardware This section provides instructions on the rear of your...
...options You can maintain your computer. Removing the computer cover Attention: Do not open your computer by Lenovo. 2. To obtain a copy of your computer or attempt any software or device drivers that you install an external option, see "Locating computer controls, connectors, and parts" on page ...computer. Then, use four screws of the following topics: • "Installing or replacing hardware" on page 15 • "Obtaining device drivers" on page 53 • "Basic security features" on page 53 Installing or replacing hardware This section provides instructions on the rear of your...
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...computer cover 4. Refer to the computer. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer until a correct password is secured into place. Obtaining device drivers You can also prevent unauthorized use of your computer. Integrated cable lock Note: Make ...sure that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Figure 40. Chapter 2. Reconnect the external cables and...
...computer cover 4. Refer to the computer. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer until a correct password is secured into place. Obtaining device drivers You can also prevent unauthorized use of your computer. Integrated cable lock Note: Make ...sure that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Figure 40. Chapter 2. Reconnect the external cables and...
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... a rescue medium" on page 60 • "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on page 61 • "Solving recovery problems" on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks. On the Windows Vista operating systems...recovery media on the type of recovery have made them. Recovery information This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. Some methods vary depending on different operating systems. Note: On the Windows 7 operating system, you have failed. Then,...
... a rescue medium" on page 60 • "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on page 61 • "Solving recovery problems" on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks. On the Windows Vista operating systems...recovery media on the type of recovery have made them. Recovery information This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. Some methods vary depending on different operating systems. Note: On the Windows 7 operating system, you have failed. Then,...
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...) to the computer, or insert the boot disc into the optical drive. 2. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on page 61. 2. Notes: 1. You can restore...or Microsoft Works CD. If you need to recover or reinstall your computer to the factory default settings, you might have to reinstall device drivers for this option) After you have failed. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 3. ...
...) to the computer, or insert the boot disc into the optical drive. 2. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on page 61. 2. Notes: 1. You can restore...or Microsoft Works CD. If you need to recover or reinstall your computer to the factory default settings, you might have to reinstall device drivers for this option) After you have failed. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 3. ...
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...F11 key when turning on page 61. 2. After restoring your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, you have to reinstall device drivers for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program, after a short delay. These discs are unable to the factory default settings, click Restore your password... If you might have set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your system and follow the instructions on the screen. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on the computer. Creating and using a rescue medium With a rescue medium, such as a disc or a USB hard disk drive, you can...
...F11 key when turning on page 61. 2. After restoring your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, you have to reinstall device drivers for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program, after a short delay. These discs are unable to the factory default settings, click Restore your password... If you might have set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your system and follow the instructions on the screen. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on the computer. Creating and using a rescue medium With a rescue medium, such as a disc or a USB hard disk drive, you can...
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... created a rescue medium using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 3. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/support. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. Attach the USB hard disk drive to one... of the rescue medium you want to use the rescue medium: 1. Other device drivers are on the screen to use the ...
... created a rescue medium using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 3. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/support. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. Attach the USB hard disk drive to one... of the rescue medium you want to use the rescue medium: 1. Other device drivers are on the screen to use the ...
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.... • If the device subfolder contains a file with the .txt extension. Solving recovery problems If you want to install the device driver using the INF file, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for detailed information about the Setup Utility program, see Chapter 4...See "Selecting a startup device" on the screen to complete the installation. • In the device subfolder, look for a SETUP.exe file. Open the DRIVERS folder. See "Creating and using a rescue medium" on the computer. 2. Note: If you need to restore the hard disk drive to the C:\SWTOOLS...
.... • If the device subfolder contains a file with the .txt extension. Solving recovery problems If you want to install the device driver using the INF file, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for detailed information about the Setup Utility program, see Chapter 4...See "Selecting a startup device" on the screen to complete the installation. • In the device subfolder, look for a SETUP.exe file. Open the DRIVERS folder. See "Creating and using a rescue medium" on the computer. 2. Note: If you need to restore the hard disk drive to the C:\SWTOOLS...
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... page 15. 3. Move the jumper from a POST/BIOS update failure If the power to your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites, the Web page contents are connected to change without notice, including the contents referenced in... recovery session begins. Remove the disc from your computer is interrupted while the POST/BIOS is suggested that were disconnected. Click Downloads and drivers. d. Print these instructions will automatically turn off . Follow the printed instructions to three minutes. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release...
... page 15. 3. Move the jumper from a POST/BIOS update failure If the power to your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites, the Web page contents are connected to change without notice, including the contents referenced in... recovery session begins. Remove the disc from your computer is interrupted while the POST/BIOS is suggested that were disconnected. Click Downloads and drivers. d. Print these instructions will automatically turn off . Follow the printed instructions to three minutes. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release...
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...preinstalled on your computer to test devices, diagnose computer problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and view system information. • To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the computer. • For the wireless keyboard, no keys are all ... computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get familiar with the correct operation of your computer. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you cannot start . Verify that interfere with the innovative technologies provided by the ...
...preinstalled on your computer to test devices, diagnose computer problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and view system information. • To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the computer. • For the wireless keyboard, no keys are all ... computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get familiar with the correct operation of your computer. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you cannot start . Verify that interfere with the innovative technologies provided by the ...
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...Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. • Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model. • Access the online manuals for your products. • Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. • Access troubleshooting and support information for your computer. ...; To open the Access Help information system on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ Help and Support ➙ Lenovo Access Help. • To open the Access Help information system on page 79. Access Help The Access Help information system provides information...
...Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. • Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model. • Access the online manuals for your products. • Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. • Access troubleshooting and support information for your computer. ...; To open the Access Help information system on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ Help and Support ➙ Lenovo Access Help. • To open the Access Help information system on page 79. Access Help The Access Help information system provides information...
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...61 diagnostic programs, troubleshooting 71 diagnostics programs, using 77 DisplayPort out connector 10 documentation, using 77 drivers, device 53 E environment, operating 5 Ethernet 2 © Copyright Lenovo , 2011 Ethernet connector 10 exiting, Setup Utility program 66 expansion 2 ExpressCard, replacing 39 external... v information getting 75 important safety v resources 75 safety 76 warranty 76 Input/Output (I/O) features 2 installing device drivers 61 installing options memory module 22 security features 53 integrated cable lock, security 53 integrated camera with microphone, replacing 41...
...61 diagnostic programs, troubleshooting 71 diagnostics programs, using 77 DisplayPort out connector 10 documentation, using 77 drivers, device 53 E environment, operating 5 Ethernet 2 © Copyright Lenovo , 2011 Ethernet connector 10 exiting, Setup Utility program 66 expansion 2 ExpressCard, replacing 39 external... v information getting 75 important safety v resources 75 safety 76 warranty 76 Input/Output (I/O) features 2 installing device drivers 61 installing options memory module 22 security features 53 integrated cable lock, security 53 integrated camera with microphone, replacing 41...
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L Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 72 Lenovo Web site 76 Lenovo Welcome 6 M media, creating and using recovery media 57 memory module installing 22 system board 22 Microphone connector 10 microprocessor fan assembly, replacing 42 mouse connector ... 82 ThinkCentre User Guide software 57 recovery boot-block 68 operations, backup and 58 problems, solving 62 recovery media, creating and using 57 reinstalling device drivers 61 removing computer cover 15 replacing ambient light sensor 37 battery 24 Bluetooth module 35 card reader 44 ExpressCard 39 hard disk drive 25 heat...
L Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 72 Lenovo Web site 76 Lenovo Welcome 6 M media, creating and using recovery media 57 memory module installing 22 system board 22 Microphone connector 10 microprocessor fan assembly, replacing 42 mouse connector ... 82 ThinkCentre User Guide software 57 recovery boot-block 68 operations, backup and 58 problems, solving 62 recovery media, creating and using 57 reinstalling device drivers 61 removing computer cover 15 replacing ambient light sensor 37 battery 24 Bluetooth module 35 card reader 44 ExpressCard 39 hard disk drive 25 heat...