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... . 46 Creating a recovery repair diskette . . . . . 46 Using a recovery repair diskette 46 Installing or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 47 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence . . 48 Solving recovery problems 48 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 57 Basic ...troubleshooting 57 Diagnostic programs 58 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 59 Lenovo System Toolbox 59 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 59 PC-Doctor for service 65 ...
... . 46 Creating a recovery repair diskette . . . . . 46 Using a recovery repair diskette 46 Installing or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 47 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence . . 48 Solving recovery problems 48 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 57 Basic ...troubleshooting 57 Diagnostic programs 58 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 59 Lenovo System Toolbox 59 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 59 PC-Doctor for service 65 ...
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... your computer following the publication of the operating system vendor. Software programs, preinstalled Your computer might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with preinstalled software programs. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows Vista Business, or Windows Vista Ultimate) Operating systems, certified...
... your computer following the publication of the operating system vendor. Software programs, preinstalled Your computer might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with preinstalled software programs. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows Vista Business, or Windows Vista Ultimate) Operating systems, certified...
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... and report operating-system-controlled settings that you can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. Lenovo System Toolbox The Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program is preinstalled on password, hard disk drive password, and Windows password. PC-Doctor ..., device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). It is a tool used to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-systemcontrolled settings that support this option. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you are programs provided by Lenovo, such as...
... and report operating-system-controlled settings that you can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. Lenovo System Toolbox The Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program is preinstalled on password, hard disk drive password, and Windows password. PC-Doctor ..., device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). It is a tool used to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-systemcontrolled settings that support this option. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you are programs provided by Lenovo, such as...
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...Unplug all attached devices and the computer. 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any software or device drivers that came with the option to help you must install additional software in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that are connected to...the "Important safety information" in addition to the computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 8 to identify the required connector, and then use the instructions that secures the computer cover. 14 ...
...Unplug all attached devices and the computer. 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any software or device drivers that came with the option to help you must install additional software in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that are connected to...the "Important safety information" in addition to the computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 8 to identify the required connector, and then use the instructions that secures the computer cover. 14 ...
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...computer" on page 49. In addition to physical locks, unauthorized use of your computer can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Installation instructions are available. If a computer cover lock is typed in readme files with ... a few days after the CRU arrives. Obtaining device drivers You can be prevented by a software lock that the cables are routed correctly before lowering the drive bay assembly. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer chassis. Installing security...
...computer" on page 49. In addition to physical locks, unauthorized use of your computer can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Installation instructions are available. If a computer cover lock is typed in readme files with ... a few days after the CRU arrives. Obtaining device drivers You can be prevented by a software lock that the cables are routed correctly before lowering the drive bay assembly. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer chassis. Installing security...
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... media are created. Creating recovery media This section provides instructions on Windows 7, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. This chapter explains when and how to the factory default settings. Then, follow the...Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace v Creating and using rescue media v Creating and using a recovery repair diskette v Installing or reinstalling device drivers v Setting a rescue device in a safe place. Then, follow the instructions on Windows Vista, click Start → All Programs →...
... media are created. Creating recovery media This section provides instructions on Windows 7, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. This chapter explains when and how to the factory default settings. Then, follow the...Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace v Creating and using rescue media v Creating and using a recovery repair diskette v Installing or reinstalling device drivers v Setting a rescue device in a safe place. Then, follow the instructions on Windows Vista, click Start → All Programs →...
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See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 47 for this option) 42 User Guide Depending on the type of your recovery media, connect your ...: Attention: When you use Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, do the following: Attention: When you might have to reinstall some software programs or device drivers. After a short delay, the Product Recovery program opens. 5. Select the CD or DVD drive as the startup device and press Enter.
See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on the screen. Follow the instructions on page 47 for this option) 42 User Guide Depending on the type of your recovery media, connect your ...: Attention: When you use Product Recovery discs on Windows XP, do the following: Attention: When you might have to reinstall some software programs or device drivers. After a short delay, the Product Recovery program opens. 5. Select the CD or DVD drive as the startup device and press Enter.
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...You can perform using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 3. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on Windows Vista or Windows XP, do the following : 1. These CDs are provided only with computers preinstalled with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works ... to create. You can also run the PC-Doctor for some devices. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. Click OK and follow the instructions on Windows 7, do the following : 1. v To create ...
...You can perform using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 3. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on Windows Vista or Windows XP, do the following : 1. These CDs are provided only with computers preinstalled with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works ... to create. You can also run the PC-Doctor for some devices. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. Click OK and follow the instructions on Windows 7, do the following : 1. v To create ...
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... screen, release the F11 key. Installing or reinstalling device drivers Before installing or reinstalling device drivers, make sure that contains the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Other device drivers are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Chapter 3. When you want to install the device driver using rescue media" on the software media that come...
... screen, release the F11 key. Installing or reinstalling device drivers Before installing or reinstalling device drivers, make sure that contains the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Other device drivers are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Chapter 3. When you want to install the device driver using rescue media" on the software media that come...
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Click Downloads and drivers. c. Click the TXT file that contains the instructions for updating (flashing) BIOS... to electrical outlets. Close the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are not on the computer and the monitor..., and open the computer cover. Updating (flashing) BIOS from a POST/BIOS update failure If power to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. In the Enter a product number field, type your computer might not restart correctly. e. Turn off...
Click Downloads and drivers. c. Click the TXT file that contains the instructions for updating (flashing) BIOS... to electrical outlets. Close the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are not on the computer and the monitor..., and open the computer cover. Updating (flashing) BIOS from a POST/BIOS update failure If power to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. In the Enter a product number field, type your computer might not restart correctly. e. Turn off...
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..., create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and review system information. You can also download the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program from Lenovo. Follow the instructions on the screen. The Lenovo System Toolbox also has problem determination aids ...and Diagnostics → Diagnostics. Use the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program is a diagnostic program that determine software and usage problems. PC...
..., create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and review system information. You can also download the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program from Lenovo. Follow the instructions on the screen. The Lenovo System Toolbox also has problem determination aids ...and Diagnostics → Diagnostics. Use the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program is a diagnostic program that determine software and usage problems. PC...
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... you through a few important setup tasks to find a particular word or phrase. Lenovo Welcome The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer. Read and understand all safety information before using this product. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for hardware, operating systems, application programs, network setup and...
... you through a few important setup tasks to find a particular word or phrase. Lenovo Welcome The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer. Read and understand all safety information before using this product. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for hardware, operating systems, application programs, network setup and...
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... non-warranted Lenovo parts v Identification of software problem sources v Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade v Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers v Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) v Installation and maintenance of application ...for service During the warranty period, you can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Calling for your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that are available during...
... non-warranted Lenovo parts v Identification of software problem sources v Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade v Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers v Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) v Installation and maintenance of application ...for service During the warranty period, you can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Calling for your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that are available during...
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...creating and using recovery media 41 CRU completing the installation 37 customer support center 65 D deleting password 50 device drivers 38 installing 47 reinstalling 47 devices, handling static-sensitive 13 diagnostics programs, using 65 diagnostics, troubleshooting 57 diskette..., creating and using a recovery repair 46 documentation, using 65 drivers, device 38 drives bays 21 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 drives (continued) internal 20 specifications 21 E environment, operating 4 Ethernet 1 Ethernet connector 9 exiting, ...
...creating and using recovery media 41 CRU completing the installation 37 customer support center 65 D deleting password 50 device drivers 38 installing 47 reinstalling 47 devices, handling static-sensitive 13 diagnostics programs, using 65 diagnostics, troubleshooting 57 diskette..., creating and using a recovery repair 46 documentation, using 65 drivers, device 38 drives bays 21 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 drives (continued) internal 20 specifications 21 E environment, operating 4 Ethernet 1 Ethernet connector 9 exiting, ...
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