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...diskette . . . 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. Using the Setup Utility . . . ... on the system board . . . . . 11 Chapter 2. 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 Using other ...
...diskette . . . 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. Using the Setup Utility . . . ... on the system board . . . . . 11 Chapter 2. 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 Using other ...
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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 or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model ...
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 or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model ...
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...hard disk drive. A fingerprint reader keyboard is preinstalled on password, hard disk drive password, and Windows password. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get more information about ...on page 59 for Rescue and Recovery if you are programs provided by downloading and installing software packages (TVT applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). ThinkVantage System Update: The ThinkVantage System Update (TVSU) program helps you ...
...hard disk drive. A fingerprint reader keyboard is preinstalled on password, hard disk drive password, and Windows password. Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get more information about ...on page 59 for Rescue and Recovery if you are programs provided by downloading and installing software packages (TVT applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). ThinkVantage System Update: The ThinkVantage System Update (TVSU) program helps you ...
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For some external options, you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that came with your computer" on how to open the computer cover: 1. Opening the computer cover Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any ... cables attached to the computer. Remove any media from electrical outlets. 3. 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. 4. To open the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off all power cords from the drives, shut down your...
For some external options, you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that came with your computer" on how to open the computer cover: 1. Opening the computer cover Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any ... cables attached to the computer. Remove any media from electrical outlets. 3. 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. 4. To open the computer cover. CAUTION: Turn off all power cords from the drives, shut down your...
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...page 8. 7. Important Correctly route all power supply cables to your computer can obtain device drivers for operating systems that the cables are provided in . 38 User Guide Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer chassis. If a computer cover lock is typed in... readme files with the device-driver files. See "Locating connectors on page 49. Keep cables clear of the hinges and...
...page 8. 7. Important Correctly route all power supply cables to your computer can obtain device drivers for operating systems that the cables are provided in . 38 User Guide Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the computer chassis. If a computer cover lock is typed in... readme files with the device-driver files. See "Locating connectors on page 49. Keep cables clear of the hinges and...
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... place. Note: The recovery operations you can perform using recovery media Recovery media enable you get familiar with recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. There are a variety of methods to choose from which they are useful if you to create only one data medium, so... 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 the event of your computer v Reinstall the product v Modify the product using the Additional Files Creating and using...
... place. Note: The recovery operations you can perform using recovery media Recovery media enable you get familiar with recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. There are a variety of methods to choose from which they are useful if you to create only one data medium, so... 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 the event of your computer v Reinstall the product v Modify the product using the Additional Files Creating and using...
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When the Startup Device Menu window opens, release the F12 key. 4. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on page 47 for this option) 42 User Guide Insert the boot disc into your computer. 3. When the Startup Device Menu window opens, release the ... on the type of your recovery media, connect your boot medium (memory key or USB hard disk drive) to reinstall some software programs or device drivers. Restart your CD or DVD drive. 2. Depending on the type of your computer v On an attached external USB hard disk drive v On a network drive v On...
When the Startup Device Menu window opens, release the F12 key. 4. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on page 47 for this option) 42 User Guide Insert the boot disc into your computer. 3. When the Startup Device Menu window opens, release the ... on the type of your recovery media, connect your boot medium (memory key or USB hard disk drive) to reinstall some software programs or device drivers. Restart your CD or DVD drive. 2. Depending on the type of your computer v On an attached external USB hard disk drive v On a network drive v On...
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...This section provides instructions on how to create rescue media on different operating systems. v To create a rescue medium on how to reinstall device drivers for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program, after using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 3. From... the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. Click the Create Rescue Media icon. The Create Rescue and Recovery Media window opens. 2. In the ...
...This section provides instructions on how to create rescue media on different operating systems. v To create a rescue medium on how to reinstall device drivers for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program, after using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 3. From... the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. Click the Create Rescue Media icon. The Create Rescue and Recovery Media window opens. 2. In the ...
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... key while you hear beeps or see "Creating and using rescue media" on page 45. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are several subfolders named for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. v In the device subfolder, look for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. If the repair...
... key while you hear beeps or see "Creating and using rescue media" on page 45. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are several subfolders named for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. v In the device subfolder, look for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. If the repair...
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...such as printers, monitors, and external drives. 2. Follow the instructions on page 37. 9. Do the following procedure. Click Downloads and drivers. Reconnect any cables that impede access to the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper. 6. Go to complete the update. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery ...(flash update), your machine type: a. c. Follow the printed instructions to "Completing the parts replacement" on the screen to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Unplug all the BIOS related links. Remove any cables that contains the instructions for updating (flashing) BIOS from your ...
...such as printers, monitors, and external drives. 2. Follow the instructions on page 37. 9. Do the following procedure. Click Downloads and drivers. Reconnect any cables that impede access to the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper. 6. Go to complete the update. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery ...(flash update), your machine type: a. c. Follow the printed instructions to "Completing the parts replacement" on the screen to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Unplug all the BIOS related links. Remove any cables that contains the instructions for updating (flashing) BIOS from your ...
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... system. If you are unable to start ) Notes: 1. You can also download the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. The Lenovo System Toolbox also has problem determination aids that determine software and usage problems. PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery The PC...
... system. If you are unable to start ) Notes: 1. You can also download the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. The Lenovo System Toolbox also has problem determination aids that determine software and usage problems. PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery The PC...
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... information about getting started, doing basic tasks, customizing settings for your computer, and special offers. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer. v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. v To open the Access Help on ... you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer contains information on Windows 7, click Start → Help and Support → Lenovo Access Help. The ThinkVantage Productivity Center provides easy access to various technologies, such as support for hardware, operating systems, application...
... information about getting started, doing basic tasks, customizing settings for your computer, and special offers. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer. v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. v To open the Access Help on ... you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer contains information on Windows 7, click Start → Help and Support → Lenovo Access Help. The ThinkVantage Productivity Center provides easy access to various technologies, such as support for hardware, operating systems, application...
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...diagnostic programs, see the documentation that 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 service During the warranty period, you experience a problem with a set... 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 programs...
...diagnostic programs, see the documentation that 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 service During the warranty period, you experience a problem with a set... 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 programs...
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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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