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...61 Non-optical mouse 61 Chapter 7. Notices 67 iii 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 ... . . . 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. Contents Important safety information v Chapter 1. ...
...61 Non-optical mouse 61 Chapter 7. Notices 67 iii 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 ... . . . 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. Contents Important safety information v Chapter 1. ...
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... operating system vendor. Corrections and additions to this booklet. Chapter 1. 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...
... operating system vendor. Corrections and additions to this booklet. Chapter 1. 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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...keyboards enables you to -date by downloading and installing software packages (TVT applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems,... Rescue and Recovery if you should keep the software on computers preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo. Note: The Lenovo System Toolbox program is part of software that can cause hardware failures. As a result, fingerprint authentication can ...
...keyboards enables you to -date by downloading and installing software packages (TVT applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems,... Rescue and Recovery if you should keep the software on computers preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo. Note: The Lenovo System Toolbox program is part of software that can cause hardware failures. As a result, fingerprint authentication can ...
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... on the rear of your computer" on page 7 and "Locating connectors on the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 8. 4. Unplug all attached devices and the computer. 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any ... minutes to open the computer cover: 1. CAUTION: Turn off all power cords from the drives, shut down your computer. Remove any software or device drivers that secures the computer cover. 14 User Guide Remove any repair before opening the computer cover.
... on the rear of your computer" on page 7 and "Locating connectors on the rear of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on page 8. 4. Unplug all attached devices and the computer. 2. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any ... minutes to open the computer cover: 1. CAUTION: Turn off all power cords from the drives, shut down your computer. Remove any software or device drivers that secures the computer cover. 14 User Guide Remove any repair before opening the computer cover.
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... the return of the computer chassis. Ensure that are not preinstalled at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Installation instructions are provided in . 38 User Guide Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU). ... the computer. To update your computer" on page 49. Information about this will come with the device-driver files. Figure 31. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the locked position. Obtaining device drivers You can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is installed, lock...
... the return of the computer chassis. Ensure that are not preinstalled at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Installation instructions are provided in . 38 User Guide Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU). ... the computer. To update your computer" on page 49. Information about this will come with the device-driver files. Figure 31. Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the locked position. Obtaining device drivers You can be prevented by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is installed, lock...
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... Additional Files Creating and using recovery media Recovery media enable you can perform using a recovery repair diskette v Installing or reinstalling device drivers v Setting a rescue device in the event of recovery have failed. or hardware-related problem. Some methods vary depending on the ... transfer the computer to use the following purposes: v Restore the product preinstalled on Windows 7, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. Chapter 3. As a precautionary measure, it is important to create only one data medium, so ...
... Additional Files Creating and using recovery media Recovery media enable you can perform using a recovery repair diskette v Installing or reinstalling device drivers v Setting a rescue device in the event of recovery have failed. or hardware-related problem. Some methods vary depending on the ... transfer the computer to use the following purposes: v Restore the product preinstalled on Windows 7, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. Chapter 3. As a precautionary measure, it is important to create only one data medium, so ...
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... DVD drive as the startup device and press Enter. During the restore process, you might have to reinstall some software programs or device drivers. Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media on different operating systems. v To use recovery media on ...settings. Depending on Windows XP, do the following : Attention: When you to back up all your system. 6. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on the computer. v To use Product Recovery discs to restore the computer to the factory default settings on Windows 7 or Windows Vista, all...
... DVD drive as the startup device and press Enter. During the restore process, you might have to reinstall some software programs or device drivers. Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media on different operating systems. v To use recovery media on ...settings. Depending on Windows XP, do the following : Attention: When you to back up all your system. 6. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on the computer. v To use Product Recovery discs to restore the computer to the factory default settings on Windows 7 or Windows Vista, all...
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...rescue medium on Windows 7, do the following : 1. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on how to the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works. If you want to create. The ...rescue discs can also run the PC-Doctor for some devices. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2. Chapter 3. Creating rescue media This section provides ...
...rescue medium on Windows 7, do the following : 1. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on how to the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works. If you want to create. The ...rescue discs can also run the PC-Doctor for some devices. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2. Chapter 3. Creating rescue media This section provides ...
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... error message appears during the repair operation and the repair operation cannot be able to install the device driver. Use a rescue medium to the C:\SWTOOLS directory. 4. Other device drivers are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. v In the device subfolder, look for the detailed information about how to access the Windows...
... error message appears during the repair operation and the repair operation cannot be able to install the device driver. Use a rescue medium to the C:\SWTOOLS directory. 4. Other device drivers are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. v In the device subfolder, look for the detailed information about how to access the Windows...
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...parts on the system board" on the computer and the monitor. Refer to complete the update. Turn on page 11. 5. Click Downloads and drivers. Select BIOS in the machine type/model and then press Enter. 6. Access the system board. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the...page 14. 3. Refer to download, extract, and install the update. After the update session is being updated (flash update), your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to pin 2 and pin 3. 7. Updating (flashing) BIOS from the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the Web site, the...
...parts on the system board" on the computer and the monitor. Refer to complete the update. Turn on page 11. 5. Click Downloads and drivers. Select BIOS in the machine type/model and then press Enter. 6. Access the system board. Locate the Clear CMOS/Recovery jumper on the...page 14. 3. Refer to download, extract, and install the update. After the update session is being updated (flash update), your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to pin 2 and pin 3. 7. Updating (flashing) BIOS from the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2) to the Web site, the...
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...running the diagnostic program, refer to test devices, diagnose problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and review system information. Chapter 6. The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get more information...will need the log files when you are unable to view symptoms and solutions for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. Use the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery if you to start ) Notes: ...
...running the diagnostic program, refer to test devices, diagnose problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and review system information. Chapter 6. The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get more information...will need the log files when you are unable to view symptoms and solutions for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. Use the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery if you to start ) Notes: ...
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... on Windows Vista or Windows XP, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Access Help. Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) The Lenovo Web site provides up-to-date information and services to help you make a selection from the Contents tab or the... projectors, upgrades and accessories for your computer, and special offers. After you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model. 64 User Guide v Purchase additional services, such as : v Client Security Solution v Power Manager v ...
... on Windows Vista or Windows XP, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Access Help. Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) The Lenovo Web site provides up-to-date information and services to help you make a selection from the Contents tab or the... projectors, upgrades and accessories for your computer, and special offers. After you buy, upgrade, and maintain your computer. v Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model. 64 User Guide v Purchase additional services, such as : v Client Security Solution v Power Manager v ...
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... contains information about obtaining help and information by Lenovo or 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 ...including readme files and online help 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 or by telephone through the Customer Support Center. You can get ...
... contains information about obtaining help and information by Lenovo or 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 ...including readme files and online help 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 or by telephone through the Customer Support Center. You can get ...
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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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