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... folder 41 ThinkVantage Productivity Center 41 Access Help 42 Safety and Warranty 42 www.lenovo.com 42 Help and service 42 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs 43 Calling for the BIOS . . . 17 Using passwords 17 Password considerations 18 User Password 18 Administrator or... . . . . . 19 Selecting or changing the boot device sequence 19 Exiting from a POST/BIOS update failure . . . 22 Chapter 7. Notices 53 Television output notice 54 Trademarks 54 Index 55 © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Setting up your computer . . 5 Connecting your computer 5 Turning on computer power...
... folder 41 ThinkVantage Productivity Center 41 Access Help 42 Safety and Warranty 42 www.lenovo.com 42 Help and service 42 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs 43 Calling for the BIOS . . . 17 Using passwords 17 Password considerations 18 User Password 18 Administrator or... . . . . . 19 Selecting or changing the boot device sequence 19 Exiting from a POST/BIOS update failure . . . 22 Chapter 7. Notices 53 Television output notice 54 Trademarks 54 Index 55 © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Setting up your computer . . 5 Connecting your computer 5 Turning on computer power...
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.... v Chapter 9, "Getting information, help, and service," on page 5 provides information about where to recover from Lenovo. v Chapter 3, "Setting up your computer," on page 41 provides information about setting up data, recover software, and...BIOS update failure. v Chapter 7, "Troubleshooting and diagnostics," on page 3 provides information about the wide variety of light sources, air circulation, and electrical outlets. v v Chapter 2, "Arranging your computer. v Chapter 6, "Updating system programs," on page 53 provides notices and trademark information. © Lenovo...
.... v Chapter 9, "Getting information, help, and service," on page 5 provides information about where to recover from Lenovo. v Chapter 3, "Setting up your computer," on page 41 provides information about setting up data, recover software, and...BIOS update failure. v Chapter 7, "Troubleshooting and diagnostics," on page 3 provides information about the wide variety of light sources, air circulation, and electrical outlets. v v Chapter 2, "Arranging your computer. v Chapter 6, "Updating system programs," on page 53 provides notices and trademark information. © Lenovo...
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... internal speaker System management features v Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) v Wake on LAN® v Automatic power-on startup v System Management BIOS v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results Input/output features v 6 USB connectors (2 in front, 4 in rear) v Ethernet connector v VGA monitor connector...
... internal speaker System management features v Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) v Wake on LAN® v Automatic power-on startup v System Management BIOS v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results Input/output features v 6 USB connectors (2 in front, 4 in rear) v Ethernet connector v VGA monitor connector...
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... of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (some models) Security features v User and administrator passwords for BIOS access v Support for the addition of this booklet. The operating systems listed here are included. To determine if an operating system has... been certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by Lenovo as compatible with your computer 13 Chapter 3. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and...
... of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) v Keyboard with fingerprint reader (some models) Security features v User and administrator passwords for BIOS access v Support for the addition of this booklet. The operating systems listed here are included. To determine if an operating system has... been certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by Lenovo as compatible with your computer 13 Chapter 3. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and...
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... With a fingerprint reader, you keep updated are provided by Lenovo to help you would like to your fingerprint can replace passwords...one button recovery and restore solution that support this option. © Lenovo 2005, 2007. A fingerprint reader keyboard is a software program that... and associate it with a power-on your system current, by Lenovo, such as the Rescue and Recovery program and the Productivity Center program... the cost associated with your Windows operating system: Software provided by Lenovo The following software may vary depending on setting up , understand,...
... With a fingerprint reader, you keep updated are provided by Lenovo to help you would like to your fingerprint can replace passwords...one button recovery and restore solution that support this option. © Lenovo 2005, 2007. A fingerprint reader keyboard is a software program that... and associate it with a power-on your system current, by Lenovo, such as the Rescue and Recovery program and the Productivity Center program... the cost associated with your Windows operating system: Software provided by Lenovo The following software may vary depending on setting up , understand,...
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...Setup Utility program. The keys used to perform various tasks are available: v User Password v Administrator Password © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Changing the language setting for the BIOS, do the following: 1. Select the language in your password. The following steps: 1. b. Start the Setup Utility... program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program." Restart the computer for the change the language setting for the BIOS To change to your computer, regardless of each screen. Starting the Setup Utility program To start automatically when POST detects that ...
...Setup Utility program. The keys used to perform various tasks are available: v User Password v Administrator Password © Lenovo 2005, 2007. Changing the language setting for the BIOS, do the following: 1. Select the language in your password. The following steps: 1. b. Start the Setup Utility... program (see "Starting the Setup Utility program." Restart the computer for the change the language setting for the BIOS To change to your computer, regardless of each screen. Starting the Setup Utility program To start automatically when POST detects that ...
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...character machine type/model of software that translates instructions from http://www.lenovo.com to update (flash) the BIOS using a flash update diskette or by starting bootable CD image (known as flash memory). BIOS is included with the update files. System program updates are available ...as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support on . a. Updating system programs This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a diskette or CD-ROM This section...
...character machine type/model of software that translates instructions from http://www.lenovo.com to update (flash) the BIOS using a flash update diskette or by starting bootable CD image (known as flash memory). BIOS is included with the update files. System program updates are available ...as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support on . a. Updating system programs This chapter contains information about updating POST/BIOS and how to recover from a diskette or CD-ROM This section...
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...CMOS/Recovery jumper on the computer. Click Continue. Under the BIOS category, click the Flash BIOS update. This is required. Access the system board. b. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide. 3. Click...jumper from the operating system version). 3. e. Remove any attached devices, such as follows: a. Unplug all power cords from a POST/BIOS update failure If power to pins 2 and 3. 22 User Guide If this happens, perform the following procedure) is subject to change settings...
...CMOS/Recovery jumper on the computer. Click Continue. Under the BIOS category, click the Flash BIOS update. This is required. Access the system board. b. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your browser, type http://www.lenovo.com/support in the Hardware Installation and Replacement Guide. 3. Click...jumper from the operating system version). 3. e. Remove any attached devices, such as follows: a. Unplug all power cords from a POST/BIOS update failure If power to pins 2 and 3. 22 User Guide If this happens, perform the following procedure) is subject to change settings...
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Insert the POST/BIOS update (flash) diskette into drive A, and turn on the computer to its original position. 13. Repeat steps 2 through 5. 12. Turn on the computer and the ...
Insert the POST/BIOS update (flash) diskette into drive A, and turn on the computer to its original position. 13. Repeat steps 2 through 5. 12. Turn on the computer and the ...
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... discs, all files currently on the hard disk will be given the opportunity to save one or more information, see "Setting a rescue device in your BIOS startup sequence. Follow the instructions on the screen. Note: After restoring your hard disk to the original factory content, you might have to insert your...
... discs, all files currently on the hard disk will be given the opportunity to save one or more information, see "Setting a rescue device in your BIOS startup sequence. Follow the instructions on the screen. Note: After restoring your hard disk to the original factory content, you might have to insert your...
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Click OK. 4. It is important to start , you want to one of the following Web address: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do the following list explains how Product Recovery discs are using a CD, USB hard drive, or a second ...internal hard disk drive. 3. You can create rescue media using a second internal hard disk drive, set correctly in your BIOS startup sequence. To create a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following : 1. Chapter 8. To create rescue media, do the following : 1. In the Rescue Media area, ...
Click OK. 4. It is important to start , you want to one of the following Web address: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do the following list explains how Product Recovery discs are using a CD, USB hard drive, or a second ...internal hard disk drive. 3. You can create rescue media using a second internal hard disk drive, set correctly in your BIOS startup sequence. To create a Recovery Repair diskette, do the following : 1. Chapter 8. To create rescue media, do the following : 1. In the Rescue Media area, ...
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... problems If you are unable to create a Recovery Repair diskette, rescue media, and a set of Product Recovery discs as soon as a startup device in the BIOS startup sequence. It is to restore the hard disk to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment, you can: v Use your needs...
... problems If you are unable to create a Recovery Repair diskette, rescue media, and a set of Product Recovery discs as soon as a startup device in the BIOS startup sequence. It is to restore the hard disk to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment, you can: v Use your needs...
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...There might be at your computer when you can use of parts not manufactured for or 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 ...after a product has been sold. For a list of service. Have the following information available: v Machine type and model Chapter 9. Lenovo or your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that you can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and ...
...There might be at your computer when you can use of parts not manufactured for or 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 ...after a product has been sold. For a list of service. Have the following information available: v Machine type and model Chapter 9. Lenovo or your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that you can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and ...
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... 18 antivirus software, updating 11 arranging workspace 3 AT commands basic 45 extended 47 audio subsystem 12 B backup and recovery operations 34 basic trouble shooting 25 BIOS, updating (flashing) 21, 22 books folder, online 41 boot device sequence, changing 19 boot-block recovery 22 C cable lengths 4 changing boot device sequence 19 password... product recovery disc 33 customer support center 43 D deleting password 18 device drivers installing 38 recovering 38 diagnostic CD image 10, 28 creating 27 © Lenovo 2005, 2007.
... 18 antivirus software, updating 11 arranging workspace 3 AT commands basic 45 extended 47 audio subsystem 12 B backup and recovery operations 34 basic trouble shooting 25 BIOS, updating (flashing) 21, 22 books folder, online 41 boot device sequence, changing 19 boot-block recovery 22 C cable lengths 4 changing boot device sequence 19 password... product recovery disc 33 customer support center 43 D deleting password 18 device drivers installing 38 recovering 38 diagnostic CD image 10, 28 creating 27 © Lenovo 2005, 2007.
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input/output (I/O) features 12 installing device drivers 38 operating system 11 software 10 internal drives 12 introduction v L Lenovo web site 42 lighting, glare 3 M manual modem commands 45 media, creating and using rescue 36 memory 12 microprocessor 11 MNP/V.42... recovery disc, creating 33 productivity center, ThinkVantage 41 programs, updating system 21 purchasing additional services 44 R recovering device drivers 38 from a POST/BIOS update failure 22 software 33 recovery boot block 22 operations, backup and 34 problems, solving 39 repair diskette, creating and using 37 workspace, rescue...
input/output (I/O) features 12 installing device drivers 38 operating system 11 software 10 internal drives 12 introduction v L Lenovo web site 42 lighting, glare 3 M manual modem commands 45 media, creating and using rescue 36 memory 12 microprocessor 11 MNP/V.42... recovery disc, creating 33 productivity center, ThinkVantage 41 programs, updating system 21 purchasing additional services 44 R recovering device drivers 38 from a POST/BIOS update failure 22 software 33 recovery boot block 22 operations, backup and 34 problems, solving 39 repair diskette, creating and using 37 workspace, rescue...
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... 25 troubleshooting, basic 25 turning on power 9 U updating (flashing) BIOS 21 antivirus software 11 operating system 10 system programs 21 updating (flashing) BIOS 22 user, password 18 using diagnostic programs 43 documentation 43 other services 44... passwords 17 recovery repair diskette, creating and using 37 rescue media, creating and 36 Setup Utility 17 utility program, starting 17 V video subsystem 12 viewing and changing settings 17 voice, commands 50 W warranty information 42 web site, Lenovo...
... 25 troubleshooting, basic 25 turning on power 9 U updating (flashing) BIOS 21 antivirus software 11 operating system 10 system programs 21 updating (flashing) BIOS 22 user, password 18 using diagnostic programs 43 documentation 43 other services 44... passwords 17 recovery repair diskette, creating and using 37 rescue media, creating and 36 Setup Utility 17 utility program, starting 17 V video subsystem 12 viewing and changing settings 17 voice, commands 50 W warranty information 42 web site, Lenovo...