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... Recovery information . . . 35 Creating and using recovery media 35 Creating recovery media 35 Using recovery media 36 Installing or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 36 Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility . . . 39 Starting the Setup Utility program 39 Viewing and ... board . . . . . 10 Internal drives 10 Chapter 2. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 45 Basic troubleshooting 45 Diagnostic programs 46 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 46 Lenovo System Toolbox 46 PC-Doctor for service 52 Using other services 53 Purchasing additional services 54 Appendix. Product overview 1 Features 1...
... Recovery information . . . 35 Creating and using recovery media 35 Creating recovery media 35 Using recovery media 36 Installing or reinstalling device drivers . . . . . 36 Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility . . . 39 Starting the Setup Utility program 39 Viewing and ... board . . . . . 10 Internal drives 10 Chapter 2. Troubleshooting and diagnostics 45 Basic troubleshooting 45 Diagnostic programs 46 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 46 Lenovo System Toolbox 46 PC-Doctor for service 52 Using other services 53 Purchasing additional services 54 Appendix. Product overview 1 Features 1...
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... Serial Port Ring Detect for BIOS access Software programs, preinstalled Your computer might come with preinstalled software programs. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are included. For more information, see "Software overview" on the rear panel (audio line-in Windows...
... Serial Port Ring Detect for BIOS access Software programs, preinstalled Your computer might come with preinstalled software programs. If it does, an operating system, device drivers to support built-in features, and other support programs are included. For more information, see "Software overview" on the rear panel (audio line-in Windows...
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... for more easily and securely. Software programs provided with Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo. For more information about your ThinkCentre® computer. Note: The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on your computer might vary depending on page 51....Windows operating system 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 to restore the contents of your computer. Some examples of...
... for more easily and securely. Software programs provided with Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo. For more information about your ThinkCentre® computer. Note: The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on your computer might vary depending on page 51....Windows operating system 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 to restore the contents of your computer. Some examples of...
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...additional software in the package and your computer. Never touch any software or device drivers that come with the option to install or replace hardware for the option. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 13 This reduces static electricity in addition to identify the required connector. When... Do not place the part on page 7 to making the physical connection. Handle memory modules, PCI cards, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. 2. When installing or replacing an option, use the instructions that come with the option. v Always handle parts and other metal surface. ...
...additional software in the package and your computer. Never touch any software or device drivers that come with the option to install or replace hardware for the option. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 13 This reduces static electricity in addition to identify the required connector. When... Do not place the part on page 7 to making the physical connection. Handle memory modules, PCI cards, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. 2. When installing or replacing an option, use the instructions that come with the option. v Always handle parts and other metal surface. ...
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... non-permanent fixture. See Figure 27. You can order an integrated cable lock directly from Lenovo by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is operated with the device-driver files. In addition to physical locks, you can also prevent unauthorized use of your computer...that are several security options available to help you prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer. Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Figure 27. The cable lock attaches to a security slot at http://www...
... non-permanent fixture. See Figure 27. You can order an integrated cable lock directly from Lenovo by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is operated with the device-driver files. In addition to physical locks, you can also prevent unauthorized use of your computer...that are several security options available to help you prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer. Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Figure 27. The cable lock attaches to a security slot at http://www...
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...sure that come with the .txt extension. Other device drivers are on the type of your recovery media, select the desired startup device and press Enter. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Attention: When you have a preinstalled... operating system and the documentation and software media for various devices installed in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS subdirectory on the hard disk drive ...
...sure that come with the .txt extension. Other device drivers are on the type of your recovery media, select the desired startup device and press Enter. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Attention: When you have a preinstalled... operating system and the documentation and software media for various devices installed in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS subdirectory on the hard disk drive ...
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v If the device subfolder contains a file with the .inf extension and you want to install the device driver using the INF file, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for a SETUP.EXE file. v In the device subfolder, look for the detailed information about how to install the device driver. Chapter 3. Recovery information 37 Follow the instructions to install the device driver. The TXT file contains information about how to complete the installation. Double-click the file and follow the instructions on the screen. WIN98.txt.
v If the device subfolder contains a file with the .inf extension and you want to install the device driver using the INF file, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for a SETUP.EXE file. v In the device subfolder, look for the detailed information about how to install the device driver. Chapter 3. Recovery information 37 Follow the instructions to install the device driver. The TXT file contains information about how to complete the installation. Double-click the file and follow the instructions on the screen. WIN98.txt.
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... constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are not on the screen after the download begins. 4. Click Downloads and drivers. Print these instructions. Turn the computer off. 3. In the Enter a product number field, type your computer might not restart correctly....Go. Remove the POST/BIOS update (flash update) disc from your operating system: 1. d. If this happens, perform the following to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. To update (flash) BIOS from your operating system. 3. Insert the POST/BIOS update (flash update) disc into the optical drive...
... constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are not on the screen after the download begins. 4. Click Downloads and drivers. Print these instructions. Turn the computer off. 3. In the Enter a product number field, type your computer might not restart correctly....Go. Remove the POST/BIOS update (flash update) disc from your operating system: 1. d. If this happens, perform the following to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. To update (flash) BIOS from your operating system. 3. Insert the POST/BIOS update (flash update) disc into the optical drive...
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...computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on the screen. To run the Lenovo System Toolbox program, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Depending on...preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows XP from http://www.lenovo.com/support. You will need the log files when you to test devices, diagnose problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and review system information. You can use when you...
...computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on the screen. To run the Lenovo System Toolbox program, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Depending on...preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows XP from http://www.lenovo.com/support. You will need the log files when you to test devices, diagnose problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and review system information. You can use when you...
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... to help and service. v Access the online manuals for your computer, and special offers. v Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. Most computers come with a set of service. v Purchase additional services, such as support for your...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 service During the warranty period, you troubleshoot...following services are available to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and "Notices," on page 45.
... to help and service. v Access the online manuals for your computer, and special offers. v Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. Most computers come with a set of service. v Purchase additional services, such as support for your...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 service During the warranty period, you troubleshoot...following services are available to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and "Notices," on page 45.
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... 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 or questions related to http://www.lenovo.com/support, click Warranty, and follow the instructions on -site service) that is ...available, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support and click Support phone list or refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that is sold . For a list of warranty terms. You must retain your ...
... 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 or questions related to http://www.lenovo.com/support, click Warranty, and follow the instructions on -site service) that is ...available, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support and click Support phone list or refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that is sold . For a list of warranty terms. You must retain your ...
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..., using 52 diagnostics, troubleshooting 45 documentation, using 52 drivers, device 32 drives internal 10 E environment, operating 3 Ethernet 1 Ethernet connector 8 exiting, Setup Utility 42 expansion 2 external options, installing 13 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 F failure, recovering from POST/BIOS update 44 features...information getting 51 important safety v resources 51 safety 51 warranty 51 Input/Output (I/O) features 2 installing device drivers 36 installing options security features 32 installing, replacing memory module 19 PCI card 17 internal drives 10 internal drives 1 K keyboard...
..., using 52 diagnostics, troubleshooting 45 documentation, using 52 drivers, device 32 drives internal 10 E environment, operating 3 Ethernet 1 Ethernet connector 8 exiting, Setup Utility 42 expansion 2 external options, installing 13 © Copyright Lenovo 2009 F failure, recovering from POST/BIOS update 44 features...information getting 51 important safety v resources 51 safety 51 warranty 51 Input/Output (I/O) features 2 installing device drivers 36 installing options security features 32 installing, replacing memory module 19 PCI card 17 internal drives 10 internal drives 1 K keyboard...
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... 54 R rear connectors 7 recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure 44 software 35 recovery Boot-block Recovery 44 recovery media, creating and using 35 reinstalling device drivers 36 removing computer cover 14 removing, reinstalling front bezel 15 replacing battery 21 hard disk drive 26 58 User Guide replacing (continued) heat sink and...
... 54 R rear connectors 7 recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure 44 software 35 recovery Boot-block Recovery 44 recovery media, creating and using 35 reinstalling device drivers 36 removing computer cover 14 removing, reinstalling front bezel 15 replacing battery 21 hard disk drive 26 58 User Guide replacing (continued) heat sink and...
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... to all machine types supported by this information, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/. Chapter 3. You can find the following information: • CRU removal and installation instructions • Publications • Troubleshooting information • Parts information • Downloads and drivers • Links to -date information for your computer is available from the...
... to all machine types supported by this information, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/. Chapter 3. You can find the following information: • CRU removal and installation instructions • Publications • Troubleshooting information • Parts information • Downloads and drivers • Links to -date information for your computer is available from the...
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... disc that works through the Windows operating system and enables you created, do the following : © Copyright Lenovo 2009, 2010 33 You can also download the latest version of your computer and report operating-system-controlled settings that...Lenovo System Toolbox The Lenovo System Toolbox is preinstalled with the ISO image. Use the PC-Doctor for DOS if you are unable to create a diagnostic disc with the Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program, which you can also download the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers...
... disc that works through the Windows operating system and enables you created, do the following : © Copyright Lenovo 2009, 2010 33 You can also download the latest version of your computer and report operating-system-controlled settings that...Lenovo System Toolbox The Lenovo System Toolbox is preinstalled with the ISO image. Use the PC-Doctor for DOS if you are unable to create a diagnostic disc with the Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program, which you can also download the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers...
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... if installed 2. System board 1. See Chapter 6 "Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information" on page 37 2. System board 1. Video card, if installed 2. Video drivers update 3. Monitor 3. Video card, if installed 4. See Chapter 6 "Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information" on page 37 2. If a component is called out,... to review the log file 2. Video card, if installed 4. See "Flash update procedures" on page 63 46 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual System board 1. System board 1. Video card, if installed 2. Video card, if installed 2. System board 1. Re-run test 3.
... if installed 2. System board 1. See Chapter 6 "Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information" on page 37 2. System board 1. Video card, if installed 2. Video drivers update 3. Monitor 3. Video card, if installed 4. See Chapter 6 "Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information" on page 37 2. If a component is called out,... to review the log file 2. Video card, if installed 4. See "Flash update procedures" on page 63 46 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual System board 1. System board 1. Video card, if installed 2. Video card, if installed 2. System board 1. Re-run test 3.
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Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc This section provides instructions on how to update (flash) BIOS from the optical drive. 92 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. The update begins. 5. Go to locate the downloadable... http://www.lenovo.com/support To update (flash) BIOS from the optical drive. Click the TXT file that the recovery has started. After the recovery session completes, the computer restarts automatically. 5. After the update is completed, remove the disc from a disc: 1. Click Downloads and drivers. Click the...
Updating (flashing) BIOS from a disc This section provides instructions on how to update (flash) BIOS from the optical drive. 92 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. The update begins. 5. Go to locate the downloadable... http://www.lenovo.com/support To update (flash) BIOS from the optical drive. Click the TXT file that the recovery has started. After the recovery session completes, the computer restarts automatically. 5. After the update is completed, remove the disc from a disc: 1. Click Downloads and drivers. Click the...
(English) Rescue and Recovery 4.3 Deployment Guide
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...Recovery program. For additional information see the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/thinkvantage Network adapters for instructions to recommendations in "Scenario 2 - Request drivers from the command line using the /a parameter: Chapter 2. Network device drivers included in the Rescue and Recovery environment...components of an application or product to a network for use by a workgroup or for customization. For supported Lenovo computers, required drivers are independent of 8 MB can be configured according to add support for booting from external media (CD/DVD and USB...
...Recovery program. For additional information see the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/thinkvantage Network adapters for instructions to recommendations in "Scenario 2 - Request drivers from the command line using the /a parameter: Chapter 2. Network device drivers included in the Rescue and Recovery environment...components of an application or product to a network for use by a workgroup or for customization. For supported Lenovo computers, required drivers are independent of 8 MB can be configured according to add support for booting from external media (CD/DVD and USB...
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...the selected backup. Select the backup file that you have during this custom recovery method through the Rescue and Recovery program and the Lenovo Base Software Selector programs. By performing a custom recovery, users have a shared folder at the time of available drives. For example,... of recovery has failed. e. Also, if you have the option of including and excluding individual components such as applications, device drivers or operating systems as part of the Rescue and Recovery program, custom recovery technology has been added to accomplish custom recovery and ...
...the selected backup. Select the backup file that you have during this custom recovery method through the Rescue and Recovery program and the Lenovo Base Software Selector programs. By performing a custom recovery, users have a shared folder at the time of available drives. For example,... of recovery has failed. e. Also, if you have the option of including and excluding individual components such as applications, device drivers or operating systems as part of the Rescue and Recovery program, custom recovery technology has been added to accomplish custom recovery and ...
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Factory components are categorized as applications, device drivers, and the operating system. Using the Base Software Administrator program, you can create a personalization file to a users computer; From a recovery standpoint...perform: v Full factory recovery only v Custom factory recovery only v Either a full factory recovery or a custom factory recovery Components consist of applications, device drivers, and operating systems. These components are in the service partition of the computer. Personalization files: Personalization files are contained in a custom packaged format and ...
Factory components are categorized as applications, device drivers, and the operating system. Using the Base Software Administrator program, you can create a personalization file to a users computer; From a recovery standpoint...perform: v Full factory recovery only v Custom factory recovery only v Either a full factory recovery or a custom factory recovery Components consist of applications, device drivers, and operating systems. These components are in the service partition of the computer. Personalization files: Personalization files are contained in a custom packaged format and ...