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... 33 Password protection 33 Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS 33 Chapter 3. 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 Specifications 3 ...information v Chapter 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.
... 33 Password protection 33 Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing CMOS 33 Chapter 3. 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 Specifications 3 ...information v Chapter 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.
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... card slot v One PCI Express x16 graphics card slot Power v 180-watt power supply 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) 2 User Guide
... card slot v One PCI Express x16 graphics card slot Power v 180-watt power supply 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) 2 User Guide
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... software programs are programs provided by downloading and installing software packages (TVT applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). Lenovo Welcome: The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built-in features of your power settings to... hard disk drive. See "Lenovo System Toolbox" on your model type and preinstalled operating system. Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is preinstalled on page 46 for your computer might vary depending on computers with your ThinkCentre® computer. Software programs ...
... software programs are programs provided by downloading and installing software packages (TVT applications, device drivers, BIOS flashes, and other third party applications). Lenovo Welcome: The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built-in features of your power settings to... hard disk drive. See "Lenovo System Toolbox" on your model type and preinstalled operating system. Note: The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is preinstalled on page 46 for your computer might vary depending on computers with your ThinkCentre® computer. Software programs ...
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Chapter 2. Handle memory modules, PCI cards, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. 2. Never touch any software or device drivers that come with the option. Notes: 1. For some external options, you , can expand the capabilities of your computer. Installing or replacing ... "Locating connectors on the computer cover or other unpainted metal surface on how to install or replace hardware for the option. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 13 Movement can install external options to making the physical connection. v Do not place the part on the rear of your computer by...
Chapter 2. Handle memory modules, PCI cards, system boards, and microprocessors by Lenovo. 2. Never touch any software or device drivers that come with the option. Notes: 1. For some external options, you , can expand the capabilities of your computer. Installing or replacing ... "Locating connectors on the computer cover or other unpainted metal surface on how to install or replace hardware for the option. © Copyright Lenovo 2009 13 Movement can install external options to making the physical connection. v Do not place the part on the rear of your computer by...
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..., can also prevent unauthorized use of lock used with the device-driver files. This is typed in readme files with many notebook computers. You can obtain device drivers for Kensington at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Installing security features There are several security options available ...locks, you prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer to open the computer cover. Obtaining device drivers You can order an integrated cable lock directly from Lenovo by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is the same type of your ...
..., can also prevent unauthorized use of lock used with the device-driver files. This is typed in readme files with many notebook computers. You can obtain device drivers for Kensington at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Installing security features There are several security options available ...locks, you prevent hardware theft and unauthorized access to your computer to open the computer cover. Obtaining device drivers You can order an integrated cable lock directly from Lenovo by a software lock that locks the keyboard until a correct password is the same type of your ...
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...reinstall some software programs or device drivers. Attention: When you might be deleted and replaced by the factory default settings. To use recovery media. Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Follow the instructions... on the computer. 2. Other device drivers are using a boot disc, select the optical drive as...
...reinstall some software programs or device drivers. Attention: When you might be deleted and replaced by the factory default settings. To use recovery media. Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder, there are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Follow the instructions... on the computer. 2. Other device drivers are using a boot disc, select the optical drive as...
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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. Chapter 3. Recovery information 37 v In the device subfolder, look for the detailed information about how 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. Follow the instructions to install the device driver.
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. Chapter 3. Recovery information 37 v In the device subfolder, look for the detailed information about how 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. Follow the instructions to install the device driver.
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...your operating system: 1. b. This is turned on and, immediately during startup, press Ctrl+Home. 4. Follow the printed instructions to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Turn the computer on . 2. The computer will automatically begin recovering the POST/BIOS, and you will see a screen indicating ...restart correctly. c. Click the BIOS update link. To update (flash) BIOS from your machine type and click Go. Click Downloads and drivers. Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure If the power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS is commonly called Boot-block ...
...your operating system: 1. b. This is turned on and, immediately during startup, press Ctrl+Home. 4. Follow the printed instructions to http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Turn the computer on . 2. The computer will automatically begin recovering the POST/BIOS, and you will see a screen indicating ...restart correctly. c. Click the BIOS update link. To update (flash) BIOS from your machine type and click Go. Click Downloads and drivers. Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure If the power to your computer is interrupted while POST/BIOS is commonly called Boot-block ...
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... stuck. See "PC-Doctor for DOS" on computers preinstalled with Windows 7 from http://www.lenovo.com/support. The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on page 47 for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. You will need the log files when you are unable to...
... stuck. See "PC-Doctor for DOS" on computers preinstalled with Windows 7 from http://www.lenovo.com/support. The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on page 47 for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. You will need the log files when you are unable to...
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v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. v Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. v Find a Service Provider located near you can also do the following services are available to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and "Notices," on page 55. If you suspect a...service During the warranty period, you . 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 country or region. v Purchase additional services, such as support for your...
v Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services. v Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. v Find a Service Provider located near you can also do the following services are available to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and "Notices," on page 55. If you suspect a...service During the warranty period, you . 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 country or region. v Purchase additional services, such as support for your...
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...or region is delivered through the method of service (such 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 BIOS as depot, carry-in certain countries might apply at ... Service and to view a list of the countries where service 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 provided with your computer when you to service all countries. Have ...
...or region is delivered through the method of service (such 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 BIOS as depot, carry-in certain countries might apply at ... Service and to view a list of the countries where service 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 provided with your computer when you to service all countries. Have ...
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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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General information This chapter provides general information that applies to http://www.lenovo.com/support/. You can find the following information: • CRU removal and installation instructions • Publications • Troubleshooting information • Parts information • Downloads and drivers • Links to other useful sources of information To access this information, go to...
General information This chapter provides general information that applies to http://www.lenovo.com/support/. You can find the following information: • CRU removal and installation instructions • Publications • Troubleshooting information • Parts information • Downloads and drivers • Links to other useful sources of information To access this information, go to...
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... that works through the Windows operating system and enables you can also download the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. To create a diagnostic disc, do the following : 1. Use any CD/DVD burning software... to create a diagnostic disc with the Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program, which you to view symptoms and solutions for DOS diagnostic program ...
... that works through the Windows operating system and enables you can also download the PC-Doctor for computer problems, access the Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. To create a diagnostic disc, do the following : 1. Use any CD/DVD burning software... to create a diagnostic disc with the Lenovo System Toolbox diagnostic program, which you to view symptoms and solutions for DOS diagnostic program ...
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...warning 005-198-XXX Video test aborted FRU/Action 1. System board 1. See Chapter 6 "Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information" on page 63 46 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual If a component is called out, make sure it is called out in warning statement 4. Video card, if installed 2. System... board 1. System board 1. Go to review the log file 2. System board 1. Video Ram 2. Video drivers update 3. Video card, if installed 4. Video card, if installed 4. Press F3 to "Undetermined problems" on page 37 2. Replace the component under test 1....
...warning 005-198-XXX Video test aborted FRU/Action 1. System board 1. See Chapter 6 "Diagnostics, Test and Recovery Information" on page 63 46 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual If a component is called out, make sure it is called out in warning statement 4. Video card, if installed 2. System... board 1. System board 1. Go to review the log file 2. System board 1. Video Ram 2. Video drivers update 3. Video card, if installed 4. Video card, if installed 4. Press F3 to "Undetermined problems" on page 37 2. Replace the component under test 1....
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...optical drive and press Enter. To update (flash) BIOS from the optical drive. 92 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual In the Enter a product number field, type your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are subject to change ...without notice, including the contents referenced in the Refine results field to easily locate all the BIOS related links. Click Downloads and drivers. c. Click the TXT...
...optical drive and press Enter. To update (flash) BIOS from the optical drive. 92 ThinkCentre Hardware Maintenance Manual In the Enter a product number field, type your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are subject to change ...without notice, including the contents referenced in the Refine results field to easily locate all the BIOS related links. Click Downloads and drivers. c. Click the TXT...
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...utilities that are pre-populated in Microsoft Windows operating system and are the same drivers that accompany the Rescue and Recovery program. Request drivers from external media (CD/DVD and USB): Non-Lenovo computer and devices (USB hard disk drive, CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW/RAM, ... recommendations in your computer is not supported, refer to the device manufacturer documentation for booting from your OEM. For supported Lenovo computers, required drivers are included with the command block specification in the section 2.0 Subclass code in the Rescue and Recovery environment are independent...
...utilities that are pre-populated in Microsoft Windows operating system and are the same drivers that accompany the Rescue and Recovery program. Request drivers from external media (CD/DVD and USB): Non-Lenovo computer and devices (USB hard disk drive, CD-R/RW, DVD-R/RW/RAM, ... recommendations in your computer is not supported, refer to the device manufacturer documentation for booting from your OEM. For supported Lenovo computers, required drivers are included with the command block specification in the section 2.0 Subclass code in the Rescue and Recovery environment are independent...
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... 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 the option of including and excluding individual components such as applications, device drivers or operating systems as part of the recovery process. Full restore Full restore deletes...
... 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 the option of including and excluding individual components such as applications, device drivers or operating systems as part of the recovery process. Full restore Full restore deletes...
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...you can save time and effort by defining the settings with manifest files. From a recovery standpoint, components are categorized as applications, device drivers, and the operating system. v Optional components are always installed upon recovery, and are contained in the correct Windows control files. v ...Guide For example, you can control the recovery options that are installed at the factory prior to the purchase of applications, device drivers, and operating systems. These components are in a custom packaged format and are not displayed to define the user name, organization and...
...you can save time and effort by defining the settings with manifest files. From a recovery standpoint, components are categorized as applications, device drivers, and the operating system. v Optional components are always installed upon recovery, and are contained in the correct Windows control files. v ...Guide For example, you can control the recovery options that are installed at the factory prior to the purchase of applications, device drivers, and operating systems. These components are in a custom packaged format and are not displayed to define the user name, organization and...