Lenovo Z61t, Z61e, Z61m warranty Getting help and service

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Getting help and service

vLenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.

vEngineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your hardware.

The following items are not covered:

vReplacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts

Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in the format

FRU XXXXXXX

vIdentification of software problem sources

vConfiguration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade

vChanges, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers

vInstallation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS)

vInstallation and maintenance of application programs

To determine if your machine is in warranty and when the warranty expires, go to www.lenovo.com/think/support, and click Warranty, then follow the instructions on the screen.

Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty service.

If possible, be near your computer when you make your call in case the technical assistance representative needs to help you resolve a computer problem. Please ensure that you have downloaded the most current drivers and system updates, run diagnostics, and recorded information before you call. When calling for technical assistance, please have the following information available:

vMachine Type and Model

vSerial numbers of your computer, monitor, and other components, or your proof of purchase

vDescription of the problem

vExact wording of any error messages

vHardware and software configuration information for your system

The telephone numbers for your Customer Support Center location are located in the Worldwide telephone list section of this guide.

Note: Telephone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the latest list of Customer Support Center telephone numbers and hours of

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Contents ThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page ThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Contents Iv ThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Read first Read first Finding information This guide and other publicationsFinding information with the ThinkVantage button Important tips Be careful about where and how you work Caring for your ThinkPad computerBe gentle with your computer Take care in setting passwords Carry your computer properlyHandle storage media and drives properly Other important tipsCleaning the cover of your computer Cleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer displayCare for the fingerprint reader Caring for your ThinkPad computer Caring for your ThinkPad computer Solving computer problems Frequently asked questions How can I prevent problems with my ThinkPad computer?Diagnosing problems Diagnosing HDD from Bios Setup Utility TroubleshootingError messages Solving computer problems Solving computer problems Select Security-Predesktop Area-Access Predesktop Area Solving computer problems Errors without messages Password problem Keyboard problems Pointing device problemsStandby or hibernation problems Computer screen problems Click AdvancedBattery problems Hard disk drive problem Fingerprint authentication problemsStartup problem Other problemsStarting Bios Setup Utility Starting Bios Setup Utility Starting Bios Setup Utility Recovery options Using Rescue and RecoveryRestoring factory contents Recovering data Installing a new operating systemReplacing the battery Upgrading and replacing devicesUpgrading the hard disk drive Handling a hard disk driveThinkPad Z61t ThinkPad Z61m, Z61p or Z61eUpgrading the hard disk drive Replacing memory Replacing memory Replacing memory Replacing memory Replacing memory Replacing memory Getting help and service Getting help and serviceGetting help on the Web Calling the Customer Support Center Getting help and service Getting help around the world ThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix A. Warranty information Warranty InformationWarranty Period Types of Warranty Service Customer Replaceable Unit ″CRU″ Service On-site ServiceCourier or Depot Service Customer Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceCRU and Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service Worldwide telephone listCountry or Region Telephone Number Country or Region Telephone Number Country or Region Telephone Number ThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs Tier 2 CRUsThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Appendix C. Features and Specifications FeaturesSpecifications Power source ac adapter Battery packBattery life Heat outputSpecifications Appendix D. Notices Television output notice Electronic emissions noticesFederal Communications Commission FCC Statement Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie CanadaEuropean Union EMC Directive conformance statement Important information for the European Directive 2002/96/EC IBM Lotus Software Offer U. S. Or Canada Latin American CountriesEuropean Countries Trademarks Asia Pacific CountriesThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Bios IndexThinkPad Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Part Number 42T7750