Contents
Important safety information | v |
Service and upgrades | v |
Static electricity prevention | v |
Power cords and power adapters | vi |
Extension cords and related devices | vi |
Plugs and outlets | vii |
External devices | vii |
Heat and product ventilation | vii |
Operating environment | viii |
Modem safety information | viii |
Laser compliance statement | ix |
Power supply statement | ix |
Cleaning and maintenance | ix |
Chapter 1. Product overview | 1 |
Features | 1 |
Specifications | 4 |
Lenovo programs | 4 |
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows |
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7 operating system | 4 |
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows |
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8 operating system | 6 |
An introduction to Lenovo programs | 6 |
Locations | 8 |
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators |
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on the front of your computer | 8 |
Locating connectors on the rear of your |
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computer | 10 |
Adjusting the computer stand | 11 |
Machine type and model label | 11 |
Chapter 2. Using your computer . . . | 13 |
Frequently asked questions | 13 |
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 |
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operating system | 13 |
Using the keyboard | 14 |
Using Windows shortcut keys | 14 |
Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . . | 14 |
Using a fingerprint reader | 14 |
Using the wheel mouse | 15 |
Adjusting audio | 15 |
About your computer audio | 15 |
Setting the volume from the desktop . . . . | 15 |
Setting the volume from Control Panel . . . | 16 |
Using CDs and DVDs | 16 |
Handling and storing CD and DVD media . . | 16 |
Playing a CD or DVD | 17 |
Recording a CD or DVD | 17 |
Using the | 17 |
Chapter 3. You and your computer . . 19
Accessibility and comfort | 19 |
Arranging your workspace | 19 |
Comfort | 19 |
Glare and lighting | 20 |
Air circulation | 20 |
Electrical outlets and cable lengths | 20 |
Register your computer with Lenovo | 21 |
Moving your computer to another country or |
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region | 21 |
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Replacement power cords | 22 |
Chapter 4. Security | 23 |
Security features | 23 |
Attaching an integrated cable lock | 24 |
Using passwords | 24 |
BIOS passwords | 24 |
Windows passwords | 25 |
Using and understanding firewalls | 25 |
Protecting data against viruses | 25 |
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing |
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hardware | 27 |
Installing or replacing hardware | 27 |
Installing external options | 27 |
Removing and reinstalling the system stand |
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hinge cover | 27 |
Removing and reinstalling the system stand . | 29 |
Removing and reinstalling the foot stands . . | 31 |
Replacing the USB keyboard or mouse . . . | 33 |
Replacing the wireless keyboard | 33 |
Replacing the wireless mouse | 34 |
Obtaining device drivers | 36 |
Chapter 6. Recovery information . . . | 37 |
Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating |
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system | 37 |
Creating and using recovery media | 37 |
Performing backup and recovery operations . | 38 |
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace . | 39 |
Creating and using a rescue medium . . . . | 40 |
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and |
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device drivers | 41 |
Reinstalling software programs | 42 |
Reinstalling device drivers | 42 |
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