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Contents ThinkCentre User Guide Page ThinkCentre User Guide Second Edition November Copyright Lenovo Contents Appendix A. Notices Important safety information Vi ThinkCentre User Guide Product overview FeaturesSecurity features System management featuresInput/Output I/O features Power supplyPreinstalled software programs SpecificationsPreinstalled operating system Software provided with your Windows operating system Software overviewPassword Manager Product RecoveryThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery ThinkVantage Client Security SolutionFingerprint Software Power ManagerThinkVantage System Update LocationsFront connector, control, and indicator locations Locating connectors and parts on the rear of your computerConnector Description Locating parts on the system board Locating componentsSystem board part locations Locating internal drivesDrive bay locations ThinkCentre User Guide Handling static-sensitive devices Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling or replacing hardware Installing external optionsRemoving the computer cover Removing and reinstalling the front bezelGo to Completing the parts replacement on Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward Accessing the system board components and drivesLowering the drive bay assembly Installing or replacing a PCI cardRemoving the PCI card What to do next Installing or replacing a memory moduleRemoving the memory module Installing the memory module Replacing the batteryRemoving the old battery Replacing the heat sink and fan assemblyRemoving the heat sink fan duct Screws that secure the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the microprocessor Installing the heat sink fan ductAccessing the microprocessor Removing the microprocessor Replacing the power supply assemblyRemoving the heat sink fan duct Removing the power supply assembly Installing the power supply assembly Removing the optical drive screws Replacing the optical driveSlide the optical drive out of the front of the computer Installing a new optical drive Replacing the hard disk drive Connecting a Sata optical driveRemoving the hard disk drive Installing the hard disk drive Replacing the front fan assemblyRemoving the front fan assembly Replacing the keyboard Installing the front fan assemblyReplacing the mouse Keyboard connectorsReinstalling the computer cover Completing the parts replacementPadlock Basic security featuresObtaining device drivers Integrated cable lockErasing a lost or forgotten password clearing Cmos Password protectionInstalling or replacing hardware ThinkCentre User Guide Creating and using recovery media Recovery informationCreating recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Using recovery mediaClick the Restore your system from a backup icon Performing a backup operationPerforming a recovery operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspaceCreating and using a rescue medium Installing or reinstalling device drivers Using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Solving recovery problems Using passwords Using the Setup Utility programStarting the Setup Utility program Viewing or changing settingsSetting, changing, or deleting a password Password considerationsPower-on password Administrator passwordSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting a startup deviceViewing or changing the startup device sequence Exiting the Setup Utility program Updating flashing the Bios from a disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Recovering from a Post and Bios update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemClick Downloads and drivers Updating system programs ThinkCentre User Guide Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnostic programsLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Diagnostic programsPC-Doctor for DOS Optical mouse Cleaning the mouseNon-optical mouse Retainer ring Ball Plastic rollers Ball cage Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources Online Books folderLenovo Welcome Access HelpSafety and warranty ThinkVantage Productivity CenterUsing the documentation and diagnostic programs Help and serviceCalling for service Purchasing additional services Using other servicesAppendix A. Notices European conformance CE mark Trademarks Television output noticeCRU IndexKeyboard replacing Lenovo Customer Support Center Solving recovery problems Starting the Setup Utility program ThinkCentre User Guide Page 0A22719

5042, 4163, 5046 specifications

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