Lenovo 4217, 4105, 4157VJU manual Troubleshooting and diagnostics

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2.If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the diagnostic programs, save and print the log files created by the diagnostic programs. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

Lenovo Solution Center

The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum system performance.

Notes:

The Lenovo Solution Center program is available only on models preinstalled with the Windows 7 operating system. If your Windows 7 model is not preinstalled with the program, you can download it from http://www.lenovo.com/diagnose.

If you are using the Windows Vista or Windows XP operating system, go to http://www.lenovo.com/diagnose for the latest information on diagnostics for your computer.

To run the Lenovo Solution Center program on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start All Programs

Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools System Health and Diagnostics. Follow the instructions on the screen.

For additional information, refer to the Lenovo Solution Center help system.

Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox

The Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get familiar with the innovative technologies provided by Lenovo, and get more information about your computer. You can use the diagnostics feature of the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program to test devices, diagnose computer problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and view system information.

To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools System Health and Diagnostics. Follow the instructions on the screen.

To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program on the Windows Vista operating system or the Windows XP operating system, click Start All Programs ThinkVantage Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen.

For additional information about running the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, refer to the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox help system.

PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery

The PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery diagnostic program is part of the Rescue and Recovery workspace on each Lenovo computer. Use the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery if you are unable to start the Windows operating system.

To run the PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following:

1.Turn off the computer.

2.Repeatedly press and release the F11 key when turning on the computer. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, stop pressing the F11 key. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens after a short delay.

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Contents ThinkStation User Guide Fifth Edition December Copyright Lenovo 2009 Contents Index Iii IntroductionIv ThinkStation User Guide Important safety information ThinkStation User Guide Glare and lighting Arranging your workspaceComfort Electrical outlets and cable lengths Air circulationConnecting your computer Setting up your computerLine Setting up your computer If you have powered speakers with an ac power adapter Turning on computer power Updating your operating system Finishing the software installationInstalling other operating systems Completing important tasksUpdating your antivirus software Installing external optionsInstalling the computer on a rack shelf FeaturesVideo subsystem System management featuresInput/Output I/O features Internal drivesOperating system, preinstalled PowerSecurity features Software programs, preinstalledSpecifications Software provided by Lenovo Lenovo Solution CenterSoftware overview Software provided with your Windows operating systemAdobe Reader PC-Doctor for Rescue and RecoveryLenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox Using passwords Using the Setup UtilityStarting the Setup Utility program Viewing and changing settingsEnabling or disabling a device User PasswordAdministrator Password Setting, changing, and deleting a passwordSelecting a temporary startup device Advanced settingsExiting from the Setup Utility program Selecting a startup deviceThinkStation User Guide Select Devices IDE Drives Setup and press Enter Installing hard disk drives and configuring RAIDInstalling Sata hard disk drives and configuring RAID Installing Sata hard disk drivesInstalling SAS hard disk drives Creating RAID volumesDeleting RAID volumes Installing SAS hard disk drives and configuring RAIDFrom the RAID Config menu, select Create array Entering the Marvell Bios Setup to configure SAS RAIDFrom the RAID Config menu, select Delete array Configuring the Marvell Bios Setup to delete an arrayFrom the RAID Config menu, select Spare Management Updating system programs Using system programsUpdating flashing the Bios from a disc Click Downloads and drivers Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemRecovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Symptom Action Troubleshooting and diagnosticsBasic troubleshooting Diagnostic programs Troubleshooting and diagnostics PC-Doctor for DOS Cleaning an optical mouseTroubleshooting and diagnostics ThinkStation User Guide Using recovery media Recovery informationCreating and using recovery media Creating recovery mediaPerforming a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operationsClick the Restore your system from a backup icon Performing a recovery operationUsing the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating and using rescue media Creating rescue media Using rescue mediaInstalling or reinstalling device drivers Solving recovery problems Setting a rescue device in the startup sequenceLenovo ThinkVantage Tools Getting information, help, and serviceInformation resources Online Books folderLenovo Support Web site Safety and WarrantyHelp and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programsUsing other services Calling for servicePurchasing additional services Basic AT commands Appendix A. Manual modem commandsExtended AT commands Enable RTS/CTS hardware flow control Command Function Modem ignores the DTR signalModem hangs up, returns to the Command Mode after Guard tone disabledFax Class 1 commands MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commandsFax Class 2 commands Voice commands Appendix B. System memory speed Dimm type and speed PC3-8500U Appendix C. Notices Recycling information for Brazil Television output noticeEuropean conformance CE mark Trademarks Appendix C. Notices ThinkStation User Guide Index Lenovo Solution Center Flashing Bios Antivirus software ThinkStation User Guide Page 53Y4306
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