Lenovo 4743 K430, 3109, 10086 manual Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks

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Problem: You need to install or uninstall a program.

Problem resolution:

During installation never abort the install process by powering the system off or through other drastic means. This can cause system program disorder or even failure during system initialization.

During the uninstall process, never directly delete the files or folders. This is harmful to the system, and might cause a system-wide malfunction.

Use the following procedure to properly uninstall programs:

1.Back up all documents and system settings related to the program before removing it.

2.If the program has its own uninstaller, run it directly to uninstall the program.

3.If the program does not have its own uninstaller, then select Control Panel from the Start menu.

4.From the Control Panel, choose Programs and Functions.

5.Find the applicable program from the Programs and Functions dialog box and then select Uninstall/Modify.

6.Perform the instructions displayed to uninstall the software.

3.4Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks

Problem: The Optical drive is unable to read a CD/DVD.

Troubleshooting and problem resolution:

1.Check to determine if there is an optical drive icon in the resource manager of the operating system. If not, restart your computer. If there is still no icon, contact Lenovo Service. Otherwise, continue with the next step of this procedure.

2.Confirm that the CD/DVD has been properly placed in the drive. If not, reload the CD or DVD. Otherwise, continue with the next step of this procedure.

3.Check the specifications that came with your computer to confirm that this optical drive is capable of reading this type of CD or DVD.

4.If the CD/DVD cannot be read, replace it with a known good CD/DVD such as one that was shipped with the computer.

5.If the known good CD cannot be read, visually check the operating side of the CD/DVD for defects.

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Contents IdeaCentre K4 Series Important Safety Information Page Contents Hardware Replacement Guide This chapter contains the following topics Chapter Using the Computer HardwareFront view of the chassis Rear view of the chassis User Guide User Guide Basic connector instructions Connecting your computerLine-in connector on a stereo system or other Sound configuration is as follows 7.1 Audio configuration instructionsConfigurations are as followings 5.1 Audio configuration instructionsDVI-HDMI Hot-swappable hard disk selected models only Wired keyboard selected models onlyUser Guide User Guide Power Control Switch selected models only User Guide Auto Turbo User Guide Chapter Using the Rescue System Driver and Application Installation OneKey RecoveryNetwork Settings System SetupMethod 1 Automatic Installation Method 2 Manual InstallationPassword Management System BackupSystem Recovery Create Recovery DiscTroubleshooting and Chapter Confirming Setup Troubleshooting Display Problems Solving ProblemsTroubleshooting Software Problems Troubleshooting Audio ProblemsTroubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks Chapter Hardware Replacement Guide Overview Safety information for replacing CRUsTools required Additional information resourcesHandling static-sensitive devices Identifying internal components LocationsPCI express X 16 adapter slots Identifying parts on the system boardMicroprocessor fan header 12V power connector Battery Microprocessor and heat sink Replacing hardware Pre-disassembly instructionsGeneral information To remove the computer cover Removing the computer coverTo remove the front bezel Removing the front bezelTo replace a memory module Replacing a memory moduleTo replace a hard disk drive Replacing a hard disk driveTo replace an optical drive Replacing an optical driveTo replace a graphics card Replacing a graphics cardUser Guide User Guide To replace the TV-Tuner card Replacing the TV-Tuner cardUser Guide To replace the keyboard Replacing the keyboard and mouseDeclaration AppendixTrademarks Energy Star StatementUser Guide User Guide