ThinkPad T440s
User Guide
“Important safety information” on page Appendix E “Notices” on page
Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice
Chapter 2. Using your computer
Contents
Chapter 5. Recovery overview
Read this first
Chapter 9. Preventing problems
Chapter 8. Advanced configuration
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting
computer problems
Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information Appendix E. Notices
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS
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Protect yourself from the heat generated by the ac power adapter
Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates
Prevent your computer from getting wet
Protect your computer and data when moving it
Important safety information
Handle your computer gently
Carry your computer carefully
Conditions that require immediate action
Safety guidelines
Service and upgrades
DANGER
Power cords and power adapters
Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away
Extension cords and related devices
Power supply statement
Plugs and outlets
DANGER
Rechargeable battery notice
General battery notice
Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Notice for built-in rechargeable battery
Notice for lithium RTC battery
Keep it away from children Do not drop the battery pack
DANGER Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Do not
Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35C 95F
Electrical current safety information
Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Regularly inspect the outside of the computer for dust accumulation
Liquid crystal display LCD notice
Using headphones or earphones
3. Attach signal cables to connectors
4. Attach power cords to outlets 5. Turn devices ON
DANGER
Additional safety information
Notice for users in the U.S.A
Chapter 1. Product overview
Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators
Front view
Camera on some models
Microphones
Power button
Fingerprint reader on some models
ThinkPad pointing device 5 TrackPoint pointing stick
USB 3.0 connector
Audio connector
Right-side view
SIM card tray on some models
Video Graphics Array VGA connector
Ethernet connector
Security-lock slot
Connect the computer to a LAN with the Ethernet connector
Mini DisplayPort connector
Power connector
Always On USB connector
Left-side view
Docking station connector on some models
External battery pack
Bottom view
Smart card slot on some models
Keyboard drainage holes
Emergency reset hole
Speakers
Fn Lock indicator
Status indicators
Speaker mute indicator
Microphone mute indicator
FCC ID and IC Certification information
Locating important product information
Machine type and model information
Certificate of Authenticity information
Genuine Microsoft label
Features
Microprocessor
Memory
Security feature
GPS and wireless features
Storage device
Display
Power source ac power adapter
Specifications
Battery status
Operating environment
Accessing Lenovo programs from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system
Accessing Lenovo programs from Control Panel
Lenovo programs
Table 2. Programs in Control Panel
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system
Client Security Solution
Access Connections
Lenovo program overview
Active Protection System
Lenovo Settings
Lenovo Mobile Access
Lenovo Solution Center
Password Manager
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Rescue and Recovery
System Update
Frequently asked questions
Chapter 2. Using your computer
Registering your computer
Can I get my user guide in another language?
How do I give presentations or attach an external monitor?
How do I use battery power more effectively when I am on the go?
How do I get connected in different locations?
Press and hold
Using the multi-touch screen
Drag
Swipe or slide
Touch gestures touch models only
Tasks
Mouse actions
To view the recently used applications
Mouse actions
Tasks
Touch gestures touch models only
Function keys and key combinations
Special keys
Windows key
Using the ThinkPad pointing device
Using the multi-touch trackpad
Using the TrackPoint pointing stick
Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device
2. Click Hardware and Sound Mouse ThinkPad
Replacing the cap
Power management
Checking the battery status
Enabling the battery alarm on the Windows 7 operating system
Using the ac power adapter
2. Click the Global Power Settings tab
Connecting the ac power adapter
Managing the battery power
Maximizing the battery life
Power-saving modes
Screen blank mode for Windows 7 only
Hibernation mode
Handling the battery
2. Click Administrative Tools
Wireless off
Do not expose it to excessive heat Do not expose it to water or rain
Connecting to the network
Do not short-circuit it Store it in a cool dry place
Keep it away from children
Using the wireless LAN connection
Wireless connections
Ethernet connections
For Windows
Checking the wireless LAN connection status
Tips for using the wireless LAN feature
Access Connections gauge status
Access Connections icon status
Tips for using the wireless WAN feature
Using the wireless WAN connection
Checking the wireless WAN connection status
Access Connections gauge status
Using the Bluetooth connection
Changing display settings
Using the NFC connection
3. Select Send To Bluetooth Devices
Using an external monitor
Connecting a projector or an external monitor
Connecting an external monitor
Setting the external monitor type
Considerations for connecting an external monitor
Using a DVI monitor
12. Clear the Show compatible hardware check box
3. Select Multiple Displays
Using dual displays
Setting up a presentation
Using the mini DisplayPort connector
Considerations for connecting a DVI monitor
Considerations for using the Extend desktop function
Using audio features
Using a flash media card
Using the camera
Configuring camera settings
Inserting a flash media card
Removing a flash media card
2. Click Hardware and Sound
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Ergonomic information
Accessibility and comfort
Chapter 3. You and your computer
Comfort
Accessibility information
What if you are traveling?
Questions about vision?
Travel tips
Traveling with your computer
Assistive technologies
Screen-reader technologies
Travel accessories
Typing passwords
Using passwords
Power-on password
Setting, changing, or removing a power-on password
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Supervisor password
User hard disk password
Hard disk passwords
Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password
Setting a hard disk password
Master hard disk password
Changing or removing a hard disk password
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Hard disk security
Tips on using the hard disk passwords
Using Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption
Setting the security chip
Setting the security chip
Disk Encryption hard disk drive and Encryption solid-state drive
Enrolling your fingerprints
Using the fingerprint reader
Tips on using the security chip
1. Placethe top joint of your fingeron the sensor
Swiping your finger over the fingerprint reader
To swipe your finger over the fingerprint reader, do the following
Setting the fingerprint reader
Indicator behavior of the fingerprint reader
Maintaining the fingerprint reader
Protecting data against viruses
Using firewalls
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Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system
Chapter 5. Recovery overview
Creating and using recovery media
Creating recovery media
Performing a backup operation
Performing backup and recovery operations
Using recovery media
Performing a recovery operation
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon
Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup
Using a rescue medium
Creating and using a rescue medium
Creating a rescue medium
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Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers
Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers
Reinstalling preinstalled programs
Recovery overview for the Windows 8 operating system
Solving recovery problems
Resetting your computer to the factory default settings
Refreshing your computer
Recovering your operating system if Windows 8 fails to start
Using the advanced startup options
Creating and using recovery media
Creating recovery media
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Using recovery media
3. Go to Config Power Disable Built-in Battery
Disabling the built-in battery
Chapter 6. Replacing devices
Static electricity prevention
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Installing or replacing the SIM card
Chapter 6. Replacing devices
Replacing the external battery pack
Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Do not expose it to excessive heat Do not expose it to water or rain
Replacing the base cover assembly
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Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive
Chapter 6. Replacing devices
8. Install the new hard disk drive or solid-state drive with bracket
6. Remove the hard disk drive or solid-state drive with bracket
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Replacing a memory module
DANGER
Replacing the wireless LAN card
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DANGER
9. Pivot the new wireless LAN card downward
7. Carefully remove the wireless LAN card out of the slot
1 , and then install the screw to secure the card in place
Chapter 6. Replacing devices
DANGER
Replacing the wireless WAN card
DANGER
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7. Carefully remove the wireless WAN card out of the slot
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DANGER
Replacing the keyboard
DANGER
6. Use the cross end of the multi-tool to loosen the screws
Chapter 6. Replacing devices
To install the new keyboard, do the following
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1. Attach the connectors, and then turn over the keyboard
Chapter 6. Replacing devices
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Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Replacing the RTC battery
Keep the battery pack away from fire
DANGER
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6. Install the new RTC battery
and attach the connector
Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer
Locating controls and connectors on the ThinkPad docking stations
Finding ThinkPad options
ThinkPad docking stations
Rear view
ThinkPad Basic Dock
Front view
Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer
ThinkPad Pro Dock
Front view
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Rear view
Rear view
ThinkPad Ultra Dock
Front view
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Attaching a ThinkPad docking station
Detaching a ThinkPad docking station
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Connecting external displays to a docking station
Security features
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Installing the Windows 7 operating system
Chapter 8. Advanced configuration
Installing a new operating system
2. Select Startup Boot to display the Boot Priority Order submenu
Installing the Windows 8 operating system
Using the ThinkPad Setup program
Installing device drivers
Main menu
Config menu
Table 4. Config menu items continued
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Table 4. Config menu items continued
Menu item
Table 4. Config menu items continued
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Table 4. Config menu items continued
To use this feature, a special
Security menu
Date and Time menu
For more information, see “Power-on password”
unauthorized access, set the user authentication
Enable or disable password authentication. This
stored in the fingerprint reader and reset settings
Menu item
Table 5. Security menu items continued
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Table 5. Security menu items continued
Startup menu
1. Turn off the computer
Restart menu
Updating the UEFI BIOS
Using system management
Preboot eXecution Environment
Setting management features
Desktop Management Interface
Wake on LAN
Checking the requirements for flash updates
Enabling or disabling the Wake on LAN feature
Defining a Network Boot sequence
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General tips for preventing problems
Chapter 9. Preventing problems
Getting the latest drivers from the Web site
Getting the latest drivers using System Update
Making sure device drivers are current
Taking care of your computer
Be careful about where and how you work
Be gentle with your computer
Carry your computer properly
Take care in setting passwords
Cleaning the cover of your computer
Taking care of the fingerprint reader
Register your computer
Cleaning your computer display
Cleaning your computer keyboard
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Diagnosing problems
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems
Troubleshooting
Computer stops responding
If you spill something on your computer
Error messages
Spills on the keyboard
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems
Errors without messages
Beep errors
Ethernet problems
Memory module problems
Networking problems
A wireless WAN problem
A wireless LAN problem
Bluetooth problems
Solution
TrackPoint pointing device problems
Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices
Keyboard problems
2. Open Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound Sound Playback
4. Click Advanced Settings
Problems with the display and multimedia devices
Computer screen problems
5. Click Advanced Settings
External monitor problems
1. Open Control Panel 2. Click Hardware and Sound
Audio problems
4. Double-click Sound, video and game controllers
2. Click the Realtek HD Manager icon
Battery and power problems
Fingerprint reader problems
Battery problems
2. Click Hardware and Sound
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An ac power adapter problem
Power problems
Sleep and hibernation problems
A power button problem
Boot problems
A solid-state drive problem
Problems with drives and other storage devices
Hard disk drive problems
Problems with ports and connectors
A software problem
A USB problem
A docking station problem
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Downloading system updates
Getting help and service
Recording problem symptoms and details
Chapter 11. Getting support
Calling Lenovo
Using diagnostic programs
Lenovo Support Web site
Telephone numbers
Purchasing additional services
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Appendix A. Regulatory Information
Wireless related information
Wireless interoperability
Wireless LAN antenna auxiliary and Wireless WAN antenna auxiliary
Locations of the UltraConnect wireless antennas
Wireless WAN antenna main and Wireless LAN antenna main
Usage environment and your health
Export classification notice
Locating wireless regulatory notices
Electronic emission notices
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
Deutschland
German Class B compliance statement
Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis
Korea Class B compliance statement
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan
Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement
Eurasian compliance mark
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Important WEEE information
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
Recycling information for Japan
Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor
Battery recycling information for Taiwan
Battery recycling information for Brazil
Disposing of a disused battery pack from Lenovo notebook computers
Disposing of Lenovo computer components
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
Battery recycling information for the European Union
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada
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European Union RoHS
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS
China RoHS India RoHS
Turkish RoHS
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Ukraine RoHS
2. Click Hardware and Sound Device Manager
Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information
1. Click Start Control panel
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5. Click the Power Management tab
6. Clear the Allow this device to wake the computer check box
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Appendix E. Notices
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