User Guide | Lenovo 20AX000VUS instruction

User Guide

ThinkPad S431

Image 1

Lenovo 20AX000VUS manual User Guide

Contents

User Guide First Edition May Copyright Lenovo Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice Contents Replacing devices Iii Iv User Guide Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates Read this firstPrevent your computer from getting wet Protect the cables from being damaged Protect your computer and data when moving it Important safety informationHandle your computer gently Carry your computer carefully Service and upgrades Safety guidelinesConditions that require immediate action Vii Power cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices Power supply statementPlugs and outlets Built-in rechargeable battery notice General battery noticeExternal devices Heat and product ventilation Lithium coin cell battery notice Electrical current safety information Additional safety information Using headphones or earphonesLiquid crystal display LCD notice Xiii Xiv User Guide Product overview Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicatorsFront view System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logo Power buttonCamera Microphones Fan louvers Right-side viewMedia card reader slot Combo audio jack Left-side view USB 3.0 connectorHigh Definition Multimedia Interface Hdmi port Security-lock slot Ethernet connector Ac power connector Lenovo OneLink connectorAlways On USB connector USB Bottom view Status indicators Machine type and model label Locating important product informationFCC ID and IC Certification number label Certificate of Authenticity label Features Operating environment Specifications Lenovo programs Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system Program Icon name Accessing Lenovo programs from Control PanelProgram Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Access Connections Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating systemLenovo programs overview Lenovo Mobile Access Client Security SolutionLenovo Settings Lenovo Solution Power Manager Password ManagerRecovery Media Rescue and Recovery Frequently asked questions Using your computerRegistering your computer Can I get my user guide in another language? Is getting connected in different locations a challenge? How to use the battery power more effectively?Need to attach or replace a device? Using the multi-touch screen To view the recently used applications Special keys Function keys Windows key Using the ThinkPad pointing device Using the multi-touch touch pad Using the TrackPoint pointing stickCustomizing the ThinkPad pointing device Click Hardware and Sound Mouse ThinkPad Checking the battery status Power managementUsing the ac power adapter Maximizing the battery life Charging the batteryConnecting the ac power adapter Tips on using the ac power adapter Power-saving modes Managing the battery powerSelect Power off display Sleep Click Settings Power Sleep Click Administrative Tools Wireless offAlways On USB function off Enabling the wakeup function Wireless connections Connecting to the networkEthernet connections Using Bluetooth Establishing a wireless connectionBluetooth Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Access Connections gauge Checking the wireless network connection statusAccess Connections status icon Access Connections wireless status icon Connecting an external monitor Enabling or disabling the wireless featuresAttaching an external monitor Set Resolution Click Advanced Settings Setting the monitor typeConsiderations for attaching an external monitor Using the Extend desktop function Changing display settingsConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function Click Multiple Display Using the AMD Switchable Graphics feature Setting up a presentationUsing audio features Using a media card Using the integrated cameraConfiguring for sound recording Configuring camera settings Removing a media card Inserting a media card User Guide You and your computer Accessibility and comfortErgonomic information Comfort Accessibility information Travel tips Traveling with your computerAssistive technologies Screen-reader technologies Travel accessories Passwords and sleep mode Using passwordsTyping passwords Security Hard disk passwords Power-on passwordSetting a power-on password Select Power-on Password Select Hard Disk 1 Password or Hard Disk 2 Password Setting a hard disk password Changing or removing a hard disk password Supervisor password Select Supervisor Password Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password Hard disk security Using Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption Setting the security chip Setting the security chip Enrolling your fingerprint Using the fingerprint readerSwiping your finger over the reader Maintaining the fingerprint reader Protecting data against viruses Using firewalls Security User Guide Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system Recovery overviewCreating and using a recovery media Creating recovery media Performing a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operations Performing a recovery operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspaceClick 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 mediumCreating a rescue medium Solving recovery problems Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device driversReinstalling preinstalled applications Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers Resetting your computer to the factory default settings Recovery overview for the Windows 8 operating systemChange PC settings General Refreshing your computer Recovery overview User Guide Select Disable Built-in Battery Disabling the built-in batteryReplacing devices Static electricity prevention Replacing the base cover assembly Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive User Guide Replacing a memory module Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless LAN connection Replacing devices Replacing the backup battery Replacing devices User Guide Installing a new operating system Advanced configurationBefore you begin Select UEFI/Legacy Boot Installing the Windows 7 operating systemInstalling the registry patches for Windows Installing the Windows 7 fix modules Installing the driver for USB 3.0 for Windows Installing the Windows 8 operating systemSelect Startup Boot Installing the Windows 8 fix modules ThinkPad Setup Installing other drivers and software for WindowsClick Change display settings Click Advanced Settings Click Properties Main menu Config menu For Legacy Only boot EnabledMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Network AC Only Disabled OS Optimized Defaults is setMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Auto Setting to AMD switchable SwitchableIntegrated Graphics mode if Power Date/Time menu Beep and AlarmHours Serial ATA Sata At unattended boot, a password Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments PasswordSecurity menu Bios ROM Strings Reporting Disabled, the Security Chip optionSmbios Reporting Smbios Inactive Memory Protection Port AccessVirtualization User Mode Secure BootStandard Mode Startup menu Changing the startup sequence Restart menu Using system management Updating your system Uefi BiosPreboot eXecution Environment System management Network Boot sequence Setting management featuresWake on LAN Asset ID Eeprom Flash update General tips for preventing problems Preventing problems Making sure device drivers are current Getting the latest drivers using System UpdateGetting the latest drivers from the Web site Click Downloads and drivers Taking care of your computer Be careful about where and how you workBe gentle with your computer Carry your computer properly Take care in setting passwords Cleaning the cover of your computerCare for the fingerprint reader Register your computer Be sure not to modify your computer Cleaning your computer display Cleaning your computer keyboard User Guide Diagnosing problems Troubleshooting computer problemsTroubleshooting Computer stops responding Spills on the keyboard Error messagesIf you spill something on your computer Troubleshooting computer problems Errors without messages Problem Solution Beep errors Networking problems Memory module problemsEthernet problems Bluetooth problems Wireless LAN problemSolution Open Control Panel. Click Hardware and Sound Sound Playback Problems with the display and multimedia devices Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devicesThinkPad pointing device problems Keyboard problems Computer screen problems External monitor problems Set Resolution Click Hardware and Sound Audio problemsDouble-clickSound, video and game controllers Fingerprint reader problems Battery problems Battery and power problemsAn ac power adapter problem Power problems Boot problems Power button problemSleep and hibernation problems Hard disk drive problems Problems with drives and other storage devices Problems with ports and connectors Software problemSolid-state drive problem USB problem User Guide Before you contact Lenovo Getting support Using diagnostic programs Getting help and serviceLenovo Support Web site Calling Lenovo Telephone numbers Finding ThinkPad options Purchasing additional services Wireless interoperability Wireless related informationAppendix A. Regulatory information 119 Usage environment and your health Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas Export classification notice Locating wireless regulatory noticesElectronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity German Class B compliance statement Appendix A. Regulatory information User Guide Important Weee information Appendix B. Weee and recycling statementsJapan recycling statements 125 Recycling information for Brazil Battery recycling information for the European UnionDisposing of Lenovo computer components Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements User Guide Appendix C. Energy Star model information Power plan Energy Saver settings when plugged into ac powerClick Hardware and Sound Device Manager 129 Click OK 131 Appendix D. Notices Trademarks China RoHS Turkish RoHS European Union RoHS133 Ukraine RoHS India RoHS Page Part Number 1P P/N