2.Connect a new keyboard or mouse to one of the USB connectors on the computer. Depending on where you want to connect the new keyboard or mouse, see “Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer” on page 8 or “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 9.

Figure 50. Connecting a new keyboard or mouse

What to do next:

To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.

To complete the installation or replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 64.

Completing the parts replacement

After completing the installation or replacement for all parts, you need to close the computer cover and reconnect cables. Depending on the parts you installed or replaced, you might need to confirm the updated information in the Setup Utility program. Refer to Chapter 7 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 73.

To close the computer cover and reconnect cables to your computer, do the following:

1.Make sure that all components have been reassembled correctly and that no tools or loose screws are left inside your computer. See “Locating components” on page 11 for the locations of various components in your computer.

2.If you have removed the front bezel, reinstall it. To reinstall the front bezel, align the three tabs on the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis and pivot the front bezel inwards until it snaps into position.

3.Make sure that the cables are routed correctly. Keep cables clear of the hinges and sides of the computer chassis to avoid interference with closing the computer cover.

4.Lower the optical drive bay.

5.Close the computer cover.

6.If there is an integrated cable lock available, lock the computer.

7.Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer. See “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 9.

8.To update your configuration, see Chapter 7 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 73.

Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU). Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives.

Obtaining device drivers

You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http://www.lenovo.com/support. Installation instructions are provided in readme files with the device-driver files.

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2002, 2208, 2010, 2209, 2221 specifications

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