Getting help and service

vLenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.

vEngineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your hardware.

The following items are not covered:

vReplacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts

Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in the format

FRU XXXXXXX

vIdentification of software problem sources

vConfiguration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade

vChanges, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers

vInstallation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS)

vInstallation and maintenance of application programs

To determine if your machine is in warranty and when the warranty expires, go to www.lenovo.com/support, and click Warranty, then follow the instructions on the screen.

Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty service.

If possible, be near your computer when you make your call in case the technical assistance representative needs to help you resolve a computer problem. Please ensure that you have downloaded the most current drivers and system updates, run diagnostics, and recorded information before you call. When calling for technical assistance, please have the following information available:

vMachine Type and Model

vSerial numbers of your computer, monitor, and other components, or your proof of purchase

vDescription of the problem

vExact wording of any error messages

vHardware and software configuration information for your system

The telephone numbers for your Customer Support Center location are located in the Worldwide telephone list section of this guide.

Note: Telephone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the latest list of Customer Support Center telephone numbers and hours of

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