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Lenovo 4156, 3267, 3264, 3263, 3273, 4004, 3856, 3261 manual ThinkCentre User Guide

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Lenovo 4156, 3267, 3264, 3263, 3273, 4004, 3856, 3261 manual ThinkCentre User Guide

Contents

ThinkCentre User Guide Third Edition September Copyright Lenovo Contents Appendix A. Notices 121 Appendix E. Energy Star model information Index Iv ThinkCentre User Guide Service and upgrades Important safety informationStatic electricity prevention Power cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets General battery noticeExternal devices Rechargeable battery notice Heat and product ventilationModem safety information Operating environmentPower supply statement Cleaning and maintenanceLaser compliance statement Additional important informationCopyright Lenovo Xii ThinkCentre User Guide Features Product overviewSystem management features Input/Output I/O featuresPower adapter Security featuresPreinstalled software programs Preinstalled operating systemAccessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system SpecificationsLenovo programs Accessing Lenovo programs from Control Panel Program Icon nameAccessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system An introduction to Lenovo programsCommunications Utility Fingerprint SoftwareLenovo Settings Lenovo Solution CenterPassword Manager Power ManagerLocations System UpdateView Management Utility Front connector, control, and indicator locations Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Connector DescriptionLocating components Component locationsLocating parts on the system board System board part locationsMachine type and model label Machine type and model labelThinkCentre User Guide Using your computer Frequently asked questionsAccessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 operating system Where can I find help about the Windows operating system?Using the keyboard Using Windows shortcut keysUsing the blue ThinkVantage button Using a fingerprint readerUsing the wheel mouse Adjusting audioSetting the volume from the desktop Adding the volume icon to the taskbarSetting the volume from Control Panel Using CDs and DVDsSound section, click Adjust system volume Handling and storing CD and DVD mediaPlaying a CD or DVD Recording a CD or DVDThinkCentre User Guide Accessibility and comfort You and your computerArranging your workspace ComfortAir circulation Glare and lightingElectrical outlets and cable lengths Registering your computer Voltage-selection switchMoving your computer to another country or region Replacement power cords Security features SecurityBios passwords Using passwordsAttaching an integrated cable lock Windows passwords Configuring the fingerprint readerUsing and understanding firewalls Protecting data against virusesThinkCentre User Guide Installing or replacing hardware Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling external options Handling static-sensitive devicesInstalling or removing the vertical stand Installing the vertical standInstalling or removing the Vesa mount bracket Removing the computer from the vertical standInstalling the Vesa mount bracket Removing the computer cover What to do nextRemoving the computer cover screw Installing or replacing a memory module Removing the computer coverRemoving the memory module Replacing the optical drive Removing the optical drive boxRemoving the optical drive from the optical drive box Installing the optical drive metal plate Installing the screw that secures the optical drive Installing the optical drive box Installing the screw that secures the optical drive box Replacing the secondary hard disk driveRemoving the optical drive box Removing the secondary hard disk drive from the adapter Installing a new hard disk drive into the adapter Installing the adapter bracket into the optical drive box Installing the optical drive box Replacing the battery What to do nextReplacing the ac power adapter Removing the old batteryDisconnecting the ac power adapter Replacing the ac power adapter bracket Connecting the new ac power adapterRemoving the ac power adapter bracket Replacing the power switch board Removing the screw that secures the power switch boardRemove the power switch board from the computer Installing the screw that secures the power switch board Replacing the heat sinkLift the failing heat sink off the system board Installing the heat sink Accessing the microprocessor Replacing the microprocessorRemoving the microprocessor Installing the microprocessor Replacing the hard disk drive bracketRemoving the screws that secure the hard disk drive bracket Removing the hard disk drive bracket Installing the hard disk drive bracket Replacing the WiFi card module Removing the WiFi card module cable and screwsRemoving the WiFi card module Installing or removing the rear WiFi antenna Installing the rear WiFi antennaRemoving the rear WiFi antenna Installing or removing two rear WiFi antennasInstalling the rear WiFi antennas Removing the rear WiFi antennas Installing the rear WiFi antennasRemoving the rear WiFi antennas Replacing the system fanLift the failing system fan off the system board Install the four screws that secure the system fan Replacing the internal speaker What to do nextRemoving the internal speaker Installing a new internal speaker Replacing the keyboard or mouseCompleting the parts replacement Connecting the USB keyboard or mouseInstalling the computer cover Installing the computer cover screw Obtaining device driversThinkCentre User Guide Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system Recovery informationCreating and using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Creating recovery mediaUsing recovery media Performing a backup operationPerforming a recovery operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspaceClick the Restore your system from a backup icon Using a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled applications Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device driversReinstalling preinstalled device drivers Reinstalling device drivers Reinstalling software programsSolving recovery problems Recovery information for the Windows 8 operating system Refreshing your computerThinkCentre User Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Password considerations Power-On PasswordAdministrator Password Hard Disk PasswordErasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing Cmos Enabling or disabling a deviceEnabling ErP compliance mode Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting or changing the startup device sequenceExiting the Setup Utility program ThinkCentre User Guide Updating flashing the Bios from a disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemClick Download Drivers & Software Click Use Quick Path Preventing problems Keeping your computer currentGetting the latest device drivers for your computer Updating your operating systemUsing System Update BasicsCleaning your computer ComputerKeyboard Optical mouseCleaning a glass-screen surface Good maintenance practicesMoving your computer Troubleshooting and diagnostics Basic troubleshootingTroubleshooting procedure TroubleshootingAudio problems No audio in WindowsSound comes from one external speaker only CD problemsNo audio in DOS applications or games CD or DVD does not work DVD problemsBlack screen instead of DVD video DVD movie will not play No audio or intermittent audio while playing DVD moviePlayback is very slow or choppy Invalid disc or no disc found messageKeyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems Intermittent problemsAll or some keys on the keyboard do not work Wireless keyboard does not work Mouse or pointing device does not workPointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse Fingerprint reader does not workWrong characters appear on the screen Monitor problemsImage appears to be flickering Networking problems Image is discoloredEthernet problems Your computer cannot connect to the networkClick Start Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Adapter stops working for no apparent reasonWireless WAN problem Wireless LAN problemWake on LAN feature is not working Option problems Bluetooth problemAn option that was just installed does not work An option that previously worked does not work nowPerformance and lockup problems Click Disk CleanupClick Programs Click Turn Windows features on or off Insufficient free hard disk drive spaceExcessive number of fragmented files Printer problemsInsufficient memory Software problems Serial port problemsSoftware does not work as expected USB problems Lenovo Solution Center Getting information, help, and service Help and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programCalling for service Lenovo Support Web siteUsing other services Purchasing additional servicesThinkCentre User Guide Appendix A. Notices 121Trademarks Appendix B. Regulatory information Export classification noticeElectronic emissions notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of ConformityThinkCentre User Guide Additional regulatory information ThinkCentre User Guide Appendix C. Weee and recycling information Important Weee informationRecycling information 127Battery recycling information for Taiwan Recycling information for BrazilBattery recycling information for the European Union ThinkCentre User Guide Ukraine RoHS China RoHS Turkish RoHS131 India RoHS Appendix E. Energy Star model information 133ThinkCentre User Guide Index 135Power-On Password 137 ThinkCentre User Guide