Contents
Important safety information | v |
Service and upgrades | v |
Static electricity prevention | v |
Power cords and power adapters | vi |
Extension cords and related devices | vi |
Plugs and outlets | vii |
External devices | vii |
Heat and product ventilation | vii |
Operating environment | viii |
Modem safety information | viii |
Laser compliance statement | ix |
Power supply statement | ix |
Cleaning and maintenance | ix |
Chapter 1. Product overview | 1 |
Features | 1 |
Specifications | 4 |
Lenovo programs | 5 |
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows |
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7 operating system | 5 |
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows |
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8 operating system | 6 |
An introduction to Lenovo programs | 7 |
Locations | 9 |
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators |
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on the front of your computer | 9 |
Locating connectors on the rear of your |
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computer | 11 |
Locating components | 13 |
Locating parts on the system board . . . . | 16 |
Adjusting the frame stand | 18 |
Machine type and model label | 19 |
Chapter 2. Using your computer . . . | 21 |
Frequently asked questions | 21 |
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 |
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operating system | 21 |
Using the keyboard | 22 |
Using Windows shortcut keys | 22 |
Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . . | 22 |
Using a fingerprint reader | 22 |
Using the wheel mouse | 23 |
Adjusting audio | 23 |
About your computer audio | 23 |
Setting the volume from the desktop . . . . | 23 |
Setting the volume from Control Panel . . . | 24 |
Using CDs and DVDs | 24 |
Handling and storing CD and DVD media . . | 24 |
Playing a CD or DVD | 25 |
Recording a CD or DVD | 25 |
Using the | 25 |
Chapter 3. You and your computer . | . | 29 |
Accessibility and comfort | . | 29 |
Arranging your workspace | . | 29 |
Comfort | . | 29 |
Glare and lighting | . | 30 |
Air circulation | . | 30 |
Electrical outlets and cable lengths . . . . | . | 30 |
Register your computer | . | 31 |
Moving your computer to another country or |
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region | . | 31 |
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Replacement power cords | . | 32 |
Chapter 4. Security | 33 |
Security features | 33 |
Attaching an integrated cable lock | 34 |
Using passwords | 34 |
BIOS passwords | 34 |
Windows passwords | 35 |
Configuring the fingerprint reader | 35 |
Using and understanding firewalls | 35 |
Protecting data against viruses | 35 |
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing |
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hardware | 37 |
Handling | 37 |
Installing or replacing hardware | 37 |
Installing external options | 37 |
Removing and reinstalling the frame stand . . | 38 |
Installing the monitor stand | 38 |
Removing the computer cover | 41 |
Removing and reinstalling the frame foot . . | 42 |
Removing and reinstalling the handle bar . . | 43 |
Removing and reinstalling the rear I/O |
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assembly | 44 |
Installing or replacing a memory module . . . | 45 |
Replacing the hard disk drive | 46 |
Replacing the optical drive | 49 |
Replacing the converter board | 50 |
Replacing the heat sink | 51 |
Replacing the microprocessor | 53 |
Replacing the internal speakers | 56 |
Replacing the thermal sensor | 57 |
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