Lenovo 3414, 3398 Contents, Important safety information, Product overview, Using your computer

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	4
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
7 operating system	4
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
8 operating system	6
An introduction to Lenovo programs	6
Locations	8
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators
on the front of your computer	8
Locating connectors on the rear of your
computer	10
Adjusting the computer stand	11
Machine type and model label	11

Chapter 2. Using your computer . . .	13
Frequently asked questions	13
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8
operating system	13
Using the keyboard	14
Using Windows shortcut keys	14
Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . .	14
Using a fingerprint reader	14
Using the wheel mouse	15
Adjusting audio	15
About your computer audio	15
Setting the volume from the desktop . . . .	15
Setting the volume from Control Panel . . .	16
Using CDs and DVDs	16
Handling and storing CD and DVD media . .	16
Playing a CD or DVD	17
Recording a CD or DVD	17

Using the single-touch and multi-touch feature . . 17

Chapter 3. You and your computer . . 19

Accessibility and comfort	19
Arranging your workspace	19
Comfort	19
Glare and lighting	20
Air circulation	20
Electrical outlets and cable lengths	20
Register your computer with Lenovo	21
Moving your computer to another country or
region	21
Voltage-selection switch	21
Replacement power cords	22

Chapter 4. Security	23
Security features	23
Attaching an integrated cable lock	24
Using passwords	24
BIOS passwords	24
Windows passwords	25
Using and understanding firewalls	25
Protecting data against viruses	25
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing
hardware	27
Installing or replacing hardware	27
Installing external options	27
Removing and reinstalling the system stand
hinge cover	27
Removing and reinstalling the system stand .	29
Removing and reinstalling the foot stands . .	31
Replacing the USB keyboard or mouse . . .	33
Replacing the wireless keyboard	33
Replacing the wireless mouse	34
Obtaining device drivers	36
Chapter 6. Recovery information . . .	37
Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating
system	37
Creating and using recovery media	37
Performing backup and recovery operations .	38
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace .	39
Creating and using a rescue medium . . . .	40
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and
device drivers	41
Reinstalling software programs	42
Reinstalling device drivers	42

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