Lenovo 3484JMU 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	5
Lenovo programs	5
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
7 operating system	5
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
8 operating system	7
An introduction to Lenovo programs	7
Locations	9
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators
on the front of your computer	10
Locating connectors on the rear of your
computer	11
Locating components	12
Locating parts on the system board . . . .	13
Locating internal drives	14
Machine type and model label	15

Chapter 2. Using your computer . . .	17
Frequently asked questions	17
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8
operating system	17
Using the keyboard	18
Using Windows shortcut keys	18
Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . .	18
Using a fingerprint reader	18
Using the wheel mouse	19
Adjusting audio	19
About your computer audio	19
Setting the volume from the desktop . . . .	19
Setting the volume from Control Panel . . .	20
Using CDs and DVDs	20
Handling and storing CD and DVD media . .	20

Playing a CD or DVD	21
Recording a CD or DVD	21

Chapter 3. You and your computer .	.	23
Accessibility and comfort	.	23
Arranging your workspace	.	23
Comfort	.	23
Glare and lighting	.	24
Air circulation	.	24
Electrical outlets and cable lengths . . . .	.	24
Registering your computer	.	25
Moving your computer to another country or
region	.	25
Voltage-selection switch	.	25
Replacement power cords	.	26

Chapter 4. Security	27
Security features	27
Locking the computer cover	28
Attaching an integrated cable lock	29
Using passwords	29
BIOS passwords	29
Windows passwords	30
Configuring the fingerprint reader	30
Using and understanding firewalls	30
Protecting data against viruses	30
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing
hardware	33
Handling static-sensitive devices	33
Installing or replacing hardware	33
Installing external options	33
Removing the computer cover	34
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel . .	35
Installing or replacing a PCI card	36
Installing or replacing a memory module . . .	39
Replacing the battery	41
Replacing the primary hard disk drive . . . .	42
Replacing the optical drive	44
Replacing the power supply assembly . . .	47
Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly . .	48
Replacing the microprocessor	50
Replacing the front audio and USB
assembly	53
Replacing the WiFi units	54
Installing or removing the rear WiFi antenna .	59
Installing or removing the front WiFi antenna .	60

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