Chapter 2. Using your computer

This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components.

Frequently asked questions

The following are a few tips that will help you optimize the use of your computer.

Can I get my user guide in another language?

The user guide is available in various languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkCentreUserGuides

Where are my recovery discs?

Lenovo provides a program that enables you to create recovery discs. For details about creating recovery discs, see “Creating recovery media” on page 69.

Additionally, in case of a hard disk failure, you can order Product Recovery discs from the Lenovo Customer Support Center. For information about contacting the Customer Support Center, see Chapter 11 “Getting information, help, and service” on page 111. Before using the Product Recovery discs, refer to the documentation that comes with the discs.

Attention: A Product Recovery disc package might contain multiple discs. Make sure you have all of the discs ready before starting the recovery process. During the recovery process, you might be prompted to change discs.

Where can I find help about the Windows operating system?

The Windows Help and Support information system provides you detailed information about using the Windows operating system to help you get the most of your computer. To access the Windows Help and Support information system, click Start Help and Support.

Using the keyboard

Depending on your model, your computer comes with either a standard keyboard or a fingerprint reader keyboard. The Microsoft Windows shortcut keys are provided on both keyboard types.

This section provides information about the following topics:

“Using Windows shortcut keys” on page 15

“Using the blue ThinkVantage button” on page 16

“Using a fingerprint reader” on page 16

Using Windows shortcut keys

Both the standard keyboard and the fingerprint reader keyboard provide three keys you can use with your Microsoft Windows operating system.

The two Start menu keys are located beside the Alt key on either side of the spacebar. They feature the Windows logo. When you press either, the Windows Start menu opens. The style of the Windows logo varies depending on the keyboard type.

The context-menu key is located next to the Ctrl key on the right side of the Spacebar. Pressing the context-menu key opens the context menu for the active program, icon, or object.

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4485, 4514, 4480, 4471, 4496 specifications

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