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Lenovo 114155U Front view, ThinkPad Edge E420 front view, UltraConnect wireless antennas left

Models: 114155U E420 E520

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Front view

Front view

ThinkPad Edge E420 front view

Figure 1. ThinkPad Edge E420 front view

			UltraConnect wireless antennas (left)				Integrated high sensitivity webcam
	1		UltraConnect wireless antennas (left)		2		Integrated high sensitivity webcam

			Built-in microphone				UltraConnect wireless antennas (right)
	3		Built-in microphone		4		UltraConnect wireless antennas (right)

			Power switch				Fingerprint reader
	5		Power switch		6		Fingerprint reader

			System-status indicators (illuminated ThinkPad logo)				Built-in stereo speaker (right)
	7		System-status indicators (illuminated ThinkPad logo)		8		Built-in stereo speaker (right)

			TrackPoint pointing stick				TrackPoint buttons
	9		TrackPoint pointing stick		10		TrackPoint buttons

			Touch pad buttons				Touch pad
	11		Touch pad buttons		12		Touch pad

			Built-in stereo speaker (left)				Bluetooth antenna
	13		Built-in stereo speaker (left)		14		Bluetooth antenna

			Volume control buttons
	15		Volume control buttons

1UltraConnect™ wireless antennas (left)

4UltraConnect wireless antennas (right)

The built-in antennas for the wireless communication are located at the top left and top right portions of your computer display.

For details, refer to the instructions in “Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas” on page 164.

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Integrated high sensitivity webcam

Your computer may have an integrated high sensitivity webcam. By using this camera, you can take pictures or hold a video conference.

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Lenovo 114155U, E520 manual Front view, ThinkPad Edge E420 front view, UltraConnect wireless antennas left

Contents

ThinkPad Edge E420 and E520 User GuideSafety and Warranty Guide Regulatory Notice “Important safety information” on page Appendix C “Notices” on pageContents Chapter 2. Using your computerRead this first Chapter 1. Product OverviewChapter 5. Recovery overview Appendix C. Notices Appendix A. Regulatory informationAppendix B. WEEE and recycling statements iv User Guide Read this first Protect yourself from the heat generated by the ac power adapterProtect yourself from the heat that your computer generates Prevent your computer from getting wetImportant safety information Protect your computer and data when moving itHandle your computer gently Carry your computer carefullyConditions that require immediate action Safety guidelinesService and upgrades DANGER Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away viii User GuideDANGER Power cords and power adaptersExtension cords and related devices Power supply statement Plugs and outletsExternal devices DANGERRechargeable battery notice BatteriesReplace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo Keep the battery pack away from fireLithium coin cell battery notice DANGER Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replacedDispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations Do not Throw or immerse into water Heat to more than 100C 212FHeat and product ventilation Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35 C 95 FDANGER Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged inElectrical current safety information Laser compliance statementDANGER To avoid a shock hazardUsing headphones or earphones Additional safety informationLiquid crystal display LCD notice DANGER Do not connect phone line while using tablet modeNotice for users in the U.S.A Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators Chapter 1. Product OverviewFront view ThinkPad Edge E420 front view1 UltraConnect wireless antennas left 4 UltraConnect wireless antennas rightPower switch System-status indicators illuminated ThinkPad logoBluetooth antenna Volume control buttons4 User Guide ThinkPad Edge E520 front viewIntegrated high sensitivity webcam Power switch System-status indicators illuminated ThinkPad logoBluetooth antenna Built-in microphoneRight-side view Volume control buttonsAlways On USB connector Always On USB connectorLeft-side view Power jackMonitor connector Optical driveUSB connectors eSATA/USB combo connectorHDMI port Combo audio jackBottom view BatteryPCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless WAN Memory-upgrade slotRear view PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAXEthernet connector Hard disk driveStatus indicators Fan louvers rearSystem-status indicators 12 User GuidePower-status indicators On-screen indicatorsLocating important product information Machine type and model labelFCC ID and IC Certification number label 14 User GuideFeatures ThinkPad Edge E420 features Certificate of Authenticity labelMemory ThinkPad Edge E520 features 18 User Guide Specifications ThinkPad Edge E420 specificationsThinkPad Edge E520 specifications Operating environment ThinkVantage technologies and softwareAccessing applications in Windows Access Connections Lenovo Solutions Center Active Protection SystemFingerprint Software Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolsPassword Manager Power ManagerProduct Recovery Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolboxRescue and Recovery System UpdateThinkVantage GPS For Windows XP Click Start All Programs ThinkVantage System UpdateChapter 2. Using your computer Frequently asked questionsRegistering your computer On the go and need to use battery power more effectively?Special keys and buttons Getting connected in different locations is a challenge?Need to give presentations or attach an external monitor often? Need to attach or replace a device?ThinkPad Edge E420 special keys Volume and mute keysSpeaker mute F1 Speaker volume down F2 Speaker volume up F3 1. Click Start Control PanelDisplay management keys Switching a display output location F6 Wireless radio control key F9Microphone mute F4 Camera mute F5ThinkPad Edge E520 special keys Volume and mute keysSpeaker mute F1 Speaker volume down F2 Speaker volume up F3 Windows keyDisplay management keys Switching a display output location F6 Wireless radio control key F9Camera mute F5 Display brightness down F7Using the UltraNav pointing device Using the TrackPoint pointing deviceChanging the UltraNav settings Numeric keypadCustomizing the TrackPoint Changing the capCustomizing the touch pad Using the touch padUsing the multi-touch touch pad Behavior of the UltraNav and an external mouse Adding the UltraNav icon to the system tray2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Mouse Disabling the TrackPoint or the touch padPower management Checking battery statusUsing the ac power adapter Connecting the ac power adapterCharging the battery Maximizing battery lifeManaging your battery power Tips on using the ac power adapterPower-saving modes For Windows XP Click Start All Programs ThinkVantage Power ManagerIntroducing the power-saving modes 2. Select Power off displayHandling the battery 1. Click Start Control Panel Performance and MaintenanceEnabling the battery alarm 2. Click the Global Power Settings tabReplace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo Keep the battery pack away from fireDANGER Do not expose it to excessive heat Do not expose it to water or rainConnecting to the network Wireless connectionsEthernet connections Wireless LANMaking wireless LAN connections Using wireless WAN connectionsTips for using the wireless LAN feature Wireless networking setupUsing Bluetooth 2. Select Send To Bluetooth DevicesUsing Bluetooth for the first time on your computer Using the Microsoft Bluetooth software4. Click Bluetooth Devices 6. Click Learn more about Bluetooth SettingsUsing ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate Software Bluetooth ConfigurationInstalling the Microsoft Bluetooth software in Windows XP 2. Click Start Control Panel 3. Click Add or Remove Programsc. Select Search for the best driver in those locations 44 User GuideUsing WiMAX Checking wireless connection status2. Click Performance and Maintenance then click System Access Connections Gauge WindowsAccess Connections icon and wireless status icon 46 User GuideUsing a projector or external display Changing display settingsEnabling or disabling the wireless feature 2. Click Power On Wireless RadioConnecting a projector or external display Attaching an external monitorConnecting an external monitor 3. Under Font Size, click Large Fonts or Extra Large FontsSetting the monitor types 5. Set Resolution 6. Click Advanced Settings11. Click Update Driver 13. Clear the Show compatible hardware check boxUsing dual displays Using the Extend desktop functionEnabling the Extend desktop function Considerations for using the Extend desktop functionUsing audio features Using an integrated camera Using optical driveConfiguring for sound recording MultiBurner drive2. Click Hardware and Sound Using a flash media CardInserting a flash media card Removing a flash media card Right-click Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media iconErgonomic information Accessibility and comfortChapter 3. You and your computer Questions about vision? Adjusting your computer to fit youWhat if you are traveling? Accessibility information Traveling with your computerTravel tips 2. Click Ease of Access 3. Click Ease of Access CenterTravel accessories Travel tips on airplanesAttaching a mechanical lock Using passwordsChapter 4. Security Passwords and sleep standby mode Typing passwordsPower-on password Setting a power-on passwordHard disk passwords Changing or removing the power-on passwordSetting a hard disk password 7. Select Hard Disk 1 PasswordChanging or removing a hard disk password Supervisor password Setting a supervisor passwordChanging or removing the supervisor password Hard disk security7. Select Supervisor Password Using a fingerprint reader Disk Encryption hard disk driveEnrolling your fingerprint Swiping your finger over the readerCare for the fingerprint reader 66 User GuideProtecting data against viruses Using and understanding firewallsNotice on deleting data from your hard disk drive 68 User Guide Chapter 5. Recovery overview Creating and using recovery mediaCreating recovery media Using recovery mediaPerforming backup and recovery operations Performing a backup operationPerforming a recovery operation 4. On the Rescue and Recovery menu, click Restore your system72 User Guide Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon Creating a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumUsing a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device driversReinstalling preinstalled applications Solving recovery problems 76 User Guide Static electricity prevention Replacing the batteryChapter 6. Replacing devices Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by LenovoKeep the battery pack away from fire Replacing the battery installed in the battery space of your computerReplacement instructions Replacing the hard disk drivePrerequisites for the procedure 4. Loosen the screws 1 , and then remove the cover5. Remove the screws 80 User Guide6. Remove the hard disk drive by lifting its upper side Replacing the optical drive ThinkPad Edge E420 82 User GuideChapter 6. Replacing devices To install a repaired drive or a new one, do as follows5. Loosen the screw 6. Pull out the drive 84 User Guide 2. Reinstall the screw4. Put the battery in place ThinkPad Edge E520 86 User Guide Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WANPrerequisites for the procedure DANGER Replacement instructions DANGER6. Remove the screw 1 . The card pops up2 . Remove the card 88 User Guide1 . Pivot the 9. Attach the cover1 , pivot it downwards, and then tighten the screws Chapter 6. Replacing devicesPrerequisites for the procedure DANGER DANGERReplacing a PCI Express Mini Card 90 User Guide6. Remove the screw 1 . The card pops up2 . Remove the card Chapter 6. Replacing devices1 . Pivot the 9. Attach the cover1 , pivot it downwards, and then tighten the screws 92 User GuideReplacing memory Replacing memoryPrerequisites for the procedure 8. Pivot the SO-DIMM downward until it snaps into place Replacing the keyboard ThinkPad Edge E420Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER DANGER4. Loosen the screws 1 , and then remove the cover 5. Remove the screws 1 andin the drawing to unlatch the front side of the 96 User Guideby flipping the connectors Installing the keyboardTo install the keyboard, do the following 1. Attach the cables 7. Remove the cables been removed98 User Guide 4. Reinstall the screws3. Slide the keyboard as shown by the arrows ThinkPad Edge E520 Removing the keyboard100 User Guide 5. Remove the screws 1 andin the drawing to unlatch the front side of the by flipping the connectors Installing the keyboardTo install the keyboard, do the following 1. Attach the cables 7. Remove the cables been removed3. Slide the keyboard as shown by the arrows 102 User GuideReplacing the SIM card Replacement instructions 104 User GuideChapter 7. Enhancing your computer Finding ThinkPad options106 User Guide Chapter 8. Advanced configuration Installing a new operating systemBefore you begin Country or region CodeInstalling the Windows 7 Update Module Package Installing Windows3. Select UEFI/Legacy Boot Installing Windows XP 5. Select Enable for OS Detection for Switchable Graphics4. Select Integrated Graphics for Graphics Device 5. Select Serial ATA SATA3. Select Serial ATA SATA 4. Select Compatibility 14. Select Serial ATA SATAInstalling device drivers Installing the driver for 4-in-1 media card readerInstalling ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 3. Click Change display settings 4. Click Advanced SettingsInstalling Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 Installing drivers and software9. Select Install from a list or specific location Advanced 11. Select Dont search, I will choose the driver to installThinkPad Setup Config menuSupervisor Password Date and time menuSecurity menu Startup menu Lock UEFI Settings Set Minimum Length Password at unattended bootPassword at restart Power-On Password Hard Disk x Password Changing the startup sequenceThinkPad Setup items Restart menuBoot submenu Other items in the Startup menuConfig menu items Disabled means that the function is not configuredDefault values are in boldface 118 User Guide Table 4. Config menu items continuedadjusts power management Menu item Security menu items Table 5. Security menu itemsMenu item Startup menu items Table 6. Startup menu itemsUpdating your system UEFI BIOS 124 User Guide Chapter 9. Preventing problems General tips for preventing problemsGetting the latest drivers from the Web site Getting the latest drivers using System UpdateMaking sure device drivers are current Taking care of your computer Be careful about where and how you work DANGERBe gentle with your computer Carry your computer properlyCleaning the cover of your computer Take care in setting passwordsCare for the fingerprint reader Register your computerCleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer display130 User Guide Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems Diagnosing problemsUsing the Lenovo Solution Center program Using the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox programUsing the Lenovo Support Web site TroubleshootingComputer stops responding If you spill something on your computer Error messagesSpills on the keyboard Message 0188 Invalid RFID Serialization Information Area Message 0250 System battery error 136 User Guide Errors without messages Beep errors Memory problemsEthernet problems NetworkingA wireless LAN problem 2. Click Performance and Maintenance, and then click SystemSolution 2. Click Hardware and SoundA wireless WAN problem Bluetooth problems4. Click Bluetooth Devices 6. Click Learn more about Bluetooth SettingsProblem You cannot connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device 4. Select PIM Synchronization, and click Configure 3. Click the Performance and Maintenance icon2. Click Start Control Panel 142 User GuideUltraNav problems Keyboard problemsKeyboard and other pointing devices 2. Click Hardware and SoundComputer screen problems Display and multimedia devices2. Click Advanced Settings 4. Click AdvancedExternal monitor problems 3. Click Advanced Settings5. Click Advanced Settings 10. Click Update Driver15. Set Resolution 3. Click Advanced5. Click Advanced Settings 6. Click Advanced9. Click Properties 15. Clear the Show compatible hardware check box148 User Guide 6. Click Advanced5. Select the Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor check box Audio problems 1. Click Start Control Panel 2. Click Performance and Maintenance1. Click Start Control Panel 2. Click Hardware and Sound 4. Double-click Sound, video and game controllers150 User Guide 1. Click Start Control Panel 2. Click Hardware and Sound3. Click Properties Battery problems Fingerprint reader problemsBattery and power AC power adapter problems Power problemsSleep standby and hibernation problems A power button problemStartup problems Drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive problemsOptical drive problems 3. Click Properties 5. Clear the check box for Enable CD recording on this drive1. Click Start My Computer Software problems Ports and connectorsUniversal Serial Bus problems 1. Click Start Control Panel 2. Click Hardware and Sound2. Click Performance and Maintenance, and click System 1. Click Start Control Panel158 User Guide Download system updates Chapter 11. Getting supportBefore you contact Lenovo Register your computerGetting help and service Using diagnostic programsLenovo support Web site Product & Service WarrantyTelephone numbers Purchasing additional servicesCalling Lenovo 162 User Guide Wireless related information Appendix A. Regulatory informationWireless interoperability Usage environment and your healthLocation of the UltraConnect wireless antennas Type 1 Antenna locationLocating wireless regulatory notices Type 2 Antenna locationExport classification notice Electronic emission noticesFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statementGerman Class B compliance statement Korea Class B compliance statementDeutschsprachiger EU Hinweis DeutschlandLenovo product service information for Taiwan Japan VCCI Class B compliance statementAdditional regulatory information 168 User GuideAppendix B. WEEE and recycling statements EU WEEE statementsJapan recycling statements Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitorBattery recycling information for Taiwan Recycling information for BrazilDisposing a disused battery pack from Lenovo notebook computers Disposing of a Lenovo computer componentsAppendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Battery recycling information for the United States and CanadaBattery recycling information for the European Union 172 User Guide Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing Appendix C. NoticesLenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One Trademarks Page Part Number 1P P/N