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Lenovo L330 manual Advanced configuration

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Static electricity prevention	61
Replacing the battery	61
Replacing the SIM card	63
Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive .	64
Replacing a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless
LAN connection	67
Replacing a PCI Express Half Mini Card for
wireless WAN connection	70
Replacing a memory module	73
Replacing the keyboard	75
Replacing the backup battery	80

Chapter 7. Advanced configuration . .	83
Installing a new operating system	83
Before you begin	83
Installing the Windows 7 operating system . .	84
Installing the Windows 8 operating system . .	85
Installing device drivers	85
Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card
reader	85
Installing the driver for USB 3.0 on the
Windows 7 operating system	86
Installing the ThinkPad monitor file for
Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 on the Windows 7
operating system	86
Installing other drivers and software on the
Windows 7 operating system	86
ThinkPad Setup	87
Main menu	87
Config menu	88
Date/Time menu	91
Security menu	91
Startup menu	96
Restart menu	98
Updating your system UEFI BIOS	99

Chapter 8. Preventing problems . . 101

General tips for preventing problems . . . . . . 101 Making sure device drivers are current . . . . . 102 Taking care of your computer . . . . . . . . . 102 Cleaning the cover of your computer . . . . 104

Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Diagnosing problems	107
Troubleshooting	107
Computer stops responding	107
Spills on the keyboard	108
Error messages	108
Errors without messages	112
Beep errors	113
Memory module problems	113

Networking problems	114
Problems with the keyboard and other pointing
devices	116
Problems with the display and multimedia
devices	117
Battery and power problems	121
Problems with drives and other storage
devices	124
A software problem	125
Problems with ports and connectors . . . .	125

Chapter 10. Getting support . . . .	127
Before you contact Lenovo	127
Getting help and service	128
Using diagnostic programs	128
Lenovo Support Web site	128
Calling Lenovo	128
Finding ThinkPad options	129
Purchasing additional services	129
Appendix A. Regulatory
information	131
Wireless related information	131
Location of the UltraConnect wireless
antennas	132
Locating wireless regulatory notices . . . .	133
Export classification notice	133
Electronic emission notices	133
Federal Communications Commission
Declaration of Conformity	133
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance
statement	134
European Union - Compliance to the
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive . . .	134
German Class B compliance statement . . .	134
Korea Class B compliance statement . . . .	135
Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement . . 135
Japan compliance statement for products
which connect to the power mains with
rated current less than or equal to 20 A per
phase	135
Lenovo product service information for
Taiwan	135
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling
statements	137
Important WEEE information	137
Recycling information for Japan	137
Recycling information for Brazil	138
Battery recycling information for the European
Union	138
Battery recycling information for Taiwan	139
Battery recycling information for the United States
and Canada	139

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Lenovo L330 manual Advanced configuration

Contents

User Guide Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice Second Edition January Copyright Lenovo 2012Contents Advanced configuration Iii Iv User Guide Read this first Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generatesPrevent your computer from getting wet Protect the cables from being damagedImportant safety information Protect your computer and data when moving itHandle your computer gently Carry your computer carefullySafety guidelines Service and upgradesConditions that require immediate action ViiPower cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices Power supply statementPlugs and outlets Rechargeable battery notice General battery noticeExternal devices Lithium coin cell battery notice Heat and product ventilationElectrical current safety information Using headphones or earphones Additional safety informationLiquid crystal display LCD notice Remove all cables from devicesDo not connect phone line while using tablet mode Product overview Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicatorsFront view System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logo Power buttonBuilt-in microphones Integrated cameraRight-side view Always On USB connectorCombo audio jack Video graphics array VGA connector Ac power connectorLeft-side view Hdmi portEthernet connector USB 3.0 connectorsBottom view Fan louvers leftStatus indicators System status indicatorsPower status indicator Indicators on the screen Caps Lock indicatorWireless status indicator Locating important product informationFCC ID and IC Certification number label Features Certificate of Authenticity labelSpecifications Operating environment Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating systemLenovo programs Program Icon name Accessing Lenovo programs from Control PanelProgram Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Access Connections Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating systemAn introduction to Lenovo programs Client Security Solution Lenovo SettingsLenovo Mobile Access Lenovo Solution CenterPassword Manager Power ManagerRecovery Media OneKey Recovery ProFrequently asked questions Using your computerRegistering your computer Is getting connected in different locations a challenge? Need to attach or replace a device?Select Config Keyboard/Mouse Change to F1-F12 keys Volume and mute keysSpecial keys and buttons Click the ThinkPad F1-F12 keys tabSpeaker mute F1 Speaker volume down F2 Speaker volume up F3 Switching the display output location F6Wireless radio control key F9 Microphone mute F4Using the UltraNav pointing device Using the TrackPoint pointing deviceMultimedia controls Windows keyCustomizing the TrackPoint pointing device Changing the capUsing the multi-touch touch pad Using the touch padCustomizing the touch pad Power management Checking the battery statusAdding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area Disabling the TrackPoint or the touch padUsing the ac power adapter Charging the batteryConnecting the ac power adapter Tips on using the ac power adapterManaging the battery power Maximizing the battery lifePower-saving modes Handling the battery Wireless offClick Administrative Tools Click the Global Power Settings tabUser Guide Connecting to the network Wireless connectionsWireless LAN Ethernet connectionsEstablishing a wireless connection Tips for using the wireless LAN featureWireless WAN Tips for using the wireless WAN featureUsing Bluetooth Wireless network setupSending data to a Bluetooth-enabled device Select Send To Bluetooth DevicesAccess Connections gauge Checking the wireless network connection statusAccess Connections status icon Using a projector or an external display Changing display settingsEnabling or disabling the wireless features Access Connections wireless status iconConnecting a projector or an external monitor Attaching an external monitorUsing dual displays Using the Extend desktop functionConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function Considerations for attaching an external monitorUsing the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Using audio featuresSwitching the Graphics Processing Unit Select Extend these displays in Multiple DisplaysConfiguring for sound recording Using the integrated cameraConfiguring camera settings Using a flash media card Inserting a flash media cardRemoving a flash media card Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media iconUsing your computer User Guide You and your computer Accessibility and comfortErgonomic information Accessibility information ComfortTravel accessories Traveling with your computerTravel tips Assistive technologiesUser Guide Using passwords Passwords and sleep modeTyping passwords SecurityPower-on password Hard disk passwordsSetting a power-on password Select Power-on PasswordSetting a hard disk password Select Hard Disk 1 PasswordSupervisor password Changing or removing a hard disk passwordSetting, changing, or removing a supervisor password Select Supervisor PasswordHard disk security Using firewalls Protecting data against virusesUser Guide Recovery overview Recovery overview for Windows 7 modelsCreating and using a recovery media Creating recovery mediaPerforming backup and recovery operations Performing a backup operationUsing the OneKey Recovery Pro workspace Performing a recovery operationClick the Restore your system from a backup icon Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backupUsing a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers Solving recovery problemsReinstalling preinstalled programs Reinstalling preinstalled device driversRecovery overview for Windows 8 models Refreshing your computerRecovery overview User Guide Replacing devices Replacing the batteryStatic electricity prevention User Guide Replacing the SIM card Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive Replacing devices User Guide Before you start, print these instructions User Guide Replacing devices Before you start, print these instructions Replacing devices User Guide Replacing a memory module Replacing a memory moduleUser Guide Replacing the keyboard User Guide Replacing devices Installing the keyboard Replacing devices Replacing the backup battery Replacing devices User Guide Installing a new operating system Advanced configurationBefore you begin Installing the Windows 7 operating system Select UEFI/Legacy BootInstalling the registry patches for Windows Country or region CodeInstalling device drivers Installing the Windows 8 operating systemInstalling the driver for the 4-in-1 media card reader Click Change display settings Click Advanced Settings Click PropertiesThinkPad Setup Main menuConfig menu Disabled DefaultMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Keyboard/MouseSwitchable Graphics PowerBattery Optimized Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments DisplayMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Beep and Alarm Select Compatibility modeDate/Time menu Security menuMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Password Password at unattendedUefi Bios Update Option Password at restartMemory Protection Port Access Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments VirtualizationPermanently Disabled Secure BootUser Mode Standard ModeStartup menu Boot submenuChanging the startup sequence Other items on the Startup menu Restart menu Updating your system Uefi Bios User Guide General tips for preventing problems Preventing problems101 Getting the latest drivers using System Update Making sure device drivers are currentTaking care of your computer Getting the latest drivers from the Web siteBe careful about where and how you work Be gentle with your computerCarry your computer properly Handle storage media and drives properlyCleaning the cover of your computer Take care in setting passwordsCleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer displayPreventing problems User Guide Troubleshooting computer problems Diagnosing problemsTroubleshooting Computer stops respondingSpills on the keyboard Error messagesIf you spill something on your computer Troubleshooting computer problems User Guide Troubleshooting computer problems Errors without messages Memory module problems Beep errorsProblem Solution Ethernet problems Networking problemsSolution Wireless WAN problem Wireless LAN problemBluetooth problems Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices UltraNav pointing device problemsKeyboard problems Click KeyboardProblems with the display and multimedia devices Computer screen problemsExternal monitor problems Set Resolution Click Hardware and Sound Audio problemsDouble-clickSound, video and game controllers Battery and power problems Battery problemsAn ac power adapter problem Power problemsBoot problems Power button problemSleep and hibernation problems Problems with drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive problemsSoftware problem Problems with ports and connectorsSolid-state drive problem USB problemUser Guide Getting support Before you contact LenovoGetting help and service Using diagnostic programsLenovo Support Web site Calling LenovoFinding ThinkPad options Purchasing additional servicesTelephone numbers User Guide Wireless related information Wireless interoperabilityAppendix A. Regulatory information 131Usage environment and your health Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennasType 1 Antenna location Locating wireless regulatory notices Export classification noticeElectronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of ConformityIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement German Class B compliance statementAppendix A. Regulatory information User Guide Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements Important Weee informationRecycling information for Japan 137Recycling information for Brazil Battery recycling information for the European UnionDisposing of Lenovo computer components Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements User Guide Power plan Energy Saver settings when plugged into ac power Appendix C. Energy Star model informationClick Hardware and Sound Device Manager 141Click OK Appendix D. Notices 143Trademarks China RoHS Turkish RoHS European Union RoHS145 Ukraine RoHS India RoHS