Advanced configuration | Lenovo L330 guide

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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Contents

User Guide Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice Second Edition January Copyright Lenovo 2012 Contents 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 damaged Important safety information Protect your computer and data when moving itHandle your computer gently Carry your computer carefully Safety guidelines Service and upgradesConditions that require immediate action Vii Power 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 ventilation Electrical current safety information Using headphones or earphones Additional safety informationLiquid crystal display LCD notice Remove all cables from devices Do 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 camera Right-side view Always On USB connectorCombo audio jack Video graphics array VGA connector Ac power connectorLeft-side view Hdmi port Ethernet connector USB 3.0 connectorsBottom view Fan louvers left Status indicators System status indicators Power status indicator Indicators on the screen Caps Lock indicatorWireless status indicator Locating important product information FCC ID and IC Certification number label Features Certificate of Authenticity label Specifications 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 Center Password Manager Power ManagerRecovery Media OneKey Recovery Pro Frequently 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 tab Speaker mute F1 Speaker volume down F2 Speaker volume up F3 Switching the display output location F6Wireless radio control key F9 Microphone mute F4 Using the UltraNav pointing device Using the TrackPoint pointing deviceMultimedia controls Windows key Customizing the TrackPoint pointing device Changing the cap Using 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 pad Using the ac power adapter Charging the batteryConnecting the ac power adapter Tips on using the ac power adapter Managing the battery power Maximizing the battery lifePower-saving modes Handling the battery Wireless offClick Administrative Tools Click the Global Power Settings tab User Guide Connecting to the network Wireless connectionsWireless LAN Ethernet connections Establishing a wireless connection Tips for using the wireless LAN featureWireless WAN Tips for using the wireless WAN feature Using Bluetooth Wireless network setupSending data to a Bluetooth-enabled device Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Access 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 icon Connecting a projector or an external monitor Attaching an external monitor Using dual displays Using the Extend desktop functionConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function Considerations for attaching an external monitor Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Using audio featuresSwitching the Graphics Processing Unit Select Extend these displays in Multiple Displays Configuring 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 icon Using your computer User Guide You and your computer Accessibility and comfortErgonomic information Accessibility information Comfort Travel accessories Traveling with your computerTravel tips Assistive technologies User Guide Using passwords Passwords and sleep modeTyping passwords Security Power-on password Hard disk passwordsSetting a power-on password Select Power-on Password Setting a hard disk password Select Hard Disk 1 Password Supervisor password Changing or removing a hard disk password Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password Select Supervisor Password Hard disk security Using firewalls Protecting data against viruses User Guide Recovery overview Recovery overview for Windows 7 modelsCreating and using a recovery media Creating recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Performing a backup operation Using 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 backup Using 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 drivers Recovery overview for Windows 8 models Refreshing your computer Recovery 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 module User 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 Code Installing 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 Properties ThinkPad Setup Main menu Config menu Disabled DefaultMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Keyboard/Mouse Switchable Graphics PowerBattery Optimized Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Display Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Beep and Alarm Select Compatibility modeDate/Time menu Security menu Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Password Password at unattended Uefi Bios Update Option Password at restartMemory Protection Port Access Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Virtualization Permanently Disabled Secure BootUser Mode Standard Mode Startup 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 site Be careful about where and how you work Be gentle with your computerCarry your computer properly Handle storage media and drives properly Cleaning the cover of your computer Take care in setting passwordsCleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer display Preventing problems User Guide Troubleshooting computer problems Diagnosing problemsTroubleshooting Computer stops responding Spills 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 Keyboard Problems with the display and multimedia devices Computer screen problems External monitor problems Set Resolution Click Hardware and Sound Audio problemsDouble-clickSound, video and game controllers Battery and power problems Battery problems An ac power adapter problem Power problems Boot problems Power button problemSleep and hibernation problems Problems with drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive problems Software problem Problems with ports and connectorsSolid-state drive problem USB problem User Guide Getting support Before you contact Lenovo Getting help and service Using diagnostic programsLenovo Support Web site Calling Lenovo Finding ThinkPad options Purchasing additional servicesTelephone numbers User Guide Wireless related information Wireless interoperabilityAppendix A. Regulatory information 131 Usage 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 Conformity Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement German Class B compliance statement Appendix A. Regulatory information User Guide Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements Important Weee informationRecycling information for Japan 137 Recycling 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 141 Click OK Appendix D. Notices 143 Trademarks China RoHS Turkish RoHS European Union RoHS145 Ukraine RoHS India RoHS