ThinkCentre M73 User Guide | Lenovo manual

•For Windows 8:

1.Move the pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Click Settings ➙ Change PC settings ➙ General.

2.In the Advanced startup section, click Restart now ➙ Troubleshoot ➙ Advanced options.

3.Restart your computer following the instructions on the screen.

•For Windows 8.1:

1.Move the pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Click Settings ➙ Change PC settings ➙ Update and recovery ➙ Recovery.

2.In the Advanced startup section, click Restart now ➙ Troubleshoot ➙ Advanced options.

3.Restart your computer following the instructions on the screen.

Recovering your operating system if Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 fails to start

The Windows recovery environment on your computer is capable of operating independently from the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system. This enables you to recover or repair the operating system even if the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system fails to start.

After two consecutive failed boot attempts, the Windows recovery environment starts automatically. Then you can choose repair and recovery options by following the instructions on the screen.

Note: Ensure that your computer is connected to ac power during the recovery process.

For more details about the recovery solutions provided on computers preinstalled with the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system, refer to the help information system of the Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 operating system.

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Contents

ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Second Edition November Copyright Lenovo Contents Recovery information Appendix A. Notices 123 Iv ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Service and upgrades Important safety informationStatic electricity prevention Power cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices External devices Plugs and outletsHeat and product ventilation Modem safety information Operating environment Cleaning and maintenance Power supply statementLaser compliance statement ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Features Product overview System management features Connectivity Input/Output I/O features Power supplySecurity features Preinstalled software programs Preinstalled operating system Linux Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system SpecificationsLenovo programs Accessing Lenovo programs from Control Panel Program Icon name Communications Utility An introduction to Lenovo programsFingerprint Software Lenovo Settings Lenovo Solution CenterPassword Manager Power Manager Locations System UpdateView Management Utility Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Connector Description That use a DisplayPort connector Locating components Component locations Locating parts on the system board System board part locations Locating internal drives Drive bay locations Machine type and model label Machine type and model label ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Frequently asked questions Using your computerWhere can I find help about the Windows operating system? Navigating on Windows Using your computer Click Settings Click Control Panel Using Windows shortcut keys Using the keyboardUsing a fingerprint reader Using the wheel mouse Adjusting audioSetting the volume from the desktop Adding the volume icon to the taskbar Setting the volume from Control Panel Using CDs and DVDsSound section, click Adjust system volume Taskbar section, click Customize icons on the taskbar Playing a CD or DVD Handling and storing CD and DVD mediaRecording a CD or DVD Using your computer ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Accessibility and comfort You and your computerArranging your workspace Comfort Air circulation Glare and lightingElectrical outlets and cable lengths Registering your computer Voltage-selection switchMoving your computer to another country or region Replacement power cords Security features Security Installing a padlock Locking the computer cover Bios passwords Using passwordsAttaching a Kensington-style cable lock Windows passwords Configuring the fingerprint readerUsing and understanding firewalls Protecting data against viruses Security ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Installing or replacing hardware Installing or replacing hardwareInstalling external options Handling static-sensitive devices Removing and reinstalling the front bezel Removing the computer cover What to do next Removing the front bezel Accessing the system board components and drives Pivoting the drive bay assembly upward Installing or replacing a memory module Lowering the drive bay assembly Removing a memory module Installing or replacing a PCI Express card Installing a memory module Removing a PCI Express card Replacing the battery Installing a PCI Express card Removing the old battery Replacing the hard disk drive Pivoting the drive bay assembly Connecting a Sata hard disk drive Replacing the solid-state drive Replacing the solid-state drive in the hard disk drive bay Removing the solid-state drive from the storage converter Installing the solid-state drive into the storage converter Removing the solid-state drive bracket Installing the solid-state drive into the bracket Installing or replacing the optical drive Removing the optical drive screws Slide the optical drive out of the front of the computer Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly Installing the optical drive Removing the heat sink fan duct Removing the heat sink and fan assembly Replacing the power supply assembly Installing the heat sink fan duct Removing the heat sink fan duct Removing the power supply assembly Installing the power supply assembly Replacing the microprocessor Accessing the microprocessor Replacing the front audio and USB assembly Installing the microprocessor Replacing the system fan assembly Removing the front audio and USB assembly Removing the system fan assembly Replacing the WiFi units Installing the system fan assembly Removing the WiFi adapter card Disconnecting the Bluetooth cable Removing the WiFi card module Removing the WiFi adapter card Installing the WiFi units Removing the screws that secure the WiFi card module Installing the WiFi card module Installing or removing the rear WiFi antenna Installing the rear WiFi antenna Removing the rear WiFi antenna Installing the rear WiFi antenna Installing or removing the front WiFi antenna Installing the front WiFi antenna Removing the front WiFi antenna Installing the front WiFi antenna Removing the front WiFi antenna Replacing the keyboard Keyboard connectors Replacing the mouse Completing the parts replacement Reinstalling the computer cover Obtaining device drivers Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system Recovery informationCreating and using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Creating recovery mediaUsing recovery media Performing a backup operation Performing a recovery operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspaceClick the Restore your system from a backup icon Using a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumCreating a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled applications Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device driversReinstalling preinstalled device drivers Reinstalling device drivers Reinstalling software programsSolving recovery problems Using the advanced startup options Resetting your computer to the factory default settingsRefreshing your computer ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Starting the Setup Utility program Using the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Password considerations Power-On PasswordAdministrator Password Hard Disk Password Erasing lost or forgotten passwords clearing Cmos Enabling or disabling a device Enabling ErP compliance mode Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting or changing the startup device sequence Disabled ICE performance modeICE thermal alert Exiting from the Setup Utility program Updating flashing the Bios from a disc Using system programsUpdating system programs Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure Updating flashing the Bios from your operating systemClick Download Drivers & Software Click Use Quick Path Preventing problems Keeping your computer currentGetting the latest device drivers for your computer Updating your operating system Using System Update Basics Cleaning your computer ComputerKeyboard Optical mouse Cleaning a glass-screen surface Good maintenance practicesMoving your computer Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting and diagnostics101 Troubleshooting procedure Troubleshooting Audio problems No audio in Windows Sound comes from one external speaker only CD problemsNo audio in DOS applications or games CD or DVD does not work DVD problemsBlack screen instead of DVD video DVD movie will not play No audio or intermittent audio while playing DVD moviePlayback is very slow or choppy Invalid disc or no disc found message Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device problems Intermittent problemsAll or some keys on the keyboard do not work Wireless keyboard does not work Mouse or pointing device does not workPointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse Fingerprint reader does not work Monitor problems Wrong characters appear on the screen Image appears to be flickering Networking problemsImage is discolored Your computer cannot connect to the network Ethernet problemsClick Start Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Wake on LAN feature is not working Wireless LAN problemAdapter stops working for no apparent reason Option problems Wireless WAN problemBluetooth problem An option that was just installed does not work Performance and lockup problems Click Disk CleanupInsufficient free hard disk drive space Click Start Computer Click Programs Click Turn Windows features on or off Click Disk Cleanup Click Clean up system filesPrograms and Features area, click the Clean up button Excessive number of fragmented files Serial port problems Printer problemsInsufficient memory Software problems Software does not work as expected USB problems Lenovo Solution Center Getting information, help, and service Help and service Using the documentation and diagnostic programCalling for service Lenovo Support Web site Using other services Purchasing additional services ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Appendix A. Notices 123 Trademarks Appendix B. Regulatory information Export classification noticeTelevision output notice Electronic emissions notices Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement Eurasian compliance mark Additional regulatory information ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Appendix C. Weee and recycling information Important Weee informationRecycling information for Japan 129 Recycling information for Brazil Appendix C. Weee and recycling information ThinkCentre M73 User Guide China RoHS Turkish RoHS European Union RoHS133 Ukraine RoHS India RoHS Appendix E. China Energy Label 135 ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Appendix F. Energy Star model information 137 ThinkCentre M73 User Guide Index 139 Solid-state drive System fan assembly Rescue and Recovery 141 ThinkCentre M73 User Guide