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Lenovo 42825BU, NVS-4200M, 4242X04, 42421A0 manual Enhancing your computer

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ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 and ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 (170 W)

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The DisplayPort is for connecting a display device.

The digital visual interface connector is for connecting a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI.

Note: The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. This connector can be used with a computer that supports DVI via docking only.

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The DisplayPort is for connecting a display device.

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The digital visual interface connector is for connecting a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI.

Note: The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. This connector can be used with a computer that supports DVI via docking only.

5The Ethernet connector is for connecting the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 (170 W) to an Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the computer.

Notes:

•You cannot use the Token Ring cable for this connector.

•You can use this connector for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet.

If you attach your computer to the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 (170 W) and use an Ethernet connector, use the Ethernet connector on the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 or the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 (170 W), not the one on the computer.

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The Universal Serial Bus connectors are for connecting USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices.

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The power jack is for connecting the ac power adapter.

Note: For ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 (170 W), use the ac power adapter shipped with your computer.

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The eSATA is for connecting an eSATA device.

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The external monitor connector is for connecting an external monitor.

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Lenovo 42825BU, NVS-4200M, 4242X04, 42421A0 manual Enhancing your computer

Contents

User Guide Second Edition October Copyright Lenovo Safety and Warranty Guide Regulatory NoticeContents Security Iii Troubleshooting Computer problems 227Iv User Guide Protect the cables from being damaged Prevent your computer from getting wetProtect your computer and data when moving it Important safety informationHandle your computer gently Carry your computer carefullyService and upgrades Safety guidelinesConditions that require immediate action ViiViii User Guide Extension cords and related devices Power cords and power adaptersPower supply statement Plugs and outletsExternal devices Batteries Lithium coin cell battery notice Rechargeable battery noticeXiii Heat and product ventilationElectrical current safety information Modem safety information Laser compliance statementLiquid crystal display LCD notice Using headphones or earphones Additional safety informationDo not connect phone line while using tablet mode Product Overview Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicatorsComputer display Front viewPCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX Power switchMemory-upgrade slot Built-in microphone right Built-in microphone leftThinkVantage button System and power-status indicatorsIntegrated camera ThinkLightCapsLock indicator Volume control buttonsFn key Ethernet connector Right-side viewSecurity keyhole Combo audio jack Serial Ultrabay enhancedExpressCard slot Media card reader slotMonitor connector DisplayPort connectorUSB connectors left Left-side viewIeee 1394 connector USB/eSATA combo connectorWireless radio switch Smart card slotDocking connector BatteryBottom view SIM card slotHard disk drive HDD or solid state drive Modem connector Always On USB connector rearPower jack Rear viewFan louvers rear System-status indicators Status indicatorsDevice Access Caps LockBattery status Power-status indicatorsSleep standby in Windows XP status Color sensor statusWireless LAN/Wireless WAN/WiMAX status Bluetooth statusMachine type and model label Locating important product informationFCC ID and IC Certification number label Certificate of Authenticity label Features FeaturesSpecifications ThinkVantage Technologies and software Operating environmentApplication Icon name Accessing applications in WindowsActive Protection System Access ConnectionsLenovo Solution Center Client Security SolutionColor Sensor Utility Fingerprint SoftwareLenovo ThinkVantage Tools Lenovo ThinkVantage ToolboxMessage Center Plus Power Manager Password ManagerRecovery Media Rescue and RecoverySimpleTap System UpdateThinkVantage GPS ThinkVantage Productivity CenterRegister your computer Frequently asked questionsCan I get my user guide in another language? On the go and need to use battery power more effectively?Getting connected in different locations is a challenge? Need to attach or replace a device?ThinkVantage button Special keys and buttonsNumeric keypad Function key combinations Power conservation Fn+F3Fn+F4 Fn+F12Applying a presentation scheme Fn+F7 Other functions Launching the camera and audio settings Fn+F6Speaker mute button Volume control button Microphone mute Volume and mute buttonsSetting the volume Windows key and Application key Windows keyApplication key Using the UltraNav pointing device Customizing the TrackPoint Using the TrackPoint pointing deviceUsing the touch pad Using the multi-touch touch padChanging the cap Adding the UltraNav icon to the system tray Behavior of the UltraNav and an external mouseTips on using the touch panel Using the multitouch panelCleaning the touch panel display Touch panelPower management Checking battery statusUsing the ac power adapter Maximizing battery life Charging the batteryManaging your battery power Power-saving modesClick Start Control Panel Performance and Maintenance Select Fn+F3 Settings Select Power off displayEnabling the battery alarm Click the Global Power Settings tabHandling the battery User Guide Connecting to the network Wireless connectionsEthernet connections Using wireless WAN connections Making wireless LAN connectionsTips for using the wireless LAN feature Wireless networking setupSelect Send To Bluetooth Devices Using BluetoothUsing Bluetooth for the first time on your computer For Windows 7 and Windows VistaClick Start Control Panel Click Printers and Other Hardware Using the Microsoft Bluetooth softwareInstalling the Microsoft Bluetooth software in Windows XP Bluetooth ConfigurationClick Start Run Checking wireless connection status Using WiMAXAccess Connections Gauge Windows Access Connections icon and wireless status iconEnabling or disabling the wireless feature Click Power On Wireless RadioClick Power Off Wireless Radio Using the built-in modem Telephony featuresIndustry standard modem support up to 56 Kbps Running commands Modem commandsCommand format Industry standard fax support up to 14.4 Kbps\Nmode Mode Command Description Syntax Values+FCLASS=Mode +VCID=pmode PmodeIvalue Value Tvalue ValueEvalue Value +GCI=countrycode CountrycodeQvalue Value Vvalue ValueXvalue Value Cvalue ValueDvalue Value Kvalue Value Qvalue ModeMvalue Value +IPR=rate RateHvalue Value Dmodifier ModifierOvalue Value Lvalue ValuePvalue Value Gvalue Value+PCW=value Value +PMH=value Value+PQC=value Value +PMHT=value Value+PSS=value Value Modem result codesQCPS=value Value Numeric Result code DescriptionError Connect 75TX/1200RX Line in USE 167 173 Registers Register Description Range Units Dialup connections Using dialup connectionDialing manually Modem use abroadUser Guide Presentations and multimedia Changing display settingsFont size Under Font Size, click Large Fonts or Extra Large FontsConnecting a projector or external display Connecting an external monitorAttaching an external monitor Set Resolution Click Advanced Settings Setting the monitor typesClick Advanced Clear the Show compatible hardware check boxConsiderations for attaching an external monitor Using the DVI monitorUsing the DisplayPort connector Setting up a presentationProjecting video Considerations for attaching a DVI monitorUsing the Extend desktop function Using dual displaysPlaying sound Enabling the Extend desktop functionUsing the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Using a color profile Using audio featuresSwitching the Graphics Processing Unit Using an integrated camera Beam Forming featureConfiguring for sound recording Using the ThinkLight feature Using the optical driveUsing the media card reader Click Hardware and Sound Right-clickSafely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon Removing an ExpressCard, a flash media card, or a smart cardUser Guide Ergonomic information Accessibility and comfortWhat if you are traveling? Adjusting your computer to fit youClick Ease of Access Click Ease of Access Center Accessibility informationClick Accessibility Options FullScreen Magnifier functionTraveling with your computer Travel accessoriesTravel tips Travel tips on airplanesYou and your computer User Guide Attaching a mechanical lock Using passwordsTyping passwords Passwords and sleep standby modePower-on password Setting a power-on passwordHard disk passwords Changing or removing the power-on passwordSetting a hard disk password Changing or removing a hard disk password Supervisor password Setting a supervisor password Select Supervisor PasswordChanging or removing the supervisor password Hard disk security Using Windows BitLocker Drive EncryptionSetting the Security Chip Setting the security chipEnrolling your fingerprint Using a fingerprint readerSwiping your finger over the reader LED behavior of the fingerprint readerLogging on to the system Setting the fingerprint readerCare for the fingerprint reader Protecting data against viruses Using and understanding firewallsUser Guide 111 Creating and using recovery mediaUsing recovery media Creating recovery mediaPerforming a backup operation Performing backup and recovery operationsPerforming a recovery operation On the Rescue and Recovery menu, click Restore your systemUsing the Rescue and Recovery workspace Click the Restore your system from a backup iconRescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup Creating a rescue medium Creating and using a rescue mediumReinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers Using a rescue mediumReinstalling preinstalled applications Reinstalling preinstalled device driversSolving recovery problems User Guide Replacing the battery Static electricity prevention119 To replace the battery, follow the procedures below Using the Extended Life Battery User Guide Replacing devices Removing the backup battery under the keyboard Replacing the backup batteryInstalling the backup battery under the keyboard Replacing the hard disk drive Prerequisites for the procedureReplacing devices User Guide Replacing devices Removing the keyboard Replacing the keyboardReplacing devices Installing the keyboard Replacing devices User Guide Replacing memory T520 and T520i Replacing memoryUser Guide Replacing memory in the slot under the keyboard User Guide Increasing or replacing memory W520 Adding memory in the slot on the underside of the computer Increasing memoryReplacing devices Adding memory to the slot under the keyboard Replacing devices User Guide Replacing devices Replacing memory in the slot under the keyboard Replacing devices Installing and replacing the mSATA solid state drive Remove the screw 1. The card pops up Remove the card User Guide Replacing a PCI Express Mini Card with two connectors User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Replacing a PCI Express Mini Card with three connectors User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Remove the two screws 1. The card pops up Remove the card User Guide Replacing devices Replacing the SIM card Replacing devices Replacing the solid state drive Replacing devices User Guide Replacing devices Replacing the Ultrabay device Finding ThinkPad options Using the serial Ultrabay enhancedPerforming a hot swap 171Performing a warm swap Enhancing your computer Inserting the hard disk drive into the adapter Enhancing your computer Inserting the hard disk drive adapter into the bay Enhancing your computer ThinkPad Port Replicator Series ThinkPad Mini Dock Series User Guide Rear view ThinkPad Mini Dock Series Enhancing your computer User Guide Enhancing your computer User Guide Enhancing your computer User Guide Enhancing your computer Security feature Enhancing your computer Using the system lock key Installing a new operating system Before you begin193 Select UEFI/Legacy Boot Installing WindowsInstalling Registry Patches for Windows Country or region CodeInstalling the Windows 7 Update Module Package Installing Windows VistaInstalling Windows XP Installing Registry Patches for Windows VistaInstalling the Windows Vista Update Module Package Select UEFI/Legacy Boot Select Both or Legacy Only Select Serial ATA SataSelect Serial ATA Sata Select Compatibility Select UEFI/Legacy Boot Select Legacy Only or Both Installing ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 Installing device driversClick Change display settings Click Advanced Settings For WindowsFor Windows Vista Select Install from a list or specific location Advanced ThinkPad SetupSelect Dont search, I will choose the driver to install Click the Color Management tabConfig menu Security menu Date and time menuChanging the startup sequence Startup menuBoot submenu Network Boot submenuOther items in the Startup menu ThinkPad Setup items Config menu itemsRestart menu Disabled Menu item Submenu item Selection CommentsKeyboard/Mouse Independent AutomaticThinkPad NumLock Battery Optimized Always PowerDisabled No runtime Battery OptimizedNormal Beep and AlarmIntel AMT Serial ATA SataSecurity menu items Uefi Bios Update Option Security ChipInactive Port Access Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Memory ProtectionVirtualization Anti-Theft Startup menu items Updating your system Uefi BiosPreboot eXecution Environment Using system managementSystem management Desktop Management InterfaceClick Performance and Maintenance Setting management featuresResume on incoming call Asset ID EepromFlash update Network Boot sequenceSetting up in the ThinkPad Setup To define a sequenceUser Guide 221 General tips for preventing problemsMaking sure device drivers are current Getting the latest drivers using System UpdateGetting the latest drivers from the Web site Taking care of your computerBe gentle with your computer Be careful about where and how you workCarry your computer properly Handle storage media and drives properlyTake care in setting passwords Tips on using the built-in modemRegister your computer Be sure not to modify your computer Cleaning the cover of your computer Cleaning your computer keyboardCleaning your computer display User Guide Using the Lenovo Solution Center program Diagnosing problemsUsing the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program 227Troubleshooting Using the Lenovo Support Web siteComputer stops responding Error messages Spills on the keyboardIf you spill something on your computer User Guide Errors without messages Problem Solution Beep errorsModem problems Memory problemsModem and networking Click Control Panel Hardware and SoundClear the Wait for dial tone before dialing check box Click the Change Default Preferences buttonClick All Programs NetWaiting NetWaiting Type +PQC=3 in the Extra initialization commands fieldSolution Ethernet problemsWireless WAN problem Wireless LAN problemBluetooth problems Click Hardware and Sound SoundClick Learn more about Bluetooth Settings Troubleshooting computer problems UltraNav problems Keyboard problemsKeyboard and other pointing devices Display and multimedia devices Computer screen problemsClick Keyboard Click Start Control PanelClick the Adapter tab External monitor problems Click Display Settings Click the Advanced Settings button Set Resolution Click Properties Select the Extend the desktop onto this monitor check box Click Display SettingsAudio problems Click Start Control Panel Click Performance and Maintenance Click Start Control Panel Click Hardware and SoundClick the + mark for Sound, video and game controllers Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Battery and power Fingerprint reader problemsBattery problems Click Start Control Panel All Control Panel ItemsPower problems AC power adapter problemsStartup problems Power button problemSleep standby and hibernation problems Hard disk drive problems Solid state drive problemsDrives and other storage devices Optical drive problems Clear the check box for Enable CD recording on this driveClick Start My Computer Software problems Ports and connectorsUniversal Serial Bus problems Docking station or port replicator problem Download system updates Before you contact LenovoRecord information Using diagnostic programs Getting help and serviceLenovo Support Web site Calling LenovoTelephone numbers Purchasing additional servicesUser Guide Wireless interoperability Wireless related informationUsage environment and your health 263Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas Wireless LAN and WiMAX combo antenna Auxiliary Locating wireless regulatory noticesWireless WAN antenna Main Export classification noticeIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement Federal Communications Commission Declaration of ConformityGerman Class B compliance statement Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Battery recycling information for Japan EU Weee statements269 Battery recycling information for Brazil Battery recycling information for TaiwanDisposing of a Lenovo computer components Battery recycling information for United States and Canada Battery recycling information for European UnionUser Guide 273 Appendix C. NoticesTrademarks Page Part Number Printed 1P P/N