Installing the Windows 7 operating system | Lenovo S430 guide

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Installing the Windows 7 operating system

Before you start, print these instructions.

To install the Windows 7 operating system and its related software on your computer, do the following:

1.Start ThinkPad Setup.

2.Select Startup.

3.Select UEFI/Legacy Boot.

4.Do one of the following:

•If you want to install the Windows 7 (32–bit) operating system, select Legacy Only or Both.

•If you want to install the Windows 7 (64–bit) operating system in Legacy mode, select Legacy Only.

•If you want to install the Windows 7 (64–bit) operating system in UEFI mode, select UEFI Only.

5.Press F10.

6.Insert the Windows 7 operating system installation DVD into the DVD drive, and restart the computer.

7.Restore C:\SWTOOLS from the backup copy you made before starting the installation.

8.Install the Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7. To do this, run the Setup.exe file in the C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS\INTELINF\infinst_autol directory.

9.Install device drivers. See “Installing other drivers and software” on page 88.

Installing the registry patches for Windows 7

Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support and install the following registry patches:

•Registry patch enabling Wake Up on LAN from Standby for Energy Star

•Fix for Issue of HDD with HD Detection

Installing the Windows 7 update module package

The Windows 7 update modules are in the following directory:

C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES\

The name of each subfolder is the number of a fix module. For information about each fix module, go to the Microsoft Knowledge Base homepage at http://support.microsoft.com, type the number of the fix module you need in the search field, and click Search.

Note: The Web site address might change without notice. If the homepage is not displayed, search for it from the Microsoft top page.

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Lenovo S430 manual Installing the Windows 7 operating system, Country or region Code, Select UEFI/Legacy Boot

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User Guide Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice First Edition June Copyright Lenovo Contents Replacing devices 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 Viii User Guide Power cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices External devices Power supply statementPlugs and outlets General battery notice Built-in rechargeable battery notice Lithium coin cell battery notice Heat and product ventilation Xiii Electrical current safety information Laser compliance statement Liquid crystal display LCD notice Using headphones or earphonesAdditional safety information Xvi User Guide Front view Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicatorsProduct overview Memory-upgrade slot System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logoBuilt-in microphones Integrated camera Mini PCI ExpressCard slot for wireless LAN card Volume control keysPower button Right-side view Mini DisplayPort connector Thunderbolt connectorUSB 3.0 connector Ethernet connector Left-side view Bottom view Combo audio jack Status indicators Rear view System status indicators Power status indicator Locating important product information Machine type and model label FCC ID and IC Certification number label Certificate of Authenticity label Features Specifications ThinkVantage programs Battery lifeOperating environment Program Icon name Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Access Connections Client Security SolutionIntroduction to ThinkVantage programs Active Protection System Lenovo Solution Center OneKey Recovery ProPassword Manager Power Manager System Update SimpleTap User Guide Using your computer Frequently asked questionsRegistering your computer Can I get my user guide in another language? 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Select Config Keyboard/Mouse Change to F1-F12 keys Volume and mute keys Speaker mute F1Special keys Click Start Control Panel Speaker volume down F2 Speaker volume up F3Launching the camera and audio settings F5 Wireless radio control key F9 Using the UltraNav pointing device Using the TrackPoint pointing deviceWindows key Other functions Customizing the TrackPoint pointing device Changing the cap Using the touch pad Using the multi-touch touch padCustomizing the touch pad Click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound Mouse UltraNav 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 batteryMaximizing the battery life Connecting the ac power adapter Managing the battery power Power-saving modesIntroducing the power-saving modes Select Power off display Connecting to the network Click the Global Power Settings tabEthernet connections Enabling the wakeup function Wireless connections Establishing wireless LAN connections Establishing wireless WAN connections Using BluetoothChecking the wireless connection status Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Access Connections icon and wireless status icon Attaching an external monitor Enabling or disabling the wireless featuresConnecting an external monitor Considerations for attaching an external monitor Setting the monitor typeSet Resolution Click Advanced Settings Changing display settings Using the Extend desktop functionConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function Click Multiple Display Using audio features Setting up a presentationUsing the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Using the integrated camera Using the ThinkLight light featureConfiguring for sound recording Configuring camera settings Using the optical drive Using a media cardInserting a media card Removing a media card Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon User Guide Ergonomic information Accessibility 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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 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 Disabling the built-in battery Select Disable Built-in BatteryReplacing devices Static electricity prevention Replacing the SIM card Replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive User Guide Replacing the keyboard User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Replacing the optical drive User Guide Replacing a memory module User Guide Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless LAN connection User Guide Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless WAN connection User Guide Replacing a half-size wireless WAN card User Guide Replacing devices Replacing the backup battery Replacing devices User Guide Before you begin Advanced configurationInstalling a new operating system Installing the Windows 7 operating system Select UEFI/Legacy BootInstalling the registry patches for Windows Installing the Windows 7 update module package Installing device drivers Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card readerInstalling the driver for USB Click Change display settings Click Advanced Settings Main menu Installing other drivers and softwareThinkPad Setup Config menu EnabledMAC address Internal LAN Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Network Disabled DefaultMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments Auto Setting to Nvidia Optimus Integrated Graphics mode ifPower Performance Battery Optimized Always Beep and Alarm Date/Time menuHours Serial ATA Sata Security menu Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments PasswordAt unattended boot, a password Disabled, the Security Chip option Bios ROM String ReportingSmbios Reporting Smbios Inactive Virtualization Port AccessMemory Protection Anti-Theft Startup menuChanging the startup sequence Menu item Selection Comments Boot Network BootUEFI/Legacy Boot Both UEFI/Legacy Boot Priority Uefi First Updating your system Uefi Bios Using system managementMenu item Selection Comments Boot Device List F12 Option Boot Order Lock Disabled Setting management features System management Network Boot sequence Flash update 101 Preventing problemsGeneral tips for preventing problems Getting the latest drivers using System Update Making sure device drivers are currentGetting the latest drivers from the Web site Click Downloads and drivers Be careful about where and how you work Taking care of your computerBe gentle with your computer Carry your computer properly Cleaning the cover of your computer Take care in setting passwordsCare for the fingerprint reader Register your computer Be sure not to modify your computer Cleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer display User Guide Troubleshooting computer problems Diagnosing problemsTroubleshooting Computer stops responding If you spill something on your computer Error messagesSpills on the keyboard Troubleshooting computer problems Errors without messages Beep errors Problem Solution Ethernet problems Memory module problemsNetworking problems Solution Wireless LAN problemWireless WAN problem Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices Bluetooth problemsUltraNav pointing device problems Keyboard problems Click Keyboard Problems with the display and multimedia devicesComputer screen problems External monitor problems Set Resolution Double-clickSound, video and game controllers Audio problemsClick Start Control Panel Click Hardware and Sound Click Start Control Panel All Control Panel Items Fingerprint reader problems Battery and power problemsBattery problems An ac power adapter problem Boot problems Power problemsPower button problem Sleep and hibernation problems Problems with drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive 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