User Guide
Third Edition December Copyright Lenovo
Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice
Contents
Replacing devices
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Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements
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Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates
Read this first
Prevent your computer from getting wet
Protect the cables from being damaged
Protect your computer and data when moving it
Important safety information
Handle your computer gently
Carry your computer carefully
Service and upgrades
Safety guidelines
Conditions that require immediate action
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Power cords and power adapters
Extension cords and related devices
Power supply statement
Plugs and outlets
Rechargeable battery notice
General battery notice
External devices
Heat and product ventilation
Lithium coin cell battery notice
Electrical current safety information
Laser compliance statement
Using headphones or earphones
Liquid crystal display LCD notice
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Additional safety information
Product overview
Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators
Front view
Built-in microphones on some models
Power button
Integrated camera on some models
ThinkLight light
Right-side view
Wireless radio switch
Black button
Security keyhole
Left-side view
USB 3.0 connector
Fan louvers
Combo audio jack
Bottom view
PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX
Smart card slot
Rear View
Ethernet connector
Power jack
Mini DisplayPort connector or Thunderbolt connector
Always On USB connector
System-status indicators
Status indicators
Battery status
Power status indicators
Locating important product information
Machine type and model label
FCC ID and IC Certification number label
Certificate of Authenticity label
Features
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Battery life
Specifications
Operating environment
Lenovo programs
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system
Program Icon name
Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel
Accessing programs from Control Panel
Access Connections
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system
Client Security Solution
An introduction to Lenovo programs
Lenovo Mobile Access
GPS Enabler
Lenovo Settings
Lenovo Solution Center
Power Manager
Password Manager
Recovery Media
Rescue and Recovery
Frequently asked questions
Using your computer
Registering your computer
Need to attach or replace a device?
Is getting connected in different locations a challenge?
Switching a display output location Fn+F7
Power conservation Fn+F4
Special keys and buttons
Function key combinations
Changing the camera and audio settings Fn+F6
Enabling or disabling the wireless features Fn+F5
Adjusting the brightness level of the computer display
Multimedia controls
Setting the volume
Volume and mute buttons
Setting the microphone mute button
Using the TrackPoint pointing device
Using the UltraNav pointing device
Windows key
Windows key
Changing the cap
Customizing the settings of the TrackPoint pointing device
Customizing the touch pad
Using the touch pad
Checking battery status
Power management
Adding the UltraNav icon to the system tray
Disabling the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad
Charging the battery
Using the ac power adapter
Connecting the ac power adapter
Tips on using the ac power adapter
Managing your battery power
Maximizing battery life
Power-saving modes
Sleep
Wireless off
Handling the battery
Click the Global Power Settings tab
Enabling the wakeup function
Using your computer
Wireless connections
Connecting to the network
Wireless LAN
Tips for using the wireless LAN feature
Wireless WAN
Establishing a wireless connection
Tips for using the wireless WAN feature
Bluetooth
Checking wireless connection status
Using Bluetooth
Access Connections wireless status icon
Access Connections status icon
Connecting a projector or external display
Changing display settings
Enabling or disabling the wireless feature
Presentations and multimedia
Setting the monitor type
Using the DVI monitor
Set Resolution Click Advanced Settings
Considerations for attaching an external monitor
Select Multiple Displays
Using the Extend desktop function
Setting up a presentation
Using the Mini DisplayPort connector
Using the Thunderbolt connector
Using audio features
Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature
Using the optical drive
Using an integrated camera
Using an ExpressCard, a flash media card, or a smart card
Removing an ExpressCard, a flash media card, or a smart card
Click Hardware and Sound
You and your computer
Accessibility and comfort
Ergonomic information
Comfort
Accessibility information
Traveling with your computer
Travel accessories
Travel tips
Assistive technologies
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Passwords and sleep mode
Using passwords
Typing passwords
Security
Hard disk passwords
Power-on password
Setting a power-on password
Select Power-on Password
Select Hard Disk 1 Password
Setting a hard disk password
Changing or removing a hard disk password
Supervisor password
Select Supervisor Password
Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password
Hard disk security
Using Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption
Setting the security chip
Setting the security chip
Enrolling your fingerprint
Using the fingerprint reader
LED behavior of the fingerprint reader
LED behavior Description
Logging on to the system
Swiping your finger over the reader
Care for the fingerprint reader
Setting the fingerprint reader
Security
Protecting data against viruses
Using and understanding firewalls
Recovery overview for Windows 7 models
Recovery overview
Creating and using a recovery media
Creating recovery media
Performing backup and recovery operations
Using recovery media
Performing a backup operation
Performing a recovery operation
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
Click 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 medium
Creating a rescue medium
Reinstalling a preinstalled program
Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers
Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers
Recovery overview for Windows 8 models
Solving recovery problems
Recovery solutions for Windows 8 models
Refreshing your computer
Advanced startup options
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Replacing devices
Replacing the battery
Static electricity prevention
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Replacing a memory module
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Replacing devices
Replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive
Replacing devices
To remove the keyboard, do the following
Replacing the keyboard
Replacing devices
To install the keyboard, do the following
Replacing devices
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Replacing devices
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Replacing devices
To replace a PCI Express Mini Card with three connectors
Remove the screw Card pops up Remove the card
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Before you start, print these instructions
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Replacing devices
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Replacing devices
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Replacing devices
Replacing the SIM card
Replacing the Serial Ultrabay Slim device
Replacing devices
Replacing the backup battery
Replacing devices
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Finding ThinkPad options
Enhancing your computer
Performing a warm-swap operation
Lift up the stopper on the hard disk drive adapter
Enhancing your computer
Inserting the secondary hard disk drive adapter into the bay
ThinkPad docking stations and port replicators
Front view
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Rear view
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Attaching a ThinkPad port replicator or docking station
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Enhancing your computer
Detaching a ThinkPad port replicator or docking station
Security feature
Using the system lock key
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Installing a new operating system
Advanced configuration
Before you begin
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Select UEFI/Legacy Boot
Installing the Windows 7 operating system
Installing the registry patches for Windows
Installing the Windows 7 fix modules
Installing device drivers
Installing the Windows 8 operating system
Select Startup Boot
Installing the Windows 8 update module package
Click Properties
Click Change display settings Click Advanced Settings
Main menu
ThinkPad Setup
Uefi secure boot
Config menu
Disabled
Both with Uefi first boot IPv4 First
Menu item Submenu item Value Comments
Auto
Display
Both
ThinkPad LCD
Digital on Thinkpad is
Battery Optimized Always
Power
Disabled No runtime
Battery Optimized
Serial ATA Sata
Beep and Alarm
VT100+
Intel AMT
Date/Time menu
Menu item Submenu item Value Comments Password
Security menu
External
Fingerprint
Internal
Enter
Smbios Reporting Smbios data
Bios ROM String Reporting Bios text string
Update Option
Protection Enabled
Anti-Theft
Menu item Submenu item Value Comments Port Access
User Mode
Secure Boot
Standard Mode
Startup menu
Network Boot
Menu item Value Comments Boot
UEFI/Legacy Boot Both
UEFI/Legacy Boot Priority
Restart menu
Updating your system Uefi Bios
Setting management features
Using system management
System management
Flash update
Network Boot sequence
General tips for preventing problems
Preventing problems
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Making sure device drivers are current
Getting the latest drivers using System Update
Getting the latest drivers from the Web site
Click Downloads and drivers
Taking care of your computer
Be careful about where and how you work
Be gentle with your computer
Carry your computer properly
Take care in setting passwords
Cleaning the cover of your computer
Register your computer
Be sure not to modify your computer
Cleaning your computer display
Cleaning your computer keyboard
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Diagnosing problems
Troubleshooting computer problems
Troubleshooting
Computer stops responding
Spills on the keyboard
Error messages
If you spill something on your computer
Troubleshooting computer problems
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Errors without messages
Memory problems
Beep errors
Problem Solution
Solution
Ethernet problems
Networking
Wireless WAN problem
Wireless LAN problem
Bluetooth problems
UltraNav problems
Computer screen problems
Keyboard problems
Display and multimedia devices
Click Keyboard
External monitor problems
Double-clickSound, video and game controllers
Audio problems
Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon
Battery and power
Fingerprint reader problems
Battery problems
Power problems
AC power adapter problems
Startup problems
Power button problem
Sleep and hibernation problems
Drives and other storage devices
Hard disk drive problems
Optical drive problems
Solid state drive problems
Ports and connectors
Software problems
USB problem
Docking station or port replicator problem
Getting support
Getting help and service
Before you contact Lenovo
Lenovo Support Web site
Using diagnostic programs
Calling Lenovo
Telephone numbers
Purchasing additional services
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Wireless interoperability
Wireless related information
Appendix A. Regulatory information
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Usage environment and your health
Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas
Type 1 Antenna location
Type 2 Antenna location
Locating wireless regulatory notices
Electronic emissions notices
Export classification notice
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
German Class B compliance statement
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Important Weee information
Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements
Japan recycling statements
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Recycling information for Brazil
Battery recycling information for Taiwan
Disposing of Lenovo computer components
Battery recycling information for the European Union
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Appendix C. Energy Star model information
Power plan Energy Saver settings when plugged into ac power
Click Hardware and Sound Device Manager
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Click OK
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Appendix D. Notices
Trademarks
Ukraine RoHS
China RoHS Turkish RoHS
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India RoHS
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