Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system
If your computer is preinstalled with the Windows 8 operating system, you can access Lenovo programs by pressing the Windows key to go to the Start screen, and then click a Lenovo program to launch it. If you cannot find the program you need, move the cursor to the bottom right corner of the screen to bring up the charms. Then click the Search charm to search for the desired program.
Your computer supports the following Lenovo programs:
•Fingerprint Software
•Lenovo Companion
•Lenovo Settings
•Lenovo Mobile Access
•Lenovo Solution Center
•Lenovo Support
•Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools
•Password Manager
•System Update
For an introduction to these programs, see “An introduction to Lenovo programs” on page 14.
An introduction to Lenovo programs
This topic provides a brief introduction to some Lenovo programs.
Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available.
•Access Connections
The Access Connections program is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing location profiles. Each location profile stores all the network and Internet configuration settings needed for connecting to a network infrastructure from a specific location such as a home or an office.
By switching between location profiles as you move your computer from place to place, you can quickly and easily connect to a network with no need to reconfigure your settings manually and restart the computer each time.
•Client Security Solution
The Client Security Solution program protects your computer by securing client data and deflecting security breach attempts. It also can help manage your passwords, recover a forgotten password, monitor security settings on your computer, and suggest how to enhance your computer security.
•Communications Utility
Use the Communications Utility program to configure settings for the camera and audio devices.
•Fingerprint Software
If your system comes with a fingerprint reader, the Fingerprint Software program enables you to enroll your fingerprint and associate it with your Windows password. As a result, the fingerprint authentication can replace your password and enable simple and secure user access.
•GPS Enabler
If the PCI Express Mini Card installed in your computer supports GPS, your computer can receive signals from GPS satellites and determine its location. If your computer is connected to the Internet, you can find your location on a
•Lenovo Companion
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