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Lenovo X131E manual User Guide

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User Guide Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice Third Edition August 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 Power cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices Power supply statementPlugs and outlets Rechargeable battery notice General battery noticeExternal devices Lithium coin cell battery notice Heat and product ventilation Electrical current safety information Using headphones or earphones Additional safety informationLiquid crystal display LCD notice Remove all cables from devices Xiv User Guide Product overview Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicatorsFront view System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logo Power buttonIntegrated camera Built-in microphone Always on USB connector Right-side viewMedia card reader slot Hdmi port Left-side view USB 3.0 connectors Ethernet connectorBottom view Combo audio jack Status indicators System status indicators Product overview Power status indicator Wireless status indicatorCaps Lock indicator Machine type and model label Locating important product informationFCC ID and IC Certification number label Certificate of Authenticity label FeaturesProcessor Specifications Power source ac power adapter Battery packBattery life Operating environment Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system Accessing Lenovo programs from Control PanelLenovo programs Program Icon name Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel An introduction to Lenovo programs Lenovo Settings Lenovo Mobile AccessLenovo Solution Center Password Manager System Update SimpleTap User Guide Frequently asked questions Using your computerRegistering your computer Is getting connected in different locations a challenge? Need to attach or replace a device? Volume and mute buttons Power conservation Fn+F4Special keys and buttons Function key combinations Wireless features Fn+F5 Launching the camera and audio settings Fn+F6Switching the display output location Fn+F7 Adjusting the brightness level of the computer display Using the TrackPoint pointing device Using the UltraNav pointing deviceWindows key Customizing the TrackPoint pointing device Changing the cap Using the multi-touch touch pad Using the touch padCustomizing the touch pad Power management Checking the battery statusAdding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area Disabling the TrackPoint pointing device 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 modesSelect Power off display Sleep Hibernation Handling the battery Wireless offClick the Global Power Settings tab Enabling the wakeup function User Guide Connecting to the network Wireless connectionsWireless LAN Tips for using the wireless LAN feature Establishing a wireless connection Wireless WANTips for using the wireless WAN feature Bluetooth Using Bluetooth Checking the wireless network connection statusSending data to a Bluetooth-enabled device Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Access Connections status icon Access Connections wireless status icon Changing display settings Connecting a projector or an external monitorEnabling or disabling the wireless features Presentations and multimedia Using dual displays Setting the monitor typeSet Resolution Click Advanced Settings Considerations for attaching an external monitor Using the Extend desktop function Considerations for using the Extend desktop functionSelect Extend these displays in Multiple Displays Enabling the Extend desktop function Using the integrated camera Using audio featuresConfiguring for sound recording Using a flash media card Configuring camera settingsInserting a flash media card Click Hardware and Sound Removing a flash media card You and your computer Accessibility and comfortErgonomic information Accessibility information Comfort Travel accessories Traveling with your computerTravel tips Assistive technologies User Guide Using passwords Passwords and sleep modeTyping passwords Security Power-on password Hard disk passwordsSetting a power-on password Select Power-on Password Setting a hard disk password Select Hard Disk 1 Password Supervisor password Changing or removing a hard disk password Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password Select Supervisor Password Setting the security chip Setting the security chipHard disk security Security Using firewalls Protecting data against viruses Recovery overview Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating systemCreating and using a recovery media Creating recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Performing a backup operation Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Performing a recovery operationClick 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 mediumCreating a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers Solving recovery problemsReinstalling preinstalled programs Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers Recovery overview for the Windows 8 operating system Refreshing your computer Recovery overview User Guide Replacing devices Replacing the batteryStatic electricity prevention User Guide Replacing the SIM card User Guide Replacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive User Guide Replacing devices Before you start, print these instructions Replacing devices User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Replacing devices Replacing a memory module Replacing devices Replacing the keyboard Replacing devices Installing the keyboard Replacing devices User Guide Replacing the backup battery User Guide Replacing devices User Guide Installing a new operating system Advanced configurationBefore you begin Installing the Windows 7 operating system Select UEFI/Legacy BootInstalling the registry patches for Windows Country or region Code Installing the Windows 8 operating system Installing the Windows 7 fix modulesSelect Startup Boot Installing the Windows 8 fix modules Click Change display settings Click Advanced Settings Click Properties ThinkPad Setup Main menu Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Network Config menuAC Only For Legacy Only boot Enabled DisabledMenu item Submenu item Selection Comments First Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Auto Keyboard/MouseDisplay ThinkPad LCD Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Power Battery OptimizedMaximum Performance Maximum Hours Beep and Alarm Date/Time menuSerial ATA Sata Select Compatibility , Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Password Security menu Password at unattended Password at restartUefi Bios Update Option Or Uefi Firmware Update Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Memory Protection Port AccessVirtualization Permanently Disabled Secure BootUser Mode Standard Mode Startup menu Changing the startup sequence Boot submenu Menu item Selection Comments BootNetwork Boot Other items on the Startup menu Menu item Selection Comments UEFI/Legacy Boot Both UEFI/Legacy Boot PriorityBoot Mode Quick Diagnostics Yes Using system management Updating your system Uefi BiosRestart menu Setting management features Network Boot sequenceSystem management Wake on LAN User Guide General tips for preventing problems Preventing problems105 Getting the latest drivers using System Update Making sure device drivers are currentGetting the latest drivers from the Web site Click Download Drivers & Software 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 passwordsCleaning your computer keyboard Register your computer Cleaning your computer display User Guide Troubleshooting computer problems Diagnosing problemsTroubleshooting Computer stops responding Spills on the keyboard Error messagesIf you spill something on your computer Troubleshooting computer problems Errors without messages Memory module problems Beep errorsProblem Solution Ethernet problems Networking problemsSolution Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices Wireless LAN problemWireless WAN problem Bluetooth problems Problems with the display and multimedia devices UltraNav pointing device problemsKeyboard problems Computer screen problems External monitor problems Set Resolution Click Advanced Settings Audio problems Double-clickSound, video and game controllers Battery and power problems Battery problems An ac power adapter problem Power problems Boot problems Power button problemSleep and hibernation problems Hard disk drive problems Problems with drives and other storage devicesSolid-state drive problem Problems with ports and connectors Software problemUSB problem User Guide Getting support Getting help and serviceBefore you contact Lenovo Lenovo Support Web site Using diagnostic programsCalling Lenovo Finding ThinkPad options Purchasing additional servicesTelephone numbers User Guide Wireless related information Wireless interoperabilityAppendix A. Regulatory information Usage environment and your health Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas Type 1 Antenna location Locating wireless regulatory notices Export classification noticeElectronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement German Class B compliance statement When attaching an external monitor User Guide Battery recycling information for Japan Appendix B. Weee and recycling statementsImportant Weee Information 139 Battery recycling information for Brazil Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements User Guide Power plan Energy Saver settings when plugged into ac power Appendix C. Energy Star model informationClick Hardware and Sound Device Manager 143 Click OK Ukraine RoHS China RoHS Turkish RoHS145 India RoHS Appendix E. Notices 147 Trademarks Page Part Number 1P P/N