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Lenovo X131E manual Recovery overview

Models: X131E

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For more details about the recovery solutions provided on computers preinstalled with the Windows 8 operating system, refer to the help information system of the Windows 8 operating system.

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Contents

ThinkPad X131e User Guide“Important safety information” on page Appendix E “Notices” on page Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory NoticeRead this first ContentsChapter 2. Using your computer Chapter 5. Recovery overviewChapter 6. Replacing devices Chapter 7. Advanced configurationChapter 8. Preventing problems Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problemsAppendix C. ENERGY STAR model information Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHSAppendix E. Notices iv User Guide Prevent your computer from getting wet Protect yourself from the heat generated by the ac power adapterRead this first Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generatesCarry your computer carefully Important safety informationProtect your computer and data when moving it Handle your computer gentlySafety guidelines Service and upgradesConditions that require immediate action Power cords and power adapters Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts awayDANGER DANGER Power supply statementExtension cords and related devices Plugs and outletsKeep the battery pack away from fire General battery noticeRechargeable battery notice Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by LenovoHeat and product ventilation Lithium coin cell battery noticeDANGER Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulationsRegularly inspect the outside of the computer for dust accumulation Electrical current safety informationAirflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35C 95F Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged inDo not connect phone line while using tablet mode Using headphones or earphonesAdditional safety information Safety notice for users in Australia DANGERNotice for users in the U.S.A Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators Chapter 1. Product overviewFront view UltraNav pointing device System status indicator illuminated ThinkPad logoPower button Integrated cameraHDMI port Always on USB connectorRight-side view Media card reader slotLeft-side view Power-status indicatorPower jack Video graphics array VGA connectorCombo audio jack USB 3.0 connectorsEthernet connector Bottom viewMemory-upgrade slot Status indicatorsSystem status indicators BatterySlow blinking red The computer is in sleep mode The meaning of the indicator is as followsRed The computer is on in normal mode Fast blinking red The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode8 User Guide Wireless status indicatorPower status indicator Caps Lock indicatorLocating important product information Machine type and model labelFCC ID and IC Certification number label Features Certificate of Authenticity labelProcessor Storage device SpecificationsWireless features MemoryOperating environment Power source ac power adapterBattery pack Battery lifeLenovo programs Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating systemAccessing Lenovo programs from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program Accessing Lenovo programs from Control PanelTable 2. Programs in Control Panel Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating systemAn introduction to Lenovo programs Access ConnectionsClient Security Solution GPS EnablerPassword Manager Lenovo SettingsLenovo Mobile Access Lenovo Solution CenterSimpleTap System Update18 User Guide Registering your computer Chapter 2. Using your computerFrequently asked questions How to use the battery power more effectively?Is getting connected in different locations a challenge? Need to give presentations or attach an external monitor often?Need to attach or replace a device? Function key combinations Volume and mute buttonsPower conservation Fn+F4 Special keys and buttonsAdjusting the brightness level of the computer display Wireless features Fn+F5Launching the camera and audio settings Fn+F6 Switching the display output location Fn+F7Windows key Using the UltraNav pointing deviceUsing the TrackPoint pointing device Changing the UltraNav pointing device settingsChanging the cap Customizing the TrackPoint pointing device1. Go to Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound Mouse UltraNav Using the touch padUsing the multi-touch touch pad Customizing the touch padAdding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area Disabling the UltraNav pointing device and using an external mousePower management Checking the battery statusConnecting the ac power adapter Using the ac power adapterCharging the battery Maximizing the battery life2. Select Power off display Sleep Managing the battery powerPower-saving modes Introducing the power-saving modes2. Click the Global Power Settings tab Handling the batteryWireless off Enabling the battery alarm on the Windows 7 operating systemKeep it away from children DANGER Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery packDo not expose it to excessive heat Do not expose it to water or rain Do not short-circuit it Store it in a cool dry placeTips for using the wireless LAN feature Connecting to the networkWireless connections Wireless LANBluetooth Establishing a wireless connectionWireless WAN Tips for using the wireless WAN feature3. Select Send To Bluetooth Devices Using BluetoothChecking the wireless network connection status Sending data to a Bluetooth-enabled deviceAccess Connections status icon Access Connections wireless status icon34 User Guide Connecting an external monitor Changing display settingsConnecting a projector or an external monitor Enabling or disabling the wireless features11. Click Update Driver Using dual displaysSetting the monitor type 5. Set Resolution 6. Click Advanced SettingsEnabling the Extend desktop function Using the Extend desktop functionConsiderations for using the Extend desktop function 2. Select Extend these displays in Multiple DisplaysUsing audio features Using the integrated cameraConfiguring for sound recording 2. Click Hardware and Sound Using a flash media cardConfiguring camera settings Inserting a flash media cardRemoving a flash media card Accessibility and comfort Chapter 3. You and your computerErgonomic information Questions about vision? Accessibility informationComfort What if you are traveling?Assistive technologies Travel accessoriesTraveling with your computer Travel tipsExternal storage device External mouse, if you are accustomed to using one Ethernet cableExtra battery, charged A quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protectionChapter 4. Security Using passwordsPasswords and sleep mode Typing passwords7. Select Power-on Password Power-on passwordHard disk passwords Setting a power-on passwordSetting a hard disk password 7. Select Hard Disk 1 PasswordChapter 4. Security Changing or removing a hard disk password Supervisor password7. Select Supervisor Password Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor passwordDisk Encryption hard disk drive and Encryption solid-state drive Setting the security chipSetting the security chip Hard disk securityPage Protecting data against viruses Using firewallsCreating recovery media Chapter 5. Recovery overviewRecovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system Creating and using a recovery mediaPerforming backup and recovery operations Using recovery mediaPerforming a backup operation Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup Using the Rescue and Recovery workspacePerforming a recovery operation 3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon56 User Guide Creating and using a rescue mediumUsing a rescue medium Creating a rescue mediumReinstalling preinstalled device drivers Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device driversSolving recovery problems Reinstalling preinstalled programsAdvanced startup options Recovery overview for the Windows 8 operating systemResetting your computer to the factory default settings Refreshing your computerChapter 5. Recovery overview 60 User Guide Replacing the battery Chapter 6. Replacing devicesStatic electricity prevention Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo Do not expose the battery to excessive heatDo not expose the battery to water or rain Do not short-circuit the batteryChapter 6. Replacing devices Replacing the SIM card64 User Guide 5. Push the SIM card inward out of the slot6. Insert the SIM card firmly into the slot 7. Close the SIM card door until it snaps into positionReplacing the hard disk drive or solid-state drive 4. Loosen the screws 1 , and then remove the cover 10. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 68 User Guide Replacing a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN connectionDANGER DANGER6. Remove the screw Replacing a PCI Express Half Mini Card for wireless WAN connection DANGER70 User Guide DANGER 1 . The card pops up 7. Detach the metal housing from the PCI Express Half Mini Card8. Attach the metal housing to the new PCI Express Half Mini Card 6. Remove the screw1 . Pivot 74 User Guide Replacing a memory module8. Pivot the memory module downward until it snaps into place DANGER Replacing the keyboardRemoving the keyboard DANGER6. Turn the computer over and open the display 4. Loosen the screws1 , and then remove the cover 5. Remove the screws that secure the keyboardto unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The Installing the keyboardby flipping the connectors To install the keyboard, do the followingChapter 6. Replacing devices by flipping the connectors1. Attach the cables downwards2 . Then tighten the screws 4. Reinstall the screws5. Attach the cover and pivot it downwardsReplace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo Replacing the backup batteryPrerequisites for the procedure DANGER Do not short-circuit it82 User Guide 5. Detach the connector 1 . Then remove the backup batteryTo install the backup battery, do the following 1. Install the backup battery 1 . Then attach the connectorChapter 6. Replacing devices 3. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page84 User Guide Chapter 7. Advanced configuration Installing a new operating systemBefore you begin Country or region Code Installing the Windows 7 operating system3. Select UEFI/Legacy Boot Installing the registry patches for WindowsInstalling the Windows 7 fix modules Installing the Windows 8 operating systemInstalling device drivers Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card readerInstalling the driver for USB 3.0 on the Windows 7 operating system Main menu ThinkPad SetupConfig menu Table 4. Config menu items continued 92 User Guide Table 4. Config menu items continuedMenu item Table 4. Config menu items continued94 User Guide Date/Time menuTable 5. Security menu items Security menu96 User Guide Table 5. Security menu items continuedMenu item Table 5. Security menu items continued98 User Guide Table 5. Security menu items continuedChanging the startup sequence Startup menuRefer to “Changing the startup Boot submenuOther items on the Startup menu Refer to “Boot submenu” on pageTable 6. Startup menu items continued Updating your system UEFI BIOS Using system managementRestart menu Wake on LAN Setting management featuresNetwork Boot sequence System management4. Press F10 to save changes and exit General tips for preventing problems Chapter 8. Preventing problems2. Click Download Drivers & Software Getting the latest drivers using System UpdateMaking sure device drivers are current Getting the latest drivers from the Web siteCarry your computer properly Be careful about where and how you workTaking care of your computer Be gentle with your computerRegister your computer Cleaning the cover of your computerTake care in setting passwords Cleaning your computer keyboardCleaning your computer display 110 User Guide Computer stops responding Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problemsDiagnosing problems TroubleshootingError messages Spills on the keyboardIf you spill something on your computer Message 0187 EAIA data access error 114 User Guide Errors without messagesMemory module problems Beep errorsNetworking problems Ethernet problemsSolution Bluetooth problems Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devicesA wireless LAN problem A wireless WAN problemComputer screen problems Problems with the display and multimedia devicesUltraNav pointing device problems Keyboard problems4. Click Advanced Settings External monitor problems15. Set Resolution 3. Click Advanced Settings5. Click Advanced Settings 10. Click Update Driver5. Click Advanced Settings 3. Double-click Sound, video and game controllers Audio problemsBattery problems Battery and power problemsAn ac power adapter problem Power problems124 User Guide A power button problem Boot problemsSleep and hibernation problems Problems with drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive problemsA solid-state drive problem A software problem Problems with ports and connectorsA USB problem 128 User Guide Chapter 10. Getting support Getting help and serviceDownloading system updates Recording problem symptoms and detailsUsing diagnostic programs Lenovo Support Web siteCalling Lenovo Purchasing additional services Finding ThinkPad optionsTelephone numbers 132 User Guide Usage environment and your health Wireless related informationWireless interoperability Appendix A. Regulatory informationType 1 Antenna location Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennasFederal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Locating wireless regulatory noticesExport classification notice Electronic emission noticesIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement German Class B compliance statementDeutschsprachiger EU Hinweis Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement Lenovo product service information for TaiwanWhen attaching an external monitor Korea Class B compliance statement138 User Guide Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor Battery recycling information for JapanAppendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Important WEEE InformationDisposing of a disused battery pack from Lenovo notebook computers Battery recycling information for BrazilBattery recycling information for Taiwan Battery recycling information for the European UnionAppendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada142 User Guide 2. Click Hardware and Sound Device Manager Appendix C. ENERGY STAR model information5. Click the Power Management tab 6. Clear the Allow this device to wake the computer check box7. Click OK Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS China RoHS Turkish RoHSUkraine RoHS RoHS compliant as per E-Waste Management & Handling Rules India RoHSAppendix E. Notices Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building OneMorrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing Trademarks Page Part Number Printed in China 1P P/N