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User Guide

ThinkPad L430 and L530

Notes: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the following: • Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide • Regulatory Notice •

“Important safety information” on page vi

• Appendix D “Notices” on page 163 The Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide and the Regulatory Notice have been uploaded to the Web site. To refer to them, go to http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadUserGuides.

Second Edition (May 2012) © Copyright Lenovo 2012.

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

Contents Read this first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . vi Conditions that require immediate action . . vii Safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . vii

Chapter 1. Product Overview . . . . . . 1 Locating computer controls, connectors, features, and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Right-side view. . . . . . . . . . . . . Left-side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bottom view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . Locating important product information . . . . . Machine type and model label . . . . . . . FCC ID and IC Certification number label . . Certificate of Authenticity label . . . . . . Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . ThinkVantage Technologies and software . . . . Accessing ThinkVantage applications . . . . ThinkVantage applications . . . . . . . .

Chapter 2. Using your computer . . . Register your computer . . . . . . . . . . Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . Special keys and buttons . . . . . . . . . Function key combinations . . . . . . . Volume and mute buttons . . . . . . . Windows key . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the UltraNav pointing device. . . . . . Using the TrackPoint pointing device . . . Using the touch pad. . . . . . . . . . Disabling the UltraNav pointing device and using an external mouse . . . . . . . . Adding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area . . . . . . . . . . . Power management . . . . . . . . . . . Checking battery status . . . . . . . . Using the ac power adapter. . . . . . . Charging the battery . . . . . . . . . Maximizing battery life . . . . . . . . . Managing your battery power . . . . . . Understanding the power-saving modes. . Handling the battery. . . . . . . . . .

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Connecting to the network . . . . . . . . . Ethernet connections . . . . . . . . . Wireless connections . . . . . . . . . Presentations and multimedia. . . . . . . . Changing display settings . . . . . . . Connecting a projector or external display . Setting up a presentation. . . . . . . . Using dual displays . . . . . . . . . . Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature Using audio features . . . . . . . . . . . Using the integrated camera . . . . . . . . Using the optical disk drive . . . . . . . . . Using an ExpressCard or a flash media card . .

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Chapter 3. You and your computer . .

Accessibility and comfort . Ergonomic information. Comfort . . . . . . Accessibility information Traveling with your computer Travel tips . . . . . . Travel accessories . .

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Chapter 4. Security . . . . . . . . . .

Attaching a mechanical lock . . . . . . . . . Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Passwords and sleep mode. . . . . . . . Typing passwords . . . . . . . . . . . Power-on password . . . . . . . . . . . Hard disk passwords . . . . . . . . . . Supervisor password . . . . . . . . . . Hard disk security . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting the security chip . . . . . . . . . . . Using a fingerprint reader . . . . . . . . . . Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid state drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . Understanding and using firewalls . . . . . . . Protecting data against viruses . . . . . . . .

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Chapter 5. Recovery overview . . . .

Creating and using recovery media . . . Creating recovery media . . . . . . Using recovery media . . . . . . . Performing backup and recovery operations Performing a backup operation . . . Performing a recovery operation . . . Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace

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Creating and using a rescue medium . . Creating a rescue medium . . . . Using a rescue medium . . . . . Reinstalling preinstalled applications and drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Solving recovery problems . . . . . .

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Chapter 6. Replacing devices . . . . .

Static electricity prevention . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the SIM card . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive . Replacing the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing and installing a memory module . . . Replacing the optical disk drive . . . . . . . . Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing or installing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN connection . . . . . . . . . Replacing the backup battery . . . . . . . . .

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Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Finding ThinkPad options . . . . . . . . . ThinkPad port replicators and docking stations . Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Attaching a port replicator or docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Detaching a port replicator or docking station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Security feature . . . . . . . . . . . Using the system lock key . . . . . . .

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Chapter 8. Advanced configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing a new operating system . . . . . . . Before you begin . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the Windows 7 operating system . . Installing device drivers . . . . . . . . . . . Installing driver for the 4-in-1 Media card reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the driver for USB 3.0 . . . . . . Installing ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing other device drivers and software . . ThinkPad Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Config menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Date/Time menu . . . . . . . . . . . . Security menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . Startup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Restart menu . . . . . . . . Updating your system UEFI BIOS Using system management. . . . . System management . . . . . Setting management features . .

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Chapter 9. Preventing problems . .

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General tips for preventing problems . . . . . . Making sure device drivers are current . . . . . Getting the latest drivers from the Web site . . Getting the latest drivers using ThinkVantage System Update . . . . . . . . . . . . Taking care of your computer . . . . . . . . . Cleaning the cover of your computer . . . .

Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems . . . . . . . . . Diagnosing problems . . . . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer stops responding . . . . . . Spills on the keyboard . . . . . . . . . Error messages . . . . . . . . . . . Errors without messages . . . . . . . . Beep errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . Memory module problems . . . . . . . Networking problems . . . . . . . . . Problems with keyboard and other pointing devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Problems with display and multimedia devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fingerprint reader problems. . . . . . . Battery and power problems . . . . . . Problems with drives and other storage devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A software problem . . . . . . . . . . Problems with ports and connectors . . .

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Chapter 11. Getting support . . . . Before you contact Lenovo . . Register your computer . Download system updates Record information . . . Getting help and service . . . Using diagnostic programs Lenovo Support Web site. Calling Lenovo . . . . . Purchasing additional services

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Appendix A. Regulatory information . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless related information . . . . . . . . .

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Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locating wireless regulatory notices . . . . Export classification notice . . . . . . . . . . Electronic emission notices. . . . . . . . . . Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive . . . German Class B compliance statement . . . Korea Class B compliance statement . . . . Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement . . Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lenovo product service information for Taiwan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . EU WEEE statements . . . . . . . . . . . . Japan recycling statements . . . . . . . . . Recycling information for Brazil . . . . . . . . Battery recycling information for the European Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . .

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Appendix C. ENERGY STAR model information . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Appendix D. Notices. . . . . . . . .

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Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Read this first Be sure to follow the important tips given here to get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Failure to do so might lead to discomfort or injury, or cause your computer to fail. Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates. When your computer is turned on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other parts may become hot. The temperature they reach depends on the amount of system activity and the level of charge in the battery. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could cause discomfort or even a skin burn. • Avoid keeping your hands, your lap, or any other part of your body in contact with a hot section of the computer for any extended time. • Periodically take hands from using the keyboard by lifting your hands from the palm rest.

Protect yourself from the heat generated by the ac power adapter. When the ac power adapter is connected to an electrical outlet and your computer, it generates heat. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn. • Do not place the ac power adapter in contact with any part of your body while it is in use. • Never use it to warm your body.

Prevent your computer from getting wet.

To avoid spills and the danger of electrical shock, keep liquids away from your computer.

Protect the cables from being damaged. Applying strong force to cables may damage or break them. Route communication lines, or the cables of an ac power adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any other electronic device, so that they cannot be walked on, tripped over, pinched by your computer or other objects, or in any way subjected to treatment that could interfere with the operation of your computer.

Protect your computer and data when moving it. Before moving a computer equipped with a hard disk drive, do one of the following, and ensure that the power button is off or is blinking: • Turn it off. • Put it in sleep mode. • Put it in hibernation mode. This will help to prevent damage to the computer, and possible loss of data.

Handle your computer gently.

Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices.

Carry your computer carefully.

• Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushioning and protection. • Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag. • Before putting your computer in a carrying case, ensure that it is off, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. Do not put a computer in a carrying case while it is turned on.

Important safety information Note: Read the important safety information first.

This information can help you safely use your notebook computer. Follow and retain all information included with your computer. The information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the Lenovo® Limited Warranty. For more information, see “Warranty Information” in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that comes with your computer. Customer safety is important. Our products are developed to be safe and effective. However, personal computers are electronic devices. Power cords, power adapters, and other features can create potential safety risks that can result in physical injury or property damage, especially if misused. To reduce these risks, follow the instructions included with your product, observe all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions, and review the information included in this document carefully. By carefully following the information contained in this document and provided with your product, you can help protect yourself from hazards and create a safer computer work environment. Note: This information includes references to power adapters and batteries. In addition to notebook computers, some products (such as speakers and monitors) ship with external power adapters. If you have such a product, this information applies to your product. In addition, computer products contain a coin-sized internal battery that provides power to the system clock even when the computer is unplugged, so the battery safety information applies to all computer products.

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Conditions that require immediate action Products can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some product damage is serious enough that the product should not be used again until it has been inspected and, if necessary, repaired by an authorized servicer. As with any electronic device, pay close attention to the product when it is turned on. On very rare occasions, you might notice an odor or see a puff of smoke or sparks vent from your product. Or you might hear sounds like popping, cracking or hissing. These conditions might merely mean that an internal electronic component has failed in a safe and controlled manner. Or, they might indicate a potential safety issue. However, do not take risks or attempt to diagnose the situation yourself. Contact the Customer Support Center for further guidance. For a list of Service and Support phone numbers, see the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone Frequently inspect your computer and its components for damage or wear or signs of danger. If you have any question about the condition of a component, do not use the product. Contact the Customer Support Center or the product manufacturer for instructions on how to inspect the product and have it repaired, if necessary. In the unlikely event that you notice any of the following conditions, or if you have any safety concerns with your product, stop using the product and unplug it from the power source and telecommunication lines until you can speak to the Customer Support Center for further guidance. • Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or power supplies that are cracked, broken, or damaged. • Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks, or fire. • Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, or creases), discharge from a battery, or a buildup of foreign substances on the battery. • A cracking, hissing or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the product. • Signs that liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the computer product, the power cord or power adapter. • The computer product, power cord, or power adapter has been exposed to water. • The product has been dropped or damaged in any way. • The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions. Note: If you notice these conditions with a product (such as an extension cord) that is not manufactured for or by Lenovo, stop using that product until you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions, or until you get a suitable replacement.

Safety guidelines Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage.

Service and upgrades Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center or your documentation. Only use a Service Provider who is approved to repair your particular product. Note: Some computer parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. Upgrades typically are referred to as options. Replacement parts approved for customer installation are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to install options or replace CRUs. You must closely follow all instructions when installing or replacing parts. The Off state of a power indicator does not necessarily mean that voltage levels inside a product are zero. Before you remove the covers from a product equipped with a power cord, always make

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sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, the following warnings are required for your safety.

CAUTION: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. CAUTION:

Before replacing any CRUs, turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the cover.

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Power cords and power adapters DANGER Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer. The power cords shall be safety approved. For Germany, it shall be H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75 mm2, or better. For other countries, the suitable types shall be used accordingly. Never wrap a power cord around a power adapter or other object. Doing so can stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray, crack, or crimp. This can present a safety hazard. Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on, tripped over, or pinched by objects. Protect power cords and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your power cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the power cord or power adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids also can cause gradual corrosion of power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on a power adapter, which can eventually result in overheating. Always connect power cords and signal cables in the correct order and ensure that all power cord connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles. Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins or shows signs of overheating (such as deformed plastic) at the ac input pins or anywhere on the power adapter. Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way. To prevent possible overheating, do not cover the power adapter with clothing or other objects when the power adapter is plugged into an electrical outlet.

Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads, power requirements, and input ratings.

Plugs and outlets DANGER If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement. Do not share an electrical outlet with other home or commercial appliances that draw large amounts of electricity; otherwise, unstable voltage might damage your computer, data, or attached devices. Some products are equipped with a three-pronged plug. This plug fits only into a grounded electrical outlet. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat this safety feature by trying to insert it into a non-grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the outlet with one that enables this safety feature. Never overload an electrical outlet. The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating. Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads and branch circuit ratings. Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired, easily accessible, and located close to the equipment. Do not fully extend power cords in a way that will stress the cords. Be sure that the power outlet provides the correct voltage and current for the product you are installing. Carefully connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet.

Power supply statement DANGER Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached.

Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician.

External devices CAUTION: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than USB while the computer power is on; otherwise, you might damage your computer. To avoid possible damage to attached devices, wait at least five seconds after the computer is shut down to disconnect external devices.

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General battery notice DANGER Personal computers manufactured by Lenovo contain a coin cell battery to provide power to the system clock. In addition, many mobile products, such as notebook computers, utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts. Never attempt to open or service any battery. Do not crush, puncture, or incinerate batteries or short circuit the metal contacts. Do not expose the battery to water or other liquids. Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation. Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a replacement from the battery manufacturer. Batteries can degrade when they are left unused for long periods of time. For some rechargeable batteries (particularly Lithium Ion batteries), leaving a battery unused in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which could shorten the life of the battery and also can pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechargeable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state.

Rechargeable battery notice DANGER Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack. Attempting to do so can cause an explosion, or liquid leakage from the battery pack. A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty. If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose it to water or rain. • Do not attempt to disassemble it. • Do not short-circuit it. • Keep it away from children. • Do not drop the battery pack. Do not put the battery pack in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations. The battery pack should be stored at room temperature, charged to approximately 30 to 50% of capacity. We recommend that battery pack be charged about once per year to prevent overdischarge.

Lithium coin cell battery notice DANGER Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. When replacing the lithium coin cell battery, use only the same or an equivalent type that is recommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Do not: • Throw or immerse into water • Heat to more than 100°C (212°F) • Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations. The following statement applies to users in the state of California, U.S.A. California Perchlorate Information: Products containing manganese dioxide lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate. Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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Heat and product ventilation DANGER Computers, ac power adapters, and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook computers can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions: • When your computer is turned on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other parts may become hot. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap, or any other part of your body in contact with a hot section of the computer for any extended length of time. When you use the keyboard, avoid keeping your palms on the palm rest for a prolonged period of time. Your computer generates some heat during normal operation. The amount of heat depends on the amount of system activity and the battery charge level. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could cause discomfort or even a skin burn. Periodically take breaks from using the keyboard by lifting your hands from the palm rest; and be careful not to use the keyboard for any extended length of time. • Do not operate your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in explosive environments. • Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety, comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface. Never block, cover, or disable these features. • When the ac power adapter is connected to an electrical outlet and your computer, it generates heat. Do not place the adapter in contact with any part of your body while using it. Never use the ac power adapter to warm your body. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn. For your safety, always follow these basic precautions with your computer: • Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in. • Regularly inspect the outside of the computer for dust accumulation. • Remove dust from vents and any perforations in the bezel. More frequent cleanings might be required for computers in dusty or high-traffic areas. • Do not restrict or block any ventilation openings. • Do not operate your computer inside furniture, as this might increase the risk of overheating. • Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35°C (95°F).

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Electrical current safety information DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not use your computer during a lightning storm. • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. • Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical outlet. • Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product. • Whenever possible, use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables. • Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. • Do not use you computer until all internal parts enclosures are fastened into place. Never use the computer when internal parts and circuits are exposed.

DANGER Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To connect:

To disconnect:

1. Turn everything OFF.

2. First, attach all cables to devices.

2. First, remove power cords from outlets.

3. Attach signal cables to connectors.

3. Remove signal cables from connectors.

4. Attach power cords to outlets.

4. Remove all cables from devices.

5. Turn devices ON.

The power cord must be disconnected from the wall outlet or receptacle before installing all other electrical cables connected to the computer. The power cord may be reconnected to the wall outlet or receptacle only after all other electrical cables have been connected to the computer.

Laser compliance statement

CAUTION: When laser products (such as CD-ROMs, DVD drives, fiber optic devices, or transmitters) are installed, note the following: • Do not remove the covers. Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation. There are no serviceable parts inside the device. • Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure.

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DANGER Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.

Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice CAUTION: The liquid crystal display (LCD) is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break. If the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes; if any symptoms are present after washing, get medical care. Note: For products with mercury-containing fluorescent lamps (for example, non-LED), the fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display (LCD) contains mercury; dispose of according to local, state, or federal laws.

Using headphones or earphones If your computer has both a headphone connector and an audio-out connector, always use the headphone connector for headphones (also called a headset) or earphones. CAUTION: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Adjustment of the equalizer to maximum increases the earphone and headphone output voltage and the sound pressure level. Therefore, to protect your hearing, adjust the equalizer to an appropriate level. Excessive use of headphones or earphones for a long period of time at high volume can be dangerous if the output of the headphone or earphone connectors do not comply with specifications of EN 50332-2. The headphone output connector of your computer complies with EN 50332-2 Sub clause 7. This specification limits the computer’s maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to 150 mV. To help protect against hearing loss, ensure that the headphones or earphones you use also comply with EN 50332-2 (Clause 7 limits) for a wide band characteristic voltage of 75 mV. Using headphones that do not comply with EN 50332-2 can be dangerous due to excessive sound pressure levels. If your Lenovo computer came with headphones or earphones in the package, as a set, the combination of the headphones or earphones and the computer already complies with the specifications of EN 50332-1. If different headphones or earphones are used, ensure that they comply with EN 50332-1 (Clause 6.5 Limitation Values). Using headphones that do not comply with EN 50332-1 can be dangerous due to excessive sound pressure levels.

Additional safety information DANGER Plastic bags can be dangerous. Keep plastic bags away from babies and children to avoid danger of suffocation. Notice for tablet personal computer users Safety notice for users in Australia

DANGER Do not connect phone line while using tablet mode. Notice for users in the U.S.A. Many personal computer products and accessories contain cords, cables or wires, such as power cords or cords to connect the accessory to a personal computer. If this product has such a cord, cable or wire, then the following warning applies: WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Save these instructions.

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Chapter 1. Product Overview This chapter provides information about the locations of connectors, locations of important product labels, computer features, specifications, operating environment, and preinstalled ThinkVantage® Technologies and other software programs. This chapter contains the following topics: •

“Locating computer controls, connectors, features, and indicators” on page 1

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“Locating important product information” on page 9

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“Features” on page 12

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“Specifications” on page 13

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“Operating environment” on page 14

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“ThinkVantage Technologies and software” on page 14

Locating computer controls, connectors, features, and indicators This section introduces the computer hardware features to give you the basic information you will need to start using the computer.

Front view

Figure 1. ThinkPad L430 and L530 front view 1 Integrated camera (on some models)

2 Built-in microphone (on some models)

3 Status indicators

4 Power button

6 Fingerprint reader (on some models)

TrackPoint®

pointing stick

7 Bluetooth card

8 Touch pad buttons

9 Touch pad

10 Trackpoint buttons

11 Fn key 13 Volume control buttons 1

12 PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX card 14 Black button

Integrated camera (on some models)

Some models have an integrated camera. Use the camera to take pictures or hold a video conference. For more information about how to use the camera, see “Using the integrated camera” on page 40. 2

Built-in microphone (on some models)

The built-in microphones capture sound and voice when it is used with an application program capable of handling audio. 3

Status indicators

Your computer has several status indicators. For the detailed information about the location and meaning of each indicator, see “Status indicators” on page 8. 4

Power button

Use the power button to turn on the computer. To turn off the computer, use the shut down option on the Start menu. If your computer stops responding and you cannot turn it off, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer is still not responding, remove the ac power adapter and the battery to reset the computer. The power button also can be programmed through the Power Manager program to shut down the computer or put it into sleep or hibernation mode. For more information, see the help information system of the Power Manager program. UltraNav® pointing device 5

TrackPoint pointing stick Touch pad buttons 9 Touch pad 10 TrackPoint buttons 8

The keyboard contains the Lenovo unique UltraNav pointing device. Pointing, selecting, and dragging are all part of a single process that you can perform without moving your fingers from typing position. For more information, see “Using the UltraNav pointing device” on page 24. 6

Fingerprint reader (on some models)

Some models have a fingerprint reader. The fingerprint authentication technology enables you to use your fingerprint to power on the computer, enter the ThinkPad Setup program, or enter the Windows® operating system. For details, see “Using a fingerprint reader” on page 54. 7

Bluetooth card

If your computer is equipped with a Bluetooth card, use the Bluetooth feature to connect peripheral devices to your computer for data transfer or other operation. For more information, see “Using Bluetooth” on page 33. 11

Fn key

Use the Fn key to take advantage of ThinkPad® function keys, such as locking the computer, managing the wireless connections, and so on. For more information, see “Function key combinations” on page 21. 2

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PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX card

Your computer might include a wireless local area network (LAN) card or a wireless combo card for LAN and Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) in the PCI Express Mini Card slot for you to establish wireless LAN/WiMAX connections. Note: WiMAX is only supported on L530 models for Japan only. 13

Volume control buttons

The volume control buttons enable you to quickly adjust the sound volume, mute the speakers, or mute the microphones of your computer. For more information, see “Volume and mute buttons” on page 23. 14

Black button

Press the black button to launch the SimpleTap program. You also can use this button to interrupt the startup sequence of your computer to start the Rescue and Recovery® workspace. For more information about the Rescue and Recovery workspace, see “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on page 61.

Right-side view

Figure 2. ThinkPad L430 and L530 right-side view 1 Security keyhole

2 Always On USB connector

3 Optical drive

4 Combo audio jack

5 Media card reader slot 1

Security keyhole

Purchase a security cable and lock that fit this keyhole to lock your computer to a stationary object to protect your computer from theft. 2

Always On USB connector

By default, the Always On USB connector enables you to charge some devices, such as iPod®, iPhone®, and BlackBerry® smartphones, even when your computer is in sleep or hibernation mode.

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If you want to charge these devices when your computer is turned off, you need to connect the computer to ac power supply and change the Always On USB settings in ThinkPad Setup and the Power Manager program. For more information, see “Config menu” on page 107. 3

Optical drive

Your computer has a slot for an optical drive. The optical drive reads or burns optical discs. 4

Combo audio jack

To listen to the sound from your computer, connect a headphone or a headset that has a 3.5 mm 4-pole plug to the combo audio jack. Notes: • If you are using a headset with a function switch, for example, a headset for an iPhone mobile digital device, do not press this switch while using the headset. If you press it, the headset microphone will be disabled, and the integrated microphones on the computer will be enabled instead. • The combo audio jack does not support a conventional microphone. For more information, see “Using audio features” on page 39. 5

Media card reader slot

You computer have a media card reader slot. For more information about the supported cards, see “Using an ExpressCard or a flash media card” on page 41.

Left-side view

Figure 3. ThinkPad L430 and L530 left-side view

1 Fan louvers

2 Video graphics array (VGA) connector

3 Mini DisplayPort connector

4 USB 3.0 connector

5 USB 2.0 connector

6 ExpressCard slot (on some models)

Fan louvers

The internal fan and louvers enable air to circulate in the computer and cool the central processor. Note: To avoid impeding airflow, do not place any obstacle in front of the fan. 4

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Video graphics array (VGA) connector

Attach a VGA compatible monitor or projector to your computer to display the computer output. Note: If you attach your computer to a docking station or port replicator, use the VGA connector on the docking station or port replicator, not the one on the computer. For details, see “Attaching an external monitor” on page 36. 3

Mini DisplayPort connector

Your computer has a Mini DisplayPort connector, a next-generation digital display interface that connects a compatible projector, an external monitor, or a High Definition Television (HDTV) to your computer. 4

USB 3.0 connector

The USB 3.0 connectors are used for connecting devices compatible with a USB interface, such as a USB printer or a digital camera. Notes: • When you attach a USB cable to the connector, ensure that the USB mark is to the upper side. Otherwise the connector might be damaged. • The USB 3.0 function only works in the Windows 7 operating system. If you are using other Windows operating system rather than Windows 7, the connector works as a USB 2.0 connector. 5

USB 2.0 connector

The USB 2.0 connectors are used for connecting devices compatible with a USB interface, such as a USB printer or a digital camera. Note: When you attach a USB cable to the connector, ensure that the USB mark is to the upper side. Otherwise the connector might be damaged. 6

ExpressCard slot (on some models)

Your computer has an ExpressCard slot for a 54 mm-wide ExpressCard. For details, refer to the instructions in “Using an ExpressCard or a flash media card” on page 41.

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Bottom view

Figure 4. ThinkPad L430 and L530 bottom view 1 Battery

2 Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card slot

3 Docking station connector

4 Hard disk drive or solid state drive

5 Memory upgrade slot

6 PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless WAN card or mSATA solid state drive (on some models)

Battery

Use your computer with battery power whenever ac power adapter is unavailable. You can also use Power Manager to adjust your power setting as needed. For details, see the help information system of the Power Manager program. 2

Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card slot

If your computer has a wireless WAN feature, it might require a SIM card to establish a wireless WAN connections. Depending on the country of delivery, the SIM card might be already installed in the SIM card slot. 3

Docking station connector

Connect your computer to the supported docking station to extend the computer capabilities when you are in your office or at home. 4

Hard disk drive or solid state drive

Depending on models, your computer might have a large-capacity, customer-upgradable hard disk drive that can meet a variety of storage demands. Some models are equipped with an solid state drive for data storage. The cutting-edge technology of solid state drive enables notebook computers to be lighter, smaller and faster. Note: The hidden service partition is the reason why there is less free space than expected on your hard disk drive or solid state drive. This reduction is more noticeable on the solid state drive because of its smaller capacity.

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Memory-upgrade slot

You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a memory module in the memory-upgrade slot. Memory modules are available as options from Lenovo. For more information, see “Replacing and installing a memory module” on page 74. 6

PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless WAN or mSATA solid state drive (on some models)

Your computer might have a wireless wide area network (WAN) card installed in the PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless WAN connections. For some models, an mSATA solid state drive might be installed instead of the wireless WAN card for data storage.

Rear view

Figure 5. ThinkPad L430 and L530 rear view 1 Ethernet connector

2 Power jack

3 Fan louvers 1

Ethernet connector

Connect your computer to a LAN with the Ethernet connector. DANGER To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector. You can only connect an Ethernet cable to this connector. There are two indicators to show the status of the network connection. One is located to the upper right of the connector, and the other to the upper left. When your computer connects to a LAN and a network session is available, the upper left indicator is steady green. While data is being transmitted, the upper right indicator blinks yellow. Note: If you attach your computer to a docking station or port replicator, use the Ethernet connector on the docking station or port replicator to connect to a LAN, not the one on the computer. 2

Power jack

Connect the ac power adapter to the power jack to provide ac power to the computer and charge the battery.

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Fan louvers

The internal fan and louvers enable air to circulate in the computer and cool the central processor. Note: To avoid impeding airflow, do not place any obstacle in front of the fan.

Status indicators Your computer has system-status indicators and power-status indicators. The status indicators show the current status of your computer.

System-status indicators Your computer has system-status indicators. The following picture shows the location and the meaning of each indicator:

Wireless LAN/WAN/WiMAX/Bluetooth status indicator

• Green: The wireless LAN, WAN, WiMAX or Bluetooth feature is on. • Off: The wireless radio is turned off. 2

Device access status indicator

The hard disk drive, solid state drive, optical drive or mSATA solid state drive is reading or writing data. Note: When this indicator is blinking or lighting, do not put the computer into sleep mode or turn off the computer. 3

Power on status indicator

The power button stays lit whenever the computer is on, blinks when the computer is in sleep mode, and is off when the computer is turned off.

Power status indicators The computer has power status indicators that show the mode (sleep, hibernation, or normal) and the battery status. The following shows the location and the meaning of the indicators.

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Sleep status indicator

• Green: The computer is in sleep mode. • Blinking green: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode, or is resuming normal operation. 2

Battery status indicator

• Green: The battery charge level is 20% or more. • Orange: The battery charge level is between 5% and 20%. • Fast blinking orange: The battery charge level is 5% or less, or the battery is charging. • Slow blinking orange: The battery is being charged. When the charge level reaches 20%, the blinking color changes to green. • Slow blinking green: The battery charge level is between 20% and 80%, and charging is continuing. When the battery charge level reaches 80%, the battery status indicator stops blinking, but the charging might continue until the battery is 100% charged. • Quick blinking orange: An error has occurred with the battery. • Off: The battery is detached or the computer is powered off. Note: If the computer is operating on battery power, the battery status indicator does not work while the computer is turned off or is in sleep mode or hibernation mode. Note: If the computer is operating on battery power, the battery status indicator does not work while the computer is turned off or is in sleep or hibernation mode.

Locating important product information This section provides information to help you locate your machine type and model label, FCC ID and IC Certification label, and the Windows Certificate of Authenticity (COA) label.

Machine type and model label The machine type and model label identifies your computer. If you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model number will help support technicians to identify your computer and provide the highest level of service.

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You can find the machine type and model of your computer in the label as shown below:

FCC ID and IC Certification number label There is no FCC ID or IC Certification number for the PCI Express Mini Card shown on the enclosure of your computer. The FCC ID and IC Certification number label is affixed on the card installed in the PCI Express Mini Card slot of your computer.

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If no integrated wireless PCI Express Mini Card has been preinstalled in your computer, you can install one. To do this, follow the procedure in “Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection” on page 82 or “Replacing or installing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN connection” on page 84.

Certificate of Authenticity label The Windows Certificate of Authenticity label for the preinstalled operating system is attached. Printed on this label are the product ID and the product key information for your computer. Record this information and keep it in a safe place. You might need these numbers, to start your computer or reinstall the operating system. The location of the Certificate of Authenticity label of your computer is shown as below:

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Features This section provides information about the computer features. Processor See the system properties of your computer. To view the system properties of your computer, click Start, right-click Computer, then click Properties. Memory Double data rate three synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR3 SDRAM) Storage device • 2.5-inch (7 mm height or 9.5 mm height) hard disk drive • 2.5-inch (7 mm height) solid state drive • mSATA solid state drive (on some models) Display The color display uses the Thin Film Transistor (TFT) technology. • ThinkPad L430 models – Size: 14.0 inches – Resolution: – LCD: Up to 1366 x 768 or 1600 x 900, depending on the model – External monitor: Up to 2560 x 1600 • ThinkPad L530 models – Size: 15.6 inches – Resolution: – LCD: Up to 1366 x 768 or 1600 x 900, depending on the model – External monitor: Up to 2560 x 1600 • Integrated camera • Built-in microphone Keyboard • 84-key, 85-key, or 89-key • UltraNav pointin device (TrackPoint pointing device and touch pad) • Black button • Fn key function • Volume control buttons • Speaker mute button • Microphone mute button Interface • External monitor connector (VGA and Mini DisplayPort connectors) 12

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• Combo audio jack (stereo headphone or headset) • USB connectors (USB 3.0 supported) • Always On USB connector • RJ45 Ethernet connector • 4-in-1 digital media card reader • ExpressCard slot (on some models) • Mini PCI ExpressCard slot for Wireless WAN card or mSATA solid state drive (on some models) • Mini PCI ExpressCard slot for Wireless LAN • Docking station connector Optical drive • MultiBurner Drive (on some models) • DVD CD Multi Recorder (on some models) Wireless features • Integrated wireless LAN • Integrated Bluetooth (on some models) • Integrated wireless WAN (on some models) Security features Fingerprint reader (on some models)

Specifications Size • ThinkPad L430 models – Width: 13.9 inches (354 mm) – Depth: 9.6 inches (243 mm) – Height: 1.2 inches to 1.2 inches (29.6 mm to 31.4 mm) • ThinkPad L530 models – Width: 15 inches (380 mm) – Depth: 9.7 inches (247 mm) – Height: 1.2 inches to 1.3 inches (31.7 mm to 33.4 mm) Heat output • 65 W (222 Btu/hr) maximum, or 90 W (307 Btu/hr) maximum (depending on the model) • 135 W (460 Btu/hr) maximum, or 170 W (580 Btu/hr) maximum (if your computer is connected to the docking station) Power source (ac power adapter) • Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack Chapter 1. Product Overview

Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack Battery life For percentage of remaining battery power, see the Power Manager Battery Gauge on the taskbar. Power Manager also displays a green, yellow and red indication. A battery under warranty with a red indication is eligible for a warranty replacement.

Operating environment This section provides information about operating environment of your computer. Environment • Maximum altitude without pressurization: 3048 m (10 000 ft) • Temperature – At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft) – Operating: 5.0°C to 35.0°C (41°F to 95°F) – Storage: 5.0°C to 43.0°C (41°F to 109°F) – At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft) – Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition: 31.3°C (88°F) Note: When you charge the battery pack, its temperature must be at least 10°C (50°F). • Relative humidity: – Operating: 8% to 80% – Storage: 5% to 95% If possible, place your computer in a well-ventilated and dry area without direct exposure to sunshine. Keep electrical appliances such as an electric fan, radio, high-powered speakers, air conditioner, and microwave oven away from your computer because the strong magnetic fields generated by these appliances can damage the monitor and data on the hard disk or solid state drive. Do not place any beverages on top of or beside the computer or other attached devices. If liquid is spilled on or in the computer or an attached device, a short circuit or other damage might occur. Do not eat or smoke over your keyboard. Particles that fall into your keyboard can cause damage.

ThinkVantage Technologies and software ThinkVantage Technologies and some other software programs are preinstalled on your computer to help you work more easily and securely. Note: To learn more about ThinkVantage Technologies and other computing solutions offered by Lenovo, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support.

Accessing ThinkVantage applications This section provides information about how to access ThinkVantage applications on the Windows 7 operating system.

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You can access applications from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program or from Control Panel. • Accessing applications from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools. Double-click an application icon to access the application. Note: If an application icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools application navigation window is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the application manually. To install the application manually, double-click the application icon. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation process completes, the application icon will be activated. Table 1. Applications in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program Application

Icon name

Access Connections™

Internet Connection

Active Protection System™

Airbag Protection

Fingerprint Software

Fingerprint Reader

Client Security Solution

Enhanced Security

Lenovo Solution Center

System Health and Diagnostics

Mobile Broadband Connect

3G Mobile Broadband

Communications Utility

Web Conferencing

Password Manager

Password Vault

Power Manager

Power Controls

Recovery Media

Factory Recovery Disks

Rescue and

Recovery®

Enhanced Backup and Restore

Screen Reader Optimizer

Reading Optimization

System Update

Update and Drivers

GPS Enabler

GPS

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Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the applications might not be available. • Accessing applications from Control Panel Click Start ➙ Control Panel. Depending on the application you want to access, click the corresponding section and then click the corresponding green text. Note: If you do not find the application you need in Control Panel, open the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools application navigation window and double-click the dimmed icon to install the application you need. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation process completes, the application icon will be activated, and you can find the application in Control Panel. The sections in Control Panel, the green texts, and the applications are listed in the following table. Table 2. Applications in Control Panel Application

Control Panel section

Green text in Control Panel

Access Connections

Network and Internet

Lenovo - Internet Connection

Active Protection System

System and Security

Lenovo - Airbag Protection

Hardware and Sound Client Security Solution

System and Security

Lenovo - Enhanced Security

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Table 2. Applications in Control Panel (continued) Application

Control Panel section

Green text in Control Panel

Communications Utility

Hardware and Sound

Lenovo - Web Conferencing

Fingerprint Software

System and Security

Lenovo - Fingerprint Reader

Hardware and Sound

or Lenovo - Notebook Fingerprint Reader

Lenovo Solution Center

System and Security

Lenovo - System Health and Diagnostics

Lenovo AutoLock

System and Security

Lenovo - Camera-enhanced security

Message Center Plus

Programs

Messages from Lenovo

Mobile Broadband Connect

Network and Internet

Lenovo - 3G Mobile Broadband

Password Manager

System and Security

Lenovo - Password Vault

User Accounts and Family Safety Power Manager

Hardware and Sound

Lenovo - Power Controls

System and Security Screen Reader Optimizer

Appearances and Personalization

Lenovo - Reading Optimization

SimpleTap

Programs

Lenovo’s SimpleTap

Recovery Media

System and Security

Lenovo - Factory Recovery Disks

System Update

System and Security

Lenovo - Update and Drivers

Rescue and Recovery

System and Security

Lenovo - Enhanced Backup and Restore

GPS Enabler

Network and Internet

Lenovo - GPS

System and Security

Note: Depending on your computer model, some applications might not be available.

ThinkVantage applications This topic provides a brief introduction to some ThinkVantage applications. Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the applications 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. Active Protection System The Active Protection System program protects your hard disk drive when the shock sensor inside your computer detects a condition that could damage the drive, such as system tilt, excessive vibration, or shock. The hard disk drive is less vulnerable to damage when it is not operating. This is because when the hard disk drive is not operating, the system stops it from spinning, and might also move the read and write heads of 16

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the drive to areas that do not contain data. As soon as the shock sensor senses that the environment is stable again (minimal change in system tilt, vibration, or shock), it turns the hard disk drive on. 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 ThinkVantage Communications Utility program to configure settings for the integrated 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 real-time map provided by Google Maps or Microsoft® Bing™ Maps. Lenovo AutoLock To help guard against unauthorized use, the Lenovo AutoLock program automatically locks the computer screen when the integrated camera does not detect human presence through facial feature recognition. The integrated camera starts detecting facial feature when there is no activity from the keyboard or mouse for a certain period of time. Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum system performance. Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program helps you work more easily and securely by providing easy access to various technologies, such as: • Lenovo Solution Center • Power Manager • Rescue and Recovery • System Update Message Center Plus The Message Center Plus program automatically displays messages to inform you about important notices from Lenovo, such as alerts on system updates and alerts on conditions that require your attention. Mobile Broadband Connect The Mobile Broadband Connect program enables your computer to connect to the mobile broadband (3G) network through a supported wireless WAN card.

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Password Manager The Password Manager program automatically captures and fills in authentication information for Windows applications and Web sites. Power Manager The Power Manager program provides convenient, flexible, and complete power management for your computer. It enables you to adjust your computer power settings to achieve the best balance between performance and power saving. Product Recovery This program enables you to create recovery media to restore the contents of the system drive or hard disk drive to the same state as when the computer was originally shipped from the factory. For information about how to open and use this program, refer to “Creating and using recovery media” on page 59. Recovery Media The Recovery Media program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings. Rescue and Recovery The Rescue and Recovery program is a one-button recovery and restore solution that includes a set of self-recovery tools to help you diagnose computer problems, get help, and recover from system crashes, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system. Screen Reader Optimizer The Screen Reader Optimizer program enables you to achieve the best reading experience by setting your preferred screen brightness level and rotating the screen for the most comfortable reading position. SimpleTap The SimpleTap program provides you with a quick way to customize some basic computer settings such as muting the speakers, adjusting the volume, locking the computer operating system, launching a program, opening a Web page, opening a file, and so on. You also can use the SimpleTap program to access the Lenovo App Shop, from which you can download various applications and computer software. To start the SimpleTap program in a quick way, do any of the following: • Click the red SimpleTap launch point on the desktop. The red launch point is available on the desktop after you have launched the SimpleTap program for the first time. • Press the black button if your keyboard has one. To locate the black button, see “Front view” on page 1. Note: The SimpleTap program is only available on certain models preinstalled with the Windows 7 operating system. If your Windows 7 model is not preinstalled with the SimpleTap program, you can download it from http://www.lenovo.com/simpletap. System Update The System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date by downloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, UEFI BIOS updates, and other third party applications).

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Chapter 2. Using your computer This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components. It contains the following topics: •

“Register your computer” on page 19

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“Frequently asked questions” on page 19

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“Special keys and buttons” on page 21

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“Using the UltraNav pointing device” on page 24

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“Power management” on page 27

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“Connecting to the network” on page 31

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“Presentations and multimedia” on page 36

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“Using audio features” on page 39

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“Using the integrated camera” on page 40

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“Using the optical disk drive” on page 41

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“Using an ExpressCard or a flash media card” on page 41

Register your computer When you register your computer, information is entered into a database, which enables Lenovo to contact you in case of a recall or other severe problem. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users. When you register your computer with Lenovo, you will also receive the following benefits: • Quicker service when you call Lenovo for help • Automatic notification of free software and special promotional offers To register your computer with Lenovo, go to http://www.lenovo.com/register. Then follow the instructions on the screen.

Frequently asked questions Here are a few tips that will help you optimize the use of ThinkPad notebook computer. To ensure that you receive the best performance from your computer, browse the following Web page to find information such as aids for troubleshooting and answers to frequently asked questions: http://www.lenovo.com/support/faq Can I get my user guide in another language? • To download the user guide in another language, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. Then follow the instructions on the screen.

On the go and need to use battery power more effectively? • To conserve power, or to suspend operation without exiting applications or saving files, see “Understanding the power-saving modes” on page 29. • To achieve the best balance between performance and power saving, create and apply power plans by use of the Power Manager program. • If your computer will be turned off for an extended period of time, you can prevent battery power from draining by removing the battery. See “Power management” on page 27. Concerned about security or need to securely dispose of data stored on your hard disk or solid state drive? • Study the Chapter 4 “Security” on page 47 to find out how you can protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use. • Before you dispose of the data on the hard disk or the solid state drive, be sure to read “Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid state drive” on page 56. Getting connected in different locations is a challenge? • To troubleshoot a wireless networking issue, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/faq. • Take advantage of the networking features by use of the Access Connection program. • To learn more about using the wireless features of your computer, see “Wireless connections” on page 32. • To travel more confidently, be sure to check the tips in “Traveling with your computer” on page 45. • Press Fn+F5 or use the wireless radio switch to enable or disable the wireless features. Need to give presentations or attach an external monitor often? • Ensure that you follow the procedure in “Attaching an external monitor” on page 36. • With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and an external monitor. Need to attach or replace a device? • See Chapter 6 “Replacing devices” on page 65 for more information about replacing the devices of your computer. • See Chapter 7 “Enhancing your computer” on page 91 for more information about enhancing the features of your computer. You have been using your computer for some time already, and it is getting slower? • Read the topic “General tips for preventing problems” on page 121. • Diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled software. See “Diagnosing problems” on page 127. • Also “Performing backup and recovery operations” on page 60 is provided on your computer hard disk or solid state drive. For more information, see Chapter 5 “Recovery overview” on page 59. Print the following sections and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this online help when necessary. •

“Installing a new operating system” on page 103

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“Computer stops responding” on page 127

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“Power problems” on page 140

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Special keys and buttons Your computer has several special keys and buttons to help you work more easily and effectively.

Function key combinations To use the Fn key combinations, press and hold the Fn key Release both keys.

, then press one of the function keys

Power conservation Fn+F4 Put your computer into sleep mode. To return to normal operation, press the Fn key only. If you want to use the combination to put the computer into hibernation mode, change the settings in the Power Manager program. Switching a display output location • Fn+F7 Switch between the computer display and an external monitor. The following display options might be available: – Computer display only (LCD) – Computer display and external monitor (same image) – Computer display and external monitor (Extend desktop function) – External monitor only Enabling or disabling the wireless features • Fn+F5 Enable or disable the built-in wireless networking features. If you press Fn+F5, a list of wireless features is displayed. You can quickly change the power state of each feature in the list. Notes: To use Fn+F5 to enable or disable the wireless features, the following device drivers must be installed on your computer beforehand: – Power Management driver – OnScreen Display Utility

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– Wireless device drivers You can download these drivers from http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers. Launching the camera and audio settings • Fn+F6 Press Fn+F6 to open the Communications Settings window. From this window, you can take a picture, change the camera and audio settings, and launch the Communications Utility program. Adjusting the brightness level of the computer display • Fn+F8: The computer display becomes dimmer. • Fn+F9: The computer display becomes brighter. This function changes the brightness level temporarily. To change the default brightness level, change the settings through the Power Manager program. Multimedia controls • Fn+F10: Previous track/scene • Fn+F11: Play or pause • Fn+F12: Next track/scene Other functions • Fn+F3: Locks your computer. • Fn+B: Has the same function as the Break key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+P: Has the same function as the Pause key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+S: Has the same function as the SysRq key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+K: Has the same function as the ScrLK key on a conventional keyboard. • Fn+Spacebar: Not supported on your computer. Note: Though your keyboard comes with a ThinkLight icon on the space key, the ThinkLight light function is not available on ThinkPad L430 and L530 models.

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Volume and mute buttons You can adjust the sound level of your computer by using the following three buttons:

1 Speaker mute button: Press this key to mute the sound of your computer. If you mute the sound and then turn off your computer, the sound will remain muted when you turn on your computer again. To turn on the sound, press the speaker mute button again or press the volume control button. 2

Volume control button: Press this key to quickly adjust the volume of the sound from your computer

Microphone mute button: Press this key to mute or unmute all of the recording devices.

Setting the volume To adjust the output volume or the recording volume, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Sound. The Sound window opens. 2. Click the Playback tab or Recording tab, and then click a device, which you want to customize. 3. Click the Properties button. 4. Click the Levels tab, and then change the volume by moving the slider. You also can get access to the desktop volume control by using the volume icon on the taskbar at the lower right of the screen. For details about controlling volume, refer to your Windows help information system. Setting the microphone mute settings By default, when you press the microphone mute button, all of the recording devices are set on mute or unmute. To change the setting, do the following: 1. Press Fn+F6. The Communications Settings window opens. 2. Click the Manage Settings button. The Communications Utility window opens. 3. On the VoIP Call Settings tab, click Microphone mute button settings. The Setting for Microphone Mute window opens. 4. Select Only the recording device selected below:. Then select the recording device from the drop-down list box. 5. Click OK.

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Windows key

Press the Windows key

to open the Start menu of the Windows operating system.

You can also use the Windows key together with another key to achieve other functions. For details, refer to the help information system of the Windows operating system.

Using the UltraNav pointing device Your computer may come with the UltraNav pointing device. The UltraNav pointing device consists of the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad, each of which is itself a pointing device with both basic and extended functions. You can configure both devices by choosing the settings you prefer. • Set both the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad as pointing devices. This setting enables the use of all the basic and extended functions of the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad. • Set the TrackPoint pointing device as the main pointing device and the touch pad for extended functions only. This setting enables the use of all basic and extended functions with the TrackPoint pointing device while limiting the use of the touch pad to scrolling, tap zones, and slow-motion pointer functions. • Set the touch pad as the main pointing device and the TrackPoint pointing device for the extended functions only. This setting enables the use of all basic and extended functions with the touch pad while limiting the use of the TrackPoint pointing device to scrolling function. • Set the TrackPoint pointing device as the main pointing device, and disable the touch pad. • Set the touch pad as the main pointing device, and disable the TrackPoint pointing device. Changing the UltraNav pointing device settings To change the UltraNav pointing device settings, click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ UltraNav. Then change the settings as you desired.

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Using the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device consists of a pointing stick 1 on the keyboard and three click buttons at the bottom of the keyboard. To move the pointer 5 on the screen, you apply pressure to the nonslip cap on the pointing stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard; the pointing stick itself does not move. The speed at which the pointer moves depends on the pressure you apply to the pointing stick. The functions of the right 2 and left 4 click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse. The TrackPoint center button 3 , called the scroll bar, enables you to scroll Web pages or documents in any direction with no need to use the graphic scroll bars on the side of the window.

If you are not familiar with the TrackPoint pointing device, read the instructions that will help you get started. 1. Place your hands in the typing position, and press gently with either index finger on the pointing stick in the direction in which you want the pointer to move. To move the pointer, press the pointing stick away from you to move it up, toward you to move it down, to one side or the other to move it sideways. Note: The pointer might drift. This is not a defect. Stop using the TrackPoint pointing device for a few seconds, the pointer will stop moving. 2. To select and drag as required by your software, press the left or right click button with either thumb and move the TrackPoint pointing stick. Customizing the settings of the TrackPoint pointing device You can customize the TrackPoint pointing device and its buttons as follows: • Change the sensitivity of the TrackPoint. • Enable the TrackPoint scrolling function. To customize the settings of the TrackPoint pointing device, click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ UltraNav. Changing the cap The cap 1 on the end of the TrackPoint pointing stick is removable. You can replace it as shown in the drawing.

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Note: If you replace the keyboard, a new keyboard is shipped with the default cap. If you wish, you can keep the cap from your old keyboard and use it on the new one.

Using the touch pad The touch pad of your computer supports multi-touch with which you can zoom in, zoom out, scroll or rotate on the screen while browsing the Internet or reading or editing a document. The touch pad consists of a pad 1 and two click buttons below the TrackPoint buttons at the bottom of the keyboard. To move the pointer 4 on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the pointer to move. The functions of the left 3 and right 2 click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse.

Customizing the touch pad To customize the settings of the TrackPoint pointing device, click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ UltraNav.

Disabling the UltraNav pointing device and using an external mouse If you attach an external mouse to a USB connector, you can use the external mouse simultaneously with the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad.

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Disabling the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad If you want to disable the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ UltraNav. 2. To disable the TrackPoint pointing device, clear the check box for Enable TrackPoint . To disable the touch pad, clear the check box for Enable touch pad. 3. Click OK. Note: You can also open the UltraNav properties window by clicking the UltraNav icon on the taskbar. For details, refer to the instructions in “Adding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area” on page 27.

Adding the UltraNav icon to the Windows notification area For easy access to the UltraNav properties, you can enable the display of the UltraNav in the Windows notification area. To enable the display the UltraNav icon in the Windows notification area, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Mouse ➙ UltraNav. 2. In the Mouse Properties window, click the UltraNav tab. 3. Select the check box for Show UltraNav icon on the system tray. 4. Click OK or Apply. 5. Click Show hidden icons on the taskbar. The UltraNav icon is displayed. To add it to the taskbar permanently, click Customize and proceed to customize the settings.

Power management When you need to use your computer away from electrical outlets, you depend on battery power to keep your computer running. Different computer components consume power at different rates. The more you use the power-intensive components, the faster you consume battery power. Spend more time unplugged with ThinkPad batteries. Mobility has revolutionized business by allowing you to take your work wherever you go. With ThinkPad batteries, you will be able to work longer without being tied to an electrical outlet.

Checking battery status The Power Manager Battery Gauge in the task tray displays the percentage of battery power remaining. The rate at which you use battery power will determine how long you can use the battery of your computer between charges. Because each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will last. There are two main factors: • How much energy is stored in the battery when you begin to work. • The way you use your computer. For example, how often you access the hard disk drive or the solid state drive? How bright you make the computer display? And how often you use wireless features?

Using the ac power adapter The power to run your computer can come either from the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack provided with it, or from ac power through the ac power adapter. While you use ac power, the battery charges automatically. The ac power adapter that comes with your computer has two basic components: 1. The transformer pack that converts ac power adapter for use with the computer. Chapter 2. Using your computer

2. The power cord that plugs into the ac outlet and into the transformer pack. Attention: Using an improper power cord could cause severe damage to your computer. To use the ac power adapter, ensure to take these steps in the order they are given as follows: 1. Connect the ac power adapter to the power jack of the computer. 2. Connect the power cord to the transformer pack. 3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Tips on using the ac power adapter You can check the status of your battery at any time by looking at the battery meter at the bottom of your display. • When the ac power adapter is not in use, disconnect it from the electrical outlet. • Do not bind the power cord tightly around the ac power adapter transformer pack when it is connected to the transformer. • Before you charge the battery, ensure that its temperature is at least 10°C (50°F). • You can charge the battery when the ac power adapter is connected to the computer and the battery is installed. You need to charge it in any of the following conditions: – When you purchase a new battery – If the battery status indicator starts blinking – If the battery has not been used for a long time

Charging the battery When you check battery status and find that the percentage of power remaining is low or when the power alarm alerts you that the remaining power is low, you need to charge your battery or replace it with a charged battery. If an ac outlet is convenient, plug the ac power adapter into it, and then insert the jack into the computer. The battery will be fully charged in about 3 to 6 hours. The charging time is affected by the battery size and the physical environment. You can check the battery charging status at any time by looking at the battery meter icon at the Windows notification area. Note: To increase the life of the battery, the computer does not start recharging the battery if the remaining power is greater than 95%.

Maximizing battery life To maximize the life of the battery, do the following: • Use the battery until the charge is completely depleted; that is, use the battery until the battery status indicator starts blinking orange. • Recharge the battery completely before using it. The battery is fully charged if the battery indicator shows green when the ac power adapter is plugged in. • Always use power management features such as power modes, screen blank, sleep, and hibernation.

Managing your battery power With Power Manager, you can adjust your power settings to give you the best balance between performance and power saving.

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For instructions on accessing the Power Manager program, see “Accessing ThinkVantage applications” on page 14. For more information about the Power Manager program, refer to the help information system.

Understanding the power-saving modes There are several modes that you can use at any time to conserve power. This section introduces each mode and gives tips on the effective use of the battery power. Introducing the power-saving modes • Screen blank. The computer display requires considerable battery power. To put the computer into screen blank mode, right-click the battery gauge from the Windows notification area and select Power off display. • Sleep. In sleep mode, your work is saved to memory, and then the solid state drive or the hard disk drive and the computer display are turned off. When your computer wakes up, your work is restored within seconds. To put your computer into sleep mode, press Fn+F4. To return from sleep mode, press Fn key. Depending on the computer model, your computer might support the 30 Day Standby function. When this function is enabled, the computer consumes even less power in the sleep mode and takes only seconds to resume normal operation when you press the power button. To enable the 30 Day Standby function, do the following: 1. Open the Power Manager program and switch to the advanced view. 2. Click the Global Power Settings tab and select Enable 30 Day Standby. 3. Click Apply. The 30 Day Standby function will take effect the next time you start your computer. For more information about the 30 Day Standby function, refer to the help information system of the Power Manager program. You also can use the combination to put the computer into hibernation mode or do-nothing mode by changing the settings in the Power Manager program. • Hibernation. By using this mode, you can turn off your computer completely without saving files or exiting from any applications that are running. When the computer enters hibernation, all open applications, folders, and files are saved to the hard disk, and then the computer turns off. To enter hibernation, press Fn+F12. To resume your session, press the power button for no more than four seconds. When you are not using the wireless features, such as Bluetooth or wireless LAN, turn them off. This will help conserve power. To turn off the wireless features, press Fn+F5. Enabling the wakeup function If you put your computer into hibernation mode, and the wakeup function is disabled (this is the default setting), the computer does not consume any power. If the wakeup function is enabled, it consumes a small amount of power. To enable the function, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ System and Security. 2. Click Administrative Tools. 3. Click Task Scheduler. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. 4. From the left pane, select the task folder for which you want to enable the wakeup function. The scheduled tasks are displayed. 5. Click a scheduled task, and then click the Conditions tab. 6. Under Power, select the check box for Wake the computer to run this task.

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Enabling the battery alarm Program your computer so that when the battery power falls below a certain level, three events occur: • The alarm goes off. • A message is displayed. • The LCD is turned off. To enable the battery alarm, do the following: 1. Start the Power Manager program. 2. Click the Global Power Settings tab. 3. For Low battery alarm or Critically low battery alarm, set the percentage of the power level and set the action. Note: If your computer enters sleep or hibernation mode when the battery is low, but the alarm message has not yet been displayed, the message will be displayed when the computer resumes. To resume normal operation, click OK.

Handling the battery This system supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovo or an authorized builder. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for other systems. If an unauthorized battery or a battery designed for another system is installed, the system will not charge. Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use. Note: If an unauthorized battery is installed, the following message will be displayed: “The battery installed is not supported by this system and will not charge. Please replace the battery with the correct Lenovo battery for this system.”

DANGER Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack. Attempting to do so can cause an explosion, or liquid leakage from the battery pack. A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty.

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DANGER If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do 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 place. • Keep it away from children. The battery pack is a consumable supply. If your battery begins to discharge quickly, replace the battery pack with a new one of the type recommended by Lenovo. For more information on replacing the battery pack, contact your Customer Support Center. DANGER Do not drop, crush, puncture, or subject to strong forces. Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. If your battery is damaged, or if you notice any discharge from your battery or the buildup of foreign materials on the battery leads, stop using the battery and obtain a replacement from the battery manufacturer.

DANGER Only recharge the battery pack strictly according to instructions included in the product documentation.

DANGER Do not put the battery pack in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards.

DANGER There is a danger of an explosion if the backup battery is incorrectly placed. The lithium battery contains lithium and can explode if it is not properly handled, or disposed of. Replace only with a battery of the same type. To avoid possible injury or death, Do not: (1) throw or immerse into water, (2) allow it to heat to more than 100°C (212°F), or (3) attempt to repair or disassemble it. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards.

Connecting to the network Your computer has one or more network adapters for connecting to the Internet and to your company's wired LAN or wireless LAN network.

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Note: Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a built-in wireless WAN card enabling you to establish wireless connections over remote public or private networks.

Ethernet connections You can connect to a local network or a broadband connection by use of the Ethernet feature built into your computer. To connect to a network through Ethernet, you can use the Access Connections program. For more information, see the help information system of the program. DANGER Your computer has an Ethernet connector. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector.

Wireless connections Wireless connection is the transfer of data without the use of cables by means of radio waves only. Depending on the frequency used for data transmission, the area covered, or the type of the device used for data transfer, the following categories of wireless networks may be available to you. Wireless LAN A wireless local area network covers a relatively small geographic area, such as an office building or a house. Devices based on the 802.11 standards can connect to this network. Wireless WAN A wireless wide area network covers a broader geographic area. Cellular networks are used for data transmission, and access is provided by a wireless service carrier. Bluetooth One of a number of technologies used to create a wireless personal area network. Bluetooth can connect devices a short distance from one another, and is commonly used for connecting peripheral devices to a computer, transferring data between hand-held devices and personal computer, or remotely controlling and communicating with devices such as mobile phones. WiMAX This long-range wireless data transmission technology based on the 802.16 standard, is expected to provide the user a last mile broadband connectivity similar to that provided by cable or ADSL, but without the need to physically connect a cable to the personal computer.

Establishing wireless LAN connections Your computer comes with a built-in wireless networking card and a configuration utility to help you make wireless connections and monitor the status of your connection, so that you can stay connected to your network while you are in the office, in a meeting room, or at home, with no need for a wired connection. Attention: • If you carry your computer with the wireless LAN feature into an airplane, check the services with the airline before boarding the airplane.

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• If there are restrictions on the use of computers on an airplane with the wireless feature, you need to disable it before boarding. To disable it, refer to the instructions in “Enabling or disabling the wireless feature” on page 36. Note: You can purchase a wireless network card as an option from Lenovo at http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html. Tips for using the wireless LAN feature • Place your computer so that there are as few obstacles as possible between the wireless LAN access point and the computer. • For the best connection of the wireless LAN feature, open your computer display to an angle of slightly more than 90 degrees. • If you use the wireless feature (the 802.11 standard) of your computer simultaneously with a Bluetooth option, data transmission speed can be delayed and the performance of the wireless feature can be degraded. Setting up the Wireless LAN connection To use the built-in wireless networking card (the 802.11 standard) to communicate, start the Access Connections program. See “Accessing ThinkVantage applications” on page 14. Note: Before you start setting up wireless networking connections by using Access Connections, obtain a Network Name (SSID) and your encryption information from your network administrator.

Establishing wireless WAN connections Wireless Wide Area Network (wireless WAN) enables you to establish wireless connections over remote public or private networks. These connections can be maintained over a large geographical area, such as a city or an entire country, by use of multiple antenna sites or satellite systems maintained by wireless service providers. Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a built-in wireless WAN card integrating some wireless WAN technologies, such as 1xEV-DO, HSPA, 3G or GPRS. You can connect to the Internet or your company network with the built-in wireless WAN card and the configuration utility to make a wireless WAN connection and monitor its status. Note: Wireless WAN service is provided by authorized service providers in some countries. To find the location of the wireless WAN antenna on your computer, refer to “Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas” on page 152. To use the wireless WAN feature, start the Access Connections program. For information on how to start the Access Connections program, see “Accessing ThinkVantage applications” on page 14.

Using Bluetooth Some models are equipped with a Bluetooth card that is compliant to Bluetooth Specification 4.0. You can enable or disable the Bluetooth feature by pressing Fn+F5. Some other virtual device drivers will be installed on demand when you use certain Bluetooth profiles for the first time. To configure a Bluetooth device or manage connection settings, you can use Bluetooth Devices in Control Panel by click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Devices and Printers. To send data to a Bluetooth-enabled device, do the following: 1. Press Fn+F5 to enable the Bluetooth feature. 2. Right-click data that you want to send.

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3. Select Send To ➙ Bluetooth. 4. Select a Bluetooth device and then follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If you use the wireless feature (the 802.11 standard) of your computer simultaneously with a Bluetooth option, data transmission speed can be delayed and the performance of the wireless feature can be degraded. To add a Bluetooth device, do the following: 1. Press Fn+F5 and enable the Bluetooth feature. 2. Click the Bluetooth icon from the Windows notification area and select Add a Device or Add a Bluetooth Device. 3. Follow the instruction on the screen to establish the connection. After you add a Bluetooth device, double click the device from the device list to configure the profiles of that device. For details about supported profiles, see “Wireless related information” on page 151. For more information about using the Bluetooth feature, refer to the Windows help information system and the Bluetooth help information system.

Using WiMAX Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a built-in wireless LAN card integrating WiMAX technology. WiMAX, a long-range wireless data transmission technology based on the 802.16 standard, provides you with a last time broadband connectivity similar to that offered by cable or ADSL, but without the need to physically connect a cable to the personal computer. To use the WiMAX feature, start the Access Connections program.

Checking wireless connection status You can check your computer wireless connection status and wireless signal strength through the Access Connections gauge on the taskbar, or through the Access Connections icon and wireless status icon on the taskbar. Access Connections Gauge The Access Connections Gauge on the taskbar displays the signal strength and status of your wireless connection. Note: To display Access Connections Gauge on the taskbar, see the help information system in the Access Connections program. You can find more detailed information about the signal strength and status of your wireless connection by opening Access Connections or by right-clicking the Access Connections Gauge on the taskbar and selecting View Status of Wireless Connection. • Access Connections Gauge states: wireless LAN – –

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Enabling or disabling the wireless feature To enable or disable the wireless feature, press Fn+F5 to bring up the wireless feature list, such as wireless LAN and Bluetooth. Select a feature to enable or disable it.

Presentations and multimedia You can connect your computer to a projector to give presentations or you can connect your computer to an external monitor to expand your workspace.

Changing display settings You can change the display settings, such as font size, display resolution and so on. To change the font size, do the following: 1. Open Control Panel and click Appearance and Personalization. 2. Click Display for further configuration. 3. Click Apply. The change will take effect after you log off.

Connecting a projector or external display This topic provides information about connecting a projector or an external monitor.

Attaching an external monitor Your computer can support a maximum video resolution of up to 2048x1536 (with an external monitor attached to the VGA connector) or up to 2560x1600 (with an external monitor attached to the Mini DisplayPort connector), provided that the external monitor also supports that resolution. For more details, refer to the manuals provided with your monitor. You can set any resolution for either the computer display or the external monitor. When you use both at the same time, the resolution of both is the same. If you set a higher resolution for the computer display, you can see only part of the screen at a time. You can see other parts by moving the image with the TrackPoint pointing device or another pointing device. You can move the display output to the computer display, the external monitor, or both in the Display Settings window by pressing Fn+F7. Connecting an external monitor To attach an external monitor, do the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the VGA connector or the Mini DisplayPort connector. 2. Connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 3. Turn on the external monitor. 4. Change the display output location by pressing Fn+F7. This enables you to switch between viewing output on the external monitor, the computer monitor, and both monitors. Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, right-click on the desktop, then select Screen resolution. Click the Detect button. Setting the monitor types To set your monitor type, do the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 2. Turn on the external monitor. 36

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3. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, click the Detect button. 4. Select an external monitor and set Resolution. 5. Click Advanced Settings. 6. Click the Monitor tab. Check the monitor information window to ensure that the monitor type is correct. If it is, click OK to close the window; otherwise do the following. 7. If more than two monitor types are displayed, select Generic PnP Monitor or Generic Non-PnP Monitor. 8. Click Properties. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. 9. Click the Driver tab. 10. Click Update Driver. 11. Click Browse my computer for driver software, and then click Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer. 12. Clear the Show compatible hardware check box. 13. Select Manufacturer and Model for your monitor. If you cannot find your monitor in the list, stop the installation of this driver and use the driver shipped with your monitor. 14. After updating the driver, click Close. 15. Click OK. Note: To change the color settings, right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. Click Advanced Settings, select the Monitor tab, then set Colors. Considerations for attaching an external monitor • When installing an operating system, you must install the display driver for your monitor that is supplied with the computer, and the Monitor INF file that is supplied with the external monitor. • If you set a resolution higher than the resolution you are using on the panel, and use a panel that does not support that resolution, take advantage of the virtual screen function, which enables you to display only a part of the high-resolution screen image your computer produces. You can see other parts of the image by moving the screen with the TrackPoint pointing device or other pointing device. • If the external monitor you are using is outdated, the resolution and the refresh rate may be limited.

Using the DVI monitor If your computer is attached to one of the following optional expansion units, you can connect a DVI monitor to your computer through the DVI connector of that unit: • ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 • ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 • Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0 • Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 Notes: • The screen mode that can be used depends on the specifications of the DVI monitor. • Before you attach the DVI monitor, ensure that the computer is attached to the expansion unit and the system works properly. To attach the DVI monitor, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer.

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2. Connect the DVI monitor to the DVI connector of the expansion unit, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 3. Turn on the DVI monitor and the computer. The system starts. For computers that support Intel graphics/NVIDIA Optimus card, if the computer output does not appear on the DVI monitor, do the following: 1. Press Ctrl+Alt+F12. The Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel window opens. 2. Select Advanced Mode and click OK. 3. Select Multiple Displays. 4. In the Operating Mode field, select any of the following options. • Single Display: Depending on your configuration, the computer output is displayed on either the computer display or the DVI monitor. • Clone Displays: The same computer output is displayed on both the computer display and the DVI monitor. • Extend Desktop: Different computer output is displayed on the computer display and the DVI monitor. Considerations for attaching a DVI monitor Connect the DVI monitor to the expansion unit, and turn it on, before you turn on the computer. Otherwise the system cannot recognize the DVI monitor. If the option for enabling the DVI monitor in the Display Properties window does not appear, try closing the window and opening it again. If the option still does not appear, ensure that the connector of the monitor is attached firmly, and repeat the procedure for attaching the monitor.

Using the Mini DisplayPort connector Your computer has a Mini DisplayPort connector, a digital display interface for connection to various external devices, such as CRT monitors, projectors, or even high-definition televisions. This compact connector enables a plug-and-play setup and supports adapters that can plug into DVI, VGA, or HDMI connectors. The Mini DisplayPort connector of your computer supports audio as well as video streaming.

Setting up a presentation To display information and make presentations, you can attach a data projector to your computer through the VGA connector on your computer. Note: It may take several seconds before the projector displays the image. If you do not see your desktop displayed after 60 seconds, try pressing Fn+F7 to switch between different display output locations. Your projector might have one or more audio-input connectors. To project sound, you will need to attach the combo audio jack on your computer to these connectors, using an audio cable (commercially available).

Using dual displays This section introduces the Extend desktop function that enables you to display output (the same or different) on both the computer display and an external monitor.

Using the Extend desktop function Your computer supports a function named the Extend desktop. With it, you can display output on both the computer display and an external monitor. You can also display different desktop images on each monitor.

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You can use the Extend desktop function without changing any settings. If the function does not work, refer to “Enabling the Extend desktop function” on page 39 to enable it.

Considerations for using the Extend desktop function • If you want to show DOS full-screen while in the Extend desktop mode, only the primary display shows DOS; the other display is blacked out. If your computer has the Intel display adapter, you can designate the other display as the primary display. Do the following: 1. Press Ctrl+Alt+F12. The Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel window opens. 2. Select Advanced Mode and click OK. 3. Click Multiple Display. 4. Select the desired display as the primary display. • When an application using the DirectDraw or the Direct3D is played in full-screen mode, it is shown only on the primary display. • You cannot use the display switching function when you are in the Extend desktop mode.

Enabling the Extend desktop function To enable the Extend desktop function, do the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 2. Turn on the external monitor. 3. Press Fn+F7, then select Extend. To change the resolution for each monitor, do the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. 2. Click the Monitor-1 icon (for the primary display, the computer display). 3. Set the Resolution of the primary display. 4. Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the external display). 5. Set the Resolution of the secondary display. 6. Click Advanced settings and set up the color quality on the Monitor tab. 7. Click OK to apply the changes.

Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature Some ThinkPad notebook computers support the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature. To achieve the best balance between the computer performance and a long battery life, depending on the graphics quality demand of the running application and the settings of the power plan you use, the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature automatically switches between High Performance Graphics and Energy Saving Graphics, with no need to restart your computer, close applications, or intervene manually. Note: The NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature is only supported on the Windows 7 operating system.

Using audio features Your computer is equipped with the following: • Combo audio jack, 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter • Built-in stereo speakers

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• Built-in monaural digital microphone Your computer also has an audio chip that enables you to enjoy various multimedia audio features, such as: • Recording and playback of PCM and WAV files • Playback of MIDI and MP3 files • Recording from various sound sources, such as a headset attached The following table shows which functions of the audio devices attached to the jacks on your computer or docking station are supported. Table 3. Audio feature list Audio device

Headset with a 3.5 mm 4-pole plug

Conventional headphone

Conventional microphone

Combo audio jack

Headphone and microphone functions supported

Headphone function supported

Not supported

Headphone jack of the docking station

Only headphone function supported. Microphone function not supported

Headphone function supported

Not supported

Microphone jack of the docking station

Not supported

Microphone function supported

Configuring for sound recording To configure the microphone for optimized sound recording, open the Realtek HD Audio Manager as follows: Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Realtek HD Audio Manager. The Realtek HD Audio Manager window opens.

Using the integrated camera If your computer has an integrated camera, when you press Fn+F6 to open the Communications Settings window, the camera will be launched and the green camera-in-use indicator will turn on automatically. In the Communications Settings window, you can preview your video image and take a snapshot of your current image. You can also use the integrated camera with other programs that provide features such as photographing, video capturing, and video conferencing. To use the integrated camera with other programs, open one of the programs and start the photographing, video capturing, or videoconferencing function. Then, the camera will start automatically and the green camera-in-use indicator will turn on. For more information about using the camera with a program, refer to the documentation that came with the program. If you do not want the camera to be launched automatically when you press Fn+F6 or when you use a program, press Fn+F6 to open the Communications Settings window and click the Hide my video image button to disable the camera. Configuring camera settings You can configure the camera settings to meet your needs, such as adjusting the quality of the video output. To configure the camera settings, do the following: 1. Press Fn+F6. The Communications Settings window opens. 2. Click the Manage Settings button. The Communications Utility window is displayed.

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3. In the Communications Utility window, configure the camera settings depending on your individual needs. Adjusting the video output of your camera You can adjust the quality of the video output of your camera by changing the settings for image quality and frame rate in the camera properties window. The following values are available: Speed Priority: This is the default setting. It gives you a faster frame rate for the best real-time video conferencing during the day. However, at night or in a dark environment, the image does not have the best quality. Balance: This gives you a balance between speed and image quality. The image obtained at night or in a dark environment is better than with Speed Priority. Image quality priority: This gives you a high-quality video and the best image at any time of the day. The image is very clear even at night or in a dark environment, but at the expense of frame rate. The video streaming might slow down.

Using the optical disk drive Your computer support MultiBurner drive and DVD-ROM drive. MultiBurner drive This drive can read DVD-ROM discs, DVD-R discs, DVD-RAM discs, DVD-RW discs, and all types of CDs, such as CD-ROM discs, CD-RW discs, CD-R discs, and audio CDs. In addition, it can record on DVD-R discs, DVD-RW discs, type II DVD-RAM discs, CD-RW standard and high speed discs, and CD-R discs.

Using an ExpressCard or a flash media card Depending on the model, your computer might have an ExpressCard slot for a 34 mm or 54 mm-wide card or a media card reader slot. If your computer has a media card reader slot, it supports the following cards: • Secure Digital (SD) card • Secure Digital High-Capacity (SDHC) card • Secure Digital eXtended-Capacity (SDXC) card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Notes: • Your computer does not support the Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM) feature for the SD card. • When transferring data to or from a flash media card, such as an SD card, do not put your computer in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is complete. Failing to do so might cause damage to your data. Installing an ExpressCard or a flash media card Attention: • Before you start installing a card, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the card.

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• Do not insert an ExpressCard while the computer is in sleep mode or hibernation mode. Otherwise, the computer might not respond when you try to resume using it. To install a card, do the following: 1. Locate the appropriate type of slot for your card. See “Locating computer controls, connectors, features, and indicators” on page 1. 2. Ensure that the card is correctly oriented: • For ExpressCard: The notched edge of the card is facing upward and pointing toward to the card slot. • For flash media card: The metal contacts are facing down and pointing toward the card slot. 3. Press the card firmly into the card slot. If the plug-and-play feature is not enabled for the installed ExpressCard, or flash media card, do the following to enable the feature: 1. Open Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Device Manager. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. 4. From the Action menu, select Add legacy hardware. The Add Hardware Wizard starts. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Removing an ExpressCard or a flash media card Attention: • Before removing a card, stop the card first. Otherwise, data on the card might be corrupted or lost. • Do not remove a card while the computer is in sleep mode or hibernation mode. Otherwise, the system might not respond when you try to resume operation. To remove a card, do the following: 1. Click the triangular icon on the taskbar to show hidden icons. Then, right-click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon. 2. Select the item you want to remove to stop the card. 3. Press the card to eject it from your computer. 4. Remove the card and store it safely for future use. Note: If you do not remove the card from your computer after you eject the card from the Windows operating system, the card can no longer be accessed. To access the card, you must remove it first, then insert it again.

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Accessibility and comfort Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort. Arrange your workplace and the equipment you use to suit your individual needs and the kind of work that you perform. In addition, use healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort while using your computer. The following topics provide information about arranging your work area, setting up your computer equipment, and establishing healthy work habits. Lenovo is committed to providing the latest information and technology to our customers with disabilities. Refer to our accessibility information which outlines our efforts in this area.

Ergonomic information Working in the virtual office might mean adapting to frequent changes in your environment. Following some simple rules will make things easier and bring you the maximum benefits of your computer. Keeping in mind such basics as good lighting and proper seating, for example, can help you improve your performance and achieve greater comfort. This example shows someone in a conventional setting. Even when not in such a setting, you can follow many of these tips. Develop good habits, and they will serve you well.

General posture: Make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods of working in the same position. Frequent, short breaks from your work also help to prevent minor discomfort associated with your working posture.

Display: Position the display to maintain a comfortable viewing distance of 20-30 inches (510-760 mm). Avoid glare or reflections on the display from overhead lighting or outside sources of light. Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness to levels that enable you to see the screen clearly. Press Fn+F8 or Fn+F9 to adjust display brightness. Head position: Keep your head and neck in a comfortable and neutral (vertical, or upright) position. Chair: Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat height adjustment. Use chair adjustments to best suit your desired posture. Arm and hand position: If available, use chair arm rests or an area on your working surface to provide weight support for your arms. Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands in a relaxed and neutral (horizontal) position. Type with a soft touch without pounding the keys. Leg position: Keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet flat on the floor or on a footrest. What if you are traveling? It might not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices when you are using your computer while on the move or in a casual setting. Regardless of the setting, try to observe as many of the tips as possible. Sitting properly and using adequate lighting, for example, will help you maintain desirable levels of comfort and performance. Questions about vision? The visual display screens of ThinkPad notebook computers are designed to meet the highest standards and to provide you with clear, crisp images and large, bright displays that are easy to see, yet easy on the eyes. Of course, any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring. If you have questions on eye fatigue or visual discomfort, consult a vision care specialist for advice.

Comfort Observe the following guidelines to achieve greater comfort and improve performance. Active sitting and rest breaks: The longer you sit and work with your computer, the more important it is to observe your working posture. Follow “Ergonomic information” on page 43 and practice “active sitting” to avoid discomfort associated with your working postures. Making minor voluntary postural changes and taking short frequent work breaks are the key ingredients for healthy computing. Your computer is light and mobile; you can easily reposition your working surface to accommodate many posture modifications. Work area setup options: Familiarize yourself with all of your office furniture so that you know how to adjust your work surface, seat, and other work tools to accommodate your preferences for comfort. If your work area is not in an office setting, be sure to take special note of employing active sitting and taking work breaks. Many ThinkPad product solutions are available to help you modify and expand your computer to best suit your needs. Access the following Web site to view some of these options: http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html. Explore your options for docking solutions and external products that provide the adjustability and features that you want.

Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing people with disabilities greater access to information and technology. As a result, the following information provides ways to help users that have hearing, vision, and mobility limitations get the most out of their computer experience.

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Assistive technologies enable users to access information in the most appropriate way. Some of these technologies are already provided in your operating system. Others can be purchased through vendors, or accessed through the World Wide Web http://www.lenovo.com/healthycomputing.

Assistive technologies Some accessibility technologies are available through the Accessibility Options program. Depending on your operating system, the number of accessibility options available varies. In general, accessibility options enhance the way users with hearing, vision, or mobility limitations navigate and use their computer. For example, some users might not have the fine motor skills required to use a mouse or select key combinations. Other users might require larger fonts or high-contrast display modes. In some cases, magnifiers and built-in speech synthesizers are available. For detailed information about each of these features, consult the Microsoft help information system. To use the Accessibility Options program, click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Ease of Access ➙ Ease of Access Center.

Screen reader technologies Screen reader technologies are primarily focused on software application interfaces, help information systems, and a variety of online documents. However, in the case where a screen reader cannot read documents, the document must first go through a conversion process. One solution converts Adobe PDF files into a format that is read by the screen-reader programs. This solution is a Web-based service provided by Adobe Systems Incorporated. Through http://access.adobe.com, Adobe PDF documents can be converted to HTML or plain text in many languages. One conversion option converts PDF documents on the Internet. A second option enables users to submit the URL of an Adobe PDF file through e-mail to convert it to HTML or ASCII text. Adobe PDF files on a local hard disk drive, local CD-ROM, or LAN also can be converted by attaching the Adobe PDF file to an e-mail message.

Traveling with your computer This topic provides information to help you work with your computer when you are travelling.

Travel tips Use the following travel tips to travel more confidently and efficiently with your computer. • Although it is safe to allow your computer to go through the x-ray machines at airport security stations, it is important to keep your eyes on the computer at all times to prevent theft. • Consider bringing an electrical adapter for use in an airplane or automobile. • If you carry an ac power adapter, detach the ac cord from it to avoid damaging the cord. Travel tips on airplanes If you carry your computer into an airplane, take note of the following tips: • If you intend to use your computer or wireless services (such as Internet and Bluetooth), check with the airline for restrictions and availability of services before boarding the airplane. If there are restrictions on the use of computers with wireless features on the airplane, you must abide by those restrictions. If necessary, disable wireless features before boarding. • Be careful about the seat in front of you on airplanes. Angle your computer display so that it does not get caught when the person in front of you leans back. • When taking off, remember to turn off your computer or put it into hibernation mode.

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Travel accessories The following is a checklist of items to consider packing when you are going to travel: • ThinkPad ac power adapter • ThinkPad AC/DC combo adapter • External mouse, if you are accustomed to using one • Ethernet cable • Extra battery, charged • A quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection • External storage device If you are traveling to another country, you might want to consider an ac power adapter for the country to which you are travelling. To purchase travel accessories, go to http://www.lenovo.com/accessories.

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Attaching a mechanical lock You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help prevent it from being removed without your permission. Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole of the computer, then secure the chain on the lock to a stationary object. Refer to the instructions shipped with the mechanical lock. Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking device and security feature. Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of the locking device and security feature.

Using passwords By using passwords, you can help prevent your computer from being used by others. Once you set a password, a prompt is displayed on the screen each time you turn on the computer. Enter your password at the prompt. You cannot use the computer unless you type the correct password.

Passwords and sleep mode If you have set passwords and you put your computer into sleep mode by pressing Fn+F4: • You are not prompted to type the password when resuming operation. • If any hard disk drive or the solid state drive has a hard disk password, it is unlocked automatically when you resume operation. Note: If a Windows password has been set, you will be prompted to enter it.

Typing passwords If this icon is displayed, type a power-on password or a supervisor password.

If this icon is displayed, type a user hard disk password. If you want to type a master hard disk password, do the following:

1. Press F1. The icon changes to this: 2. Type the master hard disk password.

Note: To return to the icon

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If this icon is displayed, type a supervisor password.

Power-on password You can set a power-on password to help protect your computer against access by unauthorized users. If you set a power-on password, the password prompt is displayed on the screen whenever you turn on the computer. You must enter the correct password to start using the computer. Setting a power-on password 1. Print these instructions. 2. Save all open files, and exit all applications. 3. Turn your computer off and then turn it on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. The ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. 5. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to move down the menu. 6. Select Password. 7. Select Power-on Password. 8. In the Enter New Password field, type a desired password, and press Enter. 9. In the Confirm New Password field, retype the password and press Enter. Note: You might want to note down your power-on password in a safe place. Otherwise, if you forget it, you have to take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. 10. In the Setup Notice window that is displayed, press Enter to continue. 11. Press F10. The Setup Confirmation window opens. Select Yes to save configuration changes and exit. Changing or removing the power-on password To change the power-on password, follow steps 1 through 7. Enter your current password. When the Enter New Password field is displayed, type a new password in the field and then retype it to verify. To remove the password, follow steps 1 through 7. Type your current password. When the Enter New Password field is displayed, leave it blank and press Enter twice.

Hard disk passwords Two types of hard disk passwords help protect the information stored on the hard disk drive: • User hard disk password • Master hard disk password, which requires a user hard disk password If a user hard disk password has been set, but no master hard disk password has been, the user must enter the user hard disk password in order to gain access to files and applications on the hard disk drive.

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The master password can be set and used only by a system administrator. Like a master key, it enables the administrator to get access to any hard disk drive in a system. The administrator sets the master password; no one else knows it. Then the administrator sets a user password for each computer in the network, and tells each user the password for his or her computer. The user can then change the user password as desired, but the administrator still can get access by using the master password. Note: When a master hard disk password is set, only the administrator can remove the user hard disk password. Setting a hard disk password 1. Print these instructions. 2. Save all open files, and exit all applications. 3. Turn your computer off and then on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. The ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. 5. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to move down the menu. 6. Select Password. 7. Select Hard Disk 1 Password. 8. A password window opens. You are prompted to select User or User + Master. Select User if you want to set only one hard disk password. If you are an administrator or supervisor, you can select User + Master to set two passwords. (The user can change the user password later.) • If you select User + Master, do the following: a. When a window for typing the new user hard disk password opens, type your new password in the Enter New Password field. Press Enter. b. In the Confirm New Password field, retype the password you just entered to verify it. Press Enter. c. A message window opens and prompts you to set the master hard disk password. Press Enter to continue. d. A window for typing the new master hard disk password opens. Type your new password in the Enter New Password field. Press Enter. e. In the Confirm New Password field, retype the password you just entered to verify it. Press Enter. • If you select User only, do the following: a. When a window for typing the new password opens, type your new password in the Enter New Password field. Press Enter. Notes: – You can set the minimum length of a hard disk password through the Security menu. – If you set a hard disk password of over seven characters, the hard disk drive can be used only with a computer that can recognize a hard disk password of over seven characters. If you then install the hard disk drive in a computer that cannot recognize a hard disk password that contains more than seven characters, you cannot get access to the drive. b. In the Confirm New Password field, retype the password you just entered to verify it. Press Enter. Attention: You might want to note down your passwords and keep them in a safe place. Otherwise, if you forget the user password, or both user and master passwords, Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the hard disk drive. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. 9. In the Setup Notice window that is displayed, press Enter to continue. 10. Press F10. The Setup Confirmation window opens. Select Yes to save configuration changes and exit. Chapter 4. Security

The next time you turn on your computer, you will have to type the user or master hard disk password in order to start your computer and get access to your operating system. Changing or removing a hard disk password Follow steps 1 through 7 in “Setting a hard disk password” on page 49, typing your password to get access to the ThinkPad Setup program. To change or remove the user hard disk password, do the following: • To change the hard disk password, type the current password in the Enter Current Password field. Then type the new password in the Enter New Password field, and retype the password you just entered to verify it in the Confirm New Password field. Press Enter, and a Setup Notice window is displayed. Press Enter to exit from the Setup Notice window. The user hard disk password will be changed. • To remove the hard disk password, type the current password in the Enter Current Password field. Then leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank, and press Enter. A Setup Notice window is displayed. Press Enter to exit from the Setup Notice window. The user hard disk password will be removed. To change or remove the User+Master hard disk passwords, select User HDP or Master HDP. If you choose User HDP, do the following: • To change the user hard disk password, type the current user hard disk password or the current master hard disk password in the Enter Current Password field. Then type the new user hard disk password in the Enter New Password field, and retype the password you just entered to verify it in the Confirm New Password field. Press Enter, and a Setup Notice window is displayed. Press Enter to exit from the Setup Notice window. The user hard disk password is changed. • To remove the user hard disk password, type the current master hard disk password in the Enter Current Password field. Then leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank, and press Enter. A Setup Notice window is displayed. Press Enter to exit from the Setup Notice window. The user hard disk passwords will be removed. If you choose Master HDP, do the following: • To change the master hard disk password, type the current master hard disk password in the Enter Current Password field. Then type the new master hard disk password in the Enter New Password field, and retype the password you just entered to verify it in the Confirm New Password field. Press Enter, and a Setup Notice window is displayed. Press Enter to exit from the Setup Notice window. The master hard disk password is changed. • To remove the master hard disk password, type the current master hard disk password in the Enter Current Password field. Then leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank, and press Enter. A Setup Notice window is displayed. Press Enter to exit from the Setup Notice window. Both the user and master hard disk passwords will be removed.

Supervisor password The supervisor password protects the system information stored in ThinkPad Setup. Without it, no one can change the configuration of the computer. It provides the following security features: • If a supervisor password is set, a password prompt is displayed when you try to start the ThinkPad Setup program. Unauthorized users cannot get access to configuration data. • The system administrator can use the supervisor password to get access to a computer even if the user of that computer has set a power-on password. The supervisor password overrides the power-on password. • If both a supervisor password and a power-on password are set, you can do the following only if you have the supervisor password:

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– Deleting the power-on password – Changing or deleting the supervisor password – Enabling or disabling the Wake on LAN and Flash over LAN features – Enabling or disabling the Internal Network Option ROM feature – Changing date and time – Enabling or disabling the Lock UEFI BIOS Settings feature – Enabling or disabling the Password at unattended boot feature – Specifying the minimum length for power-on passwords and hard disk passwords – Changing the setting for the security chip – Enabling or disabling the Boot Device List F12 Option feature – Enabling or disabling the Boot Order Lock feature – Enabling or disabling the Flash BIOS Updating by End-Users feature – Enabling or disabling the internal network device – Enabling or disabling the internal wireless device – Enabling or disabling the internal Bluetooth device – Enabling or disabling the internal wireless WAN device – Enabling or disabling the Security mode – Enabling or disabling the fingerprint reader priority – Erasing the fingerprint data Notes: • The system administrator can set the same supervisor password on many ThinkPad notebook computers to make administration easier. • By enabling the Lock UEFI BIOS Settings feature on the Password menu when you set the supervisor password, you make it impossible for anyone but you to make changes. Setting, changing, or removing a supervisor password Only a system administrator can set, change, or remove a supervisor password. To set, change, or remove a supervisor password, do the following: 1. Print these instructions. 2. Save all open files, and exit all applications. 3. Turn your computer off and then turn it on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. The ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. 5. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to move down the menu. 6. Select Password. 7. Select Supervisor Password. 8. A window opens, prompting you to enter a new password. Depending on your needs, do one of the following: • To set a password, do the following: a. In the Enter New Password field, type a desired password and press Enter. b. In the Confirm New Password field, retype the password and press Enter. • To change a password, do the following:

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a. In the Enter Current Password field, type the current supervisor password and press Enter. b. In the Enter New Password field, type the new supervisor password; then retype the password you just entered to verify it in the Confirm New Password field. Press Enter. • To remove a password, do the following: a. In the Enter Current Password field, type the current supervisor password and press Enter. b. Leave the Enter New Password and Confirm New Password fields blank. Press Enter. Attention: You might want to note down your password and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your supervisor password, Lenovo cannot reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a Lenovo marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. 9. In the Setup Notice window that is displayed, press Enter to continue. 10. Press F10. The Setup Confirmation window opens. Select Yes to save configuration changes and exit. The next time you open the ThinkPad Setup program, you will be prompted to type your password to proceed.

Hard disk security To protect passwords from unauthorized security attacks, several of the latest technologies and algorithms are integrated into UEFI BIOS and hardware design of ThinkPad notebook computers. To maximize security, do the following: 1. Set a power-on password as well as a hard disk password for your internal solid state drive or hard disk drive. Refer to the procedures in “Power-on password” on page 48 and “Hard disk passwords” on page 48. For security, a longer password is recommended. 2. To provide reliable security for UEFI BIOS, use the security chip and a security application with a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) management feature. Refer to “Setting the security chip” on page 53. Note: Microsoft Windows 7 operating system supports the TPM management feature. 3. If a Disk Encryption hard disk drive and Encryption solid state drive is installed in your computer, be sure to protect the contents of your computer memory from unauthorized access by use of drive encryption software, such as Microsoft Windows BitLocker® Drive Encryption, which is supported in the Ultimate and Enterprise editions of the Windows 7 operating system. See “Using Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption” on page 52. 4. Before you dispose of, sell, or hand over your computer, ensure to delete data stored on it. Refer to “Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid state drive” on page 56. Using Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption To help protect your computer against unauthorized access, be sure to use drive encryption software, such as Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption. Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption is an integral security feature of the Windows 7 operating system. It is supported in the Ultimate and Enterprise editions of the Windows 7 operating system. It can help you protect the operating system and data stored on your computer, even if your computer is lost or stolen. BitLocker works by encrypting all user and system files, including the swap and hibernation files. BitLocker uses a Trusted Platform Module to provide enhanced protection for your data and to ensure early boot component integrity. A compatible TPM is defined as a V1.2 TPM. To check the BitLocker status, click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ System and Security ➙ BitLocker Drive Encryption.

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For details about Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption, see the Windows 7 help information system, or search for “Microsoft Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption Step-by-Step Guide” on the Microsoft Web site. Disk Encryption hard disk drive and Encryption solid state drive Some models contain the Disk Encryption hard disk drive or Encryption solid state drive. This feature helps to protect your computer against security attacks on media, NAND flash or device controllers by use of a hardware encryption chip. For the efficient use of the encryption feature, be sure to set a hard disk password for the internal storage device.

Setting the security chip Strict security requirements are imposed on network client computers that transfer confidential information electronically. Depending on the options you ordered, your computer might have an embedded security chip, a cryptographic microprocessor. With the security chip and Client Security Solution, you can do the following: • Protect your data and system • Strengthen access controls • Secure communications Setting the security chip The choices offered on the Security Chip submenu under the Security menu of ThinkPad Setup are as follows: • Security Chip: Activate, inactivate, or disable the security chip. • Security Reporting Options: Enable or disable each security reporting option. • Clear Security Chip: clear the encryption key. • Physical Presence for Provisioning: Enable or disable the confirmation message when you change the settings of the security chip. • Physical Presence for Clear: Enable or disable the confirmation message when you clear the security chip. Notes: 1. Ensure that the supervisor password has been set in ThinkPad Setup. Otherwise anyone can change the settings for the security chip. 2. If you are using Client Security Solution, handle the security chip by doing the following: • Do not clear the security chip. If you do, the functions assigned to the keys will be erased. • Do not disable the security chip. If you do, Client Security Solution will not work. 3. If the security chip is removed or replaced, or a new one has been added, the computer will not start. You will hear four cycles of four beeps each. 4. If the security chip is inactive or disabled, the Clear Security Chip option will not be displayed. 5. When you clear the security chip, be sure to turn your computer off and then turn it on again after you set the security chip to Active. Otherwise, the Clear Security Chip option is not displayed. To set an item on the Security Chip submenu, do the following: 1. Print these instructions. 2. Save all open files, and exit all applications. 3. Turn your computer off and then turn it on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. The ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens.

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5. Using the cursor keys, move to Security. The Security menu opens. 6. Using the cursor keys, move to Security Chip, and press Enter. The Security Chip submenu opens. 7. Using the cursor keys, move to an item you want to set. When the item is highlighted, press Enter. 8. Set other items that you want to set. 9. Press F10 to save changes and exit. 10. Press Enter in the Setup Confirmation window to confirm the exit. To set the security chip, you have to start Client Security Solution, and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: To configure the security chip, you need to download the latest version of Client Security Solution from the Lenovo Web site. To download Client Security Solution, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. Then follow the instructions on the screen.

Using a fingerprint reader Depending on the options you ordered, your computer may have an integrated fingerprint reader. By enrolling your fingerprint and associating it with a windows password, you can log on to the system by swiping your finger over the reader, without typing a password. Thus fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. Enrolling your fingerprint To use the integrated fingerprint reader, begin by enrolling your fingerprint as follows. 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Start ThinkVantage Fingerprint software, refer to “Accessing ThinkVantage applications” on page 14. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to enroll your fingerprint. For details, refer to the help information system of the program. Swiping your finger over the reader To swipe your finger over the reader, do the following: 1. Place the ball of your finger, that is, the central part of the fingerprint, on the small circle above the reader. Ensure that the entire top joint of the finger is on the reader.

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2. Apply light pressure and swipe your finger across the reader in one smooth motion.

Logging on to the system After you enroll your fingerprint, log on to the system as follows: 1. Turn your computer off and then on again. 2. When prompted, swipe your finger over the reader. 3. On request, type your windows password. The enrolled fingerprint is now associated with your windows password. The next time you start the computer, you can log on to the system by swiping your finger over the reader once. Attention: If you always use your fingerprint to log on to the system, you may forget your password. Write down your password, and keep it in a safe place. Maintaining the fingerprint reader The following actions could damage the fingerprint reader or cause it not to work properly: • Scratching the surface of the reader with a hard, pointed object. • Scraping the surface of the reader with your fingernail or anything hard. • Using or touching the reader with a dirty finger. If you notice any of the following conditions, gently clean the surface of the reader with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth: • The surface of the reader is dirty or stained. • The surface of the reader is wet. • The reader often fails to enroll or authenticate your fingerprint. If your finger has any of the following conditions, you may not be able to register or authenticate it: • Your finger is wrinkled. • Your finger is rough, dry, or injured. • Your finger is very dry. • Your finger is stained with dirt, mud, or oil. • The surface of your finger is very different from when you enrolled your fingerprint. • Your finger is wet.

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• A finger is used that has not been enrolled. To improve the situation, try the following: • Clean or wipe your hands to remove any excess dirt or moisture from the fingers. • Enroll and use a different finger for authentication. • If your hands are too dry, apply lotion to them.

Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive or solid state drive As computers spread into every corner of life, they process more and more information. The data on your computer, some of which is sensitive, is stored on a storage device, either a hard disk drive or the solid state drive. Before you dispose of, sell, or hand over your computer, ensure to delete data stored on it. Handing your computer over to someone else without deleting the loaded software, such as operating systems and application software, may even violate License Agreements. You are advised to check the terms and conditions of those Agreements. There are methods that seem to delete the data: • Move the data to the recycle bin, and then choose the Empty recycle bin command. • Use the Delete command. • Format your hard disk drive or solid state drive, using the software for initializing it. • Using the recovery program, provided by Lenovo, bring the hard disk drive or the solid state drive back to factory-ship state. These operations, however, only change the file allocation of the data; they do not delete the data itself. In other words, the data retrieval processing is disabled under an operating system such as Windows. The data is still there, even though it seems to be lost. Thus, it is sometimes possible to read the data by use of special software for data recovery. There is a risk that people of bad faith may read and misuse the critical data on hard disk drives or solid state drives for unexpected purposes. To prevent leakage of data, it becomes very important that you take responsibility for deleting all the data from the hard disk drive or solid state drive when you dispose of, sell, or hand over your computer. You can destroy the data physically by smashing the hard disk drive with a hammer, or magnetically by means of strong magnetic power, thus making the data unreadable. But we recommend that you make use of the software (payware) or service (pay service) specifically developed for the purpose. For disposing of data on the hard disk drive, Lenovo provides the Secure Data Disposal™ tool. To download the application, go to the Lenovo Web site http://www.lenovo.com/support. Note: Running the application will take a couple of hours. If an Encryption solid state drive or a Disk Encryption hard disk drive is supported and installed in your computer, you can logically dispose of all the data on the drive in a very short time by erasing the cryptographic key. The data encrypted with the old key is not physically erased but remains on the drive; however, it cannot be decrypted without the old key. This feature is enabled by ThinkPad Setup Menu Extension Utility and is available as a menu item in ThinkPad Setup.

Understanding and using firewalls If your system is preinstalled with a firewall program, it protects against computer Internet security threats, unauthorized access, intrusions, and Internet attacks. It also protects your privacy.

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For more information about how to use the firewall program, refer to the help information system of the program.

Protecting data against viruses Your computer is preinstalled with an antivirus program so you can detect and eliminate viruses. The antivirus program is designed to help you detect and eliminate viruses. Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates. For more information about how to use your antivirus software, refer to the help system of your antivirus software.

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Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. It contains the following topics: •

“Creating and using recovery media” on page 59

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“Performing backup and recovery operations” on page 60

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“Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on page 61

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“Creating and using a rescue medium” on page 62

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“Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers” on page 63

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“Solving recovery problems” on page 64

Notes: 1. There are a variety of methods to choose from when considering how to recover in the event of a software- or hardware-related problem. Some methods vary depending on the type of your operating system. 2. The product on the recovery media may be used only for the following purposes: • Restore the product preinstalled on your computer • Reinstall the product • Modify the product using the Additional Files Notes: To prevent potential performance risks or unexpected behavior that might be caused by the new hard disk drive technology, it is recommended that you use one of the following back-up software programs: •

ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery version 4.3 or later

• Symantec Norton Ghost version 15.0 or later Notes: To use this program, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Run. The Run window opens. 2. Type cmd in the field. Then click OK. 3. Type ghost -align=1mb and press Enter. •

Acronis True Image 2010 or later

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Paragon Backup & Recovery 10 Suit or later, Paragon Backup & Recovery 10 Home or later

Creating and using recovery media You can use recovery media to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings. Recovery media are useful if you transfer the computer to another area, sell the computer, recycle the computer, or put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed. As a precautionary measure, it is important to create recovery media as early as possible. Note: The recovery operations you can perform using recovery media vary depending on the operating system from which the recovery media were created. The recovery media might contain a boot medium and a data medium. Your Microsoft Windows license permits you to create only one data medium, so it is important that you store the recovery media in a safe place after you have made them.

Creating recovery media This section provides instructions on how to create recovery media. © Copyright Lenovo 2012

To create recovery media, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. Note: You can create recovery media using discs or external USB storage devices.

Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media. You can use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings only. You can use recovery media to put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed. Attention: When you use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings, all the files currently on the hard disk drive will be deleted and replaced by the factory default settings. To use recovery media, do the following: 1. Depending on the type of your recovery media, connect the boot medium (memory key or other USB storage device) to the computer, or insert the boot disc into the optical disk drive. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. Select the desired startup device and press Enter. The restore process begins. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the operation. Notes: 1. After restoring your computer to the factory default settings, you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See “Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers” on page 63. 2. Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled. If you need to recover or reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works applications, you must use the Microsoft Office CD or Microsoft Works CD. These discs are provided only with computers preinstalled with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works.

Performing backup and recovery operations The Rescue and Recovery program enables you to back up all your hard disk drive contents including the operating system, data files, software programs, and personal settings. You can designate where the Rescue and Recovery program stores the backup: • In a protected area of your hard disk drive • On an attached external USB hard disk drive • On a network drive • On recordable discs (a recordable optical disk drive is required for this option) After you have backed up the contents on the hard disk drive, you can restore the complete contents of the hard disk drive, restore only the selected files, or restore only the Windows operating system and applications.

Performing a backup operation This section provides instructions on how to perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on different operating systems. To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following:

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1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 3. Click Back up your hard drive and select backup operation options. Then, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the backup operation.

Performing a recovery operation This section provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on different operating systems. To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 3. Click the Restore your system from a backup icon. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation. For more information about performing a recovery operation from the Rescue and Recovery workspace, see “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on page 61.

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected, hidden area of your hard disk drive that operates independently from the Windows operating system. This enables you to perform recovery operations even if you cannot start the Windows operating system. You can perform the following recovery operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace: • Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to locate files on your hard disk drive and transfer them to a network drive or other recordable media, such as a USB device or a disc. This solution is available even if you did not back up your files or if changes were made to the files since your last backup operation. You can also rescue individual files from a Rescue and Recovery backup located on your local hard disk drive, a USB device, or a network drive. • Restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup If you have backed up your hard disk drive using the Rescue and Recovery program, you can restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup, even if you cannot start the Windows operating system. • Restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk drive to the factory default settings. If you have multiple partitions on your hard disk drive, you have the option to restore the factory default settings to the C: partition and leave the other partitions intact. Because the Rescue and Recovery workspace operates independently from the Windows operating system, you can restore the factory default settings even if you cannot start the Windows operating system. Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings, all files on the primary hard disk drive partition (usually drive C:) will be deleted in the recovery process. If possible, make copies of important files. If you are unable to start the Windows operating system, you can use the rescue files feature of the Rescue and Recovery workspace to copy files from your hard disk drive to other media. To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following:

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1. Ensure the computer is turned off. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F11 key when turning on the computer. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key. 3. If you have set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your password when prompted. The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens after a short delay. Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see “Solving recovery problems” on page 64. 4. Do one of the following: • To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue files and follow the instructions on the screen. • To restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, click Restore your system and follow the instructions on the screen. For more information about the features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace, refer to the help information system of the program. Notes: 1. After restoring your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See “Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers” on page 63. 2. Some computers come with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works preinstalled. If you need to recover or reinstall your Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works applications, you must use the Microsoft Office CD or Microsoft Works CD. These discs are provided only with computers preinstalled with Microsoft Office or Microsoft Works.

Creating and using a rescue medium With a rescue medium, such as a disc or a USB hard disk drive, you can recover the computer from failures that prevent you from gaining access to the Rescue and Recovery workspace on your hard disk drive. Notes: 1. The recovery operations you can perform using a rescue medium vary depending on the operating system. 2. The rescue disc can be started in all types of optical disk drives.

Creating a rescue medium This section provides instructions on how to create a rescue medium on different operating systems. To create a rescue medium, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. 2. In the Rescue and Recovery main window, click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow. 3. Click the Create Rescue Media icon. The Create Rescue and Recovery Media window opens. 4. In the Rescue Media area, select the type of the rescue medium you want to create. You can create a rescue medium using a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or a secondary internal hard disk drive. 5. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen to create a rescue medium.

Using a rescue medium This section provides instructions on how to use the rescue medium you have created.

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• If you have created a rescue medium using a disc, use the following instructions to use the rescue medium: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Boot Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. On the Boot Menu, select the desired optical disk drive as the first boot device. Then, insert the rescue disc into the optical disk drive and press Enter. The rescue medium starts. • If you have created a rescue medium using a USB hard disk drive, use the following instructions to use the rescue medium: 1. Attach the USB hard disk drive to one of the USB connectors on your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Boot Menu opens, release the F12 key. 3. On the Boot Menu, select the USB hard disk drive as the first boot device and press Enter. The rescue medium starts. When the rescue medium starts, the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens. The help information for each feature is available from the Rescue and Recovery workspace. Follow the instructions to complete the recovery process.

Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers Your computer has provisions that enable you to reinstall selected factory-installed applications and device drivers. Reinstalling preinstalled applications To reinstall selected application programs, do the following: 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Open the C:\SWTOOLS folder. 3. Open the APPS folder. In it are several subfolders named for the various preinstalled applications. 4. Open the subfolder for the application you are reinstalling. 5. Double-click Setup, and then follow the on-screen steps to reinstall the program. Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers Attention: When you reinstall device drivers, you are changing the current configuration of your computer. Reinstall device drivers only when it is necessary to correct a problem with your computer. To reinstall a device driver for a factory-installed device, do the following: 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Open the C:\SWTOOLS folder. 3. Open the DRIVERS folder. Within the DRIVERS folder are several subfolders named for the various devices installed in your computer (for example, AUDIO and VIDEO). 4. Open the subfolder for the device. 5. Reinstall the device driver by one of the following methods: • In the subfolder for the device, look for a text file (a file with the extension .txt). The text file contains information on how to reinstall that device driver. • If the subfolder for the device contains a file of setup information (a file with the extension .inf), you can use the Add New Hardware program (in the Windows Control Panel) to reinstall the device driver. Not all device drivers can be reinstalled by use of this program. In the Add New Hardware program,

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when prompted for the device driver you want to install, click Have Disk and Browse. Then select the device driver file from the device subfolder. • In the subfolder for the device, look for the file for the application (a file with the extension .exe). Double-click the file, and follow the instructions on the screen. Attention: If you need updated device drivers, do not download them from the Windows Update Web site. Obtain them from Lenovo. For more information, see “Making sure device drivers are current” on page 122.

Solving recovery problems If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment, do one of the following: • Use a rescue medium to start the Rescue and Recovery workspace. See “Using a rescue medium” on page 62. • Use recovery media if all other methods of recovery have failed and you need to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings. See “Using recovery media” on page 60. Note: If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment from a rescue medium or recovery media, you might not have the rescue device (an internal hard disk drive, a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or other external devices) set as the first boot device in the startup device sequence. You must first ensure that your rescue device is set as the first boot device in the startup device sequence in the ThinkPad Setup program. See “Startup menu” on page 116 for detailed information about temporarily or permanently changing the startup device sequence. For more information about the ThinkPad Setup program, see “ThinkPad Setup” on page 106. It is important to create a rescue medium and a set of recovery media as early as possible and store them in a safe place for future use.

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Chapter 6. Replacing devices This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace some hardware for your computer. •

“Static electricity prevention” on page 65

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“Replacing the battery” on page 65

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“Replacing the SIM card” on page 67

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“Replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive” on page 68

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“Replacing the keyboard” on page 70

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“Replacing and installing a memory module” on page 74

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“Replacing the optical disk drive” on page 77

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“Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection” on page 82

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“Replacing or installing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN connection” on page 84

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“Replacing the backup battery” on page 88

Static electricity prevention Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components and options. Improper handling of static-sensitive parts can cause damage to the part. When you unpack an option or a customer replaceable unit (CRU), do not open the static-protective package containing the part until the instructions direct you to install it. When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to avoid static-electricity damage: • Limit your movement. Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you. • Always handle components carefully. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other circuit boards by the edges. Never touch exposed circuitry. • Prevent others from touching components. • When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds. This reduces static electricity from the package and your body. • When possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the static-protective packaging and install the part without setting it down. When this is not possible, place the static-protective packaging on a smooth, level surface and place the part on it. • Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface.

Replacing the battery Before you start, print these instructions. This system supports only batteries specially designed for this specific system and manufactured by Lenovo or an authorized builder. The system does not support unauthorized batteries or batteries designed for other systems. If an unauthorized battery or a battery designed for another system is installed, the system will not charge. Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.

Note: If an unauthorized battery is installed, the following message will be displayed: “The battery installed is not supported by this system and will not charge. Please replace the battery with the correct Lenovo battery for this system.” Read the following prerequisites before you replace the battery. Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose it to excessive heat. • Do not expose it to water or rain. • Do not short-circuit it. • Do not drop, crush, puncture, or subject to strong forces. Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. To replace the battery, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer. Then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Unlock the battery latch by sliding it to the unlocked position position, then remove the battery.

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. Holding the latch in the unlocked

4. Insert a fully charged battery until it clicks into place the locked position 2 .

as shown, and then slide the battery latch to

5. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables to the computer

Replacing the SIM card Before you start, print these instructions. Your computer may require a SIM card to establish a wireless WAN connections. Depending on the country of delivery, you might need to purchase a SIM card or a SIM card might already be installed in your computer or is part of the shipping contents that come with your computer. If you find a SIM card included in the shipping contents, a dummy card is installed in the SIM card slot. Then proceed with the following instructions. Note: The SIM card is identified by the IC chip mounted on one side of the card. To replace the SIM card, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn it over. 3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65.

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4. Locate the SIM card slot inside the battery compartment. Gently push the card to remove it from the computer.

5. Hold the new card with the metal contact facing upward and going into the slot first. Then, insert the card firmly into the slot until you hear a click.

6. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables.

Replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive Before you start, print these instructions. When replacing the drive, be sure to follow the precautions. Attention: The hard disk drive or solid state drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data. Observe the following guidelines: • Replace the hard disk drive or solid state drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and slot of the hard disk drive or solid state drive are not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. • Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. Put the drive on a material, such as soft cloth, that absorbs any physical shocks. • Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive.

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• Do not touch the connector. • Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all the information on it, and then turn the computer off. • Never remove the drive while the computer is operating, in sleep or hibernation mode. To replace the hard disk drive or solid state drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 4. Loosen the screws that secure the cover of the slot, and remove the cover.

5. Pull the hard disk drive or solid state drive to the right as shown below.

6. Remove the hard disk drive or solid state drive by lifting its right side.

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7. Insert the hard disk or solid state drive into the slot.

8. Slide the hard disk drive or solid state drive firmly into place.

9. Reinstall the cover of the slot, and tighten the screws.

10. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and the cables.

Replacing the keyboard Before you start, print these instructions.

DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, disconnect the cables before opening the cover of this slot.

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Removing a keyboard To remove the keyboard, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for three to five minutes to let the computer cool before you start the following procedures. 2. Ensure to remove any card inserted in the Media card reader. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 4. Loosen screws

and

and remove the cover.

5. Remove the screws that secure the keyboard.

6. Turn the computer over and open the display.

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7. Push hard in the direction shown by the arrows keyboard will be detached slightly.

to unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The

8. Carefully lift the keyboard until you can see how it is connected. Hold the keyboard above the computer, and then detach the connector.

Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following:

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1. Attach the connector.

2. Insert the new keyboard. Ensure that the rear edge of the keyboard is under the frame.

3. Slide the keyboard in the direction shown by the arrows.

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4. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. Reinstall the screws.

5. Reinstall the cover back into place and tighten the screws.

6. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables.

Replacing and installing a memory module Increasing memory capacity is an effective way to make programs run faster. You can increase the amount of memory capacity in your computer by installing a DDR3 SDRAM unbuffered small outline dual inline memory module (SO-DIMM), available as an option, in the memory slot of the computer. When installing or replacing a memory module, be sure to follow the precautions. Note: The operating speed of the memory module has dependency on the system configuration. Attention: Before you start installing a memory module, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the memory module. • Use either a PC3-10600 or a PC3-12800 DDR3 SDRAM memory module in your computer. If you install a memory module that is not supported by your computer, the computer might beep, and the system might not start or might not work properly. You can purchase the appropriate memory option from your Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative. • ThinkPad L430 and L530 have two memory slots, one under the keyboard and the other under the memory slot cover at the bottom side of the computer. To replace and install the memory module under the keyboard, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn it over.

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3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 4. Remove the keyboard. See “Replacing the keyboard” on page 70. 5. If a memory module is already installed in the memory slot, release the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Then remove it. Save the removed memory module for future use.

6. Find the notch on the contact edge side of the new memory module you are installing. Attention: To avoid damaging the memory module, do not touch its contact edge. 7. Ensure that the notch on the memory module aligns correctly with the key in the memory slot, then insert the memory module into the socket at an angle of about 20 degrees. Press it in firmly.

Note: Insert the memory module into the socket at an angle of about 20 degrees.

8. Pivot the memory module downward until it snaps into place. 9. Ensure that the memory module is firmly fixed in the slot and does not move easily.

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10. Reinstall the cover back in place, and tighten the screws.

11. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. To replace the memory module under the memory slot cover, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn it over. 3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 4. Loosen the two screws on the memory slot cover, and then remove the cover.

5. If a memory module is already installed in the memory slot, press out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Then remove the memory module and save it for future use.

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Note: Insert the memory module into the socket at an angle of about 20 degrees.

8. Pivot the memory module downward until it snaps into place. 9. Reinstall the memory slot cover back in place.

10. Reinstall the battery back. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables.

Replacing the optical disk drive Before you start, print these instructions.

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Replacing the optical disk drive for ThinkPad L530 models An optical disk drive is preinstalled in the optical disk drive bay. To replace it, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for three to five minutes to let the computer cool before you start the following procedures. 2. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 3. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4. Loosen the screw that secures the drive and remove it.

5. Press the edge of the drive outwards, using the tip of a thin screwdriver as shown in the drawing and then pull out the optical disk drive.

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6. Insert the optical disk drive into the optical disk drive bay, and then press it firmly into the connector.

7. Reinstall the screw and tighten it.

8. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing optical disk drive for ThinkPad L430 models An optical disk drive is preinstalled in the bay. To replace it, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for three to five minutes to let the computer cool before you start the following procedures. 2. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 3. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over.

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4. Loosen the screw on the cover and remove the cover.

5. Loosen the screw that secures the optical disk drive and remove it.

6. Press the edge of the optical disk drive outwards, using the tip of a thin screwdriver as shown in the drawing and then pull out the optical disk drive.

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7. Insert the optical disk drive into the optical disk drive bay, and then press it firmly into the connector.

8. Reinstall the screw and tighten it.

9. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screw.

10. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables.

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Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection Before you start, print these instructions.

DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, disconnect the cables before opening the cover of this slot. Attention: Before you start installing a PCI Express Mini Card, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the card. To replace the card, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait for three to five minutes to let the computer cool before you start the following procedures. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 4. Remove the keyboard. See “Replacing the keyboard” on page 70. 5. If a tool for removing connectors is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them.

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6. Remove the screws and the card pops up.

7. Remove the card.

8. Align the contact edge of the new card with the corresponding socket contact of the computer.

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9. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place by pressing the upper side of the connectors, and secure the card with the screw.

10. Connect the cables to the new wireless LAN/WiMAX card. Be sure to attach the gray cable to the connector marked TR1 or Main on the card, and the black cable to the connector marked TR2 or Aux.

11. Reinstall the keyboard. See “Replacing the keyboard” on page 70. 12. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and the cables.

Replacing or installing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN connection DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, disconnect the cables before opening the cover of this slot. Attention: Before you start installing a PCI Express Mini Card, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the card. To replace or install the PCI Express Mini Card, do the following:

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1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Before you start the following procedures, wait for three to five minutes to let the computer cool. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 4. Loosen the screw and remove the cover.

5. If a tool for removing connectors is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the antenna cables from the card. If no such tool is included, pick up the antenna cables with your fingers and gently unplug them.

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6. Remove the screws and the card pops up.

7. Remove the card.

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8. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket.

9. Pivot the card until you snap it into place. Secure the card with the screw.

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10. Connect the antenna cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card as shown in the drawing.

Note: Depending on the model, the marking for the connectors on your card might look different from the one shown in the illustration above. Be sure to attach the red cable to the MAIN or M connector, and the blue cable to the AUX or A connector. 11. Reinstall the slot cover and tighten the screw.

12. Reinstall the battery and turn the computer over again. Then reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables.

Replacing the backup battery Before you start, print these instructions.

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DANGER If the backup battery is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The backup battery contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose it to excessive heat. • Do not expose it to water or rain. • Do not short-circuit it. • Do not drop, crush, puncture, or subject to strong forces. Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat, which can cause gasses or flame to “vent” from the battery pack or coin cell. To replace the backup battery, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool. 2. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3. Remove the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 4. Remove the keyboard. See “Replacing the keyboard” on page 70. 5. Detach the connector, and then remove the backup battery.

6. Install the new backup battery and attach the connector.

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7. Reinstall the keyboard. See “Replacing the keyboard” on page 70. 8. Reinstall the battery, and turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables.

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Chapter 7. Enhancing your computer This chapter provides instructions on installing hardware devices to expand your computer capabilities. •

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“ThinkPad port replicators and docking stations” on page 91

Finding ThinkPad options If you want to expand the capabilities of your computer, Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to meet your needs. Options include memory, storage, modems, networking adapters, port replicators and docking stations, batteries, power adapters, printers, scanners, keyboards, mice, and more. You can shop at Lenovo 24 hours a day, 7 days a week directly over the World Wide Web. All you need is an Internet connection and a credit card. To shop at Lenovo go to: http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html

ThinkPad port replicators and docking stations Depending on models, your computer might support the following port replicators or docking stations: • ThinkPad Port replicator Series 3 • ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 • ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 • Port replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0 • Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0 • Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 Attach your computer to one of the port replicators or docking stations to expand the working capability. When the computer is attached to a port replicator or docking station, never pick up the assembly by taking hold of the computer alone. Always hold the whole assembly.

Front view ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 and Port Replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0

Power button: Press this button to turn the computer on or off.

Eject button: Press this button to release the computer from the port replicator.

3 Sliding adjuster: Use the sliding adjuster as a guide to align the docking station connector on your computer as you attach the port replicator. 4

Docking station connector: This is where you attach your computer.

ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 and Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0

Power button: Press this button to turn the computer on or off.

2 Key lock indicator: This indicator lights when the system lock key is in the locked position. When the system lock key is in the locked position, the eject button of the docking station is locked; you cannot attach or remove your computer. 3

Docking station indicator: This indicator lights when your computer is docked.

Eject button: Press this button to release the computer from the docking station.

5 Sliding adjuster: Use the sliding adjuster as a guide to align the docking connector on your computer as you attach the docking station.

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Docking station connector: This is where you attach your computer.

7 System lock key: Use the system lock key to lock the eject button. When the eject button is locked, you cannot attach your computer to or remove it from the docking station.

ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 and Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0

Power button: Press this button to turn the computer on or off.

Docking station indicator: This indicator lights when your computer is docked.

Eject button: Press this button to release the computer from the docking station.

5 Sliding adjuster: Use the sliding adjuster as a guide to align the docking connector on your computer as you attach the docking station. 6

Docking station connector: This is where you attach your computer.

7 System lock key: Use the system lock key to lock the eject button. When the eject button is locked, you cannot attach your computer to or remove it from the docking station. 8

Microphone jack: 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter. Use it to connect an external microphone.

Headphone jack: 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter. Use it to connect an external stereo headphone.

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Rear view ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 and Port Replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0

Power jack: Connect the ac power adapter.

2 Ethernet connector: Connect the port replicator to an Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the computer.

Notes: • You cannot use the Token Ring cable for this connector. • You can use this connector for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet connection. Note: If you attach your computer to the port replicator and use an external monitor connector, use the external monitor connector on the port replicator, not the one on the computer. 3

USB connectors: Connect USB 2.0 compatible devices.

4 USB 2.0 connector (on the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3) or USB 3.0 connector (on the Port Replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0): Connect compatible USB devices. 5

External monitor connector: Connect an external monitor.

Note: If you attach your computer to the port replicator and use an external monitor connector, use the external monitor connector on the port replicator, not the one on the computer. 6 Security keyhole: Use a security cable lock that fits this keyhole to lock your port replicator to a stationary object to protect it from theft.

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ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 and Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0

Power jack: Connect the ac power adapter.

DisplayPort connector: Connect a display device.

DVI connector: Connect a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI.

Note: The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. This connector can only be used with a computer that supports DVI connection established through docking stations. 4

Headphone jack: 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter. Use it to connect an external stereo headphone.

Microphone jack: 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter. Use it to connect an external microphone.

6 Ethernet connector: Connect the docking station to an Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the computer.

Notes: • You cannot use the Token Ring cable for this connector. • You can use this connector for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet connection. Note: If you attach your computer to the docking station and use an Ethernet connector, use the Ethernet connector on the docking station, not the one on the computer. 7

USB connectors: Connect USB 2.0 compatible devices.

8 USB 2.0 connector (on the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3) or USB 3.0 connector (on the Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0): Connect a compatible USB device. 9

External monitor connector: Connect an external monitor.

Note: If you attach your computer to the docking station and use an external monitor connector, use the external monitor connector on the docking station, not the one on the computer. 10 Security keyhole: Use a security cable lock that fits this keyhole to lock your docking station to a stationary object to protect it from theft.

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ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 and Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0

DisplayPort connector: Connect a display device.

DVI connector: Connect a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI.

Note: The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. This connector can only be used with a computer that supports DVI connection established through docking stations. 3

DisplayPort connector: Connect a display device.

DVI connector: Connect a monitor that supports Single-Link DVI.

Note: The DVI connector provides a digital interface only. This connector can be used with a computer that supports DVI via docking only. 5 Ethernet connector: Connect the docking station to an Ethernet LAN. The indicator on the connector is the same as that on the computer.

Notes: • You cannot use the Token Ring cable for this connector. • You can use this connector for a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Ethernet connection. Note: If you attach your computer to the docking station and use an Ethernet connector, use the Ethernet connector on the docking station, not the one on the computer. 6

USB connectors: Connect USB 2.0 compatible devices.

Power jack: Connect the ac power adapter.

8 eSATA connectorvor USB 3.0 connector: For ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3, this is an eSATA connector for connecting eSATA device. For the Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0, this is a USB 3.0 connector for connecting a USB compatible device. 9

External monitor connector: Connect an external monitor.

Note: If you attach your computer to the docking station and use an external monitor connector, use the external monitor connector on the docking station, not the one on the computer.

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10 Security keyhole: Use a security cable lock that fits this keyhole to lock your docking station to a stationary object to protect it from theft.

Attaching a port replicator or docking station Notes: • Before you attach the computer to a supported port replicator or docking station, disconnect an ac power adapter from the computer. • If your computer is operating, ensure that it has finished any operations involving devices that are connected to a USB connector. Also ensure that any connection to an Ethernet connector has been disconnected. • The following illustrations are for the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3. The procedure is the same for other docking stations. For part replicators, start from step 2. To attach your computer to a port replicator or docking station, do the following: 1. Ensure that the system lock key is in place and in the unlocked (horizontal) position and that the mechanical lock has been detached .

2. Press the button

and pull the sliding adjuster in the direction shown by the arrow

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3. Put your computer on the platform of the port replicator or docking station and ensure that the top-left corner of the computer is aligned to the guide plate on the docking station.

4. Insert your computer into the port replicator or docking station along the surface, until you hear a click. The computer is attached to the port replicator or docking station. Note: If the port replicator or docking station indicator is not lighted after you attach the port replicator or docking station, your computer is not correctly connected to the port replicator or docking station. Check the ac power adapter of the port replicator or docking station, or disconnect and re-attach the ac power adapter. Then attach your computer to the port replicator or docking station. Notes: • If you attach the port replicator or docking station, but do not connect the ac power adapter of that attachment to the power jack, your computer goes into battery mode. • If your computer and the attached port replicator or docking station are connected to separate ac power adapters, your computer goes into battery mode first, and then shifts into ac power mode. • If in either of the two preceding situations the battery of your computer is detached, or has no battery charge, your computer shuts down.

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Connecting an external display to the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 and Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 Group 1 (top figure) and Group 2 (lower figure) are independent of each other. Each has a DisplayPort connector and a DVI connector. If you connect a display to a DisplayPort connector and a DVI connector that are in the same group, the DisplayPort connector is inactive.

Detaching a port replicator or docking station To detach your computer from the port replicator or docking station, do the following: 1. Ensure that: • The devices connected to USB connectors are not in use. • The connection to an Ethernet connector has been ended. • The system lock key of the docking station is in place and in the unlocked (horizontal) position for: – ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 – ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 – Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0 – Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0

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2. Press the eject button computer 2 .

until the computer moves up. Then, grasp both sides and remove the

Security feature Use the security keyhole on the port replicator or docking station to attach a mechanical lock. By attaching a mechanical lock with cable there, you can secure the port replicator or docking station to a stationary object, such as a desk. If you use the ThinkPad port replicator, attach a mechanical lock and lock the eject button. Then the computer cannot be detached from the port replicator. If you use the ThinkPad docking station, attach a mechanical lock and then lock the eject button using the system lock key. Then the computer cannot be detached from the docking station. Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking device and security feature. Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of the locking device and security feature. Attach a mechanical lock to the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 or Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 as shown:

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Attach a mechanical lock to the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 or Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0 as shown:

Attach a mechanical lock to the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 or Port Replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0 as shown:

Using the system lock key The system lock key has two positions, unlocked and locked.

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When the key is in the locked position, the eject button of the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3, Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0 or Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 is locked, and you cannot remove your computer. The key lock indicator lights when the eject button is locked.

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Chapter 8. Advanced configuration While it is important to protect files, data, and settings that are on the hard disk drive, you also might need to install a new operating system, install new device drivers, update your system UEFI BIOS, or recover preinstalled software. This topic will help you handle your computer with proper care and keep it in top working shape. •

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Installing a new operating system If you install a new operating system in your computer, you need to install the Supplement files and ThinkPad device drivers for it at the same time. The necessary files are located in the following directories of your solid state drive or hard disk drive: • The Supplement files for the operating system supported are in the C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES directory. • The device drivers for the operating system supported are in the C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS directory. • The preloaded software applications are in the C:\SWTOOLS\APPS directory. Notes: • The process of installing the new operating system deletes all the data on your hard disk, including backups or images that were stored in a hidden folder by use of the Rescue and Recovery program. • If you cannot find the Supplement files, the device drivers, and application software you need on your hard disk drive, or if you want to receive updates and the latest information about them, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers

Before you begin Note: If your computer is equipped with both a hard disk drive and an mSATA solid state drive, you are not recommended to use the mSATA solid state drive as a bootable device. The mSATA solid state drive is designed and developed for “cache” function purpose only. If you use the mSATA solid state drive as a bootable device, its reliability is not guaranteed. Before you install the operating system, do the following: • Copy all the subdirectories and files in the C:\SWTOOLS directory to a removable storage device, to avoid losing files during the installation. • Print the sections you will use Notes: • The UEFI BIOS features are supported only on the 64-bit version of the Windows 7 operating system. • If you want to start Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) using the 64-bit version of the Microsoft Windows Installation DVD, you should not change the initial UEFI/Legacy Boot setting in ThinkPad Setup. The UEFI/Legacy Boot setting must be the same as it was when the Windows operating system image was installed. Otherwise, you will see an error. For the country or region code required in the installation, use one of the following:

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Country or region: Code China: SC Denmark: DK Finland: FI France: FR Germany: GR Italy: IT Japan: JP Netherlands: NL Norway: NO Spain: SP Sweden: SV Taiwan and Hong Kong: TC United States: US

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 Boot. 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 7. To do this, run Setup.exe in C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS\INTELINF\infinst_autol. 9. Install device drivers. See “Installing device drivers” on page 105. Installing Registry Patch for Windows 7 Install the following Registry Patch: • Registry Patch for 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, visit 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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To install a fix module, run the .exe file in a subfolder and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If you remove the hard disk drive from the computer with a single-core processor and install it on a computer with a dual-core processor, you can get access to the hard disk drive. The opposite, however, is not true: If you remove the hard disk drive from a computer with a dual-core processor and install it on a computer with a single-core processor, you cannot get access to the hard disk drive.

Installing device drivers To install device drivers, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support

Installing driver for the 4-in-1 Media card reader To use the 4-in-1 Media card reader, you need to download and install the Ricoh Multi Card Reader Driver from Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers

Installing the driver for USB 3.0 Your computer supports USB 3.0 functions. To use the USB 3.0 connectors, you need to download and install the USB 3.0 driver after you reinstalled the Windows 7 operating system by doing the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. Find your model and display the driver links. 2. Select the USB 3.0 driver for the 32-bit or 64-bit operating system and extract it to your local hard disk drive. 3. Double-click the Setup.exe file in the C:\DRIVERS\WIN\USB3.0\ directory. 4. Click Next. If the device driver is already installed, click Cancel. Follow the instructions on the screen until the installation is finished.

Installing ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 7 ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 7 is usually in the default directory C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS\MONITOR. Note: If you cannot find this directory on your hard disk drive or solid state drive, download the ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 7 from the ThinkPad Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers Note: Before you install this file, ensure that the correct video driver has been installed. To install ThinkPad Monitor File for Windows 7, do the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Personalize. 2. Click Display at the left. 3. Click Change display settings. 4. Click Advanced Settings. 5. Click the Monitor tab. 6. Click Properties. 7. Click the Driver tab. 8. Click Update Driver. 9. Select Browse my computer for driver software, and then click Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer.

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10. Click Have Disk. 11. Specify the path where the monitor INF file is saved, then click Open. 12. Click OK. 13. Confirm the correct display type, then click Next. 14. Windows has finished installing. Click Close. 15. Click Close for Display Properties. 16. Click OK in the Monitor tab. 17. Click OK and close the Display Settings window.

Installing other device drivers and software The other device drivers are provided in the C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS directory on your hard disk drive. You will also need to install application software, which is provided in the C:\SWTOOLS\APPS directory on your hard disk drive. To do this, refer to the instructions in “Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers” on page 63. Note: If you cannot find the Supplement files, device drivers, and application software you need on your hard disk drive, or if you want to receive updates and the latest information about them, refer to the ThinkPad Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers

ThinkPad Setup Your computer comes with the ThinkPad Setup program to enable you to select various setup parameters. To start ThinkPad Setup, do the following: 1. Turn on the computer. When the ThinkPad logo is displayed, press the F1 key. The ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. Note: If you have set a supervisor password, the ThinkPad Setup program main menu will be displayed after you enter the password. You can start ThinkPad Setup by pressing Enter instead of entering the supervisor password. However, you cannot change the parameters that are protected by the supervisor password. For more information, refer to “Using passwords” on page 47. 2. Using the cursor keys, move to an item you want to change. When the item is highlighted, press Enter. A submenu is displayed. 3. Change the items you wish to change. To change the value of an item, do the following: • F6 or the combination of Shift and + : Change to a higher value. • F5 or – : Change to a lower value. If the item has a submenu, press Enter to display it. 4. Press Esc to exit from the submenu. 5. If you are on a nested submenu, press Esc repeatedly until you reach the ThinkPad Setup program main menu. Note: If you need to restore the settings to their original state as of the time of purchase, press F9 to load the default settings. You also can select an option on the Restart submenu to load the default settings or discard the changes. 6. Select Restart. Move the cursor to the option you want for restarting your computer; then press Enter. Your computer restarts.

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Main menu The Main menu is the first interface you see after you enter ThinkPad Setup. It displays the following configuration of your computer: • UEFI BIOS Version • UEFI BIOS Date (Year-Month-Day) • Embedded Controller Version • Machine Type Model • System-unit serial number • System board serial number • Asset Tag • CPU Type • CPU Speed • Installed memory • UUID • MAC address (Internal LAN)

Config menu If you need to change the configuration of your computer, select Config from the ThinkPad Setup menu. The following table lists the Config menu items. Notes: • The default settings are already optimized for you. If you consider changing the computer configuration, proceed with extreme caution. Setting the configuration incorrectly might cause unexpected results. • On each submenu, press Enter to show selectable options and select a desired option, or type desired values from the keyboard directly. • Some items are displayed on the menu only if the computer supports the corresponding features. Table 4. Config menu items Menu item

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Selection

Comments

Network

Wake On LAN

• Disabled

Enable the system to power on when the Ethernet controller receives a magic packet.

• AC only • AC and Battery

If you select AC Only, the Wake on LAN function works only when the ac power adapter is attached. If you select AC and Battery, the Wake on LAN function works with any power sources. Note: AC power is required with magic packet type Wake on LAN.

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Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments Note: The Wake on LAN function does not work when a hard disk password is set.

USB

Ethernet LAN Option ROM (for Legacy only boot mode or Both with UEFI first)

• Disabled

UEFI IPv4 Network Stack (for UEFI Only boot mode or Both with UEFI first)

• Disabled

USB UEFI BIOS Support

• Disabled

• Enabled

Always On USB

• Disabled • Enabled

Always On USB Charge in Off Mode

• Disabled • Enabled

Load the Ethernet LAN Option ROM to enable startup from an integrated network device. Enable or disable Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4) network stack for the UEFI environment. Enable or disable boot support for USB storage devices, such as USB memory key and USB optical disk drive. If you select Enabled, the external USB devices can be charged through USB connectors even when the computer is in low power mode (sleep, hibernate, or power-off). If you select Enabled, the Always On USB connector enables you to charge some devices, such as iPod, iPhone and BlackBerry smartphones when the computer is turned off. Note: If you want to charge these devices when your computer is turned off, you will need to open the Power Manager program and configure corresponding settings to enable the Always On USB connector function. For details about how to enable the Always On USB connector function, refer to the online help information system of the Power Manager program.

USB 3.0 Mode

• Auto • Enabled • Disabled

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Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments 3.0 connector works as a USB 2.0 connector.

Keyboard/Mouse

Fn and Ctrl Key swap

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, the Fn key works as the Ctrl key, and the Ctrl key works as the Fn key.

• Enabled

Note: Even when Enabled is selected, you need to press the Fn key to resume the computer from sleep mode to normal operation. Fn Key Lock

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can press the Fn key to keep it in a pressed condition, and then press the desired function key. The action is equivalent to pressing the required key and the Fn key simultaneously. If you press the Fn key twice, the state is locked until you press the Fn key again.

• Enabled

Display

Boot Display Device

• ThinkPad LCD • Analog (VGA) • Digital on ThinkPad • Digital 1 on dock • Digital 2 on dock

Select the display device that is to be activated at boot time. This selection is effective for boot time, password prompt, and ThinkPad Setup. Digital on Thinkpad is the Mini DisplayPort connector on your computer. Digial 1 on dock and Digital 2 on dock is DisplayPort connector or DVI connector on a docking station.

Graphics Device

• Integrated Graphics • NVIDIA Optimus

Integrated Graphics will achieve longer battery life. NVIDIA Optimus runs as Integrated Graphics mode and Discrete Graphics is enabled on demand. Note: NVIDIA Optimus should only be selected if you are using a Windows 7 model.

OS Detection for NVIDIA Optimus

• Disabled • Enabled

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Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments supports the feature, and to Integrated Graphics if the operating system does not support it.

Power

Intel SpeedStep® technology (Intel SpeedStep mounted models only)

• Disabled • Enabled

Select the mode of Intel SpeedStep technology at runtime. Enabled: Always highest speed Disabled: Always lowest speed

Optical Drive Speed

• High Performance • Normal • Silent

CPU Power Management

• Disabled • Enabled

PCI Express Power Management

• Disabled

Express Card Speed

• Generation 1

• Enabled

• Automatic

Power On with AC Attach

• Disabled • Enabled

Set the optical disk drive speed to the desired performance. Enable or disable the power saving feature that stops the microprocessor clock automatically when there are no system activities. Normally, it is not necessary to change the setting. Enable or disable a feature that automatically adjusts power management when there is no PCI Express activity. Normally, it is not necessary to change the setting. Set the transfer speed of the ExpressCard to the desired level of performance. The Automatic option enables the ExpressCard to specify the transfer speed it supports. Enable or disable a feature that powers on the system when the ac power adapter is attached. If you select Enabled, the system is powered on when the ac power adapter is attached. When the system is in hibernate state, the system resumes. If you select Disabled, the system is not powered on nor resumed when the ac power adapter is attached.

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Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments

Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology

• Disabled

To use this feature, a special partition on the solid state drive is required.

• Enabled Enter after: • Immediately • 1 minute • 2 minutes • 5 minutes • 10 minutes • 15 minutes • 30 minutes • 1 hour

When enabled, you can enable the 30 Day Standby function through the Power Manager program. The function enables the computer to enter a lower power state after the specified time in sleep state. And it takes only seconds to resume normal operation.

• 2 hours • 3 hours Beep and Alarm

Password Beep

• Disabled • Enabled

Keyboard Beep

• Enabled • Disabled

Serial ATA (SATA)

CPU

SATA Controller Mode Option

• Compatibility

Core Multi-Processing

• Disabled

• AHCI • Enabled

Enable this option to have a beep sound when the system is waiting for a power-on, hard disk, or supervisor password. Different beeps will sound when the entered password matches or does not match the configured password. Enable or disable the keyboard beep when unmanageable key combinations are pressed. Select SATA controller operation mode. Enable or disable additional execution core units within a CPU. Note: If you are using a computer with a single-core processor, this item is not available.

Intel Hyper-Threading Technology

• Disabled • Enabled

Enable or disable additional logical processors within a processor core.

Date/Time menu If you need to set the current date and time of your computer, select Date/Time from the ThinkPad Setup menu. The following submenu is displayed: • System Date • System Time

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To change the date and time, do the following: 1. Using the up and down arrow keys to select the item to change the date or time. 2. Press Tab, Shift+Tab, or Enter to select a field. 3. Type the date or time. Note: Another way to adjust the date and time is press the “–” or “+” key.

Security menu If you need to set the security features of your computer, select Security from the ThinkPad Setup menu. The following table lists the Security menu items. Notes: • Default values are in boldface. The default settings are already optimized for you. If you consider changing the computer configuration, proceed with extreme caution. Setting the configuration incorrectly might cause unexpected results. • On each submenu, press Enter to show selectable options and select a desired option, or type desired values from the keyboard directly. • Some items are displayed on the menu only if the computer supports the corresponding features. Table 5. Security menu items Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments

Password

Supervisor Password

• Disabled

See “Supervisor password” on page 50.

• Disabled Lock UEFI BIOS Settings

• Disabled • Enabled

Password at unattended Boot

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• Disabled • Enabled

Enable or disable the function that protects items in ThinkPad Setup from being changed by a user who does not have the supervisor password. By default, this is set to Disabled. If you set the supervisor password and enable this function, no one but you can change any items in ThinkPad Setup. If you select and enable Password at unattended boot, a password prompt is displayed when the computer is turned on, from either a power-off state or hibernation state, by an unattended event such as Wake on LAN. If you select Disabled, no password prompt is displayed; the computer goes ahead and loads the operating system. To prevent unauthorized access, set the user authentication on the operating system.

Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments

Set Minimum Length

• Disabled

Specify a minimum length for power-on passwords and hard disk passwords. If you set the supervisor password and specify a minimum length for passwords, no one but you can change the length.

• x characters (4≤x≤12)

Power-On Password

• Disabled • Enabled

Hard Disk x Password

• Disabled • Enabled

See “Power-on password” on page 48. See “Hard disk passwords” on page 48. Note: Hard Disk 1 means that the hard disk drive is built into your computer.

Security Chip

• Active • Inactive • Disabled

If you select Active, the security chip is functional. If you select Inactive, the security chip option is displayed but the security chip is not functional. If you select Disabled, the security chip option is hidden and the security chip is not functional. Enable or disable the following Security Reporting Options:

Security Reporting Options

• BIOS ROM String Reporting: BIOS text string • ESCD Reporting: Extended system configuration data • CMOS Reporting: CMOS data • NVRAM Reporting: Security data stored in the Asset ID • SMBIOS Reporting: SMBIOS data Clear Security Chip

• Enter

Clear the encryption key. Note: The item is displayed only if you have selected Active for the Security Chip option.

Physical Presence for Provisioning

• Disabled • Enabled

This option enables or disables the confirmation message when you change

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Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments the settings of the security chip.

Physical Presence for Clear

• Disabled • Enabled

UEFI BIOS Update Option

Flash BIOS Updating by End-Users

• Disabled

Secure RollBack Prevention

• Disabled

• Enabled

Memory Protection

Execution Prevention

• Disabled • Enabled

Virtualization

Intel Virtualization Technology

• Disabled

Intel VT-d Feature

• Disabled

• Enabled

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This option enables or disables the confirmation message when you clear the security chip. If you select Enabled, all users can update the UEFI BIOS. If you select Disabled, only the person who knows the supervisor password can update the UEFI BIOS. If you select Disabled, end-user can flash older version of the UEFI BIOS. If you select Enabled, end-user can not flash older version of the UEFI BIOS. Use the Data Execution Prevention feature to protect your computer against attacks from viruses and worms by selecting Enabled. If you find that the application program does not run correctly after choosing Enabled select Disabled and reset the setting. If you select Enabled, a Virtual Machine Monitor (VMM) can utilize the additional hardware capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization Technology. Intel VT-d is Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O. When enabled, a VMM can utilize the platform infrastructure for I/O virtualization.

Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments

I/O Port Access

Ethernet LAN

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the Ethernet LAN device.

• Enabled Wireless LAN

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the Wireless LAN device.

• Enabled WiMAX

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the WiMAX device.

• Enabled Wireless WAN

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the Wireless WAN device.

• Enabled Bluetooth

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the Bluetooth device.

• Enabled USB Port

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the USB connectors.

• Enabled ExpressCard Slot

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the ExpressCard slot.

• Enabled Optical Device

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the optical disk drive.

• Enabled Memory Card Slot

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the memory card slot (SD card or MultiMediaCard).

• Enabled

Integrated Camera

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the integrated camera.

• Enabled Microphone

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the microphone (internal, external, or line-in).

• Enabled Fingerprint Reader

• Disabled

If you select Enabled, you can use the fingerprint reader.

• Enabled Anti-Theft

Intel AT Module Activation

• Disabled • Enabled • Permanently Disabled

Enable or disable the UEFI BIOS interface to activate the Intel AT module, which is an optional anti-theft service from Intel. Note: If you set the Intel AT module activation to Permanently Disabled, you will be unable to enable this setting again.

Intel AT Suspend

Enter

This option is displayed only when the anti-theft function is activated.

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Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item

Submenu item

Selection

Comments The Intel anti-theft suspend screen will be displayed at next boot to enter the suspend mode.

Computrace

• Disabled • Enabled • Permanently Disabled

Enable or disable the UEFI BIOS interface to activate the computrace module. Computrace is an optional monitoring service from Absolute Software. Note: If you set the computrace module activation to Permanently Disabled, you will be unable to enable this setting again.

Startup menu To change the computer startup settings, select Startup from the ThinkPad Setup main menu. Attention: • After you change your startup sequence, you must be extremely careful not to specify a wrong device during a copy, a save, or a format operation. If you specify a wrong device, your data and programs might be erased or overwritten. • If you are using the BitLocker drive encryption, you should not change the startup sequence. BitLocker drive encryption detects the change of startup sequence and locks the computer from booting. Changing the startup sequence To change the startup sequence, do the following: 1. Select Boot or Network, then press Enter. The default boot list is displayed, showing the order in which devices will be started up. Even devices that are not attached to or installed on your computer are listed. • Use the Boot submenu to specify the startup sequence that runs when you turn on the power. • Use the Network submenu to specify the startup sequence that runs when Wake on LAN is enabled. Wake on LAN is commonly used by LAN administrators in corporate networks to get remote access to your computer. 2. Set the startup sequence by using the following keys: • Use cursor keys to select a device. • Use F6 or the combination of Shift and + to move the device up to a higher priority. • Use F5 or – to move the device down to a lower priority. • Use the combination of Shift and ! to exclude or include a device. 3. Press F10 to save the changes and restart the system. To change the startup sequence temporarily so that the system starts up from a different drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer.

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2. Turn on the computer, then, while the ThinkPad logo is displayed, press F12. 3. Select the device you want to start first. Note: The Boot menu will be displayed when the system cannot boot from any devices or the operating system cannot be found. The following table lists the Startup menu items. Notes: • Default values are in boldface. • On each submenu, press Enter to show selectable options and select a desired option. • Some items are displayed on the menu only if the computer supports the corresponding features. Table 6. Startup menu items Menu item

Selection

Comments

Boot

See “Changing the startup sequence” on page 116.

Network Boot

Select the boot device when the system wakes from LAN. If Wake on LAN is enabled, the network administrator can turn on all of the computers in a LAN remotely by use of network management software.

UEFI/Legacy Boot

• Both

Select system boot capability.

• UEFI Only

• Both: The system will boot following the UEFI/Legacy Boot Priority setting.

• Legacy Only

• UEFI Only: The system will boot from the UEFI enabled operating system. • Legacy Only: The system will boot from any operating system other than the UEFI enabled operating system. Note: If you select UEFI Only the system cannot boot from the bootable devices that do not have the UEFI enabled operating system. UEFI/Legacy Boot Priority Boot Mode

• UEFI First • Legacy First

Select priority of boot option between UEFI and Legacy.

• Quick

Screen during POST:

• Diagnostics

• Quick: The ThinkPad Logo screen is displayed. • Diagnostics: Text messages are displayed. Note: You can also enter Diagnostic mode by pressing Esc during POST.

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Table 6. Startup menu items (continued) Menu item

Selection

Comments

Option Keys display

• Disabled

If you select Disabled, the “To interrupt normal startup, press Enter” message is not displayed during POST.

• Enabled

Boot Device List F12 Option

• Disabled • Enabled

Boot Order Lock

• Disabled • Enabled

If you select Enabled, the F12 key is recognized and the Boot Menu window is displayed. If you select Enabled, the boot priority order is locked for your future use.

Restart menu If you need to close the ThinkPad Setup and restart the system, select Restart from the ThinkPad Setup menu. The following submenu items are displayed: • Exit Saving Changes: Restart the system after saving the changes. • Exit Discarding Changes: Restart the system without saving the changes. • Load Setup Defaults: Load the setup default settings. • Discard Changes: Discard the changes. • Save Changes: Save the changes.

Updating your system UEFI BIOS The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) BIOS is a part of the system programs that make up the basic layer of software built into your computer. The UEFI BIOS translates the instructions from other software layers. Your computer system board has a module called EEPROM, also referred to as flash memory. You can update the UEFI BIOS and the ThinkPad Setup program by starting your computer with a flash update optical disc or flash update application running in the Windows environment. In some instances when you add software, hardware, or a device driver, you might be informed that you need to update your UEFI BIOS in order for the new addition to work properly. To update your UEFI BIOS, go to the following Web site and follow the instructions on the screen: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers

Using system management This section is intended primarily for network administrators. Your computer is designed for manageability, so that you can redirect more of your resources to better meet your business objectives. This manageability, or “Total Cost of Ownership” (TCO), enables you to remotely operate client computers in the same way as you operate your own computer, such as turning on a client computer, formatting hard disk drive, and installing software. Once the computer is configured and operational, you can manage it by use of software and manageability features already integrated into the client system and the network. 118

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System management Read this topic to learn more about features of System Management:

Desktop Management Interface The system UEFI BIOS of your computer supports an interface called System Management BIOS Reference Specification (SMBIOS) V2.6.1 SMBIOS provides information about the hardware components of your system. It is the responsibility of the BIOS to supply this database with information about itself and the devices on the system board. This specification documents the standards for getting access to this BIOS information.

Preboot eXecution Environment Preboot eXecution Environment (PXE) technology makes your computer more manageable (it is PXE 2.1-compliant) by enabling it to boot (load an operating system or another executable image) from a server. Your computer supports the personal computer functions that PXE requires. For example, with the appropriate LAN card, your computer can be booted from the PXE server. Note: Remote Program Load (RPL) cannot be used with your computer.

Wake on LAN A network administrator can use Wake on LAN to turn on a computer from a management console. When Wake on LAN is used with network management software, many functions, such as data transfer, software updates, and Flash updates of UEFI BIOS, can be performed remotely without remote attendance. This updating can be done after normal working hours and on weekends, to save time and increase productivity. Users are not interrupted during normal working hours, and LAN traffic is kept to a minimum. If a computer is turned on by the Wake on LAN function, the Network boot sequence is used.

Asset ID EEPROM The Asset ID EEPROM contains information about the system, including its configuration and the serial numbers of key components. It also includes a number of blank fields in which you can record information about the end users in your network.

Setting management features To enable the network administrator to control your computer remotely, you must configure the network interface by setting the system-management features in the ThinkPad Setup program. You can configure the following functions in the program: • Wake on LAN • Network Boot sequence • Flash update If an administrator password (supervisor password) has been set, you will need to specify it when you start ThinkPad Setup to use these functions. Wake on LAN When the Wake on LAN feature is enabled on a computer that is connected to a LAN, a network administrator can start the computer remotely from a management console, using remote network-management software. When your computer is not under the network administrator's system management, you can disable Wake on LAN.

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To enable or disable Wake on LAN, do the following: 1. Start ThinkPad Setup. 2. Select Config. The Config submenu is displayed. 3. Select Network. The Network item submenu is displayed. 4. For Wake On LAN, select one of the following: AC Only, AC and Battery, or Disabled. 5. Press F10 to save changes and exit. Network Boot sequence When your computer is turned on remotely, the system will try to boot from the device that is specified in the Network Boot setting, and then follow the boot order list on the Boot menu. To define a sequence, do the following: 1. On the ThinkPad Setup program menu, select Startup. The submenu is displayed. 2. Select Network Boot and press the Enter key. The boot device list is displayed. 3. Select a boot device from the list to make it as the top boot priority. 4. Press F10 to save changes and exit. Note: If you want to initialize the setting to return to the default startup sequence, press F9. The default settings are automatically reloaded. Flash update Your network administrator can remotely update the system programs on your computer from a management console. The following requirements must be met: • Your computer must be started over the LAN. • Your computer must be engaged in a Preboot eXecution Environment. • Network-management software must be installed on the remote administrator's computer.

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Chapter 9. Preventing problems An important part of owning a ThinkPad notebook computer is maintenance. With proper care, you can avoid common problems. The following sections provide information that can help you to keep your computer running smoothly. •

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General tips for preventing problems 1. If your computer is equipped with both a hard disk drive and an mSATA solid state drive, you are not recommended to use the mSATA solid state drive as a bootable device. The mSATA solid state drive is designed and developed for “cache” function purpose only. If you use the mSATA solid state drive as a bootable device, its reliability is not guaranteed. 2. Check the capacity of your hard disk drive from time to time. If the hard disk drive gets too full, the Windows operating system will slow down and might produce errors. Note: To check the capacity for your hard disk drive, click Start ➙ Computer. 3. Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis. 4. Use disk defragment tool regularly on your hard disk drive to improve data seek and read times. 5. To free up disk space, uninstall unused application programs. Note: You might also want to look for application program duplication or overlapping versions. 6. Clean out your Inbox, Sent, and Trash folders from your e-mail client program. 7. At least once a week, make a point to back up your data. If critical data is present, it is a good idea to perform a daily backup. Lenovo has many backup options available for your computer. Rewritable optical disk drives are available for most machines and are easily installed. 8. Use or schedule System Restore to take a system snapshot periodically. For more information about System Restore, see “Performing backup and recovery operations” on page 60. 9. Update device drivers and UEFI BIOS when needed. 10. Profile your machine at http://www.lenovo.com/support to keep up to date with current drivers and revisions. 11. Keep up to date for device drivers on other non-Lenovo hardware. You might want to read the device driver information release notes prior to updating for compatibility or known issues. 12. Keep a log book. Entries might include major hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor issues you have experienced and how you resolved the minor issues. 13. If you ever need to run a recovery on your computer to return the preload onto the machine, the following tips might help along the way: • Remove all external devices such as the printer, keyboard and so on. • Ensure that your battery is charged and that you have the ac power connected. • Boot into the UEFI BIOS and load the default settings. • Restart the computer and start the recovery operation. • If your computer uses discs as the recovery media, do not remove the disc from the drive until prompted to do so. 14. For suspected hard disk drive issues, refer to “Diagnosing problems” on page 127 and run a diagnostic test of the drive before you call the Customer Support Center. If your computer does not start up,

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download the files to create a bootable self-test media from the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/hddtest Run the test and record any messages or error codes. If the test returns any failing error codes or messages, call the Customer Support Center with the codes or messages and the computer in front of you. A technician will assist you further. 15. If required, you can find your country's Customer Support Center at: http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. When calling the Customer Support Center, please ensure that you have your machine model type, serial number and the computer in front of you. Also, if the computer is producing error codes, it is helpful to have the error screen on or the message written down.

Making sure device drivers are current Device drivers are programs that contain instructions for the operating system about how to operate or “drive” a certain piece of hardware. Each hardware component on your computer has its own specific driver. If you add a new component, the operating system needs to be instructed on how to operate that piece of hardware. After you install the driver, the operating system can recognize the hardware component and understand how to use it. Note: Because drivers are programs, like any other file on your computer, they are susceptible to corruption and might not perform properly if corruption occurs. It is not always necessary to download the latest drivers. However, you should download the latest driver for a component if you notice poor performance from that component or if you added a new component. This may eliminate the driver as the potential cause of the problem.

Getting the latest drivers from the Web site You can download and install updated device drivers from the Lenovo Web site by doing the following: 1. Connect to the Internet. 2. Go to: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers 3. Find your computer entry and click it. 4. Follow the directions on the screen and install the necessary software.

Getting the latest drivers using ThinkVantage System Update The System Update program helps you keep the software on your system up-to-date. Update packages are stored on Lenovo servers and can be downloaded from the Lenovo Support Web site. Update packages can contain applications, device drivers, UEFI BIOS flashes, or software updates. When the System Update program connects to the Lenovo Support Web site, the System Update program automatically recognizes the machine type and model of your computer, the installed operating system, and the language of the operating system to determine what updates are available for your computer. The System Update program then displays a list of update packages and categorizes each update as critical, recommended, and optional to help you understand the importance. You have complete control of which updates to download and install. After you select the update packages you want, the System Update program automatically downloads and installs the updates without any further intervention from you. The System Update program is preinstalled on your computer and is ready to run. The only prerequisite is an active Internet connection. You can start the program manually, or you can use the schedule feature to enable the program to search for updates automatically at specified intervals. You also can predefine scheduled updates to search by severity (critical updates, critical and recommended updates, or all updates) so the list you choose from contains only those update types that are of interest to you.

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For more information about how to use the ThinkVantage System Update, refer to the help information system of the program.

Taking care of your computer Although your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Be careful about where and how you work • Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of suffocation from plastic bags. • Keep your computer away from magnets, activated cellular phones, electrical appliances, or speakers (within 5 inches or 13 cm). • Avoid subjecting your computer to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/41°F or above 35°C/95°F). • Some appliances, such as certain portable desktop fans or air purifiers, can produce negative ions. If a computer is close to such an appliance, and is exposed for an extended time to air containing negative ions, it may become electrostatically charged. Such a charge may be discharged through your hands when you touch the keyboard or other parts of the computer, or through connectors on I/O devices connected to it. Even though this kind of electrostatic discharge (ESD) is the opposite of a discharge from your body or clothing to the computer, it poses the same risk of a computer malfunction. Your computer is designed and manufactured to minimize any effects of electrostatic charge. An electrostatic charge above a certain limit, however, can increase the risk of ESD. Therefore, when using the computer close to an appliance that can produce negative ions, give special attention to the following: • Avoid directly exposing your computer to the air from an appliance that can produce negative ions. • Keep your computer and peripherals as far as possible from such an appliance. • Wherever possible, ground your computer to facilitate safe electrostatic discharge. Note: Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge. Be gentle with your computer • Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or the palm rest. • Your computer display is designed to be opened and used at an angle slightly greater than 90 degrees. Do not open the display beyond 180 degrees, as this might damage the computer hinge. • Do not turn your computer over while the ac power adapter is plugged in. This could break the adapter plug. Carry your computer properly • Before moving your computer, be sure to remove any media, turn off attached devices, and disconnect cords and cables. • When picking up your open computer, hold it by the bottom. Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display. Handle storage media and drives properly • If your computer comes with an optical disk drive, do not touch the surface of a disc or the lens on the tray. • Wait until you hear the CD, or DVD click into the center pivot of the drive before closing the tray. • When installing the hard disk drive, solid state drive, or optical disk drive, follow the instructions shipped with your hardware, and apply pressure only where needed on the device.

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• Turn off your computer if you are replacing the hard disk drive or solid state drive. • When replacing the primary hard disk drive or solid state drive, reattach the cover of the drive slot. • Store your external and removable hard disk or optical disk drives in the appropriate containers or packaging when they are not being used. • Before you install any of the following devices, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the device. – Memory module – Mini PCI ExpressCard – ExpressCard – Memory card, such as SD card, SDHC card, SDXC card and MultiMediaCard Note: Not all listed devices are included in your computer. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the device. • When transferring data to or from a flash media card, such as an SD card, do not put your computer in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is complete. To do so might cause damage to your data. Take care in setting passwords Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo will not reset it, and you might have to replace your system board, or hard disk drive or solid state drive. Care for the fingerprint reader The following actions could damage the fingerprint reader or cause it not to work properly: • Scratching the surface of the reader with a hard, pointed object. • Scraping the surface of the reader with your fingernail or anything hard. • Using or touching the reader with a dirty finger. If you notice any of the following conditions, gently clean the surface of the reader with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth: • The surface of the reader is dirty or stained. • The surface of the reader is wet. • The reader often fails to enroll or authenticate your fingerprint. Register your computer Register your ThinkPad products with Lenovo (refer to the Web site http://www.lenovo.com/register). This can help authorities return your computer to you if it is lost or stolen. Registering your computer also enables Lenovo to notify you about possible technical information and upgrades. Be sure not to modify your computer • Only an authorized ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your computer. • Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or closed.

Cleaning the cover of your computer Occasionally clean your computer by doing the following: 1. Prepare a mixture of a gentle kitchen-use detergent (one that does not contain abrasive powder or strong chemicals such as acid or alkaline). Use 5 parts water to 1 part detergent.

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2. Absorb the diluted detergent into a sponge. 3. Squeeze excess liquid from the sponge. 4. Wipe the cover with the sponge, using a circular motion and taking care not to let any excess liquid drip. 5. Wipe the surface to remove the detergent. 6. Rinse the sponge with clean running water. 7. Wipe the cover with the clean sponge. 8. Wipe the surface again with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. 9. Wait for the surface to dry completely and remove any fibers from the cloth. Cleaning your computer keyboard To clean the keyboard, do the following: 1. Apply some isopropyl rubbing alcohol to a soft, dust-free cloth. 2. Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth. Wipe the keys one by one; if you wipe several keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it. Ensure that no liquid drips onto or between the keys. 3. Allow to dry. 4. To remove any crumbs or dust from beneath the keys, you can use a camera blower with a brush or cool air from a hair dryer. Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly onto the display or the keyboard. Cleaning your computer display To clean the computer display, do the following: 1. Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you see a scratchlike mark on your display, it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard or the TrackPoint pointing stick when the cover was pressed from the outside. 2. Wipe or dust the stain gently with a soft, dry cloth. 3. If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with water or a 50-50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water that does not contain impurities. 4. Wring out as much of the liquid as you can. 5. Wipe the display again; do not let any liquid drip into the computer. 6. Be sure to dry the display before closing it.

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Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems This chapter provides information on what to do if you experience a problem with your computer. •

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Diagnosing problems If you experience problems with your computer, use the Lenovo Solution Center program as a starting point for solving them. The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems. It combines diagnostic tests, system information collection, security status, and support information, along with hints and tips for maximum system performance. Notes: • The Lenovo Solution Center program is available only on models preinstalled with the Windows 7 operating system. It also can be downloaded from http://www.lenovo.com/support. • If you are using other Windows operating system rather than Windows 7, go to http://www.lenovo.com/diagnose for the latest information on diagnostics for your computer. When you are setting up your computer, the Lenovo Solution Center program prompts you to create recovery media, which you can use to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default state. For more information, see “Creating and using recovery media” on page 59. To run the Lenovo Solution Center program, see “Accessing ThinkVantage applications” on page 14. Then follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information, refer to the Lenovo Solution Center help system. Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

Troubleshooting If your computer has an error, it typically displays a message or an error code, or a beep sounds when you turn it on. When you experience a problem, refer to the corresponding sections in this topic to try to solve the problem by yourself.

Computer stops responding Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later. If your computer is completely unresponsive (you cannot use the UltraNav pointing device or the keyboard), do the following: 1. Press and hold the power button until the computer turns off. After the computer is turned off, restart by pressing the power button. If the computer does not turn on, continue with step 2. Note: Do not remove the battery and ac power adapter to reset the computer.

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2. While the computer is turned off, remove all power sources from the computer (battery and the ac power adapter). Hold down the power button for 10 seconds. Plug in the ac power adapter while keeping the battery out of the computer. If the computer does not turn back on, continue with step 3. Note: Once the computer starts up and enters the Windows environment, use the proper shutdown procedure to turn the computer off. Once the computer is off, reattach the battery and restart the computer. If the computer does not start with the battery reattached, remove the battery and again start with step 2. If the computer starts with ac power but does not start when the battery is attached, call the Customer Support Center for support. 3. While the computer is off, remove all sources of power (battery and the ac power adapter). Remove all external devices that are attached to your computer (keyboard, mouse, printer, scanner, and so on). Repeat step 2. If step 2 is unsuccessful, continue with step 4. Note: The following steps involve removing static sensitive components from your computer. Ensure that you are properly grounded and remove all sources of power attached to the computer. If you are uncomfortable or unsure about removing components please call the Customer Support Center for assistance. 4. While the computer is off, remove all sources of power and external hardware. Remove any non-original memory module added to your computer. After removing the extra memory module and reseating the original memory module, repeat step 2. If the computer still does not turn on, consult the user manual for other customer-replaceable components that are attached to your computer. If the computer still does not start up, call the Customer Support Center and a Customer Support Specialist will assist you.

Spills on the keyboard With a mobile computer, there are increased chances of spilling liquids on the keyboard. Because most liquids conduct electricity, liquid spilled on the keyboard could create numerous short circuits, potentially causing irreparable damage to your computer. If you spill something on your computer: Attention: Ensure that no liquid creates a short circuit between you and the ac power adapter (if in use). Although you might lose some data or work by turning off the computer immediately, leaving the computer on might make your computer unusable. 1. Carefully unplug the ac power adapter immediately. 2. Turn off the computer immediately. If the computer does not turn off, remove the battery. The more quickly you stop the current from passing through the computer the more likely you will reduce damage from short circuits. 3. Wait until you are certain that all the liquid is dry before turning on your computer. Note: If you want to replace your keyboard, you can purchase a new one.

Error messages • Message: 0177: Bad SVP data, stop POST task. Solution: Checksum of the supervisor password in the EEPROM is not correct. The system board should be replaced. Have the computer serviced. • Message: 0183: Bad CRC of Security Settings in EFI Variable. Enter ThinkPad Setup Solution: Checksum of the Security settings in the EFI Variable is not correct. Enter ThinkPad Setup to check security settings, Press F10 and then press Enter to restart the system. If you still have a problem, have the computer serviced.

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• Message: 0187: EAIA data access error Solution: Check Security settings. Press F10 and then press Enter to restart the system. • Message: 0188: Invalid RFID Serialization Information Area Solution: Reset the Block # 0 and 1, for example, the box serial number, and/or the Block # 4 and 5, for example, the UUID. It could be done by using maintenance diskette or USB key. If you still have a problem, have the computer serviced. • Message: 0189: Invalid RFID configuration information area Solution: The EEPROM checksum is not correct (block # 4 and 5). See Solution for 0188. • Message: 0190: Critical low-battery error Solution: The computer turned off, because the battery is low. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer and charge the battery, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. • Message: 0191: System Security - Invalid remote change requested Solution: Bad system configuration change request has been detected, the BootBlock update has failed, or unknown request packet has been detected. To clear the error, enter ThinkPad Setup. • Message: 0199: System Security - Security password retry count exceeded. Solution: This message is displayed if you enter a wrong supervisor password more than three times. Confirm the supervisor password and try again. To clear the error, enter ThinkPad Setup. • Message: 0251: System CMOS checksum bad - Default configuration used Solution: The system CMOS might have been corrupted or modified incorrectly by an application program that changes data stored in CMOS. The computer uses the default settings. Run ThinkPad Setup to reconfigure the settings. If you still see the same error code, check the system battery or have the computer serviced. • Message: 0271: Real Time Clock error - Check Date and Time settings. Solution: Neither the date nor the time is set in the computer. Set the date and time through ThinkPad Setup. • Message: 1802: Unauthorized network card is plugged in - Power off and remove the network card. Solution: The Mini PCI Express network card is not supported on this computer. Remove it. • Message: 2000: ThinkVantage Active Protection sensor diagnostics failed. Solution: ThinkVantage Active Protection sensor is not working correctly. Have the computer serviced. • Message: 2100: Detection error on HDD0(Main HDD) Solution: The hard disk is not working. Have the hard disk serviced. • Message: 2102: Detection error on HDD2(Mini SATA) Solutuon: The Mini SATA device is not working. Have the Mini SATA device serviced. • Message: 2110: Read error on HDD0(Main HDD) Solution: The hard disk is not working. Have the hard disk serviced. • Message: 2112: Read error on HDD2(Mini SATA) Solution: The Mini SATA device is not working. Have the Mini SATA device serviced. • Message: 2200: Machine Type and Serial Number are invalid. Solution: POST warning message in case MTMSN is not set correctly. Have the computer serviced. • Message: 2201: Machine UUID is invalid. • Solution: POST warning message in UUID is not set correctly. Have the computer serviced. • Message: Fan error Solution: Cooling fan has failed. Have the computer serviced.

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• Message: Thermal sensing error. Solution: The thermal sensor has a problem. Have the computer serviced. • Message: This system does not support batteries that are not genuine Lenovo made or authorized. The system will continue to boot, but may not charge unauthorized batteries. Press the ESC key to continue. Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.. Solution: Replace the battery with the correct Lenovo battery for this computer. If you still see the same error message, contact Lenovo service to have the computer serviced. • Message: The battery installed is not supported by this system and will not charge. Please replace the battery with the correct Lenovo battery for this system. Press the ESC key to continue. Solution: Replace the battery with the correct Lenovo battery for this computer. If you still see the same error message, contact Lenovo service to have the computer serviced.

Errors without messages • Problem: My screen keeps blanking when I do not want it to. Solution: You can disable any system timers, such as the LCD turn-off timer or the blank timer by doing the following: 1. Start Power Manager. 2. Click the Power plan tab, and then select Maximum Performance from the predefined power plans. • Problem: When I turn on the computer, nothing is displayed on the screen and the computer does not beep while starting up. Note: If you are not sure whether you heard any beeps, turn off the computer by pressing and holding the power button for four seconds or more. Turn it on and listen again. Solution: Ensure that: – The battery is installed correctly. – The ac power adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet. – The computer is turned on. (Turn the power button on again for confirmation.) If a power-on password is set: – Press any key to display the prompt for the power-on password. If the brightness level of the screen is low, increase it by pressing Home. – Type the correct password and press Enter. If these items are correctly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. • Problem: When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor is displayed on a blank screen. Solution: If you have modified a partition on your hard disk drive by using partition software, information about that partition, or the master boot record might have been destroyed. 1. Turn off the computer, and then turn it on again. 2. If you still see only the cursor on the screen, do the following: – If you have used the partition software, examine the partition on the hard disk drive by using the software, and recover the partition if required. – Use either the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the recovery discs to restore the system to the factory state.

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If the problem persists, have the computer serviced. • Problem: My screen goes blank while the computer is on. Solution: Your screen saver or power management might have been enabled. Do either of the following: – Touch the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad, or press a key to exit the screen saver. – Press the power button to resume from sleep or hibernation.

Beep errors Table 7. Beep errors Problem

Solution

One short beep, pause, three short beeps, pause, three more short beeps, and one short beep

Ensure that memory modules are installed correctly. If they are, and you still hear the beeps, have the computer serviced.

Three short beeps, pause, one short beep, pause, one more short beep, and three short beeps

PCI resource allocation failure. Power off the computer and remove the device from the ExpressCard slot. If the beeps persist, have the computer serviced.

One long and two short beeps

The video function has a problem. Have the computer serviced.

Four cycles of four short beeps

The Security Chip has a problem. Have the computer serviced.

Five short beeps

The system board has a problem. Have the computer serviced.

Five short beeps, pause, five short beeps, and pause

Continue to boot immediately when the error was detected.

Memory module problems Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later. If your memory module is not operating properly, check the following items: 1. Verify that the memory module is installed and seated correctly in your computer. It might be necessary to remove all added memory modules to test the computer with only the factory-installed memory modules, and then reinstall the memory module one at a time to ensure a proper connection. For the procedures to remove and reinstall a memory module, refer to “Replacing and installing a memory module” on page 74. 2. Check for error messages during startup. Follow the appropriate corrective actions for Power-on self-test (POST). See “Error messages” on page 128. 3. Verify that the latest UEFI BIOS for your model has been installed. 4. Verify the proper memory configuration and compatibility including the maximum memory size and the memory speed. For details, refer to the instructions in “Replacing and installing a memory module” on page 74. 5. Run the Lenovo Solution Center program.

Networking problems The following are the most common networking problems:

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Ethernet problems • Problem: Your computer cannot connect to the network. Solution: Ensure that: – The cable is installed properly. The network cable must be securely connected both to the Ethernet connector of your computer and to the RJ45 connector of the hub. The maximum allowable distance from the computer to hub is 100 meters. If the cable is connected and the distance is within acceptable limits but the problem persists, try a different cable. – You are using the correct device driver. 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Device Manager. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. 2. If the exclamation mark is displayed next to the adapter name under Network adapters, you might not be using the correct driver or the driver might have been disabled. To update the driver, right-click the highlighted adapter. 3. Click Update Driver Software, and then follow the instructions on the screen. – The switch port and the adapter have the same duplex setting. If you configured the adapter for full duplex, ensure that the switch port is also configured for full duplex. Setting the wrong duplex mode can degrade performance, cause data loss, or result in lost connections. – You have installed all networking software that is necessary for your network environment. Check with your LAN administrator for the necessary networking software. • Problem: The adapter stops working for no apparent reason. Solution: The network driver files may be corrupt or missing. Update the driver by referring to the “Solution” description for the procedure to ensure that the correct device driver is installed in the preceding problem. • Problem: If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use the a speed of 1000 Mbps, the connection fails or errors occur. Solution: – Use Category 5 wiring and ensure that the network cable is securely connected. – Connect to a 1000 BASE-T hub/switch (not 1000 BASE-X). • Problem: Your computer is a Fast Ethernet model and you use the speed of 100 Mbps, but the connection fails or errors occur. Solution: – Use Category 5 wiring and ensure that the network cable is securely connected. – Connect to a 100 BASE-TX hub/switch (not 100 BASE-T4). • Problem: The Wake on LAN feature is not working. Solution: – Ensure that Wake on LAN is enabled in ThinkPad Setup. – If it is, check with your LAN administrator for the necessary settings. • Problem: Your computer cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps. Instead, it connects at 100 Mbps. Solution: – Try another cable.

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– Ensure that the link partner is set to auto-negotiate. – Ensure that the switch is 802.3ab-compliant (gigabit over copper).

A wireless LAN problem Problem: You cannot connect to the network using the built-in wireless network card. Solution: Ensure that your wireless LAN driver is the latest version installed. Check the Web site and confirm the driver version supported by the Access Connections program is the latest documented in the readme file. Ensure that your computer is within range of a wireless access point. Ensure that the wireless radio is enabled by double-clicking the Access Connections icon on the taskbar. Note: Click the triangular icon on the taskbar to show hidden icons. The Access Connections icon is displayed. For more information about the icon, see the help information system of the Access Connections program. Check the Network Name (SSID), and your encryption information. Use the Access Connection program to verify this case-sensitive information.

A wireless WAN problem Message: Unauthorized WAN card is plugged in - Power off and remove the WAN card. Solution: The WAN card is not supported on this computer. Remove it. Note: Depending on your computer, some models do not have a wireless WAN card.

Bluetooth problems Note: Check your connection anytime and ensure that no other Bluetooth-enabled device is searching for the device to which you want to connect. Simultaneous searching is not allowed in the Bluetooth connection. • Problem: Sound does not come from the Bluetooth headset/headphone but comes from the local speaker even though the headset/headphone is connected using Headset profile or AV profile. Solution: Do the following: 1. Exit the application that uses the sound device (for example, Windows Media Player). 2. Open the Control Panel by clicking Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ Hardware and Sound ➙ Sound ➙ Playback. 3. If you are using Headset profile, select Bluetooth Hands-free Audio and click the Set Default button. If you are using AV profile, select Stereo Audio and click the Set Default button. 4. Click OK to close the Sound window. • Problem: PIM (Personal Information Manager) items sent from Windows 7 operating system cannot be received correctly into the address book of any other Bluetooth-enabled device. Solution: The Windows 7 operating system send PIM items in XML format, but most Bluetooth-enabled devices handle PIM items in vCard format. If another Bluetooth-enabled device can receive a file through Bluetooth, a PIM item sent from the Windows 7 operating system might be saved as a file with the extension .contact.

Problems with keyboard and other pointing devices The following are the most common keyboard and other pointing devices problems.

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UltraNav pointing device problems • Problem: The pointer drifts when the computer is turned on or after it resumes normal operation. Solution: The pointer might drift when you are not using the TrackPoint pointing device during normal operation. This is a normal characteristic of the TrackPoint pointing device and is not a defect. Pointer drifting might occur for several seconds under the following conditions: – When the computer is turned on. – When the computer resumes normal operation. – When the TrackPoint pointing device is pressed for a long time. – When the temperature changes • Problem: The TrackPoint pointing device or touch pad does not work. Solution: Ensure that the TrackPoint pointing device or touch pad is set to Enabled in the UltraNav Device Setting.

A keyboard problem Problem: All or some keys on the keyboard do not work. Solution: If an external numeric keypad is connected: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Remove the external numeric keypad. 3. Turn on the computer and try using the keyboard again. If the keyboard problem is resolved, carefully reconnect the external numeric keypad, external keyboard, making sure that you have seated the connectors properly. If the problem remains, ensure that the correct device driver is installed. 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. Change the view of the Control Panel from Category to Large icons or Small icons. 2. Click Keyboard. 3. Select the Hardware tab. In the Device Properties, ensure that the Device Status is This device is working properly. If keys on the keyboard still do not work, have the computer serviced.

Problems with display and multimedia devices This topic includes the most common problems with displays and multimedia devices, including the computer display, the external monitor, audio devices, and the optical disk drive.

Computer screen problems • Problem: The screen is blank. Solution: Do the following: – Press Fn+F7 to bring up the image. – If you are using the ac power adapter, or using the battery and the battery status indicator is on (is green), press Fn+F9 to make the screen brighter. – If the sleep status indicator is on (is green), press Fn to resume from the sleep mode. – If the problem persists, follow the solution for the following problems.

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• Problem: The screen is unreadable or distorted. Solution: Ensure that: – The display device driver is installed correctly. – The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set. – The monitor type is correct. To check these settings, do the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Personalize. 2. Click Display at the left. 3. Select Change display settings. Check whether the screen resolution is correctly set. 4. Click Advanced Settings. 5. Click the Adapter tab. 6. Ensure that the correct device driver name is shown in the adapter information window. Note: The device driver name depends on the video chip that has been installed on your computer. 7. Click the Properties button. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Check the “Device status” box and ensure the device is working properly. If not, click the Troubleshoot button. Close the Properties window. 8. Click the Monitor tab. Check whether the color quality is correctly set, ensure that other information is also correct. 9. Click the Properties button. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Check the “Device status” box and ensure that the device is working properly. If not, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the instructions on the screen. • Problem: Incorrect characters appear on the screen. Solution: Did you install the operating system or application program correctly? If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced. • Problem: The screen stays on even after you turn off your computer. Solution: Press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or over to turn off your computer, then turn it on again. • Problem: Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen every time you turn on your computer. Solution: This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology. Your computer's display contains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots on the screen might exist all the time.

External monitor problems • Problem: The external monitor is blank. Solution: To bring up the image, press Fn+F7 and select the desired monitor. If the problem persists, do the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to another computer to ensure that it works. 2. Reconnect the external monitor to your computer. 3. Refer to the manual shipped with the external monitor to check the resolutions and refresh rates that are supported. – If the external monitor supports the same resolution as the computer display or a higher resolution, view output on the external monitor or on both the external monitor and the computer display.

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– If the external monitor supports a lower resolution than the computer display, view output on the external monitor only. (If you view output on the both the computer display and the external monitor, the external monitor screen will be blank or distorted.) • Problem: You cannot set a higher resolution than the present one on your external monitor. Solution: – Ensure that monitor information is correct. Do the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, click the Detect button. 2. Click the icon for the desired monitor (the Monitor-2 icon is for the external monitor). 3. Click Advanced Settings. 4. Click the Adapter tab. 5. Ensure that the correct device driver name is shown in the adapter information window. Note: The device driver name depends on the video chip that has been installed on your computer. 6. Click OK. If the information is incorrect, reinstall the device driver. – Check the monitor type and, if necessary, update the driver by doing the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 2. Turn on the external monitor and the computer. 3. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, click the Detect button. 4. Click the icon for the desired monitor (the Monitor-2 icon is for the external monitor). 5. Click Advanced Settings. 6. Click the Monitor tab. Check the monitor information window to ensure that the monitor type is correct. If it is, click OK to close the window; otherwise do the following. 7. If more than one monitor type is displayed, select Generic PnP Monitor or Generic Non-PnP Monitor. 8. Click Properties. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. 9. Click the Driver tab. 10. Click Update Driver. 11. Click Browse my computer for driver software, and then click Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer. 12. Clear the Show compatible hardware check box. 13. Select Manufacturer and Model for your monitor. 14. After updating the driver, click Close. 15. Set Resolution. Note: To change the color settings, select the Monitor tab, then set Colors. 16. Click OK. • Problem: The screen is unreadable or distorted.

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Solution: Ensure that: – The monitor information is correct. (Refer to the “Solution” for setting a higher resolution on the external monitor.) – The appropriate monitor type is selected. (Refer to the “Solution” for setting a higher resolution on the external monitor.) Ensure that an appropriate refresh rate is selected by doing the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 2. Turn on the external monitor and the computer. 3. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, click the Detect button. 4. Click the icon for the desired monitor (the Monitor-2 icon is for the external monitor). 5. Click Advanced Settings. 6. Click the Monitor tab. 7. Select the correct screen refresh rate. • Problem: Wrong characters appear on the screen. Solution: Did you follow the correct procedure in installing the operating system or application program? If you did, have the external monitor serviced. • Problem: The Extend desktop function does not work. Solution: Enable the Extend desktop function by doing the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 2. Turn on the external monitor and the computer. 3. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. 4. Click the Monitor-2 icon. 5. Select Extend these displays for Multiple displays. 6. Click the Monitor-1 icon (for the primary display, the computer display). 7. Select the Resolution of the primary display. 8. Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the external monitor). 9. Select the Resolution of the secondary display. 10. Set the relative position of the each monitor by dragging its icon. You can set the monitors in any relative position, but the icons must touch each other. 11. Click OK to apply the changes. Note: To change the color settings, right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution. Click Advanced Settings, select the Monitor tab, then set Colors. • Problem: Display switching does not work. Solution: If you use the Extend desktop function, disable it, and change the display output location. If a DVD movie or a video clip is playing, stop the playback, close the application, and then change the display output location. • Problem: If you use the Extend desktop function, you cannot set a higher resolution or higher refresh rate on the secondary display. Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems

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Solution: Change the resolution depth to lower settings for the primary display. Refer to the “Solution” for “The Extend desktop function does not work” above. • Problem: The screen position on the external monitor is incorrect when that monitor is set for a high resolution. Solution: Sometimes, when you use a high resolution such as 1600x1200, the image is shifted to left or right on the screen. To correct this, first ensure that your external monitor supports the display mode, that is, the resolution and the refresh rate, that you have set. If it does not, set a display mode that the monitor supports. If it does support the display mode you have set, go to the setup menu for the monitor itself and adjust the settings there. Usually the external monitor has buttons for access to the setup menu. For details, see the documentation that comes with the computer.

Audio problems • Problem: Wave or MIDI sound does not play correctly. Solution: Ensure the built-in audio device is configured correctly by doing the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Device Manager. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. 4. Double-click Sound, video and game controllers. 5. Ensure the following device is enabled and configured correctly: – Realtek High Definition Audio • Problem: Recordings made by using the Microphone input are not loud enough. Solution: Ensure that Microphone Boost is turned on and set by doing the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound 3. Click Sound. 4. Click the Recording tab in the Sound window. 5. Select Microphone, and click the Properties button. 6. Click the Levels tab, and move the Microphone Boost slider upwards. 7. Click OK. Notes: – The names of windows or fields are slightly different depending on the operating system you use. – For details about controlling volume, refer to your Windows online help. • Problem: A volume or balance slider cannot be moved. Solution: The slider might be grayed out. This means that its position is fixed by the hardware and cannot be changed. • Problem: The volume sliders do not stay in place when some audio applications are used. Solution: It is normal for the sliders to change position when certain sound applications are used. The applications are aware of the Volume Mixer window and are allowed to change the settings themselves. An example is the Windows Media Player. Usually the application has sliders available to control the sound from within the application.

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• Problem: The balance slider cannot completely mute one channel. Solution: The control is designed to compensate for minor differences in balance and does not completely mute either channel. • Problem: There is no volume control for MIDI sound on the Volume Mixer window. Solution: Use the hardware volume control. • Problem: The sound cannot be turned off completely even if you set the Master volume control at minimum. Solution: You can still hear some sound even though you have set the Master volume control at minimum. To turn off the sound completely, go to the Master volume control and select Mute speakers. • Problem: When you connect a headphone to your computer while playing sound, a speaker does not produce sound in the MULTI-STREAM mode at Realtek HD Audio Manager. Solution: Once the headphone is attached, the streaming is automatically redirected to it. If you want to listen to sound from the speakers again, be sure to set those speakers as the default device. The procedure is as follows: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel ➙ All Control Panel Items 2. Click the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon. The Realtek HD Audio Manager window opens. 3. Look at the playback devices. If you have attached a headphone, the headphone will be automatically set as the default device, and the icon for that headphone will be checked. 4. To set a different device as the default, just double-click the icon for those speakers. That icon will now have a check mark. 5. Play any sound by use of a music program such as Windows Media Player. Ensure that sound comes from the speakers. For details, refer to the help information system for Realtek HD Audio Manager.

Fingerprint reader problems • Problem: The surface of the reader is dirty, stained, or wet. Solution: Gently clean the surface of the reader with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. • Problem: The reader often fails to enroll or authenticate your fingerprint. Solution: If the surface of the reader is dirty, stained, or wet, gently clean the surface of the reader with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. For tips on how to maintain the fingerprint reader, refer to “Maintaining the fingerprint reader” on page 55.

Battery and power problems This section tells what to do if you have battery and power problems.

Battery problems • Problem: The battery pack cannot be fully charged in the standard charge time when the computer is powered off. Solution: The battery pack might be over-discharged. Do the following: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Ensure that the over-discharged battery pack is in the computer. 3. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer and let it charge. If a quick charger is available, use it to charge the over-discharged battery pack.

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If the battery pack cannot be fully charged in 24 hours, use a new battery pack. • Problem: Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty, or your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. Solution: Discharge and recharge the battery pack. • Problem: The operating time for a fully charged battery pack is short. Solution: Discharge and recharge the battery pack. If your battery operating time is still short, use a new battery pack. • Problem: The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery pack. Solution: The surge protector in the battery pack might be active. Turn off the computer for one minute to reset the protector; then turn on the computer again. • Problem: The battery pack cannot be charged. Solution: You cannot charge the battery when it is too hot. If the battery feels hot, remove it from the computer and allow it to cool to room temperature. After it cools, reinstall it and recharge the battery. If it still cannot be charged, have it serviced.

An ac power adapter problem Problem: The ac power adapter is connected to the computer and the working electrical outlet, but the power adapter (power plug) icon is not displayed on the taskbar. Also the ac power indicator does not light up. Solution: Do the following: 1. Ensure that the connection of the ac power adapter is correct. For instructions on connecting the ac power adapter, see Safty, Warranty and Setup Guide that comes with your computer. 2. If the connection of the ac power adapter is correct, turn off the computer, then disconnect the ac power adapter and remove the main battery. 3. Reinstall the battery and reconnect the ac power adapter, then turn on the computer. 4. If the power adapter icon still is not displayed on the taskbar and the ac power indicator does not light up, have the ac power adapter and your computer serviced. Note: To display the power adapter (power plug) icon, click Show hidden icons on the taskbar.

Power problems Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later. If your computer is getting no power at all, check the following items: 1. Verify the power button. Refer to “System-status indicators” on page 8. The power button is illuminated whenever the computer is on. It is not illuminated in sleep or hibernation mode. 2. Check all power connections. Remove any power strips and surge protectors to connect the ac power adapter directly to the ac power outlet. 3. Inspect the ac power adapter. Check for any physical damage, and ensure that the power cable is firmly attached to the adapter brick and the computer. 4. Verify the ac power source is working by attaching another device to the outlet. 5. Remove the computer from the docking station or port replicator. 6. Remove all devices and then test for system power with minimal devices attached. a. Disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. b. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over.

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c. Remove the battery, memory module, Mini PCI ExpressCards, optical disk drive, hard disk drive or solid state drive or mSATA solid state drive. See Chapter 6 “Replacing devices” on page 65. d. Wait for 30 seconds, and then reinstall the SO-DIMM and the known good battery or the ac power adapter to test the computer with minimal devices attached first. e. Reinstall each device one at a time that you have removed in the earlier steps. If your computer does not run on battery power, check the following items: 1. Remove and reseat the battery to ensure that it is properly connected. Refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 2. Swap batteries with another similar model, if available. If another similar ThinkPad model is available, then verify that the battery pack works in the other computer and that the battery pack for the other model works in this computer. 3. Verify the battery-status indicator. Refer to “Power status indicators” on page 8. The battery-status indicator is normally illuminated whenever the battery is installed and the computer is on, or the ac power adapter is connected and the battery is charging. This indicator may be blinking or solid in either orange or green color depending on the status of the battery.

A power button problem Problem: The system does not respond, and you cannot turn off the computer. Solution: Turn off the computer by pressing and holding the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the system is still not reset, remove the ac power adapter and the battery.

Boot problems Print these instructions now and keep them with your computer for reference later. If you receive an error message before the operating system loads, follow the appropriate corrective actions for POST error messages. If you receive an error message while the operating system is loading the desktop configuration after the POST is completed, check the following items: 1. Go to the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support and search for the error message. 2. Go to the Microsoft Knowledge Base homepage at http://support.microsoft.com/ and search for the error message.

Sleep and hibernation problems • Problem: The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. Solution: If the processor overheats, the computer automatically enter sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to protect the processor and other internal components. Check the settings for sleep mode, using Power Manager. • Problem: The computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator turns on) immediately after Power-on self-test. Solution: Ensure that: – The battery is charged. – The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. Refer to “Operating environment” on page 14. If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced.

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• Problem: The “critical low-battery error” message appears, and the computer immediately turns off. Solution: The battery power is getting low. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer and plug it into an electrical outlet, or replace the battery with a charged one. • Problem: The computer display remains blank after you press Fn to return from sleep mode. Solution: Check whether an external monitor was disconnected or turned off while the computer was in sleep mode. If you disconnected or turned off the external monitor, connect it or turn it on before resuming the computer from the sleep mode. When resuming the computer from the sleep mode without attaching the external monitor or turning it on, and the computer display remains blank, press Fn+F7 to bring up the computer display. • Problem: The computer does not return from sleep mode, or the sleep indicator stays on and the computer does not work. Solution: If the system does not return from sleep mode, it may have entered sleep or hibernation mode automatically because the battery is depleted. Check the sleep indicator. – If the sleep indicator is on, your computer is in sleep mode. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer, then press Fn. – If the sleep indicator is off, your computer is in hibernation mode or power-off state. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer, then press the power button to resume operation. If the system still does not return from sleep mode, your system may stop responding and you may not be able to turn off the computer. In this case, you need to reset the computer. If you have not saved your data, it may be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the system is still not reset, remove the ac power adapter and the battery. • Problem: Your computer does not enter sleep or hibernation mode. Solution: Check whether any option has been selected to disable your computer from entering sleep or hibernation mode. If your computer tries to enter sleep mode but the request is rejected, the device in the USB connector might be disabled. If this occurs, do a hot-unplug-and-plug operation for the USB device. • Problem: The battery discharges slightly while the computer is in hibernation mode. Solution: If the wakeup function is enabled, the computer consumes small amount of power. This is not a defect. For details, refer to “Understanding the power-saving modes” on page 29.

Problems with drives and other storage devices This section includes hard disk drive problems and optical drive problems.

Hard disk drive problems • Problem: The hard disk drive makes a rattling noise intermittently. Solution: The rattling noise might be heard: – When the hard disk drive begins or finishes getting access to data. – When you carry the hard disk drive. –

When you carry your computer.

This is a normal characteristic of a hard disk drive and is not a defect. • Problem: The hard disk drive does not work.

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Solution: In the Boot menu in the ThinkPad Setup, ensure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot priority order list. If it is included in the Excluded from boot order list, it is disabled. Select the entry for it in the list and press the x key. This moves the entry to the Boot priority order list. • Problem: After setting a hard disk password on the hard disk drive of the computer, you moved the drive to another computer. Now you cannot unlock the hard disk password. Solution: Your computer supports an enhanced password algorithm. Computers older than yours may not support such a security function.

A solid state drive problem Problem: When you compress files or folders by use of the data compression function in Windows, and then decompress them, the process of writing to or reading from the files or folders is slow. Solution: Apply the disk defragmentation tool in Windows for faster access to the data.

Optical drive problems • Problem: The optical drive, such as a CD, DVD, or CD-RW drive, does not work. Solution: Ensure that the computer is turned on and a CD, DVD, or CD-RW is properly loaded on the center pivot of the drive. (You should hear a click.) Ensure that the drive connector is firmly connected to the computer. If you use an option that has a bay for installing the drive, ensure that the option is firmly connected to the computer and works properly. Ensure that the drive tray is firmly closed. Ensure that the device drivers are correctly installed. • Problem: You hear a noise from the drive when the CD, DVD, or CD-RW is spinning. Solution: If the disc is not properly loaded on the center pivot of the drive, it may rub against the drive cover and make a noise. Ensure that the disc is loaded properly in the drive. • Problem: The disc tray of the optical drive does not come out at once when you press the eject button. Solution: The empty disc tray may not come out as quickly as you expect, but the delay is normal. When no disc is in the optical drive, the drive is automatically turned off to save energy. Then, when you press the eject button, it takes a little while to turn on the optical drive and pull out the disc tray. If you need to pull out the tray immediately, press the eject button again. • Problem: The tray does not open even if you press the eject button. Solution: When your computer is not turned on, pressing the eject button does not cause the drive tray to open. Ensure that the computer is turned on and that the drive connector is firmly connected to the computer. If the tray still does not open, ensure that the computer is running, and insert the end of a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole. The tray will open. • Problem: An optical medium, such as a CD, a DVD, or a CD-RW, cannot be read. Solution: Ensure that the disc is not dirty. If it is, clean it with a cleaner kit. Test another disc. If the computer can read the other disc, the first one might be defective. Ensure that the disc is loaded on the center pivot of the drive with the label side up. (You should hear a click.) Ensure that the format of the disc is in one of the following formats: – Music CD – CD-ROM or CD-ROM XA

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– Multisession photo CD – Video CD – DVD-ROM (DVD-video) • Problem: The computer cannot play a CD, or the sound quality is not good. Solution: Ensure that the disk meets the standards for your country. Usually, a disk that meets the local standards is marked with a CD logo on the label. If you use a disc that does not meet these standards, we cannot guarantee that it will play, or that, if it does play, the sound quality will be good.

A software problem Problem: An application does not run correctly. Solution: Ensure that the problem is not being caused by the application. Check that your computer has the minimum required memory to run the application. Refer to the manuals supplied with the application. Check the following: • The application is designed to operate with your operating system. • Other applications run correctly on your computer. • The necessary device drivers are installed. • The application works when it is run on some other computer. If an error message appears while you are using the application program, refer to the manuals supplied with the application. If the application still does not run correctly, contact your place of purchase or a service representative for help.

Problems with ports and connectors The following are the most common problems with ports and connectors.

A USB problem Problem: A device connected to the USB connector does not work. Solution: Open the Device Manager window. Ensure that the USB device setup is correct, and that the assignment of computer resource and the installation of the device driver are correct by doing the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound. 3. Click Device Manager. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Refer to “Diagnosing problems” on page 127 and run a diagnostic test of the USB connector.

Docking station or port replicator problems • Problem: The computer does not start when you try to turn it on, and does not respond when you try to resume operation. Solution: Ensure that:

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– The ac power adapter is connected to the port replicator. – The computer is securely attached to the port replicator. • Problem: Some functions of the port replicator do not work. Solution: Ensure that: – The ac power adapter is connected to the port replicator. – The computer is securely attached to the port replicator. – The port replicator attached to your computer is a ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, a ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3, a ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3, a Port Replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0, a Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0, or a Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0.

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Chapter 11. Getting support This chapter provides information about getting help and support from Lenovo. •

“Before you contact Lenovo” on page 147

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“Getting help and service” on page 147

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“Purchasing additional services” on page 149

Before you contact Lenovo Often, you can solve your computer problems by referring to the information in the explanations of error codes, running diagnostic programs, or by consulting the ThinkPad Web site.

Register your computer To register your ThinkPad products with Lenovo at http://www.lenovo.com/register. For more information about registering your computer, see “Register your computer” on page 19.

Download system updates Downloading updated software might resolve problems you experience with your computer. To download updated software, go to following Web site and follow the instructions on the screen: http://www.lenovo.com/support

Record information Before you talk to a Lenovo representative, record the following important information about your computer. Record problem symptoms and details Collect the answers to the questions below before you call for help. Then, you will be able to get help as quickly as possible. • What is the problem? Is it continuous or intermittent? • Is there an error message that appears? What is the error code, if any? • What operating system are you using? Which version? • Which software applications were running at the time of the problem? • Can the problem be reproduced? If so, how? Record system information The serial number label is on the bottom of your computer. Record the machine type and the serial number. • What is the name of your Lenovo product? • What is the machine type? • What is the serial number?

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about where to go for additional information about Lenovo and our products, what to do if you experience a problem with your computer, and whom to call for service should it be necessary. Information about your computer and preinstalled software, if any, is available in the documentation that comes with your computer. That documentation includes printed books, online books, readme files, and help files. In addition, information about Lenovo products is available on the World Wide Web. Microsoft Service Packs are the latest software source for Windows product updates. They are available through Web download (connection charges might apply) or through disc. For more specific information and links, please go to http://www.microsoft.com. Lenovo offers Up and Running technical assistance with installation of, or questions related to, Service Packs for your Lenovo-preloaded Microsoft Windows product. For information, please contact the Customer Support Center.

Using diagnostic programs Many computer problems can be solved without outside assistance. If you experience a problem with your computer, the first place to start is the troubleshooting information of your computer documentation. If you suspect a software problem, see the documentation, including readme files and help information systems that comes with the operating system or application program. ThinkPad notebook computers come with a set of diagnostic programs that you can use to help you identify hardware problems. See “Diagnosing problems” on page 127 for instructions on using the diagnostic programs. The troubleshooting information or the diagnostic programs might tell you that you need additional or updated device drivers or other software. You can get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates from the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support.

Lenovo Support Web site Technical support information is available on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support This Web site is updated with the latest support information such as the following: • Drivers and software • Diagnostic solutions • Product and service warranty • Product and parts details • User guides and manuals • Knowledge base and frequently asked questions

Calling Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty period, you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center. The following services are available during the warranty period: • Problem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem. • Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.

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• Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your hardware. The following items are not covered: • Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or nonwarranted parts • • • • •

Note: All warranted parts contain a 7-character identification in the format FRU XXXXXXX. Identification of software problem sources Configuration of UEFI BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) Installation and maintenance of application programs

For the terms and conditions of the Lenovo Limited Warranty that applies to your Lenovo hardware product, refer to the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that came with your computer. If possible, be near your computer when you make your call in case the technical assistance representative needs to help you resolve a computer problem. Please ensure that you have downloaded the most current drivers and system updates, run diagnostics, and recorded information before you call. When calling for technical assistance, please have the following information available: • Machine Type and Model • Serial numbers of your computer, monitor, and other components, or your proof of purchase • Description of the problem • Exact wording of any error messages • Hardware and software configuration information for your system Telephone numbers For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone or refer to the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that comes with your computer. Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. The latest phone numbers are available at http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. If the number for your country or region is not provided, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.

Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for Lenovo and non-Lenovo hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and configuration service; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installations service. Service availability and service name might vary by country. For more information about these services, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html

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Appendix A. Regulatory information This section introduces regulatory information for users.

Wireless related information Wireless interoperability The Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on DSSS, CCK, and/or OFDM radio technology, and is compliant to: • The 802.11b/g Standard, 802.11a/b/g or 802.11n draft 2.0 on Wireless LANs, as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. • The WiFi certification as defined by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Your Bluetooth card is compliant with Bluetooth Specification 4.0 as defined by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group SIG. It supports the following profiles: • Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP) • Audio/Video Control Transport Protocol (AVCTP) • Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP) • A/V Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) • Basic Imaging Profile (BIP) • Basic Printing Profile (BPP) • Dial-Up Networking Profile (DUN) • File Transfer Profile (FTP) • Generic Access Profile (GAP) • Generic A/V Distribution Profile (GAVDP) • Hardcopy Cable Replacement Profile (HCRP) • Headset Profile (HSP) • Hands-Free Profile (HFP) • Human Interface Device Profile (HID) • Message Access Profile (MAP) • Object Exchange Protocol (OBEX) • Object Push Profile (OPP) • Personal Area Networking Profile (PAN) • Phone Book Access Profile (PBAP) • Service Discovery Protocol (SDP) • Synchronization Profile (SYNC) • Video Distribution Profile (VDP) • Generic Attribute Profile (GATT) • Proximity Profile • Find Me Profile • Immediate Alert Profile

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• Battery Status Profile Usage environment and your health Integrated wireless cards emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy like other radio devices. However, the level of energy emitted is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. Due to the fact that integrated wireless cards operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes they are safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature. In some situation or environment, the use of integrated wireless cards might be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization. These situations and areas might for example include: • Using the integrated wireless cards on board of airplanes, in hospitals or near petrol stations, blasting areas (with electro-explosive devices), medical implants or body-worn electronic medical devices, such as pace makers. • In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of wireless devices in a specific organization (such as airport or hospital), you are encouraged to ask for authorization to use integrated wireless cards prior to turning on the computer.

Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas ThinkPad models feature an integrated diversity antenna system built into the display for optimal reception, enabling wireless communication wherever you are. The following shows the location of each built-in wireless antenna.

Wireless LAN and WiMAX combo antenna (Main)

The main antenna connected to the wireless LAN or WiMAX feature is located at the top left corner of the computer display. 2

Wireless WAN antenna (Auxiliary)

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If your computer comes with a wireless WAN feature, its auxiliary transmitter antenna is located at the top left side of the computer display. 3

Wireless WAN antenna (Main)

If your computer comes with a wireless WAN feature, its main transmitter antenna is located at the top right side of the computer display. 4

Wireless LAN and WiMAX combo antenna (Auxiliary)

The auxiliary antenna connected to the wireless LAN or WiMAX feature is located at the top right corner of the computer display.

Locating wireless regulatory notices For more information about the wireless regulatory notices, refer to the ThinkPad Regulatory Notice shipped with your computer. If your computer is shipped without the ThinkPad Regulatory Notice, you can find it on the Web site http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadUserGuides.

Export classification notice This product is subject to the United States Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and has an Export Classification Control Number (ECCN) of 4A994.b. It can be re-exported except to any of the embargoed countries in the EAR E1 country list.

Electronic emission notices The following information refers to the ThinkPad L430 and L530, machine type 2464, 2465, 2466, 2468, 2469, 2475, 2478, 2479, 2481, and 2485.

Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than specified or recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Responsible Party: Lenovo (United States) Incorporated 1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NC 27560 Phone Number: 919-294-5900

Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommended modification of the product, including the installation of option cards from other manufacturers. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022. The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication devices.

German Class B compliance statement Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis: Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse B EU-Richtlinie zur Elektromagnetischen Verträglichkeit Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG (früher 89/336/EWG) zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit in den EU-Mitgliedsstaaten und hält die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse B ein. Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der Lenovo verändert bzw. wenn Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne Empfehlung der Lenovo gesteckt/eingebaut werden. Deutschland: Einhaltung des Gesetzes über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln Dieses Produkt entspricht dem „Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln“ EMVG (früher „Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten“). Dies ist die Umsetzung der EU-Richtlinie 2004/108/EG (früher 89/336/EWG) in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Zulassungsbescheinigung laut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln, EMVG vom 20. Juli 2007 (früher Gesetz über die elektromagnetische

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Verträglichkeit von Geräten), bzw. der EMV EG Richtlinie 2004/108/EC (früher 89/336/EWG), für Geräte der Klasse B. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse B.

Korea Class B compliance statement

Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement

Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase

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Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Lenovo encourages owners of information technology equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. Information on product recycling offerings can be found on Lenovo's Internet site at http://www.lenovo.com/social_responsibility/us/en/.

EU WEEE statements

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU) and Norway. Appliances are labeled in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). The Directive determines the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the European Union. This label is applied to various products to indicate that the product is not to be thrown away, but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive. Users of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) with the WEEE marking per Annex IV of the WEEE Directive must not dispose of end of life EEE as unsorted municipal waste, but use the collection framework available to them for the return, recycle, recovery of WEEE and minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances. For additional WEEE information go to: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling.

Japan recycling statements Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources. Computers and monitors are categorized as industrial waste and should be properly disposed of by an industrial waste disposal contractor certified by a local government. In accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources, Lenovo Japan provides, through its PC Collecting and Recycling Services, for the collecting, reuse, and recycling of disused computers and monitors. For details, visit the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/services_warranty/jp/ja/recycle/pcrecycle/. Pursuant to the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources, the collecting and recycling of home-used computers and monitors by the manufacturer was begun on October 1, 2003. This service is provided free of charge for home-used computers sold after October 1, 2003. For details, go to http://www.lenovo.com/services_warranty/jp/ja/recycle/personal/.

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Disposing of a Lenovo computer components Some Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have components that contain heavy metals or other environmental sensitive substances. To properly dispose of disused components, such as a printed circuit board or drive, use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor. Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers A button-shaped lithium battery is installed on the system board of your Lenovo computer to provide power to the computer clock while the computer is off or disconnected from the main power source. If you want to replace it with a new one, contact your place of purchase or ask for a repair service provided by Lenovo. If you have replaced it by yourself and want to dispose of the disused lithium battery, insulate it with vinyl tape, contact your place of purchase, and follow their instructions. If you use a Lenovo computer at home and need to dispose of a lithium battery, you must comply with local ordinances and regulations. Disposing of a disused battery pack from Lenovo notebook computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery pack. If you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a battery pack, contact the proper person in Lenovo sales, service, or marketing, and follow that person's instructions. You also can refer to the instructions at http://www.lenovo.com/jp/ja/environment/recycle/battery/. If you use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispose of a battery pack, you must comply with local ordinances and regulations. You also can refer to the instructions at http://www.lenovo.com/jp/ja/environment/recycle/battery/.

Recycling information for Brazil Declarações de Reciclagem no Brasil Descarte de um Produto Lenovo Fora de Uso Equipamentos elétricos e eletrônicos não devem ser descartados em lixo comum, mas enviados à pontos de coleta, autorizados pelo fabricante do produto para que sejam encaminhados e processados por empresas especializadas no manuseio de resíduos industriais, devidamente certificadas pelos orgãos ambientais, de acordo com a legislação local. A Lenovo possui um canal específico para auxiliá-lo no descarte desses produtos. Caso você possua um produto Lenovo em situação de descarte, ligue para o nosso SAC ou encaminhe um e-mail para: [emailprotected], informando o modelo, número de série e cidade, a fim de enviarmos as instruções para o correto descarte do seu produto Lenovo.

Battery recycling information for the European Union

Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU). Batteries or packaging for batteries are labeled in accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC concerning batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators. The Directive determines the

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framework for the return and recycling of used batteries and accumulators as applicable throughout the European Union. This label is applied to various batteries to indicate that the battery is not to be thrown away, but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive. In accordance with the European Directive 2006/66/EC, batteries and accumulators are labeled to indicate that they are to be collected separately and recycled at end of life. The label on the battery may also include a chemical symbol for the metal concerned in the battery (Pb for lead, Hg for mercury, and Cd for cadmium). Users of batteries and accumulators must not dispose of batteries and accumulators as unsorted municipal waste, but use the collection framework available to customers for the return, recycling, and treatment of batteries and accumulators. Customer participation is important to minimize any potential effects of batteries and accumulators on the environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous substances. For proper collection and treatment, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/recycling

Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada

Battery recycling information for Taiwan

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Appendix C. ENERGY STAR model information

ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed at saving money and protecting the environment through energy efficient products and practices. Lenovo is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR qualified designation. Lenovo computers of the following machine type, if the ENERGY STAR mark is affixed, have been designed and tested to conform to the ENERGY STAR program requirements for computers. 2464, 2465, 2466, 2468, 2469, 2475, 2478, 2479, 2481, and 2485 By using ENERGY STAR qualified products and taking advantage of the power-management features of your computer, you can help reduce the consumption of electricity. Reduced electrical consumption can contribute to potential financial savings, a cleaner environment, and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to: http://www.energystar.gov Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to take effect when your computer has been inactive for a specified length of time: Power plan: Energy Saver (settings when plugged into ac power) • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes • Put the computer into sleep: After 20 minutes • Advanced power settings: – Turn off hard disks: After 15 minutes – Hibernate: Never

To awaken your computer from sleep mode, press the Fn key on your keyboard. For more information about these settings, see the Windows Help and Support information on your computer. The Wake on LAN function is enabled when your Lenovo computer is shipped from the factory, and the setting remains valid even when the computer is in sleep mode. If you do not need to have Wake on LAN enabled while your computer is in sleep mode, you can reduce the power consumption and prolong the time in sleep mode, by disabling the setting of Wake on LAN for sleep mode. To disable the setting of Wake on LAN for sleep mode, do the following: 1. Click Start ➙ Control panel. 2. Click Hardware and Sound ➙ Device Manager. 3. In the Device Manager window, expand Network adapters. 4. Right-click your network adapter device, and click Properties. © Copyright Lenovo 2012

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