Lenovo 10AB0030US User manual

ThinkCentre M93/p Tiny

User Guide

Machine Types: 10A4, 10A5, 10AA, and 10AB

Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the “Important safety information” on page v and Appendix A “Notices” on page 123.

First Edition (June 2013)

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Contents

Important safety information . . . . . .	v
Service and upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . .	v
Static electricity prevention. . . . . . . . . . .	v
Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . .	vi
Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . .	vi
Plugs and outlets. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	vii
External devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	vii
General battery notice . . . . . . . . . . . .	vii
Rechargeable battery notice . . . . . . . . .	viii
Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . . .	viii
Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . . .	ix
Modem safety information . . . . . . . . . . .	ix
Laser compliance statement . . . . . . . . . .	x
Power supply statement . . . . . . . . . . . .	x
Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .	x
Additional important information. . . . . . . . .	x

Chapter 1. Product overview . . . . . .	1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4
Lenovo programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
7 operating system . . . . . . . . . . . .	4
Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows
8 operating system . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
An introduction to Lenovo programs . . . . .	6
Locations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Locating connectors, controls, and indicators
on the front of your computer . . . . . . . .	9
Locating connectors on the rear of your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
Locating components . . . . . . . . . .	12
Locating parts on the system board . . . .	13
Machine type and model label. . . . . . .	15

Chapter 2. Using your computer . . .	17
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . .	17
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8
operating system. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	17
Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
Using Windows shortcut keys . . . . . . .	18
Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . .	18
Using a fingerprint reader . . . . . . . .	18
Using the wheel mouse . . . . . . . . . . .	19
Adjusting audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	19
About your computer audio . . . . . . . .	19
Setting the volume from the desktop . . . .	19
Setting the volume from Control Panel . . .	20

Using CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . .	20
Handling and storing CD and DVD media . .	20
Playing a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . .	21
Recording a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . .	21

Chapter 3. You and your computer .	.	23
Accessibility and comfort . . . . . . . . .	.	23
Arranging your workspace . . . . . . .	.	23
Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	23
Glare and lighting . . . . . . . . . . .	.	24
Air circulation . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	24
Electrical outlets and cable lengths . . . .	.	24
Registering your computer . . . . . . . . .	.	25
Moving your computer to another country or
region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	25
Voltage-selection switch . . . . . . . .	.	25
Replacement power cords . . . . . . .	.	26

Chapter 4. Security . . . . . . . . . .	27
Security features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	27
Attaching a Kensington-style cable lock. . . . .	28
Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Windows passwords . . . . . . . . . .	29
Configuring the fingerprint reader . . . . . . .	29
Using and understanding firewalls . . . . . . .	29
Protecting data against viruses . . . . . . . .	29
Chapter 5. Installing or replacing
hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	31
Handling static-sensitive devices . . . . . . .	31
Installing or replacing hardware . . . . . . . .	31
Installing external options . . . . . . . .	31
Installing or removing the ac power adapter .	32
Installing or removing the vertical stand . . .	33
Installing or removing the VESA mount
bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	35
Installing or removing the ac power adapter
bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	37
Replacing the optical drive . . . . . . . .	39
Replacing the secondary hard disk drive. . .	44
Installing or removing the I/O box . . . . .	50
Removing the computer cover. . . . . . .	53
Installing or removing the hard disk drive
assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55
Installing or replacing a memory module . . .	57
Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . .	58
Replacing the power switch board . . . . .	60

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Replacing the Wi-Fi card module. . . . . .	61
Installing or removing the front Wi-Fi
antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	63
Installing or removing the rear Wi-Fi antenna .	65
Replacing the internal speaker. . . . . . .	66
Replacing the cover presence switch . . . .	69
Replacing the system fan. . . . . . . . .	71
Replacing the thermal module . . . . . . .	73
Replacing the microprocessor . . . . . . .	75
Replacing the keyboard or mouse . . . . .	77
Completing the parts replacement . . . . .	78

Chapter 6. Recovery information . . .	81
Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	81
Creating and using recovery media . . . . .	81
Performing backup and recovery operations .	82
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace .	83
Creating and using a rescue medium . . . .	84
Reinstalling preinstalled applications and
device drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85
Reinstalling software programs . . . . . .	86
Reinstalling device drivers . . . . . . . .	86
Solving recovery problems . . . . . . . .	86
Recovery information for the Windows 8 operating
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	87
Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility
program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	89
Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .	89
Viewing and changing settings . . . . . . . .	89
Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	89
Password considerations . . . . . . . . .	90
Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . .	90
Administrator Password . . . . . . . . .	90
Hard Disk Password. . . . . . . . . . .	90
Setting, changing, and deleting a password .	90
Erasing lost or forgotten passwords (clearing
CMOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	91
Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . . .	91
Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . . . .	92
Selecting a temporary startup device . . . .	92
Selecting or changing the startup device
sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	92
Enabling ErP compliance mode . . . . . . . .	92
ICE performance mode . . . . . . . . . . .	93
ICE thermal alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	93
Exiting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .	94
Chapter 8. Updating system
programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	95
Using system programs . . . . . . . . . . .	95

Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc . . . .	95
Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	96
Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure . .	96

Chapter 9. Preventing problems . . .	97
Keeping your computer current . . . . . . . .	97
Getting the latest device drivers for your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	97
Updating your operating system . . . . . .	97
Using System Update . . . . . . . . . .	98
Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . .	98
Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	98
Cleaning your computer . . . . . . . . .	99
Good maintenance practices . . . . . . .	100
Moving your computer . . . . . . . . . . .	100
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and
diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . .	101
Troubleshooting procedure . . . . . . . . . .	102
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	102
Audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . .	103
CD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .	104
DVD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .	105
Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . .	107
Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device
problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	107
Monitor problems. . . . . . . . . . . .	109
Networking problems . . . . . . . . . .	110
Option problems . . . . . . . . . . . .	113
Performance and lockup problems . . . . .	114
Printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . .	115
Serial port problems. . . . . . . . . . .	116
Software problems . . . . . . . . . . .	116
USB problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .	117
Lenovo Solution Center . . . . . . . . . . .	118
Chapter 11. Getting information, help,
and service . . . . . . . . . . . . .	119
Information resources . . . . . . . . . . . .	119
Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools . . . . . . . .	119
Lenovo Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . .	119
Help and Support. . . . . . . . . . . .	119
Safety and Warranty. . . . . . . . . . .	119
Lenovo Web site . . . . . . . . . . . .	119
Lenovo Support Web site. . . . . . . . .	120
Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	120
Using the documentation and diagnostic
program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	120
Calling for service. . . . . . . . . . . .	120
Using other services . . . . . . . . . .	121

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Purchasing additional services . . . . . . 121

Appendix A. Notices. . . . . . . . .	123
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	124
Appendix B. Regulatory
information . . . . . . . . . . . . .	125
Export classification notice . . . . . . . . . .	125
Electronic emissions notices . . . . . . . . .	125
Federal Communications Commission
Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . .	125
Eurasian compliance mark . . . . . . . . . .	127
Additional regulatory information . . . . . . .	127
Appendix C. WEEE and recycling
information . . . . . . . . . . . . .	129
Important WEEE information . . . . . . . . .	129
Recycling information for Japan . . . . . . . .	129
Recycling information for Brazil . . . . . . . .	130

Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . . 130

Battery recycling information for the European

Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130

Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) . . . . 133

European Union RoHS . . . . . . . . . . .	133
China RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	133
Turkish RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	133
Ukraine RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	134
India RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	134

Appendix E. China Energy Label . . 135

Appendix F. ENERGY STAR model information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

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Important safety information

CAUTION:

Before using this manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safety information for this product. Refer to the information in this section and the safety information in the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide that you received with this product. Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to your product.

If you no longer have a copy of the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide, you can obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo® Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. The Lenovo Support Web site also provides the Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide and this User Guide in additional languages.

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 sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source. For more information on CRUs, refer to Chapter 5 “Installing or replacing hardware” on page 31. 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.

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

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or 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 in 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.

Power cords and power adapters

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 cord 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.

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 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.

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Plugs and outlets

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.

External devices

Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than Universal Serial Bus (USB) and 1394 cables 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.

General battery notice

DANGER

Personal computers manufactured by Lenovo might contain a coin cell battery and a rechargeable battery pack to the system. 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

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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.

Heat and product ventilation

Computers, power adapters, and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Always follow these basic precautions:

•Do not leave your computer, power adapter, or accessories in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the products are functioning or when the battery is charging. Your computer, power adapter, and many accessories produce some heat during normal operation. Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or, potentially, a skin burn.

•Do not charge the battery or operate your computer, power adapter, or accessories near flammable materials or in explosive environments.

•Ventilation slots, fans, and 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.

Inspect your desktop computer for dust accumulation at least once every three months. Before inspecting your computer, turn off the power and unplug the computer's power cord from the electrical outlet; then remove any dust from vents and perforations in the bezel. If you notice external dust accumulation, then examine and remove dust from the inside of the computer including heat sink inlet fins, power supply vents, and fans. Always turn off and unplug the computer before opening the cover. If possible, avoid operating your computer within two feet of high-traffic areas. If you must operate your computer in or near a high-traffic area, inspect and, if necessary, clean your computer more frequently.

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For your safety and to maintain optimum computer performance, always follow these basic precautions with your desktop 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 store or 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).

•Do not install air filtration devices. They may interfere with proper cooling.

Operating environment

The optimal environment in which to use your computer is 10°C-35°C (50°F-95°F) with humidity ranging between 35% and 80%. If your computer is stored or transported in temperatures less than 10°C (50°F), allow the cold computer to rise slowly to an optimal operating temperature of 10°C-35°C (50°F-95°F) before use. This process could take two hours in extreme conditions. Failure to allow your computer to rise to an optimal operating temperature before use could result in irreparable damage to your computer.

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 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.

Modem safety information

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger (for example, No. 24 AWG) telecommunication line cord listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) or certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using telephone equipment, always follow basic safety precautions, such as:

•Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

•Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

•Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

•Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

•Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

•Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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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.

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.

Power supply statement

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.

Cleaning and maintenance

Keep your computer and workspace clean. Shut down the computer and then disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer. Do not spray any liquid detergent directly on the computer or use any detergent containing flammable material to clean the computer. Spray the detergent on a soft cloth and then wipe the computer surfaces.

Additional important information

CAUTION:

Do not put any object on top of the computer or the optical drive box.

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Chapter 1. Product overview

This chapter provides information about the computer features, specifications, software programs provided by Lenovo, and locations of connectors, components, parts on the system board, and internal drives.

Features

This section introduces the computer features. The information covers a variety of models.

To view the information about your specific model, do one of the following:

•Go into the Setup Utility program by following the instructions in Chapter 7 “Using the Setup Utility program” on page 89. Then, select Main System Summary to view the information.

•On the Microsoft® Windows® 7 operation system, click Start, right-click Computer, and select Properties to view the information.

•On the Microsoft Windows 8 operating system, move your cursor to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Then click Settings PC info to view the information.

Microprocessor

Your computer comes with one of the following microprocessors (internal cache size varies by model type):

•Intel® Core™ i3 microprocessor

•Intel Core i5 microprocessor

•Intel Core i7 microprocessor

•Intel Celeron® microprocessor

•Intel Pentium® microprocessor

Memory

Your computer supports up to two double data rate 3 small outline dual inline memory modules (DDR3 SODIMMs).

Drives

•External optical drive: DVD-ROM or DVD-R (optional)

•Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) hard disk drive

•Solid-state drive (optional)

Video subsystem

• Integrated graphics for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) connector and a DisplayPort connector

Audio subsystem

•Integrated high-definition (HD) audio

•Microphone connector and headphone connector on the front panel

•Internal speaker

Connectivity

• 100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller

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•Wi-Fi card module (optional)

•Wi-Fi module that supports Bluetooth (optional)

System management features

•Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results

•Desktop Management Interface (DMI)

Desktop Management Interface provides a common path for users to access information about all aspects of a computer, including processor type, installation date, attached printers and other peripherals, power sources, and maintenance history.

•ErP compliance mode

The energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode reduces the consumption of electricity when your computer is in standby or off mode. For more information, see “Enabling ErP compliance mode” on page 92.

•Intel Standard Manageability

Intel Standard Manageability is hardware and firmware technology that builds certain functionality into computers in order to make them easier and less expensive for businesses to monitor, maintain, update, upgrade, and repair.

•Intel Active Management Technology (AMT) (available on some models)

Intel Active Management Technology is hardware and firmware technology that builds certain functionality into computers in order to make them easier and less expensive for businesses to monitor, maintain, update, upgrade, and repair.

•Preboot Execution Environment (PXE)

The Preboot Execution Environment is an environment to start computers using a network interface independent of data storage devices (such as the hard disk drive) or installed operating systems.

•Intelligent Cooling Engine (ICE)

The Intelligent Cooling Engine is a system thermal management solution that enables your computer to run with better thermal and acoustic performance. The ICE function also monitors the thermal

performance of your computer to identify thermal problems. For more information, see “ICE performance mode” on page 93 and “ICE thermal alert” on page 93.

•System Management (SM) Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) and SM software

The SM BIOS specification defines data structures and access methods in a BIOS that allows a user or application to store and retrieve information specific about the computer in question.

•Wake on LAN

Wake on LAN is an Ethernet computer networking standard that allows a computer to be turned on or woken up by a network message. The message is usually sent by a program running on another computer on the same local area network.

•Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)

Windows Management Instrumentation is a set of extensions to the Windows Driver Model. It provides an operating system interface through which instrumented components provide information and notification.

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Input/Output (I/O) features

•Five Universal Serial Bus (USB) 3.0 connectors (two on the front panel and three on the rear panel)

•One DisplayPort connector

•One Ethernet connector

•One optional port (for installing a serial port, a DisplayPort connector, or a USB 2.0 connector)

•One VGA monitor connector

•Two audio connectors on the front panel (microphone connector and headset connector

For more information, see “Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer” on page 9 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 10.

Expansion

•One external optical drive box (optional, supporting an optical drive or a secondary hard disk drive)

•One hard disk drive bay

•One mini PCI Express card slot

Power adapter

Your computer comes with a 65-watt ac power adapter.

Security features

•Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware

•Cover presence switch (also called intrusion switch)

•Ability to enable or disable a device

•Ability to enable and disable USB connectors individually

•Keyboard with fingerprint reader (shipped with some models)

•Power-on password (POP), administrator password, and hard disk drive password to deter unauthorized use of your computer

•Startup sequence control

•Startup without keyboard or mouse

•Support for a Kensington-style cable lock

•Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

For more information, see Chapter 4 “Security” on page 27.

Preinstalled software programs

Your computer is preinstalled with software programs to help you work more easily and securely. For more information, see “Lenovo programs” on page 4.

Preinstalled operating system

Your computer is preinstalled with one of the following operating systems:

•Microsoft Windows 7 operating system

•Microsoft Windows 8 operating system

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Operating system(s), certified or tested for compatibility1 (varies by model type)

• Linux®

Specifications

This section lists the physical specifications for your computer.

Dimensions

Width: 179 mm (7.05 inches)

Height: 34.5 mm (1.36 inches)

Depth: 182 mm (7.17 inches)

Weight

Maximum configuration as shipped: 4.86 kg (10.71 lb) (with package)

Maximum configuration as shipped: 4.14 kg (9.13 lb) (without package)

Environment

• Air temperature:

Operating: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)

Storage in original shipping package: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)

Storage without package: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F)

• Humidity:

Operating: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)

Storage: 20% to 90% (non-condensing)

• Altitude:

Operating: -15.2 to 3 048 m (-50 to 10 000 ft)

Storage: -15.2 to 10 668 m (-50 to 35 000 ft)

Electrical input

The ac power adapter input voltage: 100 to 240 V ac

Input frequency range: 50 to 60 Hz

Lenovo programs

Your computer comes with Lenovo programs to help you work more easily and securely. Depending on the Windows operating system preinstalled, the programs might vary.

Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system

On the Windows 7 operating system, you can access Lenovo programs from either the Lenovo ThinkVantage® Tools program or from Control Panel.

Accessing Lenovo programs from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program

To access Lenovo programs from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program, click Start All Programs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools. Then double-click a program icon to access the program.

1.The operating system(s) listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press. Additional operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the publication of this manual. This list is subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested for compatibility, check the Web site of the operating system vendor.

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Note: If a program icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program navigation window is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the program manually. To install the program manually, double-click the program icon. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation process completes, the program icon will be activated.

Table 1. Programs in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program

Program	Icon name
Communications Utility	Web Conferencing
Fingerprint Software	Fingerprint Reader
Lenovo Solution Center	System Health and Diagnostics
Password Manager	Password Vault
Power Manager	Power Controls
Recovery Media	Factory Recovery Disks
Rescue and Recovery®	Enhanced Backup and Restore
SimpleTap	SimpleTap
System Update	Update and Drivers
View Management Utility	Screen Layout

Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available.

Accessing Lenovo programs from Control Panel

To access Lenovo programs from Control Panel, click Start Control Panel. Then depending on the program you want to access, click the corresponding section and then click the corresponding green text.

Note: If you do not find the program you need in Control Panel, open the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program navigation window and double-click the dimmed icon to install the program you need. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation process completes, the program icon will be activated, and you can find the program in Control Panel.

The programs and the corresponding sections and green texts in Control Panel are listed in the following table.

Table 2. Programs in Control Panel

Program	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
Lenovo Solution Center	System and Security	Lenovo - System Health and
		Diagnostics
Password Manager	System and Security	Lenovo - Password Vault
	User Accounts and Family Safety
Power Manager	Hardware and Sound	Lenovo - Power Controls
	System and Security
Recovery Media	System and Security	Lenovo - Factory Recovery Disks
Rescue and Recovery	System and Security	Lenovo - Enhanced Backup and
		Restore
SimpleTap	Programs	Lenovo’s SimpleTap

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Table 2. Programs in Control Panel (continued)

Program	Control Panel section	Green text in Control Panel
System Update	System and Security	Lenovo - Update and Drivers
View Management Utility	System and Security	Lenovo View Management Utility

Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available.

Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system

If your computer is preinstalled with the Windows 8 operating system, you can access Lenovo programs by doing either of the following:

•Click the Lenovo QuickLaunch icon from the taskbar. A list of programs is displayed. Double-click a Lenovo program to launch it. If a desired program is not in the list, click the plus icon +.

•Press the Windows key to go to the Start screen. Click a Lenovo program to launch it. If you cannot find the program you need, move the pointer to the bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Then click the Search charm to search for the desired program.

Your computer supports the following Lenovo programs:

•Fingerprint Software

•Lenovo Companion

•Lenovo QuickLaunch

•Lenovo QuickSnip

•Lenovo Settings

•Lenovo Solution Center

•Lenovo Support

•Password Manager

•System Update

An introduction to Lenovo programs

This topic provides a brief introduction to some Lenovo programs.

Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available.

•Communications Utility

The Communications Utility program provides a central location for integrated camera and microphone settings. It controls advanced settings for the integrated microphone and camera to optimize Web conferencing and Voice over IP (VOIP) experience.

•Fingerprint Software

The integrated fingerprint reader provided on some keyboards enables you to enroll your fingerprint and associate it with your power-on password, hard disk password, and Windows password. As a result, fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access. A fingerprint reader keyboard is available with select computers or can be purchased for computers that support this option.

•Lenovo Cloud Storage

The Lenovo Cloud Storage program is a cloud storage solution that enables you to store your files, such as documents and pictures, on a server. You can access the stored files through the Internet from

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different devices such as personal computers, smart phones, or tablets. For more information about the Lenovo Cloud Storage program, go to http://www.lenovo.com/cloud.

•Lenovo Companion

Through the Lenovo Companion program, you can get the information about the accessories for your computer, view blogs and articles about your computer, and check for other recommended programs.

•Lenovo QuickLaunch

The Lenovo QuickLaunch program provides you with quick access to programs installed on your computer, including Lenovo programs, Microsoft programs, and other third party programs.

•Lenovo QuickSnip

The Lenovo QuickSnip program provides you with a quick and easy way to capture and share your experience. It enables you to grab a screenshot, snip and save the screenshot, and use it in other applications.

•Lenovo Settings

Use the Lenovo Settings program to enhance your computing experience by turning your computer into a portable hotspot, configuring camera and audio settings, optimizing your power plan settings, and creating and managing multiple network profiles.

•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 Support

The Lenovo Support program enables you to register your computer with Lenovo, check the computer health condition and battery status, download and view user manuals for your computer, get the warranty information of your computer, and explore help and support information.

•Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools

The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program guides you to a host of information sources and provides easy access to various tools to help you work more easily and securely.

•Lenovo Welcome

The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built-in features of Lenovo and guides you through a few important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer.

•Password Manager

The Password Manager program automatically captures and fills in authentication information for Windows programs 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.

•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.

•SimpleTap

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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 blue ThinkVantage button if your keyboard has one.

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/support.

•System Update

The System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date by downloading and installing software update packages (Lenovo programs, device drivers, UEFI BIOS updates, and other third party programs).

•View Management Utility

The View Management Utility program enables you to easily organize your open windows. It divides your screen into multiple parts and then resizes and positions open windows into different parts to make the best use of your desktop. The program also is able to work across multiple monitors to improve your productivity.

Locations

This section provides information to help you locate the connectors on the front and rear of your computer, parts on the system board, and components and internal drives in your computer.

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Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer

Figure 1 “Front connector, control, and indicator locations” on page 9 shows the locations of the connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer.

Figure 1. Front connector, control, and indicator locations

		Power button			USB 3.0 connector (USB port 1)
	1			6
		Bluetooth activity indicator			Microphone connector
	2			7
		Wireless activity indicator			Headset connector (also known as combo audio jack)
	3			8
		Hard disk drive activity indicator			Always On USB 3.0 connector (USB port 2)
	4			9
		Power indicator
	5

Notes:

•

Indicators

2 ,

3 ,

4 , and

5	are visible only when they are lit.

•The headset connector 8 supports a microphone-integrated headset and does not support a conventional microphone.

•By default, the Always On USB 3.0 connector 9 enables you to charge some mobile digital devices and smartphones when your computer is in sleep or hibernation mode or is powered off.

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Locating connectors on the rear of your computer

Figure 2 “Rear connector locations” on page 10 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer. Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color-coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer.

Figure 2. Rear connector locations

		USB 3.0 connector (USB port 5)				ac power adapter connector
	1			7
		Ethernet connector				Security-lock slot
	2			8
		VGA monitor connector				Optional port
	3			9
		USB 3.0 connector (USB port 3)				ac power adapter cable loop
	4			10
		USB 3.0 connector (USB port 4)				Wi-Fi antenna slot
	5			11
		DisplayPort connector
	6

Note: The USB 3.0 connector 4 supports the smart power on feature. If you connect a Lenovo-recommended USB 1.1 keyboard to this connector, you can power on the computer or wake it up from S4 hibernation mode by pressing Alt+P on the keyboard. Ensure that you use a Lenovo-recommended keyboard that supports the smart power on feature.

Connector	Description
DisplayPort connector	Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices
	that use a DisplayPort connector.
Ethernet connector	Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network (LAN).
	Note: To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits, use a Category 5 Ethernet
	cable.

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Connector	Description
Optional port	Used to install a serial port, a DisplayPort connector, or a USB 2.0 connector.
	Note: If you use the optional port for installing a serial port, the serial port and the
	adjacent VGA monitor connector might interfere with each other when connecting
	cables. To avoid the interference, ensure that you use the serial port convert cable
	that comes with the computer when you connect a device to the serial port.
USB 3.0 connector	Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connection, such as a
	keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a printer, or a personal digital assistant (PDA).
VGA monitor connector	Used to attach a VGA monitor or other devices that use a VGA monitor connector.

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Locating components

Figure 3 “Component locations” on page 12 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 53.

Figure 3. Component locations

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		Computer cover				Power cord
	1			9
		System fan				ac power adapter
	2			10
		Thermal module				Memory modules
	3			11
		Cover presence switch (intrusion switch)				Battery
	4			12
		Internal speaker				Wi-Fi card module
	5			13
		Microprocessor				Rear Wi-Fi antenna cable
	6			14
		Front Wi-Fi antenna				Rear Wi-Fi antenna
	7			15
		Power switch board				Hard disk drive assembly (with a hard disk drive or
	8			16
				solid-state drive installed)

Locating parts on the system board

Figure 4 “System board part locations” on page 13 shows the locations of the parts on the system board.

Figure 4. System board part locations

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		Serial (COM1) connector				Power switch board cable connector
	1			8
		Optional DisplayPort connector				Memory slots (2)
	2			9
		System fan connector				Battery
	3			10
		Microprocessor				Mini PCI Express card slot
	4			11
		Cover presence switch connector (intrusion switch				SATA 3.0 connector
	5			12
		connector)
		Clear CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide				Hard disk drive power connector
	6			13
		Semiconductor) /Recovery jumper
		Internal speaker connector				Optional USB 2.0 connector
	7			14

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Machine type and model label

The machine type and model label identifies your computer. When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify your computer and provide faster service.

The following is a sample of the machine type and model label.

Figure 5. Machine type and model label

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