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Lenovo 3414, 3397, 3396, 3416, 3415 User Manual

ThinkCentre Edge

User Guide

Machine Types: 3396, 3397, 3398, 3399, 3414, 3415, 3416, 3417, 3418, 3419, 3423, and 3426

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 79.

Third Edition (September 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

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

Heat and product ventilation . . . . . . . . .

vii

Operating environment . . . . . . . . . . .

viii

Modem safety information . . . . . . . . . .

viii

Laser compliance statement . . . . . . . . . .

ix

Power supply statement . . . . . . . . . . . .

ix

Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .

ix

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 . . . . . . . .

8

Locating connectors on the rear of your

 

computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10

Adjusting the computer stand . . . . . . .

11

Machine type and model label. . . . . . .

11

Chapter 2. Using your computer . . .

13

Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . .

13

Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8

 

operating system. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13

Using the keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14

Using Windows shortcut keys . . . . . . .

14

Using the blue ThinkVantage button . . . .

14

Using a fingerprint reader . . . . . . . .

14

Using the wheel mouse . . . . . . . . . . .

15

Adjusting audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15

About your computer audio . . . . . . . .

15

Setting the volume from the desktop . . . .

15

Setting the volume from Control Panel . . .

16

Using CDs and DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . .

16

Handling and storing CD and DVD media . .

16

Playing a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . . .

17

Recording a CD or DVD . . . . . . . . .

17

Using the single-touch and multi-touch feature . .

17

Chapter 3. You and your computer . . 19

Accessibility and comfort . . . . . . . . . .

19

Arranging your workspace . . . . . . . .

19

Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19

Glare and lighting . . . . . . . . . . . .

20

Air circulation . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20

Electrical outlets and cable lengths . . . . .

20

Register your computer with Lenovo . . . . . .

21

Moving your computer to another country or

 

region . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21

Voltage-selection switch . . . . . . . . .

21

Replacement power cords . . . . . . . .

22

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

23

Security features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

23

Attaching an integrated cable lock . . . . . . .

24

Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

24

BIOS passwords . . . . . . . . . . . .

24

Windows passwords . . . . . . . . . .

25

Using and understanding firewalls . . . . . . .

25

Protecting data against viruses . . . . . . . .

25

Chapter 5. Installing or replacing

 

hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27

Installing or replacing hardware . . . . . . . .

27

Installing external options . . . . . . . .

27

Removing and reinstalling the system stand

 

hinge cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27

Removing and reinstalling the system stand .

29

Removing and reinstalling the foot stands . .

31

Replacing the USB keyboard or mouse . . .

33

Replacing the wireless keyboard . . . . . .

33

Replacing the wireless mouse . . . . . . .

34

Obtaining device drivers . . . . . . . . .

36

Chapter 6. Recovery information . . .

37

Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating

 

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

37

Creating and using recovery media . . . . .

37

Performing backup and recovery operations .

38

Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace .

39

Creating and using a rescue medium . . . .

40

Reinstalling preinstalled applications and

 

device drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . .

41

Reinstalling software programs . . . . . .

42

Reinstalling device drivers . . . . . . . .

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Solving recovery problems . . . . . . . . 42

Recovery information for the Windows 8 operating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility

 

program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45

Starting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .

45

Viewing and changing settings . . . . . . . .

45

Using passwords. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45

Password considerations . . . . . . . . .

45

Power-On Password . . . . . . . . . .

46

Administrator Password . . . . . . . . .

46

Setting, changing, and deleting a password .

46

Enabling or disabling a device . . . . . . . .

46

Selecting a startup device . . . . . . . . . .

47

Selecting a temporary startup device . . . .

47

Selecting or changing the startup device

 

sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

47

Exiting the Setup Utility program . . . . . . .

47

Chapter 8. Updating system

 

programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

49

Using system programs . . . . . . . . . . .

49

Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc . . . .

49

Updating (flashing) the BIOS from your operating

 

system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50

Chapter 9. Preventing problems . . .

51

Keeping your computer current . . . . . . . .

51

Getting the latest device drivers for your

 

computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

51

Updating your operating system . . . . . .

51

Using System Update . . . . . . . . . .

51

Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . .

52

Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

52

Cleaning your computer . . . . . . . . .

52

Good maintenance practices . . . . . . .

54

Moving your computer . . . . . . . . . . .

54

Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and

 

diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

57

Basic troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . .

57

Troubleshooting procedure . . . . . . . . . .

58

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

59

Audio problems . . . . . . . . . . . .

59

CD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .

61

DVD problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .

62

Intermittent problems . . . . . . . . . .

63

Keyboard, mouse, or pointing device

 

problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

63

Monitor problems. . . . . . . . . . . .

65

Networking problems . . . . . . . . . .

67

Option problems . . . . . . . . . . . .

69

Performance and lockup problems . . . . .

70

Printer problems . . . . . . . . . . . .

72

Serial port problems. . . . . . . . . . .

72

Software problems . . . . . . . . . . .

72

USB problems . . . . . . . . . . . . .

73

Lenovo Solution Center . . . . . . . . . . .

74

Chapter 11. Getting information, help,

 

and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

75

Information resources . . . . . . . . . . . .

75

Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools . . . . . . . .

75

Lenovo Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . .

75

Help and Support. . . . . . . . . . . .

75

Safety and Warranty. . . . . . . . . . .

75

Lenovo Web site . . . . . . . . . . . .

75

Lenovo Support Web site. . . . . . . . .

76

Help and service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

76

Using the documentation and diagnostic

 

programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

76

Calling for service. . . . . . . . . . . .

76

Using other services . . . . . . . . . .

77

Purchasing additional services . . . . . .

77

Appendix A. Notices. . . . . . . . . .

79

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

80

Appendix B. Regulatory

 

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

81

Export classification notice . . . . . . . . . .

81

Electronic emissions notices . . . . . . . . .

81

Federal Communications Commission

 

Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . .

81

Additional regulatory information . . . . . . .

83

Appendix C. WEEE and recycling

 

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

85

Important WEEE information . . . . . . . . .

85

Recycling information . . . . . . . . . . . .

85

Recycling information for Brazil . . . . . . . .

86

Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . .

86

Battery recycling information for the European

 

Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

87

Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous

 

Substances Directive (RoHS) . . . . .

89

China RoHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

89

Turkish RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

89

Ukraine RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

89

India RoHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

90

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Appendix E. ENERGY STAR model

 

Appendix G. Servis İstasyonları ve

 

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

91

Yedek Parça Malzemelerinin Temin

 

Appendix F. İthalatçı – İmalatçı /

 

Edileceği Adresler. . . . . . . . . . .

95

 

 

 

Üretici Firma Bilgileri ve Diğer

 

Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

99

Bilgiler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

93

 

 

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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://support.lenovo.com. 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 27. 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.

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 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.

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.

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 20% 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.

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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 45. 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 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).

Note: The maximum system memory capacity is 16 GB.

Internal drives

Card reader (available in some models)

One slim Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) optical drive

Hard disk drive: your computer might be shipped with one of the following configurations:

One hard disk drive (standard SATA hard disk drive)

One hard disk drive and one mini-SATA solid-state drive (SSD)

One SSD

Video subsystem

• One High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)-in connector and one HDMI-out connector

Audio subsystem

• Integrated High-Definition (HD) audio

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Microphone connector and headphone connector

Internal speaker

Connectivity

• 100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller

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.

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.

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 an 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 (LAN).

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.

Input/Output (I/O) features

Six Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors

One card reader connector

One Ethernet connector

One HDMI-in connector

One HDMI-out connector

Two audio connectors (microphone connector and headphone connector)

For more information, see “Locating connectors, controls, and indicators on the front of your computer” on page 8 and “Locating connectors on the rear of your computer” on page 10.

Expansion

One optical drive bay

Two hard disk drive bays

One hard disk drive bay

One small form factor mSATA SSD bay

Power supply

Your computer comes with one of the following power supplies:

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150watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply for integrated graphic model

180watt automatic voltage-sensing power supply for discrete graphic model

Security features

Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware

Ability to enable or disable a device

Ability to enable and disable USB connectors

Keyboard with fingerprint reader (shipped with some models)

Power-on password (POP) and administrator password to deter unauthorized use of your computer

Startup sequence control

Startup without keyboard or mouse

Support for an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock)

For more information, see Chapter 4 “Security” on page 23.

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

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

• Linux®

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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Specifications

This section lists the physical specifications for your computer.

Dimensions

Width: 545.2 mm (21.46 inches)

Height: 414.3 mm (16.31 inches)

Depth: 81.0 mm (3.19 inches) (Non-touch model); 82.0 mm (3.23 inches) (Touch model)

Weight

Maximum configuration as shipped: 8.4 kg (18.52 lb) (Non-touch model)

Maximum configuration as shipped: 8.9 kg (19.62 lb) (Touch model)

Environment

• Air temperature:

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

Storage: -20°C to 50°C (-40°F to 140°F)

• Humidity:

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

Storage: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)

• Altitude:

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

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

Electrical input

Input voltage:

– Low range:

Minimum: 100 V ac

Maximum: 127 V ac

Input frequency range: 50 or 60 Hz

– High range:

Minimum: 200 V ac

Maximum: 240 V ac

Input frequency range: 50 or 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.

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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 (available on some models)

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

 

 

 

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Table 2. Programs in Control Panel (continued)

Program

Control Panel section

Green text in Control Panel

 

 

 

SimpleTap

Programs

Lenovo - SimpleTap

 

 

 

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 Start 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 Settings

Lenovo Solution Center

Lenovo QuickLaunch

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 bolgs and articles about your computer, and check for other recommended programs.

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 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 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

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:

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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.

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.

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Figure 1. Front connector, control, and indicator locations

1

Integrated camera indicator

2

Integrated camera

3

Integrated microphones

4

Power switch

5

Brightness-up control / Auto adjusting control 1

6

Brightness-down control

7

Display switch

8

Internal speakers

9

Card reader (available in some models)

10USB 3.0 connector (USB port 2)

11Headphone connector

12Microphone connector

13USB 3.0 connector (USB port 1)

1 Auto adjusting control is only enabled when the computer is used as a monitor.

Connector

Description

Microphone connector

Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if

 

you use speech-recognition software.

USB 3.0 connector

Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB 2.0 or 3.0 connector,

 

such as a keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a printer, or a personal digital assistant

 

(PDA). A USB 3.0 connector provides high transmission speeds to reduce the time

 

that is required for data transmission

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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 to your computer.

Figure 2. Rear connector locations

1

Optical drive

2

Integrated cable lock slot

3

USB connectors (USB ports 3 to 6)

4

Power cord connector

5

Ethernet connector

6

HDMI-in connector

7

HDMI-out connector

8

System stand

Connector

Description

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.

USB connector

Used to attach a device that requires a USB connector, such as a USB keyboard, a

 

USB mouse, a USB scanner, or a USB printer. If you have more than six USB

 

devices, you can purchase a USB hub, which you can use to connect additional

 

USB devices.

HDMI connector

Used to deliver uncompressed high-definition video and multichannel digital audio

 

signals through a single cable. This HDMI connector can attach a high performance

 

monitor, a direct drive monitor, or other audio or video devices that use an HDMI

 

connector.

 

Note: HDMI-in connector does not support audio-in function.

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Adjusting the computer stand

Your computer comes with a computer stand that you can use to adjust the computer to your comfortable position. Pull the stand open and adjust the position of the computer at an angle between 10° to 40°

as shown in the following illustration.

CAUTION:

Make sure that the angle is at least 10° from the vertical; otherwise, the computer might be unstable and fall over.

Figure 3. Adjusting the computer stand

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.

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

Figure 4. Machine type and model label

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Chapter 2. Using your computer

This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components.

Frequently asked questions

The following are a few tips that will help you optimize the use of your computer.

Can I get my user guide in another language?

The user guide is available in various languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkCentreUserGuides

Where are my recovery discs?

Lenovo provides a program that enables you to create recovery discs. For details about creating recovery discs, see “Creating recovery media” on page 38.

Additionally, in case of a hard disk failure, you can order Product Recovery discs from the Lenovo Customer Support Center. For information about contacting the Customer Support Center, see Chapter 11 “Getting information, help, and service” on page 75. Before using the Product Recovery discs, refer to the documentation that comes with the discs.

Attention: A Product Recovery disc package might contain multiple discs. Make sure you have all of the discs ready before starting the recovery process. During the recovery process, you might be prompted to change discs.

Where can I find help about the Windows operating system?

The Windows Help and Support information system provides you with detailed information about using the Windows operating system to help you get the most of your computer. To access the Windows Help and Support information system, do one of the following:

On the Windows 7 operating system, click Start Help and Support.

On the 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 Help.

Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 operating system

On the Windows operating system, you can view and change computer settings through Control Panel. To access Control Panel on the Windows 8 operating system, do one of the following:

From the desktop

1.Move the cursor to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms.

2.Click Settings.

3.Click Control Panel.

From the Start screen

1.Move the cursor to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms.

2.Click Search.

3.On the Apps screen, scroll to the right side, and click Control Panel in the Windows System section.

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Using the keyboard

Depending on your model, your computer comes with a standard keyboard or a fingerprint reader keyboard or a wireless keyboard. The Microsoft Windows shortcut keys are provided on all keyboard types.

This section provides information about the following topics:

“Using Windows shortcut keys” on page 14

“Using the blue ThinkVantage button” on page 14

“Using a fingerprint reader” on page 14

Using Windows shortcut keys

Both the standard keyboard and the fingerprint reader keyboard provide three keys you can use with your Microsoft Windows operating system.

The two Windows logo keys are located beside the Alt key on either side of the spacebar. They feature the Windows logo. On the Windows 7 operating system, press the Windows key to open the Start menu. On the Windows 8 operating system, press the Windows key to switch between the current workspace and the Start screen. The style of the Windows logo varies depending on the keyboard type.

The context-menu key is located next to the Ctrl key on the right side of the Spacebar. Pressing the context-menu key opens the context menu for the active program, icon, or object.

Note: You can use the mouse or the Up and Down arrow keys to highlight menu selections. On the Windows 7 operating system, you can close the Start menu or the context menu by clicking the mouse or pressing Esc.

Using the blue ThinkVantage button

Some keyboards have a blue ThinkVantage button that you can use to open a comprehensive on-board help and information center from Lenovo. Pressing the blue ThinkVantage button opens the SimpleTap program on the Windows 7 operating system or the Lenovo PC Device Experience program on the Windows 8 operating system.

Using a fingerprint reader

Some computers might come with a keyboard that has a fingerprint reader. For more information about the fingerprint reader, see “An introduction to Lenovo programs” on page 6.

To open the ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software program and use the fingerprint reader, see “Lenovo programs” on page 4.

Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information, refer to the ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software help system.

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Using the wheel mouse

The wheel mouse has the following controls:

1

Primary mouse button

2

Wheel

3

Secondary mouse button

Use this button to select or start a program or menu item.

Use the wheel to control the scrolling action of the mouse. The direction in which you rotate the wheel controls the direction of the scrolling action.

Use this button to display a menu for the active program, icon, or object.

You can switch the function of the primary and secondary mouse buttons and change other default behavior through the mouse properties function in the Windows Control Panel.

Adjusting audio

Sound is an important part of the computer experience. Your computer has a digital audio controller built into the system board.

About your computer audio

Your computer comes with two audio connectors: a stereo headphone connector and a microphone connector. The built-in digital audio controller enables you to record and play back sound and music, enjoy sound with multimedia applications, and work with speech-recognition software.

Setting the volume from the desktop

The desktop volume control is accessible through the volume icon in the taskbar, which is located at the bottom-right corner of the Windows desktop. Click the volume icon and move the slider up or down to control the volume, or click the Mute icon to turn the audio off. If the volume icon is not in the taskbar, see “Adding the volume icon to the taskbar” on page 15.

Adding the volume icon to the taskbar

To add the volume icon to the taskbar on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following:

1.From the Windows desktop, click Start Control Panel Appearance and Personalization.

2.In the Taskbar and Start Menu topic, click Customize icons on the taskbar.

3.Click Turn system icons on or off and change the volume behaviors from Off to On.

4.Click OK to save the new settings.

To add the volume icon to the taskbar on the Windows 8 operating system, do the following:

1. Open Control Panel, and click Appearance and Personalization.

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2.In the Taskbar section, click Customize icons on the taskbar.

3.Click Turn system icons on or off and change the volume behaviors from Off to On.

4.Click OK to save the new settings.

Setting the volume from Control Panel

You can set the computer volume from Control Panel. To set the computer volume from Control Panel, do the following:

1.On the Windows 7 operating system, click Start Control Panel Hardware and Sound. On the Windows 8 operating system, open Control Panel, and click Hardware and Sound.

2.In the Sound section, click Adjust system volume.

3.Move the sliders up or down to raise or lower the volume of your computer.

Using CDs and DVDs

Your computer might have a DVD ROM drive or recordable DVD drive installed. DVD drives use industry-standard, 12 cm (4.75-inch) CD media or DVD media. If your computer comes with a DVD drive, the 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. If you have a recordable DVD drive, it can also record on DVD-R discs, DVD-RW discs, type II DVD-RAM discs, CD-RW standard and high speed discs, and CD-R discs.

Follow these guidelines when using the DVD drive:

Do not place the computer in a location where the drive is exposed to the following:

High temperature

High humidity

Excessive dust

Excessive vibration or sudden shock

An inclined surface

Direct sunlight

Do not insert any object other than a CD or DVD into the drive.

Before moving the computer, remove the CD or DVD from the drive.

Handling and storing CD and DVD media

CD and DVD media are durable and reliable, but they do require some care and special handling. When handling and storing a CD or DVD, follow these guidelines:

Hold the disc by its edges. Do not touch the surface of the side that is not labeled.

To remove dust or fingerprints, wipe the disc with a clean, soft cloth from the center to the outside. Wiping the disc in a circular direction might cause loss of data.

Do not write or stick paper on the disc.

Do not scratch or mark the disc.

Do not place or store the disc in direct sunlight.

Do not use benzene, thinners, or other cleaners to clean the disc.

Do not drop or bend the disc.

Do not insert damaged discs into the drive. Warped, scratched, or dirty discs can damage the drive.

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Playing a CD or DVD

If your computer comes with a DVD drive, you can listen to audio CDs or watch DVD movies. To play a CD or DVD, do the following:

1.Press the Eject/Load button on the DVD drive to open the tray.

2.With the tray fully extended, insert the CD or DVD into the tray. Some DVD drives have a snap hub in the center of the tray. If your drive has a snap hub, support the tray with one hand and then push on the center of the CD or DVD until it snaps into place.

3.Press the Eject/Load button again or gently push the tray forward to close the tray. The CD or DVD player program starts automatically. For additional information, refer to the CD or DVD player program help system.

To remove a CD or DVD from the DVD drive, do the following:

1.With the computer on, press the Eject/Load button. When the tray slides out automatically, carefully remove the disc.

2.Close the tray by pressing the Eject/Load button or by gently pushing the tray forward.

Note: If the tray does not slide out of the drive when you press the Eject/Load button, insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency-eject hole located on the front of the DVD drive. Be sure the drive is powered off when using the emergency eject. Use the Eject/Load button instead of the emergency eject except

in an emergency.

Recording a CD or DVD

If your computer comes with a recordable DVD drive, you can use the drive to record CDs or DVDs.

To record a CD or DVD, do one of the following:

On the Windows 7 operating system, you have either the Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition program or the Power2Go program installed on your computer.

To run the Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition program, click Start All Programs Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition. Follow the instructions on the screen.

To run the Power2Go program, click Start All Programs PowerDVD Create Power2Go. Follow the instructions on the screen.

On the Windows 8 operating system, run the Power2Go program by doing the following:

1.Move the cursor to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to display the charms. Then click Search and type Power2Go.

2.Click Power2Go in the left panel to open the program.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen.

You also can use Windows Media® Player to record CDs and data DVDs. For more information, see “Help and Support” on page 75.

Using the single-touch and multi-touch feature

Notes:

The single-touch feature or multi-touch feature is only available on some computer models.

The computer performs a touch screen auto-calibration every time it starts or restarts. Do not touch the screen before logging on to the operating system.

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Your computer might come with the single-touch feature or multi-touch feature depending on your model. If the single-touch feature or the multi-touch feature is available on your computer, you can tap the touch screen once with your finger to make a single click. To make a double-click, tap twice without pausing.

To make a right-click, tap the touch screen once, and then hold your finger on the touch screen until a round circle is displayed. Then, lift your finger off the touch screen. A context menu will be displayed, where you can make selections.

Using the single-touch feature

The single-touch feature enables you to use only one finger at a time to interact with your computer.

Using the multi-touch feature

The multi-touch feature enables you to use one or two fingers to interact with your computer. For example, you can zoom in, zoom out, scroll, or rotate on the touch screen with two fingers while browsing the Internet or reading or editing a document.

The following table shows the supported touch feature on each operating system edition.

Table 3. Operating system edition and supported touch feature

Operating system edition

Supported touch feature

 

 

Windows 7 Home Basic

Single-touch

 

 

Windows 7 Home Premium

Multi-touch

 

 

Windows 7 Professional

Multi-touch

 

 

Windows 7 Ultimate

Multi-touch

 

 

Windows 8

Multi-touch

 

 

Windows 8 Professional

Multi-touch

 

 

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