Lenovo M73z User Manual

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Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide

Brief user notices
ThinkCentre M73z

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Mouse

Keyboard

Power cord

Documentation

Connector, control, and indicator locations

Note: The locations of the connectors, controls, and indicators on your computer might be slightly different from the illustrations.

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Refer to the electronic User Guide for detailed product information:
http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals

Note: Recovery discs are not provided. Instead, everything needed for recovering factory-installed files and applications is
provided in the Lenovo_Recovery partition on your hard disk drive. If you decide to remove the Lenovo_Recovery partition, be
sure to create a recovery disc first. For more information, see "Recovery information" in the User Guide. See “Accessing your
User Guide” for instructions on opening the electronic User Guide provided on your computer.

* Available on some models

Front

Integrated camera indicator

Integrated camera block shield

Integrated camera

Integrated microphone

Power indicator

Hard disk drive activity indictor

Internal speaker

Card reader

USB 3.0 connector

Headphone connector

Microphone connector

USB 3.0 connector

Initial setup instructions

Note: Depending on the model type, your computer might

not have all the connectors that are described in this
section.

1. If your computer comes with a frame stand, pull the

frame stand open and adjust the position of the
computer at an angle of between 10° and 35° from
the vertical position.

AUTION: Ensure that the angle of the computer is at

C

least 10° from the vertical position; otherwise, the
computer might be unstable and tip over.

If your computer comes with a full-function monitor
stand, adjust the vertical position of the computer at
an angle of between 5° to the front and 25° to the
rear. Refer to your User Guide for more information
about adjusting the full-function monitor stand.

If your computer comes with a tilt-only monitor stand,
adjust the vertical position of the computer at an
angle of between 5° to the front and 45° to the rear.

-5°

45°

2. Connect the mouse cable to an appropriate mouse

connector.

USB 2.0

connector

USB 3.0

connector

PS/2 mouse

connector (optional)

Note: If you are using a wireless mouse, set up your

wireless mouse by referring to the following illustrations.
Your wireless mouse might look slightly different from the
illustrations.

1.

4. 5.

1. Open the mouse battery-compartment cover.

2. Remove the USB dongle from the mouse.

3. Connect the USB dongle to any USB connector on the
computer.

4. Insert two AAA batteries into the mouse.

5. Close the mouse battery-compartment cover.

6. Slide the power switch on the mouse to the On position.

2.

3.

6.

3. Connect the keyboard cable to an appropriate

keyboard connector.

USB 2.0

connector

USB 3.0

connector

PS/2 keyboard

connector (optional)

Note: If you are using a wireless keyboard, set up your

wireless keyboard by referring to the following illustrations.
Your wireless keyboard might look slightly different from
the illustrations.

1.

1. Open the keyboard battery-compartment cover.

2. Insert two AAA batteries into the keyboard.

3. Close the keyboard battery-compartment cover.

2. 3.

4. If you are using an external monitor, connect the

display cable from the monitor to the appropriate
video connector on the computer.

VGA-out connector

5. If you have audio devices, attach them using the

following instructions.

Rear

Power cord connector

PS/2 keyboard connector*

PS/2 mouse connector*

Ethernet connector

VGA-out connector

USB 2.0 connectors (4)

Serial connector

Power button

Brightness-down control

Brightness-up control

Security-lock slot

Optical drive

Microphone connector: Used to attach a microphone to your
computer to record sound or use speech-recognition software.

Headphone connector: Used to attach headphones to your
computer to listen to music or other sounds without disturbing
anyone.

10. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the

setup.

Accessing your User Guide

6. If you have powered speakers with an ac power

adapter, do the following:

a. Connect the cable that runs between the

speakers, if necessary. On some speakers, this
cable is permanently attached.

b. Connect the ac power adapter cable to the

speakers.

c. Connect the speakers to the headphone

connector on the computer.

d. Connect the ac power adapter to the ac power

source.

7. If you have any additional devices, connect them to

the appropriate connectors. Your computer might not
have all connectors that are shown.

USB 2.0 connector: Used to attach a device that requires a
USB 2.0 connector, such as a keyboard, a mouse, a scanner, a
printer, or a personal digital assistant (PDA).

USB 3.0 connector: Used 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.

Serial connector (optional): Used to attach an external
modem, a serial printer, or other devices that use a 9-pin serial
connector.

Ethernet connector: Used to attach the computer to an
Ethernet-type local area network or to a cable modem.
Important: To operate the computer within FCC limits when it is
connected to an Ethernet network, use a Category 5 Ethernet
cable.

8. Connect the power cord to the computer first and

then to a properly-grounded electrical outlet. Ensure
that all power cord connectors are securely and
completely plugged into receptacles.

Your User Guide contains detailed information about your
computer. To access your User Guide, do the following:

Microsoft

®

Windows® 8.1:

 Method 1

1. Go to the Start screen.

2. Click the arrow icon in the bottom-left corner of
the screen to go to the Apps screen. If you are
using a touch screen, swipe up to go to the Apps
screen.

3. Scroll to the right side of the screen, and click or
tap Help and Support. The Windows Help and
Support window opens.

4. Click or tap Lenovo User Guide.

 Method 2

1. Go to the Start screen.

2. Click or tap Lenovo Support. The Lenovo
Support window opens.

3. Click or tap User Guide.

Microsoft Windows 8:

 From the desktop or the Start screen

1. Move the pointer to the top-right or bottom-right
corner of the screen to display the charms, and
then click Search. If you are using a touch screen,
swipe in from the right edge of the screen to
display the charms, and then tap Search.

2. From the Apps screen, click or tap Help and
Support. The Windows Help and Support window
opens.

3. Click or tap Lenovo User Guide.

 From the Start screen

1. Click or tap Lenovo Support. The Lenovo Support
window opens.

2. Click or tap User Guide.

Microsoft Windows 7:

1. From the Windows desktop, click Start and then
click Help and Support. The Help and Support
application opens.

2. Click Lenovo User Guide.

3. In the Lenovo User Guide window, click the link for
your model and the User Guide opens.

Models without preinstalled operating systems and
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) clients:

Go to the Lenovo Support Web site to access your User
Guide. See “Downloading publications” for additional

information.

User Guides are available in additional languages from
the Lenovo Web site. See “Downloading publications” for
additional information.

9. Press the power button on the side of the computer.

Read this flyer before using your computer

This flyer provides critical safety and regulatory information for Lenovo computers
and instructions on how to access electronic versions of the publications developed
for your computer.

Read first — regulatory information

Computer models equipped with wireless communications comply with the radio
frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been
approved for wireless use.

Be sure to read the Regulatory Notice for your country or region before using the
wireless devices contained in your computer. To obtain a PDF version of the
Regulatory Notice, refer to the “Downloading publications” section below.

For users in Mexico:

Advertencia: En Mexico la operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes
dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia
perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia,
incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada.

Downloading publications

Electronic versions of your computer publications are available from the Lenovo
Support Web site. To download the publications for your computer, go to
http://www.lenovo.com/UserManuals and follow the instructions on the screen.

Service and Support information

The following information describes the technical support that is available for your
product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of your product. Refer to
the Lenovo Limited Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. See
“Lenovo Limited Warranty notice” later in this document for details on accessing the
full warranty.

If you purchased Lenovo services, refer to the following terms and conditions for
detailed information:

Third Edition (June 2014)

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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.

 For Lenovo Warranty Service Upgrades or Extensions, go to:

http://support.lenovo.com/lwsu

 For Lenovo Accidental Damage Protection Services, go to:

http://support.lenovo.com/ladps

Online technical support

Online technical support is available during the lifetime of a product at:

http://www.lenovo.com/support

Telephone technical support

Where applicable, you can get help and information from the Customer Support
Center by telephone. Before contacting a Lenovo technical support representative,

please have the following information available: model and serial number, the exact
wording of any error message, and a description of the problem. Your technical
support representative might want to walk you through the problem while you are at
your computer during the call.

Worldwide Lenovo support telephone list

Important: Telephone numbers are subject to change without notice. The most up-

to-date telephone list for the Customer Support Center is always available at:

http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone

If the telephone number for your country or region is not listed, contact your Lenovo
reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.

Country or region Telephone number

Africa

Algeria [phone] (French, English)
Argentina 0800-666-0011 (Spanish)
Australia 1800 041 267 (English)
Austria 01-24592-5901 (German)
Bahrain Kanoo IT: 00 973 1771 1722

Belgium 02-210-9820

Bolivia 0800-10-0189 (Spanish)
Brazil Calls made from within the Sao Paulo reg ion: (11) 3889-8986

Brunei Dial 800-1111, and then dial 866-273- 5446

Canada 1-800-565-3344 (English, French)
Caribbean
(Bermuda, Jamaica,
Tortola)
Chile 800-361-213 (Spanish)
China Technical Support Line

Colombia 1-800-912-3021 (Spanish)
Costa Rica 0-800-011-1029 (Spanish)
Croatia 0800-0426
Cyprus 80092537 (Greek)
Czech Republic [phone]
Denmark 4520-8200

Dominican Republic 1-866-434-2080 (Spanish)
Ecuador 1-800-426911 OPCION 4 (Spanish)
Egypt 800-0000-418 (Toll f ree)

El Salvador 800-6264 (Spanish)
Estonia [phone]

Finland 09-459-6960

France 0238-557-450

Germany 01805-00 46 18 (Warrant y service and support)

Greece Contact the nearest Lenovo Business Partner
Guatemala 1800-624-0051 (Spanish)
Honduras Tegucigalpa: 232-4 222

Hong Kong (852) 3071-3561

Hungary [phone]

India 1800 3000 T HINK 1800 3070 8465 (Reliance)

Indonesia [phone]

Ireland 01-815-9202

Israel Givat Shmuel Service Center: [phone]
Italy 02-7031-6101

Japan 0120-000-817

Jordan Jordan Business System s: 00 962 6 5000999 Ext 713/127

Kazakhstan [phone]

Korea 080-513-0880 (Toll Free)

Kuwait Easa Hus sain Al Yousifi: 00 965 2244 5280

Latvia [phone]
Lebanon Quantech: 00 961 1999 500

Lithuania [phone]
Libya [phone] (French, English)
Luxembourg [phone] (French)
Macao 0800-807 / ( 852) 3071-3559

Macedonia [phone] (Macedonia)
Malaysia 1800-88-0013 (English, Bahasa Melayu)
Malta [phone]
Mexico 001-866-434-2080 (Spanish)
Middle East [phone]
Morocco [phone]

Netherlands [phone] (Dutch)
New Zealand 0508 770 506 (English)
Nicaragua 001-800-220-1830 (Spanish)
Norway 6681-1100

Oman Khimji Ramdas Computer Communication Systems:

Pakistan INFO TECH (pvt) Ltd.: 00 9 24 2111 427 427

South Africa: 0800110756 (English, Afrikaans)
Central Africa: Contact the nearest Lenovo Business Partner

Bahrain Business Machine LLC: 00 973 1758 4302

[phone] (Warranty service and s upport)
(Dutch)
02-210-9800
(French)

Calls made from outside the Sao Paulo re gion: 0800-701-4815
(Brazilian Portuguese)

(English, Bahasa Melayu)

1-800 426 7378
(English)

800-990-8888
86-10-58851110
(Mandarin)

7010-5150 (Warranty service and support)
(Danish)

002-02-2594-8500 (Standard charges a pply)
(English, Arabic)

[phone]

[phone] (Warranty service a nd support)
(Finnish)

Hardware: 0810-631-213 (Warranty service and support)
Software: 0810-631-020 (Warranty ser vice and support)
(French)

(German)

San Pedro Sula: 552-2234
(Spanish)

(Cantonese, English, Mandarin)

[phone]
(English, Hungarian)

1800-419-4666 (Tata)
Email: [e-mail]
(English, Hindi)

001-803-606-282 (Local number only)
[phone] (DID)
(English, Bahasa Indonesia)

01-881-1444 (Warranty service and supp ort)
(English)

[phone] (Warranty service and support)
(Italian)

General Computer & Electronic (GCE): 00 962 6 551 3879

(Standard charges apply)
(Russian, English)

0234834817 (Standard charges apply)
(Korean)

AM. KHORAFI: 00 965 2200 1100 1127
Khorafi Business Machines (KBM): 00 965 2259 4611
Diyar United Company: 00 965 4378 383
Redington Kuwait: 00 965 2433 3203; 25456250 / 25456251

Computer Business Machine (CBM): 00 961 1680 180
El Haceb S.A.L: 00 961 1771 300

(Cantonese, English, Mandarin)

[phone]

8152-1550 (Warranty service and support)
(Norwegian)

00 968 2469 6255
Overseas Business Machines (OBM):
00 968 2460 1072, 2460 5018
Gulf Business Machines Services (GBMS):
00 968 2455 9831

International Office Products (pvt) Ltd.:
00 92 212 422 569, 00 92 213 241 2023
Selling Business Systems: 00 92 21 568 98 23

Country or region Telephone number

Panama 206-6047

Paraguay 009-800-52-10026 (Spanish)
Peru 0-800-50-866 OPCION 2 (Spanish)
Philippines 180089086454 (Dom estic Toll Free)

Poland [phone] (Polish)
Portugal [phone] (Portuguese)
Qatar Al Man a Computer Services: 00 974 4489 966 (ext. 1992)

Romania [phone]
Russia 8-800-555-0317 (Toll free n umber)

Saudi Arabia 800 85 000 52 (Standard charges appl y)

Singapore 800 6011 343 (Local number only)

Slovakia [phone]
Slovenia [phone] (Slovenian)
Spain 0901-100-000 (Spanish)
Sri Lanka [phone]

Sweden 08-477-4420

Switzerland 058-333-0900

Taiwan 0800-000-702 (Mandarin)
Thailand 001 800 4415 734 (Eng lish, Thai)
Turkey 0212 336 03 66

Ukraine 044 362 42 81

United Arab
Emirates
United Kingdom 01475-897-163

United States 1-800-426-7378 (Select “Option #1”)

Uruguay 000-411-005-6649 (Spanish)
Venezuela 0-800-100-2011 (Spanish)
Vietnam 120-11072 (Toll Free)

Yeman Al Khirbash and Agencies:

001-866-434-2080 (Lenovo Customer Suppor t Center- toll free)
(Spanish)

180014410719 (International Toll Fr ee)
(Tagalog, English)

Qatar Computer Services W.L.L: 00 974 4441 212
Gulf Business Machines: 00-974 462 1395

(Russian)

(English, Arabic)

[phone] (DID)
(English)

[phone]
(English)

077-117-1040 (Warranty service and su pport)
(Swedish)

0800-55-54-54 (Warranty service and supp ort)
(German, French, Italian)

00800 448 825 165
(Turkish)

(Ukrainian, Russian, English)
800035702810 (Standard charges appl y)
(English, Arabic)

08705-500-900 (Standard warranty suppor t)
(English)

(English)

+(84) 8 3521 8000 (Standard charges appl y)
(Vietnamese, English)

00 967 1209 8278
Yemen Business Machines (YBM):
00-967 3 213324
00-967 3 214655
00-967 3 213909

Lenovo product service information for Taiwan

Safety information

This section contains important safety information for Lenovo products. Additional
safety information is provided in the User Guide for your product. See “Accessing
your User Guide” for additional information.

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.

Plastic bag notice

DANGER

Plastic bags can be dangerous. Keep plastic bags away from babies
and children to avoid danger of suffocation.

Tip-over hazard prevention notice

 Place the computer on a sturdy and low base, or anchor the furniture and

position the computer as far back on the furniture as possible.

 Keep remote controls, toys, and other items that might attract children off the

computer.

 Keep the computer, cables, and cords out of the reach of children.
 Supervise children in rooms where these safety tips have not been followed.

Lithium coin cell battery notice

DANGER

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

When replacing the lithium coin cell battery, use only the same type or equivalent
type that is recommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can
explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.

Do not:

 Throw or immerse into water
 Heat to more than 100°C (212°F)
 Repair or disassemble

Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations.

The following statement applies to users in the state of California, U.S.A.

California Perchlorate Information:

Products containing manganese dioxide lithium coin cell batteries may contain
perchlorate.

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) cable and cord notice

Warning: Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories

sold with this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash

hands after handling.

Using headphones or earphones

If your computer has both a headphone connector and an audio line-out connector,
always use the headphone connector for headphones (also called a headset) or
earphones.

CAUTION:

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss. Adjustment of the equalizer to maximum increases the earphone
and headphone output voltage and the sound pressure level. Therefore, to
protect your hearing, adjust the equalizer to an appropriate level.

Excessive use of headphones or earphones for a long period of time at high volume
can be dangerous if the output of the headphone or earphone connectors do not
comply with specifications of EN 50332-2. The headphone output connector of your
computer complies with EN 50332-2 Sub clause 7. This specification limits the
computer’s maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to 150 mV. To help
protect against hearing loss, ensure that the headphones or earphones you use also
comply with EN 50332-2 (Clause 7 Limits) or a wide band characteristic voltage of
75 mV. Using headphones that do not comply with EN 50332-2 can be dangerous
due to excessive sound pressure levels.

If your Lenovo computer came with headphones or earphones in the package, as a
set, the combination of the headphones or earphones and the computer already
complies with the specifications of EN 50332-1. If different headphones or
earphones are used, ensure that they comply with EN 50332-1 (Clause 6.5
Limitation Values). Using headphones that do not comply with EN 50332-1 can be
dangerous due to excessive sound pressure levels.

Lenovo Limited Warranty notice

This product is covered by the terms of the Lenovo Limited Warranty, version L505­0010-02 08/2011. Read the Lenovo Limited Warranty (LLW) at
http://www.lenovo.com/warranty/llw_02. You can view the LLW in a number of
lang

uages from this Web site. The LLW also is displayed on your computer during
the initial setup. After the initial setup has completed, you can view the warranty on
your computer by doing the following:

Windows 8.1:

 Method 1

1. Go to the Start screen.

2. Click the arrow icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen to go to the Apps
screen. If you are using a touch screen, swipe up to go to the Apps screen.

3. Click or tap Warranty Information.

 Method 2

1. Go to the Start screen.

2. Click or tap Lenovo Support. The Lenovo Support window opens.

3. Click or tap Service and Warranty.

Windows 8:

 From the desktop or the Start screen

1. Move the pointer to the top-right or bottom-right corner of the screen to
display the charms, and then click Search. If you are using a touch screen,
swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms, and then
tap Search.

2. From the Apps screen, click or tap Warranty Information.

 From the Start screen

1. Click or tap Lenovo Support. The Lenovo Support window opens.

2. Click or tap Service & Warranty.

Windows 7:
From the Windows desktop, click Start
Experience

If you cannot view the LLW either from the Web site or from your computer, contact
your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW.

Lenovo Warranty.

All Programs Lenovo Device

Warranty information

To check the warranty status of your computer, go to
http://www.lenovo.com/warranty-status, and then follow the instructions on the
scr

een.

Customer Replaceable Units

Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by
the customer. If a CRU is determined to be defective during the warranty period, a
replacement CRU will be provided to the customer. Customers are responsible for
installing the self-service CRUs for this product. Customers also can install optional­service CRUs, which might require some technical skills or tools, or request that a
technician install the optional-service CRU under the terms of the applicable
warranty service type for your country or region. The following tables list CRUs for
your computer and tell where to find the replacement instructions.

Machine types: 10BB and 10BC

Self-service CRUs

 Keyboard
 Mouse

CRU installation instructions are in the User Guide for the respective product. See
“Accessing your User Guide” for additional information.

Electronic emission notices

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device. The User Guide for this product provides the complete Class B compliance
statements that are applicable for this device. See “Accessing your User Guide” for
additional information.

Korean Class B compliance statement

European Union conformity

Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment
Directive

This product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive,
1999/5/EC. The Declaration of Conformity information is located in the Regulatory
Notice, which you can download from the Lenovo Support Web site. See
“Downloading publications” for additional information.

Recycling and environmental information

Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly
recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of
programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products.
For information on recycling Lenovo products, go to:

http://www.lenovo.com/recycling

Important WEEE information

Country-specific information is available at:

http://www.lenovo.com/recycling

Recycling information for Japan

Recycling and disposal information for Japan is available at:

http://www.lenovo.com/recycling/japan

Recycling information for China

Additional recycling statements

Additional information about recycling computer components and batteries is in your
User Guide. See “Accessing your User Guide” for details.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)

European Union RoHS

Lenovo products sold in the European Union, on or after 3 January 2013 meet the
requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (“RoHS recast” or
“RoHS 2”).

For more information about Lenovo progress on RoHS, go to:

http://www.lenovo.com/social_responsibility/us/en/RoHS_Communication.pdf

China RoHS

The information in the following table is applicable for products manufactured on or
after March 1, 2007 for sale in the People’s Republic of China.

Turkish RoHS

The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on
the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (EEE).

Ukraine RoHS

India RoHS

RoHS compliant as per E-Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2011.

Eurasian compliance mark

ENERGY STAR

Select models conform to ENERGY STAR
requirements. Additional ENERGY STAR
information is in your User Guide. See “Access ing
your User Guide”.

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Legal notices

Lenovo, For Those Who Do., the Lenovo logo, and ThinkCentre are trademarks of
Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both.

Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft group of
companies.

Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of
others.

For additional legal notices, refer to the User Guide for your computer. See
“Accessing your User Guide” for additional information.