Lenovo Program Overview - Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon User Manual

Lenovo program overview

This topic provides information about some Lenovo programs.
Note: Depending on the model, some of the programs might not be available.
• Access Connections (Windows 7)
The Access Connections program is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing location
profiles. Each location profile stores all the network and Internet configuration settings needed for
connecting to a network infrastructure from a specific location such as a home or an office.
By switching between location profiles as you move your computer from place to place, you can quickly
and easily connect to a network with no need to manually reconfigure your settings and restart the
computer each time.
• Client Security Solution (Windows 7)
The Client Security Solution program protects your computer by securing client data and deflecting
security breach attempts. It also can help manage your passwords, recover a forgotten password,
monitor security settings on your computer, and suggest how to enhance the computer security.
• Communications Utility (Windows 7)
The Communications Utility program enables you to configure settings for the integrated camera and
audio devices.
• Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools (Windows 7)
The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program helps you work more easily and securely by providing easy
access to various program, such as Fingerprint Manager Pro, Lenovo Solution Center, and so on.
• Message Center Plus (Windows 7)
The Message Center Plus program automatically displays messages to inform you about important notices
from Lenovo, such as alerts on system updates and alerts on conditions that require your attention.
• Mobile Broadband Connect (Windows 7)
The Mobile Broadband Connect program enables you to connect the computer to the mobile broadband
network through a supported wireless WAN card.
• Power Manager (Windows 7)
The Power Manager program provides convenient, flexible, and complete power management for the
computer. It enables you to adjust your computer power settings to achieve the best balance between
performance and power saving.
• Recovery Media (Windows 7)
The Recovery Media program enables you to restore the contents of the solid-state drive to the factory
default settings.
• Rescue and Recovery (Windows 7)
The Rescue and Recovery program is a one-button recovery and restore solution. It 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.
• Lenovo Companion (Windows 8.1)
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 Settings (Windows 8.1)
The Lenovo Settings program enables you to enhance your computing experience by turning your
computer into a portable hotspot, configuring camera and audio settings, optimizing your power settings,
and creating and managing multiple network profiles.
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