Diagnostics; Lenovo Solution Center - Lenovo ThinkCentre M79 User Manual

• Connect the USB cable from the USB connector to the USB device. If the USB device has its own power
cord, attach the power cord to a grounded electrical outlet.
• Turn on the USB device and keep the device online.
• Install any device drivers or application programs supplied with the USB device. Refer to the
documentation that comes with the USB device for more information.
• Detach and reattach the USB connector to reset the USB device.

Diagnostics

The diagnostic program is used to test hardware components of your computer. The diagnostic program can
also report operating-system-controlled settings that interfere with the correct operation of your computer.
You can use the preinstalled diagnostic program to diagnose computer problems, if your computer is
running the Windows operating system.
Notes:
1. Your computer is preinstalled with the Lenovo Solution Center program for diagnostic purposes. For
more information about the Lenovo Solution Center program, see "Lenovo Solution Center" on page 57.
2. If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the diagnostic program, save
and print the log files created by the diagnostic program. You will need the log files when you speak to a
Lenovo technical support representative.

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.
• Your can download the Lenovo Solution Center program from http://www.lenovo.com/diags.
• If you are using a Windows operating system other than Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10, go to
http://www.lenovo.com/diags for the latest information on diagnostics for your computer.
To run the Lenovo Solution Center program, see "Lenovo programs" on page 12.
Note: If you cannot isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log
files. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.
For additional information, refer to the Lenovo Solution Center help system.
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