Getting Help About The Windows Operating System; Using The Special Keys - Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon User Manual

• If your computer will be turned off for an extended period of time, you can prevent battery power from
draining by removing the battery.
How do I securely dispose of data stored on the internal storage drive?
• Study "Security" on page 51 to find out how you can protect your computer from theft and unauthorized
use.
• Before you dispose of the data on the internal storage drive, ensure that you read "Deleting data from
your storage drive" on page 56.
How do I attach an external display?
• Refer to "Using an external display" on page 35.
• With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and an external
display.
How do I attach or replace a device?
Refer to the appropriate topic in "Replacing devices" on page 99.
I have been using the computer for some time already, and is getting slower. What should I do?
• Follow the "General tips for preventing problems" on page 77.
• Diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled diagnostic software. See "Diagnosing problems"
on page 77.
• Check for recovery solutions in "Recovery information" on page 95.
Print the following topics and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this
electronic user guide when necessary.
• "Installing the Windows 7 operating system" on page 59
• "Computer stops responding" on page 78
• "Power problems" on page 90

Getting help about the Windows operating system

The Windows help information system provides you with detailed information about using the Windows
operating system so that you can get the most of your computer. To access the Windows help information
system, do the following:
• For Windows 7: Open the Start menu and click Help and Support.
• For Windows 10: Open the Start menu and click Get Started. Additionally, you can use the Cortana
personal assistant to search for help, apps, files, settings, and so on.

Using the special keys

Your computer has several special keys to help you work more easily and effectively.
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