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- Page 1 ThinkCentre User Guide Machine Types: 7515, 7523, 7569, and 7611...
- Page 3 ThinkCentre User Guide...
- Page 4 Third Edition (October 2009) © Copyright Lenovo 2009. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Replacing the diskette drive . . 39 Diagnostic programs . . 68 Replacing the front fan assembly . . 40 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox . . 69 Replacing the rear fan assembly . 42 Lenovo System Toolbox . . 69 Replacing the keyboard . - Page 6 Appendix. Notices ..77 Trademarks . . 78 Television output notice . . 78 Index ....79 European conformance CE mark .
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Page 7: Important Safety Information
If you no longer have a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, you can ® obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support... - Page 8 User Guide...
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Page 9: Chapter 1. Product Overview
Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) internal hard disk drive v Optical drive Video subsystem v Integrated graphics card for a Video Graphics Array (VGA) connector v PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) Express x16 graphics card slot on the system board for a discrete graphics card © Copyright Lenovo 2009... - Page 10 Audio subsystem v Integrated high-definition (HD) audio v Microphone connector and headphone connector on the front panel v Audio line-in connector, audio line-out connector, and microphone connector on the rear panel v Internal speaker (some models) Connectivity v 10/100/1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller v PCI V.90 Data/Fax modem (some models) System management features v Ability to store power-on self-test (POST) hardware test results...
- Page 11 1. The operating systems 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 booklet. Corrections and additions to this list are 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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Page 12: Specifications
Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 175 mm (6.9 inches) Height: 412 mm (16.2 inches) Depth: 442 mm (17.4 inches) Weight Maximum configuration as shipped: 11.2 kg (24.7 lbs) Environment Air temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) Non-operating: -40°... -
Page 13: Software Overview
Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo. Lenovo Welcome: The Lenovo Welcome program introduces some innovative built-in features of Lenovo to you and guides you through some important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer. Note: The Lenovo Welcome program is only available on computers preinstalled with Windows 7 or Windows Vista from Lenovo. - Page 14 This diagnostic program works through the Windows operating system to diagnose hardware problems and report operating-system-controlled settings that can cause hardware failures. See “Lenovo System Toolbox” on page 69 for more information. Note: The Lenovo System Toolbox program is only available on computers preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows XP from Lenovo.
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Page 15: Locations
Locations Locating connectors on the front of your computer Figure 1 shows the locations of the connectors on the front of your computer. Note: Not all computer models have the following connectors. Figure 1. Front connector locations 1 USB connector 3 Microphone connector 2 Headphone connector 4 USB connector... -
Page 16: Locating Connectors On The Rear Of Your Computer
Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 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 on your computer. Note: Not all computer models have the following connectors. - Page 17 Connector Description Audio line-in connector Used to receive audio signals from an external audio device, such as a stereo system. When you attach an external audio device, a cable is connected between the audio line-out connector of the device and the audio line-in connector of the computer.
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Page 18: Locating Components
Locating components Figure 3 shows the locations of the various components in your computer. To remove the computer cover, see “Removing the computer cover” on page 14. Figure 3. Component locations 1 Heat sink and fan assembly 6 PCI card slot 2 Memory modules (2) 7 PCI Express x1 card slot 3 Battery... -
Page 19: Locating Parts On The System Board
Locating parts on the system board Figure 4 shows the locations of the parts on the system board. Figure 4. System board parts locations 1 Microprocessor 12 Front panel connector 2 Microprocessor fan connector 13 Front USB connectors (2) 3 Memory slots (2) 14 Serial (COM 2) connector 4 Thermal sensor connector 15 Front audio connector... - Page 20 User Guide...
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Page 21: Chapter 2. Installing Options And Replacing Hardware
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo. © Copyright Lenovo 2009... -
Page 22: Installing External Options
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to remove the computer cover. - Page 23 6. Press the cover-release button on the side of the computer cover and slide the computer cover to the rear to remove. Figure 5. Removing the computer cover Chapter 2. Installing options and replacing hardware...
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Page 24: Removing And Reinstalling The Front Bezel
Removing and reinstalling the front bezel This section provides instructions on how to remove and reinstall the front bezel. To remove and reinstall the front bezel: 1. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 14. 2. Release the three plastic tabs on the left side and pivot the front bezel outward to remove it. -
Page 25: Installing Internal Options
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a PCI card. - Page 26 4. Install the new card into the appropriate slot on the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 11. If you are replacing a PCI card, remove the old card currently installed before installing the new one. Notes: a.
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Page 27: Installing Or Replacing A Memory Module
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install or replace a memory module. - Page 28 4. Open the retaining clips. Figure 9. Opening the retaining clips If you are replacing an old memory module, open the retaining clips and remove the memory module being replaced as shown. Figure 10. Removing the memory module User Guide...
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Page 29: Installing Internal Drives
5. Position the memory module over the memory slot. Make sure that the notch 1 on the memory module aligns correctly with the slot key 2 on the system board. Push the memory module straight down into the slot until the retaining clips close. - Page 30 Figure 12 shows the locations of the drive bays. Figure 12. Drive bay locations The following list describes the type and size of the drive that you can install in each bay: 1 Bay 1 - Maximum height: 43.0 mm (1.7 inches) v Optical drive such as a CD drive or a DVD drive (preinstalled in some models)
- Page 31 “Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to install a drive in bay 1 or bay 2.
- Page 32 4. Install the retainer that comes with your drive on the side of the drive. Figure 14. Installing the drive retainer 5. Install the drive into the bay. Figure 15. Installing the drive 6. To reinstall the front bezel, align the plastic tabs on the right side of the front bezel with the corresponding holes in the chassis, then pivot the front bezel inward until it snaps into position on the left side.
- Page 33 4. Locate one of the extra five-wire power connectors and connect it to the drive. Figure 16. Connecting a SATA drive What to do next v To work with another option, go to the appropriate section. v To complete the installation, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 46.
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Page 34: Replacing The Power Supply Assembly
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the power supply assembly. -
Page 35: Replacing The Heat Sink And Fan Assembly
7. Install the four screws to secure the power supply assembly. Note: Use only screws provided by Lenovo. 8. Reconnect the power supply assembly connectors to the system board. 9. Reconnect a power supply assembly connector to each of the drives. - Page 36 5. Remove the four screws 1 that secure the heat sink and fan assembly to the system board. Note: Carefully remove the four screws from the system board to avoid any possible damage. The four screws cannot be removed from the heat sink and fan assembly.
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Page 37: Replacing The Microprocessor
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the microprocessor. CAUTION: The heat sink and microprocessor might be very hot. - Page 38 7. Lift the small handle 3 and open the retainer 1 to access the microprocessor 2 . 8. Lift the microprocessor straight up and out of the socket. Notes: a. Your microprocessor and socket might look different from the one illustrated.
- Page 39 c. Touch only the sides of the microprocessor. Do not touch the gold contacts on the bottom. d. Do not drop anything onto the microprocessor socket while it is exposed. The socket pins must be kept as clean as possible. 9.
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Page 40: Replacing The Primary Hard Disk Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the primary hard disk drive. - Page 41 7. Remove the hard disk drive from the blue bracket by flexing the sides of the bracket enough to slide it free from the hard disk drive. 8. To install a new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align pin 1 , pin 2 , pin 3 , and pin 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive.
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Page 42: Replacing The Secondary Hard Disk Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: Depending on your model type, your computer might come with a secondary hard disk drive bay for installing or replacing a secondary hard disk drive. - Page 43 Important When you receive a new hard disk drive, you also receive a set of Product Recovery discs. The set of Product Recovery discs enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings. For more information on recovering factory-installed software, refer to Chapter 3, “Recovery information,”...
- Page 44 8. To install a new hard disk drive into the blue bracket, flex the bracket and align pin 1 , pin 2 , pin 3 , and pin 4 on the bracket with the holes in the hard disk drive. Do not touch the circuit board 5 on the bottom of the hard disk drive.
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Page 45: Replacing The Optical Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the optical drive. - Page 46 4. Press the blue release button and remove the optical drive out of the front of the computer. Figure 25. Removing the optical drive 5. Remove the retainer from the optical drive being replaced and install it on the new optical drive. Figure 26.
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Page 47: Replacing The Diskette Drive
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support Depending on your model type, your computer might have a diskette drive or a card reader installed. -
Page 48: Replacing The Front Fan Assembly
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the front fan assembly. - Page 49 4. The front fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the front fan assembly by breaking or cutting the rubber mounts and gently pulling the front fan assembly out of the chassis. Figure 29. Removing the front fan assembly 5.
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Page 50: Replacing The Rear Fan Assembly
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the rear fan assembly. - Page 51 4. The rear fan assembly is attached to the chassis by four rubber mounts. Remove the rear fan assembly by breaking or cutting the rubber mounts and gently pulling the rear fan assembly out of the chassis. Figure 31. Removing the rear fan assembly 5.
- Page 52 6. Pull on the tips of the rubber mounts until the rear fan assembly is in place. Figure 32. Installing the rear fan assembly 7. Connect the rear fan assembly cable to the system fan connector on the system board. 8.
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Page 53: Replacing The Keyboard
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard. To replace the keyboard: 1. -
Page 54: Replacing The Mouse
“Important safety information” in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the mouse. To replace the mouse: 1. -
Page 55: Installing Security Features
6. To update your configuration, refer to Chapter 4, “Using the Setup Utility,” on page 59. Note: In most areas of the world, Lenovo requires the return of the defective Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU). Information about this will come with the CRU or will come a few days after the CRU arrives. -
Page 56: Integrated Cable Lock
See Figure 36. The cable lock also locks the buttons used to open the computer cover. This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order a security cable directly from Lenovo by searching on Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support... -
Page 57: Padlock
Padlock Your computer is equipped with a padlock loop so that the computer cover cannot be removed when a padlock is installed. Figure 37. Installing a padlock Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password. - Page 58 4. Reinstall the computer cover and connect the power cord. See “Completing the parts replacement” on page 46. 5. Restart the computer, leave it on for approximately 10 seconds. Turn off the computer by holding the power switch for approximately five seconds. 6.
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Page 59: Chapter 3. Recovery Information
This section provides instructions on how to create recovery media on different operating systems. v To create recovery media on Windows 7, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. -
Page 60: Using Recovery Media
Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media on different operating systems. v To use recovery media on Windows 7 or Windows Vista, do the following: Attention: When you use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings on Windows 7 or Windows Vista, all the files currently on the system drive or the hard disk drive will be deleted and replaced by the factory default settings. -
Page 61: Performing A Backup Operation
To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on Windows 7, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. -
Page 62: Using The Rescue And Recovery Workspace
Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected, hidden area of your hard disk drive that operates independently from the Windows operating system. This enables you to perform recovery operations even if the Windows operating system cannot be started. -
Page 63: Creating And Using Rescue Media
This section provides instructions on how to create rescue media on different operating systems. v To create a rescue medium on Windows 7, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens. -
Page 64: Creating And Using A Recovery Repair Diskette
1. Turn on the computer, and make sure that your computer has Internet access. 2. Follow the instructions on the Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/think/support/site.wss/document.do?lndocid=MIGR-54483 3. After the recovery repair diskette is created, take out the diskette from the diskette drive and label it Recovery Repair Diskette. Then, store it in a safe place for future use. -
Page 65: Installing Or Reinstalling Device Drivers
Device drivers for factory-installed devices are located on the computer hard disk drive (usually drive C:) in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS folder. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Other device drivers are on the software media that come with individual devices. -
Page 66: Setting A Rescue Device In The Startup Sequence
Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence Before you start the Rescue and Recovery program from an internal hard disk drive, a disc, a USB hard disk drive, or other external devices, you must first make sure that your rescue device is set as the first boot device in the startup device sequence in the Setup Utility program. -
Page 67: Copyright Lenovo
Power-On Password v Administrator Password You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer. However, using passwords improves computing security. If you decide to set any passwords, read the following sections. © Copyright Lenovo 2009... -
Page 68: Password Considerations
Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 16 (1 to 16) alphabetic and numeric characters. For security reasons, it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised. To set a strong password, use the following guidelines: v Have at least eight characters in length and contain at least one alphabetic character and one numeric character... -
Page 69: Enabling Or Disabling A Device
Enabling or disabling a device This section provides information on how to enable or disable user access to the following devices: SATA Controller When this feature is set to Disabled, all devices connected to the SATA connectors (such as hard disk drives or the optical drive) are disabled and will not be displayed in the system configuration. -
Page 70: Selecting Or Changing The Startup Device Sequence
Note: Selecting a startup device from the Startup Device menu does not permanently change the startup sequence. Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence, do the following: 1. Start the Setup Utility program. See “Starting the Setup Utility program” on page 59. -
Page 71: Chapter 5. Updating System Programs
Lenovo might make changes and enhancements to the POST and BIOS. When updates are released, they are available as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com. Instructions for using the POST/BIOS updates are available in a TXT file that is included with the update files. For most models, you can download either an update program to create a system-program-update (flash) disc or an update program that can be run from the operating system. -
Page 72: Updating (Flashing) Bios From Your Operating System
6. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update. Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system Note: Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to the Web site, the Web page contents are subject to change without notice, including the contents referenced in the following procedure. - Page 73 11. Repeat steps 2 through 4. 12. Move the jumper back to the standard position (pin 1 and pin 2). 13. Reconnect any cables that were disconnected. Refer to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 46. 14. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect the power cords for the computer and monitor to electrical outlets.
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Page 75: Chapter 6. Troubleshooting And Diagnostics
Safety and Warranty Guide. If you cannot correct the problem, have the computer serviced. Refer to the safety and warranty information that is provided with your computer for a list of service and support telephone numbers. © Copyright Lenovo 2009... -
Page 76: Diagnostic Programs
There are two programs preinstalled on your computer to help you diagnose computer problems: v Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox or Lenovo System Toolbox, depending on your operating system (used when you are running the Windows operating system) User Guide... -
Page 77: Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
Lenovo troubleshooting center, update system drivers, and review system information. To run the Lenovo System Toolbox, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information about running the diagnostic program, refer to the Lenovo System Toolbox help system. -
Page 78: Pc-Doctor For Dos
You can also download the latest version of the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program from: http://www.lenovo.com/support The PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program runs independently of the Windows operating system. Use the PC-Doctor for DOS if you are unable to start the Windows operating system or if the two diagnostic programs preinstalled on your computer have not been successful in isolating a possible problem. -
Page 79: Cleaning The Mouse
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to select the diagnostic test you want to run. Note: For additional help, press the F1 key. 4. Remove the diagnostic disc from the optical drive when you complete the diagnostic process. Cleaning the mouse This section provides instructions on how to clean an optical or non-optical mouse. - Page 80 1 Retainer ring 2 Ball 3 Plastic rollers 4 Ball cage To clean the non-optical mouse, do the following: Note: The following illustration might be slightly different from your mouse. 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3.
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Page 81: Chapter 7. Getting Information, Help, And Service
If the Adobe Reader has not been installed on your computer, a message will appear when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Reader installation. 2. The publications are available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. -
Page 82: Lenovo Welcome
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. Note: The Lenovo Welcome program is only available on computers preinstalled with Windows 7 or Windows Vista from Lenovo. -
Page 83: Help And Service
Engineering Change management - There might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that apply to your hardware available. -
Page 84: Using Other Services
For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support and click Support phone list or refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that is provided with your computer. Note: Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. If the number for your country or region is not provided, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. -
Page 85: Appendix. Notices
Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. -
Page 86: Trademarks
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. European conformance CE mark Trademarks The following terms are trademarks or service marks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Lenovo Care Rescue and Recovery... - Page 87 56 internal drives 21 documentation, using 75 memory module 19 drivers, device 47 PCI card 17 drives security features 47 bays 21 internal drives 1 internal 21 internal options, installing 17 specifications 21 © Copyright Lenovo 2009...
- Page 88 (POST) 63 programs, updating system 63 protection, password 49 purchasing additional services 76 Lenovo Care 73 Lenovo System Toolbox 69 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 69 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 73 Lenovo Web site 74 rear connectors 8 Lenovo Welcome 5, 74...
- Page 89 56 rescue media, creating and 55 Setup Utility 59 VGA monitor connector 9 video subsystem 1 viewing and changing settings 59 warranty information 74 Web site, Lenovo 74 workspace, backup and recovery 54 Index...
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- Page 92 Part Number: 53Y6259 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 53Y6259...