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Notes: Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the following: • Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide • Regulatory Notice • “Important safety information” on page vi • Appendix C “Notices” on page 171 The Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide and the Regulatory Notice have been uploaded to the Web site.
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Korea Class B compliance statement ..Battery recycling information for Japan ..Japanese VCCI Class B statement ..Battery recycling information for Brazil ..Japan compliance statement for products Battery recycling information for the United States which connect to the power mains with and Canada .
Read this first Be sure to follow the important tips given here to get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Failure to do so might lead to discomfort or injury, or cause your computer to fail. Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates. When your computer is turned on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other parts may become hot.
Protect your computer and data when moving it. Before moving a computer equipped with a hard disk drive, do one of the following, and make sure that the power switch is off or is blinking: • Turn it off. • Put it in sleep mode. •...
Conditions that require immediate action Products can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some product damage is serious enough that the product should not be used again until it has been inspected and, if necessary, repaired by an authorized servicer. As with any electronic device, pay close attention to the product when it is turned on.
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replacing parts. The Off state of a power indicator does not necessarily mean that voltage levels inside a product are zero. Before you remove the covers from a product equipped with a power cord, always make sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source. If you have any questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center.
Power cords and power adapters DANGER Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer. The power cords shall be safety approved. For Germany, it shall be H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75 mm , or better. For other countries, the suitable types shall be used accordingly. Never wrap a power cord around a power adapter or other object.
Plugs and outlets DANGER If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement.
General battery notice DANGER Personal computers manufactured by Lenovo contain a coin cell battery to provide power to the system clock. In addition, many mobile products, such as notebook computers, utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts.
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 or an equivalent type that is recommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of.
Heat and product ventilation DANGER Computers, ac power adapters, and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook computers can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions: •...
Electrical current safety information DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not use your computer during a lightning storm. • Do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform installation, maintenance, or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm.
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. Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice CAUTION: The LCD is made of glass, and rough handling or dropping the computer can cause the LCD to break.
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DANGER Do not connect phone line while using tablet mode. Notice for users in the U.S.A. Many personal computer products and accessories contain cords, cables or wires, such as power cords or cords to connect the accessory to a personal computer. If this product has such a cord, cable or wire, then the following warning applies: 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...
Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators This section introduces the computer hardware features to give you the basic information you will need to start using the computer. Front view Figure 1. ThinkPad T430 and T430i front view Status indicators Power button ®...
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Fingerprint reader Some models have a fingerprint reader. The fingerprint authentication technology enables you to use your fingerprint to start the computer, enter the ThinkPad Setup program, or enter the Windows operating system. Fn key ®...
ThinkLight light, press the Fn key and the space key together. To turn it off, press the combination again. CAUTION: Avoid using your computer in dark conditions for prolonged periods. It is bad for your eyes. Right-side view Figure 2. ThinkPad T430 and T430i right-side view Security keyhole USB 2.0 connector Wireless radio switch...
Your computer has a bay for Serial Ultrabay Enhanced devices. Some models have an optical disk drive installed in the bay. For certain models, a 9.5 mm hard disk drive is installed through the ThinkPad 12.7 mm Serial Hard Drive Bay Adapter III.
Note: The USB 3.0 function only works in the Windows 7 operating system. If you are using other Windows operating system rather than Windows 7, the connector works as a USB 2.0 connector. Bottom view Figure 4. ThinkPad T430 and T430i bottom view Chapter 1 Product overview...
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• ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 • ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 • ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus for Mobile Workstations Series 3 (170 W) Connect your computer to the supported docking station to extend the computer capabilities when you are in your office or at home.
Rear view Figure 5. ThinkPad T430 and T430i rear view. Always On USB connector Ethernet connector Power jack Fan louvers (rear) Always On USB connector ® By default, the Always On USB 2.0 connector enables you to charge some devices, such as iPod , iPhone, ®...
Status indicators Your computer has system-status indicators and power-status indicators. The status indicators show the current status of your computer. System-status indicators Wireless LAN/WAN/WiMAX/Bluetooth status indicator • Green: The wireless LAN, WAN, Bluetooth, or WiMAX feature is on. • Off: Wireless network devices are disabled or the wireless radio is turned off. Device access status indicator The hard disk drive, solid state drive, mSATA solid state drive, or the second hard disk drive in the Serial Ultrabay Enhanced bay is reading or writing data.
Sleep status indicator • Green: The computer is in sleep mode. • Blinking green: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode, or is resuming normal operation. Battery status indicator • Green: The battery charge level is 20% or more. •...
You can find the machine type and model of your computer in the label as shown below: FCC ID and IC Certification number label There is no FCC ID or IC Certification number for the PCI Express Mini Card shown on the enclosure of your computer.
Certificate of Authenticity label The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label for the preinstalled operating system is attached. Printed on this label are the product ID and the product key information for your computer. Record this information and keep it in a safe place. You might need these numbers to start your computer or reinstall the operating system. The Windows Certificate of Authenticity of your computer is shown as below: Features Processor...
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• mSATA solid state drive (on some models) Display The color display uses TFT technology. • Size: 14.0 inches (355.6 mm) • Resolution: – LCD: Up to 1600-by-900, depending on the model – External analog monitor: Up to 2048-by-1536, depending on the model –...
• Integrated wireless WAN (on some models) • Integrated WiMAX (on some models) Security feature • Fingerprint reader (on some models) Specifications Size • Width: 340.5 mm (13.4 inches) • Depth: 232 mm (9.13 inches) • Height: 29.5 mm (1.16 inches) Heat output •...
If possible, place your computer in a well-ventilated and dry area without direct exposure to sunshine. Keep electrical appliances such as an electric fan, radio, air conditioner, and microwave oven away from your computer because the strong magnetic fields generated by these appliances can damage the monitor and data on the hard disk drive.
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Table 1. Applications on Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools (continued) Application Icon name ThinkVantage GPS SimpleTap SimpleTap Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the applications might not be available. • Accessing applications from Control Panel Click Start ➙ Control Panel. Depending on the application you want to access, click the corresponding section and then click the corresponding green text.
ThinkVantage applications This topic provides a brief introduction to some ThinkVantage applications. Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the applications might not be available. Access Connections The Access Connections program is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing location profiles.
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Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program helps you work more easily and securely by providing easy access to various technologies, such as: • Lenovo Solution Center • Power Manager • Rescue and Recovery • System Update Message Center Plus 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.
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Note: The SimpleTap program is only available on certain models preinstalled with the Windows 7 operating system. If your Windows 7 model is not preinstalled with the SimpleTap program, you can download it from http://www.lenovo.com/support. System Update The System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date by downloading and installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, UEFI BIOS updates, and other third party applications).
Frequently asked questions Here are a few tips that will help you optimize the use of ThinkPad notebook. To ensure that you receive the best performance from your computer, browse the following Web page to find information such as aids for troubleshooting and answers to frequently asked questions: http://www.lenovo.com/support...
• Take advantage of the networking features by use of the Access Connections program. • To learn more about using the wireless features of your computer, refer to “Wireless connections” on page 32. • To travel more confidently, be sure to check the tips in “Traveling with your computer” on page 47. •...
All this can be achieved from the Rescue and Recovery workspace. To open the Rescue and Recovery workspace, do the following: 1. Turn on the computer. 2. When the ThinkPad logo is displayed on the screen, press the ThinkVantage button. The Rescue and Recovery screen opens. Function key combinations...
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Enabling or disabling the wireless features • Fn+F5 Enable or disable the built-in wireless networking features. Notes: To use this function, the following device drivers must be installed on your computer beforehand: – Power Manager driver – OnScreen Display Utility –...
Volume and mute buttons You can adjust the sound level of the built-in speakers by using the following three buttons: Speaker mute button Volume control button Microphone mute button If you mute the sound and then turn off your computer, the sound will remain muted when you turn on your computer again.
Windows key You can display or hide the Start menu of the Windows operating system by pressing the Windows key You also can use the Windows key together with another key to achieve other functions. For details, refer to the help information system of the Windows operating system. Using the UltraNav pointing device Your computer comes with the UltraNav pointing device.
Using the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device consists of a pointing stick on the keyboard and three click buttons at the bottom of the keyboard. To move the pointer on the screen, you apply pressure to the nonslip cap on the pointing stick in any direction parallel to the keyboard;...
Replacing the cap The cap on the end of the TrackPoint pointing stick is removable. You can replace it as shown in the drawing. Note: If you replace the keyboard, a new keyboard is shipped with the default cap. If you wish, you can keep the cap from your old keyboard and use it on the new one.
Using the UltraNav pointing device and an external mouse If you attach an external mouse to a USB connector, you can use the external mouse simultaneously with the TrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad. Disabling the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad To disable the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad, do the following: 1.
The ac power adapter that comes with your computer has two basic components: • The transformer pack that converts ac power adapter for use with the computer. • The power cord that plugs into the ac outlet and into the transformer pack. Attention: Using an improper power cord could cause severe damage to your computer.
Managing the battery power With Power Manager, you can adjust your power settings to give you the best balance between performance and power saving. For instructions on accessing the Power Manager program, see “Accessing ThinkVantage applications” on page 14. For more information about the Power Manager program, refer to the help information system. Power-saving modes There are several modes that you can use at any time to conserve power.
• Wireless off When you are not using the wireless features, such as Bluetooth or wireless LAN, turn them off. This will help conserve power. To turn off the wireless features, press Fn+F5 or use the wireless radio switch. Enabling the wakeup function If you put your computer into hibernation mode, and the wakeup function is disabled (this is the default setting), the computer does not consume any power.
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DANGER If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. •...
Connecting to the network Your computer has one or more network cards for connecting to the Internet and to your company's wired LAN or wireless LAN network. Note: Some models come with a built-in wireless WAN card enabling you to establish wireless connections over remote public or private networks.
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Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a built-in wireless WAN card integrating some wireless WAN technologies, such as 1xEV-DO, HSPA, 3G, GPRS or LTE. You can connect to the Internet or your company network with the built-in wireless WAN card and the configuration utility to make a wireless WAN connection and monitor its status.
Bluetooth help information system. Using WiMAX Some ThinkPad notebook computers come with a built-in wireless LAN card integrating WiMAX technology. WiMAX, a long-range wireless data transmission technology based on the 802.16 standard, provides you with a “last mile” broadband connectivity similar to that offered by cable or ADSL, but without the need to physically connect a cable to the personal computer.
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Access Connections gauge If your computer is running the Windows 7 operating system, the Access Connections gauge on the taskbar displays the signal strength and status of your wireless connection. You can find more detailed information about the signal strength and status of your wireless connection by opening the Access Connections program or by right-clicking the Access Connections gauge on the taskbar and selecting View Status of Wireless Connection.
• Wireless status icon states: wireless WAN – Power to the WAN radio is off – No association – No signal – Signal level 1 – Signal level 2 – Signal level 3 Note: If you have trouble in making a connection, try moving your computer closer to your wireless access point.
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can see only part of the screen at a time. You can see other parts by moving the image with the TrackPoint pointing device or another pointing device. You can move the display output to the computer display, the external monitor, or both in the Display Settings window.
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• ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0 • ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 • ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 Notes: • The screen mode that can be used depends on the specifications of the DVI monitor.
1. Press Ctrl+Alt+F12. The Intel Graphics and Media Control Panel window opens. 2. Select Advanced Mode and click OK. 3. Select Multiple Displays. 4. In the Operating Mode field, select either of the following options and finish other configuration. – Single Display: Depending on your configuration, the computer output is displayed either on the computer display or the DVI monitor.
7. Click OK to apply the changes. Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature Some ThinkPad notebook computers support NVIDIA Optimus Graphics. To achieve the best balance between the computer performance and a long battery life, depending on the graphics quality demand of the running application and the settings of the power plan you use, the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature automatically switches between High Performance Graphics and Energy Saving Graphics.
Using audio features Your computer is equipped with the following: • Combo audio jack, 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) in diameter • Built-in speakers • Built-in microphone The following table shows which functions of the audio devices attached to the jacks on your computer or docking station are supported.
2. Click the Manage Settings button. The Communications Utility window opens. 3. In the Communications Utility window, configure the camera settings depending on your individual needs. Adjusting the video output of your camera To adjust the quality of the video output of your camera, do the following: 1.
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• High-Capacity(SDHC) cards • Secure Digital eXtended-Capacity(SDXC) cards • MultiMediaCard (MMC) modules Notes: • Your computer does not support the CPRM feature for the SD card. • When transferring data to or from a flash media card, such as an SD card, do not put your computer in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is complete.
Chapter 3. You and your computer This chapter provides you information about accessibility and traveling with your computer. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Accessibility and comfort” on page 45 • “Traveling with your computer” on page 47 Accessibility and comfort Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort.
Note that there are many ThinkPad product solutions available to help you modify and expand your computer to best suit your needs. Access the following Web site to view some of these options: http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html.
ThinkPad features that promote comfort: There are easy-to-use ThinkPad features that can help make your computer more comfortable to use. Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing people with disabilities greater access to information and technology. As a result, the following information provides ways to help users that have hearing, vision, and mobility limitations get the most out of their computer experience.
The following is a checklist of things to consider packing when you are going to be out of the office: Travel essentials: • ThinkPad ac power adapter • External mouse, if you are accustomed to using one • Ethernet cable •...
Chapter 4. Security This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use. Attaching a mechanical lock You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer, to help prevent it from being removed without your permission.
3. Turn your computer off and then turn it on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. the ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. 5. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to move down the menu.
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2. Save all open files, and exit all applications. 3. Turn your computer off and then on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. the ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. 5. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to move down the menu.
It provides the following security features: • If a supervisor password is set, a password prompt is displayed when you try to start the ThinkPad Setup program. Unauthorized users cannot get access to configuration data.
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3. Turn your computer off and then turn it on again. 4. When the logo screen is displayed, press F1. the ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. 5. Select Security, using the cursor directional keys to move down the menu.
10. Press F10 to exit from the Setup Notice window. The next time you open the ThinkPad Setup program, you will be prompted to type your password to proceed. Hard disk security To protect passwords from unauthorized security attacks, several of the latest technologies and algorithms are integrated into UEFI BIOS and hardware design of ThinkPad notebook computers.
• Strengthen access controls • Secure communications Setting the security chip The choices offered on the Security Chip submenu under the Security menu of ThinkPad Setup are the following: • Security Chip: activate, inactivate, or disable the security chip. • Security Reporting Options: enable or disable each security reporting option.
ThinkPad Setup by swiping your finger over the reader, without typing a password. Thus fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access.
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LED behavior of the fingerprint reader Table 4. LED behavior list_fingerprint reader Indicator Description Steady green The fingerprint reader is ready to swipe. Blinking green once The fingerprint is being authenticated or has been authenticated. Blinking green The fingerprint reader is ready to swipe in power-on authentication state.
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1. Place the ball of your finger—that is, the central part of the fingerprint—on the small circle above the reader. Make sure that the entire top joint of the finger is on the reader. 2. Apply light pressure and swipe your finger across the reader in one smooth motion. Logging on to the system After you enroll your fingerprint, log on to the system the following: 1.
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If you want to change the settings of the fingerprint reader, follow the procedure below. The fingerprint submenu under the Security menu of the ThinkPad Setup offers the following choices: • Predesktop Authentication: Enables or disables fingerprint authentication before the operating system is loaded.
• The reader often fails to enroll or authenticate your fingerprint. If your finger has any of the following conditions, you might not be able to register or authenticate it: • Your finger is wrinkled. • Your finger is rough, dry, or injured. •...
The data encrypted with the old key is not physically erased but remains on the drive; however, it cannot be decrypted without the old key. This feature is enabled by ThinkPad Setup Menu Extension Utility and is available as a menu item in ThinkPad Setup.
Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. Notes: 1. There are a variety of methods to choose from when considering how to recover in the event of a software- or hardware-related problem. Some methods vary depending on the type of your operating system.
• On the Windows 7 operating system, you can use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings only. You can use recovery media to put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed. Attention: When you use recovery media to restore the computer to the factory default settings, all the files currently on the hard disk drive will be deleted and replaced by the factory default settings.
Performing a recovery operation This section provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program. To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore.
Note: If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open, see “Solving recovery problems” on page 68. 4. Do one of the following: • To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue files and follow the instructions on the screen.
1. Attach the USB hard disk drive to one of the USB connectors on your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Boot Menu window opens, release the F12 key. 3. In the Boot Menu window, select the USB hard disk drive as the first boot device and press Enter. The rescue medium starts.
You must first make sure that your rescue device is set as the first boot device in the startup device sequence in the ThinkPad Setup program. Go to the Boot Menu to temporarily or permanently change the startup device sequence. For more information about the ThinkPad Setup program, see “ThinkPad Setup”...
Chapter 6. Replacing devices This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for your computer. • “Static electricity prevention” on page 69 • “Replacing the battery” on page 69 • “Replacing the hard disk drive” on page 73 •...
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DANGER If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. •...
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5. Slide the battery latch to the locked position. 6. Turn the computer over again. Reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. Using the extended life battery For longer battery life, an extended life battery is available as an option. You can attach it to the docking station connector of your computer by doing the following: 1.
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4. Slide the battery latch to the locked position. 5. Turn the computer over again. Reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. To remove the extended life battery, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer.
4. Press the latch as shown and detach the battery. 5. Turn the computer over again. Reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the hard disk drive Before you start, print these instructions. Notes: The hard disk drive or solid state drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data.
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5. Remove the slot cover. 6. Remove the hard disk drive or solid state drive by pulling out the tab. 7. Detach the side rubber rails from the hard disk drive or the side spacer rails from the solid state drive. User Guide...
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8. Attach the side rubber rails to the new hard disk drive or the side spacer rails to the new solid state drive. 9. Insert the hard disk drive or solid state drive into the slot; then press it firmly into place. 10.
11. Reinstall the screw. 12. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 13. Turn the computer over again. Reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the keyboard Before you start, print these instructions. DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, disconnect the cables before opening the cover of this slot.
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6. Turn the computer over and open the display. 7. Push hard in the direction shown by the arrows to unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The keyboard will open up slightly 8. Carefully lift the keyboard until you can see how it is connected. Hold the keyboard above the computer, and then detach the connector .
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Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: 1. Attach the connector. 2. Insert the keyboard. Make sure that the rear edges of the keyboard are under the frame, as shown by the arrows. User Guide...
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3. Slide the keyboard in the direction shown by the arrows. 4. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. Reinstall the screws. Chapter 6 Replacing devices...
5. Put the memory slot cover back in place , close the cover , and then tighten the screws 6. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 7. Turn the computer over again. Reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the memory module Before you start, print these instructions.
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Replacing memory in the slot on the underside of the computer Your computer has two memory slots: one under the keyboard and another on the underside of the computer. To replace the memory module, follow the procedure below: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2.
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7. Pivot the memory module downward until it snaps into place. 8. Make sure that the memory module is firmly fixed in the slot and cannot be moved easily. 9. Put the memory slot cover back in place , close the cover , and then tighten the screws 10.
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6. Find the notch on the contact edge side of the memory module you are installing. Attention: To avoid damaging the memory module, do not touch its contact edge. 7. With the notched end of the memory module toward the contact edge side of the socket, insert the memory module into the socket at an angle of about 20 degrees;...
2. When the logo screen is displayed, press the F1 key. The ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens. The Installed memory item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer. Replacing the wireless LAN/WiMAX card Before you start, print these instructions.
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6. Remove the screw . The card pops up 7. Remove the card. 8. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket contact of the computer. Chapter 6 Replacing devices...
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Note: If the new PCI Express Mini Card has two connectors, as in the next drawing, put the white cable in the cable protection tube. 9. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place by pressing the upper side of the connectors .
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10. Connect the cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card. Be sure to attach the gray cable to the connector marked “MAIN” or “M” on the card, and the black cable to the connector marked “AUX” or “A”. Note: If the new PCI Express Mini Card has three connectors, be sure to attach the gray cable to the connector marked “TR1”...
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6. Remove the screw . The card pops up . Then remove the card. 7. Remove the card. 8. Align the contact edge of the new card with the corresponding socket contact of the computer User Guide...
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Note: If the new PCI Express Mini Card has two connectors, as in the next drawing, put the white cable in the cable protection tube. 9. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place by pressing the upper side of the connectors .
13. Turn the computer over again. Reconnect the ac power adapter and all cables. Installing and replacing the wireless WAN card or mSATA solid state drive Before you start, print these instructions. Depending on the model, your computer might have a wireless WAN card, or an mSATA solid state drive, or neither installed in the PCI Express Mini Card slot.
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5. If a tool for removing connectors is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them. 6.
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8. Align the contact edge of the new wireless WAN card with the corresponding socket. Note: You also can replace the wireless WAN card with an mSATA solid state drive. 9. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place by pressing the upper side of each connector .
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10. Connect the cables to the new wireless WAN card. 11. Put the memory slot cover back in place , close the cover , and then tighten the screws 12. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 13.
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4. Loosen the screws on the memory slot cover , then remove the cover 5. If an mSATA solid state drive is already installed, remove the screw . The card pops up 6. Remove the card. 7. Align the contact edge of the new mSATA solid state drive with the corresponding socket. Note: You also can replace the mSATA solid state drive with a wireless WAN card.
8. Pivot the card downward until you can snap it into place . Secure the card with the screw 9. Put the memory slot cover back in place , close the cover , and then tighten the screws 10. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 11.
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Your computer might require a SIM card to establish wireless WAN connections. Depending on the country of delivery, the SIM card might be already installed in your computer or is part of the shipping contents that come with your computer. If you find a SIM card included in the shipping contents, a dummy card is installed in the SIM card slot.
6. Put the battery back in place, turn the computer over again, and reconnect the cables. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 69. Replacing the Ultrabay device Before you start, print these instructions. To replace the Ultrabay device, do the following: 1.
• “Using the Serial Ultrabay Enhanced feature” on page 99 • “ThinkPad port replicators and docking stations” on page 102 Finding ThinkPad options If you want to expand the capabilities of your computer, Lenovo has a number of hardware accessories and upgrades to meet your needs.
1. Remove the Serial Ultrabay Slim device or Serial Ultrabay Enhanced device from your computer. See “Replacing the hard disk drive” on page 73. 2. Open the hard disk drive stopper on the ThinkPad 12.7 mm Serial ATA Hard Drive Bay Adapter III. User Guide...
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4. Ensure that the hard disk drive is connected firmly. 5. Close the hard disk drive stopper. 6. Insert the ThinkPad 12.7 mm Serial ATA Hard Drive Bay Adapter III into the Serial Ultrabay Enhanced bay. Chapter 7 Enhancing your computer...
Always hold the whole assembly. Front view ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 and ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0 Power button: Press the power button to turn the computer on or off. Eject button: Press the eject button to release the computer from the port replicator.
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System lock key: Use the system lock key to lock the eject button. When the eject button is locked, you cannot attach or remove your computer. ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 and ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 Chapter 7...
USB 2.0 connectors: Connect USB 2.0 compatible devices. USB 2.0 connector (on the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3) or USB 3.0 connector (on the ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3 with USB 3.0): Connect compatible USB devices.
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USB 2.0 connectors: Connect USB 2.0 compatible devices. USB 2.0 connector (on the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3) or USB 3.0 connector (on the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3 with USB 3.0): Connect compatible USB devices.
USB 2.0 connectors: Connect USB 2.0 compatible devices. Power jack: Connect the ac power adapter. Note: For the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 (170 W) and ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 (170 W), use the ac power adapter shipped with your computer.
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USB connector. Also make sure that any connection to an Ethernet connector has been disconnected. • The following illustrations are for the ThinkPad Mini Dock Series 3. The procedure is the same for other docking stations. For port replicators, start with step 2.
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• If in either of the above two preceding situations the battery of your computer is detached, or has no battery charge, your computer shuts down. Connecting an external display to the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 and the ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB 3.0 Group 1 (top figure) and Group 2 (lower figure) are independent of each other.
2. Press the eject button until the computer moves up. Then, grasp both sides, and remove the computer. Security feature Use the security keyhole on the ThinkPad port replicator or docking station to attach a mechanical lock. By attaching a mechanical lock, you can secure the port replicator or docking station to a stationary object, such as a desk, to protect your port replicator or docking station from theft.
For the ThinkPad docking stations, in addition to attaching a mechanical lock to the docking station, you also can use the system lock key to lock the eject button. When the eject button is locked, the computer cannot be detached from the docking station.
Installing a new operating system If you install a new operating system in your computer, you need to install the supplement files and ThinkPad device drivers for it at the same time. The necessary files are located in the following directories of your solid state drive or hard disk drive: •...
8. Install the Intel Chipset Support for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7. To do this, run Setup.exe in C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS\INTELINF\infinst_autol. 9. Install ThinkPad AMD SMBus Driver for Windows 7 and ThinkPad AMD SATA Controller Driver for Windows 7. 10. Install device drivers. See “Installing device drivers” on page 113.
The ThinkPad monitor file for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 is in the following directory: C:\SWTOOLS\DRIVERS\MONITOR Note: If you cannot find this directory on your hard disk drive or solid state drive, download the ThinkPad monitor file for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 from the ThinkPad Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers...
Your computer comes with the ThinkPad Setup program to enable you to select various setup parameters. To start ThinkPad Setup, do the following: 1. Turn on the computer. When the logo screen is displayed, press the F1 key. The ThinkPad Setup program main menu opens.
Main menu The Main menu is the first interface you see after you enter ThinkPad Setup. It displays the following configuration of your computer: • UEFI BIOS Version • UEFI BIOS Date (Year-Month-Day) • Embedded Controller Version • Machine Type Model •...
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Table 5. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Value Submenu item Comments • AC power is required with magic packet type Wake on LAN. • The Wake on LAN function does not work when a hard disk password is set. Ethernet LAN Option ROM •...
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Table 5. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Value Submenu item Comments • Auto If you select Auto, it enables you to connect and route appropriate USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 connectors. If you select Enabled, it enables USB 3.0 mode and allows USB 3.0 to be supported in the operating system.
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• Digital 1 on dock ThinkPad Setup. • Digital 2 on dock Digital on Thinkpad is the Mini DisplayPort on your computer. Digial 1 on dock and Digital 2 on dock are DisplayPort or DVI connectors on a docking station.
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Table 5. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Value Submenu item Comments ® Power Intel SpeedStep • Disabled Select the mode of Intel technology SpeedStep technology at • Enabled runtime. (Intel SpeedStep mounted Mode for AC models only) Maximum Performance: •...
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Table 5. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Value Submenu item Comments If you select Enabled, the system is powered on when the ac power adapter is attached. When the system is in hibernate state, the system resumes. If you select Disabled, the system is not powered on nor resumed when the ac power adapter is attached.
Intel AMT remote console. Date and Time menu If you need to set the current date and time of your computer, select Date/Time from the ThinkPad Setup menu. The following submenu is displayed: • System Date • System Time To change the date and time, do the following: 1.
3. Type the date or time. Security menu If you need to set the security features of your computer, select Security from the ThinkPad Setup menu. The following table lists the Security menu items. Notes: • Default values are in boldface. The default settings are already optimized for you. If you consider changing the computer configuration, proceed with extreme caution.
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Table 6. Security menu items (continued) Menu item Value Submenu item Comments Hard Disk x Password • Disabled See “Hard disk passwords” on page 50. • Enabled Notes: • Hard Disk 1 means the hard disk drive built into your computer. •...
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Table 6. Security menu items (continued) Menu item Value Submenu item Comments Physical Presence for • Disabled This option enables or disables the confirmation Provisioning message when you change the settings of the • Enabled security chip. Physical Presence for •...
Permanently Disabled, you will be unable to enable this setting again. Startup menu You might need to change the computer startup settings. To do so, select Startup from the ThinkPad Setup main menu. Attention: • After you change your startup sequence, you must be extremely careful not to specify a wrong device during a copy, a save, or a format operation.
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1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer; then, while the ThinkPad logo is displayed, press F12. 3. Select the device you want to start first. Note: The Boot menu will be displayed when the system cannot boot from any devices or the operating system cannot be found.
• Enabled Restart menu If you need to close the ThinkPad Setup and restart the system, select Restart from the ThinkPad Setup menu. The following submenu is displayed: • Exit Saving Changes: Restart the system after saving the changes.
Setting management features To enable the network administrator to control your computer remotely, you must configure the network interface by setting the system-management features in the ThinkPad Setup program. You can configure the following functions in the program: User Guide...
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Network Boot setting, and then follow the boot order list on the Boot menu. To define a sequence, do the following: 1. On the the ThinkPad Setup program menu, select Boot. The Boot submenu is displayed. 2. Select Network Boot and press the Enter key. The boot device list is displayed.
Chapter 9. Preventing problems An important part of owning a ThinkPad notebook computer is maintenance. With proper care, you can avoid common problems. The chapter provides information that can help you keep your computer running smoothly. • “General tips for preventing problems” on page 131 •...
not start up, download the files to create a bootable self-test media from the following Web site: http://www.lenovo.com/hddtest. Run the test and record any messages or error codes. If the test returns any failing error codes or messages, call the Customer Support Center with the codes or messages and the computer in front of you.
Taking care of your computer Although your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Be careful about where and how you work •...
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Lenovo to notify you about possible technical information and upgrades. Be sure not to modify your computer • Only an authorized ThinkPad repair technician should disassemble and repair your computer. • Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or closed.
Cleaning the cover of your computer Occasionally clean your computer by doing the following: 1. Prepare a mixture of a gentle kitchen-use detergent (one that does not contain abrasive powder or strong chemicals such as acid or alkaline). Use 5 parts water to 1 part detergent. 2.
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting computer problems This chapter provides information on what to do if you experience a problem with your computer. • “Diagnosing problems” on page 137 • “Troubleshooting” on page 137 Diagnosing problems If you experience problems with your computer, use the Lenovo Solution Center program as a starting point for solving them.
1. Press and hold the power switch until the computer turns off. After the computer is turned off, restart by pressing the power switch. If the computer does not turn on, continue with step 2. Note: Do not remove the battery and the ac power adapter to reset the computer. 2.
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• Message: 0183: Bad CRC of Security Settings in EFI Variable. Enter ThinkPad Setup. Solution: Checksum of the Security settings in the EFI Variable is not correct. Enter ThinkPad Setup to check security settings, Press F10 and then press Enter to restart the system. If you still have a problem, have the computer serviced.
• Message: Fan error Solution: Cooling fan has failed. Shut down the computer immediately and have the computer serviced. • Message: Thermal sensing error Solution: The thermal sensor has problem. Shut down the computer immediately and have the computer serviced. •...
Solution: Your screen saver or power management might have been enabled. Do either of the following: – Touch the TrackPoint pointing device or the touch pad, or press a key to exit the screen saver. – Press the power switch to resume from sleep or hibernation. Beep errors Table 8.
Problem: The Wake on LAN feature is not working. Solution: • Make sure that Wake on LAN is enabled in ThinkPad Setup. • If it is, check with your LAN administrator for the necessary settings. Problem: If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model, it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps.
Make sure that the wireless radio is enabled by double-clicking the Access Connections icon on the taskbar. Note: If you are using the Windows 7 operating system, click Show hidden icons on the taskbar. The Access Connections icon is displayed. For more information about the icon, refer to the Access Connections help information system.
Solution: Make sure that the TrackPoint pointing device or touch pad is enabled in the UltraNav Device Setting window. Keyboard problems Problem: All or some keys on the keyboard do not work. Solution: If an external numeric keypad is connected: 1.
• The display device driver is installed correctly. • The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set. • The monitor type is correct. To check these settings, do the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Personalize. 2. Click Display at the left. 3.
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• If the external monitor supports a lower resolution than the computer display, view output on the external monitor only. (If you view output on both the computer display and the external monitor, the external monitor screen will be blank or distorted.) Problem: You cannot set a higher resolution than the present one on your external monitor.
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Solution: Make sure that: • The monitor information is correct and the appropriate monitor type is selected. Refer to the solution to the above problem. • Make sure that an appropriate refresh rate is selected by doing the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet.
Solution: If you use the Extend desktop function, disable it, and change the display output location. If a DVD movie or a video clip is playing, stop the playback, close the application, and then change the display output location. Problem: The screen position on the external monitor is incorrect when that monitor is set for a high resolution.
• Problem: There is no volume control for MIDI sound in the Volume Mixer window. Solution: Use the hardware volume control. This is because the built-in synthesizer software does not support the control. • Problem: The sound cannot be turned off completely even if you set the Master volume control at minimum.
If the battery pack cannot be fully charged in 24 hours, use a new battery pack. Problem: Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty, or your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. Solution: Discharge and recharge the battery pack. Problem: The operating time for a fully charged battery pack is short.
2. Swap batteries with another similar model, if available. If another similar ThinkPad model is available, then verify that the battery pack works in the other computer and that the battery pack for the other model works in this computer.
• Problem: The computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator turns on) immediately after the power-on self-test. Solution: Make sure that: – The battery is charged. – The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. Refer to “Operating environment” on page If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced.
Problem: The hard disk drive does not work. Solution: On the Boot menu of ThinkPad Setup, make sure that the hard disk drive is on the Boot priority order list. If it is on the Excluded from boot order list, it is disabled. Select the entry for it on the list and press the Shift+1 key.
Solution: Make sure that the CD, DVD, or CD-RW disc is not dirty. If it is, clean it with a cleaner kit. Test another CD, DVD, or CD-RW disc. If the computer can read the other disc, the first disc might be defective.
A USB problem Problem: A device connected to the USB connector does not work. Solution: Open the Device Manager window. Make sure that the USB device setup is correct, and that the assignment of computer resource and the installation of the device driver are correct. Click Start ➙...
Chapter 11. Getting support This chapter provides information about getting help and support from Lenovo. • “Before you contact Lenovo” on page 157 • “Getting help and service” on page 157 • “Purchasing additional services” on page 159 Before you contact Lenovo Often, you can solve your computer problems by referring to the information in the explanations of error codes, running diagnostic programs, or by consulting the Lenovo Web site.
ThinkPad notebook computers come with a set of diagnostic programs that you can use to help you identify hardware problems. See “Diagnosing problems” on page 137 for instructions on using the diagnostic programs.
• Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) that apply to your hardware available. The following items are not covered: •...
Appendix A. Regulatory information Wireless related information Wireless interoperability Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), Complementary Code Keying (CCK), and/or Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) radio technology, and is compliant to: •...
Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas ThinkPad models feature an integrated diversity antenna system built into the display for optimal reception, enabling wireless communication wherever you are. Wireless LAN and WiMAX combo antenna (Main)
Classification Control Number (ECCN) of 4A994.b. It can be re-exported except to any of the embargoed countries in the EAR E1 country list. Electronic emissions notices The following information refers to the ThinkPad T430 and T430i, machine types 2342, 2344, 2345, 2347, 2349, 2350, 2351. Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.
Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse B. Korea Class B compliance statement Japanese VCCI Class B statement Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Appendix A.
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Lenovo encourages owners of information technology 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. Information on product recycling offerings can be found on Lenovo's Internet site at http://www.lenovo.com/social_responsibility/us/en/.
Disposing of Lenovo computer components Some Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have components that contain heavy metals or other environmental sensitive substances. To properly dispose of disused components, such as a printed circuit board or drive, use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor. Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers A button-shaped lithium battery is installed on the system board of your Lenovo computer to provide power to the computer clock while the computer is off or disconnected from the main power source.
Battery recycling information for the European Union Notice: This mark applies only to countries within the European Union (EU). Batteries or packaging for batteries are labeled in accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC concerning batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators. The Directive determines the framework for the return and recycling of used batteries and accumulators as applicable throughout the European Union.
Appendix C. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Access Connections Active Protection System Rescue and Recovery Secure Data Disposal ThinkLight ThinkPad ThinkVantage TrackPoint Ultrabay UltraConnect UltraNav Intel and Intel SpeedStep are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
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