Chapter 2. Using Your Computer; Registering Your Computer; Using Keyboard Shortcuts - Lenovo ThinkCentre M79 User Manual

Chapter 2. Using your computer

This chapter provides information about the following topics:
• "Registering your computer" on page 17
• "Using keyboard shortcuts" on page 17
• "Using the fingerprint reader" on page 18
• "Using the wheel mouse" on page 18
• "Setting the computer volume" on page 19
• "Using a disc" on page 20
• "Navigating among screens on the Windows 8.1 operating system" on page 22
• "Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8.1 operating system" on page 23
• "Frequently asked questions" on page 23

Registering your computer

When you register your computer, information is entered into a database, which enables Lenovo to contact
you in case of a recall or other severe problem. After you register your computer with Lenovo, you will receive
quicker service when you call Lenovo for help. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and
services to registered users.
To register your computer with Lenovo, do one of the following:
• Go to http://www.lenovo.com/register and follow the instructions on the screen to register your computer.
• Register your computer through a preinstalled registration program with your computer connected to
the Internet:
- For Windows 7: The preinstalled Lenovo Product Registration program launches automatically after you
have used your computer for a time. Follow the instructions on the screen to register your computer.
- For Windows 8.1: Open the Lenovo Support program. Then, click Registration and follow the
instructions on the screen to register your computer.
Note: For detailed information on how to open the Lenovo Support program on Windows 8.1, see
"Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8.1 operating system" on page 13.

Using keyboard shortcuts

Depending on the model, your computer comes with either a standard keyboard or a fingerprint-reader
keyboard. The Microsoft Windows keyboard shortcuts are provided on both types of keyboards.
A keyboard shortcut is one key or combination of multiple keys. Through keyboard shortcuts, you can
perform tasks that would typically require a mouse or other pointing devices. Keyboard shortcuts provide
an easier alternative to interact with your computer as you work with the Windows operating system and
most applications.
For more information about the keyboard shortcuts, go to http://windows.microsoft.com/, and then type any
of the following keywords for searching: keyboard shortcuts, key combinations, shortcut keys.
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