Lenovo 30BB Manuals

Table of Contents

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    Table of Contents
  • 7

    Before Using This Manual
  • 7

    Read This First: Important Safety Information
  • 7

    Service and Upgrades
  • 8

    Power Cords and Power Adapters
  • 8

    Static Electricity Prevention
  • 9

    Extension Cords and Related Devices
  • 9

    External Devices
  • 9

    Heat and Product Ventilation
  • 9

    Plugs and Outlets
  • 10

    Computer Placement Notices
  • 10

    Operating Environment
  • 11

    Hazardous Energy Statement
  • 11

    Laser Compliance Statement
  • 11

    Lithium Coin-cell Battery Notice
  • 12

    Using Earphones, Headphones, or a Headset
  • 13

    Cleaning and Maintenance

• 15

  Chapter 1. Product Overview

  • 15

    Hardware Locations
    • 15

      Front View
    • 17

      Rear View
    • 20

      Computer Components
    • 21

      Parts On the System Board
    • 23

      Internal Storage Drives
    • 25

      Machine Type and Model Label
  • 25

    Computer Features
  • 28

    Computer Specifications
  • 29

    Programs
    • 29

      Accessing a Program On Your Computer
    • 30

      Installing a Program That Is Ready to Be Installed (Windows 7 Only)
    • 30

      An Introduction to Lenovo Programs

• 33

  Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

  • 33

    Registering Your Computer
  • 33

    Setting the Computer Volume
  • 33

    Using a Disc
    • 33

      Guidelines about Using the Optical Drive
    • 33

      Handling and Storing a Disc
    • 34

      Playing and Removing a Disc
    • 34

      Recording a Disc
  • 35

    Connecting to a Network

• 37

  Chapter 3. You and Your Computer

  • 37

    Arranging Your Workspace
    • 37

      Glare and Lighting
    • 37

      Air Circulation
    • 37

      Electrical Outlet Locations and Cable Lengths
    • 37

      Comfort
  • 38

    Accessibility Information
  • 41

    Cleaning Your Computer
  • 41

    Maintenance
    • 41

      Basic Maintenance Tips
    • 42

      Good Maintenance Practices
    • 42

      Keeping Your Computer Current
  • 43

    Moving Your Computer

• 45

  Chapter 4. Security

  • 45

    Locking Your Computer
    • 45

      Locking the Computer Cover
    • 47

      Attaching a Kensington-style Cable Lock
  • 47

    Viewing and Changing Security Settings in the Setup Utility Program
  • 47

    Using Passwords and Windows Accounts
  • 48

    Using Fingerprint Authentication
  • 48

    Using the Cover Presence Switch
  • 49

    Using Firewalls
  • 49

    Protecting Data against Viruses
  • 49

    Using the Smart USB Protection Function
  • 50

    Computrace Agent Software Embedded in Firmware
  • 50

    Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
  • 50

    Intel BIOS Guard

• 51

  Chapter 5. Advanced Configuration

  • 51

    Using the Setup Utility Program
    • 51

      Starting the Setup Utility Program
    • 51

      Changing the Display Mode of the Setup Utility Program
    • 51

      Changing the Display Language of the Setup Utility Program
    • 52

      Enabling or Disabling a Device
    • 52

      Enabling or Disabling the Automatic Power-on of Your Computer
    • 52

      Enabling or Disabling the ErP LPS Compliance Mode
    • 53

      Enabling or Disabling the Configuration Change Detection
    • 53

      Changing the BIOS Settings before Installing a New Operating System
    • 53

      Using BIOS Passwords
      • 54

        Password Types
      • 54

        Password Considerations
    • 55

      Selecting a Startup Device
    • 56

      Changing the Fan Speed Level
    • 56

      Selecting a Temporary Startup Device
    • 56

      Exiting the Setup Utility Program
  • 56

    Updating and Recovering the BIOS
  • 57

    Configuring RAID
    • 57

      An Introduction to RAID
    • 58

      Configuring RAID With Intel RSTe
    • 59

      Configuring RAID With AVAGO MegaRAID Configuration Utility
    • 61

      Configuring RAID With Intel Virtual RAID On CPU

• 65

  Chapter 6. Troubleshooting, Diagnostics, and Recovery

  • 65

    Basic Procedure for Resolving Computer Problems
  • 65

    Troubleshooting
    • 65

      Startup Problems
    • 66

      Audio Problems
    • 67

      CD or DVD Problems
    • 68

      Intermittent Problems
    • 68

      Storage Drive Problems
    • 68

      Ethernet LAN Problems
    • 69

      Wireless LAN Problem
    • 70

      Bluetooth Problems
    • 71

      Performance Problems
    • 72

      Serial Connector Problem
    • 72

      USB Device Problem
    • 73

      Software and Driver Problems
  • 73

    Diagnosing Problems
  • 75

    Recovery Information

• 77

  Chapter 7. Hardware Removal and Installation

  • 77

    Handling Static-sensitive Devices
  • 77

    Preparing Your Computer and Removing the Computer Cover
  • 78

    Removing and Installing Hardware
    • 78

      External Options
    • 79

      Device in the Flex Bay
    • 81

      Storage Drive in the Front-access Storage Enclosure
    • 88

      Device in the Multi-drive Conversion Kit
    • 99

      Flex-bay Bracket
    • 101

      Cover Presence Switch
    • 103

      3.5-Inch Storage Drive in the Storage Drive Bay
    • 107

      2.5-Inch Storage Drive in the Storage Drive Bay
    • 112

      2.5-Inch Storage Drive With a Converter in the Storage Drive Bay
    • 120

      M.2 Solid-state Drive
    • 130

      Power Supply Assembly
    • 132

      PCIe Card
    • 138

      Full-length PCIe Card
    • 141

      Super Capacitor Module
    • 143

      Front Fan Assembly
    • 145

      Rear Fan Assembly
    • 148

      Memory Module
    • 152

      Coin-cell Battery
    • 154

      Wi-Fi Units
  • 159

    Completing the Parts Replacement

• 163

  Chapter 8. Getting Information, Help, and Service

  • 163

    Information Resources
    • 163

      Accessing the User Guide in Various Languages
    • 163

      Windows Help System
    • 163

      Safety and Warranty
    • 163

      Lenovo Web Site
    • 164

      Lenovo Support Web Site
    • 164

      Frequently Asked Questions
  • 164

    Help and Service
    • 164

      Calling for Service
    • 165

      Using Other Services
    • 165

      Purchasing Additional Services

• 167

  Appendix A. System Memory Speed

• 169

  Appendix B. Supplemental Information about the Ubuntu Operating System

• 171

  Appendix C. Regulatory Information

  • 171

    Export Classification Notice
  • 171

    Electronic Emissions Notices
    • 171

      Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
  • 173

    Eurasian Compliance Mark
  • 173

    Brazil Audio Notice
  • 173

    Mexico Wireless-radio Compliance Information
  • 174

    Additional Regulatory Information

• 175

  Appendix D. WEEE and Recycling Information

  • 175

    Important WEEE Information
  • 175

    Recycling Information for Japan
  • 176

    Recycling Information for Brazil
  • 176

    Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
  • 177

    Battery Recycling Information for the European Union

• 179

  Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (Rohs) Directive

• 183

  Appendix G. Notices

• 185

  Appendix H. Trademarks