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Lenovo ThinkCentre M81 7518 User Manual (146 pages)
Lenovo ThinkCentre M81 7518: User Guide
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Lenovo
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Desktop
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Table of Contents
User Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Important Safety Information
7
Service and Upgrades
7
Static Electricity Prevention
7
Extension Cords and Related Devices
8
Power Cords and Power Adapters
8
External Devices
9
Heat and Product Ventilation
9
Plugs and Outlets
9
Modem Safety Information
10
Operating Environment
10
Cleaning and Maintenance
11
Laser Compliance Statement
11
Power Supply Statement
11
Chapter 1. Product Overview
13
Features
13
Specifications
13
Specifications
16
Software Overview
16
Software Provided by Lenovo
16
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
17
Lenovo Welcome
17
Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
17
Product Recovery
18
Adobe Reader
19
Antivirus Software
19
Locations
19
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
19
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
20
Locating Components
22
Locating Parts on the System Board
23
Locating Internal Drives
24
Machine Type and Model Label
25
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
27
Frequently Asked Questions
27
Using the Keyboard
27
Using Windows Shortcut Keys
27
Using the Blue Thinkvantage Button
28
Using a Fingerprint Reader
28
Using the Wheel Mouse
28
Adjusting Audio
29
About Your Computer Audio
29
Setting the Volume from the Desktop
29
Setting the Volume from Control Panel
29
Using Cds and Dvds
30
Handling and Storing CD and DVD Media
30
Playing a CD or DVD
30
Recording a CD or DVD
31
Copyright Lenovo 2011
33
Chapter 3. You and Your Computer
33
Accessibility and Comfort
33
Arranging Your Workspace
33
Comfort
33
Glare and Lighting
34
Air Circulation
34
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
34
Register Your Computer with Lenovo
35
Moving Your Computer to Another Country or Region
35
Voltage-Selection Switch
35
Replacement Power Cords
35
Chapter 4. Security
37
Security Features
37
Attaching an Integrated Cable Lock
38
Using Passwords
38
BIOS Passwords
38
Windows Passwords
39
Setting up the Integrated Security Chip
39
Setting the Security Chip
39
Using and Understanding Firewalls
40
Protecting Data against Viruses
40
Chapter 5. Installing or Replacing Hardware
41
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
41
Installing or Replacing Hardware
41
Installing External Options
41
Opening the Computer Cover
42
Removing and Reinstalling the Front Bezel
42
Accessing the System Board Components and Drives
44
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
45
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
46
Installing or Replacing the Card Reader
48
Replacing the Card Reader
51
Replacing the Battery
53
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
54
Replacing the Optical Drive
57
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
59
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
62
Replacing the Microprocessor
67
Replacing the Internal Speaker
70
Replacing the Front Audio and USB Assembly
75
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
77
Completing the Parts Replacement
77
Obtaining Device Drivers
78
Chapter 6. Recovery Information
79
Creating and Using Recovery Media
79
Creating Recovery Media
79
Using Recovery Media
80
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
80
Performing a Backup Operation
80
Performing a Recovery Operation
81
Using the Rescue and Recovery Workspace
81
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
82
Creating a Rescue Medium
82
Using a Rescue Medium
83
Reinstalling Preinstalled Applications and Device Drivers
83
Reinstalling Software Programs
84
Reinstalling Device Drivers
85
Solving Recovery Problems
85
Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility Program
87
Starting the Setup Utility Program
87
Viewing and Changing Settings
87
Using Passwords
87
Password Considerations
88
Power-On Password
88
Administrator Password
88
Hard Disk Password
88
Setting, Changing, and Deleting a Password
88
Erasing Lost or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing CMOS)
89
Enabling or Disabling a Device
89
Selecting a Startup Device
89
Selecting a Temporary Startup Device
90
Selecting or Changing the Startup Device Sequence
90
Enabling Erp Compliance Mode
90
Smart Performance Choices
91
Exiting the Setup Utility Program
91
Chapter 8. Updating System Programs
93
Using System Programs
93
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from a Disc
93
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from Your Operating System
94
Recovering from a POST/BIOS Update Failure
94
Chapter 9. Preventing Problems
97
Keeping Your Computer Current
97
Getting the Latest Device Drivers for Your Computer
97
Updating Your Operating System
97
Using System Update
97
Cleaning and Maintenance
98
Basics
98
Cleaning Your Computer
99
Good Maintenance Practices
100
Moving Your Computer
100
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
103
Basic Troubleshooting
103
Troubleshooting Procedure
104
Troubleshooting
104
Audio Problems
105
CD Problems
106
DVD Problems
107
Intermittent Problems
109
Keyboard, Mouse, or Pointing Device Problems
109
Monitor Problems
111
Networking Problems
112
Ethernet Problems
113
A Wireless Lan Problem
114
A Wireless Wan Problem
114
Option Problems
115
Performance and Lockup Problems
116
Printer Problems
118
Serial Port Problems
119
Software Problems
119
USB Problems
120
Diagnostic Programs
120
Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
121
PC-Doctor for DOS
121
Chapter 11. Getting Information, Help, and Service
123
Information Resources
123
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
123
Thinkvantage Productivity Center
123
Lenovo Welcome
123
Help and Support
123
Safety and Warranty
124
Lenovo Web Site (Http://Www.lenovo.com)
124
Lenovo Support Web Site
124
Help and Service
124
Using the Documentation and Diagnostic Programs
124
Calling for Service
125
Using Other Services
125
Purchasing Additional Services
126
Appendix A. Notices
127
Trademarks
128
Appendix B. Regulatory Information
129
Export Classification Notice
129
Television Output Notice
129
EU-EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) en 55022 Class B Statement of Compliance
129
Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
130
Japan Compliance Statement for Products Which Connect to the Power Mains with Rated Current Less than or Equal to 20 a Per Phase
130
Additional Regulatory Information
130
Appendix C. WEEE and Recycling Statements
131
Important Information for the European Directive 2002/96/EC
131
Recycling Information
134
Appendix D. Power Cord Notice
137
Index
141
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