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Lenovo ThinkPad T431s User Manual (172 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Laptop | Size: 4.25 MB

User Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Read this First

7
- Important Safety Information
  8
  - Conditions that Require Immediate Action
    9
  - Safety Guidelines
    9
    
    Service and Upgrades
    9
    
    Power Cords and Power Adapters
    10
    
    Extension Cords and Related Devices
    11
    
    Plugs and Outlets
    11
    
    Power Supply Statement
    11
    
    External Devices
    12
    
    Lithium Coin Cell Battery Notice
    13
    
    Heat and Product Ventilation
    13
    
    Electrical Current Safety Information
    14
    
    Using Headphones or Earphones
    15
    
    Additional Safety Information
    15
Chapter 1. Product Overview

17
- Locating Computer Controls, Connectors, and Indicators
  17
  - Front View
    17
  - Right-Side View
    19
  - Thinkpad Mini Dock Series
    19
  - Left-Side View
    20
  - Bottom View
    21
  - Rear View
    22
  - Status Indicators
    22
- Locating Important Product Information
  24
  - Machine Type and Model Information
    24
  - FCC ID and IC Certification Information
    24
- Features
  25
- Specifications
  26
- Operating Environment
  27
- Lenovo Programs
  27
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

33
- Registering Your Computer
  33
- Frequently Asked Questions
  33
- Special Keys
  35
  - Function Keys
    35
  - Windows Key
    36
- Using the Thinkpad Pointing Device
  36
- Power Management
  38
  - Checking the Battery Status
    38
  - Using the Ac Power Adapter
    39
  - Charging the Battery
    39
  - Maximizing the Battery Life
    39
  - Managing the Battery Power
    40
  - Power-Saving Modes
    40
- Connecting to the Network
  41
  - Ethernet Connections
    41
  - Wireless Connections
    42
- Using an External Monitor
  45
  - Changing Display Settings
    47
- Using the Extend Desktop Function
  47
- Setting up a Presentation
  48
- Using Audio Features
  48
- Using the Camera
  49
- Using a Media Card
  50
  - Inserting a Media Card
    50
  - Removing a Media Card
    50
Chapter 3. You and Your Computer

51
- Accessibility and Comfort
  51
  - Ergonomic Information
    51
  - Comfort
    52
  - Accessibility Information
    52
- Traveling with Your Computer
  53
  - Travel Tips
    53
  - Travel Accessories
    54
Chapter 4. Security

55
- Attaching a Mechanical Lock
  55
- Using Passwords
  55
  - Passwords and Sleep Mode
    55
  - Typing Passwords
    55
  - Power-On Password
    56
  - Hard Disk Passwords
    56
  - Supervisor Password
    58
- Hard Disk Security
  60
- Setting the Security Chip
  61
- Using the Fingerprint Reader
  62
- Notice on Deleting Data from Your Hard Disk Drive or Solid-State Drive
  64
- Using Firewalls
  64
- Protecting Data against Viruses
  64
Chapter 5. Recovery Overview

67
- Recovery Overview for the Windows 7 Operating System
  67
- Recovery Overview for the Windows 8 Operating System
  72
Chapter 6. Replacing Devices

75
Chapter 7. Enhancing Your Computer

95
- Finding Thinkpad Options
  95
- Thinkpad Port Replicators and Docking Stations
  95
  - Front View
    96
  - Rear View
    98
  - Attaching a Thinkpad Port Replicator or Docking Station
    100
  - Detaching a Thinkpad Port Replicator or Docking Station
    102
  - Thinkpad Mini Dock Series 3 with USB
    102
  - Thinkpad Mini Dock Plus Series
    102
  - Thinkpad Mini Dock Plus Series 3 with USB
    102
  - Security Feature
    103
  - Using the System Lock Key
    104
Chapter 8. Advanced Configuration

105
- Installing a New Operating System
  105
- Installing Device Drivers
  107
- Thinkpad Setup
  108
  - Main Menu
    109
  - Config Menu
    109
  - Date and Time Menu
    115
  - Security Menu
    115
  - Startup Menu
    119
  - Restart Menu
    121
  - Updating Your System UEFI BIOS
    122
- Using System Management
  122
  - System Management
    122
  - Setting Management Features
    123
Chapter 9. Preventing Problems

125
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting Computer Problems

131
- Diagnosing Problems
  131
- Troubleshooting
  131
  - Computer Stops Responding
    131
  - Spills on the Keyboard
    132
  - Error Messages
    132
  - Errors Without Messages
    134
  - Beep Errors
    135
  - Memory Module Problems
    135
  - Networking Problems
    136
  - Problems with the Keyboard and Other Pointing Devices
    137
  - Problems with the Display and Multimedia Devices
    138
    
    External Monitor Problems
    139
    
    Audio Problems
    142
  - Fingerprint Reader Problems
    143
  - Battery and Power Problems
    143
    
    Power Problems
    144
    
    A Power Button Problem
    145
  - Problems with Drives and Other Storage Devices
    146
  - A Software Problem
    147
  - Problems with Ports and Connectors
    147
Chapter 11. Getting Support

149
- Before You Contact Lenovo
  149
- Getting Help and Service
  150
  - Using Diagnostic Programs
    150
  - Lenovo Support Web Site
    150
  - Calling Lenovo
    150
  - Finding Thinkpad Options
    151
- Purchasing Additional Services
  151
Appendix A. Regulatory Information

153
Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Statements

159
Appendix C. ENERGY STAR Model Information

163
- Copyright Lenovo
  163
Appendix D. Notices

165
- Trademarks
  166
Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)

167
- China Rohs
  167
- Turkish Rohs
  167
- Ukraine Rohs
  167
- India Rohs
  168
Appendix F. Eurasia Compliance Mark

169

General

Color

black

windows 7 professional

Touch Screen

Screen

Screen Type

other

Screen Size

14 inches

Screen Resolution

1600 x 900 (hd+)

Processor

Processor Brand

intel

Processor Model

intel 3rd generation core i5

Memory

Type of Memory

not provided

System Memory

4 gigabytes

System Memory Expansion

4 gigabytes

Audio

Audio Type

dolby home theater v4

Features

Card Reader

yes

Touchpad

not applicable

Power

Battery Type

lithium-ion

Dimensions

Depth

8.89 inches

Height

0.8 inches

Width

13.03 inches

Lenovo ThinkPad T431s Maintenance Manual (102 pages)

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Laptop | Size: 49.03 MB

Table of Contents
3
About this Manual

5
Chapter 1. Safety Information

7
Chapter 2. Important Service Information

25
- Strategy for Replacing Frus
  25
- Strategy for Replacing Frus for CTO, Special-Bid, and Standard Models
  26
  - Product Definition
    26
  - FRU Identification
    26
Chapter 3. General Checkout

29
- What to Do First
  29
- Checkout Guide
  30
  - Lenovo Solution Center
    30
  - Quick Test Programs
    30
  - UEFI Diagnostic Program
    31
  - Bootable Diagnostic Programs
    31
- Power System Checkout
  32
Chapter 4. Related Service Information

35
- Restoring the Factory Contents by Using the Recovery Disc Set
  35
- Using the Windows Recovery Programs on the Windows 8 Operating System
  36
- Passwords
  37
  - Power-On Password
    37
  - Hard Disk Password
    37
  - Supervisor Password
    38
  - How to Remove the Power-On Password
    38
  - How to Remove the Hard Disk Password
    38
- Power Management
  39
- Symptom-To-FRU Index
  40
  - Numeric Error Codes
    41
  - Error Messages
    42
  - Beep Symptoms
    42
  - No-Beep Symptoms
    43
  - LCD-Related Symptoms
    43
  - Intermittent Problems
    44
  - Undetermined Problems
    44
Chapter 5. Status Indicators

45
Chapter 6. Function Keys

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Chapter 7. Locations

49
- Locating Computer Controls, Connectors, and Indicators
  49
  - Front View
    49
  - Rear View
    50
  - Bottom View
    50
- Locating Frus and Crus
  51
  - Major Frus
    52
  - LCD Frus
    54
  - Miscellaneous Parts and Other Frus
    54
- Looking up FRU Information
  55
Chapter 8. FRU Replacement Notices

57
- Screw Notices
  57
- Retaining Serial Numbers
  58
Chapter 9. Removing or Replacing a FRU

61
- General Guidelines
  61
- Before Servicing the Computer
  62
  - Disabling the Built-In Battery
    62
  - Removing the SIM Card
    62
- 1010 Base Cover
  63
- 1020 Hard Disk Drive or Solid-State Drive
  64
- 1030 M.2 Wireless LAN Card
  65
- 1040 M.2 Wireless WAN Card
  66
- 1050 Memory Module
  67
- 1060 Backup Battery
  68
- 1070 Battery Pack
  69
- 1080 Keyboard
  70
- 1090 Thermal Fan Assembly
  74
- 1100 Hard Disk Drive or Solid-State Drive Sub Card
  76
- 1110 Speaker Assembly
  76
- 1120 System Board and Media Card Reader Slot
  78
- 1130 Fingerprint Reader
  81
- 1140 DC-In Cable Assembly
  82
- 1150 LED and Power Button Board
  83
- 1160 LCD Unit
  84
- 1170 Clickpad
  86
- Step Screw (Quantity) Color
  
  86
Appendix A. Notices

97
- Electronic Emissions Notices
  98
- Trademarks
  98
Appendix B. Abbreviation Table

99

Lenovo ThinkPad T431s Safety, Warranty, And Setup Manual (2 pages)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T431s Setup Manual (2 pages)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T431s User Manual (172 pages)

Table of Contents

Read this First

Chapter 1. Product Overview

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

Chapter 3. You and Your Computer

Chapter 4. Security

Chapter 5. Recovery Overview

Chapter 6. Replacing Devices

Chapter 7. Enhancing Your Computer

Chapter 8. Advanced Configuration

Chapter 9. Preventing Problems

Chapter 10. Troubleshooting Computer Problems

Chapter 11. Getting Support

Appendix A. Regulatory Information

Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Statements

Appendix C. ENERGY STAR Model Information

Appendix D. Notices

Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)

Appendix F. Eurasia Compliance Mark

Lenovo ThinkPad T431s Maintenance Manual (102 pages)

Table of Contents

About this Manual

Chapter 1. Safety Information

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

Chapter 3. General Checkout

Chapter 4. Related Service Information

Chapter 5. Status Indicators

Chapter 6. Function Keys

Chapter 7. Locations

Chapter 8. FRU Replacement Notices

Chapter 9. Removing or Replacing a FRU

Step Screw (Quantity) Color

Appendix A. Notices

Appendix B. Abbreviation Table

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