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Lenovo ThinkPadP50 manual available for free PDF download: User Manual
Lenovo ThinkPadP50 User Manual (180 pages)
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Lenovo
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Laptop
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Read this First
7
Important Safety Information
8
Conditions that Require Immediate Action
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
General Battery Notice
12
Notice for Removable Rechargeable Battery
12
Notice for Non-Rechargeable Coin-Cell Battery
13
Heat and Product Ventilation
13
Electrical Current Safety Information
14
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Notice
15
Using Headphones or Earphones
15
Additional Safety Information
15
Chapter 1. Product Overview
17
Locating Computer Controls, Connectors, and Indicators
17
Front View
17
Left-Side View
19
Right-Side View
20
Rear View
21
Bottom View
23
Status Indicators
23
Locating Important Product Information
25
Machine Type and Model Information
25
FCC ID and IC Certification Information
26
Labels for the Windows Operating Systems
27
Features
28
Specifications
29
Operating Environment
30
Lenovo Programs
30
Accessing Lenovo Programs
30
An Introduction to Lenovo Programs
31
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
35
Registering Your Computer
35
Frequently Asked Questions
35
Getting Help about the Windows Operating System
36
Using the Multi-Touch Screen
37
Special Keys
39
Using the Thinkpad Pointing Device
41
Using the Trackpoint Pointing Device
41
Using the Trackpad with Buttons
41
Using the Trackpad Touch Gestures
42
Replacing the Cap on the Pointing Stick
43
Customizing the Thinkpad Pointing Device
43
Power Management
43
Using the Ac Power
44
Checking the Battery Status
44
Charging the Batteries
44
Managing the Battery Power
45
Power-Saving Modes
45
Handling the Battery
46
Connecting to the Network
47
Ethernet Connections
47
Wireless Connections
47
Using an External Display
51
Connecting an External Display
51
Choosing a Display Mode
52
Changing Display Settings
52
Using the Color Sensor
52
Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics Feature
53
Using Audio Features
53
Using the Camera
54
Using an Expresscard, a Media Card, or a Smart Card
54
Chapter 3. Enhancing Your Computer
57
Finding Thinkpad Options
57
Thinkpad Pen Pro
57
Copyright Lenovo
57
Thinkpad Workstation Dock
59
Docking Station Overview
59
Attaching the Docking Station to Your Computer
61
Detaching the Docking Station from Your Computer
62
Guidelines on Connecting Multiple External Displays to the Docking Station
62
Chapter 4. You and Your Computer
65
Accessibility and Comfort
65
Ergonomic Information
65
Comfort
66
Accessibility Information
66
Traveling with Your Computer
69
Travel Tips
69
Travel Accessories
69
Chapter 5. Security
71
Using Passwords
71
Typing Passwords
71
Power-On Password
71
Supervisor Password
72
Hard Disk Passwords
73
Hard Disk Security
75
Setting the Security Chip
76
Using the Fingerprint Reader
77
Notice on Deleting Data from Your Internal Storage Device
80
Using Firewalls
80
Protecting Data against Viruses
80
Chapter 6. Advanced Configuration
83
Installing a New Operating System
83
Installing the Windows 7 Operating System
83
Before You Start, Print These Instructions
83
Installing the Windows 10 Operating System
84
Installing Device Drivers
85
Using the Thinkpad Setup Program
85
Main Menu
85
Config Menu
86
Date and Time Menu
91
Security Menu
91
Startup Menu
96
Restart Menu
97
Updating the UEFI BIOS
98
Using System Management
98
Setting Management Features
99
Chapter 7. Preventing Problems
101
General Tips for Preventing Problems
101
Making Sure Device Drivers Are Up-To-Date
102
Taking Care of Your Computer
103
Cleaning the Cover of Your Computer
104
Chapter 8. Troubleshooting Computer Problems
107
Diagnosing Problems
107
Troubleshooting
107
Computer Stops Responding
107
Spills on the Keyboard
108
Error Messages
108
Beep Errors
110
Memory Module Problems
110
Networking Problems
111
Bluetooth Problems
112
Problems with the Keyboard and Other Pointing Devices
113
Problems with the Display and Multimedia Devices
113
Audio Problems
117
Fingerprint Reader Problems
119
Battery and Power Problems
119
Power Problems
120
A Power Button Problem
120
Problems with Drives and Other Storage Devices
122
A Software Problem
122
Problems with Ports and Connectors
123
Chapter 9. Recovery Overview
125
Recovery Overview for the Windows 7 Operating System
125
Creating and Using a Recovery Media
125
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
126
Using the Rescue and Recovery Workspace
127
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
128
Reinstalling Preinstalled Programs and Device Drivers
129
Solving Recovery Problems
130
Recovery Overview for the Windows 10 Operating System
130
Resetting Your Computer
130
Using Advanced Startup Options
130
Recovering Your Operating System if Windows 10 Fails to Start
131
Creating and Using a Recovery USB Drive
131
Chapter 10. Replacing Devices
133
Static Electricity Prevention
133
Replacing the Removable Battery
133
Installing or Replacing the Micro SIM Card
135
Replacing the Bottom Cover
136
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
137
Replacing the M.2 Solid-State Drive
139
Replacing the Memory Module under the Bottom Cover
142
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery
144
Replacing the Keyboard
145
Replacing an M.2 Wireless-WAN Card
149
Replacing the Memory Module under the Keyboard
152
Before You Start, Print These Instructions. Read the Important Safety Information First. See "Important Safety Information
152
Chapter 11. Getting Support
155
Before You Contact Lenovo
155
Getting Help and Service
155
Using Diagnostic Programs
156
Lenovo Support Web Site
156
Calling Lenovo
156
Purchasing Additional Services
157
Appendix A. Supplemental Information about the Ubuntu Operating System
159
Appendix B. Regulatory Information
163
Locating of the Ultraconnect™ Wireless Antennas
163
Wireless Related Information
163
Wireless-Radio Compliance Information
165
Locating Wireless Regulatory Notices
165
Certification Related Information
165
Export Classification Notice
165
Electronic Emission Notices
166
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
166
Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement
166
European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
166
German Class B Compliance Statement
167
Korea Class B Compliance Statement
167
Japan VCCI Class B Compliance Statement
167
Japan Compliance Statement for Products Which Connect to the Power Mains with Rated Current Less than or Equal to 20 a Per Phase
168
Japan Notice for Ac Power Cord
168
Lenovo Product Service Information for Taiwan
168
Eurasian Compliance Mark
168
Brazil Audio Notice
168
Appendix C. WEEE and Recycling Statements
169
Important WEEE Information
169
Recycling Information for China
169
Recycling Information for Japan
169
Copyright Lenovo
169
Recycling Information for Brazil
170
Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
171
Battery Recycling Information for the European Union
171
Battery Recycling Information for the United States and Canada
171
Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)
173
European Union Rohs
173
India Rohs
173
Turkish Rohs
173
Ukraine Rohs
173
China Rohs
174
Appendix E. ENERGY STAR Model Information
175
Appendix F. Notices
177
Trademarks
178
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