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Lenovo ThinkCentre 3157 User Manual (136 pages)
ThinkCentre
Brand:
Lenovo
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 4.52 MB
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
16
Software Overview
16
Software Provided by Lenovo
16
Lenovo Welcome
17
Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
17
Product Recovery
17
Adobe Reader
18
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
36
Chapter 4. Security
37
Security Features
37
Locking the Computer Cover
38
Attaching an Integrated Cable Lock
39
Using Passwords
39
BIOS Passwords
39
Windows Passwords
40
Configuring the Fingerprint Reader
40
Using and Understanding Firewalls
40
Protecting Data against Viruses
40
Chapter 5. Installing or Replacing Hardware
43
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
43
Installing or Replacing Hardware
43
Installing External Options
43
Removing the Computer Cover
44
Removing and Reinstalling the Front Bezel
44
Accessing the System Board Components and Drives
46
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
47
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
49
Replacing the Battery
51
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
52
Installing or Replacing the Optical Drive
54
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
58
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
61
Replacing the Microprocessor
65
Replacing the Front Audio and USB Assembly
68
Replacing the System Fan Assembly
69
Replacing the Keyboard
71
Replacing the Mouse
71
Completing the Parts Replacement
72
Obtaining Device Drivers
73
Chapter 6. Recovery Information
75
Creating and Using Recovery Media
75
Creating Recovery Media
75
Using Recovery Media
76
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
76
Performing a Backup Operation
76
Performing a Recovery Operation
77
Using the Rescue and Recovery Workspace
77
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
78
Creating a Rescue Medium
78
Using a Rescue Medium
79
Reinstalling Preinstalled Applications and Device Drivers
79
Reinstalling Software Programs
80
Reinstalling Device Drivers
81
Solving Recovery Problems
81
Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility Program
83
Starting the Setup Utility Program
83
Viewing and Changing Settings
83
Using Passwords
83
Password Considerations
84
Power-On Password
84
Administrator Password
84
Hard Disk Password
84
Setting, Changing, and Deleting a Password
84
Erasing Lost or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing CMOS)
85
Enabling or Disabling a Device
85
Selecting a Startup Device
86
Selecting a Temporary Startup Device
86
Selecting or Changing the Startup Device Sequence
86
Enabling Erp Compliance Mode
86
Exiting the Setup Utility Program
87
Chapter 8. Updating System Programs
89
Using System Programs
89
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from a Disc
89
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from Your Operating System
90
Recovering from a POST/BIOS Update Failure
90
Chapter 9. Preventing Problems
93
Keeping Your Computer Current
93
Getting the Latest Device Drivers for Your Computer
93
Updating Your Operating System
93
Using System Update
93
Cleaning and Maintenance
94
Basics
94
Cleaning Your Computer
95
Good Maintenance Practices
96
Moving Your Computer
96
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
99
Basic Troubleshooting
99
Troubleshooting Procedure
100
Troubleshooting
100
Audio Problems
101
CD Problems
102
DVD Problems
103
Intermittent Problems
105
Keyboard, Mouse, or Pointing Device Problems
105
Monitor Problems
107
Networking Problems
108
Ethernet Problems
109
A Wireless Lan Problem
110
A Wireless Wan Problem
110
Option Problems
111
Performance and Lockup Problems
112
Printer Problems
114
Serial Port Problems
115
Software Problems
115
USB Problems
116
Diagnostic Programs
116
Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
117
PC-Doctor for DOS
117
Chapter 11. Getting Information, Help, and Service
119
Information Resources
119
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
119
Lenovo Welcome
119
Help and Support
119
Safety and Warranty
119
Lenovo Web Site (Http://Www.lenovo.com)
119
Lenovo Support Web Site
120
Help and Service
120
Using the Documentation and Diagnostic Programs
120
Calling for Service
120
Using Other Services
121
Purchasing Additional Services
121
Appendix A. Notices
123
Trademarks
124
Appendix B. Regulatory Information
125
Export Classification Notice
125
Television Output Notice
125
Electronic Emissions Notices
125
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
125
Additional Regulatory Information
127
Appendix C. WEEE and Recycling Statements
129
Important Information for the European Directive 2002/96/EC
129
Recycling Information
129
Index
131
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