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Lenovo ThinkCentre 4476 User Manual (144 pages)
User Manual
Brand:
Lenovo
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 5.75 MB
Table of Contents
User Guide
1
Table of Contents
5
Important Safety Information
9
Service and Upgrades
9
Static Electricity Prevention
9
Extension Cords and Related Devices
10
Power Cords and Power Adapters
10
External Devices
11
Heat and Product Ventilation
11
Plugs and Outlets
11
Modem Safety Information
12
Operating Environment
12
Cleaning and Maintenance
13
Laser Compliance Statement
13
Power Supply Statement
13
Chapter 1. Product Overview
15
Features
15
Specifications
19
Software Overview
19
Software Provided by Lenovo
19
Thinkvantage Productivity Center
20
Product Recovery
21
Adobe Reader
22
Antivirus Software
22
Locations
22
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
23
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
24
Locating Components
26
Locating Parts on the System Board
27
Locating Internal Drives
28
Machine Type and Model Label
28
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
31
Frequently Asked Questions
31
Using the Keyboard
31
Using Windows Shortcut Keys
31
Using a Fingerprint Reader
32
Using the Wheel Mouse
32
Adjusting Audio
32
About Your Computer Audio
32
Setting the Volume from the Desktop
33
Setting the Volume from Control Panel
33
Using Cds and Dvds
33
Handling and Storing CD and DVD Media
34
Playing a CD or DVD
34
Recording a CD or DVD
34
Chapter 3. You and Your Computer
37
Copyright Lenovo 2011
37
Accessibility and Comfort
37
Arranging Your Workspace
37
Comfort
37
Glare and Lighting
38
Air Circulation
38
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
38
Register Your Computer with Lenovo
39
Moving Your Computer to Another Country or Region
39
Voltage-Selection Switch
39
Replacement Power Cords
39
Chapter 4. Security
41
Security Features
41
Locking the Computer Cover
42
Attaching an Integrated Cable Lock
43
Using Passwords
43
BIOS Passwords
43
Windows Passwords
44
Setting up the Integrated Security Chip
44
Setting the Security Chip
44
Using and Understanding Firewalls
45
Protecting Data against Viruses
45
Chapter 5. Installing or Replacing Hardware
47
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
47
Installing or Replacing Hardware
47
Installing External Options
47
Removing the Computer Cover
48
Removing and Reinstalling the Front Bezel
49
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
49
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
52
Installing or Replacing the Optical Drive
54
Installing or Replacing the Card Reader
56
Installing the Card Reader
57
Replacing the Card Reader
59
Replacing the Battery
60
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
61
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
63
Replacing the Microprocessor
65
Installing the Solid State Drive
68
Replacing the Primary Hard Disk Drive
69
Replacing the Secondary Hard Disk Drive
71
Replacing the Front Fan Assembly
73
Replacing the Rear Fan Assembly
75
Replacing the Front Audio and USB Assembly
77
Replacing the Internal Speaker
78
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
80
Completing the Parts Replacement
81
Obtaining Device Drivers
82
Chapter 6. Recovery Information
83
Creating and Using Recovery Media
83
Creating Recovery Media
83
Using Recovery Media
84
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
84
Performing a Backup Operation
84
Performing a Recovery Operation
85
Using the Rescue and Recovery Workspace
85
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
86
Creating a Rescue Medium
86
Using a Rescue Medium
87
Reinstalling Preinstalled Applications and Device Drivers
87
Reinstalling Software Programs
88
Reinstalling Device Drivers
89
Solving Recovery Problems
89
Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility Program
91
Starting the Setup Utility Program
91
Viewing and Changing Settings
91
Using Passwords
91
Password Considerations
92
Power-On Password
92
Administrator Password
92
Hard Disk Password
92
Setting, Changing, and Deleting a Password
92
Erasing Lost or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing CMOS)
93
Enabling or Disabling a Device
93
Selecting a Startup Device
94
Selecting a Temporary Startup Device
94
Selecting or Changing the Startup Device Sequence
94
Enabling Erp Compliance Mode
94
Smart Performance Choices
95
Exiting from the Setup Utility Program
95
Chapter 8. Updating System Programs
97
Using System Programs
97
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from a Disc
97
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from Your Operating System
98
Recovering from a POST/BIOS Update Failure
98
Chapter 9. Preventing Problems
99
Keeping Your Computer Current
99
Getting the Latest Device Drivers for Your Computer
99
Updating Your Operating System
99
Using System Update
99
Cleaning and Maintenance
100
Basics
100
Cleaning Your Computer
101
Good Maintenance Practices
102
Moving Your Computer
102
Chapter 10. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
105
Basic Troubleshooting
105
Troubleshooting Procedure
106
Troubleshooting
107
Audio Problems
107
No Audio in Windows
107
Sound Comes from One External Speaker Only
108
No Audio in DOS Applications or Games
108
CD Problems
109
DVD Problems
109
Intermittent Problems
111
Keyboard, Mouse, or Pointing Device Problems
111
Monitor Problems
113
Networking Problems
115
A Wireless Lan Problem
116
Option Problems
117
Performance and Lockup Problems
118
Insufficient Memory
120
Printer Problems
121
Serial Port Problems
121
Software Problems
121
Select Your Symptom from the Following List
121
Actions
121
USB Problems
122
Diagnostic Programs
123
Lenovo Solution Center
123
Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
123
PC-Doctor for DOS
124
Chapter 11. Getting Information, Help, and Service
125
Information Resources
125
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
125
Thinkvantage Productivity Center
125
Lenovo Welcome
125
Help and Support
125
Safety and Warranty
126
Lenovo Web Site (Http://Www.lenovo.com)
126
Lenovo Support Web Site
126
Help and Service
126
Using the Documentation and Diagnostic Programs
126
Calling for Service
127
Using Other Services
127
Purchasing Additional Services
128
Appendix A. Notices
129
Trademarks
130
Appendix B. Regulatory Information
131
Export Classification Notice
131
Television Output Notice
131
Electronic Emissions Notices
131
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
131
Additional Regulatory Information
133
Copyright Lenovo
135
Appendix C. WEEE and Recycling Information
135
Important Information for the European Directive 2002/96/EC
135
Recycling Information
135
Recycling Information for Brazil
136
Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
136
Battery Recycling Information for the European Union
137
Index
139
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Lenovo ThinkCentre 4476 User Manual (142 pages)
User Manual
Brand:
Lenovo
| Category:
Desktop
| Size: 6.67 MB
Table of Contents
User Guide
1
Table of Contents
5
Important Safety Information
9
Service and Upgrades
9
Static Electricity Prevention
9
Extension Cords and Related Devices
10
Power Cords and Power Adapters
10
External Devices
11
Heat and Product Ventilation
11
Plugs and Outlets
11
Modem Safety Information
12
Operating Environment
12
Cleaning and Maintenance
13
Laser Compliance Statement
13
Power Supply Statement
13
Russia Compliance Mark for Market Access
13
Chapter 1. Product Overview
15
Features
15
Specifications
19
Software Overview
19
Software Provided by Lenovo
19
Thinkvantage Productivity Center
20
Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
20
Product Recovery
21
Adobe Reader
22
Antivirus Software
22
Locations
22
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
22
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
23
Locating Components
25
Locating Parts on the System Board
26
Locating Internal Drives
27
Machine Type and Model Label
27
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
29
Frequently Asked Questions
29
Using the Keyboard
29
Using Windows Shortcut Keys
29
Using the Blue Thinkvantage Button
30
Using a Fingerprint Reader
30
Using the Wheel Mouse
30
Adjusting Audio
31
About Your Computer Audio
31
Setting the Volume from the Desktop
31
Setting the Volume from Control Panel
31
Using Cds and Dvds
32
Handling and Storing CD and DVD Media
32
Playing a CD or DVD
32
Recording a CD or DVD
33
Copyright Lenovo 2011
35
Chapter 3. You and Your Computer
35
Accessibility and Comfort
35
Arranging Your Workspace
35
Comfort
35
Glare and Lighting
36
Air Circulation
36
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
36
Register Your Computer with Lenovo
37
Moving Your Computer to Another Country or Region
37
Voltage-Selection Switch
37
Replacement Power Cords
37
Chapter 4. Security
39
Security Features
39
Locking the Computer Cover
40
Attaching an Integrated Cable Lock
41
Using Passwords
41
BIOS Passwords
41
Windows Passwords
42
Setting up the Integrated Security Chip
42
Setting the Security Chip
42
Using and Understanding Firewalls
43
Protecting Data against Viruses
43
Chapter 5. Installing or Replacing Hardware
45
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
45
Installing or Replacing Hardware
45
Installing External Options
45
Removing the Computer Cover
46
Removing and Reinstalling the Front Bezel
47
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
48
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
50
Installing or Replacing the Optical Drive
52
Installing or Replacing the Card Reader
55
Replacing the Card Reader
57
Replacing the Battery
59
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
60
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
62
Replacing the Microprocessor
64
Replacing the Primary Hard Disk Drive
67
Replacing the Secondary Hard Disk Drive
69
Replacing the Front Fan Assembly
71
Replacing the Rear Fan Assembly
72
Replacing the Front Audio and USB Assembly
74
Replacing the Internal Speaker
75
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
77
Completing the Parts Replacement
78
Obtaining Device Drivers
79
Chapter 6. Recovery Information
81
Creating and Using Recovery Media
81
Creating Recovery Media
81
Using Recovery Media
82
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
82
Performing a Backup Operation
82
Performing a Recovery Operation
83
Using the Rescue and Recovery Workspace
83
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
84
Creating a Rescue Medium
84
Using a Rescue Medium
85
Reinstalling Preinstalled Applications and Device Drivers
85
Reinstalling Software Programs
86
Reinstalling Device Drivers
87
Solving Recovery Problems
87
Chapter 7. Using the Setup Utility Program
89
Starting the Setup Utility Program
89
Viewing and Changing Settings
89
Using Passwords
89
Password Considerations
90
Power-On Password
90
Administrator Password
90
Hard Disk Password
90
Setting, Changing, and Deleting a Password
90
Erasing Lost or Forgotten Passwords (Clearing CMOS)
91
Enabling or Disabling a Device
91
Selecting a Startup Device
92
Selecting a Temporary Startup Device
92
Selecting or Changing the Startup Device Sequence
92
Enabling Erp Compliance Mode
92
Smart Performance Choices
93
Exiting from the Setup Utility Program
93
Chapter 8. Updating System Programs
95
Using System Programs
95
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from a Disc
95
Updating (Flashing) the BIOS from Your Operating System
96
Recovering from a POST/BIOS Update Failure
96
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
105
Audio Problems
105
CD Problems
107
DVD Problems
107
Intermittent Problems
109
Keyboard, Mouse, or Pointing Device Problems
109
Monitor Problems
111
Networking Problems
113
A Wireless Lan Problem
114
Option Problems
115
Performance and Lockup Problems
116
Insufficient Memory
118
Printer Problems
119
Serial Port Problems
119
Software Problems
119
USB Problems
120
Diagnostic Programs
121
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. Regulatory Information
127
Export Classification Notice
127
Television Output Notice
127
EU-EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) en 55022 Class B Statement of Compliance
127
Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
128
Japanese Compliance for Products Less than or Equal to 20 a Per Phase
128
Additional Regulatory Information
128
Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Statements
129
Copyright Lenovo
129
European Union (EU) WEEE Statement
129
Japan Recycling Statements
129
Appendix C. Power Cord Notice
131
Appendix D. Notices
135
Trademarks
136
Index
137
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