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Lenovo ThinkCentre M81p User Manual (144 pages)
(English) User Guide
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Lenovo
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Desktop
| Size: 5.56 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
17
Software Overview
17
Software Provided by Lenovo
17
Thinkvantage Productivity Center
18
Lenovo Solution Center
18
Product Recovery
19
Adobe Reader
20
Antivirus Software
20
Locations
20
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
21
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
22
Locating Components
24
Locating Parts on the System Board
25
Locating Internal Drives
26
Machine Type and Model Label
26
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
29
Frequently Asked Questions
29
Using the Keyboard
29
Using Windows Shortcut Keys
29
Using a Fingerprint Reader
30
Using the Wheel Mouse
30
Adjusting Audio
30
About Your Computer Audio
30
Setting the Volume from the Desktop
31
Setting the Volume from Control Panel
31
Using Cds and Dvds
31
Handling and Storing CD and DVD Media
32
Playing a CD or DVD
32
Recording a CD or DVD
32
Chapter 3. You and Your Computer
35
Copyright Lenovo 2011, 2012
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
47
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
50
Installing or Replacing the Optical Drive
52
Installing or Replacing the Card Reader
54
Installing the Card Reader
55
Replacing the Card Reader
57
Replacing the Battery
58
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
59
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
61
Replacing the Microprocessor
63
Installing the Solid State Drive
66
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
73
Replacing the Front Audio and USB Assembly
75
Replacing the Internal Speaker
76
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
78
Completing the Parts Replacement
79
Obtaining Device Drivers
80
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
98
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 Solution Center
121
Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox
121
PC-Doctor for DOS
121
Creating a Diagnostic Disc
122
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
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
Electronic Emissions Notices
129
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
129
Additional Regulatory Information
131
Appendix C. WEEE and Recycling Information
133
Important WEEE Information
133
Recycling Information
133
Recycling Information for Brazil
134
Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
134
Battery Recycling Information for the European Union
135
Appendix D. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)
137
China Rohs
137
Turkish Rohs
137
Ukraine Rohs
137
India Rohs
138
Index
139
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