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Lenovo ThinkPad Edge E320 User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide ThinkPad Edge E320 and E325...
  • Page 2 • Appendix C “Notices” on page 159 The Safety and Warranty Guide and the Regulatory Notice have been uploaded to the Web site. To refer to them, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support, and then click User Guides & Manuals. Third Edition (October 2011) ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Active Protection System ..Chapter 3. You and your computer . . 47 Lenovo Solution Center ..Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ..
  • Page 4 Lenovo Support Web site..Installing device drivers ... Calling Lenovo ... . . Installing the driver for 4-in-1 media card Purchasing additional services .
  • Page 5 Canada ....phase ....Lenovo product service information for Appendix C. Notices..
  • Page 6 User Guide...

  • Page 7: Read This First

    © Copyright Lenovo 2011...

  • Page 8: Important Safety Information

    The information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement ® or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. For more information, see “Warranty Information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer.

  • Page 9: Conditions That Require Immediate Action

    Note: If you notice these conditions with a product (such as an extension cord) that is not manufactured for or by Lenovo, stop using that product until you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions, or until you get a suitable replacement.

  • Page 10: Power Cords And Power Adapters

    customers to install options or replace CRUs. You must closely follow all instructions when installing or replacing parts. The Off state of a power indicator does not necessarily mean that voltage levels inside a product are zero. Before you remove the covers from a product equipped with a power cord, always make sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source.

  • Page 11: Extension Cords And Related Devices

    Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components. If you suspect a problem with one of these parts, contact a service technician. © Copyright Lenovo 2011...

  • Page 12: External Devices

    In addition, many mobile products, such as notebook computers, utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with approved parts.

  • Page 13: Rechargeable Battery Notice

    A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty. If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances.

  • Page 14: Heat And Product Ventilation

    Heat and product ventilation DANGER Computers, ac power adapters, and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook computers can generate a significant amount of heat due to their compact size. Always follow these basic precautions: •...

  • Page 15: Electrical Current Safety Information

    If the LCD breaks and the internal fluid gets into your eyes or on your hands, immediately wash the affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes; if any symptoms are present after washing, get medical care. © Copyright Lenovo 2011 xiii...

  • Page 16: Using Headphones Or Earphones

    50332-2 can be dangerous due to excessive sound pressure levels. If your Lenovo computer came with headphones or earphones in the package, as a set, the combination of the headphones or earphones and the computer already complies with the specifications of EN 50332-1.

  • Page 17: Chapter 1. Product Overview

    This section includes the following topics: • “Front view” on page 2 • “Right-side view” on page 4 • “Left-side view” on page 5 • “Bottom view” on page 7 • “Status indicators” on page 8 © Copyright Lenovo 2011...

  • Page 18: Front View

    Front view Figure 1. Front view Integrated webcam UltraConnect™ wireless antennas (left) UltraConnect wireless antennas (right) Built-in stereo speaker (right) ® Power switch System status indicators (illuminated ThinkPad logo) ® TrackPoint pointing stick TrackPoint buttons Touch pad Bluetooth antenna Built-in microphone Volume control buttons Built-in stereo speaker (left) UltraConnect wireless antennas (left)
  • Page 19 Power switch Use the power switch to turn on the computer. To turn off your computer, use the Start menu shutdown options. If you cannot turn off the computer by this method, press and hold the power switch for 2 seconds. If your computer stops responding, and you cannot turn it off, press and hold the power switch for 4 seconds or more.

  • Page 20: Right-Side View

    Right-side view Figure 2. Right-side view Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. Combo audio jack eSATA/USB combo connector HDMI port Fan louvers (left) Power jack Combo audio jack To listen to the sound from your computer, connect a headphone or a headset that has a 3.5mm 4-pole plug to the combo audio jack.

  • Page 21: Left-Side View

    HDMI port Your computer supports the high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) port, a digital audio and video interface that can connect a compatible digital audio device or video monitor such as an HDTV. Fan louvers (left) The internal fan and louvers enable air to circulate in the computer and cool the CPU. Note: To avoid impeding airflow, do not place any obstacle in front of the fan.
  • Page 22 For details, refer to the instructions in “Attaching an external monitor” on page 39. Always On USB connector The Always On USB connector is used for connecting devices compatible with a USB interface, such as a printer or a digital camera. By default, even if your computer is in sleep (standby) mode, the Always On USB connector still enables ®...

  • Page 23: Bottom View

    Bottom view Figure 4. Bottom view Battery Memory-upgrade slot SIM card slot PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless WAN Hard disk drive PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX Battery Use your computer with battery power whenever ac power is unavailable. By installing an extended life battery available as an option you can extend the operating time of the computer.

  • Page 24: Status Indicators

    Note: The hidden service partition is the reason why there is less free space than expected on your hard disk drive. PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX Your computer might include a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX in the PCI Express Mini Card slot for wireless LAN/WiMAX communications.

  • Page 25: Locating Important Product Information

    Certificate of Authenticity (COA) label. Machine type and model label The machine type and model label identifies your computer. When you contact Lenovo for help, the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify your computer and provide faster service.

  • Page 26: Fcc Id And Ic Certification Number Label

    You can find the machine type and model of your computer in the label as shown below: FCC ID and IC Certification number label There is no FCC ID or IC Certification number for the PCI Express Mini Card shown on the enclosure of your computer.

  • Page 27: Certificate Of Authenticity Label

    If no integrated wireless PCI Express Mini Card has been preinstalled in your computer, you can install one. To do this, follow the procedure in “Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection” on page 79 or “Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless WAN”...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    – External monitor: Up to 2048-by-1536 • Brightness control • Integrated camera • Built-in microphones Keyboard • 84-key, 85-key, or 89-key • UltraNav (TrackPoint and multi-touch touch pad) • Fn key function Interface • External monitor connectors (VGA and HDMI port) •...

  • Page 29: Operating Environment

    Do not eat or smoke over your keyboard. Particles that fall into your keyboard can cause damage. ThinkVantage Technologies and software Lenovo preinstalls on your PC useful and helpful software applications to help you get started, to stay productive while on the move and to keep you and your computer working. Lenovo offers enhanced security, wireless computing, data-migration and other solutions for your computer.

  • Page 30: Accessing Applications In Windows 7 And Windows Xp

    Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools. Then depending on the application you want to access, double-click the corresponding icon. Note: If an application icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools application navigation window is dimmed, it indicates that you need to install the application manually. To install the application manually, double-click the application icon.
  • Page 31 Note: If you do not find the application you need in Control Panel, open the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools application navigation window and double-click the dimmed icon to install the application you need. Then, follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation process completes, the application icon will be activated, and you can find the application in Control Panel.

  • Page 32: Access Connections

    For detailed information, see “Diagnosing problems” on page 119. To start the Lenovo Solution Center program in Windows 7, see “Accessing applications in Windows 7 and Windows XP” on page 14. Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools...

  • Page 33: Lenovo Thinkvantage Toolbox

    To start the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, do the following: • For Windows 7: See “Accessing applications in Windows 7” on page 14. • For Windows Vista and Windows XP: Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox.

  • Page 34: Rescue And Recovery

    It is a comprehensive, on-board help and information center for the computer. It enables you to access other ThinkVantage Technologies, view messages from Lenovo, and perform the most frequently used tasks such as device configuration, wireless network configuration, and computer management and maintenance.

  • Page 35: Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

    “Using a Flash Media Card” on page 44 Registering your computer When you register your computer, information is entered into a database, which enables Lenovo to contact you in case of a recall or other severe problem. In addition, some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users.

  • Page 36: Special Keys And Buttons

    57. Getting connected in different locations is a challenge? • To troubleshoot a wireless networking issue, see http://www.lenovo.com/support/faq. • Take advantage of the networking features by use of Access Connections. • To learn more about using the wireless features of your computer, refer to “Wireless connections” on page 32.

  • Page 37: Special Keys

    To toggle the F1-F12 key functionality on the Windows 7 operating system, do either of the following: • From Control Panel: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. In the icons view, click Keyboard and the Keyboard Properties window is displayed. 3.
  • Page 38 When you press the microphone mute key, all of the recording devices are set on mute or unmute; this is the default setting. Launching the camera and audio settings (F5) • If you press F5, the camera and audio settings window is opened and the camera preview is turned on. From this window, you can change the camera and audio settings.

  • Page 39: Using The Ultranav Pointing Device

    Windows key If you press this key, the Start menu of Windows is displayed or hidden. If you press this key and another key at the same time, the System Properties window or the Computer (in Windows XP, My Computer) window is displayed. For details, refer to the Help in the Windows operating system.
  • Page 40 and right click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse. The TrackPoint center button , called the scroll bar, enables you to scroll Web pages or documents in any direction with no need to use the graphic scroll bars on the side of the window. Note: Your computer keyboard may look slightly different from the illustration above.

  • Page 41: Using The Touch Pad

    Note: If you replace the keyboard, a new keyboard is shipped with the default cap. If you wish, you can keep the cap from your old keyboard and use it on the new one. Using the touch pad The touch pad is a pad below the TrackPoint buttons at the bottom of the keyboard.

  • Page 42: Behavior Of The Ultranav And An External Mouse

    2. Click Hardware and Sound, and then click Mouse. 3. Click the UltraNav tab and proceed to customizing the touch pad. For Windows XP: 1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Mouse. 3.

  • Page 43: Power Management

    4. Select the check box for Show UltraNav icon on the system tray. 5. Click OK or Apply. For Windows XP: 1. Click Start, and then click Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Mouse. 3. Click the UltraNav tab. 4.

  • Page 44: Charging The Battery

    Tips on using the ac power adapter • When the ac power adapter is not in use, disconnect it from the electrical outlet. • Do not bind the power cord tightly around the ac power adapter transformer pack when it is connected to the transformer.

  • Page 45: Power-Saving Modes

    For more information about the Power Manager program, refer to the on-line help of the program. Power-saving modes There are several modes that you can use at any time to conserve power. This section introduces each mode and gives tips on the effective use of the battery power. Introducing the power-saving modes •...

  • Page 46: Handling The Battery

    Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack. Attempting to do so can cause an explosion, or liquid leakage from the battery pack. A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty.

  • Page 47: Connecting To The Network

    The battery pack is a consumable supply. If your battery begins to discharge too quickly, replace the battery pack with a new one of the type recommended by Lenovo. For more information on replacing the battery pack, contact your Customer Support Center.

  • Page 48: Wireless Connections

    DANGER Your computer has an Ethernet connector. To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector. Wireless connections Wireless connection is the transfer of data without the use of cables by means of radio waves only. Depending on the frequency used for data transmission, the area covered, or the type of the device used for data transfer, the following categories of wireless networks may be available to you: Wireless LAN...

  • Page 49: Using Bluetooth

    • If you use the wireless feature (the 802.11 standard) of your computer simultaneously with a Bluetooth option, data transmission speed can be delayed and the performance of the wireless feature can be degraded. Wireless networking setup To use the built-in wireless networking card (the 802.11 standard) to communicate, start Access Connections. Note: Before you start setting up wireless networking connections by using Access Connections, obtain a Network Name (SSID) and your encryption information from your network administrator.
  • Page 50 Note: If you use the wireless feature (the 802.11 standard) of your computer simultaneously with a Bluetooth option, data transmission speed can be delayed and the performance of the wireless feature can be degraded. For Windows XP If your computer is equipped with the Integrated Bluetooth features, you can enable or disable the features by pressing F9.
  • Page 51 To use the Bluetooth features, do the following: 1. Double-click the My Bluetooth Places icon on the desktop. 2. For Windows XP, go to Bluetooth Tasks and double-click View devices in range. A list of the devices on which Bluetooth has been enabled appears. 3.
  • Page 52 2. Click Start ➙ Run. 3. Type C:\SWTOOLS\Drivers\TPBTooth\Setup.exe (or specify the full path to the setup.exe file you have downloaded from http://www.lenovo.com/support); then click OK. 4. Click Next. 5. Select I accept the terms in the license agreement; then click Next.
  • Page 53 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Performance and Maintenance; then click System. 3. Click the Hardware tab; then click Device Manager. 4. Double-click Bluetooth Radios to extract the Bluetooth Radios device tree. 5. Double-click the ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate icon to open the Properties window. 6.
  • Page 54 – Signal level 1 – Signal level 2 – Signal level 3 Note: For more information about Access Connections Gauge, see the Help in Access Connections. Access Connections icon and wireless status icon The Access Connections icon displays general connection status. The wireless status icon displays the signal strength and status of your wireless connection.

  • Page 55: Using A Projector Or An External Display

    You can also enable or disable the feature by the following procedures. To enable the wireless feature, do as follows: 1. Click the Access Connections wireless status icon in the system tray. 2. Click Power On Wireless Radio. To disable the wireless feature, do as follows: •...
  • Page 56 you can see only part of the screen at a time. You can see other parts by moving the image with the TrackPoint or another pointing device. You can move the display output to the computer display, the external monitor, or both in the Display Settings window (in Windows XP, Display Properties window).
  • Page 57 7. Click the Monitor tab. Check the monitor information window to make sure that the monitor type is correct. If it is, click OK to close the window; otherwise do as follows. 8. If more than two monitor types are displayed, select Generic PnP Monitor or Generic Non-PnP Monitor.

  • Page 58: Using Dual Displays

    part of the high-resolution screen image your computer produces. You can see other parts of the image by moving the screen with the TrackPoint or other pointing device. Note: The virtual screen function is not supported on Windows 7. • If the external monitor you are using is outdated, the resolution and the refresh rate may be limited. Using dual displays Using the Extend desktop function Your computer supports a function named the Extend desktop.

  • Page 59: Using Audio Features

    3. Set the Resolution for the primary display. 4. Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the secondary display, the external display). 5. Set the Resolution for the secondary display. 6. Place the icons for the monitors so that they touch. Note: You can set the monitors in any relative position, but the icons must touch each other. 7.

  • Page 60: Using An Integrated Camera

    Note: The combo audio jack does not support a conventional microphone. If a conventional headphone is attached to it, the headphone function is supported. If a headset with a 3.5mm 4-pole plug is attached to it, both headphone and microphone functions are supported. The following table shows which functions of the audio devices attached to the jacks on your computer are supported.

  • Page 61: Inserting A Card

    • SD card • SDHC card • SDXC card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Note: When transferring data to or from a media card, such as an SD card, do not put your computer in sleep (standby) or hibernation mode before the data transfer is complete. To do so might cause damage to your data.
  • Page 62 • Right-click Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon. • Select corresponding item to eject the card from the Windows operating system. • Press the card to eject it from your computer. • Remove the card from your computer and store it safely for future use. For Windows XP: •...

  • Page 63: Chapter 3. You And Your Computer

    By keeping these considerations in mind, you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. Lenovo is committed to providing the latest information and technology to our customers with disabilities. Refer to our accessibility information which outlines our efforts in this area.

  • Page 64: Adjusting Your Computer To Fit You

    Note that there are many ThinkPad product solutions available to help you modify and expand your computer to best suit your needs. Access the following Web site to view some of these options: http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html. Explore your options for and external products that can provide the adjustability and features that you want.

  • Page 65: Accessibility Information

    Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing people with disabilities greater access to information and technology. As a result, the following information provides ways to help users that have hearing, vision, and mobility limitations get the most out of their computer experience.

  • Page 66: Travel Accessories

    1. While it is safe to allow your computer to go through the x ray machines at airport security stations, it is important to keep your eyes on the computer at all times to prevent theft. 2. Consider bringing an airplane or automobile adapter for your computer. 3.

  • Page 67: Chapter 4. Security

    Refer to the instructions shipped with the mechanical lock. Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo makes no comments, judgments, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of locking devices and security features.

  • Page 68: Passwords And Sleep (Standby) Mode

    • “Supervisor password” on page 55 Passwords and sleep (standby) mode If you have set passwords and you put your computer into sleep (standby) mode, the procedure for resuming operation is as follows: • You are not prompted to type the password when resuming operation. •...

  • Page 69: Hard Disk Passwords

    Note: You might want to note your power-on password in a safe place. Otherwise, if you forget it, you have to take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. 11. Press F10 to exit.
  • Page 70 Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

  • Page 71: Supervisor Password

    Enter, and a Setup Notice window is displayed. Press F10 to exit from the Setup Notice window. The master hard disk password will be changed. • To remove the master hard disk password, type the current master hard disk password in the Enter Current Password field.

  • Page 72: Hard Disk Security

    Attention: You might want to note your password and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your supervisor password, Lenovo can not reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a Lenovo marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

  • Page 73: Notice On Deleting Data From Your Hard Disk Drive

    But we recommend that you make use of the software (payware) or service (pay service) specifically developed for the purpose. For disposing of data on the hard disk drive, Lenovo provides the Secure Data Disposal tool. To download the tool, go to the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support.
  • Page 74 Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30-day subscription. After 30 days, you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates. For more information about how to use your antivirus software, refer to the help system of your antivirus software.

  • Page 75: Chapter 5. Recovery Overview

    Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. Note: When you use discs in this User Guide, you need an external optical drive. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Creating and using recovery media” on page 59 •...

  • Page 76: Creating Recovery Media

    “creating Product Recovery discs.” • To create recovery media on the Windows 7 operating system, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the screen.

  • Page 77: Performing Backup And Recovery Operations

    • To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

  • Page 78: Using The Rescue And Recovery Workspace

    4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation. • To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows XP operating system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ Rescue and Recovery. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

  • Page 79: Creating And Using A Rescue Medium

    • To create a rescue medium on the Windows 7 operating system, do the following: 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore. The Rescue and Recovery program opens.

  • Page 80: Reinstalling Preinstalled Applications And Device Drivers

    3. On the Startup Device Menu, select the desired optical drive as the first boot device. Then, insert the rescue disc into the optical drive and press Enter. The rescue medium starts. • If you have created a rescue medium using a USB hard disk drive, use the following instructions to use the rescue medium: 1.

  • Page 81: Solving Recovery Problems

    Double-click the file, and follow the instructions on the screen. Attention: If you need updated device drivers, do not download them from the Windows Update Web site. Obtain them from Lenovo. For more information, see “Making sure device drivers are current” on page 114. Solving recovery problems...
  • Page 82 User Guide...

  • Page 83: Chapter 6. Replacing Devices

    Replacing the battery Before you start, print these instructions. ThinkPad Edge systems do not support batteries that are not genuine Lenovo-made or authorized. These systems will continue to boot, but may not charge unauthorized batteries. Attention: Lenovo has no responsibility for the performance or safety of unauthorized batteries, and provides no warranties for failures or damage arising out of their use.
  • Page 84 If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire.

  • Page 85: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive Or Solid State Drive

    You can replace the hard disk drive or solid state drive with a new one which can be purchased from your Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative. To replace the hard disk drive or solid state drive, read the following prerequisites, and select your model from the list below for instruction.
  • Page 86 3. Remove the battery. For more information about how to remove the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 4. Loosen the three screws , and then remove the cover 5. Loosen the screw and pull the hard disk drive or solid state drive in the direction shown by the arrow User Guide...
  • Page 87 6. Remove the hard disk drive or solid state drive by lifting its upper side. 7. Place the new hard disk drive or solid state drive from the lower side as shown in the picture. 8. Install the new hard disk drive or solid state drive in the direction shown by the arrow and tighten the screw Chapter 6...

  • Page 88: Replacing The Msata Solid State Drive

    Some ThinkPad models have an mSATA solid state drive. You can replace the mSATA solid state drive with a new one which can be purchased from your Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative. To replace the mSATA solid state drive, read the following prerequisites.
  • Page 89 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2. Close the computer display, and turn it over. 3. Remove the battery. For more information, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 4.
  • Page 90 6. Remove the card. 7. Align the contact edge of a new mSATA solid state drive with the corresponding socket. Notes: • You can also replace the mSATA solid state drive with a Wireless PCI Express Mini Card for Wireless WAN.

  • Page 91: For Wireless Wan

    8. Pivot the card until you can snap it into place. Secure the card with the two screws 9. Attach the cover , pivot it downwards, and then tighten the three screws 10. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery”...
  • Page 92 DANGER Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, disconnect the cables before opening the cover of this slot. Attention: Before you start installing a PCI Express Mini Card, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object.
  • Page 93 5. If a tool for removing connectors is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them. 6.
  • Page 94 7. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket . Pivot the card until you can snap it into place. Secure the card with the two screws 8. Connect the antenna cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card as shown in the drawing. 9.

  • Page 95: Installing And Replacing The Pci Express Mini Card For Wireless Lan/Wimax Connection

    10. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Installing and replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection Before you start, print these instructions.
  • Page 96 5. If a tool for removing connectors is included in the package with the new card, use it to disconnect the cables from the card. If no such tool is included, disconnect the cables by picking up the connectors with your fingers and gently unplugging them. 6.
  • Page 97 7. Align the contact edge of the new PCI Express Mini Card with the corresponding socket . Pivot the card until it snaps into place. Secure the card with the two screws 8. Connect the antenna cables to the new PCI Express Mini Card as shown in the drawing. 9.

  • Page 98: Replacing A Memory Module

    10. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Replacing a memory module Before you start, print these instructions.
  • Page 99 5. If two memory modules are already in the memory slots, press out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time , and then remove a memory module to make room for the new one. Be sure to save it for future use. 6.

  • Page 100: Replacing The Keyboard

    11. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 12. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Replacing the keyboard Before you start, print these instructions.
  • Page 101 4. Loosen the three screws , and then remove the cover 5. Remove the two screws. 6. Push hard in the direction shown by the arrows in the drawing to unlatch the front side of the keyboard. The keyboard will open up slightly Chapter 6 Replacing devices...
  • Page 102 7. Remove the cables by flipping the connectors upwards. Now the keyboard has been removed. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: 1. Attach the cables by flipping the connectors User Guide...
  • Page 103 2. Insert the keyboard. Make sure that the rear edge of the keyboard is under the frame as shown by the arrows. 3. Slide the keyboard as shown by the arrows. 4. Reinstall the two screws. Chapter 6 Replacing devices...

  • Page 104: Replacing The Sim Card

    5. Attach the cover , pivot it downwards, and then tighten the three screws 6. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. Replacing the SIM card Before you start, print these instructions.
  • Page 105 4. Find the SIM card slot inside the open battery compartment. Gently push the card to remove it from the slot 5. Insert the new SIM card firmly into the slot until it snaps into position. 6. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery”...
  • Page 106 User Guide...

  • Page 107: Chapter 7. Enhancing Your Computer

    You can shop at Lenovo 24 hours a day, 7 days a week directly over the World Wide Web. All you need is an Internet connection and a credit card.
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  • Page 109: Chapter 8. Advanced Configuration

    • If you cannot find the Supplement files, the device drivers, and application software you need on your hard disk drive, or if you want to receive updates and the latest information about them, refer to the ThinkPad Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers. Before you begin Before you install the operating system, do the following: •...

  • Page 110: Installing Windows 7

    Installing Registry Patch for Windows 7 • Registry patch enabling Wake Up on LAN from Standby for Energy Star To install these Registry Patches, refer to the following web site: http://www.lenovo.com/support. Installing the Windows 7 Update Module Package The Windows 7 Update Modules are in the following directory: C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES\ The name of each subfolder is the number of a fix module.

  • Page 111: Installing Windows Xp

    Note: The Web site address might change without notice. If the homepage is not displayed, search for it from the Microsoft top page. To install a fix module, run the EXE file in a subfolder and follow the instructions on the screen. Note: If you remove the hard disk drive from the computer with a single-core processor and install it on a computer with a dual-core processor, you can get access to the hard disk drive.
  • Page 112 XP Service Pack 3 Installation CD or download it from either Microsoft Download Center or Microsoft Windows update Web site. 11. Visit the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers. 12. Download Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver from the Web site. 13. Run Intel Rapid Storage Technology Driver. To do this, go to C:\DRIVERS\WIN\IRST\PREPARE, and double-click install.cmd.

  • Page 113: Installing Device Drivers

    Installing the driver for 4-in-1 media card reader To use the 4-in-1 media card reader, you need to download and install the Realtek Multi Card Reader Driver for Windows 7/Vista and Windows XP x86/x64. To download it, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers...
  • Page 114 4. Click Advanced Settings. 5. Click the Monitor tab. 6. Click Properties. 7. Click the Driver tab. 8. Click Update Driver. 9. Select Browse my computer for driver software, and then click Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer.

  • Page 115: Thinkpad Setup

    ThinkPad Setup Your computer provides a program, called ThinkPad Setup, that enables you to select various setup parameters. To start ThinkPad Setup, do as follows: 1. To protect yourself against accidental loss of data, back up your computer registry. See “Performing backup and recovery operations”...

  • Page 116: Date/Time Menu

    • In each submenu, you can enable a function by selecting Enabled, or disable it by selecting Disabled. The following submenu is displayed: • Network: Set the LAN related functions. • USB: Enable or disable UEFI support for USB related functions. •...

  • Page 117: Startup Menu

    • Hardware Password Manager • Supervisor Password • Lock UEFI Settings • Set Minimum Length • Password at unattended boot • Password at restart • Power-On Password • Hard Disk x Password Note: Hard Disk 1 means the hard disk drive built into your computer. If you select and enable Hardware Password Manager, you can manage your power-on password, supervisor password, and your hard disk passwords by the management server.

  • Page 118: Restart Menu

    To change the startup sequence temporarily so that the system starts up from a different drive, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Turn on the computer; then, while the “To interrupt normal startup, press the blue ThinkVantage button” message is displayed at the lower-left of the screen, press F12.
  • Page 119 Notes: • Enabled means that the function is configured. • Disabled means that the function is not configured. • Default values are in boldface. Config menu items Table 4. Config menu items Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Network • Disabled Load the Ethernet LAN Ethernet LAN Option ROM Option ROM to enable...
  • Page 120 Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Keyboard/Mouse Fn and Ctrl Key swap • Disabled If you select “Enabled”, the Fn key works as the Ctrl • Enabled key, and the Ctrl key works as the Fn key. Note: Even when “Enabled”...
  • Page 121 Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Graphics Device • Integrated Graphics Integrated Graphics provides longer battery life, • Switchable graphics and Switchable Graphics enhances performance. OS Detection for • Disabled If you select “Enabled,” the Switchable Graphics system UEFI automatically •...
  • Page 122 Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Serial ATA (SATA) SATA Controller Mode • Compatibility Select SATA controller Option operation mode. If you • AHCI select “Compatibility mode”, serial SATA controller operates in compatibility mode. Core Multi-Processing •...
  • Page 123 Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments correctly, select “Disabled” and reset the setting. Virtualization Intel Virtualization • Disabled If you select “Enabled,” Technology a VMM (Virtual Machine • Enabled Monitor) can utilize the additional hardware AMD-V Technology capabilities provided by Intel Virtualization...
  • Page 124 Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Anti-Theft Intel AT Module Activation • Disabled Enables or disables the UEFI interface to activate • Enabled Intel AT-p module that is an • Permanently Disabled optional Anti-Theft service from Intel.

  • Page 125: Updating Your System Uefi Bios

    UEFI BIOS in order for the new addition to work properly. To update your UEFI BIOS, go to the following Web site and follow the instructions on the screen: http://www.lenovo.com/ThinkPadDrivers Using system management This section is intended primarily for network administrators.

  • Page 126: System Management

    System management Check the following topic to learn more about features of System Management: • Desktop Management Interface • Preboot eXecution Environment • Asset ID EEPROM Desktop Management Interface The Unified Extensible Firmware Interface of your computer supports an interface called System Management BIOS Reference Specification(SMBIOS) V2.4.
  • Page 127 Note: If you want to initialize the setting to return to the default startup sequence, press F9. The default settings are automatically reloaded. Chapter 8 Advanced configuration...
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  • Page 129: Chapter 9. Preventing Problems

    9. Profile your machine at http://www.lenovo.com/support to keep up to date with current drivers and revisions. 10. Keep up to date for device drivers on other non-Lenovo hardware. You might want to read the device driver information release notes prior to updating for compatibility or known issues.

  • Page 130: Making Sure Device Drivers Are Current

    This may eliminate the driver as the potential cause of the problem. Getting the latest drivers from the Web site You can download and install updated device drivers from the Lenovo Web site by doing the following: 1. Connect to the Internet.

  • Page 131: Taking Care Of Your Computer

    Taking care of your computer Although your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Be careful about where and how you work DANGER Your computer has an Ethernet connector.

  • Page 132: Cleaning The Cover Of Your Computer

    Take care in setting passwords • Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo will not reset it, and you might have to replace your system board or hard disk drive.
  • Page 133 Cleaning your computer keyboard 1. Apply some isopropyl rubbing alcohol to a soft, dust-free cloth. 2. Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth. Wipe the keys one by one; if you wipe several keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it. Make sure that no liquid drips onto or between the keys.
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  • Page 135: Chapter 10. Troubleshooting Computer Problems

    Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting

    Note: If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program, save and print the log files created by the program. You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative.

  • Page 137: Spills On The Keyboard

    3. Wipe your computer dry with a paper towel. 4. Before turning on your computer, make sure that all the liquid has dried. Note: If you want to replace your keyboard, contact the Customer Support Center. Refer to Calling Lenovo. Error messages •...
  • Page 138 – If the computer stops during the test, have the computer serviced. • Message: 0230: Shadow RAM error. Solution: The shadow RAM failed. Test your computer's memory with “Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox” on page 17. If you added a memory module just before turning the computer on, reinstall it. Then test the memory with Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox.
  • Page 139 Solution: The extended RAM failed. Test your computer's memory with “Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox” on page 17. If you have increased memory just before turning the computer on, reinstall it. Then test the memory with Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox. • Message: 0250: System battery error.
  • Page 140 Solution: The daughter card is not supported on this computer. Remove it. • Message: 1805: Unauthorized Wireless USB card is plugged in - Power off and remove the Wireless USB card. Solution: The Wireless USB card is not supported on this computer. Remove it. •...

  • Page 141: Errors Without Messages

    Press F10 and then press Enter to restart the system. • Message: Thermal sensing error Solution: The thermal sensor is not functioning correctly. Have the computer serviced. • Message: Cannot boot from any device. Solution: The thermal sensor is not functioning correctly. Have the computer serviced. Device not found Check the device you want to boot from.

  • Page 142: Beep Errors

    – Use either the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the recovery discs to restore the system to the factory state. For details about restoring the system to the factory state, see “Creating and using recovery media” on page 59. If the problem persists, have the computer serviced. •...
  • Page 143 The network cable must be securely connected both to the Ethernet connector of your computer and to the RJ45 connector of the hub. The maximum allowable distance from the computer to hub is 100 meters. If the cable is connected and the distance is within acceptable limits but the problem persists, try a different cable.

  • Page 144: A Wireless Lan Problem

    A wireless LAN problem • Problem: You cannot connect using the built-in wireless networking card. Solution: Make sure that your wireless LAN driver is the latest version installed. Check the Web site and confirm the driver version supported by Access Connections is the latest documented in the README file. Make sure that your computer is within range of a wireless access point.
  • Page 145 5. Click the Options tab. 6. Click Learn more about Bluetooth Settings Note: If you are using the ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate Software, refer to the following instructions. Note: Check your connection anytime and make sure that no other Bluetooth-enabled device is searching for the device to which you want to connect.
  • Page 146 • Problem: Your computer is connected to a Bluetooth-enabled computer, but you cannot gain access to the network. Solution: Make sure that the Bluetooth-enabled computer is connected to a network. Make sure that the connected computer has been set up to share its network connectivity and that the security settings allow you to connect and establish the remote network access.

  • Page 147: Keyboard And Other Pointing Devices

    1. Exit the application that uses the sound device (for example, Windows Media Player). 2. Open the Control Panel by clicking Start ➙ Control Panel. 3. Double-click Sounds and Audio Devices to open the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties window. 4.

  • Page 148: Display And Multimedia Devices

    For Windows XP: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2. Click Printers and Other Hardware, and then click Keyboard. 3. Select the Hardware tab. In the In the Device Properties, make sure that the Device Status is This device is working properly. If keys on the keyboard still do not work, have the computer serviced.

  • Page 149: External Monitor Problems

    1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Properties to open the Display Properties window. 2. Click the Settings tab. 3. Check whether the screen resolution and color quality are correctly set. 4. Click Advanced. 5. Click the Adapter tab. 6. Make sure that the correct device driver name is shown in the adapter information window. Note: The device driver name depends on the video chip that has been installed on your computer.
  • Page 150 Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, click the Detect button. 2. Click the icon for the desired monitor (the Monitor-2 icon is for the external monitor). 3. Click Advanced Settings. 4. Click the Adapter tab. 5. Make sure that the correct device driver name is shown in the adapter information window. Note: The device driver name depends on the video chip that has been installed on your computer.
  • Page 151 16. Click OK. For Windows XP: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 2. Turn on the external monitor and the computer. 3. Press F6 to change the display output location to the external monitor. Note: After pressing F6, you will need to wait for a moment before the image appears.
  • Page 152 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor to an electrical outlet. 2. Turn on the external monitor and the computer. 3. Press F6 to change the display output location to the external monitor. Note: After pressing F6, you will need to wait for a moment before the image appears.

  • Page 153: Audio Problems

    9. Select the screen resolution and color quality of the secondary display. 10. Set the relative position of the each monitor by dragging its icon. You can set the monitors in any relative position, but the icons must touch each other. 11.
  • Page 154 – Conexant Pebble High Definition SmartAudio • Problem: Recordings made by using the Microphone input are not loud enough. Solution: Make sure that Microphone Boost is turned on and set as follows: For Windows 7: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2.

  • Page 155: Battery And Power

    • Problem: The sound cannot be turned off completely even if you set the Master volume control at minimum. Solution: You can still hear some sound even though you have set the Master volume control at minimum. To turn off the sound completely, go to the Master volume control and select Mute speakers (Mute in Windows XP ).

  • Page 156: Power Problems

    3. Reinstall the battery and reconnect the ac power adapter, then turn on the computer. 4. If the power adapter icon still does not appear on the task bar and the ac power indicator does not light up, have the ac power adapter and your computer serviced. Note: If your computer is a Windows 7 model, to display the power adapter (power plug) icon, click Show hidden icons in the task bar.
  • Page 157 If you receive an error message while the operating system is loading the desktop configuration after the POST is completed, check the following items: 1. Visit the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support and search for the error message. 2. Visit the Microsoft Knowledge Base homepage at http://support.microsoft.com/ and search for the error message.

  • Page 158: Drives And Other Storage Devices

    Solution: Check whether any option has been selected to disable your computer from entering sleep (standby) or hibernation mode. If your computer tries to enter sleep (standby) mode but the request is rejected, the device in the USB connector might be disabled. If this occurs, do a hot-unplug-and-plug operation for the USB device. •...
  • Page 159 Solution: Open the Device Manager window. Make sure that the USB device setup is correct, and that the assignment of computer resource and the installation of the device driver are correct. For Windows 7: 1. Click Start ➙ Control Panel. 2.
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  • Page 161: Chapter 11. Getting Support

    Register your computer Register your ThinkPad products with Lenovo, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/register. This can help authorities return your computer to you if it is lost or stolen. Registering your computer also enables Lenovo to notify you about possible technical information and upgrades.

  • Page 162: Getting Help And Service

    Lenovo to assist you. This section contains information about where to go for additional information about Lenovo and our products, what to do if you experience a problem with your computer, and whom to call for service should it be necessary.

  • Page 163: Purchasing Additional Services

    • Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service. • Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold.
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  • Page 165: Appendix A. Regulatory Information

    Usage environment and your health Integrated wireless cards emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy like other radio devices. However, the level of energy emitted is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices like for example mobile phones. © Copyright Lenovo 2011...

  • Page 166: Locating The Ultraconnect Wireless Antennas

    Due to the fact that integrated wireless cards operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes they are safe for use by consumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

  • Page 167: Locating Wireless Regulatory Notices

    For more information about the wireless regulatory notices, refer to the Regulatory Notice shipped with your computer. If your computer is shipped without the Regulatory Notice, you can find it on the Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support To view the ThinkPad Regulatory Notice on the Web site, do the following: Appendix A. Regulatory information...

  • Page 168: Export Classification Notice

    EAR E1 country list. Electronic emission notices The following information refers to the ThinkPad Edge E320 and E325, machine types 1297 and 1298. Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 169: European Union - Compliance To The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

    Geräte der Klasse B. Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse B.

  • Page 170: Japan Vcci Class B Compliance Statement

    For additional regulatory information, refer to the Regulatory Notice shipped with your computer. If your computer is shipped without the Regulatory Notice, you can find it at the Web site http://www.lenovo.com/support. For details, refer to the instructions on “Locating wireless regulatory notices” on page 151.

  • Page 171: Appendix B. Weee And Recycling Statements

    Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources.

  • Page 172: Recycling Information For Brazil

    If you want to replace it with a new one, contact your place of purchase or ask for a repair service provided by Lenovo. If you have replaced it by yourself and want to dispose of the disused lithium battery, insulate it with vinyl tape, contact your place of purchase, and follow their instructions.

  • Page 173: Battery Recycling Information For Taiwan

    For proper collection and treatment, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/lenovo/environment Battery recycling information for Taiwan Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada...
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  • Page 175: Appendix C. Notices

    Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.

  • Page 176: Trademarks

    Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo Access Connections Active Protection System Rescue and Recovery ThinkPad ThinkVantage TrackPoint UltraConnect UltraNav Intel and Intel SpeedStep are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
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