Lenovo 2565A7U User Manual

Lenovo 2565A7U Manual

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    ThinkCentre User Guide
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    this information and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and "Notices," on page 39. First Edition (February 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private
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    27 Basic troubleshooting 27 Diagnostic programs 28 Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox 28 Lenovo System Toolbox 29 PC-Doctor for Rescue and Recovery . . . . . 29 PC-Doctor for DOS 29 Cleaning the mouse 30 Optical mouse 30 Non-optical mouse 31 Chapter 7. Getting information, help, and service 33
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    iv User Guide
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    manual, be sure to read and understand all the related safety information for this product. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide Guide, you can obtain a Portable Document Format (PDF) version from the Lenovo® Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support © Copyright Lenovo 2010
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    vi User Guide
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    computer connectors and parts. v "Adjusting the computer stand" on page 8: This section provides instructions on how to adjust your computer stand. This section provides information about the computer For machine types 1165, 1184, and 1186, support up to two double data rate 2 dual Lenovo 2010 1
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    and Power Interface (ACPI) support v Automatic power-on startup Support for the addition of an integrated cable lock (Kensington lock) v User password and administrator password for BIOS access Preinstalled software programs Your computer operating system Your computer is preinstalled with one
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    tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press. Additional operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the publication of this manual. This list is subject to change. To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested
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    computers preinstalled with the Windows XP operating system from Lenovo. Lenovo Welcome: The Lenovo Welcome program introduces some innovative built-in features of Lenovo to you and guides set of self-recovery tools to help you diagnose computer problems, get help, and recover from system crashes,
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    Toolbox program helps you maintain your computer, improve computing security, diagnose computer problems, get familiar with the innovative technologies provided by Lenovo, and get more information about your computer. For more information, see "Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox" on page 28. Note
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    connectors and parts This section provides information to help you locate your computer connectors and parts. Figure 1. Front view 1 Integrated camera (available in some 6 Microphone connector 7 Power switch 8 Power indicator light-emitting diode (LED) 9 Internal speakers (2) 6 User Guide
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    Figure 2. Rear view 1 Power cord connector 2 Ethernet connector 3 USB connectors (3) 4 Serial port 5 Integrated cable lock slot 6 Optical drive Chapter 1. Product overview 7
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    position. Pull the stand open and adjust the position of the computer at an angle between 10° to 35° as shown in the following illustration. CAUTION: Make sure that the angle is at least 10° from the vertical; otherwise, the computer might be unstable and fall over. 35° 10° Figure 3. Adjusting the
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    identify the required connector. Then, use the instructions that come with the option to help you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option. Installing a computer wall mount Your computer supports UL (Underwriters Laboratories) certified 100 mm
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    the "Important safety information" in the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer. To obtain a copy of the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/support This section provides instructions on how to replace the keyboard or mouse. To replace
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    . This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers. You can order an integrated cable lock from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at: http://www.lenovo.com/support Password protection To deter unauthorized use of your computer, you can use the Setup Utility program to set a password
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    12 User Guide
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    17 v "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on page 19 v "Solving recovery problems" on page 19 Notes: 1. There computer to another area, sell the computer, recycle the computer, or put the computer Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Factory Recovery Disks. Then, follow the instructions on the
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    the computer to computer, or insert the boot instructions on the screen to complete the operation. Notes: 1. After restoring your computer to the factory default settings, you might have to reinstall device drivers computer the computer to the when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device
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    if a secondary hard disk drive is installed in your computer v On an attached external USB hard disk drive v desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. backup operation options. Then, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the backup
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    Windows desktop, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → Enhanced Backup and Restore. The from a backup icon. 4. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation the Rescue and Recovery workspace 16 User Guide Note: The information in this section applies
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    problems" on page 19. 4. Do one of the following: v To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue files and follow the instructions to reinstall device drivers for some devices. See "Installing or reinstalling device drivers" on page 19. 2. Some computers come with
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    a rescue medium. Using a rescue medium This section provides instructions on how to use the rescue medium you have created. v If you have created a rescue medium using a disc, do the following to use the rescue medium: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when
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    computer hard disk drive (usually drive C:) in the SWTOOLS\DRIVERS subdirectory. The latest device drivers for factory-installed devices are also available at http://www.lenovo.com/ support. Other device drivers how to install the device driver. Follow the instructions to complete the installation. v
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    important to create a rescue medium and a set of recovery media as early as possible and store them in a safe place for future use. 20 User Guide
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    computer, instructions on how to start the Setup Utility program. To start the Setup Utility program, do the following: 1. Make sure your computer is turned off. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F1 key when turning on the computer follow the instructions on the to your computer and data.
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    on the computer. You cannot use the computer until computers, computer. However, to change any configuration settings, you must use your administrator password. Setting, changing, or deleting a password This section provides instructions Password. 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to set
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    select a temporary startup device. You can use the instructions in this section to start up from any startup device. Note: Not all discs and hard disk drives are bootable. To select a temporary startup device, do the following: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key
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    change the startup device sequence. Viewing or changing the startup device sequence This section provides instructions on how to view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence. To view or return to the default settings, press F9 or select Exit → Load Optimal Defaults. 24 User Guide
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    available as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http://www.lenovo.com. Instructions for using the POST and BIOS lenovo.com/support To update (flash) the BIOS from a disc, do the following: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer
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    Enter. 6. Follow the instructions on the screen to Because Lenovo http://www.lenovo.com/support. 2. Do drivers. c. Select BIOS from the Refine results drop-down list box to easily locate all the BIOS related links. d. Click the BIOS update link. 3. Click the TXT file that contains the instructions
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    you troubleshoot your computer problems. Note: If you cannot solve the problem after doing the basic troubleshooting, have the computer serviced. Refer to the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide that came with your computer for the safety and warranty information and the list of Lenovo Support
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    provided by Lenovo, and get more information about your computer. You can use the diagnostics feature of the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program to test devices, diagnose computer problems, create bootable diagnostic media, update system drivers, and view system information. 28 User Guide
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    test devices, view symptoms and solutions for computer problems, update system drivers, and view system information. To run the Lenovo System Toolbox program, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo Services → Lenovo System Toolbox. Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information about
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    as an ISO image) of the diagnostic program from: http://www.lenovo.com/support 2. Use any CD/DVD burning software to create a diagnostic disc with the ISO image. Running the diagnostic program from the diagnostic disc This section provides instructions on how to run the diagnostic program from the
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    . To clean the non-optical mouse, do the following: 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer. 3. Turn the mouse upside down. Twist the retainer ring 1 to the unlocked running across the middle of the rollers. Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and diagnostic programs 31
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    the rollers. 10. Reinstall the ball and the retainer ring. Twist the retainer ring to the locked position. 11. Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer. 12. Turn your computer back on. 32 User Guide
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    not been installed on your computer, a message will be displayed when you attempt to view the PDF file and you will be guided through the Adobe Reader installation. 2. The publication is available in other languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/support 3. If you want to
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    with your computer contains information about safety, warranty, service and support phone numbers, CRUs, and other notices and information resources. Before using the information in this manual and the product it supports, be sure to read and understand the ThinkCentre Safety and Warranty Guide and
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    latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model. v Access the online manuals for your products. v Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty. v Access troubleshooting and support information for your computer model and other supported products. v Find the service and support phone numbers
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    might apply at the time of service. To determine whether your computer is eligible for International Warranty Service and to view a list of the countries where service is available, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support, click Warranty, and follow the instructions on the screen. For technical
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    and configuration; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installations. Service availability and service name might vary by country or region. For more information about these services, go to the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com Chapter 7. Getting information, help, and
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    38 User Guide
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    and verify the operation of any other product, program, or service. Lenovo may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter described document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to
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    of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Celeron, Intel, Intel Core, and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, product, or service names
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    Support Center 35 D device drivers 10 installing 19 reinstalling 19 diagnostic programs, troubleshooting 27 diagnostics programs, using 35 documentation, using 35 drivers getting help 33 information 33 service 33 © Copyright Lenovo 2010 H help Access Help 34 and service 35 getting 33 I important
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    (POST) 25 programs, updating system 25 protection, password 11 purchasing additional services 37 R recovering software 13 recovery operations, backup and 15 problems, solving 19 recovery media, creating and using 13 reinstalling device drivers 19 replacing keyboard 10 mouse 10 Rescue and Recovery 13
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    Part Number: 89Y1200 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 89Y1200
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