Lenovo 1184 - Manuals

Chapter 1. Product overview This chapter provides information about the computer features, specifications,preinstalled software programs, connector and part locations, and how to adjustthe computer stand. This chapter contains the following topics: v “Features”: This section provides information abo...

Operating system(s), certified or tested for compatibility 1 (varies by model type) v Linux ® Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer. Dimensions Width: 472 mm (18.58 inches) Height: 355 mm (13.98 inches) Depth: 70 mm (2.76 inches) Weight Maximum configuration...

Software provided by Lenovo The following software programs are provided by Lenovo to help you improveproductivity and reduce the cost associated with maintaining your computer.Software programs provided with your computer might vary depending on yourmodel type and preinstalled operating system. Len...

Locating computer connectors and parts This section provides information to help you locate your computer connectors andparts. 1 Integrated camera (available in some models) 6 Microphone connector 2 Integrated microphone 7 Power switch 3 Brightness controls 8 Power indicator light-emitting diode (LE...

Adjusting the computer stand Your computer comes with a computer stand that you can use to adjust thecomputer to your comfortable position. Pull the stand open and adjust the positionof the computer at an angle between 10° to 35° as shown in the followingillustration. CAUTION:Make sure that the angl...

Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for yourcomputer. This chapter contains the following topics: v “Installing or replacing hardware” v “Obtaining device drivers” on page 10 v “Basic security features” on page 10 Insta...

Replacing the keyboard or mouse Attention Do not attempt any repair before reading and understanding the “Important safetyinformation” 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.c...

Integrated cable lock Note: Make sure that any security cables you installed do not interfere with othercomputer cables. An integrated cable lock, sometimes referred to as the Kensington lock, can beused to secure your computer to a desk, a table, or other non-permanent fixture.The integrated cable ...

Chapter 3. Recovery information This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided byLenovo. This chapter contains the following topics: v “Creating and using recovery media” v “Performing backup and recovery operations” on page 15 v “Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace” on ...

v To create Product Recovery discs on the Windows XP operating system, click Start → All Programs → ThinkVantage → Create Recovery Media . Then, follow the instructions on the screen. Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media on differentoperating systems. ...

Windows operating system, you can restore the factory default settings even ifyou cannot start the Windows operating system. Attention: If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings, all files on theprimary hard di...

v If you have created a rescue medium using the secondary internal hard diskdrive, set the secondary internal hard disk drive as the first boot device in thestartup device sequence to start the rescue medium. See “Selecting a startupdevice” on page 23. Note: The secondary internal hard disk drive is...

Chapter 4. Using the Setup Utility program You can use the Setup Utility program to view and change the configurationsettings of your computer, regardless of which operating system you are using.However, the operating system settings might override any similar settings in theSetup Utility program. T...

Enabling or disabling a device This section provides instructions on how to enable or disable user access to adevice. USB Setup Use this option to set up USB connectors. SATA Controller When this option is set to Disabled , all devices connected to the SATA connectors (such as the hard disk drive or...

Chapter 5. Updating system programs This chapter provides information about updating the POST and BIOS, and how torecover from a POST and BIOS update failure. This chapter contains the following topics: v “Using system programs” v “Updating (flashing) the BIOS from a disc” v “Updating (flashing) the...

4. When prompted to change the serial number, it is suggested that you press N.However, if you do want to change the serial number, press Y, then type in theserial number and press Enter. 5. When prompted to change the machine type and model, it is suggested thatyou press N. However, if you do want ...

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting and diagnostic programs This chapter provides information about some basic troubleshooting and diagnosticprograms. If your computer problem is not described in this chapter, see Chapter 7,“Getting information, help, and service,” on page 33 for additional troubleshootingre...

Symptom Action The wireless keyboard or mousedoes not work. Verify that: v The computer is turned on. v The battery or batteries installed in the wireless keyboard or mouse are ingood condition. v The wireless configurations are all set correctly. You might need to refer to thedocumentation that com...

To run the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox program, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools → System Health and Diagnostics . Follow the instructions on the screen. For additional information about running the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolboxprogram, refer to the Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox he...

diagnostic program runs independently of the Windows operating system. Use thePC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program if you are unable to start the Windowsoperating system. You can run the PC-Doctor for DOS diagnostic program from adiagnostic disc that you created. Creating a diagnostic disc This sect...

Chapter 7. Getting information, help, and service This chapter provides information about help, service, and technical assistance forLenovo products. This chapter contains the following topics: v “Information resources” v “Help and service” on page 35 Information resources You can use the informatio...

Lenovo Web site (http://www.lenovo.com) The Lenovo Web site provides up-to-date information and services to help youbuy, upgrade, and maintain your computer. You can also do the following: v Shop for desktop and notebook computers, monitors, projectors, upgrades andaccessories for your computer, and...

The following items are not covered by the warranty: v Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo ornon-warranted Lenovo parts v Identification of software problem sources v Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade v Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device...

Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, suchas support for hardware, operating systems, and application programs; networksetup and configuration; upgraded or extended hardware repair services; andcustom installations. Service availab...

Index A a rescue medium, creating and using 17Access Help 34administrator password 22antivirus software 5audio subsystem 1 B backup and recovery operations 15basic troubleshooting 27 C changing startup device sequence 24 cleaning the mouse 30considerations, password 22creating and using a rescue med...