Lenovo E431- Manuals

Japan recycling statements . . . . . . . . . 155 Recycling information for Brazil . . . . . . . . 156 Battery recycling information for the EuropeanUnion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . . 157 Battery recycling information for the United States...

Read this first Be sure to follow the important tips given here to get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer.Failure to do so might lead to discomfort or injury, or cause your computer to fail. Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates. When your computer is turned on or ...

Protect your computer and data when moving it. Before moving a computer equipped with a hard disk drive, do one of thefollowing, and make sure that the power switch is off or is blinking: • Turn it off. • Put it in sleep mode. • Put it in hibernation mode. This will help to prevent damage to the com...

Conditions that require immediate action Products can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some product damage is serious enoughthat the product should not be used again until it has been inspected and, if necessary, repaired byan authorized servicer. As with any electronic device, pay close att...

sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source. If you haveany questions or concerns, contact the Customer Support Center. Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected, thefollowing warnings are required for...

Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you useare rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power stripsare used, the load should not exceed the power ...

• Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety, comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become blocked by placing the product ona bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface. Never block, cover, or disable these features. • When the ...

DANGER Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving,or opening covers on this product or attached devices. To connect: 1. Turn everything OFF. 2. First, attach all cables to devices. 3. Attach signal cables to connectors. 4. Attach power cords to out...

CAUTION:Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. Adjustment ofthe equalizer to maximum increases the earphone and headphone output voltage and the soundpressure level. Therefore, to protect your hearing, adjust the equalizer to an appropriate level. Excessive us...

Chapter 1. Product overview This chapter provides information about the locations of connectors, locations of important product labels,computer features, specifications, operating environment, and preinstalled programs. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Locating computer controls, conne...

• For Windows 8: Click the battery status icon in the Windows notification area, and then click More power options ➙ Choose what the power buttons do . ThinkPad Edge E531 front view Figure 2. ThinkPad Edge E531 front view 1 Built-in microphones 6 Media card reader slot 2 Integrated camera 7 Fingerpr...

DANGER To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector.You can only connect an Ethernet cable to this connector. Two indicators, to the upper right and left of the connector, show the status of the network connection.When your computer connects to ...

1 Security keyhole Purchase a security cable lock that fits this keyhole to lock your computer to a stationary object to protectyour computer from theft. 2 Fan louvers (left) The internal fan and louvers enable air to circulate in the computer and cool the central processor. Note: To avoid impeding ...

ThinkPad Edge E531 left-side view Figure 5. ThinkPad Edge E531 left-side view 1 Security keyhole 4 HDMI port 2 Fan louvers (left) 5 USB 3.0 connectors 3 VGA connector 6 Combo audio jack 1 Security keyhole Purchase a security cable lock that fits this keyhole to lock your computer to a stationary obj...

6 Combo audio jack To listen to the sound from your computer, connect a headphone or a headset that has a 3.5 mm 4-poleplug to the combo audio jack. Notes: • If you are using a headset with a function switch, do not press this switch while using the headset. If you press it, the headset microphone w...

4 Memory-upgrade slot You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a memory module in thememory-upgrade slot. Memory modules are available as options from Lenovo. 5 Hard disk drive or solid-state drive Your computer might have a large-capacity, customer-upgradable hard disk d...

• Fast blinking: The computer is entering hibernation mode. Locating important product information This section provides information to help you locate your machine type and model label, FCC ID and ICCertification label, and the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity (COA) label. Machine type and mod...

• ac power connector Optical drive • Multi-Burner drive Wireless features • Integrated wireless LAN • Integrated wireless WAN (on some models) • Integrated Bluetooth (on some models) Security features • Fingerprint reader (on some models) Specifications This section lists the physical specifications...

• Maximum altitude without pressurization: 3048 m (10 000 ft) • Temperature – At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft) – Operating: 5.0°C to 35.0°C (41°F to 95°F) – Storage: 5.0°C to 43.0°C (41°F to 109°F) – At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft) – Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized ...

Table 1. Programs in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program (continued) Program Icon name Client Security Solution Enhanced Security Communications Utility Web Conferencing Lenovo Solution Center System Health and Diagnostics Mobile Broadband Connect 3G Mobile Broadband OneKey ® Recovery Pro Enhanced...

Table 2. Programs in Control Panel (continued) Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel SimpleTap Programs Lenovo - SimpleTap System Update System and Security Lenovo - Update and Drivers Note: Depending on your computer model, some of the programs might not be available. Accessing ...

Chapter 2. Using your computer This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Registering your computer” on page 21 • “Frequently asked questions” on page 21 • “Special keys ” on page 25 • “Using the ThinkPad pointing device...

Using the multi-touch screen This topic provides instructions on how to use the multi-touch screen that is available on some models. Tap Tap on the screen with your fingertip to launch an application, select an item, or open a menu. Press and hold Press and hold an item or a blank area on the screen...

Tasks Touch gestures (touch models only) Mouse actions To scroll through items, such as lists,pages, and photos Slide. Scroll the mouse wheel, move thescroll bar, or click the scroll arrow. To move an object Drag an item to the desired location. Click, hold, and drag an item. To zoom out Move two fi...

• : For Windows 8: Opens the Settings charm. For Windows 7: Opens Control Panel . • : For Windows 8: Opens the Search charm. For Windows 7: Opens Windows Search . • : Views the programs that you have opened. • : For Windows 8: Views all the programs.For Windows 7: Opens Computer . • Fn+B : Has the s...

• : For Windows 8: Opens the Settings charm. For Windows 7: Opens Control Panel . • : For Windows 8: Opens the Search charm. For Windows 7: Opens Windows Search . • : Views the programs that you have opened. • : For Windows 8: Views all the programs.For Windows 7: Opens Computer . • Fn+B : Has the s...

The rate at which you use battery power will determine how long you can use the battery of your computerbetween charges. Because each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict howlong a battery charge will last. There are two main factors: • How much energy is stored i...

If an ac outlet is convenient, plug the ac power adapter into it, and then insert the jack into the computer.The battery will be fully charged in about 3 to 6 hours. This is affected by the battery size and the physicalenvironment. To increase the life of the battery, the computer does not start rec...

5. Click a scheduled task, and then click the Conditions tab. 6. Under Power , select the check box for Wake the computer to run this task . Setting the actions for critical and low power When your battery power falls below a certain level, some actions will be triggered. For example, the alarmwill ...

The battery pack is a consumable supply. If your battery begins to discharge too quickly, replace thebattery pack with a new one of the type recommended by Lenovo. For more information on replacing thebattery pack, contact your Customer Support Center. DANGER Do not drop, crush, puncture, or subject...

Wireless connections Wireless communication is the transfer of data without the use of cables but by means of radio waves only. Depending on the wireless device used in your computer, you might be able to connect to the followingcategories of wireless networks. Wireless LAN A wireless local area net...

• For Windows 8: Press F8 to enable or disable the Airplane mode. When the Airplane mode is enabled, all of your wireless devices are turned off. To establish a wireless connection, turn on the wireless feature. And then Double-click a network to connectto it. Provide required information if needed....

– Power to the wireless radio is on. No association. – Power to the wireless radio is on. No signal. – Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is excellent. – Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is marginal. – Po...

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. Click OK to apply t...

To launch the integrated camera and configure the camera settings, do the following: • For Windows 7: Open the Communication Utility program. • For Windows 8: Open the Lenovo Settings program, and click Camera . When the camera is started, the camera status indicator turns on. You also can use the i...

3. Follow the instructions on the screen. Removing a flash media card Attention: Before removing a card, stop the card first. Otherwise, data on the card might be corrupted or lost. To remove a flash media card, do the following: 1. Click the triangular icon in the Windows notification area to show ...

Chapter 3. You and your computer This chapter provides information about accessibility, comfort, and travelling with your computer. Accessibility and comfort Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort.Arrange your workplace and the equipm...

Head position : Keep your head and neck in a comfortable and neutral (vertical, or upright) position. Chair : Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat height adjustment. Use chair adjustments to best suit your desired posture. Arm and hand position : If available, use chair arm rests or...

Assistive technologies Some accessibility technologies are available through the Accessibility Options program. Dependingon your operating system, the number of accessibility options available varies. In general, accessibilityoptions enhance the way users with hearing, vision, or mobility limitation...

2. Type the master hard disk password. Note: To return to the icon , press Fn+F1 again. Note: Press the Backspace key if you enter a wrong password while you are typing your password. Power-on password You can set a power-on password to help protect your computer against access by unauthorized users...

The next time you turn on your computer, you will have to type the user or master hard disk password inorder to start your computer and get access to your operating system. Changing or removing a hard disk password Follow steps 1 through 7 in “Setting a hard disk password” on page 51, typing your pa...

• For Windows 7: To start Lenovo Fingerprint software, refer to “Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system” on page 16. • For Windows 8: To start Lenovo Fingerprint software, refer to “Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system” on page 18. 3. Follow the instructio...

special software for data recovery. There is a risk that people of bad faith might read and misuse the criticaldata on hard disk drives or solid-state drives for unexpected purposes. To prevent leakage of data, it becomes very important that you take responsibility for deleting all the datafrom the ...

Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. • “Recovery overview for Windows 7 models” on page 59 • “Recovery overview for Windows 8 models” on page 64 Recovery overview for Windows 7 models This section provides information about t...

To create recovery media, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks . Then, follow the instructions on the screen. Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media on different operating systems. • You can use recovery media t...

Performing a recovery operation This section provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation using the OneKey RecoveryPro program. 1. From the Windows desktop, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Enhanced Backup and Restore . The OneKey Recovery Pro program opens. 2...

4. Do one of the following: • To rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup, click Rescue files and follow the instructions on the screen. • To restore your hard disk drive from a OneKey Recovery Pro backup or to restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings, click Restor...

3. In the Boot Menu window, select the USB hard disk drive as the first boot device and press Enter. The rescue medium starts. When the rescue medium starts, the OneKey Recovery Pro workspace opens. The help information foreach feature is available from the OneKey Recovery Pro workspace. Follow the ...

• Use recovery media if all other methods of recovery have failed and you need to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings. See “Creating and using a recovery media” on page 59. Note: If you are unable to access the OneKey Recovery Pro workspace or the Windows environment from a r...

Chapter 6. Replacing devices This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for your computer. • “Static electricity prevention” on page 67 • “Replacing the battery” on page 67 • “Replacing the SIM card” on page 69 • “Replacing the keyboard” on page 70 • “Replacing the hard...

4. Insert a new battery until it clicks into place 1 , and then slide the battery latch to the locked position 2 . 5. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the SIM card Before you start, print these instructions. If your computer is equipped with a SIM ...

4. Locate the SIM card slot inside the battery compartment. Gently push the card to remove it from the computer. 5. Hold the new card with the metal contact facing upward and going into the slot first. Then, insert the card firmly into the slot until you hear a click. 6. Reinstall the battery. See “...

9. Gently put the keyboard on the palm rest and detach the connectors. Then remove the keyboard. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: 1. Attach the connectors and then turn over the keyboard. Chapter 6 . Replacing devices 73

6. Adjust the keyboard frame in place with the keyboard multi-tool and ensure that all the latches are secured under the keyboard bezel. 7. Turn the computer over and lock the keyboard frame. 8. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 9. Turn the computer over again. Connect t...

9. Reinstall the computer cover 1 . Then tighten the screws 2 . 10. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the optical drive ThinkPad Edge E431 Before you start, print these instructions....

2. Reinstall the screw and tighten it. 3. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 4. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing a wireless LAN card Before you start, print these instructions. DANGER During electrical storms, do not con...

Replacing a wireless WAN card Before you start, print these instructions. Prerequisites for replacing or installing the wireless WAN card DANGER During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone outleton the wall. DANGER Electric current from power, telephone,...

8. Connect the antenna cables to the new card as shown in the drawing. 9. Reinstall the computer cover 1 . Then tighten the screw 2 . 10. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 67. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing a memory m...

7. With the notched end of the memory module toward the contact edge side of the socket, insert the memory module into the socket at an angle of about 20 degrees 1 ; then press it in firmly 2 . Note: If you install a memory module in only one of the two memory slots, install it in the bottom slot. 8...

Chapter 7. Advanced configuration While it is important to protect files, data, and settings that are on the hard disk drive or solid-state drive,you also might need to install a new operating system, install new device drivers, update your system UEFIBIOS, or recover preinstalled software. This inf...

– After installing the new operation system, you should not change the initial UEFI/Legacy Boot setting in ThinkPad Setup. The UEFI/Legacy Boot setting must be the same as it was when the Windows operating system image was installed. Otherwise, the new operating system will not boot properly. For th...

Installing the Windows 7 fix module The Windows 7 fix modules are in the following directory: C:\SWTOOLS\OSFIXES The name of each subfolder is the number of a fix module. For information about each fix module, go tothe Microsoft Knowledge Base homepage at http://support.microsoft.com/, type the numb...

Installing the driver for USB 3.0 on the Windows 7 operating system If your computer supports USB 3.0, and you have reinstalled the operating system, you need to downloadand install the USB 3.0 driver to use the USB 3.0 by doing the following: 1. Go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. Find your model ...

• UEFI Secure Boot Config menu If you need to change the configuration of your computer, select Config from the ThinkPad Setup program main menu. The following table shows the contents of the Config menu. Notes: • Some items are displayed on the menu only if the computer supports the corresponding f...

Security menu If you need to set the security features of your computer, select Security from the ThinkPad Setup program main menu. The following table shows the contents of the Security menu. Notes: • Some items are displayed on the menu only if the computer supports the corresponding features. • D...

Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Secure Boot • Disabled • Enabled Enable or disable UEFISecure Boot feature.Windows 8 operatingsystem requires this featureto be enabled. Platform Mode User Mode Secure Boot Mode Standard Mode Reset to Setup Mode • Yes...

Chapter 8. Preventing problems An important part of owning a ThinkPad notebook computer is maintenance. With proper care, you canavoid common problems. The chapter provides information that can help you keep your computer runningsmoothly. • “General tips for preventing problems” on page 119 • “Makin...

not start up, download the files to create a bootable self-test media from the following Web site:http://www.lenovo.com/hddtest. Run the test and record any messages or error codes. If the testreturns any failing error codes or messages, call the Customer Support Center with the codes ormessages and...

Taking care of your computer Although your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to usecommon sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoymentout of your computer. Be careful about where and how you work • Stor...

• Store your external and removable hard disk drive or optical drives in the appropriate containers or packaging when they are not being used. • Before you install any of the following devices, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body....

Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problems This chapter provides information on what to do if you experience a problem with your computer. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Diagnosing problems” on page 125 • “Troubleshooting” on page 125 Diagnosing problems If you experience problems ...

2. While the computer is turned off, remove all power sources from the computer (battery and the ac power adapter). Hold down the power button for 10 seconds. Plug in the ac power adapter while keeping thebattery out of the computer. If the computer does not turn back on, continue with step 3. Note:...

Solution : The hard disk drive is not working. Have the hard disk drive serviced. • Message : 2101: Detection error on HDD1 (Ultrabay HDD)). Solution : The hard disk drive is not working. Have the hard disk drive serviced. • Message : 2102: Detection error on HDD2 (Mini SATA). Solution : The Mini SA...

• Problem : When I turn on the computer, nothing is displayed on the screen and the computer does not beep while starting up. Note: If you are not sure whether you heard any beeps, turn off the computer by pressing and holding the power button for four seconds or more. Turn it on and listen again. S...

Table 7. Beep errors (continued) One long and two short beeps The video function has a problem. Have the computerserviced. Five beeps The system board has a problem. Have the computerserviced. Memory module problems Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later. If ...

Solution : The WAN card is not supported on this computer. Remove it. Note: Depending on your computer, some models do not have a wireless WAN card. Bluetooth problems • Problem : Sound does not come from the Bluetooth headset/headphone but comes from the local speaker even though the Bluetooth head...

If the keyboard problem is resolved, carefully reconnect the external numeric keypad and the externalkeyboard. Make sure that you have seated the connectors correctly. If the problem persists, make sure that the correct device driver is installed. 1. Go to Control Panel. Change the view of Control P...

8. Click the Properties button. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Check the Device status box and make sure that the device is working correctly. If not, click the Troubleshoot button and follow the instructions on the scree...

• Problem : Wrong characters are displayed on the screen. Solution : Did you follow the correct procedure when installing the operating system or program? If you did, have the external monitor serviced. • Problem : The Extend desktop function does not work. Solution : Enable the Extend desktop funct...

3. Look at the tabs of playback devices. If you have attached a headphone, the headphone will be automatically set as the default device, and the headphone tab icon will be checked. 4. To set a different device as the default, click the speaker tab. Click the Set Default Device drop down list box. S...

An ac power adapter problem Problem : The ac power adapter is connected to the computer and the working electrical outlet, but the power adapter (power plug) icon is not displayed on the taskbar. Also the ac power indicator does notlight up. Solution : Do the following: 1. Make sure that the connect...

If the system still does not return from sleep mode, your system might stop responding and you might notbe able to turn off the computer. In this case, you need to reset the computer. If you have not saved yourdata, it might be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 secon...

Make sure that the drive tray is firmly closed. Make sure that the device drivers are correctly installed. • Problem : You hear a noise from the drive when the CD, DVD, or CD-RW disc is spinning. Solution : If the disc is not correctly loaded on the center pivot of the drive, it might rub against th...

• The program works when it is run on some other computer. If an error message is displayed while you are using the program, refer to the manuals supplied with theprogram. If the program still does not run correctly, contact your place of purchase or a service representative for help. A USB problem ...

Chapter 10. Getting support This chapter provides information about getting help and support from Lenovo. • “Before you contact Lenovo” on page 145 • “Getting help and service” on page 146 • “Purchasing additional services” on page 148 Before you contact Lenovo Often, you can solve your computer pro...

• 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 bee...

Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for Lenovoand non-Lenovo hardware, operating systems, and programs; network setup and configuration services;upgraded or extended hardware repair services; and custom installati...

Appendix A. Regulatory information Wireless related information Wireless interoperability Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product thatis based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS), Complementary Code Keying (CCK), and/orOrthogonal Frequen...

• Battery Status Profile Usage environment and your health Integrated wireless cards emit radio frequency electromagnetic energy like other radio devices. However, thelevel of energy emitted is far much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices likefor example mobile phones. D...

3 Wireless WAN antenna (main) 4 Wireless LAN antenna (main) Type 2: Antenna location 1 Wireless LAN antenna (auxiliary) 2 Wireless LAN antenna (main) Locating wireless regulatory notices For more information about the wireless regulatory notices, refer to the Regulatory Notice shipped with your comp...

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not respon...

Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Lenovo encourages owners of information technology equipment to responsibly recycle their equipmentwhen it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners inrecycling their IT products. Information on product ...

Disposing of a Lenovo computer components Some Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have components that contain heavy metals or otherenvironmental sensitive substances. To properly dispose of disused components, such as a printed circuitboard or drive, use the methods described above for coll...

Appendix C. ENERGY STAR model information ENERGY STAR ® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed at saving money and protecting the environment through energy efficient products andpractices. Lenovo is proud to offer our customers product...

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