Lenovo E545- Manuals

Battery recycling information for the EuropeanUnion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . . 143 Battery recycling information for the United Statesand Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Recycling information for China . . . . . . . . 143 App...

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 ...

4. Remove all cables from devices. The power cord must be disconnected from the wall outlet or receptacle before installing all otherelectrical cables connected to the computer. The power cord may be reconnected to the wall outlet or receptacle only after all other electricalcables have been connect...

limits) for a wide band characteristic voltage of 75 mV. Using headphones that do not comply with EN50332-2 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 ofthe headphones or earphones and t...

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...

ThinkPad Edge E545 front view Figure 2. ThinkPad Edge E545 front view 1 Built-in microphones 6 Media card reader slot 2 Integrated camera 7 TrackPoint buttons 3 TrackPoint pointing stick 8 Touch pad 4 Numeric keypad 9 Power button 5 System status indicator (illuminated ThinkPad logo) 1 Built-in micr...

Right-side view Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the following illustration. Figure 3. ThinkPad Edge E445 and E545 right-side view 1 Combo audio jack 4 Ethernet connector 2 Always On USB connector 5 ac power connector 3 Optical drive 1 Combo audio jack To listen to the sound fr...

Left-side view Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the following illustration. Figure 4. ThinkPad Edge E445 and E545 left-side view Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. 1 Security keyhole 4 USB 3.0 connectors 2 Fan louvers (left) 5 High-de...

5 HDMI port Your computer supports the HDMI port, a digital audio and video interface that can connect a compatibledigital audio device or video monitor, such as an high-definition television (HDTV). Bottom view Figure 5. ThinkPad Edge E445 and E545 bottom view Note: Your computer bottom view might ...

Rear view Figure 6. ThinkPad Edge E445 and E545 rear view 1 Fan louvers (rear) 1 Fan louvers (rear) The internal fan and louvers enable air to circulate in the computer and cool the central processor. Note: To avoid impeding airflow, do not place any obstacle in front of the fan. Status indicators T...

Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the following illustration. The meaning of the indicator is as follows: • Red: The computer is on (in normal mode). • Fast blinking red: The computer is entering sleep or hibernation mode. • Slow blinking red: The computer is in sleep mode. • Of...

The meaning of the indicator is as follows: • Green: The ac power adapter is connected. • Off: The ac power adapter is not connected. Indicators on the screen Caps Lock indicator Press the Caps Lock key to enable the Caps Lock mode to type all alphabetic characters (A-Z) in uppercasedirectly. Wirele...

You can find the machine type and model of your computer on 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 ofyour computer. The FCC ID and IC Certification number label is affixed o...

– For E545 models: 15.6 inches (396.2 mm) • Resolution: – LCD: Up to 1366x768 or 1600x900, depending on the model – External monitor: Up to 2048x1536 • Brightness control • Integrated camera (on some models) • Built-in microphones Keyboard • 6-row keyboard • UltraNav pointing device (TrackPoint and ...

Heat output • 65 W (222 Btu/hr) maximum or 90 W (307 Btu/hr) maximum (depending on the model) Power source (ac power adapter) • Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack • Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack Battery life • For the ...

To learn more about the programs and other computing solutions offered by Lenovo, go tohttp://www.lenovo.com/support. Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system On the Windows 7 operating system, you can access Lenovo programs from either the Lenovo ThinkVantageTools program or from...

Table 2. Programs in Control Panel Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Access Connections Network and Internet Lenovo - Internet Connection Active Protection System System and Security Hardware and Sound Lenovo - Airbag Protection Client Security Solution System and Security Le...

Note: The Password Manager program is not preinstalled on your computer. You can download it from the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/support. For an introduction to these programs, see “An introduction to Lenovo programs” on page 18. An introduction to Lenovo programs This topic pr...

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 23 • “Using the UltraNav pointing device”...

Special keys Your computer has several special keys to help you work more easily and effectively. You can toggle the ThinkPad F1-F12 key functionality to use the keys in default mode or in legacy mode. Indefault mode, you can initiate the special functions illustrated on each key by pressing the cor...

Multimedia controls F10 : Previous track/scene F11 : Play or pause F12 : Next track/scene Other functions Fn + B : Has the same function as the Break key. Fn + P : Has the same function as the Pause key. Fn + S : Has the same function as the SysRq key. Fn + K : Has the same function as the ScrLK key...

Fn + P : Has the same function as the Pause key. Fn + S : Has the same function as the SysRq key. Fn + K : Has the same function as the ScrLK key. 3 Windows key On the Windows 7 operating system, press the Windows key to open the Start menu. On the Windows 8 operating system, press the Windows key t...

Using the TrackPoint pointing device The TrackPoint pointing device consists of a pointing stick 1 on the keyboard and three click buttons at the bottom of the keyboard. To move the pointer 5 on the screen, you apply pressure to the nonslip cap on the pointing stick in any direction parallel to the ...

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 1 below the TrackPoint buttons at the bottom of the keyboard. To move the pointer 2 on the...

• For Windows 7: Open the Power Manager program and click the Battery tab. • For Windows 8: Open the Lenovo Support program and click Battery Health . Or open the Lenovo Settings program and click Power . Using the ac power adapter The power to run your computer can come either from the lithium-ion ...

programs that are running. When the computer enters hibernation, all open programs, folders, and filesare saved to the hard disk, and then the computer turns off. To put the computer into hibernation mode, change your power plan settings. To access power plansettings, do the following: – For Windows...

DANGER Do not put the battery pack in trash that is disposed of in landfills. When disposing of the battery,comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. DANGER There is a danger of an explosion if the backup battery is incorrectly placed. The lithium batterycontai...

Tips for using the wireless LAN feature To achieve the best connection, use the following guidelines: • Place your computer so that there are as few obstacles as possible between the wireless LAN access point and the computer. • Open your computer display to an angle of slightly more than 90 degrees...

3. Select Send To ➙ Bluetooth Devices . 4. Select a Bluetooth device and then follow the instructions on the screen. For details, refer to the Windows help information system. Note: If you use the wireless feature (the 802.11 standard) of your computer simultaneously with a Bluetooth option, data tr...

– Current location profile is connected. Access Connections wireless status icon The Access Connections wireless status icon displays the status and signal strength of your wirelessconnection. You can find more detailed information about the status and signal strength of your wireless connectioneith...

Using an external monitor Your computer can support a maximum video resolution of up to 2048x1536, provided that the externalmonitor also supports that resolution. For more information, refer to the manuals provided with your monitor. You can set any resolution for either the computer display or the...

3. Press F6 and select Extend . To change the resolution for each monitor, do the following: 1. Right-click on the desktop, and click Screen resolution . 2. Click the Monitor-1 icon (for the primary display, the computer display). 3. Set the resolution for the primary display. 4. Click the Monitor-2...

Using the integrated camera If your computer has an integrated camera, you can use the camera to preview your video image andtake a snapshot of your current image. To start the camera, do the following: • For Windows 7: Press F5 to open the Communications settings window. • For Windows 8: Open the L...

• “Inserting a flash media card” on page 43 • “Removing a flash media card” on page 43 Inserting a flash media card Attention: Before you start installing any of the following cards, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static...

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...

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. If you set a power-on password, the p...

Changing or removing a hard disk password Follow steps 1 through 7 in “Setting a hard disk password” on page 51, typing your password to get accessto the ThinkPad Setup program. To change or remove the user hard disk password, do the following: • To change the hard disk password, type the current pa...

Attention: You might want to note down your password and keep it in a safe place. If you forget your supervisor password, Lenovo cannot reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovoreseller or a Lenovo marketing representative to have the system board replaced. Proof of purchase isreq...

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

Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. • “Recovery overview for Windows 7 models” on page 57 • “Recovery overview for Windows 8 models” on page 62 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 57. 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 65 • “Replacing the battery” on page 65 • “Replacing the hard disk drive” on page 67 • “Replacing the optical drive” on page 70 • “Replac...

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 hard disk drive Before you start, print these instructions. Attention: The hard disk drive is...

Replacing the optical drive ThinkPad Edge E445 Before you start, print these instructions. An optical drive is preinstalled in the optical drive bay. If it needs to be repaired, remove it by doing thefollowing: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the co...

4. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN connection Before you start, print these instructions. DANGER During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone outleton the wall. ...

11. Reinstall the computer cover 1 . Then tighten the screws 2 . 12. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on page 65. 13. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing a memory module Before you start, print these instructions. Increasing memory c...

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...

8. Remove the cables 2 and 4 by flipping the connectors 1 and 3 upwards. Remove the keyboard 5 . Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: 1. Attach the cables 1 and 3 by flipping the connectors 2...

4. Reinstall the screws. Note: The location of the screws that secure the keyboard might be different from the illustration above. Refer to the watermarks printed on the computer. 5. Reinstall the computer cover 1 . Then tighten the screws 2 . 6. Reinstall the battery. See “Replacing the battery” on...

4. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and all cables. Replacing the thermal fan Before you start, print these instructions. To remove the thermal fan, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer; then disconnect the ac power adapter and all cables from the computer. Wait three...

Chapter 7. Advanced configuration While it is important to protect files, data, and settings that are on the hard disk drive, you also mightneed to install a new operating system, install new device drivers, update your system UEFI BIOS, orrecover preinstalled software. This information will help yo...

Country or region: Code China: SCDenmark: DKFinland: FIFrance: FRGermany: GRItaly: ITJapan: JPNetherlands: NLNorway: NOSpain: SPSweden: SVTaiwan and Hong Kong: TCUnited States: US Installing the Windows 7 operating system Before you start, print these instructions. To install the Windows 7 operating...

Note: If you cannot find this directory on your hard disk drive, download the ThinkPad monitor file for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 from the ThinkPad Web site at:http://www.lenovo.com/Drivers Note: Before you install this file, make sure that the correct video driver has been installed. 1. Right-click o...

• Fn+F5 or –: Change to a lower value. • Fn+F6 or the combination of Shift and +: Change to a higher value. 4. Press Fn+F10 to save the changes and restart the system. Security menu If you need to set the security features of your computer, select Security from the ThinkPad Setup program main menu. ...

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 107 • “Makin...

14. If required, you can find your country's Customer Support Center at: http://www.lenovo.com/support/phone. When calling the Customer Support Center, make sure that youhave your machine model type, serial number, and the computer in front of you. Also, if the computer isproducing error codes, it i...

– Mini-PCI card – Memory card, such as an SD card, SDHC card, SDXC card, and a MultiMediaCard Note: Not all listed devices are included in your computer. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the device. • While transferring data to or from a ...

Cleaning your computer display To clean the computer display, do the following: 1. Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you see a scratchlike mark on your display, it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard or the TrackPoint pointing stick when the cover waspressed fro...

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 113 • “Troubleshooting” on page 113 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...

Memory module problems Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later. If your memory module is not operating properly, check the following items: 1. Verify that the memory module is installed and seated correctly in your computer. It might be necessary to remove all...

4. Click OK to close the Sound window. • Problem : PIM items sent from the Windows 7 operating systems cannot be received correctly into the address book of any other Bluetooth-enabled device. Solution : The Windows 7 operating system send PIM items in XML format, but most Bluetooth-enabled devices ...

Problems with the display and multimedia devices This topic includes the most common problems with displays and multimedia devices, including thecomputer display, the external monitor, audio devices, and the optical drive. Computer screen problems • Problem : The screen is blank. Solution : Do the f...

• Problem : The screen stays on even after you turn off your computer. Solution : Press and hold the power button for four seconds or more to turn off your computer; then turn it on again. • Problem : Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen every time you turn on your computer. Solu...

6. Click the Monitor-1 icon (for the primary display, the computer display). 7. Set the resolution for the primary display. 8. Click the Monitor-2 icon (for the external monitor). 9. Set the screen resolution for the secondary display. 10. Set the relative position of each monitor by dragging its ic...

6. Click the Levels tab, and move the Microphone Boost slider upwards. 7. Click OK . Note: For details about controlling volume, refer to your Windows online help. • Problem : A volume or balance slider cannot be moved. Solution : The slider might be grayed out. This means that its position is fixed...

f. Remove the hard disk drive. Refer to “Replacing the hard disk drive” on page 67. g. Wait for 30 seconds, and then reinstall the memory module and the known good battery or the ac power adapter to test the computer with minimal devices attached first. h. Reinstall each device one at a time that yo...

• Problem : The computer display remains blank after you press Fn to return from sleep mode. Solution : Check whether an external monitor was disconnected or turned off while the computer was in sleep mode. If you disconnected or turned off the external monitor, connect it or turn it on beforeresumi...

• Problem : After setting a hard disk password on the hard disk drive of the computer, you moved the drive to another computer. Now you cannot unlock the hard disk password. Solution : Your computer supports an enhanced password algorithm. Computers older than yours might not support such a security...

A software problem Problem : A program does not run correctly. Solution : Make sure that the problem is not being caused by the program. Check that your computer has the minimum required memory to run the program. Refer to the manualssupplied with the program. Check the following: • The program is d...

Chapter 10. Getting support This chapter provides information about getting help and support from Lenovo. • “Before you contact Lenovo” on page 131 • “Getting help and service” on page 132 • “Purchasing additional services” on page 133 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...

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...

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/ThinkPadUserGuides Export ...

European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic CompatibilityDirective This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004/108/EC on theapproximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility. Lenovo cannotaccept responsibil...

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...

Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: LenovoAccess ConnectionsActive Protection SystemOneKeyThinkPadThinkVantageTrackPointUltraConnectUltraNav Microsoft, Windows, and BitLocker are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. AMD a...

Appendix F. Eurasian compliance mark © Copyright Lenovo 2013 151