Lenovo E525- User Manual

Industry Canada Class B emission compliancestatement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 European Union - Compliance to theElectromagnetic Compatibility Directive . . . 140 German Class B compliance statement . . . 140 Korea Class B compliance statement . . . . 140 Japan VCCI Class B compliance statem...

Read this first Be sure to follow the important tips given here to continue to get the most use and enjoyment out of yourcomputer. 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 t...

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. • Press it in hibernation mode. This will help to prevent damage to the c...

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...

Power cords and power adapters DANGER Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer. The power cords shall be safety approved. For Germany, it shall be H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75 mm 2 , or better. For other countries, the suitable types shall be used accordingly. Never wrap...

Plugs and outlets DANGER If a receptacle (power outlet) that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to bedamaged or corroded, do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician. Do not bend or modify the plug. If the plug is damaged, contact the manufacturer to obt...

Lithium coin cell battery notice DANGER Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. When replacing the lithium coin cell battery, use only the same or an equivalent type that isrecommended by the manufacturer. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properlyused, handled, or ...

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

DANGER Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode. Note the following. Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with opticalinstruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam. Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice CAUTION:For products wi...

DANGER Do not connect phone line while using tablet mode. Notice for users in the U.S.A. Many personal computer products and accessories contain cords, cables or wires, such as power cords orcords to connect the accessory to a personal computer. If this product has such a cord, cable or wire, thenth...

Chapter 1. Product Overview This chapter provides information about the locations of connectors, locating important product information,computer features, specifications, operating environment, and preinstalled software programs. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Locating computer contr...

Front view ThinkPad Edge E425 front view Figure 1. ThinkPad Edge E425 front view 1 UltraConnect ™ wireless antennas (left) 2 Integrated camera 3 Built-in microphone 4 UltraConnect wireless antennas (right) 5 Power switch 6 Fingerprint reader 7 System status indicators (illuminated ThinkPad logo) 8 B...

15 Volume control buttons The built-in volume control buttons enable you to quickly adjust the volume or mute the sound from yourcomputer. For details, refer to the instructions in “ThinkPad Edge E425 special keys” on page 27. ThinkPad Edge E525 front view Figure 2. ThinkPad Edge E525 front view 1 U...

Your computer comes with the UltraNav pointing device. The UltraNav pointing device consists of theTrackPoint pointing device and the touch pad. With the TrackPoint pointing device, pointing, selecting, anddragging are all part of a single process that you can perform without moving your fingers fro...

By default, even if your computer is in sleep mode, the Always On USB connector still enables you tocharge some devices, such as iPod ® , iPhone ® , and BlackBerry ® smartphones, by attaching the devices to the connector. However, with the ac power adapter attached, if you want to charge these devic...

• MultiMediaCards Note: Your computer does not support the Content Protection for Recordable Media (CPRM) feature for SD cards. For details, refer to the instructions in “Using a flash media Card” on page 46. Bottom view Figure 5. ThinkPad Edge E425 and E525 bottom view 1 Battery 2 Memory-upgrade sl...

3 Hard disk drive Your computer might have a large-capacity, customer-upgradable hard disk drive that can meet a varietyof storage demands. To keep the drive safe, the Active Protection System ™ program is installed on your computer. For details, refer to “Active Protection System” on page 21. Note:...

For details, refer to the instructions in “Access Connections” on page 21. 2 Fan louvers (rear) 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. Status indicators The status indicato...

System status indicators Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. The illuminated dot in the ThinkPad logo on the outer lid of your computer and on the palm rest works as asystem status indicator: it shows whether the computer is in sleep, hibernation, or normal...

Power status indicator Your computer has an indicator that shows the status of ac power. Note: Your computer keyboard might look different from the illustration above. The meaning of the indicator is as follows: • Green: The ac power adapter is connected. • Off: The ac power adapter is not connected...

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 ofyour computer. The FCC ID and IC Certification number label is affixed o...

If no integrated wireless PCI Express Mini Card has been preinstalled in your computer, you can installone. To do this, follow the procedure in “Replacing a PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN connection”on page 78. Certificate of Authenticity label The Certificate of Authenticity label for the p...

Memory • Double data rate 3 synchronous dynamic random access memory modules (DDR3 SDRAMM) Storage device • 2.5-inch (64 mm) hard disk drive Display The color display uses TFT technology: • Size: 14.0 inches (355.6 mm) • Resolution: – LCD: Up to 1366x768 – External monitor: Up to 2048x1536 • Brightn...

Table 2. Applications in Control Panel (continued) Application Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Power Manager Hardware and Sound System and Security Lenovo - Power Controls Recovery Media System and Security Lenovo - Factory Recovery Disks System Update System and Security Lenovo - ...

with hints and tips for maximum system performance. For more information, see “Diagnosing problems” onpage 113. To start the Lenovo Solution Center program in Windows 7, see “Accessing applications” on page 19. Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program helps you work more easil...

For instructions on accessing the Power Manager program, see “Accessing applications” on page 19. Product Recovery The Product Recovery program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factorydefault settings. For information about how to access and use this program, refer t...

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 25 • “Frequently asked questions” on page 25 • “Special keys and buttons” on page 26 • “Using the UltraNav poin...

• To achieve the best balance between performance and power saving, create and apply power plans by use of Power Manager. • If your computer will be turned off for an extended period of time, you can prevent battery power from draining by removing the battery. Look for more information about using t...

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. Configure the key functionality as desired. • Pressing...

Note: Though your keyboard comes with a ThinkLight icon on the space key, the ThinkLight light function is not available on ThinkPad E425 models. Thinkpad Edge E525 special keys Your computer has several special keys 1 , 2 , 3 , and 4 . To take advantage of each function, directly press the desired ...

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 consists of a pad 1 and two click buttons below the TrackPoint buttons at the bottom of the keyboar...

Checking battery status The Power Manager battery gauge on the taskbar displays the percentage of battery power remaining. 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 need...

When you are not using the wireless features, such as Bluetooth or wireless LAN, turn them off. This will helpconserve power. To turn off the wireless features, press F9 . Enabling the wakeup function If you put your computer into hibernation mode, and the wakeup function is disabled (this is the de...

Connecting to the network Your computer has one or more network cards for connecting to the Internet and to your company's wiredLAN or wireless LAN network. Access Connections is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing location profiles. Eachlocation profile stores all the network...

Access Connections gauge states: wireless LAN • Power to the wireless radio is off or no signal. • Power to the wireless radio is on. The signal strength of the wireless connection is poor. To improve signal strength, move your system closer to the wireless access point. • Power to the wireless radi...

To enable the wireless feature, do the following: 1. Click the Access Connections wireless status icon in the Windows notification area. 2. Click Power On Wireless Radio . To disable the wireless feature, do as follows: 1. Click the Access Connections wireless status icon in the Windows notification...

Note: If your computer cannot detect the external monitor, right-click on the desktop, then select Screen resolution . Click the Detect button. Setting the monitor types To set your monitor type, do the following: 1. Connect the external monitor to the monitor connector, and then connect the monitor...

Using the Extend desktop function Your computer supports a function named the Extend desktop. With the Extend desktop function, youcan display output on both the computer display and an external monitor. You can also display differentdesktop images on each monitor. You can use the Extend desktop fun...

• Compliant with Intel High Definition Audio • Recording and playback of PCM and WAV files in 16-bit or 24-bit format • Playback of a WAV file at a sample rate of 44.1KHz to 192 KHz • Playback of MIDI files through a Wave table synthesizer under Microsoft Windows operating systems • Playback of MP3 ...

Removing a flash media card To remove a flash media card, do the following: 1. Click Show hidden icons on the taskbar. 2. Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon. 3. Select the corresponding item to eject the card from the Windows operating system. 4. Press the card to eject it f...

Chapter 3. You and your computer This chapter provides information about accessibility, comfort, and travelling with your computer. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Accessibility and comfort” on page 49 • “Traveling with your computer” on page 51 Accessibility and comfort Good ergonomi...

caused by long periods of working in the same position. Frequent, short breaks from your work will also helpto prevent any minor discomfort associated with your working posture. Display : Position the display to maintain a comfortable viewing distance of 510-760 mm (20-30 inch). Avoid glare or refle...

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 mobilitylimitations get the most out of their computer experience. Assist...

• For using onboard computer or wireless (such as Internet, Bluetooth , etc.) service, check the services with the airline before boarding the airplane. • If there are restrictions on the use of computers with the wireless feature on an airplane, you need to disable it before boarding. To disable it...

Typing passwords If this icon is displayed, type a power-on password or a supervisor password. If this icon is displayed, type a user hard disk password. If you want to type a master hard disk password, do the following: 1. Press F1. The icon changes to this: 2. Now type the master hard disk passwor...

the password, follow steps 1 through 7. Type your current password. When the Enter New Password field opens, leave it blank and press Enter twice. Hard disk passwords Two types of hard disk passwords help protect the information stored on the hard disk drive: • User hard disk password • Master hard ...

Attention: You might want to note your passwords and keep them in a safe place. Otherwise, if you forget the user password, or both user and master passwords, Lenovo cannot reset your passwords orrecover data from the hard disk drive. You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketingre...

3. Follow the instructions on the screen to enroll your fingerprint. For details, refer to the help information system for the program. Swiping your finger over the reader To swipe your finger over the reader, do the following: 1. Place the ball of your finger (the central part of the fingerprint) o...

If you notice any of the following conditions, gently clean the surface of the reader with a dry, soft, lint-freecloth: • The surface of the reader is dirty or stained. • The surface of the reader is wet. • The reader often fails to enroll or authenticate your fingerprint. If your finger has any of ...

For disposing of data on the hard disk drive, Lenovo provides the Secure Data Disposal tool. To downloadthe application, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/support Note: Running the application will take a couple of hours. Using firewalls If your system is preintalled with a firewall program, it protects a...

Chapter 5. Recovery overview This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Creating and using recovery media” on page 63 • “Performing backup and recovery operations” on page 64 • “Using the Rescue and Recovery works...

Creating recovery media This section provides instructions on how to create recovery media. Note: You can create recovery media using discs or external USB storage devices. To create recovery media, click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools ➙ Factory Recovery Disks . Then, follow the in...

1. Make sure the computer is turned off. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F11 key when turning on the computer. When you hear beeps or see a logo screen, release the F11 key. 3. If you have set a Rescue and Recovery password, type your password when prompted. The Rescue and Recovery workspace ope...

1. Turn off your computer. 2. Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer. When the Startup Device Menu opens, release the F12 key. 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...

• If the subfolder for the device contains a file of setup information (a file with the extension .inf), you can use the Add New Hardware program (in the Windows Control Panel) to reinstall the device driver.Not all device drivers can be reinstalled by use of this program. In the Add New Hardware pr...

Chapter 6. Replacing devices You can increase the capacity of the memory or the hard disk drive by replacing the original, built-indevice with an optional one. Or, if you need to, you can replace the PCI Express Mini Card by followingthe procedures in this chapter. This chapter provides information ...

4. Insert a fully charged 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 the cables to the computer. Replacing the hard disk drive Before you start, print these instructions. You can...

9. Reinstall the computer cover 1 . Then tighten the screws 2 . 10. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 11. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and the cables to the computer. Replacing th...

1. Insert the drive in the bay, and then press it firmly to the connector. 2. Reinstall the screw 1 , and tighten it 2 . 3. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 4. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac pow...

9. Reinstall the computer cover 1 . Then tighten the screws 2 . 10. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 11. 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. You can use the following procedures to replace the keyboard with a new one, available as an option. Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER During electrical storms, do not connect the cable to or disconnect it from the telephone out...

7. Remove the cables 2 and 4 by flipping the connectors 1 and 3 upwards. Now the keyboard has been removed. Installing the keyboard To install the keyboard, do the following: 1. Attach the cables 1 and 3 by flipping the connectors 2 and 4 downwards. 86 User Guide

5. Reinstall the computer cover 1 . Then tighten the screws 2 . 6. Reinstall the battery. For more information about how to reinstall the battery, refer to “Replacing the battery” on page 69. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the ac power adapter and cables to the computer; then turn it on. T...

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

• Germany: GR • Italy: IT • Japan: JP • Netherlands: NL • Norway: NO • Spain: SP • Sweden: SV • Taiwan and Hong Kong: TC • United States: US Installing Windows 7 operating system To install Windows 7 operating system and its related software on your computer, do the following: 1. Start the ThinkPad ...

The following is an example of the ThinkPad Setup program main menu. 4. Using the cursor keys, move to an item you want to change. When the item you want is highlighted, press Enter. A submenu is displayed. 5. Change the items you wish to change. To change the value of an item, press the + or - key....

• Keyboard/Mouse : Set the keyboard and the mouse related functions. • Display : Specify the settings for display output. • Power : Set power management related functions. • Beep and Alarm : Enable or disable the audio related functions. • Serial ATA (SATA) : Specify the settings for the hard disk d...

Note: Hard Disk 1 means the hard disk drive built into your computer. The Lock UEFI BIOS Settings option enables or disables the function that protects items in the ThinkPad Setup program from being changed by a user who does not have the supervisor password. By default,this is set to Disabled . If ...

Config menu items Table 4. Config menu items Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Ethernet LAN Option ROM • Disabled • Enabled Loads the Ethernet LANOption ROM to enablestartup from an integratednetwork device. Network Wireless LAN and WiMAXRadio • On • Off If you select “On,” theinternal wirel...

Table 4. Config menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments Power Control Beep • Disabled • Enabled If this function is enabled,a beep sounds when thecomputer enters a powermanagement mode, when itresumes operational mode,and when the ac poweradapter is connected ordisconnected....

Table 5. Security menu items (continued) Menu item Submenu item Selection Comments • Permanently Disabled optional monitoring servicefrom Absolute Software. Note: If you set the Computrace moduleactivation to “PermanentlyDisabled,” you will beunable to enable thissetting again. Startup menu items Ta...

Table 6. Startup menu items (continued) Menu item Selection Comments Note: You can also enter the “Diagnostic” mode by pressing Escduring POST. Option Keys Display • Disabled • Enabled If you select “Disabled,” then themessage “To interrupt normal startup,press Enter” is not displayed duringthe POST...

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...

have your machine model type, serial number and the computer in front of you. Also, if the machine isproducing error codes, it is helpful to have the error screen on or the message written down. Making sure device drivers are current Device drivers are programs that contain instructions for the oper...

• Store your external and removable hard disk 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. The s...

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 114 Diagnosing problems If you experience problems ...

When the application is launched, select a diagnostic test to run. If there is any problem, besides the errormessages, a guidance also will be displayed to guide you to fix the problem. For additional information, refer to the ThinkVantage Toolbox help system. Note: If you are unable to isolate and ...

If the computer still does not start up, call the Customer Support Center and a Customer Support specialistwill assist you. Spills on the keyboard With a mobile computer, there are increased chances of spilling liquids on the keyboard. Because mostliquids conduct electricity, liquid spilled on the k...

Excluded from boot orderOpen ThinkPad Setup and add the device to boot order. Errors without messages • Problem : My screen keeps blanking when I do not want it to. Solution : You can disable any system timers, such as the LCD turn-off timer or the blank timer by doing the following: 1. Start Power ...

Beep errors Table 7. Beep errors Problem Solution One short beep, pause, three short beeps, pause, threemore short beeps, and one short beep Make sure that memory modules are installed correctly. Ifthey are, and you still hear the beeps, have the computerserviced. One long and two short beeps The vi...

• Problem : PIM (Personal Information Manager) items sent from Windows 7 operating system cannot be received correctly into the address book of any other Bluetooth-enabled device. Solution : Windows 7 operating system sends PIM items in XML format, but most Bluetooth-enabled devices handle PIM items...

Solution : Do the following: – Press F6 to bring up the image. – If you are using the ac power adapter, or using the battery and the Power Manager battery gauge shows that the battery is not depleted, press F8 to make the screen brighter. – If your computer is in sleep mode, press Fn to resume from ...

Solution : If you use the Extend desktop function, disable it, and change the display output location. If a DVD movie or a video clip is playing, stop the playback, close the application, and then change thedisplay output location. • Problem : If you use the Extend desktop function, you cannot set a...

Solution : The control is designed to compensate for minor differences in balance and does not completely mute either channel. • Problem : There is no volume control for MIDI sound in the Volume Mixer window . Solution : Use the hardware volume control. This is because the built-In synthesizer softw...

If a quick charger is available, use it to charge the over-discharged battery pack. If the battery pack cannot be fully charged in 24 hours, use a new battery pack. Problem: Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty, or yourcomputer operates after the battery status in...

If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced. • Problem : The message “critical low-battery error” is displayed, and the computer immediately turns off. Solution : The battery power is getting low. Connect the ac power adapter to the computer and plug it ...

Problem: The hard disk drive does not work. Solution : On the startup menu of ThinkPad Setup, make sure that the hard disk drive is on the “Boot priority order” list. If it is on the “Excluded from boot order” list, it is disabled. Select the entry for it on the list andpress the Shift+1 key. This m...

• Problem : WinDVD8 has an HD DVD tab, but I cannot use it. Solution : Your computer does not support an HD DVD drive. Software problems Problem: An application does not run correctly. Solution : Make sure that the problem is not being caused by the application. Check that your computer has the mini...

Chapter 10. Getting support There is more to owning a ThinkPad Notebook than having a powerful, portable computer. This chapterprovides information about getting help and support from Lenovo. This chapter contains the following topics: • “Before you contact Lenovo” on page 133 • “Getting help and se...

Getting help and service If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about Lenovo products, youwill find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains informationabout where to go for additional information about Lenovo and ou...

Calling Lenovo If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty period, you canget help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center. The following services areavailable during the warranty period: • Problem determination - Trained person...

To shop at Lenovo, go to:http://www.lenovo.com/accessories/services/index.html Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period, you can purchase additional services, such as support for Lenovo andnon-Lenovo hardware, operating systems, and application programs; network setup and ...

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...

Due to the fact that integrated wireless cards operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safetystandards and recommendations, Lenovo believes they are safe for use by consumers. These standards andrecommendations reflect the consensus of the scientific community and result from delibera...

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 ...

Recycling Services, for the collecting, reuse, and recycling of disused computers and monitors. For details,visit the Lenovo Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/services_warranty/jp/ja/recycle/pcrecycle/. Pursuant to the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources, the collecting and recy...

Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: LenovoAccess ConnectionsActive Protection SystemRescue and RecoveryThinkPadThinkVantageTrackPointUltraConnectUltraNav Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. ...