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Contents Read first . . . . . . . . . . . . . v Chapter 1. Finding information . . . . . 1 This guide and other publications . . . . . 1 Finding information with the ThinkVantage button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Chapter 2. Caring for your ThinkPad computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Chapter 3. ...
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iv ThinkPad ® Z61 Service and Troubleshooting Guide
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Chapter 1. Finding information This guide and other publications Setup Instructions helps you to unpack your ThinkPad computer and get started. It includes a few tips for first-time users, and introduces software preinstalled by Lenovo. This Service and Troubleshooting Guide provides information abo...
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Frequently asked questions This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you can find detailed answers. For details about each publication included in the package with the ThinkPad computer, see “This guide and other publications” on page 1. What safety precautions should I follow wh...
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Keyboard problems Problem: All or some of the keys on the keyboard do not work. Solution: v If the problem occurred immediately after the computer returned from standby mode, enter the power-on password if one has been set. v If an external numeric keypad or a mouse is connected: 1. Turn off the com...
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Problem: Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen every time you turn on your computer. Solution: This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology. Your computer ’s display contains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots ...
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Problem: The computer does not turn off with the power switch. Solution: If the standby indicator is on and you are working under battery power, replace the battery with a fully charged one or change your power source to ac power. If you still have a problem, press and hold the power switch for 4 se...
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Notes: 1. If the optical drive is not attached to your ThinkPad computer during recovery, DVD software and CD-recording software will not be installed. To ensure that they will be installed correctly, install the optical drive in the Ultrabay Slim or Ultrabay Enhanced before performing a recovery op...
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Chapter 5. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the battery Important Read Safety and Warranty Guide before replacing the battery. 1. Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from the computer. Note: If you are using a PC Card, the computer...
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Upgrading the hard disk drive Important Read Safety and Warranty Guide before replacing the hard disk drive. You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your reseller or Lenovo marke...
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ThinkPad Z61m, Z61p or Z61e 6. Detach the side rubber rails from the hard disk drive. 7. Attach the side rubber rails to a new hard disk drive. 8. Insert the hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay; then firmly install it. 9. Reinstall the cover of the bay, and reinstall the screw. 10. Reinstal...
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4. Click Yes . The computer restarts, and the BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. The “Installed memory” item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer. For example, if your computer has 256 MB of memory and you install a 256-MB SO-DIMM in it, the quantity shown in “Installed memory” ...
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v 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. v Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has bee...
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This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 3 (see above). 7. CRU and Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service This type of Warranty Service is a combination of Type 1 and Type 4 (see above). When a 5, 6 or 7 type of warranty service is listed, your Service Provider will determine ...
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Appendix C. Features and Specifications For details about each part and its function of your computer, see the About your computer section in online Access Help. Features Processor v See the system properties of your computer. You can do this as follows: right-click My computer on your desktop, from...
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Interface v Stereo headphone jack v Microphone jack v Video-out connector (S-Video) v 3 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors v IEEE 1394 connector v Infrared port v RJ11 telephone connector v RJ45 Ethernet connector v Ultrabay ™ Enhanced (on some models) v Ultrabay Slim (on some models) v Docking c...
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Appendix D. Notices Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or ser...
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–In Asia Pacific Countries: Via the Internet: http://smartsuite.modusmedia.com Mail address: IBM - Lotus Notes and SmartSuite Program Modus Media International eFulfillment Solution Center 750 Chai Chee Road #03-10/14, Technopark at Chai Chee, Singapore 469000 Fax: +65 6448 5830 To inquire about an ...
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Index B battery problems 22 replacing 29 BIOS Setup Utility 24 C carrying the computer 4 cleaning the computer 9 computer screen 21 configuration setup 24 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) parts list 51 D diagnosing problems 11 E environment 3 error messages 12 errors without messages 17 F features 53...