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Lenovo ThinkCentre M79 10CT manual available for free PDF download: Hardware Maintenance Manual
Lenovo ThinkCentre M79 10CT Hardware Maintenance Manual (186 pages)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
About this Manual
7
Chapter 1. Read this First: Important Safety Information
9
Power Cords and Power Adapters
9
General Safety
9
Electrical Safety
10
Safety Inspection Guide
11
Handling Electrostatic Discharge-Sensitive Devices
12
Grounding Requirements
12
Safety Notices (Multi-Lingual Translations)
13
Chapter 2. Product Overview
35
Locations
35
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
36
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
37
Locating Components
39
Locating Major Frus and Crus
39
Locating Parts on the System Board
42
Locating Internal Drives
43
Locating the Machine Type and Model Label
44
Features
44
Specifications
48
Lenovo Programs
48
Accessing Lenovo Programs on the Windows 7 Operating System
48
Accessing Lenovo Programs on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
49
An Introduction to Lenovo Programs
50
Chapter 3. Using Your Computer
53
Registering Your Computer
53
Using Keyboard Shortcuts
53
Using the Fingerprint Reader
54
Using the Wheel Mouse
54
Managing Power
54
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) BIOS
55
Automatic Power-On Features
55
Setting the Computer Volume
55
Setting the Volume from the Desktop
55
Setting the Volume from Control Panel
56
Using a Disc
56
Using the Optical Drive
56
Handling and Storing a Disc
57
Playing and Removing a Disc
57
Recording a Disc
57
Navigating Among Screens on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
58
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
59
Frequently Asked Questions
59
Chapter 4. You and Your Computer
61
Accessibility and Comfort
61
Arranging Your Workspace
61
Comfort
61
Glare and Lighting
62
Air Circulation
62
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
62
Accessibility Information
62
Moving Your Computer to Another Country or Region
66
Chapter 5. Security
67
Security Features
67
Locking the Computer Cover
67
Attaching a Kensington-Style Cable Lock
69
Using Passwords
69
BIOS Passwords
69
Windows Passwords
70
Configuring the Fingerprint Reader
70
Using and Understanding Firewalls
70
Protecting Data against Viruses
70
Chapter 6. Advanced Configuration
71
Using the Setup Utility Program
71
Starting the Setup Utility Program
71
Viewing and Changing Settings
71
Using BIOS Passwords
72
Enabling or Disabling a Device
73
Selecting a Startup Device
74
Enabling Erp LPS Compliance Mode
74
ICE Performance Mode
75
ICE Thermal Alert
75
Exiting the Setup Utility Program
76
Updating or Recovering the BIOS
76
BIOS Levels
76
Using System Programs
76
Changing the BIOS Settings before Installing a New Operating System
77
Updating the BIOS from a Disc
77
Updating the BIOS from Your Operating System
78
Recovering from a BIOS Update Failure
78
Chapter 7. Preventing Problems
81
Keeping Your Computer Current
81
Getting the Latest Device Drivers for Your Computer
81
Updating Your Operating System
81
Using the System Update Program
82
Cleaning and Maintenance
82
Basics
82
Cleaning Your Computer
82
Good Maintenance Practices
83
Moving Your Computer
84
Chapter 8. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
85
Basic Troubleshooting
85
Troubleshooting Procedure
86
Troubleshooting
86
Audio Problems
87
CD Problems
87
DVD Problems
88
Intermittent Problems
89
Hard Disk Drive Problems
89
Problems with the Keyboard or Mouse
90
Monitor Problems
91
Networking Problems
92
I Have Connected an Option to My Computer, but It Does Not Work
94
Performance and Lockup Problems
94
The Printer Does Not Work
95
Serial Connector Cannot be Accessed
95
Software Problems
95
My USB Connectors Cannot be Accessed
96
Diagnostics
96
Lenovo Solution Center
96
UEFI Diagnostic Program
97
Chapter 9. Service Checkout and Symptom-To-FRU Index
99
Service Checkout
99
Problem Determination Tips
99
Symptom-To-FRU Index
100
Hard Disk Drive Boot Error
100
Power Supply Problems
101
Beep Symptoms
101
POST Error Codes
101
Miscellaneous Error Conditions
102
Undetermined Problems
104
Chapter 10. Recovery Information
105
Recovery Information for the Windows 7 Operating System
105
Creating and Using Recovery Media
105
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
106
Follow the Instructions on the Screen
106
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
108
Reinstalling Programs and Device Drivers
108
Reinstalling Preinstalled Programs and Device Drivers
109
Solving Recovery Problems
110
Recovery Information for the Windows 8.1 Operating System
110
Refreshing Your Computer
110
Resetting Your Computer to the Factory-Default Settings
110
Using the Advanced Startup Options
111
Recovering Your Operating System if Windows 8.1 Fails to Start
111
Chapter 11. Installing or Replacing Hardware
113
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
113
Installing or Replacing Hardware
113
Installing External Options
113
Removing the Computer Cover
113
Removing and Reinstalling the Front Bezel
114
Accessing the System Board Components and Drives
116
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
117
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
119
Replacing the Battery
121
Replacing the Hard Disk Drive
122
Replacing the Solid-State Drive
124
Installing or Replacing the Optical Drive
129
Replacing the Slim Card Reader
132
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
134
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
137
Replacing the Microprocessor
140
Replacing the System Board
143
Replacing the Front Audio and USB Assembly
145
Replacing the System Fan Assembly
146
Replacing the Thermal Sensor
148
Installing or Removing the Front Wi-Fi Antenna
150
Installing or Removing the Rear Wi-Fi Antenna
152
Replacing the Wi-Fi Units
154
Removing the Wi-Fi Card Module
155
Installing the Wi-Fi Units
156
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
158
Completing the Parts Replacement
159
Obtaining Device Drivers
160
Chapter 12. Getting Information, Help, and Service
161
Information Resources
161
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
161
Help and Support
161
Safety and Warranty
161
Lenovo Web Site
161
Lenovo Support Web Site
162
Help and Service
162
Using the Documentation and Diagnostic Program
162
Calling for Service
162
Using Other Services
163
Purchasing Additional Services
163
Appendix A. Regulatory Information
165
Export Classification Notice
165
Electronic Emissions Notices
165
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
165
Eurasian Compliance Mark
167
Brazil Regulatory Notice
167
Mexico Regulatory Notice
167
Additional Regulatory Information
167
Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Information
169
Important WEEE Information
169
Recycling Information for Japan
169
Recycling Information for Brazil
170
Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
170
Battery Recycling Information for the European Union
170
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)
173
European Union Rohs
173
China Rohs
173
Turkish Rohs
173
Ukraine Rohs
174
India Rohs
174
Appendix D. China Energy Label
175
Appendix E. ENERGY STAR Model Information
177
Appendix F. Notices
179
Trademarks
180
Index
181
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