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Lenovo ThinkStation P500 30A6 User Manual (190 pages)
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Desktop
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Table of Contents
User Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Before Using this Manual
7
Read this First: Important Safety Information
7
Service and Upgrades
7
Power Cords and Power Adapters
8
Static Electricity Prevention
8
Extension Cords and Related Devices
9
External Devices
9
Heat and Product Ventilation
9
Plugs and Outlets
9
Laser Compliance Statement
10
Operating Environment
10
Cleaning and Maintenance
11
Power Supply Statement
11
Chapter 1. Product Overview
13
Locations
13
Locating Connectors, Controls, and Indicators on the Front of Your Computer
14
Locating Connectors on the Rear of Your Computer
14
Locating Components
18
Locating Parts on the System Board
18
Locating Internal Drives
22
Locating the Machine Type and Model Label
23
Features
23
Specifications
27
Lenovo Programs
27
Accessing a Program on Your Computer
27
An Introduction to Lenovo Programs
28
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
31
Registering Your Computer
31
Using Windows Shortcut Keys
31
Using Fingerprint Authentication
31
Using the Wheel Mouse
32
Managing Power
32
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) BIOS
32
Automatic Power-On Features
32
Setting the Computer Volume
33
Using a Disc
33
Using the Optical Drive
33
Handling and Storing a Disc
34
Playing and Removing a Disc
34
Recording a Disc
34
Navigating Among Screens on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
34
Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8.1 Operating System
36
Frequently Asked Questions
36
Chapter 3. You and Your Computer
39
Accessibility and Comfort
39
Arranging Your Workspace
39
Comfort
39
Glare and Lighting
40
Air Circulation
40
Electrical Outlets and Cable Lengths
40
Accessibility Information
40
Moving Your Computer to Another Country or Region
43
Chapter 4. Security
45
Security Features
45
Locking the Computer Cover
45
Attaching a Kensington-Style Cable Lock
47
Using Passwords and Windows Accounts
47
Using Fingerprint Authentication
48
Using and Understanding Firewalls
48
Protecting Data against Viruses
48
Chapter 5. Advanced Configuration
49
Using the Setup Utility Program
49
Starting the Setup Utility Program
49
Viewing and Changing Settings
49
Using BIOS Passwords
50
Enabling or Disabling a Device
51
Selecting a Startup Device
52
Enabling Erp LPS Compliance Mode
52
Exiting the Setup Utility Program
53
Updating or Recovering the BIOS
53
BIOS Levels
53
Using System Programs
54
Changing the BIOS Settings before Installing a New Operating System
54
Updating the BIOS
54
Recovering from a BIOS Update Failure
55
Configuring RAID
55
Configuring RAID with Intel Rste
55
Quick RAID Setup Using the LSI Megaraid BIOS Configuration Utility
58
Chapter 6. Preventing Problems
61
Keeping Your Computer Current
61
Getting the Latest System Updates
61
Cleaning and Maintenance
61
Basics
61
Cleaning Your Computer
62
Good Maintenance Practices
63
Moving Your Computer
63
Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
65
Basic Troubleshooting
65
Troubleshooting Procedure
66
Troubleshooting
66
Audio Problems
67
CD Problems
67
DVD Problems
68
Intermittent Problems
69
Hard Disk Drive Problems
69
Problems with the Keyboard or Mouse
70
Monitor Problems
70
Networking Problems
71
I Have Connected an Option to My Computer, but It Does Not Work
73
Performance and Lockup Problems
73
The Printer Does Not Work
74
Serial Connector Cannot be Accessed
74
Software Problems
75
My USB Connectors Cannot be Accessed
75
Diagnostics
76
Lenovo Solution Center
76
Hardware Diagnostics
76
Chapter 8. Recovery Information
79
Recovery Information for the Windows 7 Operating System
79
Creating and Using Recovery Media
79
Performing Backup and Recovery Operations
80
Creating and Using a Rescue Medium
82
Reinstalling Programs and Device Drivers
82
Reinstalling Preinstalled Programs and Device Drivers
83
Solving Recovery Problems
84
Recovery Information for the Windows 8.1 Operating System
84
Refreshing Your Computer
84
Resetting Your Computer to the Factory-Default Settings
84
Using the Advanced Startup Options
85
Recovering Your Operating System if Windows 8.1 Fails to Start
85
Recovery Information for the Windows 10 Operating System
85
Chapter 9. Installing or Replacing Hardware
87
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
87
Installing or Replacing Hardware
87
Installing External Options
87
Removing the Computer Cover
87
Removing and Reinstalling the Direct Cooling Air Baffle
88
Installing or Replacing a Device in the Optical Drive Bay
90
Installing or Replacing a Device in the 5.25-Inch Flex Module
93
Removing and Reinstalling the Optical Drive Bracket
100
Replacing the Cover Presence Switch
102
Replacing the Front Fan Assembly
104
Installing or Replacing an Internal Storage Drive
105
Replacing the Power Supply Assembly
132
Installing or Replacing a PCI Card
133
Installing or Replacing a Full-Length PCI Card
138
Installing or Replacing the Super Capacitor Module
140
Replacing the Rear Fan Assembly
143
Replacing the Heat Sink and Fan Assembly
145
Installing or Replacing a Memory Module
147
Installing or Replacing a Flex Adapter
149
Replacing the Battery
151
Replacing the Wi-Fi Units
153
Installing or Removing the Wi-Fi Antennas
158
Replacing the Keyboard or Mouse
160
Completing the Parts Replacement
161
Obtaining Device Drivers
163
Chapter 10. Getting Information, Help, and Service
165
Information Resources
165
Lenovo Thinkvantage Tools
165
Windows Help System
165
Safety and Warranty
165
Lenovo Web Site
165
Lenovo Support Web Site
166
Help and Service
166
Using the Documentation and Diagnostic Program
166
Calling for Service
166
Using Other Services
167
Purchasing Additional Services
167
Chapter 11. System Memory Speed
169
Appendix A. Regulatory Information
171
Export Classification Notice
171
Electronic Emissions Notices
171
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
171
Eurasian Compliance Mark
173
Brazil Audio Notice
173
Mexico Wireless-Radio Compliance Information
173
Additional Regulatory Information
173
Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Information
175
Important WEEE Information
175
Recycling Information for Japan
175
Recycling Information for Brazil
176
Battery Recycling Information for Taiwan
176
Battery Recycling Information for the European Union
176
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)
179
European Union Rohs
179
China Rohs
179
Turkish Rohs
179
Ukraine Rohs
180
India Rohs
180
Appendix D. ENERGY STAR Model Information
181
Appendix E. Notices
183
Trademarks
184
Index
185
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