A55 Desktop (ThinkCentre) - Type 8982
- 7 Chapter 1 Installing ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
- 7 Installing ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
- 7 Uninstalling ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
- 9 Chapter 2 Getting started
- 9 Fingerprint Enrollment
- 9 Accesing Main Features
- 9 The Control Center
- 10 Using Help
- 11 Chapter 3 Using ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
- 11 Fingerprint Enrollment
- 11 First Use
- 12 Fingerprint Tutorial
- 13 Advanced Security
- 13 Fingerprint Logon
- 14 Fast User Switching
- 15 Windows Password Change (Reset)
- 17 Chapter 4 Managing ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
- 17 Control Center
- 17 Fingerprints
- 19 Settings
- 26 Tutorial
- 26 Fingerprint Reader Infopanel
- 7 Chapter 1. Installing ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
- 7 Installing the software
- 7 Uninstalling the software
- 9 Chapter 2. Getting started
- 9 Logging on for the first time
- 9 Using the Control Center
- 9 Creating a new passport
- 11 Chapter 3. Using ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software
- 11 The logon screen
- 11 The Control Center
- 11 Fingerprints
- 12 Enroll or Edit Fingerprints
- 13 Delete
- 13 Import or Export User
- 14 Settings
- 14 System settings
- 16 Power-on security
- 17 Tutorial
- 17 Help
- 5 Contents
- 9 Preface
- 10 Who should read this guide
- 10 Web page references
- 10 New features in ImageUltra Builder
- 10 Features added to versions 2.0 and 2.01
- 11 Features added to version 2.2
- 12 Features added to version 3.0
- 12 Features added to version 3.1
- 13 Features of version 4.0
- 13 Back up and Restore Application
- 15 Chapter 1. ImageUltra Builder capabilities
- 15 Understanding images
- 16 Definition of a Smart Image
- 16 Staging areas
- 17 Types of images supported by a Smart Image
- 18 The use and importance of Sysprep
- 18 Which image types are best for you?
- 18 Ultra-Portable Image
- 19 Anatomy of an Ultra-Portable Image
- 20 Portability of an Ultra-Portable Image
- 21 Portable-Sysprep Image
- 21 Anatomy of a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 22 Portability of a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 22 Hardware-Specific Image
- 22 Anatomy of a Hardware-Specific Image
- 23 Portability of a Hardware-Specific Image
- 23 Summary of image types
- 25 Chapter 2. An overview of the image process
- 28 The five basic steps to develop an image
- 28 Importing pre-existing maps and modules
- 28 Importing maps and modules from a service partition or HPA
- 29 Importing maps and modules from repositories, folders, and CDs
- 29 Building a module
- 30 Building a driver module, application module, or add-on operating-system module
- 31 Creating a base operating-system module
- 31 Creating a base operating-system module from a Hardware-Specific Image
- 32 Creating a base operating-system module from a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 32 Creating an I386 base operating system module
- 33 Creating a partitioning module
- 34 Creating or modifying base maps and driver maps
- 36 Base maps
- 37 Driver maps
- 37 Defining the deployment and installation method
- 38 Defining service-partition behavior
- 39 Enabling the network-sync function
- 39 Defining users and administrators
- 40 Defining user information
- 40 Deploying Smart Images to target computers
- 43 Installing images on the target computer after deployment
- 44 Performing a direct-network installation
- 44 Advanced functions
- 45 Filters
- 45 Utilities
- 47 Chapter 3. Staging-area behavior and logic
- 47 Staging areas details
- 47 The service partition
- 49 The network-staging folder
- 49 Deployment and installation overview
- 49 Standard network-deployment process with local installation
- 50 CD, DVD, USB key, or USB hard disk drive distribution
- 51 Direct-network installation
- 52 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Hidden Protected Area (HPA)
- 52 What is a Hidden Protected Area?
- 53 Recovery impacts
- 53 Importing modules and maps from an HPA
- 53 Using drivers in an HPA
- 53 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Rescue and Recovery product
- 53 What is the Rescue and Recovery product?
- 54 Impacts
- 55 Security dependencies
- 55 Staging-area logic
- 61 Chapter 4. Installing the ImageUltra Builder program
- 61 Minimum requirements
- 61 ImageUltra Builder server computers
- 61 ImageUltra Builder console computers
- 62 ImageUltra Builder target computers
- 62 Prerequisites
- 63 Installation considerations
- 64 Limitations
- 64 Installing the ImageUltra Builder 4.0 program
- 64 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console
- 65 Installing an ImageUltra Builder server
- 66 Accessing the ImageUltra Builder server
- 66 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console and server
- 67 Changing the default administration password
- 67 Upgrading from a previous version of ImageUltra Builder
- 68 Getting help after installation
- 69 Chapter 5. Working with the ImageUltra Builder interface
- 69 Conventions used within the interface
- 74 Module repository
- 74 Working with repositories
- 75 Exporting maps and modules
- 76 The Repository window
- 78 Entries and icons
- 78 Manipulating entries
- 79 Searching for specific maps and modules
- 80 Map windows
- 80 Map Settings window
- 80 Base Map Appearance Under Windows PE
- 81 Base-map settings
- 84 Driver-map settings
- 85 Menu Item Properties window
- 87 Menu Link Properties window
- 87 Module windows
- 87 Modifying module attributes and map settings
- 88 Tools
- 88 Repository tools
- 90 Map tools
- 91 Chapter 6. Map construction overview
- 91 Creating a base-map tree structure
- 91 Inserting menu items in a base map
- 93 Inserting modules in a base map
- 96 Special considerations for I386 base operating-system modules
- 97 Special considerations for Windows Vista base operating-system modules
- 97 Primary NTFS Partition partitioning module
- 97 ImageUltra Customizations module
- 98 UNATTEND.TXT module
- 98 UNATTEND.XML module
- 98 Using a container for I386 base operating-system modules and related modules
- 99 Compatibility with imported ImageUltra-developed application modules
- 99 Using utilities in a base map
- 99 Assigning utilities to base-map menu items
- 101 Assigning utilities to base maps
- 102 Using filters in a base map
- 105 Using links in a base map
- 106 Defining user information in a base map
- 108 Controlling the network-sync function
- 108 Resolve optimal repository
- 109 Controlling the behavior of the service partition
- 110 Using a partitioning module in a base map
- 115 Simple and complex base maps
- 117 Adding a hidden system menu in a base map
- 118 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 118 Special considerations for the Rescue and Recovery product
- 119 Previewing your maps
- 119 Creating a device-driver map tree structure
- 120 Inserting menu items in a driver map
- 120 Inserting modules in a driver map
- 121 Using filters in a driver map
- 122 Using variables; an advanced base-map function
- 123 Setting a variable to contain a hard coded value
- 124 Setting conditions to determine menu items displayed during the installation process
- 125 Referencing text within menu items and sub-menu item titles
- 126 Setting a variable to prompt the user for a specific value during the installation process
- 127 Setting a variable so that a prompted value is passed as a parameter for a utility or filter
- 128 Excluding modules from a map
- 129 Chapter 7. Creating maps
- 129 Creating and modifying base maps
- 129 Creating a new base map
- 130 Creating a new base map based on an existing base map
- 130 Adding menu items to a base map
- 131 Adding operating-system modules to a base map
- 132 Adding application modules to a base map
- 132 Replacing modules in a base map
- 133 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 133 Working with base-map settings and menu-item properties
- 134 Specifying base-map settings
- 137 Adding a hidden system menu in a base map
- 137 Specifying menu-item properties in a base map
- 141 Dynamically excluding modules from a map
- 141 Creating and modifying driver maps
- 142 Creating a new driver map
- 142 Creating a new driver map based on an existing driver map
- 143 Adding menu items to a driver map
- 143 Adding device-driver modules to a driver map
- 144 Replacing modules in a driver map
- 144 Working with driver-map settings and menu-item properties
- 145 Specifying driver-map settings
- 146 Specifying menu-item properties in a driver map
- 149 Chapter 8. Preparing source files for modules
- 149 Creating source operating-system images
- 149 Ultra-Portable Image source files
- 150 Preparing source files for an I386 base operating-system module
- 150 Setting the attributes for an I386 base operating-system module
- 152 Preparing source files for the UNATTEND.TXT module
- 152 Setting the attributes for an UNATTEND.TXT module
- 154 Required third-party tools
- 154 Limitations of Symantec Norton Ghost
- 155 Limitations of PowerQuest DeployCenter
- 156 Creating a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 156 Making the ImageUltra Customization Program accessible
- 156 Creating and preparing the image files
- 158 Setting the attributes for the new base operating-system module
- 160 Setting the attributes based on an existing base operating-system module
- 160 Creating a Hardware-Specific Image
- 160 Creating and preparing the image files
- 161 Setting the attributes for the new base operating-system module
- 162 Setting the attributes based on an existing base operating-system module
- 163 Preparing source files for application modules and add-on operating-system modules
- 163 Preparing for a silent install
- 164 Adding mini-applications
- 164 Making files accessible to the ImageUltra Builder console
- 164 After the files are prepared
- 165 Setting the attributes for a new application module
- 167 Setting the attributes based on an existing application module
- 168 Setting the attributes for a new add-on operating-system module
- 170 Setting the attributes based on an existing add-on operating-system module
- 170 Preparing source files for a partitioning module
- 172 Preparing source files for a device-driver module
- 172 Adding mini-applications
- 172 Requirements for preparing device-driver files for modules
- 173 Setting the attributes for a new device-driver module
- 175 Setting the attributes based on an existing device-driver module
- 175 Preparing source files for utility modules files
- 176 Setting the attributes for a new utility module
- 177 Setting the attributes based on an existing utility module
- 177 Preparing source files for filter modules files
- 178 Setting the attributes for a new filter module
- 179 Setting the attributes based on an existing filter module
- 179 Building a new module
- 181 Chapter 9. Specifying the module-installation order
- 182 The installation-order process
- 182 Add-on operating-system modules, application modules, and device-driver modules
- 183 Partitioning modules
- 183 Modifying the install hook
- 184 Modifying the install slot
- 184 Modifying the install sequence with a base map
- 186 Installation-order tips and notes
- 187 Chapter 10. Using ImageUltra Builder and Windows Vista
- 187 Operating system differences between Windows XP and Windows Vista
- 187 Windows Vista offline servicing module
- 188 Windows Vista base operating-system module
- 188 Creating a Vista-based Ultra-Portable Image
- 189 Staging area details
- 191 Using the UNATTEND.XML Module
- 192 Considerations when using Rescue and Recovery with ImageUltra Builder
- 195 Chapter 11. Getting help and support
- 195 Using the documentation and help system
- 195 Using the Web
- 196 Contacting an ImageUltra Builder technical expert
- 197 Chapter 12. Dealing with exceptions
- 197 Application module exceptions
- 199 Device driver exceptions
- 200 Making allowances for modules that require a reboot
- 201 Editing unique scripts
- 201 Including the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery product
- 203 Controlling write-access to your repository during a direct-network install
- 205 Chapter 13. Debugging problems
- 205 The ImageUltra Builder image-installation process
- 205 Finding debug data in the target computer user partition
- 205 Finding debug data in the service partition or network-staging folder
- 206 Monitoring the installation
- 206 Splash Utility
- 210 Sending debug data to the technical support team
- 211 Drive letter limitations and the use of variables
- 212 F11 key does not work on some brands after installation
- 213 Appendix. Notices
- 214 Trademarks
- 215 Index
- 9 Preface
- 10 Who should read this guide
- 10 Web page references
- 10 New features in ImageUltra Builder
- 10 Features added to versions 2.0 and 2.01
- 11 Features added to version 2.2
- 11 Features added to version 3.0
- 12 Features added to version 3.1
- 12 Features added to version 4.0
- 13 Features added to version 5.0
- 13 Features added to version 5.01
- 13 Back up and Restore Application
- 15 Chapter 1. ImageUltra Builder capabilities
- 15 Understanding images
- 15 Definition of a Smart Image
- 16 Staging areas
- 17 Types of images supported by a Smart Image
- 17 The use and importance of Sysprep
- 17 Which image types are best for you?
- 18 Ultra-Portable Image
- 20 Portable-Sysprep Image
- 21 Hardware-Specific Image
- 21 Summary of image types
- 25 Chapter 2. An overview of the image process
- 27 The five basic steps to develop an image
- 27 Importing pre-existing maps and modules
- 28 Importing maps and modules from a service partition or HPA
- 28 Importing maps and modules from repositories, folders, and CDs
- 29 Building a module
- 29 Building a driver module, application module, or add-on operating-system module
- 30 Creating a base operating-system module
- 32 Creating a partitioning module
- 33 Creating or modifying base maps and driver maps
- 34 Base maps
- 35 Driver maps
- 35 Defining the deployment and installation method
- 36 Defining service-partition behavior
- 37 Enabling the network-sync function
- 37 Defining users and administrators
- 37 Defining user information
- 38 Deploying Smart Images to target computers
- 40 Installing images on the target computer after deployment
- 41 Performing a direct-network installation
- 41 Advanced functions
- 42 Filters
- 42 Utilities
- 43 Chapter 3. Staging-area behavior and logic
- 43 Staging areas details
- 43 The service partition
- 44 The network-staging folder
- 45 Deployment and installation overview
- 45 Standard network-deployment process with local installation
- 46 CD, DVD, USB key, or USB hard disk drive distribution
- 47 Direct-network installation
- 47 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Hidden Protected Area (HPA)
- 47 What is a Hidden Protected Area?
- 48 Recovery impacts
- 48 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Rescue and Recovery product
- 50 Security dependencies
- 50 Staging-area logic
- 55 Chapter 4. Installing the ImageUltra Builder program
- 55 Minimum requirements
- 55 ImageUltra Builder server computers
- 55 ImageUltra Builder console computers
- 56 ImageUltra Builder target computers
- 56 Prerequisites
- 56 Installation considerations
- 57 Limitations
- 57 Installing the ImageUltra Builder 5.0 program
- 58 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console
- 58 Installing an ImageUltra Builder server
- 59 Accessing the ImageUltra Builder server
- 59 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console and server
- 60 Changing the default administration password
- 60 Upgrading from a previous version of ImageUltra Builder
- 60 Scenario 1: Upgrading from ImageUltra Builder 3.1
- 61 Scenario 2: Upgrading from ImageUltra Builder 4.0 or 4.01
- 61 Getting help after installation
- 63 Chapter 5. Working with the ImageUltra Builder interface
- 63 Conventions used within the interface
- 67 Module repository
- 68 Working with repositories
- 69 Exporting maps and modules
- 70 The Repository window
- 71 Entries and icons
- 71 Manipulating entries
- 72 Searching for specific maps and modules
- 72 Map windows
- 73 Map Settings window
- 73 Base Map Appearance Under Windows PE
- 74 Base-map settings
- 77 Driver-map settings
- 77 Menu Item Properties window
- 79 Menu Link Properties window
- 79 Module windows
- 79 Modifying module attributes and map settings
- 80 Tools
- 80 Repository tools
- 81 Map tools
- 83 Chapter 6. Map construction overview
- 83 Creating a base-map tree structure
- 83 Inserting menu items in a base map
- 85 Inserting modules in a base map
- 89 Special considerations for I386 base operating-system modules
- 91 Using utilities in a base map
- 94 Using filters in a base map
- 97 Using links in a base map
- 98 Defining user information in a base map
- 99 Controlling the network-sync function
- 101 Controlling the behavior of the service partition
- 101 Using a partitioning module in a base map
- 106 Simple and complex base maps
- 109 Adding a hidden system menu in a base map
- 110 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 110 Special considerations for the Rescue and Recovery product
- 111 Previewing your maps
- 111 Creating a device-driver map tree structure
- 112 Inserting menu items in a driver map
- 112 Inserting modules in a driver map
- 113 Using filters in a driver map
- 114 Using variables (an advanced base-map function)
- 115 Setting a variable to contain a hard coded value
- 116 Setting conditions to determine menu items displayed during the installation process
- 117 Referencing text within menu items and sub-menu item titles
- 118 Setting a variable to prompt the user for a specific value during the installation process
- 119 Setting a variable so that a prompted value is passed as a parameter for a utility or filter
- 119 Excluding modules from a map
- 121 Chapter 7. Creating maps
- 121 Creating and modifying base maps
- 121 Creating a new base map
- 122 Creating a new base map based on an existing base map
- 122 Adding menu items to a base map
- 123 Adding operating-system modules to a base map
- 123 Adding application modules to a base map
- 124 Replacing modules in a base map
- 124 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 125 Working with base-map settings and menu-item properties
- 131 Creating and modifying driver maps
- 132 Creating a new driver map
- 132 Creating a new driver map based on an existing driver map
- 133 Adding menu items to a driver map
- 133 Adding device-driver modules to a driver map
- 134 Replacing modules in a driver map
- 134 Working with driver-map settings and menu-item properties
- 137 Chapter 8. Preparing source files for modules
- 137 Creating source operating-system images
- 137 Ultra-Portable Image source files
- 141 Required third-party tools
- 143 Creating a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 146 Creating a Hardware-Specific Image
- 149 Preparing source files for application modules and add-on operating-system modules
- 149 Preparing for a silent installation
- 150 Adding mini-applications
- 150 Making files accessible to the ImageUltra Builder console
- 150 After the files are prepared
- 150 Setting the attributes for a new application module
- 152 Setting the attributes based on an existing application module
- 153 Setting the attributes for a new add-on operating-system module
- 155 Setting the attributes based on an existing add-on operating-system module
- 155 Preparing source files for a partitioning module
- 156 Preparing source files for a device-driver module
- 156 Adding mini-applications
- 157 Requirements for preparing device-driver files for modules
- 157 Setting the attributes for a new device-driver module
- 159 Setting the attributes based on an existing device-driver module
- 159 Preparing source files for utility modules files
- 159 Setting the attributes for a new utility module
- 160 Setting the attributes based on an existing utility module
- 161 Preparing source files for filter modules files
- 161 Setting the attributes for a new filter module
- 162 Setting the attributes based on an existing filter module
- 162 Building a new module
- 163 Chapter 9. Specifying the module-installation order
- 164 The installation-order process
- 164 Add-on operating-system modules, application modules, and device-driver modules
- 165 Partitioning modules
- 165 Modifying the install hook
- 165 Modifying the install slot
- 166 Modifying the install sequence with a base map
- 167 Installation-order tips and notes
- 169 Chapter 10. Using ImageUltra Builder on Windows Vista and Windows 7
- 169 Operating system differences between Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
- 169 Windows Vista and Windows 7 offline servicing module
- 170 Windows Vista and Windows 7 base operating-system module
- 170 Creating a Vista-based or Windows 7-based Ultra-Portable Image
- 171 Staging area details
- 172 Boot Configuration Data support
- 172 Using the UNATTEND.XML Module
- 177 Chapter 11. Using the answer file feature
- 177 Generating the menu item unique ID
- 177 Generating an answer file template for a base map
- 178 Editing the answer file template
- 178 Creating and building a utility module to apply the base map
- 178 Adding the utility module to a base map
- 181 Chapter 12. Getting help and support
- 181 Using the documentation and help system
- 181 Using the Web
- 182 Contacting an ImageUltra Builder technical expert
- 183 Chapter 13. Dealing with exceptions
- 183 Application module exceptions
- 185 Device driver exceptions
- 186 Making allowances for modules that require a reboot
- 186 Editing unique scripts
- 187 Including the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery product
- 188 Controlling write-access to your repository during a direct-network install
- 189 Chapter 14. Debugging problems
- 189 The ImageUltra Builder image-installation process
- 189 Finding debug data in the target computer user partition
- 189 Finding debug data in the service partition or network-staging folder
- 190 Monitoring the installation
- 190 Splash Utility
- 194 Sending debug data to the technical support team
- 194 Drive letter limitations and the use of variables
- 195 F11 key does not work on some brands after installation
- 197 Appendix A. Notices
- 198 Trademarks
- 199 Index
- 5 Contents
- 7 Important safety information
- 7 Conditions that require immediate action
- 8 General safety guidelines
- 8 Service and upgrades
- 9 Static electricity prevention
- 10 Power cords and power adapters
- 10 Voltage-selection switch
- 11 Extension cords and related devices
- 11 Plugs and outlets
- 11 External devices
- 11 Batteries
- 12 Heat and product ventilation
- 13 Operating environment
- 13 Electrical current safety information
- 14 Lithium battery notice
- 14 Modem safety information
- 15 Laser compliance statement
- 15 Power supply statement
- 16 Data safety
- 16 Cleaning and maintenance
- 16 Additional safety information
- 17 Introduction
- 19 Chapter 1. Arranging your workspace
- 19 Comfort
- 19 Glare and lighting
- 20 Air circulation
- 20 Electrical outlets and cable lengths
- 21 Chapter 2. Setting up your computer
- 21 Connecting your computer
- 26 Turning on power
- 26 Finishing the software installation
- 26 Completing important tasks
- 27 Updating your operating system
- 27 Installing other operating systems
- 27 Updating your antivirus software
- 27 Shutting down the computer
- 29 Chapter 3. Installing options
- 29 Features
- 32 Available options
- 33 Specifications
- 34 Supported operating positions
- 34 Tools required
- 34 Handling static-sensitive devices
- 35 Installing external options
- 35 Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer
- 36 Locating connectors on the rear of your computer
- 37 Obtaining device drivers
- 38 Opening the cover
- 39 Locating components
- 40 Accessing system board components and drives
- 41 Identifying parts on the system board
- 42 Installing memory
- 43 Installing PCI adapters
- 44 Installing internal drives
- 45 Drive specifications
- 46 Installing a drive in bay 2
- 47 Connecting a serial ATA drive
- 48 Installing a diskette drive in bay 3
- 50 Security features
- 51 Integrated cable lock
- 51 Password protection
- 51 Changing the battery
- 52 Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS)
- 53 Closing the cover and connecting the cables
- 55 Chapter 4. Recovering software
- 55 Creating and using the Product Recovery disc
- 56 Performing backup and recovery operations
- 57 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 58 Creating and using rescue media
- 59 Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette
- 60 Recovering or installing device drivers
- 61 Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence
- 61 Solving recovery problems
- 63 Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility
- 63 Starting the Setup Utility program
- 63 Viewing and changing settings
- 63 Using passwords
- 63 Password considerations
- 64 User Password
- 64 Administrator Password
- 64 Setting, changing, and deleting a password
- 64 Using Security Profile by Device
- 65 Selecting a startup device
- 65 Selecting a temporary startup device
- 65 Changing the startup device sequence
- 66 Advanced settings
- 66 Exiting from the Setup Utility program
- 67 Chapter 6. Updating system programs
- 67 Using system programs
- 67 Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette or CD-ROM
- 68 Updating (flashing) BIOS from your operating system
- 68 Recovering from a POST/BIOS update failure
- 71 Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics
- 71 Basic troubleshooting
- 72 Diagnostic programs
- 73 PC-Doctor for Windows
- 73 PC-Doctor for DOS
- 73 Creating a diagnostic CD image
- 74 Creating diagnostic diskettes
- 74 Running diagnostics from the CD or diskettes
- 74 Running diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 75 PC-Doctor for Windows PE
- 75 Running diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 75 Cleaning the mouse
- 75 Optical mouse
- 76 Non-optical mouse
- 79 Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and service
- 79 Information resources
- 79 Online Books folder
- 79 ThinkVantage Productivity Center
- 80 Access Help
- 80 Safety and Warranty
- 80 www.lenovo.com
- 80 Help and service
- 81 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs
- 81 Calling for service
- 82 Using other services
- 82 Purchasing additional services
- 83 Appendix A. Manual modem commands
- 83 Basic AT commands
- 85 Extended AT commands
- 86 MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands
- 87 Fax Class 1 commands
- 87 Fax Class 2 commands
- 88 Voice commands
- 91 Appendix B. Notices
- 92 Television output notice
- 92 Trademarks
- 93 Index
- 5 Contents
- 7 Important safety information
- 7 Conditions that require immediate action
- 8 General safety guidelines
- 8 Service and upgrades
- 9 Static electricity prevention
- 9 Power cords and power adapters
- 10 Voltage-selection switch
- 11 Extension cords and related devices
- 11 Plugs and outlets
- 11 External devices
- 11 Batteries
- 12 Heat and product ventilation
- 13 Operating environment
- 13 Electrical current safety information
- 14 Lithium battery notice
- 14 Modem safety information
- 15 Laser compliance statement
- 15 Power supply statement
- 15 Products with television tuner options installed
- 16 Note to CATV system installer
- 16 Example of antenna grounding
- 17 Data safety
- 17 Cleaning and maintenance
- 17 Using headphones or earphones
- 18 Additional safety information
- 19 Introduction
- 21 Chapter 1. Arranging your workspace
- 21 Comfort
- 21 Glare and lighting
- 22 Air circulation
- 22 Electrical outlets and cable lengths
- 23 Chapter 2. Setting up your computer
- 23 Installing the vertical stand
- 24 Connecting your computer
- 30 Turning on power
- 30 Finishing the software installation
- 30 Completing important tasks
- 31 Updating your operating system
- 31 Installing other operating systems
- 31 Updating your antivirus software
- 31 Shutting down the computer
- 33 Chapter 3. Installing options
- 33 Features
- 36 Available options
- 37 Specifications
- 38 Supported operating positions
- 38 Tools required
- 38 Handling static-sensitive devices
- 39 Installing external options
- 39 Locating controls and connectors on the front of your computer
- 40 Locating connectors on the rear of your computer
- 41 Obtaining device drivers
- 42 Removing the cover
- 43 Locating components
- 44 Accessing system board components
- 45 Identifying parts on the system board
- 49 Installing memory
- 50 Installing PCI adapters
- 51 Installing internal drives
- 52 Drive specifications
- 53 Installing a drive in bay 1
- 53 Connecting drives
- 53 Connecting an optical drive or a parallel ATA hard disk drive
- 54 Connecting an additional serial ATA hard disk drive
- 54 Installing a diskette drive in bay 3
- 55 Installing security features
- 56 Integrated cable lock
- 57 Padlock
- 57 Password protection
- 57 Changing the battery
- 58 Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS)
- 59 Replacing the cover and connecting the cables
- 61 Chapter 4. Recovering software
- 61 Creating and using the Product Recovery disc
- 62 Performing backup and recovery operations
- 63 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 64 Creating and using rescue media
- 65 Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette
- 66 Recovering or installing device drivers
- 67 Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence
- 67 Solving recovery problems
- 69 Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility
- 69 Starting the Setup Utility program
- 69 Viewing and changing settings
- 69 Using passwords
- 69 Password considerations
- 70 User Password
- 70 Administrator Password
- 70 Setting, changing, and deleting a password
- 70 Using Security Profile by Device
- 71 Selecting a startup device
- 71 Selecting a temporary startup device
- 71 Changing the startup device sequence
- 72 Advanced settings
- 72 Exiting from the Setup Utility program
- 73 Chapter 6. Updating system programs
- 73 Using system programs
- 73 Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette
- 75 Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics
- 75 Basic troubleshooting
- 76 Diagnostic programs
- 77 PC-Doctor for Windows
- 77 PC-Doctor for DOS
- 77 Creating a diagnostic CD image
- 77 Creating diagnostic diskettes
- 78 Running diagnostics from the CD or diskettes
- 78 Running diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 79 PC-Doctor for Windows PE
- 79 Running diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 79 Cleaning the mouse
- 79 Optical mouse
- 79 Non-optical mouse
- 81 Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and service
- 81 Information resources
- 81 Online Books folder
- 81 ThinkVantage Productivity Center
- 82 Access Help
- 82 Safety and warranty
- 82 www.lenovo.com
- 82 Help and service
- 83 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs
- 83 Calling for service
- 84 Using other services
- 84 Purchasing additional services
- 85 Appendix A. Manual modem commands
- 85 Basic AT commands
- 87 Extended AT commands
- 88 MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands
- 89 Fax Class 1 commands
- 89 Fax Class 2 commands
- 90 Voice commands
- 93 Appendix B. Notices
- 94 Television output notice
- 94 Trademarks
- 95 Index
- 5 Contents
- 7 Chapter 1. English
- 7 Who should read this guide
- 7 Additional information
- 7 Client Security Solution components
- 8 Before you install the Client Security Solution
- 8 Setting up the Client Security Solution
- 8 Downloading and installing the Client Security Solution
- 9 Opening the Client Security Setup Wizard
- 9 Using the Client Security Solution
- 9 Client Security Solution features
- 9 Basic features
- 10 Advanced features
- 11 Using the Client Security Solution with Rescue and Recovery
- 16 Rescue and Recovery passwords and passphrases
- 17 Setting backup preferences using the Client Security Setup Wizard
- 17 More information about the Client Security Solution
- 19 Chapter 2. Français
- 31 Chapter 3. Deutsch
- 43 Chapter 4. Italiano
- 55 Chapter 5. EspañoI
- 67 Chapter 6. Dansk
- 79 Chapter 7. Nederlands
- 91 Chapter 8. Suomi
- 103 Chapter 9. Norsk
- 115 Chapter 10. Svenska
- 127 Chapter 11. Português do Brasil
- 139 Chapter 12. Português
- 151 Chapter 13. Japanese
- 165 Chapter 14. Korean
- 177 Chapter 15. Simplified Chinese
- 187 Chapter 16. Traditional Chinese
- 197 Appendix. Notices
- 198 Trademarks
- 5 Contents
- 9 Preface
- 10 Who should read this guide
- 10 Web page references
- 10 New features in ImageUltra Builder
- 10 Features added to versions 2.0 and 2.01
- 11 Features added to version 2.2
- 12 Features added to version 3.0
- 12 Features added to version 3.1
- 15 Chapter 1. ImageUltra Builder capabilities
- 15 Understanding images
- 16 Definition of a Smart Image
- 16 Staging areas
- 17 Types of images supported by a Smart Image
- 18 The use and importance of Sysprep
- 18 Which image types are best for you?
- 18 Ultra-Portable Image
- 19 Anatomy of an Ultra-Portable Image
- 20 Portability of an Ultra-Portable Image
- 21 Portable-Sysprep Image
- 21 Anatomy of a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 22 Portability of a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 22 Hardware-Specific Image
- 22 Anatomy of a Hardware-Specific Image
- 22 Portability of a Hardware-Specific Image
- 23 Summary of image types
- 25 Chapter 2. An overview of the image process
- 27 The five basic steps to develop an image
- 28 Importing pre-existing maps and modules
- 28 Importing maps and modules from a service partition or HPA
- 29 Importing maps and modules from repositories, folders, and CDs
- 29 Building a module
- 30 Building a driver module, application module, or add-on operating-system module
- 31 Creating a base operating-system module
- 31 Creating a base operating-system module from a Hardware-Specific Image
- 31 Creating a base operating-system module from a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 32 Creating an I386 base operating system module
- 33 Creating a partitioning module
- 34 Creating or modifying base maps and driver maps
- 36 Base maps
- 36 Driver maps
- 37 Defining the deployment and installation method
- 37 Defining service-partition behavior
- 38 Enabling the network-sync function
- 39 Defining users and administrators
- 39 Defining user information
- 40 Deploying Smart Images to target computers
- 40 Direct deployment from distribution discs
- 40 Standard network deployment - network deployment with local installation
- 42 Installing images on the target computer after deployment
- 43 Performing a direct-network installation
- 44 Advanced functions
- 44 Filters
- 45 Utilities
- 47 Chapter 3. Staging-area behavior and logic
- 47 Staging areas details
- 47 The service partition
- 48 The network-staging folder
- 50 Deployment and installation overview
- 50 Standard network-deployment process with local installation
- 51 CD or DVD distribution
- 51 Direct-network installation
- 52 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Hidden Protected Area (HPA)
- 52 What is a Hidden Protected Area?
- 53 Recovery impacts
- 53 Importing modules and maps from an HPA
- 53 Using drivers in an HPA
- 53 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Rescue and Recovery product
- 53 What is the Rescue and Recovery product?
- 54 Impacts
- 55 Security dependencies
- 55 Staging-area logic
- 61 Chapter 4. Installing the ImageUltra Builder program
- 61 Minimum requirements
- 61 ImageUltra Builder server computers
- 61 ImageUltra Builder console computers
- 62 ImageUltra Builder target computers
- 62 Prerequisites
- 63 Installation considerations
- 64 Limitations
- 64 Installing the ImageUltra Builder 3.1 program
- 64 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console
- 65 Installing an ImageUltra Builder server
- 65 Accessing the ImageUltra Builder server
- 66 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console and server on the same computer
- 66 Changing the default administration password
- 67 Upgrading from previous version of ImageUltra Builder
- 68 Upgrading base maps
- 68 Getting help after installation
- 69 Uninstalling ImageUltra Builder
- 71 Chapter 5. Creating a repository and working with the ImageUltra Builder interface
- 71 Conventions used within the interface
- 76 Module repository
- 76 Creating and working with repositories
- 78 Exporting maps and modules
- 79 The Repository window
- 80 Entries and icons
- 80 Manipulating entries
- 81 Searching for specific maps and modules
- 82 Map windows
- 82 Map Settings window
- 82 Base Map Appearance Under Windows PE
- 83 Base-map settings
- 86 Driver-map settings
- 87 Menu Item Properties window
- 89 Menu Link Properties window
- 89 Module windows
- 89 Modifying module attributes and map settings
- 90 Tools
- 90 Repository tools
- 92 Map Tools
- 93 Chapter 6. Map construction overview
- 93 Creating a base-map tree structure
- 93 Inserting menu items in a base map
- 95 Inserting modules in a base map
- 98 Special considerations for I386 base operating-system modules
- 99 Primary NTFS Partition partitioning module
- 99 ImageUltra Customizations module
- 99 UNATTEND.TXT module
- 100 Using a container for I386 base operating-system modules and related modules
- 100 Compatibility with imported ImageUltra-developed application modules
- 100 Using utilities in a base map
- 101 Assigning utilities to base-map menu items
- 102 Assigning utilities to base maps
- 103 Using filters in a base map
- 106 Using links in a base map
- 107 Defining user information in a base map
- 109 Controlling the network-sync function
- 109 Resolve optimal repository
- 110 Controlling the behavior of the service partition
- 110 Using a partitioning module in a base map
- 116 Simple and complex base maps
- 118 Adding a hidden system menu in a base map
- 119 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 119 Special considerations for the Rescue and Recovery product
- 120 Previewing your maps
- 120 Creating a device-driver map tree structure
- 121 Inserting menu items in a driver map
- 121 Inserting modules in a driver map
- 122 Using filters in a driver map
- 123 Using variables; an advanced base-map function
- 124 Setting a variable to contain a hard coded value
- 125 Setting conditions to determine menu items displayed during the installation process
- 126 Referencing text within menu items and sub-menu item titles
- 127 Setting a variable to prompt the user for a specific value during the installation process
- 128 Setting a variable so that a prompted value is passed as a parameter for a utility or filter
- 129 Excluding modules from a map
- 131 Chapter 7. Creating maps
- 131 Creating and modifying base maps
- 131 Creating a new base map
- 132 Creating a new base map based on an existing base map
- 132 Adding menu items to a base map
- 133 Adding operating-system modules to a base map
- 134 Adding application modules to a base map
- 134 Replacing modules in a base map
- 135 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 135 Working with base-map settings and menu-item properties
- 135 Specifying base-map settings
- 138 Adding a hidden system menu in a base map
- 139 Specifying menu-item properties in a base map
- 142 Dynamically excluding modules from a map
- 143 Creating and modifying driver maps
- 143 Creating a new driver map
- 144 Creating a new driver map based on an existing driver map
- 145 Adding menu items to a driver map
- 145 Adding device-driver modules to a driver map
- 146 Replacing modules in a driver map
- 146 Working with driver-map settings and menu-item properties
- 146 Specifying driver-map settings
- 147 Specifying menu-item properties in a driver map
- 149 Chapter 8. Preparing source files for modules
- 149 Creating source operating-system images
- 149 Ultra-Portable Image source files
- 150 Preparing source files for an I386 base operating-system module
- 150 Setting the attributes for an I386 base operating-system module
- 152 Preparing source files for the UNATTEND.TXT module
- 152 Setting the attributes for an UNATTEND.TXT module
- 154 Required third-party tools
- 154 Limitations of Symantec Norton Ghost
- 155 Limitations of PowerQuest DeployCenter
- 156 Creating a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 156 Making the ImageUltra Customization Program accessible
- 157 Creating and preparing the image files
- 158 Setting the attributes for the new base operating-system module
- 160 Setting the attributes based on an existing base operating-system module
- 160 Creating a Hardware-Specific Image
- 160 Creating and preparing the image files
- 161 Setting the attributes for the new base operating-system module
- 162 Setting the attributes based on an existing base operating-system module
- 163 Preparing source files for application modules and add-on operating-system modules
- 163 Preparing for a silent install
- 164 Adding mini-applications
- 164 Making files accessible to the ImageUltra Builder console
- 164 After the files are prepared
- 165 Setting the attributes for a new application module
- 167 Setting the attributes based on an existing application module
- 168 Setting the attributes for a new add-on operating-system module
- 170 Setting the attributes based on an existing add-on operating-system module
- 170 Preparing source files for a partitioning module
- 172 Preparing source files for a device-driver module
- 172 Adding mini-applications
- 172 Requirements for preparing device-driver files for modules
- 173 Setting the attributes for a new device-driver module
- 175 Setting the attributes based on an existing device-driver module
- 175 Preparing source files for utility modules
- 176 Setting the attributes for a new utility module
- 177 Setting the attributes based on an existing utility module
- 177 Preparing source files for filter modules
- 178 Setting the attributes for a new filter module
- 179 Setting the attributes based on an existing filter module
- 179 Building a new module
- 181 Chapter 9. Specifying the module-installation order
- 182 The installation-order process
- 182 Add-on operating-system modules, application modules, and device-driver modules
- 183 Partitioning modules
- 183 Modifying the install hook
- 184 Modifying the install slot
- 184 Modifying the install sequence with a base map
- 186 Installation-order tips and notes
- 187 Chapter 10. Getting help and support
- 187 Using the documentation and help system
- 187 Using the Web
- 188 Contacting an ImageUltra Builder technical expert
- 189 Chapter 11. Dealing with exceptions
- 189 Application module exceptions
- 191 Device driver exceptions
- 192 Making allowances for modules that require a reboot
- 193 Editing unique scripts
- 193 Including the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery product
- 195 Controlling write-access to repository during direct-network install
- 197 Chapter 12. Debugging problems
- 197 The ImageUltra Builder image-installation process
- 197 Finding debug data in the target computer user partition
- 197 Finding debug data in the service partition or network-staging folder
- 198 Monitoring the installation
- 198 Splash Utility
- 202 Sending debug data to the technical support team
- 203 Drive letter limitations and the use of variables
- 204 F11 key does not work on some brands after installation
- 205 Appendix. Notices
- 206 Trademarks
- 207 Index
- 5 Contents
- 7 Important safety information
- 7 Conditions that require immediate action
- 8 General safety guidelines
- 8 Service and upgrades
- 9 Static electricity prevention
- 9 Power cords and power adapters
- 10 Voltage-selection switch
- 11 Extension cords and related devices
- 11 Plugs and outlets
- 11 External devices
- 11 Batteries
- 12 Heat and product ventilation
- 13 Operating environment
- 13 Electrical current safety information
- 14 Lithium battery notice
- 14 Modem safety information
- 15 Laser compliance statement
- 15 Power supply statement
- 15 Products with television tuner options installed
- 16 Note to CATV system installer
- 16 Example of antenna grounding
- 17 Data safety
- 17 Cleaning and maintenance
- 17 Using headphones or earphones
- 18 Additional safety information
- 19 Introduction
- 21 Chapter 1. Arranging your workspace
- 21 Comfort
- 22 Glare and lighting
- 22 Air circulation
- 22 Electrical outlets and cable lengths
- 23 Chapter 2. Setting up your computer
- 23 Connecting your computer
- 28 Turning on power
- 28 Finishing the software installation
- 29 Completing important tasks
- 29 Updating your operating system
- 29 Installing other operating systems
- 29 Updating your antivirus software
- 29 Shutting down the computer
- 31 Chapter 3. Installing options
- 31 Features
- 34 Specifications
- 35 Available options
- 35 Tools required
- 36 Handling static-sensitive devices
- 36 Installing external options
- 37 Locating the connectors on the front of your computer
- 38 Locating the connectors on the rear of your computer
- 39 Obtaining device drivers
- 40 Removing the cover
- 41 Locating components
- 42 Identifying parts on the system board
- 45 Installing memory
- 46 Installing adapters
- 48 Installing internal drives
- 48 Drive specifications
- 50 Installing a drive in bay 1 or bay 2
- 52 Connecting drives
- 52 Connecting the first optical drive
- 52 Connecting an additional optical drive, or parallel ATA hard disk drive
- 53 Connecting a serial ATA hard disk drive
- 53 Installing security features
- 54 Integrated cable lock
- 55 Padlock
- 55 Password protection
- 55 Changing the battery
- 56 Erasing a lost or forgotten password (clearing CMOS)
- 57 Replacing the cover and connecting the cables
- 59 Chapter 4. Recovering software
- 59 Creating and using the Product Recovery disc
- 60 Performing backup and recovery operations
- 61 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 62 Creating and using rescue media
- 63 Creating and using a Recovery Repair diskette
- 64 Recovering or installing device drivers
- 65 Setting a rescue device in the startup sequence
- 65 Solving recovery problems
- 67 Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility
- 67 Starting the Setup Utility program
- 67 Viewing and changing settings
- 67 Using passwords
- 67 Password considerations
- 68 User Password
- 68 Administrator Password
- 68 Setting, changing, and deleting a password
- 68 Using Security Profile by Device
- 69 Selecting a startup device
- 69 Selecting a temporary startup device
- 69 Changing the startup device sequence
- 70 Advanced settings
- 70 Exiting from the Setup Utility program
- 71 Chapter 6. Updating system programs
- 71 Using system programs
- 71 Updating (flashing) BIOS from a diskette
- 73 Chapter 7. Troubleshooting and diagnostics
- 73 Basic troubleshooting
- 74 Diagnostic programs
- 75 PC-Doctor for Windows
- 75 PC-Doctor for DOS
- 75 Creating a diagnostic CD image
- 75 Creating diagnostic diskettes
- 76 Running diagnostics from the CD or diskettes
- 76 Running diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 77 PC-Doctor for Windows PE
- 77 Running diagnostics from the Rescue and Recovery workspace
- 77 Cleaning the mouse
- 77 Optical mouse
- 77 Non-optical mouse
- 79 Chapter 8. Getting information, help, and service
- 79 Information resources
- 79 Online Books folder
- 79 ThinkVantage Productivity Center
- 80 Access Help
- 80 Safety and warranty
- 80 www.lenovo.com
- 80 Help and service
- 81 Using the documentation and diagnostic programs
- 81 Calling for service
- 82 Using other services
- 82 Purchasing additional services
- 83 Appendix A. Manual modem commands
- 83 Basic AT commands
- 85 Extended AT commands
- 86 MNP/V.42/V.42bis/V.44 commands
- 87 Fax Class 1 commands
- 87 Fax Class 2 commands
- 88 Voice commands
- 91 Appendix B. Notices
- 92 Television output notice
- 92 Trademarks
- 93 Index
- 5 Contents
- 9 Preface
- 10 Who should read this guide
- 10 Web page references
- 10 New features in ImageUltra Builder
- 10 Features added to versions 2.0 and 2.01
- 11 Features added to version 2.2
- 12 Features added to version 3.0
- 12 Features added to version 3.1
- 13 Features added to version 4.0
- 13 Features added to version 5.0
- 13 Back up and Restore Application
- 15 Chapter 1. ImageUltra Builder capabilities
- 15 Understanding images
- 16 Definition of a Smart Image
- 16 Staging areas
- 17 Types of images supported by a Smart Image
- 18 The use and importance of Sysprep
- 18 Which image types are best for you?
- 18 Ultra-Portable Image
- 19 Anatomy of an Ultra-Portable Image
- 20 Portability of an Ultra-Portable Image
- 21 Portable-Sysprep Image
- 21 Anatomy of a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 22 Portability of a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 22 Hardware-Specific Image
- 22 Anatomy of a Hardware-Specific Image
- 23 Portability of a Hardware-Specific Image
- 23 Summary of image types
- 25 Chapter 2. An overview of the image process
- 28 The five basic steps to develop an image
- 28 Importing pre-existing maps and modules
- 28 Importing maps and modules from a service partition or HPA
- 29 Importing maps and modules from repositories, folders, and CDs
- 29 Building a module
- 30 Building a driver module, application module, or add-on operating-system module
- 31 Creating a base operating-system module
- 31 Creating a base operating-system module from a Hardware-Specific Image
- 32 Creating a base operating-system module from a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 32 Creating an I386 base operating system module
- 33 Creating a partitioning module
- 34 Creating or modifying base maps and driver maps
- 36 Base maps
- 37 Driver maps
- 37 Defining the deployment and installation method
- 38 Defining service-partition behavior
- 39 Enabling the network-sync function
- 39 Defining users and administrators
- 40 Defining user information
- 40 Deploying Smart Images to target computers
- 44 Installing images on the target computer after deployment
- 45 Performing a direct-network installation
- 45 Advanced functions
- 46 Filters
- 46 Utilities
- 47 Chapter 3. Staging-area behavior and logic
- 47 Staging areas details
- 47 The service partition
- 49 The network-staging folder
- 49 Deployment and installation overview
- 50 Standard network-deployment process with local installation
- 50 CD, DVD, USB key, or USB hard disk drive distribution
- 51 Direct-network installation
- 52 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Hidden Protected Area (HPA)
- 52 What is a Hidden Protected Area?
- 53 Recovery impacts
- 53 Importing modules and maps from an HPA
- 53 Using drivers in an HPA
- 53 ImageUltra Builder relationships with the Rescue and Recovery product
- 53 What is the Rescue and Recovery product?
- 54 Impacts
- 55 Security dependencies
- 56 Staging-area logic
- 61 Chapter 4. Installing the ImageUltra Builder program
- 61 Minimum requirements
- 61 ImageUltra Builder server computers
- 61 ImageUltra Builder console computers
- 62 ImageUltra Builder target computers
- 62 Prerequisites
- 63 Installation considerations
- 64 Limitations
- 64 Installing the ImageUltra Builder 5.0 program
- 64 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console
- 65 Installing an ImageUltra Builder server
- 66 Accessing the ImageUltra Builder server
- 66 Installing an ImageUltra Builder console and server
- 66 Changing the default administration password
- 67 Upgrading from a previous version of ImageUltra Builder
- 67 Scenario 1: Upgrading from ImageUltra Builder 3.1
- 68 Scenario 2: Upgrading from ImageUltra Builder 4.0 or 4.01
- 68 Getting help after installation
- 69 Chapter 5. Working with the ImageUltra Builder interface
- 69 Conventions used within the interface
- 74 Module repository
- 74 Working with repositories
- 75 Exporting maps and modules
- 76 The Repository window
- 78 Entries and icons
- 78 Manipulating entries
- 79 Searching for specific maps and modules
- 80 Map windows
- 80 Map Settings window
- 80 Base Map Appearance Under Windows PE
- 81 Base-map settings
- 85 Driver-map settings
- 85 Menu Item Properties window
- 87 Menu Link Properties window
- 87 Module windows
- 88 Modifying module attributes and map settings
- 88 Tools
- 88 Repository tools
- 90 Map tools
- 91 Chapter 6. Map construction overview
- 91 Creating a base-map tree structure
- 91 Inserting menu items in a base map
- 93 Inserting modules in a base map
- 96 Special considerations for I386 base operating-system modules
- 97 Special considerations for Windows Vista or Windows 7 base operating-system modules
- 97 Primary NTFS Partition partitioning module
- 97 ImageUltra Customizations module
- 98 UNATTEND.TXT module
- 98 UNATTEND.XML module
- 99 Using a container for I386 base operating-system modules and related modules
- 99 Compatibility with imported ImageUltra-developed application modules
- 99 Using utilities in a base map
- 99 Assigning utilities to base-map menu items
- 101 Assigning utilities to base maps
- 102 Using filters in a base map
- 105 Using links in a base map
- 106 Defining user information in a base map
- 108 Controlling the network-sync function
- 108 Resolve optimal repository
- 109 Controlling the behavior of the service partition
- 110 Using a partitioning module in a base map
- 115 Simple and complex base maps
- 118 Adding a hidden system menu in a base map
- 119 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 119 Special considerations for the Rescue and Recovery product
- 120 Previewing your maps
- 120 Creating a device-driver map tree structure
- 121 Inserting menu items in a driver map
- 121 Inserting modules in a driver map
- 122 Using filters in a driver map
- 123 Using variables (an advanced base-map function)
- 124 Setting a variable to contain a hard coded value
- 125 Setting conditions to determine menu items displayed during the installation process
- 126 Referencing text within menu items and sub-menu item titles
- 127 Setting a variable to prompt the user for a specific value during the installation process
- 128 Setting a variable so that a prompted value is passed as a parameter for a utility or filter
- 129 Excluding modules from a map
- 131 Chapter 7. Creating maps
- 131 Creating and modifying base maps
- 131 Creating a new base map
- 132 Creating a new base map based on an existing base map
- 132 Adding menu items to a base map
- 133 Adding operating-system modules to a base map
- 134 Adding application modules to a base map
- 134 Replacing modules in a base map
- 135 Customizing module behavior within a base map
- 135 Working with base-map settings and menu-item properties
- 136 Specifying base-map settings
- 139 Adding a hidden system menu in a base map
- 139 Specifying menu-item properties in a base map
- 143 Dynamically excluding modules from a map
- 143 Creating and modifying driver maps
- 144 Creating a new driver map
- 144 Creating a new driver map based on an existing driver map
- 145 Adding menu items to a driver map
- 145 Adding device-driver modules to a driver map
- 146 Replacing modules in a driver map
- 146 Working with driver-map settings and menu-item properties
- 147 Specifying driver-map settings
- 148 Specifying menu-item properties in a driver map
- 151 Chapter 8. Preparing source files for modules
- 151 Creating source operating-system images
- 151 Ultra-Portable Image source files
- 152 Preparing source files for an I386 base operating-system module
- 152 Setting the attributes for an I386 base operating-system module
- 154 Preparing source files for the UNATTEND.TXT module
- 154 Setting the attributes for an UNATTEND.TXT module
- 156 Required third-party tools
- 156 Limitations of Symantec Norton Ghost
- 157 Limitations of PowerQuest DeployCenter
- 158 Creating a Portable-Sysprep Image
- 158 Making the ImageUltra Customization Program accessible
- 158 Creating and preparing the image files
- 160 Setting the attributes for the new base operating-system module
- 162 Setting the attributes based on an existing base operating-system module
- 162 Creating a Hardware-Specific Image
- 162 Creating and preparing the image files
- 163 Setting the attributes for the new base operating-system module
- 164 Setting the attributes based on an existing base operating-system module
- 165 Preparing source files for application modules and add-on operating-system modules
- 165 Preparing for a silent install
- 166 Adding mini-applications
- 166 Making files accessible to the ImageUltra Builder console
- 166 After the files are prepared
- 167 Setting the attributes for a new application module
- 169 Setting the attributes based on an existing application module
- 170 Setting the attributes for a new add-on operating-system module
- 172 Setting the attributes based on an existing add-on operating-system module
- 172 Preparing source files for a partitioning module
- 174 Preparing source files for a device-driver module
- 174 Adding mini-applications
- 174 Requirements for preparing device-driver files for modules
- 175 Setting the attributes for a new device-driver module
- 177 Setting the attributes based on an existing device-driver module
- 177 Preparing source files for utility modules files
- 178 Setting the attributes for a new utility module
- 179 Setting the attributes based on an existing utility module
- 179 Preparing source files for filter modules files
- 180 Setting the attributes for a new filter module
- 181 Setting the attributes based on an existing filter module
- 181 Building a new module
- 183 Chapter 9. Specifying the module-installation order
- 184 The installation-order process
- 184 Add-on operating-system modules, application modules, and device-driver modules
- 185 Partitioning modules
- 185 Modifying the install hook
- 186 Modifying the install slot
- 186 Modifying the install sequence with a base map
- 188 Installation-order tips and notes
- 189 Chapter 10. Using ImageUltra Builder on Windows Vista and Windows 7
- 189 Operating system differences between Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
- 189 Windows Vista and Windows 7 offline servicing module
- 190 Windows Vista and Windows 7 base operating-system module
- 190 Creating a Vista-based or Windows 7-based Ultra-Portable Image
- 191 Staging area details
- 193 Boot Configuration Data support
- 193 Using the UNATTEND.XML Module
- 194 Considerations when using Rescue and Recovery with ImageUltra Builder
- 197 Chapter 11. Getting help and support
- 197 Using the documentation and help system
- 198 Using the Web
- 198 Contacting an ImageUltra Builder technical expert
- 199 Chapter 12. Dealing with exceptions
- 199 Application module exceptions
- 201 Device driver exceptions
- 202 Making allowances for modules that require a reboot
- 203 Editing unique scripts
- 203 Including the ThinkVantage Rescue and Recovery product
- 205 Controlling write-access to your repository during a direct-network install
- 207 Chapter 13. Debugging problems
- 207 The ImageUltra Builder image-installation process
- 207 Finding debug data in the target computer user partition
- 207 Finding debug data in the service partition or network-staging folder
- 208 Monitoring the installation
- 208 Splash Utility
- 212 Sending debug data to the technical support team
- 213 Drive letter limitations and the use of variables
- 214 F11 key does not work on some brands after installation
- 215 Appendix. Notices
- 216 Trademarks
- 217 Index
- 217 A
- 217 B
- 217 C
- 217 D
- 218 E
- 218 F
- 218 G
- 218 H
- 218 I
- 218 L
- 218 M
- 219 N
- 219 O
- 219 P
- 219 R
- 219 S
- 220 T
- 220 U
- 220 V
- 220 W