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E460 (ThinkPad) - Type 20ET
E460 (ThinkPad) - Type 20ET
(English) User Guide - ThinkPad E460, E465
7 Read this first
8 Important safety information
9 Conditions that require immediate action
9 Service and upgrades
10 Power cords and power adapters
11 Extension cords and related devices
11 Plugs and outlets
11 Power supply statement
12 External devices
12 General battery notice
12 Notice for built-in rechargeable battery
13 Notice for non-rechargeable coin-cell battery
13 Heat and product ventilation
14 Electrical current safety information
15 Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice
15 Using headphones or earphones
15 Additional safety information
17 Chapter 1. Product overview
17 Locating computer controls, connectors, and indicators
17 Front view
19 Right-side view
20 Left-side view
22 Bottom view
22 Status indicators
24 Locating important product information
24 Machine type and model information
24 FCC ID and IC Certification information
25 Labels for the Windows operating systems
25 Features
26 Specifications
27 Operating environment
27 Lenovo programs
28 Accessing Lenovo programs
28 An introduction to Lenovo programs
31 Chapter 2. Using your computer
31 Registering your computer
31 Frequently asked questions
33 Getting help about the Windows operating system
33 Special keys
33 Function keys and key combinations
34 Windows key
35 ThinkPad pointing device
37 Trackpad touch gestures
38 Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device
38 Replacing the cap of the TrackPoint pointing stick
39 Power management
39 Using the ac power
40 Checking the battery status
40 Charging the battery
40 Maximizing the battery life
41 Managing the battery power
41 Power-saving modes
42 Handling the battery
43 Connecting to the network
43 Ethernet connections
43 Wireless connections
45 Using an external display
46 Connecting an external display
46 Choosing a display mode
47 Changing display settings
47 Using audio features
47 Using the camera
48 Using a flash media card
51 Chapter 3. Enhancing your computer
51 Finding ThinkPad options
51 ThinkPad OneLink Dock
52 ThinkPad OneLink Pro Dock
55 Chapter 4. You and your computer
55 Accessibility and comfort
55 Ergonomic information
56 Comfort
56 Accessibility information
59 Traveling with your computer
59 Travel tips
59 Travel accessories
61 Chapter 5. Security
61 Attaching a mechanical lock
61 Using passwords
61 Typing passwords
62 Power-on password
62 Supervisor password
64 Hard disk passwords
66 Hard disk security
67 Setting the security chip
67 Using the fingerprint reader
69 Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive, hybrid drive, or solid-state drive
70 Using firewalls
70 Protecting data against viruses
71 Chapter 6. Advanced configuration
71 Installing a new operating system
71 Installing the Windows 7 operating system
72 Installing Windows 10 operating system
73 Installing device drivers
73 Using the ThinkPad Setup program
74 Main menu
74 Config menu
78 Date and Time menu
78 Security menu
86 Startup menu
87 Restart menu
87 Updating your system UEFI BIOS
89 Chapter 7. Preventing problems
89 General tips for preventing problems
90 Making sure device drivers are current
91 Taking care of your computer
92 Cleaning the cover of your computer
95 Chapter 8. Troubleshooting computer problems
95 Diagnosing problems
95 Troubleshooting
95 Computer stops responding
96 Spills on the keyboard
96 Error messages
98 Errors without messages
99 Beep errors
100 Memory module problems
100 Networking problems
102 Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices
103 Problems with the display and multimedia devices
109 Fingerprint reader problems
109 Battery and power problems
112 Problems with drives and other storage devices
113 A software problem
113 Problems with ports and connectors
115 Chapter 9. Recovery overview
115 Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system
115 Creating and using a recovery media
116 Performing backup and recovery operations
117 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
118 Creating and using a rescue medium
119 Reinstalling preinstalled programs and device drivers
120 Solving recovery problems
120 Recovery overview for the Windows 10 operating system
120 Resetting your computer
120 Using advanced startup options
121 Recovering your operating system if Windows 10 fails to start
121 Creating and using a recovery USB drive
123 Chapter 10. Replacing devices
123 Static electricity prevention
123 Replacing the coin-cell battery
126 Replacing the internal storage drive
130 Replacing the memory module
133 Replacing the keyboard
141 Chapter 11. Getting support
141 Before you contact Lenovo
141 Getting help and service
142 Using diagnostic programs
142 Lenovo Support Web site
142 Calling Lenovo
143 Purchasing additional services
145 Appendix A. Regulatory information
145 Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas
145 Wireless related information
147 Wireless-radio compliance information
147 Locating wireless regulatory notices
147 Certification related information
147 Export classification notice
147 Electronic emission notices
147 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
148 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
148 European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
148 German Class B compliance statement
149 Korea Class B compliance statement
149 Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement
149 Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase
149 Japan notice for ac power cord
150 Lenovo product service information for Taiwan
150 Eurasian compliance mark
150 Brazil audio notice
151 Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
151 Important WEEE information
151 Japan recycling statements
152 Recycling information for Brazil
152 Battery recycling information for the European Union
153 Battery recycling information for Taiwan
153 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada
153 Recycling information for China
155 Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)
155 European Union RoHS
155 Turkish RoHS
155 Ukraine RoHS
155 India RoHS
156 China RoHS
157 Appendix D. ENERGY STAR model information
159 Appendix E. Notices
160 Trademarks