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S431 Laptop (ThinkPad) - Type 20AX
S431 Laptop (ThinkPad) - Type 20AX
(English) User Guide - ThinkPad S431
7 Read this first
8 Important safety information
9 Conditions that require immediate action
9 Safety guidelines
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
23 Status indicators
24 Locating important product information
24 Machine type and model label
24 FCC ID and IC Certification number label
25 Certificate of Authenticity label
26 Features
27 Specifications
28 Operating environment
28 Lenovo programs
28 Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system
30 Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 operating system
30 Lenovo programs overview
33 Chapter 2. Using your computer
33 Registering your computer
33 Frequently asked questions
35 Using the multi-touch screen
37 Special keys
39 Using the ThinkPad pointing device
41 Power management
41 Checking the battery status
41 Using the ac power adapter
42 Charging the battery
42 Maximizing the battery life
42 Managing the battery power
43 Power-saving modes
45 Connecting to the network
45 Ethernet connections
45 Wireless connections
48 Attaching an external monitor
49 Changing display settings
50 Using the Extend desktop function
50 Setting up a presentation
51 Using the AMD Switchable Graphics feature
51 Using audio features
52 Using the integrated camera
52 Using a media card
52 Inserting a media card
53 Removing a media card
55 Chapter 3. You and your computer
55 Accessibility and comfort
55 Ergonomic information
56 Comfort
56 Accessibility information
57 Traveling with your computer
57 Travel tips
58 Travel accessories
59 Chapter 4. Security
59 Attaching a mechanical lock
59 Using passwords
59 Passwords and sleep mode
59 Typing passwords
60 Power-on password
60 Hard disk passwords
62 Supervisor password
64 Hard disk security
65 Setting the security chip
66 Using the fingerprint reader
68 Notice on deleting data from your hard disk drive, hybrid drive, or solid-state drive
68 Using firewalls
69 Protecting data against viruses
71 Chapter 5. Recovery overview
71 Recovery overview for the Windows 7 operating system
71 Creating and using a recovery media
72 Performing backup and recovery operations
73 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace
74 Creating and using a rescue medium
75 Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers
75 Solving recovery problems
76 Recovery overview for the Windows 8 operating system
76 Refreshing your computer
76 Resetting your computer to the factory default settings
76 Advanced startup options
79 Chapter 6. Replacing devices
79 Static electricity prevention
79 Disabling the built-in battery
80 Replacing the base cover assembly
81 Replacing the hard disk drive, hybrid drive, or solid-state drive
83 Replacing a memory module
84 Replacing a Mini PCI ExpressCard for wireless LAN connection
86 Replacing the backup battery
89 Chapter 7. Advanced configuration
89 Installing a new operating system
89 Before you begin
90 Installing the Windows 7 operating system
91 Installing the Windows 8 operating system
91 Installing device drivers
91 Installing the driver for the 4-in-1 media card reader
92 Installing the driver for USB 3.0 (for Windows 7)
92 Installing the ThinkPad monitor file for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7/8 (for Windows 7)
92 Installing other drivers and software (for Windows 7)
93 ThinkPad Setup
93 Main menu
94 Config menu
98 Date/Time menu
98 Security menu
101 Startup menu
103 Restart menu
104 Updating your system UEFI BIOS
104 Using system management
104 System management
105 Setting management features
107 Chapter 8. Preventing problems
107 General tips for preventing problems
108 Making sure device drivers are current
109 Taking care of your computer
110 Cleaning the cover of your computer
113 Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problems
113 Diagnosing problems
113 Troubleshooting
113 Computer stops responding
114 Spills on the keyboard
114 Error messages
116 Errors without messages
117 Beep errors
118 Memory module problems
118 Networking problems
120 Problems with the keyboard and other pointing devices
120 Problems with the display and multimedia devices
125 Fingerprint reader problems
126 Battery and power problems
128 Problems with drives and other storage devices
129 A software problem
129 Problems with ports and connectors
131 Chapter 10. Getting support
131 Before you contact Lenovo
131 Getting help and service
132 Using diagnostic programs
132 Lenovo Support Web site
132 Calling Lenovo
133 Finding ThinkPad options
133 Purchasing additional services
135 Appendix A. Regulatory information
135 Wireless related information
136 Location of the UltraConnect wireless antennas
137 Locating wireless regulatory notices
137 Certification related information
137 Export classification notice
137 Electronic emission notices
137 Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity
138 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
138 European Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
138 German Class B compliance statement
139 Korea Class B compliance statement
139 Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement
139 Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase
139 Lenovo product service information for Taiwan
139 Eurasian compliance mark
141 Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
141 Important WEEE information
141 Japan recycling statements
142 Recycling information for Brazil
142 Battery recycling information for the European Union
143 Battery recycling information for Taiwan
143 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada
143 Recycling information for China
145 Appendix C. ENERGY STAR model information
147 Appendix D. Notices
148 Trademarks
149 Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)
149 European Union RoHS
150 China RoHS
150 Turkish RoHS
151 Ukraine RoHS
151 India RoHS