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Lenovo ThinkPad S531 User Manual (148 pages)

notebook

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Laptop | Size: 3.23 MB

User Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Read this First

7
- Important Safety Information
  8
  - Conditions that Require Immediate Action
    9
  - Safety Guidelines
    9
    
    Service and Upgrades
    9
    
    Power Cords and Power Adapters
    10
    
    Extension Cords and Related Devices
    11
    
    Plugs and Outlets
    11
    
    Power Supply Statement
    11
    
    External Devices
    12
    
    Lithium Coin Cell Battery Notice
    12
    
    Heat and Product Ventilation
    13
    
    Electrical Current Safety Information
    14
    
    Using Headphones or Earphones
    15
    
    Additional Safety Information
    15
Chapter 1. Product Overview

17
- Locating Computer Controls, Connectors, and Indicators
  17
  - Front View
    17
  - Right-Side View
    19
  - Left-Side View
    20
  - Bottom View
    22
  - Rear View
    23
  - Status Indicators
    23
- Locating Important Product Information
  24
- Features
  26
- Specifications
  27
- Operating Environment
  28
- Lenovo Programs
  28
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

33
- Registering Your Computer
  33
- Frequently Asked Questions
  33
- Special Keys
  35
- Using the Thinkpad Pointing Device
  37
- Power Management
  38
  - Checking the Battery Status
    38
  - Using the Ac Power Adapter
    38
  - Charging the Battery
    39
  - Maximizing the Battery Life
    39
  - Managing the Battery Power
    39
  - Power-Saving Modes
    40
- Connecting to the Network
  41
  - Ethernet Connections
    41
  - Wireless Connections
    42
  - Using Bluetooth
    43
- Attaching an External Monitor
  45
  - Changing Display Settings
    46
- Using the Extend Desktop Function
  46
- Setting up a Presentation
  47
- Using the AMD Switchable Graphics Feature
  47
- Using Audio Features
  48
- Using the Integrated Camera
  48
- Using a Media Card
  49
  - Inserting a Media Card
    49
  - Removing a Media Card
    49
  - Copyright Lenovo
    51
Chapter 3. You and Your Computer

51
- Accessibility and Comfort
  51
  - Ergonomic Information
    51
  - Comfort
    52
  - Accessibility Information
    52
- Traveling with Your Computer
  53
  - Travel Tips
    53
  - Travel Accessories
    54
Chapter 4. Security

55
- Attaching a Mechanical Lock
  55
- Using Passwords
  55
  - Passwords and Sleep Mode
    55
  - Typing Passwords
    55
  - Power-On Password
    56
  - Hard Disk Passwords
    56
  - Supervisor Password
    58
- Hard Disk Security
  60
- Setting the Security Chip
  61
- Using the Fingerprint Reader
  62
- Notice on Deleting Data from Your Hard Disk Drive or Solid-State Drive
  64
- Using Firewalls
  64
- Protecting Data against Viruses
  64
Chapter 5. Recovery Overview

67
- Recovery Overview for the Windows 7 Operating System
  67
- Recovery Overview for the Windows 8 Operating System
  72
Chapter 6. Replacing Devices

75
Chapter 7. Advanced Configuration

83
Chapter 8. Preventing Problems

101
Chapter 9. Troubleshooting Computer Problems

107
- Diagnosing Problems
  107
- Troubleshooting
  107
  - Computer Stops Responding
    107
  - Spills on the Keyboard
    108
  - Error Messages
    108
  - Errors Without Messages
    110
  - Beep Errors
    111
  - Memory Module Problems
    111
  - Networking Problems
    112
    
    A Wireless Lan Problem
    113
    
    Bluetooth Problems
    113
  - Problems with the Keyboard and Other Pointing Devices
    114
  - Problems with the Display and Multimedia Devices
    114
    
    External Monitor Problems
    116
    
    Audio Problems
    118
  - Fingerprint Reader Problems
    119
  - Battery and Power Problems
    119
    
    Battery Problems
    120
    
    Power Problems
    120
    
    A Power Button Problem
    121
  - Problems with Drives and Other Storage Devices
    122
  - A Software Problem
    123
  - Problems with Ports and Connectors
    123
Chapter 10. Getting Support

125
- Before You Contact Lenovo
  125
- Getting Help and Service
  126
  - Using Diagnostic Programs
    126
  - Lenovo Support Web Site
    126
  - Calling Lenovo
    126
  - Finding Thinkpad Options
    127
- Purchasing Additional Services
  128
Appendix A. Regulatory Information

129
Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Statements

135
Appendix C. ENERGY STAR Model Information

139
Appendix D. Notices

141
- Trademarks
  142
Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)

143
- European Union Rohs
  143
- China Rohs
  143
- Turkish Rohs
  143
- Ukraine Rohs
  144
- India Rohs
  144
Appendix F. Eurasian Compliance Mark

145

Lenovo ThinkPad S531 Hardware Maintenance Manual (98 pages)

Notebook

Brand: Lenovo | Category: Laptop | Size: 26.44 MB

Table of Contents
3
About this Manual

5
Chapter 1. Safety Information

7
Chapter 2. Important Service Information

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- Strategy for Replacing Frus
  25
- Strategy for Replacing Frus for CTO, Special Bid Model, and Standard Models
  26
  - Product Definition
    26
  - FRU Identification
    27
Chapter 3. General Checkout

29
- What to Do First
  29
- Checkout Guide
  30
  - Lenovo Solution Center
    30
  - Quick Test Programs
    30
  - UEFI Diagnostic Program
    31
  - Bootable Diagnostic Programs
    31
- Power System Checkout
  32
Chapter 4. Related Service Information

35
- Restoring the Factory Contents by Using the Recovery Disc Set
  35
- Using the Windows Recovery Programs on the Windows 8 Operating System
  36
- Passwords
  37
  - Power-On Password
    37
  - Hard Disk Password
    37
  - Supervisor Password
    38
  - How to Remove the Power-On Password
    38
  - How to Remove the Hard Disk Password
    38
- Power Management
  39
  - Screen Blank Mode (for the Windows 7 Operating System Only)
    39
  - Sleep Mode
    39
    
    Hibernation Mode
    40
- Symptom-To-FRU Index
  40
  - Numeric Error Codes
    41
  - Error Messages
    42
  - Beep Symptoms
    42
  - No-Beep Symptoms
    43
  - LCD-Related Symptoms
    43
  - Intermittent Problems
    43
  - Undetermined Problems
    44
Chapter 5. Status Indicators

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Chapter 6. Function Keys

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Chapter 7. Locations

49
- Locating Computer Controls, Connectors, and Indicators
  49
- Front View
  49
  - Rear View
    50
- Bottom View
  50
- Locating Frus and Crus
  51
  - Major Frus
    52
- LCD Frus
  53
  - Miscellaneous Parts and Other Frus
    54
- Looking up FRU Information
  54
Chapter 8. FRU Replacement Notices

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- Screw Notices
  55
- Retaining Serial Numbers
  56
Chapter 9. Removing or Replacing a FRU

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- General Guidelines
  59
- Before Servicing the Computer
  60
  - Disabling the Built-In Battery
    60
- 1010 Lenovo Onelink Connector Cover
  60
- 1020 Base Cover
  60
- 1030 Hard Disk Drive or Solid-State Drive
  62
- 1040 Wireless LAN Card
  64
- 1050 M.2 Solid-State Drive
  65
- 1060 Memory Module
  67
- 1070 Battery Pack
  67
- 1080 Backup Battery
  70
- 1090 Thermal Fan Assembly
  70
- 1100 Hard Disk Drive Sub Card or Solid-State Drive Sub Card
  72
- 1110 Hall Sensor Board
  73
- 1120 Speaker Assembly
  74
- 1130 Media Card Reader Board
  75
- 1140 Fingerprint Reader Assembly
  77
- 1150 LCD Unit
  78
- 1160 DC-In Board
  80
- 1170 Power Button Board
  81
- 1180 System Board
  82
- 1190 Keyboard Bezel Assembly with Keyboard
  85
- 2010 LCD Bezel Assembly
  86
- 2020 Integrated Camera and Microphone Combo Card
  86
- 2030 LCD Hinge Cap
  87
- 2040 LCD Panel
  88
- 2050 Hinge Kit
  89
- 2060 LCD Cable Assembly
  90
- 2070 Antenna Kit and LCD Rear Cover Assembly
  91
Appendix A. Notices

93
- Electronic Emissions Notices
  94
- Trademarks
  94
Appendix B. Abbreviation Table

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Lenovo ThinkPad S531 Reference (53 pages)

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Lenovo ThinkPad S531 Safety, Warranty, And Setup Manual (2 pages)

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Lenovo ThinkPad S531 User Manual (148 pages)

Table of Contents

Read this First

Chapter 1. Product Overview

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

Chapter 3. You and Your Computer

Chapter 4. Security

Chapter 5. Recovery Overview

Chapter 6. Replacing Devices

Chapter 7. Advanced Configuration

Chapter 8. Preventing Problems

Chapter 9. Troubleshooting Computer Problems

Chapter 10. Getting Support

Appendix A. Regulatory Information

Appendix B. WEEE and Recycling Statements

Appendix C. ENERGY STAR Model Information

Appendix D. Notices

Appendix E. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (Rohs)

Appendix F. Eurasian Compliance Mark

Lenovo ThinkPad S531 Hardware Maintenance Manual (98 pages)

Table of Contents

About this Manual

Chapter 1. Safety Information

Chapter 2. Important Service Information

Chapter 3. General Checkout

Chapter 4. Related Service Information

Chapter 5. Status Indicators

Chapter 6. Function Keys

Chapter 7. Locations

Chapter 8. FRU Replacement Notices

Chapter 9. Removing or Replacing a FRU

Appendix A. Notices

Appendix B. Abbreviation Table

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