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1. Installing or replacing hardware This section provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for your computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer and maintain your computer by installing or replacing hardware Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Important safety information on page v Notes e Use only computer parts provided by Lenovo e When installing or replacing an option use the appropriate instructions in this section along with the instructions that come with the option Installing external options You can connect external options to your computer such as external speakers a printer or a scanner For some external options you must install additional software in addition to making the physical connection When installing an external option see Locating connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer on page 9 and Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 11 to identify the required connector Then use the instructions that come with the option to help you make the connection and install any software or device drivers that are required for the option Copyright Lenovo 2013 35 Replacing the USB keyboard or mouse Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Important safety information on page v This section
2. 1 N OO PS W LD On the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt Computer On the Windows 8 operating system open File Explorer and click Computer On the Windows 8 1 operating system open File Explorer Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties Click Disk Cleanup Click Clean up system files Click the More Options tab In the Programs and Features area click the Clean up button Alist of installed programs is displayed Select the program that you want to remove Click Uninstall Change or Uninstall e Clean out your Inbox Sent Items and Deleted Items folders from your e mail application The folder names and procedures vary depending on your e mail application If you need assistance see the help system for your e mail application Excessive number of fragmented files Symptom Excessive number of fragmented files Action Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter program Note Depending on the size of the hard disk drive and amount of data currently stored on the hard disk drive the disk defragmentation process might take up to several hours to complete On the Windows 7 operating system do the following 1 Click Start gt Computer oar W DY Close any programs that are currently running and close any open windows Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties Click the Tools tab Click Defragment Now then click Continue Click Defragment Now again to
3. From the Power menu select Automatic Power On and press Enter Select Wake on Lan and press Enter Select Disabled and press Enter N OO fF Gu Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit Note When ErP compliance mode is enabled you can wake up your computer by doing one of the following e Pressing the power button e Enabling the wake up on alarm feature The wake up on alarm feature enables your computer to wake up at a set time To enable the wake up on alarm feature do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Power gt Automatic Power On and press Enter 3 Select Wake Up on Alarm and press Enter Then follow the instructions on the screen 4 Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit e Enabling the after power loss feature The after power loss feature enables your computer to wake up when the power supply resumes after a sudden loss of electricity To enable the after power loss feature do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Power gt After Power Loss and press Enter 3 Select Power On and press Enter 4 Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit Smart performance choices
4. e Lenovo Cloud Storage e Lenovo Companion e Lenovo Reach e Lenovo Settings e Lenovo Solution Center e Lenovo Support e Password Manager e System Update An introduction to Lenovo programs This topic provides a brief introduction to some Lenovo programs Note Depending on your computer model some of the programs might not be available e Communications Utility The Communications Utility program provides a central location for integrated camera and microphone settings It controls advanced settings for the integrated microphone and camera to optimize Web conferencing and Voice over IP VOIP experience e Fingerprint Software 6 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide The integrated fingerprint reader provided on some keyboards enables you to enroll your fingerprint and associate it with your power on password hard disk password and Windows password As a result fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access A fingerprint reader keyboard is available with select computers or can be purchased for computers that support this option Lenovo Cloud Storage The Lenovo Cloud Storage program is a cloud storage solution that enables you to store your files such as documents and pictures on a server You can access the stored files through the Internet from different devices such as personal computers smart phones or tablets For more information about the Lenovo Cloud Storage program go to ht
5. e Verify that all option hardware and cable connections are secure e lf the option comes with its own test instructions use those instructions to test the option e If the failing option is a SCSI option verify that The cables for all external SCSI options are connected correctly The last option in each SCSI chain or the end of the SCSI cable is terminated correctly All external SCSI options are turned on External SCSI options must be turned on before the computer is turned on For more information see your SCSI documentation e Verify that the option and any required device drivers are installed correctly If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Performance and lockup problems Poor performance and lockup problems can be a result of any of the following e Insufficient free hard disk drive space on page 74 e Excessive number of fragmented files on page 75 Make a selection from the above list to find out more about the corrective actions you can take Insufficient free hard disk drive space Symptom Insufficient free hard disk drive space The Windows operating system will slow down and might produce errors if the hard disk drive gets too full To check the amount of free space on the Windows 7 operating system do the following 1 Click Start gt Compu
6. e Do not leave your computer power adapter or accessories in contact with your lap or any part of your body for an extended period when the products are functioning or when the battery is charging Your computer power adapter and many accessories produce some heat during normal operation Extended contact with the body could cause discomfort or potentially a skin burn e Do not charge the battery or operate your computer power adapter or accessories near flammable materials or in explosive environments e Ventilation slots fans and heat sinks are provided with the product for safety comfort and reliable operation These features might inadvertently become blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa carpet or other flexible surface Never block cover or disable these features Inspect your desktop computer for dust accumulation at least once every three months Before inspecting your computer turn off the power and unplug the computer s power cord from the electrical outlet then remove any dust from vents and perforations in the bezel If you notice external dust accumulation then examine and remove dust from the inside of the computer including heat sink inlet fins power supply vents and fans Always turn off and unplug the computer before opening the cover If possible avoid operating your computer within two feet of high traffic areas If you must operate your computer in or near a high traffic area inspect and if necessary
7. see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 DVD movie will not play Symptom DVD movie will not play Actions e Make sure that the disc surface is clean and not scratched e Check the disc or package for regional coding You might need to purchase a disc with coding for the region where you are using your computer If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 No audio or intermittent audio while playing DVD movie Symptom No audio or intermittent audio while playing DVD movie Actions e Check the volume control settings on your computer and on your speakers e Make sure that the disc surface is clean and not scratched e Check all cable connections to and from the speakers e Use the DVD menu for the video to select a different audio track If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Playback is very slow or choppy Symptom Playback is very slow or choppy Actions e Disable any background programs such as AntiVirus or Desktop Themes e Ensure that video resolution is set to less than 1152 x 864 If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assist
8. Close the compartment cover The keyboard is ready for use Replacing the wireless mouse To replace the wireless mouse do the following 1 Disconnect the USB dongle from your computer Then take away your failing wireless mouse 2 Remove the new wireless mouse from the package 3 Remove the USB dongle from the compartment of the new wireless mouse or from the compartment of the wireless keyboard 4 Then connect the USB dongle to an available USB connector on your computer 5 Correctly install the batteries for the mouse following the instructions in the table below 6 Switch on the power button on the bottom of the wireless mouse and then it is ready to use Chapter 5 Installing or replacing hardware 37 Press the battery compartment release button Take out the USB dongle i Figure 12 Taking out the USB dongle Figure 11 Opening the battery compartment Connect the USB dongle to an available USB connector Insert two AA batteries into the mouse compartment on the computer according to the polarity indicators WZ Figure 13 Connecting the USB dongle to an USB connector Figure 14 Installing the mouse batteries Close the battery compartment cover and slide it forward Push the power switch to the on position and the LED until it clicks into place light emitting diode is on Figure 16 Pushing the power switch on Figure 15 Closing the battery compartment cover Notes 38 T
9. In the application subfolder look for a SETUP EXE file or other appropriate EXE files for setup Double click the file and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation Reinstalling device drivers To reinstall a device driver for an option you installed refer to the documentation that comes with the option When you reinstall device drivers you are changing the current configuration of your computer Reinstall device drivers only when it is necessary to correct a problem with your computer For more information about reinstalling device drivers that came with your computer see Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers on page 45 Solving recovery problems If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment do one of the following e Use a rescue medium to start the Rescue and Recovery workspace See Creating and using a rescue medium on page 44 e Use recovery media if all other methods of recovery have failed and you need to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings See Creating and using recovery media on page 41 Note If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Windows environment from a rescue medium or recovery media you might not have the rescue device an internal hard disk drive a disc a USB hard disk drive or other external devices set as the first boot device in the startup device seq
10. Rescue and Recovery workspace on your hard disk drive Notes e The recovery operations you can perform using a rescue medium vary depending on the operating system e The rescue disc can be started in all types of optical drives Creating a rescue medium This section provides instructions on how to create a rescue medium To create a rescue medium on the Windows 7 operating system do the following 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt All Programs gt Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools gt Enhanced Backup and Restore The Rescue and Recovery program opens 2 Inthe Rescue and Recovery main window click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow 3 Click the Create Rescue Media icon The Create Rescue and Recovery Media window opens 4 Inthe Rescue Media area select the type of the rescue medium you want to create You can create a rescue medium using a disc a USB hard disk drive or a secondary internal hard disk drive 5 Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen to create a rescue medium Using a rescue medium This section provides instructions on how to use the rescue medium you have created e If you have created a rescue medium using a disc use the following instructions to use the rescue medium 1 Turn off your computer 2 Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer When the Please select boot device window opens release the F12 key 3 In the Please select boot device window
11. The monitor might be affected by interference from nearby equipment Magnetic fields around other devices such as transformers appliances fluorescent lights and other monitors might be causing the problem Move fluorescent desk lighting or any equipment that produces magnetic fields farther away from the monitor If this does not correct the problem do the following 1 Turn off the monitor Moving a color monitor while it is turned on might cause screen discoloration 2 Adjust the placement of the monitor and other devices so that they are at least 305 mm 12 inches apart 3 Turn on the monitor e You can reset the refresh rate through your operating system Control Panel On the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound gt Adjust screen resolution gt Advanced Settings Then click the Monitor tab and select a new refresh rate On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system open Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound gt Adjust screen resolution gt Advanced Settings Then click the Monitor tab and select a new refresh rate Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 e See your operating system documentation or help for further information on monitor settings If these actions do not correct the problem your monitor might need service See
12. Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system do the following 1 Open Control Panel Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 2 Click Hardware and Sound Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 71 3 Click Device Manager If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation type the password or provide confirmation 4 If an exclamation mark is displayed next to an adapter name under Network adapters you might not be using the correct driver or the driver is not enabled To update the driver right click the highlighted adapter 5 Click Update Driver Software and then follow the instructions on the screen e The switch port and the adapter have the same duplex setting If you configured the adapter for full duplex ensure that the switch port is also configured for full duplex Setting the wrong duplex mode can degrade performance cause data loss or result in lost connections e You have installed all networking software that is necessary for your network environment Check with your LAN administrator for the necessary networking software The adapter stops working for no apparent reason Symptom The adapter stops working for no apparent reason Action The network driver files may be corrupt or missing Update the driver by referring to the Solution description for the
13. accessing user manuals To access the Windows Help and Support information system do one of the following e On the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt Help and Support e On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Then click Settings gt Help Safety and Warranty The Safety Warranty and Setup Guide that is provided with your computer contains information on safety setup warranty and notices Read and understand all safety information before using this product Lenovo Web site The Lenovo Web site http Awww lenovo com provides up to date information and services to help you buy upgrade and maintain your computer You can also do the following e Shop for desktop and notebook computers monitors projectors upgrades and accessories for your computer and special offers e Purchase additional services such as support for hardware operating systems application programs network setup and configuration and custom installations e Purchase upgrades and extended hardware repair services e Download the latest device drivers and software updates for your computer model e Access the online manuals for your products e Access the Lenovo Limited Warranty Copyright Lenovo 2013 79 e Access troubleshooting and support information for your computer model and other supported products e Find the service and support
14. and support information Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program guides you to a host of information sources and provides easy access to various tools to help you work more easily and securely Lenovo Welcome The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built in features of Lenovo and guides you through a few important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer Password Manager The Password Manager program automatically captures and fills in authentication information for Windows programs and Web sites Power Manager The Power Manager program provides convenient flexible and complete power management for your computer It enables you to adjust your computer power settings to achieve the best balance between performance and power saving Recovery Media The Recovery Media program enables you to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default settings Rescue and Recovery Chapter 1 Product overview 7 The Rescue and Recovery program is a one button recovery and restore solution that includes a set of self recovery tools to help you diagnose computer problems get help and recover from system crashes even if you cannot start the Windows operating system e System Update The System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up to date by downloading and installing software update packages Lenovo programs device drivers UEFI BIOS upd
15. at least two seconds This reduces static electricity in the package and your body e When possible remove the static sensitive part from the static protective packaging and install the part without setting it down When this is not possible place the static protective packaging on a smooth level surface and place the part on it e Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer The power cords shall be safety approved For Germany it shall be HOS5VV F 3G 0 75 mm or better For other countries the suitable types shall be used accordingly Never wrap a power cord around a power adapter or other object Doing so can stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray crack or crimp This can present a safety hazard Always route power cords so that they will not be walked on tripped over or pinched by objects Protect power cord and power adapters from liquids For instance do not leave your power cord or power adapter near sinks tubs toilets or on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers Liquids can cause a short circuit particularly if the power cord or power adapter has been stressed by misuse Liquids also can cause gradual corrosion of power cord terminals and or the connector terminals on a power adapter which can eventually result in overheating Ensure that all power cord
16. e The adapter stops working for no apparent reason on page 72 e If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use a speed of 1000 Mbps the connection fails or errors occur on page 72 e If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps Instead it connects at 100 Mbps on page 72 Your computer cannot connect to the network Symptom Your computer cannot connect to the network Actions Ensure that e The cable is installed properly The network cable must be securely connected to both the Ethernet connector of your computer and the RJ45 connector of the hub The maximum allowable distance from the computer to hub is 100 meters If the cable is connected and the distance is within acceptable limits but the problem persists try a different cable e The cable is installed properly e You are using the correct device driver On the Windows 7 operating system do the following 1 Click Start gt Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Device Manager If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation type the password or provide confirmation 4 If an exclamation mark is displayed next to an adapter name under Network adapters you might not be using the correct driver or the driver is not enabled To update the driver right click the highlighted adapter 5 Click Update Driver Software and then follow the instructions on the screen On the
17. follow the instructions on the screen For technical assistance with the installation of or questions related to Service Packs for your preinstalled Microsoft Windows product refer to the Microsoft Product Support Services Web site at http support microsoft com directory or you can contact the Customer Support Center Some fees might apply Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period you can purchase additional services such as support for hardware operating systems and application programs network setup and configuration services upgraded or extended hardware repair services and custom installation services Service availability and service name might vary by country or region For more information about these services go to the Lenovo Web site at http www lenovo com Chapter 11 Getting information help and service 81 82 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Appendix A Notices Lenovo may not offer the products services or features discussed in this document in all countries Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area Any reference to a Lenovo product program or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product program or service may be used Any functionally equivalent product program or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead However it is the user
18. gas leak in the vicinity of the leak viii ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Laser compliance statement A CAUTION When laser products such as CD ROMs DVD drives fiber optic devices or transmitters are installed note the following e Do not remove the covers Removing the covers of the laser product could result in exposure to hazardous laser radiation There are no serviceable parts inside the device e Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure Mciice Some laser products contain an embedded Class 3A or Class 3B laser diode Note the following Laser radiation when open Do not stare into the beam do not view directly with optical instruments and avoid direct exposure to the beam Power supply statement Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached Hazardous voltage current and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached There are no serviceable parts inside these components If you suspect a problem with one of these parts contact a service technician Cleaning and maintenance Keep your computer and workspace clean Shut down the computer and then disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer Do not spray any liquid detergent directly on the computer or use any detergent containing flammable material to clean the comput
19. is not described here see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for additional troubleshooting resources Basic troubleshooting The following table provides information to help you troubleshoot your computer problems Note If you cannot correct the problem have the computer serviced For a list of service and support telephone numbers refer to the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide that comes with your computer or go to the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support phone See The computer does not start Verify that when you press the power b tt n e The power cord is correctly connected to the rear of the computer and to a working electrical outlet If your computer has a secondary power switch on the rear of the computer make sure that it is switched on The power indicator on the front of the computer is on The computer voltage matches the voltage available at the electrical outlet for your country or region The monitor screen is blank Verify that e The monitor signal cable is correctly connected to the monitor and to the appropriate monitor connector on the computer The monitor power cord is correctly connected to the monitor and to a working electrical outlet The monitor is turned on and the brightness and contrast controls are set correctly The computer voltage matches the voltage available at the electrical outlet for your country or region If your co
20. locks the buttons used to open the computer cover This is the same type of lock used with many notebook computers You can order such a cable lock directly from Lenovo by searching for Kensington at http www lenovo com support Figure 8 Kensington style cable lock Using passwords You can set a variety of passwords through the Microsoft Windows operating system and through the BIOS of your computer to help deter unauthorized use of your computer BIOS passwords You can use the BIOS Setup Utility program to set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to your computer and data The following types of passwords are available e Power On Password When a Power On Password is set you are prompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on The computer cannot be used until the valid password is typed in For more information see Power On Password on page 50 e Hard Disk Password Setting a Hard Disk Password prevents unauthorized access to the data on the hard disk drive When a Hard Disk Password is set you are prompted to type a valid password each time you try to access the hard disk drive For more information see Hard Disk Password on page 50 e Administrator Password Setting an Administrator Password deters unauthorized users from changing configuration settings If you are responsible for maintaining the configuration settings of several 32 ThinkCentre M73z User
21. of the company you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources Computers and monitors are categorized as industrial waste and should be properly disposed of by an industrial waste disposal contractor certified by a local government In accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources Lenovo Japan provides through its PC Collecting and Recycling Services for the collecting reuse and recycling of disused computers and monitors For details visit the Lenovo Web site at http www lenovo com recycling japan Pursuant to the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources the collecting and recycling of home used computers and monitors by the manufacturer was begun on October 1 2003 This service is provided free of charge for home used computers sold after October 1 2003 For details visit the Lenovo Web site at http www lenovo com recycling japan Disposing of Lenovo computer components Copyright Lenovo 2013 89 Some Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have components that contain heavy metals or other environmental sensitive substances To properly dispose of disused components such as a printed circuit board or drive use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers A button shaped lithium battery is installed inside your Lenovo computer
22. on Display screen Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare Remember to clean your monitor screen periodically See Cleaning a flat panel monitor surface on page 59 or Cleaning a glass screen surface on page 60 Cleaning a flat panel monitor surface If you have a flat panel computer display that has a flexible film surface do the following to clean the special surface Wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth or blow on the screen to remove grit and other loose particles Then moisten a cloth with LCD cleaner and wipe the screen surface Chapter 9 Preventing problems 59 Many computer supply stores carry the special cleaning fluids for displays Use cleaning fluids developed for LCD displays only First apply the fluid to a lint free soft cloth then clean the LCD display Some computer supply stores carry pre moistened towelettes for LCD maintenance Cleaning a glass screen surface To clean a glass screen surface wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth or blow on the screen to remove grit and other loose particles Then use a soft cloth moistened with a nonabrasive liquid glass cleaner Good maintenance practices By performing a few good maintenance practices you can maintain good computer performance protect your data and be prepared in case of a computer failure e Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis e Run the Windows Disk Defragmenter program occasionally to prevent performance problems cause
23. on page 49 4 Go to the Troubleshooting on page 62 and follow the instructions for the type of problem you are experiencing If the Troubleshooting information does not help you resolve a problem continue with the next step 5 Try using a previously captured configuration to see if a recent change to hardware or software settings has caused a problem Before restoring a previous configuration capture your current configuration in case the older configuration settings do not solve the problem or have adverse effects To restore a captured configuration do the following e For Windows 7 Click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System gt System Protection gt System Restore e For Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 Open Control Panel and then click System and Security gt System gt System Protection gt System Restore Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 If this does not correct the problem continue with the next step 6 Run the diagnostic program See Lenovo Solution Center on page 78 for more information e f the diagnostic program detects a hardware failure contact the Lenovo Customer Support Center See Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for more information e f you are unable to run the diagnostic program contact the L
24. phone numbers for your country or region e Find a Service Provider located near you Lenovo Support Web site Technical support information is available on the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support This Web site is updated with the latest support information such as the following e Drivers and software e Diagnostic solutions e Product and service warranty e Product and parts details e User guides and manuals e Knowledge base and frequently asked questions Help and service This section contains information about obtaining help and service Using the documentation and diagnostic program If you experience a problem with your computer see Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics on page 61 For information on additional resources to help you troubleshoot your computer problem see Information resources on page 79 If you suspect a software problem see the documentation that comes with the operating system or software program including readme files and online help Most computers come with a diagnostic program that help you identify hardware problems You can also get the latest technical information and download device drivers and updates from Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support Calling for service During the warranty period you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center The following services are available during the warra
25. procedure to make sure that the correct device driver is installed The Wake on LAN feature is not working Symptom The Wake on LAN WOL feature is not working Actions e Make sure that WOL is enabled in the BIOS Setup Utility program e f it is check with your LAN administrator for the necessary settings If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use a speed of 1000 Mbps the connection fails or errors occur Symptom If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model and you use a speed of 1000 Mbps the connection fails or errors occur Actions e Use Category 5 wiring and make sure that the network cable is securely connected e Connect to a 1000 BASE T hub switch not 1000 BASE X If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps Instead it connects at 100 Mbps Symptom If your computer is a Gigabit Ethernet model it cannot connect to the network at 1000 Mbps Instead it connects at 100 Mbps Actions e Try another cable e Make sure that the link partner is set to auto negotiate e Make sure that the switch is 802 3ab compliant gigabit over copper A wireless LAN problem Symptom You cannot connect using the built in wireless networking card Actions 72 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide e Make sure that your wireless LAN driver is the latest version Check the Web site and verify the driver version supported by Access Connections is the latest documented in the r
26. reader see Lenovo programs on page 4 Follow the instructions on the screen For additional information refer to the ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software help system Chapter 2 Using your computer 21 Using the wheel mouse The wheel mouse has the following controls H RH Primary mouse button Use this button to select or start a program or menu item H Wheel Use the wheel to control the scrolling action of the mouse The direction in which you rotate the wheel controls the direction of the scrolling action EJ Secondary mouse button Use this button to display a menu for the active program icon or object You can switch the function of the primary and secondary mouse buttons and change other default behavior through the mouse properties function in the Windows Control Panel Adjusting audio Sound is an important part of the computer experience Your computer has a digital audio controller built into the system board Some models also have a high performance audio adapter installed in one of the PCI card slots About your computer audio If a factory installed high performance audio adapter is installed in your computer the system board audio connectors on the rear of the computer are typically disabled use the connectors provided on the audio adapter Each audio solution provides at least three audio connectors audio line in connector audio line out connector and Microphone connector On some models a fourth conn
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28. start a disk defragmentation process Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 75 On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system do the following 1 Close any programs that are currently running and close any open windows On Windows 8 open File Explorer and click Computer On Windows 8 1 open File Explorer Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties Click the Tools tab and then click Optimize a fk Go N Click Optimize in the Optimize Drives window that is displayed to start a disk defragmentation process Printer problems Symptom The printer does not work Actions Verify that 1 The printer is turned on and is online 2 Paper is loaded correctly 3 The printer signal cable is securely connected to the correct parallel serial or USB connector on the computer Note Non IEEE approved printer signal cables might cause unpredictable problems 1 Any device drivers and other software that came with the printer are correctly installed 2 You have assigned the printer port correctly in your operating system application program or BIOS settings For more information about BIOS settings see Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program on page 49 If the problem persists run the tests described in the documentation that comes with your printer If you cannot correct the problem have the computer serviced See Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Serial port probl
29. to provide power to the computer clock while the computer is off or disconnected from the main power source If you need to replace it with a new one contact your place of purchase or contact Lenovo for service If you need to dispose of a disused lithium battery insulate it with vinyl tape contact your place of purchase or an industrial waste disposal operator and follow their instructions Disposal of a lithium battery must comply with local ordinances and regulations Recycling information for Brazil Declara es de Reciclagem no Brasil Descarte de um Produto Lenovo Fora de Uso Equipamentos el tricos e eletr nicos nao devem ser descartados em lixo comum mas enviados a pontos de coleta autorizados pelo fabricante do produto para que sejam encaminhados e processados por empresas especializadas no manuseio de res duos industriais devidamente certificadas pelos org os ambientais de acordo com a legisla o local A Lenovo possui um canal espec fico para auxili lo no descarte desses produtos Caso voc possua um produto Lenovo em situa o de descarte ligue para o nosso SAC ou encaminhe um e mail para reciclar lenovo com informando o modelo n mero de s rie e cidade a fim de enviarmos as instru es para o correto descarte do seu produto Lenovo Battery recycling information for Taiwan RS Mb ws E Battery recycling information for the European Union EU Notice This mark applies only to countries within the Euro
30. touch screen Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen Tap the Windows screen control icon H at the bottom Note The Windows screen control icon His displayed only if you have at least one active workspace in the background of the system e From the desktop or any other workspace that is opened from the Start screen do one of the following to navigate to the Start screen Using a pointing device From the desktop click the Windows screen control icon Hin the bottom left corner of the screen From any other workspace move the pointer to the extreme bottom left corner of the screen until the Windows screen control icon H is displayed then click the icon Using a touch screen Do one of the following From the desktop tap the Windows screen control icon E in the bottom left corner of the screen From any other workspace do one of the following e Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen Tap the Windows screen control icon H at the bottom e Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms then tap Start e From any workspace Start screen desktop PC settings or application opened from the Start screen use any of the following procedures to go to another workspace that you have previously ope
31. will not be displayed again Ability to enable and disable devices and USB connectors For more information see Enabling or disabling a device on page 51 Integrated fingerprint reader available on some models Depending on the models of your computer the keyboard may have an integrated fingerprint reader By enrolling your fingerprint and associating it with a Power on Password a Hard Disk Password or both passwords beforehand you can start the computer log on to the system and enter the Setup Utility program by swiping your finger over the reader without typing a password Thus fingerprint authentication can replace passwords and enable simple and secure user access Startup sequence control For more information see Selecting or changing the startup device sequence on page 51 Startup without keyboard or mouse Your computer is able to log in to the operating system without keyboard or mouse connected Trusted Platform Module TPM Trusted Platform Module is a secure cryptoprocessor that can store cryptographic keys that protect information stored in your computer Copyright Lenovo 2013 31 Attaching a Kensington style cable lock You can use a Kensington style cable lock to secure your computer to a desk table or other non permanent fixture The cable lock attaches to the security lock slot at the rear of your computer and is operated with a key or combination depending on the type selected The cable lock also
32. you do not make this change by pressing N However if you do want to change the machine type and model press Y then type in the machine type and model and press Enter 6 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update After the update is completed remove the disc from the optical drive Copyright Lenovo 2013 55 Updating flashing the BIOS from your operating system Note Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites the Web page contents are subject to change without notice including the contents referenced in the following procedure To update flash the BIOS from your operating system do the following 1 Go to http www lenovo com support Click Download Drivers amp Software Click Use Quick Path Type the 4 digit machine type for your computer in the Quick Path field and then click Find My Product Click BIOS Locate the BIOS version that you want to download Click Click for files All available files will be displayed ON DOF Go bh Click the link for the readme file that contains the instructions for updating flashing the BIOS from your operating system 9 Print these instructions This is very important because these instructions will not be displayed on the screen after the download begins 10 Follow the printed instructions to download extract and install the update 56 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 9 Preventing problems This chapter provid
33. your monitor screen Place the monitor at right angles to windows and other light sources when possible Reduce overhead lighting if necessary by turning off lights or using lower wattage bulbs If you install the monitor near a window use curtains or blinds to block the sunlight You can adjust the brightness and contrast controls on the monitor as the room lighting changes throughout the day Where it is impossible to avoid reflections or to adjust the lighting an antiglare filter placed over the screen might be helpful However these filters might affect the clarity of the image on the screen try them only after you have exhausted other methods of reducing glare Dust buildup compounds problems associated with glare Remember to clean your monitor screen periodically using a soft cloth as directed in your monitor documentation Air circulation Your computer and monitor produce heat The computer has a fan that pulls in fresh air and forces out hot air The monitor lets hot air escape through vents Blocking the air vents can cause overheating which might result in a malfunction or damage Place the computer and monitor so that nothing blocks the air vents usually 51 mm 2 inches of air space is sufficient Also make sure the vented air is not blowing on people Electrical outlets and cable lengths The location of electrical outlets the length of power cords and cables that connect to the monitor printer and other devices might de
34. A SMT PRT SRSRAHMRHR KRSM KARRERA RRF AER ERAS mo HRMAP RARE MAS mo SS keelen es Es BA E BERR iR A http www energylabel gov cn Copyright Lenovo 2013 95 96 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Appendix F ENERGY STAR model information ENERGY STAR ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U S Environmental Protection Agency and the U S Department of Energy aimed at saving money and protecting the environment through energy efficient products and practices Lenovo is proud to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR compliant designation Some models of the following machine types have been designed and tested to conform to the ENERGY STAR program requirement for computers at the time of manufacture 10BB and 10BC For more information about ENERGY STAR ratings for Lenovo computers go to http Awww lenovo com By using ENERGY STAR compliant products and taking advantage of the power management features of your computer you reduce the consumption of electricity Reduced electrical consumption contributes to potential financial savings a cleaner environment and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions For more information about ENERGY STAR go to http www energystar gov Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day to day operations To help in this endeavor set the following power management features to take effect when your computer has been inactive for a specified dura
35. AS SACe2 oH GE NAAM NBS giel 86 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement CORBY Q7ABRHRHRECT CORE RERA CEATOC CeANELTUETH CORBPIUAYPTLEVAY RBI Ce MENS BERSSIERCTCEPHVET FUR BLA BIC HED TIEL URW RUELTREW VCCI B Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase FADES 20A4 AFORAN TA SARER A SAREMA JIS C 61000 3 2 Am Lenovo product service information for Taiwan AX Lenovo ERARBABAUT fay A PS IR a BBS BALD EREESRERCKRTAB 2 RIS O800 000 702 Keyboard and mouse compliance statement for Taiwan KEE EE E Eurasian compliance mark Additional regulatory information For additional regulatory information refer to the Regulatory Notice shipped with your computer Depending on the configuration of your computer and the country or region where the computer was purchased you might have received additional printed regulatory notices All regulatory notices are available on the Lenovo Support Web site in electronic format To access electronic copies of the documentation go to http www lenovo com support and click User Guides amp Manuals Appendix B Regulatory information 87 88 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Appendix C WEEE and recycling information Lenovo encourages owners of information technology IT equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed Lenovo offers a va
36. B cable is securely connected to the USB connector and to the USB device If the USB device has its own power cord make sure it is attached to a properly grounded electrical outlet e f the USB device has its own On Off switch make sure it is in the On position e f the USB device has an Online switch make sure it is in the Online position e lf the USB device is a printer make sure paper is loaded correctly e Make sure any device drivers or other software supplied with the USB device is correctly installed Refer to the documentation for the USB device e Reset the device by detaching and reattaching the USB connector If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program to test the USB connector If the USB device came with its own diagnostics run those diagnostics against the USB device If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems It combines diagnostic tests system information collection security status and support information along with hints and tips for maximum system performance Notes e The Lenovo Solution Center program can be downloaded from http www lenovo com diags e If you are using a Windows operating system other than Windows 7 Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 go to http www lenovo com diags for the lat
37. Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for details The image is discolored Symptom The image is discolored Action The monitor might be affected by interference from nearby equipment Magnetic fields around other devices such as transformers appliances fluorescent lights and other monitors might be causing the problem Move fluorescent desk lighting or any equipment that produces magnetic fields further away from the monitor If this does not correct the problem do the following 1 Turn off the monitor Moving a color monitor while it is turned on might cause screen discoloration 2 Adjust the placement of the monitor and other devices so that they are at least 305 mm 12 inches apart 3 Turn on the monitor If these actions do not correct the problem your monitor might need service See Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for details 70 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Networking problems The following are the most common networking problems Select your networking problem from the following list e Ethernet problems on page 71 e A wireless LAN problem on page 72 e A wireless WAN problem on page 73 e Bluetooth problem on page 73 For more information see Help and Support on page 79 Ethernet problems For Ethernet problems select your symptom from the following list e Your computer cannot connect to the network on page 71
38. D is displayed then click the icon Using a touch screen Swipe in from the left edge of the screen For information about using other features of the Windows 8 1 operating system open the Help Tips application from the Start screen or Apps screen or refer to the Windows Help and Support information system For more information see Help and Support on page 79 Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system On the Windows operating system you can view and change computer settings through Control Panel To access Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system do one of the following e From the desktop 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms 2 Click Settings 3 Click Control Panel e From the Start screen For Windows 8 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms 2 Click Search 3 On the Apps screen scroll to the right side and click Control Panel in the Windows System section 20 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide For Windows 8 1 1 Click the arrow icon M in the bottom left corner of the screen to go to the Apps screen 2 Scroll to the right side and click Control Panel in the Windows System section Using the keyboard Depending on your model your computer comes with either a standard keyboard or a fingerprint reader keyboard The Microsoft Windows sh
39. Guide computers you might want to set an Administrator Password For more information see Administrator Password on page 50 You do not have to set any passwords to use your computer However using passwords improves computing security Windows passwords Depending on your version of the Windows operating system you can use passwords for a variety of features including controlling login access access to shared resources network access and individual user settings For more information see Help and Support on page 79 Configuring the fingerprint reader If your keyboard has a fingerprint reader you can configure the fingerprint reader in the Setup Utility program The Fingerprint Setup submenu under the Security menu of the Setup Utility program provides the following options e Preboot Authentication enables or disables the fingerprint authentication for accessing the BIOS e Erase Fingerprint Data clears the fingerprint data stored in a fingerprint reader To configure the fingerprint reader do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Security gt Fingerprint Setup and press Enter The Fingerprint Setup window opens 3 Select Preboot Authentication or Erase Fingerprint Data as desired and press Enter 4 Select the desired settings and press Enter 5 Press F10 to save changes and exit
40. ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 3 You and your computer This chapter provides information about accessibility comfort and relocating your computer to other countries or regions Accessibility and comfort Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort Arrange your workplace and the equipment you use to suit your individual needs and the kind of work that you perform In addition use healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort while using your computer The following topics provide information about arranging your work area setting up your computer equipment and establishing healthy work habits Lenovo is committed to providing people with disabilities greater access to information and technology As a result the following information provides ways to help users that have hearing vision and mobility limitations get the most out of their computer experience Assistive technologies enable users to access information in the most appropriate way Some of these technologies are already provided in your operating system others can be purchased through vendors or accessed through the World Wide Web http www lenovo com healthycomputing Arranging your workspace To get the most from your computer arrange both the equipment you use and your work area to suit your needs and the kind of work you do Your comfort is of foremost importance but light sou
41. To operate the computer within FCC Class B limits use a Category 5 Ethernet cable PS 2 keyboard connector Used to attach a keyboard that uses a PS 2 keyboard connector optional PS 2 mouse connector Used to attach a mouse a trackball or other pointing devices that use a PS 2 optional mouse connector Chapter 1 Product overview 11 Connector Description Serial port Used to attach an external modem a serial printer or other devices that use a 9 pin serial port USB 2 0 connector Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2 0 connector such as a USB keyboard a USB mouse a USB scanner or a USB printer If you have more than six USB devices you can purchase a USB hub which you can use to connect additional USB devices VGA out connector Used to attach a Video Graphics Array VGA monitor or other devices that use a VGA connector Adjusting the frame stand Your computer might come with a frame stand that you can use to adjust the computer to your comfortable position Pull the stand open and adjust the position of the computer at an angle of between 10 and 35 as shown in the following illustration Note The frame stand is available only in some models CAUTION Ensure that the angle is at least 10 from the vertical otherwise the computer might be unstable and fall over Figure 3 Adjusting the frame stand 12 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Adjusting the monitor stand Your computer might come wit
42. You can adjust the acoustic and thermal performance of your computer through the Smart Performance Choice menu Two choices are available e Better Acoustic Performance default choice e Better Thermal Performance 52 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide By enabling Better Acoustic Performance your computer will run with less noise at a normal thermal level By enabling Better Thermal Performance your computer will run at a better thermal level with normal acoustic performance To switch between better acoustic performance and better thermal performance do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Power Select Smart Performance Choice The Smart Performance Choice window is displayed Select Better Acoustic Performance or Better Thermal Performance as desired a A WwW N Press F10 to save your setting and exit the Setup Utility program See Exiting the Setup Utility program on page 53 Exiting the Setup Utility program After you finish viewing or changing settings press Esc to return to the Setup Utility program main menu You might have to press Esc several times Do one of the following e If you want to save the new settings press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program e f you do not want to save the settings select Exit gt Discard Changes and Exit and then press Enter When the R
43. acing hardware 39 40 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 6 Recovery information This chapter provides information about the recovery solutions provided by Lenovo e Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system on page 41 e Recovery information for the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 47 Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system This section contains the following topics e Creating and using recovery media e Performing backup and recovery operations e Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace e Creating and using a rescue medium e Installing or reinstalling device drivers e Solving recovery problems Notes 1 The recovery information in this chapter only applies to the computers that have the Rescue and Recovery program or the Product Recovery program installed If the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program is dimmed it indicates that you need to install the Rescue and Recovery program manually before enabling its features To install the Rescue and Recovery program do the following a Click Start gt All Programs gt Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools and double click Enhanced Backup and Restore b Follow the instructions on the screen c When the installation process completes the Enhanced Backup and Restore icon is activated 2 There are a variety of methods to choose from when considering how to recover in the event of a softwar
44. anager Hardware and Sound Lenovo Power Controls System and Security Recovery Media System and Security Lenovo Factory Recovery Disks Rescue and Recovery System and Security Lenovo Enhanced Backup and Restore System Update System and Security Lenovo Update and Drivers View Management Utility System and Security Lenovo View Management Utility Note Depending on your computer model some of the programs might not be available Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system If your computer is preinstalled with the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system you can access Lenovo programs by doing one of the following e On the Windows 8 operating system press the Windows key Eto go to the Start screen Click a Lenovo program to launch it If you cannot find the program you need move the pointer to the bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Then click the Search charm to search for the desired program e On the Windows 8 1 operating system press the Windows key Dir go to the Start screen Click a Lenovo program to launch it If you cannot find the program you need click the arrow icon M in the bottom left corner of the screen to go to the Apps screen Find the desired program in the apps list or search for it in the search box in the top right corner of the screen Depending on your computer model your computer supports some of the following Lenovo programs e Fingerprint Software
45. ance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Invalid disc or no disc found message Symptom Invalid disc or no disc found message Actions e Ensure that a DVD disc is in the drive with the shiny side of the disc facing down e Ensure that video resolution is set to less than 1152 x 864 66 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide e On computers that have a CD ROM or CD RW drive in addition to a DVD ROM drive make sure that the DVD disc is in the drive labeled DVD If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Intermittent problems Symptom A problem occurs only occasionally and is difficult to repeat Actions e Verify that all cables and cords are securely connected to the computer and attached devices e Verify that when the computer is on the fan grill is not blocked there is air flow around the grill and the fans are working If airflow is blocked or the fans are not working the computer might overheat e If SCSI devices are installed verify that the last external device in each SCSI chain is terminated correctly See your SCSI documentation If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Keyboard mouse
46. ance and Personalization Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 2 Do one of the following e For Windows 8 In the Taskbar section click Customize icons on the taskbar e For Windows 8 1 In the Taskbar and Navigation section click Customize icons on the taskbar 3 Click Turn system icons on or off and change the volume behavior from Off to On 4 Click OK to save the new settings Setting the volume from Control Panel You can set the computer volume from Control Panel To set the computer volume from Control Panel do the following 1 On the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt Control Panel gt Hardware and Sound On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system open Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 2 In the Sound section click Adjust system volume 3 Move the sliders up or down to raise or lower the volume of your computer Using CDs and DVDs Your computer might have a DVD ROM drive or recordable DVD drive installed DVD drives use industry standard 12 cm 4 75 inch CD media or DVD media If your computer comes with a DVD drive the drive can read DVD ROM discs DVD R discs DVD RAM di
47. ard or mouse Replacing the wireless keyboard or mouse Replacing the PS 2 keyboard or mouse Obtaining device drivers Chapter 6 Recovery information Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system aide Che eh Ai ware oe Creating and using recovery media Performing backup and recovery operations Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace Creating and using a rescue medium Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers Se tar de Ch e oe 23 23 24 24 24 27 27 27 27 28 28 28 29 29 29 30 31 31 32 32 32 33 33 33 33 35 35 35 35 36 36 39 39 41 41 41 42 43 44 45 Reinstalling software programs Reinstalling device drivers Solving recovery problems Recovery information for the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system Refreshing your computer Resetting your computer to the factory default settings i Using the advanced startup options Recovering your operating system if Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 fails to start Chapter 7 Using the Sap ZAT program Starting the Setup Utility program Viewing and changing settings Using passwords Password considerations Power On Password Administrator Password Hard Disk Password Setting changing and deleting a pasanri Enabling or disabling a device Selecting a startup device z a Selecting a temporary startup device Selecting or SE the startup device sequence EVON Enab
48. are This chapter provides instructions on how to install or replace hardware for your computer Handling static sensitive devices Do not open the static protective package containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to install the new part Static electricity although harmless to you can seriously damage computer components and parts When you handle parts and other computer components take these precautions to avoid static electricity damage e Limit your movement Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you e Always handle parts and other computer components carefully Handle PCI cards memory modules system boards and microprocessors by the edges Never touch any exposed circuitry e Prevent others from touching the parts and other computer components e Before you replace a new part touch the static protective package containing the part to a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds This reduces static electricity from the package and your body e When possible remove the new part from the static protective packaging and install it directly in the computer without setting the part down When this is not possible place the static protective package that the part came in on a smooth level surface and place the part on it e Do not place the part on the computer cover or other metal surface
49. art your computer on page 65 64 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide An audio disc or AutoPlay enabled disc does not automatically play when it is inserted into a CD drive Symptom An audio disc or AutoPlay enabled disc does not automatically play when it is inserted into a CD drive Actions e If you have multiple CD or DVD drives installed or a combination of CD and DVD drives try inserting the disc into the other drive In some cases only one of the drives is connected to the audio subsystem e If you are using the Windows 7 operating system follow the action for A CD or DVD does not work on page 65 If this does not correct the problem follow the action for A CD or DVD does not work on page 65 A CD or DVD does not work Symptom A CD or DVD does not work Actions e Verify that the disc is inserted correctly with its label up e Make sure that the disc you are using is clean To remove dust or fingerprints wipe the disc clean with a soft cloth from the center to the outside Wiping a disc in a circular motion might cause loss of data e Verify that the disc you are using is not scratched or damaged Try inserting another disc that you know is good If you cannot read from a known good disc you might have a problem with your CD or DVD drive or the cabling to your CD or DVD drive Make sure that the power cable and signal cable are securely connected to the drive Unable to use a startable bootable recovery m
50. ase the F12 key 3 Select the desired startup device and press Enter The computer will start up from the device you selected Note Selecting a startup device from the Please select boot device window does not permanently change the startup sequence Selecting or changing the startup device sequence To view or permanently change the configured startup device sequence do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Startup Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program 51 3 Select the devices for the Primary Startup Sequence the Automatic Startup Sequence and the Error Startup Sequence Read the information displayed on the right side of the screen 4 Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program See Exiting the Setup Utility program on page 53 Enabling ErP compliance mode You can enable the energy related products directive ErP compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup Utility program to reduce the consumption of electricity when your computer is in standby or off mode To enable ErP compliance mode in the Setup Utility program do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Power gt Enhanced Power Saving Mode and press Enter Select Enabled and press Enter
51. ates and other third party programs e View Management Utility The View Management Utility program enables you to easily organize your open windows It divides your screen into multiple parts and then resizes and positions open windows into different parts to make the best use of your desktop The program also is able to work across multiple monitors to improve your productivity Locations This section provides information to help you locate the connectors on the front and rear of your computer adjust the frame stand or monitor stand and access the machine type and model label Note The components in your computer might look slightly different from the illustrations 8 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Locating connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer Figure 1 Front connector control and indicator locations on page 9 shows the locations of the connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer 4 EA oH Dy e o D D D d ss Figure 1 Front connector control and indicator locations El Integrated camera indicator Internal speaker H Integrated camera block shield El Card reader EJ Integrated camera EJ USB 3 0 connector USB port 2 DH Integrated Microphone Headphone connector H Power indicator Microphone connector J Hard disk drive activity indictor USB 3 0 conne
52. ause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than specified or recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Responsible Party Lenovo United States Incorporated 1009 Think Place Building One Morrisville NC 27560 Phone Number 919 294 5900 re Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada European Union Compliance to the Electr
53. before the year 2000 used only the last two digits of a year to sort dates always assuming the first two digits were 19 Consequently these programs sort dates out of order Check with your software manufacturer to see if any updates are available Many software manufacturers make updates available from the World Wide Web Software does not work as expected Symptom Software does not work as expected Actions Most software programs have built in help systems that provide instructions for most tasks If you are having difficulty performing a specific task within a software program refer to the help system for that program Help systems are typically accessible from a menu or button in the program and frequently from the F1 key If you are having difficulty with the Windows operating system or one of its components refer to the Windows help system It is accessible from the Windows Start menu To determine if problems are caused by newly installed software verify that Your computer has the minimum memory requirements needed to use the software See the information supplied with the software to verify memory requirements If you just installed an adapter or memory you might have a memory address conflict The software is designed to operate on your computer Other software works on your computer The software you are using works correctly on another computer If you received any error messages while using the softwar
54. ch as a USB device or a disc This solution is available even if you did not back up your files or if changes were made to the files since your last backup operation You can also rescue individual files from a Rescue and Recovery backup located on your local hard disk drive a USB device or a network drive e Restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup If you have backed up your hard disk drive using the Rescue and Recovery program you can restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup even if you cannot start the Windows operating system e Restore your hard disk drive to the factory default state The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to restore the complete contents of your hard disk drive to the factory default state If you have multiple partitions on your hard disk drive you have the option to restore the C partition and leave the other partitions intact Because the Rescue and Recovery workspace operates independently from the Windows operating system you can restore the hard disk drive to the factory default state even if you cannot start the Windows operating system Attention If you restore the hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings all files on the primary hard disk drive partition usually drive C will be deleted in the recovery process If possible make copies of important files If you are unable to start the Windo
55. clean your computer more frequently Copyright Lenovo 2013 vii For your safety and to maintain optimum computer performance always follow these basic precautions with your desktop computer e Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in e Regularly inspect the outside of the computer for dust accumulation e Remove dust from vents and any perforations in the bezel More frequent cleanings might be required for computers in dusty or high traffic areas e Do not restrict or block any ventilation openings e Do not store or operate your computer inside furniture as this might increase the risk of overheating e Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35 C 95 F e Do not install air filtration devices They may interfere with proper cooling Operating environment The optimal environment in which to use your computer is 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F with humidity ranging between 35 and 80 If your computer is stored or transported in temperatures less than 10 C 50 F allow the cold computer to rise slowly to an optimal operating temperature of 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F before use This process could take two hours in extreme conditions Failure to allow your computer to rise to an optimal operating temperature before use could result in irreparable damage to your computer If possible place your computer in a well ventilated and dry area without direct exposure to sunshine Keep electrical appliance
56. connectors are securely and completely plugged into receptacles Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins or shows signs of overheating such as deformed plastic at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords surge protectors uninterruptible power supplies and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product Never overload these devices If power strips are used the load should not exceed the power strip input rating Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads power requirements and input ratings vi ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Plugs and outlets If a receptacle power outlet that you intend to use with your computer equipment appears to be damaged or corroded do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician Do not bend or modify the plug If the plug is damaged contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement Do not share an electrical outlet with other home or commercial appliances that draw large amounts of electricity otherwise unstable voltage might damage your computer data or attached devices Some products are equipped with a three pronged p
57. cratched or dirty discs can damage the drive Playing a CD or DVD If your computer comes with a DVD drive you can listen to audio CDs or watch DVD movies To play a CD or DVD do the following 1 Press the Eject Load button on the DVD drive to open the tray 2 With the tray fully extended insert the CD or DVD into the tray Some DVD drives have a snap hub in the center of the tray If your drive has a snap hub support the tray with one hand and then push on the center of the CD or DVD until it snaps into place 3 Press the Eject Load button again or gently push the tray forward to close the tray The CD or DVD player program starts automatically For additional information refer to the CD or DVD player program help system To remove a CD or DVD from the DVD drive do the following 1 With the computer on press the Eject Load button When the tray slides out automatically carefully remove the disc 2 Close the tray by pressing the Eject Load button or by gently pushing the tray forward Note If the tray does not slide out of the drive when you press the Eject Load button insert a straightened paper clip into the emergency eject hole located on the front of the DVD drive Be sure the drive is powered off when using the emergency eject Use the Eject Load button instead of the emergency eject except in an emergency Recording a CD or DVD If your computer comes with a recordable DVD drive you can use the drive to record CDs o
58. ctor USB port 1 Chapter 1 Product overview 9 Connector Headphone connector Microphone connector USB 3 0 connector 10 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Description Used to attach a headphone to your computer when you want to listen to music or other sounds without disturbing anyone Used to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech recognition software Used to attach a device that requires a USB 2 0 or 3 0 connector such as a keyboard a mouse a scanner a printer or a personal digital assistant PDA A USB 3 0 connector provides high transmission speeds to reduce the time that is required for data transmission Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Figure 2 Rear connector locations on page 11 shows the locations of the connectors on the rear of your computer Some connectors on the rear of your computer are color coded to help you determine where to connect the cables on your computer j D o Figure 2 Rear connector locations EJ Power cord connector Serial port EA PS 2 keyboard connector optional EJ Power button EJ PS 2 mouse connector optional Ei Brightness down control Brightness up control Security lock slot Ii USB 2 0 connectors USB ports 3 to 6 Optical drive Connector Description Ethernet connector Used to attach an Ethernet cable for a local area network LAN Note
59. d Table 1 Programs in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program C T Note Depending on your computer model some of the programs might not be available Accessing Lenovo programs from Control Panel To access Lenovo programs from Control Panel click Start gt Control Panel Then depending on the program you want to access click the corresponding section and then click the corresponding green text Note If you do not find the program you need in Control Panel open the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program navigation window and double click the dimmed icon to install the program you need Then follow the instructions on the screen When the installation process completes the program icon will be activated and you can find the program in Control Panel The programs and the corresponding sections and green texts in Control Panel are listed in the following table Table 2 Programs in Control Panel Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Communications Utility Hardware and Sound Lenovo Web Conferencing Fingerprint Software System and Security Lenovo Fingerprint Reader Hardware and Sound Lenovo Solution Center System and Security Lenovo System Health and Diagnostics Password Manager System and Security Lenovo Password Vault User Accounts and Family Safety Chapter 1 Product overview 5 Table 2 Programs in Control Panel continued Program Control Panel section Green text in Control Panel Power M
60. d 1 18 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide 1 Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen 2 Tap the desired workspace e Method 2 1 Swipe in from the left edge of the screen to navigate to the next available workspace 2 Repeat step 1 until you navigate to the desired workspace To navigate to the most recently accessed workspace application PC settings or desktop do one of the following Using a pointing device Move the pointer to the extreme top left corner of the screen until a small representation of the workspace is displayed then click the representation Using a touch screen Swipe in from the left edge of the screen For information about using other features of the Windows 8 operating system refer to the Windows Help and Support information system For more information see Help and Support on page 79 Navigating on Windows 8 1 To navigate among the desktop the Start screen and applications that were opened from the Start screen on the Windows 8 1 operating system do one of the following e From the Start screen do one of the following to navigate to the most recently accessed workspace application setting or desktop Using a pointing device Move the pointer to the extreme bottom left corner of the screen until the Windows screen control icon His displayed then click the icon Using a
61. d by an excessive number of fragmented files e Clean out your Inbox Sent Items and Deleted Items folders in your e mail application on a regular basis e Make backup copies of critical data on removable media memory at regular intervals and store the removable media in a safe location The frequency of making backup copies depends on how critical the data is to you or your business Lenovo makes a number of removable media storage devices available as options such as CD RW drives and recordable DVD drives e Back up your entire hard disk drive on a regular basis e Keep your computer software up to date See Keeping your computer current on page 57 for more information e Keep a log book Entries might include major software or hardware changes device driver updates intermittent problems and what you did to resolve them and any minor issues you might have experienced A log book can help you or a Lenovo technician determine if a problem is related to change in hardware change in software or some other action that might have taken place e Create Product Recovery discs See Creating and using recovery media on page 41 for more information about using Product Recovery discs to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default settings e Create rescue media See Creating and using a rescue medium on page 44 for more information about using a Rescue medium such as a CD or DVD to recover from failures that prevent you fr
62. dous Substances Directive ROHS European Union RoHS Lenovo products sold in the European Union on or after 3 January 2013 meet the requirements of Directive 2011 65 EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment RoHS recast or ROHS 2 For more information about Lenovo progress on RoHS go to http www lenovo com social_responsibility us en ROHS_Communication pdf China RoHS Zb SVR re DD Er H E SS AeA ED RTC BBP EA BK Hb RUD Cd AME ZRER LRK Cr VD PBB PBDE ESCH X Oo O Oo o Oo Get TER X O o o o O JK X O o o o O BE X O Oo Oo Oo Oo EIKI Dit X O 0 O O O ES X O O Oo Oo Oo sm X O O Oo Oo Oo Sak X O o o o Oo HLH mit X O O O O O O Ream RA EARE RE TA AA BS SIE LES J T 11363 2006 PERLE AY Be et BER WE XK RNA TEA BRB AAI EA H uer HH mehr 1363 2006 BERNE AY Be tet BEE RPA XW TAT EE PETE ER BEROHS YER Ela FBR A ZA ee CLF EW Ml PR AR REER FEA AE REA nt WRASSE ADEM AT GME s BRO CHL AE TEP AE A HA E SE AES A CT Dr A0 kr as ke em h OF ABP ARETE TE FS EIR AS FAP AA OFA CIE SO Turkish RoHS The Lenovo product meets the
63. e or hardware related problem Some methods vary depending on the type of operating system that is installed 3 The product on the recovery media may be used only for the following purposes e Restore the product preinstalled on your computer e Reinstall the product e Modify the product using the Additional Files Creating and using recovery media You can use recovery media to restore the hard disk drive to the factory default state Recovery media are useful if you transfer the computer to another area sell the computer recycle the computer or put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of recovery have failed As a precautionary measure it is important to create recovery media as early as possible Note The recovery operations you can perform using recovery media vary depending on the operating system from which the recovery media were created The recovery media might contain a boot medium and a data medium Your Microsoft Windows license permits you to create only one data medium so it is important that you store the recovery media in a safe place after you have made them Copyright Lenovo 2013 41 Creating recovery media This section provides instructions on how to create recovery media Note On the Windows 7 operating system you can create recovery media using discs or external USB storage devices To create recovery media on the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt All Programs gt Lenovo Thi
64. e of the operating system to determine what updates are available for your computer The System Update program then displays a list of update packages and categorizes each update as critical recommended and optional to help you understand the importance You have complete control of which updates to download and install After you select the update packages you want the System Update program automatically downloads and installs the updates without any further intervention from you The System Update program is preinstalled on most Lenovo computers and is ready to run The only prerequisite is an active Internet connection You can start the program manually or you can use the schedule feature to enable the program to search for updates automatically at specified intervals You also can predefine scheduled updates to search by severity critical updates critical and recommended updates or all updates so the list you choose from contains only those update types that are of interest to you To open the System Update program see Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system on page 5 or Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 6 If the System Update program is not currently installed on your computer you can download it from the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support Cleaning and maintenance With appropriate care and maintenance your computer will serve yo
65. e program see the printed documentation supplied with the software or the help system for that software for a description of the messages and solutions to the problem Check with your software manufacturer to see if any updates are available Many software manufacturers make updates available from the World Wide Web If the software program used to work correctly but does not work correctly now do the following On the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt Control Panel gt System and Security gt System System Protection gt System Restore Then follow the instructions on the screen On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system open Control Panel and click System and Security gt System gt System Protection gt System Restore Then follow the instructions on the screen Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 If you are unable to resolve the problem through other methods uninstall the software program and reinstall it If these actions do not correct the problem you might need technical assistance Contact your software manufacturer or see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for details Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 77 USB problems Symptom The USB connectors cannot be accessed Actions e Make sure the US
66. eadme file e Make sure that your computer is within range of a wireless access point e Make sure that the wireless radio is enabled by double clicking the Access Connections icon in the Windows notification area e Check Network Name SSID and your encryption information Use Access Connections to verify this case sensitive information A wireless WAN problem Message Unauthorized WAN card is plugged in Power off and remove the WAN card Action The wide area network WAN card is not supported on this computer Remove it Note A wireless WAN card is supported only on some computer models Bluetooth problem Symptom Sound does not come from the Bluetooth headset or headphone but comes from the local speaker even though the headset or headphone is connected using the Headset profile or AV profile Action Do the following 1 Exit the application that uses the sound device for example Windows Media Player 2 Open Control Panel Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 3 Click Hardware and Sound Sound 4 Select the Playback tab 5 If you are using the Headset profile select Bluetooth Hands free Audio and click the Set Default button If you are using the AV profile select Stereo Audio and click the Set Default button 6 Click OK to close the Sound window Note Bluetoot
67. ector is provided for the attachment of unpowered stereo speakers Speakers that do not require an ac power source The audio adapter provides you with the ability to record and play back sound and music as well as to enjoy sound with multimedia applications and work with speech recognition software Optionally you can connect a set of powered stereo speakers to the audio line out connector to enjoy better sound with multimedia applications Setting the volume from the desktop The desktop volume control is accessible through the volume icon in the taskbar which is located at the bottom right corner of the Windows desktop Click the volume icon and move the slider up or down to control the volume or click the Mute icon to turn the audio off If the volume icon is not in the taskbar see Adding the volume icon to the taskbar on page 22 Adding the volume icon to the taskbar To add the volume icon to the taskbar on the Windows 7 operating system do the following 22 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt Control Panel gt Appearance and Personalization 2 Inthe Taskbar and Start Menu section click Customize icons on the taskbar 3 Click Turn system icons on or off and change the volume behaviors from Off to On 4 Click OK to save the new settings To add the volume icon to the taskbar on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system do the following 1 Open Control Panel and click Appear
68. ectors controls indicators 9 G getting help 79 information 79 service 79 H headphone connector 10 help and service 80 getting 79 Help and Support 79 important safety information v information getting 79 important safety v resources 79 safety 79 warranty 79 Input Output I O features 3 internal drives 1 K Kensington style cable lock 32 keyboard connector 11 L Lenovo Solution Center 78 Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools 79 Lenovo Welcome 79 media creating and using recovery media 41 microphone connector 10 mouse connector 11 N notices 83 O operations backup and recovery 42 optical mouse 99 cleaning 59 P password Administrator 50 considerations 50 Power On Password 50 setting changing deleting 50 passwords using 49 physical specifications 4 power features 3 power on self test POST 55 Power On Password 50 programs updating system 55 PS 2 keyboard replacing 39 PS 2 mouse replacing 39 purchasing additional services 81 R rear connectors 11 recovering software 41 recovery operations backup and 42 problems solving 46 recovery media creating and using 41 replacing PS 2 keyboard 39 replacing PS 2 mouse 39 replacing USB keyboard 36 replacing USB mouse 36 replacing wireless keyboard 36 replacing wireless mouse 36 Rescue and Recovery 41 workspace Rescue and Recovery 43 Rescue and Recovery workspace 43 resources information 79 S safety v safety in
69. edium such as the Product Recovery CD to start your computer Symptom Unable to use a startable bootable recovery medium such as the Product Recovery CD to start your computer Action Make sure that the CD or DVD drive is in the startup sequence before the hard disk drive Refer to your Selecting or changing the startup device sequence on page 51 for information on viewing and changing the startup sequence Note that on some models the startup sequence is permanently set and cannot be changed If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 DVD problems Select your symptom from the following list e Black screen instead of DVD video on page 65 e DVD movie will not play on page 66 e No audio or intermittent audio while playing DVD movie on page 66 e Playback is very slow or choppy on page 66 e Invalid disc or no disc found message on page 66 Black screen instead of DVD video Symptom Black screen instead of DVD video Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 65 Actions e Restart the DVD player program e Close any open files turn off the computer and then restart the computer e Try a lower screen resolution or color depth If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance
70. een to register your computer Moving your computer to another country or region When you move your computer to another country or region you must take local electrical standards into consideration This section provides information on the following e Voltage selection switch on page 29 e Replacement power cords on page 30 Voltage selection switch Some computers are equipped with a voltage selection switch located near the power cord connection point on the computer and some computers do not have a voltage selection switch Before you install your computer or relocate your computer to another country or region you must be certain that you have matched your computer to the voltage available at your electrical outlet CAUTION You must know the voltage of the electrical connection outlet where your computer will be connected If you do not know the voltage contact your local electric company or refer to official Web sites or other literature for travelers to the country or region where you are located If your computer has a voltage selection switch you must set the switch to match the voltage available at your electrical outlet Setting the voltage selection switch incorrectly will cause the computer to malfunction and might cause permanent damage to the computer Do not connect the computer to an electrical outlet until you have verified that the voltage selection switch setting matches the voltage available at the elec
71. ems Use this information to troubleshoot the serial port and devices attached to the serial port Symptom Serial port cannot be accessed Actions e Make sure the serial cable is securely connected to the serial port on the computer and to the serial device If the serial device has its own power cord make sure it is attached to a properly grounded electrical outlet e lf the serial device has its own On Off switch make sure it is in the On position e lf the serial device has an Online switch make sure it is in the Online position e lf the serial device is a printer make sure paper is loaded correctly e Verify that any software supplied with the serial device is correctly installed Refer to the documentation for the serial device option e Make sure that the serial port adapter if you added one is properly installed and firmly seated If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Software problems Select your symptom from the following list 76 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide When using a sort feature dates do not sort in the correct order on page 77 Software does not work as expected on page 77 When using a sort feature dates do not sort in the correct order Symptom When using a sort feature dates do not sort in the correct order Action Some software developed
72. en werden Lenovo bernimmt keine Verantwortung f r die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der Lenovo verandert bzw wenn Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne Empfehlung der Lenovo gesteckt eingebaut werden Deutschland Einhaltung des Gesetzes Uber die elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit von Betriebsmitteln Dieses Produkt entspricht dem Gesetz Uber die elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit von Betriebsmitteln EMVG fr her Gesetz Uber die elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit von Ger ten Dies ist die Umsetzung der EU Richtlinie 2004 1 08 EG fr her 89 336 EWG in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland Zulassungsbescheinigung laut dem Deutschen Gesetz Uber die elektromagnetische Vertraglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln EMVG vom 20 Juli 2007 fr her Gesetz ber die elektromagnetische Vertr glichkeit von Ger ten bzw der EMV EG Richtlinie 2004 108 EC fr her 89 336 EWG f r Gerate der Klasse B Dieses Ger t ist berechtigt in bereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG Konformitatszeichen CE zu f hren Verantwortlich f r die Konformitatserklarung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo Deutschland GmbH Gropiusplatz 10 D 70563 Stuttgart Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs 1 4 Das Ger t erfullt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022 Klasse B Korea Class B compliance statement B2 IDS BSAA Dle ASS BS ANTSHII2M FS HAAA ASE Ke WIR
73. enovo Customer Support Center See Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for more information e If the diagnostic program does not detect a hardware failure continue with the next step 7 Use an antivirus program to see if your computer has been infected by a virus If the program detects a virus remove the virus 8 If none of these actions solve the problem seek technical assistance See Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for more information Troubleshooting Use the troubleshooting information to find solutions to problems that have definite symptoms 62 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide If the symptom your computer is experiencing occurred immediately after you installed a new hardware option or new software do the following before referring to the troubleshooting information 1 Remove the new hardware option or software If you must remove the computer cover to remove a hardware option make sure you review and follow the electrical safety information provided with your computer For your safety do not operate the computer with the cover removed 2 Run the diagnostic program to ensure your computer is operating correctly 3 Reinstall the new hardware option or software following the manufacturer s instructions Select the problem your computer is experiencing from the following list e Audio problems on page 63 e CD problems on page 64 e DVD proble
74. er Spray the detergent on a soft cloth and then wipe the computer surfaces Tip over hazard prevention notice e Place the computer on a sturdy and low base or anchor the furniture and position the computer as far back on the furniture as possible e Keep remote controls toys and other items that might attract children off the computer e Keep the computer cables and cords out of the reach of children e Supervise children in rooms where these safety tips have not been followed Copyright Lenovo 2013 ix X ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 1 Product overview This chapter provides information about the computer features specifications software programs provided by Lenovo locations of connectors adjusting the frame stand or monitor stand and machine type and model label Features This section introduces the computer features The information covers a variety of models To view the information about your specific model do one of the following e Go into the Setup Utility program by following the instructions in Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program on page 49 Then select Main gt System Summary to view the information e On the Microsoft Windows 7 operation system click Start right click Computer and select Properties to view the information e On the Microsoft Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system go to the desktop and move your pointer to the top right or bottom right corner o
75. es information that can help you avoid common problems and keep your computer running smoothly Keeping your computer current In some situations you may find it necessary to have the most current software programs device drivers or operating system This section explains how to get the latest updates for your computer Select any of the following topics e Getting the latest device drivers for your computer on page 57 e Updating your operating system on page 57 e Using System Update on page 58 Getting the latest device drivers for your computer Note Because Lenovo makes constant improvements to its Web sites the Web page contents are subject to change without notice including the contents referenced in the following procedure You can download and install updated device drivers from the Lenovo Web site by doing the following Attention Do not download updated device drivers from the Windows Update Web site The device drivers provided on the Windows Web site have not been tested by Lenovo and using them might cause unexpected problems Obtain updated device drivers from Lenovo 1 Go to http www lenovo com support Click Download amp Drivers Select the machine type of your computer from the machine type list Click the category of device for which you need the device driver Click the appropriate device driver ook WwW PY Download and install the device driver Updating your operating
76. eset Without Saving window shows select Yes and then press Enter to exit the Setup Utility program e If you want to return to the default settings press F9 to load the default settings and then press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program 53 54 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 8 Updating system programs This chapter provides information about updating the POST and BIOS and how to recover from a POST and BIOS update failure Using system programs System programs are the basic layer of software built into your computer System programs include the POST the BIOS and the Setup Utility program The POST is a set of tests and procedures that are performed each time you turn on your computer The BIOS is a layer of software that translates instructions from other layers of software into electrical signals that the computer hardware can execute You can use the Setup Utility program to view or change the configuration settings of your computer See Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program on page 49 for detailed information Your computer system board has a module called electrically erasable programmable read only memory EEPROM also referred to as flash memory You can easily update the POST the BIOS and the Setup Utility program by starting your computer with a system program update disc or running a special update program from your operating system Lenovo migh
77. esh your PC without affecting your files section click Get started e For Windows 8 1 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Click Settings gt Change PC settings gt Update and recovery gt Recovery 2 In the Refresh your PC without affecting your files section click Get started Resetting your computer to the factory default settings You can reset your computer to the factory default settings Resetting the computer will reinstall the operating system and reinstall all the programs and settings that came with your computer Attention If you reset your computer all your personal files and settings will be deleted To avoid data loss make a backup copy of all the data that you want to keep To reset your computer do one of the following e For Windows 8 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Click Settings gt Change PC settings gt General 2 In the Remove everything and reinstall Windows section click Get started e For Windows 8 1 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Click Settings gt Change PC settings gt Update and recovery gt Recovery 2 In the Remove everything and reinstall Windows section click Get started Using the advanced startup options Advanced startup options enable you to change the startup settings of your Windows
78. ess to the following devices USB Setup Use this option to enable or disable a USB connector When a USB connector is disabled the device connected to the USB connector cannot be used SATA Controller When this feature is set to Disable all devices connected to the SATA connectors such as hard disk drives or the optical drive are disabled and cannot be accessed To enable or disable a device do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Devices 3 Depending on the device you want to enable or disable do one of the following e Select USB Setup to enable or disable a USB device e Select ATA Drive Setup to enable or disable an internal or external SATA device 4 Select the desired settings and press Enter 5 Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program See Exiting the Setup Utility program on page 53 Selecting a startup device If your computer does not start up from a device such as the disc or hard disk drive as expected do one of the following to select the startup device you want Selecting a temporary startup device Use this procedure to select a temporary startup device Note Not all discs and hard disk drives are bootable 1 Turn off your computer 2 Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer When the Please select boot device window displays rele
79. est information on diagnostics for your computer To run the Lenovo Solution Center program see Lenovo programs on page 4 For additional information refer to the Lenovo Solution Center help system Note If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running the program save and print the log files You will need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative 78 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 11 Getting information help and service This chapter contains information about help service and technical assistance for products manufactured by Lenovo Information resources You can use the information in this section to access useful resources relating to your computing needs Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools The Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program guides you to a host of information sources and provides easy access to various tools to help you work more easily and securely To access the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program click Start gt All Programs gt Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Lenovo Welcome The Lenovo Welcome program introduces you to some innovative built in features of Lenovo and guides you through a few important setup tasks to help you make the most of your computer Help and Support The Windows Help and Support information system guides you to various help and support information from Lenovo and Microsoft such as updating drivers accessing programs and
80. f the number for your country or region is not provided contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative If possible be at your computer when you call Have the following information available e Machine type and model e Serial numbers of your hardware products e Description of the problem e Exact wording of any error messages e Hardware and software configuration information Using other services If you travel with your computer or relocate it to a country where your desktop or notebook computer machine type is sold your computer might be eligible for International Warranty Service which automatically entitles you to obtain warranty service throughout the warranty period Service will be performed by service providers authorized to perform warranty service Service methods and procedures vary by country and some services might not be available in all countries International Warranty Service is delivered through the method of service such as depot carry in or on site service that is provided in the servicing country Service centers in certain countries might not be able to service all models of a particular machine type In some countries fees and restrictions might apply at the time of service To determine whether your computer is eligible for International Warranty Service and to view a list of the countries where service is available go to http www lenovo com support click Product amp Service Warranty and
81. f the screen to display the charms Then click Settings gt PC info to view the information Microprocessor Your computer comes with one of the following microprocessors internal cache size varies by model type e Intel Core i3 microprocessor e Intel Core i5 microprocessor e Intel Core i7 microprocessor Memory Your computer supports up to two double data rate 3 small outline dual inline memory modules DDR3 SODIMMs Note The maximum system memory capacity is 16 GB Internal drives e Card reader e Hybrid hard disk drive available in some models e Slim Serial Advanced Technology Attachment SATA optical drive e Solid state drive SSD available in some models e Standard SATA hard disk drive Video subsystem e One VGA out connector Audio subsystem e Integrated high definition HD audio e Microphone connector and headphone connector Copyright Lenovo 2013 1 Internal speaker installed in some models Connectivity 10 100 1000 Mbps integrated Ethernet controller System management features Ability to store power on self test POST hardware test results Desktop Management Interface DMI Desktop Management Interface provides a common path for users to access information about all aspects of a computer including processor type installation date attached printers and other peripherals power sources and maintenance history ErP compliance mode The energy related products directive ErP co
82. following e On the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt Help and Support e On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system move your pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Then click Settings gt Help Additionally the Windows 8 1 operating system provides a Help Tips application that you can open from the Start screen or Apps screen Can I change the Windows 8 1 startup behavior to open either the desktop or the Start screen On the Windows 8 1 operating system you can set the computer to open either the desktop or the Start screen by default To set the default startup screen do the following 1 On the desktop move your pointer to the taskbar at the bottom of the screen and right click on the taskbar 2 Click Properties The Taskbar and Navigation properties window is displayed 3 On the Navigation tab locate the Start screen section and then do one of the following e To set the desktop as your default startup screen select When I sign in or close all apps on a screen go to the desktop instead of Start so a check is visible e To set the Start screen as your default startup screen remove the check from the When I sign in or close all apps on the screen go to desktop instead of Start checkbox 4 Click OK to save the new setting This feature is not available on the Windows 8 operating system Copyright Lenovo 2013 17 Navigating among screens on the Window
83. formation 79 security enabling or disabling 51 features 3 selecting startup device 51 temporary startup device 51 serial port 12 service and help 80 customer support center 80 getting 79 services other 81 purchasing additional 81 setting 100 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide password 50 settings changing 49 viewing 49 Setup Utility 49 Setup Utility program starting 49 Setup Utility exiting 53 software recovering 41 solving recovery problems 46 starting the Setup Utility program 49 startup device 51 sequence changing 51 temporary selecting 51 static sensitive devices handling 35 system management 2 programs 55 T temporary startup device 51 the BIOS updating flashing 55 56 trademarks 84 troubleshooting basic 61 troubleshooting diagnostics 61 U updating flashing the BIOS 55 system programs 55 updating flashing the BIOS 56 USB 2 0 connector 12 USB 3 0 connector 10 USB keyboard replacing 36 USB mouse replacing 36 using a rescue medium creating and 44 diagnostic program 80 documentation 80 other services 81 passwords 49 Setup Utility 49 V VGA out connector 12 video subsystem 1 viewing and changing settings 49 W warranty information 79 wireless keyboard replacing 36 wireless mouse replacing 36 workspace backup and recovery 43 lenovo
84. g security features are available on your computer Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware The Computrace Agent software is an IT asset management and computer theft recovery solution The software detects if changes have been made on the computer such as hardware software or the computer call in location Note You might have to purchase a subscription to activate the Computrace Agent software Cover presence switch also called intrusion switch The cover presence switch prevents your computer from logging in to the operating system when the computer cover is not properly installed or closed To enable the cover presence switch connector on the system board to the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 2 Set the Administrator Password See Setting changing and deleting a password on page 50 3 From the Security submenu select Chassis Intrusion Detection gt Enabled The cover presence switch connector on the system board is enabled When the cover presence switch detects that your computer cover is not properly installed or closed when you turn on the computer an error message will be displayed To bypass the error message and log in to the operating system do the following 1 Properly install or close your computer cover 2 Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program Then press F10 to save and exit the Setup Utility program The error message
85. h a monitor stand that you can use to adjust the computer to your comfortable position The following illustration shows that you can adjust the position of the computer at an angle of 5 to the front and 25 to the rear Note The monitor stand is available only in some models Figure 4 Adjusting the vertical position of the computer to the front or to the rear Chapter 1 Product overview 13 The following illustration shows that you can adjust the height of the monitor stand within a length of 110 00 mm 4 33 inches Note Computer height with the monitor stand between 283 50 mm 11 16 inches and 293 50 mm 11 56 inches 00 mm Figure 5 Adjusting the height of the monitor stand The following illustration shows that you can turn the computer at an angel of 45 to the left and 45 to the right Figure 6 Turning the computer to the left or to the right 14 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Machine type and model label The machine type and model label identifies your computer When you contact Lenovo for help the machine type and model information helps support technicians to identify your computer and provide faster service The following is a sample of the machine type and model label Machine Type XXXX Model Number XXX Figure 7 Machine type and model label Chapter 1 Product overview 15 16 ThinkCentre M73z User G
86. h is supported only on some computer models Option problems Use this information to diagnose problems with Lenovo hardware options that do not have their own troubleshooting information Select your symptom from the following list e An option that was just installed does not work on page 73 e An option that previously worked does not work now on page 74 An option that was just installed does not work Symptom An option that was just installed does not work Action Verify that e The option is designed for your computer e You followed the installation instructions supplied with the option and the installation instructions provided with your computer and all option files such as device drivers if required are installed correctly Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 73 e You have not loosened other installed options or cables e If the option is an adapter you have provided enough hardware resources for the adapter to function correctly See the documentation supplied with the adapter as well as the documentation for any other installed adapters to determine the resources required for each adapter If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 An option that previously worked does not work now Symptom An option that previously worked does not work now Actions
87. he screen to complete the backup operation Performing a recovery operation This section provides instructions on how to perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program To perform a recovery operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system do the following 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt All Programs gt Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools gt Enhanced Backup and Restore The Rescue and Recovery program opens 2 Inthe Rescue and Recovery main window click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow 3 Click the Restore your system from a backup icon 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the recovery operation For more information about performing a recovery operation from the Rescue and Recovery workspace see Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace on page 43 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace The Rescue and Recovery workspace resides in a protected hidden area of your hard disk drive that operates independently from the Windows operating system This enables you to perform recovery operations even if you cannot start the Windows operating system You can perform the following recovery operations from the Rescue and Recovery workspace e Rescue files from your hard disk drive or from a backup The Rescue and Recovery workspace enables you to locate files on your hard disk drive and transfer them to a network drive or other recordable media su
88. hinkCentre M73z User Guide e The green LED indicates that the mouse is ready for use e The flashing amber LED indicates a low battery power level e Push the power switch to the off position when you are not using the mouse This extends the battery life e Disconnect the USB dongle from your computer and store it in the wireless mouse compartment or in the wireless keyboard compartment Replacing the PS 2 keyboard or mouse Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Important safety information on page v This section provides instructions on how to replace the PS 2 keyboard or mouse To replace the PS 2 keyboard or mouse do the following 1 Remove any media from the drives Then turn off all attached devices and the computer 2 Disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets 3 Disconnect the old keyboard cable or mouse cable from the computer 4 Connect a new keyboard or mouse to one of the PS 2 connectors on the computer See Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 11 Figure 17 Connecting the PS 2 keyboard or mouse 5 Reconnect the external cables and power cords to the computer Obtaining device drivers You can obtain device drivers for operating systems that are not preinstalled at http www lenovo com support Installation instructions are provided in readme files with the device driver files Chapter 5 Installing or repl
89. il a small representation of the Start screen is displayed then click the representation Using a touch screen Do one of the following Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen Tap the representation of the Start screen at the bottom Swipe in from the right edge of the screen to display the charms then tap Start e From any workspace Start screen desktop PC settings or application opened from the Start screen use any of the following procedures to go to another workspace that you have previously opened To navigate to a previously accessed workspace application PC settings or desktop do one of the following Using a pointing device 1 Do one of the following e Move the pointer to the extreme top left corner of the screen and then move the pointer downward along the left edge of the screen e Move the pointer to the extreme bottom left corner of the screen and then move the pointer upward along the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen Note Only active workspaces that you have accessed during the current Windows session are displayed along the left edge If you close an active workspace its representation does not display along the left edge of the screen 2 Click the representation Using a touch screen e Metho
90. inf extension and you want to install the device driver using the INF file refer to your Windows Help and Support information system for detailed information about how to install the device driver Note If you need updated device drivers see Getting the latest device drivers for your computer on page 57 for more information Chapter 6 Recovery information 45 Reinstalling software programs If a software program you installed on your computer is not working correctly you might need to remove and reinstall it Reinstalling overwrites the existing programs files and usually fixes any problems that you might have had with that program To remove a program in your system see Microsoft Windows help system for detailed information To reinstall the program do one of the following Note The method of reinstalling a program varies from program to program Refer to the documentation provided with the program to see if your program has special installation instructions e To reinstall most commercially available programs in your system see Microsoft Windows help system for more information e To reinstall selected application programs that came preinstalled from Lenovo do the following 1 Turn on the computer 2 Go to the C SWTOOLS directory 3 Open the APPS folder Within the APPS folder there are several subfolders named for various applications installed in your computer 4 Open the appropriate application subfolder 5
91. io panel verify that the volume is not set too low e Verify that your external speakers and headphones if used are connected to the correct audio connector on the computer Most speaker cables are color coded to match the connector Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 63 Note When external speaker or headphone cables are attached to the audio connector the internal speaker if present is disabled In most cases if an audio adapter is installed in one of the expansion slots the audio function built into the system board is disabled use the audio jacks on the adapter e Make sure that the program you are running is designed for use in the Microsoft Windows operating system If the program is designed to run in DOS the program does not use the Windows sound feature and must be configured to use SoundBlaster Pro or SoundBlaster emulation e Verify that the audio device drivers are correctly installed See Microsoft Windows help system for more information If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 An audio disc or AutoPlay enabled disc does not automatically play when it is inserted into a drive Symptom An audio disc or AutoPlay enabled disc does not automatically play when it is inserted into a drive Action See CD problems on page 64 Sound comes from one external spea
92. ker only Symptom Sound comes from one external speaker only Actions e Ensure that the speaker cable is inserted completely into the connector on the computer e Make sure the cable that attaches the left speaker to the right speaker is securely connected e Double click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area A master volume control window opens Verify that the Balance settings are set correctly If these actions do not correct the problem you might have a failing speaker Have the speaker serviced If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 No audio in DOS applications or games Symptom No audio in DOS applications or games Actions e Make sure the DOS application or game is configured to use SoundBlaster Pro or SoundBlaster emulation Refer to the documentation that comes with the application or game for instructions on setting sound card settings e f these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 CD problems Select your symptom from the following list e An audio disc or AutoPlay enabled disc does not automatically play when it is inserted into a CD drive on page 65 e A CD or DVD does not work on page 65 e Unable to use a startable bootable recovery medium such as the Product Recovery CD to st
93. l Panel Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel onWindows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Devices and Printers 4 Double click USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard The USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard Customization program starts If these actions do not correct the problem have the computer and keyboard serviced See Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 for details The mouse or pointing device does not work Symptom The mouse or pointing device does not work Actions e Verify that the mouse or pointing device cable is securely attached to the correct connector on the computer Depending on the type of mouse you have the mouse cable will connect to either the mouse serial or USB connector Some keyboards have integrated USB connectors that can be used for a USB mouse or pointing device e Verify that the device drivers for the mouse or pointing device are installed correctly e If you are using a USB keyboard or mouse verify that the USB connectors are enabled in the BIOS settings See Enabling or disabling a device on page 51 If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 The pointer on the screen does not move
94. lenovo ThinkCentre M73z User Guide o o ThinkGentre Machine Types 10BB and 10BC Note Before using this information and the product it supports be sure to read and understand the Important safety information on page v and Appendix A Notices on page 83 Second Edition December 2013 Copyright Lenovo 2013 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No GS 35F 05925 Contents Important safety information Service and upgrades Static electricity prevention Power cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devices Plugs and outlets External devices DE Heat and product ventilation Operating environment Modem safety information Laser compliance statement Power supply statement Cleaning and maintenance Tip over hazard prevention notice Chapter 1 Product overview Features Specifications Lenovo programs Accessing Lenovo programs on ihe Windows 7 operating system Accessing Lenovo programs on ee Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system An introduction to Lenovo programs Locations Locating connectors Stole ana erer on the front of your computer Locating connectors on the rear of your computer Adjusting the frame and Adjusting the monitor stand Machine type and m
95. ling ErP comping made Smart performance choices Exiting the Setup Utility program Chapter 8 Updating Ayem programs Using system programs Updating flashing the BIOS fai a aise Updating ene the BIOS from your E system 2 Chapter 9 Preventing problems Keeping your computer current Getting the latest device drivers for your computer eed Updating your Gees system Using System Update Cleaning and maintenance Basics boas as Cleaning your computer Good maintenance practices Moving your computer Chapter 10 Leon umauciae and diagnostics ii ThinkCentre M73z User Guide 46 46 46 47 47 47 47 48 49 49 49 49 50 50 50 50 50 51 51 51 51 52 52 53 55 55 55 56 57 57 57 57 58 58 58 59 60 60 61 Basic troubleshooting Troubleshooting procedure Troubleshooting Audio problems CD problems DVD problems Intermittent problems on th es Keyboard mouse or pointing device problems e d is E a Monitor problems Networking problems Option problems Performance and lockup problems Printer problems Serial port problems Software problems USB problems Lenovo Solution Center Chapter 11 Getting information iri and service Information resources Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Lenovo Welcome Help and Support Safety and Warranty Lenovo Web site Lenovo Support Web site Help and service Using the See BZ diagnostic
96. lug This plug fits only into a grounded electrical outlet This is a safety feature Do not defeat this safety feature by trying to insert it into a non grounded outlet If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the outlet with one that enables this safety feature Never overload an electrical outlet The overall system load should not exceed 80 percent of the branch circuit rating Consult an electrician for more information if you have questions about power loads and branch circuit ratings Be sure that the power outlet you are using is properly wired easily accessible and located close to the equipment Do not fully extend power cords in a way that will stress the cords Be sure that the power outlet provides the correct voltage and current for the product you are installing Carefully connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet External devices Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than Universal Serial Bus USB and 1394 cables while the computer power is on otherwise you might damage your computer To avoid possible damage to attached devices wait at least five seconds after the computer is shut down to disconnect external devices Heat and product ventilation Computers power adapters and many accessories can generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging Always follow these basic precautions
97. mpliance mode reduces the consumption of electricity when your computer is in standby or off mode For more information see Enabling ErP compliance mode on page 52 Intel Standard Manageability Intel Standard Manageability is hardware and firmware technology that builds certain functionality into computers in order to make them easier and less expensive for businesses to monitor maintain update upgrade and repair Preboot Execution Environment PXE The Preboot Execution Environment is an environment to start computers using a network interface independent of data storage devices such as the hard disk drive or installed operating systems Smart Performance Choice The Smart Performance Choice function enables your computer to run with better acoustic performance or better thermal performance See Smart performance choices on page 52 System Management SM Basic Input Output System BIOS and SM software The SM BIOS specification defines data structures and access methods in a BIOS that allows a user or application to store and retrieve information specific about the computer in question Wake on LAN Wake on LAN is an Ethernet computer networking standard that allows a computer to be turned on or woken up by a network message The message is usually sent by a program running on another computer on the same local area network Wake on Ring Wake on Ring sometimes referred to as Wake on Modem is a specification tha
98. mputer has two monitor connectors be sure to use the connector on the graphics card The keyboard does not work Verify that e The computer is turned on e The keyboard is securely connected to a USB connector on the computer e No keys are stuck The mouse does not work Verify that e The computer is turned on e The mouse is securely connected to a USB connector on the computer e The mouse is clean Refer to Optical mouse on page 59 for further information Copyright Lenovo 2013 61 Segen le The operating system does not Verify that start e The startup sequence includes the device where the operating system resides Usually the operating system is on the hard disk drive For more information see Selecting a startup device on page 51 The computer beeps multiple Verify that no keys are stuck times before the operating system starts Troubleshooting procedure Use the following procedure as a starting point for diagnosing problems you are experiencing with your computer 1 Verify that the cables for all attached devices are connected correctly and securely 2 Verify that all attached devices that require ac power are connected to properly grounded functioning electrical outlets 3 Verify that all attached devices are enabled in the BIOS settings of your computer For more information about accessing and changing the BIOS settings refer to your Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program
99. ms on page 65 e Intermittent problems on page 67 e Keyboard mouse or pointing device problems on page 67 e Monitor problems on page 69 e Networking problems on page 71 e Option problems on page 73 e Performance and lockup problems on page 74 e Printer problems on page 76 e Serial port problems on page 76 e Software problems on page 76 e USB problems on page 78 Audio problems Select your symptom from the following list e No audio in Windows on page 63 e An audio disc or AutoPlay enabled disc does not automatically play when it is inserted into a drive on page 64 e Sound comes from one external speaker only on page 64 e No audio in DOS applications or games on page 64 No audio in Windows Symptom No audio in Windows Actions e If you are using powered external speakers that have an On Off control verify that the On Off control is set to the On position and the speaker power cable is connected to a properly grounded functional ac electrical outlet e f your external speakers have a volume control verify that the volume control is not set too low e Double click the speaker icon in the Windows notification area A master volume control window opens Verify that the Mute settings are not checked and none of the volume settings is set too low e Some models have a front audio panel you can use to adjust volume If you have a front aud
100. ned To navigate to a previously accessed workspace application setting or desktop do one of the following Chapter 2 Using your computer 19 Using a pointing device 1 Do one of the following e Move the pointer to the extreme top left corner of the screen and then move the pointer downward along the left edge of the screen e Move the pointer to the extreme bottom left corner of the screen and then move the pointer upward along the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen Note Only active workspaces that you have accessed during the current Windows session are displayed along the left edge If you close an active workspace its representation does not display along the left edge of the screen 2 Click the representation Using a touch screen e Method 1 1 Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen 2 Tap the desired workspace e Method 2 1 Swipe in from the left edge of the screen to navigate to the next available workspace 2 Repeat step 1 until you navigate to the desired workspace To navigate to the most recently accessed workspace application PC settings or desktop do one of the following Using a pointing device Move the pointer to the extreme top left corner of the screen until the Windows screen control icon
101. ng hardware on page 35 If you have any questions or concerns contact the Customer Support Center Although there are no moving parts in your computer after the power cord has been disconnected the following warnings are required for your safety CAUTION Hazardous moving parts Keep fingers and other body parts away CAUTION Before replacing any CRUs turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the cover Static electricity prevention Static electricity although harmless to you can seriously damage computer components and options Improper handling of static sensitive parts can cause damage to the part When you unpack an option Copyright Lenovo 2013 v or CRU do not open the static protective package containing the part until the instructions direct you to install it When you handle options or CRUs or perform any work inside the computer take the following precautions to avoid static electricity damage e Limit your movement Movement can cause static electricity to build up around you e Always handle components carefully Handle adapters memory modules and other circuit boards by the edges Never touch exposed circuitry e Prevent others from touching components e When you install a static sensitive option or CRU touch the static protective package containing the part to a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for
102. nge 50 to 60 Hz Lenovo programs Your computer comes with Lenovo programs to help you work more easily and securely Depending on the Windows operating system preinstalled the programs might vary 1 The operating system s listed here are being certified or tested for compatibility at the time this publication goes to press Additional operating systems might be identified by Lenovo as compatible with your computer following the publication of this manual This list is subject to change To determine if an operating system has been certified or tested for compatibility check the Web site of the operating system vendor 4 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Accessing Lenovo programs on the Windows 7 operating system On the Windows 7 operating system you can access Lenovo programs from either the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program or from Control Panel Accessing Lenovo programs from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program To access Lenovo programs from the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program click Start gt All Programs gt Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools Then double click a program icon to access the program Note If a program icon in the Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools program navigation window is dimmed it indicates that you need to install the program manually To install the program manually double click the program icon Then follow the instructions on the screen When the installation process completes the program icon will be activate
103. nkVantage Tools gt Factory Recovery Disks Then follow the instructions on the screen Using recovery media This section provides instructions on how to use recovery media On the Windows 7 operating system you can use recovery media to restore the contents of the hard disk drive to the factory default state Also you can use recovery media to put the computer in an operational state after all other methods of hard disk drive recovery have failed Attention When you use recovery media to restore the contents of the hard disk to the factory default state all the files currently on the hard disk drive will be deleted and replaced by the factory default files To use recovery media on the Windows 7 operating system do the following 1 Depending on the type of your recovery media connect the boot medium memory key or other USB storage device to the computer or insert the boot disc into the optical drive 2 Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer When the Please select boot device window opens release the F12 key 3 Select the desired startup device and press Enter The restore process begins 4 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the operation Note After restoring your computer hard disk drive to the factory default state you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices See Reinstalling device drivers on page 46 Performing backup and recovery operations The Re
104. nty period e Problem determination Trained service personnel are available to assist you with determining a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to fix the problem e Hardware repair If the problem is caused by hardware under warranty trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service e Engineering Change management There might be changes that are required after a product has been sold Lenovo or your reseller will make selected Engineering Changes ECs that apply to your hardware available These items are not covered by the warranty 80 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or non warranted Lenovo parts Identification of software problem sources Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade Changes modifications or upgrades to device drivers Installation and maintenance of network operating systems NOS Installation and maintenance of application programs Refer to the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide that comes with your computer for information about your warranty type and duration You must retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty service For a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region go to http www lenovo com support phone or refer to the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide that comes with your computer Note Phone numbers are subject to change without notice I
105. o not have to set any passwords to use your computer However using passwords improves computing security If you decide to set any passwords read the following sections Password considerations A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters For security reasons it is recommended to use a strong password that cannot be easily compromised To set a strong password use the following guidelines e Have at least eight characters in length e Contain at least one alphabetic character and one numeric character e Setup Utility program and hard disk drive passwords are not case sensitive e Not be your name or your user name e Not be a common word or a common name e Be significantly different from your previous passwords Power On Password When a Power On Password is set you are prompted to type a valid password each time the computer is turned on The computer cannot be used until the valid password is typed in Administrator Password Setting an Administrator Password deters unauthorized users from changing configuration settings If you are responsible for maintaining the configuration settings of several computers you might want to set an Administrator Password When an Administrator Password is set you are prompted to type a valid password each time you try to access the Setup Utility program The Setup Utility program cannot be accessed until a valid password is typed in If both the Power On Passw
106. oblems Note Many monitors have status indicator lights and built in controls for adjusting brightness contrast width height and other picture adjustments However the controls vary from monitor type to monitor type For information about the status lights and using the controls refer to the documentation that comes with your monitor Select your symptom from the following list e Wrong characters appear on the screen on page 69 e The monitor works when you turn on the computer but goes blank after some period of computer inactivity on page 69 e The monitor works when you turn on the computer but goes blank when you start some application programs on page 69 e The image appears to be flickering on page 70 e The image is discolored on page 70 Wrong characters appear on the screen Symptom Wrong characters appear on the screen Action Have the computer serviced For details see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 The monitor works when you turn on the computer but goes blank after some period of computer inactivity Symptom The monitor works when you turn on the computer but goes blank after some period of computer inactivity Action The computer is probably set for energy savings with the power management feature If the power management feature is enabled disabling it or changing the settings might solve the problem If these actions do not correct the p
107. odel label Chapter 2 Using your computer Frequently asked questions Navigating among screens on the Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 operating systems Navigating on Windows 8 Navigating on Windows 8 1 Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system Using the keyboard Using Windows shortcut GH Using a fingerprint reader Using the wheel mouse Adjusting audio s About your computer Audo Setting the volume from the desktop Copyright Lenovo 2013 11 12 13 15 17 17 18 18 19 20 21 21 21 22 22 22 22 Setting the volume from Control Panel Using CDs and DVDs Handling and storing CD Sec DVD medla Playing a CD or DVD Recording a CD or DVD Chapter 3 You and your computer Accessibility and comfort Arranging your workspace Comfort Glare and lighting Air circulation a 3 Electrical outlets and Zable geg Registering your computer Moving your computer to another country or region Voltage election SE Replacement power cords Chapter 4 Security Security features Attaching a Kensington tyle cable SEH Using passwords BIOS passwords Windows passwords Configuring the fingerprint reader Using and understanding firewalls Protecting data against viruses Chapter 5 Installing or replacing hardware Bde Handling static sensitive devices Installing or replacing hardware Installing external options Replacing the USB keybo
108. om gaining access to the Windows environment or the Rescue and Recovery workspace on your hard disk drive Moving your computer Take the following precautions before moving your computer 1 Back up all files and data from the hard disk drive There are a variety of backup programs available commercially Your operating system also might have a backup program that you can use Lenovo provides the Rescue and Recovery program to help you back up and restore data See Performing backup and recovery operations on page 42 for more information 2 Remove all media diskettes compact discs tapes and so on from the drives 3 Turn off the computer and all attached devices Your hard disk drive automatically parks the read write head in a nondata area This prevents damage to the hard disk drive 4 Unplug the power cords from electrical outlets 5 Disconnect communication cables such as modem or network cables from the outlets first and then disconnect the other ends from the computer 6 Note where any remaining cables are attached to the computer then remove them 7 If you saved the original shipping cartons and packing materials use them to pack the units If you are using different cartons cushion the units to avoid damage 60 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics This chapter provides information about diagnosing and troubleshooting computer problems If your computer problem
109. omagnetic Compatibility Directive Copyright Lenovo 2013 85 This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 2004 108 EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non recommended modification of the product including the installation of option cards from other manufacturers This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022 The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication devices Lenovo Einsteinova 21 851 01 Bratislava Slovakia LE German Class B compliance statement Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis Hinweis f r Ger te der Klasse B EU Richtlinie zur Elektromagnetischen Vertr glichkeit Dieses Produkt entspricht den Schutzanforderungen der EU Richtlinie 2004 108 EG fr her 89 336 EWG zur Angleichung der Rechtsvorschriften Uber die elektromagnetische Vertraglichkeit in den EU Mitgliedsstaaten und halt die Grenzwerte der EN 55022 Klasse B ein Um dieses sicherzustellen sind die Ger te wie in den Handbichern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben Des Weiteren d rfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschloss
110. operating system start the computer from an external device or restore the Windows operating system from a system image To use the advanced startup options do the following e For Windows 8 Chapter 6 Recovery information 47 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Click Settings gt Change PC settings gt General 2 In the Advanced startup section click Restart now gt Troubleshoot gt Advanced options 3 Restart your computer following the instructions on the screen e For Windows 8 1 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Click Settings gt Change PC settings gt Update and recovery gt Recovery 2 In the Advanced startup section click Restart now gt Troubleshoot gt Advanced options 3 Restart your computer following the instructions on the screen Recovering your operating system if Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 fails to start The Windows recovery environment on your computer is capable of operating independently from the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system This enables you to recover or repair the operating system even if the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system fails to start After two consecutive failed boot attempts the Windows recovery environment starts automatically Then you can choose repair and recovery options by following the instructions on the screen Note Ensure that you
111. or pointing device problems Select your symptom from the following list e All or some keys on the keyboard do not work on page 67 e The mouse or pointing device does not work on page 68 e The pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse on page 68 e The fingerprint reader does not work on page 68 e The wireless keyboard does not work on page 68 All or some keys on the keyboard do not work Symptom All or some keys on the keyboard do not work Actions e Verify that the keyboard cable is securely connected to the correct connector on the computer e If you are using an Enhanced Performance USB keyboard and one or more of the Rapid Access buttons are the only keys that are not working these buttons might have been disabled or have not been assigned to a function Use the help system in the Enhanced Performance Customization Keyboard program to help diagnose problems with the Rapid Access buttons To open the Enhanced Performance Customization Keyboard program do one of the following On the Windows 7 operating system do the following 1 Click Start gt Control Panel 2 Click Hardware and Sound 3 Click Devices and Printers 4 Double click USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard The USB Enhanced Performance Keyboard Customization program starts On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system do the following Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 67 1 Open Contro
112. or warranties Nothing in this document shall operate as an express or implied license or indemnity under the intellectual property rights of Lenovo or third parties All information contained in this document was obtained in specific environments and is presented as an illustration The result obtained in other operating environments may vary Lenovo may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you Any references in this publication to non Lenovo Web sites are provided for convenience only and do not in any manner serve as an endorsement of those Web sites The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product and use of those Web sites is at your own risk Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment Therefore the result obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly Some measurements may have been made on development level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems Furthermore some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation Actual results may vary Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment Copyright Lenovo 2013 83 Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States other countries or both Lenovo The Lenovo logo Re
113. ord and Administrator Password are set you can type either password However you must use your Administrator Password to change any configuration settings Hard Disk Password Setting a Hard Disk Password prevents unauthorized access to the data on the hard disk drive When a Hard Disk Password is set you are prompted to type a valid password each time you try to access the hard disk drive Notes e After you set a Hard Disk Password your data on the hard disk drive is protected even if the hard disk drive is removed from one computer and installed in another e If the Hard Disk Password is forgotten there is no way to reset the password or recover data from the hard disk drive Setting changing and deleting a password To set change or delete a password do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 50 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Security 3 Depending on the password type select Set Power On Password Set Administrator Password or Hard Disk Password 4 Follow the instructions on the right side of the screen to set change or delete a password Note A password can be any combination of up to 64 alphabetic and numeric characters For more information see Password considerations on page 50 Enabling or disabling a device This section provides information on how to enable or disable user acc
114. ortcut keys are provided on both keyboard types This section provides information about the following topics e Using Windows shortcut keys on page 21 e Using a fingerprint reader on page 21 Using Windows shortcut keys Both the standard keyboard and the fingerprint reader keyboard provide three keys you can use with your Microsoft Windows operating system e The two Windows logo keys are located beside the Alt key on either side of the spacebar They feature the Windows logo On the Windows 7 operating system press the Windows key H to open the Start menu On the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system press the Windows key H to switch between the current workspace and the Start screen The style of the Windows logo varies depending on the keyboard type e The context menu key is located next to the Ctrl key on the right side of the Spacebar Pressing the context menu key opens the context menu for the active program icon or object Note You can use the mouse or the Up and Down arrow keys to highlight menu selections On the Windows 7 operating system you can close the Start menu or the context menu by clicking the mouse or pressing Esc Using a fingerprint reader Some computers might come with a keyboard that has a fingerprint reader For more information about the fingerprint reader see An introduction to Lenovo programs on page 6 To open the ThinkVantage Fingerprint Software program and use the fingerprint
115. ou received with this product Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury and damage to your product If you no longer have a copy of the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide you can obtain a Portable Document Format PDF version from the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support The Lenovo Support Web site also provides the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide and this User Guide in additional languages Service and upgrades Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Customer Support Center or your documentation Only use a Service Provider who is approved to repair your particular product Note Some computer parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer Upgrades typically are referred to as options Replacement parts approved for customer installation are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units or CRUs Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to install options or replace CRUs You must closely follow all instructions when installing or replacing parts The Off state of a power indicator does not necessarily mean that voltage levels inside a product are zero Before you remove the covers from a product equipped with a power cord always make sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source For more information on CRUs refer to Chapter 5 Installing or replaci
116. pean Union EU 90 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Batteries or packaging for batteries are labeled in accordance with European Directive 2006 66 EC concerning batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators The Directive determines the framework for the return and recycling of used batteries and accumulators as applicable throughout the European Union This label is applied to various batteries to indicate that the battery is not to be thrown away but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive In accordance with the European Directive 2006 66 EC batteries and accumulators are labeled to indicate that they are to be collected separately and recycled at end of life The label on the battery may also include a chemical symbol for the metal concerned in the battery Pb for lead Hg for mercury and Cd for cadmium Users of batteries and accumulators must not dispose of batteries and accumulators as unsorted municipal waste but use the collection framework available to customers for the return recycling and treatment of batteries and accumulators Customer participation is important to minimize any potential effects of batteries and accumulators on the environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous substances For proper collection and treatment go to http www lenovo com recycling Appendix C WEEE and recycling information 91 92 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Appendix D Restriction of Hazar
117. program Calling for service Using other services Purchasing additional services Appendix A Notices Trademarks Appendix B Geteste information Export classification notice Electronic emissions notices Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Eurasian compliance mark Additional regulatory information Appendix C WEEE and See information Important WEEE information Recycling information for Japan Recycling information for Brazil 61 62 62 63 64 65 67 67 69 71 73 74 76 76 76 78 78 79 79 79 79 79 79 79 80 80 80 80 81 81 83 84 85 85 85 85 87 87 89 89 89 90 Battery recycling information for Taiwan 90 Battery recycling information for the European Kloen sa 2 ge a a ew ee et 290 Appendix D Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive ROHS 93 European Union ROHS 9 China RoHS 2 2 2 93 Turkish ROHS 2 ee B Copyright Lenovo 2013 Ukraine RoHS India RoHS Appendix E China Energy Label Appendix F ENERGY STAR model information aaa 94 94 95 iv ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Important safety information CAUTION Before using this manual be sure to read and understand all the related safety information for this product Refer to the information in this section and the safety information in the Safety Warranty and Setup Guide that y
118. provides instructions on how to replace the USB keyboard or mouse To replace the USB keyboard or mouse do the following 1 Disconnect the old keyboard cable or mouse cable from the computer 2 Connect a new USB keyboard or mouse to one of the USB connectors on the computer Depending on where you want to connect the new USB keyboard or mouse see Locating connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer on page 9 or Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 11 S Figure 9 Connecting the USB keyboard or mouse Replacing the wireless keyboard or mouse Attention Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading and understanding the Important safety information on page v This section provides instructions on how to replace the wireless keyboard or mouse Replacing the wireless keyboard To replace the wireless keyboard do the following 1 Take away your failing wireless keyboard 2 Remove the new wireless keyboard from the package 36 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide 3 Install the keyboard by opening the battery compartment cover and installing two AAA batteries according to the polarity indicators Figure 10 Installing the keyboard batteries 4 Remove the USB dongle from the keyboard compartment or from the wireless mouse compartment and connect it to an available USB connectors on the computer See Replacing the wireless mouse on page 37 5
119. r DVDs To record a CD or DVD do one of the following e On the Windows 7 operating system you have either the Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition program or the Power2Go program installed on your computer To run the Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition program click Start gt All Programs gt Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition gt Corel DVD MovieFactory Lenovo Edition Follow the instructions on the screen 24 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Torun the Power2Go program click Start gt All Programs gt PowerDVD Create gt Power2Go Follow the instructions on the screen e On the Windows 8 operating system run the Power2Go program by doing the following 1 Move the cursor to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Then click Search and type Power2Go 2 Click Power2Go in the left panel to open the program 3 Follow the instructions on the screen e On the Windows 8 1 operating system run the Power2Go program by doing the following 1 On the start screen click the arrow icon M in the bottom left corner to go to the Apps screen Then type Power2Go in the search box in the top right corner of the screen 2 Click Power2Go in the search result to open the program 3 Follow the instructions on the screen You also can use Windows Media Player to record CDs and data DVDs For more information see Help and Support on page 79 Chapter 2 Using your computer 25 26
120. r computer is connected to ac power during the recovery process For more details about the recovery solutions provided on computers preinstalled with the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system refer to the help information system of the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system 48 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program The Setup Utility program is used to view and change the configuration settings of your computer regardless of which operating system you are using However the operating system settings might override any similar settings in the Setup Utility program Starting the Setup Utility program To start the Setup Utility program do the following 1 Make sure your computer is turned off 2 Repeatedly press and release the F1 key when turning on the computer When you hear multiple beeps or see a logo screen release the F1 key Note If a Power On Password or an Administrator Password has been set the Setup Utility program menu will not be displayed until you type the correct password For more information see Using passwords on page 49 When the POST detects that the hard disk drive has been removed from your computer or the memory module size has decreased an error message will be displayed when you start the computer and you will be prompted to do one of the following e Press F1 to enter the Setup Utility program Note After you enter the Setup Utility program pres
121. r computer keyboard do the following 1 Apply some isopropyl rubbing alcohol to a soft dust free cloth 2 Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth Wipe the keys one by one if you wipe several keys at a time the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it Make sure that no liquid drips onto or between the keys 3 To remove any crumbs or dust from beneath the keys you can use a camera blower with a brush or cool air from a hair dryer Note Avoid spraying cleaner directly onto the display or the keyboard Optical mouse This section provides instructions on how to clean an optical mouse An optical mouse uses a light emitting diode LED and an optical sensor to navigate the pointer If the pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the optical mouse you might need to clean the mouse To clean an optical mouse do the following 1 Turn off your computer 2 Disconnect the mouse cable from the computer 3 Turn the mouse upside down to check the lens a If there is a smudge on the lens gently clean the area with a plain cotton tipped swab b If there is debris in the lens gently blow the debris away from the area 4 Check the surface on which you are using the mouse If you have a very intricate picture or pattern beneath the mouse it may be difficult for the digital signal processor DSP to determine changes in the mouse position 5 Reconnect the mouse cable to the computer 6 Turn your computer back
122. rces air circulation and the location of electrical outlets can also affect the way you arrange your workspace Comfort Although no single working position is ideal for everyone here are a few guidelines to help you find a position that suits you best Sitting in the same position for a long time can cause fatigue The backrest and seat of your chair should adjust independently and provide good support The seat should have a curved front to relieve pressure on the thighs Adjust the seat so that your thighs are parallel to the floor and your feet are either flat on the floor or on a footrest When using the keyboard keep your forearms parallel to the floor and your wrists in a comfortable position Use a light touch on the keyboard and your hands and fingers relaxed Change the angle of the keyboard for maximum comfort by adjusting the position of the keyboard feet Copyright Lenovo 2013 27 Adjust the monitor so the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level Place the monitor at a comfortable viewing distance usually 51 to 61 cm 20 to 24 inches and position it so you can view it without having to twist your body Also position other equipment you use regularly such as the telephone or a mouse within easy reach Glare and lighting Position the monitor to minimize glare and reflections from overhead lights windows and other light sources Reflected light from shiny surfaces can cause annoying reflections on
123. requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment EEE Turkiye EEE Yonetmeligine Uygunluk Beyani Bu Lenovo r n T C evre ve Orman Bakanl n n Elektrik ve Elektronik E yalarda Bazi Zararl Maddelerin Kullan m n n Sinirlandirilmasina Dair Y netmelik EEEY direktiflerine uygundur EEE Y netmeli ine Uygundur Copyright Lenovo 2013 93 Ukraine RoHS Lum nigTBepaxkyemo LO npogykyuia JleHoBo BignoBigae BUMOoramM HOPMaTUBHUX akTiB YKpaiHu AK OOMe gt KylOTb BMICT HeEOe3sneyHUx PeY4OBNH India RoHS RoHS compliant as per E Waste Management amp Handling Rules 2011 94 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Appendix E China Energy Label TAA it EAL BE SA TA E BH ATA PE pH it ALERT MN A BTA EMREBRAEMSR ECKE R Srel RI RASH SARA WAS MRE MIA AAMT 1 MRR BRAKE LS LR DU Ee RTM RHMEMEAMAES Bit SARE RR E B BEM SR HE AY H A BE SA DH fe o of ee mm CE BE XY nik CHINA ENERGY LABEL APSE R RA BE UR FE kWh 000 0 PERAI x ZS Wu rbl BEA Er ID www energylabel gov cn EE RARE GB 28380P 2012 Note A220 Rein Sgr BARRES MSR Kms Ae ERA FARRER R m EA Nh A KERRE AE RAR N REE SA E te a Shi BEM M http www energylabel gov cn it 77 E 44 amp iff 2 SZ SEH ORERE MOLAR BRAID OC EE BE RAE DIRS HEA Oe EIERE FET HV REMI E SERBIA ATES MMAR ROA RARP HR BURA She ales RAT mT SB
124. riety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products For information on recycling Lenovo products go to http www lenovo com recycling Important WEEE information The WEEE marking on Lenovo products applies to countries with WEEE and e waste regulations for example European Directive 2002 96 EC India E Waste Management amp Handling Rules 2011 Appliances are labeled in accordance with local regulations concerning waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE These regulations determine the framework for the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable within each geography This label is applied to various products to indicate that the product is not to be thrown away but rather put in the established collection systems for reclaiming these end of life products Users of electrical and electronic equipment EEE with the WEEE marking must not dispose of end of life EEE as unsorted municipal waste but use the collection framework available to them for the return recycle and recovery of WEEE and to minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances For additional WEEE information go to http www lenovo com recycling Recycling information for Japan Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property
125. roblem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 The monitor works when you turn on the computer but goes blank when you start some application programs Symptom The monitor works when you turn on the computer but goes blank when you start some application programs Actions e Make sure the monitor signal cable is securely connected to the monitor and the monitor connector on the computer A loose cable can cause intermittent problems e Verify that the necessary device drivers for the application programs are installed Refer to the documentation for the affected application program to see if device drivers are required Chapter 10 Troubleshooting and diagnostics 69 If these actions do not correct the problem run the Lenovo Solution Center program If you need technical assistance see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 The image appears to be flickering Symptom The image appears to be flickering Actions e The monitor might be operating in a low refresh rate display mode Set the monitor to the highest noninterlaced refresh rate supported by your monitor and the video controller in your computer Attention Using a resolution or refresh rate that is not supported by your monitor might damage it Check the documentation that comes with your monitor to verify the supported refresh rates e
126. s 8 and Windows 8 1 operating systems This section provides instructions on how to navigate among the desktop the Start screen and applications that were opened from the Start screen on the Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 operating systems For detailed instructions see Navigating on Windows 8 on page 18 or Navigating on Windows 8 1 on page 19 Navigating on Windows 8 To navigate among the desktop the Start screen and applications that were opened from the Start screen on the Windows 8 operating system do one of the following e From the Start screen do one of the following to navigate to the most recently accessed workspace application PC settings or desktop Using a pointing device Move the pointer to the extreme bottom left corner of the screen until a small representation of the workspace is displayed then click the representation Using a touch screen Swipe in and out on the left edge of the screen Representations of all available workspaces are displayed along the left edge of the screen Tap the representation of the workspace at the bottom Note The representation of a workspace is displayed only if you have at least one active workspace in the background of the system e From the desktop or any other workspace that is opened from the Start screen do one of the following to navigate to the Start screen Using a pointing device Move the pointer to the extreme bottom left corner of the screen unt
127. s F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit The error message will not be displayed again e Press F2 to bypass the error message and log in to the operating system Note You have to enable the configuration change detection feature for the POST to detect the removal of the hard disk drive To enable the configuration change detection feature do the following 1 Start the Setup Utility program 2 From the Setup Utility program main menu select Security gt Configuration Change Detection and press Enter 3 Select Enabled and press Enter 4 Press F10 to save changes and exit the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit Viewing and changing settings The Setup Utility program menu lists various items about the system configuration To view or change settings start the Setup Utility program See Starting the Setup Utility program on page 49 Then follow the instructions on the screen You can use either the keyboard or the mouse to navigate through BIOS menu choices The keys used to perform various tasks are displayed at the bottom of each screen Using passwords By using the Setup Utility program you can set passwords to prevent unauthorized access to your computer and data The following types of passwords are available e Power On Password Copyright Lenovo 2013 49 e Administrator Password e Hard Disk Password You d
128. s such as an electric fan radio high powered speakers air conditioner and microwave oven away from your computer because the strong magnetic fields generated by these appliances can damage the monitor and data on the hard disk drive Do not place any beverages on top of or beside the computer or other attached devices If liquid is spilled on or in the computer or an attached device a short circuit or other damage might occur Do not eat or smoke over your keyboard Particles that fall into your keyboard can cause damage Modem safety information CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger for example No 24 AWG telecommunication line cord listed by Underwriters Laboratories UL or certified by the Canadian Standards Association CSA To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using telephone equipment always follow basic safety precautions such as e Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm e Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations e Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface e Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines e Avoid using a telephone other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning e Do not use the telephone to report a
129. scs DVD RW discs and all types of CDs such as CD ROM discs CD RW discs CD R discs and audio CDs If you have a recordable DVD drive it can also record on DVD R discs DVD RW discs type Il DVD RAM discs CD RW standard and high speed discs and CD R discs Follow these guidelines when using the DVD drive e Do not place the computer in a location where the drive is exposed to the following High temperature High humidity Excessive dust Excessive vibration or sudden shock An inclined surface Direct sunlight Chapter 2 Using your computer 23 e Do not insert any object other than a CD or DVD into the drive e Before moving the computer remove the CD or DVD from the drive Handling and storing CD and DVD media CD and DVD media are durable and reliable but they do require some care and special handling When handling and storing a CD or DVD follow these guidelines e Hold the disc by its edges Do not touch the surface of the side that is not labeled e To remove dust or fingerprints wipe the disc with a clean soft cloth from the center to the outside Wiping the disc in a circular direction might cause loss of data e Do not write or stick paper on the disc e Do not scratch or mark the disc e Do not place or store the disc in direct sunlight e Do not use benzene thinners or other cleaners to clean the disc e Do not drop or bend the disc e Do not insert damaged discs into the drive Warped s
130. scue and Recovery ThinkCentre ThinkVantage Microsoft Windows and Windows Media are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies Intel and Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U S and or other countries Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds Other company product or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others 84 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Appendix B Regulatory information Export classification notice This product is subject to the United States Export Administration Regulations EAR and has an Export Classification Control Number ECCN of 4A994 b It can be re exported except to any of the embargoed countries in the EAR E1 country list Electronic emissions notices The following information refers to Lenovo personal computer machine types 10BB and 10BC Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does c
131. scue and Recovery program enables you to back up all your hard disk drive contents including the operating system data files software programs and personal settings You can designate where the Rescue and Recovery program stores the backup e Ina protected area of your hard disk drive e On the secondary hard disk drive if a secondary hard disk drive is installed in your computer e On an attached external USB hard disk drive e On a network drive e On recordable discs a recordable optical drive is required for this option After you have backed up the contents of the hard disk drive you can restore the complete contents of the hard disk drive restore selected files only or restore the Windows operating system and applications only while keeping the other data on your hard disk drive Performing a backup operation This section provides instructions on how to perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program To perform a backup operation using the Rescue and Recovery program on the Windows 7 operating system do the following 42 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide 1 From the Windows desktop click Start gt All Programs gt Lenovo ThinkVantage Tools gt Enhanced Backup and Restore The Rescue and Recovery program opens 2 In the Rescue and Recovery main window click the Launch advanced Rescue and Recovery arrow 3 Click Back up your hard drive and select backup operation options Then follow the instructions on t
132. select the desired optical drive as the first boot device Then insert the rescue disc into the optical drive and press Enter The rescue medium starts e If you have created a rescue medium using a USB hard disk drive use the following instructions to use the rescue medium 1 Attach the USB hard disk drive to one of the USB connectors on your computer 44 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide 2 Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer When the Please select boot device window opens release the F12 key 3 In the Please select boot device window select the USB hard disk drive as the first boot device and press Enter The rescue medium starts When the rescue medium starts the Rescue and Recovery workspace opens The help information for each feature is available from the Rescue and Recovery workspace Follow the instructions to complete the recovery process Reinstalling preinstalled applications and device drivers Your computer has provisions that enable you to reinstall selected factory installed applications and device drivers Reinstalling preinstalled applications This section provides instructions on how to reinstall preinstalled applications To reinstall the selected applications preinstalled on your Lenovo computer do the following 1 Turn on the computer 2 Go to the C SWTOOLS directory 3 Open the apps folder Within the apps folder there are several subfolders named for various applica
133. smoothly with the mouse Symptom The pointer on the screen does not move smoothly with the mouse Action Erratic movement of the mouse pointer is generally caused by a buildup of dirt oils and other contaminants on the ball inside the mouse Clean the mouse See Optical mouse on page 59 for instructions The fingerprint reader does not work Symptom The fingerprint reader does not work Action The following could cause the fingerprint reader not to operate properly e Not enrolling your fingerprint correctly e Scratching the surface of the reader with a hard pointed object e Scraping the surface of the reader with your nail or anything hard e Using or touching the reader with a dirty finger e The surface of your finger is very different from when you enrolled your fingerprint The wireless keyboard does not work Symptom The wireless keyboard does not work Action If the Transceiver Communications LED is on and the wireless Keyboard does not work restart your computer If restarting your computer does not solve the problem verify that the following conditions are met 68 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide e The batteries are properly installed e The batteries still retain their current e The wireless Keyboard is located less than ten meters away from the transceiver e The transceiver is fully installed Action If the Transceiver Communications LED is not on reconnect the transceiver and the keyboard Monitor pr
134. system Microsoft makes updates available for the various Windows operating systems through the Microsoft Windows Update Web site The Web site automatically determines what Windows updates are available for your specific computer and lists those updates only Updates could include security fixes new versions of Windows components such as Media Player fixes to other portions of the Windows operating system or enhancements Attention Do not download updated device drivers from the Windows Web site The device drivers provided on the Windows Web site have not been tested by Lenovo and using them might cause unexpected problems Obtain updated device drivers from Lenovo See Getting the latest device drivers for your computer on page 57 for more information To access the Microsoft Windows Update site do the following 1 Go to http windowsupdate microsoft com 2 Follow the instructions on the screen Copyright Lenovo 2013 57 Using System Update The System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up to date Update packages are stored on Lenovo servers and can be downloaded from the Lenovo Support Web site Update packages can contain applications device drivers BIOS flashes or software updates When the System Update program connects to the Lenovo Support Web site the System Update program automatically recognizes the machine type and model of your computer the installed operating system and the languag
135. t allows supported computers and devices to resume from sleep or hibernation mode Windows Management Instrumentation WMI Windows Management Instrumentation is a set of extensions to the Windows Driver Model It provides an operating system interface through which instrumented components provide information and notification 2 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Input Output I O features e 9 pin serial port optional e Six Universal Serial Bus USB connectors e One Ethernet connector e One VGA out connector e One Personal System 2 PS 2 keyboard connector optional e One PS 2 mouse connector optional e Two audio connectors microphone connector and headphone connector For more information see Locating connectors controls and indicators on the front of your computer on page 9 and Locating connectors on the rear of your computer on page 11 Expansion e One hard disk drive bay e One optical drive bay Power supply Your computer comes with a 150 watt automatic voltage sensing power supply Security features e Computrace Agent software embedded in firmware e Cover presence switch also called intrusion switch e Ability to enable or disable a device e Ability to enable and disable USB connectors individually e Keyboard with fingerprint reader shipped with some models e Power on password POP administrator password and hard disk drive password to deter unauthorized use of your computer e Startup seq
136. t make changes and enhancements to the POST and BIOS When updates are released they are available as downloadable files on the Lenovo Web site at http Awww lenovo com Instructions for using the POST and BIOS updates are available in a TXT file that is included with the update files For most models you can download either an update program to create a system program update disc or an update program that can be run from the operating system Updating flashing the BIOS from a disc This section provides instructions on how to update flash the BIOS from a disc Note You can download a self starting bootable disc image known as an ISO image with the system program updates to create a system program update disc Go to http www lenovo com support To update flash the BIOS from a disc do the following 1 Turn off your computer 2 Repeatedly press and release the F12 key when turning on the computer When the Startup Device Menu window opens release the F12 key 3 From the Startup Device Menu window select the desired optical drive as the startup device Then insert the disc into this optical drive and press Enter The update begins 4 When prompted to change the serial number it is suggested that you do not make this change by pressing N However if you do want to change the serial number press Y then type in the serial number and press Enter 5 When prompted to change the machine type and model it is suggested that
137. ter 2 Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties The amount of free disk space is displayed To check the amount of free space on the Windows 8 operating system do the following 1 Open File Explorer and click Computer 2 Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties The amount of free disk space is displayed To check the amount of free space on the Windows 8 1 operating system do the following 1 Open File Explorer 2 Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties The amount of free disk space is displayed 74 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide To free up disk space do any of the following e Method 1 1 On the Windows 7 operating system click Start gt Computer On the Windows 8 operating system open File Explorer and click Computer On the Windows 8 1 operating system open File Explorer 2 Right click your C drive entry and then click Properties 3 Click Disk Cleanup 4 A list of unnecessary file categories is displayed Select each file category you want to delete and then click OK e Method 2 Te 2 3 4 Open Control Panel Note For detailed information on how to open Control Panel on Windows 8 and Windows 8 1 see Accessing Control Panel on the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system on page 20 Click Programs Click Turn Windows features on or off A list of optional Windows components is displayed Follow the instructions on the screen e Method 3
138. termine the final placement of your computer When arranging your workspace e Avoid the use of extension cords When possible plug the computer power cord directly into an electrical outlet e Keep power cords and cables neatly routed away from walkways and other areas where they might get kicked accidentally For more information about power cords see Power cords and power adapters on page vi 28 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Registering your computer When you register your computer information is entered into a database which enables Lenovo to contact you in case of a recall or other severe problem After you register your computer with Lenovo you will receive quicker service when you call Lenovo for help In addition some locations offer extended privileges and services to registered users To register your computer with Lenovo do one of the following e Go to http www lenovo com register and follow the instructions on the screen to register your computer e Connect your computer to the Internet and register your computer through a preinstalled registration program For Windows 7 The preinstalled Lenovo Product Registration program launches automatically after you have used your computer for a time Follow the instructions on the screen to register your computer For Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 On the Start screen open the Lenovo Support program Then click Registration and follow the instructions on the scr
139. the Setup Utility program Press Enter when prompted to confirm the exit Using and understanding firewalls A firewall can be hardware software or a combination of both depending on the level of security required Firewalls work on a set of rules to determine which inbound and outbound connections are authorized If your computer is preinstalled with a firewall program it helps protect against computer Internet security threats unauthorized access intrusions and Internet attacks It also protects your privacy For more information about how to use the firewall program refer to the help system of your firewall program The Windows operating system preinstalled on your computer provides the Windows Firewall For details on using the Windows Firewall refer to Help and Support on page 79 Protecting data against viruses Your computer is preinstalled with an antivirus program to help you guard against detect and eliminate viruses Lenovo provides a full version of antivirus software on your computer with a free 30 day subscription After 30 days you must renew the license to continue receiving the antivirus software updates Note Virus definition files must be kept up to date to guard against new viruses Chapter 4 Security 33 For more information about how to use your antivirus software refer to the help system of your antivirus software 34 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 5 Installing or replacing hardw
140. tion Table 3 ENERGY STAR power management features Power plan ThinkCentre Default e Turn off the display After 10 minutes e Put the computer to sleep After 25 minutes e Advanced power settings Turn off hard disk drives After 20 minutes Hibernate Never To awaken your computer from a Sleep or Standby mode press any key on your keyboard For more information about these settings refer to your Windows Help and Support information system Copyright Lenovo 2013 97 98 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Index A a rescue medium creating and using 44 Administrator password 50 audio subsystem 1 backup and recovery operations 42 basic troubleshooting 61 C cable lock security 32 changing password 50 startup device sequence 51 cleaning an optical mouse 59 connector 10 11 connectors rear 11 connectors controls indicators front 9 considerations passwords 50 creating and using a rescue medium 44 creating and using recovery media 41 customer support center 80 D deleting a password 50 Description 10 11 device drivers 39 devices handling static sensitive 35 diagnostics program using 80 diagnostics troubleshooting 61 documentation using 80 drivers device 39 E environment operating 4 Ethernet 2 Ethernet connector 11 exiting Setup Utility 53 expansion 3 external options installing 35 F features 1 flashing the BIOS 55 front Copyright Lenovo 2013 conn
141. tions installed in your computer 4 Open the appropriate application subfolder 5 In the application subfolder look for a SETUP EXE file or other appropriate EXE files for setup Double click the file and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation Reinstalling preinstalled device drivers This section provides instructions on how to reinstall preinstalled device drivers Attention When you reinstall device drivers you are changing the current configuration of your computer Reinstall device drivers only when it is necessary to correct a problem with your computer To reinstall the device driver for a factory installed device do the following 1 Turn on the computer 2 Go to the C SWTOOLS directory 3 Open the DRIVERS folder Within the DRIVERS folder there are several subfolders named for various devices installed in your computer such as AUDIO or VIDEO 4 Open the appropriate device subfolder 5 Do one of the following e Inthe device subfolder look for a SETUP exe file Double click the file and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation e Inthe device subfolder look fora README txt file or a file with the txt extension This file might be named after the operating system such as WIN98 txt The TXT file contains information about how to install the device driver Follow the instructions to complete the installation e If the device subfolder contains a file with the
142. tp www lenovo com cloud Lenovo Companion Through the Lenovo Companion program you can get the information about the accessories for your computer view blogs and articles about your computer and check for other recommended programs Lenovo Reach Use the Lenovo Reach program to enhance your cloud experience Lenovo Reach keeps you connected at all times and enables you to access all your favorite items from personal computers smartphones or tablets With Lenovo Reach you can add your favorite Web services to your cloud desktop stay logged in to Web sites with the cloud password manager and access edit and share your files from anywhere Lenovo Settings Use the Lenovo Settings program to enhance your computing experience by turning your computer into a portable hotspot configuring camera and audio settings optimizing your power plan settings and creating and managing multiple network profiles Lenovo Solution Center The Lenovo Solution Center program enables you to troubleshoot and resolve computer problems It combines diagnostic tests system information collection security status and support information along with hints and tips for maximum system performance Lenovo Support The Lenovo Support program enables you to register your computer with Lenovo check the computer health condition and battery status download and view user manuals for your computer get the warranty information of your computer and explore help
143. trical outlets If your computer does not have a voltage selection switch inspect the voltage rating label on the bottom of the computer and note the following e If the voltage rating label shows a range of either 100 127 V or 200 240 V you must ensure that the voltage provided at the electrical outlet matches the voltage rating on the computer label If it does not match do not attempt to connect the computer to the electrical outlet unless an external device such as a voltage converting transformer is used e If the voltage rating label shows a dual range of 100 127 V and 200 240 V this signifies that the computer is suitable for worldwide operation and the computer will automatically adjust to the voltage at the electrical outlet regardless of the country or region where the computer is being connected Chapter 3 You and your computer 29 Replacement power cords If you relocate your computer to a country or region that uses an electrical outlet style different from the type you are currently using you will have to purchase either electrical plug adapters or new power cords You can order power cords directly from Lenovo For power cord information and part numbers go to http www lenovo com powercordnotice 30 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Chapter 4 Security This chapter provides information about how to protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use Security features The followin
144. u reliably The following topics offer information to help you keep your computer in top working order e Basics on page 58 e Cleaning your computer on page 59 Computer on page 59 Keyboard on page 59 Optical mouse on page 59 Display screen on page 59 e Good maintenance practices on page 60 Basics Here are some basic points about keeping your computer functioning properly e Keep your computer in a clean dry environment Make sure it rests on a flat steady surface e Do not place items on top of the monitor or cover any of the vents in the monitor or computer These vents provide airflow to keep your computer from overheating e Keep food and drinks away from all parts of your computer Food particles and spills might make the keyboard and mouse stick and unusable e Do not get the power switches or other controls wet Moisture can damage these parts and cause an electrical hazard e Always disconnect a power cord by grasping the plug but not the cord 58 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Cleaning your computer It is a good practice to clean your computer periodically to protect the surfaces and ensure trouble free operation CAUTION Be sure to turn off the computer and monitor power switches before cleaning the computer and monitor screen Computer Use only mild cleaning solutions and a damp cloth to clean the painted surfaces of the computer Keyboard To clean you
145. uence You must first make sure that your rescue device is set as the first boot device in the startup device sequence in the Setup Utility program See Selecting a startup device on page 51 for detailed information about temporarily or permanently changing the startup device sequence For more information about the Setup Utility program see Chapter 7 Using the Setup Utility program on page 49 It is important to create a rescue medium and a set of recovery media as early as possible and store them in a safe place for future use 46 ThinkCentre M73z User Guide Recovery information for the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system This section provides information about the recovery solutions provided on computers preinstalled with the Windows 8 or Windows 8 1 operating system Refreshing your computer If your computer does not perform well and the problem might be caused by a recently installed program you can refresh your computer without losing your personal files or changing your settings Attention If you refresh your computer the programs that came with your computer and the programs that you installed from Windows Store will be reinstalled but all other programs will be removed To refresh your computer do one of the following e For Windows 8 1 Move the pointer to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen to display the charms Click Settings gt Change PC settings gt General 2 In the Refr
146. uence control e Startup without keyboard or mouse e Support for a Kensington style cable lock e Trusted Platform Module TPM For more information see Chapter 4 Security on page 31 Preinstalled software programs Your computer is preinstalled with software programs to help you work more easily and securely For more information see Lenovo programs on page 4 Preinstalled operating system Your computer is preinstalled with one of the following operating systems e Microsoft Windows 7 operating system e Microsoft Windows 8 operating system e Microsoft Windows 8 1 operating system Chapter 1 Product overview 3 Operating system s certified or tested for compatibility varies by model type e Linux Specifications This section lists the physical specifications for your computer Dimensions and weight BEE Environment e Air temperature Operating 10 C to 35 C 50 F to 95 F Storage in original shipping package 40 C to 60 C 40 F to 140 F Storage without package 10 C to 60 C 14 F to 140 F e Humidity Operating 20 to 80 non condensing Storage 20 to 90 non condensing e Altitude Operating 15 2 to 3048 m 50 to 10 000 ft Storage 15 2 to 10 668 m 50 to 35 000 ft Electrical input e Input voltage Low range Minimum 100 V ac Maximum 127 V ac Input frequency range 50 to 60 Hz High range Minimum 200 V ac Maximum 240 V ac Input frequency ra
147. uide Chapter 2 Using your computer This chapter provides information on using some of the computer components Frequently asked questions The following are a few tips that will help you optimize the use of your computer Can I get my user guide in another language The user guide is available in various languages on the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com UserManuals Where are my recovery discs Lenovo provides a program that enables you to create recovery discs For details about creating recovery discs see Creating recovery media on page 42 Additionally in case of a hard disk failure you can order Product Recovery discs from the Lenovo Customer Support Center For information about contacting the Customer Support Center see Chapter 11 Getting information help and service on page 79 Before using the Product Recovery discs refer to the documentation that comes with the discs Attention A Product Recovery disc package might contain multiple discs Make sure you have all of the discs ready before starting the recovery process During the recovery process you might be prompted to change discs Where can find help about the Windows operating system The Windows Help and Support information system provides you with detailed information about using the Windows operating system to help you get the most of your computer To access the Windows Help and Support information system do one of the
148. ws operating system you can use the rescue files feature of the Rescue and Recovery workspace to copy files from your hard disk drive to other media To start the Rescue and Recovery workspace do the following 1 Make sure the computer is turned off Chapter 6 Recovery information 43 2 Turn on your computer When you see the logo screen press Enter and then press F11 to enter the Rescue and Recovery workspace 3 If you have set a Rescue and Recovery password type your password when prompted The Rescue and Recovery workspace opens after a short delay Note If the Rescue and Recovery workspace fails to open see Solving recovery problems on page 46 4 Do one of the following e To rescue files from your hard disk drive click Rescue files and follow the instructions on the screen e To restore your hard disk drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or to restore your hard disk drive to the factory default settings click Full Restore and follow the instructions on the screen For more information about the features of the Rescue and Recovery workspace click Help Note After restoring your hard disk drive to the factory default state you might have to reinstall device drivers for some devices See Reinstalling device drivers on page 46 Creating and using a rescue medium With a rescue medium such as a disc or a USB hard disk drive you can recover the computer from failures that prevent you from gaining access to the

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