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Contents

Important safety information . . . . . . v

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

General battery notice .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . xi
Notice for removable rechargeable battery .  .  .  .  . xi
Notice for non-rechargeable coin-cell battery .  .  .  . xii
Heat and product ventilation .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  xiii
Electrical current safety information .  .  .  .  .  .  .  xiv
Laser safety information

. . . . . . . . . . . . xv

Liquid crystal display (LCD) notice

. . . . . . . . xv

Using headphones or earphones .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . xv
Choking hazard notice .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  xvi
Plastic bag notice .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  xvi
Glass parts notice .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  xvi

Chapter 1. Product overview . . . . . . 1

Computer controls, connectors, and indicators . . . 1

Front view .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  1
Left-side view .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  2
Right-side view .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  4
Rear view .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  6
Bottom view .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  7
Status indicators

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Important product information labels . . . . . . . 9

Machine type and model label .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  9
FCC ID and IC Certification number .  .  .  .  .  10
Labels for the Windows operating systems .  .  10

Features.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  11
Specifications .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  13
Operating environment .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  13
Lenovo programs .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  14

Accessing Lenovo programs . . . . . . . . 14
An introduction to Lenovo programs . . . . . 14

Chapter 2. Using your computer . . . 17

Registering your computer .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  17
Frequently asked questions .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  17
Getting help about the Windows operating
system .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  18
Using the multi-touch screen

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Special keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the ThinkPad pointing device . . . . . . . 22

ThinkPad pointing device overview . . . . . 22
Using the TrackPoint pointing device. . . . . 23
Using the trackpad with buttons

. . . . . . 24

Using the trackpad touch gestures

. . . . . 25

Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device . . 25
Replacing the cap on the pointing stick . . . . 26

Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Using the ac power adapter .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  26
Using the battery .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  27
Managing the battery power .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  28
Power-saving modes .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  28

Connecting to the network

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Ethernet connections . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Wireless connections . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using audio features .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  32
Using the camera .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  32
Using the color sensor .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  33
Using an ExpressCard, a media card, or a smart
card .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  33
Using an external display .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  35

Connecting an external display .  .  .  .  .  .  .  35
Choosing a display mode .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  36
Changing display settings .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  36

Traveling with your computer . . . . . . . . . 37

Chapter 3. Enhancing your
computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Finding ThinkPad options .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  39
ThinkPad Pen Pro .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  39
ThinkPad Workstation Dock .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  41

ThinkPad Workstation Dock overview .  .  .  .  41
Attaching the docking station to your
computer .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  42
Detaching the docking station from your
computer .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  43
Guideline on connecting multiple external
displays to the docking station .  .  .  .  .  .  .  45

Chapter 4. Accessibility, ergonomic,
and maintenance information . . . . . 47

Accessibility information .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  47
Ergonomic information .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  49
Cleaning and maintenance .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  50

Chapter 5. Security . . . . . . . . . . 53

Using passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Summary of Contents for P70

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Page 2: ...ranty and Setup Guide and the Regulatory Notice are available on the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support Sixth Edition August 2017 Copyright Lenovo 2015 2017 LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If data or software is delivered pursuant to a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No GS 35F 0592...

Page 3: ...tly asked questions 17 Getting help about the Windows operating system 18 Using the multi touch screen 18 Special keys 20 Using the ThinkPad pointing device 22 ThinkPad pointing device overview 22 Using the TrackPoint pointing device 23 Using the trackpad with buttons 24 Using the trackpad touch gestures 25 Customizing the ThinkPad pointing device 25 Replacing the cap on the pointing stick 26 Powe...

Page 4: ...and power problems 99 Problems with drives and other storage drives 102 A software problem 102 Problems with ports and connectors 103 Chapter 9 Recovery information 105 Recovery information for the Windows 7 operating system 105 Creating and using recovery media 105 Performing backup and recovery operations 106 Using the Rescue and Recovery workspace 107 Creating and using a rescue medium 108 Rein...

Page 5: ...compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase 150 Japan notice for ac power cord 150 Lenovo product service information for Taiwan 150 Eurasian compliance mark 150 Brazil audio notice 150 Appendix C WEEE and recycling statements 151 General recycling information 151 Important WEEE information 151 Japan recycling statement...

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Page 7: ...his information includes references to power adapters and batteries In addition to notebook computers some products such as speakers and monitors ship with external power adapters If you have such a product this information applies to your product In addition computer products contain a coin sized internal battery that provides power to the system clock even when the computer is unplugged so the b...

Page 8: ...computer Protect the cables from being damaged Applying strong force to cables may damage or break them Route communication lines or the cables of an ac power adapter a mouse a keyboard a printer or any other electronic device so that they cannot be walked on tripped over pinched by your computer or other objects or in any way subject to treatment that could interfere with the operation of your co...

Page 9: ...nt from your product Or you might hear sounds like popping cracking or hissing These conditions might merely mean that an internal electronic component has failed in a safe and controlled manner Or they might indicate a potential safety issue However do not take risks or attempt to diagnose the situation yourself Contact the Customer Support Center for further guidance For a list of Service and Su...

Page 10: ...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 i...

Page 11: ... terminals on a power adapter which can eventually result in overheating Ensure that all power cord 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 pins or anywhere on the power adapter Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts...

Page 12: ...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 equip...

Page 13: ...ry Do not crush or puncture the battery Do not short circuit the battery or expose it to water or other liquids Keep the battery away from children Keep the battery away from fire Stop using the battery if it is damaged or if you notice any discharge or the buildup of foreign materials on the battery leads Store the rechargeable batteries or products containing the rechargeable batteries at room t...

Page 14: ... harmful substance Do not heat to more than 100 C 212 F The following statement applies to users in the state of California U S A California Perchlorate Information Products containing manganese dioxide lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See http www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate xii P70 User Guide ...

Page 15: ...e your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in explosive environments Ventilation slots fans and or 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 When the ac power adapter is co...

Page 16: ...r until all internal parts enclosures are fastened into place Never use the computer when internal parts and circuits are exposed DANGER Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing moving or opening covers on this product or attached devices To connect 1 Turn everything OFF 2 First attach all cables to devices 3 Attach signal cables to connectors 4 Attach...

Page 17: ...deral laws Using headphones or earphones CAUTION Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss Adjustment of the equalizer to maximum increases the earphone and headphone output voltage and the sound pressure level Therefore to protect your hearing adjust the equalizer to an appropriate level Excessive use of headphones or earphones for a long period of time at high...

Page 18: ...ay from babies and children to avoid danger of suffocation Glass parts notice CAUTION Some parts of your product may be made of glass This glass could break if the product is dropped on a hard surface or receives a substantial impact If glass breaks do not touch or attempt to remove it Stop using your product until the glass is replaced by trained service personnel xvi P70 User Guide ...

Page 19: ...reader 7 TrackPoint pointing device 8 Trackpad with buttons 9 Color sensor available on some models 10 Speakers 1 Camera available on some models Use the camera to take pictures or hold a video conference For more information see Using the camera on page 32 2 Microphones The microphones capture sound and voice when used with a program capable of handling audio 3 Screen multi touch screen on some m...

Page 20: ...structions on the screen 5 Numeric keypad Use the numeric keypad to quickly input numbers 6 Fingerprint reader Fingerprint authentication technology provides the simple and secure user access by associating your fingerprint with passwords For more information see Using the fingerprint reader on page 56 ThinkPad pointing device 7 TrackPoint pointing device 8 Trackpad with buttons The keyboard conta...

Page 21: ... turned off and the computer is not connected to ac power do the following For Windows 7 Start the Power Manager program click the Global Power Settings tab and then follow the instructions on the screen For Windows 10 Start the Lenovo Companion program click Hardware Settings Always On USB and then follow the instructions on the screen to make your preferred setting For instructions on how to sta...

Page 22: ...nsure that the USB mark is facing upward Otherwise the connector might get damaged 3 Media card slot Insert your media card into this slot to read the data on the card For more information about using the media card see Using an ExpressCard a media card or a smart card on page 33 4 ExpressCard slot For information about using the ExpressCard slot see Using an ExpressCard a media card or a smart ca...

Page 23: ...ock slot to lock the computer to a stationary object Note You are responsible for evaluating selecting and implementing the locking device and security feature Lenovo makes no comments judgments or warranties about the function quality or performance of the locking device and security feature Chapter 1 Product overview 5 ...

Page 24: ... external display 3 HDMI connector HDMI connector is a digital audio and video interface that can connect a compatible digital audio device and video monitor such as a DVD player or an HDTV 4 Ethernet connector Connect the computer to a local area network LAN through the Ethernet connector DANGER To avoid the risk of electrical shock do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet connector You...

Page 25: ...ormation about replacing or installing the micro SIM card see Installing or replacing the micro SIM card on page 115 4 Fan louvers The fan louvers and the internal fan enable air to circulate in the computer to ensure proper cooling especially the cooling of the microprocessor Note To ensure proper airflow do not place any obstacles in front of the fan louvers 5 Docking station connector Connect t...

Page 26: ...ator is on the camera is in use 3 10 System status indicators The indicator in the ThinkPad logo on the computer lid and the indicator in the power button center show the system status of your computer Blinks for three times The computer is initially connected to the power On The computer is on in normal mode Off The computer is off or in hibernation mode Blinks fast The computer is entering sleep...

Page 27: ...his indicator is on you can input uppercase letters directly 9 ac power status indicator This indicator shows the ac power charging status of the computer Green connected to ac power charging 80 100 Amber connected to ac power charging 1 80 Off not connected to ac power no charging Important product information labels This section provides information to help you locate the following labels Machin...

Page 28: ...d IC certification number The FCC ID and IC Certification number label for the user installable wireless module is affixed to the wireless WAN module 1 available on some models installed in the computer Note For the user installable wireless module ensure that you use only Lenovo authorized wireless module for the computer Otherwise an error message will be displayed and the computer will beep whe...

Page 29: ...tion provided by Microsoft at https www microsoft com en us howtotell default aspx Unlike Windows 7 products there are no external visual indicators of the Product ID or Windows version for which the computer is licensed Instead the Product ID is recorded in the computer firmware Whenever a Windows 10 product is installed the installation program checks the computer firmware for a valid matching P...

Page 30: ...umeric keypad ThinkPad pointing device including TrackPoint pointing device and trackpad with buttons Connectors and slots ac power connector Audio connector Docking station connector Ethernet connector ExpressCard slot Four USB 3 0 connectors including one Always On USB 3 0 connector HDMI connector Media card slot Micro SIM card slot inside the battery compartment Mini DisplayPort connector Optic...

Page 31: ...c power adapter 100 to 240 V ac 50 to 60 Hz Operating environment Maximum altitude without pressurization 3048 m 10 000 ft Temperature At altitudes up to 2438 m 8000 ft Operating 5 C to 35 C 41 F to 95 F Storage 5 C to 43 C 41 F to 109 F At altitudes above 2438 m 8000 ft Maximum temperature when operating under the unpressurized condition 31 3 C 88 F Note When you charge the battery its temperatur...

Page 32: ...te a program by the program name 2 If the program is not displayed on the Start menu on Windows 7 click All programs to display all programs 3 If you still do not find the program in the program list search for the program in the search box Note If you are using the Windows 7 operating system some Lenovo programs are ready to be installed You cannot find these programs through the above methods un...

Page 33: ...ns Utility Windows 7 The Communications Utility program enables you to configure settings for the integrated camera and audio devices Fingerprint Manager Pro Lenovo Fingerprint Manager Lenovo Touch Fingerprint Software or Touch Fingerprint Manager Windows 7 If your computer comes with a fingerprint reader the Fingerprint Manager Pro program Lenovo Fingerprint Manager program or Touch Fingerprint M...

Page 34: ...es to inform you about important notices from Lenovo such as alerts on system updates and alerts on conditions that require your attention Password Manager Windows 7 The Password Manager program automatically captures and fills in authentication information for Windows programs and Web sites Power Manager Windows 7 The Power Manager program provides convenient flexible and complete power managemen...

Page 35: ...en to register your computer Frequently asked questions This topic provides a few tips that help you optimize the use of your ThinkPad notebook computers To ensure the best computer performance go to the following Web page to find information such as aids for troubleshooting and answers to frequently asked questions http www lenovo com support faq Can I get my user guide in another language To dow...

Page 36: ...c software See Diagnosing problems on page 87 Check for recovery solutions in Chapter 9 Recovery information on page 105 Print the following sections and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this online user guide when necessary Installing a new operating system on page 61 Computer stops responding on page 88 Power problems on page 100 Getting help about the Windows operat...

Page 37: ...em to the location you want Mouse action Click hold and drag an item Function Move an object Touch Move two fingers closer together Mouse action Press the Ctrl key while scrolling the mouse wheel backward Function Zoom out Touch Move two fingers farther apart Mouse action Press the Ctrl key while scrolling the mouse wheel forward Function Zoom in Touch Put two or more fingers on an item and then r...

Page 38: ...top edge of the screen click and hold move the pointer to the bottom of the screen and then release Function Close the current app Note The gesture is supported only on the Windows 10 operating system Tips on using the multi touch screen The multi touch screen is a glass panel covered with a plastic film Do not apply pressure or place any metallic object on the screen which might damage the touch ...

Page 39: ...f To initiate the special function printed as an icon on each key press the function key directly To input F1 F12 press the Fn key and the corresponding function key Mutes or unmutes the speakers When the speakers are muted the speaker mute indicator turns on If you mute the sound and turn off your computer the sound will remain muted when you turn on your computer again To turn on the sound press...

Page 40: ...as the SysRq key 3 Windows logo key Press the Windows logo key to open the Start menu For information about using the Windows logo key with other keys refer to the help information system of the Windows operating system Using the ThinkPad pointing device This section provides information about using the ThinkPad pointing device ThinkPad pointing device overview The ThinkPad pointing device enables...

Page 41: ...ce The TrackPoint pointing device enables you to perform all the functions of a traditional mouse such as pointing clicking and scrolling The TrackPoint pointing device consists of the following components 1 Pointing stick 2 Left click button primary click button 3 Right click button secondary click button 4 Scroll bar To use the TrackPoint pointing device see the following instructions Chapter 2 ...

Page 42: ...t menu Scroll Press and hold the dotted scroll bar 4 while applying pressure to the pointing stick in the vertical or horizontal direction Then you can scroll through the document Web site or apps Using the trackpad with buttons The trackpad with buttons consists of the following components 1 Trackpad 2 Right click button secondary click button 3 Middle click button 4 Left click button primary cli...

Page 43: ...wo fingers to display a shortcut menu Two finger scroll Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them in the vertical or horizontal direction This action enables you to scroll through the document Web site or apps Two finger zoom out Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them closer together to zoom out Two finger zoom in Put two fingers on the trackpad and move them farther apart to zoom in Sw...

Page 44: ...bout how to use ac power and battery power to achieve the best balance between performance and power management Using the ac power adapter The power to run your computer can come either from the battery or from ac power While you use ac power the battery charges automatically Your computer comes with an ac power adapter and a power cord ac power adapter Converts ac power for notebook computer use ...

Page 45: ...a battery charge lasts There are two main factors How much energy is stored in the battery when you begin to work The way you use your computer for example How often you access the storage drive How bright you make the computer display How often you use the wireless feature Enabling the battery alarm on the Windows 7 operating system For the Windows 7 operating system you can configure your comput...

Page 46: ...nce and power saving adjust your power plan settings To adjust power plan settings do the following 1 Go to Control Panel and then change the view of Control Panel from Category to Large icons or Small icons 2 Click Power Options 3 Follow the instructions on the screen For more information see the Windows help information system Power saving modes There are several modes that you can use at any ti...

Page 47: ...ler If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation type the password or provide confirmation 4 From the left pane select the task folder for which you want to enable the wake up function The scheduled tasks are displayed 5 Click a scheduled task and then click the Conditions tab 6 Under Power select Wake the computer to run this task Wireless off When you are not using the wirel...

Page 48: ...de required information if needed The computer automatically connects to an available wireless network when the location changes For more information refer to the Windows help information system Tips for using the wireless LAN feature To achieve the best connection use the following guidelines Place your computer so that there are as few obstacles as possible between the wireless LAN access point ...

Page 49: ...Checking the wireless WAN connection status You can check the wireless WAN connection status through the wireless network connection status icon in the Windows notification area The more bars encompassed the better the signal is For the Windows 7 operating system you also can check the wireless WAN connection status through the Access Connections gauge in the Windows notification area No signal We...

Page 50: ... attached to the connectors on your computer or the docking station are supported Table 1 Audio feature list Connector Headset with a 3 5 mm 0 14 inch 4 pole plug Conventional headphone Conventional microphone Audio connector Headphone and microphone functions supported Headphone function supported Not supported Using the camera If your computer has a camera you can use the camera to preview your ...

Page 51: ... do the following For Windows 7 Open the Start menu click All Programs X Rite PANTONE Color Calibrator and then follow the instructions on the screen For Windows 10 Open the Start menu click X Rite PANTONE Color Calibrator and then follow the instructions on the screen When the color sensor is in use the color sensor indicator on the computer outer lid blinks twice at regular intervals When the co...

Page 52: ... 0 03 inch Do not insert smart cards with slits into your computer Otherwise the smart card reader might get damaged Installing an ExpressCard a media card or a smart card To install the card do the following Attention Before you start installing a card touch a metal table or a grounded metal object This action reduces any static electricity from your body The static electricity could damage the c...

Page 53: ...remove to stop the card 3 Press the card to eject it from your computer 4 Remove the card and store it safely for future use Note After you eject the card from the operating system the card can no longer be accessed To access the card you must remove it first and then insert it again Using an external display You can use an external display such as a projector or a monitor to give presentations or...

Page 54: ...er to the Windows help information system Choosing a display mode You can display your desktop and apps on the computer display the external display or both To choose how to display the video output press the display mode switching key and then select a display mode you prefer There are four display modes Disconnect Displays the video output only on your computer screen Note Depending on the situa...

Page 55: ...s Be careful about the seat in front of you on airplanes Angle your computer display so that it does not get caught when the person in front of you leans back When taking off remember to turn off your computer or put it into hibernation mode If you intend to use your computer or wireless services such as Internet and Bluetooth check with the airline for restrictions and availability of services be...

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Page 57: ...h the ThinkPad Pen Pro referred to as the pen in this section The pen enables you to write and draw in a nature manner This section introduces the basic use of the pen For more information refer to the documentation of the pen Use the pen instead of your finger in conditions such as the following You need precise and detailed input such as drawing a picture or using the handwriting mode Too many e...

Page 58: ...s and hold the eraser button and drag the tip across the area you want to erase 4 Pen tip To click tap on the screen with the tip To double click tap twice Installing a battery to power the pen Depending on the model your pen might not be installed with a battery To install an AAAA alkaline battery do the following 1 Unscrew the end cap 2 Insert an AAAA alkaline battery into the battery compartmen...

Page 59: ...king station properly 4 Eject button Press the eject button to eject the computer from the docking station 5 Docking station connector Connect the docking station to the computer 6 Adjuster Use the adjuster as a guide to align your computer with the docking station 7 System lock Use the system lock to lock or unlock the eject button When the system lock is in the locked position the eject button i...

Page 60: ...display to the DVI connector on the docking station and then connect the display to an electrical outlet 4 Turn on the DVI display 5 Turn on the computer Note Turn on the DVI display before you turn on the computer Otherwise the system cannot recognize the display 9 Audio connector Connect headphones or a headset with a 3 5 mm 0 14 inch 4 pole plug 10 Security lock slot To protect your docking sta...

Page 61: ...tach the computer to the docking station but do not connect the docking station to ac power your computer consumes battery power Detaching the docking station from your computer Attention When the computer is attached to a docking station do not pick up the assembly by taking hold of the computer only Always hold the whole assembly Otherwise the docking station might drop down To detach the dockin...

Page 62: ...3 Press the eject button to eject the computer 1 and then grasp both sides of the computer to remove it 2 44 P70 User Guide ...

Page 63: ...xternal displays to the docking station Do not use the connectors as shown in the following illustrations at the same time for connecting multiple displays Otherwise one of the displays will not work Chapter 3 Enhancing your computer 45 ...

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Page 65: ...ticky Keys Num Lock for five seconds Turn on or turn off Toggle Keys Left Alt Left Shift Num Lock Turn on or turn off Mouse Keys Left Alt Left Shift PrtScn or PrtSc Turn on or turn off High Contrast For more information go to https windows microsoft com and then search using any of the following keywords keyboard shortcuts key combinations shortcut keys Ease of Access Center Ease of Access Center ...

Page 66: ...us click objects on the screen dictate text into documents and write and send e mails Everything you do with the keyboard and mouse can be done with only your voice To use Speech Recognition do the following 1 Go to Control Panel and ensure that you view Control Panel by Category 2 Click Ease of Access Speech Recognition 3 Follow the instructions on the screen Screen reader technologies Screen rea...

Page 67: ...andard connectors Your computer provides industry standard connectors that enable you to connect assistive devices Documentation in accessible formats Lenovo provides electronic documentation in accessible formats such as properly tagged PDF files or HyperText Markup Language HTML files Lenovo electronic documentation is developed to ensure that visually impaired users can read the documentation t...

Page 68: ...ng It might not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices when you are using your computer while on the move or in a casual setting Regardless of the setting try to observe as many of the tips as possible Sitting properly and using adequate lighting for example helps you maintain desirable levels of comfort and performance If your work area is not in an office setting ensure to take spec...

Page 69: ...id directly exposing your computer and peripherals to the air from an appliance that can produce negative ions Wherever possible ground your computer to facilitate safe electrostatic discharge Cleaning your computer It is a good practice to clean your computer periodically to protect the surfaces and ensure trouble free operation Cleaning the computer cover Wipe it with a lint free cloth dampened ...

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Page 71: ...ect password to start using the computer When this icon is displayed type a power on password or a supervisor password Supervisor password The supervisor password protects the system information stored in the ThinkPad Setup program It provides the following security features If only a supervisor password is set a password prompt is displayed when you try to start the ThinkPad Setup program Unautho...

Page 72: ... your password and store it in a safe place If you forget the user hard disk password or both user and master hard disk passwords Lenovo cannot reset your passwords or recover data from the storage drive You must take your computer to a Lenovo reseller or a marketing representative to have the storage drive replaced Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service Note...

Page 73: ... encrypt all user and system files including the swap and hibernation files BitLocker uses the TPM to provide enhanced protection for your data and to ensure early boot component integrity A compatible TPM is defined as a V1 2 TPM Windows 7 32 bit or V2 0 TPM Windows 7 64 bit and Windows 10 To check the BitLocker status go to Control Panel view Control Panel by Category and click System and Securi...

Page 74: ...y and securely To enable fingerprint authentication enroll your fingerprints first During the enrollment the fingerprints are associated with the Windows password automatically To associate your fingerprints with your power on password and hard disk password manually create a connection Enrolling your fingerprints It is recommended that you enroll more than one fingerprint in case of any injuries ...

Page 75: ... the following 1 Turn off and then turn on the computer 2 When prompted scan your finger on the fingerprint reader 3 Enter your power on password hard disk password or both as required The connection is created When you start the computer again you can use your fingerprints to log in to the computer with no need to enter your Windows password power on password and hard disk password Attention If y...

Page 76: ...n either the internal or external fingerprint reader To change the settings in the ThinkPad Setup program see Using the ThinkPad pointing device on page 22 Maintaining the fingerprint reader The following actions could damage the fingerprint reader or cause it not to work correctly Scratching the surface of the reader with a hard pointed object Scraping the surface of the reader with your fingerna...

Page 77: ...magnetic power thus making the data unreadable But it is recommended that you use the software payware or service pay service developed for that purpose The process might take several hours For disposing of data on the solid state drive Lenovo provides the Drive Erase Utility for Resetting the Cryptographic Key and Erasing the Solid State Drive tool Some computers might support a Disk Encryption h...

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Page 79: ... that contains the operating system installation program for example USB HDD Then press Esc 6 Select Startup UEFI Legacy Boot Then do one of the following To install the Windows 7 32 bit operating system select Legacy Only or Both To install the Windows 7 64 bit operating system in Legacy mode select Legacy Only To install the Windows 7 64 bit operating system in UEFI mode select UEFI Only Note Fo...

Page 80: ...rage drive including the data that were stored in a hidden folder To install the Windows 10 operating system do the following 1 Ensure that you set the security chip to TPM 2 0 For more information see Setting the security chip on page 55 2 Connect the drive that contains the operating system installation program to the computer 3 Start the ThinkPad Setup program See Using the ThinkPad Setup progr...

Page 81: ...t or when you added a component This action might eliminate the driver as the potential cause of a problem Getting the latest drivers from the Web site You can download and install updated device drivers from the Lenovo Support Web site by doing the following 1 Go to http www lenovo com support 2 Select the entry for your computer and then follow the instructions on the screen to download and inst...

Page 82: ...e BIOS Configuring ThinkPad Setup The ThinkPad Setup program menu lists various items about system configuration Attention The default configurations are already optimized for you Improper change of the configurations might cause unexpected results To configure ThinkPad Setup do the following 1 Restart the computer When the logo screen is displayed press F1 The ThinkPad Setup program starts Note I...

Page 83: ...r 2 Turn on the computer When the logo screen is displayed press the F12 key 3 Select the device that you want the computer to start from Then press Enter Note The Boot menu will be displayed if the computer cannot start from any devices or the operating system cannot be found Updating the UEFI BIOS The UEFI BIOS is the first program that the computer runs when the computer is turned on The UEFI B...

Page 84: ... number Asset Tag CPU Type CPU Speed Installed Memory UUID MAC Address Internal LAN Preinstalled operating system license UEFI Secure Boot OA3 ID OA2 Config menu To change the configuration of your computer select the Config tab from the ThinkPad Setup menu The following table lists the Config menu items Default values are in boldface The menu items might change without notice Depending on the mod...

Page 85: ...irst Disabled Enabled Load the Ethernet LAN Option ROM to enable startup from an integrated network device UEFI IPv4 Network Stack for UEFI Only boot mode or Both with UEFI first Disabled Enabled Enable or disable Internet Protocol Version 4 IPv4 network stack for UEFI environment UEFI IPv6 Network Stack for UEFI Only boot mode or Both with UEFI first Disabled Enabled Enable or disable Internet Pr...

Page 86: ...e charged through USB connectors even when system is in hibernation or power off mode and in battery mode Keyboard Mouse TrackPoint Disabled Enabled Enable or disable the built in TrackPoint pointing device Note If you want to use an external mouse select Disabled Trackpad Disabled Enabled Enable or disable the built in trackpad Note If you want to use an external mouse select Disabled Fn and Ctrl...

Page 87: ...t to pressing the required key simultaneously with the Fn key When you press the Fn key twice the state is locked until you press the Fn key again Display Boot Display Device ThinkPad LCD Analog VGA Digital on ThinkPad Display on dock Select the display device that is to be activated at boot time This selection is effective for boot time password prompt and ThinkPad Setup Digital on ThinkPad is th...

Page 88: ...r Intel SpeedStep technology Intel SpeedStep mounted models only Disabled Enabled Mode for AC Maximum Performance Battery Optimized Mode for Battery Maximum Performance Battery Optimized Select the mode of Intel SpeedStep technology at runtime Maximum Performance Always highest speed Battery Optimized Always lowest speed Disabled No runtime support highest speed Adaptive Thermal Management Scheme ...

Page 89: ...hen the ac power adapter is attached If you select Enabled the system is powered on when the ac power adapter is attached When the system is in hibernate state the system resumes If you select Disabled the system is not powered on nor resumed when the ac power adapter is attached Beep and Alarm Password Beep Disabled Enabled Enable this option to have a beep sound when the system is waiting for a ...

Page 90: ... 2GB Each Thunderbolt connector supports connection of six devices at maximum Do not select this option for image installation and recovery CPU Core Multi Processing Enabled Disabled Enable This selection enables additional execution core units within a CPU Disable This selection enables only one execution core unit within a CPU Intel R Hyper Threading Technology Enabled Disabled Enable This selec...

Page 91: ...n self test POST CIRA Timeout 0 255 Note The default value is 60 seconds Set the timeout option for CIRA connection to be established Selectable second values are from 1 to 254 If you select 0 use 60 seconds as the default timeout value If you select 255 the waiting time for establishing a connection is unlimited Console Type PC ANSI VT100 PC ANSI VT UTF8 Select the console type for AMT Note This ...

Page 92: ...no password prompt is displayed the computer goes ahead and loads the operating system To prevent unauthorized access set the user authentication on the operating system Password at Restart Disabled Enabled If you select and enable Password at restart a password prompt is displayed when you restart the computer If you select Disabled no password prompt is displayed the computer goes ahead and load...

Page 93: ...bled Enabled Enable or disable password authentication This item is displayed only if you have selected High for the Security Mode option Reset Fingerprint Data Enter This option is used to erase all fingerprint data stored in the fingerprint reader and reset settings to the factory state As a result any power on security features previously enabled will not be able to work until they are re enabl...

Page 94: ...n This is set to disabled when Intel PTT is enabled Physical Presence for Provisioning Disabled Enabled This option enables or disables the confirmation message when you change the settings of the security chip Physical Presence for Clear Disabled Enabled This option enables or disables the confirmation message when you clear the security chip UEFI BIOS Update Option Flash BIOS Updating by End Use...

Page 95: ...e models Memory Card Slot Disabled Enabled If you select Enabled you can use the memory slots Smart Card Slot Disabled Enabled If you select Enabled you can use the smart card slot Integrated Camera Disabled Enabled If you select Enabled you can use the integrated camera Microphone Disabled Enabled If you select Enabled you can use the microphones internal external or line in Fingerprint Reader Di...

Page 96: ... Mode Setup Mode User Mode Specify the system operating mode Secure Boot Mode Standard Mode Custom Mode Specify the Secure Boot mode Reset to Setup Mode This option is used to clear the current platform key and put the system into Setup Mode You can install your own platform key and customize the Secure Boot signature databases in Setup Mode Secure Boot mode will be set to Custom Mode Restore Fact...

Page 97: ...ns are configurable and you can choose any boot options to start the computer Startup menu To change the startup settings of your computer select the Startup tab from the ThinkPad Setup menu The following table lists the Startup menu items Default values are in boldface The menu items might change without notice Depending on the model the default value might vary Note Some items are displayed on t...

Page 98: ...e You also can enter Diagnostic mode by pressing Esc during the POST Option Key Display Disabled Enabled If you select Disabled the To interrupt normal startup press Enter message is not displayed during the POST Boot Device List F12 Option Disabled Enabled If you select Enabled the F12 key is recognized and the Boot Menu window is displayed Boot Order Lock Disabled Enabled If you select Enabled t...

Page 99: ...computer more manageable by enabling the computer to start from a server Your computer supports the personal computer functions that PXE requires For example with the appropriate LAN card your computer can be started from the PXE server Note The Remote Initial Program Load RIPL or RPL function cannot be used with your computer Wake on LAN The network administrator can turn on a computer from a man...

Page 100: ... Network Boot sequence When the computer wakes on LAN the computer boots from the device as specified on the Network Boot menu and then follow the boot order list on the Boot menu To define a Network Boot sequence do the following 1 Start the ThinkPad Setup program See Using the ThinkPad Setup program on page 64 2 Select Startup Network Boot The boot device list is displayed 3 Select a boot device...

Page 101: ...s Your computer supports the following internal storage drives 2 5 inch form factor 7 mm 0 28 inch height hard disk drive M 2 Serial Advanced Technology Attachment SATA solid state drive available on some models M 2 Non Volatile Memory Express NVMe solid state drive available on some models Note Ensure that your computer has two identical storage drives installed two hard disk drives M 2 SATA soli...

Page 102: ...r the Intel RST configuration utility Create RAID Volume This option is used to create a RAID volume If no internal storage drives can be used this option is not available RAID Volumes This option is used to confirm the information of the created RAID volumes Non RAID Physical Disks This option is used to confirm the information of all non RAID drives Press the up and down arrow keys to select an ...

Page 103: ...arrow keys to select the volume that you want to delete under RAID Volumes Press Enter to open the RAID VOLUME INFO window 3 Select Delete and press Enter to delete it from the RAID Volumes list 4 When prompted select Yes to confirm the deletion of the selected RAID volume After you delete the RAID volume the Intel R Rapid Storage Technology window is displayed Member drives of the deleted volume ...

Page 104: ...lity on page 84 2 Press the up and down arrow keys to select the volume that you want to rebuild under RAID Volumes Press Enter to open the RAID VOLUME INFO window 3 Select Rebuild and press Enter to open the Rebuild Volume window 4 Select the drive that you want to rebuild and press Enter to initiate the rebuild process After you initiate the rebuild process the Intel R Rapid Storage Technology w...

Page 105: ...es Keep a log book Entries might include major hardware or software changes driver updates minor issues you have experienced and how you resolved the minor issues If you ever need to run a recovery on your computer to return the preinstalled contents onto the machine the following tips might help along the way 1 Remove all external devices such as the printer and keyboard 2 Ensure that your batter...

Page 106: ... at https shop lenovo com us en accessories software apps lenovo apps companion Note If you are unable to isolate and repair the problem yourself after running Lenovo Companion save and print the log files created by the program You need the log files when you speak to a Lenovo technical support representative Lenovo Companion supports the hardware scan function It combines diagnostic tests system...

Page 107: ... Customer Support Center for assistance 4 While the computer is off remove all sources of power and external hardware Remove any non original memory module added to your computer After removing the extra memory module and reinstalling the original memory module repeat step 2 If the computer still does not turn on consult the user manual for other customer replaceable components that are attached t...

Page 108: ...word and try again To clear the error enter ThinkPad Setup Message 0270 Real Time Clock Error Solution System Real Time Clock is not functional Have the computer serviced Message 0271 Check Date and Time settings Solution Neither the date nor the time is set in the computer Enter ThinkPad Setup and set the date and time Message 1802 Unauthorized network card is plugged in Power off and remove the ...

Page 109: ...elects No all data is kept but the operating system or applications will not be able to create modify or delete data in the storage If this error happens at a service center Lenovo authorized service personnel will clean up the non volatile system UEFI variable storage using the above solution Beep errors Table 5 Beep errors Beeps Solution One short beep pause three short beeps pause three more sh...

Page 110: ...ce driver To install the correct driver do the following 1 Go to Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound Device Manager If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation type the password or provide confirmation 2 If the exclamation mark is displayed next to the adapter name under Network adapters you might not be using the correct driver or the driver might have been disabled T...

Page 111: ...stem check the Network Name SSID and your encryption information Use the Access Connections program to verify this case sensitive information A wireless WAN problem Problem A message is displayed indicating that an unauthorized WAN card is installed Solution The WAN card is not supported on this computer Remove the WAN card Note Some models do not have a wireless WAN card Bluetooth problems Note C...

Page 112: ...e changes Problem The TrackPoint pointing device or trackpad does not work Solution Ensure that the TrackPoint pointing device or trackpad is enabled in the Mouse Properties window Keyboard problems Problem All or some keys on the keyboard do not work Solution If an external numeric keypad is connected 1 Turn off the computer 2 Remove the external numeric keypad 3 Turn on the computer and try usin...

Page 113: ...s level of the screen is appropriately set If a power on password is set press any key to display the prompt for the power on password and then type the correct password and press Enter If these items are correctly set and the screen remains blank have the computer serviced Problem When I turn on the computer only a white cursor is displayed on a blank screen Solution If you have modified a partit...

Page 114: ...heck the monitor information to make sure that the monitor type is correct If it is click OK to close the window otherwise proceed with the following steps 5 If more than two monitor types are displayed select Generic PnP Monitor or Generic Non PnP Monitor 6 Click Properties If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation type the password or provide confirmation 7 Click the Driv...

Page 115: ...monitor screen will be blank or distorted Problem You cannot set a higher resolution than the present one on your external monitor Solution Make sure that the monitor information is correct If necessary update the monitor driver Problem The screen is unreadable or distorted Solution Make sure that The monitor information is correct and the appropriate monitor type is selected Refer to the solution...

Page 116: ...you have set go to the setup menu for the monitor itself and adjust the settings there Usually the external monitor has buttons for access to the setup menu For details see the documentation that comes with the monitor Audio problems Problem Wave or MIDI sound does not play correctly Solution Make sure that the built in audio device is configured correctly 1 Go to Control Panel 2 Click Hardware an...

Page 117: ...ed to it If you want to listen to sound from the speakers again be sure to set those speakers as the default device For details refer to the help information system for Realtek HD Audio Manager Fingerprint reader problems Problem The surface of the reader is dirty stained or wet Solution Gently clean the surface of the reader with a dry soft lint free cloth Problem The reader often fails to enroll...

Page 118: ...wer adapter and remove the removable battery 3 Reinstall the battery and reconnect the ac power adapter and then turn on the computer 4 If the power adapter icon still is not displayed in the Windows notification area have the ac power adapter and your computer serviced Power problems Print these instructions now and keep it with your computer for reference later If your computer is getting no pow...

Page 119: ... replace the battery with a charged one Problem The computer display remains blank after you press Fn to return from sleep mode Solution Check whether an external monitor was disconnected or turned off while the computer was in sleep mode If you disconnected or turned off the external monitor connect it or turn it on before resuming the computer from the sleep mode When resuming the computer from ...

Page 120: ...k drive does not work Solution On the Startup menu of ThinkPad Setup make sure that the hard disk drive is on the Boot priority order list If it is on the Excluded from boot order list it is disabled Select the entry for it on the list and press Shift 1 to move it back to the Boot priority order list Problem After setting a hard disk password on the hard disk drive of the computer you moved the dr...

Page 121: ...pen the Device Manager window Make sure that the USB device setup is correct and that the assignment of computer resource and the installation of the device driver are correct To open the Device Manager window go to Control Panel and click Hardware and Sound Device Manager If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation type the password or provide confirmation Refer to Diagnosin...

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Page 123: ...or a list of the Lenovo Support phone numbers for your country or region go to http www lenovo com support phone The data on the recovery media can be used only for the following purposes Reinstalling the programs and device drivers on your computer Reinstalling the operating system Modifying the data files on the hard disk drive using the additional files Creating recovery media To create recover...

Page 124: ...n a protected area of your storage drive On an attached external USB hard disk drive On a network drive On recordable discs a recordable optical drive is required for this option After you have backed up the contents on the storage drive you can restore the complete contents of the storage drive restore only the selected files or restore only the Windows operating system and applications Performin...

Page 125: ...gs even if you cannot start the Windows operating system Attention If you restore the storage drive from a Rescue and Recovery backup or restore the storage drive to the factory default settings all files on the primary 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 Windows operating system you can use the...

Page 126: ...scue medium Using a rescue medium This section provides instructions on how to use the rescue medium you have created 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 Boot Menu window opens release the F12 key 3 In the Boot Menu window se...

Page 127: ... the device subfolder contains an INF file right click the INF file and select Install Then follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation If you need updated device drivers for your computer download and install them from the Lenovo Support Web site at http www lenovo com support Solving recovery problems If you are unable to access the Rescue and Recovery workspace or the Win...

Page 128: ...To use advanced startup options do the following Note The items in the graphical user interface GUI might change without notice 1 Open the Start menu and then click Settings Update security Recovery 2 In the Advanced startup section click Restart now Troubleshoot Advanced options 3 Select a startup option you want and then follow the instructions on the screen Recovering your operating system if W...

Page 129: ...askbar Then click Create a recovery drive 3 Click Yes in the User Account Control window to allow the Recovery Media Creator program to start 4 In the Recovery Drive window follow the instructions on the screen to create a recovery USB drive Using the recovery USB drive If you cannot start your computer refer to the corresponding information in the topic Troubleshooting on page 88 to try to solve ...

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Page 131: ...Touch the static protective package that contains the part to other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds When possible remove the static sensitive part from the static protective package and install the part without setting it down When this is not possible place the static protective package on a smooth level surface and place the part on the package Do not place the p...

Page 132: ...t Do not drop crush puncture or subject to strong forces Battery abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat which can cause gasses or flame to vent from the battery To replace the removable battery do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Unlock the battery latch 1 The battery ejects i...

Page 133: ... plastic card with an Integrated Circuit IC chip mounted on one side of the card To install or replace the micro SIM card do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Remove the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 3 Gently push the micro SIM card to eject it 1 and then sl...

Page 134: ...Important safety information on page v To replace the bottom cover do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Remove the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 3 Loosen the screws that secure the bottom cover 4 Slightly lift the left side of the bottom cover with your fing...

Page 135: ...ttom cover 7 Install the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 8 Turn the computer over Connect the ac power adapter and all cables to the computer Replacing the optical drive Before you start print these instructions Read the important safety information first See Important safety information on page v Chapter 10 Replacing devices 117 ...

Page 136: ... drive out of the computer 2 5 Insert a new optical drive 1 and then secure the screw 2 6 Install the bottom cover See Replacing the bottom cover on page 116 7 Install the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 8 Turn the computer over Connect the ac power adapter and all cables to the computer Replacing the wireless WAN card The following information is only for user in...

Page 137: ...ee Replacing the removable battery on page 113 3 Remove the bottom cover See Replacing the bottom cover on page 116 4 If a tool is provided with the new wireless WAN card to help you disconnect cables use the tool to disconnect the cables from the wireless WAN card Otherwise hold the cable connector with your fingers and gently disconnect the cables from the wireless WAN card Note A Mylar film mig...

Page 138: ... WAN card with the key in the slot Then carefully insert the new wireless WAN card into the slot at an angle of about 20 degrees Pivot the wireless WAN card downward 8 Install the screw to secure the wireless WAN card in place 120 P70 User Guide ...

Page 139: ...tions Read the important safety information first See Important safety information on page v Attention The M 2 solid state drive is sensitive Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data Observe the following guidelines Replace the M 2 solid state drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired The connectors and slot of the M 2 solid state drive are not designed for frequent ch...

Page 140: ...lot label on computer Corresponding menu selection in ThinkPad Setup a Slot 1 ATA HDD3 or NVMe1 b Slot 0 ATA HDD2 or NVMe0 To replace the M 2 solid state drive do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Remove the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 3 Remove the bottom ...

Page 141: ...lot 6 Align the contact edge of the new M 2 solid state drive with the key in the slot Then carefully insert the M 2 solid state drive into the slot at an angle of about 20 degrees 1 Pivot the M 2 solid state drive downward 2 Chapter 10 Replacing devices 123 ...

Page 142: ...e you start print these instructions Read the important safety information first See Important safety information on page v Removing the keyboard To remove the keyboard do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Remove the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 3 Remove th...

Page 143: ...lease the latches from the keyboard bezel Lift the keyboard slightly as shown by arrow 2 6 Put the keyboard on the palm rest as shown and detach the connectors Remove the keyboard Installing the new keyboard To install the new keyboard do the following 1 Attach the connectors as shown Chapter 10 Replacing devices 125 ...

Page 144: ...hat the front edge of the keyboard the edge that is close to the display is under the keyboard bezel 3 Slide the keyboard in the direction as shown by the arrows Ensure that the latches are secured under the keyboard frame 126 P70 User Guide ...

Page 145: ...e 116 6 Install the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 7 Turn the computer over Connect the ac power adapter and all cables to the computer Replacing the coin cell battery Before you start print these instructions Read the important safety information first See Important safety information on page v Chapter 10 Replacing devices 127 ...

Page 146: ... abuse or mishandling can cause the battery to overheat which can cause gasses or flame to vent from the battery or coin cell battery To replace the coin cell battery do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Remove the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 3 Remove the ...

Page 147: ...7 Install the new coin cell battery 1 and attach the connector 2 8 Install the shielding bracket 1 and secure the screw 2 Chapter 10 Replacing devices 129 ...

Page 148: ...nges or drive swapping Do not drop the hard disk drive or subject it to physical shocks Put the hard disk drive on a material such as soft cloth that absorbs any physical shocks Do not apply pressure to the cover of the hard disk drive Do not touch the connector Before removing the hard disk drive make a backup copy of all the information on it and then turn off the computer Never remove the hard ...

Page 149: ...n first See Important safety information on page v To replace the hard disk drive in the optical drive bay do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Remove the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 3 Remove the bottom cover See Replacing the bottom cover on page 116 4 Re...

Page 150: ...6 Take out the hard disk drive with bracket as shown 7 Install the hard disk drive with bracket into the hard disk drive adapter 8 Close the cover 132 P70 User Guide ...

Page 151: ...sk drive adapter 1 into the bay and then secure the screw 2 11 Install the bottom cover See Replacing the bottom cover on page 116 12 Install the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 Chapter 10 Replacing devices 133 ...

Page 152: ...ty from your body Static electricity could damage the memory module Do not touch the contact edge of the memory module Otherwise the memory module might get damaged To replace the memory module do the following 1 Disconnect the ac power from the computer and turn off the computer Close the computer display and turn the computer over 2 Remove the removable battery See Replacing the removable batter...

Page 153: ...In some conditions the memory module in your computer might not be able to operate at the maximum speed Attention Before you start touch a metal table or a grounded metal object This action reduces any static electricity from your body Static electricity could damage the memory module Do not touch the contact edge of the memory module Otherwise the memory module might get damaged To replace the me...

Page 154: ...ule into the memory slot at an angle of about 20 degrees 1 Pivot the memory module downward until it snaps into place 2 Ensure that the memory module is firmly installed in the memory slot and cannot be moved easily Note If you install only one memory module install it into the slot that is close to the display 136 P70 User Guide ...

Page 155: ...the keyboard on page 124 10 Install the bottom cover See Replacing the bottom cover on page 116 11 Install the removable battery See Replacing the removable battery on page 113 12 Turn the computer over Connect the ac power adapter and all cables to the computer Chapter 10 Replacing devices 137 ...

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Page 157: ...ing questions before you call for help Then you are able to get help as quickly as possible What is the problem Is it continuous or intermittent Is there an error message What is the error code if any What operating system are you using Which version Which software applications were running at the time of the problem Can the problem be reproduced If so how Recording system information The serial n...

Page 158: ...m is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service Engineering change management Occasionally there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold Lenovo or your reseller if authorized by Lenovo will make selected Engineering Changes ECs that apply to your hardware available The followi...

Page 159: ... at http www lenovo com support phone If the number for your country or region is not provided contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative Purchasing additional services During and after the warranty period you can purchase additional services Service availability and service name might vary by country or region For more information about these services go to http www3 lenovo c...

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Page 161: ... site or from your computer contact your local Lenovo office or reseller to obtain a printed version of the LLW Accessing the Ubuntu help system The Ubuntu help system provides information about how to use the Ubuntu operating system To access the help system from the Unity move your pointer to the Launch bar and then click the Help icon If you cannot find the Help icon from the Launch bar click t...

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Page 163: ...andard 802 11a b g 802 11n or 802 11ac on wireless LANs as defined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance Your Bluetooth card is compliant with Bluetooth Specification as defined by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group SIG It supports the following profiles Note Depending on the Bluetooth devi...

Page 164: ... and interpret the extensive research literature In some situations or environments the use of wireless devices might be restricted by the proprietor of a building or responsible representatives of an organization For example these situations and areas might include the following On board of airplanes in hospitals or near petrol stations blasting areas with electro explosive devices medical implan...

Page 165: ...o em caráter primário This equipment is a secondary type device that is it is not protected against harmful interference even if the interference is caused by a device of the same type and it also cannot cause any interference to primary type devices Mexico wireless radio compliance information Advertencia En Mexico la operación de este equipo estásujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones 1 es posib...

Page 166: ...uipment does cause 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 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from t...

Page 167: ...ther manufacturers This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B equipment according to European Standards harmonized in the Directives in compliance The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication devices German Class B compliance statement Deutschspr...

Page 168: ...tr 9 D 70563 Stuttgart Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs 1 4 Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55032 Klasse B Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement Japan compliance statement for products which connect to the power mains with rated current less than or equal to 20 A per phase Japan notice for ac power cord The ac power cord shipped with your product can b...

Page 169: ... 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...

Page 170: ... 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 to provide power to the computer clock while the computer is off or disconnected from the main power source If ...

Page 171: ...o 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...

Page 172: ... the user guide for your product For proper collection and treatment go to http www3 lenovo com us en social_responsibility environment Battery recycling information for Taiwan Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada Recycling information for China 154 P70 User Guide ...

Page 173: ...ment RoHS recast or RoHS 2 For more information about Lenovo worldwide compliance on RoHS go to http www lenovo com rohs communication Turkish RoHS The Lenovo product meets the requirements of the Republic of Turkey Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Ukraine RoHS India RoHS RoHS compliant as per E Waste Manageme...

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Page 175: ...Taiwan RoHS Appendix D Restriction of Hazardous Substances RoHS Directive 157 ...

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Page 177: ...novo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day to day operations To help in this endeavor Lenovo has preset the following power management features to take effect when the computer has been inactive for a specified length of time Power plan Default when plugged into ac power Turn off the display After 10 minutes Put the computer to sleep After 30 minutes To awaken...

Page 178: ...4 Click the Power Management tab 5 Clear the Allow this device to wake the computer check box 6 Click OK 160 P70 User Guide ...

Page 179: ...cation Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the application s described in this publication at any time without notice The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons The information contained in this document does not affect or change Lenovo...

Page 180: ...urce license including any Linux agreement s which may accompany software included with this product Lenovo may update this document at any time without notice To obtain the most up to date documentation for your computer go to http www lenovo com support 162 P70 User Guide ...

Page 181: ...n the U S and or other countries Microsoft Windows Direct3D BitLocker and Cortana are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies Mini DisplayPort mDP and DisplayPort are trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association Ubuntu is a registered trademark of Canonical Ltd The terms HDMI and HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing...

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