The Access Connections program is a connectivity assistant program for creating and managing location
proles. Each location prole stores all the network and Internet conguration settings needed for
connecting to a network infrastructure from a specic location such as a home or an ofce.
By switching between location proles as you move your computer from place to place, you can quickly
and easily connect to a network with no need to recongure your settings manually and restart the
computer each time.
• Active Protection System
The Active Protection System program protects your hard disk drive when the shock sensor inside your
computer detects a condition that could damage the drive, such as system tilt, excessive vibration, or
shock. The hard disk drive is less vulnerable to damage when it is not operating. This is because when
the hard disk drive is not operating, the system stops it from spinning, and might also move the read
and write heads of the drive to areas that do not contain data. As soon as the shock sensor senses
that the environment is stable again (minimal change in system tilt, vibration, or shock), it turns the
hard disk drive on.
• Client Security Solution
The Client Security Solution program protects your computer by securing client data and deecting
security breach attempts. It also can help manage your passwords, recover a forgotten password,
monitor security settings on your computer, and suggest how to enhance your computer security.
• Communications Utility
Use the Communications Utility program to congure settings for the integrated camera and audio devices.
• Fingerprint Software
If your system comes with a ngerprint reader, the Fingerprint Software program enables you to enroll
your ngerprint and associate it with your Windows password. As a result, the ngerprint authentication
can replace your password and enable simple and secure user access.
• Lenovo Companion
Through the Lenovo Companion program, you can get the information about the accessories for your
computer, view bolgs and articles about your computer, and check for other recommended programs.
• Lenovo Mobile Access
The Lenovo Mobile Access program enables you to manage your mobile broadband connection. You
can create an account, add money to the account, and purchase mobile broadband sessions using
your account.
• Lenovo QuickSnip
The Lenovo QuickSnip program provides you with a quick and easy way to capture and share your
experience. It enables you to grab a screenshot, snip and save the screenshot, and use it in other
applications.
• Lenovo Settings
Use the Lenovo Settings program to enhance your computing experience by turning your computer into
a portable hotspot, conguring camera and microphone settings, optimizing your power settings, and
creating and managing multiple network proles.
• Lenovo Solution
The Lenovo Solution 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 QuickLaunch
The Lenovo QuickLaunch program provides you with quick access to programs installed on your
computer, including Lenovo programs, Microsoft
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programs, and other third party programs.
• Lenovo Support
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