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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/ThinkCentreUserGuides
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 71.
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 109. 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 I nd help about the Windows operating system?
The Windows Help and Support information system provides you 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, click Start ➙ Help and Support.
Using the keyboard
Depending on your model, your computer comes with either a standard keyboard or a ngerprint reader
keyboard. The Microsoft Windows shortcut keys are provided on both keyboard types.
This section provides information about the following topics:
• “Using Windows shortcut keys” on page 19
• “Using the blue ThinkVantage button” on page 20
• “Using a ngerprint reader” on page 20
Using Windows shortcut keys
Both the standard keyboard and the ngerprint reader keyboard provide three keys you can use with your
Microsoft Windows operating system.
• The two Start menu keys are located beside the Alt key on either side of the spacebar. They feature the
Windows logo. When you press either, the Windows Start menu opens. The style of the Windows logo
varies depending on the keyboard type.
• 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.
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