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SimpleTap
The SimpleTap program provides you with a quick way to customize some basic computer settings such as
muting the speakers, adjusting the volume, locking the computer operating system, launching a program,
opening a Web page, opening a le, and so on.
To start the SimpleTap program, do any of the following:
• Click the SimpleTap icon on the desktop.
• Double-tap on the touch pad using two ngers.
• Press the blue ThinkVantage button.
Note: The SimpleTap program is only available on certain models preinstalled with the Windows 7 operating
system. If your Windows 7 model is not preinstalled with the SimpleTap program, you can download it
from http://support.lenovo.com.
System Update
The System Update program helps you keep the software on your computer up-to-date by downloading and
installing software packages (ThinkVantage applications, device drivers, UEFI BIOS updates, and other third
party applications). Some examples of software that you should keep updated are programs provided by
Lenovo, such as the Rescue and Recovery program.
To open the System Update, do the following:
• For Windows 7: See “Accessing applications in Windows 7” on page 19
.
• For Windows Vista and Windows XP: Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ System Update.
ThinkVantage GPS
If the PCI Express Mini Card installed in your computer supports GPS, your computer can receive signals
from GPS satellites and determine its location. If your computer is connected to the Internet, you can nd
your location on a real-time map provided by Google Maps or Microsoft Bing™ Maps.
To open ThinkVantage GPS, do the following:
• For Windows 7: See “Accessing applications in Windows 7” on page 19.
• For Windows Vista and Windows XP: Click Start ➙ All Programs ➙ ThinkVantage ➙ ThinkVantage GPS.
ThinkVantage Productivity Center
The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program provides an integrated user interface to help you set up,
understand, and enhance your computer. It enables you to access other ThinkVantage Technologies, view
messages from Lenovo, and perform the most frequently used tasks such as device conguration, wireless
network conguration, and computer management and maintenance.
To open the ThinkVantage Productivity Center program in Windows XP or Windows Vista, press the blue
ThinkVantage button.
Note: The ThinkVantage Productivity Center program is available on models preinstalled with the Windows
XP or Windows Vista operating system.
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