Chapter 2. Using your computerThis chapter provides information on using some of the computer components.Frequently asked questionsThe 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/ThinkCentreUserGuidesWhere are my recovery discs?Lenovo provides a program that enables you to create recovery discs. For details about creating recoverydiscs, see “Creating recovery media” on page 69.Additionally, in case of a hard disk failure, you can order Product Recovery discs from the Lenovo CustomerSupport Center. For information about contacting the Customer Support Center, see Chapter 11 “Gettinginformation, help, and service” on page 111. Before using the Product Recovery discs, refer to thedocumentation that comes with the discs.Attention: A Product Recovery disc package might contain multiple discs. Make sure you have all of thediscs ready before starting the recovery process. During the recovery process, you might be promptedto change discs.Where can I find help about the Windows operating system?The Windows Help and Support information system provides you detailed information about using theWindows operating system to help you get the most of your computer. To access the Windows Help andSupport information system, click Start ➙ Help and Support.Using the keyboardDepending on your model, your computer comes with either a standard keyboard or a fingerprint readerkeyboard. 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 15• “Using the blue ThinkVantage button” on page 16• “Using a fingerprint reader” on page 16Using Windows shortcut keysBoth the standard keyboard and the fingerprint reader keyboard provide three keys you can use with yourMicrosoft Windows operating system.• The two Start menu keys are located beside the Alt key on either side of the spacebar. They feature theWindows logo. When you press either, the Windows Start menu opens. The style of the Windows logovaries depending on the keyboard type.• The context-menu key is located next to the Ctrl key on the right side of the Spacebar. Pressing thecontext-menu key opens the context menu for the active program, icon, or object.© Copyright Lenovo 2011 15
