Lenovo ThinkStation S20 User Manual

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If you experience any problems during startup, refer to Chapter 10 “Getting information, help, and service”on page 39. You can get additional help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center.For the latest Service and Support worldwide telephone list, go to:http://support.lenovo.comFinishing the software installationImportant: Be sure to read and understand the license agreements carefully before using the programs onthis computer. These agreements detail your rights, obligations, and warranties for the software programs onthis computer. By using these programs, you accept the terms of the agreements. If you do not accept theagreements, do not use the programs. Instead, promptly return the entire computer for a full refund.The first time you start your computer, follow the instructions on the screen to complete the softwareinstallation. If you do not complete the software installation the first time the computer is turned on,unpredictable results might occur.Note: Some models might have a multilingual version of Microsoft® Windows® operating systempreinstalled. If your computer has the multilingual version, you will be prompted to choose a language duringthe installation process. After installation, the language version can be changed through the WindowsControl Panel.Completing important tasksAfter you have set up your computer, perform the following tasks, which could save you time and trouble inthe future:• Create a diagnostic CD/DVD image or rescue medium. Diagnostic programs are used to test hardwarecomponents of your computer and report operating-system-controlled settings that can cause hardwarefailures. Making a diagnostic CD/DVD image or rescue medium beforehand assures that you will be ableto run diagnostics if the Rescue and Recovery workspace becomes inaccessible. See “PC-Doctor forDOS” on page 30 and “Creating and using rescue media” on page 36 for more information.• Record your computer machine type, model, and serial number. If you need service or technical support,you will probably be asked for this information. For further information, refer to the safety and warrantyinformation that is provided with your computer.Updating your operating systemMicrosoft makes updates available for various operating systems through the Microsoft WindowsUpdate Web site. The Web site automatically determines what Windows updates are available for yourspecific computer and lists those updates only. Updates could include security fixes, new versions ofWindows components (such as media player), fixes to other portions of the Windows operating system,or enhancements.Installing other operating systemsIf you want to install your own operating system rather than the operating system preinstalled, follow theinstructions that come with your operating system discs or diskettes. Remember to install all device driversafter you have installed the operating system. You can find the device drivers together with the installationinstructions for ThinkStation™ at:http://support.lenovo.com10 ThinkStation User Guide