Lenovo Solution Center               
Software readme file for Windows 7 and Windows 8 32bit
Version 2.3.002


Overview
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Lenovo Solution Center is a test and troubleshooting tool developed to scan regularly your computer looking for issues and helps you through one or more options to resolve these issues in Lenovo computers running on Windows 7 or 8 OS. 
You can scan hardware, update software, and learn from hints and tips to achieve maximum performance for your system.


SUPPORTED SYSTEMS
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* ThinkPad Helix
* ThinkPad T420s, T430s, T431s, T440s, T430u, T420, T430, T440, T440p, T520, T530, T540, T540p
* ThinkPad W520, W530, W540
* ThinkPad X121e, X130e, X131e, X140e
* ThinkPad X1, X1 Carbon
* ThinkPad X220, X230s, X230, X220 Tablet, X230 Tablet, X240s, X240
* ThinkPad L330, L420, L430, L440, L520, L530, L540
* ThinkPad E120, E125, E130, E135, E145, E320, E325, E330, E335, E340, E345, E420, E425, E430, E430c, E431, E435, E440, E445, E520, E525, E530, E530c, E531, E535, E540, E545
* Thinkpad E220s, S220, S230u, S240, S3, E420s, S420, S430, S431, S440, S5, S531, S540
* ThinkCentre M32, M60e, M71e, M72e, M73, M73e, M75e, M76, M77, M78, M81, M82, M83, M91, M91p, M92, M93, M93p
* ThinkCentre Edge71, Edge72, E73, Edge91, Edge92, E93
* ThinkCentre M62z, M71z, M72z, M73z, M83z, M90z, M92z, M93z
* ThinkCentre Edge62z, Edge71z, Edge72z, Edge91z, Edge92z, Edge93z, E93z,
* ThinkStation E30, E31, E32, C20, C20x, C30, D20, D30, S20, S30
* Lenovo EsSential V480s, V480, V480c, V580, V580c, V490u, B475e, B575e, B480, B490, B580, B590, M490, M490s, M495
* Lenovo EsSential V4400, V4400u, B4400, B5400, K2450, K4350, K4450, E4430, M4400, M4400s, M4450, M5400, 
* Lenovo EsSential K29, K49, E49, 
* Lenovo EsSential G480, G485, G580, G400, G400s, G405, G585, G500, G500s, G505, G780


CHANGE HISTORY
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V2.3.002
FIX: Removed unnecessary files from installation folder
FIX: Several Critical crashes
FIX: Battery issues in many different environments
FIX: Power manager installation not being detected
FIX: Memory size not being reported properly
FIX: Hardware Scan reschedule problems
FIX: Alerts Enable/Disable through Settings screen
FIX: Configuration History errors when there are too many events
FIX: Hardware Scan errors when user presses ALT+F4
FIX: eMMC Storage being displayed in Hardware Scan
FIX: LSC self update issue

ADD: Windows 8.1 Support
ADD: Wireless Status Check before starting Hardware Scan
ADD: New Premium Support Module
ADD: Files check on LSC Startup
ADD: Onboard memory compatibility

CHG: Improved Resizing and Scaling across all screens
CHG: China Font Size readjusted
CHG: Added tracking parameters to all URL links
CHG: Label colors in High Contrast mode


V2.2.002
FIX: Improved performance by reducing overhead
FIX: Changed “Buy Extended Warranty” URL
FIX: Language errors
FIX: Force Check for Updates
FIX: Removed CD/DVD references
FIX: InstallShield creating several shortcuts
FIX: Incorrect Storage Devices displayed in alert bar
FIX: Guest account crashes
FIX: Prevent Update Status scheduled task from running on system resume
FIX: Memory Slot Popup Cut
FIX: Compatibility with Windows 8 Product Registration Metro APP

ADD: Installation as Windows Service
ADD: Idea Systems now show Battery Warranty
ADD: New fingerprint hardware supported
ADD: Data Collection covering all sections
ADD: PCI-Express Hardware Scan test
ADD: SAS Hardware Scan test
ADD: Storage Device Hardware Scan test in Raid mode
ADD: Option “Already Registered” in Product Registration Screen
ADD: Date with Time precision to Warranty Date
ADD: Option to Postpone Hardware Scan scheduled task
ADD: Application size changes accordingly to Windows Zoom

CHG: Adjusted UAC messages in various sections and shortcut
CHG: System Warranty does not automatically include Battery Warranty
CHG: Improved Settings Screen layout
CHG: Moved Help to Website
CHG: Removed Software Update alert for Idea Systems
CHG: Remind Me button more consistent


V2.1.003
FIX: Performance review in features on System Tab 
FIX: Performance review on Web Requests must have a time out of 30 seconds 
FIX: A number of defects seem to be related to timing issues 
FIX: Multiple application instances 
FIX: Splash screen slow to display 
FIX: System Backup – Run Lenovo RnRtool
FIX: Green alert for the battery not installed

ADD: Removed redundant HTTP requests for warranty and registration 
ADD: Add deskband to settings 
ADD: Support iBASE queries from within Lenovo network 
ADD: Display shield icon for admin features
ADD: Large Enterprise Customization 
ADD: Accessibility compatibility
ADD: China font size/family and added MS Fix it
ADD: Refresh button on all screens 

CHG: HW Scan PopUp (if no response within a period of time, run)
CHG: Wireless test is not visible when there is no wifi device
CHG: Warranty screen added last check information
CHG: Warranty info was added on battery screen
CHG: Product registration screen added an option “I’ve already registered”


Supported Windows OS
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- Windows 7 32bit
- Windows 8 32bit
- Windows 8.1 32bit


Supported Languages
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Lenovo Solution Center provides a user interface in the 
following languages:

- English
- French
- Spanish
- German
- Italian
- Korean
- Russian
- Simplified Chinese
- Traditional Chinese
- Japanese
- Dutch
- Portuguese
- Danish
- Swedish
- Finnish
- Norwegian
- Polish


DOWNLOADING THE INSTALLATION FILE
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1. Click the file links to download the files from the Web page.
2. When prompted, select a drive and directory in which to save the
   downloaded files.


INSTALLATION
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1. Navigate to the folder where you saved the installation file, lscsetup_x86_23002.exe. 
2. Double-click the installation file icon to start the installation. 
3. Step through the wizard that will install Lenovo Solution Center on your system. 


LIMITATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
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Limitations: 
*Only SATA and SAS hard drive and SSD is supported
*SATA Controller Mode needs to be set to AHCI in system BIOS if the system doesn't provide UEFI BIOS
*Doesn't support hardware test on eMMC type Storage Device


NOTICES
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OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, 
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS 
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some jurisdictions do not allow disclaimer of 
express or implied warranties in certain transactions, therefore, this 
statement may not apply to you. This information could include technical 
inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to 
the information herein; these changes will be incorporated in new editions 
of the publication. Lenovo may make improvements and/or changes in the 
product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this publication at any time 
without notice.


TRADEMARKS AND SERVICE MARKS
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countries, or both: 

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