Calling the customer support center – Lenovo IdeaPad Y710 User Manual

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Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service

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Calling the Customer Support Center

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If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help, during the warranty
period, you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support
Center. The following services are available during the warranty period:

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Problem determination - Trained personnel are available to assist you with
determining if you have a hardware problem and deciding what action is necessary to
fix the problem.

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Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo
hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the
applicable level of service.

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Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are
required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo,
will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your hardware.

The following items are not covered:

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Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or non warranted
parts

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Identification of software problem sources

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Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade

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Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers

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Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS)

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Installation and maintenance of application programs

To determine if your Lenovo hardware product is under warranty and when the
warranty expires, go to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com, and click Warranty, then
follow the instructions on the screen.
Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty
terms. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty service.
If possible, be near your computer when you make your call in case the technical
assistance representative needs to help you resolve a computer problem. Please ensure
that you have downloaded the most current drivers and system updates, and recorded
information before you call. When calling for technical assistance, please have the
following information available:

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Machine Type and Model

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Serial numbers of your computer, monitor, and other components, or your proof of
purchase

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