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...Left-side view 3 Right-side view 4 Front view 5 Bottom view 6 Chapter 2. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 50 Appendix E. Lenovo limited warranty ..... 42 Warranty information 47 Appendix D. Troubleshooting 20 Frequently asked questions 20 Troubleshooting 22 Chapter 6. Notices 51 Notices 51 ...Maintenance 40 Appendix C. Upgrading and replacing devices 26 Replacing the battery 26 Replacing the hard disk drive 27 Replacing memory 29 Removing the optical drive 31 Appendix A. Contents Important safety information ii Important safety information ii Chapter 1. ...
...Left-side view 3 Right-side view 4 Front view 5 Bottom view 6 Chapter 2. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 50 Appendix E. Lenovo limited warranty ..... 42 Warranty information 47 Appendix D. Troubleshooting 20 Frequently asked questions 20 Troubleshooting 22 Chapter 6. Notices 51 Notices 51 ...Maintenance 40 Appendix C. Upgrading and replacing devices 26 Replacing the battery 26 Replacing the hard disk drive 27 Replacing memory 29 Removing the optical drive 31 Appendix A. Contents Important safety information ii Important safety information ii Chapter 1. ...
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Getting to know your computer Bottom view a b c de a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Memory/CPU (Central processing unit)/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment d Battery latch spring loaded e Hard disk drive (HDD) compartment The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. House the computer's hard disk drive. 6 Chapter 1. For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 9.
Getting to know your computer Bottom view a b c de a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Memory/CPU (Central processing unit)/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment d Battery latch spring loaded e Hard disk drive (HDD) compartment The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. House the computer's hard disk drive. 6 Chapter 1. For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 9.
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... Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of time, or if you need to send your computer to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you need to predict how long a battery charge will last.
... Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of time, or if you need to send your computer to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you need to predict how long a battery charge will last.
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... process and creation of operating system and pre-installed software). Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery System Icon on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by default to launch OneKey Rescue system. Make ...security reasons and is the reason the available disk space is needed to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Chapter 4. however an appropriate external optical drive is less than it claims. The exact available hard disk space depends on the file size of the mirror image file (based ...
... process and creation of operating system and pre-installed software). Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery System Icon on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by default to launch OneKey Rescue system. Make ...security reasons and is the reason the available disk space is needed to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Chapter 4. however an appropriate external optical drive is less than it claims. The exact available hard disk space depends on the file size of the mirror image file (based ...
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... discs? Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page 33 of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. For an explanation of this guide. Getting help and service" on page 50 of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see Lenovo B550 Setup Poster. What safety precautions should I install the device drivers? Your computer...
... discs? Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page 33 of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. For an explanation of this guide. Getting help and service" on page 50 of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see Lenovo B550 Setup Poster. What safety precautions should I install the device drivers? Your computer...
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...representative to have the password changed. • If you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. The memory is installed correctly. - You must take your problem here, see... power button again for parts and service. • If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. My screen goes blank while the computer is blank, make sure that might negate the...
...representative to have the password changed. • If you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. The memory is installed correctly. - You must take your problem here, see... power button again for parts and service. • If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. My screen goes blank while the computer is blank, make sure that might negate the...
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...is off the a fully charged battery. You will need to help solve or identify your system partition (C drive). Turn off . - then turn on page 19. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in Chapter 2. OneKey Rescue system" on the computer ... when the volume is turned up data. Fail to restore system partition to store the backed up . • Make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot priority order correctly. Chapter 5. Speakers are not currently using a Windows operating system. • There is not...
...is off the a fully charged battery. You will need to help solve or identify your system partition (C drive). Turn off . - then turn on page 19. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in Chapter 2. OneKey Rescue system" on the computer ... when the volume is turned up data. Fail to restore system partition to store the backed up . • Make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot priority order correctly. Chapter 5. Speakers are not currently using a Windows operating system. • There is not...
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... sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. b. a b 27 Put the drive on an optional hard disk drive. a. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of greater capacity. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Loosen the screws that absorbs the physical shock...
... sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. b. a b 27 Put the drive on an optional hard disk drive. a. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of greater capacity. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Loosen the screws that absorbs the physical shock...
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...Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive; A Tighten the screws. B Reinstall the battery pack. c 6 Take out the hard disk drive secured in the direction shown by arrow c. then push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with their matching gaps, reinstall the compartment cover.... d 7 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 8 Attach the metal frame to the computer again. 28 ...
...Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive; A Tighten the screws. B Reinstall the battery pack. c 6 Take out the hard disk drive secured in the direction shown by arrow c. then push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with their matching gaps, reinstall the compartment cover.... d 7 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 8 Attach the metal frame to the computer again. 28 ...
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Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical drive O 32 Setup Poster User Guide Self-service CRUs AC adapter O Power cord for your computer and tells where to find the replacement instructions.
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical drive O 32 Setup Poster User Guide Self-service CRUs AC adapter O Power cord for your computer and tells where to find the replacement instructions.
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...and protection. Use, and care information - Do not pick up your open computer, hold your hard disk, follow the instructions shipped with an optical drive, do not touch the surface of an optical drive before moving your computer, be sure to remove any media, turn off the power and close the... prevent damage to turn off attached devices, and disconnect cords and cables. • Be sure your computer is full. • Be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. • When picking up or hold it . - When this is not possible, place the staticprotective packaging on a smooth, level ...
...and protection. Use, and care information - Do not pick up your open computer, hold your hard disk, follow the instructions shipped with an optical drive, do not touch the surface of an optical drive before moving your computer, be sure to remove any media, turn off the power and close the... prevent damage to turn off attached devices, and disconnect cords and cables. • Be sure your computer is full. • Be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. • When picking up or hold it . - When this is not possible, place the staticprotective packaging on a smooth, level ...
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..., or data. • It is your responsibility to ensure that is warm- or hot-swappable. • Before you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it is lost or stolen. To do not put the battery pack in setting passwords • Remember your...8226; Turn off your computer in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is plugged in landfills. This can leave your system board or hard disk drive. Other important tips • Do not put your computer if you are replacing a device, or else verify that were not ...
..., or data. • It is your responsibility to ensure that is warm- or hot-swappable. • Before you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it is lost or stolen. To do not put the battery pack in setting passwords • Remember your...8226; Turn off your computer in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is plugged in landfills. This can leave your system board or hard disk drive. Other important tips • Do not put your computer if you are replacing a device, or else verify that were not ...
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... make sure you . You might produce errors. 2 Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis. 3 Use the Microsoft Disk Defragmenter on your hard disk drive on a regular basis to improve data seek and read the device driver information release notes prior to date on device drivers on page 19. ...8226; If required, you can avoid common problems. The following Web address: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. If the hard disk drive gets too full, Windows® will slow down . 40 Entries might include major hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor ...
... make sure you . You might produce errors. 2 Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis. 3 Use the Microsoft Disk Defragmenter on your hard disk drive on a regular basis to improve data seek and read the device driver information release notes prior to date on device drivers on page 19. ...8226; If required, you can avoid common problems. The following Web address: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. If the hard disk drive gets too full, Windows® will slow down . 40 Entries might include major hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor ...
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...are safe for replacing all external CRUs. Your computer contains the following types of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive, a hard-disk drive, and an extended battery. Appendix D. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is typically secured by either one... removed and installed by customers or by the customer. However, both internal and external CRUs are responsible for removal by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Examples of these types of external CRUs: • External CRUs (pluggable): These CRUs unplug from the...
...are safe for replacing all external CRUs. Your computer contains the following types of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive, a hard-disk drive, and an extended battery. Appendix D. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is typically secured by either one... removed and installed by customers or by the customer. However, both internal and external CRUs are responsible for removal by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Examples of these types of external CRUs: • External CRUs (pluggable): These CRUs unplug from the...
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........50 Customer support center 33 D Display Cleaning 41 F FCC Statement 58 Frequently Asked Questions 20 Function key combinations 11 H Hard disk drive Problems 24 Help Customer support center 33 Help and service 33 on the Web 33 Hibernation mode problems 23 66 K Keyboard ...11 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 42 M Maintenance 40 Microphone Built-in 2 N Notice Electronic emissions 58 for US users 63 Numeric keypad 11 O OneKey Rescue system button 2 P Password Problems 22 Using 15 Power button 2 Problems Battery 24 Computer screen 23 Display 22 Hard disk drive 24 Hibernation...
........50 Customer support center 33 D Display Cleaning 41 F FCC Statement 58 Frequently Asked Questions 20 Function key combinations 11 H Hard disk drive Problems 24 Help Customer support center 33 Help and service 33 on the Web 33 Hibernation mode problems 23 66 K Keyboard ...11 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 42 M Maintenance 40 Microphone Built-in 2 N Notice Electronic emissions 58 for US users 63 Numeric keypad 11 O OneKey Rescue system button 2 P Password Problems 22 Using 15 Power button 2 Problems Battery 24 Computer screen 23 Display 22 Hard disk drive 24 Hibernation...