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Upgrading and Replacing Devices 45 Replacing the Battery 45 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 46 Replacing Memory 49 Chapter 6. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page iii Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Contents Read This First v Chapter 1. Solving Computer Problems 37 Frequently Asked Questions 38 Troubleshooting ...
Upgrading and Replacing Devices 45 Replacing the Battery 45 Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 46 Replacing Memory 49 Chapter 6. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page iii Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Contents Read This First v Chapter 1. Solving Computer Problems 37 Frequently Asked Questions 38 Troubleshooting ...
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...Statement 72 EU WEEE Statements 72 Japan Recycling Statements 73 Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor 73 Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components 73 Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers 73 Notice for Users in the U.S.A 74 Notice on Deleting Data ...from Your Hard Disk 74 IBM Lotus Software Offer 76 Trademarks 78 Index 79 iv Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Lenovo EVEREST...
...Statement 72 EU WEEE Statements 72 Japan Recycling Statements 73 Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor 73 Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components 73 Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers 73 Notice for Users in the U.S.A 74 Notice on Deleting Data ...from Your Hard Disk 74 IBM Lotus Software Offer 76 Trademarks 78 Index 79 iv Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Lenovo EVEREST...
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... keyboard by lifting your body in contact with your computer, it . Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page v Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Read This First © Copyright Lenovo 2007 When your computer is turned on or the battery is connected to warm your body. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap..., or any extended length of system activity and the battery charge level. Periodically take breaks from the palm rest;
... keyboard by lifting your body in contact with your computer, it . Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page v Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Read This First © Copyright Lenovo 2007 When your computer is turned on or the battery is connected to warm your body. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap..., or any extended length of system activity and the battery charge level. Periodically take breaks from the palm rest;
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... with any way subjected to function reliably in any part of system activity and battery charge level. Applying strong force to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/ 41°F or above 35°C/95°F). © Copyright Lenovo 2007 3 Never use common sense in ). • Avoid subjecting your computer ...your computer is a function of the level of your body. Caring for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is connected to warm your body while using it generates heat. By following these important tips, you need to use the AC adapter...
... with any way subjected to function reliably in any part of system activity and battery charge level. Applying strong force to extreme temperatures (below 5°C/ 41°F or above 35°C/95°F). © Copyright Lenovo 2007 3 Never use common sense in ). • Avoid subjecting your computer ...your computer is a function of the level of your body. Caring for an extended period when the computer is functioning or when the battery is connected to warm your body while using it generates heat. By following these important tips, you need to use the AC adapter...
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Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 9 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Chapter 3. Getting Started Knowing the Parts 10 Top View 10 Right-side View 13 Left-... Pad 22 Status Indicators 23 Preventing Problems 25 Learn How to Achieve All Day Computing 28 Your Computer Batteries 28 Checking Battery Status 28 Using the AC Adapter 29 Charging the Battery 30 Handling the Battery 30 Security 31 Attaching a Mechanical Lock 31 Using Passwords 31 Note: External views illustrated in this User Guide...
Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 9 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Chapter 3. Getting Started Knowing the Parts 10 Top View 10 Right-side View 13 Left-... Pad 22 Status Indicators 23 Preventing Problems 25 Learn How to Achieve All Day Computing 28 Your Computer Batteries 28 Checking Battery Status 28 Using the AC Adapter 29 Charging the Battery 30 Handling the Battery 30 Security 31 Attaching a Mechanical Lock 31 Using Passwords 31 Note: External views illustrated in this User Guide...
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.... Getting Started 11 b Scroll Lock Indicates that scroll lock is activated when the blue indicator is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. when off your computer stops responding, and you are watching movies or enjoying music. e Drive in lower case (such as a, b, c). g Keyboard The ... computer, use Indicates data is lit and all letters are typed in use the Start menu shutdown options. If the system is lit. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 11 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started a Computer display The computer display functions the same as A, B, C);
.... Getting Started 11 b Scroll Lock Indicates that scroll lock is activated when the blue indicator is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. when off your computer stops responding, and you are watching movies or enjoying music. e Drive in lower case (such as a, b, c). g Keyboard The ... computer, use Indicates data is lit and all letters are typed in use the Start menu shutdown options. If the system is lit. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 11 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started a Computer display The computer display functions the same as A, B, C);
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Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 13 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started Right-side View Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on or off to extend battery power. * Wireless LAN and Bluetooth is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as a keyboard, mouse,... Before purchasing any security product, verify that it off Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices simultaneously. Note: To prevent damage to the computer and battery pack, use the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth function, turn it is compatible with a security keyhole. Chapter 3. USB allows devices to be ...
Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 13 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started Right-side View Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on or off to extend battery power. * Wireless LAN and Bluetooth is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as a keyboard, mouse,... Before purchasing any security product, verify that it off Wireless LAN and Bluetooth devices simultaneously. Note: To prevent damage to the computer and battery pack, use the Wireless LAN and Bluetooth function, turn it is compatible with a security keyhole. Chapter 3. USB allows devices to be ...
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...battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in the unlocked position. To remove the battery, hold this latch automatically secures the battery in place. When you do need to, ask Lenovo... authorized service center or dealer to identify the components on this side of the computer. b Hard Disk Drive compartment The hard disk drive compartment provides space for HDD. Lenovo...hard disk drive yourself! a Battery latch - c Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when...
...battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in the unlocked position. To remove the battery, hold this latch automatically secures the battery in place. When you do need to, ask Lenovo... authorized service center or dealer to identify the components on this side of the computer. b Hard Disk Drive compartment The hard disk drive compartment provides space for HDD. Lenovo...hard disk drive yourself! a Battery latch - c Battery pack The battery pack is automatically charged when...
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...hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after attaching the battery pack. a b c a Power-status indicator For details on... manual battery latch is installed. Note: Only use the memory card listed above; Move the manual battery latch ...to the unlocked position to the locked position after the memory is used to identify the components on "Power-status indicators", see page 24. Move the manual latch to attach or remove the battery... pack. Front View Refer to the diagram below to keep the battery pack secured. c Multi-media...
...hardware or software (including BIOS) setup required after attaching the battery pack. a b c a Power-status indicator For details on... manual battery latch is installed. Note: Only use the memory card listed above; Move the manual battery latch ...to the unlocked position to the locked position after the memory is used to identify the components on "Power-status indicators", see page 24. Move the manual latch to attach or remove the battery... pack. Front View Refer to the diagram below to keep the battery pack secured. c Multi-media...
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...Power-status indicators The computer has status indicators that show the mode (sleep/hibernation, or normal), and the status of the battery as follows: Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 ab c If your computer is shipped with a wireless feature and a Bluetooth feature, you can use the following... three indicators: a Power Indicator b Battery Status Indicator Blue: System is supplying by battery. OFF: Power is powered on. Blinking Blue: System is fully ...
...Power-status indicators The computer has status indicators that show the mode (sleep/hibernation, or normal), and the status of the battery as follows: Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 ab c If your computer is shipped with a wireless feature and a Bluetooth feature, you can use the following... three indicators: a Power Indicator b Battery Status Indicator Blue: System is supplying by battery. OFF: Power is powered on. Blinking Blue: System is fully ...
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...resolved them. 12. Use or schedule System Restore to date on device drivers on other file on . • Make sure that the battery is charged and that piece of hardware. Note: Always take a system snapshot periodically. When calling the Customer Support Center, please make sure ...software, or installing new software. 8. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 26 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started 7. Keep a log book. Device drivers are programs, like any other non-Lenovo hardware. You might not perform properly if corruption occurs. 26 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide
...resolved them. 12. Use or schedule System Restore to date on device drivers on other file on . • Make sure that the battery is charged and that piece of hardware. Note: Always take a system snapshot periodically. When calling the Customer Support Center, please make sure ...software, or installing new software. 8. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 26 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started 7. Keep a log book. Device drivers are programs, like any other non-Lenovo hardware. You might not perform properly if corruption occurs. 26 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide
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... main factors: • How much energy is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will be able to work longer without being tied to an electrical outlet. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 28 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started ... All Day Computing When you need to keep your computer running. The more time unplugged. Checking Battery Status You can use your computer: for example, how often you access the hard disk drive, how bright you depend...you use your computer away from electrical outlets, you make the computer display. 28 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide
... main factors: • How much energy is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will be able to work longer without being tied to an electrical outlet. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 28 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started ... All Day Computing When you need to keep your computer running. The more time unplugged. Checking Battery Status You can use your computer: for example, how often you access the hard disk drive, how bright you depend...you use your computer away from electrical outlets, you make the computer display. 28 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide
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... blinking • If the battery has not been used for use , disconnect it from AC power through the AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter to take these steps in the order in use with the computer. 2. Connect the power cord to the transformer pack. 3. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 29... Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started Using the AC Adapter The power to run your computer can come either from the lithium-ion (Liion) battery pack provided with it, or from the electrical outlet. ...
... blinking • If the battery has not been used for use , disconnect it from AC power through the AC adapter. Connect the AC adapter to take these steps in the order in use with the computer. 2. Connect the power cord to the transformer pack. 3. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 29... Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started Using the AC Adapter The power to run your computer can come either from the lithium-ion (Liion) battery pack provided with it, or from the electrical outlet. ...
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...to the power jack of the computer; The battery pack contains a small amount of the same type. When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. 30 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 30 Friday, August 17..., 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started Charging the Battery When you check the battery status and find that the percentage of power remaining is...
...to the power jack of the computer; The battery pack contains a small amount of the same type. When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. 30 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 30 Friday, August 17..., 2007 5:40 PM Getting Started Charging the Battery When you check the battery status and find that the percentage of power remaining is...
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Solving Computer Problems Frequently Asked Questions 38 Troubleshooting 39 Display Problems 39 A Password Problem 40 Keyboard Problems 40 Sleep or Hibernation Problems 41 Computer Screen Problems 42 Battery Problems 43 A Hard Disk Drive Problem 44 A Startup Problem 44 Other Problems 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 37 Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 37 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Chapter 4.
Solving Computer Problems Frequently Asked Questions 38 Troubleshooting 39 Display Problems 39 A Password Problem 40 Keyboard Problems 40 Sleep or Hibernation Problems 41 Computer Screen Problems 42 Battery Problems 43 A Hard Disk Drive Problem 44 A Startup Problem 44 Other Problems 44 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 37 Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 37 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Chapter 4.
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...serviced. If the user password prompt does not appear, the brightness level might prevent you from accessing the comprehensive information in Chapter 3. Chapter 4. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 39 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Solving Computer Problems Troubleshooting If you do not find your hard disk to ... the screen still remains blank, make sure that the memory card is on. (Turn on page 42. Make sure that : • The battery is installed correctly. • The AC adapter is connected to your Windows environment or the entire contents of your problem here, see Chapter 3.
...serviced. If the user password prompt does not appear, the brightness level might prevent you from accessing the comprehensive information in Chapter 3. Chapter 4. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 39 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Solving Computer Problems Troubleshooting If you do not find your hard disk to ... the screen still remains blank, make sure that the memory card is on. (Turn on page 42. Make sure that : • The battery is installed correctly. • The AC adapter is connected to your Windows environment or the entire contents of your problem here, see Chapter 3.
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... Connect the AC adapter to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. then press the power button to protect the processor and other internal components. reset the computer. See "Specifications" on self-test (POST). Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 41 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:...computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to resume operation. Check the settings for 4 seconds or more. The battery power is depleted. then press any key or the power button. • If the sleep indicator is off, your system has stopped responding...
... Connect the AC adapter to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. then press the power button to protect the processor and other internal components. reset the computer. See "Specifications" on self-test (POST). Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 41 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:...computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to resume operation. Check the settings for 4 seconds or more. The battery power is depleted. then press any key or the power button. • If the sleep indicator is off, your system has stopped responding...
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..., press any key or the power button to resume from the sleep mode. • If you still have the computer serviced. 42 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide If not, click the Troubleshoot button. Make sure the information is unreadable or distorted. To check these settings, do... the Solution in the following : • If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is on the video ...
..., press any key or the power button to resume from the sleep mode. • If you still have the computer serviced. 42 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide If not, click the Troubleshoot button. Make sure the information is unreadable or distorted. To check these settings, do... the Solution in the following : • If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is on the video ...
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... computer's display contains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). Discharge and recharge the battery. Turn off method in the standard charge time for your computer. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 43 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Battery Problems Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Solving...
... computer's display contains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). Discharge and recharge the battery. Turn off method in the standard charge time for your computer. Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 43 Friday, August 17, 2007 5:40 PM Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Battery Problems Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Problem: Solution: Solving...
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...which the computer starts is included in the "Boot priority order" list. Use the OneKey Recovery to the "Boot priority order" list. 44 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Also make sure that the startup sequence in the "Excluded from the device you want . If it is included in the... BIOS Setup Utility is disabled. Make sure that the device is enabled. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery...
...which the computer starts is included in the "Boot priority order" list. Use the OneKey Recovery to the "Boot priority order" list. 44 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Also make sure that the startup sequence in the "Excluded from the device you want . If it is included in the... BIOS Setup Utility is disabled. Make sure that the device is enabled. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery...