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...-05925. If you are using Windows® 7. Notes • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that are not described in this user guide. • The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo G570 unless otherwise stated. • The illustrations in this guide are common to most models.
...-05925. If you are using Windows® 7. Notes • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that are not described in this user guide. • The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo G570 unless otherwise stated. • The illustrations in this guide are common to most models.
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... Internet 25 Wired connection 25 Wireless connection 27 Chapter 4. Learning the basics 10 First use 10 Using AC adapter and battery ...12 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 15 Connecting external devices.......18 Special keys and buttons 20 System status indicators 21 Securing your computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 4 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 Bottom view 7 Chapter 2. CRU instructions 31 Replacing the battery 31 Replacing the hard disk drive ....33 Replacing memory 37 Removing the optical drive...
... Internet 25 Wired connection 25 Wireless connection 27 Chapter 4. Learning the basics 10 First use 10 Using AC adapter and battery ...12 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 15 Connecting external devices.......18 Special keys and buttons 20 System status indicators 21 Securing your computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 4 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 Bottom view 7 Chapter 2. CRU instructions 31 Replacing the battery 31 Replacing the hard disk drive ....33 Replacing memory 37 Removing the optical drive...
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... of the computer may occur. Note: For details, see "Attaching a security lock (not supplied)" on page 25. only) (G470/G570) f USB port Connect to an Ethernet network. b Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 19. 4 Note: For details, see "Wired connection" on page 22. e HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a (Select models display. Chapter 1.
... of the computer may occur. Note: For details, see "Attaching a security lock (not supplied)" on page 25. only) (G470/G570) f USB port Connect to an Ethernet network. b Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 19. 4 Note: For details, see "Wired connection" on page 22. e HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a (Select models display. Chapter 1.
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Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Right-side view 12 3 45 a Headphone jack Connects to know your hearing. b Microphone jack Connects to USB devices. Connects to external microphones. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 12. 5 Getting to external headphones. c Optical drive d USB port Reads/Burns optical disks. Chapter 1. e AC power adapter jack Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 19.
Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Right-side view 12 3 45 a Headphone jack Connects to know your hearing. b Microphone jack Connects to USB devices. Connects to external microphones. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 12. 5 Getting to external headphones. c Optical drive d USB port Reads/Burns optical disks. Chapter 1. e AC power adapter jack Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 19.
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... the power button to turn on AC power. Chapter 2. To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to the power The supplied battery pack is running on the computer. Configuring the operating system You may include the procedures below. • Accepting the end user license agreement • Configuring the Internet connection • Registering the operating system • Creating a user account...
... the power button to turn on AC power. Chapter 2. To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to the power The supplied battery pack is running on the computer. Configuring the operating system You may include the procedures below. • Accepting the end user license agreement • Configuring the Internet connection • Registering the operating system • Creating a user account...
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... power button. • Press any key on the keyboard. Shutting down . To put the computer into sleep state If you move your computer for only a short time, put the computer into sleep state or shut it down When you are not going to resume use your computer. Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in sleep...
... power button. • Press any key on the keyboard. Shutting down . To put the computer into sleep state If you move your computer for only a short time, put the computer into sleep state or shut it down When you are not going to resume use your computer. Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in sleep...
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... hard disk drive and how bright you make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is low, you need to charge the battery in the notification area. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by checking the battery icon in any of the following situations: • When you purchase a new battery...
... hard disk drive and how bright you make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is low, you need to charge the battery in the notification area. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by checking the battery icon in any of the following situations: • When you purchase a new battery...
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... going to use the computer for service, etc. The battery pack contains a small amount of in trash that is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of the battery, comply with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from the computer. Learning the basics Removing the battery pack If you need to disassemble the battery pack...
... going to use the computer for service, etc. The battery pack contains a small amount of in trash that is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of the battery, comply with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from the computer. Learning the basics Removing the battery pack If you need to disassemble the battery pack...
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G570/G575 The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad G470/G475 The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8 . To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 15 Chapter 2.
G570/G575 The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad G470/G475 The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8 . To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 15 Chapter 2.
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...): Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn Increase/Decrease sound volume. 17 Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of Windows Media Player. Fn + F11: Skip to the next track. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + PgDn (G470/G475): Activate the insert function. Fn + F3: Open the interface for the display device switch to select this notebook or an external display. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the...
...): Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn Increase/Decrease sound volume. 17 Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of Windows Media Player. Fn + F11: Skip to the next track. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + PgDn (G470/G475): Activate the insert function. Fn + F3: Open the interface for the display device switch to select this notebook or an external display. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the...
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... via Windows safely remove hardware and eject media utility to avoid data corruption. 18 Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of your computer when the memory card slot is used for future use . Learning the basics Connecting external devices Your computer has a wide range of built-in features and connection capabilities. Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards...
... via Windows safely remove hardware and eject media utility to avoid data corruption. 18 Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of your computer when the memory card slot is used for future use . Learning the basics Connecting external devices Your computer has a wide range of built-in features and connection capabilities. Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards...
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... do not need to use the external device's power adapter. You can transfer data between these devices without cables and up to other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as notebook computers, PDAs and cell phones. Enabling Bluetooth communications on how to pair the Bluetooth enabled device with your computer as USB ODD, use the Bluetooth function, turn it can connect to and transfer data wirelessly to 10 meters range in open space. Otherwise, the device may not...
... do not need to use the external device's power adapter. You can transfer data between these devices without cables and up to other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as notebook computers, PDAs and cell phones. Enabling Bluetooth communications on how to pair the Bluetooth enabled device with your computer as USB ODD, use the Bluetooth function, turn it can connect to and transfer data wirelessly to 10 meters range in open space. Otherwise, the device may not...
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... it is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of locking devices and security features. Using VeriFace™ VeriFace is compatible with the security lock that it from being removed without your facial image. Lenovo offers no comment judgement or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of your face, and creates a digital map that becomes...
... it is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of locking devices and security features. Using VeriFace™ VeriFace is compatible with the security lock that it from being removed without your facial image. Lenovo offers no comment judgement or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of your face, and creates a digital map that becomes...
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... Unit. Note: Under Windows XP or Windows Vista, none of the configurations support the Switchable Graphics, and they only work in sleep or hibernation mode, press the power button to the power-saving GPU if you are advised to switch to wake it up menu. 4 On the Switchable Graphics dialog box, you can right-click on different platforms, there is using battery power you with superior...
... Unit. Note: Under Windows XP or Windows Vista, none of the configurations support the Switchable Graphics, and they only work in sleep or hibernation mode, press the power button to the power-saving GPU if you are advised to switch to wake it up menu. 4 On the Switchable Graphics dialog box, you can right-click on different platforms, there is using battery power you with superior...
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... devices, or by default to your hard disk already includes a hidden partition by creating recovery discs. however an appropriate external optical drive is an easy-to-use them in the correct order. • Computers without starting the Windows operating system. OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is needed to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Attention: In order to utilize the features of operating system and preinstalled software...
... devices, or by default to your hard disk already includes a hidden partition by creating recovery discs. however an appropriate external optical drive is an easy-to-use them in the correct order. • Computers without starting the Windows operating system. OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is needed to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Attention: In order to utilize the features of operating system and preinstalled software...
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... about upgrading and replacing devices are using an ExpressCard device, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Appendix A. CRU instructions Notes: • The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Holding the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b , remove the battery pack in this happens, turn the computer over. 3 Unlock the manual battery latch...
... about upgrading and replacing devices are using an ExpressCard device, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation mode. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Appendix A. CRU instructions Notes: • The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Holding the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b , remove the battery pack in this happens, turn the computer over. 3 Unlock the manual battery latch...
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... the drive or subject it repaired. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. • The preinstalled softwares are not included on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. You can cause damage and permanent loss of greater capacity. Appendix A. Incorrect handling can purchase a new hard disk drive from your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with...
... the drive or subject it repaired. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. • The preinstalled softwares are not included on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. You can cause damage and permanent loss of greater capacity. Appendix A. Incorrect handling can purchase a new hard disk drive from your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with...
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then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/CPU (Central processing unit)/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. Appendix A. a.Loosen the five screws a . b.Remove the compartment cover b. 1 1 1 1 1 2 34 CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer;
then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/CPU (Central processing unit)/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. Appendix A. a.Loosen the five screws a . b.Remove the compartment cover b. 1 1 1 1 1 2 34 CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer;
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To install a DDR3 SDRAM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table or a grounded metal object to start the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery again. 5 Remove the Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/CPU (Central processing unit)/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. b.Remove the compartment cover b . 1 1 1 1 1 2 37 DDR3 SDRAMs are available in the memory slot of the...
To install a DDR3 SDRAM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table or a grounded metal object to start the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery again. 5 Remove the Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/CPU (Central processing unit)/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. b.Remove the compartment cover b . 1 1 1 1 1 2 37 DDR3 SDRAMs are available in the memory slot of the...
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AC adapter Power cord for your computer, and informs you of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter Battery Bottom access doors Hard disk drive Memory Optical drive Setup Poster O O O User Guide O O O O O 41 CRU instructions The following table provides a list of where to find replacement instructions. Appendix A.
AC adapter Power cord for your computer, and informs you of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter Battery Bottom access doors Hard disk drive Memory Optical drive Setup Poster O O O User Guide O O O O O 41 CRU instructions The following table provides a list of where to find replacement instructions. Appendix A.