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Lenovo G470/G475/ G570/G575 User Guide V1.0 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
Lenovo G470/G475/ G570/G575 User Guide V1.0 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
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...35F-05925. If you are using other Windows operating system, some operations may not apply to you are using Windows® 7. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items... 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. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, ...
...35F-05925. If you are using other Windows operating system, some operations may not apply to you are using Windows® 7. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items... 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. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, ...
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Getting to the 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 ........40 Trademarks 42 Index 43 i OneKey ...
Getting to the 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 ........40 Trademarks 42 Index 43 i OneKey ...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view G470/G475 1 2 3 6 5 4 7 8 6 Note: The illustrations in between the display panel and the keyboard. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. Please refer to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may differ from the actual product. When closing the display panel, be damaged. 1 Otherwise, the display panel may be careful NOT to the actual product.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view G470/G475 1 2 3 6 5 4 7 8 6 Note: The illustrations in between the display panel and the keyboard. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. Please refer to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may differ from the actual product. When closing the display panel, be damaged. 1 Otherwise, the display panel may be careful NOT to the actual product.
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... OneKey Rescue system has been preinstalled) when the computer is powered off. Chapter 1. e OneKey Rescue system button Press this button to know your computer G570/G575 1 2 3 6 5 4 7 8 6 a Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication.
... OneKey Rescue system has been preinstalled) when the computer is powered off. Chapter 1. e OneKey Rescue system button Press this button to know your computer G570/G575 1 2 3 6 5 4 7 8 6 a Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication.
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g Built-in microphone The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings. Note: For details, see "System status indicators" on page 14. 3 Getting to know your computer f System status indicators For details, see "Using the touchpad" on page 21. h Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse. Chapter 1.
g Built-in microphone The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings. Note: For details, see "System status indicators" on page 14. 3 Getting to know your computer f System status indicators For details, see "Using the touchpad" on page 21. h Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse. Chapter 1.
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Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. only) (G470/G570) f USB port Connect to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a (Select models display. e HDMI port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "...
Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. only) (G470/G570) f USB port Connect to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a (Select models display. e HDMI port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "...
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c Optical drive d USB port Reads/Burns optical disks. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 12. 5 Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 19. e AC power adapter jack Connect the AC adapter here. b Microphone jack Connects to external headphones. Chapter 1. Getting to know your hearing. Connects 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 external microphones. Attention: • Listening to USB devices.
c Optical drive d USB port Reads/Burns optical disks. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 12. 5 Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 19. e AC power adapter jack Connect the AC adapter here. b Microphone jack Connects to external headphones. Chapter 1. Getting to know your hearing. Connects 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 external microphones. Attention: • Listening to USB devices.
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Note: For details, see "Using memory cards (not supplied)" on your computer. Getting to know your computer Front view 1 2 a Integrated wireless device switch (Select models only) b Memory card slot Use this switch to turn on/off the wireless radio of all wireless devices on page 18. 6 Chapter 1. Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see "Using memory cards (not supplied)" on your computer. Getting to know your computer Front view 1 2 a Integrated wireless device switch (Select models only) b Memory card slot Use this switch to turn on/off the wireless radio of all wireless devices on page 18. 6 Chapter 1. Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view G470/G475 1 2 3 5 4 5 7
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view G470/G475 1 2 3 5 4 5 7
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Getting to know your computer G570/G575 1 2 3 5 4 5 8 Chapter 1.
Getting to know your computer G570/G575 1 2 3 5 4 5 8 Chapter 1.
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b Battery pack For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 12. Getting to know your computer a Battery latch manual The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. c Battery latch spring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Chapter 1. d Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/ CPU (Central processing unit)/ Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment e Speakers The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound. 9
b Battery pack For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 12. Getting to know your computer a Battery latch manual The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. c Battery latch spring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Chapter 1. d Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/ CPU (Central processing unit)/ Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment e Speakers The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound. 9
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To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer firmly. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Turning on the computer Press the power button to the power The supplied battery pack is first used. Learning the basics First use Reading the manuals Read the supplied manuals before using your computer. Conncting to ...
To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to an electrical outlet. Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer firmly. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Turning on the computer Press the power button to the power The supplied battery pack is first used. Learning the basics First use Reading the manuals Read the supplied manuals before using your computer. Conncting to ...
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To shut down your computer, click and select Shut down When you finish working with your computer, you will be away from the Start menu. 11 Chapter 2. Putting your computer for only a short time, put the computer into sleep state If you can quickly wake it down . To wake the computer, do one of data. Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following . • Click and select Sleep from the Start menu. • Press Fn + F1. Moving your computer while the hard ...
To shut down your computer, click and select Shut down When you finish working with your computer, you will be away from the Start menu. 11 Chapter 2. Putting your computer for only a short time, put the computer into sleep state If you can quickly wake it down . To wake the computer, do one of data. Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of the following . • Click and select Sleep from the Start menu. • Press Fn + F1. Moving your computer while the hard ...
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There are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to prevent small particles from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 86 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is difficult to charge the battery in any of the following situations: • When you purchase a new battery • If the battery status indicator starts blinking • If the battery has not been used for a long time Notes: • You are two main factors: • The amount of your computer: for example, how often you access the ...
There are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to prevent small particles from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 86 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is difficult to charge the battery in any of the following situations: • When you purchase a new battery • If the battery status indicator starts blinking • If the battery has not been used for a long time Notes: • You are two main factors: • The amount of your computer: for example, how often you access the ...
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...If you need to send your company's safety standards. 13 The battery pack contains a small amount of time, or if you are not going to Lenovo for an extended period of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury and detriment to the environment, pay attention to disassemble the battery pack. • Do... pack, make sure the computer has been shut down. Handling the battery If the rechargeable battery pack is disposed of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to ...
...If you need to send your company's safety standards. 13 The battery pack contains a small amount of time, or if you are not going to Lenovo for an extended period of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury and detriment to the environment, pay attention to disassemble the battery pack. • Do... pack, make sure the computer has been shut down. Handling the battery If the rechargeable battery pack is disposed of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to ...
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Chapter 2. Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn+F6. 14 The function corresponds to that of the left mouse button on a conventional mouse. The function corresponds to move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to that of the right mouse button on a conventional mouse. Learning the basics Using the touchpad 1 23 a Touchpad b Left click button c Right click button To move .
Chapter 2. Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn+F6. 14 The function corresponds to that of the left mouse button on a conventional mouse. The function corresponds to move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to that of the right mouse button on a conventional mouse. Learning the basics Using the touchpad 1 23 a Touchpad b Left click button c Right click button To move .
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Chapter 2. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8 . 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. Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 15
Chapter 2. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8 . 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. Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 15
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To use of the function keys b . b a b 16 Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a ; then press one of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly.
To use of the function keys b . b a b 16 Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a ; then press one of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly.
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... + F8 (G470/G475): Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of the LCD screen. Fn + Insert (G570/G575): Fn + PgUp (G470/G475): Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + PgDn (G470/G475): Activate the insert function. Fn + Esc: Turn on/off ). Fn + F2...
... + F8 (G470/G475): Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of the LCD screen. Fn + Insert (G570/G575): Fn + PgUp (G470/G475): Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + PgDn (G470/G475): Activate the insert function. Fn + Esc: Turn on/off ). Fn + F2...