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... 6. Replacing devices . . . . . 31 Static electricity prevention 31 Replacing the battery 31 Replacing the backup battery 32 Replacing the hard disk drive 35 Replacing the keyboard 38 Replacing a memory module ... battery pack . 13 Checking the battery status 13 Using the ac power adapter 13 Charging the battery 14 Maximizing the battery life 14 Handling the battery... connection 47 Replacing the optical drive 50 Chapter 8. Troubleshooting computer problems 57 Troubleshooting 57 Battery and power problems 57 Computer screen problems 58 Problems with drives and other storage devices ...
... 6. Replacing devices . . . . . 31 Static electricity prevention 31 Replacing the battery 31 Replacing the backup battery 32 Replacing the hard disk drive 35 Replacing the keyboard 38 Replacing a memory module ... battery pack . 13 Checking the battery status 13 Using the ac power adapter 13 Charging the battery 14 Maximizing the battery life 14 Handling the battery... connection 47 Replacing the optical drive 50 Chapter 8. Troubleshooting computer problems 57 Troubleshooting 57 Battery and power problems 57 Computer screen problems 58 Problems with drives and other storage devices ...
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... China WEEE statement 67 EU WEEE statements 67 Japan recycling statements 67 Recycling information for Brazil 68 Battery recycling information for the European Union 69 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada 69 Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . . 69 Appendix C. Notices 71 Trademarks 72 Index 73 ii User Guide Regulatory information...
... China WEEE statement 67 EU WEEE statements 67 Japan recycling statements 67 Recycling information for Brazil 68 Battery recycling information for the European Union 69 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada 69 Battery recycling information for Taiwan . . . . . 69 Appendix C. Notices 71 Trademarks 72 Index 73 ii User Guide Regulatory information...
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When the ac power adapter is in the battery. Read this first Be sure to follow the important tips given here to continue to get the most use it generates.... • Periodically take hands from getting wet. Protect the cables from your computer. The temperature they cannot be walked on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other part of your body while it is connected to an electrical outlet and ... so might lead to cables may become hot. Protect yourself from the palm rest. Extended contact with your computer. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 iii
When the ac power adapter is in the battery. Read this first Be sure to follow the important tips given here to continue to get the most use it generates.... • Periodically take hands from getting wet. Protect the cables from your computer. The temperature they cannot be walked on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other part of your body while it is connected to an electrical outlet and ... so might lead to cables may become hot. Protect yourself from the palm rest. Extended contact with your computer. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 iii
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... the Customer Support Center for further guidance. If you have any question about the condition of the following Web site: http://support.lenovo.com Frequently inspect your product, stop using the product and unplug it is appropriate for further guidance. • Power cords, plugs... or damaged. • Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks, or fire. • Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, or creases), discharge from a battery, or a buildup of foreign substances on the battery. • A cracking, hissing or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the product. •...
... the Customer Support Center for further guidance. If you have any question about the condition of the following Web site: http://support.lenovo.com Frequently inspect your product, stop using the product and unplug it is appropriate for further guidance. • Power cords, plugs... or damaged. • Signs of overheating, smoke, sparks, or fire. • Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, or creases), discharge from a battery, or a buildup of foreign substances on the battery. • A cracking, hissing or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the product. •...
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...unused for compatibility and should be stored at room temperature, charged to approximately 30 to water or other than the one specified by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose it to water or rain. • Do not attempt to open or service... Never attempt to disassemble it. • Do not short-circuit it. • Keep it away from the battery manufacturer. The battery pack contains a small amount of the type recommended by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is danger of time. We recommend that is damaged, or if you notice any...
...unused for compatibility and should be stored at room temperature, charged to approximately 30 to water or other than the one specified by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose it to water or rain. • Do not attempt to open or service... Never attempt to disassemble it. • Do not short-circuit it. • Keep it away from the battery manufacturer. The battery pack contains a small amount of the type recommended by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is danger of time. We recommend that is damaged, or if you notice any...
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The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Perchlorate Material - special handling may contain perchlorate. Do not: • Throw or ... required by the manufacturer. California Perchlorate Information: Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell batteries may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate © Copyright Lenovo 2012 ix Lithium coin cell battery notice DANGER Danger of explosion if battery is recommended by local ordinances or regulations. When replacing the lithium coin cell...
The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of. Perchlorate Material - special handling may contain perchlorate. Do not: • Throw or ... required by the manufacturer. California Perchlorate Information: Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell batteries may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate © Copyright Lenovo 2012 ix Lithium coin cell battery notice DANGER Danger of explosion if battery is recommended by local ordinances or regulations. When replacing the lithium coin cell...
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... reliable operation. Never use the keyboard for dust accumulation. • Remove dust from the palm rest; The amount of heat depends on or the battery is connected to an electrical outlet and your body in explosive environments. • Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are charging. Never block... of the computer for computers in the bezel. Do not place the adapter in contact with any part of your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in contact with a hot section of time. • Do not operate your body while using the keyboard by ...
... reliable operation. Never use the keyboard for dust accumulation. • Remove dust from the palm rest; The amount of heat depends on or the battery is connected to an electrical outlet and your body in explosive environments. • Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are charging. Never block... of the computer for computers in the bezel. Do not place the adapter in contact with any part of your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in contact with a hot section of time. • Do not operate your body while using the keyboard by ...
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...current from power, telephone, and communication cables is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. • Do... outlet. • Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment when there is hazardous. Never use cracked or damaged discs. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 xi To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not use your computer, do the following procedures when installing, moving, or opening...
...current from power, telephone, and communication cables is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in the installation and configuration procedures. • Do... outlet. • Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment when there is hazardous. Never use cracked or damaged discs. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 xi To avoid a shock hazard: • Do not use your computer, do the following procedures when installing, moving, or opening...
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... the computer and charge the battery. Front view Figure 4. Note: Your computer is compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0. 3 Optical drive The optical drive reads optical discs. 4 USB connector Connect devices compatible with a USB interface, such as a USB printer or a digital camera. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c right-side view 1 Combo ... to "Using USB connectors" on page 13. Note: Your computer is compatible with a USB interface, such as a USB printer or a digital camera. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, V580c front view 4 User Guide Right-side view 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 3.
... the computer and charge the battery. Front view Figure 4. Note: Your computer is compatible with USB 1.1 and 2.0. 3 Optical drive The optical drive reads optical discs. 4 USB connector Connect devices compatible with a USB interface, such as a USB printer or a digital camera. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c right-side view 1 Combo ... to "Using USB connectors" on page 13. Note: Your computer is compatible with a USB interface, such as a USB printer or a digital camera. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, V580c front view 4 User Guide Right-side view 1 2 3 4 5 Figure 3.
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... view 1 2 3 4 Figure 5. For more information, refer to know your computer. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c bottom view 1 Battery latch (manual) 2 Battery 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) 4 Bottom slot cover 1 Battery latch (manual) Keeps the battery secured in microphone captures sound and voice when it is used with battery power whenever ac power is unavailable. For more information, refer...
... view 1 2 3 4 Figure 5. For more information, refer to know your computer. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c bottom view 1 Battery latch (manual) 2 Battery 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) 4 Bottom slot cover 1 Battery latch (manual) Keeps the battery secured in microphone captures sound and voice when it is used with battery power whenever ac power is unavailable. For more information, refer...
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...drive, memory module, and mini-PCI Express Card are placed underneath. Status indicators The status indicators show the current status of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 1 Caps lock indicator Press the Caps Lock key to enable the Caps Lock mode to type numbers quickly. 3 Hard ... Protection System (APS) is reading or writing data. 4 APS status indicator Your computer may come with an APS status indicator. 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) Keeps the battery secured in uppercase directly. 2 Numeric lock indicator When the indicator is on , a hard disk drive or an optical drive is enabled...
...drive, memory module, and mini-PCI Express Card are placed underneath. Status indicators The status indicators show the current status of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 1 Caps lock indicator Press the Caps Lock key to enable the Caps Lock mode to type numbers quickly. 3 Hard ... Protection System (APS) is reading or writing data. 4 APS status indicator Your computer may come with an APS status indicator. 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) Keeps the battery secured in uppercase directly. 2 Numeric lock indicator When the indicator is on , a hard disk drive or an optical drive is enabled...
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... • Integrated camera • Built-in microphones Keyboard • 6-row Lenovo keyboard Chapter 1. Processor • See the system properties of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 5 Power and battery status indicator • Green: The battery charge level is between 80% and 100%, or the battery discharge level is between 20% and 100%. • Slow blinking green...
... • Integrated camera • Built-in microphones Keyboard • 6-row Lenovo keyboard Chapter 1. Processor • See the system properties of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 5 Power and battery status indicator • Green: The battery charge level is between 80% and 100%, or the battery discharge level is between 20% and 100%. • Slow blinking green...
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...) • Integrated WiMAX • 100/1000 Mbps Ethernet communication Security features • Fingerprint reader Specifications This topic lists the physical specifications for your computer. Lenovo V480c: 30.8 mm - • One-key Recovery Pro program button Interface • Combo audio jack (stereo headphone or headset) • Two USB ... at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack • Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack 8 User Guide Lenovo V480 and V480c Size • Width: 340 mm • Depth: 234.6 mm • Height: -
...) • Integrated WiMAX • 100/1000 Mbps Ethernet communication Security features • Fingerprint reader Specifications This topic lists the physical specifications for your computer. Lenovo V480c: 30.8 mm - • One-key Recovery Pro program button Interface • Combo audio jack (stereo headphone or headset) • Two USB ... at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack • Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack 8 User Guide Lenovo V480 and V480c Size • Width: 340 mm • Depth: 234.6 mm • Height: -
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Getting to 60 Hz Battery pack • Li-Ion battery pack Chapter 1. Lenovo V580: 32 mm - Lenovo V580c: 33.1 mm Heat output • 65 W (222 Btu/hr) or 90 W (307 Btu/hr) maximum heat output (depending on the model) Power source (ac power adapter) • Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to know your computer 9 Lenovo V580 and V580c Size • Width: 378 mm • Depth: 252 mm • Height: -
Getting to 60 Hz Battery pack • Li-Ion battery pack Chapter 1. Lenovo V580: 32 mm - Lenovo V580c: 33.1 mm Heat output • 65 W (222 Btu/hr) or 90 W (307 Btu/hr) maximum heat output (depending on the model) Power source (ac power adapter) • Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to know your computer 9 Lenovo V580 and V580c Size • Width: 378 mm • Depth: 252 mm • Height: -
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...you can I do if the backup process fails? Solution: Go to http://support.lenovo.com. • Question: Where can I follow when using your computer" on page 12 • "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 13 • "Using the touch pad or click pad" on... the hard disk drive. • Question: What can I install the device drivers? For an explanation of the alternative recovery solution offered by Lenovo, see "Lenovo Limited Warranty" in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with my computer? If your computer is a requirement to know your computer" on page...
...you can I do if the backup process fails? Solution: Go to http://support.lenovo.com. • Question: Where can I follow when using your computer" on page 12 • "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 13 • "Using the touch pad or click pad" on... the hard disk drive. • Question: What can I install the device drivers? For an explanation of the alternative recovery solution offered by Lenovo, see "Lenovo Limited Warranty" in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with my computer? If your computer is a requirement to know your computer" on page...
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... it from your computer into sleep mode or shutting it down To conserve power, put the computer into an electrical outlet. Installing the battery pack For instructions on the computer. Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet To connect the computer to an electrical outlet, do I ...your critical data before using your computer for the first time. Plug the power cord into sleep mode. Connecting to power The supplied battery pack is damaged, try to the factory default settings? The configuration process might need to restore the computer to select another file path...
... it from your computer into sleep mode or shutting it down To conserve power, put the computer into an electrical outlet. Installing the battery pack For instructions on the computer. Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet To connect the computer to an electrical outlet, do I ...your critical data before using your computer for the first time. Plug the power cord into sleep mode. Connecting to power The supplied battery pack is damaged, try to the factory default settings? The configuration process might need to restore the computer to select another file path...
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...about how to run your computer: how often you access the hard disk drive, how bright you make the computer display. Checking the battery status The battery gauge in sleep state) before you use with it, or from ac power through the ac power adapter. The power cord that ... computer 13 Shutting down . Because each computer user has different habits and needs, it down the computer If you use ac power, the battery charges automatically. The transformer pack that plugs into the ac outlet and into the transformer pack. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet....
...about how to run your computer: how often you access the hard disk drive, how bright you make the computer display. Checking the battery status The battery gauge in sleep state) before you use with it, or from ac power through the ac power adapter. The power cord that ... computer 13 Shutting down . Because each computer user has different habits and needs, it down the computer If you use ac power, the battery charges automatically. The transformer pack that plugs into the ac outlet and into the transformer pack. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet....
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... used for a long time Notes: • You are advised to install the battery pack when using your computer to charge the battery or replace it with a fully charged one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty. 14 User Guide Handling the... battery DANGER Do not attempt to do either of your computer. • To maximize the battery life, do not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops ...
... used for a long time Notes: • You are advised to install the battery pack when using your computer to charge the battery or replace it with a fully charged one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty. 14 User Guide Handling the... battery DANGER Do not attempt to do either of your computer. • To maximize the battery life, do not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops ...
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... a small amount of an explosion. Using the touch pad B580 1 2 3 Note: Your computer might come with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. Chapter 2. DANGER If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only...
... a small amount of an explosion. Using the touch pad B580 1 2 3 Note: Your computer might come with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. Chapter 2. DANGER If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of harmful substances. To avoid possible injury: • Replace only...
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... your computer before you use. 20 User Guide Notes: • When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, disable it to save the battery power. • You need to restart your computer between them. Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Some...
... your computer before you use. 20 User Guide Notes: • When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, disable it to save the battery power. • You need to restart your computer between them. Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Some...