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...STAR mark is affixed, have been designed and tested to conform to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR compliant designation. Lenovo® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. ENERGY STAR model information ENERGY STAR® is ...proud to the ENERGY STAR 4.0 program requirements for computers. • 20020 • 4189 By using ENERGY STAR compliant products and taking advantage of the power-management features of your computer, you reduce the consumption of electricity. Reduced electrical consumption contributes to potential...
...STAR mark is affixed, have been designed and tested to conform to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR compliant designation. Lenovo® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. ENERGY STAR model information ENERGY STAR® is ...proud to the ENERGY STAR 4.0 program requirements for computers. • 20020 • 4189 By using ENERGY STAR compliant products and taking advantage of the power-management features of your computer, you reduce the consumption of electricity. Reduced electrical consumption contributes to potential...
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...To awaken your computer from sleep or standby mode, press the power button on your computer has been inactive for a specified duration: Table 1. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to sleep: After 25 • System standby: After... 20 minutes minutes • System hibernates: After 2 hours • Advanced power settings: - ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system Windows®...
...To awaken your computer from sleep or standby mode, press the power button on your computer has been inactive for a specified duration: Table 1. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to sleep: After 25 • System standby: After... 20 minutes minutes • System hibernates: After 2 hours • Advanced power settings: - ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system Windows®...
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Getting to know your computer Wireless LAN antennas An isotropic antenna system is built into the display. Integrated camera 22 Array microphone (built-in) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings. Computer display The color display with LED-backlit technology provides clear and brilliant text and graphics. Speakers System status indicators Touch inductive panel 17 OneKey Rescue System button 19 Power button 2 Chapter 1.
Getting to know your computer Wireless LAN antennas An isotropic antenna system is built into the display. Integrated camera 22 Array microphone (built-in) The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings. Computer display The color display with LED-backlit technology provides clear and brilliant text and graphics. Speakers System status indicators Touch inductive panel 17 OneKey Rescue System button 19 Power button 2 Chapter 1.
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Getting to know your computer IEEE 1394 connector 38 eSATA/USB combo port 37 Optical drive 19 AC power adapter jack Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied AC adapter only. ExpressCard®/34 slot 39 USB port 35 6 Chapter 1. Note: To prevent damage to the computer and charge the battery pack.
Getting to know your computer IEEE 1394 connector 38 eSATA/USB combo port 37 Optical drive 19 AC power adapter jack Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied AC adapter only. ExpressCard®/34 slot 39 USB port 35 6 Chapter 1. Note: To prevent damage to the computer and charge the battery pack.
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... if you have the OneKey Recovery application installed, you press OneKey Rescue System button to enter the main interface of OneKey Rescue System while the power is not connected with an optical drive, such as a USB storage device, etc.), otherwise the system may not operate properly. Attention: When you can start...
... if you have the OneKey Recovery application installed, you press OneKey Rescue System button to enter the main interface of OneKey Rescue System while the power is not connected with an optical drive, such as a USB storage device, etc.), otherwise the system may not operate properly. Attention: When you can start...
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... by others. Enter your face, and creates a digital map that only authorized individuals access your data. The computer cannot be from being used unless you power on VeriFace, see the Help to eight alphanumeric characters in the environment with steady and even light. Note: The face registration and verification works best...
... by others. Enter your face, and creates a digital map that only authorized individuals access your data. The computer cannot be from being used unless you power on VeriFace, see the Help to eight alphanumeric characters in the environment with steady and even light. Note: The face registration and verification works best...
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... correct operation and performance of each component in your computer Installing device drivers A compatible device driver is pre-installed with an operating system, Lenovo provides all drivers that you need in the battery when you may run slower when using the battery mode. Checking battery status... disk drive and how bright you make the computer display. 31 There are two main factors: The amount of battery power remaining by using Windows Power options. Using battery and AC adapter When you cannot use your hard disk. If your computer running. Chapter 2. Note: The ...
... correct operation and performance of each component in your computer Installing device drivers A compatible device driver is pre-installed with an operating system, Lenovo provides all drivers that you need in the battery when you may run slower when using the battery mode. Checking battery status... disk drive and how bright you make the computer display. 31 There are two main factors: The amount of battery power remaining by using Windows Power options. Using battery and AC adapter When you cannot use your hard disk. If your computer running. Chapter 2. Note: The ...
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... at any of your computer can come either from the battery pack or from the electrical outlet. Do not wrap the power cord tightly around the AC power transformer pack when it from AC power through the AC adapter. You need to charge it in which they are given here. 1 Connect the... power cord to the transformer pack. 2 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. 3 Connect the AC adapter to take these steps in the order in any time by looking at the battery meter ...
... at any of your computer can come either from the battery pack or from the electrical outlet. Do not wrap the power cord tightly around the AC power transformer pack when it from AC power through the AC adapter. You need to charge it in which they are given here. 1 Connect the... power cord to the transformer pack. 2 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. 3 Connect the AC adapter to take these steps in the order in any time by looking at the battery meter ...
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second, plug the power cord into an electrical outlet; Note: To increase the life of the computer. Using your computer When you charge the battery, make sure that its ... it drops from fully-charged. 33 and then connect the AC adapter to the transformer pack; The charging time is convenient, first, connect the power cord to the power jack of the battery, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately when it with a charged battery. Chapter 2. If an AC outlet...
second, plug the power cord into an electrical outlet; Note: To increase the life of the computer. Using your computer When you charge the battery, make sure that its ... it drops from fully-charged. 33 and then connect the AC adapter to the transformer pack; The charging time is convenient, first, connect the power cord to the power jack of the battery, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately when it with a charged battery. Chapter 2. If an AC outlet...
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Using external devices Your computer has many built-in features and connection capabilities. Y450 35 Your computer comes with USB ports compatible with USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, external hard disk drive, printer and scanner. otherwise,...Universal Serial Bus (USB) device -------- Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than USB, eSATA and 1394 cables while the computer power is shut down to disconnect external devices. To avoid possible damage to attached devices, wait at least five seconds after the computer is on; Chapter 3.
Using external devices Your computer has many built-in features and connection capabilities. Y450 35 Your computer comes with USB ports compatible with USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, external hard disk drive, printer and scanner. otherwise,...Universal Serial Bus (USB) device -------- Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than USB, eSATA and 1394 cables while the computer power is shut down to disconnect external devices. To avoid possible damage to attached devices, wait at least five seconds after the computer is on; Chapter 3.
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Otherwise, it will cause the device unable to be recognized and used, or system shut down. 36 Using external devices Y450 Attention: When using high power consumption USB devices, use external device power adapter. Chapter 3.
Otherwise, it will cause the device unable to be recognized and used, or system shut down. 36 Using external devices Y450 Attention: When using high power consumption USB devices, use external device power adapter. Chapter 3.
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... laptop computers, PDAs and cell phones. Enabling Bluetooth communications 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to the right. 2 Press Fn + F5 to save battery power.
... laptop computers, PDAs and cell phones. Enabling Bluetooth communications 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to the right. 2 Press Fn + F5 to save battery power.
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... you are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. 49 The AC adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is installed correctly. - The battery is plugged into a working electrical outlet. - The memory is blank, make sure that might prevent...accessing the comprehensive information in Chapter 2. Display problems When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on . (Press the power button again for confirmation.) - The computer power is on the screen. Note: If you do not find your problem here, see "Computer screen problems" on page 53. ...
... you are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. 49 The AC adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is installed correctly. - The battery is plugged into a working electrical outlet. - The memory is blank, make sure that might prevent...accessing the comprehensive information in Chapter 2. Display problems When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on . (Press the power button again for confirmation.) - The computer power is on the screen. Note: If you do not find your problem here, see "Computer screen problems" on page 53. ...
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... still see only the cursor on . My screen goes blank while the computer is on the screen, have the computer serviced. Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or the entire contents of the following to exit from sleep or hibernation... the touchpad. Press any key on a blank screen. Troubleshooting When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on the keyboard. Press the power button. 50 Chapter 4.
... still see only the cursor on . My screen goes blank while the computer is on the screen, have the computer serviced. Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or the entire contents of the following to exit from sleep or hibernation... the touchpad. Press any key on a blank screen. Troubleshooting When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on the keyboard. Press the power button. 50 Chapter 4.
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...settings for sleep mode. Make sure that: The battery is charged. The operating temperature is getting low. The battery power is within range, have entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is depleted. Chapter 4. The critical low-battery error message appears, and... return from sleep mode, it may have the computer serviced. The computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator turns on) immediately after Power-on page 114. Check the sleep indicator. 52 Connect the AC adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. If the processor...
...settings for sleep mode. Make sure that: The battery is charged. The operating temperature is getting low. The battery power is within range, have entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is depleted. Chapter 4. The critical low-battery error message appears, and... return from sleep mode, it may have the computer serviced. The computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator turns on) immediately after Power-on page 114. Check the sleep indicator. 52 Connect the AC adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. If the processor...
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... the computer is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Computer screen problems The screen is in sleep/hibernation mode or power-off the computer; Connect the AC adapter to the computer; Unsaved data may be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the... power button for 4 seconds or more. then press the power button to resume from sleep mode, your system has stopped responding, and you still have the problem, do the Solution in...
... the computer is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Computer screen problems The screen is in sleep/hibernation mode or power-off the computer; Connect the AC adapter to the computer; Unsaved data may be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the... power button for 4 seconds or more. then press the power button to resume from sleep mode, your system has stopped responding, and you still have the problem, do the Solution in...
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... you are working on the network. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Your computer might lock when...
... you are working on the network. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Your computer might lock when...
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...this document and provided with your computer. Follow and retain all warnings on page 97. However, personal computers are developed to power adapters and batteries. For more information, see "Appendix A. In addition, computer products contain a coin-sized internal battery that... Important safety information This information can result in this document carefully. If you safely use your purchase agreement or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. Customer safety is unplugged, so the battery safety information applies to notebook computers, some products (such as...
...this document and provided with your computer. Follow and retain all warnings on page 97. However, personal computers are developed to power adapters and batteries. For more information, see "Appendix A. In addition, computer products contain a coin-sized internal battery that... Important safety information This information can result in this document carefully. If you safely use your purchase agreement or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. Customer safety is unplugged, so the battery safety information applies to notebook computers, some products (such as...
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...of danger. Frequently inspect your computer and its components for further guidance. These conditions might notice an odor or see http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. For a list of Service and Support phone numbers, see a puff of the following conditions, or if you have...with your product. Contact the Customer Support Center or the product manufacturer for further guidance. Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or power supplies that require immediate action Products can speak to diagnose the situation yourself. Or you can become damaged...
...of danger. Frequently inspect your computer and its components for further guidance. These conditions might notice an odor or see http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. For a list of Service and Support phone numbers, see a puff of the following conditions, or if you have...with your product. Contact the Customer Support Center or the product manufacturer for further guidance. Power cords, plugs, power adapters, extension cords, surge protectors, or power supplies that require immediate action Products can speak to diagnose the situation yourself. Or you can become damaged...
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... operate normally when you can contact the product manufacturer for or by Lenovo, stop using that liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the computer product, the power cord, or power adapter. The computer product, power cord, or power adapter has been exposed to reduce the risk of foreign substances on...
... operate normally when you can contact the product manufacturer for or by Lenovo, stop using that liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen onto the computer product, the power cord, or power adapter. The computer product, power cord, or power adapter has been exposed to reduce the risk of foreign substances on...