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When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your computer. Choose the optical drive as the ... here of installation do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. To start your computer from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to open the System window. To activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to open the boot selection menu. page...
When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your computer. Choose the optical drive as the ... here of installation do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. To start your computer from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to open the System window. To activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to open the boot selection menu. page...
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 2 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM For more...30 minutes minutes • Put the computer to your Windows Help and Support information system. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to -day operations. Hibernate: After 1 hour To awaken your computer from a Sleep...your computer has been inactive for a specified duration: Table 1. Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to take effect when your keyboard. For more information about these settings, refer to sleep: After ...
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 2 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM For more...30 minutes minutes • Put the computer to your Windows Help and Support information system. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to -day operations. Hibernate: After 1 hour To awaken your computer from a Sleep...your computer has been inactive for a specified duration: Table 1. Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to take effect when your keyboard. For more information about these settings, refer to sleep: After ...
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... Getting help and service............50 Getting help on the Web ...........51 Calling the customer support center 51 Getting help around the world 54 i Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 1. Using External Devices 28 Connecting a Universal Serial...models only 38 Chapter 4. Using Your Computer 9 Using the touch pad 9 Using the keyboard 11 Special keys and buttons........... 14 Using the optical drive 17 Using memory cards 17 Using lenovo remote control (specific models only 19 Using the integrated camera..... 19 Using the internet 20...
... Getting help and service............50 Getting help on the Web ...........51 Calling the customer support center 51 Getting help around the world 54 i Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 1. Using External Devices 28 Connecting a Universal Serial...models only 38 Chapter 4. Using Your Computer 9 Using the touch pad 9 Using the keyboard 11 Special keys and buttons........... 14 Using the optical drive 17 Using memory cards 17 Using lenovo remote control (specific models only 19 Using the integrated camera..... 19 Using the internet 20...
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..., slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to those of a pad and two click buttons below the keyboard. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using the touch pad The touch pad consists of the...
..., slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to those of a pad and two click buttons below the keyboard. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using the touch pad The touch pad consists of the...
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Using Your Computer Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in this manual may differ from the actual product. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 11 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8. * The illustrations in the standard keyboard. Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Please refer to the actual product. 11
Using Your Computer Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in this manual may differ from the actual product. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 11 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8. * The illustrations in the standard keyboard. Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Please refer to the actual product. 11
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...wait at least five seconds after the computer is on; otherwise, you might damage your computer. To avoid possible damage to disconnect external devices. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 28 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3. Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device ------ Your ...computer comes with USB ports compatible with USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, hard disk drive, printer and scanner. 28 Using External Devices Your computer has many built-in features and connection capabilities.
...wait at least five seconds after the computer is on; otherwise, you might damage your computer. To avoid possible damage to disconnect external devices. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 28 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3. Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device ------ Your ...computer comes with USB ports compatible with USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, hard disk drive, printer and scanner. 28 Using External Devices Your computer has many built-in features and connection capabilities.
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...my new computer? What are the main hardware features of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you can I find detailed answers... included in Chapter 1 and 2. More tips can be found in Chapter 2. 39 Where can I prevent problems with your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 Setup Poster. I need to upgrade a device or I follow when using my computer? See "Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information...
...my new computer? What are the main hardware features of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you can I find detailed answers... included in Chapter 1 and 2. More tips can be found in Chapter 2. 39 Where can I prevent problems with your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 Setup Poster. I need to upgrade a device or I follow when using my computer? See "Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information...
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... screen, have the computer serviced. Troubleshooting When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on . If you still see only the cursor on the keyboard. Press the power button. 42 Restore backed-up files to your hard disk to resume from the screen saver or to the original factory...
... screen, have the computer serviced. Troubleshooting When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on . If you still see only the cursor on the keyboard. Press the power button. 42 Restore backed-up files to your hard disk to resume from the screen saver or to the original factory...
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.... Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot... reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. Proof of the keys on . The numeric lock function is correctly connected to have the password canceled. If you forgot your HDD password, a Lenovo... authorized servicer cannot reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer...F8. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have...
.... Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot... reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. Proof of the keys on . The numeric lock function is correctly connected to have the password canceled. If you forgot your HDD password, a Lenovo... authorized servicer cannot reset your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer...F8. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have...
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 64 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care ... operation. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap, or any extended length of heat due to use the keyboard, avoid keeping your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in contact with your hands from using the...basic precautions: When your body in explosive environments. 64 Periodically take breaks from the palm rest; When you use the keyboard for any extended length of time. Do not operate your palms on the amount of time. See http://www.dtsc.ca...
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 64 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care ... operation. Avoid keeping your hands, your lap, or any extended length of heat due to use the keyboard, avoid keeping your computer or charge the battery near flammable materials or in contact with your hands from using the...basic precautions: When your body in explosive environments. 64 Periodically take breaks from the palm rest; When you use the keyboard for any extended length of time. Do not operate your palms on the amount of time. See http://www.dtsc.ca...
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... AC adapter to warm your computer is connected to the cables may cause a skin burn. Route the cables of an AC adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any way subjected to use and enjoyment out of your computer. Be careful about where and how you work environments, you will..., and Care Information Caring your computer Though your body. Do not place the adapter in contact with your lap or any part of your computer. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 72 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Extended contact with any part of your computer, it . Your ...
... AC adapter to warm your computer is connected to the cables may cause a skin burn. Route the cables of an AC adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any way subjected to use and enjoyment out of your computer. Be careful about where and how you work environments, you will..., and Care Information Caring your computer Though your body. Do not place the adapter in contact with your lap or any part of your computer. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 72 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Extended contact with any part of your computer, it . Your ...
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...produce negative ions, give special attention to minimize any effects of a computer malfunction. If a computer is close to an appliance that fall into your keyboard can cause damage. Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to avoid the danger of ESD. Such a charge may become... Use, and Care Information Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from such an appliance. 73 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 73 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Your computer is exposed for an extended time to the air from...
...produce negative ions, give special attention to minimize any effects of a computer malfunction. If a computer is close to an appliance that fall into your keyboard can cause damage. Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to avoid the danger of ESD. Such a charge may become... Use, and Care Information Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from such an appliance. 73 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 73 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Your computer is exposed for an extended time to the air from...
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Do not pack your computer in sleep or hibernation mode, or turned off, before you take your open computer, hold it . Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 75 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. This will prevent damage to the hard disk drive and data loss. .... Use a quality carrying case that the battery is full. Be sure to remove any objects (including paper) between the closed LCD and the keyboard. 75 Safety, Use, and Care Information Be gentle with your computer Avoid placing any media, turn off attached devices, and disconnect cords and...
Do not pack your computer in sleep or hibernation mode, or turned off, before you take your open computer, hold it . Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 75 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. This will prevent damage to the hard disk drive and data loss. .... Use a quality carrying case that the battery is full. Be sure to remove any objects (including paper) between the closed LCD and the keyboard. 75 Safety, Use, and Care Information Be gentle with your computer Avoid placing any media, turn off attached devices, and disconnect cords and...
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...crumbs and dust from beneath the keys, you wipe several keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 79 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on a soft, dust-free cloth..... Note: Shut down the computer and then disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer. Cleaning your computer keyboard 1 Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on the display or the keyboard. 79 Wipe the keys one by one; Safety, Use, and Care Information 7 Wipe the cover with the clean sponge...
...crumbs and dust from beneath the keys, you wipe several keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 79 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on a soft, dust-free cloth..... Note: Shut down the computer and then disconnect the power cord before cleaning the computer. Cleaning your computer keyboard 1 Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on the display or the keyboard. 79 Wipe the keys one by one; Safety, Use, and Care Information 7 Wipe the cover with the clean sponge...
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...computer. 6 Be sure to dry the display before closing it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard when the cover was pressed from the outside. 2 Wipe or dust the stain gently with a ... dry cloth. 3 If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with disabilities. 80 Lenovo is important that does not contain impurities. 4 Wring out as much of isopropyl alcohol and water that... you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 80 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Accessibility...
...computer. 6 Be sure to dry the display before closing it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard when the cover was pressed from the outside. 2 Wipe or dust the stain gently with a ... dry cloth. 3 If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with disabilities. 80 Lenovo is important that does not contain impurities. 4 Wring out as much of isopropyl alcohol and water that... you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 80 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Accessibility...
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... driver information release notes prior to do so. 85 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 85 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. You might help along the way: Remove all external devices such as the printer, keyboard, and so on other non-Lenovo hardware. Safety, Use, and Care Information Note: Always...
... driver information release notes prior to do so. 85 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 85 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. You might help along the way: Remove all external devices such as the printer, keyboard, and so on other non-Lenovo hardware. Safety, Use, and Care Information Note: Always...
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...access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is typically secured by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) Customer Replaceable...as a screwdriver. Internal CRUs can be removed and installed by customers or by either one or two screws. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 101 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix B. Examples of these types ...two types of these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 101 Examples of CRUs: internal and external. There are responsible for removal by opening the computer's outer ...
...access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is typically secured by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) Customer Replaceable...as a screwdriver. Internal CRUs can be removed and installed by customers or by either one or two screws. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 101 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix B. Examples of these types ...two types of these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 101 Examples of CRUs: internal and external. There are responsible for removal by opening the computer's outer ...
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... Bluetooth Daughter Card operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes the integrated wireless cards are safe for use of the organization. Notices ...Synchronization Audio Gateway Headset Printer Human Interface Devices (Keyboard/Mouse) Basic Image Handsfree AV Usage environment and your health...by wireless devices like other radio devices. These situations may be restricted by consumers. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 108 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix...
... Bluetooth Daughter Card operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes the integrated wireless cards are safe for use of the organization. Notices ...Synchronization Audio Gateway Headset Printer Human Interface Devices (Keyboard/Mouse) Basic Image Handsfree AV Usage environment and your health...by wireless devices like other radio devices. These situations may be restricted by consumers. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 108 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix...
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 126 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Index A AC adapter Jack 5 Using 24 B Battery Charging 26 Bluetooth Connecting 38 Interoperability 107 Switch 6 Usage environment 108 C Camera 2, 13, 19 Card reader 17 Caring your computer 72 CIR port 6 Cleaning Computer cover 78 Computer display 80 Computer keyboard 79 126 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) parts list 101 Customer support center 51 D Display Cleaning 80 Drivers 24 E eSATA 30 ExpressCard/34" slot 31 F FCC Statement 113 Frequently Asked Questions 39 Function key combinations 12
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 126 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Index A AC adapter Jack 5 Using 24 B Battery Charging 26 Bluetooth Connecting 38 Interoperability 107 Switch 6 Usage environment 108 C Camera 2, 13, 19 Card reader 17 Caring your computer 72 CIR port 6 Cleaning Computer cover 78 Computer display 80 Computer keyboard 79 126 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) parts list 101 Customer support center 51 D Display Cleaning 80 Drivers 24 E eSATA 30 ExpressCard/34" slot 31 F FCC Statement 113 Frequently Asked Questions 39 Function key combinations 12
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 127 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Index H Hard disk drive Problems 48 HDMI port 4, 34 Headphone jack (S/PDIF 35 Help Customer support center.......... 51 Help and service 50 on the web 51 Hibernation mode problems 44 I Internet 20 K Keyboard Cleaning 78 Problems 43 Using 11 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 87 M Maintenance 83 Microphone Built-in 2 External 37 N Notice Electronic emissions 113 for US Users 123 Numeric Keypad 11 O OneKey Rescue System button ..... 2, 16 Optical drive 17 127
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 127 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Index H Hard disk drive Problems 48 HDMI port 4, 34 Headphone jack (S/PDIF 35 Help Customer support center.......... 51 Help and service 50 on the web 51 Hibernation mode problems 44 I Internet 20 K Keyboard Cleaning 78 Problems 43 Using 11 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 87 M Maintenance 83 Microphone Built-in 2 External 37 N Notice Electronic emissions 113 for US Users 123 Numeric Keypad 11 O OneKey Rescue System button ..... 2, 16 Optical drive 17 127