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... of safety, this partition varies according to as a "hidden partition". Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 4 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM If a portion of the hard disk space has been used for some specific purpose, then the capacity indicated by the operating system is always less ...than X × 0.931 G. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes Lenovo computers come with preinstalled OneKey Rescue System, so the hard disk has a special portion partitioned before delivery, which is partitioned or formatted, ...
... of safety, this partition varies according to as a "hidden partition". Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 4 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM If a portion of the hard disk space has been used for some specific purpose, then the capacity indicated by the operating system is always less ...than X × 0.931 G. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes Lenovo computers come with preinstalled OneKey Rescue System, so the hard disk has a special portion partitioned before delivery, which is partitioned or formatted, ...
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...31 Connecting an external display 33 Connecting a headphone and audio device 35 Connecting an external microphone 37 Connecting a Bluetooth device (specific models only 38 Chapter 4. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer 1... 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 Securing your computer 22 Installing device drivers 24...
...31 Connecting an external display 33 Connecting a headphone and audio device 35 Connecting an external microphone 37 Connecting a Bluetooth device (specific models only 38 Chapter 4. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer 1... 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 Securing your computer 22 Installing device drivers 24...
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Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) ....... 101 Appendix C. Specifications ..... 102 Specifications 102 Appendix D. Lenovo Limited Warranty 87 Warranty information 95 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 99 Appendix B. Safety, Use, and Care Information 55 Important safety information 55 Caring your hard disk 123 Trademarks 125....... 121 Notice for Users in the U.S.A 123 Notice on deleting data from your computer 72 Accessibility and comfort ......... 80 Maintenance 83 Appendix A. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page ii Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 6.
Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) ....... 101 Appendix C. Specifications ..... 102 Specifications 102 Appendix D. Lenovo Limited Warranty 87 Warranty information 95 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 99 Appendix B. Safety, Use, and Care Information 55 Important safety information 55 Caring your hard disk 123 Trademarks 125....... 121 Notice for Users in the U.S.A 123 Notice on deleting data from your computer 72 Accessibility and comfort ......... 80 Maintenance 83 Appendix A. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page ii Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 6.
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Getting to Know Your Computer Right-side view ab c d USB port 28 TV-in jack (Specific models only) Use this jack to connect with TV signal cable through the provided TV adapter (Analog/digital input supported). Optical drive 17 AC power adapter jack Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied AC adapter only. 5 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 1. Note: To prevent damage to the computer and charge the battery pack.
Getting to Know Your Computer Right-side view ab c d USB port 28 TV-in jack (Specific models only) Use this jack to connect with TV signal cable through the provided TV adapter (Analog/digital input supported). Optical drive 17 AC power adapter jack Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied AC adapter only. 5 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 1. Note: To prevent damage to the computer and charge the battery pack.
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...compartment Central Processing Unit (CPU)/ Memory (DDR 3 RAM)/ Wireless LAN Card/ TV card (Specific models only) compartment Important: Do not disassemble or replace any component by yourself! Move the manual...unlocked position. Battery pack 24 Battery latch - When you do need to, ask a Lenovo authorized service center or dealer to disassemble or replace it. 8 Move the manual battery latch to the...this latch automatically secures the battery in place. Getting to insert or remove the battery pack. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 8 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 1. spring ...
...compartment Central Processing Unit (CPU)/ Memory (DDR 3 RAM)/ Wireless LAN Card/ TV card (Specific models only) compartment Important: Do not disassemble or replace any component by yourself! Move the manual...unlocked position. Battery pack 24 Battery latch - When you do need to, ask a Lenovo authorized service center or dealer to disassemble or replace it. 8 Move the manual battery latch to the...this latch automatically secures the battery in place. Getting to insert or remove the battery pack. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 8 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 1. spring ...
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... need to install a separate third party dedicated application, because Windows Vista does not include a program for convenient media enjoyment. Using Your Computer Using lenovo remote control (specific models only) ---------- Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 19 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. Messenger, and so on when the camera is supported only...
... need to install a separate third party dedicated application, because Windows Vista does not include a program for convenient media enjoyment. Using Your Computer Using lenovo remote control (specific models only) ---------- Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 19 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. Messenger, and so on when the camera is supported only...
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...'s maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to excessive sound pressure levels. 36 To help protect against hearing loss, ensure that do not comply with specifications of the headphones or earphone connectors do not comply with EN 50332-2 can be dangerous if the output of EN 50332-2. The headphone output connector... use also comply with EN 50332-2 Sub clause 7. Using External Devices Warning: Listening to music at high volume can be dangerous due to 150 mV. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 36 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3.
...'s maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to excessive sound pressure levels. 36 To help protect against hearing loss, ensure that do not comply with specifications of the headphones or earphone connectors do not comply with EN 50332-2 can be dangerous if the output of EN 50332-2. The headphone output connector... use also comply with EN 50332-2 Sub clause 7. Using External Devices Warning: Listening to music at high volume can be dangerous due to 150 mV. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 36 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3.
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...Bluetoothenabled devices (market available), please refer to the instructions shipped with the devices that you have purchased separately. 38 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 38 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3. For details on connecting other Bluetoothenabled devices, ...such as 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. Using External Devices Connecting a Bluetooth device (specific models only If your computer has ...
...Bluetoothenabled devices (market available), please refer to the instructions shipped with the devices that you have purchased separately. 38 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 38 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3. For details on connecting other Bluetoothenabled devices, ...such as 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. Using External Devices Connecting a Bluetooth device (specific models only If your computer has ...
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...: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. More tips can I prevent problems with your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 Setup Poster. See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. For details about safety. Where can be found in Chapter 1 and 2. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)" on... find detailed answers. What are the main hardware features of this guide. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 39 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 4. How can find the detailed specifications for detailed information about each publication included in Chapter 2. 39 My computer ...
...: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. More tips can I prevent problems with your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 Setup Poster. See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. For details about safety. Where can be found in Chapter 1 and 2. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)" on... find detailed answers. What are the main hardware features of this guide. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 39 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 4. How can find the detailed specifications for detailed information about each publication included in Chapter 2. 39 My computer ...
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... automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. See "Specifications" on self-test (POST). Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 44 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 4. Make sure that: The battery is charged. The...
... automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. See "Specifications" on self-test (POST). Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 44 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 4. Make sure that: The battery is charged. The...
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... Getting help and service If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more specific information and links, go for service should it be necessary. For more information about Lenovo computers, what to do if you will find a wide variety of , or questions related ...to call for additional information about Lenovo computers, you experience a problem with installation of sources available from a disc. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 50 Wednesday...
... Getting help and service If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more specific information and links, go for service should it be necessary. For more information about Lenovo computers, what to do if you will find a wide variety of , or questions related ...to call for additional information about Lenovo computers, you experience a problem with installation of sources available from a disc. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 50 Wednesday...
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... and understand how to use it is helpful to have your computer has its own specific driver. If you have the error screen on how to operate that contain instructions for... a certain piece of hardware. Also, if the machine is in front of hardware. After you . Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 86 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Each hardware component ...on your country's Customer Support Center at the following Web address: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Device drivers are programs that piece of you install the driver, the operating system can...
... and understand how to use it is helpful to have your computer has its own specific driver. If you have the error screen on how to operate that contain instructions for... a certain piece of hardware. Also, if the machine is in front of hardware. After you . Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 86 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Each hardware component ...on your country's Customer Support Center at the following Web address: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Device drivers are programs that piece of you install the driver, the operating system can...
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...over the telephone, e-mail or through your application of software updates or the installation of a CRU by contacting Lenovo or an approved service provider. Lenovo Limited Warranty How to download and install designated software updates. Charges may direct you , 88 Each of...must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures specified. Contact a local Service Provider for location-specific information. What your problem over the telephone or remotely, through remote assistance. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 88 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix A. A...
...over the telephone, e-mail or through your application of software updates or the installation of a CRU by contacting Lenovo or an approved service provider. Lenovo Limited Warranty How to download and install designated software updates. Charges may direct you , 88 Each of...must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures specified. Contact a local Service Provider for location-specific information. What your problem over the telephone or remotely, through remote assistance. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 88 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix A. A...
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... in which the product has been announced and made available by Lenovo. 94 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 94 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty Other rights THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM ...STATE TO STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS UNDER APPLICABLE LAW OR WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH LENOVO. NOTHING IN THIS WARRANTY AFFECTS STATUTORY RIGHTS, ...
... in which the product has been announced and made available by Lenovo. 94 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 94 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty Other rights THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM ...STATE TO STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS UNDER APPLICABLE LAW OR WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH LENOVO. NOTHING IN THIS WARRANTY AFFECTS STATUTORY RIGHTS, ...
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...following types of external CRUs: External CRUs (pluggable): These CRUs unplug from the computer. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 101 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix B. However, ... by either one or two screws. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is typically secured by the customer. There are safe for replacing all external CRUs...require tools such as a screwdriver. External CRUs are computer parts that are concealed by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Examples of these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and...
...following types of external CRUs: External CRUs (pluggable): These CRUs unplug from the computer. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 101 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix B. However, ... by either one or two screws. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU is typically secured by the customer. There are safe for replacing all external CRUs...require tools such as a screwdriver. External CRUs are computer parts that are concealed by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Examples of these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and...
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... disc in the drive: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) - Specifications Specifications Size Approximate 384.2 mm × 254.5 mm × 26-37 mm Environment Temperature - Storage: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 95% - Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 102 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix...
... disc in the drive: 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) - Specifications Specifications Size Approximate 384.2 mm × 254.5 mm × 26-37 mm Environment Temperature - Storage: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 95% - Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 102 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix...
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 103 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix C. Specifications Power source Input rating of the AC adapter: 100-240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz (AC adapter) 65 W (with integrated graphics card)/90 W (with discrete graphics card) Note: For models with discrete graphics card, the supplied 90 W AC adapter with the unit is recommended. Battery pack Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack - Nominal voltage: 11.1 V dc - Capacity: 56-57 Wh 103 Otherwise, it will cause AC adapter overheating or machine malfunction.
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 103 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix C. Specifications Power source Input rating of the AC adapter: 100-240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz (AC adapter) 65 W (with integrated graphics card)/90 W (with discrete graphics card) Note: For models with discrete graphics card, the supplied 90 W AC adapter with the unit is recommended. Battery pack Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack - Nominal voltage: 11.1 V dc - Capacity: 56-57 Wh 103 Otherwise, it will cause AC adapter overheating or machine malfunction.
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...Lenovo... the intellectual property rights of Lenovo or third parties. Therefore, ...Lenovo product, and use in any way it believes appropriate without notice. The products described in this document does not affect or change Lenovo product specifications... or warranties. Nothing in this document are provided for convenience only and do not in other operating environments may use or distribute any of those Web sites. Lenovo... injury or death to non-Lenovo Web sites are not intended ...contained herein was obtained in specific environments and is no guarantee...
...Lenovo... the intellectual property rights of Lenovo or third parties. Therefore, ...Lenovo product, and use in any way it believes appropriate without notice. The products described in this document does not affect or change Lenovo product specifications... or warranties. Nothing in this document are provided for convenience only and do not in other operating environments may use or distribute any of those Web sites. Lenovo... injury or death to non-Lenovo Web sites are not intended ...contained herein was obtained in specific environments and is no guarantee...
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...purchased. Export classification notice This product is protected by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for their specific environment. Actual results may not match the actual configuration of this document should verify the applicable data for home and other... intellectual property rights. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that have the factory-installed television-output feature. Notices extrapolation. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 106 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix D. The software interface and hardware ...
...purchased. Export classification notice This product is protected by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is intended for their specific environment. Actual results may not match the actual configuration of this document should verify the applicable data for home and other... intellectual property rights. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that have the factory-installed television-output feature. Notices extrapolation. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 106 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix D. The software interface and hardware ...
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... PPP Personal Area Network Generic Object Exchange Generic Object Push File Transfer 107 Following profiles are supported by the Bluetooth SIG. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 107 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix D. Notices Wireless related information Wireless interoperability Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini...
... PPP Personal Area Network Generic Object Exchange Generic Object Push File Transfer 107 Following profiles are supported by the Bluetooth SIG. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 107 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix D. Notices Wireless related information Wireless interoperability Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini...