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... the Which type of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7. When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your keyboard) to open the boot selection menu. The remaining days within which you will be upgraded to...
... the Which type of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7. When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your keyboard) to open the boot selection menu. The remaining days within which you will be upgraded to...
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...Turn off hard disks: After 30 minutes minutes • Put the computer to take effect when your keyboard. Hibernate: After 1 hour To awaken your computer from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any...key 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 •System standby: After 20 minutes 25 ... an integral part of your Windows Help and Support information system. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 2 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM For more information ...
...Turn off hard disks: After 30 minutes minutes • Put the computer to take effect when your keyboard. Hibernate: After 1 hour To awaken your computer from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any...key 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 •System standby: After 20 minutes 25 ... an integral part of your Windows Help and Support information system. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 2 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM For more information ...
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...41 Chapter 5. Getting to Know Your Computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 3 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 Bottom view 7 Chapter 2. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 1. Getting Help and Service 50 Getting help and service............50 Getting...around the world 54 i 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 ...
...41 Chapter 5. Getting to Know Your Computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 3 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 Bottom view 7 Chapter 2. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Contents Chapter 1. Getting Help and Service 50 Getting help and service............50 Getting...around the world 54 i 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 ...
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. b a cd Note: You can also attach and use a USB mouse through the USB ..., 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. The functions of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse. To move the cursor on page 28. 9
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 2. b a cd Note: You can also attach and use a USB mouse through the USB ..., 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. The functions of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse. To move the cursor on page 28. 9
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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. 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. Please refer to the actual product. 11
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. 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. Please refer to the actual product. 11
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 28 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3. Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than ... to attached devices, wait at least five seconds after the computer is on; 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. Connecting a Universal Serial...
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 28 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 3. Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than ... to attached devices, wait at least five seconds after the computer is on; 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. Connecting a Universal Serial...
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What are the main hardware features of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. More tips can be found in Chapter 1 and 2. How can I prevent problems with your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 Setup Poster. Where can I find detailed answers. See "Chapter 6. More information can find the detailed...
What are the main hardware features of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. More tips can be found in Chapter 1 and 2. How can I prevent problems with your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 Setup Poster. Where can I find detailed answers. See "Chapter 6. More information can find the detailed...
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... on . Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Troubleshooting When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on the keyboard. Press the power button. 42 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 42 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 4. Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or...
... on . Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Troubleshooting When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on the keyboard. Press the power button. 42 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 42 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 4. Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or...
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..., and a fee will be charged for parts and service. If you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. If you enter a letter. Proof of... be charged for parts and service. Keyboard problems A number appears when you forgot your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to the computer. 43 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 43 Wednesday, December 10...
..., and a fee will be charged for parts and service. If you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. If you enter a letter. Proof of... be charged for parts and service. Keyboard problems A number appears when you forgot your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to the computer. 43 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 43 Wednesday, December 10...
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.../perchlorate. Heat and product ventilation Danger: Computers, AC adapters, and many accessories can generate a significant amount of heat due to use the keyboard, avoid keeping your palms on or the battery is turned on the palm rest for any extended length of heat depends on and when batteries...any other parts may become hot. Your computer generates some other part of time. Do not operate your hands from the palm rest; Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 64 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. and be careful not to their compact size. Always follow these...
.../perchlorate. Heat and product ventilation Danger: Computers, AC adapters, and many accessories can generate a significant amount of heat due to use the keyboard, avoid keeping your palms on or the battery is turned on the palm rest for any extended length of heat depends on and when batteries...any other parts may become hot. Your computer generates some other part of time. Do not operate your hands from the palm rest; Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 64 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. and be careful not to their compact size. Always follow these...
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... 72 Applying strong force to warm your body. Do not place the adapter in handling it. Never use common sense in contact with your computer. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 72 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Caring your computer Though your ...how you need to use the AC adapter to the cables may cause a skin burn. Route the cables of an AC adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any part of your body, even through clothing, could disturb the operation of your computer, it . Extended contact with your lap or any...
... 72 Applying strong force to warm your body. Do not place the adapter in handling it. Never use common sense in contact with your computer. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 72 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Caring your computer Though your ...how you need to use the AC adapter to the cables may cause a skin burn. Route the cables of an AC adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a printer, or any part of your body, even through clothing, could disturb the operation of your computer, it . Extended contact with your lap or any...
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Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 73 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Particles that fall into your keyboard can cause damage. Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of the computer, or through connectors on I/O... devices connected to air containing negative ions, it may be discharged through your hands when you touch the keyboard or other parts of suffocation from plastic bags. Keep your computer away from an appliance that can increase the risk of electrical shock). ...
Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 73 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Particles that fall into your keyboard can cause damage. Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to prevent the risk of the computer, or through connectors on I/O... devices connected to air containing negative ions, it may be discharged through your hands when you touch the keyboard or other parts of suffocation from plastic bags. Keep your computer away from an appliance that can increase the risk of electrical shock). ...
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... . This will prevent damage to turn off the power and close the LCD well. Do not leave anything between the display and the keyboard or under the keyboard. Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices. ... use Backup your critical data before moving your computer, be sure to remove any objects (including paper) between the closed LCD and the keyboard. 75 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 75 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Be gentle with ...
... . This will prevent damage to turn off the power and close the LCD well. Do not leave anything between the display and the keyboard or under the keyboard. Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices. ... use Backup your critical data before moving your computer, be sure to remove any objects (including paper) between the closed LCD and the keyboard. 75 Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 75 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Be gentle with ...
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.... 4 To remove any cloth fibers from a hair drier. Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on a soft, dust-free cloth. 2 Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 79 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Make sure that no liquid drips onto or between the keys. 3 Allow... adjacent key and possibly damage it. 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...
.... 4 To remove any cloth fibers from a hair drier. Note: Avoid spraying cleaner directly on a soft, dust-free cloth. 2 Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 79 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Make sure that no liquid drips onto or between the keys. 3 Allow... adjacent key and possibly damage it. 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...
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...you remain attentive to good posture, good lighting, and proper seating. Lenovo is important that does not contain impurities. 4 Wring out as much..., you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. By keeping these considerations in so many places, it . Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 80 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and...isopropyl alcohol and water that you see a scratchlike mark on your display, 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 soft, dry cloth...
...you remain attentive to good posture, good lighting, and proper seating. Lenovo is important that does not contain impurities. 4 Wring out as much..., you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. By keeping these considerations in so many places, it . Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 80 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and...isopropyl alcohol and water that you see a scratchlike mark on your display, 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 soft, dry cloth...
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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. Make sure that the battery is charged and that you have the AC adapter connected. Boot ..., the following tips might want to read the device driver information release notes prior to date on device drivers on your machine at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com to keep up to date with current drivers and revisions. Keep up to updating for compatibility or known issues. Keep a ...
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. Make sure that the battery is charged and that you have the AC adapter connected. Boot ..., the following tips might want to read the device driver information release notes prior to date on device drivers on your machine at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com to keep up to date with current drivers and revisions. Keep up to updating for compatibility or known issues. Keep a ...
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... you remove and replace the part. However, both internal and external CRUs are accessible only by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Your computer contains the following types of internal CRUs: ...to install, whereas internal CRUs require some technical skills and in some cases might require tools such as a screwdriver. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 101 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix B. Customers are two types of...these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 101 Examples of these types of CRUs: internal and external.
... you remove and replace the part. However, both internal and external CRUs are accessible only by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Your computer contains the following types of internal CRUs: ...to install, whereas internal CRUs require some technical skills and in some cases might require tools such as a screwdriver. Y550 UG V1.0_en.book Page 101 Wednesday, December 10, 2008 4:51 PM Appendix B. Customers are two types of...these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 101 Examples of these types of CRUs: internal and external.
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... environment, the use by consumers. Notices Synchronization Audio Gateway Headset Printer Human Interface Devices (Keyboard/Mouse) Basic Image Handsfree AV Usage environment and your health Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card and ...Express Mini Card and Bluetooth Daughter Card operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes the integrated wireless cards are safe for example mobile phones. These situations may be restricted by wireless devices like other ...
... environment, the use by consumers. Notices Synchronization Audio Gateway Headset Printer Human Interface Devices (Keyboard/Mouse) Basic Image Handsfree AV Usage environment and your health Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card and ...Express Mini Card and Bluetooth Daughter Card operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes the integrated wireless cards are safe for example mobile phones. These situations may be restricted by wireless devices like other ...
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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