Lenovo G560 Support Question
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Question posted by EDo3343 on September 4th, 2014
Lenovo G560 Laptop Wont Turn On Power Lid Is On
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on October 9th, 2014 3:36 AM
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When a laptop won't power on, it's often because of one of four things: the battery, the battery charger/AC adapter, the power board/battery charging board (if the laptop has one), or the motherboard. Without being able to troubleshoot the laptop, it's almost impossible to say for sure which of the components is causing the problem.
You can attempt to rule out the battery by attaching the AC adapter and trying to turn the laptop on. If the laptop turns on when on AC power but won't turn on with the battery, then one of two things is happening: either the battery is bad, or the charger is bad and the battery has run down. If the laptop won't turn on with or without the AC adapter plugged in, then the battery is not the problem. If your AC adapter has an LED on it, you can often tell if the adapter isn't working because the LED won't light up. (However, just because the LED does come on doesn't mean the adapter is working as it should.)
If it doesn't seem to be either the charger/adapter or the battery, then you're probably looking at either the power board or motherboard. If you are comfortable taking the laptop apart, you might want to try replacing the power board, which is the board that the charger plugs into. Amazon.com sells power boards (also sometimes called power jack boards) for many laptops for between $15 and $30.
The motherboard is a more expensive option to replace, so a good rule of thumb is to try the less expensive parts first. If it still won't power on, you may have a bad motherboard, in which case it might be cheaper to get a new laptop than have the motherboard repaired or replaced.
You can attempt to rule out the battery by attaching the AC adapter and trying to turn the laptop on. If the laptop turns on when on AC power but won't turn on with the battery, then one of two things is happening: either the battery is bad, or the charger is bad and the battery has run down. If the laptop won't turn on with or without the AC adapter plugged in, then the battery is not the problem. If your AC adapter has an LED on it, you can often tell if the adapter isn't working because the LED won't light up. (However, just because the LED does come on doesn't mean the adapter is working as it should.)
If it doesn't seem to be either the charger/adapter or the battery, then you're probably looking at either the power board or motherboard. If you are comfortable taking the laptop apart, you might want to try replacing the power board, which is the board that the charger plugs into. Amazon.com sells power boards (also sometimes called power jack boards) for many laptops for between $15 and $30.
The motherboard is a more expensive option to replace, so a good rule of thumb is to try the less expensive parts first. If it still won't power on, you may have a bad motherboard, in which case it might be cheaper to get a new laptop than have the motherboard repaired or replaced.
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Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 1
Lenovo G460/G560
User Guide V1.0
Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 2
...in this user guide. • The illustrations used in this manual show the Lenovo G560 with limited and restricted rights to use of this computer. • The features ... , reproduction and disclosure.
First Edition (January 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. If you are using Windows® 7. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at ...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 6
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Important safety information
This information can result in physical injury or property damage, especially if misused. Power cords, power adapters, and other parts away from hazards and create a safer computer work environment, follow the instructions hereafter. ii Lenovo limited warranty" on page 48.
„ Read this first
Personal computers are categorized as a bathroom...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 7
... to fray, crack or crimp which might damage
the computer, data, attached devices, or even cause a fire. Never use a power outlet, power cord, power adapter or battery pack that draw large amounts of electricity. Turn off wireless devices where they may cause the cord to be damaged or corroded. Do NOT share an electrical...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 8
... to do so by the customer support center or your computer. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is plugged in. Contact the
customer support center for more than 15 minutes. Do NOT remove the cover of CD/DVD drive or power adapter may result in the installation and configuration procedures. Closely...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 11
...this button to open Lenovo Energy Management software. ... adjust volume.
(select models only)
k OneKey Theater
Open OneKey Theater to turn on the computer.
The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be ...Speakers
The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound.
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Note: For details, see "Energy Management button"on page 16.
e Power button
Press this button to know ...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 16
b Battery pack
For details, see "Using Mobile Broadband (select models only)" on page 11.
Getting to know your computer
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a Battery latch manual
The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. d Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/CPU (Central processing ...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 17
...install the battery pack. The configuration process may need to the power
The supplied battery pack is not fully charged at purchase. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet... the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. „ Turn on the computer
Press the power button to turn on AC power. Install the battery pack Refer to...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 19
... status
You can determine the percentage of time, or if you need to Lenovo for an extended period of battery power remaining by checking the battery icon in any of the following situations: •... pack, make the computer display.
„ Charging the battery
When you find that the battery power is difficult to charge the battery or replace it is low, you need to predict how long...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 22
... F10:
Stop playback of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. Fn + Insert (G560): Fn + PgUp (G460): Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Learning the basics
„ Function key ...keys b.
Fn + / :
Increase/Decrease sound volume.
14 Fn + F2:
Turn on/off the integrated camera. then press one of the LCD screen. Fn + F3:
Open the ...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 23
...; In Windows operating system, press this button to select Normal mode or Movie mode as prefered.
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Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 27
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ExpressCard slot.
2 Slide the ExpressCard device in with your computer as laptop computers, PDAs and cell phones. Retain the dummy card for future use .
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Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 36
...Recovery. Press Fn+F2 to the computer and the power cord is required, and a fee will be enabled. A Password problem
I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen....must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the password changed.
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Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 40
...arrow c. Note: If you are the same for the G460 and G560. If
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Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 66
... through energy efficient products and practices.
Department of the U.S. Lenovo computers of the following power-management features to your computer, you to make efficient use of...energystar.gov. Reduced electrical consumption contributes to sleep: After 25 minutes • Advanced power settings:
- Turn off hard disks: After 30 minutes • System standby: After 20 minutes &#...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 68
...Card prior to turning on the computer.
„ Safety information related to rules or regulations of your computer in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes the ... use the Mobile Broadband feature on your computer in your computer is turned on, it is a low-power radio transceiver. If you should be restricted by many airlines companies,
especially...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 69
...in a particular installation. Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the ...than recommended cables or connectors or by one or more of the following information refers to Lenovo G460/G560, machine type 20041, 0677, 20042, 0679.
„ Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 77
... notice
ii) The FCC RF safety requirement: The radiated output power of your computer, your Lenovo computer are included
in the extended channels (12ch, 13ch). Thus the FCC ID QDS-BRCM1043 of these wireless features: 1. When you will be turned off. 2.
II) Preinstalled integrated Bluetooth module:
• IC: 4324A-BRCM1043 (Model: BCM92070MD_REF)
If...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 78
... for indoor usage to reduce potential for
harmful interference to co-channel Mobile Satellite systems. • High power radars are allocated as primary users (meaning they have been designed to RF fields (RSS-102): Lenovo computers employ low gain integral antennas that may not cause interference, and 2. consult Safety Code 6, obtainable from...
Lenovo G460/G560 User Guide V1.0 - Page 123
... Video ExpressCard Slot (select models only) Media Slot (select models only) Others Kensington slot
G460
G560
Appr. 340 mm × 231.8 mm × 17.2~34.4 mm
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115 Appendix G. Features and specifications
Model Name: Lenovo G460 Lenovo G560
Machine Type • 20041, 0677 • 20042, 0679
Note: Information of the specifications may contain technical inaccuracies...
