Lenovo IdeaPad P500 Support Question
Lenovo IdeaPad P500 Support Question
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Question posted by schoey8651 on April 10th, 2013
Wifi Connectivity Issues
I bought a P500 ideapad a month or two ago and have been having "issues" when changing wifi networks. Let me expand a bit, computer works fine when I'm at my house, put it to sleep mode and take it to class, when I get to class, it remembers the school's network and login info but will not connect. I have tried waiting for 5 minutes and also attempted manual input connection but to no avail. I end up having to restart my computer and then it will connect. It also happens when I return to my house and other places as well. This leads me to believe it is a software/firmware issue because I did not experience anything like this with my previous laptop. Is there a firmware update or some other way to fix this?
Also, my router is brand new and other devices in the house are not experiencing similar problems.
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Answer #1: Posted by tintinb on April 10th, 2013 7:04 PM
tintinb
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If you are having a problem with the Wi-Fi of your Lenovo IdeaPad P500, I suggest there might be a problem with the driver software which requires reinstallation. Reinstall the driver by using the software from Lenovo software. Here's the link to the download page.
http://support.lenovo.com/en_IN/downloads/detail.page?DocID=DS032589
If you have more questions, please don't hesitate to ask here at HelpOwl. Experts here are always willing to answer your questions to the best of our knowledge and expertise.
Regards,
Tintin
Related Lenovo IdeaPad P500 Manual Pages
User Guide - Page 1
Lenovo IdeaPad Z500/P500
User Guide V1.0
Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
User Guide - Page 3
... 1. Starting to use Windows 8 11 Configuring the operating system for the first time 11 Operating system interfaces ...11 The Charms ...12 Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down 14 Connecting to know your computer 1 Top view ...1 Left-side view ...5 Right-side view...8 Front view ...9 Bottom view ...10
Chapter 2.
User Guide - Page 6
... the pointer to move the pointer on the screen, slide your computer
a Integrated camera
Use the camera for video conferencing, voice narration, or audio recording.
Connect to the wireless LAN adapter to turn on a conventional mouse. The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
Getting to that of the left/right mouse button...
User Guide - Page 7
... level.
: Increases the volume level.
:
Closes the currently active window.
:
Refreshes the desktop or the currently active window.
: Enables/disables the touchpad.
:
Enables/disables Airplane mode.
:
Displays all currently active apps.
:
Turns on the keyboard.
User Guide - Page 8
... select models): Enables/disables the keyboard backlight.
4 then press one of the function keys b.
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The following describes the features of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly.
To use of each function key. Chapter 1. Fn + Home:
Activates the pause function. Fn + End:
Activates the break function. Fn + PgDn:
Activates...
User Guide - Page 9
... this button to start the Lenovo Recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to external display devices. d VGA port
Connects to enter the boot menu. g USB port
Connects to an Ethernet network.
c Fan louvers
Dissipate internal heat. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of...
User Guide - Page 10
...; DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high-speed network access to know your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for reference only. Software configuration Consult your computer
„ Connecting to wired LAN
Wired connections are for details on how to the Internet. Actual connection method may vary. DSL
TV cable
Telephone line
Splitter *
*
Splitter...
User Guide - Page 11
...by using the Windows safely remove hardware and eject media utility to a power source before connecting the device.
Getting to know your computer when the memory card slot is used for ...preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of your computer
„ Connecting USB devices
Your computer comes with two USB ports compatible with USB devices.
However, some...
User Guide - Page 12
...from being removed without your computer
Right-side view
1
2
3
4
a Combo audio jack
Connects to USB devices. For details on page 7.
Notes: • Before purchasing any security ...or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of security keyhole. • You are connected,
due to the instructions shipped with this type of locking devices and security features.
...
User Guide - Page 13
...
----Charging Discharging Discharging
The computer is in sleep mode and is fully charged.
However, charging will continue until the battery is connected to the AC power adapter. Blinking quickly ...between 5% and 20% charge. When the battery reaches 80% charge, the light will change to know your computer
Front view
1
a System status indicators
Symbol
Indicator
Indicator status
...
User Guide - Page 15
... 8
Configuring the operating system for the first time
You may include the procedures below: • Accepting the end user license agreement • Configuring the Internet connection • Registering the operating system • Creating a user account
Operating system interfaces
Windows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the Windows...
User Guide - Page 17
... as setting the volume or shutting down the computer. Settings charm The Settings charm lets you are in. Also, you to connect or send files to your friends and social networks without leaving the app you perform basic tasks, such as digital cameras, TVs, or printers. Chapter 2. Devices charm The Devices charm...
User Guide - Page 18
... keyboard.
14
Moving your computer for a short time, put the computer to sleep. When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it to resume use Windows 8
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down
When you have finished working with your computer, you move your computer.
Chapter 2. To put the computer...
User Guide - Page 20
... key or passphrase for the security key or passphrase.
16 To connect to wireless LAN
Enabling wireless connection To confirm that Airplane mode is enabled. Starting to use Windows 8
Connecting to a wireless network, click the network name in the wireless LAN network list.
Otherwise, wireless function is disabled, go to a wireless LAN
After wireless has been enabled...
User Guide - Page 22
... OneKey Recovery system, your hard disk already includes a hidden partition by default to a previously created back-up the system partition
You can be sure to connect the AC adapter to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. 2 Click System Recovery. To back up the system partition:
1 Press the Novo button to start...
User Guide - Page 24
... Legacy support on your computer is a ROM-based software program. It displays basic computer information and provides options for your computer, you change the boot mode? How can I change the boot mode.
„ Getting help and service" of the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide.
20 To start the BIOS setup utility? See "Chapter...
User Guide - Page 25
... must take your password or recover data from sleep mode:
- Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Display problems
When I forgot my password.
Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for the LCD screen has
been turned off .
• If the screen is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
- Connect the AC adapter to the computer and...
User Guide - Page 26
...: If the battery is charged and the temperature is in sleep mode, connect the AC adapter
return from sleep mode, your
system has stopped responding, and you cannot turn off...Troubleshooting
The computer enters sleep mode immediately after the battery status indicator shows empty.
22 the computer does not work. • If the system still does not return from sleep mode and
to resume from...
User Guide - Page 27
...enters sleep mode during a communication operation. Troubleshooting
The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery. A startup problem
The Microsoft® Windows operating system does not start from a device you want . The connected external device does not work ... space on the destination device.
• To turn on the network.
• See the Boot menu of the BIOS setup utility.
User Guide - Page 28
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