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... replacing devices 55 Replacing the battery 55 Replacing memory 57 Replacing the hard disk drive ...61 Appendix A. iii Important safety information ....iii Chapter 1. Using the Internet .... 32 Wired connection 32 Wireless connection 34 Chapter 4. Getting help and service 66 Getting help on the Web ...........67 Calling the customer support center 67 Getting help around the world 70 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 70 Appendix B. Getting to know your computer .........71 Accessibility...
... replacing devices 55 Replacing the battery 55 Replacing memory 57 Replacing the hard disk drive ...61 Appendix A. iii Important safety information ....iii Chapter 1. Using the Internet .... 32 Wired connection 32 Wireless connection 34 Chapter 4. Getting help and service 66 Getting help on the Web ...........67 Calling the customer support center 67 Getting help around the world 70 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 70 Appendix B. Getting to know your computer .........71 Accessibility...
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For a list of service and support phone numbers, go to install options or replace units (CRUs). Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. viii Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures. Contact the customer support center for customers to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Attention...
For a list of service and support phone numbers, go to install options or replace units (CRUs). Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. viii Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures. Contact the customer support center for customers to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Attention...
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.... Headphone jack Connects to an external microphone. 4 Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of the computer may damage your computer Left-side view 1 2 3 4 5 67 VGA port Connects to external display devices. HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display. Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 32. USB port Connects to an Ethernet network. Note: Make sure...
.... Headphone jack Connects to an external microphone. 4 Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of the computer may damage your computer Left-side view 1 2 3 4 5 67 VGA port Connects to external display devices. HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display. Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 32. USB port Connects to an Ethernet network. Note: Make sure...
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...; To increase the life of the battery pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops from the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down. 14 Chapter 2. Learning the basics Notes: • You are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to Lenovo for service, etc.
...; To increase the life of the battery pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops from the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down. 14 Chapter 2. Learning the basics Notes: • You are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to Lenovo for service, etc.
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... integrated camera. Activate the break function. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + F5: Fn + F6: Fn + F7: Fn + F8: Fn + F9: Fn + F10: Fn + F11: Fn + F12: Fn + PrtSc: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Activate the pause function. Fn + Esc: Turn on /off the insert input. Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + / : Decrease/Increase volume level. 21 Fn + F3: Shift to other connected display devices. Enable/Disable the Scroll Lock. Activate...
... integrated camera. Activate the break function. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + F5: Fn + F6: Fn + F7: Fn + F8: Fn + F9: Fn + F10: Fn + F11: Fn + F12: Fn + PrtSc: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Activate the pause function. Fn + Esc: Turn on /off the insert input. Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + / : Decrease/Increase volume level. 21 Fn + F3: Shift to other connected display devices. Enable/Disable the Scroll Lock. Activate...
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Once you set the password, see the help to set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the computer. Note: The face registration and verification works best in BIOS setup utility. The computer cannot be from being used unless you power on the screen each time you enter the correct password. Note: To enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on your software. Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your...
Once you set the password, see the help to set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the computer. Note: The face registration and verification works best in BIOS setup utility. The computer cannot be from being used unless you power on the screen each time you enter the correct password. Note: To enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on your software. Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your...
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Chapter 3. Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi/WiMax network * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your computer. 35 Using the Internet Using Wi-Fi/WiMax (specific models only) Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless communications, do the following: 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to configure your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to make configuration.
Chapter 3. Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi/WiMax network * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your computer. 35 Using the Internet Using Wi-Fi/WiMax (specific models only) Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless communications, do the following: 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to configure your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to make configuration.
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... type of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Appendix C. A compatible device driver is preinstalled with a recovery disc. How can I install the device drivers? If your computer is a requirement to your hard disk. 44 How can I find warranty information? For an explanation of warranty service, see "Chapter 4. See "Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty" on page 84. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? Where can I contact the customer support...
... type of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Appendix C. A compatible device driver is preinstalled with a recovery disc. How can I install the device drivers? If your computer is a requirement to your hard disk. 44 How can I find warranty information? For an explanation of warranty service, see "Chapter 4. See "Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty" on page 84. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? Where can I contact the customer support...
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...; Check the graphics device setting in BIOS setup desktop, the Configure utility. Press the power button. - Press Fn+F2 to resume from the screen saver or to confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off. the pop up menu. Or when I try to Switchable Graphics Configuration, make sure Switchable Graphics option is not displayed. The screen remains blank when I • Check the operating system you switch the GPU. 47...
...; Check the graphics device setting in BIOS setup desktop, the Configure utility. Press the power button. - Press Fn+F2 to resume from the screen saver or to confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off. the pop up menu. Or when I try to Switchable Graphics Configuration, make sure Switchable Graphics option is not displayed. The screen remains blank when I • Check the operating system you switch the GPU. 47...
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... supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your notebook before you are outputting the screen to have the hard disk drive replaced. A Password problem I forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to power-saving GPU. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be • If you switch to have the system board replaced. Change...
... supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your notebook before you are outputting the screen to have the hard disk drive replaced. A Password problem I forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to power-saving GPU. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be • If you switch to have the system board replaced. Change...
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Chapter 5. If you install the operating system or application on , press Fn + to confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off . - If the power indicator is installed correctly. - The display device driver is blinking, press the power button to resume from the speaker even when the volume is unreadable or • Make sure that : - The monitor type is off . The Mute function is correct. The headphone jack is unreadable or...
Chapter 5. If you install the operating system or application on , press Fn + to confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off . - If the power indicator is installed correctly. - The display device driver is blinking, press the power button to resume from the speaker even when the volume is unreadable or • Make sure that : - The monitor type is off . The Mute function is correct. The headphone jack is unreadable or...
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... active. Troubleshooting Battery problems Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty. -orYour computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. • Discharge and recharge the battery. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in Chapter 2. The operating time for one minute to help solve or identify your problem. A startup problem • In the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive...
... active. Troubleshooting Battery problems Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty. -orYour computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. • Discharge and recharge the battery. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in Chapter 2. The operating time for one minute to help solve or identify your problem. A startup problem • In the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive...
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... might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. Make sure that Boot priority order in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the device is included in the Boot priority order list. • Press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is not enough space to factory default. The computer does not start from . 53 Fail to restore system partition to store the backed up to free more hard disk...
... might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. Make sure that Boot priority order in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the device is included in the Boot priority order list. • Press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is not enough space to factory default. The computer does not start from . 53 Fail to restore system partition to store the backed up to free more hard disk...
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... operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. 61 Put the drive on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. Incorrect handling can increase the storage capacity of the drive. • Do not touch the connector. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. • The preinstalled softwares are not included on the hard disk. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive...
... operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. 61 Put the drive on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. Incorrect handling can increase the storage capacity of the drive. • Do not touch the connector. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. • The preinstalled softwares are not included on the hard disk. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive...
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... hardware. The following items are required after a product has been sold. Appendix A. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or non warranted parts • Identification of software problem sources • Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of purchase to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Getting help and service...
... hardware. The following items are required after a product has been sold. Appendix A. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or non warranted parts • Identification of software problem sources • Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of purchase to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Getting help and service...
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..., touch the staticprotective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other metal surface. Be gentle with your computer • Avoid placing any media, turn off , before moving your computer, be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. 73 Use and care information - Whenever possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the staticprotective packaging and install the part without setting...
..., touch the staticprotective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other metal surface. Be gentle with your computer • Avoid placing any media, turn off , before moving your computer, be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. 73 Use and care information - Whenever possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the staticprotective packaging and install the part without setting...
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... or part When the warranty service involves the replacement of a product or part, the replaced product or part becomes Lenovo's property and the replacement product or part becomes your Service Provider service a product or part if you agree to: 1 remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service; 2 ensure that prevent its replacement; The replacement product or part shall be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent...
... or part When the warranty service involves the replacement of a product or part, the replaced product or part becomes Lenovo's property and the replacement product or part becomes your Service Provider service a product or part if you agree to: 1 remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service; 2 ensure that prevent its replacement; The replacement product or part shall be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent...
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Appendix E. Notices Example of antenna grounding Ground clamp Antenna lead-in wire Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Article 250, Part H) Ground clamps Electronic service equipment 110
Appendix E. Notices Example of antenna grounding Ground clamp Antenna lead-in wire Antenna discharge unit (NEC Section 810-20) Grounding conductors (NEC Section 810-21) Power service grounding electrode system (NEC Article 250, Part H) Ground clamps Electronic service equipment 110
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... board or drive, use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispose of a battery pack, you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a Lenovo Computer Components Some Lenovo computer products sold in Lenovo sales, service,...battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery If you use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor. Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery...
... board or drive, use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispose of a battery pack, you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a Lenovo Computer Components Some Lenovo computer products sold in Lenovo sales, service,...battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery If you use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor. Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery...
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Appendix F. Features and Specifications I/O Ports USB Communication Audio Video ExpressCard slot Media card slot Mini PCI ExpressCard slot (specific models only) SIM card slot (specific models only) Kensington slot USB 2.0 port x 3 eSATA/USB combo port RJ-45 port TV-in jack (specific models only) Headphone/Mic-In Jack CRT port/HDMI port 34mm ExpressCard slot x 1 6 in 1 slot x 1 (SD/SD-pro/MMC/MS/MS-pro/XD) Wi-Fi/WiMax slot x 1 WWAN slot x 1(share with SSD slot) TV card slot x 1 Wireless WAN SIM card slot x 1 Yes 126
Appendix F. Features and Specifications I/O Ports USB Communication Audio Video ExpressCard slot Media card slot Mini PCI ExpressCard slot (specific models only) SIM card slot (specific models only) Kensington slot USB 2.0 port x 3 eSATA/USB combo port RJ-45 port TV-in jack (specific models only) Headphone/Mic-In Jack CRT port/HDMI port 34mm ExpressCard slot x 1 6 in 1 slot x 1 (SD/SD-pro/MMC/MS/MS-pro/XD) Wi-Fi/WiMax slot x 1 WWAN slot x 1(share with SSD slot) TV card slot x 1 Wireless WAN SIM card slot x 1 Yes 126