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...24 Wired connection 24 Wireless connection 26 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting .......31 Frequently Asked Questions ....31 Troubleshooting 34 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 42 Replacing the battery 42 Replacing the hard disk drive 44 Replacing memory 48 Removing the optical drive ......52 Appendix A. Contents Important safety information...... Getting to know your computer... 2. Getting help and service 54 Getting help on the Web ...........55 Calling the customer support center 55 Getting help around the world 58 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 58 i
...24 Wired connection 24 Wireless connection 26 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting .......31 Frequently Asked Questions ....31 Troubleshooting 34 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 42 Replacing the battery 42 Replacing the hard disk drive 44 Replacing memory 48 Removing the optical drive ......52 Appendix A. Contents Important safety information...... Getting to know your computer... 2. Getting help and service 54 Getting help on the Web ...........55 Calling the customer support center 55 Getting help around the world 58 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 58 i
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... to be damaged or corroded. Important safety information On using Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with the computer and never use a power outlet, power cord, power adapter or battery pack that draw large amounts of electricity. Do NOT share an electrical outlet with another product. If...
... to be damaged or corroded. Important safety information On using Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with the computer and never use a power outlet, power cord, power adapter or battery pack that draw large amounts of electricity. Do NOT share an electrical outlet with another product. If...
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... do so by the customer support center or your documentation. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Attention: • DO NOT take risks or attempt to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is appropriate for further guidance. Important safety...
... do so by the customer support center or your documentation. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Attention: • DO NOT take risks or attempt to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is appropriate for further guidance. Important safety...
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..." on page 24. Microphone jack Connects to an external microphone. Headphone jack Connects to an Ethernet network. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 23. 3 Chapter 1. jack Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. VGA port Connects to external display devices...
..." on page 24. Microphone jack Connects to an external microphone. Headphone jack Connects to an Ethernet network. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 23. 3 Chapter 1. jack Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. VGA port Connects to external display devices...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Battery latch spring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Battery pack For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. Memory/Hard Disk Drive (HDD) compartment Houses the computer's memory and hard disk drive. Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. 7
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Battery latch spring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Battery pack For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. Memory/Hard Disk Drive (HDD) compartment Houses the computer's memory and hard disk drive. Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. 7
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... automatically charged while the computer is not fully charged at purchase. To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to the power The supplied battery pack is running on AC power. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the ...power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to install the battery pack. Install the battery pack Refer to the supplied Setup Poster to the AC power adapter jack of the computer. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical...
... automatically charged while the computer is not fully charged at purchase. To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to the power The supplied battery pack is running on AC power. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the ...power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to install the battery pack. Install the battery pack Refer to the supplied Setup Poster to the AC power adapter jack of the computer. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical...
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..., it with a fully charged one. You need to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of the following situations: • When you... purchase a new battery • If the battery status indicator starts blinking • If the battery has not been used for example, how ...
..., it with a fully charged one. You need to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of the following situations: • When you... purchase a new battery • If the battery status indicator starts blinking • If the battery has not been used for example, how ...
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...: • You are not going to send your computer. • 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. 12 Chapter 2. remove the...8226; Full charge or discharge is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to prevent small particles from entering the inside of your computer to Lenovo for an extended period of time, or if you need to use the...
...: • You are not going to send your computer. • 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. 12 Chapter 2. remove the...8226; Full charge or discharge is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to prevent small particles from entering the inside of your computer to Lenovo for an extended period of time, or if you need to use the...
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Learning the basics Handling the battery If the rechargeable battery pack is disposed of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to the following points. When...
Learning the basics Handling the battery If the rechargeable battery pack is disposed of an explosion. The battery pack contains a small amount of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to the following points. When...
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Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. ab Num lock indicator Caps lock indicator Power status indicator Battery status indicator Wireless communication indicator Hard disk drive indicator cd ef 19 Chapter 2.
Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. ab Num lock indicator Caps lock indicator Power status indicator Battery status indicator Wireless communication indicator Hard disk drive indicator cd ef 19 Chapter 2.
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...the correct order. • Computers without an integrated optical drive support the creation of Lenovo OneKey Recovery. 29 OneKey Rescue System Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey ...Recovery System Icon on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by creating recovery discs. Notes: • The backup process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery...
...the correct order. • Computers without an integrated optical drive support the creation of Lenovo OneKey Recovery. 29 OneKey Rescue System Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey ...Recovery System Icon on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by creating recovery discs. Notes: • The backup process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery...
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... Windows environment or the entire contents of your problem here, see only the cursor on a blank screen. • If the screen is installed correctly. - The battery is blank, make sure that might negate the need to refer to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 2. If you do not find your hard...
... Windows environment or the entire contents of your problem here, see only the cursor on a blank screen. • If the screen is installed correctly. - The battery is blank, make sure that might negate the need to refer to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 2. If you do not find your hard...
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... Make sure that: - Connect the AC message appears, and the adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced. Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. •... sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with computer immediately turns a fully charged one. Check the settings for sleep mode. The battery is getting low. See "Appendix B. off. 36 The computer enters sleep mode immediately ...
... Make sure that: - Connect the AC message appears, and the adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced. Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. •... sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with computer immediately turns a fully charged one. Check the settings for sleep mode. The battery is getting low. See "Appendix B. off. 36 The computer enters sleep mode immediately ...
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... still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 37 Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode and may be lost. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is ...
... still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 37 Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode and may be lost. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is ...
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... on , press Fn +↑ to resume from the sleep mode. - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is on the screen. If the power indicator is blank. • Do the following problem "The screen is unreadable or • Make...
... on , press Fn +↑ to resume from the sleep mode. - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is on the screen. If the power indicator is blank. • Do the following problem "The screen is unreadable or • Make...
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...does not • The surge protector in Chapter 2. 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. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive... device. The operating time for one minute to reset the battery. operate with a fully charged Turn off . - protector, then turn on the computer again. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that : - The...
...does not • The surge protector in Chapter 2. 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. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive... device. The operating time for one minute to reset the battery. operate with a fully charged Turn off . - protector, then turn on the computer again. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that : - The...
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... more hard disk space on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Chapter 4. Chapter 5. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. You will need to store the backed up data. OneKey Rescue System...
... more hard disk space on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Chapter 4. Chapter 5. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. You will need to store the backed up data. OneKey Rescue System...
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Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery 1 Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 42 Chapter 6.
Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery 1 Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 42 Chapter 6.
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Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer again. 43 Upgrading and replacing devices 3 Unlock the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position , remove the battery pack in the direction shown by the arrow . Chapter 6. b a 4 Install a fully charged battery. 5 Turn the computer over again.
Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer again. 43 Upgrading and replacing devices 3 Unlock the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position , remove the battery pack in the direction shown by the arrow . Chapter 6. b a 4 Install a fully charged battery. 5 Turn the computer over again.
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Upgrading and replacing devices To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer; a 45 then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Hard disk drive/Memory compartment cover . Chapter 6.
Upgrading and replacing devices To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer; a 45 then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Hard disk drive/Memory compartment cover . Chapter 6.