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... hard disk drive 44 Replacing memory 48 Removing the optical drive ......52 Appendix A. Learning the basics 8 First use 8 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 15 Special keys and buttons........... 18 System status indicators 19 Securing your computer... 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 Getting to know your computer 20 Connecting external devices..... 22 Chapter 3. Using the Internet .... 24 ...
... hard disk drive 44 Replacing memory 48 Removing the optical drive ......52 Appendix A. Learning the basics 8 First use 8 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 15 Special keys and buttons........... 18 System status indicators 19 Securing your computer... 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 Getting to know your computer 20 Connecting external devices..... 22 Chapter 3. Using the Internet .... 24 ...
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..." on page 72. Read this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. Power cords, power adapters, and other features can create potential safety risks that can help you safely use your computer. For more information, see "Appendix C. Attention: Property damage or ...
..." on page 72. Read this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. Power cords, power adapters, and other features can create potential safety risks that can help you safely use your computer. For more information, see "Appendix C. Attention: Property damage or ...
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Important safety information Unpack Inspect the covers of the computer and the AC adapter, especially parts with the following labels attached for any component that has this label attached. Danger: • Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any crack or damage. iv
Important safety information Unpack Inspect the covers of the computer and the AC adapter, especially parts with the following labels attached for any component that has this label attached. Danger: • Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any crack or damage. iv
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..., or a strong odor comes from the computer. 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. If power strips are installing. Danger: • An...
..., or a strong odor comes from the computer. 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. If power strips are installing. Danger: • An...
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... of your body, even through clothing, could cause discomfort or even a skin burn. Important safety information Do NOT wrap the power cord around the power adapter or other part of your body in contact with large amount of running water for any extended length of time. Do NOT squeeze or pinch...
... of your body, even through clothing, could cause discomfort or even a skin burn. Important safety information Do NOT wrap the power cord around the power adapter or other part of your body in contact with large amount of running water for any extended length of time. Do NOT squeeze or pinch...
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jack Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 24. Microphone jack Connects to an external microphone. Headphone jack Connects to an Ethernet network. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal ... your hearing. USB ports Connects to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Left-side view a b c de f AC power adapter Connect the AC...
jack Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 24. Microphone jack Connects to an external microphone. Headphone jack Connects to an Ethernet network. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal ... your hearing. USB ports Connects to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Left-side view a b c de f AC power adapter Connect the AC...
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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. Chapter 1. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. 7
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. Chapter 1. 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. 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 outlet. 8 Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the...
... automatically charged while the computer is not fully charged at purchase. 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 outlet. 8 Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the...
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The battery is charged when the AC adapter is connected to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it ... • If the battery status indicator starts blinking • If the battery has not been used for a long time 11 Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of the following situations: • When you find that the battery power is installed.
The battery is charged when the AC adapter is connected to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it ... • If the battery status indicator starts blinking • If the battery has not been used for a long time 11 Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of the following situations: • When you find that the battery power is installed.
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...; Inserting a memory card 1 Gently pull the dummy card out of your computer when the memory card slot is not in use the external device's power adapter. Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of the memory card slot. Chapter 2. Note: When using a high power...
...; Inserting a memory card 1 Gently pull the dummy card out of your computer when the memory card slot is not in use the external device's power adapter. Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of the memory card slot. Chapter 2. Note: When using a high power...
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...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 pack to your computer. • After the recovery discs are burned, please number them so that you can use them in the correct... order. • Computers without an integrated optical drive support the creation of Lenovo OneKey Recovery. 29 Chapter 4. Within the program, you can back up the system partition on the desktop to physically create the recovery discs.
...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 pack to your computer. • After the recovery discs are burned, please number them so that you can use them in the correct... order. • Computers without an integrated optical drive support the creation of Lenovo OneKey Recovery. 29 Chapter 4. Within the program, you can back up the system partition on the desktop to physically create the recovery discs.
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... to the original factory contents using OneKey Recovery. If you do not find your hard disk to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 2. The AC adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have...
... to the original factory contents using OneKey Recovery. If you do not find your hard disk to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 2. The AC adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have...
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... that: - off. 36 The operating temperature is within range, have the computer serviced. The battery is getting low. 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 on. Chapter 5. Sleep or hibernation problems The...
... that: - off. 36 The operating temperature is within range, have the computer serviced. The battery is getting low. 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 on. Chapter 5. Sleep or hibernation problems The...
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... may be lost. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is in sleep mode connect the AC adapter to resume operation. because the battery is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 37 However, unsaved data may have entered hibernation mode automatically does not work. Connect the AC... adapter to the computer, then press the power button to the computer, then press any key or the power button. • If your system has stopped ...
... may be lost. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is in sleep mode connect the AC adapter to resume operation. because the battery is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 37 However, unsaved data may have entered hibernation mode automatically does not work. Connect the AC... adapter to the computer, then press the power button to the computer, then press any key or the power button. • If your system has stopped ...
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... , press Fn +↑ to resume from the sleep mode. - The monitor type is installed correctly. - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is blinking, press the power button to make the screen brighter. - The display device driver is...
... , press Fn +↑ to resume from the sleep mode. - The monitor type is installed correctly. - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is blinking, press the power button to make the screen brighter. - The display device driver is...
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.... drive capacity of C, has been modified. You will need to store the backed up data. 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. Fail to restore system • The system partition, such...
.... drive capacity of C, has been modified. You will need to store the backed up data. 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. Fail to restore system • The system partition, such...
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... you might damage your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. otherwise, you want. • Also make sure that the device from the desired device. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down...
... you might damage your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. otherwise, you want. • Also make sure that the device from the desired device. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down...
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Chapter 6. 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 Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo.
Chapter 6. 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 Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo.
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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 . 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 Chapter 6.
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 . 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 Chapter 6.
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Chapter 6. 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 . a 45 Upgrading and replacing devices To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer;
Chapter 6. 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 . a 45 Upgrading and replacing devices To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer;