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... 26 Chapter 6. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 53 Appendix E. Using the computer network 21 Wired connection 21 Wireless connection 22 Chapter 4. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Contents Important safety information ii Important safety information ii Chapter... to know your computer 40 Accessibility and comfort 43 Maintenance 44 Appendix C. Learning the basics 9 First use 9 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 12 Using the keyboard 13 Special keys and buttons 15 System status indicators 16 Securing your...
... 26 Chapter 6. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 53 Appendix E. Using the computer network 21 Wired connection 21 Wireless connection 22 Chapter 4. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page i Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Contents Important safety information ii Important safety information ii Chapter... to know your computer 40 Accessibility and comfort 43 Maintenance 44 Appendix C. Learning the basics 9 First use 9 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 12 Using the keyboard 13 Special keys and buttons 15 System status indicators 16 Securing your...
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...a bathroom. Attention: Property damage or even minor injury may be caused. Do NOT use your notebook personal computer. Power cords, power adapters, and other parts away from hazards and create a safer computer work environment, follow the instructions hereafter. Attention: • Lightning storm ... the computer and AC adapter, especially parts with your purchase agreement or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. To protect yourself from liquids. Keep the computer and other features can create potential safety risks that has this label attached. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book...
...a bathroom. Attention: Property damage or even minor injury may be caused. Do NOT use your notebook personal computer. Power cords, power adapters, and other parts away from hazards and create a safer computer work environment, follow the instructions hereafter. Attention: • Lightning storm ... the computer and AC adapter, especially parts with your purchase agreement or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. To protect yourself from liquids. Keep the computer and other features can create potential safety risks that has this label attached. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book...
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...cause discomfort or even a skin burn. Attention: • Extended contact 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. Danger: • Overloading the power supply.... iii Unplug the power cord if there is used, the load should NOT exceed its rating. Do NOT use them with other object. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iii Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Keep a good ventilation of the computer and...
...cause discomfort or even a skin burn. Attention: • Extended contact 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. Danger: • Overloading the power supply.... iii Unplug the power cord if there is used, the load should NOT exceed its rating. Do NOT use them with other object. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iii Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Keep a good ventilation of the computer and...
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... customers to install options or replace units (CRUs). Do NOT remove the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for further guidance. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, ...cover of CD/DVD drive or power adapter may result in the installation and configuration procedures. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in an electric shock, laser radiation or even a explosion. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iv...
... customers to install options or replace units (CRUs). Do NOT remove the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for further guidance. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, ...cover of CD/DVD drive or power adapter may result in the installation and configuration procedures. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in an electric shock, laser radiation or even a explosion. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iv...
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Getting to know your computer Right-side view a c b a USB port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 18. b Optical drive c AC power adapter jack Reads/Burns optical disks. Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. 5 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1.
Getting to know your computer Right-side view a c b a USB port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 18. b Optical drive c AC power adapter jack Reads/Burns optical disks. Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. 5 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1.
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... the computer's main memory. Wireless module is secured in this compartment. 8 Houses the computer's main memory and wireless module. Getting to know your computer Lenovo G450 a 1 b e 2 g f d a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) compartment (G550) d Hard disk drive.... For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. Hard disk drive is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 8...
... the computer's main memory. Wireless module is secured in this compartment. 8 Houses the computer's main memory and wireless module. Getting to know your computer Lenovo G450 a 1 b e 2 g f d a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) compartment (G550) d Hard disk drive.... For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. Hard disk drive is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 8...
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... electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect 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 install the battery pack. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, September...
... electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect 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 install the battery pack. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, September...
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. The battery is charged when the AC adapter is connected to the computer and the battery is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are two main factors: • The amount ... pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops from the computer. Charging time will last. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of time, or if you need to insert the battery pack when using Windows...
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. The battery is charged when the AC adapter is connected to the computer and the battery is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are two main factors: • The amount ... pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops from the computer. Charging time will last. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of time, or if you need to insert the battery pack when using Windows...
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...may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. Connecting an ExpressCard device (specific models only) Your computer comes with USB devices. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 18 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until you... using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the ExpressCard/34 devices. 18 Note: Only use the external device's power adapter. SDIO Bluetooth, etc.). Inserting a memory card 1 Push the dummy card until you hear a click. Retain the dummy card for connecting ExpressCard ...
...may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. Connecting an ExpressCard device (specific models only) Your computer comes with USB devices. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 18 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until you... using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the ExpressCard/34 devices. 18 Note: Only use the external device's power adapter. SDIO Bluetooth, etc.). Inserting a memory card 1 Push the dummy card until you hear a click. Retain the dummy card for connecting ExpressCard ...
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...the Start menu and then click Receive a file to search other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as near your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it by operating systems. 19 Files can connect to and transfer data wirelessly to save battery power. You can transfer data .... To get the best possible connection speed, place the device as laptop computers, PDAs and cell phones. Note: The actual maximum range may vary by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility. • The dummy card is completed. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:...
...the Start menu and then click Receive a file to search other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as near your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it by operating systems. 19 Files can connect to and transfer data wirelessly to save battery power. You can transfer data .... To get the best possible connection speed, place the device as laptop computers, PDAs and cell phones. Note: The actual maximum range may vary by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility. • The dummy card is completed. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:...
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... process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to a previously generated backup. Within the program, you can... an integrated optical drive support the creation of operating system and preinstalled software). Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery ... of recovery discs; You can back up any critical data before using the recovery feature. 23 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 4. This default...
... process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to a previously generated backup. Within the program, you can... an integrated optical drive support the creation of operating system and preinstalled software). Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery ... of recovery discs; You can back up any critical data before using the recovery feature. 23 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 4. This default...
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...parts and service. To disable it, press Fn + Insert. Touch the touchpad. - a letter (G450). 26 The computer power is connected to have the computer serviced. The AC adapter is on . • Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. OneKey Recovery. You must...section only describes problems that : - Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your problem here, see only the cursor on . Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. If you do...
...parts and service. To disable it, press Fn + Insert. Touch the touchpad. - a letter (G450). 26 The computer power is connected to have the computer serviced. The AC adapter is on . • Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. OneKey Recovery. You must...section only describes problems that : - Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your problem here, see only the cursor on . Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. If you do...
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..., have sleep mode and the computer does entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is within the acceptable range. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, then press the power button to create overlay window," appears when you install the operating system or application program ... on self-test - Incorrect characters appear on page 40. Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode, it may be lost. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. depleted. A message, "Unable to resume operation. If you ...
..., have sleep mode and the computer does entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is within the acceptable range. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, then press the power button to create overlay window," appears when you install the operating system or application program ... on self-test - Incorrect characters appear on page 40. Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode, it may be lost. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. depleted. A message, "Unable to resume operation. If you ...
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...Make sure that the Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might damage your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. otherwise... consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. The connected external device does • Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than not work. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter ...
...Make sure that the Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might damage your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. otherwise... consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. The connected external device does • Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than not work. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter ...
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... the same for the G450 and G550. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer again. 30 Hold the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b, remove the battery pack in this happens, turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en....book Page 30 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. If this chapter are of the Lenovo G550, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are...
... the same for the G450 and G550. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer again. 30 Hold the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b, remove the battery pack in this happens, turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en....book Page 30 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. If this chapter are of the Lenovo G550, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are...
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... the connector. Put the drive on the hard disk. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Handling a hard disk drive • Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on an optional hard disk drive...
... the connector. Put the drive on the hard disk. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Handling a hard disk drive • Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on an optional hard disk drive...
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C Reinstall the battery pack. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive; D Turn the computer over again. A Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive slot. B Reinstall the screws. ... drive gently into space. then push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other; Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. d 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk...
C Reinstall the battery pack. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive; D Turn the computer over again. A Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive slot. B Reinstall the screws. ... drive gently into space. then push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other; Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. d 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk...
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a. a1 a b a 33 Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery pack. 5 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (..., which could damage the SO-DIMM. To install an SO-DIMM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table or a grounded metal object to start the computer. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. SO-DIMMs are available in the memory slot of the SO-DIMM...
a. a1 a b a 33 Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery pack. 5 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (..., which could damage the SO-DIMM. To install an SO-DIMM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table or a grounded metal object to start the computer. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. SO-DIMMs are available in the memory slot of the SO-DIMM...
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.... 9 Reinstall the battery. 0 Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to save the old SO-DIMM for the new one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the DIMM into the place. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29...
.... 9 Reinstall the battery. 0 Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to save the old SO-DIMM for the new one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the DIMM into the place. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29...
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 36 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Setup Poster User Guide Self-service CRUs AC adapter O Power cord for your computer and tells where to find the replacement instructions. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical drive O 36
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 36 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Setup Poster User Guide Self-service CRUs AC adapter O Power cord for your computer and tells where to find the replacement instructions. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical drive O 36