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... drive as the first boot device. The remaining days within which you want ? Your Windows operating system will be required to activate it. When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your computer. page, click Custom(advanced).* 3 ...security>System to Windows® 7, you will start from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to open the System window. Your computer will be displayed under in-place upgrade. 2 On the Which type of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7.
... drive as the first boot device. The remaining days within which you want ? Your Windows operating system will be required to activate it. When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your computer. page, click Custom(advanced).* 3 ...security>System to Windows® 7, you will start from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to open the System window. Your computer will be displayed under in-place upgrade. 2 On the Which type of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7.
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... software of the computer. II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for this partition is not apparent, which is completely empty, the capacity displayed by the operating system will be: X × 1000 × 1000 × 1000/ (1024 × 1024 × 1024) ≈ X × 0.931 G In... 40GB hard disk will appear as a "hidden partition". In addition, after the hard disk is somewhat different from the nominal hard disk capacity. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 2 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Explanation of hard disk capacity Dear user, While using your computer is...
... software of the computer. II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for this partition is not apparent, which is completely empty, the capacity displayed by the operating system will be: X × 1000 × 1000 × 1000/ (1024 × 1024 × 1024) ≈ X × 0.931 G In... 40GB hard disk will appear as a "hidden partition". In addition, after the hard disk is somewhat different from the nominal hard disk capacity. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 2 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Explanation of hard disk capacity Dear user, While using your computer is...
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... may result in an electric shock, laser radiation or even a explosion. Contact the customer support center for more than 15 minutes. iv Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iv Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Do not drop, bump, scratch, hit ...or place heavy objects on the liquid crystal display (LCD) of running water for further guidance. Lenovo provides documentation with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures.
... may result in an electric shock, laser radiation or even a explosion. Contact the customer support center for more than 15 minutes. iv Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iv Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Do not drop, bump, scratch, hit ...or place heavy objects on the liquid crystal display (LCD) of running water for further guidance. Lenovo provides documentation with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures.
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Getting to know your computer Top view Lenovo G550 f ei d a b c b g h i Note: The illustrations in between the display panel and the keyboard. When closing the display panel, be damaged. 1 Otherwise, the display panel may be careful NOT to the actual product. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degree. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. Please refer to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may differ from the actual product.
Getting to know your computer Top view Lenovo G550 f ei d a b c b g h i Note: The illustrations in between the display panel and the keyboard. When closing the display panel, be damaged. 1 Otherwise, the display panel may be careful NOT to the actual product. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degree. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. Please refer to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may differ from the actual product.
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...this button to turn on page 16. i System status For details, see "Chapter 4. c Computer display d Volume buttons (specific models only) e OneKey Rescue System button The LCD display with noise reduction) can be used for video communication. Press this button to open OneKey Rescue System ...For details, see "Using the touchpad" on page 23. OneKey Rescue System" on page 12. Getting to adjust volume. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 3 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. indicators j Speakers The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound....
...this button to turn on page 16. i System status For details, see "Chapter 4. c Computer display d Volume buttons (specific models only) e OneKey Rescue System button The LCD display with noise reduction) can be used for video communication. Press this button to open OneKey Rescue System ...For details, see "Using the touchpad" on page 23. OneKey Rescue System" on page 12. Getting to adjust volume. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 3 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. indicators j Speakers The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound....
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...know your computer Left-side view a b c d e f g a Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here. Getting to external display devices. e HDMI port (specific Connects to other connected display devices. models only) Note: Press Fn+F3 to shift to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or...a display. c RJ-45 port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Wired connection" on page 19. 4 f USB port Connects to a wired network. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. Lenovo G450-550...
...know your computer Left-side view a b c d e f g a Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here. Getting to external display devices. e HDMI port (specific Connects to other connected display devices. models only) Note: Press Fn+F3 to shift to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or...a display. c RJ-45 port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Wired connection" on page 19. 4 f USB port Connects to a wired network. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. Lenovo G450-550...
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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 ... When you use your computer: for service, etc. Charging time will last. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is difficult to insert the battery pack when using Windows ...of battery power remaining by using your computer to prevent small particles from entering the inside of your computer to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you need to charge the battery ...
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. The battery ... When you use your computer: for service, etc. Charging time will last. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is difficult to insert the battery pack when using Windows ...of battery power remaining by using your computer to prevent small particles from entering the inside of your computer to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you need to charge the battery ...
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... Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + F3: Shift to the previous track. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of Windows Media Player. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn +...Fn + Pause Activate the break function. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a; Fn + Insert (G450) Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness.
... Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + F3: Shift to the previous track. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of Windows Media Player. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn +...Fn + Pause Activate the break function. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a; Fn + Insert (G450) Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness.
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...goes blank while the computer is blank, make sure that might negate the need to refer to the original factory contents using screen. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you forget your HDD password... the screen saver or to the computer and the power cord is connected to resume from the hard disk. The memory is installed correctly. - Display problems When I turn on the computer, only a • Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or the entire white cursor appears on...
...goes blank while the computer is blank, make sure that might negate the need to refer to the original factory contents using screen. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you forget your HDD password... the screen saver or to the computer and the power cord is connected to resume from the hard disk. The memory is installed correctly. - Display problems When I turn on the computer, only a • Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or the entire white cursor appears on...
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... • Did you cannot turn off the computer; The screen is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. The display device driver is in the following problem "The screen is charged. (POST). - If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer... lost. The screen resolution and color quality are using a desktop resolution over the optimum, reduce the display resolution and the color depth. 27 Incorrect characters appear on self-test - Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sleep ...
... • Did you cannot turn off the computer; The screen is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. The display device driver is in the following problem "The screen is charged. (POST). - If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer... lost. The screen resolution and color quality are using a desktop resolution over the optimum, reduce the display resolution and the color depth. 27 Incorrect characters appear on self-test - Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sleep ...
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...the battery 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over again. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the locked position. 6 Turn the computer over . 3 Unlock the manual battery latch a. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 2, ...2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. If this chapter are of the Lenovo G550, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps...
...the battery 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over again. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the locked position. 6 Turn the computer over . 3 Unlock the manual battery latch a. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 30 Wednesday, September 2, ...2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. If this chapter are of the Lenovo G550, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps...
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... The preinstalled softwares are not included on the hard disk. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer off the computer; Put the drive on the hard disk, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the ...replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can cause damage and permanent loss of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. The drive is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. To ...
... The preinstalled softwares are not included on the hard disk. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer off the computer; Put the drive on the hard disk, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the ...replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can cause damage and permanent loss of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. The drive is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. To ...
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... inline memory module (SO-DIMM)-available as an option-in your computer. 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 (central processing unit) compartment cover. a1 a b... install an SO-DIMM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table or a grounded metal object to start the computer. Remove the compartment cover b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. SO-DIMMs are available in your computer.
... inline memory module (SO-DIMM)-available as an option-in your computer. 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 (central processing unit) compartment cover. a1 a b... install an SO-DIMM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table or a grounded metal object to start the computer. Remove the compartment cover b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. SO-DIMMs are available in your computer.
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... metal surface. Be gentle with your computer • Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or under the keyboard. • Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, ...remove the static-sensitive part from the static-protective packaging and install the part without setting it by the display. • Use a quality carrying case that the battery is in sleep or hibernation mode, or turned.... • Ensure that provides adequate cushion and protection. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 41 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B.
... metal surface. Be gentle with your computer • Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or under the keyboard. • Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, ...remove the static-sensitive part from the static-protective packaging and install the part without setting it by the display. • Use a quality carrying case that the battery is in sleep or hibernation mode, or turned.... • Ensure that provides adequate cushion and protection. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 41 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B.
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... with local ordinances or regulations and your body. This action reduces any of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep the display open or closed. • Take care not to turn your responsibility to computer viruses, hackers, spyware, and other malicious activities that were ... as an SD card, do so might have to date. Take care in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is warm- Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 42 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. This can leave your computer vulnerable to ensure that you are...
... with local ordinances or regulations and your body. This action reduces any of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep the display open or closed. • Take care not to turn your responsibility to computer viruses, hackers, spyware, and other malicious activities that were ... as an SD card, do so might have to date. Take care in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is warm- Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 42 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. This can leave your computer vulnerable to ensure that you are...
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... benefits of the setting, try to the floor Flat on the eyes. It may mean adapting to frequent changes in mind such basics as possible. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 43 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Note: This example shows someone in upright. Regardless of your environment... as many of the tips in a casual, less conventional setting, many of comfort and performance. Questions about vision? Your computer's visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to provide you with clear, crisp images and large, bright...
... benefits of the setting, try to the floor Flat on the eyes. It may mean adapting to frequent changes in mind such basics as possible. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 43 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Note: This example shows someone in upright. Regardless of your environment... as many of the tips in a casual, less conventional setting, many of comfort and performance. Questions about vision? Your computer's visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to provide you with clear, crisp images and large, bright...
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... a soft, lint-free cloth with a brush or cool air from beneath the keys, you can use detergent (one ; if you can. 5 Wipe the display again; do not let any excess liquid drip. 5 Wipe the surface to dry. 4 To remove any crumbs and dust from a hair drier. Use, and... Cleaning your computer keyboard 1 Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on the display or the keyboard. Cleaning your computer as you wipe several keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it . 45 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 45 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:...
... a soft, lint-free cloth with a brush or cool air from beneath the keys, you can use detergent (one ; if you can. 5 Wipe the display again; do not let any excess liquid drip. 5 Wipe the surface to dry. 4 To remove any crumbs and dust from a hair drier. Use, and... Cleaning your computer keyboard 1 Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on the display or the keyboard. Cleaning your computer as you wipe several keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it . 45 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 45 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:...
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 56 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix E. Lenovo® is proud to sleep: After 25 ...plan: Energy Star • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes • Put the computer to the ENERGY STAR 5.0 program requirements for computers. • 20022, 2949 • 20023, 2958 By using ENERGY STAR... plan: Energy Star • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes • Put the computer to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR compliant designation. Lenovo encourages you reduce the consumption of electricity. Environmental Protection...
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 56 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix E. Lenovo® is proud to sleep: After 25 ...plan: Energy Star • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes • Put the computer to the ENERGY STAR 5.0 program requirements for computers. • 20022, 2949 • 20023, 2958 By using ENERGY STAR... plan: Energy Star • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes • Put the computer to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR compliant designation. Lenovo encourages you reduce the consumption of electricity. Environmental Protection...
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 98 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Index A AC adapter Jack 5 Using 11 B Battery Charging 11 Bluetooth Connecting 19 Interoperability 57 Usage environment 58 C Camera 3 Card reader 18 Caring your computer 40 Cleaning Computer cover 45 Computer display 45 ...37 on the Web 37 Hibernation mode problems 27 K Keyboard Cleaning 45 Problems 26 Using 13 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 46 M Maintenance 44 Microphone Built-in 3 N network 21 Notice Electronic emissions 59 for US users 64 Numeric keypad (G450 13 O OneKey Rescue System button 3 98
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 98 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Index A AC adapter Jack 5 Using 11 B Battery Charging 11 Bluetooth Connecting 19 Interoperability 57 Usage environment 58 C Camera 3 Card reader 18 Caring your computer 40 Cleaning Computer cover 45 Computer display 45 ...37 on the Web 37 Hibernation mode problems 27 K Keyboard Cleaning 45 Problems 26 Using 13 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 46 M Maintenance 44 Microphone Built-in 3 N network 21 Notice Electronic emissions 59 for US users 64 Numeric keypad (G450 13 O OneKey Rescue System button 3 98
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 99 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Index P Password Problems 26 Using 17 Power button 3 Problems Battery 28 Computer screen 27 Display 26 Hard disk drive 28 Hibernation mode 27 Keyboard 26 Password 26 Sleep mode 27 Sound 28 Startup 28 S Security 17 Storage media Handling 41 T Touchpad 12 Trademarks 97 Troubleshooting 26 U USB port 4 V VeriFace 17 Volume button 15 W Warranty information 50 Web Help 37 Wireless LAN Antennas 3 Interoperability 57 Usage environment 58 99
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 99 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Index P Password Problems 26 Using 17 Power button 3 Problems Battery 28 Computer screen 27 Display 26 Hard disk drive 28 Hibernation mode 27 Keyboard 26 Password 26 Sleep mode 27 Sound 28 Startup 28 S Security 17 Storage media Handling 41 T Touchpad 12 Trademarks 97 Troubleshooting 26 U USB port 4 V VeriFace 17 Volume button 15 W Warranty information 50 Web Help 37 Wireless LAN Antennas 3 Interoperability 57 Usage environment 58 99