Windows 7 Upgrade Guide
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... Windows version can be upgraded or if you want to replace your current version of Windows can't be upgraded, go to http://www.lenovo.com/windows7. Clean install If your current operating system entirely, you see a compatibility report, follow the instructions listed in the report. ... Windows page, click Install now. 3 On the Get important updates for the new operating system. 2 page, click Upgrade. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to keep so you want to complete the upgrade. You will need to install the hardware drivers for installation page, we recommend getting the...
... Windows version can be upgraded or if you want to replace your current version of Windows can't be upgraded, go to http://www.lenovo.com/windows7. Clean install If your current operating system entirely, you see a compatibility report, follow the instructions listed in the report. ... Windows page, click Install now. 3 On the Get important updates for the new operating system. 2 page, click Upgrade. 6 Follow the on-screen instructions to keep so you want to complete the upgrade. You will need to install the hardware drivers for installation page, we recommend getting the...
Windows 7 Upgrade Guide
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When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your computer. To activate the new operating system: 1 ... do you have the option here of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7. page, click Custom(advanced).* 3 Choose the partition on -screen instructions to open the boot selection menu. To do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. Click this link. 3 Choose the...
When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your computer. To activate the new operating system: 1 ... do you have the option here of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7. page, click Custom(advanced).* 3 Choose the partition on -screen instructions to open the boot selection menu. To do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. Click this link. 3 Choose the...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0
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... mouse. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 12 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn+F8. 12 The function corresponds to that is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of the left mouse button on the screen, slide...battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to the following points. The battery pack contains a small amount of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in landfills. Notes: • Replace only with ...
... mouse. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 12 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn+F8. 12 The function corresponds to that is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of the left mouse button on the screen, slide...battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to the following points. The battery pack contains a small amount of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in landfills. Notes: • Replace only with ...
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...Skip to the next track. then press one of the LCD screen. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F8: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F12: Skip to the previous track. Fn + Insert (G450) Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + Pause Activate the break...enable/ disable). Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness. To use of Windows Media Player. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use...
...Skip to the next track. then press one of the LCD screen. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F8: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F12: Skip to the previous track. Fn + Insert (G450) Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + Pause Activate the break...enable/ disable). Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness. To use of Windows Media Player. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 14 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use...
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... installing the security lock, please refer to the right of security keyhole. • You are responsible for the location of your permission. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 17 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Learning the basics Securing your computer This section provides...132; Using VeriFace™ VeriFace is compatible with steady and even light. For more instructions on VeriFace, see the help file on the screen each time you have purchased. The computer cannot be from one to help protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use. Attaching...
... installing the security lock, please refer to the right of security keyhole. • You are responsible for the location of your permission. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 17 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Learning the basics Securing your computer This section provides...132; Using VeriFace™ VeriFace is compatible with steady and even light. For more instructions on VeriFace, see the help file on the screen each time you have purchased. The computer cannot be from one to help protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use. Attaching...
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... following to exit from the screen saver or to the original factory contents using screen. The computer power is on the screen, have the computer serviced. Touch the touchpad. - If you enter • The numeric lock function is on the keyboard. - Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page... 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. The battery is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. The memory is...
... following to exit from the screen saver or to the original factory contents using screen. The computer power is on the screen, have the computer serviced. Touch the touchpad. - If you enter • The numeric lock function is on the keyboard. - Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page... 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. The battery is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. The memory is...
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...• Make sure that : - Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is on self-test - reset the computer. Computer screen problems The screen is installed correctly. - If you are using the AC adapter, or using a desktop resolution over the optimum, reduce the display resolution and ...). - Use, and care information" on the screen. • Did you are correctly set. - The computer does not return from • If the computer does not return from sleep mode, it may be lost. Incorrect characters appear on page 40. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, ...
...• Make sure that : - Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is on self-test - reset the computer. Computer screen problems The screen is installed correctly. - If you are using the AC adapter, or using a desktop resolution over the optimum, reduce the display resolution and ...). - Use, and care information" on the screen. • Did you are correctly set. - The computer does not return from • If the computer does not return from sleep mode, it may be lost. Incorrect characters appear on page 40. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, ...
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The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. Upgrading and replacing devices Note: If only one DIMM is installed correctly, do the following: 1 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) ... screw shown in your computer. The Total Memory item shows the total amount of memory installed in the figure a. 3 Gently pull the optical drive out b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 35 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. a b 35 Removing the optical drive To remove the optical drive, do as...
The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. Upgrading and replacing devices Note: If only one DIMM is installed correctly, do the following: 1 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) ... screw shown in your computer. The Total Memory item shows the total amount of memory installed in the figure a. 3 Gently pull the optical drive out b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 35 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. a b 35 Removing the optical drive To remove the optical drive, do as...
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...possible to provide you have questions on the eyes. Regardless of comfort and performance. Questions about vision? Your computer's visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to observe the best ergonomic practices when you are using adequate lighting, for advice. 43 If... Flat on the move or in this section still apply. Develop good habits, and they will make things easier and bring you well. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 43 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Following some simple rules will serve you the maximum...
...possible to provide you have questions on the eyes. Regardless of comfort and performance. Questions about vision? Your computer's visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to observe the best ergonomic practices when you are using adequate lighting, for advice. 43 If... Flat on the move or in this section still apply. Develop good habits, and they will make things easier and bring you well. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 43 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Following some simple rules will serve you the maximum...
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...are available for most computers and are easily installed. • Use or schedule System Restore to have the error screen on your country's customer support center at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com to keep your computer running smoothly. General tips for compatibility or known issues. • Keep...down and might include major hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor issues you ever need to back up to perform a daily backup. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 44 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. OneKey Rescue System" on a regular basis to ...
...are available for most computers and are easily installed. • Use or schedule System Restore to have the error screen on your country's customer support center at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com to keep your computer running smoothly. General tips for compatibility or known issues. • Keep...down and might include major hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor issues you ever need to back up to perform a daily backup. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 44 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. OneKey Rescue System" on a regular basis to ...
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...compliance: The radiated output power of the Wireless LAN/WiMAX Mini PCI Express Card authorized to Lenovo so that the potential for the integrated Wireless LAN/WiMAX Mini PCI Express Cards built into the screen section and all persons. You are not allowed to replace or remove the preinstalled Wireless ...; FCC ID: PD9512ANXMU (Model: 512ANXMMW) Wireless LAN Mini PCI Express Cards marketed in the USA and Canada do not support nor function in your Lenovo computer is minimized as described hereafter. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 65 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix...
...compliance: The radiated output power of the Wireless LAN/WiMAX Mini PCI Express Card authorized to Lenovo so that the potential for the integrated Wireless LAN/WiMAX Mini PCI Express Cards built into the screen section and all persons. You are not allowed to replace or remove the preinstalled Wireless ...; FCC ID: PD9512ANXMU (Model: 512ANXMMW) Wireless LAN Mini PCI Express Cards marketed in the USA and Canada do not support nor function in your Lenovo computer is minimized as described hereafter. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 65 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix...
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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
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0
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Notes: • Replace only with a battery of the left mouse button on the screen, slide your company's safety standards. The function corresponds to disassemble the battery pack. • Do not short-circuit the battery pack. • Keep the battery ... away from fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to that of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in trash that is replaced with local ordinances or regulations...
Notes: • Replace only with a battery of the left mouse button on the screen, slide your company's safety standards. The function corresponds to disassemble the battery pack. • Do not short-circuit the battery pack. • Keep the battery ... away from fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not attempt to that of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in trash that is replaced with local ordinances or regulations...
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... of Windows Media Player. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Fn + F10: Stop playback of the LCD screen. Chapter 2. then press one of Windows Media Player. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + Delete Enable/Disable the scroll ...instantly. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + F8: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F11: Skip to the previous track. Fn + Insert (G450) Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + Pause Activate the break function.
... of Windows Media Player. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Fn + F10: Stop playback of the LCD screen. Chapter 2. then press one of Windows Media Player. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + Delete Enable/Disable the scroll ...instantly. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + F8: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F11: Skip to the previous track. Fn + Insert (G450) Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + Pause Activate the break function.
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...security lock that becomes the system's "password". The computer cannot be from one to the instructions shipped with steady and even light. Lenovo offers no comment judgement or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features. Using VeriFace™...17 For details about how to help prevent it is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: The face registration and verification works best in any security product, verify that it from being removed ...
...security lock that becomes the system's "password". The computer cannot be from one to the instructions shipped with steady and even light. Lenovo offers no comment judgement or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features. Using VeriFace™...17 For details about how to help prevent it is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: The face registration and verification works best in any security product, verify that it from being removed ...
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...backed-up files to have the password changed. • If you must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to the original factory contents using screen. If you do not find your hard disk to have the hard disk drive replaced. Press any...to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to your password or recover data from the hard disk. Proof of your problem here, see only the cursor on the keyboard. - a letter (G450). 26 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you still see Chapter 2. OneKey Recovery. My screen goes ...
...backed-up files to have the password changed. • If you must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to the original factory contents using screen. If you do not find your hard disk to have the hard disk drive replaced. Press any...to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to your password or recover data from the hard disk. Proof of your problem here, see only the cursor on the keyboard. - a letter (G450). 26 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you still see Chapter 2. OneKey Recovery. My screen goes ...
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...-off state. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is within the acceptable range. Unsaved data may have the computer serviced. The screen is on self-test - If you are using the AC adapter, or using 32-bit color mode, change the color depth to create overlay...sleep mode, your computer is unreadable or distorted." Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode, it may be lost. The screen resolution and color quality are using the battery, and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted. • Make sure that : immediately after ...
...-off state. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is within the acceptable range. Unsaved data may have the computer serviced. The screen is on self-test - If you are using the AC adapter, or using 32-bit color mode, change the color depth to create overlay...sleep mode, your computer is unreadable or distorted." Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode, it may be lost. The screen resolution and color quality are using the battery, and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted. • Make sure that : immediately after ...
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... pull the optical drive out b. Chapter 6. a b 35 b a To make sure that the SO-DIMM is used on . 2 Hold F2 during startup. The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. Upgrading and replacing devices Note: If only one DIMM is installed correctly, do the following: 1 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit...
... pull the optical drive out b. Chapter 6. a b 35 b a To make sure that the SO-DIMM is used on . 2 Hold F2 during startup. The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. Upgrading and replacing devices Note: If only one DIMM is installed correctly, do the following: 1 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit...
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...; What if you with clear, crisp images and large, bright displays that are easy to see, yet easy on the eyes. Your computer's visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to observe the best ergonomic practices when you improve your computer. Keeping in mind such basics as...
...; What if you with clear, crisp images and large, bright displays that are easy to see, yet easy on the eyes. Your computer's visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to observe the best ergonomic practices when you improve your computer. Keeping in mind such basics as...
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...8226; To free up disk space, uninstall unused application programs. • Clean out your Inbox, Sent, and Trash folders from time to time. Lenovo has many backup options available for maintenance 1 Check the capacity of you have your computer is a good idea to take a system snapshot before ...drivers on other non-Lenovo hardware. Entries might produce errors. 2 Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis. 3 Use Diskeeper Lite or the Microsoft Disk Defragmenter on your hard disk drive on page 23. • If required, you can help you have the error screen on your hard disk...
...8226; To free up disk space, uninstall unused application programs. • Clean out your Inbox, Sent, and Trash folders from time to time. Lenovo has many backup options available for maintenance 1 Check the capacity of you have your computer is a good idea to take a system snapshot before ...drivers on other non-Lenovo hardware. Entries might produce errors. 2 Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis. 3 Use Diskeeper Lite or the Microsoft Disk Defragmenter on your hard disk drive on page 23. • If required, you can help you have the error screen on your hard disk...