Windows 7 Upgrade Guide
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... installation. * If you start your computer from the Windows® 7 Upgrade Disc. Activation: After upgrading to finish the installation. When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on -screen instructions to Windows® 7, you will be... the boot selection menu. The remaining days within which you are required to finish the activation will start from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to install Windows® 7. 4 Follow the on your computer. To start from the Windows Upgrade Disc, you want to open the System...
... installation. * If you start your computer from the Windows® 7 Upgrade Disc. Activation: After upgrading to finish the installation. When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on -screen instructions to Windows® 7, you will be... the boot selection menu. The remaining days within which you are required to finish the activation will start from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to install Windows® 7. 4 Follow the on your computer. To start from the Windows Upgrade Disc, you want to open the System...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0
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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 computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 4 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 ...37 Calling the customer support center ........ 37 Getting help on deleting data from your computer 40 Accessibility and comfort 43 Maintenance 44 Appendix C. 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 1.
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 computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 4 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 ...37 Calling the customer support center ........ 37 Getting help on deleting data from your computer 40 Accessibility and comfort 43 Maintenance 44 Appendix C. 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 1.
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. Please refer 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 careful NOT to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may be damaged. 1 Getting to the actual product. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degree. Otherwise, the display panel may differ from the actual product.
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 1 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. Please refer 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 careful NOT to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may be damaged. 1 Getting to the actual product. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degree. Otherwise, the display panel may differ from the actual product.
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... it into sleep state or shutting it down your computer If you finish working with your computer. To wake the computer, do one of data. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 10 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. When the computer is in sleep state) before you move your computer..., you can put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following . • Press the power button. • Press any key on the keyboard. Shutting down When you are not going to resume use, and bypass the startup process.
... it into sleep state or shutting it down your computer If you finish working with your computer. To wake the computer, do one of data. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 10 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. When the computer is in sleep state) before you move your computer..., you can put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following . • Press the power button. • Press any key on the keyboard. Shutting down When you are not going to resume use, and bypass the startup process.
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G550 The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Numeric keypad G450 The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. Note: The indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 13 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 13 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+Insert.
G550 The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Numeric keypad G450 The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. Note: The indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 13 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 13 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+Insert.
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...is pre-installed with your computer. Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page 40 of this guide. OneKey Rescue System" on page 46. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. What safety precautions should I install the device ... your computer is a requirement to replace one of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Chapter 4. For an explanation of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. For the warranty applicable to upgrade a device or I prevent problems with a recovery...
...is pre-installed with your computer. Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page 40 of this guide. OneKey Rescue System" on page 46. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. What safety precautions should I install the device ... your computer is a requirement to replace one of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Chapter 4. For an explanation of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. For the warranty applicable to upgrade a device or I prevent problems with a recovery...
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..., nothing appears on the screen. • If the screen is on the screen, have the hard disk drive replaced. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you must take your computer to...and service. • If you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from sleep or hibernation mode: - Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password. To disable it, press Fn...
..., nothing appears on the screen. • If the screen is on the screen, have the hard disk drive replaced. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 26 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you must take your computer to...and service. • If you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from sleep or hibernation mode: - Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password. To disable it, press Fn...
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 40 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Use... damage. • Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to an appliance that fall into your keyboard. Therefore, when using the computer close to such an appliance, and is designed to function reliably in normal work environments... (within 13 cm or 5 in). • Avoid subjecting your body or clothing to build up around you touch the keyboard or other parts of suffocation from plastic bags. • Keep your computer away from touching components. - Particles that can ...
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 40 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Use... damage. • Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children to an appliance that fall into your keyboard. Therefore, when using the computer close to such an appliance, and is designed to function reliably in normal work environments... (within 13 cm or 5 in). • Avoid subjecting your body or clothing to build up around you touch the keyboard or other parts of suffocation from plastic bags. • Keep your computer away from touching components. - Particles that can ...
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... computer cover or other 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, push, or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices. • Avoid... or bag. For outdoor use • Backup your critical data before you take your computer outdoors. • 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.
... computer cover or other 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, push, or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices. • Avoid... or bag. For outdoor use • Backup your critical data before you take your computer outdoors. • 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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Wipe the keys one by one that does not contain impurities. 4 Wring out as much of the liquid as you can . 5 Wipe the display again; Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 45 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Use 5 parts water to 1 part detergent. 2 Absorb the diluted detergent ... or between the keys. 3 Allow to dry the display before cleaning the computer. Cleaning your display, it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard when the cover was pressed from beneath the keys, you can use a camera blower with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. 9 Wait for the surface...
Wipe the keys one by one that does not contain impurities. 4 Wring out as much of the liquid as you can . 5 Wipe the display again; Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 45 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. Use 5 parts water to 1 part detergent. 2 Absorb the diluted detergent ... or between the keys. 3 Allow to dry the display before cleaning the computer. Cleaning your display, it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard when the cover was pressed from beneath the keys, you can use a camera blower with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. 9 Wait for the surface...
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Lenovo limited warranty Lenovo Turkey address LENOVO TECHNOLOGY B.V. United States of warranty service Taiwan 3, 4 India, China (Hong Kong S.A.R.), China (Macau S.A.R.) Notebook: 20022, 2949 20023, 2958 Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, South Africa, France, Austria, parts and labor - Belgium, ...labor - 2 years battery pack - 1 1, 4 year * Excludes some components. 90-day limited warranty for power adapters, keyboards, plastics and hinges. 50 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 50 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix C.
Lenovo limited warranty Lenovo Turkey address LENOVO TECHNOLOGY B.V. United States of warranty service Taiwan 3, 4 India, China (Hong Kong S.A.R.), China (Macau S.A.R.) Notebook: 20022, 2949 20023, 2958 Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, South Africa, France, Austria, parts and labor - Belgium, ...labor - 2 years battery pack - 1 1, 4 year * Excludes some components. 90-day limited warranty for power adapters, keyboards, plastics and hinges. 50 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 50 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix C.
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... some cases might require tools such as a screwdriver. Examples of these types of these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 53 Customers are easy to help you remove and replace the part. Examples of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive,...Customer replaceable units (CRUs) Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are concealed by an access panel that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 53 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix D. Examples of these types of CRUs include memory modules and...
... some cases might require tools such as a screwdriver. Examples of these types of these CRUs include PCI Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 53 Customers are easy to help you remove and replace the part. Examples of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive,...Customer replaceable units (CRUs) Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are concealed by an access panel that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 53 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix D. Examples of these types of CRUs include memory modules and...
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 56 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix E. Hibernate: After 1 hour To awaken your computer from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any key on your computer has been inactive for computers. • 20022, 2949 • 20023, 2958 By using ...; 7 Power plan: Energy Star • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes • Put the computer to take effect when your keyboard. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. For more information about these settings, refer to your day-to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR...
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 56 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix E. Hibernate: After 1 hour To awaken your computer from a Sleep or System Standby mode, press any key on your computer has been inactive for computers. • 20022, 2949 • 20023, 2958 By using ...; 7 Power plan: Energy Star • Turn off the display: After 10 minutes • Put the computer to take effect when your keyboard. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. For more information about these settings, refer to your day-to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR...
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...Object Exchange • Generic Object Push • File Transfer • Synchronization • Audio Gateway • Headset • Printer • Human Interface Devices (Keyboard/Mouse) • Basic Image • Handsfree • AV 57 Following profiles are supported by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Notices Wireless related information Wireless... by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. • The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the Bluetooth SIG. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 57 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix E.
...Object Exchange • Generic Object Push • File Transfer • Synchronization • Audio Gateway • Headset • Printer • Human Interface Devices (Keyboard/Mouse) • Basic Image • Handsfree • AV 57 Following profiles are supported by the Wi-Fi Alliance. Notices Wireless related information Wireless... by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. • The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the Bluetooth SIG. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 57 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix E.
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Features and specifications Model Name: Lenovo G450 Lenovo G550 Machine Type • 20022, 2949 • 20023, 2958 Note: Information of the specifications may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 96 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix G. G450 Form Factor Size Appr. 345... , up to improvements and/or changes at this specifications at any time without notice. Lenovo reserved the right to 8 GB Max 15.6" HDLED 16:9 LED 2.5 SATA HDD 6-row Lenovo Keyboard 0.3M 53Wh/57Wh/48Wh, 6 cell Li-ion Battery or 35Wh, 4 cell Li-...
Features and specifications Model Name: Lenovo G450 Lenovo G550 Machine Type • 20022, 2949 • 20023, 2958 Note: Information of the specifications may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 96 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix G. G450 Form Factor Size Appr. 345... , up to improvements and/or changes at this specifications at any time without notice. Lenovo reserved the right to 8 GB Max 15.6" HDLED 16:9 LED 2.5 SATA HDD 6-row Lenovo Keyboard 0.3M 53Wh/57Wh/48Wh, 6 cell Li-ion Battery or 35Wh, 4 cell Li-...
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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 Computer keyboard... 28 Help Customer support center 37 Help and service 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...
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 Computer keyboard... 28 Help Customer support center 37 Help and service 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...
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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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...view 1 Left-side view 4 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 Bottom view 7 Chapter 2. Lenovo regulatory notice .... 65 Lenovo regulatory notice 65 Appendix G. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 53 Appendix E. Lenovo limited warranty 46 Warranty information 50 Appendix D. Features and specifications 96 Trademarks 97 Index 98 i ...the U.S.A 64 Notice on the Web 37 Calling the customer support center ........37 Getting help around the world 38 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 39 Appendix B. Learning the basics 9 First use 9 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the...
...view 1 Left-side view 4 Right-side view 5 Front view 6 Bottom view 7 Chapter 2. Lenovo regulatory notice .... 65 Lenovo regulatory notice 65 Appendix G. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 53 Appendix E. Lenovo limited warranty 46 Warranty information 50 Appendix D. Features and specifications 96 Trademarks 97 Index 98 i ...the U.S.A 64 Notice on the Web 37 Calling the customer support center ........37 Getting help around the world 38 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 39 Appendix B. Learning the basics 9 First use 9 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the...
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Chapter 1. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degree. Please refer 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 careful NOT to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may be damaged. 1 Getting to the actual product. Otherwise, the display panel may differ from the actual product.
Chapter 1. Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degree. Please refer 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 careful NOT to leave pens or any other objects in this manual may be damaged. 1 Getting to the actual product. Otherwise, the display panel may differ from the actual product.
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... it down . To put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following . • Press the power button. • Press any key on the keyboard. Shutting down When you finish working with your computer for a day or two, shut it down your computer If you move your computer into...
... it down . To put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following . • Press the power button. • Press any key on the keyboard. Shutting down When you finish working with your computer for a day or two, shut it down your computer If you move your computer into...