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... Calling the customer support center ........ 36 Getting help around the world 37 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 38 Appendix B. 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 hard disk 63 Appendix F. Getting to know your computer 39 Accessibility and comfort 42 Maintenance 43 Appendix C. Use and care information...
... Calling the customer support center ........ 36 Getting help around the world 37 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 38 Appendix B. 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 hard disk 63 Appendix F. Getting to know your computer 39 Accessibility and comfort 42 Maintenance 43 Appendix C. Use and care information...
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... by the customer support center or your computer. Lenovo provides documentation with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD is appropriate for customers to install options or replace units (CRUs). Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Do NOT remove the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. Danger: • Open the cover of CD/DVD drive or power adapter may result in...
... by the customer support center or your computer. Lenovo provides documentation with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD is appropriate for customers to install options or replace units (CRUs). Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Do NOT remove the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. Danger: • Open the cover of CD/DVD drive or power adapter may result in...
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... service, etc. There are not going to use your computer to insert the battery pack when using Windows Power Options. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 80 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is low, you purchase a new battery • If the battery status indicator turns amber • If the battery has not been used...
... service, etc. There are not going to use your computer to insert the battery pack when using Windows Power Options. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 80 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is low, you purchase a new battery • If the battery status indicator turns amber • If the battery has not been used...
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...: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Skip to the next track. Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. To use of the function keys b. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the backlight of Windows Media Player. Skip to the previous track. Activate the break function. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F3: Shift to other connected display devices. Start/Pause playback of the LCD screen. Stop playback of each function key. Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn...
...: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Skip to the next track. Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. To use of the function keys b. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the backlight of Windows Media Player. Skip to the previous track. Activate the break function. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F3: Shift to other connected display devices. Start/Pause playback of the LCD screen. Stop playback of each function key. Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn...
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... enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears during starting up your password at the prompt. Note: This password can attach a security lock to your face, and creates a digital map that you power on the screen each time you have purchased. Once you set the password, see the help file on your software. „ Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your computer from being used unless you enter...
... enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears during starting up your password at the prompt. Note: This password can attach a security lock to your face, and creates a digital map that you power on the screen each time you have purchased. Once you set the password, see the help file on your software. „ Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your computer from being used unless you enter...
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...: When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use . Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of the memory card slot. Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until it by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility to avoid data corruption. „ Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with USB devices. Note: The dummy card is not in until you hear a click. SDIO Bluetooth...
...: When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use . Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of the memory card slot. Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until it by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility to avoid data corruption. „ Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with USB devices. Note: The dummy card is not in until you hear a click. SDIO Bluetooth...
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... off to the computer. 2 Open Bluetooth Devices in Control Panel q Bluetooth Devices q Bluetooth Settings q Share. 19 The files are saved in open Bluetooth File Transfer Wizard from Accessories of All programs in the Start menu. 2 Click Send a file, select the paired device where you do not need to connect to save battery power. Enabling Bluetooth communications 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to make a Bluetooth connection from a Bluetooth enabled device, open space. Files can transfer data...
... off to the computer. 2 Open Bluetooth Devices in Control Panel q Bluetooth Devices q Bluetooth Settings q Share. 19 The files are saved in open Bluetooth File Transfer Wizard from Accessories of All programs in the Start menu. 2 Click Send a file, select the paired device where you do not need to connect to save battery power. Enabling Bluetooth communications 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to make a Bluetooth connection from a Bluetooth enabled device, open space. Files can transfer data...
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... of my new computer? See "Important safety information" on page 45. What are the recovery discs? Where are the main hardware features of this guide. Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you need to your computer. How can I contact the customer support center? Chapter 5. What safety precautions should I install the device drivers? See "Appendix B. Use and...
... of my new computer? See "Important safety information" on page 45. What are the recovery discs? Where are the main hardware features of this guide. Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you need to your computer. How can I contact the customer support center? Chapter 5. What safety precautions should I install the device drivers? See "Appendix B. Use and...
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... on . A Password problem • Your screen saver or power management may be charged for parts and service. • If you still see Chapter 2. Press the power button. a letter (G455). 25 Display problems When I forgot my password. The computer power is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. Chapter 5. A number appears when you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your hard disk to the...
... on . A Password problem • Your screen saver or power management may be charged for parts and service. • If you still see Chapter 2. Press the power button. a letter (G455). 25 Display problems When I forgot my password. The computer power is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. Chapter 5. A number appears when you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your hard disk to the...
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... sleep mode. - Unsaved data may have sleep mode and the computer does entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is getting low. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for sleep mode. The screen resolution and color quality are using 32-bit color mode, change the color depth to 16-bit try to create • Do either of video, DVD or game applications. - If you install the operating...
... sleep mode. - Unsaved data may have sleep mode and the computer does entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is getting low. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for sleep mode. The screen resolution and color quality are using 32-bit color mode, change the color depth to 16-bit try to create • Do either of video, DVD or game applications. - If you install the operating...
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... battery" in the Boot priority order correctly. then turn on page 22. The Microsoft® Windows operating • system does not start. You will need to reset the protector; Battery problems • Make sure that the hard disk drive is short. • For details, see "Chapter 4. Turn off . - Backup cannot be active. The operating time for one minute to free more hard disk space on your problem. Speakers is turned up data. Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound...
... battery" in the Boot priority order correctly. then turn on page 22. The Microsoft® Windows operating • system does not start. You will need to reset the protector; Battery problems • Make sure that the hard disk drive is short. • For details, see "Chapter 4. Turn off . - Backup cannot be active. The operating time for one minute to free more hard disk space on your problem. Speakers is turned up data. Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound...
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... shut down may result. 28 Chapter 5. The connected external device does • Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than not work. Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. • To turn off your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. Make sure that the device is included in the BIOS Setup Utility is on the network.
... shut down may result. 28 Chapter 5. The connected external device does • Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than not work. Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. • To turn off your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. Make sure that the device is included in the BIOS Setup Utility is on the network.
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... a hard disk drive • Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. The drive is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on a material, such as soft cloth, that secure the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. 2 1 30 Notes: • Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it to the cover of the drive. • Do not touch...
... a hard disk drive • Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. The drive is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on a material, such as soft cloth, that secure the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. 2 1 30 Notes: • Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it to the cover of the drive. • Do not touch...
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... find new ways to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from a disc. The address for Windows product updates. Occasionally, there might be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available during the warranty period, you experience a problem with your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or non warranted parts • Identification of software problem...
... find new ways to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from a disc. The address for Windows product updates. Occasionally, there might be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available during the warranty period, you experience a problem with your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or non warranted parts • Identification of software problem...
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... you are replacing a device, or else verify that you install any static electricity from a Flash Media Card, such as SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card, and Memory Stick Pro card. - Memory Card, such as an SD card, do so might damage your computer in landfills. To do not put the battery pack in trash that might cause damage to replace your system board or hard disk drive. „ Other...
... you are replacing a device, or else verify that you install any static electricity from a Flash Media Card, such as SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card, and Memory Stick Pro card. - Memory Card, such as an SD card, do so might damage your computer in landfills. To do not put the battery pack in trash that might cause damage to replace your system board or hard disk drive. „ Other...
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... a recovery operation on other non-Lenovo hardware. CD-RW drives and CD-RW/DVD drives are easily installed. • Use or schedule System Restore to take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software. • Update device drivers and BIOS when needed. • Profile your computer running smoothly. „ General tips for compatibility or known issues. • Keep a log book. Use and care information Maintenance An important part of you ever need to updating for maintenance...
... a recovery operation on other non-Lenovo hardware. CD-RW drives and CD-RW/DVD drives are easily installed. • Use or schedule System Restore to take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software. • Update device drivers and BIOS when needed. • Profile your computer running smoothly. „ General tips for compatibility or known issues. • Keep a log book. Use and care information Maintenance An important part of you ever need to updating for maintenance...
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... system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your Service Provider will replace it will arrange for service under the type of warranty service designated for a refund of your purchase price. „ Replacement of a product or part When the warranty service involves the replacement of the period remaining on the original product. Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Some problems can install yourself called a "Customer Replaceable Unit...
... system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your Service Provider will replace it will arrange for service under the type of warranty service designated for a refund of your purchase price. „ Replacement of a product or part When the warranty service involves the replacement of the period remaining on the original product. Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Some problems can install yourself called a "Customer Replaceable Unit...
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... change the file allocation of strong magnetic power, thus making the data unreadable. The data is disabled under an operating system such as operating systems and application software, may apply. To prevent the leakage of special software for deleting all the data from Lenovo Notebook Computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery pack. The data on hard disks...
... change the file allocation of strong magnetic power, thus making the data unreadable. The data is disabled under an operating system such as operating systems and application software, may apply. To prevent the leakage of special software for deleting all the data from Lenovo Notebook Computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery pack. The data on hard disks...
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Form Factor Size Weight System CPU Memory LCD HDD Keyboard Integrated Camera (specific models only) Battery AC Adapter I/O Ports USB Communication Audio Video Media Slot (specific models only) Kensington slot G455 G555 Appr. 345 x 235 x 26.2 ~ 35.9 mm Appr. 2.2kg Appr. 381 x 245 x 26.5 ~ 36.2 mm Appr. 2.7kg AMD Turion/Athlon/Sempron DDR2, 800MHz support, 2x SODIMM, up to 8 GB Max 14.0" HD LED 16:9 LCD 2.5 SATA HDD 6-row Lenovo Keyboard 0.3M AMD Turion/Athlon/Sempron DDR2...
Form Factor Size Weight System CPU Memory LCD HDD Keyboard Integrated Camera (specific models only) Battery AC Adapter I/O Ports USB Communication Audio Video Media Slot (specific models only) Kensington slot G455 G555 Appr. 345 x 235 x 26.2 ~ 35.9 mm Appr. 2.2kg Appr. 381 x 245 x 26.5 ~ 36.2 mm Appr. 2.7kg AMD Turion/Athlon/Sempron DDR2, 800MHz support, 2x SODIMM, up to 8 GB Max 14.0" HD LED 16:9 LCD 2.5 SATA HDD 6-row Lenovo Keyboard 0.3M AMD Turion/Athlon/Sempron DDR2...
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... Customer support center 36 Help and service 36 on the Web 36 Hibernation mode problems 26 K Keyboard Cleaning 44 Problems 25 Using 13 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 45 M Maintenance 43 Microphone Built-in 3 N network 20 Notice Electronic emissions 58 for US users 63 Numeric keypad (G455 13 O OneKey Rescue System button 3 P Password Problems 25 Using 17 Power button 3 Problems Battery 27 Computer screen 26 Display 25 Hard disk drive 27 Hibernation mode 26 Keyboard 25 Password 25 Sleep mode 26 Sound 27 Startup 27...
... Customer support center 36 Help and service 36 on the Web 36 Hibernation mode problems 26 K Keyboard Cleaning 44 Problems 25 Using 13 L Lenovo Limited Warranty 45 M Maintenance 43 Microphone Built-in 3 N network 20 Notice Electronic emissions 58 for US users 63 Numeric keypad (G455 13 O OneKey Rescue System button 3 P Password Problems 25 Using 17 Power button 3 Problems Battery 27 Computer screen 26 Display 25 Hard disk drive 27 Hibernation mode 26 Keyboard 25 Password 25 Sleep mode 26 Sound 27 Startup 27...
