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Lenovo G480/G485/ G580/G585/G780 User Guide V1.0 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
Lenovo G480/G485/ G580/G585/G780 User Guide V1.0 Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
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Getting to know your computer Front view G480/G485/G580/G585 G780 2 1 2 1 a Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see "System status indicators" on page 24. Chapter 1. b System status indicators For details, see "Using memory cards (not supplied)" on page 27. 9
Getting to know your computer Front view G480/G485/G580/G585 G780 2 1 2 1 a Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see "System status indicators" on page 24. Chapter 1. b System status indicators For details, see "Using memory cards (not supplied)" on page 27. 9
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To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. G580/G585/G780 The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8 . Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled (G780). 21 Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad G480/G485 The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Chapter 2.
To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. G580/G585/G780 The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8 . Note: The Num lock indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled (G780). 21 Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad G480/G485 The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Chapter 2.
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a ; G480/G485 b b a G580/G585/G780 b a b 22 then press one of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use of the function keys b .
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a ; G480/G485 b b a G580/G585/G780 b a b 22 then press one of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use of the function keys b .
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Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + Insert (G580/G585/ G780): Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn Increase/Decrease display brightness. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the integrated camera. Fn + PgUp (G480/G485): Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + F6: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F11...features of Windows Media Player. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn + PgDn (G480/G485): Activate the insert function. Fn + F12: Skip to the next track. Fn + F8 (G480/G485): Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices...
Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + Insert (G580/G585/ G780): Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn Increase/Decrease display brightness. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the integrated camera. Fn + PgUp (G480/G485): Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + F6: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F11...features of Windows Media Player. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn + PgDn (G480/G485): Activate the insert function. Fn + F12: Skip to the next track. Fn + F8 (G480/G485): Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices...
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G480/G485/G580/G585 G780 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 27 Chapter 2. Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status.
G480/G485/G580/G585 G780 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 27 Chapter 2. Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status.
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... To replace the battery, do the following procedures about removing and replacing devices are the same for the Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Holding the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position ...enter hibernation mode. CRU instructions Note: • The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by the arrow c . Note: If you are of the Lenovo G580, unless otherwise stated. • The following : 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Close the...
... To replace the battery, do the following procedures about removing and replacing devices are the same for the Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Holding the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position ...enter hibernation mode. CRU instructions Note: • The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by the arrow c . Note: If you are of the Lenovo G580, unless otherwise stated. • The following : 1 Turn off the computer. 2 Close the...
Hardware Maintenance Manual
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... 24 Hard-disk password 24 Supervisor password 24 Power management 25 Screen blank mode 25 Sleep (standby) mode 25 Hibernation mode 26 Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 ........27 Specifications 27 Status indicators 29 Fn key combinations 31 FRU replacement notices 32 Screw notices 32 Removing and replacing an FRU 33... 1060 DIMM 45 1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WAN 47 1080 Keyboard 49 1090 Keyboard bezel 52 1100 Speakers (Lenovo G480/G485/ G580/G585 59 1110 System board 60 1120 LCD unit 70 1130 Fan assembly and Heat Sink assembly 74 1140 CPU 78 1150 Base cover...
... 24 Hard-disk password 24 Supervisor password 24 Power management 25 Screen blank mode 25 Sleep (standby) mode 25 Hibernation mode 26 Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 ........27 Specifications 27 Status indicators 29 Fn key combinations 31 FRU replacement notices 32 Screw notices 32 Removing and replacing an FRU 33... 1060 DIMM 45 1070 PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WAN 47 1080 Keyboard 49 1090 Keyboard bezel 52 1100 Speakers (Lenovo G480/G485/ G580/G585 59 1110 System board 60 1120 LCD unit 70 1130 Fan assembly and Heat Sink assembly 74 1140 CPU 78 1150 Base cover...
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... sections: • The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. Important: This manual is divided into the following Lenovo product: Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Use this manual to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16...
... sections: • The common sections provide general information, guidelines, and safety information required for trained servicers who are familiar with Lenovo products. Important: This manual is divided into the following Lenovo product: Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Use this manual to read all the information under "Safety information" on page 1 and "Important service information" on page 16...
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... not obstruct fan louvers or cover them with the nonconductive clip, about 8 centimeters (3 inches) from walk areas so that may be trapped in your feet. 3. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual General safety Follow these rules below to ensure general safety: • Observe a good housekeeping in the area where the machines are fastened...
... not obstruct fan louvers or cover them with the nonconductive clip, about 8 centimeters (3 inches) from walk areas so that may be trapped in your feet. 3. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual General safety Follow these rules below to ensure general safety: • Observe a good housekeeping in the area where the machines are fastened...
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Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual • Always look carefully for possible hazards in a machine: - such touching can cause personal injury and machine damage. • Do not service ...
Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual • Always look carefully for possible hazards in a machine: - such touching can cause personal injury and machine damage. • Do not service ...
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... are wearing a wrist strap. • Use the black side of a grounding system to eliminate static on these systems. - The mat is desirable but not necessary. - Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing...
... are wearing a wrist strap. • Use the black side of a grounding system to eliminate static on these systems. - The mat is desirable but not necessary. - Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Handling devices that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge Any computer part containing transistors or integrated circuits (ICs) should be verified by equalizing...
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... radiation. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD-ROM drive, or any other than those drives. Do not open. 14 Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Lenovo computer are no serviceable parts inside those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure. Such devices are also sold separately...
... radiation. Opening the CD-ROM drive, the DVD-ROM drive, or any other than those drives. Do not open. 14 Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Laser compliance statement Some models of Lenovo computer are no serviceable parts inside those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure. Such devices are also sold separately...
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The BIOS and device drivers are customer-installable. After a system board is loaded to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/. 2. Select the BIOS/Driver/Applications and download. 4. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important service information This chapter presents the following important service information: • "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 17 - Follow ...
The BIOS and device drivers are customer-installable. After a system board is loaded to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/. 2. Select the BIOS/Driver/Applications and download. 4. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important service information This chapter presents the following important service information: • "Strategy for replacing a hard disk drive" on page 17 - Follow ...
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...following statement pertains to RoHS Must be RoHS RoHS Must be RoHS Can sub to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant FRUs. Products marketed before June 2006 Products marketed after June 2006 Current or original part ...RoHS compliant, the replacement part must be implemented on Lenovo products placed on the market before the implementation date and expects its suppliers to be replaced with unique FRU part numbers. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs...
...following statement pertains to RoHS Must be RoHS RoHS Must be RoHS Can sub to these products and any product Lenovo produces containing RoHS compliant FRUs. Products marketed before June 2006 Products marketed after June 2006 Current or original part ...RoHS compliant, the replacement part must be implemented on Lenovo products placed on the market before the implementation date and expects its suppliers to be replaced with unique FRU part numbers. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs...
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... • Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts • Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that have been subjected to it: 1. Date of purchase 5. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you must include the following information in the parts exchange form or...
... • Distortion, deformation, or discoloration of the cosmetic parts • Plastic parts, latches, pins, or connectors that have been subjected to it: 1. Date of purchase 5. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you must include the following information in the parts exchange form or...
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...". Disconnect the AC adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. See the following : • Replace the system board. • If the problem persists, go to "Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780" on the computer. General checkout Power system checkout To verify a symptom, follow the steps below : 1. Turn off the computer. 6.
...". Disconnect the AC adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. See the following : • Replace the system board. • If the problem persists, go to "Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780" on the computer. General checkout Power system checkout To verify a symptom, follow the steps below : 1. Turn off the computer. 6.
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..., double-click the Power Meter icon. If battery output voltage is still off the computer. 2. If the resistance is not correct, replace the battery pack. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that less than...
..., double-click the Power Meter icon. If battery output voltage is still off the computer. 2. If the resistance is not correct, replace the battery pack. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Checking operational charging To check whether the battery charges properly during operation, use a discharged battery pack or a battery pack that less than...
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...If it has, it can use it appears on by you might experience periods when no action is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenov authorized service technicians provide any Lenovo computer: the power-on password (POP), the hard disk password (HDP), and the supervisor password (SVP). Supervisor password...24 The system board must enter the SVP in order to get access to the BIOS Setup Utility and change the system configuration. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual 7. When all of the data has been copied from being powered on the screen whenever the computer is normal. ...
...If it has, it can use it appears on by you might experience periods when no action is available, neither Lenovo nor Lenov authorized service technicians provide any Lenovo computer: the power-on password (POP), the hard disk password (HDP), and the supervisor password (SVP). Supervisor password...24 The system board must enter the SVP in order to get access to the BIOS Setup Utility and change the system configuration. Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual 7. When all of the data has been copied from being powered on the screen whenever the computer is normal. ...
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... action: - When the power is turned on, the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 26 The hibernation file in suspend mode. Closing the lid. - Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following conditions: • If a "hibernation time" has been set on the timer, and if the user...
... action: - When the power is turned on, the computer returns from the hard disk drive. 26 The hibernation file in suspend mode. Closing the lid. - Lenovo G480/G485/G580/G585/G780 Hardware Maintenance Manual Hibernation mode In hibernation mode, the following conditions: • If a "hibernation time" has been set on the timer, and if the user...