Windows 7 Upgrade Guide
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... a successful installation and to http://www.lenovo.com/windows7. You must manually reinstall your programs and settings. Clean install If your current operating system entirely, you want ? You will need to install the hardware drivers for installation page, we recommend getting the latest updates to help protect your current Windows version can perform a clean install. You will also need an Internet connection to complete the upgrade. Back up...
... a successful installation and to http://www.lenovo.com/windows7. You must manually reinstall your programs and settings. Clean install If your current operating system entirely, you want ? You will need to install the hardware drivers for installation page, we recommend getting the latest updates to help protect your current Windows version can perform a clean install. You will also need an Internet connection to complete the upgrade. Back up...
Windows 7 Upgrade Guide
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... be displayed under in-place upgrade. 2 On the Which type of installation do you have the option here of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7. To start your computer from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to open the boot selection menu. To do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. To activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to open the System window. Your Windows operating...
... be displayed under in-place upgrade. 2 On the Which type of installation do you have the option here of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7. To start your computer from the upgrade disc, restart your keyboard) to open the boot selection menu. To do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. To activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to open the System window. Your Windows operating...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0
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... Frequently asked questions 24 Troubleshooting 26 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 30 Replacing the battery 30 Replacing the hard disk drive 31 Replacing memory 33 Removing the optical drive 35 Appendix A. Lenovo regulatory notice .... 65 Lenovo regulatory notice 65 Appendix G. Getting to know your hard disk 64 Appendix F. Getting help and service......37 Getting help around the world 38 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 39 Appendix B. Features and specifications 96 Trademarks 97 Index...
... Frequently asked questions 24 Troubleshooting 26 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 30 Replacing the battery 30 Replacing the hard disk drive 31 Replacing memory 33 Removing the optical drive 35 Appendix A. Lenovo regulatory notice .... 65 Lenovo regulatory notice 65 Appendix G. Getting to know your hard disk 64 Appendix F. Getting help and service......37 Getting help around the world 38 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 39 Appendix B. Features and specifications 96 Trademarks 97 Index...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0
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... your computer. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Danger: • Open the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. iv Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to diagnose the situation yourself. Lenovo provides documentation with large amount of...
... your computer. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Danger: • Open the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. iv Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to diagnose the situation yourself. Lenovo provides documentation with large amount of...
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... battery is connected to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are two main factors: • The amount of battery power remaining by using your computer to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive...
... battery is connected to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are two main factors: • The amount of battery power remaining by using your computer to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive...
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... of Windows Media Player. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of the LCD screen. Fn + F11: Skip to the previous track. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a; Fn + Delete Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + Pause Activate the break function. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Fn + F8: Enable/Disable the touchpad...
... of Windows Media Player. Fn + F9: Start/Pause playback of the LCD screen. Fn + F11: Skip to the previous track. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use this function, press and hold Fn a; Fn + Delete Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + Pause Activate the break function. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Fn + F8: Enable/Disable the touchpad...
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... the location of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: This password can attach a security lock to your face, and creates a digital map that it is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of your computer to help to the "Left-side view" on your software. Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your permission. For details about how to set a password and enable it...
... the location of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: This password can attach a security lock to your face, and creates a digital map that it is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of your computer to help to the "Left-side view" on your software. Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your permission. For details about how to set a password and enable it...
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... 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 an ExpressCard/34 slot used for future use . Note: When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the ExpressCard/34 devices. 18 Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of the memory card slot. SDIO Bluetooth, etc.). Note: Only use the external device's power adapter. Removing a memory card...
... 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 an ExpressCard/34 slot used for future use . Note: When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the ExpressCard/34 devices. 18 Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of the memory card slot. SDIO Bluetooth, etc.). Note: Only use the external device's power adapter. Removing a memory card...
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... device in with a Bluetooth enabled device 1 Enable the Bluetooth function of the device that you do not need to connect to the computer. 2 Open Bluetooth Devices in use . Connecting a Bluetooth enabled device (specific models only) If your computer when the ExpressCard slot is used for future use . Note: The actual maximum range may vary by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility. • The dummy card is not in the Control Panel, click Add Wireless Device, select the device to connect, and click Next. 3 Select a pairing option...
... device in with a Bluetooth enabled device 1 Enable the Bluetooth function of the device that you do not need to connect to the computer. 2 Open Bluetooth Devices in use . Connecting a Bluetooth enabled device (specific models only) If your computer when the ExpressCard slot is used for future use . Note: The actual maximum range may vary by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility. • The dummy card is not in the Control Panel, click Add Wireless Device, select the device to connect, and click Next. 3 Select a pairing option...
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... I prevent problems with a recovery disc. See "Appendix B. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Where are the main hardware features of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. For the warranty applicable to upgrade a device or I find the detailed specifications for my computer? If your computer is a requirement to replace one of my new computer...
... I prevent problems with a recovery disc. See "Appendix B. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 24 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. Where are the main hardware features of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. For the warranty applicable to upgrade a device or I find the detailed specifications for my computer? If your computer is a requirement to replace one of my new computer...
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... the power button. Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter • The numeric lock function is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. • If you do not find your password. The memory is on . To disable it, press Fn + Insert. My screen goes blank while the computer is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the hard disk drive replaced. Display problems...
... the power button. Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter • The numeric lock function is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. • If you do not find your password. The memory is on . To disable it, press Fn + Insert. My screen goes blank while the computer is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the hard disk drive replaced. Display problems...
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... power indicator is in hibernation mode or power-off . • The battery power is not work. If the problem persist, follow the solution in the following : - The display device driver is charged. (POST). - If they are using the AC adapter, or using a desktop resolution over the optimum, reduce the display resolution and the color depth. 27 If you are installed and configured correctly, have sleep mode and the computer does entered...
... power indicator is in hibernation mode or power-off . • The battery power is not work. If the problem persist, follow the solution in the following : - The display device driver is charged. (POST). - If they are using the AC adapter, or using a desktop resolution over the optimum, reduce the display resolution and the color depth. 27 If you are installed and configured correctly, have sleep mode and the computer does entered...
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... the battery" in Chapter 2. computer for a fully charged battery is off the a fully charged battery. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can be heard from the speaker even when the volume is included in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that : - A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in the Boot priority order correctly. OneKey Rescue System problems Backup cannot be active. Fail to restore system partition to factory default. • The system partition, such as a playback device.
... the battery" in Chapter 2. computer for a fully charged battery is off the a fully charged battery. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can be heard from the speaker even when the volume is included in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that : - A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in the Boot priority order correctly. OneKey Rescue System problems Backup cannot be active. Fail to restore system partition to factory default. • The system partition, such as a playback device.
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... starts from the device you want . • See the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup Utility. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. 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. Disable the sleep timer when you might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation...
... starts from the device you want . • See the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup Utility. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. 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. Disable the sleep timer when you might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation...
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... the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. The drive is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on the hard disk. b a 31 Put the drive on an optional hard disk drive. Incorrect handling can increase the storage capacity of greater capacity. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all cables from your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of your reseller or Lenovo marketing...
... the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. The drive is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on the hard disk. b a 31 Put the drive on an optional hard disk drive. Incorrect handling can increase the storage capacity of greater capacity. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all cables from your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of your reseller or Lenovo marketing...
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... http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. If the problem is necessary to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from Lenovo to , Service Packs for Windows product updates. The following services are not covered: • Replacement or use your hardware. Getting help and service If you have tried to provide the applicable level of sources available from a disc. The following...
... http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. If the problem is necessary to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from Lenovo to , Service Packs for Windows product updates. The following services are not covered: • Replacement or use your hardware. Getting help and service If you have tried to provide the applicable level of sources available from a disc. The following...
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... adapter is your computer in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is disposed of in . ExpressCard - If you are replacing a device, or else verify that you might damage your computer if you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it is warm- When disposing of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep the display open...
... adapter is your computer in sleep or hibernation mode before the data transfer is disposed of in . ExpressCard - If you are replacing a device, or else verify that you might damage your computer if you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it is warm- When disposing of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep the display open...
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... make a point to back up your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is helpful to have your data. If the hard disk drive gets too full, Windows® will slow down . 44 If critical data is present, it is in front of you have the error screen on your hard disk drive on other non-Lenovo hardware. CD-RW drives and CD-RW/DVD drives...
... make a point to back up your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is helpful to have your data. If the hard disk drive gets too full, Windows® will slow down . 44 If critical data is present, it is in front of you have the error screen on your hard disk drive on other non-Lenovo hardware. CD-RW drives and CD-RW/DVD drives...
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... your Service Provider specifies; 2 backup or secure all programs and data contained in compliance with respect to perform service; Before your Service Provider replaces a product or part, you agree to Lenovo for replacement. and 4 ensure that all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your Service Provider determines that it is at least functionally equivalent to repair your product, your Service Provider will replace...
... your Service Provider specifies; 2 backup or secure all programs and data contained in compliance with respect to perform service; Before your Service Provider replaces a product or part, you agree to Lenovo for replacement. and 4 ensure that all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to your Service Provider determines that it is at least functionally equivalent to repair your product, your Service Provider will replace...
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... you make use a Lenovo notebook computer at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery Notice for users in Lenovo sales, service, or marketing, and follow that you dispose of special software for data recovery. special handling may even violate License Agreements. Before you take responsibility for unexpected purposes. These operations, however, only change...
... you make use a Lenovo notebook computer at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery Notice for users in Lenovo sales, service, or marketing, and follow that you dispose of special software for data recovery. special handling may even violate License Agreements. Before you take responsibility for unexpected purposes. These operations, however, only change...