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... B. Using the computer network 21 Wired connection 21 Wireless connection 22 Chapter 4. Lenovo limited warranty 46 Warranty information 50 Appendix D. Learning the basics 9 First use 9 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 12 Using the keyboard 13 Special keys and ...System..........23 OneKey Rescue System 23 Chapter 5. Use, and care information 40 Caring your computer 17 Connecting external devices 18 Chapter 3. 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...
... B. Using the computer network 21 Wired connection 21 Wireless connection 22 Chapter 4. Lenovo limited warranty 46 Warranty information 50 Appendix D. Learning the basics 9 First use 9 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 12 Using the keyboard 13 Special keys and ...System..........23 OneKey Rescue System 23 Chapter 5. Use, and care information 40 Caring your computer 17 Connecting external devices 18 Chapter 3. 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...
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... present inside any crack or damage. Keep the computer and other features can help you safely use your computer. Power cords, power adapters, and other parts away from hazards and create a safer computer work environment, follow the instructions hereafter. The safety risks are electronic ... attached for any component that can result in this document does not alter the terms of the computer and AC adapter, especially parts with your notebook personal computer. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page ii Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Important ...
... present inside any crack or damage. Keep the computer and other features can help you safely use your computer. Power cords, power adapters, and other parts away from hazards and create a safer computer work environment, follow the instructions hereafter. The safety risks are electronic ... attached for any component that can result in this document does not alter the terms of the computer and AC adapter, especially parts with your notebook personal computer. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page ii Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Important ...
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Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. 5 Connect the AC adapter here. b Optical drive c AC power adapter jack Reads/Burns optical disks. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view a c b a USB port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 18.
Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. 5 Connect the AC adapter here. b Optical drive c AC power adapter jack Reads/Burns optical disks. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view a c b a USB port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 18.
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...details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. Hard disk drive is secured in this compartment. Houses the computer's main memory and wireless module. Wireless module is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. Getting to know your computer Lenovo G450 a 1 b ...e 2 g f d a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) compartment (G550) d Hard disk drive (HDD) compartment e Battery latch spring loaded f Memory/...
...details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. Hard disk drive is secured in this compartment. Houses the computer's main memory and wireless module. Wireless module is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. Getting to know your computer Lenovo G450 a 1 b ...e 2 g f d a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) compartment (G550) d Hard disk drive (HDD) compartment e Battery latch spring loaded f Memory/...
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... battery is automatically charged while the computer is first used. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer. 3 Plug the power cord into...
... battery is automatically charged while the computer is first used. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 9 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer. 3 Plug the power cord into...
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The battery is charged when the AC adapter is connected to the computer and the battery is not required. Removing the battery pack If you find that the battery power is difficult to Lenovo for service, etc. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging...between 50 °F and 80 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is installed. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by using your computer to insert the battery pack when...
The battery is charged when the AC adapter is connected to the computer and the battery is not required. Removing the battery pack If you find that the battery power is difficult to Lenovo for service, etc. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging...between 50 °F and 80 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is installed. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by using your computer to insert the battery pack when...
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..., please number them in the correct order. • Computers without starting the Windows operating system. Make sure to physically create the recovery discs. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 4. This default partition is irreversible. Note: The recovery ...Icon on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by default to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. For more instructions, see the help file of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to back up the system partition on the desktop to store ...
..., please number them in the correct order. • Computers without starting the Windows operating system. Make sure to physically create the recovery discs. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 23 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 4. This default partition is irreversible. Note: The recovery ...Icon on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by default to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. For more instructions, see the help file of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to back up the system partition on the desktop to store ...
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...Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the computer serviced. Press the power button. Proof of purchase is connected to resume from the screen saver or to the computer and the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet. - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you still see Chapter 2. The AC adapter... • If you forget your user password, you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. You must...
...Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the computer serviced. Press the power button. Proof of purchase is connected to resume from the screen saver or to the computer and the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet. - Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you still see Chapter 2. The AC adapter... • If you forget your user password, you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. You must...
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...indicator. • If your computer is within the acceptable range. If the power indicator is charged. (POST). - Connect the AC adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. The monitor type is unreadable or distorted. • Make sure that : immediately after...sleep mode • Make sure that : - Connect the AC adapter to the computer, then press the power button to create overlay window," appears when you install the operating system or application program correctly? Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, September...
...indicator. • If your computer is within the acceptable range. If the power indicator is charged. (POST). - Connect the AC adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. The monitor type is unreadable or distorted. • Make sure that : immediately after...sleep mode • Make sure that : - Connect the AC adapter to the computer, then press the power button to create overlay window," appears when you install the operating system or application program correctly? Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 27 Wednesday, September...
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Disable the sleep timer when you are working on ; Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. 29 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. USB while the computer power is set so that the ... as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. Make sure that the Boot priority order in the BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the device is enabled. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might damage your computer, ...
Disable the sleep timer when you are working on ; Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. 29 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 29 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. USB while the computer power is set so that the ... as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. Make sure that the Boot priority order in the BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the device is enabled. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might damage your computer, ...
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...and replacing devices Notes: • The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to enter hibernation mode. Note: If you are the same for the G450 and G550. Hold the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b, remove the ...over again. If this chapter are of the Lenovo G550, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are using an ExpressCard device, the computer might not be able to the computer again. 30 Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer.
...and replacing devices Notes: • The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to enter hibernation mode. Note: If you are the same for the G450 and G550. Hold the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b, remove the ...over again. If this chapter are of the Lenovo G550, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are using an ExpressCard device, the computer might not be able to the computer again. 30 Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer.
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...material, such as soft cloth, that secure the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on the hard disk. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Handling a hard disk drive ... absorbs the physical shock. • Do not apply pressure to physical shocks. You can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can purchase a new hard disk drive from the computer. 2...
...material, such as soft cloth, that secure the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. then disconnect the AC adapter and all the information on the hard disk. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 31 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Handling a hard disk drive ... absorbs the physical shock. • Do not apply pressure to physical shocks. You can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can purchase a new hard disk drive from the computer. 2...
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... push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other; D Turn the computer over again. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. C Reinstall the battery pack. d 8 Remove the screws and detach...c 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in the direction shown by arrow c. A Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive slot. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive; B Reinstall the screws. then tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into space.
... push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other; D Turn the computer over again. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 32 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. C Reinstall the battery pack. d 8 Remove the screws and detach...c 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in the direction shown by arrow c. A Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive slot. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive; B Reinstall the screws. then tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into space.
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... body, which could damage the SO-DIMM. b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing memory You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by your computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the...
... body, which could damage the SO-DIMM. b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing memory You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by your computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the...
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... are already installed in the slot and does not move easily. 8 Reinstall the compartment cover. 9 Reinstall the battery. 0 Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to make room for future use. Make sure that it snaps into the socket. a b a 7 Insert the notched end of them to the... is firmly fixed in the memory slot, remove one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Be sure to save the old SO-DIMM for the new...
... are already installed in the slot and does not move easily. 8 Reinstall the compartment cover. 9 Reinstall the battery. 0 Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to make room for future use. Make sure that it snaps into the socket. a b a 7 Insert the notched end of them to the... is firmly fixed in the memory slot, remove one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 34 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Be sure to save the old SO-DIMM for the new...
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Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 36 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical drive O 36 Setup Poster User Guide Self-service CRUs AC adapter O Power cord for your computer and tells where to find the replacement instructions.
Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 36 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical drive O 36 Setup Poster User Guide Self-service CRUs AC adapter O Power cord for your computer and tells where to find the replacement instructions.
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... apply pressure only where needed on the device. 41 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 41 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. When this is in your car, place it on the back seat to avoid being insolated. • Carry the AC adapter and power cord with the computer. Handle...
... apply pressure only where needed on the device. 41 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 41 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix B. When this is in your car, place it on the back seat to avoid being insolated. • Carry the AC adapter and power cord with the computer. Handle...
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...to the Web page: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com). If you have adequate protection in the form of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep the display open or closed. • Take care not to turn your computer over while the AC adapter is disposed of the battery, ...comply with local ordinances or regulations and your Lenovo products with Lenovo (refer to date. Take care in trash that the device is not damaged. •...
...to the Web page: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com). If you have adequate protection in the form of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep the display open or closed. • Take care not to turn your computer over while the AC adapter is disposed of the battery, ...comply with local ordinances or regulations and your Lenovo products with Lenovo (refer to date. Take care in trash that the device is not damaged. •...
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...types of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive, a hard-disk drive, and an extended battery. Examples of CRUs include the AC adapter and power cord. • External CRUs with latches: These CRUs include a latch to install, whereas internal CRUs require some technical skills and ...in some cases might require tools such as a screwdriver. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 53 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix D. Examples of these types of these CRUs include PCI...
...types of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive, a hard-disk drive, and an extended battery. Examples of CRUs include the AC adapter and power cord. • External CRUs with latches: These CRUs include a latch to install, whereas internal CRUs require some technical skills and ...in some cases might require tools such as a screwdriver. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 53 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Appendix D. Examples of these types of these CRUs include PCI...
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...AC Adapter 65W/90W I/O Ports HDMI (specific models only) HDMI x 1 USB USB 2.0 x 3 ports Communication 10/100Mb Ethernet Audio Headphone/Mic-In jack Video VGA x 1 ExpressCard Slot (specific models only) 34mm width x 1 Media Slot (specific models only) 5 in 1 slot x 1 (MMC/ SD/ MS/ MS PRO/xD) Yes 96 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...
...AC Adapter 65W/90W I/O Ports HDMI (specific models only) HDMI x 1 USB USB 2.0 x 3 ports Communication 10/100Mb Ethernet Audio Headphone/Mic-In jack Video VGA x 1 ExpressCard Slot (specific models only) 34mm width x 1 Media Slot (specific models only) 5 in 1 slot x 1 (MMC/ SD/ MS/ MS PRO/xD) Yes 96 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...