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...Lenovo limited warranty 46 Warranty information 50 Appendix D. Features and specifications 96 Trademarks 97 Index 98 i Getting to know your hard disk 64 Appendix F. Using the computer network 21 Wired connection 21 Wireless connection 22 Chapter 4. Upgrading and replacing devices 30 Replacing the battery... 26 Chapter 6. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 53 Appendix E. 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 40...
...Lenovo limited warranty 46 Warranty information 50 Appendix D. Features and specifications 96 Trademarks 97 Index 98 i Getting to know your hard disk 64 Appendix F. Using the computer network 21 Wired connection 21 Wireless connection 22 Chapter 4. Upgrading and replacing devices 30 Replacing the battery... 26 Chapter 6. Customer replaceable units (CRUs 53 Appendix E. 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 40...
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...shock or fire. Unplug the power cord if there is used, the load should NOT exceed its rating. Attention: • Extended contact with other parts. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iii Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Keep a good ventilation of the computer and other home... crimp which might damage the computer, data, or attached devices, or even cause a fire. On using Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with another product. Do NOT use them with the computer and never use a power outlet, power cord, power adapter or...
...shock or fire. Unplug the power cord if there is used, the load should NOT exceed its rating. Attention: • Extended contact with other parts. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page iii Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Important safety information Keep a good ventilation of the computer and other home... crimp which might damage the computer, data, or attached devices, or even cause a fire. On using Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with another product. Do NOT use them with the computer and never use a power outlet, power cord, power adapter or...
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...service a product yourself unless instructed to diagnose the situation yourself. Lenovo provides documentation with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD is hazardous; Danger: • Open the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. Do NOT remove the cover of...8226; DO NOT take risks or attempt to do so by the customer support center or your computer. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. iv Attention: • Direct contact with instructions when it is plugged in an ...
...service a product yourself unless instructed to diagnose the situation yourself. Lenovo provides documentation with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD is hazardous; Danger: • Open the cover of CD/DVD drive, power adapter, battery pack or other unserviceable parts. Do NOT remove the cover of...8226; DO NOT take risks or attempt to do so by the customer support center or your computer. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. iv Attention: • Direct contact with instructions when it is plugged in an ...
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Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 18. Getting to know your computer Right-side view a c b a USB port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. 5 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. b Optical drive c AC power adapter jack Reads/Burns optical disks.
Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 18. Getting to know your computer Right-side view a c b a USB port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 11. 5 Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 5 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 1. b Optical drive c AC power adapter jack Reads/Burns optical disks.
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... page 11. Wireless module is used to keep the battery pack secured in this compartment. Houses the computer's main memory. 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/CPU (central processing unit...
... page 11. Wireless module is used to keep the battery pack secured in this compartment. Houses the computer's main memory. 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/CPU (central processing unit...
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The configuration process may need to configure the operation system when it is first used. The battery is automatically charged while the computer is not fully charged at purchase. 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.... 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Turn on the computer Press the power button to the power The supplied battery pack is running on the computer. Configure the operating system You may include the procedures below. • Accepting the end user license...
The configuration process may need to configure the operation system when it is first used. The battery is automatically charged while the computer is not fully charged at purchase. 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.... 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Turn on the computer Press the power button to the power The supplied battery pack is running on the computer. Configure the operating system You may include the procedures below. • Accepting the end user license...
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...; The amount of energy stored in any of time, or if you need to send your computer to charge the battery or replace it with a fully charged one. You need to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you make sure the computer has been... not been used for a long time Notes: • You are not going to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it ...
...; The amount of energy stored in any of time, or if you need to send your computer to charge the battery or replace it with a fully charged one. You need to Lenovo for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you make sure the computer has been... not been used for a long time Notes: • You are not going to predict how long a battery charge will depend on the usage environment. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 11 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it ...
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... environment, pay attention to disassemble the battery pack. • Do not short-circuit the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in landfills. The function corresponds to that is replaced with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. •...
... environment, pay attention to disassemble the battery pack. • Do not short-circuit the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in landfills. The function corresponds to that is replaced with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. •...
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Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 16 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. ab a Caps lock indicator b Num lock indicator c Power status indicator d Battery status indicator e Wireless communication indicator f Hard disk indicator cdef 16
Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 16 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2. ab a Caps lock indicator b Num lock indicator c Power status indicator d Battery status indicator e Wireless communication indicator f Hard disk indicator cdef 16
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.... Gently pull the dummy card out of the ExpressCard slot. 2 Slide the ExpressCard device in the Start menu and then click Receive a file to save battery power. Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from Accessories of the device that you hear a click. You can be transferred between... you make configuration. Notes: • If you hear a click. 2 Gently pull the ExpressCard device out of your computer as laptop computers, PDAs and cell phones. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2.
.... Gently pull the dummy card out of the ExpressCard slot. 2 Slide the ExpressCard device in the Start menu and then click Receive a file to save battery power. Retain the dummy card for preventing dust and small particles from Accessories of the device that you hear a click. You can be transferred between... you make configuration. Notes: • If you hear a click. 2 Gently pull the ExpressCard device out of your computer as laptop computers, PDAs and cell phones. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 19 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 2.
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... without starting the Windows operating system. For more instructions, see the help file of operating system and preinstalled software). Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery System Icon on your system partition to the...9:29 AM Chapter 4. Attention: In order to utilize the features of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to store the system image file and OneKey Rescue System program files. Notes: • The backup process and creation of the OneKey...
... without starting the Windows operating system. For more instructions, see the help file of operating system and preinstalled software). Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (Within Windows operating system) In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery System Icon on your system partition to the...9:29 AM Chapter 4. Attention: In order to utilize the features of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter and battery pack to store the system image file and OneKey Rescue System program files. Notes: • The backup process and creation of the OneKey...
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...of the following section only describes problems that : - Touch the touchpad. - The battery is plugged into a working electrical outlet. - OneKey Recovery. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. The ... Chapter 2. Keyboard problems A number appears when you still see Chapter 2. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password. The computer power is on. A Password problem I forgot my password. • If ...
...of the following section only describes problems that : - Touch the touchpad. - The battery is plugged into a working electrical outlet. - OneKey Recovery. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. The ... Chapter 2. Keyboard problems A number appears when you still see Chapter 2. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password. The computer power is on. A Password problem I forgot my password. • If ...
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... the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. Connect the AC adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. The computer does not return from...they are using the battery, and the battery status indicator is correct. A message, "Unable to resume operation. The battery is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. If the computer is charged. (POST). - Check the settings for 4 seconds or more. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2...
... the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with a fully charged one. Connect the AC adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. The computer does not return from...they are using the battery, and the battery status indicator is correct. A message, "Unable to resume operation. The battery is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. If the computer is charged. (POST). - Check the settings for 4 seconds or more. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2...
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...factory default. • The system partition, such as a playback device. The Mute function is short. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in the battery might be made. • You are not currently using a Windows operating system. • There is not used. - Speakers is turned up data... Backup cannot be active. Fail to restore system partition to free more hard disk space on your problem. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Chapter 4. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 28 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. The headphone jack...
...factory default. • The system partition, such as a playback device. The Mute function is short. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in the battery might be made. • You are not currently using a Windows operating system. • There is not used. - Speakers is turned up data... Backup cannot be active. Fail to restore system partition to free more hard disk space on your problem. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Chapter 4. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 28 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 5. The headphone jack...
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... is on the network. USB while the computer power is enabled. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might damage your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. The connected external device does ... other than not work. otherwise, 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. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. •...
... is on the network. USB while the computer power is enabled. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might damage your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. The connected external device does ... other than not work. otherwise, 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. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. •...
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... 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the locked position. 6 Turn the computer over . 3 Unlock the manual battery latch a. 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...
... 9:29 AM Chapter 6. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the locked position. 6 Turn the computer over . 3 Unlock the manual battery latch a. 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...
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... hard disk drive You can cause damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the screws that absorbs the physical shock. • Do not apply pressure to physical shocks. The connectors and bay of the... drive. • Do not touch the connector. Incorrect handling can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. b a 31 To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off . then disconnect the AC adapter and all ...
... hard disk drive You can cause damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the screws that absorbs the physical shock. • Do not apply pressure to physical shocks. The connectors and bay of the... drive. • Do not touch the connector. Incorrect handling can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. b a 31 To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off . then disconnect the AC adapter and all ...
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C Reinstall the battery pack. A Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive slot. D Turn the computer over again. then tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into space. c 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in the direction shown by arrow c. B Reinstall the screws. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book...
C Reinstall the battery pack. A Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive slot. D Turn the computer over again. then tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into space. c 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in the direction shown by arrow c. B Reinstall the screws. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book...
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... an unsupported memory type, a warning beep will sound when you try to reduce any static electricity in the memory slot of your computer. b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. SO-DIMMs are available in your computer by your ...compartment cover b. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery pack. 5 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) compartment cover. Remove the screws that secure the compartment cover a.
... an unsupported memory type, a warning beep will sound when you try to reduce any static electricity in the memory slot of your computer. b. Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 33 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM Chapter 6. SO-DIMMs are available in your computer by your ...compartment cover b. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery pack. 5 Remove the Memory/Wireless module/CPU (central processing unit) compartment cover. Remove the screws that secure the compartment cover a.
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.... Upgrading and replacing devices 6 If two SO-DIMMs 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 the computer. 34 a b a 7 Insert the notched end 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. Press the DIMM firmly, and pivot it until it is firmly...
.... Upgrading and replacing devices 6 If two SO-DIMMs 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 the computer. 34 a b a 7 Insert the notched end 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. Press the DIMM firmly, and pivot it until it is firmly...