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...help and service 64 Getting help on the Web ...........65 Calling the customer support center 65 Getting help around the world... 68 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 68 Appendix B. Use and care information 69 Caring for your computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side ... Chapter 2. Getting to know your computer .........69 Accessibility and comfort.......... 76 Maintenance 78 i Upgrading and replacing devices 53 Replacing the battery 53 Replacing memory 55 Replacing the hard disk drive ....59 Appendix A. Contents Important safety information...... Learning the basics.... 11 First use...
...help and service 64 Getting help on the Web ...........65 Calling the customer support center 65 Getting help around the world... 68 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 68 Appendix B. Use and care information 69 Caring for your computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side ... Chapter 2. Getting to know your computer .........69 Accessibility and comfort.......... 76 Maintenance 78 i Upgrading and replacing devices 53 Replacing the battery 53 Replacing memory 55 Replacing the hard disk drive ....59 Appendix A. Contents Important safety information...... Learning the basics.... 11 First use...
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... an electric shock or fire. Important safety information On using Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with the computer and never use a power outlet, power cord, power adapter or battery pack that draw large amounts of electricity. Do NOT share an electrical outlet with another product. Be...
... an electric shock or fire. Important safety information On using Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with the computer and never use a power outlet, power cord, power adapter or battery pack that draw large amounts of electricity. Do NOT share an electrical outlet with another product. Be...
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Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures. viii Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Attention: ... the customer support center or your documentation. Important safety information Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures. viii Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Closely follow all the cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Attention: ... the customer support center or your documentation. Important safety information Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
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... bus (USB) device" on page 14. Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 32. eSATA/USB combo port Connects to eSATA or USB devices. Note: For details, see "Attaching a security lock (not supplied)" on ...page 32. ExpressCard Slot Connects to ExpressCard devices that are compatible with (Y560p) the ExpressCard/34 interface. Optical drive Your computer comes with an optical drive, such as a CD/ DVD drive. TV-in jack (specific...
... bus (USB) device" on page 14. Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 32. eSATA/USB combo port Connects to eSATA or USB devices. Note: For details, see "Attaching a security lock (not supplied)" on ...page 32. ExpressCard Slot Connects to ExpressCard devices that are compatible with (Y560p) the ExpressCard/34 interface. Optical drive Your computer comes with an optical drive, such as a CD/ DVD drive. TV-in jack (specific...
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...only, and no practical function is used to know your computer Battery latchspring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Mini PCI Houses the computer's TV card (Y560p only), wireless ExpressCard slot module or SSD card. Getting to keep... the battery pack secured in place. Battery pack For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 14. Battery latchmanual The manual battery latch is available. 10 Note: In the...
...only, and no practical function is used to know your computer Battery latchspring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Mini PCI Houses the computer's TV card (Y560p only), wireless ExpressCard slot module or SSD card. Getting to keep... the battery pack secured in place. Battery pack For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 14. Battery latchmanual The manual battery latch is available. 10 Note: In the...
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Install the battery pack Refer to the supplied Setup Poster to the AC power adapter jack of the computer firmly. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. ... an electrical outlet. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to install the battery pack. Chapter 2. The battery is automatically charged while the computer is not fully charged at purchase. To charge the...
Install the battery pack Refer to the supplied Setup Poster to the AC power adapter jack of the computer firmly. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. ... an electrical outlet. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. 2 Connect the AC adapter to install the battery pack. Chapter 2. The battery is automatically charged while the computer is not fully charged at purchase. To charge the...
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... the percentage of the following situations: • When you need to the computer and the battery is low, you purchase a new battery. • If the battery status indicator turns amber. • If the battery has not been used for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how ...bright you make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is installed. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is connected to charge the battery in the battery when you commence work. • The way you use your computer...
... the percentage of the following situations: • When you need to the computer and the battery is low, you purchase a new battery. • If the battery status indicator turns amber. • If the battery has not been used for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how ...bright you make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is installed. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is connected to charge the battery in the battery when you commence work. • The way you use your computer...
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...Notes: • You are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to Lenovo for an extended period of time, or if you are not going to use the computer for service, etc. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 80 ...or discharge is not required. • To protect the computer system, we advise you not to insert or remove the battery when the computer is on. Removing the battery pack If you need to send your computer to prevent small particles from entering the inside of your computer. • ...
...Notes: • You are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to Lenovo for an extended period of time, or if you are not going to use the computer for service, etc. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 80 ...or discharge is not required. • To protect the computer system, we advise you not to insert or remove the battery when the computer is on. Removing the battery pack If you need to send your computer to prevent small particles from entering the inside of your computer. • ...
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When disposing of the battery, comply with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in landfills. Learning the basics Handling the battery If the rechargeable battery pack is disposed of in trash that is ... harmful substances. Notes: • Replace only with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. 16 The battery pack contains a small amount of an explosion. Chapter 2. To avoid possible injury and detriment to the environment, pay attention to disassemble ...
When disposing of the battery, comply with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from children. • Do not put the battery pack in landfills. Learning the basics Handling the battery If the rechargeable battery pack is disposed of in trash that is ... harmful substances. Notes: • Replace only with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. 16 The battery pack contains a small amount of an explosion. Chapter 2. To avoid possible injury and detriment to the environment, pay attention to disassemble ...
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. Hard disk drive indicator Bluetooth indicator Y560p 1 2 3 Wireless communication indicator Num lock indicator 4 Caps lock indicator Power status indicator Battery status indicator 5 8 67 9 Touchpad indicator Graphics status indicator (specific models only) 27
Chapter 2. Learning the basics System status indicators These indicators inform you of the computer status. Hard disk drive indicator Bluetooth indicator Y560p 1 2 3 Wireless communication indicator Num lock indicator 4 Caps lock indicator Power status indicator Battery status indicator 5 8 67 9 Touchpad indicator Graphics status indicator (specific models only) 27
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To get the best possible connection speed, place the device as near your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it off to save battery power. • For details on pairing with USB devices. Learning the basics Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with 3 USB ports ...
To get the best possible connection speed, place the device as near your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it off to save battery power. • For details on pairing with USB devices. Learning the basics Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with 3 USB ports ...
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... from the pop-up . If the computer is available only on the front side of your computer to the current loading. (Note: For Y460p and Y560p, this switch is in sleep or hibernation mode. 2 Activate the Switchable Graphics dialog box. To activate the dialog box, you toggle the GPU switch, the... the power button to the power-saving GPU if you with superior graphics performance while the energy-efficient integrated graphics provides longer operation with the battery. Learning the basics Using Switchable Graphics (specific models only Some IdeaPad models support Switchable Graphics.
... from the pop-up . If the computer is available only on the front side of your computer to the current loading. (Note: For Y460p and Y560p, this switch is in sleep or hibernation mode. 2 Activate the Switchable Graphics dialog box. To activate the dialog box, you toggle the GPU switch, the... the power button to the power-saving GPU if you with superior graphics performance while the energy-efficient integrated graphics provides longer operation with the battery. Learning the basics Using Switchable Graphics (specific models only Some IdeaPad models support Switchable Graphics.
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... AC adapter and battery pack to physically create the recovery discs. Chapter 4. however an appropriate external optical drive is needed to your computer. • After the recovery discs are burned, please number them in the correct order. • Computers without an integrated optical drive support the creation of Lenovo OneKey Recovery. 39...
... AC adapter and battery pack to physically create the recovery discs. Chapter 4. however an appropriate external optical drive is needed to your computer. • After the recovery discs are burned, please number them in the correct order. • Computers without an integrated optical drive support the creation of Lenovo OneKey Recovery. 39...
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... on . (Press the power button again for confirmation.) - If you do not find your system partition (C drive) to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 2. The battery is on the screen. The computer power is installed correctly. - When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on the screen, have the computer...
... on . (Press the power button again for confirmation.) - If you do not find your system partition (C drive) to the more comprehensive information in Chapter 2. The battery is on the screen. The computer power is installed correctly. - When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on the screen, have the computer...
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... getting low. Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is within the acceptable range. off. 47 Troubleshooting Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter a letter. • The numeric lock ... unexpectedly. • If the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with computer immediately turns a fully charged one. The operating temperature is on page 69. The critical low...
... getting low. Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is within the acceptable range. off. 47 Troubleshooting Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter a letter. • The numeric lock ... unexpectedly. • If the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to the computer, or replace the battery with computer immediately turns a fully charged one. The operating temperature is on page 69. The critical low...
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... still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 48 off the computer, reset the computer. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, then press the power button to the computer, then press any ...
... still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 48 off the computer, reset the computer. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, then press the power button to the computer, then press any ...
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... to confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off . - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is turned up. • Make sure that : distorted. - If the power indicator is blinking, press the power button to make the screen...
... to confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off . - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is turned up. • Make sure that : distorted. - If the power indicator is blinking, press the power button to make the screen...
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...the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is short. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in the Boot priority order correctly. For details on the computer again. Chapter 5. operate with a fully charged Turn off the computer for a... fully charged battery is included in Chapter 2. protector, then turn on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Handling the battery" in the battery might be active. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Chapter 4. The operating time...
...the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is short. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in the Boot priority order correctly. For details on the computer again. Chapter 5. operate with a fully charged Turn off the computer for a... fully charged battery is included in Chapter 2. protector, then turn on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Handling the battery" in the battery might be active. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Chapter 4. The operating time...
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... which the computer starts is enabled. Make sure that Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on your system partition (C drive). You will need to select the device you want the computer starts from the desired device. ...the screen while the computer is not enough space to factory default. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. The computer does not start from . 51 Troubleshooting ...
... which the computer starts is enabled. Make sure that Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on your system partition (C drive). You will need to select the device you want the computer starts from the desired device. ...the screen while the computer is not enough space to factory default. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. The computer does not start from . 51 Troubleshooting ...
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Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 53 Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Upgrading and replacing devices Notes: • The illustrations used in this chapter are of the Lenovo IdeaPad Y560p, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are the same for the Y460p and Y560p. Chapter 6.
Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 53 Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Upgrading and replacing devices Notes: • The illustrations used in this chapter are of the Lenovo IdeaPad Y560p, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are the same for the Y460p and Y560p. Chapter 6.