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... Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs 18 General checkout 19 What to do first 20 Power system checkout 21 Checking the AC adapter 21 Checking operational charging 21 Checking the battery pack 22 Related service information 23 Restoring the factory contents by using Recovery Disc...-disk password 24 Supervisor password 24 Power management 25 Screen blank mode 25 Sleep (standby) mode 25 Hibernation mode 26 Lenovo Z475/Z575 27 Specifications 27 Status indicators 29 Fn key combinations 31 FRU replacement notices 32 Screw notices 32 Removing and replacing an ...
... Important information about replacing RoHS compliant FRUs 18 General checkout 19 What to do first 20 Power system checkout 21 Checking the AC adapter 21 Checking operational charging 21 Checking the battery pack 22 Related service information 23 Restoring the factory contents by using Recovery Disc...-disk password 24 Supervisor password 24 Power management 25 Screen blank mode 25 Sleep (standby) mode 25 Hibernation mode 26 Lenovo Z475/Z575 27 Specifications 27 Status indicators 29 Fn key combinations 31 FRU replacement notices 32 Screw notices 32 Removing and replacing an ...
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...or dropped. 20 Date of service 3. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected 6. Lenovo Z475/Z575 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you attach to it may be a symptom of ... computer password (making the computer unusable) • Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard • Use of an incorrect AC adapter on which the failing FRU was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by nonwarranted activities: •...
...or dropped. 20 Date of service 3. Customer's name and address Note for repair costs if the computer damage was detected 6. Lenovo Z475/Z575 Hardware Maintenance Manual What to do first When you do return an FRU, you attach to it may be a symptom of ... computer password (making the computer unusable) • Sticky keys caused by spilling a liquid onto the keyboard • Use of an incorrect AC adapter on which the failing FRU was caused by misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, or improper maintenance by nonwarranted activities: •...
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... the system board. • If the problem persists, go to "Lenovo Z475/Z575" on page 27. Remove the battery pack. 3. To check the AC adapter, follow the steps below : 1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. If you suspect a power problem...
... the system board. • If the problem persists, go to "Lenovo Z475/Z575" on page 27. Remove the battery pack. 3. To check the AC adapter, follow the steps below : 1. If the voltage is not correct, replace the AC adapter. 4. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter and install the charged battery pack. 7. If you suspect a power problem...
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Lenovo Z475/Z575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Table 1. Specifications (continued) Feature I/O port Built-in audio Keyboard Ethernet chip WLAN Bluetooth Integrated camera Battery pack AC adapter Pre-installed operating system Description • VGA port x 1 • Stereo headphone jack x 1 • Microphone jack x 1 • RJ-45 port x 1 • HDMI port x 1 • USB 2.0 port x 3 ...
Lenovo Z475/Z575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Table 1. Specifications (continued) Feature I/O port Built-in audio Keyboard Ethernet chip WLAN Bluetooth Integrated camera Battery pack AC adapter Pre-installed operating system Description • VGA port x 1 • Stereo headphone jack x 1 • Microphone jack x 1 • RJ-45 port x 1 • HDMI port x 1 • USB 2.0 port x 3 ...
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Lenovo Z475/Z575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Parts list This section presents the following service parts: • "Overall" on page 77 • "LCD FRUs" on page 82 • "Keyboard" on page 84 • "Miscellaneous parts" on page 94 • "AC adapters" on page 95 • "Power cords" on page 96 Notes: • Each FRU is available for all types or models, unless specific types or models are specified. 76
Lenovo Z475/Z575 Hardware Maintenance Manual Parts list This section presents the following service parts: • "Overall" on page 77 • "LCD FRUs" on page 82 • "Keyboard" on page 84 • "Miscellaneous parts" on page 94 • "AC adapters" on page 95 • "Power cords" on page 96 Notes: • Each FRU is available for all types or models, unless specific types or models are specified. 76
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Contents Chapter 1. Learning the basics 11 First use 11 Using AC adapter and battery ...13 Using the touchpad 15 Using the keyboard 16 Connecting external devices.......19 Special keys and buttons 22 System status indicators 26 Securing ...
Contents Chapter 1. Learning the basics 11 First use 11 Using AC adapter and battery ...13 Using the touchpad 15 Using the keyboard 16 Connecting external devices.......19 Special keys and buttons 22 System status indicators 26 Securing ...
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... computer may occur. f HDMI port Connects to external display devices. jack Note:For details, see "Wired connection" on page 29. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 27. Chapter 1. Getting to an Ethernet network. e RJ-45 port This port connects the computer to know your computer Left-side...
... computer may occur. f HDMI port Connects to external display devices. jack Note:For details, see "Wired connection" on page 29. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 27. Chapter 1. Getting to an Ethernet network. e RJ-45 port This port connects the computer to know your computer Left-side...
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...jack Connects to USB devices. Connects to external microphones. Chapter 1. e AC power adapter Connect the AC adapter here. Getting to external headphones. c Optical drive d USB port Reads/Burns optical discs. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 20. jack Note: For details, see "...Connecting USB devices" on page 13. 6 Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Right-side view Z475 ab d Z575 c ...
...jack Connects to USB devices. Connects to external microphones. Chapter 1. e AC power adapter Connect the AC adapter here. Getting to external headphones. c Optical drive d USB port Reads/Burns optical discs. Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 20. jack Note: For details, see "...Connecting USB devices" on page 13. 6 Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Right-side view Z475 ab d Z575 c ...
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The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 13. Getting to know your computer Z575 d b c a a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Hard disk drive / Memory / Central processing unit / Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment d Battery latch spring loaded The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. 10 Chapter 1.
The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 13. Getting to know your computer Z575 d b c a a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Hard disk drive / Memory / Central processing unit / Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment d Battery latch spring loaded The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. 10 Chapter 1.
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... the basics First use Reading the manuals Read the supplied manuals before using your computer. Connecting to turn on AC power. To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to an electrical outlet. ... the operating system • Creating a user account 11 Connecting 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 firmly. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Turning on the computer Press the power ...
... the basics First use Reading the manuals Read the supplied manuals before using your computer. Connecting to turn on AC power. To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to an electrical outlet. ... the operating system • Creating a user account 11 Connecting 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 firmly. 3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. Turning on the computer Press the power ...
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... how long a battery charge will last. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it with a fully charged one. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of the battery pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately after...
... how long a battery charge will last. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it with a fully charged one. Learning the basics Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of the battery pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately after...
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...drive is an easy-to physically create the recovery discs. OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is needed to -use them in the correct order. • Computers without an integrated optical ...Lenovo OneKey Recovery under the Windows operating system, and the OneKey Rescue system without starting the Windows operating system. Attention: In order to your hard disk already includes a hidden partition by creating recovery discs. Notes: • The backup process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter...
...drive is an easy-to physically create the recovery discs. OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is needed to -use them in the correct order. • Computers without an integrated optical ...Lenovo OneKey Recovery under the Windows operating system, and the OneKey Rescue system without starting the Windows operating system. Attention: In order to your hard disk already includes a hidden partition by creating recovery discs. Notes: • The backup process and creation of recovery discs may take some time, connect the AC adapter...
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... is on. Press Fn + F2 to the computer and the power cord is on the screen, have the computer serviced. computer is installed correctly. - The AC adapter is connected to confirm whether the backlight for confirmation.) - Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you still see Chapter 2. My screen goes blank while the • Your...
... is on. Press Fn + F2 to the computer and the power cord is on the screen, have the computer serviced. computer is installed correctly. - The AC adapter is connected to confirm whether the backlight for confirmation.) - Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you still see Chapter 2. My screen goes blank while the • Your...
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... a letter (Z475). • The numeric lock function is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. Connect the AC adapter to have the system board replaced. The computer enters sleep • Make sure that: mode immediately after Power- - See "Chapter 2. ... battery with a fully charged computer immediately turns off. Use and care Information" of purchase is within the acceptable range. Proof of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Proof of purchase is on self-test (POST). - Troubleshooting Password problems I forgot my password. ...
... a letter (Z475). • The numeric lock function is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. Connect the AC adapter to have the system board replaced. The computer enters sleep • Make sure that: mode immediately after Power- - See "Chapter 2. ... battery with a fully charged computer immediately turns off. Use and care Information" of purchase is within the acceptable range. Proof of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Proof of purchase is on self-test (POST). - Troubleshooting Password problems I forgot my password. ...
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... Fn + F2 to make the screen brighter. - The monitor type is unreadable or distorted. • Make sure that: - If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted." - The screen is correct. Incorrect characters appear on , press Fn + ... reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. The display device driver is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Chapter 5. Troubleshooting The computer does not return from sleep mode and the computer does not work. • If the computer...
... Fn + F2 to make the screen brighter. - The monitor type is unreadable or distorted. • Make sure that: - If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted." - The screen is correct. Incorrect characters appear on , press Fn + ... reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. The display device driver is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Chapter 5. Troubleshooting The computer does not return from sleep mode and the computer does not work. • If the computer...
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... off your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. 42 The computer does not start from a device you are ... Make sure that the Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on ; 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 ...
... off your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. 42 The computer does not start from a device you are ... Make sure that the Boot priority order in the Boot priority order list. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on ; 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 ...
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...battery pack, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Any other battery could ignite or explode. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3 Unlock the manual battery latch a . ...CRU instructions Note:The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Appendix A. Holding the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b , remove the battery pack in this chapter are of the Lenovo IdeaPad Z475, unless otherwise stated. Z475 a1 c b 43 Replacing the battery ...
...battery pack, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Any other battery could ignite or explode. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 3 Unlock the manual battery latch a . ...CRU instructions Note:The illustrations used in the direction shown by Lenovo. Appendix A. Holding the spring-loaded battery latch in the unlocked position b , remove the battery pack in this chapter are of the Lenovo IdeaPad Z475, unless otherwise stated. Z475 a1 c b 43 Replacing the battery ...
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CRU instructions Z575 b c a1 4 Install a fully charged battery pack. 5 Slide the manual battery latch to the locked position. 6 Turn the computer over and reconnect the AC adapter. 44 Appendix A.
CRU instructions Z575 b c a1 4 Install a fully charged battery pack. 5 Slide the manual battery latch to the locked position. 6 Turn the computer over and reconnect the AC adapter. 44 Appendix A.
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then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Hard disk drive/Memory/Central processing unit/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. b.Remove the compartment cover b . Appendix A. Z475 a b 46 a.Loosen the screws that secure the compartment cover a . CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer;
then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Hard disk drive/Memory/Central processing unit/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. b.Remove the compartment cover b . Appendix A. Z475 a b 46 a.Loosen the screws that secure the compartment cover a . CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer;
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D Turn the computer over again. CRU instructions Z575 e 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 9 Attach the metal frame to the computer again. 50 Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive and tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into space. B Reinstall the compartment cover and tighten the screws. C Reinstall the battery pack. then push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other; Appendix A. A Reinstall the frame fixing screw.
D Turn the computer over again. CRU instructions Z575 e 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 9 Attach the metal frame to the computer again. 50 Connect the AC adapter and the cables to a new hard disk drive and tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into space. B Reinstall the compartment cover and tighten the screws. C Reinstall the battery pack. then push it firmly into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other; Appendix A. A Reinstall the frame fixing screw.