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... current Windows version can restore them after the installation. Back up any files and settings you want ? The installation program should start automatically. 2 On the Install Windows page, click Install now. 3 On the Get important updates for the new operating system. 2 A copy of installation do you see a compatibility report, follow the instructions listed in the report. You must manually reinstall your programs and settings. You will be upgraded...
... current Windows version can restore them after the installation. Back up any files and settings you want ? The installation program should start automatically. 2 On the Install Windows page, click Install now. 3 On the Get important updates for the new operating system. 2 A copy of installation do you see a compatibility report, follow the instructions listed in the report. You must manually reinstall your programs and settings. You will be upgraded...
Windows 7 Upgrade Guide
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... installation. To do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. Your Windows operating system will start your keyboard) to open the boot selection menu. Click this link. 3 Your computer will 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 activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to open...
... installation. To do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. Your Windows operating system will start your keyboard) to open the boot selection menu. Click this link. 3 Your computer will 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 activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to open...
Lenovo B450 User Guide V1.0
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... the world 58 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 58 i Learning the basics 8 First use 8 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 15 Special keys and buttons........... 18 System status indicators 19 Securing your computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 3 Right-side view 4 Front view 5 Bottom view 6 Chapter 2. Upgrading and replacing devices 42 Replacing the battery 42 Replacing the hard disk drive 44 Replacing memory 48 Removing the optical drive ......52 Appendix...
... the world 58 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 58 i Learning the basics 8 First use 8 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 15 Special keys and buttons........... 18 System status indicators 19 Securing your computer 1 Top view 1 Left-side view 3 Right-side view 4 Front view 5 Bottom view 6 Chapter 2. Upgrading and replacing devices 42 Replacing the battery 42 Replacing the hard disk drive 44 Replacing memory 48 Removing the optical drive ......52 Appendix...
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For a list of service and support phone numbers, go to diagnose the situation yourself. 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. Contact the customer support center for customers to do so by the customer support center or your documentation. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is...
For a list of service and support phone numbers, go to diagnose the situation yourself. 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. Contact the customer support center for customers to do so by the customer support center or your documentation. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is...
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... "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. VGA port Connects to external display devices. RJ-45 port Connects to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Left-side view a b c de f AC power adapter Connect the AC adapter here. Getting to know your hearing. USB ports Connects to an external headphone. jack Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 24. Microphone jack Connects to an external microphone. Headphone jack Connects...
... "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 11. VGA port Connects to external display devices. RJ-45 port Connects to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your computer Left-side view a b c de f AC power adapter Connect the AC adapter here. Getting to know your hearing. USB ports Connects to an external headphone. jack Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on page 24. Microphone jack Connects to an external microphone. Headphone jack Connects...
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..., make sure the computer has been shut down. 12 Learning the basics Notes: • You are not going to use the computer for an extended period of time, or if you need to send your computer. • To increase the life of your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. Chapter 2. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge...
..., make sure the computer has been shut down. 12 Learning the basics Notes: • You are not going to use the computer for an extended period of time, or if you need to send your computer. • To increase the life of your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. Chapter 2. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge...
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To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+Insert. Note: The indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 15 Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. „ Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Chapter 2.
To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+Insert. Note: The indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 15 Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. „ Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Chapter 2.
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... LCD screen. Fn + F12: Skip to other connected display devices. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + Delete: Enable/Disable the Scroll Lock. Fn + F11: Skip to the previous track. Fn + Insert: Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Chapter 2. Fn + F10: Stop playback of Windows Media Player. Fn + ←/→: Decrease/Increase volume level. 17 Fn + Esc: Turn on /off the integrated camera (specific models only). Fn + F2: Turn...
... LCD screen. Fn + F12: Skip to other connected display devices. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + Delete: Enable/Disable the Scroll Lock. Fn + F11: Skip to the previous track. Fn + Insert: Enable/Disable the numeric keypad. Chapter 2. Fn + F10: Stop playback of Windows Media Player. Fn + ←/→: Decrease/Increase volume level. 17 Fn + Esc: Turn on /off the integrated camera (specific models only). Fn + F2: Turn...
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Using the Internet „ Using Wi-Fi (specific models only) Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless communications, do the following: 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to configure your computer. 27 Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to make configuration. Chapter 3.
Using the Internet „ Using Wi-Fi (specific models only) Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless communications, do the following: 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to configure your computer. 27 Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to make configuration. Chapter 3.
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... an operating system, Lenovo provides all the drivers you need in your computer is a requirement to your hard disk. 32 For an explanation of each component in your computer, including the warranty period and type of this guide. For the warranty applicable to ensure correct operation and performance of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Appendix C. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? Lenovo...
... an operating system, Lenovo provides all the drivers you need in your computer is a requirement to your hard disk. 32 For an explanation of each component in your computer, including the warranty period and type of this guide. For the warranty applicable to ensure correct operation and performance of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Appendix C. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? Lenovo...
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..., and a fee will be charged for parts and service. • If you forget your HDD 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 take your password or recover data from sleep or hibernation mode: - enabled. Press the power button. Touch the touchpad. - You must take your password. A Password problem I forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you must take your...
..., and a fee will be charged for parts and service. • If you forget your HDD 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 take your password or recover data from sleep or hibernation mode: - enabled. Press the power button. Touch the touchpad. - You must take your password. A Password problem I forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you must take your...
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..., or replace the battery with computer immediately turns a fully charged one. Check the settings for sleep mode. The battery is within range, have the computer serviced. Use and care information" on self-test (POST). • Make sure that: - off. 36 Connect the AC message appears, and the adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. To disable it, press Fn + Insert. The operating temperature is charged...
..., or replace the battery with computer immediately turns a fully charged one. Check the settings for sleep mode. The battery is within range, have the computer serviced. Use and care information" on self-test (POST). • Make sure that: - off. 36 Connect the AC message appears, and the adapter to protect the processor and other internal components. To disable it, press Fn + Insert. The operating temperature is charged...
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... even when the volume is included in Chapter 2. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is turned up. • Make sure that: - Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can be active. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in Chapter 2. The operating time for a fully charged battery is off the computer for one minute to reset the battery. Chapter 5.
... even when the volume is included in Chapter 2. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is turned up. • Make sure that: - Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can be active. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in Chapter 2. The operating time for a fully charged battery is off the computer for one minute to reset the battery. Chapter 5.
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... might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. OneKey Rescue System" on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System problems Backup cannot be made. • You are working on your system partition (C drive). Other problems The computer does not respond. • To turn off your problem. Chapter 5. For details on page 28. Troubleshooting A startup problem The Microsoft® Windows operating system does not start. • Use...
... might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. OneKey Rescue System" on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System problems Backup cannot be made. • You are working on your system partition (C drive). Other problems The computer does not respond. • To turn off your problem. Chapter 5. For details on page 28. Troubleshooting A startup problem The Microsoft® Windows operating system does not start. • Use...
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... the Boot menu of BIOS Setup Utility. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. 41 Make sure that the device from the desired device. Troubleshooting The computer does not start from which the computer starts is set so that the computer starts from the device you might damage 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 Boot menu of BIOS Setup Utility. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. 41 Make sure that the device from the desired device. Troubleshooting The computer does not start from which the computer starts is set so that the computer starts from the device you might damage your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter. otherwise...
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... damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of the drive. • Do not touch the connector. Put the drive on an optional hard disk drive. The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. • The preinstalled softwares are not included on a material, such as...
... damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of the drive. • Do not touch the connector. Put the drive on an optional hard disk drive. The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. • The preinstalled softwares are not included on a material, such as...
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... your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or non warranted parts • Identification of software problem sources • Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of purchase to obtain warranty service. 56 Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for or by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that are required...
... your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo or non warranted parts • Identification of software problem sources • Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of purchase to obtain warranty service. 56 Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for or by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that are required...
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...your computer, display, or external devices. • Avoid turning the display beyond 150°. „ Carry your computer properly • Before moving your body. - Use and care information - When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the staticprotective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other ... static electricity in sleep or hibernation mode, or turned off, before moving it. When this is in the package and your computer, be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. 61 Do not place the part on the computer cover or other unpainted ...
...your computer, display, or external devices. • Avoid turning the display beyond 150°. „ Carry your computer properly • Before moving your body. - Use and care information - When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the staticprotective package containing the part to a metal expansion-slot cover or other ... static electricity in sleep or hibernation mode, or turned off, before moving it. When this is in the package and your computer, be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. 61 Do not place the part on the computer cover or other unpainted ...
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... good working order and at least functionally equivalent to : 1 remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service; 2 ensure that the product or part is free of any legal obligations or restrictions that prevent its replacement; Only unaltered Lenovo products and parts are eligible for the balance of a product or part, the replaced product or part becomes Lenovo's property and the replacement product or part...
... good working order and at least functionally equivalent to : 1 remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service; 2 ensure that the product or part is free of any legal obligations or restrictions that prevent its replacement; Only unaltered Lenovo products and parts are eligible for the balance of a product or part, the replaced product or part becomes Lenovo's property and the replacement product or part...
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... who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a battery pack, you use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor. „ Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery pack. You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http...
... who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a battery pack, you use the methods described above for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor. „ Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery pack. You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http...
