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Learning the basics 9 First use 9 AC adapter and battery 12 Using the touchpad 15 Using the keyboard 18 Connecting external devices..... 21 Using Switchable Graphics (specific models only 25 Special keys ...the customer support center 68 Getting help around the world 71 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 71 i Using the Internet .... 33 Wired connection 33 Wireless connection 35 Chapter 4. Upgrading and replacing devices 55 Replacing the battery 55 Replacing the hard disk drive 57 Replacing memory 61 Removing the optical drive ......65 Appendix A. Troubleshooting ...
Learning the basics 9 First use 9 AC adapter and battery 12 Using the touchpad 15 Using the keyboard 18 Connecting external devices..... 21 Using Switchable Graphics (specific models only 25 Special keys ...the customer support center 68 Getting help around the world 71 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 71 i Using the Internet .... 33 Wired connection 33 Wireless connection 35 Chapter 4. Upgrading and replacing devices 55 Replacing the battery 55 Replacing the hard disk drive 57 Replacing memory 61 Removing the optical drive ......65 Appendix A. Troubleshooting ...
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Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is appropriate for further guidance. viii Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. For a list of service and support phone numbers, go to diagnose the situation yourself. Contact the customer support... the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Attention: • DO NOT take risks or attempt to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Important safety information Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to install options or...
Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is appropriate for further guidance. viii Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. For a list of service and support phone numbers, go to diagnose the situation yourself. Contact the customer support... the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Attention: • DO NOT take risks or attempt to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Important safety information Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to install options or...
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... the computer display. „ Charging the battery When you use your computer: for a long time 12 The battery is charged when the AC adapter is low, you need to charge the battery or replace it is difficult to the computer and the battery is installed. Chapter 2. There are two ...main factors: • The amount of battery power remaining by using Windows Power Options. You need to charge the battery in the battery when you commence work. •...
... the computer display. „ Charging the battery When you use your computer: for a long time 12 The battery is charged when the AC adapter is low, you need to charge the battery or replace it is difficult to the computer and the battery is installed. Chapter 2. There are two ...main factors: • The amount of battery power remaining by using Windows Power Options. You need to charge the battery in the battery when you commence work. •...
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... 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 trash that is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from ...fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not ...
... 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 trash that is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from ...fire. • Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain. • Do not ...
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...press the power button to the computer, or replace the battery with a computer immediately turns fully charged one. If the computer is charged. - The battery is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 50 Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is in sleep ... Make sure that: - Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode and may be lost. The critical low-battery error • The battery power is depleted. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is within range, have entered hibernation mode automatically does not work...
...press the power button to the computer, or replace the battery with a computer immediately turns fully charged one. If the computer is charged. - The battery is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. 50 Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is in sleep ... Make sure that: - Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode and may be lost. The critical low-battery error • The battery power is depleted. Check the power indicator. • If your computer is within range, have entered hibernation mode automatically does not work...
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Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 55 Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Chapter 6. Any other battery could ignite or explode. „ To replace the battery 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode.
Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 55 Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Chapter 6. Any other battery could ignite or explode. „ To replace the battery 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode.
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Upgrading and replacing devices 3 Unlock the battery latches in the unlocked position , remove the battery pack in the direction shown by the arrow . Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer again. 56 Chapter 6. a b a 4 Install a fully charged battery. 5 Turn the computer over again.
Upgrading and replacing devices 3 Unlock the battery latches in the unlocked position , remove the battery pack in the direction shown by the arrow . Connect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer again. 56 Chapter 6. a b a 4 Install a fully charged battery. 5 Turn the computer over again.
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a b 58 Upgrading and replacing devices To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer; then remove the cover . 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 Loosen the screws that hold the cover of the hard disk drive/ memory compartment in place; Chapter 6.
a b 58 Upgrading and replacing devices To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer; then remove the cover . 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 Loosen the screws that hold the cover of the hard disk drive/ memory compartment in place; Chapter 6.
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D Turn the computer over again. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to secure the cover. Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame. B Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive/memory compartment by aligning the side .... 60 e 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 9 Attach the metal frame to a new hard disk drive; 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; A Reinstall the frame...
D Turn the computer over again. Connect the AC adapter and the cables to secure the cover. Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame. B Reinstall the cover of the hard disk drive/memory compartment by aligning the side .... 60 e 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 9 Attach the metal frame to a new hard disk drive; 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; A Reinstall the frame...
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SODIMMs are available in your computer. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing memory You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by your computer. To install an SO-DIMM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table .... 2 Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery again. 61 Chapter 6.
SODIMMs are available in your computer. Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing memory You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by your computer. To install an SO-DIMM, do the following: 1 Touch a metal table .... 2 Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery again. 61 Chapter 6.
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The System Memory item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer. 64 Upgrading and replacing devices 9 Reinstall the battery. 0 Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer. To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1 Turn the computer on. 2 Hold F2 during startup. The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. Chapter 6.
The System Memory item shows the total amount of memory installed in your computer. 64 Upgrading and replacing devices 9 Reinstall the battery. 0 Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to the computer. To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1 Turn the computer on. 2 Hold F2 during startup. The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. Chapter 6.
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Upgrading and replacing devices Removing the optical drive To remove the optical drive, do the following: 1 Remove the battery. 2 Slide and hold the optical drive latch in the unlocked position. Then push the auxiliary latch of the optical drive forward to let the optical drive pop up. 3 Gently pull the optical drive out. 65 Chapter 6.
Upgrading and replacing devices Removing the optical drive To remove the optical drive, do the following: 1 Remove the battery. 2 Slide and hold the optical drive latch in the unlocked position. Then push the auxiliary latch of the optical drive forward to let the optical drive pop up. 3 Gently pull the optical drive out. 65 Chapter 6.
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Setup Poster User Guide AC adapter O Power cord for your computer, and informs you of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical disc drive O 66 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of where to find replacement instructions.
Setup Poster User Guide AC adapter O Power cord for your computer, and informs you of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for AC adapter O Battery O O Bottom access doors O Hard disk drive O Memory O Optical disc drive O 66 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices The following table provides a list of where to find replacement instructions.
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When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. • Your computer might have adequate protection ...that you ; If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it, and you might damage your computer, software, or data. • It is your responsibility to replace your computer vulnerable to computer viruses, hackers, spyware, and other ... can leave your system board or hard disk drive. „ Other important tips • Do not put the battery pack in landfills.
When disposing of the battery, comply with local ordinances or regulations and your company's safety standards. • Your computer might have adequate protection ...that you ; If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it, and you might damage your computer, software, or data. • It is your responsibility to replace your computer vulnerable to computer viruses, hackers, spyware, and other ... can leave your system board or hard disk drive. „ Other important tips • Do not put the battery pack in landfills.
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... external CRUs. Customers are easy to help you remove and replace the part. Examples of these types of CRUs include the notebook main battery and a hard-disk drive. 99 Internal CRUs can be removed and installed by customers or by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Appendix D. External CRUs are responsible for...
... external CRUs. Customers are easy to help you remove and replace the part. Examples of these types of CRUs include the notebook main battery and a hard-disk drive. 99 Internal CRUs can be removed and installed by customers or by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Appendix D. External CRUs are responsible for...
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Index A AC adapter Using 12 B Battery Charging 12 Bluetooth Connecting 23 Interoperability 106 Usage environment 107 C Camera 2, 20 Card reader 21 Caring your computer 72 Cleaning Computer cover 82 Computer display 84 Computer keyboard 83 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU 99 126 Customer support center 68 F FCC Statement 110 Frequently Asked Questions 44 Function key combinations 19 H Hard disk drive Problems 52 Help Help and service 67 on the Web 68 Hibernation mode problems 49 K Keyboard Cleaning 83 Using 18
Index A AC adapter Using 12 B Battery Charging 12 Bluetooth Connecting 23 Interoperability 106 Usage environment 107 C Camera 2, 20 Card reader 21 Caring your computer 72 Cleaning Computer cover 82 Computer display 84 Computer keyboard 83 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU 99 126 Customer support center 68 F FCC Statement 110 Frequently Asked Questions 44 Function key combinations 19 H Hard disk drive Problems 52 Help Help and service 67 on the Web 68 Hibernation mode problems 49 K Keyboard Cleaning 83 Using 18
