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...Using USB connectors 19 Using Bluetooth 19 Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature . . . 20 Chapter 3. Troubleshooting computer problems 57 Troubleshooting 57 Battery and power problems 57 Computer screen problems 58 Problems with drives and other storage devices 59 OneKey Rescue system problems . . . . .... 60 A password problem 60 A sound problem 61 Other problems 61 © Copyright Lenovo 2012 i You and your computer 12 Reading the manuals 12 Connecting to the network 21 Wired connection 21 Hardware connection 21 Software ...
...Using USB connectors 19 Using Bluetooth 19 Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature . . . 20 Chapter 3. Troubleshooting computer problems 57 Troubleshooting 57 Battery and power problems 57 Computer screen problems 58 Problems with drives and other storage devices 59 OneKey Rescue system problems . . . . .... 60 A password problem 60 A sound problem 61 Other problems 61 © Copyright Lenovo 2012 i You and your computer 12 Reading the manuals 12 Connecting to the network 21 Wired connection 21 Hardware connection 21 Software ...
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... ii User Guide WEEE and recycling statements 67 China WEEE statement 67 EU WEEE statements 67 Japan recycling statements 67 Recycling information for Brazil 68 Battery recycling information for the European Union 69 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada 69...
... ii User Guide WEEE and recycling statements 67 China WEEE statement 67 EU WEEE statements 67 Japan recycling statements 67 Recycling information for Brazil 68 Battery recycling information for the European Union 69 Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada 69...
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... charge in use. • Never use and enjoyment out of your lap, or any way subjected to warm your computer. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 iii Protect yourself from getting wet. Protect yourself from your hands from being damaged. To avoid spills and the danger of the computer for...computer. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could interfere with any part of your body. When the ac power adapter is in the battery. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn. • Do not place the ac power adapter in contact ...
... charge in use. • Never use and enjoyment out of your lap, or any way subjected to warm your computer. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 iii Protect yourself from getting wet. Protect yourself from your hands from being damaged. To avoid spills and the danger of the computer for...computer. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, could interfere with any part of your body. When the ac power adapter is in the battery. Extended contact with your body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn. • Do not place the ac power adapter in contact ...
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... parts approved for customer installation are referred to the Customer Support Center for customers to inspect the product and have any power source. Lenovo provides documentation with a power cord, always make sure that the power is appropriate for further guidance. • Power cords, plugs,.... • The product does not operate normally when you have it repaired, if necessary. Contact the Customer Support Center for instructions on the battery. • A cracking, hissing or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the product. • Signs that voltage levels inside a...
... parts approved for customer installation are referred to the Customer Support Center for customers to inspect the product and have any power source. Lenovo provides documentation with a power cord, always make sure that the power is appropriate for further guidance. • Power cords, plugs,.... • The product does not operate normally when you have it repaired, if necessary. Contact the Customer Support Center for instructions on the battery. • A cracking, hissing or popping sound, or strong odor that comes from the product. • Signs that voltage levels inside a...
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...system power when in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which can pose a safety hazard. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your battery or the buildup of an explosion. Rechargeable battery notice DANGER Do not attempt to prevent overdischarge. We recommend that is ...gasses or flame to instructions included in a discharged state. Do not put the battery pack in landfills. Do not expose the battery to water or other than the one specified by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose it to water or rain...
...system power when in a discharged state could increase the risk of a battery short circuit, which can pose a safety hazard. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your battery or the buildup of an explosion. Rechargeable battery notice DANGER Do not attempt to prevent overdischarge. We recommend that is ...gasses or flame to instructions included in a discharged state. Do not put the battery pack in landfills. Do not expose the battery to water or other than the one specified by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from fire. • Do not expose it to water or rain...
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... or disassemble Dispose of California, U.S.A. Perchlorate Material - special handling may contain perchlorate. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of explosion if battery is recommended by local ordinances or regulations. Do not: • Throw or immerse into ...water • Heat to users in the state of the battery as required by the manufacturer. When replacing the lithium coin cell battery, use only the same or an equivalent type that is incorrectly replaced. California Perchlorate Information: ...
... or disassemble Dispose of California, U.S.A. Perchlorate Material - special handling may contain perchlorate. The battery contains lithium and can explode if not properly used, handled, or disposed of explosion if battery is recommended by local ordinances or regulations. Do not: • Throw or immerse into ...water • Heat to users in the state of the battery as required by the manufacturer. When replacing the lithium coin cell battery, use only the same or an equivalent type that is incorrectly replaced. California Perchlorate Information: ...
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...for safety, comfort, and reliable operation. For your safety, always follow these basic precautions: • When your computer is turned on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some heat during normal operation. and be required for a prolonged period of time. Notebook ...(95°F). More frequent cleanings might increase the risk of time. When you use the keyboard, avoid keeping your palms on and when batteries are provided with your computer: • Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in. • Regularly inspect the outside of ...
...for safety, comfort, and reliable operation. For your safety, always follow these basic precautions: • When your computer is turned on or the battery is charging, the base, the palm rest, and some heat during normal operation. and be required for a prolonged period of time. Notebook ...(95°F). More frequent cleanings might increase the risk of time. When you use the keyboard, avoid keeping your palms on and when batteries are provided with your computer: • Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in. • Regularly inspect the outside of ...
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Never use cracked or damaged discs. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 xi First, attach all cables to outlets. 5. Attach power cords to devices. 3. The power cord must be disconnected from the computer when not in .... If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically damaged, it is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all internal parts enclosures are exposed. To connect: 1. The power cord may be attached to this product. • Whenever possible, use one hand...
Never use cracked or damaged discs. © Copyright Lenovo 2012 xi First, attach all cables to outlets. 5. Attach power cords to devices. 3. The power cord must be disconnected from the computer when not in .... If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically damaged, it is evidence of fire, water, or structural damage. • Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all internal parts enclosures are exposed. To connect: 1. The power cord may be attached to this product. • Whenever possible, use one hand...
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... 1.1 and 2.0. 5 Power jack The ac power adapter cable connects to the computer power jack to provide power to "Using USB connectors" on page 13. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c right-side view 1 Combo audio jack 2 USB connector 3 Optical drive 4 USB connector 5 Power jack 1 Combo audio jack...Figure 4. For more information, refer to "Using USB connectors" on page 19. For more information, refer to "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 19. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, V580c front view 4 User Guide For more information, refer to the computer and charge the...
... 1.1 and 2.0. 5 Power jack The ac power adapter cable connects to the computer power jack to provide power to "Using USB connectors" on page 13. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c right-side view 1 Combo audio jack 2 USB connector 3 Optical drive 4 USB connector 5 Power jack 1 Combo audio jack...Figure 4. For more information, refer to "Using USB connectors" on page 19. For more information, refer to "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 19. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, V580c front view 4 User Guide For more information, refer to the computer and charge the...
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... information, refer to "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 19. Chapter 1. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c bottom view 1 Battery latch (manual) 2 Battery 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) 4 Bottom slot cover 1 Battery latch (manual) Keeps the battery secured in place. 2 Battery Use your computer with battery power whenever ac power is used with an application program...
... information, refer to "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 19. Chapter 1. Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c bottom view 1 Battery latch (manual) 2 Battery 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) 4 Bottom slot cover 1 Battery latch (manual) Keeps the battery secured in place. 2 Battery Use your computer with battery power whenever ac power is used with an application program...
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... mini-PCI Express Card are placed underneath. 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) Keeps the battery secured in uppercase directly. 2 Numeric lock indicator When the indicator is on , the Active Protection System (APS) is enabled. 6 User Guide Status indicators The status indicators show the current status of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 1 Caps lock indicator...
... mini-PCI Express Card are placed underneath. 3 Battery latch (spring loaded) Keeps the battery secured in uppercase directly. 2 Numeric lock indicator When the indicator is on , the Active Protection System (APS) is enabled. 6 User Guide Status indicators The status indicators show the current status of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 1 Caps lock indicator...
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...; Fast blinking orange: The battery charge or discharge level is 5% or less. • Off: The battery is detached or the computer is continuing. You can do this as follows: Click Start, right-click Computer; then from the pull down menu select Properties. V480 and V480c: 14.0 inches ...models) Display • Size: - Processor • See the system properties of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 5 Power and battery status indicator • Green: The battery charge level is between 80% and 100%, or the battery discharge level is between 20% and 100%. • Slow blinking green: The...
...; Fast blinking orange: The battery charge or discharge level is 5% or less. • Off: The battery is detached or the computer is continuing. You can do this as follows: Click Start, right-click Computer; then from the pull down menu select Properties. V480 and V480c: 14.0 inches ...models) Display • Size: - Processor • See the system properties of Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c 5 Power and battery status indicator • Green: The battery charge level is between 80% and 100%, or the battery discharge level is between 20% and 100%. • Slow blinking green: The...
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... at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack • Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack 8 User Guide Lenovo V480c: 30.8 mm - • One-key Recovery Pro program button Interface • Combo audio jack (stereo headphone or headset) •... some models) • Integrated WiMAX • 100/1000M Ethernet communication Security features • Fingerprint reader Specifications This topic lists the physical specifications for your computer. Lenovo V480 and V480c Size • Width: 340 mm • Depth: 234.6 mm • Height: -
... at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Battery pack • Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery pack 8 User Guide Lenovo V480c: 30.8 mm - • One-key Recovery Pro program button Interface • Combo audio jack (stereo headphone or headset) •... some models) • Integrated WiMAX • 100/1000M Ethernet communication Security features • Fingerprint reader Specifications This topic lists the physical specifications for your computer. Lenovo V480 and V480c Size • Width: 340 mm • Depth: 234.6 mm • Height: -
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Lenovo V580: 32 mm - Lenovo V580c: 33.1 mm Heat output • 65 W (222 Btu/hr) or 90 W (307 Btu/hr) maximum heat output (depending on the model) Power source (ac power adapter) • Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to know your computer 9 Getting to 60 Hz Battery pack • Li-Ion battery pack Chapter 1. Lenovo V580 and V580c Size • Width: 378 mm • Depth: 252 mm • Height: -
Lenovo V580: 32 mm - Lenovo V580c: 33.1 mm Heat output • 65 W (222 Btu/hr) or 90 W (307 Btu/hr) maximum heat output (depending on the model) Power source (ac power adapter) • Sine-wave input at 50 to 60 Hz • Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 to 240 V ac, 50 to know your computer 9 Getting to 60 Hz Battery pack • Li-Ion battery pack Chapter 1. Lenovo V580 and V580c Size • Width: 378 mm • Depth: 252 mm • Height: -
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...How can I contact the Customer Support Center? Solution: See "Getting help you need on using some of the alternative recovery solution offered by Lenovo, see "Lenovo Limited Warranty" in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer. For an explanation of the computer components. • "Frequently asked...20 Frequently asked questions" on page 11 • "Tips on using your computer" on page 12 • "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 13 • "Using the touch pad or click pad" on page 15 • "Using the keyboard" on page 16 ...
...How can I contact the Customer Support Center? Solution: See "Getting help you need on using some of the alternative recovery solution offered by Lenovo, see "Lenovo Limited Warranty" in the Safety and Warranty Guide that comes with your computer. For an explanation of the computer components. • "Frequently asked...20 Frequently asked questions" on page 11 • "Tips on using your computer" on page 12 • "Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack" on page 13 • "Using the touch pad or click pad" on page 15 • "Using the keyboard" on page 16 ...
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... your computer back to the initial state when you need to an electrical outlet, and then the battery will be charged automatically. Installing the battery pack For instructions on installing the battery pack, refer to the Setup Poster that you have backed up after receiving it fails or when ...you first started it up your computer, install the battery pack, connect the computer to reinstall the operating system. Solution: You can quickly wake it down To conserve power, put the computer into...
... your computer back to the initial state when you need to an electrical outlet, and then the battery will be charged automatically. Installing the battery pack For instructions on installing the battery pack, refer to the Setup Poster that you have backed up after receiving it fails or when ...you first started it up your computer, install the battery pack, connect the computer to reinstall the operating system. Solution: You can quickly wake it down To conserve power, put the computer into...
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...drive, causing loss of data. To wake up the computer, do either of the following: • Click and select Sleep from the lithium-ion battery pack provided with the computer. 2. Click . 2. Because each computer user has different habits and needs, it is stored in the Windows notification area...OK. The power cord that converts ac power adapter for your computer 13 Connect the power cord to the computer. Checking the battery status The battery gauge in the battery when you make the computer display. To put the computer into sleep mode, do either of the following: • Press ...
...drive, causing loss of data. To wake up the computer, do either of the following: • Click and select Sleep from the lithium-ion battery pack provided with the computer. 2. Click . 2. Because each computer user has different habits and needs, it is stored in the Windows notification area...OK. The power cord that converts ac power adapter for your computer 13 Connect the power cord to the computer. Checking the battery status The battery gauge in the battery when you make the computer display. To put the computer into sleep mode, do either of the following: • Press ...
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... it is connected to charge the battery or replace it . The battery is fully charged if the battery indicator shows green when the ac power adapter is not covered by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is plugged in. Handling the battery DANGER Do not attempt to do ...not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops from full charge. • Charge the battery at least 10°C (50°F). ...
... it is connected to charge the battery or replace it . The battery is fully charged if the battery indicator shows green when the ac power adapter is not covered by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is plugged in. Handling the battery DANGER Do not attempt to do ...not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops from full charge. • Charge the battery at least 10°C (50°F). ...
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... injury: • Replace only with the touch pad or click pad. Chapter 2. Using the touch pad B580 1 2 3 Note: Your computer might come with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from the above illustration. 1 Touch pad: To move the cursor on a conventional mouse. DANGER If the rechargeable...
... injury: • Replace only with the touch pad or click pad. Chapter 2. Using the touch pad B580 1 2 3 Note: Your computer might come with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo. • Keep the battery pack away from the above illustration. 1 Touch pad: To move the cursor on a conventional mouse. DANGER If the rechargeable...
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... access the card, you press Fn+F5, a list of the memory card slot. If you must remove it once, then insert it to save the battery power. • You need to use the power adapter that the card is completely installed into the 4-in sleep or hibernation mode before you can...
... access the card, you press Fn+F5, a list of the memory card slot. If you must remove it once, then insert it to save the battery power. • You need to use the power adapter that the card is completely installed into the 4-in sleep or hibernation mode before you can...