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..., you want to replace your current version of Windows can't be upgraded, go to help ensure a successful installation and to http://www.lenovo.com/windows7. Insert the Windows® 7 upgrade disc into the optical drive. You must manually reinstall your programs and settings. 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...
..., you want to replace your current version of Windows can't be upgraded, go to help ensure a successful installation and to http://www.lenovo.com/windows7. Insert the Windows® 7 upgrade disc into the optical drive. You must manually reinstall your programs and settings. 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...
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... key on -screen instructions to Windows® 7 after the installation. * If you start your computer from the Windows Upgrade Disc, you have the option here of installation do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. Click this link. 3 Choose the optical drive as the first boot device. To activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to activate it. Your computer will start from the Windows® 7 Upgrade Disc. „ Activation...
... key on -screen instructions to Windows® 7 after the installation. * If you start your computer from the Windows Upgrade Disc, you have the option here of installation do a clean install: 1 Follow the first four steps listed under Windows activation. Click this link. 3 Choose the optical drive as the first boot device. To activate the new operating system: 1 Click Control panel>System and security>System to activate it. Your computer will start from the Windows® 7 Upgrade Disc. „ Activation...
Lenovo IdeaPad U450p User Guide V1.0
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... the customer support center 60 Getting help around the world 63 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 63 Appendix B. Learning the basics ... 8 First use 8 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 17 Special keys and buttons........... 20 System status indicators 22 Securing your computer .........64 Accessibility and comfort..........70 Maintenance 72 i OneKey Rescue System 37 OneKey Rescue System 37 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting .......40 Frequently...
... the customer support center 60 Getting help around the world 63 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 63 Appendix B. Learning the basics ... 8 First use 8 Using AC adapter and battery 11 Using the touchpad 14 Using the keyboard 17 Special keys and buttons........... 20 System status indicators 22 Securing your computer .........64 Accessibility and comfort..........70 Maintenance 72 i OneKey Rescue System 37 OneKey Rescue System 37 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting .......40 Frequently...
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... cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures. Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is appropriate for further guidance. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Important safety information Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to install options or replace...
... cables before you open the device covers, unless instructed otherwise in . Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is plugged in the installation and configuration procedures. Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is appropriate for further guidance. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. Important safety information Service and upgrades Do NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to install options or replace...
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... occur. VGA port Connects to external display devices. HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display. RJ-45 port Connects to know your computer Left-side view ab c d ef g Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see "Wired connection" on page 27. 3 Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 23. AC power adapter jack Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For...
... occur. VGA port Connects to external display devices. HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display. RJ-45 port Connects to know your computer Left-side view ab c d ef g Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see "Wired connection" on page 27. 3 Note: For details, see "Using AC adapter and battery" on page 23. AC power adapter jack Connect the AC adapter here. Note: For...
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... insert the battery pack when using your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down. 12 Chapter 2. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 80 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is not required. „ Removing the battery pack If...
... insert the battery pack when using your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down. 12 Chapter 2. remove the battery pack from fully charged. • Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 80 °F (10 °C-30 °C). • Full charge or discharge is not required. „ Removing the battery pack If...
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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. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8. Chapter 2. Note: The NumLk indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 17
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. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+F8. Chapter 2. Note: The NumLk indicator will light on if the numeric keypad is enabled. 17
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... function. Fn + F11: Enable/Disable the Scroll Lock. Fn + F12: Activate the insert function. Fn + ĕ / ė : Decrease/Increase volume level. 19 Fn + F10: Activate the break function. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Chapter 2. Learning the basics The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F6: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + F2: Turn on /off the LCD screen...
... function. Fn + F11: Enable/Disable the Scroll Lock. Fn + F12: Activate the insert function. Fn + ĕ / ė : Decrease/Increase volume level. 19 Fn + F10: Activate the break function. Fn + PrtSc: Activate the system request. Chapter 2. Learning the basics The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + F5: Open the interface for display resolution settings. Fn + F6: Enable/Disable the touchpad. Fn + F1: Enter sleep mode. Fn + F2: Turn on /off the LCD screen...
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... is starting up. 24 The computer cannot be from being used unless you power on the screen while the computer is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of the screen in BIOS setup utility. For more instructions on VeriFace, see the help file on the screen each time you enter the correct password. For details about how to set a password and enable it...
... is starting up. 24 The computer cannot be from being used unless you power on the screen while the computer is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of the screen in BIOS setup utility. For more instructions on VeriFace, see the help file on the screen each time you enter the correct password. For details about how to set a password and enable it...
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Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi/WiMax network * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your computer. 32 Using the Internet „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMax (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 Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to make configuration. Chapter 3.
Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi/WiMax network * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your computer. 32 Using the Internet „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMax (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 Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to make configuration. Chapter 3.
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... I install the device drivers? If your computer is a requirement to your computer, including the warranty period and type of each component in your computer. Getting help and service" on page 77. How can I contact the customer support center? Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? For the warranty applicable to ensure correct operation and performance of warranty service, see "Chapter 4. Lenovo limited...
... I install the device drivers? If your computer is a requirement to your computer, including the warranty period and type of each component in your computer. Getting help and service" on page 77. How can I contact the customer support center? Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? For the warranty applicable to ensure correct operation and performance of warranty service, see "Chapter 4. Lenovo limited...
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... 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 confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off. A Password problem I forgot my password. 44 • If you forget your user password, you must take your password or recover data from sleep or hibernation mode: - Press the power button. - Press Fn+F2 to have the hard disk drive replaced.
... 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 confirm whether the LCD screen has been turned off. A Password problem I forgot my password. 44 • If you forget your user password, you must take your password or recover data from sleep or hibernation mode: - Press the power button. - Press Fn+F2 to have the hard disk drive replaced.
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Troubleshooting Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter a letter. • The numeric lock function is on self-test (POST). • Make sure that: - To disable it, press Fn + F8. The computer enters sleep mode immediately after Power-on . The battery is getting low. See "Appendix B. off. 45 Check the settings for sleep mode. Use and care information" on page 64. Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. • If the processor...
Troubleshooting Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter a letter. • The numeric lock function is on self-test (POST). • Make sure that: - To disable it, press Fn + F8. The computer enters sleep mode immediately after Power-on . The battery is getting low. See "Appendix B. off. 45 Check the settings for sleep mode. Use and care information" on page 64. Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. • If the processor...
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... monitor type is blinking, press the power button to make the screen brighter. - Chapter 5. If the power indicator is correct. The headphone jack is turned up. • Make sure that : distorted. - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted." - Sound problems No sound can be heard from the sleep mode. - If they are correctly set. - program correctly? The screen...
... monitor type is blinking, press the power button to make the screen brighter. - Chapter 5. If the power indicator is correct. The headphone jack is turned up. • Make sure that : distorted. - Incorrect characters appear • Did you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is unreadable or distorted." - Sound problems No sound can be heard from the sleep mode. - If they are correctly set. - program correctly? The screen...
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... problem. protector, then turn on page 37. 48 For details on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Handling the battery" in the Boot priority order correctly. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Chapter 4. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is short. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in the battery might be active. Troubleshooting Battery problems...
... problem. protector, then turn on page 37. 48 For details on the OneKey Rescue System, see "Handling the battery" in the Boot priority order correctly. The battery does not charge. • For details, see "Chapter 4. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • In the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is short. • For details, see "Handling the battery" in the battery might be active. Troubleshooting Battery problems...
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... hold the power button for 4 seconds or more hard disk space on the screen while the computer is starting up to store the backed up data. Other problems The computer does not respond. • To turn off your system partition (C drive). You will need to factory default. • The system partition, such as the partition size or the drive capacity of BIOS Setup Utility. Fail to restore system partition to free more...
... hold the power button for 4 seconds or more hard disk space on the screen while the computer is starting up to store the backed up data. Other problems The computer does not respond. • To turn off your system partition (C drive). You will need to factory default. • The system partition, such as the partition size or the drive capacity of BIOS Setup Utility. Fail to restore system partition to free more...
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... after a product has been sold. Getting help and service • Engineering change management - Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for or 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 retain your proof of application programs...
... after a product has been sold. Getting help and service • Engineering change management - Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for or 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 retain your proof of application programs...
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... computer, display, or external devices. • Avoid turning the display beyond 130°. „ Carry your computer properly • Before moving your computer, be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. 66 Use and care information - Whenever possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the staticprotective packaging and install the part without setting it . - Do not place the part on the computer cover or...
... computer, display, or external devices. • Avoid turning the display beyond 130°. „ Carry your computer properly • Before moving your computer, be sure to the hard disk drive and data loss. 66 Use and care information - Whenever possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the staticprotective packaging and install the part without setting it . - Do not place the part on the computer cover or...
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... or part. The replacement product or part shall be in 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 the period remaining on the original product. The replacement product or part provided by Lenovo may not be new, but it . 80 Lenovo limited warranty „ Replacement of...
... or part. The replacement product or part shall be in 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 the period remaining on the original product. The replacement product or part provided by Lenovo may not be new, but it . 80 Lenovo limited warranty „ Replacement of...
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... sensitive substances. You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery If you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of disused components, such as a printed circuit board or drive, use a Lenovo notebook computer at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment...
... sensitive substances. You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery If you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of disused components, such as a printed circuit board or drive, use a Lenovo notebook computer at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment...
