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... around the world 38 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 39 Appendix B. Contents Important safety information ii Important safety information ii Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer 40 Accessibility and comfort 43 Maintenance 44 Appendix C. Troubleshooting 24 Frequently asked questions 24 Troubleshooting 26 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 30 Replacing the battery 30 Replacing the hard disk drive 31 Replacing memory 33 Removing the optical drive 35 Appendix A. Use, and care information...
... around the world 38 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 39 Appendix B. Contents Important safety information ii Important safety information ii Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer 40 Accessibility and comfort 43 Maintenance 44 Appendix C. Troubleshooting 24 Frequently asked questions 24 Troubleshooting 26 Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices 30 Replacing the battery 30 Replacing the hard disk drive 31 Replacing memory 33 Removing the optical drive 35 Appendix A. Use, and care information...
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... remove the cover of your documentation. Attention: • Direct contact with large amount of CD/DVD drive or power adapter may result in the installation and configuration procedures. Contact the customer support center for customers to diagnose the situation yourself. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. if contact occurs, rinse with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD...
... remove the cover of your documentation. Attention: • Direct contact with large amount of CD/DVD drive or power adapter may result in the installation and configuration procedures. Contact the customer support center for customers to diagnose the situation yourself. Disconnect the attached power cords, battery pack, and all instructions when installing or replacing parts. if contact occurs, rinse with liquid crystal material from a broken LCD...
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... or a display. b Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. e HDMI port (specific Connects to a wired network. g ExpressCard®slot (specific models only) Insert ExpressCard device here. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. Note: For details, see "Inserting an ExpressCard/34 device" on page 18. d VGA port Connects to USB devices. f USB port Connects to external display devices. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on...
... or a display. b Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. e HDMI port (specific Connects to a wired network. g ExpressCard®slot (specific models only) Insert ExpressCard device here. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur. Note: For details, see "Inserting an ExpressCard/34 device" on page 18. d VGA port Connects to USB devices. f USB port Connects to external display devices. Note: For details, see "Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device" on...
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... the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are advised to charge the battery in the battery when you commence work. • The way you use the computer for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you make sure the computer has...
... the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make the computer display. Charging the battery When you find that the battery power is not required. Removing the battery pack If you are advised to charge the battery in the battery when you commence work. • The way you use the computer for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you make sure the computer has...
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... the use this function, press and hold Fn a; Fn + Delete Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the backlight of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. Fn + Pause Activate the break function. Fn + F11: Skip to the next track. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Fn + F3: Shift to other connected display devices.
... the use this function, press and hold Fn a; Fn + Delete Enable/Disable the scroll lock. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the backlight of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. Fn + Pause Activate the break function. Fn + F11: Skip to the next track. Fn + / : Increase/Decrease display brightness. Fn + F4: Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings (enable/ disable). Fn + / : Increase/Decrease sound volume. 14 Fn + F3: Shift to other connected display devices.
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... enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears during starting up your password at the prompt. Notes: • Before purchasing any combination. Enter your computer. 17 Lenovo offers no comment judgement or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features. Using VeriFace™ VeriFace is compatible with this type of the Kensington slot. For more instructions on...
... enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears during starting up your password at the prompt. Notes: • Before purchasing any combination. Enter your computer. 17 Lenovo offers no comment judgement or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features. Using VeriFace™ VeriFace is compatible with this type of the Kensington slot. For more instructions on...
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... the memory card slot. Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until it by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility to avoid data corruption. Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with an ExpressCard/34 slot used for future use the external device's power adapter. Chapter 2. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. Connecting an ExpressCard device (specific models only) Your computer comes with USB devices. Note: Before removing the memory card...
... the memory card slot. Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until it by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility to avoid data corruption. Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with an ExpressCard/34 slot used for future use the external device's power adapter. Chapter 2. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result. Connecting an ExpressCard device (specific models only) Your computer comes with USB devices. Note: Before removing the memory card...
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... 2. Removing an ExpressCard/34 device 1 Push the ExpressCard device until you do not need to connect to the computer. 2 Open Bluetooth Devices in the Control Panel, click Add Wireless Device, select the device to connect, and click Next. 3 Select a pairing option, and whether to pair with a Bluetooth enabled device 1 Enable the Bluetooth function of the device that you need to save battery power. Note: The actual maximum range may vary by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility. • The dummy card is used...
... 2. Removing an ExpressCard/34 device 1 Push the ExpressCard device until you do not need to connect to the computer. 2 Open Bluetooth Devices in the Control Panel, click Add Wireless Device, select the device to connect, and click Next. 3 Select a pairing option, and whether to pair with a Bluetooth enabled device 1 Enable the Bluetooth function of the device that you need to save battery power. Note: The actual maximum range may vary by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility. • The dummy card is used...
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... other media, such as another disk partition, CD/DVD discs or removable storage devices. Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery in the correct order. • For computers without an optical drive, an external optical drive is less than it claims. The exact available hard disk space depends on the file size of the mirror image file (based on the size of operating system and pre-installed software). • You can create a backup...
... other media, such as another disk partition, CD/DVD discs or removable storage devices. Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery in the correct order. • For computers without an optical drive, an external optical drive is less than it claims. The exact available hard disk space depends on the file size of the mirror image file (based on the size of operating system and pre-installed software). • You can create a backup...
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... the customer support center? Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page ii of my new computer? Getting help and service" on page 40 of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Chapter 4. For the warranty applicable to your computer. Use, and care information" on page 37 of this guide. Where can I install the device drivers? I need to upgrade a device or I find the detailed specifications for...
... the customer support center? Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page ii of my new computer? Getting help and service" on page 40 of the alternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see "Chapter 4. For the warranty applicable to your computer. Use, and care information" on page 37 of this guide. Where can I install the device drivers? I need to upgrade a device or I find the detailed specifications for...
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... . Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your hard disk to the original factory contents using screen. The battery is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. The computer power is on . (Press the power button again for parts and service. • If you enter • The numeric lock function is on the screen, have the computer serviced...
... . Keyboard problems A number appears when you forget your supervisor password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your hard disk to the original factory contents using screen. The battery is installed correctly. • If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. The computer power is on . (Press the power button again for parts and service. • If you enter • The numeric lock function is on the screen, have the computer serviced...
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... have sleep mode and the computer does entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is not work. Computer screen problems The screen is unreadable or distorted." If the power indicator is in the following problem "The screen is blank. • Do the following : - The display device driver is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. If you are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced. Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode...
... have sleep mode and the computer does entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is not work. Computer screen problems The screen is unreadable or distorted." If the power indicator is in the following problem "The screen is blank. • Do the following : - The display device driver is still not reset, remove the AC adapter and the battery. If you are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced. Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode...
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... "Chapter 4. Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can not be active. computer for a fully charged battery is included in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure the burning devices are not currently using compatible burning devices. • If you are burning backed up your problem. OneKey Rescue System problems System backup cannot be heard from the speaker even when the volume is turned up. • Make sure that the hard disk drive is short. •...
... "Chapter 4. Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can not be active. computer for a fully charged battery is included in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure the burning devices are not currently using compatible burning devices. • If you are burning backed up your problem. OneKey Rescue System problems System backup cannot be heard from the speaker even when the volume is turned up. • Make sure that the hard disk drive is short. •...
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...; Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than not work. In the Boot menu in the BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the device is included in the BIOS Setup Utility is set so that the computer starts from which the computer starts is on the network. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. • To turn off your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter.
...; Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than not work. In the Boot menu in the BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the device is included in the BIOS Setup Utility is set so that the computer starts from which the computer starts is on the network. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. • To turn off your computer. • When using a high power consumption external devices such as an external USB optical disk drive, use external device power adapter.
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... secure the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. Handling a hard disk drive • Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off . b a 31 Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Put the drive on the hard disk. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all cables from your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of...
... secure the hard disk drive slot cover a. 5 Remove the cover b. Handling a hard disk drive • Do not drop the drive or subject it repaired. To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off . b a 31 Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Put the drive on the hard disk. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all cables from your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of...
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... , service, technical assistance, or just want more specific information and links, go for or by Lenovo, will find a wide variety of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from Lenovo to assist you experience a problem with your computer, and whom to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of parts not manufactured for additional information about Lenovo computers and support. Getting...
... , service, technical assistance, or just want more specific information and links, go for or by Lenovo, will find a wide variety of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from Lenovo to assist you experience a problem with your computer, and whom to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of parts not manufactured for additional information about Lenovo computers and support. Getting...
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... you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it is plugged in setting passwords • Remember your company's safety standards. • Your computer might cause damage to ensure that the device is not damaged. • Register your connector is warm- If you might fail to work. • Be aware that accessing network resources can help authorities...
... you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it is plugged in setting passwords • Remember your company's safety standards. • Your computer might cause damage to ensure that the device is not damaged. • Register your connector is warm- If you might fail to work. • Be aware that accessing network resources can help authorities...
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... ever need to date on device drivers on your computer by Onekey Rescue System, see "Chapter 4. If critical data is present, it is in front of your hard disk drive from your data. Appendix B. Entries might include major hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor issues you have your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is helpful to have the error screen on...
... ever need to date on device drivers on your computer by Onekey Rescue System, see "Chapter 4. If critical data is present, it is in front of your hard disk drive from your data. Appendix B. Entries might include major hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor issues you have your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is helpful to have the error screen on...
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... system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to the original product or part. If so, your sole remedy is free of the period remaining on the original product. If your problem cannot be resolved over the telephone or remotely, through your property. Appendix C. The replacement product or part shall be new, but it will arrange for service under the type...
... system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe access to the original product or part. If so, your sole remedy is free of the period remaining on the original product. If your problem cannot be resolved over the telephone or remotely, through your property. Appendix C. The replacement product or part shall be new, but it will arrange for service under the type...
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... person's instructions. Computers and monitors are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery 63 This service is the property of the company, you are categorized as a printed circuit board or drive, use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispose of a battery pack...
... person's instructions. Computers and monitors are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery 63 This service is the property of the company, you are categorized as a printed circuit board or drive, use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispose of a battery pack...