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... Using the keyboard 14 Special keys and buttons 17 Using the optical drive 19 Using memory cards 20 Using Lenovo remote (specific models only 22 Using the integrated camera 22 Using the Internet 23 Securing your computer 1 Top view...1 Left-side view ...3 Right-side view ...5 Front view ...7 Bottom view...9 Chapter 2. Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer 29 Installing device drivers 31 Using battery and AC adapter 31 Chapter 3. Using external devices 35 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device 35 Connecting...
... Using the keyboard 14 Special keys and buttons 17 Using the optical drive 19 Using memory cards 20 Using Lenovo remote (specific models only 22 Using the integrated camera 22 Using the Internet 23 Securing your computer 1 Top view...1 Left-side view ...3 Right-side view ...5 Front view ...7 Bottom view...9 Chapter 2. Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer 29 Installing device drivers 31 Using battery and AC adapter 31 Chapter 3. Using external devices 35 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device 35 Connecting...
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... 5. Getting help and service 58 Getting help and service 58 Getting help on the Web 59 Calling the Customer Support Center 59 Getting help around the world 62 Chapter 6. Lenovo limited warranty 97 Warranty Information 107 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 111 Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs 113 Appendix C. Contents Connecting a headphone and audio device 43 Connecting an external microphone 45 Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices (specific models only 46 Chapter 4.
... 5. Getting help and service 58 Getting help and service 58 Getting help on the Web 59 Calling the Customer Support Center 59 Getting help around the world 62 Chapter 6. Lenovo limited warranty 97 Warranty Information 107 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 111 Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs 113 Appendix C. Contents Connecting a headphone and audio device 43 Connecting an external microphone 45 Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices (specific models only 46 Chapter 4.
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Getting to know your computer System status indicators Microphone jack (external 45 Headphone jack (S/PDIF) (external 43 Memory card slot 20 Integrated wireless device switch Use this switch to disable the wireless radio of all the integrated wireless devices on your computer. CIR port 22 CIR port, used for Lenovo remote controller. 8 Chapter 1.
Getting to know your computer System status indicators Microphone jack (external 45 Headphone jack (S/PDIF) (external 43 Memory card slot 20 Integrated wireless device switch Use this switch to disable the wireless radio of all the integrated wireless devices on your computer. CIR port 22 CIR port, used for Lenovo remote controller. 8 Chapter 1.
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... spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in the unlocked position. Battery latch - Move the manual battery latch to the unlocked position to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. Central Processing Unit (CPU)/ Memory (RAM) compartment Hard Disk compartment Important: Do not disassemble any component by yourself! manual The manual battery latch is used to know your computer Battery latch - Getting to keep the battery pack secured...
... spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in the unlocked position. Battery latch - Move the manual battery latch to the unlocked position to the locked position after inserting the battery pack. Central Processing Unit (CPU)/ Memory (RAM) compartment Hard Disk compartment Important: Do not disassemble any component by yourself! manual The manual battery latch is used to know your computer Battery latch - Getting to keep the battery pack secured...
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Using your computer Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in this manual may differ from the actual product. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn + F8. * The illustrations in the standard keyboard. Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Chapter 2. Please refer to the actual product. 14
Using your computer Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in this manual may differ from the actual product. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn + F8. * The illustrations in the standard keyboard. Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. Chapter 2. Please refer to the actual product. 14
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... the screen in order to access your computer or your data. This password can be used by others. Enter your computer. Establishing different kinds of your computer from two to set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on your software. Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your face, and creates a digital map that other possible users know the proper passwords in BIOS Setup Utility...
... the screen in order to access your computer or your data. This password can be used by others. Enter your computer. Establishing different kinds of your computer from two to set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on your software. Using passwords Using passwords helps prevent your face, and creates a digital map that other possible users know the proper passwords in BIOS Setup Utility...
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... seconds after the computer is on; Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device -------- Your computer comes with USB ports compatible with USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, external hard disk drive, printer and scanner. Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than USB, eSATA and 1394 cables while the computer power is shut down to disconnect external devices. otherwise, you might damage your computer. Using external devices Your computer has many built-in...
... seconds after the computer is on; Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device -------- Your computer comes with USB ports compatible with USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, camera, external hard disk drive, printer and scanner. Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than USB, eSATA and 1394 cables while the computer power is shut down to disconnect external devices. otherwise, you might damage your computer. Using external devices Your computer has many built-in...
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... parts and service. If you forgot your HDD password, Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. The numeric lock function is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter a letter. Chapter 4. Proof of purchase is on. To disable it, press Fn + F8. 51 You must take your password or recover...
... parts and service. If you forgot your HDD password, Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. The numeric lock function is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service. Keyboard problems A number appears when you enter a letter. Chapter 4. Proof of purchase is on. To disable it, press Fn + F8. 51 You must take your password or recover...
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... computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator turns on) immediately after Power-on and the computer does not work. Make sure that: The battery is charged. The operating temperature is within range, have entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is getting low. The computer does not return from sleep mode, it may have the computer serviced. Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. Check the settings for sleep mode...
... computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator turns on) immediately after Power-on and the computer does not work. Make sure that: The battery is charged. The operating temperature is within range, have entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is getting low. The computer does not return from sleep mode, it may have the computer serviced. Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. Check the settings for sleep mode...
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For details, see OneKey Rescue System User Guide. 56 Make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot menu in Chapter 2. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. For details about OneKey Recovery, see "Handling the battery" in BIOS Setup Utility correctly. A startup problem The Microsoft® Windows operating system does not start. Use the OneKey Recovery to help solve or identify your problem. Troubleshooting The battery does not charge. Chapter 4.
For details, see OneKey Rescue System User Guide. 56 Make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot menu in Chapter 2. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. For details about OneKey Recovery, see "Handling the battery" in BIOS Setup Utility correctly. A startup problem The Microsoft® Windows operating system does not start. Use the OneKey Recovery to help solve or identify your problem. Troubleshooting The battery does not charge. Chapter 4.
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... network. Disable the sleep timer when you want . Also make sure that the device from which the computer starts is set so that the startup sequence in the BIOS Setup Utility is enabled. 57 If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. To turn...
... network. Disable the sleep timer when you want . Also make sure that the device from which the computer starts is set so that the startup sequence in the BIOS Setup Utility is enabled. 57 If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery. Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. To turn...
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... to device drivers Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) Installation and maintenance of application programs To determine if your call . Lenovo or 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 retain your hardware. Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for or by Lenovo, will make your Lenovo hardware...
... to device drivers Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) Installation and maintenance of application programs To determine if your call . Lenovo or 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 retain your hardware. Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for or by Lenovo, will make your Lenovo hardware...
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... these components. Chapter 6. If you are using is properly wired, easily accessible, and located close to replace the outlet with one that has this safety feature. Carefully connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet. Power supply statement Danger: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that enables this label attached. Be sure that will...
... these components. Chapter 6. If you are using is properly wired, easily accessible, and located close to replace the outlet with one that has this safety feature. Carefully connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet. Power supply statement Danger: Never remove the cover on a power supply or any component that enables this label attached. Be sure that will...
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... build up around you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to a metal expansion-slot cover or other circuit boards by the edges. This reduces static electricity in the package and your body. - Note: Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other unpainted metal surface...
... build up around you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to a metal expansion-slot cover or other circuit boards by the edges. This reduces static electricity in the package and your body. - Note: Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge. Handle adapters, memory modules, and other unpainted metal surface...
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... produce errors. 2 Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis. 3 Use Diskeeper Lite or the Microsoft Disk Defragmenter on your hard disk drive on a regular basis to improve data seek and read time. To free up your computer. If critical data is present, it is a good idea to take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software. Update device drivers and BIOS when needed. 94...
... produce errors. 2 Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis. 3 Use Diskeeper Lite or the Microsoft Disk Defragmenter on your hard disk drive on a regular basis to improve data seek and read time. To free up your computer. If critical data is present, it is a good idea to take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software. Update device drivers and BIOS when needed. 94...
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Each 95 When calling the Customer Support Center, please make sure you have your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is charged and that you have the AC power adapter connected. Boot into the BIOS and load the default settings. Turn off the computer and start the recovery process. If your computer uses discs as the printer, keyboard, and so on or the message...
Each 95 When calling the Customer Support Center, please make sure you have your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is charged and that you have the AC power adapter connected. Boot into the BIOS and load the default settings. Turn off the computer and start the recovery process. If your computer uses discs as the printer, keyboard, and so on or the message...
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... price. Replacement of a product or part When the warranty service involves the replacement of any legal obligations or restrictions that is free of a product or part, the replaced product or part becomes Lenovo's property and the replacement product or part becomes your property. and 3. The replacement product or part shall be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent. remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments...
... price. Replacement of a product or part When the warranty service involves the replacement of any legal obligations or restrictions that is free of a product or part, the replaced product or part becomes Lenovo's property and the replacement product or part becomes your property. and 3. The replacement product or part shall be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent. remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments...
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... Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 113 Examples of these types of CRUs include memory modules and hard disk drives. Internal CRUs (located within the computer that are safe for replacing all external CRUs. Customers are accessible only by opening the computer's outer case. Examples of these types of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive, and an extended battery. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU...
... Express Mini Cards and the integrated keyboard. 113 Examples of these types of CRUs include memory modules and hard disk drives. Internal CRUs (located within the computer that are safe for replacing all external CRUs. Customers are accessible only by opening the computer's outer case. Examples of these types of CRUs include the notebook main battery, an optical drive, and an extended battery. Once the access panel is removed, only the specific CRU...
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... dispose of charge 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. If you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a battery pack, you use the methods described above for home-used computers sold in Lenovo sales, service, or...
... dispose of charge 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. If you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a battery pack, you use the methods described above for home-used computers sold in Lenovo sales, service, or...
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... A AC adapter Jack 6 Using 31 B Battery charging 33 Bluetooth Connecting 46 Interoperability 119 Switch 16 Usage environment 121 C Camera 16, 22 Caring your computer 82 Cleaning Computer cover 88 Computer display 90 Computer keyboard 89 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) parts list 113 Customer Support Center 59 135 D Display Cleaning 90 Drivers 31 E eSATA/USB combo port 6, 37 ExpressCard/34 slot 6, 39 F FCC statement 122 Frequently asked questions 47 Function key combinations 15 H Hard disk drive problems 56 HDMI port...
... A AC adapter Jack 6 Using 31 B Battery charging 33 Bluetooth Connecting 46 Interoperability 119 Switch 16 Usage environment 121 C Camera 16, 22 Caring your computer 82 Cleaning Computer cover 88 Computer display 90 Computer keyboard 89 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) parts list 113 Customer Support Center 59 135 D Display Cleaning 90 Drivers 31 E eSATA/USB combo port 6, 37 ExpressCard/34 slot 6, 39 F FCC statement 122 Frequently asked questions 47 Function key combinations 15 H Hard disk drive problems 56 HDMI port...