y510 user's guide

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Includes:

User Guide

LenovoIdeaPad Y510

Important safety information

Tips for taking care of your computer

Function and features

Service and troubleshooting

Warranty information


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First Edition (November 2007)

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the following:

Safety and Warranty Guideincluded in the package with this publication.

Wireless related information inAppendix D. Notices, on page 58.

Regulatory Noticeincluded in the package with this publication.

Note

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applicable, or under Rights in Data-General, FAR 52.227.14 (Alternate III).

Copyright Lenovo 2007. All rights reserved.

OneKey Recovery User Guideincluded in the package with this publication.


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Read This First...................................ii

Chapter 1. Getting to Know

Your Computer...................................1Top View .................................................1

Left-side View.........................................3Right-side View ......................................5Bottom View............................................7Front View...............................................9

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer ...11Putting your computer to Sleep orShutting It Down ..................................11Adjusting the display...........................12Using the Touch Pad............................13Using the Keyboard .............................14Special keys and buttons.....................16System status indicators ......................19Playing a CD .........................................21Watching TV and DVD........................21Using the Integrated Camera..............22Securing your computer......................22Installing Device Drivers.....................27Using battery and AC adapter ...........28

Chapter 3. Troubleshooting............31Frequently Asked Questions ..............31

Troubleshooting ...................................32Chapter 4. Getting Help and

Service ..............................................39Getting Help and Service ....................39Getting Help on the Web.....................39

Appendix A.

Warranty InformatioWarranty InformatiLenovo WarrantyService Telephone N

Appendix B. Custom

Replaceable Units (C

Appendix C.

Features and SpecifFeatures ...................Specifications..........

Appendix D. NoticesNotices.....................Wireless related infElectronic EmissionLenovo product serinformation for Taiw

WEEE and RecyclinEU WEEE Statemen

Japan Recycling StaNotice for Users in Notice on Deleting Your Hard Disk......Trademarks.............

Index ........................

Contents


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Before moving your computer, do one of theit off or press Fn + F1to put it in sleep mode

Before moving the computer, make sure that

indicator is off. This will help to prevent damdisk drive, and possible loss of data.

Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibratheavy objects on your computer, display, or

Use a quality carrying case that provides adeand protection. Do not pack your computer packed suitcase or bag.

Place liquids away from your computer to av


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Top View- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


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a Integrated camera (Specific models only)The integrated built-in camera allows picture taking or vide

can be used with video conferencing and other interactive ap

Note:The camera can only be used when it is turned on. Press Fn +turn off the camera.

b Wireless LAN antennasA diversity antenna system is built into the display for o

enabling wireless communication wherever you are.

c Computer displayThe color display with TFT technology provides clear and

graphics.

* Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) film is used on specific m

excellent strength and transparency.

d Touch inductive panel and Multi-media buttonsControl buttons integrated for convenient Multi-media playin

For details on Touch inductive panel and multi-media butto

e SpeakersBuilt-in speakers for rich powerful sound.

f Battery Capacity indicatorsYou can check the battery life and the current operation statu

g System status indicatorsFor details on System status indicators, see page 19.

h Novo buttonWhen the computer is turned off, this button functions as a O

key; use with caution.

For details on Novo button, see page 16.

i Power buttonU th P b tt t t th t Th P b


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Left-side View- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

a AC power adapter jackConnect the power adapter here to supply power to the com

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c Fan louversThe fan louvers allow warm air to exit the computer.

Important:Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables or other objects

of the fan louvers or else overheating of the computer may ocd VGA portUse this port for an external computer monitor.

e PCI Express card (new card) slotUse this slot to install a PCI Express card (new card).

f USB 2.0 portThe Universal Serial Bus is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1

a keyboard, mouse, camera, hard disk drive, printer, and sca

devices to be connected and disconnected without rebooting

swapping), and allows specific classes of hardware to b

requiring individual device drivers to be installed.

AttentionWhen using high power consumption USB device such as US

external device power adapter, otherwise will cause system sg IEEE 1394 connector

The IEEE 1394 connector is used for connecting devices th

with the IEEE 1394 interface, such as digital video cameras

disk drives.

h TV-in jack (Specific models only)Use this jack to connect with TV signal cable through the pro(Analog input supported).

For details on TV function, see the Help menu in Shuttle Cen

Attention:For Class I equipment: In Norway, intended to be connected


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Right-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

aHeadphone/SPDIF jack (external)The headphone jack is used to connect headphones or a speak

The SPDIF jack is used to output digital audio signal.

To output digital audio signal, do as follows:

1 Connect the SPDIF device. Right-click the Sound icocorner of the task bar and select Playback Devicesfrom

2 When all players are turned off, selectSpeakersand cliSelect Realtek Digital Outputand click Set Defaultbu

3 Click the OKbutton to save the settings.

Microphone jack (external)

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d S-video jackUse this connector to directly connect an external video devi

supports standard S-video through an S-video cable.

e Optical drive (types vary by model)Your computer comes with an optical device, such as a CD

DVD/CD recordable drive.

For this model, there are two kinds of optical drives:

(1) Slot-in type:

Provides a convenient and quick way to insert and eject disc.

and gently insert the disc into the slot. The drive will begin r

the disc. To remove a disc, press the Ejectbutton .

(2) Tray type:Press the Ejectbutton to open the drive tray, place the disc

gently push the drive tray back in. The drive will begin read

the disc. To remove a disc, press the Ejectbutton to open

remove the disc from the tray.

Attention:* The slot-in type cannot read 8 cm discs. Never insert 8 cm d

of optical drive.

** It is normal to hear the CD spinning in the optical drive w

read.

f Modem PortThe modem port supports a standard telephone cable

connector, and allows dial up access to an internet service pr Important:Do not connect the modem port to a digital circuit cable, or e

the digital circuit may damage the modem.

g Security keyhole


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Bottom View- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


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c Battery packThe battery pack provides power for the computer when no

is available. If the AC adapter is connected to the computer, t

automatically charged. For details on Using battery and

page 28.

d Battery latch - manualThe manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack s

manual battery latch to the unlocked position to insert or re

pack. Move the manual latch to the locked position after ins

pack.

e Hard Disk Drive/ TV card (Specific models only) compartThe hard disk drive and TV-card are secured in a compartme

Important:Do not disassemble or replace the hard disk drive yourself! I

ask a Lenovo authorized service center or dealer to disassem

f Central Processor Unit (CPU)/ Memory (RAM)/ Wirecompartment

Central Processor Unit (CPU)The CPU compartment provides space for the CPU and th

Important:Do not replace the CPU yourself! Visit an authorized

retailer for replacing.

Memory (RAM) compartmentThe memory compartment provides expansion capabilitmemory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount o

system and configures CMOS accordingly during the Po

(POST) process. There is no hardware or software (inclu

required after the memory is installed.


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Front View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -


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a Array Microphone (built-in)The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be

conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings.

b System status indicatorsFor details on System status indicators, see page 19.

c Wireless device switchThis switch turns on or turns off Wireless LAN and B

simultaneously. To enable wireless/bluetooth, slide the latch

press Fn + F5. When you do not need to use the Wireless LA

function, turn it off to extend battery power.

d Multi-media reader slotYou can insert an SD Card, a Multi-media Card, a Memory StCard, an SD pro card or a Memory Stick Pro card into the Mu

slot.

Note:Only use the memory card listed above; for detail information

read the instructions shipped with the memory card.

e CIR portFor use with a Lenovo remote control. You can use the r

operate Lenovo Shuttle Center. For details of the remote cont

the instructions supplied with it.


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Chapter 2. Using Your Comp

Putting your computer to Sleep oIt Down - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

When you finish working with your computer, you can put it to sl

Putting your computer to SleepIf you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put

When the computer is in sleep, you can quickly wake it and bypas

To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following.

Click StartandselectSleepfrom the Start menu.

Press Fn+ F1.

Press the powerbutton.

Warning:Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating th

sleep) before you move your computer. Moving your computer

spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data.

To wake the computer, do one of the following.

Press thepowerbutton. Press any key

Shutting Down Your computer


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Adjusting the display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

After you begin working with your computer, you might need to

achieve its optimum performance.

Adjusting the brightness

You can increase or decrease the brightness on your display.

To adjust the brightness on your display, press Fn + up/down arro

Switch between wide screen and normal screenYou can change the aspect ratioon your display.

To switch between wide screen and normal mode, press Fn+ F4.


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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

Using the Touch Pad - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

The touch pad consists of a padaand two click buttons at the bo

To move the cursorbon the screen, slide your fingertip over the which you want the cursor to move. The functions of the left

buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse butto

mouse.

Note:You can also attach and use a USB mouse through the USB connec


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Using the Keyboard- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorpo

keyboard.

Numeric Keypad

The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numTo enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+Insert/NmLk.


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Special keys and buttons - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Your computer has several special keys and buttons.

Novo buttonThe Novobutton functions as OneKey Recovery key; use with ca

button to enter the main interface of OneKey Recovery while the p

Attention:When you press NOVO key to turn on the computer, please ensuis not connected with other peripherals (such as USB storage devi

system may not operate properly.

Once done, the system can no longer return to its previous state. A

hard disk partition (usually drive C) will subsequently be lost. M

files on the primary hard disk partition have been backed up onto

USB hard disk drive before this operation.

For details, seeOneKey Recovery User Guide.

Note:When your computer is running Windows Vista, and if you

program installed, you can shift the power schemes by pressing th


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Touch inductive panel and multi-media buttons

Touch inductive panel (a~l)a Mute/unmute the sound.

b


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Equalizer buttons*

h Jazz

i Pop

j Dance

k Classicl Normal

Multi-media buttons (m~n)m Switch between Multi-media control buttons an

n Change volume.

* Press the m to switch between Multi-media control Equalizer buttons (8~l).


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System status indicators - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

The system status indicators show the current status of your comp

Your computer has system status indicators as follows:1 2 3 4


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c Caps LockBlinking Blue: The Capital Lock function is activated. The

allows typing in all upper case letters (such Caps Lock light is off, lower case letters are en

d Scroll LockBlue: The Scroll Lock function is activated. The Scroll Lock fu

the keyboard letters to act as direction keys to allowwhen only part of the keyboard is required.

e Power Indicator Blue: System is powered on.

Blinking Blue: System is in sleep mode.

OFF: System is powered off or in hibernation mode.

f Battery Status Indicator Blue: Power is being supplied by an AC adapter and the b

(95% or more).

Blinking Blue: Battery is charging.

OFF: Power is being supplied by battery, or the computer i

AC adapter and without a battery pack.

Blinking Amber: Power is being supplied by battery and

lower).

g Wireless Device Indicator Amber: Bluetooth is enabled.

Blue*: Wireless LAN is enabled and connected.


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Playing a CD- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You can listen to your CDs with various applications, such as Shu

Media Player, or Windows Media Center, and so on.You can listen to your music on the speakers or connect the headp

to the external headphone jack of your computer for private listen

Refer to Touch inductive panel and multi-media buttons o

convenient CD playing.

Warning:Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may

Watching TV and DVD- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

You can use audio/video entertainment platform Shuttle Center t

or DVD with an easy operation.

Watching TVConnect the TV signal cable to the TV-in jack on your computer

adapter, start the Shuttle Center.To start the Shuttle Center, clickStart -> All Programs -> ShuttleC

For more details see Helpmenu in Shuttle Center.

W t hi DVD


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Using the Integrated Camera - - - - - - - -

With the built-in camera, you can take photos or movies a

applications, such as EasyCapture, MSN or Yahoo! Messenger, and

Note:If you use Windows Vista, you need to install a separate t

application, because Vista does not include a program for taking p

the integrated camera.

Securing your computer- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

This section provides information about how to help protect you

and unauthorized use.

Attaching a Mechanical Lock (Optional)You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer to help p

removed without your permission.

Attach a mechanical lock to the keyhole of the computer; then se

lock to a stationary object. Refer to the instructions shipped with th

Refer to the Right-side view on page 5 for the location of the sec

Note:


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Make sure that only authorized individuals access your computer.

kinds of passwords requires that other possible users know the

order to access your computer or your data.

As many as three passwords might be needed for your com

password, the User password, and the Hard disk drive (HDD)

Supervisor password is set, only the Supervisor password entitles

computer.

Supervisor password

With a Supervisor password, you can get full control of the co

used as a power-on password if Password Check is set to Alw

enter the BIOS Setup Utility with a Supervisor password, you a

the options.

User password

If a User password is set and Password Checkis set to Alway

appears when you turn on the computer. Unauthorized users

configuration data. You can also use the User password to

Utility, but only a part of the options can be set. User passw

Supervisor password is not set.

Hard disk drive (HDD) passwords

Once an HDD password is set, you need to enter it to get access

can set the HDD password through Hard Disk Security Setti

Utility.

Note:If you set passwords through the BIOS Setup Utility and put you

mode by pressing Fn + F1, the following describes the behavior o

you bring it out of sleep mode:


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3 Select Set Supervisor Password, and press the Enter keyPassword window opens.

4 Choose your Supervisor password, which can be from one characters in any combination. Type it in the Enter New Pass

5 Press the Enterkey once to move to the Confirm New Passwpassword you just entered to verify it.

6 Commit your password to memory, and press the Enterkey.

7 Press F10to exit.

8 Select OKin the Setup Confirmation window.

Changing or Removing the Supervisor Password

To change the password, do the following:

1 Select Set Supervisor Password, and press the Enter key

Password window opens.2 Choose your Supervisor password, which can be from one

characters in any combination. Type it in the Enter New Pass



To remove the password, do the following:

1 Select Set Supervisor Password, and press the Enter key.

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3 Select Set User Password, and press the Enterkey. The Set Uopens.

4 Choose your user password, which can be from one tocharacters in any combination. Type it in the Enter New Pass



7 Press F10to exit.

8 Select OKin the Setup Confirmation window.

Changing or Removing the User Password

To change the password, do the following:

1 Select Set User Password, and press the Enterkey. The Set U

opens.2 Choose your user password, which can be from one to

characters in any combination. Type it in the Enter New Pass



To remove the password, do the following:

1 Select Clear User Password, and press the Enterkey.


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You need to set a master password and a user password bo

Password. Either of the passwords can be used to get access to

change or removal to the master password deletes the user passwo

To set a hard disk password:

Print these instructions.

1 Turn on your computer. Press F2, while the initial screen isSetup Utility screen opens.

2 Select Security, using the cursor directional keys.

3 Select Hard Disk Security Setting, and press the EnterSecurity screen opens.

4 Select Set Master and User Passwords, and press the EnterkUser Passwords window opens.

5 Choose an HDD master password, which can be from one

characters in any combination. Type it in the Set New Hard Dfield.

6 Press the Enter key once to move to the Confirm NewPassword field. Retype the password you just entered to veri

7 Choose an HDD user password, which can be from one t

characters in any combination. Type it in the Set New Hardfield.

8 Press the Enterkey once to move to the Confirm New Hardfield. Retype the password you just entered to verify it.


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Changing or Removing the HDD Passwords

To change or remove the HDD password, do as follows:

To change the HDD user password, select Change HDD User P

new password in the Enter New Password field, and retype

Confirm New Passwordfield.

To remove the HDD user password, select Change HDD Maste

the Enter New Passwordfield blank, and press the Enterkey tw

Note:Remove the HDD user password will disable your hard disk pa

To change the HDD master password, select Change HDD Menter the new password in the Enter New Passwordfield, and

the Confirm New Passwordfield.

Note:When you change the HDD master password, the HDD us

removed. To remove the HDD master password, select Change HDD M

leave the Enter New Passwordfield blank, and press the Enter

user and master passwords will be removed.

Installing Device Drivers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

A compatible device driver is a requirement to ensure co

performance of each component in your computer. Lenovo provi


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Using battery and AC adapter - - - - - -

When you need to use your computer away from electrical ou

battery power to keep your computer running. Different c

consume power at different rates. The more you use the power-i

the faster you consume battery power.

Your Computer BatteriesYour computer batteries enable you to do more, save more, a

unplugged. Mobility has revolutionized business by enabling yowherever you go. With your computer batteries, you will be able to

being tied to an electrical outlet.

Checking Battery Status

You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by uoptions.

To display the Battery icon in the taskbar, do as follows:

1 Right-click the taskbar, and then select Propertiesfrom the p

2 Click the Notification Areatab.

3 Under System icons, select the Powercheck box.The rate at which you use battery power determines how long you

your computer between charges. As each computer user has diffe

it is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will last. There a


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The AC adapter that comes with your computer has two basic com

1 The transformer pack that converts AC power for use with th

2 The power cord that plugs into the AC outlet and into the tra

Attention:Using an improper power cord could cause severe damage to you

To use the AC adapter, do the following. Be sure to take these step

they are given here.

1 Connect the power cord to the transformer pack.

2 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.

3 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the

You can check the status of your battery at any time by looking a

the bottom of your display.

Notes: When you do not use the AC adapter, disconnect it from the ele

Do not wrap the power cord tightly around the AC power tran

is connected to the transformer.

You can charge the battery when the AC adapter is connected

the battery is installed. You need to charge it in any of the follow

When you purchase a new battery

If the battery status indicator (amber) starts blinking

If the battery has not been used for a long time

Before you charge the battery, make sure that its temperature


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Note:To increase the life of the battery, the computer does not start rec

the remaining power is no less than 95 percent.

Handling the Battery Danger:Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack.

Attempting to do so can cause an explosion, or liquid leakage from

A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disa

battery pack is not covered by the warranty. Danger:If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is d

The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substanc

injury:

Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenov

Keep the battery pack away from fire.

Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain.

Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.

Do not short-circuit the battery pack.

Keep the battery pack away from children.

Danger:Do not put the battery pack in trash that is disposed of in landfil

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Chapter 3. Troubleshooting

Frequently Asked Questions - - - - - - - -

This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you can find details about each publication included in the package with your comput

Setup Poster.

What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer?

See the separate Safety and Warranty Guidefor detailed informati

How can I prevent problems with my computer?See Read This First on page ii, and also See Chapter 5. Safety

Information on page 42of this guide. More tips can be found in

What are the main hardware features of my new computer?More information can be found in Chapter 1 and 2.

Where can I find the detailed specifications for my computer?See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.

I need to upgrade a device orI need to replace one of the following: the

memory, or the keyboard.See Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) on page

My computer is not operating properly.Study the relevant information in Chapter 2.

Where are the recovery discs?Your computer did not come with a recovery disc. For an explanalternative recovery methods offered by Lenovo, see OneKey Rec

How can I contact the Customer Support Center?


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If you do not find your problem here,see Chapter 2. The following sectioproblems that might prevent you from accessing the comprehensive info

Display ProblemsWhen I turn on the computer, nothing appears on th

computer does not beep while starting up.

Note:If you are not sure whether you heard any beeps, turn off the comagain, and listen again. If you are using an external monitor, SProblems on page 35.

If a user password is set, press any key to display the user p

enter the correct password and press Enter.

If the user password prompt does not appear, the brightnes

minimum brightness. Adjust the brightness level by pressing

If the screen still remains blank, make sure that:

- The battery is installed correctly.

- The AC adapter is connected to the computer and the powe

a working electrical outlet.

- The computer power is on. (Press the Powerbutton again f

If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blan

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My screen goes blank while the computer is on.

Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Do oexit from the screen saver or to resume from sleep or hibernation

Touch the touch pad.

Press a key.

Press the Powerbutton.

A Password Problem

I forgot my password.

If you forgot your user password, you must take your co

authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the

If you forgot your HDD password, Lenovo authorized serv

password or recover data from the hard disk. You must tak

Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative t

drive replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be

service. If you forget your supervisor password, Lenovo authorized

your password. You must take your computer to a Lenovo au

marketing representative to have the system board replaced

required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.

Keyboard ProblemsA number appears when you enter a letter.

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The computer enters sleep mode (the sleep indicator tur

after Power-on self-test (POST).

Make sure that:

The battery is charged.

The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. Spage 57.

If the battery is charged and the temperature is within rangserviced.

The critical low-battery error message appears, a

immediately turns off.The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC adapter to thethe battery with a fully charged one.

The computer does not return from sleep mode, or the sl

on and the computer does not work.

If the computer does not return from sleep mode, it may hhibernation mode automatically because the battery is depleindicator.

If the sleep indicator is on, your computer is in sleep mode. Co

to the computer; then press any key or the powerbutton.

If the sleep indicator is off, your computer is in sleep/hibern

off state. Connect the AC adapter to the computer; then presresume operation.

If the system still does not return from sleep mode, yourresponding, and you cannot turn off the computer; reset the commay be lost To reset the computer press and hold the power b


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Computer Screen ProblemsThe screen is blank.

Do the following:

If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, anindicator is on (is blue), press Fn + to make the screen brig

If the Power indicator is in blinking blue, press any key or

resume from the sleep mode.

If you still have the problem, do the Solution in the following

is unreadable or distorted.

The screen is unreadable or distorted.

Make sure that:

The display device driver is installed correctly.

The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set.

The monitor type is correct.

To check these settings, do as follows:

1. Right-click on the desktop, and selectPersonalize from the pu

2. Click Display Settingsand check whether the screen resolu

are correctly set.

3. Click the Advanced Settingsbutton.

4. Click the Adapter tab.

5. Make sure that the correct device driver name is shown in th

window.

Note:Th d i d i d d th id hi th t h


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Incorrect characters appear on the screen.

Did you install the operating system or application program installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced.

Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen

on your computer.

This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology. Youcontains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number oor bright dots on the screen might exist all the time.

A message, Unable to create overlay window, appears w

DVD playback.-or-

You get poor or no playback while running video playbac

game applications.

Do either of the following:

If you are using 32-bit color mode, change the color depth to 1

If you are using a desktop size of 12801024 or larger, reduce

the color depth.

Sound ProblemsNo sound can be heard from the speaker even when the vo

Make sure that:

The Mute function is off.

The headphone jack is not used.

Speakers is selected as a playback device.


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Battery ProblemsThe battery cannot be fully charged by the power-off met

charge time for your computer.

For details,See Checking Battery Status in Chapter 2.

Your computer shuts down before the battery status indic

-or-

Your computer operates after the battery status indicator s

Discharge and recharge the battery.

The operating time for a fully charged battery is short.

For details,see Handling the Battery in Chapter 2.

The computer does not operate with a fully charged batter

The surge protector in the battery might be active. Turn off minute to reset the protector; then turn on the computer again.

The battery does not charge.

For details,see Handling the Battery in Chapter 2.

A Hard Disk Drive ProblemThe hard disk drive does not work.

In the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hardin the Boot Sequence correctly.


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Other ProblemsYour computer does not respond.

To turn off your computer, press and hold the Powerbutton

If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapte

Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode dur

operation. Disable the sleep timer when you are working on th

The computer does not start from a device you want.

See the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup Utility. Make sure that ththe BIOS Setup Utility is set so that the computer starts from the

Also make sure that the device from which the computer starts menu in the BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the device is Device Priority list.

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Chapter 4. Getting Help and S

Getting Help and Service - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want moLenovo computers, you will find a wide variety of sources avai

assist you. This section contains information about where information about Lenovo computers, what to do if you experienccomputer, and whom to call for service should it be necessary.

Microsoft Service Packs are the latest software source for WindThey are available by means of a Web download (connection chfrom a disc. For more specific information and links, go to the

http://www.microsoft.com. Lenovo offers Up and Running tecinstallation of, or questions related to, Service Packs for youMicrosoft Windows product.

Getting Help on the Web - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

The Lenovo Web site on the World Wide Web has up-to-date infocomputers and support. The address for the Lenovo home page ishttp://consumersupport.lenovo.com.

You can find support information for your Lenovo IdeaPad compuhttp://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Research this Web site to

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Chapter 4

Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might

required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if

will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that app

The following items are not covered:

Replacement or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenoparts

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 (NO

Installation and maintenance of application programs

To determine if your Lenovo hardware product is under wawarranty expires, go to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com, andfollow the instructions on the screen.

Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for a full explanationterms. Be sure to retain your proof of purchase to obtain warranty

If possible, be near your computer when you make your call assistance representative needs to help you resolve a computer pthat you have downloaded the most current drivers and system uinformation before you call. When calling for technical assistafollowing information available:

Machine Type and Model

Serial numbers of your computer, monitor, and other compon

purchase

Description of the problem

H d d ft fi ti i f ti f t

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Chapter 4. Getting Help and Service

Getting Help around the World- - - -

If you travel with your computer or relocate it to a country where type is sold, your computer might be eligible for International Wa

automatically entitles you to obtain warranty service throughoutService will be performed by service providers authorized to perfo

Service methods and procedures vary by country, and some savailable in all countries. Service centers in certain countries mighall models of a particular machine type. In some countries, fees aapply at the time of service.

To determine whether your computer is eligible for International to view a list of the countries where service is available, go tohttp://consumersupport.lenovo.com, click Warranty, and follow screen.

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Chapter 5. Safety, Use, and Care Info

Caring Your Computer- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Though your computer is designed to function reliably in normayou need to use common sense in handling it. By following thes

will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer.

Be Careful about Where and How You Work Do not leave the base of your computer, or any other part tha

operation, in contact with your lap or any part of your body fo

when the computer is functioning or when the battery is chadissipates some heat during normal operation. This heat is a fu

system activity and battery charge level. Extended contact w

through clothing, could cause discomfort or, eventually, a skin b

When the AC adapter is connected to an electrical outlet an

generates heat. Do not place the adapter in contact with any pa

using it. Never use the AC adapter to warm your body. Extend

body, even through clothing, may cause a skin burn.

Route the cables of an AC adapter, a mouse, a keyboard, a

electronic device, or communication lines, so that they cannot b

over, pinched by your computer or other objects, or in any way

that could disturb the operation of your computer. Applying str

may damage or break them.

Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep

from water (to avoid the danger of electrical shock).

Store packing materials safely out of the reach of children t

suffocation from plastic bags

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Chapter 5. Safety, Use, and Care Information

from your body or clothing to the computer, it poses the sam

malfunction.

Your computer is designed and manufactured to minimize any

charge. An electrostatic charge above a certain limit, however, c

ESD. Therefore, when using the computer close to an applia

negative ions, give special attention to the following:

- Avoid directly exposing your computer to the air from an applinegative ions.

- Keep your computer and peripherals as far as possible from su

- Wherever possible, ground your computer to facilitate safe ele

Note:Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge.

Be Gentle with Your Computer Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the displa

under the keyboard.

Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place h

computer, display, or external devices.

Carry Your Computer Properly Before moving your computer, be sure to remove any med

devices, and disconnect cords and cables.

Be sure your computer is in sleep or hibernation mode, or turned

This will prevent damage to the hard disk drive and data loss.

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Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly If your computer comes with an optical drive, do not touch the s

lens on the tray.

Wait until you hear the CD or DVD click into the center piv

before closing the tray. When installing your hard disk, follow the instructions shipped

and apply pressure only where needed on the device.

Take Care in Setting Passwords

Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard dauthorized service providers will not reset it, and you might

system board or hard disk drive.

Other Important Tips Your computer modem might use only an analog telephone

switched telephone network (PSTN). Do not connect the mod

branch exchange) or any other digital telephone extension lin

damage your modem. Analog phone lines are often used in

phone lines are often used in hotels or office buildings. If you ar

of phone line you are using, contact your telephone company.

Your computer might have both an Ethernet connector and a m

be sure to connect your communication cable to the correct one

not damaged.

Register your Lenovo products with Lenovo (refer to the Web p

http://consumersupport.lenovo.com). This can help authorities


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C apte 5 Sa ety, U

Cleaning Your Computer Keyboard1 Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a soft, dust-free c

2 Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth. Wipe the keys onseveral keys at a time, the cloth may hook onto an adjac

damage it. Make sure that no liquid drips onto or between th

3 Allow to dry.

4 To remove any crumbs and dust from beneath the keys, yblower with a brush or cool air from a hair drier.

Note:Avoid spraying cleaner directly on the display or the keyboa

Cleaning Your Computer Display1 Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you

on your display, it might be a stain transferred from the key

was pressed from the outside.

2 Wipe or dust the stain gently with a soft, dry cloth.

3 If the stain remains, moisten a soft, lint-free cloth with waterisopropyl alcohol and water that does not contain impurities

4 Wring out as much of the liquid as you can.

5 Wipe the display again; do not let any liquid drip into the com

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Accessibility and Comfort - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

As your computer enables you to work in so many places, it is impattentive to good posture, good lighting, and proper seatin

considerations in mind, you can improve performance and achLenovo is committed to providing the latest information and technowith disabilities.

Ergonomic Information

Working in the virtual office may mean adapting to frequeenvironment. Following some simple rules will make things easmaximum benefits of your computer. Keeping in mind such basicproper seating, for example, can help you improve your perfgreater comfort.

Note:This example shows someone in a conventional setting. Even if less conventional setting, many of the tips in this section still

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General Posture: Below are some general recommendations foworking posture. It is best to periodically make minor modificatposture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods oposition. Frequent, short breaks from your work will also help discomfort associated with your working posture.

Display:Position the display to maintain a comfortable viewing d(20-30 inches). Avoid glare or reflections on the display from outside sources of light. Keep the display screen clean and set ththat enable you to see the screen clearly. Press Fn + up/down ar

brightness.

Head Position: Keep your head and neck in a comfortable andupright) position.

Chair:Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat hchair adjustments to best suit your desired posture.

Arm and Hand Position:If available, utilize chair arm rests or an surface to provide weight support for your arms. Keep your forearin a relaxed and neutral (horizontal) position. Type with a soft touthe keys.

Leg Position:Keep your thighs parallel to the floor and your feet ffootrest.

What If You are Traveling?It may not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices wh

computer while on the move or in a casual setting. Regardlessobserve as many of the tips as possible. Sitting properly and usingexample, will help you maintain desirable levels of comfort and pe



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Maintenance- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

An important part of owning your computer is maintenance. Withavoid common problems. The following sections provide informa

to keep your computer running smoothly.

General Tips for Maintenance1 Check the capacity of your hard disk drive from time to time

gets too full, Windowswill slow down and might produce

Note:You can check the capacity of each hard disk drive as follows

1.Click Start and select Computer from the start menu.

2.Right-click the hard-disk you want to check.

3.Select Propertiesfrom the pull down menu.

4.Check the capacity of the hard disk drive.

5.Click the OKbutton to close the properties window.

2 Empty your recycle bin on a regular basis.

3 Use Diskeeper Lite or the Microsoft Disk Defragmenter on yoa regular basis to improve data seek and read time. To start thclick Start -> All Programs -> Accessories -> System Tools -

To free up disk space, uninstall unused application programs.

Note:You might also want to look for application program duplic

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Update device drivers and BIOS when needed.

Profile your machine at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com to

current drivers and revisions.

Keep up to date on device drivers on other non-Lenovo hardwa

read the device driver information release notes prior to updatin

known issues.

Keep a log book. Entries might include major hardware or sof

updates, minor issues you have experienced and how you resolv

If you ever need to run a recovery operation on your computer

of the hard disk to the factory-installed state, the following tips

way:

Remove all external devices such as the printer, keyboar

Make sure that the battery is charged and that you have

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 recovery media, do

from the drive until you are prompted to do so.

If required, you can find your country's Customer Support C

Web address: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.

When calling the Customer Support Center, please make sure y

type, model, and serial number available and the computer is in

the machine is producing error codes, it is helpful to have the message written down.

Device drivers are programs that contain instructions for the operahow to operate or drive a certain piece of hardware Each hardw

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This Appendix provides information regarding the warranty periowarranty service applicable to your Lenovo hardware product in yFor the terms and conditions of the Statement of Limited Warrantycomputer, see Chapter 3, Warranty Information in the Safety and Wincluded with your computer.

Warranty Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Product or

Machine

Type

Country or Region of

Purchase

Warranty Period

Notebook:15303

Indonesia, Malaysia,

Singapore, Thailand,

Philippines, Vietnam,

China (Hong Kong

S.A.R.), China (MacauS.A.R.) Parts and Labor

1 year

Battery pack -

1 year

United States of

America

South Africa

Notebook:

7758India

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Types of Warranty Service

1 Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) Service

Under CRU Service, your Service Provider will ship CRUs to you fCRUs are easy to install whereas others may require some technicainformation and replacement instructions are shipped with your pavailable from Lenovo at any time upon request. You may requestProvider install some CRUs under one of the other types of warranfor your product. Installation of external CRUs (such as mice, keybyour responsibility. Lenovo specifies in the materials shipped withwhether the defective CRU must be returned. When return is requinstructions, a prepaid return shipping label, and a container are inreplacement CRU, and 2) you may be charged for the replacementProvider does not receive the defective CRU within thirty (30) daysreplacement.

2 On-site Service

Under On-site Service, your Service Provider will either repair or eat your location. You must provide a suitable working area to allowreassembly of the Lenovo product. For some products, certain repService Provider to send the product to a designated service center

3 Courier or Depot Service

Under Courier or Depot Service, your product will be repaired or designated service center, with shipping arranged by your Service

responsible for disconnecting the product. A shipping container wfor you to return your product to a designated service center. A couproduct and deliver it to the designated service center. Following ithe service center will arrange the return delivery of the product to

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Lenovo Warranty Service Teleph

Numbers -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Warranty Service Telephone Numbers

The phone numbers provided below are correct as of the time of prto change without notice. For the latest warranty service contact tecountry please contact Lenovo, or your reseller in your country.

Singapore 800 6012 047

Malaysia 1800 18 2388

Thailand 1800 06 0087

Indonesia 001 803 0601 2003

Philippines 1800 111 00724

Vietnam 1800 1528

India Toll free 1800 113324

Alternate No. 011-26388288SMS 9900173324

Hong Kong (852) 2825-6580

Macau (853) 2871-5399

United States 1-877-453-6686

France 0826-536-686

South Africa 0861-536-686

Additionally, you can find support information, and updates, inclunumbers for unlisted countries on the Lenovo Web site located at:htt // t l

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Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that can breplaced by the customer. There are two types of CRUs: internalanCRUs are easy to install, whereas internal CRUs require some techsome cases might require tools such as a screwdriver. However, boexternal CRUs are safe for removal by the customer.

Customers are responsible for replacing all external CRUs. Internaremoved and installed by customers or by a Lenovo service techniwarranty period.

Your computer contains the following types of external CRUs:

External CRUs (pluggable):These CRUs unplug from the comthese types of CRUs include the AC adapter and power cord.

External CRUs with latches:These CRUs include a latch to helreplace the part. Examples of these types of CRUs include the nan optical drive, a hard-disk drive, and an extended battery.

Your computer contains the following types of internal CRUs:

Internal CRUs (located behind an access panel):These CRUs awithin the computer that are concealed by an access panel that ieither one or two screws. Once the access panel is removed, onl

visible. Examples of these types of CRUs include memory moddrives.

Internal CRUs (located within the product):These CRUs are aopening the computers outer case. Examples of these CRUs incMini Cards and the integrated keyboard.

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Features ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Processor See the system properties of your

this as follows: Click Start, right-c

the pull down menu select Prope

Memory Double data rate (DDR) synchron

access memory (DRAM) II

Storage device 2.5-inch hard disk drive

Display - Color display with TFT technolog

* Polymethyl methacrylate (PMM

specific models.

Size: 15.4 inch (Wide screen)

Resolution: 1280 800

Keyboard 84-key

Fn key function

Touch pad

Volume control buttons

Touch inductive panel

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ExpressCard slot 54 mm ExpressCard (new card)

Optical drive CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW/DVD

DVD Recordable depending on the m

Wireless features Wireless LAN (Specific models only)

Bluetooth (Specific models only)

Wireless device switch

Camera Integrated camera (Specific models on

Digital media reader 6-in-1 (SD card, Multi-media Card, M

Picture Card, Memory Stick Pro, SD p

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Specifications --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Size Width: apprx. 360 mm

Depth: apprx. 262 mm

Height: apprx. 29.2 to 34.2 mm (36.2 m

Environment Maximum altitude without pressurizati

Temperature

At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft)

Operating with no optical disc

35C (41 to 95F)

Operating with an optical disc

35C (50 to 95F)

Storage: 0 to 50C (32 to 122F At altitudes above 2438 m (8000 ft

Maximum operating temperatu

Note:When you charge the battery pack, itsat least 10C (50F).

Relative humidity:

Operating with no optical disc in t

O ti ith ti l di i t

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Notices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed icountries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for informatio

services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovor service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo pservice may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, programnot infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used inthe users responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of anyprogram, or service.

Lenovo may have patents or pending patent applications covering

described in this document. The furnishing of this document doeslicense to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing,

Lenovo (United States), Inc.1009 Think Place - Building One

Morrisville, NC 27560U.S.A.

Attention: Lenovo Director of Licensing

LENOVO PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS WITHOUT WKIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANFITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some jurisdictions do of express or implied warranties in certain transactions, therefore, not apply to you.

This information could include technical inaccuracies or typographare periodically made to the information herein; these changes wilnew editions of the publication. Lenovo may make improvements product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this publication at notice

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The products described in this document are not intended for use other life support applications where malfunction may result in inpersons. The information contained in this document does not affeproduct specifications or warranties. Nothing in this document shexpress or implied license or indemnity under the intellectual propor third parties. All information contained in this document was o

environments and is presented as an illustration. The result obtainenvironments may vary.

Lenovo may use or distribute any of the information you supply inappropriate without incurring any obligation to you.

Any references in this publication to non-Lenovo Web sites are proconvenience only and do not in any manner serve as an endorseme

The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for thand use of those Web sites is at your own risk.

Any performance data contained herein was determined in a contrTherefore, the result obtained in other operating environments maSome measurements may have been made on development-level syguarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated throu

Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify thetheir specific environment.

Television output noticeThe following notice applies to models that have the factory-instal

feature.This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyrightechnology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended foli it d i i l l th i th i d b M


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Wireless related information- - - - - - - - -

Wireless Interoperability

Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is designed to be interoperaLAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DComplementary Code Keying (CCK), and/or Orthogonal FrequenMultiplexing (OFDM) radio technology, and is compliant to:

The IEEE 802.11a/b/g Standard on Wireless LANs, as defined Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

The Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) certification as defined by the Wi-F

BluetoothDaughter Card is designed to be interoperable with anyis compliant to BluetoothSpecification 2.0 + EDR as defined by theFollowing profiles are supported by BluetoothDaughter Card:

Generic Access

Service Discovery

Serial Port

Dial-up Networking

FAX

LAN Access using PPP

Personal Area Network

Generic Object Exchange

Generic Object Push

File Transfer

Synchronization

Audio Gateway

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Usage Environment and Your HealthWireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card and BluetoothDaughter Cardelectromagnetic energy like other radio devices. However, the levefar much less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wirelessexample mobile phones.

Due to the fact that Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card and Blueoperate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety stanrecommendations, Lenovo believes the integrated wireless cards aconsumers. These standards and recommendations reflect the conscommunity and result from deliberations of panels and committeecontinually review and interpret the extensive research literature.

In some situation or environment, the use of Wireless LAN PCI ExBluetoothDaughter Card may be restricted by the proprietor of theresponsible representatives of the organization. These situations minclude:

Using the integrated wireless cards on board of airplanes, or in

In any other environment where the risk of interference to otherperceived or identified as harmful.

If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wirelesorganization (e.g., airport or hospital), you are encouraged to ask fuse Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card or BluetoothDaughter Cathe computer.


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Electronic Emissions Notices - - - - - -

The following information refers to IdeaPad Y510, machine type 1

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) StatemThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limidevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are desireasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential equipment generates, used, and can radiate radio frequency energand used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful i

communications. However, there is no guarantee the interference particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interftelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the equiuser is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or moremeasures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different fromreceiver is connected.

Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be usFCC emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available frodealers. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interf

using other than recommended cables or connectors or by unauthmodifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modificusers authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is su

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Responsible party:Lenovo (United States) Incorporated1009 Think Place - Building OneMorrisville, NC 27650U.S.A.Telephone: (919) 294-5900

Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance State

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis de conformit la rglementation dIndustrie CCet appareil numrique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 d

European Union EMC Directive Conformance StatemThis product is in conformity with the protection requirements of 2004/108/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member Staelectromagnetic compatibility. Lenovo cannot accept responsibilitysatisfy the protection requirements resulting from a nonrecommenthe product, including the fitting of non-Lenovo option cards.

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22/Europ55022. The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical reenvironments to provide reasonable protection against interferenccommunication devices.


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Japanese VCCI Class B Statement

Japanese compliance for products less than or equal to 20A per ph

Lenovo product service informatfor Taiwan- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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EU WEEE Statements- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) mark applwithin the European Union (EU) and Norway. Appliances are labe

with European Directive 2002/96/EC concerning waste electrical equipment (WEEE). The Directive determines the framework for trecycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the Europeaapplied to various products to indicate that the product is not to brather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive.

Users of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) with the WEEE mof the WEEE Directive must not dispose of end of life EEE as unso

but use the collection framework available to them for the return, WEEE and minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environmedue to the presence of hazardous substances. For additional WEEEhttp://consumersupport.lenovo.com.

Japan Recycling Statements - - - - - - - -

Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Comput

If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo cthat is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance

Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources. Computers and mcategorized as industrial waste and should be properly disposed owaste disposal contractor certified by a local government. In accorfor Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources, Lenovo Japan PC C ll ti d R li S i f th ll ti d


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Disposing of a Lenovo Computer ComponentsSome Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have componheavy metals or other environmental sensitive substances. To propdisused components, such as a printed circuit board or drive, use tabove for collecting and recycling a disused computer or monitor.

Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo NoteYour Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack orhydride battery pack. If you are a company employee who uses a computer and need to dispose of a battery pack, contact the propesales, service, or marketing, and follow that persons instructions.

the instructions atwww.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/batteryhttp://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery

If you use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispyou must comply with local ordinances and regulations. You also instructions at

www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/batteryhttp://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery

Notice for Users in the U.S.A.- - - - - - -

California Perchlorate Information:

Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell battperchlorate.

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Notice on Deleting Data from YouDisk - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

As computers spread into every corner of life, they process more aThe data on your computer, some of it sensitive, is stored on a storhard disk. Before you dispose of, sell, or hand over your computerthat data.

Handing your computer over to someone else without deleting thesuch as operating systems and application software, may even vioAgreements. You are advised to check the terms and conditions of

Deleting the data from the hard disk is not easy.

There are methods that seem to delete the data:

Move the data to the recycle bin, and then choose the Empty re

Use the Delete command.

Format your hard disk, using the software for initializing it.

Using the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk bstate.

These operations, however, only change the file allocation of the dthe data itself. In other words, the data retrieval processing is disaoperating system such as Windows. The data is still there, even tholost. Thus, it is sometimes possible to read the data by use of specirecovery. There is a risk that people of bad faith may read and misu

hard disks for unexpected purposes.To prevent the leakage of data, it becomes very important that youfor deleting all the data from the hard disk when you dispose of, scomputer. You can destroy the data physically by smashing the ha


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Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed icountries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for informatioservices currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovor service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo pservice may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, programnot infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used in

the users responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of anyprogram, or service.

Lenovo may have patents or pending patent applications coveringdescribed in this document. The furnishing of this document doeslicense to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing,

Lenovo (United States), Inc.

500 Park Offices Drive, Hwy. 54

Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

U.S.A.

Attention: Lenovo Director of Licensing

LENOVO GROUP LTD. PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION AS IS

WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INNOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRMERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPO

jurisdictions do not allow disclaimer of express or implied warrantransactions, therefore, this statement may not apply to you.

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A

AC adapterJack................................................................ 3Using........................................................... 28

BBattery

Charging..................................................... 29Bluetooth

Interoperability .......................................... 60Switches................................................ 10, 15Usage Environment ................................... 61

C

Camera ...................................................... 2, 15, 22Caring Your Computer ....................................... 42CD

Playing........................................................ 21

CIR port ............................................................... 10Cleaning

Computer Cover ........................................ 45Computer Display...................................... 46Computer Keyboard .................................. 46

CPUCompartment ............................................... 8

Customer Replaceable Unit (CRU) parts list .....54

Customer Support Center................................... 39

D

H

Hard Disk DriveCompartment........Problems ...............

Headphone/SPDIF Jack

Help Customer Support Help and Service...on the Web ............

Hibernation Mode Probl

I

IEEE 1394 connector ......Indicators.........................

K

KeyboardCleaning ................

Problems ...............Using .....................

L

LAN port........................

MMaintenance...................Memory

Compartment

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O

Optical drive.......................................................... 6

P

PasswordProblems ..................................................... 33Using ..........................................................22

Power button................................................... 2, 11Problems

Battery ........................................................37Computer Screen........................................ 35Display .......................................................32

Hard Disk Drive......................................... 37Hibernation Mode...................................... 33Keyboard .................................................... 33Password .................................................... 33Sleep Mode ................................................. 33Sound.......................................................... 36Startup ........................................................ 37

R

Read This First ...................................................... ii

S

Security................................................................ 22Security keyhole.................................................... 6Speaker .................................................................. 2Specifications....................................................... 57Storage Media

U

USB port ....................

V

VGA port...................Volume button ..........

W

Warranty InformationWeb

Help..................Wireless LANAntennas ..........Card..................InteroperabilitySwitches ..........Usage Environm


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