Lenovo G405 Notebook User Manual

Lenovo G400/G500G405/G505G410/G510Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.©Lenovo China 2013en-U

6Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerFunction key combinationsThrough the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly.

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer7Left-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

8Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting USB devicesYou can connect a USB device to your computer by inserting its USB plug (Type A) into

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer9 Connecting a Bluetooth deviceIf your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it can connect to a

10Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerRight-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer11Front view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

12Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory card:• Secure Digit

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer13Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

14Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1Configuring the operating system for the first time - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.115The charms - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Second Edition (August 2013)© Copyright Lenovo 2013. Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first.The

16Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Share charmThe Share charm lets you send links, photos, and more to your friends and social networks without

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.117Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

18Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Shutting down the computerIf you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down.To shut do

Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.119Connecting to a wireless network - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ena

20Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1Help and support - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

21Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery systemThe Lenovo OneKey Recovery system is software designed to back up and restore your computer. You can use it

22Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery systemIf Windows cannot be started, then follow the steps below to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system:1Shut d

23Chapter 4. TroubleshootingFrequently asked questions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

24Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Lenovo OneKey Recovery systemWhere are the recovery discs?Your computer did not come with recovery discs. Use the Lenovo

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting25When do I need to change the boot mode? The default boot mode for your computer is UEFI mode. If you need to install a leg

iChapter 1. Getting to know your computer ...1Top view...

26Chapter 4. TroubleshootingTroubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting27BIOS password problemsI forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you must ask the system administrator to r

28Chapter 4. TroubleshootingThe computer does not return from sleep mode, and the computer does not work.• If your computer is in sleep mode, connect

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting29Sound problemsNo sound can be heard from the speaker even when the volume is turned up.• Make sure that:- The Mute functio

30Chapter 4. TroubleshootingOther problemsYour computer does not respond.• To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or

31Appendix. CRU instructionsReplacing the battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

32Appendix. CRU instructionsReplacing the hard disk drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Appendix. CRU instructions33To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:1Turn off the computer, then disconnect the AC power adapter and all cabl

34Appendix. CRU instructions5Remove the frame fixing screws .6Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow .cccdd

Appendix. CRU instructions357Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame .8Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk

36Appendix. CRU instructionsReplacing memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Appendix. CRU instructions376If two DDR3L SDRAMs are already installed in the memory slot, remove one of them to make room for the new one by pressing

38Appendix. CRU instructionsTo make sure that the DDR3L SDRAM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1Turn the computer on. 2Hold Fn + F2 during start

Appendix. CRU instructions39Removing the optical drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

40Appendix. CRU instructionsThe following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer, and informs you of where to fi

41TrademarksThe following terms are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both.LenovoOneKeyMicrosoft

Lenovo G400/G500G405/G505G410/G510Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.©Lenovo China 2013en-U

1Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerTop view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

2Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer G500/G505/G510Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from outside.Attention:• Do not open

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer3Integrated cameraUse the camera for video communication.Wireless antennasConnect to the wireless adapter to r

4Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the keyboard Your computer has number keys and function keys and may also have anumeric keypad (G500/

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer5 Keyboard function keysYou can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate function k