Lenovo G550 Notebook User Manual

User Guide V2.0G450/G550New World. New Thinking.TMwww.lenovo.com©Lenovo China 2009P/N: 147002768-2.1Printed in China

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92Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory noticeFor model: 533AN_MMW Notice for users in SingaporeFor model: BCM92046For model: 512AN_MMWFor model: BCM94312MCG

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice93OPERATING CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH THE RADIOCOMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT ARE EXEMPTED FROM LICENSING To maximize freque

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96Appendix G. Features and specificationsModel Name: Lenovo G450 Machine Type • 20022, 2949Lenovo G550 • 20023, 2958Note:Information of the specificat

97Trademarks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

98IndexAC adapterJack...5Using...

Index99PasswordProblems...26Using ...17Power

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer3Integrated camera (specific models only)Use the camera for video communication.Wireless module antennas (spec

4Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerLeft-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer5Right-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

6Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerFront view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer7Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

8Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Lenovo G450Battery latch - manualThe manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place

9Chapter 2. Learning the basicsFirst use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

10Chapter 2. Learning the basics Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down When you finish working with your computer, you can put i

Chapter 2. Learning the basics11Using AC adapter and battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

G450/550 User Guide V2.0 cover_2-3Second Edition (July 2009)• Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows Vista®. If you are

12Chapter 2. Learning the basics Handling the batteryIf the rechargeable battery pack is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of an e

Chapter 2. Learning the basics13Using the keyboard - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

14Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinationsThrough the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use

Chapter 2. Learning the basics15Special keys and buttons - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

16Chapter 2. Learning the basicsSystem status indicators - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Learning the basics17Securing your computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

18Chapter 2. Learning the basicsConnecting external devices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Learning the basics19Inserting an ExpressCard/34 device1Push the dummy card until you hear a click. Gently pull the dummy card out of the E

20Chapter 2. Learning the basicsTo send files from the computer to the paired device1Open Bluetooth File Transfer Wizard from Accessories of All progr

21Chapter 3. Using the computer networkAs a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, informati

Respective UsersDear user,Thanks for purchasing Lenovo notebook! Before using this product, please make sure to read this User Guide carefully.We are

22Chapter 3. Using the computer networkWireless connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

23Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue SystemOneKey Rescue System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

24Chapter 5. TroubleshootingFrequently asked questions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting25What can I do if the backup process fails?If you can start the backup feature without a problem, but it fails during the b

26Chapter 5. TroubleshootingTroubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting27Sleep or hibernation problemsThe computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly.•If the processor overheats, the computer automat

28Chapter 5. TroubleshootingSound problemsNo sound can be heard from the speaker even when the volume is turned up.• Make sure that:- The Mute functio

Chapter 5. Troubleshooting29Other problemsYour computer does not respond.•To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or

30Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devicesReplacing the battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices31Replacing the hard disk drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Explanation of hard disk capacityDear user,While using your computer, you may find that the nominal hard disk capacity indicated is somewhat different

32Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices6Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow .7Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame .8

Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices33Replacing memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

34Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices6If two SO-DIMMs are already installed in the memory slot, remove one of them to makeroom for the new one

Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices35To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1Turn the computer on. 2Hold F2 duri

36Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devicesThe following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computerand tells where

37Appendix A. Getting help and serviceIf you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about Lenovo computers, you will

38Appendix A. Getting help and serviceTo determine if your Lenovo hardware product is under warranty and when the warranty expires, go to http://consu

Appendix A. Getting help and service39Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

40Appendix B. Use, and care informationCaring your computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Appendix B. Use, and care information41- Whenever possible, remove the static-sensitive part from the static-protective packagingand install the part

iContentsImportant safety information...iiImportant safety information ...iiChapter 1. Getting to know your com

42Appendix B. Use, and care information Data safety• Do not delete unknown files or change the name of files or directories that were not created by

Appendix B. Use, and care information43Accessibility and comfort - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

44Appendix B. Use, and care informationMaintenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Appendix B. Use, and care information45 Cleaning the cover of your computerOccasionally clean your computer as follows:1Prepare a mixture of a gentle

46Appendix C. Lenovo limited warrantyThis Lenovo Limited Warranty applies only to Lenovo branded hardware products you purchased for your own use and

Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty47Some problems can be resolved with a replacement part that you can install yourself called a “Customer Replaceabl

48Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Use of personal informationIf you obtain service under this warranty, Lenovo will store, use and process inform

Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty49This limit also applies to Lenovo’s suppliers, resellers, and your Service Provider. It is the maximum amount for

50Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Lenovo Turkey addressLENOVO TECHNOLOGY B.V. TURKIYE ISTANBUL SUBESI Beybi Giz Plaza, Dereboyu cad., Meydan Sok.

Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty51If required, your Service Provider will provide repair or exchange service depending on the type of warranty serv

iiImportant safety informationImportant safety information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

52Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty5 Product Exchange ServiceUnder Product Exchange Service, Lenovo will ship a replacement product to your location

53Appendix D. Customer replaceable units (CRUs)Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer.

54Appendix E. NoticesNotices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Appendix E. Notices55Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment. Therefore, the result obtained in other operati

56Appendix E. NoticesENERGY STAR model information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Appendix E. Notices57Wireless related information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

58Appendix E. Notices Usage environment and your healthWireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card and Bluetooth Daughter Card emit radio frequency electromag

Appendix E. Notices596The Mobile Broadband module embedded in your computer does not support voice calls, hence their use for essential communications

60Appendix E. Notices Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance StatementThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Avis de c

Appendix E. Notices61 European Union Compliance Statement Class B ComplianceEuropean Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directiv

Important safety informationiiiKeep a good ventilation of the computer and other parts. Danger:• Placing the working computer or other parts on a bed,

62Appendix E. Notices Japan Compliance Statement for Power line HarmonicsA statement of compliance to the IEC 61000-3-2 harmonics standard is require

Appendix E. Notices63EU WEEE statements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

64Appendix E. Notices Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook ComputersYour Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or

65Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory noticeLenovo regulatory notice - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

66Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory noticeii) FCC ID of wireless module:There is no FCC ID for Mini PCI Express Card shown on the enclosure of your Lenovo

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice67III. Simultaneous use of RF transmitters Your Lenovo computer is approved for simultaneous use of the transmitte

68Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory noticeWhen you use the models 512AN_MMW, 533AN_MMW*:• The devices for the band 5150–5250 MHz are only for indoor usage

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice69Les périphériques d’émission sont conçus pour fonctionner avec des antennes intégrées aux Lenovo et ayant un gai

70Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.• Con

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice71 Europe — EU Declaration of ConformityProducts intended for sale within the European Union are marked with the

ivImportant safety informationDo not drop, bump, scratch, hit or place heavy objects on the liquid crystal display (LCD) of your computer.Attention:•

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Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice73For model: 512AN_MMWLenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 73 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM

74Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory noticeFor model: 533AN_MMWLenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 74 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice75For model: BCM94312MCGLenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 75 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM

76Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory noticeFor model: BCM92046 HON HAI Precision IND.CO.,LTD. Headquarters: 5F-1, 5 Hsin-An Road, Hsinchu

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice77 Notice for users in FrenchConsignes destinées aux utilisateurs d’une carte mini-PCI Express pour réseaulocal s

78Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Notice for users in SpanishAviso para los usuarios de una Tarjeta Mini PCI de LAN inalámbrica Restricción de b

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice79 Notice for users in GreekΣημείωση για χρήστες Mini PCI Express Card ασύρματου LAN, προεγκατεστημένης από τη Le

80Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Notice for users in SwedishMeddelande till användare av ett Mini PCI ExpressCard-kort för trådlöst nätverk som

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice81 Notice for users in IcelandicTilkynning til notenda Mini PCI Express netkorts fyrir þráðlaus staðarnet, forupp

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

82Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Notice for users in MalteseAvviż għall-utenti ta' Wireless LAN Mini PCI Express Card, installata minn qab

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice83 Notice for users in PakistanFor model: BCM92046, BCM94312MCG, 512AG_MMWPakistan Telecommunication Authority (P

84Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Notice for users in BrazilLenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 84 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice85 Notice for users in Saudi ArabiaFor model: 512AN_MMWLenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 85 Wednesday, Septe

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Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice87For model: BCM94312MCGLenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 87 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM

88Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory noticeFor model: BCM92046Lenovo G450-550 UG V2.0_en.book Page 88 Wednesday, September 2, 2009 9:29 AM

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice89 Notice for users in UAE For models: BCM94312MCG, 512AN_MMW, 533AN_MMW, and BCM92046Telecommunications Regulato

90Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Notice for users in IndiaFor model: BCM92046ETA-124/2008For model: BCM94312MCGETA-145/2007For model: 512AN_MMW

Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice91 Notice for users in MalaysiaFor model: BCM92046Complies with SIRIMRegistration number: SQASI/NA/08/0861For mod