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1Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your ComputerTop View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

91Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care InformationCaring Your Computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information92 Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep yourcomputer away from water (to avoid

93Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information- Wherever possible, ground your computer to facilitate safeelectrostatic discharge.Note:Not all such ap

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information94 Be Gentle with Your Computer Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and thek

95Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information When you leave the computer in your car, place it on the back seat toavoid being insolated. Carry the

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information96 Take Care in Setting Passwords Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard diskpasswo

97Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Turn off your computer if you are replacing a device, or else verify thatthe device is warm- or hot-sw

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information985 Wipe the surface to remove the detergent.6 Rinse the sponge with clean running water.7 Wipe the cover

99Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Cleaning Your Computer Display1 Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you see a

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information100 Ergonomic Information Working in the virtual office may mean adapting to frequent changes inyour envi

Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer2Integrated camera ... 25Wireless LAN

101Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care InformationGeneral Posture: Below are some general recommendations for assuming ahealthy working posture. It is be

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information102 What If You are Traveling? It may not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices when youare

103Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information General Tips for Maintenance 1 Check the capacity of your hard disk drive from time to time. If theha

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information104 At least once a week, make a point to back up your data. If critical data ispresent, it is a good ide

105Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Turn off the computer and start the recovery process. If your computer uses discs as the recovery me

106Appendix A. Lenovo Limited WarrantyThis Lenovo Limited Warranty applies only to Lenovo hardware products you purchased for your own use and not for

107Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty How to Obtain Warranty ServiceIf the product does not function as warranted during the warranty period,you may

Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty108Provider will arrange for service under the type of warranty servicedesignated for the product under the section

109Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty Your Additional ResponsibilitiesWhere applicable, before service is provided, you agree to: 1. follow the serv

Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty110 What This Warranty Does not CoverThis warranty does not cover the following:  uninterrupted or error-free op

3Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your ComputerLeft-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

111Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warrantyproduct. You should remove and/or backup all such information from theproduct prior to its service or return.Cir

Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty112 Dispute ResolutionIf you acquired the product in Cambodia, Indonesia, Philippines,Vietnam or Sri Lanka, disput

113Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty European Economic Area (EEA)Customers in the EEA may contact Lenovo at the following address:Lenovo Warranty &

Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty114Warranty Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

115Appendix A. Lenovo Limited WarrantyA warranty period of 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor means that Lenovo provides warranty service without ch

Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty1162 On-site ServiceUnder On-site Service, your Service Provider will either repair or exchange the product at your

117Appendix A. Lenovo Limited WarrantyLenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers - - - - - - - - Warranty Service Telephone NumbersThe phone numbers

Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty118 Australia 1300 557 073 New Zealand 0800 446 833 Russia Toll free 8-800-700-7888Alternate No. +7-(495) 662-78

119Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs)Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer.

120Appendix C. Specifications Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer4Fan louversThe fan louvers allow warm air to exit the computer.Important:Make sure that paper, books, clothin

121Appendix C. SpecificationsPower source(AC adapter) Input rating of the AC adapter: 100-240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz 90 W (with integrated graphics card)

122Appendix D. NoticesNotices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

123Appendix D. NoticesThis information could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made to the information

Appendix D. Notices124extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment.

125Appendix D. NoticesWireless related information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  Wireless Inter

Appendix D. Notices126 Synchronization Audio Gateway Headset  Printer Human Interface Devices (Keyboard/Mouse) Basic Image Handsfree AV Usage

127Appendix D. Notices Using the integrated wireless cards on board of airplanes, or in hospitals In any other environment where the risk of interfe

Appendix D. Notices128TV tuner information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

129Appendix D. Notices Example of antenna groundingGround clamp Power service grounding electrodesystem (NEC Article 250, Part H)Antenna lead-in wire

Appendix D. Notices130The following notice applies to all countries and regions:Danger:  Outdoor antenna groundingIf an outside antenna or cable syst

5Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your ComputerRight-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

131Appendix D. NoticesElectronic Emissions Notices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The f

Appendix D. Notices132recommended cables or connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifica

133Appendix D. Notices German Class B Compliance StatementDeutschsprachiger EU Hinweis: Hinweis für Geräte der Klasse B EU-Richtlinie zur Elektromagn

Appendix D. Notices134Zulassungsbescheinigung laut dem Deutschen Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmitteln, EMVG vom 20.

135Appendix D. Notices European Union Compliance Statement Class B ComplianceEuropean Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directi

Appendix D. Notices136 Japanese VCCI Class B Statement Japan Compliance Statement for Power line HarmonicsA statement of compliance to the IEC 61000

137Appendix D. NoticesWEEE and Recycling Statements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  General Recycling

Appendix D. Notices138EU WEEE Statements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

139Appendix D. NoticesJapan Recycling Statements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  C

Appendix D. Notices140 Disposing of a Lenovo Computer ComponentsSome Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have components that contain heavy me

Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer6Optical drive ... 23USB 2.0

141Appendix D. NoticesNotice for Users in the U.S.A. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ca

Appendix D. Notices142 Using the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-ship state.These operations, however, only change

143Appendix D. NoticesTrademarks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

144IndexAAC adapterJack...3Using...40BBASS switch...

145IndexHelpCustomer Support Center ... 70Help and Service... 69on the Web ... 70Hibernation Mod

Index146PPasswordProblems...61Using...31PCI Express card (new card) slot...

147IndexVVeriFace... 30VGA port... 4, 50, 52Volume button ...

7Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your ComputerFront View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer8System status indicatorsThe system status indicators show the current status of your computer.Multi-media rea

9Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your ComputerBottom View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer10Battery latch - manualThe manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured. Movethe manual batt

Lenovo IdeaPad Y730 UG V1.0 cover_en_2-3First Edition (March 2008)Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the follo

11Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Memory (RAM) compartmentThe memory compartment provides expansion capabilities foradditional memory. The B

12Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerPutting your computer to Sleep or Shutting It Down - - When you finish working with your computer, you can put it to

13Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerUsing the Touch Pad - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer14Note:You can also attach and use a USB mouse through the USB connector.For details, see “Connecting a Universal Serial

15Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerNote:For models with 17 numeric keys, this function is disabled. To enable thisfunction, select Enable in Internal Num

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer16The following describes the features of each function key.Fn + Esc: Turn on/off the integrated camera.Fn + F1: Put you

17Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerSpecial keys and buttons - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer18Touch inductive panel ( ~ )Mute/unmute the sound.Open VGA function screen (Specific models only)* or user define utili

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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer20Displays system date/time/week, CPU, system temp., fan speed,battery capacity, media play EQ, and Email information.Sw

ENERGY STAR model informationENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental ProtectionAgency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed at sav

21Chapter 2. Using Your Computer 17 Numeric Keys (Specific models only)Lenovo IdeaPad Y730 UG V1.0_en.book Page 21 Friday, June 27, 2008 6:06 PM

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer22 OneKey Rescue System buttonPress the OneKey Rescue System button to enter the main interface ofOneKey Rescue System

23Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerUsing the optical drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer24Using memory cards - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

25Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Inserting a memory cardGently slide the memory card with the arrow facing upward and pointingtoward the Multi-media

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer26Using the Internet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

27Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerAttention:As the voltage of a telephone connection is higher than that of a network,do not attempt to connect a teleph

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer28 Using modem portThe modem port supports a standard telephone cable with one RJ-11connector, and allows dial up acces

29Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerSecuring your computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer30 Using VeriFace™VeriFace is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot,extracts key features of your

For more information about ENERGY STAR, visithttp://www.energystar.gov.Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part ofyour d

31Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using PasswordsUsing passwords helps prevent your computer from being used by others.Once you set a password and ena

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer32 Hard disk drive (HDD) passwordsOnce an HDD password is set, you need to enter it to get access to thehard disk. You

33Chapter 2. Using Your Computer5 Press the Enter key once to move to the Confirm New Password field.Retype the password you just entered to verify it

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer34Note:Make sure the Password on boot is set to Enabled if you need thepassword protection at power on.To set a User Pas

35Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerChanging or Removing the User PasswordTo change the password, do the following:1 Select Set User Password, and press

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer36Hard Disk PasswordsTwo types of the hard disk passwords help protect the information stored onthe hard disk: Hard dis

37Chapter 2. Using Your Computer6 Select Set Hard Disk Master Password, and press the Enter key. TheSet Hard Disk Master Password screen opens.7 Choos

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer38Note:Remove the HDD password will disable your hard disk passwordprotection. To change the HDD master password, selec

39Chapter 2. Using Your ComputerInstalling Device Drivers - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer40Using battery and AC adapter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Explanation of Hard Disk CapacityDear user,While using your computer, you may discover that the nominal harddisk capacity indicated is somewhat differ

41Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Checking Battery StatusYou can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by usingWindows Power options.The

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer42Attention:Using an improper power cord could cause severe damage to your computer.To use the AC adapter, do the follow

43Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Charging the BatteryWhen you check the battery status and find that the battery is low, youneed to charge the batter

Chapter 2. Using Your Computer44Danger: If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger ofan explosion. The battery pack con

45Chapter 3. Using external devicesYour computer has many built-in features and connection capabilities.Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any ex

Chapter 3. Using external devices46Attention: When using high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use external device power adapter. Otherwi

47Chapter 3. Using external devicesConnecting an IEEE 1394 device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You

Chapter 3. Using external devices48Connecting a PC card device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

49Chapter 3. Using external devices Inserting a PCI Express cardGently slide the PCI Express card with the front label facing upward. Slideuntil it c

Chapter 3. Using external devices50Connecting an external display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

If a portion of the hard disk space has been used for some specific purpose,then the capacity indicated by the operating system will be even less than

51Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a DVI monitor (Specific models only)You can connect a DVI monitor by using a HDMI port (Specific model

Chapter 3. Using external devices52Connecting a computer (Specific models only) - - - - - - - - - You can connect another computer to display on your

53Chapter 3. Using external devicesConnecting a headphone and audio device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one headphone ja

Chapter 3. Using external devices54 Switch between headphone and S/PDIF1 Right-click the Sound icon at the bottom-right corner of the task barand sel

55Chapter 3. Using external devicesConnecting an external microphone - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer co

Chapter 3. Using external devices56Connecting a Bluetooth device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

57Chapter 4. TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting58Where are the recovery discs?Your computer did not come with a recovery disc. For an explanation of the alternative recove

59Chapter 4. TroubleshootingTroubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting60 If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have thecomputer serviced. When I turn on the computer, o

iChapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer ... 1Top View ...1Left-side View...

61Chapter 4. Troubleshooting A Password ProblemI forgot my password. If you forgot your user password, you must take your computer to aLenovo author

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting62 Sleep or Hibernation ProblemsThe computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly.If the processor overheats, the computer automa

63Chapter 4. Troubleshooting If the sleep indicator is on, your computer is in sleep mode. Connectthe AC adapter to the computer; then press any key

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting64The screen is unreadable or distorted. Make sure that:  The display device driver is installed correctly. The screen res

65Chapter 4. TroubleshootingIncorrect characters appear on the screen.Did you install the operating system or application program correctly? Ifthey ar

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting66 Sound ProblemsNo sound can be heard from the speaker even when the volume isturned up.Make sure that: The Mute function

67Chapter 4. TroubleshootingThe computer does not operate with a fully charged battery.The surge protector in the battery might be active. Turn off th

Chapter 4. Troubleshooting68 Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during acommunication operation. Disable the sleep timer when you are

69Chapter 5. Getting Help and ServiceGetting Help and Service - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service70Getting Help on the Web - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

iiContentsChapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information... 74Important Safety Information .. 74Caring Your Computer ... 91Accessibility

71Chapter 5. Getting Help and ServiceEngineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changesthat are required after a product has been s

Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service72 Machine Type and Model Serial numbers of your computer, monitor, and other components, oryour proof of purchas

73Chapter 5. Getting Help and ServiceGetting Help around the World - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

74Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care InformationImportant Safety Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

75Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Conditions That Require Immediate ActionProducts can become damaged due to misuse or neglect. Some pro

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information76 Damage to a battery (such as cracks, dents, or creases), discharge from abattery, or a buildup of fore

77Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Service and UpgradesAttention: Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information78Danger: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away.Attention: Before replacing any C

79Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care InformationProtect power cords and power adapters from liquids. For instance, donot leave your power cord or power

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information80 Extension Cords and Related DevicesDanger: Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterrupt

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81Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Informationoutlet. If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet, contact anelectrician for an approved outlet adap

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information82Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside anycomponent that has this label attach

83Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care InformationProducts containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cellbatteries may contain perchlorate.Perchlorat

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information84 Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the productfor safety, comfort, and reliab

85Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information CD and DVD Drive SafetyDanger: CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD iscracked

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information86 Electrical Current Safety InformationDanger: Electric current from power, telephone, and communication

87Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedureswhen installing, moving, or open

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information88 Laser Compliance StatementSome personal computer models are equipped from the factory with aCD or DVD

89Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care InformationThese drives are certified in the U.S. to conform to therequirements of the Department of Health and Hum

Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information90Danger: Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not viewdirectly with optical instrume