Lenovo Z470, Z370, Z570 manual Wireless connection, Wi-Fi WiMAX

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

Wireless connection----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers.

Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the following standards.

Wi-Fi

WiMAX

Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home, office, or small group of buildings. An access point is necessary for the connection.

WiMAX networks connect several Wireless LAN systems to cover a metropolitan area, providing high- speed broadband access without the need for cables.

Note: Your computer may not support all wireless connection methods.

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Contents IdeaPad Z370/Z470/ Z570 Regulatory Notice First Edition December Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Z370/Z470 Getting to know your computerTop view Getting to know your computer „ Z570Speakers Power button OneKey Rescue system button Camera Wireless module antennas Computer displayGetting to know your computer Integrated Thermal management buttonLeft-side view „ Z370/Z470Combo port USB port ESATA/USB Getting to know your computerRight-side view „ Z370 „ Z470 „ Z570Optical drive Getting to know your computer USB port Front view Bottom view „ Z370C d Battery pack „ Configuring the operating system „ Connecting to the powerLearning the basics „ Reading the manualsPutting your computer into sleep state „ Shutting down your computerLearning the basics „ Charging the battery „ Checking battery status„ Handling the battery „ Removing the battery packUsing the touchpad „ Numeric keypad Z370/Z470 Using the keyboardZ570 „ Function key combinations Learning the basics Inserting a memory card „ Using memory cards not suppliedRemoving a memory card „ Connecting USB devices Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer „ Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices on select models„ OneKey Rescue system button a „ Volume buttons b~dSpecial keys and buttons „ OneKey Theater button e Super silent mode Standard modeEfficient thermal dissipation mode „ Thermal management button fPerforming dust cleaning System status indicators Page „ Attaching a security lock not supplied „ Using VeriFaceSecuring your computer Enabling Nvidia Optimus on select models „ Using passwordsWired connection Connecting to the InternetConnecting to the Internet „ Software configuration„ Hardware connection Wi-Fi WiMAX Wireless connectionHardware connection Software configuration„ Introduction OneKey Rescue systemOneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system „ Creating a recovery discsOneKey Rescue system Frequently asked questions TroubleshootingWhere can I find warranty information? Display problems TroubleshootingKeyboard problems Troubleshooting Password problemsSleep or hibernation problems Puter does not work Computer screen problemsBattery problems Troubleshooting Sound problemsHard disk drive problem Startup problemRespond Troubleshooting Other problemsAppendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the battery packAppendix A. CRU instructions Handling a hard disk drive Replacing the hard disk driveZ370 Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Z470/Z570 Z570 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow d Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame e Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive Setup Poster User Guide Trademarks Page New World. New Thinking.TM