Lenovo G455, G555 manual Using Wi-Fi/WiMax specific models only, Using the computer network

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Chapter 3. Using the computer network

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

Wireless connection provides a mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers.

Wireless connection to the Internet can be built by the following methods.

Wi-Fi

WiMAX

Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home, office, or small group of buildings. An access point (ex. wireless router) 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.

Using Wi-Fi/WiMax (specific models only)

Enabling wireless connection

To enable wireless communications, do the following: 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to make configuration.

Hardware connection

Wi-Fi/WiMax network

access point*

*Not supplied.

Software configuration

Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.

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Contents Lenovo G455/G555 First Edition January Copyright Lenovo Respective Users Dear user Explanation of hard disk capacityContents „ Read this first Important safety informationUnpack Working placeOn using Important safety informationService and upgrades „ Lenovo G555 Getting to know your computerGetting to know your computer „ Lenovo G455Specific models only Power buttonModels only Computer display TouchpadFan louvers Kensington slotRJ-45 port VGA portOptical drive Right-side viewMicrophone jack Headphone jack „ Lenovo G555 „ Lenovo G455Speakers Bottom view Battery latch manual Battery pack Memory/Wireless „ Configure the operating system „ Connect to the powerLearning the basics „ Read the manualsPutting your computer into sleep state „ Shutting down your computerLearning the basics „ Checking battery status Using AC adapter and battery„ Charging the battery „ Removing the battery packLeft click button „ Handling the batteryG555 „ Numeric keypadG455 „ Function key combinations OneKey Rescue System button a „ OneKey Rescue System buttonSystem status indicators „ Using passwords „ Using VeriFace„ Attaching a security lock not supplied Utility„ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device „ Using memory cards not suppliedInserting a memory card Removing a memory cardTo send files from the computer to the paired device Enabling Bluetooth communicationsPairing with a Bluetooth enabled device „ Software configuration Using the computer networkWireless network technology connect without wiring „ Hardware connectionUsing the computer network „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMax specific models onlyEnabling wireless connection Hardware connection Wi-Fi/WiMax network„ Introduction OneKey Rescue SystemOneKey Rescue System Frequently asked questions TroubleshootingWhen do I need to restore the system to the factory status? TroubleshootingWhat can I do if the backup process fails? Keyboard problems Display problemsPassword problem Computer screen problems Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problemsBattery problems Troubleshooting Sound problemsHard disk drive problem Startup problemYour computer does not respond Troubleshooting Other problemsUpgrading and replacing devices „ To replace the batteryHandling a hard disk drive Upgrading and replacing devicesUpgrading and replacing devices 111 Upgrading and replacing devices Removing the optical drive Upgrading and replacing devices Getting help on the Web Appendix A. Getting help and serviceGetting help around the world Appendix A. Getting help and serviceWarranty Service Telephone Numbers „ Notice of static-electricity „ Be careful about where and how you workAppendix B. Use and care information „ Carry your computer properly „ Be gentle with your computer„ For outdoor use „ Handle storage media and drives properly„ Other important tips „ Data safety„ Take care in setting passwords „ Ergonomic information Accessibility and comfort„ What if you are traveling? „ Questions about vision?„ General tips for maintenance „ Cleaning your computer display „ Cleaning the cover of your computer„ Cleaning your computer keyboard „ What this warranty covers Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty„ How to obtain warranty service „ What your service provider will do to correct problemsAppendix C. Lenovo limited warranty „ Replacement of a product or part„ Your additional responsibilities Information„ Limitation of liability „ What this warranty does not cover„ Use of personal information „ European Economic Area EEA „ Dispute resolution„ Other rights Lenovo Technology B.V. Turkiye Istanbul Subesi „ Lenovo Turkey addressCustomer Replaceable Unit CRU Service On-site Service „ Types of warranty serviceCourier or Depot Service Customer Carry-In or Mail-In ServiceAppendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Product Exchange Service Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs Appendix E. Notices Appendix E. Notices „ Export classification noticeWindows Vista Windows XPWindows „ Wireless interoperability Wireless related information„ Usage environment and your health „ Safety information related to Mobile Broadband„ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Electronic emissions notices„ German Class B Compliance Statement „ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement„ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada „ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance „ Korea Class B „ Japan Compliance Statement for Power line HarmonicsWeee and recycling statements „ General recycling statement„ Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components EU Weee statementsAppendix E. Notices Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Factory preinstalled Wireless LAN/WiMAX moduleLenovo regulatory notice „ Read first regulatory informationAppendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice II. Preinstalled integrated Bluetooth moduleII Preinstalled integrated Bluetooth module Factory preinstalled Wireless LAN modules„ Canada Industry Canada IC IC Certification numberII Module Bluetooth intégré préinstallé Modules de réseaux local sans fil pré-installé à l’usineIV Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Numéro d’homologation ICFederal Communications Commission FCC Statement „ Electronic emission notices„ Europe EU Declaration of Conformity Tested To Comply With FCC StandardsAppendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice For model BCM94313HMG2L For model AR5B95 For model BCM943225HM For model BCM92046MDGEN Declaration of Conformity Restriction de bande de fréquence de l’Union Européenne EU Frequency band restriction Περιορισμός ζώνης συχνοτήτων ΕΕ Begränsning för EU-frekvensband Takmarkanir ESB á tíðnisviði Restrizzjoni fuq il-faxxa tal-frekwenza ta’ l-UE „ Notice for users in Morocco „ Notice for users in Pakistan„ Notice for users in Ukraine For model BCM943225HM „ Notice for users in in CroatiaFor model BCM94313HMG2L For model AR5B93 For model AR5B95 For model BCM92046MDGEN BCM94313HMG2L „ Notice for users in Brazil„ Notice for users in Saudi Arabia For model AR5B95 For model AR5B93 For model BCM943225HM For model BCM92046MDGEN „ Notice for users in UAE „ Notice for users in Indonesia „ Notice for users in India„ Notice for users in the Philippines „ Notice for users in MalaysiaFor model BCM94313HMG2L For model AR5B95 „ Notice for users in Singapore„ Notice for users in Taiwan „ Notice for users in Thailand100 BCM94313HMG2L, AR5B95, AR5B93, BCM943225HM, BCM92046MDGEN „ Notice for users in South Africa Appendix G. Features and specifications Trademarks 105 Index106 Do not Return IT to the Store New World. New Thinking.TM