Lenovo Y471A Connecting to the Internet, Hardware connection, Software configuration, Cable

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment.

You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways:

Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect.

Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.

Wired connection----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet.

Cable

DSL

Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV line.

DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high-speed network access to homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines.

Hardware connection

Cable

TV cable

Splitter *

Cable modem *

	DSL
	Telephone line
*	Splitter *
	*
	DSL modem *

*

*

*Not supplied.

Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.

Software configuration

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

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Contents IdeaPad Y471A Regulatory Notice First Edition May Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Getting to know your computer Top viewWireless module Power buttonIndicators Volume buttons Getting to know your computerRJ-45 port USB portMicrophone jack Headphone jackUSB combo port Optical drive AC power adapterJack Kensington slot System status Battery pack Battery latch manual Bottom view„ Connecting to the power „ Configuring the operating systemLearning the basics „ Reading the manualsPutting your computer into sleep state Learning the basicsShutting down your computer „ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery„ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the batteryUsing the touchpad Touchpad button„ Numeric keypad „ Function key combinationsLearning the basics Inserting a memory card „ Using memory cards not suppliedRemoving a memory card „ Connecting USB devices „ Connecting a Bluetooth device Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computerMute/Unmute Volume down Volume up „ Volume buttons b- d„ OneKey Rescue system button a Normal mode Movie modeIntelligent mode „ OneKey Theater button eStandard mode Super silent modeEfficient thermal dissipation mode Performing dust cleaningF g Page „ Using passwords „ Using VeriFace„ Attaching a security lock not supplied AMD Muxless ATI Switchable Graphics Technology PowerXpress Switchable Graphics in two modes on select models Switching between Mode 1 and ModeConnecting to the Internet „ Software configuration„ Hardware connection Cable„ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Connecting to the InternetEnabling wireless connection Software configurationOneKey Rescue system „ Introduction„ Creating a recovery discs OneKey Rescue systemTroubleshooting Frequently asked questionsTroubleshooting When do I need to restore the system to the factory status?Password problem Display problemsKeyboard problems Computer screen problems Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problemsSound problems Troubleshooting Battery problems Hard disk drive problemStartup problem OneKey Rescue system problemsTroubleshooting Other problems Appendix. CRU instructions Appendix. CRU instructions Handling a hard disk driveAppendix. CRU instructions Appendix. CRU instructions Appendix. CRU instructions Sdram Appendix. CRU instructions Appendix. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive Trademarks Page New World. New Thinking.TM