Lenovo V480C, V580C Tips on using your computer, Reading the manuals, Connecting to power

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2.Check if the destination medium is damaged, try to select another file path and then try again.

•Question: When do I need to restore the computer to the factory default settings?

Solution: You can restore the computer to the factory default settings when it fails or when you need to reinstall the operating system. This will restore your computer back to the initial state when you first started it up after receiving it from the store. Ensure that you have backed up your critical data before doing this to avoid data loss.

Tips on using your computer

This topic provides tips on using your computer for the first time.

Reading the manuals

Read the manuals that come with your computer before using the computer.

Connecting to power

The supplied battery pack is not fully charged at purchase. To charge the battery and begin to use your computer, install the battery pack, connect the computer to an electrical outlet, and then the battery will be charged automatically.

Installing the battery pack

For instructions on installing the battery pack, refer to the Setup Poster that comes with your computer.

Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet

To connect the computer to an electrical outlet, do the following:

1.Connect the power cord to the ac power adapter.

2.Connect the ac power adapter to the power jack of the computer firmly.

3.Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.

Turning on the computer

Press the power button to turn on the computer.

Configuring the operating system

You might need to configure the operating system when you use the computer for the first time. The configuration process might include the following steps:

•Accepting the end user license agreement

•Configuring the Internet connection

•Registering the operating system

•Creating a user account

Putting your computer into sleep mode or shutting it down

To conserve power, put the computer into sleep mode or shut it down when the computer is not in use.

Putting your computer into sleep mode

If you will be away from your computer for a short time, put the computer into sleep mode. When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it up to resume use and bypass the startup process.

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Contents User Guide Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580cSafety and Warranty Guide Regulatory Notice Contents Appendix C. Notices Read this first Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generatesPrevent your computer from getting wet Protect the cables from being damagedImportant safety information Protect your computer and data when moving itConditions that require immediate action Handle your computer gentlySafety guidelines Service and upgradesPower cords and power adapters Extension cords and related devicesPlugs and outlets Power supply statementExternal devices General battery notice Rechargeable battery noticeLithium coin cell battery notice Heat and product ventilation Electrical current safety information CD and DVD drive safetyLaser compliance statement Using headphones or earphonesLiquid crystal display LCD notice Additional safety information Xiv User Guide Getting to know your computer Top viewWireless module antennas Power buttonOneKey Recovery Pro program button Status indicatorsLeft-side view Right-side view Front viewBottom view Status indicators Features Power and battery status indicatorSpecifications Lenovo V480 and V480cLenovo V580 and V580c User Guide Using your computer Frequently asked questionsTips on using your computer Connecting to powerConfiguring the operating system Putting your computer into sleep mode or shutting it downUsing the ac power adapter and the battery pack Checking the battery statusUsing the ac power adapter Connecting the ac power adapterCharging the battery Maximizing the battery lifeHandling the battery Tips on using the ac power adapterUsing the touch pad or click pad Using the touch padUsing the keyboard Using the click padNumeric keypad V480 and V480cOneKey Recovery Pro program button V580 and V580cConnecting to external devices Function key combinationsUsing USB connectors Using the media card readerUsing Bluetooth Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature Switching the Graphics Processing UnitConnecting to the network Wired connectionHardware connection CableSoftware configuration Wireless connectionConnecting to the network User Guide You and your computer Accessibility and comfortErgonomic information What if you are traveling? Using passwords Using a fingerprint readerUsing the Active Protection System SecurityUser Guide OneKey Recovery Pro Solving recovery problemsUser Guide Replacing devices Replacing the batteryStatic electricity prevention Replacing the backup battery Replacing devices Lenovo V580 and V580c Prerequisites for the procedure Replacing the hard disk driveUser Guide Lenovo V580 and V580c Replacing the keyboard Replacing devices Lenovo V580 and V580c Replacing devices Replacing a memory module Replacing devices Lenovo V580 and V580c Replacing the mSATA solid state drive User Guide Lenovo V480 and V480c Lenovo V580 and V580c Replacing devices Replacing the optical drive Lenovo V580 and V580c User Guide Preventing problems General tips for preventing problemsBe careful about where and how you work Taking care of your computerBe gentle with your computer Carry your computer properlyTake care in setting passwords Clean the cover of your computerHandle storage media and drives properly Data protectionCleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning your computer displayRegister your computer Be sure not to modify your computerTroubleshooting computer problems TroubleshootingBattery and power problems Battery problemsComputer screen problems An ac power adapter problemStartup problem Sleep and hibernation problemsProblems with drives and other storage devices Hard disk drive problemsPassword problem OneKey Rescue system problemsOptical drive problems Sound problem Other problemsYour computer does not respond Computer does not start from a device you wantUser Guide Wireless interoperability Wireless related informationAppendix A. Regulatory information Electronic emission notices Export classification noticeUsage environment and your health Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement DeutschlandUser Guide China Weee statement EU Weee statements Appendix B. Weee and recycling statementsJapan recycling statements Recycling information for Brazil Disposing of a Lenovo computer componentsBattery recycling information for the European Union User Guide Appendix C. Notices Trademarks Index User Guide
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