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Read this first	iii
Important safety information	iv
Conditions that require immediate action . . .	iv
Safety guidelines	v
Chapter 1. Getting to know your
computer	1
Top view	1
Left-side view	3
Right-side view	4
Front view	4
Bottom view	5
Status indicators	6
Features	7
Specifications	8
Chapter 2. Using your computer . . .	11
Frequently asked questions	11
Tips on using your computer	12
Reading the manuals	12
Connecting to power	12
Turning on the computer	12
Configuring the operating system	12
Putting your computer into sleep mode or
shutting it down	12
Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack .	13
Checking the battery status	13
Using the ac power adapter	13
Charging the battery	14
Maximizing the battery life	14
Handling the battery	14
Using the touch pad or click pad	15
Using the keyboard	16
Numeric keypad	16
OneKey Recovery Pro program button . . .	17
Function key combinations	18
Connecting to external devices	18
Using the media card reader	19
Using USB connectors	19
Using Bluetooth	19
Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics feature . . .	20
Chapter 3. Connecting to the
network	21
Wired connection	21
Hardware connection	21

Software configuration	22
Wireless connection	22
Hardware connection	22
Software configuration	23

Chapter 4. You and your computer . . 25

Accessibility and comfort	25
Ergonomic information	25

Chapter 5. Security	27
Attaching a mechanical lock	27
Using passwords	27
Using a fingerprint reader	27
Using the Active Protection System	27

Chapter 6. OneKey Recovery Pro . . .	29
Using the OneKey Recovery Pro program on the
Windows 7 operating system	29
Solving recovery problems	29

Chapter 7. Replacing devices	31
Static electricity prevention	31
Replacing the battery	31
Replacing the backup battery	32
Replacing the hard disk drive	35
Replacing the keyboard	38
Replacing a memory module	42
Replacing the mSATA solid state drive	45
Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless
LAN/WiMAX connection	47
Replacing the optical drive	50

Chapter 8. Preventing problems . . .	53
General tips for preventing problems	53
Taking care of your computer	54
Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer
problems	57
Troubleshooting	57
Battery and power problems	57
Computer screen problems	58
Problems with drives and other storage
devices	59
OneKey Rescue system problems	60
A password problem	60
A sound problem	61
Other problems	61

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Contents Lenovo V480, V480c, V580, and V580c User GuideSafety and Warranty Guide Regulatory Notice Contents Appendix C. Notices Protect the cables from being damaged Read this firstProtect yourself from the heat that your computer generates Prevent your computer from getting wetHandle your computer gently Important safety informationProtect your computer and data when moving it Conditions that require immediate actionService and upgrades Safety guidelinesExtension cords and related devices Power cords and power adaptersPower supply statement Plugs and outletsExternal devices Rechargeable battery notice General battery noticeLithium coin cell battery notice Heat and product ventilation CD and DVD drive safety Electrical current safety informationUsing headphones or earphones Laser compliance statementLiquid crystal display LCD notice Additional safety information Xiv User Guide Top view Getting to know your computerStatus indicators Wireless module antennasPower button OneKey Recovery Pro program buttonLeft-side view Front view Right-side viewBottom view Status indicators Power and battery status indicator FeaturesLenovo V480 and V480c SpecificationsLenovo V580 and V580c User Guide Frequently asked questions Using your computerPutting your computer into sleep mode or shutting it down Tips on using your computerConnecting to power Configuring the operating systemConnecting the ac power adapter Using the ac power adapter and the battery packChecking the battery status Using the ac power adapterTips on using the ac power adapter Charging the batteryMaximizing the battery life Handling the batteryUsing the touch pad Using the touch pad or click padV480 and V480c Using the keyboardUsing the click pad Numeric keypadV580 and V580c OneKey Recovery Pro program buttonFunction key combinations Connecting to external devicesUsing the media card reader Using USB connectorsUsing Bluetooth Switching the Graphics Processing Unit Using the Nvidia Optimus Graphics featureCable Connecting to the networkWired connection Hardware connectionWireless connection Software configurationConnecting to the network User Guide Accessibility and comfort You and your computerErgonomic information What if you are traveling? Security Using passwordsUsing a fingerprint reader Using the Active Protection SystemUser Guide Solving recovery problems OneKey Recovery ProUser Guide Replacing the battery Replacing devicesStatic electricity prevention Replacing the backup battery Replacing devices Lenovo V580 and V580c Replacing the hard disk drive Prerequisites for the procedureUser 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 General tips for preventing problems Preventing problemsCarry your computer properly Be careful about where and how you workTaking care of your computer Be gentle with your computerData protection Take care in setting passwordsClean the cover of your computer Handle storage media and drives properlyBe sure not to modify your computer Cleaning your computer keyboardCleaning your computer display Register your computerBattery problems Troubleshooting computer problemsTroubleshooting Battery and power problemsSleep and hibernation problems Computer screen problemsAn ac power adapter problem Startup problemHard disk drive problems Problems with drives and other storage devicesOneKey Rescue system problems Password problemOptical drive problems Computer does not start from a device you want Sound problemOther problems Your computer does not respondUser Guide Wireless related information Wireless interoperabilityAppendix A. Regulatory information Export classification notice Electronic emission noticesUsage environment and your health Deutschland Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statementUser Guide Appendix B. Weee and recycling statements China Weee statement EU Weee statementsJapan recycling statements Disposing of a Lenovo computer components Recycling information for BrazilBattery recycling information for the European Union User Guide Appendix C. Notices Trademarks Index User Guide