Lenovo V570C 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

Lenovo V470c/V570c Regulatory Notice Contents Page „ V470c Getting to know your computer„ V570c Numeric keypad V570c Built-in microphone Touchpad Getting to know your computerFan louvers „ V470cVGA port RJ-45 portUSB port „ V470c „ V570c Right-side viewMemory card slot GPU Graphics Processing Unit switch Select models onlyDevice switch Select your computer Bottom view SIM card slot Select models only „ Configuring the operating system „ Conncting to the powerLearning the basics „ Reading the manualsShutting down your computer Learning the basics„ Charging the battery „ Checking battery status„ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the batteryRight click button Left click buttonV570c „ Numeric keypadV470c „ Function key combinations Learning the basics „ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device „ Using memory cards not suppliedInserting a memory card Removing a memory cardEnabling Bluetooth communications on your computer „ Connecting a Bluetooth device Select models onlyTo change the GPU, do the following Switching GPU Select models only„ OneKey Rescue system button Special keys and buttons These indicators inform you of the computer status „ V570c Page „ Fingerprint reader Select models only „ Using passwords„ Attaching a security lock not supplied „ Software configuration Connecting to the Internet„ Hardware connection CableConnecting to the Internet „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Select models onlyEnabling wireless connection Software configuration„ Using Mobile Broadband Select models only Connecting to the Internet Inserting the SIM card V570c Connecting to the Internet Removing the SIM card „ Introduction OneKey Rescue systemFrequently asked questions TroubleshootingWhen do I need to restore the system to the factory status? TroubleshootingPassword problem Display problemsSound problems Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problemsComputer screen problems Hard disk drive problem Troubleshooting Battery problemsStartup problem OneKey Rescue system problemsTroubleshooting Other problems Page Handling a hard disk drive Appendix A. CRU instructionsAppendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Sdram Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive only for V470c Trademarks If your product is not working correctly Do not Return IT to the StoreNew World. New Thinking.TM