Lenovo V470C, V570C manual Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Select models only, Connecting to the Internet

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

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

Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers.

Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the following standards.

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home, office,
	or small group of buildings. An access point is necessary for the
	connection.

WiMAX	WiMAX networks connect several Wireless LAN systems to
	cover a metropolitan area, providing high-speed broadband
	access without the need for cables.

Mobile Broadband	The Mobile Broadband network provides Internet access to
	computers, cell phones and other devices over a large
	geographic area. Mobile networks are used for data
	transmission, and access is usually provided by a mobile
	network operator. A Mobile Broadband SIM card is necessary
	for the connection.

Note: Your computer may not support all wireless connection methods.

Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX (Select models only)

Enabling wireless connection

To enable wireless communications, do the following:

1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch from to .

2 Press Fn + F5 to make configuration.

Hardware connection

Access point *

Wi-Fi/WiMAX network

* Not supplied

Software configuration

Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to configure your computer.

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Contents

Lenovo V470c/V570c Regulatory Notice Contents Page Getting to know your computer „ V470c„ V570c Built-in microphone Touchpad Getting to know your computer Numeric keypad V570cVGA port „ V470cFan louvers RJ-45 portUSB port Right-side view „ V470c „ V570cGPU Graphics Processing Unit switch Select models only Device switch Select your computerMemory card slot Bottom view SIM card slot Select models only Learning the basics „ Conncting to the power„ Configuring the operating system „ Reading the manualsLearning the basics Shutting down your computer„ Removing the battery pack „ Checking battery status„ Charging the battery „ Handling the batteryLeft click button Right click button„ Numeric keypad V470cV570c „ Function key combinations Learning the basics Inserting a memory card „ Using memory cards not supplied„ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device Removing a memory card„ Connecting a Bluetooth device Select models only Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computerSwitching GPU Select models only To change the GPU, do the followingSpecial keys and buttons „ OneKey Rescue system buttonThese indicators inform you of the computer status „ V570c Page „ Using passwords „ Attaching a security lock not supplied„ Fingerprint reader Select models only „ Hardware connection Connecting to the Internet„ Software configuration CableEnabling wireless connection „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Select models onlyConnecting to the Internet 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 OneKey Rescue system „ IntroductionTroubleshooting Frequently asked questionsTroubleshooting When do I need to restore the system to the factory status?Display problems Password problemTroubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems Computer screen problemsSound problems Startup problem Troubleshooting Battery problemsHard disk drive problem OneKey Rescue system problemsTroubleshooting Other problems Page Appendix A. CRU instructions Handling a hard disk driveAppendix 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 Do not Return IT to the Store If your product is not working correctlyNew World. New Thinking.TM