Lenovo V570C, V470C manual Using Mobile Broadband Select models only

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

Using Mobile Broadband (Select models only)

Before getting started with Mobile Broadband, you first need to choose a mobile network operator and make sure you are in the coverage area of the network. After that, you also need:

•To activate the Mobile Broadband service through your local mobile network operator. You will get a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card after activation. For instructions on inserting the SIM card, refer to “Inserting the SIM card” on page 28.

Notes:

•Various standards are in use by mobile operators to provide Mobile Broadband services. The Lenovo Mobile Broadband module may support one or more of the following standards:

GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications)

TD-SCDMA (Time Division-Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access)

SCDMA (Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access)

EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized)

HSPA (High Speed Packet Access)

•Mobile Broadband is a subscription service. Refer to your local mobile network operator for availability, cost and other information.

•A SIM card is a type of smart card used by mobile network operators to identify their service subscribers on the mobile network. You will get the SIM card from your mobile network operator after you have activated the Mobile Broadband service.

•A connection management utility to connect/disconnect to your Mobile Broadband network.

Note: In general, your mobile service provider provides this utility.

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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 computerRJ-45 port „ V470cFan louvers VGA portUSB port „ V470c „ V570c Right-side viewDevice switch Select your computer GPU Graphics Processing Unit switch Select models onlyMemory card slot Bottom view SIM card slot Select models only „ Reading the manuals „ Conncting to the power„ Configuring the operating system Learning the basicsShutting down your computer Learning the basics„ Handling the battery „ Checking battery status„ Charging the battery „ Removing the battery packRight click button Left click buttonV470c „ Numeric keypadV570c „ Function key combinations Learning the basics Removing a memory card „ Using memory cards not supplied„ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device Inserting 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 buttonsThese indicators inform you of the computer status „ V570c Page „ Attaching a security lock not supplied „ Using passwords„ Fingerprint reader Select models only Cable Connecting to the Internet„ Software configuration „ Hardware connectionSoftware configuration „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Select models onlyConnecting to the Internet Enabling wireless connection„ 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 problemsComputer screen problems Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problemsSound problems OneKey Rescue system problems Troubleshooting Battery problemsHard disk drive problem Startup problemTroubleshooting 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