•To download the user guide in another language, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support. Then follow the instructions on the screen.
How do I use battery power more effectively when I am on the go?
•To conserve power, or to suspend operation without exiting programs or saving files, see
•To achieve the best balance between performance and power saving, change power plan settings. See “Managing the battery power” on page 29.
•If your computer will be turned off for an extended period of time, remove the external battery pack, and follow the instructions in “Disabling the
How do I securely dispose of data stored on the hard disk drive or
•Study Chapter 4 “Security” on page 47 to find out how you can protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use.
•Use the Password Manager program to protect the data stored on your computer. For more information, see the help information system of the program.
•Before you dispose of the data on the hard disk drive or the
How do I get connected in different locations?
•To troubleshoot a wireless networking issue, go to http://www.lenovo.com/support/faq.
•Take advantage of the networking features provided by the Access Connections program (on the Windows 7 operating system) or Location Awareness in the Lenovo Settings program (on the Windows 8 operating system).
•To learn more about using the wireless features of your computer, refer to “Wireless connections” on page 32.
•To travel more confidently, be sure to check the tips in “Traveling with your computer” on page 45.
•Press F8 to enable or disable the wireless features.
How do I give presentations or attach an external monitor?
•Ensure that you follow the procedure in the topic “Using an external monitor” on page 36.
•With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and the external monitor. See “Using dual displays” on page 38.
I have been using the computer for some time already, and it is getting slower. What should I do?
•Follow the “General tips for preventing problems” on page 117.
•Diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled diagnostic software. See “Diagnosing problems” on page 123.
•A recovery tool is provided on your computer hard disk drive or
Print the following sections and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this online help when necessary.
•“Installing a new operating system” on page 99
•“Computer stops responding” on page 123
•“Power problems” on page 134
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