New World. New Thinking
Lenovo 3000 G230
User Guide
Lenovo G230 UG V1.0 coveren1-4
LENOVO
If your product is not working correctly
DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE
ENERGY STAR model information
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Explanation of Hard Disk Capacity
II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
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Chapter
Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to
Chapter
Appendix C. Specifications
Contents
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited
Top View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
a b c d e
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Power button
System status indicators
Computer display
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Left-side View
e f g
Fan louvers
Wireless device switch
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
The fan louvers allow heated air to exit the computer
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
AC power adapter jack
Right-side View
Security keyhole
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Built-in speakers for rich powerful sound
Front View
Speakers
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Bottom View
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ƒ Central Processor Unit CPU
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Battery latch - manual
Battery latch - spring loaded
ƒ Memory RAM compartment
ƒ WLAN cards compartment
ƒ Bluetooth module compartment
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
ƒ Hard Disk Drive compartment
„ Putting Your Computer to Sleep
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Putting Your Computer to Sleep or Shutting It Down
„ Shutting Down Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
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Using the Touch Pad
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the Keyboard
„ Numeric Keypad
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Function Key Combinations
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Fn + PrtSc/SysRq System request
„ Function buttons
Special Keys and Buttons
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
a b c d
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ OneKey Rescue System button
„ Playing CDs/DVDs Disc Media
Using the Optical Drive
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Copying files to CDs/DVDs Discs Specific model only
Using Memory Cards
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Inserting a Memory Card
Using the Integrated Camera
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Removing a Memory Card
„ Using LAN Port
Using the Internet
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Using wireless LAN
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Using Modem Port Specific model only
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Securing Your Computer
„ Attaching a Mechanical Lock Optional
„ Using Passwords
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
ƒ Hard disk drive HDD password
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
To Set a Supervisor Password
Changing or Removing the Supervisor Password
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
1 Select Set Supervisor Password, and press the Enter key
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer To set a User Password
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Changing or Removing the User Password
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To Set a Hard Disk Password
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Hard Disk Passwords
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9 Commit any password to memory, and press the Enter key
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Changing or Removing the HDD Passwords
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Any changing to the HDD Master password removes HDD User password
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Installing Device Drivers
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the Battery and AC Adapter
„ Your Computer Batteries
„ Using the AC Adapter
„ Checking Battery Status
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
1 Connect the power cord to the transformer pack
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Charging the Battery
„ Handling the Battery
Danger
Danger
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Danger
ƒ Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Danger
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB Device
Connecting a PC Card Device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
„ Removing a PCI Express card
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
„ Inserting a PCI Express card
1 Push the slot cover in and then remove the cover
„ Connecting a VGA monitor
Connecting an External Display
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Headphone and Audio Device
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Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting an External Microphone
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Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Bluetooth Device
„ Enabling Bluetooth communications
Specific model only
Frequently Asked Questions
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
your computer, see Lenovo 3000 G230 Setup Poster
Where can I find warranty information?
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
How can I contact the Customer Support Center?
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
„ Display Problems
When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen
ƒ Touch the touch pad ƒ Press any key ƒ Press the Power button
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
My screen goes blank while the computer is on
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ A Password Problem
„ Keyboard Problems
I forgot my password
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ Sleep or Hibernation Problems
The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ Computer Screen Problems
The screen is blank
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The screen is unreadable or distorted
3 Click the Advanced Settings button
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Incorrect characters appear on the screen
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ Sound Problems
„ Battery Problems
Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ A Hard Disk Drive Problem
„ A Startup Problem
The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery
Your computer does not respond
„ Other Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The computer does not start from a device you want
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Getting Help and Service
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Calling the Customer Support Center
Getting Help on the Web
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
The following items are not covered
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
ƒ Machine type and model
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Getting Help Around the World
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Important Safety Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Conditions That Require Immediate Action
„ Safety Guidelines
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Service and Upgrades
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
„ Power Cords and Power Adapters
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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„ Plugs and Outlets
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Extension Cords and Related Devices
Danger
Danger
„ Power Supply Statement
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Lithium Coin Cell Battery Notice
Danger
„ Heat and Product Ventilation
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
ƒ Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ CD and DVD Drive Safety
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Electrical Current Safety Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
To connect 1. Turn everything OFF
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Laser Compliance Statement
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
„ Liquid Crystal Display LCD Notice
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Be Careful about Where and How You Work
Caring Your Computer
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge
„ Carry Your Computer Properly
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Be Gentle with Your Computer
„ For outdoor use
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Data Safety
„ Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly
„ Other Important Tips
„ Take Care in Setting Passwords
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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„ Cleaning the Cover of Your Computer
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Cleaning Your Computer Keyboard
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Cleaning Your Computer Display
Accessibility and Comfort
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Ergonomic Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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„ What If You are Traveling?
Maintenance
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Questions about Vision?
„ General Tips for Maintenance
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
ƒ Update device drivers and BIOS when needed
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
ƒ Turn off the computer and start the recovery process
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ What this Warranty Covers
„ What Your Service Provider Will Do to Correct Problems
„ How to Obtain Warranty Service
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Replacement of a Product or Part
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Your Additional Responsibilities
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Use of Personal Information
„ What this Warranty Does not Cover
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Limitation of Liability
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Dispute Resolution
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„ European Economic Area EEA
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Other Rights
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Warranty Period
Warranty Information
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Type of Warranty Service
1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service
„ Types of Warranty Service
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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3 Courier or Depot Service
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
2 On-site Service
4 Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service
5 Product Exchange Service
Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Warranty Service Telephone Numbers
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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http//consumersupport.lenovo.com
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
ƒ the Republic of Kazakhstan +7 727 +7 727
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Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs
Battery pack
Appendix C. Specifications
Specifications
Size Environment
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Appendix D. Notices
Notices
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix D. Notices
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Appendix D. Notices
„ Export classification notice
„ Television output notice
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„ Wireless Interoperability
Wireless related information
Appendix D. Notices
„ Usage Environment and Your Health
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
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„ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement
Electronic Emissions Notices
Appendix D. Notices
„ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada
„ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
„ German Class B Compliance Statement
Deutschland
„ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
„ Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
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Appendix D. Notices
„ Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics
„ Korea Class B
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„ General Recycling Statement
WEEE and Recycling Statements
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
EU WEEE Statements
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„ Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor
Japan Recycling Statements
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
„ Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers
„ Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components
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Notice on Deleting Data from Your Hard Disk
Notice for Users in the U.S.A
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
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Appendix D. Notices
Trademarks
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Index
Keyboard
Password
Problems
Microphone
Index
Wireless LAN
Troubleshooting
Storage Media
