New World. New Thinking
Lenovo 3000 G230
User Guide
Lenovo G230 UG V1.0 coveren1-4
DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE
If your product is not working correctly
LENOVO
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
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Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Top View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Power button
System status indicators
Computer display
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Left-side View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
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
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Bottom View
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
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
„ Numeric Keypad
Using the Keyboard
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
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
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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
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the Internet
„ Using LAN Port
„ Using wireless LAN
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
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„ Using Modem Port Specific model only
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Attaching a Mechanical Lock Optional
Securing Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Using Passwords
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
To Set a Supervisor Password
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
ƒ Hard disk drive HDD password
1 Select Set Supervisor Password, and press the Enter key
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Changing or Removing the Supervisor Password
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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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Hard Disk Passwords
To Set a Hard Disk Password
Changing or Removing the HDD Passwords
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
9 Commit any password to memory, and press the Enter key
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Any changing to the HDD Master password removes HDD User password
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Installing Device Drivers
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Your Computer Batteries
Using the Battery and AC Adapter
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Checking Battery Status
„ Using the AC Adapter
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
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting an External Display
„ Connecting a VGA monitor
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Connecting a Headphone and Audio Device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
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Connecting an External Microphone
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Bluetooth Device
„ Enabling Bluetooth communications
Specific model only
your computer, see Lenovo 3000 G230 Setup Poster
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I contact the Customer Support Center?
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Where can I find warranty information?
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
„ Display Problems
When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen
My screen goes blank while the computer is on
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
ƒ Touch the touch pad ƒ Press any key ƒ Press the Power button
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ A Password Problem
„ Keyboard Problems
I forgot my password
The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly
„ Sleep or Hibernation Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The screen is blank
„ Computer Screen Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
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
Getting Help on the Web
Calling the Customer Support Center
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
The following items are not covered
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
ƒ Machine type and model
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Getting Help Around the World
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
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
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„ Service and Upgrades
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
„ Power Cords and Power Adapters
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information 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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Danger
„ Lithium Coin Cell Battery Notice
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Heat and Product Ventilation
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
ƒ Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Danger
„ CD and DVD Drive Safety
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
„ Electrical Current Safety Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
To connect 1. Turn everything OFF
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Laser Compliance Statement
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
„ Liquid Crystal Display LCD Notice
Caring Your Computer
„ Be Careful about Where and How You Work
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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
„ Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly
„ Data Safety
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ 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
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Accessibility and Comfort
„ Cleaning Your Computer Display
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Ergonomic Information
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
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ How to Obtain Warranty Service
„ What Your Service Provider Will Do to Correct Problems
„ Replacement of a Product or Part
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Use of Personal Information
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Your Additional Responsibilities
„ What this Warranty Does not Cover
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Limitation of Liability
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„ Dispute Resolution
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ 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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Appendix D. Notices
Wireless related information
„ Wireless Interoperability
„ Usage Environment and Your Health
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
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Appendix D. Notices
Electronic Emissions Notices
„ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement
Appendix D. Notices
„ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement
„ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada
Deutschland
„ German Class B Compliance Statement
Appendix D. Notices
„ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance
Appendix D. Notices
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„ Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
„ Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics
„ Korea Class B
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Appendix D. Notices
WEEE and Recycling Statements
„ General Recycling Statement
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EU WEEE Statements
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Japan Recycling Statements
„ Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor
Appendix D. Notices
„ Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers
„ Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components
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Appendix D. Notices
Notice for Users in the U.S.A
Notice on Deleting Data from Your Hard Disk
Appendix D. Notices
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Trademarks
Appendix D. Notices
Index
Keyboard
Password
Problems
Microphone
Index
Wireless LAN
Troubleshooting
Storage Media
Connecting an External Display 