Lenovo B550
User Guide
Notes
First Edition January Copyright Lenovo
Dear user
Explanation of hard disk capacity
Dear user
Chapter 1. Getting to know your
Contents
Appendix F. Features and
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing
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Important safety information
Important safety information
Danger
Danger
Important safety information
Correct usage procedures
Danger
Service and upgrades
Important safety information
Danger
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view
c System status
aPower button
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
select models only
b Fan louvers
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
a Kensington slot
c RJ-45port
b Optical drive
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
a USB port
Right-sideview
aSpeakers
bIntegrated wireless device switch
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
cMicrophone jack dHeadphone jack
d Battery latch
a Battery latch
b Battery pack
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Configuring the operating system
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Connecting to the power
Installing the battery pack
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Shutting down your computer
Putting your computer into sleep state
Charging the battery
Using AC adapter and battery
Checking battery status
Removing the battery pack
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Handling the battery
Using the touchpad
a Touchpad
Function key combinations
Using the keyboard
Numeric keypad
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Enter sleep mode
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
OneKey Rescue system button
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Special button
b Num lock indicator
System status indicators
a Caps lock indicator
c Power status indicator
Attaching a security lock not supplied
Using VeriFace
Using passwords
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Enabling Bluetooth communications
Connecting external devices
Connecting a universal serial bus USB device
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Hardware connection
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Software configuration
Cable
Software configuration
Wireless connection
Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue system
Introduction
How can I prevent problems with my computer?
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Frequently asked questions
Where are the recovery discs?
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
What can I do if the backup process fails?
A Password problem
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Display problems
Troubleshooting
Computer screen problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Sleep or hibernation problems
The screen is blank
A hard disk drive problem
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sound problems
Battery problems
A startup problem
Your computer does not respond
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Other problems
The connected external device does not work
Replacing the battery
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
To replace the battery, do the following
Handling a hard disk drive
Replacing the hard disk drive
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
To replace the hard disk drive, do the following
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
5Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow c
To install an SO-DIMM,do the following
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
9Tighten the screws 0Reinstall the battery
a b a
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Removing the optical drive
To remove the optical drive, do the following
Setup Poster
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Calling the customer support center
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Getting help around the world
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers
Warranty Service Telephone Numbers
Caring for your computer
Appendix B. Use, and care information
Be careful about where and how you work
Notice of static-electricity
For outdoor use
Be gentle with your computer
Carry your computer properly
Handle storage media and drives properly
Other important tips
Data safety
Take care in setting passwords
Appendix B. Use, and care information
What if you are traveling?
Accessibility and comfort
Ergonomic information
Questions about vision?
General tips for maintenance
Appendix B. Use, and care information
Cleaning your computer display
Cleaning the cover of your computer
Cleaning your computer keyboard
Appendix B. Use, and care information
What this warranty covers
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
How to obtain warranty service
Your additional responsibilities
Replacement of a product or part
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
information.”
Use of personal information
What this warranty does not cover
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Limitation of liability
Other rights
Dispute resolution
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
European Economic Area EEA
Manufactured by: China
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Suplemento de Garantía para México
Tel: +86-512-5735-5000 Marketed by
Warranty period
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Warranty information
Types of warranty service
1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service
Types of warranty service
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
2 On-siteService
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
5Product Exchange Service
Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs
1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NC
Appendix E. Notices
Lenovo United States, Inc
U.S.A Attention: Lenovo Director of Licensing
Export classification notice
Appendix E. Notices
Windows
ENERGY STAR model information
Appendix E. Notices
Windows XP
Wireless interoperability
Wireless related information
Appendix E. Notices
Usage environment and your health
Safety information related to Mobile Broadband
Appendix E. Notices
Note to CATV system installer
Products with television tuner options installed
Note to CATV system installer
Appendix E. Notices
Appendix E. Notices
This warranty does not cover the following
Danger
Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement
Electronic emissions notices
Appendix E. Notices
German Class B Compliance Statement
Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Lenovo Product Service Information
Appendix E. Notices
WEEE and recycling statements
Türkiye EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygunluk Beyanı
Korea Class B
General recycling statement
Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components
Japan recycling statements
EU WEEE statements
Appendix E. Notices
Notice for users in the U.S.A
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk
Appendix E. Notices
Form Factor
Appendix F. Features and specifications
Model Name: Lenovo B550
System
Lenovo Veriface OneKey
Index
Index
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