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