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Troubleshooting
Specifications
Install
FAQ
Warranty
Software configuration
Wireless module antennas
Solving recovery problems on the Windows 7 operating system
Resetting your computer settings
Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER
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Contents
Lenovo B490 and B590
User Guide
First Edition October Copyright Lenovo
Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice
“Important safety information” on page Appendix D “Notices” on page
Contents
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling
statements
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous
Substances Directive RoHS
Read this first
Protect yourself from the heat generated by the ac power adapter
Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generates
Prevent your computer from getting wet
Important safety information
Conditions that require immediate action
Protect your computer and data when moving it
Handle your computer gently
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Safety guidelines
Service and upgrades
Power cords and power adapters
Extension cords and related devices
Plugs and outlets
DANGER
Power supply statement
General battery notice
External devices
DANGER
Rechargeable battery notice
Lithium coin cell battery notice
Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Heat and product ventilation
Airflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35C 95F
California Perchlorate Information
Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See
Electrical current safety information
Laser compliance statement
DANGER
To avoid a shock hazard
Using headphones or earphones
Additional safety information
Liquid crystal display LCD notice
DANGER
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view
Left-side view
Wireless module antennas
Power button
Recovery button
Right-side view
Monitor connector
Ethernet connector
HDMI connector
Front view
USB connectors
ac power connector
Status indicators
Status indicators
Bottom view
Battery latch manual
Battery
Caps Lock indicator
Numeric Lock indicator
Device access status indicator
Figure 6. Status indicators of Lenovo B490 and B590
Features
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Specifications
Chapter 2. Using your computer
Frequently asked questions
Tips on using your computer
Connecting to power
Configuring the operating system
Reading the manuals
Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack
Checking the battery status
2. Click Settings
2. Click Settings
Using the ac power adapter
Charging the battery
Maximizing the battery life
Connecting the ac power adapter
Handling the battery
DANGER Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack
Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Using the touch pad
Using the keyboard
Numeric keypad
Keep it away from children
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Using the recovery button
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Function key combinations
Launching the camera and audio settings Fn+Esc
Volume controls Fn + Left/Right arrow
Adjusting display brightness level Fn + Up/Down arrow
Connecting to external devices
Using the media card reader
Display backlight feature Fn+F2
Switching the display output location Fn+F3
Using USB connectors
Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature
Inserting a flash media card
Removing a flash media card
Chapter 3. Connecting to the network
Wired connection
Hardware connection
Cable
Hardware connection
Software configuration
Wireless connection
Software configuration
Chapter 3. Connecting to the network
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Ergonomic information
Accessibility and comfort
Chapter 4. You and your computer
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What if you are traveling?
Questions about vision?
Attaching a mechanical lock
Using passwords
Chapter 5. Security
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Chapter 6. Recovery overview
Solving recovery problems on the Windows 7 operating system
Using the Windows recovery program on the Windows 8 operating system
Refreshing your computer settings
Change PC settings General
Resetting your computer settings
Chapter 6. Recovery overview
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Static electricity prevention
Replacing the battery
Chapter 7. Replacing devices
Replacing the backup battery
Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER
Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER
Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Keep the battery pack away from fire
Do not expose it to excessive heat Do not expose it to water or rain
Replacing the hard disk drive
Prerequisites for the procedure
Replacing a memory module
Prerequisites for the procedure
4. Remove the screws
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Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connection
Prerequisites for the procedure DANGER
Removing the optical drive
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5. Remove the screw
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Chapter 8. Preventing problems
General tips for preventing problems
Taking care of your computer
Be careful about where and how you work
Be gentle with your computer
Carry your computer properly
Take care in setting passwords
Clean the cover of your computer
Chapter 8. Preventing problems
Handle storage media and drives properly
Cleaning your computer keyboard
Cleaning your computer display
Registering your computer
Be sure not to modify your computer
Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problems
Troubleshooting
Battery and power problems
Battery problems
Computer screen problems
An ac power adapter problem
A startup problem
Sleep and hibernation problems
Problems with drives and other storage devices
Hard disk drive problems
The screen is unreadable or distorted
Incorrect characters are displayed on the screen
OneKey Recovery Pro program problems
A password problem
Optical drive problems
Backup cannot be made
A sound problem
Other problems
Your computer does not respond
The computer does not start from a device you want
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Wireless interoperability
Wireless related information
Appendix A. Regulatory information
ENERGY STAR model information
Usage environment and your health
Federal Communications Commission FCC Declaration of Conformity
Export classification notice
Electronic emission notices
Deutschland
Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement
German Class B compliance statement Deutschsprachiger EU Hinweis
Japan VCCI Class B compliance statement
Lenovo product service information for Taiwan
Korea Class B compliance statement
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Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
China WEEE statement Important WEEE Information
Japan recycling statements
Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor
Recycling information for Brazil
Disposing of a disused battery pack from Lenovo notebook computers
Disposing of Lenovo computer components
Disposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers
Battery recycling information for the European Union
Battery recycling information for the United States and Canada
Battery recycling information for Taiwan
Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statements
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Ukraine RoHS
Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS
China RoHS Turkish RoHS
India RoHS
RoHS compliant as per E-Waste Management & Handling Rules
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix D. Notices
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Trademarks
Index
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