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