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Read this first	iii
Important safety information	iv
Conditions that require immediate action . . .	iv
Safety guidelines	v
Chapter 1. Getting to know your
computer	1
Top view	1
Left-side view	2
Right-side view	3
Front view	4
Bottom view	5
Status indicators	5
Features	7
Specifications	8
Chapter 2. Using your computer . . . .	9
Frequently asked questions	9
Tips on using your computer	10
Reading the manuals	10
Connecting to power	10
Turning on the computer	10
Configuring the operating system	10
Putting the computer into sleep mode or
shutting it down	11
Using the ac power adapter and the battery pack .	11
Checking the battery status	11
Using the ac power adapter	12
Charging the battery	12
Maximizing the battery life	12
Handling the battery	13
Using the touch pad	14
Using the recovery button	15
Using the keyboard	15
Numeric keypad	15
Function key combinations	16
Connecting to external devices	18
Using the media card reader	18
Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature . . .	18
Chapter 3. Connecting to the
network	19
Wired connection	19
Hardware connection	19
Software configuration	20
Wireless connection	20
Hardware connection	20

Software configuration

21

Chapter 4. You and your computer . . 23

Accessibility and comfort	23
Ergonomic information	23

Chapter 5. Security	25
Attaching a mechanical lock	25
Using passwords	25
Using a fingerprint reader	25

Chapter 6. Recovery overview . . . .	27
Using the OneKey Recovery Pro program on the
Windows 7 operating system	27
Solving recovery problems on the Windows 7
operating system	27
Using the Windows recovery program on the
Windows 8 operating system	28

Chapter 7. Replacing devices	31
Static electricity prevention	31
Replacing the battery	31
Replacing the backup battery	32
Replacing the hard disk drive	35
Replacing a memory module	38
Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless
LAN/WiMAX connection	41
Removing the optical drive	44

Chapter 8. Preventing problems . . .	47
General tips for preventing problems	47
Taking care of your computer	48
Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer
problems	51
Troubleshooting	51
Battery and power problems	51
Computer screen problems	52
Problems with drives and other storage
devices	53
OneKey Recovery Pro program problems . .	54
A password problem	54
A sound problem	55
Other problems	55
Appendix A. Regulatory
information	57
Wireless related information	57
Export classification notice	58

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Lenovo B580, B480 manual Contents

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User Guide Lenovo B480 and B580Safety, Warranty, and Setup Guide Regulatory Notice “Important safety information” on page Appendix D “Notices” on pageFifth Edition December Copyright Lenovo Contents Substances Directive RoHS Appendix B. WEEE and recyclingstatements Appendix C. Restriction of HazardousPrevent your computer from getting wet Read this firstProtect yourself from the heat generated by the ac power adapter Protect yourself from the heat that your computer generatesHandle your computer gently Important safety informationConditions that require immediate action Protect your computer and data when moving itService and upgrades Safety guidelinesDANGER Power cords and power adaptersExtension cords and related devices Plugs and outletsDANGER Power supply statementGeneral battery notice External devicesKeep the battery pack away from fire Rechargeable battery noticeLithium coin cell battery notice Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by LenovoPerchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See Heat and product ventilationAirflow temperatures into the computer should not exceed 35C 95F California Perchlorate InformationTo avoid a shock hazard Electrical current safety informationLaser compliance statement DANGERSafety notice for users in Australia DANGER Using headphones or earphonesAdditional safety information Liquid crystal display LCD noticeNotice for users in the U.S.A Top view Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerRecovery button Left-side viewWireless module antennas Power buttonUSB 3.0 connectors Right-side viewMonitor connector Ethernet connectorac power connector Front viewUSB connector USB connectorBattery Status indicatorsBottom view Battery latch manualFigure 6. Lenovo B480 and B580 status indicators Caps lock indicatorNumeric lock indicator Device access status indicatorPower and battery status indicator FeaturesSpecifications Frequently asked questions Chapter 2. Using your computerReading the manuals Tips on using your computerConnecting to power Configuring the operating systemPutting your computer into sleep mode Putting the computer into sleep mode or shutting it downUsing the ac power adapter and the battery pack Checking the battery statusConnecting the ac power adapter Using the ac power adapterCharging the battery Maximizing the battery lifeKeep the battery pack away from fire Handling the batteryDANGER Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by LenovoKeep it away from children Using the touch padFigure 9. Lenovo B480 and B580 recovery button Using the recovery buttonUsing the keyboard Numeric keypadFor Lenovo B480 models Function key combinationsLaunching the camera and audio settings Fn+Esc Power conservation Fn+F1Volume keys Fn + left/right arrow Switching the display output location Fn+F3Wireless radio control Fn+F5 Adjusting display brightness level Fn + up/down arrowInserting a flash media card Connecting to external devicesUsing the media card reader Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics featureCable Chapter 3. Connecting to the networkWired connection Hardware connectionSoftware configuration Wireless connectionHardware connection Chapter 3. Connecting to the network Software configuration22 User Guide Accessibility and comfort Chapter 4. You and your computerErgonomic information What if you are traveling? Questions about vision?24 User Guide Attaching a mechanical lock Using passwordsUsing a fingerprint reader Chapter 5. Security26 User Guide Solving recovery problems on the Windows 7 operating system Chapter 6. Recovery overviewChange PC settings General Using the Windows recovery program on the Windows 8 operating systemChange PC settings General Change PC settings GeneralChapter 6. Recovery overview 30 User Guide Replacing the battery Chapter 7. Replacing devicesStatic electricity prevention Keep the battery pack away from fire Replacing the backup batteryPrerequisites for the procedure DANGER Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by LenovoDo not expose it to excessive heat Do not expose it to water or rain Prerequisites for the procedure DANGERReplace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo Keep the battery pack away from fire34 User Guide Lenovo B580Replacing the hard disk drive Prerequisites for the procedureLenovo B480 4. Remove the screws Lenovo B580 38 User Guide Replacing a memory modulePrerequisites for the procedure Lenovo B4808. Pivot the memory module downward until it snaps into place 40 User Guide Lenovo B580Lenovo B480 Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN/WiMAX connectionPrerequisites for the procedure DANGER DANGER42 User Guide Lenovo B580 Removing the optical drive Lenovo B48044 User Guide Lenovo B580 46 User Guide General tips for preventing problems Chapter 8. Preventing problemsCarry your computer properly Taking care of your computerBe careful about where and how you work Be gentle with your computerData protection Take care in setting passwordsClean the cover of your computer Handle storage media and drives properlyBe sure not to modify your computer Cleaning your computer keyboardCleaning your computer display Registering your computerBattery problems Chapter 9. Troubleshooting computer problemsTroubleshooting Battery and power problemsSleep and hibernation problems Computer screen problemsAn ac power adapter problem A startup problemIncorrect characters are displayed on the screen Problems with drives and other storage devicesHard disk drive problems The screen is unreadable or distortedBackup cannot be made OneKey Recovery Pro program problemsA password problem Optical drive problemsThe computer does not start from a device you want A sound problemOther problems Your computer does not respond56 User Guide Wireless related information Appendix A. Regulatory informationWireless interoperability Usage environment and your health Export classification noticeElectronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission FCC Declaration of ConformityIndustry Canada Class B emission compliance statement German Class B compliance statement Deutschsprachiger EU HinweisDeutschland Lenovo product service information for Taiwan Korea Class B compliance statementJapan VCCI Class B compliance statement Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor Appendix B. WEEE and recycling statementsChina WEEE statement Important WEEE Information Japan recycling statementsDisposing of disused lithium batteries from Lenovo computers Recycling information for BrazilDisposing of a disused battery pack from Lenovo notebook computers Disposing of Lenovo computer componentsAppendix B. WEEE and recycling statements Battery recycling information for the European UnionBattery recycling information for the United States and Canada Battery recycling information for Taiwan64 User Guide Appendix C. Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS China RoHS Turkish RoHSUkraine RoHS RoHS compliant as per E-Waste Management & Handling Rules India RoHSAppendix D. Notices Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building OneMorrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing Trademarks ENERGY STAR model informationAppendix D. Notices Windows70 User Guide Index 72 User Guide Page Part Number Printed in China 1P P/N