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h System status indicators

i Speakers

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

aIntegrated camera Use the camera for video communication.

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bWireless module The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless radio. antennas (specific

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cComputer display

dOneKey Rescue System button

The LCD display with LED/CCFL backlight provides brilliant visual output.

Press this button to open OneKey Rescue System (If OneKey Rescue System has been preinstalled) when the computer is powered off.

Note: For details, see “Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System” on page 22.

ePower button

fBuilt-in microphone

gTouchpad

Press this button to turn on the computer.

The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings.

The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.

Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 12.

For details, see “System status indicators” on page 16.

The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound.

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Contents

Lenovo G455/G555 First Edition January Copyright Lenovo Respective Users Dear user Explanation of hard disk capacity Contents Working place Important safety information„ Read this first Unpack On using Important safety information Service and upgrades „ Lenovo G555 Getting to know your computer Getting to know your computer „ Lenovo G455 Touchpad Power buttonSpecific models only Models only Computer display VGA port Kensington slotFan louvers RJ-45 port Optical drive Right-side view Microphone jack Headphone jack „ Lenovo G555 „ Lenovo G455Speakers Bottom view Battery latch manual Battery pack Memory/Wireless „ Read the manuals „ Connect to the power„ Configure the operating system Learning the basics Putting your computer into sleep state „ Shutting down your computerLearning the basics „ Removing the battery pack Using AC adapter and battery„ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery Left click button „ Handling the battery G555 „ Numeric keypadG455 „ Function key combinations OneKey Rescue System button a „ OneKey Rescue System button System status indicators Utility „ Using VeriFace„ Using passwords „ Attaching a security lock not supplied Removing a memory card „ Using memory cards not supplied„ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device Inserting a memory card To send files from the computer to the paired device Enabling Bluetooth communicationsPairing with a Bluetooth enabled device „ Hardware connection Using the computer network„ Software configuration Wireless network technology connect without wiring Hardware connection Wi-Fi/WiMax network „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMax specific models onlyUsing the computer network Enabling wireless connection „ Introduction OneKey Rescue SystemOneKey Rescue System Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting When do I need to restore the system to the factory status? TroubleshootingWhat can I do if the backup process fails? Keyboard problems Display problemsPassword problem Computer screen problems Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems Startup problem Troubleshooting Sound problemsBattery problems Hard disk drive problem Your computer does not respond Troubleshooting Other problems Upgrading and replacing devices „ To replace the battery Handling a hard disk drive Upgrading and replacing devices Upgrading and replacing devices 111 Upgrading and replacing devices Removing the optical drive Upgrading and replacing devices Getting help on the Web Appendix A. Getting help and service Getting help around the world Appendix A. Getting help and service Warranty Service Telephone Numbers „ Notice of static-electricity „ Be careful about where and how you workAppendix B. Use and care information „ Handle storage media and drives properly „ Be gentle with your computer„ Carry your computer properly „ For outdoor use „ Other important tips „ Data safety„ Take care in setting passwords „ Questions about vision? Accessibility and comfort„ Ergonomic information „ What if you are traveling? „ General tips for maintenance „ Cleaning your computer display „ Cleaning the cover of your computer„ Cleaning your computer keyboard „ What your service provider will do to correct problems Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty„ What this warranty covers „ How to obtain warranty service Information „ Replacement of a product or partAppendix C. Lenovo limited warranty „ Your additional responsibilities „ Limitation of liability „ What this warranty does not cover„ Use of personal information „ European Economic Area EEA „ Dispute resolution„ Other rights Lenovo Technology B.V. Turkiye Istanbul Subesi „ Lenovo Turkey address Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service „ Types of warranty serviceCustomer Replaceable Unit CRU Service On-site Service Courier or Depot Service Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Product Exchange Service Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs Appendix E. Notices Appendix E. Notices „ Export classification notice Windows Vista Windows XPWindows „ Wireless interoperability Wireless related information „ Usage environment and your health „ Safety information related to Mobile Broadband „ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Electronic emissions notices „ German Class B Compliance Statement „ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement„ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada „ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance „ General recycling statement „ Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics„ Korea Class B Weee and recycling statements „ Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components EU Weee statements Appendix E. Notices „ Read first regulatory information Factory preinstalled Wireless LAN/WiMAX moduleAppendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Lenovo regulatory notice Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice II. Preinstalled integrated Bluetooth module IC Certification number Factory preinstalled Wireless LAN modulesII Preinstalled integrated Bluetooth module „ Canada Industry Canada IC Numéro d’homologation IC Modules de réseaux local sans fil pré-installé à l’usineII Module Bluetooth intégré préinstallé IV Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102 Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement „ Electronic emission notices „ Europe EU Declaration of Conformity Tested To Comply With FCC Standards Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice Appendix F. Lenovo regulatory notice For model BCM94313HMG2L For model AR5B95 For model BCM943225HM For model BCM92046MDGEN Declaration of Conformity Restriction de bande de fréquence de l’Union Européenne EU Frequency band restriction Περιορισμός ζώνης συχνοτήτων ΕΕ Begränsning för EU-frekvensband Takmarkanir ESB á tíðnisviði Restrizzjoni fuq il-faxxa tal-frekwenza ta’ l-UE „ Notice for users in Morocco „ Notice for users in Pakistan„ Notice for users in Ukraine For model BCM943225HM „ Notice for users in in Croatia For model BCM94313HMG2L For model AR5B93 For model AR5B95 For model BCM92046MDGEN BCM94313HMG2L „ Notice for users in Brazil „ Notice for users in Saudi Arabia For model AR5B95 For model AR5B93 For model BCM943225HM For model BCM92046MDGEN „ Notice for users in UAE „ Notice for users in Indonesia „ Notice for users in India „ Notice for users in the Philippines „ Notice for users in Malaysia For model BCM94313HMG2L For model AR5B95 „ Notice for users in Singapore „ Notice for users in Taiwan „ Notice for users in Thailand 100 BCM94313HMG2L, AR5B95, AR5B93, BCM943225HM, BCM92046MDGEN „ Notice for users in South Africa Appendix G. Features and specifications Trademarks 105 Index 106 Do not Return IT to the Store New World. New Thinking.TM