Upgrading and replacing devices | Lenovo G555, G455 specs

Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices

Replacing the hard disk drive ------------------------------------------------------------------------------

You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.

Notes:

•Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping.

•The preinstalled softwares are not included on an optional hard disk drive.

Handling a hard disk drive

•Do not drop the drive or subject it to physical shocks. Put the drive on a material, such as soft cloth, that absorbs the physical shock.

•Do not apply pressure to the cover of the drive.

•Do not touch the connector.

The drive is very sensitive. Incorrect handling can cause damage and permanent loss of data on the hard disk. Before removing the hard disk drive, make a backup copy of all the information on the hard disk, and then turn the computer off. Never remove the drive while the system is operating, in sleep mode, or in hibernation mode.

To replace the hard disk drive, do the following:

1Turn off the computer; then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer.

2Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over.

3Remove the battery pack.

4Remove the screws that secure the hard disk drive slot cover a.

5Remove the cover b.

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Lenovo G555, G455 manual Upgrading and replacing devices, Handling a hard disk drive

Contents

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