Learning the basics | Lenovo U455 specs

Chapter 2. Learning the basics

If your computer is on battery power and you want to conserve battery power, use the integrated GPU. To switch to the integrated GPU:

•Slide the GPU switch to UMA. ( ← )

•A dialog box may appear on the screen to inform you of this change in GPU. Click OK to confirm this change.

Attention:

• Always perform GPU switching under Windows operating system.

Notes:

•The screen might go blank for a few seconds during GPU switch.

•To gain the best quality of video output, switch to discrete GPU before connecting an external display device through HDMI cable.

•Some Direct3D applications running in full-screen mode might not be able to detect the switch in GPU, resulting in a blank screen. Switch GPU before running these applications.

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Lenovo U455 manual Learning the basics

Contents

Lenovo IdeaPad U455 First Edition December Copyright Lenovo Dear user Explanation of hard disk capacity Page Page Contents Appendix C. Lenovo limited Contents Appendix B. Use and careAppendix F. Features 120 „ Read this first Important safety informationImportant safety information Iii Important safety information Unpack Important safety information Working place Important safety information Correct usage procedures Important safety information Vii Important safety information Service and upgrades Viii Getting to know your computer Integrated Power buttonGetting to know your computer Camera Reader TouchpadFingerprint Left-side view Adapter jack Right-side view Bottom view SIM card slot Select models only Battery packCompartment Battery latch Memory Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet „ Connecting to the powerInstalling the battery pack Learning the basics Learning the basics „ Configuring the operating system„ Turning on the computer Putting your computer into sleep state „ Shutting down your computer „ Charging the battery Using AC adapter and battery„ Checking battery status „ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the battery Right click button Using the touchpadLeft click button Two-Finger Scrolling „ GesturesPinch zoom Rotating Learning the basics Three-Finger Flick Using the keyboard „ Numeric keypad „ Function key combinations Fn + F2 Fn + EscFn + F1 Fn + F3 Connecting external devices „ Using memory cards not supplied „ Removing a memory card „ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device„ Inserting a memory card „ Connecting a Bluetooth device Select models only Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer Switching GPU Select models only Learning the basics Special keys and buttons Volume buttons ~ Learning the basics OneKey Rescue system button Touchpad indicator System status indicatorsIndicator Securing your computer „ Attaching a security lock not supplied „ Using VeriFace „ Using passwords „ Fingerprint reader Using the Internet Wired connection „ Hardware connection „ Software configurationUsing the Internet Cable Wireless connection Wi-Fi Software configuration „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMax Select models onlyEnabling wireless connection Hardware connection „ Using Mobile Broadband Select models only Inserting the SIM card Removing the SIM card Using the Internet „ Introduction OneKey Rescue systemOneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs? What can I do if the backup process fails? Troubleshooting Display problems Problems with GPU switching Computer is on Sleep or hibernation problems Troubleshooting Password problemKeyboard problems Mode immediately after Troubleshooting Computer screen problems Sound problems Startup problem Troubleshooting Battery problemsHard disk drive problem Troubleshooting OneKey Rescue system problems Other problems Connected external Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the batteryTo replace the battery, do the following Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing the hard disk drive Handling a hard disk drive Upgrading and replacing devices Upgrading and replacing devices Upgrading and replacing devices Replacing memory Upgrading and replacing devices Upgrading and replacing devices Upgrading and replacing devices Upgrading and replacing devices Appendix A. Getting help and service Appendix A. Getting help and service Getting help on the Web Appendix A. Getting help and service Appendix A. Getting help and service Getting help around the world Caring for your computer „ Be careful about where and how you workAppendix B. Use and care information „ Notice of static-electricity Appendix B. Use and care information „ Be gentle with your computer „ Carry your computer properly „ For outdoor use „ Handle storage media and drives properly „ Other important tips „ Data safety„ Take care in setting passwords Appendix B. Use and care information Accessibility and comfort „ Ergonomic information „ What if you are traveling? „ Questions about vision? Maintenance „ General tips for maintenance Appendix B. Use and care information „ Cleaning the cover of your computer „ Cleaning your computer keyboard „ Cleaning your computer display Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty „ What this warranty covers Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty „ How to obtain warranty service„ What your service provider will do to correct problems Information „ Replacement of a product or part „ Your additional responsibilities „ Use of personal information „ What this warranty does not cover „ Limitation of liability „ Dispute resolution „ Other rights „ European Economic Area EEA „ Lenovo Turkey address Lenovo Technology B.V. Turkiye Istanbul Subesi Warranty information „ Types of warranty service Customer Replaceable Unit CRU Service Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty On-site ServiceCourier or Depot Service Product Exchange Service Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs Appendix E. Notices Appendix E. Notices „ Export classification notice 100 Energy Star model information 101 102 Windows 103 Wireless related information„ Wireless interoperability „ Usage environment and your health 104 „ Safety information related to Mobile Broadband 105 106 107 Electronic emissions notices„ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement „ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement 108 109 „ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada„ German Class B Compliance Statement 110 „ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance 111 112 113 „ Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics„ Korea Class B 114 Weee and recycling statements„ General recycling statement EU Weee statements 115 Japan recycling statements 116 „ Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components 117 118 119 Model Name IdeaPad U455 Appendix F. Features and Specifications120 Form Factor Others Appendix F. Features and Specifications Ports121 Trademarks 122 Index 123 124 Index 125 Page Do not Return IT to the Store If your product is not working correctly New World. New Thinking.TM