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Lenovo Y450 manual Getting to know your computer, Security keyhole, Fan louvers

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

Security keyhole

Your computer comes with a security keyhole. You can purchase a security cable and lock to fit this keyhole.

Note:

Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible with this type of security keyhole.

VGA port	37
HDMI™ port	38
USB port	31
Fan louvers
Important:
Make sure that any of the fan louvers are not blocked or else
overheating of the computer may occur.
RJ-45 port	23

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Lenovo Y450 manual Getting to know your computer, Security keyhole, Fan louvers, overheating of the computer may occur

Contents

User Guide Lenovo IdeaPad Y450Copyright Lenovo 2009. All rights reserved First Edition NovemberENERGY STAR model information Advanced power settings Power plan BalancedWindows XP Windows VistaExplanation of hard disk capacity Page Chapter 2. Using your computer ContentsChapter 3. Using external devices Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerChapter 4. Troubleshooting ContentsChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information Appendix C. SpecificationsAppendix D. Notices ContentsIndex Top view Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerSystem status indicators Wireless LAN antennasPower button Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-sideviewSecurity keyhole Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerFan louvers overheating of the computer may occurChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-sideviewIEEE 1394 connector AC power adapter jackChapter 1. Getting to know your computer eSATA portChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Front viewIntegrated wireless device switch System status indicatorsChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Microphone jack externalChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom viewBattery latch - manual Battery latch - spring loadedBattery pack Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerUsing the touchpad Chapter 2. Using your computerY450 „Gestures Chapter 2. Using your computerChiralMotion Pinch„Palm Check Chapter 2. Using your computerChapter 2. Using your computer Using the keyboard„Numeric keypad „Function key combinations Chapter 2. Using your computerIncrease/decrease computer volume Chapter 2. Using your computerFn + PrtSc/SysRq System request Fn +Special keys and buttons Chapter 2. Using your computer„Touch inductive panel with multi-mediabuttons Open Dolby function setup screen Chapter 2. Using your computerMute/unmute the sound Decrease computer volume Increase computer volumeChapter 2. Using your computer Using the optical drive„OneKey Rescue System button For details, see OneKey Rescue System User GuideChapter 2. Using your computer Using memory cards„Inserting a memory card Chapter 2. Using your computer„Removing a memory card Using the integrated camera Using Lenovo remote specific models onlyChapter 2. Using your computer „Using RJ-45port Using the InternetChapter 2. Using your computer Chapter 2. Using your computer „Using wireless LANSecuring your computer Chapter 2. Using your computer„Attaching a security lock optional „Using passwords „Using VeriFaceChapter 2. Using your computer Using battery and AC adapter Installing device drivers„Checking battery status Chapter 2. Using your computerChapter 2. Using your computer „Using the AC adapterChapter 2. Using your computer „Charging the batteryChapter 2. Using your computer „Handling the batteryDanger DangerConnecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device Chapter 3. Using external devicesChapter 3. Using external devices Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an eSATA deviceChapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an IEEE 1394 deviceChapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an ExpressCard/34 device„Inserting an ExpressCard device Chapter 3. Using external devices„Removing an ExpressCard device „Connecting a VGA monitor Connecting an external displayChapter 3. Using external devices Chapter 3. Using external devices „Connecting an HDMI monitorChapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a headphone and audio deviceListening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearing Chapter 3. Using external devicesChapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an external microphoneChapter 3. Using external devices „Enabling Bluetooth communicationsFrequently asked questions Chapter 4. TroubleshootingWhere are the recovery discs? Chapter 4. TroubleshootingWhere can I find warranty information? How can I contact the Customer Support Center?„Display problems TroubleshootingChapter 4. Troubleshooting My screen goes blank while the computer is on Chapter 4. Troubleshooting„Keyboard problems „A password problemChapter 4. Troubleshooting I forgot my passwordChapter 4. Troubleshooting „Sleep or hibernation problemsThe computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly Chapter 4. Troubleshooting „Computer screen problemsThe screen is blank The screen is unreadable or distorted Chapter 4. TroubleshootingIncorrect characters appear on the screen „Battery problems „Sound problemsChapter 4. Troubleshooting „A startup problem „A hard disk drive problemChapter 4. Troubleshooting The battery does not chargeChapter 4. Troubleshooting „Other problemsYour computer does not respond Getting help and service Chapter 5. Getting help and serviceChapter 5. Getting help and service Calling the Customer Support CenterGetting help on the Web The following items are not covered Chapter 5. Getting help and serviceƒMachine Type and Model Chapter 5. Getting help and serviceGetting help around the world Chapter 5. Getting help and serviceImportant safety information Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Conditions that require immediate action Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Safety guidelinesChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Service and upgradesDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Power cords and power adaptersDanger terminals and/or the connector terminals on a power adapter, which can eventually result in overheating Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Extension cords and related devices Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Plugs and outlets DangerChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Power supply statementDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Lithium coin cell battery noticeDanger „Heat and product ventilation Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger ƒDo not restrict or block any ventilation openings Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „CD and DVD drive safetyDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Electrical current safety informationDanger To connect 1.Turn everything OFF Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Laser compliance statement Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationWhen a CD or DVD drive is installed, note the following handling instructions Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger Danger„Liquid Crystal Display LCD notice Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Be careful about where and how you workCaring your computer ƒPlace liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from water to avoid the danger of electrical shock Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationPrevent others from touching components Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Be gentle with your computer Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Carry your computer properly „For outdoor useChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Data safety„Handle storage media and drives properly Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Take care in setting passwords„Other important tips Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Cleaning the cover of your computerChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Cleaning your computer keyboard„Cleaning your computer display Accessibility and comfortChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Ergonomic information Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationGeneral Posture Below are some general recommendations for assuming a healthy working posture. It is best to periodically make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods of working in the same position. Frequent, short breaks from your work will also help to prevent any minor discomfort associated with your working posture Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information Maintenance„What if you are traveling? „Questions about vision?Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „General tips for maintenanceƒBoot into the BIOS and load the default settings Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationhardware component on your computer has its own specific driver. If you add a new component, the operating system needs to be instructed on how to operate that piece of hardware. After you install the driver, the operating system can recognize the hardware component and understand how to use it Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„What this warranty covers Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „How to obtain warranty serviceAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Replacement of a product or part“Warranty Information.” „Your additional responsibilities Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty„Use of personal information Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „What this warranty does not cover„Limitation of liability Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Dispute resolution„Other rights Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty„European Economic Area EEA „Suplemento de Garantía para México Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyManufactured by China Shanghai, China Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyMarketed by CP TelAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty Warranty InformationAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Types of warranty service1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” service 2On-siteservice Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty3Courier or depot service 4Customer carry-inor mail-inservice5Product exchange service Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty Lenovo warranty service telephone numbersWarranty service telephone numbers South Africa Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs Specifications Appendix C. SpecificationsEnvironment ƒ Temperature SizeBattery pack Appendix C. SpecificationsLenovo United States, Inc Appendix D. Notices1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of LicensingAppendix D. Notices „Television output notice „Export classification noticeAppendix D. Notices „Wireless interoperability Wireless related informationAppendix D. Notices ƒFile Transfer ƒSynchronization ƒAudio Gateway Appendix D. NoticesƒHeadset ƒPrinter ƒHuman Interface Devices Keyboard/MouseAppendix D. Notices „Usage environment and your health„Federal Communications Commission FCC statement Electronic emissions noticesAppendix D. Notices Responsible party Appendix D. Notices „German Class B compliance statementInformationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. 1 Appendix D. NoticesAppendix D. Notices „Korea Class B „Japanese VCCI Class B statementAppendix D. Notices „General recycling statement WEEE and recycling statementsAppendix D. Notices Appendix D. Notices EU WEEE statementsAppendix D. Notices Japan recycling statementsAppendix D. Notices „Disposing of a Lenovo computer componentsNotice for users in the U.S.A Notice on deleting data from your hard diskAppendix D. Notices Appendix D. Notices ƒUsing the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-shipstateTrademarks Appendix D. NoticesIndex Page Index LENOVO If your product is not working correctlyDO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE Lenovo China P/N New World. New Thinking.TM