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Lenovo Y450 Getting to know your computer, AC power adapter jack, IEEE 1394 connector, eSATA port

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

IEEE 1394 connector	34
eSATA port	33
Optical drive	19
AC power adapter jack

Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and charge the battery pack.

Note:

To prevent damage to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied AC adapter only.

ExpressCard®/34 slot	35
USB port	31

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Lenovo Y450 Getting to know your computer, AC power adapter jack, IEEE 1394 connector, eSATA port, ExpressCard/34 slot

Contents

User Guide Lenovo IdeaPad Y450Copyright Lenovo 2009. All rights reserved First Edition NovemberENERGY STAR model information Windows Vista Power plan BalancedAdvanced power settings Windows XPExplanation of hard disk capacity Page Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ContentsChapter 2. Using your computer Chapter 3. Using external devicesAppendix C. Specifications ContentsChapter 4. Troubleshooting Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationContents Appendix D. NoticesIndex Top view Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Wireless LAN antennasSystem status indicators Power buttonChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-sideviewoverheating of the computer may occur Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerSecurity keyhole Fan louversChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-sidevieweSATA port AC power adapter jackIEEE 1394 connector Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Front viewMicrophone jack external System status indicatorsIntegrated wireless device switch Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom viewChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Battery latch - spring loadedBattery latch - manual Battery packChapter 2. Using your computer Using the touchpadY450 Pinch Chapter 2. Using your computer„Gestures ChiralMotion„Palm Check Chapter 2. Using your computerUsing the keyboard Chapter 2. Using your computer„Numeric keypad „Function key combinations Chapter 2. Using your computerFn + Chapter 2. Using your computerIncrease/decrease computer volume Fn + PrtSc/SysRq System requestChapter 2. Using your computer Special keys and buttons„Touch inductive panel with multi-mediabuttons Increase computer volume Chapter 2. Using your computerOpen Dolby function setup screen Mute/unmute the sound Decrease computer volumeFor details, see OneKey Rescue System User Guide Using the optical driveChapter 2. Using your computer „OneKey Rescue System buttonChapter 2. Using your computer Using memory cardsChapter 2. Using your computer „Inserting a memory card„Removing a memory card Using Lenovo remote specific models only Using the integrated cameraChapter 2. Using your computer Using the Internet „Using RJ-45portChapter 2. Using your computer Chapter 2. Using your computer „Using wireless LANChapter 2. Using your computer Securing your computer„Attaching a security lock optional „Using VeriFace „Using passwordsChapter 2. Using your computer Chapter 2. Using your computer Installing device driversUsing battery and AC adapter „Checking battery statusChapter 2. Using your computer „Using the AC adapterChapter 2. Using your computer „Charging the batteryDanger „Handling the batteryChapter 2. Using your computer 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 deviceChapter 3. Using external devices „Inserting an ExpressCard device„Removing an ExpressCard device Connecting an external display „Connecting a VGA monitorChapter 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. TroubleshootingHow can I contact the Customer Support Center? Chapter 4. TroubleshootingWhere are the recovery discs? Where can I find warranty information?Troubleshooting „Display problemsChapter 4. Troubleshooting My screen goes blank while the computer is on Chapter 4. TroubleshootingI forgot my password „A password problem„Keyboard problems Chapter 4. Troubleshooting„Sleep or hibernation problems Chapter 4. TroubleshootingThe computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly „Computer screen problems Chapter 4. TroubleshootingThe screen is blank Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The screen is unreadable or distortedIncorrect characters appear on the screen „Sound problems „Battery problemsChapter 4. Troubleshooting The battery does not charge „A hard disk drive problem„A startup problem Chapter 4. Troubleshooting„Other problems Chapter 4. TroubleshootingYour computer does not respond Getting help and service Chapter 5. Getting help and serviceCalling the Customer Support Center Chapter 5. Getting help and serviceGetting 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 guidelines„Service and upgrades Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger „Power cords and power adapters Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger terminals and/or the connector terminals on a power adapter, which can eventually result in overheating Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Extension cords and related devices „Plugs and outlets„Power supply statement Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger „Lithium coin cell battery notice Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Heat and product ventilationDanger ƒDo not restrict or block any ventilation openings Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„CD and DVD drive safety Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger „Electrical current safety information Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger To connect 1.Turn everything OFF Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Laser compliance statement Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationWhen a CD or DVD drive is installed, note the following handling instructions Danger„Liquid Crystal Display LCD notice Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Be careful about where and how you work Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationCaring 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„For outdoor use Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Be gentle with your computer „Carry your computer properly„Data safety Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Handle storage media and drives properly „Take care in setting passwords Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„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 keyboardAccessibility and comfort „Cleaning your computer displayChapter 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 information„Questions about vision? MaintenanceChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „What if you are traveling?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 service„Replacement of a product or part Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty“Warranty Information.” Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Your additional responsibilities„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 resolutionAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Other rights„European Economic Area EEA „Suplemento de Garantía para México Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyCP Tel Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyManufactured by China Shanghai, China Marketed byAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty Warranty Information„Types of warranty service Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” service 4Customer carry-inor mail-inservice Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty2On-siteservice 3Courier or depot service5Product exchange service Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyLenovo warranty service telephone numbers Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyWarranty service telephone numbers South Africa Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs Size Appendix C. SpecificationsSpecifications Environment ƒ TemperatureBattery pack Appendix C. SpecificationsU.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing Appendix D. NoticesLenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NCAppendix D. Notices „Export classification notice „Television output noticeAppendix D. Notices Wireless related information „Wireless interoperabilityAppendix D. Notices ƒHuman Interface Devices Keyboard/Mouse Appendix D. NoticesƒFile Transfer ƒSynchronization ƒAudio Gateway ƒHeadset ƒPrinterAppendix D. Notices „Usage environment and your healthElectronic emissions notices „Federal Communications Commission FCC statementAppendix D. Notices Responsible party Appendix D. Notices „German Class B compliance statementInformationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. 1 Appendix D. NoticesAppendix D. Notices „Japanese VCCI Class B statement „Korea Class BAppendix D. Notices WEEE and recycling statements „General recycling statementAppendix D. Notices Appendix D. Notices EU WEEE statementsAppendix D. Notices Japan recycling statementsAppendix D. Notices „Disposing of a Lenovo computer componentsNotice on deleting data from your hard disk Notice for users in the U.S.AAppendix D. Notices Appendix D. Notices ƒUsing the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-shipstateTrademarks Appendix D. NoticesIndex Page Index If your product is not working correctly LENOVODO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE Lenovo China P/N New World. New Thinking.TM