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Lenovo Y450 manual Windows XP, Windows Vista, Turn off monitor After, Power plan Balanced, minutes

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For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit http://www.energystar.gov.

Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to take effect when your computer has been inactive for a specified duration:

Table 1. ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system

Windows® XP	Windows Vista®
•Turn off monitor: After 10	Power plan: Balanced
minutes	•Turn off the display: After 10
•Turn off hard disks: After 30	minutes
minutes	•Put the computer to sleep: After 25
•System standby: After 20 minutes	minutes
•System hibernates: After 2 hours	•Advanced power settings:
	- Turn off hard disks: After 20
	minutes
	- Hibernate: After 1 hour

To awaken your computer from sleep or standby mode, press the power button on your keyboard. For more information about these settings, refer to your Windows Help and Support information system.

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Lenovo IdeaPad Y450 User GuideFirst Edition November Copyright Lenovo 2009. All rights reservedENERGY STAR model information Power plan Balanced Advanced power settingsWindows XP Windows VistaExplanation of hard disk capacity Page Contents Chapter 2. Using your computerChapter 3. Using external devices Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerContents Chapter 4. TroubleshootingChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information Appendix C. SpecificationsAppendix D. Notices ContentsIndex Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top viewWireless LAN antennas System status indicatorsPower button Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerLeft-sideview Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Security keyholeFan louvers overheating of the computer may occurRight-sideview Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerAC power adapter jack IEEE 1394 connectorChapter 1. Getting to know your computer eSATA portFront view Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerSystem status indicators Integrated wireless device switchChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Microphone jack externalBottom view Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerBattery latch - spring loaded Battery latch - manualBattery pack Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerUsing the touchpad Chapter 2. Using your computerY450 Chapter 2. Using your computer „GesturesChiralMotion PinchChapter 2. Using your computer „Palm CheckChapter 2. Using your computer Using the keyboard„Numeric keypad Chapter 2. Using your computer „Function key combinationsChapter 2. Using your computer Increase/decrease computer volumeFn + PrtSc/SysRq System request Fn +Special keys and buttons Chapter 2. Using your computer„Touch inductive panel with multi-mediabuttons Chapter 2. Using your computer Open Dolby function setup screenMute/unmute the sound Decrease computer volume Increase computer volumeUsing the optical drive Chapter 2. Using your computer„OneKey Rescue System button For details, see OneKey Rescue System User GuideUsing memory cards Chapter 2. Using your computer„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 „Using wireless LAN Chapter 2. Using your computerSecuring your computer Chapter 2. Using your computer„Attaching a security lock optional „Using passwords „Using VeriFaceChapter 2. Using your computer Installing device drivers Using battery and AC adapter„Checking battery status Chapter 2. Using your computer„Using the AC adapter Chapter 2. Using your computer„Charging the battery Chapter 2. Using your computer„Handling the battery Chapter 2. Using your computerDanger DangerChapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB deviceChapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an eSATA device Chapter 3. Using external devicesConnecting an IEEE 1394 device Chapter 3. Using external devicesConnecting an ExpressCard/34 device Chapter 3. Using external devices„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 „Connecting an HDMI monitor Chapter 3. Using external devicesConnecting a headphone and audio device Chapter 3. Using external devicesChapter 3. Using external devices Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearingConnecting an external microphone Chapter 3. Using external devices„Enabling Bluetooth communications Chapter 3. Using external devicesChapter 4. Troubleshooting Frequently asked questionsChapter 4. Troubleshooting Where are the recovery discs?Where can I find warranty information? How can I contact the Customer Support Center?„Display problems TroubleshootingChapter 4. Troubleshooting Chapter 4. Troubleshooting My screen goes blank while the computer is on„A password problem „Keyboard problemsChapter 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 hard disk drive problem „A startup problemChapter 4. Troubleshooting The battery does not chargeChapter 4. Troubleshooting „Other problemsYour computer does not respond Chapter 5. Getting help and service Getting help and serviceChapter 5. Getting help and service Calling the Customer Support CenterGetting help on the Web Chapter 5. Getting help and service The following items are not coveredChapter 5. Getting help and service ƒMachine Type and ModelChapter 5. Getting help and service Getting help around the worldChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information Important safety informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Conditions that require immediate action„Safety guidelines Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Service and upgradesDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Power cords and power adaptersDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information terminals and/or the connector terminals on a power adapter, which can eventually result in overheatingChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Extension cords and related devices„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 Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information ƒDo not restrict or block any ventilation openingsChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „CD and DVD drive safetyDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Electrical current safety informationDanger Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information To connect 1.Turn everything OFFChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Laser compliance statementChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information When a CD or DVD drive is installed, note the following handling instructionsDanger DangerChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Liquid Crystal Display LCD noticeChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Be careful about where and how you workCaring your computer Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information ƒPlace liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from water to avoid the danger of electrical shockChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information Prevent others from touching componentsChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Be gentle with your computer„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 „Cleaning the cover of your computer Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Cleaning your computer keyboard Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„Cleaning your computer display Accessibility and comfortChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information „Ergonomic informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information General 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 postureMaintenance Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care information„What if you are traveling? „Questions about vision?„General tips for maintenance Chapter 6. Safety, use, and care informationChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information ƒBoot into the BIOS and load the default settingsChapter 6. Safety, use, and care information hardware 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 itAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „What this warranty covers„How to obtain warranty service Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Replacement of a product or part“Warranty Information.” „Your additional responsibilities Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty„Use of personal information „What this warranty does not cover Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Limitation of liability„Dispute resolution Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty„Other rights Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty„European Economic Area EEA Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Suplemento de Garantía para MéxicoAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty Manufactured by China Shanghai, ChinaMarketed by CP TelWarranty Information Appendix A. Lenovo limited warrantyAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty „Types of warranty service1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” service Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty 2On-siteservice3Courier or depot service 4Customer carry-inor mail-inserviceAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty 5Product exchange serviceAppendix A. Lenovo limited warranty Lenovo warranty service telephone numbersWarranty service telephone numbers Appendix A. Lenovo limited warranty South AfricaAppendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs Appendix C. Specifications SpecificationsEnvironment ƒ Temperature SizeAppendix C. Specifications Battery packAppendix D. Notices Lenovo United States, Inc1009 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 Appendix D. Notices ƒFile Transfer ƒSynchronization ƒAudio GatewayƒHeadset ƒPrinter ƒHuman Interface Devices Keyboard/Mouse„Usage environment and your health Appendix D. Notices„Federal Communications Commission FCC statement Electronic emissions noticesAppendix D. Notices Responsible party „German Class B compliance statement Appendix D. NoticesAppendix D. Notices Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. 1Appendix D. Notices „Korea Class B „Japanese VCCI Class B statementAppendix D. Notices „General recycling statement WEEE and recycling statementsAppendix D. Notices EU WEEE statements Appendix D. NoticesJapan recycling statements Appendix D. Notices„Disposing of a Lenovo computer components Appendix D. NoticesNotice for users in the U.S.A Notice on deleting data from your hard diskAppendix D. Notices ƒUsing the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-shipstate Appendix D. NoticesAppendix D. 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Windows® XP

Windows Vista®

•Turn off monitor: After 10

Power plan: Balanced

minutes

•Turn off the display: After 10

•Turn off hard disks: After 30

•Put the computer to sleep: After 25

•System standby: After 20 minutes

•System hibernates: After 2 hours

•Advanced power settings:

- Turn off hard disks: After 20

- Hibernate: After 1 hour