Lenovo IdeaPad Y460
User Guide
First Edition Jan Copyright Lenovo
Respective Users
Dear user
Explanation of hard disk capacity
II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
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Contents
Chapter 2. Learning the
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue
Chapter 6. Upgrading and
Contents
Appendix F. Features and
Specifications
Appendix C. Lenovo limited
Important safety information
Important safety information
„ Read this first
Danger
Important safety information
Unpack
Inspect the covers of the computer and the AC adapter, especially parts with the following labels attached for any crack or damage
Danger
Important safety information
Working place
Do NOT use the computer in humid places such as a bathroom
Danger
Important safety information
On using
Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with the computer and never use them with another product
Danger
Important safety information
Do NOT wrap the power cord around the power adapter or other objects
Important safety information
Service and upgrades
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Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view
Speakers Power button
Built-in microphone Wireless module antennas Computer display
System status indicators
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Ambient Light Sensor 10 Lenovo SlideNav bar
Cap sensor
buttons
Left-side view
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
VGA port HDMI port Fan louvers
RJ-45 port
Connects to USB devices
Connects to eSATA or USB devices
Your computer comes with an optical drive, such as a CD DVD drive
AC power
Note For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
adapter jack
switch specific
wireless device
switch
Slide and release this switch to change the GPU
Bottom view
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Battery pack
Battery latch- spring loaded
Battery latch- manual
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
„ Connect to the power
Install the battery pack
„ Read the manuals
„ Configure the operating system
„ Turn on the computer
„ Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
„ Shutting down your computer
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Using AC adapter and battery
„ Checking battery status
„ Charging the battery
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
„ Removing the battery pack
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
„ Handling the battery
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Using the touchpad
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Touchpad
Left click button Right click button
„ Gestures
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Pinch zoom
Two-Finger Scrolling
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Three-Finger Flick
Place three fingers, slightly separated, down on the TouchPad surface
Using the keyboard
„ Numeric keypad
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
„ Function key combinations
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Fn + F6
Fn + F7
Fn + F8
Special keys and buttons
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
a OneKey Rescue System button
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
b Lenovo SlideNav bar
Note For details, see the help file of Lenovo SlideNav Application
Volume Down button
Volume Up button
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
c Cap Sensor buttons
System status indicators
Hard disk drive indicator Bluetooth indicator
Touchpad indicator
Wireless communication indicator
Securing your computer
„ Attaching a security lock not supplied
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
„ Using VeriFace
„ Using passwords
screen in BIOS setup utility
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Connecting external devices
„ Using media cards not supplied
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Inserting a media card
1 Gently pull the dummy card out of the media card slot
Removing a media card
„ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device
„ Connecting a Bluetooth device specific models only
Enabling Bluetooth communications
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
GPU is short for graphics processing unit
To change the GPU, do the following
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Wired connection
„ Software configuration
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
„ Hardware connection
Cable
Wireless connection
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Wi-Fi
WiMAX
„ Using Wi-Fi/WiMax specific models only
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Enabling wireless connection
Software configuration
„ Using Mobile Broadband specific models only
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Inserting the SIM card
To insert the SIM card
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Removing the SIM card
Notched Corner
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System
OneKey Rescue System
„ Introduction
„ Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery Within Windows operating system
For more instructions, see the help file of Lenovo OneKey Recovery
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System
„ Using Lenovo OneKey Rescue System Without Windows operating system
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Where are the recovery discs?
Where can I find warranty information?
How can I install the device drivers?
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
What can I do if the backup process fails?
When do I need to restore the system to the factory status?
Troubleshooting
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Display problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Problems on changing graphics processing unit GPU
Your screen saver or power management may be
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
A Password problem
If you are outputting the screen to an external
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Keyboard problems
Sleep or hibernation problems
Fn+F8
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
The computer does not return from sleep mode and does not work
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Computer screen problems
Sound problems
when the volume is turned
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Battery problems
A hard disk drive problem
A startup problem
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
OneKey Rescue System problems
Other problems
You are not currently using a Windows operating
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Do not connect or disconnect any external device
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Replacing the battery
„ To replace the battery
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Replacing memory
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
5 Remove the CPU/Memory compartment cover
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
7 Insert the notched end of the DIMM into the socket
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Replacing the hard disk drive
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Handling a hard disk drive
3 Remove the battery pack
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
To replace the hard disk drive, do the following
2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
5 Remove the frame fixing screw
6 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow
7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame
A Reinstall the frame fixing screw B Reinstall the compartment cover
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Getting help on the Web
Calling the customer support center
Appendix A. Getting help and service
The following items are not covered
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Machine Type and Model
Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Getting help around the world
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Be careful about where and how you work
Caring for your computer
„ Notice of static-electricity
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Be gentle with your computer
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Carry your computer properly
„ For outdoor use
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Handle storage media and drives properly
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Data safety
„ Take care in setting passwords
„ Other important tips
Appendix B. Use and care information
Appendix B. Use and care information
Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or closed
Accessibility and comfort
„ Ergonomic information
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ What if you are traveling?
„ Questions about vision?
Appendix B. Use and care information
Maintenance
„ General tips for maintenance
Appendix B. Use and care information
Update device drivers and BIOS when needed
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Cleaning the cover of your computer
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Cleaning your computer keyboard
Appendix B. Use and care information
„ Cleaning your computer display
Appendix B. Use and care information
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
„ What this warranty covers
„ How to obtain warranty service
„ What your service provider will do to correct problems
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Information.”
„ Replacement of a product or part
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
„ Your additional responsibilities
„ Use of personal information
„ What this warranty does not cover
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
„ Limitation of liability
„ Dispute resolution
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
„ Other rights
„ European Economic Area EEA
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
„ Lenovo Turkey address
LENOVO TECHNOLOGY B.V. TURKIYE ISTANBUL SUBESI
Posta Kodu Tel Fax
Warranty information
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
„ Types of warranty service
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
2 On-site Service
Under On-Site Service, your Service Provider will either repair or exchange the product at your location. You must provide a suitable working area to allow disassembly and reassembly of the Lenovo product. For some products, certain repairs may require your Service Provider to send the product to a designated service center
3 Courier or Depot Service
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
product as it sees fit. For Mail-in Service, the product will be returned to you at Lenovos expense, unless your Service Provider specifies otherwise
5 Product Exchange Service
Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs
Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs
Your computer contains the following types of internal CRUs
Appendix E. Notices
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix E. Notices
„ Export classification notice
Appendix E. Notices
ENERGY STAR model information
Appendix E. Notices
Table 1. ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system
Appendix E. Notices
Windows
Wireless related information
„ Wireless interoperability
Appendix E. Notices
„ Usage environment and your health
Appendix E. Notices
„ Safety information related to Mobile Broadband
Appendix E. Notices
3 Use of mobile devices on board aircraft is explicitly prohibited by many airlines companies, especially during take-off and landing. The built-in Mobile Broadband module on your computer is a low-power radio transceiver. When it is turned on, it intermittently receives and transmits radio frequency RF energy which could cause interference with the operation of the airplane communication or navigation system. Refer to rules or regulations of your airline company for Mobile Broadband use. Never enable Mobile Broadband feature on your computer unless you are explicitly permitted to do so
Appendix E. Notices
Electronic emissions notices
„ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement
Appendix E. Notices
„ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement
Appendix E. Notices
„ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada
„ German Class B Compliance Statement
Appendix E. Notices
Appendix E. Notices
Deutschland
„ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance
Appendix E. Notices
„ Lenovo Product Service Information
„ Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Appendix E. Notices
„ Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics
„ Korea Class B
Appendix E. Notices
Turkish statement of compliance
Türkiye EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygunluk Beyanı
WEEE and recycling statements
„ General recycling statement
EU WEEE statements
Appendix E. Notices
Japan recycling statements
„ Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor
Appendix E. Notices
„ Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers
„ Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components
Appendix E. Notices
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk
Notice for users in the U.S.A
Appendix E. Notices
Format your hard disk, using the software for initializing it
Appendix E. Notices
Appendix F. Features and Specifications
Model Name IdeaPad Y460
Form Factor
System
Appendix F. Features and Specifications
I/O Ports
Lenovo IdeaPad VeriFace OneKey
Index
Index
Warranty information
Index
Interoperability
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