User Guide
Lenovo IdeaPad Y460
First Edition Jan Copyright Lenovo
Dear user
Respective Users
Explanation of hard disk capacity
II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
Page
Chapter 2. Learning the
Contents
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue
Chapter 6. Upgrading and
Appendix F. Features and
Contents
Specifications
Appendix C. Lenovo limited
Important safety information
Important safety information
Read this first
Danger
Unpack
Important safety information
Inspect the covers of the computer and the AC adapter, especially parts with the following labels attached for any crack or damage
Danger
Working place
Important safety information
Do NOT use the computer in humid places such as a bathroom
Danger
On using
Important safety information
Use ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with the computer and never use them with another product
Danger
Do NOT wrap the power cord around the power adapter or other objects
Important safety information
Service and upgrades
Important safety information
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Keep the covers closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Top view
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Built-in microphone Wireless module antennas Computer display
Speakers Power button
System status indicators
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Ambient Light Sensor 10 Lenovo SlideNav bar
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Cap sensor
buttons
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Left-side view
VGA port HDMI port Fan louvers
RJ-45 port
Your computer comes with an optical drive, such as a CD DVD drive
Connects to USB devices
Connects to eSATA or USB devices
Note For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page
AC power
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
adapter jack
wireless device
switch specific
switch
Slide and release this switch to change the GPU
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Bottom view
Battery latch- spring loaded
Battery pack
Battery latch- manual
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Connect to the power
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Install the battery pack
Read the manuals
Turn on the computer
Configure the operating system
Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Shutting down your computer
Checking battery status
Using AC adapter and battery
Charging the battery
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
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
Touchpad
Left click button Right click button
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Gestures
Pinch zoom
Two-Finger Scrolling
Place three fingers, slightly separated, down on the TouchPad surface
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Three-Finger Flick
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Using the keyboard
Numeric keypad
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Function key combinations
Fn + F6
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Fn + F7
Fn + F8
a OneKey Rescue System button
Special keys and buttons
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Note For details, see the help file of Lenovo SlideNav Application
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
b Lenovo SlideNav bar
Volume Up button
Volume Down button
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
c Cap Sensor buttons
Hard disk drive indicator Bluetooth indicator
System status indicators
Touchpad indicator
Wireless communication indicator
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Securing your computer
Attaching a security lock not supplied
Using passwords
Using VeriFace
screen in BIOS setup utility
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Connecting external devices
Using media cards not supplied
Inserting a media card
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
1 Gently pull the dummy card out of the media card slot
Removing a media card
Connecting a Bluetooth device specific models only
Connecting a universal serial bus USB device
Enabling Bluetooth communications
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
To change the GPU, do the following
Chapter 2. Learning the basics
GPU is short for graphics processing unit
Wired connection
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Software configuration
Hardware connection
Cable
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Wireless connection
Wi-Fi
WiMAX
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Using Wi-Fi/WiMax specific models only
Enabling wireless connection
Software configuration
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Using Mobile Broadband specific models only
To insert the SIM card
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Inserting the SIM card
Notched Corner
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Removing the SIM card
Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Introduction
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System
OneKey Rescue System
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System
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
Frequently Asked Questions
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Where are the recovery discs?
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Where can I find warranty information?
How can I install the device drivers?
When do I need to restore the system to the factory status?
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
What can I do if the backup process fails?
Display problems
Troubleshooting
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Your screen saver or power management may be
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Problems on changing graphics processing unit GPU
If you are outputting the screen to an external
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
A Password problem
Keyboard problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Sleep or hibernation problems
Fn+F8
The computer does not return from sleep mode and does not work
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Computer screen problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Sound problems
when the volume is turned
Battery problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
A hard disk drive problem
A startup problem
OneKey Rescue System problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Other problems
You are not currently using a Windows operating
Do not connect or disconnect any external device
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
To replace the battery
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Replacing the battery
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Replacing memory
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
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Handling a hard disk drive
Replacing the hard disk drive
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
3 Remove the battery pack
To replace the hard disk drive, do the following
2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over
5 Remove the frame fixing screw
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
6 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow
7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
A Reinstall the frame fixing screw B Reinstall the compartment cover
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Calling the customer support center
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Getting help on the Web
The following items are not covered
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Machine Type and Model
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Getting help around the world
Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers
Appendix A. Getting help and service
Caring for your computer
Appendix B. Use and care information
Be careful about where and how you work
Appendix B. Use and care information
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
Take care in setting passwords
Data safety
Other important tips
Appendix B. Use and care information
Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or closed
Appendix B. Use and care information
Appendix B. Use and care information
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
What this warranty covers
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
How to obtain warranty service
What your service provider will do to correct problems
Information.”
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Replacement of a product or part
Use of personal information
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Your additional responsibilities
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
What this warranty does not cover
Limitation of liability
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Dispute resolution
European Economic Area EEA
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Other rights
Lenovo Turkey address
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
LENOVO TECHNOLOGY B.V. TURKIYE ISTANBUL SUBESI
Posta Kodu Tel Fax
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
Warranty information
1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service
Types of warranty service
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
2 On-site Service
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty
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
5 Product Exchange 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
Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs
Your computer contains the following types of internal CRUs
Appendix D. Customer replaceable units CRUs
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix E. Notices
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Appendix E. Notices
Appendix E. Notices
Export classification notice
Appendix E. Notices
ENERGY STAR model information
Windows
Table 1. ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system
Appendix E. Notices
Appendix E. Notices
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
Deutschland
Appendix E. Notices
Appendix E. Notices
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
Türkiye EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygunluk Beyanı
Turkish statement of compliance
WEEE and recycling statements
General recycling statement
Appendix E. Notices
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
Model Name IdeaPad Y460
Appendix F. Features and Specifications
Form Factor
System
I/O Ports
Appendix F. Features and Specifications
Lenovo IdeaPad VeriFace OneKey
Index
Index
Interoperability
Warranty information
Index
DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE
If your product is not working correctly
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