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Lenovo Y471A Connecting to the Internet, „ Hardware connection, „ Software configuration, Cable

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet

As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment.

You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways:

Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect.

Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.

Wired connection----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet.

Cable

DSL

Cable Internet services use a cable modem connected to the residential cable TV line.

DSL is a family of related technologies that bring high-speed network access to homes and small businesses over ordinary telephone lines.

Hardware connection

Cable

TV cable

Splitter *

Cable modem *

	DSL
	Telephone line
*	Splitter *
	*
	DSL modem *

*

*

*Not supplied.

Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary.

Software configuration

Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.

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Lenovo Y471A manual Connecting to the Internet, „ Hardware connection, „ Software configuration, Cable

Contents

IdeaPad Y471A User GuideRegulatory Notice First Edition May Copyright LenovoContents Chapter 1. Getting to know yourChapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Chapter 5. TroubleshootingPage Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Wireless module Power buttonindicators Volume buttonsVGA port HDMI portFan louvers d RJ-45 portAC power adapter Right-side viewc d e USB combo portindicators System statusMemory card slot For details, see “System status indicators” on pageb Battery pack c Battery latch - manual a b c dChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view„ Connecting to the power „ Configuring the operating systemInstalling the battery pack Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet„ Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down Chapter 2. Learning the basicsPutting your computer into sleep state Shutting down your computerUsing AC adapter and battery „ Checking battery status„ Charging the battery „ Removing the battery packUsing the touchpad TouchpadTouchpad button Chapter 2. Learning the basics„ Numeric keypad „ Function key combinationsUsing the keyboard Chapter 2. Learning the basicsThe following describes the features of each function key Chapter 2. Learning the basics„ Using memory cards not supplied Connecting external devicesInserting a memory card Removing a memory card„ Connecting USB devices Chapter 2. Learning the basicsEnabling Bluetooth communications on your computer „ Connecting a Bluetooth deviceChapter 2. Learning the basics „ Volume buttons b- d b Mute/Unmute c Volume down d Volume upSpecial keys and buttons „ OneKey Rescue system button aNormal mode Movie modeIntelligent mode „ OneKey Theater button eStandard mode Super silent modeEfficient thermal dissipation mode Performing dust cleaninga b c d e f gSystem status indicators Chapter 2. Learning the basicsChapter 2. Learning the basics a Caps lock indicator b Num lock indicator c Hard disk drive indicator d Touchpad indicatore Power status indicator f Battery status indicator g Wireless communication indicator„ Using VeriFace „ Using passwords„ Attaching a security lock not supplied Chapter 2. Learning the basicsAMD Muxless ATI Switchable Graphics Technology PowerXpress Chapter 2. Learning the basicsSwitchable Graphics in two modes on select models Mode 1 Select the graphics processor based on application needsSwitching between Mode 1 and Mode Chapter 2. Learning the basicsChapter 3. Connecting to the Internet „ Software configuration„ Hardware connection Cable„ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX Chapter 3. Connecting to the InternetEnabling wireless connection Software configuration„ Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery within Windows operating system „ Using Lenovo OneKey Rescue system without Windows operating systemChapter 4. OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system„ Creating a recovery discs Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue systemChapter 5. Troubleshooting Frequently asked questionsChapter 5. Troubleshooting When do I need to restore the system to the factory status?Display problems A Password problemKeyboard problems Chapter 5. TroubleshootingChapter 5. Troubleshooting Sleep or hibernation problems Computer screen problemsSound problems speaker even when the volume isChapter 5. Troubleshooting Battery problems A hard disk drive problemA startup problem OneKey Rescue system problemsChapter 5. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respondThe computer does not start from a device you want The connected external device does not workReplacing the battery Appendix. CRU instructionsAppendix. CRU instructions Replacing the hard disk driveHandling a hard disk drive Appendix. CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following5 Remove the frame fixing screws c Appendix. CRU instructions6 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow d Appendix. CRU instructions 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame eAppendix. CRU instructions Replacing memoryAppendix. CRU instructions To make sure that the DDR3 SDRAM is installed correctly, do as follows Appendix. CRU instructionsRemoving the optical drive Appendix. CRU instructionsTrademarks Page V1.0en-US New World. New Thinking.TMLenovo China