New World. New Thinking.TM
Lenovo IdeaPad Y550
User Guide
Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 UG V1.0 coveren1-4
DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE
If your product is not working correctly
LENOVO
ENERGY STAR model information
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Explanation of hard disk capacity
II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
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Using External Devices
Contents
Using Your Computer
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Appendix C. Specifications
Contents
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited
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Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Top view
Volume buttons
Power button
Wireless LAN antennas
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
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Left-side view
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked, otherwise
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Security keyhole
Fan louvers
overheating of the computer may occur
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
AC power adapter jack
Right-side view
TV-in jack Specific models only
Front view
Integrated wireless device switch
System status indicators
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
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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 Subwoofer
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the touch pad
„ Palm Check
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Gestures
Chiralmotion
„ Numeric keypad
Using the keyboard
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Function key combinations
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Fn + F1 Put your computer in sleep mode
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Special keys and buttons
„ Touch inductive panel and volume buttons
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Touch inductive panel ~
Volume buttons ~
For details, see OneKey Rescue System User Guide
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ OneKey Rescue System button
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the optical drive
Using memory cards
Your computer comes with an optical drive, such as a CD/DVD drive
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using lenovo remote control specific models only
Using the integrated camera
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the internet
„ Using RJ-45 port
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„ Using wireless LAN
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Attaching a security lock optional
Securing your computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Using VeriFace
„ Using passwords
„ Checking battery status
Installing device drivers
Using battery and AC adapter
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Using the AC adapter
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
„ Charging the battery
„ Handling the battery
Danger
Danger
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Danger
ƒ Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
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Connecting an eSATA port device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Only use the ExpressCard/34 module
Connecting a PC card device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
„ Removing an ExpressCard/34 module
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
„ Inserting an ExpressCard/34 module
1 Push the ExpressCard/34 module until you hear a click
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting an external display
„ Connecting a VGA monitor
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„ Connecting an HDMI monitor
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
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Connecting a headphone and audio device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
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Connecting an external microphone
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Bluetooth device specific models only
„ Enabling Bluetooth communications
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find warranty information?
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Where are the recovery discs?
How can I contact the Customer Support Center?
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
„ Display problems
When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen
ƒ Touch the touch pad ƒ Press any key on the keyboard
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
My screen goes blank while the computer is on
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ A Password problem
„ Keyboard problems
I forgot my password
The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly
„ Sleep or hibernation problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The screen is blank
„ Computer screen problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
You get poor or no playback of video, DVD or game applications
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The screen is unreadable or distorted
Incorrect characters appear on the screen
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
„ Sound problems
„ Battery problems
Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty
„ Other problems
„ A hard disk drive problem
„ A startup problem
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The battery does not charge
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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
The computer does not start from a device you want
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Getting help and service
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Getting help on the Web
Calling the customer support center
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
The following items are not covered
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
ƒ Machine Type and Model
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Getting help around the world
Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Important safety information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Conditions that require immediate action
„ Safety guidelines
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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„ Service and upgrades
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
„ Power cords and power adapters
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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„ Plugs and outlets
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Extension cords and related devices
Danger
Danger
„ Power supply statement
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Danger
„ Lithium coin cell battery notice
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Heat and product ventilation
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
ƒ Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Danger
„ CD and DVD drive safety
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
„ Electrical current safety information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
To connect 1. Turn everything OFF
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Laser compliance statement
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger
„ Liquid crystal display LCD notice
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Caring your computer
„ Be careful about where and how you work
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge
„ Carry your computer properly
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Be gentle with your computer
„ For outdoor use
„ Handle storage media and drives properly
„ Data safety
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Other important tips
„ Take care in setting passwords
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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„ Cleaning the cover of your computer
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Cleaning your computer keyboard
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Accessibility and comfort
„ Cleaning your computer display
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Ergonomic information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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„ What if you are traveling?
Maintenance
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
„ Questions about vision?
„ General tips for maintenance
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
ƒ Update device drivers and BIOS when needed
Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ What this warranty covers
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ How to obtain warranty service
„ What your service provider will do to correct problems
Information.”
„ Replacement of a product or part
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Use of personal information
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Your additional responsibilities
„ What this warranty does not cover
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Limitation of liability
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„ Dispute resolution
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ European Economic Area EEA
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
„ Other rights
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Warranty
Warranty information
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Service
1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service
„ Types of warranty service
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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3 Courier or Depot Service
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
2 On-site Service
4 Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
5 Product Exchange Service
Warranty Service Telephone Numbers
Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
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Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs
Size
Appendix C. Specifications
Specifications
Environment ƒ Temperature
Appendix C. Specifications
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Appendix D. Notices
Notices
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix D. Notices
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Appendix D. Notices
„ Export classification notice
„ Television output notice
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Appendix D. Notices
Wireless related information
„ Wireless interoperability
„ Usage environment and your health
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
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„ Note to CATV system installer
TV tuner information
„ Products with television tuner options installed
Appendix D. Notices
„ Example of antenna grounding
Appendix D. Notices
Danger
Appendix D. Notices
The following notice applies to all countries and regions
Appendix D. Notices
Electronic emissions notices
„ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement
Appendix D. Notices
„ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement
„ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada
„ German Class B Compliance Statement
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. 1
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„ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance
Appendix D. Notices
„ Korea Class B
„ Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics
„ Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
WEEE and recycling statements
„ General recycling statement
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EU WEEE Statements
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Japan Recycling Statements
„ Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor
Appendix D. Notices
„ Disposing a Disused Battery Pack from Lenovo Notebook Computers
„ Disposing of a Lenovo Computer Components
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Appendix D. Notices
Notice for Users in the U.S.A
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk
Appendix D. Notices
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Trademarks
Appendix D. Notices
Index
Bluetooth
Maintenance
Index
Index
Usage environment
Wireless LAN
Index
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Connecting an eSATA port device 