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