Lenovo IdeaPad Y550P
User Guide
First Edition July Copyright Lenovo
ENERGY STAR model information
Table 1. ENERGY STAR power-management features, by operating system
Windows Power plan Energy Star Turn off the display After 10 minutes
Put the computer to sleep After 25 minutes Advanced power settings
Turn off hard disks After 20 minutes Hibernate After 1 hour
Explanation of hard disk capacity
II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
Contents
Using Your Computer
Using External Devices
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Contents
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care
Chapter 6. Getting Help and
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited
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Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Top view
Power button Wireless LAN antennas
Volume buttons
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Computer display
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Left-side view
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Security keyhole
Fan louvers
Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked, otherwise
AC power adapter jack
Right-side view
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
TV-in jack specific models only
Integrated wireless device switch
System status indicators
Front view
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Bottom view
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Battery latch - spring loaded
Battery latch - manual
Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer
Subwoofer
b a cd
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the touchpad
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Gestures
Palm Check
Pinch
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
Touch inductive panel and volume buttons
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Special keys and buttons
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Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Volume buttons ~
Touch inductive panel ~
Lenovo SlideNav bar
Using the optical drive
Using memory cards
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Your computer comes with an optical drive, such as a CD/DVD drive
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Only use the memory card types listed above for more information on usage, read the instructions shipped with the memory card
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
Using wireless LAN
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Attaching a security lock optional
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Securing your computer
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using VeriFace
Using passwords
Installing device drivers
Using battery and AC adapter
Checking battery status
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Using the AC adapter
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Charging the battery
Handling the battery
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Danger
Chapter 2. Using Your Computer
Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo
Danger
Danger
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting an eSATA/USB port device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Only use the ExpressCard/34 module
Connecting a PC card device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Inserting an ExpressCard/34 module
Removing 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
Connecting an HDMI monitor
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a headphone and audio device
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearing
Connecting an external microphone
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
Connecting a Bluetooth device specific models only
Enabling Bluetooth communications
Chapter 3. Using External Devices
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
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
When do I need to restore the system to the factory status?
Troubleshooting
Display problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
When I turn on the computer, nothing appears on the screen
Touch the touch pad Press any key on the keyboard
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
My screen goes blank while the computer is on
A Password problem
Keyboard problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
I forgot my password
The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly
Sleep or hibernation problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
The screen is blank
Computer screen problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Chapter 5. 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
Sound problems
Battery problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty
A hard disk drive problem
A startup problem
OneKey Rescue System problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Other problems
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
Fail to restore system partition to factory default
Your computer does not respond
Chapter 6. Getting Help and Service
Getting help and service
Calling the customer support center
Chapter 6. Getting Help and Service
Getting help on the Web
Chapter 6. Getting Help and Service
The following items are not covered
Chapter 6. Getting Help and Service
Machine Type and Model
Chapter 6. Getting Help and Service
Warranty Service Telephone Numbers
Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers
Getting help around the world
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Important safety information
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Conditions that require immediate action
Safety guidelines
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Service and upgrades
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Power cords and power adapters
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Danger
Danger
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Protect power cords and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your power cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers. Liquids can cause a short circuit, particularly if the power cord or power adapter has been stressed by misuse. Liquids also can cause gradual corrosion of power cord terminals and/or the connector terminals on a power adapter, which can eventually result in overheating
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Extension cords and related devices
Plugs and outlets
Danger
Danger
Power supply statement
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Danger
Lithium coin cell battery notice
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Danger
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Heat and product ventilation
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in
Danger
CD and DVD drive safety
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Danger
Electrical current safety information
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
To connect 1. Turn everything OFF
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Laser compliance statement
Danger
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
When a CD or DVD drive is installed, note the following handling instructions
Danger
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Liquid crystal display LCD notice
Caring your computer
Be careful about where and how you work
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from water to avoid the danger of electrical shock
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Be gentle with your computer
Carry your computer properly
For outdoor use
Handle storage media and drives properly
Data safety
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Other important tips
Take care in setting passwords
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Cleaning the cover of your computer
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Cleaning your computer keyboard
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Accessibility and comfort
Cleaning your computer display
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Ergonomic information
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
General Posture Below are some general recommendations for assuming a healthy working posture. It is best to periodically make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods of working in the same position. Frequent, short breaks from your work will also help to prevent any minor discomfort associated with your working posture
Maintenance
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
What if you are traveling?
Questions about vision?
General tips for maintenance
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
Update device drivers and BIOS when needed
Chapter 7. Safety, Use and Care Information
If required, you can find your country’s Customer Support Center at the following Web address http//consumersupport.lenovo.com
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
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Limitation of liability
Dispute resolution
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Other rights
European Economic Area EEA
Lenovo Turkey address
Warranty information
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
1 Customer Replaceable Unit “CRU” Service
Types of warranty service
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
Appendix A. 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
Under Product Exchange Service, Lenovo will ship a replacement product to your location. You are responsible for its installation and verification of its operation. The replacement product becomes your property in exchange for the failed product, which becomes the property of Lenovo. You must pack the failed product in the shipping carton used to ship the replacement product and return it to Lenovo. Transportation charges, both ways, are paid by Lenovo. Failure to use the carton in which the replacement product was received may result in your responsibility for damage to the failed product during shipment. You may be charged for the replacement product if Lenovo does not receive the failed product within thirty 30 days of your receipt of the replacement product
Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty
5 Product Exchange Service
Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs
Appendix C. Specifications
Specifications
Environment Temperature
Size
Appendix C. Specifications
Battery Lithium-ion Li-Ion battery pack
Power source AC adapter
Input rating of the AC adapter 100-240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz 90 W
Morrisville, NC U.S.A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing
Appendix D. Notices
Lenovo United States, Inc 1009 Think Place - Building One
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Export classification notice
Television output notice
Appendix D. Notices
Wireless related information
Wireless interoperability
Usage environment and your health
Appendix D. Notices
Using the integrated wireless cards on board of airplanes, or in hospitals
Appendix D. Notices
Products with television tuner options installed
Note to CATV system installer
TV tuner information
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
European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Lenovo Product Service Information
Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Appendix D. Notices
Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics
Korea Class B
Turkish statement of compliance
Türkiye EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygunluk Beyanı
WEEE and recycling statements
General recycling statement
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
Appendix D. Notices
Notice on deleting data from your hard disk
Notice for Users in the U.S.A
Using the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-ship state
Appendix D. Notices
Appendix D. Notices
Trademarks
Index
Bluetooth
Index
Index
Usage environment
Wireless LAN
Index
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If your product is not working correctly
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