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Lenovo Z470 „ Using passwords, Enabling NVIDIA Optimus on select models, Learning the basics

Models: Z570 Z470 Z370

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Using passwords

Chapter 2. Learning the basics

Using passwords

Using passwords helps prevent your computer from being used by others. Once you set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on the computer. Enter your password at the prompt. The computer cannot be used unless you enter the correct password.

Note: This password can be from one to seven alphanumeric characters in any combination.

For details about how to set the password, see the Help to the right of the screen in BIOS setup utility.

Note: To enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up.

Enabling NVIDIA® Optimus™ (on select models) ---------------

Optimus is a GPU switching mechanism which automatically switches the active GPU to perform image-rendering tasks. If no graphics-intensive programs are running, the integrated GPU will be selected as the active GPU to preserve battery life; if you start high-definition movie playback or a 3D game, the image-rendering task is automatically switched by Optimus to the discrete GPU to produce high graphics performance.

Check the GPU indicator: if the indicator is off, slide and release the GPU switch to enable Optimus.

When Optimus is enabled, switching between integrated and discrete GPUs is performed automatically without user intervention. However, you can customize settings through the NVIDIA control panel to make the desired GPU active to perform image-rendering tasks for certain programs. For details, search for Optimus in the help system of the NVIDIA control panel.

Notes:

•Optimus is not supported by all operating systems. Currently, Optimus is supported by Windows® 7. If you are using another operating system, such as Windows® XP, it may not be able possible to enable Optimus.

•Optimus is not supported by all media players and video compression standards.

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Lenovo Z470, Z370, Z570 manual „ Using passwords, Enabling NVIDIA Optimus on select models, Learning the basics

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IdeaPad Z370/Z470/ Z570 User GuideRegulatory Notice First Edition December Copyright LenovoChapter 5. Troubleshooting ContentsChapter 3. Connecting to the Chapter 2. Learning thePage Z370/Z470 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerTop view „ Z570 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computera Integrated b Wireless module antennas c Computer displayd Speakers e Power button f OneKey Rescue system button camerac Fan louvers „ Z370/Z470Left-side view d VGA porth USB port g eSATA/USBcombo port Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerRight-side view „ Z370„ Z470 c Optical driveChapter 1. Getting to know your computer d USB portf RJ-45 port This port connects the computer to an Ethernet networkc Memory card slot a GPU switch on select models b Integrated wireless device switchFront view Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer„ Z370 Bottom viewChapter 1. Getting to know your computer Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer „ Z470a b c d „ Z570 b Battery packd Battery latch - spring loaded Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerInstalling the battery pack „ Connecting to the power„ Configuring the operating system Connecting the computer to an electrical outletPutting your computer into sleep state „ Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down„ Shutting down your computer Chapter 2. Learning the basics„ Charging the battery Using AC adapter and battery„ Checking battery status Chapter 2. Learning the basics„ Handling the battery „ Removing the battery packChapter 2. Learning the basics a Touchpad Using the touchpadChapter 2. Learning the basics Z570 Using the keyboard„ Numeric keypad Z370/Z470 Chapter 2. Learning the basicsb b a „ Function key combinationsChapter 2. Learning the basics Enter sleep mode Turn on/off the backlight of the LCD screen Chapter 2. Learning the basicsInserting a memory card Connecting external devices„ Using memory cards not supplied Removing a memory cardModel „ Connecting USB devicesChapter 2. Learning the basics Number of USB portEnabling Bluetooth communications on your computer „ Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices on select modelsChapter 2. Learning the basics Special keys and buttons „ Volume buttons b~d„ OneKey Rescue system button a b c d e fMusic mode Normal modeMovie mode Picture modeEfficient thermal dissipation mode Standard modeSuper silent mode „ Thermal management button fPerforming dust cleaning Chapter 2. Learning the basicsc Hard disk drive indicator d GPU switch indicator on select models System status indicatorsa Caps lock indicator b Num lock indicator e Touchpad indicatorChapter 2. Learning the basics f Power status indicator g Battery status indicator h Wireless communication indicatorSecuring your computer „ Using VeriFace„ Attaching a security lock not supplied Chapter 2. Learning the basicsEnabling NVIDIA Optimus on select models „ Using passwordsChapter 2. Learning the basics Wired connection Chapter 3. Connecting to the InternetWireless network technology connect without wiring „ Hardware connection „ Software configurationChapter 3. Connecting to the Internet CableChapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Wireless connectionWi-Fi WiMAX Hardware connection „ Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX on select models Enabling wireless connectionSoftware configuration Chapter 3. Connecting to the InternetChapter 4. OneKey Rescue system „ Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery within Windows operating systemFor more instructions, see the Help file of Lenovo OneKey Recovery „ Introduction„ Creating a recovery discs „ Using Lenovo OneKey Rescue system without Windows operating systemChapter 4. OneKey Rescue system The estimated number of discs needed will be displayed before the process of creating the recovery discs begins. To minimize the number of discs needed, use recordable DVDs as the media. Also make sure your optical drive is compatible with the disc intended for use Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue systemChapter 5. Troubleshooting Frequently asked questionsHow can I install the device drivers? Chapter 5. TroubleshootingWhere can I find warranty information? What can I do if the backup process fails?Display problems TroubleshootingChapter 5. Troubleshooting Keyboard problems Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Password problemsSleep or hibernation problems Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Computer screen problemsIf the computer does not return from sleep mode, it may A hard disk drive problem Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Sound problemsBattery problems A startup problemChapter 5. Troubleshooting Other problems Replacing the battery pack Appendix A. CRU instructions4 Install a fully charged battery pack Appendix A. CRU instructionsb c a1 5 Slide the manual battery latch to the locked positionDo not touch the connector Replacing the hard disk driveHandling a hard disk drive Appendix A. CRU instructionsZ370 Appendix A. CRU instructionsAppendix A. CRU instructions c c5 Remove the frame fixing screws c A Reinstall the frame fixing screws Appendix A. CRU instructionsAppendix A. CRU instructions Z470/Z570Z470 Z570 Appendix A. CRU instructionsZ470 Appendix A. CRU instructions d’ d6 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow d 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame e Appendix A. CRU instructionsZ570 Z470Appendix A. CRU instructions Z570Replacing memory Appendix A. CRU instructions0 Reinstall and tighten the screws A Reinstall the battery b aaAppendix A. CRU instructions To make sure that the DDR3 SDRAM is installed correctly, do as follows Appendix A. CRU instructionsTo remove the optical drive, do the following Removing the optical driveAppendix A. CRU instructions 2 Remove the screw shown in the illustration aAppendix A. CRU instructions Setup PosterUser Guide Trademarks Page V1.0en-US New World. New Thinking.TMLenovo China