Connecting to the Internet, Wired connection | Lenovo Z485, Z580

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.

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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.

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Contents

Lenovo IdeaPad Z380/Z480/Z485/ Z580/Z585 Regulatory Notice First Edition December Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Getting to know your computer „ Lenovo IdeaPad Z380/Z480/Z485Top view „ Lenovo IdeaPad Z580/Z585 Getting to know your computer Cap sensor buttons Built-in microphone Touchpad Left-side view „ Lenovo IdeaPad Z380 „ Lenovo IdeaPad Z480/Z485/Z580/Z585 Right-side view Front view „ Lenovo IdeaPad Z380 Bottom view Battery latch manual Battery pack Learning the basics „ Connecting to the power„ Configuring the operating system „ Reading the manuals „ Shutting down your computer Putting your computer into sleep stateLearning the basics „ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery „ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the battery Using the touchpad Touchpad Touchpad button Lenovo IdeaPad Z380/Z480/Z485 Using the keyboard„ Numeric keypad Lenovo IdeaPad Z580/Z585 „ Function key combinations Lenovo IdeaPad Z380/Z480/Z485 Lenovo IdeaPad Z580/Z585 Fn + Home Fn + Esc Fn + F1 Fn + F2 Fn + F3 Fn + F4 Fn + F5 Fn + F6Fn + PrtSc Fn + End Inserting a memory card „ Using memory cards not suppliedConnecting external devices Removing a memory card „ Connecting USB devices „ Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices on select modelsEnabling Bluetooth communications on your computer „ OneKey Rescue system button a Special keys and buttons „ Cap Sensor buttons Standard mode Thermal management button f Performing dust cleaning System status indicators „ Using VeriFace „ Attaching a security lock not suppliedSecuring your computer „ Using passwords Connecting to the Internet Wired connection „ Software configuration Connecting to the Internet„ Hardware connection Wireless connection Wi-Fi WiMAX Software configuration Hardware connection OneKey Rescue system „ IntroductionOneKey Rescue system „ Creating a recovery discs OneKey Rescue system Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting Where can I find warranty information? Troubleshooting Display problems Password problems Keyboard problemsSleep or hibernation problems Computer screen problems Screen is blank Hard disk drive problem Sound problemsBattery problems Startup problem Troubleshooting Other problems Respond Replacing the battery pack Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Handling a hard disk drive Appendix A. CRU instructions Lenovo IdeaPad Z380 Lenovo IdeaPad Z480/Z485/Z580/Z585 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow d Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame e Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the wireless LAN card Appendix A. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive Setup Poster User Guide Trademarks Page New World. New Thinking.TM