Lenovo G480 User manual

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Notebooks
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User manual
Lenovo G480/G485/
G580/G585/G780
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
©Lenovo China 2012
User GuideUser Guide V3.0V3.0
V3.0_en-US
Third Edition (June 2012)
© Copyright Lenovo 2012.
Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General
Information Guide first.
The features described in this guide are common to most models.
Some features may not be available on your computer and/or your
computer may include features that are not described in this user
guide.
Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using
Windows
®
8. If you are using other Windows operating system, some
operations may be slightly different. If you are using other operating
systems, some operations may not apply to you.
LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General
Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set
forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.
Note
To learn more about Lenovo Applications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com
.
The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
Please refer to the actual product.
The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo G580 unless
otherwise stated.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ..........................................1
Top view.......................................................................................................................1
Left-side view ..............................................................................................................5
Right-side view............................................................................................................7
Front view ....................................................................................................................9
Bottom view...............................................................................................................10
Chapter 2. Learning the basics............................................................ 16
Configuring the operating system for the first time ............................................16
Operating system interfaces ....................................................................................16
The Charms................................................................................................................17
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down..............................................19
Using the touchpad...................................................................................................21
Function key combinations......................................................................................22
Connecting external devices....................................................................................24
Special keys and buttons..........................................................................................26
System status indicators...........................................................................................27
Securing your computer...........................................................................................29
About NVIDIA
®
Optimus
TM
(on select models) .................................................30
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet................................................. 31
Wired connection ......................................................................................................31
Wireless connection ..................................................................................................32
Chapter 4. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system ...................................34
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting ................................................................. 35
Frequently asked questions .....................................................................................35
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................37
Appendix A. CRU instructions.............................................................41
Replacing the battery................................................................................................41
Replacing the hard disk drive .................................................................................43
Replacing memory ....................................................................................................50
Replacing the wireless LAN card ...........................................................................54
Removing the optical drive .....................................................................................56
Trademarks............................................................................................58
Contents
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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G580/G585
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
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G780
Attention:
The dashed part is invisible.
Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. When closing the display panel, be
careful NOT to leave pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the
keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel may be damaged.
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Integrated
camera
Use the camera for video communication.
Wireless module
antennas (on
select models)
The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless
radio.
Note: Select models may have only one wireless module antenna, which can be found at
location 2b in the illustration. Please refer to the actual product.
Computer display
The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant
visual output.
Power button
Press this button to turn on the computer.
Novo button
When the computer is off, press this button to start the
Lenovo Recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to
enter the boot menu.
Note: For details, see “Lenovo OneKey Recovery system” on page 34.
System status
indicators
For details, see “System status indicators” on page 27.
Built-in
microphone
The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be
used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple
audio recordings.
Touchpad
The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 21.
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Left-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
G480/G485/G580/G585
G780
Kensington slot
Attach a security lock (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 29.
Fan louvers
Dissipate internal heat.
Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the
computer may occur.
VGA port
Connects to external display devices.
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b
c
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
RJ-45 port
This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network.
Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 31.
HDMI port
(on
select models)
Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a
display.
Note: Select G480/G485/G580/G585 models may not include an HDMI port. Please refer
to the actual product.
USB port (on
select models)
Connect to USB devices.
Note:
The blue ports are USB 3.0 ports. The black ports are USB 2.0 ports.
For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 25.
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Right-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
G480/G485/G580/G585
G780
Headphone jack
Connects to external headphones.
Microphone jack
Connects to external microphones.
Optical drive (on
select models)
Reads/Burns optical discs.
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a
b
c
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
USB port (on
select models)
Connects to USB devices.
Note:
The blue ports are USB 3.0 ports. The black ports are USB 2.0 ports.
Select G780 models may not include any USB 2.0 ports on the right-side. Please refer to
the actual product.
For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 25.
AC power
adapter jack
Connect the AC adapter here.
Combo audio
jack
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Front view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
G480/G485/G580/G585
G780
Memory card slot
Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note:
Select models may not include a dummy card. Please refer to the actual product.
For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 24.
System status
indicators
For details, see “System status indicators” on page 27.
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2
1
2
a
b
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
G480/G485
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
G580/G585
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4 55
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
13
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14
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
G780
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
15
Battery latch -
manual
The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack
secured in place.
Battery pack
Battery latch -
spring loaded
The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack
secured in place.
Hard disk drive
(HDD)/Memory/
CPU (Central
processing unit)/
Mini PCI Express
Card slot
compartment
Speakers (on
select models)
The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound.
Note: For sound effects and speaker locations specific to your model, refer to the actual
product.
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b
c
d
e
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics
Configuring the operating system for the first time
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You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used. The
configuration process may include the procedures below:
• Accepting the end user license agreement
• Configuring the Internet connection
• Creating a user account
Operating system interfaces
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Windows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the
Windows desktop.
To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows Desktop, do one of the
following:
• Select the Windows Desktop tile on the Start screen.
• Press the Windows key + D.
To switch from Desktop to Start Screen, do one of the following:
•Select Start from the Charms.
Move the pointer to the lower-left corner and then select the Start screen
thumbnail when it is displayed.
Start screen Desktop
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Lenovo G480 User manual

Category
Notebooks
Type
User manual

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