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- Page 1 Lenovo User Guide User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
- Page 2 Notes • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using ® Windows 8.1. If you are using other Windows operating system, some operations may be slightly different.
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Page 3: User Guide
Lenovo User Guide Instructions and technical information in this manual are applicable to the following Lenovo notebook computers unless otherwise stated. Model name Lenovo G40-30 20417, 80FY Lenovo G40-45 20374, 80E1 Lenovo G40-70 20369, 80DX Lenovo G40-70m 20422, 80G3 Lenovo G50-30... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down..........19 Connecting to a wireless network ................20 Help and support ...................... 21 Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery System ........22 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ..............23 Frequently asked questions ..................23 Troubleshooting ......................25 Appendix A. -
Page 7: Chapter 1. Getting To Know Your Computer
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Lenovo G40-30/G40-45/G40-70/G40-70m/Z40-70... - Page 8 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70 Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally. Attention: • 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...
- Page 9 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Integrated Use the camera for video communication or taking camera photos. Built-in Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, microphone voice narration, or audio recording. Note: Select models may have only one microphone, please refer to the actual product. Wireless LAN Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive antennas...
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Page 10: Using The Keyboard
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the keyboard Numeric keypad (Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70) The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. Function key combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. - Page 11 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70 The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Home: Activates the pause function. Fn + End: Activates the break function. Fn + PgUp: Enables/disables the scroll lock. Fn + PgDn:...
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Page 12: Hotkeys
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Hotkeys You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate hotkeys. Lenovo G40-30/G40-45/G40-70/G40-70m/Z40-70 Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70 Enables/disables Airplane : Mutes/unmutes the sound. mode. Displays all currently active : Decreases the volume level. -
Page 13: Setting Hotkey Mode
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Setting hotkey mode By default, the hotkey functions are accessible by pressing the appropriate hotkey. However, you can disable the hotkey mode in the BIOS setup utility. To disable the hotkey mode: 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup. - Page 14 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer 4 Open the Exit menu, and select Exit Saving Changes. Note: When hotkey mode is disabled, press the Fn key and the appropriate hotkey to access the corresponding hotkey function.
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Page 15: Left-Side View
When the computer is off or in hibernation mode, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu. Note: For details, see “Lenovo OneKey Recovery System” on page 22. Ventilation slots Dissipate internal heat. - Page 16 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting USB device Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with USB devices. The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver has been installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps.
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Page 17: Software Configuration
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting network cables To insert a network cable, do the following: 1 Hold one connector of the network cable to press the RJ-45 cover down gently 2 Insert the connector into the RJ-45 port Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer. -
Page 18: Right-Side View
Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible with this type of security keyhole. • You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo offers no comment judgment or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features. -
Page 19: Inserting A Memory Card
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Notes: • Insert only one card in the slot at a time. •... -
Page 20: Front View
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Front view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - System status indicators Indicator... -
Page 21: Bottom View
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Battery pack The manual battery pack latch is used to keep the battery latch - manual... -
Page 22: Chapter 2. Starting To Use Windows 8.1
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Configuring the operating system for the first time - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used. -
Page 23: The Charms
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 The charms - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ®... - Page 24 Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Share charm The Share charm lets you send links, photos, and more to your friends and social networks without leaving the app you are in. Start charm The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Start screen. Devices charm The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to any external devices, including the devices to play, print, and project.
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Page 25: Putting The Computer To Sleep Or Shutting It Down
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to sleep or shut it down. -
Page 26: Connecting To A Wireless Network
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Connecting to a wireless network - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless functions, do one of the following: •... -
Page 27: Help And Support
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Help and support If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. -
Page 28: Chapter 3. Lenovo Onekey Recovery System
• The above instructions should be followed when Windows can be started normally. If Windows cannot be started, then follow the steps below to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System: 1 Shut down the computer. -
Page 29: Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Lenovo consumer support website. Lenovo OneKey Recovery System Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with any recovery discs. Use the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System if you need to restore the system to its original factory status. -
Page 30: Bios Setup Utility
Windows, Linux or Dos, etc cannot be installed if you don't change the boot mode. Getting help How can I contact the customer support center? See "Chapter 3. Getting help and service" in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
If you forget your user password, ask the system administrator to clear your user password. • If you forget your hard disk drive password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced. -
Page 32: Sleep Problems
(POST). - The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. See “Chapter 2. Use and care Information” in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Note: If the battery pack is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced. -
Page 33: Sound Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can be heard from • Make sure that: the speaker even when the - The Mute function is off. volume is turned up. - The combo audio jack is not being used. - Speakers are selected as the playback device. Battery pack problems Your computer shuts down •... -
Page 34: Other Problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not • To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power button respond. for four seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC power adapter and the battery pack. •... -
Page 35: Appendix A. Cru Instructions
Notes: • The illustrations used in this appendix are for the Lenovo Z50-70, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are the same for the Lenovo G40-30/ G40-45/G40-70/G40-70m/G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z40-70/Z50-70. • Make sure the battery pack has been removed before replacing any devices. -
Page 36: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive
You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Notes: • Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive swapping. - Page 37 2 Close the computer display and turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Optical drive/Hard disk drive/Memory/Central processing unit/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. a.Remove the screws that secure the compartment cover b.Remove the compartment cover Lenovo G40-30/G40-45/G40-70/G40-70m/Z40-70...
- Page 38 Appendix A. CRU instructions Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70 5 Remove the frame fixing screws Lenovo G40-30/G40-45/G40-70/G40-70m/Z40-70...
- Page 39 Appendix A. CRU instructions Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70 6 Pull the hard disk drive tab in the direction shown by arrow Lenovo G40-30/G40-45/G40-70/G40-70m/Z40-70...
- Page 40 Appendix A. CRU instructions Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame Lenovo G40-30/G40-45/G40-70/G40-70m/Z40-70...
- Page 41 Appendix A. CRU instructions Lenovo G50-30/G50-45/G50-70/G50-70m/Z50-70 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 9 Attach the metal frame to a new hard disk drive and tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other;...
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Page 42: Replacing Memory
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing double-data-rate three synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR3 SDRAM)-available as an option-in the memory slot of your computer. - Page 43 Appendix A. CRU instructions 6 Remove the DDR3 SDRAM by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Be sure to save the old DDR3 SDRAM for future use. 7 Align the notch of the DDR3 SDRAM with the protrusion of the socket and gently insert the DDR3 SDRAM into the socket at a 30-45°...
- Page 44 Appendix A. CRU instructions C Connect the AC power adapter and the cables to the computer. Note: If only one DDR3 SDRAM module is used on the computer you are servicing, it must be installed in SLOT-1 ( ), but not in SLOT-2 ( To make sure that the DDR3 SDRAM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1 Shut down the computer.
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Page 45: Replacing The Wireless Lan Card
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the wireless LAN card - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To replace the wireless LAN card, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer;... - Page 46 Appendix A. CRU instructions 6 Remove the screw that secures the wireless LAN card 7 Take out the wireless LAN card 8 Install the new wireless LAN card. 9 Reinstall and tighten the screw.
- Page 47 Appendix A. CRU instructions 0 Reconnect the two wireless LAN cables (one black, one grey). Note: When installing or reinstalling the wireless card: • In models with a wireless LAN card that has two cables: Plug the black cable (MAIN) into the jack labeled M(Main). Plug the grey cable (AUX) into the jack labeled A(Aux).
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Page 48: Removing The Optical Drive
Appendix A. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To remove the optical drive, do the following: 1 Remove the Optical drive/Hard disk drive/Memory/Central processing unit/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. - Page 49 Appendix A. CRU instructions The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer and informs you of where to find replacement instructions. Safety, Warranty, User Guide and Setup Guide AC power adapter Power cord for AC power adapter Battery pack Bottom access doors Hard disk drive...
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Page 50: Trademarks
Trademarks The following terms are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Lenovo OneKey Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, products, or service names may be trademarks or service marks... - Page 51 en-US Rev. AA00...