Getting Help About The Windows Operating System; Using The Special Keys - Lenovo ThinkPad E575 User Manual

• If your computer will be turned off for an extended period of time, you can prevent battery power from
draining by removing the battery.
How do I securely dispose of data stored on the internal storage drive?
• Study Chapter 5 "Security" on page 43 to find out how you can protect your computer from theft and
unauthorized use.
• Before you dispose of the data on the internal storage drive, ensure that you read "Deleting data from your
storage drive" on page 47.
How do I attach an external display?
• Refer to "Using an external display" on page 30.
• With the Extend desktop function, you can display output on both the computer display and an external
display.
How do I attach or replace a device?
Refer to the appropriate topic in Chapter 9 "Replacing devices" on page 89 .
I have been using the computer for some time already, and is getting slower. What should I do?
• Follow the "General tips for preventing problems" on page 67.
• Diagnose problems yourself by using the preinstalled diagnostic software. See "Diagnosing problems" on
page 67.
• Check for recovery solutions in Chapter 8 "Recovery information" on page 85.
Print the following topics and keep them with your computer in case you are unable to access this
electronic user guide when necessary.
• "Installing a new operating system" on page 49
• "Computer stops responding" on page 68
• "Power problems" on page 80

Getting help about the Windows operating system

The Windows help information system provides you with detailed information about using the Windows
operating system so that you can get the most of your computer. To access the Windows help information
system, do the following:
• For Windows 7: Click the Start button to open the Start menu and click Help and Support.
• For Windows 10: Click the Start button to open the Start menu, and then click Get Help. Additionally,
you can use the Cortana

Using the special keys

Your computer has several special keys to help you work more easily and effectively.
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