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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Attention: • Do NOT open the display panel beyond 180 degree. 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. Power button System status indicators...
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Computer The LCD display provides brilliant visual output. display Fingerprint With the fingerprint reader you can register fingerprints and use them as passwords to secure your computer. reader (specific models only) Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse. Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 14. Built-in The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio...
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-side view E46A/E46G E46L Kensington slot Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 21. Fan louvers Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur.
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eSATA/USB Connects to eSATA or USB devices. combo port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 26. RJ-45 port Connects to an Ethernet network. Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 27. USB port Connects to USB devices.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view USB port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 26. ® ExpressCard slot Note: For details, see “Inserting an ExpressCard/34 device” on page 25. Optical drive (specific models only) Serial port...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Hard disk drive(HDD) compartment Battery latch - spring loaded Battery pack Mini PCI ExpressCard slot compartment Battery latch - manual Central Processing Unit (CPU)/Memory (RAM) compartment Speakers Houses the computer’s hard disk drive. The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place.
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics Turn on the computer Press the power button to turn on the computer. Configure the operating system You may need to configure the operation system when it is first used. The configuration process may include the procedures below. •...
To put the computer into standby state, do one of the following. • Click start and select Stand By from the Turn Off Computer menu. • Press Fn + F1. Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in standby state) before you move your computer.
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using the touchpad Touchpad Left click button Right click button Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn+F8. The touchpad may be disabled when manipulated with two fingers together. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to move.
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using the keyboard - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard.
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics Function key combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn function keys ; then press one of the...
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The following describes the features of each function key. Turn on/off the keyboard light. (specific models Fn + Esc: only) Fn + F1: Enter standby/sleep mode. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the backlight for the LCD screen. Fn + F3: Shift to other connected display devices.
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Under Windows operating systems, press this button to launch a self- defined program, file or a Web site. Note: To re-define the Custom button, select Self-defined program setting (start → All Programs → Lenovo → Energy Management → Self-defined program setting). OneKey Rescue System button •...
• You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo offers no comment, judgement, or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features. Chapter 2. Learning the basics...
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.
Connecting external devices Your computer has a wide range of built-in features and connection capabilities. Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) card • Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card •...
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Inserting a memory card Push the dummy card until you hear a click. Gently pull the dummy card out of the memory card slot. Note: The dummy card is used for preventing dust and small particles from entering the inside of your computer when the memory card slot is not in use.
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Inserting an ExpressCard/34 device Push the dummy card until you hear a click. Gently pull the dummy card out of the ExpressCard slot. Slide the ExpressCard device in with the front label facing upward until it clicks into place. Removing an ExpressCard/34 device Push the ExpressCard device until you hear a click.
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with USB devices. Note: When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the external device’s power adapter. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, or system shut down may result.
Chapter 3. Using 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: uses physical wiring to connect. Wireless network technology: connect without wiring.
Chapter 3. Using the Internet Hardware connection: Cable TV cable Splitter * Cable modem * * Not supplied. Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary. Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.
Wireless connection Wireless connection provides mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers. Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the following standards. Wi-Fi networks cover a small physical area, like a home, Wi-Fi office, or small group of buildings.
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Chapter 3. Using the Internet Using Wi-Fi/WiMax (specific models only) Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless communications, do the following: Slide the integrated wireless device switch to Press Fn + F5 to make configuration. Hardware connection Access point * Wi-Fi/WiMax network * Not supplied Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and...
Index Bluetooth ... 26 Connecting ... 2, 17 Camera ... 23 Card reader Function key combinations ... 4 Kensington slot Keyboard ... 15 Using Microphone ... 3 Built-in Numeric Keypad OneKey Rescue System button Password Using ... 16 Power button ...21 Security Touch pad...
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Index ... 5, 6, 8 USB port Wireless LAN ... 2 Antennas...
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