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Lenovo V470c User Manual

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Lenovo V470c/ V570c
User Guide
V1.0
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.

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  • Page 1 Lenovo V470c/ V570c User Guide V1.0 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 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ...1 Top view ...1 Left-side view ... 4 Right-side view... 6 Front view ...7 Bottom view ... 8 Chapter 2. Learning the basics ...10 First use...10 Using AC adapter and battery ...12 Using the touchpad...13 Using the keyboard...14 Connecting external devices...17...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1. Getting To Know Your Computer

    Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - V470c V470c Notes:...
  • Page 6 Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer V570c V570c Integrated camera (Select models only) Wireless module antennas (Select models only) Computer display Speakers Power button OneKey Rescue system button Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 31. Use the camera for video communication. The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless radio.
  • Page 7 Built-in microphone Touchpad Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 13. Fingerprint reader (Select models only) Numeric keypad (V570c) System status indicators Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings.

  • Page 8: Left-Side View

    Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-side view V470c V570c Kensington slot Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 24. AC power adapter jack Note: For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 12. Fan louvers Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur.
  • Page 9 USB port or eSATA/ USB combo port (Select models only) Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 17. USB port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 17. Chapter 1.

  • Page 10: Right-Side View

    Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view V470c V570c Headphone jack Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearing. Microphone jack USB port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 17. Optical drive RJ-45 port Note: For details, see “Wired connection”...

  • Page 11: Front View

    Front view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - V470c V570c System status...

  • Page 12: Bottom View

    Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - V470c...
  • Page 13 V570c Battery latch - manual Battery pack Battery latch - spring loaded SIM card slot (Select models only) Notes: • In order to be able to insert a SIM card into this slot, you must first disconnect the AC adapter and remove the battery pack.

  • Page 14: Chapter 2. Learning The Basics

    Chapter 2. Learning the basics First use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Reading the manuals Read the supplied manuals before using your computer.
  • Page 15 To put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following. • Click and select Sleep from the Start menu. • Press Fn + F1. Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in sleep state) before you move your computer.

  • Page 16: Using Ac Adapter And Battery

    If you are not going to use the computer for an extended period of time, or if you need to send your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. remove the battery pack from the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down.

  • Page 17: Using The Touchpad

    Using the touchpad V570c Touchpad Left click button Right click button Note: You can enable/disable the touchpad using Fn + F6. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to move.

  • Page 18: Using The Keyboard

    Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad V470c The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn + F8.
  • Page 19 Function key combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn ; then press one of the function keys Chapter 2. Learning the basics...
  • Page 20 Chapter 2. Learning the basics The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Esc: Fn + F1: Fn + F2: Fn + F3: Fn + F4: Fn + F5: Fn + F6: Fn + F8 (V470c): Fn + F9: Fn + F10: Fn + F11: Fn + F12:...

  • Page 21: Connecting External Devices

    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 •...
  • Page 22 Chapter 2. Learning the basics Connecting a Bluetooth device (Select models only) If your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it can connect to and transfer data wirelessly to other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as notebook computers, PDAs and cell phones.

  • Page 23: Switching Gpu (Select Models Only)

    Switching GPU (Select models only) Some IdeaPad models support Switchable Graphics. With this technology, you have the flexibility to switch between a dedicated Nvidia integrated Intel GPU (power-saving GPU), without restarting the Windows operating system. * GPU is short for graphics processing unit. Note: The dedicated Nvidia GPU provides you with superior graphics performance while the energy- efficient integrated graphics provides longer operation with the battery.

  • Page 24: Special Keys And Buttons

    • When the computer is powered-off, press this button to enter the OneKey Rescue system if Lenovo OneKey Rescue system has been preinstalled. • In Windows operating system, press this button to start Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 31.

  • Page 25: System Status Indicators

    Chapter 2. Learning the basics System status indicators - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - These indicators inform you of the computer status.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2. Learning the basics V570c V570c...
  • Page 27 Caps lock indicator Num lock indicator Hard disk drive indicator Power status indicator Battery status indicator Wireless communication indicator Chapter 2. Learning the basics...

  • Page 28: Securing Your Computer

    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.

  • Page 29: Chapter 3. Connecting To The Internet

    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.

  • Page 30: Wireless Connection

    Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Wireless connection Wireless connections provide 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.
  • Page 31 SIM card, refer to “Inserting the SIM card” on page 28. Notes: Various standards are in use by mobile operators to provide Mobile Broadband services. The Lenovo • Mobile Broadband module may support one or more of the following standards:...
  • Page 32 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Inserting the SIM card To insert the SIM card: Turn off the computer; then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Close the computer display and turn it over. Remove the battery. Insert the SIM card in the card slot until it clicks into place as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 33 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet V570c Notched Corner Put the battery back in place. Turn the computer over and reconnect the cables.
  • Page 34 Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Removing the SIM card To remove the SIM card: Turn off the computer, then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Close the computer display and turn it over. Remove the battery. Push the SIM card in until you hear a click, and then pull the SIM card out.

  • Page 35: Chapter 4. Onekey Rescue System

    OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is an easy-to-use application that can be used to back up the data on your system partition (C drive) for easy restore when required. You can run Lenovo OneKey Recovery under the Windows operating system, and the OneKey Rescue system without starting the Windows operating system.

  • Page 36: Chapter 5. Troubleshooting

    Lenovo, see “Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue system” on page 31. How can I contact the customer support center? See " Chapter 3. Getting help and service" of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Where can I find warranty information? For the warranty applicable to your computer, including the warranty period and type of warranty service, see the Lenovo limited warranty flyer that came with your computer.
  • Page 37 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting When do I need to restore the system to the factory status? You can use this feature when your system fails or you need to re-install your operating system. This will restore your computer back to the initial status when you first booted up your computer after receiving it from the store.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    If you forget your HDD 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. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
  • Page 39 Make sure that: - The battery is charged. - The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. See “Chapter 2. Use and care Information” of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. • If the computer does not return from sleep mode, it may have entered hibernation mode automatically because the battery is depleted.
  • Page 40 Chapter 5. Troubleshooting Battery problems Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty. -or- Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. The operating time for a fully charged battery is short. The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery.
  • Page 41 In the Boot menu in the BIOS setup utility, make sure that the device is included in the Boot Priority Order list. • Press F12 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up to select the device you want the computer starts from.

  • Page 42: Appendix A. Cru Instructions

    The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are the same for the V470c and V570c. Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery, do the following: Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode.

  • Page 43: Replacing The Hard Disk Drive

    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.
  • Page 44 Appendix A. CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: Turn off the computer; then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. Remove the battery pack. Remove the Hard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover.
  • Page 45 Remove the frame fixing screw Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow Appendix A. CRU instructions...
  • Page 46 Appendix A. CRU instructions Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. Attach the metal frame to a new hard disk drive and tighten the screws. Put the hard disk drive gently into the hard disk drive bay with the tab facing upwards and the connectors facing each other;...

  • Page 47: Replacing Memory

    Replacing memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a double-data-rate three synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR3 SDRAM)-available as an option-in the memory slot of your computer.
  • Page 48 Appendix A. CRU instructions If two DDR3 SDRAMs are already installed in the memory slot, remove one of them to make room for the new one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time.
  • Page 49 Note: If only one DDR3 SDRAM is used on the computer you are servicing, the card must be installed in SLOT-0 ( : lower slot), but not in SLOT-1 ( To make sure that the DDR3 SDRAM is installed correctly, do as follows: Turn the computer on.

  • Page 50: Removing The Optical Drive (Only For V470C)

    Appendix A. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive (only for V470c) To remove the optical drive, do the following: Remove the screw shown in the illustration Gently pull the optical drive out The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer, and informs you of where to find replacement instructions.

  • Page 51: 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 of others.
  • Page 52 If your product is not working correctly, DO NOT RETURN IT TO THE STORE. For technical assistance, contact a Lenovo support specialist 24 hours a day by calling toll free 1-877-4 LENOVO (1-877-453-6686). Additionally, you can find support information and updates on the Lenovo Web site located at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
  • Page 53 New World. New Thinking. www.lenovo.com V1.0_en-US...

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