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Lenovo IdeaPad Y330 User Manual

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New World. New Thinking.™
www.lenovo.com
Lenovo
IdeaPad Y330
User Guide
P/N: 147001828
Printed in China
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  • Page 1 Y330 User Guide V1.0 cover_en_1-4 Lenovo IdeaPad Y330 User Guide V1.0 New World. New Thinking.™ www.lenovo.com P/N: 147001828 Printed in China...
  • Page 2 RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo, if any, or the standard terms of this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to accept this Program under these terms, then we provide this Program under the provisions set forth in Commercial * Only for the users from the United States.

  • Page 3: Energy Star Model Information

    Lenovo is proud to offer our customers products with an ENERGY STAR compliant designation. Lenovo computers of the following machine types, if the ENERGY STAR mark is affixed, have been designed and tested to conform to the ENERGY STAR 4.0 program requirements for computers.
  • Page 4 For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit http://www.energystar.gov. Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following power-management features to take effect when your computer has been inactive for a specified duration: Table 1.

  • Page 5: Explanation Of Hard Disk Capacity

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 3 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Explanation of Hard Disk Capacity Dear user, While using your computer, you may discover that the nominal hard disk capacity indicated is somewhat different from the disk capacity displayed by the operating system.
  • Page 6 X × 0.931 G. II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes Lenovo computers come with preinstalled OneKey Rescue System, so the hard disk has a special portion partitioned before delivery, which is used to store hard disk mirror and OneKey Rescue System program files.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ...........51 Special keys and buttons ...18 Using the optical drive ....21 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ..52 Using memory cards....22 Frequently Asked Questions ..52 Using Lenovo Remote Troubleshooting......54 (Specific models only)....23 Chapter 5. Getting Help and Using the Integrated Camera..23 Service .........64 Using the Internet.......24...
  • Page 8 Important Safety Information .. 69 Trademarks ....... 135 Caring Your Computer ..... 86 Index...........136 Accessibility and Comfort ..94 Maintenance........ 97 Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty........101 Warranty Information ..... 109 Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers ....112 Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) ..
  • Page 9 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page iii Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Contents...

  • Page 10: Chapter 1. Getting To Know Your Computer

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 1 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Top View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
  • Page 11 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 2 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Integrated camera ................23 Wireless LAN antennas An isotropic antenna system is built into the display for optimal reception, enabling wireless communication wherever you are. Array Microphone (built-in) The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings.

  • Page 12: Left-Side View

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 3 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Left-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 13 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 4 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Modem port ..................26 IEEE 1394 connector ............... 43 VGA port ................... 46 LAN port ................... 24 HDMI connector ................47...

  • Page 14: Right-Side View

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 5 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Right-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 15 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 6 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer USB 2.0 port ..................42 PCI Express card (new card) slot ........... 45 Optical drive ..................21 AC power adapter jack Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and it can charge the battery pack .

  • Page 16: Front View

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 7 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Front View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 17 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 8 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer CIR port..................... 23 System status indicators The system status indicators show the current status of your computer. Multi-media reader slot..............22 Headphone jack (S/PDIF) (external) ..........

  • Page 18: Bottom View

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 9 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Bottom View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 19 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 10 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Battery latch - manual The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual battery latch to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack.
  • Page 20 Hard Disk Drive The hard disk drive is secured in a compartment. Important: Do not disassemble or replace the hard disk drive by yourself! If you do need to, ask a Lenovo authorized service center or dealer to disassemble or replace it.

  • Page 21: Rear View

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 12 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 1. Getting to Know Your Computer Rear View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Fan louvers The fan louvers allow warm air to exit the computer.

  • Page 22: Chapter 2. Using Your Computer

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 13 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Putting your computer to Sleep or Shutting It Down When you finish working with your computer, you can put it to sleep or shut it down. Putting your computer to Sleep If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the computer to sleep.

  • Page 23: Using The Touch Pad

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 1 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using the Touch Pad - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The touch pad consists of a pad and two click buttons at the bottom of the keyboard.

  • Page 24: Using The Keyboard

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 15 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Note: You can also attach and use a USB mouse through the USB connector. see “Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device” on For details, page 42 Using the Keyboard...
  • Page 25 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 16 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Function Key Combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold the Fn key ;...
  • Page 26 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 1 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Esc: Turn on/off the integrated camera. Fn + F1: Put your computer in sleep mode. Fn + F2: Turn on/off the LCD screen.

  • Page 27: Special Keys And Buttons

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 18 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Special keys and buttons - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer has several special keys and buttons.
  • Page 28 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 19 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Touch inductive panel ( Mute/unmute the sound. Open user define utility. Open Dolby function setup screen. Multi-media control buttons* Play / Pause Stop Previous track Next track...
  • Page 29 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 20 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer OneKey Rescue System button Press the OneKey Rescue System button to enter the main interface of OneKey Rescue System while the power is off. Attention: When you press OneKey Rescue System button to turn on the computer, please ensure that your computer is not connected with other peripherals...

  • Page 30: Using The Optical Drive

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 21 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using the optical drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with an optical device, such as a DVD/CD recordable drive.

  • Page 31: Using Memory Cards

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 22 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using memory cards - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one Multi-media Reader slot used to insert a memory card, such as an SD Card, a MultiMediaCard, a Memory Stick, an xD-Picture Card or a Memory Stick Pro.

  • Page 32: Using Lenovo Remote (Specific Models Only)

    Push the memory card until you hear a click. Gently pull the memory card out of the Multi-media reader slot. Using Lenovo Remote (Specific models only) - - - - - - - - - - - - You can use the remote control with Windows Media Center for convenient media enjoyment.

  • Page 33: Using The Internet

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 24 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using the Internet - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with LAN port for high-speed DSL/cable modem connection and local area network (LAN), wireless LAN for wireless connection, and modem port for dial-up connection.
  • Page 34 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 25 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Attention: As the voltage of a telephone connection is higher than that of a network, do not attempt to connect a telephone cable to the LAN port or else a short circuit of the computer might occur.
  • Page 35 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 26 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using modem port The modem port supports a standard telephone cable with one RJ-11 connector, and allows dial up access to an internet service provider (ISP). Important: Do not connect the modem port to a digital circuit cable, or else the current in the digital circuit may damage the modem.

  • Page 36: Securing Your Computer

    Refer to the“Right-side View” on page 5 for the location of the security keyhole. Note: You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo makes no comments, judgements, or warranties about the function, quality, or performance of locking devices and security features.
  • Page 37 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 28 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer ™ Using VeriFace VeriFace is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of your face, and creates a digital map that becomes the system’s “password”.
  • Page 38 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 29 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using Passwords Using passwords helps prevent your computer from being used by others. Once you set a password and enable it, a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on the computer.
  • Page 39 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 30 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Hard disk drive (HDD) passwords Once an HDD password is set, you need to enter it to get access to the hard disk.
  • Page 40 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 31 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Press the Enter key once to move to the Confirm New Password field. Retype the password you just entered to verify it. Commit your password to memory, and press the Enter key.
  • Page 41 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 32 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Note: Make sure the Password on boot is set to Enabled if you need the password protection at power on. To set a User Password: Turn on your computer.
  • Page 42 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 33 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Changing or Removing the User Password To change the password, do the following: Select Set User Password, and press the Enter key. The Set User Password window opens.
  • Page 43 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 34 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Hard Disk Passwords Two types of the hard disk passwords help protect the information stored on the hard disk: Hard disk user password Hard disk master password You need to set a master password and a user password both as the Hard Disk Password.
  • Page 44 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 35 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Select Set Hard Disk Master Password, and press the Enter key. The Set Hard Disk Master Password screen opens. Choose your Hard Disk Master Password, which can be from two to eight alphanumeric characters in any combination.
  • Page 45 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 36 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Note: Remove the HDD password will disable your hard disk password protection. To change the HDD master password, select Set Hard Disk Master Password and type correct HDD master password in the Enter Current Password field, and press Enter key to move to the Enter New Password field and type a new HDD master password in, and retype it in the...

  • Page 46: Installing Device Drivers

    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - A compatible device driver is a requirement to ensure correct operation and performance of each component in your computer. Lenovo provides all drivers that you need in your hard disk. (Assuming current OS is Windows Vista ®...

  • Page 47: Using Battery And Ac Adapter

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 38 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Using battery and AC adapter - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - When you need to use your computer away from electrical outlets, you depend on battery power to keep your computer running.
  • Page 48 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 39 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer The way you use your computer: for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you make the computer display. Using the AC Adapter The power to run your computer can come either from the lithium-ion (Li- ion) battery pack provided with it, or from AC power through the AC...
  • Page 49 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 40 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 2. Using Your Computer Notes When you do not use the AC adapter, disconnect it from the electrical outlet. Do not wrap the power cord tightly around the AC power transformer pack when it is connected to the transformer.
  • Page 50 Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery pack. Attempting to do so can cause an explosion, or liquid leakage from the battery pack. A battery pack other than the one specified by Lenovo, or a disassembled or modified battery pack is not covered by the warranty. Danger: If the rechargeable battery pack is incorrectly replaced, there is danger of an explosion.

  • Page 51: Chapter 3. Using External Devices

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 42 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Your computer has many built-in features and connection capabilities. Attention: Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than USB and 1394 cables while the computer power is on;...

  • Page 52: Connecting An Ieee 1394 Device

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 43 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Attention: When using high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use external device power adapter. Otherwise will cause device be not distinguishable and usable, or system shut down.

  • Page 53: Connecting A Pc Card Device

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 44 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a PC card device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with PCI Express card (new card) slot used for connecting PC card devices that are compatible with the PCI Express card (new card) interface.
  • Page 54 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 45 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Inserting a PCI Express card Gently slide the PCI Express card with the front label facing upward. Slide until it clicks into place. Removing a PCI Express card Push the PCI Express card until you hear a click.

  • Page 55: Connecting An External Display

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 46 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an external display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You can connect an external display to your computer, such as VGA monitor and DVI monitor.
  • Page 56 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 47 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a DVI monitor You can connect a DVI monitor by using a HDMI port. To connect a DVI monitor, use HDMI to DVI-D cable (not supplied) to connect DVI monitor to the HDMI connector on your computer.

  • Page 57: Connecting A Headphone And Audio Device

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 48 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a headphone and audio device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one headphone jack (S/PDIF) used for connecting headphones, speakers, and audio devices that are compatible with the S/PDIF interface.
  • Page 58 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 49 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Switch between headphone and S/PDIF Right-click the Sound icon at the bottom-right corner of the task bar and select Playback Devices from the popup menu. When all players are turned off, select Speakers (headphone) or S/PDIF and click Set Default button.

  • Page 59: Connecting An External Microphone

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 50 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting an external microphone - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer comes with one external microphone jack used for connecting external microphone.

  • Page 60: Connecting A Bluetooth Device

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 51 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 3. Using external devices Connecting a Bluetooth device - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Your computer can connect to and transfer data wirelessly to Bluetooth devices, such as computers, PDAs, and cell phones.

  • Page 61: Chapter 4. Troubleshooting

    This section lists frequently asked questions and tells where you can find detailed answers. For details about each publication included in the package with your computer, see Lenovo IdeaPad Y330 Setup Poster. What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer? See “Chapter 6.
  • Page 62 Customer Support Center nearest to you, See “Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers” on page 112. Where can I find warranty information? For the warranty applicable to your computer, including the warranty period and type of warranty service, see “Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty” on page 101.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - If you do not find your problem here, see Chapter 2.
  • Page 64 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced. When I turn on the computer, only a white cursor appears on a blank screen.
  • Page 65 A Password Problem I forgot my password. If you forgot your user password, you must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the password canceled. If you forgot your HDD password, Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk.
  • Page 66 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 57 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Sleep or Hibernation Problems The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. If the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to protect the processor and other internal components.
  • Page 67 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 58 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting If the sleep indicator is on, your computer is in sleep mode. Connect the AC adapter to the computer; then press any key or the power button.
  • Page 68 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 59 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The screen is unreadable or distorted. Make sure that: The display device driver is installed correctly. The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set. The monitor type is correct.
  • Page 69 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 60 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Incorrect characters appear on the screen. Did you install the operating system or application program correctly? If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced. Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen every time you turn on your computer.
  • Page 70 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 61 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Sound Problems No sound can be heard from the speaker even when the volume is turned up. Make sure that: The Mute function is off. The headphone jack is not used.
  • Page 71 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 62 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting The computer does not operate with a fully charged battery. The surge protector in the battery might be active. Turn off the computer for one minute to reset the protector;...
  • Page 72 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 63 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 4. Troubleshooting To turn off your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC adapter and the battery.

  • Page 73: Chapter 5. Getting Help And Service

    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about Lenovo computers, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains...

  • Page 74: Getting Help On The Web

    Lenovo hardware repair - If the problem is determined to be caused by Lenovo hardware under warranty, trained service personnel are available to provide the applicable level of service.
  • Page 75 Chapter 5. Getting Help and Service Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply to your hardware.
  • Page 76 Telephone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the latest list of Customer Support Center telephone numbers and hours of operation, visit the Support Web site at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. If the number for your country or region is not listed, contact your Lenovo reseller or Lenovo marketing representative.

  • Page 77: Getting Help Around The World

    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - If you travel with your computer or relocate it to a country where your Lenovo machine type is sold, your computer might be eligible for International Warranty Service, which automatically entitles you to obtain warranty service throughout the warranty period.

  • Page 78: Chapter 6. Safety, Use, And Care Information

    Follow and retain all information included with your computer. The information in this document does not alter the terms of your purchase agreement or the Lenovo Limited Warranty. For more information, See “Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty” on page 101.
  • Page 79 Contact the Customer Support Center for further guidance. For a list of Service and Support phone numbers, see http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. Frequently inspect your computer and its components for damage or wear or signs of danger. If you have any question about the condition of a component, do not use the product.
  • Page 80 Note: If you notice these conditions with a product (such as an extension cord) that is not manufactured for or by Lenovo, stop using that product until you can contact the product manufacturer for further instructions, or until you get a suitable replacement.
  • Page 81 Upgrades typically are referred to as options. Replacement parts approved for customer installation are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it is appropriate for customers to install options or replace CRUs. You must closely follow all instructions when installing or replacing parts.
  • Page 82 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 73 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger: Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away. Attention: Before replacing any CRUs, turn off the computer and wait three to five minutes to let the computer cool before opening the cover.
  • Page 83 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 74 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Protect power cords and power adapters from liquids. For instance, do not leave your power cord or power adapter near sinks, tubs, toilets, or on floors that are cleaned with liquid cleansers.
  • Page 84 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 75 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Extension Cords and Related Devices Danger: Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requirements of the product.
  • Page 85 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 76 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet, contact an electrician for an approved outlet adapter or to replace the outlet with one that enables this safety feature.
  • Page 86 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 77 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Hazardous voltage, current, and energy levels are present inside any component that has this label attached. There are no serviceable parts inside these components.
  • Page 87 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 78 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate. Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
  • Page 88 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 79 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Ventilation slots, fans and/or heat sinks are provided with the product for safety, comfort, and reliable operation. These features might inadvertently become blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, carpet, or other flexible surface.
  • Page 89 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 80 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information CD and DVD Drive Safety Danger: CD and DVD drives spin discs at a high speed. If a CD or DVD is cracked or otherwise physically damaged, it is possible for the disc to break apart or even shatter when the CD drive is in use.
  • Page 90 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 81 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Electrical Current Safety Information Danger: Electric current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid a shock hazard: Do not use your computer during a lightning storm.
  • Page 91 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 82 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Connect and disconnect cables as described in the following procedures when installing, moving, or opening covers on this product or attached devices.
  • Page 92 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 83 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Laser Compliance Statement Some personal computer models are equipped from the factory with a CD or DVD drive. CD and DVD drives are also sold separately as options.
  • Page 93 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 84 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information These drives are certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services 21 Code of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J for Class 1 laser products.
  • Page 94 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 85 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Danger: Laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the beam, do not view directly with optical instruments, and avoid direct exposure to the beam.

  • Page 95: Caring Your Computer

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 86 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Caring Your Computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Though your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it.
  • Page 96 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 87 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from water (to avoid the danger of electrical shock). Do not eat or smoke over your keyboard.
  • Page 97 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 88 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information - Wherever possible, ground your computer to facilitate safe electrostatic discharge. Note: Not all such appliances cause a significant electrostatic charge. When you handle options or CRUs, or perform any work inside the computer, take the following precautions to avoid static-electricity damage:...
  • Page 98 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 89 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Be Gentle with Your Computer Avoid placing any objects (including paper) between the display and the keyboard or under the keyboard. Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, push, or place heavy objects on your computer, display, or external devices.
  • Page 99 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 90 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information When you leave the computer in your car, place it on the back seat to avoid being insolated. Carry the AC adapter and power cord with the computer. Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly If your computer comes with an optical drive, do not touch the surface of a disc or the lens on the tray.
  • Page 100 Take Care in Setting Passwords Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it, and you might have to replace your system board or hard disk drive. Other Important Tips Your computer modem might use only an analog telephone network, or public-switched telephone network (PSTN).
  • Page 101 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 92 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Turn off your computer if you are replacing a device, or else verify that the device is warm- or hot-swappable. Before you install any of the following devices, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object.
  • Page 102 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 93 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Wipe the surface to remove the detergent. Rinse the sponge with clean running water. Wipe the cover with the clean sponge. Wipe the surface again with a dry, soft lint-free cloth.

  • Page 103: Accessibility And Comfort

    By keeping these considerations in mind, you can improve performance and achieve greater comfort. Lenovo is committed to providing the latest information and technology to our customers with...
  • Page 104 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 95 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information Ergonomic Information Working in the virtual office may mean adapting to frequent changes in your environment. Following some simple rules will make things easier and bring you the maximum benefits of your computer.
  • Page 105 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 96 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information General Posture: Below are some general recommendations for assuming a healthy working posture. It is best to periodically make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods of working in the same position.

  • Page 106: Maintenance

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 97 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information What If You are Traveling? It may not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices when you are using your computer while on the move or in a casual setting. Regardless of the setting, try to observe as many of the tips as possible.
  • Page 107 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 98 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information General Tips for Maintenance Check the capacity of your hard disk drive from time to time. If the ® hard disk drive gets too full, Windows will slow down and might produce errors.
  • Page 108 At least once a week, make a point to back up your data. If critical data is present, it is a good idea to perform a daily backup. Lenovo has many backup options available for your computer. CD-RW drives and CD- RW/DVD drives are available for most computers and are easily installed.
  • Page 109 If required, you can find your country's Customer Support Center at the following Web address: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. When calling the Customer Support Center, please make sure you have your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is in front of you.

  • Page 110: Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty

    Lenovo. What This Warranty Covers Lenovo warrants that each hardware product is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use during the warranty period. The warranty period for the product starts on the original date of purchase specified on your invoice unless Lenovo informs you otherwise in writing.
  • Page 111 How to Obtain Warranty Service If the product does not function as warranted during the warranty period, you may obtain warranty service by contacting Lenovo or an approved service provider. Each of them is referred to as a “Service Provider.” A list of Service Providers and their telephone numbers is available at consumersupport.lenovo.com.
  • Page 112 If your Service Provider determines that it is unable to either repair or replace your product, your sole remedy is to return the product to your place of purchase or to Lenovo and your purchase price will be refunded. Exchange of a Product or Part When the warranty service involves the exchange of a product or part, the item your Service Provider replaces becomes Lenovo’s property and the...
  • Page 113 Personal Data you did not delete, you are in compliance with all applicable laws. Use of Personal Information If you obtain service under this warranty, Lenovo will store, use and process information about your warranty issue and your contact information, including name, phone numbers, address, and e-mail address.
  • Page 114 Limitation of Liability Lenovo is responsible for loss of, or damage to, your product only while it is 1) in your Service Provider’s possession or 2) in transit in those cases in which the Service Provider is responsible for the transportation.
  • Page 115 Circumstances may arise where, because of a default on Lenovo’s part or other liability, you may be entitled to recover damages from Lenovo. In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim...
  • Page 116 HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR JURISDISCTION TO JURISDICTION. YOU ALSO MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS UNDER APPLICABLE LAW OR WRITTEN AGREEMENT WITH LENOVO. NOTHING IN THIS WARRANTY AFFECTS STATUTORY RIGHTS, INCLUDING RIGHTS OF CONSUMERS UNDER NATIONAL LEGISLATION GOVERNING THE SALE OF CONSUMER GOODS THAT...
  • Page 117 Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty European Economic Area (EEA) Customers in the EEA may contact Lenovo at the following address: Lenovo Warranty & Service Quality Dept., PO Box 19547, Inverkip Road, Greenock, Scotland PA16 9WX. Service under this warranty for Lenovo...

  • Page 118: Warranty Information

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 1 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix A. Lenovo Limited Warranty Warranty Information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 119 Most CRUs are easy to install whereas others may require some technical skill and tools. CRU information and replacement instructions are shipped with your product and are available from Lenovo at any time upon request. You may request that a Service Provider install some CRUs under one of the other types of warranty service designated for your product.
  • Page 120 Under On-site Service, your Service Provider will either repair or exchange the product at your location. You must provide a suitable working area to allow disassembly and reassembly of the Lenovo product. For some products, certain repairs may require your Service Provider to send the product to a designated service center.

  • Page 121: Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers

    The phone numbers provided below are correct as of the time of printing and are subject to change without notice. For the latest warranty service contact telephone number in a country please contact Lenovo, or your reseller in your country.
  • Page 122 +7-(495) 662-7888 Ukraine +38 044 458-38-70 the Republic of Kazakhstan +7 (727) 2971150 +7 (727) 2971160 Turkey 0811-288-0012-6275 Additionally, you can find support information, and updates, including service phone numbers for unlisted countries on the Lenovo Web site located at: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.

  • Page 123: Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (Crus)

    Customers are responsible for replacing all external CRUs. Internal CRUs can be removed and installed by customers or by a Lenovo service technician during the warranty period. Your computer contains the following types of external CRUs: External CRUs (pluggable): These CRUs unplug from the computer.

  • Page 124: Appendix C. Specifications

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 115 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix C. Specifications Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Width: approximate 325 mm Size Depth: approximate 238 mm...
  • Page 125 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 116 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix C. Specifications Input rating of the AC adapter: 100-240 V ac, 50 to 60 Hz Power source 65 W (with integrated graphics card)/90 W (with (AC adapter) discrete graphics card) Note:...

  • Page 126: Appendix D. Notices

    Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
  • Page 127 Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk.
  • Page 128 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 119 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix D. Notices extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. The software interface and hardware configuration described in all the manuals included with your computer may not match the actual configuration of the computer you purchased.

  • Page 129: Wireless Related Information

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 120 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix D. Notices Wireless related information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Wireless Interoperability Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card is designed to be interoperable with any wireless LAN product that is based on Direct Sequence Spread...
  • Page 130 Due to the fact that Wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card and Bluetooth Daughter Card operate within the guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, Lenovo believes the integrated wireless cards are safe for use by consumers. These standards and...
  • Page 131 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 122 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix D. Notices Using the integrated wireless cards on board of airplanes, or in hospitals In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful.

  • Page 132: Electronic Emissions Notices

    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The following information refers to Lenovo IdeaPad Y330, machine type 20002, 2269.
  • Page 133 (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible party: Lenovo (United States) Incorporated 1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NC 27650 U.S.A.
  • Page 134 Um dieses sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern beschrieben zu installieren und zu betreiben. Des Weiteren dürfen auch nur von der Lenovo empfohlene Kabel angeschlossen werden. Lenovo übernimmt keine Verantwortung für die Einhaltung der Schutzanforderungen, wenn das Produkt ohne Zustimmung der Lenovo verändert bzw.
  • Page 135 Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem Deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen - CE - zu führen. Verantwortlich für die Konformitätserklärung nach Paragraf 5 des EMVG ist die Lenovo (Deutschland) GmbH, Gropiusplatz 10, D-70563 Stuttgart. Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraf 4 Abs. (1) 4: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 55024 und EN 55022...
  • Page 136 TV communications and to other electrical or electronic equipment. Such cables and connectors are available from Lenovo authorized dealers. Lenovo cannot accept responsibility for any interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors.
  • Page 137 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 128 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix D. Notices Japanese VCCI Class B Statement Japan Compliance Statement for Power line Harmonics A statement of compliance to the IEC 61000-3-2 harmonics standard is required for all products connecting to the power mains and rated less than 20A per phase.

  • Page 138: Weee And Recycling Statements

    General Recycling Statement Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling their IT products. Information on product recycling offerings can be found on Lenovo’s Internet site at...

  • Page 139: Eu Weee Statements

    WEEE and minimize any potential effects of EEE on the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous substances. For additional WEEE information go to: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.

  • Page 140: Japan Recycling Statements

    Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources.
  • Page 141 You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery http://www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery If you use a Lenovo notebook computer at home and need to dispose of a battery pack, you must comply with local ordinances and regulations. You also can refer to the instructions at www.ibm.com/jp/pc/environment/recycle/battery...

  • Page 142: Notice For Users In The U.s

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 133 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix D. Notices Notice for Users in the U.S.A. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - California Perchlorate Information: Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate.
  • Page 143 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 134 Thursday, July 3, 2008 1:57 PM Appendix D. Notices Using the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk back to factory-ship state. These operations, however, only change the file allocation of the data; they do not delete the data itself.

  • Page 144: Trademarks

    - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Lenovo, lenovo logo, IdeaPad, VeriFace, OneKey Rescue (OneKey...

  • Page 145: Index

    Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 136 Thursday, July 3, 2008 9:38 PM Index Customer Replaceable Unit .........114 (CRU) parts list ....65 Customer Support Center AC adapter Jack ..........6 ..........38 Using Display Cleaning ........94 Drivers ..........37 Battery ........40 Charging Bluetooth ........51 Connecting...
  • Page 146 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 137 Thursday, July 3, 2008 9:38 PM Index on the Web ........ 65 Hibernation Mode Problems ..... 57 Notice Electronic Emissions ....123 ....127 EU Environmental ......133 ...... 4, 43 for US Users IEEE 1394 connector ..........
  • Page 147 Y330 User Guide V1.0 EN (08.06.18).book Page 138 Thursday, July 3, 2008 9:38 PM Index Keyboard ........56 Password ........56 ........57 Sleep Mode ..........6, 42 USB port .........61 Sound ........62 Startup VeriFace ..........28 ........4, 46 VGA port ..........23 Remote........17 Volume button ..........27 Security ......101...

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