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Chapter 2. Using your computer

Lenovo SlideNav bar:

Quick launch customized applications by the slide and release at the
Lenovo SlideNav bar when Lenovo SlideNav is installed.

OneKey Theater:

OneKey Theater will optimize the color and volume setting of your
computer, bringing you greater visual and aural impact when enjoying
movies.

Open Dolby function setup screen.

Mute/unmute the sound.

Increase computer volume.

Decrease computer volume.

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Summary of Contents for 41892AU

Page 1: ...Lenovo IdeaPad Y450 User Guide User Guide V3 0 V3 0 ...

Page 2: ...ter software and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C F R 2 101 with limited and restricted rights to use reproduction and disclosure LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If products data computer software or services are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration GSA contract use reproduc...

Page 3: ...ers 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 20020 4189 By using ENERGY STAR compliant products and taking advantage of the power management features of your computer you reduce the consumption of electricity Reduced electrical consumption contributes to potential financial s...

Page 4: ...tton on your keyboard For more information about these settings refer to your Windows Help and Support information system Table 1 ENERGY STAR power management features by operating system Windows XP Windows Vista Turn off monitor After 10 minutes Turn off hard disks After 30 minutes System standby After 20 minutes System hibernates After 2 hours Power plan Balanced Turn off the display After 10 mi...

Page 5: ...ing hard disk capacity Hard disk manufacturers use a radix of 1000 i e 1GB 1 000MB 1MB 1 000KB 1KB 1 000 bytes However when identifying hard disk capacity operating systems use a radix of 1024 i e 1GB 1 024MB 1MB 1 024KB 1KB 1 024 bytes The standard adopted by your computer is that of the hard disk manufacturers Since the standards adopted by the hard disk manufacturer and operating system are dif...

Page 6: ...cue System program files The size of the reserved space for this partition varies according to the model operating system and software of the computer For the sake of safety this partition is not evident which is commonly referred to as a hidden partition In addition after the hard disk is partitioned or formatted the system will assign a certain amount of hard disk space for the system files For ...

Page 7: ... Lenovo remote specific models only 22 Using the integrated camera 22 Using the Internet 23 Securing your computer 29 Installing device drivers 31 Using battery and AC adapter 31 Chapter 3 Using external devices 35 Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device 35 Connecting an eSATA device 37 Connecting an IEEE 1394 device 38 Connecting an ExpressCard 34 device 39 Connecting an external display 41 ...

Page 8: ...elp on the Web 59 Calling the Customer Support Center 59 Getting help around the world 62 Chapter 6 Safety use and care information 63 Important safety information 63 Caring your computer 82 Accessibility and comfort 90 Maintenance 93 Appendix A Lenovo limited warranty 97 Warranty Information 107 Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers 111 Appendix B Customer Replaceable Units CRUs 113 Appendix ...

Page 9: ...ices 122 WEEE and recycling statements 128 Turkish statement of compliance 129 EU WEEE statements 129 Japan recycling statements 130 Notice for users in the U S A 132 Notice on deleting data from your hard disk 132 Trademarks 134 Index 135 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page iii Wednesday May 13 2009 6 07 PM ...

Page 10: ...1 Getting to know your computer Top view The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product Please refer to the actual product Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 1 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 11: ...ilt in microphone can be used for video conferencing voice narration or simple audio recordings Computer display The color display with LED backlit technology provides clear and brilliant text and graphics Speakers System status indicators Touch inductive panel 17 OneKey Rescue System button 19 Power button Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 2 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 12: ...3 Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer Left side view Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 3 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 13: ...his keyhole Note Before purchasing any security product verify that it is compatible with this type of security keyhole VGA port 41 HDMI port 42 USB port 35 Fan louvers Important Make sure that any of the fan louvers are not blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur RJ 45 port 23 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 4 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 14: ...5 Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer Right side view Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 5 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 15: ... 19 AC power adapter jack Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and charge the battery pack Note To prevent damage to the computer and battery pack use the supplied AC adapter only ExpressCard 34 slot 39 USB port 35 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 6 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 16: ...7 Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer Front view Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 7 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 17: ...one jack S PDIF external 43 Memory card slot 20 Integrated wireless device switch Use this switch to disable the wireless radio of all the integrated wireless devices on your computer CIR port 22 CIR port used for Lenovo remote controller Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 8 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 18: ...9 Chapter 1 Getting to know your computer Bottom view Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 9 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 19: ...eep the battery pack secured Move the manual battery latch to the unlocked position to insert or remove the battery pack Move the manual latch to the locked position after inserting the battery pack Central Processing Unit CPU Memory RAM compartment Hard Disk compartment Important Do not disassemble any component by yourself If you do need to ask a Lenovo authorized service center or dealer to dis...

Page 20: ...eyboard To move the cursor on the screen slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to move The functions of the left and right click buttons correspond to those of the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 11 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 21: ...ly The touchpad can recognize some gestures and make actions like zoom in out or scroll up down easily ChiralMotion Slide your finger to the right side of the touchpad until you see the scroll mark then draw on the touchpad in a twisting motion Draw clockwise or counterclockwise to scroll the page down or up Pinch Use two fingers and make a pinch gesture on the touch pad to zoom out reverse the ge...

Page 22: ...ouchpad with your palm you may set the area size by clicking Synaptics Pointing Device icon in the system tray in the lower right corner of the desktop You can also change other gesture settings e g enable disable ChiralMotion by clicking the Synaptics Pointing Device icon Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 13 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 23: ... standard keyboard Numeric keypad The keyboard has keys that when enabled work as a 10 key numeric keypad To enable or disable the numeric keypad press Fn F8 The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product Please refer to the actual product Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 14 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 24: ...combinations Through the use of the function keys you can change operational features instantly To use this function press and hold the Fn key then press one of the function keys Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 15 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 25: ...Fn F4 Open the interface for display resolution settings Fn F5 Open the interface for integrated wireless devices settings enable disable Fn F6 Enable disable the touchpad Fn F8 NumLk function Fn F9 Pause function Fn F10 Break function Fn F11 ScrLk function Fn F12 Insert function Fn PrtSc SysRq System request Fn Increase decrease display brightness Fn Increase decrease computer volume Y450 UserGui...

Page 26: ...2 Using your computer Special keys and buttons Your computer has several special keys and buttons Touch inductive panel with multi media buttons Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 17 Friday May 15 2009 7 09 PM ...

Page 27: ...novo SlideNav is installed OneKey Theater OneKey Theater will optimize the color and volume setting of your computer bringing you greater visual and aural impact when enjoying movies Open Dolby function setup screen Mute unmute the sound Increase computer volume Decrease computer volume Y450 UserGuide V3 0 EN book Page 18 Friday June 5 2009 10 43 AM ...

Page 28: ...cted with other peripherals such as a USB storage device etc otherwise the system may not operate properly For details see OneKey Rescue System User Guide Note When your computer is running Windows Vista and if you have the OneKey Recovery application installed you can start the application by pressing the OneKey Rescue System button Using the optical drive Your computer comes with an optical driv...

Page 29: ... a memory card such as an SD SDHC Card a MultiMediaCard an xD Picture Card or a Memory Stick Memory Stick Pro Note Only use the memory cards listed above for more information about the usage read the instructions shipped with the memory card Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 20 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 30: ...h the arrow facing upward and pointing toward the memory card slot Slide until it clicks into place Removing a memory card 1 Push the memory card until you hear a click 2 Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 21 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 31: ...g the integrated camera With the built in camera you can take photos or movies and use with various applications such as EasyCapture Windows Live Messenger or Yahoo Messenger and so on Note If you use Windows Vista you need to install a separate third party dedicated application because Windows Vista does not include a program for taking pictures or movies with the integrated camera Y450 UserGuide...

Page 32: ...he Internet Using RJ 45 port The RJ 45 port supports a standard RJ 45 connector and allows you to connect the computer to an Ethernet connection and local area network LAN Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 23 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 33: ...reless LAN PCI Express Mini Card may be pre installed at the factory which enables your computer hardware ready for accessing wireless LANs Note An isotropic antenna system is built into the display for optimal reception enabling wireless communication wherever you are To enable wireless communications do the following 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to the right 2 Press Fn F5 to mak...

Page 34: ...iggest advantage of Mobile Broadband is that it is accessible from anywhere you can get a signal from your carrier Laptop computers with Mobile Broadband access can stay online on the move and will not be tied down by a wired Internet connection Various standards are in use by mobile operators to provide Mobile Broadband service Depending on the model your Mobile Broadband module may support one o...

Page 35: ...u also need To activate Mobile Broadband service through your local mobile network operator You will get a Subscriber Identity Module SIM card after activation For instructions on inserting the SIM card refer to the Inserting the SIM card on page 27 Note A SIM card is a type of smart card used by mobile network operators to identify their service subscribers on the mobile network You will get the ...

Page 36: ...emove the battery 4 Insert the SIM card to the card slot until it clicks into place as shown in the drawing Note Be careful when inserting the SIM card only insert in the direction shown below Inserting the SIM card in the wrong direction may damage the SIM card slot 5 Put the battery back in place turn the computer over again and reconnect the cables Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 27 Thursday M...

Page 37: ... to lock the card holder when the SIM card is inserted Removing the SIM card To remove the SIM card 1 Turn off the computer then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer 2 Close the computer display and turn it over 3 Remove the battery 4 Push the SIM card in until you hear a click and then pull the SIM card out Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 28 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 38: ...p prevent it from being removed without your permission Attach a security lock to the keyhole of the computer then secure the chain on the lock to a stationary object Refer to the instructions shipped with the security lock Refer to the Left side view on page 3 for the location of the security keyhole Note You are responsible for evaluating selecting and implementing the locking devices and securi...

Page 39: ...s Once you set a password and enable it a prompt appears on the screen each time you power on the computer Enter your password at the prompt The computer cannot be used unless you enter the correct password Make sure that only authorized individuals access your computer Establishing different kinds of passwords requires that other possible users know the proper passwords in order to access your co...

Page 40: ...er to keep your computer running Note The operating system may run slower when using the battery mode Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by using Windows Power options As each computer user has different habits and needs it is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will last There are two main factors The amount of energy stored in the batte...

Page 41: ... adapter jack of the computer You can check the status of your battery at any time by looking at the battery meter at the bottom of your display Note 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 You can charge the battery when the AC adapter is connected to...

Page 42: ...d battery If an AC outlet is convenient first connect the power cord to the transformer pack second plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and then connect the AC adapter to the power jack of the computer The charging time is affected by the physical environment Note To increase the life of the battery the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately when it drops from fully c...

Page 43: ...losion The battery pack contains a small amount of harmful substances To avoid possible injury Replace only with a battery of the type recommended by Lenovo Keep the battery pack away from fire Do not expose the battery pack to water or rain Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack Do not short circuit the battery pack Keep the battery pack away from children Danger Do not put the battery pa...

Page 44: ...s on otherwise you might damage your computer To avoid possible damage to attached devices wait at least five seconds after the computer is shut down to disconnect external devices Connecting a Universal Serial Bus USB device Your computer comes with USB ports compatible with USB devices such as a keyboard mouse camera external hard disk drive printer and scanner Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book P...

Page 45: ...tion When using high power consumption USB devices use external device power adapter Otherwise it will cause the device unable to be recognized and used or system shut down Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 36 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 46: ... comes with an eSATA USB combo port used for connecting devices that are compatible with the eSATA USB interface such as external hard disk drives Note Both the eSATA and USB connectors can fit into this port Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 37 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 47: ...device Your computer comes with an IEEE 1394 connector used for connecting devices that are compatible with the IEEE 1394 interface such as digital video cameras and external hard disk drives Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 38 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 48: ...nnecting an ExpressCard 34 device Your computer comes with an ExpressCard slot used for connecting ExpressCard devices that are compatible with the ExpressCard interface Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 39 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 49: ...ving an ExpressCard device 1 Push the ExpressCard device until you hear a click 2 Gently pull the ExpressCard device out of the ExpressCard slot Note Before removing the ExpressCard device stop it from working by Windows Safely Remove Hardware utility otherwise it may corrupt your data or even damage the device Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 40 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 50: ...play to your computer Connecting a VGA monitor You can connect a VGA monitor by using a VGA port To connect a VGA monitor plug the display cable to VGA port on your computer To shift to other connected display devices press Fn F3 Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 41 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 51: ...rnal devices 42 Connecting an HDMI monitor You can connect an HDMI monitor by using an HDMI port To shift to other connected display devices press Fn F3 Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 42 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 52: ... headphone and audio device Your computer comes with a headphone jack S PDIF used for connecting headphones speakers and audio devices that are compatible with the S PDIF interface Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 43 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 53: ...2 2 The headphone output connector of your computer complies with EN 50332 2 Sub clause 7 This specification limits the computer s maximum wide band true RMS output voltage to 150 mV To help protect against hearing loss ensure that the headphones or earphones you use also comply with EN 50332 2 Clause 7 limits for a wide band characteristic voltage of 75 mV Using headphones that do not comply with...

Page 54: ...g external devices Connecting an external microphone Your computer comes with an external microphone jack used for connecting an external microphone Y450 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 45 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 55: ... cell phones Enabling Bluetooth communications 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch to the right 2 Press Fn F5 to make configuration Note When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function turn it off to save battery power For details on connecting other Bluetooth enabled devices market available please refer to the instructions shipped with the devices that you have purchased separately ...

Page 56: ...er See Chapter 6 Safety use and care information on page 63 of this guide More tips can be found in Chapter 1 and 2 What are the main hardware features of my new computer More information can be found in Chapter 1 and 2 Where can I find the detailed specifications for my computer See http consumersupport lenovo com I need to upgrade a device or I need to replace one of the following the hard disk ...

Page 57: ...enter See Chapter 5 Getting help and service on page 58 of this Guide For the phone numbers of the Customer Support Center nearest to you see Lenovo warranty service telephone numbers on page 111 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 97 Y450 UserGui...

Page 58: ...are using an external monitor see Computer screen problems on page 53 If the screen is blank make sure that The battery is installed correctly The AC adapter is connected to the computer and the power cord is plugged into a working electrical outlet The computer power is on Press the power button again for confirmation The memory is installed correctly If these items are properly set and the scree...

Page 59: ...ing OneKey Recovery If you still see only the cursor on the screen have the computer serviced My screen goes blank while the computer is on Your screen saver or power management may be enabled Do one of the following to exit from the screen saver or to resume from sleep or hibernation mode Touch the touchpad Press any key on the keyboard Press the power button Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 50 T...

Page 60: ...ing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be charged for parts and service If you forget your supervisor password Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the system board replaced Proof of purchase is required and a fee will be c...

Page 61: ... acceptable range See Specifications on page 114 If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range have the computer serviced The critical low battery error message appears and the computer immediately turns off The battery power is getting low Connect the AC adapter to the computer or replace the battery with a fully charged one The computer does not return from sleep mode or the slee...

Page 62: ...ter reset the computer Unsaved data may be lost To reset the computer press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more If the computer is still not reset remove the AC adapter and the battery Computer screen problems The screen is blank Do the following If you are using the AC adapter or using the battery and the battery status indicator is on press Fn to make the screen brighter If the power...

Page 63: ...f they are installed and configured correctly have the computer serviced A message Unable to create overlay window appears when you try to start DVD playback or You get poor or no playback while running video playback DVD playback or game applications Do either of the following If you are using 32 bit color mode change the color depth to 16 bit mode If you are using a display resolution of 1366 76...

Page 64: ...ndicator shows empty or Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty Discharge and recharge the battery The operating time for a fully charged battery is short For details see Handling the battery in Chapter 2 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 prote...

Page 65: ...ake sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility correctly A startup problem The Microsoft Windows operating system does not start Use the OneKey Recovery to help solve or identify your problem For details about OneKey Recovery see OneKey Rescue System User Guide Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 56 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 66: ...ters sleep mode during a communication operation Disable the sleep timer when you are working on the network The computer does not start from a device you want See the Boot menu of the BIOS Setup Utility Make sure that the startup sequence in the BIOS Setup Utility is set so that the computer starts from the device you want Also make sure that the device from which the computer starts is enabled Y...

Page 67: ...lem with your computer and whom to call for service should it be necessary Microsoft Service Packs are the latest software source for Windows product updates They are available by means of a Web download connection charges may apply or from a disc For more specific information and links go to the Microsoft Web site at http www microsoft com Lenovo offers Up and Running technical assistance with in...

Page 68: ...sier Calling the Customer Support Center If you have tried to correct the problem yourself and still need help during the warranty period you can get help and information by telephone through the Customer Support Center The following services are available during the warranty period Problem determination Trained personnel are available to assist you with determining if you have a hardware problem ...

Page 69: ...e of network operating systems NOS Installation and maintenance of application programs To determine if your Lenovo hardware product is under warranty and when the warranty expires go to http consumersupport lenovo com and click Warranty then follow the instructions on the screen Refer to your Lenovo hardware warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms Be sure to retain your proof of ...

Page 70: ...he telephone numbers for your Customer Support Center location are located in Appendix A Lenovo limited warranty on page 97 Note 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 you...

Page 71: ... service Service methods and procedures vary by country and some services might not be available in all countries Service centers in certain countries might not be able to service all models of a particular machine type In some countries fees and restrictions might apply at the time of service To determine whether your computer is eligible for International Warranty Service and to view a list of t...

Page 72: ...s follow the instructions included with your product observe all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions and review the information included in this document carefully By carefully following the information contained in this document and provided with your product you can help protect yourself from hazards and create a safer computer work environment Note This information include...

Page 73: ...urself 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 Contact the Customer Support Center or the product manufacturer for instruction...

Page 74: ...power adapter has been exposed to water The product has been dropped or damaged in any way The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions 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 ...

Page 75: ...ce CRUs You must closely follow all instructions when installing or replacing parts The Off state of a power indicator does not necessarily mean that voltage levels inside a product are zero Before you remove the covers from a product equipped with an ac power cord always make sure that the power is turned off and that the product is unplugged from any power source For more information on CRUs see...

Page 76: ...able types shall be used accordingly Never wrap a power cord around a power adapter or other object Doing so can stress the cord in ways that can cause the cord to fray crack or crimp This can present a safety hazard Always route power cords or any other cables so that they will not be walked on tripped over or pinched by objects Protect power cords and power adapters from liquids For instance do ...

Page 77: ...urely and completely plugged into receptacles Do not use any power adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins or shows signs of overheating such as deformed plastic at the ac input or anywhere on the power adapter Do not use any power cords where the electrical contacts on either end show signs of corrosion or overheating or where the power cord appears to have been damaged in any way Y450 ...

Page 78: ...er equipment appears to be damaged or corroded do not use the outlet until it is replaced by a qualified electrician Do not bend or modify the plug If the plug is damaged contact the manufacturer to obtain a replacement Do not share an electrical outlet with other home or commercial appliances that draw large amounts of electricity otherwise unstable voltage might damage your computer data or atta...

Page 79: ... not fully extend power cords in a way that will stress the cords Be sure that the power outlet provides the correct voltage and current for the product you are installing Carefully connect and disconnect the equipment from the electrical outlet Power supply statement Danger Never remove the cover on a power supply or any part that has the following label attached Hazardous voltage current and ene...

Page 80: ...r disposed of Do not Throw or immerse into water Heat to more than 100 C 212 F Repair or disassemble Dispose of the battery as required by local ordinances or regulations The following statement applies to users in the state of California U S A California Perchlorate Information Products containing CR manganese dioxide lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate Perchlorate Material specia...

Page 81: ...d of time Your computer generates some heat during normal operation The amount of heat depends on the amount of system activity and the battery charge level Extended contact with your body even through clothing could cause discomfort or even a skin burn Periodically take breaks from using the keyboard by lifting your hands from the palm rest and be careful not to use the keyboard for any extended ...

Page 82: ...recautions with your computer Keep the cover closed whenever the computer is plugged in Regularly inspect the outside of the computer for dust accumulation Remove dust from vents and any perforations in the bezel More frequent cleanings might be required for computers in dusty or high traffic areas Do not restrict or block any ventilation openings Do not operate your computer inside furniture as t...

Page 83: ...module on your computer is a low power radio transceiver When it is turned on it intermittently receives and transmits radio frequency RF energy which could cause interference with the operation of the airplane communication or navigation system Refer to rules or regulations of your airline company for Mobile Broadband use Never enable Mobile Broadband feature on your computer unless you are expli...

Page 84: ...e the implanted device to malfunction If patients have any doubt that there is interference taking place immediately disable the wireless radio on the computer and contact the doctor for more information The Mobile Broadband module embedded in your computer does not support voice calls hence their use for essential communications is not possible Therefore you should never rely upon the device for ...

Page 85: ... this situation and to reduce the risk of damage to your computer do the following Always store CD DVD discs in their original packaging Always store CD DVD discs out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat sources Remove CD DVD discs from the computer when not in use Do not bend or flex CD DVD discs or force them into the computer or their packaging Check CD DVD discs for cracks before each ...

Page 86: ... grounded electrical outlet Connect to properly wired outlets any equipment that will be attached to this product Whenever possible use one hand only to connect or disconnect signal cables Never turn on any equipment when there is evidence of fire water or structural damage Disconnect the attached power cords battery pack and all the cables before you open the device covers unless instructed other...

Page 87: ...tlets 5 Turn devices ON To disconnect 1 Turn everything OFF 2 First remove power cords from outlets 3 Remove signal cables from connectors 4 Remove all cables from devices The power cord must be disconnected from the wall outlet or receptacle before installing all other electrical cables connected to your computer The power cord may be reconnected to the wall outlet or receptacle only after all ot...

Page 88: ...nd DVD drives are also sold separately as options CD and DVD drives are laser products The drive s classification label shown below is on the surface of the drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1 KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT Example of the label Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 79 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 89: ... a Class 1 level during normal operation user maintenance or servicing When a CD or DVD drive is installed note the following handling instructions Danger Use of controls adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein might result in hazardous radiation exposure Do not remove the drive covers Removing the covers of the CD or DVD drive could result in exposure to hazardo...

Page 90: ... breaks and the internal liquid crystal material contacts the eyes mouth or clothing take the following actions immediately In case contact to the eyes or mouth rinse with large amount of running water for more than 15 minutes If any symptoms are present after washing get medical care In case contact to the skin or clothing wipe it immediately and wash with soap and large amount of running water f...

Page 91: ...system activity and battery charge level Extended contact with your body even through clothing could cause discomfort or eventually a skin burn When the AC adapter is connected to an electrical outlet and your computer it generates heat Do not place the adapter in contact with any part of your body while using it Never use the AC adapter to warm your body Extended contact with your body even throu...

Page 92: ...ed time to air containing negative ions it may become electrostatically charged Such a charge may be discharged through your hands when you touch the keyboard or other parts of the computer or through connectors on I O devices connected to it Even though this kind of electrostatic discharge ESD is the opposite of a discharge from your body or clothing to the computer it poses the same risk of a co...

Page 93: ...er touch exposed circuitry Prevent others from touching components When you install a static sensitive option or CRU touch the static protective package containing the part to a metal expansion slot cover or other unpainted metal surface on the computer for at least two seconds This reduces static electricity in the package and your body Whenever possible remove the static sensitive part from the ...

Page 94: ...your computer is in sleep or hibernation mode or turned off before moving it This will prevent damage to the hard disk drive and data loss When picking up your open computer hold it by the bottom Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag For outdoor use ...

Page 95: ...tructions shipped with your hardware and apply pressure only where needed on the device Data safety Do not delete unknown files or change the name of files or directories that were not created by you otherwise your computer software might fail to work Be aware that accessing network resources can leave your computer vulnerable to computer viruses hackers spyware and other malicious activities that...

Page 96: ...mputer to you if it is lost or stolen Registering your computer also enables Lenovo to notify you about possible technical information and upgrades Only an authorized Lenovo repair technician should disassemble and repair your computer Do not modify or tape the latches to keep the display open or closed Take care not to turn your computer over while the AC adapter is plugged in This could break th...

Page 97: ...follows 1 Prepare a mixture of a gentle kitchen use detergent one that does not contain abrasive powder or strong chemicals such as acid or alkaline Use 5 parts water to 1 part detergent 2 Absorb the diluted detergent into a sponge 3 Squeeze excess liquid from the sponge 4 Wipe the cover with the sponge using a circular motion and taking care not to let any excess liquid drip 5 Wipe the surface to...

Page 98: ... dust free cloth 2 Wipe each keytop surface with the cloth Wipe the keys one by one if you wipe several keys at a time the cloth may hook onto an adjacent key and possibly damage it Make sure that no liquid drips onto or between the keys 3 Allow to dry 4 To remove any crumbs and dust from beneath the keys you can use a camera blower with a brush or cool air from a hair drier Note Avoid spraying cl...

Page 99: ...er that does not contain impurities 4 Wring out as much of the liquid as you can 5 Wipe the display again do not let any liquid drip into the computer 6 Be sure to dry the display before closing it Accessibility and comfort As your computer enables you to work in so many places it is important that you remain attentive to good posture good lighting and proper seating By keeping these consideration...

Page 100: ...its of your computer Keeping in mind such basics as good lighting and proper seating for example can help you improve your performance and achieve greater comfort Note This example shows someone in a conventional setting Even if you work in a casual less conventional setting many of the tips in this section still apply Develop good habits and they will serve you well Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Pa...

Page 101: ...ight Keep the display screen clean and set the brightness to levels that enable you to see the screen clearly Press Fn to adjust display brightness Head Position Keep your head and neck in a comfortable and neutral vertical or upright position Chair Use a chair that gives you good back support and seat height adjustment Use chair adjustments to best suit your desired posture Arm and Hand Position ...

Page 102: ...ter s visual display screen is designed to meet the highest standards and to provide you with clear crisp images and large bright displays that are easy to see yet easy on the eyes Of course any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring If you have questions on eye fatigue or visual discomfort consult a vision care specialist for advice Maintenance An important part of owning your c...

Page 103: ...plication program duplication or overlapping versions Clean out your Inbox Sent and Trash folders from your e mail client program 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 in...

Page 104: ...d so on Make sure that the battery is charged and that you have the AC power adapter connected Boot into the BIOS and load the default settings Turn off the computer and start the recovery process If your computer uses discs as the recovery media do not remove the disc from the drive until you are prompted to do so If required you can find your country s Customer Support Center at the following We...

Page 105: ...o operate that piece of hardware After you install the driver the operating system can recognize the hardware component and understand how to use it Note Due to the fact that drivers are programs like any other file on your computer they are susceptible to corruption and might not perform properly if corruption occurs Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 96 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 106: ...service that apply to your product are designated below under the section titled Warranty Information THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY AND REPLACES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF EXPRESS O...

Page 107: ...will do to correct problems When you contact a Service Provider you must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures specified Your Service Provider will attempt to diagnose and resolve your problem over the telephone e mail or through remote assistance Your Service Provider may direct you to download and install designated software updates Some problems can be resolved with a repla...

Page 108: ...the replacement product or part becomes your property Only unaltered Lenovo products and parts are eligible for replacement The replacement product or part provided by Lenovo may not be new but it will be in good working order and at least functionally equivalent to the original product or part The replacement product or part shall be warranted for the balance of the period remaining on the origin...

Page 109: ...e 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 service and your contact information including name phone numbers address and e mail address Lenovo will use this information to perform service under this warranty and to improve our business relationship with you We may c...

Page 110: ... environment natural disasters power surges or improper maintenance by you damage caused by a non authorized service provider failure of or damage caused by any third party products including those that Lenovo may provide or integrate into the Lenovo product at your request and any technical or other support such as assistance with how to questions and those regarding product set up and installati...

Page 111: ...cover damages from Lenovo In each such instance regardless of the basis of your claim against Lenovo including breach negligence misrepresentation or other contract or tort claim except and to the extent that liability cannot be waived or limited by applicable laws Lenovo shall not be liable for more than the amount of actual direct damages suffered by you up to the amount you paid for the product...

Page 112: ...anty shall be governed construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of Singapore without regard to conflict of laws If you acquired the product in India disputes arising out of or in connection with this warranty shall be finally settled by arbitration held in Bangalore India Arbitration in Singapore shall be held in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of Singapore International Arbitratio...

Page 113: ... BE WAIVED OR LIMITED BY CONTRACT European Economic Area EEA Customers in the EEA may contact Lenovo at the following address EMEA Service Organisation Lenovo International B V Floor 2 Einsteinova 21 851 01 Bratislava Slovakia Service under this warranty for Lenovo hardware products purchased in EEA countries may be obtained in any EEA country in which the product has been announced and made avail...

Page 114: ... programa de software adicional instalado por Usted o instalado después de la compra del producto Los servicios no cubiertos por la garantía se cargarán al usuario final previa obtención de una autorización En el caso de que se precise una reparación cubierta por la garantía por favor llame al Centro de soporte al cliente al 01 800 9253 6686 donde le dirigirán al Centro de servicio autorizado más ...

Page 115: ... autorizados por favor visite http www lenovo com mx es servicios Manufactured by China Shanghai China No 68 building No 199 Fenju Road Waigaoqiao Free Trade Zone Shanghai P R China 200131 Marketed by Lenovo Mexico S de RL de CV Av Santa Fe 505 Piso 15 Col Cruz Manca Cuajimalpa México DF CP 05349 Tel 55 5000 8500 Y450 UserGuide V3 0 EN book Page 106 Friday June 5 2009 10 43 AM ...

Page 116: ...achine type Country or region of purchase Warranty period Type of warranty service Notebook 20020 4189 Taiwan Parts and labor 1 year Battery pack 1 year 3 4 India China Hong Kong S A R China Macau S A R 1 4 United States of America Canada 1 3 Indonesia Malaysia Singapore Thailand Philippines Vietnam South Africa Australia New Zealand France Mexico 1 3 or 4 Russia Ukraine the Republic of Kazakhstan...

Page 117: ...available from Lenovo at any time upon request CRUs that are easily installed by you are called self service CRUs while optional service CRUs may require some technical skill and tools Installation of self service CRUs is your responsibility You may request that a Service Provider install optional service CRUs under one of the other types of warranty service designated for your product An optional...

Page 118: ... for disconnecting the product A shipping container will be provided to you for you to return your product to a designated service center A courier will pick up your product and deliver it to the designated service center Following its repair or exchange the service center will arrange the return delivery of the product to you 4 Customer carry in or mail in service Under customer carry in or mail ...

Page 119: ...ty in exchange for the failed product which becomes the property of Lenovo You must pack the failed product in the shipping carton used to ship the replacement product and return it to Lenovo Transportation charges both ways are paid by Lenovo Failure to use the carton in which the replacement product was received may result in your responsibility for damage to the failed product during shipment Y...

Page 120: ... contact Lenovo or the reseller in your country or region Singapore 800 6012 047 Malaysia 1800 18 2388 Thailand 1800 06 0087 Indonesia 001 803 0601 2003 Philippines 1800 111 00724 Vietnam 1800 1528 India Toll free 1800 113324 Alternate No 011 26388288 SMS 9900173324 P R China 400 810 8888 Hong Kong 852 2516 3919 Taiwan 886 0800 000 702 Macau 0800 689 United States 1 877 453 6686 Canada 1 877 453 6...

Page 121: ...8 Ukraine 38 044 458 38 70 the Republic of Kazakhstan 7 727 2971150 7 727 2971160 Poland 0800 702 062 Turkey 0811 267 7777 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 Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 112 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 122: ...amples of these types of CRUs include the AC adapter and power cord External CRUs with latches These CRUs include a latch to help you remove and replace the part Examples of these types of CRUs include the notebook main battery an optical drive and an extended battery Your computer contains the following types of internal CRUs Internal CRUs located behind an access panel These CRUs are isolated pa...

Page 123: ...F Operating with an optical disc in the drive 10 to 35 C 50 to 95 F Storage 0 to 50 C 32 to 122 F Note When you charge the battery pack its temperature is between 0 C and 60 C 32 140 F Relative humidity Operating with no optical disc in the drive 8 to 95 Operating with an optical disc in the drive 8 to 80 Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 114 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 124: ... discrete graphics card Note For models with discrete graphics card the supplied 90W AC adapter with the unit is recommended Otherwise it will cause AC adapter overheat or machine malfunction Battery pack Lithium ion Li Ion battery pack Nominal voltage 11 1 V 6 cells Capacity 56 57Wh Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 115 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 125: ... other product program or service Lenovo may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter described in this document The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these patents You can send license inquiries in writing to Lenovo United States Inc 1009 Think Place Building One Morrisville NC 27560 U S A Attention Lenovo Director of Licensing LENOVO PROVIDES...

Page 126: ... document was obtained in specific environments and is presented as an illustration The result obtained in other operating environments may vary Lenovo may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you Any references in this publication to non Lenovo Web sites are provided for convenience only and do not in any manner...

Page 127: ...ontrol Number ECCN of 4A994 b It can be re exported except to any of the embargoed countries in the EAR E1 country list Television output notice The following notice applies to models that have the factory installed television output feature This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights Use of this copyright protec...

Page 128: ...efined and approved by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers The Wireless Fidelity Wi Fi certification as defined by the Wi Fi Alliance Bluetooth Daughter Card is designed to be interoperable with any Bluetooth product that is compliant to Bluetooth Specification 2 0 EDR as defined by the Bluetooth SIG Following profiles are supported by Bluetooth Daughter Card Generic Access Servi...

Page 129: ... D Notices 120 File Transfer Synchronization Audio Gateway Headset Printer Human Interface Devices Keyboard Mouse Basic Image Handsfree AV Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 120 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 130: ...of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research literature In some situation or environment the use of wireless LAN PCI Express Mini Card or Bluetooth Daughter Card may be restricted by the proprietor of the building or responsible representatives of the organization These situations may for example include Using the integrated wireless cards on b...

Page 131: ... in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into...

Page 132: ...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 27560 U S A Telephone 919 294 5900 Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Avis de conformité à la réglementatio...

Page 133: ...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 wenn Erweiterungskomponenten von Fremdherstellern ohne Empfehlung der Lenovo gesteckt eingebaut werden Deutschland Einhaltung des Gesetzes über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Betrie...

Page 134: ...89 336 EWG für Geräte der Klasse B 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 135: ...oduct has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Information Technology Equipment according to European Standard EN 55022 The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical residential environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication devices Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to reduce...

Page 136: ...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 ש ᢕLenovoᮟ ٴ ሺՖ ॖʁ ۄ บ ሷくҝ ש ᢕӠҝ ש ռఱΒ Β ʽᕀɼ ʪᐵʠɺ ሺՖヅ 0800 000 700 Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 127 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 137: ...ponsibly 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 http www lenovo com lenovo environment recycling Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 128 Thursday May 14 2009 5 23 PM ...

Page 138: ...or the return and recycling of used appliances as applicable throughout the European Union This label is applied to various products to indicate that the product is not to be thrown away but rather reclaimed upon end of life per this Directive Users of electrical and electronic equipment EEE with the WEEE marking per Annex IV of the WEEE Directive must not dispose of end of life EEE as unsorted mu...

Page 139: ... monitors are categorized as industrial waste and should be properly disposed of by an industrial waste disposal contractor certified by a local government In accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources Lenovo Japan provides through its PC collecting and recycling services for the collecting reuse and recycling of disused computers and monitors For details visit the...

Page 140: ...vo notebook computers Your Lenovo notebook computer has a lithium ion battery pack or a nickel metal hydride battery pack If you are a company employee who uses a Lenovo notebook computer and need to dispose of a battery pack contact the proper person in Lenovo sales service or marketing and follow that person s instructions You also can refer to the instructions at www ibm com jp pc environment r...

Page 141: ...rage device called the hard disk Before you dispose of sell or hand over your computer you need to delete that data Handing your computer over to someone else without deleting the loaded software such as operating systems and application software may even violate license agreements You are advised to check the terms and conditions of those agreements Deleting the data from the hard disk is not eas...

Page 142: ...recovery There is a risk that people of bad faith may read and misuse the critical data on hard disks for unexpected purposes To prevent the leakage of data it becomes very important that you take responsibility for deleting all the data from the hard disk when you dispose of sell or hand over your computer You can destroy the data physically by smashing the hard disk with a hammer or magnetically...

Page 143: ...ies Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States other countries or both All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders In this manual and marks are not specified Y450 UserGuide V2 0 EN book Page 134 Friday May 15 2009 10 27 AM ...

Page 144: ...mer Replaceable Unit CRU parts list 113 Customer Support Center 59 Display Cleaning 90 Drivers 31 eSATA USB combo port 6 37 ExpressCard 34 slot 6 39 FCC statement 122 Frequently asked questions 47 Function key combinations 15 Hard disk drive problems 56 HDMI port 4 42 Headphone jack S PDIF 8 43 Help Customer Support Center 59 Help and service 58 On the Web 59 A B C D E F H Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN b...

Page 145: ...t in 2 External 8 45 Mobile Broadband 25 Notice Electronic emissions 122 EU environmental 126 For US users 132 Numeric keypad 14 OneKey Rescue System button 2 19 Password Problems 51 Using 30 Power button 2 Problems Battery 55 Computer screen 53 Display 49 Hard disk drive 56 Hibernation mode 52 Keyboard 51 Password 51 Sleep mode 52 I K L M N O P Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 136 Tuesday Februar...

Page 146: ...ators 2 Touch inductive panel 2 17 touchpad 11 Trademarks 134 Troubleshooting 49 USB port 4 6 35 VeriFace 30 VGA port 4 41 Volume button 16 Warranty Information 107 Web Help 59 Wireless LAN Antennas 2 Connecting 24 Interoperability 119 Switches 16 Usage environment 121 R S T U V W Y450 UserGuide V1 0 EN book Page 137 Tuesday February 24 2009 10 53 AM ...

Page 147: ... 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 Only for the users from the United States ...

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