Lenovo G470 User manual

Lenovo G470/G475/

G570/G575

Read the safety notices and important tips in the

included manuals before using your computer.

©Lenovo China 2010

New World. New Thinking.TM

www.lenovo.com

User GuideUser Guide V2.0V2.0

V2.0_en-US

First Edition (December 2010)

Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General

Information Guide first.

The features described in this guide are common to most models.

Some features may not be available on your computer and/or your

computer may include features that are not described in this user

guide.

Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using

Windows®7. If you are using other Windows operating system, some

operations may be slightly different. If you are using other operating

systems, some operations may not apply to you.

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General

Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set

forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

Notes

•

The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.

Please refer to the actual product.

The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo G570 unless

otherwise stated.

•

Chapter 1. Getting to know

your computer..........................1

Top view..........................................1

Left-side view .................................4

Right-side view...............................5

Front view .......................................6

Bottom view ....................................7

Chapter 2. Learning the

basics......................................10

First use..........................................10

Using AC adapter and battery ...12

Using the touchpad......................14

Using the keyboard......................15

Connecting external devices.......18

Special keys and buttons.............20

System status indicators..............21

Securing your computer..............22

Switchable Graphics in two

modes(Select models only) .........23

Chapter 3. Connecting to the

Internet....................................25

Wired connection .........................25

Wireless connection .....................27

Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue

system.....................................29

OneKey Rescue system ...............29

Appendix A. CRU

instructions ............................31

Replacing the battery...................31

Replacing the hard disk drive ....33

Replacing memory

(Select models only).....................37

Removing the optical drive ........40

Trademarks.............................42

Index........................................43

Contents

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

Top view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

G470/G475

Note: The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the

actual product.

Attention:

•Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. When closing the display panel, be

careful NOT to leave pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the

keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel may be damaged.

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

G570/G575

Integrated

camera

Use the camera for video communication.

Wireless module

antennas (Select

models only)

The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless

radio.

Computer display The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant

visual output.

Power button Press this button to turn on the computer.

OneKey Rescue

system button

Press this button to open OneKey Rescue system (If

OneKey Rescue system has been preinstalled) when the

computer is powered off.

Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 29.

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

System status

indicators

For details, see “System status indicators” on page 21.

Built-in

microphone

The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be

used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple

audio recordings.

Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.

Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 14.

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Kensington slot

Attach a security lock (not supplied) here.

Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 22.

Fan louvers

Dissipate internal heat.

Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the

computer may occur.

VGA port Connects to external display devices.

RJ-45 port

This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network.

Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 25.

HDMI port

(Select models

only) (G470/G570)

Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a

display.

USB port (Select

models only) Connect to USB devices.

Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 19.

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

Right-side view ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Headphone jack Connects to external headphones.

Attention:

•Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your

hearing.

Microphone jack Connects to external microphones.

Optical drive Reads/Burns optical disks.

USB port (Select

models only) Connects to USB devices.

Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 19.

AC power

adapter jack

Connect the AC adapter here.

Note: For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 12.

1 2 3 4 5

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

Front view -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Integrated

wireless device

switch (Select

models only)

Use this switch to turn on/off the wireless radio of all

wireless devices on your computer.

Memory card slot

(Select models

only)

Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.

Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (Select models only) (not supplied)” on page 18.

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