Lenovo IdeaPad Y480 User manual

Lenovo IdeaPad
Y480/ Y580
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
©Lenovo China 2012
New World. New Thinking.TM
www.lenovo.com
User Guide V1.0
V1.0_en-US

To refer to it, go to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/ and click User guides and
manuals.
Regulatory Notice
First Edition (February 2012)
© Copyright Lenovo 2012.
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.
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The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo IdeaPad Y580 unless otherwise stated.
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The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the
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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...................9
First use...........................................................9
Using AC adapter and battery ..................11
Using the touchpad.....................................12
Using Lenovo Intelligent Touchpad.........13
Using the keyboard.....................................14
Connecting external devices......................17
Special keys and buttons............................20
System status indicators.............................22
Securing your computer.............................23
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet ..... 24
Wired connection ........................................ 24
Wireless connection.................................... 25
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue system ......... 26
OneKey Rescue system .............................. 26
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting...................... 28
Frequently asked questions....................... 28
Troubleshooting .......................................... 30
Appendix. CRU instructions..................... 34
Replacing the battery.................................. 34
Replacing the hard disk drive................... 35
Replacing memory...................................... 38
Removing the optical drive ....................... 41
Trademarks ................................................ 42
Contents

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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
Top view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Y480
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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Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication.
Built-in microphone The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video
conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings.
Computer display The LCD display provides brilliant visual output.
JBL speakers The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound.
Power button Press this button to turn on the computer.
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OneKey Rescue
system button
Press this button to start OneKey Rescue system when the computer is
powered off.
Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 26.
OneKey Theater
button
Touch this button to select a preferred scenario mode.
Note: For details, see “OneKey Theater button” on page 21.
Volume button Mute/Unmute.
Touchpad The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.
Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 12.
Numeric keypad
(Y580)
For details, see “Using the keyboard” on page 14.
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Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 23.
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 24.
HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display.
USB port Connects to USB devices.
Notes:
•The blue port supports USB 3.0.
•For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 18.
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Right-side view ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Y580
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.
USB port Connects to USB devices.
Notes:
•The blue port supports USB 3.0.
•For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 18.
TV-in jack
(on select models)
Attach an external TV antenna here.
Optical drive Reads/Burns optical disks.
AC power adapter
jack
Connect the AC adapter here.
Note: For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 11.
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Front view -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
System status
indicators
For details, see “System status indicators” on page 22.
Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 17.
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