Lenovo E46 User Manual

Lenovo

User Guide

V1.0

E46

User Guide

V1.0

Notes

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Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read Important safety information and Notices in the User Guide attached with the computer first. Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows

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other Windows operating system, some operations may be slightly different. If you are using

other operating systems, some operations may not apply to you, but it won’t substantially affect your use of this computer.

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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.

This manual is for your reference only. For more information, please see the User Guide attached with the computer.

7. If you are using

First Edition (Jan. 2010)

LENOVO products, data, computer 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, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

Contents

Chapter 1. Getting to know your

computer ....................................... 1

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

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

Right-side view.............................6

Front view ..................................... 7

Rear view.......................................8

Bottom view .................................. 9

Chapter 2. Learning the basics .... 11

First use........................................11

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

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

Special buttons............................18

System status indicators............20

Securing your computer............ 21

Connecting external devices..... 23

Chapter 3. Using the Internet .... 27

Wired connection .......................27

Wireless connection ................... 29

Index ............................................ 31

Contents

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

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

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

the actual product.

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

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Do NOT open the display panel beyond 180 degree. When closing the display

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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.

Power button System status

Press this button to turn on the computer.

For details, see “System status indicators” on page 20.

indicators OneKey Rescue System button

Note: For details, see "OneKey Rescue System" in the User Guide attached with the

computer.

Mute button Custom button

Integrated

Press this button to open OneKey Rescue System (If OneKey Rescue System has been preinstalled) when the computer is powered off.

Use this button to mute/unmute the computer.

Press this button to set and launch a self defined program, file or a Web site.

Use the camera for video communication.

camera (specific models only) Keyboard light

The keyboard light illuminates the keyborad in the dark.

(specific models only)

Wireless LAN antennas

The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless communication radio.

(specific models only)

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

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Computer

The LCD display provides brilliant visual output.

display Fingerprint

reader (specific

With the fingerprint reader you can register fingerprints and use them as passwords to secure your computer.

models only)

Touchpad

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

Built-in

microphone

The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.

The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple audio recordings.

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

E46A/E46G

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E46L

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Kensington slot

Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 21.

Fan louvers

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

computer may occur.

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Attach a security lock (not supplied) here.

Dissipate internal heat.

Connects to external display devices.

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eSATA/USB

Connects to eSATA or USB devices.

combo port

Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 26.

RJ-45 port

Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 27.

USB port

Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 26.

Microphone jack

Headphone jack

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Connects to an Ethernet network.

Connects to USB devices.

Connects to an external microphone.

Connects to an external headphone.

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

may damage your hearing.

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

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USB port

Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 26.

ExpressCard® slot

Note: For details, see “Inserting an ExpressCard/34 device” on page 25.

Optical drive (specific models only)

Serial port

Connects to USB devices.

Insert ExpressCard device here.

Your computer comes with an optical drive, such as a CD/ DVD drive.

Connects to devices with serial port.

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

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Display latch

Memory card slot

Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 23.

Integrated wireless device switch

Release this latch to open the display.

Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.

Use this switch to turn on/off the wireless radio of all wireless devices on your computer.

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer

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Rear view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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AC power adapter jack

Note: For details, see the User Guide attached with the computer.

USB port

Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 26.

Fan louvers

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

computer may occur.

Connect the AC adapter here.

Connects to USB devices.

Dissipate internal heat.

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