Lenovo G780, G585, G580, G480, 59359143 User Manual

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Lenovo G480/G485/

G580/G585/G780

User Guide V3.0

Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.

Note

Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first.

Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows® 8. 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.

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.

The illustrations used in this manual are for Lenovo G580 unless otherwise stated.

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

To learn more about Lenovo Applications, go to: http://www.lenovo.com.

Third Edition (June 2012)

© Copyright Lenovo 2012.

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.

Contents

Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ..........................................

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

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

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Front view ....................................................................................................................

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Bottom view ...............................................................................................................

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Chapter 2. Learning the basics............................................................

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Configuring the operating system for the first time ............................................

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Operating system interfaces ....................................................................................

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The Charms ................................................................................................................

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Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down ..............................................

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

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Function key combinations......................................................................................

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Connecting external devices....................................................................................

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

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

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

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About NVIDIA® OptimusTM (on select models) .................................................

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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet.................................................

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Wired connection ......................................................................................................

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Wireless connection ..................................................................................................

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Chapter 4. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system ...................................

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Chapter 5. Troubleshooting .................................................................

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Frequently asked questions .....................................................................................

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Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................

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Appendix A. CRU instructions.............................................................

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

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Replacing the hard disk drive .................................................................................

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Replacing memory ....................................................................................................

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Replacing the wireless LAN card ...........................................................................

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

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Trademarks............................................................................................

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Attention:

The dashed part is invisible.

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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aIntegrated camera

bWireless module antennas (on select models)

Use the camera for video communication.

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

Note: Select models may have only one wireless module antenna, which can be found at location 2b in the illustration. Please refer to the actual product.

cComputer display

dPower button

eNovo button

The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant visual output.

Press this button to turn on the computer.

When the computer is off, press this button to start the Lenovo Recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu.

Note: For details, see “Lenovo OneKey Recovery system” on page 34.

fSystem status For details, see “System status indicators” on page 27. indicators

g Built-in

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

microphone

used for video conferencing, voice narration, or simple

 

audio recordings.

h Touchpad

The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse.

Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 21.

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a Kensington slot

Attach a security lock (not supplied) here.

Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 29.

b Fan louvers

Dissipate internal heat.

Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur.

c VGA port

Connects to external display devices.

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d RJ-45 port

This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network.

Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 31.

e HDMI port (on

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

select models)

display.

 

Note: Select G480/G485/G580/G585 models may not include an HDMI port. Please refer

 

to the actual product.

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USB port (on

Connect to USB devices.

 

select models)

 

 

Note:

The blue ports are USB 3.0 ports. The black ports are USB 2.0 ports.

For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 25.

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aHeadphone jack Connects to external headphones.

bMicrophone jack Connects to external microphones.

cOptical drive (on

select models) Reads/Burns optical discs.

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USB port (on

Connects to USB devices.

 

select models)

 

 

Note:

The blue ports are USB 3.0 ports. The black ports are USB 2.0 ports.

Select G780 models may not include any USB 2.0 ports on the right-side. Please refer to the actual product.

For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 25.

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AC power

Connect the AC adapter here.

 

adapter jack

 

fCombo audio jack

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a Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.

Note:

Select models may not include a dummy card. Please refer to the actual product.

For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 24.

bSystem status For details, see “System status indicators” on page 27. indicators

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a Battery latch -

The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack

manual

secured in place.

bBattery pack

cBattery latch - The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack

spring loaded

secured in place.

dHard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/ CPU (Central processing unit)/ Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment

eSpeakers (on The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound. select models)

Note: For sound effects and speaker locations specific to your model, refer to the actual product.

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Configuring the operating system for the first time -------------

You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used. The configuration process may include the procedures below:

Accepting the end user license agreement

Configuring the Internet connection

Creating a user account

Operating system interfaces ------------------------------------------------------------

Windows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the Windows desktop.

To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows Desktop, do one of the following:

Select the Windows Desktop tile on the Start screen.

Press the Windows key + D.

To switch from Desktop to Start Screen, do one of the following:

Select Start from the Charms.

Move the pointer to the lower-left corner and then select the Start screen thumbnail when it is displayed.

Start screen

Desktop

 

 

 

 

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