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Lenovo G470/G475/
G570/G575
User Guide V1.0
Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
Notes
•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® 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.
•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 G570 unless otherwise stated.
•The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product.
First Edition (December 2010)
© Copyright Lenovo 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 |
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Top view.......................................... |
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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 |
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First use.......................................... |
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Using AC adapter and battery ... |
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Using the touchpad...................... |
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Using the keyboard...................... |
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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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Using Switchable Graphics |
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Chapter 3. Connecting to the |
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Wired connection ......................... |
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Wireless connection ..................... |
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Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue |
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OneKey Rescue system ............... |
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Appendix A. CRU |
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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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Removing the optical drive ........ |
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Trademarks............................. |
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Index........................................ |
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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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aIntegrated camera
bWireless module antennas (Select models only)
cComputer display
Use the camera for video communication.
The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless radio.
The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant visual output.
dPower button Press this button to turn on the computer.
eOneKey Rescue Press this button to open OneKey Rescue system (If
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Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 29.
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fSystem status For details, see “System status indicators” on page 21. indicators
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The built-in microphone (with noise reduction) can be |
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h Touchpad |
The touchpad functions as a conventional mouse. |
Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 14.
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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 22.
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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This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network. |
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Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a |
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f USB port |
Connect to USB devices. |
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Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 19.
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aHeadphone jack Connects to external headphones.
Attention:
•Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearing.
bMicrophone jack Connects to external microphones.
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Reads/Burns optical disks. |
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Connects to USB devices. |
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Connect the AC adapter here. |
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Note: For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 12.
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aIntegrated wireless device switch (Select models only)
bMemory card slot
Use this switch to turn on/off the wireless radio of all wireless devices on your computer.
Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 18.
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aBattery latch - manual
bBattery pack
cBattery latch - spring loaded
dHard disk drive (HDD)/Memory/ CPU (Central processing unit)/ Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment
eSpeakers
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer
The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place.
For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 12.
The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place.
The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound.
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First use-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Reading the manuals
Read the supplied manuals before using your computer.
Conncting to the power
The supplied battery pack is not fully charged at purchase.
To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the computer to an electrical outlet. The battery is automatically charged while the computer is running on AC power.
Installing the battery pack
Refer to the supplied Setup Poster to install the battery pack.
Connecting the computer to an electrical outlet
1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter.
2 Connect the AC adapter to the AC power adapter jack of the computer firmly.
3 Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Turning on the computer
Press the power button to turn on the computer.
Configuring the operating system
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
•Registering the operating system
•Creating a user account
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Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down
When you finish working with your computer, you can put it into sleep state or shut it down.
Putting your computer into sleep state
If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the computer into sleep state.
When the computer is in sleep state, you can quickly wake it to resume use, and bypass the startup process.
To put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following.
•Click 
and select Sleep from the Start menu.
•Press Fn + F1.
Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in sleep state) before you move your computer. Moving your computer while the hard disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data.
To wake the computer, do one of the following.
•Press the power button.
•Press any key on the keyboard.
Shutting down your computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a day or two, shut it down.
To shut down your computer, click 
and select Shut down from the Start menu.
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