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ivImportant safety informationUnpackInspect the covers of the computer and the AC adapter, especially parts with the following labels attached for any
86Appendix C. Lenovo limited warrantyON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION ON DURATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. How to obtain w
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty87Some problems can be resolved with a replacement part that you can install yourself called a “Customer Replaceabl
88Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Replacement of a product or partWhen the warranty service involves the replacement of a product or part, the re
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty89 Your additional responsibilitiesWhere applicable, before service is provided, you agree to:1Follow the service
90Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty What this warranty does not coverThis warranty does not cover the following:• Uninterrupted or error-free opera
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty91 Limitation of liabilityLenovo is responsible for loss or damage to your product only while it is: 1) in your Se
92Appendix C. Lenovo limited warrantyUNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL LENOVO, ITS SUPPLIERS, RESELLERS, OR SERVICE PROVIDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLL
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty93arbitration proceedings, including all documents presented in such proceedings, shall be conducted in the English
94Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty Lenovo Turkey addressLENOVO TECHNOLOGY B.V.TURKIYE ISTANBUL SUBESIBeybi Giz Plaza, Dereboyu cad., Meydan Sok.,N
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty95Warranty information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Important safety informationvWorking placeDo NOT use the computer in humid places such as a bathroom.Keep the computer and other parts away from liqui
96Appendix C. Lenovo limited warrantyIf required, your Service Provider will provide repair or exchange service depending on the type of warranty serv
Appendix C. Lenovo limited warranty972 On-site ServiceUnder On-Site Service, your Service Provider will either repair or exchange the product at your
98Appendix C. Lenovo limited warrantyproduct as it sees fit. For Mail-in Service, the product will be returned to you at Lenovo’s expense, unless your
99Appendix D. Customer replaceable units (CRUs)Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer.
100Appendix D. Customer replaceable units (CRUs)Your computer contains the following types of internal CRUs:• Internal CRUs (located behind an access
101Appendix E. NoticesNotices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
102Appendix E. Noticesexpress or implied warranties in certain transactions, therefore, this statement may not apply to you.This information could inc
Appendix E. Notices103made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available syst
104Appendix E. NoticesENERGY STAR model information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U
Appendix E. Notices105Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. To help in this endeavor,
viImportant safety informationCorrect usage proceduresUse ONLY the power cord, power adapter and battery pack shipped with the computer. Never use the
106Appendix E. NoticesWireless related information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Wireless inte
Appendix E. Notices107• Generic Object Exchange• Generic Object Push• File Transfer•Synchronization•Audio Gateway• Headset •Printer• Human Interface D
108Appendix E. Noticesresult from deliberations of panels and committees of scientists who continually review and interpret the extensive research lit
Appendix E. Notices1093Use of mobile devices on board aircraft is explicitly prohibited by many airlines companies, especially during take-off and lan
110Appendix E. NoticesElectronic emissions notices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Th
Appendix E. Notices111available from Lenovo authorized dealers. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using oth
112Appendix E. Notices Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie CanadaCet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003
Appendix E. Notices113Deutschland: Einhaltung des Gesetzes über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Betriebsmittein Dieses Produkt entspricht d
114Appendix E. Notices European Union Compliance Statement Class B ComplianceEuropean Union - Compliance to the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directi
Appendix E. Notices115 Lenovo Product Service Information Japanese VCCI Class B Statement
Important safety informationviiDo NOT wrap the power cord around the power adapter or other objects.Do NOT squeeze or pinch the cord, or place heavy o
116Appendix E. Notices Japan Compliance Statement for Power line HarmonicsA statement of compliance to the IEC 61000-3-2 harmonics standard is requir
Appendix E. Notices117WEEE and recycling statements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - General recycl
118Appendix E. NoticesEU WEEE statements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Appendix E. Notices119Japan recycling statements - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Collecti
120Appendix E. Notices Disposing of a Lenovo Computer ComponentsSome Lenovo computer products sold in Japan may have components that contain heavy me
Appendix E. Notices121Notice for users in the U.S.A. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Cal
122Appendix E. Notices• Format your hard disk, using the software for initializing it.• Using the preinstalled recovery program, bring the hard disk b
123Appendix F. Features and SpecificationsModel Name: IdeaPad U550 Machine Type 20034/3749Note:The following specifications may contain technical inac
124Appendix F. Features and SpecificationsI/O PortsUSB USB 2.0 ports x 3Communication RJ-45 portAudio Headphone/Mic-In JackVideo D-sub port/HDMI portM
125Trademarks - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
viiiImportant safety informationService and upgradesDo NOT attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the customer support ce
126IndexAC adapterUsing... 12BatteryCharging... 12BluetoothConnecting...
Index127Lenovo Limited Warranty...85Maintenance...80MicrophoneBuilt-in...
128IndexTouchpad ... 15Trademarks... 125Troubleshooting ...
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1Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerTop view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
2Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerAttention:• Do NOT open the display panel beyond 130 degree. When closing the display panel, be careful NOT t
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer3OneKey Rescue System buttonPress this button to open OneKey Rescue System (If OneKey Rescue System has been p
4Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerLeft-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer5Right-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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6Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerFront view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer7Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
8Chapter 1. Getting to know your computerBattery latch spring loadedThe spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place.Battery pa
9Chapter 2. Learning the basicsFirst use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
10Chapter 2. Learning the basics Turn on the computerPress the power button to turn on the computer. Configure the operating systemYou may need to c
Chapter 2. Learning the basics11To put the computer into sleep state, do one of the following.• Click and select Sleep from the Start menu.• Press Fn
12Chapter 2. Learning the basicsAC adapter and battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Chapter 2. Learning the basics13 Removing the battery pack If you are not going to use the computer for an extended period of time, or if you need to
14Chapter 2. Learning the basics Handling the batteryIf the rechargeable battery pack is replaced with an incorrect type, there may be danger of an e
Chapter 2. Learning the basics15Using the touchpad - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Dear user,Thank you for purchasing your new Lenovo notebook computer! Before using this product, make sure to read this user guide carefully. We are p
16Chapter 2. Learning the basics GesturesThe touchpad recognizes certain gestures, and allows for easy execution of actions such as zoom in/out, or s
Chapter 2. Learning the basics17Three-Finger Flick• Place three fingers, slightly separated, down on the touchpad surface. • Flick your fingers in a l
18Chapter 2. Learning the basicsUsing the keyboard - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Chapter 2. Learning the basics19 Function key combinationsThrough the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use
20Chapter 2. Learning the basicsThe following describes the features of each function key.Fn + Esc: Turn on/off the integrated camera.Fn + F1: Enter
Chapter 2. Learning the basics21Connecting external devices - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Your co
22Chapter 2. Learning the basics Inserting a memory card1Gently pull the dummy card out of the memory card slot.2Push the card directly into the memo
Chapter 2. Learning the basics23 Connecting a Bluetooth device (specific models only)If your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it ca
24Chapter 2. Learning the basicsTo send files from the computer to the paired wireless device1Open Bluetooth File Transfer Wizard from Accessories of
Chapter 2. Learning the basics25Using Switchable Graphics (specific models only) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Explanation of hard disk capacityDear user,While using your computer, you may find that the nominal hard disk capacity indicated is somewhat different
26Chapter 2. Learning the basics3On the Switchable Graphics dialog box, you can see the currently-activated GPU under Current active Graphics Processi
Chapter 2. Learning the basics27Special keys and buttons - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
28Chapter 2. Learning the basicsMute button ( )Mute/UnmuteOneKey Rescue System button ( )• When the computer is powered-off, press this button to ente
Chapter 2. Learning the basics29System status indicators - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
30Chapter 2. Learning the basicsSecuring your computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Chapter 2. Learning the basics31 Using VeriFace™VeriFace is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of your
32Chapter 2. Learning the basics Fingerprint readerWith the fingerprint reader, in addition to registering fingerprint information and using it as a
33Chapter 3. Using the InternetAs a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, information searc
34Chapter 3. Using the Internet Hardware connection:Cable DSL Software configurationConsult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how
Chapter 3. Using the Internet35Wireless connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
In addition, if a portion of the hard disk space has been used for some specific purpose, then the capacity indicated by the operating system will be
36Chapter 3. Using the Internet Using Wi-Fi/WiMax (specific models only)Enabling wireless connectionTo enable wireless communications, do the followi
Chapter 3. Using the Internet37 Using Mobile Broadband (specific models only)Before getting started with Mobile Broadband, you first need to choose a
38Chapter 3. Using the Internet• A connection management utility to connect/disconnect to your Mobile Broadband network.Inserting the SIM cardTo inser
Chapter 3. Using the Internet395Put the battery back in place, turn the computer over again, and reconnect the cables.Removing the SIM cardTo remove t
40Chapter 3. Using the Internet4Push the SIM card in until you hear a click, and then pull the SIM card out.5Put the battery back in place, turn the c
41Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue SystemOneKey Rescue System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
42Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (within Windows operating system)In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey
Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue System43 Using Lenovo OneKey Rescue System (without Windows operating system)In the event that the operating system cannot b
44Chapter 5. TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting45Where are the recovery discs?Your computer did not come with a recovery disc. For an explanation of the alternative recove
46Chapter 5. TroubleshootingWhat can I do if the backup process fails?If you can start the backup feature without a problem, but it fails during the b
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting47Troubleshooting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
48Chapter 5. TroubleshootingMy screen goes blank while the computer is on.• Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Do one of the follow
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting49A Password problemI forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you must take your computer to a Lenovo author
50Chapter 5. TroubleshootingThe computer enters sleep mode immediately after Power-on self-test (POST). • Make sure that: - The battery is charged.- T
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting51Computer screen problemsThe screen is blank. • Do the following:- If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery,
52Chapter 5. TroubleshootingBattery problemsYour computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty.-or-Your computer operates after
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting53OneKey Rescue System problemsBackup cannot be made. • You are not currently using a Windows operating system.• There is no
54Chapter 5. TroubleshootingThe connected external device does not work. • Do not connect or disconnect any external device cables other than Plug and
55Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devicesReplacing the battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
iImportant safety information... iiiImportant safety information ...iiiChapter 1. Getting to know your computer...
56Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices3Unlock the battery latches in the unlocked position , remove the battery pack in the direction shown by
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices57Replacing the hard disk drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
58Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devicesTo replace the hard disk drive, do the following:1Turn off the computer; then disconnect the AC adapter an
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices595Remove the frame fixing screw .6Pull the tab in the direction shown by the arrow .cd
60Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices7Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame.8Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices61Replacing memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
62Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices5Loosen the screws that hold the cover of the hard disk drive/memory compartment in place; then remove t
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices636If two SO-DIMMs are already installed in the memory slot, remove one of them to make room for the new one
64Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices9Reinstall the battery.0Turn the computer over, and reconnect the AC adapter and the cables to the compute
Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devices65Removing the optical drive - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
iiContentsAppendix B. Use and care information... 72Caring for your computer ... 72Accessibility and comfort ...
66Chapter 6. Upgrading and replacing devicesThe following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer, and informs yo
67Appendix A. Getting help and serviceIf you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about Lenovo computers, you will
68Appendix A. Getting help and serviceGetting help on the Web - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Appendix A. Getting help and service69• Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has bee
70Appendix A. Getting help and serviceIf possible, be near your computer when you make your call in case the technical assistance representative needs
Appendix A. Getting help and service71Getting help around the world - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
72Appendix B. Use and care informationCaring for your computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Appendix B. Use and care information73discharge from your body or clothing to the computer, it poses the same risk of a computer malfunction.Your comp
74Appendix B. Use and care information- When you install a static-sensitive option or CRU, touch the static-protective package containing the part to
Appendix B. Use and care information75• When picking up your open computer, hold it by the bottom. Do not pick up or hold your computer by the display
iiiImportant safety informationImportant safety information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -This inf
76Appendix B. Use and care information Data safety• Do not delete unknown files or change the name of files or directories that were not created by y
Appendix B. Use and care information77• Register your Lenovo products with Lenovo (refer to the Web page: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com). This can
78Appendix B. Use and care informationAccessibility and comfort - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Appendix B. Use and care information79 What if you are traveling? It may not be possible to observe the best ergonomic practices when you are using y
80Appendix B. Use and care informationMaintenance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Appendix B. Use and care information81• Update device drivers and BIOS when needed.• Profile your machine at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com to keep
82Appendix B. Use and care information Cleaning the cover of your computerOccasionally clean your computer as follows:1Prepare a mixture of a gentle
Appendix B. Use and care information83 Cleaning your computer keyboard1Absorb some isopropyl rubbing alcohol on a soft, dust-free cloth.2Wipe each ke
84Appendix B. Use and care information Cleaning your computer display1Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you see a scratchl
85Appendix C. Lenovo limited warrantyL505-0010-01 04/2008This Lenovo Limited Warranty applies only to Lenovo branded hardware products you purchased f
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