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- Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 1
Lenovo G400/G500 G405/G505 G410/G510 User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer. - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 2
. Regulatory Notice • For details, refer to Guides & Manuals at http://support.lenovo.com. Second Edition (August 2013) © Copyright Lenovo 2013. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration "GSA" contract, use, reproduction, or - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 3
to a wireless network 19 Help and support ...20 Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system 21 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting 23 Frequently asked questions 23 Troubleshooting ...26 Appendix. CRU instructions 31 Replacing the battery 31 Replacing the hard disk drive 32 Replacing memory ...36 Removing - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 4
- Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 5
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view G400/G405/G410 a b c d e f g h 1 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 6
dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from outside. 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. 2 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 7
the computer is off or in hibernation mode, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu. Notes: • For details, see "Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system" on page 21. • If your computer is preinstalled with a Linpus operating - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 8
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the keyboard Your computer has number keys and function keys and may also have a numeric keypad (G500/G505/G510 only) incorporated into its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad G500/G505/G510 The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 9
to know your computer Keyboard function keys You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate function keys. : Mutes/unmutes the sound. : Decreases the volume level. : Increases the volume level. : Closes the currently active window. : Refreshes the desktop or - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 10
instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn a ; then press one of the function keys b . G400/G405/G410 a G500/G505/G510 b b a The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Home: Activate the pause function. Fn + End: Activate the break function. Fn + PgUp: Enable - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 11
on installing the security lock, please refer to the instructions shipped with the security lock that you have purchased. USB ports Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a display. Connect to USB devices. Notes: • The blue port supports USB 3.0. • For details, see "Connecting USB - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 12
device to your computer by inserting its USB plug (Type A) into the USB port on your computer. The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver is installed, you can disconnect and reconnect - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 13
on your computer Press to make configuration. Notes: • When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, turn it off to save battery power. • You need to pair the Bluetooth enabled device with your computer before you can transfer data between them. Read the documentation supplied with - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 14
Right-side view a bc a Optical disc drive Reads/Burns optical discs. Note: Some models are supplied with a dummy optical disc drive. b USB port Connects to USB devices. Note: For details, see "Connecting USB devices" on page 8. c AC power adapter Connects the AC power adapter. jack 10 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 15
and 20% charge. Fast blinking amber There is a problem with the battery or the battery connection. Slow blinking amber The battery is being charged. When battery charge reaches 20%, the blinking color changes to white. Slow blinking white The battery has between 20% and 80% charge and is still - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 16
memory card: • Secure Digital (SD) card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Notes: • Insert only one card in the slot at a time. • This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.). Inserting a memory card 1 Push the dummy card in until you hear a click. 2 Gently pull the dummy card out - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 17
to know your computer Bottom view a b cd a Battery latch manual b Battery pack c Battery latch spring loaded d Louvers The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Allow air to enter the - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 18
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 the desktop to the Start screen, do one - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 19
control your Windows® 8.1 experience. Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The Charms Bar is the menu that contains to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed. • Press Windows key + C. Search charm The Search charm is a powerful new way to - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 20
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Share charm The Share charm lets you send links, photos, and more to your friends and social networks without leaving the app you are in. - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 21
Windows one of the following: • Close the display lid. • Press the power button. disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data. To wake the computer, do one of the following: • Press any key on the keyboard. Note: If the computer does not awaken after pressing a key on the keyboard - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 22
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Shutting down the computer If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down. To shut down your computer: 1 Open the charms, select Settings . 2 Select Power → Shut down. 18 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 23
Starting to use Windows 8.1 Connecting to a the computer will automatically scan for available wireless networks and display them in the wireless network list. To connect to a Connect. Note: Some networks require a network security key or passphrase for connection. To connect to one of those networks - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 24
to use Windows 8.1 Help and support If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following: • Select Settings charm, then select Help. • Press F1 or Fn + F1 (depending on your keyboard layout). You - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 25
system partition: 1 Press the Novo button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. 2 Click System Backup. 3 Select a back-up location and click Next to start the backup. Notes: • You can choose a back-up location on the local hard disk drive or an external storage device. • The back-up process - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 26
Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system If Windows cannot be started, then follow the steps below to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system: 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Press the Novo button. From Novo Button Menu, select System recovery and press Enter. 22 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 27
hardware devices of my computer? If your computer is preinstalled with a Windows operating system, Lenovo provides drivers for the hardware devices that you need on the D partition of your hard disk. You can also download the latest device drivers from the Lenovo consumer support Web site. 23 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 28
the BIOS setup utility: 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup. How can I change the boot mode? There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy Support. To change the boot mode, start the BIOS setup utility and set boot mode to UEFI or Legacy support on the boot menu - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 29
boot mode to Legacy support. The legacy operating system, such as Windows, Linux or Dos, etc cannot be installed if you don't change the boot mode. Getting help How can I contact the customer support center? See "Chapter 3. Getting help and service" of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 30
screen. • Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or the entire contents of your hard disk to its original factory contents using the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. If you still see only the cursor on the screen, have the computer serviced. My screen goes blank while the computer is - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 31
4. Troubleshooting BIOS password problems I forgot my password. • If you forget your user password, you must ask the system administrator to reset your user password. • If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 32
If the computer is still not reset, remove the AC power adapter and the battery. Display panel problems The screen is blank. • Do the following: - If you are using the AC power adapter or the battery and the battery status indicator is on, press F12 ( ) to make the screen brighter. - If the power - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 33
minute to reset the battery. protector; then turn on the computer again. A hard disk drive problem The hard disk drive does not work. • Make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot menu in the BIOS setup utility correctly. OneKey Recovery system problems Backup cannot be made - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 34
Troubleshooting Other problems that the device is included in the Boot menu in the BIOS setup utility correctly. • While turned off USB while the computer power is on; otherwise, you might damage your computer. • When using a high power consumption external device such as an external USB optical disk - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 35
Appendix. CRU instructions Notes: • The illustrations used in this appendix are for the Lenovo G400, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are the same for the G400 and G500/G405/G505/G410/G510. • Make sure the battery has been removed before replacing - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 36
with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Notes: • Replace the hard disk drive only if you upgrade it or have it repaired. The connectors and bay of the hard disk drive were not designed for frequent changes, or drive - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 37
Appendix. CRU instructions To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer, then disconnect the AC power adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the Hard disk drive/Memory/ - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 38
Appendix. CRU instructions 5 Remove the frame fixing screws c . c c 6 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow d . d 34 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 39
Appendix. CRU instructions 7 Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame e. e 8 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive. 9 Attach the metal frame to a new hard disk drive and tighten the screws. 0 Put the hard disk drive gently into the hard disk drive bay - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 40
Appendix. CRU instructions Replacing memory You can increase the amount of memory in your and all cables from the computer. 3 Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4 Remove the battery again. 5 Remove the Hard disk drive/Memory/Central processing unit/Mini PCI Express Card slot - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 41
Appendix. CRU instructions 6 If two DDR3L SDRAMs are already installed in the memory slot with their matching gaps, reinstall the compartment cover. 0 Reinstall and tighten the screws. A Reinstall the battery. B Turn the computer over again. C Connect the AC power adapter and the cables to the computer. - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 42
Appendix. CRU instructions Note: If only one DDR3L SDRAM is used on the computer you are servicing, the card must be installed in SLOT-0 ( : lower slot), but not in SLOT-1 ( : upper slot). b a To make sure that the DDR3L SDRAM is installed correctly, - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 43
Appendix. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive To remove the optical drive, do the following: 1 Remove the Hard disk drive/Memory/Central processing unit/Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment cover. 2 Remove the screw shown in the illustration a . 3 Gently pull the optical drive out b . a - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 44
CRU instructions The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer, and informs you of where to find replacement instructions. AC power adapter Power cord for AC power adapter Battery pack Hard disk drive Memory Optical drive Setup Poster O O O User Guide - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 45
or registered trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Lenovo OneKey Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, products, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. 41 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 46
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