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Important safety information
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Conditions that require immediate action
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Safety guidelines
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Chapter 1. Product overview
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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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Rear view
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Bottom view
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Status indicators
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Features
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Specifications
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Chapter 2. Using your computer
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Frequently asked questions
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Configuring the operating system
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Putting the computer into sleep mode or shutting it
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Registering your computer
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Special keys and buttons
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Function key combinations
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Numeric keypad
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Using the touch pad
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Power management
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Checking the battery status
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Using the ac power adapter
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Charging the battery
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Maximizing the battery life
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Power-saving modes
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Handling the battery
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Connecting to the network
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Ethernet connection
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Wireless connection
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Using the NVIDIA Optimus Graphics feature
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Connecting to external devices
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Using a flash media card
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Using USB connectors
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Chapter 3. You and your computer
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Accessibility and comfort
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Ergonomic information
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Chapter 4. Security
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Attaching a mechanical lock
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Using passwords
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Using a fingerprint reader
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Chapter 5. Recovery overview
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Recovery solutions on the Windows 7 operating
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Recovery solutions on the Windows 8 operating
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Chapter 6. Replacing devices
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Static electricity prevention
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Replacing the battery
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Replacing the hard disk drive
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Replacing the keyboard
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Replacing the fan assembly and heat sink assembly
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Replacing a memory module
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Replacing the PCI Express Mini Card for wireless LAN
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Replacing the optical drive
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Chapter 7. Preventing problems
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General tips for preventing problems
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Taking care of your computer
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Chapter 8. Troubleshooting computer
problems
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Troubleshooting
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Battery and power problems
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Computer screen problems
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Problems with drives and other storage devices
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OneKey Recovery PRO program problems
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A password problem
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A sound problem
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Other problems
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Appendix A. Regulatory information
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ENERGY STAR model information
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Wireless related information
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Export classification notice
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Electronic emission notices
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Declaration of Conformity
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