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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
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 the - 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
G500/G505/G510 a b c d e f i g h Note: The 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 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 7
audio output. e Power button Press this button to turn on the computer. f Novo button When 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 - 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
, 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/Disable the scroll lock. Fn - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 11
lock (not supplied) here to help protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use. You can attach a security lock to your computer to help prevent it from being removed without your permission. For details on installing the security lock, please refer to the instructions shipped with the - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 12
of the Windows desktop screen to remove the device before disconnecting. Notes: • If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before connecting it. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized. • When in sleep mode, you can only use keyboard instead of mouse to wake - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 13
transmission barriers. For best transfer speed, place the device as near your computer as possible. Enabling Bluetooth and WLAN communications 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 - 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
sleep mode. Off The computer is powered off. On (solid white) The battery has more than 20% charge. Solid amber The battery has between 5% 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 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 16
Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of 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 - 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
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 of - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 19
Windows 8.1 The charms Charms are navigation buttons that let you control your Windows® 8.1 experience. Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The Charms Bar is the menu bar is displayed. • Press Windows key + C. Search charm The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what - 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. Start charm The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Start screen. Devices charm The Devices charm allows you to connect - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 21
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, this means that the computer has entered an enhanced power-saving mode. • Press the power button. 17 - 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
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1 Connecting to a wireless network Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless functions, do one of the following: • Press to disable airplane mode. • Open the charms and select Settings → Then toggle the airplane mode switch to off. to open the - 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
a previously created back-up point. To restore the system partition: 1 Press the Novo button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. 2 Click System Recovery. The computer will restart to the recovery environment. 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to restore the system partition to its original - 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
it from the Lenovo consumer support Web site. Where can I find drivers for the various 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 - 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
the computer serviced. My screen goes blank while the computer is on. • Your screen saver or power management may be enabled. Do one of the following to exit from the screen saver or to resume from sleep mode: - Touch the touchpad. - Press any key on the keyboard. - Press the power button. - Press - 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 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 32
, reset the computer. Unsaved data may be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. 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 - 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
hold the power button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC power adapter. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation. Disable the sleep timer when you are working on the network. • See the Boot menu of the BIOS setup - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 35
G500/G405/G505/G410/G510. • Make sure the battery has been removed before replacing any devices. Replacing the battery Note:Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC power - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 36
instructions Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive 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 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 37
. 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/Central - 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
SDRAM. Do not touch the contact edge of the DDR3L SDRAM. 2 Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC power adapter 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 - 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, remove one of them to make room 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. 37 - Lenovo G505 | User Guide - Lenovo G400, G500, G405, G505, G410, G510 (Windows 8. - Page 42
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, do as follows: 1 Turn the computer on. 2 Hold Fn + F2 during startup. The BIOS setup utility screen opens. The System Memory item - 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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