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Read This First vii Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate cushion and protection. Do not pack your computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag. Place liquids away from your computer to avoid spills, and keep your computer away from water to avoid the danger of electrical shock. Lenovo ...

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1 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Chapter 1. Finding Information This Guide and Other Publications Setup Instructions helps you to unpack your computer and get started. It includes a few tips for first-time users, and introduces software preinstalled by Lenovo™. This User Guide provides information about ca...

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3 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Chapter 2. Caring for Your Computer Though your computer is designed to function reliably in normal work environments, you need to use common sense in handling it. By following these important tips, you will get the most use and enjoyment out of your computer. Important Tip...

Caring for Your Computer 4 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide • Some appliances, such as certain portable desktop fans or air purifiers, can produce negative ions. If a computer is close to such an appliance, and is exposed for an extended time to air containing negative ions, it may become electr...

Caring for Your Computer Chapter 2. Caring for Your Computer 5 Handle Storage Media and Drives Properly • If your computer comes with an optical drive, do not touch the surface of a disc or the lens on the tray. • Wait until you hear the CD or DVD click into the center pivot of an optical drive befo...

Caring for Your Computer 6 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide • Before you install any of the following devices, touch a metal table or a grounded metal object. This action reduces any static electricity from your body. The static electricity could damage the device.– ExpressCard– Memory Card, suc...

Caring for Your Computer Chapter 2. Caring for Your Computer 7 Cleaning Your Computer Display 1. Gently wipe the display with a dry, soft lint-free cloth. If you see a scratchlike mark on your display, it might be a stain transferred from the keyboard when the cover was pressed from the outside. 2. ...

9 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Chapter 3. Getting Started Note: External views illustrated in this User Guide may slightly differ from the actual products. Knowing the Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Right-side View...

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Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 11 a Computer display The computer display functions the same as a desktop monitor. The high-resolution, thin-film transistor (TFT) display provides clear and brilliant text and graphics. b Scroll Lock Indicates that scroll lock is activated when the blue i...

Getting Started 12 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide i Novo button This button functions as a reset button; use with caution. Press the Novo button to enter the main interface of OneKey Recovery while the power is off. You can use OneKey Recovery to restore the primary hard disk partition (usuall...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 13 Right-side View Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the computer. a Security keyhole Your computer comes with a security keyhole. You can purchase a security cable and lock to fit this keyhole. Hint: Before purchasing an...

Getting Started 14 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide e Optical drive eject button Press this button to eject out the optical drive tray. f Optical drive Your computer comes with an optical device, such as a CD-ROM drive or a DVD/CD recordable drive.Push the eject button to open the drive tray, pl...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 15 Important: Do not connect the modem port to a digital circuit cable, or else the current in the digital circuit may damage the modem. * Modem is optional.(2) LAN PortThe LAN port supports a standard RJ-45 connector, and allows you to connect the computer...

Getting Started 16 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Bottom View Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the computer. Note: External views illustrated above may slightly differ from the actual products. a Battery latch - spring loaded The spring-loaded battery latch...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 17 d Battery latch - manual The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured. Move the manual battery latch to the unlocked position to attach or remove the battery pack. Move the manual latch to the locked position after attaching the batt...

Getting Started 18 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Accessibility and Comfort Because your computer enables you to work in so many places, it is important that you remain attentive to good posture, good lighting, and proper seating. By keeping these considerations in mind, you can improve perfor...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 19 General Posture: Below are some general recommendations for assuming a healthy working posture. It is best to periodically make minor modifications in your working posture to deter the onset of discomfort caused by long periods of working in the same pos...

Getting Started 20 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Basics Your computer is powerful and is loaded with features and applications. Special Keys and Buttons Your computer has several special keys and buttons. For details, refer to the following descriptions. Numeric Keypad The keyboard has keys t...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 21 Function Key Combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold the Fn key a ; then press one of the function keys b . The following describes the features of each functi...

Getting Started 22 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Mute Button You can mute the sound of the built-in speakers by using the Mute button. If you mute the sound and then turn off your computer, the sound will remain muted when you turn on your computer again. To turn on the sound, press the Mute ...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 23 Status Indicators The status indicators show the current status of your computer. System-status Indicators Your computer has system-status indicators as follows: a Drive in use Indicates data is being read from or written to the hard disk drive or optica...

Getting Started 24 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Power-status indicators The computer has status indicators that show the mode (sleep/hibernation, or normal), and the status of the battery as follows: Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 If your computer is shipped with a wireless feature and a Bluetoot...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 25 * Bluetooth and Wireless LAN is optional Preventing Problems An important part of owning your computer is maintenance. With proper care, you can avoid common problems. The following sections provide information that can help you to keep your computer run...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 27 Installing Device Drivers A compatible device driver is a requirement to ensure correct operation and performance of each component in your computer. Lenovo provide all drivers that you need in a driver CD. Follow the following steps to install drivers o...

Getting Started 28 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide *1 Enable the Bluetooth device before you install the driver. (by pressing [Fn] + [F6]) Learn How to Achieve All Day Computing When you need to use your computer away from electrical outlets, you depend on battery power to keep your computer ru...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 29 Using the AC Adapter The power to run your computer can come either from the lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery pack provided with it, or from AC power through the AC adapter. While you use AC power, the battery charges automatically. The AC adapter that comes...

Getting Started 30 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Charging the Battery When you check the battery status and find that the percentage of power remaining is low or when the power alarm alerts you that remaining power is low, you need to charge your battery or replace it with a charged battery. ...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 31 Security This section provides information about how to help protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use. Attaching a Mechanical Lock You can attach a mechanical lock to your computer to help prevent it from being removed without your permissio...

Getting Started 32 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Note: If you set passwords through the BIOS Setup Utility and you put your computer into sleep mode by pressing Fn + F1, the following describes the behavior of the computer when you bring it out of sleep mode: • You are prompted to type the Wi...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 33 To set a Supervisor Password: Only a system administrator will be able to perform this procedure. 1. Turn on your computer. Press F2, while the initial screen is displayed. The BIOS Setup Utility screen opens. 2. Select Security using the cursor directio...

Getting Started 34 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Hard Disk Passwords Two types of the hard disk passwords help protect the information stored on the hard disk: • Hard disk user password • Hard disk master password, which requires a hard disk user password If a hard disk user password has been...

Getting Started Chapter 3. Getting Started 35 12. Commit any password to memory, and press the Enter key. 13. Select Set HDD User Password , and press the Enter key. The Set HDD User Password window opens. 14. Choose an HDD user password, which can be from one to eight alphanumeric characters in any...

37 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Chapter 4. Solving Computer Problems Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Display Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39A Password Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Solving Computer Problems Chapter 4. Solving computer problems 39 Troubleshooting If you do not find your problem here, see Chapter 3. The following section only describes problems that might prevent you from accessing the comprehensive information in Chapter 3. Display Problems Problem: When I turn...

Solving Computer Problems 40 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide A Password Problem Keyboard Problems Problem: My screen goes blank while the computer is on. Solution: 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...

Solving Computer Problems Chapter 4. Solving computer problems 41 Sleep or Hibernation Problems Problem: The computer enters sleep mode unexpectedly. Solution: If the processor overheats, the computer automatically enters sleep mode to allow the computer to cool and to protect the processor and othe...

Solving Computer Problems 42 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Computer Screen Problems Problem: The screen is blank. Solution: Do the following:• If you are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the battery status indicator is on (is blue), press Fn + ↑ to make the screen brighter. • I...

Solving Computer Problems Chapter 4. Solving computer problems 43 Battery Problems Problem: Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen every time you turn on your computer. Solution: This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology. Your computer ’s display contains multiple t...

Solving Computer Problems 44 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide A Hard Disk Drive Problem A Startup Problem Other Problems Problem: The hard disk drive does not work. Solution: In the Boot menu in BIOS Setup Utility, make sure that the hard disk drive is included in the Boot Sequence correctly. Pr...

45 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Chapter 5. Upgrading and Replacing Devices Replacing the Battery 1. Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. Note: If you are using an ExpressCard, the computer might not be able to enter hibernation...

Replacing the Battery 46 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide 5. Slide the battery latch b to the unlocked position and install a fully charged battery c . 6. Slide the battery latch a to the locked position. 7. Turn the computer over again. Connect the AC adapter and cables to the computer. Upgradi...

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 47 Notes: 1. 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 swapping. 2. The rescue and recovery workspace and the recovery program are not included o...

Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive 48 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide 5. Disconnect the hard disk drive a and remove it by pulling out the tab b . 6. Insert a new hard disk drive into the hard disk drive bay a , then firmly install it b . 1 2 1 2 Lenovo EVEREST UG.book Page 48 Friday, August 17, 200...

Replacing Memory 50 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide 2. Turn off the computer ; then disconnect the ac adapter and all cables from the computer. 3. Close the computer display, and turn the computer over. 4. Remove the battery. 5. Unfasten the two screws a on the cover and remove the cover b . 6....

Replacing Memory 52 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide To make sure that the SO-DIMM is installed correctly, do as follows: 1. Turn the computer on. 2. While the initial screen is displayed, press F2. The BIOS Utility screen opens. The Total Memory item on the Main menu shows the amount of memory ...

53 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Chapter 6. Getting Help and Service Getting Help and Service If you need help, service, technical assistance, or just want more information about Lenovo computers, you will find a wide variety of sources available from Lenovo to assist you. This section contains informatio...

Getting Help and Service 54 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide • Engineering change management - Occasionally, there might be changes that are required after a product has been sold. Lenovo or your reseller, if authorized by Lenovo, will make selected Engineering Changes (ECs) available that apply...

Getting Help and Service Chapter 7. Getting help and service 55 Getting Help around the World If you travel with your computer or relocate it to a country where your Lenovo machine type is sold, your computer might be eligible for International Warranty Service, which automatically entitles you to o...

57 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Appendix A. Warranty Information This Appendix provides information regarding the warranty period and type of warranty service applicable to your Lenovo hardware product in your country or region. For the terms and conditions of the Statement of Limited Warranty that appli...

Appendix A. Warranty information 59 Lenovo Warranty Service Telephone Numbers. Warranty Service Telephone Numbers The phone numbers provided below are correct as of the time of printing and are subject to change without notice. For the latest warranty service contact telephone number in a country pl...

61 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are computer parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. There are two types of CRUs: internal and external . External CRUs are easy to install, whereas internal CRUs require some t...

63 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Appendix C. Features and Specifications Features Processor • See the system properties of you computer. You can do this as follows: Click Start , right-click Computer , then from the pull down menu select Properties . Memory • Double data rate (DDR) synchronous dynamic ran...

Features 64 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Interface • External-monitor connector • Stereo headphone jack • Microphone jack • 4 Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors • RJ11 telephone connector • RJ45 Ethernet connector ExpressCard slot • ExpressCard Optical drive • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, Combo or RA...

Specifications Appendix C. Features and specifications 65 Specifications Size • Width: 334 mm • Depth: 248 mm • Height: 30-36 mm Environment • Maximum altitude without pressurization: 3048 m (10000 ft) • Temperature – At altitudes up to 2438 m (8000 ft) – Operating with no optical disc in the drive:...

67 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Appendix D. Notices Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Leno...

68 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons. The information contained in this document does not affect or change Lenovo product ...

Appendix D. Notices 69 Bluetooth Daughter Card is designed to be interoperable with any Bluetooth product that is compliant to Bluetooth Specification 2.0 + EDR as defined by the Bluetooth SIG. Following profiles are supported by Bluetooth Daughter Card: • Generic Access • Service Discovery • Serial...

70 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide • In any other environment where the risk of interference to other devices or services is perceived or identified as harmful. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies on the use of wireless devices in a specific organization (e.g. airport or hospital), ...

Appendix D. Notices 71 Responsible party:Lenovo (United States) Incorporated 1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NC 27650 U.S.A. Telephone: (919) 294-5900 Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Avis de conformité...

72 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Lenovo product service information for Taiwan WEEE and Recycling Statements General Recycling Statement Lenovo encourages owners of information technology (IT) equipment to responsibly recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variet...

Appendix D. Notices 73 Japan Recycling Statements Collecting and Recycling a Disused Lenovo Computer or Monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective ...

74 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide Notice for Users in the U.S.A. California Perchlorate Information: Products containing CR (manganese dioxide) lithium coin cell batteries may contain perchlorate. Perchlorate Material — special handling may apply. Notice on Deleting Data from Your Hard Disk As...

Appendix D. Notices 75 © Copyright Lenovo 2007. All rights reserved. U.S. GOVERNMENT USERS - RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo Group Limited, if...

76 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons. The information contained in this document does not affect or change Lenovo product ...

78 Lenovo 3000 G400 and G410 User Guide – In European Countries: Via the Internet: http://ibm-apel.modus.com/Mail address: Lotus Fulfillment, ModusLink Kft. 1222 Budapest, Nagytetenyi ut 112Hungary To inquire about an order, contact: [email protected] – In Asia Pacific Countries: Via the Internet: h...

79 © Copyright Lenovo 2007 Index A AC power adapter jack 13 B Basics 21 Battery Charging 31 Replacing 45 Bluetooth 13 , 22 , 26 C Calling the Customer Support Center 53 Caring For Your Computer 3 Carry Your Computer Properly 4 Cleaning Computer Cover 6 Computer Display 7 Computer Keyboard 6 Customer...