Lenovo G550 - 2958 - Pentium 2.1 GHz driver and firmware
Drivers and firmware downloads for this Lenovo item
Related Lenovo G550 Manual Pages
Download the free PDF manual for Lenovo G550 and other Lenovo manuals at ManualOwl.com
Windows 7 Upgrade Guide - Page 1
Windows® 7 upgrade guide
This Lenovo Windows® 7 upgrade disc will help users upgrade their current Windows operating system to Windows® 7.
„ Before upgrading to Windows® 7
• Make sure your current operating system is eligible for this upgrade • Back up your critical files and data to external storage devices • Find the 25-character Windows® 7 ...
Windows 7 Upgrade Guide - Page 2
... will be saved to the desktop.
* To determine if your current Windows version can be upgraded, go to http://www.lenovo.com/windows7.
Clean install If your current version of Windows can't be upgraded or if you want to replace your current operating system entirely, you can perform a clean install. Warning: Clean install deletes your programs and settings. Back up any files and...
Windows 7 Upgrade Guide - Page 3
... partitions before installing Windows® 7. To start from the upgrade disc, restart your computer. When the Lenovo logo comes up, immediately press F12 (or Fn+F11, if there is no separate F12 key on your keyboard) to open the boot selection menu. Choose the optical drive as the first boot device. Your computer will start from the Windows® 7 Upgrade Disc...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 2
...specialist 24 hours a day by calling toll free 1-877-4 LENOVO (1-877-453-6686). Additionally, you can find support information and updates on the Lenovo Web site located at http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
Second Edition (July 2009)
© Copyright Lenovo 2009.
LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 32
... I find the detailed specifications for my computer? See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. I need to upgrade a device or I need to replace one of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. See "Appendix D. Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page 53 of this guide. Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with a recovery disc. For an explanation of...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 35
...: - The display device driver is installed correctly. - The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set. - The monitor type is correct.
Incorrect characters appear on the screen.
• Did you install the operating system or application program correctly? If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced.
A message, "Unable to create overlay window," appears...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 45
... assistance with installation of, or questions related to, Service Packs for your Lenovo-preinstalled Microsoft Windows product.
Getting help on the Web
The Lenovo Web site on the World Wide Web has up-to-date information about Lenovo computers and support. The address for the Lenovo home page is http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. You can find support information for your Lenovo computer at http...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 46
... ensure that you have downloaded the most current drivers and system updates, and recorded information before you call. When calling for technical assistance, please have the following information available: • Machine Type and Model • Serial number of your computer and your proof of purchase • Description of the problem • Hardware and software configuration information for...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 50
... in the form of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep this software up to date.
„ Take care in setting passwords
• Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it, and you might have to replace your system board or hard disk drive.
„ Other important tips
• Do...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 52
... backup. Lenovo has many backup options available for your computer. CD-RW drives and CD-RW/DVD drives are available for most computers and are easily installed. • Use or schedule System Restore to take a system snapshot periodically.
Note: Always take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software.
• Update device drivers and BIOS when...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 54
...
„ What your service provider will do to correct problems
When you contact a Service Provider, you must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures specified.
Your Service Provider will attempt to diagnose and resolve your problem over the telephone, e-mail or through remote assistance. Your Service Provider may direct you to download and install designated software updates.
46
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V2.0 - Page 55
...remotely, through your application of software updates or the installation of a CRU by you, your Service Provider will arrange for service under the type of warranty service designated for the product under the section titled "Warranty information."
If your Service...your Service Provider with all system keys or passwords and sufficient, free, and safe
access to your facilities to perform service; ...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 31
... correct order. • For computers without an optical drive, an external optical drive is needed to back up or to create a
recovery disc.
For more instructions, see the help file of Lenovo OneKey Recovery.
„ Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery System without the main Windows operating system
In the event that the operating system cannot be loaded, you need to recover your system with the...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 32
... I find the detailed specifications for my computer? See http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. I need to upgrade a device or I need to replace one of the following: the hard disk drive, memory, or the keyboard. See "Appendix D. Customer replaceable units (CRUs)" on page 53 of this guide. Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with a recovery disc. For an explanation of...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 35
...: - The display device driver is installed correctly. - The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set. - The monitor type is correct.
Incorrect characters appear on the screen.
• Did you install the operating system or application program correctly? If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced.
A message, "Unable to create overlay window," appears...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 45
... assistance with installation of, or questions related to, Service Packs for your Lenovo-preinstalled Microsoft Windows product.
Getting help on the Web
The Lenovo Web site on the World Wide Web has up-to-date information about Lenovo computers and support. The address for the Lenovo home page is http://consumersupport.lenovo.com.
You can find support information for your Lenovo computer at http...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 46
... ensure that you have downloaded the most current drivers and system updates, and recorded information before you call. When calling for technical assistance, please have the following information available: • Machine Type and Model • Serial number of your computer and your proof of purchase • Description of the problem • Hardware and software configuration information for...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 50
... in the form of firewalls, antivirus software, and anti-spyware software and keep this software up to date.
„ Take care in setting passwords
• Remember your passwords. If you forget a supervisor or hard disk password, Lenovo authorized service providers will not reset it, and you might have to replace your system board or hard disk drive.
„ Other important tips
• Do...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 52
... backup. Lenovo has many backup options available for your computer. CD-RW drives and CD-RW/DVD drives are available for most computers and are easily installed. • Use or schedule System Restore to take a system snapshot periodically.
Note: Always take a system snapshot before installing new drivers, updating software, or installing new software.
• Update device drivers and BIOS when...
Lenovo G450/G550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 54
...
„ What your service provider will do to correct problems
When you contact a Service Provider, you must follow the problem determination and resolution procedures specified.
Your Service Provider will attempt to diagnose and resolve your problem over the telephone, e-mail or through remote assistance. Your Service Provider may direct you to download and install designated software updates.
46