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Lenovo Y470/Y570 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 20
...device driver fixes are customer-installable. The BIOS and device drivers are posted on the customer support site: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/.
Strategy for replacing FRUs
Before replacing parts: Make sure that all software fixes, drivers, and BIOS downloads are installed before replacing any FRUs listed in this manual. After a system board is replaced, ensure that the latest BIOS is loaded...
Lenovo Y470/Y570 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 27
... hard disk drive or solid state drive is replaced because of a failure, no product recovery program is on the new drive. In this case, you must use the Recovery Disc Set for the computer. Order the Recovery Disc Set and the drive at the same time so that you can recover the new drive with the pre-installed software when they arrive. The Recovery Disc Set consists...
Lenovo Y470/Y570 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 28
... normal.
8. When the recovery process is complete, the Welcome to the Microsoft Windows screen is displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the Windows setup.
Passwords
As many as three passwords may be needed for any Lenovo computer: the power-on password (POP), the hard disk password (HDP), and the supervisor password (SVP). If any of these passwords has been set, a prompt for...
Lenovo Y470/Y570 Hardware Maintenance Manual - Page 32
Lenovo Y470/Y570 Hardware Maintenance Manual
Table 1. Specifications (continued)
Feature I/O port
MODEM slot TV
Audio
Video
Ethernet (on the system board) PCI Express Mini Card slot WLAN
WWAN Bluetooth wireless Keyboard Touch pad Finger Print Reader Integrated camera Battery
AC adapter Pre-installed operating system
Description • External monitor connector • Stereo headphone jack &#...
Lenovo IdeaPad Y470Y570 Limited Warranty - Page 1
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„ 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.
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Lenovo IdeaPad Y470Y570 Limited Warranty - Page 2
Lenovo limited warranty
Some problems can be resolved with a replacement part that you can install yourself called a "Customer Replaceable Unit" or "CRU." If so, your Service Provider will ship the CRU to you to install.
If your problem cannot be resolved over the telephone or remotely, through your application of software updates or the installation of a CRU by you...
Lenovo IdeaPad Y470Y570 Limited Warranty - Page 3
... by a non-authorized service provider; • failure of, or damage caused by, any third party products, including those that Lenovo may
provide or integrate into the Lenovo product at your request; and • any technical or other support, such as assistance with "how-to" questions and those
regarding product set-up and installation.
This warranty is voided...
Safety and General Information Guide - Notebook - Page 8
... damage.
■ Service and upgrades
Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the customer support center or your documentation.
Note: Some computer parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. Replacement parts approved for customer installation are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions when it...
Safety and General Information Guide - Notebook - Page 23
... the adapter plug. • Turn off your computer if you are replacing a device, or else verify that the
device is warm- or hot-swappable. • 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. - Memory Card, such...
Safety and General Information Guide - Notebook - Page 25
.... 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 needed. • Profile your machine at http://support.lenovo.com to...
Safety and General Information Guide - Notebook - Page 26
... software source for Windows product updates. They are available by means of a Web download (connection charges may apply) or from a disc. For more specific information and links, go to the Microsoft Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/. Lenovo offers Up and Running technical assistance with installation of, or questions related to, Service Packs for your Lenovo-preinstalled Microsoft Windows...
Safety and General Information Guide - Notebook - Page 27
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warranted parts • Identification of software problem sources • Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers • Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) • Installation and maintenance of application programs
Note: To determine if your Lenovo hardware product is under warranty and when the warranty expires, go to http://support.lenovo.com.
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Safety and General Information Guide - Notebook - Page 28
... 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...
Safety and General Information Guide - Notebook - Page 32
... information. The data on your computer, some of it sensitive, is stored on a storage device called the hard disk. Before you dispose of, sell, or hand over your computer, you need to delete that data. Handing your computer over to someone else without deleting the loaded software, such as operating systems and application software, may even violate License Agreements...
User Guide - Lenovo IdeaPad Y470, Y570 - Page 2
...read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows® 7. If you are
using other Windows operating... to http://consumersupport.lenovo.com/ and click User guides and
manuals.
First Edition (December 2010) © Copyright Lenovo 2010. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed ...
User Guide - Lenovo IdeaPad Y470, Y570 - Page 28
... you power on the computer. Enter your password at the prompt. The computer cannot be used unless you enter the correct password. Note: This password can be from one to seven alphanumeric characters in any combination. For details about how to set the password, see the Help to the right of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: To enter BIOS setup...
User Guide - Lenovo IdeaPad Y470, Y570 - Page 32
... wireless connection
To enable wireless communications, do the following:
1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch from to . 2 Press Fn + F5 to make configuration.
Hardware connection
Access point *
Wi-Fi/WiMAX network
* Not supplied
Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and search Windows Help and Support Center for details on how to configure your computer...
User Guide - Lenovo IdeaPad Y470, Y570 - Page 33
... size of operating system and preinstalled software).
„ Using Lenovo OneKey Recovery (within Windows operating system)
In Windows operating system, double click the OneKey Recovery system Icon on the desktop to launch Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Within the program, you can back up the system partition on the hard disk drive, other storage devices, or by creating recovery discs. Notes: • The...
User Guide - Lenovo IdeaPad Y470, Y570 - Page 34
...the customer support center? See " Chapter 3. Getting help and service" of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Where can I find warranty information? For the warranty applicable to your computer, including the warranty period and type of warranty service, see the Lenovo limited warranty flyer that came with your computer. How can I install the device drivers? A compatible device driver is...
User Guide - Lenovo IdeaPad Y470, Y570 - Page 36
... computer power is on. (Press the power button again for confirmation.) - The memory is installed correctly.
• If these items are properly set, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced.
When I turn on the computer, only a • Restore backed-up files to your Windows environment or the entire
white cursor appears on a blank
contents of your hard disk to...