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Windows 7 Upgrade Guide - Page 1
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Upgrading to Windows® 7
Microsoft offers two options for upgrading to Windows® 7: in-place upgrade and clean install.
In-place upgrade If your current version of Windows can be upgraded*, you can upgrade your operating system to Widows® 7 while keeping previous files, settings, and programs. To perform in-place...
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
...on-screen instructions to finish the installation. Your
Windows operating system will be upgraded to Windows® 7 after the installation. * If you start your computer from the Windows Upgrade Disc, you have the option here of creating, extending, deleting or formatting partitions before installing Windows® 7. To start from the upgrade disc, restart your computer. When the Lenovo logo comes...
OneKey Rescue System V6.0 User Guide - Page 17
...key to activate Lenovo OneKey Rescue when your PC is turned off. You cannot only use system recovery features, but also use other applications like system recovery, virus detection and cleaning to protect your computer. 2. Why ... Rescue System? Please make sure you have installed Windows Vista SP1 or Windows XP SP2 on your system.
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IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 2
.... • Appendix D. Notices on page 104. • OneKey Rescue System User Guide included in the package with this publication.
Lenovo IdeaPad Y550 UG V1.0 cover_en_2-3
First Edition (December 2008)
© Copyright Lenovo 2008. 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...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 7
... optical drive 17 Using memory cards 17 Using lenovo remote control (specific models only 19 Using the integrated camera..... 19 Using the internet 20 Securing your computer 22 Installing device drivers 24 Using battery and AC adapter 24
Chapter 3. Using External Devices 28
Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device 28 Connecting an eSATA port device 30 Connecting a PC card device...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 24
... button to turn on the computer, ensure that your computer is not connected to other peripherals (such as USB storage device, etc.), otherwise the system may not operate properly. For details, see OneKey Rescue System User Guide.
Note: When your computer is running Windows Vista®, and if you have the OneKey Recovery application installed, you can start the application...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 27
... 2. Using Your Computer
Using lenovo remote control (specific models only) ----------
You can use the remote control with Windows Media Center for convenient media enjoyment. For details of the remote control operation, see the instructions shipped with it.
Note: The Windows Media Center function mentioned in the instructions of the remote control is supported only by Windows Vista Home Premium...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 32
... 2. Using Your Computer
Installing device drivers
A compatible device driver is a requirement to ensure correct operation and performance of each component in your computer. If your computer is pre-installed with an operating system, Lenovo provides all drivers that you need in your hard disk.
Using battery and AC adapter
When you cannot use the AC adapter to power your computer, you may...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 54
...131; 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...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 58
... 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...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 60
... or use of parts not manufactured for or by Lenovo or non
warranted parts Identification of software problem sources Configuration of BIOS as part of an installation or upgrade Changes, modifications, or upgrades to device drivers Installation and maintenance of network operating systems (NOS) Installation and maintenance of application programs To determine if...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 66
...Customer Support Center or your documentation. Only use a service provider who is approved to repair your particular product.
Note: Some computer parts can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. Upgrades typically are referred to as options. Replacement parts approved for customer installation are referred to as Customer Replaceable Units, or CRUs. Lenovo provides documentation with instructions...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 84
... of an optical drive before closing the tray.
When installing your hard disk, follow the instructions shipped with your hardware, and apply pressure only where needed on the device.
Data safety
Do not delete unknown files or change the name of files or directories that were not created by you; otherwise, your computer software might...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 92
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and Care Information
General tips for maintenance 1 Check the capacity of your hard disk drive from time to time. If the
hard disk drive gets too full, Windows® will slow down and might produce errors.
2 Empty your recycle bin on...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 93
... hardware or software changes, driver updates, minor issues you have experienced and how you resolved them. If you ever need to run a recovery operation on your computer to return the contents of the hard disk to the factory-installed state, the following tips might help along the way:
Remove all external devices such as the printer, keyboard...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 94
... following Web address: http://consumersupport.lenovo.com. When calling the Customer Support Center, please make sure you have your machine type, model, and serial number available and the computer is in front of you. Also, if the machine is producing error codes, it is helpful to have the error screen on or the message written down.
Device drivers are...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 96
... 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.
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 for you to...
IdeaPad Y550 User Guide V1.0 - Page 99
... 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...
IdeaPad Y550 Setup Poster V1.0 - Page 1
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Power cord
TV tuner adapter
Remote control
Manuals
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(Specific models only)
- Setup Poster - User Guide - Other publications
1 Some models may contain items that are not listed.
2 If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your retailer.
3 Everything for recovering factory-installed files and applications is on your hard disk eliminating the need for a recovery...