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©Lenovo China 2011
Lenovo G480/G485/
G580/G585/G780
U User Guide ser Guide V V1.0 1.0
TM
New World. New Thinking.
www.lenovo.com
Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
V1.0_en-US
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Note � Before using the product, be sure to 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 system, some operations may be slightly different. If you are using other operating systems, some operations may not apply to you. � The features described in this guide are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer and/or your computer may in
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Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ..........................................1 Top view.......................................................................................................................1 Left-side view ..............................................................................................................5 Right-side view............................................................................................................7 Front view ..............
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - G480/G485 1 2 3 5 4 7 8 1
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer G580/G585 1 2 3 5 4 7 8 2
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer G780 1 2 3 6 5 4 7 8 Attention: • The dashed part is invisible. • 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. Otherwise, the display panel may be damaged. 3
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Integrated Use the camera for video communication. a camera The built-in antennas ensure optimal reception of wireless Wireless module b radio. antennas (on select models) Note: Wireless module antennas may be placed in different positions (2a/2b) depending on different configurations. Computer display The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant c visual output. d Power button Press this button to turn on the computer. Press this button to
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - G480/G485/G580/G585 1 2 3 4 5 6 G780 1 2 3 4 5 6 a Kensington slot Attach a security lock (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see “Attaching a security lock (not supplied)” on page 29. b Fan louvers Dissipate internal heat. Note: Make sure that none of the fan louv
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer d This port connects the computer to an Ethernet network. RJ-45 port Note: For details, see “Wired connection” on page 31. HDMI port (on Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or a e display. select models) USB port (on f Connect to USB devices. select models) Note: • The blue ports are USB 3.0 ports. The black ports are USB 2.0 ports. • For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 25. 6
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - G480/G485/G580/G585 6 3 4 5 G780 1 2 3 4 5 a Headphone jack Connects to external headphones. b Microphone jack Connects to external microphones. c Optical drive Reads/Burns optical discs. 7
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer USB port (on d Connects to USB devices. select models) Note: • The blue ports are USB 3.0 ports. The black ports are USB 2.0 ports. • For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 25. Connect the AC adapter here. AC power e adapter jack Note: For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 18. Combo audio f jack 8
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Front view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - G480/G485/G580/G585 2 1 G780 2 1 Insert memory cards (not supplied) here. a Memory card slot Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 24. For details, see “System status indicators” on page 27. System status b indicators 9
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - G480/G485 1 2 3 5 4 5 10
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Battery latch - The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack a secured in place. manual For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page Battery pack b 18. Battery latch - The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack c secured in place. spring loaded Hard disk drive d (HDD)/Memory/ CPU (Central processing unit)/ Mini PCI Express Card slot compartment Speakers (on The stereo speakers provide rich and powerful sound. e s
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Chapter 2. Learning the basics First use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Reading the manuals Read the supplied manuals before using your computer. Conncting to the power The supplied battery pack is not fully charged at purchase. To charge the battery and begin using your computer, insert the battery pack and connect the
