Lenovo G50 User Manual

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The following describes the features of each function key.
Fn + Home:Activates the pause function.
Fn + End:Activates the break function.
Fn + PgUp: Enables/disables the scroll lock.
Fn + PgDn: Activates the system request. 
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Hotkeys
You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate 
hotkeys.
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:Mutes/unmutes the sound.:Enables/disables Airplane 
mode.
:Decreases the volume level.
:Displays all currently active 
apps.
:Increases the volume level.:Turns on/off the backlight of 
the LCD screen.
:Closes the currently active 
window.:Toggles the display between 
the computer and an external 
device.
:Refreshes the desktop or the 
currently active window.:Decreases the display 
brightness.
:Enables/disables the 
touchpad.:Increases the display 
brightness. 
						

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Setting hotkey mode
By default, the hotkey functions are accessible by pressing the appropriate 
hotkey. However, you can disable the hotkey mode in the BIOS setup utility.
To  disable the hotkey mode:
1Shut down the computer.
2Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup.
3In the BIOS setup utility,  o p e n  the Configuration menu, and change the
setting of HotKey Mode from Enabled to Disabled. 
						

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4Open the Exit menu, and select Exit Saving Changes.
Note: When hotkey mode is disabled, press the Fn key and the appropriate hotkey to 
access the corresponding hotkey function.  
						

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AC power 
adapter jackConnect the AC power adapter here.
Novo buttonWhen the computer is off or in hibernation mode, press 
this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System 
or the BIOS setup utility,  o r  to enter the boot menu.
Note: For details, see “Lenovo OneKey Recovery System” on page 26.
Ventilation slotsDissipate internal heat.
Note: Make sure that the ventilation slots are not blocked or else the computer may overheat.
VGA portConnects to external display devices.
RJ-45 portConnects the computer to an Ethernet network.
HDMI port Connects to devices with HDMI input such as a TV or an 
external display.
USB port Connects to USB devices.
Notes:
•The blue port is a USB 3.0 port.
•For details, see “Connecting USB device” on page 10.
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Connecting USB device
Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with USB devices.
The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your 
computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the 
driver has been installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device 
without performin
g any additional steps.
Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has 
finished transferring data to that device. Click the Safely Remove Hardware 
and Eject Media icon in the Windows notification area to remove the device 
before disconnecting.
Note: Ty pically, Windows detects a new device after it has been connected, and then installs 
the driver automatically. However, some devices may require you to install the driver 
before connecting. Check the documentation provided by the device’s manufacturer 
before connecting the device.
Note: If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before 
connecting it. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized. 
						

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11 Connecting network cables
To  insert a network cable, do the following:
1Hold one connector of the network cable to press the RJ-45 cover down 
gently .
2Insert the connector into the RJ-45 port .
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure 
your computer.
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Combo audio 
jackConnects to headset.
Notes: 
•The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones by default.
•The recording function may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are 
connected, due to different industry standards.
Memory card slotInsert memory cards (not supplied) here.
Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 13.
USB portConnects to USB devices.
Notes:
•The blue port is a USB 3.0 port.
•For details, see “Connecting USB device” on page 10.
Optical driveReads/burns optical discs.
Kensington lock 
slotAttach a security lock (not supplied) here to help protect 
your computer from theft and unauthorized use. 
You can attach a security lock to your computer to help 
prevent it from being removed without your permission. 
For details on installing the security lock, please refer to 
the ins
tructions shipped with the security lock that you 
have purchased.
Notes: 
•Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible with this type of 
security keyhole.
•You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and 
security features. Lenovo offers no comment judgment or warranty regarding
 the 
function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features.
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13 Using memory cards (not supplied) 
Your computer supports the following types of memory cards:
•Secure Digital (SD) card
•MultiMediaCard (MMC)
Inserting a memory card
Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place.
Removing a memory card
1Push the memory card in until you hear a click.
2Gently pull the memory card out of the memory card slot.
Notes:
•Insert only one card in the slot at a time.
•This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth and so on.).
Note: Before removing the memory card, disable it by using the Windows safely remove 
hardware and eject media utility to avoid data corruption. 
						

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System status 
indicators
SymbolIndicatorIndicator 
statusCharge 
statusMeaning
 Power
On (solid 
white)--- The computer is powered on.
Blinking--- The computer is in sleep mode.
Off --- The computer is powered off.
Battery
On (solid 
white)ChargingThe battery has more than 80% 
charge.
DischargingThe battery has more than 20% 
charge.
On (solid 
amber)DischargingThe battery has between 5% and 
20% charge.
Blinking 
slowly 
(white)ChargingThe battery has between 20% and 
80% charge. When the battery 
reaches 80% charge, the light will 
stop blinking. However, chargin
g 
will continue until the battery is 
fully charged.
Blinking 
slowly 
(amber)ChargingThe battery has less than 20% 
charge. When the battery charge 
reaches 20%, the blinking color will 
change to white.
Blinking 
quickly 
(amber)Charging/
DischargingThe battery has less than 5% charge.
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