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Lenovo G470/G475/G570/G575
This  chapter  presents  the  following  product-specific  service  references  and product-specific parts information:
• “Specifications” on page 27
• “Status indicators” on page 29
• “Fn key combinations” on page 31
• “FRU replacement notices” on page 32
• “Removing and replacing an FRU” on page 33
• “Locations” on page 69
• “Parts list” on page 71
Specifications
The  following  table  lists  the  specifications  of  the  Lenovo...

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Table 1. Specifications (continued)
FeatureDescription
I/O port • Stereo Headphone Jack• Microphone Jack• VGA x 1• HDMI port (selected models only) (G470/G570)• RJ45 x 1• USB 2.0 x 4• 5  in  1  media  card  reader  (SD/SD  pro/MMC/MS  pro/XD) (G470/G570)• 2 in 1 media card reader (SD/MMC) (G475/G575)MODEM slot• N/AAudio• 1/8" Stereo Headphone Output Jack• 1/8" Microphone Input Jack• Built-in stereo speakersVideo• CRT  port  x  1  (on...

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Status indicators
The system status indicators below show the computer status:
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Table 2. Status indicators
IndicatorMeaning
1Caps lockWhite:Caps  Lock  mode  is  enabled.  You  can  enter  all alphabetic  characters  (A-Z)  in  uppercase  without pressing  the  Shift  key.  To  enable  or  disable  Caps Lock mode, press the CapsLk key.
2Num lockWhite:The  separate  numeric  keypad  on  the  keyboard  is enabled. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num...

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Table 2. Status indicators (continued)
IndicatorMeaning
4Battery statusBlinking amber (500ms off/1s on):The remaining power of the battery is less than 5% of its capacity.Blinking amber (100ms off/3.2s on):The  battery  is  being  charged  with  the  remaining power between 5% and 20% of its capacity.Amber:The  computer  is  operating  on  battery  power  with the  remaining  power  between  5%  and  20%  of  its capacity.Blinking white: The...

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Fn key combinations
The  following  table  shows  the  function  of  each  combination  of  Fn  with  a function key.
Table 3. Fn key combinations
Key combinationDescription
Fn + Esc:Turn on/off the integrated camera.Fn + F1:Enter sleep mode.Fn + F2:Turn on/off the backlight of the LCD screen.
Fn + F3:Open  the  interface  for  the  display  device  switch  to  select this notebook or an external display.Fn + F4:Open the interface for display resolution settings.
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FRU replacement notices
This  section  presents  notices  related  to  removing  and  replacing  parts.  Read this section carefully before replacing any FRU.
Screw notices 
Loose  screws  can  cause  a  reliability  problem.  In  the  Lenovo  computer,  this problem  is  addressed  with  special  nylon-coated  screws  that  have  the  following characteristics:
They maintain tight connections.• 
They do not easily come loose, even with shock or...

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Removing and replacing an FRU
This  section  presents  exploded  figures  with  the  instructions  to  indicate  how  to remove and replace the FRU. Make sure to observe the following general rules:
1. Do  not  attempt  to  service  any  computer  unless  you  have  been  trained  and certified. An untrained person runs the risk of damaging parts.
2. Before replacing any FRU, review “FRU replacement notices” on page 32
3. Begin  by  removing  any  FRUs  that  have  to  be...

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1010 Battery pack
 DANGER
Only use the battery specified in the parts list for your computer. Any other battery could ignite or explode. 
Figure 1. Removal steps of battery pack
Unlock  the  battery  release  lever 1.  Holding  the  battery  release  lever  in  the unlocked  position 2,  remove  the  battery  pack  in  the  direction  shown  by  arrow 3.
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When  installing:  Install  the  battery  pack  along  the  slide  rails  of  the  slot....

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1020 Dummy card
For access, remove this FRU: 
• “1010 Battery pack” on page 34
Figure 2. Removal steps of dummy card
Remove dummy card in the direction shown by arrows 1 2.
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1030 Optical drive
For access, remove these FRUs in order:
• “1010 Battery pack” on page 34
Figure 3. Removal steps of optical drive 
Remove  the  screw  shown  in  the  illustration 1,  and  then  gently  pull  the  optical drive out in the direction shown by arrow 2 3.
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StepScrew (quantity)ColorTorque
1M2.5 × 8 mm, flat-head, nylon-coated (1) Black2.0kgfcm 
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