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..., reproduction, or disclosure is important that you read and understand all of personal injury or product damage. Reading and understanding this important information. © Copyright Lenovo 2012. The interface and functions shown in Contract No. Danger: Be aware of possible damage to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with...
..., reproduction, or disclosure is important that you read and understand all of personal injury or product damage. Reading and understanding this important information. © Copyright Lenovo 2012. The interface and functions shown in Contract No. Danger: Be aware of possible damage to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with...
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Contents Important Safety Information Using the Computer Hardware 1 Front view of the computer 2 Left and right views of the computer 3 Rear view of the computer 4 Installing the computer stand 5 Computer stand 6 Connecting your computer 7 Connecting the power cord 8 Important information about using the computer 9 Wired keyboard (selected models only 10 Connecting to the Internet 10 Using Windows 8 11 Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces 12 The Charms Bar 12 Shutting down the computer 12 Switching between apps 12 Closing an app 13 Opening other system programs 13 ...
Contents Important Safety Information Using the Computer Hardware 1 Front view of the computer 2 Left and right views of the computer 3 Rear view of the computer 4 Installing the computer stand 5 Computer stand 6 Connecting your computer 7 Connecting the power cord 8 Important information about using the computer 9 Wired keyboard (selected models only 10 Connecting to the Internet 10 Using Windows 8 11 Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces 12 The Charms Bar 12 Shutting down the computer 12 Switching between apps 12 Closing an app 13 Opening other system programs 13 ...
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Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup 19 Troubleshooting Display Problems 20 Troubleshooting Audio Problems 21 Troubleshooting Software Problems 22 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks 23 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows 24 Windows Help and Support 24 BIOS setup utility 25 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks 26 Hardware Replacement Guide 27 Overview 28 Replacing hardware 31 Appendix 41 Declaration 41 Trademarks 42 Energy Star Statement 43 Enabling ErP compliance mode 44 ii Contents
Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup 19 Troubleshooting Display Problems 20 Troubleshooting Audio Problems 21 Troubleshooting Software Problems 22 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks 23 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows 24 Windows Help and Support 24 BIOS setup utility 25 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks 26 Hardware Replacement Guide 27 Overview 28 Replacing hardware 31 Appendix 41 Declaration 41 Trademarks 42 Energy Star Statement 43 Enabling ErP compliance mode 44 ii Contents
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User Guide 1 Using the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics: Introduction to the computer hardware Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer model and configuration.
User Guide 1 Using the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics: Introduction to the computer hardware Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer model and configuration.
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Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 12 10 3 45 Built-in microphone Hard disk drive indicator Monitor On/Off indicator Direction button Monitor On/Off button 6 7 8 9 Built-in camera Wi-Fi status indicator Menu button Direction button Built-in IR Emitter is 10 feet. 2 User Guide Front view of the computer Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on models equipped with a IR receiver module) Attention: The effective range of the Built-in IR receiver (Only functional on the computer.
Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 12 10 3 45 Built-in microphone Hard disk drive indicator Monitor On/Off indicator Direction button Monitor On/Off button 6 7 8 9 Built-in camera Wi-Fi status indicator Menu button Direction button Built-in IR Emitter is 10 feet. 2 User Guide Front view of the computer Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on models equipped with a IR receiver module) Attention: The effective range of the Built-in IR receiver (Only functional on the computer.
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Blocked air vents may cause thermal problems. 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 USB connector Microphone connector Memory card reader Optical drive eject button Headphone connector USB connector Power button Optical drive Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive. User Guide 3 Left and right views of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer.
Blocked air vents may cause thermal problems. 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 USB connector Microphone connector Memory card reader Optical drive eject button Headphone connector USB connector Power button Optical drive Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive. User Guide 3 Left and right views of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer.
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Rear view of the computer 9 8 1 2 3 4 56 7 TV tuner connector (selected models only, 2 connectors for Japan) Power connector USB connector HDMI-out connector (selected models only) Air vents TV tuner connector (selected models only, 2 connectors for Japan) Ethernet connector USB connector Security cable slot 4 User Guide
Rear view of the computer 9 8 1 2 3 4 56 7 TV tuner connector (selected models only, 2 connectors for Japan) Power connector USB connector HDMI-out connector (selected models only) Air vents TV tuner connector (selected models only, 2 connectors for Japan) Ethernet connector USB connector Security cable slot 4 User Guide
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Pull the hand screw ring up the stand base with the hand screw. 3 4. User Guide 5 Raise the stand holder. 2. Line up , then secure the stand base to the stand holder with the mounting holes in the stand holder, then push the stand base into position. 2 1 3. Press down the hand screw ring. Installing the computer stand 1.
Pull the hand screw ring up the stand base with the hand screw. 3 4. User Guide 5 Raise the stand holder. 2. Line up , then secure the stand base to the stand holder with the mounting holes in the stand holder, then push the stand base into position. 2 1 3. Press down the hand screw ring. Installing the computer stand 1.
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Computer stand Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated 5° forward and 25° backward. 6 User Guide
Computer stand Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated 5° forward and 25° backward. 6 User Guide
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Use this connector to attach the computer to the HDMI connector on your display or TV. Connects to an Ethernettype local area network. User Guide 7 Connects to an external antenna to attach a device that requires a USB connection. Connector Microphone Headphone USB connector Ethernet connector HDMI connector (optional) TV-Tuner connector (optional) Description Use this connector to view programs using the optional TV tuner card. Use this connector to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to listen to record sound or if you want to music or other sounds without...
Use this connector to attach the computer to the HDMI connector on your display or TV. Connects to an Ethernettype local area network. User Guide 7 Connects to an external antenna to attach a device that requires a USB connection. Connector Microphone Headphone USB connector Ethernet connector HDMI connector (optional) TV-Tuner connector (optional) Description Use this connector to view programs using the optional TV tuner card. Use this connector to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to listen to record sound or if you want to music or other sounds without...
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Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer. User Guide 9 Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.
Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer. User Guide 9 Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.
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... Test the wireless network by country. Tap or click Connect, then follow the steps on the screen. Your computer has the Lenovo Rescue System installed. To connect your wireless home network. Contact your ISP for detailed setup instructions. Connecting to the Internet To ...connect to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo's pre-loaded Home PC software. Consult your country. Swipe in your ISP for offerings available in from the right edge ...
... Test the wireless network by country. Tap or click Connect, then follow the steps on the screen. Your computer has the Lenovo Rescue System installed. To connect your wireless home network. Contact your ISP for detailed setup instructions. Connecting to the Internet To ...connect to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo's pre-loaded Home PC software. Consult your country. Swipe in your ISP for offerings available in from the right edge ...
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User Guide 11 For any question related to the operating system, please contact Microsoft directly. Please use it in accordance with the End User License Agreement (EULA) between apps Closing an app Opening other system programs Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8 operating system is provided by Microsoft Corporation. Using Windows 8 This chapter contains the following topics: Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces The Charms Bar Shutting down the computer Switching between you and Microsoft.
User Guide 11 For any question related to the operating system, please contact Microsoft directly. Please use it in accordance with the End User License Agreement (EULA) between apps Closing an app Opening other system programs Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8 operating system is provided by Microsoft Corporation. Using Windows 8 This chapter contains the following topics: Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces The Charms Bar Shutting down the computer Switching between you and Microsoft.
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Switching between apps Sometimes you want to get back to perform many basic tasks. To display the charms, do one of the following: • Swipe in from the left edge of the following : • Select Start from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the screen or move the cursor to the top left corner, then click to the bottom left corner, then select the Start Screen thumbnail when it is displayed. • Press the Windows key . The Charms Bar Charms provide new and faster ways to an app you were just using a mouse, point to the top right or bottom right corner ...
Switching between apps Sometimes you want to get back to perform many basic tasks. To display the charms, do one of the following: • Swipe in from the left edge of the following : • Select Start from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the screen or move the cursor to the top left corner, then click to the bottom left corner, then select the Start Screen thumbnail when it is displayed. • Press the Windows key . The Charms Bar Charms provide new and faster ways to an app you were just using a mouse, point to the top right or bottom right corner ...
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You can also get online help and support by clicking on your computer. Windows Help and Support If you have a problem with the mouse to the bottom of the screen. Opening other system programs There is a fast way to open other system programs. To open the menu, do one of the following: • Select the Settings charm, then select Help. • Press the Windows key + F1. When the thumbnail appears, right-click with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To open the menu. • Press the Windows key + X. User Guide 13 Closing an app To close ...
You can also get online help and support by clicking on your computer. Windows Help and Support If you have a problem with the mouse to the bottom of the screen. Opening other system programs There is a fast way to open other system programs. To open the menu, do one of the following: • Select the Settings charm, then select Help. • Press the Windows key + F1. When the thumbnail appears, right-click with the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file. To open the menu. • Press the Windows key + X. User Guide 13 Closing an app To close ...
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User Guide 15 Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system cannot run. Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics: OneKey Recovery Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Recovery will remain unchanged. • If you must format the C: partition in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the hard disk drive will result in NTFS format and install the operating system on the C: partition. If you do this, all of the existing data on drive C: will be lost, but the content and format of the other partitions of the ...
User Guide 15 Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system cannot run. Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics: OneKey Recovery Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Recovery will remain unchanged. • If you must format the C: partition in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the hard disk drive will result in NTFS format and install the operating system on the C: partition. If you do this, all of the existing data on drive C: will be lost, but the content and format of the other partitions of the ...
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... Deleting this partition will overwrite all of system recovery. OneKey Recovery OneKey Recovery is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will prompt you want to install the operating system, then press Next to start the operating system. 16 User Guide Follow the... system default or to back up state. Do not interrupt the operation during the process of the data on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System opens, then select OneKey Recovery. If the service partition is an easy-to restart the computer. Repeatedly press and release ...
... Deleting this partition will overwrite all of system recovery. OneKey Recovery OneKey Recovery is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will prompt you want to install the operating system, then press Next to start the operating system. 16 User Guide Follow the... system default or to back up state. Do not interrupt the operation during the process of the data on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System opens, then select OneKey Recovery. If the service partition is an easy-to restart the computer. Repeatedly press and release ...
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...select Drivers and Application Installation. The manual installation function can only be used after turning on -screen prompts to install the Lenovo drivers and applications. User Guide 17 Click OK to conveniently reinstall all the drivers and software manually by following the prompts...Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the procedure, install all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that were shipped with your Lenovo hardware. Do not install software which is already installed on the Windows desktop or Start screen. ...
...select Drivers and Application Installation. The manual installation function can only be used after turning on -screen prompts to install the Lenovo drivers and applications. User Guide 17 Click OK to conveniently reinstall all the drivers and software manually by following the prompts...Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the procedure, install all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that were shipped with your Lenovo hardware. Do not install software which is already installed on the Windows desktop or Start screen. ...
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Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topic: Ø Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution Note: The description of the TV tuner card in this manual is only applicable to machines that do not have the TV tuner card. It does not apply to machines which have a TV tuner card. User Guide 19
Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topic: Ø Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution Note: The description of the TV tuner card in this manual is only applicable to machines that do not have the TV tuner card. It does not apply to machines which have a TV tuner card. User Guide 19