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User Guide 1 Chapter Using the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics: Computer hardware introduction Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer models and configurations.
User Guide 1 Chapter Using the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics: Computer hardware introduction Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer models and configurations.
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1.1 Front view of the chassis Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. Power button Power Control Switch indicator ON/OFF (selected models only) Hard disk drive indicator Power control switch (selected models only) Memory card readers (selected models only) USB connector Microphone connector Headphone connector Optical drive (some models are equipped with only one optical drive) Hot plug HDD port (selected models only) Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive. 2 User Guide
1.1 Front view of the chassis Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. Power button Power Control Switch indicator ON/OFF (selected models only) Hard disk drive indicator Power control switch (selected models only) Memory card readers (selected models only) USB connector Microphone connector Headphone connector Optical drive (some models are equipped with only one optical drive) Hot plug HDD port (selected models only) Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive. 2 User Guide
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1.2 Rear view of the chassis IdeaCentre K430 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector HDMI connector (selected models only) USB connectors DisplayPort connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 3
1.2 Rear view of the chassis IdeaCentre K430 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector HDMI connector (selected models only) USB connectors DisplayPort connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 3
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IdeaCentre K410 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) 4 User Guide
IdeaCentre K410 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) 4 User Guide
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IdeaCentre K415 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors (USB ports 4 to 6) HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 5
IdeaCentre K415 Voltage selection switch (selected models only) Power connector USB connectors (USB ports 4 to 6) HDMI connector (selected models only) On-board VGA connector Ethernet connector Audio connectors PCI Express X 16 graphics adapter connector (some models are equipped with a graphics card) PCI Express X 1 adapter connector (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) User Guide 5
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... all of the connectors described in connector Description Use this section. 1.3.1 Check the position of the voltage-selection switch on the rear of the computer. 6 User Guide
... all of the connectors described in connector Description Use this section. 1.3.1 Check the position of the voltage-selection switch on the rear of the computer. 6 User Guide
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.... Note: If your display or TV. DisplayPort connector (optional) Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector. User Guide 7 USB connector Use this connector to attach the computer to an Ethernet-type local area network. HDMI connector (optional) Connects to the HDMI connector on...
.... Note: If your display or TV. DisplayPort connector (optional) Used to attach a high-performance monitor, a direct-drive monitor, or other devices that use a DisplayPort connector. User Guide 7 USB connector Use this connector to attach the computer to an Ethernet-type local area network. HDMI connector (optional) Connects to the HDMI connector on...
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... Connector Note: For more detailed settings, click Start → Control panel → Hardware and Sound → Lenovo HD Audio Manager. Follow the instructions to configure it. 3. 1.4 7.1 Audio configuration instructions Use the following the prompts. 8 User Guide Select 7.1 surround from the playback dialog box, then click the configure button to configure advanced settings. Sound...
... Connector Note: For more detailed settings, click Start → Control panel → Hardware and Sound → Lenovo HD Audio Manager. Follow the instructions to configure it. 3. 1.4 7.1 Audio configuration instructions Use the following the prompts. 8 User Guide Select 7.1 surround from the playback dialog box, then click the configure button to configure advanced settings. Sound...
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...the playback dialog box, and then click configure button to 5.1 surround.) This model of computer supports transforming stereo sound into 5.1 surround sound. User Guide 9 Right click the Sound icon in system property bar and select sounds option to the 5.1 surround audio device: Blue line-in connector ... be used . Select 5.1 surround from audio channels in the pop-up speaker setup dialog box to proceed with the speaker setup by following guides when connecting to setup the sounds in the pop-up dialog box. 2. Select a playback device from 2.0 stereo to configure it. 3. Note...
...the playback dialog box, and then click configure button to 5.1 surround.) This model of computer supports transforming stereo sound into 5.1 surround sound. User Guide 9 Right click the Sound icon in system property bar and select sounds option to the 5.1 surround audio device: Blue line-in connector ... be used . Select 5.1 surround from audio channels in the pop-up speaker setup dialog box to proceed with the speaker setup by following guides when connecting to setup the sounds in the pop-up dialog box. 2. Select a playback device from 2.0 stereo to configure it. 3. Note...
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... only) Check the connectors available on your computer and display and select an appropriate cable according to DVI (HDMI-DVI cable) Computer Cable Display 10 User Guide Because other types of cables do not meet the requirements of the Blu-ray standard. Connection Type DVI to DVI (DVI cable) DVI to HDMI...
... only) Check the connectors available on your computer and display and select an appropriate cable according to DVI (HDMI-DVI cable) Computer Cable Display 10 User Guide Because other types of cables do not meet the requirements of the Blu-ray standard. Connection Type DVI to DVI (DVI cable) DVI to HDMI...
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...software. To learn more about this program, repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on this model of computer. User Guide 11 Your computer has the Lenovo Rescue System installed. F2 -- You may plug the hot-swappable hard disk conveniently while the computer system using it remains ...in operation, but will allow you to start other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open. 1.9 Hot-swappable hard disk (selected models only) • Unpack Hot-swappable hard disk USB adapter USB cable You may...
...software. To learn more about this program, repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on this model of computer. User Guide 11 Your computer has the Lenovo Rescue System installed. F2 -- You may plug the hot-swappable hard disk conveniently while the computer system using it remains ...in operation, but will allow you to start other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open. 1.9 Hot-swappable hard disk (selected models only) • Unpack Hot-swappable hard disk USB adapter USB cable You may...
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Pull the hot-swappable hard disk drive out of the hot-swappable hard disk Slide it into the bay from the front until it snaps into position. • Operation of the drive bay. 12 User Guide
Pull the hot-swappable hard disk drive out of the hot-swappable hard disk Slide it into the bay from the front until it snaps into position. • Operation of the drive bay. 12 User Guide
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User Guide 13 • Connect the hot-swappable hard disk to the other computer Notes: • Don't unplug the hard disk while it is copying the data ...
User Guide 13 • Connect the hot-swappable hard disk to the other computer Notes: • Don't unplug the hard disk while it is copying the data ...
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..., computer will boot up at rapid speed; System resources are used for different applications. Different modes are optimized by toggling the power control switch 14 User Guide Operation of the Power Control Switch The Power Control Switch function supports three operating modes: Auto, Turbo and Cool. In the Auto and Cool mode...
..., computer will boot up at rapid speed; System resources are used for different applications. Different modes are optimized by toggling the power control switch 14 User Guide Operation of the Power Control Switch The Power Control Switch function supports three operating modes: Auto, Turbo and Cool. In the Auto and Cool mode...
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User Guide 15 Open the running status for each mode. • Display the main screen of the software Double click the Power Control Switch icon in each component under the Mode Switch: CPU - The status of the current CPU clock frequency against the nominal maximal CPU clock frequency. Show the percentage of the computer startup speed. • Press the Power Control Switch indicator ON/OFF to open the indicator under the front panel and indicate the different lighting effects in the Quick Launch bar. Boot -
User Guide 15 Open the running status for each mode. • Display the main screen of the software Double click the Power Control Switch icon in each component under the Mode Switch: CPU - The status of the current CPU clock frequency against the nominal maximal CPU clock frequency. Show the percentage of the computer startup speed. • Press the Power Control Switch indicator ON/OFF to open the indicator under the front panel and indicate the different lighting effects in the Quick Launch bar. Boot -
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Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently. The system consumes minimum power. Turn the Power Control Switch knob to the Cool position to enable this mode. Turn the Power Control Switch knob to the Auto position to enable this mode. 16 User Guide AUTO Auto adjust the system CPU clock frequency and running speed. COOL The CPU runs at low frequency.
Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently. The system consumes minimum power. Turn the Power Control Switch knob to the Cool position to enable this mode. Turn the Power Control Switch knob to the Auto position to enable this mode. 16 User Guide AUTO Auto adjust the system CPU clock frequency and running speed. COOL The CPU runs at low frequency.
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User Guide 17 TURBO The CPU runs at full speed. Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently. The system achieves its optimal performance. Turn the Power Control Switch knob to the Turbo position to enable this mode. Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently.
User Guide 17 TURBO The CPU runs at full speed. Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently. The system achieves its optimal performance. Turn the Power Control Switch knob to the Turbo position to enable this mode. Note: The numeric values may vary because each model is configured differently.
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In order to the outlet, the computer cannot boot up , the computer must always keep connecting the outlet. 18 User Guide Notes: • When you are running system-intensive games or other programs that consume a high proportion of the system resources, you to achieve optimal performance. • After unplugging and reconnecting the power cord to keep ultra speed during the boot up at ultra speed in Turbo mode. This will allow you should choose Turbo mode.
In order to the outlet, the computer cannot boot up , the computer must always keep connecting the outlet. 18 User Guide Notes: • When you are running system-intensive games or other programs that consume a high proportion of the system resources, you to achieve optimal performance. • After unplugging and reconnecting the power cord to keep ultra speed during the boot up at ultra speed in Turbo mode. This will allow you should choose Turbo mode.
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User Guide 19 Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system cannot run. If you do this program will remain unchanged. • If you want to the last system backup ...
User Guide 19 Otherwise, the OneKey Recovery system cannot run. If you do this program will remain unchanged. • If you want to the last system backup ...
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...of data, be deleted. If the service partition is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will not be liable for the user to restore your Lenovo hardware. 20 User Guide Detailed Operation Procedure 1. Note about the service partition: The files and relevant data used by the ... system are saved in the service partition. Deleting this partition will overwrite all of the data on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open, then select OneKey Recovery. After the system is an easy-to-use it to conveniently reinstall all of the...
...of data, be deleted. If the service partition is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will not be liable for the user to restore your Lenovo hardware. 20 User Guide Detailed Operation Procedure 1. Note about the service partition: The files and relevant data used by the ... system are saved in the service partition. Deleting this partition will overwrite all of the data on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open, then select OneKey Recovery. After the system is an easy-to-use it to conveniently reinstall all of the...