Lenovo IdeaPad P500 Support Question
Lenovo IdeaPad P500 Support Question
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Question posted by lorenvisaez on December 23rd, 2012
How Do Start The Lenovo Ideapad P500 Using A Cd. I Am Trying To Install Linux.
How do start the lenovo ideapad p500 using a cd. I am trying to install Linux.
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Answer #1: Posted by baklogic on December 23rd, 2012 11:37 AM
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This seems to have windows 8 installed- so it uses
two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy
page v24 0f your maual
http://www.lenovo.com/shop/americas/content/user_guides/z500_ug_en.pdfSee
How can I start the BIOS setup utility?
To start the BIOS setup utility:
1
Shut down the computer.
2
Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup.
How can I change the boot mode?
There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy. To change the boot mode, start the BIOS setup
utility and set boot mode to
UEFI or Legacy support on the boot menu.
When do I need to change the boot mode?
The default boot mode for your computer is UEFI mode. If you choose to install a legacy Windows operating system (that is, any operating system prior to Windows 8) on your computer, you must change the boot mode to Legacy support. A legacy Windows operating system cannot be installed until you change the boot mode.
I am sure this includes Linux,although it buses grub as a bootloader, you need to follow those moves to get to bios to change boot mode-
25 years playing with computers/laptops, software, and 10 years a geek/nerd -always learning
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User Guide - Page 1
Lenovo IdeaPad Z500/P500
User Guide V1.0
Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
User Guide - Page 2
... Notice provides information about the radio frequency and safety
standards. GS-35F-05925. Some features may not apply to you are
using Windows® 8. If you are common to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • Some instructions in this guide may differ from the actual product. Be sure to...
User Guide - Page 3
... ...21 Trademarks ...24
i Starting to use Windows 8 11 Configuring the ...operating system for the first time 11 Operating system interfaces ...11 The Charms ...12 Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down 14 Connecting to know your computer 1 Top view ...1 Left-side view ...5 Right-side view...8 Front view ...9 Bottom view ...10
Chapter 2. Lenovo...
User Guide - Page 9
b Novo button
When the computer is off, press this button to start the Lenovo Recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to an Ethernet network. c...
567 8
a AC power adapter jack
Connect the AC power adapter here. Getting to USB devices.
Note: For details, see "Using memory cards (not supplied)" on page 7. d VGA port
Connects to devices with HDMI inputs, such as a TV or an external...
User Guide - Page 11
... pull the memory card out of the memory card slot. After the driver has been installed, you to a power source before disconnecting. Check the documentation provided by that device. However, some devices may not be recognized.
„ Using memory cards (not supplied)
Your computer supports the following types of your computer when...
User Guide - Page 12
Chapter 1.
Lenovo offers no comment judgment or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of security keyhole. • You ...devices and security
features. c Optical drive
Reads/burns optical discs. Note: For details, see "Connecting USB devices" on installing the security lock, please refer to help prevent it is compatible with the security lock that you have purchased.
User Guide - Page 15
... to the Windows desktop, do one of the following:
• Select Start
from desktop to configure the operating system when it is first used. Start screen
Desktop
11 To switch from the Charms.
• Move the pointer to use Windows 8
Configuring the operating system for the first time
You may include the procedures below...
User Guide - Page 16
... available regardless of the following: • Move the pointer to perform many basic tasks and are looking for, including apps, settings and files.
12
Starting to use Windows 8
The Charms
The five Charms provide new and faster ways to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the Charms bar is a powerful...
User Guide - Page 17
... or send files to any external devices, such as setting the volume or shutting down the computer. Start charm The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Control Panel through the Settings charm when using the desktop screen.
13 Devices charm The Devices charm allows you are in. Also, you perform...
User Guide - Page 18
...power button. • Press any key on the keyboard.
14 To put the computer to resume use Windows 8
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down .
„ Putting your computer to...be away from your computer, you move your computer.
Note: Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is spinning can put the computer to sleep. To wake the ...
User Guide - Page 19
Chapter 2. To shut down . Starting to use Windows 8
„ Shutting down the computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down your computer:
1 Open the Charms, and then select Settings
.
1
2 Select Power
→ Shutdown.
2
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User Guide - Page 20
... the Internet service provider (ISP) for connection.
To connect to Off. If Airplane mode is disabled, go to the desktop and check the notification area. Starting to use Windows 8
Connecting to wireless LAN
Enabling wireless connection To confirm that Airplane mode is on .
User Guide - Page 21
... your computer. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on one of the two links listed under More to use Windows 8
Help and support
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User Guide - Page 22
... Recovery system program files. To back up the system partition:
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1 Shut down the computer. 2 Press the Novo ...
User Guide - Page 23
.... If you cannot find the installation program there, you want to save, back it is damaged. Use the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system if you need on the computer that came with a Windows operating system, Lenovo provides drivers for your hard disk. If it up process, try again. If you can start . You can also download it...
User Guide - Page 24
...menu.
See "Chapter 3. To start the BIOS setup utility and set boot mode to install a legacy Windows operating system (that is UEFI mode. Getting help
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„ Getting help and service" of the Lenovo Safety...
User Guide - Page 25
... system administrator to clear your user password.
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User Guide - Page 26
... Information" of Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Computer screen problems
The screen is installed correctly. -
The display device driver is blank. If they are using the AC adapter, or using the battery, and the
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User Guide - Page 27
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• Press the Novo button when the computer is included in the EFI/Boot device priority correctly.
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For details about the OneKey Recovery system, see "Lenovo OneKey Recovery system" on page 18.
• You are working on ;
User Guide - Page 28
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