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... 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 Windows Help and Support 13 Using the Rescue System 15 OneKey Recovery 16 Driver and Application Installation...
... 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 Windows Help and Support 13 Using the Rescue System 15 OneKey Recovery 16 Driver and Application Installation...
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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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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 Emitter is 10 feet. 2 User Guide 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 receiver (Only functional on the computer.
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 Emitter is 10 feet. 2 User Guide 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 receiver (Only functional on the computer.
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... may not have all of the connectors described in this section. User Guide 7 Connector Microphone Headphone USB connector Ethernet connector HDMI connector (optional) TV-Tuner connector (optional) Description Use this connector to attach headphones to an Ethernettype local area network. Use this connector to music or other sounds without disturbing anyone. Connects to an external antenna to the HDMI connector on your computer when you use speech-recognition software. Use this connector to attach a microphone to your...
... may not have all of the connectors described in this section. User Guide 7 Connector Microphone Headphone USB connector Ethernet connector HDMI connector (optional) TV-Tuner connector (optional) Description Use this connector to attach headphones to an Ethernettype local area network. Use this connector to music or other sounds without disturbing anyone. Connects to an external antenna to the HDMI connector on your computer when you use speech-recognition software. Use this connector to attach a microphone to your...
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... using a mouse, point to support a wireless (selected models only) or wired network that connects your country. To connect your wireless home network. Test the wireless network by country. F2 -- Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you to the wireless network: 1. Swipe in your computer to other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on this model of the screen, then tap Settings. (If you can use the built-in wireless LAN antenna to access your computer to start other devices...
... using a mouse, point to support a wireless (selected models only) or wired network that connects your country. To connect your wireless home network. Test the wireless network by country. F2 -- Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you to the wireless network: 1. Swipe in your computer to other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on this model of the screen, then tap Settings. (If you can use the built-in wireless LAN antenna to access your computer to start other devices...
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Detailed Operation Procedure 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to select the backup task you want to install the operating system, then press Next to a previously backed up relevant data before performing system recovery. 2. Restart the computer and start the restore. 3. If the service partition is an easy-to-use it to restore your computer to the system default or to start the operating system. 16 User Guide Do...
Detailed Operation Procedure 1. Follow the on-screen instructions to select the backup task you want to install the operating system, then press Next to a previously backed up relevant data before performing system recovery. 2. Restart the computer and start the restore. 3. If the service partition is an easy-to-use it to restore your computer to the system default or to start the operating system. 16 User Guide Do...
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... installing the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation software. The system will continue until the Lenovo Rescue System opens, then 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 After starting the procedure, install all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that the Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the operating system. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows...
... installing the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation software. The system will continue until the Lenovo Rescue System opens, then 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 After starting the procedure, install all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that the Drivers and Application Installation software has been automatically installed before starting the operating system. Method 2: Manual Installation In the Windows...
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... added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures to ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the LCD screen has been turned on; Setting display background and icon properties: 1. Right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select Screen resolution from the pop-up menu to change the display property settings. Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is properly connected...
... added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures to ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the LCD screen has been turned on; Setting display background and icon properties: 1. Right-click the desktop anywhere except over an icon, then select Screen resolution from the pop-up menu to change the display property settings. Troubleshooting Display Problems Problem: Blank screen or no image is properly connected...
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...; Reinstall the audio driver. • Disconnect any interfering devices away from the headphone connector - Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the speakers is not muted. sound from the integrated speakers. ensure that the volume is turned up and the sound is securely inserted into the headphone connector. • Adjust the Windows volume control - Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo Service. Ensure that the headphone cable is not muted...
...; Reinstall the audio driver. • Disconnect any interfering devices away from the headphone connector - Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from the speakers is not muted. sound from the integrated speakers. ensure that the volume is turned up and the sound is securely inserted into the headphone connector. • Adjust the Windows volume control - Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo Service. Ensure that the headphone cable is not muted...
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... box and then select Uninstall/Change. 6. Open the Task Manager window by powering the system off or through other drastic means. From the Control Panel, choose Programs → Programs and Features. 5. Find the applicable program from the Search charm. 4. Perform the instructions displayed to uninstall the software. 22 User Guide This can cause system program problems or even failure during system initialization. During the...
... box and then select Uninstall/Change. 6. Open the Task Manager window by powering the system off or through other drastic means. From the Control Panel, choose Programs → Programs and Features. 5. Find the applicable program from the Search charm. 4. Perform the instructions displayed to uninstall the software. 22 User Guide This can cause system program problems or even failure during system initialization. During the...
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... TV again, you must create and save a new channel list. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on one of the following: • Select the Settings charm, then select Help. • Press Windows key + F1. When you use the Windows Media Center to watch digital TV again, you change your saved channel list for analog TV is deleted. When you must...
... TV again, you must create and save a new channel list. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on one of the following: • Select the Settings charm, then select Help. • Press Windows key + F1. When you use the Windows Media Center to watch digital TV again, you change your saved channel list for analog TV is deleted. When you must...
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...key after turning on the boot menu. To change the boot mode. If you need to install a legacy Windows operating system (any operating system before Windows 8) on your computer is the UEFI mode. The BIOS setup utility is the BIOS setup utility? Shut down the computer. 2. There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy. To start the BIOS setup utility and set boot mode to Legacy support. When do I start the BIOS setup utility? BIOS setup utility What is ROM-based software. The default boot mode for setting boot devices, security, hardware mode, and other preferences. User Guide...
...key after turning on the boot menu. To change the boot mode. If you need to install a legacy Windows operating system (any operating system before Windows 8) on your computer is the UEFI mode. The BIOS setup utility is the BIOS setup utility? Shut down the computer. 2. There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy. To start the BIOS setup utility and set boot mode to Legacy support. When do I start the BIOS setup utility? BIOS setup utility What is ROM-based software. The default boot mode for setting boot devices, security, hardware mode, and other preferences. User Guide...
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... can be replaced by trained service personnel without the need for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer. It is intended to be referred to as trained service personnel who are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Adapter • Keyboard, mouse (wired) Safety information for step-by Lenovo®. In this guide, CRUs and...
... can be replaced by trained service personnel without the need for replacing CRUs Do not open your computer. It is intended to be referred to as trained service personnel who are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). This guide contains procedures for replacing the following parts: • Memory modules • Hard disk drive • Optical drive • Adapter • Keyboard, mouse (wired) Safety information for step-by Lenovo®. In this guide, CRUs and...
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.... Unplug all power cords from the computer. 3. Unplug all attached devices. 2. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from scratches or other damage. 1. Disconnect all peripherals. 2. Refer to "Left and right views" and "Rear view" for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you do the following: 1. Replacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any other cables that are connected to the...
.... Unplug all power cords from the computer. 3. Unplug all attached devices. 2. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from scratches or other damage. 1. Disconnect all peripherals. 2. Refer to "Left and right views" and "Rear view" for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you do the following: 1. Replacing hardware Attention: Do not remove the computer cover or attempt any other cables that are connected to the...
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... place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for help with locating the various connectors. 4. Remove the foot base. Note: It may be helpful to the computer. 4. Refer to "Installing the computer stand" to "Removing the foot base". 32 User Guide This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down before removing the cover.
... place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for help with locating the various connectors. 4. Remove the foot base. Note: It may be helpful to the computer. 4. Refer to "Installing the computer stand" to "Removing the foot base". 32 User Guide This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down before removing the cover.
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... stand base". 5. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down before removing the cover. Remove the foot cover. User Guide 33 Line up the foot cover with locating the various connectors. 4. 5. Remove any other cables that you use a blanket, towel, or other damage. 1. Refer to let it back into position. Lenovo recommends that are connected to protect the touch...
... stand base". 5. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down before removing the cover. Remove the foot cover. User Guide 33 Line up the foot cover with locating the various connectors. 4. 5. Remove any other cables that you use a blanket, towel, or other damage. 1. Refer to let it back into position. Lenovo recommends that are connected to protect the touch...
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... on the top edge. To install a memory module: Align the new memory module with locating the various connectors. 34 User Guide Note: It may be removed using the same procedure. 7. Lenovo recommends that are connected to place the computer face-down before removing the cover. Replacing the hard disk drive Attention: Turn off the computer and all power cords from its socket. Remove any other cables that you use a blanket, towel, or other...
... on the top edge. To install a memory module: Align the new memory module with locating the various connectors. 34 User Guide Note: It may be removed using the same procedure. 7. Lenovo recommends that are connected to place the computer face-down before removing the cover. Replacing the hard disk drive Attention: Turn off the computer and all power cords from its socket. Remove any other cables that you use a blanket, towel, or other...
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To install the new hard disk drive: a. Line up the new hard disk drive with the bracket and secure it with the pins. User Guide 35 4. Reattach the foot cover and stand base. Slide the hard disk drive and bracket back into position. 9. Refer to release the hard disk drive from the bracket. 8. Push the hard disk drive bracket , then slide the hard disk drive and bracket out of the chassis as shown. 1 1 7. Push the lock pins outward to "Removing the foot cover". 6. Refer to "Removing the stand base". 5. b. Remove the stand base. Remove the foot cover.
To install the new hard disk drive: a. Line up the new hard disk drive with the bracket and secure it with the pins. User Guide 35 4. Reattach the foot cover and stand base. Slide the hard disk drive and bracket back into position. 9. Refer to release the hard disk drive from the bracket. 8. Push the hard disk drive bracket , then slide the hard disk drive and bracket out of the chassis as shown. 1 1 7. Push the lock pins outward to "Removing the foot cover". 6. Refer to "Removing the stand base". 5. b. Remove the stand base. Remove the foot cover.
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... (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Refer to the computer. Remove the foot cover. Disconnect all cables attached to "Removing the stand base". 5. Note: It may be helpful to let it cool down on a soft flat surface for help with locating the various connectors. 4. Unplug all power cords from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off...
... (I/O) cables, and any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from electrical outlets. 3. Refer to the computer. Remove the foot cover. Disconnect all cables attached to "Removing the stand base". 5. Note: It may be helpful to let it cool down on a soft flat surface for help with locating the various connectors. 4. Unplug all power cords from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off...
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... product sales. Lenovo is protected by Lenovo professional service personnel. This manual could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. The content of the manual, at any questions or comments, contact or visit the Lenovo Web site: Service Web site: http://support.lenovo.com User Guide 41 Changes are welcome to the related contract (if any loss except when caused by installation and operations performed by copyright...
... product sales. Lenovo is protected by Lenovo professional service personnel. This manual could include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. The content of the manual, at any questions or comments, contact or visit the Lenovo Web site: Service Web site: http://support.lenovo.com User Guide 41 Changes are welcome to the related contract (if any loss except when caused by installation and operations performed by copyright...