Lenovo 10110-6267, C440, 10104-6595, 10105-6596, 57315617 User Manual

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Machine type: 10102/4773 [C340] 10103/4751 [C345] 10104/6595 [C440] 10105/6596 [C445] 10110/6267 [C540]

Lenovo C3/C4/C5 Series

User Guide

Version 2.0

2012.08

31502285

Important Safety Information

Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and understanding this safety information reduces the risk of personal injury or product damage.

The interface and functions shown in this User Guide are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.

Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or potentially lethal situations.

Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data.

Note: Pay attention to this important information.

© Copyright Lenovo 2012. All rights reserved.

LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction, or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No. GS-35F-05925.

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

Windows Help and Support......................................................................

13

Using the Rescue System........................................................

15

OneKey Recovery.....................................................................................

16

Driver and Application Installation..............................................................

17

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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

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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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Front view of the computer

Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating.

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Built-in microphone

 

 

 

Built-in camera

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hard disk drive indicator

 

Wi-Fi status indicator

 

 

 

Monitor On/Off indicator

 

Menu button

 

 

 

 

 

Direction button

 

 

 

Direction button

 

 

 

Monitor On/Off button

 

Built-in IR receiver (Only

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

functional on models equipped

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with a IR receiver module)

Attention: The effective range of the Built-in IR Emitter is 10 feet.

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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.

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USB connector

 

Headphone connector

 

Microphone connector

 

USB connector

 

 

 

Memory card reader

 

Power button

 

Optical drive eject button

 

Optical drive

Attention: Do not insert 3-inch discs into the optical drive.

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Rear view of the computer

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1 2 3

TV tuner connector (selected models only, 2 connectors for Japan)

Power connector USB connector

HDMI-out connector (selected models only)

Air vents

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TV tuner connector (selected models only, 2 connectors for Japan)

Ethernet connector USB connector Security cable slot

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Installing the computer stand

1.Raise the stand holder.

2.Line up the stand base with the mounting holes in the stand holder, then push the stand base into position.

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3.Pull the hand screw ring up, then secure the stand base to the stand holder with the hand screw.

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4. Press down the hand screw ring.

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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.

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Connecting your computer

Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors described in this section.

Connector

Description

 

 

Microphone

Use this connector to attach a microphone to your

 

computer when you want to record sound or if you use

 

speech-recognition software.

 

 

Headphone

Use this connector to attach headphones to your

 

computer when you want to listen to music or other

 

sounds without disturbing anyone.

 

 

USB connector

Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB

 

connection.

 

 

Ethernet connector

Use this connector to attach the computer to an Ethernet-

 

type local area network.

 

 

HDMI connector

Connects to the HDMI connector on your display or TV.

(optional)

 

 

 

TV-Tuner connector

Connects to an external antenna to view programs using

(optional)

the optional TV tuner card.

 

 

Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructions for those devices.

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Connecting the power cord

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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.

Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.

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Wired keyboard (selected models only)

LVT —— After entering Windows, press this key to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo’s pre-loaded Home PC software. In addition to its own functions, the LVT program will allow you to start other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on this model of computer.

F2 —— Your computer has the Lenovo Rescue System installed. To learn more about this program, repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open.

Connecting to the Internet

To connect to the Internet, you’ll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware.

IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country.

Your computer is designed to support a wireless (selected models only) or wired network that connects your computer to other devices.

Wired network connection

For wired networks, connect one end of an Ethernet cable (purchased separately) to the Ethernet connector on your computer, and then connect the other end to the network router or broadband modem. Consult your ISP for detailed setup instructions.

Note: Broadband modem and router installation procedures vary depending on the manufacturer. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Wireless network connection

For wireless networks, you can use the built-in wireless LAN antenna to access your wireless home network.

To connect your computer to the wireless network:

1.Swipe in from the right edge of the screen, then tap Settings.

(If you are using a mouse, point to the top right or bottom right corner of the screen, then click Settings.)

2.Tap or click the network icon , then select the name of your router. Tap or

click Connect, then follow the steps on the screen.

Test the wireless network by opening your Web browser and accessing any Web site.

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