Lenovo 10057-7712 User Manual
Version 2.0
Machine type: 10057/7712
2010.07
Lenovo
IdeaCentre B5 Series
User Guide
31044787
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 damage
to your product.
Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or lethal situations.
Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data.
Note: Pay attention to this important information.
© Copyright Lenovo 2010.
Contents
Important Safety Information
Chapter 1 Using the Computer Hardware .............................. 1
1.1 Front view ................................................................................2
1.2 Left and right view of the computer .........................................3
1.3 Rear view of the computer .......................................................4
1.4 Computer stand ......................................................................5
1.5 Connecting your computer ......................................................6
1.6 Important information about using the computer .....................9
1.7 Keyboard ...............................................................................11
1.8 Using the Infra-red (IR) Remote Control .................................12
1.9 Using the Bluetooth remote control .......................................19
Chapter 2 Using the Rescue System .................................... 31
2.1 OneKey Recovery ..................................................................32
2.2 Driver and Application Installation ..........................................32
2.3 System Setup ........................................................................33
2.4 System Backup .....................................................................34
2.5 System Recovery ..................................................................34
2.6 Create Recovery Disc ............................................................34
Chapter 3 Using the Computer Software ............................. 35
3.1 Lenovo Dynamic Brightness system ......................................36
3.2 Lenovo Eye Distance System ................................................37
Chapter 4 System Maintenance and Recovery .................... 39
4.1 Restoring the System ............................................................40
4.2 Backup and Restore ..............................................................40
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4.3 Cleaning Up the Disk .............................................................40
4.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors ..............................41
4.5 Defragmenting the Disk(s) ......................................................41
4.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks ......................................41
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup .............. 43
5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems .........................................44
5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems ...........................................45
5.3 Troubleshooting Software Problems.......................................45
5.4 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and
Hard Disks .............................................................................46
5.5 Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows .............47
5.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions ............................48
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Contents
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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
vary from your computer, depending on
computer models and configurations.
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1.1 Front view
Volume down
Volume up
Brightness down
Brightness up
LCD On/Off
Camera
Built-in microphone
Indicator lights ON/OFF button
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1.2 Left and right view of the computer
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Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked
air vents may cause thermal problems.
Optical drive USB ports (2)
Power button Headphone connector
Card reader Microphone connector
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1.3 Rear view of the computer
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AV-IN connector
(Selected models only)
PS/2 Keyboard connector eSATA port
Ethernet connector Wireless reset button
USB ports (2) Power connector
TV-Tuner connector
(Selected models only)
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1.4 Computer stand
15° min.
35°
max.
Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between
15º and 35º from the vertical.
The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part.
Attention:
1. The computer stand must remain installed at all times to ensure
maximum system stability.
2. Make sure the angle of the computer is at least 15 degrees from the
vertical; otherwise the computer will be unstable and could fall over.
To open the computer stand, do the following:
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1.5 Connecting your computer
Use the following information to connect your computer:
• Lookforthesmallconnectoriconsonthebackofyourcomputer.Matchthe
connectors to the icons.
Note: Your computer might not have all of the connectors that are
described in this section.
1.5.1 Check the voltage rating before you connect the
equipment to an electrical outlet to ensure that the
required voltage and frequency match the available
power source.
1.5.2 Connect the keyboard cable to the appropriate keyboard
connector (PS2 connector or USB connector).
1.5.3 Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse
connector (USB connector).
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1.5.4 If you have audio devices, attach them using the
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following instructions:
Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone (purchased separately)
to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use
speech-recognition software.
Headphone Use this connector to attach headphones (purchased separately)
to your computer when you want to listen to music or other
sounds without disturbing anyone.
1.5.5 If you have powered speakers with an adapter:
(This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker)
a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some
speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the adapter cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this
cable is permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the computer.
d. Connect the adapter to the power source.
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1.5.6 If you have powered speakers without an adapter:
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(This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker)
a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some
speakers, this cable is permanently attached.
b. Connect the cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is
permanently attached.
c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the computer.
d. Connect the plug to the power source.
Note: Some models are not equipped with external speakers.
1.5.7 Connect any additional devices that you have. Your
computer might not have all connectors shown.
USB connector Use this connector to attach a device that requires a
USB connection.
Network adapter
connector
TV-Tuner
connector
Use this connector to attach the computer to an
ethernet-type local area network.
Only supported on systems with optional TV tuner card.
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1.5.8 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical
outlets.
1.5.9 Your computer is equipped with a Memory Card Reader
Connector, it is able to read/write data from:
SD/MMC, MS, MS pro, SD Pro
1.6 Important information about using the computer
Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn it on.
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Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. When
you touch these, the indicator lights turn on.
Hold the computer tightly when you carry it.
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1.7 Keyboard
L
V
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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, turn on the computer, and when the Lenovo logo
appears, press the F2 key and the Lenovo Rescue System will open.
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1.8 Using the Infra-red (IR) Remote Control
(Only some models are equipped with IR remote control.)
The IR remote control (only shipped with some types of computers) works with
the remote control receiver on the chassis. Adjust the angle of the remote control
properly.
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