Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
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•
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•
Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using
Windows® 7 or Windows 8.1. If you are using other Windows
operating systems, some operations may be slightly different. If you are
using other operating systems, some operations may not apply to you.
•
The features described in this guide are common to most models.
Some features may not be available on your computer and/or your
computer may include features that are not described in this user
guide.
•
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Please refer to the actual product.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ..........................................1
Top view.......................................................................................................................1
Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are invisible from outside.
Attention:
• Do not open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. When closing the display panel, be
careful not to leave pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the
keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel may be damaged.
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Integrated
a
camera
Wireless
b
antennas
Display
c
Novo button
d
e
Power button
Built-in
f
microphone
Use the camera for video communication.
Connect to the wireless adapter to receive and send
wireless radio.
Provides brilliant visual output.
When the computer is off, press this button to start the
Lenovo OneKey Recovery system or the BIOS setup
utility, or to enter the boot menu.
Press this button to turn on the computer.
Captures sound which can be used for video
conferencing, voice narration, or audio recording.
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System
g
indicators
IndicatorIndicator statusMeaning
On (solid white)The battery has more than
Solid amberThe battery has between 5%
Fast blinking amberThe battery has less than
Slow blinking amberThe battery is being
Battery status
indicator
Slow blinking whiteThe battery has between
On (solid white)The computer is powered
Power status
BlinkingThe computer is in sleep
indicator
OffThe computer is powered
BlinkingData is being read from or
Device access
indicator
20% charge.
and 20% charge.
5% charge.
charged. When battery
charge reaches 20%, the
blinking color changes to
white.
20% and 80% charge and is
still charging. When the
battery reaches 80% charge
the light will stop blinking,
but charging will continue
until the battery is fully
charged.
on.
mode.
off.
written to the hard disk
drive or other external
storage devices.
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Touch pad
h
Touch pad
i
buttons
Note: You can enable or disable the touch pad and the touch pad buttons by pressing
F6 .
The touch pad functions as a conventional mouse.
To move the cursor on the screen, slide your fingertip over
the pad in the direction in which you want the cursor to
move.
The functions of the left and right buttons correspond to
those of the left and right buttons on a conventional
mouse.
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Using the keyboard
Keyboard function keys
You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate
function keys.
Mutes/unmutes the
:
sound.
Decreases the volume
:
level.
Increases the volume
:
level.
Closes the currently
:
active window.
Refreshes the desktop
or the currently active
:
window.
Enables/disables the
:
touch pad
Note: If you changed the Hotkey Mode from Enabled to Disabled in the BIOS setup utility,
you will need to press the Fn key in combination with the appropriate hotkey.
.
Enables/disables
:
Airplane mode.
Displays all currently
:
active apps.
Turn s on / off t he
backlight of the LCD
:
screen.
Toggles the display
between the computer
:
and an external device.
Decreases display
:
brightness.
Increases display
:
brightness.
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Function key combinations
Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features
instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn; then press one of the
function keys .
a
The following describes the features of each function key.
• Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked or else overheating of the
computer may occur.
USB 3.0 ports
d
Note: For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 8.
Combo audio
e
Connects to external display devices.
Dissipate internal heat.
Connects to USB devices.
Connects to headsets.
jack
Notes:
• The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones.
• The recording function may not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are
connected, due to different industry standards.
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Connecting USB devices
You can connect a USB device to your computer by inserting its USB plug
(Type A) into the USB port on your computer.
The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your
computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the
driver is installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without
performing any additional steps.
Note: Typically, Windows detects a new device after connecting it, and then installs the
driver automatically. However, some devices may require you to install the driver
before connecting. Check the documentation provided by the device’s manufacturer
before connecting the device.
Before disconnecting a USB storage device, make sure your computer has
finished transferring data by that device. Make sure you properly eject the
device from the Windows operating system, to avoid data corruption.
Notes:
• If your USB device uses a power cord, connect the device to a power source before
connecting it. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized.
• When in sleep mode, you can only use keyboard instead of mouse to wake up the
computer.
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Connecting a Bluetooth device
If your computer has an integrated Bluetooth adapter card, it can connect to
and transfer data wirelessly to/from other Bluetooth enabled devices, such as
notebook computers, PDAs and cell phones. You can transfer data between
these devices up to 10 meters range in open space.
Note: The actual maximum range may vary due to interference and transmission barriers.
For best transfer speed, place the device as near your computer as possible.
Enabling Bluetooth and WLAN communications on your computer
Press F7 to make configuration.
Notes:
• When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, turn it off to save battery power.
• You need to pair the Bluetooth enabled device with your computer before you can transfer
data between them. Read the documentation supplied with the Bluetooth enabled device
for details on how to pair the device with your computer.
This guide only takes Windows 8.1 as an example for your reference.
Start screen and Desktop
Windows 8.1 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start screen and the
Windows desktop.
To switch from the Start screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the
following:
• Select the Desktop tile on the Start screen.
• Press the Windows key + D.
To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following:
• Select Start from the charms bar.
• Press the Windows key .
• Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, then select the Start screen button.
Start screen Desktop
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Charms and the charms bar
Charms are navigation buttons that let you access basic tasks quickly.
Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The charms bar
is the menu that contains the charms. To display the charms bar, do one of
the following:
• Move the cursor to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms
bar is displayed.
• Press the Windows key + C.
Search charm
The Search charm is a powerful new way to find what you are looking for,
including settings, files, Web images, Web videos, etc.
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Share charm
The Share charm lets you send links, photos, and more to your friends and
social networks without leaving the app you are in.
Start charm
The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Start screen.
Devices charm
The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to connected external
devices, including the devices to play, print, and project.
Settings charm
The Settings charm lets you perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume
or shutting down the computer. Also, you can get to the Control Panel
through the Settings charm when on the Desktop screen.
When you have finished working with your computer, you can put it to shut
it down, sleep, or hibernate.
Shutting down the computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down.
To shut down the computer, do the following:
• Windows 7:
Click Start→ Shut down.
• Windows 8.1:
1
Open the charms bar, then select Settings .
2
Select Power → Shut down.
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Putting your computer to sleep
If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the
computer to sleep. When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly
wake it to resume use, bypassing the startup process. To put the computer to
sleep, do one of the following:
• Close the display lid.
• Press the power button.
• Do the proper operations in the operating system.
Windows 7:
Click Start → Sleep.
Windows 8.1:
Open the charms bar, then select Settings → Power → Sleep.
Attention:
• Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the computer is in
sleep mode) before you move your computer. Moving your computer while the hard
disk is spinning can damage the hard disk, causing loss of data.
To wake the computer, do one of the following:
• Press any key on the keyboard.
• Press the power button.
Putting your computer to hibernate
By using this mode, you can turn off the computer completely without
saving files or exiting from any program that is running. When the computer
enters hibernation mode, all open programs, folders, and files are saved to
the hard disk drive, and then the computer turns off.
To put the computer into hibernation mode, do the following:
To connect to a wireless network, do the following:
1
Press F7 to turn on the wireless feature.
2
View the available wireless networks.
• Windows 7:
Click the wireless network connection status icon in the Windows
notification area. A list of available wireless networks will be displayed.
• Windows 8.1:
Open the charms bar and select Settings → . A list of available
wireless networks will be displayed.
3
Click a network name in the list, and then click Connect.
Note: Some networks require a network security key or passphrase for connection. To
connect to one of those networks, ask the network administrator or the Internet service
provider (ISP) for the security key or passphrase.
Software configuration
Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure
your computer.
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Help and support
If you have questions about using the Windows operating system, refer to
Windows Help and Support. To access Windows Help and Support, do one
of the following:
• Windows 7:
Click Start→ Help and Support.
• Windows 8.1:
• Open the charms bar and select Settings; select Help on the Settings
menu.
•Press Windows key + Fn + F1.
You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can
also get online help and support by clicking on one of the two links listed
under More to explore.
Note: Windows 8.1 also provides an app, Help+Tips. You can find it on the Start screen, to
learn more information on new features of Windows 8.1.
The Lenovo OneKey Recovery system is software designed to back up and
restore your computer. You can use it to restore the system partition to its
original status in case of a system failure. You can also create user backups
for easy restoration as required.
Notes:
• If your computer is preinstalled with a GNU/Linux operating system, OneKey Recovery
system is not available.
• To utilize the features of the OneKey Recovery system, your hard disk already includes a
hidden partition by default to store the system image file and the OneKey Recovery
system program files. This default partition is hidden for security reasons, which explains
why the available disk space is less than the stated capacity.
Backing up the system partition
You can back up the system partition to an image file. To back up the system
partition:
1
Press the Novo button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system.
2
Click System Backup.
3
Select a back-up location and click Next to start the backup.
Notes:
• You can choose a back-up location on the local hard disk drive or an external storage
device.
• Remove the removable hard disk drive before starting the Lenovo OneKey Recovery
system. Otherwise, data from the removable hard disk drive might be lost.
• The back-up process may take a while.
• The back-up process is only available when Windows can be started normally.
Restoring
You can choose to restore the system partition to its original status or to a
previously created back-up point. To restore the system partition:
1
Press the Novo button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system.
2
Click System Recovery. The computer will restart to the recovery
environment.
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3
Follow the on-screen instructions to restore the system partition to its
original status or to a previously created back-up point.
Notes:
• The recovery process is irreversible. Make sure to back up any data you wish to save on
the system partition before starting the recovery process.
• The recovery process may take a while. So be sure to connect the AC power adapter to
your computer during the recovery process.
• The above instructions should be followed when Windows can be started normally.
If Windows cannot be started, then follow the steps below to start the Lenovo
OneKey Recovery system:
1
Shut down the computer.
2
Press the Novo button. From the Recovery Boot Menu, select System
Recovery and press Enter.
This section lists frequently asked questions by category.
Finding information
What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer?
The Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide which came with your
computer contains safety precautions for using your computer. Read and
follow all the precautions when using your computer.
Where can I find the hardware specifications for my computer?
You can find hardware specification for your computer from the printed
flyers which came with your computer.
Where can I find warranty information?
For the warranty applicable to your computer, including the warranty
period and type of warranty service, see the Lenovo limited warranty flyer
that came with your computer.
Drivers and preinstalled software
Where are the installation discs for Lenovo preinstalled software (desktop
software)?
Your computer did not come with installation discs for Lenovo preinstalled
software. If you need to reinstall any preinstalled software, you can find
the installation program on the D partition of your hard disk. If you cannot
find the installation program there, you can also download it from the
Lenovo consumer support website.
Where can I find drivers for the various hardware devices of my computer?
If your computer is preinstalled with a Windows operating system, Lenovo
provides drivers for all the hardware devices that you need on the D
partition of your hard disk. You can also download the latest device drivers
from the Lenovo consumer support website.
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Lenovo OneKey Recovery system
Where are the recovery discs?
Your computer did not come with recovery discs. Use the Lenovo OneKey
Recovery system if you need to restore the system to its factory status.
What can I do if the back-up process fails?
If you can start the backup but it fails during the back-up process, try the
following steps:
1
Close all open programs, and then restart the back-up process.
2
Check to see if the destination media is damaged. Select another path
and then try again.
When do I need to restore the system to its factory status?
Use this feature when the operating system fails to start up. If there is
critical data on the system partition, back it up before starting recovery.
BIOS setup utility
What is the BIOS setup utility?
The BIOS setup utility is ROM-based software. It communicates basic
computer information and provides options for setting boot devices,
security, hardware mode, and other preferences.
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? (on select models)
There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy Support. To change the boot
mode, start the BIOS setup utility and set boot mode to UEFI or Legacy
Support on the boot menu.
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When do I need to change the boot mode? (on select models)
The default boot mode for your computer is UEFI mode. If you need to
install a legacy Windows operating system (that is, any operating system
before Windows 8) on your computer, you must change the boot mode to
Legacy Support. The legacy Windows operating system cannot be
installed if you don't change the boot mode.
Getting help
How can I contact the customer support center?
See “Chapter 3. Getting help and service” of Lenovo Safety and General
Information Guide.
When I turn on the
computer, nothing appears
on the screen.
When I turn on the
computer, only a white
cursor appears on a blank
screen.
My screen goes blank while
the computer is on.
The screen is unreadable or
distorted.
• If the screen is blank, make sure that:
- The AC power adapter is connected to the
computer, and the power cord is plugged into a
working electrical outlet.
- The computer power is on. (Press the power button
again for confirmation.)
- If you are using the AC power adapter or the
battery, and the battery status indicator is on, press
F12 to make the screen brighter.
• If these items are properly set, and the screen remains
blank, have the computer serviced.
• Restore backed-up files to your Windows
environment or the entire contents of your hard disk
to its original factory contents using the Lenovo
OneKey Recovery system. If you still see only the
cursor on the screen, have the computer serviced.
• Your screen saver or power management may be
enabled. Do one of the following to exit from the
screen saver or to resume from sleep mode:
-Touch the touch pad.
- Press any key on the keyboard.
-Press the power button.
-Press F9 to confirm whether the backlight for
the LCD screen has been turned off.
- If the problem persists, follow the solution in the
next problem “The screen is unreadable or
distorted.”
• Make sure that:
- The display device driver is installed correctly.
- The screen resolution and color quality are correctly
set.
- The monitor type is correct.
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Incorrect characters appear
on the screen.
• Are the operating system or programs installed
correctly? If they are installed and configured
correctly, have the computer serviced.
BIOS password problems
I forgot my password.• If you forget your user password, you must ask the
system administrator to reset your user password.
• If you forget your HDD password, a Lenovo
authorized servicer cannot reset your password or
recover data from the hard disk. You must take your
computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a
marketing representative to have the hard disk drive
replaced. Proof of purchase is required, and a fee will
be charged for parts and service.
• If you forget your administrator password, a Lenovo
authorized servicer cannot reset your password. You
must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized
servicer or a marketing representative to have the
system board replaced. Proof of purchase is required,
and a fee will be charged for parts and service.
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Sleep problems
The critical low-battery error
message appears, and the
computer immediately turns
off.
The computer enters
sleep mode
immediately after Power-on
self-test (POST).
Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced.
The computer does not
return from sleep mode,
and the computer does not
work.
• The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC
power adapter to the computer, or replace the battery
with a fully charged one.
• Make sure that:
- The battery is charged.
- The operating temperature is within the acceptable
range. See “Chapter 2. Use and care Information” of
Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide.
• If your computer is in sleep mode, connect the AC
power adapter to the computer and then press any
key or the power button.
• If the system still does not return from sleep mode,
stops responding, or cannot be turned off, reset the
computer. Unsaved data may be lost. To reset the
computer, press and hold the power button for 4
seconds or more. If the computer is still not reset,
remove the battery pack and the AC power adapter.
Sound problems
No sound can be heard
from the speaker even
when the volume is turned
up.
• Make sure that:
- The mute function is off.
- The combo audio jack is not used.
- The speaker is selected as the playback device.
Battery problems
Your computer shuts down
before the battery status
indicator shows empty.
-or-
Your computer operates
after the battery status indicator shows empty.
• Recharge the battery.
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A hard disk drive problem
The hard disk drive does
not work.
Other problems
Your computer does not
respond.
The computer does not
start from a device you
want.
The connected external
device does not work.
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
• In the Boot menu in the BIOS setup utility, make sure
that the hard disk drive is included in the UEFI Boot
priority order or the Legacy Boot priority order list.
• To turn off your computer, press and hold the power
button for 4 seconds or more. If the computer still
does not respond, remove the battery pack and the
AC power adapter.
• Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode
during a communication operation. Disable the sleep
timer when you are working on the network.
• See the UEFI Boot priority order or the Legacy Boot
priority order list of the BIOS setup utility. Make sure
that the BIOS setup utility is set so that the computer
starts from the device you want.
• Also make sure that the device from which the
computer starts is enabled. Make sure that the device
is included in the UEFI Boot priority order or the Legacy Boot priority order list in the BIOS setup
utility correctly.
• Do not connect or disconnect any external device
cables other than USB while the computer power is
on; otherwise, you might damage your computer.
• When using a high power consumption external
device such as an external USB optical disk drive, use
an external device power adapter. Otherwise, the
device may not be recognized, or system shut down
may result.
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c
instructions
Note: Make sure the battery has been removed before replacing any devices.
Pull the keyboard connector slot cover upward as shown by arrow ,
detach the keyboard cable from the keyboard connector in the direction
shown by arrow .
d
c
d
c
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8
Install a new keyboard.
9
Connect the keyboard cable to the keyboard connector.
0
Press the keyboard connector slot cover downward.
A
Place the keyboard into the keyboard bezel, close the computer display.
B
Turn the computer over, reinsert and tighten the three screws.
C
Reinstall the battery pack.
D
Turn the computer over again.
E
Connect the AC power adapter and the cables to the computer.