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Lenovo IdeaPad L340 Series

User Guide

Read this first

Before using this documentation and the product it supports, ensure that you read and understand the following:

•Appendix A “Important safety information” on page 35

•Safety and Warranty Guide

•Setup Guide

First Edition (December 2018)

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Contents

About this documentation . . . . . . . .iii Chapter 1. Meet your computer . . . . . 1

Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	. . . .	.	1
Top . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 3
Bottom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Left . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . 5
Right . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Features and specifications . . . . .	.	. . . .	.	8
Statement on USB transfer rate . .	.	. . . .	.	9

Chapter 2. Get started with your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Get started with Windows 10 . . . . . . . . .	11
Windows account . . . . . . . . . . . .	11
Windows user interface . . . . . . . . . .	12
Windows label . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
Connect to networks . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
Connect to wired networks . . . . . . . .	13
Connect to Wi-Fi networks. . . . . . . . .	13
Use Lenovo Vantage . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
Interact with your computer . . . . . . . . . .	14
Hotkeys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
Use the multi-touch screen . . . . . . . .	16
Use multimedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	17
Use audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	17
Use the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . .	17
Connect to an external display . . . . . . .	17

Chapter 3. Explore your computer . .	21
Manage power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	21
Check the battery status . . . . . . . . .	21
Charge the battery . . . . . . . . . . . .	21
Check the battery temperature . . . . . . .	21
Maximize the battery life . . . . . . . . .	21
Set power button behaviors . . . . . . . .	21
Set the power plan . . . . . . . . . . . .	22
Transfer data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	22
Connect a Bluetooth-enabled device. . . . .	22
Airplane mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	22
Chapter 4. Secure your computer
and information . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Lock the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Use passwords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23

Password types . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Set administrator password . . . . . . . .	24
Change or remove administrator password . .	24
Set user password . . . . . . . . . . . .	24
Enable power-on password . . . . . . . .	25
Set hard disk password . . . . . . . . . .	25
Change or remove hard disk password . . . . 25
Use firewalls and antivirus programs. . . . . . .	26

Chapter 5. Configure advanced

settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

UEFI/BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	27
What is UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . . .	27
Start the UEFI/BIOS setup utility . . . . . .	27
Navigate in the BIOS interface . . . . . . .	27
Change the startup sequence . . . . . . .	27
Set the system date and time. . . . . . . .	28
Change hotkey mode . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Enable/Disable always-on . . . . . . . . .	28
Update UEFI BIOS . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Recovery information . . . . . . . . . . . .	28
Reset your computer . . . . . . . . . . .	29
Use advanced options . . . . . . . . . .	29
Windows automatic recovery. . . . . . . .	29
Create and use a recovery USB device . . . .	29

Chapter 6. Help and support . . . . .	31
Frequently asked questions . . . . . . . . . .	31
Self-help resources . . . . . . . . . . . . .	32
Call Lenovo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	33
Before you contact Lenovo . . . . . . . .	33
Lenovo Customer Support Center . . . . . .	33
Purchase additional services. . . . . . . . . .	34

Appendix A. Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Appendix B. Accessibility and ergonomic information . . . . . . . . 49

Appendix C. Compliance

information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Appendix D. Notices and

trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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About this documentation

•Illustrations in this documentation might look different from your product.

•Depending on the model, some optional accessories, features, and software programs might not be available on your computer.

•Depending on the version of operating systems, some user interface instructions might not be applicable to your computer.

•Documentation content is subject to change without notice. Lenovo makes constant improvements on the documentation of your computer, including this User Guide. To get the latest documentation, go to https:// support.lenovo.com.

•Microsoft® makes periodic feature changes to the Windows® operating system through Windows Update. As a result, some information in this documentation might become outdated. Refer to Microsoft resources for the latest information.

•This documentation applies to the following product models:

Model name	Machine type (MT)
Lenovo IdeaPad L340-15API	81LW
Lenovo IdeaPad L340-15API U	81LW
Lenovo IdeaPad L340E-15API U	81LW
Lenovo IdeaPad L340H-15API	81LW
Lenovo IdeaPad L340L-15API	81LW
Lenovo IdeaPad L340E-15API	81LW
Lenovo IdeaPad L340R-15API	81LW
Lenovo IdeaPad L340-15APITouch	81LX
Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17API	81LY
Lenovo IdeaPad L340H-17API	81LY
Lenovo IdeaPad L340L-17API	81LY
Lenovo IdeaPad L340E-17API	81LY
Lenovo IdeaPad L340R-17API	81LY

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Chapter 1. Meet your computer

Front

1.Camera

2.Shutter

3. Camera indicator

Take pictures or record videos by clicking Camera from the Start menu.

If you use other apps that support photographing, video chatting, and video conference, the camera starts automatically when you enable the camerarequired feature from the app.

Slide the shutter to cover or uncover the camera lens. It is designed to protect your privacy.

If the indicator is on, the camera is in use.

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4. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth antennas

5. Microphones

6. Screen

Send and receive radio waves for the wireless LAN/Bluetooth module.

Note: The antennas are not visible from outside of the computer. Capture or record sound and voice.

Displays text, graphics, and videos. Select models support multi-touch function. See “Use the multi-touch screen” on page 16.

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Top

1.	Ventilation slots	Dissipate internal heat.
2.	Touchpad	Perform finger touch and all the functions of a traditional mouse.

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Bottom

1. Ventilation slots	The ventilation slots and internal fan enable air to circulate in the computer to
	ensure proper cooling, especially the cooling of the microprocessor.
2. Speakers	Produce sound.

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Left

1. Power connector		Connect to ac power through an ac power adapter.
2.	Battery/Charging status	Indicates the ac power and battery power status of the computer.
indicator		White: connected to ac power (battery power 91%–100%)
		Amber: connected to ac power (battery power 1%–90%)
		Off: not connected to ac power
3.	Ethernet connector	Connects your computer to a local network.
4. HDMI connector		Connect to a compatible™	digital audio device or video monitor, such as an HDTV.
5. USB 3.0 connector		Connect USB-compatible devices, such as a USB keyboard, USB mouse, USB
		storage device, or USB printer.
6.	Audio connector	Connect headphones or a headset with a 3.5-mm (0.14-inch), 4-pole plug to listen
		to the sound from the computer.
		Note: The conventional microphone is not supported.
7.	USB-CTM connector*	Connects to USB-C accessories to expand computer functionality, transfer data,
		or charge your device.

Note: When the battery power is below 10%, the connected USB-C accessories might not work correctly.

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8. Novo button	When the computer is off, press this button to start the System Recovery or the
	BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu.
9. Power LED	Indicates whether the computer is on, off, or on sleep mode.

* USB-C is designed with 5V/1.5A power specifications. Ensure that the power specification of the device connected to this port is within these power limits.

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Right

	1. CD/DVD drive	Allows to perform read/write data operation in a CD/DVD.
	2. Mini security-lock slot	Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible
		security cable lock.

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Features and specifications

Dimensions

Power source

Battery pack

Microprocessor

Memory

Storage device

Display

Keyboard

Connectors and slots

•Width:

–15API models: 254.6 mm (10.02 inches)

–17API models: 284.6 mm (11.20 inches)

•Depth:

–15API models: 363 mm (14.29 inches)

–17API models: 413 mm (16.25 inches)

•Thickness:

–15API models: 22.9 mm (0.90 inches)

–17API models: 24.3 mm (0.95 inches)

•65W ac power adapter

•Sine-wave input at 50 Hz to 60 Hz

•Input rating of the ac power adapter: 100 V to 240 V ac, 50 Hz to 60 Hz

•36 Wh

•3 cells

To view the microprocessor information of your computer, right-click the Start
button and then click System		.
Double data rate 4 (DDR4) small outline dual in-line memory module (SODIMM)
• 2.5 Inch SATA SSD
• 2.5 Inch SATA HDD
•	M.2 PCIe SSD
• 9 mm SATA optical disk drive
•	Display size:
	– 15API models: 396.24 mm (15.6 inches)
	– 17API models: 439.42 mm (17.3 inches)
•	Display resolution:
	– Non-touch models: up to 1920 x 1080 pixels
	– Touch models: up to 1366 x 768 pixels
•	Function keys
•	Numeric keypad
• Six-row keyboard
•	ac power connector
•	Audio connector
•	Ethernet connector
•	Two USB 3.0
•	HDMI connector

• One USB-C connector

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Security features

Wireless features

Others

•Password

•Security-lock slot

•Bluetooth

•Wireless LAN

•Camera with privacy shutter.

•Microphones

•2 x 1.5W speakers

•Novo button

Note: The battery capacity is the typical or average capacity as measured in a specific test environment. Capacities measured in other environments may differ but are no lower than the rated capacity (see product label).

Statement on USB transfer rate

Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of the host and peripheral devices, file attributes, and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments, the actual transfer rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and will be slower than the data rate listed below for each corresponding device.

USB device	Data rate (Gbit/s)
3.1 Gen 1	5
3.1 Gen 2	10
3.2	20

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Chapter 2. Get started with your computer

Get started with Windows 10

Learn the basics of Windows 10 and start working with it right away. For more information about Windows 10, see the Windows help information.

Windows account

To use the Windows operating system, a user account is required. It can either be a Windows user account, or a Microsoft account.

Windows user account

When you start Windows for the first time, you are prompted to create a Windows user account. This first account you created is of the “Administrator” type. With an Administrator account, you can create additional user accounts or change account types by doing the following:

1.Open the Start menu and select Settings Accounts Family & other users

2.Follow the on-screen instructions.

Microsoft account

You can also log in to the Windows operating system with a Microsoft account.

To create a Microsoft account, go to the Microsoft sign-up page at https://signup.live.com/ and follow the onscreen instructions.

With a Microsoft account, you can:

•Enjoy one-time signing in if you are using other Microsoft services, such as OneDrive, Skype, and Outlook. com.

•Sync personalized settings across other Windows-based devices.

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Windows user interface

	1.	Account	Change account settings, lock the computer, or sign out from the current account.
	2.	Settings	Launch Settings.
	3.	Power	Shut down, restart, or put the computer into sleep.
	4. Start button		Open the Start menu.
	5.	Windows search	Type what you are looking for in the search box and get search results from your
			computer and the Web.
	6. Task View		Display all opened apps and switch among them.
	7.	Windows notification area	Display notifications and status of some features.
	8.	Battery status icon	Display power status and change battery or power settings. When your computer
			is not connected to ac power, the icon changes to .
	9.	Network icon	Connect to an available wireless network and display the network status. When
			connected to a wired network, the icon changes to .

	10. Action center	Display the latest notifications from apps and provide quick access to some
		features.

Open the Start menu

•Click the Start button.

•Press the Windows logo key on the keyboard.

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Access Control Panel

•Open the Start menu and click Windows System Control Panel

•Use Windows search.

Launch an app

•Open the Start menu and select the app you want to launch.

•Use Windows search.

Windows label

Your computer might have a Windows 10 Genuine Microsoft label affixed to its cover depending on the following factors:

•Your geographic location

•Edition of Windows 10 that is preinstalled

Go to https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/Hardware.aspx for illustrations of the various types of Genuine Microsoft labels.

•In the People’s Republic of China, the Genuine Microsoft label is required on all computer models preinstalled with any version of Windows 10.

•In other countries and regions, the Genuine Microsoft label is required only on computer models licensed for Windows 10 Pro.

The absence of a Genuine Microsoft label does not indicate that the preinstalled Windows version is not genuine. For details on how to tell whether your preinstalled Windows product is genuine, refer to the information provided by Microsoft at:

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/howtotell/default.aspx

There are no external, visual indicators of the Product ID or Windows version for which the computer is licensed. Instead, the Product ID is recorded in the computer firmware. Whenever a Windows 10 product is installed, the installation program checks the computer firmware for a valid, matching Product ID to complete the activation.

In some cases, an earlier Windows version might be preinstalled under the terms of the Windows 10 Pro license downgrade rights.

Connect to networks

Your computer helps you connect to the world through a wired or wireless network.

Connect to wired networks

If your computer includes an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector, you can use an Ethernet cable to connect your computer to a wired network.

Connect to Wi-Fi networks

1.Click the network icon in the Windows notification area. A list of available wireless networks is displayed.

2.Select a network to connect. Provide required information if needed.

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Use Lenovo Vantage

The preinstalled Lenovo Vantage is a customized one-stop solution to help you maintain your computer with automated updates and fixes, configure hardware settings, and get personalized support.

Access Lenovo Vantage

Open the Start menu and click Lenovo Vantage You also can type Lenovo Vantage in the search box.

To download the latest version of Lenovo Vantage, go to Microsoft Store and search by the app name.

Key features

Lenovo Vantage makes periodic updates of the features to keep improving your experience with your computer.

Note: The available features vary depending on the computer model.

•System Update

Download and install firmware and driver updates to keep your computer up-to-date. You can configure the options to install updates automatically when available.

•Hardware Settings

Configure intelligent settings of the following hardware to make your computer smarter to use:

–Battery

–Camera

–Computer display

–Keyboard

–Microphone

–Speakers

–Touchpad

•Health & Support

Monitor your computer health and get personalized support of your computer. You can:

–Scan the computer hardware and diagnose the hardware problems.

–Look up computer warranty status (online).

–Access User Guide.

•Security Advisor

Protect your computer from malicious Wi-Fi networks.

Interact with your computer

Your computer provides you various ways to navigate the screen.

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Hotkeys

Some keys on the keyboard are printed with icons. These keys are called hotkeys and can be pressed alone or in combination with the Fn key to access certain Windows functions or settings quickly. The functions of hotkeys are symbolized by the icons printed on them.

Hotkey	Function
	Mute/Unmute the sound.
	Decrease system volume.
	Increase system volume.
	Enable/Disable the integrated microphone.
	Refresh page.
	Enable/Disable the touchpad.
	Turn on/off airplane mode.
	Enable/Disable the integrated camera.
	Lock/Unlock the LCD screen.
	Enable the external projector or dangle the external display.
	Decrease display brightness.
	Increase display brightness.

Hotkey mode

Some hotkeys share keys with functions keys (F1 to F12). The hotkey mode is a UEFI/BIOS setting that changes how hotkeys (or function keys) are used.

Hotkey mode setting	How to use hotkeys	How to use function keys
Disabled	Hold down the Fn key and press	Press the function keys directly.
	one of the hotkeys.
Enabled	Press the hotkeys directly.	Hold down the Fn key and press
		one of the function keys.

Note: Hotkeys that do not share keys with function keys are not affected by the hotkey mode setting. They should always be used with the Fn key.

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Use the multi-touch screen

If your computer display supports the multi-touch function, you can navigate the screen with simple touch gestures.

Note: Some gestures might not be available depending on the app you use.

Tap once

•From the Start menu: Open an app or item.

•From the desktop: Select an app or item.

•In an open app: Perform an action such as Copy, Save, and Delete, depending on the app.

Tap and hold

Open a shortcut menu.

Drag an item to the location you want

Move an object.

Move two fingers farther apart

Zoom in.

Swipe in from the left edge

View all your open windows in task view.

Tips

• Turn off the computer before cleaning the multi-touch screen.

Tap twice quickly

Open an app or item from the desktop.

Slide

Scroll through items, such as lists, pages, and photos.

Move two fingers closer together

Zoom out.

Swipe in from the right edge

Open the action center to see your notifications and quick actions.

•Swipe downwards shortly from the top edge (for fullscreened app or when your computer is in the tablet mode)

Show a hidden title bar.

•Swipe in from the top edge to the bottom edge (when your computer is in the tablet mode)

Close the current app.

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