Lenovo U110 User Manual
Lenovo
User Guide
V1.0
IdeaPad U110
User Guide
V1.0
Note
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the following:
• Safety and Warranty Guide included in the package with this publication.
• Appendix D. Notices on page 98.
• Regulatory Notice included in the package with this publication.
• OneKey Recovery User Guide included in the package with this publication.
First Edition (January 2008)
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Explanation of Hard Disk Capacity
Dear user,
While using your computer, you may discover that the nominal hard
disk capacity indicated is somewhat different from the disk capacity
displayed by the operating system. For example, a nominal 40GB hard
disk will appear as less than 40GB in the operating system. This
discrepancy is not an error in hard disk installation nor any other
problem, but a normal phenomenon of computers. This phenomenon is
primarily due to the following reasons:
I. Different standards used by the manufacturer and operating
system when calculating hard disk capacity
Hard disk manufacturers use a radix of 1000, i.e. 1G = 1,000MB, 1MB =
1,000KB, 1KB = 1,000 bytes. However, when identifying hard disk capacity,
operating systems use a radix of 1024, i.e. 1GB = 1,024MB, 1MB = 1,024KB,
1KB = 1,024 bytes. The standard adopted by your computer is that of the
hard disk manufacturers. Since the standards adopted by the hard disk
manufacturer and operating system are different, the hard disk capacity
displayed by the operating system will be different from the nominal hard
disk capacity.
For example, if the hard disk is nominally X G, even when it is completely
empty, the capacity displayed by the operating system will be:
X × 1000 × 1000 × 1000/ (1024 × 1024 × 1024) ≈ X × 0.931 G
If a portion of the hard disk space has been used for some specific purpose,
then the capacity indicated by the operating system will be even less than
X × 0.931 G.
II. A portion of the hard disk space is used for specific purposes
Lenovo computers come with preinstalled OneKey Recovery software, so
the hard disk has a special portion partitioned before delivery, which is
used to store hard disk mirror and OneKey Recovery program files. The
size of the reserved space for this partition varies according to the model,
operating system and software of the computer. For the sake of safety, this
partition is not evident, which is commonly referred to as a “hidden
partition”. It is invisible in the operating system and this portion of disk
space is not included when displaying hard disk capacity.
In addition, after the hard disk is partitioned or formatted, the system will
assign a certain amount of hard disk space for the system files.
For the above reasons, the available hard disk space indicated by the
operating system is always less than the computer’s nominal hard disk
capacity.
Contents
Read This First ............................ iii
Chapter 1. Getting to Know
Your Computer ............................. 1
Top View .......................................1
Left-side View ...............................3
Right-side View ............................5
Bottom View..................................7
Front View.....................................9
Chapter 2. Using
Your Computer ........................... 10
Putting your computer to
Sleep or Shutting It Down.........10
Adjusting the display.................11
Using the Touch Pad..................12
Using the Keyboard ...................13
Special keys and buttons ...........16
System status indicators ............18
Using the external
optical drive ................................ 20
Using memory cards.................. 22
Using the Shuttle Center ...........23
Using the Integrated Camera....26
Using the Internet.......................28
Securing your computer............31
Using battery and
AC adapter ..................................41
Chapter 3. Using external
devices.........................................46
Connecting a Universal
Serial Bus (USB) device..............46
Connecting an IEEE
1394 device ..................................48
Connecting a PC card device ....49
Connecting an external
display..........................................51
Connecting a headphone and
audio device ................................52
Connecting an external
microphone..................................54
Connecting a Bluetooth
device ...........................................55
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting ....... 56
Frequently Asked Questions ....56
Troubleshooting..........................58
Chapter 5. Getting Help and
Service .........................................69
Getting Help and Service ..........69
Getting Help on the Web...........70
Calling the Customer Support
Center ...........................................70
Getting Help around
the World .....................................73
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Chapter 6. Safety, Use, and
Care Information......................... 74
Caring Your Computer ............. 74
Accessibility and Comfort ........ 81
Maintenance................................ 84
Appendix A. Warranty
Information.................................. 88
Warranty Information ............... 88
Lenovo Warranty Service
Telephone Numbers .................. 91
Appendix B. Customer
Replaceable Units (CRUs) ......... 93
Appendix C. Features and
Specifications............................. 94
Features ....................................... 94
Specifications .............................. 96
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Appendix D. Notices ...................98
Notices ......................................... 98
Wireless related information
Electronic Emissions Notices
WEEE and Recycling
Statements ................................. 107
EU WEEE Statements .............. 108
Japan Recycling Statements.... 109
Notice for Users in
the U.S.A....................................111
Notice on Deleting Data from
Your Hard Disk ........................111
Trademarks ............................... 112
Index...........................................113
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Read This First
When your computer is turned on or the battery is
charging, the base, the palm rest, and some other
parts may become hot. Avoid keeping your hands,
your lap, or any other part of your body in contact
with a hot section of the computer for any
extended length of time. When you use the
keyboard, avoid keeping your palms on the palm
rest for a prolonged period of time.
Your computer generates some heat during
normal operation. The amount of heat depends on
the amount of system activity and the battery
charge level. Extended contact with your body,
even through clothing, could cause discomfort or
even a skin burn. Periodically take breaks from
using the keyboard by lifting your hands from the
palm rest; and be careful not to use the keyboard
for any extended length of time.
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Read This First
When the AC adapter of your computer is
connected to an electrical outlet, it generates heat.
Do not place the adapter in contact with any part
of your body while using it. Never use the AC
adapter to warm your body. Extended contact
with your body, even through clothing, may cause
a skin burn.
Route the cables of an AC adapter, a mouse, a
keyboard, a printer, or any other electronic device,
or communication lines, so that they cannot be
walked on, tripped over, pinched by your
computer or other objects, or in any way subjected
to treatment that could disturb the operation of
your computer. Applying strong force to the
cables may damage or break them.
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Read This First
Before moving your computer, do one of the
following: turn it off or press Fn + F1 to put it in
sleep mode.
Before moving the computer, make sure that the
power on indicator is off. This will help to prevent
damage to the hard disk drive, and possible loss of
data.
Do not drop, bump, scratch, twist, hit, vibrate, or
push your computer, display, or external devices.
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Read This First
Do not distort, bend or extrude your liquid crystal
display.
Do not place heavy objects on your computer or
display.
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Place liquids away from your computer to avoid
spills, and keep your computer away from water
to avoid the danger of electrical shock.
Use a quality carrying case that provides adequate
cushion and protection. Do not pack your
computer in a tightly packed suitcase or bag.
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Top View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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* The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
Wireless LAN antennas
A diversity antenna system is built into the display for optimal
reception, enabling wireless communication wherever you are.
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Integrated camera ............................................................................ 26
Array Microphone (built-in)
The built-in microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice
narration, or simple audio recordings.
Computer display
LCD color display.
Speakers
Built-in stereo speakers.
System status indicators ................................................................ 18
Touch inductive panel ..................................................................... 16
Novo button...................................................................................... 17
Power button
Use the Power button to turn on the computer.
Keyboard .......................................................................................... 13
Touch pad......................................................................................... 12
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Left-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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AC power adapter jack
Connect the power adapter here to supply power to the computer and
charge the internal battery.
Note:
To prevent damage to the computer and battery pack, use the supplied
AC adapter only.
Fan louvers
The fan louvers allow hot air to exhaust from the computer.
Important:
Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables or other objects do not
block any of the fan louvers or else overheating of the computer may
occur.
Wireless device switch
Use this switch to simultaneously turn on or turn off Wireless LAN
and Bluetooth devices.
VGA port ........................................................................................... 51
USB 2.0 port ..................................................................................... 46
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Right-side View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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Security keyhole
Your computer comes with a security keyhole. You can purchase a
security cable and lock to fit this keyhole.
Note:
Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible
with this type of security keyhole.
PCI Express card (new card) slot ................................................... 50
Multi-media reader slot.................................................................... 22
Headphone/SPDIF jack (external)................................................... 52
Microphone jack (external) ............................................................. 54
IEEE 1394 connector ....................................................................... 48
USB 2.0 port ..................................................................................... 46
LAN port............................................................................................ 28
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Bottom View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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Battery latch - spring loaded
The spring-loaded battery latch keeps the battery pack secured in
place. When you insert a battery pack, this latch automatically secures
the battery in place. To remove the battery, hold this latch in the
unlocked position.
Battery latch - manual
The manual battery latch is used to keep the battery pack secured.
Move the manual battery latch to the unlocked position to insert or
remove the battery pack. Move the manual latch to the locked position
after inserting the battery pack.
Memory (RAM) compartment
The memory compartment provides expansion capabilities for
additional memory. The BIOS automatically detects the amount of
memory in the system and configures CMOS accordingly during the
Power-On Self-Test (POST) process. There is no hardware or software
(including BIOS) setup required after the memory is installed.
Note:
Only purchase expansion modules from authorized retailers of this
computer to ensure maximum compatibility and reliability.
Battery pack ..................................................................................... 41
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Front View - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
System status indicators ................................................................ 18
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Putting your computer to Sleep or Shutting It Down - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
When you finish working with your computer, you can put it to sleep or
shut it down.
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, you can quickly wake it and bypass the
startup process.
To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following.
Click Start and select Sleep from the Start menu.
Press Fn + F1.
Warning:
Wait until the power indicator light starts blinking (indicating that the
computer is in sleep) 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 the power button.
Press any key.
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Shutting Down Your computer
If you are not going to use your computer for a day or two, shut it down.
To shut down your computer, click Start and select Shut down from the
Start menu.
Adjusting the display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
After you begin working with your computer, you might need to adjust
your display to achieve its optimum performance.
Adjusting the brightness
You can increase or decrease the brightness on your display.
To adjust the brightness on your display, press Fn + up/down arrow.
Switching between wide screen and normal screen
You can change the aspect ratio on your display.
To switch between wide screen and normal mode, press Fn + F4 to open
Resolution switchover screen.
Select “1366 × 768” or “1024 × 768” to switch wide screen and normal screen.
Note:
You can also select provided resolution from the pull down menu.
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Using the Touch Pad - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
The touch pad consists of a pad and two click buttons at the bottom of
the keyboard. 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 click buttons correspond to those of
the left and right mouse buttons on a conventional mouse.
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Note:
You can also attach and use a USB mouse through the USB connector.
For details, see “Connecting a Universal Serial Bus (USB) device” on page
46.
Using the Keyboard - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in
the standard keyboard.
Numeric Keypad
The keyboard has keys that, when enabled, work as a 10-key numeric
keypad.
To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn+Insert/NmLk.
* The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
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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 the Fn key ; then press one
of the function keys .
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The following describes the features of each function key.
Fn +Esc: Turn on/off the integrated camera.
Fn +F1: Put your computer in sleep mode.
Fn +F2: Turn off the LCD screen (any subsequent operation will turn the
LCD screen back on).
Fn +F3: Shift to other connected display devices.
Fn +F4: Switch between wide screen and normal mode.
Fn +F5: Enable/disable the built-in wireless device feature.
Fn +F6: Enable/disable the touch pad.
Fn +F7: Play/pause Media Player playback.
Fn +F8: Stop Media Player playback.
Fn +F9: Skip to the previous track.
Fn +F10: Skip to the next track.
Fn +F11: F12 function.
Fn +Insert/NmLk: Enable/disable the Numeric keypad.
Fn +Delete/ScrLk: Enable/disable Scroll Lock.
Fn +P
rtSc/SysRq: System request.
Fn +Pause/Break: Pause to view the system information during start-up.
Fn +up/down arrow: Increase/decrease display brightness.
Fn +right/left arrow: Increase/decrease computer volume.
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Special keys and buttons - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Your computer has several special keys and buttons.
Touch inductive panel
To display the buttons, press the Mute or Volume key.
Open Dolby function setup screen.
Open user define utility.
Open user define utility.
Mute / unmute the sound.
Change volume.
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Novo button
The Novo button functions as OneKey Recovery key; use with caution.
Press the Novo button to enter the main interface of OneKey Recovery
while the power is off.
Attention:
When you press NOVO key to turn on the computer, please ensure that
your computer is not connected with other peripherals (such as USB
storage device, etc.), otherwise the system may not operate properly.
Once done, the system can no longer return to its previous state. All data
on the primary hard disk partition (usually drive C) will subsequently be
lost. Make sure all important files on the primary hard disk partition have
been backed up onto another hard disk or USB hard disk drive before this
operation.
For details, see OneKey Recovery User Guide.
Note:
When your computer is running Windows Vista
EnergyCut program installed, you can shift the power schemes by pressing
the Novo button.
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System status indicators - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
The system status indicators show the current status of your computer.
Your computer has system status indicators as follows:
Drive in use
Blue/Flashing Blue:Data is being read from or written to the hard disk
or optical disc drive. When this indicator is on, do
not put the computer into sleep mode or turn off
the computer.
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Num Lock
Blue: Number Lock function is activated. Number Lock function
allows some of the keyboard letters to act as numbers for easier
numeric input.
Caps Lock
Blue: The Capital Lock function is activated. The Capital Lock
function allows typing in all upper case letters (such as A, B, C).
When the Caps Lock light is off, lower case letters are entered.
Power Indicator
Blue: System is powered on.
Blinking Blue: System is in sleep mode.
OFF: System is powered off or in hibernation mode.
Battery Status Indicator
Amber*: Battery is charging.
* The color and status of the indicator varies depending on the battery
power level.
Wireless Device Indicator
Amber: Bluetooth is enabled.
Blue*: Wireless LAN is enabled and connected.
Purple: Bluetooth and Wireless LAN are both enabled.
* Depending on the wireless LAN card, these actions may differ.
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