Read the safety notices and important tips in the
included manuals before using your computer.
Notes
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Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first.
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Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows
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8.1. If you are
using another Windows operating system, 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
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described in this user guide.
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Contents
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer..................................................................................... 1
Top view
Left-side view
Bottom view
Rear view
Keyboard dock top view
Keyboard dock left-side view
Keyboard dock right-side view
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1........................................................................................ 12
Configuring the operating system for the first time
Operating system interfaces
The charms
Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down
Touch screen operation
Connecting to a wireless network
Help and support
Chapter 3. Recovery system .......................................................................................................... 22
Note: For details, see “Touch screen operation” on page 16.
Use the camera for video communication or taking photos.
Connects to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio
signals.
Functions as the visual display as well as touchpad input.
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Screen orientation
You can rotate the display panel to your preferred orientation.
The orientation of the display automatically changes (alternating between portrait and
landscape modes) depending on how you hold it.
Windows 8.1 comes with two main User Interfaces: the Start screen and the desktop.
To switch from the Start screen to the desktop, do one of the following:
• Select the desktop tile on the Start screen.
• Press the Windows key + D (located on the keyboard).
To switch from the desktop to the Start screen, do one of the following:
• Select Start from the charms.
• Move the cursor to the lower-left corner, then select the Start button.
Charms are navigation buttons that let you control your Windows® 8.1 experience.
Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings. The Charms Bar is the menu that
contains the charms.
The five charms provide new and faster ways to perform many basic tasks, and are always
available regardless of which app you are currently in.
To display the charms, do one of the following:
• Move the pointer to the upper-right or lower-right corner until the charms bar is displayed.
• Use one finger to swipe in from the right edge of the screen until the charms bar is displayed.
• Press the Windows key + C (located on the keyboard).
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 enables you to 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 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 enables you to 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
using the desktop screen.
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Putting the computer to sleep or shutting it down - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
When you have finished 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 briefly, 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:
• Press the Power button.
• Open the charms, and then select Settings Power Sleep.
To wake the computer, do one of the following:
• Press any key on the keyboard.
• Press the Power button.
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 one of the following:
• Open the charms, and then select Settings Power Shut down.
• Press and hold or right-click the Start button in the lower-left corner and select Shut down or
The display panel can accept inputs like a tablet, using the multi-touch screen, or like a
traditional notebook computer, using the keyboard and touchpad.
Multi-touch gestures
You can touch the screen with one or more fingertips to perform a variety of tasks.
Frequently used gesturesTasks performed
Tap
Tap once on an item.
Performs an action, such as starting an app,
opening a link, or performing a command.
Similar to left-clicking with a mouse.
Press and hold
Press your finger down and leave it there for a
moment.
Enables you to see detailed information
before selecting an action. Can also open a
menu with more options. Similar to rightclicking with a mouse.
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Frequently used gesturesTasks performed
Zoom
Move two fingers together or apart while
touching the screen.
Rotate
Place two or more fingers on an item and then
turn your hand.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8.1
Zooms in and out on visual apps, such as
pictures and maps. Can also jump to the
beginning or end of a list.
Rotates an object (Note: Not all items can be
rotated, depending upon the app.).
Slide
Drag your finger across the screen.
Pans or scrolls through lists and pages. Can
also move an object or be used to draw or
write, depending upon the app. Similar to
pressing and holding to pan and to
scrolling with a mouse.
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(continued)
Frequently used gesturesTasks performed
Swipe
Start from any edge of the screen, then swipe
inwards toward the center.
Swiping down from the top edge or up
from the bottom edge displays a task bar on
the bottom of the screen with app
commands, including save, edit, and delete.
If you have an app currently open, you can
also:
• Swipe from the top edge to halfway
down the screen without lifting your
finger to dock that app on the left or
right side of the screen. This enables you
to keep two apps open simultaneously
in a split-screen format.
• Swipe from the top edge straight down
to the bottom edge of the screen
continuously without lifting your finger
to close the currently open app.
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Frequently used gesturesTasks performed
Swiping in from the left edge can:
• Bring in and open an app currently
running in the background.
If there is more than one currently open
app, you can:
• Swipe in from the left to bring in an app
and, without lifting your finger, push
that app quickly back off the left edge of
the screen. This displays a list of the
apps currently running in the
background.
Swiping in from the right edge of the screen
displays the charms.
To confirm that Airplane mode is disabled, go to the desktop and check the notification area.
If you see the icon displayed on the lower right, then Airplane mode is on. Otherwise,
wireless function is enabled.
Note: Airplane mode is disabled by default.
If Airplane mode is on, do one of the following to enable the wireless function:
•Press Fn + Backspace to disable Airplane mode (located on the keyboard).
• Open the charms, select Settings to open the Network configuration page, and then
toggle the Airplane mode switch to Off.
Connecting to a wireless network
After wireless has been enabled, the computer will scan for available wireless networks and
display them in the wireless network list. To connect to a wireless network, click the 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.
If you have any problems using the operating system, see the Windows Help and Support file.
To open the Windows Help and Support file, do one of the following:
• Select the Settings charm. Select Help.
You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer. You can also get online help
and support by clicking the link 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 about
new features of Windows 8.1.
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Chapter 3. Recovery system
Introduction
Push-button reset is a built-in recovery tool that enables users to restore their operating system
to its original state. This preserves their data and important customizations, without the need to
back up their data in advance.
The following Push-button reset features are available to users from multiple locations within
Win dow s:
Refreshing the computer
Fixes software problems by reinstalling the factory default configuration. This preserves the
user’s data, important settings, and any Windows Store apps previously purchased from the
Windows Store.
Resetting the computer
Prepares the computer for recycling or transfer of ownership. This reinstalls the factory default
configuration and returns all user data and applications to the state of their original Out-of-Box
Experience (OOBE).
Using Push-button reset
Push-button reset can be launched using one of the following methods:
• Power button + Volume up button:
- Shut down the computer and wait at least five seconds.
- Press and hold the volume up button and then press the Power button, until the Novo
Menu appears on the screen.
• Windows PC settings:
- Windows PC settings Update and recoveryRecovery Advanced startup select Restart now.
For more instructions, see the Windows Help and Support file on your computer.
When I purchased my computer, it included a copy of Windows. How can I determine whether the
copy of Windows is preinstalled by Lenovo?
On the outside of the sales package of your computer, you should find a label containing
configuration information for your computer. Check the printed string next to OS. If it contains
Windows or WIN, the copy of Windows was preinstalled by Lenovo.
What is the Recovery Partition?
If your computer is preinstalled with any version of Windows 8 (8.1), the storage device of your
computer contains a Recovery Partition. This partition contains the image file of the preinstalled
Windows operating system. In cases of system failure, you can use the Lenovo OneKey
Recovery system or the Windows Reset feature to restore the operating system to its factory
status.
Note: The Recovery Partition is not assigned a drive letter and cannot be accessed through Windows File
Explorer.
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I uninstalled a preinstalled software, but there is no significant increase in the free drive space.
The copy of Windows running on your computer may be WIMBoot-enabled. For computers
with WIMBoot-enabled Windows, the majority of files needed for preinstalled software are
installed on the Recovery Partition and won’t be deleted through normal uninstallation.
What happens if I attempt to delete or modify the Recovery Partition?
Attention:
• Do not delete or modify the Recovery Partition on a WIMBoot-enabled computer.
If the Recovery Partition is deleted or modified, you may not be able to restore Windows to the
factory status. For computer models on which WIMBoot is enabled, deleting the Recovery
Partition may cause Windows to fail to start.
How can I determine whether the Windows running on my computer is WIMBoot enabled?
WIMBoot technology is normally enabled on copies of Windows 8.1 Update running on SSD (or
eMMC) -only computer models. To check your computer,
1 On the charms bar, click the Search charm.
2 Make sure Settings or Everywhere is selected as the search scope and type Disk
Management in the search box.
3 Click the search result and the Disk Management program starts.
If Wim Boot is labeled on the Windows partition (as illustrated), WIMBoot is enabled on your
copy of Windows.
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 precautions during use.
Where can I find the hardware specifications for my computer?
You can find hardware specifications for your computer on the printed flyers which came with
your computer.
Where can I find warranty information?
For detailed warranty information on this machine, please visit below website to check out:
support.lenovo.com/warrantystatus
Drivers
Where can I find drivers for the various hardware devices of my computer?
You can download the latest device drivers from the Lenovo consumer support website.
Getting help
.
How can I contact the customer support center?
See “Chapter 3. Getting help and service” in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide.
If you do not find your problem here, see Chapter 1. The following section only describes
problems that might negate the need to refer to the more comprehensive information in
Chapter 1.
Display problems
When I turn on the
computer, nothing appears
on the screen.
• 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 and hold the Power
button for about three seconds for confirmation.
- Press and hold the Power button for about ten seconds to
force shut down the computer. Then press the Power button
for about three seconds to restart.
• If these items are set correctly and the screen remains blank,
have the computer serviced.
The screen goes blank
while the computer is on.
• Your power management is enabled. Do one of the following
to resume from sleep mode:
- Press any key on the keyboard.
-Press the Power button.
Sleep problems
The critical low-battery
error message appears,
and the computer
immediately turns off.
The computer enters sleep
mode immediately after
Power-on.
Note: If the battery is charged and the temperature is within range, do the following:
$ Press the Power button for about three seconds to turn on the computer.
% Press and hold the Power button for about ten seconds to force shut down.
& Press the Power button for about three seconds again to restart. Then reset the computer with the
Push-button reset recovery system.
If the problem persists, have the computer serviced.
• The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC power
adapter to the computer.
• Make sure that:
- The battery is charged.
- The operating temperature is within the acceptable range.
See “Chapter 2. Use and care Information” in the Lenovo
Safety and General Information Guide.
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The computer does not
return from sleep mode
and the computer does not
work.
• If the computer does not return from sleep mode, it might be
because the battery is depleted.
• If your computer is in sleep mode, connect the AC power
adapter to the computer. Then press the Power button.
• If your computer is powered-off, connect the AC power
adapter to the computer. Then press the Power button to
resume operation.
Note: If the system still does not return from sleep mode, your system has stopped responding, and you
cannot turn off the computer; force shut down the computer (Unsaved data may be lost). To force shut
down the computer, press and hold the Power button for about ten seconds or more. If the computer
still does not turn off, remove the AC power adapter.
Display panel problems
The screen is blank.• Do the following:
- If you are using the AC power adapter or the battery, press
Fn + (located on the keyboard) to make the screen
brighter.
- Press the Power button to confirm if the computer is in
sleep mode.
- If the problem persists, follow the solution in the next
problem “The screen is unreadable or distorted.”
The screen is unreadable
or distorted.
Incorrect characters
appear on the screen.
• Make sure that the screen resolution and color quality are
correctly set.
• Is the operating system or programs installed correctly?
If they are installed and configured correctly, do the
following:
$ Press the Power button for about three seconds to turn on
the computer.
% Press and hold the Power button for about ten seconds to
force shut down.
& Press the Power button for about three seconds again to
restart. Then reset the computer with the Push-button reset recovery system.
If the problem persists, have the computer serviced.
Sound problems
No sound can be heard
from the speakers even
when the volume is turned
up.
• Make sure that:
- The Mute function is off.
- The combo audio jack is not being used.
- Speakers are selected as the playback device.
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Battery problems
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting
Your computer shuts down
before the battery status
icon shows it is empty.
-orYour computer operates
after the battery status
icon shows it is empty.
A startup problem
The Microsoft® Windows
operating system does not
start.
Recovery System problems
Failure to restore system
partition to factory default.
Other problems
Your computer does not
respond.
• Recharge the battery.
• For details, see “Recovery system” on page 22.
• The system partition (e.g. the partition size or the drive
capacity of C) has been modified.
• To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power button
for about ten seconds or more. If the computer still does not
respond, remove the AC power adapter.
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other countries, or both.
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countries, or both.
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FCC Warning:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The exposure standard for wireless devices employs a unit of measurement known as the
Specific Absorption Rate(SAR). The SAR limit set by the FCC is
1.ϲW/Kg W/kg. The highest
SAR level measured for this device is less than SAR limit, so this device meets the FCC
Requirement.
- English:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
- French:
Le présentappareilestconforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitationestautorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareildoit accepter tout brouillageradioélectriquesubi, mêmesi le
brouillageest susceptible d'encompromettre le fonctionnement.