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Machine type: F0B2 [C20-30]
F0B3 [C20-05]
Version 1.0
2014.08
SP40G36984
Lenovo
C20 Series
User Guide

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  • Page 1 Machine type: F0B2 [C20-30] F0B3 [C20-05] Lenovo C20 Series User Guide Version 1.0 2014.08 SP40G36984...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data. Note: Pay attention to this important information. © Copyright Lenovo 2014. All rights reserved. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If data or software is delivered pursuant a General Services Administration “GSA” contract, use, reproduction,...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Safety Information Using the Computer Hardware ..........1 Front view of the computer .................2 Left and right views of the computer ............3 Rear view of the computer .................4 Computer stand ..................5 Basic connector instructions ..............5 Connecting your computer .................6 Important information about using the computer ........7 Connecting to the Internet ................8 Wired keyboard (selected models only) ............9...
  • Page 5 Using the Rescue System ............23 OneKey Recovery ..................24 Driver and Application Installation .............25 Using the Software ..............27 Lenovo Support ..................28 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ......... 29 Troubleshooting Display Problems ............30 Troubleshooting Touch screen ..............31 Troubleshooting Audio Problems ..............31 Troubleshooting Software Problems ............32...
  • Page 6: Using The Computer Hardware

    Using the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics:  Introduction to the computer hardware  Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might be different from what you see on your computer, depending on the computer model and configuration.
  • Page 7: Front View Of The Computer

    Front view of the computer Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. Built-in microphone Camera LED indicator Built-in camera User Guide...
  • Page 8: Left And Right Views Of The Computer

    Left and right views of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents may cause thermal problems. Hard disk drive indicator USB 3.0 connector Headphone connector Microphone connector USB 2.0 or 3.0 connector Memory card reader Optical drive eject button Power button...
  • Page 9: Rear View Of The Computer

    Rear view of the computer Security cable slot Power connector Ethernet connector HDMI-out connector (selected models only) USB 2.0 connectors (2) Air vents User Guide...
  • Page 10: Computer Stand

    Computer stand 15º 36º Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between 15° and 36° from the vertical. Basic connector instructions Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors described in this section.
  • Page 11: Connecting Your Computer

    Connector Description Ethernet connector Use this connector to attach the computer to an Ethernet- type local area network. HDMI connector Connects to the HDMI connector on your display or TV. (optional) Memory card reader Use to view and share digital photos, music, and videos, stored on a media card.
  • Page 12: Important Information About Using The Computer

    Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer. Hold the computer tightly when you carry it. User Guide...
  • Page 13: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you’ll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware. IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country. Your computer is designed to support a wireless (selected models only) or wired network that connects your computer to other devices.
  • Page 14: Wired Keyboard (Selected Models Only)

    Wired keyboard (selected models only) 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.
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  • Page 16: Using Windows 8.1

    Using Windows 8.1 This chapter contains the following topics:  Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces  The Charms Bar  Shutting down the computer  Switching between apps  Closing an app  Opening other system programs  Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8.1 operating system is provided by Microsoft Corporation.
  • Page 17: Switching Between The Main Windows 8.1 Interfaces

    Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces 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 Windows desktop tile on the Start Screen. • Press the Windows key + D.
  • Page 18: Switching Between Apps

    Switching between apps Sometimes you want to get back to an app you were just using, or quickly switch through your recent apps. To switch between apps: Move the cursor to the top left corner, then click to bring in the next app. (If your computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in from the left edge of the screen to bring in the next app.) Closing an app...
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  • Page 20: Touch Screen Instructions

    Touch screen instructions This chapter contains the following topics: Touch Screen Calibration  User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen  Attentions when using the Touch Screen  User Guide...
  • Page 21: Touch Screen Calibration

    The monitor is touch-sensitive thanks to its touch-sensitive screen. A touch screen is an input device just like a mouse or a keyboard, and the user’s fingers transmit position information via the touch screen to the computer. With this technology, you only need to touch the pictures or words on the computer display lightly with your finger, and the computer will react.
  • Page 22 Basic Hand Gestures 1. Single Click / Double Click For the item selected on the touch screen, with one finger touch it one or two times, to perform a single click or double click operation. This is similar to the action performed by clicking the mouse left button.
  • Page 23 3. Dragging Movement First touch your finger on the desired item on the screen and hold it there, then make a dragging movement. This is similar to the click and drag movement you can make with a mouse. 4. Rolling Movement When you move your finger one time vertically (or horizontally) on the touch screen, this is called a Rolling Operation.
  • Page 24 5. Zoom Operation Touch two fingers lightly on the desired item on the touch screen, then keeping both fingers on the screen, change the distance between them. By increasing (or decreasing) the distance, you can perform a zoom in (or zoom out) operation.
  • Page 25 Related Touch Screen Settings • Select Hardware and Sound → Pen and Touch from the Settings charm. • Select touch actions which you wish to adjust. By clicking on “Settings”, you can adjust the “Speed” and “Spatial tolerance” parameters, to match the user’s natural way of double-clicking. You can double-click on the lower right corner of the icon to test this.
  • Page 26: Precautions When Using The Touch Screen

    Precautions when using the Touch Screen 1. When using the touch screen, be careful not to tear the surface with any sharp objects. 2. To ensure normal use of the touch screen, ensure that both the screen surface and your fingers are clean and dry. 3.
  • Page 27 7. The touch screen does not function in Rescue System mode. 8. The touch screen also does not function during the startup process, in Hibernate mode and in Sleep mode or Safe mode. User Guide...
  • Page 28: Using The Rescue System

    Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics:  OneKey Recovery  Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Recovery will result in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the computer to factory default settings or to the last system backup status using OneKey Recovery.
  • Page 29: Onekey Recovery

    Note: The recovery files and relevant data used by the rescue system are saved in the service partition. If the service partition is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will not be liable for any losses arising therefrom in any way.
  • Page 30: Driver And Application Installation

    Driver and Application Installation The Driver and Application Installation function in the rescue system provides a way for the user to conveniently reinstall all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that were shipped with your Lenovo hardware. Method 1: Automatic Installation Repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System opens, then select Driver and Application Installation.
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  • Page 32: Using The Software

    Using the Software This chapter contains the following topic:  Software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features will depend on which software was shipped with the computer model you purchased. User Guide...
  • Page 33: Lenovo Support

    Lenovo Support The Lenovo Support program enables you to register your computer with Lenovo, download and view user manuals for your computer, get the warranty information of your computer, and explore help and support information. To open this program, do the following: Click the Lenovo Support icon from the Start Screen or Search Screen.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting And Confirming Setup

    Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topic:  Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution Note: The description of the TV tuner card in this manual is only applicable to machines which have the TV tuner card. It does not apply to machines that do not have a TV tuner card.
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Display Problems

    3. If the LCD screen has a LCD On/Off button, check that the LCD screen has been turned on. If still cannot solve the problem, contact Lenovo Customer Service. Problem: You need to change the display property settings. Setting display background and icon properties: 1.
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting Touch Screen

    2. Move any interfering devices away from the computer. 3. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo Service. Troubleshooting Touch screen Problem: The touch screen reacts, but not where you are touching it.
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting Software Problems

    Problem: No sound from headphones. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection — ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headphone connector. • Adjust the Windows volume control — select the speaker icon from the Settings Charm or click the arrow on taskbar to show the hidden icons in Windows desktop mode, then click the speaker icon. Ensure that the volume is turned up and the sound is not muted.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting Problems With Optical Drives And Hard Disks

    1. Check to determine if there is an optical drive icon in the resource manager of the operating system. If not, restart your computer. If there is still no icon, contact Lenovo Service. Otherwise, continue with the next step of this procedure.
  • Page 39: Special Considerations For Troubleshooting Windows

    The capacity of the hard disk as calculated using this method may be slightly different from the actual capacity due to the rounding of totals. Special considerations for troubleshooting Windows Record the following information as it may be useful later when troubleshooting system problems: The drivers for this computer model only support the Windows 8.1 system.
  • Page 40: Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks

    When do I need to change the boot mode? The default boot mode for your computer is the UEFI mode. If you need to install a legacy Windows operating system (any operating system before Windows 8.1) 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.
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  • Page 42: Appendix

    Thank you for using Lenovo products. Carefully read all documents shipped with your computer before you install and use the product for the first time. Lenovo is not responsible for any loss except when caused by installation and operations performed by Lenovo professional service personnel.
  • Page 43: Trademarks

    Trademarks Lenovo and the Lenovo logo are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Intel Inside is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
  • Page 44: Enabling Erp Compliance Mode

    For more information about ENERGY STAR, go to: http://www.energystar.gov. Lenovo encourages you to make efficient use of energy an integral part of your day-to-day operations. To help in this endeavor, Lenovo has preset the following...
  • Page 45: Electronic Emissions Notices

    • Consult an authorized dealer or service representative for help. Lenovo is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables or connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 46: Mexico Regulatory Notice

    (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible party: Lenovo (United States) Incorporated 1009 Think Place - Building One Morrisville, NC 27560 U.S.A.
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