Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer...1 Top view ...1 Left-side view ...3 Right-side view...4 Bottom view ...5 Chapter 2. Learning the basics...7 First use...7 Using AC adapter and battery ...9 Using the touchpad...11 Using the keyboard...12 Connecting external devices...14 Special keys and buttons...16 System status indicators...17 Securing your computer...18...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Computer display System status indicators Power button OneKey Rescue system button Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 27. Touchpad Note: For details, see “Using the touchpad” on page 11. The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant visual output.
Left-side view AC power adapter jack Note: For details, see “Using AC adapter and battery” on page 9 VGA port USB port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device” on page 15. Fan louvers Note: Make sure that none of the fan louvers are blocked or else overheating of the computer may occur.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view Headphone jack Attention: • Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearing. Microphone jack Integrated wireless device switch (Select models only) HDMI port USB port Note: For details, see “Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device”...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Battery latch - spring loaded Battery pack Battery latch - manual SIM card slot (Select models only) Notes: In order to be able to insert a SIM card into this slot, you must first disconnect the AC •...
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Putting your computer into sleep state or shutting it down When you finish working with your computer, you can put it into sleep state or shut it down. Putting your computer into sleep state If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the computer into sleep state.
Using AC adapter and battery Checking battery status You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by checking the battery icon in the notification area. Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will last.
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If you are not going to use the computer for an extended period of time, or if you need to send your computer to Lenovo for service, etc. remove the battery pack from the computer. Before removing the battery pack, make sure the computer has been shut down.
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Using the keyboard Your computer has function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Function key combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn function keys - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ;...
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The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Esc: Fn + F1: Fn + F2: Fn + F3: Fn + F5: Fn + F6: Fn + F7: Fn + F8: Fn + F9: Fn + F10: Fn + F11: Fn + PrtSc: Fn + Pause: Fn + Delete:...
Chapter 2. Learning the basics Connecting external devices Your computer has a wide range of built-in features and connection capabilities. Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) card • Secure Digital PRO (SD PRO) •...
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Connecting a universal serial bus (USB) device Your computer comes with three USB ports compatible with USB devices. Note: When using a high power consumption USB device such as USB ODD, use the external device’s power adapter. Otherwise, the device may not be recognized, and system shut down may result.
• When the computer is powered-off, press this button to enter the OneKey Rescue system if Lenovo OneKey Rescue system has been preinstalled. • In Windows operating system, press this button to start Lenovo OneKey Recovery. Note: For details, see “OneKey Rescue system” on page 27.
• You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo offers no comment judgement or warranty regarding the function, quality or performance of locking devices and security features. Using VeriFace™ VeriFace is a face recognition software which takes a digital snapshot, extracts key features of your face, and creates a digital map that becomes the system’s “password”.
For details about how to set the password, see the Help to the right of the screen in BIOS setup utility. Note: To enter BIOS setup utility, press F2 when the Lenovo logo appears on the screen while the computer is starting up.
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet As a global network, the Internet connects computers worldwide, providing services such as e-mailing, information searching, electronic commerce, Web browsing and entertainment. You can connect the computer to the Internet in the following ways: Wired connection: use physical wiring to connect.
Hardware connection: Cable TV cable Splitter * Cable modem * * Not supplied. Note: The above diagrams are for reference only. Actual connection method may vary. Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.
Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Wireless connection Wireless connections provide mobile access to the Internet, allowing you to stay online anywhere the wireless signal covers. Divided by the signal scales, wireless connection to the Internet can be built based on the following standards. Wi-Fi WiMAX Mobile Broadband...
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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Using Wi-Fi/WiMAX (Select models only) Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless communications, do the following: 1 Slide the integrated wireless device switch from 2 Press Fn + F5 to make configuration. Hardware connection Wi-Fi/WiMAX network Access point * * Not supplied Software configuration...
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Notes: Various standards are in use by mobile operators to provide Mobile Broadband services. • The Lenovo Mobile Broadband module may support one or more of the following standards: GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) TD-SCDMA (Time Division-Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access)
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Inserting the SIM card To insert the SIM card: 1 Turn off the computer; then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display and turn it over. 3 Remove the battery. 4 Insert the SIM card in the card slot until it clicks into place as shown in the illustration.
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Chapter 3. Connecting to the Internet Removing the SIM card To remove the SIM card: 1 Turn off the computer, then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display and turn it over. 3 Remove the battery.
OneKey Rescue system Introduction The Lenovo OneKey Rescue system is an easy-to-use application that can be used to back up the data on your system partition (C drive) for easy restore when required. You can run Lenovo OneKey Recovery under the Windows operating system, and the OneKey Rescue system without starting the Windows operating system.
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Chapter 4. OneKey Rescue system Using Lenovo OneKey Rescue system (without Windows operating system) In the event that the operating system cannot be loaded, follow the steps below to access OneKey Rescue system. • Shut down your computer. • Press the key to launch OneKey Rescue system.
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the battery Note: Use only the battery provided by Lenovo. Any other battery could ignite or explode. To replace the battery, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer, or enter hibernation mode. Disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer.
Replacing the hard disk drive You can increase the storage capacity of your computer by replacing the hard disk drive with one of greater capacity. You can purchase a new hard disk drive from your reseller or Lenovo marketing representative. Notes: •...
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To replace the hard disk drive, do the following: 1 Turn off the computer; then disconnect the AC adapter and all cables from the computer. 2 Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. 3 Remove the battery pack. 4 Remove the keyboard.
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Appendix A. CRU instructions 5 Remove the base cover. a.Remove the screws that secure the base cover b.Remove the base cover...
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6 Remove the frame fixing screws. 7 Release the cables from the cable guides of the hard disk drive frame and pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow 8 Take out the hard disk drive secured in the hard disk drive bay. 9 Remove the screws and detach the metal frame from the hard disk drive.
Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a double-data-rate three synchronous dynamic random access memory (DDR3 SDRAM)-available as an option-in the memory slot of your computer. DDR3 SDRAMs are available in various capacities. Note: Use only the memory types supported by your computer.
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Appendix A. CRU instructions b.Remove the keyboard 6 Remove the base cover. a.Remove the screws that secure the base cover...
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Appendix A. CRU instructions b.Remove the base cover 7 If two SO-DIMMs are already installed in the memory slot, remove one of them to make room for the new one by pressing out on the latches on both edges of the socket at the same time. Be sure to save the old SO-DIMM for future use.
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8 Insert the notched end of the DIMM into the socket. Press the DIMM firmly, and pivot it until it snaps into place. Make sure that it is firmly fixed in the slot and does not move easily. 9 Reinstall the base cover and the keyboard. 0 Reinstall the battery.
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Appendix A. CRU instructions The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer, and informs you of where to find replacement instructions. AC adapter Power cord for AC adapter Battery Bottom access doors Hard disk drive Memory Optical drive Setup Poster...
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Index AC adapter Using Battery Charging Bluetooth Connecting Camera Function key combinations Keyboard Using Meomory card reader Microphone Built-in OneKey Rescue System button Password Using Security SIM card Touchpad USB port VeriFace Using...
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