Lenovo ideapad 300S-11IBR Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
Notes • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • This manual does not include Windows operating system information, you can visit http://support.lenovo.com for further detailed information. • The features described in this guide are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer or your computer may include features that are not described in this user guide.
Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ......................................... 1 Top view ..................................................................................................................... 1 Left-side view ............................................................................................................ 5 Right-side view .......................................................................................................... 8 Bottom view .........................
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ba e c d Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally. Attention: • When closing the display panel, be careful not to leave pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the keyboard. Otherwise, the display panel may be damaged.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Use the camera for video communication. a Integrated camera (on select models) b Built-in microphones c Display d Touch pad Capture sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or audio recording. The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant visual output. The touch pad functions as a conventional mouse.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the keyboard Hotkeys You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate hotkeys. : Mutes/unmutes the sound. : Enables/disables Airplane mode. : Decreases the volume level. : Displays all currently active apps. : Increases the volume level. : Turns on/off the backlight of the LCD screen. : Closes the currently active window. : Toggles the display between the computer and an external device.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Function key combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn a; then press one of the function keys b. a b The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + PgUp: Activates the Home function. Fn + PgDn: 4 Activates the End function.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-side view -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- a b a Kensington slot c d e Attach a security lock (not supplied) here to help protect your computer from theft and unauthorized use. You can attach a security lock to your computer to help prevent it from being removed without your permission.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting USB devices You can connect a USB device to your computer by inserting its USB plug (Type A) into the USB port on your computer. The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver has been installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using memory cards (not supplied) Your computer supports the following types of memory cards: • Secure Digital (SD) card • Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) card • SD eXtended Capacity (SDXC) card • MultiMediaCard (MMC) Notes: • Insert only one card in the slot at a time. • This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth, etc.). Inserting a memory card Insert the memory card until it touches the bottom of the slot.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Right-side view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- a b c d e f a Battery status indicator b Power button and power status indicator Indicator Battery status indicator Press this button to turn on the computer. Indicator status Meaning On (solid white) The battery has more than 20% charge. Solid amber The battery has between 5% and 20% charge. Fast blinking amber The battery has less than 5% charge.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer c Novo button When the computer is off, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu. d USB port Connects to USB devices. Notes: • If the battery charge is more than 20%, the USB port with a mark supports charging of an external USB device, even when the computer is turned off. • The blue port supports USB 3.0. • For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 6.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting network cables To insert a network cable, do the following: 1 Hold one connector of the network cable to press the RJ-45 cover down gently a. 2 Insert the connector into the RJ-45 port b. a b Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Bottom view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ a a Speakers Provide audio output.
Chapter 2. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system The Lenovo OneKey Recovery system is software designed to back up and restore your computer. You can use it to restore the system partition to its original status in case of a system failure. You can also create user backups for easy restoration as required. Notes: • If your computer is preinstalled with a GNU/Linux operating system, OneKey Recovery system is not available.
Chapter 2. Lenovo OneKey Recovery system Restoring You can choose to restore the system partition to its original status or to a previously created back-up point. To restore the system partition: 1 In Windows, press the Novo button or double-click OneKey Recovery icon to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery system. 2 Click System Recovery. The computer will restart to the recovery environment.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions ----------------------------------------------------------This section lists frequently asked questions by category. Finding information What safety precautions should I follow when using my computer? Read and follow all safety precautions included in Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Note: To view Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide, select the User Manuals icon on the desktop.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting 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.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting If Compact is labeled on the Windows partition, Compact is enabled on your copy of Windows. Where can I find drivers for the various hardware devices of my computer? If your computer is preinstalled with a Windows operating system, first check the installation program on the C partition of your hard disk. If you cannot find the drivers for all the hardware devices that you need there, download the drivers from the Lenovo consumer support website.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting BIOS setup utility What is the BIOS setup utility? The BIOS setup utility is ROM-based software. It communicates basic computer information and provides options for setting boot devices, security, hardware mode, and other preferences. How can I start the BIOS setup utility? To start the BIOS setup utility: 1 Shut down the computer. 2 Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------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 the Power button again for confirmation.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting The computer does not return from sleep mode and the computer does not work. • If your computer is in sleep mode, connect the AC power adapter to the computer, then press the Windows button or the Power button. • If the system still does not return from sleep mode, your system has stopped responding, and you cannot turn off the computer; reset the computer. Unsaved data may be lost. To reset the computer, press and hold the Power button for eight seconds or more.
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting Battery problems Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty. -or- Your computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. • Recharge the battery. Other problems 20 Your computer does not respond. • To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power button for eight seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC power adapter.
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