Lenovo ideapad 720S-14IKB User Guide Read the the safety safetynotices noticesand andimportant importanttips tipsininthe the Read included manuals before using your computer. included manuals before using your computer.
Notes • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • The latest electronic compliance and environmental information are available from the Lenovo compliance information Web sites. ‐ To view compliance information go to: http://www.lenovo.com/compliance. ‐ To download environmental information go to: http://www.lenovo.com/ecodeclaration. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows® 10.
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 ------------------------------------------------------------------------a b c d h g f e Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally. Attention: • Do not open the display panel beyond 170 degrees. 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 a Integrated camera b Computer display The LCD display with LED backlight provides brilliant Use the camera for video communication. visual output. c Wireless LAN antennas Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio signals. d Ventilation slots Dissipate internal heat. Note: Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked, or else overheating of the computer may occur.
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. Enables/disables camera. Increases the volume level. Locks/unlocks the LCD screen. Enables/disables microphone. Enables the external projector or dangles the external display. Refreshes page. Decreases display brightness. Enables/disables the touch pad.
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 + Space (on select Adjusts the keyboard backlight (on brighter models): off).
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-side view --------------------------------------------------------------- ab c a AC power adapter jack b Battery/Charging status indicator AC power adapter status d ef Connects to the AC power adapter. Indicator status Meaning Off The computer is in sleep mode or turned off; The battery has more than 20% charge. Disconnected Solid amber The battery has between 5% and 20% charge. Fast blinking amber The battery has between 1% and 5% charge.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer c Connects to USB devices. USB 3.0 port Note: For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 7. d Combo audio jack Connects to headsets. Notes: • The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones. • The recording function may not be supported if third‐party headphones or headsets are connected, due to different industry standards.
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 Right-side view ------------------------------------------------------------ a a b c d Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here. Note: For details, see “Using memory cards (not supplied)” on page 9. b Type-C port c USB 3.0 port Type‐C port supports: • USB 3.0 • Native display port 1.2 video output • VGA/HDMI output using Type‐C VGA/HDMI adapter (sold separately) Connects to USB devices.
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 Bottom view ------------------------------------------------------------------ b a Ventilation slots a b Dissipate internal heat. Note: Make sure that none of the ventilation slots are blocked, or else overheating of the computer may occur. b 10 Speakers Provide audio output.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 Configuring the operating system for the first time ------------------------------------------------------------------------You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 The power button is on the Start menu, click it you can choose to shut down or restart the computer, or put the computer into sleep mode. Through the Start menu, you can locate all the installed apps or view the frequently used apps.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 The ACTION CENTER Select the ACTION CENTER icon CENTER is displayed. on the taskbar and the ACTION From the ACTION CENTER, you can examine important notifications from Windows and your apps. Moreover, you can change common settings quickly. Task View in taskbar In Windows 10, you can add a new desktop and switch between different desktops. To add a new desktop, do the following: • Click the Task View icon in the taskbar area.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 • Click New desktop. To switch between desktops, click the Task View icon desired desktop.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 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 for only a short time, put the computer to sleep. When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it to resume use, bypassing the startup process.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 Shutting down the computer If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down. To shut down your computer, do one of the following: • Move the cursor to the lower‐left corner, and then select the Start button. Select Power Shut down. • Right‐click the Start button in the lower‐left corner and select Shut down or sign out Shut down.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 Connecting to a wireless network --------------------------Enabling wireless connection To enable wireless functions, do one of the following: • Click the ACTION CENTER icon deselect Airplane mode. • Press in the notification area, and then to disable airplane mode. • Click Settings Network & Internet Airplane mode to open the network configuration page. Then toggle the airplane mode switch to Off.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 Get help from Windows ---------------------------------------------If you have a problem with the operating system, see the Windows Get Started app. To open it, do the following: • Move the cursor to the lower‐left corner, and then select the Start button. Select Get Started from All apps.
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 Windows: Refreshing the computer Fixes software problems by reinstalling the factory default configuration.
Chapter 3. Recovery system 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. I uninstalled a preinstalled software, but there is no significant increase in the free drive space.
Chapter 3. Recovery system If Wim Boot is labeled on the Windows partition (as illustrated), Compact technology 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 4. Troubleshooting Frequently asked questions -------------------------------------------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 the precautions when using your computer.
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting BIOS setup utility What is the BIOS setup utility? The BIOS setup utility is ROM‐based software. It displays 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. How can I change the boot mode? There are two boot modes: UEFI and Legacy Support.
Chapter 4. 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 key again for confirmation. • If these items are set correctly, and the screen remains blank, have the computer serviced.
Chapter 4. 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 key. • 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 key for eight seconds or more.
Chapter 4. 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 26 Your computer does not respond. • To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power key for eight seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC power adapter.
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