Lenovo IdeaPad Y410p/Y510p ©Lenovo China 2013 en-US Rev. AA00 User Guide 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. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows® 8. If you are using other 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.
Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ..................................................................................... 1 Top view ......................................................................................................................................................... 1 Left-side view ................................................................................................................................................ 7 Right-side view...............................
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Top view -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Y410p b a b c d e f Note: The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product. Attention: • Do not open the display panel beyond 130 degrees. When closing the display panel, be careful not to leave pens or any other objects in between the display panel and the keyboard.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Y510p % $ % & ' ( * ) 2 a Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication. b Built-in microphone (with noise reduction) Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or audio recording. c Computer display Provides brilliant visual output. d Power button Press this button to turn on the computer. e JBL speakers Provide the audio output.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer f Touch pad The touch pad functions as a conventional mouse. One piece multi-touch ClickPad: To move the pointer on the screen, slide your fingertip over the pad in the direction in which you want the pointer to move. Left-click area: Clicking in this area corresponds to the functions of clicking the left button on a conventional mouse. Right-click area: Clicking in this area corresponds to the functions of clicking the right button on a conventional mouse.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the keyboard Your computer has a numeric keypad and function keys incorporated in its standard keyboard. Numeric keypad Y510p The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key.
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 .
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + Esc: Cancels hotkey. Fn + F1: Enters sleep mode. Fn + F2: Turns on/off the backlight of the LCD screen. Fn + F3: Opens the interface for selecting display options. Fn + F5: Enables/disables Airplane mode. Fn + F6: Enables/disables the touch pad. Fn + F9: Opens the Settings charm. Fn + F10: Opens the Search charm. Fn + F11: Displays current apps. Fn + F12: Displays all apps.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Left-side view ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Y410p a b c a b c d e f g Y510p d e f g a Novo button When the computer is off or in hibernation mode, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu. b AC power adapter jack Connect the AC power adapter here.
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 Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer Press Fn + to make configuration. Notes: • When you do not need to use the Bluetooth function, turn it off to save battery power. • You need to pair the Bluetooth enabled device with your computer before you can transfer data between them. Read the documentation supplied with the Bluetooth enabled device for details on how to pair the device with your computer.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer a Y510p $ % & ( $ % & ( $ % & ( $ % & ( Headphone jack Connects to external headphones. Attention: • b Listening to music at high volume over extended periods of time may damage your hearing. Microphone jack Connects to external microphones.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer c USB port Connects to USB devices. Notes: • The yellow port supports USB 2.0. • For details, see “Connecting USB devices” on page 8. • When turned off, the port can charge most currently available external USB devices. Support of future USB devices cannot be guaranteed. • The USB-always-on function (enabled in BIOS Setup Utility) is available only when the battery pack or the AC power adapter is connected to the computer.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Front view ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Y410p a b Y510p a b a System status indicators Power indicator Battery status indicator Touch pad indicator Caps lock indicator Num lock indicator b Memory card slot Insert memory cards (not supplied) here.
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) • Secure Digital Extended Capacity(SDXC) • MultiMediaCard (MMC) • Memory Stick (MS) • Memory Stick PRO (MS PRO) Notes: • Insert only one card in the slot at a time. • This card reader does not support SDIO devices (e.g., SDIO Bluetooth and so on.).
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Y510p $ % ( & ' ( a Battery pack latch manual b Battery pack c Battery pack latch spring loaded d Removable module lock e Louvers 16 The manual battery pack latch is used to keep the battery pack secured in place. The spring-loaded battery pack latch keeps the battery pack secured in place. Allow air to enter the computer for cooling.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 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 8 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. • Press Windows key + C.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 Share charm The Share charm lets you 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 fast way to go to the Start screen. Devices charm The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to any external devices, such as digital cameras, TVs, or printers. Settings charm The Settings charm lets you perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume or shutting down the computer.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 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 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. To put the computer to sleep, do one of the following: • Close the display panel.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 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: 1 Open the charms, and then select Settings 2 Select Power . Shut down.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 Connecting to wireless LAN ------------------------------------------------------------------------Enabling wireless connection If Airplane mode is on, do one of the following to enable the wireless function: • Press Fn + to disable Airplane mode. • Open the charms, and select Settings to open the Network configuration page, and then toggle Airplane mode switch to Off.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 8 Help and support --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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, then select Help. • Press Windows key + F1. You can read the Windows Help and Support file on your computer.
Chapter 3. 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. Note: To utilize the features of the OneKey Recovery System, your hard disk already includes a hidden partition by default to store the system image file and the OneKey Recovery System program files.
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 When do I need to restore the system to its factory status? Use this feature when the operating system fails to start up. If there is critical data on the system partition, back it up before starting recovery. 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.
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 battery pack is installed correctly. - 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 4. Troubleshooting Sleep problems The critical low-battery error message appears, and the computer immediately turns off. • The battery power is getting low. Connect the AC power adapter to the computer, or replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. The computer enters sleep mode immediately after Power-on self-test (POST). • Make sure that: - The battery pack is charged. - The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. See “Chapter 2.
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Battery pack problems Your computer shuts down before the battery status indicator shows empty. -orYour computer operates after the battery status indicator shows empty. • Discharge and recharge the battery pack. • The surge protector in the battery pack might be active. Turn off the computer for one minute to reset the protector; then turn on the computer again.
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not respond. • • The computer does not start from a device you want. • • • The connected external device does not work. • • 30 To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power button for four seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC power adapter and the battery pack. Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation.
Appendix. CRU instructions Notes: • The illustrations used in this appendix are for the Lenovo IdeaPad Y510p, unless otherwise stated. • The following steps about upgrading and replacing devices are the same for the Y410p and Y510p. • Make sure the battery pack has been removed before replacing any devices. Replacing the battery pack ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Note: Use only the battery pack provided by Lenovo.
Appendix. CRU instructions Replacing the removable module ------------------------------------------------------------------------Notes: • Before replacing the removable module, turn off your computer and disconnect the AC power adapter and all cables. • For example purposes, this section describes the replacement of the optical disc drive module. 1 2 3 4 Remove the battery pack. Push the latch in the direction shown by the arrow a . Hold the spring-loaded latch in the unlocked position b .
Appendix. CRU instructions 5 Gently insert the removable optical disc drive into the module compartment d . 6 Lock the latch by pushing it in the direction shown by the arrow e . ( ' 7 Install the battery pack. The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer and informs you of where to find replacement instructions.
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Notes • Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. • Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows® 8. If you are using other 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.
Lenovo IdeaPad Y410p/Y510p ©Lenovo China 2013 en-US Rev. AA00 User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
