Page 2 - Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information Before using this manual, it is important that you read and understand all of the related safety information for this product. Refer to the Safety and Warranty Guide that you received with this product for the latest safety information. Reading and understanding this saf...
Page 4 - Contents
i Contents Contents Important Safety Information Using the Computer Hardware ................................................. 1 Front view of the computer .........................................................................2 Left and right views of the computer ...................................
Page 6 - 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. User Guide 1 Using the Computer H...
Page 7 - Front view of the computer
2 User Guide 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 Built-in camera System Power On/Off indicator Hard disk drive indicator WIFI status indicator Volume down (this function key is avail...
Page 8 - Left and right views of the computer
3 User Guide 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. 1 2 3 5 4 6 Optical drive Memory card reader USB connectors Microphone connector Headphone connector Power button
Page 9 - Rear view of the computer
4 User Guide Rear view of the computer 1 2 3 4 5 Power connector HDMI-out connector (selected models only) USB 2.0 connectors (selected models only) Ethernet connector Air vents
Page 10 - Computer stand
5 User Guide Computer stand 15º 40º Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated 15º forward and 40º backward. Basic connector instructions Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors described in this section. Connector Description Microphone Use this conne...
Page 11 - Connecting your computer
6 User Guide Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructions for those devices. Connecting your computer Connecting the power cord Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet. We recommend using a grounded connection or a surge protector.
Page 15 - Solving Problems; Troubleshooting Problems with Hard Disks
10 User Guide Solving Problems Follow these tips when troubleshooting your computer: • If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures to ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is prope...
Page 16 - Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks
11 User Guide Special considerations for troubleshooting system 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 system. Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks Cleaning the computer components B...
Page 18 - Hardware Replacement Guide
Hardware Replacement Guide This chapter contains the following topics: Replacing the optical drive Replacing the keyboard and mouse User Guide 13
Page 19 - Overview; Safety information for replacing CRUs
14 User Guide Overview This guide is intended to be used by customers who are replacing Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) as well as trained service personnel who are replacing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs). In this guide, CRUs and FRUs will often be referred to as parts. Note: Trained service pers...
Page 20 - Additional information resources
15 User Guide Additional information resources If you have Internet access, the most up-to-date information for your computer is available from the World Wide Web. You can find the following information:• CRU removal and installation information• Publications• Troubleshooting information• Parts info...
Page 21 - Handling static-sensitive devices
16 User Guide Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components.When you are replacing a part, do not open the anti-static package containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are re...
Page 22 - Replacing hardware; General information; Pre-disassembly instructions
17 User Guide Replacing hardware Attention: Do not open your computer or attempt any repairs before reading the “Important safety information” in the Safety and Warranty Guide that was included with your computer. If you no longer have this copy of the Safety and Warranty Guide , you can obtain one ...
Page 25 - Replacing the keyboard and mouse; To replace the keyboard:
20 User Guide Replacing the keyboard and mouse Note: Your keyboard will be connected to a USB connector at either side or at the rear of the computer. To replace the keyboard: 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the computer, and turn off all attached devices...
Page 26 - Declaration
21 User Guide Appendix. Declaration 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 prof...
Page 27 - Trademarks
22 User Guide Trademarks Lenovo and the Lenovo logo, IdeaCentre and IdeaCentre 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...
Page 28 - Ubuntu Linux Special Instructions; The Ubuntu
23 User Guide Ubuntu Linux Special Instructions The Ubuntu ® operating system Thank you for choosing a Lenovo® computer with the Ubuntu operating system. Ubuntu is a GNU/Linux operating system, packaged with the most commonly used applications including office suite, mail client, Internet chat tools...
Page 29 - Software License
24 User Guide Software License The end-user is free to use the Ubuntu operating system; this product contains an Ubuntu operating system trademark authorization license. You are responsible for obtaining the appropriate licenses for any other software that you install.For non-Lenovo proprietary soft...