Lenovo A3- User Manual

1 2 3 4 Chapter This chapter contains the following topics:  Computer hardware introduction  Information on computer connections Note: The descriptions in this chapter might vary from your computer, depending on computer models and configurations. User Guide 1 Using the Computer Hardware

2 User Guide 1.1 Front view of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents may cause thermal problems. 1 2 7 4 6 3 5 CameraBuilt-in microphoneHard Disk Drive IndicatorBluetooth status indicatorWIFI status indicatorMenu/OK buttonDirection buttons Note...

3 User Guide 1.2 Rear view of the computer 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 9 10 1 Power buttonTV tuner connector (Selected models only)Power connectorEthernet connectorHDMI-OUT connector (Selected models only)HDMI-IN connector (Selected models only)USB ports (4)Memory card reader (Selected models only)Microphone co...

4 User Guide 12 1 2 Bluetooth connect buttonMode switch button (Selected models only) 1.3 Computer stand Adjust the angle for the best viewing experience. It can be rotated from horizontal or vertical.The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part. Attention: The computer s...

5 User Guide 1010 TV 3 18 Adjust the panel angle for the best viewing from the vertical. Do not only use one hand to adjust the panel angle to avoid the computer falling over. Adjust the panel angle for the best viewing from the horizontal. 1.4 Connecting your computer Use the following information ...

6 User Guide 1.4.3 Connect the mouse cable to the appropriate mouse connector (USB connector). 1.4.4 If you have audio devices, attach them using the following instructions: 1 2 Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone (purchased separately) to your computer when you want to record sound...

7 User Guide a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. b. Connect the adapter cable to the speaker if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. c. Connect the speakers to the Headphone port on the co...

8 User Guide 1.4.7 Connect any additional devices that you have. Your computer might not have all connectors shown. 1 2 3 USB connector Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB connection. Network adapter connector Use this connector to attach the computer to an ethernet-type local ...

9 User Guide 1.4.9 Your computer is equipped with a Memory Card Reader Connector, it is able to read/write data from: Secure Digital (SD) Memory CardMini SDMultiMedia Card (MMC)RS-MMCMSMS-PROMS-Duo 1.5 Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the top of the base stand...

10 User Guide Note: Do not put any fluid container on the base stand. Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. When you touch these, the indicator lights turn on. TV

11 User Guide Hold the computer tightly when you carry it. TV TV TV TV

12 User Guide 1.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions (Only some models are equipped with wireless keyboard and mouse) 123 LVT After entering Windows, press this key to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo’s pre-loaded Home PC software. In addition to its own functions, th...

1 2 3 4 Chapter Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics:  OneKey Recovery  Driver and Application Installation  System Setup  System Backup  System Recovery  Create Recovery Disc Attention: Using this program will result in a loss of data. • You can recover the C dri...

16 User Guide Note about the service partition: The files and relevant data used by the rescue system are saved in the service partition. Deleting this partition will make the rescue system unusable. For more detailed information, see the following instructions: By selecting Control Panel → Administ...

17 User Guide Method 1: Automatic Installation Repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System open, then select Drivers and Application Installation . Follow the screen prompts to install the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation. Click Inst...

18 User Guide 2. If you select “LAN connection,” configure the IP address and proxy server of the LAN. 2.3.3 Password Management Password Management allows you to set the password for Lenovo Rescue System and manage it. The default password is blank. Set a password when you access the Password Manag...

1 2 3 4 Chapter User Guide 19 Using the Computer Software This chapter contains the following topics:  Computer software instructions Note: The interface and function of each of these features are subject to the actual software that was shipped with the computer model that you purchased.

20 User Guide 3.1 Lenovo Dynamic Brightness system Lenovo Dynamic Brightness System can automatically detect the surrounding ambient brightness and will adjust display brightness accordingly. You can set the screen brightness to a comfortable level for different environments. You can also set the di...

21 User Guide 3) Confirm that Devices → Lenovo USB2.0 UVC Camera has been checked. If there are other devices in this option, do not check them. Only choose the “ Lenovo USB2.0 UVC Camera ” device, and the window should display the camera image. An image, which is caught by Lenovo PC camera, will be...

1 2 3 4 Chapter Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup This chapter contains the following topics:  Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution Note: The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual is only used for the machines which have the TV-Tuner card. It does not apply to those machines that do ...

24 User Guide Solving Problems Follow these tips when you troubleshoot your computer:• If you added or removed a part before the problem started, review the installation procedures and ensure that the part is correctly installed. • If a peripheral device does not work, ensure that the device is prop...

25 User Guide Problem: Ripple on screen Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check for devices located less than one meter from the computer such as refrigerators, electric fans, electric dryers, UPSs, regulators, fluorescent lamps or other computers that may be generating magnetic interferenc...

26 User Guide 2. Select the Application tab, select the problem program, and then click the End Task button. Problem: You need to install or uninstall a program. Problem resolution: During installation never abort the install process by powering the system off or through other drastic means. This ca...

27 User Guide 5. If the known good CD cannot be read, visually check the operating side of the CD/DVD for defects. Problem: The capacity of the hard disk, as indicated by the system, is less than the nominal capacity. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: For computers equipped with the OneKey Rec...

28 User Guide • In the following two situations, you must re-save a channel list: a. When you change your TV signal from digital to analog, your saved channel list for digital TV is deleted. When you want to watch digital TV again, you must create and save a new channel list. b. When you change your...

29 User Guide Do not do any of the following: • Allow water to enter the computer• Use a heavily dampened cloth• Spray water directly onto the surface of the monitor or inside of computer. Daily attention should be given to LCD monitors. Use a dry cloth daily to brush dust from the monitor and keybo...

31 User Guide Method 2: (Using the operating system) 1. Follow steps 1 and 2 from Method 1.2. When the keyboard and mouse wireless indicator lights start blinking, turn the computer on immediately. 3. After the operating system starts up, press the Wireless Reset button for 5 seconds or longer to se...

32 User Guide 4.8 Troubleshooting wireless mouse and keyboard issues Problem: The wireless keyboard or mouse is not paired with your computer. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Follow the steps in the “Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions” section in the User Guide. 2. Check the indicat...