Lenovo X510- User Manual

2 User Guide Front view of the chassis Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. 7 8 12 10 11 9 13 1 2 3 4 6 5 LED light Off/On buttonMemory card readersUSB 3.0 connectorHeadphone connectorMicrophone connectorUSB 3.0 connector / USB po...

3 User Guide Rear view of the chassis (If the rear view configuration shown in this chapter is different from the rear of your computer, please refer to the rear of your computer.) 1 2 4 9 6 7 8 3 5 10 Power connectorHDMI connectorUSB 2.0 connectorsOn-board VGA connectorUSB 3.0 connectorsUSB 2.0 con...

4 User Guide PCI Express X 1 adapter slots (some models are equipped with a WIFI card or TV tuner card) Note: If your model has two VGA monitor connectors, be sure to use the connector on the graphics adapter. Basic connector instructions Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors descri...

5 User Guide DVI connector (optional) Used to attach a DVI monitor or other devices that use a DVI monitor connector. HDMI connector (optional) Connect to the HDMI connector on your display or TV. Note: If your computer is equipped with a wireless keyboard or mouse, follow the installation instructi...

6 User Guide Sound configuration is as follows: 1. Right click the Sound icon in the system property bar and select the Sounds option to set up sounds in the pop-up dialog box. 2. Select a playback device from the Playback dialog box, then click the Configure button to configure it. 3. Select 7.1 su...

8 User Guide Connecting to the Internet To connect to the Internet, you’ll need a contract with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) and some hardware.IPSs and ISP offerings vary by country. Contact your ISP for offerings available in your country.Your computer is designed to support a wireless (selec...

11 User Guide Overclocking Your computer comes with an application that allows you to overclock the processor. This is useful if you want higher performance for certain applications, such as video editing or games. You can enable/disable overclocking as follows:• Press the Overclock (OC) switch on t...

Using Windows 8 This chapter contains the following topics:  Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces  The Charms Bar  Shutting down the computer  Switching between apps  Closing an app  Opening other system programs  Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8 operating system i...

14 User Guide Switching between the main Windows 8 interfaces Windows 8 comes with two main user interfaces: the Start Screen and the Windows desktop.To switch from the Start Screen to the Windows desktop, do one of the following:• Select the Windows desktop tile on the Start Screen.• Press the Wind...

15 User Guide Switching between apps Sometimes you want to get back to an app you were just using, or quickly switch through your recent apps.To switch between apps:Move the cursor to the top left corner, then click to bring in the next app. (If your computer is equipped with touch screen, swipe in ...

Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics:  OneKey Recovery  Driver and Application Installation Attention: Using OneKey Recovery will result in loss of data. • You can restore the C: drive of the computer to factory default settings or to the last system backup status usi...

18 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: From the Search charm, select Apps → ...

19 User Guide Driver and Application Installation The Driver and Application Installation function in the rescue system provides a way for the user to conveniently reinstall all of the Lenovo applications and drivers that were shipped with your Lenovo hardware. Method 1: Automatic Installation Repea...

Using the Software This chapter contains the following topic:  Software instructions Note: The interface and functionality of these features will depend on which software was shipped with the computer model you purchased. User Guide 21

22 User Guide Lenovo Support The Lenovo Support program enables you to register your computer with Lenovo, download and view user manuals for your computer, get the warranty information of your computer, and explore help and support information. To open this program, do the following: Click the Leno...

24 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...

25 User Guide Problem: Ripple on screen. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Check to see if any of the following devices are located less than one meter from the computer: refrigerators, electric fans, electric dryers, UPS systems, regulators, fluorescent lamps or other computers that may be...

26 User Guide Troubleshooting Software Problems Problem: You are unable to exit a running program normally. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: 1. Press the Ctrl , Alt and Delete keys at the same time, then select the Task Manager option from the pop-up dialog box. 2. Select the problem program,...

28 User Guide Windows Help and Support If you have a problem with 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...

29 User Guide Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks Cleaning the computer components Because many of the computer components consist of sophisticated integrated circuit boards, it is very important to periodically clean the computer to prevent dust buildup. The cleaning supplies you need to clean the c...

Hardware Replacement Guide This chapter contains the following topics:  Identifying internal components  Identifying parts on the system board  Removing the computer cover  Removing the front bezel  Replacing a memory module  Replacing a hard disk drive  Replacing an optical drive  Replacing...

32 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...

33 User Guide Additional information resources The most up-to-date information for your computer is available online at: http://support.lenovo.comYou can find the following information:• Customer replacement unit removal and installation information• Publications • Troubleshooting information• Parts...

34 User Guide Handling static-sensitive devices Static electricity, although harmless to you, can seriously damage computer components.When replacing a part, do not open the anti-static packaging containing the new part until the defective part has been removed from the computer and you are ready to...

35 User Guide Locations Identifying internal components The following illustration shows the components inside your computer. 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 Optical disk drive Hot-swappable hard disk Hard disk drive Graphics card Heat-sink and system fan Memory module Power supply Motherboard

36 User Guide Identifying parts on the system board The system board (also known as the “mainboard” or “motherboard”) is the main circuit board in your computer. It provides basic computer functions and supports a variety of devices that are factory-installed or that you can install later.The follow...

37 User Guide LPC debugThermal sensor headerPower connectorFront USB 3.0 connectoreSATA connectorSATA connectors (4)Power fan headerFront panel connectorSerial (COM2) connectorFront USB connectors (2)Mini PCI-E slotFront audio connectorPCI express X 1 adapter slots (2)PCI express X 16 adapter slots ...

38 User Guide Removing the computer cover Attention: • Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover. • For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To remove the computer cover 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory ca...

39 User Guide Removing the front bezel Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To remove the front bezel 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.2. Remove the front bezel by releasing the three plastic tabs inside the chassis and...

40 User Guide Replacing a memory module Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace a memory module 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.2. Locate the memory module connectors. Refer to “Locating components”.3. Remove t...

41 User Guide Replacing a hard disk drive Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace a hard disk drive 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.2. Lift up the plastic handle and slide the hard disk drive out of the drive b...

42 User Guide 3. Remove the hard disk drive from the plastic bracket as shown. 4. Line up the new hard disk drive with the plastic bracket and snap it into position. 5. Slide the new hard disk drive into the drive bay and slide the drive bay into place. 6. Reattach the computer cover. Replacing an o...

44 User Guide Replacing a graphics card Note: For this procedure, it helps to lay the computer on a flat, stable surface. To replace a graphics card 1. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.2. Remove the screw that secures the bracket. 3. Press the pin that locks the brac...

47 User Guide Replacing the keyboard and mouse Note: Your keyboard will be connected to a USB connector at either front or 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. 2...

49 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...

50 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...

51 User Guide Energy Star Statement ENERGY STAR® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy aimed at saving money and protecting the environment through energy efficient products and practices.Lenovo is proud to offer our customers products with ...

52 User Guide Enabling ErP compliance mode You can enable the energy-related products directive (ErP) compliance mode through the Power menu in the Setup Utility program. This mode reduces electricity consumption when your computer is in standby mode or turned off.To enable ErP compliance mode in th...