Contents Important Safety Information Using the Computer Hardware ..........1 Front view of the computer .................2 Left and right views of the computer ............3 Rear view of the computer .................4 Computer stand ..................5 Basic connector instructions ..............5 Connecting your computer .................6 Important information about using the computer ........7 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ........
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.
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 available only in Windows operating system) Volume up (this function key...
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. Optical drive Memory card reader USB connectors Microphone connector Headphone connector Power button User Guide...
Rear view of the computer Power connector HDMI-out connector (selected models only) USB 2.0 connectors Ethernet connector (selected models only) Air vents 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...
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. User Guide...
Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn on the computer. Hold the computer tightly when you carry it. 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 properly connected.
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 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.
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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 the computer. LCD monitor should be cleaned daily. Use a dry cloth to brush dust from the monitor and keyboard every day.
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 online from the Support Web site at http://support.lenovo.com. User Guide...
• Parts information • Links to other useful sources of information To access this information, go to: http://support.lenovo.com Tools required To disassemble the computer, you need the following tools: • Wrist grounding strap and conductive mat for preventing electrostatic discharge •...
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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 ready to install the new part.
Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the touch screen from scratches or other damage.
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4. Push a small iron stick (paper clip) into the small hole on the optical drive cover so that the disk springs out as shown. 5. Remove the screw that secures the optical drive to the chassis. 6. Slide out the optical drive as shown. User Guide...
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7. Use a small flat head screwdriver to press and push out the pins that secure the cover to the disk. 8. Separate the cover from the defective optical drive. 9. To install the new optical drive: a. Align the new optical drive with the cover, and then push the cover back into position.
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.
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