Lenovo V310 V310-14IKB V310-15IKB User Guide Read the safety notices and important tips in the included manuals before using your computer.
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Notes Before using the product, be sure to read Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide first. The latest electronic compliance and environmental information are available from the Lenovo compliance information Web sites. To view compliance information go to: http://www.lenovo.com/compliance To download environmental information go to: http://www.lenovo.com/ecodeclaration Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows ®...
Contents Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer ..................1 Top view ................................ 1 Left-side view ..............................8 Right-side view ............................12 Front view ..............................14 Bottom view ..............................16 Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10..................19 Configuring the operating system for the first time ................19 Operating system interface ........................
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Lenovo V310-15IKB Note: The dashed areas indicate parts that are not visible externally. Attention: Do not open the display panel beyond 180 degrees. When closing the display panel, be careful not to leave •...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication or taking photos. (on select models) Built-in microphone Captures sound which can be used for video conferencing, voice narration, or audio recording. Wireless LAN antennas Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio signals.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the keyboard Numeric keypad (Lenovo V310-15IKB) The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press the Num Lock key. Function key combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn ;...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Lenovo V310-15IKB The following describes the features of each function key. Fn + B: Activates the break function. Fn + P: Activates the pause function. Fn + C: Enables/disables the scroll lock. Fn + S: Activates the system request.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Hotkeys You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate hotkeys. Lenovo V310-14IKB Lenovo V310-15IKB : Mutes/unmutes the sound. : Enables/disables Airplane mode. Enables/disables the integrated : Decreases the volume level.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Setting hotkey mode By default, the hotkey functions are accessible by pressing the appropriate hotkey. However, you can disable the hotkey mode in the BIOS setup utility. To disable the hotkey mode: Shut down the computer. Press the Novo button and then select BIOS Setup.
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Lenovo OneLink connector, you need to remove the connector cover from the Lenovo OneLink connector first. Note: Ensure that you keep the connector cover. Reattach it to the Lenovo OneLink connector when you are not using the Lenovo OneLink connector.
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting USB device 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.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Connecting network cables Wired connections are a reliable and safe way to connect the computer to the Internet. You can connect a network cable to your computer. Software configuration Consult your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details on how to configure your computer.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Novo button When the computer is off, press this button to start the recovery system or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu. Note: For details, see “Recovery system” on page 25. Combo audio jack Connects to headsets.
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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) card • Secure Digital eXtended Capacity (SDXC) card •...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Lenovo V310-15IKB...
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Optical disk drive/ The spring-loaded latch keeps the optical disk drive/removable battery secured in place. removable battery latch (on select models) Speakers Provide audio output. Louvers Allow air to enter the computer for cooling.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 ® Note: Windows 10 has an updated version. If you are using the updated version, some operations may be different. Please refer to the actual product. Configuring the operating system for the first time - - - - - - - - - - - - You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used.
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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 Settings Settings lets you perform basic tasks. You can also search for more settings with the settings search box in the upper-right corner. To open the settings, do the following: • Open the start menu, and then select Settings ...
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 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. ...
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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows 10 Shutting down the computer If you are not going to use your computer for a long time, shut it down. To shut down the computer, do one of the following: • Open the start menu, and then select Power Shut down.
Check the printed string next to OS. If it contains Windows or WIN, the copy of Windows was preinstalled by Lenovo. How can I determine whether the Windows running on my computer is Compact technology...
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C partition of your hard disk. If you cannot find the drivers for all the hardware devices that you need there, download the drivers from the Lenovo consumer support website. Note: The Lenovo support Web site contains the latest drivers.
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.
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Windows, Linux or Dos, etc. cannot be installed if you don't change the boot mode. Getting help How can I contact the customer support center? See “Chapter 3. Getting help and service” in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide.
• If you forget your user password, ask the system administrator to clear your user password. • If you forget your hard disk drive password, a Lenovo authorized servicer cannot reset your password or recover data from the hard disk. You must take your computer to a Lenovo authorized servicer or a marketing representative to have the hard disk drive replaced.
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Power-on self-test (POST). - The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. See “Chapter 2. Use and care Information” in the Lenovo Safety and General Information Guide. Note: If the battery pack is charged and the temperature is within range, have the computer serviced.
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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can be heard • Make sure that: from the speakers even - The Mute function is off. when the volume is turned - The combo audio jack is not being used. - Speakers are selected as the playback device. Battery pack problems Your computer shuts •...
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Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not • To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power button for four seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond. respond, remove the AC power adapter. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation.
Appendix A. CRU instructions Customer Replaceable Units (CRUs) are parts that can be upgraded or replaced by the customer. If a CRU is determined to be defective during the warranty period, a replacement CRU will be provided to the customer. Customers are responsible for installing the self-service CRUs for this product.
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Appendix A. CRU instructions Remove the screw , then remove the latch catch in the direction shown by arrow Carefully remove the removable module bezel in the direction shown by arrow...
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Appendix A. CRU instructions Supplied with an optical disk drive Or a removable battery To remove the removable module, do the following: Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC power adapter and all cables from the computer. Close the computer display, and then turn the computer over. Remove the screw shown in the illustration Gently pull the removable module out Remove the screw...
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Appendix A. CRU instructions Carefully remove the removable module bezel in the direction shown by arrow The following table provides a list of CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) for your computer and informs you of where to find replacement instructions. Self-service CRUs Safety, Warranty, and Setup User Guide Guide...
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