Contents Important Safety Information Using the Computer Hardware ..........1 Front view of the computer .................2 Left and right view of the computer ............3 Rear view of the computer .................4 Computer stand ..................5 Basic connector instructions ..............6 Connecting your computer .................6 Important information about using the computer ........7 Charger stand (purchased separately) ............8 Connecting to the Internet ................9...
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Using the Rescue System ............27 OneKey Recovery ..................28 Driver and Application Installation .............29 Using the Software ..............31 Lenovo Support ..................32 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ......... 33 Troubleshooting Display Problems ............34 Troubleshooting Touch screen ..............35 Troubleshooting Audio Problems ..............35 Troubleshooting Software Problems ............36...
Using the Computer Hardware This chapter contains the following topics: Introduction to the computer hardware Ø Information on computer connections Ø 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 2 3 4 Built-in microphone Camera LED indicator Built-in camera Ambient light sensor* Windows button** Near Field Communication (NFC) * Ambient light sensor The ambient light sensor detects the amount of light in your surroundings. The screen brightness automatically adjusts depending on the ambient light conditions detected by the built-in ambient light sensor.
Left and right view of the computer Combo audio jack* USB 3.0 connectors (2) Power connector Memory card reader Volume down/up Battery status indicator Power button Power status indicator * Combo audio jack: Used to connect headsets. Notes: • The combo audio jack does not support conventional microphones. •...
Rear view of the computer Attention: Be careful not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents can cause overheating. Air vents Stand Charging connector User Guide...
Basic connector instructions Note: Your computer may not have all of the connectors described in this section. Connector Description Microphone Use this connector to attach a microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech-recognition software.
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...
Charger stand (purchased separately) Note: Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet. We recommend using a grounded connection or a surge protector. 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 network that connects your computer to other devices.
Using the E-Dice This chapter contains the following topics: E-Dice instructons Ø Note: Only some models are equipped with E-Dice. Note: The interface and functionality of these features will depend on which software was shipped with the computer model you purchased.
E-Dice Components and Connectors Battery indicator Charging connector Charging the E-Dice The E-Dice has an internal rechargeable battery. If the indicator light blinks while you are rolling the dice, this indicates the battery is low on power. To charge the battery, do the following: Put the E-Dice into the included USB power adapter and connect the adapter to the USB connector on your computer.
You may need to manually pair the E-Dice if it does not work. To pair the E-Dice, do the following: 1. Open the Lenovo Tycoon game and go to the Dice Inspection interface. Click the Inspection Start button in the pop-up dialog box, then roll the E-Dice. The dice on the screen will roll and stop with the E-Dice.
• Make sure there are no physical obstacles between the E-Dice and the computer. • Make sure there are no electronic devices close by, which might create strong electromagnetic fields that could interrupt the wireless connection, such as speakers, remote controls for electronic toys or cell phones. • Always keep the E-Dice and its power adapter clean to prevent dust buildup. • The E-Dice and its accessories are only compatible with the Lenovo HORIZON 2s model. Do not use them with other equipment. User Guide...
Using Windows 8.1 This chapter contains the following topics: Ø Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces Ø The Charms Bar Ø Shutting down the computer Ø Switching between apps Ø Closing an app Ø Opening other system programs Ø Windows Help and Support Attention: The Windows 8.1 operating system is provided by Microsoft Corporation.
Switching between the main Windows 8.1 interfaces Windows 8.1 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 Windows key + D.
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 from the left edge of the screen to bring in the next app.) Closing an app...
Touch screen instructions This chapter contains the following topics: Touch Screen Calibration Ø User Gesture Instructions for the Touch screen Ø Attentions when using the Touch Screen Ø User Guide...
The monitor is touch-sensitive thanks to its touch-sensitive screen. A touch screen is an input device just like a mouse or a keyboard, and the user’s fingers transmit position information via the touch screen to the computer. With this technology, you only need to touch the pictures or words on the computer display lightly with your finger, and the computer will react.
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Basic Hand Gestures 1. Single Click / Double Click For the item selected on the touch screen, with one finger touch it one or two times, to perform a single click or double click operation. This is similar to the action performed by clicking the mouse left button.
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3. Dragging Movement First touch your finger on the desired item on the screen and hold it there, then make a dragging movement. This is similar to the click and drag movement you can make with a mouse. 4. Rolling Movement When you move your finger one time vertically (or horizontally) on the touch screen, this is called a Rolling Operation.
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5. Zoom Operation Touch two fingers lightly on the desired item on the touch screen, then keeping both fingers on the screen, change the distance between them. By increasing (or decreasing) the distance, you can perform a zoom in (or zoom out) operation.
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Related Touch Screen Settings • Select Hardware and Sound → Pen and Touch from the Settings charm. • Select touch actions which you wish to adjust. By clicking on “Settings”, you can adjust the “Speed” and “Spatial tolerance” parameters, to match the user’s natural way of double-clicking. You can double-click on the lower right corner of the icon to test this.
Precautions when using the Touch Screen 1. When using the touch screen, be careful not to tear the surface with any sharp objects. 2. To ensure normal use of the touch screen, ensure that both the screen surface and your fingers are clean and dry. 3.
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7. The touch screen does not function in Rescue System mode. 8. The touch screen also does not function during the startup process, in Hibernate mode and in Sleep mode or Safe mode. User Guide...
Using the Rescue System This chapter contains the following topics: Ø OneKey Recovery Ø 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 using OneKey Recovery.
Note: The recovery files and relevant data used by the rescue system are saved in the service partition. If the service partition is deleted or damaged by someone other than authorized Lenovo service personnel, Lenovo will not be liable for any losses arising therefrom in any way.
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 Repeatedly press and release the F2 key once turning on the computer until the Lenovo Rescue System opens, then select Driver and Application Installation.
Using the Software This chapter contains the following topic: Ø 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...
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 Lenovo Support icon from the Start Screen or Search Screen.
3. If the LCD screen has a LCD On/Off button, check that the LCD screen has been turned on. If still cannot solve the problem, contact Lenovo Customer Service. Problem: You need to change the display property settings. Setting display background and icon properties: 1.
2. Move any interfering devices away from the computer. 3. If the problem persists, contact Lenovo Service. Troubleshooting Touch screen Problem: The touch screen reacts, but not where you are touching it.
Problem: No sound from headphones. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: • Check the headphone cable connection — ensure that the headphone cable is securely inserted into the headphone connector. • Adjust the Windows volume control — select the speaker icon from the Settings Charm or click the arrow on taskbar to show the hidden icons in Windows desktop mode, then click the speaker icon. Ensure that the volume is turned up and the sound is not muted.
Troubleshooting Problems Hard Disks 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 Recovery feature, the system recovery feature needs to occupy some hard disk space.
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.
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 components include: a vacuum cleaner, a soft cotton cloth, pure water (preferably purified or distilled water) and cotton swabs.
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 professional service personnel.
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