Lenovo B50-10 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. Some instructions in this guide may assume that you are using Windows ® 7 or Windows 8.1. • If you are using another Windows operating system, some operations may be slightly different.
Help and support ............................15 Operating system interfaces (for the Windows 8.1 operating system) ..........15 The charms (for the Windows 8.1 operating system) ................16 Chapter 3. Lenovo OneKey Recovery System................18 Chapter 4. Troubleshooting......................19 Frequently asked questions ........................19 Troubleshooting ............................
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Integrated camera Use the camera for video communication. Wireless LAN antennas Connect to a wireless LAN adapter to send and receive wireless radio signals. Computer display Provides brilliant visual output. Power button Press this button to turn on the computer. Speaker Provides audio output.
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Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Using the keyboard Numeric keypad The keyboard has a separate numeric keypad. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn + Delete. Function key combinations Through the use of the function keys, you can change operational features instantly. To use this function, press and hold Fn ;...
Chapter 1. Getting to know your computer Hotkeys You can access certain system settings quickly by pressing the appropriate hotkeys. Enables/disables Airplane : Mutes/unmutes the sound. mode. Displays all currently active : Decreases the volume level. apps. Turns on/off the backlight of the : Increases the volume level.
The recording function might not be supported if third-party headphones or headsets are connected, due to different industry standards. Novo button When the computer is off, press this button to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System or the BIOS setup utility, or to enter the boot menu. Notes: •...
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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 Connecting USB device Your computer comes with two USB ports compatible with USB devices. The first time you plug a USB device into a particular USB port on your computer, Windows automatically installs a driver for that device. After the driver has been installed, you can disconnect and reconnect the device without performing any additional steps.
Before purchasing any security product, verify that it is compatible with this type of security keyhole. • You are responsible for evaluating, selecting, and implementing the locking devices and security features. Lenovo offers no comment, judgment, or warranty regarding the function, quality, or performance of locking devices and security features. Optical drive Reads/burns optical discs.
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 •...
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows Configuring the operating system for the first time - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - You may need to configure the operating system when it is first used. The configuration process may include the procedures below: •...
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows - Select Shut down in the upper-right corner of the Start screen. Note: The operation depends on the BIOS setup. Please refer to the actual product. Putting your computer to sleep If you will be away from your computer for only a short time, put the computer to sleep. When the computer is in sleep mode, you can quickly wake it to resume use, bypassing the startup process.
Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows The charms (for the Windows 8.1 operating system) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Charms are navigation buttons that let you control your Windows ® 8.1 experience. Charms include: Search, Share, Start, Devices, and Settings.
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Chapter 2. Starting to use Windows Start charm The Start charm is a fast way to go to the Start screen. Devices charm The Devices charm allows you to connect or send files to any external devices, including the devices to play, print, and project. Settings charm The Settings charm lets you perform basic tasks, such as setting the volume or shutting down the computer.
• The above instructions should be followed when Windows can be started normally. If Windows cannot be started, then follow the steps below to start the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System: Shut down the computer. Press the Novo button. From Novo Button Menu, select System Recovery and press Enter.
Lenovo OneKey Recovery System Where are the recovery discs? Your computer did not come with any recovery discs. Use the Lenovo OneKey Recovery System if you need to restore the system to its original factory status. What can I do if the back-up process fails? If you can start the backup but it fails during the back-up process, try the following steps: Close all open programs, and then restart the back-up process.
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.
- The operating temperature is within the acceptable range. (POST). 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.
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Sound problems No sound can be heard • Make sure that: from the speaker 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 down •...
Chapter 4. Troubleshooting Other problems Your computer does not • To turn off your computer, press and hold the Power button respond. for four seconds or more. If the computer still does not respond, remove the AC power adapter. • Your computer might lock when it enters sleep mode during a communication operation.
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Appendix A. CRU instructions Carefully remove the optical drive 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. Safety, Warranty, User Guide and Setup Guide AC power adapter...
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